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1. 17 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 9 1 Host Mode This mode designates the RAELink3 Mesh as Host master in a network It can simultaneously communicate with numerous Remotes and Repeaters Note There can only be one Host in a network It is typically connected to a computer PC running ProRAE Guardian software for monitoring After the modem is properly configured connect the serial interface cable to the PC s serial RS 232 port If the computer does not have a serial port use a USB to 9 pin Serial Adapter part number 410 0210 000 to connect the cable to the computer The DB9 connector should be firmly attached to the computer s DB9 serial port insert the connector into the receptacle and then finger tighten the connector s two long screws Connect the other end of the cable to the data connector on the RAELink3 Mesh Turn on power to the RAELink3 Mesh It is now ready for data communication uo e Serial Interface USB to 9 pin es Cable Adapter gt CS lt A C SCHT uss 7 P M Computer s USB Port 9 2 Remote Mode In this mode the modem passes all data from the monitor to the Host The LCD displays the radio signal strength GPS satellites and battery charge The mesh connection status is also displayed on the LCD screen For ChemRAE DustTrak2 and AP4C In these sub modes of Remote Mode the modem passes all data from the selected third party device to a host 18 RAELink3 Mesh User s
2. Remote and the Host it must have the same Network ID as the Remote and Host AreaRAE Network ID EN Mesh Radio Link p a DA aa 9 dd a af PAN ID and Channel 9 th e EN must be the same Sail 225 ToxiRAE Pro for the RAELink3 Mesh LES RAELink3 Mesh Remote Mesh Radio unie o Remote and all instruments connecting via mesh radio link MultiRAE H S Cable setting on the RAELink3 Remote A must be set correctly for the instrument LA The baud rate must be identical on both units N d Cable MultiRAE Plus LE e K Mesh Radio Link e RAELink3 Mesh A Remote Ze s gt ToxiRAE Pro PAN ID and Channel must be the same for the RAELink3 Mesh Remote and all instruments connecting via mesh radio link RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Connection With Third Party Devices The RAELink3 Mesh can be configured as a slave modem to communicate sensor data from select third party monitors to a host modem with the same Network ID Third party monitors available to choose from include ChemRAE DustTrak2 and AP4C Note Some third party monitors require a custom cable for connection with a RAELink3 Mesh ChemRAE MultiRAE A Lite RAELink3 Mesh K Vertraue e e cCCCCI i ToxiRAE D Pro RAELink3 Mesh iA MultiRAE 7 Pro iem RAELink3 RAELink3 MultiRAE Plus Mesh DustTrak2 Mesh RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 3 2 Key Features Onboard mesh license free radio modem for link
3. Agn to plug in or pull ou Cap Receptacle Connector Plug e Connect the serial cable s 4 pin circular connector to the monitor Third party sensor or detector units require a cable that comes with the specifically configured RAELink3 Mesh Connect the other end to the RAELink3 Mesh Note The cable connector that fits the RAELink3 Mesh s multi function receptacle has a locking ring Align the cable s connector plug with the RAELink3 Mesh s receptacle using the key and notch as a guide Press the connector into place and then turn the connector s locking ring to tighten the connection Never force the connector in or out of the receptacle 41 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 14 GPS And Unobstructed Line Of Sight GPS receivers operate by line of sight with global positioning satellites A receiver must be able to get signals from at least three satellites in order to calculate longitude and latitude there are currently 30 GPS satellites orbiting the earth The more satellites a GPS receiver can see the more accurate and reliable the positioning For a GPS equipped RAELink3 Mesh or any other GPS device to work properly it must have a direct line of sight to a satellite meaning it will not work well if at all indoors Although radio signals from navigation satellites can pass through clouds glass plastic and other lightweight materials satellite navigation receivers do not work underground or in other enclosed space
