Banner DXM Series User manual

DXM Enclosure Kit (DEK) Series
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
223953 Rev. A
20 July 2021
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Contents
1 Kit Contents .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2 Controller Enclosure .................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Install the Cord Grips ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Wire the Battery .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 Install and Wire the Solar Panel ......................................................................................................................................................5
3 Controller Details ...........................................................................................................................................................7
3.1 DXM Controller Overview .................................................................................................................................................................7
3.1.1 DXM100-Ax Features ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.2 Models ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1.3 I/O Base Board for the DXM100-Ax ......................................................................................................................................... 8
4 Configuration Instructions .........................................................................................................................................10
4.1 DXM100-A Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Introduction to Traditional Setup Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 10
4.2.1 Configuration Example: Reading Registers on a Modbus Slave Device ...............................................................................11
4.2.2 Save and Upload the Configuration File ................................................................................................................................13
4.3 DXM100-A2 Models Only ...............................................................................................................................................................13
4.3.1 Binding and Conducting a Site Survey with the ISM Radio ...................................................................................................13
4.3.2 Bind a DX80 Node to a DXM and Assign the Node Address ................................................................................................. 13
4.3.3 Conduct a Site Survey from the DXM .....................................................................................................................................14
5 Activating Services ......................................................................................................................................................15
5.1 Banner Cellular Data Services .......................................................................................................................................................15
5.1.1 Activate Cell Services .............................................................................................................................................................15
5.1.2 Create an Account .................................................................................................................................................................15
5.1.3 Add a Device to the Cellular Network ....................................................................................................................................15
5.2 Banner Cloud Data Services (BannerCDS) ................................................................................................................................... 16
5.2.1 Activate Cloud Services ..........................................................................................................................................................16
5.2.2 Create a New Gateway ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.2.3 Modifying the XML Configuration File ....................................................................................................................................17
5.2.4 Configure the Cloud Data Services Settings ......................................................................................................................... 17
5.2.5 Upload the XML Configuration File to the Website ................................................................................................................18
6 Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................................................. 19
6.1 Install the Enclosure's Mounting Plate .......................................................................................................................................... 19
6.2 Mount the Solar Panel ...................................................................................................................................................................19
7 Product Support and Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 20
7.1 Final Support Information ..............................................................................................................................................................20
7.2 DXM100-Ax Documentation ..........................................................................................................................................................20
7.3 Warnings ........................................................................................................................................................................................20
7.4 Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 21
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1 Kit Contents
The contents of the DXM Enclosure Assembly are everything needed to create the
primary element of a standalone sensing network. The DXM100-A1 or DXM100-A2
Controller has a highly optimized charging circuit to manage the solar energy and
battery that keeps the system operating with sufficient power for demanding
applications.
The enclosure is NEMA rated for harsh environments with a hinged cover and security
tab. Two three-cable cord grips are included with the kit along with a vent for heat
exhaustion and a cord grip for the solar cable. The enclosure comes prefabricated
with the appropriate cutouts for the cable glands, DIN rail with end clamps, aluminum
mounting plate with pole clamps, and antennas for wireless communication.
A lithium-iron phosphate battery provides the principal source of power for a
self-sustained monitoring system. This battery is purposefully suited for solar-
supplemented systems, as the kit is delivered with a robust autonomous power
circuit for those applications typically isolated from traditional infrastructure.
A five-watt solar panel delivers a nominal 12 V DC standard output built with a
heavy-duty anodized frame and rugged design for withstanding high winds, hail,
and snow loads.
The included mounting hardware can be used to anchor the panel to a wall or a
pole for easy installation and a three-meter cable connects to the charging
circuit of the DXM Controller.
The DEK Series is a Direct-to-Cloud solution using an
embedded cellular module to access a wide area
network from remote locations that are generally
beyond an enterprise connection.
