UC-2100-W Series Hardware User’s Manual Edition 1.0, December 2018 www.moxa.com/product © 2018 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2018 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. All other trademarks or registered marks in this manual belong to their respective manufacturers.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2 Model Descriptions .............................................................................................................................. 1-2 Package Checklist .................
1 Introduction The UC-2100-W Series platform is designed for embedded data acquisition applications. The platform comes with one or two RS- 232/422/485 serial ports and dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN ports, as well as a Mini PCIe socket to support cellular modules. These versatile communication capabilities let users efficiently adapt the UC-2100-W Series platform to a variety of complex communications solutions.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Introduction Overview The UC-2100-W Series computing platform is designed for embedded data acquisition and processing applications. The platform comes with up to two software-selectable RS-232/422/485 full-signal serial ports and single or dual Ethernet LAN ports. In addition, the Arm-based computing platform is available in various models that can fulfill diverse interface requirements, such as dual serial, LAN ports, and wireless connections.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Introduction Hardware Block Diagram 1-3
2 Hardware Introduction The UC-2100 Series computing platform are compact and rugged, making them suitable for industrial applications. The LED indicators allow you to monitor performance and identify trouble spots quickly, and the multiple ports can be used to connect a variety of devices. The UC-2100-W Series comes with a reliable and stable hardware platform that lets you devote the bulk of your time to application development. In this chapter, we provide basic information about its various components.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Introduction Appearance Front View UC-2104 UC-2114 2-2
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Introduction UC-2116 Dimensions [units: mm (in)] UC-2104 UC-2114 2-3
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Introduction UC-2116 LED Indicators Refer to the following table for information about each LED.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Introduction ATTENTION Reset to Default preserves user’s data The Reset to Default function will NOT format the user directory and erase the user’s data. Using the Reset to default function will only load the configuration file. The rest of the user’s data stored in the Flash ROM will remain intact. Real Time Clock The UC-2100-W’s real time clock is powered by a non-chargeable battery.
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3 Hardware Connection Description In this chapter, we describe how to connect the UC-2100-W to a network and various devices for first time testing purposes.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description Wiring Requirements In this section, we describe how to connect various devices to the platform. You should heed the following common safety precautions before proceeding with the installation of any electronic device: • Use separate paths to route wiring for power and devices. If power wiring and device wiring paths must cross, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the intersection point.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description ATTENTION A shielded power cord is required to meet FCC emission limits and also to prevent interference with nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description Connecting to a Serial Device The serial ports are located on the bottom panel of the UC-2100-W Series platform. Use a serial cable to connect your serial device to the computer’s serial port. These serial ports have male DB9 connectors and can be configured for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 communication. The pin location and assignments are shown in the following table.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description Installing the Cellular/Wi-Fi Module and Antenna (UC-2104 only) The UC-2104 device comes with one Mini PCIe socket for installing either a cellular module or a Wi-Fi module. Unfasten the two screws on the rear panel and one screw on the bottom panel to remove the cover and find the location of the socket. You will need the following to install a cellular module. The cellular module package consists of 1 cellular module and 2 screws.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description 5. Antenna connectors are located on the top panel of the device. Connect the cellular antennas to the connectors. You will need the following to install a Wi-Fi module. The Wi-Fi module package consists of 1 Wi-Fi module and 2 screws. You must purchase the Wi-Fi antennas separately based on your installation requirements. Follow these steps to install a Wi-Fi module. 1.
UC-2100-W Series Hardware Hardware Connection Description Adjusting the DIP Switch The UC-2114 and UC-2116 models come with one DIP switch for users to adjust the serial port parameters. To set up the DIP switch, do the following: 1. Remove the screws on the DIP switch cover located on the rear panel of the device. 2. Remove the thin film on the DIP switch and adjust the settings as required. Refer to the table below for the DIP switch settings. The default value is OFF. SW 1 2 3 4 Low High Term.
A Regulatory Approval Statements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Class A: FCC Warning! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 15.21 You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: 1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
