User Manual

ADAM-2000 Series
Wireless Sensor Network Data
Acquisition Modules

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1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
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This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
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not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
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Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal
injury!

Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data. e.g.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
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Packing List
Before setting up the system, check that the items listed below are included and in
good condition. If any item does not accord with the table, please contact your dealer
immediately.
1x ADAM-2000 Series Device
1x 2dBi Antenna (ADAM-2520Z, ADAM-2510Z, ADAM-2051PZ only)
2 x Mounting Kits
1x CD

Safety Instructions
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Read these safety instructions carefully.

Keep this User Manual for later reference.
Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
Keep this equipment away from humidity.
Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.

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Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
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13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be
opened only by qualified service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
15. The power cord or plug is damaged.
16. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
17. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
18. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
19. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
20. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
21. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -40C (-40F) OR ABOVE 85C
(185F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
22. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
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is no more than 70 dB (A).
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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity

Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage.
Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush of
power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive electronic
components.

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Contents
Chapter

Understanding Your System ..............1

1.1

Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
Figure 1.1 ADAM-2000 Series System Architecture.................... 2
Figure 1.2 ADAM-2000 Series Outdoor Range Distance ............ 2
1.1.1 IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Standard ................................................ 2
Table 1.1: Wireless Specifications............................................... 3
1.1.2 Wireless Sensor Network.............................................................. 3
1.1.3 Low-power Consumption and Battery-Powered Design ............... 3
1.1.4 Sensor Embedded Design ............................................................ 3
1.1.5 Wireless Signal Indicator .............................................................. 3
1.1.6 Industrial Standard Modbus Protocol............................................ 4
1.1.7 SCADA Software Support............................................................. 4
1.1.8 Advantech Software Alignment..................................................... 4
Specifications ............................................................................................ 4
1.2.1 ADAM-2000 Series Hardware Specification ................................. 4
1.2.2 LED Status.................................................................................... 5
Figure 1.3 LED Indicators ............................................................ 5
Table 1.2: LED Indicator Definitions ............................................ 5
1.2.3 Wireless Communication Range................................................... 6
1.2.4 Selecting Topology ....................................................................... 6
Table 1.3: Topology Comparison Table ...................................... 6
Dimensions ............................................................................................... 7
Figure 1.4 ADAM-2000 Series Dimensions ................................. 7
Mounting ................................................................................................... 8
1.4.1 Panel Mounting ............................................................................. 8
Figure 1.5 Panel Mounting Dimensions....................................... 8
1.4.2 DIN-rail Mounting .......................................................................... 9
Figure 1.6 Fixing ADAM-2000 to DIN rail adaptor ....................... 9
Figure 1.7 Fixed ADAM-2000 to DIN rail ..................................... 9
Wiring & Connections.............................................................................. 10
1.5.1 Power Supply Wiring................................................................... 10
Figure 1.8 Power Wiring Diagram.............................................. 10
1.5.2 I/O Module Wiring ....................................................................... 11
1.5.3 Communication Wiring................................................................ 11
Figure 1.9 RS-422/485 and USB interface of ADAM-2520Z. .... 12
Figure 1.10Wiring Diagram for ADAM-2520Z............................. 12
Figure 1.11ADAM-2051Z/2051PZ Wet Contact Closure Input Wiring Diagram .............................................................. 12
Figure 1.12ADAM-2051Z/2051PZ Dry Contact Closure Input Wiring Diagram .............................................................. 12

1.2

1.3
1.4

1.5

Chapter

Selecting Your Hardware ..................13

2.1

Selecting an ADAM-2000 Module ........................................................... 14

2.1.1 Selecting a Communication Module ........................................... 14
Table 2.1: Communication Module Selection Guidelines .......... 14
2.1.2 Selecting an I/O .......................................................................... 15
Table 2.2: I/O Selection Guidelines ........................................... 15
2.1.3 Selecting a Sensor Module ......................................................... 15
Table 2.3: Sensor Mode Selection ............................................ 15
Selecting an Operator Interface .............................................................. 16

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Installation Guide.............................. 17

3.1

Determining the Proper Environment...................................................... 18

3.1.1 Package Contents ...................................................................... 18
3.1.2 System Requirements ................................................................ 18
3.1.3 Perform a Wireless Sensor Network........................................... 18
Figure 3.1 The Architecture of the Wireless Sensor Network.... 19
Establish the Connection ........................................................................ 20
3.2.1 Basic Installation......................................................................... 20
Figure 3.2 Multi-End Device Network performance................... 22
Figure 3.3 Multi-End Device and Router Network Relationship 23
3.2.2 ADAM-2000 Series Installation Flowcharts ................................ 23
Figure 3.4 ADAM-2000 Installation Chart.................................. 24
Advanced Functions ............................................................................... 28
3.3.1 Link Quality Indicator .................................................................. 28
Table 3.1: Level of LQI .............................................................. 28
3.3.2 Battery Level............................................................................... 28
Table 3.2: Level of battery power .............................................. 28
3.3.3 Associating Devices.................................................................... 28
3.3.4 Pairing......................................................................................... 29
3.3.5 Reboot ........................................................................................ 29
3.3.6 Button Function Table................................................................. 29
Table 3.3: Button Functions ...................................................... 29

3.2

3.3

Chapter

Chapter

Software Configuration Guide ......... 31

4.1
4.2
4.3

System Software Configuration Utility..................................................... 32

Installing AdamApax .NET Utility Software ............................................. 32
AdamApax .NET Utility Operation .......................................................... 32
Figure 4.1 AdamApax .NET Utility Operation Window .............. 32
Figure 4.2 AdamApax .NET Utility Toolbar................................ 34
4.3.1 Search and Configure the ADAM-2000 Series ........................... 35
Figure 4.3 ADAM-2000 Series AdamApax .NET Utility Support 35
Figure 4.4 Search the USB interface ADAM-2000 devices on the
host PC for the virtual COM port. ............................. 36
Figure 4.5 Search the COM port for the ADAM-2000 devices. . 36
Figure 4.6 Searching the network dialog ................................... 37
Figure 4.7 Searching the ADAM-2000 coordinators.................. 37
Figure 4.8 ADAM-2000 devices lists on the Tree View and Information page.............................................................. 38
Figure 4.9 The overview of ADAM-2000 end devices. .............. 39
Figure 4.10The overview of ADAM-2000 routers ....................... 39
Figure 4.11Information page of ADAM-2520Z............................ 40
Figure 4.12Wireless Configuration page of the ADAM-2520Z. .. 40
Figure 4.13 Information page of ADAM-2510Z........................... 41
Figure 4.14Wireless Configuration page of ADAM-2510Z ......... 41
Figure 4.15 The Device Status page of the ADAM-2510Z ......... 42
Figure 4.16 Information Page ..................................................... 42
Figure 4.17Wireless Configuration page .................................... 43
Figure 4.18The Device Status page ........................................... 43
Figure 4.19The Signal page ....................................................... 44
4.3.2 Network Topology of ADAM-2000 Series ................................... 44
Figure 4.20Topology of the ADAM-2000 series ......................... 44
Figure 4.21Topology of ADAM-2000 network with specific background image ........................................................... 45

Module Introduction ......................... 47

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A.1
A.2

Chapter

Chapter

Communication Modules......................................................................... 48
A.1.1 ADAM-2510Z .............................................................................. 48
A.1.2 ADAM-2520Z .............................................................................. 49
I/O and Sensor Modules ......................................................................... 50
A.2.1 ADAM-2017Z .............................................................................. 50
A.2.2 ADAM-2031Z .............................................................................. 51
A.2.3 ADAM-2051Z .............................................................................. 52
A.2.4 ADAM-2051PZ............................................................................ 53

