HWM Wi5 User manual

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Wi5 Data Concentrator
User Manual
Version 14
Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating information.
Please read, understand and follow the instructions in the manual.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1DESCRIPTION 4
1.1 Technical Specifications 4
1.2 Radio Receiver 5
1.3 Data Recording 5
1.4 Data Transfer 5
1.5 Monitoring Unit Status 6
1.6 Unit Configuration 7
2COMMISSIONING 8
2.1 Step 1: Inspecting Package Content 8
2.2 Step 2: SIM Card installation (GPRS Version) 9
2.3 Step 3: Connecting the product 9
2.4 Step 4: Interpreting Front Panel LEDs 11
2.5 Step 5: Confirming Data Transfer 12
3CONFIGURING 14
3.1 Configuration using USB port 14
3.1.1 USB Driver 14
3.1.2 Connecting the USB cable 14
3.1.3 Finding the COM Port in Windows 15
3.1.4 RS232 Communication Terminal Settings 15
3.2 Configuration using SMS (GPRS version only) 17
3.2.1 Protocol 17
3.2.2 Configuration SMS format 18
3.2.3 Acknowledgment SMS 18
3.3 Configure the unit to assist during radio transmitters installation via SMS
(GPRS version only) 20
3.4 Configuring Ethernet Model 22
4INSTALLATION 23
5TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 25
6CONFIGURATION COMMANDS DESCRIPTION 26
6.1 Syntax 26

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6.2 Response Codes 26
6.3 Table of commands 26
6.3.1 HELP 29
6.3.2 STATUS 29
6.3.3 SET DATETIME 30
6.3.4 SET TZONE 30
6.3.5 SET FTP 31
6.3.6 SET GPRS 33
6.3.7 SET NTP 34
6.3.8 FORCE SYNC 34
6.3.9 CONFIG 35
6.3.10 SET NEXT FTP TIME 35
6.3.11 SET SUMMARY TIME 36
6.3.12 SET FTP RETRIES 36
6.3.13 DUMP REPORTS 37
6.3.14 UPLOAD REPORTS 37
6.3.15 GET VERSION 38
6.3.16 SET AC FAIL NUMBER 38
6.3.17 REJECT TIME FILTER 39
6.3.18 ONE PER SESSION FILTER 40
6.3.19 WHITE LIST FILTER 41
6.3.20 BLACK LIST FILTER 42
6.3.21 SET EMAIL 43
6.3.22 RESET ETHERNET (Ethernet only) 44
6.3.23 UPGRADE 44
6.3.24 FIXED IP ADDRESS (Ethernet only) 44
6FTP FILE OR EMAIL CONTENT 45
6.3 Pulse Transmitter VHF (VHF – type 81) 48
6.4 Temperature measurement (UHF – type 82) 49
6.5 Humidity & Temperature Measurement: (UHF - type 83) 50
6.6 Alarm Monitoring (UHF – type 88) 51
6.7 Contact Monitoring (UHF – type 87) 52
6.8 Legionella Flushing Unit (UHF – type 7A) 53
6.9 Current/Voltage/CO2Transmitter (UHF - type 85) 54
6.10 Checksum Calculation 55
6.11 Examples of messages 57

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1 Description
1.1 Technical Specifications
Power supply
12V – 2A DC input provided by external PSU (supplied)
PSU compatible with AC Input: 90-264 VAC 50-60 Hz
Battery Backup – supply power to the unit for 24 hours in the event of mains power
loss (GPRS version only)
DC input requirements: 0.5 A average current with short spikes of 2A ; unit sill stop
operating below 9VDC
Radio Compatibility
Compatible with RTCOM transmitters
Mono-frequency (version dependent) :
UHF (433.92 MHz or 868.950 MHz) – short antennas supplied
VHF (169.40625 MHz or 153.100 MHz) – antennas optional
Real Time Clock
On board real time clock synchronized every 24 hours via time server (for SNTP
mode on the Ethernet model the time is updated once per week)
Data Recording
Records up to 3 months worth of data on 1GB/2GB MicroSD card (supplied)
GPRS/SMS
Uses Quadband GSM engine
Configurable filters used to reduce amount of GPRS traffic
GPRS connections established only at transfer time
FTP Protocol to transfer data to server
Ethernet
Uses Email to transfer data via SMTP server (Port 25 used by default but is
configurable)
DHCP Enabled to get dynamic IP from LAN – Static IP configurable
Internet access required to synchronize unit on public time server
Configuration
Via Local USB Connection
Via SMS (GPRS version only).

