Vertiv WSN Gateway User guide

Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN)
Installer/User Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Safety Messages 1
2 Overview 3
2.1 Introduction 3
3 List of Components 5
3.1 Receiving and Handling 6
4 System Requirements 7
4.1 Preparing the PC or Laptop 7
5 Hardware Installation 9
5.1 Overview 9
5.2 Equipment Installation and Recommendations 13
5.3 Gateway Installation 13
5.3.1 Location 13
5.3.2 Gateway Physical Description 13
5.3.3 Gateway Mounting Considerations 14
5.3.4 Mounting the Gateway 14
5.3.5 Application 15
5.4 Electrical Grounding 15
5.5 Connecting and Powering the Gateway 15
5.5.1 Using the Auxiliary Power Cable 15
5.6 Ethernet Connections 15
5.7 Configuring the Gateway 16
5.8 Orienting the Antenna 16
5.9 Resetting to Factory Defaults 17
6 Sensor 19
6.1 Sensor Features 19
6.2 Location in Data Centers 20
6.3 Sensor Mounting Considerations 21
6.4 Sensor Mounting Bracket Kit 21
6.5 Sensor with Expansion Battery Pack and Mounting Bracket Kit 22
6.6 Sensor Startup 23
6.7 Sensor Power Down 24
6.8 Sensor Characteristics 24
6.8.1 Sensor Default Configuration 24
6.8.2 Sensor Restart (Cold Start) 24
6.8.3 Low Battery Voltage 25
6.9 FLEXio Interface 25
6.9.1 FLEXio Pin-Out 25
6.9.2 FLEXio User Programmable Modes 26
7 Software Setup 27
7.1 Accessing the Software 27
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7.1.1 Resetting the Time and Date 27
7.1.2 Reconfiguring a Port 28
7.2 Adding Sensors to the Network 29
7.2.1 Using the Gateway in Conjunction with a Building Management System 29
7.2.2 Updating the Gateway Firmware 30
8 Product Specifications 33
9 Product Certification and Regulatory Statements 35
9.1 FCC 35
9.2 IC 36
9.3 RF Exposure Warning 36
9.4 RSS Gen 8.4 36
10 Labels and Markings 39
Appendices 41
Appendix A: Technical Support and Contacts 41
Appendix B: FOSS Compliance 43
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1 SAFETY MESSAGES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety instructions. Follow all of these instructions during installation and maintenance of the
Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN). Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate this unit.
Only properly trained and qualified personnel should move, install, or service this equipment.
Adhere to all warnings, cautions, installation, operating, and safety instructions on the unit and within this manual. Follow all
operating and user instructions.
WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Can cause property damage, injury, or death.
1 Safety Messages 1

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2 OVERVIEW
2.1 Introduction
The Vertiv™ Wireless Sensor Network (WSN) uses a gateway and sensor nodes that use a direct sensor to gateway
communication path for environmental monitoring. Each application is different in that the final installed system
performance is dependent on a number of factors that are not within Vertiv's control.
The sensor nodes contain multiple on-board or connected sensors allowing for multiple data points to be communicated
wirelessly back to the gateway to be aggregated and displayed. Selected data is communicated out of the gateway to
connected systems using wired means. The system can be controlled or monitored with system or user configuration values.
This solution offers a join process where advanced sensor nodes can be easily and securely added to the gateway using
auto-discovery—programming cables are not required. After sensor nodes have been added securely, the network can be
locked down to prevent unknown devices from entering the network. The gateway can support connectivity and
communication with up to 300 sensor nodes on a fully populated system.
For enhanced environmental sensing capabilities, WSN-FLEX sensor nodes provide
•Temperature and humidity control
•Dual programmable digital/analog IO
•An accelerometer
•A Piezo buzzer
The sensor nodes can be powered using three methods with automatic failover between all power methods to increase up
time and availability, prioritized in the following order:
1. Standard local micro-USB power source
2. External battery pack
3. Internal batteries
When sensors are joined to the gateway, communication begins automatically and data is made available via SNMP
protocol and to an API to externally connected clients.
2 Overview 3

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3 LIST OF COMPONENTS
Components included in each order are provided below.
Quantity Description
1 Vertiv™ WSN Gateway with DIN Rail Mounting Bracket
1 110/120V AC Wall Wart with 6.6 ft. (2 m) Cable to Barrel Plug
1 2.2 dBi Dipole Antenna with RP SMA Plug
1 Cable Assembly, 2.1 mm ID X 5.5 mm OD Locking Barrell to 6.6 ft. (2 m) Wire Leads
4 Rubber Feet (For use when DIN rail bracket is removed from enclosure.)
Table 3.1 Vertiv™ WSN Gateway Components
Quantity Description
1 Vertiv WSN Flex T/H/Flex/Accelerometer/Buzzer sensor
2 AAA Energizer Ultimate Lithium Batteries
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Sensor Mounting Kit. includes:
•Sensor Hook Loop Mounting Plate (with Embedded Magnet and Rubber Feet)
•Two 4" Zip Ties
•Two Wall Mount Screws
•Two Plastic Wall Anchors
Table 3.2 Vertiv™ WSN Flex Sensor
NOTE: The Vertiv WSN Flex Sensor can also be powered locally with or without batteries using a micro-USB cable (not
included with order).
Quantity Description
1 Vertiv WSN EXBATT Extended Battery Pack (Installed between sensor and mounting kit.)
2 AA Energizer Ultimate Lithium Batteries
* Optional but recommended for control and higher polling rate applications.
Table 3.3 Vertiv™ WSN Extended Battery Pack*
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3.1 Receiving and Handling
Upon receipt of the Vertiv™ WSN solution components:
•Verify that the labeled equipment matches the bill of lading.
•Inspect all items for visible and concealed damage. If damage is noted:
•Report damage immediately to the carrier.
•Send a copy of the filed damage claim to Vertiv or your sales representative.
IMPORTANT! Optional items may be shipped separately or loose. These items will be indicated on the packing list.
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