RACOM RipEX2 User Manual

User manual
RACOM s.r.o. | Mirova 1283 | 592 31 Nove Mesto na Morave | Czech Republic
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RipEX2
Radio modem & Router
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fw 1.2.1.0
07/30/2019 version 1.00

Table of Contents

Important Notice .................................................................................................................................. 5
Quick guide ......................................................................................................................................... 6
List of documentation .......................................................................................................................... 8
1. Product ............................................................................................................................................ 9
1.1. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 9
1.2. Connectors ......................................................................................................................... 12
1.3. Indication LEDs .................................................................................................................. 20
1.4. Ordering codes ................................................................................................................... 22
2. Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 23
2.1. Overview ............................................................................................................................ 30
2.2. Details ................................................................................................................................. 30
3. Step-by-step guide ........................................................................................................................ 31
3.1. Connecting the hardware ................................................................................................... 31
3.2. Powering up your RipEX2 .................................................................................................. 32
3.3. Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC ......................................................................... 33
3.4. Basic setup ......................................................................................................................... 37
3.5. Functional test .................................................................................................................... 37
4. Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 38
4.1. Mounting ............................................................................................................................. 39
4.2. Antenna installation ............................................................................................................ 42
4.3. Antenna feed line ............................................................................................................... 42
4.4. Grounding ........................................................................................................................... 43
4.5. Connectors ......................................................................................................................... 43
4.6. Power supply ...................................................................................................................... 44
5. Advanced Configuration ................................................................................................................ 45
6. CLI Configuration .......................................................................................................................... 46
6.1. CLI Examples ..................................................................................................................... 46
7. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 47
8. Technical parameters .................................................................................................................... 48
8.1. Detailed Radio parameters ................................................................................................. 53
9. Safety, environment, licensing ....................................................................................................... 60
9.1. Frequency .......................................................................................................................... 60
9.2. Safety distance ................................................................................................................... 60
9.3. High temperature ................................................................................................................ 62
9.4. RoHS and WEEE compliance ............................................................................................ 62
9.5. Instructions for Safe Operation of Equipment .................................................................... 65
9.6. Important Notifications ........................................................................................................ 65
9.7. EU restrictions or requirements notice ............................................................................... 66
9.8. EU Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................. 67
9.9. Simplified EU declaration of conformity .............................................................................. 68
9.10. IP Certificate ..................................................................................................................... 70
9.11. Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 72
9.12. RipEX maintenance .......................................................................................................... 73
A. Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................ 74
Index .................................................................................................................................................. 76
B. Revision History ............................................................................................................................ 77
List of Tables
1.1. Pin assignment ........................................................................................................................... 13
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1.2. Ethernet to cable connector connections ................................................................................... 15
1.3. COM pin description ................................................................................................................... 16
1.4. USB A Pinout Cable Assembly .................................................................................................. 17
1.5. Digital Inputs and Outputs .......................................................................................................... 19
1.6. Key to LEDs ............................................................................................................................... 20
8.1. Technical parameters ................................................................................................................. 48
8.2. List of connected cables ............................................................................................................. 52
8.3. 12.5 kHz ..................................................................................................................................... 53
8.4. 25 kHz ........................................................................................................................................ 54
8.5. 50 kHz ........................................................................................................................................ 55
8.6. 100 kHz ...................................................................................................................................... 56
8.7. 150 kHz ...................................................................................................................................... 56
8.8. 200 kHz ...................................................................................................................................... 57
9.1. Minimum Safety Distance 300–400 MHz ................................................................................... 60
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Important Notice

Important Notice
Copyright
© 2019 RACOM. All rights reserved. COM’s Products offered may contain software proprietary to RACOM s. r. o. (further referred to under the ab­breviated name RACOM). The offer of supply of these products and services does not include or infer any transfer of ownership. No part of the documentation or information supplied may be divulged to any third party without the express written consent of RACOM.
Disclaimer
Although every precaution has been taken in preparing this information, RACOM assumes no liability for errors and omissions, or any damages resulting from the use of this information. This document or the equipment may be modified without notice, in the interests of improving the product.
Trademark
All trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners.
Important Notice
• Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be
guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors), or be totally lost. Significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the RipEX2 are used in an appropriate manner within a wellconstructed network. RipEX2 should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. RACOM accepts no liability for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using RipEX2, or for the failure of RipEX2 to transmit or receive such data.
• Under no circumstances is RACOM or any other company or person responsible for incidental, acci-
dental or related damage arising as a result of the use of this product. RACOM does not provide the user with any form of guarantee containing assurance of the suitability and applicability for its applic­ation.
• RACOM products are not developed, designed or tested for use in applications which may directly
affect health and/or life functions of humans or animals, nor to be a component of similarly important systems, and RACOM does not provide any guarantee when company products are used in such applications.
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Antenna Rx
DI / DO USB
Ethernet SPF
Ethernet RJ45
Default / Reset
AUX
COM RS232/485
Antenna Tx / Rx
Indicator LEDs
Sleep Input HW Alarm Input
- GND + HW Alarm Output Supply +10 to +30 V
- GND

Quick guide

Quick guide
RipEX2 is a widely configurable compact radio modem, more precisely a radio IP router. All you have to do to put it into operation is to connect it to an antenna and a power supply and configure it using a PC (tablet, smart phone) and a web browser.
Fig. 1: RipEX2 radio router
RipEX2 access is without default password: you have to set password for “admin” account.
Ethernet
RipEX2 default IP is 192.168.169.169/24, so set a static IP 192.168.169.x/24 on your PC, power on the RipEX2 and wait approximately 48 seconds for the RipEX2 OS to boot. Connect your PC to RipEX2s' ETH interface, start your browser and type https://192.168.169.169 in the address line.
Before attempting to do any configuration, make sure your RipEX2 is the only powered-up unit around. Since all units coming from factory share the same default settings ex-factory, you could be accessing a different unit over the air without being aware of it.
USB/ETH adapter
When accessing over the optional “XA” USB/ETH adapter, your PC will get its IP settings from the built­in DHCP server and you have to type https://10.9.8.7 in your browser. You do not need to worry about other RipEX2'es, you will be connected to the local unit in all cases.
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Quick guide
Wifi adapter
When accessing over the optional “W1” Wifi adapter, connect your PC (tablet, smart phone) to the RipEX2 Wifi AP first. Its default SSID is “RipEX2 + Unit name + S/N”
Your PC will get its IP settings from the built-in DHCP server and you have to type http://10.9.8.7 in your browser. Remaining steps are the same and you do not need to worry about other RipEX2'es, since you will be connected to the local unit in all cases.
SCADA radio network step-by-step
Building a reliable radio network for a SCADA system may not be that simple, even when you use such a versatile and easy-to-operate device as the RipEX2 radio modem. The following step-by-step checklist can help you to keep this process fast and efficient.
1. Design your network to ensure RF signal levels meet system requirements.
2. Calculate and estimate the network throughput and response times when loaded by your application.
3.
Perform a bench-test with 3-5 sets of RipEX2's and SCADA equipment (Chapter 3, Step-by-step guide).
4.
Design the addressing and routing scheme of the network (RipEX App notes1and RipEX App notes-
Address planning2)
5. Preconfigure all RipEX2's (follow the SW manual).
6. Install individual sites
1.
Mount RipEX2 into cabinet (Section 4.1, “Mounting”).
2.
Install antenna (Section 4.2, “Antenna installation”).
3.
Install feed line (Section 4.3, “Antenna feed line”).
4.
Ensure proper grounding (Section 4.4, “Grounding”).
5.
Run cables and plug-in all connectors except from the SCADA equipment (Section 1.2, “Con- nectors”)
6. Apply power supply to RipEX2.
7. Test radio link quality (follow the SW manual).
8. Check routing by the ping tool (follow the SW manual) to verify accessibility of all IP addresses with which the unit will communicate.
9. Connect the SCADA equipment (follow the SW manual).
7. Test your application
1
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ripex/app/index.html
2
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ripex/app/routing.html
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List of documentation

List of documentation
User manuals:
RipEX2 - User manual
User manual RipEX2 - this document
DEMO handbook
1
RipEX test set
RipEX Hot Standby2- User manual
User manual
Datasheets:
RipEX2 - Datasheet
3
Application notes:
RipEX - Application notes
4
○ Bridge mode
○ Flexible protocol
○ Base driven protocol
○ Network planing
○ Migration solution
○ and many others
Contents of the box
Standard RipEX2 package in paper box contents:
• RipEX2 – 1pc
• Removable sticker plate – 1pc
• Power and Control plug connector (counterpart) – 1pc
• DIN set (a pair of DIN rail clips + screws) – 1pc
• SFP port dust cap
1
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ripex/demo/index.html
2
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ray17/index.html
3
http://www.racom.eu/download/hw/ripex/free/eng/ripex-dsA4-en.pdf
4
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ripex/app/index.html
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134,7
185
31,7
62,7
93,7
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92,5
143
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60
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1. Product

RipEX2 is a radio modem platform renowned for overall data throughput in any real-time environment. RipEX2 radio modems are native IP devices, Software Defined with Linux OS that have been designed with attention to detail, performance and quality.
RipEX2 is built into a rugged die-cast aluminium casing that allows for multiple installation possibilities, see Section 4.1, “Mounting”.

