IO module


SM-IO-EXP

16-channel input expansion module for switches, motion sensors and other low-voltage signals.

The IO module adds the same kind of inputs to the system as the central unit’s own inputs — 16 more of them. The module works exclusively with SELV low-voltage signals; it contains no mains-voltage part.

Inputs 16 digital inputs
Signal level Max. 5 V SELV
Power supply 5 VDC, from the extender port
Connection 2 x RJ45 extender, daisy-chainable
Important: only a SELV signal of at most 5 V may be wired to the inputs. Connecting 230 VAC mains voltage or a 24 V industrial signal is forbidden — it destroys the module and is a safety risk.

What it is for

Switches, push-buttons

Wiring conventional (dumb) wall switches and push-buttons into the system.

Motion sensors

Signals from motion and presence sensors with a low-voltage output.

Other contacts

Opening sensors, window contacts and other potential-free signal sources.

Tip: the central unit’s own inputs accept a signal of at most 3.3 V — the IO module inputs can be used up to 5 V.

Technical data

CharacteristicValue
Model / code / revisionInput Module / SM-IO-EXP / Rev. 1.0
Inputs16 digital inputs, on two 10-pole terminal blocks
Input signal levelMax. 5 V SELV (switches, motion sensors, contacts)
Power supply5 VDC SELV from the Smartive server/extender 5 V domain
ControlMCP23017 I2C expander for reading input states
Extender connector2 x RJ45, modules can be daisy-chained
Forbidden230 VAC, 24 V industrial signal, or any signal outside the 5 V SELV range
ComplianceCE (EMC 2014/30/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU)
Because the module only operates at 5 V extra-low voltage and contains no mains-voltage part, the Low Voltage (LVD) Directive does not apply to it — it is nevertheless a CE-marked product documented to EMC and RoHS.

Addressing

If several modules are connected to the central unit, each module must receive a unique address. Addressing is set with the 3-pin jumpers on the module.

Never use two modules with the same jumper setting on the same bus, because this leads to an address collision and a communication fault.

Setup in the app

  • When adding a new device, select the GPIO button option in the Device Model field.
  • After selecting the I2C expander option, enter the port number on the module.
  • If the other end of the switch is connected to GND, select the LOW option.


IO module