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Moxa Technologies UC-8410 Hardware User Manual

Moxa Technologies UC-8410 Hardware User Manual

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UC-8410A Hardware User's Manual
Edition 1.0, May 2016
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© 2016 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 UC-8410A Hardware User’s Manual Edition 1.0, May 2016 www.moxa.com/product © 2016 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    UC-8410A Hardware User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2016 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. All other trademarks or registered marks in this manual belong to their respective manufacturers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................1-1 Overview ............................1-2 Package Checklist ..........................1-2 Product Features ..........................1-2 Product Hardware Specifications ......................1-3 Appearance and Dimensions ......................2-1 Appearance ............................2-2 Dimensions ............................2-2 Hardware Block Diagrams ........................2-3 LED Indicators ............................ 2-3 Diagnostic LEDs ..........................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Moxa UC-8410A RISC-based dual-core ready-to-run embedded computer. This manual introduces the hardware features of the UC-8410A embedded computer and provides step-by-step instructions on installing and configuring the hardware. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...

  • Page 5: Overview

    UC-8410A Hardware Introduction Overview The UC-8410A computer comes with various communication interfaces, which make it an ideal communication platform for industrial applications. The communication interfaces include eight RS-232/422/485 serial ports, three 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports, four digital input and four digital output channels, and a wireless communication slot.

  • Page 6: Product Hardware Specifications

    UC-8410A Hardware Introduction Product Hardware Specifications Computer CPU: ARMv7 Cortex-A7 dual-core 1 GHz USB: USB 2.0 hosts x 2, Type A connector DRAM: 512 MB DDR3 SDRAM onboard (up to 1 GB, by CV request) OS (pre-installed): Debian ARM 8 Storage Main Storage: 1 GB SD card for OS Storage Expansion: mSATA slot...

  • Page 7: Power Requirements

    UC-8410A Hardware Introduction Weight: 1 kg (2.21 lb) Dimensions: 200 x 120 x 48.6 mm (7.87 x 4.72 x 1.91 in) Mounting: DIN-rail, wall Environmental Limits Operating Temperature: Standard Models: -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F) Wide Temp. Models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) Storage Temperature: Standard Models: -20 to 75°C (-4 to 167°F) Wide Temp.

  • Page 8: Appearance And Dimensions

    Appearance and Dimensions The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Appearance  Dimensions  Hardware Block Diagrams  LED Indicators  Diagnostic LEDs  Reset Button  Real-Time Clock...

  • Page 9: Appearance

    UC-8410A Hardware Appearance and Dimensions Appearance Front View Rear View Dimensions Unit = mm (inch)

  • Page 10: Hardware Block Diagrams

    UC-8410A Hardware Appearance and Dimensions Hardware Block Diagrams The following block diagram shows the layout of the UC-8410A’s internal components: LED Indicators Refer to the following table for information about each LED: LED Name Status Function Power Green Power is on No power input or any other power error Ready Green...

  • Page 11: Diagnostic Leds

    UC-8410A Hardware Appearance and Dimensions LED Name Status Function Diagnostic Green/Yellow/ Various combinations of the on/off/blinking statuses of the Green/Yellow/Red LEDs indicate different hardware diagnostic statuses. Refer to the Diagnostic LEDs section for details. Diagnostic LEDs The descriptions of the statuses indicated by the diagnostic LEDs are listed in the table below: Priority Green Yellow Status Description...

  • Page 12: Real-Time Clock

    UC-8410A Hardware Appearance and Dimensions Real-Time Clock The UC-8410A’s real-time clock is powered by a lithium battery. We strongly recommend that you do not replace the lithium battery without help from a qualified Moxa support engineer. If you need to change the battery, contact the Moxa RMA service team.

  • Page 13: Mounting Options

    Mounting Options The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Wall or Cabinet Mounting  DIN-Rail Mounting...

  • Page 14: Wall Or Cabinet Mounting

    UC-8410A Hardware Mounting Options Wall or Cabinet Mounting The two metal brackets that come standard with the UC-8410A are used to attach the UC-8410A to a wall or the inside of a cabinet. First, use two screws per bracket to attach the brackets to the bottom of the UC-8410A (Fig. A).

