MDS NETio™
Introducing MDS NETio™MDS NETio is an integrated, scalable family of wireless communication products for analog and discrete I/O signals. NETio allows users to interface I/O signals using standard serial and IP/Ethernet protocols or regenerate I/O signals between PLCs, RTUs and control/monitoring devices. Standard serial or IP/Ethernet payload communications for separate devices is also supported. NETio Family OverviewNETio provides a simple cost effective, out-of-the-box communications solution. The NETio Base module integrates on-board I/O with a 900 MHz or a 2.4 GHz radio. Optional NETio Expansion modules attach to the Base module to accommodate a users’s specific I/O count. GE MDS also embeds additional wireless connectivity called WeXP using the 802.15.4 standard. WeXP allows Expansion modules to be located up to 3000 feet from the Base module. Together, the NETio Base and Expansion modules present deployment alternatives that are uniquely scalable to a user’s I/O count, distance and location requirements. The NETio Base module is available in three main configurations: NETio Signal Extender - I/O extension functionality that transmits and regenerates I/O signals between devices. NETio Protocol Node - Supports direct protocol addressability of connected I/O from a library of protocols such as MODBUS, DF1, MODBUS TCP, DNP.31. NETio Complete - Adds concurrent payload communication for an attached RTU, PLC or other peripheral device, along with signal extension and protocol capabilities. Both transparent serial and IP/Ethernet connections are supported. WeXP 802.15.4 connectivity to distributed Expansion modules is also included. Why use an MDS NETio™ Wireless Network Solution?Cost Effectively extend serial or network communication to smaller clusters of analog and discrete I/O signals. Reduce wiring and termination costs between devices, machines and controllers. Reduce integration, configuration and support costs found with ”multi-box” solutions. Scale and leverage costs to align with your unique distance and I/O requirements. 1 Please check with GE MDS for a list of protocols supported; MODBUS currently available. MODBUS TCP and DNP.3 planned for Q1 '08. FeaturesBase Module
Expansion Module
More InformationSpecifications General | NETio Base module | NETio Expansion module | Analog Input | Digital Inputs | Analog Outputs | Digital Outputs | 900MHz Model Radio | 2.4 GHz Radio | WeXP Radio | Mechanical | Agency Approvals
900 MHz Model Radio specifications
2.4 GHz Model Radio specifications
WeXP radio specifications - 802.15.4
Serial Communication
Protocol Addressability
Signal Regeneration
1 Typical fixed range calculation assumes a 6 dBd gain Omni on a 100 ft. tower at the AP, a 10 dBd gain Yagi on a 25 ft. mast at the remote with output power decreased to yield maximum allowable EIRP (36 dBm), a 10 dB fade margin, and a mix of agricultural and commercial terrain with line of sight. 2 The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment, which is certified for hazardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by the approving agencies. GE MDS products are manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001. GE MDS reserves the right to make changes to specifications of products described in this data sheet at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes. Copyright 2005 GE MDS Inc. (MDS NETio SL0131) Rev B, 03-08-07 |
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