Spread Spectrum Telemetry RFScada Specifications

Due to continual improvements all published specifications are subject to change. SS1 option shown, SS1, V1, V2, V5, U1, U2, U5 radio specifications differ.

RFScada Model 8ADI-9DO Specifications

Due to continual improvements all published specifications are subject to change. These refer to the SS version; VHF and UHF radio specifications differ.

AC Operating voltage (note 1)	115 VAC +/- 10% 48 – 62Hz
DC Operating voltage (note 1)	10 to 28 Volts DC
AC Power consumption	<0.5 Amp
DC Power consumption	<0.1 Amp no active relays or 4-20mA; 0.7 Amp with all relays & 4-20mA active
On board AC input fuse rating	2 Amp 115 VAC
AC Input transient protection	Yes, 10,000A 120 Joule 150V MOV on board
DC Input transient protection	Yes, electronic fuse and 1500W MOV on board
Enclosure rating	UL 508, CSA and NEMA 1,2,3,4,4X,12, 13 IEC 529, IP66
Enclosure type	Fiberglass with stainless steel hardware
Enclosure door closure types	Lockable snap latch or screw close available
Dimensions	11.75 H x 11.75 W x 6.75 D inches
Weight	8 Pounds
Storage temperature rating	-40°C to +85 °C
Operating temperature rating	-30°C to +75 °C
Humidity	15-95% non-condensing
Minimum telemetry update rate	5 times per second (bi-directional)
Transmission method	Bi-directional, mode and modulation type depend on model
Operating frequency ranges	146-174MHz VHF band, 450-490 MHz UHF band, 902-928 MHz ISM band
RF data encryption method	Proprietary 16 bit cyclic redundancy checking with 25 channel hopping
Signal data encryption method	Proprietary rolling code plus 16 bit cyclic redundancy check
Internal antenna supplied	Yes, 2.1 dB Gain omni-directional half wave dipole (ISM)
Range with internal antenna	Up to 5-7 miles line of sight.
Range with external antenna	Up to 25 miles line of sight.
License required	None (USA)
FCC approved	Yes
Network status transmitted	Yes
Units in a network	1 to 32
Maximum number of inputs in a network	512, 256 digital and 256 analog
Maximum number of outputs in a network	512, 256 digital and 256 analog
Output signal source	Any output may be driven by any input, user programmable
Digital Input signal channels transmitted (per unit)	8 plus communication state
Digital Input channel signal type	Low voltage (5V) contacts or logic level
Digital Input signal voltage required	None
Digital Input signal transient protection	Yes, 600W TVS surge and RF filters
Digital Input signal status indication	Yes, on board LED’s, one per channel.
Digital Input signal cable length	Maximum 250 feet recommended
Digital Input signal de-bounce time	Approximately 0.25 second
Analog Input channels transmitted (per unit)	8
Analog Input signal type	4-20 mA grounded or 0-10 VDC (factory configured)
Analog Input transducer on board power supply	On board ~18 VDC with 115VAC or ~1 Volt below DC supply Voltage.
Transducer on board power supply protection	Yes, current limited with electronic fuse
Analog Input transducer power source	May be external or use on board supply
Analog Input transient protection	Yes
Analog Input signal cable length	Max. 250 feet recommended
Analog Input signal accuracy	0.5% (10 bit analog to digital conversion)
Digital output (received) signal channels	8
Digital output (received) status channels	1 for system status
Digital output (received) relay contact ratings	SPDT 10 Amp at 115 VAC, 5 Amp at 30 VDC
Digital output (received) signal indication	Yes, 8 on board LED’s, one per channel, show relay states
Digital output (received) system status indication	Yes, on board LED shows system status
Analog 4-20 mA outputs, standard unit	0
Analog 4-20 mA outputs, with option AO2	2
Analog 4-20 mA outputs, with option AO4	4
Analog 4-20 mA outputs, with option AO8	8
Analog out type	4-20 mA non isolated
Analog output power source	On board.
Modbus capability	Built in, every unit is a Modbus RTU slave
Modbus interface built in	Yes, both RS-232 and 2 wire RS-485 on board, jumper selectable
Inputs that may be monitored by Modbus	Every analog input, digital input and unit DC voltage on the network
Outputs that may be controlled by Modbus	Every analog output and digital output
Time to default outputs after system fail	User adjustable, default is 10 seconds
Additional status LED’s	3, one each for data transmission, reception and Modbus activity

Notes:

The unit may be powered from either a 115 VAC source or an external DC source, or a combination of both to allow fully functional and continuous operation in the event of either external power source failing

RFScada Model 4ADI-5DO2 Specifications

Due to continual improvements all published specifications are subject to change. SS1 option shown, SS1, V1, V2, V5, U1, U2, U5 radio specifications differ.

