Type ME43
Fieldbus gateway büS to Industrial Ethernet, PROFIBUS DPV1, CC-LinkQuickstartContents

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The Quickstart................................................................................... 22

Intended use...................................................................................... 3

The quickstart contains the most important information and notes
regarding the use of the device. Keep these quickstart ready to hand

The Quickstart3

Basic safety instructions..................................................................... 3

4

Technical data.................................................................................... 4

5

Installation.............................................................................................66Start-up............................................................................................. 87

Operation and function....................................................................... 8

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Disassembly..................................................................................... 101.1

9Packaging, transport Disposal.......................................................... 11▶▶
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at the operation site.
Important safety information.
▶▶ Carefully read these quickstart. Observe in particular the safety
instructions, authorized use and operating conditions.
▶▶ Persons, who work on the device, must read and understand theseinstructions.
The operating instructions can be found on the Internet at:
www.burkert.com

Symbols

indicates an instruction to prevent risks.
Designates a procedure which you must carry out.
MENUE Representation of software interface text.

Warning of injuries:

Warning!

Possible danger! Serious or fatal injuries.

Caution!

Danger! Moderate or minor injuries.

note! Warning of damage.
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Intended use

The fieldbus gateway type ME43 is used as a field bus converter
between büS and Industrial Ethernet, PROFIBUS DPV1, CC-Link.
▶▶ When using the device, observe the permitted data, operating conditions and application conditions. This information can be found in
the contractual documents, the operating instructions and on thetype label.
▶▶ In areas at risk of explosion, only use devices approved for use
in those areas. These devices are labeled with a separate Ex typelabel. In use, note the information provided on the separate Ex typelabel and the additional explosion-related information or separate
explosion-related operating instructions.
The device▶▶ Do not use the device outside.
▶▶ Do not open the device.
▶▶ Use the device only in conjunction with third-party devices andcomponents recommended and authorized by Bürkert.
▶▶ Only operate the device when in perfect condition and always
ensure proper storage, transportation, installation and operation.
▶▶ Use only as intended.

3Basic safety instructions

These safety instructions do not consider any contingencies or incidents
which occur during installation, operation and maintenance. The operator
is responsible for observing the location-specific safety regulations, alsowith reference to the personnel.
General hazardous situations.
To prevent injury, ensure the following:▶▶ Operate the device only in perfect condition and in accordance withthe operating instructions.
▶▶ Do not make any changes to the device and do not subject it tomechanical stress.
▶▶ Secure device or system to prevent unintentional activation.
▶▶ Only trained technicians may perform installation and maintenancework.
▶▶ Install the device according to the regulations applicable in thecountry.
▶▶ After an interruption in the power supply, ensure that the process isrestarted in a controlled manner.
▶▶ Observe the general rules of technology.

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Note!

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Technical data

Electrostatic sensitive components and modules.

4.1

Conformity

The device contains electronic components which react sensitively toelectrostatic discharge (ESD). Contact with electrostatically charged
persons or objects are hazardous to these components. In the worst
case scenario, these components will be destroyed immediately or will
fail after starting up.

The device conforms to the EU Directives as per the EU Declaration ofConformity (if applicable).

•• To minimize or eliminate the risk of damage resulting from sudden
electrostatic discharges, ensure compliance with the requirements ofEN 61340-5-1.
•• Do not touch electronic components while the supply voltage isswitched on!

3.1

Definition of the term “device”

4.2

Standards

The applied standards, which are used to demonstrate conformity with
the EU Directives, are listed in the EU type examination certificate and/or
the EU Declaration of Conformity (if applicable).

4.3

Operating conditions
Warning!

Risk of injury due to malfunction if device used outdoors.
▶▶ Do not use the device outdoors and avoid heat sources which may
cause the permitted temperature range to be exceeded.

