Overview

This chapter describes the Cisco Industrial Routers (IR500) Series WPAN Gateway and WPAN Range Extender and includes the following topics:

Features

WPAN Gateway Features

The WPAN gateway provides secure network connectivity over 6LoWPAN/RPL/IEEE 802.15.4g/e subnets to field devices equipped with Ethernet and serial adapters. The device features:

Its main characteristics are:

  • Small form factor IEEE 802.15.4g/e 902-928 MHz frequency band operation
  • Network Backhaul Interface

–blank.gif 1 x IEEE 802.15.4g/e WPAN 902-928 MHz Mesh interface

  • Network Device Interfaces

–blank.gif 1 x 10/100 Fast Ethernet

–blank.gif 1 x RS232 Serial port

–blank.gif 1 x USB port

–blank.gif 1 x RS232/RS485 Serial port

–blank.gif 1 x Console port

  • Alarm input
  • 6LoWPAN (RFC4944 and RFC6282)—IPv6 adaptation layer
  • RPL (RFC 6206, 6550, 6551, 6553, 6554, 6719)—Layer-3 Mesh Networking
  • IEEE 802.1x and 802.11i—Authentication and Key Management
  • Constrained Application Protocol (CoAP) and CoAP Simple Management Protocol (CSMP) network management
  • Raw Socket TCP—non-IP serial devices connectivity
  • Real-Time Clock—for maintaining the current time
  • Temperature Sensor—for measuring internal temperature of the device
  • IP30 enclosure

WPAN Range Extender Features

The WPAN range extender extends the range of an RF wireless mesh network, providing longer reach between WPAN endpoints and other WPAN networks.

WPAN range extenders support the full CG-Mesh network platform, including IEEE 802.15.4g/e, IEEE 802.1X, IPv6, and RPL.

The WPAN range extender features:

  • Small form factor IEEE 802.15.4g/e 902-928 MHz frequency band operation
  • 1 x Serial console port for configuration and management
  • Real-Time Clock—for maintaining the current time
  • Temperature Sensor—for measuring internal temperature of the device
  • Ruggedized IP67 outdoor enclosure
  • Optional battery backup

Product IDs and Accessories

WPAN Gateway Models

Table 1-1 lists and describes the IR509 WPAN product IDs and accessories.

 

Table 1-1 IR509 Product IDs and Accessories
Model
Description

IR509UWP-915/K9

The IR509UWP-915/K9 model includes:

  • IEEE 802.15.4g/e WPAN 902-928 MHz mesh interface
  • 10/100 Fast Ethernet port
  • RS232 serial port
  • RS232/RS485 serial port
  • USB port
  • Configurable alarm input (normally open or normally closed setup)
  • IP30 enclosure

IR500-H-BRKT

Horizontal bracket

IR500-V-BRKT

Vertical bracket

IR500-H-BRKT=

Horizontal bracket, Spare

IR500-V-BRKT=

Vertical bracket, Spare

WPAN Range Extender Models

Table 1-2 lists and describes the WPAN range extender models.

 

Table 1-2 WPAN Range Extender Models
Model
Description

IR529WP-915S/K9

Connected Grid Base Range Extender—IEEE 802.15.4e/g WPAN 900 MHz

IR529UBWP-915S/K9

Connected Grid Advanced Range Extender, configurable with single antenna and battery backup support—IEEE 802.15.4e/g WPAN 900 MHz

IR529UBWP-915D/K9

Connected Grid Advanced Range Extender, configurable with dual antenna and battery backup support—IEEE 802.15.4e/g WPAN 900 MHz

IR529UWP-915D/K9

Connected Grid Advanced Range Extender, configurable with dual antenna—IEEE 802.15.4e/g WPAN 900 MHz

Assembly Details

Front Panel—WPAN Gateway

This section describes the front panel components shown in Figure 1-1:

Figure 1-1 Front Panel of WPAN Gateway IR509UWP-915/K9 Model

 

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Status LEDs
6

10/100 Fast Ethernet port
2

Antenna connector
7

Power1 and alarm connector
3

RS232-DCE/RS485 selectable port
8

Reset button
4

RS232-DTE port
9

Ground connection point
5

USB port
 

 

1.DC power.

