RAELink2 Series. Operation & Maintenance Manual

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1 RAELink2 Series RAELink2 Remote RRM-1000 Wireless Modem RAELink2 Repeater RRP-1000 Wireless Modem RAELink2 Host RRH-1000 Wireless Modem Operation & Maintenance Manual Document Number: Revision A, January 2005

2 - READ BEFORE OPERATING - This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility for using, maintaining, or servicing this product. The product will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained, and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions. The battery of the RaeLink2 Remote, RAELink2 Host, or RAELink2 Repeater will slowly drain even when it is not on. If the modem has not been charged for 1-2 months, the battery voltage will be low. Therefore, it is good practice to charge the modem before each use. It is also recommended to fully charge the modem for AT LEAST 6 HOURS before initial use. See Section 1 for more information on battery charging. CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock, never open the modem cover during normal operation. This modem is not certified to be used in hazardous location. WARNINGS!! Use only RAE Systems supplied charging adapter to charge the rechargeable battery pack inside the modem. Recharge batteries only in non-hazardous locations. STATIC HAZARD: Clean only with a damp cloth. For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand instruction manual completely before operating or servicing.

3 Table of Contents Specifications...ii Introduction...1 Packages...2 Optional Accessories...2 General Description...3 Connections Multi-functional Cable & Stationary Remote Cable...4 Charger Antenna...5 Computer...5 Serial Interface Cable...6 Stationary Cable...6 Charging/AC Operation...7 Control & Indicators...8 Turning Power On Turning Power Off...8 LED Indications...9 Unit & Network IDs...9 RAELink2 Remote & Host Operation...10 RAELink2 Repeater Operation...11 Testing the RAELink2 Repeater...11 Contacts...13 i

4 Specifications Table 1. RAELink2 Series Specifications Dimensions Weight Battery Operating Time LED Display Keypad Frequency Output Power Modulation Sensitivity Data Rate Error Detection Data Interface Charger Antenna Connector Attachment Multi function connector Configurable parameters 4.5" L x 3.1" W x 1.5" H (23.5cm L x 12.7cm x 23.5cm) 1 lbs (0.53 kg) with 1/2-wavelength antenna 2.4 lbs (1.089 kg) with magnetic-mount antenna Rechargeable, 7.4V/2.0 Ah, Lithium-Ion battery pack with built-in charger (less than 6 hours charge time) Up to 20 hours of continuous operation Power/ charge LED and RF LED POWER turn on/off MHz 1 watt (+30 dbm) Frequency-hopping spread-spectrum -108dBm at 10-6 bit error rate kbps 32 bit CRC, retransmit on error RS V DC, 500 ma SMA Reverse Polarity Belt clip 8 Pin waterproof connector Network ID ( 0 to 4095, excluding 255) Temperature -20 o C to 60 o C (-4 o F to 140 o F) Humidity 0 % to 95% relative humidity (Non-condensing) ii

5 Introduction RAELink2 Remote, Host, and Repeater compact, portable radiofrequency modems provide long-range wireless communication between remote portable gas monitors (PGMs) such as RAE Systems ppbrae Plus Plus, MultiRAE Plus, etc., and a base station/computer for comprehensive monitoring. Up to 32 monitors equipped with RAELink2 units can be networked with a single RAELink2 Host. In addition, for applications requiring long-distance monitoring or monitoring in locations with obstructions to clear line-of-sight communication, RAELink2 Repeaters extend the effective reach of the system. All three RAELink2 units share a common package design, but each is factory configured to act in one of the following three modes: 1. RAELink2 Remote. The RAELink2 Remote functions as a slave modem and communicates to a host modem with the same network ID. No interpretation of the data stream is performed. 2. RAELink2 Host. The RAELink2 Host functions as a host modem and communicates with multiple slave modems (such as the RAELink2 Remote and RAELink2 Repeater, as well as AreaRAE products) with the same network ID. No interpretation of the data stream is performed. 3. RAELink2 Repeater. The RAELink2 Repeater functions as a repeater for RAELink2 Remote slave modems (or AreaRAE series products) with the same network ID. No interpretation of the data stream is performed by the RAELink2 Repeater. Note: RAE Systems AreaRAE can be used instead of (or in addition to) RAELink2 Remote/portable gas monitor combinations in a single system. Introduction 1

