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DXM1200-X2 Controller Instruction
Manual
Original Instructions
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Chapter 1 DXM1200-X2 System Overview
DXM1200-X2 Models Key ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
DXM Hardware Configuration Overview........................................................................................................................................................ 7
DXM1200 Automation Protocols.................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DXM1200 Modbus Overview......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DXM1200-X2 Modbus Registers ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
DXM1200-X2 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 2 Quick Start Guide
Device Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Apply Power to the DXM1200-X2 Controller .........................................................................................................................................11
Binding and Conducting a Site Survey with the ISM Radio.................................................................................................................. 12
Set a Static IP Address ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Configuration Instructions............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
DXM Configuration Software Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Configuring the DXM1200-X2 Controller .............................................................................................................................................. 15
Connect the DXM1200 to the Software ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Configuration Example: Reading Registers on a Modbus Server Device ............................................................................................ 16
Chapter 3 ISM Radio Board (ID 1)
MultiHop Radio DIP Switches...................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Application Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Baud Rate and Parity............................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Disable Serial........................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Transmit Power Levels/Frame Size ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Modbus Registers for the MultiHop Radio Board Module ........................................................................................................................... 23
DIP Switch Settings for the Performance Gateway Radio Module.............................................................................................................. 23
Modbus Registers for the Performance Gateway Radio Module ................................................................................................................ 23
Alternative Modbus Register Organization ........................................................................................................................................... 24
Chapter 4 DXM1200 Processor Connections
DIP Switch Settings for the Base Board ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
Ethernet ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
USB ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Internal Local Registers (ID 199) for the DXM700, DXM1000, and DXM1200 ........................................................................................... 31
DXM1200-X2 as a Modbus RTU Client....................................................................................................................................................... 34
Set the Client and Server Port Parameters .......................................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 5 Cellular Modem Boards
Cellular Modem Board for LTE .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Cellular Power Requirements...................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Using the DXM Cellular Modem .................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Activating a Cellular Modem ................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Chapter 6 LCD and Menu System
Registers ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Push............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
ISM Radio .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
System Config ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47
ISM Radio ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47
Ethernet ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
LCD Contrast ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Reset..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
System Info.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Display Lock ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
DXM1200-X2 Modbus Registers for the LCD (Modbus ID 201).................................................................................................................. 49
Chapter 7 Working with Modbus Devices
Assigning Modbus IDs................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Modbus Operation ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
Wireless and Wired Devices........................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Modbus Communication Timeouts .............................................................................................................................................................. 53
MultiHop Networks vs DX80 Star Networks ......................................................................................................................................... 53

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Calculating the Communications Timeout for Battery-Powered MultiHop Radios................................................................................ 53
Calculating the Communication Timeout for 10–30 VDC MultiHop Radios.......................................................................................... 53
Adjusting the Receive Slots and Retry Count Parameters ................................................................................................................... 54
Calculating the Communication Timeout for a DX80 Star Network ...................................................................................................... 54
Modbus TCP Client...................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Configuration Instructions
Scheduler .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Create a Weekly Event ......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Create a One-Time Event ..................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Create a Holiday Event......................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Authentication Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Set the Controller to use Authentication ............................................................................................................................................... 57
Controller Configuration Authentication ................................................................................................................................................ 57
Register Flow and Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................. 58
Basic Approach to Configuration .......................................................................................................................................................... 58
Troubleshooting a Configuration........................................................................................................................................................... 58
Saving and Loading Configuration Files ............................................................................................................................................... 58
Uploading or Downloading Configuration Files..................................................................................................................................... 58
EtherNetIP Configuration............................................................................................................................................................................. 58
Configuring the Host PLC ..................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Configuring the Controller..................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Define the Network Interface Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 60
Configure your Ethernet Connection .................................................................................................................................................... 60
Configure your Cellular Connection...................................................................................................................................................... 61
Ethernet and Cellular Push Retries ............................................................................................................................................................. 61
