BOSSPAC WASP NEST4 Smart Receiver and Gateway User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- BOSSPAC
Table of Contents
BOSSPAC WASP NEST4 Smart Receiver and Gateway
WARNING
- READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS DEVICE.
- TO PREVENT EQUIPMENT FAILURE, AND/OR DAMAGE, AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY, REGULAR CALIBRATION AND INSPECTION OF THIS DEVICE IS REQUIRED.
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD
- SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS 1, DIVISION 2.
- DO NOT RECONNECT POWER IN A HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT.
Introduction
NEST Receiver Introduction
This Operations Manual provides basic information on how to operate the
WASP™Nest Smart Receiver and Gateway. This manual covers the following topics:
- Installation of WASP™NEST
- Wiring of WASP™NEST
- Configuring of Individual WASP™Sensors
- System Information and Settings of WASP™NEST
- Maintenance of WASP™NEST
Installation
Included In The Package
The BossPac WASP™ NEST Receiver is shipped with an attachable antenna and
required cables. The BossPac WASP™ sensors, (configurable), are typically
shipped alongside.
Nest Receiver Installation
The equipment should be installed by a professional or certified technician
conversant with the certification requirements of the installation site.
Wiring NEST Receiver
Nest Receiver Mounting
The BossPac NEST™ receiver may be installed into existing panels or an
enclosure mounted within 300 meters (1000’) of the WASP™s. The ideal location
would have a direct line of sight to the sensors. There are four mounting
locations (threaded holes) and an environmental gasket on the flange of the
receiver. A cutout mounting template is also included with the receiver.
Attaching the 915 MHz Antenna
An antenna is provided by BossPac, included, and shipped with the NEST
Receiver. The following optional antennas may be purchased for use with the
NEST4S Receiver.
BossPac PN | Gain |
---|---|
EH002058 (Standard) | 3 dBi |
EH002059 | 1.2 dBi |
EH002060 | 8 dBi |
EH000625 | 11 dBi |
The technician must ensure proper mounting of the antenna to meet the
certification requirements of the installation site.
To attach the antenna, carefully screw the antenna cable to the SMA connection
at the base of the BossPac NEST™ Receiver Gateway. See the photo below. Attach
the antenna to the opposite end of the cable, (N-type connector).
Attaching the LTE Antenna
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT THE ANTENNA IN A HAZARDOUS
ENVIRONMENT.
Wiring NEST Circuit Board
The rear cover, (backplate), needs to be removed to access the following
connections: USB and SD Card connections.
Circuit Board Terminal Block
The NEST circuit board has a 16-pin terminal block. A diagram of the terminal
block is shown below.
- Pin 1 and Pin 2 are differential analog inputs.
- Pin 3 is a digital input.
- Pin 4 is an analog output.
- Pin 5 and Pin 7 are analog inputs.
- Pin 6 can be configured as a digital input or output.
- Pin 8 is a digital output.
- Pin 13 and Pin 14 are assigned for MODBUS connections.
- Pin 15(+5V to 24V) and Pin 16(GND) are the power connections. The NEST Receiver must be powered with a Class 2 power supply providing an input voltage between 5 VDC to 24 VDC
- Pins 9, 10, 11, and 12 are used for 4-wire serial connections.
Interface
The touch screen interface on the BossPac NEST™ displays important current information throughout all its screens. The name of the current screen is displayed at the top center. The current time and date are displayed at the bottom right. The current critical error count and warning count are displayed in the bottom left of the interface. These information sections, top bar and bottom bar of the touch screen are not interactive and are only intended to provide current system statistics to the viewer.
NOTE:
Warnings indicate a sensor(s) has reached the warning limit pre-determined in
the Sensor Setup screen. Critical Alarms indicate a sensor(s) has reached the
pre-determined shutdown limit and a shutdown signal has been issued. See the
section of this manual on “Configuring Individual Sensors” for details about
setting warning and critical alarm limits.
