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Gridstream Modular SCADA/DA
Series 4 Single Board Radio
Quick Start Guide
Publication: 98-1138 Rev AD
LANDIS+GYR CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
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© 2012, 2013 Landis+Gyr, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Gridstream Modular SCADA/DA Series 4 Single Board Radio Quick Start Guide
Publication: 98-1138
Revision History
Modification Date
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Description
Author
1/29/2013
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12/26/2012
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9/6/2012
AA
Released
Randy Roten
Landis+Gyr
30000 Mill Creek Avenue
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Website: www.landisgyr.com
E-mail: solutionsupport.na@landisgyr.com
Technical Support: 1-888-390-5733
© 2012, 2013 Landis+Gyr
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electrical Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Pin Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pin 1 (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Pin 2 (LPP TX) and Pin 3 (LPP RX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Pin 4 (DIGITAL_IO1) and Pin 11 (DIGITAL_IO2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Pin 5 (ANALOG_IN1) and Pin 10 (ANALOG_IN2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pins 6 and 7 (GND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pin 8 (LOW_RF_POWER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pin 9 (PWR_DN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pin 12 (TPP RX) and Pin 13 (TPP TX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Pin 14 (3.3V_Logic_supply) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
USB Programming Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
USB Cable Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
External Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
On-Board Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Additional Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dimensions: Gridstream S4SBR 25-1681 / 25-1682 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Dimensions: Gridstream S4SBR 25-1683 / 25-1684 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 2: Configuration & Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connecting to a Gridstream S4SBR using RadioShop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Assign the Network ID (CRC) of the Gridstream S4SBR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Assigning a New Network ID to a Gridstream S4SBR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Adding New Radios to RadioShop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the Latitude & Longitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Chapter 3: Development Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Gridstream SCADA/DA Series 4 Single Board Radio Interface Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Transparent Port (TPP) Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
LAN Packet Port (LPP) Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Onboard Regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Digital Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Analog Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
General Usage Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Gridstream S4SBR Logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Control Register 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Control Register 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Digital I/O Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Analog Input Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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Memory Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Appendix A: External Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Manufacturer Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
External Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Ground Plane Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
RF External Antenna Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
External Antenna Radiation Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Identifying a Reverse-Polarized Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Appendix B: On-Board Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
On-Board Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
On-Board Antenna Radiation Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Appendix C: FCC and Industry Canada Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
FCC Class B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
RF Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Industry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Host FCC Label Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Appendix D: MMG Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Whip Antenna P/N 16-1000-0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
RF External Antenna Cable P/N 21-1000-0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
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Product Overview
Introduction
The Gridstream SCADA Series 4 Single Board Radio (Gridstream S4SBR) is for use by OEM
vendors wanting to incorporate Gridstream capability into their SCADA/DA and similar products.
The design of the board allows integration with an OEM enclosure and communication with the
customer's equipment via a 14-pin connector. Table 1 - 4, "I/O Connector Pin Functions and
Acceptable Voltage Levels," provides details for the interface. The Gridstream S4SBR is available
in four unique versions, listed/numbered below and in the following illustration:
1. External Antenna (MCX connector), without Super Cap, Part number 40-1681
2. External Antenna (MCX connector), with Super Cap, Part number 40-1682
3. Internal Antenna, without Super Cap, Part number 40-1683
4. Internal Antenna, with Super Cap, Part number 40-1684
The Gridstream S4SBR is a self-contained 600 mW Integrated WanGate Radio (IWR) which
includes voltage regulation, micro-processor, and radio. Output power can be set to 100, 450, or 600
mW.
Figure 1 - 1. Gridstream S4SBR Internal and External Antenna Versions
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This Gridstream S4SBR is based upon existing Gridstream architecture and will operate as a node
within a Gridstream network. It is similar in construction to a Gridstream metering endpoint, but
with an optional onboard antenna and I/O ports. It has received Modular FCC approval when used
with the approved cable and antenna.
The Gridstream S4SBR provides two digital I/O ports and two analog input ports, which can also be
configured as two general purpose I/O ports. One of the digital ports can also be configured as a
counter by sensing either the rising end of the pulse, trailing edge of the pulse, or both. These
interfaces are accessible via the Device Control Word (DCW) programming language.
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NOTE: All Gridstream S4SBR models have identical base electrical architecture with minor physical
variations based on antenna/connector type and whether or not the super cap circuitry is included.
The on-board antenna version is designed for customers seeking the lowest-cost solution. The
onboard F-antenna exhibits nominal performance. The external antenna version is designed for
customers who require enhanced performance (greater range).
The Gridstream S4SBR shares similarities with other Gridstream IWR devices, but also has
differences.
Similarities
Differences
RF Mesh Routing
Connection Type: TTL
RF Speed
Digital & Analog Commands
Programmability
Physical Antenna Configuration
(External/Internal)
DCW / Applet Storage
Super Capacitor
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Performance Specifications
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NOTE: Specifications are the same for all S4SBR models unless otherwise stipulated.