Ethernet Push Retries........................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Cellular Push Retries ............................................................................................................................................................................ 61
Event-Action Rule or Log File Push Retries ......................................................................................................................................... 61
Chapter 9 PROFINET®
General Station Description Markup Language File.................................................................................................................................... 63
DXM PROFINET IO Data Model ................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Configure the DXM Controller for a PROFINET IO Connection.................................................................................................................. 63
Save and Upload the Configuration File ............................................................................................................................................... 19
Slots and Modules for the DXMR90-X1, DXM700, DXM1000, and DXM1200 PROFINET ........................................................................ 64
Configuration Instructions............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Install the GSD File............................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Change the Device IP Address............................................................................................................................................................. 67
Change the Device Name..................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Chapter 10 DXM1200-B2 and -X2 Accessories................................................................... 71
Chapter 11 Product Support and Maintenance
File System and Archive Process ................................................................................................................................................................ 73
Update the DXM Processor Firmware Using the DXM Configuration Software.......................................................................................... 74
Clear the Password on DXM700-Bx, DXM1000-Bx, or DXM1200-Bx Models ............................................................................................ 74
DXM1200 Documentation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 75
DXM Support Policy .................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Firmware Updates ................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
Website Information .............................................................................................................................................................................. 75
Feature Requests ................................................................................................................................................................................. 75
Potential DXM Issues ........................................................................................................................................................................... 75
DXM Security ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
Contact Us ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Radio Specifications for Performance and MultiHop (500 mW) ........................................................................................................... 76
Radio Specifications for Performance and MultiHop (1 Watt) .............................................................................................................. 76
RS-485 Communication Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 77
DXM1200-X2 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................. 77
Environmental Specifications (DXM1200) ............................................................................................................................................ 77
DXM1200-X2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................... 78
FCC and ISED Certification for 900 MHz 1 W and 500 mW Radios ........................................................................................................... 78
FCC Notices ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 78
FCC and ISED Approved Antennas............................................................................................................................................................. 79
FCC and ISED Certification for 2.4 GHz ..................................................................................................................................................... 79
FCC Notices ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 80
FCC and ISED Approved Antennas............................................................................................................................................................. 80
Mexican Importer......................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
ANATEL ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81

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Warnings...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty................................................................................................................................................ 82
Document Information ................................................................................................................................................................................. 82

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DXM1200-X2 Models Key .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
DXM Hardware Configuration Overview .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
DXM1200 Automation Protocols .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DXM1200 Modbus Overview................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
DXM1200-X2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
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Banner's DXM Logic Controller consolidates data from multiple sources using serial Modbus and local wireless networks to
provide data processing as well as accessibility for host systems as a platform for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
The DXM Controller contains four individual Modbus clients and one wireless gateway allowing for concurrent communication
withuptofiveindependentnetworks.Dataiscollectedintotheinternallogiccontrollertofacilitateedgeprocessing,protocol
conversion to industrial Ethernet, and pushing information to Web servers.
Inputs and Outputs Connectivity Logic Controller User Interface
N/A Cellular Action rules LCD screen
Sure Cross® radios Programming language LED indicators
Ethernet Scheduler RGB indicator
Internal micro USB Push to the cloud
RS-485 Client Data logging
Modbusregistersforinternallocalregisters(ModbusID199)
LocalRegisters Type Description
1–845 32-bitinteger Localdataregisters
846–849 32-bitinteger Reset,Constant,Timer
851–900 32-bitnon-volatileinteger Dataflash,non-volatile
901–1000  Reservedforinternaluse
1001–5000 Floatingpoint Floatingpointregisters,localdataregisters
5001–7000 32-bitinteger Localdataregisters
7001–8000 32-bitnon-volatileinteger Dataflash,non-volatile
>10000  Read-onlyvirtualregisters,system-leveldata
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DXM1200-X2 Controller
Connections include:
Connectivity—TheDXM Controller's wired and wireless connectivity options
make it easy to share data between local and remote equipment. The cellular
modem option eliminates the need for IT infrastructures to connect remote
equipment for sensing and control to IIoT cloud services. The integrated Sure
Cross® wireless radio enables Modbus connectivity to remote sensors,
indicators, and control equipment. Connect directly to any PLC and/or SCADA
system for easy integration into existing control or monitoring systems.
Banner Industrial Wireless radios have two types of networks that can be
used for creating applications and solving problems.
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet: Modbus/TCP (client/server) or Ethernet/IP
Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Client
Wireless Connectivity
Sure Cross Wireless Radio: DX80 900 MHz, DX80 2.4 GHz,
MultiHop 900 MHz, or MultiHop 2.4 GHz
Cellular modem: LTE-M (United States) or LTE-M/NB-IoT
(outside the United States)
Wireless Radio Networks
Performance Wireless Radio Network
Star topology (point-to-point between Gateway and Node
radios)
Battery-powered Node applications are more efficient in a star
topology
Six inputs and six outputs maximum per radio
MultiHop Wireless Radio Network
Tree topology between one client radio and many repeater
and/or server radios
Repeater radios add effectively unlimited radio network range
Full Modbus sensor register data collection as well as typical
local I/O like discrete, analog, etc.
Logic Controller—ProgramtheDXM Controller's logic controller using action rules and/or ScriptBasic language, which can
execute concurrently. The control functions allow freedom when creating custom sensing and control sequences. The logic
controller supports the Modbus protocol standards for data management, ensuring seamless integration with existing
automation systems. File and LCD password protection is an option.
