Dust Networks SmartMesh IA-510 D2511 User manual

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Document Number: 040-0075 rev 3 SmartMesh IA-510 (I) D2511 Manager Guide
Last Revised: August 10, 2010

Contents
SMARTMESH IA-510 D2511 MANAGER GUIDE i
About This Guide
Related Documents............................................................ iii
Conventions Used............................................................... iii
Revision History .................................................................iv
1Introduction
What is a SmartMesh Network?.........................................1
SmartMesh Network Features ................................................2
SmartMesh Manager’s Role....................................................2
Manager Packing List..........................................................2
Manager Overview ..............................................................3
10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface ...........................................3
Serial 1 Interface.................................................................4
Serial 2 Interface.................................................................6
2 Specifications
Detailed Radio Specifications.............................................7
Antenna Specifications .......................................................8
Power Supply.......................................................................8
Mechanical Drawings..........................................................9
Regulatory and Standards Compliance ...........................10
Normal Operating Conditions...........................................11
3 Installing the D2511 Manager
Ports Used by the D2511 Manager..................................13

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Connecting the Manager Directly to a Computer ...........14
Installing the Manager on the LAN..................................15
A Configuring Serial 1 Operation
Configuring the Serial 1 Interface...................................17
Using Admin Toolset to Configure Serial 1 .............................17
Using Linux Commands to Configure Serial 1.........................19
B Assembling a 9-pin D-SUB Adapter for Serial 1
C Restoring Manager Factory Default Settings

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About This Guide
Thank you for purchasing the SmartMesh®IA-510 D2511 manager. This guide provides
an overview of the hardware and software resources of the D2511 manager in addition
to detailed specifications.
Related Documents
This guide is a part of a documentation suite for the IA-510 family of products. The
following documents contain important information for software and firmware
development with an IA-510 manager:
•SmartMesh Manager Serial API Guide—provides information about manager’s
packet-based API and instructions on configuring the serial port application
function.
•SmartMesh Manager XML API Guide—provides information about manager’s
hierarchical tag-based XML API.
•SmartMesh CLI Commands Guide—describes manager’s CLI commands, used for
debugging and troubleshooting.
Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this guide:
•Computer type indicates information that you enter, such as specifying a URL.
•Bold type indicates buttons, fields, and menu commands.
•Italic type is used to introduce a new term.
dNote: Notes provide more detailed information about concepts.
bCaution: Cautions advise you about actions that might result in a loss of data.
cWarning! Warnings advise you about actions that may cause physical harm to the
hardware or your person.

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Revision History
Revision Date Description
040-0075 rev 1 8/5/2009 Final (product release).
040-0075 rev 2 11/18/2009
040-0075 rev 3 8/10/2010

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Introduction
The SmartMesh IA-510 D2511 network manager combines Dust Networks’ robust
intelligent networking and industry-leading low-power radio technology to achieve the
high data reliability, lower latency, and deterministic power management required for
condition monitoring applications. The D2511 acts as both a gateway and network
manager for up to 250 SmartMesh IA-510 motes (DN2510 or M2510), creating a self-
configuring, reliable wireless mesh network.
What is a SmartMesh Network?
SmartMesh networks are reliable, ultra low-power, wireless mesh networks that can be
used for a wide variety of condition monitoring applications such as vibration
monitoring, HVAC monitoring at large commercial sites, wind monitoring, solar tracker
monitoring, and environmental monitoring and control. A SmartMesh network consists
of a network manager and up to 250 motes—low-power wireless transceivers that have
connections for analog, digital, and serial sensors and actuators.
Figure 1 A SmartMesh Network
•SmartMesh manager is a line powered network node that controls and monitors
network performance.
The manager coordinates routing, aggregates mote packets,
collects network statistics, and publishes data to a wired network.
The manager can
publish data in XML format over the Ethernet port, or in serial format over the
serial port.
Mote
Mote
Manager
LAN/
WLAN
PC