Table 1 - 1. Series 4 Gridstream S4SBR General Electrical Specifications
Value
Parameter
Input Voltage
Units
Min
Typ
Max
4.0
5.0
7.0
41
120
250
440
520
140
288
480
600
Current Consumption
Rx mode w/o super-capacitor
Rx mode w/ super-capacitor charging
Tx mode (low power)†
Tx mode (medium power)†
Tx mode (high power)†
Comments
VDC
mA
†Super-capacitor
charging is disabled
during transmit mode
Vin = 5V
Current Consumption
Shut Down mode*
85
100
μA
*PWR_DN = 0V
RF Frequency Range
902
928
MHz
RF Baud Rate
9.6
115.2
kbps
Variable - 9.6, 19.2, 38.4,
115.2 kbps
Frequency Stability
-3
+3
ppm
Over temperature range
Processor
Processor Type
Clock Speed
SRAM (internal)
Flash (internal)
M16C/65
14.7456
47
512
Additional Memory
SRAM
Flash
MHz
KB
KB
768
1024
KB
Table 1 - 2. Series 4 Gridstream S4SBR Transmitter Electrical Specifications
Value
Parameter
Units
Min
Modulation Type
Baud Rates
Output Power
High Setting (600 mW)‡
Medium Setting (450 mW)
Low Setting (100 mW)
Ruggedness
Gridstream SCADA/DA S4SBR
26.8
25
19
Typ
Comments
Max
FSK/GFSK
Depends on baud rate
9.6
19.2
38.4
115.2
± 4.95 kHz
± 9.9 kHz
± 19.8 kHz
± 57.6 kHz
27.8
26.5
20
kbps
28.8
27
21
+30dBm, 40% duty cycle, open
circuit on antenna port
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VSWR load
‡Default Factory Setting
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Table 1 - 2. Series 4 Gridstream S4SBR Transmitter Electrical Specifications
Value
Parameter
Units
Min
Typ
Conducted Spurious
Second harmonic
All other harmonics
Comments
Max
-40
-70
At +30dBm output power,
<2:1 VSWR load
Meets FCC requirements
dBc
Table 1 - 3. Series 4 Gridstream S4SBR Receiver Electrical Specifications
Value
Parameter
Units
Min
Cascaded Noise Figure
Typ
5.0
dB
Input IP3
-10
dBm
Sensitivity (@ 25° C)
9.6 kbps
19.2 kbps
38.4 kbps
115.2 kbps
-112
-110
-107
-101
dBm
Image Rejection (worst-case)
30
Selectivity (In-band blocking)
f0 ± 100 kHz
f0 ± 10 MHz
Blocking (Out-of-band)
No Pager-Reject Filter
f < 880 MHz
880 < f < 895 MHz
960 < f < 3000 MHz
Minimum spacing between S4 SBR antenna
and any other device transmitting in the ISM
band
902 MHz < f < 928 MHz
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Desired signal 3dB above
sensitivity, CW jammer (at
image freq) increased until
PER = 10%; 9.6kbps baud
rate
Desired signal 3dB above
sensitivity, CW jammer (at
image freq) increased until
PER = 10%; 9.6kbps baud
rate
dB
-10
-10
Maximum input RF power
ISM Band
902 MHz < f < 928 MHz
Two-tone test (1 MHz tone
spacing); desired signal 3dB
above sensitivity; 9.6 kbps
operation
dB
30
35
80
f0 ± 200 kHz
Comments
Max
dBm
Desired signal 3dB above
sensitivity, CW jammer (at
image freq) increased until
PER = 10%; 9.6kbps baud
rate
dBm
Permanent damage can
occur to receiver if exposed
to RF level above this
specification
inches
Applies to both internal and
external antenna versions of
S4 SBR
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Electrical Interface
The electrical interface for power and control circuitry is provided via a 14-pin keyed connector
located on the bottom (non-component) side of the board and shown in Figure 1 - 2.
The Gridstream S4SBR requires a nominal 5.0 VDC supply, with a total input range of 4.0 to 7.0
VDC.
I/O Connector
Figure 1 - 2. Gridstream Series 4 Single Board Radio Rear View, I/O Connector, Pin 1 (Red Arrow)
The I/O connector provides seven interface connections listed below:
•
Input power connections
•
LAN Packet Port (LPP)
•
Transparent Port (TPP)
•
Digital I/O signals
•
Analog I/O signals
•
Radio Enable/Disable control
•
RF output power control
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Pin Functions
Pin Outs for the connector as described below are designed to interface with developer OEM
architecture. When pins are connected to non developer boards or when standard interfaces are
required without use of the USB cable (P/N 19-2325, as shown in Figure 1 - 6), appropriate design
constraints (power and logic level) must be adhered to (See “Gridstream SBR Logic” on page 30).
Figure 1 - 3. Pinout Diagram (Rear View) For All Board Versions)
Table 1 - 4. I/O Connector Pin Functions and Acceptable Voltage Levels
Pin
Number
Name
Function
Logic
Level Low
(VDC)
Logic Level
High (VDC)
VIN
Main supply for the board.
4.0 ~ 7.0
Nominal =
5.0
LPP TX
This pin is an output from the device for connecting to
RadioShop via the LAN Packet Port (LPP) interface.
0 ~ 0.5
2.8 ~ 3.4
LPP RX
This pin is an input to the device for connecting to
RadioShop via the LAN Packet Port (LPP) interface.
0 ~ 0.6
2.6 ~ 3.4
DIGITAL_IO1
A general purpose Digital Input / Output Pin. The applicationspecific DCW can use this pin as desired.
0 ~ 0.6
2.6 ~ 3.4
ANALOG_IN1
An input to the device’s A/D converter. The applicationspecific DCW can read the voltage on this pin. Note: This pin
may be configured as a Digital I/O, if desired.
6 and 7
GND
Common ground for both power and communications. These
two pins are tied together on the device.
LOW_RF_POWER
Digital input used to select Low-Power Mode, an RF output
power reduction to 100 mW [20 dBm].
ground
3.3V max
PWR_DN
Digital input used to completely shut down the device.
ground
2.8 ~ 5V max
10
ANALOG_IN2
An input to the device’s A/D converter. The applicationspecific DCW can read the voltage on this pin. Note: This pin
may be configured as a Digital I/O, if desired.
11
DIGITAL_IO2
A general purpose Digital Input / Output Pin. The applicationspecific DCW can use this pin as desired.
0 ~ 0.6
2.6 ~ 3.4
12
TPP RX
This pin is an input to the Transparent Port (TPP) device.
0 ~ 0.6
2.6 ~ 3.4
13
TPP TX
This pin is an output from the Transparent Port (TPP) device.
