User Manual

Model: MR3000
Revision P1A/18042014
USER MANUAL
MicroRouter MR3000 v2.0
Ambient Systems B.V.
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2 Preface
2.1 What is the MicroRouter MR3000 v2.0
The MicroRouter MR3000 v2.0 is a self-configuring mesh-routing device in the 3000 Series wireless network. It
is intended to be used in warehouses, trailers etc. to extend the wireless coverage for wireless sensors. It
operates on mains power and is equipped with a rechargeable backup battery.
2.2 Features
1. Self-configuring and self-healing mesh network
The MicroRouter operates completely autonomous in establishing a self-healing mesh network. It
receives messages from SmartPoints and other MicroRouters/Gateways/ConnectGates and decides
what the best route is for messages to reach their final destination. It adapts its routing to wireless
dynamics. If a certain connection is temporarily blocked, messages are sent on a detour to reach their
destination.
2. Support for security
The MicroRouter supports secure transfer of messages. Message payloads can be encrypted and
network keys are required to join a network.
3. Mains power and rechargeable battery
The MicroRouter is intended to be statically deployed in warehouses, trailers and so on. It is designed
to be mains powered, however, if mains power fails it is powered from a rechargeable backup battery
with enough capacity to last for 72 hours.
4. Long range
The MicroRouter has a combined Power Amplifier (PA) & Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) offering maximum
radio range.
5. Easy installation, low maintenance
Due to its self-configuration capabilities, the MicroRouter is easy to install and requires low
maintenance. Periodically it reports network connectivity information that can be used to increase
overall performance.
2.3 Conventions
This user manual uses the following typographical conventions to mark certain portions of text: new terms,
foreign phrases, and other important passages are emphasized in italics.
Everything that represents input or output of the computer, in particular commands, program code, and
screen output, is shown in a mono-spaced font and separated by borders. Within such passages, italics
(example) indicate place-holders; you must insert an actual value instead of the place-holder. On occasion,
parts of program code are emphasized in bold face (example), if they have been added or changed since the
preceding example.
Important comments or reminders are indicated in bold and separated by borders, as follows:
Example