Pepperl+Fuchs WS-UC F406-B41 Series User manual

Manual
WILSEN.sonic.distance
WS-UC*-F406-B41*
Manual

With regard to the supply of products, the current issue of the following document is applicable:
The General Terms of Delivery for Products and Services of the Electrical Industry, published
by the Central Association of the Electrical Industry (Zentralverband Elektrotechnik und Elek-
troindustrie (ZVEI) e.V.) in its most recent version as well as the supplementary clause:
"Expanded reservation of proprietorship"
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Pepperl+Fuchs Inc.
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Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
USA
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P+F Building
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Singapore 139942
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https://www.pepperl-fuchs.com

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Contents
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1 Introduction................................................................................................................ 4
1.1 Content of this Document............................................................................. 4
1.2 Target Group, Personnel ............................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols Used ................................................................................................ 4
1.4 Intended Use .................................................................................................. 5
1.5 General Safety Information........................................................................... 6
1.6 Declaration of Conformity............................................................................. 6
2 System Description ................................................................................................... 8
3 Integration into a LoRa Network .............................................................................. 9
4 Establishing a Connection to the Device .............................................................. 12
5 Mounting................................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Installation Conditions ................................................................................ 16
5.2 Mounting Instructions ................................................................................. 16
6 Measurement Data Acquisition and Data Transfer of the WILSEN.sonic.distance .......20
7 Parameterization/Information with the WILSEN app............................................ 21
7.1 Menu Structures .......................................................................................... 21
7.2 App Settings Menu ...................................................................................... 22
7.3 Ultrasonic Sensor Submenu....................................................................... 23
7.4 GPS Configuration Submenu ..................................................................... 27
7.5 LoRaWAN Configuration Submenu............................................................ 28
7.6 Device Configuration Submenu ................................................................. 33
7.7 Device Information Submenu ..................................................................... 35
8 Servicing................................................................................................................... 38
9 Replacing the Battery.............................................................................................. 39
10 Cleaning.................................................................................................................... 42
11 Repair........................................................................................................................ 43
12 Disposal.................................................................................................................... 44

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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Content of this Document
This document contains information required to use the product in the relevant phases of the
product life cycle. This may include information on the following:
•Product identification
•Delivery, transport, and storage
•Mounting and installation
•Commissioning and operation
•Maintenance and repair
•Troubleshooting
•Dismounting
•Disposal
The documentation comprises the following parts:
•This document
•Datasheet
In addition, the documentation may comprise the following parts, if applicable:
•EU-type examination certificate
•EU declaration of conformity
•Attestation of conformity
•Certificates
•Control drawings
•Instruction manual
•Functional safety manual
•Other documents
1.2 Target Group, Personnel
Responsibility for planning, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and dismount-
ing lies with the plant operator.
Only appropriately trained and qualified personnel may carry out mounting, installation, com-
missioning, operation, maintenance, and dismounting of the product. The personnel must have
read and understood the instruction manual and the further documentation.
Prior to using the product make yourself familiar with it. Read the document carefully.
Note
For full information on the product, refer to the further documentation on the Internet at
www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
Note
For specific device information such as the year of construction, scan the QR code
on the device. As an alternative, enter the serial number in the serial number search
at www.pepperl-fuchs.com.

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1.3 Symbols Used
This document contains symbols for the identification of warning messages and of informative
messages.
Warning Messages
You will find warning messages, whenever dangers may arise from your actions. It is mandatory
that you observe these warning messages for your personal safety and in order to avoid prop-
erty damage.
Depending on the risk level, the warning messages are displayed in descending order as fol-
lows:
Informative Symbols
Action
This symbol indicates a paragraph with instructions. You are prompted to perform an action or
a sequence of actions.
Danger!
This symbol indicates an imminent danger.
Non-observance will result in personal injury or death.
Warning!
This symbol indicates a possible fault or danger.
Non-observance may cause personal injury or serious property damage.
Caution!
This symbol indicates a possible fault.
Non-observance could interrupt the device and any connected systems and plants, or result in
their complete failure.
Note
This symbol brings important information to your attention.

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1.4 Intended Use
The WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless ultrasonic sensor is used for remote monitoring of condi-
tions such as water levels, height monitoring of pallets in pallet storage locations, and for gen-
eral distance measurements. It is part of Pepperl+Fuchs' WILSEN (wireless sensor) IoT sensor
product family, which wirelessly transmits data directly to the internet.
The distance to the target object is measured at regular intervals and transmitted to the internet
via a radio interface. The measurement and transmission interval can be parameterized via a
Bluetooth interface and by using an app for mobile end devices. It is also possible to access the
device remotely via the radio interface. This allows you to query or change parameter values.
The wireless sensor also features a GPS geolocation function. Temperature and battery control
functions are used to monitor the status of the sensor.
Only use recommended original accessories.
Note
The device must not be used in hazardous areas.

