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Ranger Pro Wireless Gateway

User Guide
Bently Nevada Machinery Condition Monitoring 158M1430 Rev. B

154M7484-01-01
Ranger Pro Wireless Gateway
User Guide 158M1430 Rev. B

Copyright 2023 Baker Hughes Company. All rights reserved.

Bently Nevada, Ranger, System 1 and Orbit Logo are registered trademarks of Bently Nevada, a
Baker Hughes business, in the United States and other countries. The Baker Hughes logo is a
trademark of Baker Hughes Company. All other product and company names are trademarks of
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Baker Hughes does not make any representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the
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permissible by law, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or use.
Baker Hughes hereby disclaims any and all liability for any direct, indirect, consequential or
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right to make changes in specifications and features shown herein, or discontinue the product
described at any time without notice or obligation. Contact your Baker Hughes representative for
the most current information.

The information contained in this document is the property of Baker Hughes and its affiliates;
and is subject to change without prior notice. It is being supplied as a service to our customers
and may not be altered or its content repackaged without the express written consent of Baker
Hughes. This product or associated products may be covered by one or more patents. See
Bently.com/legal.

1631 Bently Parkway South, Minden, Nevada USA 89423


Phone: 1.775.782.3611 (US) or Bently.com/support
Bently.com

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Contents
1. General Safety 6
1.1 Receiving Inspection 6
1.2 Handling and Storing Considerations 6
Devices 6
1.3 Personal Safety Warnings 6
Potential Interference 6
Antennas 7
Potential Electrostatic Charging Hazard 8
Hazardous Environment 9
Hazardous Voltage 10
1.4 Safe Disposal 10
Replacing Device and Failure Analysis 10
Hazardous Materials 10
Recycling Facilities 10
Product Disposal Statement 10
2. Overview 11
2.1 Description 11
2.2 Compliance Information 11
2.3 Informations de conformité 12
3. Installation 13
3.1 Network Requirements 13
Setup Overview 13
3.2 Deploy Gateway 13
Ranger Pro Gateway Mounting 14
Pole Mounting 14
Surface Mounting 15
Outdoor Mounting 16
Ground Connection 16
Surge Protection 16
Indoor Connection 17

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Partial Indoor / Outdoor Installation 17


Outdoor Installation 17
Antenna Installation 18
Plant Network Connection 18
Power Connection 19
4. Configuration 20
4.1 User Interface 20
Login 20
Network 20
System Manager 21
Firmware 28
Devices to Upgrade 29
Progress 29
Maintenance 29
Export Logs 29
Save / Restore 30
Set Time 30
Software Upgrading 30
Modbus Settings 30
Change Password 33
Restart 33
Logout 33
4.2 Configure Gateways 33
Set Password 34
Set IPv4 TCP/IP Address 34
Set Network ID 35
Set Join Key (ISA100) 35
4.3 Provision Field Devices (ISA100) 35
4.4 Configure Field Devices 35
5. Verification 37
5.1 Verify Network Connectivity 37

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Verify Network Joining 37


Move the Device or Gateway 38
Change Gateway 38
Verify Signal Strength 38
Validate Device Data 38
5.2 Modbus Register Values 40
6. Maintenance 41
6.1 System Time Backup Power Battery 41
6.2 Clean and Inspect Devices 41
Clean the Exterior 41
Open the Device 42
Clean the Interior 42
Inspect the Device Casing 42
Inspect the Lid Seal 42
Inspect the Battery 42
Replace the battery 43
Close the Device 43
6.3 Update Gateway Software 43
6.4 Reset Gateway 43
IPv4 Address Reset 44
6.5 Restore Factory Defaults 44
6.6 Update Field Device Firmware 45
6.7 Reboot Field Devices 46
6.8 Harden the System 46

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1. General Safety
1.1 Receiving Inspection
Visually inspect the device for obvious shipping damage. If you detect shipping damage, file a
claim with the carrier and submit a copy to Bently Nevada. Include all model numbers and serial
numbers with the claim.

1.2 Handling and Storing Considerations


To prolong the service life of the system, handle components carefully, use best practices during
installation, and practice diligent inspection procedures. Follow prescribed maintenance
procedures and dispose of obsolete components in compliance with applicable electronic
waste regulations.

CAUTION
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

Do not use a device with a damaged enclosure or Lithium


battery. Using a damaged device may further damage the
device, cause it to fail, or in hazardous locations cause other
unintended consequences.

Devices
The Ranger Pro Wireless Gateway is shipped in a foam-filled package and may be shipped with
test data. DO NOT DISCARD THIS TEST DATA!

1.3 Personal Safety Warnings


Labels and markings are provided to guide the system integrator in the processes of choosing
appropriate interface equipment, determining safe use conditions, and identifying
recommended installation procedures. The format of these markings are governed by the
standards that dictate safe use and environmental compliance in a variety of regions and
regulated settings.

Potential Interference

WARNING
Potential Interference

This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32 / EN


55032. In a residential environment this equipment may cause
interference.

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Antennas

WARNING
AUTHORIZED ANTENNAS ONLY

Do not use unauthorized antennas with this equipment. Only


the specified antennas as outlined are permitted. Approval to
operate the equipment is conditional upon use of authorized
antennas and correct installation.

WARNING
PROFESSIONAL ANTENNA INSTALLATION ONLY

The equipment and antenna must be professionally installed


in accordance with the requirements specified in this
document. See the compliance section for a list of authorized
antennas.

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Potential Electrostatic Charging Hazard

WARNING
ELECTROSTATIC CHARGING HAZARD

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Potential for electrostatic charging hazard.

Do not separate when energized.

Remove power before service.

Connect grounding before power.