System Status Screens
When activating the BossPac WASP™ system for the first time the BossPac
NEST receiver will automatically detect all sensor pucks within the working
radius (assuming battery modules are attached to
the sensors).
The default screen, when turning on the BossPac NEST™ receiver or waking the screen from sleep mode, is the SYSTEM STATUS screen. The SYSTEM STATUS screen displays the number of sensors attached to the system as well as any current critical or warning alarm. The screen will also cycle through the critical screen and warning screen when the top half of the screen is tapped. The max values displayed are the current max values of the entire sensor array. Tapping on the SENSOR STATUS square will take you to the sensor status grid screen. Further tapping on a sensor square, EXHA 01 for example, will take you to a status screen for that individual sensor. Tapping on NEXT will cycle through available status grid pages, (all other sensors).
Each individual sensor status screen will display the name of the sensor along with the current status. Tapping on the bottom half of the screen will cycle the screen through more status data and settings of the sensor. Tapping on the top half of the screen will cycle the screen through the available sensors. (For example: Tap on right side of the top section cycles to next listed sensor EXHA 02. Tap on left side of the top section cycles to previous listed sensor INTK 10). To configure a sensor, or modify the settings, tap on the SETUP section.
Instructions on configuring individual sensors are covered under Section 3.2.9
Note: if no limits have been set, zeros will be displayed beside the parameter.
Main Menu
The NEST system information, sensor settings, configuration area, and log
options are accessed through the MAIN MENU tab of the SYSTEM STATUS default
screen. Tapping MAIN MENU will bring up a list of options. Tap the UP/DOWN
arrows to scroll through the available options. Choose SELECT to access the
desired high-lighted option. Tap SYSTEM STATUS to return to the default
startup screen.
System Info
Choosing the SYSTEM INFO screen will display 3 options: VERSION, UPTIME, and
RADIO. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to highlight the desired system information
option and tap SELECT.
Version
Selecting VERSION displays the current NEST firmware version. The screen also
displays the firmware compile date/time as well as the revision number. Tap
BACK to return to the SYSTEM INFO screen, or MAIN MENU to return to the MAIN
MENU screen. Uptime
The uptime screen simply displays how long the NEST has been active.
Radio
Selecting RADIO from the SYSTEM INFO screen will access the PROTOCOL STATUS
screen. This screen displays the number of data packets received by the NEST
from active connected sensor pucks. RADIO RESETS displays the number of times
the NEST has reset its internal radio. CRC MISMATCHES displays the number of
packets received that contain incomplete or bad data.
System Settings
To input or modify settings you will need to access the SYSTEM SETTINGS from
the MAIN MENU screen. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to highlight the SYSTEM SETTINGS
option and tap SELECT. The SYSTEM SETTINGS screen will be displayed with
several options that can be configured or modified.
SET LOG OPTION
The NEST always logs data to the SD Card, options are presented here to
additionally configure the NEST to stream live data over the RS485 port to an
external device. The stream live data option is for use with the optional data
logger or the accompanied NEST software on a personal computer. Set the log
data out direct option by choosing SET LOG OPTION from the SYSTEM SETTINGS
menu.
MAIN MENU > SYSTEM SETTINGS > SET LOG OPTION
Once in the LOG DATA OUT DIRECT screen simply choose: SD-CARD ONLY, SD-CARD
-
USB STREAM, or SD CARD + RS485 STREAM, and tap on SELECT.
- SD CARD ONLY: Logs data only to the SD Card.
- SD CARD + USB STREAM: Logs data to the SD Card and streams data out the USB port. This is intended for short-term use to view readings. This option is intertwined with the SD Card logging process and MUST NOT BE CONNECTED when the NEST clock rolls over to a new day.
- SD CARD + RS485 STREAM: Logs data to the SD Card and streams the data out the RS485 port. This option can be used for long-term serial data output to an external device.
IMPORTANT:
The RS485 port can be used either for Modbus Communications or Serial Stream.
