Multi-protocol, device server, protocol translator

ProtoCessor

ProtoNode – Multi-protocol Device Server

The ProtoNode is designed to be used by customers who need to quickly and easily enable their new or legacy devices to interface with other protocols. The extensive FieldServer driver library, coupled with the FieldServer experience in protocol translation gateways provides the OEM customer with confidence that their products will meet the foreign networks requirements for interfacing.

ProtoNode provides the greatest flexibility and versatility available today. It supports virtual nodes which allows multiple OEM controllers to connect to a single ProtoNode and seen as separate controllers on the various field networks.

ProtoNode includes all the hardware and software to enable the customer's products to interface to various networks. It includes two serial and one Ethernet port. Each ProtoNode is provided with the necessary protocol drivers. Multiple drivers can be installed on a single ProtoNode. FieldServer can provide custom driver support when needed.

protocol translator, Modbus, device server, multiple protocols, ethernet, serial

Features/Benefits

  • The most flexible and versatile multi-protocol Device Server on the market.
  • Supports virtual nodes allowing multiple OEM controllers to connect to a single ProtoNode and seen as separate controllers on the various field networks.
  • TRUE protocol translation and not Protocol packet Encapsulation.
  • Interfaces to over 85 Building and Industrial Automation Protocols.
  • Bridges between Allen Bradley DF1 or Modbus RTU or ASCII to BACnet MSTP/IP or Allen Bradley EtherNet/IP or Allen Bradley CSP.
  • Translates between Ethernet to Ethernet Protocols i.e. Modbus TCP > Allen Bradley EtherNet/IP devices and visa versa.
  • Two RS-232/422/485 software selectable serial ports enable Serial to Serial protocol translation for bridging legacy devices to Industrial Automation or Building Automation networks.
  • Can easily support OEM’s custom host serial or Ethernet protocols.
  • Multi-Client and Multi-Server support ensures Interoperability between any Industrial and or Building Automation protocols.
  • Flash upgradeable.
  • RoHS compliant
  • Din Rail Mount optional

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