1. Product Overview

2. Main Features

1. Standard EtherNet/IP communication function, support implicit I/O data exchange and explicit message access

2. Built-in GE Genius bus master protocol, fully compatible with all series GE Genius I/O modules

3. Support multiple Genius bus communication baud rates, flexible matching on-site bus parameters

4. Max support 31 sets of Genius I/O stations access at the same time

5. Automatic mapping Genius I/O point data into EtherNet/IP controller tags

6. Built-in web configuration page, no need for professional configuration software

7. Support configuration file backup and restore via storage card

8. Real-time bus operation status monitoring and fault diagnosis function

9. Support offline simulation debugging, convenient program test without on-site I/O connection

10. Compact structure, low power consumption, stable operation in industrial control environment

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Power Supply

3.2 EtherNet/IP Interface

3.3 GE Genius Bus Interface

3.4 Environmental Parameters

3.5 Physical Parameters

4. LED Status Indicators

5. Installation and Wiring Guide

1. Fix the gateway on the DIN rail inside control cabinet steadily

2. Connect 12~24VDC stable power supply according to wiring definition

3. Connect Ethernet cable to RJ45 port to access upper EtherNet/IP PLC system

4. Connect Genius bus shielded cable to terminal block and connect each on-site Genius I/O module

5. Log in built-in web page through computer to set gateway IP address and bus parameters

6. Scan on-site Genius I/O stations and complete I/O data point mapping

7. Download configuration, connect PLC program and complete system joint debugging

6. Communication Function

1. Read digital input, analog input data of GE Genius I/O modules in real time

2. Send control output commands from EtherNet/IP PLC to control field actuators

3. Realize unified programming and centralized control of old GE I/O equipment by Rockwell PLC

4. Upload I/O module working state and abnormal alarm information to upper control system

5. Support one-to-many bus networking mode, realizing large-scale distributed I/O data collection

7. Application Scope

1. Old GE Genius I/O control system upgrading and reconstruction project

2. Chemical, textile industry old production line control system replacement transformation

3. Factory multi-brand mixed control system integrated networking scheme

4. Water supply and drainage industry old GE equipment access new EtherNet/IP system

5. Phase-by-step equipment replacement and gradual migration of industrial automation system

6. Remote centralized monitoring system based on original Genius field I/O

8. Safety Notes

1. All wiring operations must be carried out under power-off state

2. Genius bus must use special shielded communication cable to reduce signal interference

3. Reasonably set bus baud rate to match all on-site I/O module parameters

4. Do not exceed the rated voltage range to avoid damage to the gateway

5. Keep the equipment away from high temperature, humid and strong electromagnetic interference area

6. Professional technical personnel are recommended to complete network configuration and program debugging work