ADAM-2000 Series Functions...........55

B.1
B.2

Introduction ............................................................................................. 56
ADAM-2000 I/O Modbus Mapping Table ................................................ 56
Table B.1: Modbus ID Table of ADAM-2000 series ................... 56
B.2.1 ADAM-2520Z .............................................................................. 56
Table B.2: ADAM-2520Z Mapping Table ................................... 56
B.2.2 ADAM-2510Z .............................................................................. 57
Table B.3: ADAM-2510Z Mapping Table ................................... 57
B.2.3 ADAM-2017Z .............................................................................. 57
Table B.4: ADAM-2017Z Mapping Table ................................... 57
B.2.4 ADAM-2031Z .............................................................................. 58
Table B.5: ADAM-2031Z Mapping Table ................................... 58
B.2.5 ADAM-2051Z .............................................................................. 59
Table B.6: ADAM-2051Z Mapping Table ................................... 59
B.2.6 ADAM-2051PZ............................................................................ 60
Table B.7: ADAM-2051PZ Mapping Table................................. 60

Troubleshooting ................................61

C.1
C.2

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 62
Notice ...................................................................................................... 63

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1.1 Introduction
ADAM-2000 series is the wireless solution of the ADAM families and integrates the
IEEE 802.15.4 standard, I/O and Sensor technologies known as Wireless Sensor
Network. Different from the wired solution, the flexible network capability makes it
easy to extend or construct a cost-effective distributed monitoring system for variety
of applications. Through popular industrial Modbus protocol, the ADAM-2000 can be
integrated into any HMI and SCADA system. The low-power consumption design
also makes it possible for standalone applications with batteries. The sensor embedded design provides compact size for specified application. With the ADAM-4000 and
ADAM-6000, the ADAM provides the total solutions of remote I/O. Please refer to
Figure 1-1 for a brief overview of the ADAM-2000 system architecture..

Figure 1.1 ADAM-2000 Series System Architecture

Figure 1.2 ADAM-2000 Series Outdoor Range Distance

1.1.1 IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Standard

IEEE 802.15.4 is a wireless standard defined as Low Rate Wireless Personal Area
Network (LR-WPAN) or usually called Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)
instead. It is designed for low-power consumption and robust wireless communication, especially for small data packet applications, such as sensor, I/O and etc. IEEE
802.15.4 is a low data rate, low power consumption, low cost, wireless networking
protocol targeted towards automation and remote control applications. It is expected
to provide low cost and low power connectivity for equipment that needs battery life
as long as several months to several years but does not require data transfer rates
as high as those enabled by Bluetooth. The IEEE 802.15.4 standard only defines the

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Table 1.1: Wireless Specifications

IEEE 802.11b

Bluetooth

IEEE 802.15.4

Data Rate

11Mbps

1Mbps

250Kbps

Power Consumption

Hours (High)

Days

Years (Low)

Transmission Distance

100m

10m

70m~300m

Connection

Very Complex

Complex

Simple

Connection Speed

Up to 3 seconds

Up to 10 seconds

30ms

Extendibility

Roaming possible

No

Yes

Reliability

Low

High

High

1.1.2 Wireless Sensor Network

The Wireless Sensor Network is based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard and inherits
all the characteristics. Coordinator, Router and End Device (or called End Node) are
the basic components to perform the PAN.
A coordinator is the data collection center in a PAN and also plays as a gateway to
transfer and translate wireless data to other interfaces, such as RS-232, RS-485,
Ethernet and so on.
A router is a wireless repeater to enhance the wireless signal and a wireless router to
select optimized path for wireless communication between coordinator and end
nodes.
An end node is a wireless remote I/O for data acquisition. The data acquires from
sensors or devices can be transmitted through it. The end node can communicate
with coordinator directly or via a router to coordinator.
As traditional network, the Wireless Sensor Network provides the star, tree and mesh
topologies for various applications.

1.1.3 Low-power Consumption and Battery-Powered Design

ADAM-2000 is designed as a standalone device for applications that require longtime operation without maintenance. Therefore power consumption taken into consideration during its design. The ADAM-2000 not only follows the IEEE 802.15.4
standard for low-power consumption wireless communication, but also optimizes the
peripheral HW and FW design to achieve the uA-level power consumption: making it
capable of being powered using 2 AA Alkaline batteries.

1.1.4 Sensor Embedded Design

Sensor embedded design makes the ADAM-2000 even better in some specified and
compact applications. The ADAM-2031Z integrates a temperature and a humidity
sensor. The module is suitable for building automation, Green-house, environment
applications which require the specified sensors. With the batteries installed into the
ADAM-2031Z no extra wiring is required to power the module.

1.1.5 Wireless Signal Indicator

There are LEDs in the front of the panel to display the status of device. The LEDs can
indicate the device's status, wireless signal strength, battery power level and error
conditions. With the LEDs, users can easily check the status of the ADAM-2000 by
pressing a button on the side of the ADAM-2000.

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PHY and MAC layers. The working RF are 868MHz for USA, 918MHz for EU and
2.4GHz for World Wide.

1.1.6 Industrial Standard Modbus Protocol

Modbus is an industrial standard serial communication protocol, and a commonly
available way of connecting industrial electronic devices. Modbus allows for communication between many devices connected to the same network. Modbus RTU is
used in serial communication and makes use of a compact binary representation of
the data for protocol communication. The RTU format follows the commands/data
with a cyclic redundancy check checksum as an error check mechanism to ensure
the reliability of data.

1.1.7 SCADA Software Support

ADAM-2000 supports industrial standard Modbus protocol and can be integrated into
Advantech HMI- WOP, SCADA - WebAccess and 3rd party HMI. With the different
ADAM-2000 modules, it is able to acquire signal from digital input, analog input, temperature, humidity and concentration then the signals can be apply to your application.

1.1.8 Advantech Software Alignment

As with all other ADAM devices, the ADAM-2000 series is integrated into the AdamApax .NET Utility, therefore users will have an identical user experience. With the powerful Advantech software, only a few steps are required to search and configure the
ADAM-2000 series.

1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 ADAM-2000 Series Hardware Specification

IEEE Standards: IEEE 802.15.4

Modulation Type: OQPSK
Frequency Band: 2.4GHz ~ 2.4835GHz
Channels: 11 - 26
RF Data Rate: 250 kbps
Transmit Power: 3dBm (1.6mW) & 19dBm(79mW)
Receiver Sensitivity: -97 dBm
Transmission Power:
ADAM-2017Z, ADAM-2031Z, 2051Z: 3 1dBm
ADAM-2051PZ, 2510Z, 2520Z: 19 1dBm
Outdoor Range:
ADAM-2017Z, ADAM-2031Z, 2051Z: 110m
ADAM-2051PZ, 2510Z, 2520Z: 1000m
Topology: Star/Tree/Mesh
Range Extenders: Maximum 5 Hops
Operating Temperature Range: -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)

Operating Temperature Range (Battery Powered): 0oC ~ 50oC (32oF~122oF)

Storage Temperature: -40oC ~ 85oC (-40oF~185oF)

Operation Humidity: 20% ~ 95%
Storage Humidity: 0% ~ 95%

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There are four types of LED status on the front panel of ADAM-2000 series.
1. Ext PWR: Green LED
2. Error: Red LED
3. Status: Yellow LED
4. Level Index:4x Amber LEDs

Table 1.2: LED Indicator Definitions

Name

Color

Ext PWR

Green

Error

Red

Status

Level Index

Yellow

Amber

LED Status Definition

On

External/USB Power Input

Off

No External/USB Power Input

Blinking

Error: Refer to Appendix C for more information

Off

No error

On

Initial Mode

Off

Normal Mode

Blinking

Configure Pairing ID (Initial Mode)

On

LQI Level, Battery Level, Pair ID, Modbus ID.

Refer to the Table 3.1 for more detail.