1.1. Dimensions

Fig. 1.1: RipEX2 dimensions
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62,7
93,7
125,5
42
92,5
143
185
M4 (4x)
max.depth 8 mm
60
68,3
185
DIN 35 Rail
DIN Rail Clip
68,3
134,7
125,5
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Fig. 1.2: RipEX2 dimensions – bottom
Fig. 1.3: RipEX2 with DIN rail
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153,8
167,1
154,1
142,4
7,7
22,1
31,6
42,7
10,2
17,8
21
32,8
47,3
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Fig. 1.4: RipEX2 dimensions with connectors
For more information see and Section 4.1.2, “Flat mounting”.
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1.2. Connectors

All connectors are located on the front panel. The upper side features an LED panel. The RESET button is located in an opening in the bottom side.
Fig. 1.5: Connectors

1.2.1. Antenna

An antenna can be connected to RipEX2 via TNC female 50Ω connector.
RipEX2 is equipped with two connect­ors. The Tx/Rx connector will be used for common transmitting and receiving single antenna installation (even with different Rx and Tx frequencies).
Both Rx and Tx/Rx connectors for split installation (two antennas or duplex operation with duplexer) - Rx for receiving and Tx/Rx for transmitting.
Warning: RipEX2 radio modem may be damaged when operated without an antenna or a dummy load.
Fig. 1.6: Antenna connectors
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Wire Ports(7)
Retaining Screws(2)
Lead Binding Screws(7)
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1.2.2. Power and Control

This rugged connector connects to a power supply and it contains control signals. A Plug with screw­terminals and retaining screws for power and control connector is supplied with each RipEX2. It is Tyco 7 pin terminal block plug, part No. 1776192-7, contact pitch 3.81 mm. The connector is designed for electric wires with a cross section of 0.5 to 1.5 mm2. Strip the wire leads to 6 mm (1/4 inch). Isolated cables should receive PKC 108 or less end sleeves before they are inserted in the clip. Insert the cables in the wire ports, tightening securely.
Tab. 1.1: Pin assignment
signallabeledpin
SLEEP INPUT Schmitt-triggered inverted input
SI1 • pull below 1.1VDC to activate (1.1VDC/1.9VDC
threshold hysteresis)
• max. 30VDC HW ALARM INPUT
Schmitt-triggered inverted input
AI2 • pull below 1.1VDC to activate (1.1VDC/1.9VDC
threshold hysteresis)
• max. 30VDC
−(GND) – for SLEEP IN, HW ALARM INPUT3 +(POWER) – for HW ALARM OUTPUT+4
AO5
HW ALARM OUTPUT open drain output max. 30 VDC, 1 A
+ POWER (10 to 30 V)
+6
Undervoltage threshold 8.5 VDC Overvoltage threshold 41 VDC
− POWER (GND)7
Pins 3 and 7 are connected internally. Pins 4 and 6 are connected internally.
Fig. 1.7: Supply connector
Fig. 1.8: Power and Control - cable plug
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1 2 3 4 5 6PinNo.: 7
SI AI - + A0
+
-
10– 30VD C
SleepInput
1 2 3 4 5 6PinNo.: 7
SI AI - + A0
+
-
10– 30VD C
AlarmInput
1 2 3 4 5 6PinNo.: 7
SI AI - + A0
+
-
10– 30VD C
AlarmOutput
max.30VDC,1 A
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SLEEP INPUT
SLEEP INPUT is the digital input for activating the Sleep mode. When this pin is grounded (for example when connected to pin
3), the RipEX2 switches into the Sleep mode. Using Power management (Advanced Config.), the Entering the Sleep mode can be delayed by a set time. Disconnecting SLEEP INPUT from GND (-) ends the Sleep mode. Note that RipEX2 takes 48 seconds to wake up from the Sleep mode.
SLEEP INPUT can be also used for the wake-up from the Save state. For details see chapter (Advanced Config., Power manage- ment)
HW ALARM INPUT
HW ALARM INPUT is a digital input. If grounded (e.g. by connect­ing to PIN 3), an external alarm is triggered. This alarm can be used for example to transmit information using SNMP Notification, informing for instance about a power outage or RTU problem. For details about Alarm management see chapter Advanced Configuration.
HW ALARM OUTPUT
HW ALARM OUTPUT is a digital output. It can be activated in Alarm management settings, chapter Advanced Configuration. It may be used for instance to inform the connected RTU about a RipEX2 alarm or about the Unit ready status. If an alarm is triggered, HW ALARM OUTPUT is internally connected to GND. If the external device requires connection to positive terminal of the power supply, PIN 4 should be used.
POWER
The POWER pins labelled + and - serve to connect a power supply 10–30 VDC. The requirements for a power supply are defined in and Chapter 8, Technical parameters [48].
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1.2.3. ETH1 - ETH4

Standard RJ45 connectors for Ethernet connection. RipEX2 has 10/100 BaseT Auto MDI/MDIX interfaces so it can connect to 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet network. The speed can be selected manually or recognized automatically by RipEX2. RipEX2 is provided with Auto MDI/MDIX function which allows it to connect over both standard and cross cables, adapting itself automatically.
Pin assignment
Tab. 1.2: Ethernet to cable connector connections
Crossed cableDirect cableSignalPIN
green – whiteorange – whiteTX+1 greenorangeTX−2 orange – whitegreen – whiteRX+3 blueblue4 blue – whiteblue – white5 orangegreenRx−6 brown – whitebrown – white7 brownbrown8

1.2.4. ETH5 (SFP)

ETH5 is a standard SFP slot for 10/100/1000 Mbps Eth­ernet SFP modules, user exchangeable. Both fibre optic and metallic Ethernet SFP modules are supported. For optical both single and dual mode fibre optics Ethernet modules (= 2 or 1 fibers) can be used. CSFP modules are not supported. RACOM offers all mentioned types of SFP modules, tested to be RipEX2 compatible as a standard accessory.
The SFP status LED is located just next to the slot. It is controlled by SFP module. Its function is specific for each SFP module. The typical behavior is an indication the re­ceived signal from the fibre optic or metallic link to be within operational range.
Important
Fig. 1.9: SFP slot
It is strongly recommended to use a high quality SFP module with industry temperature range. The SFP modules listed in Accessories are thoroughly tested by RACOM and are guaranteed to function with RipEX2 units. It is possible to use any other SFP module, but RACOM cannot guarantee they will be completely compatible with RipEX2 units.
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1.2.5. COM

RipEX2 provides serial interface COM terminated by DSUB9F connectors It can be configured as RS232 or RS485 (more in Adv. Conf., COM).
RipEX2‘s RS232 is a hard-wired DCE (Data Communication Equipment) device. Equipment connected to the RipEX2’s serial port should be DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) and a straight-through cable should be used. If a DCE device is connected to the RipEX2‘s serial port, a null modem adapter or cross cable has to be used.
Tab. 1.3: COM pin description
COM – RS485COM – RS232DSUB9F
In/ OutsignalIn/ Outsignalpin
OutCD1
In/Outline BOutRxD2 In/Outline AInTxD3
InDTR4
GNDGND5
OutDSR6 —InRTS7 —OutCTS8 —9
RipEX2 keeps pin 6 DSR at the level of 1 by RS232 standard permanently.
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1.2.6. USB

RipEX2 uses USB 3.0, Host A interface. USB interface is wired as standard:
Tab. 1.4: USB A Pinout Cable Assembly
wiresignalPin
RedVBUS1
WhiteD-2
GreenD+3
BlackGND4
BlueStdA_SSRX-5
YellowStdA_SSRX+6
GROUNDGND_DRAIN7
PurpleStdA_SSTX-8
OrangeStdA_SSTX+9
Connector ShellShieldShell
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The USB interface is designed for the connection to an – external ETH/USB adapter or a Wifi adapter. They are optional accessories to RipEX2, for more details see Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”. The adapters are used for service access to RipEX2’s web configuration interface.
The USB interface can also be used for an external flash disc connection, which has been specifically designed to simplify complex maintenance tasks, so that these tasks can be performed by unqualified personnel in the field by simple plugging-in an USB stick and waiting until a LED flashes.
The USB connector also provides power supply (5 V/ 0.5 A). It can be used to temporarily power a connected device, for instance a telephone. The USB connector should not be used as permanent source of power supply.
External USB flash disc
An external USB flash disc can be used for firmware upgrade, SW keys upload, configuration backup and restore, ssl certificate and ssh keys upload and tech-support package download. Any common USB stick with several megabytes of free space can be used for these tasks.

