Page 1 AUTOMATION User Manual UM EN RAD-80211-XD... Wireless Ethernet Radios 802.11 Transceiver Series...
Page 3 AUTOMATION User Manual Wireless Ethernet Radios 802.11 Transceiver Series 04/2009 Designation: UM EN RAD-80211-XD... Revision: Order No.: This user manual is valid for: Designation Version Order No. RAD-80211-XD 2885728 RAD-80211-XD-BUS 2885757 RAD-80211-XD-WM 2885715 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 4 User group of this manual The use of products described in this manual is oriented exclusively to Phoenix Contact accepts no liability for erroneous handling or damage to products from Phoenix Contact or third-party products resulting from disregard of information contained in this manual.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Logging Into the Radio..................4-3 Viewing Device Information ................4-4 General Device Information ................4-5 Local Diagnostics ....................4-6 General Configuration ..................4-7 Operational Mode....................4-8 LAN Configuration ....................4-9 SNMP Configuration..................4-10 4.10 DHCP Server....................4-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 8 Resetting the IP Address ..................6-9 Technical Data.........................7-3 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS ............7-3 RAD-80211-XD-WM ..................7-4 Dimensions......................7-5 Ordering Information........................8-3 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Parts and Assemblies...... 8-3 RAD-80211-XD-WM Parts and Assemblies ............8-5 Additional Parts and Accessories ............... 8-6 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 9 Table of Contents Technical Appendix ........................ A-1 Structure of IP Addresses.................. A-1 Assigning IP Addresses..................A-1 Appendices..........................B-1 List of Figures ....................B-1 List of Tables ..................... B-5 Explanation of Terms..................B-7 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 10 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 11 WPA with TKIP/AES-CCMP Encryption..........1-12 1.8.3 MAC Address Filtering............... 1-12 Bridge Encryption ..................... 1-13 1.9.1 AES ....................1-13 1.10 DHCP Server....................1-13 1.11 Operator Authentication and Management............1-14 1.12 Modbus/TCP I/O Emulation ................1-14 1.13 Ethernet Terminal Server.................. 1-14 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 12 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 13: 802.11 Series Overview
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Phoenix Contact will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 14: Radio Descriptions
- 2 3 Main Antenna Connection L I N RJ45 Ethernet Port Diversity Antenna Connection 1 - X (with protective cover) RS-232 Status LEDs RS-232 Port RSSI Test Port Figure 1-1 Features of the RAD-80211-XD wireless radio PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 15: Rad-80211-Xd-Bus
RS-232 Port Main Antenna Connection RS-232 Status Diversity Antenna Connection RSSI Test Port LEDs (with protective cover) RS-232 Port 5-pin Female 5-pin Male Bus Connector Bus Connector Bus Connection Detail Figure 1-2 Features of the RAD-80211-XD-BUS wireless radio 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 16: I/O Modules Used With The Rad-80211-Xd-Bus
RAD-80211-XD... Figure 1-3 I/O Modules used with the RAD-80211-XD-BUS PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 17: Rad-80211-Xd-Wm
RJ45 Ethernet Port Ethernet Port Cover WLAN LEDs Diversity Antenna Connection RS-422/485 Port Cover RS-232 Port Mounting Hole (4x) RS-232 Port Cover Power Port Cover Power Connection and RF Link (M12) Figure 1-4 Features of the RAD-80211-XD-WM wireless radio 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 18: Wireless Standard Ieee 802.11 Basics
802.11g operates at data rates up to 54 Mbps within the 2.4 GHz band using OFDM. 802.11g is backwards compatible with 802.11b. 1.3.4 802.11b/g Mixed 802.11b/g Mixed mode only applies to access points and allows both 802.11b and 802.11g clients to connect using optimum settings. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 19: Access Point/Client Configurations
LNK/ACT LNK/ACT FL SWITCH SF 8TX Odr. No. 2832771 Client Switch Figure 1-5 Example of Access Point/Client Bridge Configurations The wireless bridging function of the RAD-80211-XD... supports several different configurations. The most popular ones are described below. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 20: Point-To-Point Bridging
LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT LNK/ACT FL SWITCH SF 8TX FL SWITCH SF 8TX Odr. No. 2832771 Odr. No. 2832771 Switch Switch Figure 1-7 Example of Bridge/Repeater Mode 1-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 21: Data Encryption And Security
The SSID can act as a basic password without which the client cannot connect to the network. Choosing to broadcast the SSID allows any client to discover the access point. Disabling SSID broadcasting is the most basic form of wireless network protection. 1-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 22: Access Point And Client Encryption
In IEEE 802 networks, the Data Link Control layer of the OSI Reference Model is divided into two sub-layers: the Logical Link Control (LLC) layer and the MAC layer. The MAC layer interfaces directly with the network media. Consequently, each network device requires a unique MAC address. 1-12 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 23: Bridge Encryption
