RuggedMCTM RMC30

2 Port Serial-to-Ethernet Converter

Features and Benefits

Connectivity
.1-RS232 and 1-RS422/485 port
.1-10BaseTX
.Fully compliant EIA/TIA RS485 and RS232 ports
.Built-In optional RS485 Termination

Serial Encapsulation
.Transmit serial data over an IP network
.Support for Modbus TCP, DNP 3, TIN serial protocols
.Baud rates up to 230 kbps
.Point to point and multi-point modes
.Convert Modbus RTU to Modbus TCP
.Support multiple Modbus masters
.Use 'Serial IP' port redirection software to support PC
applications statistics and built-in 'sniffer' for troubleshooting

Universal Power Supply Options

The RuggedServer™ RMC30 is an industrially hardened, .Input voltages of 24VDC, 48VDC,
2-port Serial-to-Ethernet server that has been specifically HI = (88-300VDC or 85-264VAC) for worldwide operability
designed to operate in electrically harsh and climatically .Integrated power supply eliminates need for
demanding environments. The RMC30 allows you to an awkward external power transformer
communicate with virtually any serial device via Ethernet .Screw down terminal blocks ensure reliable
providing simple and reliable network connectivity. maintenance free connections
.CSA/UL 60950 safety approved to +85°C
The RMC30 is packaged in a compact, galvanized steel
enclosure that allows either DIN or panel mounting for Designed for Harsh Environments
.Exceeds IEC 61850-3 requirements for electric
efficient use of cabinet space. It has an integrated power
power substations
supply with a wide range of voltages for worldwide operability.
.Exceeds IEC 61000-6-2 for industrial environments
An operating temperature range of -40 to +85°C (-40 to .Exceeds NEMA TS 2 requirements for traffic
+185°F) without the use of internal cooling fans allows it to be control equipment
placed in almost any location. The RMC30 is compliant with .Meets IEEE 1613 requirements for electric
EMI and environmental standards for utility substations, power substations
industrial manufacturing, process and control and intelligent .3kV (RMS) Isolated serial ports
transportation systems applications. .Operates over a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C
without the use of fans for improved reliability
The RMC30 offers both an RS232 port and a RS485/422 .21 AWG galvanized steel enclosure and DIN or panel
port simultaneously via a solid screw down terminal block. mounting options provide secure mechanical reliability
The 10Base-T Ethernet port supports both auto-negotiation
Management and Diagnostics
and auto-crossover detection and simplifies cabling. Simple
.Web-based, Telnet, CLI management interfaces
and intuitive network based configuration using either the
.SNMP v2/v3 with traps
built in Web or Telnet server makes setup a breeze. .Rich set of diagnostics with logging and alarms
.Ethernet and Serial LED indicators aid in field
The RMC30's superior ruggedized design coupled with the troubleshooting
Rugged Operating System™ (ROS) provides improved system .Flash memory for easy upgrades
reliability making it ideally suited for creating Ethernet .System watchdog with automatic reset
networks for mission critical, real-time, control applications. .Built in real time clock and
SNTP time synchronization
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All RuggedCom products are backed by a five year warranty
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Ethernet Management Features

Rugged Operating System™ (ROS™) HTML Web Browser and Telnet User Interfaces
The RMC30 includes a subset of the features of the ROS provides a simple, intuitive user interface for
industry leading Rugged Operating System™ (ROS™), configuration and monitoring via a standard graphical web
RuggedCom’s embedded Operating System for network browser or via Telnet. All system parameters include detailed
devices. on-line help to make setup a breeze. ROS, presents a
common look and feel and standardized configuration
Serial IP Encapsulation process allowing easy migration to other RuggedCom
Many 'legacy' devices (RTU, PLC, IED, etc.) only managed products.
support serial communications via RS232.The RMC30
encapsulates the serial data within a TCP connection Event Logging and Alarms
allowing these devices to be reached via an IP network. ROS records all significant events to a non-volatile system
A wide range of baud rates, frame packetization options, log allowing forensic troubleshooting. Events include link
and diagnostics allows any serial protocol to function. failure and recovery, unauthorized access, broadcast storm
The RMC30 has specific support for the following detection, and self-test diagnostics among others. Alarms
serial protocols: provide a snapshot of recent events that have yet to be
acknowledged by the network administrator. An extreme
.Raw Socket serial encapsulation hardware relay is de-energized during the presence of
.Modbus TCP (client and server) critical alarms allowing an external controller to react if
.DNP 3 desired.
.WIN and TIN
.Microlok SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol)
SNTP automatically synchronizes the internal clock of all
MODBUS TCP ROS devices on the network. This allows for correlation
The Modbus protocol is ubiquitous in the industrial of time stamped events for troubleshooting.
control and automation world. The RMC30 converts
ModbusRTU master/slave serial data packets to Modbus Configuration via ASCII Text File
TCP client/server packets for transmission over an IP All configuration parameters are stored in an ASCII
network. This allows communications to Modbus RTU formatted text file that can easily be transferred via TFTP
slaves via Ethernet and allows multiple masters to or Xmodem. The configuration file can be saved for
poll the same slave device. backup purposes and easily manipulated by a text editor.
The text same file can be downloaded to the switch at a
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) later date in order to re-configure or restore a previous
SNMP provides a standardized method for network configuration.
management stations the ability to interrogate devices from
different vendors. ROS supports numerous standard MIBs Command Line Interface (CLI)
(Management Information Base) allowing for easy A command line interface can be used in conjunction with
integration with any network management system (NMS). A remote shell to automate data retrieval, configuration
feature of SNMP supported by ROS is the ability to updates, and firmware upgrades. A powerful SQL-like
generate "traps" upon system events. A NMS can record capability allows expert users the ability to selectively
traps from multiple devices providing a powerful network retrieve or manipulate any parameters the device
troubleshooting tool. RuggedVueTM is RuggedCom's NMS has to offer.
that provides graphical visualization of the network and is
fully integrated with all RuggedCom products.