0 ~ 0.5
2.8 ~ 3.4
14
3.3V_Logic_supply
3.3V Supply for logic level shifting. Pin is current limited to
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Pin 1 (VIN)
This pin must be supplied with DC voltage between 4.0 and 7.0 VDC with 5.0 VDC considered
nominal.
The input voltage is linearly regulated on the board. While the linear regulation can remove some
noise, Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR) varies with frequency. If the power source is
particularly noisy, filtering may be required. Landis+Gyr engineering can assist in defining radio
tests to determine if power supply noise is affecting radio performance.
The input voltage must be maintained between 4.0 VDC and 7.0 VDC during operation. The onboard electronics include fast-acting reset circuitry. If the voltage drops below 4.0 VDC, even
transiently, the system will reboot once the voltage returns to normal range. If the voltage rises above
7.0 VDC, even transiently, the voltage-sensitive components could be damaged.
Upon power up, the on-board processor and voltage regulator requires the supply voltage to have a
minimum of 0.05 V/msec slew rate - which implies rising from a logic 0 to a logic 1 in no less than
66 msec. Power consumption during normal receive mode is typically 41 mA. Current consumption
during 100 mW transmit mode is 250 mA, 440 mA during 450 mW transmit mode, and 520 mA
during 600 mW transmit mode.
During the first 30 minutes after initial power-on or after an extended outage, the on-board supercapacitor will be charging. During this time, the total input current to the device will increase by 80
mA. SeeTable 1 - 1, "Series 4 Gridstream S4SBR General Electrical Specifications," for additional
details.
The Gridstream S4SBR uses a frequency-hopping sequence transmission and, while typically rare,
transmissions can be as long as 400 mS in duration, and can theoretically sustain at a 45% duty cycle
on a single channel.
Iin [mA]
255
55
Time [mS]
~ 500[mS]
~ 400[mS]
Figure 1 - 4. Single-channel Worst-Case Current Consumption Profile
Iin [mA]
175
Occasional
Packets
25
Time [mS]
~ 250[mS]
Figure 1 - 5. Typical Current Consumption Profile
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Pin 2 (LPP TX) and Pin 3 (LPP RX)
These pins are used to interface with the device's LAN Packet Port. These pins are driven at TTL
level supply, 2.5 VDC.
Baud rates on this port default to 9,600 bps but, using RadioShop, are configurable from 1,200 bps to
115,200 bps.
To reduce chances of electrical damage, a 10Kohm series resistor is placed in-series with the pin
which limits the drive current capability of this pin.
Stray physical capacitance on this circuit should be kept below 250[pF].
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NOTE: These pins should NOT be directly connected to an RS-232 interface on a computer. Where
such a connection is necessary, the developer must connect to the unit through an externallypowered TTL to RS-232 VDC converter, NOT via the pins or the RS-232 connection on the
computer.
Pin 4 (DIGITAL_IO1) and Pin 11 (DIGITAL_IO2)
These pins are general purpose digital I/O lines and are driven at TTL supply levels.
If not used, they should not be left unconnected and should be held low by connecting the pin to a
common ground.
If used, these pins must be driven to a valid logic high or low and not left at intermediate voltages as
this will result in indeterminate logic values and may damage the device.
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Pin 5 (ANALOG_IN1) and Pin 10 (ANALOG_IN2)
These pins are analog inputs to the device. Voltages must be scaled to the 0 to 2.5 VDC range. The
Gridstream S4SBR returns the DC voltage as HEX values in the memory locations as described in
“Analog Input Functionality” on page 31.
To obtain the HEX values, a DCW must be developed to read and send the HEX values to the host
computer. Once the host has the HEX values, the corresponding voltage can be derived using the
following formula:
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Voltage = (Decimal value/1023) * 2.5
The DCW that reads the memory location returns a HEX value, within range of 0x0 - 0x03FF. The
user can convert to decimal using the formula obtaining the value in VDC. The table below shows
examples of various voltages and the equivalent HEX values.
Table 1 - 5. Example Hex Values and Equivalent Voltages
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Example HEX Read
Corresponding Actual Voltage
0000
0.00
0006
0.01
006B
0.25
0119
0.68
0253
1.44
0382
2.19
039F
2.26
03C7
2.36
03F1
2.46
03FD
2.49
NOTE: If desired, the Analog I/O pins may be configured as Digital I/O pins or, alternatively, as
General Purpose I/O pins.
Pins 6 and 7 (GND)
These pins are the ground connection for both power and communications. These two pins are tied
together on the device.
Pin 8 (LOW_RF_POWER)
The purpose for this pin is to reduce the RF output power level to assure operation during
development and OEM manufacturing process. A logic high on this pin leaves the device in its
normal mode of operation, functioning with full rated RF transmitter power. This pin may also be
left unconnected and would therefore result in normal mode operation due to onboard pull-up.
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A logic low (pin connected to ground) reduces the RF output power level to approximately 100 mW
for use in environments where high RF output power is not required or only low input power is
available to the device. When the USB cable is used to power the board, the pin is automatically
brought low. This pin is a digital input, driven internally at TTL supply level.
This pin must be left not connected or pulled low to ground as intermediate voltages will result in
indeterminate conditions and may damage the device.
Pin 9 (PWR_DN)
This pin is used to enable or disable the Gridstream S4SBR. It is a digital input and must be driven to
a valid logic high (5.0 VDC) or low (GND), since intermediate voltages will result in indeterminate
logic values and may damage the device.
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NOTE: When the Pin 9 power-off command is asserted on super-capacitor units, the unit will remain
operational for a few minutes as the super-capacitor voltage bleeds off. Once Pin 9 power-off
command is asserted on units without the super-capacitor, the units will turn off immediately.
•
A logic high (5VDC) provides power to the device.
•
A logic low (GND) turns off the device.
