Moxa Technologies UC-8112-ME-T-LX, UC-8112-ME-T-LX-US-LTE, UC-8112-ME-T-LX1, UC-8112-ME-T-US-LTE-LX1, UC-8112-ME-T Hardware User Manual

UC-8112-ME-T Series Hardware

User’s Manual

Edition 2.1, February 2018

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Model Descriptions .............................................................................................................................. 1-2

Package Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 1-2

Product Features ................................................................................................................................ 1-2

Hardware Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 1-3

Hardware Block Diagram ..................................................................................................................... 1-4

2. Hardware Introduction...................................................................................................................... 2-1

Appearance ........................................................................................................................................ 2-2

LED Indicators .................................................................................................................................... 2-3

Default Programmable Button Operations .............................................................................................. 2-3

Diagnosing Device and Subsystem Failures ..................................................................................... 2-4

Reset to Factory Default ...................................................................................................................... 2-4

Real-Time Clock ................................................................................................................................. 2-4

Placement Options .............................................................................................................................. 2-5

DIN-Rail Mounting ....................................................................................................................... 2-5

Wall Mounting (Optional) .............................................................................................................. 2-6

3. Hardware Connec tio n De scription ..................................................................................................... 3-1

Wiring Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 3-2

Connecting the Power .................................................................................................................. 3-2

Grounding the Unit ...................................................................................................................... 3-2

Connecting to the Console Port ............................................................................................................. 3-3

Connecting to the Network ................................................................................................................... 3-3

Connecting to a Serial Device ............................................................................................................... 3-4

Inserting the SD and SIM Card ............................................................................................................. 3-4

USB Port ............................................................................................................................................ 3-4

Installing the Cellular Module ............................................................................................................... 3-5

A. Regulator y Approv al S ta teme nts ....................................................................................................... A-1

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1. Introduction

The UC-8112-ME-T series computing platform is designe d for embed ded da ta acquisition applications. The
computer comes with two RS- 232/422/485 seri a l 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-8112-ME-T to a varie t y of c omplex communications solutio ns .

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Overview

Model Descriptions

Package Checklist

Product Features

Hardware Specifications

Hardware Block Diagram

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Overview

The UC-8112-ME-T is built around an ARMv7 Cortex-A8 RISC processor that has been optimized for use in
energy monitoring systems, but is widely applicable to a variety of industrial solutions. With flexible interfacing
options, this compact embedded computer is a reliable and secure gateway for data acquisition and data
processing at field sites as well as a useful communication platform for many other large-scale deployments.

Model Descriptions

The UC-8112-ME-T series includes the following models:

• UC-8112-ME-T-LX: RISC-based platform with 1 GHz CPU, 512 MB RAM, Mini PCIe socket for cellular
connectivity, 2 Ethernet ports, 2 serial ports, 4 GB eMMC flash, USB port, SD-card socket, and Debian ARM

• UC-8112-ME-T-LX1: RISC-based platform with 1 GHz CPU, 1 GB RAM, Mini PCIe socket for cellular
connectivity, 2 Ethernet ports, 2 serial ports, 4 GB eMMC flash, USB port, SD-card socket, and Debian ARM

• UC-8112-ME-T-LX-US-LTE: RISC-based platform with 1 GHz CPU, 512 MB RAM, 4 GB eMMC flash, Mini
PCIe socket for cellular connectivity (w ith c e llular module for North America built in), 2 Ethernet ports, 2
serial ports, USB port, and Debian ARM

• UC-8112-ME-T-US-LTE-LX1: RISC-based platform with 1 GHz CPU, 1 GB RAM, 4 GB eMMC flash, Mini
PCIe socket for cellular connectivity (w ith c e llular module for North America built in), 2 Ethernet ports, 2
serial ports, USB port, and Debian ARM

Package Checklist

Before installing the UC-8112-ME-T, verify tha t the packa g e contains the fo llo wing items:

• UC-8112-ME-T embedded computer

• Power ja ck

• Quick installation guide (printed)

• Warranty card

NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.

