How to Use the ProSense PPC5 Ethernet to Serial Gateway for Modbus TCP/RTU

To learn more: https://www.AutomationDirect.com/process-controllers?utm_source=Qs6toP28fZc&utm_medium=VideoTeamDescription - (VID-PS-0050) The Ethernet to Serial Gateway function in the ProSense PPC5 advanced process controller is a powerful tool for bridging modern Ethernet networks with legacy RS485 serial devices. Available exclusively on the PPC-5102 and PPC-1102 models, this feature turns the controller into a transparent protocol converter. In this video, we'll walk you through: How a host computer or PLC can read/write to up to 31 Modbus RTU devices via the PPC5. Step-by-step setup for RS485 two-wire multi-drop configurations. Configuring communication settings (Baud rate, Parity, Data bits). Enabling the high-speed response function for low-latency data access. Properly assigning unit IDs and function codes for seamless Modbus TCP routing. Whether you're integrating existing RS485 equipment into a networked control system or looking to extend your reach over Ethernet, the PPC5 provides reliable, centralized control without needing extra hardware. Learn more about the ProSense PPC5 and our full line of process control devices at: https://www.automationdirect.com?utm_source=Qs6toP28fZc&utm_medium=VideoTeamDescription 0:00 - Introduction to PPC5 Ethernet to Serial Gateway 0:53 - Key Benefits & System Architecture 1:04 - RS485 Wiring & Setup Guidelines 1:23 - Configuring Ethernet & Serial Settings 2:11 - Setting up Modbus Slaves & Addressing 2:35 - Sending Modbus TCP Commands 3:03 - More Process Control Resources Download the PPC5 User Manual (Chapter 21): https://cdn.automationdirect.com/static/manuals/psprocontrol/psprocontrol.html Online Support Page: https://community.automationdirect.com/s/contactsupport?utm_source=Qs6toP28fZc&utm_medium=VideoTeamDescription **Please check our website for our most up-to-date product pricing and availability. #ProSensePPC5 #AutomationDirect #ModbusTCP #ModbusRTU #IndustrialAutomation #ProcessControl #EthernetGateway #RS485 #PLC #ProtocolConversion Related AutomationDirect.com part numbers: PPC51000, PPC51001, PPC51002, PPC51100, PPC51101, PPC51102