If RS485 STREAM is selected MODBUS COMMUNICATIONS WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
Set Time/Date
To set the time and date on the NEST select the SET TIME/DATE option from the
SYSTEM SETTINGS screen. Set the time using the UP / DOWN arrows to change the
numeric value of the hour character. Use the LEFT / RIGHT arrows to move the
cursor to the minute character position. Once the time has been entered, tap
SET DATE and use the arrows to input the correct date. Once both the time and
date have been entered, choose DONE to save new time and date and return to
the SYSTEM SETTINGS screen. Set Password
You can setup a system password by selecting SET PASSWORD from the SYSTEM
SETTINGS menu. Once in the SET/CHANGE PASSWORD screen choose a 4-digit
password by using the up/down and right/left arrows. Click SAVE to save the
new password.
Set Modbus Parameter
To configure MODBUS parameters, select SET MODBUS PARAM from the SYSTEM
SETTINGS selection screen. A submenu will display the parameters to select:
RTU ADDRESS, BAUD RATE, or STOP BITS. If the direct output option was enabled,
you would be asked to disable it before modifying MODBUS parameters.
IMPORTANT:
The non-volatile memory where Writable registers are stored has an endurance
of 100,000 program/erase cycles. Any automated MODBUS Write functions should
only issue Write commands to the NEST when required. Continuously issuing
Write commands will destroy the non-volatile memory and will void the
warranty.
RTU Address
Configure the RTU ADDRESS of the receiver by using the arrow keys to navigate
and input the digits.
BAUD Rate
Configure the BAUD RATE of the receiver to either 9600, 14400, 19200 or 38400
by using the arrows on the right of the screen and choosing SELECT.
Stop Bits
Configure the STOP BITS of the receiver to either 1 or 2 by using the arrows
on the right of the screen and choosing SELECT. Set Temperature Unit
You can set the units of temperature to either Celsius or Fahrenheit by
selecting SET THERM UNITS from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. Simply choose the
unit of measurement and press SELECT.
Set Velocity Units
You can set the units of velocity to either mm/s or IPS (inch-per-second) by
selecting SET VEL UNITS from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. Simply choose the unit
of measurement and press SELECT.
Set Pressure Units
You can set the units of pressure to either BAR or PSI by selecting SET PRESS
UNITS from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. Simply choose the unit of measurement and
press SELECT.
Set Level Units
You can set the units to either METERS or FEET by selecting SET LEVEL UNITS
from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. Simply choose the unit of measurement and press
SELECT.
Clearing All Sensors
You can clear all sensors from the NEST’s memory by choosing CLEAR SENSORS
from the System menu. Once in the SENSOR SETTINGS> CLEAR ALL screen tap OK to
clear the sensors or CANCEL to go back to the System screen.
WARNING
CLEARING ALL SENSORS WILL REMOVE THE SENSORS AND ALL SETTINGS FROM THE NEST’S
MEMORY. BE SURE THIS IS WHAT YOU INTEND TO DO BEFORE CLICKING “OK”
MISE EN GARDE
“CLEAR ALL” DЀGAGE LA LISTE DE CAPTEUR ET TOUT LEUR PARAMЀTRAGE. SOYEZ SURE
AVANT DE CLIQUER “OK”
Adjust Brightness
The adjust brightness option allows you to change the brightness of the
screen to improve the readability of the screen under different lighting
conditions. *Note: the higher level of brightness will increase the current
consumption. You can adjust and set the screen brightness by choosing ADJUST
BRIGHTNESS from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. In the ADJUST BRIGHTNESS screen use
the UP/DOWN arrows to change the brightness level and tap DONE to save the
level.
Reset System Settings
The reset system settings option allows you to restore the receiver to its
default setting. You can restore the receiver default setting by choosing
RESET SYS SETTINGS from the SYSTEM SETTINGS menu. Once in the RESET SYS
SETTINGS screen tap on OK to authorize the system setting reset.
LOGS
The BossPac NEST System has extensive logging capabilities. The logs are stored on a MicroSD card in csv format.