Installations and maintenance tasks performed in potentially hazardous areas must be


performed only after the area has been verified to be free of hazardous materials, atmospheres,
and conditions.
l Do not discharge static electricity onto the circuit board. Avoid tools or procedures that
would subject the circuit board to static damage. Some possible causes of static damage
include ungrounded soldering irons, non-conductive plastics, and similar materials.
l Use a suitable grounding strap before handling or performing maintenance on a printed
circuit board.
l Transport and store circuit boards in electrically conductive bags or foil.
l Use extra caution during dry weather. Relative humidity less than 30% tends to multiply the
accumulation of static charges on any surface.

The following situations could cause a spark sufficient to cause an explosion:


l Potential of electrostatic discharge on plastic components, or
l Removal or placement of an energized connection.

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Hazardous Environment

WARNING
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

Risk of explosive atmosphere.

Avoid electrostatic potential, especially on plastic


components. Adapters, isolation valves, or sealing rings that
are not compatible with process gasses will corrode and fail.
This failure may result in gas leaks, fire, explosion, or projectiles.

De-energize all devices before placement or removal. To


prevent corrosion and failure, verify that all components are
compatible. Verify that hazardous materials, atmospheres,
and conditions have been removed or that relevant risk
mitigation measures have been implemented.

Installations and maintenance tasks performed in potentially hazardous areas must be


performed only after the area has been verified to be free of hazardous materials, atmospheres,
and conditions.

The following situations could cause a spark enough to ignite an explosion:


l Potential of electrostatic discharge on plastic components, or
l Removal or placement of an energized connection.

WARNING
WARNING HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

The power over ethernet function may not be utilized in a


hazardous atmosphere. Only a suitable DC power supply may
be utilized to power the equipment in a hazardous area.

WARNING
WARNING HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

A static hazard may exist on the equipment as a result of the


non-metallic coating. The equipment shall only be cleaned
with a damp cloth when deployed in a hazardous area.

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Hazardous Voltage

WARNING
HIGH ENERGY DISCHARGE HAZARD

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

Selection and installation of surge protectors as per these


standards does not completely eliminate the possibility of
personal injury or equipment damage due to lightning or
similar surges, but it does sufficiently protect persons and
equipment from the majority of these hazards.

1.4 Safe Disposal


Replacing Device and Failure Analysis
To return parts under warranty and request failure analysis, visit Baker Hughes.

Hazardous Materials
This device does not use hazardous materials outlined by RoHS or battery directive statutes.
These regulations confirm that lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated
biphenyls, polybrominated diphenyl ether, and battery-related materials such as lithium are
limited to no more than trace amounts within the system.

Recycling Facilities
Decommissioning of instrumentation should endeavor to minimize the impact of the waste
created by disposal of system material. Refer to local or regional waste removal administration
to collect information on proper material collection, reuse, and recycling.

Product Disposal Statement


Customers or third parties who are not member states of the European Union and who are in
control of the product at the end of its life or at the end of its use, are solely responsible for
diligent product disposal at the end of its useful life. No person, firm, corporation, association, or
agency shall dispose of the product in a way that is in violation of any applicable international,
federal, state, or local regulations. Visit www.weeerohsinfo.com for recycling information.

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2. Overview
2.1 Description
Bently Nevada's Ranger Pro Gateway is a wireless network access device that is engineered for
quick installation and setup to communicate with Ranger Pro ISA100 sensors. The Ranger Pro
Gateway complies with the ISA100 international, industrial standard.

The Ranger Pro Gateway is an integrated RF access point and gateway that manages all
aspects of ISA 100 network and provides the conversion between wireless and Ethernet networks.
It hosts the relevant routing, system management, security management and gateway
functions in a compact rugged enclosure suitable for outdoors and harsh environments with
effortless deployment.

If a Ranger Pro Gateway cannot communicate with Ranger Pro ISA100 sensors that are out of
range, you can use Ranger Pro ISA100 repeaters to extend your ISA100 network.

Ranger Pro 70M320 Gateway devices are intended for monitoring purposes only and should not
be used in control or safety systems. The gateway is only intended for use with Bently Nevada
Ranger Pro devices.

2.2 Compliance Information


This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and contains license-exempt transmitter
(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's
license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to these conditions:
l This device may not cause harmful interference.
l This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not approved by the responsible party could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.

This radio transmitter (ISED: 8349A-154M74A) has been approved by Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the
maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with
this device.

Table 2 - 1: Ranger Pro Wireless Gateway Antennas

Antenna Part Number Type and Gain (dBi)

147M0794 Omnidirectional 2dBi

147M0795 Omnidirectional 6dBi

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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.

WARNING
Potential Interference

This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32 / EN


55032. In a residential environment this equipment may cause
interference.

For complete compliance and hazardous location approval information, see the Ranger Pro
Gateway Datasheet (157M8584) and Ranger Pro Gateway Warnings, Special Conditions and
Additional Information (158M1429) available from Bently Nevada.

2.3 Informations de conformité


Cet appareil est conforme aux dispositions de la section 15 des règles de la FCC et contient des
émetteurs / récepteurs exempts de licence conformes aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique du Canada (ISDE Canada) applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence.
l Cet appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
l Cet appareil doit tolérer tout type de brouillage subi, y compris ceux susceptibles de
perturber le fonctionnement normal de l’appareil.

Les changements ou modifications non expressément approuvés par la partie responsable de


la conformité pourrait annuler le droit accordé à l'utilisateur d’exploiter cet équipement.

Le présent émetteur radio (ISDE: 8349A-154M74A) a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-
dessus et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et
dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué pour tout type figurant sur la liste, sont
strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.

Pour obtenir des informations complementaires à propos de la conformité et de l'approbation


de cet appareil en zone dangereuse, veuillez consultez Ranger Pro Gateway Datasheet
(157M8584) et Ranger Pro Gateway Warnings, Special Conditions and Additional Information
(158M1429) disponibles auprès du Bently Nevada.

