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LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Installation and Maintenance LoRa IoT Station INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 1 / 53 and Maintenance Manual
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Author Name Michel GILBERTEntity Initial MGI Date 17/09/2015Visa Destination List Name Company / Service Document history Version Modification V0.1 Preliminary versionV0.2 Adding of some precisions on the following contents: • Internet cabling• Cable gland dimensions• Auxiliary power supply• GPS and GSM considerationsV0.3 Safety recommendations addingV0.4 Safety recommendations addingV0.5 Safety recommendations addingV0.6 Recommended additional lightning protectionsV1.0 New mounting kit V2.0 Added specific parts for LoRa IOT stations 915 and 923 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Approved by Validated byMichel GILBERT Ronan DUBOURG Yannick Delibie RDU 17/09/2015 18/09/2015 18/09 Company / Service Place Author Preliminary version LLO Adding of some precisions on the following Internet cabling and cable type Cable gland dimensions Auxiliary power supply GPS and GSM considerations SNI Safety recommendations adding SNI recommendations adding SNI Safety recommendations adding SNI Recommended additional lightning protections SNI SNI Added specific parts for LoRa IOT stations 915 and MGI INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 2 / 53 Validated by Yannick Delibie YDE 18/09/2015 Commentry Date 27/01/2014 06/05/2014 02/06/2014 30/06/2014 23/07/2014 29/09/2014 08/04/2015 17/09/2015
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Contents 1 OPEN ISSUES ................................2 REFERENCES ................................3 GLOSSARY ................................4 INTRODUCTION ................................5 DESCRIPTION OF THE LORA IOT STATION5.1 BLOCK DIAGRAM ................................5.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................5.2.1 LoRa IOT Station 868 ................................5.2.2 LoRa IOT Station 915 ................................5.2.3 LoRa IOT Station 923 ................................5.3 MECHANICAL IMPLEMENTATION5.4 STICKERS ................................6 REGULATIONS ................................6.1 LORA IOT STATION 868 ................................6.2 LORA IOT STATION 915 ................................6.2.1 FCC ................................6.2.2 IC ................................6.3 LORA IOT STATION 923 ................................7 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ................................7.1 INSTALLATION TOPOLOGY ................................7.1.1 Single station installation7.1.2 Multi-station installation7.1.2.1 With SIM Subscription7.1.2.2 Without SIM Subscription7.2 ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION TO THE 7.2.1 Safety standard ................................7.2.2 Power-Over-Ethernet (POE) power supply7.2.3 Solar power supply ................................7.3 MOUNTING OF THE ENCLOSURE7.3.1 GPS and GSM considerations7.3.2 General considerations7.3.3 Position of the universal antenna support vs. the enclosure7.3.4 Pole mounting by U-bolt7.3.5 Wall mounting ................................7.3.6 Metallic strapping mounting7.3.7 Key parameters to optimise the radio performance7.3.7.1 Height of the site ................................7.3.7.2 Propagation model vs area type7.3.7.3 Co-localization with GSM/UMTS/LTE transmitters7.3.7.3.1 LoRa IoT Station 8687.3.7.3.2 LoRa IoT Station 9157.3.7.3.3 LoRa IoT Station 923 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ORA IOT STATION 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station installation ................................................................................................station installation ................................................................................................With SIM Subscription ................................................................................................Without SIM Subscription ................................................................................................TO THE LORA IOT STATION ................................................................................................................................................................Ethernet (POE) power supply ................................................................................................................................................................SURE ................................................................................................GPS and GSM considerations ................................................................................................General considerations ................................................................................................Position of the universal antenna support vs. the enclosure ................................bolt................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Metallic strapping mounting ................................................................................................Key parameters to optimise the radio performance ................................................................................................................................................................Propagation model vs area type ................................................................................................localization with GSM/UMTS/LTE transmitters................................................................LoRa IoT Station 868 ................................................................................................LoRa IoT Station 915 ................................................................................................LoRa IoT Station 923 ................................................................................................INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 3 / 53 ..........................................................6 ...........................................................6 ..............................................................6 .....................................................8 ...............................................9 .......................................................9 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LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.3.7.4 Fresnel ellipsoid ................................7.4 SETTING CONNECTIONS ................................7.4.1 Ethernet connection ................................7.4.2 LoRa RF Antenna connection7.5 COMMISSIONING ................................7.5.1 SIM card ................................7.5.2 Power on ................................7.5.3 Functional check ................................7.6 LIGHTNING PROTECTIONS ................................7.6.1 Antenna link ................................7.6.2 Ethernet link ................................8 MAINTENANCE OF THE ACCESS POINT8.1 SIMPLE CHECKS ................................8.1.1 LoRa IoT Station enclosure8.1.2 Cables ................................8.1.3 LED................................8.2 INTERFACES FOR DEBUG OR MAINTENANCE PURPO8.2.1 Proprietary debug interface8.2.2 USB and Ethernet interface8.2.3 TEST and RESET buttons9 KERLINK SUPPORT ................................ Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................LoRa RF Antenna connection ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................CCESS POINT ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Station enclosure ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................OR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES ................................................................Proprietary debug interface ................................................................................................USB and Ethernet interface ................................................................................................TEST and RESET buttons ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 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LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Figures Figure 1: LoRa Network topologyFigure 2: LoRa IoT Station Block diagramFigure 3 : LoRa IoT Station casing Figure 4 : POE injector (example)Figure 5 : LoRa IoT Station casing Figure 6 : Mounting kit ................................Figure 7 : Single station installation (with SIM)Figure 8 : Single station installation (No SIM)Figure 9 : Multi-station installation (with SIM)Figure 10 : Multi-station installation (No SIM)Figure 11 : Ethernet connection ................................Figure 12 : DC power supply connection (temporary image)Figure 13 : Mounting kit dimensionsFigure 14 : Universal antenna support dimensionsFigure 15 : Position of the universal antenna support when mounted on the enclosure supportFigure 16 : Pole mount set on the enclosureFigure 17 : Another view of the pole mounting using UFigure 18 : Wall mount of the enclosure (front side)Figure 19 : Wall mount of the universal antenna support (front side)Figure 20 : Pole mount set using strappingFigure 21 : Pole mounting of the universal antenna support using strappingFigure 22 : Urban (small city) Hata propagation model vs height of the antennaFigure 23 : Rural countryside Hata propagation model vs height of the antennaFigure 24 : Hata propagation model vs area configuration (Height = 1Figure 25 : Fading effects due to obstaclesFigure 26 : Fresnel ellipsoid clearanceFigure 27 : Fresnel ellipsoid and earth Figure 28 : Technical antenna 868 specificationsFigure 29 : Technical antenna 915 specificationsFigure 30 : attachment of the antenna on the mounting setFigure 31 : connection of LoRa RF antenna (bottom view)Figure 32 : attachment of the RF antenna cableFigure 33 : SIM Card ................................Figure 34 : Test and Reset buttonsFigure 35 : LEDs indicators ................................Figure 36 : Proprietary debug interface of the LoRa IoT StationFigure 37 : USB connector of the LoRa IoT Station Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... 