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FGR3 User-Reference Manual Table of Contents Preface 8 1. Introduction 11 1.1. Choose a Radio Location 12 1.2. Choosing Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint Operation 12 1.2.1. Point-to-Point (PTP) Network 12 1.2.2. Point-to-MultiPoint (PTMP) Network 12 13 Differences between PTP and PTMP 1.3. Data Communication Link Examples 14 1.3.1. Example 1 - Point-to-Point Gateway to Endpoint 14 1.3.2. Example 2 - Gateway Repeater Endpoint 14 1.3.3. Example 3 - Two Repeaters 14 1.3.4.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2.2.7. Turn Off Delay 39 2.2.8. Turn On Delay 40 2.2.9. Use Break to Access Setup 40 42 2.3. Establishing Communication with Other Radios in the Network 2.3.1. Golden Settings 43 43 2.4. Designate the RF Transmission Characteristics 2.4.1. 900MHz Channel Select Parameters 44 Access to the Single Channel Mask 46 Example of Single Channel Mask 47 2.4.2. 900MHz Frequency Key (Golden Setting) 47 2.4.3.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.5.2. Using the Call Book in MultiPoint Networks 70 3.5.3. Programming Point-to-MultiPoint Extended Call Book 71 3.6. Routing Communications through the Network 72 72 3.6.1. Assigning Subnet ID Values Example 1: Subnet and Specific Path Communication 73 Example 2: Subnet and Communication Required through Repeaters 74 Example 3: Subnet and Optional Slave Communication 75 76 3.7. Setting Other MultiPoint Parameters 3.7.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5.2. Setting and Changing Radio Passwords 100 5.2.1. Setting the Password 100 5.2.2. Changing a Password 100 5.2.3. Disable a Password 101 5.3. Enable and Set Up AES Encryption 101 5.3.1. Encryption Channel Key 102 5.3.2. Encryption Key 103 5.3.3. Encryption (Strength) 104 5.3.4. Troubleshooting AES Setup 105 5.4. Low Baud Rates 106 5.5. Multi-Master Sync 106 5.6. Time Divisible Multiple Access (TDMA) 106 6. Viewing Radio Statistics 107 6.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes 125 10.1. FGR3 Release Notes 125 10.1.1. Version v10.7.04 125 Access to the Single Channel Mask 127 Example of Single Channel Mask 128 10.1.2. Version v10.6.8 128 10.1.3. Version v10.6.7 129 10.1.4. Version v10.6.6 129 10.1.5. Version 8.78 130 10.1.6. Version 8.77 130 10.1.7. Version 8.73 130 10.1.8. Version 8.71 131 10.1.9. Version 8.70 131 10.1.10. Version 8.69 131 10.1.11. Version 8.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Preface Thank you for purchasing the FreeWave FGR3 Wireless Data Radios radio. This document includes information about the FreeWave FGR3 serial radio: l l l l l l l l A basic introduction to the radio and how to determine the mode to run it in. Examples of how FreeWave radios can exist in a network with other radios. How to access the setup parameters available on the radio. Basic radio programming and setup information that applies to all network types.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Preface Some radio models have specific settings and configurations that apply to only that model.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Preface Provides time saving or informative suggestions about using the product. Warning! Indicates a situation that WILL cause damage to personnel, the radio, data, or network. Parameter Preference The Parameter Preference table describes the available parameters. Setting Description Default Setting: The factory default setting for the parameter. Options: The options the parameter can be set to.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction FreeWave radios operate in virtually any environment where serial data communications occur. A pair of radios functions as a 9-pin null modem cable. l l If the FreeWave radios are used in an application where a null modem cable is used, (e.g.,communications between two computers) the FreeWave radios can be connected directly.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.1. Choose a Radio Location Placement of the FreeWave radio may have a significant impact on its performance. The key to the overall robustness of the radio link is the height of the antenna. When using an external antenna, placement of that antenna is critical to a solid data link. Other antennas in close proximity are a potential source of interference. Use the Radio Statistics to help identify potential problems.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Differences between PTP and PTMP l l In a Point-to-Point network all packets are acknowledged, whether sent from the Master to the Slave or from the Slave to the Master. In a MultiPoint network, the user determines the number of times outbound packets from the Master or Repeater to the Slave or other Repeaters are sent. l The receiving radio, Slave or Repeater, accepts the first packet received that passes the 32 bit CRC.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.3. Data Communication Link Examples l l l l l l Example 1 - Point-to-Point Gateway to Endpoint (on page 14) Example 2 - Gateway Repeater Endpoint (on page 14) Example 3 - Two Repeaters (on page 14) Example 4 - Multiple Radios (on page 15) Example 5 - Point-to-MultiPoint (on page 16) Example 6 - Point-to-MultiPoint with a Repeater Site (on page 16) 1.3.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction l l l With two Repeaters there is more flexibility in getting around obstacles and greater total range is possible. It may be desirable to use external Omni-directional antennas with the Repeaters, and attaching a Yagi antenna to the Master and Slave radio to increase the range of the link. When two Repeaters are used no further degradation in the RF throughput of the link is experienced.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.3.5. Example 5 - Point-to-MultiPoint This example illustrates a standard Point-to-MultiPoint network. l l l From the Master, any data is broadcast to all three Slave radios, one of which receives it through a Multipoint Repeater. The data is sent out of the serial port of each of the three Slave radios. The end device should be configured to interpret the serial message and act on it if necessary.