WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 User Manual WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio WaveFlex WPGR ‐ Version 1.2 www.Wave‐Flex.com © Copyright 2019 WaveFlex, Inc.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 Table of Contents 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Product Description ............................................................................................................................ 3 2. Hardware Overview ......................................................................................................
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 10. Labels and Markings ....................................................................................................................... 16 10.1 Labeling Instruction......................................................................................................................... 16 11. Contact ............................................................................................................................................
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 Reset Button Boot Button Bottom View Figure 1 – WaveFlex‐WPGR Overview www.Wave‐Flex.com © Copyright 2019 WaveFlex, Inc.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 2. Hardware Overview The WPGR is an FCC Certified LoRa®‐Enabled multi‐channel high performance transceiver that is based on the Semtech Rev 2b Reference Design. This design incorporates the Semtech SX1308 Digital Baseband IC and two Semtech SX1257 Radio Transceiver IC’s which are capable of operating over the 902 to 928 MHz North American/Australian, and 867.1‐868.5MHz European ISM license‐exempt frequency bands.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 3. Software Overview The WPGR uses software that was written by Semtech to provide their customers with an Open Source solution for their LoRa® based products. The Picocell GW software uses a layered architecture which consists of the Hardware Layer “picoGW_mcu”, the Hardware Abstraction Layer “picoGW_hal” and the Application Layer “packet_forwarder”. Please refer to the following web link for access to the Software and Documentation.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 4. Software Installation – LoRa® Gateway Support Software Please follow the steps below to download the Semtech LoRa® Gateway Software Package from GitHub and install this on a Raspberry Pi3. Once this software is installed and running on the RPi3 and the WPGR is plugged into the RPi3 USB Port, you will have a fully functional LoRa® Picocell Gateway System. 4.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 5. Firmware Installation for WaveFlex‐WPGR This section covers loading the LoRa® Picocell Bootloader and Firmware into the WPGR. 5.1 Initial Factory Installation of Bootloader into the WPGR. (Note: These steps are already completed in the Factory before the unit is shipped) 1. Press the “BOOT0” Button on the back of the WPGR PCB while plugging it into a USB Port on the RPi3 Unit. 2.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 6. Packet Forwarder Application Program for RPi3 Picocell Gateway Host The LoRa® Packet Forwarder is an application program that runs on the RPi3 Picocell Gateway Host. This program forwards RF packets received by the WPGR from the End‐ Node‐Devices to the LoRa® Server through an IP/UDP Link. The Packet Forwarder also forwards data that is sent by the LoRa® Server to the End‐Node‐Devices on the Network via the WPGR. 6.1 6.2 6.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 6.4 Running the Packet Forwarder on the RPi3 a. Run Packet Forwarder on RPi3 – Enter the command strings below: $ cd ~/lora‐net/picoGW_packet_forwarder/lora_pkt_fwd/ $ ./lora_pkt_fwd ‐d /dev/ttyACM0 (Note: may need to use “ttyACM1”) b. The Packet Forwarder should begin running and will start displaying the data that is transferred. The Payload Data displayed is encrypted so it cannot be read. c.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 7. WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ Specifications 7.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 8. WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ Maintenance The WaveFlex LoRa® Picocell Gateway Radio is not designed to be waterproof, so it must never be immersed in any type of liquid. The enclosure is designed for indoor use only. If the Picocell GW is used outdoors it must be placed in an appropriate enclosure to protect it completely from the elements.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 9. WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ Regulatory Statements 9.1 FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by WaveFlex, Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 9.2 IC This radio transmitter, IC: 24956‐1001003, has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 between the radiating element (antenna) & any user’s or bystander at all times and must not be co‐located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 10. Labels and Markings 10.1 Labeling Instruction When installing the Picocell Gateway Radio inside a host product in accordance with Single Modular Approved radio rules, the following sticker must be permanently placed on the exterior of the host product. www.Wave‐Flex.com © Copyright 2019 WaveFlex, Inc.
WaveFlex Picocell Gateway Radio ‐ User Manual ‐ Version 1.2 10.2 Markings 11. Contact Company Name: WaveFlex, Inc. Contact Name: Shawn S. Flannery Contact Title: President Company Address: Telephone No: 5480 Roesland Dr. Galena OH, 43021 Facsimile No: 740‐549‐4640 Email Address: sflannery@wave‐flex.com www.Wave‐Flex.com 614‐682‐5293 © Copyright 2019 WaveFlex, Inc.
