Adeunis Field Tester
- Julie Isebaert
Difficulty: expert
Learning Objectives
After reading this article, you’ll be able to:
verify in which cases to use Adeunis Field Tester
correctly use Adeunis Field Tester
Finding the best gateway installation location might be difficult if there is a lot of metal or if it’s a large floor.
The Adeunis Field Tester will give installers the confidence that the sensors, even if installed further away from the gateway, will be able to send their data to the Workplace platform.
Description
The Field Test Device (FTD) from Adeunis is a Class A LoRaWAN compatible device. This is not a point to point device and may not be used in this manner. This indicates that it must be used on a private or public operated network.
The LoRaWAN Field Test Device from Adeunis is a ready-to-use device, which makes it possible to communicate with all network operators using the LoRaWAN V1.0 protocol. The system makes it possible to transmit and receive radio frames and to instantly view the results.
Equipped with a large LCD screen, you can view various information relating to how the network being used is functioning (Uplink, Downlink, SF, PER, etc.) in addition to information from sensors (GPS coordinates, battery level, etc.). This device is specifically adapted for application validation, such as communicating sensors, tracking, smart building, metering, security and M2M.
Prerequisite: Gateway
Adeunis Field Tester connects over the LoRa network. Make sure you install your LoRa hub before using the Adeunis Field Tester (check out LoRa Gateways, Hubs installation guides for more information).
Technical Specifications
Communication | LoRaWAN protocol & LoRa Modulation |
|---|---|
LoRaWan Specification compliant | V1.0.2 |
Radio rate | Variable (SF12/125kHz (~183 bps) to FSK (~50kbps) |
RF Power | 14dBm (25mW) |
Sensitivity | Down to -140 dBm in SF12/CR4 |
Range (open) | Up to 15km |
Standards met | EN 300-220, EN 301-489, EN 60950 |
Network area | EU863-870 |
Frequency | ISM band 865-870MHz |
Supply |
|
|---|---|
Battery | Lithium-Ion Polymères 3.7V 2Ah 7.4Wh |
Connector | Micro-USB - 5V - 500mA |
Operational | IoT Configurator or AT commands |
|---|---|
Serial rate | 115.2 kbps |
Parity | None |
Amount of data | 8 |
Stop bit | 1 |
Temperature of operation | -20°C/+40°C en décharge et -20°C/ +36°C en charge |
Device configuration | Via IoT Configurator or AT commands |
User interface
This Push button allows you to carry out radio transmissions in manual mode. On the PER menu, a long press reset the counters to zero. A long press on the push button 1 and 2 simultaneously will lock the button 1 and force the periodical mode. | |
The second Push button allows you to manage the LCD screen:
A long press on this push button enables to see the Configuration screen. | |
The ON/OFF switch allows you to switch the device on or off. Moving the switch to the right will turn the device on. | |
| The micro-USB connector allows you to charge the device or configure it. |
The charge indicator LED shows you the device’s charge status. |
Description of the screens
The product's LCD screen is divided into several screens:
The START screen (Firmware version display) - Only when the product is turned on
The JOIN screen - Only when the product is turned on or when exiting command mode
The UPLINK/DOWNLINK simplified screen - network bars indicating the quality of the radio link
Advanced UPLINK/DOWNLINK screen - network indicators such as RSSI, SNR, etc.
The GPS screen
The PER (Packet Error Rate) screen
CONFIGURATION screen - accessible via a long press on the screen button
More information
User Guide - FIELD TEST DEVICE - LoRaWAN EU863-870 | Notion
Troubleshooting
If the device does not switch on, this could mean that there is insufficient battery charge. You would then need to connect the device to a USB charger. When the battery is completely empty, it is possible that the device will not switch on, even when connected. Please wait a few minutes before the device can be used.
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