Murata HN-210 User manual

Revision History
Revision
Date
Author
Change Description
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2004
F. Perkins
Initial issue
2
01/13/2017
R. Willett
Updated Copyright and format for new Murata V.I.
HN-210/210X
Outdoor Base
Remote
User Guide
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Important Regulatory Information
Cirronet Product FCC ID: HSW-2410
IC 4492A-2410
Note: This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at their expense.
FCC s MPE Requirements
Information to user/installer regarding FCC s Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits.
Notice to users/installers using the 24 dBi parabolic dish antenna in conjunction with all Cirronet
RF products.
FCC rules limit the use of this antenna, when connected to Cirronet RF products for point-to-point
applications only. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the system is prohibited from
being used in point-to-multipoint applications, omni-directional applications, and applications where there
are multiple co-located intentional radiators transmitting the same information. Any other mode of
operation using this antenna is forbidden.
Notice to users/installers using the following fixed antennas, with Cirronet RF products:
Andrews 24dBi parabolic dish
Andrews 18dBi parabolic dish
Cushcraft 15dBi Yagi,
Mobile Mark 14dBi Corner Reflector,
Mobile Mark 9dBi Corner Reflector
The field strength radiated by any one of these
antennas, when connected to Cirronet RF
products, may exceed FCC mandated RF
exposure limits. FCC rules require
professional installation of these antennas in
such a way that the general public will not be
closer than 2 m from the radiating aperture of
any of these antennas. End users of these
systems must also be informed that RF
exposure limits may be exceeded if personnel
come closer than 2 m to the apertures of any of
these antennas.
Notice to users/installers using the following mobile antennas, with Cirronet RF products:
Mobile Mark 12dBi omni-directional,
Mobile Mark 9dBi omni-directional,
MaxRad 5dBi whip,
Cirronet Patch antenna,
Ace 2dBi dipole,
Mobile Mark 2dBi Stub
The field strength radiated by any one of these
antennas, when connected to Cirronet RF
products, may exceed FCC mandated RF
exposure limits. FCC rules require professional
installation of these antennas in such a way
that the general public will not be closer than
20 cm from the radiating aperture of any of
these antennas. End users of these systems
must also be informed that RF exposure limits
may be exceeded if personnel come closer
than 20 cm to the apertures of any of these
antennas.
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Declaration of Conformity
Warning! The RLAN transceiver within this device uses a band of frequencies that are not completely harmonized within the
European Community. Before using, please read the European Operation Section of the Products User’s Guide for limitations.
0560 is the identification number of TELEFICATION B.V., Utrechtseweg 310, NL-6800 JA ARNHEM - Netherlands
– the Notified Body having performed part or all of the conformity assessment on the product.
The WIT2410 to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the essential requirements
of the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and complies with the following standards and/or other
normative documents:
For Interfaces For RLAN Transceiver
EN 55022
EN 55024 EN 300 328 EN 301 489 -1, -17
EN 60950
Use Within the European Union
The WIT2410 is intended for use within the European Community States and in the following
non-European Union States: Norway & Switzerland
Use of the WIT2410 in France
When used in France, the WIT2410 can only be operated with the France hopping pattern
selected. This is accomplished by setting the pe parameter to 1. Refer to European Union
Settings in this manual for details.
Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice
Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice
This apparatus complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 / IC RSS 102.
"To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated
indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit
antenna) that is installed outdoors may be subject to licensing."
ICES-003
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada.
