netvox R718MA User manual

Model：R718MA
Wireless Asset Sensor
Wireless Asset Sensor
R718MA
User Manual

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Table of Content
1. Introduction..............................................................................................................................................................2
2. Appearance...............................................................................................................................................................3
3. Main Features...........................................................................................................................................................3
4.Set up Instruction......................................................................................................................................................3
4.1 Power on and Turn on / off ............................................................................................................................3
4.2 Join Into LoRa Network.................................................................................................................................4
4.3 Function Key..................................................................................................................................................4
4.4 Data Report....................................................................................................................................................5
5. Restore to Factory Setting........................................................................................................................................5
6. Sleeping Mode.........................................................................................................................................................7
7. Low Voltage Alarming.............................................................................................................................................7
8. Installation................................................................................................................................................................7
9. Important Maintenance Instruction..........................................................................................................................8

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1. Introduction
This device is a simple positioning function (which can detect the position status of the device), and
periodically reports RSSI and SNR.
The information is processed by the gateway, and the location range of the device is detected
according to the reported RSSI and SNR information. The device applies SX1276 wireless
communication module. For reported RSSI, SNR information location status, the acceptance
sensitivity is -136 dBm (LoRa, Spreading Factor = 12, Bit Rate = 293 bps).
LoRa Wireless Technology:
LoRa is a wireless communication technology dedicated to long distance and low power
consumption. Compared with other communication methods, LoRa spread spectrum modulation
method greatly increases to expand the communication distance. Widely used in long-distance,
low-data wireless communications. For example, automatic meter reading, building automation
equipment, wireless security systems, industrial monitoring. Main features include small size, low
power consumption, transmission distance, anti-interference ability and so on.
LoRaWAN:
LoRaWAN uses LoRa technology to define end-to-end standard specifications to ensure
interoperability between devices and gateways from different manufacturers.

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2. Appearance
Fig.1 R718MA Appearance
3. Main Features
Compatible with LoRaWAN protocol.
Powered by 2 x ER14505 3.6V Lithium AA battery
Easy set up and installation
Simple location range detection
4.Set up Instruction
4.1 Power on and Turn on / off
(1) Power on: Insert batteries: open the battery cover; insert two sections of 3.6V ER14505 AA
batteries and close the battery cover.
(2) Turn on: if the device had never joined in any network or at factory setting mode, after powering
on, the device is at off mode by default setting. Press and hold function key for 3 seconds till the
green indicator flashes once and release to turn on device.
(3) Turn off: Press and hold function key for 5 seconds till the green indicator flashes quickly and
release. The green indicator will flash 20 times to show that the device is turned off.

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Note:
1. The interval between shutting down twice or power off/on is suggested to be about 10 seconds to
avoid the interference of capacitor inductance and other energy storage components.
2. Do not press function key and insert batteries in the same time, otherwise, it will enter engineer
testing mode.
3. Once the battery is removed, the device is at off mode by default setting.
4. Turn off operation is same with “Restore to Factory Setting”operation.
4.2 Join Into LoRa Network
To join the device into LoRa network to communicate with LoRa gateway.
The network operation is as following:
(1) If the device had never joined any network, turn on the device; it will search an available LoRa
network to join. The green indicator will stay on for 5 seconds to show it joins into the network,
otherwise, the green indicator will be off.
(2) If R718MA had been joined into a LoRa network, remove and insert the batteries; it will repeat
step (1).
4.3 Function Key
(1) Press and hold function key for 5 seconds to reset to factory setting. After restoring to
factory setting successfully, the green indicator will flashes quickly 20 times.
(2) Press function key to turn on the device which is in the network and the green indicator will flash
once and the device will send a data report.

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4.4 Data Report
When the device is turned on, it will immediately send a version package.
Data will be reported once per hour by default setting.
Maximum time: 3600s
Minimum time: 3600s (Detect the current voltage value every 3600s by default setting)
Default reportchange:
Battery ---- 0x01 (0.1V)
Note:
The device send data cycle depends on real burning configuration.
The interval between two reports must be the minimum interval.
Data report configuration and sending period are as following:
Example#1
based on MinTime = 15 Minutes, MaxTime= 1 Hour, battery voltage Reportable Change = 0.1V
MaxTime
Sleeping(MinTime) sleeping sleeping sleeping
0H 15thM 30th M 45th M 1H 2H
REPORT
100mV
Min. Interval
(Unit:second)
Max. Interval
(Unit:second)
Reportable
Change
Current Change≥
Reportable Change
Current Change ＜
Reportable Change
Any number
between 1~65535
Any number
between 1~65535
Can not be 0.
Report
per Min. Interval
Report
per Max. Interval
Wakes up and
collects data
3.6V
|3.6-3.6|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.6
|3.6-3.6|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.6
|3.6-3.6|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and collects data
REPORTS3.6
Wakes up
and
collects
data
REPORTS
3.6

