SureCross Performance Node

Introduction to the SureCross Wireless System

The SureCross® wireless system is a radio frequency network with integrated I/O that operates in most environments, eliminating the need for wiring runs. Wireless networks are formed around a Gateway, which acts as the master device, and one or more Nodes.

Key features include:

• Wireless industrial I/O device with up to 12 sourcing discrete inputs or outputs. Default configuration is 6 inputs and 6 outputs (without bit-packing).
• Selectable transmit power levels of 250 mW or 1 Watt for 900 MHz models and 65 mW for 2.4 GHz models.
• 10 to 30V dc power input.
• DIP switches for user configuration.
• Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology and Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) control architecture ensure reliable data delivery within the Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) band.
• Transceivers provide bidirectional communication between the Gateway and Node, including fully acknowledged data transmission.
• Lost RF links are detected and relevant outputs are set to user-defined conditions.

For additional information, updated documentation, and accessories, refer to Banner Engineering's website: www.bannerengineering.com/surecross.

Model: DX80N2X6S-P8-KR
Frequency: 2.4 GHz ISM Band
I/O: Discrete I/O: Up to 12 PNP inputs or up to 12 PNP outputs (for a total of 12 I/O). Default configuration is 6 IN and 6 OUT (without bit-packing).

DX80...C (IP20; NEMA 1) models are also available. To order this model with an IP20 housing, add a 'C' to the model number (e.g., DX80N9X6S-P8C).

⚠️ WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection. Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary for personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition.

❗ CAUTION: Never Operate 1 Watt Radios Without Antennas. To avoid damaging the radio circuitry, never power up SureCross Performance or SureCross MultiHop (1 Watt) radios without an antenna.

Image Description: Image of the SureCross Performance Node device, showing its compact industrial design with antenna connection and terminal block.

SureCross User Configuration Tool (UCT)

The User Configuration Tool (UCT) provides an easy way to link I/O points in your wireless network, view I/O register values graphically, and set system communication parameters when a host system is not part of the wireless network. The UCT requires a special USB to RS-485 converter cable (model BWA-UCT-900 for 1 Watt radios, BWA-HW-006 for all other radios) to pass information between your computer and the Gateway. Download the most recent revisions of the UCT software from Banner Engineering's website: www.bannerengineering.com/wireless.

Image Description: Screenshot of the SureCross User Configuration Tool interface, displaying network linking and I/O register values.

Setting Up Your Wireless Network

To set up and install your wireless network, follow these steps:

1. Disconnect the power from your SureCross devices.
2. Configure the DIP switches of all devices.
3. Connect the sensors to the SureCross devices.
4. Apply power to all devices.
5. Observe LED behavior: On the Gateway, LED 1 is solid green. On the Node, LED 2 flashes red to indicate no radio link to the Gateway.
6. Form the wireless network by binding the Nodes to the Gateway. Refer to the product manual for binding instructions if not included in this datasheet.
7. Observe LED behavior to verify communication: On the Gateway, LED 1 is solid green. On the Node, LED 1 flashes green to indicate communication with the Gateway.
8. Conduct a site survey between the Gateway and Nodes. Refer to the product manual for detailed site survey instructions if not included here.
9. Install your wireless sensor network components. Refer to the product manual for detailed installation instructions if not included here.

For additional information, including installation, setup, weatherproofing, device menu maps, troubleshooting, and accessories, refer to the following manuals:

• SureCross Quick Start Guide: Banner part number 128185
• SureCross Wireless I/O Network Manual: 132607
• Web Configurator Manual (used with "Pro" and DX83 models): 134421
• Host Configuration Manual: 132114

Configuring the DIP Switches

Before making DIP switch changes, disconnect power. DIP switch changes are not recognized if power is not cycled. For parameters not set via DIP switches, use the User Configuration Tool (UCT). DIP switch positions override UCT changes.

Accessing the Internal DIP Switches

Follow these steps to access internal DIP switches:

1. Unscrew the four screws mounting the cover to the bottom housing.
2. Remove the cover without damaging the ribbon cable or pins.
3. Gently unplug the ribbon cable from the board in the bottom housing.
4. Remove the black cover plate from the bottom of the device's cover. The DIP switches are located behind the rotary dials.

After making changes, replace the cover plate, push it into place, plug in the ribbon cable (aligning the blocked hole with the missing pin), and mount the cover back onto the housing.

Image Description: Illustration showing how to access the internal DIP switches located within the device's housing.

DIP Switch Settings

* Default configuration

I/O Configuration using DIP Switches 5-8

* Default configuration

For the 6 IN/6 OUT non bit-packed configuration, discrete INs use I/O points 1-6 and OUTs use I/O points 9-14. For 8 bit-packed IN/4 non bit-packed OUT, INs use I/O point 1 and OUTs use I/O points 9-12. For 4 non bit-packed IN/8 bit-packed OUT, INs use I/O points 1-4 and bit-packed OUTs use I/O point 9.

