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Hardware Manual - Operation Instructions and Safety Guidelines
WLAN Module
SEA 9711
Order No.: 60000009
Doc. No.: HB/SEA 9711 Hardware Manual/2.0.8/Jan/ 16

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  • Page 1 Hardware Manual - Operation Instructions and Safety Guidelines WLAN Module SEA 9711 Order No.: 60000009 Doc. No.: HB/SEA 9711 Hardware Manual/2.0.8/Jan/ 16...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Restrictions for Hazardous Locations ..........7 Restrictions for Hazardous Voltages..........7 Operator Protection..............7 Setup & Operation...............9 Prerequisites................9 Connectors...................9 Indicators..................10 Installing the SEA 9711 Module on the Chassis......11 Wiring the SEA 9711 Module............12 Installing and Operating Antenna..........13 Sleep Mode.................14 Specifications..............15 WLAN Characteristics..............15 Power Requirements..............15 Physical Characteristics...............17...
  • Page 3 Maintenance...............21 Contact Information ............22 Operation Instructions...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started Before starting to work with the SEA 9711 WLAN module please read the following information and the complete software manual and carefully. We believe that all information in this manual is accurate. The document has been carefully reviewed for technical accuracy. In the event of tech-...
  • Page 5 For information about National Instruments™ hardware please refer to the appropriate National Instruments™ manual. For information about configuration or programming of the SEA 9711 module, please refer to the software manual. Operation Instructions...
  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Operate the SEA 9711 module only as described in this operation instruc- tions and the module software manual. Please check the S.E.A. website for updates of this manual or technical specifications. Hot or Cold Operated in hot or cold environments less than 10 Surface °C or higher than 30 °C the metallic surface of the...
  • Page 7: Restrictions For Hazardous Locations

    Restrictions for Hazardous Locations The SEA 9711 modules are suitable for use in non hazardous locations only. Please note:  Do not use for medical applications.  Do not use in safety critical applications.  Keep the system away from hazardous locations, explosive or high voltage areas.
  • Page 8  Use any part or the complete system only in dry areas. Do not op- erate the module in bath areas, kitchens etc., where water or va- pour can be in contact with the module, cables, or antennas.  Use only isolated power supplies with a nominal voltage of 12 V, which are made for use with CompactRIO™...
  • Page 9: Setup & Operation

    9711 module within any National Instruments™ CompactRIO™ or Com- pactDAQ™ chassis. Other devices must not be connected to this con- nector. If the SEA 9711 module is operated stand-alone this connector is not used. The front side provides all connectors required for operation, refer to Fig.
  • Page 10: Indicators

    The LEDs (1) on the front side of the module indic- ate the current status and different functions (from left to right): LED # SEA 9711 Module Backplane Power 5 V External Power Fig. 1: Front Side LAN -> WLAN Activity...
  • Page 11: Installing The Sea 9711 Module On The Chassis

    Installing the SEA 9711 Module on the Chassis Before inserting the SEA 9711 module in the CompactRIO™ chassis, please disconnect any connectors to the CompactRIO™ system and switch-off the power supply. Make sure that you are working in an ESD safe environment.
  • Page 12: Wiring The Sea 9711 Module

    1. Wiring the Module SEA 9711 To connect the peripheral components to the front side of the SEA 9711 module and follow the steps described below: WLAN antenna Connect the WLAN antenna to the WLAN socket connector.
  • Page 13: Installing And Operating Antenna

    The antenna has to be properly mounted at the desired location. If a roof antenna is used, the antenna has to be dismounted when light- ning strike is expected. The SEA 9711 module and any antenna or cabling is not protected against lightning strike or any over-voltage. Do not oper- ate the transmitter or antenna during thunderstorms, and keep the an- tenna away from any kind of elevation.
  • Page 14: Sleep Mode

     Do not operate the SEA 9711 module and antenna near other RF systems.  Use only antenna cables and connectors, which are made for WLAN systems and frequencies. Do not bend the antenna cabling less than the bending radius of 30 mm.
  • Page 15: Specifications

    The following specifications are typical for the range of -40 to 60 °C un- less otherwise noted. The SEA 9711 module is powered by the CompactRIO™ backplane con- nector (5 V) and additionally by an external power connector (see follow- ing specifications) on the front panel (Front Connector).
  • Page 16 Maximal 30 V DC Over voltage protection maximum 33 V Average operating current: Front Connector Backplane Current at 12V in [A Current [A] nominal min. typ. max. typ. sleep 0.275 0.290 0.335 0.006 0.006 * with maximum bandwidth (rms I =8ms) Operation Instructions...
  • Page 17: Physical Characteristics

    Typical front connector current during active WLAN transmission (Power supply = 12VDC) Physical Characteristics Weight 205 g Size 74 x 23 x 87 mm Operation Instructions...
  • Page 18: Environmental Conditions

    Environmental Conditions SEA 9711 modules are intended for indoor use only. For outdoor use, mount the complete system in a suitable rated enclosure. Refer to the in- stallation instructions for the chassis for more information about how to meet these specifications.
  • Page 19: Ce Compliance (Emc, R&Tte)

     Directive (R&TTE) 1999/5/EC This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives. FCC Compliance This SEA 9711 module complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and contains RF-device according to FCC ID: R68WIPORT IC: 3867AWIPORT Operation Instructions...
  • Page 20: Japan Radio Compliance

    Japan Radio Compliance The Japan Radio Certification Number is: 004NYDA0091 For EMC compliance, it is recommended to operate the SEA 9711 modules with original and shielded antenna cabling only. For further information please refer to: www.sea-gmbh.com To meet the RF exposure rules and regulations: ...
  • Page 21 Maintenance The module should only be wiped with a dry towel. It is not water resist- ant. The module contains no components, which have to be maintained. Operation Instructions...
  • Page 22: Contact Information

    Contact Information S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH is located at: Mülheimer Straße 7 53840 Troisdorf Germany For support check the S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH website: www.sea-gmbh.com or use: email: techsupport@sea-gmbh.com telephone: + 49 - 2241- 12737 - 0 fax: + 49 - 2241 -12737 – 14...

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