B&B Electronics ZXT9-IO-222R2 User manual

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Zlinx Xtreme I/O
Documentation Number: Zlinx Xtreme IO
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CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.....................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 PREREQUISITES...........................................................................................................................................................................1
1.3 SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................................................................................1
1.4 INSTALLATION INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................................................1
1.5 ABOUT THIS MANUAL .................................................................................................................................................................2
1.6 ZLINX XTREME I/O PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SUMMARY...........................................................................................................4
2. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 ZLINX XTREME I/O PRODUCT MODELS ......................................................................................................................................5
2.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS..................................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 ZLINX XTREME I/O MODES OF OPERATION................................................................................................................................6
2.3.1 Peer-to-Peer I/O Mode ...................................................................................................................................................6
2.3.2 Modbus I/O Mode............................................................................................................................................................7
2.3.3 Repeater Mode................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 I/O TYPES AND CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................................................................................8
2.4.1 Digital / Pulse Inputs .......................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.2 Digital Outputs .................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.3 Analog Inputs...................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.4 Analog Outputs................................................................................................................................................................8
2.5 USER INTERFACE COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.1 Radio Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) LEDs...........................................................................................................10
2.5.2 Mode LEDs.....................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.3 Wireless LED .................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.4 Power LED .....................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.5 I/O Status LEDs.............................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.6 Configuration Pushbutton.............................................................................................................................................10
2.5.7 Power & I/O Terminals..................................................................................................................................................11
2.5.8 USB Port.........................................................................................................................................................................11
3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................................12
3.1 RECOMMENDED PRACTICE BEFORE INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................12
3.2 RF SITE CONSIDERATIONS........................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................................................13
3.4 MOUNTING OPTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................13
3.4.1 Without the mounting ears...........................................................................................................................................13
3.4.2 With Mounting ears.......................................................................................................................................................13
3.5 CABLING OPTIONS....................................................................................................................................................................14
3.5.1 Cable Glands .................................................................................................................................................................14
3.5.2 Conduit Installation........................................................................................................................................................15
3.5.3 IP67 Membrane Cable Gland......................................................................................................................................15
3.5.4 Supplied Antenna..........................................................................................................................................................16
2.4 GHZ SUPPLIED ANTENNA:..............................................................................................................................................................16
3.5.5 Optional hardware.........................................................................................................................................................17
3.5.5.1 High Gain Omni Antenna ................................................................................................................................................................17
3.5.5.2 High Gain Yagi Antenna .................................................................................................................................................................18
3.5.5.3 Antenna Cables& Connectors..........................................................................................................................................................19
3.5.5.4 Lightning Arrestors..........................................................................................................................................................................21
3.5.5.5 IP67 Power Supply ..........................................................................................................................................................................21
4. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................22
4.1 POWER WIRING ........................................................................................................................................................................22
4.2 I/O WIRING...............................................................................................................................................................................23
4.2.1 DI Wiring.........................................................................................................................................................................23
4.2.2 DO (Relay) Wiring.........................................................................................................................................................24
4.2.3 AI Wiring .........................................................................................................................................................................24