Modbus/UCT Configured or DIP Switch Configured for I/O Configuration

When DIP switches 5-8 are OFF, the device is configured for six discrete inputs and six discrete outputs (non-bit packed) for products built after May 2011. For products built before May 2011, this default configures the device for 12 inputs and zero outputs (bit packed). In the OFF position, users can send commands directly from the host system to select custom I/O configurations or use the User Configuration Tool (UCT).

When DIP switches 5-8 are ON, they select one of the pre-programmed discrete I/O configurations shown in the DIP Switch Settings table.

Transmit Power Levels

900 MHz radios can operate at 1 Watt (30 dBm) or 250 mW (24 dBm). In 1 Watt mode, they cannot communicate with 150 mW DX80 radio devices; use 250 mW mode for compatibility. For 2.4 GHz radios, this DIP switch is disabled; transmit power is fixed at approximately 100 mW EIRP (18 dBm), ensuring compatibility with DX80 2.4 GHz models.

User Defined Configuration of Discrete I/O

The 12 I/O device can be configured into any combination of 12 discrete inputs or outputs. Inputs are stored in a bit-packed form in I/O point 1, device register 1. Outputs are stored in a bit-packed form in I/O point 9, device register 9.

Defining Inputs and Outputs

To define inputs, adjust the bit field stored as I/O 1's threshold parameter [15:0]. Set bit 0 for I/O 1 as an input, bit 1 for I/O 2, and so on. Each bit position corresponds to an I/O point. The first five I/O points are defined as inputs in the example below.

Bit Field Example for Inputs:

To define outputs, adjust the bit field stored in I/O 9's threshold parameter [15:0]. Ensure the bit pattern for outputs does not overlap the input pattern. I/O points 6-12 are set as outputs in the example below.

Bit Field Example for Outputs:

For inputs, the first I/O point selected is placed in bit position 0 of register 1, the second in bit position 1, etc. For outputs, the first I/O point selected is placed in bit position 0 of register 9, the second in bit position 2. Bit-packed values are stored in right-justified format.

Bit Field Example for Mixed I/O:

Defining Inputs and Outputs Using the UCT:

To configure a Gateway or Node, select it from the dropdown list. For DX85 Remote I/O models, set the Slave ID to 01 and select the Gateway. To define inputs, adjust the threshold parameter for I/O point 1. Bit 0 defines I/O 1 as an input, bit 1 defines I/O 2, etc. The example shows the first five I/O points defined as inputs (0000 0001 1111 = 0x001F = 31).

To define outputs, adjust the threshold parameter for I/O point 9. The example shows bits 11 through 5 used for seven outputs (1111 1110 0000 = 0x0FE0 = 4064).

Image Description: User Configuration Tool interface showing the 'Device Parameters' section with fields for Gateway, I/O Number, and Threshold, used for configuring inputs and outputs.

Mixing Performance and Non-Performance Radios

To comply with federal regulations, 150 mW and 1 Watt radios communicate differently. To mix Performance radios with non-Performance radios:

• Performance radios must operate in 250 mW mode (DIP switch 1 ON), not 1 Watt mode.
• Non-Performance radios must be set to use Extended Address Mode (DIP switch 1 ON).

For detailed instructions, refer to the Quick Start Guide (Banner document number 128185) or the technical note titled "Mixing Performance Radios and 150 mW Radios in the Same Network" on Banner's Wireless Sensor Networks website.

Wiring Your SureCross Device

Use the following wiring diagrams to wire sensors and then apply power to the SureCross devices.

5-pin Euro-Style Wiring (Nodes)

Wiring the 5-pin Euro-style connector depends on the model and power requirements. Connecting DC power to communication pins will cause permanent damage. For FlexPower devices, do not apply more than 5.5V to the gray wire.

Image Description: Diagram illustrating the 5-pin Euro-Style connector wiring for SureCross Nodes, detailing pin assignments for 10-30V dc and Battery Powered Nodes.

Terminal Blocks and Wiring (12 Sourcing I/O Models)

IP67 Wiring Board (-P8 Models)

Diagram Description: Diagram showing the IP67 wiring board for SureCross devices, illustrating terminal block layouts and pin assignments for PWR, GND, and IO1 through IO12.

IP20 Wiring Board (-P8C Models)

Diagram Description: Diagram showing the IP20 wiring board for SureCross devices, illustrating terminal block layouts and pin assignments for V+, Tx/+, V-, Rx/-, and V-.

Terminal Descriptions:

• IOx: Input or output (depending on configuration).
• GND: Ground/dc common connection.
• PWR: Power, 10 to 30V dc power connection.
• RX/-: Serial comms line for Gateways and DX85s only. No connection for Nodes.
• TX/+: Serial comms line for Gateways and DX85s only. No connection for Nodes.
• V+: Power, 10 to 30V dc power connection.
• V-: Ground/dc common connection.