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Installation
Wall mounting
Front panel LEDs to assist in operation diagnostic
SMS used for remote access during installation (GPRS version only)
Housing
Dimensions – 220 mm X 200 X 45 mm
Weight : 500 grams without antennas and VHF receiver
IP rating : IP66 with optional enclosure
1.2 Radio Receiver
The Wi5 concentrator can work on only one receiving frequency as the radio
receiver fitted on the PCB is different for each frequency. The part number of
the product identifies which frequency is to be used.
The product is compatible with majority of RTCOM transmitters.
As radio packets are coming in, these are time-stamped using the on-board
real time clock. The clock is synchronized periodically using a UTC Time
Server to guarantee accuracy. All time stamps will be UTC/GMT.
1.3 Data Recording
The Wi5 concentrator uses an on board microSD card to record the data
before transmission. It will keep up to 3 months worth of historical data which
can be retrieved at any time using SD card reader and standard text editor by
pressing the pushbutton on the concentrator PCB for 2 seconds. The microSD
card can then be removed from the connector.
The microSD card is required for product operation ensure you
insert it and lock it back in the connector after data upload
1.4 Data Transfer
Data is transferred at a periodical interval via GPRS FTP or email for Ethernet
versions. If the data transfer is not successful (intermittent GPRS connection,
LAN disconnection); the file will be stored and transferred on the next
occasion. In the event that the Wi5 concentrator is offline for an extended
period it will send stored data starting from the oldest record.
The FTP server or email settings can be set to send the data to HWM Data
Server or to another server.

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Filters can be used to reduce the amount of data sent to the server (ftp or
email):
Only allow particular transmitter IDs’ or packet types
Reject particular transmitters IDs’ or packet types
Reject a packet from a transmitter if it has already transmitted within
the last x seconds
Only allow one packet per transmitter per transfer
Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the
procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration.
1.5 Monitoring Unit Status
The concentrator will send at a specified rate a summary report to the server.
This report contains information on the unit status such as:
Mains Power status (GPRS Only)
GSM signal strength (GPRS Only)
Filter Settings
Concentrator ID
Firmware Revision
Statistics on data transfer
This report can also be sent via email.
GPRS versions only:
In the event of a mains power failure, a summary report will be sent
immediately, the report will indicate that the unit is working on battery.
Alternatively an alert SMS can be sent to a specific phone when this event
occurs.
Please note that in this mode the unit will not record transmitted data packets,
this is done to minimize power consumption and ensure the unit will function
on battery for 24 hours.
Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the
procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration.

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1.6 Unit Configuration
The unit operation can be configured via local USB connection, or for GPRS
versions via SMS.
Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the
procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration.

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2 Commissioning
This paragraph describes the required steps to ensure the product is fully
functional following reception. Ensure one step is covered before going to the
next.
2.1 Step 1: Inspecting Package Content
RT-Wi5 Data Concentrator
Mains Power Supply Unit – 12V DC output
Configuration Cable (USB A/B) – optional Antennas (GSM SMA / UHF BNC – VHF is
optional)

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2.2 Step 2: SIM Card installation (GPRS Version)
If not already equipped by HWM the SIM card can be installed using the
following procedure:
Remove the front cover
Install the SIM card into the SIM card connector as shown below:
Locking/Unlocking the connector Remove/insert the SIM Card
Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the
procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration.
2.3 Step 3: Connecting the product
In order to avoid GPRS transmission during shipping the backup
battery is disconnected. Connect the battery connector as shown below
(not required for Ethernet versions):
Press Here

