IOLAN TG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX Hardware Installation Guide
Updated: Jan 2023
Version A.1.01.20.2023
Document Part#:5500420-10(Rev. E)
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Table of Contents
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IOLAN TG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX (Top View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
IOLAN TG2/SDG2 (Side View with Barrel connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
IOLAN SDG2 TX (Side View with Terminal Block Connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Ethernet and Serial Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Button / Switch Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connecting the Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connecting the Serial Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connecting Data Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Rebooting the IOLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Resetting the IOLAN to Factory Default Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Configuring the IOLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Appendix A - Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Appendix B - Mechanical Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Appendix C - Labels (Sample) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Appendix D - Cabling and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Appendix E - IOLAN Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Contacting Perle Systems Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
IOLAN TG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX Hardware Installation Guide 2
Hardware
Preface
Audience
This guide is for the network or computer technician responsible for installing the Perle
IOLAN DG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX. Familiarity with the concepts and terminology of Ethernet
and local area networks is required.
Purpose
This document describes the hardware and physical characteristics of the Perle IOLAN
DG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX. It covers hardware features as well as installation and operation of
the IOLAN. This document does not cover how to configure your Perle IOLAN DG2/SDG2/
SDG2 TX.
Information to configure your Perle IOLAN SDS can be found in the IOLAN User’s Guide.
Document Conventions
This document contains the following conventions:
Most text is presented in the typeface used in this paragraph. Other typefaces are used to
help you identify certain types of information. The other typefaces are:
Note: Means reader take note: notes contain helpful suggestions.
Caution: Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might perform an action that
could result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on
any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Only qualified personnel should con-
nect power to this unit.
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Overview
The IOLAN 2 port comes in various models.
Basic Feature Set Models
• TG2 - Two RJ45 serial ports (RS232 only)
Secure Feature Set Models
• SDG2 - Two RJ45 serial ports
• SDG2 TX - Extended Temperature model with two RJ45 serial ports
NOTE: Extended Temperature models can operate in the range of -40 to 74 degrees C.
IOLAN TG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX (Top View)
The IOLAN TG2 only supports RS-232 on RJ45-10 pin.
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IOLAN TG2/SDG2 (Side View with Barrel connector)
IOLAN SDG2 TX (
Side View with Terminal Block Connector)
Note: Terminal Block is fixed to the IOLAN
Ethernet and Serial Ports
Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T Port
The Ethernet port provides the standard gigabit Ethernet interface speeds of 10/100/
1000 Mbps through twisted pair (UTP) cables of up to 100 meters (328ft) in length.
Console / Serial Ports
The unit has two 10 pin, RJ45 ports. Both ports can be used to connect a serial device
and to provide power out. When used to connect a serial device, the ports can operate
in EIA-232, EIA-422 or EIA-485 mode. In addition to connecting a serial device, port 1 can
be used as a console port and/or to power the IOLAN. (Serial power in is not supported
on the DG2 model). When port 1 is used to connect a console, the port can be used to
fully configure and manage the IOLAN. For details on how to connect to the serial port
see Connecting the Serial Ports
See Appendix D - Cabling and Connectors for more details.
Button / Switch Functions
Reset Button
The inset “Reset” button will reboot the IOLAN if pushed in and released quickly. It will
reset the IOLAN to factory defaults if pushed in and held for more than three seconds.
For more details on the operation of the Reset button see “Rebooting the IOLAN”
Console / Serial DIP Switch
Serial port 1 can act as a console port or a serial port. The mode of operation is deter-
mined by the position of the “console/serial port” DIP switch. The DIP is set in the fac-
tory to serial (up position). Unless you plan to attach a console to the IOLAN, leave the
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DIP switch in the serial position. In console mode, this port can be used to provide access
to the IOLAN management function using the industry standard CLI command set (see
Console Port Mode).
See the IOLAN Command Line Interface Reference Guide for a complete set of the com-
mands available via the console.