When using DIP switches for input/output selection, wire inputs starting with IO1. After all inputs are wired, use remaining IOx as outputs. For example, 10 inputs and 2 outputs use IO1-10 for inputs and IO11-12 for outputs. For the default 6 IN/6 OUT configuration, use IO1-6 for inputs and IO7-12 for outputs.

Discrete Input Wiring for PNP Sensors

Diagram Description: Diagram illustrating discrete input wiring for PNP sensors, showing connections to PWR, DIx, GND.

Discrete Output Wiring (PNP)

Diagram Description: Diagram illustrating discrete output wiring for PNP devices, showing connections to PWR, DOx, GND, and Load. The DIx and DOx correspond to the IOx on the terminal block.

DX80...C Wiring

Wiring power to DX80...C models varies by power requirements. Connecting DC power to communication pins (Tx/Rx) causes permanent damage. For FlexPower devices, do not apply more than 5.5V to the B+ terminal.

LED Behavior for the Nodes

After powering up and binding the Gateway and Nodes, verify communication. A Node will not sample inputs until it communicates with its Gateway. When testing, keep radios and antennas at least two meters apart to prevent communication failure.

Specifications

Modbus Register Table

General Specifications

Inputs

Discrete Inputs

• Rating: 3 mA max current at 30V dc
• Sample Rate: 62.5 milliseconds
• Report Rate: On change of state
• ON Condition (PNP): Greater than 8V
• OFF Condition (PNP): Less than 5V

Outputs

Discrete Outputs

• Update Rate: Up to 62.5 milliseconds
• ON Condition (PNP): Supply minus 2V
• OFF Condition (PNP): Less than 2V
• Output State Following Timeout: OFF

Discrete Output Rating (PNP)

• 100 mA max current at 30V dc
• ON-State Saturation: Less than 3V at 100 mA
• OFF-state Leakage: Less than 10 μA

Environmental

Rating

• DX80 models: IEC IP67; NEMA 6 (See UL section for applicable UL specifications)
• DX80...C models: IEC IP20; NEMA 1

Conditions

• Operating Temperature: -40 to +85 °C (Electronics); -20 to +80 °C (LCD)
• Operating Humidity: 95% max. relative (non-condensing)
• Radiated Immunity: 10 V/m, 80-2700 MHz (EN61000-6-2)

Shock and Vibration

• IEC 68-2-6 and IEC 68-2-7
• Shock: 30g, 11 millisecond half sine wave, 18 shocks
• Vibration: 0.5 mm p-p, 10 to 60 Hz

Operating devices at maximum conditions for extended periods can shorten their lifespan.

Included with Model

• BWA-HW-002: DX80 Access Hardware Kit (four PG-7 plugs, four PG-7 gland fittings, four PG-7 hex nuts, one 1/2-inch NPT plug, one 1/2-inch nylon gland fitting). Not included with IP20 DX80...C models.
• BWA-HW-001: Mounting Hardware Kit (four M5-0.8 x 25mm SS screws, four M5-0.8 x 16mm SS screws, four M5-0.8mm SS hex nuts, four #8-32 x 3/4" SS bolts).
• BWA-HW-003: PTFE tape.
• BWA-902-C (900 MHz) or BWA-202-C (2.4 GHz): Antenna, 2 dBd Omni, Rubber Swivel RP-SMA Male (Not included with Internal antenna models).
• Quick Start Guide (128185 for DX80 Gateways or 152653 for MultiHop models).
• MQDC1-506: 5-Euro (single ended) straight cable, 2m (Not included with FlexPower devices).
• BWA-HW-011: IP20 Screw Terminal Headers (2 pack) (Included only with IP20 DX80...C models).

Warnings

Antenna Installations

Install and properly ground a qualified surge suppressor for remote antenna systems. Configurations without surge suppressors invalidate the manufacturer's warranty. Keep ground wire short and make all ground connections to a single-point ground system to prevent ground loops. No surge suppressor can absorb all lightning strikes; do not touch the SureCross® device or connected equipment during a thunderstorm.

Exporting SureCross Radios

Banner Engineering intends to comply with all national and regional regulations regarding radio frequency emissions. Customers re-exporting this product must ensure the device is approved in the destination country. A list of approved countries is in the Radio Certifications section of the product manual. Products were certified using the included antenna; verify that other antennas do not exceed local transmit power limits. Consult Banner Engineering Corp. if the destination country is not listed.

Violating Warnings

Banner Engineering Corp. is not responsible for violations of warnings in this document. Do not modify this product; unauthorized modifications can void the user's authority to operate the product. All specifications are subject to change; Banner reserves the right to modify specifications or update documentation at any time. For the most recent documentation, refer to: www.bannerengineering.com.

Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty

Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment. Banner will repair or replace, free of charge, any defective product returned within the warranty period. This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or improper application or installation.

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