Virage VB-001 FW User guide

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Installation and Setup
Manual
Model VB-001 FW v3.2

Before you install, some things to check:
1. This device receives 433 MHz radio signals. As with
all such receivers, performance may be limited by:
- Proximity to metal objects, including ductwork,
metal framing, or metal posts and beams in walls
- Other sources of radio frequency emissions including
televisions, microwave ovens, computer equipment
or other devices
2. Depending on the radio transparency of the building,
two or more VirageBridges may be required to ensure
consistent reception of signals.
3. The VirageBridge requires a 5V 1A power supply.
Ensure the power supply you are using can consistently
meet these specifications (if you are not using a Virage
power supply).
Risk of electric shock or fire if installed improperly.
If you are unsure how to safely install this device
please consult a licensed electrician.
WARNING - ATTENTION
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Get to know your new bridge
LED
State
Meaning
Power
Green
Power is On
RF Received
Red
RF Signal Received
WiFi Connection
Flashing Blue
No WiFi Connection
Solid Blue
Connecting to WiFi
Off
Connected to WiFi (or no power)
virage
Micro USB Power
Connector
WiFi ConnectionRF Received
Power LED
(under logo)
Reset Button
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Installation
1. Identify a suitable location to install your VirageBridge
within the space you are covering, at an approximately
equal distance from installed sensors.
2. The installation location should have as few obstacles as
possible (e.g. walls) between it and any installed sensors.
Remember that there may be metal ducts or wiring in
the walls that could interfere with the signal.
3. Where possible do not install your VirageBridge near
appliances or other large electrical/electronic devices to
avoid potential radio interference.
4. Depending on the physical characteristics of your space,
it may be necessary to use multiple VirageBridges to
ensure reliable and consistent coverage.
5. The VirageBridge uses standard USB power (5V 1A). A
power supply and cord are included, however you may also
use powered USB electrical outlets, USB hubs, computers
or other devices provided they can supply the required
current and do not create radio interference.
6. Once you have identified a suitable location for your
VirageBridge, plug the power supply into a 120V electrical
outlet and connect the VirageBridge using the provided
cable. You should see the green Power LED light, and the
blue WiFi LED begin flashing on the VirageBridge.
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Installation Continued
7. On your smart phone or computer, open the WiFi
connection list. You should see a connection called
VirageBridge_XXXXXXXX (the Xs are the unique ID of
your device). Connect to this access point. If you
receive a warning that the connection has no internet
access, please ignore it as this is normal.
9. Once you have connected to the VirageBridge access
point, your web browser should automatically open the
device configuration page. If this does not happen, please
navigate to http://192.168.4.1 (not https://).
You will be prompted to enter a username and
password. The default is:
username: admin
password: admin
It is recommended you change the password during the
configuration process.
10. You should now see the Network Settings page for your
Bridge. Click Scan for wifi networks to see available
WiFi connections and select the WiFi connection you
normally use. Enter the corresponding WiFi password in
the space provided (check the box to use plain text entry).
11. Change the Web Admin password (check the box to
enable plain text entry).
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Installation Continued
12. If you will be using a hub to control your VirageBridge,
ensure that the Hub Address is correct and that the Hub
Support and mDNS checkboxes are enabled.
13. If you are using a Domoticz hub, set up the VirageBridge
in Domoticz, obtain the Idx, and enter it in the space
provided in the VirageBridge configuration page.
14. Give your VirageBridge a unique Device Name.
15. Click Save. The VirageBridge will restart and connect to
your WiFi network. The WiFi Connection LED on the
VirageBridge will light solid blue and then go off when
it is ready to use.
16. The built-in web page of your VirageBridge should now
be accessible at: http://device_name.local (spaces in the
Device Name are replaced with underscores ( _ ) and
capital letters changed to lower case).
17. If using a hub other than Domoticz, set it up to connect
to the VirageBridge using MQTT (your hub provider
should offer instructions, or refer to the Virage website).
18. You can modify the MQTT settings on your VirageBridge
from the Configuration menu on the web interface.
The default MQTT username and password are:
username: mqttuser
password: mqttpass
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Using your VirageBridge
The VirageBridge must be used along with a home
automation hub (such as Home Assistant, Domoticz or
OpenHAB), as well as 433.92 MHz radio-frequency devices
such as door contacts or motion sensors.
The VirageBridge actively listens for 433.92 MHz radio
frequency signals sent from the devices mentioned above.
These signals are then transformed into packets of data and
sent to your home automation hub for processing.
There is nothing to control on the VirageBridge itself. Once
it is set up to connect to your home automation hub, it
simply requires a consistent power supply to do it’s job.
For instructions on how to set up radio-frequency devices
in your home automation hub, follow the instructions
provided by the makers of your hub or refer to the Virage
website.
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Troubleshooting
Issue
Solution
No power
Ensure the power supply you are using is functional and
able to provide at least 1A of current at 5V. Note that USB
outlets on televisions, routers and other devices are not
intended to act as power sources and may not provide
adequate current.
WiFi Connection LED
continues to flash after
configuration
Reconnect to the device access point (Step 7), repeat
steps 8 through 15 and ensure the WiFi connection (SSId)
and password are correct. Note that if the Device Name
has been configured, the name of the WiFi connection will
change to device_name.
Device is connected to
WiFi, but
http://device_name.local
URL is not accessible
Check that multicast, mDNS or similar options are enabled
on your network. Not all routers and/or access points
support LAN name resolution. You can look in the DHCP
table on your router to identify the IP address assigned to
your device and connect to it at http://ip_address (e.g.
http://192.168.1.123) if name resolution fails.
Lost web admin
password
Perform a factory reset: Push and hold the reset button
for approximately 30 seconds, release it, then press and
hold it again for 30 seconds. You should see the blue
WiFi connection light flash briefly when the rest is
complete. Repeat steps 7 - 15.
Lost Network Name, or
to erase configuration
and start over
Perform a factory reset as detailed above.
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Specifications
Model: VB-001 FW 3.2
Rated Power: 5V DC 1A
Wireless Compatibility: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Wireless Frequency: 2.4 Ghz
FCC ID: 2APNSRFBRIDGE
Country of Origin: Hardware manufactured in China,
Firmware designed in Canada based on
open-source code.
Firmware License: The firmware on this product is licensed
under GPL v3.0. See device Info page for
full details. The source code may be
downloaded free of charge from:
https://www.viragelabs.com/source-code
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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.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference
caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment.
Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
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 or more
of the following measures:
·Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
·Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
·Connect the equipment to 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.
To maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this
device should be installed and operated with a minimum separation
distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the equipment and a person's
body.
FCC Compliance Statement
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