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2018-05-15 REFACE EVISED . LP1068A RAWING Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference to radio communications, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
2018-05-15 REFACE EVISED . LP1068A RAWING Regulatory Information Product Safety RAM‐6021 ANSI / ISA12.12.01/CSA22.2/213 (CUL) Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Hazardous Locations UL508/CSA22.2/142 (CUL), (CE) - IEC61010-1 Electrical Safety Pollution Degree 2 and Overvoltage Category II RAM‐6021M12 ANSI/ISA 12.12.01-2015 Class I and II, Div.
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February 2018 RAM-6021M12 Quick Start Guide Document Comments Red Lion appreciates all comments that will help us to improve our documentation quality. The user can submit comments through the Red Lion Customer Service. Simply email us at customer.service@redlion.net. Additional Product Information Additional product information can be obtained by contacting the local sales representative or Red Lion through the contact numbers and/or e-mail addresses listed on the back of the cover.
In particular, Red Lion disclaims any responsibility for damages, either direct or consequential, that result from the use of this equipment in any application.
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2018-05-15 REFACE EVISED . LP1068A RAWING WARNING – DC 2.5mm Barrel Connector shall not be used in hazardous locations. AVERTISSEMENT - Connecteur 2.5mm DC ne doit pas être utilisé dans des endroits dangereux. RAM‐6021M12 Model Only These devices are open-type devices that are to be installed in a tool only accessible enclosure suitable for the environment.
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 Product Highlights Drawing No. LP1068A Chapter 1 Product Overview With a rugged design and flexible platform, the RAM-6021 industrial secure router provides the ability to remotely connect, monitor and control assets across a variety of industrial applications. The RAM-6021’s web based event engine can be customized to trigger I/O or email alerts, to quickly notify personnel of critical events based on operational data.
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Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.2 RAM‐6021 All specifications are subject to change. Consult the Red Lion Controls website for more information. 1.2.1 RAM‐6021 Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Built-in security and routing protects against unwanted Rugged, compact design deploys easily in space-...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.2.3 RAM‐6021 Dimensions All specifications are subject to change. Consult the company website for more information. RAM-6021 and RAM-6021M12 Hardware Guide...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.2.4 RAM‐6021 Power Connectors and Pin‐Outs Power Input Connectors / Pin-outs Model / Connector Name Description RAM-6021 Ground PWR+ Power supply input (8 to 30 VDC) (500mA@12VDC) Digital output Digital and analog input 4-Pin Screw Connector Sleeve Ground PWR+ Power supply input (8 to 30 VDC)
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.2.8 RAM‐6021 Input and Output Connectors Input/Output Ports Model / Connector Connector Type Name Description RAM-6021 RJ45 Ethernet port The router's 10/100Mbps Ethernet port is compliant with the EIA-568 standard. The router’s ports are auto-sensing so they can be used with either a straight or crossover RJ45 cable to connect to host ports LAN/WAN Connector...
Puts the router in advanced firmware upgrade mode by restarting 10 and 15 seconds the router and running the boot loader only. Do not use this mode unless instructed to by Red Lion Technical Support W LED flashes quickly ...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021M12 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.3 RAM‐6021M12 All specifications are subject to change. Consult the Red Lion Controls website for more information. 1.3.1 RAM‐6021M12 Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Built-in security and routing protects against unwanted Extended Environmental Specifications intrusion -40 to 80 °C operating temperature range •...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021M12 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.3.3 RAM‐6021M12 Dimensions 3.80” [96.51mm] 4.32” [109.73mm] All specifications are subject to change. Consult the company website for more information. RAM-6021 and RAM-6021M12 Hardware Guide 1-11...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 RAM-6021M12 Drawing No. LP1068A 1.3.4 RAM‐6021M12 Front View RAM-6021M12 1.3.5 RAM‐6021M12 Power Connector and Pin‐Outs Power Input Connector / Pin-outs Model / Connector Description Name RAM-6021M12 Voltage 1+ Voltage 1- Voltage 2 - Voltage 2+ Case Ground Case Ground 5-Pin Power Connector 1.3.6 RAM‐6021M12 Power Specifications Power input to the router is protected against reverse polarity and power surges over 57VDC. The router’s power consumption is: DRAW IN MA (AT 12 VDC) MODEL...