The RAD-80211-XD, RAD-80211-XD-BUS and RAD-80211-WM are compatible with networks that use a Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) server for allocating IP addresses. In addition, an access point can be configured to function as the DHCP Server for a network. 1-13 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 24: Operator Authentication And Management
If the serial protocol is addressable (e.g. Modbus, DF1, etc.), the end device will ignore any data that is not addressed to it. 1-14 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 25: Accessing The Site
Signal Strength ....................2-3 Antennas and Cabling ..................2-4 2.4.1 Coaxial Cable Considerations ............. 2-5 Antenna Mounting Considerations ..............2-6 Maintaining System Performance............... 2-7 2.6.1 Antennas and Coaxial Cable ............... 2-7 2.6.2 Cable Connections ................2-7 2.6.3 Power Supply..................2-7 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 26 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 27: System Planning
The excess signal is known as the fade margin, and it compensates for variations in signal level which may occur from time to time due to foliage growth, minor antenna misalignment or changing atmospheric losses. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 28: Antennas And Cabling
It is necessary to aim these antennas in the desired direction of communication (i.e., at the master station). PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 29: Coaxial Cable Considerations
For long-range transmission paths, where signal is likely to be weaker, a low-loss cable type is recommended. The higher operational frequencies of 802.11a (5 GHz) will be more prone to coaxial cable losses, and therefore more consideration should be given to low-loss cable. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 30: Antenna Mounting Considerations
– When installed indoors, the radio must be grounded through the DIN rail for DIN-mount versions or using the ground lug on the wall-mount versions. A surge arrestor must be used on the antenna for outdoor installations. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 31: Maintaining System Performance
If possible, the radio should be keyed during this test to ensure maximum current draw from the supply. Batteries, if used, should be checked for charge level and signs of leakage or corrosion. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 32 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 33: Mounting The Radios
Mounting the RAD-80211-XD or RAD-80211-XD-BUS......3-3 3.1.2 Mounting the RAD-80211-XD-WM ............3-6 Making Connections and Powering Up............... 3-8 3.2.1 Power Connections................3-8 3.2.2 Ethernet Connections ................ 3-11 3.2.3 Serial Port Connections ..............3-11 3.2.4 Antenna Connections ................ 3-13 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 34 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 35: Installation
Mounting the RAD-80211-XD or RAD-80211-XD-BUS Figure 3-1 shows a typical RAD-80211-XD or RAD-80211-XD-BUS radio installation using a Phoenix Contact power supply, end clamps and a DIN rail grounding block. Figure 3-1 Installation showing a DIN rail power supply, end clamps and ground terminal block When mounting the radio onto a standard 35 mm (1.378 in.) DIN rail, end clamps should be...
Page 36 Before installing or removing a module, disconnect power to the entire station. Make sure work on the entire station is complete before switching power back on. WARNING: Do not connect or disconnect any connector while power is ON. This can cause arcing that could damage electronics or cause personal injury. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 37: Installing And Removing A Module From The Din Rail
Installing and removing a module from the DIN rail Continue attaching any other module(s) to the mounting rail as described in Step 1. NOTE: Phoenix Contact recommends the use of end clamps to prevent modules from moving back and forth on the mounting rail. 2186_en_I...
Page 38: Mounting The Rad-80211-Xd-Wm
DIN rail during installation. This provides a ground path from the DIN rail to the module. To ensure proper shielding of the module(s) through the DIN rail, Phoenix Contact recommends connecting the DIN rail directly to a low impedance earth ground.
Page 39 No. 8 screws with wall mounting anchors. Figure 3-3 Typical installation of the RAD-80211-XD-WM radio Connect the radio to protective earth ground using the ground lug located on the right side of the module. Figure 3-4 RAD-80211-XD-WM radio ground connection 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 40: Making Connections And Powering Up
The power supply must be able to supply 150 mA of current at 24 V DC. Figure 3-5 shows an installation using a Phoenix Contact MINI power supply. Figure 3-6 provides wiring information for the RAD-80211-XD or the RAD-80211-XD-BUS.
Page 41: Rad-80211-Xd Or Rad-80211-Xd-Bus Transceiver Wiring Requirements
The DC source must be connected to the radio with an M12 connector. For example, the Phoenix Contact 1.5 m cable (Order No. 1668108) has an M12 connector on one end and flying leads on the other. Other cable lengths are available. Visit our web site at www.phoenixcontact.com.