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5. To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres recharge replace battery only in area known to be non hazardous Ne charger les batteries que dans l emplacement d sign non dangereux For alkaline battery pack 029 3502 000 Note Do not mix old and new or different types of batteries Do not change batteries in hazardous locations Antenna Lock Caution To reduce risk when operating in potentially explosive atmospheres ensure the antenna is locked in place with set screw to prevent inadvertent disconnection Note Antenna must be locked in place with set screw RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 2 Standard Contents e RAELink3 Mesh e Charging adapter with AC cable e Alkaline battery adapter e RS 232 computer interface cable e Coiled serial cable for connection to devices without mesh radio e RAELink3 Mesh Quick Reference Guide e RAELink3 Mesh Resource CD Whip antenna for use when RAELink3 Mesh is in Remote mode e 5dBi antenna with 12 cable and magnetic mount for use when RAELink3 Mesh is in Host or Repeater mode Hard transport case 3 General Information The RAELink3 Mesh is a compact portable radio frequency modem that provides long range wireless communication between remote portable gas monitors PGMs such as RAE Systems ToxiRAE Pro MultiRAE Series etc and a base station computer for comprehensive monitoring Up to eight monitors can connect to a RAELink3 Mesh in Remote mode
6. are minimized and relocated to the top of the display If you want to change the Network ID press Y If not press N to move to the next screen If you want to exit Programming Mode press MODE 22 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 2 Setting The Network ID Each Host Remote and Repeater on the same network must have the same Network ID In addition any other RAELink series wireless modems in the same network need to be configured with the same Network ID RAELink3 Mesh modems come from the factory programmed to a unique random network ID or programmed to match an existing system as specified by the customer To enable a different Network ID the number must be set to a value between 1 and 4095 except 255 When changing the Network ID the cursor flashes on the selected digit highlighting it and indicating that you can change it Network ID 0001 0001 1 Press Y to increase the number or N to decrease the number 2 Press MODE to advance to the next digit 3 Input a network ID except 255 To accept the new Network ID press and hold MODE for 2 seconds A confirmation screen appears as shown here Network ID 0001 1234 Save Press Y to save or press N to abort the change 23 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide If you save the Network ID you see this display as it saves Network ID 1234 Saving When it is done the display returns to the Set Network ID screen
7. at the same time and up to 64 monitors equipped with RAELink3 Mesh units can be networked with a single Host In addition for applications requiring long distance monitoring or monitoring in locations with obstructions to clear line of sight communication RAELink3 Meshes configured as Repeaters extend the effective reach of the system RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 3 1 Configuration Options The RAELink3 Mesh can be configured to act in one of the following three modes 1 Remote The RAELink3 Mesh in Remote mode functions as a slave modem and communicates to a host modem or RAELink3 with the same network ID 2 Host The RAELink3 Mesh in Host mode functions as a host modem and communicates with multiple RAELink3 compatible radio enabled RAE Systems products with the same network ID It must be connected via cable to a PC running Prob AE Guardian software 3 Repeater The RAELink3 Mesh in Repeater mode functions as a repeater for RAELink3 Mesh modems in Remote mode or other RAELink3 modems with the same must be the same T for the Host and the Remote LE LA Cable x d ss i PC with RAELink3 1 1 ProRAE Guardian Host H M a a Amt Ki D d D d D e i ee er Network ID for CE AreaRAEs must match Host and Repeaters 2 D RAELink3 sl pe or H RAELink3 Mesh Repeater If a RAELink3 or RAELink3 Mesh in Repeater mode is used to extend the distance between the
8. showing the new Network ID Network ID 1234 Change If you want to change the Network ID repeat the procedure To progress to the next screen Set Operation Mode press N 24 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 3 Setting The Operation Mode The Operation Mode determines whether the RAELink3 Mesh operates as a Host Remote or Repeater In addition under Remote are sub modes for Mesh and Cable connection with local devices such as the ChemRAE AP4C DustTrak2 and other cable connectable point to point RAE Systems monitors IMPORTANT There can only be one Host in a network If more than one RAELink3 RAELink3 Mesh or earlier generation RAELink wireless modem in a network is designated as a Host the network will not function properly The operation mode program screen looks like this OP Mode Remote Change Press Y to change the Operation Mode or press N to skip it If you press Y you see the Operation Mode OP Mode screen OP Mode Remote OP Mode Host Press N to step through these options Host e Remote e Repeater 25 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Once you have made your selection press Y to save the change OP Mode Host Saving After the change is saved the display returns to the beginning screen for Operation Mode your choice of Operation Mode is shown OP Mode Host Change Press Y if you want to change the Operation Mode o
