IFM ZB0929 User manual

Operating instructions
Gateway
ZB0929
80291664/00 06/2020
UK

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1 Preliminary note
Technical data, approvals, accessories and further information at
www.ifm.com.
2 Safety instructions
• Read this document before setting up the product and keep it during the entire
service life.
• The product must be suitable for the corresponding applications and
environmental conditions without any restrictions.
• Only use the product for its intended purpose (→ Functions and features).
• If the operating instructions or the technical data are not adhered to, personal
injury and/or damage to property may occur.
• The manufacturer assumes no liability or warranty for any consequences
caused by tampering with the product or incorrect use by the operator.
• Installation, electrical connection, set-up, operation and maintenance of the
product must be carried out by qualified personnel authorised by the machine
operator.
• The plant operator is responsible for the safety of the plant in which the device
is installed.
• If the device is not used as intended by the manufacturer, the protection
supported by the device may be impaired.
• Protect units and cables against damage.
• The device is designed for indoor use.
• Operation can affect the function of electronic devices that are not correctly
shielded. Disconnect the unit in the vicinity of medical equipment. Please
contact the manufacturer of the device in case of problems.
Interference with medical devices
The device may emit radio waves, which could affect the operation of nearby
electronics, including cardiac pacemakers, hearing aids and defibrillators. If you
have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the device
without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
Maintain a safe distance between the device and your medical devices and stop
using the device if you observe a persistent interference with your medical device.

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2.1 Symbols used
► Instruction
> Reaction, result
→ Cross-reference
Important note
Non-compliance may result in malfunction or interference.
Information
Supplementary note.
3 Functions and features
• The gateway transmits sensor data to the back-end system. In the back-
end system, the sensor data is made available to carry out analyses and
evaluations and to create alarm rules.
• Connect the gateway to the Internet either via a wired Ethernet connection,
wirelessly via a mobile network (NB-IoT, CatM1 or 2G) or via a wireless LAN
connection.
The device must not be operated within a radius of 20 km around Ny-Ålesund,
Spitsbergen, Norway.
4 Installation
Position the device close to the sensor. If necessary, use the supplied mounting
accessories for installation.

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5 Operating and display elements
LED
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1: USB connection
2: Mains connection
3: Ethernet connection
4: Micro-SIM card slot
5: Confi guration button
6 Electrical connection
► Connect the device with the supplied power supply.
7 Set-up
The unit switches on automatically when connected to the power supply.

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LED Colour Status Meaning
green on Device is connected to the Internet.
blue on Wireless connection to the Internet is
being established.
flashes The device is in local
configuration mode.
red on Device fault
► Open configuration mode and
examine the malfunction.
7.1 Connect to the Internet
A connection via Ethernet or mobile radio automatically disables the wireless LAN
connection.
7.1.1 Ethernet connection
Use the RJ45 socket for Ethernet connection.
► Adjusting Ethernet settings in the configuration menu → chapter 7.2.
7.1.2 Wireless LAN connection
► Open configuration mode and set up wireless LAN connection → chapter 7.2.
7.1.3 Mobile network connection
► Adjusting settings (operator, APN, SIM PIN) in the configuration menu →
chapter 7.2.
► Open the micro-SIM card slot.
► Unlock and open the card holder.
► Insert the micro-SIM card with the contacts facing down and close everything.
If necessary, activate the micro-SIM card first with your mobile phone provider.
7.2 Gateway configuration
► Press the configuration key for at least 10 s until the LED flashes blue.
> The device becomes a wireless LAN access point.
The serial number and password for the initial set-up is on the type label on the back
of the gateway.

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► Connect PC, smartphone etc. to the wireless LAN access point. The name of
the wireless LAN access point is "ifmgw-serial number".
► Enter the password.
While the gateway is establishing a radio connection (LED lights up blue), the
configuration mode cannot be started.
Windows 10 may ask for a PIN code as primary access point password. Use the
option 'password'.
► Open the browser on the PC, smartphone, etc.
► Open the address 192.168.0.1:3001 in the browser.
► Make the necessary configurations (e.g. change password for gateway access,
check error log, set up connection via wireless LAN, Ethernet or mobile phone).
7.2.1 Leave the gateway configuration
Close the program with [Quit]. The gateway will reboot.
7.3 Sensor set-up
Recommendation:
Due to the mesh topology, arrange the sensors around the gateway.
► Press the button briefly (switch on device).
> Green LED lights up briefly and goes out again.
> Green LED lights up briefly again: connection with the gateway ok
or
> Red LED lights up briefly again: no connection with the gateway.
► Check connection and position the unit closer to the gateway.
Switch off the sensor:
► press button for 30 s.
You will find detailed information about the sensors at www.ifm.com.
8 Maintenance, repair, disposal
The operation of the unit is maintenance-free. It is not possible to repair the unit.
Dispose of the unit in an environmentally friendly way in accordance with the
applicable national regulations when it is no longer used.

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9 Radio approvals
If approvals are granted, the approval texts of the respective countries shall apply.
9.1 Overview
Frequency ranges and transmission power
Radio technology Frequency bands max. transmission power
LTE Cat. M1 B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B20 + 23 dBm
LTE NB-IoT B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B20 + 23 dBm
2G GPRS/EGPRS B3 + 33 dBm
2G GPRS/EGPRS B8 + 30 dBm
WLAN (2.4 GHz) 2.4 GHz ISM + 17.3 dBm
2.4 GHz ISM (Proprietär) 2.4 GHz ISM + 4 dBm
The overview of the approval status of a device is available on our website at
www.ifm.com.
9.2 Europe / EU Declaration of Conformity
ifm electronic gmbh hereby declares that the device corresponds to the directive
2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following
Internet address: www.ifm.com.
9.3 USA
FCC information:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device must not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to this device that have not been expressly approved by
ifm could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.

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Information to the user:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radiofrequency radiation exposure information:
This device complies with the radiation exposure limits prescribed for an
uncontrolled environment for fixed and mobile use conditions. This device should
be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the device
and the body of the user or nearby persons.
9.4 Canada
ISED note:
This device contains licence-exempt transmitters/receivers that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
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.
This device complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.