1. Produttu Finituview
The Milesight UG56-868M is an industrial IoT LoRaWAN gateway designed for robust and reliable data transmission in various applications. It supports Wi-Fi connectivity for flexible deployment and efficient data backhaul. This manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your gateway.
Image 1.1: Front view of the Milesight UG56-868M LoRaWAN Gateway. The device is a compact, rectangular unit with a white and black casing. It features LED indicators for POWER, STATUS, LoRa, Wi-Fi, and ETH, along with the Milesight logo and model number UG56. An antenna is connected to the right side.
2. Cuntenutu di u pacchettu
Please check the package carefully to ensure all items are present and undamaged. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your vendor.
- 1 x Milesight UG56-868M LoRaWAN Gateway
- (Note: Typical packages may also include a power adapter, mounting kit, and antenna, depending on the specific product variant.)
3. Informazioni di sicurezza
Per assicurà un funziunamentu sicuru è prevene danni, osservate e seguenti precauzioni di sicurezza:
- Ùn espone micca u dispusitivu à l'acqua o l'umidità.
- Ùn pruvate micca à apre o mudificà u dispusitivu.
- Use only the power adapter supplied or recommended by Milesight.
- Assicuratevi una ventilazione curretta intornu à u dispusitivu per prevene u surriscaldamentu.
- Mantene u dispusitivu luntanu da campi elettromagnetici forti.
4. Setup
4.1 Installazione fisica
- Scegli un locu: Select a central location for the gateway, preferably at a higher elevation, to maximize LoRa signal coverage. Avoid placing it near large metal objects or other electronic devices that may cause interference.
- Attaccà l'antenna: Carefully screw the provided LoRa antenna onto the SMA connector on the side of the gateway. Ensure it is finger-tight.
- Muntamentu (opcional): If wall-mounting or pole-mounting, use the appropriate mounting kit (sold separately) and follow its instructions.
4.2 Cunnessione di putenza
- Connect the power adapter to the DC power input port on the gateway.
- Plug the power adapter into a standard electrical outlet. The POWER LED indicator on the front panel should illuminate.
4.3 Cunnessione di Rete
The UG56-868M supports both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for backhaul connectivity.
Cunnessione Ethernet:
- Connect an Ethernet cable from the gateway's ETH port to your router or network switch. The ETH LED indicator should illuminate.
Cunnessione Wi-Fi:
- Upon initial power-up, the gateway may broadcast a default Wi-Fi SSID (e.g., "Milesight_Gateway_XXXX").
- Connect your computer or mobile device to this Wi-Fi network.
- apre a web navigatore è navigate à l'indirizzu IP predefinitu (per esempiu, http://192.168.23.150) to access the gateway's web interfaccia per a cunfigurazione.
- Refer to the "Operating" section for initial configuration steps.
5. Uperativu
5.1 Indicatori LED
The front panel of the UG56-868M features several LED indicators to show the device's status:
- PUTERE: Verde fissu quandu u dispusitivu hè acceso.
- STATUS: Indicates system status (e.g., blinking during boot, solid when ready).
- LoRa: Indicates LoRaWAN activity (e.g., blinking when receiving LoRa packets).
- Wi-Fi: Indicates Wi-Fi network status.
- ETH: Indicates Ethernet network status.
5.2 Cunfigurazione iniziale (Web Interfaccia)
After connecting to the gateway's network (via Ethernet or Wi-Fi), you can access its web interface for detailed configuration.
- apre a web browser and enter the gateway's IP address (default: http://192.168.23.150).
- Enter the default username and password (refer to the label on the device or the quick start guide for default credentials).
- Upon successful login, you will be prompted to change the default password for security reasons. It is highly recommended to do so.
- Navigate attraversu u web interface to configure network settings (Wi-Fi SSID/password, static IP), LoRaWAN server settings (e.g., Network Server address), and other advanced features.
6. Mantenimentu
6.1 Aghjornamenti di u firmware
Regularly check the Milesight official website for the latest firmware versions. Firmware updates can provide new features, performance improvements, and security patches.
- Scaricate u firmware file from the Milesight support portal.
- Accede à a porta d'accessu web interfaccia.
- Navigate to the "System" or "Maintenance" section and locate the firmware upgrade option.
- Caricate u firmware scaricatu file and follow the on-screen instructions. Do not power off the device during the upgrade process.
6.2 Pulizia
Clean the exterior of the gateway with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol sprays.
7. Risoluzione di prublemi
Questa sezione furnisce suluzioni à i prublemi cumuni chì pudete scuntrà.
| Prublemu | Causa Possibile | Soluzione |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway not powering on (POWER LED off) | No power supply; faulty power adapter; loose connection. | Check power outlet; ensure power adapter is securely connected to both the gateway and the outlet; try a different power adapter if available. |
| Ùn pò micca accede web interfaccia | Indirizzu IP incorrectu; prublema di cunnessione di rete; firewall chì blocca l'accessu. | Verify the gateway's IP address; ensure your computer is on the same network segment; temporarily disable firewall; try a different browser. |
| LoRa devices not connecting | Incorrect LoRaWAN server settings; antenna not connected; device out of range; frequency mismatch. | Verify LoRaWAN server configuration in the gateway's web interface; ensure antenna is securely attached; check device range and signal strength; confirm frequency plan (868MHz for this model). |
| Wi-Fi/Ethernet LED off | Cable disconnected; network configuration error; Wi-Fi disabled. | Check Ethernet cable connection; verify Wi-Fi settings in the web interface; ensure Wi-Fi is enabled. |
8. Specificazioni
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Marca | Milesight |
| Numero di mudellu | UG56-868M |
| ASIN | B0DF5QLBN2 |
| Frequenza LoRa | 868 MHz (EU868) |
| Connettività | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
| Culore | Neru |
| Pesu di l'articulu | 8.36 libbre (circa 3.79 kg) |
| Dimensioni di u pacchettu | 3.94 x 0.79 x 0.39 inch (circa 10 x 2 x 1 cm) |
| U fabricatore | Milesight |
| Data Prima Disponibile | 25 d'aostu di u 2024 |
9. Garanzia è Support
Milesight products are typically covered by a limited warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Milesight websitu.
For technical support, firmware downloads, or further assistance, please contact Milesight customer support or visit their official support portal:
- Milesight Official Websitu: www.milesight.com
- Cuntattu di supportu: Riferite à u websitu per l'infurmazioni di cuntattu regiunale.
