Dataprobe iPIO-2 Operation Manual

iPIO-2, iPIO-8, iPIO-16

Monitor and Control of Digital I/O

1. General Description

The iPIO is a network attached, web enabled digital input and output device. The iPIO can be controlled
and monitored with a standard web browser. Multiple iPIO devices can communicate amongst
themselves to transport I/O information across the network. Each iPIO has controllable form C relays,
and digital inputs.

Each channel of the iPIO is independently configurable, allowing selection of what IP addresses to
deliver to and on what channel. Highly flexible telemetry systems can be developed with these simple
devices.

2. Table of Contents

1. General Description .................................... 1

2. Table of Contents ........................................ 2

3. Model Identification and Features ............. 3

3.1. iPIO-2 ..................................................... 3

3.2. iPIO-8 ..................................................... 3

3.3. iPIO-16 ................................................... 3

3.4. Optional Accessories .............................. 3

4. Hardware Installation .................................. 4

4.1. Inputs and Outputs ................................. 4

4.2. Inputs ...................................................... 4

4.3. Relays .................................................... 5

4.4. Switching Higher Current ........................ 6

4.5. Power ..................................................... 6

4.6. Network .................................................. 7

4.7. LED Indicators ........................................ 7

4.8. Wall and DIN Mounting ........................... 8

5. Communications Options......................... 11

5.1. Web Browser ........................................ 11

5.2. Telnet ................................................... 11

5.3. SNMP ................................................... 11

5.4. Email Notifications ................................ 12

5.5. Dataprobe Exchange Protocol (DxP) .... 13

6. Web Browser Operation............................ 14

6.1. Operation .............................................. 14

6.2. Setup and Administration Menu Bar ..... 14

7. Web Browser Setup ................................... 15

7.1. Device Setup ........................................ 15

7.2. Network Setup ...................................... 15

7.3. Email Setup .......................................... 17

7.4. SNMP Setup ......................................... 17

7.5. Input Setup ........................................... 18

7.6. Relay Setup .......................................... 19

7.7. Remote Setup ...................................... 19

7.8. Remote Setup Applications .................. 21

8. Web Browser Administration ................... 22

8.1. System Info .......................................... 22

8.2. Backup and Restore ............................. 22

8.3. Factory Defaults ................................... 23

8.4. Reboot .................................................. 23

9. Telnet and CLI ............................................ 24

10. Firmware Upgrades ................................... 25

11. Specifications ............................................ 26

12. Technical Support and Warranty ............. 28

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Inputs

2

Outputs

2

Power:

PoE 4 WattsMax

Height

1.74”

Width

5.63”

Depth

3.03”

Inputs

8

Outputs

8

Power:

A/C Power Supply

Height

1.25”

Width

5.00”

Depth

7.32”

Inputs

16

Outputs

16

Power:

A/C Power Supply

Height

2.02”

Width

5.00”

Depth

7.32”

This manual covers three versions of the iPIO product family. Each model has similar features and is
functionally differentiated by the number of Inputs and Outputs each supports.

3.1. iPIO-2

3.2. iPIO-8

3. Model Identification and Features

3.3. iPIO-16

3.4. Optional Accessories

Mounting Kit
# 1920034. See Section 4.8

High Current Relay Module
# 1340076. See Section 4.4

Replacement Power Supply
# 1930085

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Status

DC Voltage

Open

>3VDC

Closed

<=0VDC

Poor Screw Terminal

Connections.

Note Loose Wires and

Excessive Stripping

Proper Screw Terminal

Connections

4.1. Inputs and Outputs

Connections to the iPIO Inputs and Outputs are made using screw terminal blocks. The screw terminal
blocks are on removable connectors for easy cable fabrication.

Make sure screw terminals are tightened securely and that there are no loose strands of cable or excessive
stripped wires.

4. Hardware Installation

4.2. Inputs

Connect the inputs to the iPIO using the screw terminals. Inputs can be either dry relay or switch contacts,
or a +VDC voltage (3 to 30 V), referenced to a common ground.

Screw terminals are removable for easy installation. Terminals for each circuit are marked + and G. When
connecting dry relay contacts, the polarity is not significant.

Connecting to +VDC Inputs

The iPIO is factory configured for dry contact closure inputs only. To configure for +VDC inputs, jumpers
must be removed.

Disconnect power and all cables prior to input configuration.