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4.2.4 AO Wiring .......................................................................................................................................................................24
5. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................................................25
5.1 ZLINX MANAGER SOFTWARE OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................25
5.2 COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................................25
5.3 INSTALLING ZLINX®MANAGER SOFTWARE.............................................................................................................................25
5.4 INSTALLING USB DRIVERS.......................................................................................................................................................26
5.5 ESTABLISHING CONNECTION TO PC..........................................................................................................................................26
5.6 STARTING ZLINX I/O CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE...................................................................................................................27
5.7 UNIT DISCOVERY......................................................................................................................................................................27
5.8 I/O CONFIGURATION OPTIONS..................................................................................................................................................29
5.8.1 Information Tab..............................................................................................................................................................29
5.8.2 Configuration Tab..........................................................................................................................................................30
5.8.3 Input/Output Tab............................................................................................................................................................30
6. CONFIGURATION & OPERATION .........................................................................................................................................31
6.1 CONFIGURING THE I/O..............................................................................................................................................................31
6.1.1 Wireless Settings...........................................................................................................................................................31
6.1.1.1 Transmit Power................................................................................................................................................................................32
6.1.1.2 Channel Number..............................................................................................................................................................................32
6.1.1.3 Network Identifier............................................................................................................................................................................33
6.1.1.4 Repeater Mode.................................................................................................................................................................................33
6.1.1.5 RF Data Rate....................................................................................................................................................................................33
6.1.1.6 AES Encription................................................................................................................................................................................34
6.1.2 Modbus Mode Settings.................................................................................................................................................36
6.1.3 Modbus I/O Addressing................................................................................................................................................37
6.1.3.1 Modbus Function Codes ..................................................................................................................................................................37
6.1.3.2 Modbus I/O Registers......................................................................................................................................................................37
6.1.3.2.1 Digital (Relay) Outputs ..............................................................................................................................................................37
6.1.3.2.2 Digital Inputs..............................................................................................................................................................................38
6.1.3.2.3 Analog Inputs.............................................................................................................................................................................38
6.1.3.2.4 Analog Outputs ..........................................................................................................................................................................38
6.1.3.2.5 Modbus Frequency / Counters Inputs.........................................................................................................................................38
6.1.3.3 Modbus I/O Addressing...................................................................................................................................................................40
6.1.4 Peer-to-Peer Mode Settings........................................................................................................................................40
6.1.4.1 Peer-to-Peer Master .........................................................................................................................................................................40
6.1.4.2 Peer-to-Peer Slave............................................................................................................................................................................41
6.1.5 Input/Output Settings....................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.5.1 Digital Input Configuration..............................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.5.2 Digital (Relay) Output Configuration..............................................................................................................................................43
6.1.5.3 Analog Input Configuration.............................................................................................................................................................43
6.1.5.4 Analog Output Configuration ..........................................................................................................................................................44
6.1.6 Exception Reporting......................................................................................................................................................45
6.1.6.1 Sample Modbus Exception Packet...................................................................................................................................................45
6.1.6.2 Digital Exception Format.................................................................................................................................................................45
6.1.6.3 Analog Exception Format................................................................................................................................................................45
6.1.7 Calibration ......................................................................................................................................................................46
6.1.8 Zlinx I/O Monitor ............................................................................................................................................................47
6.1.9 Saving the Configuration..............................................................................................................................................48
6.2 UPDATING ZLINX I/O FIRMWARE .............................................................................................................................................48
6.3 DIAGNOSTICS AND TESTING .....................................................................................................................................................50
6.3.1 Testing Modbus Mode Operation................................................................................................................................50
6.3.2 Testing Peer-to-Peer Mode Operation.......................................................................................................................50
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................51
7.1 TESTING DIGITAL AND ANALOG I/O.........................................................................................................................................51
7.1.1 Testing DI .......................................................................................................................................................................52
7.1.2 Testing DO (Relay O/P)................................................................................................................................................52
7.1.3 Testing AI in “Voltage” Mode .......................................................................................................................................52
7.1.4 Testing AO in “Voltage” Mode .....................................................................................................................................53
APPENDIX A: DEFAULT CONFIGURATION SETTINGS..........................................................................................................54

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APPENDIX B: PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................................55
APPENDIX C: EXPECTED LATENCY............................................................................................................................................57
APPENDIX D: MODBUS I/O ASSIGNMENTS................................................................................................................................58
APPENDIX E: ZLINX XTREME I/O MODELS AND FEATURES..............................................................................................59
APPENDIX F: CONVERT VOLTAGE/CURRENT TO DAC ........................................................................................................60
APPENDIX G: RADIO FREQUENCY BASICS...............................................................................................................................62
What is dBm?.................................................................................................................................................................................62
Lower Frequencies - Better Propagation...................................................................................................................................62
Range Performance......................................................................................................................................................................62
RF Noise.........................................................................................................................................................................................62
Fade Margin...................................................................................................................................................................................63
Remember Your Math..................................................................................................................................................................63
RF Attenuation and Line of Sight................................................................................................................................................63
Path Loss Rules of Thumb ................................................................................................................................................................................64
Antennas............................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Cable Loss.........................................................................................................................................................................................................64
APPENDIX H: TRANSMIT POWER - DBM TO MW CONVERSION........................................................................................66
GLOSSARY ...........................................................................................................................................................................................67
INDEX ....................................................................................................................................................................................................69

