ALL-IN-ONE BUS ®NODE

UNIGATE FC
Norm compliant

Certified

Programmable

® Designed & manufactured

in Germany

READY-TO-INSTALL
FOR

ETHERNET TCP/IP

CONNECTABLE
MULTI-PROTOCOL-MODULE
Protocol Converter | Embedded Solutions | Gateways
 Ready-to-install

UNIGATE® FC – Integrate without

much development effort
The ready-to-install UNIGATE® FC combines
all components of a 2-Port Industrial Ethernet
interface in one module. The enormous reduction
of the development effort up to 70-80% holds a
significant advantage in time-to-market.
Covering an area of only 47-52 mm x 56 mm, the
module includes all necessary components such
as microcontroller, Flash, RAM, Ethernet switch
and passive components, such as LEDs and Ether-
net jacks. It can be connected to the microcon-
troller of the terminal device, or can operate as
stand-alone.

The module handles the entire bus or Ethernet traffic and relieves the terminal device processor of this non-trivial task. The protocol of
the terminal device will be implemented with a script. The free of cost PC-tool “Protocol Developer” generates the script and adapts it
perfectly to the final product and the requirements of the bus. Changes to the firmware of the terminal are not necessary.
The hardware and software interfaces of the Deutschmann UNIGATE® FC series are standardized and functionally the same, a guarantee
for the interchangeability between the different bus versions.

Design-In
Deutschmann also offers UNIGATE® FC variants as a design-in solution. Design-in allows the customer to fit the design of the module to their
needs and optimize for their own system. You will be using our well kept and continuously developed firmware.

Advantage Deutschmann – Ready-to-install

 70-80% reduced development effort  Easy integration into your electronics
 Time-to-Market gain  Adaptation of the terminal device firmware is dropped
 Assembly consists of standard components  All active components are incorporated, including Ethernet jacks
 Connection to the host processor via UART interface and LEDs
  Integrated isolation
Expandable via the synchronous serial interface e.g. for
‚Stand-alone‘-mode (without processor applications)  Coverage of multiple industrial Ethernet protocols with just one
development
 Shift-register connection (e.g. LED activation, read-in of switch
positions)
Analog/digital converter (e. g. analog sensor, 4-20mA current
loop)
 Hardware overview

Use
The Deutschmann UNIGATE® FC is particularly well suited for the use with terminal
devices out of the automation technology. It does not matter whether it is a complex Application example -
control or a simple actuator or sensor. Even control components – outside the classical Integrate the UNIGATE® FC
automation technology – can be connected to the fieldbus world or Ethernet based buses directly into your electro-
with the UNIGATE® FC. nic

Example of a customized
board.

Features
The Deutschmann UNIGATE® FC provides a complete Industrial Ethernet interface
(Slave). The integrated 2Port-Switch allows you to connect the networks in a linear
structur. The line topology reduces cabling costs and the number of addictional required
components.
The functionality of the firmware also includes a FTP- and a Web Server. Which allows
the design of customer specific device Webpages for example for visualization or input
of process data.

Benefit
A key benefit of the UNIGATE® FC series is the scripting ability. As a result, changes on
the terminal device are no longer required.
The flexibility of the script language provides the user freedom and opportunities; from
a simple transparent data transfer, through generating complex protocols up to prepara-
tion of the data. Standard protocols such as Modbus RTU (Master/Slave), Modbus ASCII
are included as complete script commands.
 Hardware overview

Stand-alone operation
The connection to terminal devices without a processor can be done via the clocked shift-register interface (synchronous serial interface/
SPI). It allows the extension of the FC for digital and analog inputs and outputs through the port of shift registers, DA- or AD-converters.
This way LEDs can be accessed, switch positions queried or analog signals read-in or read-out. The maximum input and output register
width is each 256 bits.

Processor-connection
For the use in systems with its own microprocessor, the UNIGATE® FC is connected via a UART or a SPI-interface with the processor of the
final product. The communication between the device processor and the UNIGATE® FC is controlled by the script. With script technology it
is possible to simulate complex protocols and data can be processed and cached.
The key advantage: The firmware of the terminal device does not need to be touched!

Debug interface
The debug interface of the UNIGATE® FC can be used to test a script, or for diagnostic purposes.
 Protocol Developer
Deutschmann Script language
The heart of the Deutschmann UNIGATE® / Gateway series
 Flexible solutions are needed. With the usual configuration tools for protocol con-
Simple script
verters and gateways, the user has to work with the specifications of the manufac-
commands
turer. To change this unfortunate condition Deutschmann developed its own script
language as early as in 1999.
Wide range of functions
 The user only needs to process the data of the bus and barely has to look after the
special characteristics of the fieldbus. Marketable protocols
 The Protocol Developer supports a variety of functions to fit the received or to send are included as a script
data into the right “form”. Mathematics- or memory processing commands are command
known from other Script languages and are easy to understand implemented, even
for laymen. Quick induction

 Also the neatly arranged selection of examples enables a quick introduction to

laymen.
 Another highlight is the included debug functionality. The common functionalities
such as Single-step, running and stopping on breakpoint are available.
 Great emphasis is put on data security. You can activate special error detection
routines on request.