  • Page 15: Hardware Connection Description

    Hardware Connection Description This section describes how to connect the UC-8410A to serial devices for first time testing purposes. The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Wiring Requirements  Connecting the Power  Connecting to the Network  Connecting to a Serial Device ...

  • Page 16: Wiring Requirements

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Wiring Requirements ATTENTION Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your UC-8410A. Wiring Caution! Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes that dictate the maximum current allowed for each wire size.

  • Page 17: Connecting To The Network

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description SG: The Shielded Ground (sometimes called Protected Ground) contact is the right most contact of the 3-pin power terminal block connector when viewed from the angle shown here. Connect the SG wire to an appropriate grounded metal surface.

  • Page 18: Connecting To The Console Port

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Connecting to the Console Port The UC-8410A’s console port is a 4-pin pin header RS-232 port. Refer to the following figure for the pin assignments of the console port cable: Serial Console Port and Pinouts Serial Console Cable Signal The console port is located below the mSATA/SD socket.

  • Page 19: Installing The Sd Card And Msata Drive

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Installing the SD Card and mSATA Drive The UC-8410A comes with a pre-installed SD card that contains the Linux operating system. In addition, the UC-8410A is provided with a built-in mSATA socket for installing an mSATA drive. To replace or install the SD card, or to install an mSATA drive, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 20: Di/Do

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description DI/DO The UC-8410A has 4 channels for digital outputs and 4 channels digital inputs. The pinouts for the I/Os are shown in the following figures: Digital Input Wiring Dry Contact Wet Contact NOTE If you are using wet contacts, you must connect “COM” to power. Digital Output Wiring...

  • Page 21: Installing The Wireless Modules

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Installing the Wireless Modules The UC-8410A comes with one internal socket that allows you to install either a Wi-Fi module or a cellular module. To install a wireless module you must first remove the four screws on the top panel, two screws on the front panel, and two screws on the rear panel, and remove the top cover of the UC-8410A.
  • Page 22 UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Follow these steps to install the wireless module. 1. Find the location of the module socket. 2. Insert the module in the socket and fasten the two black screws on the module. 3. Attach one end of the Wi-Fi cable on the connector marked CH0, and then connect the other end of the cable on the W1 hole on the front panel of the computer.Remove the antenna hole protection cover before you do...
  • Page 23 UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description 4. Pass the antenna mount’s threaded connection ring through the mounting hole, hold the locking washer against the rear panel and secure the antenna connector by tightening the nut onto the threaded protection ring. Use the method described in steps 3 and 4 to connect the second antenna cable. Attach one end of the Wi-Fi cable on the connector marked CH1, and then connect the other end of the cable on the W2 hole on the front panel of the computer.

  • Page 24: Installing The Cellular Module

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Installing the Cellular Module Unpack the cellular module package and check the contents. The package should contain 1 cellular module, 1 cellular antenna cable and connector, 1 thermal pad, 2 black screws, 1 locking washer, and 1 nut. Follow these steps to install the cellular module: 1.
  • Page 25 UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description 2. Insert the module into the socket and fasten the two black screws on the module. 3. Attach one end of the cellular cable on the central connector, and then connect the other end of the cable on the W1 hole on the front panel of the computer.Remove the antenna hole protection cover before you do 4.
  • Page 26 UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description 5. Place the thermal pad on the module and check to make sure the internal antenna wire is securely connected to the cellular module. 6. Connect the cellular antenna to the computer via the connectors provided on the rear panel. 7.

  • Page 27: Installing The Sim Card

    UC-8410A Hardware Hardware Connection Description Installing the SIM Card Follow these steps to install the SIM card for the cellular module. 1. Unfasten the screw on the SIM card holder cover located on the front panel of the computer. 2. Insert the SIM card into the slot. Make sure you insert the card in the direction indicated above the card slot. 3.

  • Page 28: Regulatory Approval Statements

    Regulatory Approval Statements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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