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EMI and Environmental Type Tests

IEC 61850-3 EMI TYPE TESTS
TEST Description Test Levels Severity Levels
Enclosure Contact +/- 8kV 4
IEC 61000-4-2 ESD
Enclosure Air +/- 15kV 4
IEC 61000-4-3 Radiated RFI Enclosure ports 20 V/m x
Signal ports +/- 4kV @ 2.5kHz x

D.C. Power ports +/- 4kV 4

IEC 61000-4-4 Burst (Fast Transient)
A.C. Power ports +/- 4kV 4

Earth ground ports 3 +/- 4kV 4

Signal ports +/- 4kV line-to-earth, +/- 2kV line-to-line 4
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge D.C. Power ports +/- 2kV line-to-earth, +/- 1kV line-to-line 3
A.C. Power ports +/- 4kV line-to-earth, +/- 2kV line-to-line 4
Signal ports 10V 3
D.C Power ports 10V 3
IEC 61000-4-6 Induced (Conducted) RFI
A.C. Power ports 10V 3

Earth ground ports 3 10V 3

IEC 61000-4-8 Magnetic Field Enclosure ports 40 A/m continuous, 1000 A/m for 1 s N/A
D.C. Power ports 30% for 0.1s, 60% for 0.1s, 100% for 0.05s N/A
IEC 61000-4-29
Voltage Dips & Interrupts 30% for 1 period, 60% for 50 periods N/A
A.C. Power ports
IEC 61000-4-11 100% for 5 periods, 100% for 50 periods 2 N/A
Signal ports 2.5kV common, 1kV diff. mode@1MHz 3
IEC 61000-4-12 Damped Oscillatory D.C. Power ports 2.5kV common, 1kV diff. mode@1MHz 3
A.C. Power ports 2.5kV common, 1kV diff. mode@1MHz 3
Signal ports 30V Continuous, 300V for 1s 4
IEC 61000-4-16 Mains Frequency Voltage
D.C. Power ports 30V Continuous, 300V for 1s 4
IEC 61000-4-17 Ripple on D.C. Power Supply D.C. Power ports 10% 3
Signal ports 2kVac (Fail-Safe Relay output) N/A
IEC 60255-5 Dielectric Strength D.C. Power ports 2kVac N/A
A.C. Power ports 2kVac N/A
Signal ports 5kV (Fail-Safe Relay output) N/A
IEC 60255-5 H.V. Impulse D.C. Power ports 5kV N/A
A.C. Power ports 5kV N/A

IEEE 1613 (C37.90.x) EMI IMMUNITY TYPE TESTS

Test Description Test Levels Severity Levels
Enclosure Contact +/- 8kV N/A
IEEE C37.90.3 ESD
Enclosure Air +/- 15kV N/A
IEEE C37.90.2 Radiated RFI Enclosure ports 35 V/m N/A
Signal ports +/- 4kV @ 2.5kHz N/A
D.C. Power ports +/- 4kV N/A
IEEE C37.90.1 Fast Transient
A.C. Power ports +/- 4kV N/A
Earth ground ports3 +/- 4kV N/A
Signal ports 2.5kV common mode @1MHz N/A
IEEE C37.90.1 Oscillatory D.C. Power ports 2.5kV common, 1kV diff. mode@1MHz N/A
A.C. Power ports 2.5kV common, 1kV diff. mode@1MHz N/A
Signal ports 5kV (Fail-Safe Relay output) N/A
IEEE C37.90 H.V. Impulse D.C. Power ports 5kV N/A
A.C. Power ports 5kV N/A
Signal ports 2kVac N/A
IEEE C37.90 Dielectric Strength D.C. Power ports 2kVac N/A
A.C. Power ports 2kVac N/A