9. Configuring The RAELink3 Mesh esee 21 12 1 Accessing Programming Mode 22 12 2 Setting The Network ID 23 12 3 Setting The Operation Mode sse 25 12 4 Setting The Unit ID 26 12 5 Mesh Radio Power Control 30 12 6 lt PAN IDA S e bras MN Tetas da ten 31 12 GE hen teo mete thete dime 32 12 8 Cable Menu In Remote Mode 35 128 1 Cable Setting tete dese date slt 8 37 12 8 2 Simultaneous Mesh And Cable Operation 37 12 9 Baudtate debe eene erae eret 38 H LE E EE 38 12 11 GPS Coordinates Check 39 12 12 Modem Configuration Menu sene 40 13 Connecting A RAELink3 Mesh Remote Via Cable 4 14 GPS And Unobstructed Line Of Sight 42 14 1 Cleaning The RAELink3 Mesh 43 142 Ordering Replacement Parts 0 cccccssesseesteeeteeeteeeeeens 43 14 3 Special Servicing Note 43 15 Troubleshooting enne 44 16 Technical S ppott i eet REENEN 45 17 RAE Systems Contacts 46 1 Regulatory Information CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock never open the modem cover during normal operation This modem is certified to be used in Class I Division 2 hazardous locations N WARNINGS N Use only RAE Systems supplied charging adapter to charge the rechargeable battery pack inside the modem Use only RAE Systems Lithium Ion battery pack 029 3501 000 or alkaline battery pack 029 3502 000 Recharge r
10. Guide Remote Mode is designed so that a RAELink3 Mesh modem can be used as a drop in replacement for an existing RAELink or RAELink2 modem without modification 9 3 Repeater Mode In Repeater mode the modem functions as a repeater It does not interpret or process the data that passes through it Its function is to extend the distance between a RAELink3 Mesh in Remote mode or a RAELink3 and a Host or to route the signal to deal with obstructions to line of sight communication Important When the RAELink3 Mesh is in Repeater mode its GPS module is automatically turned off indicated in the display as GPSoff and the mesh radio modem is also turned off Its Network ID must match the Network ID being used by the Host and Remote modems g S RAELink3 b s Host mode j RAELink3 Mesh Remote mode RAELink3 Mesh Repeater mode i 9 RAELink3 Mesh Remote mode Bat 19 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 10 Turning The RAELink3 Mesh On 1 Press and hold MODE 2 When the display turns on release the MODE key The RAE Systems logo should appear first If the logo does not appear there is likely a problem and you should contact your distributor or RAE Systems Technical Support The firmware version is shown along with the date of installation and then the RAELink3 Mesh s serial number Once the startup procedure is complete the instrument shows a numerical reading screen with antenna signal streng
11. Invalid Input The screen then changes to the first Channel screen where you can input a valid Channel number by pressing Y or advancing to the Cable setting by pressing N Channel 3 Change 34 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 8 Cable Menu In Remote Mode When the RAELink3 Mesh is in Remote mode it allows settings for Cable connection with a RAE Systems monitor or some third party monitors such as the ProEngin AP4C and TSI DustTrak2 Cable connectivity selections for a RAELink 3 Mesh in Remote mode are organized as follows Remote Mode Cable Bypass RAE PTP AP4C ChemRAE DustTrak2 When connecting a Remote device wirelessly via mesh radio you do not need to make a setting choice However if you are using an instrument that requires a cable you must choose the appropriate setting for the connection type as listed below For example when connecting a ChemRAE you must choose ChemRAE under the Cable menu Use this chart to guide you in choosing the correct setting Product Connection Setting ToxiRAE Pro Mesh radio No setting necessary Series MultiRAE Series Mesh radio No setting necessary AP4C Cable AP4C ChemRAE Cable ChemRAE DustTrak2 Cable DustTrak2 MiniRAE 2000 Cable Bypass MultiRAE Plus Cable Bypass ppbRAE Plus Cable Bypass QRAE Plus Cable RAE PTP 35 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Here are simplified connection rules e ToxiRAE Pro ser
12. RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Rev A June 2012 P N 029 4508 100 FCC Part 15 statement This device contains FCC ID QNT PT2400GS20 A This device complies with Part15 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 Copyright 2012 RAE Systems Inc Contents 1 Regulatory Information 2 0 00 cceccceeccessceeeceeseeeseeeeeeseeeneeeseeeaees 3 2 Standard Contents 6 3 General Information 6 3 1 Configuration Options cccceccessceesceeseeeteeeseeeteeeseeeseeeaees 7 3 1 1 Connection With Third Party Devices cccccceesseesseetees 8 3 2 Key eee rete iS deg ere TE ES 9 Ai 7 Specifications iini nete e eer eode 10 5 Charging The Battery ienen nia o eian i 11 5 1 Detaching The Charging Adapter sss 12 5 2 Replacing The Li ion Battery sssee 13 5 3 Alkaline Battery Adapter sse 13 5 4 User Interfaces iro terrestre ate dom 15 O Backlight et mee t teer eae eni ees 16 RAR EE eee ste tese andes tte i ees gues Pee 16 8 Operating The RAELink3 Mesh 17 9 Modes Of Operation 17 9 Host Mode citet eto mE 18 9 2 Remote Mode eet esie ERR atone 18 9 3 Repete Moden ice ease tbe eet ned 19 10 Turning The RAELink3 Mesh On 20 11 Turning The RAELink3 Mesh Off 21 12
