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- Page 1 LORAWAN CONVERTER M-BUS-1 User Manual M-BUS-1 converter is used for reading of values from metering instruments via M-BUS interface and further transmitting of this data to the LoRaWAN network. M-BUS-1 has also two security inputs and two ‘open drain’ outputs.
- Page 2 M-BUS-1 / User Manual Document Information Title M-BUS-1 LoRaWAN device Document type Manual - Translation from Russian Document number V02-MBUS1-01 Revision and date 10 – 27 May 2019 This document applies to the following products: Product name Type number End devices...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
“LoRaWAN settings” tab ..............................20 «Vega MBUS-1» TAB ................................25 5 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL ............................27 Converter M-BUS-1 transmits the following types of packets ..................27 Converter M-BUS-1 receives packets of the following types ..................30 6 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS ....................33 7 CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE ............................. -
Page 4: Introduction
M-BUS-1 / User Manual INTRODUCTION This manual is designated for M-BUS-1 device (hereinafter – device, converter) manufactured by Vega-Absolute LLC and provides information on powering and activation procedure, control commands and functions of the device. This manual is targeted at specialists familiar with installation work fundamentals for electronic and electrical equipment. -
Page 5: Description And Operation
The device M-BUS-1 is designed for reading of values from metering instruments via M-BUS interface and further accumulating and transmitting of this data to the LoRaWAN network. M-BUS-1 has two ‘open-drain’ outputs so it can be used as a control device. Also device has two security inputs. -
Page 6: Comunication And Data Collection Algorithm
Configurator" via USB, also adjustable via LoRaWAN. FUNCTIONAL M-BUS-1 converter can either be of class A or class C (LoRaWAN classification) and has the following features: o Automatic change from A class to C class when powered from an external power... -
Page 7: Marking
M-BUS-1 / User Manual MARKING Device marked with sticker that contain the next information: o Device model; o DevEUI; o Month and year of manufacture; o QR-code containing DevEUI for automatized count. Sticker located in three places – on device case, in factory certificate and on the packing box. -
Page 8: Specification
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 2 SPECIFICATION Main M-BUS interface Quantity of connecting M-BUS devices up to 10 Security inputs ‘Open-drain’ outputs USB-port mini-USB, type B Operating temperatures -40…+85 °С LoRaWAN AppEui by default 4D2D425553203120 LoRaWAN class A or С Quantity of LoRa channels... -
Page 9: Operation
Ground Ground contacts 8 and 10 are used for connection of security inputs COUNT_1 and COUNT_2. Security inputs of the M-BUS-1 device are used to connect circuits with the following types of NO contacts: - reed switch (Herkon); - mechanical pushbutton;... - Page 10 M-BUS-1 / User Manual While security input connected the device monitors its closure/unlocking. Should the security input triggering, the device is activated and sends an alarm message to the network. For connect an external metering instrument contacts M-BUS+ и M-BUS- are used.
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Page 11: Indication
M-BUS-1 / User Manual INDICATION There is a one red LED on the board. The indication is only used when the device is activated in the LoRaWAN network and when the operating modes are changed. LED on the board Meaning... -
Page 12: Initial Startup
M-BUS-1 / User Manual INITIAL STARTUP The M-BUS-1 converter can be powered from either an external power source or built- in battery. To operate from the built-in battery, you must connect the battery connector to the power connector on the board. -
Page 13: External Devices Connection
M-BUS-1 / User Manual To transfer the device from the "Active" mode to the "Storage" mode, you can use the long press of the start button (more than 5 seconds). Before connecting the device to the network, make sure that its registration... -
Page 14: Converter Operation In The Transparent Mode
LoRaWAN network and connected external device. M-BUS-1 can receive data from the LoRaWAN network for external devices and transfer them to the M-BUS interface without any processing. If the external device responds to the request, the converter sends the received data back to the network, also without processing, as one or more packets. - Page 15 M-BUS-1 / 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 converter via USB.
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Page 16: Vega Lorawan Configurator
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 4 VEGA LORAWAN CONFIGURATOR The "Vega LoRaWAN Configurator" application (hereinafter referred to as the configurator) is intended for setting up the device via USB. The configurator has two modes of operation - "Simple" and "Expert". In the "Simple"... -
Page 17: Connection To The Device
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 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. -
Page 18: Device Info" Tab
M-BUS-1 / 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 M-BUS-1 / User Manual Link check (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) - when pressed, the device sends a special signal to the LoRaWAN network, in response to which the network informs it of the number of gateways that received this signal and the signal quality. This button only works when the device is connected to the network.