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3. Installation
3.1 Network Requirements
The following requirements apply to the PC/laptop used to configure the Gateway.

Ethernet:
l a Cat-5e (or higher) cable from any hub/switch capable of at least Ethernet 10/100 mbps

Compatible Web Browser applications:

We recommend using the most current version of the compatible web browser list below.
l Chrome
l Mozilla Firefox®
l Microsoft Edge

Microsoft® Internet Explorer® is not supported

These gateway ports need to be accessible from the host system through any network firewalls
that may be in place:
l Port 80 (HTTP)
l Port 502 (MODBUS)
l Port 4901 (GCI)

All other ports are inaccessible on the gateway.

Setup Overview
To add Ranger Pro Gateways to your network:

1. Survey your installation location.


2. Decide where to install Ranger Pro Gateways and identify mounting points.
3. Install and configure Ranger Pro Gateways.
4. Provision Ranger Pro ISA100 field devices.
5. Test and verify your installation.
6. Monitor and maintain your network.

For more information regarding wireless network design, refer to the Ranger Pro User Guide
(125M6113).

3.2 Deploy Gateway


Ranger Pro Gateways must be installed in accordance with relevant site standards and
regulations.

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l All hazardous location installations must be performed by a suitably qualified person.


l RF antenna installations and replacements must be completed by an authorized, qualified
person.

WARNING
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

Risk of explosive atmosphere.

Avoid electrostatic potential, especially on plastic


components. Adapters, isolation valves, or sealing rings that
are not compatible with process gasses will corrode and fail.
This failure may result in gas leaks, fire, explosion, or projectiles.

De-energize all devices before placement or removal. To


prevent corrosion and failure, verify that all components are
compatible. Verify that hazardous materials, atmospheres,
and conditions have been removed or that relevant risk
mitigation measures have been implemented.

The connectors to the equipment cannot be connected or disconnected when energized.

Ranger Pro Gateway Mounting


Mounting accessories allow for limited adjustments for either pole or surface mounted
installations. For ease of installation, the gateway with attached mounting flanges can be
mounted after the main bracket has been installed. Remember to provide enough clearance
around the main bracket to allow for the gateway to be attached and cables connected.

Pole Mounting
Mount Ranger Pro Gateways to either a vertical or horizontal pole using the supplied mounting
accessories. The mounting main bracket is attached to the pole using the supplied mounting
support bracket and the two M8x120 fasteners and washers as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 3 - 1: Pole mounting

Surface Mounting
For surface mounting, the customer can use an M8 or 5/16" fastener and washer (not supplied)
with a minimum length of > 36 mm depending on the surface (see figure above). Ensure that the
mounting surface is able to support the weight of the gateway as well as any additional strain
applied by the cables connected to the gateway.

Ranger Pro Gateways can also be mounted directly into instrument panels or enclosures using
the supplied mounting accessories.

Figure 3 - 2: Surface mounting

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Outdoor Mounting
When installing outdoors, the gateway should be mounted upright, and the supplied connector
guard must be installed to protect against UV exposure as shown in Figure 4.

Figure 3 - 3: Connector guard installed for protection against UV exposure

Ground Connection
Ranger Pro Gateways must be grounded using a suitably gauged grounding wire connected to
the grounding lug attachment point on the enclosure.

Surge Protection
The following information is intended only as guidelines and does not replace the need for surge
protection assessment and installation by a suitably qualified person. General guidelines for
surge arrester selection and application principles are given in standards such as:
l IEC 61643-12: Low-voltage surge protective devices - Part 12: Surge protective devices
connected to low-voltage power systems - Selection and application principles.
l IEC 61643-22: Low-Voltage Surge Protective Devices - Part 22: Surge Protective Devices
Connected To Telecommunications And Signalling Networks - Selection And Application
Principles.

Refer to your site-specific requirements for selection and installation of surge arresters.

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WARNING
HIGH ENERGY DISCHARGE HAZARD

RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

Selection and installation of surge protectors as per these


standards does not completely eliminate the possibility of
personal injury or equipment damage due to lightning or
similar surges, but it does sufficiently protect persons and
equipment from the majority of these hazards.

Cabling and equipment are susceptible to induced surges from lightning as well as power
generation equipment. The risk related to each source is different based on installation location.

The purpose of a surge arrester is to protect persons and equipment from electrical surges
induced by lightning, static discharge, or other high-voltage electrical faults.

Surge arresters must be appropriately grounded using dedicated conductors connected


directly to earth ground instead of locally available grounding points as these could be at a
higher potential than a direct earth connection.

Indoor Connection
When equipment and cabling is installed within an enclosed environment, the risk related to
lightning is less since enclosures such as buildings would typically have lightning protection
features incorporated by design. However, there are still risks to persons and equipment from
sources of surges within the enclosed environment. Where surges over 1 kV can occur, additional
surge suppressors should be installed on the relevant equipment ports to protect from
supply-side surges.

Partial Indoor / Outdoor Installation


The same consideration for supply-side surges as in indoor installation are relevant when the
equipment is installed within a lightning-protected, enclosed environment and cabling to
associated equipment extends into an area with no direct lightning risk.

Lightning-induced EMP can result in very high current and voltage levels in the system. Where
cabling and associated equipment may be exposed to lightning induced EMP, appropriate surge
arresters should be selected and installed at the point where the cabling or associated
equipment enters the protected environment.

Outdoor Installation
When equipment is installed in an area outside of a lightning-protected, enclosed environment
with no direct lightning risk, appropriate surge arresters should be selected and installed
between the equipment and further connected equipment within the protected area and
between the equipment and any associated equipment outside of the protected area.

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WARNING
AUTHORIZED ANTENNAS ONLY

Do not use unauthorized antennas with this equipment. Only


the specified antennas as outlined are permitted. Approval to
operate the equipment is conditional upon use of authorized
antennas and correct installation.