13. eplace batteries only in non hazardous locations The serial connection port may not be used in hazardous area STATIC HAZARD Clean only with a damp cloth For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only Read and understand instruction manual completely before operating or servicing Proper Product Disposal At End Of Life This symbol crossed out wheeled bin indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries This product may contain one or more Nickel metal hydride NiMH Lithium ion or Alkaline batteries Specific battery a information is given in this user guide Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly At the end of its life this product must undergo separate collection and recycling from general or household waste Please use the return and collection system available in your country for the disposal of this product 3 Specifications Dimensions 4 73 x 3 4 x 1 85 120 mm x 86 mm x 48 mm Weight 17 3 0z 490 g Battery Rechargeable 7 4V Lithium Ion battery pack Alkaline battery pack 7 5V five alkaline batteries LOD Display Backlit with icons and text Attachment Belt Clip Temperature 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F Humidity 0 to 95 relative humidity Non condensing Safety Certification Class I Division 2 Groups A B C D T4 For rechargeable battery pack 029 3501 000 A WARNING
14. equency and ranges are set by RAE Systems to correspond with the wireless modem Check the label on your RAELink3 Mesh if you are unsure of the frequency These are the frequencies and channels 900 MHz Channel 0 channel cannot be changed 2 4 GHz Channels 11 through 26 Note If you try to program a channel that is not accepted the RAELink3 Mesh displays an error message of Invalid Input when you try to save the new channel number Note choosing Join Network in the gas monitor wireless setup menu automatically sets the Channel to match the Channel of a corresponding Remote modem with same PAN ID 32 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide In Programming Mode the Channel screen is shown like this indicating the currently used channel Channel 3 Change Press Y if you want to change the channel The first digit is highlighted Channel 3 03 1 Press Y to increase the number or N to decrease the number 2 Press MODE to advance to the next digit 3 Input a Channel number Once you have input the number you want press and hold MODE until you are asked to save it Channel 3 93 Save Press Y to save the new channel number or press N to keep the current channel number and proceed to the next menu item 33 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide If you have input a channel number that is not valid for the radio module the screen tells you that it is not a valid choice Channel 3
15. hazardous locations 14 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 5 4 User Interface The instrument s user interface consists of the display and three keys The keys are Y MODE N The LCD display provides visual feedback that includes the reading time battery condition and other functions Display Mall Se RAELink3 MESH RADIO Y key N key SYSTEMS MODE key Y increases values MODE acts as on off and save and N selects no and advances to the next function In addition Y MODE and N act as soft keys that control different parameters and make different selections within the instrument s menus From menu to menu each key controls a different parameter or makes a different selection 15 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 6 Backlight The LCD display is equipped with an LED backlight to assist in reading the display under poor lighting conditions Press any key to turn on the backlight It automatically turns off after 15 seconds 7 Display The display shows the following information Radio Signal GPS Satellite Battery E Z5 Tu G2 aH Mesh Link 2STD ORTR Mesh radio connection and other status information Radio Signal Strength Indicates signal strength in network GPS Satellite Shows number of GPS satellites that RAELink3 Mesh is receiving data from It must see 3 satellites for proper mapping in ProRAE Guardian Battery Charge Indicates battery leve
