XP100


1. Overview

The XP100 product line includes a complete range of smart expansion modules for Nethix remote control devices. They are developed for the integration with Nethix WE120. The communication between the modules and the host is made through a standard communication protocol, that is Modbus RTU compatible on RS485 multipoint line.

The XP100 devices interface directly with most of the common process signals (tensions, currents, temperatures etc..) and contain the necessary circuits for acquisition, for signal conditioning and for analogue-to-digital conversion.

The XP100-line includes:

  • Digital I/O Expansion module with 6-Inputs 6-Outputs: includes 6 PNP/NPN isolated digital inputs and 6 relays outputs
  • Digital I/O Expansion with 16-Inputs: includes 16 PNP/NPN isolated digital inputs.
  • Analog I/O Expansion with 4-Inputs: includes 4 configurable analog inputs

This document presents all necessary technical information for the installation and the operation of the XP100 expansion modules. For a proper use of the devices it’s recommended to read carefully the present sheet. The information contained in the present document can be updated at any time without notice.


2. Technical specifications

Feature Description
Power supply 9-32VDC / 12-24VAC
Average consumption
  • 20 mA @ 24VDC
  • 50 mA @ 10VDC
Peak consumption
  • 100 mA @ 24VDC
  • 250 mA @ 10VDC
Dimensions 90 x 70 x 60 mm.
Weight Approx. 180 gr.
Enclosure Plastic box, DIN bar mountable (4 modules)
Storage temperature -25° C - +85° C
Operating temperature -10° C - +70° C
Humidity 5% - 95% (non condensing )
Communication Two-wire RS-485
Protocol Modbus RTU (slave)
Communication parameters 9600 Baud, 1 start bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Safety Transients suppression on RS485 line
Line termination 120 Ohm, configurable through DIP switch
Numero massimo nodi Up to 32 in multipoint configuration

3. XP100 6DI - 6DO

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3.1 Technical specifications

  • 6 opto-isolated digital 24VDC inputs with universal logic PNP/NPN
  • 6 relays 1A/125V outputs
Inputs
Numbers of channels 6
Isolation 2500V max
Response time ~1 ms
Nominal voltage 24V
V input min H 5V
V input min L 2V
Input imp. ~5K
Outputs
Number of channels 6 N.O. relays
AC 1 A @ 125V
DC 1 A @ 24V
Isolation 500V
Response time ~10 ms
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4. XP100 16DI

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4.1 Technical specifications

  • 16 opto-isolated 24 VDC digital inputs with universal logic PNP/NPN
Inputs
Number of channels 16
Isolation 2500V max
Response time ~1 ms
Nominal voltage 24V
V input min H 5V
V input min L 2V
Input imp. ~5K
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5. XP100 4AI - 4T

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5.1 Technical charateristics

  • 4 analog inputs setting up in 5 different modes:
    • 0-5 V
    • 0-10 V
    • 0-20 mA
    • NTC
    • PT100
Inputs
Channel number 4
Input type V o mA
Range input 0-5 V
0-10 V
0-20 mA
Max voltage 10 V
Replay timeout 100 ms normally
Resolution 10 bit
Input impedance ~1 MOhm (0-5V)
~10 kOhm (0-10V)
250 Ohm (0-20 mA
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Inputs
Channel number 4
Input type Temperature
Range input PT100
NTC (10 KOhm @ 25°)
Temperature range min: -20° max: 80°
Replay timeout 100 ms
Resolution 10 bit
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5.2 Inputs configuration

The configuration of the analog inputs needs 2 indispensable steps:

  • To operate on the dip-switch placed on the board.
  • To put in communication the expansion and the software Genesys, through a WE120.

Every dip-switch (composed of 4 pin) is linked to an analog input (the dip-switches are sorted like the input ports). This allow to set up every dip-switch indipendently from the others.


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It is possible to set up every inputs in 5 modes: 0-5 V, 0-10 V, 0-20 mA, PT100 o NTC.

Configuration Dip-switch position
0-5 V OFF - OFF - OFF - OFF
0-10 V ON - OFF - OFF - OFF
0-20 mA OFF - ON - OFF - OFF
NTC OFF - OFF - ON - OFF
PT100 OFF - OFF - ON - ON
Once that the inputs are configured, it is necessary set up the XP100/4AI-4T with the Genesys.
This operation allow the WE120 to read the values in the right way.
  • Connect the XP100 to the WE120 and supply the power to both fo them.
  • Run the configuration software Genesys .
  • Select Expansion from the menù on the left side.
  • Click on the button Add.
  • Select 4 analog input black in the field “Type”.
  • Fill the field Modbus address with the address of the expansion (refer to 6.2. Setting the slave address).
  • In the section Analog input configuration select the proper set up for each input.
  • Save the configuration using the button Save.