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Figure 7: Master Communicating in a Point-to-MultiPoint Network using a Slave/Repeater LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 17 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.4. Finding the Product Serial Number Each FreeWave radio is assigned a unique serial number. Important!: This number is needed to contact FreeWave Technical Support. The serial number is three digits, followed by a hyphen, then four digits (e.g.,111-1111), and is printed on the FreeWave label on the radio. Note: The example in this section is an image is of a GXM model. The serial number information is in the same location on different models.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.5. Powering the Radio Connect the radio to a positive power supply with +6.0 to +30.0 VDC, typically +12.0 VDC. Important!: FGR3 radios are UL approved for use between +6.0 to +30.0 VDC. FREEWAVE Recommends: For guaranteed performance, FreeWave recommends using between +7.5 to +30.0 VDC to power the radio. Warning! If the power supply is above approximately +18.0 to +20.0 VDC, use a 1-ohm resistor inline with B+ input to the radio.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction FREEWAVE Recommends: Tool Suite is the recommended programming option. EZConfig can still be used to program older radio models. However, newer radio models and newer firmware versions are not available in EZConfig. is this still applicable? 1.6.1. Tool Suite and Terminal Emulators If using a terminal emulator, the tabs for a device in Tool Suite mirror the Setup main menu selections.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction l l The Setup Port parameter on the Baud Rate tab determines whether the main data port or the diagnostics port is used to access the setup parameters for the radio. For more information, see Setup Port (on page 38). Use the Setup Mode Timeout parameter on the Operation Mode tab to set the radio to exit Setup Mode automatically.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Note: If using the Setup Terminal application or a terminal emulator and using the gray ribbon diagnostic cable (part number AC2009DC), or the black diagnostic cable (part number ASC0409DC), the radio changes to Setup mode automatically when Read Radio is clicked in Tool Suite. All three LEDs on the radio are green and stay green as long as the radio is in Setup mode. 9. On the Configuration ribbon, click Read Radio to read the radio's current settings. 10.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Figure 12: FGR3 Pin Layout Note: For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual in the Tool Suite software. 1.7.2. Access the Setup Menu Using a Terminal Emulator This procedure accesses the radio's Setup menu using the Setup Terminal application in Tool Suite. Note: For more information about using Tool Suite, see the Tool Suite User Manual in the Tool Suite software. Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Figure 13: Connection list box 7. Click Connect. 8. To connect Setup Terminal to the radio, press the Setup button on the back of the FreeWave radio. If connected to the diagnostics port, press to view the Setup menu. Figure 14: FGR3 Setup Port 9. To view the Setup menu in board-level radios: l Short pins 2 & 4 (Brown to Black) on the 10 pin header next to the LEDs.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction All three LEDs on the radio are green mode. and stay green as long as the radio is in Setup Important!: When navigating through the Setup menu and making changes to the parameters, the parameters are sent immediately to the radio. 1.7.3. Connecting and Disconnecting from HyperTerminal The HyperTerminal dialog box has several toolbar buttons. To reconnect to HyperTerminal, disconnect from the current session. 1. Click the Disconnect 2. Click the Call .
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 3. Click the Connect To tab. 4. Verify the correct COM port is selected. 5. Click OK to close the Properties dialog box. 6. Click . 7. Return the radio to Setup mode. The Setup menu screen appears. If the radio has been previously configured, the wrong port could be used to access the Setup menu. Note: For more information, see Setup Port (on page 38). Try connecting to the other port.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Change the Baud Rate Important!: Unrecognizable characters appear on the screen after placing the radio into Setup mode. l l Unrecognizable characters usually indicate a Baud Rate problem. The problem may also be that the radio under test is a TTL version or has been set to RS485 and not RS232. If the radio is TTL or in RS485 mode, verify connection through the Diagnostic port.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Change the Flow Control Important!: The Setup menu appears on the screen, but nothing happens when keys on the keyboard are pressed. l This error usually indicates flow control is turned on in a three-wire connection (Rx, Tx, and Gnd). Follow these steps if the connection uses a three-wire connection. 1. Click 2. 3. 4. 5. . On the File menu, click Properties. Click Configure. Change the Flow Control to None, and click OK.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction Change the Parity Important!: A connection exists, the terminal emulator is receiving data, and some data is correct, but the remaining data is in unrecognizable characters. l l l This error usually indicates a parity mismatch. l To resolve this issue, verify the parity of the radio and the parity of HyperTerminal are set the same. HyperTerminal’s parity settings are under the Properties menu.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 1. Introduction 1.8. Upgrade the Radios to the Latest Software Version If Tool Suite is connected to a radio, and a new version of the software is available for that radio model, an indication appears in the Configuration application's Device Information tab. Use Tool Suite to upgrade the software on a serial radio connected directly to the computer using the diagnostic cable. Important!: An over-the-air upgrade using Tool Suite is not allowed.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup When setting up either a Point-to-MultiPoint network or a Point-to-Point network, the process for setting up and programming a radio is the same. This section describes these aspects of programming and setting up a radio: l l l l Setting the Radio's Role in the Network and the Network Type (on page 32). Establishing Communication with Instrumentation and Computers (on page 35).
