COMMUNICATIONS & GATEWAYS FUNCTIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Com’X 210, Com’X 510

Technical Datasheet
A highly flexible plug-and-play Energy Server Com’X 210 collects and stores WAGES consumptions
and environmental parameters such as temperatures, humidity and CO2 levels in a building. Data is
periodically transmitted as a report to an internet database server for further processing. The Energy
Server Com’X 210 not only reduces your technical complexity, but helps to manage your energy.

Applications
The quickest path to multi-site energy management and on-line services
• Delivers batches of data ready to process by EcoStruxure™ Power Management solutions and services
• Publishes logged data to the Schneider Electric cloud or another hosted platform
PB112041

EBX210

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The solution for

Energy management solutions
All markets that can benefit from a solution that includes data logger
The data collected and stored by Com’X
Com’X 210:
210 can be processed and displayed
• Buildings as webpages through web services
• Industry provided by Schneider Electric, such
as EcoStruxure™ Power Management
software products, or by any private
Benefits energy platform.
• Data collection from up to 64 field devices The Com’X 210 also provides a
• Data publishing leveraging existing infrastructures, transparent interface between Ethernet-
Ethernet or Wi-Fi, GPRS-ready based networks and field devices.
• Quick fitting into electrical switchboards thanks to DIN rail This gateway function supports the
clipping and profile use of monitoring software, such as
• Quick setup and configuration thanks to intuitive HMI EcoStruxure™ Power Monitoring Expert
(PME) for data collection, trending,
event management, analysis and further
processing.

Conformity of standards
• EN 60950

Architecture
PB114856-200

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Data collector
Collects and stores energy data from up to 64 field devices, connected to either:
• Ethernet TCP/IP field network.
• Modbus Serial line network (up to 32 devices).
• Embedded digital and analogue inputs.

“Field devices” consist of :

• PowerLogic devices for power and energy monitoring.
• Masterpact or Compact circuit-breakers for protection and monitoring.
• Acti 9 protection devices, meters, remote controlled switches, etc.
• Water, Air, Gas, Electricity, and Steam (WAGES) consumption meters, from specialised
manufacturers, delivering pulses as per standard (see table next page).
• Environmental sensors such as temperatures, humidity, and CO2 levels in a building, providing
analogue information.

Data logging and storage capabilities include:

• Configurable logging interval, from every minute to once a week.
• Data storage duration of several weeks, depending on quantity of collected data.

Data publisher Additional functions

Batches of collected data periodically Gateway
transmitted to an Internet server, as:
If selected by the user, the Com’X 210 can also
• XML files, for processing by EcoStruxure™
make all data from connected devices available
Power Management software products.
in real-time:
• CSV files for viewing in Excel or
• In Modbus TCP/IP format over Ethernet or
transformed for upload into programs such
Wi-Fi.
as EcoStruxure™ Power Monitoring Expert
• For requests by an energy management
or any compatible software.
software.
Data publishing function supports 4 transfer
Modbus packets can be sent from managing
protocols over Ethernet or Wi-Fi:
software to field devices through Modbus serial
• HTTP • FTP
line or Modbus TCP/IP over Ethernet.
• HTTPS • SMTP

Commercial ref. no. Product description

EBX210 Com’X 210 data logger 24 V DC or 230 V AC power supplied

EBXA-ANT-5M Com’X External GPRS antenna

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Com’X 510
A highly flexible plug-and-play Energy Server Com’X 510 collects and stores WAGES consumptions
and environmental parameters such as temperatures, humidity and CO2 levels in a building. The Com’X
510 has up to 2 year data storage and embedded webpages which means all your energy data can be
viewed and managed on-site.

Applications
• All-in-one-box energy management solution especially suitable for buildings up to 10,000 sq. metres
PB114582

EBX510

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The solution for

Energy management solution
All markets that can benefit from a solution that
The data collected and stored by
includes data logger Com’X 510:
Com’X 510 can be processed and
• Buildings displayed through its own onboard
• Industry webpage.

