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GE MDS NETio-TB Series Installation & Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Invisible place holder MDS NETio-TB Series COM2 WeXP LINK COM1 DI-1 DI-2 COM1 DO-1 DO-2 LINK Base Expansion Module Module Wireless Communication Transceivers for Analog & Digital I/O Signals 05-4801A01, Rev. A NOVEMBER 2007 RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8298-MDS-Net-IOE-7-Radio-Expansion-I/O-Radio-Module.aspx...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCING THE 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....................
  • Page 4 2.5 CHECK for NORMAL OPERATION ................. 29 3 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION ........31 3.1 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION ..................33 3.2 I/O NETWORK MENU ..................... 33 3.2.1 I/O Module Configuration Menu .....................34 3.2.2 Discrete Input Menu ......................35 3.2.3 Analog Input Menu ........................36 3.2.4 Discrete Output Menu ......................37 3.2.5 Analog Output Menu ......................38 3.3 CONFIGURING NETio OUTPUTS for PROTOCOL CONTROL........
  • Page 5 Agency Approvals ........................79 7.6 dBm-WATTS-VOLTS CONVERSION CHART ..............80 Copyright Notice This publication is protected by U.S.A. copyright law. Copyright 2007, GE MDS, LLC. All rights reserved. ISO 9001 Registration GE MDS adheres to the internationally-accepted ISO 9001 quality system standard.
  • Page 6 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 GE MDS-based wireless networks to manage their most critical assets.
  • Page 7 These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials found in this equipment in a sound way. Please contact GE MDS or your supplier for more information on the proper disposal of this equipment.
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  • Page 9: Introducing The Mds Netio System

    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 ................
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  • Page 11: About This Manual

    1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL This guide provides installation and operating instructions for MDS NETio Series products. It is arranged into the following chapters: • Chapter 1—Introducing the MDS NETio System (Page • Chapter 2—Configuring Wireless System Parameters (Page • Chapter 3—I/O Point Configuration (Page •...
  • Page 12 Invisible place holder Expansion Module (Optional) Base Module Figure 1-1. MDS NETio-TB Unit (Consisting of a Base Module & Optional Expansion Module) A NETio Unit consists of a Base Module and, if needed, one or more I/O Basic NETio Architecture Expansion Modules to achieve the I/O capacity required at a given loca- tion.

  • Page 13: How It Works

    Invisible place holder NETio Unit Concept • A NETio Unit Always has a NETio Base Module • Optionally has one or more expansion • modules to meet users I/O count Expansion Modules can • either connect physically to Base Module or via WeXP. WEXP Is always a remote to a Master Radio or •...

  • Page 14: Configuration Levels

    1.3.2 Configuration Levels There are several configuration levels associated with a NETio Unit depending upon the functionality that needs to be implemented. • NETio TransNET-class Radio Parameters • WeXP 2.4 GHz Parameters (As needed, if WeXP is used) • WeXP Network Address—Base Module and Wireless Expansion Modules.

  • Page 15: Connector Overview

    Invisible place holder Multiple NETio-XM Expansion modules can optionally attach to the NETio-XM Expansion Module Base Module if a higher I/O count is needed. No additional power or interconnection wiring is required for Expansion Modules that are phys- ically attached to the Base Module. Expansion Modules can also be equipped with WeXP 2.4 GHz functionality, which allows them to be installed up to 3,000 feet (914 meters) from a Base Module.
  • Page 16 Invisible place holder PRIMARY POWER 13.8 Vdc @ 350 mA     (6–30 Vdc) Negative Ground 1 + / 2 – TERMINATIONS 1–4 24 VDC POWER OUTPUT 24.0 Vdc @ 40 mA 5–8 COM2 Isolated from Ground  DCE Console/Terminal Pins 3 (+) & 4 (–) 19,200 bps/8N1 (Default) COM2  No Handshaking...