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Table of Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................................6
HOPNET BENEFITS .........................................................................................................6
Operating Frequency ...............................................................................................6
HopNet Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Advantages....................................6
HopNet Data Integrity...............................................................................................7
Flexible Power Management....................................................................................7
ADVANCED FEATURES.....................................................................................................7
THE HOPNET FAMILY OF PRODUCTS................................................................................8
External Antenna......................................................................................................8
Built-In Antenna........................................................................................................8
Accessories..............................................................................................................8
Getting Started................................................................................................................9
INSTALL THE HOPNET CONFIGURATION WIZARD ON A PC..................................................9
CONNECT THE HN-210 TO THE PC..................................................................................9
SET ONE HN-210 TO ACT AS THE BASE...........................................................................10
RUN A COMMUNICATIONS TEST.......................................................................................12
THE SERIAL ADAPTER BOX............................................................................................13
3 Wire Operation....................................................................................................14
Remote Pin-Out, RS-232.......................................................................................14
GUIDELINES FOR INSTALLATION......................................................................................15
AIMING THE ANTENNA AND PLACING THE REMOTE...........................................................15
INTERCONNECT CABLE..................................................................................................15
Configuring the Network................................................................................................16
HOPNET CONFIGURATION WIZARD (5.0 OR LATER)..........................................................16
ABOUT THE INIT.INI FILE ..............................................................................................18
Parameters Tab .....................................................................................................19
Protocol Tab...........................................................................................................26
RF Tools ................................................................................................................28
WinCom Window....................................................................................................32
Function Keys ........................................................................................................35
Recover..................................................................................................................35
Restart ...................................................................................................................36
SAVING CONFIGURATIONS.............................................................................................36
Configuration Commands..............................................................................................37
SERIAL COMMANDS ......................................................................................................38
NETWORK COMMANDS..................................................................................................40
PROTOCOL COMMANDS.................................................................................................43
STATUS COMMANDS .....................................................................................................46
MEMORY COMMANDS....................................................................................................48
MODEM COMMAND SUMMARY........................................................................................49
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................50
OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................50
Introduction ............................................................................................................50
Transceiver Requirements.....................................................................................50
COMMON SYSTEM PROBLEMS .......................................................................................51
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GUIDELINES FOR REDUCING INTERFERENCE ...................................................................52
Introduction ............................................................................................................52
Guidelines for Setting Up the Network...................................................................52
Guidelines for Selecting Your Site..........................................................................52
GUIDELINES FOR AVOIDING TERRAIN OBSTRUCTIONS......................................................53
CUSTOMER SUPPORT ...................................................................................................54
Introduction ............................................................................................................54
Technical Assistance .............................................................................................54
Factory Repairs......................................................................................................54
Technical Specifications................................................................................................55
Electrical ................................................................................................................55
Mechanical.............................................................................................................56
Environmental........................................................................................................56
Glossary of Terms.........................................................................................................57
Warranty........................................................................................................................58
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Introduction
The HopNet 10 Series family of products provides reliable wireless connectivity for
either point-to-point or point-to-multipoint applications. HopNet products are built
around the WIT2410 radio transceiver, which employs frequency hopping spread
spectrum technology. This technology ensures:
•Maximum resistance to noise
•Maximum resistance to multipath fading
•Robustness in the presence of interfering signals
The HN-210 and HN-210X are NEMA 4X weatherproof versions of the HopNet
product line. The HN-214, which is an HN-210 with a 4 ft. cable, is also available.
The interface to the 210 and 210X allows the Host to communicate with the Remote
unit through an integrated 50 ft (15 meter) cable. The HN-210 and 210X can act as
either bases or remotes.
The HN-210 Remote has an internally mounted 6 dBi patch antenna. The built-in
antenna of the HN-210 case greatly eases outdoor installation since no antenna
feedline cable or adapters are needed. The 6 dBi antenna gain increases the radiated
EIRP to +24 dBm and the effective receiver sensitivity to –99 dBm. The HN-210X
has a TNC connector for attaching an external antenna and a mounting kit (part no.:
HN210X-MKIT) that accommodates both the HN-210X and any of the following
external antennas:
CORNER249
CORNER2414
OMNI249
OMNI2412
HopNet Benefits
The HopNet family of products is built with rugged enclosures compliant with IP 66
and NEMA 4X standards for outdoor and harsh industrial environments. All Hopnet
products work with each other and can be mixed and matched in a single network. All
HopNet Products are WIT2410 compatible and can be used with WIT2410 OEM
based products as well as with the SNAP2410 10Base T access point.
