Kerlink Wirnet iStation 915H User manual

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WirnetTM iStation 915MHz Helium
LoRaWAN® gateway for the Internet of Things
Quick Start Guide
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1Need help?
The Wirnet™ iStation 915 Helium is an outdoor LoRa Gateway for IoT chain. It is based on LoRa® technology provided by
Semtech Company and is fully compatible and interoperable with existing LoRa LPWAN.
With its specific configuration, it is a dedicated Helium-network compatible
hotspot to mine HNT. To do so, it needs to be clearly mentioned once ordered as
it use a specific cryptographic private key, a dedicated software, and Helium
miner. If you have any doubt, please check directly with your reseller to ensure it
is Helium-network compatible.
•In order to provide the most updated technical documentation, as well as considering and saving the
environmental resources, Kerlink is providing preferably “Online documentation”.
•Kerlink is gathering all the technical information on a Wiki: http://wikikerlink.fr/
-If your don’t have yet your Wiki login/password please request them to [e-mail] (note that the
“Product ID” of one of your products will be required).
-How to find the “Product ID”? Please look at the Wirnet iStation 915 helium sticker placed on the right side of the
case.
•On the Wiki, Kerlink is proposing a comprehensive set of documents and information forself-help:
-Setup of Wirnet™ iStation Gateway: Connection to the gateway, Firmware update, Packet Forwarder
installation, Packet Forwarder configuration.
-System Management: Connection, login and credentials, KerOS REST API, …
-Network Management: Backhaul configuration, Firewall, IPsec / OpenVPN.
-LoRa Features, KerOS customization, Support and resources (FAQ, Troubleshoot the gateway…)
•Application Notes for questions related to generic engineeringrules:
-AN-KLK03355 - Improving radio coexistence performance of LoRaWAN gateways
-AN-KLK03356 - LoRaWAN gateways coverage optimization
-AN-KLK03357 - LoRaWAN gateways installation recommendations
-AN-KLK03358 - LoRaWAN gateways lightning protection
•For any Warranty or Maintenance related request (Trouble shooting, help …),
-If purchased from a Distributor, please contact the distributor directly for Level1 support
-If purchased from Kerlink directly, please open an “Assistance Request” via our ticketing tool called OTRS
(Open-source Ticket Request System)
-If you don’t have yet your OTRS login/password, please request them to [email protected]om (note that
the Product Id or any serial number of one of your products will berequired).
Access to Kerlink “Technical Support team” for Maintenance Services is conditioned to a valid Maintenance
contract.

•For additional information or if you need any assistance to use the product, please contact your reseller. You can
also find more information here:
https://www.kerlink.com/customer-support/
2Manufacturer
Kerlink, 1 Rue Jacqueline Auriol, 35235 Thorigné-Fouillard,France
Tel.: [phone] –Fax: [phone]
www.kerlink.com
3Safety
•Please, read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before
trying to install, operate, or maintain it.
•The following special messages may appear throughout this documentation or on the equipment to warn of
potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies aprocedure.
•Refers to a critical situation.
•In case of non-compliance, it may result in property damage
Refers to useful information during manipulations.
4Package Contents
Description
Kerlink PN
Details
Wirnet iStation 915H
with mounting kit
PDTIOT-ISS05H
See details next page
Cavity filter 902-928MHz
KLK02973
6dBi antenna, 902-928MHz
with mounting kit
(1m coaxial cable, U-bolts,
waterproof tape)
ACCIOT-KAN02
•Only use the Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium for its intended use "Normal
conditions ofuse".
•Maintenance and repair must be carried out by qualified personnel authorized by
the manufacturer.
•The enclosure of the Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium must not be opened by
CUSTOMER.
•The Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium should only be used with accessories or
spare parts supplied by your reseller.

