There are two models of the Captis - the Captis Multi and the Captis Pulse. The Captis Multi can be connected to a wide range of sensors through a variety of input types. The Captis Pulse can receive pulse and switch inputs. The Captis Pulse can be connected to one or two sensors.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 CAPTIS TECHNICAL INFORMATION CAPTIS MULTI 1x Analogue Input 0 - 2.5VDC 12 Bits (Resolution of ADC) 2x Digital Input Passive Suitable for Reed SW + Open Collector + Dry Contact Maximum Pulse Frequency 500Hz Sensor Minimum Open Resistance 1.25MΩ...
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 Figure 3 Captis dimensions top view Figure 2 Captis dimensions front view Rev 1.0...
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 INSTALLATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before starting this installation, you will need the following items: • The contents of the Captis box. • The sensor that will be connected to the Captis • Appropriate mounting devices and tools.
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 Figure 5 Captis showing magnet • External Antenna (supported models) The supplied external antenna is an LTE paddle antenna with adhesive mount. Other types of external LTE antennas may be supplied. Figure 6 Captis externally mounted LTE antenna...
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 INSTALLING THE CAPTIS Note: Do not install the Captis in its final location before going through the Registration procedure as you may need to have access to the device. Attach external Wire the Asses installation...
TERMINATING THE SENSOR CAPTIS MULTI The Captis Multi is provided with an 18 core cable that can be connected to one or many different types of sensors and measurement devices at one time. Use the table below to determine how to wire the connections between the Captis Multi and the sensor.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 If you require guidance connecting your specific sensors, please contact mIoT at miot.com.au/contact CAPTIS PULSE The Captis Pulse is provided with a 4 core cable that can be connected either one or two sensors and measurement devices.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 INSTALLING THE EXTERNAL ANTENNA Note: This step is only applicable if your device supports an external antenna Connect an LTE antenna to the device’s external SMA connector. Make sure not to over tension the antenna screw.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 REGISTERING THE CAPTIS Before registering the Captis, you must: • Wire the sensor. • If your device supports an external antenn, ensure that it is connected. Figure 9 Registering the Captis overview Note: The Captis device does have to be installed in its final location before registration.
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 c. Enter the serial number from the label of the Captis. d. If this device is part of a group, select that group from the drop-down menu. e. Click Next to register the device.
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 3. A magnet is provided with the Captis. Place the magnet between the two LEDs on the label for 3-5 seconds. The device will wake up and attempt to connect to the network. 4. Check the STATUS and CELLULAR LEDs to confirm that the device is powered, and a network connection has been established.
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 b. You will see the Captis sub-menu. c. Select Captis Configuration from the Captis sub-menu. Rev 1.0...
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 8. Wake up the device, using the magnet. This will download the configuration options from the cloud. TESTING THE CAPTIS The final steps in registering the Captis are to confirm that the sensors are working, and the cellular signal is adequate.
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 2. Wake up the Captis using the magnet. The device will then transmit the recorded data to the cloud platform. 3. Find the device you are testing on the cloud platform. Check that the data has been transmitted, it is accurate, and no alarms have been recorded.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 TROUBLESHOOTING Figure 11 Troubleshooting connection issues Figure 12 Troubleshooting the sensor connection Rev 1.0...
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Install an external LTE antenna CELLULAR LED is device is trying to as provided or recommended by connect to the mIoT. Connect the antenna to the constantly blinking and network with no device’s SMA connector and success. secure the aerial in the vertical...
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Captis Installation Guide October 2018 Problem Symptom Possible cause What to do Mounting location If your device has an internal issues antenna, ensure mounting location has minimal physical obstructions between the device and the signal. See MOUNTING_THE_CAPTIS more information about the mounting location.
Captis Installation Guide October 2018 SERVICING BATTERY REPLACEMENT The battery should only be replaced with a Captis approved battery. Other types of battery will either not provide enough power to function properly or cause damage to the device and/or battery and/or user.
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