When connecting +VDC, connect the positive voltage to the terminal marked + and the negative or ground to
the terminal marked G.

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Relay Type

Form C

Rating (resistive)

0.5 A 120 VAC or 1 A 24 VDC

Maximum Carrying Current

2 A

Maximum Switching Power

60 AV, 24 W

Maximum Switching Voltage

120 VAC/60 VDC

Maximum Switching Current

1A

Life Expectancy

5 Million Operations Mechanical.
100K Operations at rated load

iPIO-8 and iPIO-16

Open the iPIO by removing the screws on the
underside of the iPIO-8 and 16.

There are eight jumpers representing inputs 1-8 on
the iPIO-8 and iPIO-16. Jumpers 9-16 on the iPIO­16 are located on the daughter board for the inputs.
An arrow indicates jumper 1 and 9. See photo:

IPIO-2

Open the iPIO-2 by removing the screws on the
side of the unit.

The jumpers are located on the lower PC board.
Remove the top board by removing the four screws
holding the top board in place and gently lifting the
top board off its headers.

The two Jumpers are shown in the photo. They are
marked 1 and 2. Replace the top board, secure it
with the four screws and replace the cover with 4
screws.

4.3. Relays

Connect to the iPIO Form C relays using the screw terminals as illustrated. Connect to the Common (C),
Normally Closed (NC) and Normally Open (NO) as marked. When the iPIO relay is in the Open Condition,
the Common is connected to the Normally Open. In the Closed state, the Common and Normally Closed are
connected.

Relay Specifications

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Input

100-240 VAC 50-60Hz

Output

5 VDC 4A

Linecord

NEMA 1-15P to IEC C7 2 meters

ELK-912-2 to iPIO

Connection

Specifications – ELK-912-2

Operating Voltage : 12 VDC Nominal
Current Draw: 30 mA
Minimum Pull-in Voltage: 9VDC
Diode Protection Across Relay

Contact Rating:
7 Amps @ 30 VDC
10 Amps @ 125 VAC

Physical: 2.2” x 1.55” (56mm x 39mm)

4.4. Switching Higher Current

The ELK-912-2 (Item # 1340076) is a two relay board to

provide higher current switching for several of Dataprobe’s

remote control products. Each ELK-912-2 is two independent
relays, each with screw terminal connections. The relay
boards can be separated in to individual relays as required for
mounting.

To use the ELK-912-2 with the iPIO, connect the relay board to
the Output connections of the iPIO as shown below.

4.5. Power

The iPIO-2, iPIO-8 and iPIO-16 are provided with a power supply, item 1930085. The supply is rated for 100­240VAC 50/60 Hz. and is supplied with a line cord for North America. For locations outside of North America,
use an appropriate power adaptor or replace the cord with a suitable cord for your location. Power Supply
connection for the linecord is standard IEC C7.

Connect the power supply to the +5VDC connection on the iPIO. An LED next to the connector indicates
power on. The iPIO requires an approximately 1 minute boot-up process.

Power Supply 1930085

iPIO-2

The iPIO-2 can also be powered with Power over Ethernet (PoE) instead of the power supply.

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PoE Specifications
4 Watts Maximum @ 48VDC

4.6. Network

Connect the network to the iPIO with the Cat 5 cable, provided, or suitable replacement. The Network
connector on the iPIO has two LED indicators. The orange LINK LED indicates a successful connection to
the network. The Green ACT LED blinks to display network activity.

4.7. LED Indicators

See Section 3 for LED locations for each model.
Pwr Power On indication
Rmt Remote Communication Status indication
OFF No Remote Units Programmed

ON All Remotes Communicating Normally
Flash One or More Remotes with Communication Error

Input The iPIO has eight LED indicators, displaying the status of the Inputs. User settings define the On

or Off State of the LED relative to the inputs. The Factory Default is:

OFF Input Open
ON Input Closed

During power up sequence, LEDs will be off until boot complete, then flash once, and then set to

their current status.

Output The iPIO has eight LED indictors, displaying the status of the Relay Outputs. User settings define

the On or Off State of the LED relative to the inputs. The Factory Default is:

OFF Relay Open (C connected to NO)
ON Relay Closed (C connected to NC)

During power up sequence, LEDs will be off until boot complete, then flash once, and then set to

their current status.
Link Network Connected
Act Network Activity. During power up sequence, Act LED will be solid on until boot process is

complete. After boot, LED blinking indicates network activity

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Install the wall mounting ears to the
unit using the four silver screws.

