Radio Hardware - ProSoft RadioLinx RLXIB-IESC User Manual

RLXIB-IESC ♦ 802.11a, b, g
RadioLinx® Industrial 802.11abg Serial and Ethernet Client
ProSoft Technology radios can easily be installed into new or existing systems.
The software and manuals can be downloaded from the CD or ProSoft
Technology's web site at www.prosoft-technology.com.
6.2

Radio hardware

The RLXIB-IESC radio consists of the following components:
1 Two antenna ports (AUX and MAIN) (page 24)
2 LEDs (page 26) that indicate the status of the radio
3 Ethernet and serial cable ports (page 84)
4 Power connection (page 82)
6.2.1 Radio power requirements
The RLXIB-IESC radio accepts voltages between 10 and 24 VDC, with an
average power draw of less than 6 watts. A detachable power connector comes
with the radio, as shown. The connector terminals are labeled + (positive DC
connection) and - (DC ground connection). You can use the provided AC-to-DC
power supply adapter that is pre-wired with a power connector, or you can use
power from another source, for example the power supply for the PLC or the
networked devices.
The DC power wires must be less than 3 m to meet regulatory requirements.
The RLXIB-IESC radio accepts 802.3af PoE, with an average power draw of less
than 6 watts. You can also order an optional DC PoE Injector if AC is not
available. The DC power wires must be less than 3 m to meet regulatory
requirements.
The radio shall be installed by trained personnel only, as outlined to the
installation instructions provided with each radio.
The equipment shall be installed by a qualified installer/electrician. The
installer/electrician is responsible for obtaining a secured ground connection
between the lug terminal on the surge protector to a verified common ground
point using a minimum 18 gauge wire. This must be done when attaching power
lines to the radio during installation.
A solid ground connection should be verified using a meter prior to applying
power to the radio. Failing to secure a proper ground could result in serious injury
or death as a result of a lightning strike.
Page 82 of 98
Label Connect to...
+ 10 to 24 VDC
— DC Ground
Reference
User Manual
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
May 25, 2010