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•Motes are ultra low-power wireless transceivers that receive serial data from
attached sensors and use an onboard radio to send the packets to neighboring
motes. These motes pass the packet on to other motes—and, in a series of “hops”
deliver the data to the SmartMesh manager. Motes run SmartMesh software and are
designed as a simple-to-integrate wireless modules.
SmartMesh Network Features
SmartMesh networks provide a simple, reliable way to monitor and control processes
and equipment. Using redundant, multi-hop networking and ultra low-power hardware,
SmartMesh networks offer unprecedented access to information about the physical
world.
SmartMesh networks are:
•Easy to Install—They are self-configuring, battery-powered networks that require
no site survey or wireless expertise to install.
Benefit: You can deploy a SmartMesh Network within hours, not days.
•Reliable—They provide redundant, self-healing routing that approaches the
reliability of a wired network.
Benefit: You have the reliability of a wired network with the flexibility of wireless.
•Manageable—They provide network-wide quality-of-service metrics and control
commands that simplify network management.
Benefit: You can manage multiple networks from a single PC. No device-level
coding or management is needed.
SmartMesh Manager’s Role
The D2511 manager provides configuration, management, and gateway functionality
for a network of SmartMesh IA-510 motes. At its core, the D2511 manager utilizes the
SmartMesh IA-510 embedded manager (PM2511), which includes a wireless
transceiver, processor and memory, embedded networking software, and multiple
interfaces to host systems, including PPP and Ethernet.
SmartMesh IA-510 managers host well defined application interfaces (via both XML
API and serial API) that allow programmatic access to network control commands,
performance statistics, and connectivity details. In addition, the D2511 manager offers
administrative interfaces via its Web-based Admin Toolset utility and text-based
command line interface (CLI).

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Manager Packing List
The components shipped with the D2511 manager are listed in Table 1.
Manager Overview
The D2511 manager provides a 10/100Base-T Ethernet interface and three serial
interfaces, a power supply connector, and status LEDs, as shown in Figure 2. The data
interfaces are described in detail in the following sections. For power supply
specifications, refer to Chapter 2.
The status LEDs provide the following information:
•Power (Green)—The Power LED is on when the 12 V power supply provided with
the D2511 is connected and functioning properly.
•Subscription (Yellow)—Indicates that a client program is subscribed to the
manager via Ethernet or the Serial 1 interface.
•Radio (Yellow)—Blinks when there is data activity over the radio.
Figure 2 Manager Features
Table 1 Packing List for the D2511 Manager
Component Amount Description
D2511 manager 1 Controls and monitors the network.
Power cable 1 Connects the manager to an AC outlet.
International adapter kit 1 The kit includes power adapters for most
countries.
Status LEDs
10/100Base-T
Ethernet
Serial 1
Power supply
Serial 2
Serial 3

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10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface
The 10/100Base-T Ethernet interface is a standard RJ45 connector which provides users
with access to manager’s XML-RPC API and the Admin Toolset utility.
XML-RPC API
The XML-RPC API is an open Extensible Markup Language (XML) interface that lets
a client application send Remote Procedure Call (RPC) requests to the manager and
receive responses and other data from the manager via XML-RPC. The API consists of
a Control Channel and a Notification Channel. The Control Channel is used to establish
connection and exchange commands and information about the SmartMesh Network.
The Notification Channel is used to stream data and network events to the client
program. The API is fully documented in the SmartMesh IA-510 Manager XML API
Guide.
Admin Toolset
The D2511 manager provides a Web-based administrative tool, called Admin Toolset
(see Figure 3), which can be used to view network statistics and mote and alarm
information, configure serial and Ethernet port settings, configure the Real Time Clock
or enable the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server, set the network security mode, and
execute selective commands. You can also use Admin Toolset to upgrade the manager
software as well as perform remote software updates on motes in the wireless network.
The Admin Toolset utility is described in detail in the SmartMesh IA-510 Admin Toolset
Guide.
Figure 3 Admin Toolset
Table 2 Ethernet Port Hardware Specifications
Port Description Signaling
Ethernet 10/100Base-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3 10/100Base-T