  • Page 17: Din Rail Mounting & Removal

    The NETio Base Module can be purchased with two different levels of service: NETio Protocol Node—Supports access to the protocol library for direct protocol addressability. NETio Complete—Adds concurrent payload communication for an attached RTU, PLC or other peripheral device, and signal extension via WeXP to protocol capabilities.

  • Page 18: Accessories

    Invisible place holder Figure 1-6. Mounting NETio Equipment to DIN Rail (Hook unit over top of rail, and push in at bottom) Removal from the DIN rail requires only a flat-blade screwdriver or other tool to pull down on the spring-loaded tab at the bottom of the radio’s mounting bracket (see Figure 1-7).
  • Page 19 ries listed in Table 1-1. Contact the factory for ordering details. Table 1-1. Accessories Accessory Description MDS Part No. AC Power A small power supply designed for continuous 01-3682A02 Adapter Kit service. UL approved. Input: 120/220; Output: 13.8 Vdc @ 2.5 A Omni- Rugged antennas well suited for use at Access Contact factory...
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  • Page 21: Configuring Wireless System Parameters

    CONFIGURING WIRELESS SYSTEM PARAMETERS 2 Chapter Counter Reset Paragraph 2.1 INTRODUCTION 2.2 INITIAL SETUP 2.2.1 NETio Backplane Communication 2.2.2 Measure & Connect DC Power 2.3 SET BASIC CONFIGURATION OF THE NETio BASE MODULE 2.3.1 Starting Information Screen 2.3.2 Main Menu 2.3.3 Wireless Configuration Menu 2.3.4 TransNET Configuration 2.3.5 WeXP Configuration Menu...
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  • Page 23: Introduction

    2.1 INTRODUCTION Prior to installation, it is recommended that the equipment be set up in a benchtop environment to become familiar with its operation and fea- tures. This also allows tests of various network designs and configura- tions prior to installation. A benchtop test can be performed with any number of modules.

  • Page 24: Netio Backplane Communication

    Invisible place holder Base Module COM1 Port WeXP LINK COM1 DI-1 DI-2 COM1 DO-1 DO-2 LINK PC Running Terminal Session (19,2000 bps, 8N1) PC Running Terminal Program (19,2000 bps, 8N1) COM1 Port WeXP WeXP WeXP WeXP WeXP DI-1 DI-1 DI-1 DI-1 DI-1 DI-2...

  • Page 25: Set Basic Configuration Of The Netio Base Module

    NOTE: When multiple modules are connected via the Back- plane/power connector, all modules are powered via the Base Module only. Do not connect power to each of the Expansion Modules. NOTE: It will take about 15-30 seconds for the NETio modules to be ready for operation after power is connected.

  • Page 26: Starting Information Screen

    Invisible place holder Base Module COM1 Port WeXP LINK COM1 DI-1 DI-2 COM1 DO-1 DO-2 LINK PC Running Terminal Session (19,2000 bps, 8N1) Figure 2-3. Local NETio Configuration Setup With a PC connection made, log into the Base Module as follows: 1.
  • Page 27 Invisible place holder Figure 2-4. Starting Information Screen—Local Console Session • —User-defined name for the unit (40 characters Device Name maximum). • —User-defined string commonly used to identify Device Location the module’s location (40 characters maximum). • —Shows the NETio Base Unit's unique Unit ID. This value Unit defaults to the last four digits of the NETio Base Module’s serial number, but can be modified as desired.

  • Page 28: Main Menu

    2.3.2 Main Menu The Main Menu is the gateway to all NETio features. A summary of available selections is given below. Quick Start Select to go to the Wireless Configuration Menu (Section 2.3.3). Step #4: Invisible place holder Figure 2-5. Main Menu •...

  • Page 29: Transnet Configuration

    Quick Start To configure the TransNET radio parameters, select to go the Step #5: NETio TransNET Configuration Menu (Section 2.3.4). Otherwise, proceed to Section 2.3.5. Invisible place holder Figure 2-6. Wireless Configuration Menu • —Select options for NETio TransNET Configuration TransNET-class radio parameters.