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.1. Setting the Radio's Role in the Network and the Network Type Networks consist of a Master radio and any number of other components including Repeaters, Slave radios, and radios that act as both a Slave and a Repeater. The first parameter to set in a radio is its Operation or Modem mode.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Operation Mode Description Point-to-Point Slave (1) This mode designates the radio as a Slave in Point-to-Point mode. The Slave communicates with any Master in its Call Book - either directly or through a maximum of four Repeaters. l When functioning as a Slave, the Entry to Call feature in the radio’s Call Book is NOT operational. l Set the Slave Security parameter to 1 to bypass the Call Book in the Slave.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Operation Mode Description Point-to-Point Repeater (5) FreeWave allows the use of a maximum of four Repeaters in a Point-toPoint communications link, significantly extending the operating range. l l When designated as a Repeater, a radio behaves as a pass-through link. All settings for the Call Book, baud rates, and transmission characteristics are disabled. l A Repeater connects with any Master that calls it.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.2. Establishing Communication with Instrumentation and Computers The settings on the Baud Rate tab are the communications settings between the radio and the instrument or computer it is connected to (radio serial port to the device). Important!: These settings are unique to each radio, and do not need to match across the network.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.2.2. Data Parity Data Parity Setting Description Default Setting 0 (8, N, 1) Options See Description. Terminal Menu (1) Set Baud Rate > (A) Data Parity Description: l l Six data word length and parity configurations are available for use with FreeWave radios. The default setting is 8-None-1 and is the most commonly used serial communications protocol.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Flow Control Setting Description Description: Specifies the hardware flow control for the data port on the radio. Flow control is the process of managing the speed data is transmitted to not overwhelm the device receiving the transmission. FREEWAVE Recommends: Use Flow Control if the Baud Rate is higher than 38,400. 2.2.4.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.2.5. Serial Interface Serial Interface Setting Description Default Setting (0) RS232 Options l l l l (0) RS232 - Also used for TTL. (1) RS422/Full Duplex RS485 - Modbus RTU mode must be enabled and Turn Off Delay set to at least 4. (2) Half Duplex RS485 - Modbus RTU mode must be enabled and Turn Off Delay set to at least 4. (3) DOT - DOT causes the CD line to indicate when data is transmitted on the serial port from the radio.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Setup Port Setting Options Description l l (1) Main Only - Programming and reading a radio's setup information is done through the data port. (2) Diagnostics Only - Programming and reading a radio's setup information is done through the diagnostic port. l l If the Serial interface is set to anything other than RS232, then the Setup Port must be set to Diagnostics Only.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Turn Off Delay Setting Description Description Specifies the time after the end of transmission of a character to the RS485 bus that the radio stops driving the bus and releases the bus to other devices. l The units are ¼ of a character with a range of 0-9. l An entry of 4 means a delay equivalent to the duration of a full character. l The default is 0 (zero) delay.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Use Break to Access Setup Setting Description Description: Enables a break command to put the radio into Setup mode over the data port. To send a break character, the end device must hold the Tx data line in the space voltage level for longer than 1 character time. Example: If a character is defined as having 1 start bit, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit, the character time is 10 bits.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.3. Establishing Communication with Other Radios in the Network For the radios in the network to communicate successfully, the radios need to be told what other devices are available for them to communicate with. Use one of these options: l l Network ID - Used in MultiPoint Networks, the Network ID parameter is available on the MultiPoint Parameters tab. l Each radio in a single network should be assigned the same ID.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.3.1. Golden Settings A standard network requires that these parameters are set the same on all radios in the network. FreeWave refers to these as the Golden Settings: l l l l l Frequency Key Min Packet Size Max Packet Size Network ID RF Data Rate Radios that contain the same settings in all these parameters can communicate with each other.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup both Point-to-Point and Point-to-MultiPoint networks, unless indicated otherwise in the description. Note: See the Parameter Preference (on page 10) for a description of the parameter table's content. 2.4.1. 900MHz Channel Select Parameters l l The Channel tables are used to enable / disable each channel within the range of channels available in the user's region.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 900MHz Channel Select Parameters Setting Description Description: (0) Mode Set options l l 0 - sets as Single mode 1 - sets as Zone mode that allows the 900MHz Frequency Zones (on page 48) to be changed. (1) Set Single Channel Mask Important!: This option is ONLY available if Single is selected in the Mode Set command. 1. Enter 1 and press . 2. Enter the Channel ID (from 0 to 111) and press . 3.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Access to the Single Channel Mask Figure 16: Access to Single Channel Mask LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 46 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Example of Single Channel Mask Figure 17: Example of Single Channel Mask 2.4.2. 900MHz Frequency Key (Golden Setting) Note: In MultiPoint networks, the Frequency Key must be set identically in all radios. Any radio with a Frequency Key different from the Master radio will not establish a link. In Point-to-Point networks the Master radio's settings take precedence over the Slave radio.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 900MHz Frequency Key (Golden Setting) Setting Description Options 0 to 9 A to E Important!: Do NOT use Frequency Key E with the 915 to 928 MHz, 916 to 920 MHz, and 921 to 928 MHz hop tables. Terminal Menu Description: (3) Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics > (0) FreqKey l l Fifteen choices are available for the Frequency Key (0 to 9 and A to E) setting, representing 15 different pseudo-random hop patterns.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 900MHz Frequency Zones Setting Description Default Setting All zones selected Options See Description. Terminal Menu (3) Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics > (0) FreqKey > F > (3) Frequency Zone Description: Divides the available band (902 MHz to 928 MHz) into smaller bands. In this case 16 smaller bands each consisting of 5, 7, and 8 frequency channels depending on the frequency zone.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 900MHz Frequency Zones Binary Zone Number Beginning Freq. (MHz) Ending Freq. (MHz) Number Of Channels (LSB First) 1 902.2464 903.8592 8 2 904.0896 905.4720 7 3 905.7024 907.0848 7 4 907.3152 908.6976 7 5 908.9280 910.3104 7 6 910.5408 911.9232 7 7 912.1536 913.5360 7 8 913.7664 915.1488 7 9 915.3792 916.7616 7 10 916.9920 918.6048 8 11 918.8352 920.2176 7 12 920.4480 921.8304 7 13 922.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Figure 18: HyperTerminal window with Frequency Zones 2.4.4. High Noise High Noise Setting Description Default Setting (0) Disabled Options (0) Disabled (1) Enabled Terminal Menu (3) Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics > (A) High Noise Description: Use to determine if out-of-band interference is affecting a radio link.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.4.5. 900MHz Hop Frequency Offset Important!: FreeWave internal use only. 2.4.6. 900MHz Hop Table Size Note: All radios in a network must have identical Hop Table settings. Warning! FCC and ISED regulations require a minimum of 50 separate frequency channels be used within a hop pattern.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 900MHz Hop Table Version Setting Options Description l 902-928 MHz, full band l 915-928 MHz l 903.744-926.3232 MHz l 916-920 MHz l 921-928 MHz l 902-911_919-928 MHz l l Uses 902-928 MHz with center frequencies of 911-919 MHz notched out. 902-915 MHz Important!: If using a Hop Table Version setting of 915-928 MHz, 916920 MHz, or 921-928 MHz, do NOT set the Frequency Key parameter setting to E (916-920 MHz).
