Overview
Part of the DimOnOff® Powerline product line, the MOD-ETH Powerline-Ethernet Modem is ideal for enabling Remote Monitoring & Control, Scheduling, Diagnostic and Automation of remote sites, communicating with a central host computer through an Ethernet network.
No PC is necessary at the remote site; only an Ethernet connection at both remote and central host site, and a Server-PC at the central host site.
The MOD-ETH Powerline Modem is a device designed to enable communication of Powerline data between 120 to 347VAC power lines, and an Ethernet network. An analog front end performs the signal conditioning and couples the modulated signals with the power lines. The modem is powered by a built-in power supply (120-347VAC).
The MOD-ETH Powerline Modem, properly configured with an IP address, will communicate with its host PC as a virtual COM Port (Hostname IP + TCP Port), enabling the DimOnOff® Software platform to monitor activity on remote-site powerline, as well as controlling various powerline modules on the remote-site powerline network, as they are now communicating on a same extended network.
Features
- Communicates on 120-347 VAC power lines, and should be used with Phase Couplers-Repeaters and Voltage couplers when other voltages are to be used within a powerline communication network
- LED indicators for Power, CPU, CFG and Tx/Rx
- Reliable powerline communication in high attenuation (0.5Ω min.) and noisy electrical environments
- Ethernet Network compatible
- Includes protection against disturbances on the power line
Overview
Part of the DimOnOff® Powerline product line, the MOD-ETH Powerline-Ethernet Modem is ideal for enabling Remote Monitoring & Control, Scheduling, Diagnostic and Automation of remote sites, communicating with a central host computer through an Ethernet network.
No PC is necessary at the remote site; only an Ethernet connection at both remote and central host site, and a Server-PC at the central host site.
The MOD-ETH Powerline Modem is a device designed to enable communication of Powerline data between 120 to 347VAC power lines, and an Ethernet network. An analog front end performs the signal conditioning and couples the modulated signals with the power lines. The modem is powered by a built-in power supply (120-347VAC).
The MOD-ETH Powerline Modem, properly configured with an IP address, will communicate with its host PC as a virtual COM Port (Hostname IP + TCP Port), enabling the DimOnOff® Software platform to monitor activity on remote-site powerline, as well as controlling various powerline modules on the remote-site powerline network, as they are now communicating on a same extended network.
Features
- Communicates on 120-347 VAC power lines, and should be used with Phase Couplers-Repeaters and Voltage couplers when other voltages are to be used within a powerline communication network
- LED indicators for Power, CPU, CFG and Tx/Rx
- Reliable powerline communication in high attenuation (0.5Ω min.) and noisy electrical environments
- Ethernet Network compatible
- Includes protection against disturbances on the power line
APPLICATION EXAMPLES
- Lighting control and Scheduling
- Building automation
- Remote diagnostic
- Energy management
- Automatic meter reading
SPECIFICATIONS
- Supply voltage: 120 to 347 VAC -1phase, 60Hz
- Central carrier frequency: 262kHz
- Output signal level: max. 15Vp-p into 50Ω load
- Ambient operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
OPTIONAL
- Wi-Fi antenna
DIMENSIONS
- Length : 6" 5/8 - 17 cm
- Width: 4" ¼ - 10.5 cm
- Height: 2" ¼ - 5.5 cm
Also available in a 12in x 12in x4in cabinet mount, model number CAB-ETH-VVV (VVV = line voltage)
CAUTIONS AND NOTES
These devices are intended for installation in accordance with your local electric code and regulations. It is recommended that a qualified electrician performs this installation.
DimOnOff® Configuration, Control & Monitoring software is required to communicate with the modem and is sold separately.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Typically, when the Powerline-Ethernet modem is installed at voltages higher than 120V, it will be pre-installed at the factory in a standard electrical cabinet
- Otherwise:
- Connect the MOD-ETH to a PC or a Router, using a CAT-5 cable
- If the connection is done directly to the Ethernet card of the PC, use an Ethernet "cross-over" cable
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Plug the MOD-ETH plug connector to a 120VAC, 60Hz outlet.
- Avoid filtered power bars
- Keep more than 15ft apart from switching power supplies
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