Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides the necessary information to use EDG-4508+, EDG-4516+ and the rear-wired versions of these. The Advantech Ether- net Data Gateway series (EDG series) consists of fast and cost-effective data gateways between RS-232/422/485 and Ethernet interfaces.
EDG-4508+ and 4516+ are part of the Ethernet Data Gateway (EDG) family of multiple port modules. They provide reliable and cost-effective network connections for serial devices, allowing users to extend their lim- ited COM ports without changing the architecture of their existing appli- cation (s). EDG immediately upgrades users' existing device to the Internet world.
EDG-4508+ and 4516+ provide 8 and 16 serial ports respectively, that can be easily configured. To increase the reliability of systems, EDG-
4508+ and EDG-4516+ provide two significant functions:
•Auto-reconnection and IP access control.
•Support for transmission speeds up to 230 kbps (RS-485), meeting today's demand for high-speed data exchanges.
1.2Features
•Supports 8/16 channels (8 Channels for EDG-4508+, 16 Channels for EDG-4516+)
•Supports RS-232/422/485
•4 DI, 4 DO for alarm handling
•Redundant power supply (optional)
•Web-based configuration
•Auto-reconnection: automatic connection recovery to network
•LEDs for power status and all ports Tx/Rx monitoring
•Console mode configuration
•Supports front wiring access for EDG-4508+ and EDG-4516+, rear wiring access for EDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+
