RF500A GATEWAY SYSTEM MANUAL
Comark Wireless Monitoring - RF500A System Manual Contents RF500 System Components........................................................................................................................................................ 1 RF500A Gateway..................................................................................................................................................................... 1 RF500 Transmitters..........................................................................
Gateway Fixing...................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Transmitter Fixing.................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Mains Wiring....................................................................................................................................
Comark Wireless Monitoring - RF500A System Manual Lumberg Connector............................................................................................................................................................... 42 Power Connector................................................................................................................................................................... 43 Gateway Relay Outputs...............................................................................
RF500 System Components RF500 System Components RF500A Gateway The RF500A Gateway is available in two variants: • RF500A Standard • RF500AP Power over Ethernet enabled The actual Gateway model is indicated on the side label by a check mark adjacent to the model code. R F500A R F500AP C o m a r k In s t r u m e n ts , 5 2 H u r r ic a n e w a y , N o r w ic h , N o r f o lk , N R 6 6 J B . U K T e l: 0 1 6 0 3 (+ 4 4 1 6 0 3 ) 2 5 6 6 4 7 E m a il: s e r v ic e @ c o m a r k ltd .c o m w w w .
RF500 System Components RF500 Transmitters RF500 Transmitters are available as single items. Each RF500 Transmitter is packed with a mounting bracket and 2-tiewraps. RF512 Temperature Transmitter Integral temperature sensor plus connectors for two external temperature sensors and an external door sensor. External temperature range: –40°C to +125°C RF512M Temperature Transmitter Backbone Option Integral temperature sensor plus connectors for two external temperature sensors and an external door sensor.
RF500 System Components Humidity range: 10-90% RH Includes High Gain Antenna and RF520 AC mains adaptor. RF515 Analog Input Transmitter and RF515A Connection Box Two analog input channels, each capable of configuration as 0-1V, 0-10V or 4-20mA using RF515A connection box. RF515A Connection Box Two channel screw-terminal box with 0.25m lead terminated with 6-Pin Lumberg Plug. Includes two sets of 10R, 2K and 18K2 precision resistors.
RF500 System Components Know your Gateway Front View with LEDs Figure 1 - Front view of RF500A Gateway 4
RF500 System Components There are four LEDs on the front of the Gateway: ON FAULT Steady Blue Flashing Blue Steady Green Flashing Green Off Flashing Yellow ALARM Flashing Red POWER/BATTERY The Gateway is running Gateway is shutting down External power is available. Gateway is on and running off the battery pack Gateway is off and external power is not available Contact technical support from your local distributor or Comark Instruments.
RF500 System Components Bottom Connections A B D C C E Figure 2 - Rear view of RF500 Gateway A. 12 VDC input B. Cable clamps C. RJ45 Ethernet LAN Socket D. SW1 – Jack Socket for Relay Output 1 E.
RF500 System Components Side Switches and Connections R F500A R F500AP C o m a r k In s t r u m e n ts , 5 2 H u r r ic a n e w a y , N o r w ic h , N o r f o lk , N R 6 6 J B . U K T e l: 0 1 6 0 3 (+ 4 4 1 6 0 3 ) 2 5 6 6 4 7 E m a il: s e r v ic e @ c o m a r k lt d .c o m w w w .c o m a r k ltd .c o m C o m a r k In s t r u m e n ts , P O B o x 9 0 9 0 , E v e re tt, W A 9 8 2 0 6 , U S A T e l: (5 0 3 ) 6 4 3 5 2 0 4 E m a il: s e r v ic e @ c o m a r k U S A .c o m w w w .c o m a r k U S A .
RF500 System Components Know your Transmitter A. Alarm LED. Flashes red to indicate any one channel in alarm B. Active LED. Flashes green to indicate external power detected C. Infra-Red interface. For Comark use only D. Antenna. (Do not remove whilst in operation) E. Lashing eye - Four available F.
RF500 System Components A B C Figure 5 - Connector view of RF512, RF515 & RF516 Transmitter A. Lumberg Socket for Probe B. Socket for Door & RF525 Activator (Dual function) C.