Mount to wall using appropriate
hardware

Remove all cables from the unit prior to installing or
removing any mounting hardware.

4.8. Wall and DIN Mounting

A mounting kit for wall and DIN rail mounting is available.
Part # 1920034 Wall and DIN Mounting Kit

Wall Mounting iPIO-8 and iPIO-16

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Use the ear tabs on the Unit to
directly mount to wall or backboard

Mount to wall or backboard with
proper hardware.

Install the Intermediate bracket onto
the bottom of the unit using the 4
silver screws.

Wall Mounting iPIO-2

DIN Rail Mounting iPIO-8 and iPIO-16

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Install the DIN rail clips using the
black screws as shown

Mount to DIN Rail

Install the DIN rail clips using the
four black screws. Clips can be
mounted for either vertical or
horizontal aspect.

Mount to DIN Rail

DIN Rail Mounting iPIO-2

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User Type

Default Username / Password

Access

Administrator

admin / admin

View, Control and Setup

General User

user / user

View and Control

5. Communications Options

The iPIO units have a number of means of communication.
Factory Defaults:
IP Address 192.168.1.254
User Credentials
Two user types are supported Administrator and User. The chart below details the available functions of

each type.

5.1. Web Browser

Point your browser to the IP address of the iPIO unit and enter the credentials as set. The web pages
provide status information on the inputs and outputs of the iPIO, as well as provide configuration for the unit.
Open a browser to the default or current IP address of the unit. Enter the default username and password.

See Sections 6-8 for complete web browser details

5.2. Telnet

The system supports the Telnet communications protocol for basic setup only.
Connect via Telnet client to the IP address of the iPIO. Enter the credentials as set.

Telnet Factory Default

Port 23

See Section 9 for Telnet and CLI details

Hello... connected to iPIO-X!
Connected to Telnet Session 1

User> admin
Password> *****

5.3. SNMP

The iPIO is SNMP manageable. Up to four SNMP managers can be defined for the purpose of delivering
status Inform messages.

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SNMP Factory Defaults

Read Community: public
Read/Write Community: private
Notification Timeout: 1 second
Notification Retry Count: 3
Lead Configuration Change: 0 seconds

Download the MIB from the iPIO support pages at http:Dataprobe.com\support.aspx
The iPIO is configurable for what events trigger SNMP Traps. See section 7.5 SNMP Setup

 Input. Email on any input change
 Relay. Email on any relay change
 Communication. Email on any change in communication status to the remotes.
 Configuration. Email on any configuration change.

5.4. Email Notifications

The iPIO will send email for a number of events. Up to two email addresses can be specified to receive
emails. The types of events that generate emails are also configurable. See section 7.3 Email Setup. The
events that can generate emails are:

 Input. Email on any input change
 Relay. Email on any relay change
 Communication. Email on any change in communication status to the remotes.
 Configuration. Email on any configuration change.

Email Syntax for input change
From: <your from account>

Date: Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 5:14 PM
Subject: Input Change
To: <your to address>

<Location Name of iPIO>
Input <input number> <input name> is <state name>

Example:
From: <[e-mail]>

Date: Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 5:14 PM
Subject: Input Change
To: [e-mail]

Shop Floor - Houston
Input 16 Back Door is Open

Other emails use similar syntax.

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5.5. Dataprobe Exchange Protocol (DxP)

Dataprobe devices use the Dataprobe Exchange Protocol (DxP) to communicate.
The protocol for communication between iPIO units can be used by software developers to create custom

applications for a wide variety of applications. Dataprobe makes the protocol freely available on its website,
as well as sample code in a variety of formats.

Visit http://dataprobe.com/support.aspx for more information. Contact Dataprobe Application Engineering
for additional assistance.

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6. Web Browser Operation

The Status and Control web
page provides real time status
of the inputs, outputs and
remote iPIO unit connections.

The top of the page indicates
the iPIO device the user is
connected to. This location ID
is settable.

Each input, output and remote
device is defined by a user
selectable name. Inputs and
outputs can also be assigned
names for Open and Closed
statuses, as well as
background and text colors for
each.

When logging in with
Administrator rights, the menu
bar below the header will be
displayed. This allows access to the Setup and Administration pages of the unit.

If the iPIO is programmed to communicate with remote units, each remote unit will be displayed in the left
column. Each remote site displays its name and status OK or Fail in green or red. The name is a hotlink to
the IP address of that remote device.