Overview
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Thank you for purchasing a Zlinx Xtreme I/O product! This product has been manufactured to the highest standards of
quality and performance to ensure your complete satisfaction.
1.1 Product Overview
Zlinx Xtreme I/O is an, outdoor rated industrial grade wireless product. Its IP67 rating along with wide temperature ratings
make it suitable for monitoring and controlling remote analog and discrete devices without the need for a separate enclosure
resulting in costs and space savings.
1.2 Prerequisites
This manual assumes that the user has basic electronics knowledge and basic understanding of wireless communications.
Users are strongly encouraged to read and understand the manual to its entirety. Setting up the wireless device without proper
knowledge and understanding could result in equipment damage and bodily injury.
1.3 Safety Information
WARNING
Exposure to RF energy is an important safety consideration. The FCC has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to
radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment as a result of its actions in Docket 93-62 and
OET Bulleting 65 Edition 97-01.
DO NOT:
Operate unless all RF connectors are secure and any open connectors are properly terminated.
Operate the equipment near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
All equipment must be properly grounded for safe operations. All equipment should be serviced only by a qualified technician.
1.4 Installation Information
Electrical Ratings
INPUT:
ZXTx-IO-222R2, 10.0 - 30.0 VDC Class 2 input only
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: 74°C maximum surrounding air ambient
WIRING TERMINALS:
Copper wire only
One conductor per terminal
Wire range: 10-28 AWG
Tightening Torque: 0.5 to 0.6 Nm.
Temperature rating of field wiring –105 °C minimum (sized for 60°C ampacity).
Please see the Quick Start Guide for UL Class 1 Division 2 installation instructions.

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1.5 About this manual
This manual has been created to assist you in installing, configuring, and using your Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules. Please read it
carefully and follow the instructions to achieve best results.
The manual is divided into the following major sections:
Table of Contents
The table of contents is hypertext linked in the electronic documentation. This allows rapid navigation to each chapter.
Overview
Overview section gives a general information on product standards compliance, prerequisites and safety information.
Product Introduction
This section covers the Zlinx Xtreme I/O models, package contents, modes of operation, IO types and characteristics and User
Interface components main features of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O products.
Hardware Installation
This section provides necessary information for mechanical installation of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules. Panel/machine mount
and conduit mount options are covered. Range estimates are shown for various terrains under different antenna options.
Installation instructions are included for both standard antenna and high gain antenna and cable options.
Electrical Installation
This section guides you through the wiring and termination for power supply as well as analog and digital I/Os.
Software Installation
This section guides you through the software and USB driver installation process. The Software Configuration screens are
explained in detail.
Startup & Configuration
In this section, both easy setup (through push button) and advanced setup using software are explained. Information about
setting the Zlinx Xtreme I/O module in Peer-to-Peer (Wire replacement) and Modbus mode are explained. Setting up I/Os,
calibration, exception reporting and configuring alarms is detailed.
Use Cases
This section provides setup & configuration instructions for setting up the product in Peer-to-Peer mode, and in Modbus mode
when configured with a Radio Modem.
Testing & Troubleshooting
Bench testing of the Zlinx Xtreme modules is explained in Peer-to-Peer and Modbus modes. The Built-in-Self-Diagnostics
section explains self diagnosis report by the module using supplied software.
Appendices
Appendixes include all essential reference information for Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules. Information found here includes a
comprehensive references and useful tables of product properties.
Product Technical Specification
This section contains detailed technical specifications about the Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules.

