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- Page 1 RODUCT ANUAL ZXT9-IO-222R2 ZXT24-IO-222R2 Manual Documentation Number: ZXTx-IO-x-2310m...
- Page 2 Zlinx Xtreme I/O Documentation Number: Zlinx Xtreme IO This product was designed and manufactured in Ottawa, Illinois USA Using domestic and imported parts by International Headquarters B&B Electronics Mfg. Co. Inc. 707 Dayton Road Ottawa, IL 61350 USA Phone: (815) 433-5100 General Fax: (815) 433-5105 Website: www.bb-elec.com European Headquarters...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ONTENTS OVERVIEW ..................................... 1 .................................. 1 RODUCT VERVIEW ................................... 1 REREQUISITES ................................1 AFETY NFORMATION ..............................1 NSTALLATION NFORMATION ................................. 1 BOUT THIS MANUAL I/O P ...................... - Page 4 4.2.4 AO Wiring ..................................24 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ..............................25 ..........................25 LINX ANAGER OFTWARE VERVIEW ............................25 OMPUTER YSTEM EQUIREMENTS ® M ..........................25 NSTALLING LINX ANAGER OFTWARE USB D ...............................
- Page 5 APPENDIX B: PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..........................54 APPENDIX C: EXPECTED LATENCY ............................56 APPENDIX D: MODBUS I/O ASSIGNMENTS ..........................57 APPENDIX E: ZLINX XTREME I/O MODELS AND FEATURES ....................58 APPENDIX F: CONVERT VOLTAGE/CURRENT TO DAC ......................59 ...
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Page 7: Overview
Overview Thank you for purchasing a Zlinx Xtreme I/O product! This product has been manufactured to the highest standards of quality and performance to ensure your complete satisfaction. Product Overview Zlinx Xtreme I/O is an, outdoor rated industrial grade wireless product. Its IP67 rating along with wide temperature ratings make it suitable for monitoring and controlling remote analog and discrete devices without the need for a separate enclosure resulting in costs and space savings. - Page 8 Overview Table of Contents The table of contents is hypertext linked in the electronic documentation. This allows rapid navigation to each chapter. Overview Overview section gives a general information on product standards compliance, prerequisites and safety information. Product Introduction This section covers the Zlinx Xtreme I/O models, package contents, modes of operation, IO types and characteristics and User Interface components main features of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O products.
- Page 9 Overview Modbus I/O Register Mapping This section explains the Modbus register mappings when I/O modules are communicating to a Modbus master (PLC/SCADA/etc.) through a radio modem. Convert Voltage / Current to DAC Analog to Digital conversation for voltage and current I/Os are explained. RF Basics This section offers a good description of Proprietary Radio Frequency communication.
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Page 10: Zlinx Xtreme I/O Product Specification Summary
Overview Zlinx Xtreme I/O Product Specification Summary Need to get an analog or a digital signal across a highway or river? Or just to the other end of your big warehouse? Zlinx Xtreme I/O can do the job faster, easier, and less expensively than stringing cable. Easy plug-and-play set-up saves installation and maintenance time. -
Page 11: Product Introduction
ZXT24-IO-222R2 2.4 GHz, Short range, IP67 I/O module (2 Analog In, 2 Analog Out, 2 Digital In, 2 Relay Out) ZXT9-IO-222R2 900 MHz, Long range, IP67 I/O module (2 Analog In, 2 Analog Out, 2 Digital In, 2 Relay Out) -
Page 12: Zlinx Xtreme I/O Modes Of Operation
2 analog input, 2 analog output, 2 digital input and 2 digital output I/O modules or a pair of 4 digital input and 4 digital output modules can be configured in peer-to-peer mode. A pair of the following I/O modules is suitable for Peer-to-Peer configuration: ZXT9-IO-222R2 ZXT24-IO-222R2 In this mode one Module is configured as a Master and the other as a Slave. -