16. iRAE Pro Series MultiRAE Plus MultiRAE Series ChemRAE DustTrak2 AP4C MiniRAE 2000 ppbRAE Plus 37 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 9 Baudrate Baudrate sets the speed of the data transfer between an instrument and the RAELink3 Mesh if they are connected via cable To ensure data is transferred efficiently make sure the baud rate is set to its default 19200 or that the baud rate of the instrument and the RAELink3 Mesh match Available baud rates include 9600 19200 38400 57600 and 115200 12 10 GPS Status The onboard GPS can be turned on or off The GPS Status screen is shown here GPS Status On Turn Off Press Y to change the power status or press N to skip to next menu screen GPS Coordinates Output If you change the power status of the onboard GPS there is no confirmation screen However the status is updated immediately GPS Status Off Turn On When you are satisfied with the GPS status you can advance to the next menu screen GPS Coordinates Check by pressing N 38 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 11 GPS Coordinates Check Check the RAELink3 Mesh s GPS location in this menu screen If you want to have the coordinates checked and shown in the display press Y If not press N to skip to the next menu screen GPS Coordinates Check If you press Y the GPS coordinates are displayed as shown the 0 s are replaced by degrees minu
17. ies and MultiRAE Series use mesh radio wireless connection e All other products use Cable e Ifthe name of the product is not listed in the submenu then you must use Bypass Note The only exception is the QRAE Plus which requires Cable RAE PTP When Remote Mode is selected this screen is shown OP Mode Remote Change Press N to keep the RAELink3 Mesh in Remote Mode and to advance to the Cable menu The screen looks like this Cable Bypass RAE PTP e Press Y if you want to change to another device in the list e Press N if you want to simply advance to Cable settings If you chose to change the cable connected setting then you can use the Y and N buttons to navigate through the list and make a selection 36 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 8 1 Cable Setting If a cable is used to connect a monitor to a RAELink3 Mesh in Remote Mode you must make sure the correct setting is selected for proper operation Cable Bypass Change e Press Y if you want to change to another Cable setting in the list e Press N if you want to simply advance to GPS Status 12 8 2 Simultaneous Mesh And Cable Operation You can use a single RAELink3 Mesh in Remote mode to transmit data from mesh radio enabled and one cable connected device simultaneously Here is a table showing supported RAE Systems and third party devices arranged by Cable or Mesh connection Cable Mesh QRAE Plus Tox
18. ing with instruments within 10 meters Onboard long range license free radio for transmission of data up to 2 miles Onboard microcomputer provides flexible protocol translation in order to interface to most monitoring devices via a serial port Onboard GPS receiver provides global positioning capability Onboard LCD displaying radio signal strength GPS tracking status and battery life Long operating time from built in rechargeable Li Ion battery pack up to 14 hours of continuous operation Note Up to nine monitors can connect to one RAELink3 Mesh using mesh radio 8 and serial cable 1 connection RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 4 Specifications Dimensions Weight Battery Operating Time LCD Display Keypad Sensitivity Data Rate Error Detection Data Interface GPS Accuracy Temperature Humidity IP Rating Safety Certification 4 73 x 3 4 x 1 85 120 mm x 86 mm x 48 mm 17 3 oz 490 g Rechargeable 7 4V 1650mAh Lithium Ion battery pack Alkaline battery pack 7 5V five alkaline batteries Up to 14 hours of continuous operation Backlit with icons and text 3 keys Y N and MODE 108dBm at 10 bit error rate Up to 115 2 kbps 32 bps CRC retransmit on error Mesh radio RS 232 Within 5 meters 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F 0 to 95 relative humidity Non condensing IP 65 Class I Division 2 Groups A B C D T4 10 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 5 Charging The Battery It is
19. km 10m A zz E j amp Network ID PAN ID ES ee e 9 s Channel D e ri TETE d Unit ID es 3 RAELink3 Mesh in Host Mode nm PC with or RAELink3 Mesh MultiRAE or ToxiRAE Pro ProRAE Guardian RAELink3 in Host Mode in Remote Mode Families Version 1 5 or higher or RAELink2 Host Cable D sw Cable RAELink3 Mesh Baud Rate in Remote Mode MultiRAE Plus or ChemRAE 21 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide parameters for setting the Network ID Unit ID PAN ID GPS on off state GPS coordinates check Modem menu and Op Mode Cable and Mesh Radio Power on off All configurations are performed using the three front panel keys and the display A RAELink3 Mesh in Remote mode must have the same Network ID as the RAELink series modem being used as a Host In addition Each RAELink3 Mesh that is wirelessly communicating with one or more instruments such as a ToxiRAE Pro or MultiRAE must have the same PAN ID and Channel numbers as those instruments 12 1 Accessing Programming Mode Note You can exit Programming Mode at any time by pressing MODE except when in the Set Network ID and Set Unit ID menu screens With the RAELink3 Mesh turned on press and hold both MODE and N for 3 seconds The RAELink3 Mesh enters programming mode The Network ID screen is displayed Network ID 0025 Change It shows the currently used Network ID and asks if you want to change it Note When Programming Mode is accessed the icons