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.4.8. Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size (Golden Setting) Note: In MultiPoint networks, the Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size must be set identically in all radios. In Point-to-Point networks the Master radio's settings take precedence over the Slave radio. Max Packet Size and Min Packet Size (Golden Setting) Setting Default Setting Description l Max Packet Size = 8 l Min Packet Size = 9 Options Any number between 0 and 9.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup MCU Speed Setting Options Description l (0) Normal (low speed) - Reduces current consumption. l (1) Fast (high speed) - Required for 230 KBaud and greater data port rate. Note: If the radio is AES enabled and using the encryption functionality, set this parameter to 3 using the terminal interface. The value is accepted even though it is not viewable as an option and applies only when using AES encryption.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.4.11. Retry Time Out Retry Time Out Setting Description Default Setting 255 Options Any number between 0 and 255 in MultiPoint networks. Note: The minimum in 900MHz radios is 8 seconds. Any number between 151 and 255 in Point-to-Point networks.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup 2.4.12. RF Data Rate (Golden Setting) Note: In MultiPoint networks, the RF Data Rate parameter must be set the same in all radios. Any radio with an RF Data Rate setting different from the Master will not establish a link. In Point-toPoint networks the Master setting takes precedence over the Slave. RF Data Rate (Golden Setting) Setting Description Default Setting (3) Normal Options Terminal Menu l (2) High - 153.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup RTS to CTS Setting Description Description: Use this option to set the RTS line on the Master radio to control the CTS line of the Slave. With RTS to CTS enabled: l In MultiPoint networks, the Master RTS line controls all Slave's CTS lines. l The CTS line stops functioning as flow control. l The Master senses the RTS line prior to all scheduled packet transmissions.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup RTS to CTS Setting Description l If DTR Connect is enabled and set to 1, RTS to CTS mode takes precedence over the functionality of the CTS line on the Slave relating to the DTR Connect feature. 2.4.14. Slave Security Note: The Slave Security parameter has no effect in Point-to-MultiPoint networks where the Network ID is used.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Transmit Power Setting Description Description: Sets the output power of the radio in dBm. l In FGR3 radios, a setting of 10 is approximately 1 W of output power. When testing radios, and they are in close proximity to one another, set the Transmit Power parameter to a low number. When deploying radios to the field, raise the Transmit Power number accordingly. Important!: This table is for reference only.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 2. Basic Radio Programming and Setup Transmit Rate Setting Description Options l 0 - Diagnostics l 1 - Normal Terminal Menu (3) Edit Transmission Characteristics > (3) Xmit Rate Description: FGR3 radios have two available Transmit Rate settings. l l The setting for normal operation of the radio is 1. When set to 0, the radios transmit back and forth continuously regardless if they have any actual data.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks When installing MultiPoint networks it is important to do some up front planning around the devices to implement and the route the data is going to take back to the Master. A MultiPoint network can contain the following devices: l l l l Only one Master. All communications are from and to the Master. An unlimited number of Slave radios (remote sites). An unlimited number of Repeaters between any Slave and the Master.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.1. Point to MultiPoint Network Characteristics A Point to MultiPoint network has these unique characteristics: l l l Golden Settings (on page 63). Master to Slave Communications (on page 63). Slave to Master Communications (on page 63). 3.1.1. Golden Settings A Point-to-MultiPoint network requires that the Golden Settings (described in Golden Settings (on page 43)) are set the same on ALL radios in the network.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.2. Point-to-MultiPoint Network Quick Start This is a quick start procedure for setting up two radios in Point-to-MultiPoint mode. This mode allows for a Master to communicate with several Repeaters and Slaves simultaneously. 3.2.1. Point-to-MultiPoint Network Quick Start (Tool Suite) 1. Connect the radio to the serial port of a computer using either a serial cable or the diagnostics cable. 2. Connect the radio to a power source.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Note: If several independent MultiPoint networks are located in close proximity, it is very important to include as much frequency and time diversity as possible through use of different Frequency Key, Min and Max Packet Size, and Hop Table settings. 14. Click the MultiPoint Parameters tab. 15. In the Network ID field, set to any value between 1 and 4095.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.2.2. Point-to-MultiPoint Network Quick Start (Terminal Interface) 1. Connect the radio to the serial port of a computer using either a serial cable or the diagnostics cable. 2. Connect the radio to a power source. Important!: Power supply ranges and recommendations vary depending on model. Verify the specifications for the model prior to connecting power. 3. Open a terminal emulator session.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Note: The Frequency Key option is located in the F submenu after pressing 0 to access the Frequency Key menu in Main menu 3. 15. Press to return to the Main menu. 16. Press <5> on the Main menu. 17. In the Network ID field, set the value to any value between 1 and 4095. Note: A 255 setting disables the Network ID feature and enables the Call Book.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.3. Point-to-MultiPoint Operation LEDs Master Carrier Detect (CD) Condition Powered, not linked Solid red bright Repeater and Slave linked to Master.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.4. Overlapping MultiPoint Networks Overlapping MultiPoint networks may be set up effectively when several key parameters are set correctly. Overlapping MultiPoint networks are defined as networks using different Master radios, which share or overlap in a specific geographic area. It may also include collocated radios configured into different networks.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks l To help ensure the ID is unique to the network, avoid using numbers that coincide with nearby landmarks or highways. Example: Use the last four digits of the Master serial number if it is below 4095. This is ensured to be unique and does not overlap with other nearby FreeWave networks. l Use the Network ID function in conjunction with the Subnet ID feature (if necessary) to route data through the radio network. 3.5.2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks MultiPoint Repeater Call Book (Unit Serial Number 900-0002) Entry Number (0) 900-0001 (1) 000-0000 Repeater 1 Repeater 2 MultiPoint Slave Call Book (Unit Serial Number 900-0003) Entry Number (0) 900-0001 (1) 900-0002 (2) 000-0000 Repeater 1 Repeater 2 At times, the Slave radios need to be forced to go through a specific MultiPoint Repeater.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.6. Routing Communications through the Network When using the Network ID, a Repeater or Slave links to the first Repeater or Master it hears with the same ID. l l Use Subnet IDs to determine the path a Repeater or Slave uses to communicate back to the Master. Subnet IDs are particularly helpful to force: l Two Repeaters in the same network to operate in series rather than in parallel.