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PicoBox REX User Manual

PicoBox REX
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Remote Exchange Controller
User Manual Version 1.0
Model: REX
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Please read this user manual carefully before using this device.
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PicoBox REX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPicoBox
ModelREX
CategoryRemote Control
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the PICOBOX Remote Exchange Controller

Safe Use and Handling of the REX Device

Electrical Shock and Interference Warnings

Important warnings to prevent electric shock and electromagnetic interference.

Essential Safety and Operating Instructions

Essential instructions for safe operation, maintenance, and handling of the device.

Device Handling and Environmental Precautions

Precautions for Placing and Moving the Device

Guidelines for safely placing, moving, and handling the device to prevent damage or injury.

Power Source and Cable Safety Guidelines

Instructions on using correct power sources and protecting power cords.

Installation Site Hazards and Environmental Risks

Warnings about installation locations and environmental factors that could cause fire or shock.

Device Malfunction Alerts and Usage Precautions

Actions to take if smoke, abnormal noise, or damage occurs, and general usage precautions.

REX Product Overview and Specifications

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Details on operating voltage, processor, modem, dimensions, weight, and mounting.

Communication Ports and Network Capabilities

Information on communication ports, protocols, and network support.

Digital Input, Relay Output, and Analog Input Summary

Overview of digital inputs, relay outputs, and analog inputs.

Detailed Product Features and Management Options

Analog Input Configuration Details

Specifies the number and type of analog inputs and their configurations.

Remote Management and SMS Alerting Features

Features for remote control, phone groups, SMS alerts, and time stamping.

Identifying Your PICOBOX REX Device

Device Components and Label Identification

Labels and descriptions for device components like antenna, LEDs, and connectors.

Understanding REX LED Indicator Status

Power, Telco, and Ethernet LED Functions

Explains the functions of Power, Telco Status, and Ethernet LEDs.

RS485, Input, and Output LED Indicators

Describes the status indications for RS485, Digital Inputs (X1-X8), and Relay Outputs (Y1-Y2).

Analog Input LED Status and Alarm Indications

Details the LED indicators for Analog Inputs (A1-A2) and their alarm conditions.

Chapter 4: Hardware Installation Guide

Mounting Instructions for the REX Unit on DIN-Rail

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the REX device on a DIN-rail.

Procedure for Micro SIM Card Installation

Procedure for inserting the Micro SIM card into the device.

Connecting External Components to REX

Attaching the External Antenna to the REX Unit

Instructions on connecting the external antenna to the REX unit.

DC Power Input and Ethernet Cable Connections

Details on power supply requirements and Ethernet connectivity.

Guidelines for Selecting an Appropriate Antenna

Advice on choosing the appropriate antenna based on signal strength.

REX Device Button Functions and Interfacing

Using the FN Button to Check and Reset IP Address

Procedure to check the device's current IP address using the FN button.

Resetting the REX Device IP Address to Default

Steps to reset the REX device's IP address to factory default.

Wiring Dry Contact Sensors to Digital Inputs

Explanation of how to wire dry contact sensors to digital inputs.

Wiring 4-20mA Transmitters to Analog Inputs

Information on wiring 4-20mA transmitters to analog inputs.

Chapter 5: REX Software Configuration

Alarm Triggering and SMS Message Formatting

How alarms are triggered and the format of outgoing SMS messages.

Device ID Assignment and SMS Alert Recipients

Configuration of device ID and how up to 10 phones receive SMS alerts.

Accessing REX Configuration via Web Browser

How to access the REX configuration pages using a web browser.

Configuring the Device IP Address for Network Access

Setting up the device's IP address for network connectivity.

Standalone REX Configuration with Static IP

Steps for connecting REX to a PC in a standalone environment.

Chapter 6: Logging into the REX Web Interface

Administrator and Guest User Login Procedures

Details on default usernames and passwords for accessing the REX interface.

Chapter 7: Understanding the REX Dashboard

Dashboard Overview and Device Information

Explains the main dashboard view showing device info and I/O status.

Status Display for Inputs, Outputs, and Analog Channels

Describes how digital inputs, outputs, and analog values are displayed.

Viewing System Event and SMS Log Data

Information on viewing event logs and SMS logs for system activity.