Register Mapping
Cyclical Read rules from wireless devices or local wired
Modbus devices that include optional scaling, error conditions,
and the ability to activate a read rule
Cyclical or change of state write rules to wireless devices or
local wired Modbus devices with scaling
Modbus TCP Client read or write rules for external devices on
the network
Action Rules
Thresholds (IF/THEN/ELSE) with timers, minimum on/off time,
and logging options
Math/Logic Rules (arithmetic and bitwise operators)
Control Logic (logical operators and SR/T/D/JK flip flops)
Trending (multiple averaging filters)
Tracking (counts, on/off times)
Push data on conditions
Scheduler
Time/calendar-based events
Holiday skips
One-time events
Dynamic scheduler updating
Astronomical clock
Optional Text Programming Language
ScriptBasic to create variables, arrays, functions, loops, IF/
THEN/ELSE, logical and arithmetic operators, API commands,
register access, string functions and operators, time
commands
Data Logging
Cyclic data/event logging
User Interface—AsimpleuserinterfaceconsistsofanLCDscreenandfourLEDindicators.
User programmable LCD
Bind Sure Cross radios
Conduct a site survey to evaluate the radio signal integrity of
radios within the network
View register and output information
View system status and configuration
API Interface
Host Initiated control
Web service integration
User-Defined LED indicators
Indicates the status of the DXM Controller, processes, or
equipment
One male M12 connection that provides common power and ground
to all M12 Modbus ports
1.
One 100 Mbps Ethernet port (female) that uses an M12 D-coded
Ethernet connection (Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and
Configuration/discovery port)
2.
Cellular antenna connection for 4G LTE-M network connectivity
(cellular modem and antenna sold separately)
3.
Four Modbus client connections using female M12 connectors (2-wire
RS-485 physical transceiver with power/ground at each connector)
4.
ISM radio antenna connection for 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz frequency
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User-Defined RGB indicator Indicates the status of processes and alarm states
DXM1200-X2 Models Key
Model Family Base - Base Radio Configuration
DXM1200 - X2 R1
Blank - Low-profile housing
One 4-pin female M12 D Code Ethernet
connector
Four female M12 connectors for Modbus
client connections
One 5-pin male M12 power and RS-485
connector
X2-Modbuscontrollerfordata
aggregation of sensors and wireless
networks with external ISM and
cellular antennas
Blank - None
R1 - 900 MHz, 500 mW PE5 Performance Radio (North America)
R2 - 900 MHz, 500 mW HE5 MultiHop Data Radio (North
America)
R3 - 2.4 GHz, 65 mW PE5 Performance Radio (Worldwide)
R4 - 2.4 GHz, 65 mW HE5 MultiHop Data Radio (Worldwide)
Custom products are available and are designated with a 6-digit number following the standard model number, such as
DXM1200-X2R1-123456. For more information about ordering a product customized for your specific needs, contact Banner
Engineering Corp.
Some example models include, but are not limited to, the following:
Models Description
DXM1200-X2 DXM1200-X2 Wireless Controller without a DX80 ISM radio
DXM1200-X2R1 DXM1200-X2 Wireless Controller with DX80 ISM 900 MHz radio
DXM1200-X2R2 DXM1200-X2WirelessControllerwithDX80ISM900MHzMultiHopradio
DXM1200-X2R3 DXM1200-X2WirelessControllerwithDX80ISM2.4GHzradio
DXM1200-X2R4 DXM1200-X2WirelessControllerwithDX80ISM2.4GHzMultiHopradio
Cellular Communications—ControllersacceptBannerLTE-M(CATM1)modemsonly.Cellularmodemsareordered
separately as accessories under the following part numbers:
LTE CAT-M1 AT&T (North America only):SXI-CATM1ATT-001
LTECAT-M1Verizon(UnitedStatesonly):SXI-CATM1VZW-001
LTECAT-M1/NB-IoTMulti-Carrier(Europeonly):SXI-CATM1WW-001
For more information, refer to the technical note Activating a Cellular Modem (p/n 205026).
DXM Hardware Configuration Overview
The DXM1200-X2 Wireless Controller can have multiple configurations. The DXM Controller will have a model number label
on the housing. Use the model number and model table above to identify which boards are included in the controller.
When opening the DXM Controller, follow proper ESD grounding procedures.
IMPORTANT:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive device
ESD can damage the device. Damage from inappropriate handling is not covered by warranty.
Use proper handling procedures to prevent ESD damage. Proper handling procedures include
leaving devices in their anti-static packaging until ready for use; wearing anti-static wrist straps;
and assembling units on a grounded, static-dissipative surface.
The top housing contains the LCD display board. The display board is connected to the base board using a ribbon cable with
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DXM Controller base board
*SIM card is located on the underside of installed modem
Cell Modem
Antenna Cable
SIM card*
location Micro USB
ISM
Radio
Board
Cellular Antenna Placement
DXM1200 Automation Protocols
The DXM Controller supports the following automation protocols.
