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MBeacon
User's Guide
Rev. A
September 2015
P/N F04-4015-000

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  • Page 1 MBeacon User’s Guide Rev. A September 2015 P/N F04-4015-000...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LCD Display (Monitoring) ........11 Specifications ................. 12 Operation................13 Network Planning and Preparation ......13 Turning The MBeacon On ........14 Turning The MBeacon Off ........15 Battery Charge Indicator .......... 15 Button Functions ..............16 Backlight ..............16 Programming The MBeacon ..........
  • Page 3 MBeacon User’s Guide Troubleshooting .............. 33 MBeacon Alarm Signal Summary ........34 MBeacon Installation ............35 13.1 Magnet-Mount Installation ........35 13.2 Fixed Installation ............. 36 13.3 Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation ....39 Technical Support ............41...

  • Page 4: Warnings

    MBeacon User’s Guide 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.
  • Page 5 MBeacon User’s Guide Marking The MBeacon 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. 1 . St., San Jose...

  • Page 6: Operation Area And Conditions

    1.1.2 Hazardous Areas classified by Divisions MBeacon 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.

  • Page 7: Standard Kit

    MBeacon User’s Guide Standard Kit MBeacon with antenna Maintenance tool User’s Guide Key features  Battery-powered beacon device hasa a one-year battery run time.  Field-replaceable battery does not require a “hot work” permit.  Does not require network cabling or any type of infrastructure installation.

  • Page 8: General Information

    MBeacon User’s Guide General Information The MBeacon is a component within the ConneXt PRO wireless gas- monitoring system that regularly transmits its SSID, which is used by the system to provide location information on wireless gas monitors. The ConneXt PRO system is a permanently installed solution that allows for remote monitoring, two-way communication (on select equipment), and quick visual compliance verification.

  • Page 9: Physical Description

    MBeacon User’s Guide Physical Description LCD (with backlighting) Battery cover (on bottom) Y/+, MODE, and N/- keys Antenna...

  • Page 10: Lcd Display (Monitoring)

    MBeacon User’s Guide LCD Display (Monitoring) Instrument name Pan ID Channel Radio connectivity indicator Battery strength indicator (percentage) EUI (Extended Unique Identifier) Prompt for next screen (press [MODE] key) When you press [MODE], a second screen is shown: Transmission power (low, medium, high) Polling interval Press [MODE] to return to the main screen.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    MBeacon User’s Guide Specifications FCC Part15 RF Certifications CE R&TTE Directive 1995/5/EC Contact RAE Systems for contry-specific wireless aprovals Customized LCD (1 x 1.75″) with backlight Display Normally disabled, flashing when battery is low LED Indicators 802.15.4 Sub1GHz 10 channels...

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation The MBeacon continuously transmits its MBeacon package. The end instrument receives it and gets a RSSI from the MBeacon. RSSI is then reported to ProRAE Guardian, which calculates the instrument's location using RSSI from three MBeacons. The MBeacon does not receive signals.

  • Page 13: Turning The Mbeacon On

    MBeacon User’s Guide Turning The MBeacon On Hold down the [MODE] key and release it when the MBeacon screen lights up. The display indicates that it is now on: The MBeacon performs a self-test. The display briefly shows the firmware version: Next, it shows the firmware’s build date and time:...

  • Page 14: Turning The Mbeacon Off

    The MBeacon is off when the display is blank. Battery Charge Indicator The MBeacon’s internal battery is designed to provide power for up to a year. When the battery gets low, the MBeacon sends a notification to the real-time monitoring system, informing of its low-power status. It is recommended that the battery be changed immediately, to minimize disruption.

  • Page 15: Button Functions

    MBeacon User’s Guide Button Functions The three buttons provide fast access to functions in the MBeacon.  Press [MODE] to toggle between the two main screens.  Press [Y/+] or [N/-] to “wake” the display. Backlight Whenever you press the [Y/+], [MODE], or [N/-] key, the backlight turns on for 15 seconds and then shuts off.
  • Page 16 When you have successfully entered Programming Mode, you see this screen: Note: If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds, the MBeacon automatically exits to the main screen. Press [Y/+] or [N/-] to scroll to “Settings,” “Wireless,” or “Exit.” Then press [MODE] to select your choice.
  • Page 17 MBeacon User’s Guide Settings include some read-only information (Serial Number and Firmware Version) and some settings that you can change. Press [Y/+] to scroll up or [N/-] to scroll down. Note: The next screen contains additional options: Note: The scrolling “wraps,” so once you reach the first or last item, it starts scrolling through the items again.

  • Page 18: Lcd Contrast

     Step back to the first digit by pressing [MODE]. 8.1.2 Serial Number This shows the Serial Number of the MBeacon. To view it, press [MODE] when “Serial Number” is highlighted (dark circle): The serial number is shown in the display:...

  • Page 19: Firmware Version

    MBeacon User’s Guide Press [MODE] to return to the Settings menu. If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds, the unit automatically exits to the menu. 8.1.3 Firmware Version This shows the firmware version incorporated in the instrument. It is read-only.

  • Page 20: Edit Password

    To perform the reset, press [Y/+]. To exit without performing the reset, press [N/-]. While the MBeacon is being reset to its original factory settings, the screen shows that the activity is taking place: When the reset is complete, this screen appears: Then the unit returns to the Settings menu.

