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OmniSense

G-900-2 Gateway Product Family

Users Manual

 

Covers G-900-2-E/ED/POE Models

 


Table of Contents

1.     Overview.. 5

2.     Gateway Activation and Site Creation. 6

3.     Installation of Gateway. 7

3.1.       Site Preparation. 7

3.2.       Power. 7

3.3.       Antenna. 7

3.4.       Location and Mounting.. 8

4.     Front Panel LEDs. 8

5.     Accessing Gateway Configuration Menu. 9

5.1.       Using Ethernet Port to Access Configuration Menu  9

5.2.       Using RS-232 Port to Access Configuration Menu. 13

6.     Connecting Gateway to Internet. 18

6.1.       Connecting Gateway to an Ethernet LAN. 18

6.1.1.    Configuring the LAN Connection. 18

6.1.2.    Testing the LAN connection. 19

6.2.       Connecting Gateway Using a MODEM (G-900-2-ED only) 19

6.2.1.    Connecting Gateway to a Phone Jack. 19

6.2.2.    Configuring Dialup Information. 19

6.2.3.    Other Dialup Settings. 20

6.2.4.    Testing your MODEM connection. 21

6.3.       Connecting Gateway Using Proxy Servers. 21

7.     SD Card. 22

8.     Troubleshooting.. 23

9.     Technical Specifications. 24

9.1.       Ethernet Interface. 24

9.2.       MODEM Interface (G-900-2-ED) 24

9.3.       RS-232 Console Interface. 24

9.4.       SD Memory Card Interface. 24

9.5.       Antenna Interface. 24

9.6.       AC Power Requirements. 25

Table of Contents (cont)

 

9.7.       802.3af Power over Ethernet (G-900-2-POE) 25

9.8.       Other Specifications. 26

10.        Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity. 27

10.1.     Manufacturers Address. 27

10.2.     FCC Part 15. 27

10.3.     FCC Part 68. 28

10.4.     Industry Canada (IC) 28

11.        OmniSense, LLC Limited Hardware Warranty. 30

 


Table of Figures

Figure   1 - Typical Gateway ID Label 5

Figure   2 - Gateway Front Panel 8

Figure   3 - Running ipconfig Command. 10

Figure   4 - Result of ipconfig Command. 11

Figure   5 - Running Telnet Command on a PC. 11

Figure   6 - Example of Result of Running the Telnet Command. 12

Figure   7 - Gateway Configuration Menu. 12

Figure   8 - Launching HyperTerminal Window. 13

Figure   9 - Entering HyperTerminal Connection Name. 14

Figure 10 - Selection HyperTerminal Connection. 14

Figure 11 - Setting HyperTerminal COM Properties. 15

Figure 12 - Gateway Configuration Welcome Screen. 16

Figure 13 - Gateway Menu Screen. 17

 

 

 

 

 

OmniSense G-900-2 Gateway List of Parts

Part

Quantity

OmniSense G-900-2 Gateway

1

2 DBI Dipole Antenna

1

AC to DC Power Supply

1

RJ-11 Phone Cable (G-900-2-ED)

1

Ethernet Cable

1

 

 


 

1.  Overview

This manual applies to the OmniSense G-900-2 family of gateways including the G-900-2-E, G-900-2-ED and G-900-2-POE model gateways.  Note that some features discussed in this manual may not apply to all models of gateways.  To identify what model gateway you have, look at the label on the bottom of the gateway in the upper right hand corner as shown in Figure   1.

 

Figure   1 - Typical Gateway ID Label

2.  Gateway Activation and Site Creation

A gateway sends all the data it collects to the OmniSense Database Server (ODS). Data can be accessed by the user at www.omnisense.com.  In order for data to be stored and accessible the gateway must first be activated and assigned to a user-created “site” at www.omnisense.com.  To create a site and activate the gateway, users must first register as a subscriber at www.omnisense.com.  Subscribers can create sites by logging into their account at www.omnisense.com and using information that describes the site to be monitored (customer name, address, email etc) after which the user assigns one or more gateways to that site.  When sensors send data through a gateway assigned to a site, those sensors are automatically assigned to that site as well. 

