ControlByWeb X-18s User manual

X-18s™ Users Manual
X-18s User Manual Revisions
Revision Description
1.0 Initial release
1.1 Adjusted relay ratings
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X-18s™ Users Manual Introduction
Section 1: Introduction
The X-18s™ expansion odule is used with the X-600M controller. The X-18s has ten, high-current
relays, each with For -C contacts (SPDT). Wiring connections are ade to the relays using 1/4” tab
ter inals located on top of the relays. One or ore X-18s expansion odules can be connected to an X-
600M controller with ribbon cables.
The X-600M is a ultifunction web-enabled industrial I/O controller. It perfor s control, logic, and
onitoring functions si ilar to that of a Progra able Logic Controller (PLC). However, unlike a PLC,
the X-600M is designed for web-based applications fro the ground up. No add-on software or
hardware is required. The X-600M can be fully configured, progra ed and tested using its built-in web
server. The web setup pages are intuitive and easy to use and do not require special progra ing
skills.
The X-600M together with expansion odules such as the X-18s provide an easy, flexible and reliable
way to onitor and control syste s and devices over a network. The X-18s is suitable for use with
security syste s and industrial controls. It can control relatively heavy loads such as otors, solenoid
valves, and lights.
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1.1 Features and Connectors
Relays (1 )
The X-18s has ten high-current relays. 1/4” tab ter inals are provided for the Common, Normally Open
and Normally Closed contacts of each relay. The tab ter inal connections on the relays have no
internal fuse or other over current protection. The relays are isolated fro all other circuits.
Expansion Bus
The expansion bus allows for a fa ily of expansion odules to be connected directly to the X-600M
without the need for an Ethernet switch. The co unications cable can be a daisy chain with ultiple
connectors. The X-18s has two expansion bus connectors (one on each end) which allow the use of
short ribbon cables to connect fro one odule to the next.
Power Supply
The X-18s has screw ter inal connections for aking direct connections to a 9 to 28VDC power supply.
See Section 2.3.2 for ore details. The X-18s e ploys a odern switch- ode power supply. With this
type of power supply the current draw decreases as the voltage increases.
Indicators
Each relay has a green LED indicator which is illu inated when the respective relay is active. The power
LED indicator is illu inated whenever the odule is powered. To identify the odule during installation
the X-600M can send a blink co and fro the X-600M which will cause the power LED to blink for
three seconds.
1.2 Part Numbers and Accessories
Device Description Part Number
X-18s 10-Relay expansion odule X-18s
Jumper cable 5-inch x 10 conductor ribbon cable (included) EXPCBL-5in
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X-18s™ Users Manual Installation and Connections
Section 2: Installation and Connections
Installation consists of ounting the X-18s and connecting it to an X-600M controller with a 10-conductor
ribbon cable. Connect a 9-28VDC power source to the X-18s. Progra ing and testing is done by using
a web browser to configure the web pages and outputs for your specific needs.
2.1 Installation Guidelines
•This unit ust be installed by qualified personnel.
•This unit ust not be installed in unprotected outdoor locations.
•This unit ust not be used for edical, life saving purposes, or for any purpose where its failure
could cause serious injury or the loss of life.
•This unit ust not be used in any way where its function or failure could cause significant loss or
property da age.
•The X-18S ust installed inside an NRTL certified industrial control panel or si ilar NRTL
certified fire/electrical enclosure.
•If the X-18S is used in a anner not specified by Xytronix, the protection provided by the
equip ent ay be i paired.
•The relay tab ter inals are 1/4” x .032”. Use UL listed quick-connect connectors suitable for field
connections. Use a suitable cri ping tool as specified by the connector anufacturer. Use wire
rated for 75ºC ( in) for connections to the relays.
The X-18s is tested to safety require ents for equip ent to be supplied fro the building wiring (i.e. thru
a circuit breaker). It is not rated for installation within or as part of the circuit breaker panel. When used
to control AC line voltages the X-18s ust be ounted and protected in a suitable electrical enclosure.
2.2 Mounting
Expansion odules are nor ally ounted to the left side of the X-600M controller (e bossed logo side)
so that the ribbon cable doesn't cover the power connector. The X-18s ust be located in a clean, dry
location where it is protected fro the ele ents. See Appendix E: Mechanical Dimensions for additional
echanical details.