  • Page 21: Exit

    MBeacon User’s Guide Note: If you make a mistake, you can cycle through the digits by pressing [MODE] and then using [Y/+] and [N/-] to change the number in each position. Once all the four digits have been entered, press [MODE] again to see the following screen appear.

  • Page 22: Wireless

    MBeacon User’s Guide Wireless Wireless consists of editable parameters and actions to configure, form, and test a closed-loop wireless network. Under Programming Menu, select “Wireless.” Press [Y/+] to scroll up or [N/-] to scroll down through wireless sub- menus. Note: When you reach the last item and continue scrolling, a second screen appears: The scrolling “wraps,”...

  • Page 23: Pan Id Setup

    MBeacon User’s Guide 8.2.1 PAN ID Setup All units on a network must be programmed with the same PAN ID (Personal Network Identifier) to ensure communication compatibility. When you see this screen, press [MODE] to view the current PAN ID or to change it: Important! The allowed range for PAN ID numbers is 001 through 999.

  • Page 24: Channel Setup

    MBeacon User’s Guide 8.2.2 Channel Setup All units in a network must operate on a single channel. The available channels vary by the internal wireless modem’s frequency, and channel ranges are set by RAE Systems to correspond with the wireless modem frequency.
  • Page 25 Important! Remember that the range of allowed channels for instruments on a MBeacon’s network depends on the wireless modem frequency. Therefore, you may not be able to change the channel to a number outside of its assigned set of numbers. If you select an incompatible channel number, you will see this screen, and then the MBeacon returns to the Wireless menu.

  • Page 26: Txpower Setup

    MBeacon User’s Guide 8.2.3 TxPower Setup Transmission Power is the amount of power used to send beacon signals to instruments. Optimum signal strength and battery use are best balanced during installation. Note: Using more Transmission Power than necessary reduces battery life.

  • Page 27: Interval Setup

    MBeacon User’s Guide 8.2.4 Interval Setup Set the time interval at which the MBeacon sends out a signal. This can range from once per second to once per minute. transmission frequency is user-adjustable, but a rate of at least once every 30 seconds is recommended.

  • Page 28: Exit

    MBeacon User’s Guide 8.2.5 Exit To exit Wireless and return to the main Programming Menu, scroll until “Exit” is shown: With “Exit” selected, press [MODE]. The MBeacon now returns to the Programming Menu screen.

  • Page 29: Installation

    MBeacon’s ID to ProRAE Guardian. A map in ProRAE Guardian includes data that corresponds to each MBeacon’s location. The Location Engine in ProRAE Guardian uses the received signal strength and location of each MBeacon relative to the monitor to triangulate its location.

  • Page 30: Internal Battery Replacement

    MBeacon User’s Guide Internal Battery Replacement Battery compartment Maintenance tool (P/N 019-2044-000) 3-pin end Hexagonal end 1. Use the 3-pin end of the tool to unscrew and open the battery cover by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Insert the new battery with its positive (“+”) pole towards inside of the unit.

  • Page 31: Proper Battery Disposal

    MBeacon User’s Guide Note: Only Change battery in a safe location and use the battery RAE Systems provided. After changing the battery, wait at least 60 seconds before turning the MBeacon on. Battery Battery cover Warning Only change internal battery in non-hazardous locations and use the battery RAE Systems provides (P/N: 500-0111-000), EVE ER34615 or XENO XL-205F).

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    MBeacon User’s Guide Troubleshooting Failure Symptom Cause Solution Cannot turn on Battery charge too low Replace battery Battery has been Wait at least 60 changed seconds to turn on MBeacon New battery needs to Check RAE Systems be discharged before...

  • Page 33: Mbeacon Alarm Signal Summary

    MBeacon User’s Guide MBeacon Alarm Signal Summary Alarm Buzzer When Mode & LED 1 beep (“empty” battery Battery Low < 3.15V icon) minute 1 beep Battery < 2.93V Exhausted second...

  • Page 34: Mbeacon Installation

    MBeacon Installation Two methods for mounting MBeacon make it easy to install. The first method uses a magnet that screw onto the rear of the MBeacon, making ideal for moving from one location to another. The second method uses a specially designed stainless-steel enclosure that is permanently mounted.

  • Page 35: Fixed Installation

    MBeacon User’s Guide 13.2 Fixed Installation Four reinforced holes in the rear of the enclosure allow for a screw to pass through to the mounting brackets. Mounting Holes Side Front View View The enclosure can be mounted to a vertical or horizontal pole.
  • Page 36 MBeacon User’s Guide Slip the screws through the two holes that are side by side in order to mount the enclosure to a vertical pole. Otherwise slip the screws through the two vertically aligned holes to attach the enclosure to a horizontal pole.
  • Page 37 Next, place the MBeacon into the enclosure: 1. Lift up the hinged cover of the enclosure. 2. Slide the MBeacon into the enclosure from the top. 3. Close the cover of the enclosure. 4. Insert the hex screw into the cover’s locking portion, and tighten...

  • Page 38: Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation

    MBeacon User’s Guide 13.3 Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation The magnet-mount disc can be attached to the steel enclosure instead of the clamps. This approach provides the protection of the enclosure with the ease of installation afforded by the magnetic mounting.
  • Page 39 MBeacon User’s Guide Year Of Manufacture To identify the year of manufacture, refer to the serial number of the instrument. The letter in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture. For example, “M” indicates the manufacturing year is 2010.

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