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks Example 1: Subnet and Specific Path Communication This example shows a network in which subnet IDs are used to force communications along a specific path. Figure 20: Subnet and Specific Path Communication Subnet and Specific Path Communication Radio Rx Tx Master 0 0 Additional Information The default settings (F, F) actually use 0, 0. The Rx Subnet on the Master has no effect on the network.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Example 2: Subnet and Communication Required through Repeaters This example shows: l l l Repeater 2 must communicate through Repeater 1. The Slave connected to Repeater 1 must route through Repeater 1. The other two Slave radios must route through Slave/Repeater 2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks Example 3: Subnet and Optional Slave Communication This example shows: l l l l Repeater 1 must talk directly to the Master. Repeater 2 must talk directly to Repeater 1. Slave 1, 2, and 3 are forced along the direction of the solid lines. Slave 4 may link to the first Master or Repeater it hears in the network.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks 3.7. Setting Other MultiPoint Parameters The other MultiPoint Parameters options allow you to modify several different parameters in the radio that determine the characteristics of a MultiPoint network. l l In Tool Suite, set these parameters in the MultiPoint Parameters tab. These settings are available in the MultiPoint Parameters menu in the terminal interface.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Calibrate a Slave Radio in 1PPS Enable/Delay Mode 1. On the Master radio, trigger an oscilloscope on the 1 PPS pulse on the DTR line. 2. Monitor the CD line of the Slave radio. 3. If the timing on the Slave radio differs from the Master it may be adjusted via the value in the Slave radio's 1 PPS Enable/Delay parameter. The difference in time between each incremental integer value is 542.534 nanoseconds (ns).
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks DTR Connect Setting Options Description l l l (0) Off - When set to off in the Slave radio, the radio transmits when the data is received. (1) DTR Sensing - Forms a Point-to-Point link with the Master radio when the DTR line is high to send data. (2) Burst Mode - The radio transmits data in bursts. Terminal Menu (5) MultiPoint parameters > (4) DTR Connect Description: Determines how the radio sends its data.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.7.5. Master Packet Repeat Note: When using the radio in Modbus RTU mode, the Master Packet Repeat setting must match in every radio, regardless of whether the network is in Point-to-Point or MultiPoint mode. Master Packet Repeat Setting Description Default Setting 3 Options Any number between 0 and 9.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3.7.6. Master Packet Repeat in MultiPoint Networks with Repeaters The Master Packet Repeat parameter must be set in MultiPoint Repeaters because a Repeater appears as a Master to a Slave radio. Therefore, the Repeater sends the packet out the number of times corresponding to its own Master Packet Repeat parameter setting. If this parameter is set improperly the reliability of the overall network may be diminished.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks 3.7.9. Radio Name Radio Name Setting Description Default Setting Blank Options A maximum of 20 characters in any combination of letters or numbers. Terminal Menu (5) Edit MultiPoint Parameters > (G) Radio Name Description: Use this parameter to give a radio a name, such as its location. Naming radios can be helpful to identify a radio when in Diagnostics mode. 3.7.10.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Repeater Frequency Setting Description Description: Enable this parameter when a Frequency Key is needed other than that of the Master. l l This condition occurs when parallel Repeaters in a network may have overlapping areas of responsibility. The default setting of 0 (Disabled) causes the Repeater to use the key set in the Frequency Key parameter on the Tool Suite Transmission Characteristics tab.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Retry Odds Setting Description Description: While packets transmitted from the Master to the Slave radios in a MultiPoint network are not acknowledged, packets transmitted from Slaves to the Master are acknowledged. It is possible that more than one Slave attempts to transmit to the Master at the same time. Therefore, it is important that a protocol exists to resolve contention for the Master between Slaves in the network.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual Slave / Repeater Setting Description Description: The Slave/Repeater mode allows a radio in a MultiPoint network to switch between Slave and Repeater functions. l l When in this mode, a radio repeats any packets sent across the network as well as uses the data port. Thus, where one Repeater and one Slave may be required in another vendor’s network, FreeWave networks require only one radio.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks Low Power Mode Setting Description Default Setting 0 Options l Any number between 0 and 31. l The higher the number, the greater the power consumption decrease. Terminal Menu (3) Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics > (9) Low Power Mode Description: Allows a MultiPoint Slave radio to consume less power, primarily by dimming the radio's LEDs. When set to 2 through 31, the radio sleeps between slots.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks Low Power Mode Setting Description Notes l Power savings occur only when the Slave radio is linked. l l l l l l l Low Power Mode is of little value when a Slave has a constant, high throughput. The MCU Speed parameter MUST be set to 0 and the RF Data Rate parameter MUST be set to 3 for Low Power Mode to operate properly.
3. Configuring Point-to-MultiPoint Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual To help identify the radios in the network when running Network Diagnostics, set the Radio Name and Radio ID fields on the MultiPoint Parameters tab. The diagnostic program must be run from the Master radio. Diagnostics require: l l l l A setting between 1 and 128 in the Diagnostics parameter available in the MultiPoint Parameters menu on the Master. A second computer or serial connection to run the diagnostics software.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks Point-to-Point networks are the most basic type of network and do not require much more than the setup described in the basic programming and setup section. This section provides: l l l A brief quick start to setup a Point-to-Point network. An LED chart for LED function within a Point-to-Point network. Information about programming the Call Book. 4.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 7. Click Read Radio on the Configuration ribbon to read the radio's current settings. l If using a diagnostics cable to connect to the radio, the radio automatically goes into Setup mode. l If using a data cable to connect to the radio, a prompt appears to press the radio's Setup button to enter Setup mode. . l When in Setup mode, all three LEDs on the radio display solid green 8. Click the Operation Mode tab. 9.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks l l Click All to send all the settings for all parameters. Click Quick to send only the changed parameters. Note: Quick is only available if Read Radio is selected and parameter settings are NOT sent from a template to the radio. 4.1.2. Point-to-Point Network Quick Start (Terminal Interface) 1. Connect the radio to the serial port of a computer either through a serial cable or via the diagnostics cable. 2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 14. Enter the Slave serial number in the Master’s Call Book. 15. Enter the Master’s Serial number in the Slave’s Call Book or disable the Slave Security (on page 59) parameter in the Slave. Note: For more information about setting up the Call Book see Using the Call Book in Pointto-Point Networks (on page 93). 16. On the Main Menu, type 3 and press . 17. 18. Press <3> on the Main menu. 19.
