Banner Sure Cross DXM150-Bx User manual

DXM150-Bx and 1500-Bx Wireless Con-
troller Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
p/n: 190038 Rev. L
June 05, 2023
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Contents
Chapter 1 System Overview
System Overview for the DXM150-B1.......................................................................................................................................................... 5
System Overview for the DXM150-B2.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
System Overview for the DXM1500-B1........................................................................................................................................................ 7
System Overview for the DXM1500-B2........................................................................................................................................................ 8
HardwareOverview ................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DXM Configuration Software ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DXM Automation Protocols......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DXM Modbus Overview.............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Chapter 2 Quick Start Guide
DeviceSetup ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
ApplyPowertotheController ............................................................................................................................................................. 15
BindingandConductingaSiteSurveywiththeISMRadio................................................................................................................ 15
Set a Static IP Address ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17
ConfigurationInstructions.......................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Configuring the Controller.................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Introduction to Traditional Setup Mode ................................................................................................................................................ 18
BannerEngineeringCorpLimitedWarranty.............................................................................................................................................. 21
..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 3 ISM Radio Board (Slave ID 1)
MultiHop Radio DIP Switches..................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Application Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Baud Rate and Parity........................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Disable Serial....................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Transmit Power Levels/Frame Size ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
DIP Switch Settings for the Performance Gateway Radio Module............................................................................................................. 25
Chapter 4 Processor Boards
Processor Board for the DXM1x0 Models .................................................................................................................................................. 27
DIP Switch Settings for the Processor Board ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Ethernet ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
USB ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Chapter 5 IO Base Boards
Board Connections for the DXM150-B1 and DXM1500-B1 ....................................................................................................................... 31
Board Connections for the DXM150-B2 and DXM1500-B2 ....................................................................................................................... 33
DIP Switches for the IO Board.................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Setting the Modbus ID on the I/O Base Board ........................................................................................................................................... 34
Example to Set the DXM Modbus ID using DIP Switches.......................................................................................................................... 35
Example to Set the DXM I/O Board Modbus ID using Modbus Registers.................................................................................................. 35
I/OBoardJumpers .................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Applying Power to the B1 Models............................................................................................................................................................... 35
Applying Power to the B2 or S2 Models ..................................................................................................................................................... 36
Connecting a Battery .................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Supplying Power from a Solar Panel.......................................................................................................................................................... 36
ConnectingtheCommunicationPins ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
Modbus RTU Master and Slave Ports ........................................................................................................................................................ 37
SettheClientandServerPortParameters ........................................................................................................................................ 38
SettheDXMModbusServerPortID.................................................................................................................................................. 38
Inputs and Outputs ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Universal Inputs ................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
IsolatedDiscreteInputs ...................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Relay Outputs for the DXM150-B1, 1500-B1, and 150-S1.................................................................................................................. 41
NMOS Outputs..................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
PNP and NPN Outputs for the B2 and S2 Models............................................................................................................................... 42
AnalogOutputs(DAC) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 42

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Chapter 6 Cellular Modem Boards
Cellular Modem Board................................................................................................................................................................................ 43
CellularPowerRequirements.................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Using the DXM Cellular Modem ................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Activating a Cellular Modem....................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Install the Cellular Modem (DXM100, 150, 700, and 1000 Models) .................................................................................................... 45
Install the Cellular Modem (DXM1200 Models) ................................................................................................................................... 46
Activatea4GLTECATM1CellularPlan............................................................................................................................................ 47
ActivateaWorldwide4GLTEMNB-IOTCellularPlan(RED-CE) ...................................................................................................... 48
Configure the DXM Controller for a Cellular Modem ........................................................................................................................... 48
Chapter 7 LCD and Menu System
Registers ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Push........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
ISMRadio.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
IOBoard .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
System Config ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 54
ISMRadio ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
IO Board............................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Ethernet .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
ProvisionCell...................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
DXMModbusID ................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
LCDContrast ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Reset................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
