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Honeywell Versatilis
Signal Scout
Release 100
Installation and User's Guide
34-VT-25-02
February 2023

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  • Page 1 Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Release 100 Installation and User's Guide 34-VT-25-02 February 2023...
  • Page 2 In no event is Honeywell liable to anyone for any direct, special, or consequential damages. The information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Best practices Chapter 3 - Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Overview Key features Illustrations and dimensions Chapter 4 - Specifications Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Unpacking the Contents Mounting Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Pre-installation Considerations Magnetic Mounting...
  • Page 4 LoRa Network (LoRaWAN) Setup Honeywell Emissions Management Solution Chapter 7 - Security Security features Physical security Chapter 8 - Maintenance Replacement of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Firmware update System logs Chapter 9 - LED States Chapter 10 - Troubleshooting Chapter 11 - Certifications...
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 - About This Guide

    Description February The initial release of the document for 2023 R100. Related documents Document Document Name Number Honeywell Versatilis Connect App User's Guide 34-VT-25-03 Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Technical 34-VT-03-02 Specification Terms and abbreviations Terms Definitions ATEX Appareils destinés à être utilisés en Atmosphères Explosives Bluetooth®...
  • Page 6 Chapter 1 - About this guide Terms Definitions IIoT Industrial Internet of Things LoRa "Long Range" Radio Communication Technique LPWA "Low Power, Wide Area" networking protocol Molecular Property Spectrometer OPEX Operational Expenditure OTAA Over The Air Activation...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - Instructions And Safety Measures

    Improper use may lead to battery fluid leakage, excessive heat, ignition, or explosion. Honeywell will not be liable for any hazard that might be caused due to negligence in handling the Signal Scout. Care should be taken to protect this Signal Scout from impact or abrasion if located in a Zone 0/Class I Div 1 environment.
  • Page 8: Best Practices

    Chapter 2 - Instructions and safety measures Best practices Table 2-1: Best Practices - DOs Ensure there is an adequate space to access the Signal Scout before selecting an installation position. The Signal Scout must be installed vertically perpendicular to the target structure (like beams, pipes, frames, etc) for overall best performance.
  • Page 9 Table 2-2: Best Practices - DON'Ts DON'Ts Do not remove the Signal Scout's enclosure without written consent from Honeywell. The Signal Scout is packaged with battery and sensitive electronics, that may be damaged without proper care. Pay attention to don’ts when the Signal Scout's enclosure is removed: Do not short-circuit.
  • Page 10: Chapter 3 - Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Overview

    Figure 3-1: Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Cross-section View Key features The key features of the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout are as follows: Table 3-1: Key Features of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Based on the latest LoRaWAN® protocol communication technology for large area coverage.
  • Page 11 Chapter 3 - Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Overview Built-in battery compartment, battery lasts for 18 months to 2 years. Quick and easy installation and commissioning (no cabling). Poison resistant, robust, and intrinsically safe. Built- in environmental compensation and self-testing for fail-safe operation.
  • Page 12: Illustrations And Dimensions

    Chapter 3 - Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Overview Illustrations and dimensions The physical dimensions of the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout are shown below: Figure 3-2: Dimensions of Signal Scout without adapter...
  • Page 13 Chapter 3 - Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Overview Figure 3-3: Dimensions of Signal Scout with Screw mount adapter Figure 3-4: Dimensions of Signal Scout with Magnetic mount adapter Figure 3-5: Dimensions of Signal Scout with Adhesive mount adapter...
  • Page 14: Chapter 4 - Specifications

    CHAPTER SPECIFICATIONS Hardware Specifications The following table provides the hardware specifications of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout: Table 4-1: Hardware Specifications of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Parameters Description LoRaWAN® Class- 863 to 928 MHz, Long Range Communication (LoRaWAN®) Class-A for supporting all the regions.
  • Page 15 Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout " on page 20. Battery Life of 18 months @6sec Sampling Rate, during ON period of 5 mins, at every 20 mins (configurable). For more information, see Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Technical Specification. Environmental Conditions The following table provides the operating conditions of Honeywell...
  • Page 16 Chapter 4 - Specifications Product Label The following figure shows the product label of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout for your reference. The label will be printed on the enclosure of the Signal Scout. Figure 4-1: Product Label of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout...
  • Page 17: Chapter 5 - Setting Up The Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout

    SETTING UP THE HONEYWELL VERSATILIS SIGNAL SCOUT Unpacking the Contents Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout comes in a molded pulp packaging of sustainable recyclable material, sealed with a tamper proof sticker. These multiple units of molded pulp packages (including Signal Scouts inside) are packed into the grids provided in the cardboard container for shipping.
  • Page 18 Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout The magnetic and adhesive mount adapters are supplied as kits along with Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout, if chosen the same while ordering. Figure 5-2: Unpacking Mounting Adapters The following table provides the contents of the Honeywell Versatilis...
  • Page 19 Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout For Signal Scout Ordered Contents in the Accessories/ Tools (To be with Package handy with users) Adapter Type Adapter is 32mm. Recommended cleaning Adhesive Honeywell Versatilis solution for the surface...
  • Page 20: Mounting Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout

    Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Mounting Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout offers multiple mounting options such as Magnetic Mount, Adhesive Mount, and Screw Mount to suit the mounting surface of the target structure, and to ensure good bonding and accurate measurement for the Signal Scout.
  • Page 21: Magnetic Mounting

    Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout On the new location, mount the Signal Scout with the required adapter on the target structure using recommended mounting bracket (see the mounting instructions below). Calculate/Capture the GPS coordinates for the new location.
  • Page 22: Adhesive Mounting

    Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Figure 5-3: Magnetic Adapter Mounting Adhesive Mounting Perform the below instructions for adhesive mounting on the target structure: Prerequisite: Remove oil, moisture, and dirt from the intended mounting surface of the target structure on which the Signal Scout will be mounted.
  • Page 23: Screw Mounting

    Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout 4. Stick the Signal Scout fitted with an adhesive adapter onto the target structure (like beams, structure, frames, pipes, and etc). Apply an adequate pressure on the Signal Scout after it is mounted, to ensure proper bonding of the pressure-sensitive adhesive with the target structure.
  • Page 24 Chapter 5 - Setting up the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout 3. Fit the Signal Scout onto the secured adapter. Ensure that the orientation of the Signal Scout is vertical. Firmly hold the secured adapter using a spanner (of size 32mm), and tighten the base of the Signal Scout to the adapter using another spanner (of size 41mm).
  • Page 25: Chapter 6 - Configuration

    The following figure and table provide information about the complete solution architecture designed and implemented for Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout. This information helps the user to understand the overall process involved, right from the configuration of the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout to access the analytic solutions.
  • Page 26 Chapter 6 - Configuration Solution Item Description Integration Honeywell The Honeywell Versatilis Connect App Versatilis enables user to connect to the Signal Connect App Scout through bluetooth using a tablet, or smartphone. It helps user to configure the Signal Scout's sensor parameters, view live data, update firmware, etc.
  • Page 27: Installation Of Honeywell Versatilis Connect App

    Android-based platforms. You can also make use of your existing Tablet (if any) provided with Honeywell Versatilis Configurator App to install and run the Honeywell Versatilis Connect app on it with ease. Figure 6-2: "Honeywell Versatilis Connect app" installed on the "Tablet provided with Honeywell Versatilis Configurator App".
  • Page 28: Resetting Passcode For The Honeywell Versatilis Connect App

    Versatilis Connect app. You still have an option to reset your current passcode to the default passcode, using the reed switch provided on the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout, and thereby able to login to the Honeywell Versatilis Connect app, once again.
  • Page 29 Chapter 6 - Configuration...
  • Page 30: Configure Lora Gateway

    Chapter 6 - Configuration Configure LoRa Gateway LoRa Gateways acts as communication bridge between Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout and LoRaWAN application. NOTE: There are many LoRa based Gateway manufacturers in the market. Choose the LoRa gateway best suited to your needs.
  • Page 31: Configure Lorawan

    Chapter 6 - Configuration Configure LoRaWAN LoRaWAN is a Low Power, Wide Area (LPWA) networking protocol based on LoRa radio modulation technique. Here. it wirelessly connects battery operated Signal Scout to the internet and manages communication between Signal Scouts and network gateways. NOTE: There are many LoRaWAN service providers in the market.
  • Page 32 Gateway. For information on LoRaWAN MAC version, LoRaWAN Regional Parameters revision, Frequency plan, or RX1 delay, see Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Technical specification document. Creating an Application Specify a suitable name for the Application being created.
  • Page 33 Application. Specify the Device EUI as printed on the enclosure of the Signal Scout, and can also be seen on the page of the Honeywell About Device Versatilis Connect app. Select the intended Device-profile you want to apply for the Device being added.
  • Page 34 For more information on how to configure Signal Scout with ABP or OTAA method of LoRaWAN in the Honeywell Versatilis Connect app, see the Honeywell Versatilis Connect App User's Guide. After all the configuration Make sure the gateway is powered ON are done and Gateway is and connected to the internet.
  • Page 35: Honeywell Emissions Management Solution

    For more information on how to use Honeywell Emissions Management Solution features, see the "Using Honeywell Emissions Management Solution" section in the Experion Operator's Guide.
  • Page 36: Chapter 7 - Security

    To report a potential security vulnerability against any Honeywell product, please follow the instructions as mentioned in the Notices. Security features The secure features of the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout are: Secure firmware update. Secure end-to-end Bluetooth and LoRa (i.e., secure data communication by application payload and pairing).
  • Page 37: Chapter 8 - Maintenance

    CHAPTER MAINTENANCE In this section: Replacement of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout Firmware update System logs...
  • Page 38: Replacement Of Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout

    "Mounting Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout " on page 20. Firmware update The Honeywell Versatilis Connect app has provision to update to the latest firmware available for the Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout. For more information on how to update firmware, see the Honeywell Versatilis Connect App User's Guide, 34-VT-25-03.
  • Page 39: Chapter 9 - Led States

