Bosch ConnectS2 User manual

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CONNECT S2 GATEWAY
SOLAR FRAME
User Guide
Connected Products and Services
Nexeed Track and Trace
Version 1.19
BOSCH CONNECTED INDUSTRY

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Content
1Hints for This Document............................................................................................................................................ 5
2Introduction................................................................................................................................................................. 6
3General information.................................................................................................................................................... 7
4Sets, accessories, mounting material and ordering information .......................................................................... 8
Set: Connect S2 Bundle E............................................................................................................................................ 8
Device: Connect S2 solo .............................................................................................................................................. 8
Set: Solar Frame........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Accessories: Mounting set 0 mm – 3 mm..................................................................................................................... 9
Accessories: Mounting set 4 mm – 13 mm................................................................................................................... 9
Accessories: Adhesive set AT-8040............................................................................................................................10
Accessories: Cartridge gun Köratool PM207 .............................................................................................................10
Accessories: Power supply US...................................................................................................................................10
Spare part: Power supply Europe............................................................................................................................... 11
Spare part: Power supply adapter .............................................................................................................................. 11
Spare part: Screw set for Solar Frame ....................................................................................................................... 11
5Functions and configurations .................................................................................................................................12
Sensor scan................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Sensor scan and upload intervals .............................................................................................................................. 12
Battery stretch function ...............................................................................................................................................13
6Activation and coupling of the Connect S2 ...........................................................................................................14
Activation .................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Coupling...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
7Mounting.................................................................................................................................................................... 15
General safety instructions for installation..................................................................................................................15
General instructions for installation ............................................................................................................................ 15
Mounting with magnets............................................................................................................................................... 16
Mounting with M8 screws ...........................................................................................................................................17
Mounting instructions for Solar Frame........................................................................................................................ 18
Usage of adhesive AT-8040........................................................................................................................................19
Mounting with Solar Frame, glued.............................................................................................................................. 20
Mounting with Solar Frame, glued on backside ......................................................................................................... 22
Mounting with Solar Frame, screwed .........................................................................................................................23
8Operation and maintenance ....................................................................................................................................24
9Support ......................................................................................................................................................................24
10 Technical data ...........................................................................................................................................................25
Gateway Connect S2.................................................................................................................................................. 25

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AC power supply......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Solar Frame ................................................................................................................................................................27
Operating conditions...................................................................................................................................................27
11 Handling and transport ............................................................................................................................................28
Battery.........................................................................................................................................................................28
Magnets (only Connect S2 Bundle, 3843.AX5.574)................................................................................................... 28
Transport regulations road/rail/sea freight .................................................................................................................. 28
Use as tracking device or gateway in a road/rail/sea freight transport.......................................................................29
Air transport PAO/CAX ...............................................................................................................................................30
Use as a tracking device or gateway in air freight PAO/CAX ..................................................................................... 30
12 Disposal.....................................................................................................................................................................31
Disposal according to the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU ............................................................................................31
13 Certifications and regulatory Notes........................................................................................................................32
EU-Declaration of Conformity.....................................................................................................................................32
Operating the device in countries out of the EU.........................................................................................................32
Export Restrictions...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice.................................................................................................32
14 Intended Use .............................................................................................................................................................33
15 Safety notes .............................................................................................................................................................. 34
Safety instructions for the integrated battery ..............................................................................................................34
Safety instructions for installation ............................................................................................................................... 34
Safety instructions for mounting with magnets ...........................................................................................................34
Safety instructions for handling the mounting magnets..............................................................................................35
Safety instructions for mounting with Solar Frame..................................................................................................... 36
16 Third-Party Licenses and Components.................................................................................................................. 37

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1Hints for This Document
Meaning of the used signal words
DANGER!
Indicates risk situations and threats to the life and health of individuals. Failure to comply with
this warning can lead to life-threatening situations.
These instructions must be obeyed.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation in which the user must act as indicated.
These instructions must always be followed.
CAUTION
Indicates precautionary measures or/and a hazard that may result in minor or moderate injury.
These instructions should always be observed.
Meaning of Info and Tip
INFO
General information and/or instructions.
These instructions must be observed.
TIP
Practical hints.

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2Introduction
Bosch Nexeed Track and Trace is a complete solution for tracking, locating and monitoring large and small objects.
The Nexeed Gateway Connect S2 is a tracking device for mobile use on larger objects and vehicles and for stationary
use by mounting inside and outside buildings. For this purpose, the Connect S2 is equipped with integrated satellite
positioning (GNSS), a modern mobile radio interface and a powerful battery for autonomous operation.
At the same time, the Connect S2 is able to transmit the data from smaller tracking sensors (Sense I, Sense T, Sense S,
Sense H1) of the Nexeed solution.
Features:
•very compact, no maintenance required
•extremely resistant, suitable for harsh environments
•Location determination based on GPS and GSM
•Receive and transmit data for Sense I, Sense S, Sense T, Sense H and optionally for tags and sensors of third parties
The Connect S2 Gateway is offered with the following features:
•Device operation
•Device Monitoring
•Mobile connectivity
•Firmware updates
•Security updates
•Configuration sets based on use cases and requirements
1Sense S, Sense T and Sense H are other devices of the Nexeed Track and Trace system.

