Contents 1 About this guide________________________________________________________________ 5 2 For your safety__________________________________________________________________ 6 Intended use _____________________________________________________________ 6 Basic instructions for safe use ____________________________________________ 6 Safety instructions for installation work__________________________________ 7 Safety instructions for working on an already installed FP S-Compact __ 7 Accessories and consumables____________________________________________ 8 How to avoid damage to property_______________________________________ 9 Explanation of the symbols on the serial number plate and in the device_ 9...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN 7 Operation with USB memory stick ___________________________________________ 42 8 Reset to factory defaults (Factory Reset)____________________________________ 44 9 Example output upon <Get/> command____________________________________ 45 10 Glossary________________________________________________________________________ 50 11 Technical data _________________________________________________________________ 51 11.1 Selected technical data at a glance _____________________________________ 51 11.2 Licenses _________________________________________________________________ 53 11.3...
About this guide Please read this guide carefully before you plan to use an FP S-Compact BB or an FP S-Compact LAN, install the device and put it into operation. Keep this guide easily accessible near the device. Target group...
For your safety Please read these safety instructions carefully before planning to use an FP S-Compact BB or an FP S-Compact LAN, installing and starting up a device or performing mainte- nance work and tests. Make sure that you have understood all instructions.
For your safety Avoid potential hazards due to unsuitable environmental conditions Only use the device in enclosed and clean spaces. Avoid harmful environmental conditions such as heat, sunlight, strong shocks and vibrations. Safety instructions for installation work Avoiding danger from electrical voltage Live components and unexpected short circuits can lead to danger to life through electric shock.
Make sure that the device is closed correctly. Accessories and consumables Use the supplied cables or cables that have been approved by FP InovoLabs. Make sure that the cables are not damaged. We recommend to use only approved FP equipment and FP original parts.
For your safety How to avoid damage to property Observe the following instructions to avoid damage to the device, the peripherals and potential consequential damage: Only use the device in enclosed and clean spaces. Avoid harmful environmental conditions such as heat, sunlight, strong shocks and ...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN By affixing the CE marking, the manufacturer declares that the product complies with the requirements of all applicable EU directives requiring such marking. The manufacturer’s EU declarations of conformity for the FP S-Compact devices are available at the following internet address: https://www.inovolabs.com/infobereich/downloads/ handbucher-datenblatter.
FP S-Compact BB / LAN LEDs and their meaning Front view (extract) The LEDs indicate the operating states of the FP S-Compact. The following overview lists and explains them. Status Meaning Power (off) No power supply Operating voltage present Signal Application-specific, user-programmable (both colours can also be active at the same time) Dat/Proc...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN (Overview) Status Meaning LAN interface status display (off) No connection Ethernet active IP address conflict or no IP address received via DHCP Mode Remote Service (Serial IP) is active WiFi (off) WiFi not active / no USB memory stick loaded (flashes WiFi mode active briefly)
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Connection diagram Protective cover (shown here transparently) The figure shows the connection diagram for the model FP S-Compact BB.
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN (Overview) M-Bus cable gland M-Bus connection terminals USB-A port (host) SMA antenna socket, female (only model FP S-Compact BB) PG module LTE (only model FP S-Compact BB) ‘LAN’ LED ‘Mode’ LED ‘WiFi’ LED ‘WiFi / Unmount’ button (only accessible when the housing is open) Mains power connection 230 V (L / N) Connection for protective earth conductor...
from any damage. If parts are damaged or missing, do not start operating the FP S-Compact. Please contact FP InovoLabs. Scope of delivery – FP S-Compact – 2x fastening screws Ejot PT 40x10 Torx – 1x oval-head screw M4x8 Cu Torx –...
Installing the FP S-Compact Step 2: Selecting installation location and mounting the unit The FP S-Compact is designed for wall mounting or mounting on a top-hat rail. Danger to life from explosion! Sparks can cause explosion and fire! Do not use the device in a potentially explosive environment ...
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The FP S-Compact is designed for wall mounting or mounting on a top-hat rail. Mounting material is optionally available from FP InovoLabs. Note down the serial number of the device located on the serial number plate. After mounting the device on the wall, the serial number plate is no longer visible.
Installing the FP S-Compact Step 3: Removing the cover Loosen the four fastening screws on the cover (M3x8, Tool: Torx T8). Remove the cover. Keep the cover and screws in a safe place. Fastening screws for housing cover...
