Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors), or be totally lost. Significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the RipEX2 are used in an appropriate manner within a well‐constructed network. RipEX2 should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property.
RipEX2 default IP is 192.168.169.169/24, so set a static IP 192.168.169.x/24 on your PC, power on the RipEX2 and wait approximately 48 seconds for the RipEX2 OS to boot. Connect your PC to RipEX2s' ETH interface, start your browser and type https://192.168.169.169 in the address line.
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Your PC will get its IP settings from the built-in DHCP server and you have to type http://10.9.8.7 in your browser. Remaining steps are the same and you do not need to worry about other RipEX2'es, since you will be connected to the local unit in all cases.
1. Product RipEX2 is a radio modem platform renowned for overall data throughput in any real-time environment. RipEX2 radio modems are native IP devices, Software Defined with Linux OS that have been designed with attention to detail, performance and quality.
This rugged connector connects to a power supply and it contains control signals. A Plug with screw- terminals and retaining screws for power and control connector is supplied with each RipEX2. It is Tyco 7 pin terminal block plug, part No. 1776192-7, contact pitch 3.81 mm. The connector is designed for electric wires with a cross section of 0.5 to 1.5 mm...
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30 V DC, 1 A in Alarm management settings, chapter Advanced Configuration. It may be used for instance to inform the connected RTU about a RipEX2 alarm or about the Unit ready status. If an alarm is SI AI - + A0 + triggered, HW ALARM OUTPUT is internally connected to GND.
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The SFP modules listed in Accessories are thoroughly tested by RACOM and are guaranteed to function with RipEX2 units. It is possible to use any other SFP module, but RACOM cannot guarantee they will be completely compatible with RipEX2 units.
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RipEX2’s serial port should be DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) and a straight-through cable should be used. If a DCE device is connected to the RipEX2‘s serial port, a null modem adapter or cross cable has to be used.
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The USB interface is designed for the connection to an – external ETH/USB adapter or a Wifi adapter. They are optional accessories to RipEX2, for more details see Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”. The adapters are used for service access to RipEX2’s web configuration interface.
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RipEX2 can be equipped with an internal GPS. The GPS module is used for time synchronization of the NTP server inside RipEX2. See Adv. Conf., Time for more. In this case the AUX connector serves for connecting the GPS antenna: •...
RipEX2-HS is redundant Hot Standby chassis. There are two Hot Standby standard RipEX2 units inside. In case of a detection of failure, automatic switchover between RipEX2 units sis performed. RipEX2-HS is suitable for Central sites, Repeaters or Important remote sites where no single point of failure is required.
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Fig. 2.6: WiFi adapter A rugged plastic case for carrying up to three RipEX2's and one M!DGE2 4G SCADA router. It also contains all the accessories needed to perform an on-site signal measurement, complete application bench-test or a functional demonstration of both radiomodems and the 4G router.
3. Step-by-step guide 3.1. Connecting the hardware Before installing a RipEX2 network in the field, a bench-test should be performed in the lab. The RipEX2 Demo case is great for this as it contains everything necessary: 3 RipEX2’s, Power supply, dummy load antennas, etc.
Step-by-step guide 3.3. Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC To configure a RipEX2 you can connect it to your PC in three ways: 1. Using the external Wifi adapter 2. Using the external ETH/USB adapter 3. Directly over the Ethernet interface https://10.9.8.7...
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We recommend using the "W1" - external Wifi adapter (an optional accessory of the RipEX2). Connect your PC or tablet or smart phone to RipEX2 Wifi AP first. Its default SSID is “RipEX2 + Unit name + S/N”. The W1 contains a built-in DHCP server, so if you have a DHCP client in your PC (as most users do), you don’t need to set anything up.
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Step-by-step guide Important When you change the RipEX2 ETH address from the default value later on and the new IP network does not include the default one, you will have to change your PC's static IP again to be able to continue configuring the RipEX2.
The certificate is signed by the certification authority Racom s.r.o. It meets all security regulations and you need not be concerned about importing it into your computer. Confirm the import with all warnings and exceptions that your browser may display during installation.
5. Run cables and plug-in all connectors except from the SCADA equipment (Section 1.2, “Connectors”). 6. Apply power supply to RipEX2. 7. Connect configuration PC (Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”). 8. Configure RipEX2 (follow the SW manual).
(recommended) or widthwise; in both cases with the RipEX2 lying flat. The choice is made by mounting the clips, one M4 screw per clip. RipEX2 is delivered with two clips, two screws and four threaded holes. Only use the M4×5 mm screws that are supplied.
Use 50 Ω impedance cables only. The shorter the feed line, the better. If RipEX2 is installed close to antenna, the data cable can be re- placed by an Ethernet cable for other protocols utilizing the serial port, see Advanced Configuration, Terminal server.
The RipEX2 radio modem is generally considered adequately grounded if the supplied flat mounting brackets are used to mount the radio modem to a properly grounded metal surface. If the radio modem is not mounted to a grounded surface, you should attach a safety ground wire to one of the mounting brackets or a screw on the radio modem’s casing.
Installation 4.6. Power supply We do not recommend switching on the RipEX2’s power supply before connecting the antenna and other devices. Connecting the RTU and other devices to RipEX2 while powered increases the likelihood of damage due to the discharge of difference in electric potentials.
Minimum Safety Distance tables below, calculated for different antennas and RipEX2 power levels. The distances were calculated according to EN 50 385 and EN 50 383 and apply to the far-field region only. Whenever the result is comparable or smaller than the actual size of the respective antenna, the field intensity is even smaller than the far-field based calculation and the safety limit is never exceeded.
9.3. High temperature If the RipEX2 is operated in an environment where the ambient temperature exceeds 55 °C, the RipEX2 must be installed within a restricted access location to prevent human contact with the enclosure heatsink. 9.4. RoHS and WEEE compliance...
• Only undermentioned manufacturer is entitled to repair any devices. 9.6. Important Notifications Sole owner of all rights to this User manual is the company RACOM s. r. o. (in this manual referred to under the abbreviated name RACOM). All rights reserved. Drawing written, printed or reproduced copies of this manual or records on various media or translation of any part of this manual to foreign languages (without written consent of the rights owner) is prohibited.
Everyone can copy and spread word-for-word copies of this license, but any change is not permitted. The program (binary version) is available for free on the contacts listed on http://www.racom.eu. This product contains open source or another software originating from third parties subject to GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Library / Lesser General Public License (LGPL) and / or further author li- censes, declarations of responsibility exclusion and notifications.
С настоящото RACOM s.r.o. декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение RipEX2 е в съответствие с Директива 2014/53/ЕС. Por la presente, RACOM s.r.o. declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico RipEX2 es conforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE. Tímto RACOM s.r.o. prohlašuje, že typ rádiového zařízení RipEX2 je v souladu se směrnicí 2014/53/EU.
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RACOM s.r.o. niniejszym oświadcza, że typ urządzenia radiowego RipEX2 jest zgodny z dyrektywą 2014/53/UE. O(a) abaixo assinado(a) RACOM s.r.o. declara que o presente tipo de equipamento de rádio RipEX2 está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE. Prin prezenta, RACOM s.r.o. declară că tipul de echipamente radio RipEX2 este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE.
The serviced equipment shall be returned by RACOM to the customer by prepaid freight. If circumstances do not permit the equipment to be returned to RACOM, then the customer is liable and agrees to reim- burse RACOM for expenses incurred by RACOM during servicing the equipment on site. When equipment does not qualify for servicing under warranty, RACOM shall charge the customer and be reimbursed for costs incurred for parts and labour at prevailing rates.