RJG LYNX DIN/LX-M User manual

PRODUCT MANUALPRODUCT MANUAL
Training and Technology for Injection Molding
Lynx™ Shielded
Communications Adapter
Module
DIN/LX‑M

PRINT DATE 01.12.2023
REVISION NO. 0

i
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
PRODUCT MANUAL
Lynx™ Shielded Communications
Adapter Module
DIN/LX‑M
INTRODUCTION
DISCLAIMER III
PRIVACY III
ALERTS III
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APPLICATIONS 1
OPERATION 1
TEMPERATURE 1
DIMENSIONS 2
CABLE LENGTHS 2
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 3
DIN/LX‑M 3
eDART OR COPILOT CONNECTION 3
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS 4
MOUNTING 4
CONNECTIONS 4

ii Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING 5
WARRANTY 5
RJG, INC. STANDARD WARRANTY 5
PRODUCT DISCLAIMER 5
TROUBLESHOOTING
CUSTOMER SUPPORT 7
RELATED PRODUCTS
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS 9
LYNX CABLES CE‑LX5 9
eDART PROCESS CONTROLLER 9
COPILOT SYSTEM APPLICATION PROCESSOR AP4.0 9
SIMILAR PRODUCTS 10
LYNX SHIELDED DUAL‑RELAY OUTPUT MODULE OR2‑M 10
LYNX SHIELDED ANALOG INPUT MODULE IA1‑M‑V 10
LYNX SHIELDED ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE OA1‑M‑V 10
PRODUCT MANUAL
Lynx™ Shielded Communications
Adapter Module
DIN/LX‑M

iii
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
INTRODUCTION
Read, understand, and comply with all
following instructions. This guide must be
kept available for reference at all times.
DISCLAIMER
Inasmuch as RJG, Inc. has no control
over the use to which others may put
this material, it does not guarantee that
the same results as those described
herein will be obtained. Nor does RJG,
Inc. guarantee the effectiveness or safety
of any possible or suggested design
for articles of manufacture as illustrated
herein by any photographs, technical
drawings, and the like. Each user of the
material or design or both should make
his own tests to determine the suitability
of the material or any material for the
design as well as the suitability of the
material, process, and/or design for his
own particular use. Statements concerning
possible or suggested uses of the material
or designs described herein are not to be
construed as constituting a license under
any RJG, Inc. patent covering such use
or as recommendations for use of such
material or designs in the infringement of
any patent.
PRIVACY
Designed and developed by RJG, Inc.
Manual design, format and structure
copyright 2023 RJG, Inc. content
documentation copyright 2023 RJG, Inc. All
rights reserved. Material contained herein
may not be copied by hand, mechanical, or
electronic means, either whole or in part,
without the express written consent of RJG,
Inc. Permission will normally be granted for
use in conjunction with inter‑company use
not in conflict with RJG’s best interests.
ALERTS
The following three alert types are used
as needed to further clarify or highlight
information presented in the manual:
DEFINITIONA definition or clarification of a
term or terms used in the text.
NOTESLA note provides additional
information about a discussion
topic.
CAUTIONaA caution is used to make the
operator aware of conditions that
can cause damage to equipment
and/or injury to personnel.

iv Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
NOTES

1
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Lynx™ shielded communications
adapter DIN/LX‑M is a Lynx‑to‑DIN‑rail
communications module that interfaces
other RJG Lynx DIN‑rail mounted modules
to the eDART® or CoPilot® system when a
shielded sequence module ID7‑M‑SEQ is
not used.
APPLICATIONS
In instances which do not require machine
sequence timing signals for use with the
eDART or CoPilot systems, but the use of
other Lynx modules are required to gather
or send process information, the DIN/
LX‑M provides a physical link between the
eDART or CoPilot system and the additional
Lynx modules.
OPERATION
The DIN/LX‑M is connected to the other
Lynx module(s) using the integrated side
connectors, and is then connected to the
eDART or CoPilot system using standard
Lynx cables and a junction.
TEMPERATURE
The DIN/LX‑M has a maximum operating
temperature of 140°F (60°C).

2Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
DIMENSIONS
CABLE LENGTHS
CE‑LX5 12, 40, 79, 158, 236, 472”
(0,3, 1,0, 2,0, 4,0, 12,0m)
Cable Length

3
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
The shielded machine interface modules
are mounted to a solid surface, such as the
machine frame, inside the molding machine
on a DIN rail.
DIN/LX‑M
The DIN/LX‑M is installed on a DIN rail
inside the machine panel. Additional
machine interface modules are connected
to the DIN/LX‑M using the integrated
side connectors, allowing the modules to
interact with the eDART or CoPilot system
without the use of a machine sequence
module ID7‑M‑SEQ.
eDART OR COPILOT CONNECTION
A Lynx cable CE‑LX5 is connected to the
Lynx port on the DIN/LX‑M and a Lynx
port on the eDART system. The DIN/LX‑M
facilitates a connection and the interaction
between the additional machine interface
modules and eDART or CoPilot system
without the use of a machine sequence
module ID7‑M‑SEQ.

4Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS
The instructions that follow are a general
guide; actual steps necessary to install
this product will vary based on installation
location and options.
MOUNTING
CAUTIONaBefore beginning DIN/LX‑M
installation, disconnect and lockout/
tag‑out any and all power to the
molding machine. Failure to comply
will result in personal injury or
death, and damage or destruction
of equipment.
Mount the DIN/LX‑M module to a solid
surface—such as the molding machine
frame—using the supplied 1.38” (35 mm)
DIN rail. A clearance height of 6” (152,4
mm) from the face of the module is
recommended.
NOTESLModules and connecting cables
must be located away from any
static sources, such as feeder tubes
and material hoppers.
CONNECTIONS
Connect the Lynx cable to the DIN/LX‑M
module. Connect the Lynx cable to the
JLX‑1 junction; use another Lynx cable to
connect the DIN/LX‑M and JLX‑1 to the
eDART or CoPilot system.

