ETC MG200

Product Description
EnFlex Pub. No. 60ENMG200CSG
EnFlex MG-200 Control Server Gateway
The EnFlex MG-200 is a TCP/IP network host for interconnecting a variety of networked facility systems and
devices. It has built-in pulse counters that allow it to receive inputs from electricity, water, gas, and other types of
meters and transducers. The MG-200 is designed to reside at a remote site and connect to devices within that site
through data and communication interfaces. The MG-200 provides the ability to locally manage multiple data
acquisition and control systems and distribute information to and from connected devices over TCP/IP networks
including the Internet.
The modular architecture of the MG-200 allows it to be installed in its basic form and to be upgraded later with new
networking and data interface modules as customers’ requirements change and new connectivity technologies and
service offerings become available. In addition, multiple MG-200 gateways can be networked together via Ethernet
to provide expansion capability.
The MG-200 is available as the MG-200L with a 20 MB compact flash disk and as MG-200 HD with an integral 1.2
GB hard disk drive for applications with large data storage requirements. It is also available with an optional keypad
and display for configuration and monitoring of the MG-200's performance.
Key Features:
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Standalone gateway/controller
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Hosts EnFlex software
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TCP/IP Networking with HTTP Web
server
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Space for user programs and data
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10 Mbps Ethernet port
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3 pulse counters for utility meters
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5 serial ports for connecting to
external devices and networks
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2 Expansion Ports
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Console Port
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Sensor bus port - supports up to 32
Sensor Bus (Dallas Bus) devices
MG-200 Gateway
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EnFlex MG-200 Gateway
The MG-200 is a Linux-based workstation, and provides a complete implementation of TCP/IP networking,
including SLIP, PPP, NFS, etc. It supports a range of TCP/IP services such as FTP, Telnet, etc.
The MG-200 is shipped with the complete EnFlex Application Software environment, including the embedded
EnFlex Web Server, EnFlex Script® and EnFlex Connect™. It supports EnFlex Smart I/O controllers, LONWORKSbased EnFlex devices, and EnFlex Sensor Bus devices. Additional interfaces may be developed by users for any 3rd
party equipment that communicates over RS-232 or RS-485.
The MG-200 is enclosed in a rugged and compact 5” X 8.25” X 2.5” solid aluminum case that can be mounted in any
position. The MG-200L can be located outdoors if it is protected from direct exposure to weather.
Network Interfaces
The MG-200 provides data interfaces to the following networks:
Type
Ethernet
Media
10 Base T
RS-232 (COM1) Three-wire Serial
Connector
Protocols
RJ-45
TCP/IP
Screw Terminals
LONWORKS, User Defined
RS-232 (COM2) Seven-wire Serial with Screw Terminals
Modem Control
TCP/IP-PPP (External Modem),
LONWORKS, User Defined
RS-485 (COM3) Three-wire Serial
(Twisted shielded
pair)
EnFlex Smart I/O, Danfoss VSD,
Modbus, User Defined
Screw Terminals
RS-232 (COM4) Seven-wire Serial with RJ-45
Modem Control
TCP/IP-PPP (External Modem),
LONWORKS, User Defined
RS-485 (COM5) Three-wire Serial
(Twisted shielded
pair)
Screw Terminals
EnFlex Smart I/O, Danfoss VSD,
Modbus, User Defined
Expansion Ports
As Required
Screw Terminals
User Defined, LONWORKS FTT
Console Port
Three-wire Serial
Screw Terminals
VT100
Device Bus
Twisted Pair
Screw Terminals
Dallas Digital Sensor Bus
Expansion Modules
The MG-200 has two expansion ports that accommodate plug-in expansion modules. Modules are installed
inside the enclosure and facilitate connection of additional networks or devices. A LONWORKS FTT-10
interface module will be available. Additional expansion modules to be developed in the future may support
CEBus, HDSL, ADSL, X10, Powerline Carrier, etc.
Suggested Applications
The EnFlex MG-200 can be used in numerous applications, including the following:
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Stand-alone intelligent utility meter interface
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Real-time metering and sub-metering
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Gateway to third-party networks and devices
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Facility management
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Generator monitoring and control
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Environmental monitoring
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Data acquisition
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Security and access monitoring
July 2003
60ENMG200CSG