netvox R311G Wireless Light Sensor User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- netvox
Table of Contents
netvox R311G Wireless Light Sensor
Introduction
R311G is a long-distance light sensor based on the LoRaWAN open protocol (Class A).
LoRa Wireless Technology:
LoRa is a wireless communication technology famous for its long-distance
transmission and low power consumption. Compared with other communication
methods, LoRa spread spectrum modulation technique greatly extend the
communication distance. It can be widely used in any use case that requires
long-distance and low-data wireless communications. For example, automatic
meter reading, building automation equipment, wireless security systems,
industrial monitoring. It has features like small size, low power consumption,
long transmission distance, strong anti-interference ability and so on.
LoRaWAN:
LoRaWAN uses LoRa technology to define end-to-end standard specifications to
ensure interoperability between devices and gateways from different
manufacturers. This device has been certified by the LoRa Alliance and is
allowed to use the following logo on the product:
Appearance
Main Features
- Compatible with LoRaWAN
- 2 sections of 3V CR2450 button battery power supply
- Report current surrounding illuminance
- Simple operation and setting
- Protection level IP30
- Compatible with LoRaWANTM Class A
- Frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology
- Configuration parameters can be configured through third-party software platforms, data can be read and alarms can be set via SMS text and email (optional)
- Available third-party platform: Actility / ThingPark, TTN, MyDevices/Cayenne
- Low power consumption and long battery life
Note:
Battery life is determined by the sensor reporting frequency and other
variables, please refer to
http://www.netvox.com.tw/electric/electric_calc.html On this website, users
can find battery life time for varied models at different configurations.
Set up Instruction
On/Off
Power on
| Insert batteries. (users may need a screwdriver to open) ;
Insert two sections of 3V CR2450 button batteries and close the battery cover.)
Turn on| Press any function key till green and red indicator flashes once.
Turn off (Restore to factory setting)| Press and hold the function key for 5
seconds till green indicator flashes for 20 times.
Power off| Remove Batteries.
Note:
| 1. Remove and insert the battery; the device memorizes previous on/off state by default.
2. On/off interval is suggested to be about 10 seconds to avoid the interference of capacitor inductance and other energy storage components.
3. Press any function key and insert batteries at the same time; it will enter engineer testing
mode.
Network Joining
Never joined the network
| Turn on the device to search the network.
The green indicator stays on for 5 seconds: success The green indicator remains off: fail
Had joined the network
| Turn on the device to search the previous network.
The green indicator stays on for 5 seconds: success The green indicator remains off: fail
Fail to join the network
(when the device is on)
| Suggest to check the device verification information on the gateway or consult your platform
server provider.
Function Key
Press and hold for 5 seconds
| Restore to factory setting / Turn off
The green indicator flashes for 20 times: success The green indicator remains off: fail
Press once
| The device is in the network: green indicator flashes once and sends a report
The device is not in the network: green indicator remains off
Sleeping Mode
The device is on and in the network
| Sleeping period: Min Interval.
When the reportchange exceeds setting value or the state changes: send a data report according to Min Interval.
Low Voltage Warning
| Low Voltage | 2.4V |
|---|
Data Report
When the device is powered on and activated, it will immediately send a version package. Data will be reported once per hour by default setting.
Default setting:
- Maximum time: 3600s
- Minimum time: 3600s .
- BatteryChange: 0x01 (0.1V)
- IlluminanceChange:0x32 (50 lux)
Note:
MinInterval is the sampling period for the Sensor. Sampling period >=
MinInterval. The reported data is decoded by the Netvox LoRaWAN Application
Command document and http://www.netvox.com.cn:8888/page/index.
Data report configuration and sending period are as following:
Min Interval
(Unit:second)
| Max Interval
(Unit:second)
|
Reportable Change
| Current Change≥
Reportable Change
| Current Change＜
Reportable Change
---|---|---|---|---
Any number between
1~65535
| Any number between
1~65535
|
Can not be 0.