Status LEDS

The status LEDs provide status information on the WPAN gateway status, activity, and performance. For more information, see the “WPAN Gateway LEDs” section.

Antenna Connector

The antenna connector is a QMA, panel-mounted, 50-ohm connector for connecting the antenna to the WPAN gateway.

RS232/RS485 DCE Port

The RS232/RS485 DCE port is a configurable serial port for connecting a serial device to the WPAN Gateway. The Connected Grid Network Management System (CG-NMS) application is used to configure the port.

The port can be configured for RS232 or RS485. RS232 operates in full duplex mode on the port, and RS485 operates in half duplex or full duplex mode. You can also use the CG-NMS to obtain statistics about the serial port including bytes sent and bytes received information.

For information about connecting to the RS232-DCE or RS485 port, see the “Connecting to the RS232DCE/RS485 or RS232-DTE Ports” section.

RS232 DTE Port

The RS232 DTE port is a configurable serial port for connecting a serial device to the WPAN Gateway. The Connected Grid Network Management System (CG-NMS) application is used to configure the port.

You can also use the CG-NMS to obtain statistics about the port including bytes sent and bytes received information.

For information about connecting to the RS232 DTE port, see the “Connecting to the RS232DCE/RS485 or RS232-DTE Ports” section.

USB Port

For information about the USB port, see the Cisco IR 500 Series WPAN Gateway and Range Extender Release Notes on Cisco.com.

For information about connecting to the USB port, see the “Connecting to the USB Port” section.

10/100 Fast Ethernet Port

The 10/100 Fast Ethernet port provides IPv4 connectivity to devices. Connectivity over the IPv6-based Field Area Network (FAN) is provided using the Mapping of Address and Port using Translation (MAP-T) protocol by the WPAN gateway.

For information about connecting to the Fast Ethernet 10/100 port, see the “Connecting to the 10/100 Fast Ethernet Port” section.

Power and Alarm Connector

You connect the DC power and alarm connections to the WPAN gateway through the front panel connector. The gateway requires a DC power supply. The power connector labeling is on the connector. Figure 1-2 shows the power and alarm connector.

Figure 1-2 WPAN Gateway Power and Alarm Connector

 

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Table 1-3 describes the power connections.

 

Table 1-3 WPAN Gateway Power Connections

Label
Description

V

Positive DC power connection

RT

Return DC power connection

The alarm input connections allow the WPAN gateway to be wired to monitor an alarm condition. The alarm can be configured by the Connected Grid Network Management System to operate on a normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) basis. Table 1-4 describes the alarm connections.

 

Table 1-4 Alarm Connections

Label
Description

A

Each alarm connection is labeled identically—this means each connection can be an ‘Alarm in’ or ‘Alarm reference’ signal, provided the second alarm connection provides the other alarm signal.

The alarm input could be used to detect a remote alarm condition such as a normally locked cabinet door being opened or tampered with, or an attached electromechanical device losing power.

For information about wiring the power and alarm connector, see the “Wiring the WPAN Gateway DC Power” section and the “Wiring the WPAN Gateway Alarm” section.

Reset Switch

The reset switch is used to rest the WPAN gateway to its factory settings. To activate the reset, press the reset switch for three seconds.

Rear Panel—WPAN Gateway

This section describes the WPAN gateway rear panel components shown in Figure 1-3:

Figure 1-3 Rear Panel of WPAN Gateway IR509UWP-915/K9 Model

 

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Console port

You can connect the WPAN gateway to a PC or laptop through the RJ-45 console port.

For information about connecting to the console port, see the “Connecting to the WPAN Gateway Console Port” section.

Bottom Panel—WPAN Range Extender

This section describes the WPAN Range Extender bottom panel components shown in Figure 1-4:

Figure 1-4 Bottom Panel of Base Range Extender IR529WP-915S/K9 Model

 

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Antenna connector—N-type (female)
4

Ground connection
2

Console port
5

System LED
3

Power2 connector
6

Protective vent port

2.AC power.

