FreeWave FGRIO-M User manual

Part Number: LUM0008AG
Revision: Sep-2015
Wire Replacement I/O (900 MHz)
I/O Masters: FGRIO-M
I/O Slaves: FGRIO-S
FGR2-IOS-C-U
FGR2-IOS-CE-U
FGR2-IO-IOE
User Manual and Reference Guide

Warranty
FreeWave Technologies, Inc. warrants your FreeWave® Wireless Data Radio against defects in materials and
manufacturing for a period of three years from the date of shipment, depending on model number. In the event of
a Product failure due to materials or workmanship, FreeWave will, at its discretion, repair or replace the Product.
For evaluation of Warranty coverage, return the Product to FreeWave upon receiving a Return Material
Authorization(RMA).
In no event will FreeWave Technologies, Inc., its suppliers, or its licensors be liable for any damages arising from
the use of or inability to use this Product. This includes business interruption, loss of business information, or
other loss which may arise from the use of this Product. OEM customer’s warranty periods can vary.
Warranty Policy will not apply in the following circumstances:
1. If Product repair, adjustments, or parts replacements are required due to accident, neglect, or undue
physical, electrical, or electromagnetic stress.
2. If Product is used outside of FreeWave specifications as stated in the Product's data sheet.
3. If Product has been modified, repaired, or altered by Customer unless FreeWave specifically authorized
such alterations in each instance in writing. This includes the addition of conformal coating.
Special Rate Replacement Option
A special rate replacement option is offered to non-warranty returns or upgrades. The option to purchase the
replacement unit at this special rate is only valid for that RMA. The special replacement rate option expires if not
exercised within 30 days of final disposition of RMA.
Safety Information
Warning! Do NOT remove or insert diagnostics cable while circuit is live.
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Wire Replacement I/O (900 MHz): User Manual and Reference Guide
UL Notifications
Models FGRIO-M, FGRIO-S, FGR2-IOS-C-U, FGR2-IOS-CE-U and FGR2-IO-IOE are suitable for use in Class I,
Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D or non-hazardous locations only. Do not connect or disconnect any connectors
while the circuit is live unless the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Warning! EXPLOSION HAZARD - Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class1,
Division2.
Warning! DO NOT REMOVE or insert the diagnostics cable while the circuit is live unless the area is
known to be free of ignition concentrations or flammable gases and vapors.
lInput voltage for the FGR2-IOS-C-U, FGR2-IOS-CE-U, FGR2-IO-IOE, is +6.0 to +30.0VDC.\
lInput voltage for the FGRIO-S is +6.0 to +20.0 VDC.
lInput voltage for the FGRIO-M is +7.5 to +30.0 VDC.
lInput voltage for the I2-IOM-U is +6.0 to +30.0 VDC.
lInput voltage for the I2-IOS-C-U is +6.0 to +30.0VDC.
Important!:Input power shall be derived from a single Class 2 power source.
FCC Notifications
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This
device may not cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The content of this guide covers FreeWave Technologies, Inc. models sold under FCC ID: KNY-6231812519
(FGR models) and KNY-42182112519 (FGR2 models).
All models sold under the FCC ID(s) listed above must be installed professionally and are only approved for use
when installed in devices produced by FreeWave Technologies or third party OEMs with the express written
approval of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Changes or modifications should not be made to the device.
Warning! The FGR2-IOS-C-U, FGR2-IOS-CE-U, FGRIO-M, and FGR2-IO-IOE models have a
maximum transmitted output power of 1 W. The antennas used must provide a separation distance of
at least 23 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Warning! The FGRIO-S model has a maximum transmitted output power of 100 mW. The antennas
used must provide a separation distance of at least 23 cm from all persons and must not be co-
located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC NEMA Installation and Label
Where applicable, the models described in this guide must be installed in a NEMA enclosure. When any
FreeWave Technologies, Inc. module is placed inside an enclosure, a label must be placed on the outside of the
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enclosure. The label must include the text "Contains FCC ID: KNY-6231812519 (FGR models) and KNY-
42182112519 (FGR2 models)."
IC Notifications
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Ce dispositif est conforme aux normes permis-exemptes du Canada RSS d'industrie. L'opération est sujette aux
deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter
n'importe quelle interférence, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer le fonctionnement peu désiré du dispositif.