The X-18s can be ounted to a standard (35 by 7.55 ) DIN-Rail. Attach the odule to the DIN-
Rail by placing the top hooks on the back of the PCB tray to the DIN-Rail and then snap the botto
hooks into place. To re ove the odule insert a flat-head screw driver into the notch in the release tab
and pry against the bracket to release the botto hook. Unhook both brackets.
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2.3 Making Connections
CAUTION: Make sure the power is shut off before making connections
CAUTION: This unit should be installed by a qualified technician.
CAUTION: Miswiring or misconfiguration could cause permanent damage to the X-18s, the
equipment to which it is connected, or both.
Screw ter inal connectors are provided for aking the DC power connections. Connections to the
relays require 1/4” push on tab ter inals. The Co , NC, and NO ter inals are arked on the relay
housing. Use wire rated for 75ºC ( in) for connections to the relays. Make certain the tab ter inals are
tightly cri ped with a suitable wire ter inal cri per.
It is reco ended that any load (device to be controlled) not be connected to the expansion odules
until after the X-600M has been configured and tested. By doing this, wiring and configuration istakes
will not cause the load device to turn on unexpectedly.
2.3.1 Expansion Bus
The expansion bus allows for a fa ily of expansion odules to be connected directly to the X-600M
without the need for an Ethernet switch. The expansion bus carries both co unications and power and
is connected in a ‘daisy-chain’ configuration.
Expansion odules co e in two different enclosure configurations:
•S all odules, such as the X-11s, X-12s, etc., are 1.4” wide, fully enclosed, and have a single
expansion bus connector. These odules are connected to each other with a single ribbon
cable which has ultiple connectors, one connector for each odule. Power is supplied to these
s all odules fro the X-600M through the expansion cable.
•Larger odules, such as the X-18s, are packaged using a DIN-rail circuit-board tray and have
two expansion bus connectors, one on each end. These odules are connected to each other
using a 5-inch “ju per” ribbon-cable connector which has one connector on each end. The
larger odules require power to be supplied through a separate power connector.
The X-18s co es with a 5-inch ju per type ribbon cable for aking connections to the X-600M. These
ju per cables are also used to connect additional larger odules such as additional X-18s units. When
aking connections between the X-18s and the s aller expansion odules, a ribbon cable with ultiple
connectors can be used. These cables are available fro ControlByWeb.co and can be purchased
with the correct nu ber of connectors to acco odate the nu ber of expansion odules needed.
Due to the height difference between the larger odules, such as the X-18s, and the s aller odules,
purchase a cable with one extra connector to allow the required spacing between the X-18s and the
adjacent odule. The photo in in section 2.2 (above) illustrates how to connect the X-18s. The photo
shows an X-600M (on the right) connected to an X-18s odule using the ribbon cable that ca e with the
X-18s. To the left of the X-18s are two additional “s all” expansion odules (X-12s and X15s). The X-
18s is connected to these odules using a ulti-connector ribbon cable with four connectors. Due to the
height difference between the X-18s and the X-15s one connector is not used.
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2.3.2 Power Supply
The X-600 expansion bus nor ally provides both power and co unications to the expansion odules.
This ethod however, is not workable with the X-18s because it has large relays and the ribbon cable
cannot reliably provide sufficient DC power. Instead the X-18s has two dedicated screw ter inal
connections for aking direct connections to a 9 to 28VDC power supply. It is reco ended to connect
these two ter inals to the sa e power supply that powers the X-600M aster. The 10-pin ribbon cable
has connections which allow the X-600M to power X-11s, X-12s etc odules. These power connections
flow thru the X-18s fro one ribbon cable connector to the other, but are not connected to its internal
power supply.
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X-18s™ Users Manual Exa ple Applications
Section 3: Example Applications
3.1 Control a device over an IP network
The illustration below shows a si ple exa ple of using the X-18s to control a device over an IP network.
The device to be controlled is wired in series with the relay contacts.
Note: Use a use or circuit breaker provide over current protection.