Modbus® RTU
The DXM Controller manages separate physical ports running
the Modbus RTU protocol. The DXM Controller is the Modbus
clientwhenoperatingtheModbusclientRTUport.TheDXM
Controller uses the client Modbus RTU bus to communicate
with locally connected Modbus devices or uses the Banner
wireless radio to communicate with remote Modbus devices.
Modbus TCP/IP
A host system acting as a Modbus client can access the DXM
Controller using the Modbus TCP/IP protocol over Ethernet.
Standard Modbus port 502 is used by the DXM Controller for
all Modbus TCP/IP requests.
All internal registers are available to the host system
concurrently with Modbus RTU.
By default, Modbus TCP/IP client is active. If you are using the
DXM as a Modbus TCP client, configure the DXM Controller
using Modbus TCP rules in the DXM Configuration Software.
EtherNet/IP™
The Ethernet port is actively running EtherNet/IP. From the
factory, the DXM Controller is configured to read and write
registers on DX80 wireless devices 1 through 16. Custom
individual local register configurations can be set with the
Protocol Conversion field in the DXM Configuration Software.
By default, EtherNet/IP is active.
EtherNet/IP registers are limited to 228 registers set as E/IP
Originator to DXM and 228 registers set as DXM to Originator.
PROFINET® (DXM1200-X2 only)
By default, PROFINET is disabled on the DXM1200-X2.
To configure the DXM1200-X2 for PROFINET
communications, PROFINET must be enabled using the DXM
Configuration Software. The DXM1200-X2 uses fixed Slot
sizes and locations in the Local Registers for the Input and
Output values. Module sizes supported are 64, 128, 256, and
512 bytes which range from 32 to up to 256 Local Registers in
the DXM1200-X2.
Modbus®isaregisteredtrademarkofSchneiderElectricUSA,Inc. PROFINET®isaregisteredtrademarkofPROFIBUS
Nutzerorganisation e.V. EtherNet/IP™isatrademarkofODVA,Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks cited are
thepropertyoftheirrespectiveowners.
DXM1200 Modbus Overview
The DXM Controller uses internal 32-bit registers to store information. The processor's internal Local Registers serve as the
main global pool of registers and are used as the common data exchange mechanism. External Modbus device registers can
be read into the Local Registers or written from the local data registers.
The DXM Controller, as a Modbus client device, exchanges data using the Local Registers. Modbus over Ethernet (Modbus/
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Using Action, Read/Write, and Threshold Rules allows you to manipulate the processor's Local Registers. The ScriptBasic
programming capabilities extends the use of Local Registers with variables to create a flexible programming solution for more
complex applications.
The processor's Local Registers are divided into three different types: integer, floating point, and non-volatile. When using
Local Registers internally, the user can store 32-bit numbers. Using Local Registers with external Modbus devices follows the
Modbus standard of a 16-bit holding register. Local Registers are accessible as Modbus ID 199.
Accessing the I/O Base and the LCD follows the same communication as an external Modbus device. Each device has an ID
number to uniquely identify itself. The LCD is Modbus ID 201.
DXM Controller Modbus overview
Ethernet
RS-485 (client)
Internal
Micro USB
Processor/Outputs (Base Board)
Local Registers
(Modbus ID 199)
Processor Controller
ISM Radio (Modbus ID 1)
User Display (Modbus ID 201)
Local Registers
Integer
Local Registers
Float
Local Registers
Non-Volatile
Cellular Modem
Modbus Data Traffic
Control
Gateway or MultiHop
LCD / LED
DXM1200-X2 Modbus Registers
The DXM1200-X2 Wireless Controller may have up to three internal Modbus server devices:
DXM1200-X2 internal Modbus IDs (factory default)
Modbus ID Device
1DX80PerformanceGatewayorMultiHopISMRadio—MultiHopwirelessdevicesconnectedtotheinternalMultiHopradio
should be assigned Modbus IDs starting at 11.
199 LocalRegisters—InternalstorageregistersoftheDXM Controller
201 LCD, LED, and RBG Indicator - The user has access to the LCD, LED Indicators, and RGB Indicator on the DXM Controller.
All Modbus registers are defined as 16-bit Modbus Holding Registers. When connecting external Modbus server devices,
only use Modbus IDs 2 through 198. The Modbus IDs for the local registers, LCD, and ISM radio are fixed.
ModbusregistersfortheLCDboard(ModbusID201)
ModbusRegister LED Color State
1102 : bit 0 LED1 Red
1 = On
0=Off
1103 : bit 0 LED2 Green
1104 : bit 0 LED3 Blue
1105: bit 0 LED4 Amber
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ModbusRegister LED Color State
1106: bit 0 Backlight 
Modbus Registers for the ISM Radio (Modbus ID 1)—See"Modbus Registers for the MultiHop Radio Board Module" on page
23 and "Modbus Registers for the Performance Gateway Radio Module" on page 23.