Connecting to the USB port
The logs can be retrieved by connecting a computer to the USB micro-B
connector on the NEST main board. As the NEST is itself certified as a stand-
alone electrical enclosure, the connector is located behind the back panel for
Hazardous Location certification purposes.
IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO POWER THE DEVICE VIA THE USB PORT, AS THE SUDDEN REMOVAL OF POWER MAY CORRUPT THE MICROSD CARD. ****
Retrieving the Logs
The MicroSD card will appear on the computer as a removable storage drive.
Navigate to the drive using File Explorer. Copy the logs of interest from the
microSD card to a folder on your computer’s hard drive.
Formatting the microSD Card
From the Main Menu select LOGS and then FORMAT SD CARD to clear all logs from
the microSD card.
microSD Card Specifications
The NEST will work with microSD cards using either a FAT or FAT32 file system.
The NEST ships standard with a 2 GB microSD card rated down to -40C. Larger
cards can be used; however, care should be taken in selecting the SD card for
the operating environment. Consumer-grade SD cards are typically only rated
for temperatures down to -25C.
Sensor Lists
When first configuring or adding WASP™ Sensors to the WASP™ systems, it is necessary to “bind” the sensors to the receiver. The SENSOR LISTS will show all sensors that have been attached to the system to the system.
To access the SENSOR LIST:
MAIN MENU > SENSOR LISTS > SELECT
This brings up the main SENSOR LISTS screen with 3 options: FREE, BOUND, and
IGNORED.
- FREE: Shows all available sensors within range.
- BOUND: Identifies all sensors currently “bound” to the NEST Receiver.
- IGNORED: Identifies all sensors chosen to be ignored by the NEST Receiver, (if any).
Attaching a Device to the System
To add a sensor to the system.
MAIN MENU > NETWORK > ADD DEVICE
Enter a 6-digit numeric passphrase and press START. Using this pass phrase,
perform the Network Join procedure on the sensor to be added to the Network.
Binding and Ignoring Sensor Pucks
To bind a sensor to the receiver, you will need to select a sensor from the
FREE sensor list and bind it to the receiver. To access the FREE SENSOR LIST:
MAIN MENU > SENSOR LISTS > FREE
The FREE SENSOR LIST displays all sensors which are on the network, and
currently not bound to the receiver. Each sensor listed is displayed with list
index, sensor serial number, and the elapsed time since last update.
Example:
“1: 1366, 3S” means the NEST received the last data update 3 seconds ago from
the WASP sensor with serial number 1366.
To bind a sensor, scroll up/down and highlight a sensor from the FREE sensor
list. Once found, tap SELECT to move to BIND/IGNORE screen.
BIND will add this sensor to this receiver’s database. IGNORE will ignore the
sensor allowing another receiver to pick up that sensor. This is useful in
large installations where you may have overlap between the effective range of
sensors and receivers. After BIND action is selected, you need to select an
input to attach the sensor to. Attaching to an input allows the information to
be pulled for that individual sensor via MODBUS. The SELECT INPUT screen will
highlight the next “available” input and will also show the current bound
sensor inputs. Choose SELECT to attach to next available input or scroll to
desired input and SELECT.
The NEST Receiver will request confirmation to bind the sensor to the selected input, tap YES or NO. The receiver will jump back to the FREE list screen after the confirmation allowing this process to be repeated. Repeat this process until all the sensors you would like to bind are bound to the receiver.
If you happen to bind a sensor that you should not have – go to SENSOR LISTS. Then choose BOUND and scroll to find the sensor that should not have been bound. Select the sensor – then choose to IGNORE or REMOVE. IGNORE places the sensor on the ignored list – it can be bound at a later time. REMOVE- removes the sensor entirely from the system (until the next packet of information is received) allowing another sensor to take its place. There is a functional limit to the number of sensors that can be bound to the system. If the number of sensors in the area is greater than the functional limit, then the remove feature should be used to give the wanted sensor a chance to get on the list.
Adding the NEST To an Existing Network
To add the NEST to an existing network. Start the Network ADD process on the
NEST that has the network that you would like to add this NEST to.