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Default Configuration Settings
All parameter default settings are listed.
Dimensional Drawings
The hardware dimensional drawings are shown.
Modbus I/O Register Mapping
This section explains the Modbus register mappings when I/O modules are communicating to a Modbus master
(PLC/SCADA/etc.) through a radio modem.
Convert Voltage / Current to DAC
Analog to Digital conversation for voltage and current I/Os are explained.
RF Basics
This section offers a good description of Proprietary Radio Frequency communication.
Zlinx Xtreme to Zlinx Gen II Compatibility
This section shows the compatibility of both indoor and outdoor versions of I/O modules and radio modems
Glossary
Glossary covers main terms which are relevant to the understanding of the Zlinx Xtreme I/O concept.
Index
Index includes major terms and page numbers where referenced in the manual.

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1.6 Zlinx Xtreme I/O
Product Specification Summary
Need to get an analog or a digital signal across a highway or river? Or just to the other end of your big warehouse? Zlinx
Xtreme I/O can do the job faster, easier, and less expensively than stringing cable. Easy plug-and-play set-up saves
installation and maintenance time.
Zlinx Xtreme I/Os are built to handle Xtreme hot and cold outdoor weather conditions.
IP67, Outdoor rated
Ranges to 40 miles.
Frequency ranges: ISM band, 902 to 928 MHz; 2.4 to 2.5 GHz.
Modulation: FSK –Frequency Shift Keying.
DSSS (2.4 GHz) and FHSS (900 MHz) Technology.
Signal strength indicator aids troubleshooting.
3 dBi for 900 MHz; 2.1 dBi for 2.4 GHz RPSMA male dipole.
Wide temperature range -40Cº to 74 Cº.
Versatile power: 10 to 30 VDC.
Software for Windows XP (Home or Professional SP3); Windows 2000 SP4; Vista 32 bit; Windows 7.
I/O Status Monitoring.
CE, CSA approvals.
Compatibility with Zlinx Gen II indoor models
AES Encryption –128 Bit on SR models, 256 Bit on LR models
Software Selectable Transmitter Power
Software Selectable Over-the-air Data Rate on LR models
Exception Reporting option.
Analog I/O Calibration option.
Failsafe option for analog and digital outputs.
Communication Failure Alarm option.
Analog Inputs - True 16-Bit with 0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-5V, 0-10V independent selections
Digital Inputs –PNP or NPN independent selections
Relay Driven Digital Outputs.

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2.1 Zlinx Xtreme I/O
Product Models
Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules provide easy-to-use, cost-effective Peer-to-Peer (wire replacement) or Modbus connectivity
solutions through license free wireless spectrum.
Figure 2-1 Zlinx Xtreme I/O Modules
.
Following I/O models are available:
1) ZXT24-IO-222R2 2.4 GHz, Short range, IP67 I/O module (2 Analog In, 2 Analog Out, 2 Digital In, 2 Relay Out)
2) ZXT9-IO-222R2 900 MHz, Long range, IP67 I/O module (2 Analog In, 2 Analog Out, 2 Digital In, 2 Relay Out)
2.2 Package Contents
Zlinx Xtreme IO Modules are shipped with the following items included:
Zlinx Xtreme I/O module.
Standard antenna.
Optional mounting ears
Mounting screws
oM4-0.7 25mm SS Phillips Pan Hd Machine Screws –qty. 4
oM4-0.7 x 25mm SS Hex Head Cap screws –qty. 4
oM4-0.7 DIN 985 A4 S/S Nylon Insert Lock Nuts –qty. 4
A printed version of the Modbus Mode Zlinx I/O Quick Start Guide.
A printed version of the Peer-to-Peer Mode Zlinx I/O Quick Start Guide.

