Honeywell MBeacon, User Manual

Page 1: ...Rev A September 2015 P N F04 4015 000 MBeacon User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...tions 12 6 Operation 13 6 1 Network Planning and Preparation 13 6 2 Turning The MBeacon On 14 6 3 Turning The MBeacon Off 15 6 4 Battery Charge Indicator 15 7 Button Functions 16 7 1 Backlight 16 8 Programming The MBeacon 16 8 1 1 LCD Contrast 19 8 1 2 Serial Number 19 8 1 3 Firmware Version 20 8 1 4 Factory Reset 20 8 1 5 Edit Password 21 8 1 6 Exit 22 8 2 Wireless 23 8 2 1 PAN ID Setup 24 8 2 2 ...

Page 3: ...e 4 11 Troubleshooting 33 12 MBeacon Alarm Signal Summary 34 13 MBeacon Installation 35 13 1 Magnet Mount Installation 35 13 2 Fixed Installation 36 13 3 Magnetic Mount Alternative Installation 39 14 Technical Support 41 ...

Page 4: ...nstrument 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 Replace batteries only in non hazardous locations 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 ...

Page 5: ...s I Gr A B C D T4 Intrinsically Safe 40º C Tamb 50º C Warnings Use only RAE 500 0111 000 for internal battery Do not replace internal battery in hazardous locations Ui 3 6V Ci 78µF Li Ri 3 5µH ohm Understand User s Manual before operating or servicing Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres disconnect power before servicing...

Page 6: ...erature range of 40º C to 50º C where gases of explosion groups A B C or D and temperature class T4 may be present 1 2 Instruction For Safe Use Strictly follow the instructions for safe use Application of the MBeacon requires full understanding and strict observation of the instructions 1 3 Use In Hazardous Areas Equipment which is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and which has been asses...

Page 7: ...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 Factory configured for plug and play Cl I Div I Zone I hazardous location approvals FCC and R TTE wireless communication approvals IP 65 ingress protection rating for outdoor use ...

Page 8: ...two way communication on select equipment and quick visual compliance verification The ConneXtPRO consists of wireless gas monitors and their associated docking stations beacon devices and a real time software monitoring application By providing remote real time gas concentration status and location information to key stakeholders ConneXt PRO supports a safer more efficient plant Simple network co...

Page 9: ...MBeacon User s Guide 10 4 Physical Description 1 LCD with backlighting 2 Battery cover on bottom 3 Y MODE and N keys 4 Antenna 1 4 2 3 ...

Page 10: ...o connectivity indicator 5 Battery strength indicator percentage 6 EUI Extended Unique Identifier 7 Prompt for next screen press MODE key When you press MODE a second screen is shown 8 Transmission power low medium high 9 Polling interval Press MODE to return to the main screen 4 5 1 2 3 8 6 7 9 ...

Page 11: ...ys Y MODE N Power Supply D size Lithium primary battery 3 6V Operation Time Internal Battery 1 year typical OperatingTemperature 40 to 50 C 40 to 122 F Storage Temperature 40 to 85 C 40 to 185 F Humidity 10 to 90 relative humidity non condensing Dimensions 26 5cm x 9 5cm x 5 5cm 10 5 L x 3 7 W x 2 1 H Weight 0 6 kg 1 3 lbs Package IP 65 Mounting Optional stainless steel bracket mount or magnetic m...

Page 12: ...a large wireless network The site assessment should at a minimum include the following tasks 1 Site assessment Conduct the site assessment when the plant is operating so that maximum possible interference can be measured and addressed 2 RF spectrum analysis Conduct RF spectrum analysis on the 900Mhz band to detect any potential RF interference Strong interference sources should be addressed remove...

Page 13: ...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 This is followed by the Modem Type Then the MBeacon begins to transmit its SSID according to its settings ...

Page 14: ...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 Battery power is indicated by the battery icon The battery should be replaced before it is completely discharged See page 31 for the replacement procedure When the battery is completely depleted the LCD displays Power off and the LED a...

Page 15: ...for 15 seconds and then shuts off 8 Programming The MBeacon 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 Decrease the number from 9 through 0 by pressing N Step from digit to digit using MODE Once all the four digits have been entered press MODE ...

Page 16: ...ve 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 Settings provides information about your instrument Some screens are read only you cannot edit them but other screens allow you to change settings W...

Page 17: ...e 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 To make a selection scroll until the circle to the left of your choice is black and then press MODE Note If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds it au...