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Only use the battery supplied with the unit. Failure to do so could
result in product damage.
Connect the Ethernet cable (if applicable)
Reinstall the top cover
Connect the external GSM and Radio antennas to the connectors as
shown below:
GSM
Antenna
Radio
Antenna

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If using a heavy RF cable for GSM or Radio connection use a strain
relied on the cable to avoid stressing the connector, with excessive
stress there is risk of cracking the case
Connect the external Power Supply Unit DC connector into the location
shown below:
Connect the external Power Supply Unit to the
wall mains socket
Only use the Power Supply Unit supplied with the unit. Failure to do
so could result in injury and product damage.
There is no power switch on the unit, to power off the unit it is
required to disconnect both the Power Supply Unit and the battery. So
ensure the Power Supply Unit is accessible on site.
2.4 Step 4: Interpreting Front Panel LEDs
5 LEDs are used to indicate the current status of the unit and indicate
potential faults:
-Mains Power (RED Color)
oPresent : double flash every 2 seconds
oNo Mains power : one flash every 5 seconds
-GSM/GPRS (GREEN Color)
oGSM ON : double flash every 2 seconds
oGPRS transfer in progress : ON Steady
-Ethernet/USB (GREEN Color) :
Connect
PSU here

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oData Transfer (In/Out) : LED Flashes
-RF Data– VHF or UHF version dependent (ORANGE LED):
oData Coming In : LED flashes
-Status (RED LED):
oNo Fault: OFF
oSIM card not recognized / no registration on the GSM network /
poor GSM signal (less than 2 bars): single flash every 2 seconds
oSD Card not recognized: double flash every 2 seconds
oTime Synchronization failed : three flash every 2 seconds
Note:
•For the first 2 minutes following power-up the status LED
will flash while the unit is initializing, wait for at least 2
minutes before interpreting the status LED.
•If a combination of faults exists the status LED flashing
will alternate between error codes, for example:
oSingle Flash indicates GSM issue
o2 seconds wait
oTriplet Flash indicates the time synchronization did
not take place
o2 seconds wait
oSingle Flash…
In order to confirm that the unit is fully operational ensure that the status of the
LEDs is as follow:
-Mains Power (RED Colour) is double flashing every 2 seconds
-GSM/GPRS (GREEN Colour) is either double flashing or constant
ON
-Ethernet/USB Status (GREEN Colour) is OFF
-RF Data – VHF or UHF version dependent (ORANGE LED) is flashing
when a test transmitter is activated
-Status (RED LED) is OFF ; this should turn itself off ~2 minutes
after powering on the unit
If the status of the LEDs do not match with the above, please
refer to the Troubleshooting section
2.5 Step 5: Confirming Data Transfer

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Once the unit has been configured the system time should be checked. This
can be done by typing “status” (without the quotes), the time and date will be
displayed in the status response. To test the connection to the server:
•enter “dump reports” (without the quotes). If there are any active
transmitters within range the Wi5 should display the packets ready to
be sent.
•enter “upload reports” (without the quotes). The Wi5 should contact
the specified server, send the data then confirm if the data transfer was
successful.
If the status of the LEDs do not match with the above, please
refer to the Troubleshooting section

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3 Configuring
3.1 Configuration using USB port
3.1.1 USB Driver
It is recommended to download and install the latest Windows Driver D2XX
from FTDI website: http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/D2XX.htm before
proceeding.
3.1.2 Connecting the USB cable
A standard USB A/B connector is required. Ensure the unit has the
Power Supply Unit connected and connect the USB cable as shown
below:
If using your own USB cable ensure the total length is less than 3
meters
Connect
here