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Figure 1: LoRa Network topology ................................................................................................Figure 2: LoRa IoT Station Block diagram ................................................................................................Figure 3 : LoRa IoT Station casing - external view ................................................................Figure 4 : POE injector (example) ................................................................................................Figure 5 : LoRa IoT Station casing - internal view ................................................................................................................................................................Figure 7 : Single station installation (with SIM) ................................................................Figure 8 : Single station installation (No SIM) ................................................................station installation (with SIM) ................................................................station installation (No SIM) ................................................................................................................................................................Figure 12 : DC power supply connection (temporary image) ................................................................Figure 13 : Mounting kit dimensions ................................................................................................Figure 14 : Universal antenna support dimensions................................................................Figure 15 : Position of the universal antenna support when mounted on the enclosure supportFigure 16 : Pole mount set on the enclosure ................................................................Figure 17 : Another view of the pole mounting using U-bolt (no pole represented)Figure 18 : Wall mount of the enclosure (front side) ................................................................the universal antenna support (front side) ................................Figure 20 : Pole mount set using strapping ................................................................Figure 21 : Pole mounting of the universal antenna support using strapping ................................Figure 22 : Urban (small city) Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna ................................countryside Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna ................................Figure 24 : Hata propagation model vs area configuration (Height = 12m) ................................Figure 25 : Fading effects due to obstacles ................................................................Figure 26 : Fresnel ellipsoid clearance ................................................................................................Figure 27 : Fresnel ellipsoid and earth curvature ................................................................Figure 28 : Technical antenna 868 specifications ................................................................Figure 29 : Technical antenna 915 specifications ................................................................of the antenna on the mounting set ................................................................Figure 31 : connection of LoRa RF antenna (bottom view) ................................................................Figure 32 : attachment of the RF antenna cable ................................................................................................................................................................................................Figure 34 : Test and Reset buttons ................................................................................................................................................................................................Figure 36 : Proprietary debug interface of the LoRa IoT Station ................................Figure 37 : USB connector of the LoRa IoT Station ................................................................ 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LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 1 Open Issues Reference Status [1] 2 References Reference Document/Link [1] https://www.lora-alliance.org/For-Developers/LoRaWANDevelopers[2] [3] 3 Glossary Keyword Description ADC Analog to Digital ConverterAMR Automatic Meter ReadingAP Access Point APC Automated Power ControlAPI Application Programming InterfaceAPN Access Point Name BTS Base Transceiver StationCAN Control Area NetworkCPU Central Processing UnitDAC Digital to Analog ConverterDDRAM Double Data Rate RAMDHCP Dynamic Host Configuration ProtocolDOTA Download Over The AirEIRP Equivalent Isotropically Radiated PEMC ElectroMagnetic CompatibilityFTP File Transfer Protocol GPRS General Packet Radio ServiceGPS Global Positioning SystemGSM Global System for Mobile communication HTTP HyperText Transfer ProtocolIK Mechanical Impact Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Description Description Developers/LoRaWANDevelopers LoRaWAN™ Specification V1.0 2015 January Analog to Digital Converter Automatic Meter Reading Automated Power Control Application Programming Interface tation Control Area Network Central Processing Unit Digital to Analog Converter Double Data Rate RAM Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Download Over The Air Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power ElectroMagnetic Compatibility General Packet Radio Service Global Positioning System Global System for Mobile communication HyperText Transfer Protocol INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 6 / 53 V1.0 2015 January
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not IO In / Out IoT Internet of Things IP Internet Protocol or Ingress ProtectionKLK Kerlink KNET Kerlink M2M networkLED Light-Emitting Diode LoRa Long Range LTE Long Term Evolution M2M Machine to Machine MIPS Millions of Instructions Per SecondNFS Network File System NMEA National Marine Electronics AssociationPCB Printed Circuit Board PoE Power over Ethernet PU Polyurethane RAM Random Access MemoryRF Radio Frequency RSSI Received Signal Strength IndicatorSAW Surface Acoustic WaveSI Système d’InformationSIM Subscriber Identity ModuleSMA SubMiniature version ASSH Secure Shell TBD To Be Defined TCP Transmission Control ProtocolUMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications SystemUSB Universal Serial Bus UV UltraViolet WAN Wide Area Network WLAN Wireless Local Area NetworkVHF Very High Frequency Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Internet Protocol or Ingress Protection Kerlink M2M network Millions of Instructions Per Second National Marine Electronics Association Memory Received Signal Strength Indicator Surface Acoustic Wave Système d’Information Subscriber Identity Module SubMiniature version A Transmission Control Protocol Universal Mobile Telecommunications System Wireless Local Area Network INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 7 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 4 Introduction The LoRa IoT Station is part of the global Long Range Radio fix network to provide M2M connectivity link between low power end-point and Internet Access. The product is based on LoRa technology provided by Three different versions of LoRa IoT Stations are available to cover different countries and areas around the world: Please check (or contact Kerlink) the appropriate version for the dedicated country. The present document addresses Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Station is part of the global Long Range Radio fix network to provide M2M connectivity link point and Internet Access. Figure 1: LoRa Network topology The product is based on LoRa technology provided by Semtech Company. Three different versions of LoRa IoT Stations are available to cover different countries and areas around the Please check (or contact Kerlink) the appropriate version for the dedicated country.The present document addresses all the above LoRa IoT Station versions. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 8 / 53 Station is part of the global Long Range Radio fix network to provide M2M connectivity link Three different versions of LoRa IoT Stations are available to cover different countries and areas around the Please check (or contact Kerlink) the appropriate version for the dedicated country.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5 Description of the LoRa5.1 Block Diagram The following figure describes the functional architecture: Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. LoRa IoT Station The following figure describes the functional architecture: Figure 2: LoRa IoT Station Block diagram INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 9 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5.2 Technical specifications5.2.1 LoRa IOT Station 868 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Technical specifications INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 10 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 11 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 12 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5.2.2 LoRa IOT Station 915 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 13 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 14 / 53
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LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5.2.3 LoRa IOT Station 923 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 16 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 17 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5.3 Mechanical implementationThe LoRa IoT Station is based on a high impact resistant polycarbonate wall mounting cabinet that withstand harsh industrial and outdoor environments.It offers excellent flammability rating, good UV resistance and also good chemical resistance.The dimensions are 231 mm x 125 mm x 60 mm. It is rated IP67.The opening system is simple: clipping (screwing is optional) Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Mechanical implementation Station is based on a high impact resistant polycarbonate wall mounting cabinet that withstand harsh industrial and outdoor environments. It offers excellent flammability rating, good UV resistance and also good chemical resistance.mm x 125 mm x 60 mm. It is rated IP67. The opening system is simple: clipping (screwing is optional) INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 18 / 53 Station is based on a high impact resistant polycarbonate wall mounting cabinet that withstand It offers excellent flammability rating, good UV resistance and also good chemical resistance.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not       Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 3 : LoRa IoT Station casing - external view Figure 4 : POE injector (example)      INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 19 / 53 