Antenna Installation

WARNING
PROFESSIONAL ANTENNA INSTALLATION ONLY

The equipment and antenna must be professionally installed


in accordance with the requirements specified in this
document. See the compliance section for a list of authorized
antennas.

When the equipment is mounted outdoors it must be fixed and mounted on outdoor permanent
structures and the antennas must not be co-located with any other antenna or transmitter
device and have a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.

Depending on the type used, antennae can be connected directly to Ranger Pro Gateways or
can be mounted remotely. Remote antennae can be connected to Ranger Pro Gateways using
the optionally supplied antenna cables. If the antenna or equipment is mounted outside, a surge
arrester or multiple surge arresters should be used as appropriate and according to local
regulations.

Self-amalgamating tape must be used to seal the connections between gateways, surge
arresters, and antennae.

Plant Network Connection


Ranger Pro Gateways can be connected to the plant network using an appropriate ethernet
cable with the supplied RJ45 cable connector housing or the optional accessory cable supplied
by Bently Nevada. The gateway can be connected to a PoE switch, PoE adapter, or standard
network switch. When connecting to a standard switch, the device must be powered from an
external power supply.

The RJ45 Ethernet connection uses industry standard wiring connections. Either a standard or
cross-over cable may be used when connecting the device.

You must use only compliant (IEEE 802.3at Type 1) power supply equipment that
support Mode B (or midspan) and injects power on the Ethernet cable spare wire pairs
and not on the data wire pairs.

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When installing the gateway outdoors, you need to provide adequate UV protection for the
network cable connector. This can be done using a suitable enclosure or by mounting the
gateway upright and using the optional network and power cable connection guard.

We recommend using shielded Ethernet cable for outdoor installations or locations with high
levels of electromagnetic interference.

Power Connection
When connected to a standard Ethernet connection, Ranger Pro Gateways require an external
power supply connection using the supplied A-coded M12 field-wireable connector or optional
M12 power-cable accesory.

WARNING
WARNING HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

The power over ethernet function may not be utilized in a


hazardous atmosphere. Only a suitable DC power supply may
be utilized to power the equipment in a hazardous area.

The power connection also serves as an optional secondary power supply connection when
using a PoE plant network connection. If needed, use the supplied A-coded M12 field-wireable or
optional M12 power cable accessory to connect to an external power supply to establish a
redundant power-supply connection.

A secondary power supply allows for continued operation. Switching between power supplies
causes the gateway to reboot and results in temporary loss of wireless connectivity.

The A-coded M12 connection uses these wiring connections.

Table 3 - 1: Power and Reset Connector Wire Color Guide

M12 Pin Wire Colour Description

1 Brown IO – Reset 1

2 White V+ (20-57 Vdc, 4 W)

3 Blue IO – Reset 2

4 Black V-

The power cable and connector can be used as an alternative to the magnetic
interface to reset the gateway TCP/IP IPv4 address or restore the gateway to factory
default settings.

Using an appropriate tool, the M12 power connector must be tightened to a torque of 0.6 Nm.

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4. Configuration
4.1 User Interface
The Ranger Pro Gateway provides a web-based user interface to configure and monitor all
devices connected to a network. To start managing the wireless field device network, you first
need to configure the gateway.

In addition, the user interface performs the following tasks.


l Network maintenance
l Device configuration and maintenance
l Operator activities

Login
You must login to access the gateway functions.

Network
Selecting the Network section displays a device tree, tab control, and property list.

The device tree displays the System Manager, Access Point, and Ranger Pro Field Devices
(Sensors and Repeaters).

Depending on the tree entry selected, the tab control and property list displays different
information.

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System Manager
When the System Manger is selected, the tab control displays the Network Health, GCI Stats,
Signal Strength and Event History. The property list displays the Provision, Logging, and
Operational Settings.

Figure 4 - 1: System Manager

Network Health

The Network Health tab displays joined Routers, Router + IOs, and IO devices packet transmitted
and lost, reliability of its published process values, and the join count of each device.

GCI Stats

The GCI Stats tab displays external GCI client connections, their respective start times, data
transmitted and received, and number of leases used. GCI client connections are limited to 2
concurrent connections.

Signal Strength

The Signal Strength tab displays all Level one Routers, RouterIOs, and IO devices, as well as their
respective transmitted and received success and fail count. The respective signal strength and
quality are also displayed.

Event History

The Event History tab displays a log of internal events, such as gateway restarts, logins, firmware
updates, and other general events.

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Provision

The Provision settings allow configuration of the Network ID, Join Key, local area network (LAN)
settings, and the Tag for the Ranger Pro Gateway device.

Figure 4 - 2: Provision Settings

Logging

The Logging settings change the System Manager level of detail which is recorded in logs for
debugging purposes.

Operational Settings

The Operational Settings contain channel enabling/disabling and the configuration of the
number of router and IO nodes allowed to join the 1st layer of the mesh (i.e. the 1st hop from the
access point). The number of Routers and IOs allowed to connect to routers in further hop layers
is also configurable. The maximum number of layers (hops) is also configurable. More routers
result in higher consumption. The recommended maximum number of routers is no more than
30% of all field devices.

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Figure 4 - 3: Operational Settings

Table 4 - 1: Operational Settings Inputs

Default
Setting Description
Value

Maximum Layers The number of routing layers between the Back Bone 3
Router (BBR) and the last child device in the network chain
after network optimization
The maximum number of IO-only devices that can
IO devices per BBR 50
connect directly to the BBR

Routing Devices per BBR The maximum number of routing enabled devices 15
(including IO routers) that can connect directly to the BBR.

We recommend not exceeding 20 routers per 50 devices.

The maximum number of IO only devices that can


IO devices per router 6
connect directly to the parent router

Routing devices per The maximum number of routing enabled devices 3


router (including IO routers) that can connect directly to the
parent router
The communication channels used by the network
Channels 14, 19, and 22 are set.
Channels
Channels 11 and 13 are optional.
Remaining channels can be de-selected as required.

