Simons Voss Technologies WaveNet Radio Network 3065 User manual

WaveNet Radio Network 3065
Published January 2007

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1.0 Important Information...................................................................4
2.0 Introduction ...................................................................................5
3.0 Transmission media......................................................................5
4.0 Usable radio wavelengths............................................................6
5.0 What are the factors to be aware of? ..........................................6
6.0 Secure message transmission.....................................................7
7.0 WaveNet System 3065 Network components.............................7
7.1 Computers .............................................................................................8
7.2 Router Nodes (general) ........................................................................8
7.3 Router Nodes (special versions).........................................................9
7.4 Lock Nodes..........................................................................................11
8.0 Network structure........................................................................13
9.0 Security........................................................................................15
9.1 Secure communication between the WaveNet network nodes .....15
9.2 Automatic testing of individual system components.....................15
9.3 Alarms..................................................................................................15
10.0 Battery warning...........................................................................15
9.1. Changing the Lock Node batteries....................................................15

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11.0 Installing WaveNet Lock Nodes.................................................16
12.0 Technical specifications.............................................................16
12.1 WaveNet power supply.......................................................................16
12.2 WaveNet Central Node RS232 connection cable.............................16
12.3 WaveNet Central Node with integrated RS485 port ........................17
12.4 WaveNet Central Node with 915 MHz radio module........................17
12.5 WaveNet Router Node as RS 485 Repeater......................................18
12.6 WaveNet Router Node as 915 MHz Repeater...................................19
12.7 WaveNet Router Node with RS 485 / 915 MHz Converter...............19
12.8 WaveNet Router Node with 915 MHz / RS-485 Converter...............20
12.9 WaveNet Lock Node............................................................................20
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1.0 Important Information
Safety remark:
Caution! – Incorrect handling of the batteries and storage batteries used in
this product can result in the risk of fire or burns. Do not charge, open or
burn these batteries or heat them to more than 100 °C (212 °F).
Installation of a SimonsVoss RF Lock requires knowledge in the areas of door
mechanics, door certifications, installation of electronics and the use of the
SimonsVoss software. For this reason, only trained and authorized personnel should
install the unit.
Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning (Part 15.21)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Interference Statement (Part 15.105 (b))
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Industry Canada Statement per Section 4.0 of RSP-100
The term "IC:" before the certification / registration number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Section 7.1.5 of RSS-GEN
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
SimonsVoss Technologies Inc. will not accept any liability for damages caused by
incorrect installation.

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2.0 Introduction
In this document, the components of the System 3060 (RF Locks, Smart Relays,
block locks) are commonly referred to as locks or doors. Unless stated otherwise, the
descriptions also apply to all the other components of the System 3060.
For customers with only a few doors and a building which is not too large, the best
way to program the System 3060 is with a laptop and a SmartCD programming tool,
especially if the configuration of the locks seldom needs to be changed.
With medium to large facilities in which lost keys, new transponder allocations and
organizational changes are more frequent, it makes sense to manage and maintain
the locking system by means of a network. Even in this case not all the doors need to
be networked and the system can also be configured for mixed operation with some
doors connected to the network and some off-line.
In a networked system, all of the maintenance and programming functions can be
conducted from a host computer, where it is also possible to obtain an overview of the
current status of the entire network. For example, locks and door status can be
requested centrally. Transactions such as door open, door closed, door locked,
battery warning, access list, break-in alarm can be tracked and acted on. This
enables you to respond to events directly from the central control room.
WaveNet is an easily installable ‘Plug-and-Play’ network for use in building
automation. Because it is wireless, it is especially suitable for the online management
and control of the SimonsVoss 3060 digital locking and organization system. It can be
used in new and existing buildings..
The transmission of data within a WaveNet network is largely independent of the
transmission medium. For instance, data can be transmitted via RS232 interfaces,
RS485 ports, TCP/IP, or by radio (915 MHz).
3.0 Transmission media
WaveNet supports the following media for the transmission of data inside the system:
•Internet and Intranet via TCP/IP for transmitting data between different
computers within a network.
•RS232, for data transmission between a computer and the WaveNet Central
Node (cable length maximum 50 ft.).
•RS485 bus wiring for connecting individual WaveNet Routers functioning as
network backbones (cable type CAT5, shielded, cable length maximum
2,000 ft.).
•915 MHz radio (radio range approx. 150 ft. depending on building structure).
•B-field 25 kHz (radio range approx. 18 inches), for transmitting data between
the WaveNet Lock Node and a SimonsVoss RF lock (cylindrical, mortise,
SmartRelay, and furniture locks).