A cellular subscription plan can be readily activated
and managed through the Banner Cell Data
management portal. Access to a prepaid 90-day trial of
the Banner Cloud Data Services web-based software is
provided with an authorization code delivered with
each kit. This software allows users to access, store,
protect, and export critical data collected by the
controller.
Users can make better, data-driven decisions as they
track and analyze performance trends over time using
visualization tools, trending graphs, and alert
notifications.
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2 Controller Enclosure
The DEK100 Series kit includes an enclosure assembly with the following parts already installed.
• DXM Controller with USB programming cable
• Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery with flying leads
• LTE tape antenna threaded to the second SMA connector for the cellular module (on all models)
• Multi-band tape antenna threaded to the ANT SMA connector for the ISM radio (only on A2 model)
• DIN rail with four end clamps to securely position the DXM Controller and battery
To complete the assembly:
1. Install a set of cord grips to secure the solar cable.
2. Wire the inputs to the Controller.
3. Install the vent to exhaust excessive heat.
4. Wire the battery to the appropriate terminals to supply power to the Controller.
2.1 Install the Cord Grips
Figure 1. Cord grip placement
1. Open the accessory bag of cord grips and install them in the pre-drilled holes in the bottom of the enclosure.
Tighten the cord grips carefully to avoid stripping the nut across the threads.
2. Place the vent below the battery to ensure proper ventilation (1).
3. Insert the three-cable cord grips into locations (3) and (4).
4. Install the smallest cable gland (PG7) for the solar cable at location (2).
2.2 Wire the Battery
The battery and DXM ship from the factory pre-mounted to the DIN rail.
1. If necessary, remove the DXM from the DIN rail to provide better access to the wiring terminals. To remove the DXM:
a) insert a small flat blade screwdriver in tab shown (1) and pry the spring-loaded DIN rail catch outwards. The catch
releases the bottom part of the DXM.
b) Rock the bottom of the DXM up, then slide the DXM up and off the top part of the DIN rail.
c) Verify the antenna connection(s) remain fastened to the DXM. Note that the antenna connected to the ANT
terminal will only be available in the DEK100-A2 model.
2. On the battery's black (0 V DC) wire, cut approximately one inch off (just behind the tape cap on the end) and then
strip the wire sheathing back 0.25 inches.
3. Connect the black lead to the GD terminal on the bottom of the DXM.
4. Verify the antenna(s) are still fastened to the DXM. Supplying power without a connected antenna may damage the
wireless module.
5. Repeat the strip back procedure with the red lead and connect it to the B+ terminal.
The controller will power up at this time.
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Figure 2. DEK100 internal layout
2.3 Install and Wire the Solar Panel
1. Install the solar panel's bracket.
Figure 3. Solar panel bracket installation
a) Open the packaging for the five-watt solar panel and assemble the aluminum mounting cleat with the arc facing
out. (Convex orientation)
b) Leave the hardware a little loose so that the bracket can slide onto the panel frame between the mating surfaces.
c) Move the cleat to the center of the panel and tighten the hardware to secure it. See the included manufacturer
documentation for further instruction.
2. Connect the solar cable to the panel.
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Figure 4. Solar panel wiring
a) Place the solar panel face down to prevent unplanned power applied to the kit.
b) Remove the black sliding cover to expose the terminals.
c) Wire the two-wire cable lead to the back of the panel. First, wire the blue lead to the negative terminal as marked
on the plastic wiring chamber, then connect the brown lead to the positive terminal.
d) Tighten both screws and press down on the terminals to ensure they lay flat against the wiring chamber base.
e) Replace the cover by sliding it from the bottom back up to the top until it clicks closed.
3. Wire the solar panel to the DXM.
Figure 5. Solar panel wiring to the DXM
a) Feed the cable from the solar panel to the DXM through the small cable gland.
b) Connect the brown lead to the PW terminal on the bottom of the controller.
c) Connect the blue wire to the GD terminal next to the PW terminal.
d) Set the slack on the solar panel wire to prevent excess tension on the wire. Slide it in or out to leave some strain
relief for the wire.
e) Tighten the cable gland by twisting the nut in a clockwise rotation.
f) Pull gently on the cable to verify it is engaged by the clamp. Adjust if necessary.