Page 18: ...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 Save your changes by pressing Y Exit without saving changes by pressing N 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 seria...

Page 19: ...d only You cannot make changes to the information To view it press MODE when its name is highlighted dark circle Press MODE to return to the Settings menu If you do not make a selection in 60 seconds it automatically exits to the menu 8 1 4 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 as...

Page 20: ...e this screen appears Then the unit returns to the Settings menu Note If you perform a factory reset all of your settings are removed and cannot be retrieved 8 1 5 Edit Password You can change the password by selecting Edit Password At this screen input your new password over the old one or the default Increase the number from 0 through 9 by pressing Y Decrease the number from 9 through 0 by press...

Page 21: ...n 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 Saving the password takes a moment and a screen indicates that it has been successfully saved 8 1 6 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 automatica...

Page 22: ...continue scrolling a second screen appears 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 PANID Setup Channel Setup Transmit Power Setup Interval Setup Exit To make a selection scroll until the circle to the left of your choice is black and then press MODE Note I...

Page 23: ...1 through 999 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 Save your changes by pressing Y Exit without saving changes by pressing N Step back to the first digit by pressing MODE Note If you do not press a...

Page 24: ... correspond with the wireless modem frequency The frequency is set at the factory according to country region These are the modem frequencies and channel ranges 869 MHz Channel 0 channel cannot be changed 900 MHz Channels 1 through 10 Press MODE to view or change the channel The range of available channels is shown in parentheses The screen also shows the channel number with the cursor blinking on...

Page 25: ...N Step back to the first digit by pressing MODE If you have saved the channel number successfully you see these screens in sequence 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 ch...

Page 26: ...an necessary reduces battery life Important It is highly recommended that this setting not be changed without first consulting the system s integrator There are three settings Low Medium and High The default value is Medium Press Y to scroll up or N to scroll down to the setting of your choice 1 Press MODE to save the change The settings are applied The screen shows the three choices again Press N...

Page 27: ...from once per second to once per minute The transmission frequency is user adjustable but a rate of at least once every 30 seconds is recommended Note Shorter intervals reduce battery life Press MODE to see the options for the polling interval Press MODE to select one of these Otherwise press N to advance for more options ...

Page 28: ...Beacon User s Guide 29 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: ...are three MBeacons and a single wireless monitor a ToxiRAE Pro The MBeacons send a signal to ToxiRAE Pro which relays the RSSI signal and relative signal strength and each 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...

Page 30: ...n 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 4 Replace the battery cover by turning it clockwise with the 3 pin end of the tool 3 pin end Hexagonal end Battery compartment Maintenance tool P N 019 2044 000 ...

Page 31: ...te recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and their components 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 information is given in this user guide Batteries must be recycled ...

Page 32: ...ed New battery needs to be discharged before use Replace battery Wait at least 60 seconds to turn on MBeacon Check RAE Systems web site for inform ation on batteries Note If other problems occur consult your system s integrator Ordering Replacement Parts If you need replacement parts a list is available online http www raesystems com ...

Page 33: ...MBeacon User s Guide 34 12 MBeacon Alarm Signal Summary Alarm Mode When LCD Buzzer LED Battery Low 3 15V empty battery icon 1 beep per minute Battery Exhausted 2 93V 1 beep per second ...

Page 34: ... method uses a specially designed stainless steel enclosure that is permanently mounted It protects the MBeacon from damage in industrial settings 13 1 Magnet Mount Installation This magnet is powerful enough to support the MBeacon when it is placed against a flat steel or iron surface Important Keep the magnet away from computer hard drives The strong magnet can corrupt or erase data on these Mag...

Page 35: ...ation Four reinforced holes in the rear of the enclosure allow for a screw to pass through to the mounting brackets The enclosure can be mounted to a vertical or horizontal pole Side View Front View Mounting Holes Vertical pole Horizontal pole ...

Page 36: ...l pole 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 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 ...

Page 37: ... 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 it 5 The MBeacon is now ready to use 1 2 5 4 3 ...

Page 38: ...e steel enclosure instead of the clamps This approach provides the protection of the enclosure with the ease of installation afforded by the magnetic mounting 1 Insert screw through magnetic disc 2 Place the magnetic disc over the bottom hole on the rear of the enclosure 3 Tighten the screw until the disc is snug ...

Page 39: ...nufacture 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 J 2008 K 2009 M 2010 N 2011 P 2012 Q 2013 R 2014 S 2015 T 2016 U 2017 V 2018 W 2019 ...