Prior to turning off the device, all interface signals must be driven low and logic voltage removed.
This includes all TTL logic lines, digital and analog I/O lines.
When the device is turned off with this pin, total current consumption will be less than 100µA.
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NOTE: When the board is not in use, voltage should not be applied to any interface. Applied voltage
may damage the device as destructive latch-up may occur.
Pin 12 (TPP RX) and Pin 13 (TPP TX)
These pins are used to interface with the device's Transparent Port. These pins are driven at TTL
supply level.
Baud rates on this port default to 9,600 bps but, using RadioShop, are configurable from 300 bps to
115,200 bps.
To reduce chances of electrical damage, a 1Kohm series resistor is placed in-series with the pin
which limits the drive current capability of this pin.
Stray physical capacitance on this circuit should be kept below 250[pF].
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Pin 14 (3.3V_Logic_supply)
This pin is used as an output to provide 3.3V for the purpose of logic interfacing. To reduce chances
of electrical damage, this pin is current limited to 300uA and caution should be taken when
connecting to external circuit to ensure it doesn’t exceed the 300µA limit.
For additional information about the purpose of this pin contact Landis+Gyr.
CAUTION: Pin 14 should NOT be used whenever Pin 9 (PWR_DN) is held in logic low level.
USB Programming Cable
A USB Serial Interface programming cable (P/N 19-2325, shown in Figure 1 - 6) is available for
developers to access the device via the LPP Port using RadioShop or their own application.
The cable provides power (5.0 VDC) from the USB port and a single emulated COM Port
connection. The USB cable allows the OEM vendor to configure, load DCWs, and program the
Gridstream S4SBR via the LPP port.
Figure 1 - 6. USB Serial Interface programming cable
The cable converts TTL level signals for connecting to Serial interfaces (COM Ports) via the USB
interface. The cable is designed to allow for a fast, simple way to connect the board via the USB
interface to the virtual RS-232 COM Port on the PC, allowing the developer to access the board
using RadioShop.
The entire USB protocol is handled by the USB Serial Interface cable when connected to the PC,
thus no USB specific firmware programming is required.
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WARNING: The 19-2325 USB Cable requires a USB 2.0 port for proper operation. PC damage
may occur if the 19-2325 USB Cable is connected to a USB 1.0 port.
NOTE: Previous model (19-1220) USB cables will not function correctly with this unit.
In order to be compatible with most computer USB ports the USB 19-2325 cable maintains a current
limit of less than 500mA by setting the Gridstream S4SBR to low RF output power mode by
grounding pin 8 of the I/O connector.This mode sets the output power level to approximately 100
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mW. The USB is 2.0 Full Speed compatible, thus providing for COM Port data rates between 9,600
to 115,200 BPS as required by the Gridstream S4SBR LPP port.
Table 1 - 6. USB Cable I/O Operating Parameters
Parameter
Description
Min
VCC
Output Voltage
4.25
I/O
Output Current
Operating
Temp
Operating
Temperature Range
Typ
5.0
Max
Unit
Conditions
5.25
VDC
Dependent on the USB port that
the TTL-232R-3V3 is connected to
500
mA
+40
°C
USB Cable Installation
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NOTE: Before using the USB cable the first time, confirm that the PC’s Internet connection is active.
Connect the device to a spare USB port on your PC. The Microsoft composite device driver is
automatically loaded in the background. Once the composite driver has been installed, the Windows
Found New Hardware Wizard dialog will launch.
The installation process may continue by installing the USB Serial Converter driver for a second
port of the USB Cable. The procedure for installing the second port is identical to that for installing
the first port from the first screen of the Found New Hardware Wizard.
Antennas
As with any RF device, antenna-related decisions are critical and must be made early. The RF range
of the final product will depend greatly on the choice of antenna and where it is placed. The S4SBR
is available in four versions, selected at the time of order. The on-board antenna versions are built
and tuned to utilize an on-board F-antenna. The external antenna versions include an on-board
50-ohm MCX connector for RF co-ax connection to an external antenna.
External Antenna
An external antenna is connected to the board via an MCX Female coaxial RF connector.
The external antenna used to qualify the board is an omnidirectional 5 dBi whip (shown in the next
figure), made by Manufacturers Marketing Group (MMG). The MMG part number for this antenna
is 16-1000-0. MMG contact information is on page 35. This antenna can be used, or any other
omnidirectional whip antenna with 5 dBi gain or less.
Figure 1 - 7. Whip Antenna with N-type Male Reverse-Polarity Connector
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On-board Antenna
The on-board antenna design is an F-antenna (-0 dB). This design was chosen because its
performance is more broad-band relative to a slot antenna, and its pattern is somewhat omnidirectional. This version of the product does not allow an external antenna in conjunction with the
on-board antenna.
Figure 1 - 8. S4SBR On-board Antenna
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NOTE: See “On-Board Antenna Specifications” on page 39 for antenna technical specifications.
