Overview Moxa’s AWK-1127 WLAN client is ideal for applications that are hard to wire, too expensive to wire, or use mobile equipment that connects over a TCP/IP network. The AWK-1127 is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for extended temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.
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Panel Layout of the AWK-1127 Top Panel View 1. Grounding screw (M3) 2. Terminal block for PWR1 and PWR2 3. RS-232 console port 4. AUX antenna port 5. System LEDs: PWR, FAULT, and STATE LEDs 6. LEDs for signal strength 7.
The aluminum DIN-rail attachment plate should be fixed to the back panel of the AWK-1127 when you take it out of the box. If you need to reattach the DIN-rail attachment plate to the AWK-1127, make sure the stiff metal spring is situated towards the top, as shown in the figures below.
STEP 2: Mounting the AWK-1127 to a wall requires 4 screws. Use the AWK-1127 device, with wall mount plates attached, as a guide to mark the correct locations of the 4 screws. The heads of the screws should be less than 6.0 mm in diameter, and the shafts should be less...
Wiring Requirements WARNING Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your Moxa AWK-1127. WARNING Safety First! Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum current allowed for each wire size.
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Grounding the Moxa AWK-1127 Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run the ground connection from the ground screw to the grounding surface prior to connecting devices. ATTENTION This product is intended to be mounted to a well-grounded mounting surface, such as a metal panel.
Wiring the Redundant Power Inputs The 4-contact terminal block connector on the AWK-1127’s top panel is used for the AWK-1127’s two DC inputs. The top and front views of the terminal block connector are shown here. STEP 1: Insert the negative/positive DC wires Top View into the V-/V+ terminals.
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The AWK-1127 has one RS-232 (8-pin RJ45) console port located on the top panel. Use either an RJ45-to-DB9 or RJ45-to-DB25 cable to connect the Moxa AWK-1127’s console port to your PC’s COM port. You may then use a console terminal program to access the AWK-1127 for console configuration.
LED Indicators The front panel of the Moxa AWK-1127 contains several LED indicators. The function of each LED is described in the table below. Color State Description Power is on. Green Power is not being supplied System is booting up...
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Input Voltage 12 to 48 VDC, redundant dual DC power inputs or 48 VDC Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af compliant)* *PoE is only available for the AWK-1127-PoE Connector 4-pin removable terminal block Power Consumption 12 to 48 VDC, 0.16 to 0.55 A...
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ATTENTION The AWK-1127 is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from the human body. The AWK-1127 is NOT designed for the general public. A well-trained technician is required to deploy the AWK-1127 units and safely establish a wireless network.
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