20. l via bar graph Mesh Connection Status Shows which monitor the RAELink3 is connected to via mesh radio Mesh Radio Connection And Indicates when a Mesh link is Other Status Information established and how many instruments are connected via Mesh radio shown here as 2STD two standard connections It also shows the number of other devices such as MeshGuard Routers etc on the same network 16 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 8 Operating The RAELink3 Mesh The RAELink3 Mesh operates with two simultaneous modes of data transfer First it can use wireless mesh radio or a cable to connect to a portable gas monitor or other compatible detector Second it uses radio frequency communication to transmit and receive data with a base station The following section covers configuration and operation of the modem portion of the RAELink3 Mesh IMPORTANT Before operating any RAELink3 Mesh modems in the field test them to make sure they are properly configured for your network Each RAELink3 Mesh must have the proper network ID so that it is compatible with the RAELink3 wireless monitoring system 9 Modes Of Operation The RAELink3 Mesh can be configured to operate in one of three modes Host e Remote e Repeater Unless specified otherwise the RAELink3 Mesh is factory configured to operate in the Remote Mode You can change the operation mode via the menus that you reach when you enter Programming Mode see page 22 for details
21. n you are satisfied with the mesh radio status you can advance to the next menu screen Set Unit ID by pressing N 30 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 6 PAN ID The RAELink 3 Mesh and all instruments being paired wirelessly with it in Remote mode must be programmed with the same Pan ID Personal Network Identifier to ensure communication compatibility When RAELink3 Mesh is configured as a Remote the Set PAN ID menu screen looks like this PAN ID 630 Change Press Y if you want to change the PAN ID When changing the PAN ID the cursor flashes on the selected digit highlighting it and indicating that you can change it PAN ID 630 630 1 Press Y to increase the number or N to decrease the number 2 Press MODE to advance to the next digit 3 Input a PAN ID The range is 001 to 999 To accept the new PAN ID press and hold MODE for 2 seconds A confirmation screen appears as shown here PAN ID 630 630 Save 31 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Press Y to save or press N to abort the change If you save the PAN ID you see this display as it saves PAN ID 630 Saving When it is done the display returns to the Set PAN ID screen showing the new PAN ID PAN ID 630 Change 12 7 Channel The RAELink3 Mesh and all instruments communicating wirelessly with it must operate on a single channel The available channels vary by the internal wireless modem s fr
22. pack inside the battery compartment Make sure the battery pack is oriented properly inside the compartment 4 Press the battery into place with your hand and then tighten the three screws 5 3 Alkaline Battery Adapter An alkaline battery adapter is supplied with the RAELink3 Mesh The adapter part number 029 3502 000 accepts five AA alkaline batteries use only Duracell MN1500 or Energizer E91 and provides approximately 12 hours of operation The adapter is intended to be 13 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide used in emergency situations when there is no time to charge the Li ion battery pack To insert batteries into the adapter 1 Remove the three Philips head screws to remove the battery alkaline or rechargeable Turn over the alkaline battery adapter and remove the two Philips screws Lift off the cover there are two small indexing tabs at the end opposite the two screws Insert five fresh AA batteries as indicated by the polarity markings Replace the cover Replace the two Philips screws Set the alkaline battery adapter into the RAELink3 Mesh Tighten the three Philips screws IMPORTANT Alkaline batteries cannot be recharged If you place the RAELink3 Mesh in its Charging Cradle the alkaline batteries will not be recharged Note When replacing alkaline batteries dispose of old ones properly Note Do not mix old and new or different types of batteries Do not change batteries in