The status will automatically refresh approximately every 2 seconds.

6.1. Operation

To operate any of the relays, click on the Change button associated with that relay.
To view the latest status, click on the Refresh button.
To logout, click the Logout button.

6.2. Setup and Administration Menu Bar

The top menu bar is only visible and accessible to users with administrative rights. It allows access to the
Setup and Administration pages of the unit. Read the following sections for details on setup and
administration.

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Access to the Setup requires administrator rights.
iPIO setup is divided into seven sections, Device, Network, Email, SNMP, Inputs, Relays, and Remotes.

Click on the buttons on the left to access that section.

Note: Click on Save at the bottom of each screen before moving to another section. Wait for the page

to reload prior to moving to another section.

7.1. Device Setup

Device setup allows definition of
the Location ID, displayed on the
top header of each page. The
Auto Update feature defines if the
status of this device will be
automatically transmitted to the
remote sites, and if so, how often.

Also set on this page are the
Login Names and Passwords for
the User and Administrator roles.

There are two roles that can be
defined. The user has access
only to the status and control
page. The Administrator also has
access to the setup pages.

7. Web Browser Setup

7.2. Network Setup

The iPIO provides two methods
for setting the IP Address

 Static
 DHCP

Select Static Mode from the drop
down list and fill in the IP
Address, Subnet Mask and
Gateway as provided by your
network administrator. Click save
to save the changes. You will
then be prompted to reboot the
iPIO. Click on the Reboot
Required button. The iPIO will

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reboot and the new IP address will be ready to be accessed.
Selecting DHCP from the IP Setup page allows a DHCP server to provide IP address, Subnet Mask and

Gateway information to the iPIO. Click Save and then Reboot when prompted by the button in the left
column. The iPIO will reboot. After reboot, access the iPIO with the IP address assigned by the DHCP
server. Check your DHCP server to identify the IP address assigned to the iPIO. If no IP address is
assigned by a DHCP server, the original IP address will be retained.

Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)

To restrict web access to secure, encrypted pages, select SSL. Click Save and then Reboot when
prompted. With SSL enabled, access the iPIO using https://

Port Settings

The Network Setup page also allows for changing of the port assignment for HTTP, HTTPS and inter-iPIO
protocols. Dataprobe recommends changing the Web port for units that will be connected to the Internet.
This will minimize the number of hacker attacks that the iPIO will be subject to. If a port other than the
default Port 80 (or port 443 for SSL) is used for web browser access, the port must specifically be used in
the URL when accessing the iPIO. For example, if the Web Port is changed to 9090 then the URL for the
unit would be http://192.168.1.254:9090 or https://192.168.1.254:9090 for SSL.

Default Port Assignments

 Web: 80
 SSL: 443
 Telnet: 23
 DxP: 9100

Telnet

The Telnet setup capabilities can be enabled or disabled with this checkbox

AES Encryption

Pairs of iPIOs can use 128 bit AES encryption to secure status and control messages. To use AES, enter an
AES Passphrase (up to 16 characters) and enable AES with the checkbox. Any additional iPIO that
connects to this device will need to use the same Passphrase as set here. See Remote Setup for entering
the Passphrase of a remote iPIO.

Use DxP Credentials

Older DxP supported devices do not use username and password pairs in the protocol. Uncheck this to
provide backward compatibility if the remote site units do not support U/P pairs.

Connection Timeout

The Telnet and web login will automatically log off the user if no activity is detected for the period of time (in
minutes) specified here. Set to 0 to allow unlimited timeouts, but be sure to log out manually as unlimited
timeout will prevent new users from logging in if the session is not closed manually.

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7.3. Email Setup

The iPIO sends email notification
on a variety of events. Set the
email server and destination
information on this page.

SMTP Server.

Set the IP address of the email
(SMTP) server that will send the
email notifications.

Account Name

Set the user login name for the
SMTP server.

Account Password

Set the password for the SMTP
server account.

Return Address

Set the return address to be used in the email notifications.

Destination 1 & 2

Set up to two email addresses to receive notifications.

Send Email on Change

Select which type of events will generate email notifications.

 Input. Email on any input change
 Relay. Email on any relay change
 Communication. Email on any change in communication status to the remotes.
 Configuration. Email on any configuration change.

7.4. SNMP Setup

iPIO is SNMPv2 manageable. Set
the SNMP manager and trap
information on this screen.

