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1. DE a P T File Options View Help J Switch Admin Mode ax Save Layout aa Printer Setup Exit E Cafe H E Office amp El Kichen man A library of site layouts can be formed as a reference Page 41 of 45 Receiver Print Preview To generate a comprehensive text document of network devices from the hierarchical display right click on the receiver object and from the menu select Print Preview me i b pe E i a File Options View E b b j B EE e 1 Sot nouis WF eire d Read Receiver Log Clear Receiver Log Authorise add a new node De authorise remove node Delete node from Map Refresh Node Information Properties Ew _ Jrimt Dra Refresh Network Topology A document is automatically generated which can be printed on paper for an O amp M manual or to PDF file for example 182 Print preview amp O OW B BB Close MAC Address 00158D0000067D9F Analogue Channel Mapping Last Update 02 06 2011 10 20 12 Runtime 7449 hrs RF Channel 21 Routers Lobby MAC Address 0015800000058020 Parent Receiver Status Online Temperature 25 1 C Switch State False Setpoint 54 Last Update 02 06 2011 10 18 08 Link Quality Good Runtime 4397 hrs Battery Good runtime 1116 hrs OAT MAC Address 00158D000005BD36 Parent Receiver Status Online Temperature 22. Referencing the site survey plans switch on all the routers using the PCB jumper starting with those closest to the receiver i e layer 1 Carry on with the next layers of routers until all routers are switched on Using CMS ensure that all the routers appear in the hierarchical display a Note that initially the routers will be shown in the Unknown category in the hierarchical display This is normal b Ensure that each router moves to the Router category in the hierarchical display Depending on the number of devices on the network this may take a couple of minutes Add all routers to the map display by drag and drop Note that if a device is shown in blue in the hierarchical display it has NOT been added to the map display This is a quick way to see which have yet to be added to the map display Ensure all are shown as on line Note that the radio network links are displayed on the map display Ensure all links are depicted in green good link quality and note the LQIs see page 37 Page 43 of 45 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 a If any routers don t show as on line or are not in the Router category in the hierarchical display check that the PCB fuse is intact OO on a multimeter and that the correct power supply is present b If any router s link is shown in red check for obstructions between it and it s parent check to see that the aerial is fitted and is vertical Referencing t
3. This type of battery should be stored in a clean cool not exceeding 30 C dry and ventilated area Disposal of Batteries Warning Fire Explosion And Burn Hazard Disposal of Batteries Warning Fire Explosion and Burn Hazard Do not short circuit crush disassemble heat above 100 C 212 F incinerate or expose the battery contents to water Do not solder directly to the cell All batteries must be disposed of in accordance with EC Directive 2006 66 EC amended by EU Directive 2008 12 EC Page 4 of 45 Battery Powered Nodes Battery powered sensor nodes are used in conjunction with the Sontay RF RX20 or RF RX40 receiver units and if required depending on installation topography Sontay RF RS series of routers Data is transmitted back to the receiver at configurable time intervals or on a configurable change in measured value Each sensor retains these configurations if the battery becomes discharged or requires replacement The sensors automatically find the best path back to the receiver which may be directly to the receiver or via parent routers To power a battery powered node jumper J400 must be fitted To switch off remove J400 Battery powered nodes are available in 4 formats Space mounting temperature with setpoint and momentary switch options Space mounting RH amp T with setpoint and momentary switch options Plant mounting temperature e Plant mounting RH amp T Space Mounting Specificatio
4. Welcome to the SonNet CMS Setup Wizard The installe val guide you through the steps required to install the SonMet CMS on your computer WARNING Thes Computer program is protected by copenght law and intemational ineates Unauthonned ex duitnibution of thes program of any portion of X o Sd Ns ch of criminal penalties and wall be prosecuted to the masamum extent possible under the kaw Page 20 of 45 The installation of SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 continues until complete The next step in the installation procedure will display the Welcome to the SonNet CMS Setup Wizard Click the lt Next gt button to continue Click Il Agree and then the Next button to continue fe SonNet CMS License Agreement The material installed by this installer is Copyright Sontay Ltd 2009 right to use or copy this material is granted by this installation package All usage nights are governed by the license agreement SonNet files are copied to your PC f SonNet CMS Installing SonNet CMS Page 21 of 45 2 device drivers are required for the USB receiver connection To install these click the Next button to continue Device Driver Installation Wizard Welcome to the Device Driver Installation Wizard This wizard helps you install the software drivers that some computers devices need in order to work To continue chck Next i SonNet CMS Installation Complete SonMet CMS has been succ
5. RF RR R 911 MS Router RH amp T sensor c w momentary switch RF RR R 911 SP MS Router RH amp T sensor c w setpoint knob amp momentary switch Part Codes 24V Powered Plant Housing Routers RF RR Router RF RR T 522 Router duct temperature sensor RF RR T 531 Router OAT temperature sensor RF RR T 532 Router OAT radiation shield temperature sensor RF RR T 541 Router immersion temperature sensor RF RR T 551 Router strap On temperature sensor RF RR T 555 Router flying Lead temperature sensor RF RR R 522 Router duct RH amp T sensor The System Receiver The Sontay RF RX20 or RF RX4O receiver collects data from all other devices on the radio network including measurements from sensors link quality for all links formed in the network battery levels for all battery powered devices hours run for all devices and the current status of all devices NB Each receiver can support a maximum of 16 children which can consist of a maximum of 12 battery powered nodes and 4 routers or up to 16 routers if there are no battery powered nodes A USB socket is provided for connection to a PC or laptop running the Sontay SonNet CMS software Receivers are available in 2 formats E RF RX20 20 x 0 10Vdc analogue outputs e RF RX40 40 x 0 10Vdc analogue outputs If a 20 output receiver is installed and further outputs are subsequently required a separate daughter PCB RF DB20 with 20 extra o
6. Sy z AM N O N y a GE WELLE Wireless Sensing System System User Manual Sontay SonNet Radio Sensor System User Manual Version 1 8 June 2011 Page 1 of 45 Audience This manual is intended for specifiers users and installers of the Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Content This manual provides a complete reference for the Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Related Documents The Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Site Survey Kit Quick Start Guide The Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Site Survey Kit Manual The Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Quick Start Guide The Sontay SonNet radio sensor system product datasheets Page 2 of 45 Table Of Contents euis X eso 4 Be FV UO TN A A a t Tm oom 4 Battery Fitting and Replacement eessseseeesssseeee eene r nnns na antennas ness saa nnne 4 DiSbosdl oT Bar et IBS ers poteras up tavi tSp ase NI Isi OM IRIS VIT IM SEE EAEN 4 Banery Powered DIOEBS ee ea ne ee ee ee ee eee errr 5 24V Powered ROULET S iseci iS E NE DNI rm Istuc e Deos va Sonaed au asarsadueantieaneactiandaaeserec 7 The Sytem RECEIVE s pect egret ges Um ITE scuU SUbEE IR UD PIN EIU UR sire tue ce tian DPI E SINUS deV FUNEM US Itu E UE D Drs uer tar 9 The R dio INGE WOU IK c MM ETT 11 Network Planning ConsiderdllODiS eassssescesaoatetecassancdiectanasstinssasue nee sutscseend