 

To complete site creation, the user must sign up for the OmniSense Monitoring Service, using a credit card to create a subscriber account.  The monitoring service is a fee based service.  Current monitoring rates are available at www.omnisense.com .  Monitoring is subject to OmniSense’s Monitoring Service Agreement (MSA).

Make sure to record the gateway ID which is on the ID label located on the bottom of the gateway as shown in Figure   1.  You will need this ID in order to activate your gateway at www.omnisense.com.

3.  Installation of Gateway

3.1. Site Preparation

The gateway requires a power source (either AC or Power over Ethernet if you have a G-900-2-POE) and either a LAN or MODEM (if you have a G-900-2-ED) internet connection.  When planning your site installation make sure to provide for these requirements.  The gateway should be located as centrally as possible to planned sensor locations.

3.2. Power

The gateway requires 3.3VDC which is provided by the supplied AC adapter.  Connect the adapter to an AC power source and plug the jack into the “3.3VDC” receptacle on the gateway front panel.  For G-900-2-POE model gateways power can also be provided using an 802.3af standards compliant Power over Ethernet connection.  OmniSense also sells an adapter to allow the G-900-2-POE to work with Cisco pre-standard inline power.  When power is active the PWR LED will be on.

3.3. Antenna

The antenna supplied with your gateway connects to the “Antenna” connector on the gateway front panel.  It should be screwed on “finger tight”.  The antenna is designed to swivel in all directions and must be “pointed at the sky” or in other words vertically oriented for best wireless performance.

3.4. Location and Mounting

The gateway can either be wall mounted using the built in teardrop shaped screw holes on the bottom of the case[1] or it can be placed on any horizontal surface.  Regardless of how it is mounted take care to ensure the antenna is pointed skyward. For best system wireless coverage locate the gateway central to where the sensors are to be installed.  Do not locate the gateway close to large metal obstructions such as filing cabinets or refrigerators.

4.  Front Panel LEDs

Figure   2 - Gateway Front Panel

 

The gateway front panel, shown in Figure   2, contains several LEDs which provide useful information on the status of the gateway.  The LEDs indicate the following:

1)    Wireless

a)    TX LED – consistent rapid flashing indicates normal transmitter operation.

b)    RX LED – flashes briefly while the gateway is receiving data over the wireless link.  The activity of this LED depends on the number of sensors in your system and the sensor reporting interval.

2)    Status LED – lit when gateway is communicating normally with the OmniSense Database Server or ODS. 

3)    MODEM (Only valid for G-900-2-ED models)

a)    Link LED – flashes to indicate MODEM is attempting to dial out, steady light indicates MODEM is connected to far side MODEM

b)    Act LED – when lit indicates gateway has successfully logged in to your ISP, flashes to indicate sending and receiving of packets

4)    LAN

a)    Speed LED – always off indicating 10 Mb/s link speed

b)    Link LED – Ethernet link is active, flashes to indicate transmit or receive of packets

5)    PWR – when lit indicates power is on

5.  Accessing Gateway Configuration Menu

The gateway configuration can be changed using the configuration menu.  The configuration menu can be reached by either the Ethernet port connection or the RS-232 port[2] connection.  The same menu settings are available regardless of connection method.

5.1. Using Ethernet Port to Access Configuration Menu

Use the following steps to access the configuration menu using the LAN connection.

1)    Disable and disconnect ALL network connections on your Laptop/PC EXCEPT for the LAN connection and then reboot your PC in order to force it to use an Auto Assigned IP Address.

2)    Connect the gateway to your laptop or PC using the supplied Ethernet cable.

3)    Apply power to the gateway, verify that the LAN Link LED is lit and/or flashes

a)    If the LAN Link LED does not go on and/or flash you will need to use an Ethernet crossover adapter or an Ethernet Hub.

4)    Wait for ~30 seconds while the PC assigns itself an Auto IP address. 