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not The LoRa IoT Station is composed of:• The enclosure itself including:o The casing (item 1)o 1 cable gland for RJ45 POE (item 2). The LoRa IoT Station is delivered without RJ45 POE cable (Ethernet cable).o 1 N connector (item 3) to connect LoRa antennao 1 pressure stabilizer for protection against condensation (item 4)• LoRa RF antenna connection with N connector (item 5) and its cable• A POE injector (item 7) and its power supply cable.• The internal shielding (item 8)• A mounting kit (item 6) designed to answer different installation configurations:o Pole mounting by Uo Wall mounting o Metallic strapping mounting (tube, pipe, flue...)The mounting kit owns a full independent universal antenna support that could be mounted on the enclosure support (by default) or directly on a pole, a Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 5 : LoRa IoT Station casing - internal view The LoRa IoT Station is composed of: including: The casing (item 1) 1 cable gland for RJ45 POE (item 2). The LoRa IoT Station is delivered without RJ45 POE cable (Ethernet cable). 1 N connector (item 3) to connect LoRa antenna 1 pressure stabilizer for protection against condensation (item 4)LoRa RF antenna connection with N connector (item 5) and its cable A POE injector (item 7) and its power supply cable. The internal shielding (item 8) A mounting kit (item 6) designed to answer different installation configurations:Pole mounting by U-bolt (delivered by default) Metallic strapping mounting (tube, pipe, flue...) a full independent universal antenna support that could be mounted on the enclosure support (by default) or directly on a pole, a wall …    INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 20 / 53 1 cable gland for RJ45 POE (item 2). The LoRa IoT Station is delivered without RJ45 POE cable 1 pressure stabilizer for protection against condensation (item 4) A mounting kit (item 6) designed to answer different installation configurations: a full independent universal antenna support that could be mounted on the
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 5.4 Stickers The LoRa IoT Station has stickers placed inside - A sticker on the door including LoRa IoT Station seriinformation (item 9) - A sticker explaining the LEDs behaviour (item 10)- A sticker outside the casing including regulatory marking and sentences depending on the countries (FCC ID, IC ID, etc …). Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 6 : Mounting kit The LoRa IoT Station has stickers placed inside or outside the casing: A sticker on the door including LoRa IoT Station serial number, regulatory markings ker explaining the LEDs behaviour (item 10) A sticker outside the casing including regulatory marking and sentences depending on the countries INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 21 / 53 al number, regulatory markings and electrical A sticker outside the casing including regulatory marking and sentences depending on the countries
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 6 Regulations 6.1 LoRa IoT Station 868 LoRa IoT Station 868 complies with r 1 – Electromagnetic compatibility (article 3.1 Applied standard(s): 2 – Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum (article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive) Applied standard(s): 3 – Safety (article 3.1-a of the R&TTE Directive) Applied standard(s): 4 – Magnetic field exposure Applied standard(s) The LoRa IoT Station 868 is considered as a category 2 receiver according to the EN 300The LoRa IoT Station 868 has CE marking. In Europe, the LoRa IoT Station must comply tomaximum EIRP. They are summarized in the following table: ERC 70-03 Band Frequency (MHz)g1 865-868 g1.1 868-868,6g1.2 868,7-869,2g1.3 869,4-869,65g1.4 869,7-870g2 870-873 g2.1 870-873 Annex2/c 870-873 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. T Station 868 complies with requirements listed in the article 3 of the R&TTE 1999/5/EC DirectiveElectromagnetic compatibility (article 3.1-b of the R&TTE Directive) Applied standard(s): EN 301 489-1 issue 1.9.2 EN 301 489-3 issue 1.4.1 EN 301 489-7 issue 1.3.1 EN 301 489-19 issue 1.2.1 Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum (article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)Applied standard(s): EN 301 511 issue 9.0.2 EN 301 908 issue 6.2.1 EN 300 440-1 issue 1.6.1 EN 300 440-2 issue 1.4.1 EN 300 220-1 issue 2.4.1 EN 300 220-2 issue 2.4.1 a of the R&TTE Directive) Applied standard(s): EN 60 950-1 (Ed. 2006/A11 : 2009/A1 : 2010/A12:2011) Applied standard(s): EN 50 385 ( Ed. 2002) EN 62 479 ( Ed. 2010) T Station 868 is considered as a category 2 receiver according to the EN 300has CE marking. In Europe, the LoRa IoT Station must comply to the ERC 70-3 requirements regarding duty cycle and They are summarized in the following table: Frequency (MHz) Power Duty cycle "14dBm erp 6,5dBm/100KHz" 1,0% 868,6 14dBm erp 1% 869,2 14dBm erp 0,1% 869,65 27dBm erp 10% 870 14dBm erp 1% 14dBm erp 0,1% 14dBm erp 1% 27dBm erp 2,5% INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 22 / 53 listed in the article 3 of the R&TTE 1999/5/EC Directive Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum (article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive) 1 (Ed. 2006/A11 : 2009/A1 : 2010/A12:2011) T Station 868 is considered as a category 2 receiver according to the EN 300 220-1. 3 requirements regarding duty cycle and
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not If the LoRa antenna is changed, the output power must be adjusted to take into account the gain of the antenna to not overrule the ERC 70For other countries, outside Europe, check the maximum EIRP and duty cycle allowed. 6.2 LoRa IoT Station 915 The LoRa IoT Station is compliant to:- IEC 60950 -1 The LoRa is also compliant to both FCC and IC regulations.Applicable documents: - CFR 47 FCC Part 15 o FCC 47 CFR Part 15 : 2014 o FCC PART 15.247 5850 MHz. (frequency FCC Part 15.207 conducted emissions on AC mains in the band FCC Part 15.247 intentional radiated emissions FCC Part 15.21- RSS 247 o RSS-Gen – Issue 4, November 2014Certification of radio Apparatuso RSS-247 Issue 1, May 2015Systems (FHSS) and Licence The associated FCC and IC identifiers are: FCC ID : 2AFYS-KLK915LOI IC : 20637-KLK915LOI Model : LORA IOT STATION 915 Contains FCCID : QISMU509C Contient IC : 6369A-MU509C Model : MU509-c Some conditions have to be respected to maintain the FCCCanada. They are detailed in the following For others countries, check the specific regulations regarding maximu 6.2.1 FCC As stated by the external sticker on the enclosure, “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.” Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. antenna is changed, the output power must be adjusted to take into account the gain of the antenna to not overrule the ERC 70-3 regulation. For other countries, outside Europe, check the maximum EIRP and duty cycle allowed. IoT Station is compliant to: compliant to both FCC and IC regulations. FCC 47 CFR Part 15 : 2014 - Part 15- Radio frequency devices FCC PART 15.247 - Operation within the bands 902–928 MHz, 24005850 MHz. (frequency hopping and digitally modulated) FCC Part 15.207 conducted emissions on AC mains in the bandFCC Part 15.247 intentional radiated emissions FCC Part 15.215 Additional provisions to the general radiated emissionsIssue 4, November 2014- General requirements and Information for the Certification of radio Apparatus Issue 1, May 2015 - Digital Transmission Systems (DTSS) and Licence-Exempt Local Area Network (LE-LAN) DevicesThe associated FCC and IC identifiers are: Some conditions have to be respected to maintain the FCC and IC compliance of the device. They are detailed in the following paragraphs. For others countries, check the specific regulations regarding maximum EIRP and duty cycle allowed.As stated by the external sticker on the enclosure, “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 this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 23 / 53 antenna is changed, the output power must be adjusted to take into account the gain of the For other countries, outside Europe, check the maximum EIRP and duty cycle allowed. 928 MHz, 2400–2483.5 MHz, and 5725–FCC Part 15.207 conducted emissions on AC mains in the band 150kHz – 30MHz 5 Additional provisions to the general radiated emissions limitations General requirements and Information for the gital Transmission Systems (DTSS), Frequency Hopping LAN) Devices compliance of the devices vin USA and m EIRP and duty cycle allowed. 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 this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment isand can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of thiresidential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. This device must be professionally installed. Also, some specific recommendations for exposuThis equipment complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environmentunder the following conditions: 1. This equipment should be installed and operated such that a minimum separation20 cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and user’s/nearby person’s body at all times. 2. This transmitter must not be coor transmitter. 6.2.2 IC This device complies with IndustrOperation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage ;2. l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmimaximum (or lesser) gain approved for the tinterference to other users, that antenna type and its isotropically radiated power (EIRP) This radio transmitter (IC –KLK915LOItypes listed below with the maximum permissible gain and type indicated. Antenna types notindicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with the device. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of thiresidential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. This device must be professionally installed. Also, some specific recommendations for exposure to magnetic fields must be followed:This equipment complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated such that a minimum separationcm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and user’s/nearby person’s body at all This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. 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 of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : 1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage ; l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio ers, that antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent EIRP) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.KLK915LOI) has been approved by Industry Canada to e maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gaistrictly prohibited for use with the device. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 24 / 53 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the re to magnetic fields must be followed: This equipment complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated such that a minimum separation distance of cm is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and user’s/nearby person’s body at all located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage tter may only operate using an antenna of a type and Canada. To reduce potential radio gain should be so chosen that the equivalent ary for successful communication. approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna required antenna impedance for each antenna in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 6.3 LoRa IOT Station 923 On going Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 25 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7 Installation procedureThis device must be professionally Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.7.1 Installation topology 7.1.1 Single station installation With SIM Subscription Figure 7 : Single station installation (with SIM) Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Installation procedure This device must be professionally installed. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Without SIM Subscription : Single station installation (with SIM) Figure 8 : Single station installation (No SIM) INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 26 / 53 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the Without SIM Subscription : Single station installation (No SIM)
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.1.2 Multi-station installation 7.1.2.1 With SIM Subscription LoRa IoT Station 1SIM3GPOEInjectorPOEETH+PWRPWRETH220V/230VACLoRaIP RouterWANconnection Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 9 : Multi-station installation (with SIM) ETHLoRaEthernet switchPort 1 Port 2Port NLoRa IoTStation220VLoRa IoTStation2POEInjectorPOEETH+PWRPWR ETH220V/230VACLoRaINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 27 / 53 Port NLoRa IoTStationNPOEInjectorPOEETH+PWRPWR ETHV/230VACLoRa
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.1.2.2 Without SIM Subscription Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Without SIM Subscription Figure 10 : Multi-station installation (No SIM) INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 28 / 53
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.2 Electric distribution to the LoRa IoT Station7.2.1 Safety standard The installation must conformed to EN7.2.2 Power-Over-Ethernet (POE) power supply The LoRa IoT Station is supplied through Ethernet cable: POE 48V class The nominal current is about 70mA in Lora Rx mode with the GSM in a network a Kerlink recommends a CAT6 SSTP standard Ethernet cable.The maximum cable length is 100m. On LoRa IoT Station side, the Ethernet cable must be of the cable must be clamp like in theThe internal wires have to be connected to the terminal block as described on the The cable gland allows external cable diameter On the other side of the POE cable, RJ45 connector must be inserted into POE injector. This POE injector is connected to 230VAC. The POE injector must be installed in accordance to its own specifications. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Electric distribution to the LoRa IoT Station The installation must conformed to EN 60728-11 (Cabled distribution systems standard).Ethernet (POE) power supply The LoRa IoT Station is supplied through Ethernet cable: POE 48V class 0 (Max: 15The nominal current is about 70mA in Lora Rx mode with the GSM in a network aKerlink recommends a CAT6 SSTP standard Ethernet cable. The maximum cable length is 100m. On LoRa IoT Station side, the Ethernet cable must be firstly inserted through the cable gland. of the cable must be clamp like in the following picture to get a good earth shielding.he internal wires have to be connected to the terminal block as described on the Figure 11 : Ethernet connection The cable gland allows external cable diameter from 4mm to 8 mm. he other side of the POE cable, RJ45 connector must be inserted into POE injector. This POE injector is The POE injector must be installed in accordance to its own specifications. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 29 / 53 standard). (Max: 15 Watts) The nominal current is about 70mA in Lora Rx mode with the GSM in a network attached mode. inserted through the cable gland. Then, the shield following picture to get a good earth shielding. he internal wires have to be connected to the terminal block as described on the picture below: he other side of the POE cable, RJ45 connector must be inserted into POE injector. This POE injector is
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.2.3 Solar power supply The LoRa IoT Station can be also supply with a DC power supply as a solar panel. The input voltage range is 11 to 30VDC. The power supply must be qualified as a limited power source.The maximum power is 13W. The nominal current for a 12V power supply is about 250mAattached mode. After insertion through the cable gland, a 2described on the figure below: Figure The cable gland allows external cable diameter from 4mm to 8 mm. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. oT Station can be also supply with a DC power supply as a solar panel. The input voltage range is The power supply must be qualified as a limited power source. The nominal current for a 12V power supply is about 250mA in Lora Rx Mode with the GSM in a network After insertion through the cable gland, a 2-wire cable can be connected to the dedicated terminal block Figure 12 : DC power supply connection (temporary image) The cable gland allows external cable diameter from 4mm to 8 mm. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 30 / 53 oT Station can be also supply with a DC power supply as a solar panel. The input voltage range is in Lora Rx Mode with the GSM in a network wire cable can be connected to the dedicated terminal block as
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.3 Mounting of the enclosure7.3.1 GPS and GSM considerations The LoRa ioT Station owns a GPS and a GSM integrated solutions. Those both technologiesproduct in an open environment to get acceptable performances.Depending on the LoRa IoT Station version, different WAN configuration can be used:- LoRa IoT Station 868: EGSM900/DCS1800/UMTS900/UMTS2100- LoRa IoT Station 915: GSM850/- LoRa IoT Station 923: EGSM900/DCS1800/UMTS900/UMTS21007.3.2 General considerations The LoRa IoT Station must be mounted on any concrete pedestal, concrete wall or any nonsurface (UL94-V0). It must not be mounted on a flammabThe mounting kit delivered with the LoRa IoT Station allows fixing the product in different ways. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Mounting of the enclosure GPS and GSM considerations Station owns a GPS and a GSM integrated solutions. Those both technologiesproduct in an open environment to get acceptable performances. Depending on the LoRa IoT Station version, different WAN configuration can be used:Station 868: EGSM900/DCS1800/UMTS900/UMTS2100 Station 915: GSM850/PCS1900/UMTS850/UMTS1900 Station 923: EGSM900/DCS1800/UMTS900/UMTS2100 The LoRa IoT Station must be mounted on any concrete pedestal, concrete wall or any nonIt must not be mounted on a flammable surface. The mounting kit delivered with the LoRa IoT Station allows fixing the product in different ways.Figure 13 : Mounting kit dimensions INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 31 / 53 Station owns a GPS and a GSM integrated solutions. Those both technologies need to install the Depending on the LoRa IoT Station version, different WAN configuration can be used: The LoRa IoT Station must be mounted on any concrete pedestal, concrete wall or any non-flammable The mounting kit delivered with the LoRa IoT Station allows fixing the product in different ways.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.3.3 Position of the universal antenna support The universal antenna support as described on To optimize the colocation between the internal 20 cm is required between both radiated parts.Therefore, when possible we strongly recommend dissociating the universal antenna support away from the enclosure support. This is the best way to guarantee the 20antenna. When the dissociation is not possible, the LoRa antenna must be placed on the opposite side of the GSM antenna as described on Figure 15Figure 15 : Position of the uInternal GSM antenna area Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 14 : Universal antenna support dimensions Position of the universal antenna support vs. the enclosure The universal antenna support as described on Figure 14 is intended for the LoRa antenna.colocation between the internal GSM antenna and the external LoRa antenna, a distance of 20 cm is required between both radiated parts. Therefore, when possible we strongly recommend dissociating the universal antenna support away from the support. This is the best way to guarantee the 20 cm min distance between GSM antenna and LoRa When the dissociation is not possible, the LoRa antenna must be placed on the opposite side of the GSM 15. Position of the universal antenna support when mounted on the enclosure supportLoRa antennaUniversal antenna support on the right side20 cm Internal GSM antenna area INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 32 / 53 is intended for the LoRa antenna. GSM antenna and the external LoRa antenna, a distance of Therefore, when possible we strongly recommend dissociating the universal antenna support away from the cm min distance between GSM antenna and LoRa When the dissociation is not possible, the LoRa antenna must be placed on the opposite side of the GSM when mounted on the enclosure support LoRa antenna Universal antenna support on the right side