7. f Li Atrium a f At Studio Select Background Image File Look ix 2 Radio Sensor CMS Backgrounds LJ diver Recent logs 3 Browse to the image file required Image file i formats currently supported are 7 Bitmap bmp JPEG jpg Background Image File bmp ipg Open a read only Page 35 of 45 Adding Devices To The Map Display To add a device to the map display simply drag and drop a device from the text hierarchical display onto the graphic background Add the receiver to the graphic first then routers followed by battery powered nodes Links are automatically generated showing the true network architecture Different icons are used to depict the receiver routers and battery powered node making identification easy The icons also depict the status of the device and change to reflect whether a device is OK off line or in alarm Icon Plan A schedule of what each icon and icon colour can be quickly found from the menu bar click on Help and then select Icons from the drop down menu The following pop up window is displayed Sensor out of limits Low Battery Page 36 of 45 Device Status A quick check on a device status can be made by hovering the mouse cursor over a device on the map display Temperature 20 7C Battery Level 70 Displayed parameters are device dependent but include e Device name label e All sensor values e Battery level batt
8. 25 of 45 Sontay Radio Sensors System File Options i Hier archic a Display ED amp Routers Q Router Read Receiver Log Gy Router Sensors A x L Pavilion T Library E Atrium a E Art Studio View Textual Display Graphical Display Communications Log Configuration Log Logging On as an Administrator Sontay Radio Sensors System File Options View Switch Admin Mode But Receiver amp Routers E Q Router Lib E amp Router Art Li Sensors kei EJ Pavilion E E Library E E Atrum amp L Art Studio ai a au Please Enter Password Password Change Password Old Password New Password Confirm Password To enable the text display panel from the menu bar choose View then Textual Display To enable the graphical display panel from the menu bar choose View then Graphical Display To make any changes to device configuration or to create or modify the graphical display you must first log on as an administrator To do this from the menu bar choose File then Switch Admin Mode The login box appears Type in your admin level password NB The default admin level password is admin case sensitive This can be changed once you have logged in To change the admin password from the menu bar choose File then Change Password Enter the existing password enter your new password and confirm Click the Update b
9. affiliates licenses this supplement to you If you are licensed to use Microsoft SQL Server software for which this supplement is applicable the software vou may use this supplement ou may not use it if you do not have a license for the software You may use a copy of this supplement with each validly licensed copy of the software amp View EULA for printing Do you accept the terms of the pending License Agreement If you choose Don t Accept install will close To install you must accept this agreement NB It is important that the CMS installation be completed prior to connecting the PC to the receiver Ensure that the PC on which you are installing the CMS is NOT connected to the receiver until the installation is complete The CMS is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later and Microsoft Vista The CMS installation CD comes with all required programme files and drivers and includes Microsoft SQL Server Express SP2 NB You must be logged in to Windows with an administrator level user account to install the Sontay CMS and Microsoft SQL Server Express SP2 If SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 is not already installed on your PC the following installation will be executed When the SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 installation window appears read the EULA and then click the lt Accept gt button SonNet CMS Setup _ Installing SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 i SonNet CMS
10. can support a maximum of 16 children which can consist of a maximum of 8 battery powered nodes and 8 routers or up to 16 routers if there are no battery powered nodes Consideration should be given on network planning for redundancy in case of router failure or damage Data is transmitted back to the receiver at configurable time intervals or on a configurable change in measured value Each sensor retains these configurations if the battery becomes discharged or requires replacement Routers automatically find the best path back to the receiver which may be directly to the receiver or via other parent routers To power a router jumper J200 must be fitted To switch off remove J200 24V powered nodes are available in 5 formats Space mounting temperature with setpoint and momentary switch options Space mounting RH amp T with setpoint and momentary switch options e Plant mounting router no sensor functions E Plant mounting temperature Plant mounting RH amp T Space Mounting Specification Radio Output Frequency 2 4GHz 16 channels automatically selected Direct sequence spread spectrum Compliance IEEE 802 15 4 2006 Aerial Characteristics Gain 1 2dBi VSWR 1 5 1 Data Encryption AES 128 Power Output 10dBm Accuracy Temperature 0 3 C Optional RH 3 RH Power Supply 24Vac dc Housing Material ABS flame retardant Dimensions 85 x 85 x 22mm Page 7 of 45 Environmental Operating Temperature RH
11. receiver for example if the receiver is to be in a metal panel you use the same external extension aerial on the SSK receiver for the survey Document the survey thoroughly and leave a copy on site When planning where routers are going to be needed plan for redundancy i e what happens to all the EDs connected to a router if the router fails Backup routers are worth considering See pages 11 13 Don t switch on EDs until they re ready to be commissioned If they re powered on without a parent in range they will eventually sleep to preserve battery life only waking occasionally to scan for a parent This may slow commissioning down If an ED has been powered up for more than 20 minutes without a parent power cycle it Pressing the reset button on an ED DOESN T reset the ED it only resets the battery hours run time Generally speaking wireless works best in a horizontal plane so expect reduced signal strength if he receiver is on a different floor to the routers EDs A good rule of thumb is have the receiver on the same floor as it s children though this isn t always the case 2 4GHz wireless signals don t go through metal Plan to circumvent metal obstructions where possible If the installation environment is one where obstructions are likely to change regularly in a warehouse for example try to conduct the site survey under a worst case scenario i e assume that at some point there s going to be an obstruction between t