The DXM is now ready for its inputs to be configured.
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3 Controller Details
3.1 DXM Controller Overview
The DXM controller is optimized for solar/battery power. A full-featured application configuration on the controller will operate
over 20 days of autonomy with a 5.5 AHr LiFePO4 battery.
Use the DXM Configuration Software, DXM Instruction Manuals, technical notes, and videos at www.bannerengineering.com
to configure/program the DXM for your application.
Banner's DXM Logic Controller integrates cellular connectivity and local I/O to provide a platform for the Industrial Internet of
Things (IIoT).
Inputs/Outputs—On-board universal and programmable I/O ports connect to local sensors, indicators, and control
equipment.
• Universal Inputs
• Discrete outputs
• Courtesy power
• Switch power
• DC latching
outputs
• Analog Outputs
• SDI-12 sensor interface
• Battery backup
• Solar controller
Connectivity
Wired Connectivity
Field Bus: Modbus RS-485 Master/
Slave
Wireless Connectivity
Cellular modem: 4G LTE CATM1 (Verizon or AT&T)
Logic Controller—Program the DXM'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.
Action Rules
Supports simple logic,
counters, arithmetic,
averaging/trending, and
thresholding
Low complexity solutions
SMS text message
Notifications
Email Notifications
Push data on conditions
Text Programming Language
ScriptBasic
Medium complexity solutions
Scheduler
Time/calendar-based events
Astronomical clock
Dynamic scheduling for
scheduling adjustments
Data Logging
Cyclic Data/Event logging
Email log files
Data Sampling
Adjust cloud push intervals and
sampling intervals between pushes
User Programmable LCD—A simple user interface consists of an LCD screen and four LED indicators. Use the LCD to
access the system's status and configuration, view user selectable events and data, and configure inputs and outputs.
3.1.1 DXM100-Ax Features
The DXM100-A1 and DXM100-A2 Controllers are programmable logic controllers with multiple I/O connectivity options or a
local ISM radio network and are optimized to be powered by a solar/battery system. Collected data is sent to the cloud
through the cellular modem.
• Optimized for use in a solar-powered system
• Cellular modem IIoT connectivity
• 900 MHz ISM radio module (A2 model only)
• Logic controller with action rules and ScriptBasic programming
• Interactive programmable user interface with LCD and LED indicators
• Universal, on-board I/O with analog and discrete I/O
• Industry standard RS-485 (Modbus) and USB communication ports
• Data logging with removable SD card
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3.1.2 Models
Models Cellular Carrier ISM Radio Inputs and Outputs
DXM100-A1-V Verizon
None Four universal inputs: Sinking/sourcing discrete, 4–20mA analog, 0–10 V analog,
counter, and/or temperature with a 10 kOhm thermistor
Four NMOS outputs, two 0–10 V analog outputs, and two DC Latching outputs
Two adjustable 5 V to 24 V switched power outputs, one SDI switched power
outputs, and one 5 V courtesy power output
DXM100-A1-A AT&T
DXM100-A2R1-V Verizon 900 MHz
Performance
Gateway
DXM100-A2R1-A AT&T
An LTE cellular modem is installed in the DXM100-A1 or DXM100-A2 Controller.
3.1.3 I/O Base Board for the DXM100-Ax
Figure 6. I/O base board for the DXM100-A1 and -A2 models
ON
ON
1
1
1
11
1
1
1
LED2
TB1
C6
R82
TB4
P2
P4
SW1
C4 P5
SW2
P10
TB3
P7
TB2
TB9
Y1
P6
L2
TB5
TVS1
L1
R77
P9 P8
P1
LED1
P3
A
B
C
D
G
H
J
K
L
118
19
32
M
L
Pin Name Description
1 No Connection Not used
2PW. 12-30 V DC or solar power in (+) Main power in for DXM Controller, can be 12-30 V DC or solar power (20 W panel max)
3GD. Ground DXM ground
4B+. Battery in (< 15 V DC) 12 V battery connection, positive
5GD. Ground DXM ground
6M-. Primary RS-485 - Modbus master port (+) controlled by the DXM Controller. DXM can read/write Modbus slave
devices connected to this port.