1.2.7. AUX

AUX SMA female 50 Ohm connector is used for several purposes according to HW variant.
Standard basic model – the AUX is used as an synchron­ization signal input.
Input frequency range 1Hz (PPS) - 25 MHz
Input signal level >200 mVp-p @ 220R, up to 5V TTL levels
Fig. 1.10: AUX connector SMA
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RipEX2 can be equipped with an internal GPS. The GPS module is used for time synchronization of the NTP server inside RipEX2. See Adv. Conf., Time for more. In this case the AUX connector serves for connecting the GPS antenna:
• active antenna
• 3.3 VDC supply
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1.2.8. DI/DO

Tab. 1.5: Digital Inputs and Outputs
signalPin
Differential digital input - Positive - (P)1
Differential digital input - Negative - (N)2
GND3 Digital Output 14 Digital Output 25
GND6
Digital Input 17 Digital Input 28
• Digital Outputs:
○ Open drain output max. 30 VDC, 0.2A
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• Isolated differential digital input:
○ Input voltage difference (P-N) > 1.9 VDC Logic "H"
○ Input voltage difference (P-N) < 1.1 VDC Logic "L"
○ Maximum differential voltage 30 V
• Digital inputs:
○ Schmitt-triggered inverted input
○ Pull below 1.1 VDC to activate (1.1 VDC/1.9 VDC threshold hysteresis)
○ Max. 30 VDC
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1.2.9. HW button

Fig. 1.11: HW button
HW button is placed on the right side of COM interface.

1.3. Indication LEDs

Fig. 1.12: Indication LEDs
Tab. 1.6: Key to LEDs
Green
SYS
Red
Orange
Flashing regularly - period 500 ms
AUX
FunctionStyleColourLED
System OKPermanently lit Reset button pushedFlashing - period 500ms Reset button to resetOne fast (50ms) flash - pause (500 ms) Reset button factory resetThree fast (50ms) flashes - pause (500ms) Save modeFlashing - period 1 sec Sleep modeFlashing - period 3 sec AlarmPermanently lit Serious system errorFlashing regularly - period 500ms Unit is startingPermanently lit USB attachedThree fast (50ms) flashes - pause (500 ms) Skip go to sleep mode, boot normallyFlashing - period 100 ms Firmware writing in progress
- DO NOT POWER OFF ! ActivityPermanently litGreen AlarmPermanently litRed
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Rx
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FunctionStyleColourLED
Receiver is synchronized to a packetPermanently litGreen
Permanently litYellow
There is a signal stronger than -80 dBm on Radio channel
Tx
COM
Alarm – is “On” when any controlled item in Alarm management, (see Adv. Conf., Alarm man-
agement for more) is in alarm status (out of thresholds) and “SNMP Notification", "HW Alarm Output" or "Detail graphs start” for any line in the Alarm configuration table are checked.
Emergency – Emergency status is an undefined RipEX status either because of a SW or HW problem
when RipEX does not function properly. Maintenance web page is mostly accessible even in Emergency status. If the problem cannot be eliminated after a power cycle, send the unit to RACOM for repair.
Transmitting to radio channelPermanently litRed no functionno functionGreen Data receivingPermanently litGreen Data transmittingPermanently litYellow
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1.4. Ordering codes

RipEX radio modem has been designed to have minimum possible number of hardware variants. Dif­ferent HW models are determined by frequency, internal GPS and separate connectors for RX and TX antennas.
Upgrade of functionality does not result in on-site hardware changes – it is done by activating software feature keys (see chapter RipEX in detail and Adv. Config., Maintenance).
All ordering codes are avaiable on Racom website. See http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/radio-modem-ripex.html#order-codes.
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Accessories

2. Accessories

Whole accessory list is avaiable on Racom website. See http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/radio-modem-ripex.html#accessories.
1. RipEX2 Hot Standby
RipEX2-HS is redundant Hot Standby chassis. There are two Hot Standby standard RipEX2 units inside. In case of a detection of failure, automatic switchover between RipEX2 units sis performed. RipEX2-HS is suitable for Central sites, Repeaters or Important remote sites where no single point of failure is required.
Fig. 2.1: RipEX2-HS
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Fig. 2.2: RipEX2-HS dimensions
For more information see RipEX2-HS datasheet or User manual on www.racom.eu1.
2. RipEX2-RD
1
http://www.racom.eu
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Fig. 2.3: RipEX2-RD
3. RipEX2-RS
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Fig. 2.4: RipEX2-RS
4. ETH/USB adapter
ETH/USB adapter for service access to the web interface via USB connector. Includes a built-in DHCP server which provides up to 5 leases. To access the RipEX always use the fixed IP
10.9.8.7. For details on use see Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”.
5. Wifi adapter
Fig. 2.5: ETH/USB adapter
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Accessories
Wifi adapter for service access to the web inter­face via USB connector. Includes a built-in DH­CP server which provides up to 5 leases. To access the RipEX always use the fixed IP
10.9.8.7. For details on use see Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”.
6. Demo case Fig. 2.6: WiFi adapter
A rugged plastic case for carrying up to three RipEX2's and one M!DGE2 4G SCADA router. It also contains all the accessories needed to perform an on-site signal measurement, complete application bench-test or a functional demonstration of both radiomodems and the 4G router.
Fig. 2.7: Demo case
Content:
• Brackets and cabling for installation of three RipEX2es and one M!DGE2 (units are not part of the delivery)
• 1× power supply Mean Well GST160A24-R7B (100-240 V AC 50-60 Hz/24 V DC)
• 1× Power cable (European Schuko CEE 7/7 to IEC 320 C13)
• 1× Ethernet patch cable (3 m, UTP CAT 5E, 2× RJ-45)
• Quick start guide
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140
61
56,3
L - bracket
DIN Rail Clip
DIN 35 Rail
42,5
31,5
142,5
92,5
122
185
91
24
42
50
M4 (4x)
max. M4x6
Accessories
RipEX2 accessories:
• 3× Dummy load antennas
• 1× L-bracket, 1x Flat-bracket samples
• 1× ETH/USB adapter
• 1× Wifi adapter
M!DGE2 accessories:
• Stick antenna (900–2100 MHz, 2.2 dBi, vertical)
Mechanical properties of case
• Outside dimension: 455 × 365 × 185 mm
• Weight approx. 5,5 kg (excluding the RipEX and M!DGE units) / 10,6 kg (including 3x RipEX units and 1 M!dge unit)
7. L-bracket
Installation L bracket for vertical mounting. For details on use see chapter Mounting and chapter Dimensions.
Fig. 2.9: RipEX2 with L-bracket
8. Flat-bracket
Fig. 2.8: L-bracket
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Installation bracket for flat mounting. For details
218
5
16,5
213
15,2
62,7
27,7
97,7
110,2
125,5
max. M4x8 mm
M3 (4x)
4,3 (2x)
68
8
68
1
2,5
8
on use see chapter Mounting.
Accessories
Fig. 2.10: Flat bracket
Fig. 2.11: RipEX2 with Flat-bracket
9. Dummy load antenna
Dummy load antenna for RipEX2 is used to test the configuration on a desk. It is unsuitable for higher out­put – use transmitting output of
1.0 W only.
Fig. 2.12: Dummy load antenna
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10. Coaxial overvoltage protection
Frequency range 100-512 MHz, connectors N(female) / N(female).
11. Feedline adapter cable
Fig. 2.13: Overvoltage protection
Feedline cable is 50 cm long and is made from the RG58 coaxial cable. There are TNC Male (RipEX2 side) and N Male connectors on the ends. It is intended for use between RipEX2 and cabinet panel.
Fig. 2.14: Feedline adapter cable
12. Others
For other accessories (Power supplies, Antennas, Coaxial overvoltage protection etc.) kindly visit
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/radio-modem-ripex.html#accessories

2.1. Overview

2.2. Details

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Center
24 VDC
Step-by-step guide

3. Step-by-step guide

3.1. Connecting the hardware

Before installing a RipEX2 network in the field, a bench-test should be performed in the lab. The RipEX2 Demo case is great for this as it contains everything necessary: 3 RipEX2’s, Power supply, dummy load antennas, etc.
If you use your own installation for lab tests, don’t forget:
• A dummy load or an actual antenna with 50 ohm impedance should be connected to the RipEX2
• The minimum RF output must be set to avoid overloading the dummy antenna and to keep the received signal at reasonable level, between -40 and -80 dBm.
• The power supplies must meet the requirements given in the specifications. Make sure the power supplies do not generate interference in the radio channel and that they can handle very fast changes in the load when RipEX2 switches from reception to transmission and back.
Bench test connection possibilities:
Fig. 3.1: 1.
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RTU
24 VDC
Config PC
RTU
24 VDC
Step-by-step guide
Fig. 3.2: 2.
Fig. 3.3: 3.