SystemInfo................................................................................................................................................................................................ 57
DisplayLock .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
Chapter 8 Configuration Instructions
DXM Configuration Software ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Register Flow and Configuration ................................................................................................................................................................ 60
BasicApproachtoConfiguration ........................................................................................................................................................ 60
TroubleshootingaConfiguration......................................................................................................................................................... 60
SavingandLoadingConfigurationFiles ............................................................................................................................................. 60
UploadingorDownloadingConfigurationFiles................................................................................................................................... 61
Scheduler ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
CreateaWeeklyEvent ....................................................................................................................................................................... 61
CreateaOne-TimeEvent ................................................................................................................................................................... 62
CreateaHolidayEvent....................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Authentication Setup .................................................................................................................................................................................. 62
SettheControllertouseAuthentication ............................................................................................................................................. 62
ControllerConfigurationAuthentication .............................................................................................................................................. 63
EtherNetIP Configuration............................................................................................................................................................................ 63
DownloadanExistingConfigurationfromtheDXM............................................................................................................................ 64
ConfiguringtheController................................................................................................................................................................... 64
ConfiguringtheHostPLC ................................................................................................................................................................... 65
.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 66
Define the Network Interface Settings ........................................................................................................................................................ 66
ConfigureyourEthernetConnection .................................................................................................................................................. 66
ConfigureyourCellularConnection.................................................................................................................................................... 67
Ethernet and Cellular Push Retries ............................................................................................................................................................ 67
EthernetPushRetries......................................................................................................................................................................... 67
CellularPushRetries .......................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Event/ActionRuleorLogFilePushRetries........................................................................................................................................ 67
Chapter 9 Additional Information
Working with Modbus Devices ................................................................................................................................................................... 69
AssigningModbusIDs ........................................................................................................................................................................ 70
WirelessandWiredDevices............................................................................................................................................................... 70
Modbus Communication Timeouts ...................................................................................................................................................... 71
ModbusTCPClient............................................................................................................................................................................. 72
Modbus Register Summary ........................................................................................................................................................................ 72
DXMModbusRegisters...................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Modbus Registers for the MultiHop Radio Board Module.................................................................................................................... 72
Modbus Registers for the Performance Gateway Radio Module ........................................................................................................ 73
Internal Local Registers (ID 199) for the DXM100 and DXM150......................................................................................................... 76
Modbus Registers for the -B1 and -S1 Model I/O Board ..................................................................................................................... 79
Modbus Registers for the -B2 and -S2 I/O Board ................................................................................................................................ 80
ModbusConfigurationRegistersfortheDiscreteandUniversalInputs ............................................................................................. 81
ModbusConfigurationRegistersfortheAnalogOutput ..................................................................................................................... 82
Modbus Configuration Registers for the IO (Definitions) ..................................................................................................................... 83

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ModbusConfigurationRegistersforPower ........................................................................................................................................ 83
Modbus Registers for the LCD Board (Slave ID 201).......................................................................................................................... 84
UsingtheAuxiliaryPowerOutputs ........................................................................................................................................................... 85
Working with Solar Power .......................................................................................................................................................................... 86
SettingtheDXMforSolarPower........................................................................................................................................................ 86
SolarComponents .............................................................................................................................................................................. 86
Battery.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 86
Solar Panel .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
RecommendedSolarConfigurations.................................................................................................................................................. 87
MonitoringSolarOperation................................................................................................................................................................. 87
Clear the Password on DXM100 and DXM150 Models Only ..................................................................................................................... 88