Page 42 RAD-80211-XD... Figure 3-7 RAD-80211-XD-WM power connections Figure 3-8 RAD-80211-XD-WM M12 cable connections 3-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 43: Ethernet Connections
On a straight-through cable, it is wired as just that – straight through, in other words, pin 1 is connected to pin 1, pin 2 to 2, etc. Figure 3-9 RS-232 wiring diagrams and pinouts 3-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 44 The radio can also be connected to external devices using RS-485 or RS-422. Both 2-wire and 4-wire configurations are supported. Although the 4-wire configuration supports full duplex communications, the radio is only half duplex over the air. Figure 3-10 RS-422/485 2-wire and 4-wire connections 3-12 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 45: Antenna Connections
If a single antenna is used, the protective cap must be installed on the ANT 2 connector for the radio to meet the listed ESD specifications. At least one antenna must be used. When using a single antenna, it must be connected to ANT 1. 3-13 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 46 Transceiver can use either the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz ISM band. The antenna must be specific to the frequency. There are dual band antennas available if both frequency ranges are used. 802.11a uses the 5 GHz band whereas 802.11b and g use the 2.4 GHz band. 3-14 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 47 In the UNII upper band: [5.745–5.805 GHz (channels 149, 153, 157,161)], the maximum EIRP is 4 W (36 dBm). – 800 mW transmit power (29 dBm) +7 dBi system gain = 36 dBm – 100 mW transmit power (20 dBm) +16 dBi system gain = 36 dBm 3-15 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 48 RAD-80211-XD... 3-16 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 49 Ethernet Port..................4-31 4.14.2 Serial Ports ..................4-32 4.14.3 PLC Interface (RAD-80211-XD-BUS only)......... 4-33 4.15 Passwords......................4-34 4.16 Store and Retrieve Settings................4-35 4.17 Performance..................... 4-36 4.18 Maintenance..................... 4-36 4.18.1 Software Updates ................4-37 4.19 Monitoring/Reports ................... 4-38 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 50 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 51: Programming The Radio
Apply power to the transceiver and run a browser program (such as Internet Explorer) on your computer. Wait approximately 10 seconds for the radio to boot up. Enter the following IP address into the “Address” field of the browser: https://192.168.254.254 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 52: Viewing Device Information
Configuration” on page 4-9. The new IP address must be known in order to gain access to the radio in the future. Viewing Device Information After signing in, the home page shows the following basic information. Figure 4-3 “Home” screen showing configuration data PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 53: General Device Information
WLAN MAC Address is the address for the wireless card. Note that there are separate MAC addresses for the wireless card and the physical Ethernet port. – Serial Number is the manufacturer’s serial number of the radio. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 54: Local Diagnostics
This screen shows the current status and function of each LED on the radio and is useful for diagnostic purposes. For more information on the status LEDs, see Section 5, “XD-BUS Configuration for I/O Modules (RAD-80211-XD-BUS only)”. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 55: General Configuration
If no functions are performed for 10 minutes, the program will exit and the parameters will need to be re-entered. It is generally good practice to select the “Submit” button after all parameters have been adjusted on each screen. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 56: Operational Mode
Enabling “Wireless Link Monitoring” displays both the IP and MAC address of Phoenix Contact wireless devices only (if equipped with firmware 2.4 and higher). When the operational mode is changed, the radio reboots. It may take several minutes for the radio boot process to complete.
