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> Retries:
Here you can set the number of retries for the MBUS scan.
> Timeout(s):
Here you can select the response timeout value for the MBUS scan. It is recommended to keep at least 2,0 seconds.
> Primary address search:
by ticking the checkbox, the search by primary address is enabled. Unticking the checkbox will make the
concentrator search by secondary address.
> From [] to []:
here you can indicate the range of primary addresses to be searched during the MBUS scan.
> Scan Devices:
it allows you to start scanning the MBUS network. The scanning will be done by primary address if the primary address search
checkbox is ticked, or by secondary address if the primary address search checkbox is unticked.
During the scanning operation, the following icon
will appear and at the end of the procedure will be signaled by a notification window of
the browser in use
> Secondary address search MSB/LSB:
allows you to set the desired order of the bits for the search by secondary address.
If you opt for the search by secondary ID without indicating the specific addresses to be queried (in the table below), you will need to indicate
one of the two boxes.
> Table of secondary addresses to search:
if you prefer to search for specific secondary addresses, it will be possible to indicate them in the
text table by reporting the various serial numbers separated by a comma [,], as shown in the example above.
> Detected Device List:
the devices detected during the MBUS scan will be listed at the end of the web page.
Note:
for a better performance and ease of use, it is advisable to set the MBUS network up by using the MB- BMBUS software.
As soon as all the devices in the network are given a primary address and are completerly set up, you can proceed with the primary address
search and configuration with the RFM-C3 web page. This will speed up the commissioning process.
During the commission process it is appropriate to test the WMBUS telegram reception and the correct mail sending.
These two tasks can be easily done after the configuration by pressing the button on the PCB for one second. This will send an E-mail that
contains all the configuration data and the reading file data in attachment. It is recommended to locate the installation point desired. Then, leave
the device acquire the reading for at least 10/15 minutes and finally press the button. Once the mail is received, it will be possible to verify the
telegrams received by reading the buffer file.
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In the event the mail isn’t received, check the configuration parameter again and check the correct connection to the data network.
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In the event not all the telegrams of the devices installed in the area are received, it is necessary to find another installation point and then
repeat the test again.
As the device test is successfully concluded, disconnect the LAN cable (or connect it to the router/LAN socket when Ethernet transmission are
used) and close the device lid again
MBUS Wired settings
3.2 Device test
For greater reception in difficult environments, an extension for the WMBus antenna has been added. The installation of this extension must
be carried out trying to extend the cable length to the maximum (1 meter). The bracket included with the extension can be installed on a pole
(metal clamp not included).
In questa sezione è possibile prendere visioni degli accessori disponibili
4.1 Antenna extension
4. Accessories
Note:
if the pole is made of metal, it is strongly recommended to use a rubber insulator between the pole and the bracket to avoid interference.
Extension connection
Pole mounting
1.
Turn off the RFM-C3 concentrator if
already installed.
2.
Unscrew the antenna from the SMA-
wM-Bus connector of the concentrator
(if already installed) and in its place
install the extension on the side
opposite the bracket.
3.
Screw the antenna to the SMA base
screwed to the bracket.
4.
Power on the RFM-C3 concentrator.
5.
Check that the diameter of the cable
tie is sufficient to securely lock the
bracket onto the pole.
6.
Insulate the part of the pole where
the clamp and bracket will be positioned
with insulating material (e.g. rubber).
7.
Close the band around the pole and
the bracket, taking care to keep it inside
the two slots of the bracket.
8.
Tighten the clamp by screwing it until
the bracket is securely fixed.