In these instructions the term “device” denotes the following device
types: ME43

Permitted ambient temperature range		-20 °C to +60 °C•• Ex area: stands for explosion-risk area

Operating altitude							up to 2000 m above sea level•• Ex approval: stands for approval in the potentially explosive area

4.4

Mechanical data

Housing material 		

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Electrical data

Supply voltage				

24 VPower consumption			<2W±10 % - residual ripple 10%

Degree of protection			IP 20 according to EN 60529 / IEC 60529(only if cables, plugs and sockets havebeen connected correctly)
verified by Bürkert, not evaluated by UL
Protection class				

3 according DIN EN 61140 (VDE 0140)

Interfaces 						1 spring-type terminal 5-pin for supply
voltage and büS connection
PROFIBUS version 			

1 plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin

CC-LINK version 			

1 plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin

Industrial Ethernet version 2 sockets for RJ45 plug-in connector
UL Devices					Limited Energy Circuit (LEC) according toUL/ IEC 61010-1									Limited Power Source (LPS) according toUL/ IEC 60950									SELV/ PELV with UL Recognized Overcurrent Protection dimensioned according
to UL/ IEC 61010-1 Table 18									

4.6NEC Class 2 power source

Type label, device labelingIdentification
number of thedevice

Type
Serial number

QR code (linkfor further
information tothe device)

Manufacture code
CE mark

Permitted
ambient
temperature
range
Fig. 1:

Supply voltage,
Nominal power,
Degree ofprotection

Description of type label and device labelingenglish5

5Installation

5.2

Warning!

→→ Connect 5-pin spring-type terminal in accordance with configuration.

Risk of injury from improper installation.
▶▶ Installation may be carried out by authorized technicians only andwith the appropriate tools.

5.1

Mounting on top hat rail
Electrical connection upwards:→→ Mount device in the lower guide of the top
hat rail.
→→ Push device upwards while also swivelingit to the left; lock it into the upper guide ofthe top hat rail.

Color of terminal

Description

RedWhiteGreenBlue

Supply voltage 24 V
CAN H (büS connection)
Shielding
CAN L (büS connection)

BlackTab. 1:

5.3→→ Mount device in the upper guide of the top
hat rail.
→→ Push device downwards while also swiveling it to the left; lock it into the lower
guide of the top hat rail.
Fig. 2:

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Configuration of 5-pin spring-type terminal

Establishing connection to fieldbus
8765432
1

Electrical connection downwards:

6Electrical connection

Pin1234, 567, 8

Plug configuration
RJ45TX+TX–
RX+
not usedRX–
not used

Configuration of X1 and X2 interfaces; connection to fieldbus

→→ Insert the Ethernet cable into the sockets of the X1 and X2 interfaces.
The X1 and X2 interfaces for RJ45 plug-in connectors are equivalent.

5.3.2 PROFIBUS version

Note!

D-Sub, 9-pin

Configuration of plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin

To ensure electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)▶▶ Only use shielded Ethernet cables.
▶▶ Connect the Ethernet cables of all devices to the top hat rail toground the cable shielding.

5.3.1 CC-Link version
Configuration of plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin
D-Sub, 9-pin

6789Fig. 3:

123
45Pin
1 and 2SignalFunction
not used

3DA

4DGConnection

678
9

Data line minus Mandatory(A conductor)
Data ground
Mandatory85, 6 and 7 not used
8DB

9not used

12345PinSignal
Function
1 and 2 not used
3RxD/TxD-P Data line minus(A conductor)
4
CNTR-P
Repeater directional control
5
DGND
Ground for bus
terminating
resistor
6VP+5 V supply forbus terminating
resistor
7 and 9 not used

Data line plus
(B conductor)

Mandatory

Fig. 4:

RxD/TxD-N Data line plus
(B conductor)

Connection
Mandatory
Optional
Optional

Optional

Mandatory

PROFIBUS, Configuration of plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin

CC-Link, Configuration of plug-in connector D-Sub, 9-pin

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6Start-up

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Operation and function

Warning!

Warning!

