SOLE DIGITAL HNG100 HOISTNET GATEWAY User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- SOLE DIGITAL
Table of Contents
SOLE DIGITAL HNG100 HOISTNET GATEWAY User Manual
OVERVIEW
The Hoist Net Gate Way is a device for receiving up to two signals from other HoistNet devices and outputting the load via two fully isolated sinking or sourcing 4-20mA channels and/or a programmable RS485 serial interface.
SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Specifications
Overall length (mm): 115
Overall width (mm): 100
Overall height (mm): 23
Weight (kg): 0.12
Mounting: 30mm DIN Rail
Dimension
Figure 1: Case Dimensions
Electrical Specifications
| Paramete | Description | Min | Typ | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vin | Supply voltage | 24 | 250 | VAC | |
| Ii | Supply current | 7 | 8 | 1.2 | mA |
| Aimin | Analogue channel minimum output current | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | mA |
| Aimax | Analogue channel maximum output current | 22 | 25 | 28 | mA |
| Visolate | Isolation on analog and digital output | 2000 | V | ||
| 3 | 5 | 8 | VDC | ||
| Allowable operating temperature | -25 | 85Note1 | C |
Note1: Extended operation at maximum temperature will reduce the life the device.
Communication Specifications
Communications between the device and a host is usually via a Bluetooth radio
link. The Bluetooth
device name will be set to the Crane ID, the PIN is 0000.
For more details on the communication protocol used to communicate with the
HoistNet GateWay,
contact [email protected].
INSTALLATION DETAILS
Prior to Installation
Before installing your HoistNet GateWay unit visually inspect the device and check that:
- the type of input marked on the front of the device is appropriate for your application;
- the case is not damaged and fits together securely;
- terminals are secure;
- terminal numbering is as per the following diagram.
Figure 2: Terminal Positions
NB: As each block of 4 terminals can be removed (for installation) it is important that they be reinstalled in the positions shown.
| Terminal | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0V | |
| 2 | 24-240V AC/DC | |
| 3 | Tare 1 | Connect to 0V to tare |
| 4 | Tare 2 | |
| 5 | 4-20mA – (Chan 2) | |
| 6 | No Connection | |
| 7 | 4-20mA + (Chan 2) | |
| 8 | No Connection | |
| 9 | 4-20mA – (Chan 1) | |
| 10 | 4-2mA + (Chan 1) | |
| 11 | RS485 Gnd | Isolated from |
| 12 | No Connection | |
| 13 | A | |
| 14 | B | |
| 15 | Z | |
| 16 | Y |
Wiring Diagrams
Using Analog Outputs
The Analog Outputs are fully isolated and can be wired up as either sourcing
(See Figure 3) or sinking
outputs (See Figure 4).
Figure 3: Connecting the Analog Outputs as Sourcing Outputs
Figure 4: Connecting the Analog Outputs as Sinking Outputs
Connecting RS485 Outputs
Connect output RS485 terminals, marked Y and Z, on the HoistNet Gateway
(terminals 16 and 15 respectively) to inputs A and B on the receiving device.
Note: Terminals 13 and 14 marked as A and B on the HoistNet GateWay are
RS485 inputs.
Figure 5: Example of connecting the HoistNet GateWay to a RS485 receiver.
COMMISSIONING DETAILS
HoistNet GateWay is designed to be commissioned using a laptop computer. You
will need a CASWA LINK-2 Bluetooth Modem and the Field Service Utility (FSU)
software application loaded on a laptop.
Link-2 Bluetooth Modem
Installing and Launching the FSU Application
FSU Program Installation
Ensure that your computer is switched on, connected to the internet and that
the minimum required software versions are installed (see Appendix A for
minimum system requirements). Ensure that the
LINK-2 modem is installed and that the drivers have loaded.
Installing the FSU application
The latest FSU software can be downloaded from the following link and should
be checked periodically for updates:
http://www.soledigital.com.au/Link2.html.
Launching the application
Double click on the FSU program icon: 
Connecting to the Device
The FSU will scan for Bluetooth enabled devices. This process takes
approximately 10 seconds, when complete a list of all Sole Digital devices
within range will be displayed.
The HoistNet GateWay icon looks like this: 
If the desired HoistNet GateWay unit is not found, ensure it is powered up and
press to repeat the search.
NB: The Bluetooth link between the Laptop using a Link-2 and a HoistNet
GateWay has a range of approximately 200m.
Double click the HoistNet GateWay you wish to configure to establish a
connection.
Checking for Firmware
To check the current firmware of the Hoistnet Gateway, right click on the
Hoistnet Gateway Icon within the FSU discovery screen and choose .
