User's Manual

SynapSense Installation and User Manual
Release 2.0 Page 8
join an existing network.
Once the node has found the network the red light will cease and the blue light
will blink every two seconds until the network is synchronized.
Nodes may fall out of an active network if their signal strength is weak. Consider
topology changes such as the addition of repeaters of the movement of other
nodes in order to improve signal conditions. For more information, see the
SynapSense Wireless Sensor Network User’s Guide.
4. The node appears to have stopped sending on the network (Does not apply to Remote Gateway
2)
Check for the flashing red light (above) to see if the node has somehow fallen out
of the network.
The node can be reset without the removal of the battery comportment by the use
of a magnetic reset tool, or any medium powered magnet. While watching the
diagnostic light area, move the magnet along the long edge opposite the external
sensor ports. The diagnostic lights will light and flash when the node has
successfully reset.
5. The Red LED is flashing on Remote Gateway 2:
This indicates the node is operating in battery backup mode. This is caused by
loss of 5VDC power supplied to the DC Jack connector. Check the external wall
adapter is plugged in and has power.
6. Loss of Network communication:
Cycle power to Remote Gateway 2 by turning the on/off switch to OFF position
(marked O on front panel), wait 10seconds, and then to ON position (marked I on
front panel).