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Additional Specifications
Table 1 - 7. Additional Specifications
Category
Specification
Value(s) or Range(s)
Number of Channels
240 (narrow channel mode), 86 (wide channel mode)
Channel Spacing
100 KHz (narrow channel mode), 300 KHz (wide channel mode)
Modulation Type
2-FSK
RF Baud Rate
9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 115.2 kbps
FCC Operation Certification
Part 15.247
Spreading Technique
Frequency Hopping
Hopping Technique
Pseudo Random Asynchronous
Hopping Patterns
65,536 (Unique per network)
Network Address
Latitude / Longitude Coordinates
Turn-Around Time
100[uS] max
Programming Language
Device Control Word (DCW)
Radio Firmware
Version 5.72 later
Networking
Programming
Serial Interface, DCW adjustable per specs below
LAN Packet Port (LPP)
Data Rate - 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 115.2 kbps
Serial Interface, DCW adjustable per specs below
Transparent Port (TPP)
Data Rate - 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 115.2 kbps
Serial Interface
TTL
Parity
Odd, Even, or None
Data bits
7 or 8
Stop bits
1 or 2
Duplex
Full
Protocol
Any asynchronous byte-oriented protocol
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Humidity
85C, 95% RH
Data
Environmental
On-board Antenna 3.43”L x 2.275”W x 0.65”H (0.96”H w- Super Cap)
Mechanical
Size
External Antenna 3.43”L x 1.65”W x 0.65”H (0.96”H w- Super Cap)
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Dimensions: Gridstream S4SBR 25-1681 / 25-1682
Figure 1 - 9. Gridstream S4SBR 25-1681 Dimensions
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Figure 1 - 10. Gridstream S4SBR 25-1682 Dimensions
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Dimensions: Gridstream S4SBR 25-1683 / 25-1684
Figure 1 - 11. Gridstream S4SBR 25-1683 Dimensions
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Figure 1 - 12. Gridstream S4SBR 25-1684 Dimensions
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Overview
In this overview, the Gridstream SCADA Series 4 Single Board Radio (Gridstream S4SBR) is
configured using the RadioShop program. Setup is similar to setting up and configuring any
Gridstream Radio.
Refer to the RadioShop Getting Started Guide, Landis+Gyr publication 98-1008, for further details
about using RadioShop.

NOTE: RadioShop’s version number changes as new features and functionality are added to the
application.
Connecting to a Gridstream S4SBR using RadioShop
Connect the LAN Packet Protocol port of your Gridstream S4SBR to your computer's serial port
using the USB cable. Once the Gridstream S4SBR is powered up, you can launch RadioShop on
your computer. RadioShop will now connect to your local Gridstream S4SBR card.
1. On the RadioShop home screen, click Discover | Force Scan and Discover Entry Ports.

NOTE: When the Select COM Ports for Discovery window opens, select the COM port on your
computer that is connected to the Gridstream S4SBR, and then click OK.
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Figure 2 - 1. Connecting to a Head-end Radio
Once connected, the local radio's LAN address will appear on the list at the top left-hand side of
the screen, and the radio configuration will be displayed in the main window (Figure 2 - 1). This
radio can now be used to communicate with the Gridstream S4SBR and configure it as needed.
Figure 2 - 2. Radio Configuration for Head-end Radio
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NOTE: All RF Mesh radios ship with a default Network ID, or CRC, of 670. In order to communicate
with the Gridstream S4SBR, your local radio will have to be re-configured to match the Network ID
(default 670) of the Gridstream S4SBR.
After re-configuring the Gridstream S4SBR to match the customer’s unique Network ID, the local
radio will need to be reset to its original network ID. See below or see “Assigning a New Network ID
to a Gridstream S4SBR” on page 22 for viewing the steps to re-configure the local radio.
Assign the Network ID (CRC) of the Gridstream S4SBR
All Gridstream SBRs ship with a default network ID, or CRC, of 670. In order to communicate with
other radios in a customer's network, the Gridstream S4SBR will have to be re-configured to match
the customer's unique network ID.
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NOTE: Prior to operation, a Network ID / CRC must be assigned. Network ID / CRC parameters are
unique and are assigned for each customer. Please call Landis+Gyr Customer Service if you require
a Network ID / CRC.
1. From the RadioShop home screen, select Configure | Change Network Id (CRC). The
Network ID Wizard dialog will open,
2. Select Use an Existing Network and click Next to continue.
Figure 2 - 3. Network ID Wizard
The Choose an Existing Network dialog is displayed.
Figure 2 - 4. Choose an Existing Network
3. Choose a Network ID from the Available Networks drop-down list.
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Click Next to continue.
The Final Confirmation dialog is displayed.
5. Click Next to change the Network ID for the Gridstream S4SBR.
Figure 2 - 5. Final Confirmation Dialog
A confirmation message verifies that the Network ID has been changed.
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NOTE: The Gridstream S4SBR will reboot to complete the Network ID / CRC Change action.
Assigning a New Network ID to a Gridstream S4SBR
WARNING: Assign a new Network ID only if the ID you want to use does not exist already.
WARNING: Valid values range from 1 to 65535. If 0 is displayed at startup, call Landis+Gyr
Customer Service.
To assign a new Network ID to a Gridstream S4SBR, perform the following steps.
1. Select Configure > Network Id (CRC). The first dialog of the Network ID Wizard is displayed.
2. Select Create a New Network.
3. Click Next.
The Specify New Network dialog is displayed.
Figure 2 - 6. Specify New Network
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4. Specify the Network ID and Name of the new network you want to assign.
5. Click Next to continue.
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NOTE: Do not use spaces in the Name field.
The Final Confirmation dialog is displayed.
6. Click Next to create the Network ID for the Gridstream S4SBR.
A confirmation message verifies that the new Network ID has been assigned to the Gridstream
S4SBR.
Adding New Radios to RadioShop
You can now add the Gridstream S4SBR to the RadioShop database.
1. Confirm that your local radio is highlighted on the Nodes Pane.
2. Click the Generate WAN Nodes Report icon.
3. From the RadioShop home screen, click Utilities | Radio | Discover Neighbors, as shown in the
figure below.
Figure 2 - 7. Discovering Neighbors
4. Once discovered, the Gridstream S4SBR’s LAN Address will appear in the Nodes pane, as
shown in Figure 2 - 8.
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Figure 2 - 8. Gridstream S4SBR’s LAN Address Appears in the Nodes Pane
5. Highlight the new Gridstream S4SBR as shown in Figure 2 - 8, and click Reports |
Configuration | Radio to verify that you can communicate with the Gridstream S4SBR.