4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4.2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 4.3. Using the Call Book in Point-to-Point Networks Using the Call Book offers both security and flexibility in determining how FreeWave radios communicate with each other. Important!: The Call Book is required in Point-to-Point networks. FREEWAVE Recommends: While the Call Book is an option in Point-to-MultiPoint networks, FreeWave strongly recommends using the Network ID feature in most applications.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 4.3.1. Setting the Call Book in Tool Suite 1. In the Tool Suite Configuration application, select the device to program. 2. Click the (2) Call Book tab. 3. In the Number column in Row 0, enter the seven-digit serial number of the radio being called. 4. In the Repeater 1 column, enter the first Repeater's seven-digit number. If no Repeaters are being used, leave the column empty. 5.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 5. Enter the 7-digit serial number of the second Repeater. If only one Repeater is being used, press . The system refreshes the radio’s Call Book menu with the new changes. 6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 for additional radios in the network. 7. Press to return to the Main menu. LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 95 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 4. Configuring Point-to-Point Networks 4.3.3. Programming Point-To-Point Extended Call Book to Use Three or Four Repeaters In a Point-to-Point configuration, FreeWave radios can use a maximum of four Repeaters. 1. To use three or four Repeaters, program the Call Book with the Slave serial number, followed by the first two Repeaters. 2. On the next line enter 999-9999 as the radio to call. 3. When prompted for the Repeaters enter the third and fourth Repeaters in the link.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming The settings and scenarios covered in this section are considered advanced programming.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.1. Working with Parallel Repeaters When Repeaters are added to a network, plan accordingly to avoid creating a parallel Repeater scenario. A parallel Repeater is defined as two or more Repeaters linked to the same point in the network. l l Repeaters Data Transmitted on the Same Frequency Key (on page 98) Adding a Repeater to the Network (on page 99) 5.1.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.1.2. Adding a Repeater to the Network Figure 26: Repeater Added to Network If a Repeater needs to be added to the network, use these steps to ensure any parallel Repeater issues are resolved before deploying the Repeater in the network. 1. In Tool Suite, run a network diagnostics file. Gather the settings from all the Repeaters that are currently in the network. 2. Review the network diagnostics file.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.2. Setting and Changing Radio Passwords Use passwords to prevent access to or changing of any of the radio’s parameters. This option is useful to prevent unauthorized personnel from gaining access to the radio settings. Note: If the Setup Port option on the Baud Rate tab is set to (1) Main Only or (3) Both, the password is only accepted if the option is accessed from the main data port.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.2.3. Disable a Password After the password features has been enabled, it is possible to disable the password if the current password is known. Important!: The password can only be disabled using the prompt when reading the radio in Tool Suite or through a terminal emulator. The password CANNOT be disabled using Setup Terminal application in Tool Suite. 1. 2. 3. 4. On the Setup menu in the terminal interface, select (8) Chg Password.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming Important!: When AES is enabled, every radio in the network must have matching encryption strengths, encryption keys, and encryption channel keys, and the MCU Speed parameter set to 3 for successful communication and data transmission. 5.3.1. Encryption Channel Key Note: AES encryption settings are available only through the Setup menu in the terminal interface.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.3.2. Encryption Key Note: AES encryption settings are available only through the Setup menu in the terminal interface. If the radio does not have Encryption enabled, menu option E in the (3) Edit Radio Transmission Characteristics menu is blank and has no function. Important!: This setting MUST match across all radios in the network.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming Encryption Key Setting Description Description: The encryption key is the piece of information used to encrypt and un-encrypt the data sent through the network. Even with encryption, the data is only as secure as the strength of the encryption key used. Keys should be random and entered as hexadecimal values (i.e., 0 to F in twocharacter pairs). Any combination of characters can be used for the key.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming Important!: This setting MUST match across all radios in the network. Encryption (Strength) Setting Description Default Setting (0) Off Options l (0) Off - Turns off AES encryption. l (2) AES 128 - Enables AES encryption, 128-bit strength. l (3) AES 192 - Enables AES encryption, 192-bit strength. l (4) AES 256 - Enables AES encryption, 256-bit strength.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 5. Advanced Programming 5.4. Low Baud Rates The radio's Baud Rate may be set to 300, 600, or 900. Note: For more information about using a low baud rate, Contact FreeWave Technical Support (on page 8). 5.5. Multi-Master Sync The Multi-Master Sync setting is reserved for applications in both Point-to-Point and MultiPoint modes with concentrations of Master units where it is necessary to reduce interference between the Master radios.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 6. Viewing Radio Statistics When reading a radio, the system shows data transmission statistics the radio has gathered during the most recent session. This information is valuable to know the signal strength and noise levels of the link. Statistics are gathered during each time the Master and Slave link and are reset when the next link begins. More data transmission characteristics are available, including averages gathered over time, in the Network Diagnostics application.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 6. Viewing Radio Statistics 6.1. View Statistics in Tool Suite View the same statistics using the Setup Terminal option in Tool Suite. 1. In Tool Suite, click Configuration > Read Radio. 