DXM1200-X2 Dimensions
All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise.
DXM1200-X2 dimensions

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Configuration Instructions................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
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Apply Power to the DXM1200-X2 Controller
Use the following wiring diagrams to wire power and communication to the DXM Controller. Connecting power to the
communicationpinswillcausepermanentdamage.FollowthestepstopoweryourDXMusingawallplug.
Equipment used:
DXM1200-X2
PSW-24-1 DC power supply with multi-blade wall plug, 100–240 V AC 50/60 Hz input, 24 V DC 1 A output, UL Listed
Class 2, 4-pin female M12 connector
Ports 0-4 female connector
Port 0–4 5-pin M12 Connector (female) Pin Wire Color Description
2
3
4
1
5
1 Brown (bn) 12 V DC to 30 V DC
2 White (wh) RS485 / D1 / B / +
3 Blue (bu) DC common (GND)
4 Black (bk) RS485 / D0 / A / -
5 Gray (gy) Not used/reserved
Port 0 male connector
Port 0 4-pin M12 Connector (male) Pin Wire Color Description
1
4
3
2
1 Brown (bn) 12 V DC to 30 V DC
2 White (wh) RS485 / D1 / B / +
3 Blue (bu) DC common (GND)
4 Black (bk) RS485 / D0 / A / -
IMPORTANT:
Never operate a radio without connecting an antenna
Operating radios without an antenna connected will damage the radio circuitry.
To avoid damaging the radio circuitry, never apply power to a Sure Cross® Performance or Sure
Cross® MultiHop radio without an antenna connected.
CAUTION:
Electrical damage
Wiring devices incorrectly causes electrical damage.
Do not apply more than 12 V to pins 2 or 4 for ports 1 through 4.
Quick Start Guide
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D-coded industrial Ethernet connector
4-pin Industrial Ethernet Connector (female) Pin Wire Color Description
1
4 3
2
1 Black (bk) +Tx
2 Red (rd) +Rx
3 Green (gn) –Tx
4 White (wh) –Rx
Binding and Conducting a Site Survey with the ISM Radio
Before the ISM radio can communicate, the ISM radio within the DXM must be bound to the other radios in the wireless
network.
Use the DXM LCD menu to bind external radios to the internal ISM radio.
If you are having difficulty running binding or site surveys, it may be because of the speed of the XML configuration file or
script running on the DXM. To resolve this issue, try one of the following options:
Disable the XML and script by setting DIP switch 4 on the processor board to ON and cycling the power to the DXM.
After binding the devices, turn DIP switch 4 back OFF and cycle power again to return to normal operation of the XML
and script.
Adjust the XML or script to slow down the RTU read or write rules.
Upload a blank XML, bind all devices, then upload the configured XML file.
Bind a DX80 Node to a DXM and Assign the Node Address
Binding Nodes to a Gateway ensures the Nodes only exchange data with the Gateway they are bound to. After a Gateway
enters binding mode, the Gateway automatically generates and transmits a unique extended addressing (XADR), or binding,
code to all Nodes within range that are also in binding mode. The extended addressing (binding) code defines the network,
and all radios within a network must use the same code.
Connect the PSW-24-1 power supply into the DXM Controller, aligning the keys in the connector, and hand tighten.
1.
Plug the PSW-24-1power supply into a power outlet using the appropriate regional wall adapter.
2.
Apply power to all the devices.
Separate radios by two meters when running the binding procedure. Put only one DXM Gateway into binding mode at
a time to prevent binding to the wrong Gateway.
1.
Enter binding mode on the DXM radio:
2.
Use the arrow keys to select the ISM Radio menu on the LCD and press ENTER.
a.
Highlight the Binding menu and press ENTER.
b.
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◦
Assign the Node address to the Node.
For Nodes without rotary dials: Use the DXM arrow keys to select the Node address to assign to the DX80
Node about to enter binding mode. The DXM assigns this Node address to the next Node that enters binding
mode. Only bind one Node at a time.
For Nodes with rotary dials: Use the Node's rotary dials to assign a valid decimal Node Address (between 01
and 47). The left rotary dial represents the tens digit (0 through 4) and the right dial represents the ones digit
(0 through 9) of the Node Address. You can leave the DXM "Bind to" address set to 1 because the Node's
rotary dials will override that setting.
3.
Start binding mode on the DXM radio by pressing ENTER on the DXM radio.
4.
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Enter binding mode on the DX80 Node.
For housed radios, triple-click button 2.
For board-level radios, triple-click the button.
