Gateway 312785C Install the GracoConfig Software, System Requirements

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Install the GracoConfig Software

Install the GracoConfig Software

GracoConfig software provides access to the Graco Gateway module hardware. The CD provided contains the GracoConfig software (GracoConfigXXX.exe, where the XXX represents the version control number). It also includes a preconfigured database which is essentially a setup file for the Gateway. The database file has a .gg2 extension.

The Graco Gateway provides conversions for many pro- tocols, including the following:

All Allen-Bradley protocols

DeviceNet

Ethernet TCP/IP

Ethernet IP

Mitsubishi

Modbus (ASCII, RTU)

Profibus

Siemens

NOTE: Graco provides expansion cards for DeviceNet and Profibus protocols. DeviceNet setup procedures are on page 42. Profibus setup procedures are on page 57. See page 40 for Parts.

NOTE: Contact your Graco distributor or Graco Techni- cal Assistance for information regarding additional sup- ported protocols.

System Requirements

GracoConfig software will run on PCs with the following specifications:

A Pentium class processor as required by the cho- sen operating system.

NOTE: GracoConfig software will operate with all versions of Microsoft® Windows 98 and above. Win- dows 2000 or above is recommended for more robust operation.

RAM and free disk space as required by the chosen operating system.

An additional 50MB of disk space for software installation.

A display of at least 800 by 600 pixels, with 256 or more colors.

USB port for downloading a configured database to the Gateway module.

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Contents Important Safety Instructions Gateway Network Communication KitsContents Graco Gateway Kits Related ManualsComponent Manuals in English Description Fire and Explosion Hazard Install the Gateway Module Hardware Graco Gateway OverviewLocation MountingNON-HAZARDOUS Area Connect the Module to EasyKey Cabling ConnectionsWiring Diagrams on EasyKey Bottom ViewGateway Module IG EasyKey and Module Cable Connection Points Power Connector Expansion Port RS232/PGUSB/PG Ethernet Install CompactFlash Card Mount the Control on DIN RailInstall the GracoConfig Software System RequirementsSoftware Updates Load the SoftwareDownload the Preconfigured Database to the Gateway Module Set Communications Port to USBGraco Gateway Network Communications Configuration Startup GracoConfig MainCommunications Button Balloon HelpSetup the Database Preconfigured DatabaseRename PLC1 Map Data Mapping Gateway BlocksSetting Block Size Block Mapping Data Modbus and I/O Data Start Mix ProcessStop Mix Process Color Change ProcessStart Mix Mode Process Flow Chart Mixing Mode Process Flow Chart Purge Mode Process Flow Chart Color Change Mode Process Flow Chart Alarm Processing Alarm Processing Flow ChartModbus and I/O Data ProMix 2KS Active Alarms Modbus Register ProMix 2KS Digital Outputs Modbus RegisterBit Digital Input Binary Name Details ProMix 2KS Active Alarms Modbus Register ProMix 2KS Modbus/TCP Variable Map ProMix 2KS Modbus/TCP Variable Map EasyKeyModbus Status Register Description Units Low Limit High LimitProMix 2KS Recipe Bits ProMix 2KS Recipe BitsTroubleshooting General TroubleshootingCommunication Troubleshooting See Serial Communication TrouBleshooting page 36 or Ethernet Problem Cause Solution Graco Gateway Messages Troubleshooting Serial Communication Troubleshooting Ethernet Communication Troubleshooting LED Functions Status STS LEDUser Communication Ports TX/RX LEDs Ethernet LEDsSystem Electrical Schematic Non-Hazardous AreaParts Part No. Description QtyWiring Diagrams 417Appendix a DeviceNet Slave Communication OverviewIntroduction DeviceNet Port ProtocolsDeviceNet Port Pin Outs and PLC Connection About DeviceNet Predefined Master/Slave Connection SetLevel of Support Gateway Configuration Configure the Gateway DeviceNet Option CardHardware Select DeviceNet Server Device Settings Create Gateway Blocks Add a Gateway BlockSelect Data Type Word as Long DeviceNet Block Mapping Automatic Update of the EDS File Automatic EDS UpdateConfigure the RSNetWorx for DeviceNet Software EDS ValidationReview EDS Registration Apply and Save Configure the Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC Create Valid DeviceNet ScannerWire the DeviceNet Network Main Task TreeAppendix B Profibus DP Slave Communication Profibus Port ProtocolsAlso see Appendix B Profibus DP Slave Communi- cation on About Profibus DP DP MasterSetup the PLC Install the GSD fileBrowse to GSD File Setup the Profibus Network DP Properties WindowOpen Profibus Properties Set Transmission Rate Add the Graco Gateway to the Profibus Network Add Graco Gateway to Profibus NetworkConfigure Data Blocks Graco Gateway Setup Setup the Profibus CommunicationSelect Profibus Server Setup Tags Create a VariableSelect Block Type How Addressing Works PLC Addressing SchemeUseful Formulas PLCAppendix C Graco Gateway to ControlLogix via Ethernet IP Ethernet PLC ConnectionControlLogix Configuration Ethernet Module PropertiesPort Configuration Window Ethernet Module Properties Ethernet Configuration Data Graco Gateway Configuration Ethernet Block SettingsAppendix C Graco Gateway to ControlLogix via Ethernet IP Dimensions Dimensions Technical Data Graco Standard Warranty Graco Information