6 RAELink2 Packages The RaeLink2 Remote, Host, and Repeater are packaged with different accessories. In addition, a variety of optional accessories is available. The RAELink2 Remote, Host, and Repeater consist of: A microprocessor A wireless RF modem A serial port A battery pack A charging and power management circuit. 1 Each unit is accompanied by an operation and maintenance manual and a quick reference guide. 2 RAELink2 Remote The following accessories accompany the RAELink2 Remote: 1. AC/DC 12V Charger 2. Remote stationary cable and portable cable 3.1/2-wavelength SMA-mount antenna RAELink2 Host & Repeater The following accessories accompany the RAELink2 Host and Repeater: 1. AC/DC 12V Charger 4. Multi-function cable 5. Magnetic-mount 5dB antenna RAELink2 Optional Accessories Optional accessories and replacement parts for RAELink2 Remote, Host, and Repeater include: Remote stationary cable ( ) Remote outdoor antenna on 25 extender cable ( ) Remote outdoor antenna on 50 extender cable ( ) Battery charger, VAC, 12VDC, 1.5A ( ) Portable coiled cable ( ) Multi-function cable ( ) 1/2-wavelength antenna, SMA mount ( ) Magnetic-mount antenna base ( SMA) Antenna for magnetic-mount antenna base ( ) USB to 9-pin serial adapter ( ) 2 Packages

7 General Description The RAELink2 System consists of the RAELink2 Remote, RAELink2 Repeater, and RAELink2 Host portable radio frequency (RF) units. These constitute a long-range wireless communication network linking up to 32 monitoring devices and a RAELink2 Host base station. Key features: ISM band (902 MHz 928 MHz) license-free operation Maximum 1-watt transmitting power to reach a 2-mile range Onboard microcomputer provides flexible protocol translation in order to interface to most monitoring devices via a serial port Long operating hours from built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack Factory preconfiguration allows for simple, fast, error-free setup Compatibility with other RAE Systems wireless products, including AreaRAE, AreaRAE Gamma, etc. ppbrae Plus, MultiRAE Plus, etc. RAELink2 Remote RAELink2 Repeater AreaRAE ppbrae Plus, MultiRAE Plus, etc. RAELink2 Remote AreaRAE PC running ProRAE Remote software RAELink2 Host RAELink2 System configured with RAELink2 Host connected to PC, and with both RAELink2 Remote and AreaRAE units transmitting to it. Distant RAELink2 Remote and AreaRAE units transmit to RAELink2 Repeater, which extends the range by transmitting to the RAELink2 Host. General Description 3

8 Connections All three RAELink2 units use a single connector that accommodates different cables. The multi-function cable, which accompanies the Repeater and Host, has all the necessary connectors for attaching to the charger and a computer. The RAELink2 Remote comes with a remote stationary cable, which does not have a DB9 computer connector. DB9 connector connects to PC serial port Multi-function cable connects to RAELink2 Repeater or Host s receptacle Magnet-mount antenna (Host and Repeater) 12VDC Charger power jack Antenna receptacle 1/2-wavelength antenna (Remote) RAELink2 Host and multi-function cable connection. The 1/2-wavelength antenna is used on RAELink2 Remote instead of the magnetmount antenna. Multi-function Cable or Remote Stationary Cable Connect the large round connector from the multi-function cable or remote stationary cable to the RAELink2 unit. Cap Align key and notch Multi-function cable or remote stationary cable Multi-function receptacle Locking ring Note: The cable connector that fits the RAELink2 s multi-function receptacle has a locking ring. Align the cable s connector plug with the RAELink2 s receptacle using the key and notch as a guide. Press the connector into place, and then turn the connector s locking ring to tighten the connection. Never force the connector in or out of the receptacle. 4 Connections

9 Charger Connect the charger s DC output plug to the power input jack on the multifunctional cable (or the remote stationary cable). Next, plug the charger into an electrical outlet. (The charger is used for charging the battery and for continuous operation in a fixed location.) While the battery is charging, the red Power LED blinks. When it glows steadily, the battery is fully charged. Power input jack on multi-function cable or remote stationary cable Power jack from Charger Antenna For a RAELink2 Remote, screw the antenna directly to the SMA reverse polarity connector on the unit. For RAELink2 Repeater and Host units, screw the antenna to the magnetic-mount base and then screw the SMA plug on the end of the magnetic mount s cable to the RAELink2 Repeater or Host s SMA connector. SMA reverse polarity antenna connector on RAELink2 SMA reverse polarity connector on antenna or cable from magnetic-mount antenna Computer The RAELink2 Host connects via a DB9 (9-pin) connector) to a computer running ProRAE Remote software. RAELink2 Remote and Repeater do not use the computer connector (it is only used for diagnostics and changing ID numbers by a system administrator or trained service technician). Press the DB9 connector into the DB9 serial port on the PC, and then finger-tighten the two screws on the connector. These keep the connector from coming loose and ensure the best electrical connection. DB9 serial port on PC DB9 connector from multi-function cable Note: If your computer has a USB port instead of a DB9 connector, use a USB to 9-pin serial adapter (part number ). Connections 5

