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INSTALLATION

This section provides installation procedures for a WiPS 200 Series wireless network. A wireless network contains a
master transceiver and up to eight remote (i.e. slave) transceivers. I/O Expansion modules provide the network with
additional analog, digital, and pulse I/O capacity. Transceivers and I/O modules are mounted on user-supplied DIN
rail by the installer. Accessories include antennas (omnidirectional and directional as needed), low-loss antenna
cables, connector adapters, voltage transient suppression adapters, and power supplies.
A sample installation is shown in Figure 1. It shows a DIN-rail mounted transceiver and two I/O modules located in
a NEMA 4X rated enclosure. Note the use of a single-point ground system to prevent undesired ground loop
currents. Installation of user-supplied DIN rail and transceiver and I/O modules is discussed later in this section.
The highly directional Yagi antenna, shown below, is used when data transmission over longer distances is
necessary. An omnidirectional whip antenna is used for shorter distances and when a circular radiation pattern is
desired, often due to the wide physical distribution of remote transceivers. Regardless of antenna type, a surge
arrestor is highly recommended, particularly in out-of-doors installations, to protect the connected transceiver from
very large voltages induced by lightning strikes and other electromagnetic events.
Grounding
Cable & Rod
Used with
a non-
conductive
structure
(wood pole).
Single
Point
Ground
May 2007
Directional Yagi antenna and mounting hardware shown.
Omnidirectional antennas also available.
Cable
(LMR400)
Optional pigtail
adapter - Type-N
to MCX
Optional COAXTRAB
surge arrester - type-N
connectors
Figure 1 Sample Installation
DIN Rail with Transceiver, I/O Expansion
Modules and Logo power supply.
ON
User-Supplied
OFF
NEMA 4X Enclosure
with Operator
Controls
IGWiPS200-1
Signal and data
wiring to PLC
or field devices
AC Power
to Logo
power supply
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