MAIN MENU > NETWORK > JOIN NETWORK
Enter the 6-digit numeric passphrase used on the existing network NEST and
press START.
Removing the NEST From the Network
If you wish to remove the NEST from the Network, select:
MAIN MENU > NETWORK > CLEAR NETWORK
The previous network connection information will be removed from the NEST
and all SENSOR LISTs will be cleared. The NEST will automatically create a new
network that devices can be connected to. If you wish to have any devices
previously connected to the NEST on the new network, they will need to be
added by following the procedure in Attaching a Device to The System.
Alarm Overide
The ALARM OVERIDE is used to ignore an alarm during the startup process of the
machinery. During startup, or restart procedure, some machinery may run
rougher than normal. The override provides a waiting period, (usually about 5
minutes), to allow the machinery to get into sync, or natural rhythm, prior to
sending out warnings or alarms.
Diagnostic
The DIAGNOSTIC info and sensor log are both set to “Disable” as a default.
Configuring Individual Sensors
To configure an individual sensor, you must access that particular sensor’s
SENSOR SETTINGS screen. To access this screen, follow the instructions,
starting from the default SYSTEM STATUS screen. First tap the bottom right
SENSOR STATUS section of the default screen. This will take you to the sensor
status grid screen.
From this screen choose the sensor you would like to configure, (EXHA 01 for
example). Tapping on the sensor square, will take you to a status screen for
this individual sensor.
To configure or modify the settings for this sensor, tap the SETUP section,
(bottom right), from the SENSOR STATUS screen. This will take you to the
individual sensor SETTINGS screen.
This SETTINGS screen allows the user to modify the sensor name, update rate,
choose vibration axes, and configure the warning alarm and critical alarm
thresholds for the supported parameters.
To set an individual parameter scroll the UP/DOWN arrows to the desired
setting, or by tapping either the top or bottom part of the screen. Press
SELECT when the desired option is highlighted.
Setting Sensor Name
The sensors are identified by serial number and can be named to display a
descriptive nomenclature of up to 7 characters. To name a sensor, select the
SENSOR NAME option from the SETUP menu and use the UP / DOWN arrows to toggle
through the numeric and alphabetic option for each character. The LEFT / RIGHT
arrows will move the cursor to the next character position. Tap SAVE when
completed.
The new name will appear in the SENSOR STATUS. windows. Serial numbers remain intact and visible in the SENSOR STATUS>DETAILS window.
Setting Update Rate
The update rate of each sensor can be individually set within a range of 3
seconds to 10 minutes. To modify the update rate, tap the SETUP section from
the SENSOR STATUS screen. This takes you to the individual sensor SETTINGS
screen. Scroll and highlight UPDATE RATE and tap SELECT. At the SENSOR UPDATE
RATE menu use the arrow keys to move the cursor LEFT / RIGHT to the desired
character position. Use the UP / DOWN arrows to add or subtract the minute or
second numeric options. Tap OK to complete or CANCEL to return to the settings
screen.
Note:
The sensor will finish the current cycle, then complete one full cycle at
the previous update rate prior to switching to the new update time. While the
request is waiting to be sent, three dots (…) are shown instead of the update
interval.
Setting Sensor Vibration Axes
The sensors can be individually configured to measure all three vibration axes
(XYZ) combined, a combination of, or independently. To set the preferred
option, highlight VIB AXES from the sensor SETTINGS screen and tap SELECT. Use
the arrow keys to move the cursor LEFT / RIGHT to the desired character
position. Use the UP / DOWN arrows to toggle between 1 (enabled) or 0
(ignore).
Note:
The request is sent to the sensor at next complete update cycle. While the
request is waiting to be sent, three dots (…) are shown instead of the axis’s
selection.