(article number 58.0070.3002.00) for the broadband connection. Information for the antennae to be used can be obtained from FP InovoLabs. We recommend the antenna with article number 90.4771.8002.00. Use an antenna with high antenna gain if the signal strength at the receiving location is too low.
Installing the FP S-Compact Step 5: Inserting the SIM card (only FP S-Compact BB) Damage to the device due to incorrect handling of the SIM card! Only insert the SIM card when the device is in a voltage-free state. Make sure that no SMS messages are stored on the SIM card ...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Step 6: Connecting peripherals Damage to the connection terminals due to excessive torque! Use a torque screwdriver. Tighten the clamping screws to a torque of 0.5 Nm (0.37 ft lb). Connecting Connect all cable connections intended for the application. ...
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Installing the FP S-Compact Serial interfaces RS232 / RS485 Connections: RS232 (COM1) RS485 (COM2) Protective cover RS232 connection RS485 connection (COM1) (COM2) 2× cable glands RS485 / RS232 Connect the peripheral intended for the application to the RS232 interface (COM1) and the RS485 interface (COM2). Tighten the clamping screws to a torque of 0.5 Nm (0.37 ft lb).
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Step 7: Inserting the WiFi stick (optional) Use the optionally available WiFi stick (order no. 90.0072.8100.00) for wireless start-up of the FP S-Compact. FP S-Compact acts as an access point. USB port Insert the WiFi stick into the USB port. ...
Installing the FP S-Compact Step 8: Connecting to the power supply Danger to life through electric shock! There is danger to life when touching live parts. Disconnect the cables to which the device is connected from the power supply and secure them against being switched on again.
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN Loosen the fastening on the left side (OPEN 2) in the same way. Take off the protective cover. The protective cover is fastened to the device with a rubber ring so that it cannot be lost. Connecting the mains cable Malfunction due to incorrect power supply wiring! Only use conductors that meet the following specifications:...
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Installing the FP S-Compact The following types can be used for the mains cable: – Flexible: e.g. H05VV-F 3G 0.75 mm² – Rigid: e.g. H07 VV-U 3 G 1.5 mm². Connect the phase (L) to the screw terminal with the ‘L’ mark- ...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Step 9: Inserting the sealing plugs Sealing plug Seal all unused cable glands with one of the sealing plugs provided. This is the only way to maintain the IP65 protection rating. Step 10: Mounting the cover Fastening screws for housing cover Fit the cover.
Multiple simultaneous flashing of (flashes) (flashes)(flashes) Data Out / Line / LAN Self-test completed When the self-test is completed, the yellow ‘Power’ LED lights up. FP S-Compact must still be configured for operation. Software tools for this can be purchased from FP InovoLabs.
Device type = C851-BB-M10 for model FP S-Compact BB C851-LAN-M10 for model FP S-Compact LAN SN = 8-digit serial number of the device (see serial number plate) Example Standard host name for the device ‘FP S-Compact BB’ with the serial number ‘12345678’:...
Access to device configuration Access to the web server On delivery and after a factory reset, a standard website is installed on the FP S-Compact. Calling up the standard website Enter the IP address or host name of your device in the ...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN The standard website clearly displays a variety of information on the hardware and configuration of your FP S-Compact. Additionally, the configuration can be displayed in a separate window via the ‘System config’ button and the process data for the connected sensors (counter, etc., if configured) via the ‘System properties’...
Access to device configuration Access with the TILA software Start TILA. Click the ‘Online’ button on the home page. Double-click on the appropriate entry in the list of possible connections: – GPRS/Internet/LAN For connections via the LAN con- nection of the FP S-Compact –...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Access with the TICO software Start TICO. Click on the ‘Settings’ menu item and select ‘TCP/IP’. Enter the IP address or the host name in the dialogue and click ‘OK’. The example shows the settings for connection via WiFi stick. If the ‘Online’...
Operating with WiFi stick (optional) Using FP S-Compact as Access Point With a WiFi stick in mini format (available from FP InovoLabs GmbH under order number: 90.0072.8100.00), the device can be used as an Access Point. This enables wireless access for configuring the FP S-Compact.
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WiFi configuration / access data (factory settings) SSID Tixi device type Device type = C851-BB-M10 for model FP S-Compact BB C851-LAN-M10 for model FP S-Compact LAN SN = 8-digit serial number of the device (see serial number plate) Authentication WPA2 Password berlin2000...