SNMP Managers 1-4

Set up to four SNMP managers IP
addresses. Each manager
defined here will receive traps.

Read & Write Community.

Set the SNMP Read Community
and Write Community strings
here.

Send Trap on Change

Set which events will generate
SNMP Traps.

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 Input. Email on any input change
 Relay. Email on any relay change
 Communication. Email on any change in communication status to the remotes.
 Configuration. Email on any configuration change.

To use the SNMP, download the iPIO MIB at http://dataprobe.com/support.aspx

7.5. Input Setup

Select the input to be configured
from the dropdown box.

Input Name

Each input has a user definable
name (20 characters max.)

Qualifying Time

Set the time, in seconds (0-99)
that the input must be
continuously in any new state to
have the iPIO recognize the
change in state.

Open and Closed Names

Both the Open and Closed
conditions have a user definable
Name (20 characters max.)

Open and Closed Colors

The user may also select colors for the background and text. To select the colors, click on the color boxes
below the Open and Closed names.

Click Save when done, before moving to the next input or setup section

LED Status

The user may select upon what state of the input the LED for that channel will be ON or Off. Select with the
radio button.

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7.6. Relay Setup

Select the input to be configured
from the dropdown box.

Relay Name

Each input has a user definable
name (20 characters max.)

Open and Closed Names

Both the Open and Closed
conditions have a user definable
Name (20 characters max.)

Open and Closed Colors

The user may also select colors
for the background and text. To
select the colors, click on the color boxes below the Open and Closed names.

Click Save when done, before moving to the next input or setup section
LED Status

The user may select upon what state of the input the LED for that channel will be ON or Off. Select with the
radio button.

7.7. Remote Setup

To allow multiple Dataprobe
products to communicate and
control one another, each device
must be setup to communicate
with the devices that are remote
to it.

Adding a remote will allow the
inputs of this iPIO unit to control
the outputs of another iPIO unit,
or multiple units. Additional
Dataprobe products, like iBoot-G2
series power controller can also
be remotes that are controlled by
this iPIO. To achieve bi-directional
control between two iPIO units,
each must be programmed with
the other as a remote.

To add the first device, click on
Add Device. This will generate
the setup screen for the first
remote. To add additional
remotes, click on Add Device for
each one. Up to 32 remote units
can be programmed.

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Remote Name

Enter the name (20 characters max.) to identify the remote unit.

Remote Type

Select the model of the remote device. This setting will allow for the proper entry of variables depending on
remote model.

Link Alarm Relay

One local relay can be designated to provide status of the link between this device and the remote. Different
relays can be assigned to each remote, or one relay can serve as a general purpose alarm for all remotes.
When used, the Alarm relay will be energized (Common to Normally Closed connected) when the link is OK
and de-energized (Common to Normally Open) when an alarm occurs.

Remote Network

Enter the IP Address and Port (if changed from default 9100 when setting up the remote).
AES Encryption can be used to secure communications with the remote. Enter the Passphrase that

matches the remote device, and check the AES checkbox

Remote Relays

Each local input on the iPIO can be used to activate one relay on each remote iPIO unit. Program the
Remote Relays by selecting which remote relay will be controlled by each input. Select the relay
channel number on the remote unit that will be controlled. Select None if the input does not affect any remote
output.

The On Open and On Close setting allow the user to define the action that the remote relay will take when
the input is open or closed. The choices are Open, Close or Pulse – Open and Pulse - Close. If Pulse –
Open or Close is selected, the relay will momentarily take the state chosen (open or closed) for the duration
specified in the Pulse column.

Multiple inputs on the local iPIO can control the same relay on the remote unit. In this case, the remote
relay will switch based on the most recent input state change. It is also possible to have the inputs of the
local iPIO control its own relays, by setting up a remote iPIO with the local IP address.

Click Save and the color Status box will change from red FAIL to green OK to indicate successful
communications between iPIO devices.

The Sync button allows information on all local inputs to be transmitted to the remote iPIO. When the remote
iPIO is set up, use this button to coordinate the local inputs with the remote relays.

iPIO units continually communicate to coordinate inputs and outputs. If one or more remotes are
programmed, the RMT LED on the front of the iPIO will be solid on. If any remotes fail to communicate, the
LED will flash, and the alarm relay (if programmed) will Open.