12. required for battery powered sensors and the receiver prior to installing the full system It can also identify whether routers are needed to ensure reliable communications between all devices on the network back to the receiver This removes any guesswork from planning a system and allows the installer to order exactly and only the devices required See the Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Site Survey Kit Quick Start Guide and The Sontay SonNet radio sensor system Site Survey Kit Manual for full details Network Planning Considerations When planning a SonNet radio system it is always worth considering the placement of routers and should be capable of handling the consequences of a router failing or being damaged Example Consider a network with a requirement for 16 EDs i 1 Atleast one router is required as 16 directly connected EDs will exceed the maximum limit of 12 Four EDs will be 4 orphaned 11 2 A single router R1 will work but R1 gives no redundancy if the router should fail Page 12 of 45 R1 R1 R1 3 Optimal network uses 2 routers R1 and R2 2 4 f either of the routers fail the network can still be maintained as the 2 orphaned EDs can re route via the other router Page 13 of 45 The Radio System The radio system used by the Sontay SonNet devices is divided into 3 sections or layers 1 The radio layer is where physical control of the radio signal is done T
13. the information Device Name Sensor 9 Removing a node from the network De authorise remove node Select Group Sensors v To remove a node from the network from the menu bar click on lt Options gt and then select lt De authorise remove node gt from the drop down menu Select the device group routers or sensors and then select the device by name label Select Device TI Click lt Remove gt to submit the details or click lt Cancel gt to discard the action Page 34 of 45 Using the Graphical Map Display Apart from the text hierarchical display the CMS offers a graphical environment which allows users to quickly determine how the network is functioning By default there is no graphic image set as a backdrop for the map display A typical image to use for the map display would be a floor plan of the environment in which the radio network has been installed Setting The Map Display Background Image To set a background image for the map display you must be logged on at administrator level a Sontay Radio Sensors System Options Authorise add a new node Remove Authorised Node Set Background Image From the menu bar click on Options and then select Set Background Image from the drop down menu Change Port Name Change Idle Time Change Password Change Update Time Configure Communication Log Set Traffic LogFilter
14. 102 Router At A100000000000103 Pavilion A000000000000001 Atrium A100000000000002 Art Studio 100000000000003 sensom4 A100000000000004 Libray A100000000000005 Page 32 of 45 Changing Device Configurations Battery powered nodes have configurable parameters The setting of these can be important for battery powered devices as these will affect battery life For example if a temperature sensor in a room is set up to transmit it s value every 10 seconds the battery life will be less than if the sensor were set to transmit values every 5 minutes Consideration should be given to each device and how often it should send values and still maintain the required level of control to maximise battery life However setting a transmission interval to a high level may result in having to wait for the set interval time to elapse before current data is shown when re connecting the CMS to a receiver Temperature in a room doesn t normally change by a significant amount in a few minutes RH even less so Setpoint values are only sent if the value changes by a configurable level The same is true for the momentary switch data is only transmitted on a change of status ON or OFF Temperature and RH can also be configured to send on a significant change of value These values are also configurable by the administrator Configurable Parameters To view or change battery powered sensor node parameters right click
15. 3 3 C Last Update 02 06 2011 10 17 33 Link Quality Good Runtime 1458 hrs Battery Good runtime 302 hrs Page 42 of 45 Commissioning A SonNet System A Step By Step Guide 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Mount the receiver using the DIN carrier clip NB it is extremely important that if the receiver is to be mounted in an enclosed panel metal or plastic that an external aerial extension is used Two are available from Sontay a 2 metre version RF AERIAL PM2 and a 5 metre version RF AERIAL PM5 If the aerial is to be mounted on top of the receiver panel the extension bulk head jack should be mounted through a hole preferably on the top of the panel and secured in place with the star washer and hex nut If the aerial is to be mounted remotely the extension lead should be passed through a protective cable gland on the panel The connector on the other end of the extension should be screwed hand tight onto the aerial connector located on the receiver PCB Do NOT over tighten Fit the receiver aerial to the receiver PCB mounted connector or if using an aerial extension to the bulk head jack connector Ensure where possible that the receiver aerial is aligned vertically and as far away from obstructions as possible Ensure that the receiver power supply polarity is correct if using a 24Vdc supply Mount all routers in their appropriate positions as determined by the site survey Ensure that the p
16. Storage Temperature RH Country of origin 10 C to 50 C O to 90 non condensing 10 C to 80 C O to 90 non condensing UK Refer to product datasheets for installation instructions Plant Mounting Specification Radio Output Frequency 2 4GHz 16 channels automatically selected direct sequence spread spectrum Compliance IEEE 802 15 4 2006 Aerial Characteristics Gain 2 0dBi VSWR 2 1 Data Encryption AES 128 Power Output 10dBm Accuracy Temperature 0 3 C Optional RH 3 RH Power Supply 24Vac dc Housing Material ABS flame retardant type VO Dimensions 55mm x 90mm dia Mounting Holes 4mm spaced 85mm apart Protection IP65 Environmental Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C RH O to 90 non condensing Storage Temperature 10 C to 80 C RH 0 to 90 non condensing Country of origin UK Temperature Sensor Types Duct Outside air Outside air with solar radiation shield Immersion Strap on Flying lead Refer to product datasheets for installation instructions Page 8 of 45 Part Codes 24V Powered Space Housing Routers RF RR T 911 Router temperature sensor RF RR T 911 SP Router temperature sensor c w setpoint knob 6 RF RR T 911 MS Router temperature sensor c w momentary switch RF RR T 911 SP MS Router temperature sensor c w setpoint knob amp momentary switch RF RR R 911 Router RH amp T sensor RF RR R 911 SP Router RH amp T sensor c w setpoint knob
17. Temperature Sensor Types Duct Outside air Outside air with solar radiation shield Immersion Strap on Flying lead Refer to product datasheets for installation instructions Part Codes Battery Powered Space Housing Nodes x RF RS T 911 Temperature sensor RF RS T 911 SP Temperature sensor c w setpoint knob RF RS T 911 MS Temperature sensor c w momentary switch RF RS T 911 SP MS Temperature sensor c w setpoint knob amp momentary switch RF RS R 911 RH amp T sensor e RF RS R 911 SP RH amp T sensor c w setpoint knob RF RS R 911 MS RH amp T sensor c w momentary switch RF RS R 911 SP MS RH amp T sensor c w setpoint knob amp momentary switch Page 6 of 45 Part Codes Battery Powered Plant Housing Nodes RF RS T 522 Duct temperature sensor d RF RS T 531 OAT temperature sensor RF RS T 532 OAT radiation shield temperature sensor RF RS T 541 Immersion temperature sensor RF RS T 551 Strap On temperature sensor RF RS T 555 Flying Lead temperature sensor RF RS R 522 Duct RH amp T sensor 24V Powered Routers 24V powered routers are used in conjunction with the Sontay RF RX20 or RF RX40 receiver units and RF RR series of battery powered radio sensors and are used to route signals from battery powered nodes and other routers to the receiver module where the signal strength of a direct path is not sufficient for reliable communications NB Each router
