Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. 360 Herndon Parkway Suite 1400 Herndon, VA 20170 http://www.rheintech.com Appendix H: Client: IWT, Inc. Model #: FAP4215-050 Standard: FCC 15.247 FCC ID: SP8-FAP4215-050 Report #: 2012367 Manual Please refer to the following pages.
Portable Mesh Node FAP4215-050 Installation and User Guide Innovative Wireless Technologies, Inc. 1100 Main Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 Phone: 434-316-5230 (United States) Fax: 434-316-5232 (United States) www.iwtwireless.com (United States) Revised: 1/14/2013 Approval: 6640-12-0010, Rev.
Contents 1. PORTABLE MESH NODE OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................. 3 2. SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................. 3 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 PMN INSTALLED ABOVE GROUND ...................................................................................................................3 PMN INSTALLED IN UNDERGROUND COAL MINES .
1. PORTABLE MESH NODE OVERVIEW Innovative Wireless Technologies’ Portable Mesh Node (PMN) is a transceiver designed for use in industrial mining applications. The FAP4215-050 Portable Mesh Node (PMN) is a portable infrastructure device that acts as a repeater or router in an ad-hoc wireless communications network. The mesh network supports voice communications, text messaging, and tracking capability of personnel.
When operated above ground, PMN professional installation is required with the following antenna connected to the 900 MHz RF output port: Laird Technologies Model No. OD9-5 or equivalent NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
• 2.3 When installed underground in coal mines, the installed PMN is part of a MSHA approved system. Follow the PMN installation instructions described in Sections 5.0 and 6.0 as well as any instructions / documentation applicable to the specific MSHA approved system installation. PROXIMITY TO BLASTING COMPONENTS The PMN shall not be turned on or operated within 7.1 feet of explosives or blasting components.
4. USER INTERFACE DESCRIPTION To begin using the PMN review the information below covering the basic information you need to know to get started. 4.1 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS The following is an explanation of the PMN inputs and outputs as shown in Figures 1 and 2: Main DC: Main power input. Souriau Circular MIL/Spec 10 pin connector receives input from AC/DC power supply (24 VDC, 3 Amps nominal). A dust cap is used when this connector is not in use.
4.2 COMPONENTS NECESSARY FOR INSTALLATION The PMN installation uses the following components and accessories (refer to Sections 5.0 and 6.0 for basic installation instructions): Antenna (900 MHz): The specific 900 MHz antenna connected to the PMN RF port depends on the location of the PMN. For Above Ground (FCC Certified) use: 1. Laird Technologies OD9-5 or equivalent 2. Kent Model No. WA5VJB antenna For Below Ground (MSHA Approved) use: 1. M-2 Antenna Systems, Inc. 902-5 or 902-5MA 2. Kent Model No.
• The enclosure has all connectors installed. • The DC input connector has the proper dust cap installed. • Properly secure the enclosure lid with the 2 latches. 6. BASIC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6.1 INSTALLATIONS BELOW GROUND IMPORTANT! TRAINED PERSONNEL MUST PROFESSIONALLY INSTALL THE PMN. IMPORTANT! WHEN USED IN AN UNDERGROUND COAL MINING APPLICATION, THE PMN INSTALLATION MUST BE PART OF A MSHA APPROVED SYSTEM.
Applying Power to the System Before pressing the ON/OFF button, re-check all appropriate clearance distances to blasting circuits (refer to Section 2.3). If blasting must be done near a PMN, be sure to power the device down. Install dust caps on exposed battery connector. Press the ON/OFF button. The power LED on the PMN will start out solid as the PMN boots up. Verify the power indicator LED on the PMN is indicating a Discharging Battery (ON—10%, OFF—90%).
WINK (ON—10%, OFF—90%): OFF: Main DC Power OFF / Battery Discharging (Normal Use condition) PMN Power Set to off The PMN requires little routine maintenance. Inspect each box periodically every month to ensure that the box remains free of damage and defects. It is important that the box remains dust tight. Replace defective boxes immediately. Do not continue to use any boxes that may have had their dust seal compromised.
