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-====== ​UniPi Axon ======+====== ​Unipi Axon ======
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-UniPi Axon is our latest PLC product line, designed to be used in monitoring, regulation, smart home, HVAC and many other applications. In its core, Axon is improved and redesigned variant of the Neuron product line. The development goal was to capitalize on Neuron'​s strengths and to further improve them. Axon thus retains a high degree of modularity and flexibility - two of our products'​ most significant advantages. ​+Unipi Axon is our latest PLC product line, designed to be used in monitoring, regulation, smart home, HVAC and many other applications. In its core, Axon is improved and redesigned variant of the Neuron product line. The development goal was to capitalize on Neuron'​s strengths and to further improve them. Axon thus retains a high degree of modularity and flexibility - two of our products'​ most significant advantages. ​
 ===== Hardware description ===== ===== Hardware description =====
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-Axon controllers feature up to three input-output (I/O) groups depending on the model, each containing a group of inputs, outputs and/or communication interfaces. ​The Neuron can contain ​1 (S-series), 2 (M-series) or 3 (L-series) I/O groups. ​+Axon controllers feature up to three input-output (I/O) groups depending on the model, each containing a group of inputs, outputs and/or communication interfaces. ​It contains ​1 (S-series), 2 (M-series) or 3 (L-series) I/O groups. ​
  
-**Each I/O circuit board is controlled by its own STM32 processor**,​ which controls inputs and outputs and communicates with the central processing unit (CPU). Processors are using custom firmware containing not only basic I/O functions, but also additional functions and features.+**Each I/O circuit board is controlled by its STM32 processor**,​ which controls inputs and outputs and communicates with the central processing unit (CPU). Processors are using custom firmware containing not only basic I/O functions, but also additional functions and features.
  
 ===== CPU ===== ===== CPU =====
  
-On the Axon line, the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B computer was replaced ​by a more compact ​**industrial computer powered by 1.2GHz Allwinner H-5 quad-core CPU**. ​Aside from its more compact dimensionsthe most distinct difference is the replacement of Raspberry Pi's microSD memory card with an **8GB onboard ​eMMC memory**. That makes the Axon more reliable ​during frequent ​memory ​rewrites+Unipi Axon controllers are powered ​by a **1.2GHz Allwinner H-5 quad-core CPU**. ​Compared to Neuron seriesall Axon models contain internal ​**8GB eMMC memory**. That makes the Axon more reliable ​and less sensitive to memory ​aging.
  
-The new computer is also provided with enhanced ​**1Gbit Ethernet** and **two USB 2.0 ports**. ​+Axon also provides ​**1Gbit Ethernet** and **two USB 2.0 ports**. ​
 ===== Inputs & Outputs ===== ===== Inputs & Outputs =====
  
-Depending on the model, Axon product line can offer up to: +Depending on the model, ​the Axon product line can offer up to: 
  
   * up to 36 digital inputs   * up to 36 digital inputs
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   * 4x IEC 62386 standard channels for smart lightning control (DALI-compatible)   * 4x IEC 62386 standard channels for smart lightning control (DALI-compatible)
   * a pair of Ethernet ports   * a pair of Ethernet ports
 +  * 1x WiFi
 +  * 1x LTE
   * various combinations of the above-mentioned   * various combinations of the above-mentioned
  
-**Digital inputs (DI)** are designed for reading logical states (true or false), which are represented by levels of DC voltage. That makes them suitable for reading two-state sensors such as switches (on/off), movement sensors (movement/​no movement), water level sensors (water present, no water) etc. The software detects logical 1 (true) if the input voltage between given DIx.y and DIGND is between 5-30V. If the voltage is lower than 3.5V, the state is evaluated as 0 (false)+{{page>​io-unipi-hidden}}
  
-**Digital outputs (DO)** are used for controlling two-state devices such as lights, door locks, window blinds etc. Digital outputs on our controllers also feature the PWM (Pulse-width modulation) function, enabling a special type of analogue control. Outputs are of the NPN type (open collector) and are able to control devices with voltage up to 50V and up to 750mA load current.+==== Additional functionality ==== 
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-**Relay outputs** are used for control or switching of devices with higher current loads. ROs are thus suitable for controlling light bulbs, thermoelectric valve drives, water heaters, pumps etc. Relay outputs on UniPi controllers are rated for 5A max. current at 230V AC/30V DC voltage.+===== Communication interfaces ======
  
-**Analogue inputs** (AI) can be used for 0-10V DC voltage or 0-20mA current measuringmaking them suitable for reading values from analogue sensors such as temperature sensors, pressure meters, tensometers etc. On some controllerstwo types of AI are available; the first type can be used to measure current ​or voltage while the second type additionally supports resistance measuring+Depending on the model, the Axon can feature ​**up to 4 RS485 serial lines**, **an RS232 serial line**a single **1-Wire bus** or various combinations of all mentioned interfaces
  
-**Analogue outputs** (AO) features two modes - 0-10V DC voltage or 0-20mA direct current. AI serves ​for control ​of devices ​with analogue input, ​such as three-way valveslighting dimmers etc.+  ​The **RS485** most often utilizes the Modbus RTU protocol and can be used for communication with a wide variety ​of devices such as energy meterstouchscreen HMI panels, PLCs from other vendors or the [[en:​hw:​04-extensions| Unipi extension]] modules. The bus can communicate with up to 32 devices with its total length being up to several hundred meters 
  
-===== Communication interfaces ======+  * The **RS232 serial line** is most often used for communication with HMI displays, various gateways or closed technologies. ​
  
-Depending on the model, the Axon can feature ​**up to 4 RS485 serial lines**, **an RS232 serial line**, a single ​**1-Wire bus** or various combinations of all mentioned interfaces+  ​The **1-Wire bus** then can communicate with up to 15 sensors with a maximum total length of the bus up to 200 meters, using either a 2-wire ​or 3-wire connection method. ​
  
-The **RS485** most often utilizes the Modbus RTU protocol and can be used for communication with a wide variety of devices such as energy meters, touchscreen HMI panelsPLCs from other vendors or the [[en:hw:04-extensions|Neuron xS]] extension modulesThe bus can communicate with up to 32 devices ​with its total length being up to several hundred meters +  ​* **USB ports** can be used to connect various USB converters (RS-232RS-485 etc.) or external memory drives. Unipi controllers feature 2 USB 2.0 ports as standard. We do not recommend using the ports to power external ​devices. ​
  
-The **RS232 serial line** is most often used for communication with HMI displays, various gateways or closed technologies.  +Each Axon also features a single 1Gbit Ethernet for network communication ​- the exception is the Axon [[https://​www.unipi.technology/​axon-c20|Axon S155]] with an additional 10/100Mbit Ethernet port. 
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-The **1-Wire bus** then can communicate with up to 15 sensors with maximum total length of the bus up to 100 meters, using either a 2-wire or 3-wire connection method.  +
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-Each Axon also features a single 1Gbit Ethernet for network communication+
 ===== Model overview ====== ===== Model overview ======
  
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