5)    On your PC, verify that it has assigned itself the correct Auto IP address using “Start->Run” to execute the command “cmd /K ipconfig” as shown in Figure   3. The windows IP configuration window will open, as shown in Figure   4. Note that any 169.254.xxx.xxx address is acceptable and your address need not exactly match the address shown in Figure   4.

 

 

 

Figure   3 - Running ipconfig Command

Figure   4 - Result of ipconfig Command

 

6)    On your PC, connect to the gateway configuration menu using “Start->Run” to execute the command “telnet 169.254.1.1 9999” as shown in Figure   5.  You should see a new window as shown in Figure 6.

a)    If this command fails then it is likely your PC is not using an auto assigned IP address – make sure you followed the instructions in step 1.

 

Figure   5 - Running Telnet Command on a PC

 

Figure   6 - Example of Result of Running the Telnet Command

 

7)    Press the space bar to access the configuration menu as well as view the current gateway settings.  You should see a menu as shown in Figure 7.

 

Figure   7 - Gateway Configuration Menu

 

8)    Individual settings can then be modified by selecting the desired menu item. 

a)    Don’t forget to save your changes! 

b)    Note that saving changes forces a reboot which will disconnect your telnet session from the gateway.

5.2.  Using RS-232 Port to Access Configuration Menu

Use the following steps to access the configuration menu using the RS-232 port connection.

1)    Connect the gateway’s RS-232 port to your PC’s serial COM port (usually designated “COM1” but can vary) using a serial cable[3].

2)    On your PC start a HyperTerminal window using “Start->Run” to execute the command “hypertrm” as shown in Figure   8. 

Figure   8 - Launching HyperTerminal Window

 

a)    You will be prompted to enter a name for the new connection as shown in Figure   9 – enter any name you like and click on OK.

Figure   9 - Entering HyperTerminal Connection Name

 

b)    You will then be prompted to select how to connect to the gateway – usually this is through the “COM1” port but it will vary from PC to PC and in some cases may be through a serial adapter on a USB port.  Select the appropriate COM port name and click on OK as shown in Figure 10.

Figure 10 - Selection HyperTerminal Connection

 

c)    You will then be prompted to enter the COM port settings.  Enter the settings as shown in Figure 11 and click OK.

 

Figure 11 - Setting HyperTerminal COM Properties

 

3)    You are now ready to power on the gateway.  Power on the gateway and your HyperTerminal window should look like Figure 12.  If you have problems make sure the HyperTerminal window is the currently selected window on your desktop and make sure you do not currently have any text selected in the HyperTerminal window.

 

Figure 12 - Gateway Configuration Welcome Screen

 

4)    Press the space bar within 5 seconds of power up to access the gateway configuration menu as shown in Figure 13.

5)    Individual settings can then be modified by selecting the desired menu item. 

a)    Don’t forget to save your changes! 

 

 

 

 

Figure 13 - Gateway Menu Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.  Connecting Gateway to Internet

The gateway will automatically use the LAN connection, if present.  If the LAN connection is inactive the gateway will attempt to dial out until maximum number of retries is reached.  Note that if you have an active LAN connection but you want the gateway to use the MODEM connection you must change the gateway settings from “Auto Detect Connection” to “Use MODEM Connection”. 

6.1. Connecting Gateway to an Ethernet LAN

Using the supplied Ethernet cable, connect the gateway’s “LAN” port to an available and active data port on your LAN network.  Power on the gateway and the Link LED should go on within 1-2 seconds.  If it does not, see the troubleshooting chart.

6.1.1.   Configuring the LAN Connection

The gateway is shipped from the factory to plug and play with most common LAN environments but from time to time you may need to change the settings to be compatible with “non-standard” LAN environments.  Some possible LAN configurations include:

1)    Setting a non-zero “LAN static IP”, “LAN default gateway IP” and “LAN subnet mask”

a)    You should use a static IP address only if instructed to do so by your network administrator.

2)    Setting the “LAN Static IP” to 000.000.000.000 (this is the factory default) which forces the gateway to use DHCP to acquire an IP address from your network’s DHCP server.

a)    Note that if no DHCP server is found the gateway will default to an auto-assigned IP address of 169.254.1.1 and will continue to try to get a DHCP assigned address as well.

