STAIRLIFTS GATEWAY

Device Overview

The device features the following ports and indicators:

• SIM Holder
• LTE indicator
• USB-C Power and RPi Image Upload Data Input
• Ethernet Connector
• BLE indicator
• MODE Switch (A/B)
• RST Button
• USB PWR Button
• STAT indicator
• USB A port
• User Button (Connected RPi GPIO-24)
• RPi Boot/Burn Switch (Left position: Boot from eMMC Mode, Right position: RPi Image Upload Mode)
• User LED (Connected RPi GPIO-23)

The Device includes an Ethernet cable and a USB-C Power Adapter, both required to establish the remote connection.

Hardware Setup

• Ensure the RPi Boot/Burn Switch is set to the A (Boot mode) position.
• Connect the Ethernet cable between the Device and your PC/Laptop.
• Power on the device by connecting the USB-C adapter. Wait approximately 30 seconds before proceeding to the next step.

Establishing Connection (in Windows OS)

• Press the Windows Key + R simultaneously to open the Run dialog box.
• Type 'cmd' and press OK to launch a command terminal.
• Enter your ID address and press Enter.
• If prompted with "Are you sure you want to continue connecting '(yes/no)?'", type 'yes' and press Enter.
• Enter your password and press Enter.

Node Connection

• For StairSafe ready stairlifts, connect your StairSafe gateway to power in a location within 30 feet of your stairlift.
• The chosen location should have known cellular coverage.
• If cellular coverage is not available, you may need to connect your StairSafe gateway to your internet router using an Ethernet cable to enable a connection to the StairSafe server.

FAQ

Q1: How to Flash Operating System on the device?

A1: First, turn the MODE Switch to position B (Burn mode for Raspberry Pi). Then, connect the device to your computer using a USB Type C cable.

Q2: Does it require an external antenna for LTE?

A2: You can connect a diversity RX antenna, which provides higher bandwidth in the downlink direction of LTE.

Q3: What should be done if the connection is lost?

A3: Check the device's power supply, Ethernet connection, and cellular connectivity.

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used following the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the receivers.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by the manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment. 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.

RF Exposure Information

The device has been evaluated to meet the general RF exposure requirement. The equipment complies with FCC Radiation exposure limits set forth for a controlled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.