Operating Frequency
The HopNet family operates in the 2.4 GHz ISM band that allows for license-free use
and worldwide compliance.
HopNet Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Advantages
In the frequency domain, a multipath fade can be described as a frequency selective
notch that shifts in location and depth over time. Multipath fades typically occupy
five percent of the band. A conventional radio system typically has a five percent
chance of signal impairment at any given time due to multipath fading.
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Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum reduces the vulnerability of a radio system to
interference from jammers and multipath fading by distributing or spreading the
signal over a larger region of the frequency band.
The fade resistant, HopNet frequency-hopping technology employs up to 75 channels
and switches channels over 100 times a second to achieve high reliability throughput.
HopNet Data Integrity
An on-board 3 KB buffer and error correcting over-the-air protocol ensure data
integrity even in the presence of weak signals or jammers. The serial interface
handles both data and control of asynchronous data rates of up to 230 Kbps.
Flexible Power Management
The power can be set at 10 milliwatts or 100 milliwatts using the included software.
Reduced power can reduce the size of the coverage zone, which may be desirable for
multiple network indoor applications. You can also place the transceiver module in a
power-save mode, which enables smart power management. Smart power
management allows a remote unit to drop into a lower current standby mode during
transmission or receiving gaps.
This feature also allows Hopnet products to be used in various countries where the
output power requirements may vary due to regulation.
Advanced Features
HopNet modems have many advanced features:
•Employ frequency hopping technology with up to 75 channels in the 2401 to
2475 MHz frequency range
•Support digital addressing for up to 64 networks, with 62 remotes per
network.
•Use transparent ARQ protocol
•Use same hardware for all supported data rates
•Supports up to 115 Kbps asynchronous data rates
•Full Duplex operation
•Store setup configuration in nonvolatile memory (FLASH)
•Fast acquisition – less than 2 seconds is the typical time to acquire hopping
pattern
•Smart power management features
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The HopNet Family of Products
The HopNet family consists of the following products:
HN-210
HN-210X
HN-210D
HN-214
HN-214X
HN-210DX
HN-214D
HN-214DX
HN-510
SNAP2410
SNAP2410X
SNAP2410D
SNAP2410DX
External Antenna
HN-210X Base/Remote Unit
Built-In Antenna
HN-210 Base/Remote Unit
Accessories
Antennas
Adapter
Power Supplies
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Getting Started
A pair of HN-210s is set up by performing the following steps:
•Install the HopNet Wizard configuration program on a PC
•Connect the HN-210 to the PC
•Set one HN-210 as a base radio
•Run a communications test
These steps are described in detail below. Other steps you may want to perform
include:
•Change the baud rate
•Change the radio network number
•Change how fast the radios change frequencies
Refer to the Configuring the Network section of this manual for details on these steps.
Install the HopNet Configuration Wizard on a PC.
The HopNet Configuration Wizard is located on the software and documentation CD
included in the HN-210 package. Install the program by inserting the CD in the PC
and following the installation wizard. If Autorun has been turned off, double-click on
setup.exe on the CD to start the wizard.
Connect the HN-210 to the PC.
Connect the serial adapter box to a serial port on the PC using the serial cable
provided.
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Connect the end of the cable from the HN-210 (RJ45 connector) to the small serial
adapter box.
Connect power to the HN-210 by plugging one end of the wall-mount power supply
into the serial adapter box and the other end into a wall outlet. A green LED on the
serial adapter box will turn on indicating power is present.
Set one HN-210 to act as the base.
When using HN-210s, one unit, and only one, must be set as the base. All other HN-
210s must be set as remotes. With an HN-210 connected to the PC, start the HopNet
Configuration Wizard program by double-clicking on the icon on the desktop. The
HopNet Configuration Wizard will automatically detect which serial port the HN-210
is connected to and the baud rate of the HN-210. When the radio has been detected,
the Continue button will appear.
Click on the Continue button to bring up the next screen.
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