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Honeywell Mesh Router User Manual

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  • Page 1 Honeywell Mesh Router™ Wireless Range Extender and Deployment Tool...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    General Information Key Features Physical Description LCD Display (Monitoring) Specifications Operation Turning the Mesh Router On Turning the Mesh Router Host Off Battery Indicator Button Functions Backlight Deploying Mesh Routers With TPPLW Controller With Portable Monitors Programming the Mesh Router...
  • Page 4 Enabling/Disabling The “Panic Button Function Using The “Panic” Function Internal Battery Replacement Troubleshooting Mesh Router Alarm Signal Summary Year Of Manufacture Appendix A: Mesh Router External Battery Replacement External Battery Usage External Battery Replacement Process Appendix B: Installation Magnet-Mount Installation Fixed Installation...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Register your product online by visiting: https://sps.honeywell.com By registering your product, you can: Receive notification of product upgrades or enhancements Be alerted to training classes in your area Take advantage of special offers and promotions © 2022 Honeywell International. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 7 WARNING! Use only the Lithium battery or external rechargeable battery provided by Honeywell. 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.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 (2) l'utilisateur del'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage estsusceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 10 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. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 12: Standard Contents

    CHAPTER Standard Contents Standard Package includes: Router Antenna Maintenance/battery replacement tool User’s Manual Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 13 Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 14: General Information

    CHAPTER 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 Safety Suite network with a PC, and it supports point-to-point and point-to-multi-point networks.
  • Page 15 Mesh Routers with 869MHz or 900MHz LoRa radios only. MultiRAE and/or MeshGuard gas detectors connect to Central Hub network. Mesh Router will extend the communication distance. MultiRAE and/or MeshGuard gas detectors connect to EchoView Host network. Mesh Router will extend the communication distance.

  • Page 16: Key Features

    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 Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 18: Physical Description

    CHAPTER Physical Description The Mesh Router is available in a metal enclosure or a plastic enclosure. Functionality is identical, regardless of the enclosure. LED alarm LCD (with backlighting) Buzzer alarm Battery cover (on bottom) Y/+, MODE, and N/- keys Antenna...

  • Page 19: Lcd Display (Monitoring)

    Pan ID Channel EUI (Extended Unique Identifier) Battery strength indicator (percentage) Signal strength indicator (percentage) Signal strength indicator icon Signal strength indicator icon for LoRa Note:When you press [MODE], Online/Offline status is replaced by signal strength: Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    FCC Part15 CE EN 300328 Wireless Approval For UAE In Middle East (TRA REGISTERED No: ER36063/14 DEALER No: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE EAST - LTD - DUBAI BR RF Certifications TRA REGISTERED No: ER36635/15 DEALER No: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE EAST - LTD -...
  • Page 22 None necessary No effect when exposed to 0.43mW/cm RF interference (5-watt EM Immunity transmitter at 12") Up to 300 meters/1,000 feet to Mesh Router, or up to 1km/0.6 Operating Range miles User Interface Three keys  (Y/+, MODE, N/-) Power Supply D-size Lithium replaceable battery, +3.6V...

  • Page 23: Operation

    CHAPTER Operation The Mesh Router only operates in RTR mode. Therefore, when it is turned on, it is always operational. Whenever you start Mesh Router, it tries to rejoin the last network it was part of. Therefore, if the network is within range and if the channel and Pan ID have not changed, the Mesh Router should be able to rejoin the network without action on your part.
  • Page 24 Pan ID, EUI (Extended Unique Identifier), channel number, and battery charge (percentage): If the Mesh Router is unable to find a radio network to connect with, it searches, but if it is unsuccessful, it displays this screen: If you see this screen, check the following:...

  • Page 25: Turning The Mesh Router Host Off

    The Mesh Router is off when the display is blank. Battery Indicator The Mesh Router’s internal battery is designed to provide power for up to 10 days. When the battery gets low, the Mesh Router beeps once per minute and the battery icon is empty.

  • Page 27: Button Functions

    CHAPTER Button Functions The three buttons provide fast access to functions in the Mesh Router. Press [MODE] to view signal strength. Press [Y/+] to initialize connection with the network. Press [N/-] to ping the network. Backlight Whenever you press the [Y/+], [MODE], or [N/-] key while viewing the data, the backlight turns on for two seconds and then shuts off.

  • Page 29: Deploying Mesh Routers

    Mesh Router or Mesh Router in RTR mode is needed to relay the signal from this new location. 1. Follow this procedure until all Mesh Router or Mesh Router LEL detectors in the network are deployed. Check communication reliability for all detectors and routers at the TPPLW.