  • Page 30: Wexp Configuration Menu

    Invisible place holder Figure 2-7. TransNET Command Screen 2.3.5 WeXP Configuration Menu To configure the WeXP parameters, return to the main Wireless Config- uration Menu (Figure 2-6), and select to access the WeXP Configura- tion menu. NOTE: The Base Module is the master WeXP radio. All NETio Wire- less Expansion Modules you wish to associate with this Base Module must have the same unique WeXP Network Address.

  • Page 31: Wireless Expansion Module Configuration

    Invisible place holder Figure 2-8. WeXP Configuration Menu • —The channel number can be set to any value Channel Number from 12 to 23. • —Unique WeXP network identifier. We WeXP Network Address recommend using last four digits of Base Module’s serial num- ber.

  • Page 32: Assigning Module Ids

    Quick Start Using the command line interface, enter the following and press the Step #8: Return key: wexp netaddr<WeXP Network Address used in Base Module> Repeat this step for all Wireless Expansion Modules that are to associate with a particular Base Module. When finished, proceed to Section 2.4.
  • Page 33 Invisible place holder Figure 2-9. Example of I/O Network Menu • Module’s “name” or description as defined by the Location— user. This entry is optional. • —The Module ID used by this module. ID # • —The type of connection each Expansion Module Connection has to the associated Base Module, for example: —This module is a Base Module.

  • Page 34: Id Conflict List Menu

    2.4.1 ID Conflict List Menu The Conflict List Menu, Figure 2-10, is similar to the Network Menu, but it lists only modules which have not been given a confirmed Module ID. Each module must be “activated” through this menu. This menu dis- plays all of the modules with conflicting Module IDs.

  • Page 35: Conflict (Resolution) Menu

    Selecting the letter corresponding to a conflicting module brings you to the Conflict Menu, Figure 2-11, where the Module ID and Location Field can be entered. 2.4.2 Conflict (Resolution) Menu Each Module must be assigned a unique ID. Changing the Module Name is optional.

  • Page 36: I/O Module Configuration Menu

    The final step is to set the WeXP Network Address in any Wireless Expansion module that is part of this NETio Unit. Note that the WeXP Network Address must match the value set in the Base Module in Chapter 2. Quick Start If WeXP is used, configure the WeXP Network Address, if not Step #12:...

  • Page 37: Module Menu

    Invisible place holder Figure 2-13. I/O Module Configuration Menu 2.4.5 Module Menu The Module Menu (Figure 2-14) is where general NETio module parameters can be viewed or set. Quick Start Select B and enter the WeXP Network Address to match the Step #14: address entered in the Base Module (see Section 2.3.5...
  • Page 38 Expansion Modules displayed with a connection type of WeXP if they not attached via the Backplane/power connector. Figure 2-15. Example of I/O Network Menu Observe the Base Module LEDs on the faceplate for the proper indica- tions. In a normally operating system, the following LED indications should be seen: •...

  • Page 39: O Point Configuration

    I/O POINT CONFIGURATION 3 ....................C h a p - ter Counter Reset 3.1 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION35 3.2 I/O NETWORK MENU35 3.2.1 I/O Module Configuration Menu 36 3.2.2 Discrete Input Menu 37 3.2.3 Analog Input Menu 38 3.2.4 Discrete Output Menu 39 3.2.5 Analog Output Menu 40 3.3 CONFIGURING NETio OUTPUTS for PROTOCOL CONTROL41 3.4 MAPPING INPUTS TO OUTPUTS FOR SIGNAL EXTENSION...
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  • Page 41: I/O Point Configuration

    3.1 I/O POINT CONFIGURATION This section describes how to configure I/O points in a NETio Unit. This process is required for each I/O signal connected to a NETio Unit. The instructions here assume that you have established a PC connection with the unit as described earlier in this manual.