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Example#2
based on MinTime = 15 Minutes, MaxTime= 1 Hour, battery voltage Reportable Change = 0.1V
MaxTime
sleeping sleeping ...
0H 15th M 30th M 45th M 1H 1H 10th M 1H 25th M 1H 40th M 1H 55th M
Notes :
1) The device only wakes up and performs data sampling according to MinTime Interval. When it is sleeping, it does not
collect data.
2) The data collected is compared with the last data reported. If the data variation is greater than the ReportableChange
value, the device reports according to MinTime interval. If the data variation is not greater than the last data reported,
the device reports according to MaxTime interval.
3) We do not recommend to set the MinTime Interval value too low. If the MinTime Interval is too low, the device wakes up
frequently and the battery will be drained soon.
4) Whenever the device sends a report, no matter resulting from data variation, button pushed or MaxTime interval,
another cycle of MinTime/MaxTime calculation is started.
Wakes up
and
collects
data
REPORTS
3.6
Wakes up and
collects data
3.6
|3.6-3.6|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.6-3.5|=0.1=0.1
REPORTS
3.5
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.5-3.5|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.5-3.5|=0<0.1
Does not report
Someone pushes the
button, device wakes up
and collects data 3.5V
REPORTS 3.5V
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.5-3.5|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.5-3.5|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
3.5
|3.5-3.5|=0<0.1
Does not report
Wakes up and
collects data
REPORTS
3.5
2H 10th M

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5. Restore to Factory Setting
R718MA saves data including network key information, configuration information, etc. To restore to
factory setting, users need to execute below operations.
1. Press and hold function key for 5 seconds till the green indicator flashes and then release; LED
flashes quickly 20 times.
2. R718MA is at off mode by default setting after restoring to factory setting.
Note: The device operation of turning off is the same as the “Restore Factory Settings”operation.
6. Sleeping Mode
R718MA is designed to enter sleeping mode for power-saving in some situations:
(A) While the device is in the network →the sleeping period is Min Interval. (During this
period, if the reportchange is larger than setting value, it will wake up and send a data report).
(B) When it is not in the network →R718MA will enter sleeping mode and wake up every
15 seconds to search a network to join in the first two minutes. After two minutes, it will wake
up every 15 minutes to request to join the network.
If it’s at (B) status, to prevent this unwanted power consumption, we recommend that users
remove the batteries to power off the device.
7. Low Voltage Alarming
The operating voltage threshold is 3.2V. If the battery voltage is lower than 3.2V, R718MA will
send a low-power warning to the LoRa network.
8. Installation
This product comes with waterproof function. When using it, the back of it can be adsorbed on the
iron surface, or the two ends can be fixed to the wall with screws.
Note: To install the battery, use a screwdriver or similar tool to assist in opening the battery cover.

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9. Important Maintenance Instruction
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be used with care. The
following suggestions will help you use the warranty service effectively.
• Keep the equipment dry. Rain, moisture, and various liquids or moisture may contain minerals that
can corrode electronic circuits. In case the device is wet, please dry it completely.
• Do not use or store in dusty or dirty areas. This can damage its detachable parts and electronic
components.
• Do not store in excessive heat. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, destroy
batteries, and deform or melt some plastic parts.
• Do not store in a cold place. Otherwise, when the temperature rises to normal temperature,
moisture will form inside, which will destroy the board.
• Do not throw, knock or shake the device. Rough handling of equipment can destroy internal circuit
boards and delicate structures.
• Do not wash with strong chemicals, detergents or strong detergents.
• Do not apply with paint. Smudges can block debris in detachable parts and affect normal operation.
• Do not throw the battery into a fire to prevent the battery from exploding. Damaged batteries may
also explode.
All of the above suggestions apply equally to your device, battery and accessories. If any device is
not working properly.
Please take it to the nearest authorized service facility for repair.