What exactly is a script?

A script is a sequence of commands executed in a given order. A command is always a
small, firmly outlined task. The script language also knows commands that control the
program flow in the script, which is why you can assemble even complex processes
with these simple commands.

Command groups overview

Declarations variable declaration

Flow Control Subfunction calls, jumps, branches

Math Mathematical functions, data conversions

Communication Send and receive data

Device Control Set and read parameters. For example the baud rate for the
serial interface.

Bus Specific bus-specific values

 Protocol Developer

The amount of tasks which can be handled with a script is infinite.

Scripts are imaginable which
 automatically determine a participants data at the serial interface, edit this data and then outline it in the bus
 only carry out action if the bus data is altered
 carry out timed actions
 share communication states
 exchange the data between 2 serial participants (RS485) and present the state in the bus

The script programming gives you a flexible

possibility to solve your communication task.
On both sides, i.e., on the RS-side and on the
bus side, data can be edited, converted and
arranged.

Picture 1: script example in the Protocol Developer

The 1x1 of the Protocol Developer

Picture one shows you an example script in the editor surface and the tree view of all available com-
mands (Command-Tree). It is the tool for easy script generating for our script gateways, its operation is
aimed on it.
In addition to programming via text commands, the Command-Tree also offers
dialogue-based programming. If defined, and necessary for the correlating com-
mand, a dialogue goes through the command parameters (picture 2) and inserts
the resulting command into the script.

Picture 2: parameter
 Protocol Developer

Compile
Before a script can be loaded into a UNIGATE®, it has to be compiled. The resulting Integrated debug
code is very storage efficient. So even extensive a script fits comfortably in the internal environment
memory of the UNIGATE®.
The loading of a script into the device can be done directly from the Protocol Developer. Convenient test of the
For serial programming a script-download tool is available. script

Memory efficient compi-

lation of script code

Example for each script

command

Templates for each bus

variant

Workshops

Hotline by phone /
E-Mail
Picture 3: compilation

Debuggen
All UNIGATE® devices have a built-in debugging interface. A special debug software
is not needed. To test even extensive scripts quickly you’ll find many functions for
comfortable debugging, such as
 Breakpoints
 Single-step
 Display of the variables
and their values
 Error display

Picture 4: debug window with variables and their content

 Protocol Developer

Support
The Protocol Developer contains a context-sensitive help function, in which a de-
tailed description of all script commands is included. Picture 5: extract of the templates

Templates for different tasks and bus variants can be transferred directly and
adapted to your own needs.

Picture 6: online help

Sample scripts
The free of cost Protocol Developer includes
commented script examples for every script
command.
In addition to our free hotline, you’ll find further
support in form of the latest versions of manu-
als and software tools available for free on our
web page.
(www.deutschmann.com)

Picture 7: extensive library with example scripts

 Protocol Developer

Advantage Deutschmann – Flexibility

The add-on has been
 No changes in your own firmware necessary designed to provide a
 Flexible and powerful script language, specifically created for the bus simple master simulati-
communication on.
 Easy to handle
 Customized commands on demand. For example if functions are missing or The add-on is quick
an optimization for time critical application is needed. to install and easy to
 You can create your own script, or Deutschmann creates your script for you handle.
 Extensive support through help function, templates, examples, hotline and
Workshops The included PC soft-
 Devices can also be factory fitted with your script ware allows to follow
 Scripts run on the UNIGATE® CL, UNIGATE® IC and UNIGATE® FC series the data exchange
 Easy adaption for existing scripts to more fieldbuses and industrial Ethernet. through a serial bus
window and a bus win-
dows.

Depending on the bus

UNIGATE® FC Developer-Board versions there is techni-
cal literature included.

