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enclosed CD/DVD applies.
The performance features described here are binding only if they have been expressly agreed
when the contract was made. This document was produced by Hirschmann Automation and
Control GmbH according to the best of the company's knowledge. Hirschmann reserves the right
to change the contents of this document without prior notice. Hirschmann can give no guarantee
in respect of the correctness or accuracy of the information in this document.
Hirschmann can accept no responsibility for damages, resulting from the use of the network
components or the associated operating software. In addition, we refer to the conditions of use
specified in the license contract.
You can get the latest version of this manual on the Internet at the Hirschmann product site
(www.hirschmann.com).
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Stuttgarter Str. 45-51
72654 Neckartenzlingen
Germany
Tel.: +49 1805 141538
1.4.1Supply voltage with the characteristic value A18
1.4.2Supply voltage with the characteristic value F18
1.4.3Supply voltage with the characteristic value N18
1.5Ethernet ports18
1.5.110/100 Mbit/s twisted pair port18
1.5.210/100 Mbit/s PoE port19
1.5.3Pin assignments20
1.6Display elements20
2Installation22
2.1Checking the package contents22
2.2Connecting the connector for the
supply voltage22
2.2.1Devices featuring supply voltage with the
characteristic value A22
2.2.2Devices featuring supply voltage with the
characteristic value F23
2.2.3Devices featuring supply voltage with the
characteristic value N24
2.3Installing and grounding the device25
2.3.1Grounding the device26
2.4Connecting the ferrite26
2.5Connecting the supply voltage27
2.6Operating the device27
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2.7Connecting data cables28
3Monitoring the ambient air temperature29
4Maintenance and service30
5Technical data31
AFurther Support38
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Safety instructions
WARNING
UNCONTROLLED MACHINE ACTIONS
To avoid uncontrolled machine actions caused by data loss, configure all
the data transmission devices individually.
Before you start any machine which is controlled via data transmission, be
sure to complete the configuration of all data transmission devices.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury,
or equipment damage.
General safety instructions
You operate this device with electricity. Improper usage of the device
entails the risk of physical injury or significant property damage. The
proper and safe operation of this device depends on proper handling
during transportation, proper storage and installation, and careful
operation and maintenance procedures.
Before connecting any cable, read this document, and the safety
instructions and warnings.
Operate the device with undamaged components exclusively.
The device is free of any service components. In case of a damaged
or malfunctioning the device, turn off the supply voltage and return the
device to Hirschmann for inspection.
Certified usage
Use the product only for the application cases described in the
Hirschmann product information, including this manual.
Operate the product only according to the technical specifications.
See “Technical data” on page 31.
Connect to the product only components suitable for the requirements
of the specific application case.
Certification type
See “Device name and
product code” on page 12.
EIn the inside of buildings
FIn the inside of buildings
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Operational environment
In the inside of trains
In the inside of trains
In the inside of ships
In the inside of vehicles
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Device casing
Only technicians authorized by the manufacturer are permitted to open
the casing.
Never insert pointed objects (narrow screwdrivers, wires, etc.) into the
device or into the connection terminals for electric conductors. Do not
touch the connection terminals.
At ambient temperatures > 140 °F (60 °C):
The surfaces of the device housing may become hot. Avoid touching
the device while it is operating.
Qualification requirements for personnel
Only allow qualified personnel to work on the device.
Qualified personnel have the following characteristics:
Qualified personnel are properly trained. Training as well as practical
knowledge and experience make up their qualifications. This is the
prerequisite for grounding and labeling circuits, devices, and systems
in accordance with current standards in safety technology.
Qualified personnel are aware of the dangers that exist in their work.
Qualified personnel are familiar with appropriate measures against
these hazards in order to reduce the risk for themselves and others.
Qualified personnel receive training on a regular basis.
National and international safety regulations
Verify that the electrical installation meets local or nationally applicable
safety regulations.
Grounding the device
The housing is grounded via the separate ground screw on the bottom left
of the front panel.
Use a wire diameter for the ground conductor that is no smaller than
the diameter of the supply voltage connection, however of at least
0.75 mm² (AWG18).
Ground the device before connecting any other cables.
Disconnect the grounding only after disconnecting all other cables.
Shielding ground
The overall shield of a connected shielded twisted-pair cable is connected
to the metal housing as a conductor.
Beware of possible short circuits when connecting a cable section with
conductive shielding braiding.
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Supply voltage
The supply voltage is electrically isolated from the housing.
Use undamaged parts.
Relevant for North America:
Only use copper wire/conductors of class 1, 75 °C.
Applies to devices featuring supply voltage with the characteristic
value F:
Exclusively connect SELV circuits with the voltage restrictions in
accordance with IEC/EN 60950-1 to the supply voltage connections.