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.3.4 Pole mounting by U-bolt By default, the LoRa IoT Station is delivered with a Uof 60mm. To tighten the U-bolt, it is recommended to use nut Figure 17 : Another view of the pole mounting using U1 nut on each side Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. By default, the LoRa IoT Station is delivered with a U-bolt to be mounted on a pole of a maximum diameter bolt, it is recommended to use nuts provided in the mounting kit. Figure 16 : Pole mount set on the enclosure : Another view of the pole mounting using U-bolt (no pole represented)1 nut on each side INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 33 / 53 bolt to be mounted on a pole of a maximum diameter ounting kit. bolt (no pole represented) U-bolt
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not For safety reason, the metallic mounting kitgood earth connection on the metallic pole since the U7.3.5 Wall mounting The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a wall with M4 screws (not delivered with Figure 19 Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. metallic mounting kit must own a good earth connection.good earth connection on the metallic pole since the U-bolt is conductive. The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a wall with M4 screws (not delivered with Figure 18 : Wall mount of the enclosure (front side) 19 : Wall mount of the universal antenna support (front side) 2 x M4 screws or 2x M8 long screw 2 x M4 screws 2 x M4 screws or 2x M8 long screwINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 34 / 53 must own a good earth connection. This may be ensured by a The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a wall with M4 screws (not delivered with the mounting kit). : Wall mount of the universal antenna support (front side) or 2x M8 long screw
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not For safety reason, the metallic mounting kitadding an earth connection on one of the four screws (fastening not delivered by default). 7.3.6 Metallic strapping mounting The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a pole by strapping. The maximum acceptable width of the strapping is 25mm. It is recommended to use 2 metallic strappings as described on the figure below: Figure 21 : For safety reason, the metallic mounting good earth connection on the metallic pole if strappings are conductive. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. metallic mounting kit must own a good earth connection.adding an earth connection on one of the four screws (fastening not delivered by default).Metallic strapping mounting The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a pole by strapping. The maximum acceptable width of the strapping is 25mm. It is recommended to use 2 metallic strappings as described on the figure below: Figure 20 : Pole mount set using strapping : Pole mounting of the universal antenna support using strappingmetallic mounting kit must own a good earth connection.good earth connection on the metallic pole if strappings are conductive. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 35 / 53 must own a good earth connection. This may be ensured by adding an earth connection on one of the four screws (fastening not delivered by default). The LoRa IoT Station can be also mounted on a pole by strapping. The maximum acceptable width of the strapping is 25mm. It is recommended to use 2 metallic strappings as described on the figure below: using strapping must own a good earth connection. This may be ensured by a Strapping Alternative Strapping positions
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.3.7 Key parameters to optimise the 7.3.7.1 Height of the site A key point to have an optimized LoRa IoTof the LoRa antenna. The LoRa IoT Station must be installed as high as possible to have the better reception. The figures below shows the RSSI of the signal vs. the distance to the end station (4m, 8m, 12m and 30m). Two uses cases are presented: one for a small city configuration (urban area) and one for countryside area. The propagation model used is based on Hata model.The frequency is 868MHz in this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical.The RSSI is the received signal by the LoRa IoT Station.The end point EIRP is assumed to be 25mW.The height of the end point is 1m. Figure 22 : Urban (small city) Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. to optimise the radio performance A key point to have an optimized LoRa IoT reception is the height of installation site and moreover the height of the LoRa antenna. The LoRa IoT Station must be installed as high as possible to have the better reception.the RSSI of the signal vs. the distance to the end point vs. the height of the Lora IoT station (4m, 8m, 12m and 30m). Two uses cases are presented: one for a small city configuration (urban area. The propagation model used is based on Hata model. in this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical.signal by the LoRa IoT Station. The end point EIRP is assumed to be 25mW. The height of the end point is 1m. Urban (small city) Hata propagation model vs height of the antennaINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 36 / 53 reception is the height of installation site and moreover the height of the LoRa antenna. The LoRa IoT Station must be installed as high as possible to have the better reception. point vs. the height of the Lora IoT station (4m, 8m, 12m and 30m). Two uses cases are presented: one for a small city configuration (urban in this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical. Urban (small city) Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Figure 23 : Rural countryside Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna What is noticeable is that the coverage distance at a fixed RSSI is doubled depantenna. 7.3.7.2 Propagation model vs area typePredicting the RSSI and more generally the coverage of the LoRa IoT Station depends on many factors. The propagation channel must be well defined and known to have an efficient prediction.Radio coverage simulations are recommended before the installation of the LoRa IoT Stations to make sure the gateway would cover the expected area. Contact Kerlink for more information. In a first approach, the figure below showof area (urban, suburban, countryside, desert). The height of the LoRa antenna is assumed to be 12 meters. The propagation model used is based on Hata model.The frequency is 868MHz in this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical.The RSSI is the received signal by the LoRa IoT Station.The end point EIRP is assumed to be 25mW.The height of the end point is 1m. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Rural countryside Hata propagation model vs height of the antennaWhat is noticeable is that the coverage distance at a fixed RSSI is doubled depPropagation model vs area type Predicting the RSSI and more generally the coverage of the LoRa IoT Station depends on many factors. The propagation channel must be well defined and known to have an efficient prediction.Radio coverage simulations are recommended before the installation of the LoRa IoT Stations to make sure the gateway would cover the expected area. Contact Kerlink for more information.he figure below shows the RSSI of the signal vs. the distance to the end point vs. the type of area (urban, suburban, countryside, desert). The height of the LoRa antenna is assumed to be 12 meters.The propagation model used is based on Hata model. this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical.signal by the LoRa IoT Station. The end point EIRP is assumed to be 25mW. The height of the end point is 1m. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 37 / 53 Rural countryside Hata propagation model vs height of the antenna What is noticeable is that the coverage distance at a fixed RSSI is doubled depending on the height of the Predicting the RSSI and more generally the coverage of the LoRa IoT Station depends on many factors. The propagation channel must be well defined and known to have an efficient prediction. Radio coverage simulations are recommended before the installation of the LoRa IoT Stations to make sure the gateway would cover the expected area. Contact Kerlink for more information. the RSSI of the signal vs. the distance to the end point vs. the type of area (urban, suburban, countryside, desert). The height of the LoRa antenna is assumed to be 12 meters. this case but performance and conclusions at 915MHz would be almost identical.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Figure 24 The coverage radius of the LoRa IoT station, depending on the area type can vary from 2 km (urban areas) to 15 km (desert countryside). 7.3.7.3 Co-localization with GSM/UMTS/LTE The LoRa IoT Station insures good coBTS, in two ways: - Limited spurious and noise generated in the BTS receiver bands- Immunity to BTS transmitter The LoRa IoT Station is obviously compliant country. However, meeting these sharing the same site. This is why KERLINK has reinforced these specifications to allow th KERLINK has designed the transmitter to reduce the spurious and the noise generated in the BTS receive bands below -80dBm in a 100KHz resolution bandwidth. This is then pretty much in line with BTS specifications to insure co-localizationThe measurements made on the The receiver offers also high attenuation outside the High attenuation of out of band blockers is obtained:• >105dB at +/-10MHz• >150dB in BTS downlink bandsThis means that the blockers levels, due to the BTS, could be up to +10dBm causing nogateway. