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- Page 1 W315A/325A User’s Manual Second Edition, March 2011 www.moxa.com/product © 2011 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
W315A/325A User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2011 Moxa Inc., All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
LED Indicators ............................ 2-3 Reset Button ............................2-4 Real Time Clock ..........................2-4 Hardware Connection Description ..................... 3-1 Installing the W315A/325A ........................3-2 Wiring Requirements ........................... 3-2 Connecting the Power ........................3-3 Grounding the Unit ........................3-3 Connecting Data Transmission Cables ....................3-3 Connecting to the Network ...................... -
Page 4: Introduction
The W315A/325A wireless RISC-based embedded computers feature a GSM/GPRS module, RS-232/422/485 serial ports, and an Ethernet port in a small, rugged chassis. In addition, the W315A and W325A come with an SD socket, making them the ideal solution when the applications require external storage expansion. -
Page 5: Overview
The Linux-based operating system comes pre-installed and ready to run, providing an open platform for software development. Software written for desktop PCs can be ported easily to W315A/325A series embedded computers by using a common compiler, so you do not need to spend a lot of time modifying existing software code. -
Page 6: Product Features
W315A/325A Introduction Product Features W315A/325A series embedded computers have the following features: • MOXA ART 32-bit ARM9 RISC industrial communication processor • 16 MB built-in flash memory • RS-232/422/485 serial ports with software selectable interface • Baudrate between 50 and 921.6Kbps; supports non-standard baudrates •... -
Page 7: Physical Characteristics
W315A/325A Introduction LEDs System:Ready, SD LAN: 10M/Link, 100M/Link (on connector) Cellular: GPRS Enabled, GSM Signal Strength Serial: TxD, RxD Switches and Buttons Reset Button: Supports "Reset to Factory Default" Physical Characteristics Housing: Aluminum (1 mm) Weight: 195 g Dimensions: (without ears or antenna) 77 x 111 x 26 mm (3.03 x 4.37 x 1.02 in) -
Page 8: Hardware Block Diagrams
W315A/325A Introduction Hardware Block Diagrams W315A W325A... -
Page 9: Hardware Introduction
Hardware Introduction The W315A/325A series embedded computers are compact, well-designed, and built rugged enough for industrial applications. LED indicators help you monitor performance and identify trouble spots, multiple serial ports allow you to connect different devices for wireless operation, and the reliable and stable hardware platform lets you devote your attention to developing your applications. -
Page 10: Appearance
W315A/325A Hardware Introduction Appearance W315A W325A... -
Page 11: Dimensions
W315A/325A Hardware Introduction Dimensions W315A W325A LED Indicators LED Name LED Color LED Function Ready Green Power is on and functioning normally Power is off or a power error exists Green SD card is detected SD card is not detected... -
Page 12: Reset Button
W315A/325A Hardware Introduction Reset Button Hold in the reset button for 5 seconds to load the factory default configuration. After loading the factory defaults, the system will reboot automatically. We recommend that you use this function only if the software is not working properly. -
Page 13: Hardware Connection Description
Hardware Connection Description The W315A/325A wireless embedded computers support multiple connection types. GSM/GPRS, Ethernet, and one or more serial ports are built into every model. In addition, the computers come with a serial console port for monitoring bootup messages. All models include an SD storage socket for additional device and storage options. -
Page 14: Installing The W315A/325A
The W315A/325A embedded computers have built-in “ears” for attaching the embedded computers to a wall or the inside of a cabinet. We suggest using two screws per ear to attach the W315A/325A to a wall or cabinet. The heads of the screws should be less than 6.0 mm in diameter, and the shafts should be less than 3.5 mm in diameter. -
Page 15: Connecting The Power
Connect the SG wire to an appropriate grounded metal surface. Connecting Data Transmission Cables In this section, we describe how to connect the W315A/325A embedded computers to the network, serial devices, and a serial COM terminal. Connecting to the Network Plug your network cable into the embedded computer’s Ethernet port. -
Page 16: Connecting To A Serial Device
Signal Connecting an Antenna The W315A/325A embedded computers come with a 1 dBi antenna for GPRS communication. Connect the antenna to the SMA connector located on the front panel of the embedded computer. Connect the antenna to the computer by rotating it in a clockwise direction. -
Page 17: Installing A Sim Card
Installing an SD Card for Storage Expansion The W315A/325A embedded computers have an SD slot for storage expansion. The SD slot allows users to plug in a Secure Digital (SD) memory card compliant with the SD 1.0 standard for up to 1 GB of additional memory space, or a Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory card compliant with the SD 2.0 standard for up to 16... -
Page 18: Regulatory Approval Statement
Regulatory Approval Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 19 W315A/325A Regulatory Approval Statement Prohibition of co-location: This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Safety Information: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, when installing and/or operating this equipment, you should maintain a minimum distance of 20 cm between the transmitter and your body.
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