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2.2 Electronic board
The electronic board component specifications are listed in this section.
DANGER – Serious damage to health / risk to life. Explosion Hazard: Do not connect or
disconnect connectors or their terminations while energized unless the area is known to be non-
hazardous.
For general specifications, refer to the Data sheet listed under Additional
.
2.2.1 Communication ports
Communication ports provide communication between the XIO and host systems or external devices.
Factory preconfigured ports support typical communication scenarios. The ports support several available
communication protocols.
Ports configured for local communication (direct connection) support either local access from a host
system, or connection to external devices or peripherals including:
– Measurement transmitters
– Additional automation or control equipment
– Flow computers
– Analyzers
The XIO has several communication ports. Figure 2-5 illustrates the ports and communication expansion
interfaces.
Figure 2-5: Communication ports
Legend: Communication ports (data speed and use)
name
type
(port speed)
/Bluetooth
Antenna
54 Mbps over Wi-Fi maximum
Local communication with Wi-Fi
Access Point or Client and
Bluetooth