6. Review the report to verify the radio’s firmware version and network ID.
Setting the Latitude & Longitude
1. From the RadioShop home screen, click Configure | WAN Address.
2. In the Configure WAN Address window, specify the new coordinates, and click OK.
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Figure 2 - 9. Configuring the WAN Address
A message will appear indicating that the radio was successfully programmed.
Troubleshooting
The Gridstream S4SBR has been designed as a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). As such, there are no
serviceable parts in the unit.
If you suspect parts within the Gridstream S4SBR have failed:
1. Inspect the module to determine if there is any visual indication of damage to the unit.
2. Verify that power is being supplied to the unit. If the power is within operating parameters,
proceed to Step 3.
3. Try to connect with a locally connected Series-4 IWR configured the same as the Gridstream
S4SBR. If, after five minutes, the locally connected Series-4 IWR does not acquire the
Gridstream S4SBR in its neighbors list, the Gridstream S4SBR should be replaced.
For additional assistance for this product, contact Landis+Gyr Technical Support at 1-888-390-5733
or solutionsupport.na@landisgyr.com.
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Gridstream SCADA/DA Series 4 Single Board Radio
Interface Board
This section provides instruction for the using the Gridstream S4SBR interface. A simple prototype
board block diagram is provided to demonstrate how to connect a Gridstream S4SBR to a PCcompatible computer either for programming or to integrate the Gridstream S4SBR into OEM
devices.
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NOTE: The drawings provided in this section are for design reference purposes only. No interface
board is available for purchase from Landis+Gyr.
Figure 3 - 1. Board Component Layout with On-board Antenna
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Figure 3 - 2. Board Components Schematic
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NOTE: With the digital input switch tying the digital I/O pin on the Gridstream S4SBR to either a
logic 0 or a logic 1 voltage level, this Development Test Platform One does not have functions to
test the digital output of the Gridstream S4SBR. It is recommended to NOT configure the digital I/O
pin as output when the Gridstream S4SBR is connected to the test interface board.
Transparent Port (TPP) Connection
This connector is used to establish connection to the Gridstream S4SBR through the transparent port.
When communication through the transparent port is desired, connect the USB cable to this
connector.
LAN Packet Port (LPP) Connection
This connector is used to establish connection to the Gridstream S4SBR through the LAN packet
port. When communication through the LAN packet port (using RadioShop) is desired, connect the
USB cable to this connector.
Onboard Regulator
The Gridstream S4SBR interface board is equipped with an onboard VDC regulator. This regulator
accepts a 4.0 ~ 7.0 VDC input from a main power source and regulates it to power device
electronics.
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NOTE: The S4SBR onboard VDC regulator is not capable of supplying power to additional devices
beyond the S4SBR.
Digital Input
Digital input to Gridstream S4SBR can be tested by toggling the two switches on the test board that
correspond to D1 for DIGITAL_IO1 and D2 for DIGITAL_IO2. The switch will toggle between 0V
and supply VDC.
Analog Input
Analog input to the Gridstream S4SBR can be tested by tuning the two potentiometers on the test
board that correspond to A1 for ANALOG_IN1 and A2 for ANALOG_IN2. The input voltage
should lie between 0 VDC and 2.5 VDC.

NOTE: With an on-board reference of 2.5 VDC, the highest analog input the Gridstream S4SBR may
sense is limited to 2.5 VDC. Although the processor on the Gridstream S4SBR may withstand
supply VDC analog input, users are advised not to exceed 2.5 VDC.
General Usage Instruction
Depending on the desired method used to establish communication, connect a USB cable to either
the Transparent Packet Port (TPP), the LAN Packet Port (LPP) connection, or both.

NOTE: To provide power to the Gridstream S4SBR test Platform, the power input must be supplied
externally (as shown) because the USB cable, when connected to the TPP or LPP connector, does
not provide power for the test board.
Set the USB power input to an appropriate level by toggling the switch (P) controlling the
*PWR_DN signal (pin 9) to OFF position.
Connect the Gridstream S4SBR to the test board through the board-to-board I/O connector (located
under the SRB).
Toggle the switch (P) controlling the signal (pin 9) *PWR_DN to the ON position to turn the
Gridstream S4SBR ON.
The switch (LP) controlling *LOW_RF_POWER may be toggled to set (pin 8) the transmit level of
the Gridstream S4SBR under test. This switch will control whether to transmit with limited or full
power.
Gridstream S4SBR Logic
Developers planning to use the Gridstream SCADA/DA Series 4 Single Board Radio (Gridstream
S4SBR) in their SCADA equipment as a monitoring device should be aware of the logic of the
setting when writing a DCW program. The following describes the logic for reading and writing
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Gridstream S4SBR Control Registers 1 and 2 located at memory locations 7700h and 7700h in the
radio using a DCW.
