A new series of reasonably-priced remote I/O devices packed with all the necessary functions, without sacrificing ease of operation. They can be programmed with the same API used for expansion cards.
The wireless remote I/O modules use the specified low-power Sub-1GHz band wireless, which has high diffraction properties and is very resistant to obstacles. The maximum transmission distance is approximately 1km.
Unique stack type remote I/O modules without a base unit. An original protocol that expands handshaking to UDP/IP allows construction of high-speed, reliable Ethernet-based I/O systems.
The nano series is affordable remote I/O devices designed with a focus only on the necessary functions without compromising on ease of use. The modular design results in a lean node configuration with exactly the necessary number of I/O points.
Supports all kinds of signals
A large lineup of I/O modules that turn all kinds of signals into usable information.
Contributes to reducing equipment costs
Affordable Ethernet-based remote I/O designed with a focus only on the necessary functions without compromising on ease of use.
Lean unit configuration
The modular design results in flexible unit configurations with exactly the necessary functions and number of I/O points. Application development is also simple.
Can be used in all kinds of fields
The high environmental resistance design allows use in a wide range of temperatures from -20 to 60°C and can be installed in almost any location. The space-saving design and compact case allows installation even in small spaces.
Windows driver (Win32 API functions)
Use the driver library that can be downloaded for free from the Contec HP to create digital or analog signal I/O that is connected to the remote I/O in the same way as a program for a Contec expansion card. Linux drivers are also provided for free.
Virtual COM functions
Use the virtual COM drivers that can be downloaded for free from the Contec HP to access the remote I/O serial port as a Windows COM port.
Daisy chain connections
When there are multiple remote I/O configured on the network, the remote I/O terminals can be connected in a daisy chain, eliminating the need for a network branching hub.
Remote I/O using Modbus
An industry standard Modbus protocol is included, allowing the I/O module of devices that support Modbus master functions to be used as remote I/O.
Contec's wireless I / O series use Sub-1GHz band wireless, which is resistant to obstacles and has excellent transmission distance. We have prepared an analog input terminal (slave unit) and digital input / output terminal (slave unit) for wireless data communication between analog and digital signals, and an Ethernet gateway (master unit) for converting Ethernet to Sub-1GHz band wireless. Up to 128 I/O terminals (slave units) can be connected to one master unit (theoretical value)*. With strength against obstacles, capability of long-distance communications in the Sub-1GHz band, and mesh support, it is suitable to control or monitor devices that are spread in the wide area.
With wireless multi-hop technology, the system ensures continuous communication by automatically looking for alternate routes if communication between units is interrupted..
The Sub-1GHz band, with the good wraparound characteristics of radio waves, the transmission distance (about 1 km) can be extended even there are obstacles. Stable communication can be achieved even in the environment where radio waves are mixed. As the product is suitable for long distance communication, network can be constructed on the wide area in the facilities without cable wiring.
By using a set of two terminals (slave units) without Ethernet gateway (master unit), PC, or PLC, each other's digital input signals can be transmitted and output to distant locations by wireless. (only for Digital I/O terminal DIO-0404LY-WQ-XX ). There is no need for troublesome programming, and digital signals can be input wirelessly with simple settings.
AES(Advanced Encryption Standard) is a block cipher standard adopted by the US federal government, it is a general and strong symmetric encryption algorithm that is also used for encryption of wireless LAN communication.
By using the driver library API-TOOL for Windows that can be downloaded from our website, you can create application software for PC using various programming languages. To use it, wireless I/O series Ethernet gateway (master unit) is required.
Use the API-TOOL for Windows driver library (available to download from the CONTEC website) to create application software for PCs in a variety of programming languages.
Access the master unit via Modbus TCP for wireless/remote I/O control for Modbus TCP communication.
Use as a slave unit for CONPROSYS® Series Sub-1GHz wireless communication devices. Requires a CONPROSYS Series device capable of Sub-1GHz wireless communication (CPS-MC341Q-ADSC1-111, CPS-MCS341Q-DS1-131 (Available in Japan only))
In P2P mode, two digital I/O terminals can be placed opposite each other and the signals transmitted through the terminals, enabling the input of one device to be directly reflected as the output of the other device even without a master unit, PC, or PLC at distance of up to 1km(0.62mile).
With advanced long-range wireless communication capabilities, the system is ideal for covering large area.
With multi-hop communication, even if communication between a specific slave unit and the master unit fails, communication is still possible through the other slave units.
The robust, compact design allows for flexible installation on a DIN rail or using the optional antenna extension cable.
Airport baggage conveyor control systems/Product temperature monitoring systems in large warehouses with frequent layout changes, environments with many Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) signal sources/Monitoring systems with Sub-1GHz wireless communication channels/Tank level monitoring systems and so on.
The I/O controller unit is configured by connecting device modules on I/O controller modules. More than 15 types of I/O modules are available to match the equipment, resolution, and channels.
Up to 8 I/O modules supported with general-purpose LAN 100 BASE-TX LAN cables.
Wide lineup including digital I/O, analog I/O, and counters.
Cost reduction is achieved by integrating the signal I/O function and the controller function, but also space-saving is achieved by using screws or magnets for the installation.
You can use the existing network infrastructure. You can connect with CAT5e LAN cable. System construction is easy.