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. : Hata propagation model vs area configuration (Height = 12m)The coverage radius of the LoRa IoT station, depending on the area type can vary from 2 km (urban areas) to ation with GSM/UMTS/LTE transmitters insures good co-localization other transmitters on the same site, and especiallyLimited spurious and noise generated in the BTS receiver bands Immunity to BTS transmitter is obviously compliant to all EMC emissions and immunityting these regulations is not sufficient to insure good coexistence with BTThis is why KERLINK has reinforced these specifications to allow the coexistence. KERLINK has designed the transmitter to reduce the spurious and the noise generated in the BTS receive 80dBm in a 100KHz resolution bandwidth. This is then pretty much in line with BTS localization between BTS. The measurements made on the LoRa IoT Station show typical values of -85dBm/100KHz.high attenuation outside the receive band. High attenuation of out of band blockers is obtained: 10MHz downlink bands This means that the blockers levels, due to the BTS, could be up to +10dBm causing noINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 38 / 53 area configuration (Height = 12m) The coverage radius of the LoRa IoT station, depending on the area type can vary from 2 km (urban areas) to other transmitters on the same site, and especially with EMC emissions and immunity regulations specific to very regulations is not sufficient to insure good coexistence with BTS when KERLINK has designed the transmitter to reduce the spurious and the noise generated in the BTS receive 80dBm in a 100KHz resolution bandwidth. This is then pretty much in line with BTS 85dBm/100KHz. This means that the blockers levels, due to the BTS, could be up to +10dBm causing no interference with the
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Based on this performance, this means that about 50dB isolation is required between the antenna and the base station antenna to avoid desensitization of the BTS.Specifying a minimum distance between antennas may not guarantee the 50dB isolation, unless over specifying the required distance. This is mainly due to the fact that both LoRa antenna and BTS antennadirective antenna. This means that the antenna gain is not omnidirectional in both cases. BTS antenna have about 10 to 15dB antenna maximum gain but the gain above or below the antenna is reduced by 20dB to 30dB as described below: Mounting the LoRa antenna just above or below the 4G antenna allows then to get 20 to 30dB isolation among the 50dB required. The LoRa antenna can be an omnidirectional antenna. The worst case would be a 3dBi antenna which has the “less directive” antenna pattern. An We can see that the gain on the top of the antenna or below the antenna is about Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Based on this performance, this means that about 50dB isolation is required between the se station antenna to avoid desensitization of the BTS. Specifying a minimum distance between antennas may not guarantee the 50dB isolation, unless over specifying the required distance. This is mainly due to the fact that both LoRa antenna and BTS antennadirective antenna. This means that the antenna gain is not omnidirectional in both cases.BTS antenna have about 10 to 15dB antenna maximum gain but the gain above or below the antenna is reduced by 20dB to 30dB as described below: LoRa antenna just above or below the 4G antenna allows then to get 20 to 30dB isolation The LoRa antenna can be an omnidirectional antenna. The worst case would be a 3dBi antenna which has the “less directive” antenna pattern. An example is presented below: We can see that the gain on the top of the antenna or below the antenna is about INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 39 / 53 Based on this performance, this means that about 50dB isolation is required between the LoRa IoT Station Specifying a minimum distance between antennas may not guarantee the 50dB isolation, unless over specifying the required distance. This is mainly due to the fact that both LoRa antenna and BTS antenna are directive antenna. This means that the antenna gain is not omnidirectional in both cases. BTS antenna have about 10 to 15dB antenna maximum gain but the gain above or below the antenna is LoRa antenna just above or below the 4G antenna allows then to get 20 to 30dB isolation The LoRa antenna can be an omnidirectional antenna. The worst case would be a 3dBi antenna which has the We can see that the gain on the top of the antenna or below the antenna is about -15dBi to -20dBi.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not In case of sectorial antenna, the antenna gain above or below the antenna is also significantly reduced to to -15dB as shown below: Then, taking into account the performance of the antenna, we need to get about 10 to 20dB more isolation to meet the 50dB isolation between antenna.A gap of 1 meter between antenna would insure 30dB additional attenuation. Therefore, our recommendation is to have the LoRa antenna just above the BTS) antenna with 1 meter gap min. Placing the LoRa antenna below the BTS antenna could be also possible. However, this is not recommended as reception could be impacted by metallic structures in the close area. 7.3.7.3.1 LoRa IoT Station 868 Co-localization is possible with the following BTS:- EGSM900, GSM1800, GS- UMTS900, UMTS2100 - LTE800, LTE 900, LTE 1800, LTE 2100, LTE 2300, LTE26 The most difficult use case is the LTE 800 band that is very close to the 868MHz band. Actually, the end of the LTE 800 band is 862MHz whereas the beginning of the 868MHz862MHz while transmitting at 863MHz or even at 868Mhz is not achievable with the sfilters. Therefore, the LoRa IoT Station865MHz range cannot be used on transmit side. This limitation allows usage of SAW filter offering low insertion loss at 865MHz but sufficient attenuation at 862MHz. These SAW filters are designed specifically for KERLINK as standard SAW filters on the shelf dfilters and limitation of the TX frequency range (865MHz80dBm/100KHz spurious limit in the LTE 800 band. Co-localization is not possible with GSM850, Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. In case of sectorial antenna, the antenna gain above or below the antenna is also significantly reduced to Then, taking into account the performance of the antenna, we need to get about 10 to 20dB more isolation to meet the 50dB isolation between antenna. A gap of 1 meter between antenna would insure 30dB additional attenuation. ommendation is to have the LoRa antenna just above the BTS) antenna with 1 meter gap antenna below the BTS antenna could be also possible. However, this is not recommended as reception could be impacted by metallic structures in the close area. localization is possible with the following BTS: , GSM1900 LTE 900, LTE 1800, LTE 2100, LTE 2300, LTE2600 difficult use case is the LTE 800 band that is very close to the 868MHz band. Actually, the end of the LTE 800 band is 862MHz whereas the beginning of the 868MHz band is 863MHz.z while transmitting at 863MHz or even at 868Mhz is not achievable with the sLoRa IoT Station has a limited transmit frequency range of 865not be used on transmit side. This limitation allows usage of SAW filter offering low insertion loss at 865MHz but sufficient attenuation at 862MHz. These SAW filters are designed specifically for KERLINK as standard SAW filters on the shelf do not achieve such performance. filters and limitation of the TX frequency range (865MHz-873MHz) the LoRa IoT Stationious limit in the LTE 800 band. localization is not possible with GSM850, UMTS850 and LTE850 INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 40 / 53 In case of sectorial antenna, the antenna gain above or below the antenna is also significantly reduced to -10 Then, taking into account the performance of the antenna, we need to get about 10 to 20dB more isolation ommendation is to have the LoRa antenna just above the BTS) antenna with 1 meter gap antenna below the BTS antenna could be also possible. However, this is not recommended difficult use case is the LTE 800 band that is very close to the 868MHz band. Actually, the end of the band is 863MHz. Insuring -80dBm/100KHz at z while transmitting at 863MHz or even at 868Mhz is not achievable with the state of the art of SAW has a limited transmit frequency range of 865-873MHz. The 863-not be used on transmit side. This limitation allows usage of SAW filter offering low insertion loss at 865MHz but sufficient attenuation at 862MHz. These SAW filters are designed specifically for o not achieve such performance. Based on these specific SAW LoRa IoT Station also meets the -