  • Page 42: I/O Module Configuration Menu

    Figure 3-1. Example of I/O Network Menu 3.2.1 I/O Module Configuration Menu The I/O Module Configuration Menu is where all NETio Module-spe- cific information can be viewed or changed. Invisible place holder Figure 3-2. I/O Module Configuration Menu MDS NETio-TB Installation & Operation Guide 05-4801A01, Rev.

  • Page 43: Discrete Input Menu

    Quick Start Select the letter associated with a specific I/O point to be configured Step #16: and proceed as follows: If a Discrete Input is selected, proceed to Section 3.2.2. If a Discrete Output is selected, proceed to Section 3.2.4 If an Analog Input is selected, proceed to Section 3.2.3 If an Analog Output is selected, proceed to...

  • Page 44: Analog Input Menu

    3.2.3 Analog Input Menu This menu allows you to view and change the Input Range and/or the Point ID Tag for an analog input. Invisible place holder This menu allows you to review and revise many parameters for a analog point. Figure 3-4.

  • Page 45: Discrete Output Menu

    3.2.4 Discrete Output Menu This menu allows you to view and change various parameters for a dis- crete output point. Figure 3-5. Discrete Output Menu User-Alterable Parameters: • —Text to describe the use of this I/O point. Point ID Tag •...

  • Page 46: Analog Output Menu

    3.2.5 Analog Output Menu This menu allows you to review and revise many parameters for a analog output point. Figure 3-6. Analog Output Menu User-Alterable Parameters: • —Text to describe the use of this I/O point. Point ID Tag • —User-configured field that sets the type of Range Mode input.

  • Page 47: Configuring Netio Outputs For Protocol Control

    —Force Mode enabled and output is turned on. High (1) —Force Mode enabled and output is turned off. Low (0) • —The value (in counts) to output when in Force Force Value Mode. • —Amount of time (in ms) that the communi- Failsafe Timeout cation link with a Source Point must be lost before entering Failsafe Mode.

  • Page 48: Setting The Source Field For Mapping

    Figure 3-8 shows a simplified representation of mapping. A 4-20 mA analog input is connected to the NETio Wireless Expansion Module (on the left) with a Module ID of 0. This input is mapped to a 4-20 mA analog output connected to the NETio Expansion Module with a Module ID of 1(on the right).
  • Page 49 Invisible place holder Figure 3-9. Analog Output Menu Figure 3-10 shows a simple representation of a NETio Unit that uses WeXP. Invisible place holder Figure 3-10. I/O Mapping Concept with WeXP To map an Analog Input connected to Module ID 2 to the Analog Output on the Base Module, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 50: Failsafe Settings

    Note that pressing the spacebar will cycle through two AI choices for Analog and six DI choices for Discretes. This is due to the maximum capacity for Analog inputs and Discrete inputs on any NETio Module. 3.5 FAILSAFE SETTINGS NETio Failsafe settings allow configuration of the output signal’s behavior in the event of loss of communication.

  • Page 51: Configuring Failsafe Timeout-Base Modules

    —Generate a preset value. When this option is selected, PRESET a variable field is presented where you can enter the preset value. For a Discrete Output the Failsafe Mode options are: —Output is set to logic 1. HIGH Continued... —Output is set to logic 0. —Output last state prior to communication failure.

  • Page 52: I/O Update Refresh Rates

    Invisible place holder Figure 3-13. Module Menu The default WeXP timeout setting may be changed by selecting from the menu. The default setting is 5000 ms (5 seconds). This value should not be set lower than 1000 ms (1 second). 3.6 I/O UPDATE REFRESH RATES When NETio Modules are configured to map input signals to outputs, it is important to know how fast the output signal is being refreshed.

  • Page 53: Wiring & Terminations

    WIRING & TERMINATIONS 4 Chapter Counter Reset 4.1 I/O & POWER CONNECTIONS ........... 67 4.1.1 Module Dimensions ............... 67 4.1.2 I/O Configurations ..............67 4.2 I/O POINTS WIRING & TERMINATION........ 68 4.2.1 Analog Input Wiring (Current Signals) ........68 4.2.2 Analog Output Wiring (Current Signals) ........ 69 4.2.3 Analog Input Wiring (Voltage Signals) ........
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  • Page 55: I/O & Power Connections

    4.1 I/O & POWER CONNECTIONS This section explains how to connect the NETio modules to external interface equipment and make DC power connections. All connections to external devices are made at the screw terminals at the front corners of each module. A label on the side of each enclosure shows the basic terminal descrip- tions for the module, I/O capacity and module type.