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Serial 1 Interface
The Serial 1 interface (RJ45 connector) provides programmatic access for
configuration, management, and data access to the manager. The interface can be used
for one of two functions:
•To access the manager using Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
•To access the serial API associated with the manager
The following sections describe the Serial 1 functions in greater detail. Instructions for
configuring the Serial 1 are provided Appendix A.
dNote: An adapter is required for the Serial 1 interface if you are connecting to a PC
or other control device that uses a 9-pin D-SUB RS232 port. See Appendix B for
information on assembling an RJ45 to 9-pin D-SUB adapter.
PPP
The manager allows IP connection through the Serial 1 port using Point-to-Point
Protocol (PPP). This connection provides access to the same interfaces that are available
through the Ethernet interface, such as the XML API and the Admin Toolset utility. The
manager acts as a PPP server. Note that the client is responsible for periodically pinging
the manager and re-establishing PPP connection if necessary. Table 5 provides
specifications for the PPP interface.
Table 3 Serial 1 Interface Hardware Specifications
Port Description Signaling
Serial 1 UART 5-pin RS232 levels
Table 4 RJ45 Connector Pinout
Pin Signal Description
1 TX out of manager
2 RTS out of manager
3 RX into manager
4GND
5GND
6 CTS into manager
7 Not connected
8GND
Figure 4 RJ45 Connector

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Serial API
The manager provides a packet-based serial API that allows communications over its
asynchronous Serial 1 interface. For more information about the Serial API, refer to the
SmartMesh IA-510 Manager Serial API Guide. See Appendix A for instructions on
configuring the Serial 1 port for Serial API.
Serial 2 Interface
The Serial 2 interface (9-pin D-SUB female connector) allows access to manager’s
command line interface (CLI) through RS232. The CLI can be used to set the
configuration of the Serial 1 interface and for troubleshooting with the assistance of
Dust Networks support. Appendix A provides instructions on using the CLI to set the
Serial 1 configuration.
Figure 5 9-pin D-SUB Female Connector
Serial 3 Interface
The Serial 3 interface is reserved for future use.
Table 5 PPP Interface Specifications
Parameter Value
Serial port data rate 115 kbps, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Authentication required None
Header compression PPP header compression
Data compression supported PPP deflate compression
(preferred), BSD compression
IP addresses Settable during connection
Default D2511 (server) 192.168.101.10
Default client 192.168.101.11
Table 6 Serial 2 Port Hardware Specifications
Port Description Signaling
Serial 2 UART 9-pin RS232 levels

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Specifications
This chapter provides specifications, mechanical drawings, and certification
information for the D2511 managers.
Detailed Radio Specifications
Table 7 D2511 Radio Specifications
Parameter Min Typ Max Units Comments
Operating frequency 2.4000 2.4835 GHz
Number of channels 15
Channel separation 5 MHz
Occupied channel
bandwidth 2.7 MHz At –20 dBc
Frequency accuracy –40 +40 ppm
Modulation
IEEE 802.15.4 DSSS
Raw data rate 250 Kbps
Receiver operating input
level 0dBm
Receiver sensitivity –92.5 dBm At 50% PER, 25 °C
–90 dBm At 1% PER, 25 °C,
(
inferred from 50%
PER measurement)
Output power, EIRP
PA* enabled
PA* disabled +10 0dBm dBm
See “Antenna
Specifications”
Range**
PA* enabled 25 °C, 50% RH, +2
dBi omni-directional
antenna
Indoor†100 m
Outdoor†300 m
Free space 1200 m
PA* disabled
Indoor†25 m
Outdoor†200 m
Free space 350 m
*PA = power amplifier.
**Actual RF range performance is subject to a number of installation-specific variables
including, but not restricted to ambient temperature, relative humidity, presence of
active interference sources, line-of-sight obstacles, near-presence of objects (for
example, trees, walls, signs) that may induce multipath fading. As a result, actual
performance varies for each instance.
†1 meter above ground.

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Antenna Specifications
The antenna provided on the D2511 manager meets the specifications in Table 8. For
optimum performance, position the antenna vertically when manager is installed.
Power Supply
A universal power supply is included with each packaged manager. The output of the
transformer is 12 V at 1.1 Amps DC, and it is connected to + (positive) and – (ground)
terminals of the connector. However, any DC supply with an output of 9–30 V at
0.5 Amps can be connected. A 24 VAC supply can be connected to the two right-most
terminals of the connector (see Figure 6). The power supply connector uses a Phoenix
PN 1757048 or equivalent mating connector.
Figure 6 Power Supply Connector
Table 8 D2511 Antenna Specifications
Parameter Value
Frequency range 2.4-2.4835 GHz
Impedance 50 Ω
Gain +2 dBi maximum
Pattern Omni-directional
Pins used for 24
VAC connection
Power supply
connector
Pins used for
DC input