    CHAPTER LED STATES The following table provides various states of Signal Scout's LEDs and their associated status based on different scenarios. Table 9-1: LEDs States Honeywell Versatilis Signal Probable Scenarios Scout Status On inserting the Power ON battery at the factory.
  • Page 40 Chapter 9 - LED States Honeywell Versatilis Signal Probable Scenarios Scout Status Connecting to the Successful pairing. Signal Scout using QR code scan in the Honeywell Versatilis (Blinks Connect app. once.) Scanning QR code Unsuccessful pairing. imprinted on the Signal Scout, flashes...
  • Page 41 Chapter 9 - LED States Honeywell Versatilis Signal Probable Scenarios Scout Status Turning ON/ OFF LED On activation. - Preconfigured. (Blinks thrice.) Dormant No visual indication on LED. Turning ON/ OFF LED On activation. - Using reed switch. (Blinks thrice.)
  • Page 42 Chapter 9 - LED States Honeywell Versatilis Signal Probable Scenarios Scout Status Unsuccessful (Blinks thrice.)
  • Page 43: Chapter 10 - Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER TROUBLESHOOTING The following table provides various troubleshooting scenarios in the case of error or unexpected behavior, and their corresponding troubleshooting tips: Table 10-1: Troubleshooting Information Honeywell Probable Troubleshooting Versatilis Signal On Screen Scenarios Tips Scout Status User Unsuccessful A pop-up Retry pairing.
  • Page 44 Probable Troubleshooting Versatilis Signal On Screen Scenarios Tips Scout Status (Blinks appears. end. thrice.) Check source file, or contact Honeywell TAC team. Signal Scout Diagnostic Battery low. No visual Low Battery replacement. fault indication indication on indication. on LED. Diagnostic page...
  • Page 45 Chapter 10 - Troubleshooting Honeywell Probable Troubleshooting Versatilis Signal On Screen Scenarios Tips Scout Status valid keys (for ABP/OTAA method). Ensure the device is configured in Honeywell Versatilis Connect app with valid keys (for ABP/OTAA method). Ensure the keys specified in...
  • Page 46: Chapter 11 - Certifications

    CHAPTER CERTIFICATIONS Hazardous Location Certifications Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout is certified for various hazardous location standards and requirements. The below table gives the summary on the same: Table 11-1: Hazardous Location Certifications Information Approval/ Certification Standards Rating IEC 60079-0/COR1: 2020;...
  • Page 47 Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout (ED) - Model 50187700-100, detects flammable gas, however, is not intended to provide an indication, alarm, or other output function; purpose of which is to indicate potential hazard and initiate automatic or manual protective action(s).
  • Page 48 Chapter 11 - Certifications CE (Conformance to Europe) Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout is compliant with all the Directives that are applicable as per CE certification requirements. The below table gives the summary on the same: Table 11-2: CE (Conformance to Europe) Information...
  • Page 49 (Electromagnetic fields); 2013/35/EU United Kingdom Conformity Assessed (UKCA) Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout is compliant with all the regulations that are applicable as per UKCA certification requirements. The below table gives the summary on the same: Table 11-3: United Kingdom Conformity Assessed (UKCA) Information...
  • Page 50 The Control of Electromagnetic Fields at work Regulations 2016 FCC and IC Certifications Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout is complaint with all the requirements that are applicable as per FCC & IC certification specifications. The below table gives the summary on the same: Table 11-4: FCC and IC Certifications Information...
  • Page 51 Chapter 11 - Certifications Certification Standard Approval/ Rating 47 CFR Part 15 [10-01- Compliance as per 20 Edition] Subpart B & Subpart C ANSI C63.4: 2014 FCC ID: S5751490045 BLE FCC ID: 2APD9- RSL10SIP ICES-003 Issue 7: 2020 Compliant for Wireless requirements ICES-Gen Issue 1: 2018+A1: 2021...
  • Page 52 Chapter 11 - Certifications NOTE: 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.
  • Page 53 CAUTION: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, place the unit at least 20cm from nearby persons. Wireless Certifications and Approvals Honeywell Versatilis Signal Scout has LoRaWAN & BLE Wireless communication technologies. Required certifications and approvals have been attained for this product.
  • Page 54: Notices

    You can find the most up-to-date documents in the Support section of the Honeywell Process Solutions website at: https://process.honeywell.com If you have comments about Honeywell Process Solutions documentation, send your feedback to: hpsdocs@honeywell.com Use this email address to provide feedback, or to report errors and omissions in the documentation.
  • Page 55 Honeywell holds technical training classes that are taught by process control systems experts. For more information about these classes, contact your Honeywell representative, or see http://www.automationcollege.com. Factory information Honeywell International (India) Pvt. Ltd., Plot No. 2, Gat No. 181, Village Fulgaon, Tal-Haveli, Pune, Maharastra, 412216, India.

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