  • Page 30: With Portable Monitors

    PAN ID and Channel. Then follow this setup order: Turn on the Mesh Routers. Turn on the EchoView Host. Turn on the monitors. If any of the units do not automatically join the network, check their network settings and perform a Join Network. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 31: Programming The Mesh Router

    CHAPTER Programming the Mesh Router Programming Mode is accessed by first providing the correct password. Press and hold [MODE] and [N/-] until you see this screen: Input the 4-digit password: Increase the number from 0 through 9 by pressing [Y/+].
  • Page 32 After a few seconds, the Mesh Router exits to its main screen. When you have successfully entered Programming Mode, you see this screen: Note:If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds, the Mesh Router automatically exits to the main screen.
  • Page 33 Note:The scrolling “wraps,” so once you reach the first or last item, it starts scrolling through the items again. Six choices (including Exit) are available: LCD Contrast Serial Number (read-only) Firmware Version (read-only) Factory Reset Edit Password Exit Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 34: Lcd Contrast

    [MODE]. Change a digit’s value by pressing [Y/+] to increase and [N/-] to decrease. After the third digit, you see a flashing “?” Save your changes by pressing [Y/+]. Exit without saving changes by pressing [N/-]. Step back to the first digit by pressing [MODE]. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 35: Serial Number

    Serial Number This shows the Serial Number of the Mesh Router. To view it, press [MODE] when “Serial Number” is highlighted (dark circle): The serial number is shown in the display: 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.

  • Page 36: Firmware Version

    Factory Reset You can perform a factory reset to the instrument’s original settings. To access it, press [MODE] when its name is highlighted (dark circle): You are asked whether you want to perform the factory reset: Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 37 To perform the reset, press [Y/+]. To exit without performing the reset, press [N/-]. While the Mesh Router 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 38: Edit Password

    Once all the four digits have been entered, press [MODE] again to see the following screen appear. Save your changes by pressing [Y/+]. Exit without saving changes by pressing [N/-]. Step back to the first digit by pressing [MODE]. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 39: Exit

    Saving the password takes a moment, and a screen indicates that it has been successfully saved: Exit Scroll until “Exit” is selected. Press [MODE] to return to the Programming Menu. Note:If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds, it automatically exits to the menu. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 40: Wireless

    The scrolling “wraps,” so once you reach the first or last item of either screen, it starts scrolling through the items in the other screen again. Five choices (including Exit) are available: Ping Net PANID Setup Join Net Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 41 You can also ping from an instrument in the network. If it is within range, the Mesh Router responds with a beep and an LED light flash.
  • Page 42 The screen shows the PAN ID, with the cursor blinking on the first digit. Step through the digits from left to right by pressing [MODE]. Change a digit’s value by pressing [Y/+] to increase and [N/-] to decrease. After the third digit, you see a flashing “?” Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 43 The screen now displays a message asking if you want to confirm your choice to join a network: Press [Y/+] to join a network and automatically find the best channel to operate on. Press [N/-] to exit without joining a network. While the instrument starts joining a network, this message appears: Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 44 900 MHz (for use with portable monitors and EchoView Host): Channels 1 through 10 2.4GHz (for use with Mesh Router detectors): Channels 11 through 26 Note:You can use “Form Net” to automatically have the Mesh Router select the least-congested channel. Scroll until “Channel Setup” is selected. Mesh Router...
  • Page 45 [Y/+] to increase and [N/-] to decrease. When you press [MODE] you see a flashing “?” after the second digit: Save your changes by pressing [Y/+]. Exit without saving changes by pressing [N/-]. Step back to the first digit by pressing [MODE]. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 46 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 Mesh Router returns to the Wireless menu.

  • Page 47: Panic" Function

    CHAPTER “Panic” Function The Mesh Router has a “Panic” function, where you can manually trigger the relays at the main TPPLW controller in the network. This must be configured in the Mesh Router in advance. This function allows you to trigger any individual relay or all relays simultaneously.
  • Page 48 Press [Y/+] to save it  or [N/-] to cancel any change. The change is registered, and you see the “success” screen: or  After a few seconds, it returns to the menu screen with “Operating Mode” selected. Press [N/-] to advance to the screen with “Exit” highlighted. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 49: Using The "Panic" Function

    The “Panic” function is designed so that it is very difficult to invoke by accident. Start from the normal operating mode screen: From the normal operating mode screen, press and hold all three buttons until you see this screen: Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 50 Note:The relay on the TPPLW controller remains triggered until it is cleared, either at the TPPLW or at the Mesh Router. Also, the word “ONLINE” on the Mesh Router flashes on and off until you clear the relays.
  • Page 51 After clearing the relays, you can exit by using [N/-] to scroll down to “Exit.” Then press [MODE]. The main screen is shown: When the relays are cleared, the word “ONLINE” no longer flashes on and off, and returns to its normal state. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 53: Internal Battery Replacement