Product Features

• ARMv7 Cortex-A8 1000 MHz processor

• Dual auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet por ts

• SD socket for storage expansion and OS installation

• Programmable LEDs and a programmable button for easy installation and maintenance

• Mini PCIe socket for cellular module

• -40°C to 70°C wide temperature range with LTE enabled

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Computer

CPU:

USB:

DRAM:

Storage

Storage Expansio n:

• SDHC/SDXC socket for storing OS and storage

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Ethernet Interface

LAN:

Magnetic Isolation Protection:

Serial Interface

Serial Standards:

Console Port:

Serial Communication Para me ters

Data Bits:

Stop Bits:

Parity:

Flow Control:

Baudrate:

Serial Signals

RS

RS

RS

RS

LEDs

System:

LAN:

Programmable:

Switches and Buttons

Push Button:

Physical Characteristics

Housing:

Weight:

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Dimensions:

Mounting:

Environmental Limits

Operating Temperature:

Wide Temp. Models:
Wide Temp. models (with LTE accessory):

Storage Tem perature:

Ambient Relative Humidity:

Anti

500 Hz, 1 hr per axis (without any USB devices

attached)

Anti

Hardware Specifications

ARMv7 Cortex-A8 1000 MHz
USB 2.0 host x 1 (type A connector)

512 MB DDR3 S DRAM

expansion

4 GB eMMC flash with OS pre-installed

2 auto-sensing 10/ 100 Mbps ports (RJ 45)

1.5 kV built-in

2 RS-232/422/485 ports, software-selectable (5-pin terminal block connector)

RS-232 (TxD, RxD, GND), 4-pin pin header output (115200, n, 8, 1)

5, 6, 7, 8
1, 1.5, 2

None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark

XON/XOFF, ADDC® (automatic data direction co ntro l) fo r RS -485

Max. 921600 bps

-232: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, GND

-422: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND

-485-4w: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND

-485-2w: Data+, Data-, GND

Power x 1, USB x 1, S D x 1, and signal strength x 3

10M/100M on connector

Diagnosis x 3

Initially configured to return a diagnos tic report, and to reset the devic e to factor y def aul ts

Metal

UC-8112-ME-T-LX: 530 g (1.18 lb)
UC-8112-ME-T-LX-US: 590 g (1.31 lb)

141 x 119.9 x 36 mm (5.56 x 4.72 x 1. 4 2 in)

DIN rai l, wall mount (optional)

-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)

-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)

-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
5 to 95% (non-condensing)

-Vibration: 2 Grms @ IEC 60068-2-64, random wave, 5-

-Shock: 20 g @ IEC 60068-2-27, half sine wave, 30 ms

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Power Requirements

Input Voltage:

Input Curre nt:

Power Consumption:

Standards and Cer t ifications

Safety:

EMC: EN 55032/24

Green Product:

Reliability

Alert Tools:

Automat ic Reboot Trigger:

Warranty

Warranty Period: 5 years

Details:

12 to 36 VDC (3-pin terminal block, V+, V-, SG)

500 mA @ 12 VDC

6 W (without cellular module and external USB device attached )

UL 60950-1

RoHS, C RoHS, W EEE

External RTC (real-time cloc k )

External WDT (watchdog timer)

See www.moxa.com/warranty

Hardware Block Diagram

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2. Hardware Introduction

The UC-8112-ME-T embedded computers are compact and rugged making them suitable for industrial
applications. The LED indicators help in monitoring performance and troubleshooting issues. The multiple ports
provided on the computer can be used to connect to a variety of devices . The UC-8112-ME-T 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 informa tio n abo ut the embe dde d computer’s hardware and its various
components.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Appearance
LED Indicators
Default Programmable Button Operations

 Diagnosing Device and Subsystem Failures

Reset to Factory Default
Real-Time Clo ck
Placement Options

 DIN-Rail Mounting
 Wall Mounting (Optional)