Environmental Type Tests

Test Description Test Levels Severity Levels
IEC 60068-2-1 Cold Temperature Test Ad -40°C, 16 Hours N/A
IEC 60068-2-2 Dry Heat Test Bd +85°C, 16 Hours N/A
95% (non-condensing), 55°C , 6
IEC 60068-2-30 Humidity (Damp Heat, Cyclic) Test Db N/A
cycles
IEC 60255-21-1 Vibration Tests Fc 2g @ (10 - 150) Hz Class 2
IEC 60255-21-2 Shock Tests Ea 30g @ 11mS Class 2

Notes: 1. Only applicable to functional earth connections separated from the safety earth connection.
2. Class 2 refers to "Measuring relays and protection equipment for which a very high security margin is required or where the vibration levels are very high,
( e.g. shipboard application and for severe transportation conditions")

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Typical Application
ETHERNET LAN

RS232/485/422 RS232/485/422

IED IED

IED IED

IED IED

IED IED

10BaseT Copper Wire

RS232/485/422 Serial Cable
Intelligent Electronic Device

Dimensions

Front View Side View

Bottom View

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Technical Specifications
Power Supply IETF SNMP MIBS
.Power Consumption: 2W (max) .RFC791-IP
.24VDC: 18-36VDC (max) .RFC792-ICMP
.48VDC: 36-59VDC (max) .RFC793-TCP
.HI Voltage AC/DC: (88VDC-300VDC / 85VAC-264VAC) (max) .RFC783-TFTP
.RFC826-ARP
Physical .RFC768-UDP
. Height: 4.3" / 10.9 cm .RFC894-IP over Ethernet
.Width: 2.3" / 5.8 cm .RFC854-Telnet
.Depth: 3.7"/ 9.4 cm .RFC1519-CIDR
.Weight: 1.5lbs (0.68kg) .RFC1541-DHCP (client)
.Ingress Protection: IP40 (1mm objects) .RFC2030-SNTP
.Enclosure: 21 AWG galvanized steel enclosure .RFC2068-HTTP
.Mounting: DIN rail or panel mounted
Approvals
Network Management  ISO: Designed and manufactured using a ISO9001: 2000
. Web-based graphical HTML certified quality program
.SNMP v1, v2c, v3  CE Marking
.Telnet, VT100  Emissions: FCC Part 15 (Class A), N55022 (CISPR22 Class A)
.Command Line Interface (CLI)  Safety: cCSAus (Compliant with CSA C22.2 No. 60950,
UL 60950, EN60950)
 Laser Eye Safety (FDA/CDRH): Complies with 21
EMI Immunity and Environmental Compliance CFR Chapter1, Subchapter J.
. IEC 61000-6-2 Industrial (Generic)
.IEC 61800-3 Industrial (Variable Speed Drive Systems) Warranty
.IEC 61850-3 Electric Utility Substations . 5 Years-Applicable to design or manufacturing
.IEEE 1613 Electric Utility Substations related product defects.
.NEMA TS 2 Traffic Control Equipment

IETF RFC Compliance

. 802.3-10BaseT
.802.3x-Flow Control

IEEE Compliance
.RFC791-IP
.RFC792-ICMP
.RFC793-TCP
.RFC783-TFTP
.RFC826-ARP
.RFC768-UDP
.RFC894-IP over Ethernet
.RFC854-Telnet
.RFC1519-CIDR
.RFC1541-DHCP (client)
.RFC2030-SNTP
.RFC2068-HTTP

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Order Codes
RMC30 - __
PS

PS: Power Supply

. 24 = 24VDC (18-36VDC)
.48 = 48 VDC (36-59VDC)
.HI = 88-300VDC or 85-264VAC

Mounting Options
.DIN rail mounting is standard
.For Panel mounting, order P/N 41-12-006

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RuggedMC is a trademark of RuggedCom Inc.
Ethernet is a trademark of the Xerox Corporation.
Modbus is a trademark of Schneider Electric
All brand marks, trademarks and company names used are
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All specifications in this document are subject to change without notice.

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