5
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
MAINTENANCE
The shielded communications adapter
module requires little to no maintenance
provided that all installation instructions
are followed.
CLEANING
Cables must be installed in areas free from
oil, dirt, grime, and grease.
RJG, Inc. recommends the following
cleaners:
• Microcare MCC‑CCC Contact Cleaner C
• Microcare MCC‑SPR SuprClean™
• Miller‑Stephenson MS‑730L Contact
Re‑Nu®
WARRANTY
RJG, INC. STANDARD WARRANTY
RJG, Inc. is confident in the quality and
robustness of the shielded machine
interface modules, and so are offering
a one‑year warranty. RJG’s products are
guaranteed against defects in material
and workmanship for one year from the
original date of purchase. The warranty is
void if it is determined that the adapter was
subjected to abuse or neglect beyond the
normal wear and tear of field use, or in the
event the adapter box has been opened by
the customer.
PRODUCT DISCLAIMER
RJG, Inc. is not responsible for the
improper installation of this equipment, or
any other equipment RJG manufactures.
Proper RJG equipment installation does
not interfere with original equipment
safety features of the machine. Safety
mechanisms on all machines should never
be removed.

6Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
NOTES

7
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
TROUBLESHOOTING
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Contact RJG’s Customer Support team by phone or email.
RJG, Inc. Customer Support
P: 800.472.0566 (Toll Free)
P: +1.231.933.8170
email: [email protected]
www.rjginc.com/support

8Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
NOTES

9
Product Manual | Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M
RELATED PRODUCTS
The shielded sequence module is
compatible with other RJG, Inc. products
for use with the eDART or CoPilot process
control and monitoring systems.
1
2
3
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
LYNX CABLES CE‑LX5
The Lynx sensor cable ( 1at right) is a
polypropylene‑coated cable suited for the
heat and stress found in injection molding
environments. The cable is available
in lengths 12–472” (0,3–12 m), and can
be ordered with straight or 90° fittings.
One CE‑LX5 is required to interface the
ID7‑M‑SEQ with the eDART or CoPilot
systems.
eDART PROCESS CONTROLLER
The eDART process controller ( 2at right)
is the base hardware unit for the eDART
system. The eDART system is the most
powerful process control system in the
industry, allowing molders to stabilize and
control injection molding processes and
contain bad parts, ensuring high quality
and cost‑reduction.
COPILOT SYSTEM APPLICATION
PROCESSOR AP4.0
The CoPilot system application processor
AP4.0 ( 3at right) is the base hardware
unit for the CoPilot system. The CoPilot
system is the latest in injection molding
smart technology. The simple, user‑friendly
software ensures customers receive only
the highest quality parts while minimizing
waste in the process.

10 Lynx™ Shielded Communications Adapter Module DIN/LX‑M | Product Manual
SIMILAR PRODUCTS
The following products, similar to the
DIN/LX‑M, are compatible for use with the
eDART or CoPilot process control and
monitoring systems.
LYNX SHIELDED DUAL‑RELAY OUTPUT
MODULE OR2‑M
The Lynx shielded dual‑relay output
module OR2‑M ( 1at right) is a shielded,
DIN‑rail‑mounted module that interfaces
the eDART or CoPilot system and sorting
equipment or injection molding machines
to implement part containment or control
transfer. This module is shielded to ensure
high quality data even in rugged molding
environments, and designed to be mounted
on standard 35 mm DIN rails often found in
machine panels.
LYNX SHIELDED ANALOG INPUT MODULE
IA1‑M‑V
The Lynx shielded analog input module
IA1‑M‑V ( 2at right)is a shielded,
DIN‑rail‑mounted module that interfaces
the eDART or CoPilot system and
injection molding machines in order to
collect 0–10VDC signals from analog
measurement devices, providing
information such as: injection pressure,
plastic pressure, screw position, and
temperature.
LYNX SHIELDED ANALOG OUTPUT
MODULE OA1‑M‑V
The Lynx shielded analog output module
IA1‑M‑V ( 3at right)is a shielded,
DIN‑rail‑mounted module that interfaces
the eDART or CoPilot system and injection
molding machines in order to provide
0–10VDC signals to sensors or input such
as plastic and hydraulic pressure input
cards, or to facilitate machine transfer.
1
2
3

LOCATIONS / OFFICES
USA RJG USA (HEADQUARTERS)
3111 Park Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686
P +01 231 947‑3111
F +01 231 947‑6403
[email protected]
www.rjginc.com
ITALY NEXT INNOVATION SRL
Milano, Italy
P [phone]
[email protected]
it.rjginc.com
MEXICO RJG MEXICO
Chihuahua, Mexico
P [phone]
[email protected]
es.rjginc.com
SINGAPORE RJG (S.E.A.) PTE LTD
Singapore, Republic of
Singapore
P [phone]
[email protected]
en.rjginc.com
FRANCE RJG FRANCE
Arnithod, France
P [phone]
[e-mail]
fr.rjginc.com
CHINA RJG CHINA
Chengdu, China
P [phone]
[email protected]
zh.rjginc.com
GERMANY RJG GERMANY
Karlstein, Germany
P [phone]
[email protected]
de.rjginc.com
KOREA CAEPRO
Seoul, Korea
P +82 02‑2113‑1870
[e-mail]
www.caepro.co.kr
IRELAND/UK RJG TECHNOLOGIES, LTD.
Peterborough, England
P +44(0)1733‑232211
[email protected]
www.rjginc.co.uk