2. Click the Device Information tab. 6.2. View the Radio Transmission Characteristics in the Terminal Interface On the Setup main menu, click (4) Show Radio Statistics. 6.2.1.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 6. Viewing Radio Statistics The individual measurement values at each frequency hop channel are shown in the 900MHz Frequency Zones Table (on page 49). If viewing statistics in the terminal interface, press when the Radio Statistics menu appears. l l Ideally, the difference between the average signal level and average noise level should be 15 or more.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 6. Viewing Radio Statistics Note: Many settings can impact actual throughput, including Master Packet Repeat and Max Slave Retry. If the link is asymmetrical, the percentage reported in this statistic can be very high, and the uplink can still be poor. 6.2.7. Signal Level The Signal Level indicates the level of received signal at the radio and at each of the Repeaters in the link.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 7. Approved Antennas l l 900MHz Yagi Directional Antennas (on page 112) 900MHz Omni-directional Antennas (on page 112) LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 111 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 7. Approved Antennas 7.1. 900MHz Yagi Directional Antennas Note: The FGR3 is approved by the FCC for use with directional antennas with an 8.6 dBi gain or less. 900MHz Yagi Directional Antennas Gain (dBi) Manufacturer Manufacturer Model Number FreeWave Model Number Larsen YA6-900 EAN0906YA 8.6 Bluewave BMY890G5502N4 EAN0906YC 8.6 WaveLink PRO890-8 EAN0906YC 8 7.2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.1. Operational RS422 and RS485 Information For RS-422 and RS-485, the FreeWave radio can drive 32 standard unit loads and loads the bus with only 1/8 unit load. A maximum of 256 devices can be tied on the bus if all of the line receivers have 1/8 unit load. l l l RS-422 is used for 4-wire or full duplex communications with one Master radio and multiple Slave radios. The Master radio keeps the line driver asserted at all times.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.3. 20-Pin Diagnostics Connector Pinout Figure 27: 20-Pin Diagnostics Connector Pinout Note: Pins listed with no assignment are for internal FreeWave use only.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.4. RF Board Level Pinout The board-level radios are available in both TTL and RS232 versions. The TTL version uses reverse polarity from standard RS232 at 0 to 5 Volt levels. All pin descriptions and pin numbering are the same as the RS232 version.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.5. RS-232 Pin Assignments (DB-9) RS232 Pin Assignments (DB-9) Pin Assignment Signal Description 1 CD - Carrier Detect Output Used to show an RF connection between radios. 2 TX - Transmit Data Output Used to transmit data bits serially from the radios to the system device. 3 RX - Receive Data Input Used to receive data bits serially from the system device connected to the radios.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.7. RS485 Half Duplex Pinouts RS485 Half Duplex Pin-Outs Function Bare Board Pin Number DB-9 Pin Number Wire to both pins for Bus + Short 5 and 7 Short 2 and 3 Wire to both pins for Bus - Short 9 and 10 Short 7 and 8 4 or 6 5 Signal Ground LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 117 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 8. FGR3 Wireless Data Radios Pinouts 8.8. Waterproof Enclosure Pinout The waterproof enclosure pinout applies to the FGR3-WC model.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting If experiencing trouble with the network, see these sections to initially troubleshoot and help identify the problem with the network or a radio within it: l l l LEDs on the radio. l Point-to-MultiPoint Operation LEDs (on page 68). l Point-to-Point Operation LEDs (on page 92). Settings RF Quality Use the Troubleshooting Flowchart (on page 120) for basic checks to help diagnose the issue. Note: Contact FreeWave Technical Support (on page 8) for assistance.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting 9.1. Troubleshooting Flowchart 9.2. General Troubleshooting Note: For AES encryption troubleshooting tips, see Troubleshooting AES Setup on page 105. The radio does not stay in Setup mode and cannot be programmed through the diagnostics port. When I try to place the radio into Setup mode, all three LEDs flash green, and then return to their previous state.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting Carrier Detect (CD) Transmit (Tx) Clear to Send (CTS) MultiPoint Slave (unlinked) Solid red bright Off Blinking red MultiPoint Slave (linked) Solid green Off Solid red bright Point-to-Point Master (unlinked) Solid red bright Solid red dim Solid red bright Point-to-Point Master or Slave Solid green Intermittent flash red Intermittent flash red Two scenarios could be causing the radio to not enter Setup mode.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting My network has been running flawlessly for the last 2 years. Now, all of a sudden, I have a group of Slaves that I cannot poll. A Parallel Repeater has been added or changed in the network and has the same frequency settings and is now interfering with the other Repeater. Program the new Repeater with a different set of parameters. My network keeps locking up.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting 9.3. Unlicensed Serial Radio - Specific Troubleshooting My Master radio is receiving odd or incorrect data after a poll request. Several scenarios can cause radios in the network to send odd or incorrect data back to the Master radio. FGR2 radios running firmware versions prior to 8.74 have a known issue in RS485 mode that echoes data back to the Master radio. 1. In Tool Suite, save a network diagnostic file for the network. 2.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 9. Troubleshooting LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 124 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes These sections describe the updates and known limitations in each software version for the FGR3 Wireless Data Radios. The most recent version is listed first. The latest software versions and the most recent list of known limitations and workarounds are available on www.freewave.com. 10.1. FGR3 Release Notes These sections describe the updates and known limitations in each software version for the FGR3 Wireless Data Radios.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes l l The Single Channel Mask process is used instead of the Zones method by using two array masks. l The first array is the Master Channel Array (MCA) and is created via an order option and is programmed into the unit at FreeWave. l The second array is the Customer Channel Array (CCA) and can be created by the customer. l The CCA cannot unmask channels that are masked by the MCA but can mask out channels that are not restricted by the MCA.