18. e MAC Address ATOODODODODOO I Parent Receiver Status Online Last Update 20 02 2009 11 55 26 Link Quality 64 Runtime 130 mins C o Authorise add a new node 0 6 6 De authorise remove node Delete node from Map Refresh Node Information Ping Properties Refresh Network Topology Print When re connecting the CMS to a receiver on an existing network data will only be refreshed to the CMS as and when a device updates it s information by timed transmission To ensure all data is sent as soon as possible use the Refresh Node Information or Refresh Network Information options To manually refresh node data right click on a node and then select Refresh Node Information from the drop down menu To manually refresh network data right click on a blank space on the text or graphical display and then select Refresh Network Information from the drop down menu Page 38 of 45 Communications Log The CMS can keep a log of all communications on the network This can be helpful in finding faults or diagnosing network problems By default the communications log is enabled If you want to disable this feature Configure Communication Log X From the menu bar click on Options and then select Configure Communication Log from the drop down menu Remove the tick from the Enable Communication Log box Click OK to submit the change or click Cancel to discard the c
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20. eceiver will then also automatically scan the 16 channels until they find the receiver again and the network will re form without user intervention Page 14 of 45 Propagation Of Radio Signals In Buildings The propagation of microwave radio signals in a building can be affected in several ways Attenuation Radio signal strength is attenuated when it passes through air Signals are attenuated much more when passing through other media such as materials typically used in construction such as brick stone wood and especially steel Reflection Receiver e m PC E Depending on the building radio signals can take many paths from the transmitter to the receiver rather than just one single path Multipath signals can have the effect of cancelling each other out reducing overall received signal strength Transmitter Scattering Scattering the radio signal can also reduce it s signal strength Page 15 of 45 FAQs How is access to the sensor network locked at the CMS Nodes are only allowed to join the network if the receiver allows them to This is true even if the nodes are identified as SonNet Nodes and have the correct encryption key There are two methods to configuring the receiver to accept nodes on to the network In order to authorise a node the CMS must be in administration mode File gt Switch Admin Mode must be ticked Auto Commissioning Mode The CMS allows the receiver to be switched t
21. ed by SonNet devices is encrypted How the Self Healing Tree Network Is Formed The network is formed based on 3 rules and in a specific order of priority 1 How many tiers a device is away from the receiver If a device can communicate directly with the receiver it will even if the link quality is poorer than if it went through a router If a device has a choice of more than one router it will always choose the router closest to the receiver the least number of tiers away even if the link quality is poor 2 The number of child devices a router already has A router can have a maximum of 16 children If a device has a choice of more than one router of the same tier level it will always choose the router with the least number of children even if the link quality is poor 3 Signal Strength link quality Finally if a device has a choice of more than one router of the same tier level and the same number of children it will choose the router with the best link quality If for any reason a device node or router loses it s preferred path back to the receiver it will automatically search for an alternative still obeying the 3 rules above in sequence If despite employing Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS techniques interference on the currently occupied channel prevents communications the receiver will automatically look for another channel which is clear All other devices having lost their links to the r
22. em either immediately or in Me POE Microsoft strongly When prompted click the Continue Anyway recommends that you stop this installation now and button to continue contact the software vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing There are 2 drivers to be installed follow the same procedure for both drivers Page 23 of 45 When the CMS is started the PC com port connected to the receiver USB port needs to be defined Select COM port COMI WSR SHEE Wireless Sensor Received Importing a Saved Layout When first run the CMS may also ask if the user requires a saved XML layout file to be imported This is useful if an existing layout has been saved on a site where the PC running CMS has been replace New System Attached Load Saved layout Look irc My Documents avanti 2 Bits and Bobs Oiday2day 2 My Data Sources Aimy Music 2 My Pictures POF files SonNet log E Turbocad File name Files of type XML Format xmi If no layout file is required click the Cancel button to continue otherwise navigate to the saved layout file to and click the Open button import it Page 24 of 45 The CMS Desktop Environment The CMS desktop is divided into 2 parts a textual hierarchical display Hierarchical Display 3 Receiver Gy Routers ES Unknown and a graphical map display SETTE Radio Sensors System Options View Qu Page
23. enu bar select lt Options gt and click lt Auto commissioning Mode gt There should not be a tick beside this option and denotes that this special mode is disabled This secures the network and ensures that unauthorised nodes cannot join the network Page 27 of 45 To prevent leaving the CMS in an admin state when not supervised the admin log in status automatically times out after the time set in the Change Idle Time setting expires To disable this feature not recommended or to change the timeout value from the menu bar choose Options then Change Idle Time Change Idle Time Enable idle time out Idle Time Seconds 120 Removing the tick the Enable Idle Time Out box disables admin timeout feature The timeout value can also be changed List Devices In the text display panel on the left of the window a list of all devices on the network can be found These devices are divided into 3 main categories receiver routers and battery powered sensor nodes Hierarchical Display Hierarchical Display rarchecal Dispe 3 MACAddess AGABAGAGAGAGAGAG amp Routers 7 TEM amp Router Lib avillion ene ea M n MAL Addis AERC E e ast Update MC A Parent Receiver Run 79 mi Parent Receiver unhime 3 mins Status Online Status Online gt se 3 RF Channel 14 FON 3 Temperature 32 C Output 1 y Routers s gt Last Update 20 02 2009 11 18 47 gt Link Q
24. ery devices only NB Where link quality hours run and battery level are shown in italics this denotes that a request for data has been sent to a device but the device has not yet responded Link Status The link status is represented graphically by the colour of the link drawn T Good Green Indicates good link quality C3 Recervet Marginal Red Indicates marginal link quality A quick check on any link status can be made by hovering the mouse cursor over a link on the map display Link Quality Good Page 37 of 45 Auto Updating The CMS can be configured to update at a user configurable rate Auto Update M Auto Update 302 sec Auto updating can also be disabled Auto Update Manual Refreshing Of Data From the menu bar click on lt Options gt and then select lt Change Update Time gt from the drop down menu Adjust the update time accordingly Click lt OK gt to submit the change or click lt Cancel gt to discard the change From the menu bar click on lt Options gt and then select lt Change Update Time gt from the drop down menu Remove the tick from the lt Auto Update gt box Click lt OK gt to submit the change or click lt Cancel gt to discard the change Node or network data can be manually refreshed This is an important feature when re connecting the CMS to an existing network Hierarchical Display 3j Receiver n amp y Routers Gy Router Lib
