Syntech Bullet M5 Product Bulletin

Setup for passive mobile wireless downloads

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Product Bulletin #213

Bullet M5 Setup for Passive Mobile Wireless

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Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................2

Description ..........................................................................................................................................................2

Bullet M5 Kit Part Numbers ......................................................................................................................... 3

Kit 941B0590 .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Kit 941B0590A ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Setup Procedures ............................................................................................................................................ 4

Bullet M5 Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 4

Assumptions: .............................................................................................................................................. 4

Master FMU/Passive Mobile NIC Setup ............................................................................................. 7

Software Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 11

Install Bullet M5 ............................................................................................................................................... 13

Assumptions .............................................................................................................................................. 13

Install Passive Mobile Bullet M5 Station .......................................................................................... 15

Post Installation Tests ................................................................................................................................... 17

Reset to Defaults ............................................................................................................................................ 17

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. 19

Change Log ...................................................................................................................................................... 19

CAUTION

If the omni-directional antenna is used, the additional black neoprene sealing washer

provided with the kit must be installed in the antenna connector to ensure a

waterproof seal. Water intrusion into the Bullet may occur if the additional washer is

not installed.

NOTE

Follow "Tips on Using Bullet 5 with Bullet M5" at the end of this bulletin to mix the newer

M5 devices with the older, discontinued Bullet 5. The Passive Mobile and Master Fuel

Management Unit (Master FMU) must be using firmware v3.69 or later to utilize this

procedure. If the Master FMU is connecting to the Central Controller (CC) via modem

(telephone or Two-Way Ringdown Device), the CC software must be v5.2.0.38 or later. If

the Master FMU is connecting to the CC via LAN (cable, fiber, or wireless), the software

must be v5.2.0.39 or later.

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
NOTE Follow “Tips on Using Bullet 5 with Bullet M5” at the end of this bulletin to mix the newer M5 devices with the older, discontinued Bullet 5. The Passive Mobile and Master Fuel Management Unit (Master FMU) must be using firmware v3.69 or later to utilize this procedure.
Page 2: Purpose
30 miles. When properly installed and configured on the Passive Mobile, the wireless Bullet M5 will continually look for a wireless connection to a Bullet M5 installed on a Master FMU. When the two devices connect, the transactions in the Passive Mobile will automatically download to the Master FMU to the compact flash card.
Page 3: Bullet M5 Kit Part Numbers
Figure 4 Bullet M5, Omni Antenna, Antenna Mount Bracket Bullet M5 Kit Part Numbers Bullet M5 may be programmed for connection to the CC (on the building), on a Master FMU, or on Passive Mobiles. However, the Bullet M5 is no longer manufactured. For replacement parts, please switch to the Ligowave (PB-228 or 230).
Page 4: Kit 941B0590A
3 ft outdoor patch cable with weather seal Setup Procedures There are setup procedures for the Master FMU, Passive Mobile, Bullet M5, PC (Laptop and/or Central Controller), and FuelMaster® software. Before you can connect to and configure Bullet M5, configure your PC (or laptop) with a static IP address compatible with 192.168.1.20 where the address is set to any...
Page 5 7. (Load a Stored Configuration File) If applicable, perform the following to load a stored configuration file: Figure 6 System Window a. Select the SYSTEM tab (See Figure 6). b. Under Configuration Management, select Browse… If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 6 The settings need not be changed for a basic connection. 10. Ensure WDS Transparent Bridge Mode checkbox is enabled. If wireless security is desired, each Bullet M5 must be set up with identical security NOTE settings or they will not communicate with each other.
Page 7: Master Fmu/Passive Mobile Nic Setup
If the site was originally setup with Bullet M5 without Passive Mobiles for wireless communications from the building to the fuel island, a setting change will be necessary in the If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 8 6. Enter a compatible IP address. Compatible means the IP address must match the application. The IP addresses for Bullet M5, the PC or network switch, and the FMU NIC If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 9 (Master FMU) At the prompt, enter 1 to change Client Type to PORTAL. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 10 9. Enter 0 to QUIT and exit the NETWORKING CONFIGURATION. 10. Disconnect in accordance with Product Bulletin 111. 11. Repeat steps 1 through 11, as required, for additional Master FMUs or Passive Mobiles. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 11: Software Setup
Select OK to return to the Site IT window. h. Complete the remaining configuration in accordance with the FMPlus User Manual. Select Apply and then OK. The Site ID window will close. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 12 Water intrusion into the Bullet may occur if the additional washer is not installed. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 13: Install Bullet M5
Bullet M5 Setup and configure the Bullet M5 station. 2. Find a suitable location for mounting the Bullet M5. It is installed with an omni- directional antenna so it can communicate with Passive Mobiles approaching from any direction.
Page 14 Mount the Bullet M5 and antenna in the desired location. b. Run a POE cable from the Bullet M5 station to the FMU. A 20-foot outdoor rated patch cable with weatherseal is available and must be specified in the equipment order.
Page 15: Install Passive Mobile Bullet M5 Station
It must be installed where one Cat5 patch cable can be routed from it to Bullet M5, and another can be routed from it to the Passive Mobile NIC. It will also require a wire connection to 12VDC switched power.
Page 16 Bullet M5 RJ-45 receptacle. 11. Thread the threaded plastic boot on Bullet M5 until it seats against the O-ring. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 17: Post Installation Tests
Polling Report. Reset to Defaults There are two ways to reset Bullet M5 to default settings: from within the firmware or by initiating a reset in the Bullet M5. 1. (From Within the Firmware) If you are connected with a laptop and viewing the firmware, perform the following: a.
Page 18 2. (Cannot Get into Firmware) If you don’t know the IP address or login password and cannot get into the firmware, perform the following: a. While the Bullet M5 is powered through the POE cable, press and hold a paperclip in the RESET switch for 10-15 seconds (Figure 15). The four signal strength LEDs on the side of the Bullet M5 will flash in an alternating pattern.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
If any questions arise, contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center (CSC) at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2, or email support@myfuelmaster.com. If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.
Page 20: Change Log
Page and Figure, added explanation and procedure for disabling Client Isolation. Revised PC/Laptop setup to match Windows 7 operating system. 11/17/2020 Reformatted/rebranded 5/06/2021 Edited for conciseness If any questions arise, please contact Syntech Systems, Inc.’s Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-800-888-9136, ext. 2.