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Vega SI-12 User Manual

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LoRaWAN Pulse Counter
VEGA SI-12
User manual
VEGA-SI-12 is used for reading of values from metering
instruments, such as water- and electricity meters and further
transmitting of this data to LoRaWAN network.
VEGA SI-12 can be used as a security device by sending alarm
signals in case a specific contact pair is closed.
VEGA SI-12 is a control device with two open-collector digital
outputs.
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  • Page 1 LoRaWAN network. VEGA SI-12 can be used as a security device by sending alarm signals in case a specific contact pair is closed. VEGA SI-12 is a control device with two open-collector digital outputs.
  • Page 2 VEGA SI-12/User Manual Document Information Title LoRaWAN Pulse Counter VEGA SI-12 Document type Manual Document number V02-SI12-01 Revision and date 09 - 04 May 2018 This document applies to the following products: Product name Type number VEGA SI VEGA SI-12...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    “Vega SI-12” tab ..................................24 5 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL ............................25 Vega SI-12 pulse counter transmits the following types of packets: ................25 VEGA SI-12 pulse counter receives packets of the following types: ................27 6 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS ...................... 28 7 CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE ..............................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual INTRODUCTION This manual is designated for Vega SI-12 pulse counter (hereinafter – the counter) manufactured by Vega-Absolute LLC and provides information on powering and activation procedure, control commands and functions of the counter. This manual is targeted at specialists familiar with installation work fundamentals for electronic and electrical equipment.

  • Page 5: Description And Operation

    LoRaWAN protocol to the gateway through wireless communication within 860-1000 MHz frequency band. In addition, Vega SI-12 can be used as a security device - all inputs can be configured as security inputs.
  • Page 6 VEGA SI-12/User Manual  NwkSKey,  AppSKey,  AppEUI,  AppKey. Moreover this information is repeated in the label-sticker on the housing cover in the form of a QR code. The pulse counter uses port 2 for data receiving and sending...

  • Page 7: Specification

    Clamp fastening to the support, DIN-rail, wall-mounting VEGA SI-12 pulse counter can be either of A class or C class (LoRaWAN classification) and has the following features: o Automatic change from A class to C class when powered from an external power supply...
  • Page 8 VEGA SI-12/User Manual o Time referencing of current and archival readings by internal clock o Communication in case of security inputs actuation o Temperature measurement o Charge measuring of the built-in battery (%) Revision 09 – 04 May 2018...

  • Page 9: Operation

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual 3 OPERATION CONTACTS The pulse counter has 10 contacts, see table below (in order from left to right): Contact Designation Power - Power + IN1, IN2, IN3, IN4 Pulse inputs Signal ground out 1 Open-collector outputs 1 and 2 out 2 Ground contacts ( , ) are used for connection of pulse inputs IN1, IN2, IN3 and IN4.
  • Page 10 VEGA SI-12/User Manual Equipment with NAMUR pulse output is not supported Any input can be configured for work in the "Security" mode with “Vega LoRaWAN Configurator” software when connected to the counter via USB. In this case, the device does not count pulses at the "Security"...

  • Page 11: Indication

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual INDICATION There is one red LED in the board next to the start button. The indication is only used when the device is activated in the LoRaWAN network and when the operating modes are changed. Meaning LED signal...

  • Page 12: Initial Startup

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual INITIAL STARTUP Vega SI-12 pulse counter is constantly on, but can operate in a special "Storage" mode, designed for storage and transportation. The device does not regularly transmit data to the network in this mode. Before use, switch the counter from the «Storage» mode.

  • Page 13: External Devices Connection

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual EXTERNAL DEVICES CONNECTION The actuators are connected to the counter via outputs out 1 и out 2, which are of the type "Open-drain". Permissible load for each digital output is 2 A To increase the load on the device outputs, it is necessary to use an external relay. The relay connection scheme is shown below.

  • Page 14: Connecting Via Usb

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual CONNECTING VIA USB The pulse counter can be adjusted with the "Vega LoRaWAN Configurator" application (See part 4). Before connecting the device to the computer for the first time, you must install the driver for the COM port stsw-stm32102, which can be downloaded from iotvega.com. After running the executable file VCP_V1.4.0_Setup.exe, the installer window will appear:...
  • Page 15 VEGA SI-12/User Manual In this window, you need to click Next, then Install, and then the installation will begin. When the installation is completed successfully, the following screen appears: After pressing Finish the driver is ready for operation, - it is possible to connect the pulse counter via USB.