Page 57: Lan Configuration
Enter a “Subnet Mask” and “Default Gateway,” if desired. To access the Internet though this device, enter the IP address of the domain name server(s) in the “DNS 1” and “DNS 2” fields. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 58: Snmp Configuration
SNMP community. An example of the network address format is 192.168.42.182/24. The subnet mask of the network is typically annotated in written form as a “slash prefix” that trails the network number. – Access Control determines if the community has read/write access. 4-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 59: Dhcp Server
DHCP server. The IP addresses are the unique identifier that each piece of equipment on the network must have. To configure the radio to function as a DHCP server, click on “Configuration… LAN… DHCP Server” in the left navigation column. Figure 4-10 RAD-80211-XD DHCP Configuration 4-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 60: Configuring The Rad-80211-Xd
The buttons and fields in this window are: – SSID specifies an SSID for the wireless network. The factory default SSID is “default”. In order for a client to connect to the access point, it must have the same SSID. 4-12 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 61: Figure 4-12 Channel-Center Frequencies (Ghz) For 802.11B/G
All radios in a wireless network must use the same channel. Channel-center frequencies in GHz Europe only Europe only 2.412 2.422 2.432 2.442 2.452 2.462 2.472 2.417 2.427 2.437 2.447 2.457 2.467 2.484 22 MHz Figure 4-12 Channel-center frequencies (GHz) for 802.11b/g 4-13 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 62: Figure 4-13 Channel-Center Frequencies (Ghz) For 802.11A
– Beacon Interval is the time interval in milliseconds in which the 802.11 beacon is transmitted by the access point. A higher setting decreases time for a client to connect but decreases bandwidth utilized. 4-14 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 63: Access Point Security
2 to 4 seconds. 4.11.2 Access Point Security To enable and configure security, click on “Configuration… Access Point… Security” in the left navigation column. Figure 4-14 Access Point Radio - Security” screen showing Static WEP options 4-15 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 64 ) selects the method of security from either WPA, 802.11i (WPA2) or both. WPA2 is more advanced and secure than WPA. WPA implements only a subset of the encryption algorithms used in WPA2. By implementing both WPA and WPA2, 4-16 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 65: Figure 4-15: "Access Point Radio - Security" Screen Showing 802.11I And
Passphrases should be changed whenever an individual with access is no longer authorized to use the network or when a device configured to use the network is lost or compromised. For maximum security, 802.11i requires the use of an authentication (RADIUS) server. 4-17 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 66: Mac Address Filtering
To use the feature, select the “Enable” radio button. Then select whether to exclude certain MAC addresses or include only certain MAC addresses. Enter MAC addresses accordingly; optionally include some text describing the device, and then click the “Add” button. To delete a MAC address, click the “Delete” button. 4-18 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 67: Rogue Access Point Detection
MAC addresses to be explicitly set. There may be a number of known access points that are part of the network. Enter the MAC addresses of these known access points to prevent false alerts. Additionally, text may be entered in the notes field describing each MAC address. 4-19 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 68: Advanced Settings
Publicly Secure Packet Forwarding (PSPF) prevents client devices associated with an access point from inadvertently sharing files or communicating with other client devices associated to the access point. To prevent inter-client communications, click the “Enable” radio button. 4-20 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 69: Client Configuration
The Scan button causes the radio to do a site survey of the selected “Wireless Mode” to see what access point radios are present and display some basic information on each network. When the configuration parameters are changed, communication with other radios will be interrupted for 2 to 4 seconds. 4-21 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 70: Security
WEP key by the operator. Simply select which key is desired. The same key must be chosen in the access point and all clients for successful operation. Only one key will be used at a time. 4-22 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 71: Figure 4-21 "Passphrase And Encryption Method" Screen
WPA-EAP-TLS security, see “Access Point Security ” on page 4-15. Figure 4-21 “Passphrase and Encryption Method” screen From the “Authenitication Type” drop-down menu, select WPA-EAP-TLS. Then click the “Load New Certificates” button. Figure 4-22 Passphrase and Encryption Method for WPA-EAP-TLS Screen 4-23 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 72: Figure 4-23 Entering Security Titles (New Or Updated)
Access Point. If there is a encryption mismatch between client and AP, the client will NOT be able to connect to the AP. Then click on the Submit button. Figure 4-24 Selecting Encryption Method for WPA-EAP-TLS 4-24 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 73: Bridge Configuration
The unit is configured with a priority of 128 with all WLAN units. The lowest MAC address will be the rootswitch, which contains all the STP functions of the system. If other managed switches or routers are to be the root, their priority must be set to lower than 128. 4-25 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 74: Auto Bridging
Auto Bridging is an extension of the existing bridge function that is available within the Ethernet radios which simplifies setup, increases robustness, and allows for easier radio replacement within a Phoenix Contact bridge radio network. NOTE: With the release of firmware version 2.5.2, Auto Bridging is available in the RAD-80211-XD or RAD-80211-XD-BUS radios.