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Product CD (consisting of Zlinx Xtreme I/O documentation and Zlinx Manager configuration software)
oZlinx I/O Manager Configuration Software.
oZlinx I/O Firmware Updater.
oUSB Driver for Xtreme Module
oZlinx Xtreme I/O manual in PDF format.
oZlinx Xtreme Radio Modem manual in PDF format.
oThe Modbus Mode Zlinx I/O Quick Start Guide in PDF format.
oThe Peer-to-Peer Mode Zlinx I/O Quick Start Guide in PDF format.
Note: A separate USB cable (not part of the contents) is necessary for programming the I/O module.
NOTE: the Cable Glands cannot be used for Class 1 Division 2 applications. Please see the
Quick Start Guide for additional information about UL Class 1 Division 2 installation
instructions.
2.3 Zlinx Xtreme I/O Modes
of Operation
Zlinx Xtreme I/O systems can operate in Peer-to-Peer or Modbus Slave RTU modes. 900 MHz I/O Modules can be configured
as repeaters to extend the radio coverage distance.
2.3.1 Peer-to-Peer I/O Mode
Peer-to-Peer configuration of IO modules is used in wire replacement applications for analog/digital IOs where cabling is not
possible or it is very expensive. Typical examples include remote monitoring and control applications in clean rooms, buildings
across parking lots or highways, remote water or fuel tank level monitoring, remote pump station control, etc.
In Peer-to-Peer mode, two Zlinx I/O modules of same type can be configured to provide wire replacement functionality. Input
count of one module must match the output count of the other module for both digital and analog types. For example, a pair of
2 analog input, 2 analog output, 2 digital input and 2 digital output I/O modules or a pair of 4 digital input and 4 digital output
modules can be configured in peer-to-peer mode. A pair of the following I/O modules is suitable for Peer-to-Peer configuration:
- ZXT9-IO-222R2
- ZXT24-IO-222R2
In this mode one Module is configured as a Master and the other as a Slave. It does not matter which end of the link is the
Master and which is the Slave. Analog and Digital Input signals connected to one module are mapped to the corresponding
analog and digital outputs on the other module and vice versa. Peer-to-Peer mode configuration can be established between
outdoor rated Zlinx Xtreme IOs and indoor rated Zlinx Gem II IOs.
Note: However, -MR versions of indoor rated Zlinx Gen II I/O modules are not compatible with Zlinx Xtreme modules.
Figure 1-2 Peer-to-Peer Mode

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2.3.2 Modbus I/O Mode
In Modbus mode, the Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules shall be configured as Modbus Slaves and can be controlled and monitored by
a Modbus RTU Master (such as a PLC, SCADA, HMI, etc). A serial radio modem acts as a data pipe & has to be connected to
the Modbus master through its serial port. Up to 247 wireless I/O modules can be remotely monitored and controlled by the
Modbus master. The I/O signals appear in the Modbus register map resident in the I/O module memory that can be accessed
by the master through the radio modem. Refer to Appendix –D for information about the Modbus register mapping.
Figure 2-2 Modbus I/O Mode
In Modbus I/O mode, up to 247 Zlinx I/O modules can be connected to a Modbus RTU master through a Radio Modem.
Modules of both Zlinx Xtreme (outdoor) and Zlinx Gen II (indoor) types can be mixed and matched as long as their frequency
rating is the same.
2.3.3 Repeater Mode
Figure 2-3 I/O Module as a Repeater
When a Zlinx Xtreme I/O Module is configured as a repeater, it relays data from a Modbus modem or an I/O Module and
extends the range of communication. In a Peer-to-Peer System, a repeater unit can be placed between the Master and the
Slave IO modules.
Only 900 MHz radios support the repeater functionality.
NOTE: Placing a repeater in a system will introduce an additional delay of 4ms. Each
repeater introduced in a system will cut the data bandwidth to half.