For Nodes without buttons, refer to the Node's datasheet for instructions on entering binding mode.
The left and right LEDs flash alternately and the Node searches for a Gateway in binding mode. After the Node binds,
the LEDs stay solid momentarily, then they flash together four times. The Node automatically exits binding mode and
reboots.
5.
Label the Node with the assigned address number for future reference.
6.
Press BACK on the DXM to exit binding mode for that specific Node address.
The Node LEDs continue to flash red until the DXM exits binding mode with that Node address.
7.
Repeat these steps for as many DX80 Nodes as are needed for your network.
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Bind a MultiHop Radio to a DXM and Assign the Device ID
Before beginning the binding procedure, apply power to all the devices. Separate radios by two (2) meters when running the
binding procedure. Put only one DXM MultiHop client radio into binding mode at a time to prevent binding the server or
repeater radios to the wrong client radio.
Binding MultiHop radios ensures all MultiHop radios within a network communicate only with other radios within the same
network. The MultiHop client radio automatically generates a unique binding code when it enters binding mode. This code is
transmitted to all radios within range that are also in binding mode. After a repeater/server radio is bound, the repeater/server
radio accepts data only from the client radio to which it is bound. The binding code defines the network, and all radios within
a network must use the same binding code.
Conduct a Site Survey from the DXM
Conduct a Site Survey to verify the wireless communication between the radios within your wireless network. Conduct the
site survey when the Nodes and DXM Controller are at the proposed installation sites to determine each radio's signal
strength with the DXM.
For a DX80 network, the Gateway controls the site survey and the results display on the LCD. Running a site survey on a
DX80 network does not affect the throughput of the DX80 network. The DX80 Gateway-Node system can run a site survey
analysis while the network is operational. For a MulitHop network, the client device passes the site survey request to the
intended Modbus server device. The Site Survey runs and the results display on the LCD. Running a site survey on a
MultiHop network stops all network traffic to that device.
When you are finished binding, press BACK on the DXM until you return to the main menu.
9.
Enter binding mode on the DXM radio:
1.
Use the arrow keys select the ISM Radio menu on the LCD and press ENTER.
a.
Highlight the Binding menu and press ENTER.
b.
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Assign the device address to the repeater or server radios. Valid device IDs are 11 through 60.
For MultiHop radios without rotary dials: Use the DXM arrow keys to select the device ID to assign to the
MultiHop radio about to enter binding mode. The DXM assigns this device ID to the next radio that enters
binding mode. Only bind one server radio at a time.
For MultiHop radios with rotary dials: Use the MultiHop radio's rotary dials to assign a device ID . The left
rotary dial represents the tens digit (1 through 6) and the right dial represents the ones digit (0 through 9) of
the device ID. You can leave the DXM "Bind to" address set to 1 because the MultiHop's rotary dials will
override that setting.
2.
Start binding mode on the DXM radio by pressing ENTER on the DXM radio.
3.
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After entering binding mode on the DXM, put the MultiHop repeater or server radio into binding mode.
For housed radios, triple-click button 2.
For board-level radios, triple-click the button.
For radios without buttons, refer to the radio's datasheet for instructions on entering binding mode.
After binding is completed, the MultiHop radio automatically exits binding mode and begins operation.
4.
Press BACK on the DXM to exit binding mode for that specific device address.
The MultiHop radio's LEDs continue to flash red until the DXM exits binding mode with that MultiHop radio.
5.
Label the MultiHop radio with the assigned address number for future reference.
6.
Repeat these steps, changing the device address, for as many MultiHop radios as are needed for your network.
7.
When you are finished binding, press BACK on the DXM until you return to the main menu.
All radio devices begin to form the network after the client data radio exits binding mode.
8.
On the DXM: Use the arrow buttons to select the ISM Radio menu and press ENTER.
1.
Select the Site Survey menu and press ENTER.
2.
Use the Up or Down arrows to select the device ID number and press ENTER to run the site survey with that radio.
The site survey results display as green, yellow, red, and missed packets. Green indicates the highest signal strength,
then yellow, and red. Missed packets were not received.
3.
When you are finished running the Site Survey, press Back twice to return to the main menu and exit site survey
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If the Site Survey fails (100 missed packets), verify the radios are at least 10 feet from the DXM and/or rerun the binding
procedure. If you find poor signal quality, common solutions include moving the DXM to a more central location relative to the
Nodes or using higher-gain antennas on the DXM. Contact your local Banner Engineering representative for assistance.
Set a Static IP Address
Change the IP address of the DXM to connect to a local area network, Modbus TCP/IP host controller, or EtherNet/IP host
controller.
There are two ways to set the IP address: using the DXM's LCD menu or using the configuration software to change the XML
file. IP addresses entered into the LCD menu system override the IP addresses in the XML configuration files. To use the IP
addresses set in the XML configuration file, clear the IP addresses from the menu system.
