Wireless I/O
Gateway Series
Ethernet to Sub-GHz Wireless
EU model
GW1-ETH-WQ-EU
USA model
GW1-ETH-WQ-US
User’s Manual
CONTEC CO., LTD.
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- Antenna…1
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Copyright
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document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD.
Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.
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Serial Number Label
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Table of Contents
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Copyright ..................................................................................................................................................... ii
Trademarks .................................................................................................................................................. ii
Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................... iii
1. Before Using the Product 1
About the Product........................................................................................................................................ 1
Features ................................................................................................................................................. 1
Support Software.................................................................................................................................. 2
List of Optional Products .................................................................................................................... 2
Customer Support ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Web Site................................................................................................................................................ 3
Limited One-Year Warranty ...................................................................................................................... 3
How to Obtain Service ................................................................................................................................ 3
Liability ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Information ............................................................................................................................... 4
Handling Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 4
About listed transfer rate ..................................................................................................................... 7
Usage limitation ................................................................................................................................... 7
Environment ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Inspection.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Storage .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 8
2. Setup 9
What is Setup? ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Step 1 Installing the Software .................................................................................................................. 10
Step 2 Setting the Hardware ..................................................................................................................... 11
Product Nomenclature ....................................................................................................................... 11
Name and Function ............................................................................................................................ 12
Step 3 Installing the Hardware ................................................................................................................. 16
Step 3 Installing the Hardware ................................................................................................................. 17
Step 4 Initializing the Software ................................................................................................................ 17
Setup Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................. 18
Symptoms and Actions ...................................................................................................................... 18
When the Product Will Not Start Even After Trying the Above Actions ..................................... 19
When the problem is not solved ....................................................................................................... 19
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3. Connecting and Installing 21
Connecting an antenna .............................................................................................................................. 21
Connecting the external power ................................................................................................................ 22
Connecting to your PC.............................................................................................................................. 24
Installation Conditions .............................................................................................................................. 25
Installation in a Network .......................................................................................................................... 27
Features of the Wireless Network .................................................................................................... 27
Operating Environment and Radio Waves ...................................................................................... 28
Constructing a Network .................................................................................................................... 29
4. About Software 33
About Windows Software ........................................................................................................................ 33
How to find a Help File ..................................................................................................................... 33
5. Function Description 35
Mesh ........................................................................................................................................................... 35
6. About Hardware 37
Hardware specification ............................................................................................................................. 37
Physical Dimensions ................................................................................................................................. 39
Antenna Directivity ................................................................................................................................... 40
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H-Plane (868MHz) ............................................................................................................................ 40
E-Plane (868MHz) ............................................................................................................................. 40
GW1-ETH-WQ-US ........................................................................................................................... 41
H-Plane (925MHz) ............................................................................................................................ 41
E-Plane (925MHz) ............................................................................................................................. 41
7. Appendix 43
Modbus TCP Slave specification ..................................................................................................... 43
Function Code .................................................................................................................................... 43
Register Address ................................................................................................................................ 43
Available Terminal (Slave) ............................................................................................................... 44
1. Before Using the Product
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Before Using the Product
About the Product
This product is an Ethernet gateway that converts Ethernet into wireless in the Sub-GHz band*1.
Data from the Wireless I/O series terminal (Slave) can be sent to a PC via Ethernet, or received data
from PC can be sent via Ethernet.
With strength against obstacles, the long-distance communications enabled by wireless Sub-GHz band,
and multi-hop support, it is suitable to control or monitor devices that are spread in the wide area.
By using a driver library appropriate to the setting terminal, applications can be created with API
functions that support programming languages.
This product also supports Modbus TCP Slave, which makes it possible to control devices and collect
data from the higher communication devices containing Modbus Master function.
* This product should always be used along with the Wireless I/O series terminal (Slave).
* Driver library can be downloaded from the CONTEC website.
* The GW1-ETH-WQ-US can be used in the United States. The GW1-ETH-WQ-EU can be used in
European countries.
*Refer to
“Chapter 7. Appendix“
for Modbus TCP Slave specification.
*1 Sub-GHz indicates frequency bands of 1GHz and below. Available frequency band of the product
depends on the model. The GW1-ETH-WQ- EU can be used in the 863 - 870MHz band (Europe),
and the GW1-ETH-WQ-US can be used in the 902 - 928MHz band (The United States).
Features
- Supports Sub-GHz band wireless with excellent transmission distance
This product converts Ethernet (wired LAN) communication into Sub-GHz.
The Sub-GHz, with the good wraparound characteristics of radio waves, the transmission distance
(about 1 km) can be extended even there are obstacles. Stable communication can be achieved even in
the environment where radio waves are mixed. As the product is suitable for long distance
communication, network can be constructed on the wide area in the facilities without cable wiring.
- Highly reliable mesh communication
With wireless mesh technology, the communication continues by changing the routes automatically
even when disconnection occurs, for example. Communication stability enables the wireless network to
be strong against obstacles
- Modbus TCP Slave support
Modbus is a communication protocol widely adopted in the industrial field. It is possible to control
devices and collect data from the higher communication devices containing Modbus Master function.
