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Sixnet

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 Series RAM

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 9000

 

Hardware Guide

1-1

Product Overview

Revised 2016-02-12

RAM

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 9000 Cellular RTU Product Highlights

Chapter 1

Product Overview

Using a single web-based user interface, our cellular units simplify I/O, network and security configurations to inte-
grate complex hardware settings. This easy-to-manage configuration reduces the cost and complexity of deploying 
and administering multiple devices at remote locations. Furthermore, an integrated configurable stateful firewall 
provides intrusion protection and encrypted data access while a built-in Software Development Kit (SDK) enables 
users to develop custom applications. 

Working in conjunction with SixView Manager remote monitoring and control software, RAM RTUs provide low-
cost, real-time access to outlying sites.

RAM

®

 9000 Cellular RTU Product Highlights

Supports Multi-Carrier 4G LTE connectivity with fall back to 3G (and 2G for non-EU/JP Models)

Real-time access to mission-critical data through built-in Modbus gateway

Software Development Kit (SDK) for custom application support

Native support for DNP3 and Modbus protocols

Integrated security firewall provides intrusion protection

Simplified deployment and configuration with single web-based GUI

Support for new and legacy devices with RS232/485 serial or RJ45 Ethernet 

Powerful event engine that can trigger built-in I/O, send SMS text or email alerts based on real-time operational 
data.

Summary of Contents for RAM 9000

Page 1: ...Sixnet Series RAM 9000 Hardware Guide February 2016 Cellular RTUs...

Page 2: ...ns Notes v Hazardous Location and Installation Requirements v AVERTISSEMENTS POUR INSTALLATION ET ENDROITS DANGEREUX v Environmental vi Electrical vii Statement of Limited Warranty ix Chapter 1 Produc...

Page 3: ...85 Wiring 2 25 RS485 Wiring Diagram 2 27 Serial RS232 Cable 2 27 Power Source 2 28 Powering the unit 2 28 Testing the power connection 2 28 6 pin Screw Terminal 2 28 Power Input Diagram 2 29 Battery 2...

Page 4: ...t is designed to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device as described in the FCC Rules This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursu...

Page 5: ...tes and or Product Bulletins will be provided between major releases to describe any new information or document changes Publication History The following information lists the release history of this...

Page 6: ...lable to the user Hazardous Location and Installation Requirements These products should not be used to replace proper safety interlocking No software based device or any other solid state device shou...

Page 7: ...e Classe 1 Division 2 WARNING Explosion Hazard When in hazardous locations disconnect power before replacing or wiring modules AVERTISSEMENT Risque d explosion Lorsque dans des endroits dangereux d br...

Page 8: ...NING Device must be supplied by a Class 2 power source AVERTISSEMENT l appareil doit tre aliment par une source d alimentation de classe 2 Over voltage category II Per IEC 61010 1 WARNING Properly gro...

Page 9: ...o develop custom applications Working in conjunction with SixView Manager remote monitoring and control software RAM RTUs provide low cost real time access to outlying sites RAM 9000 Cellular RTU Prod...

Page 10: ...messages send email alerts or control I O Software Development Kit SDK C C Perl Protocol Gateway I O Controller Modbus RTU TCP ASCII DNP3 slave System Performance 32 bit ARM9 400 MHz CPU 512 MB NAND M...

Page 11: ...Power consumption of DO max each 0 7A DO Heat dissipation 46 BTU hour max 20 BTU hour typical Mechanical Dimensions 132H x 127D x 70W mm 5 2 x 5 00 x 2 75 Material Steel with black zinc coating Weight...

Page 12: ...dition EN 60079 0 2012 A11 2013 and EN 60079 15 2010 The equipment shall be installed in an ATEX Certified enclosure that provides a degree of protection not less than IP54 in accordance with EN IEC 6...

Page 13: ...rference to radio communications in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the pa...

Page 14: ...models x 9 for 4G LTE EU JP models x 6 for 3G non EU JP models x 7 for 4G LTE non EU JP models x 9 for 4G LTE EU JP Models Wi Fi 1 GPS 1 1 1 Ethernet Port 1 2 2 RS232 Port 1 1 1 RS485 Port 1 1 1 USB H...

Page 15: ...dle 4W Typical 5 6 W Maximum 6 14 W depends on model Power consumption of DO max each 0 7A DO Heat dissipation 46 BTU hour max 20 BTU hour typical Power input to the unit is protected against reverse...

Page 16: ...resistance 315K Ohms Input current 24 VDC 10 mA Filtered ON OFF delay 25 ms 10 Hz max count rate Count resolution 16 or 32 bits Discrete Outputs 2 Channels Sourcing of module power Max output load pe...

Page 17: ...it protection self reset fuses trip above 1 5 Amp at 20C Relay Outputs Specs 1 channel Relay type Form C NO NC Minimum output voltage 0 VAC VDC Maximum output voltage 110 VDC 125 VAC Minimum switching...

Page 18: ...er field calibration 0 1 Input span adjustability 25 Input offset adjustability 25 Span temperature coefficient 50 ppm per C Offset temperature coefficient 50 ppm per C Input impedance Current ranges...