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3General information
Before using the Connect S2 Gateway, please familiarize yourself with the Safety notes on page 34. It is important to
observe the safety instructions to ensure safe installation, operation and disposal.
Various accessories and mounting materials are available for the Connect S2 Gateway for many different applications. The
chapter Sets, accessories, mounting material and ordering information, page 8, provides an overview of all options.
The Connect S2 supports a variety of functions and configuration options. Bosch delivers pre-set Connect S2 to the
customer to make commissioning as easy and quick as possible. When ordering, the customer selects the desired
configuration of the Connect S2, see chapter Functions and configurations, page 12.
We recommend that the unit be switched on before installation. Follow the instructions for Activation and coupling of the
Connect S2 the Connect S2 on page 14.
There are various options for mounting the Connect S2 on a moving object or at a fixed location. Depending on the location
and the local conditions, different mountings are possible. Details are described in chapter Mounting on page 15.
The Connect S2 works self-sufficiently and largely maintenance-free. The instructions for Operation and maintenance, page
24, should be observed.
For questions and if help is required, there is a Support, page 24.
An overview of all technical data for the Connect S2 Gateway and the solar support (accessories) can be found in the
chapter Technical data, page 25.
For greater safety, the Connect S2 uses an integrated battery with lithium iron phosphate technology (LiFePO4). As this is
lithium technology, the current regulations for Handling and transport, page 28, must nevertheless be observed during
handling, transport and use.
At the end of use, the Connect S2 must be correctly disassembled and returned. All details are described in chapter
Disposal, page 31.
When using a Connect S2, the legal requirements of the respective countries of use must be observed and the intended
use must be observed, see chapters Certifications and regulatory Notes, page 32 and Intended Use, page 33.

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4Sets, accessories, mounting material and ordering information
Set: Connect S2 Bundle E
Set for use in stationary operation or for interim recharging via mains adapter, for use in Europe only.
Order number: 3843.AX5.574
Quantity Product Picture
1 Gateway Connect S2
1 AC power supply 230 V (Euro connector)
2 Mounting magnets
2 Screws M8 x 15 mm
2 Spring washers
1 Power supply adapter
Device: Connect S2 solo
Single device for use with the Solar Frame or as a replacement.
Order number: 3843.AW2.504
Quantity Product Picture
1 Gateway Connect S2

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Set: Solar Frame
The Connect S2 Gateway can be integrated into the Solar Frame (with 2 solar cells) and together with this results in a solar-
powered self-sufficient tracking device. For this set you need the single device Connect S2 described above.
Order number: 0804.GV5.750
Quantity Product Picture
1 Solar Frame 2-cell
4 Washer DIN 522 stainless steel A2 blank 6.4 x 35 x 1.5 mm
4 Flange nuts self-locking DIN 6926 A2 M5
4 Plugs
Accessories: Mounting set 0 mm – 3 mm
The set is used to fix the Solar Frame on a carrier (gluing) or through a carrier with a thickness of up to 3 mm (screwing
through).
Order number: 3843.AY0.451
Quantity Product Picture
4 Gluing studs M5 x 15 mm
Accessories: Mounting set 4 mm – 13 mm
The set is used to fix the Solar Frame on a carrier (gluing) or through a carrier with a thickness of 4 mm up to 13 mm
(screwing through).
Order number: 3843.AY0.452
Quantity Product Picture
4 Gluing studs M5 x 25 mm

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Accessories: Adhesive set AT-8040
The adhesive set is required for the mounting sets 0 mm – 3 mm and 4 mm – 13 mm.
Order number: 0804.GV5.751
Quantity Product Picture
4 Static mixer
1 Cartridge adhesive AT8040
CAUTION
Observe the information on storage temperature and the expiry date of the adhesive on the
adhesive cartridge.
Store the adhesive cool at the specified temperature.
Do not use the adhesive once the expiry date has passed.
Do not use the adhesive if it is difficult to press it out of the cartridge.
Accessories: Cartridge gun Köratool PM207
The cartridge gun Köratool PM207 is required to press the adhesive out of the cartridges. The tool is reusable.
Order number: 3843.AY0.455
Quantity Product Picture
1 Köratool PM 207
Accessories: Power supply US
The power supply is required for use in countries with US plug and 110 V mains voltage, only for use in the USA and
Canada.
Order number: 3843.AY0.456
Quantity Product Picture
1 AC power supply 110 V (US connector)2
2Indoor use only.