The Com’X 510 also provides a

Benefits transparent interface between Ethernet-
based networks and field devices.
• Data collection from up to 64 field devices
This gateway function supports the
• Data publishing leveraging existing infrastructures : Ethernet use of monitoring software, such as
or Wi-Fi, GPRS-ready EcoStruxure™Power Monitoring Expert
• Quick fitting into electrical switchboards thanks to DIN rail for data collection, trending, event
clipping and profile. management, analysis and further
• Quick setup and configuration thanks to intuitive HMI processing.

Competitive advantages
Conformity of standards
• Fit any PDU or RPP design for both new and retrofit projects
• EN 60950
• Class 1.0 system accuracy
• Ethernet communication

Architecture
PB114856

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Com’X 510 Energy server

Data collector
PB114852

As soon as the data logger is connected to the LAN, it can be detected

and assigned an IP address by DHCP. Your operating system’s DPWS
feature allows your computer to automatically recognise the device as
Com’X. Embedded web pages are then immediately accessible by
clicking each Com’X device icon or by typing the assigned IP address into
your web browser.

Collects and stores energy data from up to 64 field devices, connected to

either:

• Ethernet TCP/IP field network.

• Modbus Serial line network (up to 32 devices).
Energy dashboard comparing accumulated over time • Embedded digital and analogue inputs.
energy values (partial screen)
“Field devices” consist of:
• PowerLogic meters for power and energy monitoring.
• Masterpact, Powerpact, or Compact circuit-breakers for protection
and monitoring.
• Acti 9 protection devices, meters, remote controlled switches, etc.
• Water, Air, Gas, Electricity, and Steam (WAGES) consumption meters,
from specialised manufacturers, delivering pulses as per standard
(see table at end of this document).
• Environmental sensors such as temperatures, humidity, and CO2
levels in a building, providing analogue information.

Data logging and storage capabilities include:

• Data logging period: configurable from every minute to once a week.
• Data storage duration: up to 2 years, depending on quanitity of
collected data.
• Able to set time and send reset instructions to field devices.

Embedded energy management software

The Com’X provides the end-user with immediate visibility into energy
consumption throughout the site. As soon as the Com’X is connected to
the Local Area Network (LAN), several web pages are accessible via any
standard web browser, (without plug-in or additional components).

These web pages display real-time data as it is collected, in easy to

understand tabular and summary formats. In addition, users can get
simple analysis of historical data in bar graph or trending formats.

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Com’X 510 Energy server

Additional functions
PB114327

Data publisher
Batches of collected data can also be periodically transmitted to an
Internet server, as:
• XML files, for processing by EcoStruxure™ Power Management
software products
• CSV files for viewing in Excel or transformed for uploading to
programs such as EcoStruxure™ Power Monitoring Expert or any
compatible software
Energy Server Com'X 510 data logger

Data publishing function supports 4 transfer protocols over Ethernet or

Wi-Fi:
• HTTP
PB114854

• HTTPS
• FTP
• SMTP

Gateway
• If selected by the user, the Com’X 510 can make data from
connected devices available in real time
• In Modbus TCP/IP format over Ethernet or Wi-Fi
• For requests by energy management software
Raw data and measurements from one field device (partial
screen) Modbus packets can be sent from managing software to field devices
through Modbus serial line or Modbus TCP/IP over Ethernet.
PB114853

Commercial reference numbers Description

Com'X 510 energy server 24 V DC power supplied

EBX510
UL rated

EBXA-ANT-5M Com’X External GPRS antenna

EBXA-USB-Zigbee Com’X Zigbee USB interface

Historical trending comparing multiple devices or multiple

topics (partial screen)

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Com’X 210/510 Data Logger

Connectivity
PB112047

• Modbus SL / RS-485 connections to field devices

–– By cable with RJ45 connector.

• 2 Ethernet ports
Connection points
–– Used to either separate upstream connection from field devices network or
1 Terminal block
to daisy chain Ethernet devices.
3 Ethernet port #1
2 RJ45 cable 4 Ethernet port #2 –– RJ45 10/100BASE connectors.
–– Static IP address.
PB114859

• Ethernet port #1
–– Connection to Local Area Network (LAN).
–– PoE Class 3 (802.3af) can act as main/backup power supply for the Com'X.
–– DHCP client.