Operating with WiFi stick (optional) SSID Name of the Access Point (ASCII characters, no special characters). Standard: Tixi device type SN (see page 36). EnableOnStartup This parameter determines whether the WiFi access point is automatically activated when the system starts. 0 = do not activate automatically 1 = activate automatically Standard: 0...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN Make sure that the Access Point is active: The ‘WiFi’ LED flashes briefly every second. Switching to WiFi stick (plugged WPS mode into the USB port) ‘WiFi / Unmount’ button ‘WiFi’ LED ‘Service’ button Press the ‘WiFi/Unmount’...
Operating with WiFi stick (optional) Using FP S-Compact as WiFi client With a WiFi stick in mini format (available from FP InovoLabs GmbH under order number: 90.0072.8100.00) the FP S-Compact can also be used as a WiFi client. In this mode, the device connects to a WiFi router and can thus be wirelessly integrated into a network.
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN Inserting the WiFi stick Prerequisite The ISP/WiFi database is configured. Unscrew the housing cover (see page 19). Keep the housing cover and the four screws in a safe place. FP S-Compact WiFi stick without cover (plugged into the USB port) (extract)
Operating with WiFi stick (optional) Removing the WiFi stick Unscrew the housing cover (see page 19). Keep the housing cover and the four screws in a safe place. FP S-Compact without cover (extract) WiFi stick (plugged) Remove the WiFi stick from the USB port. ...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Operation with USB memory stick A USB memory stick (max. 32 GB) can be used for the following tasks: – Importing a configuration via ‘config.txt’ file – Firmware update via a ‘Tixi.Gate8_FW.tar.gz’ file – Debug recordings via a ‘debtrace.txt’ file –...
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Operation with USB memory stick Removing the USB memory stick Possible damage to USB memory sticks and data loss through improper handling! Log off the USB memory stick by briefly pressing the ‘WiFi / Unmount’ button. Wait until the ‘WiFi’ LED goes out. The memory stick is then ...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN Reset to factory defaults (Factory Reset) The FP S-Compact can be reset to factory defaults via the ‘Service’ button (only acces- sible when the housing is open). The SIM PIN is retained. Disconnect FP S-Compact from the power supply. ...
Example output upon <Get/> command Example output upon <Get/> command The following example applies for model FP S-Compact BB, 50.0058.1330.00. <Get> <SYSTEM> <Hardware> <Modules> <RTC _="RTC8564" /> <Modem0 _="C851 BB-M10" /> <GsmModule _="Huawei ME909s-120" /> <ModuleVer _="11.617.09.00.00" /> <IMEI _="123…………….." /> <IMSI _="123………………."...
FP S-Compact BB / LAN 10 Glossary Access Point Device that establishes its own WiFi and that is linked to the router via LAN. Serves as interface for wireless communication. Broadband (LTE). DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. Communication protocol that enables the automatic incorporation into the network. Gateway Component for establishing a connection between two systems.
Technical data 11 Technical data The detailed technical specifications can be found on the datasheet. Download at: https://www.inovolabs.com/infobereich/downloads/handbucher-datenblatter. 11.1 Selected technical data at a glance (Subject to technical changes at short notice.) Dimensions 127.9 mm × 162.5 mm × 65 mm (5.04" × 6.40" × 2.56") (Width ×...
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FP S-Compact BB / LAN 492 MHz, ARM Cortex-A5, ATMEL SAMA5D27 128 MB DDR2-RAM FLASH Memory 128 MB on-board Interfaces COM1 (RS232) 5-pole screw connection, max 921 600 bps, not galvanically isolated ITU-T V.24, V.28, hardware handshake Signals: RTS, CTS, GND, RxD, TxD Maximum transmission distance: 12 m (39 ft) COM2 (RS485) 3-pole screw connection, DTE in accordance with EIA/TIA-485,...
IP address 192.168.0.1. Host name Tixicom device type SN Device type = C851-BB-M10 for model FP S-Compact BB C851-LAN-M10 for model FP S-Compact LAN SN = 8-digit serial number of the device (see serial number plate) Example: Tixicom-C851-BB-M10-12345678 (Host name for the device ‘FP S-Compact BB’ with the serial number ‘12345678’)
Technical data 11.6 Serial number plates FP S-Compact BB Space for label with important device data (e.g. device type, serial number) FP S-Compact LAN Space for label with important device data (e.g. device type, serial number)
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