Page 13: Modbus I/O Mode
Product Introduction 2.3.2 Modbus I/O Mode In Modbus mode, the Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules shall be configured as Modbus Slaves and can be controlled and monitored by a Modbus RTU Master (such as a PLC, SCADA, HMI, etc). A serial radio modem acts as a data pipe & has to be connected to the Modbus master through its serial port. -
Page 14: I/O Types And Characteristics
Product Introduction I/O Types and Characteristics The analog inputs, analog outputs and digital inputs are not isolated. They share the same common within the module. Digital outputs are isolated through relay contacts. 2.4.1 Digital / Pulse Inputs Digital Inputs can detect the status of discrete control devices, contact closures, transistor switches or on/off DC voltage signals (low or high logic levels). -
Page 15: User Interface Components
Product Introduction User Interface Components RSSI LEDs Mode LEDs I/O Status LEDs Wireless & Power LEDs Figure 2-4 External View of Zlinx Xtreme I/O module Configuration USB Port Pushbutton Power & I/O Terminals Figure 2-6 Internal View of Zlinx Xtreme I/O module The external and internal view of the I/O modules is shown as above. -
Page 16: Radio Signal Strength Indicator (Rssi) Leds
Product Introduction 2.5.1 Radio Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) LEDs The Signal Strength LEDs provide an indication of the signal strength of the received radio signal. 8 Green LEDs in a bar graph format show the signal strength from Weak to Strong. The table below explains the RSSI LEDs: LEDs Number Signal Strength turned ON... -
Page 17: Power & I/O Terminals
Product Introduction The following default settings established when the mode is changed: ZXT24-IO-222R2 ZXT9-IO-222R2 Peer-to-Peer master mode Radio Network: 0x0c 0x00 Radio ID Number: 0x11 0x11 Radio Output Power: (4) 63mw (4) 1w Number of Retries: AES Security: Disabled Disabled... -
Page 18: Hardware Installation
Electrical Installation Recommended Practice Before Installation Before installing a new system, it is recommended to bench test the complete system and make sure the modules function satisfactorily. Refer to appropriate sections for your setup in Chapter 8 for reference. In actual installations, poor communications can be caused by: Incorrectly installed antennas. -
Page 19: Dimensional Information
Hardware Dimensional Information The dimensional information with mounting holes is shown below. Figure 3-1 Dimensional Information Mounting Options The Zlinx Xtreme I/O module can be panel or machine mounted. The module can be mounted with or without the optional mounting ears. 3.4.1 Without the mounting ears The Zlinx Xtreme can be mounted on a back panel or a machine by removing the top lid. -
Page 20: Cabling Options
Electrical Installation Figure 3-2 Mounting Ear dimensions Cabling Options The Zlinx Xtreme module has two holes of 0.875” diameter for cable installation. Cable gland or conduit mounting is possible. A cable gland and conduit hub are included as accessories. Unused hole must be plugged by the supplied membrane gland in order to maintain IP67 rating. -
Page 21: Conduit Installation
¼ wave dipole with an Omni directional pattern and vertical polarization. It is recommended that your I/O product be mounted with the antenna on the top, perpendicular with the horizon Figure 3-6 ZXT9-IO-222R2 Supplied Antenna Manual Documentation Number: ZXTx-IO-x-2310m... -
Page 22: Ghz Supplied Antenna
Electrical Installation Antenna Specifications: Impedance: 50Ω Connector: RPSMA Female VSWR: 2.0 Max (in band) Gain : 3.0 dBi Polarization: Vertical Part Number: ZXT9-ANT1 2.4 GHz Supplied Antenna: Your Zlinx Xtreme 2.4 GHz product comes supplied with a “rubber duck” antenna which can be articulated up to 90 degrees. Then antenna is a ¼... -
Page 23: High Gain Omni Antenna
Hardware 3.5.5.1 High Gain Omni Antenna An Omni-directional antenna is an antenna system which radiates power uniformly in one plane with a directive pattern shape in a perpendicular plane. This pattern is often described as "donut shaped". Omni-directional antenna can be used to link multiple directional antennas in outdoor point-to-multipoint communication. -