6.1.2.   Testing the LAN connection

If the Status LED goes on the LAN connection is working.  If the status LED does not go on the LAN connection is not working – see the troubleshooting chart.

6.2. Connecting Gateway Using a MODEM (G-900-2-ED only)

You must have a working dialup account in order to use the MODEM.

6.2.1.   Connecting Gateway to a Phone Jack

Connect the gateway to an active analog[4] telephone jack using the supplied RJ-11 phone cable or a similar phone cable. 

 

Note that the MODEM interface is surge protected by a non-replaceable non-resetting slow-blow fuse.  If you use a phone line that experiences frequent surges or lightening strikes you should put a surge protector in line with the phone line to protect the MODEM from damage.

6.2.2.   Configuring Dialup Information

The gateway needs to know your Internet Service Provider (ISP) phone number, username, and password.  These must be set using the configuration menu.  If you do not already have an ISP account OmniSense recommends using www.erweb.net as they have been proven interoperable with our gateway.  In most cases one ISP account can support many gateways and in the event your ISP only allows a single login at a time the gateway will continue to attempt to login until maximum numbers of retries is reached.

6.2.3.   Other Dialup Settings

In most office environments you will need to dial 9 for an outside line in which case you should change the dialup number on the configuration menu to include a dialing prefix of “9,”.  For example:

 

·         “Set dialup number(9,18666633679)”

Do not forget the comma as that instructs the MODEM to pause before dialing the next number, and the pause is required to wait for a dial tone from the outside line.

 

You can also configure the time between server connection attempts and the maximum number of dialup retries used during a connection attempt.  By limiting the number of dialup retries you can prevent the MODEM from monopolizing the phone line in the event your ISP is not responding.

 

The gateway configuration menu also has a configuration option to allow you to specify a “MODEM Custom AT command string”.  This is rarely used and is provided for operating the MODEM outside of North America.

6.2.4.   Testing your MODEM connection

After power up and if the LAN cable is disconnected[5] the gateway will always attempt to dial up the configured ISP such that you can get immediate confirmation at the time of installation that the MODEM connection is working.  If the Status LED goes on, and you must watch it carefully as in most cases it will only stay on for a few seconds, the MODEM connection is working.  See the section on troubleshooting if you do not see the Status LED go on.

6.3. Connecting Gateway Using Proxy Servers

Some networks, especially large corporate networks, block users from direct access to the internet.  Instead, users must access the internet through a proxy server.  The gateway can operate with proxy servers – you must set the gateway’s “Remote Server IP” to the IP address of the network’s proxy server.  If you do not know the proxy server IP address contact your network administrator.

 

To set your gateway back for use in a standard (i.e. no proxy server) network environment set the “Remote Server IP” to 12.43.214.176.

7.  SD Card

The SD card is currently used only for in-the-field firmware upgrades.  In future software releases it may be used for data storage.  Currently data is stored to the internal 32 Mb FLASH file system.


8.  Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Solution

LAN Link LED is on, but Status LED never goes on

LAN connection Gateway is using does not have internet access because internet connection is down or does not exist.

Verify the LAN port you are using can access the internet. 

LAN connection Gateway is using does not have direct internet access because network uses a proxy server.

See section on operating with a Proxy server.

LAN Link LED does not go on

The LAN Ethernet port you are using is not active,

Make sure the Ethernet jack you are using is active – check with another computer or laptop. 

The Ethernet cable is not plugged in.

Check the Ethernet cable connections and make sure they “click” when the plugs are pushed in. 

The LAN Ethernet port you are using is configured as a client.

Use an Ethernet crossover adapter.

The Ethernet cable is bad.

Replace the Ethernet cable.