LED Indicators
Power/Ready
Link 10/100/1000
Activity
State Description
Green - solid System Ready
Green - flashing System is booting or DIP
switch is in console mode
Red Error condition
State Description
Green 1000 Mbps
Amber 10 /100 Mbps
Off No LAN connection
State Description
Green Flashes with activity
Amber Flashes with activity
Off No LAN connection
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Installation
General Cautions and Warnings
Warning: Power sources must be off prior to beginning the power connection steps.
Read the installation instructions before you connect the unit to its power source.
Warning: Ensure that the voltage and current ratings of the intended power source are
appropriate for the IOLAN as indicated on the product label.
Warning: Ensure that the installation and electrical wiring of the equipment is performed
by trained and qualified personnel and that the installation complies with all local and
national electrical codes.
Warning: The working voltage inputs are designed for operation with Safety extra low
Voltage (SELV). Connect only to SELV circuits with voltage restrictions in line with IEC/EN
60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition) + A1:2009 and EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11:2009
Warning: If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Warning: Transient protection shall be provided that is set at a level not exceeding 140%
of the peak rated voltage value at the supply terminals to the equipment.Connecting the
Hardware
Connecting the Power
The IOLAN TG2 and the IOLAN SDG2 models connect to power using the power adapter
that came with your IOLAN. If using a SDG2 TX with the Terminal Block connector use the
instructions below to connect to power. The Terminal Block cannot be removed from the
IOLAN.
Connecting the barrel connector
Plug the power adapter into a power socket and connect the barrel connector end into
the IOLAN. The IOLAN will perform a power up sequence. The Power/Ready LED should
show a solid green. See LED Indicators for power up sequence.
Connecting the terminal block connector
1. Ensure power is NOT applied to the wires prior to connection.
2. On each end wire (16-20 AWG), remove the insulation from the copper wire 5 mm (3/
16 of an inch).
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3. Loosen the left screw on the top of the terminal connector block, then insert your
positive (+) wire into the left terminal and screw it down tight (.51Nm torque).
Loosen the right screw on the top of the terminal connector block, then insert your
negative (-) wire into the right terminal and screw it down tight (.51Nm torque).
4. Turn on power at source. See LED Indicators for power up sequence.
Grounding and Power Cord Relief clip
If your installation requires additional grounding, follow this procedure.
Grounding the chassis requires the following items:
• One grounding lug (not provided)
• One 12AWG wire (not provided)
Follow the manufacturers instructions for attaching the ground wire to the grounding
lug.
1. Attach the grounding lug to the chassis and secure with the grounding screw
provided. See Figure 1.
2. Attach the power cord relief clip as shown in Figure 2.
Connecting the Serial Ports
The Serial ports are normally used to connect serial devices. Serial port 1 can also be
used as a console to fully configure and manage the IOLAN.
The serial ports are an 10-pin, RJ45 connector. For complete details on the pinout of the
ports see Appendix D - Cabling and Connectors
Console Port Mode
1. Power off the IOLAN.
2. Set the “console/serial DIP switch” to the console (down) position.
3. Connect the power and allow the IOLAN to complete the boot up sequence.
4. Connect an 8 pin cable between the IOLAN serial port 1 and the RJ-45 to DB-9 con-
verter shipped with your IOLAN. Connect the DB-9 end of the converter to the COM
port of your PC.
5. Choose Start > Control Panel > Systems or equivalent on the Windows Operating
System you are using.
Figure 1
Figure 2
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6. Click the Hardware tab and choose Device Manager, Expand the Ports (COM & LPT)
section. This will expand the drop down to show the number of com ports on your
system. Connect the cable to one of these ports (probably COM1 or COM2).
7. Start an terminal-emulation program (such as Putty or SecureCRT) on the COM port
where you have connected the cable PC.