    Use the 3-pin end of the tool to unscrew and open the battery cover (located on the bottom of the instrument) by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the battery and dispose of it properly. Do not place it in general waste. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 54 Insert the new battery with its positive (“+”) pole towards the inside of the instrument. Replace the battery cover by turning it clockwise with the 3-pin end of the tool. Note:After changing the battery, wait at least 60 seconds before turning the Mesh Router on. WARNING! Only change internal battery in non-hazardous locations and use the battery Honeywell provides (P/N: 500-0111-000), EVE ER34615 or XENO XL-205F).

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Make sure the selected networks No Antenna Icon match. The controller or reader’s network has changed. Move the Mesh Router close to a working controller or reader and The Mesh Router is out of its Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 56 RF range. Press [Y/+] Replace battery Battery is low Turn Mesh Router off and on again. Others Consult Honeywell Customer Service. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 57: Mesh Router Alarm Signal Summary

    CHAPTER Mesh Router Alarm Signal Summary Buzzer & Alarm Mode When 1 beep per Battery Low < 3.2V (“empty” battery icon) minute Battery 1 beep per < 3.1V Exhausted second Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 59: 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. Letter Year 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 61: Appendix A: Mesh Router External Battery Replacement

    CHAPTER Appendix A: Mesh Router External Battery Replacement Warning: Only remove the external battery adapter in non-hazardous locations. Note:For clarity, Mesh Router’s optional stainless-steel enclosure is not shown. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 62: External Battery Usage

    External Battery Usage An external battery unit, the Honeywell PowerPak, is used to power a Mesh Router in fixed installations or in situations where extended battery life is necessary. The connector from the external battery screws into the Mesh Router’s battery compartment.  Bottom views of the Mesh Router in its steel enclosure are shown in the procedure below.
  • Page 63 Consult the Honeywell PowerPak User’s Guide for further connection and charging information. The Mesh Router is permanently mounted to a solid surface by first securing it in its steel enclosure (a screw through the back mates with the Mesh Router) and then securing the enclosure to a solid surface such as a wall or the metal mounting plate that holds both the Mesh Router and the Honeywell PowerPak.

  • Page 64: External Battery Replacement Process

    External battery replacement Unplug the battery connector. Loosen the safety screw holding the battery. Mount a new battery on the mounting bracket. Tighten the safety screw. Connect the Mesh Router to the battery. Switch on the Mesh Router. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 65: Appendix B: Installation

    CHAPTER Appendix B: Installation Two methods for mounting Mesh Router make it easy to install. The first method uses a magnet that screws onto the rear of the Mesh Router, making ideal for moving from one location to another. The second method, for plastic-housing models, uses a specially designed stainless- steel enclosure that is permanently mounted.

  • Page 66: Fixed Installation

    Loosely assemble the clamp parts around the pole. Note that the screws have nuts that fit into the clamp parts. The clamp parts are designed to hole the nut so that you do not need to use a wrench. Hand-tighten the parts until snug. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 67 Tighten the hex screws from the front of the enclosure: Once the clamp parts and the enclosure are securely held against the pole, stop tightening. Note: The pole must be between 25mm (1″) and 63mm (2.5″) in diameter. Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 68 Note:The sensor cover on the bottom of the enclosure can be removed so that the filter and sensor can be inspected without removing the Mesh Router from the enclosure. Simply pull off the cover and follow the maintenance procedures in this guide.

  • Page 69: Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation

    This approach provides the protection of the enclosure with the ease of installation afforded by the magnetic mounting. Insert screw through magnetic disc. Place the magnetic disc over the bottom hole on the rear of the enclosure. Tighten the screw until the disc is snug. Mesh Router User Manual...

  • Page 70: Contact Us

    Contact Us Corporate Headquarters RAE Systems by Honeywell 700 Mint St. Charlotte, NC 28202, USA Phone : +1 888 749 8878 rae-callcenter@honeywell.com Worldwide Sales Offices USA/Canada 1.877.723.2878 Europe +800.333.222.44/+41.44.943.4380 Middle East +971.4.450.5852 China +86.10.5885.8788-3000 Asia Pacific +852.2669.0828 Mesh Router User Manual...
  • Page 71 Rev F Monday, August 15, 2022 User Manual P/N: F04-4002-000 Mesh Router User Manual...

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