7M+. Primary RS-485 + Modbus master port (-)
8GD. Ground DXM ground
91A. DLatch 1A Input A (+) connection for first external DC latching solenoid. Use I/O board Modbus register 507
to control.
10 1B. DLatch 1B Input B (-) connection for first external DC latching solenoid
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Pin Name Description
11 2A. DLatch 2A Input A (+) connection for second external DC latching solenoid. Use I/O board Modbus register
508 to control.
12 2B. DLatch 2B Input B (-) connection for second external DC latching solenoid
13 S-. Secondary RS-485 - Modbus Slave RS-485 (+) connection for host system as a Modbus master communicating to the
DXM controller as a Modbus Slave device.
14 S+. Secondary RS-485 + Modbus Slave RS-485 (-) connection.
15 SP. SDI-12 Courtesy Power Power connection for external SDI-12 sensors
16 SD. SDI-12 Data Communications line for external SDI-12 sensors
17 GD. Ground Ground connection for SDI-12 sensor (DXM common ground)
18 P3. Courtesy Power 5 V Courtesy Power output 5 V, limited to 500 mA
19 A2. Analog OUT 2 (0–10 V) Analog output 2, (0-10 V) controlled by I/O board Modbus register 508. (values range from
0-10000)
20 A1. Analog OUT 1 (0–10 V) Analog output 1, (0-10 V) controlled by I/O board Modbus register 507. (values range from
0-10000)
21 P2. Adjustable Courtesy Power (5–24 V) Adjustable power output 2, 5–24 V DC. Use DXM Configuration Software to set voltage output
and associating power output to input pins.
22 N4. NMOS OUT 4 NMOS switch to ground controlled by I/O Modbus registers 504; 1A maximum at 30 V DC.
23 N3. NMOS OUT 3 NMOS switch to ground controlled by I/O Modbus registers 503; 1A maximum at 30 V DC.
24 N2. NMOS OUT 2 NMOS switch to ground controlled by I/O Modbus registers 502; 1A maximum at 30 V DC.
25 N1. NMOS OUT 1 NMOS switch to ground controlled by I/O Modbus registers 501; 1A maximum @ 30VDC.
26 GD. Ground DXM ground
27 U4. Universal Input 4 Universal input #4, NPN, PNP, 0–20 mA, 0–10 V, 10k Thermistor. Use DXM Configuration
Software or Modbus registers to set input type. I/O Modbus register 4
28 U3. Universal Input 3 Universal input #3, NPN, PNP, 0–20 mA, 0–10 V, 10k Thermistor. Use DXM Configuration
Software or Modbus registers to set input type. I/O Modbus register 3
29 GD. Ground DXM ground
30 P1. Adjustable Courtesy Power (5–24 V) Adjustable power output 1, 5–24 V DC. Use DXM Configuration Software to set voltage output
and associating power output to input pins.
31 U2. Universal Input 2 Universal input #2, NPN, PNP, 0–20 mA, 0–10 V, 10k Thermistor. Use DXM Configuration
Software or Modbus registers to set input type. I/O Modbus register 2
32 U1. Universal Input 1 Universal input #1, NPN, PNP, 0–20 mA, 0–10 V, 10k Thermistor. Use DXM Configuration
Software or Modbus registers to set input type. I/O Modbus register 1
A Base board LED J Modbus Slave ID DIP Switches
B A1. Cellular or secondary antenna K Modbus Slave ID DIP Switches
C Radio LED G Programming header L Processor Board Connection
D A2. ISM Antenna H ISM Radio Board Connection (A2
model only) M Display Connection
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4 Configuration Instructions
4.1 DXM100-A Configuration
Use the DXM Configuration Software to customize the configuration of the controller. Select the DXM100-A model when
using the configuration software.