The developer board was developed to ensure the quick implementation of the Also you can use the
Deutschmann All-In-One bus node UNIGATE® FC into your own electronics. The unified existing bus master
interface supports all UNIGATE® FC models. instead of the add-on.
For the connection to a PC (with the DEBUG interface) there is both, an RS232 port and
a USB port available.
The application can be connected either via RS232, RS485, RS422, or USB.
The board also provides shift register, switches and LEDs. The Synchronous Serial
Interface of the UNIGATE® FC can thus read 32 digital inputs, and set 16 digital outputs.
Part of these digital IOs, as well as the signals of the synchronous serial-, the applica-
tion- and the debugging interfaces can be taken from the pin strip.
UB = 10...30 VDC USB
Debug interface

Application interface

Slot UNIGATE® FC
Dip- and
rotary switch
shiftregister IN Different measuring points
on Board

LED‘s for status display

and diagnosis
 Technical overview

 5V V3786  3,3V › 1Port › V3786

EtherNet/IP 2Port  3,3V V3758 Article-No.:
 3,3VV3897
› 2Port › V3803

› EtherNet/IP-Adapter function
› Max. 1060 Bytes input- and 1060 Bytes output data
› Baud rate up to 100 Mbit/s
› Isolated Ethernet interface with 2x RJ45 connector (integrated Switch)
› IT-Functions: web server, FTP server
› Generic EDS-file

 5V V3264  5V V3786
Fast Ethernet  3,3V V3800 Article-No.: V3933
 3,3V › 2Port › V3803

› Max. 1024 Byte input- und 1024 Byte output data

› Baud rate 10/100 Mbit/s
› Isolated Fast Ethernet interface with 2x RJ45 connector (integrated Switch)
› IT-functions: web server, FTP server

 5V n.a.  5V V3458
 3,3V V3675  3,3V n.a.

 5V n.a.  5V V3762
Developerboard for all offered UNIGATE ®
FC variants
 3,3V V3663 Article-No.: V3852
 3,3V V3357

› Suitable for all bus variants

› Serial ports to the application side
› Debug interface
› Different measuring points
  5V V3722
Modbus TCP Article-No.:
 3,3V V3934
V3766
General specifications
› Complete Modbus- TCP interface  serial interfaces 2x UART,
› Max. 1540 Bytes input- and 1540 Bytes output data 1x SPI or 1 x shift register
› Isolated Ethernet interface with 2x RJ45-connector  Baud rates: 50 Baud to 520
(integrated Switch) KBaud
› Baud rate 10/100 Mbit/s  Debug interface
› IT-Functions: web server, FTP server  16K Script memory
 Dimensions: 47-52 x 56 x
18 mm (W x D x H)
 Weight approx. 25 g
 5V V3473
PROFINET 2Port Article-No.:
 3V V3851
V3525
 Operating temperature:
-40°C to +85°C, RJ45 vari-
ants: -25°C to +85°C
› Complete PROFINET-IO-Device-interface (Slave)
 CE and bus-specific certifi-
› Max. 1440 Bytes input and 1440 Bytes output data cations
› Isolated PROFINET interface with 2x RJ45-connector
(integrated Switch)  RoHS

› 100 Mbit Full-Duplex-Transmission  Reach

› 32-Bit Microprocessor for fast response time

 3,3V › 2Port › V3627

 3,3V V3911
 Deutschmann - product line overview

PROTOCOL CONVERTER UNIGATE® CL – The solution for all devices with a serial interface
› RS232, RS485, RS422, SSI (encoder interface) on board
› Standard protocols can be configured (e.g. Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, 3964R...), more protocols can be included if
needed
› Flexible protocol adaption via Deutschmann script language
› Module consists of standard components
› Designed and manufactured in Germany

UNIGATE® CM – CANopen to all Fieldbuses and Ethernet

› Application-side: CANopen, RS232, RS485, RS422, SSI (encoder interface) on board
› Transport protocols can be configured (e.g.: CANopen mapping, Universal (L2 11Bit) COB-ID, Universal (L2 11/29Bit) COB-ID,
L2 11Bit (Tgl+FBlen))
› Flexible protocol adaption via Deutschmann script language
› Module consists of standard components
› Designed and manufactured in Germany

ALL-IN-ONE-BUS NODE UNIGATE® IC – Ready-to-install

› Easy integration into your own electronics

› Module consists of standard components
› Connection to your host processor via UART or SPI
› Flexible protocol adaption via Deutschmann script language
› Standard protocols like Modbus, 3964R, etc. included
› Designed and manufactured in Germany

UNIGATE® FC - The connectable Multi-Protocol-Module

› Easy integration into your own electronics

› Module consists of standard components
› Connection to your host processor via UART or SPI
› Flexible protocol adaption via Deutschmann script language
› Standard protocols like Modbus, 3964R, etc. included
› Designed and manufactured in Germany