RF500 System Components Transmitter Display RF500 Transmitters all have a liquid crystal display as shown below. Only RF512 is capable of using all three display areas and annunciators. Indicates that the door channel reads open. Indicates that the internal lithium battery requires replacement. Indicates an unacknowledged alarm on any channel. IN T When steady, indicates that the transmitter has logged onto the Gateway.
Safety Information Safety Information Under no circumstances may a user make any changes to the RF500A Gateway that would alter its performance. Any modification would void the CE compliance of the Gateway and may invalidate the warranty. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Comark Instruments, then the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. No user serviceable parts are provided in RF500 Comark Wireless Monitoring Equipment.
Safety Information • Do not modify the AC adaptor in any way. • RF512, RF513, RF515 and RF516 Transmitters contain a C-size lithium cell. This cell must not be incinerated or subjected to temperatures in excess of 100°C. Do not deform, mutilate, crush, pierce, disassemble, recharge or short circuit. Such abuse can result in loss of seal, and/or cell explosion. Also exposure to humid conditions for long periods should be avoided. • Do not insert metal objects into connectors.
RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview Gateway – Introduction The RF500 Gateway is an embedded microprocessor device containing a radio module for RF communications to the measuring transmitters. The radio module uses a licence free band in the 2.4GHz spectrum. Comark Instruments RF500 uses proprietary protocols over a standard IEEE 802.15.4 link.
RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview The Gateway can be either desk mounted or wall mounted. Wall mount keyhole slots are provided on the case. The external long range Antenna has variable orientation to suit vertical or horizontal mounting. Four LEDs on the Gateway display current status of the system – On/Off, Power/Battery, Alarm indication, and Fault indicators.
RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview Overview of RF500 Mesh Networking The RF500 Wireless Monitoring System uses the IEEE 802.15.4 radio transmission standard to implement a radio mesh network. A mesh network is comprised of the following devices: • Gateway • Mesh Transmitter • Transmitter On installation each transmitter is associated with a particular Gateway by serial number.
RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview G a te w a y M e s h T r a n s m itte r T r a n s m itte r A A B B ! D a ta tr a n s fe r in te r r u p te d tr a n s m itte r c o n tin u e s to s to r e d a ta . T r a n s m itte r r e r o u te s to s e lf- h e a l n e tw o r k a n d tra n s fe rs s to re d d a ta .
RF500 Wireless Monitoring System Overview Meshing Transmitters and Backbone Transmitters Whenever a RF512 or RF513 transmitter is powered by a RF520 AC adaptor it will become a Meshing unit and will form part of the radio mesh network. However if external power is removed it will revert back to a regular Transmitter. RF512 and RF513 have the option to become “Network Backbone” units or routers which will intelligently forward messages on behalf of other transmitters.
Equipment Installation Equipment Installation Comark Instruments strongly recommend that RF500 System installation is carried out by a Comark Installation Engineer or by a Comark Authorised Distributor or Agent. Gateway Fixing Mounting of the Gateway is possible using the keyhole screw fixings provided on the rear of the Gateway itself.
Equipment Installation Ventilation At no time should the ventilation slots on the Gateway be covered or obstructed. At least 100mm of free space must be provided above and below the Gateway to ensure that sufficient airflow is maintained through the case to provide adequate cooling. Failure to do this may result in damage to the Gateway due to overheating and invalidation of the warranty.
Powering On and Off Powering On and Off This chapter covers connectors and switching on and off. Switch On PLEASE ENSURE THE ANTENNA HAS BEEN FITTED. IT IS ESSENTIAL TO AVOID DAMAGE. 1. Plug the Gateway AC adaptor into the socket on the underside of the Gateway, or for the PoE model (RF500AP) plug the ethernet cord into a PoE enabled network socket . The Power/Battery indicator should show steady green. 2.
Powering On and Off Gateway Switch OFF To turn the Gateway OFF navigate to the hardware page of the website and use the Shutdown Gateway button, this will initiate the Gateway shut-down procedure. If for some reason it is not possible to use the Shutdown Gateway button, press and hold the ON/OFF switch for 4 seconds. The Gateway will beep once and the On/Off indicator will flash to indicate shut-down.
