Industrial Automation Tech Note
Abstract:
This document explains how to get Crimson 3.1 to talk to using the Cumulocity Connector Platform on Red Lion's DA50A. It assumes a basic knowledge of Crimson and its operation. For more details on the Crimson Cloud Connectors, please consult the Crimson User Manual.
Use Case: Cumulocity Connector
Transferring tag data using Cumulocity IoT Platform.
Optional Crimson Database sample file:
For testing purposes, a sample demo database file is being provided to assist you with configuration of the scenario outlined within this document.
This database may be downloaded via the url/link below:
https://support.hms-networks.com/hc/article_attachments/27221350517010
Setting up a device on a Cumulocity account
Define Device ID used in automatic mode as shown in the screenshot below:
You may be prompted to wait for the Device Authentication request to complete as shown below:
Preparing tags in Crimson software
Credential configuration
String type, retentive, 64 bytes length
Communication status
Configure the numeric type as multi-state as shown below:
Communication settings
Authentication and status configuration
Configure the credential mode to Automatic -> this is stored in the corresponding tag as soon as authentication is accepted.
Defining the desired data sets
Simply drag and drop the desired tags as shown below:
Note - Up to 30 data sets with different update modes may be defined above.
Cumulocity device acceptance confirmation
Authentication request detected.
Authentication request accepted
Note, this process may take a few minutes due to the connection attempt cycle.
Disclaimer
It is the customer's responsibility to review the advice provided herein and its applicability to the system. Red Lion makes no representation about specific knowledge of the customer's system or the specific performance of the system. Red Lion is not responsible for any damage to equipment or connected systems. The use of this document is at your own risk. Red Lion standard product warranty applies.
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