IFE Interface

Introduction

Overview

The IFE interface enables an intelligent modular unit (IMU) with a ComPacT, PowerPacT or MasterPacT circuit breaker to be connected to an Ethernet network. Each circuit breaker has its own IFE interface and a corresponding IP address.

Types of IFE Interface

There are two types of the IFE interface:

IFE Ethernet interface for one circuit breaker, with part number LV434001

This type of IFE interface is an Ethernet interface for ComPacT, PowerPacT and MasterPacT circuit breakers.

NOTE: The IFE interface with part number LV434001 completely replaces the IFE interface with part number LV434010. The LV434001 comes with the real time clock (RTC) feature and allows ULP connections up to 20 m (65.6 ft) with the MasterPacT MTZ circuit breakers (LV434010 had a theoretical limitation of 5 m (16.4 ft) over the life of the IFE interface).
IFE Ethernet switchboard server, with part number LV434002

This type of IFE interface is an Ethernet interface for ComPacT, PowerPacT, and MasterPacT circuit breakers and a server for Modbus-SL (serial line) connected devices.

NOTE: The IFE server with part number LV434002 completely replaces the IFE server with part number LV434011. The LV434002 comes with the real time clock (RTC) feature and allows ULP connections up to 20 m (65.6 ft) with the MasterPacT MTZ circuit breakers (LV434011 had a theoretical limitation of 5 m (16.4 ft) over the life of the IFE interface).

IFE Interface Features

The main features of IFE interface are:

Dual Ethernet port for simple daisy chain connection
Device profile web service for discovery of the IFE interface on the local area network (LAN)
ULP compliant for location of the IFE interface in the switchboard
Ethernet interface for ComPacT, PowerPacT and MasterPacT circuit breakers
Server for Modbus-SL connected devices (only for the IFE server with the part number LV434002)
Embedded setup webpages
Embedded monitoring webpages
Embedded control webpages
Built-in email alarm notification for circuit breaker connected to IFE interface.

NOTE: The built-in switch of IFE interface does not support the ring topology as it does not have the feature of the loop back protection.

Hardware Description

Description

A	Ethernet 1 and Ethernet 2 RJ45 communication ports
B	24 Vdc power supply terminal block
C	QR code to product information
D	Ethernet communication LEDs
E	Module status LED
F	Network status LED
G	Sealable transparent cover
H	Reset button
I	ULP status LED
J	Test button (accessible even with closed cover)
K	Locking pad
L	Modbus traffic status LED (IFE server only)
M	Device name label
N	Two RJ45 ULP ports
O	Grounding connection

For information on installation, consult the instruction sheet available on the Schneider Electric website: QGH13473.

Mounting

The IFE interface mounts on a DIN rail. The stacking accessory enables the connection of several IFM interfaces to an IFE server without additional wiring.

NOTE: The stacking feature is available only for the IFE server with the part number LV434002.

24 Vdc Power Supply

The IFE interface must always be supplied with 24 Vdc. The power to the IFM interfaces stacked to an IFE server are supplied by the IFE server and it is not necessary to supply power to them separately.

It is recommended to use an UL listed and recognized limited voltage/limited current or a class 2 power supply with a 24 Vdc, 3 A maximum.

NOTE: For 24 Vdc power supply connection, use copper conductors only.

Ethernet Communication LEDs

The Ethernet communication dual color LEDs, indicate the status of the Ethernet ports ETH1 and ETH2.

LED Indication	Status Description
OFF	No power or no link
Steady yellow	10 Mbps, link established, and no activity
Blinking yellow	10 Mbps, ongoing activity
Steady green	100 Mbps, link established, and no activity
Blinking green	100 Mbps, ongoing activity

Module Status LED

The module status dual color LED, indicates the IFE interface status.

LED Indication	Status Description	Action
OFF	No power	None
Steady green	IFE interface operational	None
Blinking green (250 ms ON, 250 ms OFF)	Hidden control webpage available	None
Blinking green (500 ms ON, 500 ms OFF)	IFE interface firmware corrupted	Contact your local Schneider Electric service team for support.
Blinking red (500 ms ON, 500 ms OFF)	IFE interface in degraded mode	Replace ULP module at the next maintenance operation.
Steady red	IFE interface out of service	None
Blinking green/red (1 s green, 1 s red)	Firmware update in progress	None
Blinking green/red (250 ms green, 250 ms red)	Self-test in progress	None

Network Status LED

The network status dual color LED, indicates the Ethernet network status.

LED Indication	Status Description
OFF	No power or no IP address
Steady green	Valid IP address
Steady red	Duplicated IP address
Blinking green/red (250 ms green, 250 ms red)	Self-test in progress
Steady amber	Error in IP configuration

Modbus Serial Line Traffic LED

The Modbus serial line traffic yellow LED, indicates that the traffic is being transmitted or received over the Modbus serial line network through the IFE server.

The LED is ON during the transmission and reception of the messages. The LED is OFF otherwise.

NOTE: The LED is OFF on the IFE interface (part number LV434001).

Modbus Address

The IFE interface accepts the Modbus address of the IMU to which it is connected.

The Modbus address is 255 and cannot be changed.

Locking Pad

The locking pad on the front panel of the IFE interface enables or disables the ability to send the remote control commands over the Ethernet network to the IFE interface, and to the other modules of the IMU.

If the arrow points to the open padlock (factory setting), remote control commands are enabled.
If the arrow points to the closed padlock, remote control commands are disabled.

The only remote control command that is enabled even if the arrow points to the closed padlock, is the set absolute time command.

Test Button

The test button has two functions, according to the duration of the button pressed.

Time Range	Function
1–5 s	Tests the connection between all the ULP modules for 15 s.
10–15 s	Activates the hidden configuration mode. NOTE: The hidden configuration is not activated if the button is pressed for more than 15 s.

Reset Button

When the reset button is pressed for 1–5 s, it forces the IP acquisition mode to the factory default setting (DHCP).

ULP Status LED

The yellow ULP status LED describes the mode of the ULP module.

ULP LED	Mode	Action
	Nominal	None
	Conflict	Remove extra ULP module
	Degraded	Replace ULP module at the next maintenance operation
	Test	None
	Non-critical firmware discrepancy	Use EcoStruxure Power Commission software to check the firmware and hardware compatibility and follow the recommended actions
	Non-critical hardware discrepancy
	Configuration discrepancy	Install missing features
	Critical firmware discrepancy	Use EcoStruxure Power Commission software to check the firmware and hardware compatibility and follow the recommended actions
	Critical hardware discrepancy
	Stop	Replace ULP module
	Power OFF	Check power supply

Schematics with PowerPacT H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breakers

General Description

Depending on the configuration of the PowerPacT H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breaker, connect the IFE interface to the circuit breaker using one of the following configurations:

Connection of the IFE interface to the MicroLogic trip unit
Connection of the IFE interface to the BSCM module
Connection of the IFE interface to the BSCM module and to the MicroLogic trip unit

For more information, refer to the ULP System User Guide.

ULP Connection

NOTICE
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Never connect an Ethernet device to a RJ45 ULP port. The RJ45 ULP ports of IFE interface are for ULP modules only. Any other use can damage the IFE interface or the device connected to the IFE interface. To check if a ULP module is compatible with the RJ45 ULP ports of IFE interface, refer to the ULP System User Guide. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

NOTICE

HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

Never connect an Ethernet device to a RJ45 ULP port.
The RJ45 ULP ports of IFE interface are for ULP modules only.
Any other use can damage the IFE interface or the device connected to the IFE interface.
To check if a ULP module is compatible with the RJ45 ULP ports of IFE interface, refer to the ULP System User Guide.