Risk of injury from improper operation!
▶▶ Only trained and qualified personnel may start up the device orsystem.
The following base settings can be made on the display of the device:•• Set IP address
Fieldbus versions: set PROFIBUS address or CC-Link address•• Select protocol (not with PROFIBUS version and CC-Link address)
The description for configuration and parameterization of theTyp ME43 can be found in the operating instructions.
The “Bürkert Communicator” PC software and the büS stick, which isavailable as an accessory, are required for configuration.
The “Bürkert Communicator” software and a general description of it areavailable on the Bürkert homepage.

▶▶ Only adequately trained personnel may operate the system ordevice.
Operation using the display is achieved by means of the two arrow keys
and the round menu key.
Opening the main menu:
twice.
→→ Press the menu key
First the start screen appears, then the main menus with thedetailed views Parameter, Diagnostics and Maintenance.
Returning from a menu:→→

Using the arrow keys, select Exit or Abort or Save and confirm
using the menu key .

7.3.1 Description of the keys
Element

Description
Page down through menu
Decrease numerical valueskeys
Menu key Open main menu
Confirm selection, confirm input.
ArrowTab. 2:

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Settings of the fieldbus gateway ME43

Function

Setting on
display

The following functions can be adjusted or read on the display and alsowith the PC software Bürkert Communicator.
Further functions for the setting and configuration of the device
are offered by the PC software Bürkert Communicator.
Function

Setting on
display

Set IP address.
Parameter
Field bus versions: set PROFIBUS
address or CC-Link address.
See operating instructions“Start-Up”.
Select protocol.
See operating instructions“Setting up the büS network”
Setting display
brightness
Parameter
contrast
installation
position

Setting with
BürkertCommunicator

Restart device
Information
about thedevice

Industrialcommunication→ Parameter

Ident.-number
Serial number
Software version
HardwareversionbüS version
ICom version

Setting with
BürkertCommunicator

Maintenance Generalsettings→ Maintenance

Maintenance Industrial
communication→ Maintenance

Tab. 3:

7.2
Generalsettings→ Parameter

Settings of the fieldbus gateway ME43

Operation of type ME 43 with the software
Bürkert Communicator

The device can be configured on the PC using the Bürkert Communicator software. A detailed description of the operation and configurationof the PC software Bürkert Communicator can be found on the website
www.burkert.com → Type 8920.

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8Micro SD card

The Micro SD card can be used to save and transfer device-specific values
and user settings to a different device.
Card holder for Micro SD card

Risk of injury from improper disassembly.
▶▶ Disassembly may be carried out by authorized technicians only.

Carefully pull the cover out of the recess and rotate
it upwards to the left.

1. Switch off supply voltage.

Remove the Micro SD card: Press on the edge ofthe engaged Micro SD card to unlock it.
Fig. 5:

DisassemblyWarning!

2. Remove 5-pin spring-type terminal.

Micro SD card; fieldbus gateway ME43

The Micro SD card is not suitable for backups. If the Micro SD
card of the device is re-inserted at a later date, the most recently
saved data is not restored.
Do not use conventional retail Micro SD cards for the device. The
Micro SD card is available as an accessory.

3. Remove Ethernet cable from the X2 and X2 interfaces.
For the PROFIBUS version and CC-Link version: Remove plug-in
connector D-Sub, 9-pin.
4. Remove the device from the top hat rail.
→→ Push the device upwards and detach itfrom the upper guide of the top hat rail.

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Note!
Damage in transit due to inadequately protected devices.
•• Protect the device against moisture and dirt in shock-resistantpackaging during transportation.
•• Observe permitted storage temperature.
Incorrect storage may damage the device.
•• Store the device in a dry and dust-free location.
•• Storage temperature: -30 °C to +80 °C.
Damage to the environment caused by device components contaminated with media.
•• Dispose of the device and packaging in an environmentally friendly
manner.
•• Observe applicable disposal and environmental regulations.

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