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Configuration and Setup X-18s™ Users Manual
Section 4: Configuration and Setup
4.1 Setup Example
The Quick Start Demo
After aking the power and Ethernet connections, the X-600M can auto atically scan for the presence
of any ControlByWeb™ Ethernet devices (on the sa e sub-net) and also for any expansion odules
connected to the X-600M via the ribbon-cable connector. It can also auto atically create a dashboard
web page and populate it with all of the resources (co ponents) supported by the Ethernet devices and
expansion odules if specified while adding the device. This akes it easy to start experi enting with
the web page's user interface and to try out the relays.
To quickly add a device do the following:
1. Click on the Devices enu tab to pull up the Devices Overview page. Then click on the Find New
Devices button to scan the expansion bus and the local network for ControlByWeb devices and
expansion odules.
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2. In this exa ple we are going to add an X-18s expansion module. Click the Add button for the X-18s.
3. In the Select colu n, click the checkboxes of the I/O co ponents you would like to configure and
select the Create Device Widget option (This will display the status of the I/O on the Dashboard).
Click Add Checked I/O to sub it these changes.
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4. Click Commit Changes - Once clicked, the X-600M begins to onitor the newly added device.
5. On the ain enu, click the View Dashboards enu tab. The View Dashboards page shows a
display si ilar to what users will see when accessing the X-600M's control page. Use this page to test
and debug the dashboards, panels, widgets and co ponents in real ti e. A pull-down enu allows
access to other dashboards. Within inutes you can experience the power and flexibility of the
dashboard's user interface and experi ent/test the buttons, sliders, and data entry boxes to eet your
needs for your specific application.
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X-18s™ Users Manual Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix A: Specifications
Power Requirements
Input Voltage: 9-28 VDC (24V reco ended)
Current: See table below for typical values at 25°C
Power Supply Relays OFF Relays ON
9 VDC 18 A 1200 A
12 VDC 14 A 880 A
24 VDC 11 A 450 A
Power Input Terminal Strip
Conductor range: 26-18AWG
Conductor Type: Copper
Tightening torque: 4.5 in-lb (reco ended)
Relays
Nu ber of relays: 10
Relay Contacts
Load Type: General purpose
Contact For : SPDT (for C)
Contact Material: Silver Nickel
Max Voltage: 277 VAC (general purpose)
30 VDC (NC contact, resistive)
Max Current: 15A
Contact Resistance: <30 illioh s initial
Electrical Life: 100K cycles, typical @ full-rated load (higher with s aller load)
Mechanical Life: 10M cycles, typical
Control Options: On/Off or Pulsed
Pulse Ti er Duration: 100 s to 86400 Seconds (1-day)
Relay Connections
Tab Ter inals: 1/4” x .032”
Use UL listed quick-connect connectors suitable for field connections.
Use cri ping tool as specified by the connector anufacturer.
Wire: Use wire rated for 75ºC ( in) for connections to the relays
Expansion Connector:
Connector: Ribbon cable, 2x5-position, polarized 0.100” pitch
Co unications: RS-485
LED Indicators
Green: Power On, Relay 1-10
Environmental
Operating Te perature: -40ºC to 65.5ºC (-40ºF to 150ºF)
Storage Te perature: -40ºC to 85ºC (-40ºF to 185ºF)
Hu idity: 5% to 95% non condensing
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Appendix A: Specifications X-18s™ Users Manual
Altitude: Up to 2000 eters
Environ ental Rating: Pollution Degree 2
Installation: Must be installed inside an NRTL certified industrial control panel
or si ilar NRTL certified fire/electrical enclosure.
Environmental
Operating Te perature: -40ºC to 65.5ºC (-40ºF to 150ºF)
Storage Te perature: -40ºC to 85ºC (-40ºF to 185ºF)
Hu idity: 5% to 95% non condensing
Altitude: Up to 2000 eters
Classification: Pollution Degree 2
Installation: Must be installed inside an NRTL certified industrial control panel
or si ilar NRTL certified fire/electrical enclosure.
Mechanical
Mount: Snaps onto a 35 by 7.55 DIN rail
Size: 8.6” x 4.95” x 2.46” (218.44 x 125.73 x 62.48 )
Weight: 20 oz (566 g)
Enclosure Material: PVC
Enclosure Fla e Rating: UL94 V1
Electromagnetic Compliance
IEC CISPR 22, CISPR 24
FCC 47CFR15 (Class B)
EN55024 ITE I unity (2010)
EN55022 E issions (2010)
Product Safety Compliance
UL 61010-1 (Electrical Equip ent for Measure ent, Control, and Laboratory Use)
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X-18s™ Users Manual Appendix B: Trade ark and Copyright Infor ation
Appendix B: Trademark and Copyright Information
This docu ent is Copyright ©2016-2020 by Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. All rights reserved.