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- Adaptable to a wide range of temperature
This product is capable of operating in the temperature between -20 and + 60°C. It can be installed in
the various environments.
- Compact design
Compact design, 62.0(W) x 64.0(D) x 24.0(H)mm features flexibility in installation.
- Easy mounting on DIN rail
This product can be mounted on DIN rail with an optional fixing bracket.
- Capable of adapting a wide-range power
This product is capable of dealing with a wide range of power in the differing environments.
- Work with various systems
Set the appropriate terminal (slave) with the product to work with the various systems.
Support Software
You should use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment.
Windows version of driver library
API-PAC(W32)
Driver software with Win32API function (DLL) to support the function is ready to use per terminal.
The driver software contains sample programs such as VisualBasic and VisualC++, and the diagnosis
program to check the software operation.
For more details on the supported OS, applicable language and new information, please visit the
CONTEC’s Web site.
List of Optional Products
POA201-10-2 : AC-DC Power Adaptor (12VDC, 1A) *1
BRK-WQ-Y : Bracket for Wireless I/O Products
*1
The adaptor can be used in the temperature range between 0 and + 40°C
.
The support voltage of AC cable is 125 VAC 7 A.
*
Visit CONTEC website regarding information on the optional products.
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Customer Support
CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently
and comfortably.
Web Site
https://www.contec.com/
Latest product information
CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.
CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.
Free download
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in
several languages.
Note! For product information
Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,
delivery time, or estimate information.
Limited One-Year Warranty
CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for up to one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the
original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group
office, from which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and
original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in
which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.
How to Obtain Service
For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you
purchased before returning any product.
* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the
warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that
arise from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.
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Safety Precautions
Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.
Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting
in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these
labels to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
Handling Precautions
Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas. Doing so may result in
an explosion, fire, electric shock, or failure.
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This product contains precision electronic elements and must not be used in locations subject to
physical shock or strong vibration. Otherwise, the product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a
failure.
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Do not use or store this product in high temperature or low temperature surroundings, or do not expose
it to extreme temperature changes. Otherwise, the product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a
failure.
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Do not use or store this device where it is exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves or other sources of
heat. Otherwise, the product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
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Do not use the product in the vicinity of devices that generate strong magnetic force or noise.
Otherwise, the product may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
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Do not turn on the power without first connecting the antenna. Otherwise, the product may
malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure. Before turning the power on, be sure to check whether the
antenna is securely connected.
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The specifications of the product are subject to change without notice for enhancement and quality
improvement. Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual in the
CONTEC's website and understand the contents. Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no
responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting from modifying the product.
DANGER
WARNING
C
AU
TION
DANGER
CAUTION
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Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting from
modifying the product.
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The product must always be associated with the instruction manual.
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When the product is used in a place that is affected by overcurrent or overvoltage (lightning surge),
select appropriate surge protection device for all of the route (Power line, earth, etc.). Consult with
the specialist regarding selecting, purchasing, and setting the surge protection device.
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Bringing this product too close to a metal/concrete wall (including steel frames) may cause the
communication quality to deteriorate.
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If a wireless device that uses the same channel (wireless frequency) as this product exists in the area
where communication is possible, a drop in the transmission speed or communication quality may
occur in certain situations, which may make it impossible to perform normal communication.
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Modifications to the built-in wireless equipment are prohibited by law.
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In some medical institutions and laboratories, radio-sensitive precision instruments are used and it may
be prohibited to use radio equipment.
- The use of antennas other than that included with the product is prohibited by law.
- The radio waves used by this product pass through obstacles (such as walls) and reach all locations
within a given area. If the security settings are not configured, communication may be intercepted by a
third party.
- This product is equipped with a security function, so be sure to configure the security settings prior to
use in order to reduce security problems.
- This product may not perform normal wireless communication due to factors such as the installation
environment, the setup, and the communication load of the network.
- Perform a verification in advance in an environment that matches your usage application to check that
there are no problems.
- For the introduction and installation of this product, hire a system integrator or other specialist who is
well-versed in the construction of network systems.
- When you are switching to this product from another model, it may be necessary to reconstruct the
network system due to differences in areas such as the product specifications and functions.
- When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and
municipal ordinances.
- Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (Including
damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or
the information contained herein.
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FCC PART15
FCC PART15 Subpart B
FCC PART15 Subpart C
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.
FCC CAUTION
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 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 this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment
and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment should be installed
and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body.
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About listed transfer rate
Data transfer speed listed in this guide or Utility is a theoretical maximum value and does not indicate
the actual data speed.
Usage limitation
This product has not been developed or manufactured to be used in systems including the equipment
which is directly related to human lives *1 or the equipment which involves human safety and may
significantly affect the maintenance of public functions *2. Therefore, do not use the product for such
purposes.
*1 Medical devices such as life-support equipment and devices used in an operating theater.
*2 Main control systems at nuclear power stations, safety maintenance systems at nuclear facilities, other
important safety-related systems, operation control systems within group transport systems, air-traffic
control systems, etc.