Page 75: Figure 4-27 "Bridge Radio - Settings" Screen
400 and is preferable to a path with five “Excellent” links with a total score of 500. To automatically configure the bridge radio settings, click on “Configuration… Bridge Radio… General” in the left navigation column. Figure 4-27 “Bridge Radio - Settings” screen 4-27 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 76 Signal Strength Threshold: Defines the minimum signal strength allowed for each Auto Bridging device before it must find another path to transfer data. Options are 27%, 21%, 15%, 9% and None. – Broadcast SSID: Defines whether the SSID is being broadcasted across the network or not. 4-28 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 77: Bridge Radio Settings
If uncertain about which channel to use, click the “Select the Optimal Channel” (in 802.11b or g modes only) to let the radio scan for the channel with the least amount of interference. Clients will automatically determine which channel the access point is operating on. 4-29 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 78: Bridge Security
32-digit hexadecimal “Key” or click the “Key Generator” button to have the program generate a key automatically. Copy the key into all other bridge mode radios. All radios on a network must have the same key in order to communicate. 4-30 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 79: I/O Ports
(see Figure 4-30). This mode must be enabled to communicate with the I/O modules on a RAD-80211-XD-BUS radio. In Bridge mode, only one radio may be configured as the gateway. Under “Modbus TCP Parameters”, select 502 as the Port Number. 4-31 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 80: Serial Ports
(broadcast mode). Data sent into a bridge will be transmitted to the other bridge. If the radios are configured as multipoint bridges, all serial data received by any one bridge will be broadcast to all the other bridges. 4-32 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 81: Plc Interface (Rad-80211-Xd-Bus Only)
Modbus-based (RTU or TCP) PLC/PC or other Modbus Master device. The PLC interface page is used to configure communication parameters associated with the use of the RAD I/O. Refer to Section 5, “XD-BUS Configuration for I/O Modules (RAD-80211-XD-BUS only)” for complete system and configuration information. 4-33 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 82: Passwords
There are administrator passwords and monitor passwords. The administrator can make changes to the configuration whereas a monitor can only view information. To change or set passwords, click on “Configuration… Passwords” in the left navigation column. Figure 4-32 “Configuration - Password Modification” screen 4-34 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 83: Store And Retrieve Settings
A passphrase is required to protect/validate the file before it can be saved or retrieved from a PC. It prevents unauthorized users from applying the system configuration file to an unauthorized access point to gain access to the network. 4-35 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 84: Performance
Various maintenance screens are available. Click on “Maintenance… Register for Updates” in the left navigation column to send an e- mail address to Phoenix Contact. When firmware upgrades become available an e-mail notification will be sent to the registered e-mail address.
Page 85: Software Updates
“Update Firmware” button to install the update. Follow the messages that appear during the update process. Any configuration parameters previously entered should remain as configured after the update. Any new features will need to be configured. 4-37 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 86: Monitoring/Reports
The “Adjacent AP List” shows all access points that are within range of this access point. Selecting an access point and clicking the “Trust” button adds that access point to the list of trusted access points. This prevents an access point from being reported as a rogue access point. 4-38 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 87 Analog Output Module ............... 5-20 5.6.4 Digital Output Module ................ 5-21 5.6.5 Combination Input/Output Module ............. 5-22 5.6.6 Digital Pulse Input Module ..............5-23 5.6.7 Digital Pulse Output Module .............. 5-26 Accessing the XML file ..................5-28 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 88 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 89: Xd-Bus Configuration For I/O Modules (Rad-80211-Xd-Bus Only)
I/O attached to remotely mounted RAD-80211-XD-BUS radios (client mode). – Master PLC connects to the radio's serial port and uses Modbus RTU – Master PLC connects to the radio's Ethernet port and uses Modbus TCP 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 90: I/O System Configuration Overview
Modbus address set; Communications Timeout set and; a communications stream assigned. These parameters are found on the PLC Interface Configuration web page. Configure the radio as described in the following steps so that the I/O modules can be accessed. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 91 I/O attached to the radio to their fault state. The value should be set to the slowest machine or process function that the I/O (attached to the radio) is controlling. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 92 The RAD-80211-XD-BUS radio is designed to allow the I/O to be controlled from either Ethernet-based Modbus TCP or serial interface based Modbus RTU masters. When assigning the PLC I/O function to a communication stream, ensure that PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 93: Configuring Radios Connected To The Plc /Modbus Master
Configure the Modbus Gateway parameter to “Network Gateway” and enter “502” as the port number (refer to “Modbus/TCP Gateway” on page 4-31 Configure the RAD-80211-XD-BUS communication stream to the same communication stream as that used by the RAD-80211-XD-BUS unit’s I/O. Refer to “Serial Ports” on page 4-32). 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 94: I/O Module Descriptions
