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Installation Manual SIMATIC NET Rugged Multi Service Platforms RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Edition 04/2021 https://www.siemens.com...
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Preface Introduction Installing the Device SIMATIC NET Device Management Rugged Multi Service Platforms RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Modules Technical Specifications Installation Manual Certification 04/2021 C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Preface This guide describes the RUGGEDCOM RX1524. It describes the major features of the device, installation, commissioning and important technical specifications. It is intended for use by network technical support personnel who are responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the device. It is also recommended for use by network and system planners, system programmers, and line technicians.
Preface Warranty Warranty Siemens warrants this product for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, conditional upon the return to factory for maintenance during the warranty term. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void.
Call a local hotline center to submit a Support Request (SR). To locate a local hotline center, visit https://w3.siemens.com/aspa_app/?lang=en. Mobile App Install the Industry Online Support app by Siemens AG on any Android, Apple iOS or Windows mobile device and be able to: •...
(EMI) and heavy electrical surges typical of the harsh environments found in many industrial applications. An operating temperature range of -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) allows the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 to be placed in almost any location.
• Green = Alarms cleared/acknowledged • Red = Alarm Required Tools and Materials The following tools and materials are required to install the RUGGEDCOM RX1524: Tools/Materials Purpose AC/DC power cord (16 AWG) For connecting power to the device. RUGGEDCOM RX1524...
Recycling and disposal must be done in accordance with local regulations. Cabling Recommendations Siemens recommends using SIMATIC NET industrial Ethernet shielded cables for all Ethernet ports. 1.5.1 Protection On Twisted-Pair Data Ports...
Siemens also does not recommend using copper Ethernet ports to interface with devices in the field across distances that could produce high levels of ground potential rise (i.e. greater than 2500 V), during line-to-ground fault conditions.
The surface of the device may be hot during operation, or as a result of the ambient air temperature. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and use caution when working with or around the device. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Siemens AG could invalidate specifications, test results, and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
"Dimension Drawings (Page 44)". 2.3.1 Mounting the Device to a Rack For rack mount installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 can be equipped with rack mount adapters pre-installed at the front or rear of the chassis. Additional adapters are provided for added stability. NOTICE Vibration hazard –...
2.3.2 Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail For DIN rail installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 can be equipped with panel/DIN rail adapters pre-installed on each side of the chassis. The adapters allow the device to be slid onto a standard 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail.
2.3.3 Mounting the Device to a Panel For panel installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 can be equipped with panel/DIN rail adapters pre-installed on each side of the chassis. The adapters allow the device to be attached to a panel using screws.
NO contact and closes the NC (Normally Closed) contact. Note Control of the failsafe relay output is configurable through RUGGEDCOM RX1524 . One common application for this relay is to signal an alarm if a power failure occurs.
For 125/250 VDC rated equipment, an appropriately rated DC circuit breaker must be installed. • It is recommended to provide a separate 20 A circuit breaker for each power module module. • Equipment must be installed according to applicable local wiring codes and standards. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
NOTICE Electrical hazard – risk of damage to equipment Do not connect AC power cables to a 12, 24 or 48 VDC power supply terminal block. Damage to the power supply may occur. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Ground Terminal Negative/Neutral (-/N) Terminal Figure 2.5 AC Terminal Block Wiring – European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block for HIP Power Supplies Not Connected Removable Screw Terminal Block Non-removable Screw Terminal Block Positive/Live (+/L) Terminal Ground Terminal RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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For screw terminal blocks, install the safety cover. Screw Safety Cover Screw Terminal Block RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Device Figure 2.7 Assembling the Safety Cover Using a braided wire or other appropriate grounding wire, connect the ground terminal to the chassis ground connection.
Do not connect AC power cables to a 12, 24 or 48 VDC power supply terminal block. Damage to the power supply may occur. Note The RUGGEDCOM RX1524 works with both positive VDC power supplies and negative VDC power supplies. RUGGEDCOM RX1524...
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Ground Terminal Figure 2.9 DC Terminal Block Wiring – European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block for 12P, 24P and 48P Power Supplies Not Connected Removable Screw Terminal Block Non-removable Screw Terminal Block Positive (+) Terminal Negative (-) Terminal RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Ground Terminal Figure 2.11 DC Terminal Block Wiring – European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block for -12P, -24P and -48P Power Supplies Not Connected Removable Screw Terminal Block Non-removable Screw Terminal Block Positive (+) Terminal Negative (-) Terminal RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Connect the negative wire from the power source to the negative (-) terminal on the terminal block. For screw terminal blocks, install the safety cover. Screw Safety Cover Screw Terminal Block RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Device Figure 2.13 Assembling the Safety Cover RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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#10 Ring Lug #10-32 Screw Connection from External Power Source Ground Connection Figure 2.14 Ground Connection Install the safety cover over the terminal block. This is mandatory for 48 VDC and -48 VDC power supplies. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Installing the Device 2.5.2 Connecting Low DC Power RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
This section describes how to connect to and manage the device. Connecting to the Device The following describes the various methods for accessing the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 console and Web interfaces on the device. For more detailed instructions, refer to the RUGGEDCOM ROX Configuration Manual for the RUGGEDCOM RX1524.