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes Access to the Single Channel Mask Figure 30: Access to Single Channel Mask LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 127 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes Example of Single Channel Mask Figure 31: Example of Single Channel Mask Known Limitations and Workarounds l None 10.1.2. Version v10.6.8 Release Date: August 2013 Additions and Changes l None Known Limitations and Workarounds l Fixes to low power mode from v8.78 corrects FGR3's failure to wake out of low power mode and lockup after few hours in service.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes 10.1.3. Version v10.6.7 Release Date: July 2013 Note: If upgrading from firmware 8.77 or 8.78 to firmware v10.6.7 and experience issues or inconsistent results, contact FreeWave Technical Support at 303.381.9200 or by email at moreinfo@freewave.com. Additions and Changes l Corrected problem with serial radios set to RS485 changing to RS232 operation when no setting change was made.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes Known Limitations and Workarounds l l In the Network Diagnostics application in Tool Suite, the radios report having the incorrect firmware version installed. On the Operation Mode tab in Tool Suite (Modem Mode menu in the terminal interface), Ethernet parameters appear. l These options do not apply to this radio. 10.1.5. Version 8.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual 10. FGR3 Release Notes 10.1.8. Version 8.71 Release Date: August 2009 Additions and Changes l l Improved efficiency and reliability of writing TDMA settings to memory. Improved efficiency and reliability of writing Diagnostics settings to memory. 10.1.9. Version 8.70 Release Date: March 2009 Additions and Changes l Mirror back-end changes. 10.1.10. Version 8.69 Release Date: October 2008 Additions and Changes l Link acquisition issue corrected. 10.1.11. Version 8.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix A: FGR3 Technical Specifications Specifications may change at any time without notice. For the most up-to-date specifications information, see the product's data sheet available at www.freewave.com. Note: These are the specifications for all FGR3 models. FGR3 Technical Specifications Frequency 902 to 928 MHz Transmitter Output Power 5mW to 1W Range 60 miles Line Of Sight Modulation 2 level GFSK RF Data Rate l Standard-Speed, 115.2 Kbps l High-Speed, 153.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix A: FGR3 Technical Specifications FGR3 Technical Specifications RF Selectivity 50 db at 869 MHz, 935 MHz Dynamic Range +10dBm 3rd Order Intercept Point at Input Connector Data Transmission Error Detection Data Encryption Data Throughput 32-bit CRC, retransmit on error l AES 128/192/256 Bit Encryption* l Proprietary Spread Spectrum Technology l 115.
Appendix A: FGR3 Technical Specifications FGR3 User-Reference Manual FGR3 Technical Specifications Dimensions l FGR3-C-U: 137 L x 62 W x 15 H (mm) l FGR3-CE-U: 173 L x 107 W x 35 H (mm) l FGR3-T-U: 137 L x 62 W x 15 H (mm) l FGR3-WC: 165 L x 78 W x 60 H (mm) l FGR3-C-U: 58g l FGR3-CE-U: 504g l FGR3-T-U: 58g l FGR3-WC: 496g Diagnostics Connector l FGR3-WC: Fischer 11-pin Data Connector l FGR3-C-U: Weight RF Connector Enclosure l 10-pin shrouded header with locking ramp l 0.
Appendix B: FGR3 Board Level Mechanical Drawing FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix B: FGR3 Board Level Mechanical Drawing LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 135 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave This document is subject to change without notice. This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission from FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix C: 900MHz Factory Default Settings 900MHz Factory Default Settings Operation Mode Default MultiPoint Parameters Default Point-to-Point Slave 1 (0) Number of Repeaters 1 Set Baud Rate Default (1) Master Packet Repeat 2 Baud Rate 115200 (2) Max Slave Retry 9 (A) Data Parity 0 (3) Retry Odds 9 (B) Modbus RTU 0 (4) DTR Connect 0 (C) RS232/485 0 (5) Repeatr Frequency 0 (D) Setup Port 3 (6) Network ID 255 (E) Turn Off Delay / On Delay 0/0 (7)
Appendix C: 900MHz Factory Default Settings FGR3 User-Reference Manual 900MHz Factory Default Settings Operation Mode Default (3) Xmit rate 1 (4) RF Data Rate 3 (5) RF Xmit Power 10 (6) Slave Security 0 (7) RTS to CTS 0 (8) Retry Timeout 255 (9) Low Power Mode 0 (A) High Noise 0 (B) MCU Speed 0 (C) Remote LED 0 MultiPoint Parameters Default (E) Encryption Strength (0) Off Enter Key Blank Channel Key Blank LUM0110AA Rev Jan-2019 Page 137 of 143 Copyright © 2019 FreeWave Thi
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix D: 900MHz Channel Frequency IDs Note: See 900MHz Channel Select Parameters (on page 44) for additional information. 900MHz Channel Frequency IDs ID Frequency ID Frequency ID Frequency 0 902.2464 40 911.4624 80 920.6784 1 902.4768 41 911.6928 81 920.9088 2 902.7072 42 911.9232 82 921.1392 3 902.9376 43 912.1536 83 921.3696 4 903.1680 44 912.3840 84 921.6000 5 903.3984 45 912.6144 85 921.8304 6 903.6288 46 912.8448 86 922.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix D: 900MHz Channel Frequency IDs 900MHz Channel Frequency IDs ID Frequency ID Frequency ID Frequency 16 905.9328 56 915.1488 96 924.3648 17 906.1632 57 915.3792 97 924.5952 18 906.3936 58 915.6096 98 924.8256 19 906.6240 59 915.8400 99 925.0560 20 906.8544 60 916.0704 100 925.2864 21 907.0848 61 916.3008 101 925.5168 22 907.3152 62 916.5312 102 925.7472 23 907.5456 63 916.7616 103 925.9776 24 907.7760 64 916.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix E: FreeWave Legal Information Export Notification FreeWave Technologies, Inc. products may be subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Export, re-export, or transfer of these products without required authorization from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, or the U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, as applicable, is prohibited.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix E: FreeWave Legal Information All models sold under the listed FCC ID(s) must be installed professionally and are only approved for use when installed in devices produced by FreeWave Technologies or third party OEMs with the express written approval of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Changes or modifications should not be made to the device.
FGR3 User-Reference Manual Appendix E: FreeWave Legal Information Important!: Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