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Mechanical Drawings
Figure 7 Dimensions of D2511 Manager

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Regulatory and Standards Compliance
Installation and Operation
The antenna used for the D2511 transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Installers and end-users must be
provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
FCC Compliance
FCC Testing
The D2511 complies with Part 15.247 modular (Intentional Radiator) of the FCC rules
and regulations. The D2511 complies with FCC rules and regulations, CFR Title 47,
Part 15, Subpart B.
IC Compliance
IC Testing
The D2511 is certified for modular Industry Canada (IC) RSS-210 approval. The D2511
complies with IC ICES-003 and FCC Part 15, Sub. B - Unintentional Radiators.
CE Compliance
Declaration of Conformity
We, Dust Networks, of 30695 Huntwood Ave, Hayward CA 94544, USA, declare under
our sole responsibility that our products, SmartMesh IA-510 D2511, and in combination
with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the
appropriate standards ETSI EN 300 328, ETSI EN 301 489-17, EN 60950, EN 55022
Class A, EN55024, EN61000-4-3, following the provisions of Radio Equipment and
Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC with requirements covering
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
Restrictions
Norway prohibits operation in the 2.4000 GHz to 2.4835 GHz spectrum within 20 km of
Ny-Alesund in Svalbard. The D2511 should not be operated in this region.
Encryption Cipher
The D2511’s 128-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) cipher has been certified
compliant to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
FIPS-197 (NIST certificate numbers, AES: 1437 and AES: 1439). To view the FIPS-
197 validation list, go to: http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cavp/documents/aes/
aesval.html.

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Normal Operating Conditions
Table 9 D2511 Normal Operating Conditions
Parameter Min Typ Max Units Comments
Operating
temperature range 0+70°C

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Installing the D2511
Manager
The D2511 manager can be connected directly to a computer or installed on your local
area network (LAN). The computer must have the following:
•Windows Internet Explorer 7 (or later) or Firefox 2.0 (or later)
•Java Runtime Environment (JRE) version 6 (or later)
Note that the manager is preconfigured with network ID 1229. If you are already
running another manager in the same area with the default network ID of 1229, you
need to change the network ID of the existing network before installing the new
manager. For information on changing the network ID and using the manager with a
SmartMesh Evaluation Kit, refer to the IA-510 Evaluation Kit Guide.
Ports Used by the D2511 Manager
The transmission control protocol (TCP) ports listed in Table 10 must be open to allow
the Admin Toolset utilities to connect to the D2511 manager. These ports are restricted
by the default in Windows XP firewall and some operating systems. If you have
difficulties connecting to the manager, consider temporarily disabling your Windows
XP firewall in the Windows Control Panel.
cWarning: The D2511 is not recommended for outdoor use because the enclosure is
not weatherproof. Exposing the manager to moisture may cause permanent damage.
Table 10 Ports Used by Data Console and Admin Toolset
Port # Type Description
4445 TCP XML-RPC control channel.
24112 TCP XML-RPC notification channel.
80 TCP Used for http services. (Optional) A script redirects all traffic to the
https port (443).
443 TCP Used for https (secure http for a Web server).

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Connecting the Manager Directly to a
Computer
The D2511 manager is preconfigured with the static IP address 192.168.99.100 for
connection directly to a computer. You will temporarily set the computer IP address to a
static IP address that enables the computer to communicate with the manager. The
computer needs to have Windows Internet Explorer 7 (or later) or Firefox 2.0 (or later)
installed.
To connect the manager directly to a computer:
AUse the Ethernet cross-over cable to connect the manager to your computer.
BConnect the power cord to the manager and an AC outlet.
The Power light on the manager turns on after a 20-second delay.
CSet the computer IP address to a static address that will enable connection to the
manager:
a. On the Start menu, click Control Panel.
b. Double-click Network Connections.
c. Right-click Local Area Connection, and then click Properties.
d. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.
e. Click Use the following IP address, and enter the following information:
•IP Address: 192.168.99.101
•Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Ethernet
cross-over cable SmartMesh
Manager