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4.0 Usable radio wavelengths
Under the provisions of the United States Communications Act of 1934, as revised,
authority for managing the use within the United States of the radio frequency
spectrum is partitioned between the NTIA and the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). Therefore, to establish which radio services will be allowed to
operate in the United States in a given frequency band requires that radio frequency
spectrum management policies by established by both the NIA and the FCC. These
bodies have declared the radio spectrum at 915 MHz ±13 MHz (902MHz to 928MHz)
is designated for industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) applications. ISM equipment
operating in these bands includes wireless phones, line-of-site radio devices, and
various office communications products.
The WaveNet network operates on a single frequency but that frequency may be
adjusted with in the allowed 26 MHz band at the factory if needed to accommodate
specific interference issues at a site.
5.0 What are the factors to be aware of?
Regardless of the method, radio transmission is subject to a range of outside factors
which can impede it or interfere with it. Equipment characteristics can also influence
the range.
Upon what is the range dependent?
•Transmission output power
•Antennas
•Sensitivity of receiver
•Environment (air humidity, temperature)
•Position of installation
Technical implementation
Transmission
Encodin
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Decodin
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EvaluationData
Transmitter
Receiver

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•Frequency
•Structural surroundings (walls, ceilings, gardens)
Transmission range can also be limited by obstacles. The following table provides
some guidelines:
Material Energy transmittance
Wood, plaster, plasterboard 90–100 %
Brick, particle board 65–95 %
Reinforced concrete (transmitter on metal) 10–70 %
Metal, metal mesh, aluminum cladding, in-floor heating 0–10 %
6.0 Secure message transmission
The transmission security of a message by radio in the WaveNet depends upon:
•Radio transmission security in the sense of data management.
•Potential disturbances along the transmission route.
•Intentional interference such as manipulation or sabotage of the transmission
route.
•Intelligent methods of avoiding interference and finding alternative routes.
The speed of data transmission and message transfer can be influenced by a range
of factors, and these can also cause a certain proportion of the messages to be lost.
These factors can include:
¾High data traffic levels within the WaveNet.
¾External interference in the WaveNet radio bandwidth.
¾Power failure in segments of the WaveNet or the Central Node.
¾Transmission failure or transmission interference in an external network..
7.0 WaveNet System 3065 Network components
WaveNet network components all have two independent ports. This enables two
different network segments to be connected together through a WaveNet network
component.

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Definition: network segments are characterized on the one hand by a particular
transmission medium (i.e. RS485 cable, RS232 cable, or 915 MHz radio) and on the
other hand by a separate segment address (GID = GroupID).
The following SimonsVoss WaveNet network components are available:
7.1 Computers
Using special communication node software (CommNode), computers can be
integrated into WaveNet:
-between the user interface and RS232 port, and
-between the user interface and TCP/IP (Internet, Intranet), and
-between TCP/IP and the RS232 port.
*1 = Lock Node communicates with the allocated lock via 25 kHz (see Administration Building)
7.2 Router Nodes (general)
WaveNet Router Nodes are basically used to connect two different network segments
together; these two may use the same transmission medium (i.e. RS485 to RS485),
or different transmission media (i.e. RS485 cable to 915 MHz radio).
Furthermore, data streams arriving from the segments are filtered by the WaveNet
Router Node so that the only data passed on to the segment downstream from the
WaveNet Router Node is the data which is supposed to be processed by that
segment. The WaveNet Router Node blocks out all other data from the downstream
segment.
Administration
Building
Server with
LSM
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Building 1
Building 2
Building 3
Application: Administration of different buildings/halls
(at one location) via existing Ethernet (Intranet)
IP protocol
on existing
Ethernet
(Intranet)

