
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
3.4Communications Setup
3.4.1 Description
The EPM 6000 Power Metering System provides two independent communication ports. The first port, COM1, is an optical IrDA port. The second port, COM2, provides RS485 communication via the Modbus protocol.
3.4.2IrDA COM1 Port
The COM1 IrDA port is located on the meter faceplate. The IrDA port allows the unit to be set up and programmed using a remote laptop without the need for a communication cable. Just point at the meter with an
Use the GE Communicator software package that works with the EPM 6000 IrDA port to configure the port and poll readings. Refer to the GE Communicator User Manual for details on programming and accessing readings.
Wireless Communication
Direct PC Interface
Modbus
Serial RS485
Master Host
FIGURE 3–15: Simultaneous Dual Communications Paths
Settings for the COM1 IrDA port are configured using GE Communicator software. This port communicates via the Modbus ASCII protocol only.
3.4.3RS485 COM2 Port
The EPM 6000 COM2 port uses standard
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