25. et Event 0x00 0x04 081 CA0 0600 000 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0201 Ox0C 0x80 0x84 sio Event Complete Address ADOOOQOOO0O0000001 Function MeasurementD ata Page 39 of 45 Configuration Log The configuration log allows the user to view a concise list of any changes made to the configuration of devices To view the communications log from the menu bar choose View then Configuration Log Configuration Log CFom amoy Te 2002200 Meas Interval 10 Temperature 0 2 Meas Intervat 60 Temperature 0 2 FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped A100000000000003 Funclicn SelpointMeasuement Meas Intervat 10 Temperahe 0 4 RH 10 Setpoint 20 Meas Interval 300 Temperature 0 3RH 10 Setpoint 10 A100000000000003 Function Setpoint FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped A100000000000003 Function SetpoirtMeasurement Channel 20 02 2008 08 23 ConfiguraionChanged 20 02 2009 10 27 QutpuMapAnalogue 20 02 2009 10 28 ConfigurationChanged 20 02 2009 10 30 OuipuMapAnalogue 20 02 2009 10 30 OutpulMapAnalogue 20 02 2009 10 30 utpulMapAnalogue 20702 2009 10 30 DutpulMapAnalogue 20 02 2009 12 07 OutpulM apAnalogue A100000000000005 Function Setpoint ATOOOOOOQ0000003 Function S etpoint FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped Results shown can be filtered to show only spec
26. etsfully installed Click Close to exit When the installation is complete click the Close button Please use Windows Update to check for any critical updates to the NET Framework Page 22 of 45 Starting CMS When the receiver is first connected to a USB port and switched on the device manager will detect a new device Follow these steps to install the drivers for the receiver Found Hew Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows wil search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows U Update Web zite with your permission Read our privacy policy ene aes eee to search for Select the option shown No not this time Yes this time only Yes now and every time connect a device No not this hme Chek Next to continue Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for Wireless Sensor Fiecerver If your hardware came with an installation CD Select the option shown Install the software 6 or floppy disk insert it now automatically See RR o Install from a list or specific location Advanced Chek Next to continue geek Nee Software Installation The software you are oie hor ros paread andows COD nun eee M cone sf Windows XP Tell me why Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct ation of syst
27. hange To view the communications log from the menu bar choose View then Communications Log A window will appear at the bottom of the main CMS window To close this view click the cross iin the top right of the communications log window Communications Log Recerver Pending Address ATOOOOOO00000005 Function ChildL Ol Receiver RawPacket DxOO O4 0x40 0441 O00 0200 0200 000 CO 0400 0x02 0481 Ox7E IRecerver Pending Address A100000000000002 Function ChidL OI Receiver RawPacket 0x00 5955 0x40 0x41 0x00 0x00 0400 0x00 0400 0x00 0x03 0x81 0x81 Receiver Pending Address A100000000000003 Function ChikdL OI Receiver RawPacket 0x854 070 0x60 0441 000 0400 0x00 0200 0200 001 0x03 0400 OBC OxC2 0x06 Recetver Complete Address A1D0000000000103 Compound Responses ParentL UI Router true Recever RawPacket D 84 71 O50 041 0200 0x00 000 000 0400 Os 0x03 000 0x14 0274 0x03 Receiver Pending Address A100000000000103 Function ChildL Ol Receiver RawPacket D 81 0x76 0x60 0641 000 0x00 0200 0x00 000 000 0105 000 Oc A 0274 0x64 IRecerver Pending Address A100 05 Function ChikdLQ Recever RawPacket 0x81 Ox7E 0x60 0441 0x00 0200 0200 0200 0200 000 002 0600 0614 Oc A 0664 Receiver Pending Address A1O0000000000002 Function ChildLGl Receiver RawPacket 0x81 0x87 0x60 0441 000 000 000 0x00 0200 0x00 0x03 0200 Ox14 0x14 OxFF Receiver Pending Address AT00000000000003 Function ChildL Ql Recerver RawPack
28. he ED router and it s parent at some time Simulate it if possible When commissioning the installed system turn the receiver on first then all the routers starting with layer nearest the receiver and working outwards It s worthwhile checking all the routers are OK in CMS before finally powering up the EDs When EDs first join a network values such as hours run and battery hours run will not be displayed the values are shown as question marks This is normal these values need to be requested from the device right click on device and select Refresh Node Information Remember that when a receiver scans all 16 channels for the best one the channel chosen is the best where the receiver is On long networks with several layers of routers the channel chosen by the receiver may not always be the quietest at the far end of the network When the installed network is finally formed press the receiver reset button and ensure the network reforms properly This will ensure that in the event that the receiver needs to change channels for example it will work seamlessly As each network is commissioned save the layout even if there isn t a background graphic loaded This is a good aid to quickly viewing network topology Document each network In CMS right click on the receiver in the hierarchical display and select Print Preview from the menu and print to paper or a file such as PDF the preview document This gives a reference
29. he Receiver is connected again How are the network node names stored are they persistent The node names are stored in the receiver hardware in non volatile memory Therefore these will be the same even if a different PC is attached to the system or the receiver is reset power cycled Page 16 of 45 In the CMS application what is an Unknown node The application will list all nodes that have been added to the system as unknown initially As soon as a node is added either manually or by the use of auto commissioning mode a request is sent to it to establish what type of node it is and what capabilities it has As a result a node will be categorized as unknown until a response is received from it If the node remains off line or does not respond for any other reason it will remain in this category The CMS will send a request each time it is started if there are still unknown nodes in the system What are the ranges of the receiver 0 10Vdc outputs Temperature 10 C to 70 C RH 096 to 100 Setpoint 096 to 100 Switch OVdc OFF False 10Vdc ON True Page 17 of 45 Configuration amp Monitoring Software CMS The CMS is connected via USB to a Sontay RF RX20 or RF RX40 receiver and is used to configure e Receiver output channel mapping e Sensor node parameters including o Default data transmission time o Send on value change settings o User defined labels It can also be used for Enabling or disabl
30. he site survey plans switch on all the EDs by fitting the power jumper and remount into the housing for space housing devices a If this is the first time the ED has been switched on or after replacing an EDs battery hold down the reset button on the ED s PCB while powering up by fitting the power jumper This resets the battery hours run to O Using CMS ensure that all the EDs appear in the hierarchical display a Note that initially the EDs will be shown in the Unknown category in the hierarchical display This is normal b Ensure that each ED moves to the Sensor category in the hierarchical display Depending on the number of devices on the network this may take several minutes When all EDs have joined the network use CMS to disable auto commissioning mode NB this is important as trying to change configuration properties while in auto commissioning mode may cause network errors Add all EDs to the map display by drag and drop Note that if a device is shown in blue in the hierarchical display it has NOT been added to the map display This is a quick way to see which have yet to be added to the map display Ensure all are shown as on line Note that the radio network links are displayed on the map display Ensure all links are depicted in green and note the LQIs a If any EDs don t show as on line or are not in the Sensor category in the hierarchical display check that the correct battery is fitted observing polari