Chapter 10 DXM150 and DXM1500 Dimensions .............................................................. 89
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting
Restoring Factory Default Settings for the IO Base Board......................................................................................................................... 91
Updating the DXM Processor Firmware ..................................................................................................................................................... 91
UpdateYourDXMProcessorFirmware(PriortoVersion2.0)............................................................................................................ 91
Updating Your DXM Processor Firmware (Version 2 or Later) ............................................................................................................ 93
TroubleshootingIssues............................................................................................................................................................................. 96
ModbusOperation ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 96
Chapter 12 Accessories....................................................................................................... 97
Chapter 13 Product Support and Maintenance
FileSystemandArchiveProcess .............................................................................................................................................................. 99
DXM150 Documentation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 100
DXM1500Documentation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 100
DXMSupportPolicy ................................................................................................................................................................................ 100
FirmwareUpdates ............................................................................................................................................................................ 101
WebsiteInformation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 101
FeatureRequests ............................................................................................................................................................................. 101
PotentialDXMIssues ....................................................................................................................................................................... 101
DXMSecurity.................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
FCC and ISED Certification, 900 MHz, 1 Watt Radios............................................................................................................................. 101
FCC Notices ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
FCC and ISED Approved Antennas.......................................................................................................................................................... 102
FCC and ISED Certification, 2.4GHz........................................................................................................................................................ 103
FCC Notices ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 103
FCC and ISED Approved Antennas.......................................................................................................................................................... 103
NotasAdicionales .................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
Mexican Importer...................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
ANATEL .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
Contact Us................................................................................................................................................................................................ 104
Warnings................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
BannerEngineeringCorpLimitedWarranty.............................................................................................................................................. 21
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Chapter Contents
System Overview for the DXM150-B1................................................................................................................................................................. 5
System Overview for the DXM150-B2................................................................................................................................................................. 6
System Overview for the DXM1500-B1............................................................................................................................................................... 7
System Overview for the DXM1500-B2............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Hardware Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
DXM Configuration Software............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
DXM Automation Protocols ............................................................................................................................................................................... 12
DXM Modbus Overview..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
System Overview for the DXM150-B1
Banner's DXM Logic Controller integrates Banner's wireless radio, cellular connectivity, and local I/O to provide a platform for
the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Various combinations of I/O and connectivity are available based on the different mod-
els.
Inputs and Outputs Connectivity Logic Controller User Interface
Universal inputs Cellular Action rules LCD screen
Discrete outputs Sure Cross radios Programming language LED indicators
Courtesy power Ethernet Scheduler
Isolated inputs RS-485 client and server Push to the cloud
Relay outputs RS-232 or CAN Data logging
Inputs and Outputs
On-board universal and programmable I/O ports connect to lo-
cal sensors, indicators, and control equipment.
Universal inputs, discrete outputs, courtesy power and
switched power outputs, isolated inputs, relay outputs
Battery backup, solar controller
Connectivity
The DXM'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 infrastruc-
tures to connect remote equipment for sensing and control.
The integrated Sure Cross® wireless radio enables Modbus
connectivity to remote sensors, indicators, and control equip-
ment.
Wired Connectivity -- Ethernet: Modbus/TCP or Ethernet/
IP and Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Client/Server
Wireless Connectivity -- Sure Cross® Wireless Radio: DX80
900 MHz, DX80 2.4 GHz, MultiHop 900 MHz, or MultiHop 2.4
GHz and Cellular modem: LTE-M (United States) or LTE-M/
NB-IoT (outside the United States)
Controller Area Network (CAN)
Logic Controller—Program the DXM's logic controller using action rules and/or the 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 sys-
tems. File and LCD password protection is an option.
Register Mapping
Cyclical Read rules from wireless devices or local wired Mod-
bus 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
System Overview
Chapter 1
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Scheduler
Time/calendar-based events
Holiday skips; one-time events
Dynamic scheduler updating
Astronomical clock
Optional Text Programming
ScriptBasic to create variables, arrays, functions, loops, IF/
THEN/ELSE, logical and arithmetic operators, API commands,
register access, string functions and operators, and time com-
mands
Data Logging
Cyclic data/event logging
User Interface—A simple user interface consists of an LCD screen and four LED indicators. Use the LCD to access system
status and setup, view user-selectable events or data, and to bind and perform site surveys for Sure Cross radios. Configure
the user-programmable LEDs to indicate the status of the DXM, processes, or equipment.
User-Programmable LCD
Binding Sure Cross Radios
Conducting a Site Survey
Viewing sensor information
Viewing the system's status
User-Defined LED Indicators
Four multicolored LEDs: green, amber, and red
Programmable behavior
System Overview for the DXM150-B2
Banner's DXM Logic Controller integrates Banner's wireless radio, cellular connectivity, and local I/O to provide a platform for
the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Inputs and Outputs Connectivity Logic Controller User Interface
Universal inputs Cellular Action rules LCD screen
PNP/NPN outputs Sure Cross radios Programming language LED indicators
Analog outputs Ethernet Scheduler
Isolated power RS-485 client and server Push to the cloud
Courtesy power outputs RS-232 or CAN Data logging
Inputs and Outputs
On-board universal and programmable I/O ports connect to lo-
cal sensors, indicators, and control equipment.