A new window will open. The FSU will establish a connection, check what
version of firmware is currently on the HoistNet GateWay and show you a
selection of newer versions of firmware that are available. If there are no
new firmware versions available there will be no selections available to pick
When you pick the firmware you want to update the Hoistnet GateWay the button
becomes visible. Click the button to begin the firmware update.
A progress bar will begin showing how far along the firmware update is. When its complete it will show a pop up message.
DO NOT switch off the computer or remove the LINK2 modem until this is complete – doing so may leave the HoistNet GateWay in an unrecoverable state.
Hoist Net Gate Way Configuration Screen
Once you are up to date with the latest firmware version you can double click the Hoistnet GateWay you want to configure and the following screen will appear.
This screen shows the:
- ID (see section 4.4.1 for configuring this);
- Names of HoistNet devices being used for inputs and their connection status;
- Current firmware version operating on the device.
- A link to this user document.
Setting the ID
To set the ID of the device (commonly the Crane ID) click on the button to
return to the first screen.
Type in the desired Crane identification in the ‘ID’ field. This must be 18
characters or less.
Setting/Changing the HoistNet Inputs
HoistNet GateWay devices obtain their load signals wirelessly from other
HoistNet enabled devices.
To select/change a HoistNet load for the first input press the top <…> button:
A box will appear asking you which HoistNet enabled device you want to connect
to: Select the device that has the load signal to be used and press .
If you select a LiftlogXL, another window will popup asking you which hook to connect to (Main, Aux or Combined Load). Select the desired option and press . The popup window(s) will close and you will be returned to the General Configuration Screen. The bound device will now be shown in the first ‘Bound to’ field and will indicate that its status has changed to Online.
NB: You will need to ensure that the originating HoistNet load signal has
been calibrated correctly and is powered on.
If you want to bind the second input, repeat the process by pressing the lower
<…> button:
To unbind a HoistNet GateWay input from a HoistNet device, or to change the bound device, press the button on the Load screen and then select on the popup box.
Configuring Analog Outputs
A HoistNet GateWay can convert the HoistNet inputs into analog 4-20mA outputs. The behaviour of each output needs to be configured using the ‘Analog 1’ and ‘Analog 2’ tabs for the first and second input respectively.
To configure the 4-20mA output signal, two parameters are required:
- The expected mA output value corresponding to a 0kg load; and
- The expected mA signal output per tonne of load.
To calibrate the first 4-20mA output, press the ‘Analog 1’ tab to bring up the
following screen:
The Hoistnet load in kg and respective mA output is shown at the top of the screen. The percentage of the 4-20mA output range being utilised is shown in the signal bar.
To configure the 0kg signal level, enter the expected mA level in the top
Output field.
Enter the mA/tonne in the lower Output field.
If you are using a second HoistNet input, press the Analog 2 tab and repeat the process for the second output
Configuring RS485 Outputs
One or both load signals can also be output via a RS485 connection. To enable this, select the ‘RS485’ tab to bring up the following screen:
This screen contains the two configurable RS485 fields and also shows the
resulting string being sent via the RS485 interface.
Define the required RS485 serial format in the ‘Format’ field incorporating the required loads using the following codes:
| %o = first load in tonnes | %O = first load in kilograms |
|---|---|
| %t = second load in tonnes | %T = second load in tonnes |
| %r = carriage return | %n = line feed |
Preceding or succeeding text can also be added. Note that to incorporate a percentage character, you need to enter two %% characters.
The resulting string is visible in the ‘Sending’ field.
It is also important to define the communication speed by selecting the speed
from the ‘Baud’ selection box. This must match the speed set on the device
that will be using the RS485 information.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
There is no routine maintenance for this device.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Fault | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to connect to GateWay unit from FSU | GateWay or FSU are | |
| busy | Power cycle the crane. | |
| Incorrect wiring | Check that wiring is as per section 3.2. |
Check that removable terminals have been reinserted into their correct positions as shown in Figure 2.
| Pluggable terminals not seating correctly.| Replace pluggable terminal and
rewire the associated terminals.
The GateWay is reporting no load from a remote device| Remote Device is
not communicating| Power cycle remote device then power cycle the HoistNet
Gateway
GateWay not connecting to remote device| Remote device not responding to
connection request| Power cycle both devices
Analog Output current “Maxing out”| Insufficient excitation voltage.|
Ensure at least 8V Headroom for Gateway in current loop
---|---|---
No current in analog output loop| Reverse polarity| Check the wiring to
the Gateway
APPENDIX A: FSU SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The minimum requirements for operating CASWA’s Field Service Utility (FSU) and Link-2 Bluetooth modem are:
- Laptop computer running Windows XP SP3 or later;
- One Spare USB port;
- Microsoft .NET framework 3.5.