Off

No LQI / Battery Level

Blinking

Selected Pair ID

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Figure 1.3 LED Indicators

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1.2.2 LED Status

1.2.3 Wireless Communication Range

Thought the wireless technology brings the advantage of flexibility, cost-effective wiring and easy deployment, but users must understand its limitations to enjoy the benefits of the wireless technology.
The Link Quality Indicator (LQI) of the ADAM-2000 displays how the facts below
affect the wireless signal. Its indicator represents the Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI) and the retransmission times of a packet. The better the LQI, the better
the wireless data packet transmission quality. The limitation of the wireless communication range depends on following factors:

Transmission power
Interference
Antenna Performance
Altitude above Ground

Note!

Receiver sensitivity
Line of Sight
Shelter
Free Space Loss

For more information on these factors, contact your supplier.

1.2.4 Selecting Topology

Usually, when building a network solution, the user has to take into consideration the
topology that will be used since different topologies have different characteristics.
The ADAM-2000 series provides start, tree and mesh topologies. No further configuration is required, the ADAM-2000 series will automatically associate the network by
the locations of the ADAM-2000 series units. Users may select the correct topology
and install ADAM-2000s for their application systems. See the image below and
Table 1.3 provide the illustrations and characteristics comparison table of the three
topologies.

Table 1.3: Topology Comparison Table

Topology

Star

Tree

Mesh

Power Consumption

Low

Medium

High

Installation Fee

Low

Medium

High

Network Coverage

Small

Large

Large

Network Capability

Small

Large

Large

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Figure 1.4 ADAM-2000 Series Dimensions

1.4 Mounting
ADAM-2000 series modules are designed as compact units and are allowed to be
installed in the field site with the following methods.

1.4.1 Panel Mounting

Each ADAM-2000 Module is packed with a plastic panel mounting bracket. Users
can refer the dimensions of the bracket to configure an optimal placement in a panel
or cabinet. Fix the bracket first, then, fix the ADAM-2000 module on the bracket.

Figure 1.5 Panel Mounting Dimensions

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The ADAM-2000 module can also be secured to the cabinet by using mounting rails.
Fix the ADAM-2000 module with the DIN-rail adapter as Figure 1.6. Then secure it on
the DIN-rail as Figure 1.7. If you mount the module on a rail, you should also consider
using end brackets at each end of the rail. The end brackets help keep the modules
from sliding horizontally along the rail.

Figure 1.7 Fixed ADAM-2000 to DIN rail

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Figure 1.6 Fixing ADAM-2000 to DIN rail adaptor

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1.4.2 DIN-rail Mounting

1.5 Wiring & Connections

This section provides basic information of wiring the power supply, I/O units, communication units, and network connection.

1.5.1 Power Supply Wiring

You can choose power supply type with 3 types: external power terminal, USB port,
and battery for ADAM-2520Z gateway, other devices can use external power or battery to get power.
When you want to set up ADAM-2520Z gateway, please see as a wireless receiver to
use USB or RS-485 to do data transfer between router or end-device.

Note!

On the base of the ADAM-2520Z, if you want to receive power from the
USB port move the switch to left, if you want to get power from external
power input, move the switch to the right. Do this before plugging in the
cable.

1.5.1.1 External Power Input

Although the ADAM-2000 systems are designed for a standard industrial unregulated
24 VDC power supply, they accept any power unit that supplies within the range of
+10 to +30 VDC. The power supply ripple must be limited to 200mV peak-to-peak,
and the immediate ripple voltage should be maintained between +10 and +30 VDC.
Screw terminals +Vs and GND are for power supply wiring.

Figure 1.8 Power Wiring Diagram

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Note!

The batteries will not be charged when using external input power.

Note!

If both external power input and battery power exist at the same time,
that external power will have high priority of main power source.

Note!

ADAM-2510Z router and ADAM-2520Z gateway are always in normal

transmission mode during operation, and which power consumption will
be higher than other end devices to shorten battery life, therefore, suggest ADAM-2510Z and ADAM-2520Z adopt external power input for
main power source and battery power for backup power source.

1.5.2 I/O Module Wiring

The system uses a plug-in screw terminal block as the interface between I/O modules and external devices. When connecting external devices to the I/O modules, follows the guideline below.
1. The maximum wire diameter allowed for the terminal block is 0.5 mm to 2.5 mm.
2. Always use an integrity wire.
3. Keep wires as short as possible.
4. Use wire trays or wire holders to secure wires.
5. Avoid running wires close to high energy wiring.
6. Keep input wiring and output wiring apart.
7. Avoid any sharp bend to the wires.
8. Follow the (+) and (-) symbols on the side panel to wire correctly.

1.5.3 Communication Wiring

In a WPAN, only the Gateway needs to connect to a host. The ADAM-2520Z is the
Wireless Sensor Network Modbus RTU Gateway of the ADAM-2000 series and provides RS-422/485 and USB interfaces to connect to host. Users can choose one of
the interfaces by pushing the switch to RS-422/485 or USB position.

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1.5.1.3 Battery Power Slot

The ADAM-2000 series can be powered by batteries. Remove the name plate in the
front of the ADAM-2000 series device and install 2 AA Alkaline batteries for backup
power or standard operation (depends on the power consumption of the devices).
The ADAM-2000 is powered by batteries only if the external power is not available.

Chapter 1

1.5.1.2 ADAM-2520Z Basic Configuration with USB Power Supply

To use the USB cable as a power supply from a PC, connect the A Type USB connector to the computer and the other end (USB Type B) to the ADAM-2520Z Gateway.

Figure 1.9 RS-422/485 and USB interface of ADAM-2520Z.

Figure 1.10 Wiring Diagram for ADAM-2520Z

Figure 1.11 ADAM-2051Z/2051PZ Wet Contact Closure Input Wiring Diagram

Figure 1.12 ADAM-2051Z/2051PZ Dry Contact Closure Input Wiring Diagram

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2

Selecting Your
Hardware

2.1 Selecting an ADAM-2000 Module

Communication Module

ADAM-2520Z, ADAM-2510Z

I/O Module

ADAM-2017Z, ADAM-2051Z, ADAM-2051PZ

Sensor Module

ADAM-2031Z

2.1.1 Selecting a Communication Module

Communication modules are fundamental when needing to perform data acquisition
and control Wireless Sensor Networks systems. There are two types of communications modules: the coordinator and the router.
A coordinator is essential to associate an Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN)
and as a data collector of the WPAN. Only one coordinator available in a specified
WPAN of a specified RF channel. A coordinator also acts as a gateway to translate
data packets between two different networks.
The router is optional in a PAN. The major function of a router is to repeat the wireless signal to improve the LQI. With routers, a PAN can be easily extended. More
routers in a PAN means larger coverage and capacity of the network.

Table 2.1: Communication Module Selection Guidelines

Choose this communication module: Description
Router

Routers as a wireless signal repeater extends the

transmission range and communication quality

Gateway

A gateway collects wireless data from the end

node and translate to other communication protocols, such as Modbus RTU.

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To organize an ADAM-2000 series remote data acquisition and control system, you
need to select proper I/O or sensor modules to connect to field devices or processes
that you have previously determined.

Table 2.2: I/O Selection Guidelines

For these types of field devices or
operations (examples):

Description:

Selector switches Push buttons

Photoelectric eyes
Limit switches
Circuit breakers
Proximity switches
Level switches
Motor starter contacts
Relay contacts
Thumb wheel switches

Input modules sense:

On/Off signals or Open/
Closed signals.

Digital Input Node

Thermocouple signals
RTD signals
Temperature transducers,
Pressure transducers
Load
Cell transducers
Humidity transducers
Flow transducers,
Potential meters

Convert continuous
analog signals into digital
input values for host device

Analog Input Node

2.1.3 Selecting a Sensor Module

Table 2.3: Sensor Mode Selection
Choose this For these types of field devices or
I/O module: operations (examples):
Sensors Node

Temperature measurement
Humidity measurement

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Description:
Directly measure the physical signal
without any conversion.