UNIGATE® CX - The flexible Gateway to make incompatible networks compatible

› Modular Gateway concept

› Currently approx. 120 versions available
› Easy configuration
› Wide voltage and temperature range
› Designed and manufactured in Germany
UNIGATE® EL – Fast Ethernet to all Fieldbuses
Protocol Converter
› Application-side: Fast Ethernet, RS232, RS485, RS422, SSI (encoder
interface) on board
Embedded Systems
› Transport protocols can be configured (e.g. TCP server (port23) de-
fault, UDP, TCP server, TCP client, Modbus TCP server,
Modbus TCP client) Gateways
› Flexible protocol adaption via Deutschmann script language
› Module consists of standard components Electronic Cam Controls
› Designed and manufactured in Germany
Option I/O 8
Option I/O 8
› 24V / 0,7 mA (short term 1A) at max. 3A for all 8 Outputs
› Short circuit protection
› Available for the UNIGATE® CL, CM, EL series
› Designed and manufactured in Germany

ELECTRONIC CAM CONTROLS - Still an essential tool

› Diverse devices
› Logic functionalities
› Dynamic idle time compensation
› Short, constant cycle times and a high number of outputs
 PriorityChannel

UNIGATE® FC now with

What is PriorityChannel?

PriorityChannel eliminates the effects of network traffic loading on the device – ensuring accurate cycle-time response and safeguarding
against unwanted disconnects. Industrial Ethernet has many network traffic components. In addition to the time critical cyclic messages,
there are standard Ethernet messages being routed, Network Management protocols running, and Application Layer sending messages.
All of these other components can interfere with the cyclic messages causing them to be delay and introducing jitter.

PriorityChannel is a combination of software optimized on the unique, patented architecture of the fido1100 communication controller to
separate non real-time Ethernet traffic from real-time Industrial Ethernet traffic. This is not just a special queue or sophisticated filtering.
The silicon provides a separate data pathway and a separate on-chip execution environment for real-time messages to tunnel straight to
the device application. Non real-time messages can never interrupt real-time messages making it possible to stay well within 160 µs of
the desired EtherNet/IP cycle time, and within 10 µs of the desired Profinet cycle time.

Why do you need PriorityChannel?

Conventional Industrial Ethernet solutions have difficulty dealing with critical messages when network traffic increases, resulting in unpredictable
packet delays, excessive latency, or even connection failure. You can‘t rely on the fact that factory networks will be properly segmented to keep
traffic well behaved. Given the flexibility and myriad of capabilities Industrial Ethernet brings to the factory, you don‘t know how the network will
morph over time. How do you know your device will survive?

You need PriorityChannel to protect your device from the uncertainties on the factory floor. Regardless of the network condition or load, Priori-
tyChannel to eliminate the effects of network traffic now and in the future. Critical messages are delivered on-time, every time without packet
delays or excessive latency. The bottom line is, Priority Channel ensures your device will never disconnect from the network.

PriorityChannel is a feature of the FIDO products from Innovasic.

PriorityChannel™ is integrated in all Deutschmann PROFINET & EtherNet/IP products.

Your notes
 Global availability

UNIGATECL® CL
UNIGATE®

ProtocolConverter
■ Protocol
■ converter
for all
for all devices
devices with
with a
serial interface
serial interface

UNIGATE IC ®

UNIGATE ®
IC
Easy integration
■ Easy
■ integration in
into your
your own own
electronics
electronics

UNIGATE® FC
■ Connectable Multi-
Protocol-Module

Subject to technical changes. We do not accept liability for any misprints or errors.
UNIGATE® CX
■ Making incom-
patible networks
The company compatible

EL
UNIGATE®® AS-i
Deutschmann Automation, a german company based in Bad Camberg is working in the FastMaster
■■ AS-i Ethernet
M4to all
Fieldbuses
to all Fieldbuses
automation technology since 1976 and became known with cam controls in the 1980s. and Ethernet

In 1989 Deutschmann Automation started operating in the fieldbus technology. The

development of one’s first own bus system DICNET was an essential step. Since 1996 UNIGATE® CM

different fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet products are offered under the brand name ■ CANopen to all
Fieldbuses and
UNIGATE®. Ethernet

Thanks to a competent quality management and continuous enhancement

Deutschmann became one of the leading suppliers in the automation industry. The entire
development and manufacturing takes place in Germany.
We offer workshops for our All-In-One Bus nodes of the UNIGATE® IC series. In these
workshops you will learn everything you need to know about our products and how you
can easily realize your projects with Deutschmann.
For all products the necessary documents and tools can be found, free of cost, on www.
deutschmann.com. Additionally the Deutschmann Technology Wiki, wiki.deutschmann.
de, makes technological information easily accessible for our customers and users,
cross-linking application know-how and ensuring that the information is up to date.
Our experts in development, sales and support have the right solution for your demands.
Deutschmann Automation GmbH & Co. KG
Carl-Zeiss-Straße 8
65520 Bad Camberg
Tel.: +49 6434 9433-0
TNR_UG_FC_E_11.17

Fax.: +49 6434 9433-40

[email protected]
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