Status LED is ON but when I logon to the web site I do not see my data

Gateway out of range of sensors

Relocate gateway closer to sensors

Not all of my sensors are Active on the web site

Gateway out of range of sensors

Relocate gateway closer to sensors or add additional gateway(s) to expand wireless coverage

MODEM Link LED goes solid on but Act LED never flashes

Bad username and/or password

Verify username and password are correct

MODEM Link LED never goes solid

No dial tone

Verify phone line has dial tone

Bad dialup phone number

Verify dialup phone number is correct

Missing DSL filter

Assuming your phone line is used for DSL service, add DSL filter to the line

 

9.  Technical Specifications

9.1. Ethernet Interface

·         Ethernet Version 2.0/IEEE 802.3

·         RJ45 Ethernet 10Base-T

·         ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, Telnet, ICMP, DHCP, Auto IP

·         Management –Telnet Login

·         Link/Activity LED

9.2. MODEM Interface (G-900-2-ED)

·         Data rates from 300 bps to 56kbps

·         V.42, V.42bis, MNP 2-5

·         Bell : Bell 103, Bell 212A

·         Automatic Rate Negotiation

·         US Bellcore, UK and Japanese standards

·         DTMF Tone Generation

·         AT Command Set Support

·         Link and Activity LED’s

·         RJ-11 modular connector

9.3. RS-232 Console Interface

·         Operates at 57600,8,n,1

·         Female DB-9 connector

9.4. SD Memory Card Interface

·         SD Physical Layer Specification Ver.1.0 Compliant

·         SD Card must be FAT16 format

9.5. Antenna Interface

·         Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA) connector type

·         10 dBm maximum power output

9.6. AC Power Requirements

The gateway should be powered using the supplied AC to DC power adapter.

·         Supply connector dimensions - 2.1 mm ID x 5.5 mm OD x 12 mm L

·         Supply voltage - 3.3 VDC

·         Maximum supply current - 250 mA

9.7. 802.3af Power over Ethernet (G-900-2-POE)

The gateway should be powered from an IEEE Std. 802.3af compliant power source[6].

·         IEEE Std. 802.3af Compliant (for PoE-PD Interface)

·         Supports power classification and is an IEEE Std. 802.3af Class 1 device

·         1500 VDC Isolation

·         Supports power on either the data pairs (1/2 and 3/6) or the spare pairs (4/5 and 7/8) using either polarity

·         Optional support for “Cisco pre-standard inline power” with external adapter part number CPA-001 available from OmniSense LLC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.8.              Other Specifications

Parameter

Min

Typ

Max

Units

Operating Temperature

-40

25

85

°C

Storage Temperature

-40

 

85

°C

Operating Humidity

0

 

95

%RH[7]

Operating Voltage

 

3.3

 

Vdc

Operating Current Active

 

250

 

mA

Gateway Length

 

7.5

 

Inches

Gateway Width

 

5.0

 

Inches

Gateway Height

 

1.75[8]

 

Inches

Gateway Weight

 

16

 

Ounces

Wireless Frequency Band

902

 

928

MHz

Wireless Transmit Power

 

10

 

dBm

Wireless Range

 

100[9]

 

m

Wireless Channels

 

64

 

Channels

Wireless Channel Separation

 

400

 

KHz

 

 


10.       Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity

10.1.             Manufacturers Address

OmniSense LLC

3401 W. 5th Street, Suite 210

Oxnard CA 93030

U.S.A.

10.2.             FCC Part 15

This Product Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: RY20002.

 

This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)   this device may not cause interference, and

(2)   this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

 

The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

 

FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

10.3.             FCC Part 68

 

This equipment complies with FCC Rules Part 68. Located on the bottom of the Gateway are the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). You must provide this information to the telephone company if requested.  The REN is used to determine the number of devices you may legally connect to your telephone line. In most areas, the sum of the REN of all devices connected to one line must not exceed five (5.0). You should contact your telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.

 

This equipment uses the following USOC jacks: RJ11C.

 

This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs.

 

An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug are provided with this equipment, which is designed to connect to the telephone network or premises wiring using a Part 68 compliant compatible jack. See installation instructions for details.

10.4.             Industry Canada (IC)

This Product Contains Transmitter Module IC ID:6474A-0002.