10 Portable Coiled Cable After fully charging the battery in a RAELink2 Remote, the unit is ready to connect to a portable gas monitor (PGM) or third-party sensor or detector. (If you are using a third-party sensor or detector, you must use a RAELink2 Remote that is configured specifically for that unit; the RAELink2 s label includes that unit s name.) This requires disconnecting the multifunction or stationary cable and using a portable coiled cable to connect the RAELink2 Remote to the PGM or other sensor/detector. 1. Connect the RAELink2 Remote s portable coiled cable to a RAE Systems ppbrae Plus or other portable gas monitor (PGM) via the 4-pin circular connector. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the RAELink2 Remote. Stationary Cable This cable is used instead of a multi-functional cable or portable coiled cable when a RAELink2 Remote is permanently installed and needs to be continuously powered by the charger during operation. It does not have a DB9 computer connector. Connect to portable gas monitor Connect to RaeLink2 Remote Connect the large 8-pin connector to the PGM, the charger receptacle to the power jack from the charger, and the 4-pin circular connector to the PGM. Note: The connector on the cable that fits the 8-pin receptacle has a Connect to RaeLink2 Remote Connect to portable gas monitor Charger receptacle locking ring. Align the cable s connector plug to the RAELink2 Remote s receptacle using the key and notch as a guide. Press the connector into place, and then turn the connector s locking ring to tighten the connection. Never force the connector in or out of the receptacle. 6 Connections

11 Charging/AC Operation To charge the built-in Lithium-Ion battery in a RAELink2 Remote, Repeater, or Host, or to use AC power for continuous operation: 1. Connect the multi-function cable to the circular connector on the RAELink2 unit. See the figure below. Circular Connector RAELink2 Remote, Repeater, or Host Charger Charger DC receptacle on multi-function cable DB9 Computer Connection Multi-function cable (stationary cable can also be used) 2. Connect the DC plug of the charger to the receptacle on the multifunction cable. 3. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. The Power LED on the RAELink2 unit turns red and flashes continuously. When the battery is fully charged, the LED stops flashing and glows continuously. You may now disconnect the Charger. It takes 6 hours to fully charge a depleted battery. After the battery is fully charged, remove the multi-function cable. A fully charged battery can operate a RAELink2 Remote, Repeater, or Host continuously for more than 20 hours.! WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres, recharge the battery only in an area known to be non-hazardous. Ne charger les batteries que dans l emplacement désigné non dangereux. Note: A RAELink2 unit can be operated indefinitely from AC power when the multi-function cable and Charger are connected to the RAELink2 unit.! Charging & AC Operation 7

12 Control & Indicators The front panels of all three RaeLink2 units are identical and include: SMA antenna connector RF LED Power LED Multi-function connector RAELink Smart ON On/Off power switch There is only one control on a RAELink2 unit: the on/off power switch, which is labeled ON. Two LEDs indicate power status and whether data is being transmitted/received. Turning Power On 1. Press ON (on/off power switch) and hold until the LED glows steadily. (The Power LED flashes green three times before glowing steadily.) 2. Release the ON button when the Power LED steadily glows green, indicating that the modem is on and in the normal operating mode. Turning Power Off 1. Press and hold the ON button. The Power LED flashes green three times before going dark. 2. Release the button when the Power LED turns off. 8 Control & Indicators