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WaveNet Router Nodes are currently capable of connecting the following
transmission interfaces between the segments: RS485 CAT5 cable, RS232 cable,
915 MHz radio.
7.3 Router Nodes (special versions)
WaveNet Central Nodes are Router Nodes which enable the linking of:
-computers (RS232 port) and 915 MHz radio, and
-computers (RS232 port) and CAT5 wiring (RS485).
WaveNet Repeater Nodes are Router Nodes which link together two different
segments that use the same transmission media, thus enabling the range to be
extended. This means that if the radio transmission distance to the Lock Node
achieved by the Router Node is too small, or if a cable within the network is going to
exceed the maximum length, an extension can be created which complies with the
system specifications using the WaveNet Repeater Node.
WaveNet Router Nodes as a converter from radio.... to cable....
WaveNet Repeater Nodes are used in situations such as the following:
•If the radio range to a Lock Node is further than the range of a WaveNet
Router Node: the radio signal is sent by the WaveNet Router Node to the
WaveNet Repeater Node and from there to the Lock Node (LN).
Example of a
WaveNet network:
WN-915MHz radio
repeater

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•To extend a network with an existing RS485 segment whose cable length is
2,000 ft (CAT5) by a further segment of maximum 2,000 ft.
Backbone wiring:
A RS485 segment (backbone) is wired using a bus comprising a shielded, standard
CAT5 cable. The bus line consists of two data lines (Data+, Data-) and an earth line.
This bus line is connected to every RS485 module associated with a WaveNet Router
in the segment. The RS485 modules are connected to the bus line using a green and
orange 8-pin plug as follows.
Example of a
WaveNet network:
WN-RS485 repeater
as backbone
orange
green

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7.4 Lock Nodes
WaveNet Lock Nodes form the interface between WaveNet and the locks in the 3060
digital locking and organization system (locking cylinders and SmartRelays, for
example).
All of them have:
•A special B-field port through which they communicate with the
SimonsVoss RF locks;
•A radio port (915 MHz) for transmitting data to the WaveNet Nodes (WaveNet
Router Nodes, WaveNet Repeater Nodes and WaveNet Central Nodes).
Inside the system, a WaveNet Lock Node can only be allocated to one RF lock
(cylindrical, mortise, SmartRelay or furniture lock, for instance). The distance between
a WaveNet Lock Node and a RF lock may not exceed 18 inches.
WaveNet Lock Nodes are battery-powered and can therefore be integrated into the
SimonsVoss WaveNet with no wiring whatsoever. This makes the system ideal for
installation in an existing building.
For installation, the WaveNet Lock Node will fit into a standard single-gang electrical
box.
Lock Node with casing
Lock Node inputs / output
Every WaveNet Lock Node has one output and three inputs (for door monitoring, for
example).
The three inputs enable up to three external floating contacts to be connected.
This enables the central monitoring of devices such as door and lock contacts as well
as motion sensors, light barriers and so on – via the WaveNet network. The status of
each connected contact can be polled by the host computer at any time, and changes
to the contacts (events) can (if the Lock Node is configured accordingly) also be
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The output is used to send signals to external systems such as sensors, heaters,
lights and so on. The output is an electronic switch (open drain) which can operate
with up to 25 V and 650 mA.
A 6-pin color-coded cable is available for the optional connection of the I/Os. The
cable is plugged into the socket market ‘sensor’ on the Lock Node. For monitoring
tasks, up to three floating contacts can be connected between the green In-Common
line and one of the colored (blue, green, yellow) lines (see following diagram):
In the LDB and LSM user interfaces, an open contact has the value 0 while a closed
contact has the value 1. In the diagram above, for instance, if contact 1 is used for
monitoring a door, then when the door opens it will generate an event: ‘input 1
transition from 1 to 0’ (if contact 1 is closed when the door is closed and open when
the door is open).
Internally, the output is formed by a transistor wired as an Open Collector. The white
and black wires are available for connecting up external devices (such as buzzers).
Note: out = white; earth = black.
Wiring example:
Output, white
Earth, black
Buzzer