Click refresh, or refresh your browser window to view the latest remote status.
If the Auto Update feature is enabled on the Device Setup page, the iPIO will periodically transmit its status

to the remote unit. If the On Reconnect feature is enabled, the iPIO will transmit its status whenever the
connection to the remote is established or re-established.

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7.8. Remote Setup Applications

Bidirectional Relay Transport

In this application, two iPIO units share input status over
the network. The relays of each unit reflect the input
status of the other.

 Set each iPIO as a remote of the other.
 Set each remote relay to match the input of the local.
 Set an alarm relay to provide link supervision (alarm relay notification if communications fails).

Multi-Site Event Consolidation

In this application, many reporting sites communicate to
one central site. Any input change from any of the
remote sites is reflected in the output at the central site.

 Set each reporting unit with the IP address of the

central site as a remote.

 Set each input of the reporting unit to the same relay

on the central unit.

 To get consolidated link supervision, add all the

reporting sites as remotes in the central unit, and set
an alarm relay.

Application 3 Multi-Site Event Distribution

In this application, one central sites broadcasts status
information to multiple remote sites.

 Set all remote sites as remotes in the central unit.
 To get link supervision at the remote sites, add the

central unit as a remote, and set an alarm relay in
each location.

The flexibility of the iPIO allows many other combinations of control and reporting. Contact Dataprobe
Technical Support for assistance in getting the most out of your iPIO.

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The Administration section is available to users with Administrator Credentials only.

8.1. System Info

The System Information page
provides the following information

 Uptime: The amount of time

since the last power up or
reboot of the unit.

 Current Users: The

username of any currently
connected web users, the
length of time the user has
been logged on; the time the
user has had no activity with
the device, and the IP
Address of the user.

8. Web Browser Administration

8.2. Backup and Restore

The Backup and Restore feature
allows the current configuration of
the iPIO to be downloaded and
saved for future use.

This will allow re-install in the
same unit if it should be reset to
Factory Defaults, or if the user
wishes to return to a known set of
settings. It can also be used to
install in an additional unit to allow
multiple units with similar
configurations to be set-up
quickly.

Configuration files can only be
installed in the same model of unit
as was saved from.

Backup

Click on the Backup button to begin the process. The unit will prompt for a file location to save the file. The
default file name is ipiov2-device.conf

Restore

Click on Choose File to select a .conf file to upload. Select the file and click Open. The file name will be listed
next to the Choose File button. Use the Keep Network IP Settings to restore all settings EXCEPT the

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Network settings. Checking this box allows the basic setup of a new unit on the network, then loading a
standard configuration file into that new unit.

Once the Restore button is pushed the file is uploaded and the device is reset. Once the reboot is
completed, the device will automatically reconnect.

8.3. Factory Defaults

This button allows the reset of all
settings to Factory Defaults. Like
the Restore feature, the Network
Settings can be excluded from the
reset. Click on the Reset Factory
Defaults button, then confirm

Once the Reset button is pushed
the device will reboot. Once the
reboot is completed, the device
will automatically reconnect.

8.4. Reboot

A Reboot button provides a restart
of the iPIO system. Once the
Reboot button is pushed the
device will reboot. Once the reboot is completed, the device will automatically reconnect.

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Command

Description

Factory Default

get network

Get network IP settings

ipIO-X> get network

MAC Address: 00:0D:AD:02:57:87
IP Mode: Static
IP Address: 10.10.10.62
Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 10.10.10.7
DNS1: 0.0.0.0
DNS2: 0.0.0.0

Ok
ipIO-X>

Note: DNS not used in this version

get mac

Displays the MAC address

set ipmode <static|dhcp>

Sets the IP Mode
Static: The IP address is set manually
DHCP: The IP Address is set by DHCP Server

static

set ipaddress
<xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx>

Sets the IP Address in dotted decimal

192.168.1.254

set subnet
<xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx>

Sets the subnet mask in dotted decimal

255.255.255.0

set gateway
<xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx>

Sets the gateway in dotted decimal

0.0.0.0
set telnet port <xxxxxx>

Sets the telnet port (0-65535)

23

The system supports the Telnet communications protocol for basic setup only.
Connect via Telnet client to the IP address of the iPIO. Enter the credentials as set.

Hello... connected to ipIO-X!
Connected to Telnet Session 1

User> admin
Password> *****

Telnet Factory Default

Port 23

9. Telnet and CLI

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Firmware upgrades may or may not reset the iPIO to factory defaults. Check the
release notes on our user’s forum for the upgrade before making changes to you iPIO.