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Access Point

When the Access Point is selected, the tab control displays the Network Health, GCI Stats, Signal
Strength, and Event History. The property list displays the Logging and General Settings.

Figure 4 - 4: Access Point Property Panel Display (right)

Network Health

The Network Health tab displays joined Routers, Router + IOs, and IO data packets transmitted
and lost, reliability of its published process values, and the join count of each device.

GCI Stats

The GCI Stats tab displays external GCI client connections, their respective start times, data
transmitted and received, and number of leases used. GCI client connections are limited to 2
concurrent connections.

Signal Strength

The Signal Strength tab displays all Level one Routers, RouterIOs, and IO devices, as well as their
respective transmitted and received success and fail count. The respective signal strength and
quality is also displayed.

Event History

The Event History tab displays a log of internal events, such as gateway restarts, logins, firmware
updates, and other general events.

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General Settings

The General Settings show read-only details of the access point (shown below as gray fields
with green outlines). The user can name the BBR tag as desired. The user must select the Submit
button to rename the BBR Tag.

Figure 4 - 5: Access Point

Logging

The Logging settings change the access-point level of detail which is recorded in logs for
debugging purposes.

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Field Device

When a field device is selected, the tab control displays the data Trend, Device Join History,
Readings, and Signal Strength. The property list displays the Device Information, Device Restart
and Device Role settings.

Figure 4 - 6: Trend Plot Example

Trend

The Trend tab is visible once a field device is selected and displays a plot of selected channels
automatically scaled to the smallest and largest values.

Device Join History

The Device Join History tab display the join states and times of highlighted units.

Readings

The Readings tab displays process value data for each channel in a historical table
format.

Signal Strength

The Signal Strength tab displays all connected children and parents of a router or just the parent
of an IO.

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Device Information

The Device Information settings show the device model, manufacturer, serial number, battery
level, both radio and application firmware versions and address of the highlighted Ranger Pro
field device. The Device Tag name can also be set here.

Figure 4 - 7: Device Information Panel

Device Restart

The Device Restart settings allow a Ranger Pro field device radio (soft restart) or application
processor (restart as provisioned) to be rebooted from the User Interface.

Figure 4 - 8: Device Restart Panel

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Device Role

The Device Role settings allow a Ranger Pro ISA100 field device to be configured to join as a
router, router + IO, or IO device.

Figure 4 - 9: Device Role Panel

Firmware
When the Firmware section is selected, a tab control displays the Firmware, Devices to Upgrade,
Queue, and Progress information.

Figure 4 - 10: Firmware Tab

The Firmware tab is used to upload two different kinds of firmware for Over the Air (OTA)
upgrading of Ranger Pro field device radios and application processors.

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Figure 4 - 11: Firmware Upload Tab Pop Up

Devices to Upgrade
The Devices to Upgrade tab is used to initiate uploads to selected field devices.

Figure 4 - 12: Devices to Upgrade Tab

Progress
The Progress tab is used to observe overall progression levels of upgrades.

Maintenance
When the Maintenance section is selected, a tab control displays the Export Logs, Save/Restore,
Set Time, Software Upgrading, Modbus, Change Password, and Restart functions.

Export Logs
Use the Export Logs tab to archive and encrypt logs for debugging of problems when requested
by support technicians. This takes a couple of minutes to complete.

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Save / Restore
Save / Restore allows the backing up or restoration of the configuration of the device.

Set Time
The Set Time function allows the Ranger Pro Gateway time to be set manually or to the host time
and date in the relevant UTC zone.

By setting the time to the host time and date, the time is adjusted to the host time without the
UTC offset.

For example, if the host indicates a time of 14:30 (UTC+8), the gateway time will be set to 06:30
(UTC). The time must be manually adjusted to include the UTC offset for the gateway to reflect
the host time.

We recommend using UTC time. When setting the time to include the UTC offset, ensure that all
related system times are adjusted to reflect the same UTC offset.

Figure 4 - 13: Set Time Tab

Software Upgrading
Software Upgrading allows the selection of a software file to upgrade the gateway. On selection,
a dialog box will appear to allow selection of the software file. On submit, the file will be checked
and a confirmation dialog box will appear.

Modbus Settings
The Modbus tab allows process values to be published using the MODBUS protocol on port 502.

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Figure 4 - 14: Modbus Tab

To use the Modbus TCP protocol to output sensor static data:

1. Modify the Ranger Pro Gateway Modbus settings:


a. Create a new Modbus configuration file to upload the file to the gateway using a text
editor.
b. Save the file to be uploaded as modbus_gw.ini.

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c. Edit the file:


[INPUT_REGISTERS]
[HOLDING_REGISTERS]
REGISTER = 200,2,0134880000010041,2,3,1,0,0,0,0
REGISTER = 202,2,0134880000010041,2,4,1,0,0,0,0
REGISTER = 204,2,0134880000010041,2,5,1,0,0,0,0
REGISTER = ….

Where REGISTER = AAA,B,MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM,C,D,E,F,G,H,I :

a. Navigate to the Maintenance section and select the Modbus tab.


b. Select Upload Modbus File and browse to the relevant Modbus configuration file.
c. Click on OK to upload the file.
d. After the upload is complete, click on Activate Modbus to apply the configuration.

For more details about TSAP ID, Object ID, Attribute ID, Index 1, and Index 2
values, see the following table or Ranger Pro User Guide.

e. The current Modbus configuration file can be downloaded by clicking on Download.

Table 4 - 2: Modbus Definitions and Settings

Location Description Setting

Offset from the first Modbus


AAA Holding Register Modbus initial register address is 200
(increments by B)

B Data Size (word count) Reserved (2)

MM... EUI 64 Device ID

TSAP is the device application processor


object ID for accessing process values.
C TSAP ID
TSAP (2) is the only supported
application object.