Chapter 8: IO Configuration and Setup

Configuring Digital Input Parameters

Template for defining input descriptions and states for digital inputs X1-X8.

Detailed Digital and Analog Input Configuration

Explanation of Digital Input Configuration Fields

Detailed explanation of fields like Input Description, Open/Close Status, and Trigger Delay.

Configuring SMS Alerts for Digital Input Changes

How to configure which phone contacts receive SMS alerts for input changes.

Connecting and Configuring Analog Inputs

Information on connecting 4-20mA transmitters to analog inputs.

Analog Input Settings and Alarm Thresholds

Analog Input Unit and Value Configuration

Settings for units, engineering values, hysteresis, and alarm levels for analog inputs.

Setting and Enabling Low and High Analog Alarms

How to configure and enable low and high alarm thresholds for analog inputs.

Handling Configuration Input Errors and Warnings

Handling of invalid input values and error messages during configuration.

Chapter 9: Managing Phone Groups for SMS Alerts

Configuring Operation, Escalation, and Authorized Numbers

Configuration of phone groups for SMS alerts and remote control.

Setting Forwarding Number and SMS Notification Preferences

Setting up a forwarding number and configuring SMS repeat and normal status notifications.

SMS Alert Repeat and Status Change Notifications

Configuring SMS Repeat Intervals and Acknowledgement

How to configure SMS repeat intervals and cancel them with an ACK command.

Enabling SMS Notifications on Status Return to Normal

Option to send SMS notifications when input status returns to normal.

Chapter 10: Controlling REX Relay Outputs

Configuring Digital Output Parameters (Y1, Y2, Buzzer)

Settings for configuring relay outputs Y1, Y2, and Buzzer.

Remotely Controlling Relay Outputs via SMS Commands

Instructions on how to remotely control relay outputs using SMS commands.

Chapter 11: REX Administration and System Settings

Changing Device ID, Date, and Time Settings

How to change the device ID, date, and time for accurate logging and identification.

Configuring NTP Server for Time Synchronization

Configuring the NTP server for automatic time synchronization.

LAN Configuration: IP Address and Network Settings

Network settings including IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Network Settings and Health Check Configuration

Default IP Address and Subnet Mask Configuration

Default IP address and subnet mask, and how to change them.

Setting the Default Gateway for Network Connectivity

Setting the default gateway for network communication.

Enabling the Auto Health Check SMS Feature

Enabling automatic SMS reports on telco signal strength.

Chapter 12: Help Page and SMS Command Reference

Overview of Remote SMS Control Functions and User Rights

Summary of remote control functions and user rights for SMS commands.

SMS Commands for Querying Phone Numbers

SMS commands to query operation, escalation, and authorized phone numbers.

Managing Phone Numbers and Querying Device Status

SMS Commands for Remote Phone Number Management

SMS commands for adding, deleting, or replacing phone numbers in memory.

SMS Commands to Query IO and System Status

SMS commands to check the status of inputs, outputs, and system health.

REX Output Control and IO Configuration via SMS

SMS Commands for Switching Relay Outputs ON/OFF

SMS commands for switching outputs ON/OFF or pulsing them.

Advanced Output Control: Delay-On and One-Shot

Specific commands for controlling relay outputs with delays or one-shot pulses.

SMS-Based IO Configuration and Repeat Settings

SMS Commands for Input/Output Description Updates

SMS commands to modify input/output descriptions and alarm states.

SMS Commands for Analog Input Alarm Configuration

Commands to configure analog input settings, alarms, and enable/disable them.

Setting SMS Repeat Times and Intervals via SMS

SMS commands to set the number of repeat times and the interval for SMS alerts.

Acknowledging SMS Alerts to Stop Repeats

How to acknowledge received SMS to stop further repeat alerts.

Benefits of Remote SMS Command Functionality

Efficiency in Personnel Re-assignment and Management

How remote commands simplify re-assigning personnel and managing phone numbers.

Flexibility in Configuring SMS Alert Repeat Settings

Benefits of remotely changing repeat time intervals for SMS alerts.

Chapter 14: Logging Off the REX Application

Procedure for Secure User Logoff

Instructions on how to log out of the REX interface to prevent unauthorized access.