NPort 5x50AI-M12 Series
Overview
NPort 5x50AI-M12 device server is designed to make serial devices network-ready in an instant and is
compliant with EN 50155 and EN 50121-4 standards, allowing them to perform reliably in rolling stock and
wayside applications where high level vibration is present. Use the NPort 5x50AI-M12 device servers to give
your PC software direct access to serial devices from anywhere on the network.
Package Checklist
Before installing the NPort 5x50AI-M12 series device servers, verify that the package contains the following
items:
Standard Accessories
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1 NPort 5x50AI-M12 serial device server
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Wall Mount Kit
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Documentation and Software CD
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Quick Installation Guide (printed)
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Warranty Card
Optional Accessories
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DR-4524 45W/2A DIN-Rail 24 VDC Power Supply with universal 85 to 264 VAC input
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DR-75-24 75W/3.2A DIN-Rail 24 VDC Power Supply with universal 85 to 264 VAC input
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DR-120-24 120W/5A DIN-Rail 24 VDC Power Supply with 88 to 132 VAC/176 to 264 VAC input by switch
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WK-36-01 Wall mounting kit
NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items is missing or damaged.
Product Features
The NPort 5x50AI-M12 Series are the world's first EN 50155 compliant device servers and have the following
features:
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Versatile socket operation modes, including TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP
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Support UDP multicast and COM Grouping
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-40 to 70°C operating temperature range (T models only)
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Compliant with EN 50155/50121-4
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M12 connector and IP40 metal housing
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2 KV isolation for serial signals
Product Specifications
Ethernet Interface
Number of Ports: 1
Speed: 10/100 Mbps, auto MDI/MDIX
Connector: M12
Serial Interface
Number of Ports: 1/2/4
Serial Standards: RS-232/422/485
Connector: DB9 male
Serial Line Protection: 15 KV ESD protection for all signals
RS-485 Data Direction Control: ADDC® (automatic data direction control)
Serial Communication Parameters
Data Bits: 5, 6, 7, 8
1-2
Introduction