Embedded Computer with CAN-Bus, RS485 and LAN - MX-4200
Highlights |
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Open, modern Linux OS |
Standard industry interfaces |
Fanless, power consumption from 1 Watt |
Ext.temp. -40°C..+85°C available |
Compact dimensions |
DC input 8.40 volts |
MX-4200 product line
The MX-4200 series is a high-performance, industrial-grade embedded computer product family for versatile tasks in the area of M2M communication, IoT connectivity, automation, control, measurement and monitoring. Various product variants are available, customer-specific designs are possible.
Industrial interface equipment
The MX-4200 system supports a 10/100 Mbit Ethernet interface, two CAN bus interfaces in the standards 2.0A and 2.0B, RS422, RS485 and RS232 interfaces, two 480MBit / s USB host interfaces. In addition, up to 4 isolated digital inputs and 4 digital outputs are possible. The 400 MHz ARM system is equipped with 256 MB of internal flash memory and 128 MB of DDR RAM. A microSD card slot is available as a removable mass storage unit.
Modern and open Linux system
The MX-4200 is delivered with a modern, ready-to-run kernel 4 based Linux system. There are two Linux distributions available. A Debian system as well as a compact buildroot-based system. With Linux only standardized interfaces are used, so the processing time is very short and applications can be implemented quickly, simply and cost-effectively.
Power supply with wide range input
The power supply can be supplied with DC voltages between 8 and 40 volts. The supply input is reverse polarity protected and protected against overvoltages.
Intelligent control of the power supply
Optionally, an external control of the switch-on and switch-off process is available. The power is switched on and off via a status input. The shutdown process is automatically controlled by software so that a safe and controlled shutdown of the computer is ensured.
Maximum operational safety
A hardware watchdog ensures maximum availability. The very low power consumption from 1.3 watts in full operation allows the fanless operation without any further cooling being required. Also battery powered applications are possible at any time.
Action button
The ActionButton is a small concealed button that allows you to start a user-specific program. In this way, any required actions can be carried out locally in a simple manner.
Specification MX-4200
MX-4200 CAN | MX-4200 RS485 | MX-4200 PRO | MX-4200 FLEX | |
Linux operating system | Debian 8 / Jessie and Compact Linux system supported, Kernel 4 based system Linux system preinstalled, The Linux system is freely customizable | |||
Processor | ARM-400MHz | |||
Flash | 256 MB onboard, 4 MB NOR Flash | |||
Main memory | 128 MB DDR | |||
Mass storage | microSD-Card, accessible from frontside, with retainer | |||
CAN-Bus | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0/1/2 |
Network | 1 x 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Schnittstelle | |||
USB Host | 2 x USB host 2.0 high speed 480MBit/s | |||
RS232 | 1 x RS232 - Universal use 1 x RS232 - Terminal | |||
RS422 / RS485 | - | 1 x RS422/RS485 | 1 x RS422/RS485 | 0/1 x RS 422/RS485 |
Digital inputs | - | - | 4 digital, isolated inputs, wet contact, optional dry contact | 0/4 digital, isolated inputs, wet contact, optional dry contact |
Digital outputs | - | - | 4 highside switch outputs | 0/4 highside switch outputs |
RTC | Battery-buffered RTC for permanent availability of time and date | |||
WiFi | Optional: WLAN / WiFi 802b/g/n | |||
Bluetooth | Optional: Bluetooth 4.0, backward compatible with Bluetooth 2.0/2.1/3.0 | |||
1-Wire | - | - | 1 | 0/1 |
I2C-Isolated | - | - | - | 0/1 |
Status LEDs | 1 x Power on, 1 x System activity, 1 x microSD access, 3 user-programmable LED's | |||
Hardware Watchdog | Hardware Watchdog for automatic reboot trigger Can be combined with Linux Watchdog | |||
ActionButton | Hidden button for starting a user-specific program or script | |||
Power supply | Wide range DC input 8..40 Volt with polarity protection, Industrial connector | |||
Powercontrol | - | - | yes | no/yes |
Temperature | Storage: -40°C..+85°C, Standard Operational: +0°C..+70°C non condensing Wide Temperature models, Operational: -40°C..+85°C non condensing | |||
Case | Sturdy aluminum housing, Dimensions: ca. 102 x 95 x 38 mm | |||
Mounting options | Mounting brackets, Mounting brackets with integrated dampers against vibration and shock DIN-Rail vertical and DIN-Rail horicontal |
Datasheets
Powercontrol
With the option PowerControl, the plug for the power supply has a three-pole design. Two poles remain unchanged for the power supply of the device. The third pole is a status line which e.g. can be connected directly to the ignition terminal, the terminal 15. The device switches on only when the ignition is switched on. If the ignition is switched off, this is signaled to the operating system, which in turn signals the switch-off request to the application. The application can then perform all necessary work, such as closing files, terminating programs and services etc., and then, if necessary, shut down the operating system and shut down the computer.Extended operating temperature
With the "Extended operating temperature" option, the MX-4200 can be operated in the following temperature ranges.-30°C .. +80°C (non-condensing) Operation without restrictions
-40°C .. +85°C (non-condensing) Restricted operation
Restricted operation affects the integrated 4G module. Restricted operation allows the module to operate normally, but it may be possible that 3GPP specifications are not fully respected with respect to the receiver's sensitivity.
Bracket
The bracket option is used to attach the MX-4200 Industrial Embedded Computer to a flat surface. This ensures a stable and easy mounting of the MX-4200.Bracket with rubber buffer
If a fixed mounting of the MX-4200 Industrial Embedded Computer is not possible due to vibrations and impacts, the holder is available with integrated rubber buffers. This can reliably shield vibrations and impacts from the device.DINrail holder horizontal
The horizontal DINrail option allows the MX-4200 Industrial Embedded Computer to be attached to a standard DINrail. The horizontal mounting variant is selected if the space available to the front is limited.DINrail holder vertical
The vertical DINrail holder allows the MX-4200 Industrial Embedded Computer to be attached to a standard DINrail. The vertical mounting option is selected when the space is limited on the side.