System Config menu options
System Config to change the value
to accept
ENTER
BA CK to return to the previous menu
↑↓
Ethernet DHCP Update DHCP Mode
IP:
SN:
GW:
Reset
Update IP Address
Update SN
Update GW Address
Resets Ethernet parameters
to xml defaults.
After making changes to the
Ethernet settings, restart the DXM.
Use this same procedure to set the subnet mask (SN) and default gateway (GW) to match your network requirements. Your
IT department can provide these settings if needed.
Configuration Instructions
DXMConfigurationSoftwareOverview
Configure the controller using the configuration software. Use this software to customize your configuration and to process
data from the Controller.
Download the latest version of all configuration software from http://www.bannerengineering.com. For more information on
using the DXM Configuration Software, refer to the instruction manual (p/n 209933).
On the DXM, use the arrows and move to the System Config menu. Press ENTER.
1.
Use the arrow keys to select the Ethernet menu. Press ENTER.
2.
Highlight the DHCP selection and press ENTER. Set DHCP to OFF.
3.
The system will request a restart, press ENTER to confirm.
4.
Follow steps 1 and 2 to reenter the Ethernet menu. Use the arrow keys to select IP. Press ENTER.
The IP address displays (for example, 192.168.0.1).
5.
Use the up and down arrows to change the IP address. Press ENTER to move to the next octet.
6.
Press ENTER on the final octet to accept the changes.
7.
Cycle power to the DXM.
The changes are saved on the DXM and the new IP address will be used.
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Overview of the DXM Configuration Software features
Internal Micro
USB
Ethernet
DXM Configuration Software
Local Registers
Register
View Utility
System
Settings
Register Mapping
Scheduler
Action Rules
ScriptBasic
XML Config File
The DXM Configuration Software configures the DXM Controller by
creating an XML file that is transferred to the DXM Controller using
an Ethernet connector or the internal micro USB connection. The
DXM Controller can also receive the XML configuration file from a
Web server using a cellular or Ethernet connection, depending on
your model.
This configuration file governs all aspects of the DXM Controller
operation.
The DXM Configuration Software allows the user to define
parameters for the Controller and then saves the configuration in
an XML file on the PC. After the configuration file is saved, upload
the XML configuration file to the Controller for operation.
The wireless network devices are a separate configurable system.
Use the DX80 User Configuration Software to configure the internal
DX80 wireless Gateway and the attached wireless Nodes. Use the
MultiHop Configuration Software if the internal radio is a MultiHop
device.
All tools can be connected to the DXM Controller using an Ethernet
connection or the internal micro USB.
Configuring the DXM1200-X2 Controller
This section walks you through setting up the DXM Configuration Software and communicating with a connected DXM
device. Version 4 of the DXM Configuration Software supports multiple DXM device models, each of which incorporates
different features.
After a DXM model is connected to your computer, the software automatically detects the correct model and loads the
appropriate screens. You may also manually select which model of DXM you are configuring if you intend to create a
configuration file without first connecting a device. This ensures that the interface and the configuration file use the correct
features.
Not all screens are available for all models. To change to another model of DXM, go to the Select Mode screen and use the
drop-down list to select another model. If the active configuration is incompatible with the selected model, you will be
prompted to either proceed and wipe out the active configuration or cancel the model change and preserve the configuration.
Connect the DXM1200 to the Software
Follow these steps to connect your DXM1200 to the software and download the existing configuration file.
On the computer, download the DXM Configuration Software v4 from the Banner Engineering website and install it.
1.
On the DXM: Apply power to the DXM.
2.
Connect the DXM Controller to the computer with an M12 to RJ-45 cable or skip if the DXM is connected to the same
network as the computer.
3.
On the computer: Launch the DXM Configuration Software.
4.
From the Connect to DXM menu, use the Select DXM Model drop-down list to select your controller model.
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Configuration Example: Reading Registers on a Modbus Server Device
The Local Registers are listed on the Local Registers›Local Registers in Usescreen.Thelocalregistersarethemainglobal
pool of registers that are defined by the user to store data within the DXM Controller.
The bottom status bar displays the communications status, application status, and the DXM Configuration Software version.
In this short example, we will configure the DXM Controller to read six registers on an external Modbus server device and
save the data into the local registers.
The software only loads a file to the DXM. Internal parameter settings that are changed in the software but not saved to the
file will not be sent to the device.
Define the Local Registers
Change the name and parameter settings for each Local Register under the Local Registers in Use screen. You may change
them individually (Edit Register) or in groups (Modify Multiple Registers).
Modify Multiple Registers - Configuration Example
Create an RTU Read Rule
Follow these steps to create a new read rule.