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Choose this I/O

module:

Chapter 2

2.1.2 Selecting an I/O

2.2 Selecting an Operator Interface

To complete your data acquisition and control system, selecting an operator interface
is necessary. Adopting the Modbus protocol, ADAM-2000 series I/O modules exhibit
high ability in system integration for various applications. For reading the real-time
status of ADAM-2000 series modules anywhere without any engineering effort, there
is a lot of third-party Modbus software available.
To integrate ADAM-2000 series I/O with HMI, Human Machine Interface, software in
a SCADA, Supervisory Control and Data acquisition, system, there are a lot of HMI
software packages which support Modbus driver.
Advantech Studio
Advantech WebAccess
Wonderware InTouch
Intellution Fix of I-Fix
Any other software which supports the Modbus protocol

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3

Installation Guide

3.1 Determining the Proper Environment

Prior to installing ADAM-2000 series modules, please check the following.

3.1.1 Package Contents

Unpack the package and make sure that the contents include:
ADAM-2000 series module
2 dBi antenna (ADAM-2520Z, ADAM-2510Z, ADAM-2051PZ only)
2 x Mounting kits
ADAM-2000 series CD (User manual, datasheet, Quick start guide and AdamApax .NET Utility)

3.1.2 System Requirements

IBM PC compatible computer with at least 486 CPU (Pentium recommended)

Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista and 7 (32/64Bit)
At least 32 MB RAM
20 MB of hard disk space available
VGA color monitor
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Mouse or other pointing devices
Power Supply for ADAM-2000 Series (+10 ~ +30 VDC Unregulated) or 2 AA
Alkaline batteries

3.1.3 Perform a Wireless Sensor Network

Coordinator, Router and End Device are three basic elements of the Wireless Sensor
Network. Each of them has different functions. All the nodes have to set the same
PAN ID and RF channel to perform the communication.
A Coordinator is essential to associate a PAN of the Wireless Sensor Network in a
specific PAN ID and RF channel. It is also a data collector of the PAN and usually
works as a gateway to translate wireless data into any other data formats, such as
Modbus RTU.
A router is optional in a PAN. It works as a wireless repeater to enhance the wireless
signal strength and selects the optimistic path for a end node to route data back to
the coordinator. A PAN with routers can make the network work as tree or mesh
topology.

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Figure 3.1 The Architecture of the Wireless Sensor Network

Chapter 3

An End Device (End Node) is the basic element to acquire the physical signals and
data from I/O, sensor and even communication interface. It can be designed for
many different functions and is possible for standalone applications by battery-power.

3.2 Establish the Connection

3.2.1 Basic Installation
In the side of the ADAM-2000 series, users can find Mode Switch and Function
Button. The two hardware keys contain several combinations for device operations.
The default position of Mode Switch is set in the Initial Mode to configure the device
and establish connection for Normal Mode.
It is easily to use the ADAM-2000 series with default configuration. Push the Mode
Switch on the side of ADAM-2000 devices to Normal position then the PAN can be
operated to collect data from modules. The ADAM-2000 series also provides
advanced functions for further operations.
Initial Mode
The Initial Mode is for user to configure parameters of the ADAM-2000 devices.
While the device is in the Initial Mode, Status LED turns on.
1. Push the Mode Switch to the Initial position.
2. Open the AdamApax .NET Utility to search and configure the ADAM-2000
devices.
Normal Mode
After all the ADAM-2000 devices are configured in the same PAN ID and channel,
push the Mode Switch to Normal position to perform the Wireless Sensor Network.
Connection Steps in Initial Mode:

3.2.1.1 Coordinator
1. Power on.
2. All LEDs turn on for 0.5 second then turn off.
3. Status LED turns on, Error LED blinks.
4. Level Index turns on to indicate Pair ID 1. (Pair ID will automatically count if
there is a coordinator nearby.
5. Error LED turns off when it hosts a PAN.

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5.

6.

7.

Level Index turns on to indicate Pair ID 1. (Pair ID needs to be properly

configured if there are coordinators. For advanced settings, please refer to section 3.3)
If the Coordinator Pair ID is not 1, hold the Function Button for 2 seconds to
reboot your router or end-devices, then press Function Button 5 times to enter
Pair ID selection, the click N times according the Coordinator Pair ID, then hold
the Function Button for 2 seconds to confirm your setting, finally press the
Function Button 3 times to join a PAN.
Error LED turns off when it join a PAN.

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3.2.1.2 Router/End Device

Routers and End Devices must have to associate with corresponding Pair ID Coordinator in Initial Mode to build up the wireless communication. The function is for
Router and End Devices only.
1. Power on.
2. All LEDs turn on for 0.5 second then turn off.
3. Press the
Function Button 3 times to join a PAN with the default Pair ID 1.
4. Status LED turns on, Error LED blinks.

Once the Coordinator, Routers and End Devices are connected in the same Pair ID
then all devices can be configured through AdamApax .NET Utility for Normal Mode
operation. (For detailed operation and functionality of AdamApax .NET Utility, please
refer to Chapter 4.) Push the
Mode Switch to the Normal position to reboot
the device to Normal Mode.

Note!

To set up the Coordinator, Routers and End Devices, make sure they
are in the same mode, otherwise they can't be configured.

3.2.1.3 Router and End Device Connection Network limitation

When we adopt a large number of ADAM-2000 devices in one application architecture, which may cause low network performance or data package transmission collision. Assume ADAM-2520Z like a funnel which receives data around routers and end
devices, if setting too fast transmission interval that will generate high data package
transmission collision during the transmission then affect network performance and
data receiving.
The images below comparisons between Multi-End Device performance and the
relationship between Multi-End Devices and Routers. Their purpose is to assist the
user in installing the ADAM-2000 devices in a proper network configuration and operation.

Figure 3.2 Multi-End Device Network performance

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3.2.2 ADAM-2000 Series Installation Flowcharts

The following flowcharts are designed to tell you how to install the ADAM-2000 models.
3.2.2.1 ADAM-2000 Series Installation Overview
The section describes how to host a WPAN for the ADAM-2000 series. The coordinator, end devices are basic component for the wireless data acquisition system. Routers are optional to enhance the network coverage and mesh mechanism. Please
refer to the following flowchart for the overview of the ADAM-2000 installation, configuration and operation.

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Figure 3.3 Multi-End Device and Router Network Relationship

Install power of
ADAM-2000
devices.

No

Coordinator host a PAN in

Initial Mode

All ADAM-2000 devices

setup ready to perform a
PAN.

Yes
Routers and End Devices
join the PAN in Initial Mode

Connect the coordinator to

the PC.

Open AdamApax .NET Utility

to configure the Coordinator,
Routers and End Devices for
Normal Mode.

Set the Coordinator, Routers

and End Devices to Normal
Mode. All the ADAM-2000
devices set in the same PAN
and RF channel will
automatically associate the
PAN for data acquisition.

Figure 3.4 ADAM-2000 Installation Chart

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Install Power

Installation Guide

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

Connect to PC through
USB or RS-422/485

All LEDs turn On

(Green LED turns on while powering by
external/USB power)

Initial Mode:
Status LED turns on,
Error LED blinks.

No

Configured ready for

Normal Mode

Yes

Normal Mode:
Status LED turns off,
Error LED blinks.

No
Error LED turns off

Error LED turns off

No

Yes

Yes

Successfully host a
PAN with default PAN
ID and RF channel then
Amber LED turns on
indicating Pair ID.

Successfully host a
PAN with user defined
PAN ID and RF channel
then Amber LED turns
on indicating Modbus
ID.

Open AdamApax.NET
Utility to configure the
ADAM-2000 series,
please refer to the
chapter 4 for more
information.

Collect and transmit

data/signal from end
nodes to host.

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3.2.2.2 Coordinator Configuration Flowchart

The section tells the user how to setup the Coordinator to host a PAN for a wireless
sensor network.