3.2. Powering up your RipEX2

Switch on your power supply. LED PWR flashes quickly and after 8 seconds it switches to a green light. After approximately 30 seconds your RipEX will have booted and will be ready; the STATUS LED shines. You’ll find the description of the individual LED states in Section 1.3, “Indication LEDs”.
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3.3. Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC

https://10.9.8.7 PC DHCP
https://10.9.8.7 PC DHCP
To configure a RipEX2 you can connect it to your PC in three ways:
1. Using the external Wifi adapter
2. Using the external ETH/USB adapter
3. Directly over the Ethernet interface
Step-by-step guide
Fig. 3.4: 1. Connecting to a PC over WiFi
Fig. 3.5: 2. Connecting to a PC over ETH.
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https://192.168.168.169 PC 192.168.169.250
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Fig. 3.6: 3. Connecting to a PC over ETH/USB adapter.
1. PC connected via Wifi adapter
We recommend using the "W1" - external Wifi adapter (an optional accessory of the RipEX2). Connect your PC or tablet or smart phone to RipEX2 Wifi AP first. Its default SSID is “RipEX2 + Unit name + S/N”. The W1 contains a built-in DHCP server, so if you have a DHCP client in your PC (as most users do), you don’t need to set anything up. The RipEX2’s IP address for access over the ETH/USB adapter is fixed: 10.9.8.7.
Go to Login to RipEX.
2. PC connected via ETH/USB adapter
We recommend using the "XA" - external ETH/USB adapter (an optional accessory of the RipEX2). The ETH/USB contains a built-in DHCP server, so if you have a DHCP client in your PC as most users, you don’t need to set anything up. The RipEX2’s IP address for access over the ETH/USB adapter is fixed: 10.9.8.7.
Go to Login to RipEX.
3. PC connected directly to ETH port
Set a static IP address in PC, example for Windows XP:
Start > Settings > Network & Internet >Ethernet > Change adapter options > Ethernet (right click)
> Properties > Protocol IP version 4 (TCP/IPv4) > Properties > Use the following IP address: IP address 192.168.169.169 - for RipEX in the default state Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway leave empty
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OK (Internet Protocol Properties window) OK (Local Area Properties window) Some Operating systems may require you to reboot your PC.
Step-by-step guide
Fig. 3.7: PC address setting
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Important
When you change the RipEX2 ETH address from the default value later on and the new IP network does not include the default one, you will have to change your PC's static IP again to be able to continue configuring the RipEX2.
4. Login to RipEX2
Start a web browser (Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer - JavaScript enabled) on your PC and type the RipEX’s default IP in the address line default IP address in the address line field:
10.9.8.7 – when connected via external ETH/USB or Wifi adapter. IP address 10.9.8.7 is fixed
and cannot be changed; it is independent of the IP address of the RipEX’s Ethernet interface.)
192.168.169.169 – when connected directly to ETH
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Note
https - For security reasons the http protocol with ssl encryption can be used for the com-
munication between the PC and RipEX. The https protocol requires a security certificate. You must install this certificate into your web browser (Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer). The first time you connect to the RipEX, your computer will ask you for authorisation to import the certificate into your computer. The certificate is signed by the certification authority Racom s.r.o. It meets all security regulations and you need not be concerned about importing it into your computer. Confirm the import with all warnings and exceptions that your browser may display during installation.
The login screen appears:
TBD
The default entries for a new RipEX are:
TBD
Warning: Before you start any configuration, make sure only one unit is powered ON. Otherwise, a different radio modem could reply to your requests! (All units share the same IP address and are in Bridge mode when in factory settings.)
5. IP address unknown
If you don’t have the adapter or you have forgotten the password, you can reset the access para­meters to defaults, see Section 1.2.9, “HW button”.

3.4. Basic setup

For the first functionality test we recommend that you use the setup wizard. The wizard will guide you
through basic functionality setup. Simply select Wizard in the web interface and proceed according to
the information on the screen. Repeat for all RipEX’s in the test network.
If you want to test applications which require a more complex setup, see ???. To setup the IP addresses
you can use the examples in Appendix A, Abbreviations [75] as your models, or the RipEX-App. notes,
Address planing1.

3.5. Functional test

To test radio communication between the RipEX’s you can use the Ping test, under Diagnostic/Ping
menu. Setting up and the output of this test are described in chapter Adv. Conf., Tools.
If the radio communication between RipEX’s is functional, you can proceed with a test of communication
between the connected devices.
You can monitor the status of configuration using the diodes on the LED panel, see Appendix A, Ab-
breviations [75].
1
http://www.racom.eu/eng/products/m/ripex/app/routing.html
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4. Installation

Step-by-step checklist
1.
Mount RipEX into cabinet (Section 4.1, “Mounting”).
2.
Install antenna (Section 4.2, “Antenna installation”).
3.
Install feed line (Section 4.3, “Antenna feed line”).
4.
Ensure proper grounding (Section 4.4, “Grounding”).
5.
Run cables and plug-in all connectors except from the SCADA equipment (Section 1.2, “Connectors”).
6. Apply power supply to RipEX2.
7.
Connect configuration PC (Section 3.3, “Connecting RipEX2 to a programming PC”).
8. Configure RipEX2 (follow the SW manual).
9. Test radio link quality (follow the SW manual).
10. Check routing by the ping tool (follow the SW manual) to verify accessibility of all IP addresses with which the unit will communicate.
11. Connect the SCADA equipment
12. Test your application.
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4.1. Mounting

4.1.1. DIN rail mounting

The radio modem RipEX2 is directly mounted using clips to the DIN rail. The mounting can be done lengthwise (recommended) or widthwise; in both cases with the RipEX2 lying flat. The choice is made by mounting the clips, one M4 screw per clip. RipEX2 is delivered with two clips, two screws and four threaded holes. Only use the M4×5 mm screws that are supplied.
Fig. 4.1: Flat lengthwise mounting to DIN rail – recommended
Fig. 4.2: Flat widthwise mounting to DIN rail
When tightening the screw on the clip, leave a 0,5 mm gap between the clip and the washer.
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Fig. 4.3: Clip mounting
For vertical mounting to DIN rail, L-bracket (optional accessory) is used. Only use the M4×5 mm screws that are supplied.
Fig. 4.4: Vertical widthwise mounting to DIN rail
Fig. 4.5: Vertical lengthwise mounting to DIN rail
For more information see Chapter 2, Accessories – L-bracket.
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4.1.2. Flat mounting

For flat mounting directly to the support you must use the Flat bracket (an optional accessory). Only use the M4×5 mm screws that are supplied.
Fig. 4.6: Flat mounting using Flat bracket
Fig. 4.7: Flat mounting using Flat bracket
For more information see Chapter 2, Accessories – Flat-bracket.
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4.1.3. IP52 mounting

To meet IP52 protection requirements RipEX2 unit must be physically installed with the connectors facing downward.

4.2. Antenna installation

The type of antenna best suited for the individual sites of your network depends on the layout of the network and your requirements for signal level at each site. Proper network planning, including field signal measurements, should decide antenna types in the whole network. The plan will also determine what type of mast or pole should be used, where it should be located and where the antenna should be directed to.
The antenna pole or mast should be chosen with respect to antenna dimensions and weight, to ensure adequate stability. Follow the antenna manufacturer’s instructions during installation.
The antenna should never be installed close to potential sources of interference, especially electronic devices like computers or switching power supplies. A typical example of totally wrong placement is mount a whip antenna directly on top of the box containing all the industrial equipment which is supposed to communicate via RipEX2, including all power supplies.
Additional safety recommendations
Only qualified personnel with authorization to work at heights are entitled to install antennas on masts, roofs and walls of buildings. Do not install the antenna in the vicinity of electrical lines. The antenna and brackets should not come into contact with electrical wiring at any time.
The antenna and cables are electrical conductors. During installation electrostatic charges may build up which may lead to injury. During installation or repair work all open metal parts must be temporarily grounded.
The antenna and antenna feed line must be grounded at all times.
Do not mount the antenna in windy or rainy conditions or during a storm, or if the area is covered with snow or ice. Do not touch the antenna, antenna brackets or conductors during a storm.

4.3. Antenna feed line

The antenna feed line should be chosen so that its attenuation does not exceed 3 to 6 dB as a rule of thumb. Use 50 Ω impedance cables only.
The shorter the feed line, the better. If RipEX2 is installed close to antenna, the data cable can be re­placed by an Ethernet cable for other protocols utilizing the serial port, see Advanced Configuration, Terminal server. This arrangement is recommended especially when the feed line would be very long otherwise (more than 15 meters) or the link is expected to operate with low fading margin.
Always follow the installation recommendations provided by the cable manufacturer (bend radius, etc.). Use suitable connectors and install them diligently. Poorly attached connectors increase interference and can cause link instability.
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4.4. Grounding

To minimize the odds of the transceiver and the connected equipment receiving any damage, a safety ground (NEC Class 2 compliant) should be used, which bonds the antenna system, transceiver, power supply, and connected data equipment to a single-point ground, keeping the ground leads short.
The RipEX2 radio modem is generally considered adequately grounded if the supplied flat mounting brackets are used to mount the radio modem to a properly grounded metal surface. If the radio modem is not mounted to a grounded surface, you should attach a safety ground wire to one of the mounting brackets or a screw on the radio modem’s casing.
A lightning protector should be used where the antenna cable enters the building. Connect the protector to the building grounding, if possible. All grounds and cabling must comply with the applicable codes and regulations.

