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XBTGC2230

Communication Cable Pinout to Connect Modbus RTU RS485 (2 Wire) to

ATV12, ATV32, ATV312, ATV61, ATV71
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Introduction

The XBTGC2230 is equipped with a Com port that communicates with

Modbus RTU either by RS232 or RS485 (2 wire). This FAQ provides wiring
and pinout diagrams for the XBTGC Com port that may help when making a
RS485 (2 wire) communication cable for use with Altivar drives.

FAQ
Q: What is the pinout for a cable to connect from XBTGC2230 to an ATV12, ATV32, ATV312, ATV61, or
ATV71 via Modbus RS485 two-wire communication?
A: Refer to the following wiring diagram and pinout information:
XBTGC Com Port - SUB D Connector
Pin No.

Signal Name

Direction

RDA

Input

Meaning

SDA

Output

RDB

Input

SDB

Output

SG

ERA

Output

CSA

Input

Send Possible A(+)

CSB

Input

Send Possible B(-) / TxD1

ERB

Output

Data Terminal Ready B(-)

Shell

FG

Receive Data A(+) / RxD0

Meaning

Pin No.

D1 or D(B) +

D0 or D(A) -

Common

Send Data A(+) / TxD0

Receive Data B(-) / RxD1
Send Data B(-)
Signal Ground

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Altivar Drive - RJ45 Connector

Data Terminal Ready A(+)

Frame Ground / Shield (Common with SG)

Communication Cable Pinout to Connect Modbus RTU RS485 (2 Wire) to ATV12, ATV32, ATV312, ATV61, ATV71
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