To configure the DXM-100Ax, connect the DXM's USB to a computer. When the USB cable is plugged into the DXM
Controller, the device is powered by the USB power. When the USB cable is unplugged, the device resets itself and is
powered by the connected battery.
The software allows the user to define parameters for the DXM, then saves the configuration in an XML file on the PC. After
the configuration file is saved, upload the XML configuration file to the DXM for operation. There are several example
configuration files available in our Configuration Library at http://bannerengineering.com/dekconfig. This quick start guide
outlines the basic operations to set up a DXM using the configuration software. For a more comprehensive explanation of
features, refer to the software Instruction Manual (p/n 209933).
For a complete list of all associated product documentation, refer to your model's instruction manual.
The DXM100-A kit has operating limitations based on the storage capacity of the 12 V lithium iron phosphate battery (5.5
Ah), the 5 W solar panel (0.29 A maximum) and the days of autonomy desired. The main power consumption contributors
are:
• Cellular push interval, which should be set to 15 minutes or longer (use the Sample Count parameter for greater
granularity)
• RS485 communications of external Modbus devices using switched power
• Poor cellular signal strength and/or radio signal strength, creating multiple retry attempts.
Efficient operations include:
• DC Latch operations
• SDI-12 operations
• I/O operations
• ISM radio network operations
Some example configuration that operate on less than 5 mA (on average), and operate using the 12 V battery (5.5 Ah)
without sun for over 20 days include:
• SDI-12 reading in 15-minute intervals
• Two DC latching outputs toggling every 5 minutes
• One temperature/humidity probe powered from 16 V switched power reading every 5 minutes
• ScriptBasic program controlling temperature/humidity power and reading, DC latching control
• Read rules operating every 5 to 15 minutes for solar charging parameters and SDI-12 data
• Cellular push every 15 minutes, sampling every 5 minutes, for 16 Local Registers
• ISM radio devices operating at 0.25 W transmit power mode (default radio transmit power is 1 W)
Verify the battery consumption. When creating custom configurations, measure the current draw on the battery. Load the
DXM100-A device configuration and measure the average current draw over two or three cellular pushes. A meter in series
with the battery may cause the device to brown out if the battery is not fully charged.
4.2 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
configuration 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.
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Figure 7. Traditional Setup opening screen
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
reconnect 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.
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 device.
4.2.1 Configuration Example: Reading Registers on a Modbus Slave
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 Slave device and save the data
into the local registers.
Important: 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 parameter. Other selections will appear based on the parameter.
Figure 8. Modify Multiple Registers screen
1. Enter the Starting register and Ending register.
2. Select the value to change using the drop-down list next to each value.
3. Enter the new value in the field provided.
4. To push register values to the web server, set Cloud Permissions to read.
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If the Cloud Permissions are set to Read, the web server only views data from the device and cannot write data to
the device. If the permissions are set to Write, the web server only writes to the device and cannot read the data. If
the permissions are set to Read/Write, the web server can read the data from the device and write to the device from
the web.
5. Click Modify Registers to save and apply the changes.
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 Slave 4. The results
are stored in the Local Registers 1 through 6.
Figure 9. Read Rules - Configuration Example
1. 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 slave ID.
5. Select how many registers to read, and the beginning register.
6. Define the register type, how often to read the register, and any other appropriate parameters.
7. 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.
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.
Figure 10. Settings > System > Device Time
1. Go to the Settings > System screen.
2. 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.
3. Set your time zone and select whether or not your device observes daylight saving time (DST).
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4.2.2 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.
1. Save the XML configuration file to your hard drive by going to the File > Save As menu.
2. Go to the DXM > Send XML Configuration to DXM menu.
Figure 11. 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 yellow, the file transfer is in progress.
