MDS NETio Series Original operating instructions

Installation & Operation Guide
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MDS 05-4457A01, Rev. A
MARCH 1, 2007
Wireless Communication Transceivers
for Analog & Digital I/O Signals
MDS NETioTM Series
Microwave Data Systems Inc.
Base
Module Expansion
Module

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCINGTHE MDS NETio SYSTEM................ 1
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL...................................................................................................... 3
1.1.1 Conventions Used ...................................................................................................................3
1.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................ 3
1.3 HOW IT WORKS................................................................................................................ 5
1.3.1 I/O Operating Modes ...............................................................................................................5
1.3.2 Configuration Levels ................................................................................................................6
1.3.3 Module Profiles ........................................................................................................................6
1.4 CONNECTOR OVERVIEW................................................................................................ 8
1.5 DIN RAIL MOUNTING & REMOVAL............................................................................... 10
1.6 ACCESSORIES ...............................................................................................................12
2 CONFIGURINGWIRELESS SYSTEM
PARAMETERS........................................................ 15
2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 17
2.2 INITIAL SETUP................................................................................................................ 17
2.2.1 NETio Backplane Communication .........................................................................................18
2.2.2 Measure & Connect DC Power ..............................................................................................18
2.3 SET BASIC CONFIGURATION OF THE NETio BASE MODULE ................................... 19
2.3.1 Starting Information Screen ...................................................................................................20
2.3.2 Main Menu .............................................................................................................................22
2.3.3 Wireless Configuration Menu ................................................................................................22
2.3.4 entraNET Configuration Menu ...............................................................................................23
2.3.5 Basic Configuration Menu .....................................................................................................24
2.3.6 WeXP Configuration Menu ....................................................................................................25
2.3.7 Wireless Expansion Module Configuration ............................................................................26
2.4 ASSIGNING MODULE IDs .............................................................................................. 27
2.4.1 ID Conflict List Menu .............................................................................................................29
2.4.2 Conflict (Resolution) Menu ....................................................................................................30
2.4.3 Configuring WeXP Wireless Expansion Modules ..................................................................31
2.4.4 I/O Module Configuration Menu .............................................................................................31

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2.4.5 I/O Module Menu ...................................................................................................................32
2.4.6 Check for Normal Operation ..................................................................................................32
2.5 USING & CONFIGURING THE entraNET AP (if present) ............................................... 33
2.6 INITIAL SETUP................................................................................................................ 34
2.6.1 Measure & Connect DC Power ..............................................................................................35
2.7 SET BASIC CONFIGURATION OF entraNET AP ........................................................... 35
2.7.1 Log-in & Configuration at entraNET AP .................................................................................36
2.7.2 Set Key AP Parameters .........................................................................................................37
2.7.3 Starting Information Screen ...................................................................................................37
2.7.4 Main Menu .............................................................................................................................38
2.7.5 Network Configuration Menu .................................................................................................39
2.7.6 Wireless MAC Configuration Menu ........................................................................................39
2.7.7 IP Configuration Menu ...........................................................................................................40
2.8 ACCESSING NETio UNITS VIA AN entraNET AP .......................................................... 41
2.8.1 Wireless Network Menu .........................................................................................................42
2.8.2 Remote Management Menu ..................................................................................................43
2.8.3 Over-the-Air Configuration of Remotes .................................................................................44
3 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION.................................... 45
3.1 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................... 47
3.2 I/O NETWORK MENU ..................................................................................................... 47
3.2.1 I/O Module Configuration Menu .............................................................................................48
3.2.2 Discrete Input Menu ..............................................................................................................49
3.2.3 Analog Input Menu ................................................................................................................50
3.2.4 Discrete Output Menu ............................................................................................................51
3.2.5 Analog Output Menu .............................................................................................................52
3.3 MAPPING INPUTS TO OUTPUTS FOR SIGNAL EXTENSION AND REGENERATION 53
3.3.1 Setting the Source Field for Mapping ....................................................................................53
3.3.2 Mapping Between NETio Units ..............................................................................................55
3.4 FAILSAFE SETTINGS ..................................................................................................... 55
3.4.1 Configuring Failsafe Settings .................................................................................................56
3.4.2 Configuring Failsafe Timeouts ...............................................................................................57
WeXP Failsafe Timeout...............................................................................................................57

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4 WIRING &TERMINATIONS................................... 59
4.1 I/O & POWER CONNECTIONS....................................................................................... 61
4.1.1 Module Dimensions ...............................................................................................................61
4.1.2 I/O Configurations .................................................................................................................61
4.2 I/O POINTS WIRING & TERMINATION........................................................................... 62
4.2.1 Analog Input Wiring ...............................................................................................................62
Current Mode ..............................................................................................................................62
Voltage Mode ..............................................................................................................................63
4.2.2 Discrete Points Wiring ...........................................................................................................63
4.2.3 Module Wiring Diagrams .......................................................................................................64
5 CONFIGURING SERIAL AND IP/ETHERNET
COMMUNICATIONS............................................... 71
5.1 CONFIGURING SERIAL AND IP/ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS .............................. 73
5.1.1 Configuring the NETio Serial Port .........................................................................................73
5.1.2 Configuring the IP Ethernet Port ...........................................................................................75
6 MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT FUNCTIONS...... 77
6.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 78
6.2 NETio entraNET RADIO MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT ................................................. 78
6.2.1 Modifying NETio entraNET RF Output Power .......................................................................78
6.2.2 Performance, Statistics, RSSI Information ............................................................................79
6.2.3 Setting Approved Access Points and Passwords ..................................................................80
6.2.4 Maintenance/Tools/Date and Time ........................................................................................81
6.3 WeXP & NETio MODULE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................... 81
6.3.1 View/Set Expansion Module WeXP RF Power ......................................................................82
6.3.2 Changing Base Module WeXP RF Output Power ..................................................................82
6.3.3 Changing WeXP RF Channel ................................................................................................83
6.3.4 WeXP RSSI and Backplane Communication Statistics .........................................................83
6.4 DEVICE, MODULE and I/O POINT DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................... 84
6.4.1 Changing the NETio Device Name ........................................................................................84
6.4.2 Changing NETio Module and I/O Point Names .....................................................................85
6.5 dBm-WATTS-VOLTS CONVERSION CHART ................................................................. 86