 

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus, ICES-003 of Industry Canada.  This device complies with Canadian RSS-210 regulations.

 

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number is located on the bottom of the Gateway.

 

NOTICE: The Industry Canada (IC) label identifies certified equipment. This certification means the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company’s inside wiring associated with a single-line, individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord.) The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Currently, telecommunication companies do not allow users to connect their equipment to jacks except in precise situations that are spelled out in tariffing arrangements with those companies. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.


11.       OmniSense, LLC Limited Hardware Warranty

Limited Hardware Warranty.  OmniSense will repair or replace any hardware product (“Hardware”) found to have a manufacturing defect for 12 months from date of purchase. This warranty does not cover the cost of any labor or materials incurred to remove or replace the defective sensor or device. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any of the following:  negligent use or misuse of the Hardware; use of improper voltage or current; use contrary to Installation Instructions; disassembly, repair or alteration of the Hardware by anyone other than OmniSense or its authorized representative(s).  Further, the limited warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes, tornadoes or any batteries that are included with the Hardware.  The purchaser acknowledges that ANY SENSING HARDWARE, INCLUDING THE OMNISENSE HARDWARE ARE SUBJECT TO COMPROMISE OR FAILURE TO WARN FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS.  For example:

o    Temperature, humidity, AC Power or other parameters that are being monitored by the Hardware might not be consistent with actual readings of the same or similar parameters in areas other than those where the Hardware is located;

o    The Hardware will not work properly without power.  In the event of an interruption or failure of the power source, the Hardware may fail;

o    Wireless signals sent or received by the Hardware may be locked;

o    The ability of the Hardware to work depends on proper installation and positioning.

o    While the Hardware in conjunction with a Monitoring Service may provide a warning as designed, there is no assurance that such warning will be timely enough so as to prevent property damage.

o    The Hardware requires the usage of a communication system.   Any interruption or disruption of the communications system will adversely affect the proper operation of such Hardware.

o    The Hardware, like other electrical devices, is subject to component failure.  The electronic and other components of the Hardware may fail at any time. 

o    In order to insure proper function of the Hardware, the Hardware must be properly cared for and maintained.  It cannot be abused or subjected to hazards, including current surges, changes in voltage and the like.  Purchaser should test the Hardware frequently to insure that the Hardware is operating properly. 

The foregoing limited warranty will be deemed invalid if Purchaser has failed to maintain or repair the Hardware in accordance with OmniSense’s direction to Purchaser.

 

Disclaimer of Warranty.  Other than the limited warranty set forth above, OMNISENSE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  OMNISENSE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY OR MANNER WHATSOEVER TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE, INJURY OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER OR HOWSOEVER CAUSED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS REVENUE, FAILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SAVING, OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSS EVEN IF OMNISENSE IS MADE AWARE OF SUCH POSSIBILITY, RELATED TO OR ARISING, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, FROM THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OR THE PURCHASER'S USE OR INTENDED USE OF THE HARDWARE.

 

Limitation of Liability. OMNISENSE, ITS AGENTS, OFFICERS, DISTRIBUTORS, DIRECTORS AND EMPLOYEES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE.  IN NO EVENT WILL OMNISENSE’S LIABILITY UNDER THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE HARDWARE.  THE PARTIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE FORGOING AMOUNT REFLECTS THE ALLOCATION OF RISK BETWEEN OMNISENSE AND PURCHASER AND PROVIDE LIMITED RECOURSE TO PURCHASER.  Purchaser further understands that OmniSense is not an insurer and that insurance, if any, shall be the responsibility of the Purchaser.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



[1] Screws not supplied

[2] Cable not supplied – you will need a serial cable with DB-9 connectors which is available at most computer supply stores.

[3] Not supplied

[4] Residential phone lines are typically analog while office lines are digital.  In an office you should use a phone line that can support a fax/modem.

[5] Or if you have manually configured the gateway to always “Use MODEM Connection” option

[6] Optional support for “Cisco pre-standard inline power” with external adapter part number CPA-001 available from OmniSense LLC.