The device reboots and begins running the new configuration.
4.3 DXM100-A2 Models Only
4.3.1 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.
4.3.2 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.
1. 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.
2. Enter binding mode on the DXM radio:
a) Use the arrow keys to select the ISM Radio menu on the LCD and press ENTER.
b) Highlight the Binding menu and press ENTER.
3. 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.
4. Start binding mode on the DXM radio by pressing ENTER on the DXM radio.
5. Enter binding mode on the DX80 Node.
• For housed radios, triple-click button 2.
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• 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.
6. Label the Node with the assigned address number for future reference.
7. 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.
8. Repeat these steps for as many DX80 Nodes as are needed for your network.
9. When you are finished binding, press BACK on the DXM until you return to the main menu.
4.3.3 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 master device passes the site survey request to the
intended Modbus slave 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.
1. On the DXM: Use the arrow buttons to select the ISM Radio menu and press ENTER.
2. Select the Site Survey menu and press ENTER.
3. 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.
4. When you are finished running the Site Survey, press Back twice to return to the main menu and exit site survey
mode.
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.
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5 Activating Services
5.1 Banner Cellular Data Services
5.1.1 Activate Cell Services
Follow these instructions to activate the cellular data plan for your DEK Series Kit.
The DEK Series kit uses a cellular network specifically designed for IoT devices that use low power, have minimal data
consumption, and are low cost. Banner has created several tiers of service plans for IoT deployment. Select the appropriate
plan size for the kit to avoid any data overage fees applied to your account.
1. Visit the cellular data calculator at our support site to determine a suitable plan for your needs.
2. Using a web browser, navigate to secure.bannercelldata.com.
Figure 12. Banner cellular data opening screen
3. Select the region the system is operating in.
• If the system is within the contiguous United States, select United States from the region drop-down list.
• If the system will be used in Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, or Mexico, select North America.
4. From the drop-down list of cellular data plans, select the plan identified by the cellular data calculator.
5.1.2 Create an Account
Figure 13. Banner cell data username and password screen
1. Enter an email address (username) and password.
2. Enter the requested payment information for your account.
3. Enter your mailing address and contact information.
4. Review and accept the terms and conditions.
5.1.3 Add a Device to the Cellular Network
1. Navigate to the My Services and Equipment section.
The purchased type of service displays.
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2. Click on the drop-down arrow next to the cellular carrier to expose the ICCID and IMEI entry fields.
3. Select the appropriate cellular carrier for your kit.
• For a kit model number ending in -V, select Verizon.
• For a kit model number ending in -A, select AT&T.
4. Enter the ICCID and IMEI numbers.
The ICCID and IMEI numbers are on the back label of the DXM.
5. Refresh the page as prompted.
The device appears under the carrier line of service with a Status of Active.
It can take up to five minutes for the cellular module to be recognized by the network. Please wait until Status has changed
to Active before proceeding. You will also receive a confirmation email that your device has been activated.
The DXM is now connected to the cellular network.
5.2 Banner Cloud Data Services (BannerCDS)
5.2.1 Activate Cloud Services
Follow these instructions to activate your cloud services account.
1. Go to the bannercds.com website.
2. Register your account by going to the Sign Up menu.
3. Select Enter Authorization Code and Create Account.
4. Enter the requested information. The authorization code is on the Authorization Card included with your kit.
5. Read and accept the Services Access and Use Agreement.
5.2.2 Create a New Gateway
After you log into the Banner Cloud Data Services website, the Gateway screen displays. Follow these steps to create a new
monitoring site.
1. Click on +New Gateway.
Create a new Gateway/site for each device that will be sending data to the web server.
A Create New Gateway prompt appears.
2. Verify Traditional is selected for the Configuration.
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3. Enter a site name.
4. Click Create.
The Gateway/Site appears in the listing of devices on the Gateways screen.
5. Click Edit Gateway (pencil icon) next to your Gateway/Site name.
The Gateway detail window appears.
