netvox R716S User manual

Model：R716S
Portable LoRa Field Signal Meter
R716S
User Manual
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Portable LoRa Field Signal Meter

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Table of Content
1. Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................3
2. Appearance..............................................................................................................................................................3
3. Main Features..........................................................................................................................................................4
4. Set up Instruction ....................................................................................................................................................5
5. Application ..............................................................................................................................................................7
6. Important Maintenance Instruction.........................................................................................................................7

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1. Introduction
R716S is developed based on LoRa technology to detect the network signal of the LoRa network. R716S can detect the LoRa
signal strength of the scanned area and display the detected data through LCD.
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.
2. Appearance
Level Key
Signal Key
LCD

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3. Main Features
Apply SX1276 wireless communication module
2* AA batteries (1.5V / section)
Detect wireless signal strength
The LCD screen
Compatible with LoRaWANTM Class A
Frequency hopping spread spectrum technology
Low power consumption and long battery life
Battery Life:
⁻Please refer to web: http://www.netvox.com.tw/electric/electric_calc.html
⁻At this website, users can find battery life time for variety models at different configurations.
1. Actual range may vary depending on environment.
2. Battery life is determined by sensor reporting frequency and other variables.

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4. Set up Instruction
4.1. Power On
R716S uses 2 AA batteries to power on.
R716S is a power-saving device. After powering on, it will light up and display .
Then it starts to search the network automatically. If it does not join to the network successfully, “noNE” will be displayed.
If it joins to the network successfully, the current signal value will be displayed and the signal value will be updated in real
time.
If there is no operation within 30 seconds, the screen will turn off and enter sleep mode.
Front view
Installation completed
Push up the
battery cover
After inserting
the battery
Insert the battery
Pull back the
battery cover

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4.2. Manual Activation
Press the “signal key” or “level key” once to activate the device.
After activating the device, the screen lights up and displays the last displayed result.
After the device is activated, if there is no operation within 30 seconds, the screen will turn off and enter sleep mode.
If it is activated again within 30s after the previous activation, the device starts to update the signal value in real time.
4.3. Function Key
The device can detect the signal strength and display signal level of the scanning area.
1. Detect Signal Strength:
Press the signal key, the LCD will display the current detected signal strength and update the signal value in real time.
2. Display Signal Level:
Press the level key, the LCD will display the current signal level and update the level value in real time.
4.4. LCD Interface
R716S display four digits.
1. Press the signal key, and it will display the signal strength in four digits.
2. Press the level key, and it will display the signal level in the fourth digit.
The Range Of Signal Strength Level:
RSSI ≤-100 ≥-99 ≥-93 ≥-89 ≥-86 ≥-83 ≥-80 ≥-75 ≥-70 ≥-55
Signal Level 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
4.5. Sleep Mode
1.After the device is powered on, if there is no operation within 30 seconds, it will enter sleep mode.
2.After the device wakes up, the last value will be displayed. If there is no operation within 30s, it will enter sleep mode.

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4.6. Command
After the device is powered on and automatically detects the signal value, the device will send a command every 5 seconds.
After the signal is detected, each sent command corresponds to a replied command.
If the device is in the detection state, the command will be sent.
If the device is activated or in the sleep mode, the command will not be sent.
4.7. Low Voltage Warning
When the device voltage is less than or equal to 2.4V, “!” will be displayed at the top of the screen to remind of the low
voltage.
5. Application
This device is mainly suitable for detecting the signal strength of gateway coverage
If multiple networks are in the same range, it may be misjudged.
6. Important Maintenance Instruction
Kindly pay attention to the following in order to achieve the best maintenance of the product:
• Keep the device dry. Rain, moisture, or any liquid might contain minerals and thus corrode electronic circuits. If the device gets
wet, please dry it completely.
• Do not use or store the device in dusty or dirty environment. It might damage its detachable parts and electronic components.
• Do not store the device under excessive heat condition. High temperature can shorten the life of electronic devices, destroy
batteries, and deform or melt some plastic parts.
• Do not store the device in places that are too cold. 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 clean the device with strong chemicals, detergents or strong detergents.
• Do not apply the device with paint. Smudges might block in the device and affect the operation.
• Do not throw the battery into the fire, or the battery will explode. Damaged batteries may also explode.
All of the above applies to your device, battery and accessories. If any device is not working properly, please take it to the nearest
authorized service facility for repair.