Page 24: High Gain Yagi Antenna
Electrical Installation FG24008 – High Gain Omni Directional (2.4 GHz) For Use With: ZXT24 radios (2.4 GHz) Impedance: 50Ω Connector: N Female VSWR – 1.5:1 Max (in band) Gain – 8 dBi Polarization – Vertical Length – 24.5 inches Mounting Brackets (Sold Separately) – FM2 3.5.5.2 High Gain Yagi Antenna A Yagi-Uda Antenna, commonly known simply as a Yagi antenna or Yagi, is a directional antenna system consisting of an... -
Page 25: Antenna Cables& Connectors
Hardware YS89612 – High Gain Yagi (900 MHz) - For Use With: ZXT9-RM (900 MHz) Impedance: 50 Ω Connector: N Female VSWR – 1.5:1(in band) Gain – 11 dBi Polarization – Vertical Length – 49 in Mounting Brackets – Included YS24008 –... -
Page 26: Lightning Arrestors
Electrical Installation Figure 3-15 LMR195 Cable Cross Section Figure 3-16 LMR100 Cable Cross Section Along with the cable, a proper connector must be chosen. The I/O module uses an RPSMA Male (plug) connector. The optional high gain antenna has an N type Female connector. Therefore, an antenna cable that has a RPSMA Female jack at the module end and a N type Male connector at the antenna end the must be chosen. -
Page 27: Ip67 Power Supply
Hardware 3.5.5.5 IP67 Power Supply Figure 3-17 IP67 Power Supply An optional IP67 power supply (p/n: CLG-60-24) is available suitable for outdoor applications. The Power Supply Specifications: Input Voltage: 90 ~ 295 Vac Output Voltage: 24 Vdc Rated Power: 60 W Env. -
Page 28: Electrical Installation
ZXT24-IO-222R2: Type: 1.7W Max: 4.5W ZXT9-IO-222R2: Type: 2.1W Max: 6.8W An optional IP67 power supply shown in Section 3.5.5.5 may be used. Connect the positive and negative power leads to the Power In(+) and Power In (-) terminals on the terminal block. -
Page 29: I/O Wiring
Electrical Installation I/O Wiring The I/O module has the following options, PNP/NPN for digital I/Os and voltage/current for analog I/Os. The follow the wiring recommendations help the user to connect the devices to the I/O module. 4.2.1 DI Wiring The digital inputs are software configurable for PNP (sourcing) and NPN (sinking) connections. Each Input selection can be independent of the other I/Os. -
Page 30: Do (Relay) Wiring
Electrical Installation 4.2.2 DO (Relay) Wiring Common, NO (normally open) and NC (normally closed) contacts of the relays are brought to terminals for wiring. The following diagram shows typical connection wiring for relay outputs: (b) NC Connection V+ / Line Light V- / Neutral... -
Page 31: Software Installation
Software Installation Zlinx Manager Software Overview Zlinx Manager Software is supplied along with the module in a CD. The software must be installed in a PC and launched to change the configuration of the wireless I/O module. Computer System Requirements The Zlinx Manager software requires the following computer hardware and operating systems: A PC with one USB port available.. -
Page 32: Installing Usb Drivers
Software Installation Figure 5-2 Installation Completion Screen Installing USB Drivers The USB drivers will automatically be installed when the software is installed. If the "Add New Hardware" wizard appears when the hardware is attached, the USB drivers are available in the "USB Drivers" folder on the CD-ROM. Establishing Connection to PC To connect Zlinx Xtreme I/O to a PC: Open the front cover of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O module... -
Page 33: Starting Zlinx I/O Configuration Software
Software Installation Starting Zlinx I/O Configuration Software From the Windows Start menu, start the Zlinx Manager software. Zlinx Manager is common for both the I/O Module Configuration and the Radio Modem configuration. The default path is: Programs/B&B Electronics/Zlinx/Zlinx Manager/Zlinx Manager Zlinx Manager Screen opens offering navigation to Zlinx Manager or Radio Modem Manager. - Page 34 Software Installation Fig 5.6 I/O Module Discovery Window During the scan the Progress box displays information about the scanning process. The bar graph near the bottom of the window indicates progress. If the device is not found, the Progress box displays: “The device was not found on any serial port.”...