Puts the router in advanced firmware upgrade mode by restarting 10 and 15 seconds the router and running the boot loader only. Do not use this mode unless instructed to by Red Lion Technical Support W LED flashes quickly ...
Product Overview Revised 2018-05-15 Ordering Guide Drawing No. LP1068A 1.4 Ordering Guide MODEL NUMBER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION RAM-6021 RAM-6021 Secure router with five Ethernet ports, one serial port, Modbus/ DNP3 gateway ET-PS-024-02 DIN-Rail 2 amp power supply FPSALACADAPTER2 2.5mm barrel power supply RAM-6021M12 RAM-6021M12 Secure router with five Ethernet ports, one serial port, Modbus/...
Hardware Installation Revised 2018-05-15 Mounting the RAM-6021 Wired Router Drawing No. LP1068A Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Mounting the RAM-6021 Wired Router There are three different ways to mount a RAM-6021 wired router: Horizontally using two (2) #6 screws onto its horizontal mounting feet. •...
Hardware Installation Revised 2018-05-15 Mounting the RAM-6021 Wired Router Drawing No. LP1068A Removal Instructions: 2.1.2 Ethernet Cable If you are connecting to the router via the Ethernet port, you will need a straight or crossover category 5 cable with a 8-pin RJ45 connector on each end. Note: To visually confirm that Ethernet cabling was done properly, check the LED indication on the Ethernet port located at the rear panel of the router.
Hardware Installation Revised 2018-05-15 Mounting the RAM-6021 Wired Router Drawing No. LP1068A 2.1.4 Serial Cable The router Serial port uses a 5-pin serial (TX/RX and RTS/CTS enabled) cable. The router is a DCE device, so use a straight-through serial cable between the router and a DTE device such as a terminal.
2.1.7 Testing the Power Connection Check the PWR indicator light on the router: if it is turned on then the router is powered. If it’s off, then review the installation procedures, or contact Red Lion Technical Support for further assistance. RAM-6021 and RAM-6021M12 Hardware Guide...
Hardware Installation Revised 2018-05-15 Mounting the RAM-6021M12 Wired Router Drawing No. LP1068A 2.2 Mounting the RAM-6021M12 Wired Router There are two ways to mount a RAM-6021M12 wired router: Bulkhead mount • Optional DIN-Rail mounting. • Note: Allow enough room to route the Ethernet, serial, I/O and other cables. 2.2.1 RAM‐6021M12 Bulkhead Mounting & Removal Use the following mechanical dimensions and drill hole placements drawing to bulkhead mount the RAM-6021M12 wired router.
Hardware Installation Revised 2018-05-15 Mounting the RAM-6021M12 Wired Router Drawing No. LP1068A 2.2.3 USB Cable This is an Ethernet-over-USB connection which behaves like an Ethernet connection. It can only be connected to a PC with Windows 7/8 and any other Windows operating system. If you are connecting to the router via the USB port, you will need a NPSM5001 Plug M12 Male mini-b USB to an A Plug cable.
2.2.8 Testing the Power Connection Check the PWR indicator light on the router: if it is turned on then the router is powered. If it’s off, then review the installation procedures, or contact Red Lion Technical Support for further assistance. RAM-6021 and RAM-6021M12 Hardware Guide...
3.1 Service Information We sincerely hope that you never experience a problem with any Red Lion product. If you do need service, call Red Lion at 1-877-432-9908 for Technical Support. A trained specialist will help you quickly determine the source of the problem.
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Drawing No. LP1068A Statement of Limited Warranty (a) Red Lion Controls Inc.(the “Company”) warrants that all Products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the period of time provided in “Statement of Warranty Periods” (available at www.redlion.net) current at the time of shipment of the Products (the “Warranty Period”). EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE-STATED WARRANTY, COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING ANY (A) WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY;...
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