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2.4 I/O Types and Characteristics
The analog inputs, analog outputs and digital inputs are not isolated. They share the same common within the module. Digital
outputs are isolated through relay contacts.
2.4.1 Digital / Pulse Inputs
Digital Inputs can detect the status of discrete control devices, contact closures, transistor switches or on/off DC voltage
signals (low or high logic levels). Voltages below 1 VDC are interpreted as a low state. Voltages above 1 VDC up to 48 VDC
are interpreted as a high state.
Each digital Input is selectable between NPN (sinking) and PNP (sourcing) types. The digital Input terminals can accept
voltages in the range 0-48VDC.
The digital inputs can also be used as a pulse/frequency input in Modbus mode only. The maximum pulse frequency is 20
KHz.
2.4.2 Digital Outputs
Digital Outputs send on/off signals (low or high logic levels) to drive external devices such as indicators, relay coils or the
inputs of other equipment such as PLC‟s, SCADA, etc. Digital Outputs in Zlinx Xtreme I/O modules have a Form C Relay
(common, normally open and normally closed) rated at 4A and 250VAC.
2.4.3 Analog Inputs
Each analog input can be individually configured as voltage or current types. Following selections are available:
a) 0-10 Vdc
b) 0-5 Vdc
c) 0-20 mA
d) 4-20 mA
The data is automatically scaled as a 16 bit register (0-65,535) for full scale in the Modbus register. To see how to calculate
corresponding values in Modbus, refer to section Appendix F.
2.4.4 Analog Outputs
Each analog output can be individually configured as voltage or current types. Following selections are available:
a) 0-10 Vdc
b) 0-5 Vdc
c) 0-20 mA
d) 4-20 mA
The data is automatically scaled as a 12 bit register (0-4,096) for full scale in the Modbus register. To see how to calculate
corresponding values in Modbus, refer to section Appendix F.

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2.5 User Interface Components
RSSI LEDs
Mode LEDs I/O Status
LEDs
Wireless &
Power LEDs
Figure 2-4 External View of Zlinx Xtreme I/O module
USB Port Configuration
Pushbutton
Power & I/O
Terminals
Figure 2-6 Internal View of Zlinx Xtreme I/O module
The external and internal view of the I/O modules is shown as above.

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2.5.1 Radio Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) LEDs
The Signal Strength LEDs provide an indication of the signal strength of the received radio signal. 8 Green LEDs in a bar
graph format show the signal strength from Weak to Strong. The table below explains the RSSI LEDs:
LEDs Number
turned ON
Signal Strength
0
No signal
1-3
Weak
4-6
OK
7-8
Strong
Figure 2-7 RSSI LED Status Table
2.5.2 Mode LEDs
The I/O module operates in one of the following 3 modes and its status is shown by the corresponding green LEDs:
-Modbus
-Peer-to-Peer Master
-Peer-to-Peer Slave
2.5.3 Wireless LED
This LED will flash whenever wireless data is transmitted or received.
2.5.4 Power LED
1) A green status LED indicates that an adequate dc power is available to the module.
2) This LED will flash on Comm. Fail.
2.5.5 I/O Status LEDs
Green status LEDs show the status of the digital inputs and relay outputs in the I/O module
2.5.6 Configuration Pushbutton
The Configuration Button allows the user to select one of the following I/O operation modes without the need for a PC:
-Modbus
-Peer-to-Peer Master
-Peer-to-Peer Slave.
Follow the steps below to change the I/O module configuration mode using the Configuration Push Button.
1) Press and HOLD the PB until all MODE LED's flash.
2) A single LED will begin to flash, which depends on the mode the device is currently in. An example would be the P2P
Master LED will flash, if the device was in P2P Master mode.
3) Pressing the Config PB will increment through the other modes; P2P Slave, Modbus, etc.
4) If the Push Button is not pressed for 4 sec, the device will exit and select the mode that was indicated by the flashing LED.

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The following default settings established when the mode is changed:
ZXT24-IO-222R2
ZXT9-IO-222R2
Peer-to-Peer master mode
Radio Network:
0x0c
0x00
Radio ID Number:
0x11
0x11
Radio Output Power:
(4) 63mw
(4) 1w
Number of Retries:
10
10
AES Security:
Disabled
Disabled
P2P Address:
1
1
OTA Baud:
Fixed*
115200
P2P Polling Rate:
0 sec
0 sec
Peer-to-Peer slave mode
Radio Network:
0x0c
0x00
Radio ID Number:
0x11
0x11
Radio Output Power:
(4) 63mw
(4) 1w
Number of Retries:
10
10
AES Security:
Disabled
Disabled
P2P Address:
1
1
OTA Baud:
Fixed*
115200
P2P Slave Timeout:
30 sec
30 sec
Modbus mode
Radio Network:
0x0c
0x00
Radio ID Number:
0x11
0x11
Radio Output Power:
(4) 63mw
(4) 1w
Number of Retries:
10
10
AES Security:
Disabled
Disabled
Modbus Address:
1
1
OTA Baud:
Fixed*
115200
Modbus Slave Timeout:
30 sec
30 sec
* - “Fixed” for OTA Baud means that this parameter can‟t be changed and is equal to 250 Kbps.
Refer to section 6 for parameter descriptions.
2.5.7 Power & I/O Terminals
Screw terminals are provided for Power & I/O interface connections as shown. Refer to Chapter 4 for wiring information.
2.5.8 USB Port
The USB port is used to configure the I/O module and for firmware updates. The I/O module must be connected and powered for the
Zlinx Manager Software to detect the IO module. Refer to section 4 for software installation and section 5 for programming the unit.