AC Operating voltage	85 - 140 VAC 48 – 62 Hz (85 – 264 VAC 48 – 62Hz if protective MOV changed)
AC Power supply certification	UL, CE, CISPR/FCC Class B
DC Input Operating voltage (note 2)	10 to 28 Volts DC
DC Output Power (note 3)	14.4 Volts DC 1 Amp
AC Power consumption	<0.5 Amp
DC Power consumption (at 12VDC)	0.07 Amp no active relays or 4-20mA; 0.20 Amp with all relays & 4-20mA active
On board AC input fuse rating	2 Amp 115 VAC
AC Input transient protection	Yes, 10,000A 120 Joule 150 V MOV on board
DC Input transient protection	Yes, electronic fuse and 1500W MOV on board
Enclosure rating	UL 508, CSA and NEMA 1,2,3,4,4X,12, 13 IEC 529, IP66
Enclosure type	Fiberglass with stainless steel hardware
Enclosure door closure types	Lockable snap latch or screw close available
Dimensions	11.75 H x 11.75 W x 6.75 D inches
Weight	8 Pounds
Storage temperature rating	-40°C to +85 °C
Operating temperature rating	-10°C to +75 °C (0 to 40 °C for AC powered version)
Humidity	15-95% non-condensing
Minimum telemetry update rate	5 times per second standard ISM (bi-directional)
Transmission method	Bi-directional, mode and modulation type depend on model
Operating frequency	148-174MHz VHF band, 450-490 MHz UHF band, 902-928 MHz ISM band
RF data encryption method	Proprietary 16 bit cyclic redundancy checking with 50 channel hopping
Signal data encryption method	Proprietary rolling code plus 16 bit cyclic redundancy check
Internal antenna supplied	Yes, 2.1 dB Gain omni-directional half wave dipole (ISM)
Range with internal antenna	Up to 20 miles line of sight depending on radio option.
Range with external antenna	Up to 75 miles depending on radio option.
License required (USA)	Not for SS1 versions, yes for V1, V2, V5, U1, U2 and U5 versions
FCC approved	Yes
Network status transmitted	Yes
Units in a network	1 to 32 (255 under PC control)
Repeater Mode	Standard
Maximum number of inputs in a network	504, 252 digital & 252 analog (4032, 2016 digital & 2016 analog under PC control)
Maximum number of outputs in a network	500, 252 digital & 248 analog (4000, 2016 digital & 1984 analog under PC control)
Output signal source	Any output may be driven by any input, user programmable
Digital Input signal channels transmitted (per unit)	4 to 8 plus communication state
Digital Input channel signal type	Low voltage (5V) contacts or logic level
Digital Input signal voltage required	None
Digital Input signal transient protection	Yes, 600W TVS surge and RF filters
Digital Input signal status indication	Yes, on board LED’s, one per channel.
Digital Input signal cable length	Maximum 250 feet recommended
Digital Input signal de-bounce time	Approximately 0.25 second
Analog Input channels transmitted (per unit)	4 plus temperature, DC Voltage and radio signal strength (SS1 version)
Analog Input signal type	4-20 mA grounded, 0-5 Volt DC, 0-10 Volt DC jumper selectable.
Analog Input transducer on board power supply	On board 15 VDC with AC power or ~1 Volt below DC supply Voltage.
Transducer on board power supply protection	Yes, current limited with electronic fuse
Analog Input transducer power source	May be external or use on board supply
Analog Input transient protection	Yes, 600W TVS surge and RF filters
Analog Input signal cable length	Max. 250 feet recommended
Analog Input signal accuracy	0.5% (12 bit analog to digital conversion)
Digital output (received) signal channels	4
Digital output (received) status channels	1 for system status
Digital output (received) relay contact ratings	SPDT 10 Amp at 115 VAC, 5 Amp at 30 VDC
Digital output (received) signal indication	Yes, 4 on board LED’s, one per channel, show relay states
Digital output (received) system status indication	Yes, on board LED shows system status
Analog 4-20 mA outputs capability	None
Modbus capability	Built in, every unit is a Modbus RTU slave
Modbus interface built in	Yes, both RS-232 and 2 wire RS-485 on board, jumper selectable
Inputs that may be monitored by Modbus	Every analog input, digital input, temperature and DC voltage
Outputs that may be controlled by Modbus	Every analog output and digital output
Time to default outputs after signal loss	User adjustable, 20 seconds to over 7 days
Additional status LED’s	5, two each for data transmission/ reception plus one for Modbus / system activity

Notes:

1. Generic radio parameters refer to the ISM version.

2. The unit may be powered from either AC source or DC source, or a combination of both to allow fully functional and continuous operation in the event of either external power source failing.