Applies to devices featuring supply voltage with the characteristic
value A:
Ensure that the externally power unit connected upstream fulfills one
of following conditions:
NEC Class 2
Limited Power Source based on EN 60950-1
Operating conditions
Operate the device at the specified ambient temperature (temperature of
the ambient air at a distance of 2 inches (5 cm) from the device) and at
the specified relative humidity exclusively.
Install the device in a location where the climatic threshold values
specified in the technical data are adhered to. Make sure the
environment does not heat the device.
Use the device in an environment with a maximum pollution degree
that complies with the specifications in the technical data.
Relevant for use in North America
Use this device solely in Class 2 Circuits.
Relevant for usage under conditions that comply with the
the technical standard UL 60950-1:
Note: The following information applies only to device variants with
UL 60950-1 approval and protective conductor connection.
Protective conductor connection for the crimp connection:
Use a wire diameter for the ground conductor that is no smaller than the
diameter of the supply voltage connection, however of at least 0.75 mm²
(AWG18).
Use a professional crimping tool specified for the wire size. Follow the
instruction of the crimping tool. The pull out force the crimped connection
is at least 135 N according to the technical standard IEC 60352-2.
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E marking
The labeled devices comply with the regulations contained in the following
European directive(s):
Rule No. 10 of the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE): Devices with
an approval are labeled with the E type-approval mark.
(Relevant for devices with certification type F)
CE marking
The labeled devices comply with the regulations contained in the following
European directive(s):
2011/65/EU (RoHS)
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment.
2006/95/EC
Directive of the European Parliament and the council for standardizing the
regulations of member states with regard to electrical equipment to be
used within specific voltage ranges.
2004/108/EC (EMC)
Directive of the European Parliament and the council for standardizing the
regulations of member states with regard to electromagnetic
compatibility.
In accordance with the above-named EU directive(s), the EU conformity
declaration will be at the disposal of the relevant authorities at the
following address:
Hirschmann Automation and Control GmbH
Stuttgarter Str. 45-51
72654 Neckartenzlingen
Germany
Tel.: +49 1805 141538
The device can be used in the industrial sector.
Interference immunity: EN 61000-6-2
Emitted interference: EN 55022
Warning! This is a class A device. This device can cause interference in
living areas, and in this case the operator may be required to take
appropriate measures.
Note: The assembly guidelines provided in these instructions must be
strictly adhered to in order to observe the EMC threshold values.
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FCC note:
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; (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Appropriate testing has established that this device fulfills the
requirements of a class A digital device in line with part 15 of the FCC
regulations.
These requirements are designed to provide sufficient protection against
interference when the device is being used in a business environment.
The device creates and uses high frequencies and can also radiate these
frequencies. If it is not installed and used in accordance with this
operating manual, it can cause radio transmission interference. The use
of this device in a residential area can also cause interference, and in this
case the user is obliged to cover the costs of removing the interference.
Recycling note
After usage, this device must be disposed of properly as electronic waste,
in accordance with the current disposal regulations of your county, state,
and country.
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About this Manual
The “Installation” user manual contains a device description, safety
instructions, a description of the display, and the other information that you
need to install the device.
Legend
The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Listing
Work step
Subheading
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1.1General device description
The OCTOPUS OS20/OS24 Unmanaged devices are designed for the
special requirements of industrial automation. They meet the relevant
industry standards, provide very high operational reliability, even under
extreme conditions, and also long-term reliability and flexibility.
The devices allow you to set up switched industrial Ethernet networks that
conform to the IEEE 802.3 standard in the line structure.
The devices work without a fan.
The 10 twisted pair ports are M12 sockets.
The twisted pair ports support:
Autocrossing
Autonegotiation
Autopolarity
Mount the device on a level surface with four M5 screws.
The Hirschmann network components help you ensure continuous
communication across all levels of the company.
Connect your devices to:
devices of the OCTOPUS family
devices of the Open Rail family
devices of the MICE family
backbone devices of the MACH family
the BAT wireless transmission system
the EAGLE security system
products for the LION control room / MACH 100 family
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1.2Device name and product code
The device name corresponds to the product code. The product code is
made up of characteristics with defined positions. The characteristic values
stand for specific product properties.
You have numerous options of combining the device characteristics. You can
determine the possible combinations using the configurator which is
available in the Belden E-Catalog (www.e-catalog.beldensolutions.com) on
the web page of the device.
ItemProduct
characteristic
1 ... 4ProductOS20Octopus device with Fast Ethernet ports
5(hyphen)—
6 ... 7Number:
Special ports
8 ... 9Number:
100 Mbit/s ports
10 ... 11 Number:
1000 Mbit/s ports
12 ... 13 uplink portT51 ×100 Mbit/s ports
14 ... 15 uplink portT51 ×100 Mbit/s ports
16Temperature rangeTExtended−40 °F ... +158 °F (−40 °C ...