31. his conforms to international standard 802 15 4 and determines the frequency of the radio signals the number of channels available for use the bandwidth and power level of the signal etc There are 16 channels available and the best one is automatically selected by the receiver The frequencies used are in the ISM Industrial Scientific and Medical 2 4GHz band with a maximum data rate of 250kb s 2 The network management layer is where the self healing tree functionality is run which controls network topology ZigBee is an example of a network management MESH protocol SonNet does not use ZigBee but instead uses a self healing tree protocol to control network topology 3 The application layer is what determines what the device does i e makes it a temperature sensing device a router or a receiver SonNet devices use specific applications and include features such as configuration properties Security All SonNet system devices have the same unique network identifier Only devices with the correct ID will be allowed to join the network The ID used by system devices is different from the ID used for site survey kit SSK devices Hence SSK devices cannot join a system network and vice versa When a SonNet system network has been formed it can be locked to prevent any unauthorised devices joining even if they are SonNet devices The CMS can be used to authorise extra SonNet system devices if required All data transmitt
32. ific key fields such as when a configuration was changed or analogue output mappings Results can also be filtered within a user definable date range A Configuration Lop v From 19 02 2009 To 27 02 2009 20 02 2009 10 30 DutpulMapAnalogue 20 02 2003 10 30 hii riain aa 20702 2009 10 30 OutpulM pAnalogue 20 02 2008 10 30 OupuMapAnalogue 20 02 2008 1207 utpulMapAnalogue A100000000000003 Function Setpoint 100000000000005 Function Setpoint 4100000000000003 Function Setpoint IC _FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF FunctiorcUnmapped IRE FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFE Function Urmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Function Unmapped At E Function S etpoint Measurement Channel 4100000000000003 Function T emperatureMeasurement Channet9 Page 40 of 45 Using CMS To Document A Wireless Network Saving and Opening Layouts When a network is commissioned it is very useful to save the graphical map layout to use as a reference and as the basis for comparison when checking the current status of network topology Saving a layout records the backdrop if used and the position and size of each device icon on the map display To save a layout click on File then Save Layout Load Layout Printer Setup Exit E Cafe H E Office amp E Kitchen DE To open a saved layout click on File then Load Layout
33. ing MAC Address Software Version Parent Status Link Quality e Name Router Lib Change A100000000000101 Receiver BABABABABABABAb Online 64 131 mins In the lt Name gt box type in the new name you require and click the Change button NB There is a limit of 10 ASCII characters for router names To give a sensor a more meaningful label right click on the sensor and choose Properties In the Name box type in the new name you require and click the Change button NB There is a limit of 10 ASCII characters for sensor names Sensor Properties Status Configuration Analogue Channel Mapping Name Library MAC Address Software Version Parent Status Link Quality Runtime Battery 4100000000000005 10 3 Router Art A100000000000103 Online 2 75 mins 94 runtime 61 mins Page 29 of 45 Creating Analogue Output Channel Mapping Each sensor has at least one measured value and with options fitted can have up to 4 measured values These values need to be mapped or assigned to a unique 0 10Vdc output channels on the receiver Parameters which can be mapped to an output channel are Temperature E Relative Humidity Setpoint level Momentary switch status To map these parameters first select the sensor or router with sensing element Right click on the device and
34. ing automatic configuration mode Adding or removing nodes Providing a text and graphical display of the network Monitor device status Monitor link and battery quality View logs for receiver configuration changes The CMS installation procedure installs 3 components Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 E Sontay SonNet CMS Sontay device USB device drivers NB It is important that the CMS installation be completed prior to connecting the PC to the receiver Important Windows 7 Users Prior to installing CMS it is important to turn off driver signing From the Start menu type cmd exe in the search bar Right click on cmd exe and choose run as administrator BRRR A T U Programs 1 EN cmd exe Open Documents Hy Run as administrator db gcprevue Pin to Taskbar Microsoft OI Pin to Start Menu J Re Paym Restore previous versions c3 RE Systel Send to lt j RE Syster Cut a FormMai 2 oon 3i Re Order ed of ClickYes A ClickVesF Delete ber 010220 A Re Click ol dem Open file location c3 RE Click A RE Click Properties 3 Re ClickYes Pro Feedback Form Page 18 of 45 Run the following commands in the shell bcdedit exe set loadoptions DDISABLE INTEGRITY CHECKS bcdedit exe set TESTSIGNING ON Administrator C Windows system32 cmd exe Re M IIT Microsoft Windows Versio
35. lishing both router and sensors functions Routers and sensors can either communicate directly with the receiver or via other routers Routers are required to be permanently powered as they need to stay awake at all times to allow signals from child nodes to be instantly forwarded to their parent nodes Battery powered sensors only wake for very short periods to send data R1 R2 In the schematic above routers R2 to R7 have in 5 children each all battery powered sensors ki Their parent is the receiver Router R1 has 6 S children and R8 has 4 children giving a total R6 number of network devices of 50 including the receiver The receiver can support a maximum of 16 directly connected child devices of which only 12 can be battery powered nodes plus up to 4 routers Routers can support a maximum of 16 directly connected child devices of which only 8 can be battery powered nodes plus up to 8 routers There can be a maximum depth of 8 layers of routers in a network and a maximum of 50 nodes per network with the RF RX series of receivers Page 11 of 45 Note that battery powered devices can only route their signals to the receiver directly or through routers and not through other battery powered devices When planning a SonNet radio network it is recommend that the Sontay SonNet Site Survey Kit be used This easy to use package allows installers to test signal strengths between locations
36. n Radio Output Frequency 2 4GHz 16 channels automatically selected direct sequence spread spectrum Compliance IEEE 802 15 4 2006 Aerial Characteristics Gain 1 2dBi VSWR 1 5 1 Data Encryption AES 128 Power Output OdBm Accuracy Temperature 0 3 C Optional RH 3 RH Battery Type 3 6V AA 2 4Ah Li SOCL non rechargeable Battery Life gt 3 years depending on configuration Housing Material ABS flame retardant Dimensions 85 x 85 x 23mm Environmental Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C RH O to 90 non condensing Storage Temperature 10 C to 80 C RH 0 to 90 non condensing Country of origin UK Refer to product datasheets for installation instructions Page 5 of 45 Plant Mounting Specification Radio Output Frequency 2 4GHz 16 channels automatically selected direct sequence spread spectrum Compliance IEEE 802 15 4 2006 Aerial Characteristics Gain 2 0dBi VSWR 2 1 Data Encryption AES 128 Power Output OdBm Accuracy Temperature 0 3 C Optional RH 3 RH Battery Type 3 6V 2 1Ah 2 3 A Li SOCL non rechargeable Battery Life gt 3 years depending on configuration Housing Material ABS flame retardant type VO Dimensions 55mm x 90mm dia Mounting Holes 4mm spaced 85mm apart Protection IP65 Environmental Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C RH 0 to 90 non condensing Storage Temperature 10 C to 80 C RH 0 to 90 non condensing Country of origin UK