Gateway Commissioning Gateway Commissioning This section covers: • Network connection • Setup of first Administrator • Setting Gateway language • Setting Gateway name • Setting date and time • Network configuration Each Gateway is shipped with a default IP address of 192.168.25.220. The Gateway is commissioned using a Web Browser via a Network connection. Comark recommend that the initial configuration is performed using a cross-over RJ45 cable.
Gateway Commissioning Requirements for Commissioning • Computer with RJ45 ethernet jack. • Ethernet cross-over cable • Static IP address and subnet mask (Usually allocated by IT Department) • Default gateway IP address (To enable access from different subnets) • Email server name or IP address • DNS server IP address (required if email server is named) • For modem connections telephone sockets for the RF500 Gateway and PC modem plus associated leads are required.
Gateway Commissioning Viewing the Gateway Login Page Each Gateway is shipped with a default IP address of 192.168.25.220. 1. Start the Web Browser on the PC 2. Enter the address into the Address Bar as displayed below. 3. Press “Enter” key or click “Go”. Figure 8 - Browser Address Bar The Gateway login screen will be displayed.
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Gateway Commissioning Setup of First Administrator As shipped, the Gateway has no users configured except for a special “one-time-use” installation user which enables an installer to add the main Administrator to the Gateway. Thereafter this Administrator’s username is used to perform all subsequent commissioning. 1. At the Gateway user login screen, type the username “comark” and click Enter 2. At the password screen enter “42” and click Enter 3.
Gateway Commissioning Gateway Language The language the Gateway uses in web pages and in emails can be changed as follows: 1. Click the Administration button then the Language button. 2. Click the radio button below the flag corresponding with your choice of language. Enter your password and click the Submit button. The language selected is used immediately for all web pages and emails generated for all users. There is no need to reset the Gateway or Login again.
Gateway Commissioning Network Setup The Network Settings page has many fields but at this stage for a basic LAN connectivity test, only the Network Details section is required. 1. Click Administration button then the Setup Network button. Network Details Usually the IT Department will allocate a static IP address and subnet mask for the Gateway. Enter these using dotted decimal notation into their respective fields. If access from different subnets is required also enter the Network Gateway IP address.
Gateway Commissioning 5. Using Appendix-A Setting a Fixed IP Address as a guide, restore the computer network settings back to as existed previously. 6. Connect both the PC and RF500 Gateway to the LAN using regular ethernet patch leads. 7. Verify that a connection can be made to the Gateway by following the Viewing the Gateway Login Page steps using the newly configured IP Address instead of 192.168.25.220.
Gateway Programming and Use Gateway Programming and Use This, the RF500 System Manual covers installation and commissioning of the RF500 Wireless Monitoring system from a hardware point of view. A Web-View Help Guide for the RF500 Wireless Monitoring System is available online via the Gateway itself. This is a detailed manual incorporating help and detailed information on use of the Gateway and transmitters, including all the available pages.
Gateway Specification – RF500A Gateway Specification – RF500A No of Channels Up to 512 No of Transmitters Up to 128 Storage Capacity Up to 10 years storage RF Frequency 2.4GHz using IEEE 802.15.4 Operating Conditions +5°C to +35°C, 10-90% RH non-condensing. No waterproof option available. AC power adaptor, rechargeable Ni-Mh battery Power Sources RF500AP only: Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability. Compliant to IEEE 802.3af Power Adaptor 100-240VAC 1.5A 50/60Hz Battery Backup 4.
Gateway Specification – RF500A Clock Accuracy 4ppm (2 minutes per year) Relay Outputs (SW1 & SW2) Two individual 2.5mm jack sockets. Contacts: 24Vdc 500mA maximum Power Consumption 12W typical Dimensions L 225mm x W 150mm x D 40mm Weight 1.
Transmitters Specification Transmitters Specification Temperature Measurement Range Integral Thermistor Sensor - RF512, RF516 Integral Thermistor Sensor - RF513 External Sensor External Pt100 Sensor -30°C to +70°C -30°C to +70°C -40°C to +125°C -200°C to +400°C Humidity Measurement Range 10 to 90% RH 33
Transmitters Specification System Accuracy with Standard Sensors Temperature Internal Thermistor – 0°C to +70°C External Thermistor – -20°C to +70°C Thermistor – full range Pt100 – full range Pt100 – with 2-point correction over a maximum range of ±50°C Pt100 – full range (Instrument only) ±0.5°C ±0.5°C ±1°C ±0.5°C plus probe ±0.1°C ±0.05°C (excluding probe) Humidity 10-90% RH ±3% Analog Input (23°C) 0.
