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SLTA-10 Serial LonTalk® Adapter
Models 73351, 73352, 73353, 73354,
73351R, 73352R, 73353R, and 73354R
Features
• Serial EIA-232 interface connects host processors and modems to
LonWorks® networks
• 1200 to 115,200bps serial bit rate with autobaud detection
• Automatic dial-out with compatible modem
• DIP switch selectable NSI and parallel MIP (SLTA/2 compatible) operating
modes
• Integral FTT-10A, TPT/XF-78, or TPT/XF-1250
transceiver
• Color-coded, removable screw terminals for network and power wiring
• Configuration DIP switches accessible without opening chassis
• 9-30V AC or DC power input via removable screw terminals or barrel connector
• Metal enclosure for desk or wall mounting
• CE Mark, UL, cUL, TÜV
Description
The SLTA-10 Serial LonTalk Adapter is a high-performance LonWorks interface for use with
laptop, desktop, or embedded computers equipped with an EIA-232 serial interface and a
compatible operating system. Designed for use in LonWorks control networks that require remote dial-in/dial-out network access or a host processor to monitor, manage,
or diagnose the network, the SLTA-10 adapter is ideal for industrial control, building automation, and process control applications.
Models 73351R, 73352R, 73353R, and 73354R are compliant with the European Directive
2002/95/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment.
The SLTA-10 adapter provides both network services interface (NSI) functionality for use
with LNS-compliant tools, such as the LonMaker for Windows Integration Tool, and network interface functionality for use with legacy LonManager® API-based tools.
The SLTA-10 adapter is supplied in a metal enclosure with rubber feet for desk mounting,
and key-hole slots for wall mounting. Configuration DIP switches are accessible without
disassembly of the chassis, simplifying configuration of the adapter.
The SLTA-10 adapter operates at 10MHz and includes an integral twisted pair transceiver.
The network wiring is polarity-insensitive, and is connected to a removable screw
terminal block.
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The LonWorks Network Services (LNS®) architecture allows over 16,000 installation,
maintenance, monitoring, and control devices to exist in a system and to adapt to
network configuration changes automatically. Users can reconfigure the system
from user interface devices anywhere on
the network and ensure that all monitoring
and control stations are always up-to-date
with respect to the system’s configuration.
When used with the appropriate software,
the network services interface (NSI) functionality of the SLTA-10 adapter allows the
attached host to tap into the LNS infrastructure as a client or server application.
The adapter also permits the host PC to act
as an application node, running application-specific programs while the adapter
handles lower layer functions such as
media access control, collision avoidance,
message validation, authentication, and priority processing. The host application, including its network variables, can be
changed at any time without modifying the
adapter. The SLTA-10 adapter combined
with the host PC can also be used with
nodes that require more processing power,
memory, input/output capability, or network variable connections than are provided by the Neuron® Chip alone.
Input power needs a galvanicly isolated 930V AC or DC power supply. Power wiring
is polarity-insensitive and is connected to a
color-coded, removable screw terminal
block. An alternate input power option accepts a US, UK, Continental European, or
Japanese power supply for desktop use.
A DB-9 connector is provided for connection to the host. The adapter is configured
as a Data Circuit-terminating Equipment
(DCE) device; a custom null modem cable
allows the SLTA-10 adapter to be connected to a modem. This cable is documented in the user’s guide and may also be
purchased from Echelon (Model
73380).The SLTA-10 adapter can be used
with any modem recognizing the Hayes ATcommand set to provide remote access to
a LONWORKS network. The SLTA-10
adapter supports LonTalk network management messages for controlling an attached modem. Any node can initiate an
outgoing call to a remote host by sending
network management dialing messages to
the adapter. Network management messages can be used to define a dialing directory stored in the SLTA-10 adapter, enabling
application nodes to dial out to remote
hosts without requiring host phone numbers to be maintained in each node.
Any node can use network management
messages to configure the SLTA-10 adapter
to automatically answer incoming calls so
that remote hosts can call in to monitor,
control, or manage the network at any
time. Network management
messages can be used to install a password
in the adapter so that a remote user must
enter the password before accessing any
nodes on the network. For additional security, the SLTA-10 can be configured to call
back only a pre-programmed phone
number.
The interface with the SLTA-10 adapter is
managed by the SLTALink Manager software. The SLTALink Manager is a standalone application that can monitor a
modem line, answer an incoming phone
call, associate the incoming call’s SLTA-10
Adapter (and hence its network) with a
LonWorks based device, and then launch a
predetermined application for that particular network or SLTA-10 Adapter. The
SLTALink Manager software is used to control a remote SLTA-10 via a set (2) of
modems by using the telephony Application Programming Interface (TAPI) services
that are built into the Windows
95/98/2000/XP, and Windows NT 4.0 operating systems. When attached directly to
a PC, SLTA-10 Adapters use so-called
"local" links. In this case, the SLTALink
Manager software interacts with the driver
and configures the necessary parameters.
The SLTALink Manager software and driver
isolate the host application from implementation dependencies of the SLTA-10. This
allows the same host application to be
used with virtually any network interface,
and preserves investment in host application development.new versions of firmware
are released, without modifying or physically accessing the PCLTA-21 adapter. This
feature extends the useful service life of the
adapter, and minimizes the cost and time
associated with software and firmware updates.
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Specifications
Processor
Processor Input Clock
Transceiver Type
Network Connector
Bus Polarity
Operating Input Voltage
Power Polarity
Operating Input Current
Power Supply
Service Interface
Serial Port
Serial Bit Rate
Serial Modem Control
Serial Connector Type
Temperature
Operating
Non-operating
Humidity (non-condensing)
Operating
Non-operating
Dimensions
EMI
Listings
Neuron 3150® Chip
10MHz
Varies by model: FTT-10A, TPT/XF-78, TPT/XF-1250, or RS-485
Weidmüller 2-conductor BLA
Polarity insensitive
9-30V AC or DC, galvanicly isolated power supply,
such as Echelon Models 78010, 78020,78030, and 78040
Polarity insensitive
250mA typical
Provided by customer
Service switch and LED
EIA-232 (formerly RS-232)
1200, 2400, 9600, 14.4k, 19.2k, 38.4k, 57.6k, and 115.2k - DIP switch selectable
DTR and DSR
Female DB-9
-40 to +85°C
-40 to +85°C
25 to 95% RH @ 50°C
95% RH max @ 50°C
101.6mmW x 138.2mmL x 34.0mmH
(4.00" x 5.44" x 1.34")
FCC Part 15 Level B, EN55022 Level B (PCB version designed to comply with FCC Part
15 Level B, EN55022B Level B)
UL 1950, cUL 1950, TÜV EN60950, CE Mark
The SLTA-10 does not support the SLTA/2 sleep mode and requires a special null modem cable to be used with a DCE device whereas the SLTA/2 required only an internal jumper change.
Documentation
The SLTA-10 Adapter User’s Guide may be downloaded from Echelon’s web site.
Document
LONWORKS SLTA-10 Adapter User’s Guide
Echelon Part Number
078-0160-01
Ordering Information
Product
SLTA-10 Adapter - TP/FT-10
SLTA-10 Adapter - TPT/XF-78
SLTA-10 Adapter - TPT/XF-1250
SLTA-10 Adapter – TR-RS485
SLTA-10 Null Modem Cabler
(Male DB-9 to Male DB-25 Null Modem Cabler)
Echelon Model Number
73351, 73351R (RoHS-compliant)
73352, 73352R (RoHS-compliant)
73353, 73353R (RoHS-compliant)
73354, 73354R (RoHS-compliant)
73380
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