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Vertiv WSN Gateway Installer And User Manual

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  • Page 1 Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 2 The products covered by this instruction manual are manufactured and/or sold by Vertiv. This document is the property of Vertiv and contains confidential and proprietary information owned by Vertiv. Any copying, use or disclosure of it without the written permission of Vertiv is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.8.1 Sensor Default Configuration 6.8.2 Sensor Restart (Cold Start) 6.8.3 Low Battery Voltage 6.9 FLEXio Interface 6.9.1 FLEXio Pin-Out 6.9.2 FLEXio User Programmable Modes 7 Software Setup 7.1 Accessing the Software Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide |...
  • Page 4 9 Product Certification and Regulatory Statements 9.1 FCC 9.2 IC 9.3 RF Exposure Warning 9.4 RSS Gen 8.4 10 Labels and Markings Appendices Appendix A: Technical Support and Contacts Appendix B: FOSS Compliance Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide |...

  • Page 5: Safety Messages

    This manual contains important safety instructions. Follow all of these instructions during installation and maintenance of the Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN). Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate this unit. Only properly trained and qualified personnel should move, install, or service this equipment.
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  • Page 7: Overview

    2 OVERVIEW 2.1 Introduction The Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) uses a gateway and sensor nodes that use a direct sensor to gateway communication path for environmental monitoring. Each application is different in that the final installed system performance is dependent on a number of factors that are not within Vertiv's control.
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  • Page 9: List Of Components

    Two Wall Mount Screws • Two Plastic Wall Anchors NOTE: The Vertiv WSN Flex Sensor can also be powered locally with or without batteries using a micro-USB cable (not included with order). Table 3.3 Vertiv™ WSN Extended Battery Pack* Description Quantity Vertiv WSN EXBATT Extended Battery Pack (Installed between sensor and mounting kit.)

  • Page 10: Receiving And Handling

    Report damage immediately to the carrier. • Send a copy of the filed damage claim to Vertiv or your sales representative. IMPORTANT! Optional items may be shipped separately or loose. These items will be indicated on the packing list. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 11: System Requirements

    • 10/100 base-TX Ethernet communication protocol. NOTE: Vertiv™ recommends the use of the Chrome browser. 4.1 Preparing the PC or Laptop To connect the gateway, the connecting PC or laptop must first be placed on the corresponding network that lines up with Table 4.1 below.
  • Page 12 Figure 4.1 PC or Laptop IP Settings Connecting Port 1 to the Gateway Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 13: Hardware Installation

    5 HARDWARE INSTALLATION 5.1 Overview Read this manual thoroughly before installing or operating this unit. Only properly trained and qualified personnel should move, install, or service this equipment. The following subsections provide detailed instructions and information regarding connecting and configuring the gateway. See the following figures for illustrations of each of the components.
  • Page 14 Figure 5.1 Gateway and Antenna Figure 5.2 Sensor and Mounting Kit Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 15 Figure 5.3 Sensor with Extended Battery Pack and Mounting Kit Figure 5.4 Sensor Mount—Top 5 Hardware Installation...
  • Page 16 Figure 5.5 Sensor Mount—Bottom Figure 5.6 Sensor Battery Mount—Top Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 17: Equipment Installation And Recommendations

    5.2 Equipment Installation and Recommendations NOTE: The technology used in the Vertiv™ WSN is a direct sensor to gateway communication path. Every application is different in that final installed system performance is dependent on a significant number of factors not within the control of Vertiv.

  • Page 18: Gateway Mounting Considerations

    2. Apply simultaneous pressure up and towards the DIN rail to snap the back of the unit securely onto the rail. To remove the unit: Lift the gateway base station while also pulling the top away from the DIN rail. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 19: Application

    The Gateway operates from an input voltage of 10.0VDC to 30VDC. IMPORTANT! All agency approvals were conducted at an input voltage of 12.0VDC. Vertiv does not suggest operating the gateway with an input voltage other than 12.0VDC as the compliance is not guaranteed.

  • Page 20: Configuring The Gateway

    Table 5.1 Antenna Specifications Model RFA-ZW-C55-U-B70-1 Frequency 865-928 MHz Peak Gain 2.2 dBi Average Gain 0.2 dBi VSWR 3.0： 1 Max Polarization Linear, vertical Connector RP-SMA PLUG Dimensions 137mm Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 21: Resetting To Factory Defaults

    5.9 Resetting to Factory Defaults In the event that the IP addresses of the gateway ports are lost, the gateway can be restored to factory defaults by pressing and holding the reset button for a minimum of 5 seconds. The reset button can be accessed beside the antenna using a paper clip. Refer to Figure 5.9 below. Performing a reset on the gateway only resets the IP addresses on the ports and leaves all other sensor data and system configuration intact.
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  • Page 23: Sensor

    6 SENSOR The Vertiv™ WSN FLEX sensor is a LoRa®-enabled wireless temperature and humidity sensor providing an ultra low power, long-range solution for your wireless sensor needs. The Vertiv WSNFLEX sensor incorporates long-range LoRa® wireless radio technology which combines ultra long range spread spectrum communications with high interference immunity while minimizing power consumption.

  • Page 24: Location In Data Centers

    Typical locations are 6" to 12 " from top of rack (depending upon the location of rack equipment) Standard rack face • Halfway (typically 36") Additional sensors can be used as needed for more granular control or monitoring. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 25: Sensor Mounting Considerations

    6.3 Sensor Mounting Considerations Sensors are shipped with a mounting bracket and accessories to support magnetic, zip tie and wall mount applications. The mounting bracket uses a hook assembly that aligns with the back of the sensor and the extended battery pack. The hook assembly can be used for either.