6. Copy the Site ID number located at the top of this window.
The Site ID number created by the web server is a required parameter in the configuration of the DXM. The Site ID is
the address the webserver uses to store the data pushed from the DXM.
7. Click Save.
5.2.3 Modifying the XML Configuration File
Use the DXM Configuration Software to configure the operation of the DXM.
Launch the software. You can use one of these three screens to modify registers:
•Local Registers—Edits individual registers
•Modify Multiple Registers—Edits multiple registers at the same time
•Local Registers in Use—Edits individual registers
Refer to the DXM Configuration Software Instruction Manual (p/n 209933) for more details.
5.2.4 Configure the Cloud Data Services Settings
1. To configure the connection to the web server, go to the Settings > Cloud Services screen.
2. Copy and paste the Site ID.
The Site ID is that long string of numbers and letters from the Banner Cloud Data Services website.
3. Verify the Server Name/IP is set to push.bannercds.com and the Page is set to /push.aspx for sending to the
website.
4. Set the Cloud Push Interval to a value appropriate for your application.
The Cloud Push Interval determines how often the device pushes the data to the web. The faster the push interval,
the more data is sent to the site. Cellular plans can only push at an interval of 10 minutes or longer. The Sample
Count specifies how many times the data is gathered within the Cloud Push Interval.
For example, if the Cloud Push Interval is 15 minutes and the Sample Count is set to 3, then during each data push
(every 15 minutes), 3 samples are sent to the web. This is one sample every 5 minutes.
5. Set the Push Method to HTTP Cloud Push and the Push Interface to Cell.
6. On the Cellular screen, select the appropriate Cell Module.
• Select SXI-CATM1VZW-001 for kit model numbers ending in -V
• Select SXI-CATM1ATT-001 for kit model numbers ending in -A
The APN will automatically change accordingly.
7. Save the configuration file by going to File > Save.
File names must be no more than 30 characters long, and should not contain any spaces or special characters.
8. With a USB cable connected to the device, go to the Device > Connection Settings menu.
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9. Select the appropriate Comm Port and click Connect.
If multiple comm ports are visible, try each one until the software is able to connect to the device.
10. Go to Device > Send Configuration to the Device to upload the new XML file.
5.2.5 Upload the XML Configuration File to the Website
To upload an XML configuration file to the website, follow these instructions.
1. At the webserver, select the Home screen.
2. On the row displaying your new site, click the Edit Gateway (pencil) icon.
3. Select Update XML.
4. Click Choose File and select the file that was just updated to the DXM and click Save.
Figure 14. Example file selection screen that may not represent your specific kit
After the XML file is loaded into the webserver, the webserver uses the register names and configurations defined in
the configuration file.
5. Click on the Site Name link to go to the configured registers to see the values uploaded by the DXM.
The same XML configuration files is now loaded on both the DXM and the Website. After some time, the data should
be seen on the website.
Completing these steps creates continuity between the site created on the website with the DXM used in the field. The DXM
pushes data to the website, which can be viewed at any time.
Refer to the Banner Cloud Data Services Instruction Manual (p/n 178337) to review all the features available for monitoring,
comparing data, and establishing warnings/alarms on the website.
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6 Installation Instructions
6.1 Install the Enclosure's Mounting Plate
The DEK100 kit includes a custom mounting plate designed to be fastened to a pole with the included clamps or bolted to a
wall or flat surface.
1. Close the enclosure's lid and fasten the latches.
2. Turn the enclosure over and place on a flat surface with the lid facing down.
3. Remove the mounting plate from the packaging along with the self-tapping screws and pole clamps.
4. Align the four holes of the mounting plate with the embossed holes of the enclosure.
5. Verify the plate is oriented such that the countersunk hole faces outward from the enclosure.
6. Use the included screws to fasten the plate to the enclosure. Do not over-torque.
7. Use the 2 13/16" to 3 3/4" pole clamps and the geometry of the plate tabs to fasten the enclosure to an appropriately
sized pole.