Each current loop is optically isolated. Internally there are four DIP switches that determine what happens to each current channel if the radio link is lost – either “fail to 2 mA” or “maintain the last known value.” PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 95: Addressing The Remote I/O
Within each command there will be a read or write request to certain registers. Table 5-1 and Table 5-2 are address maps that correlate each I/O channel to a Modbus register. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 96 Reserved Reserved Module #4 digital inputs Reserved Reserved Module #4 digital outputs Reserved Reserved Module #5 digital inputs Reserved Reserved Module #5 digital outputs Reserved Reserved Module #6 digital inputs Reserved Reserved Module #6 digital outputs 5-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 97 Module #2 Output 1 LSW Value Module #2 Output 1 MSW Value (Pulse mode only) Module #2 Output 1 Absolute or Differential Operation LSW Module #2 Output 1 Absolute or Differential Operation MSW Module #2 Output 2 LSW Value 5-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 98 81 Module #5 Input 1 Value Control Bit Module #5 Input 1 LSW Value 82 Module #5 Input 2 Value Control Bit Module #5 Input 1 MSW Value (Pulse mode only) Module #5 Input 1 LSW Value Store (Pulse mode only) 5-12 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 99 Module #7 Input 2 LSW Value Module #7 Input 2 MSW Value (Pulse mode only) Module #7 Input 2 LSW Value Store (Pulse mode only) Module #7 Input 2 MSW Value Store (Pulse mode only) Module #7 Output 1 LSW Value 5-13 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 100 Module #8 Output 1 Absolute or Differential Operation MSW Module #8 Output 2 LSW Value Module #8 Output 2 MSW Value (Pulse mode only) Module #8 Output 1 Absolute or Differential Operation LSW Module #8 Output 1 Absolute or Differential Operation MSW 5-14 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 101: Rotary Switches
I/O module 8-position rotary switch Register Scaling 5.5.1 Digital Channels A digital output channel can be turned on by writing a “1” to the digital output register, and off by writing a “0” to the output register. 5-15 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 102: Analog Channel Scaling
However, if a new value of 3 were written, the pulse module would produce enough pulses to wrap the 32-bit register around until it is reset to 0 and then delivers 3 more pulses. Therefore, the pulse register should be cleared periodically. 5-16 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 103 If using an OPC server, it may not write the clear register values with a single instruction. Use differential mode if the OPC server commands cannot clear the counter. There is no need to clear counters in differential mode. 5-17 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 104: Wiring And Fail Condition Dip Switches For The I/O Modules
Wiring and Fail Condition DIP Switches for the I/O Modules 5.6.1 Analog Input Module If using the Analog Input Module, use the wiring diagram shown in Figure 5-6. Figure 5-6 RAD-IN-4A-I Analog Input Module wire diagram 5-18 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 105: Digital Input Module
XD-BUS Configuration for I/O Modules (RAD-80211-XD-BUS only) 5.6.2 Digital Input Module If using a Digital (Discrete) Input Module, use the wiring diagram shown in Figure 5-7. Figure 5-7 RAD-IN-8D Digital Input Module wire diagram 5-19 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 106: Analog Output Module
RF link is lost. The options are Maintain Last State or Fault Off to a current value of approximately 2 mA. Release the top part of the housing to access the internal DIP switches. Figure 5-8 RAD-OUT-4A-I Analog Output Module wire diagram 5-20 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 107: Digital Output Module
RF link is lost. The options are Maintain Last State or Fault Off (open circuit). Release the top part of the housing to access the internal DIP switches. Figure 5-9 RAD-IN-OUT-8D-REL Digital Output Module wire diagram 5-21 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 108: Combination Input/Output Module
RF link is lost. The options are Maintain Last State or Fault Off (open circuit). Release the top part of the housing to access the internal DIP switches. Figure 5-10 RAD-OUT-8D-REL Digital Output Module wire diagram 5-22 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 109: Digital Pulse Input Module
The backup power terminals will not supply power to the transceiver or any other module on the bus connector. DIP Switch Settings Refer to Figure 5-10 on page 5-22 for DIP switch configurations. 5-23 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 110 If the pulse signal is expected to be of negative polarity, with respect to ground, set the module to differential input. If the signal is to remain positive at all times, set it to single ended. 5-24 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 111 XD-BUS Configuration for I/O Modules (RAD-80211-XD-BUS only) Diagnostic LEDs There are four diagnostic LEDs on the Digital Pulse Input Module. See Figure 5-12 for the meaning of each LED. Figure 5-12 Description of RAD-IN-2CNT Digital Pulse Input Module LEDs 5-25 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 112: Digital Pulse Output Module
PLC value written to it. If frequency mode is selected, the pulse output module will generate pulses with a 50% duty cycle. In frequency mode, the low or high speed switch setting is ignored. 5-26 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 113 10 Hz also with a 50% duty cycle. Diagnostic LEDs There are three diagnostic LEDs on the Digital Pulse Output Module. See Figure 5-14 for the meaning of each LED. Figure 5-14 Description of RAD-OUT-2D-CNT Digital Pulse Output Module LEDs 5-27 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 114: Accessing The Xml File