[7] Non-condensing

[8] Excludes antenna

[9] Varies based on many factors including the presence of obstacles such as concrete walls and interference from other electronic equipment

The OmniSense G-900-2-E family of datalogging gateways connects the OmniSense family of sensors to the internet. A gateway communicates wirelessly with a sensor whenever a sensor initiates a wireless connection with the gateway. The gateway then stores the sensor reading in its internal FLASH. If the gateway has a internet connection the sensor reading is immediatley transferred to our database server where it is then immediately available to users on teh web site. If theer is no internet connection available, the data remains stored in teh internal FLASH memory until a internet conneciton is establihsed. It combines an x86 based embedded Linux web server and a 900MHz wireless transceiver into a compact enclosure. A Gateway constantly monitors for any Sensors attempting a connection. When a connection with a Sensor is established the Gateway will typically read out the Sensor’s log file containing the measurements the Sensor has taken, and then relay that data over an internet connection to the OmniSense FMS Database Server. The Gateway can also, on command from the FMS Web Server, update the Sensor’s time of day, read out the Sensor’s stored GPS position1, and even perform an in-service firmware upgrade of the Sensor’s operating firmware. The software in the Gateway can also be upgraded while the Gateway is in service. One Gateway can cover an area of roughly 100 meters in diameter and support more than 1000 sensors2. Multiple Gateways can be used together to provide full coverage of larger areas.

Embedded Web Server

The G-900-E Gateway uses an Intel x86-compatible processor running an embedded Linux operating system to run the processes which enable connectivity to a LAN and or the internet. The Gateway runs all the common protocols necessary for true plug and play operation with most common LAN and WAN environments. In most applications the Gateway can be plugged in and with no user configuration it will relay Sensor data to the OmniSense FMS web site.  

Wireless Link

The G-900-E Gateway uses the 915 MHz frequency band which the FCC permits unlicensed use for Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) purposes under FCC Part 15.247. Within that band the G-900-E uses a technique known as Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) to minimize the chance of interference with other devices sharing the same frequency band. The use of 127 different hopping channels virtually guarantees an error free link can be established between a Gateway and Sensors even in the presence of other devices, including other Gateways, sharing the same frequency band. The system uses both a Network Address (like your zip code) which is common to all Gateways and Sensors at a site and a Device Address (like your street address) which is unique to every Gateway and Sensor. The combination of addresses ensures a reliable, secure, error free link between Gateways and Sensors.


Network Security

The G-900-E is totally secure and hacker-proof by design. Hackers can not gain access to your network through a G-900-E. This is accomplished not through clever encryption or passwords but through a simple fact of the system’s architecture. A gateway only does one thing; it reads data from the sensor and relays that data to a pre-programmed IP address. A gateway accepts no commands from a sensor and it can not be configured or controlled from the wireless interface. Simply stated, accessing other devices on your LAN through a G-900-E is not possible.  

Ethernet Interface

The LAN interface technical specifications are as follows:

Power Requirements

The gateway should be powered using the supplied AC to DC power adapter.

Specifications

Parameter

Min

Typ

Max

Units

Operating Temperature

-40

25

85

°C

Storage Temperature

-40

 

85

°C

Operating Humidity

0

 

95

%RH3

Operating Voltage

 

3.3

 

Vdc

Operating Current Active

 

200

 

mA

Gateway Length

 

4.25

 

Inches

Gateway Width

 

2.625

 

Inches

Gateway Height

 

1.254

 

Inches

Gateway Weight

 

3

 

Ounces

Wireless Frequency Band

902

 

928

MHz

Wireless Transmit Power

 

10

 

dBm

Wireless Range

 

1005

 

m

Wireless Channels

 

127

 

Channels

Wireless Channel Separation

 

200

 

KHz

1 Permanently stored by the OmniSense Installer at time of installation

2 Assuming the Sensors report in once per hour

3 Non-condensing

4 Excludes antenna

5 Varies based on many factors including the presence of obstacles such as concrete walls and interference from other electronic equipment

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