Environment
Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the product
may overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure.
Operating temperature
-20 - 60°C
Humidity
10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
Corrosive gases
None
Floating dust particles
Not to be excessive
Inspection
Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.
Gateway
- Check that the connector
has no dust or foreign
matter adhering.
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Storage
When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.
(1) Put the product in the storage bag.
(2) Wrap it in the packing material, and then put it in the box.
(3) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,
vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.
Disposal
When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and
municipal ordinances.
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2.
Setup
What is Setup?
Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used.
Different steps are required for software and hardware.
The setup procedure varies with the OS and software used.
Use the CONTEC driver library in the Windows environment
This section describes the setup procedure to be performed before you can start developing application
programs for the board using the bundled disk “Driver Library API-PAC(W32)”.
Taking the following steps sets up the software and hardware. You can use the diagnosis program later
to check whether the software and hardware function normally.
Step 1 Installing the Software
Step 2 Setting the Hardware
Step 3 Installing the Hardware
Step 4 Initializing the Software
Step 5 Operation Checks
If Setup fails to be performed normally, see the “Setup Troubleshooting” section at the end of this
chapter.
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Step 1 Installing the Software
Install the driver library before connecting this product to your PC.
The installing driver library defers depending on the setting terminal (Slave).
Configure the setting terminal (Slave) first.
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Step 2 Setting the Hardware
This section describes how to set the product and plug it on your PC.
Product Nomenclature
Component names of the product are shown in the figure below.
Figure 2.1. Name
No.
Name
1
Power connector
2
mini-B USB connector
3
INIT button
4
Antenna connector
5
WLINK LED
6
Ethernet connector
7
DIP switch (for maintenance) *1
*1 Do not touch DIP switch since this is not used for usual operations.
There is a cover for the switch on the back side of the product.
⑤
⑦
Front
Back
Bottom
⑥
① ② ③
④
Top
Gateway
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Name and Function
Power Connector
Use the power connector, included in the package, to supply power (use the power cable described
below or equivalent one).
Attached connector: European type terminal 3.5 pitch 3-pin jack connector
Supplied connector: European type terminal 3.5 pitch 3-pin plug connector
Compatible cable: AWG28 - 16(Cable length should satisfy the power specification including
the cable voltage drop)
Signal name
Description
V+
Power supply (12 - 24VDC±5%)
V-
Power supply (GND)
FG
Frame ground
-
When making the power cable, be sure to make the wiring correctly.
Especially, if the wrong housing pin number is used, it may cause malfunction or accidents.
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Input voltage range: 12 - 24VDC
±
5%
Use the power supply that rises within the input voltage range of 11.4 VDC or higher and within 10 ms.
Otherwise, the product may be damaged or cause a failure.
Figure 2.2. Power input time
Vi+ Vi- FG
12-24VDC
10 Time
(ms)
11.4
12
24
Input voltage
(V)
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INIT button
Name
Description
INIT
This is used to initialize (restore the factory settings) the product. If
this button is pressed for three seconds or longer, LED of WLINK
starts flashing in orange. If the button is released before the
flashing stops, all the settings of the product are restored to the
factory settings after rebooting the product.
* When initializing the product with INIT button, flashing continues for a while. This indicates that files in the built-in memory are being
removed. If you turn off the power before flashing stops, the files in the built-in memory are damaged and this might prevent the product
from booting properly. Always reboot the product after flashing stops.
“WLINK”LED Indicator
LED name
LED color
Status
Description
WLINK
Green
ON
It indicates that the device is operating.
Green
Flashing
It indicates that the device is being
started (from power-on up to operation)
---
OFF
It indicates that the device is power off.
Orange
ON
It indicates that the device is operating.
(wireless connection)
Orange
Flashing
Write file
Red
Flashing
System error
WLINK
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Ethernet connector
This product has 1 port of Ethernet connector. The specification is described below.
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Network type: 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
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Transmission speed: 100M/10Mbps
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Maximum network path length: 100m/segment
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IP address: 192.168.0.1 (default value)
Pin No.
Signal Name
Description
1
TX+
Transmission data (+) output
2
TX-
Transmission data (-) output
3
RX+
Reception data (+) input
4
N.C.
This pin is left unconnected.
5
N.C.
This pin is left unconnected.
6
RX-
Reception data (-) input
7
N.C.
This pin is left unconnected.
8
N.C.
This pin is left unconnected.
LED Indicator of Ethernet connector
LED
Status
Description
Speed
(Orange)
ON
It indicates that LAN port is connected at 100Mbps.
OFF It indicates that LAN port is connected at 10Mbps or not
connected.
Link /Act
(Green)
ON
It indicates that LAN port is in a connecting state.
Flashing It indicates that LAN port transmitting and receiving data
with the connected external device.
OFF
It indicates that LAN port is not connected.
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Link /ActSpeed
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DIP switch
This is a DIP switch for maintenance. Do not use this.
Pin No.
Description
1
Always OFF
2
Always OFF
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N
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