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RKI Instruments, Inc.

www.rkiinstruments.com

AirLink 9900 NXP

Signal Repeater

Operator’s Manual

Part Number: 71-0566

Revision: P1

Released: 11/8/21

Summary of Contents for AirLink 9900 NXP

Page 1: ...RKI Instruments Inc www rkiinstruments com AirLink 9900 NXP Signal Repeater Operator s Manual Part Number 71 0566 Revision P1 Released 11 8 21 ...

Page 2: ...ts local repair costs transportation costs or contingent expenses incurred without our prior approval THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF RKI INSTRUMENTS INC INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL...

Page 3: ...irLink 9900 3 Table of Contents Overview 4 Specifications 4 External Description 5 Internal Description 6 Exploded Diagram 7 Installation 8 Start Up 12 Operation 13 Product Settings and Configuration 15 ...

Page 4: ...peration of the product WARNING The AirLink 9900 is a radio signal repeater used to increase the distance between AirLink sensor assemblies and the receiving AirLink monitor The AirLink 9900 does not detect or display the detected gas levels in the environment A site survey is required in order to determine the best placement and quantity of repeater assemblies that may be required Improper instal...

Page 5: ...handles 2X 2 10 foot extension cable 10 Power cord grip 3 Transmitting antenna 11 Power cord for AC version 4 Lightning surge protector 12 ADD button 5 Surge protector ground wire 13 Radio type label 6 Enclosure lid screws 4X 14 Display screen 7 Antenna fitting 2X 15 MENU button 8 SUB button 16 Magnetic tool ...

Page 6: ...r supply optional 2 Mounting post 4X 9 Power cord grip 3 Receiving antenna jack 10 Radio module 2X 4 Receiving antenna fitting 11 Power terminal block 5 Transmitting antenna jack 12 Faceplate kit 6 Mounting socket 4X 13 Transmitting antenna socket 7 Transmitting antenna fitting 14 Receiving antenna socket ...

Page 7: ...ntenna plug 9 Enclosure mounting foot 4X 3 Faceplate and electronics assembly 10 AC power cord optional 4 Transmitting antenna plug 11 Enclosure base 5 10 foot antenna extension cable 12 AC power supply optional 6 Lightning surge protector 13 Receiving antenna plug 7 900 MHz transmitting antenna 14 2 4 GHz antenna replaces item 2 and 7 ...

Page 8: ...g antennas should be mounted at least 10 feet apart Avoid installing the antennas in a location surrounded by obstructions such as trees buildings or other such obstacles Consider accessibility for required maintenance 2 Select a mounting location and installation hardware Mounting to a concrete or steel structure is recommended to minimize vibration and moisture Use a maximum 8 bolt screw flat wa...

Page 9: ...iring If this step is performed it is essential that all connections are rejoined before returning the internal system back into the enclosure WARNING Use appropriate construction technique to maintain the explosion proof classification of the assembly 3 Feed the power wires through the AirLink 9900 s power hub and into the enclosure 4 Locate the power terminal block on the control board and compl...

Page 10: ...the enclosure matching each mounting post to its corresponding eyelet anchored within the base of the enclosure 2 Using the front panel handles gently push to seat the internal system into the mounting posts NOTE The front panel handles on the AirLink 9900 function ONLY as thumb holds for ease in removal of the internal system from the base of the enclosure 3 Verify that the sealing ring seated at...

Page 11: ...ecuring the lid onto the device tighten the enclosure lid by hand ONLY Overtightening of the lid by use of hand tools could result in damage to the O ring potentially compromising the moisture seal resulting in an unsafe environment ...

Page 12: ...that the controller is on and operating properly Refer to the controller operator s manual 5 The AirLink 9900 automatically powers on and enters a 20 second startup period 6 At the end of the startup the AirLink 9900 is in Normal Operating Mode 1 Network ID A input 5 Product serial number 2 Network ID B output 6 Date of manufacture 3 Product model 7 Link status indicator able to communicate with p...

Page 13: ...he receiving WireFree monitor s The display when in Normal Operating Mode appears as shown below In the event of another Primary Monitor on the A network the following screen will appear Pressing the ADD button takes you to the Setting Network ID A screen where you can change to a network ID that does not have a Primary Monitor present 1 Network ID A input 5 Product serial number 2 Network ID B ou...

Page 14: ...n you want to actuate Tapping the enclosure lid is the same and pressing and releasing the button Holding the magnet against the enclosure lid is the same as pressing and holding the button Powering the Device The AirLink 9900 turns on and off with the application and removal of AC or DC power Touch magnet here to activate SUB button Touch magnet here to activate ADD button Touch magnet here to ac...

Page 15: ...s available with the 900 MHz radio There are 78 networks available with the 2 4 GHz radio The A network receives transmissions from the Sensor Assembly The B network transmits the received transmissions on to the receiving monitor The A network should be set to a Network ID value that is at least 5 higher than the B Network ID value NOTE The A network is configured to be a Primary Monitor and can ...

Page 16: ...able especially when the unit is located in areas with full sun The resulting field of view could be misinterpreted as an error within the device Be sure to verify that the selected contract is within an appropriate range of viewing 1 If necessary enter the Product Settings and Configuration Menu by pressing and holding MENU for 6 seconds 2 Press and release MENU until the Contrast screen appears ...

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