3. This DC output is available for external 4-20mA transducers and an external radio.

RFScada Model 4ADI-5DO Specifications

Due to continual improvements all published specifications are subject to change. SS option shown, SS1, V1, V2, V5, U1, U2, U5 radio specifications differ.

AC Operating voltage (note 1)	85 - 140 VAC 48 – 62 Hz (85 – 264 VAC 48 – 62Hz if protective MOV changed)
AC Power supply certification (note 1)	UL, CE, CISPR/FCC Class B
DC Input Operating voltage (note 2)	10 to 28 Volts DC
DC Output Power (note 3)	15 Volts DC 1 Amp
AC Power consumption	<0.5 Amp
DC Power consumption (at 12VDC)	0.07 Amp no active relays or 4-20mA; 0.28 Amp with all relays & 4-20mA active
On board AC input fuse rating	2 Amp 115 VAC
AC Input transient protection	Yes, 10,000A 120 Joule 150 V MOV on board
DC Input transient protection	Yes, electronic fuse and 1500W MOV on board
Enclosure rating	UL 508, CSA and NEMA 1,2,3,4,4X,12, 13 IEC 529, IP66
Enclosure type	Fiberglass with stainless steel hardware
Enclosure door closure types	Lockable snap latch or screw close available
Dimensions	11.75 H x 11.75 W x 6.75 D inches
Weight	8 Pounds
Storage temperature rating	-40°C to +85 °C
Operating temperature rating	-30°C to +75 °C (0 to 40 °C for AC powered version)
Humidity	15-95% non-condensing
Minimum telemetry update rate	5 times per second standard (bi-directional)
Transmission method	Bi-directional, mode and modulation type depend on model
Operating frequency	148-174MHz VHF band, 450-490 MHz UHF band, 902-928 MHz ISM band
RF data encryption method	Proprietary 16 bit cyclic redundancy checking with 25 channel hopping
Signal data encryption method	Proprietary rolling code plus 16 bit cyclic redundancy check
Internal antenna supplied	Yes, 2.1 dB Gain omni-directional half wave dipole (ISM)
Range with internal antenna	Up to 14 miles line of sight depending on radio option.
Range with external antenna	Up to 75 miles depending on radio option.
License required (USA)	Not for SS, SS1 versions, yes for V1, V2, V5, U1, U2 and U5 versions
FCC approved	Yes
Network status transmitted	Yes
Units in a network	1 to 32
Maximum number of inputs in a network	504, 252 digital and 252 analog
Maximum number of outputs in a network	500, 252 digital and 248 analog
Output signal source	Any output may be driven by any input, user programmable
Digital Input signal channels transmitted (per unit)	4 plus communication state
Digital Input channel signal type	Low voltage (5V) contacts or logic level
Digital Input signal voltage required	None
Digital Input signal transient protection	Yes, 600W TVS surge and RF filters
Digital Input signal status indication	Yes, on board LED’s, one per channel.
Digital Input signal cable length	Maximum 250 feet recommended
Digital Input signal de-bounce time	Approximately 0.25 second
Analog Input channels transmitted (per unit)	4 plus temperature, DC Voltage and radio signal strength (SS1 version)
Analog Input signal type	4-20 mA grounded, 0-5 Volt DC, 0-10 Volt DC jumper selectable.
Analog Input transducer on board power supply	On board 15 VDC with AC power or ~1 Volt below DC supply Voltage.
Transducer on board power supply protection	Yes, current limited with electronic fuse
Analog Input transducer power source	May be external or use on board supply
Analog Input transient protection	Yes, 600W TVS surge and RF filters
Analog Input signal cable length	Max. 250 feet recommended
Analog Input signal accuracy	0.5% (10 bit analog to digital conversion)
Digital output (received) signal channels	4
Digital output (received) status channels	1 for system status
Digital output (received) relay contact ratings	SPDT 10 Amp at 115 VAC, 5 Amp at 30 VDC
Digital output (received) signal indication	Yes, 4 on board LED’s, one per channel, show relay states
Digital output (received) system status indication	Yes, on board LED shows system status
Analog 4-20 mA outputs capability	None
Modbus capability	Built in, every unit is a Modbus RTU slave
Modbus interface built in	Yes, both RS-232 and 2 wire RS-485 on board, jumper selectable
Inputs that may be monitored by Modbus	Every analog input, digital input, temperature and DC voltage
Outputs that may be controlled by Modbus	Every analog output and digital output
Time to default outputs after system fail	User adjustable, default is 10 seconds
Additional status LED’s	5, two each for data transmission/ reception plus one for Modbus / system activity

Notes:

1. The AC power supply is a factory installed option.

2. The unit may be powered from either AC source or DC source, or a combination of both to allow fully functional and continuous operation in the event of either external power source failing.

3. This DC output is available with AC power option for external 4-20mA transducers or an external radio.

Due to continual improvements all published specifications are subject to change