Frequently Asked Questions (QA)

Q1: Can the module act as both Modbus master and slave?
A1: Yes, it supports both configurations as needed.

Q2: Can RS‑232 and RS‑485 ports be used at the same time?
A2: No, only one port is active at a time, selectable via software.

Q3: Is the RS‑485 interface isolated?
A3: Yes, it includes optical isolation to maintain signal integrity.

Q4: Does it support hot‑swapping?
A4: Yes, if the host controller architecture allows it.

Q5: What configuration parameters are programmable?
A5: You can set baud rate, parity, data bits, and stop bits via software.

Q6: How many devices can be connected via RS‑485?
A6: Up to 32 devices on one RS‑485 bus according to the spec.

Q7: What is the operating temperature range?
A7: –20 °C to +60 °C; storage up to +85 °C.

Q8: What are the physical dimensions and weight?
A8: 120 × 100 × 80 mm; approximately 1 kg.

Q9: Does it have diagnostic LEDs?
A9: Yes—there are LEDs for TX, RX, status, and communication errors.

Q10: Can it be mounted on DIN rail?
A10: Yes, it supports standard TS32/TS35 DIN rail mounting.