Setting Temperature Warning and Critical Alarm Thresholds
To set the desired temperature warning and critical alarm thresholds for
each individual sensor, select the desired option from the SENSOR SETTINGS
screen, HI TEMP / HI-HI TEMP / LO TEMP / LO-LO TEMP. Press SELECT when the
desired option is highlighted. The bottom left quadrant of the screen will
display the current setting in Celsius (C) or Fahrenheit (F) or DISABLED if
there is no current threshold setting. Select or modify the desired
temperature by tapping the UP / DOWN and LEFT / RIGHT arrows. Once the desired
number, (temperature), has been selected press OK to save, or CANCEL the
editing and return to the SENSOR SETTINGS screen. Setting Acceleration
Warning and Critical Alarm Threshold
To set the desired acceleration warning and critical alarm thresholds for
each individual sensor, select the desired option from the SENSOR SETTINGS
screen, HI ACCEL / HI-HI ACCEL / LO ACCEL / LO-LO ACCEL. The bottom left
quadrant of the screen will display the current setting (in G’s) or DISABLED
if there is no current threshold setting. Select or modify the desired maximum
warning or maximum critical value by tapping the UP / DOWN and LEFT / RIGHT
arrows. Once the desired value has been selected press OK to save or CANCEL
the editing and return to the SENSOR SETTINGS screen.
Setting Velocity Warning and Critical Alarm Thresholds
To set the desired velocity warning and critical alarm thresholds for each
individual sensor, select the desired option from the SENSOR SETTINGS screen,
HI VEL / HI-HI VEL / LO VEL / LO-LO VEL. The bottom left quadrant of the
screen will display the current setting (in mm/s) or DISABLED if there is no
current threshold setting. Select or modify the desired maximum warning or
maximum critical value by tapping the UP / DOWN and LEFT / RIGHT arrows. Once
the desired value has been selected press OK to save or CANCEL the editing and
return to the SENSOR SETTINGS screen.
Setting Sensor Lost Warning
A warning can be issued to alert that a sensor has not reported to the NEST
Receiver for a pre-determined timeframe. To set the amount of elapsed time a
sensor can go without reporting, scroll down to, and highlight the LOST WARN
parameter, and tap SELECT to access the LOST SENSOR WARNING screen. The bottom
left quadrant of the screen will display the current setting (in minutes) or
0000 if no setting. Tap the UP / DOWN and LEFT / RIGHT arrows to set the
desired value and OK to save. Press CANCEL to cancel the editing and return to
the SENSOR SETTINGS screen.
Setting Temperature Multiplier Factor
To change the default setting highlight the parameter and modify the PERCENT
factor using the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT arrows. Tap OK to save.
Temperature Calibration
To set from the settings screen, scroll to, and select TEMP CALIBRATION to
calibrate the sensor temperature reading to a reference reading. Using the
UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT arrows enter the reference reading from an external
device such as a thermometer gun. Tap on OK to save the calibration or tap on
CANCEL to return to the settings screen.
Example:
If the WASP™ reads 23 °C and the thermometer gun you are reading reads 26 °C,
set the REF point to 26 °C for that sensor. This automatically applies a
preset multiplier to the sensor ensuring accuracy.
Maintenance
Rear Cover
The rear cover of the NEST receiver should remain in place during
operation. Do not remove except to access the NEST circuit board when
necessary. Replace rear cover upon completion of task.
Replacing Batteries
The BossPac NEST™ Receiver uses a 3V Lithium Battery to maintain clock and
memory function. After several years of use the battery may need to be
replaced. Use a standard CR2032 Lithium Coin Cell. In some models, the battery
is a component of the circuit board and replacement is not necessary.
WARNING
DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT THE BATTERY UNLESS THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-
HAZARDOUS.
Contact Info
BossPac engineers can be reached at:
- Email: support@bosspac.com
- Web: www.bosspac.com
- Phone: +1 403-216-1226
- Toll-Free: 866-616-1226 BossPac Engineering & Technology 1450 28th Street NE, Bay 8, Calgary, Alberta, CANADA T2A 7W6.
FCC & IC Statements
FCC Class B Part 15
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by BossPac Engineering Technology Inc.
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
ISED RSP-100 Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this equipment must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 8 inches (20cm) from
all persons.
References
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