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5Markings
Symbol
Description
Symbol
Description
Wirnet iStation
915H
Type of Equipment
QR Code with EUI information
42-57V 170mA
Power supply information
FCC marking indicating that the
product complies with current US
regulations or other marking
depending on the country
Board ID
Serial number of board
Marking indicating that the product
complies with RoHS directives
Product ID
Serial number of product
Do not dispose of with domestic waste
MAC ADDR
MAC address
Product must be installed on a non-
flammable substrate (UL94V0). Refer to
the installation instructions
Refer to the installation instructions
before powering up
6Installation of Wirnet™ iStation
6.1 Mounting of the enclosure
When installing the product, the ground connection must always be made first.
The Wirnet™ iStation enclosure can be mounted on a pole by strapping (see the following
example), any concrete pedestal, concrete wall or any non-flammable surface (UL94-V0).
The pole or mast should be also connected to ground.

Gateway support (Strapping
notincluded)
Installation support ona
pole with strapping
Mandatory ground
connection on the Wirnet™
iStation
Installation the Wirnet™
iStation on the support
6.2 Mounting of the antenna and the cavity filter
The antenna should be also connected to the ground.
The pole diameter shall 48mm max.
Mount the antenna on the pole using the U-bolts as follows:
Mount the U bolts on the antenna
Mount the antenna and U-bolts on
the pole
Remove the cap on the N
connector of the antenna
•Use a M6 wrench to screw the nuts of the U bolt.
•The M6 nuts shall be screwed at their maximum to ensure safe tightening.
•The M6 bolts can be used for ground connection
Remove the caps on the N connector of the cavity filter and screw the cavity filter onto the antenna as follows:

Remove caps on both N
connectors
Screw the cavity filter onto the
antenna through the N connector
Screw the coaxial cable onto the N
connector of the cavity filter
•Use a M19 wrench to screw the cavity filter and the coaxial cable.
6.3 Setting antenna connection
Before setting all connections, ensure that the power supply is not connected to the mains
supply.
GNSS and 3G/4G antennas are integrated and do not require any intervention.
The external LoRa antenna shall be connected to gateway through the cavity filter.
On the gateway side, remove the RF switch cap n°3 (please refer on the chart page 3) and then screw the
N connector of the coaxial cable.
Unscrew RF switch cap
Screw coaxial cable
•Use a M19 wrench to screw the cavity filter and the coaxial cable.

•The distance between the cavity
filter / antenna and the gateway shall
be limited to 1m max due to the
coaxial cable length. If longer
distance is required, use an alternate
coaxial (not provided by Kerlink)
•Use strapping wires to attach the RF
coaxial cable to the pole
•To avoid environmental aggression
(moisture, pollution, etc.) and ensure
their reliability, use self-amalgamating
tape on the N connector as show below :
6.4 Setting backhaul connection
Once the Wirnet™ iStation is installed, you can select up to 2 technologies to set up the access to Internet
for the data backhaul:
•Ethernet connection, requiring an Ethernet access through a dedicated RJ45 cable (not included)
•3G/4G cellular connection, requiring an USIM (not included) and a data subscription (notincluded)
Note that both configurations can be used in parallel. For example, RJ45 Ethernet with a 3G / 4G link as a
backup.
Ethernet connection
Insert SIM

Regarding the power supply, the following equipments can be used:
•End-Span or Mid-Span at least a 15W PoE (Power over Ethernet) (not included)
6.5 Assembly instruction for sealing the connectors
Pay attention to the gasket when screwing the 2 caps : if you screw too hard, it
may twist.
Here is an example of what is OK and what is not.
If you use a torque wrench, the tightening torque should be 1.6 Nm maximum
To avoid environmental aggression (moisture, pollution, etc.) and ensure their
reliability, use a self-amalgamating tape on the N connector as show below :
The Ethernet cable is not provided and must consist of two RJ45 T 568A (or 568B) plugs on
each side.
KERLINK recommends using a cable with the following characteristics:
•Category: 6A
•Shielding: STP (U/FTP) or SSTP (S/FTP)
•Section conductors: AWG26
•External jacket: LSZH or PUR
•Maximum length: 100 meters
•Cable gland 6.6-8.6mm.
Operating temperature range: -40°C to +60°C
Altitude max. < 2000m / hygrometry 95% non-condensing