Schedule of Limitations
lProvision shall be made to prevent the rated voltage being exceeded by the transient disturbances of more
than 140% of the peak rated voltage.
lThe system shall be mounted in an ATEX certified enclosure with a minimum ingress protection rating of at
least IP54 as defined in EN60529 and used in an environment of not more than pollution degree 2.
lThe enclosure must have a door or cover accessible only by the use of a tool.
lAmbient Temperature -40°C to +75°C.
lSupply conductors should be a minimum 85°C.
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Wire Replacement I/O (900 MHz): User Manual and Reference Guide
Table Of Contents
Preface 11
1. Introduction 15
1.1 I/O Product Family 16
1.2 Wire Replacement I/O Systems 17
1.3 Configuration Tool Options 19
1.3.1 Tool Suite and Terminal Emulators 20
1.4 Radio Setup Mode 20
1.4.1 Using Tool Suite to Connect to and Program Radios 21
1.4.2 Accessing the Setup Menu Using a Terminal Emulator 22
View the Setup menu in Board-level Radios 23
1.5 LED Indications 24
2. Configuring an I/O Master 25
2.1 Configuring an I/O Master 26
2.2 I/O Masters in Tool Suite 28
2.3 Setting the I/O Master's Role in the Network 29
2.4 Establishing Communication Between the I/O Master's Data Port and an End Device 29
2.4.1 Baud Rate 30
2.4.2 Data Parity 30
2.4.3 Flow Control 31
2.4.4 Modbus RTU 31
2.4.5 Serial Interface 32
2.4.6 Setup Port 33
2.4.7 Turn Off Delay 33
2.4.8 Turn On Delay 34
2.4.9 Use Break to Access Setup 34
2.5 Establishing Communication with I/O Slaves 35
2.6 Setting I/O Master RF Transmission Characteristics 36
2.6.1 Frequency Key - 900MHz 36
2.6.2 Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size 37
2.6.3 RF Data Rate 38
2.7 Setting I/O Master MultiPoint Parameters 39
2.7.1 Master Packet Repeat 39
2.7.2 Repeaters 39
2.7.3 Subnet ID - I/O Master 40
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2.8 Setting I/O Master Wire Replacement Parameters 41
2.8.1 Default Delay 41
2.8.2 Default Output 42
2.8.3 Mapping I/O Master Outputs to I/O Slave Inputs 42
Map I/O Master Outputs to I/O Slave Inputs in Tool Suite 43
Map I/O Master Outputs to I/O Slave Inputs in the Terminal Interface 43
2.8.4 Sensor Power 44
3. Configuring an I/O Slave 47
3.1 Configuring an I/O Slave 48
3.2 I/O Slaves in Tool Suite 50
3.3 Setting the I/O Slave's Role in the Network 50
3.4 Establishing Communication with the I/O Master 51
3.5 I/O Slave RF Transmission Characteristics 51
3.6 I/O Slave MultiPoint Parameters 51
3.7 I/O Slave Wire Replacement Parameters 52
3.7.1 Digital Output 1 and Digital Output 2 52
3.7.2 AI1 250 Ohms and AI2 250 Ohms 52
3.7.3 DI1 150 Ohms and DI2 150 Ohms 53
3.7.4 Default Delay 53
3.7.5 Digital Output 1 Default and Digital Output 2 Default 54
3.7.6 DI1 Pullup and DI2 Pullup 54
3.7.7 DO Bi-Stable 55
3.7.8 DO Monostable Time 56
4. Other Radio Settings 57
4.1 Setting Other RF Transmission Characteristics 57
4.1.1 Frequency Zones - 900MHz 57
Enable Frequency Zones in Tool Suite 59
Enable Frequency Zones in the Terminal Interface 59
4.1.2 High Noise 60
4.1.3 Hop Table Size - 900MHz 61
4.1.4 Hop Table Version - 900MHz 61
4.1.5 Low Power Mode 62
4.1.6 MCU Speed 63
4.1.7 Remote LED 64
4.1.8 Retry Timeout 64
4.1.9 RTS to CTS 65
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4.1.10 Slave Security 65
4.1.11 Transmit Power 65
4.1.12 Transmit Rate 66