13 LED Indications The LED indications for the RAELink2 Remote, RAELink2 Repeater, and RAELink2 Host are summarized here: Power LED RF LED Color Green Red Green Red Off Power off Charger off On steady Normal operation Battery full No data **RF ready Blink *Power On/Off Charging Receive RF data*** No data Modem error Transmit RF data * Turn on the RAELink2 unit by pressing and holding the ON button. The LED will blink three times and then glow steadily, indicating the unit is on. Use the same procedure to turn off the unit. ** RF ready indicates that a RAELink2 Remote or a RAELink2 Repeater has located a RAELink2 Host. It does not guarantee a successful data transmission. (Note: This feature is not included on a RAELink2 Host.) *** This is not visible on the RAELink2 Remote or RAELink2 Repeater. Unit & Network ID Each RAELink2 modem has a network ID that is assigned to the entire network. If you need to change an ID, contact the RAE Systems service department. For reference, the ID number of the network is written with the serial number on each RAELink2 unit s label. Control & Indicators 9

14 RAELink2 Remote & Host Operation 1. Connect a portable gas monitor (PGM) such as a ppbrae Plus, MiniRAE 2000, or MultiRAE Plus to the RAELink2 Remote using the coiled cable or combination power cable. If you are using a third-party sensor or detector, you must use a RAELink2 Remote that is configured specifically for that unit. (The RAELink2 s label includes that unit s name.) Connect the serial cable s 4-pin circular connector to the PGM. (Third-party sensor or detector units require a cable that comes with the specifically configured RAELink2E Remote.) Connect the other end to the RAELink2E Remote. 2. Connect the RAELink2 Host to your host computer using the multifunction cable. The multi-function connector should be attached to the RAELink2 Host, and the DB9 connector should be firmly attached to the computer s DB9 serial port (insert the connector into the receptacle and then finger-tighten the connector s two long screws). Note: If your computer has a USB port instead of a DB9 serial connector, use a USB to 9-pin serial adapter (part number ) between the cable and the computer. Note: If you are using the RAELink2 Host in the field, make sure the battery is fully charged. If you are using it in a fixed location, make sure the charger is connected to the multi-function cable (or to an optional remote stationary cable) and AC/DC charger to power the RAELink2 Host. 3. Start your computer and ProRAE Remote software. 4. Turn on power to the RAELink2 Host. 5. Turn on power to the portable gas monitor. 5. Turn on the RAELink2 Remote. After a few seconds, the RAELink2 Remote s RF LED should turn green, indicating that it has established a connection with the system s RAELink2 Host. When the RAELink2 Host and the RAELink2 Remote start to communicate, the RF LED flashes red and green, indicating that the RAELink2 Remote is now exchanging data with the RAELink2 Host via the wireless link. 10 Operation

15 RAELink2 Repeater Operation The RAELink2 Repeater works only when the communication between the RAELink2 Host and the RAELink2 Remote is broken due to distance or obstructions. Turn on your RAELink2 units in the following order: 1. Turn on the power to the RAELink2 Host first. 2. Locate the RAELink2 Repeater between the Host and Remote, and turn it on. After a few seconds, the RAELink2 Repeater s RF LED should turn dim green, indicating that it has established a connection with the system s RAELink2 Host. 3. Turn on the RAELink2 Remote. The RAELink2 Remote and RAELink2 Repeater start to communicate, and the RAELink2 Repeater s RF LED flashes, indicating that it is now receiving and transmitting data via the wireless link.! IMPORTANT! Note: Always follow the exact sequence outlined above to turn on the RAELink2 units in order to ensure proper operation of the RAELink2 Repeater. Testing the RAELink2 Repeater 1. Make sure your system s RAELink2 Remote (or AreaRAE) and RAELink2 Host can communicate. Remove the antennas from the RAELink2 Remote (or AreaRAE) and the RAELink2 host. Move both instruments away from each other until communication is broken. 2. Turn on the RAELink2 Repeater with its antenna attached. 3. Place the RAELink2 Repeater s antenna between the RAELink2 Remote (or AreaRAE) and the RAELink2 Host. Turning the RAELink2 Repeater on and off should establish and break communication between the Remote and Host units. This verifies the repeater function. Operation 11

16 RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems by Honeywell World Headquarters (effective May 2005) 3775 N. First St. San Jose, CA USA Phone: Fax: Web Site: RAE Systems Technical Support Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 5:00PM Pacific Time (toll-free) RAE Systems Europe ApS Orestads Boulevard 69 DK-2300 Copenhagen, DENMARK Phone: Fax: RAE Systems (Hong Kong) Ltd. Room 8, 6/F, Hong Leong Plaza 33 Lok Yip Road Fanling, N.T. HONG KONG Phone: Fax: P/N: Revision A