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Connect any of the available Ethernet ports on the device to a management switch and access the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 console and Web interfaces via the device's IP address. The factory default IP address for the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 is https://192.168.0.2. For more information about available ports, refer to "Modules (Page...
Configuring the Device Once the device is installed and connected to the network, it must be configured. All configuration management is done via the RUGGEDCOM RX1524 interface. For more information about configuring the device, refer to the RUGGEDCOM ROX Configuration Manual associated with the installed software release.
Modules The RUGGEDCOM RX1524 features slots for up to four field-replaceable line modules, which can be used to expand and customize the capabilities of the device to suit specific applications. A variety of modules are available, each featuring a specific type of communication port: copper Ethernet, fiber optic Ethernet, SFP, WAN, cellular modem and DDS.
Installing/Removing Line Modules Upon installing a new line module in the device, all features associated with the module are available in RUGGEDCOM RX1524 . For more information, refer to the RUGGEDCOM ROX Configuration Manual for the RUGGEDCOM RX1524. Once a line module is removed, all the features associated with the module are hidden or disabled in RUGGEDCOM RX1524.
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Remove the current module from the slot. Insert the new module into the slot. Module Chassis Screw Figure 4.3 Installing a Module Tighten the screws to secure the module. [Optional] If necessary, install the device in the rack. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
Slide the module out of the chassis. Disconnect the power supply wiring from the terminal block. Alternatively, for convenience, remove the terminal block with the wiring still connected and set it aside to be connected later to the new module. RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Turn on power to the device and confirm the module is receiving and supplying power. This is indicated by the LEDs on the module. State Description Green The module is supplying power Green The module is receiving power RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
Rated Switching Current Isolation 30 VDC 2800 VDC for 1 minute 125 VDC 0.1 A , 0.15 A between coil and contacts 250 VAC 6.25 A Inductive load R/L = 7 ms Resistive load RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
Technical Specifications 5.3 Operating Environment Operating Environment The RUGGEDCOM RX1524 is rated to operate under the following environmental conditions. Note Temperature limits for select line modules may differ from that which can be withstood by the RUGGEDCOM RX1524. Make sure the selected modules are rated for the expected environmental conditions before deployment.
UL 62368-1 Information Technology Equipment – Safety – Part 1: General Requirements 6.1.2 European Union (EU) This device is declared by Siemens AG to comply with essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EU directives: • Directive 2014/30/EU...
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The device is marked with a CE marking and notified body number, and can be used throughout the European community. 0680 A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available from Siemens AG. For contact information, refer to "Contacting Siemens (Page vii)".
Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) – Chapter I – Sub-chapter J – Radiological Health 6.1.5 ISED This device is declared by Siemens AG to meet the requirements of the following ISED (Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada) standard: • CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3 (A) 6.1.6...
Communication Networks and Systems in Substations – Part 3: General Requirements NEMA TS-2 • Traffic Controller Assemblies with NTCIP Requirements EMC and Environmental Type Tests The RUGGEDCOM RX1524 has passed the following Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and environmental tests. EMC Type Test for IEC 61850-3 Test Description Test Levels...
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EMC Immunity Type Tests for IEEE 1613 Note The RUGGEDCOM RX1524 meets Class 2 requirements for an all-fiber configuration and Class 1 requirements for copper ports. Class 1 allows for temporary communication loss, while Class 2 requires error-free and interrupted communications.
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10 g @ 16 ms Class 1 IEC 60255-21-3 Seismic Method A Level 2 IEC 60529 Ingress Protection IP4x Military Standard Tests Test Description Test Levels MIL-STD-810G Altitude 12192 m (40000 ft) @ 40 °C, 90 minutes RUGGEDCOM RX1524 Installation Manual, 04/2021, C79000-G8976-1487-02...
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Further Information Siemens RUGGEDCOM https://www.siemens.com/ruggedcom Industry Online Support (service and support) https://support.industry.siemens.com Industry Mall https://mall.industry.siemens.com Siemens AG Digital Industry Process Automation Postfach 48 48 90026 NÜRNBERG GERMANY...