4.2 Setting Other MultiPoint Parameters 67
4.2.1 1 PPS Enable Delay 67
Setup 1PPS Enable/Delay 67
Calibrate an I/O Slave in 1PPS Enable/Delay Mode 68
4.2.2 Diagnostics 68
4.2.3 DTR Connect 68
4.2.4 Local Mode 69
4.2.5 Max Slave Retry 69
4.2.6 Multi-Master Synch 70
4.2.7 Radio ID 70
4.2.8 Radio Name 70
4.2.9 Repeater Frequency 70
4.2.10 Retry Odds 71
4.2.11 Slave/Repeater 71
5. Installing and Wiring Components 73
5.1 Wiring an I/O Master 73
5.1.1 Screw Torque 73
5.1.2 Radio Power 74
5.1.3 Tx Data and Rx Data 74
5.1.4 Sensor Power 75
5.1.5 Digital Inputs 75
5.1.6 Analog Outputs 75
5.1.7 Digital Outputs 76
5.1.8 Link Alarms 76
5.2 Wiring I/O Slaves 77
5.2.1 Radio Power 77
5.2.2 Digital Inputs 77
5.2.3 Digital Outputs 77
5.2.4 Wiring I/O Slaves to 4-20 mA Sensors 78
Connecting a 4-20 mA Sensor to Analog Input 1 or Analog Input 2 78
Connecting a 4-20 mA Sensor to Analog Input 3 or Analog Input 4 80
5.2.5 Wiring I/O Slaves to 1-5 V Sensors 82
Connecting a 1-5 Volt Sensor to Analog Input 1 or Analog Input 2 82
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Connecting 1-5 Volt Sensor to Analog Input 3 or Analog Input 4 83
1-5 Volt Sensor Signal Coupling for Analog Input 3 and Analog Input 4 83
5.3 Plunger Lift Example 86
5.3.1 I/O Master to the RTU 86
5.3.2 I/O Slave to the Well Head 87
5.3.3 Terminal Port Mappings in Tool Suite 88
5.4 Emergency Shut Off Example 89
5.4.1 I/O Master to the Emergency Shut-Off 89
5.4.2 I/O Slave to the RTU at Each Well Sites 90
5.4.3 Terminal Port Mappings in Tool Suite 90
5.5 Tank Level Example 91
5.5.1 I/O Master to the RTU 91
5.5.2 I/O Slave to the Well Head 91
5.5.3 Terminal Port Mappings in Tool Suite 92
5.6 Tubing Pressure Example 93
5.6.1 I/O Master to the RTU 93
5.6.2 I/O Slave to the Well Head 93
5.6.3 Terminal Port Mappings in Tool Suite 94
6. Viewing Radio Statistics 95
6.1 Viewing the Radio Statistics in Tool Suite 95
6.2 Viewing the Radio Transmission Characteristics in the Terminal Interface 95
6.3 Antenna Reflected Power 96
6.4 Master-Slave Distance 96
6.5 Noise Level 96
6.6 Number of Disconnects 97
6.7 Radio Temperature 97
6.8 Rate % 97
6.9 Signal Level 98
6.10 Transmit Current 98
7. Specifications 99
7.1 FGR2-IO-IOE Specifications 100
7.2 FGR2-IOS-C-U and FGR2-IOS-CE-U Specifications 103
7.3 FGRIO-M Specifications 106
7.4 FGRIO-S Specifications 108
7.5 I2-IOM-U Specifications 110
8. Ports 113
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8.1 FGR2-IO-IOE Ports 114
8.2 FGR2-IOS-CE-U Ports 115
8.3 FGR2-IOS-C-U Ports 116
8.4 FGRIO-M Ports 117
8.5 FGRIO-S Ports 118
9. Terminal Block Layouts 119
9.1 FGR2-IO-IOE Terminal Block Layout 120
9.2 FGR2-IOS-C-U and FGR2-IOS-CE-U Terminal Block Layout 121
9.3 FGRIO-M Terminal Block Layout 122
9.4 FGRIO-S Terminal Block Layout 123
10. Approved Antennas 125
10.1 900MHz Directional Antennas 125
10.2 900MHz Omni-directional Antennas 125
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Terminal Emulators 127
Appendix B: Frequently Asked Questions 129
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Wire Replacement I/O (900 MHz): User Manual and Reference Guide
Preface
This manual provides information specifically about using FreeWave I/O Master and I/O Slave
radios in a wire replacement I/O system, and covers these models:
Note: If using these I/O Slaves or I/O expansion radio bases in a Modbus I/O system, see the
Modbus I/O User Manual.