4.5. Connectors

RipEX2 uses standard connectors. Use only standard counterparts to these connectors.
You will find the connectors’ pin-outs in chapter Section 1.2, “Connectors”.
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+10 to +30 V
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4.6. Power supply

We do not recommend switching on the RipEX2’s power supply before connecting the antenna and other devices. Connecting the RTU and other devices to RipEX2 while powered increases the likelihood of damage due to the discharge of difference in electric potentials.
RipEX2 may be powered from any well-filtered 10 to 30 VDC power source. The supply must be capable of providing the required input for the projected RF output. The power supply must be sufficiently stable so that voltage doesn’t drop when switching from receiving to transmission, which takes less than 1.5 ms. To avoid radio channel interference, the power supply must meet all relevant EMC standards. Never install a power supply close to the antenna. Maximal supply cable length is 3 m minus pole of the power supply. Connector is internally connected to the casing of the RipEX2 unit.
Fig. 4.8: 10–30 VDC Supplying
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5. Advanced Configuration

For configuration please follow the SW manual.
Advanced Configuration
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CLI Configuration

6. CLI Configuration

TBD

6.1. CLI Examples

TBD
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7. Troubleshooting

TBD
Troubleshooting
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8. Technical parameters

Tab. 8.1: Technical parameters
Radio parameters
400-470 MHzFrequency bands
6.25 / 12.5 / 25 / 50 / 100 / 150 / 200 kHzChannel spacing ±1.0 ppm, ±0.01 ppm with GPS optionFrequency stability
Modulation
Data speed (up to)
Transmitter
RF Output power (Both Carrier and Modulated)
Receiver
QAM: 256QAM, 64QAM,16DEQAM, D8PSK, π/4DQPSK, DPSK FSK: 4CPFSK, 2CPFSK
>1.4 Mbps@200 kHz, >1.1 Mbps@150kHz, >700kbps@100kHz, > 400 kbps@50 kHz; >200 kbps@25 kHz; >100 kbps@12.5 kHz; >50 kbps@6,25 kHz
[1]
On/Off, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6 Trellis code with Viterbi soft-decoderFEC (Forward Error Correction)
QAM: 0.1- 5.0 W (20 - 37 dBm) in 1dB step FSK: 0.1 - 10 W (20 - 40 dBm) in 1 dB step
[2][3]
[4]
ContinuousDuty cycle < 1.5 ms / 25 kHz channelRx to Tx Time > 40 dB, > 70 dB (with external circulator/isolator)Intermodulation Attenuation < −36 dBmSpurious Emissions (Conducted) < −36 dBmRadiated Spurious Emissions < −60 dBcAdjacent channel power < −60 dBcTransient adjacent channel power
Sensitivity
Anti-aliasing Selectivity
see details
56 kHz @ −3 dB BW applicable for 6.25/12.5/25 kHz
500 kHz @ −3 dB BW applicable for 50/100/150/200 kHz < 1.5 ms / 25 kHz channelTx to Rx Time 20 dBm (100 mW)Maximum Receiver Input Power < −57 dBmRx Spurious Emissions (Conducted) < −57 dBmRadiated Spurious Emissions >-23 dBm @ 1MHz
Blocking or desensitization
>-19 dBm @ 2MHz >-15 dBm @ 5MHz >-13 dBm @ 10MHz
> 70 dBSpurious response rejection
[1]
This is gross data speed in above table. User data speed varies and depends heavily
on the data structure, optimization effectivity, protocol on Radio channel, signal budgets and many other parameters of the network. Practical tests are recommended.
[2]
Output power displayed as average power, Max peak envelope power (PEP) 10 W (40 dBm)
[3]
Modulation dependent (DPSK 5 W … QAM256 2W)
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[4]
For output power 10 W it is recommended to use input power above 11 VDC.
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Electrical
Interfaces
Ethernet
10 to 30 VDC, negative GNDPrimary power 8 W / 13.8 VRx typ. 40 W, max. 55 W @ 40 dBmTx - FSK typ. 33 W, max. 40 W @ 40 dBm PEPTx - QAM
0.01 WSleep mode 5 WSave mode
4×RJ45, 1×SFP10/100 Base-T Auto MDI/MDIX 10/100/1000 Base-T 1000Base-SX / 1000 Base-LX
COM
GPS
DB9FRS232/RS485 SW configurable 300 bps – 1 Mbps
Host AUSB 3.0USB
2×TNC female50 ΩAntenna
RJ452×DI, 2×DO, 1×DDIDI / DO active antenna 3.3 VDC SMA femaleGPS 72-channel u-blox M8 engine GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS
L10F BeiDou B1I, Galileo E1B/C SBAS L1 C/A: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN
LED panel
SYS, AUX, RX, TX, COM5× tri-color status LEDs
Environmental
IP42, IP52IP Code (Ingress Protection) > 900.000 hours (> 100 years)MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure)
−40 to +70 °C (−40 to +158 °F)Operating temperature 5 to 95 % non-condensingOperating humidity
−40 to +85 °C (−40 to +185 °F) / 5 to 95 % non-condensingStorage
Mechanical
SW
User protocols on COM
User protocols on Ethernet
Protocol on Radio channel
Rugged die-cast aluminiumCasing 60 H × 185 W × 125 mm D (2.34× 7.2 × 4.9 in)Dimensions
1.55 kg (3.4 lbs)Weight DIN rail, L-bracket, Flat-bracket, 19" Rack shelfMounting
Bridge / RouterOperating modes Modbus, IEC101, DNP3, PR2000, UNI, Comli, DF1, RP570,
Profibus, … Modbus TCP, IEC104, DNP3 TCP, Comli TCP,
Terminal server… Modbus RTU / Modbus TCP, DNP3 / DNP3 TCPSerial to IP convertors
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YesMulti master applications YesReport by exception YesCollision Avoidance Capability YesRemote to Remote communication
Addressed & acknowledged serial SCADA protocols
Diagnostic and Management
Watched values (Can be broadcast to neighbouring units. Received info displayed in Neighbours table)
Statistics
Graphs)
SNMP
Yes
CRC 32Data integrity control AES256Encryption up to 3× higher throughputOptimization
Yes (ping with RSS, Data Quality, Homogeneity)Radio link testing Device – Ucc, Temp, PWR, VSWR, *HW Alarm Input.
Radio channel – *RSScom, *DQcom, TXLost[%] User interfaces – ETH[Rx/Tx], COM[Rx/Tx] * not broadcast
For Rx/Tx Packets on User interfaces (ETH, COM) and for User data and Radio protocol (Repeats, Lost, ACK etc.) on Radio channel
For Watched values and StatisticsGraphs 20 periods (configurable, e.g. days)History (Statistics, Neighbours,
SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3 Trap / Inform alarms generation as per settings
Monitoring
Standards
Spectrum
EMC (electromagnetic compatibility)
ment
SAR
Real time/Save to file analysis of all physical interfaces (RADIO, ETH, COM) and some internal interfaces between software modules (e.g. Terminal servers, Modbus TCP server etc.)
RED, RoHS, WEEECE pendingFCC, ATEX ETSI EN 302 561 V2.1.1
ETSI EN 300 113 V2.2.1 ETSI EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1
ETSI EN 301 489-5 V2.1.1 IEEE 1613:2009 Class 1 - pendingElectric power substations environ-
EN 62 368-1:2004 + A1:2017Safety EN 50385:2017
EN 50383ed.2:2010 pendingVibration & shock pendingSeismic qualification EN 60529:1993 + A1:2001 + A2:2014IP rating
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Tab. 8.2: List of connected cables
Input, HW Alarm Output)
COM (RS232/485)
ETH (4 ports)
Optical Ethernet
Specified lengthInput / Output
15 m (RS232) or 1.2 km (RS485)
100 m
2 km
Shielded /
Nonshielded
Recommended
cable type
V03VH-H 2×0,5NAs neededDC power supply 10 – 30 V LiYCY 6×0,14SAs neededGPIO (Sleep Input, HW Alarm
CoaxialSAs neededAntenna connection Rx, Rx/Tx LiYCY 4×0,14SAs needed, typically up to
CoaxialSAs neededAUX (used for GPS) STP CAT 5eSAs needed, typically up to
Optical fibreN/AAs needed, typically up to
USB3SMax. 3 mUSB STP CAT 5eSAs neededDI / DO
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8.1. Detailed Radio parameters