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1.5 General Safety Information
Responsibility for planning, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance,
and dismounting lies with the plant operator.
Installation and commissioning of all devices may be performed only by trained and qualified
personnel.
It is dangerous for the user to make changes and/or repairs. Additionally, doing so voids the
warranty and excludes the manufacturer from any liability. In the event of any serious errors,
stop using the device. Secure the device against unintended operation. To have the device
repaired, return it to your local Pepperl+Fuchs representative or your sales center.
Warning!
Risk of fire due to improper use.
Damaged or faulty lithium-ion batteries are a major fire hazard. Ensure that the battery is pro-
tected from mechanical damage, short circuits, and excessive heat load during servicing and
while the wireless ultrasonic sensor is in operation. The permissible ambient temperatures from
-25 °C to +70 °C and the permissible storage temperatures from -40 °C to +85 °C must always
be observed. The device enclosure and ultrasonic sensor enclosure comply with flammability
class V-0(AO) according to IEC 60695-11-10 and therefore must not be operated in areas with
an automatic extinguishing system. Devices with damaged batteries must be removed immedi-
ately, taken out of operation, and stored safely in accordance with local fire prevention regula-
tions.
Warning!
Risk of injury if battery is faulty!
This device uses a high-energy cell for its voltage supply. This battery contains lithium and thi-
onyl chloride. If these substances are released, the appropriate protective measures must be
observed. Refer to the safety datasheet.
In case of leakage, contact with the skin or eyes may cause severe irritation and burns. Inhala-
tion of electrolyte vapors may affect the upper respiratory tract and lungs.
Note
The safety datasheet for lithium thionyl chloride batteries can be found online at www.pepperl-
fuchs.com, on the product detail page for the respective WS-UC*-F406-B41-* wireless
ultrasonic sensor under "Documents."
Caution!
Risk of unauthorized sensor access due to unprotected access data.
To use and operate the WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless ultrasonic sensor safely, access data
such as passwords and the application key must be protected. The plant operator is responsi-
ble for protecting this data; the operator must document the access data, protect it from unau-
thorized access, and keep it safe.
Note
Disposal
Electronic waste is dangerous. When disposing of the equipment, observe the current statutory
requirements in the relevant country of use and local regulations.

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1.6 Declaration of Conformity
This product was developed and manufactured in line with the applicable European standards
and directives.
The product manufacturer, Pepperl+Fuchs Group, 68307 Mannheim, Germany, has a certified
quality assurance system that conforms to ISO 9001.
Note
A declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer.
ISO9001

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2 System Description
The WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless ultrasonic sensor is used for remote monitoring of condi-
tions such as water levels, height monitoring of pallets in pallet storage locations, and for gen-
eral distance measurements. It is part of Pepperl+Fuchs' WILSEN (wireless sensor) IoT sensor
product family, which wirelessly transmits data directly to the internet.
The distance to the target object is measured at regular intervals and transmitted to the internet
via a radio interface. The measurement and transmission interval can be parameterized via a
Bluetooth interface and by using an app for mobile end devices. It is also possible to access the
device remotely via the radio interface. This allows you to query or change parameter values.
To transfer the measurement data, you must integrate the IoT sensors with LoRaWAN interface
into a LoRaWAN network. This requires additional system components such as a LoRa gate-
way and LoRa network server (LNS).
The following figure illustrates the topology of integrating a WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless
ultrasonic sensor into a LoRaWAN network.
Figure 2.1
LoRa GatewayWILSEN.sonic.distance
IoT Sensors Radio Connection Network Access Data Processing
Sensor Parametrization
LoRa Network Server (LNS) Application Server
IP Connection IP ConnectionLoRa Wireless
Bluetooth Wireless
Note
You can find more information on the LoRaWAN standard at:
https://lora-alliance.org

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3 Integration into a LoRa Network
The WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless ultrasonic sensor sends the measurement data to be
transmitted cyclically in the standardized LoRaWAN protocol via a radio interface. To do this,
the sensor must be logged into a corresponding LoRaWAN network. The sensor can join a net-
work once it has been registered with the LoRa network server.
The following figure illustrates the topology of integrating a WILSEN.sonic.distance wireless
ultrasonic sensor into a LoRaWAN network.
Figure 3.1
LoRa Wireless Connection
The measurement data collected by the sensor is transmitted to the LoRaWAN network at reg-
ular time intervals in the format of an encrypted hexadecimal value chain (payload). This pay-
load is received by one or more gateways and translated into the internet protocol (IP format).
The translated payload is transmitted from the gateway to the LoRa network server via a cable
Ethernet line or a wireless connection.
LoRa Network Server and Application Server
The LoRa network server (LNS) filters the incoming data packets, assigns them to the corre-
sponding sensors, and forwards them to an application server. The application server decrypts
the data packets and saves the sensor data they contain. The data can be retrieved and dis-
played from the application server memory at a later time by the data user's processing soft-
ware application.
LoRa GatewayWILSEN.sonic.distance
IoT Sensors Radio Connection Network Access Data Processing
Sensor Parametrization
LoRa Network Server (LNS) Application Server
IP Connection IP ConnectionLoRa Wireless
Bluetooth Wireless