netvox R718PC Wireless RS485 Adapter User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- netvox
Table of Contents
R718PC
Wireless RS485 Adapter
User manual
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This document contains proprietary technical information which is the property
of NETVOX Technology. It shall be maintained in strict confidence and shall
not be disclosed to other parties, in whole or in part, without the written
permission of NETVOX Technology. The specifications are subject to change
without prior notice.
Introduction
R718PC is a Class C type device based on the LoRaWAN open protocol of Netvox
and is compatible with the LoRaWAN protocol.
R718PC supports serial port transparent transmission. It can send the read
commands to other sensors supporting RS-485 protocol according to the
configured period, and the information returned by the other sensors will be
directly reported to the gateway. It supports up to 128 bytes of data
(depending on the current communication rate).
The serial port transparent transmission only supports RS-485 protocol.
LoRa Wireless Technology:
LoRa is a wireless communication technology dedicated to long-distance and low
power consumption. Compared with other communication methods, LoRa spread
spectrum modulation method greatly increases to expand the communication
distance. Widely used in long-distance, low-data wireless communications. For
example, automatic meter reading, building automation equipment, wireless
security systems, industrial monitoring. Main features include small size, low
power consumption, transmission distance, 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.
Appearance
Main Characteristic
- Compatible with LoRaWAN
- DC 12V adapter power supply
- Simple operation and setting
- RS485 transparent transmission
Set-Up Instruction
On/Off
| Power On | DC 12V adaptor power supply |
|---|---|
| Turn On | DC 12V adaptor power supply, the green indicator flashing once means |
turn on successfully.
ry Setting Restore to Factory| Press and hold the function key for 5 seconds
till the green indicator flashes 20 times.
Power Off| Remove power
Note| 1. In the first 5 seconds after power-on, the device will be in
engineering test mode.
2. On/off interval is suggested to be about 10 seconds to avoid the
interference of capacitor inductance and other energy storage components.
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
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Had joined the network (Not restored to factory selling)| 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| Suggest checking the device verification information
on the gateway or consulting your platform service 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
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Press once| The device is in the network: Send recently received data
(SensorRawCmdlndication), 87(CmdID)+ReceiveData
The device is not in the network: the green indicator remains off
Baud Rate Configuration
Baud Rate Default Value| 9600|
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Configuration Method| Deliver instructions through LORANWAN|
Baud Rate Option| 00 Baudrate = 115200 ; 01 Baudrate = 57600;02 Baudrate = 03
Baudrate = 28800; 04 Baudrate = 19200 ; 05 Baudrate = 06 Baudrate = 4800; 07
Baudrate = 2400| 38400 ;
9600;
Data Report
The device will send a version package Report immediately after power on.
The device has no operation before any configuration is done.
The device sends instructions through LORAWAN to configure the data that needs
to be sent through RS485, and it reports the data that RS485 receives to the
gateway at the same time.
The device sends instructions through LORAWAN to configure the time to
periodically send the data.
When RS485 interface of R718PC receives the serial port data from the RS485
device that it is connected to, it will actively report the received data to
the gateway in the format of 87+ReceiveData.
Please refer Netvox LoRaWAN Application Command document and Netvox Lora
Command Resolver http://www.netvox.com.cn:8888/page/index to resolve uplink
data.
Period Configuration
Fport:0x0A
| Description | Device | CmdID | Netvox PayLoad Data |
|---|
SetPollSensor
PeriodReq| R7 1 8PC| 0x03| Period (2Byte, Unit: Is)
SetPollSensor
PeriodRsp| 0x83| Status (0x00_success)
GetPollSensor
PeriodReq| 0x04|
GetPollSensor
periods| 0x84| Period (2Byte, Unit: Is)
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After the sending data period is configured as the 30s, the device sends the transparent transmission data configured by CmdID 04 to the external device according to the 30s period.