  • Page 26: Sensor With Expansion Battery Pack And Mounting Bracket Kit

    AAA batteries inside of the sensor. See Sensor with Optional Expansion Battery Pack on the facing page. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 27: Sensor Startup

    If the main button is not pressed and the three second time period expires, the red, blue, and green LED lights will strobe for up to 30 seconds while the sensor tries to join the Vertiv WSN. If the sensor is able to connect to the gateway, it will beep twice and the blue LED will turn on for two seconds to signify a successful connection.

  • Page 28: Sensor Power Down

    To completely reset the device and perform a cold start: Remove batteries from the sensor. 2. Momentarily press the main button on the front of the sensor. • This immediately discharges the energy from the internal capacitors. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 29: Low Battery Voltage

    3. Reinstall the batteries. • When batteries are fully reinstalled, the normal power up sequence occurs. 6.8.3 Low Battery Voltage The sensor has a built-in power supply that converts the battery voltage to that which is required by the internal circuitry. The sensor is designed to operate with a battery voltage range of approximately 2.0 V to 3.7 V.

  • Page 30: Flexio User Programmable Modes

    For analog output mode, the analog output voltage of 0 to 3.0 VDC would be wired from pins 1 or 4 to the analog output circuit. The ground of the circuit would be wired to pins 2 or 3, respectively. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 31: Software Setup

    • Type the IP address of the gateway into the address bar of the browser. NOTE: Vertiv™ recommends the use of the Chrome browser. The first page to load is the Devices page. See Figure 7.1 below. Figure 7.1 Devices Page The first time that a gateway is powered up, the Devices list will be empty.

  • Page 32: Reconfiguring A Port

    If the port configuration is changed for the same port that the PC or laptop is connected to, the PC or laptop Ethernet settings will need to be updated to match the same subnet before access to this configuration page can be restored. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 33: Adding Sensors To The Network

    7.2 Adding Sensors to the Network After the gateway system is configured, sensors can be added to the network using the WSNConnect feature. This feature automates all of the network join requirements so to avoid having to manually enter sensor data into the gateway before it will join the network.

  • Page 34: Updating The Gateway Firmware

    Gateway settings can be viewed by navigating to the Gateway tab. See Figure 7.6 on the facing page. This tab provides the following information: • Software name of the gateway • MAC ID of the Picocell Radio inside of the gateway • Current firmware version Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 35 Click Select File. 2. Navigate to find and choose the correct firmware zip file provided by Vertiv. See 7.2.2 on the previous page. NOTE: The firmware zip file is an encrypted file and it cannot be unzipped by any Windows utility.
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  • Page 37: Product Specifications

    8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS This section provides the product specifications for the Vertiv™ WSN. Table 8.1 Vertiv™ WSN Gateway Specifications Item Description Specification Voltage Input 2.1mm ID x 5.5mm OD Locking Barrel Plug 12VDC (± 10%) Power Current drawn 12VDC 400m X (4.8W)
  • Page 38 Bracket Specifications Item Specification Mounting Options Tie wraps, wall screws, integrated magnetic mount Device Dimensions 66 x 33 x 4 mm (2.6 x 1.3 x 0.16 in) – With WSN FLEX Sensor Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...

  • Page 39: Product Certification And Regulatory Statements

    9 PRODUCT CERTIFICATION AND REGULATORY STATEMENTS 9.1 FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE 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.

  • Page 40: Rf Exposure Warning

    Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 41 L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2.
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  • Page 43: Labels And Markings

    10 LABELS AND MARKINGS When installing the USB gateway radio inside of a host product in accordance with Single Module Approved radio rules, the following sticker must be permanently placed on the exterior of the host product: Figure 10.1 Sticker to be Permanently Placed on Exterior of Host Products 10 Labels and Markings...
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  • Page 45: Appendices

    APPENDICES Appendix A: Technical Support and Contacts A.1 Technical Support/Service in the United States Vertiv Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) na.wsnsupport@vertiv.com Vertiv iCOM-S Support na.icomssupport@vertiv.com Vertiv Group Corporation 24x7 dispatch of technicians for all products. 1-800-543-2378 Liebert Thermal Management Products 1-800-543-2778...
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  • Page 47: Appendix B: Foss Compliance

    Product Name: Vertiv WSN-Gateway Web UI - 2/19/2020 © 2020 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 48 *MQTT.js contributors listed at <https://github.com/mqttjs/MQTT.js#contributors>* Copyright 2011-2014 by Adam Rudd Module Name: "multer": "^1.4.2", MIT License Copyright (c) 2014 Hage Yaapa <[http://www.hacksparrow.com](http://www.hacksparrow.com)> Module Name: "network-config": "^2.0.0", MIT License Copyright (c) 2015 Redsmin Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 49 The MIT License © 2020 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 50 Apache License Version 2.0, January 2004 © 2020 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 51 "Contribution" shall mean any work of authorship, including the original version of the Work and any modifications or additions to that Work or Derivative Works thereof, that is intentionally submitted to Licensor for inclusion in the Work by the copyright owner or by an individual or Legal Entity authorized to submit on behalf of the copyright owner.
  • Page 52 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License. Vertiv | Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 53 ISC License © 2020 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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  • Page 56 VertivCo.com | Vertiv Headquarters, 1050 Dearborn Drive, Columbus, OH, 43085, USA © 2020 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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