Tab. 8.3: 12.5 kHz
12.5 kHz Rx Baudrate 10.42 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
ModulationFECkbps
BER 10
Technical parameters
Co-Channel
Rejection
RatioSensitivity [dBm]Classification
-2
BER 10
-3
BER 10
-6
-7-117-119-1202CPFSK0.753.91
-10-115-118-1202CPFSK1.005.21
-11-114-117-1194CPFSK0.757.81
-6-112-115-1184CPFSK1.0010.42
-6.5-114-118-119DPSK0.757.81
-5-112-117-119DPSK1.0010.42
-9-113-117-118π/4-DQPSK0.7515.62
-10-110-115-117π/4-DQPSK1.0020.83
12.5 kHz
Baudrate 5.21 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
Baudrate 8.68 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
-12-108-113-116D8PSK0.7523.44
-14-103-109-113D8PSK1.0031.25
-16-103-109-11216DEQAM0.7531.25
-18.5-99-106-10916DEQAM1.0041.67
-19-99-106-11064QAM0.7546.88
-22.5-94-101-10564QAM1.0062.50
-22-95-102-105256QAM0.7562.50
-28.5-90-97-100256QAM1.0083.33
OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
7.07K00F1DBN2CPFSK5.21
7.07K00F1DDN4CPFSK10.42
10.010K0G1DBNDPSK8.68
10.010K0G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK17.36
Baudrate 10.42 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
10.010K0G1DEND8PSK26.04
10.010K0G1DEN16DEQAM34.72
10.010K0G1DEN64QAM52.08
10.010K0G1DEN256QAM69.44
11.911K9G1DBNDPSK10.42
11.911K9G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK20.83
11.911K9G1DEND8PSK31.25
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Tab. 8.4: 25 kHz
25 kHz Rx Baudrate 20.83 (ETSI EN 300 113)
ModulationFECkbps
BER 10
-2
BER 10
11.911K9G1DEN16DEQAM41.67
11.911K9G1DEN64QAM62.50
11.911K9G1DEN256QAM83.33
Co-Channel
Rejection
RatioSensitivity [dBm]Classification
-3
BER 10
-6
-6-115-117-1182CPFSK0.757.81
-7-113-116-1182CPFSK1.0010.42
-10-112-115-1174CPFSK0.7515.63
-6-109-113-1154CPFSK1.0020.83
-6-112-116-117DPSK0.7515.62
-6-110-115-117DPSK1.0020.83
25 kHz
Baudrate 10.42 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
Baudrate 13.89 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113)
-9-111-115-116π/4-DQPSK0.7531.25
-10-108-113-115π/4-DQPSK1.0041.66
-12-106-111-113D8PSK0.7546.87
-14.5-101-107-110D8PSK1.0062.49
-16-101-107-11016DEQAM0.7562.49
-18.5-98-105-10816DEQAM1.0083.32
-19-97-104-10864QAM0.7593.75
-22.5-92-99-10464QAM1.00125.00
-22-93-100-103256QAM0.75125.00
-28.5-88-95-98256QAM1.00166.67
OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
13.813K8F1DBN2CPFSK10.42
13.813K80F1DDN4CPFSK20.83
Baudrate 17.36 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 113, ETSI EN 302 561)
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15.915K9G1DBNDPSK13.89
15.915K9G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK27.78
15.915K9G1DEND8PSK41.67
15.915K9G1DEN16DEQAM55.56
15.915K9G1DEN64QAM83.33
15.915K9G1DEN256QAM111.11
19.819K8G1DBNDPSK17.36
Tab. 8.5: 50 kHz
Technical parameters
19.819K8G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK34.72
19.819K8G1DEND8PSK52.08
19.819K8G1DEN16DEQAM69.44
19.819K8G1DEN64QAM104.17
19.819K8G1DEN256QAM138.89
Baudrate 20.83 kBaud (ETSI EN 302 561)
24.024K0G1DBNDPSK20.83
24.024K0G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK41.67
24.024K0G1DEND8PSK62.50
24.024K0G1DEN16DEQAM83.33
24.024K0G1DEN64QAM125.00
24.024K0G1DEN256QAM166.67
50 kHz Rx Baudrate 41.67 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 561)
[kbps]
Sensitivity [dBm]Classification
Co-Channel
Rejection
ModulationFECBitrate
BER 10
-2
BER 10
-3
-6
[dB]BER 10
-7-109-113-114DPSK0.7531.25
-7-107-112-114DPSK1.0041.67
-10-108-112-113π/4-DQPSK0.7562.50
-11-105-110-112π/4-DQPSK1.0083.33
-13-103-108-110D8PSK0.7593.75
-15-98-104-107D8PSK1.00125.00
-17-98-104-10716DEQAM0.75125.00
-19-95-102-10516DEQAM1.00166.67
-20-94-101-10564QAM0.75187.50
-23-89-96-10164QAM1.00250.00
-23-90-97-100256QAM0.75250.00
-31-85-92-95256QAM1.00333.33
50 kHz
Baudrate 34.72 kBaud (ETSI EN 302 561)
OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
40.040K0G1DBNDPSK34.72
40.040K0G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK69.44
40.040K0G1DEND8PSK104.17
40.040K0G1DEN16DEQAM138.89
40.040K0G1DEN64QAM208.33
40.040K0G1DEN256QAM277.78
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Tab. 8.6: 100 kHz
Baudrate 41.67 (ETSI EN 302 561)
45.045K0G1DBNDPSK41.67
45.045K0G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK83.33
45.045K0G1DEND8PSK125.00
45.045K0G1DEN16DEQAM166.67
45.045K0G1DEN64QAM250.00
45.045K0G1DEN256QAM333.33
100 kHz Rx Baudrate 69.44 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 561)
[kbps]
Sensitivity [dBm]Classification
Co-Channel
Rejection
ModulationFECBitrate
BER 10
-2
BER 10
-3
-6
[dB]BER 10
-7-106-110-112DPSK0.7552.08
-7-104-109-111DPSK1.0069.44
-10-105-109-111π/4-DQPSK0.75104.17
-11-102-108-110π/4-DQPSK1.00138.89
-13-100-105-108D8PSK0.75156.25
-15-95-101-105D8PSK1.00208.33
-17-95-101-10416DEQAM0.75208.33
-19-92-99-10216DEQAM1.00277.78
-20-91-98-10264QAM0,75312.50
-23-86-93-9864QAM1.00416.66
-23-86-94-98256QAM0,75416.66
-31-83-89-93256QAM1.00555.55
100 kHz
Tab. 8.7: 150 kHz
Baudrate 69.44 kBaud (ETSI EN 302 561)
150 kHz Rx Baudrate 115.74 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 561)
Sensitivity [dBm]Classification
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OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
80.080K0G1DBNDPSK69.44
80.080K0G1DDNπ/4-DQPSK138.89
80.080K0G1DEND8PSK208.33
80.080K0G1DEN16DEQAM277.78
80.080K0G1DEN64QAM416.66
80.080K0G1DEN256QAM555.55
Co-Channel
Rejection
Technical parameters
[kbps]
ModulationFECBitrate
BER 10
-2
BER 10
-3
-6
[dB]BER 10
-7-104-108-110DPSK0.7586.71
-7-102-107-109DPSK1.00115.74
-10-103-107-109π/4-DQPSK0.75173.61
-11-100-106-108π/4-DQPSK1.00231.48
-13-98-103-106D8PSK0.75260.42
-15-93-99-103D8PSK1.00347.22
-17-93-99-10216DEQAM0.75347.22
-19-90-97-10016DEQAM1.00462.96
-20-89-96-10064QAM0,75520.83
-23-84-91-9664QAM1.00694.45
-23-84-92-96256QAM0,75694.45
-31-81-87-91256QAM1.00925.93
150 kHz
OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
Tab. 8.8: 200 kHz
[kbps]
Baudrate 115.74 kBaud (ETSI EN 302 561)
200 kHz Rx Baudrate 138.89 kBaud (ETSI EN 300 561)
Sensitivity [dBm]Classification
ModulationFECBitrate
BER 10
-2
BER 10
-3
125.0125KG1DBNDPSK115.74
125.0125KG1DDNπ/4-DQPSK231.48
125.0125KG1DEND8PSK347.22
125.0125KG1DEN16DEQAM462.96
125.0125KG1DEN64QAM694.45
125.0125KG1DEN256QAM925.93
-6
Co-Channel
Rejection
[dB]BER 10
-7-103-107-109DPSK0.75104.17
-7-101-106-108DPSK1.00138.89
-10-102-106-108π/4-DQPSK0.75208.33
-11-99-105-107π/4-DQPSK1.00277.78
-13-97-102-105D8PSK0.75312.50
-15-92-98-102D8PSK1.00416.67
-17-92-98-10116DEQAM0.75416.67
-19-89-96-9916DEQAM1.00555.55
-20-88-95-9964QAM0,75625.00
-23-83-90-9564QAM1.00833.33
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-23-83-91-95256QAM0,75833.33
-31-80-86-90256QAM1.001111.11
200 kHz
OBW [kHz]Emmision codeModulationBitrate [kbps]
Baudrate 138.89 kBaud (ETSI EN 302 561)
150.0150KG1DBNDPSK138.89
150.0150KG1DDNπ/4-DQPSK277.78
150.0150KG1DEND8PSK416.67
150.0150KG1DEN16DEQAM555.56
150.0150KG1DEN64QAM833.33
150.0150KG1DEN256QAM111.11
Tab. 8.9 Recommended MSE thresholds
Mean MSEFECModulation FEC
[dB][-]
For CPFSK dividing by 216was used
-100.752CPFSK
-111.002CPFSK
-120.754CPFSK
-151.004CPFSK
-100.75DPSK
-111.00DPSK
-120.75π/4-DQPSK
-141.00π/4-DQPSK
-170.758DPSK
-201.008DPSK
-190.7516DEQAM
-221.0016DEQAM
-240.7564QAM
-271.0064QAM
-300.75256QAM
-331.00256QAM
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Fig. 8.1: MSE recommended tresholds
Tab. 8.10 Maximal power for individual modulations
Average Power (RMS)PEP [dBm]Modulation
40 dBm40 dBm2CPFSK 40 dBm40 dBm4CPFSK 37 dBm40 dBmDPSK 37 dBm40 dBmπ/4DQPSK 36 dBm40 dBmD8PSK 35 dBm40 dBm16DEQAM 34 dBm40 dBm64QAM 33 dBm40 dBm256QAM
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9. Safety, environment, licensing

9.1. Frequency

The radio modem must be operated only in accordance with the valid frequency license issued by na­tional frequency authority and all radio parameters have to be set exactly as listed.
Important
Use of frequencies between 406.0 and 406.1 MHz is worldwide-allocated only for International Satellite Search and Rescue System. These frequencies are used for distress beacons and are incessantly monitored by the ground and satellite Cospas-Sarsat system. Other use of these frequencies is forbidden.