This example screen shows a read rule created to read six registers (address 1 through 6), from Modbus ID 4. The results
are stored in the Local Registers 1 through 6.
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On the menu bar, go to Device›Connection Settings.
If you are connected to the same network as the DXM, select TCP/IP and enter the DXM IP address. Click
Connect.
If you are using a USB cable, select Serial, then select the COM port that the USB cable is plugged into. Click
Connect. If you are unsure which COM port and multiple appear, attempt to connect to each one of them until
successful.
6.
After the DXM is connected to the software, click Device›Get XML configuration from DXM to download the current
XML file.
7.
Name and save the file to the computer.
8.
Step 1: Define the Local Registers.
1.
Step 2: Create an RTU Read Rule.
2.
Step 3: Create an RTU Read Rule for the DXM1200-B2 or -X2 Controller.
3.
Step 3: Set the Time
4.
Step 4: Save and Upload the Configuration File
5.
Click on the Modify Multiple Registers section of the Local Registers in Use screen.
Use this screen to quickly modify multiple local registers at a time.
1.
Select the range of registers to change.
2.
Select the fields to change in each local register.
In our example, registers one through six will be changed and the names will be GPS Reg followed by an auto-
incremented number. This example will also change the LCD permissions flag to Set, then Read to allow the values of
the local registers to display on the LCD.
3.
Click Modify Registers to apply your changes.
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Read Rules - Configuration Example
Create an RTU Read Rule for the ISM Radio of a DXM1200-B2 or -X2
Follow these steps to create a new read rule to access data from devices connected to the radio of a DXM1200-B2 or
DXM1200-X2.
This example creates a read rule to read six registers (1 through 6), from the radio (port 5) at Modbus ID 1. The results are
stored in the Local Registers 1 through 6.
From the Register Mapping›RTU›RTU Read screen, click Add Read Rule.
1.
Click the arrow next to the name to display the parameters.
2.
Name your rule.
3.
Select the device ID.
4.
Select how many registers to read, and the beginning register.
5.
Define the register type, how often to read the register, and any other appropriate parameters.
6.
If necessary, select the error condition. For this example, if the read function fails after three attempts, the read rule
writes 12345 to the DXM local registers. Notice the list of local register names this read rule is using.
7.
Define the port settings to be compatible with the connected devices.
1.
Go to the Register Mapping›RTU›RTU Configuration screen.
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Timeout controls how long the controller waits before determining a command has failed to send. Set the
Timeout based on the specific application requirements. The minimum Timeout interval for Radio (Port 5) is
62.5ms.
Delay between messages defines the minimum wait time before sending another command. Set the delay
based on the specific application requirements.
RTU Configuration screen
Go to the RTU configuration panel for Radio (Port 5).
b.
Modify the port settings as needed.
c.
From the Register Mapping›RTU›RTU Read screen, click Add Read Rule.
2.
Click the arrow next to the name to display the parameters.
3.
Name your rule.
4.
Select the port number to which the device is connected. For wireless devices, this is Radio (Port 5).
5.
SelecttheModbusIDofthedevice.Forwirelessdevices,thisisModbus ID 1.
6.
Select how many registers to read and select the beginning register.
Refer to the Modbus Holding Register table within the documentation for each server device.
7.
Define the register type, how often to read the register, and any other appropriate parameters.
8.
If necessary, select the error condition. For this example, if the read function fails after three attempts, the read rule
writes 12345 to the DXM local registers. Notice the list of local register names this read rule is using.
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Set the Time
Use the Settings›System screen to define the time zone and daylight saving option. The time zone and DST options are
saved into the configuration file.
Settings > System > Device Time
Save and Upload the Configuration File
After making any changes to the configuration, you must save the configuration files to your computer, then upload it to the
device.
Changes to the XML file are not automatically saved. Save your configuration file before exiting the tool and before sending
the XML file to the device to avoid losing data. If you select DXM › Send XML Configuration to DXM before saving the
configuration file, the software will prompt you to choose between saving the file or continuing without saving the file.
Read Rules - Configuration Example
Go to the Settings›System screen.
1.
If you connect the DXM to a computer, click Sync PC Time with Device to set the time on the DXM to match the time
of the computer.
2.
Set your time zone and select whether or not your device observes daylight saving time (DST).
3.
Save the XML configuration file to your hard drive by going to the File›Save As menu.
1.
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Go to the DXM›Send XML Configuration to DXM menu.
Status indicator bar
If the Application Status indicator is red, close and restart the DXM Configuration Tool, unplug and re-plug in
the cable and reconnect the DXM to the software.
If the Application Status indicator is green, the file upload is complete.
If the Application Status indicator is gray and the green status bar is in motion, the file transfer is in progress.
After the file transfer is complete, the device reboots and begins running the new configuration.
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