Transmitters Specification Resolution Temperature Thermistor Pt100 0.1°C 0.015°C Door Sensor 7.5 seconds Humidity 10 to 90% RH ±0.1% Analog Input 0-1V 0-10V 4-20mA 0.1mV 1mV 1µA Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C RF Frequency 2.4GHz using IEEE 802.15.4 Standard Antenna External, removable, Omni directional with pivot.
Transmitters Specification Radio Range* *Typically 50 metres indoors Clock Accuracy** 20ppm (1 minute/month) at 25°C Logging Memory 32000 records Logging Frequency Programmable between 1 minute and 60 minutes Monitoring Frequency 1 minute LEDs Red – Warning Green – External Power (Not RF515) Case Material Over moulded food safe clear Polycarbonate with BioCote® antimicrobial Environmental Protection Case enclosure designed to meet IP67 BS EN 60529 Battery Type Replaceable Lithium ‘C’ Cell
Transmitters Specification Dimensions L 134mm x W 83mm x D 34mm Weight 270g Mains PSU Optional Mains PSU Part No RF520 100-240VAC 0.3A 50/60Hz * Internal RF range cannot be guaranteed as it varies from building to building. Requirement for all hardware is always determined on site by a physical site survey. ** Transmitters will synchronise their clocks with the Gateway at midnight. *** When used at 23°C room temperature and Radio Rate of 15 minutes.
Changing Lithium Battery on RF500 Series Transmitters Changing Lithium Battery on RF500 Series Transmitters Battery Reordering RF500 transmitters are fitted as standard with a high power 3.6V Primary lithium-thionyl chloride C-size cell. Manufacturers part number Saft LSH14 LIGHT or Saft LS26500. The Saft LS26500 battery can only be used in transmitters manufactured after April-2009. The date-of-manufacture is encoded in the serial number.
Changing Lithium Battery on RF500 Series Transmitters BATTERY C O VER 1. Disconnect all plugs from the Transmitter and remove it from its mounting bracket by sliding it upwards. 2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver undo the two retaining screws and remove the battery cover. 3. Remove the exhausted battery and wait a few seconds for the display to blank. 4.
Changing Lithium Battery on RF500 Series Transmitters Check for Transmitter Errors The removal of the battery will cause the internal clock on the transmitter to reset and so generate an Error-100 condition. This will be cleared automatically by the Gateway, see Transmitter Error Codes for details. Verify that the transmitter display shows either no error or Error-100 only.
Pinout and Wiring Pinout and Wiring These connectors are drawn from the point of view of looking into the socket from outside the transmitter Door Connector A Door Positive C B A B RF525 Activator Positive C Common Ground for Door and RF525 Power Connector B A A Positive +5 VDC B Negative Ground 41
Pinout and Wiring Lumberg Connector 2 1 3 6 4 5 Pin No RF512 Pinout RF515 Pinout RF516 Pinout 1 Thermistor External-2 External-2 Positive Pt100 Positive Voltage Input 2 Thermistor External-1 External-1 Positive Pt100 Positive Current Drive 3 Thermistor External-4 (Reserved for future use) Reserved for future use Do Not Connect No Connection 4 Thermistor Common External Common Pt100 Negative Current Drive 5 Thermistor External-3 (Reserved for future use) Reserved for future use Do N
Pinout and Wiring Gateway Relay Outputs The two relay outputs each accept a 2.5mm jack plug. These are individually controlled SPST relay contacts. Comark can supply jack plugs for wiring external equipment to be activated by the Gateway. The maximum lead length for the relay outputs is 3m. Ensure that any external equipment presents only a low voltage on the jack so as to prevent any chance of personal injury due to electric shock should the jack plug become disconnected.
Equipment Ratings Equipment Ratings Supply Voltage Comark will provide mains adaptors with plugs to suit your country, if the correct socket adaptor has not been provided please contact Comark for a replacement. AC adaptors supplied for use with RF500 Gateway and Transmitters have been designed for worldwide use over the following voltage and frequency ranges.