Control Register 1
D1-Input
Pin D1 at 7700h (Bits 0-3), if 7700h (Bit 0 = “0”) Input then read Control at 7700h (Bits 2-3)
•
If Control = “00” - General Purpose => Read state at 7700h (Bit 1) and report
•
If Control = “01” - Rising Edge => Read count at 7706h (four bytes) and report
•
If Control = “10” - Falling Edge => Read count at 7706h (four bytes) and report
•
If Control = “11” - Either Edge => Read count at 7706h (four bytes) and report
D1-Output
Pin D1 at 7700h (Bits 0-3), if 7700h (Bit 4 = “0”) Output then verify Control = “00”
•
If NOT “00” => Report Error in configuration
•
If “00” General Purpose => Set state at 7700 (Bit 1) and report
Pin D2 at 7700h (Bits 4-5), if 7700h (Bit 4 = “0”) Input then read state at 7700 (Bit 5) and report
D2-Input
Pin D2 at 7700h (Bits 4-5), if 7700h (Bit 4 = "0") Input then read state at 7700 (Bit 5) and report
D2-Output
Pin D2 at 7700h (Bits 4-5), if 7700h (Bit 4 = “1”) Output then set state at 7700 (Bit 5) and report
Control Register 2
A1-Input
Pin A1 at 7701h (Bits 0-2), if 7701 (Bit 0 = “0”) Input then read Control at 7701h (Bit 2)
•
If Control = “0” - General Purpose => Read state at 7701h (Bit 1) and report
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If Control = “1” - Analog to Digital Channel => Read channel at 7702h (2 bytes) and report
A1-Output
Pin A1 at 7701h (Bits 0-2), if 7701 (Bit 0 = “1”) Output then read Control at 7701h (Bit 2)
•
If Control = “0” - General Purpose => Set state at 7701h (Bit 1) and report
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If Control = “1” - Analog to Digital Channel => Report Error in configuration
A2-Input
Pin A2 at 7701h (Bits 4-6), if 7701 (Bit 4 = “0”) Input then read Control at 7701h (Bit 6)
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If Control = “1” - Analog to Digital Channel => Read channel at 7704h (2 bytes) and report
A2-Output
Pin A2 at 7701h (Bits 4-6), if 7701 (Bit 0 = “1”) Output then read Control at 7701h (Bit 6)
•
If Control = “0” - General Purpose => Set state at 7701h (Bit 5) and report
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If Control = “1” - Analog to Digital Channel => Report Error in configuration
Digital I/O Functionality
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NOTE: This device provides two general purpose digital I/O lines. These are controllable through
the DCW programming language. It is outside the scope of this document to describe that
language but, in brief, there are mechanisms by which each line can be independently configured
as input or output. 
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The state of inputs can be read, and the state of outputs can be set. DCW code execution operates
as a virtual environment and, as such, does not support rapid transitions. Users should understand
the speed limitations associated with the use of these digital I/O pins.
The register below can be used to control either of the two general purpose I/O pins (D1 & D2)
located at memory location 7700 (hex).
Table 3 - 1. Control Register 1
Bit
Feature
Description
Dflt.
Pin D1 Direction
0: Input
1: Output
Pin D1 State
When D1, bit 0 is "0" and bit 2-3 is "00", then bit 1 returns current state
as "0" or "1".
When D1, bit 0 is "0" and bit 2-3 is not "00", then read location 77067709 which returns the count of the as defined in bit 2-3.
When D1, bit 0 is "1" then the value can be read or set.
2-3
Pin D1 Control
00: General Purpose I/O
01: Count interrupts on rising edge
10: Count interrupts on falling edge
11: Count interrupts on either edge
Pin D2 Direction
0: Input
1: Output
Pin D2 State
When D2, bit 4 is "0" then bit 5 returns current state as "0" or "1".
When D2, bit 4 is "1" then the value can be read or set.
6-7
Reserved
N/A
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Analog Input Functionality
This device provides two general purpose analog inputs. These are filtered and connected to a 10-bit
A/D converter.
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NOTE: The voltage reference for this A/D converter is 2.5 VDC +/- 60[mVDC] across the operating
temperature range.
This A/D converter has the following specifications:
Table 3 - 2. A/D Converter Specifications
A/D characteristic

Specification
Resolution
10 bit
INL
+/-5 LSB
Absolute Accuracy
+/-5 LSB
DNL
+/-1 LSB
Offset Error
+/-3 LSB
Gain Error
+/-3 LSB
NOTE: The actual sampling time is 0.25 μS and the conversion time is 2.75 μS, but the rate at which
signals on these inputs can be sampled in-practice is limited by the DCW execution. It is
recommended that these channels be used only for DC voltage measurement, and that the
sampling rate can not exceed 100 mS.
The register below can be used to control either of the two general purpose Analog pins (A1 & A2)
located at memory location 7701 (hex).
Table 3 - 3. Control Register 2
Bit
Description
Dflt.
Pin A1 Direction
0: Input
1: Output
Pin A1 State
When A1, bit 0 is "0" and bit 2 is "0", then bit 1 returns current state as
"0" or "1".
When A1, bit 0 is "0" and bit 2 is "1", then read location 7702-7703
which returns the Hex value of the sampled voltage between 0-2.5
VDC.
When A1, bit 0 is "1", then the value of bit 1 can be set.
Pin A1 Control
0: General Purpose I/O
1: Analog to Digital Channel (Bit 0 = "0" only)
Reserved
Not Used
Pin A2 Direction
0: Input
1: Output
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Table 3 - 3. Control Register 2
Bit
Feature
Description
Dflt.
Pin A2 State
When A2, bit 4 is "0" and bit 6 is "0", then bit 5 returns current state as
"0" or "1".
When A2, bit 4 is "0" and bit 6 is "1", then read location 7704-7705
which returns the Hex value of the sampled voltage between 0-2.5
VDC.
When A2, bit 4 is "1", then the value of bit 5 can be set.
Pin A2 Control
0: General Purpose I/O
1: Analog to Digital Channel (Bit 0 = "0" only)
Reserved
Not Used
Memory Location
INTRODUCTION INFORMATION
[7702-7703h] Analog to Digital Channel A1.
When A1 is set to "Analog to Digital" (Bit 2) this location will contain a 10-bit reading. The scale on
this board is from 0 to 2.5 volts. Voltages greater than 2.5 VDC will be reported as 2.5 VDC.
[7704-7705h] Analog to Digital Channel A2.
When A2 is set to “Analog to Digital” (Bit 6) this location will contain a 10-bit reading. The scale on
this board is from 0 to 2.5 volts. Voltages greater than 2.5 VDC will be reported as 2.5 VDC.
[7706-7709h] D1 Interrupt Counter.
If D1 is configured as an interrupt (Bit 2-3) then this location will count the number of interrupts that
have been detected.
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NOTE: The interrupt counter is cleared each time interrupts are enabled.