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Page 35: I/O Configuration Options
Software Installation The I/O Configuration Menu contains: Three tabbed panes: Information, Configuration, and Input/Output. A Help sidebar containing information and hints related to the current tab. If the sidebar is not visible enable it by going to Help > Sidebar. A graphic display of the I/O Modules discovered. -
Page 36: Configuration & Operation
Xtreme Module Transmit Power Selectable RF OTA Data Rate AES Encryption ZXT24-IO-222R2 (SR) 128 BIT ZXT9-IO-222R2 (LR) 256 BIT Fig 6-1 Transmit Power vs. OTA and AES Encryption for radios Manual Documentation Number: ZXTx-IO-x-2310m... -
Page 37: Transmit Power
Xtreme Module Power Selections Factory Default ZXT24-IO-222R2 10mW, 16mW, 25mW, 40mW, 63mW 63mW ZXT9-IO-222R2 1mW, 10mW, 100mW, 500mW, 1000mW 1000mW Fig 6-3 Transmit Power Ranges 6.1.1.2 Channel Number Set the Channel Number field to match the channel used by the device with which it will communicate. -
Page 38: Network Identifier
Modbus or Peer-to-Peer modes. The default value of the Repeater field is unchecked. NOTE: Repeater Mode can only be implemented on the ZXT9-IO-222R2 Xtreme I/O Modules. 6.1.1.5 RF Data Rate 900 MHz Xtreme Modules allow you to configure the over-the-air RF Data Rate. Using 9600 baud on these modules increases the effective range of the module. -
Page 39: Aes Encription
Configuration & Operation 6.1.1.6 AES Encryption The following AES Encryption options are available Disabled – Select this option if you do not desire to encrypt your network. Check the Disable option and press the Update button on the bottom of the screen. Hexadecimal Key - Select this option if you desire to use a hexadecimal stream to encrypt your network. - Page 40 Configuration & Operation If you are using a Text key, the key can be updated in two ways: Copy Text Key (a) Select Text Key (b) If a key is displayed in the Key Box, delete it. (c) Open the file generated in 6.c above (d) Copy the key by using your mouse and left mouse button to highlight all of the characters.
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Page 41: Modbus Mode Settings
Configuration & Operation Figure 36 shows the Zlinx Radio Modem configuration screen. Click the ATKY Set button (for SR models, the ATEE command also needs to be set to 1). The Set Hex String box will appear. Copy the key generated for the I/O module above into the box. 6.1.2 Modbus Mode Settings When configured as a wireless Modbus node, Zlinx Xtreme I/O communicates with a Modbus RTU Master connected to a Zlinx Wireless Modbus Modem and provides remote I/O functionality. -
Page 42: Modbus I/O Addressing
Configuration & Operation 6.1.3 Modbus I/O Addressing In Modbus mode, Digital and Analog Input information from the Zlinx Xtreme I/O inputs is stored in the Zlinx Xtreme I/O memory in Modbus format and sent across the link to the Modbus modem. Digital and Analog Output information is sent from the Modbus modem to the Zlinx Xtreme I/O in Modbus format, which set the outputs to the desired states/levels. -
Page 43: Digital Inputs
Configuration & Operation 6.1.3.2.2 Digital Inputs There are 2 digital inputs available in the I/O modules and their addressing is as follows: Modbus Memory Digital Outputs Address Digital Input 1 10001 Digital Input 2 10002 Fig 6-9 Digital Input Memory Table When a digital input is ON, the I/O module sets the corresponding Modbus register as a ‘1’. - Page 44 Configuration & Operation The table below show the Modbus register mapping for Frequency and Counter Inputs: Frequency / Counter Data Modbus Memory Address DI1 - Frequency 40003 DI1 – Counter LS Register 40004 DI1 – Counter MS Register 40005 DI2 - Frequency 40006 DI2 –...
