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Warranty Siemens warrants this product for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, conditional upon the return to factory for maintenance during the warranty term. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void.
Installation Guide Preface Preface This guide describes the RUGGEDCOM RX1501. It describes the major features of the device, installation, commissioning and important technical specifications. It is intended for use by network technical support personnel who are responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the device.
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The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 is designed to provide a high level of immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and heavy electrical surges typical of the harsh environments found in many industrial applications. An operating temperature range of -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) allows the RUGGEDCOM RX1501 to be placed in almost any location.
Installation Guide Section 1.2 Description The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 features various ports, controls and indicator LEDs on the front panel for connecting, configuring and troubleshooting the device. Figure 1: RUGGEDCOM RX1501 1. Management Port 2. RS232 Serial Console Port (DB9) 3. Utility USB Port 4. Port Status LEDs 5. Power Status LEDs 6. Alarm Indicator LED ...
RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 1 Installation Guide Introduction Section 1.3 Required Tools and Materials The following tools and materials are required to install the RUGGEDCOM RX1501: Tools/Materials Purpose AC/DC power cord (16 AWG) For connecting power to the device. Lightning protector For protecting the device from harmful electrical strikes.
Siemens also does not recommend using copper Ethernet ports to interface with devices in the field across distances that could produce high levels of ground potential rise (i.e. greater than 2500 V), during line-to-ground fault conditions.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Siemens Canada Ltd could invalidate specifications, test results, and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Mounting the Device The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 is designed for maximum mounting and display flexibility. It can be equipped with connectors that allow it to be installed in a 48 cm (19 in) rack, 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail or directly on a panel.
Section 2.3.3, “Mounting the Device to a Panel” Section 2.3.1 Mounting the Device to a Rack For rack mount installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1501 can be equipped with rack mount adapters pre-installed at the front or rear of the chassis. Additional adapters are provided for added stability. CAUTION! Vibration hazard –...
Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail For DIN rail installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1501 can be equipped with panel/DIN rail adapters pre-installed on each side of the chassis. The adapters allow the device to be slid onto a standard 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail.
Section 2.3.3 Mounting the Device to a Panel For panel installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX1501 can be equipped with panel/DIN rail adapters pre-installed on each side of the chassis. The adapters allow the device to be attached to a panel using screws.
Control of the failsafe relay output is configurable through ROX II. One common application for this relay is to signal an alarm if a power failure occurs. For more information, refer to the ROX II User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM RX1501. The following shows the proper relay connections.
Section 2.5 Connecting Power The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 supports a single high AC, high DC or low DC power module. Power modules can be equipped with either a screw or European-style (Euroblock) terminal block. The screw terminal block is installed using Phillips screws and compression plates, allowing either bare wire connections or crimped terminal lugs.
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Installing the Device Installation Guide Section 2.5.1 Connecting High AC/DC Power To connect a high AC/DC power supply to the device, do the following: DANGER! Electrocution hazard – risk of death, serious personal injury and/or damage to the device. Make sure the supplied cover is always installed over high voltage screw terminal blocks.
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Device Figure 7: AC Terminal Block Wiring – Screw Terminal Block for HI Power Supplies 1. Not Connected 2. Removable Screw Terminal Block 3. Non-removable Screw Terminal Block 4. Positive/Live (+/L) Terminal 5. Ground Terminal 6. Negative/Neutral (-/N) Terminal Connect the positive wire from the power source to the positive/live (+/L) terminal on the terminal block.
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Installation Guide Figure 8: Assembling the Safety Cover 1. Screw 2. Safety Cover 3. Screw Terminal Block 4. RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Device Using a braided wire or other appropriate grounding wire, connect the ground terminal to the chassis ground connection. The ground terminal is used as the ground conductor for surge and transient suppression circuitry internal to the unit.
Electrical hazard – risk of damage to equipment. Do not connect AC power cables to a 12, 24 or 48 VDC power supply terminal block. Damage to the power supply may occur. NOTE The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 works with both positive VDC power supplies and negative VDC power supplies. NOTE The screw terminal block is installed using Phillips screws and compression plates, allowing either bare wire connections or crimped terminal lugs.
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Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Installing the Device Installation Guide Figure 10: DC Terminal Block Wiring – European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block for 12P, 24P and 48P Power Supplies 1. European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block 2. Positive (+) Terminal 3. Negative (-) Terminal 4. Ground Terminal Figure 11: DC Terminal Block Wiring – Screw Terminal Block for 12P, 24P and 48P Power Supplies 1. Not Connected ...
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Device Figure 12: DC Terminal Block Wiring – European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block for -12P, -24P and -48P Power Supplies 1. Not Connected 2. European-style (Euroblock) Terminal Block 3. Positive (+) Terminal 4. Negative (-) Terminal 5. Ground Terminal Figure 13: DC Terminal Block Wiring – Screw Terminal Block for -12P, -24P and -48P Power Supplies 1. Not Connected ...
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Installation Guide Figure 14: Assembling the Safety Cover 1. Screw 2. Safety Cover 3. Screw Terminal Block 4. RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Device Using a braided wire or other appropriate grounding wire, connect the ground terminal to the chassis ground connection. The surge ground terminal is used as the ground conductor for all surge and transient suppression circuitry internal to the unit.