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3.1.3 Finding the COM Port in Windows
-Click on Start Windows Menu
-Click on Settings
-Click on Control Panel
-Double Click on System
-Click on Hardware Tab
-Click on Device Manager
-Find the COM port number (in the following example COM8)
3.1.4 RS232 Communication Terminal Settings
Any standard RS232 Terminal program can be used with the concentrator
(HyperTerminal, Putty,…), ensure the following settings are used :
-8 bits, No Parity, 4800 bauds, 1 stop bit
-Com Port (see previous paragraph)
-No Flow Control
-End of line character Send and Receive is Carriage Return

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Once connection is established, enter the STATUS command, unit should
respond with configuration summary.
Example for GPRS version:
STATUS
11/07/12 15:04:41
Version 7.3
GSM Version 07.03.000
GSM Signal 28
Comms mode GSM
Logger ID ZZ99
Configuration disabled
Power status: Mains
SIM IP: 10.79.123.456
NTP server pool.ntp.org
NTP protcol SNTP
GPRS settings: radio:12345!@o2.wyless.net
Primary FTP settings: (undef):(undef)@gnetdata1.global-net.eu
Num retries 2
Secondary FTP settings: disabled
FTP period 60 minutes
FTP Mode Active
Whitelist unused
Blacklist unused
Reject time disabled
One per session disabled
Summary reports by FTP after 1440 minutes
Files sent 0
Bytes sent 0
CRC errors 0
GSM reboots 0
SD card: Used 262144, Free 2012061696
Refer to configuration commands paragraph for full list of
available commands

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3.2 Configuration using SMS (GPRS version only)
This functionality is only available on GPRS concentrators from
firmware revision 6.2 onwards. If you have an older firmware revision,
please consult Radio-tech for advice on firmware upgrade.
3.2.1 Protocol
This mode is used to remotely configure the GPRS concentrator via SMS.
The protocol works as follows:
STEP 1: User sends a SMS containing
configuration commands
STEP 2: The concentrator gives an
acknowledgment SMS to the user or to a
different phone number (optional)
STEP 4: The concentrator sends a
summary report to the FTP server with
updated configuration
STEP 3: The concentrator processes the
configuration request

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3.2.2 Configuration SMS format
The configuration SMS should follow the following format:
COMMAND1
COMMAND2
…
Phone Number
where:
•COMMAND1 ; COMMAND2; … are valid commands.
Refer to configuration commands paragraph for exact
command syntax
Phone Number is an option. If present, the acknowledgment will be sent to
this number instead. Phone number has to be expressed in an international
format starting with + country code prefix.
The size of the SMS should not exceed 160 characters. If this is the
case, extra characters will not be processed
There can be latency between the time the SMS is sent and the time
the SMS is actually received by the concentrator. This latency is
generated by the GSM network and is independent from the
concentrator.
3.2.3 Acknowledgment SMS
The acknowledgment SMS is structured in the same order as the
configuration SMS. Each command received with a correct syntax will be
repeated. Each command received with an incorrect syntax will not be
repeated but replaced by the word “USER FAIL”.
Example:
In the following example the SET FTP command has the wrong syntax
Configuration SMS
SET GPRS APN wyless.uk
SET FTP ADDRESS 123122

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Acknowledgment SMS
SET GPRS APN wyless.uk
USER FAIL
If an unknown command is contained in the configuration SMS it
will not be acknowledged at all. This is to avoid sending unnecessary
SMS when receiving SPAM

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3.3 Configure the unit to assist during radio transmitters
installation via SMS (GPRS version only)
This mode can be used when installing transmitters on site to verify that radio
packets are received successfully.
STEP 1 : Send install SMS
to the concentrator phone
number
STEP 2 : concentrator sends
acknowledgement SMS back “OK”
to the mobile phone
STEP 3 : Send normal SMS
“NORMAL” to the conce
ntrator
phone number to reset the unit to
initial configuration
STEP 4 : concentrator sends
acknowledgement SMS back “OK”
to the mobile phone