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Copyright Notice
This publication is protected by U.S.A. copyright law. Copyright 2007, Microwave Data Systems,
Inc. All rights reserved.
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dard.
Related Materials on the Internet
Data sheets, frequently asked questions, application notes, information on firmware upgrades, and
other valuable information can be found on the MDS Web site at www.microwavedata.com.
About Microwave Data Systems Inc.
Over two decades ago, MDS began building radios for business-critical applications. Since then,
we’ve installed more than 500,000 radios in over 110 countries. To succeed, we overcame impass-
able terrain, brutal operating conditions and disparate, complex network configurations. We also
became experts in wireless communication standards and system applications worldwide. The
result of our efforts is that today, thousands of utilities around the world rely on MDS-based wire-
less networks to manage their most critical assets.
OPERATIONAL & SAFETY NOTICES
FCC Transmitter Identifications
An MDS NETio Base Module can contain two internal FCC-approved transmitters:
¥ FCC ID: E5MDS-EL806 MDS OEM TransNET 900MHz FHSS transceiver
IC ID: 3738A-MDSEL806
¥ FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO 2.4 GHz Zigbee module
IC ID: 4214A-XBEEPRO
NETio Expansion Modules equipped with wireless expansion services (WeXP) contain one FCC-approved transmitter:
¥ FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO 2.4 GHz Zigbee module
IC ID: 4214A-XBEEPRO
U.S. Installations: Professional installation required. The radio equipment described in
this guide emits radio frequency energy. Although the power level is low, the concentrated
energy from a directional antenna may pose a health hazard. For 900 MHz units, do not
allow people to come closer than 23 cm (9 inches) to the antenna. For 2.4 GHz units, do
not allow people to come closer than 5 cm (2 inches) to the antenna. These distances apply
whether the transmitter is operated in indoor or outdoor environments.
For units with the optional wireless expansion service (WeXP) installed, a minimum sepa-
ration distance of 23cm (9.05") must be maintained between the two antennas (Link and
WeXP) when mounted in their final locations.
More information on RF exposure is available on the Internet at
www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins .
ETSI Installations: In regions where the European Telecommunications Standards Insti-
tute (ETSI) standards apply, 2.4 GHz units with a maximum output power of 100 mW EIRP
are supplied. Do not allow people to come closer than 2.2 cm (1 inch) to the antenna.
RF Exposure

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CSA
/US
Notice
This product is available for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D Hazardous Locations.
Such locations are defined in Article 500 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) pub-
lication NFPA 70, otherwise known as the National Electrical Code.
The transceiver has been recognized for use by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). The
certification for the transceiver is as a Recognized Component in hazardous locations, in accor-
dance with the CSA Certification STD C22.2 No. 213-M1987.
CSA/
US Conditions of Approval:
The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described
above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment which is certified for haz-
ardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by the
approving agencies. The conditions of approval are as follows:
1. The transceiver must be mounted in a separate enclosure suitable for the intended application.
2. The antenna feedline, DC power cable and interface cable must be routed through conduit in
accordance with the National Electrical Code.
3. Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the
transceiver's installation manual, and the National Electrical Code.
4. Tampering or replacement with non-factory components may adversely affect the safe use of
the transceiver in hazardous locations, and may void the approval.
5. When installed in a Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C or D hazardous location, observe the fol-
lowing:
WARNING — EXPLOSION HAZARD— Do not disconnect equipment unless power has
been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for further informa-
tion on hazardous locations and approved Division 2 wiring methods.
FCC Part 15 Notice
The transceiver complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device is
specifically designed to be used under Section 15.247 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Any
unauthorized modification or changes to this device without the express approval of Microwave
Data Systems may void the user’s authority to operate this device. Furthermore, this device is
intended to be used only when installed in accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual.
Failure to comply with these instructions may also void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Manual Revision and Accuracy
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, product
improvements may result in minor differences between the manual and the product shipped to you.
If you have additional questions or need an exact specification for a product, please contact our
Customer Service Team using the information at the back of this guide. In addition, manual
updates can often be found on the MDS Web site at www.microwavedata.com.

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Environmental Information
The equipment that you purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its
production. Improper disposal may contaminate the environment and present a health risk due to
hazardous substances contained within. To avoid dissemination of these substances into our envi-
ronment, and to diminish the demand on natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate
recycling systems for disposal. These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials found in
this equipment in a sound way. Please contact MDS or your supplier for more information on the
proper disposal of this equipment.

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INTRODUCING THE
MDS NETio SYSTEM
1 Chapter Counter Reset Paragraph
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................................... 3
1.1.1 Conventions Used .................................................................... 3
1.2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..................................................... 3
1.3 HOW IT WORKS ..................................................................... 5
1.3.1 I/O Operating Modes ................................................................ 5
1.3.2 Configuration Levels ................................................................. 6
1.3.3 Module Profiles ........................................................................ 6
1.4 CONNECTOR OVERVIEW...................................................... 8
1.5 DIN RAIL MOUNTING & REMOVAL ...................................... 10
1.6 ACCESSORIES....................................................................... 12

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