Rako Wtc-bridge User Manual

WTC-Bridge User Manual

For an overview of Bridges: "Bridge Application Sheet"

For programming a wireless system: “Wireless Module Programming

Guide”/”Wireless RAK Programming guide”

Contents:

1 Functions of the WTC-Bridge

2 Installing the WTC-Bridge

3 Discovering the Bridge and Setting the House Number

3.1 Discovering the Bridge

3.2 To set the Bridge House number

3.3 If you cannot connect to the Bridge

4 Adding the Bridge as a device

5 Uploading the project file

6 Downloading the project file

7 Events

7.1 Setting Events using Rasoft Pro

7.2 Setting Events using the Rako App.

8 Mappings

8.1 Mapping wireless commands to give multi-room
functionality

8.2 Triggering Macros from Maps

9 Macros

9.1 Writing Macros

9.2 Triggering Macros

10 Holiday Mode

11 UDP Feedback

11.1 Live feedback

11.2 UDP feedback log

12 Performing a Firmware upgrade

1 Functions of the WTC-Bridge

The WTC-Bridge will add the following features to a Rako wired system:

- Network interface: including remote control via mobile devices.

- Storing Project file information: Room, Channel and Scene information can be
stored.

- Timed Events: Automatic functions at fixed times including dawn & dusk.

- Mapping: Commands can be redirected to perform other tasks.

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- Macros: Series of commands that are triggered by a single command or event.
Specific steps can be enabled and disabled giving conditional functionality.

- Holiday Mode: Replays recorded scene activity, creating an occupied look to a
property.

- Wired-Wireless Interface: The WA-Bridge functions as an interface between
wireless signals and the wired network.

2 Installing the WTC-Bridge

- Step 1: Loosen the two screws at the bottom of the casing and remove lid.

- Step 2: Plug RJ11 cable provided into the WTC-Bridge and an available RJ11 port in
a RAK-LINK/RAK-STAR/WPCON-C etc.

- Step 3: Plug the Ethernet patch cable from the WTC-Bridge to a spare port in a
router or network switch.

- Step 4: Mount the WTC-Bridge to a wall using fixing point at top of case if desired.

- Step 5: Replace lid to complete installation.

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3 Discovering the Bridge and Setting the House Number

Before proceeding with any programming the Bridge needs to be discovered and the House
number set.

3.1 Discovering the Bridge

Open Rasoft Pro programming software. Ensure that the
laptop is connected to the same network as the Bridge.

The Bridge should appear in the “Communication” window in
the bottom right of the software with a red stop sign. If it does
not appear press “Refresh”.

3.2 To set the Bridge House number

The Bridge always has a default House Number of 1.  Before beginning any programming
using the Bridge it is important to first set the House number to match the one used when
creating the Project File. Failure to do so may result in interference with other systems.

- Step 1: Right click on the Bridge in the communications window in the bottom right of
the software. Select “Open in Browser” to open the Bridge webpages.

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- Step 2: Click “configuration” and enter the username and password.

- Step 3: Fill in the “Wireless House Address” to match the project file

- Step 4: Scroll down and press “Save config” to upload the new House Number to the
Bridge.

The Bridge is now ready to be connected. Do this by double clicking on the Bridge as below.

WARNING

If a pop up box appears with a warning about the House number click “Cancel”. This means
there is a conflict between the “Project File House Number” and “Bridge House Number”.

Do not continue programming. Return to Step 1 of this section and resolve the conflict
before continuing.

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3.3 If you cannot connect to the Bridge

If the software cannot connect to the Bridge first restart the software and ensure that it is
fully updated. If the Bridge still does not appear it is most likely a networking issue. If this
problem cannot be solved then the Bridge can be connected to point to point using a
standard ethernet cable.

NB

By default the Bridge is connected via DHCP, this and other network settings can be edited via the
Bridge webpages. It is possible to clear all network settings from a Bridge. Please call Rako technical
support for information on how to do this.

4 Adding the Bridge as a device

Once the Bridge has been successfully connected it will need to be added into the software
as a device.

- Select “File”- “New Device” to open the new device wizard. Choose “Bridge” as the
device to be added.

- Select “Next” on the “Assign to Room” step. No room or channel needs to be
associated to the Bridge.

- Select the Bridge from the list, it will appear if you are successfully connected in the
communications window. Click “Refresh” if it does not appear.

- The Bridge should now appear in the device list with green text and a blue icon. The
device is now assigned.

- Press the “Update Now” button in the centre of the screen to complete setup. If this
does not appear click on the Bridge in the device list.

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