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Note: In India, co-localization with CDMA800 requires usage of a specific cavity filter.Contact Kerlink for more information.7.3.7.3.2 LoRa IoT Station 915 Co-localization is possible with the following BTS:- GSM850, GSM1800, GSM1900- UMTS850, UMTS1900, UMTS2100- LTE700, LTE850, LTE1700, LTE 1800, LTE1900, LTE26 Co-localization is not possible with GSM900, UMTS900 and LTE900In case of co-localization with GSM900, UMTS900 or LTE900, then gateway. If LoRa IoT Station 915 want to be used when coa specific cavity filter is required. Contact Kerlink for more information. 7.3.7.3.3 LoRa IoT Station 923 Co-localization is possible with the following BTS:- GSM850, GSM900, GSM1800- UMTS850, UMTS900, UMTS2100- LTE700, LTE800, LTE850, Co-localization is not possible with Note: In Singapore, co-localization with Contact Kerlink for more information. 7.3.7.4 Fresnel ellipsoid Radio waves generally travel in a straight line from the emitter to the receiver. This is obviously true when there are no obstacles between the transmitsome obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver. Then, the radio waves bump into the obstacles and are reflected or diffracted with dephasing. These diffracted waves when arriving on the rcause phase cancelling with the straight line signals depends on the distance betweenassociated out of phase. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. localization with CDMA800 requires usage of a specific cavity filter. Contact Kerlink for more information. localization is possible with the following BTS: GSM1900 , UMTS2100 LTE1700, LTE 1800, LTE1900, LTE2600 localization is not possible with GSM900, UMTS900 and LTE900. localization with GSM900, UMTS900 or LTE900, then LoRa IoT Station 923LoRa IoT Station 915 want to be used when co-localized with GSM900, UMTS900 or LTE900, then a specific cavity filter is required. Contact Kerlink for more information. localization is possible with the following BTS: 0, GSM1800, GSM1900 UMTS900, UMTS2100 LTE850, LTE 900, LTE 1800, LTE 2100, LTE 2300, LTE2500, localization is not possible with EGSM900, only GSM900. localization with EGSM900 requires usage of a specific cavity filter.Contact Kerlink for more information. Radio waves generally travel in a straight line from the emitter to the receiver. This is obviously true when no obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver. However, there are, most of the time, some obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver. Then, the radio waves bump into the obstacles and are reflected or diffracted with dephasing. These diffracted waves when arriving on the rcause phase cancelling with the straight line signals reducing the received power (fading). The fading effect between the receiver and the emitter, the nature of theINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 41 / 53 LoRa IoT Station 923 is a more suitable localized with GSM900, UMTS900 or LTE900, then LTE2500, LTE2600 requires usage of a specific cavity filter. Radio waves generally travel in a straight line from the emitter to the receiver. This is obviously true when ter and the receiver. However, there are, most of the time, some obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver. Then, the radio waves bump into the obstacles and are reflected or diffracted with dephasing. These diffracted waves when arriving on the receiver can the received power (fading). The fading effect nature of the obstacles and the
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not To minimize the fading effects, obstacles in a “Fresnel ellipsoid” must be avoided.The Fresnel ellipsoid is a theoretical ellipsoid located between the transmitter and the receiver.The radius of the ellipsoid is defined as follows:Where: • d1 = distance from Tx antenna• d2 = distance from Rx antenna• f = frequency • c = celerity (3E8 m/s)• r1 = radius at the distance d1 A global rule is that 60% of the Fresnel ellipsoid In case of buildings between the end point and the LoRa IoT station, the antenna height must be adjusted to make sure the building is not close to 60% of r1. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 25 : Fading effects due to obstacles To minimize the fading effects, obstacles in a “Fresnel ellipsoid” must be avoided.theoretical ellipsoid located between the transmitter and the receiver.of the ellipsoid is defined as follows: distance from Tx antenna d2 = distance from Rx antenna c = celerity (3E8 m/s) r1 = radius at the distance d1 A global rule is that 60% of the Fresnel ellipsoid must be clear of obstacles. In case of buildings between the end point and the LoRa IoT station, the antenna height must be adjusted to make sure the building is not close to 60% of r1. Figure 26 : Fresnel ellipsoid clearance INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 42 / 53 To minimize the fading effects, obstacles in a “Fresnel ellipsoid” must be avoided. theoretical ellipsoid located between the transmitter and the receiver. In case of buildings between the end point and the LoRa IoT station, the antenna height must be adjusted to
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Be careful, if the antennas heightellipsoid and overrule the 60% criteria. Example: An end point is located at 3500m from the LoRa IoT Station.The LoRa IoT Station is installed on the roof of a buiWhat is the required height of the LoRa antenna for have an optimized reception? Answer: If we want to receive end points i.e. 360° area coverage, it should be better to have the antenna located in the mid of the building root. The antenna is therefore at 15m from the edge of the roof. Then we have: • d1 = 15m • d2 = 3600 -15 = 3585m• f = 868MHz • c = 3E8 m/s So, r1 = 2.3m The antenna must be installed at 7.4 Setting connections 7.4.1 Ethernet connection Before connecting the Ethernet wires, ensure that the POE injector is not The Ethernet wires must be connected as described in §7.4.2 LoRa RF Antenna connectionLoRa IoT Station 868 is delivered with a 868MHz antenn Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. heights are not sufficient, then the ground (earth curve) can get inside the Fresnel ellipsoid and overrule the 60% criteria. Figure 27 : Fresnel ellipsoid and earth curvature end point is located at 3500m from the LoRa IoT Station. The LoRa IoT Station is installed on the roof of a building. The building roof is 30 meters long vs 20m large.What is the required height of the LoRa antenna for have an optimized reception?If we want to receive end points i.e. 360° area coverage, it should be better to have the antenna located in The antenna is therefore at 15m from the edge of the roof. 15 = 3585m The antenna must be installed at a minimum height of 2.3m from the roof top, on a mast for instance.Before connecting the Ethernet wires, ensure that the POE injector is not connected to 230VAC.The Ethernet wires must be connected as described in §7.2.1. LoRa RF Antenna connection is delivered with a 868MHz antenna. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 43 / 53 are not sufficient, then the ground (earth curve) can get inside the Fresnel ding. The building roof is 30 meters long vs 20m large. What is the required height of the LoRa antenna for have an optimized reception? If we want to receive end points i.e. 360° area coverage, it should be better to have the antenna located in from the roof top, on a mast for instance. connected to 230VAC.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not LoRa IoT Station 915 and 923 are delivered with a 915 First, tighten the universal antenna support on the enclosure support using provided screw and Next, tighten the antenna on the mounting set: Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 28 : Technical antenna 868 specifications 915 and 923 are delivered with a 915MHz antenna. Figure 29 : Technical antenna 915 specifications universal antenna support on the enclosure support using provided screw and on the mounting set: INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 44 / 53 universal antenna support on the enclosure support using provided screw and nut.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Figure Once the RF antenna is fixed, connect the N connector of the antenna cable on the connector based on the bottom of the casing as described on the figure below. For safety reason, the power supply of the pr Figure To improve the durability of the RF Kerlink recommends to protect connectors with an To tighten the antenna cable, it is possible to purpose: N connector of the antenna cable Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 30 : attachment of the antenna on the mounting set Once the RF antenna is fixed, connect the N connector of the antenna cable on the connector based on the s described on the figure below. For safety reason, the power supply of the product must be disconnected before plugging the N connector.Figure 31 : connection of LoRa RF antenna (bottom view) To improve the durability of the RF connections against environmental aggression (moisture, pollution, connectors with an insulating tape like the reference 130C from 3M.the antenna cable, it is possible to tighten it with cable clamp, using spaces provided for this Universal antenna support mounting screw and nutINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 45 / 53 Once the RF antenna is fixed, connect the N connector of the antenna cable on the connector based on the oduct must be disconnected before plugging the N connector. gression (moisture, pollution, …), like the reference 130C from 3M. it with cable clamp, using spaces provided for this N connector on the casing Universal antenna support mounting screw and nut
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not It is possible to order other antennas as an option. KerlinkFor more details, contact Kerlink Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Figure 32 : attachment of the RF antenna cable rder other antennas as an option. Kerlink proposes antennas with gain from 3dBi to 16dBi.For more details, contact Kerlink at support@kerlink.fr. Spaces provided to fix the antennaINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 46 / 53 proposes antennas with gain from 3dBi to 16dBi. Spaces provided to fix the antenna cable
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.5 Commissioning 7.5.1 SIM card The SIM card is mandatory to establish the 3G/GPRS communications. Before inserting the SIM card, pay attention that the LoRa IoT Station is unpoweredPWR are OFF. Then, to insert a SIM card in the Access Point: o Open the LoRa IoT Station casingo Open the internal door of the cabineto Then, you can remove the SIM card holder of the Lora IoT Station by pressing with a little screwdriver, the extraction button (as shown below)o Place the SIM card in the SIM card holdero Insert carefully the SIM card holder with the SIM card in the LoRa IoT Station In case of replacement of the SIM card, Ethernet wires or disconnecting the POE injector. For few seconds, tdue to the internal backup battery. Wait and check the 2 LEDs PWR are switched off before extract the SIM card. After inserting the new SIM card as described above, the Lora IoT Station can be In case of change of mobile operator, APN and login/password must be updated. For more details, contact Kerlink at support@kerlink.fr. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. The SIM card is mandatory to establish the 3G/GPRS communications. Before inserting the SIM card, pay attention that the LoRa IoT Station is unpoweredThen, to insert a SIM card in the Access Point: Open the LoRa IoT Station casing Open the internal door of the cabinet emove the SIM card holder of the Lora IoT Station by pressing with a little screwdriver, the extraction button (as shown below) Place the SIM card in the SIM card holder Insert carefully the SIM card holder with the SIM card in the LoRa IoT Station Figure 33 : SIM Card In case of replacement of the SIM card, the power supply must be firstly switched off by disconnecting Ethernet wires or disconnecting the POE injector. For few seconds, the LoRa IoT Stationdue to the internal backup battery. Wait and check the 2 LEDs PWR are switched off before extract the SIM fter inserting the new SIM card as described above, the Lora IoT Station can be f change of mobile operator, APN and login/password must be updated. For more details, contact INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 47 / 53 Before inserting the SIM card, pay attention that the LoRa IoT Station is unpowered by checking the 2 LEDs emove the SIM card holder of the Lora IoT Station by pressing with a little Insert carefully the SIM card holder with the SIM card in the LoRa IoT Station the power supply must be firstly switched off by disconnecting LoRa IoT Station is still powered-on due to the internal backup battery. Wait and check the 2 LEDs PWR are switched off before extract the SIM re-powered on. f change of mobile operator, APN and login/password must be updated. For more details, contact Press the extraction button here
