Reference Manual
Table Of Contents
- Preface
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup
- 2.1. Setting the Radio's Role in the Network and the Network Type
- 2.2. Establishing Communication with Instrumentation and Computers
- 2.3. Establishing Communication with Other Radios in the Network
- 2.4. Designate the RF Transmission Characteristics
- 2.4.1. 900MHz Channel Select Parameters
- 2.4.2. 900MHz Frequency Key (Golden Setting)
- 2.4.3. 900MHz Frequency Zones
- 2.4.4. High Noise
- 2.4.5. 900MHz Hop Frequency Offset
- 2.4.6. 900MHz Hop Table Size
- 2.4.7. 900MHz Hop Table Version
- 2.4.8. Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size (Golden Setting)
- 2.4.9. MCU Speed
- 2.4.10. Remote LED
- 2.4.11. Retry Time Out
- 2.4.12. RF Data Rate (Golden Setting)
- 2.4.13. RTS to CTS
- 2.4.14. Slave Security
- 2.4.15. Transmit Power
- 2.4.16. Transmit Rate
- 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks
- 3.1. Point to MultiPoint Network Characteristics
- 3.2. Point-to-MultiPoint Network Quick Start
- 3.3. Point-to-MultiPoint Operation LEDs
- 3.4. Overlapping MultiPoint Networks
- 3.5. Establishing Communication with Other Radios in a MultiPoint Network
- 3.6. Routing Communications through the Network
- 3.7. Setting Other MultiPoint Parameters
- 3.7.1. 1 PPS Enable Delay
- 3.7.2. Diagnostics
- 3.7.3. DTR Connect
- 3.7.4. Local Mode
- 3.7.5. Master Packet Repeat
- 3.7.6. Master Packet Repeat in MultiPoint Networks with Repeaters
- 3.7.7. Max Slave Retry
- 3.7.8. Radio ID
- 3.7.9. Radio Name
- 3.7.10. Repeaters
- 3.7.11. Repeater Frequency
- 3.7.12. Retry Odds
- 3.7.13. Slave / Repeater
- 3.8. Conserving Power
- 3.9. Reading Diagnostics in Tool Suite
- 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks
- 5. Advanced Programming
- 6. Viewing Radio Statistics
- 7. Approved Antennas
- 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts
- 9. Troubleshooting
- 10. FGR3 Release Notes
- Appendix A: FGR3 Technical Specifications
- Appendix B: FGR3 Board Level Mechanical Drawing
- Appendix C: 900MHz Factory Default Settings
- Appendix D: 900MHz Channel Frequency IDs
- Appendix E: FreeWave Legal Information
Appendix E: FreeWave Legal Information
FGR3
User-Reference Manual
LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 141 of 143 Copyright © 2019FreeWave
This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in
part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
All models sold under the listed FCC ID(s) must be installed professionally and are only approved for use when
installed in devices produced by FreeWave Technologies or third party OEMs with the express written approval
of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Changes or modifications should not be made to the device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
The antennas used MUST have a separation distance of at least 22.4 cm from all persons and MUST NOT be co-
located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Host Installation and Label
When any FreeWave Technologies, Inc. module is placed inside a Host, a label must be placed on the outside of
the Host. The label must include the text: “Contains FCC: KNYFGR3".
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 22.4 cm between the radiator and your
body.
FCC Notification of Power Warning
The FGR3 Wireless Data Radios covered in this document has a maximum transmitted output power of
1000mW.
The antennas used MUST provide a separation distance of at least 22.4 cm from all persons and MUST NOT be
co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
ISED Notifications
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Ce dispositif est conforme aux normes permis-exemptes du Canada RSS d'industrie. L'opération est sujette aux
deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter
n'importe quelle interférence, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer le fonctionnement peu désiré du dispositif.
The content of this documentation covers FreeWave Technologies, Inc. models sold under IC: 2329B-FGR3.
ISED Host Installation and Label
When any FreeWave Technologies, Inc. module is placed inside a Host, a label must be placed on the outside of
the Host. The label must include the text “Contains IC: 2329B-FGR3".
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement
This system has been evaluated for RF Exposure per RSS-102 and is in compliance with the limits specified by
Health Canada Safety Code 6. The system must be installed at a minimum separation distance from the antenna
to a general bystander of 13.1 inches (33.3 cm) to maintain compliance with the General Population limits.
L’exposition aux radiofréquences de ce système a été évaluée selon la norme RSS-102 et est jugée conforme
aux limites établies par le Code de sécurité 6 de Santé Canada. Le système doit être installé à une distance
minimale de 13.1 pouces (33.3 cm) séparant l’antenne d’une personne présente en conformité avec les limites
permises d’exposition du grand public.
Professional Installation
All models sold under the listed IC ID must be professionally installed.
Detachable Antenna Usage
This radio transmitter 2329B-FGR3 has been approved by ISED to operate with the antenna types listed in the
Approved Antennas List (on page 142) with maximum permissible gain indicated.
Le présent émetteur radio 2329B-FGR3 a été approuvé par ISED pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne
énumérés dans le Approved Antennas List (on page 142) et ayant un gain admissible maximal.