Figure 1-5 Bottom Panel of Advanced Range Extender IR529UBWP-915S/K9 Model

 

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Antenna connector—N-type (female)
5

Protective vent port
2

Unused port
6

Ground connection
3

Hard points M8 x 1.25 mm, 8 mm deep (5/16-18 in., 5/16 in. deep)
7

Power3 connector
4

Console port
8

System LED

3.AC power.

Figure 1-6 Bottom Panel of Advanced Range Extender IR529UBWP-915D/K9 and IR529UWP-915D/K9 Models

 

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Antenna connector 1—N-type (female)
5

Protective vent port
2

Antenna connector 2—N-type (female)
6

Ground connection
3

Hard points M8 x 1.25 mm, 8 mm deep (5/16-18 in., 5/16 in. deep)
7

Power4 connector
4

Console port
8

System LED

4.AC power.

Antenna Connector

The antenna connector is a type N female coaxial connector.

Hard Points

The hard points are used for alternate mounting or as attach points for additional equipment.

Console Port

You can connect the WPAN range extender to a PC or laptop through the RJ-45 console port.

The console port is covered with a cable port seal—this is a liquid tight cover for protecting the WPAN range extender from environmental elements.

For information about connecting to the console port, see the “Connecting to the WPAN Range Extender Console Port” section.

Protective Vent Port

The protective vent port relieves pressure buildup inside the extender chassis that can be caused by changing temperatures in the installation environment. This prevents pressure from building up and damaging enclosure seals and the potential exposure of sensitive components to water. The vent also protects the extender interior from dust, dirt, water, and other environmental elements.

Ground Connection

The ground connection is used to ground the WPAN extender. A provided wired grounding lug is attached to the ground connection using screws. The other end of the ground wire is connected to an earth ground, such as a grounding rod or an appropriate grounding point on a pole that is grounded.

Power Connector

The power connector connects to the Cisco AC power cable shipped with the unit. Figure 1-7 shows the 3 pin AC power connector.

Figure 1-7 WPAN Range Extender AC Power Connector

 

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System LED

The system LED provide status information on the WPAN range extender activity and performance.

Top Panel—WPAN Range Extender

This section describes the WPAN range extender top panel components shown in .

 

Figure 1-8 Top Panel of Base and Advanced Range Extender

 

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Mounting holes

The mounting holes are for attaching the range extender to the bracket supplied for mounting the device on a pole or wall.

LEDs

WPAN Gateway LEDs

You can use the LEDs to monitor the gateway status, activity, and performance. Figure 1-9 shows the front panel LEDs.

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Noteblank.gif Each front panel LED has an equivalent matching LED on the top panel (See Figure 1-1).

Figure 1-9 WPAN Gateway Front Panel LEDS

 

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WPAN LED
6

USB LED
2

RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication) LED
7

10/100 FE LED
3

RS232-DCE LED
8

Alarm (ALM) LED
4

RS485 LED
9

System (SYS) LED
5

RS232-DTE LED
10

Power (PWR) LED

WPAN LED

The WPAN LED shows the status of the WPAN interface. Table 1-5 lists the WPAN LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-5 WPAN LED Status Descriptions

Color
Description
Yellow
Green

Off

Off

WPAN port is disabled.

On

Off

Searching for network.

Off

Slow blink

Joining WPAN network and configuring default route.

Off

Fast blink

Default route is available and DHCPv6 configuration is starting.

Off

On

Global IPv6 address is available.

RSSI LED

The RSSI LED shows the WPAN received signal strength at the WPAN interface. Table 1-6 lists the RSSI LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-6 RSSI LED Status Description
Color
Description
Yellow
Green

Off

Off

RSSI value is < -105 dBm

On

Off

RSSI value is -105 to -95 dBm

Off

Slow blink

RSSI value is -95 to -75 dBm

Off

Fast blink

RSSI value is -75 to -60 dBm

Off

On

RSSI value is > -60 dBm

RS232-DCE LED

The RS232-DCE LED shows the status of the RS232 serial communication on the port. Table 1-7 lists the RS232-DCE LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-7 RS232-DCE LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

RS232 is not selected as the serial communication standard—RS485 is selected, or the port is turned off completely.

