Nexus
10.1: Hardware Overview
All Nexus® External Output modules have the following components:
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Female RS485 Side Port: use to connect to another module's male RS485 side port.
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Male RS485 Side Port: use to connect to the Nexus® meter's Port 4 or to another module's
female RS485 side port. See Figure 10.2 for wiring detail.
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Output Port: used for functions specific to the type of module; size and pin configuration vary
depending on type of module.
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Reset Button: Press and hold for three seconds to reset the module's baud rate to 57600 and its
address to 247 for 30 seconds.
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LEDs: when flashing, signal that the module is functioning.
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Mounting Brackets (MBIO): used to secure one or more modules to a flat surface.
Female RS485 Side Port
LEDs
Output Port
(Size and pin
configuration vary)
Reset Button
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Figure 10.1: Output Module Components
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Mounting Brackets (MBIO)
Integrated Fastening System
Male RS485 Side Port
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