Page 19: ...ition fix available OFF No position fix available WAN ON Cellular connection is established OFF Cellular connection is not established RSSI Low Signal No service 109 dBm Low but valid signal 99 dBm Lo...

Page 20: ...rial connection is not established SLOW FLASH Serial connection is established with data activity with host STROBE Fast Flash Unit is reflashing Do not disconnect power RLY1 ON The relay output is bei...

Page 21: ...able to connect to host ports The RAM 9701 model has one Ethernet port and the RAM 9711 RAM 9731 RAM 9911 RAM 9911 EU RAM 9911 JP RAM 9931 RAM 9931 EU and RAM 9931 JP models have two Ethernet ports US...

Page 22: ...ial port is for 2 wire half duplex connections up to 115 200 baud rate This port is fully isolated up to 1200 Vrms 1 minute A pluggable screw terminal is provided to make the RS485 connections Refer t...

Page 23: ...executing Function Pattern Description Reset to Factory Defaults Hold until RS485 LED flashes Restores unit config to the original state Advanced Firmware Upgrade Hold until WAN LED flashes Sets the u...

Page 24: ...configuration will be backed up to system storage 7 Force Cell Provi sioning Force a cellular activation attempt Verizon 3G only 8 Force PRL Update Force a cellular PRL Update Verizon 3G only 9 TBD 10...

Page 25: ...LTE DC powered AT AT T VZ Verizon AM Generic RAM 9931 xx RAM 1 1 2 WAN LAN Y 4G LTE DC powered RAM 9911 EU RAM 1 1 2 WAN LAN N 4G LTE DC powered Generic RAM 9931 EU RAM 1 1 2 WAN LAN Y 4G LTE DC powe...

Page 26: ...the Ethernet serial I O and other cables DIN Rail Mounting Removal The RAM 9000 has a DIN rail clip pre mounted to the back of the unit To panel mount the unit the clip must be removed by removing th...

Page 27: ...Revised 2016 02 12 Hardware Installation DIN Rail Mounting Removal 2 20 Sixnet SeriesRAM 9000 Hardware Guide Mounting Instructions Removal Instructions...

Page 28: ...andatory to have the Antenna port connected to an antenna Diversity MIMO This port is used for RX diversity on 3G connections and MIMO for LTE connections Receive Diversity or MIMO is a transmission t...

Page 29: ...he Cellular band 3 dBi in the PCS band 5 5 dBi for LTE Band 4 and 9 dBi in the LTE Band 17 for RF exposure purposes of 2 1091 The antenna s used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a sep...

Page 30: ...8 850 900 1900 2100 1700 AWS 2100 AWS MHz Diversity Support Fallback GSM GPRS EDGE 850 900 1800 1900 MHz Technology Bands Frequencies Antenna Configuration LTE 1 3 7 8 20 2100 1800 2600 900 800 MHz M...

Page 31: ...unit should have at the very least one bar of signal strength Wi Fi Antenna The Wi Fi cabling and antenna must meet the following requirements 50 ohm impedance RP SMA Male connector Antenna designed...

Page 32: ...ection to a network of RS485 devices connected in a bus topology or a one one one con nection to another RS485 device Never connect RS485 devices in a star topology Five terminals for signal ground vo...

Page 33: ...the RS485 connect a resistor of the desired value between the IGND terminal and the RS485 terminal As mentioned above 1K ohms is a typical value for a biasing resistor but other RS485 devices may reco...

Page 34: ...s serial port pins are enabled If all the pins are enabled on the attached serial device it is important to know whether the device is using DTE or DCE as a communication mode If using custom wiring o...

Page 35: ...ws Important Any installation involving electrical wiring and connections should be done by someone who is experi enced in this field The safety of any system incorporating the equipment is the respon...

Page 36: ...he real time clock when the unit does not have main power at P1 or P2 When needed replace the battery with a Rayovac BR1225X BA or a Panasonic BR1225A BN battery The battery is located at the rear of...

Page 37: ...you are ready to install and use the unit The insulator is removed by simply pulling it out Note The battery does not provide power to the unit either as a main power source or as a backup It only pow...

Page 38: ...Insert battery holder with a new battery into the battery slot and push into slot until you hear and feel it snap into place Step 6 Replace the battery door SIM Cards The RAM 9000 has 2 SIM card sock...

Page 39: ...crete inputs and outputs operate on the same voltage that powers the unit The relay output can switch an external power source up to 125 VAC The analog inputs can accept current 0 4 20 mA or voltage 0...

Page 40: ...Sixnet Series RAM 9000 Hardware Guide 2 33 Hardware Installation Revised 2016 02 12 I O Wiring I O Wiring Diagram...

Page 41: ...d or Wi Fi is low to moderate The maximum temperature applies to the ambient which is defined as the temperature of the air immediately surrounding the unit Though operating with an ambient temperatur...

Page 42: ...nside For best performance this internal temperature should be kept below 85 C Refer to the Software Manual for details Cold Operating Conditions These units will operate down to 40 C when properly in...

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