Equipment Ratings RF51X Transmitter Storage Conditions Temperature –40 to +85°C Humidity 10 to 90% RH (Non-condensing) RF515 Maximum Input Conditions 0-1V Range 0 - 3V 0-10V Range 0 - 30V 4-20mA Range 0 - 100mA 45
Maintenance and Cleaning Maintenance and Cleaning No specific maintenance is required for the Gateway or the transmitters. Should service be required then a “return to base” service is provided by Comark. Please contact Comark Instruments or your local distributor to make arrangements for return of any items for repair. Cleaning of the Gateway should be limited to a dry lint free cloth to remove dust and debris from the fan exhaust and air intake grill.
EC-Declaration of Conformity EC-Declaration of Conformity Comark Instruments 52 Hurricane Way Norwich Norfolk. NR6 6JB Declare that the products: Comark Wireless Monitoring System Comprising Part Numbers: RF500A,RF500AP, RF512, RF513, RF515, RF516 & RF520 Is in conformity with the requirements of the following documents (Directives): Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (R&TTE) 1999/5/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC.
Transmitter Error Codes Transmitter Error Codes Under certain conditions the transmitter display can show an error. These errors can help in diagnosing the reason a transmitter may fail to transmit data to the Gateway. This is not an exhaustive list of errors; only the most common will be described here. Error Meaning Resolution 004 Fault with Radio Module Try removing the battery then replacing it 010 Battery is Dead.
Gateway Fault Conditions Gateway Fault Conditions Under certain conditions the Gateway Fault LED can flash to indicate an error.
Appendix-A Setting a Fixed IP Address Appendix-A Setting a Fixed IP Address The following instructions detail the Windows 98, ME, 2000 and XP procedure for setting a computer for a fixed IP address. 1. Go to the Windows control panel and double-click the Network icon or the Network Connections icon 2.
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Appendix-A Setting a Fixed IP Address Figure 10 – Local Area Connection Properties 3.
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Appendix-A Setting a Fixed IP Address Figure 11 – General Tab 4. Record the original settings so that they can be restored after RF500 configuration 5. Select the “Use the following IP address” button 6. Enter the following IP address: 192.168.25.200 7. Enter the following subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 then click OK The Computer is now setup to use a fixed IP address.
Definitions of Gateway Terminology Definitions of Gateway Terminology Avg – This is the average reading recorded in the Period being displayed. On the Home Page this is the average reading over the period of time from midnight to the timestamp of the latest reading received. In the summary pages the average reading could be over a much longer period of time. Backbone – A Transmitter during setup can be designated to be part of the Wireless Network Backbone.
Definitions of Gateway Terminology Max – This is the maximum reading recorded in the Period being displayed. On the Home Page this is the maximum reading over the period of time from midnight to the timestamp of the latest reading received. In the summary pages the maximum reading could be over a much longer period of time. Min – This is the minimum reading recorded in the Period being displayed.
Definitions of Gateway Terminology Self-Healing – As part of the Mesh technology the system is able to adapt automatically if one part of the system is damaged, i.e. Radio Contact is lost with part of the Backbone. Only regular Transmitters directly reliant on the faulty part of the system will be affected with the rest of the Transmitters simply finding alternative routes for the data. Task – The name given to the collection of logging parameters for a specific monitoring job.
Glossary Glossary 21 CFR – The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the USA, issued regulations Title 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) Part 11 that provide criteria for acceptance by FDA or an approved regulatory body, for the acceptance of electronic records, electronic signatures, and handwritten signatures executed to electronic records as equivalent to paper records and handwritten signatures executed on paper.
Glossary IE – Microsoft Internet Explorer. IP address – Internet Protocol address. Unique identifier for each device connected to a network. ISP – Internet Service Provider. Licence free – Term used to describe the frequency band in which the system operates in terms of licence to broadcast. RF500 uses the licence free Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) band of 2.4GHz where operators and users are not required to purchase any kind of licence in order to use the product.
Document Revision History Document Revision History Release-0* 20110509 Manual based on RF500-System Manual Rev 5. 1st Draft sent to TRAC.
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