37. n 6 1 7688 Copyright c 2009 Microsoft Corporation All rights reserved C Users Gordon Hold gt bcdedit exe set loadoptions DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS The operation completed successfully C Users Gordon Hold gt bcdedit exe set TESTSIGNING ON The operation completed successfully iC Users Gordon Hold gt Build 7600 Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 is installed first if not already installed followed by Sontay SonNet CMS and finally the Sontay device USB device drivers Note that there is an issue with SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 and MSXML 6 SP2 see Microsoft Knowledge Base article KB954459 for full details To overcome this the CMS installation will offer to run the Windows Installer Cleanup Utility to uninstall MSXML6 SP2 When this message appears click on the Install button SonNet CMS Setup The following components will be installed on your machine MSXML6 SP SQLExpress 2005 Cleanup Do you wish to install these components If vou choose Cancel setup will exit Install Page 19 of 45 Installing the CMS SonNet CMS Setup For the following components SQL Server 2005 Express Edition SP2 Please read the following license agreement Press the page down key to see the rest of the agreement MICROSOFT SOFTWARE SUPPLEMENTAL LICENSE TERMS SQL SERVER NATIVE CLIENT FOR MICROSOFT SQL SERVER Microsoft Corporation or based on where you live one of its
38. o auto commissioning mode In this mode any nodes that can correctly identify themselves as SonNet nodes will be allowed to join the network Any nodes that do join will be added to the CMS textual display Manual Mode In manual mode individual nodes can be removed from or added to the authorised node list from the CMS Manual mode is the default mode A node can then be authorised by Options gt Authorise add a new node or selecting the same option on the right click menu in the Textual or Graphical parts of the application display The user must type the MAC address found on the PCB or product housing of the new node into the dialog that appears and can also give the node a textual name up to 10 characters Why do some menu items disappear if the CMS application is idle for some time The CMS has a timeout that operates when in Admin mode If there is no activity for some time the CMS application will exit admin mode and some admin menu items will be disabled or removed The timeout can be set in Options gt Change Idle Time Admin mode can be entered again in File gt Switch Admin Mode The CMS application right click menu has stopped being provided Why This probably means that the CMS has detected that the receiver has been disconnected from the PC This will be indicated on the status bar at the bottom left side of the CMS application window Receiver Disconnected In this state many of the CMS facilities are disabled until t
39. on the required device and select Properties from the drop down menu Select the Configuration tab Of Sensor Properties Measurement interval Status Configuration Analogue Channel Mapping Temperature change threshold RH change threshold Measurement Intervat 40 00 10 900 secs Setpoint threshold Significant Change T hresholds Temperature 0 80 0 1 1 0 C When all changes are Relative Humidity 700 3 10 complete click the Change c button to accept the changes eit ODE 5 00 1 294 or the Close button to exit without accepting the changes Page 33 of 45 Authorising a new node When adding an additional node to an existing system it is strongly recommended that the auto commissioning method is not used unless the number of new nodes to be added becomes time prohibitive Authorised add anew node MAC address To manually authorise a new node s you must be logged Device Name on at administrator level From the menu bar click on Options and then select Authorise add a new node from the drop down menu You will need to make a note of the unique 16 digit MAC address of the new node found on the label on the device Ensure the new device is powered on Authorised add anew node MAC address Al 00000000000008 Enter this MAC address and a device label into the appropriate box fields and click OK to submit the details or click Cancel to discard
40. ower supply polarity is correct if using a 24Vdc supply Ensure where possible that the router aerials are aligned vertically and as far away from obstructions as possible Do NOT switch on the router s until all SonNet devices are installed and ready for commissioning Mount all end devices EDs in their appropriate positions a Ensure that each space housing ED is mounted with the tamperproof screw at the bottom This ensures the integral PCB aerial is in the correct alignment b Ensure that each plant housing ED is mounted with the aerials aligned vertically and as far away from obstructions as possible Do NOT switch on EDs until the receiver and ALL routers are installed and commissioned Connect the receiver s USB connector to a laptop or PC with CMS installed Switch on the receiver If this is the first time the receiver has been commissioned note that the red LED near the reset button is flashing This indicates that the receiver has no child devices on the network If required install the 2 drivers required for CMS see page 23 Windows 7 users please see page 18 Start CMS by double clicking the desktop icon Select the required com port see page 24 Log on at admin level see page 26 and 28 If required add a background image to CMS map display see page 35 Using CMS ensure that the receiver appears in the hierarchical display Add to the map display by drag and drop Place the receiver in auto commissioning mode see page 27
41. s 2 RF Channel 14 amp Routers x E Sensors Router Properties Sas Status Analogue Channel Mapping S Name Router Lib Change The specific properties of any device can be viewed by right clicking a device and selecting MAC Address A100000000000101 Properties in the drop down menu Software Version Parent Receiver AGAGAGAGAGAGAGAE Available router properties are Status nline Link Quality 64 Parent if applicable Runtime 131 mins MAC address Software version Status Link Quality Runtime Any active alarms Active Alarms Page 31 of 45 Sensor Properties ET Status i Configuration Analogue Channel Mapping ferr eem 0e Name Library MAC Address A100000000000005 Available sensor properties are Software Version 10 3 Parent if applicable Parent Router Art A100000000000103 MAC address Status Online Software version Link Quality 2 Status Runtime 75 mins Link Quality Runtime Battery 94 runtime 61 mins Battery level Any measured values Temperature 13 2 C Any active alarms Helative Humidity 6 Setpoint 48 Active Alarms Receiver Properties d Name Available receiver properties are MAC Address ABAGAGAGAGAGAGAG Software Version 1 2 MAC address Software version RF channel used RF Channel 14 nine Runtime 103 mins Authorised nodes AuthorisedNodes Router Lb A10O000000000101 Routerl2 A100000000000
