R70ER Ethernet Data Radio
July 07, 2023
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Child Radios Synchronize to the Parent Radios
The synchronization process enables a
Sure Cross®
radio to join a wireless network formed by a controller/primary radio. A simple point-to-
point network with one controller/primary radio and one peripheral radio synchronizes quickly after power up; larger MultiHop networks may
take a few minutes to synchronize. First, all radios within range of the controller radio wirelessly synchronize to the controller radio. These
radios may be repeater radios or peripheral radios.
After repeater radios are synchronized to the controller radio, any radios that are not in sync with the controller but can "hear" the repeater
radio will synchronize to the repeater radios. Each repeater “family” that forms a wireless network path creates another layer of
synchronization process. When testing the devices before installation, verify the radio devices are at least two meters apart or the
communications may fail.
Client Radio LED Behavior
All bound radios set to operate as client radios follow this LED behavior after powering up.
Process Steps
Response
LED 1
LED 2
1
Apply power to the client radio
-
Solid amber
2
The client radio enters RUN mode.
Flashes green
-
Data packets begin transmitting between the client and its children radios.
-
Flashes amber
In binding mode
Flashes red
Flashes red
Server Radio LED Behavior
All bound radios set to server or repeater modes follow this LED behavior after powering up.
Process Steps
Response
LED 1
LED 2
1
Apply power to the radio
-
Solid amber (briefly)
2
The server/repeater searches for a parent device.
Flashes red
-
3
A parent device is detected. The client/repeater searches for other parent radios within
range.
Solid red
-
4
The server/repeater selects a suitable parent.
-
Solid amber
5
The server/repeater attempts to synchronize to the selected parent.
-
Solid red
6
The server/repeater is synchronized to the parent.
Flashes green
-
7
The server/repeater enters RUN mode.
Solid green, then flashes
green
Data packets begin transmitting between the server/repeater and its parent radio.
-
Flashes amber
In binding mode
Flashes red
Flashes red
Installing Your Sure Cross® Radios
Please refer to one of these instruction manuals to install your wireless network components.
DX80 Performance Wireless I/O Network Instruction Manual:
MultiHop Data Radio Instruction Manual:
R70xR Specifications
Radio Range
900 MHz, 500 mW: Up to 1.6 km (1 mile) (internal antenna)
2.4 GHz, 65 mW: Up to 1000 m (3280 ft) with line of sight
(internal antenna)
Antenna Minimum Separation Distance
900 MHz, 500 mW: 4.57 m (15 ft)
2.4 GHz, 65 mW: 0.3 m (1 ft)
Radio Transmit Power
900 MHz, 500 mW: 27 dBm
2.4 GHz, 65 mW: 18 dBm (65 mW) conducted, less than or
equal to 20 dBm (100 mW) EIRP
Spread Spectrum Technology
FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Communication Protocols
Modbus® RTU, Modbus/TCP, EtherNet/IP™
EtherNet/IP™ is a trademark of ODVA, Inc.
Modbus®
is a
registered trademark of Schneider Electric USA, Inc.
Security Protocols
TLS, SSL, HTTPS
Repeat steps 3 through 5 for as many radios as are needed for your network.
6.
On the controller/primary radio: After all radios are bound, double-click the binding button to exit binding mode.
The network begins to form after the controller/primary data radio exits binding mode.
7.
On the controller/primary radio: Re-install the cover to protect the button and radio board.
8.
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