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8.0 Network structure
In the network structure depicted above, different users with different rights can
access a common server using the SimonsVoss WaveNet communication node
software (CommNode) and a GUI (Graphical User Interface) via the Internet/Intranet.
This server acts as a communication node and is connected to the WaveNet Central
Node via an RS232 cable.
In the example shown above, the WaveNet Central Node connected to the server
communicates via radio (915 MHz) directly with a Lock Node, which in turn
exchanges data with the digital component (locking cylinder), also by radio (25 kHz).
In this example, all of the other Lock Nodes are outside the radio range of the
WaveNet Central Node, and are therefore contacted indirectly via a WaveNet
Repeater Node.
The structure above can be set up nicely using the multi-user and client-compatible
database application known as the SimonsVoss LSM locking system management
software. However, in the example above there is only one single CommNode, and
thus only one single Central Node with a local subnetwork. In reality, almost any
number of CommNodes can be connected via the Intranet or Internet. This enables
what is known as ‘branch operation’; that means any number of branch offices with
local Central Nodes and associated subnetworks can be linked to a central office via
the Intranet/Internet.
Much easier to install (and correspondingly easier to manage) is the file-based LDB
locking system administration software from SimonsVoss, which, unlike LSM, does
not allow a direct integration of the Intranet/Internet transmission medium. Instead, a
host computer is connected directly to the Central Node of the WaveNet network.
Administration
Building
Server with
LSM
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Client PC with
SV client
licence
Building 1
Building 2
Building 3
Application: Administration of different buildings/halls
(at one location) via existing Ethernet (Intranet)

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RS232 Cable
Segment 1 LN
LN
LN
LN
LN
LN
LN
LN
Radio 915 MHz
Segment 3
Radio 915 MHz
Segment 4
Radio915
MHz
Segment 5
Radio 915 MHz
Segment 6
RS485 Cable
(Backbone)
Segment 2
There are, however, some interesting solutions which also allow ‘branch operation’
using devices such as a modem or external software (PC Anywhere, for example).
Networks are divided up into segments. A WaveNet Central Node can serve up to
253 segments, while each segment can have up to 253 WaveNet Lock Nodes /
WaveNet Router Nodes.
Note: If you are using the LSM software, the network can be divided up between
1021/62 and 253/253 (segments / Lock Nodes per segment). When planning the
system, this means you can decide whether each segment should have more
segments or more Lock Nodes.
Examples of a WaveNet network structure:
CN = WaveNet Central Node (RS232 / RS485)
RN = WaveNet Router Node (RS485 / radio 915 MHz)
RP = WaveNet Repeater Node (radio 915 MHz)
LN = WaveNet Lock Node
RP
(5/6)
CN
(1/2)
RN
(2/3)
RN
(2/5)
P
C
RN
(2/4)

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9.0 Security
Since WaveNet gathers and records critical data, it has to be reliably protected
against unauthorized access. This places the highest demands on the system with
regard to information and manipulation security.
9.1 Secure communication between the WaveNet network nodes
The radio communication across the WaveNet wireless network is protected against
tapping and data-monitoring by means of advanced cryptography.
9.2 Automatic testing of individual system components
Some facilities require that alarms generated from a break-in attempt or other alarm
condition be reported in real-time to the host computer. The WaveNet wireless
network brings this capability to the SimonsVoss system.
Important: if a door is to be fitted with a break-in alarm function, then it must be
equipped with at least one door contact which can recognize if the door is open or
closed.
All of the Lock Nodes can report to the controlling computer at configurable intervals
of time. These intervals may be variable during particular periods; for example, critical
doors may need to be monitored more frequently at night.
9.3 Alarms
Alarms are messages which require an immediate response (i.e. break-in or fire). If
the same type of alarm is sent repeatedly, it is only reported once in order to retain a
better overview and not to burden the central alarm office unnecessarily.
10.0 Battery warning
If the voltage of the battery used to supply the Lock Node drops below a certain level,
this can cause communication problems between the Lock Node and its associated
RF Lock, and also between the Lock Node and a Central or Router Node.
If this type of fault occurs, then the ‘N’ behind the affected lock in the host software
display is shown in red (communication fault). If after repeated synchronization
attempts the red N does not disappear, then you should check whether the battery
requires replacement.
9.1. Changing the Lock Node batteries
To change the batteries of a Lock Node, remove the node from its place of installation
and remove the cover on the back by removing the two Philips-head screws.
The position of each battery is clearly marked in the battery compartment. You should
only use batteries approved by SimonsVoss.