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3.2.2.3 Router Configuration Flowchart

The section tells the user how to setup the Router to enhance the wireless communication range and coverage of a PAN for a wireless sensor network.

Install Power

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

Initial Mode:
Status LED turns on

Join PAN with

Pair ID 1

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

All LEDs turn On

(Green LED turns on while powering by
external power)

No

No

Configured ready for

Normal Mode

Yes

Normal Mode:
Status LED turns off,
Error LED blinks.

Press Function Button 5

times to change Pair ID.

Yes
Press Function Button 3
times to join the PAN.
Amber LED turns on.
Error LED blinks.

Error LED turns off

Yes

No

Successfully join a PAN

with user defined PAN
ID and RF channel.

Error LED turns off

Yes

Repeat and pass data/

signal from end nodes
to coordinator.

Successfully join a PAN

with default PAN ID and
RF channel. Amber
LED indicating Pair ID.

Open AdamApax .NET

Utility to configure the
ADAM-2000 series,
refer to Chapter 4 for
more information.

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No

Install Power

Initial Mode:
Status LED turns on,

Join PAN with

Pair ID 1

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

All LEDs turn On

(Green LED turns on while powering by
external/USB power)

No

No

Configured ready for

Normal Mode

Installation Guide

Please refer to
Appendix C for
troubleshooting.

Yes

Normal Mode:
Status LED turns off,
Error LED blinks.

Press Function Button 5

times to change Pair ID.

Yes
Press Function Button 3
times to join the PAN.
Amber LED turns on.
Error LED blinks.

Error LED turns off

No

Yes

No

Successfully join a PAN

with user defined PAN
ID and RF channel.

Error LED turns off

Yes

Successfully join a PAN

with default PAN ID and
RF channel. Amber
LED indicating Pair ID.

Transmit data/signal to
Coordinator.

Open AdamApax .NET

Utility to configure the
ADAM-2000 series,
refer to Chapter 4 for
more information.

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3.2.2.4 End Device Configuration Flowchart

The section tells the user how to setup the End Devices to do data acquisition of a
PAN for a wireless sensor network.

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3.3.1 Link Quality Indicator
The LQI represents the wireless signal index and can assist the user to install the
ADAM-2000 devices in proper location for good communication quality. The LQI
function is only available for Router and End Devices. Press the Function Button
once and the Level Index in the front panel will turn on to indicate the level of LQI.

Table 3.1: Level of LQI

Level Index Conditions
4 LEDs on
3 LEDs on
2 LEDs on
1 LED on
No LED on, Error LED blinks

Description
Excellent
Good
Normal
Poor
No Signal

3.3.2 Battery Level

All ADAM-2000 devices are all designed to be used with batteries. Users can install
two AA Alkaline batteries for extended operation or back-up power. Press the Function Button twice and the Level Index in the front panel will turn on to indicate the
level of battery power./

Table 3.2: Level of battery power

Level Index Conditions

Description

4 LEDs on
3 LEDs on
2 LEDs on
1 LED on
No LED on, Error LED blinks

Excellent
Good
Normal
Poor
Low battery

Percentage of
Battery
100%~ 81%
80%~ 61%
60%~ 41%
40%~ 21%
Below 21%

3.3.3 Associating Devices

Routers and End Devices must have to associate with corresponding Pair ID Coordinator in Initial Mode to build up the wireless communication. The function is for
Router and End Devices only.
1. Press the Function Button 3 times to join a PAN with specific Pair ID Coordinator.
2. Status LED turns on, Error LED blinks.
3. Level LED turns on to indicate the Pair ID to associate with.
4. Error LED turns off when it joins a PAN.

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3.3.5 Reboot
Press the Function Button for over 3 seconds to reboot the device.

3.3.6 Button Function Table

Table 3.3: Button Functions
Press Button

Function

2 secs

Reboot/Confirm

Once

Link Quality Indicator

2 Times

Battery Level

3 Times

Network Association

5 Times

Pair ID Selection

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In the Initial Mode, Routers and End Devices must be associated with the corresponding Coordinator. The function is for Router and End Devices only.
1. Press the Function Button 5 times to enter the change Pair ID mode.
2. Status LED blinks
3. Level Index LED turns on to indicate Pair ID.
4. Press the Function Button once to change Pair ID.
5. Press and hold the Function Button for over 3 seconds to save and confirm the
Pair ID.
6. Press the Function Button 3 times to associate with specific Pair ID Coordinator.
7. Error LED turns off when it join a PAN.

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3.3.4 Pairing

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Chapter
4

Software
Configuration Guide

4.1 System Software Configuration Utility

The AdamApax .NET Utility software offers a graphical interface that helps you configure the ADAM-2000 series. It is also very convenient to test and monitor your
remote data acquisition and control system. The following guidelines will give you
some brief instructions on how to use this Utility. Before installing the ADAM.NET
Utility, remember to first install .NET Framework 3.5 or later from Microsoft website.

4.2 Installing AdamApax .NET Utility Software

Caution! 1.

Make sure both coordination and devices are in Initial Mode

2.

Ensure that you are using a minimum of Windows 2000, XP or

Windows 7

3.

Before installing ADAM.NET Utility, you need to install the .NET

Framework 3.5 or later.

Advantech provides a free download of AdamApax .NET Utility software for module
operation and configuration. You can find the Utility installation file in the CD with your
module, or on our website at: http://www.advantech.com and click the Download
Area under Service & Support to get the latest version of the ADAM.NET Utility. Once
you download and setup the Utility software, there will be a shortcut of the Utility program on the desktop.

4.3 AdamApax .NET Utility Operation

After you have successfully installed AdamApax.NET Utility, there will be one shortcut icon on the desktop. Double click the shortcut icon that you should be able to see
the operation window.

Figure 4.1 AdamApax .NET Utility Operation Window

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Menus
The menus at the top of the operation window contain:

Tools Menu:
1. Search - Search all the ADAM-2000, ADAM-4000, ADAM-5000, ADAM-6000
and WSN-4000 modules you connected.
2. Add Devices to Group - You can add ADAM-2000 modules to your favorite
group by this option. You need to select the device you want to add in the Module Tree Display area (it will be described below) first, and then select this
option to add.
3. Print Screen - You can save current AdamApax .NET Utility screen into an
image file by this option.
Setup Menu:
1. Favorite Group - You can configure your favorite group including add one new
device, modify or delete one current device, sort current devices and diagnose
connection to one device.
2. Refresh COM and LAN node - AdamApax .NET Utility will refresh the serial and
LAN network connection situation.
3. Add COM Port Tree Nodes - This option is used to add serial COM ports in
AdamApax.NET Utility.
4. Show TreeView - Check this option to display the Module Tree Display area.
Help Menu:
1. Check Up-to-Date on the Web - Choose this option, it will automatically connect
to Advantech download website.You can download the latest utility there.
2. About AdamApax .NET Utility- Choose this option, you can see version of
AdamApax .NET Utility installed on your computer.

Note!

The Favorite Group function is for the ADAM-4000, ADAM-5000/TCP and

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File Menu:
1. Open Favorite Group - You can configure your favorite group and save the configuration into one file. Using this option, you can load your configuration file for
favorite group.
2. Save Favorite Group - You can configure your favorite group and save the configuration into one file. Using this option, you can save your favorite group into
one configuration file.
3. Auto-Initial Group - If you want to have the same favorite group configuration
when you exit AdamApax .NET Utility and launch it again, you need to check
this option.
4. Exit - Exit AdamApax.NET Utility.

Chapter 4

The operation window consists of four areas --- the Menus, the Toolbar, the Module
Tree Display Area and the Status Display Area.

Toolbar
There are 7 graphical icons on the toolbar for 7 common used options of Menus. Figure 4.2 below shows definition for each graphical icon.