I/O Masters I/O Slaves I/O Expansion Radio Base
lFGRIO-M lFGRIO-S (board level)
lFGR2-IOS-C-U (board level)
lFGR2-IOS-CE-U (enclosed)
lFGR2-IO-IOE
This document includes this information about using these radio models to set up a wire
replacement I/O system:
lA basic introduction to both wire replacement and Modbus I/O to help use the correct
application.
lRadio configuration including:
lAn introduction to the configuration tools.
lHow to access configuration parameters.
lI/O Master and I/O Slave specific setup.
lAdditional radio communication settings.
lInstallation and basic wiring diagrams.
lTerminal block diagrams and radio specifications.
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Preface
Additional Information
In addition to the content in this document, also refer to:
lApplication Note #5480: Driving Relays with FGRIO-M Digital Outputs
lApplication Note #5482: FGRIO Signal Replication with 4-20 mA Signals
lApplication Note #5493: Wireless Signal Replication with Plunger Arrival Sensors
lLUM0010AC Modbus I/O User Manual: Using the I/O radio family in a Modbus I/O system.
Note: All FreeWave documentation is available at www.freewave.com.
Terminology
lWhen used in this manual, the term I/O System refers to any network that uses an I/O
Master in conjunction with at least one I/O Slave.
lThe term I/O Slave refers to any of the I/O Slaves that can be placed in a wire replacement
system.
Contacting FreeWave Technical Support
For up-to-date troubleshooting information, check the Support page at www.freewave.com.
FreeWave provides technical support Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mountain
Time (GMT -7).
lCall toll-free at 1.866.923.6168.
lIn Colorado, call 303.381.9200.
lContact us through e-mail at [e-mail].
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Document Styles
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lParameter setting text appears as: [Page=radioSettings]
lFile names appear as: configuration.cfg.
lFile paths appear as: C:\Program Files (x86)\FreeWave Technologies.
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Important!: Provides semi-cautionary information relevant to the text or procedure.
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Wire Replacement I/O (900 MHz): User Manual and Reference Guide
1. Introduction
Wireless I/O communication is applicable in multiple industries including oil and gas, waste water
management, irrigation, and utilities.
Example: Use wireless I/O communication to monitor multi-well pad sites and underground storage
capacity, control plunger lift, control lift stations and water quality, or report on groundwater use.
Wireless I/O provides a cost effective, accurate, and reliable solution for application monitoring
and control needs.
FreeWave radios provide these I/O interfaces:
lWire Replacement - Provides an alternative in situations where running wires is costly or
not possible.
lConnect a FreeWave I/O Master radio to a PLC or RTU device.
lConnect FreeWave I/OSlave radios to sensors, transmitters, and switches to monitor
and control devices.
lModbus I/O - A Modbus I/O system provides an alternative to running wires, but also takes
advantage of Modbus Polling capabilities to monitor, configure, and control a device.
This document describes how to set up FreeWave radios for use in a wire replacement I/O
system.
Note: For information about setting up FreeWave radios for use in a Modbus I/O system, including
Modbus register map details, see the LUM0010AC Modbus IO User Manual.
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1. Introduction
1.1 I/O Product Family
The FreeWave I/O product family consists of products for both signal replication (wire
replacement I/O) and Modbus I/O integrations, including the ability to expand the number of inputs
and output available using expansion modules.
Model Description Wire
Replacement
I/O
Modbus
I/O
I/O Slaves
FGR2-IOS-C-U
FGR2-IOS-CE-
U
lIn the Modbus mode, FGR2-IOS models can be directly
connected as an I/O peripheral to a SCADA network. In
wire replacement I/O (wireless signal replication), the
FGR2-IOS models can operate as a Slaves linked to an
FGRIO-M (Master) radio.
lThe FGR2-IOS-CE-U version includes internal
switchable and protected resistors for convenience
when using 4-20 mA sensors.
x x
FGR2-IO-IOE lA radio base that supports adding expansion modes in a
Modbus I/O system.
lIn Modbus mode the FGR2-IO-IOE can provide
wireless I/O to a SCADA network. In wire replacement ,
the FGR2-IO-IOE can operate as a Slave linked to an
FGRIO-M (Master).
x x
I/O Master
FGRIO-M lThe FGRIO-M can operate as a Master in a 900 MHz
I/O network.
lThe FGRIO-M must have firmware 2.54 or higher
installed to support wire replacement applications.
x N/A
I/O Expansion
IOE-4440
IOE-4422
IOE-4404
lSerial bases that provides expandable, wired I/O.