Universal inputs, analog outputs, PNP/NPN outputs, isolated
inputs
Courtesy power output, battery backup, solar controller
Connectivity
The DXM'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 infrastruc-
tures to connect remote equipment for sensing and control.
The integrated Sure Cross® wireless radio enables Modbus
connectivity to remote sensors, indicators, and control equip-
ment.
Wired Connectivity -- Ethernet: Modbus/TCP or Ethernet/IP
and Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Client/Server
Wireless Connectivity -- Sure Cross® Wireless Radio: DX80
900 MHz, DX80 2.4 GHz, MultiHop 900 MHz, or MultiHop 2.4
GHz and Cellular modem: LTE-M (United States) or LTE-M/
NB-IoT (outside the United States)
Logic Controller—Program the DXM's logic controller using action rules and/or ScriptBasic language, which can execute con-
currently. The control functions allow freedom when creating custom sensing and control sequences. The logic controller sup-
ports 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 Mod-
bus 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
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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, and time com-
mands
Data Logging
Cyclic data/event logging
User Interface—A simple user interface consists of an LCD screen and four LED indicators. Use the LCD to access system
status and setup, view user-selectable events or data, and to bind and perform site surveys for Sure Cross radios. Configure
the user-programmable LEDs to indicate the status of the DXM, processes, or equipment.
User-Programmable LCD
Binding Sure Cross radios
Conducting a Site Survey
Viewing sensor information
Viewing the system's status
User-Defined LED indicators
Four multicolored LEDs: green, amber, and red
Programmable behavior
System Overview for the DXM1500-B1
Banner's DXM Logic Controller integrates Banner's wireless radio, cellular connectivity, and local I/O to provide a platform for
the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Inputs and Outputs Connectivity Logic Controller User Interface
Universal inputs Cellular Action rules LCD screen
Discrete outputs Sure Cross radios Programming language LED indicators
Courtesy power output Ethernet Scheduler
Isolated inputs USB Push to the cloud
Relay outputs RS-485 client/server Data logging
RS-232
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
Inputs and Outputs
On-board universal and programmable I/O ports connect to lo-
cal sensors, indicators, and control equipment.
Universal inputs, discrete outputs, courtesy power outputs
Battery backup, solar controller
Connectivity
The DXM'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 infrastruc-
tures to connect remote equipment for sensing and control.
The integrated Sure Cross® wireless radio enables Modbus
connectivity to remote sensors, indicators, and control equip-
ment.
Wired Connectivity -- Ethernet: Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, or
Profinet; Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Client/Server
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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)
Logic Controller—Program the DXM's logic controller using action rules and/or ScriptBasic language, which can execute con-
currently. The control functions allow freedom when creating custom sensing and control sequences. The logic controller sup-
ports 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 Mod-
bus 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 com-
mands
Data Logging
Cyclic data/event logging
User Interface—A simple user interface consists of an LCD screen and four LED indicators. Use the LCD to access system
status and setup, view user-selectable events or data, and to bind and perform site surveys for Sure Cross radios. Configure
the user-programmable LEDs to indicate the status of the DXM, processes, or equipment.
User-Programmable LCD
Binding Sure Cross radios
Conducting a Site Survey
Viewing sensor information
Viewing the system's status
User-Defined LED Indicators
Four multicolor LEDs: green, amber, and red
Programmable behavior
System Overview for the DXM1500-B2
Banner's DXM Logic Controller integrates Banner's wireless radio, cellular connectivity, and local I/O to provide a platform for
the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Inputs and Outputs Connectivity Logic Controller User Interface
Universal inputs Cellular Action rules LCD screen
PNP/NPN outputs Sure Cross radios Programming language LED indicators
Analog outputs Ethernet Scheduler
Isolated inputs USB Push to the cloud
Courtesy power output RS-485 client/server 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
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Continued from page 8
Local Registers Type Description
7001–8000 32-bit non-volatile integer Data flash, non-volatile
> 10000 Read-only virtual registers, system-level data
Inputs and Outputs
On-board universal and programmable I/O ports connect to lo-
cal sensors, indicators, and control equipment.
Universal inputs, discrete outputs, courtesy power output
Battery backup, solar controller
Connectivity
The DXM'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 infrastruc-
tures to connect remote equipment for sensing and control.