Print Screen
Monitor Stream/Event Data
Terminal for Command Testing
Add Devices to Group
Search Modules
Save Favorite Group
Open Favorite Group

Figure 4.2 AdamApax .NET Utility Toolbar

Module Tree Display Area
AdamApax .NET Utility is one complete software tool that all ADAM remote I/O module and controller can be configured and operated in this utility. The Module Tree
Display is on the left part of the utility operation window. There are five categories in
the Module Tree Display Area:
Serial
All serial I/O Modules (ADAM-4000 and ADAM-5000 RS-485 serial modules)
connected to the host PC will be listed in this category.
Ethernet
All Ethernet I/O Modules (ADAM-6000 and ADAM-5000 TCP modules) connected to the host PC will be listed in this category.
ADAM-4500_5510 Series
This is a DOS interface utility for remote controllers such as ADAM-4500 and
ADAM-5510 series.
Favorite Group
You can define which devices listed in the three categories above into your personal favorite group. This will make you easier to find your interested modules.
Right click on the ADAM device item under the Favorite Group item and you can
select New >> Group to create a new group. After you create your own group,
right click on your group and select New >> Adam device to add ADAM
devices into your group. You can also select Diagnose connection to check
the communication.
Wireless Sensor Networks
The category contains the WSN-4000 and ADAM-2000 series. You can connect
the WSN-4000 and ADAM-2000 series, through the serial interface. The WSN4000 and ADAM-2000 series will be listed for further configuration.
Status Display Area
Status Display area, on the right part of utility operation window, is the main screen
for operation. When you select different items in Module Tree Display, Status Display will change dependently. You can do all configurations and test in this area.

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The ADAM-2000 series can be searched and configured through AdamApax .NET
Utility. Make sure the ADAM-2000 devices are installed properly in Initial Mode. For
more information, please refer to the section 3.2.
The supported Wireless Sensor Networks Modules are listed in the information page
.

Step 1
Connect a USB cable between the ADAM-2520Z and the PC, and the system will
pop out message to install new device, find the USB folder to select USB chip driver
in out CD.

Base on your PC for 32 bit or 64 bit to select your suitable USB chip driver, then PC
will auto install. After install finished, you can see which port your system get in
device manager like bellow one. (Note: base on your system, this picture just for
sample)

Then restart the AdamApax .NET Utility.

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Figure 4.3 ADAM-2000 Series AdamApax .NET Utility Support

If the user wants to use USB cable to connection with AdamApax .NET Utility on PC,
they need to install USB chip driver in CD.

Chapter 4

4.3.1 Search and Configure the ADAM-2000 Series

Click the Serial in the Wireless Sensor Networks category then click right button to
select the Refresh Subnode to search the virtual COM port on the host PC.

Figure 4.4 Search the USB interface ADAM-2000 devices on the host PC for the
virtual COM port.
Click the COM port then click right button to select the "Search" to find the ADAM2000 devices.

Figure 4.5 Search the COM port for the ADAM-2000 devices.

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The ADAM-2000 coordinators will be listed on the Tree View of the selected COM
port.

Figure 4.7 Searching the ADAM-2000 coordinators.

If you also want to connect ADAM-2000 series to utility at the same time,
1.
Make sure they are in initial mode
2.
Set PAN ID in the same group

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Figure 4.6 Searching the network dialog

Chapter 4

The Searching the network dialog will pop up, click Start to search the ADAM2000 devices. The AdamApax .NET Utility search the ADAM-2000 Coordinators from
Initial mode Modbus ID 241(F1h)-244(F4h) [for Normal mode Modbus ID
245(F5h)-249(F5h)], refer to Appendix B.2 for more information.

Bellow picture is router or end-device signal label for you reference, it also list on
ADAM-2000 series part.
Press Button

Function

2 seconds

Reboot / Confirm

1 time

Link Quality Indicator

2 times

Battery Level

3 times

Associate

5 times

Pair ID

Note!

ADAM-2520Z each time you turn to initial mode, beware its Pair ID
would be changed because system will depend on your wireless environment to get Pair ID to avoid ID conflict. So must make sure your
device using same Pair ID and in same group.

While the searching is done, the ADAM-2000 devices will be listed on the Tree View
with information and parameter pages. The ADAM-Router folder lists routers under
the coordinator (Gateway). The ADAM-End Device folder lists end devices also
under the coordinator (Gateway).

Figure 4.8 ADAM-2000 devices lists on the Tree View and Information page.

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Folder of ADAM-Router lists the ADAM-2000 routers in Tree View and List View of
Router page. The page contains an overview of the routers and the status.

Figure 4.10 The overview of ADAM-2000 routers

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Figure 4.9 The overview of ADAM-2000 end devices.

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Folder of ADAM-End Device lists the ADAM-2000 end devices in Tree View and List
View of End Device page. The page contains an overview of the end devices and the
status.

4.3.1.1 Gateway - ADAM-2520Z

Click the ADAM-2520Z, it will display the Information and Wireless Configuration
pages.
In the Information page:
1. User can download the firmware to the ADAM-2520Z if there is any upgrade
firmware from the Advantech.
2. User can modify the COM port parameters for Normal Mode.

Figure 4.11 Information page of ADAM-2520Z

Select the "Wireless Configuration" page.
1. Set PAN ID and RF Channel to host a PAN for wireless communication in Normal Mode.
2. Set Slave ID for Modbus communication in Normal Mode.

Figure 4.12 Wireless Configuration page of the ADAM-2520Z.

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Router - ADAM-2510Z
Click the ADAM-2510Z, it will display the Information, Wireless Configurations and
Device Status. In the Information page, users can download the firmware to the
ADAM-2510Z if there is any upgrade firmware from the Advantech.

In the Wireless Configuration page, set PAN ID and RF Channel to host a PAN for
wireless communication in Normal Mode.

Figure 4.14 Wireless Configuration page of ADAM-2510Z

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Figure 4.13 Information page of ADAM-2510Z

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4.3.1.2

In the Device Status page, user can check the Module Status, Link Quality, Battery
Status and External Power of a device.

Figure 4.15 The Device Status page of the ADAM-2510Z

4.3.1.3 End Device - ADAM-2017Z, ADAM-2031Z, ADAN-2051Z, ADAM-2051PZ
Click the ADAM End device icon, it will display the Information and Wireless
Configuration pages in Status Display area. In the Information page, user can
download the firmware to the ADAM End device if have any upgrade firmware from
Advantech.

Figure 4.16 Information Page

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In the Device Status page, user can check the Module Status, Link Quality, Battery
Status and External Power of a device.

Figure 4.18 The Device Status page

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Figure 4.17 Wireless Configuration page

Chapter 4

In the Wireless Configuration page:

1. Set PAN ID and RF Channel to host a PAN for wireless communication in Normal Mode.
2. The Duty Cycle is the transmit interval of the device, the device can update the
data by 1 second to 1 day.

In the Signal page, user can check the physical value and Modbus address of the
device by related channel or sensor.

Figure 4.19 The Signal page

In the Information page, user can download the firmware to the ADAM device if there
is any upgrade firmware from Advantech.

4.3.2 Network Topology of ADAM-2000 Series

After the ADAM-2000 devices have been discovered, all the devices will be listed on
the Tree View and the Topology also lists the relations between devices in advance.
Click the Topology, the relations of ADAM-2000 devices will be illustrated in the
Topology page. There are three components with model name and status listed on
the Topology. The "C" represents the role of Coordinator, the "R" represents the role
of Router and the "E" represents the role of End Device. You can scroll position on
the screen using a mouse.

Figure 4.20 Topology of the ADAM-2000 series

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Figure 4.21 Topology of ADAM-2000 network with specific background image

Chapter 4

The function allows user to put a picture on the background and drag the components to any positions of the background. With the function, user can easily maintain
and check the status of the ADAM-2000 network.

