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- Page 1 WIRELESS MODULE USER’S & INSTALLER’S MANUAL AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE...
- Page 2 The warranty can be void if this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer. Every effort has been made to ensure that this manual is complete, accurate and up-to-date. The information contained in it is however subject to change without notice due to further developments. AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Troubleshooting ..................21 Technical Specifications ................ 22 Wiring Diagram ..................24 8.1 Master Wireless Module Powered by an Agri-Alert 9600 ....24 8.2 Auxiliary Wireless Module Powered with a Battery and Transformer ... 25 ANNEXE A DEFINING THE RF PATH ............26 INDEX ...................... -
Page 4: System Overview
1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Agri-Alert Wireless module allows transparent wireless communication of the Agri-Alert 9600 alarm system and its sub-modules between livestock buildings. In all, up to 8 barns (1 master & 7 slaves) can remotely communicate together without having to bury wires underground. -
Page 5: Typical Site
The typical site is composed of a master building and auxiliary buildings. All buildings (or hardwired subnetworks) have a Wireless module to communicate with each other using radio frequency (RF) signals. In all, the Agri-Alert Wireless system allows estab- lishing communication between up to 8 buildings (1 master & 7 slaves) at distances as far as 6,500 feet (2 kilometers). -
Page 6: Typical Installation
AA9600 alarm system and the Wireless module are directly located in the house. HOUSE MASTER BUILDING KP-400 BATTERY WIRELESS MODULE TRANSFO BATTERY AA9600 WIRELESS MODULE AUXILIARY BUILDING BATTERY WIRELESS DEVICE MODULE (TP-800) Figure 3 Typical Installation AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 7: Connecting The Equipment
Additional holes made in the enclosure will void the warranty. Use adequate wire gauges when the Wireless module is placed far from the Agri-Alert sub-modules. Supply Inputs 2.1.1 Master Wireless Module The Master Wireless module is generally powered by the 28V SBI of the AA9600 alarm system. -
Page 8: Auxiliary Wireless Modules
DO NOT CONNECT A BATTERY TRANSFORMER AND TRANSFORMER TO THE WIRELESS MODULE WHEN SUP- PLIED BY AN AGRI-ALERT 9600. Figure 5 Auxiliary Wireless Module’s Supply BATTERY PROTECTION: The system goes in shutdown mode whenever the battery voltage decreases below the shutdown battery threshold. This may happen when the system runs on the standby battery. -
Page 9: Connecting The Earth Ground
IF OUTDOOR CONNECTIONS ARE USED, MOUNT THE ENCLOSURE AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE ENTRY POINT OF THE OUTDOOR WIRING. AN IMPROPER EARTH GROUND CONNECTION IMMEDIATELY VOIDS THE SYSTEM WARRANTY WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 10: Serial Bus Interface (Sbi) Connections
3 SERIAL BUS INTERFACE (SBI) CONNECTIONS Connecting Devices to the Wireless module The serial bus interface is used to connect different Agri-Alert devices together. A shielded twisted pair cable is recommended for this purpose. Each device includes four terminals marked SERIAL BUS and numbered from 1 to 4. Connect all the number 1 terminals together, all the number 2 terminals together, etc. -
Page 11: Installation
Make sure the RF signal is properly received on all Auxiliary Wireless modules before the final fixing of the enclosures on the wall (see section 4.2.4). Figure 10 Mounting Instructions of the Battery’s Cable Holder AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 12: Antenna Installation
3 Seal the PVC end-cap to the rigid PVC pipe with silicone. WALL CROSS SECTION Antenna PLASTIC CLAMP Lightning Arrestor (optional) BUSHING OR WIRELESS SILICONE Bolt & Washer MODULE RF CABLE PVC End-Cap 90° FITTING RF Cable 1/2” Rigid PVC Pipe MIN 6” Figure 11 Antenna Installation AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... - Page 13 6 Connect the antenna to the RF cable connector. DO NOT TWIST THE NON-ROTATABLE SECTION OF THE RF CONNECTOR! 7 Connect the other end of the RF cable to the Wireless module. DO NOT KINK OR OVERTIGHTEN THE RF CABLE AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04...
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Page 14: Antenna Placement
4 to 6 feet higher than the cornice. Make sure the roof does not impede the RF signal transmission. 4 to 6’ CABLE CABLE Auxiliary Wireless Module & Master Wireless Module + AA9600 & other devices other devices Figure 13 Recommended Antenna Position 2 AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 15: Antenna Height
The antenna height must not exceed 4 feet above the roof peak; otherwise, it may become a target for lightning. If you are unable to meet the recommended antenna height requirement, please get professional help. AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 16: Choosing The Mounting Location
Identify the master building. This building is ideally located in the site’s median zone, at equal distance from other buildings. Note that the distance between the Master Wireless module and the Agri-Alert devices must not exceed 500ft (150m). c) Identify the location of the AA9600 (it can either be located in the master building or in the master building’s hardwired subnetwork). - Page 17 CORRECT - No direct Line of sight (LOS) - Direct Line of sight (LOS) - Presence of objects in the path - No object in the path CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT Figure 15 Examples of Antenna Placement AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04...
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Page 18: Verifying The Received Signal Strength Indicator (Rssi)
Position the antenna next to the auxiliary build- ing and verify the received signal strength. Permanent antenna installation can be performed Figure 17 Verifying the Received if at least two RSSI LEDs are lit. Signal Strength AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 19: Verifying The Signal On The Agri-Alert 9600
AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE 4.2.3.2 Verifying the Signal on the Agri-Alert 9600 (Advanced function) On the AA9600 : 1. Press the System key. 2. Enter the installer’s password (9601 by default) and press Enter . 3. Select the PROGRAM AUX’S menu and press Enter. -
Page 20: Controller's Operation
Turns on when the battery voltage is lower than 11 Volts AC ON Turns on when the controller is powered with a valid 16VAC source. Turns on when the controller is supplied by an Agri-Alert 9600 or SBI IN VOLT. when it runs on the battery only. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Other RF signals are emitted in the surrounding area. Wireless module while the Master Try to find out the source of these signals (wireless phones, routers, or Wireless module is turned off. any devices using the ISM 2.4GHz band). AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Antenna RF Cable TNC Male Plug to RP-TNC (Reverse Polarity) Male Jack, 25 feet cable: 1-25 feet LMR-195 (Cable Loss of 4.65dB @ 2.4GHz) Antenna Lighting Arrestor RP Male/Female TNC, 30 kA Multiple strike MAXRAD Model: MLP24RPC AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... - Page 23 Point to Multipoint with Broadcast support & packet validation RF Data Rate 80 kbps (Half duplex, with Acknowledge) Radio model Aerocomm model: AC4424-200 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Wireless Module: 0°C to+50°C Antenna & RF Cable only: -40°C to +50°C Water Resistant AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04...
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Page 24: Wiring Diagram
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Page 25: Auxiliary Wireless Module Powered With A Battery And Transformer
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Page 26: Annexe A Defining The Rf Path
985 ft (300m) 10 ft (3m) as shown below. 165 ft (50m) and lower 7 ft (2m) Table 2 RF Clearance Figure 18 Antenna Height vs Distance Between Buildings AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... -
Page 27: Index
End of line identification 10 House 6 Jumpers End of line jumpers 10 KP-400 see Devices KPB-400 see Devices LB-9600 see Devices LEDs LED Meaning 19 Lightning arrestor Earth ground connection 9 Location 12 Ligths see Leds AGRI-ALERT WIRELESS MODULE rev.04... - Page 28 M 890-00031 rev. 04 REV. 03...
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