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Page 45: Modbus I/O Addressing
Configuration & Operation 6.1.3.3 Modbus I/O Addressing The following examples show how the Modbus addressing works especially when viewed from a Modbus Master: In general, Modbus protocol allows two types of I/O addressing: implied and extended. However, Zlinx Xtreme I/Os support implied I/O addressing only and uses HEX format. -
Page 46: Peer-To-Peer Slave
Configuration & Operation The Retry Count box contains the number of attempts that will be made to communicate with the Slave device before the module indicates communication has been lost. Lost communication is indicated by the Power LED’s blinking. The default value of 10 is usually satisfactory. -
Page 47: Input/Output Settings
Configuration & Operation To configure the Zlinx Xtreme I/O Xtreme Module for Peer-to-Peer Slave Mode: Select the Configuration tab. Select the Peer-to-Peer Slave option button. Set the Peer-to-Peer Slave address from 1 to 255. Please note the Peer-to-Peer Master address must also match. Communication Failure Timeout. -
Page 48: Digital (Relay) Output Configuration
Configuration & Operation For Exception Reporting, refer to Section 6.1.6. 6.1.5.2 Digital (Relay) Output Configuration Select the Digital (Relay) Output to be configured. Select communication ‘Fail Safe’ condition if necessary. Digital (Relay) Output 1 can be selected to indicate communication failure by selecting the check box. The high or low level selection is user configurable for the communication failure condition. -
Page 49: Analog Output Configuration
Configuration & Operation Fig 6-18 Analog Input Configuration 6.1.5.4 Analog Output Configuration Select the Analog Output to be configured. Select the required Analog Mode (0 to 10 or 0 to 5 VDC, or 0 to 20 or 4 to 20 mA). Set the value of the analog output on a communications fail safe condition For Calibration of the analog output, refer to the section 6.1.7. -
Page 50: Exception Reporting
Configuration & Operation 6.1.6 Exception Reporting This feature provides the ability of reporting possible problems on input devices (AIs and DIs). It is applicable to Modbus mode only. For Analog Inputs exception reports will be periodically sent if an input goes outside the low and high thresholds. Once an input enters the exception state, it must become greater than the low threshold plus the dead band value or less than the high threshold minus the dead band value in order to come out of the exception state. -
Page 51: Calibration
Configuration & Operation Analog Input-2 High Byte Analog Input-2 Low Byte Analog Input-3 High Byte Analog Input-3 Low Byte Analog Input-4 High Byte Analog Input-4 Low Byte Checksum High Checksum Low To set the option of Exception Reporting, go to the Digital Input Configuration Screen or Analog Input Configuration Screen as appropriate. -
Page 52: Zlinx I/O Monitor
Configuration & Operation To set Calibration for Analog Outputs: Enter a value in the Reference text box. Click the Set Current value button. Supply power to the device. Measure the output value and enter the measured value in the Acquired text box. Values will be filled in automatically in the calibration field. -
Page 53: Saving The Configuration
Configuration & Operation Fig 6-22 Zlinx Xtreme I/O Monitor NOTE: Monitor doesn’t show the inverted values for the DO’s if such option is enabled. 6.1.9 Saving the Configuration When all configuration settings are complete, click the Update button to save them in the Zlinx Xtreme I/O Module. After pressing the Update button the Configuration Manager switches to the Information tab. - Page 54 Configuration & Operation Fig 6-23 Firmware Updater Caution Dialog Box Select the USB COM port from the Connection drop down list. Click Connect. Re-apply power to the Zlinx Xtreme I/O Module. The Power LED should go on and stay on. The Zlinx Xtreme I/O Firmware Updater window opens and displays a list of the Xtreme Modules.