Note: For information about the serial base models,
see the LUM0017AB IO Expansion User Manual.
Important!: This document does NOT provide
information about the serial bases or expansion
models.
N/A x
IOEX-4440
IOEX-4422
lExpansion models that can be added to a radio base or
serial base device to expand the number of I/O
channels available.
N/A x
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Model Description Wire
Replacement
I/O
Modbus
I/O
IOEX-4404 lExpansion Modules on their own do NOT communicate.
lThey must be connected to a Radio Base or a Serial
Base.
lDifferent isolated channels are available depending
on the model number.
Note: For information about the expansion models,
see the LUM0017AB IO Expansion User Manual.
Important!: This document does NOT provide
information about the serial bases or expansion
models.
1.2 Wire Replacement I/O Systems
A wire replacement I/O system can exist as:
la standalone system with an I/O Master (FGRIO-M) and
la maximum of four I/O Slaves, not exceeding the Master's I/O terminal port count.
Example 1
lthe FGRIO-M is configured as an FGRIO Master with I/O enabled.
lthe Slaves are configured as FGRIO Slaves (Not IO-Modbus), which enables the wire
replacement settings.
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1. Introduction
Figure 1: Example 1
A wire replacement I/O system can also be integrated into a FreeWave radio network.
Example 2
lthe I/O Master is not the Master radio in the network.
lIt is configured as a MultiPoint Slave, and can still be connected to up to four I/O Slaves, not
exceeding the Master's I/O terminal port count.
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Figure 2: Example 2
1.3 Configuration Tool Options
Note: The terms modem and radio are used interchangeably in this document and in the text within
the setup tools.
While the words have different meanings, the two terms should be treated as the same when referring
to FreeWave products.
When the radio is in Setup mode, use these setup tools to configure the settings on the radio:
lTool Suite -Tool Suite is the current configuration software and replaces EZConfig, and
is the recommended method for programming your radios.
lIt provides a group of tools for configuring the devices in the network and for monitoring
the network's performance. Using the Configuration application in Tool Suite, you can
program changes to the radio's settings.
lTool Suite is available for download from www.freewave.com.
lTerminal Emulator - A terminal emulator program (e.g., HyperTerminal or TeraTerm)
offers many of the same configuration options that are available in the Configuration
application in Tool Suite.
lIf using versions of the Windows® operating system prior to Windows®7,
HyperTerminal is included in the operating system installation.
lUse a chosen terminal emulator program to program the radio.
lThe Setup Terminal application in Tool Suite provides the same interface that is
available using a terminal emulator.
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1. Introduction
1.3.1 Tool Suite and Terminal Emulators
If using a terminal emulator, the tabs for a device in Tool Suite mirror the Setup main menu
selections.
Example: Option 0from the Setup main menu in the terminal menu setup is Set Operation Mode.
The corresponding configuration tab for the device in Tool Suite is (0) Operation Mode.
Figure 3: Example of the same options in Tool Suite and Terminal Emulator
Use the Setup Terminal application in Tool Suite to use and view the terminal menus.
It appears with the same menus and programming settings when using a terminal emulator.
Note: Throughout this document, if the setup procedure in the terminal emulator is different than the
procedure in Tool Suite, the terminal instructions are also included.
1.4 Radio Setup Mode
To read the current settings from or to program a radio, the radio must be in Setup mode. When a
radio is in Setup mode, all three LEDs appear as solid green ( ).
Note: OEM boards may also enter Setup when Pin 2 on a 10-point connector or Pin 8 on a 24-pin
connector is grounded, or using a break command. For more information about the break command,
see Use Break to Access Setup (on page 34).
The Setup Port parameter in the Baud Rate tab determines whether the main data port or the
diagnostics port is used to access the setup parameters for the radio. For more information, see
Setup Port (on page 33).
Use the Setup Mode Timeout parameter on the Operation Mode tab to set the radio to exit
Setup Mode automatically. When the setting is enabled, if the radio has not received any menu
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