10. Firmware Upgrades

The iPIO can be field upgraded. Find the latest version or special purpose versions at

http://dataprobe.com/support.aspx

1) Run the Device Management Utility, available at the link above. If the iPIO you would like to upgrade is not
visible in the list box, either

Select Device | Discover from the menu to locate iPIO units on the local network, or
Select Device | Add from the menu to add the IP address of the iPIO.

Once the device is displayed in the list, highlight it

2) Select Manage | Upgrade Firmware
Enter User Name root and the Password for the Administrator. (default is admin)
Enter the filename of the firmware,

or click Browse and find the file of
the firmware file to be used. iPIO
firmware uses the extension .ipu If

you don’t see any files of that type;

make sure the ‘Files of type’ box is

set for iPIO or All Files.
Click OK when all the details are

entered.

3) The upload will begin, and a
progress bar will be displayed.

4) When the firmware upload is
completed, WAIT 2 Minutes. The
iPIO will automatically reset and be
ready for use.

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Physical

iPIO-2

Height 1.74”
Width 5.63”
Depth 3.03”

iPIO-8

Height 1.25”
Width 5.00”
Depth 7.32”

iPIO-16

Height 2.02”
Width 5.00”
Depth 7.32”

Environmental

Temperature 0 - 50 Deg C Operating
Humidity 90 Pct Non Condensing

Power

iPIO-8
iPIO-16

Wall Mounted Power Supply, included
105 - 240 VAC 50/60Hz or +5VDC direct.

iPIO-2

Power over Ethernet (PoE) 4 Watts
Optional 105 - 240 VAC 50/60Hz or +5VDC direct.

Inputs

Two screw terminals per input. Dry Contact Closure or settable for
+3VDC to +30 VDC input, Grounds Common

iPIO-2
iPIO-8
iPIO-16

2 Inputs
8 Inputs
16 Inputs

Relay Outputs

Current Maximums 0.5A @ 120VAC or 1A @ 24VDC
Switching Power 60VA Max 50uW Min
Switching Voltage 120VAC or 60VDC Max 1VDC Min
Switching Current 1A Max 1mA Min
Resistance 100 milliohms (initial value)
Operations 5 Million, mechanical. 100K at maximum load

iPIO-2
iPIO-8
iPIO-16

2 Form C Relays
8 Form C Relays
16 Form C Relays

11. Specifications

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LED Indictors

One LED Indicator for Each Input, Configurable for On or Off state
One LED Indicator for each Relay Output. Configurable for ON or Off state
Network Link (Link) and Activity (Act).
Remote Unit Link Status (Rmt).
Power (Pwr)

Switch

Reset. Hardware Reset

Inputs

8 Digital Inputs
Dry relay/switch closures or
+/-3VDC to +/-30 VDC
Grounds common

Network

HTTP Web Server
SSL Secure Sockets Layer
DHCP Assigned or Static IP Address
Email to SMTP Server
SNMP V2 Manageable. MIB Supplied
Inter Device Communications via DxP Protocol supplied.
128 bit AES Encryption optional
Selectable Port assignments for Web, SSL and DxP Protocol.

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12. Technical Support and Warranty

Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in
material and workmanship for a period of Three Years from the date of initial purchase. If the product should prove
defective within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, at its sole discretion. Repairs may be made with
new or refurbished components and replacements may be new or refurbished at the Sellers sole discretion. Repaired
or replaced units shall be warranteed for the balance of the original warranty, or 90 days, whichever is greater.

If Purchased from Dataprobe Inc.; Service under this Warranty is obtained by shipping the product (with all charges
prepaid) to the address below. Seller will pay return shipping charges within the United States. Call Dataprobe
Technical Service to receive a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Number prior to sending any equipment back for
repair. Include all cables, power supplies, accessories and proof of purchase with shipment.

If purchased from an Authorized Dataprobe Reseller; Service under this Warranty is obtained by contacting your
Authorized Dataprobe Reseller.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT,
MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE
WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW, ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE; AND THIS WARRANTY
EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from jurisdictions to
jurisdiction.

WARNING: The individual user should take care to determine prior to use whether this device is suitable, adequate or
safe for the use intended. Since individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes no
representation or warranty as to the suitability of fitness for any specific application.

Dataprobe Inc.
Technical Support: 201-934-5111

[e-mail]

www.dataprobe.com/support.html