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Device Figure 15: Chassis Ground Connection 1. #10-32 Screw 2. #10 Ring Lug Install the safety cover over the terminal block. This is mandatory for 48 VDC or -48 VDC power supplies. Connecting Low DC Power...
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Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Installing the Device Installation Guide Connecting Low DC Power...
RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 3 Installation Guide Device Management Device Management This section describes how to connect to and manage the device. CONTENTS • Section 3.1, “Connecting to the Device” • Section 3.2, “Configuring the Device” • Section 3.3, “Accessing the CompactFlash Card” Section 3.1...
For information about how to connect to the device via the management port, refer to either the RUGGEDCOM ROX II Web Interface User Guide or the RUGGEDCOM ROX II CLI User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM RX1501. The management port is a 10/100Base-TX copper Ethernet port with an RJ-45 connector. The following is the pin-...
Device Management Section 3.3 Accessing the CompactFlash Card The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 features a removable CompactFlash (CF) card that stores configuration files, firmware (active and backup versions), file-based feature keys and other system files. CAUTION! Configuration hazard – risk of data corruption/loss. Do not remove or insert the CF card when the device is powered on.
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Chapter 3 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Device Management Installation Guide Figure 18: Inserting the CF Card 1. CompactFlash Card 2. Access Panel Secure the CF card access panel to the chassis. Removing the CF card To remove the CF card from the device, do the following: Make sure the device is powered down.
Modules Modules The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 features slots for up to four field-replaceable line modules, which can be used to expand and customize the capabilities of the device to suit specific applications. A variety of modules are available, each featuring a specific type of communication port: copper Ethernet, fiber optic Ethernet, SFP, WAN, cellular modem and DDS.
Modules Installation Guide Section 4.1 Available Modules The following is a list of all power and line modules available for use in the RUGGEDCOM RX1501. For more RUGGEDCOM RX1500 Series Modules Catalog information about individual modules, refer to the [https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ca/en/view/109747072].
Chapter 4 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Modules Installation Guide RUGGEDCOM RX1500PN LM Blank Specifications Article Numbers — 6GK6015-0AL20-0AA0 (Standard) 6GK6015-0AL20-0AA1 (Conformal Coated) Section 4.2 Installing/Removing Line Modules Upon installing a new line module in the device, all features associated with the module are available in RUGGEDCOM ROX II.
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 4 Installation Guide Modules Figure 21: Removing a Module 1. Module 2. Chassis 3. Screw Install a new module or a blank module (to prevent the ingress of dust and dirt). [Optional] If necessary, install the device in the rack. Installing a Module To install a line module, do the following: [Optional] If the device is installed in a rack, remove it from the rack.
RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Modules Installation Guide Section 4.3 Installing/Removing Power Modules The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 supports a single power module. Figure 23: Power Module 1. Power Module CAUTION! Contamination hazard – risk of equipment damage. Prevent the ingress of water, dirts and other debris that may lead to premature equipment failure. Always make sure slots are not left empty.
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 4 Installation Guide Modules Disconnect the power supply wiring from the terminal block. Alternatively, for convenience, remove the terminal block with the wiring still connected and set it aside to be connected later to the new module.
Temperature limits for select line modules may differ from that which can be withstood by the RUGGEDCOM RX1501. Make sure the selected modules are rated for the expected environmental conditions before deployment. For more information, refer to the RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Series Modules Catalog.
Installation Guide Certification Certification The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 device has been thoroughly tested to guarantee its conformance with recognized standards and has received approval from recognized regulatory agencies. NOTE Certifications related to individual modules are detailed in the RUGGEDCOM Modules Catalog for the device available online.
Information Technology Equipment – Safety – Part 1: General Requirements) Section 6.1.3 European Union (EU) This device is declared by Siemens Canada Ltd to comply with essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EU directives: • Directive 2014/30/EU Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility (recast) Text with EEA relevance •...
The device is marked with a CE marking and notified body number, and can be used throughout the European community. 0680 A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available from Siemens Canada Ltd. For contact information, refer to “Contacting Siemens”.
Section 6.1.8 RoHS This device is declared by Siemens Canada Ltd to meet the requirements of the following RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives for the restricted use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment: • China RoHS 2...
RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 6 Installation Guide Certification Section 6.2 EMC and Environmental Type Tests The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 has passed the following Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and environmental tests. EMC Type Test for IEC 61850-3 Severity Test Description Test Levels Levels IEC 61000-4-2 Enclosure Contact ±...
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EMC Immunity Type Tests for IEEE 1613 NOTE The RUGGEDCOM RX1501 meets Class 2 requirements for an all-fiber configuration and Class 1 requirements for copper ports. Class 1 allows for temporary communication loss, while Class 2 requires error-free and interrupted communications.
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RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Chapter 6 Installation Guide Certification Environmental Type Tests Severity Test Description Test Levels Levels IEC 60068-2-1 Cold Temperature Test Ad -40 °C (-40 °F), 16 Hours IEC 60068-2-2 Dry Heat Test Bd 85 °C (185 °F), 16 Hours...
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Chapter 6 RUGGEDCOM RX1501 Certification Installation Guide EMC and Environmental Type Tests...