| Report
per Min Interval
| Report
per Max Interval
Example of ConfigureCmd
FPort：0x07
| Bytes | 1 | 1 | Var(Fix =9 Bytes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CmdID | DeviceType | NetvoxPayLoadData |
- CmdID– 1 byte
- DeviceType– 1 byte – Device Type of Device
- NetvoxPayLoadData– var bytes (Max=9bytes)
Description
|
Device
|
CmdID
| Device Type|
NetvoxPayLoadData
---|---|---|---|---
Config ReportReq
|
R311G
|
0x01
|
0x04
|
MinTime (2bytes Unit:s)
|
MaxTime (2bytes Unit:s)
|
BatteryChange (1byte Unit:0.1v)
|
Illuminancechange (2bytes Unit：1Lux)
|
Reserved (2Bytes,Fixed 0x00)
Config ReportRsp|
0x81
| Status (0x00_success)| Reserved (8Bytes,Fixed 0x00)
ReadConfig ReportReq| 0x02| Reserved (9Bytes,Fixed 0x00)
ReadConfig ReportRsp
|
0x82
|
MinTime (2bytes Unit:s)
|
MaxTime (2bytes Unit:s)
|
BatteryChange (1byte Unit:0.1v)
|
Illuminancechange (2bytes Unit：1Lux)
|
Reserved (2Bytes,Fixed 0x00)
- Command Configuration:
- MinTime = 1min、MaxTime = 1min、BatteryChange = 0.1v、Illuminancechange= 200 lux
- Downlink： 0104003C003C0100C80000 003C(Hex) = 60(Dec) , C8(Hex) = 200(Dec)
- Response：
- 8104000000000000000000（Configuration success）
- 8104010000000000000000（Configuration failure）
- Read Configuration:
- Downlink： 0204000000000000000000
- Response：
- 8204003C003C0100C80000（Current configuration）
Example#1 based on MinTime = 1 Hour, MaxTime= 1 Hour, Reportable Change
i.e. BatteryVoltageChange=0.1V
Note:
MaxTime=MinTime. Data will only be report according to MaxTime (MinTime)
duration regardless BatteryVoltageChange value.
Example#2 based on MinTime = 15 Minutes, MaxTime= 1 Hour, Reportable
Change i.e. BatteryVoltageChange= 0.1V.
Example#3 based on MinTime = 15 Minutes, MaxTime= 1 Hour, Reportable
Change i.e. BatteryVoltageChange= 0.1V.
Notes:
- The device only wakes up and performs data sampling according to MinTime Interval. When it is sleeping, it does not collect data.
- The data collected is compared with the last data reported. If the data change value is greater than the ReportableChange value, the device reports according to MinTime interval. If the data variation is not greater than the last data reported, the device reports according to MaxTime interval.
- We do not recommend to set the MinTime Interval value too low. If the MinTime Interval is too low, the device wakes up frequently and the battery will be drained soon.
- Whenever the device sends a report, no matter resulting from data variation, button pushed or MaxTime interval, another cycle of MinTime / MaxTime calculation is started.
Installation
This product does not have a waterproof function. After the joining is completed, please place it indoors. The dust in the installation position of the equipment needs to be wiped clean and then affixed to the equipment.
-
Remove the 3M adhesive on the back of the light sensor and attach the device to the position where the light value needs to be detected (please do not stick it to a rough surface to prevent the device from falling off after a long time).
Note: -
Wipe the surface clean before installation to avoid dust on the surface and affect the adhesion of the device.
-
Do not install the device in a metal shielded box or other electrical equipment around it to avoid affecting the wireless transmission of the device.
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When the illumination value detected by the illumination sensor is compared with the last reported illumination value, when the set value is exceeded (default 50 lux), the currently detected illumination value is sent. This figure shows the scene where the light sensor (R311G) is applied in the office.
It can also be applied to the following scenarios: -
Home
-
School
-
Storage room
-
Hospital
-
Bar
-
Stairs
-
Agricultural greenhouse
Places which need to detect the illumination value -
The battery installation method is shown in the figure below (battery with “+” facing outward).
Note:
To install the battery, use a screwdriver or similar tool to assist in opening
the battery cover.
Important Maintenance Instruction
Kindly pay attention to the following in order to achieve the best maintenance of the product:
- Keep the device dry. Rain, moisture, or any liquid, might contain minerals and thus corrode electronic circuits. If the device gets wet, please dry it completely.
- Do not use or store the device in dusty or dirty environment. It might damage its detachable parts and electronic components.
- Do not store the device under excessive heat condition. High temperature can shorten the life of electronic devices, destroy batteries, and deform or melt some plastic parts.
- Do not store the device in places that are too cold. Otherwise, when the temperature rises to normal temperature, moisture will form inside, which will destroy the board.
- Do not throw, knock or shake the device. Rough handling of equipment can destroy internal circuit boards and delicate structures.
- Do not clean the device with strong chemicals, detergents or strong detergents.
- Do not apply the device with paint. Smudges might block in the device and affect the operation.
- Do not throw the battery into the fire, or the battery will explode. Damaged batteries may also explode.
All of the above applies to your device, battery and accessories. If any device is not working properly, please take it to the nearest authorized service facility for repair.