42. select Properties from the Status Configuration Analogue Channel Mapping drop down menu Sensor Properties Select the Analogue Channel M omentary Witch a Mapping gt tab SetpointMeasurement Using the lt Function gt list box select which device parameter to map Using the lt Channel No gt list box select the output channel to map to Click the lt Set Analogue Mapping gt button to accept the changes or the lt Close gt Temperature Measuremen button to exit with accepting ChannelNo RH Measurement the mapping changes Setpoint Measurement Momentary Switch State Set Output Mappings Functiorn Repeat this operation for all device parameters and for all devices Page 30 of 45 To remove an analogue channel mapping follow the steps above but select No Mapping from the Channel No list box Viewing Device Properties Hierarchical Display z Receiver 3 MAC Address amp amp ABABABABABABAS 2 gt nalogue Channel Mapping 1 Pavillion Temperature Alum Relative Humidity Art Studio Switch 2 4 5 sensorl4 Temperature 6 To view the current analogue output channel mappings expand the receiver in the text display sensor14 Relative Humidity 8 Art Studio Setpoint o o o 9 10 Router Art Temperature 3 21 Pavillon Temperature 3 Last Update 20 02 2009 11 35 55 3 Runtime 81 min
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45. ty b If any EDs link is shown in red check for obstructions between it and it s parent check to see that the aerial is fitted and is vertical for plant housing EDs or that the housing is mounted correctly for space housing EDs In the hierarchical display right click on each ED and select Refresh Node Information from the menu This will cause the ED to transmit not only it s measurements but also it s hours run and battery hours run data as well NB This extra data is NOT normally transmitted but must be requested using CMS Where hours run and battery level are shown in italics this denotes that a request for data has been sent to a device but the device has not yet responded When the installed network is finally formed briefly press the receiver reset button and ensure the network reforms properly This may take several minutes depending on the number of network devices When the network topology has been verified and all devices are working correctly user configuration can begin see pages 29 33 Map all receiver analogue outputs needed to the required device measurements see page 30 When configuration is complete save the map display layout see page 41 Generate a report of the completed network to document it for future reference see page 42 Page 44 of 45 Best Practise Points 10 11 Always conduct a site survey and ensure that if you plan to use an external extension aerial on the system
46. uality 64 x E Sensors l Quality 83 ED Udbon d Funtime 119 mins i Rims 138 mins d TCI s S Router Art 2 Battery 454 runtime 70 mins 4 MAC Address A100000000000103 4 pm Parent Router Lib 3 MAC Address A100000000000005 Status Online Parent Router Art 3 Temperature 22 6 C Output 10 3 Status Online d Relative Humidity 23 gt Temperature 13 2 C Last Update 20 02 2009 11 44 26 9 Relative Humidiy 6 gt Link Quality 2 9 Setpoint 48 Runne Si wins e un me i rs E i ji ui MARS 4 Runtime 75 mins e qp Unkno 3 Battery 94 runtime 61 mins s Alium Each category can be expanded to view more detail or collapsed to hide detail The Unknown category is initially populated by devices which are joining the network for the first time either by auto commissioning or manual authorization Devices are held in the unknown category until CMS has determined the type of device trying to join for example a router or node and which options if any are fitted such as setpoint When CMS has determined this information the device will then automatically be placed in it s appropriate category Page 28 of 45 Changing Device Labels Each device when first depicted in the CMS has a default label such as Router1 or Sensor2 To give the router a more meaningful label right click on the router and choose Properties Router Properties Status Analogue Channel Mapp
47. utputs can be added without having to replace the existing receiver Receiver Specification Radio Output Frequency 2 4GHz 16 channels automatically selected Direct sequence spread spectrum Compliance IEEE 802 15 4 2006 Aerial Characteristics Gain 2 0dBi VSWR 2 1 Data Encryption AES 128 Power Output 10dBm Page 9 of 45 Analogue Outputs RF RX20 20 x 0 10Vdc analogue outputs 010mA max each RF RX40 40 x 0 10Vdc analogue outputs 010mA max each Output ranges Temperature 10 C to 70 C RH 0 to 100 Setpoint 0 to 100 Switch OVdc OFF 10Vdc ON Power Supply 24Vac dc Housing DIN Rail W203 x H104 x D38mm excluding aerial Environmental Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C RH O to 90 non condensing Storage Temperature 10 C to 80 C RH 0 to 90 non condensing Country of origin UK Refer to product datasheets for installation instructions Part Codes e _RF RX20 Receiver c w 20 x 0 10Vdc outputs RF RX40 Receiver c w 40 x 0 10Vdc outputs RF DB20 20 x 0 10Vdc output expansion daughter board for RF RX20 RF AERIAL Replacement whip aerial RF AERIAL 2 2m coaxial cable extension RF AERIAL 5 5m coaxial cable extension Page 10 of 45 The Radio Network A Sontay SonNet radio system is comprised of a receiver battery powered sensors and permanently powered routers Routers though permanently powered can also have sensing elements accomp
48. utton to submit the change or click Cancel Page 26 of 45 Auto Commissioning Mode IMPORTANT When a new radio system network is being commissioned for the first time it is essential to place the receiver in automatic commissioning mode for the network to form If this is not done the network is treated as secure and will not allow any nodes or routers to join the network without manually authorising each device this involves entering the device MAC address To place the receiver and network in automatic commissioning mode ensure you are logged on as an administrator From the menu bar select Options and click Auto commissioning Mode A tick beside this option denotes that this special mode is enabled 7 File Options View 9 Auto commissioning Mode Set Background Image 2 Change Port Name Change Idle Time Change Password Change Update Time S Configure Communication Log a k Set Traffic LogFilter The status bar of CMS displays whether the receiver is in auto commissioning mode or if the network is locked Network Locked Network Locked Network Commissioning Auto commissioning mode When the network has formed completely and all devices can be viewed in the CMS it is strongly recommended that the receiver and network be taken out of auto commissioning mode To take the receiver and network out of automatic commissioning mode ensure you are logged on as an administrator From the m
49. ving and Opening Layouts ccscccccsssseccccceeseeecccceescceceeeeececeeeueeecesauaeceeseenecessauaeeeeeees 41 Receiver Print Preview cseeeseeeseeeeeeene nennen nennen nenas sna sre tesa se sa sess tesa senate sa stes tesa na nns 42 Commissioning A SonNet System A Step By Step Guide ccsesscccccsssececcceeseeececceeeceesseaeeceeseaaaeeees 43 BPG E RON EP A E T T S A 45 Page 3 of 45 Overview The wireless nodes are based on direct sequence spread spectrum communication in the 2 4 2 5GHz band compliant with IEEE 802 15 4 2006 All nodes have a unique MAC address equivalent to a unique serial number All nodes have a PCB mounted on off switch or jumper All nodes retain their configuration properties across a power failure Environmental Storage temperature range of 10 to 80 C Storage relative humidity range of O to 90 non condensing e Ambient operating temperature range of 10 C to 70 C Ambient operating relative humidity range of O to 90 non condensing Battery Fitting and Replacement When a battery is installed or when it is replaced observing the correct polarity is very important Fitting the battery incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the sensor Recommended batteries are 3 6Vdc 2 4Ah AA size Lithium Thionyl Chloride types for space housing sensors or 3 6Vdc 2 1Ah 2 3 A size Lithium Thionyl Chloride types for plant housing sensors and are not rechargeable
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