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Location Description Setting

Object ID refers to internal AIO objects.


o 3: temperature
o 4: Z acceleration
o 5: Z velocity
D Object ID o 6: peakdemod
o 7: Y accleration
o 8: Y velocity
o 9: X acceleration
o 10: X velocity

Attribute ID referes to the AIO attributes.


E Attribute ID Attribute ID (1) is the Process Variable
(PV) and the only value supported.

F Index 1 Reserved (0)

G Index 2 Reserved (0)

H Method ID Reserved (0)

I Status Byte Type Status byte (0).

Change Password
The Change Password function allows the user to change the Ranger Pro Gateway password.

Currently the Ranger Pro Gateway only supports one user (the admin user) with access to all
operations on the Ranger Pro Gateway.

Restart
The soft restart allows a software restart to be initiated on the gateway. It is a faster option for
reinitialization of the gateway. The Power Cycle option will reinitialize the hardware of the
gateway and will reliably restore the device to a well-initialized state.

Logout
Once a user has completed any configuration or validation of the network using the Ranger Pro
Gateway, they should use the Logout function to prevent unauthorized changes to the system.

4.2 Configure Gateways


We recommend performing basic configuration of Ranger Pro Gateway in an indoor equipment
room or a similar environment before installation in the field.

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This includes:
l Device web interface password (recommended; default username = admin; default
password = Admin#1!)
l TCP/IP IPv4 Address (default = 192.168.1.1)
l ISA100 wireless Network ID (default = 5)
l ISA100 wireless network Join Key (default = 00102030405060708090A0B0C0D0E0F0)
l Device Tag (optional; default = Gateway)

To configure these settings:

1. Use a PoE cable to connect the Ranger Pro Gateway to a PoE adapter or network switch.
Refer to the Plant Network Connection section for additional information.
2. (Optional) Connect an external supply using the auxiliary power cable. For details, see
Configuration.
3. Connect to the Ranger Pro Gateway web interface using a host PC connected to the PoE
adapter or network switch.
4. Set the host PC IPv4 address and subnet mask to a value within the Ranger Pro Gateway
default IP address range and subnet.
5. Use a web browser and visit http://192.168.1.1.

Keep connector protection caps in place to prevent exposure to contaminants for


connections not used during configuration or installation.

Set Password
For security purposes, we recommend you change the password for the Ranger Pro Gateway
web interface.

To change the password:


l Select Maintenance > Change Password tab.

Set IPv4 TCP/IP Address


To prevent plant network conflicts, we recommend you change the Ranger Pro Gateway IPv4
TCP/IP address.

To change the TCP/IP address:


l Select Network > System Manager.
l Expand the System Manager Provision.
l Change the IPv4 Address, Gateway (Default Gateway) and Mask (Subnet Mask) values as
required.

Have your plant network administrator allocate a dedicated static IPv4 plant network address or
ensure that you assign an unused TCP/IP IPv4 address.

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Set Network ID
To prevent wireless network conflicts, we recommend you change the Ranger Pro Gateway
device network ID.

To change the device network ID:

1. Select Network > System Manager.


2. Expand the System Manager Provision.
3. Change the Network ID as required.

You must use an unused ISA100 network ID. Consult with your plant ISA100 wireless network
administrator as needed.

Set Join Key (ISA100)


For security purposes, we recommend you change the Ranger Pro Gateway join key.

To change the join key:

1. Select Network > System Manager.


2. Expand the System Manager Provision.
3. Change the Join Key as required.

4.3 Provision Field Devices (ISA100)


The Ranger Pro Gateway does not currently support OTA provisioning. Ranger Pro configuration
software is able to manually provision compatible Ranger Pro ISA100 field devices. Refer to the
Ranger Pro User Guide (125M6113).

Before deploying Ranger Pro ISA100 field devices, we recommend you provision each device to
join your network. Depending on the number of field devices and their current sleep state,
provisioning can take up to several hours.

When you provision the device, you:


l Set the network ID to match the gateway network ID.
l Set the network join key to match the gateway network join key.

4.4 Configure Field Devices


Once Ranger Pro field devices have joined the network, they can be configured using the Ranger
Pro Gateway web interface.

You can configure these options:


l Tag (up to 16 Characters)
l Role (IO (Default), Router and Router IO) (ISA100)

To configure device Tag:

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l Select Network > relevant device in the device list.


l Expand the Device Information.
l Change the Device Tag as required.

To configure device Role(ISA100):


l Select Network > [device name].
l Expand the Device Role.
l Change the Device Role as required.

To implement changes, you must reboot the devices. For details, see Reboot Field Devices on
page 46.

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5. Verification
5.1 Verify Network Connectivity
Ranger Pro Gateways can send data or commands to, and receive data from, Ranger Pro field
devices over a wireless network. Information such as Data on Demand (DoD), configuration
change requests, and vibration and temperature data, is transfered between the gateway and
the client through the ISA100 General Client Interface (GCI). Data received by the gateway can
also be published by Modbus.

To send data or commands or collect data using the GCI, the user must have installed the
relevant versions of Bently Nevada System 1 Software and the Ranger Pro Core plugin.
Furthermore, dynamic data is only sent to the user using GCI.

Refer to the Ranger Pro User Guide (document 125M6113) for more information regarding
configuring and verifying Ranger Pro field device network connectivity.

Verify Network Joining


To verify that your field devices have joined your network, use the Ranger Pro Gateway web
interface. It can take several hours for many Ranger Pro field devices to join your network.