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.5.2 Power on Once the RF antenna and the Ethernet wires are connected and the SIM card is insecan be powered on. To POWER ON the LoRa IoT Station, connect the POE injector on the 230VAC main power supply. 7.5.3 Functional check To ensure the LoRa IoT Station is started up, check the 2 PWRseconds, the LEDs switch off. Then, to check and analyse the status of order to activate the LEDs functionality during 1 minute. This operation Status of the Lora IoT Station: Name Color PWR (Station) Green ContinuousPWR (Modem) Green ContinuousGSM1 Green ContinuousGSM2 Green Continuous Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Once the RF antenna and the Ethernet wires are connected and the SIM card is inseTo POWER ON the LoRa IoT Station, connect the POE injector on the 230VAC main power supply.To ensure the LoRa IoT Station is started up, check the 2 PWR LEDS: they should be switched ON. After some Then, to check and analyse the status of the LoRa IoT Station, the TEST button must be pressed briefly in order to activate the LEDs functionality during 1 minute. This operation can be repeated indefinitely. Figure 34 : Test and Reset buttons Mode Details Continuous Station power indicatorContinuous Modem power indicatorContinuous GSM quality level Most Significant BitContinuous GSM quality level Least Significant Bit INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 48 / 53 Once the RF antenna and the Ethernet wires are connected and the SIM card is inserted, the Lora IoT Station To POWER ON the LoRa IoT Station, connect the POE injector on the 230VAC main power supply. LEDS: they should be switched ON. After some a IoT Station, the TEST button must be pressed briefly in can be repeated indefinitely. Station power indicator Modem power indicator Most Significant Bit Least Significant Bit Test button Reset button
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not WAN quality level : GSM1 0 0 1 1 The behaviour of the other LEDs depends on the application software downloaded in the LoRa IoT Station. Only Station LEDS (WAN, MOD1 and MOD2) can be controlled by the application. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. GSM2 Status 0 SIM Card error 1 No network connection 0 RSSI Level < 17 1 RSSI Level >18 he behaviour of the other LEDs depends on the application software downloaded in the LoRa IoT Station. Only Station LEDS (WAN, MOD1 and MOD2) can be controlled by the application. Figure 35 : LEDs indicators INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 49 / 53 he behaviour of the other LEDs depends on the application software downloaded in the LoRa IoT Station. Only Station LEDS (WAN, MOD1 and MOD2) can be controlled by the application.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 7.6 Lightning protections In harsh environment, additional protections7.6.1 Antenna link For the antenna link, Kerlink recommends tProtections must be installed in accordance to its own specifications. 7.6.2 Ethernet link For the Ethernet link, Kerlink recommends the Protections must be installed in accordance to its own specifications. Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. additional protections may be used to improve lightning immunity.For the antenna link, Kerlink recommends the P8AX series from CITEL. accordance to its own specifications. For the Ethernet link, Kerlink recommends the CITEL MJ8-POE-B reference from CITEL.Protections must be installed in accordance to its own specifications. INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 50 / 53 to improve lightning immunity. reference from CITEL.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not 8 Maintenance of the Access point8.1 Simple checks 8.1.1 LoRa IoT Station enclosure Check the robustness of the installation:- Screwing of the LoRa IoT Station on the mounting set- Screwing of the mounting set (depends on the configuration)Check the Ingress Protection of the enclosure:- No trace of water inside the enclosure- Tightening of the cable gland- Tightening of the pressure stabiliser- PU gasket on the door 8.1.2 Cables Check: - The LoRa RF antenna N connectors are well screwmounting set. - Screwing of Ethernet wires- Ensure that the POE injector is correctly installed (RJ45 and power supply cable).8.1.3 LED Make sure the LoRa IoT Station is working properly according to LEDs indicationsSee §7.5.3. 8.2 Interfaces for debug or maintenance purposes8.2.1 Proprietary debug interface The LoRa IOT Station has a proprietary debug interface:Figure Debug connector Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. Maintenance of the Access point LoRa IoT Station enclosure Check the robustness of the installation: Screwing of the LoRa IoT Station on the mounting set Screwing of the mounting set (depends on the configuration) Check the Ingress Protection of the enclosure: inside the enclosure Tightening of the cable gland Tightening of the pressure stabiliser ntenna N connectors are well screwed and tightenedScrewing of Ethernet wires nsure that the POE injector is correctly installed (RJ45 and power supply cable).Make sure the LoRa IoT Station is working properly according to LEDs indicationsInterfaces for debug or maintenance purposes Proprietary debug interface The LoRa IOT Station has a proprietary debug interface: Figure 36 : Proprietary debug interface of the LoRa IoT StationTest buttonReset buttonINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 51 / 53 and tightened on the casing and on the nsure that the POE injector is correctly installed (RJ45 and power supply cable). Make sure the LoRa IoT Station is working properly according to LEDs indications : Proprietary debug interface of the LoRa IoT Station Test button Reset button
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not This debug interface is intended to be used by authorized and qualified personnel only.Be careful: Only specific equipment It is also possible to access to the debug interface by Ethernet connection by connecting directly to the POE injector or the Ethernet switch (depending on the installation topology).8.2.2 USB and Ethernet interface Firmware update can be performed with a USB key 8.2.3 TEST and RESET buttons Test and reset button are small buttons present on the RESET button is intended to reinitialize the LoRa IOT Station. TEST button has 2 functions: - Short Press : LEDs functionality is activated during 1 minute- Long Press : Activation of an auto9 Kerlink support The LoRa IoT Station must be installed and maintained by authorized and qualifiIn case of defect or breakdown, make sure the above recommendations detailed in this document are met.If an issue is not addressed in this document, contact Kerlink at USB type A connector Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. This debug interface is intended to be used by authorized and qualified personnel only.Only specific equipment developed by Kerlink must be connected to this interface.It is also possible to access to the debug interface by Ethernet connection by connecting directly to the POE injector or the Ethernet switch (depending on the installation topology). USB and Ethernet interface are update can be performed with a USB key via the USB type A connector below: Figure 37 : USB connector of the LoRa IoT Station Test and reset button are small buttons present on the top side as shown in Figure RESET button is intended to reinitialize the LoRa IOT Station. Short Press : LEDs functionality is activated during 1 minute Long Press : Activation of an auto-test sequence defined by the application softwareThe LoRa IoT Station must be installed and maintained by authorized and qualified personnel only.In case of defect or breakdown, make sure the above recommendations detailed in this document are met.If an issue is not addressed in this document, contact Kerlink at support@kerlink.frINSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 52 / 53 This debug interface is intended to be used by authorized and qualified personnel only. must be connected to this interface. It is also possible to access to the debug interface by Ethernet connection by connecting directly to the POE via the USB type A connector below: Figure 36. test sequence defined by the application software ed personnel only. In case of defect or breakdown, make sure the above recommendations detailed in this document are met. support@kerlink.fr.
LoRa IoT Station Classification level 1 - Internal use only This document is owned by KLK and can not Installation and Maintenance Manual Reference:INSTALL_Station Version ........ 2.0 Author ......... Michel GILBERTDate ............. 17/09/20152 – Confidential 3 - Confidential limitedand can not be distributed, used and/or reproduced without KERLINK authorization. * * * End of document INSTALL_Long_Range_IoT_Michel GILBERT 17/09/2015 Confidential limited written Page 53 / 53

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