X-600M™, WebRelay™, ControlByWeb™, and Xytronix Research & Design™ are trade arks of
Xytronix Research & Design™, Inc. 2005-2020.
All other trade arks are the property of their respective owners.
All parts of this product and design including but not li ited to fir ware, hardware design, sche atics,
PCB layout, concept, graphics, users anual, etc., are property of Xytronix Research & Design, Inc.
©2005-2020. X-18s ay not be opened, disasse bled, copied or reverse-engineered.
No part of this anual ay be reproduced or trans itted in any for or by any eans, electronic or
echanical, including photocopying or scanning, for any purpose other than the personal use by the
purchaser of this product. Xytronix Research & Design, Inc., assu es no responsibility for any errors
that ay appear in this docu ent.
Whereas reasonable effort has been ade to ake the infor ation in this docu ent as useful and
accurate as possible, Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. assu es no responsibility for the application,
usefulness, or co pleteness of the infor ation contained herein. Under no circu stance will Xytronix
Research & Design, Inc. be responsible or liable for any da ages or losses including direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential da ages or losses arising fro either the use of any infor ation
contained within this anual or the use of any products or services referenced in this anual.
Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. reserves the right to change any product’s features, specifications,
docu entation, warranties, fee schedules, and conditions at any ti e and without notice.
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Appendix C: Warranty X-18s™ Users Manual
Appendix C: Warranty
This Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. product is warrantied against defects in aterial and
work anship for a period of five years fro the date of ship ent for products purchased on or after May
1, 2016 (one year for products purchased before May 1, 2016). During the warranty period, Xytronix
Research & Design, Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser of the equip ent only.
For warranty service or repair, custo er ust contact Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. technical
support ([email protected] ) and obtain a Return Authorization nu ber (RA#). Before issuing
an RA#, a support technician will work with custo er to try to resolve the issue without returning the
product. If technician deter ines that product ust be returned for service an RA# will be issued. Next,
the product ust be properly packaged and returned to Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. with the RA#
clearly arked on the package. The purchaser shall prepay all charges for shipping to Xytronix
Research & Design, Inc. For warranty repairs of products less than one year old, Xytronix Research &
Design, Inc. will pay the shipping charges to return the product to the purchaser as long as the product is
shipped within the continental United States. If the product is shipped outside of the continental United
States or the product was shipped ore than one year earlier, the purchaser shall pay all shipping
charges, duties, and taxes.
Limitation
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects or da age resulting fro i proper use or isuse,
unauthorized repair, ta pering, odification, i proper connection, or operation outside the
electrical/environ ental specifications for the product. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God,
such as fire, flood, hurricanes, and tornadoes. This warranty does not cover da age to property,
equip ent, direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental da age (including da age for loss of business
profit, business interruption, loss of data, and the like) arising out of the use or isuse of this product.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE LIABILITY OF XYTRONIX RESEARCH & DESIGN, INC. TO
THE PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PARTY EXCEED THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM. No other warranty is expressed or i plied.
Xytronix Research & Design, Inc. specifically disclai s the i plied warranties or erchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. So e jurisdictions ay not allow the exclusion of li itation of liability for
consequential or incidental da age.
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X-18s™ Users Manual Appendix D: FCC State ent
Appendix D: FCC Statement
This device co plies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device ay not cause har ful interference.
- This device ust accept any interference received, including interference that ay cause undesired
operation.
Warning
This equip ent has been tested and found to co ply with the li its for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These li its are designed to provide reasonable protection. This
equip ent generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, ay cause interference to radio co unications. There is no
guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip ent does
cause har ful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter ined by turning the
equip ent off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or ore of the
following easures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equip ent and receiver.
- Connect the equip ent to a circuit different fro where the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice
Changes or odification not expressly approved by the party responsible for co pliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip ent.
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Appendix E: Mechanical Di ensions X-18s™ Users Manual
Appendix E: Mechanical Dimensions
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