If a provisioned field device fails to join your network after several hours, try these options:

Verify / Reboot the Ranger Pro Device


l Reboot the Ranger Pro field device. This increases how often the device attempts to join
the network. Refer to the Ranger Pro User Guide (document 125M6113) for more information.
l Verify that the device is correctly provisioned. ISA100 field devices must be in a provisioned
state with the correct Network ID and join key to join the network.
l Verify the device's network connection. Dismount the device from the machine and
position it closer to the relevant Ranger Pro Gateway.
l Improve the device's radio frequency communication by reorienting the device's axis
relative to the gateway. Optimal RF communication occurs when the device's x-axis is in
the horizontal plane." (See the Ranger Pro User Guide, 125M6113, for more details).

Add a Routing Device (ISA100)


l In areas that have weak RF coverage (for example, where RSSI < -78 dB), configure a
Ranger Pro ISA100 field device to enable routing or, preferably, add a Ranger Pro ISA100
repeater.
l Use the Ranger Pro Gateway web interface to verify, and if necessary, enable the router
function of each ISA100 field device.
l Verify that each Ranger Pro field device has a good network connection.
l Remember to stay within the recommended number of hops per device (4 hops).

Remember that using an ISA100 sensor as a router decreases its battery life.

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Ranger Pro Gateway device managers limit the number of field devices connected to the
gateway. This could be any combination of IO, Router, or Router IO devices up to a total of 50
devices. Up to 9 child devices may connect to each router enabled device. The maximum
number of hops between the Ranger Pro Gateway and a Ranger Pro field device should be
limited to 4.

Move the Device or Gateway


Relocating a field device or reorienting its axis or orientation relative to the gateway as little as 6
cm (2 1/3 inch), or one-half of a 2.4 GHz wavelength, may improve signal strength.

Change Gateway
Change the gateway deployment by using the authorized 6dBi higher gain antenna on the
gateway. Verify that the resulting narrowly focused radio frequency distribution pattern meets
your needs. You can also add additional gateways.

Verify Signal Strength


Check that the devices' signal strength and packet error rate are within guidelines. Use your
Ranger Pro Gateway web interface to monitor device signal strength and packet error rates.
Signal strength (RSSI) should be above -85 dBm, and preferably above -78 dBm.

Validate Device Data


Using the Ranger Pro Gateway device-manager web-interface, verify the publication status and
that the measurements are displayed in the Readings tab.

Icon Status Description

Device is not visible to the network.


Wireless signal icon with a
Not Joined It may be out of range, is restarting,
cross
or is off.

Device is busy negotiating to join


Wireless Signal Icon Joining
the network.

Bold Wireless Signal Icon Joined Device joined and configuring.

Wireless Signal Icon with a Joined and Device configured and publishing
check mark Publishing PV data.

Initial publication of measurements may take some time after devices have joined the
network. After the initial period, during which the network is forming, measurements will
be published at 1-minute intervals.

Use the data trend tab after selecting a Ranger Pro sensor in the device tree to view a history of
the selected parameters.

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Figure 5 - 1: Ranger Pro Trend Data

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5.2 Modbus Register Values


The Ranger Pro Gateway can output Ranger Pro sensor static data (trended variables) using the
Modbus TCP protocol.

Use any Modbus tool to connect with the Ranger Pro Gateway through port 502. Check the Input
Register Values as listed in the gateway user interface Modbus tab.

Figure 5 - 2: Modbus Input Register Values Example

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6. Maintenance
Ranger Pro Gateways need minimal maintenance. If a device fails, it may be due to
environmental damage, or even a blocked wireless connection.

6.1 System Time Backup Power Battery


Ranger Pro Gateways use a Lithium coin-sized batter to keep the real-time clock and radio
oscillator running when the gateway does not have power from the PoE or external power
connector.

The battery should be replaced if the Ranger Pro Gateway time keeps resetting to the same
incorrect date and time after power loss.

Install only approved CR2032 Lithium batteries. For details and ordering information,
see the Ranger Pro Gateway datasheet (document 157M8584).

6.2 Clean and Inspect Devices


Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior of the Ranger Pro Gateway in potentially hazardous
environments.

WARNING
WARNING HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

A static hazard may exist on the equipment as a result of the


non-metallic coating. The equipment shall only be cleaned
with a damp cloth when deployed in a hazardous area.

Before cleaning or inspecting Ranger Pro Gateways device in a potentially hazardous


environment, verify that hazardous materials, atmospheres, and conditions have been removed.

Clean the Exterior


When cleaning a Ranger Pro Gateway in an equipment room or a similar environment:
l Use a clean, dry, non-abrasive, anti-static cloth to clean the exterior. Do not use solvents or
solutions.
l To remove deposits from the exterior of the sensor, use an electronic contact or switch
cleaner.

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Open the Device


Before opening the device, de-energise the cables and remove the device from the
field and operating environment. Open the casing by loosening and partially removing
the captive screws on one of the hinges and completely removing the captive screws
on the other hinge.

Clean the Interior


Clean the interior using a clean, dry, anti-static cloth.

Inspect the Device Casing


The device casing is made of anodised Aluminum and is epoxy-powder coated. Inspect the:
l Aluminum device casing for damage or oxidation.
l Lithium battery and terminal springs. Look for chemical corrosion or deposits.
l Antenna N-Type connector for soiling or oxidation.
l Power M12 and network RJ45 connectors for soiling or damage to the seals.

Inspect the Lid Seal


The device uses a continuous seal to protect the unit against dust and moisture ingress. The seal
maintains the device’s dust and water-resistant IP rating.

Inspect the seal:


l Verify that the seal is free from dust and debris.
l To remove dust and dirt, use a clean, dry cloth.

Inspect the Battery


Inspect the battery before removing it. Look for:
l Swelling or deformation.
l Indentations or lifting of battery terminals.
l Moisture or liquid on the battery surface.
l Chemical corrosion or deposits on the battery terminals.

CAUTION
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

Do not use a device with a damaged enclosure or Lithium


battery. Using a damaged device may further damage the
device, cause it to fail, or in hazardous locations cause other
unintended consequences.

