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V2.1 Firmware Released for WISE-5800 : Full Modbus RTU Function Supported

In July 2011, ICP DAS introduced the first Intelligent PAC Controller(WISE-5800) that equips functions such as web-based operation, logic control editing and data logger all in one platform. The simple, easy-to-use, no-programming-required features have won highly praise from our customers. WISE-5800 requires no programming, no extra software tool; allows users to implement control logic via WISE webpage just a few clicks away. It equips a built-in IF-THEN-ELSE Rule Engine that will check whether the rules are valid or not and determine the execution of actions under specific conditions, for examples: perform I/O modules operation control, Timer/Schedule task control, Email message/CGI command sending and interact with the SCADA software. With microSD card, the exclusive data logger function of WISE-5800 allows to record I/O channel value by event trigger or periodic time. The data logger files also can be sent back by Email or FTP to administrator for data analysis or administration management. The built-in SNTP Time Synchronization function via network allows connecting to SNTP Server for time synchronization to ensure the accuracy of the system time.

In considering the need to integrate various I/O devices in industrial automation applications, WISE-5800 v2.1 Firmware is designed to enhance the integration ability when connecting to I/O devices. In addition to the connection ability to I-7000 modules and XW-Boards provided by previous WISE-5800 version, the new v2.1 Firmware allows WISE-5800 to integrate with Modbus RTU Slave devices. This enhancement will make it easier and more flexible when performing integration or expansion of the I/O devices in order to meet various requirements in different industrial automation applications. In addition, other than Modbus TCP interface, via v2.1 Firmware, it also allows WISE-5800 to connect with SCADA software or HMI devices by Modbus RTU interface.

ICP DAS releases v2.1 Firmware for WISE-5800 controller. Besides the original v2.0 firmware functions; the new enhanced firmware provides the following features:

Allows to connect with Modbus RTU Slave devices
The previous WISE-5800(v2.0 Firmware) supports ability to connect to ICP DAS I-7000 modules and XW-Boards for I/O devices connection ability. The new v2.1 Firmware allows WISE-5800 to integrate with Modbus RTU Slave devices in addition to I-7000 modules and XW-Boards. Various parameters (such as: Coil Output, Discrete Input, Input Register or Holding Register) for Modbus RTU Slave devices can be edited and integrated into the WISE IF-THEN-ELSE Rule Engine. Moreover, the data logger function of WISE-5800 allows to record I/O information of Modbus RTU Slave devices in addition to I-7000 modules and XW-Boards as well.
Supports SCADA/HMI device that equip Modbus RTU interface.
The previous WISE-5800(v2.0 Firmware) already supports Modbus TCP Slave function to connect to SCADA software or HMI devices. Now the new WISE-5800 v2.1 Firmware adds the new Modbus RTU Slave function. It allows users to freely choose Modbus TCP or Modbus RTU interfaces to connect to SCADA software or HMI devices according to the application requirement.

WISE-5800(v2.1Firmware) System Architecture

WISE-5800 in Facility Management
A complete facility management system usually is required to support a variety of functions such as: monitoring I/O signals from various types of sensors, sending real-time I/O data to the control center, sending alarm or status messages, recording real-time I/O data and providing real-time I/O control at the controller side. To develop such a highly integrated system, the project development usually tends to be a complex and costly endeavor that requires meticulous planning and design. Now WISE-5800 allows to implement all complex logic control settings via the browsers. The process would be much easier and faster; and definitely will bring a new level of efficiency to your automation experience.

The following is an example for using WISE-5800 in facility management. The benefits of using WISE-5800 are as below:

By integrating with ICP DAS I-7000 modules, it's able to provide more AI channels for large-scale temperature monitoring.
Supports Modbus RTU Slave device, allows to integrate with Power meter for power status monitoring.
With IF-THEN-ELSE logic edition interface, its easy to setup the automation management and emergency response process.
Transmits temperature and power data to control center in real-time by Modbus TCP/RTU protocol.
Provides temperature/power data log function and data files sent back operation for data analysis.
Supports Email function for sending alarm message notification to related personnel in real-time.

WISE-5800(v2.1 Firmware) in Facility Management

WISE-5800 Features

No programming is required to implement logic content on controllers.
No extra software tool is required; all operations can be done through the Web browsers.
IF-THEN-ELSE logic rules execution ability.
Supports XW-Board and I-7000 I/O modules for I/O operation.
Ability to connect to Modbus RTU Slave devices to meet various requirements in different industrial automation applications. (New)
Provides Timer and Schedule operation.
Supports real-time remote alarm via Email, and CGI command sending function.
Seamless integration with SCADA/HMI device through Modbus TCP/RTU protocol. (New)
Provides data logger function and data file send back (FTP or E-mail) operation.
Supports SNTP for time synchronization through network.

WISE-5800 IF-THEN-ELSE Rule Engine

WISE-5800(wth Firmware v2.1) Specification

Hardware

Software

16-bit CPU
768KB/512KB for SRAM/Flash
Equips microSD storage for Data Logger
Offers a wide range of I/O modules

Remote I/O: Connect to I-7000 modules and Modbus RTU Slave devices via RS-485
Local I/O: Connect to XW-Board via Local Bus

10/100 Base-TX Ethernet
Power Consumption: 2 W (Without XW-Board)
Operating Temperature: -25 ~ +75 XC

36 IF-THEN-ELSE logic rules supported.
I-7000 modules(Up to 16) & 1 XW-Board supported.
Modbus RTU Slave devices(Up to 4) supported.
12 Timers/12 Schedules supported.
12 Emails/12 CGI Commands supported.
48 Internal Registers supported.
12 Recipes supported.
Data Logger function supported.
Time Synchronization for SNTP.
Modbus TCP/RTU protocol supported for SCADA/ HMI device integration

Now you are free from being distressed by the annoying program development and debug process. Just a few clicks on the mouse via WISEs Web page, you can complete the controllers logic rule design instantly at your fingertips. WISE features Easy-to-Use Web Interface, provides wide range I/O modules to choose from, equips with more useful functions and enables seamlessly integration with SCADA package/HMI devicesKetc, therefore, will be your best choice in Automation Control/Monitoring systems development. For more information about WISE product, please visit WISE WEB site (http://wise.icpdas.com) or ICP DAS Web site (http://www.icpdas.com).