Rae Mesh Router User manual

Rev. B
December 2012
P/N F04-4002-000
Mesh Router
User’s Guide

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© Copyright 2012 RAE Systems, Inc.

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Contents
1Warnings.................................................................................. 5
1.1 Operation Area and Conditions ................................. 7
1.1.1 Hazardous Areas classified by Zones ................. 7
1.1.2 Hazardous Areas classified by Divisions............ 7
1.2 Instruction For Safe Use ............................................ 7
1.3 Use In Hazardous Areas............................................. 7
2Standard Kit............................................................................. 8
3General Information................................................................. 8
4Physical Description .............................................................. 10
4.1 LCD Display (Monitoring) ...................................... 11
5Specifications......................................................................... 12
6Operation................................................................................ 13
6.1 Turning The Mesh Router On.................................. 13
6.2 Turning The Mesh Router Off................................. 15
6.3 Battery Charge Indicator.......................................... 15
7Button Functions.................................................................... 16
7.1 Backlight.................................................................. 16
8Deploying Mesh Routers ....................................................... 17
8.1 With FMC 2000 Controller...................................... 17
8.2 With Portable Monitors............................................ 18
9Programming The Mesh Router............................................. 19
9.1.1 LCD Contrast.................................................... 21
9.1.2 Serial Number................................................... 22
9.1.3 Firmware Version ............................................. 22
9.1.4 Factory Reset .................................................... 23
9.1.5 Edit Password.................................................... 24
9.1.6 Exit.................................................................... 25
9.2 Wireless.................................................................... 25
9.2.1 Ping Net ............................................................ 26
9.2.2 PAN ID Setup................................................... 27
9.2.3 Join Net............................................................. 28
9.2.4 Channel Setup................................................... 29
9.2.5 Exit.................................................................... 31
10 “Panic” Function............................................................. 32
10.1 Enabling/Disabling The “Panic Button” Function... 32

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10.2 Using The “Panic” Function .................................... 34
10.2.1 Trigger All Relays...................................... 34
10.2.2 Trigger A Selected Relay........................... 34
10.2.3 Clear Relays............................................... 35
11 Internal Battery Replacement ......................................... 36
11.1 Proper Battery Disposal........................................... 37
12 Troubleshooting.............................................................. 38
13 Mesh Router Alarm Signal Summary............................. 40
14 Appendix A: Mesh Router Installation........................... 41
14.1 Magnet-Mount Installation ...................................... 41
14.2 Fixed Installation ..................................................... 42
14.3 Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation................. 45
15 Appendix B: Mesh Router External Battery
Replacement.................................................................... 46
15.1 External Battery Usage ............................................ 46
15.2 External Battery Replacement Process.................... 49

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1 WARNINGS
Read Before Operating
This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will
have the responsibility of using, maintaining, or servicing this product.
The product will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained, and
serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning:
Use only the Lithium battery or external rechargeable battery provided
by RAE Systems. This instrument has not been tested in an explosive
gas/air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21%.
Substitution of components may impair suitability for intrinsic safety.
Replace batteries only in non-hazardous locations.
STATIC HAZARD: Clean only with a damp cloth.
For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by
qualified personnel only. Read and understand instruction manual
completely before operating or servicing. Any rapid up-scale reading
followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a gas
concentration beyond upper scale limit, which may be hazardous.

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Marking
The Mesh Router is certified according to the IECEx scheme, ATEX and
CSA for US and Canada as protected by intrinsic safety.
The product is marked with the following information:
RAE SYSTEMS
3775 N. 1st. St., San Jose
CA 95134, USA
FMC-400
Serial No/barcode: XXX-XXXX-000
IECEx TSA
10.0016X
Ex ia IIC T4
Ex ia I
0575
IM1/II 1G
Ex ia IIC T4
Ex ia I
DNV 10 ATEX 83388X
Class I, Gr. A,B,C,D
T4
Intrinsically Safe
-40º C ≤Tamb ≤50º C
Warnings:
Use only RAE 500-0111-000 for internal battery. Do not replace
internal battery in hazardous locations.
Ui: 3.6V; Ci: 78µF; Li/Ri: 3.5µH/ohm
Understand User’s Manual before operating or servicing.
Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres,
disconnect power before servicing.
Applied Standards
IECEx
ATEX
North America
IEC 60079-
0:2004
EN 60079-0:2006
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 0-M91
IEC 60079-
11:2006
EN 60079-
11:2007
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 157-92
C22.2 No. 142-M1987
UL 913
UL916

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1.1 Operation Area and Conditions
1.1.1 Hazardous Areas classified by Zones
Mesh Router is intended to be used in hazardous areas or mines
susceptible to firedamp classified zone 0, zone 1 or zone 2, within
the temperature range of -40º C to +50º C, where gases of
explosion groups IIA, IIB or IIC and T4 may be present.
1.1.2 Hazardous Areas classified by Divisions
Mesh Router is intended to be used in hazardous areas classified
for Class I Div. 1 or 2, within the temperature range of
-40º C to +50º C, where gases of explosion groups A, B, C or D
and temperature class T4 may be present.
1.2 Instruction For Safe Use
Strictly follow the instructions for safe use. Application of the
Mesh Router requires full understanding and strict observation of
the instructions.
1.3 Use In Hazardous Areas
Equipment which is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and
which has been assessed and certified according to international
regulations may be used only under specified conditions. The
components may not be modified in any way.
The appropriate regulations for service and repair must be properly
observed during such activities.

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2 Standard Kit
Router with antenna
Maintenance tool
User’s Guide
3 General Information
The Mesh Router is a dedicated router for relaying the wireless signals in
a Mesh network and does not include a toxic gas sensor. The Mesh
Router enables a flexible, robust wireless network that provides reliable,
low-cost operation. It also works in a ProRAE Guardian network with a
PC, and it supports point-to-point and point-to-multi-point networks.
MeshGuard
network with
ProRAE Guardian
running on a
PC controller
MeshGuard network with an
FMC-2000 controller
Portable monitors in a
network with an
EchoView Host (Mesh
Routers with 869MHz
or 900MHz radios only;
2.4GHz is not supported
in systems with
portable monitors)

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2.1 Key Features
Up to 45 days continuous operation using external battery box
IEEE 802.15.4 Mesh network functionality with 64-bit encryption
Mesh network with auto network forming and configuration
Operating distance: up to 300 m, line of sight
Very low-cost installation −no hardwiring involved
Large area coverage with multi-hop mesh network
Field-replaceable battery
Loud audio alarm, 90dB @ 30cm (12″)
Easy-to-read continuous display of signal strength
Bright red flashing alarm
Highly resistant to RFI interference
IP-65 rated for outdoor use in harsh environments

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4 Physical Description
1
LED alarm
2
LCD (with backlighting)
3
Buzzer alarm
4
Battery cover (on bottom)
5
Y/+, MODE, and N/- keys
6
Antenna
1
2
3
6
4
5