  • Page 56: I/O Points Wiring & Termination

    In addition, references are also given to show where detailed wiring information may be found in this manual. Table 4-1. I/O Configurations Module Model I/O Type Functions Supported I/O Wiring Examples & Terminations Base NETIO-TB 2DI, 2DO, 1AI, 1AO Figure 4-8 on Page 51 NETio Table 4-3 on Page 52 Expansion...

  • Page 57: Analog Output Wiring (Current Signals)

    Invisible place holder TRANSMITTER Signal 3-Wire Transmitter MDS NETio POWER w/External Power Supply Base or SUPPLY Expansion TRANSMITTER 3-Wire Transmitter 24 ISO w/NETio Power Supply 24 ISO MDS NETio Signal Base or Expansion Figure 4-3. 3-Wire Transmitter Wiring Invisible place holder TRANSMITTER Supply Signal...

  • Page 58: Discrete Points Wiring

    4.2.4 Discrete Points Wiring SWITCH Discrete Input MDS NETio POWER w/External Power Supply Base or SUPPLY Expansion LOAD Discrete Output MDS NETio POWER w/External Power Supply Base or SUPPLY Expansion Figure 4-7. 2-Wire Discrete Wiring 4.2.5 Module Wiring Diagrams The following diagrams are based on specific applications of NETio Modules.
  • Page 59 Invisible place holder Figure 4-8. NETio-TB Base Module I/O Wiring Table 4-2. NETio-TB Base Module I/O Terminations Functions: 2DI, 2DO, 1AI, 1AO TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION POWER + Ain + Dout 1 + Din 1 + POWER –...
  • Page 60 Invisible place holder Figure 4-9. NETio-XM-1 Expansion Module I/O Wiring Table 4-3. NETio-XM-1 Expansion Module I/O Terminations Functions: 2DI, 2DO, 1AI, 1AO TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION POWER + Ain + Dout 1 + Din 1 + POWER –...
  • Page 61 Figure 4-10. NETio-XM-2 Expansion Module I/O Wiring Table 4-4. NETio-XM-2 I/O Configuration 2 Terminations, Functions: 6DI TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION POWER + Din 1 + Din 3 + Din 5 + POWER – Din 1 – Din 3 –...
  • Page 62 Invisible place holder POWER IN 6–30 Vdc TERMINALS 01–04 05–08 WeXP DO-1 DO-2 DO-3 DO-4 DO-5 DO-6 CONFIG Discrete Output w/External Power Supply WeXP LOAD Dout POWER Dout SUPPLY 09–12 13–16 TERMINALS Figure 4-11. NETio-XM-3 Expansion Module I/O Wiring Table 4-5. NETio-XM-3 I/O Configuration 3, Terminal Functions: 6DO TERM FUNCTION...
  • Page 63 Invisible place holder POWER IN 6–30 Vdc TERMINALS 01–04 05–08 TRANSMITTER POWER TRANSMITTER SUPPLY Analog Input: Current or Voltage Analog Input: Current 2-Wire Transmitter w/NETio-Supplied Power WeXP w/External Power Supply DI-1 DI-2 DI-3 DI-4 CONFIG WeXP Discrete Input w/External Power Supply 09–12 13–16 SWITCH...
  • Page 64 Invisible place holder Figure 4-13. NETio-XM-6 Expansion Module I/O Wiring Table 4-7. NETio-XM-6 Expansion Module I/O Terminations Functions: 2DI, 2DO, 2AI (V), 2A0 (V) Note: Analog inputs and outputs are not isolated TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION TERM FUNCTION POWER + Aout 1 Dout 1 +...
  • Page 65 For wiring information on Type 7 Modules, refer to Table 4-8 below, and the following sections in this manual: • Section 4.2.1, Analog Input Wiring (Current Signals) for con- necting analog inputs. • Section 4.2.4, Discrete Points Wiring for connecting discrete input or output points Table 4-8.
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  • Page 67: Configuring The Serial Ports

