Introduction
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Hardware Options
Line, RS232 and RS485 Communication Interfaces
A variety of Line, RS232, and RS485 communication interfaces are available:
• RS485 adapter
• RS232 multiplexer
• Ethernet Interface Unit
Radio Communication Interfaces
A variety of radios can be attached using internal DPSK or duo-binary modem:
• Internal radio UHF High Band
• Internal radio UHF Low Band
• Variety of external radios (GP140/328, HT750, PRO5150)
For details on the available external radio models, and their connection to the RTU, see
Appendix B.
I/O Configurations
Different models of the MOSCAD-M RTU have slightly different I/O configurations.
Models with basic I/O configuration:
• 12 Digital Input
• 8 Digital Output (4 Magnetically Latched, 4 Open Collector)
• 2 Digital Output (Solid State)
Models with expanded I/O configuration:
• 15 Digital Input
• 8 Digital Output (4 Magnetically Latched, 4 Open Collector)
• 4 Analog Input (4-20 mA)
• 1 Analog Output (0-5V or 4-20mA)
• 2 Digital Output (Solid State)
Power Supply and Battery
The power supply and backup battery options are:
• 9-30V DC power input (compatible with 12V DC Solar Panel)
• 3 x “C” backup battery (for Real Time Clock and RAM retention)