User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- MeshScape™ RK-5424-5 Reference Kit for 2.4 GHz MeshScape Systems User's Guide
- Contents
- About This Guide
- 1: Introduction
- 2: Installing the MeshScape System
- 3: Running MeshScape Network Monitor
- MeshScape Network Monitor Overview
- Configuring a Node’s Operation
- Labeling an End Node or Mesh Node
- Configuring Persistence Attributes
- Selecting a Com Port on the Host PC
- Configuring Serial and ADC Data Formats
- Turning Event Tracking On/Off
- Broadcasting Data to All Nodes.
- Creating an Event Log File
- Viewing the Contents of an Event Log File
- Viewing MeshScape Statistics
- 4: Using the MeshScape API
- A: Running the Demo Application
- B: Using MeshScape Programmer
- Glossary
- Index
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,
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 Setup (MG-5424)
The MeshGate, model number MG-5424 (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 2-5. 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 2-5. MeshGate components
The pin-out for the MeshGate 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