8. Configure this COM port within the terminal emulation program with the following
parameters:
•9600 baud
•8 data bits
•1 stop bit
•No parity
•None (flow control)
9. You should now be able to see all messages sent to the console of the IOLAN.
Serial Port Mode
Serial mode is used when the IOLAN acts as a communication sever to provide access to
the serial device which is connected to its serial port. For the different methods which
can be used to connect to the serial device see the IOLAN User’s Guide. When serial port
1 is in this mode, all console mode functions are disabled on the port.
To set serial port 1 in this mode, ensure that the “console/serial DIP switch” is in the
serial (up) position.
Connecting Data Ports
Ethernet Connection
By default the 10/100/1000 Ethernet port will automatically set itself up to match the
speed of the port it is connected to. If auto negotiation is not supported by that port
then, the port can be configured to operate at a fixed speed and duplex settings.
To connect to 10Base-T, 100Base-TX or 1000Base-T follow these steps:
1. Connect a straight through Ethernet cable from the IOLAN’s Ethernet port to an 10/
100/1000 RJ45 port on the network hub/switch.
2. Once the IOLAN is connected and the link is established, the link LEDs will turn on.
These LEDs will indicate whether you have a 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps link to your hub/
switch. See. (LED Indicators) for more details.
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Ethernet Connector - 8-pin RJ-45
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Operation
Rebooting the IOLAN
To reset the IOLAN insert a paper clip into the “Reset” hole, then gently press inwards. If
the button is released quickly the IOLAN will reboot, if the button is pressed for more
then three seconds the IOLAN will be returned to factory defaults.
Resetting the IOLAN to Factory Default Configuration
To reset the configuration of the IOLAN, insert a paper clip into the inset hole labelled as
“Reset” and hold the reset button between 3 and 10 seconds, the IOLAN will reset the
configuration to factory default (either the Perle or custom default configuration). If you
hold the reset button greater than 10 seconds, then the IOLAN will reset the configura-
tion to the Perle factory default configuration.
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Configuring the IOLAN
The IOLAN can be configured, operated and monitored using any of the following
methods. See IOLAN User’s Guide for more details.
CLI
A text-based Command Line Interface based on industry standard syntax and structure.
The CLI can be accessed from the console port without a valid IP address for the initial
setup. Once an IP address has been assigned the IOLAN can also be accessed by Telnet,
SSH, SNMP or the Web interface.
Web Manager
The Perle Web Manager is an embedded Web based application that provides an easy to
use browser interface for configuring and managing the IOLAN. Once an IP address has
been assigned/configured on IOLAN, it can be accessed through any standard desktop
web browser.
Device Manager
This Windows based utility provides the ability to do either an initial setup (out of the
box) or to configure and manage the IOLAN. In order to use this utility the IOLAN must be
connected to your network. You can download the Device Manager software from our website at
www.perle.com.
For more information on configuring your IOLAN, see the IOLAN User’s Guide.
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Appendix A - Technical Specifications
IOLAN TG2/SDG2/SDG2 TX Port Technical Specifications
Power Input 12/24VDC (9-30VDC)
Power Supply Options Power via external power 9-30VDC (TG2/SDG2), 2.6
Watts, terminal block connector (SDG2 TX)
Power Consumption@24V DC (Watts) 2.6 Watts
Power IOLAN over Serial 9-30v DC with RJ45 model SDG2/SDG2 TX models
Operating Temperature -0°C to 55°C
-32°F to 131°F
Operating Temperature - Extended
Temperature (T model)
-40°C to 74°C
-40°F to 165°F
Storage Temperature -40°C to 66°C
-40°F to 150°F
Operating and Storage Humidity 5 to 95% (non condensing)
Regulatory Approvals
Emissions
CFR47 FCC Part 15 Subpart B:2016
ICES-003:2016
EN550032:2015 (CISPR32:2015)
Immunity
EN61000-4-2:2009
EN61000-4-3:2006/A2:2010: RF Electromagnetic
Field Modulated
EN61000-4-4:2004 Fast Transients
EN61000-4-5:2006 Surge
EN61000-4-6:2009 RF Continuous Conducted
EN61000-4-8:2010 Power-Frequency Magnetic Field
EN61000-4-11:2004 Voltage Dips and Voltage
Interruptions
EN61000-3-2:2014, Limits for Harmonic Current
Emissions
EN61000-3-3:2013, Limits of Voltage Fluctuations
and Flicker
EN55024:2010/CISPR24:2010
Safety
IEC 62368-1:2014 (second edition)
EN 62368-1:2014
CSA/UL 62368-1:2014
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Appendix B - Mechanical Drawing
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Appendix C - Labels (Sample)
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Appendix D - Cabling and Connectors
This appendix provides pinouts for the serial RJ45 ports and the Ethernet cable.
