Black communication interface module with multiple connectors and status indicators for power, fuel, temp, and network.

CIM

Communications Interface Module

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BRIDGES NETWORKS

Solves legacy connectivity issues by bridging LDARS networks to serial components.

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SERIAL DATA MGMT

Serial data such as fuel level and temperature can now be managed with ITC-type agent.

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LOW-POWER

Low-power, compact form factor.

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NETWORK FEATURES

"Network" mode for direct network appliance applications.

CIM Architecture

  • 1x RS-232 Connection
  • 1x RS-232/422/485 connection
  • 1x 10/100 Ethernet Connection
  • CIM is powered from +74VDC, with an option to use an isolated 12V source

Network Mode Data Flow

  • CIM can connect through the CMU devices, LDARS CHMs, or other switched network devices on the locmotive.
  • Serial data such as fuel level and temperature can now be managed with ITC-type agent or other networking applications / protocols

CIM Industrial Design

  • Ulta-low power "Legacy" mode to work by design with Quantum CMU power supply (no Ethernet Connector)
  • "Network" mode adds M12 Ethernet to support direct network appliance applications
  • Network LED is ACT/LNK in network mode; dark in "Legacy" Mode
  • Compact 4½"x6"x1¾" design

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