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Page 55: Diagnostics And Testing
Configuration & Operation Diagnostics and Testing Most problems are related to incorrect configuration, or radio path problems. Before performing final installation of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules, bench test the functionality first. If it does not work properly in this test, it will not work properly installed. If problems are found, check wiring and software configurations. -
Page 56: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section is designed to help you answer some of the more common questions asked regarding installation and configuration of Zlinx Xtreme I/O. Problem Causes and Resolutions Power LED is not on Insure that power connections to the Xtreme Module are properly connected and correct power voltage and current is applied. -
Page 57: Testing Di
Troubleshooting 7.1.1 Testing DI On System-1 connect one side of the switch to the DI on the Zlinx Xtreme I/O device and the other side of the switch to high or ground depending on PNP or NPN configuration (see Figure 7-2). The LED corresponding to the DI should be ON (b) NPN (Sinking) Input Wiring with Internal Power Supply Figure 7-2 Digital Input (Sourcing driver) wiring... -
Page 58: Testing Ao In "Voltage" Mode
Troubleshooting 7.1.4 Testing AO in “Voltage” Mode To test an Analog Output in “voltage” mode the following can be performed. Refer to “Appendix E: Zlinx Xtreme I/O Models and Features” for the list of Analog Output modules. On the corresponding Zlinx Xtreme I/O device on System-1 connect an AO to a voltmeter as shown in the figure below (Fig 7-5). -
Page 59: Appendix A: Default Configuration Settings
Appendix A: Default Configuration Settings ZXT24-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules, 63mW, Power Setting: ZXT9-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules, 1000mW 0x0C for ZXT24-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules Wireless Channel 0x00 for ZXT9-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules Number: 0x00 for ZXT24-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules Wireless Network ID: 0x11 for ZXT9-IO-222R2 Xtreme Modules Not selected... -
Page 60: Appendix B: Product Specifications
Up to 300 ft indoors / 1 mile outdoors (Line Of Sight) ZXT24-IO-222R2 (SR) Option: Up to 3000 ft indoors / 14 miles outdoors (Line Of Sight) ZXT9-IO-222R2 (LR) Option: For 2.4 GHz models: 4.25 inch Omni-directional rubber duck Antennas: antenna. - Page 61 250 VAC @ 4A, 30 VDC @ 4A Ratings: ZXT24-IO-222R2 (SR) = 4.5W Max Power Consumption: ZXT9-IO-222R2 (LR) = 6.8W -40 to 74ºC (-40 to 165 º F) Operating Temperature: -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) Storage Temperature: 0 to 90% R.H.
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Page 62: Appendix C: Expected Latency
Assumptions: No RF retries. Units were less than 3 feet apart during the testing in a clean RF environment. Modbus Mode Reading Inputs Setting Outputs ZXT24-IO-222R2 ZXT9-IO-222R2 ZXT24-IO-222R2 ZXT9-IO-222R2 126 mS 164 mS 68 mS 69 mS Peer-to-Peer Mode... -
Page 63: Appendix D: Modbus I/O Assignments
Appendix D: Modbus I/O Assignments 00001-00112 Discrete Digital Outputs Modbus function codes supported are: Function 1: Read DO Status Function 2: Read DI’s Function 3: Read AO Status Function 4: Read AI’s Function 5: Write to Single DO (firmware v2.0 or higher) Function 6: Write to Single AO Function 15: Write to Multi DO’s 00001-00002 Discrete Digital Outputs /Relays... -
Page 64: Appendix E: Zlinx Xtreme I/O Models And Features
Model Number Module Type Frequency/Range 2AI, 2AO, 2DI, 2.4 GHz, short ZXT24-IO-222R2 Base range (relay DO’s) 2AI, 2AO, 2DI, 900 MHz, long ZXT9-IO-222R2 Base/Repeater range (relay DO’s) Compatible Radio Modems Zlinx Xtreme I/O Radio Modem Description Xtreme Module Model Model 2.4 GHz RS-232/422/485 radio... -
Page 65: Appendix F: Convert Voltage/Current To Dac
