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Overview
This document covers the mounting and wiring of the Viconics VWG-40 series product. It assumes that you are an
engineer, technician, or service person who is performing control system installation. Instructions in this document
apply to the following products:
Models Description
VWG-40-IP-1000 Viconics
BACnet
over IP wireless gateway.
VWG-40-MSTP-1000
Viconics BACnet RS485 MS-TP wireless gateway.
VWG-40-LON-1000
Viconics LON wireless gateway.
(Upcoming)
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Note
Not covered in this document is the configuration appliance software required for fully setup the
gateway. This includes setting host IP address, passwords, database, and other thermostat and network utilities.
Refer to the document LIT-VWG-40-SETUP-Exx for more information.
Table of contents
These are the main topics included in this document:
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Preparation
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Precautions
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Mounting
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Board Layout
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About Expansion Options
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Wiring Details
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Power Up and Initial Checkout
Also included in this document are several appendixes, as follows:
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Using Status LEDs
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Maintaining the VWG
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Replacement and accessory
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Certifications
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Declaration of Conformity
Information and specifications published here are current as of the date of publication of this document. Viconics, Inc.
reserves the right to change or modify specifications without prior notice. One or more U.S. or foreign patents may
cover products or features contained herein.
Preparation
Unpack the VWG and power module (either
VWG-PS-DC
or
VWG-PS-AC
) and inspect the contents of the packages for
damaged or missing components. Be sure the factory-installed ferrite is on the cord of the power supply unit. If damaged,
notify the appropriate carrier at once and return any damaged components for immediate repair or replacement.
Included in this Package
Included in this package you should find the following items:
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VWG-40-XX-1000 base controller.
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Local antenna for the VWG
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This VWG-40-XX-1000
Hardware installation guide
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Configuration tool on a mini-CD
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Power module required for operation, are ordered and sold separately. The power module can be one of the
following:
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VWG-PS-DC: 24Vac in-line (DIN-mount capable),
or
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VWG-PS-AC: External 120 Vac wall-mount power adapter
