groov Box

The groov Box is Opto 22’s Internet of Things (IoT) and operator interface appliance that provides visualization, data handling, and connectivity to automation systems, software, databases, and devices of all kinds.

Visualization

With browser-based groov View, easily see and interact with data from sensors and automation systems, cloud applications, databases, web services, and more. Securely view the interface on any brand device, from a smartphone to a computer. groov View includes user authorization, trending, events, and notifications.

Data Handling

The key to IoT usefulness is getting the data out of where it’s trapped and into the systems and software where it’s needed. Built into the groov Box are Node-RED, an IoT rapid application development environment, and RESTful APIs to groov Data Stores. Add a groov Enterprise license and also use Ignition Edge® with OPC-UA drivers to Allen-Bradley® and Siemens® PLCs, plus MQTT/Sparkplug for efficient and secure industrial data communications.

Connectivity

Connect to all kinds of devices and systems to monitor and control them and move data between them.

Modbus®/TCP devices and Opto 22 groov EPIC and SNAP PAC controllers
Cloud applications, IoT platforms, on-premises databases, and external web services
Connect to Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs using OPC UA.

Specifications

Ethernet Communication (wired)	Two independent 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 connectors, each with a separate IP address (separate subnets)
Ethernet Comm (wireless)	802.11 b/g/n (optional; requires purchase of a third-party commercial USB WiFi adapter that has been tested and approved by Opto 22)
Security (wireless)	WEP64 WEP128 WPA PSK (also known as WPA Personal) WPA2 PSK (also known as WPA2 Personal)
Backup battery	BR2032 button cell lithium battery with a nominal voltage of 2.8 volts. Lasts 8 years at 25 °C. This battery maintains the date and time.
Power Consumption	8-36 VDC, 24 VDC @ 500mA (Power supply included; input 100-240 VAC. Use international adapter if needed.)
Housing	Compact and sturdy metal. Fanless operation.
USB	USB 2.0 (three: used for backing up, restoring, WiFi, and connecting to serial devices via a USB-to-serial converter with an FTDI chipset)
Indicators	Ethernet interfaces (2): Link/Activity and Speed System: SYS & PWR
Operating Temperature	0 to 70 °C (32 to 158° F)
Storage Temperature	-20 to +80 °C (-4 to 176° F)
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage Humidity	5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Agency Approvals	CE, RoHS, DFARS
Warranty	30 months