• Ethernet port # 2
Power supply to analogue and digital inputs –– Connection to field devices.
–– DHCP client or server.

• Power supply to analogue and digital outputs

PB112042

–– Outputs to supply sensors and inputs when Com’X is supplied through 24

V DC input on top:
–– 12 V DC 60 mA for digital inputs.
–– 24 V DC for analogue inputs.
–– Compliant with electrical switchboard environment (temperature,
electromagnetic compatibilty).
GPRS modem

• 2 inputs for analogue sensors

–– PT100 or PT1000 temperature probes.
–– Various sensors (humidity, CO2, etc.) with 0-10 V output.
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–– Various sensors with 4-20 mA output

• 6 inputs for dry contact sensors or pulse counters

–– Max 25 pulses per second (min duration 20 ms)
–– IEC 62053-31 Class A

• GPRS modem
–– For connection to the data processing server through cellular or user's APN
network.
–– Also connect to Schneider Electric's Digital Service Platform.
GPRS antenna –– Especially suitable for sites with no internet access.
–– Simply plugs into dedicated port under the front cover.

• GPRS antenna
–– Improves GPRS signal strength in case of poor transmission conditions.
–– Recommended for Com’X located inside metallic electrical panels.

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Com’X 210/510 setup and configuration

Setup and configuration
Connection to LAN
As soon as they are connected to the LAN, Com’X devices can be detected and assigned an IP
address by DHCP. Your operating system’s DPWS feature allows your computer to automatically
recognise the device as Com’X. Embedded web pages are then immediately accessible by clicking
each Com’X device icon or by typing the assigned IP address into your web browser.

Field device auto-discovery Data selection for logging and publication

The user-activated device discovery function Web page configuration tabs allow you to
automatically identifies all field devices configure, in just a few clicks, which connected
connected to Modbus SL, Ethernet port. field devices collect and publish data.

• Schneider Electric devices display with the • Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting
product image. features
• Other devices appear as “unknown,” • Modbus serial and TCP/IP device statistics.
allowing the user to manually assign a • Ethernet network statistics.
device type. • Communications check wizard.
• User can assign their own device types. • Direct reading of register values from local
• Users can complete additional device and remote devices.
identification fields, such as circuit ID or
building zone.

Additional features and benefits

PB114857

• Cybersecurity - works well with your cyber

security architecture.
• 2 Ethernet ports to separate upstream
cloud connection, or to daisy chain with
other Ethernet devices, from field device
network.
• Data storage in case of communications
failure.
• Local backup of configuration parameters Device settings page (partial), as displayed after auto-
- back up your system to a USB storage discovery, enabling user to assign circuit identifications and
select data for logging and publication.
device and have it available for system
restore or to duplicate the configuration on
another box.

Com’X 210/510 installation

PB118057
PB118056

DIN rail fitting (Front face IP40, terminals IP20).

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Technical specifications
Com’X 210/510 Environment

-25º to 60°C Com’X 210

Operating temperature
-25º to 70°C Com’X 510

Storage temperature -40º to 85°C

GPRS dongle
-20º to 60°C
Operating temperature

GPRS dongle
-40º to 85°C
Storage temperature

Wif-Fi dongle
0º to 50°C
Operating temperature

Wi-Fi dongle
-20º to 80°C
Storage temperature

Humidity 5 to 95 % relative humidity (without condensation) at 55ºC

Pollution Class III

Safety standards / regulation

International (CB scheme) IEC 60950

USA UL 508

USA UL 60950 (Com’X 510 only)

Canada cUL 60950 (Com’X 510 only)

Canada cULus 508

Europe EN 60950

Quality Brands
CE, UL

Power Supply Com’X 210 Com’X 510

AC 100-230 V (+/- 15%)(50-60 Hz) b

DC 24 V (+/- 10%) b b

Power over Ethernet 15.4 W DC b b

Max power 26 W max b b

Mechanical Com’X 210 Com’X 510

IP Front face IP40, terminals IP20 b b

Dimensions (HxWxD) 91 x 144 x 65.8 mm b b

Weight 450 g b b

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