Cost-effective Solution for RS232/422/485 Serial-to-Ethernet Application
PLANET ICS-115A Serial Device Server is specially designed to convert RS232, RS422 or RS485 serial communication to Fast Ethernet networking to extend the network distance efficiently and inexpensively.
There is one 100BASE-FX single-mode/multi-mode media available in the ICS-115A and its operating temperature ranges from -10 to 60 degrees C for your network needs. The ICS-115A is a time-saving and cost-effective solution for users and system integrators to quickly transform their serial devices into the Ethernet network with no need of replacing the existing serial devices and software system.
Extending Distance
The ICS-115A is able to extend the distance of deploying serial equipment and hosts. The selectable fiber-optic cables on the basis of distance are provided. Therefore, this product will perfectly satisfy the diverse demands while providing reliable and efficient network solutions based on the distance and budgets of installation.
Remote Management
As the ICS-115A provides an easy serial-to-Ethernet connectivity and connection to a TCP/IP network, the remote network system can thus be managed efficiently via its Web, telnet and VCOM management interfaces. It supports both application and serial operation modes for alarm or IP address connection, which saves the network administrator’s time in detecting and locating network problems without visual inspection of the cabling and devices. Multiple connection options are available for large networking environment as well.
Easy Chassis Installation
The ICS-115A can be used as a stand-alone unit or a slide-in module to PLANET Media Converter Chassis (MC-700 and MC-1500 chassis). The media chassis can assist in providing DC power to the ICS-115A and can be DIN-rail or wall mounted for efficient use of cabinet space, without the need of replacing the existing serial equipment and software system.
Access Control System – Traditional System Application
Most of the enterprises and government use access control plate and Mifare or RFID to authorize entrance identity. Traditionally, the access control machines use RS232 or RS485 serial interface with their cables connecting to login server. By applying the ICS-115A Serial Device Server, the access control machine is able to extend the network over longer distances via Ethernet interfaces. In addition, the ICS-115A can be linked to an xDSL router to get the internet access capability so that the access control can be set and monitored over the internet.
Process Control
To monitor, configure and manage the robotic conveyer including other production machines, PLC (programmable logical control) is required to drive the above manufacturing process. The ICS-115A can be set to the TCP server mode and connected to the PLC. Thus, the administrator can configure and set command settings through Fast Ethernet intranet to remotely control the PLC, without having to stand by the I/O machine.
RTU Data Collect – UDP Mode
Connect with RTU (remote terminal unit) to collect and monitor the data of waves, signal and power utilization. The ICS-115A can be used to set up UDP mode and send data over Fast Ethernet to local server or over Internet to remote server automatically.
Surveillance Motion Control – Pair Connection Mode
Using pair connection mode via the fiber optic patch cord, the ICS-115A can extend the distance of the deployed devices via RS232, RS422 and RS485 interfaces, making the remote management of these devices from the monitoring center easier and efficient.
Serial Interface
One DB9 interface supports RS232, 2-wire RS485, 4-wire RS485 and RS422 operation
Asynchronous serial data rates up to 921600bps
Data mode includes VCOM, RFC2217, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, Remote Pair, Modbus converter server / client and Serial Telnet modes
Ethernet Port
1-port 100BASE-FX SFP slot
Management
IPv4 and IPv6 dual stack management
Remote Management Interfaces
– IP-based Web management
– Telnet console management
– Windows-based VCOM utility supports searching, monitoring and configuration setting
IP NTP (Network Time Protocol)
Standard TCP/IP interface and versatile operation modes
■ TCP Server / TCP Client
■ UDP Client
■ Virtual COM
■ RFC2217
■ Telnet Server
■ Pair Connection – Remote (Slave)
■ Pair Connection – Local (Master)
■ Modbus converter server / client
Virtual COM Utility Platform Supports
Windows-based Only:
Windows XP
Windows Server 2003
Windows 7
Windows Server 2008
Windows 8 (Must install the latest version of WinPcap)
Windows Server 2012 (Must install the latest version of WinPcap)
Windows 10
Bug Fixed –
1. Make up the missing Modbus Converter Server / Client Mode
2. Fixed the problem that the “green” LED would unconditionally turn on when using RS422 and RS485
3. Fixed the problem that Smart Discovery could not scan
2021/08/01
1.1910b200515
Bug Fixed – TP Port could not ping IP at 10M speed.
Date
Version
Description
Download
2020/11/12
2011041000_2521_1337_1111
1. Supports starting as service mode.
2. Supports simplified Chinese
*Note:This utility is only for the ICS-110, ICS-120, ICS-115A, ICS-2100T, ICS-2102T, ICS-2102TS, ICS-2105AT, ICS-2200T, and ICS-2400T and NOT compatible with ICS-100, ICS-105A, ICS-2100, and ICS-2105A.
2020/31/07
2.18.1219.1600
1. Support to add Device IP manually.
2. Support to add COM port manually.
3. NOT compatible with ICS-210X series products.
Ordering Information
ICS-115A
RS232/RS422/RS485 Serial Device Server with 1-Port 100BASE-FX SFP
Ordering Information
ICS-115A
1-Port RS232/422/485 Serial Device Server with 1-Port 100BASE-FX SFP
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