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Spare part: Power supply Europe
The power supply unit is intended for use in countries with Euro connector and 230 V mains voltage. It corresponds to the
power supply in the Connect S2 Bundle.
Order number: 3843.AY0.457
Quantity Product Picture
1 AC power supply 230 V (Euro connector)3
Spare part: Power supply adapter
The power supply adapter is used to connect the power supply to the M8 connector of the Connect S Gateway.
Order number: 3843.AY0.460
Anzahl Produkt Abbildung
1 Power supply adapter
Spare part: Screw set for Solar Frame
If it is necessary to dismount the Solar Frame, for example when replacing the gateway, new flange nuts must always be
used. This set contains the necessary spare parts
Order number: 0804.GV5.752
Quantity Product Picture
4 Washer DIN 522 stainless steel A2 blank 6.4 x 35 x 1.5 mm
4 Flange nuts self-locking DIN 6926 A2 M5
4 Plugs
Contact Nexeed Track and Trace for further information on sales and support at the following e-mail address:
[e-mail] .
3Indoor use only.

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5Functions and configurations
The Connect S2 is delivered fully configured. No further configuration is required for assembly/commissioning.
If you wish to change the device configuration after delivery, please contact the support. All configuration settings can be
adjusted by the support team via remote maintenance.
Sensor scan
During operation, the Connect S2 performs a sensor scan at regular intervals on the frequency 2.4 GHz. All detected
sensors are filtered for compatible sensors directly in the device and duplicate data is removed.
The Connect S2 can acquire up to 1,500 sensors in one scan.
With each scan, a position determination based on GPS or cell ID is performed simultaneously. The data block generated
from sensor data and position is stored in the device until the next successful transfer to the server (upload).
If no mobile communication connection is possible, the Connect S2 is able to buffer the data (depending on scan interval
and number of sensors) for many days, weeks or even months until the next successful upload.
Sensor scan and upload intervals
The Connect S2 works with fixed combinations of
•Sensor Scan interval
•Sensor scan duration
•Data Upload interval
Example:
Operation mode when set to configuration #5
Sensor scan and position determination every 5 min
Scan duration 35 s
Data upload to server every 10 min
TIP
Over 50 different configurations are available. The smallest interval is 3 minutes.
Please contact our Nexeed Track and Trace support at the following e-mail address:
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Battery stretch function
In order to ensure the monitoring of the Connect S2 and a minimum of tracking functionality even with low batteries, the
gateways have a battery stretch function. This function increases (stretches) the sensor scan and upload intervals set via
the configuration in three steps.
With the battery stretch function, the upload and scan intervals currently configured for this gateway are extended by a factor
(i.e. multiplied) if the battery charge level falls below a configurable level (in percent).
The thresholds for the battery charge level can be adjusted or the function can be switched off completely by the support
team at the customer's request.
The default settings for this function are:
Level When reaching battery
charge level Factor for upload interval Factor for scan interval
Battery-Stretch 1 20 % *2 *1
Battery-Stretch 2 10 % *4 *2
Battery-Stretch 3 5 % *8 *2
Example:
Gateway configuration set to:
Sensor scan and position determination: every 3 min
Data upload to server: every 3 min
Battery-Stretch 1: at battery level of 20%... 11%:
Sensor scan and position determination: every 3 min
Data upload to server: every 3 min x 2 = every 6 min
Battery-Stretch 2: at battery level of 10%... 6%:
Sensor scan and position determination: every 3 min x 2 = every 6 min
Data upload to server: every 3 min x 4 = every 12 min
Battery-Stretch 3: at battery level of 5%... 0%:
Sensor scan and position determination: every 3 min x 2 = every 6 min
Data upload to server: every 3 min x 8 = every 24 min

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6Activation and coupling of the Connect S2
Activation
To activate a new Connect Gateway, hold an active NFC scanning device against the housing. The gateway starts
automatically and connects to the Bosch server to download firmware and perform configuration. The status LED flashes red
for 1 second and green for 1 second when the device is powered up via NFC.
After activation (red/green flashing of the LED) or if the Connect S2 is connected to the charger when the battery is empty,
the gateway needs a few minutes to start up. The device status is only signalled by LED after the startup.
Coupling
Use the mobile apps provided by Bosch Connected Industry to link (couple) the Connect Gateway to your asset. The apps
can read the unique ID, which is encoded in a QR code on the gateway, and transmit this information to the Bosch server
along with your asset ID.
NFC antenna
Status LED
Connector for power supply

