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Generac Power Zone Pro (Sync) via Ethernet

This topic is the install guide for the after-market gateway (part# G0097460) with the universal harness (part# A0006648426) when utilizing the Generac Power Zone Pro® and Power Zone Pro Sync via an Ethernet connection.

Generac Power Zone Pro

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Power Zone Pro Display Panel

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Connect to Power Zone Gateway for programming and Modbus TCP connection.

Generac Power Zone Pro Sync

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Display COMPUTER port can be used for programming and Modbus TCP connection.

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Base controller Ethernet ports can be used for programming.

Modbus Communication Settings and Notes

To confirm port settings, follow the guidelines listed in this section. Settings should correspond to the values provided in the table.

IP:  192.168.3.2

Subnet: 255.255.255.0

DNS:             Leave Blank

Gateway: 192.168.3.100

For firmware version 1.21.9 and prior:

  1. Navigate to Setup>Communications>Modbus Pass Thru.

  2. Modbus TCP Enable and Ignore Unit ID toggles should both be checked.

  3. Confirm that the IP settings correspond to the values in the table.

For firmware version 1.22.1 or newer:

  1. Navigate to Setup>Communications>External Interfaces> Ethernet Built In>Configure>Modbus Gateway >Configure.

  2. Modbus TCP Enable and Ignore Unit ID toggles should both be checked.

  3. Confirm that the IP settings correspond to the values in the table.

If different settings are required, please contact Support.

Equipment Connection Details

Generac Gateway Side Terminations

Description

Harness Wire Color

Equipment Side Terminations

+

DC+

Red

B+

-

DC-

Black

B-

ETH1

Modbus TCP

*CAT5 cable

‘COMPUTER’ /
Ethernet Port

Harness Relay #1

COM

Blue

2-Wire Start

N/O

White / Blue

*included in harness accessory kit.

Gateway Connection Ports

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Gateway Right Panel—GPS antenna and harness I/O connections

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Gateway Left Panel—Cellular antenna, power, serial communication ports, and SIM card slot

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Front panel—ETH1 to be used for Modbus TCP connection.

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