The M-6026U-32 is a 16-channel Universal Input and 16-channel Universal Output distributed I/O module that provides a wide variety of input, output, and smart control solutions, all of which are based on a single universal hardware platform. The M-6026U-32 module combines both the input and the output on the same board, saving both time and space when both are at a premium, meaning the space requirements for I/O boards can be reduced by as much as 50%. Traditional I/O board schemes typically required separate input and output boards to be mounted within an enclosure, increasing the time to mount the boards and the cost of installation. The M-6000 I/O board series are communications devices that can be used to connect to facility management systems to enable control of refrigeration, HVAC, and lighting systems.