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7Mounting
Mounting options
Depending on the application, there are various solutions for attaching the Connect S2 to an object.
•Mounting with magnets on stationary metallic objects
•Mounting with M8 screws
•Mounting with Solar Frame, screwed with M5 screws
•Mounting with Solar Frame, glued to surfaces
•Mounting with Solar Frame, glued on the backside
General safety instructions for installation
WARNING
Attaching the device may cause damage to persons or property.
Only use the device if it can be ruled out that the method of attachment will cause damage to
persons or property.
The permanent fixation for the respective application must be ensured. Only use the device if the
method of attachment rules out the possibility of personal injury or damage to property.
Have the installation carried out by qualified personnel only.
CAUTION
The supplied mounting material (nuts, washers, etc.) is used to correctly mount the Solar Frame
and gateway.
Only use the supplied mounting material.
The substrate must be level and must not be heavily soiled so that the Solar Frame rests evenly.
Make sure the surface is flat and clean.
General instructions for installation
TIP
It is recommended to switch on the device before mounting.
Proceed as described in chapter 6, Activation and coupling of the Connect S2.
The radio antennas required for the functions of the Connect S2 are located under the device surface
(below the data matrix code). For optimum function, these antennas must not be covered by metal
objects.

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Mounting with magnets
No tools are required.
Attach the gateway to a metal surface. Use the two neodymium magnets supplied to attach the gateway.
•Screw the magnets hand-tight completely into the housing
•Carefully attach the device to a metal object with magnets
•Check the device for secure fixing
CAUTION
For safety reasons, attachment with magnets is only permitted up to a maximum height of
2 meters.
Observe the maximum height of 2 m.
Select an alternative mounting method for higher mounting positions.
WARNING
When mounting on vehicles, mobile machines or other moving objects, high accelerations can
affect the device. In these cases, mounting the device with the mounting magnets is not
permitted.
DO NOT attach the gateway to the outside of moving objects such as trucks, trailers, cars or
other vehicles using the magnets.
TIP
When handling the mounting magnets, please also observe the corresponding safety instructions, see
chapter Safety notes at page 34.

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Mounting with M8 screws
Fasten the gateway at a suitable location using two M8 screws.
For a material thickness of the mounting plate of 1 mm ... 5 mm, the supplied screws can be used. Alternative screws must
be used for material thicknesses of more than 5 mm.
Use the spring washers supplied to secure the screws. Screw the screws from below into the threads provided on the gateway
housing. See the following picture:
Mounting parameters:
Screw tightening torque 5 Nm to 7 Nm
Screw-in depth in the Gateways housing min. 10 mm to max. 14 mm

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Mounting instructions for Solar Frame
CAUTION
The supplied mounting material (nuts, washers, etc.) is used to correctly mount the Solar Frame
and gateway.
Only use the supplied mounting material.
The flange nuts supplied are specially selected for mounting the Solar Frame and must only be
used ONCE. If the Solar Frame must be dismounted, always use new flange nuts.
Only use the flange nuts supplied.
Use them only once. No multiple use.
The solar cells in the Solar Frame can be damaged by a fall. It is solar glass.
Pay attention to safe handling when mounting the solar frame and avoid a fall of the Solar
Frame.
Replace a damaged Solar Frame.
TIP
It is recommended that you first plug the Solar Frame connector into the gateway and tighten it before
inserting the gateway into the Solar Frame.

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Usage of adhesive AT-8040
CAUTION
Observe the information on storage temperature and the expiry date of the adhesive on the
adhesive cartridge.
Store the adhesive cool at the specified temperature.
Do not use the adhesive once the expiry date has passed.
Do not use the adhesive if it is difficult to press it out of the cartridge.
Step Instruction Picture
1 Insert the 2-K cartridge into the gun Köratool PM 207 and attach the
Köratool static mixer.
2 Clean the surface and the glue studs fastener with Scotchbrite and a
solvent-based cleaner.
3 Apply a small amount of adhesive to the bottom of the glue stud.
4
Press the fixing element firmly onto the substrate until the adhesive
swells out to the sides. Depending on the selected adhesive, the
fastener can be used within 15 to 45 minutes.

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Mounting with Solar Frame, glued
The Solar Frame can be glued directly onto a smooth, flat surface using the mounting set 0 mm - 3 mm.
INFO
Follow the instructions for using the AT-8040 adhesive in this chapter!
Direct gluing of the Solar Frame is only permitted on the materials listed below
Manufacturer Material
Aluminum, unpainted/uncoated
Stainless steel, unpainted/uncoated
Lamilux
High Impact
HG 4000
Fabric 48%
Optiplan-Polydet
High Gloss
Performance plus
Standard plus
PowerStar EP
Vetroresina G60/30 Gloss sanded standard
Schmitz Cargobull Cover sheet – outside
Cover sheet – inside (PVC)
Kögel Cover sheet – outside
Krone Cover sheet – outside
Kiesling Cover sheet – outside
Cover sheet – inside