Entering in Genesys is possible to select the XP100/4AI-4T, from the list of the expansions connected to the WE120, and change the configuration of its inputs at any time.

Note

-20 and 80 must be setted respectively as minimum and maximum in the case of inputs configured as NTC and PT100.

Warning

It is important that the set up made by Genesys must be supported from the dip-switches configuration, otherwise the WE120 will read wrong values.


6. Installation

6.1. Connection

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6.2. Setting the slave address

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Before use, all devices must be configured and identified on the network through a unique slave address.

For the configuration of the address of an XP100 expansion module, follow the procedure described below:

  1. Lift the upper panel of the device using a screwdriver, in order to reach the electronic board.
  2. Power the device and wait a few seconds until the end of the initialization procedure.
  3. Push briefly the small button on the left.
  4. The display shows the current slave address of the device, represented by the lighting of the leds 1-5 in binary code. The PWR led blinks slowly.
  5. Press and hold the configuration button for a few seconds. The PWR led starts to blink fast.
  6. Each time you press the configuration button, the address is increased by a unit. Repeat this operation until you reach the desired address.
  7. Finally press and hold the button, in order to save the selected address.
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In order to change the address assigned to the device, it’s allowed to repeat the above mentioned procedure at any time.

Warning

The slave addresses assigned to all the XP100 expansion modules connected to the same R485 network must be unique. It’s not possible to assign the same address to more than one device.

6.3 DIP switch

On the upper container of all XP100 modules is available a DIP-SWITCH with 4 different positions, that allows to change the hardware configuration of the device.

Position 1

RESERVED: to be left on ON positions

Position 2-3

Baudrate configuration on serial ports RS232 and RS485:

OFF-OFF: 9600 bps OFF-ON: 19200 bps ON-OFF: 38400 bps ON-ON: 115200 bps

Position 4

Activation of RS485 line termination:

ON: RS485 terminated on 120 Ohm OFF: RS485 not terminated

6.4 LEDs meaning

XP100 6DI - 6DO

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Generic status LED:

  • PWR (power) – indicates that the devices is on and properly initialized
  • BUS (status)- when blinking, inidcates that the Modbus/RS485 communication is in progress.

Inputs/Outputs status LED:

  • DI- on, it indicates that the leds 1-6 show the status of the digital inputs
  • RL- on, it indicates that the leds 1-6 show the status of the relays outputs

XP100 16DI

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Generic status LED

  • PWR (power) – indicates that the devices is on and properly initialized

Inputs/Outputs status Led

  • BNK LED:
    • On, it indicates that the leds 1/9-8/16 show the status of the DI1-D18 digital inputs.
    • Off, it indicates that the leds show the status of the DI9-DI16 digital inputs

Warning

The simultaneous blinking of all the leds indicates a malfunction of the device: in this case please contact Nethix Technical Support.


XP100 4AI - 4T

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Generic status LED

  • PWR (power) – indicates that the devices is on and properly initialized
  • BUS (status)- when blinking, inidcates that the Modbus/RS485 communication is in progress

Warning

The simultaneous blinking of all the leds indicates a malfunction of the device: in this case please contact Nethix Technical Support.


7. Warnings

  • This device is only suitable for being installed by a qualified operator
  • Nethix is not responsible for improper use and/or its side effects
  • Nethix products are designed for typical use in industrial automation and/or home applications.

If you plan to use Nethix products in special applications where anomalies and discontinuity of service can have serious effect on human life or can cause physical or material damages, or where extremely high levels of reliability are required (for example in aerospace systems, in atomic energy control systems or n electro-medical devices), please contact Nethix for support to your particular application. Nethix is not responsible of damages caused from its products if such applications are not previously authorized.

not_recyclable The product shall not be treated as household waste. It shall be instead handed over to an appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic products. For further information about recycling of this product, contact the local city office and/or the local waste disposal service.


8. Warranty and support

Nethix warrants to the buyer that the product will be defect-free within two years (24 months) from the date of purchase.

During warranty time, and against presentation of purchase invoice, the product will be repaired or replaced, at Nethix’s discretion, without any additional costs as regards spare parts and repair, if the damages are proven to be manufacturing defects.

Warranty will be voided if the product has not been used properly.

In case of technical problems the user can ask for support:


9. Return and repair

Product return to NETHIX must be previously authorized, requesting a RMA number.

Please send an Email at Nethix containing all following information:

  • Complete customer’s name and address
  • Distributor’s or Reseller’s name and address
  • Date of purchase
  • Product P/N and S/N as displayed on the product or the package
  • Detailed description of fault and/or reason for return

Nethix will communicate the RMA number, in order to start the return procedure of the product. The delivery of the goods shall be arranged DDP at Nethix premises. Products returned without factory seals will be automatically treated as out-of-warranty repair services.