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Page 20: Lorawan Settings" Tab
M-BUS-1 / User Manual “LORAWAN SETTINGS” TAB The "LoRaWAN Settings" tab allows you to configure various parameters of the LoRa network. Region - allows you to select one of installed frequency plans or specify a custom frequency plan. Custom frequency plan is EU-868 based. - Page 21 M-BUS-1 / User Manual If you select "Custom" in the "Region" field, you must manually specify the frequencies that the device will use. To do this, click the "Edit" button, the channel frequency editing window will appear: This frequency plan allows you to set up to 16 channels, as well as the frequency and speed of the second receiving window.
- Page 22 M-BUS-1 / User Manual ADR – this option activates the Adaptive Data Rate algorithm for automatic control of the data transfer rate from the LoRaWAN network server side. The higher the quality of the signal received by the network, the higher the speed will be installed on the device. This option is recommended only on permanently installed devices.
- Page 23 M-BUS-1 / User Manual Uplink number of transmission (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) – if the "Confirmed uplinks" function is disabled, the device will simply send each packet as many times as specified in this option. If "Confirmed uplinks" is enabled, the device will send packets until it receives a confirmation or until it sends as many packets as specified in this option.
- Page 24 M-BUS-1 / User Manual TX datarate (not displayed in the "Simple" mode) – the device transmission datarate at which it will transfer packets to the LoRaWAN network. This speed can be changed by the network server if the ADR algorithm is enabled.
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Page 25: Vega Mbus-1» Tab
In the case of converter operation in transparent mode the setting up of addresses is not required. M-BUS-1 uses the secondary addresses for poll of the connected devices. The secondary address usually is equal to meter serial number. - Page 26 M-BUS-1 / User Manual the device if the data collection period is set to 24 hours, at 00.00 and at 12.00, if the period is 12 hours and so on. All readings are stored in the device memory until the next communication session.
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Page 27: Communication Protocol
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 5 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL This part describes the M-BUS-1 data exchange protocol with LoRaWAN network. In fields consisting of several bytes, the little-endian byte order is used CONVERTER M-BUS-1 TRANSMITS THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF PACKETS 1. Packet with current readings from connected heat meter, sent regularly or on request... - Page 28 M-BUS-1 / User Manual "Values of basic settings" bit field decoding Bits Field description 0 bit Activation type 0 - OTAA, 1 – ABP 1 bit Query for packet confirmation 0 – off, 1 – on 2,3 bit Communication period:...
- Page 29 M-BUS-1 / User Manual 5. Packet with data about state changes of the outputs OUT_1 or OUT_2 Size in bytes Field description 1 byte Packet type, this packet == 6 1 byte Battery charge, % 1 byte Values of basic settings (bit field) 1 byte Output number on which change is noticed (1 или...
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Page 30: Converter M-Bus-1 Receives Packets Of The Following Types
Data Upon receiving this packet, M-BUS-1 will transfer the data contained in it to the M-BUS interface (depending on the model). If the external device connected via M-BUS interface answers within the timeout specified in the M-BUS-1 settings, the response will be transferred to the LoRaWAN network as one or more type 3 packets. - Page 31 M-BUS-1 / User Manual application must make sure that the network server is running at the current data rate at which the device is running, allowing you to send larger packets. The table below shows the maximum package sizes for different data rates.
- Page 32 M-BUS-1 / User Manual Table of ID of M-BUS-1 parameters and these possible values ID of Description Data Possible values parameter length Confirmed uplinks 1 byte 1 – confirmed 2 – unconfirmed ADR (Adaptive Data Rate) 1 байт 1 – enabled 2 –...
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Page 33: Storage And Transportation Requirements
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 6 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS The M-BUS-1 converter shall be stored in the original packaging in heated room at temperatures +5°С to +40°С and relative humidity less than 85%. The converter shall be transported in covered freight compartments of all types at any distance at temperatures -40°C to +85°C. -
Page 34: Content Of The Package
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 7 CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE The M-BUS-1 device is delivered complete with: Converter M-BUS-1 (with 2 screws in the case) – 1 pc. Antenna LoRa – 1 pc. Screw 3х16 – 4 pcs. Factory certificate – 1 pc. -
Page 35: Warranty
M-BUS-1 / User Manual 8 WARRANTY The warranty period for the device is 5 years from the date of sale. The manufacturer is obligated to provide repair services or replace the failed device during the entire warranty period. The consumer undertakes to comply with the terms and conditions of transportation, storage and operation specified in this user manual. - Page 36 M-BUS-1 / User Manual vega-absolute.ru Operation Manual © LLC Vega-Absolute 2017 Revision 10 - 27 May 2019...