Excel spreadsheet, enter the IP address of the radio to be accessed in the following format: https://aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd/iodata.xml Figure 5-15 is an example of how the data is displayed for two I/O modules with rotary switch settings 5 and 6: Figure 5-15 Example of data display 5-28 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 115 RAD-80211-XD-WM ................6-4 RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator)............6-5 6.2.1 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS .......... 6-5 6.2.2 RAD-80211-XD-WM ................6-6 General Troubleshooting ..................6-7 Resetting the IP Address ..................6-9 6.4.1 DOS Command ................... 6-9 6.4.2 Hardware Reset................... 6-9 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 116 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 117: Radio Troubleshooting
RF Link Green RF link is established RF Data Green Flashing Data is being transmitted/received WAN Speed Green 100Base-T connection WAN Link Green Flashing Data is detected on Ethernet port Typical application error is a Modbus I/O timeout 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 118: Rad-80211-Xd-Wm
LED Status Description Color Green Flashing RS-232 data is being transmitted Green Flashing RS-232 data is being received Green Wired network is connected Green Transceiver has valid RF link with another transceiver Green Flashing Internal error has occurred PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 119: Rssi (Received Signal Strength Indicator)
-2 9 -4 8 -4 8 .3 A L IN -2 3 .5 - -2 3 L IN N (- D -8 L (+ Positive Probe to RSSI Connector Figure 6-3 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS RSSI voltage strength check 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 120: Rad-80211-Xd-Wm
Measuring the RSSI voltage provides a simple way to align antennas. This is very useful with longer distance communication systems where directional antennas are positioned using a simple volt meter and adjusting the antennas based on change of signal strength PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 121: General Troubleshooting
3 m (10 ft.) of each other. This way there will be a strong radio signal, and programming each radio will not involve traveling to a remote site. Refer to Table 6-4 to help identify various problems and possible solutions. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 122 (e.g. 192.168.254.xxx). – The Subnet Mask should be the same in each device. – The LAN Link and Duplex selection in the radio should match the settings of the connected wired network. Select Auto if in doubt. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 123: Resetting The Ip Address
“admin” for the Admin user and “monitor” for the monitor user. To initiate a hardware reset, disconnect power from the radio and insert a jumper across pins 2 and 3 on the DB-9 RS-232 port. Reconnect power. Once startup is complete, remove the jumper. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 124 RAD-80211-XD... 6-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 125 Section This section informs you about – Dimensions and specifications Technical Data ..........................7-3 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS ............7-3 RAD-80211-XD-WM ..................7-4 Dimensions......................7-5 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 126 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 127: Technical Data
ON solid when 100 Base-T connection exists WAN SPEED OFF when no 100 Base-T connection exists Antenna connector MCX female (2x) Approvals/Conformance FCC ID (USA) NKRCM9 Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Wi-Fi® compliant 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 128: Rad-80211-Xd-Wm
ON solid when RF link is established ON solid when 100 Base-T connection exists OFF when no 100 Base-T connection exists Antenna connector RPSMA female (2x) Approvals/Conformance FCC ID (USA) NKRCM9 Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Wi-Fi compliant PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 129: Dimensions
Technical Data Dimensions Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-1 provide the basic dimensions of the RAD-80211-XD, RAD- 80211-XD-BUS and RAD-80211-XD-WM transceivers. Figure 7-1 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Transceiver Dimensions Figure 7-2 RAD-80211-XD-WM Transceiver Dimensions 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 130 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 131 Section This section informs you about – Ordering information for parts, assemblies, and accessories Ordering Information ........................8-3 RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Parts and Assemblies...... 8-3 RAD-80211-XD-WM Parts and Assemblies ............8-5 Additional Parts and Accessories ............... 8-6 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 132 RAD-80211-XD... PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 133: Ordering Information
Figure 8-1 shows the various parts and assemblies applicable to the RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS radios. Table 9-1 lists the part number and description for each item identified in Figure 8-1. Figure 8-1 Parts and Assemblies for the RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Radio 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 134 Ethernet cable assembly (purple), 8-position, one end RJ45 VS-08-LI-VSIP67-VSIP20-CF-5,0 1689598 (1P67), one end RJ45 (IP20), 5 m (16.40 ft.) long D-Sub cable assembly, 9-position, one male end & one CABLE-D 9SUB/B/S/300KONFEK/S 2302023 female end, 3.0 m (9.85 ft.) long PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 135: Rad-80211-Xd-Wm Parts And Assemblies
