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LoRa Door Sensor Configuration Guide

1. Device Naming​

  • Open Name field
  • Enter new name
  • Save

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Recommendation:
Use location-based naming (e.g., Warehouse-Door-01) for clarity.

4. LoRa Communication Settings​

Go to LoRa Settings and verify parameters.

All settings must match: Sensor ↔ Gateway

Required Parameters​

  • Class → Must match

  • Frequency (IN865) → Standard band in India

  • Spreading Factor (SF)

    • Lower SF → Faster transmission, shorter range
    • Higher SF → Slower transmission, longer range

  • Channel → Must be identical

  • Slave ID → Unique per device

  • Encryption Key → Must match for secure communication

Purpose:
Ensures stable and secure wireless communication.

How to change LoRa Class? :​

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LoRa Class
Select the appropriate LoRa Class based on your device’s power source and application needs:

  • Class A
    Recommended for battery-powered devices. It offers the lowest power consumption and is suitable for sensors that transmit data occasionally.

  • Class C
    Designed for mains-powered devices. It keeps the receiver always on, allowing near-instant downlink communication from the server.

Choosing the correct class helps optimize battery life and network responsiveness based on your deployment.

note

Controller are available in the Class C mode only

LoRa Frequency​

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Select the appropriate LoRa frequency band based on your deployment region and local regulatory standards.

  • Example
    IN865(India) , IN868(Europe) ,US915(North America)

LoRa SF​

How to LoRa Spreading Factors ? :​

Inside LoRa settings, navigate to SF (Spreading Factor) and toggle up and down as per requirement.

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LoRa Channels​

How to setup LoRa channels ? :​

Inside LoRa settings, navigate to channels and type in channel number as per requirement.

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Slave ID​

How to setup device slave ID ? :​

Inside LoRa settings, navigate to Slave ID and type in Slave ID number as per requirement.

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Encryption Key​

How to setup device Encryption Key ? :​

Inside LoRa settings, navigate to Encryption Key and type in Encryption Key number as per requirement.

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3. Network Capacity​

  • Up to 20 devices per gateway
  • Recommended at 5-minute uplink interval

Note:
Higher transmission frequency can reduce supported device count.

4. Viewing Sensor Data​

Go to: Device Data

You can monitor:

  • Door Status
  • Door Cycle Count
  • Battery Status

Status Values​

  • 0 → Door Closed
  • 1 → Door Open

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Purpose:
Provides real-time monitoring of door activity.

5. Modbus Data Reading (Advanced)​

To read data via Modbus:

  • Connect gateway to PC using RS485 converter
  • Use the following parameters:
ParameterValue
Slave ID6
Function Code4
Address0

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Purpose:
Allows integration with external systems or software for data logging.