The integrated Sure Cross® wireless radio enables Modbus
connectivity to remote sensors, indicators, and control equip-
ment.
Wired Connectivity--Ethernet: Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, or
Profinet and Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Client/Server
Wireless Connectivity--Sure Cross Wireless Radio: DX80 900
MHz, DX80 2.4 GHz, MultiHop 900 MHz, or MultiHop 2.4 GHz
and Cellular modem: LTE-M (United States) or LTE-M/NB-IoT
(outside the United States)
Logic Controller—Program the DXM's logic controller using action rules and/or ScriptBasic language, which can execute con-
currently. The control functions allow freedom when creating custom sensing and control sequences. The logic controller sup-
ports 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 Mod-
bus 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 com-
mands
Data Logging
Cyclic data/event logging
User Interface—A simple user interface consists of an LCD screen and four LED indicators. Use the LCD to access system
status and setup, view user-selectable events or data, and bind and perform site surveys for Sure Cross radios. Configure
the user-programmable LEDs to indicate the status of the DXM, processes, or equipment.
User-Programmable LCD
Binding Sure Cross radios
Conducting a Site Survey
Viewing sensor information
Viewing the system's status
User-Defined LED Indicators
Four multicolored LEDs: green, amber, and red
Programmable behavior
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HardwareOverview
The DXM can have several different configurations. The DXM has a model number label on the housing. Use the model num-
ber and model table to identify which boards are included in the your controller.
Radio Configuration
B1
Base
DXM150- R1
Blank = NoneB1 =Modbus controller designed for applications with
high I/O count, isolated inputs or integrated relays
Power: 12−30 V DC/solar/battery
Comms: RS-485, RS-232 or CAN, secondary RS-485
4.2 V or incoming power
Radio Configuration
B2
Base
DXM150- R1
Blank = NoneB2 =Modbus controller for high I/O count applications
Power: 12-30 V DC/solar/battery
Comms: RS-485, CAN or RS-232 w/flow control, secondary RS-485
Outputs: Eight PNP/NPN selectable, two analog
B1 =
Radio
Configuration
B1
Base
DXM1500- R1
Modbus controller for data aggregation of sensors
and wireless networks
Power: 12−30 V DC / Solar / Battery
Comms: RS-485 Client/Server
Inputs: Eight universal, two isolated discrete
Outputs: Four NMOS, two analog (0–10 V or 4–20 mA), two relay
One 5 V courtesy power
Blank = None
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Radio Configuration
B2
Base
DXM1500- R1
Blank = None
B2 =Modbus controller for high I/O count applications
Power: 12-30 V DC / Solar / Battery
Comms: RS-485 and RS-232 w/flow control or secondary RS-485
Inputs: Eight universal, two isolated discrete
Outputs: Eight PNP/NPN selectable, two analog
Not all combinations of base boards and radios are supported.
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.
Exploded view of the DXM hardware
DXM150 I/O
Base Board
MultiHop or Gateway
Radio Board
Processor Board
Cellular Radio Board
I/O Base Board—The DXM I/O base board provides connections for all inputs, outputs and power. The I/O base board con-
tains a 12 V solar controller that accepts connections to a solar panel and sealed lead acid (SLA) battery. The battery con-
nection can also be used with line power to provide a battery backup in case of line power outages.
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ISM Radio—The ISM radio, either a MultiHop or DX80 Gateway, fits on the I/O base board in the parallel sockets. Install the
ISM radio so the U.FL antenna connection is to the side with the SMA antenna connectors. Connect the U.FL cable from the
ISM radio U.FL to the right side U.FL connector. The ISM radio boards are available with either a 900 MHz radio (North Amer-
ica) or a 2.4 GHz radio (world-wide).
Processor—The processor board plugs into the base board using the two 20 pin socket connectors. The board sits above the
ISM radio socket and held by the base board standoffs. Position the processor board so the USB and RJ45 Ethernet connec-
tion is to the front, away from the SMA antenna connections.
Cellular Modem (Optional)—The optional cellular modem (purchased separately) board plugs into the processor board with
the U.FL antenna connection to the left. Attach the antenna cable from the cellular modem to the left U.FL connection on the
base board.