    CONFIGURING THE SERIAL PORTS 5 Chapter Counter Reset Serial Port ........81 5.1.1 Configuring the NETio Serial Port ......... 81 5.1.2 Configuring the IP Ethernet Port ........... 83 5.2 Configuring COM2 Payload Port..........XX 05-4801A01, Rev. A MDS NETio-TB Installation & Operation Guide RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8298-MDS-Net-IOE-7-Radio-Expansion-I/O-Radio-Module.aspx...
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  • Page 69: Configuring The Netio Serial Port

    5.1 Configuring the NETio Serial Port To configure the NETio Serial Port (COM1), select from the NETio Main Menu shown in Figure 5-1. Invisible place holder Figure 5-1. Main Menu The COM1 Configuration Menu will be presented as shown in Figure 5-2 below.

  • Page 70: Configuring Com2 Payload Port

    5.2 Configuring COM2 Payload Port The NETio COM2 port is used for connecting a serial device (such as a PLC or RTU) for payload communication to a host system via a Tran- sNET Master radio. To configure the COM2 port, select item from the Main Menu (see Figure 5-1).

  • Page 71: Mds Netio-Tb Installation & Operation Guide

    —Shows the mode the COM2 port is currently in. Use the Current Mode spacebar to toggle between and P Transparent Data Mode rotocol Local Master Mode —Sets the number of bytes times that signify the end InterGap Byte Count of a message. NOTE: Setting Protocol Local Master tells NETio to process a message locally.
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  • Page 73: Protocols

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  • Page 75: Configuring Modbus Operation

    COM2 serial port on the NETio Base Module. NOTE: For detailed instructions about addressing NETio including the MODBUS Memory Map and the MODBUS functions supported, please download the MODBUS Protocol addendum from the GE MDS website. From the NETio Main Menu (Figure 6-1) select item Payload/Protocol Configuration...
  • Page 76 Invisible place holder Figure 6-2. Protocol Configuration Menu (selection pending) 4. In the MODBUS Protocol Menu (Figure 6-3), select to enter the MODBUS Slave Address. Next, select to enable the MODBUS protocol. Invisible place holder Figure 6-3. Modbus Protocol Menu MDS NETio-TB Installation &...

  • Page 77: Maintenance & Support Functions

    MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT FUNCTIONS 7 Chapter Counter Reset Paragraph 7.1 INTRODUCTION ............... 94 7.2 NETio TransNET RADIO MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT... 94 7.2.1 Modifying NETio TransNET RF Output Power ......94 7.2.2 Performance, Statistics, RSSI Information ........95 7.2.3 Setting Encryption Approved Access Points and Passwords ..96 7.2.4 Maintenance/Tools/Date and Time ..........

  • Page 78: Introduction

    7.1 INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the various menus available for the maintenance, support and customization of NETio. The chapter is divided into the fol- lowing major sections: • NETio TransNET Radio Information • WeXP Radio Information (useful if NETio is equipped with WeXP functionality) •...

  • Page 79: Maintenance/Tools/Date And Time

    Invisible place holder Figure 7-2. Performance Statistics Menu To review TransNET radio information, select TransNET Radio Statis- tics. The menu shown in Figure 7-3 is presented. Invisible place holder Figure 7-3. TransNET Radio Statistics Menu 7.2.2 Maintenance/Tools/Date and Time The Maintenance/Tools Menu ( ) shown in Main Menu>Maintenance/Tools Figure...

