5202-MNET-MCM4 Modbus TCP/IP Indicates the Modbus primary/secondary gateway Implements communication between devices using different protocols

5202-MNET-MCM4 is a Modbus TCP/IP to Modbus master/slave gateway manufactured by ProSoft Technology .It acts as a bridge between devices on two different communication protocols:

Modbus TCP/IP: This is a widely used networking protocol in industrial automation applications. It allows devices to communicate over Ethernet using TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol /Internet Protocol).
Modbus RTU or ASCII: These are serial communication protocols commonly used in traditional industrial equipment.
The following is a breakdown of the 5202-MNET-MCM4's features and typical applications:

Features:

Protocol translation: The gateway converts data between Modbus TCP/IP messages and Modbus RTU or ASCII messages, enabling communication between devices using different protocols.
Data mapping: It allows you to configure how data is mapped between two protocols. This is important to ensure that the data is presented in a format that is compatible with both parties communicating.
Master/slave support: The gateway can act as a Modbus master, initiating communication and polling slave devices for data. It can also be used as a slave device, responding to requests from Modbus master stations. This flexibility allows integration with various network architectures.
Additional features (depending on model variant) :
Multiple serial ports: Up to four serial ports are available on some models, allowing connections to more Modbus RTU or ASCII devices.
Web Interface: This feature (if available) allows the gateway to be configured and monitored remotely through a Web browser.