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Appendix
A

Module Introduction

A.1 Communication Modules

A.1.1 ADAM-2510Z
Wireless Sensor Network Router Node
ADAM-2510Z is a wireless signal repeater / router which is used to extend communication range between the coordinator/gateway and the end device.
A.1.1.1 ADAM-2510Z Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 19 1dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain: 2 dBi
Outdoor Range: 1000 m
Topology: Star/ Tree/ Mesh
Function: Router
General:
Connectors:1x plug-in terminal block (#14~22 AWG)
Power Input: Unregulated 10 ~ 30 VDC

Battery Input: 2 x AA Alkaline

Power Consumption:
0.8 W @ 24 VDC
0.3 W @ 3 VDC (2x AA Alkaline Batteries)

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature:
External Power -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Battery Power 0C ~ 50C (32F ~ 122F)
Storage Temperature:-40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Note!

ADAM-2510Z router and ADAM-2520Z gateway are always in normal

transmission mode during operation, and which power consumption will
be higher than other end devices to shorten battery life, therefore, suggest ADAM-2510Z and ADAM-2520Z adopt external power input for
main power source and battery power for backup power source.

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Wireless Sensor Network Modbus RTU Gateway

The ADAM-2520Z is designed as a gateway to translate the IEE 802.15.4 WPAN to
Modbus Network. In a WPAN, the ADAM-2520Z works as a coordinator to collect and
translate data from end devices to host PC.
A.1.2.1 Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 19 1dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97 dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain: 2 dBi
Outdoor Range: 1000 m
Topology: Star/ Tree/ Mesh
Network Capacity: 32 nodes (Routers & End Devices)*
Range Extenders: Maximum 5 Hops
Function: Coordinator
*Note: Based on user's configuration
General:
Connector:
1x plug-in terminal block (#14-22 AWG)
1x USB-type A connector (type A to B cable provide)
Protocol: Modbus RTU
Power Input: Unregulated10 ~ 30 VDC

Battery Input: 2 x AA Alkaline

Power Consumption:
0.8 W @ 24 VDC
0.5 W @ 5 VDC (USB)
0.3 W @ 3 VDC (2x AA Alkaline Batteries)

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature:
External Power -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Battery Power 0C ~ 50C (32F ~ 122F)
Storage Temperature: -40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Note!

ADAM-2510Z router and ADAM-2520Z gateway are always in normal

transmission mode during operation, and which power consumption will
be higher than other end devices to shorten battery life, therefore, suggest ADAM-2510Z and ADAM-2520Z adopt external power input for
main power source and battery power for backup power source.

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A.1.2 ADAM-2520Z

A.2 I/O and Sensor Modules

A.2.1 ADAM-2017Z
Wireless Sensor Network 6-ch Analog Input Node
The ADAM-2017Z is an analog input data acquisition module with 6 channels to
measure the voltage and current.
A.2.1.1 Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 31 dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97 dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain: 2 dBi
Outdoor Range: 110 m
Topology: Star / Tree / Mesh
Transmission Interval: 1 second ~ 24 hours
Function: End Device
General:
Connector: 1x plug-in terminal block (#14-22 AWG)
Power Input: Unregulated 10 ~ 30 VDC

Battery Input: 2 x AA Alkaline

Power Consumption: 0.3 W @ 24 VDC

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature:
External Power -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Battery Power 0C ~ 50C (32F ~ 122F)
Storage Temperature: -40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Analog Input
Channels: 6 (differential)
Input Impedance: > 10 M (voltage) 120 (current)
lnput Type: mV, V, mA
lnput Range: 150 mV, 500 mV, 1 V5 V, 10 V, 20 mA, 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA
Accuracy: 0.1% or Better (voltage) 0.2% or Better (current)
Span Drift: 25 ppm/C
Zero Drift: 6 V/C
Resolution: 16Bit
Sampling Rate: 12 sample/second (total)
CMR @ 50/60 Hz 100 dB
NMR @ 50/60 Hz 65 dB

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Wireless Sensor Network Temperature and Humidity Sensor Node

The ADAM-2031 is an end device embedded sensors to measure the temperature
and humidity physical signal.
A.2.2.1 Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 31 dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain:0 dBi
Outdoor Range: 110 m
Transmission Interval: 1 second ~ 24 hours
Function: End Device
General:
Connector: 1x plug-in terminal block (#14-22 AWG)
Power Input: Unregulated10 ~ 30 VDC

Battery Input: 2 x AA Alkaline

Power Consumption:
0.3 W @ 24 VDC
420 uW @ 3 VDC(1 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
240 uW @ 3 VDC (2 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
150 uW @ 3 VDC (5 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH (non-condensing)

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature:-20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Storage Temperature: -40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Temperature Sensor Input

Operating Range: -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Resolution: 0.02C (0.04F)
Accuracy: 1.0C (33.8F)(0.5C @ 0 ~ +35C)
Repeatability: 0.1C (0.4F)
Response Rate: 1C/min
Long Term Drift: < 0.04C/Year (0.07F/Year)
Humidity Sensor Input
Operating Range: 0 ~ 100% RH
Resolution: 0.15% RH
Accuracy: 3.0% RH
Repeatability: 0.1% RH
Response Time: 8 seconds (Achieving 63% of a step function)
Long Term Drift: 0.5% RH/Year

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A.2.2 ADAM-2031Z

A.2.3 ADAM-2051Z
Wireless Sensor Network 8-ch Digital Input Node
The ADAM-2051Z works as an end device provides 8-ch digital input.
A.2.3.1 ADAM-2051Z Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 31 dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97 dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain: 2 dBi
Outdoor Range: 110 m
Topology: Star / Tree / Mesh
Transmission Interval: 1 second ~ 24 hours
Function: End Device
General:
Connector: 1x plug-in terminal block (#14-22 AWG)
Power Input: Unregulated 10 ~ 30 VDC

Battery Input: 2 x AA Alkaline

Power Consumption:
0.3 W @ 24 VDC
380 uW @ 3 VDC (1 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
220 uW @ 3 VDC (2 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
130 uW @ 3 VDC (5 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature: -20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Storage Temperature: -40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Digital Input:
Channels: 8
Input Resistance: 10 KOhm
Supports wet and dry contacts
Input Level:
Logical level 0: 0 ~ 0.8 Vmax
Logical level 1:2.0 Vmin ~ 5.0 Vmax

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Wireless Sensor Network 8-ch Digital Input Node with Power Amplifier
The ADAM-2051PZ works as an end device provides 8-ch digital input with wireless
power amplifier for better transmission power and receive sensitivity to enhance
communication range and quality.
A.2.4.1 ADAM-2051PZ Specifications
Wireless:
IEEE Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Modulation Type: DSSS (OQPSK)
Frequency Band: ISM 2.4GHz (2.4 GHz ~ 2.4835 GHz)
Channels: 11-26
RF Data Rate: 250 Kbps
Transmit Power: 19 1 dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -97 dBm
Antenna Type: Dipole
Antenna Gain: 2 dBi
Outdoor Range: 1000 m
Topology: Star / Tree / Mesh
Transmission Interval: 1 second ~ 24 hours
Function: End Device
General:
Connectors: 1x Plug-in terminal block (#14-22 AWG)
Power Input: Unregulated 10 ~ 30 VDC

Power Consumption:
0.3 W @ 24 VDC
380 uW @ 3 VDC (1 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
220 uW @ 3 VDC (2 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)
130 uW @ 3 VDC (5 minute Tx interval with 2* AA Batteries)

Operating Humidity: 20 ~ 95% RH

Storage Humidity: 0 ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature:-20C ~ 70C (-4F ~ 157.9F)
Storage Temperature: -40C ~ 85C (-40F ~ 185F)

Digital Input
Channels: 8
Input Resistance: 10 KOhm
Supports wet and dry contacts
Input Level:
Logical level 0: 0 ~ 0.8 Vmax
Logical level 1: 2.0 Vmin ~ 5.0 Vmax

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Appendix
B

ADAM-2000 Series
Functions

B.1 Introduction
ADAM-2000 series supports Modbus RTU protocol and serves as Modbus slave
devices that takes commands from a Modbus master. Each module has its own
unique Modbus ID such that master can address each individual slave. The ADAM2000 series are the Modbus RTU ready communication solution for Wireless Sensor
Network data acquisition applications.

