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Safety Symbols DANGER Indicates a high-risk, imminently hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a moderate-risk, potentially hazardous situation, which may result in moderate to serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a low-risk, potentially hazardous situation, which may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTE Indicates a potential malfunction, which will not result in damage to property.
Table of Contents Preface .............................. 1-1 Revision History ..........................1-2 Relevant Models ..........................1-2 Package Contents ..........................1-2 How to Use This Device ........................1-2 Safety Precautions ..........................1-2 Additional Resources ........................... 1-3 Product Overview ..........................2-1 Technical Data ........................... 2-2 Common Specifications ........................
Preface In this chapter, we explain the scope of and how to use this document. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Revision History Relevant Models Package Contents How to Use This Device Safety Precautions ...
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Preface Revision History Version Change Date v1.0 First release. 2020-07-06 Relevant Models This document applies to the following 45ML modules: Model Name Features Operating Temp. 45ML-5401 4 serial ports (RS-232/422/485 3-in-1) -20 to 60°C 45ML-5401-T 4 serial ports (RS-232/422/485 3-in-1) -40 to 75°C Package Contents...
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Preface WARNING Devices discussed in this document are sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which can cause internal damage to and/or affect normal operation of the devices. Observe the following precautions when handling a device: • Before touching the device, touch a grounded object with your finger to discharge static electricity. •...
Product Overview In this chapter, we give an overview of each of the 45ML modules. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Technical Data Common Specifications 45ML-5401 Specifications Appearance Front View Dimensions LED Indicators...
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Product Overview Technical Data Common Specifications Physical Characteristics Connector: Removable terminal block Wiring: 18 to 24 AWG Dimensions: 26.4 x 99 x 65.5 mm (1.04 x 3.90 x 2.58 in) Installation: DIN-rail mounting Environmental Limits Operating Temperature: Standard Models: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) Wide Temp.
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Product Overview LED Indicators Label Usage No. of LEDs LED Color Description Status Status Green Steady on: Module ready Slow Blinking: Booting up Steady on: Module error Slow Blinking: Upgrading firmware Power off Port 1, Port 2, Serial connection 2 of each Green...
Hardware Installation In this chapter, we describe how to install the 45ML modules. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Module Specifications Terminal Blocks 45ML-5401 Mounting the Module Installing the Module on the DIN Rail ...
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Hardware Installation Module Specifications Terminal Blocks Wire range: 18 to 24 AWG Wire strip length: 9 to 10 mm Unit: mm (in.) 45ML-5401 Pin Assignment The following tables shows the 45ML-5401 pin assignments. RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 RS-232 RS-422...
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ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Hardware Installation Setting Up Terminators for a 2-wire RS-485 Network Setting Up Terminators for an RS-422 Network...
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Hardware Installation Mounting the Module Take the following steps to mount the device on or unmount the device from a DIN rail. DANGER Never install the device when the power source is switched on! Installing the Module on the DIN Rail Step 1: Align the I/O module side by side with the head/CPU module, making sure that the upper and lower rails are hooked together.
ioThinx 4500 (45ML) Module Series Hardware Installation INFORMATION With the I/O module inserted in place, the internal bus will establish a connection through the adjacent module(s). Unmounting the I/O Module from the DIN Rail Step 1: Use your finger to lift the release tab on the lower part of the module. Step 2: Push the top of the release tab to latch it, and then pull the module out.
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