  • Page 80: Wexp & Netio Module Maintenance

    Invisible place holder Figure 7-4. Maintenance/Tools Menu 7.3 WeXP & NETio MODULE MAINTENANCE Most of the user-settable parameters for WeXP and Expansion Modules are covered in earlier chapters of this guide. The few remaining param- eters are accessed from the I/O Module Configuration Menu shown in Figure 7-5 Main Menu>I/O Network>I/O Module Configuration Invisible place holder...

  • Page 81: Changing Base Module Wexp Rf Output Power

    To change the power level, select and use the spacebar WeXP Power Level to cycle through the available output power settings. Invisible place holder Figure 7-6. Module Menu 7.3.2 Changing Base Module WeXP RF Output Power The WeXP output power for a Base Module is configured from the WeXP Configuration Menu shown in Figure 7-7 Main Menu>Wireless...

  • Page 82: Changing Wexp Rf Channel

    7.3.3 Changing WeXP RF Channel The WeXP RF channel for a Base Module is set using the WeXP Con- figuration Menu shown in Figure 7-7 Main Menu>Wireless Configura- ). To change the channel, select tion>WeXP Configuration Channel Number and enter any number between 7.3.4 WeXP RSSI and Backplane Communication Statistics The communications performance for WeXP and the NETio Backplane...

  • Page 83: Device, Module And I/O Point Descriptions

    Invisible place holder Figure 7-9. I/O Module Statistics Menu Selecting presents the screen shown in Expansion WeXP Performance Figure 7-10. Invisible place holder Figure 7-10. Expansion WeXP Performance Menu 7.4 DEVICE, MODULE and I/O POINT DESCRIPTIONS NETio allows users the ability to customize the names for a NETio Unit, Module and I/O Point.

  • Page 84: Changing Netio Module And I/O Point Names

    Invisible place holder Figure 7-11. Device Menu 7.4.2 Changing NETio Module and I/O Point Names NETio Module Names are changed by selecting at the Module Location Menu shown in Figure 7-6 on Page I/O Point Names are changed by selecting in the I/O Point Point ID Tag Menus, an example of which is shown in...

  • Page 85: Netio Base Module

    • Current Draw • Transmit: less than 600 mA (@13.8V) • Receive: less than 100 mA (@13.8V) • Sleep Mode: 10mA at 12 Vdc less than 1mA at 12 Vdc in Shutdown Mode • Temperature: -40 to +70 degrees C NETio Base Module •...

  • Page 86: Analog Outputs

    Analog Outputs • Accuracy • Current: ± 32 uA • Isolation: 1400 V output to power • D/A Resolution: 16 bits Digital Outputs • Capacity: 36 Vdc • FET Relay • Load Current: 2A continuous per output • Isolation: 3700 V to chassis ground 900 MHz Model Radio Specifications •...
  • Page 87 1. Typical fixed range calculation assumes a 6 dBd gain Omni-directional antenna on a 100 ft. tower at the AP, a 10 dBd gain Yagi antenna on a 25 ft. mast at the Remote, with output power decreased to yield maximum allowable EIRP (36 dBm), a 10 dB fade margin, and a mix of agricultural and commercial terrain with line-of-sight transmission path.

  • Page 88: Dbm-Watts-Volts Conversion Chart

    7.6 dBm-WATTS-VOLTS CONVERSION CHART Table 7-1 is provided as a convenience for determining the equivalent voltage or wattage of an RF power expressed in dBm. Table 7-1. dBm-Watts-Volts Conversion—for 50 ohm systems dBm V dBm V dBm mV dBm μV 100.0 200W .225 1.0mW...
  • Page 89 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY... GE MDS products are designed for long life and trouble-free operation. However, this equipment, as with all electronic equipment, may have an occasional component failure. The following information will assist you in the event that servicing becomes necessary.
  • Page 90 GE MDS, LLC 175 Science Parkway Rochester, NY 14620 General Business: +1 585 242-9600 FAX: +1 585 242-9620 Web: www.GEmds.com RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8298-MDS-Net-IOE-7-Radio-Expansion-I/O-Radio-Module.aspx...

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