B.2 ADAM-2000 I/O Modbus Mapping Table

To use the Modbus devices properly, the Modbus ID, Function code, Register
Address and Value must be properly configured. In the session, you can find the
detail Modbus information of the ADAM-2000 series.

Table B.1: Modbus ID Table of ADAM-2000 series

Function

Modbus ID Range

Coordinator

241 ~ 244 (Initial Mode), 245 ~ 248(Normal Mode)

Router

1~240

End Device

1~240

B.2.1 ADAM-2520Z
Wireless Sensor Network Modbus RTU Gateway
03 Read Holding Register

Table B.2: ADAM-2520Z Mapping Table

Address 4x Description

Attribute

Value

40301

Read

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Module Status

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode

Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input
40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

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Wireless Sensor Network Router Node

03 Read Holding Register

Table B.3: ADAM-2510Z Mapping Table

Address 4x Description

Attribute Value

40301

Read

Module Status

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode
Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input

40302

LQI

Read

0x0000~0x00FF; 0x0000: No Signal,

0x00FF: Excellent

40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

40304

Device Inactive Period

0~51840; 0~51840 counts (5 seconds per

count), 0xFFFF: Over 3 days

B.2.3 ADAM-2017Z
Wireless Sensor Network 6-ch Analog Input Node
03 Read Holding Register

Table B.4: ADAM-2017Z Mapping Table

Address 4X Description

Attribute Value

40001

Channel 1

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40002

Channel 2

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40003

Channel 3

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40004

Channel 4

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40005

Channel 5

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40006

Channel 6

Read

0x0000~0xFFFF; Selected input range

40301

Module Status

Read

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode
Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input

40302

LQI

Read

0x0000~0x00FF; 0x0000: No Signal,

0x00FF: Excellent

40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

40304

Device Inactive Period

0~51840; 0~51840 counts (5 seconds per

count), 0xFFFF: Over 3 days

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B.2.2 ADAM-2510Z

B.2.4 ADAM-2031Z
Wireless Sensor Network Temperature and Humidity Sensors Node

Table B.5: ADAM-2031Z Mapping Table

Address 4X Description

Attribute

Value

40001

Read

0x0000 ~ 0xFFFF*

Temperature Input

40002

Humidity Input

Read

0x0000 ~ 0xFFFF**

40301

Module Status

Read

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode
Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input

40302

LQI

Read

0x0000~0x00FF; 0x0000: No Signal,

0x00FF: Excellent

40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

40304

Note!

Device Inactive Period Read

0~51840; 0~51840 counts (5 seconds

per count), 0xFFFF: Over 3 days

* The temperature T is calculated by inserting temperature signal output

ST into the following formula (result is in oC).

ST
T = 46.85 + 175.72x -----16
2

Note!

** The humidity RH is calculated by inserting humidity signal output

SRH into the following formula (result is in %RH)

S RH
RH = 6 + 125x -------16
2

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Wireless Sensor Network 8-ch Digital Input Node

Table B.6: ADAM-2051Z Mapping Table

Address 4X

Description

Attribute Value

40001

DI 0

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40002

DI 1

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40003

DI 2

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40004

DI 3

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40005

DI 4

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40006

DI 5

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40007

DI 6

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40008

DI 7

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40301

Module Status

Read

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode
Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input

40302

LQI

Read

40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000~0x00FF; 0x0000: No Signal,

0x00FF: Excellent
0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

40304

Device Inactive Period

Read

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0~51840; 0~51840 counts (5 seconds

per count), 0xFFFF: Over 3 days

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B.2.5 ADAM-2051Z

B.2.6 ADAM-2051PZ
Wireless Sensor Network 8-ch Digital Input Node with Power Amplifier

Table B.7: ADAM-2051PZ Mapping Table

Address 4X Description

Attribute

Value

40001

DI 0

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40002

DI 1

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40003

DI 2

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40004

DI 3

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40005

DI 4

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40006

DI 5

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40007

DI 6

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

40008

DI 7

Read

Bit0: 0; Off

Bit0: 1; On
Bit0: 1; On
40301

Module Status

Read

Bit0: 0; Initial Mode

Bit0: 1; Normal Mode
Bit1: 0; No External Power Input
Bit1: 1; External Power Input

40302

LQI

Read

0x0000~0x00FF; 0x0000: No Signal,

0x00FF: Excellent

40303

Battery Level

Read

0x0000; Low
0x4000; Poor
0x8000; Normal
0xC000; Good
0xFFFF; Excellent

40304

Device Inactive Period

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0~51840; 0~51840 counts (5 seconds

per count), 0xFFFF: Over 3 days

Appendix
C

Troubleshooting

C.1 Troubleshooting
Q1: Why is the Error LED blinking?
A1:
1. The Coordinator is not hosting a PAN yet. The PAN ID and Channel might be
occupied by another Coordinators. Change to different PAN ID and Channel in
initial mode.
2. The Router/End Device is not joining a PAN. Check if there is a coordinator with
specified PAN ID and Channel to join.
3. Battery level is low.
Q2: Why does the amber LED on Coordinator automatically add a count in initial
mode?
A2: The Coordinator will automatically add the Pair ID while there is another Coordinator nearby and can be detected.
Q3: What are the functions of the amber LEDs in Router and End Device?
A3:
1. Press side button 1 time for LQI.
2. Press side button 2 times for battery level.
3. Press side button 3 times for network association
4. Press side button 5 times to change the Pair ID to associate with the specified
Pair ID coordinator.
Q4: Why are all the amber LEDs on coordinator blinking while operating in initial
mode?
A4: Four Pair ID can be selected in initial mode of coordinators. If there are five coordinators set in initial mode at the same time, the last one will blink to indicate there
are no available Pair ID to use.
Q5: Does the ADAM-2520Z support the HW/SW flow control of serial communication?
A5: The ADAM-2520Z does not support the HW/SW flow control and the user application/software must turn off the HW/SW flow control.
Q6: Can I use the recharging battery as the ADAM-2000 series power input?
A6: The ADAM-2000 can use the Alkaline battery only. Besides, the Alkaline battery
will not be charged while using the external power.
Q7. Does the utility support Microsoft Windows 7 32 & 64 bit versions?
A7. Yes, AdamApax .NET Utility can support Microsoft Windows 7 32 & 64 bit versions from Advantech AdamApax .NET Utility Ver 2.04.00.

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1.
2.
3.
4.

When there are 4 set of devices being coordinated at the same time, the level
Index light will be lit by turns.
Devices in initial mode will in high power consumption status, beware of your
power status when using batteries.
When using the AdamApax .NET Utility the initial value of an ADAM-2051Z is 1.
The ADAM-2051Z also supports dry contacts.
If customers want to connect an ADAM-2000 model with SCADA software, they
can use AdamApax .NET Utility to get ADAM-2000 system parameters then
SCADA software can connect them according these parameters.
Note!

5.
6.
7.

ADAM-2000 models do not currently support Mod-scan. We will support

this feature in the future.
ADAM-2000 models do not currently support OPC sever., We will support this feature in the future.

ADAM-2000 models do not support the My Favorite function in the AdamApax

.NET Utility.
When two set of devices are to be coordinated at the same time, the second set
router and end-device connect to first set of devices.
When there are 2 sets of devices to coordinate with at the same time, they need
to reset power to re-initial PAN ID if they want to connect to another set.

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C.2 Notice

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