  • Page 16: Vega Lorawan Configurator

    Next, the work of the application is considered in the “Expert” mode. INTERFACE OF THE APPLICATION The "Vega LoRaWAN Configurator" application does not require the special installation. When the executable file is launched, the window for working with the application appears.

  • Page 17: Connection To The Device

    For the connection to the device, perform the following steps: 1. Connect the USB cable to the device. 2. Start the "Vega LoRaWAN Configurator" application. 3. Click the "Connect" button in the menu on the left. The application automatically recognizes the type of device, and the device selection menu becomes inactive.

  • Page 18: Device Info" Tab

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual “DEVICE INFO” TAB The "Device info" tab displays information about the device, its current status, and also the data needed to register the device in the LoRaWAN network. ABP info - displays the data necessary to register the device in the LoRaWAN network with ABP method (Activation By Personalization).

  • Page 19: Lorawan Settings" Tab

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual Update firmware - allows you to select the firmware file from your computer's hard drive and load it into the device. The device will automatically disconnect from the configurator when the download is complete. The current version of the device firmware can be downloaded from iotvega.com.
  • Page 20 869.05 SF12 125 kHz Custom Set with «Vega LoRaWAN Configurator» application In the EU_868 and RU_868 frequency bands, only 3 channels are active by default. The device sends requests for connection to the network on this "join" channels. The remaining channels that the device should use can be transferred by the LoRaWAN network server during the device activation procedure (only OTAA).
  • Page 21 VEGA SI-12/User Manual This frequency band allows you to set up to 16 channels, as well as the frequency and speed of the second receiving window. The first three channels and the second receiving window parameters are mandatory. Without these parameters the custom frequency band will be considered empty Activation type –...
  • Page 22 VEGA SI-12/User Manual Join accept delay 1 (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) – sets the time that the device will open the first receiving window to receive confirmation for the join request from the LoRaWAN network. The second window always opens after 1 second after the first.
  • Page 23 VEGA SI-12/User Manual TX power (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) – the device RF transmitter power is adjusted to this value when sending packets to the LoRaWAN network. This option can be changed by the network server. TX datarate (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) – the device transmission datarate at which it will transfer packets to the LoRaWAN network.

  • Page 24: Vega Si-12" Tab

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual “VEGA SI-12” TAB The “Vega SI-12” tab contains the settings of the connected device. Current state – displays the current parameters of the device - the number of counted pulses at the inputs, the temperature, the battery level and the current LoRaWAN class.

  • Page 25: Communication Protocol

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual 5 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL This part describes the SI-12 data exchange protocol with LoRaWAN network. SI-12 uses the LoRaWAN port 2 for uplink and downlink messages. In fields consisting of several bytes, the little endian byte order is used.
  • Page 26 VEGA SI-12/User Manual 2. «Alarm» packet sent in case of security input closure Size in bytes Field description 1 byte Packet type, this packet = 2 1 byte Battery charge, % Values of basic settings (bit field) 1 byte 1 byte...

  • Page 27: Vega Si-12 Pulse Counter Receives Packets Of The Following Types

    1 байт Output number (1-2) 1 байт New output state (0 – off, 1 - on) VEGA SI-12 PULSE COUNTER RECEIVES PACKETS OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES: 1. Real-time clock adjustment Size in bytes Field description Packet type, this packet = 1...

  • Page 28: Storage And Transportation Requirements

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual 6 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Vega SI-12 pulse counter shall be stored in the original packaging in heated room at temperatures +5°С to +40°С and relative humidity less than 85%. The counter shall be transported in covered freight compartments of all types at any distance at temperatures -40°C to +85°C.

  • Page 29: Content Of The Package

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual 7 CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE The pulse counter is delivered complete with: Vega SI-12 pulse counter – 1 pce. Screw – 4 pce. Factory certificate – 1 pce. Revision 09 – 04 May 2018...

  • Page 30: Warranty

    VEGA SI-12/User Manual 8 WARRANTY The warranty period for the device is 5 years from the date of sale or 80,000 packages sent by the device, whichever comes first. The manufacturer is obligated to provide repair services or replace the failed device during the entire warranty period.
  • Page 31 VEGA SI-12/User Manual vega-absolute.ru Operation Manual © Vega-Absolute LLC 2017 Revision 09 – 04 May 2018...

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