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This product is no longer available and has been replaced by: MD485. Some accessories, replacement parts, or services may still be available.
MD9 Multidrop Interface
Services Available
Repair No
Calibration No
Free Support No

Overview

Effective 1 January 2004, the MD9 Multidrop Interface was generally replaced for new multidrop applications by the MD485 Multidrop Interface. However, the MD9 remains available for customers with existing MD9 networks.

The MD9 Multidrop Interface links a computer to as many as 200 data loggers over a single coaxial cable. Each data logger in the network is connected to an MD9 that has a unique, user-assigned address. Communication between the computer and a specific data logger is routed through the MD9’s address allowing the rest of the network to remain in quiescent mode. Total coaxial cable length can be up to three miles; each MD9 in the network slightly reduces the maximum transmission distance.

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Detailed Description

Effective 1 January 2004, the MD9 Multidrop Interface was generally replaced for new multidrop applications by the MD485 Multidrop Interface. The MD9 remains available for customers who have MD9 networks currently deployed in the field. MD9s and MD485s can NOT be used in the same network.

The MD9 Multidrop Interface links a central computer to up to 200 data loggers on a single coaxial cable. Total cable length can be up to 3 miles. At least two MD9s are required within a network.

Specifications

Baud Rates 9600, 1200, 300 (hardware-selectable)
Current Drain
  • 1.2 mA (quiescent)
  • 80.0 mA (active)
Operating Voltage 5 Vdc (from the PS150 or SC532(A) interface)
Carrier Frequency 1.2 MHz
Operating Temperature Range
  • -25° to +50°C (standard)
  • -55° to +85°C (extended)
Dimensions 16.2 x 8.8 x 3.0 cm (6.4 x 3.5 x 1.2 in.) including connectors
Weight 227 g (8 oz)

Compatibility

Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.

Data Loggers

Compatible Note
21X (retired) The 21X should have a serial number of 6195 or higher (others require factory modification and an RMA).
CR10 (retired)
CR1000 (retired) Requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR10X (retired) The -PB versions of the CR10X requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR200X (retired)
CR206X (retired)
CR23X (retired) The -PB versions of the CR23X requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR295X (retired)
CR3000 (retired) Requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR500 (retired)
CR5000 (retired)
CR510 (retired) The -PB versions of the CR510 requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR800 (retired) Requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR850 (retired) Requires LoggerNet 4.2 or higher.
CR9000 (retired)
CR9000X (retired)

FAQs for

Number of FAQs related to MD9: 1

  1. Can a CR3000 be added to a MD9 network?

    Yes, but only if all the other data loggers are PakBus devices, such as the CR800, CR850, and CR1000.

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