Green

RS232 is selected as the serial communication standard and the port is active.

RS485 LED

The RS485 LED shows the status of the RS485 serial communication on the port. Table 1-7 lists the RS485 LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-8 RS485 LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

RS485 is not selected as the serial communication standard—RS232 is selected, or the port is turned off completely.

Green

RS485 is selected as the serial communication standard and the port is active.

USB LED

The USB Led shows the status of the USB port. Table 1-9 lists the USB LED Colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-9 USB LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

USB is not selected as the active DA2 Port (Which means that either the RS232 is selected as the active DA2 Port or the DA2 port is turned off completely)

Solid yellow

USB is selected as the DA2 Port and is active, but does not detect any USB device plugged in yet.

Solid green

USB port is active and has detected a USB device plugged in to its USB Port

RS232-DTE LED

The RS232-DTE LED shows the status of the RS232-DTE port. Table 1-10 lists the USB LED Colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-10 RS232-DTE LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

RS232-DTE is not selected as the active DA2 Port (Which means that either the USB is selected as the active DA2 Port or the DA2 port is turned off completely).

Solid green

RS232-DTE is selected as the DA2 Port and is active.

10/100 FE LED

The 10/100 FE LED shows the connectivity status of the 10/100 FE port. Table 1-11 lists the 10/100 FE LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-11 10/100 FE LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

10/100 FE port is inactive—the port is powered off or nothing is connected to it.

Green

10/100 FE port is active—a link is established with a connected device, and communication is established and a speed is negotiated.

Blinking yellow

Traffic activity detected—data communication with a connected device is in progress.

Power LED

The Power LED shows the power status of the WPAN gateway. Table 1-12 lists the power LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-12 Power LED Status Description
Color
Description

Off

Power is not present on the circuit, or the system is not powered up.

Yellow

Power is present on the external circuit, power is absent on an internal circuit—system is not operating normally.

Green

Power is present on external and internal circuits, system is operating normally

System LED

The System LED indicates the system status. Table 1-14 lists the system LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-13 System LED Status Description
Color
Description

Blinking Yellow

Packet transmission is completed

Blinking Green

A broadcast slot time is completed

Alarm LED

The Alarm LED indicates the alarm status. Table 1-14 lists the alarm LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-14 Alarm LED Status Description
Color
Status

Blinking Red

Bootload is in progress.

Off

No alarm detected.

Red

Alarm detected.

WPAN Range Extender LEDs

The WPAN Range Extender has one LED—a System LED.

Figure 1-10 WPAN Range Extender Status LED

 

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System LED

The System LED indicates the system status. lists the system LED colors and their meanings.

 

Table 1-15 System LED Status Description
Color
Description

Blinking Yellow

System is booting up

Blinking Green

System is active

Management Options

Connected Grid Network Management System

The Cisco Connected Grid Network Management System (CG-NMS) manages the WPAN gateway and WPAN range extender devices. CG-NMS provides:

  • Backend network configuration
  • Device monitoring
  • Event notification services
  • Network firmware upgrades
  • Power outage/restoration notification
  • Meter registration

CG-NMS also retrieves statistics on network traffic from the devices. For more information on CG-NMS and configuring the devices, see the Cisco Connected Grid Network Management System User Guide on Cisco.com.

CSMP Client

CSMP Client is a GUI field tool used to manage and monitor the WPAN gateway and WPAN range extender hardware and networking information.

The field tool provides two functions, "GET" and “POST” to obtain status and performance information about the devices in real-time. It can be used as a diagnostic tool to check a single device or the whole mesh network.

The field tool has three connection modes to connect a WPAN gateway or WPAN range extender:

  • Serial connection
  • IPv6 wireless connectivity
  • Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)

Connected Grid Device Manager

Connected Grid Device Manager (CG-DM) is a GUI field tool used to troubleshoot, configure and to update firmware images on WPAN Gateway devices.