23. r press N to advance to the GPS Power Control screen 12 4 Setting The Unit ID Unit ID is used to identify the RAELink3 Mesh within ProRAE Guardian ProRAE Guardian shows the unit ID number and any monitors connected to that RAELink3 Mesh show up with a unit ID that is equal to the unit ID of the RAELink3 Mesh followed by a dash and the radio serial number of the gas monitor for example RAELink3 Mesh with Unit ID 1 then ToxiRAE Pro with Unit ID of 1 xxxx When RAELink3 Mesh is configured as a Remote the Set Unit ID menu screen looks like this Unit ID 01 Change 26 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Press Y if you want to change the Unit ID When changing the Unit ID the cursor flashes on the selected digit highlighting it and indicating that you can change it Unit ID 01 21 1 Press Y to increase the number or N to decrease the number 2 Press MODE to advance to the next digit 3 Input a Unit ID 00 through 64 To accept the new Unit ID press and hold MODE for 2 seconds A confirmation screen appears as shown here Unit ID 01 21 Save Press Y to save or press N to abort the change If you save the Unit ID you see this display as it saves Unit ID 21 Saving 27 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide When it is done the display returns to the Set Unit ID screen showing the new Unit ID Unit ID 21 Change If you want to change the Unit ID repeat the p
24. recommended to fully charge the battery before using the RAELink3 Mesh The Li ion battery is charged by attaching the instrument to the Charging Adapter Follow this procedure to charge the instrument 4 5 The LED Charging Indicator in the Charging Adapter should glow red to indicate it is charging and glow green when the battery is fully charged Align the Charging Adapter with the back of the RAELink3 Mesh two guides match indents on the back of the Charging Adapter Slide the Charging Adapter onto the back of the RAELink3 Mesh Make sure the latch clicks into place Plug the power supply s barrel connector into the input on the side of the Charging Adapter Plug the power supply into the wall outlet S Charging Indicator HE 11 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 5 1 Detaching The Charging Adapter To detach the Charging Adapter press in on the latch While pressing the latch slide the Charging Adapter down Press latch Slide down Release while pressing 5 Ee Side view D 4 12 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 5 2 Replacing The Li ion Battery 1 Turn off the instrument 2 Located on the rear of the instrument are three screws Loosen all three screws and lift the battery out of the RAELink3 Mesh Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment by lifting it out Loosen Lift Remove Screws Battery Battery 3 Replace a fully charged spare battery
25. rocedure To progress to the next screen press N Key To connect two devices simultaneously make sure of the following e Each device must have a unique Unit ID e The correct device must be selected in the Mesh and Cable menus Example To connect a ChemRAE via cable and a MultiRAE via mesh radio communications to the same RAELink3 Mesh in Remote settings select Cable ChemRAE Then press Y Note If one of the two channels Cable or Mesh is not connected to a device it is not necessary to select a setting for the unused channel 28 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide Here is an example of the connections that should be made when multiple devices are used with each RAELink3 Mesh lt RAELink3 RK Host E EN ToxiRAE Mesh Radio P O Cable e ChemRAE Connection Connection is d Le RAELink3 Y Mesh e RAELink3 9 Remote a MEM Gen ER Mesh Radio Remote Mech Radio 22 Connection Connection EEA ToxiRAE erus Pro MultiRAE 29 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 5 Mesh Radio Power Control The onboard mesh radio connection can be turned on or off The Mesh Radio Power Control screen is shown here Mesh Power On Turn Off Press Y to change the on off status or press N to skip to next menu screen Set Unit ID If you press Y and change the on off status the status is toggled and the screen displays the change Mesh Power Off Turn On Whe
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27. s If you need to operate a monitor under a roof or anything else that obstructs a clear view of the sky you may need to take the RAELink3 Mesh outdoors into a nearby clear area perform a manual GPS Coordinates Check see page 39 and then either allow those coordinates to be used on maps in ProRAE Guardian running on a host computer or input them manually 42 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 14 1 Cleaning The RAELink3 Mesh Occasional cleaning with a soft cloth is recommended Do not use detergents or chemicals Visually inspect the contacts on the rear of the RAELink3 Mesh on the battery and on the Charging Adapter to make sure they are clean If they are not wipe them with a soft dry cloth Never use solvents abrasives or cleaners 14 2 Ordering Replacement Parts In the U S you can order sensors replacement batteries and other accessories online at http istore raesystems com 14 3 Special Servicing Note If the instrument needs to be serviced contact The RAE Systems Technical Service Department Before returning the instrument for service or repair obtain a Returned Material Authorization RMA number for proper tracking of your equipment This number needs to be on all documentation and posted on the outside of the box in which the instrument is returned for service or upgrade Packages without RMA Numbers will be refused at the factory 43 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 15 Troubleshooting Cannot