6.6 Power ON
•A push-button is available on the bottom of enclosure.
•The RESET button must be pressed during 1s to generate a SW reset of theproduct.
•Note that a long press for 5s halts the gateway.
Once the power is “On”, please check the LED status and start the SW configuration.
The iStation should power on, showing:
•a solid green LED (Power LED, under the power button),
•accompanied by a red LED (Status LED =operations status) starting solid, then blinking during bootup.
For more information on the « Quick start of Wirnet™ iStation Gateway, please consult the Kerlink Wiki:
http://wikikerlink.fr/wirnet-productline/doku.php?id=wiki:quickstart:quickstart_istation
6.7 First connection
The Wirnet productline embeds a web interface to allow to easily manage the gateways:
•Trigger software upgrade/update,
•Configure the backhaul connectivity,
•Trigger actions on the gateway: Turn-off, reboot, factory reset …
The generic syntax to access to this web interface is: http://klk-<type_GW>-<serial>/
This means: for the Wirnet iStation: http://klk-wiis-03002e/
Note that if your computer is on the same local network, you can also use directly the IP address of your
gateway in a browser to connect to the Web interface.
The default credentials are available on the wiki.
For security reasons, it is strongly recommended to change the default passwords.
Gateway status
«Status LED» behaviour
Boot part 1
Fix on
Boot part 2
Heart beat
Boot part 3
Blink every second
Run time
Off
Power down sequence
Heartbeat
Restore backup
Blink / 2 seconds
Restore stock
Blink / 4 seconds

7Declaration of Conformity
The Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium is compliant to both FCC and IC regulations.
The associated FCC and IC identifiers of the Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium are:
Model: Wirnet™ iStation 915H Model: EG25G
FCC ID: 2AFYS-KLKWIS915H Contains FCC ID: XMR201903EG25G
IC: 20637-KLKWIS915H Contient IC: 10224A-201903EG25G
The power supply of the Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium must be a limited source of
power. Note that:
Kerlink is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs.
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 of the device.
Some conditions have to be respected to maintain the FCC and IC compliance of the de-
vices in the USA and Canada. Please contact your reseller to have details.
For other countries, check the specific regulations regarding maximum EIRP and duty cycle
allowed.
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
This radio transmitter 20637-KLKWIS915H has been approved by Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the
maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a
gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for
use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio 20637-KLKWIS915H a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés
ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette
liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué pour tout type figurant sur la
liste, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.
External antenna used: gain 6dBi, dipole, 50 Ω, vertical, omnidirectional

This equipment complies with RSS102’s and FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment under the following conditions:
1.. This equipment should be installed and operated such that a minimum separation
distance of 20cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and user’s/nearby person’s
body at all times.
2. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’expositions de la CNR102 applicables pour un
environnement non contrôlé aux conditions suivantes:
1. Cet équipement devra être installé et fonctionner de telle manière qu’une distance
minimale de séparation de 20 cm soit maintenue entre la partie rayonnante (l’antenne) et
l’utilisateur / les personnes à proximité à tout moment.
2 Cet émetteur ne doit pas être colocalisé ou opérer en conjonction avec toute autre
antenne ou émetteur.
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation,
Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux
CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
This device must be professionally installed.
8Disposal / recycling
Do not dispose of the product with household waste. For proper disposal, contact a waste
disposal company. The product packaging (cardboard and liners) can be removed with used
paper.
9Warranty
Contact your reseller for warranty conditions of the Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium.
The Wirnet™ iStation 915MHz Helium is not warranted by Kerlink in case the enclosure is
opened, modified, painted, branded out, outlined by CUSTOMER for any reason. Feel free to
contact us for a guideline for the branding.
10 Accessories and Professional Services
For additional information, on available accessories and Professional Services please contact your reseller.

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