In some DXM models, the cellular modem may be replaced with an ISM radio. In this configuration, position the top ISM radio
antenna connection to the left of the SMA antenna connector.
LCD (Display) Board—The top housing contains the LCD board. The display board is connected to the base board using a
ribbon cable with a 20 pin connector.
DXM Configuration Software
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).
Overview of the configuration software features
USB
DXM Configuration Software
Local Registers
Register Mapping
Action Rules
Scheduler
ScriptBasic
Ethernet
The configuration software configures the DXM by creating an XML file that is transferred to the DXM using a USB or Ether-
net connection. The DXM can also receive the XML configuration file from a Web server using a cellular or Ethernet connec-
tion.
This configuration file governs all aspects of the DXM 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 using a USB cable or an Ethernet connection.
DXM Automation Protocols
The DXM supports the following automation protocols.
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Modbus RTU
The DXM manages two separate physical ports running the
Modbus RTU protocol. The DXM is the Modbus client when
operating the Modbus client RTU port. The DXM uses the
client Modbus RTU bus to communicate with locally connect-
ed Modbus devices or uses the Banner wireless radio to com-
municate with remote Modbus devices.
The other Modbus RTU port is used by a host system to ac-
cess the DXM as a server device. The server Modbus RTU
port allows access all the internal registers concurrently with
the client RTU port. Set the Modbus ID using the LCD
menu: SYSTEM CONFIG › DXM Modbus ID.
By default, the Modbus RTU ports are active. Configure the
port parameters using the configuration software.
Modbus TCP/IP
A host system acting as a Modbus client can access the DXM
using the Modbus TCP/IP protocol over Ethernet. Standard
Modbus port 502 is used by the DXM for all Modbus TCP/IP
requests.
All internal registers are available to the host system concur-
rently with Modbus RTU.
By default, Modbus TCP/IP is active. Configure the DXM us-
ing Modbus TCP rules in the configuration software.
EtherNet/IP™
The Ethernet port is actively running EtherNet/IP. From the
factory, the DXM is configured to read and write registers on
DX80 wireless devices 1 through 16. Custom configurations
can be set using the configuration software.
By default, EtherNet/IP is active.
DXM Modbus Overview
The DXM 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, as a Modbus client or server, exchanges data using the Local Registers. Modbus over Ethernet (Modbus/TCP) us-
es the Local Registers as the accessible register data.
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 Lo-
cal 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 board and the LCD follows the same communication as an external Modbus device. Each device has
an ID number to uniquely identify itself. The I/O base board is Modbus ID 200 and the LCD is Modbus ID 201.
Overview of the DXM Modbus processor
Local Registers
(Modbus ID 199)
DXM Processor
Local Registers
Integer
Action Rules
ScriptBasic
Local Registers
Float
Local Registers
Modbus Data
Gateway or MultiHop
(ID 1)
I/O Base Board
(ID 200)
LCD
(ID 201)
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Chapter Contents
Device Setup .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Configuration Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
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DeviceSetup
ApplyPowertotheController
Follow these instructions to apply 12–30 V DC power to the controller using a wall plug.
Equipment used:
DXM Wireless Controller
MQDMC-4010.3m(1ft)cordsetwitha4-pinM12/Euro-stylequickdisconnectfitting
PSW-24-1Wallplugpowersupply;24VDC,1A
IMPORTANT:
Never operate a 1 Watt radio without connecting an antenna
Operating 1 Watt 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 (1 Watt) radio without an antenna connected.
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 net-
work.
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.
Quick Start Guide
Chapter 2
Connect the brown wire from the MQDMC-401 cordset to the DXM's PW (+ power) terminal.
1.
Connect the blue wire from the MQDMC-401 cordset to the DXM's GD (- ground) terminal.
2.
Connect the PSW-24-1 power supply to the MQDMC-401 cordset.
3.
Plug in the PSW-24-1 wall plug power supply.
4.
Apply power to all the devices.
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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re-
peater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.
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.
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 ro-
tary 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.
8.
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 Mul-
tiHop 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 ro-
tary 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.
◦
After entering binding mode on the DXM, put the MultiHop repeater or server radio into binding mode.
For housed radios, triple-click button 2.
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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in-
tended 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.