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29. tes and seconds North 0 0000 East 0 0000 Quit Press Y to quit Pressing N or MODE does not change the screen The first screen of GPS Coordinates Check is shown GPS Coordinates Check Press N to advance to the next screen Mesh Radio Power Control 39 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 12 12 Modem Configuration Menu In this program mode the onboard modem configuration menu can be output and accessed via PC using a HyperTerminal program IMPORTANT Do not enter and change any parameters in this menu unless directed to do so by authorized technical support personnel Note The RAELink3 Mesh must be connected to a computer with a cable and a HyperTerminal program must be running The Modem Configuration screen is shown here BJ Modem Menu Enter Press Y to output the modem menu to a PC or press N to skip to the beginning of the programming menus Alternatively you can press MODE to exit Programming Mode 40 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 13 Connecting A RAELink3 Mesh Remote Via Cable Connect a portable gas monitor PGM such as a ppbRAE Plus MiniRAE 2000 or MultiRAE Plus to the RAELink3 Mesh configured as a Remote using the optional Portable Coiled Cable part number 400 0189 000 An openin of the geg Receptacle key Connector notch and locker and lock entrance ring key face each other x F X Locker Ring ef Te CA gt a ji K Align to cover
30. th battery capacity and GPS icons and if GPS is turned on the number of satellites the RAELink3 Mesh is receiving positioning data from Val Nid Net ID 20 Remote Mesh Link 1STD ORTR Two status lines are shown below the icons The first line indicates the Network ID followed by the mode in which the RAELink3 Mesh is configured Remote Repeater or Host The second line shows how many instruments are linked to the RAELink3 Mesh through the mesh radio shown as STD as well as how many are connected through the unit indicated as RTR This indicates that the instrument is fully functional and ready to use 20 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 11 Turning The RAELink3 Mesh Off 1 Press and hold the MODE key for 3 seconds The display shows Shutting Down and a 5 second countdown to shutoff begins 2 When you see Unit off release your finger from the MODE key The instrument is now off Note You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process If you remove your finger from the key during the countdown the shutoff operation is canceled and the instrument continues normal operation 12 Configuring The RAELink3 Mesh The RAELink3 Mesh modem is a programmable smart modem that can be configured to operate in Host Repeater or Remote Modes These options are selected in Programming Mode along with other Host Modem Monitor 2 Miles 33 Feet i Mesh Wireless 3
31. turn on power Charge or replace battery after charging the battery Remote unit not e Confirm RAELink3 Mesh is in Remote communicating with Mode Host Controller e Check the Network ID to make sure it is the same on both units e Check the battery charge on the Remote unit e Make sure you have a unique Unit ID on each RAELink3 Mesh or device connected to a RAELink3 Mesh e Check the cable or mesh radio connection between the RAELink3 Mesh and the remote device Instrument does not e Make sure instrument s radio is turned link with RAELink3 on Mesh via mesh radio e Check PAN ID Channel and Op Mode on the RAELink3 Mesh RAELink3 Mesh is not e Make sure GPS is turned on picking up satellites to e Make sure the RAELink3 Mesh has an load a map in ProRAE unobstructed view of the sky Guardian 44 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 16 Technical Support To contact RAE Systems Technical Support Team Monday through Friday 7 00AM to 5 00PM Pacific US Time Phone toll free 1 888 723 4800 Phone 1 408 952 8461 Email tech raesystems com Life critical after hours support is available 1 408 952 8200 select option 9 45 RAELink3 Mesh User s Guide 17 RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems by Honeywell World Headquarters 3775 N First St San Jose CA 95134 1708 USA Phone 1 408 952 8200 Fax 1 408 952 8480 E mail customerserv raesystems com Web Site www raesystems com RAE Systems Technical Suppo

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