Protective cap, M12 port, for unused position PROT-M12 1680539 Sensor/actuator cable assembly, one end has 4-position, SAC-4P-M12MS/1,5-PUR 1668043 male M12 straight plug, other end has free wires, 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) long Protective cap, M12 port, for unused position PROT-M12-M 2736194 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 136: Additional Parts And Accessories
Surge protector for 2.4 GHz to 5.8 GHz antennas, connection CN-LAMBDA/4-5.9-BB 2838490 type N (female) to N (female) Adapter, MCX (male) to N (male), for connection to radio and RAD-CON-MCX90-N-SS 2885207 surge protector, 1.2 m (4 ft.) long PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 137: A Technical Appendix
C are used in modern applications, while classes D and E are hardly ever used. It is therefore usually sufficient if a network device only “recognizes” classes A, B, and C. Figure A-1 Location of Bits within the IP Address 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 138 The decimal points do not divide the address into a network and user address. Only the value of the first bits (before the first “zero”) specifies the network class and the number of remaining bits in the address. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 139 TCP/IP software is correctly installed and configured. As the first and second layers of the ISO/OSI reference model are not included in the test, they should be tested separately using the ping function. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 140 IP address is created when the bits of the IP address and the bits of the subnet mask are ANDed. Because the subnetwork is only recognized by local devices, the corresponding IP address appears as a “normal” IP address to all the other devices. PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 141 If ANDing gives a different result, the data telegram is sent to the subnetwork router. Figure A-3 shows an example of a Class B subnet. Figure A-3 Example for a Class B Subnet Mask 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 142 Computer/Host ID 255.255.255.252 2 Bits 255.255.255.248 3 Bits 255.255.255.240 4 Bits 255.255.255.224 5 Bits 255.255.255.192 6 Bits 255.255.255.128 7 Bits 255.255.255.0 8 Bits 255.255.254.0 9 Bits 255.255.252.0 10 Bits 255.255.248.0 11 Bits 255.128.0.0 23 Bits 255.0.0.0 24 Bits PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 143: B Appendices
Figure 3-9: RS-232 wiring diagrams and pinouts ..........3-11 Figure 3-10: RS-422/485 2-wire and 4-wire connections ........3-12 Figure 3-11: RAD-80211-XD-WM 2-wire and 4-wire connections ......3-13 Figure 3-12: RAD-80211-XD or RAD-80211-XD-BUS Redundant Antenna Connections ..................3-14 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 144 “Bridge Radio - Security” screen ............4-30 Figure 4-30: “Ethernet Ports Configuration” screen ..........4-32 Figure 4-31: “Serial Ports Configuration” screen ..........4-33 Figure 4-32: “Configuration - Password Modification” screen ......4-34 Figure 4-33: “Configuration – Store Retrieve Settings” screen ......4-35 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 145 ................... 6-5 Figure 6-4: RAD-80211-XD-WM RSSI voltage strength check ......6-6 Figure 6-5: Voltage vs. Signal Strength ............... 6-7 Section 7 Figure 7-1: RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Transceiver Dimensions . 7-5 Figure 7-2: RAD-80211-XD-WM Transceiver Dimensions ........7-5 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 146 Parts and Assemblies for the RAD-80211-XD-WM Radio ....8-5 Appendix A Figure A-1: Location of Bits within the IP Address ..........A-1 Figure A-2: Structure of IP Addresses ..............A-3 Figure A-3: Example for a Class B Subnet Mask ..........A-5 Appendix B PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 147: List Of Tables
Table 6-3: Expected Raw Data Throughput............6-7 Table 6-4: RAD-80211-XD... Troubleshooting Procedures........6-8 Section 7 Section 8 Table 8-1: RAD-80211-XD and RAD-80211-XD-BUS Part Listing....... 8-4 Table 8-2: RAD-80211-XD-WM Part Listing ............8-5 Table 8-3: Accessories ..................8-6 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 148 RAD-80211-XD... Appendix A Table A-1: Class Assignments ................A-2 Table A-2: Network and User Class Bit Assignments.......... A-2 Table A-3: Examples for Subnet Masks and Computer Bits........ A-6 Appendix B PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 149: B 3 Explanation Of Terms
198.105.232.4. The DNS system is, in fact, its own network. If one DNS server doesn’t know how to translate a particular domain name, it asks another one, and so on, until the correct IP address is returned. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 150 The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications and other information technology devices. HTTP (HyperText The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. Transport Protocol) IEEE (The Institute of An independent institute that develops networking standards. Electrical and Electronics Engineers) PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 151 PPTP (Point-to-Point A VPN protocol that allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP Tunneling Protocol) network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe. 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
Page 152 Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) TKIP (Temporal Key TKIP is a protocol used in WPA. It scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and, by Integrity Protocol) adding an integrity-checking feature, ensures that the keys haven’t been tampered with. B-10 PHOENIX CONTACT 2186_en_I...
Page 153 A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly. (Wireless Local Area Network) WPA (Wi-Fi Protected A wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption, which Access) can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server. B-11 2186_en_I PHOENIX CONTACT...
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