Connecting Serial Devices
Ensure you have the appropriate cable for connecting your serial devices to the serial
ports on the IOLAN.
IOLAN RJ45 Connector
The Power In pin, pin 1 can be 9-30V DC. This option is not supported on the TG2 model.
Hardware Options (SDG2/SDG2 TX)
The IOLAN contains jumpers that you might need to set before you configure it and put it
into production. You can set the Power Out pin, pin 10 to a fixed 5V DC output or to the
external adapter output; this can range from 9-30V DC (if an external adapter is shipped
with the IOLAN, it has a 12V DC output). The Power Out pin is only supported on the
SDG2/SDG2 TX model
The serial port can also operate in either EIA 232, 422 or 485 mode. This is a software
configuration (See the IOLAN User’s Guide for information on setting this parameter in
your IOLAN firmware). If EIA 422 or 485 is selected, the line termination may need to be
set.
Line Termination is not necessary unless the IOLAN’s are the end points.
To change the hardware settings, do the following:
1. Unplug the IOLAN from the electrical outlet and disconnect everything from the unit.
2. Open the case by unscrewing the two side screws, one on each side, and lifting off
the top of the case.
Pinput
10-Pin
Pinout
8-Pin EIA-232 EIA-422
EIA-485
Full Duplex
EIA-485
Half Duplex
1 Power In Power In Power In Power In
2 (in) 1 (in) DCD
3 (out) 2 (out) RTS TxD+ TxD+ TxD+/RxD+
4 (in) 3 (in) DSR
5 (out) 4 (out) TxD TxD- TxD- TxD-/RxD-
6 (in) 5 (in) RxD RxD+ RxD+
7 6 GND GND GND GND
8 (in) 7 (in) CTS RxD- RxD-
9 (out) 8 (out) DTR
10 Power Out Power Out Power Out Power Out
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3. To change the power pin out, locate the set of three pins associated with the line you
want to set (Line 1 is U14; Line 2 is the set of three pins just to the left of port 2
(U27)). For fixed 5V DC output, jumper pins 1 and 2. For the output to equal the
external adapter input, jumper pins 2 and 3
4. To turn line termination ON, locate the DIP switches between the two RJ45 serial port
connectors. These switches should be in the OFF position.
•To terminate Serial Port 1 for Full Duplex set DIP switch 1 ON. To
terminate for Half Duplex set DIP switch 2 to ON.
•To terminate Serial Port 2 for Full Duplex set DIP switch 3 ON. To
terminate for Half Duplex set DIP switch 4 to the ON position.
5. Close the IOLAN case by replacing the case lid and the two screws. You can now
power the IOLAN with the new settings.
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Appendix E - IOLAN Maintenance
• Ensure there is clearance of 50.8mm (2 inches) on all sides of the IOLAN to provide
proper airflow through the unit
• Do not use solvents or cleaning agents on this unit
• Keep vent holes clear of debris
• If case gets dirty wipe with a dry cloth
• Ensure all cables are in good working condition and replace any frayed cables or
cables without clips
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Contacting Perle Systems Limited
Contacting Technical Support
Contact information for the Perle Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) can be found at the
link below.
https://www.perle.com/support_services/support_request.shtm
Warranty / Registration
This product is covered by the Perle IOLAN SDG Warranty. Details can be found at:
https://www.perle.com/support_services/warranty.shtml