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3. . H Ha ar rd dw wa ar re e I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n
3.1 Recommended Practice
Before Installation
Before installing a new system, it is recommended to bench test the complete system and make sure the modules function
satisfactorily. Refer to appropriate sections for your setup in Chapter 8 for reference.
In actual installations, poor communications can be caused by:
Incorrectly installed antennas.
Radio interference.
Obstructions in the radio path.
Bad weather
Signal out of range.
If the radio path is a problem, higher gain antennas would help improve the range.
3.2 RF Site Considerations
When installing any radio equipment it is important to give careful consideration to the installation location and the surrounding
area. Radio transmission and reception is affected by absorption, reflection and refraction of the radio signals. These factors
are determined by the distance between the transmitting and receiving antennas, the type, position and amount of
obstructions, antenna heights, frequency band and RF power used, and other factors.
There are several ways to optimize the RF environment to ensure satisfactory performance. A partial list of these follows:
Select the Zlinx Xtreme I/O radio option that provides sufficient power for your application. Lower frequencies travel
farther and are less affected by absorption in materials. Higher power levels generally provide greater penetration
through objects.
Select installation locations that come as close as possible to providing Line Of Sight access between the antennas.
Avoid installation locations where metal objects may block, reflect, refract or cause multipathing of radio frequencies.
In some cases reflections may enhance reception but in others it can cause problems.
Select installation locations to increase antenna heights.
Consider signal loss across antenna cables and connectors. User larger cables for low signal loss.
Select equipment enclosures made of materials that minimize RF attenuation.
Avoid locations with other radio equipment that may cause interference.
In some cases alternate types of antennas (more directional) or remote antenna mounting (outside of enclosures or
at a higher elevation) may be required.
As necessary, site survey should be carried out. Sometimes small changes in location can make a significant improvement to
coverage. For RF information see Appendix G.

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3.3 Dimensional Information
The dimensional information with mounting holes is shown below.
Figure 3-1 Dimensional Information
3.4 Mounting Options
The Zlinx Xtreme I/O module can be panel or machine mounted. The module can be mounted with or without the optional
mounting ears.
3.4.1 Without the mounting ears
The Zlinx Xtreme can be mounted on a back panel or a machine by removing the top lid. The top lid is removed by unscrewing
the 4 corner screws. The module can be mounted using the supplied screws and nuts through the corner holes. Once
secured, fasten the top cover.
3.4.2 With Mounting ears
4 optional mounting ears and screws are supplied as accessories. The ears can be attached to the Zlinx Xtreme by removing
the top cover and securing through the corner holes. The module then can be mounted on the panel by marking the position of
the holes on the back panel. Fig 3-2 shows the mounting scheme with ears.

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Figure 3-2 Mounting Ear dimensions
3.5 Cabling Options
The Zlinx Xtreme module has two holes of 0.875” diameter for cable installation. Cable gland or conduit mounting is possible.
A cable gland and conduit hub are included as accessories. Unused hole must be plugged by the supplied membrane gland in
order to maintain IP67 rating.
3.5.1 Cable Glands
NOTE: the Cable Glands cannot be used for Class 1 Division 2 applications. Please see the Quick Start
Guide for UL Class 1 Division 2 installation instructions.
A Cable Gland is used to maintain the water tight rating while allowing a cable to enter the enclosure. The assembly consists
of black molded nylon body, hex nut, cable nut and a rubber gasket and cable seal.
Figure 3-3 IP67 Cable Gland