Figure 15. Pole clamp and plate tab
6.2 Mount the Solar Panel
Mount the solar panel at an angle appropriate with your geographic region and avoid any light obstructions to the panel for
best performance.
Note: A three-inch u-bolt is required when mounting to a pole (not included).
The typical angle for solar panel orientation is no less than 20 degrees from parallel to avoid rain accumulation on the
surface. There are many online resources to determine the best angle for each geographical region.
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7 Product Support and Maintenance
7.1 Final Support Information
Congratulations! You have successfully configured and installed your kit. Please visit www.bannerengineering.com for
detailed information regarding the DXM Controller; wired analog, discrete, and Modbus sensors; wireless Sensor Nodes; and
Banner Cloud Data Services.
Please visit our Configuration Library (http://bannerengineering.com/dekconfig) for configuration and script files to help
deploy the DEK kit for your application.
Banner Engineering is available to assist with all your predictive maintenance and condition monitoring applications. Please
contact our applications team to assist in continuing software services after the trial period has concluded. Contact Banner
Engineering's support team at 1-888-373-6767 or fill out the Contact an Engineer form at www.bannerengineering.com.
7.2 DXM100-Ax Documentation
For more information about the DXM100 family of products, please see additional documentation and videos on the Banner
website: www.bannerengineering.com.
• DXM100-A1 and A2 Datasheet, p/n 212027
• DXM100-Bx Wireless Controller Instruction Manual, p/n 190037
• DXM ScriptBasic Instruction Manual, p/n 191745
• DXM Controller API Protocol, p/n 186221
• DXM Controller Configuration Quick Start, p/n 191247
• DXM Enclosure Kit Setup Guide (Solar Kits), p/n 223953
• DXM Configuration Software v4 (p/n b_4496867)
• DXM Configuration Software v4 Instruction Manual, p/n 209933
• Banner CDS Web Service Quick Start Guide, p/n 201126
• Banner CDS Web Service Instruction Manual, p/n 178337
• Additional technical notes and videos
Technical notes, configuration examples, and ScriptBasic program examples are available at www.bannerengineering.com.
7.3 Warnings
Install and properly ground a qualified surge suppressor when installing a remote antenna system. Remote antenna
configurations installed without surge suppressors invalidate the manufacturer's warranty. Keep the ground wire as short as
possible and make all ground connections to a single-point ground system to ensure no ground loops are created. No surge
suppressor can absorb all lightning strikes; do not touch the Sure Cross® device or any equipment connected to the Sure
Cross device during a thunderstorm.
Exporting Sure Cross® Radios. It is our intent to fully comply with all national and regional regulations regarding radio
frequency emissions. Customers who want to re-export this product to a country other than that to which it was sold
must ensure the device is approved in the destination country. The Sure Cross wireless products were certified for use
in these countries using the antenna that ships with the product. When using other antennas, verify you are not exceeding
the transmit power levels allowed by local governing agencies. This device has been designed to operate with the antennas
listed on Banner Engineering’s website and having a maximum gain of 9 dBm. Antennas not included in this list or having a
gain greater that 9 dBm are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. To
reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen such that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. Consult with Banner
Engineering Corp. if the destination country is not on this list.
Important: Please download the complete DXM Enclosure Kit (DEK) Series technical documentation,
available in multiple languages, from www.bannerengineering.com for details on the proper use,
applications, Warnings, and installation instructions of this device.
Important: Por favor descargue desde www.bannerengineering.com toda la documentación técnica de los
DXM Enclosure Kit (DEK) Series, disponibles en múltiples idiomas, para detalles del uso adecuado,
aplicaciones, advertencias, y las instrucciones de instalación de estos dispositivos.
Important: Veuillez télécharger la documentation technique complète des DXM Enclosure Kit (DEK)
Series sur notre site www.bannerengineering.com pour les détails sur leur utilisation correcte, les
applications, les notes de sécurité et les instructions de montage.
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