9.2. Safety distance

Safety distances with respect to the health limits of the electromagnetic field intensity are in Minimum Safety Distance tables below, calculated for different antennas and RipEX2 power levels. The distances were calculated according to EN 50 385 and EN 50 383 and apply to the far-field region only. Whenever the result is comparable or smaller than the actual size of the respective antenna, the field intensity is even smaller than the far-field based calculation and the safety limit is never exceeded. For the output power 0.2 W or lower the safety limit is not exceeded at any distance and any of the antennas.
The minimal safe distance is typically ensured by the antenna position on a mast. When special install­ation is required, the conditions of the standard EN 50385: 2002 have to be met. The distance between the persons and antenna shown in the table below comply with all applicable standards for human exposure of general public to RF electromagnetic fields.
Tab. 9.1: Minimum Safety Distance 300–400 MHz
400 MHz/70 cm band – 10 W RF power
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
Antenna
code
Antenna
code
Antenna description
400 MHz/70 cm band – 5 W RF power
Antenna description
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[–]
Gain G
[–]
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
601302.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
801805.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
801805.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
902007.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
14031017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
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Antenna
code
400 MHz/70 cm band – 5 W RF power
400 MHz/70 cm band – 4 W RF power
Antenna description
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[–]
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40902.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
601305.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
601305.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
701407.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
10022017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
35802.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
501105.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
501105.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
601307.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
Antenna
code
Antenna
code
400 MHz/70 cm band – 3 W RF power
Antenna description
400 MHz/70 cm band – 2 W RF power
Antenna description
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[–]
Gain G
[–]
9020017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
30702.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
451005.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
451005.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
501107.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
8017017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
25602.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
Antenna
code
400 MHz/70 cm band – 1 W RF power
Antenna description
Gain G
[dBi]
35805.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
35805.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
40907.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
7014017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
Dist. where the FCC limits are met forGain G
[–]
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400 MHz/70 cm band – 1 W RF power
Antenna
code
400 MHz/70 cm band – 0.5 W RF power
Antenna description
Gain G
[dBi]
Gain G
[–]
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
Dist. where the FCC limits are met for
General Population
/ Uncontrolled Ex-
posure [cm]
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
20402.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
25605.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
25605.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
30707.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5
5010017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
General Population / Controlled Expos-
ure [cm]
15302.94.6single dipoleOV380.1
20405.87.6stacked double dipoleOV380.2
20405.87.63 element directional YagiSA380.3
20457.48.75 element directional YagiSA380.5

9.3. High temperature

If the RipEX2 is operated in an environment where the ambient temperature exceeds 55 °C, the RipEX2 must be installed within a restricted access location to prevent human contact with the enclosure heatsink.

9.4. RoHS and WEEE compliance

This product is fully compliant with the European Parlament's 2011/65/EU RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and 2012/19/EU WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives.
307017.812.59 element directional YagiSA380.9
Used equipment must be collected separately, and disposed of properly. Racom has instigated a programme to manage the reuse, recycling, and recovery of waste in an environmentally safe manner using processes that comply with the WEEE Directive.
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Battery Disposal - This product may contain a battery. Batteries must be disposed of properly, and may not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste within the European Union. See the product document­ation for specific battery information. Batteries are marked with a symbol, which may include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point.
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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ver. 1.0
Equipment RipEX,
RAy2, M!DGE, MRxxx, MDxxx
Manufacturer RACOM s.r.o.
Mirova 1283, 592 31 Nove Mesto na Morave, Czech Republic
RipEX2
RAy3
M!DGE2
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
The equipment described above is in conformity with the Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS), as amended by Directive (EU) 2015/863, and Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
RoHS Applicable Exemption: 7(b)
Compliance has been verified via internal design controls, supplier declarations and/or analytical test data.
Signed for and on behalf of the manufacturer:
th
Nove Mesto na Morave, 11 July 2019 Jiri Hruska, CEO
www.racom.eu
RACOM s.r.o. | Mirova 1283 | 592 31 Nove Mesto na Morave | Czech Republic
Tel.: +420 722 937 522 | E -mail: racom@racom.eu
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Fig. 9.1: EU Declaration of Conformity RoHS, WEEE
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9.5. Instructions for Safe Operation of Equipment

Please read these safety instructions carefully before using the product:
• The radio equipment can only be operated on frequencies stipulated by the body authorized by the radio operation administration in the respective country and cannot exceed the maximum permitted output power. RACOM is not responsible for products used in an unauthorized way.
• Equipment mentioned in this User manual may only be used in accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Error-free and safe operation of this equipment is only guaranteed if this equipment is transported, stored, operated and controlled in the proper manner. The same applies to equipment maintenance.
• In order to prevent damage to the radio modem and other terminal equipment the supply must always be disconnected upon connecting or disconnecting the cable to the radio modem data interface. It is necessary to ensure that connected equipment has been grounded to the same potential.
• Only undermentioned manufacturer is entitled to repair any devices.

9.6. Important Notifications

Sole owner of all rights to this User manual is the company RACOM s. r. o. (in this manual referred to under the abbreviated name RACOM). All rights reserved. Drawing written, printed or reproduced copies of this manual or records on various media or translation of any part of this manual to foreign languages (without written consent of the rights owner) is prohibited.
RACOM reserves the right to make changes in the technical specification or in this product function or to terminate production of this product or to terminate its service support without previous written noti­fication of customers.
Conditions of use of this product software abide by the license mentioned below. The program spread by this license has been freed with the purpose to be useful, but without any specific guarantee. The author or another company or person is not responsible for secondary, accidental or related damages resulting from application of this product under any circumstances.
The maker does not provide the user with any kind of guarantee containing assurance of suitability and usability for his application. Products are not developed, designed nor tested for utilization in devices directly affecting health and life functions of persons and animals, nor as a part of another im­portant device, and no guarantees apply if the company product has been used in these aforementioned devices.
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RACOM Open Software License
Version 1.0, November 2009 Copyright (c) 2001, RACOM s.r.o., Mírová 1283, Nové Město na Moravě, 592 31
Everyone can copy and spread word-for-word copies of this license, but any change is not permitted.
The program (binary version) is available for free on the contacts listed on http://www.racom.eu. This product contains open source or another software originating from third parties subject to GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Library / Lesser General Public License (LGPL) and / or further author li­censes, declarations of responsibility exclusion and notifications. Exact terms of GPL, LGPL and some further licenses is mentioned in source code packets (typically the files COPYING or LICENSE). You can obtain applicable machine-readable copies of source code of this software under GPL or LGPL li­censes on contacts listed on http://www.racom.eu. This product also includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors.

9.7. EU restrictions or requirements notice

There are restrictions on putting into service or any requirements for authorisation of use within the EU countries listed bellow.
Fig. 9.2: EU restrictions or requirements
The RipEX radio modem predominantly operates within frequency bands that require a site license be issued by the radio regulatory authority with jurisdiction over the territory in which the equipment is being operated.
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9.8. EU Declaration of Conformity

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ver. 1.0
www.racom.eu
RACOM s.r.o. | Mirova 1283 | 592 31 Nove Mesto na Morave | Czech Republic
Radio equipment type Radio modem
RipEX2-4
Manufacturer RACOM s.r.o.
Mirova 1283, 592 31 Nove Mesto na Morave, Czech Republic
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
The radio equipment described above is in conformity with the Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Harmonised standards used for demonstration of conformity:
Spectrum EN 302 561 V2.1.1
EN 300 113 V2.2.1
EMC EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1
EN 301 489-4 V2.2.1 Safety EN 62368-1:2014 + A11:2017 SAR EN 50385:2017
EN 50383ed.2:2010
Radio SW version
1.0.0
Tel.: +420 722 937 522 | E -mail: racom@racom.eu
Signed for and on behalf of the manufacturer:
nd
Nove Mesto na Morave, 22 of May 2019 Jiri Hruska, CEO
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Fig. 9.3: RED EU Declaration of Conformity
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9.9. Simplified EU declaration of conformity

