List of Tables

Table 1-1. Related Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Table 2-1. Environmental Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Table 2-2. Specifications for 24VDC User-Supplied Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Table 3-1. SmartController LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Table 3-2. LED Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Table 3-3. SW1 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Table 3-4.RS-232 Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Table 3-5. Serial Connectors and V+ Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Table 3-6.RS-422/485 Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Table 3-7. Contacts Provided by the XUSR Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Table 3-8. Contacts Provided by the XFP Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Table 3-9. Remote MCP Connections on the XMCP Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Table 3-10. DIO Input Circuit Specifications (XDIO connector). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Table 3-11. DIO Output Specifications (XDIO connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Table 3-12. XDIO Digital I/O Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Table 3-13. Belt Encoder Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Table 4-1. Breakout Cable Camera Connector Pin Assignments (RS-170) . . . . . . . . . . .75 Table 4-2. Standard Breakout Cable Strobe and Power Connector Pin Assignments . .76 Table 4-3. Adept 10-Meter Camera Cable Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Table 4-4.Two-Camera Breakout Cable Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 Table 4-5.Four-Camera Breakout Cable Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Table 4-6.Four-Camera Breakout Cable Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Table 4-7. Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Table A-1. Default I/O Configuration for sDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Table A-2. sDIO Input Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Table A-3. sDIO Chassis LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Table A-4. sDIO Output Circuit Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Table A-5. X3 Input Cable Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Table A-6. X4 Input Cable Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Table A-7. X1 Output Cable Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Table A-8. X2 Output Cable Pin Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Table B-1. DeviceNet Signal to Pin Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Table B-2. Features of a DeviceNet Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Table B-3. DeviceNet Data Rates Relative to Cable Type and Length . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Table B-4. DeviceNet Connector Styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Table B-5. Maximum Current on a Dropline Relative to its Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Table C-1.MCP-4 Compatibility Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127

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RS-422/485, XSYS, XUSR, RS-232/TERM specifications

Nortech Systems offers a comprehensive suite of serial communication solutions, including RS-232/TERM, XUSR, XSYS, and RS-422/485 interfaces. These products are designed to facilitate reliable and high-speed data transmission in various industrial applications, making them essential for connecting devices in automation, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.

The RS-232/TERM interface is a widely adopted standard for serial communication, known for its simplicity and robustness. It supports point-to-point communication over relatively short distances, typically up to 50 feet. Key features include a maximum baud rate of up to 115.2 kbps, error-checking capabilities, and a straightforward connection process, making it ideal for connecting peripheral devices like printers, modems, and barcode scanners.

Building on the RS-232 standard, the XUSR and XSYS devices offer enhanced functionalities and flexibility. XUSR, for instance, supports not just traditional RS-232 connections, but also protocol conversion for various serial interfaces, facilitating seamless integration of legacy systems with modern networking technologies. It is particularly useful in environments where multiple protocols need to be managed simultaneously.

XSYS is designed for more complex applications and supports advanced communication features such as multi-drop configurations, enabling it to connect multiple devices on a single bus. This makes it suitable for extensive industrial networks where space and wiring complexity need to be minimized. Synchronous and asynchronous data transfer modes ensure that the XSYS is adaptable for both real-time data collection and standard command-response applications.

On the other hand, RS-422/485 interfaces excel in long-distance communication, allowing for data transmission over distances up to 4,000 feet. They are designed for multi-point connections, supporting up to 32 devices on a single bus through differential signaling, which enhances noise immunity. These characteristics make RS-422/485 particularly well-suited for environments with electromagnetic interference, such as factories or subways.

Nortech Systems’ serial communication solutions emphasize reliability, ease of use, and versatility. With their commitment to high performance and user satisfaction, these interfaces provide critical connectivity in today’s increasingly automated and interconnected world. Whether in data centers, manufacturing setups, or remote sensor networks, Nortech's offerings stand out for their reliability, efficiency, and adaptability, ensuring effective data communication across diverse applications.
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