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External Antenna
Manufacturer Contact Information
Manufacturers Marketing Group, Inc.
922-C Merchants Walk
Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone: 256-519-2455
Fax: 256-519-9299
Website: www.mmg-inc.com
External Antenna Specifications
The external antenna used to qualify the board is an omnidirectional 5 dBi whip (shown in the next
figure), made by MMG. The MMG antenna part number is 16-1000-0. See page 48 for product data
sheet.
Figure A - 1. Whip Antenna with N-type Male Reverse-Polarity Connector


NOTE: This antenna's maximum gain is 5 dBi and its efficiency is 80%.
NOTE: Any antenna may be used as long as it is an omnidirectional whip with a gain of 5 dBi or
less.
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Ground Plane Specifications

NOTE: Please note this antenna requires a ground plane (MMG P/N 17-1000-A). The ground plane
should be at least six inches in diameter. See Figure A - 2
“
“
Figure A - 2. Ground Plane Specification
If the enclosure for the board is metal and at least 6" across, and the antenna is connected directly to
the enclosure, no ground plane is required, as the enclosure is the ground plane. The radiation pattern
of the recommended antenna is of a traditional dipole (RF pattern as a donut). The orientation of the
antenna should be in the vertical position (straight up or straight down), such that the RF pattern is
omni-directional in the horizontal plane.
RF External Antenna Cable Specifications
An external antenna is connected to the board via an RF coaxial cable of the type as shown in Figure
A - 3. See page 49 for the product data sheet.
Figure A - 3. RF Coaxial Cable
The cable has a Reverse-Polarity N-Type Female/Jack connector on one end and an MCX Male
connector on the other. This cable is available from MMG in lengths of 6", 12", and 18".
The MMG part numbers and typical insertion loss for these cables are shown in Table 1:
Table 1. Part Numbers and Typical Insertion Loss
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Length (inches)
Part number
Insertion Loss
21-1000-0
0.23 dB
12
21-1001-0
0.40 dB
18
21-1002-0
0.54 dB
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External Antenna Radiation Pattern
The antenna's radiation pattern is shown in Figure A - 4 and Figure A - 5.
Figure A - 4. External Antenna Radiation Pattern, Side View
Figure A - 5. External Antenna Radiation Pattern, Top View
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Identifying a Reverse-Polarity Connector
Female,
reverse polarity
Male,
reverse polarity
Male,
straight-type
Female,
straight-type
Figure A - 6. Reverse Polarity and Straight Connectors
A reverse-polarity polarized coaxial connector alters the standard connector interface by using a
male pin center conductor in a female threaded coupling mechanism with a female basket center
conductor in a male threaded coupling nut mechanism.
This prevents mating with a standard non-polarized connector. This type of connector is required by
FCC part 15.203 rules for modular approval. See Appendix C on page 43.
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On-board Antenna
Specifications
The on-board antenna design is an F-antenna. This design was chosen because its performance is
more broad-band relative to a slot antenna, and its pattern is somewhat omni-directional. This
antenna's maximum gain is 0 dB and its efficiency is 45%. This product does not allow an external
antenna in conjunction to the on-board antenna.
Using the on-board antenna, the recommended placement of the Gridstream S4SBR is at the edge of
the OEM board, with the antenna-side edge of the board extending beyond the edge of the board,
hanging out into free space and facing up as shown in Figure B - 1. If the antenna on the board does
not extend out into free space, then the customer's board will load the antenna and affect the
radiation pattern.
Also, an RF-transparent enclosure must be used (plastic or similar). Do not enclose the board within
a metal box. If a metal box is required to house the assembly, then the external antenna version of the
product must be used.
The on-board F-antenna's radiation pattern in free space is nearly Omni-directional, but has nulls in
the direction of the 14-pin I/O connector. The best way to visualize the antenna's radiation pattern is
a semi-sphere about the antenna-side edge of the board.
The main radiating element is the long trace running the length of the board. The length of this trace
sets the resonant frequency of the antenna. The thicker F element, parallel to the feed element, is the
return path to ground. The length of the feed element and size of the gap between the feed and
ground elements dictate the match of the antenna.
Up
Figure B - 1. Recommended Board Orientation for Optimal Antenna Performance
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On-board Antenna Radiation Pattern
Using the orientation of the antenna as described above, the antenna's radiation pattern is shown in
the following figures.
Figure B - 2. On-board Antenna Radiation Pattern, Side View, Looking at the Components
Rotating the board 90° on the Z-axis, relative to the above plot (so the antenna is still up), the
antenna's radiation pattern is shown in Figure B - 3.
The Top View of the antenna's radiation pattern is shown in Figure B - 3.
Figure B - 3. On-board Antenna Radiation Pattern, Top View
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FCC and Industry Canada
Compliance
FCC Class B
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Consult Landis+Gyr or an experienced radio technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Landis+Gyr
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
This radio transmitter (DEVICE IC 5294A-NG0R1S1) has been approved by Industry Canada to
operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required
antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a
gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this
device.
Approved Antenna: Omni-directional antenna, 5 dBi gain, 902-928 MHz, antenna impedance is 50
ohms.
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, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner
avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par
Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des
autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une
communication satisfaisante.
Le présent émetteur radio (DEVICE IC 5294A-NG0R1S1) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour
fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et
l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou
dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur.
Host FCC Label Requirement
In the final installation, the following information must be visible:
•
Contains FCC ID: R7PNG0R1S1
•
Contains IC: 5294A-NG0R1S1
•
Module Model: Gridstream S4 Modular SCADA/DA
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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MMG Data Sheets
Data Sheets

NOTE: These drawings are for information purposes only. For additional information, including
pricing, contact MMG.
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Appendix D - MMG Data Sheets
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Whip Antenna P/N 16-1000-0
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RF External Antenna Cable P/N 21-1000-0
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