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Please watch the LED while inserting the new battery. It should flash (2 times) briefly
immediately after you have placed the first new battery into the empty battery
compartment. The node is then ready for operation (power-up reset). If the LED does
not light up, please take out the battery, short-circuit the battery contacts in the Lock
Node, then replace the battery.
11.0 Installing WaveNet Lock Nodes
The WaveNet Lock Node should be installed at the same height from the floor as the
RF Lock. Ideally it is installed in a standard electrical box with a flush cover.
The distance from the RF Lock must be kept as small as possible, although there
should be at least 1.5 inches (3 cm) between the Lock Node and a metal door frame.
The maximum distance between the WaveNet Lock Node and the RF Lock is
approximately 14 inches (35 cm).
The optimum radio signal range of Router Nodes and Lock Nodes is generally
achieved by fitting the Router Nodes so that their antennas point vertically upwards or
downwards, and the Lock Nodes are fitted such that the lettering is horizontal,
enabling you to read it normally.
12.0 Technical specifications
12.1 WaveNet power supply
Order number WN.POWER
Description Externally regulated 120V AV / 6V DC plug-in power supply for
WaveNet Central Nodes, WaveNet Repeaters & WaveNet
Routers.
12.2 WaveNet Central Node RS232 connection cable
Order number WN.CN.RS232.CABLE
Description RS232 connection cable between computer and WaveNet
Central Node
Length 6 ft (2 m)

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12.3 WaveNet Central Node with integrated RS485 port
Order number WN.CN.RS232.RS485
Description WaveNet Central Node for connecting to a computer/server.
Central Node with integrated RS485 port for backbone.
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm)
Voltage supply (for all
Routers)
6 V ... 12 V DC
Power
(for all Routers)
Min. 3 VA (250 mA at permanent load*)
* - current peak if both ends are terminated on the backbone
12.4 WaveNet Central Node with 915 MHz radio module
Order number WN.CN.RS232.RF915
Description WaveNet Central Node with 915 MHz radio interface and
external antenna
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm) or
3.9 x 2.6 x 5.1 inches (100 x 65 x 130 mm) with antenna
Voltage supply 6 V ... 12 V DC
Power Min. 3 VA (250 mA at permanent load)

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For all routers with radio modules:
Maximum transmission
output
5 dBm (3.16 mW) to antenna socket
Sensitivity -90 dBm at 19.2 kBaud
Frequency 915 MHz
Current consumption
in receive mode
12 mA at 3.3 V
12.5 WaveNet Router Node as RS 485 Repeater
Order number WN.RN.RS485.RS485
Description WaveNet Router Node as RS485 Repeater with two RS485
ports, including connection terminal for external plug-in power
supply
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm)

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12.6 WaveNet Router Node as 915 MHz Repeater
Order number WN.RN.RF915.RF915
Description WaveNet Router Node as Repeater with 868 MHz radio
module. Includes connection terminals for external plug-in
power supply and external send and receive antenna.
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm) or
3.9 x 2.6 x 5.1 inches (100 x 65 x 130 mm) with antenna
12.7 WaveNet Router Node with RS 485 / 915 MHz Converter
Order number WN.RN.RS485.RF915
Description WaveNet Router Node as a converter between the RS-485
“backbone” and a 915 MHz wireless segment to support lock
nodes or other wireless components including connection
terminals for an external plug-in power supply and an external
send and receive antenna
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm) or
3.9 x 2.6 x 5.1 inches (100 x 65 x 130 mm) with antenna

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12.8 WaveNet Router Node with 915 MHz / RS-485 Converter
Order number WN.RN.RF915.RS485
Description WaveNet Router Node as a converter between 915 MHz and
the RS485 port for using the Router Node as a backbone,
including connection terminals for an external plug-in power
supply and an external send and receive antenna
Dimensions (L*W*H) 3.9 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches (100 x 65 x 40 mm) or
3.9 x 2.6 x 5.1 inches (100 x 65 x 130 mm) with antenna
12.9 WaveNet Lock Node
Order number WN.LN.RF915
Description Battery-powered WaveNet Lock Node (node for networking
computer with digital components) with 3 inputs and 1 output
Dimensions (H x ∅) 1.46 inches x 2.1 inches (37 mm x 53 mm)
Voltage supply Two CR2/3AA batteries, lithium 3.6 V
Current consumption Radio transmission: 25 mA;
Radio reception: 15 mA;