Appendix F: Convert Voltage/Current to DAC In Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules, analog inputs are 16 bit and analog outputs are 12 bit. The Modbus register scaling for the analog inputs and outputs for different selections are shown below: Analog Output (0-10 VDC Selection): Voltage Full Range = 0-10VDC DAC full range is 4096 counts as AO’s are 12Bit (0-4095 range), 4096 Holding Register Value to Send = Voltage Desired * 4096 / 10... - Page 66 Appendix F: Convert Voltage/Current to DAC Input Register Value = Actual Voltage * 65536 / 5 (ex) Input register value for 2.5V = 2.5 * 65536 / 5 = 32768 Analog Input (0-20 mA Selection): Voltage Full Range = 0-20 mA DAC full range is 65536 counts as AI’s are 16 Bit (0-65,535 range), 65,536 Input Register Value = Actual Current * 65536 / 20 (ex) Input register value for 10 mA = 10 * 65536 / 20 = 32768...
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Page 67: Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics
Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics This section summarizes changes made in current product version. What is dBm? Radio Frequency (RF) power is measured in milli-Watts (mW) or, more usually in a logarithmic scale of decibels (dB), or decibels referenced to 1 mW of power (dBm). Since RF power attenuates as a logarithmic function, the dBm scale is most useful. -
Page 68: Fade Margin
Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics Typically the noise floor will be lower than the receive sensitivity of your radio, so it will not be a factor in your system design. If, however, you’re in an environment where high degrees of RF noise may exist in your frequency band, then use the noise floor figures instead of radio receive sensitivity in your calculations. -
Page 69: Path Loss Rules Of Thumb
Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics Radio manufacturers advertise “line of sight” range figures. Line of sight means that, from antenna A, you can see antenna B. Being able to see the building that antenna B is in does not count as line of sight. For every obstacle in the path, de-rate the “line of sight”... - Page 70 Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics Cable Types Frequency RG-58U* LMR-400* 900 MHz 1.6 dB 0.4 dB 2.4 GHz 2.8 dB 0.7 dB *Loss per 10 feet (3 meters) of cable length Figure G-2 Attenuation figures While long cable runs to an antenna create signal loss, the benefit of elevating the antenna another 25 feet (7.6 m) can more than compensate for those lost dB.
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Page 71: Appendix H: Transmit Power - Dbm To Mw Conversion
Appendix G: Radio Frequency Basics Manual Documentation Number: ZXTx-IO-x-2310m ···············································... -
Page 72: Glossary
Glossary Analog to digital converter. Analog Input (AI) An analog input is a measurable electrical signal with a defined range that is generated by a sensor and received by a controller. The analog input changes continuously in a definable manner in relation to the measured property. Analog Output (AO) An analog output is a measurable electrical signal with a defined range that is generated by a controller and sent to a controlled device, such as a variable speed drive or actuator. - Page 73 Glossary Pt100 Platinum 100 Resistance thermometers, also called resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), are temperature sensors that exploit the predictable change in electrical resistance of some materials with changing temperature. As they are almost invariably made of platinum, they are often called platinum resistance thermometers (PRTs). They are slowly replacing the use of thermocouples in many industrial applications below 600 °C, due to higher accuracy and repeatability.
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Page 74: Index
Index AC, 24 AO, 14 Xtreme Module, 14 Configuration Box, 15 Cu 10, 46 DC, 24 DCE, 25 DI, 14 DIN, 27 DO, 14 LED, 24 LOS, 28 LR, 14 Modbus map, 21 Modbus Mode, 5 Modes of Operation, 4 Peer-to-Peer Mode, 4 PLC, 16 Pt100, 46...
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