After the external device responds, R718PC sends the data returned by the external device to the gateway in the format of 87+ReceiveData.Configure the device Period = the 30s
Downlink: 03001E
Device returns:
8300 (configuration success)
8301 (configuration failure) -
Read the device parameter
Downlink: 04
Device returns:
84001E (current device parameters)
After SetPollSensorPeriodReq(CmdID:03) sets the periodical sending time to 30 seconds, R718PC will send the command that is set by SetPollSensorRawCmdReq(CmdID:05) to the connected RS485 device every 30 seconds, and the response content of RS485 device will be reported in the format of 87(CmdID) + ReceiveData.
| Description | Device | CmdID | NetvoxPayLoadData |
|---|
SetPollSensor
RawCmdReq| R718PC| 0x05| SensorRawCmd (Var bytes, according sensor datasheet)
SetPollSensor
RawCmdRsp| 0x85| Status (0x00 success)
GetPollSensor
RawCmdReq| 0x06|
GetPollSensor
RawCmdRsp| 0x86| SensorRawCmd (Var bytes, according sensor datasheet)
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Configuring the device SensorRawCmd
Downlink: 05112233445566
Device return: 8500 (configuration is a success)
8501 (configuration is failure) -
Read the device SensorRawCmd
Downlink: 06
Device return: 86112233445566 (device current SensorRawCmd)
Baud Rate Configuration
Description| Device| C’md
ID| NetvoxPayLoadData
---|---|---|---
SetBaudRateReq| R718PC’| 0x08| BaudRateType (1Byte)
00-115200bps, 01-57600 bps, 02-38400 bps,
03-28800 bps, 04-19200bps, 05-9600 bps.
06-4800 bps,07-2400 bps
SetBaudRateRsp| Ox88| Status (0x00_success)
GetBaudRateReq| 0x09|
GetBaudRateRsp| 0x89| BaudRateType (1Byte)
00-115200bps, 01-57600 bps, 02-38400 bps.
03-28800 bps, 04-19200bps, 05-9600 bps,
06-4800 bps, 07-2400 bps
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Configuring the device Baud Rate =115200
Downlink: 0800
Device Return: 8800 (configuration success)
8801 (configuration failure) -
Read the device Baud Rate parameter
Downlink: 09
Device Return: 8900 (device current parameter)
Installation
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Wireless RS485 Adapter (R718PC) has a built-in magnet. When installed, it can be attached to the surface of an object with iron conveniently and quickly.
In order to make the device installation more secure, use screws (purchased) to fix the device to the wall or other surface (as the figure below).
Note: Do not install the device in a metal shielded box or in an environment with other electrical equipment around it to avoid affecting the wireless transmission of the device. -
The colors of wiring of RS485 serial device are as follows:
Yellow: RS485-A
White: RS485-B
Red: +12V
Black: GND -
Wireless RS485 Adapter (R718PC) supports serial port transparent transmission. It can send commands to or read data of the other connected RS485 device according to the configured period. The read information will be directly reported to the gateway.
Wireless RS485 Adapter (R718PC) can be applied to the device with an RS485
serial port.
For example:
- Central air conditioning
- Floor heating
- Projector
- RS485 serial port sensor
Important Maintenance Instruction
Kindly pay attention to the following in order to achieve the best maintenance of the product:
- Keep the equipment dry. Rain, moisture and various liquids or water may contain minerals that can corrode electronic circuits. In case the device is wet, please dry it completely.
- Do not use or store in dusty or dirty areas. This way can damage its detachable parts and electronic components.
- Do not store in an excessive heat place. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, destroy batteries, and deform or melt some plastic parts.
- Do not store in an excessive cold place. 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. Treating equipment roughly can destroy internal circuit boards and delicate structures.
- Do not wash with strong chemicals, detergents or strong detergents.
- Do not paint the device. Smudges can make debris block detachable parts up and affect normal operation.
- Do not throw the battery into the fire to prevent the battery from exploding.
Damaged batteries may also explode.
All the above suggestions apply equally to your device, batteries, and
accessories.
If any device is not operating properly.
Please take it to the nearest authorized service facility for repair.