BG С настоящото RACOM s.r.o. декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение RipEX2 е в съответствие с Директива 2014/53/ЕС.
ES Por la presente, RACOM s.r.o. declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico RipEX2 es conforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE.
CS Tímto RACOM s.r.o. prohlašuje, že typ rádiového zařízení RipEX2 je v souladu se směrnicí 2014/53/EU.
DA Hermed erklærer RACOM s.r.o., at radioudstyrstypen RipEX2 er i overensstemmelse med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
DE Hiermit erklärt RACOM s.r.o., dass der Funkanlagentyp RipEX2 der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU entspricht.
ET Käesolevaga deklareerib RACOM s.r.o., et käesolev raadioseadme tüüp RipEX2 vastab direktiivi 2014/53/EL nõuetele.
EL Με την παρούσα ο/η RACOM s.r.o., δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός RipEX2 πληροί την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ.
EN Hereby, RACOM s.r.o. declares that the radio equipment type RipEX2 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
FR Le soussigné, RACOM s.r.o., déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type RipEX2 est conforme à la directive 2014/53/UE.
HR RACOM s.r.o. ovime izjavljuje da je radijska oprema tipa RipEX2 u skladu s Direktivom 2014/53/EU.
IT Il fabbricante, RACOM s.r.o., dichiara che il tipo di apparecchiatura radio RipEX2 è conforme alla direttiva 2014/53/UE.
LV Ar šo RACOM s.r.o. deklarē, ka radioiekārta RipEX2 atbilst Direktīvai 2014/53/ES.
LT Aš, RACOM s.r.o., patvirtinu, kad radijo įrenginių tipas RipEX2 atitinka Direktyvą 2014/53/ES.
HU RACOM s.r.o. igazolja, hogy a RipEX2 típusú rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU irányelvnek.
MT B'dan, RACOM s.r.o., niddikjara li dan it-tip ta' tagħmir tar-radju RipEX2 huwa konformi mad-Direttiva 2014/53/UE.
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NL Hierbij verklaar ik, RACOM s.r.o., dat het type radioapparatuur RipEX2 conform is met Richtlijn 2014/53/EU.
PL RACOM s.r.o. niniejszym oświadcza, że typ urządzenia radiowego RipEX2 jest zgodny z dyrektywą 2014/53/UE.
PT O(a) abaixo assinado(a) RACOM s.r.o. declara que o presente tipo de equipamento de rádio RipEX2 está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE.
RO Prin prezenta, RACOM s.r.o. declară că tipul de echipamente radio RipEX2 este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE.
SK RACOM s.r.o. týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu RipEX2 je v súlade so smernicou 2014/53/EÚ.
SL RACOM s.r.o. potrjuje, da je tip radijske opreme RipEX2 skladen z Direktivo 2014/53/EU.
FI RACOM s.r.o. vakuuttaa, että radiolaitetyyppi RipEX2 on direktiivin 2014/53/EU mukainen.
SV Härmed försäkrar RACOM s.r.o. att denna typ av radioutrustning RipEX2 överensstämmer med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
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9.10. IP Certificate

Fig. 9.4: IP42 Certificate
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Fig. 9.5: IP52 Certificate
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9.11. Warranty

RACOM-supplied parts or equipment ("equipment") is covered by warranty for inherently faulty parts and workmanship for a warranty period as stated in the delivery documentation from the date of dispatch to the customer. The warranty does not cover custom modifications to software. During the warranty period RACOM shall, on its option, fit, repair or replace ("service") faulty equipment, always provided that malfunction has occurred during normal use, not due to improper use, whether deliberate or acci­dental, such as attempted repair or modification by any unauthorised person; nor due to the action of abnormal or extreme environmental conditions such as overvoltage, liquid immersion or lightning strike.
Any equipment subject to repair under warranty must be returned by prepaid freight to RACOM direct. The serviced equipment shall be returned by RACOM to the customer by prepaid freight. If circumstances do not permit the equipment to be returned to RACOM, then the customer is liable and agrees to reim­burse RACOM for expenses incurred by RACOM during servicing the equipment on site. When equipment does not qualify for servicing under warranty, RACOM shall charge the customer and be reimbursed for costs incurred for parts and labour at prevailing rates.
This warranty agreement represents the full extent of the warranty cover provided by RACOM to the customer, as an agreement freely entered into by both parties.
RACOM warrants the equipment to function as described, without guaranteeing it as befitting customer intent or purpose. Under no circumstances shall RACOM's liability extend beyond the above, nor shall RACOM, its principals, servants or agents be liable for any consequential loss or damage caused directly or indirectly through the use, misuse, function or malfunction of the equipment, always subject to such statutory protection as may explicitly and unavoidably apply hereto.
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9.12. RipEX maintenance

Visual check – Antenna:
Draining hole on dipole must be downward pointing There should be no damaged elements on the antenna Angle of elevation of antenna Azimuth (angle of horizontal deviation) in accordance with design
Visual check – Coaxial Cable:
Mechanical damage Solar degradation Entire cable correctly mounted to surface Connectors tightened to function optimally Self-vulcanizing tape used for all connections requiring insulation PSV & RF measurements
Visual check – Cabinet:
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NotePeriodAction
Quarterly
Annually
Mechanical damage Damage resulting in lower categorization for cabinet coverage Bushings for running cables
Visual check – Electricity Supply:
Insulation damage Connection to terminals
Visual check – Accumulator:
Capacity in accordance with customer requirements Condition of the accumulator
Functionality check – power source:
Overcharging Accumulator damage
Annually
Annually
Annually
Annually
AnnuallyFull utilization of provided protective coverings AnnuallyRemove any items which are not part of the installation
AnnuallyFix and secure makeshift installations correctly As requiredCheck grounding connections As requiredCheck lightning arrester : connectors must be tightened
AnnuallyCheck data connectors connected including securing screws
Evaluate the RSS and DQ values as a preventive measure against
the failure of the connection. RSS and DQ values be similar to those at time of comissioning.
Check that firmware is latest stable version – upgrading FW
recommended when new features required
If you are unsure on any of the above please contact RACOM technical support.
Monthly
MonthlyCheck activity logs to detect abnormalities in data transmissions MonthlyCheck if internal temperature alarm has been triggered
As required
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Abbreviations

Appendix A. Abbreviations

MDIX Medium dependent interface crossoverACK Acknowledgement
AES Advanced Encryption Standard MIB Management Information Base
NMS Network Management SystemBER Bit Error Rate
CLI Command Line Interface N.C. Normally Closed
N.O. Normally OpenCRC Cyclic Redundancy Check
CTS Clear To Send NTP Network Time Protocol
MRU Maximum Reception UnitdBc decibel relative to the carrier
dBi decibel relative to the isotropic MTU Maximum Transmission Unit
OS Operation SystemdBm decibel relative to the milliwat
DCE Data Communication Equipment PC Personal Computer
PER Packet Error RateDHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS Domain Name Server PWR Power
RF Radio FrequencyDQ Data Quality
DTE Data Terminal Equipment RoHS Restriction of the use of Hazardeous
Substances
EMC Electro-Magnetic Compatibility
RPT Repeater
FCC Federal Communications Commission
RSS Received Signal Strength
FEC Forward Error Correction
RTS Request To Send
FEP Front End Processor
RTU Remote Terminal Unit
GPL General Public License
RX Receiver
https Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
SCADA Supervisory control and data acquisition
IP Internet Protocol
SDR Software Defined Radio
kbps kilobit per second
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
LAN Local Area Network
LOS Line-of-sight
MAC Media Access Control
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TCP Transmission Control Protocol
TS5 Terminal server 5
TX Transmitter
UDP User Datagram Protocol
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Pomocná id, nutno umístit na správná místa.
sw-keys
conf-ex
dq-value
Abbreviations
login to RipEX
h menu
leds
dq-value
accessories1
dimensions
mounting
"def-access"
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Index

licensing, 60
A
accessories, 23 alarm
in/out, 14
antenna, 12
dummy load, 29, 31 mounting, 42 overvoltage, 30 separated, 22
AUX, 17
B
basic setup, 37 bench test, 31 box content, 8
C
configuration
CLI, 46 connect PC, 33 connecting HW, 31 connectors, 12 Copyright, 5
D
default
parameters, 6, 33
setting, 20 demo case, 27 dimensions, 9
M
model offerings, 22 mounting
bracket, 28, 40 DIN rail, 39 IP52, 42
O
ordering code, 22 output hw, 14
P
part number, 22 product
code, 22 conformity
CE, 67 EU, 68 IP51, 70
Q
quick guide, 6
R
radio
parameters, 53 reset, 20 RipEX Hot Standby, 23 RipEX2 RD, 24 RipEX2-RS, 25 RoHS and WEEE, 62
E
environment, 60
F
feedline cable, 30
G
GNU licence, 65 GPS, 22 grounding, 43
I
important notifications, 65 input hw, 14 installation, 38
L
LED, 20
S
safety, 60
distance, 60 sensitivity, 52 sleep, 13, 50 supply
connection, 13, 15, 44
consumption, 50
T
technical parameters, 48 troubleshooting, 47
U
USB adapter, 26
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Revision History

Appendix B. Revision History

Revision This manual was prepared to cover a specific version of firmware code. Accordingly, some screens and features may differ from the actual unit you are working with. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication, product improvements may also result in minor differences between the manual and the product shipped to you.
2018-11-11Revision 0.90
First issue
2019-07-30Revision 1.00
Chapter Technical parameters updated.
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