IftheSiteSurveyfails(100missedpackets),verifytheradiosareatleast10feetfromtheDXMand/orrerunthebindingpro-
cedure. 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
CK to return to the previous menu
↑↓
Ethernet
IP:
SN:
Reset
Update SN
Resets Ethernet parameters
to xml defaults.
After making changes to the
Ethernet settings, restart the DXM.
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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.
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
mode.
4.
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.
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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
Configuring the Controller
Configure the DXM using the configuration software. The DXM Configuration Software allows the user to define parameters
for the DXM, then saves the configuration in an XML file on the PC. To configure the DXM, connect the DXM's USB or Ether-
net port to a computer.
After the configuration file is saved, upload the XML configuration file to the DXM for operation.
This quick start guide outlines the basic operations to set up a DXM using the configuration software. For a more comprehen-
sive explanation of features, refer to the DXM Configuration Software Instruction Manual (p/n 209933).
DXM Configuration Software
USB
DXM Configuration Software
Local Registers
Register Mapping
Action Rules
Scheduler
ScriptBasic
Ethernet
Introduction to Traditional Setup Mode
This section will walk you through the traditional method of setting up the DXM Configuration Software and communicating
with a connected DXM device. Version 4 of the configuration software supports multiple DXM device models, each of which
incorporates different features.
As of DXM Configuration Software v4.10.28, the Simple Setup procedure is only available with
the DXM100, DXM700, DXM1000, DXM1200, and DXM1500 models.
As soon as 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 configu-
ration file without 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 Connect to DXM 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.
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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Traditional Setup opening screen
Connect via USB or Ethernet. If connecting via Ethernet, set network parameters through the DXM LCD menu in the System
Cfg › Ethernet menu. Network parameters can also be set within the configuration software. Setting parameters on the LCD
menu overrides the parameters stored in the configuration file. To use the network parameters in the configuration file, reset
the network parameters on the DXM LCD menu.
Since the DXM-R90x connects only via TCP, its Connect to DXM screen differs from the other DXM models. When the Select
DXM Model drop-down is set to DXM-R90x, a new network discovery table is displayed. Click Scan Network for DXMs to de-
tect DXM devices on the host computer's network. Discovered DXMs are listed in the network discovery table. Double-click
any row entry to connect to that DXM. If the DXM's IP address is already known, the standard TCP connection option is avail-
able below the network discovery table.
Banner recommends disconnecting the COMM port through the Device menu before turning off power or disconnecting the
USB cable. Use Device › Reboot to restart the DXM if needed; the tool automatically disconnects the COMM port, then re-
connect it again.
TIP: If connection attempts are failing (Application Status Icon in the footer of the tool is Red), close the
configuration software and disconnect the USB cable from the computer. Reconnect the cable, launch the
software, and attempt connecting again.
If you cannot connect to your DXM Controller, refer to "Troubleshooting" on page 91 for more information.
IMPORTANT: Any model of DXM may connect to the configuration software regardless of which device
model is selected in the tool. Compatibility is checked before configuration files are uploaded to the de-
vice.
ConfigurationExample:ReadingRegistersonaModbusServerDevice
The local registers are the main global pool of registers that are defined by the user to store data within the DXM. The local
registers are listed on the Local Registers › Local Registers in Use screen.
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 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 tool but not saved to the file will
not be sent to the device.
ModifyMultipleRegisters
Modify a range of registers from the Local Registers › Local Registers in Use › Modify Multiple Registers screen.
Select which parameter fields to modify. Most parameters have three selections.
Unchanged—nochanges
Default—changetodefaultsettings
Set—modifytheparameter.Otherselectionswillappearbasedontheparameter.
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Modify Multiple Registers screen
Define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.
Read Rules - Configuration Example
Enter the Starting register and Ending register.
1.
Select the value to change using the drop-down list next to each value.
2.
Enter the new value in the field provided.
3.
To push register values to the web server, set Cloud Settings to Read.
If the Cloud Settings are set to Read, the web server only views data from the device and cannot write data to the de-
vice. If the permissions are set to Write, the web server only writes to the device and cannot read the data. If the per-
missions are set to Read/Write, the web server can read the data from the device and write to the device from the
web.
4.
Click Modify Registers to save and apply the changes.
5.
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.
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