User's Manual

RK-5424-5 Reference Kit User’s Guide 2-3
Installing the Hardware
Installing the Hardware
The following procedures describe in order, how to install the various hardware components of
the reference kit. When initially setting up the hardware, it is recommended that the MeshGate
Extra Long Range, Mesh Nodes, and End Nodes be placed close to the host PC. This will make
verifying proper network installation and operation easier when first establishing a session with
MeshScape Network Monitor. The devices can then be moved away from the host PC as
needed.
MeshGate Extra Long Range Setup (MG-5424XL)
The MeshGate Extra Long Range, model number MG-5424XL (label with model number on
bottom), is shipped enclosed in a case that provides access to the antenna connector, RS-232
data port, console port, and power connectors as shown in
Figure 2-8. Additionally, a lift-off
connector panel access cover on the case provides access to a 12-pin terminal block connector,
a reset button, an on/off switch, and a 6-pin external programming port.
Figure 2-8. MeshGate Extra Long Range components
The pin-out for the MeshGate Extra Long Range terminal block is as follows:
RS-485 PWR
OUT
RS-232 PWR
IN
RTN A B 3.3V GND RTS CTS RX TX GND +
RP-SMA Antenna Connector
Power Adapter
Connector
External
Programming
Port
Power LED
RF Activity LED
Status LED
RS-232 Port
Terminal Block
Product Label with:
- Model Number
- GroupID
- Device ID
Console Port
Connector Panel
Access Cover
Reset Button
On/Off Switch
Terminal Block