If a battery has leaked, do not touch the corrosive electrolyte.

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If the battery is damaged or is leaking, follow your site’s hazardous materials handling
procedures.

Replace the battery


We recommend that you replace Ranger Pro Gateway batteries in an indoor equipment room or
a similar environment. Do not replace batteries in a hazardous area. Use only approved battery
types described in the relevant Ranger Pro Gateway datasheet.

To dispose of used or partially expended batteries, follow your on-site or locally accepted
hazardous materials handling procedures.

Close the Device


To close the device:

1. Ensure that the Ranger Pro Gateway lid seal is clean before closing it.
2. Align and fasten the captive screws into the hinges using a cross-tightening technique
(do not tighten both screws on one side while leaving both screws on the other side loose).

DO NOT over-tighten the captive screws as this may compromise the lid seal. Fasten
captive screws to a torque of 6 Nm.

6.3 Update Gateway Software


You may on rare occasions need to update the Ranger Pro Gateway software. Request or
download software updates from Bently Nevada technical support. You can update Ranger Pro
Gateway software using the web-interface.

To update gateway firmware:

1. Use your browser to navigate to the IP address of your Ranger Pro Gateway and login.
2. Select Maintenance > Software Upgrading tab.
3. Click on the Upload file area to browse to and select the relevant gateway software file.
4. Wait for the upload to complete.
5. Click Upgrade! The upgrade is completed.

Click on Remove Files to remove all uploaded software files before uploading new files.

6.4 Reset Gateway


The Ranger Pro Gateway can be reset using the web-interface or using the power connector if in
a non-hazardous environment.

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To reset the gateway:

1. Navigate to Maintenance.
2. Select the Restart menu item.
3. Select Soft Restart or Power Cycle.

IPv4 Address Reset


To reset the Ranger Pro Gateway IPv4 address using a magnet:

1. Place a magnet against the magnet icon located on the Ranger Pro Gateway until the
status indicator starts flashing between green and amber.
2. Hold the magnet in position for approximately 5 seconds.
3. The status indicator should start flashing between amber and red indicating that the IPv4
address has been reset to factory default (192.168.1.1).
4. Remove the magnet.

To reset the Ranger Pro Gateway IPv4 address by using the A-coded M12 auxiliary power
connector:

1. If in a non-hazardous environment, connect pin 2 to pin 3 (white to blue wire) until the
status indicator starts flashing between green and amber.
2. Maintain the connection for approximately 5 seconds.
3. The status indicator should start flashing between amber and red indicating that the IPv4
address has been reset to factory default (192.168.1.1).

Remove the magnet or auxiliary power reset connection within 10 seconds of starting
the process to prevent the device from entering the factory default restore process.

6.5 Restore Factory Defaults


To use a magnet to restore the gateway to the factory default settings:

1. Place a magnet against the dot icon located on the front label of the Ranger Pro Gateway
until the status indicator starts flashing between green and amber.
2. Hold the magnet in place for approximately 15 seconds while the status indicator starts
flashing between amber and red and then changes to a steady red. This begins the
factory default restoration process.
3. After a few minutes the TCP/IP IPv4 address will be reset to factory default
(192.168.1.1), all user configurations will revert to the factory default and device software
will be reverted to the factory installed version.

Alternatively, if in a non-hazardous environment, use the auxiliary power connection reset option
by connecting pin 2 to pin 3 (white to blue wire) until the status indicator starts flashing between
amber and red. Remove the connection after 15 seconds.

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The factory default restore cannot be undone.

6.6 Update Field Device Firmware


You may on rare occasions need to update Ranger Pro field device firmware. Request or
download firmware updates from Bently Nevada. You can update firmware using the Ranger Pro
Gateway web-interface.

To update field device firmware:

1. Navigate to the Firmware section.


2. Click Upload to upload new device firmware to be uploaded OTA to devices.
3. Click Browse to select the firmware binary file, then choose Device Radio or Device
Application from Firmware Type.
4. Enter the firmware Version and description.
5. Click OK.
6. Navigate to Devices to Upgrade and select Device Radio or Device Application for
respective firmware updates. The Topology field shows the chain of the devices in the
network and each 4 digit entry to the left of the 4 digits representing the device in the
chain represents a parent of the device.

Figure 6 - 1: Devices to Upgrade Tab

7. Select the device(s) to upgrade and click Execute. If multiple devices are selected, the
device upgrades are optimised by an upgrade scheduler.
8. Select the appropriate Firmware and click OK.
9. The Radio Status field displays the upgrade status and is updated by the upgrade
scheduler.
10. Navigate to Queue to view detailed upgrade status information.
o Pending, awaiting the next retry.
o Active, the active progress can be viewed on the Progress tab.
o Fail, the maximum allowed number of retries has been reached.
o Success, the upgrade has succeeded.
o Cancelling, the scheduler is in the process of cancelling an upgrade.

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o Cancelled, the user cancelled the upgrade.


o Request Pending, Request Cancelled are scheduler internal states and will
automatically progress to Pending or Cancelling.
11. Navigate to Progress to observe active OTA upgrade attempts in progress.

6.7 Reboot Field Devices


Ranger Pro field devices can be rebooted by navigating to the Network section and selecting
the device of interest, opening the Device Reset accordion, then select from warm restart or
restart as provisioned.

6.8 Harden the System


The security risk to your network when using Ranger Pro Gateways is like that of any distributed
control system or industrial control system. You need to take all reasonable steps to properly
secure these devices.

At a minimum, to secure Ranger Pro Gateways:


l Install on secure networks due to unencrypted communications.
l Use unique, strong passwords for all devices.
l Provide adequate phyical security to prevent unathorized access.
l Verify that the latest software is installed on all devices.

The gateway only has one user role. To prevent unauthorized changes, limit access to systems
connected to the gateway.

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