1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. AfiMilk Manuals
  4. Controller
  5. AfiPass II
  6. Installation manual

AfiMilk AfiPass II Installation Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide
AfiPass II
Installation
Guide
Release Date | January 27, 2021

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the AfiPass II and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for AfiMilk AfiPass II

  • Page 1 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide AfiPass II Installation Guide Release Date | January 27, 2021...
  • Page 2 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5 Mounting the Components ....................... 9 Mounting the Antennas ......................10 Positioning the Antenna ............................11 Positioning the Brackets............................12 Attaching the Brackets ............................15 Mounting the AfiPass II Controller ....................16 AfiPass II Controllers – Mounting Locations ......................16 Mounting Process ........................19...
  • Page 4 AfiPass II Control PCB Connections ........................25 Connectors and Functions ........................... 27 Finalizing the Wiring Connections ....................31 8 Setting AfiPass II Addresses and Calibrating Antennas ............. 32 Opening Test Mode ........................33 Setting Device Addresses ......................34 Calibrating the Antennas ......................35 Setting Transmission Power and Reception Range ..............

  • Page 5: About This Guide And Scope

    Any person installing and operating AfiPass II must be authorized to do so, after receiving appropriate training for proper usage of the machine and equipment and all related risks. • Never install AfiPass II if you are not sufficiently authorized and trained to do so, nor allow it to be used by unauthorized persons.

  • Page 6: High Power Safety Precautions

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Do not flush the electrical or electronic equipment with water or any other liquid. • It is the responsibility of the operator to operate and maintain the system in accordance to all •...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    AfiPass II is based on the principle of radio frequency identification (RFID) and refers to automatic identification of animals using ISO 11874/5 compatible passive ID tags (without batteries). AfiPass II supports a per stall ID system and walk through ID systems per the configurations officially released by Afimilk. AfiPass II supports the following setups: Parlor stall ID - per the defined models of: •...

  • Page 8: Prerequisite Considerations

    All cows on the farm must have their tags attached to the ear on the same side. This is important for establishing the location of the antennas. AfiPass II supports ISO standard HDX passive ID tag types (ISO 11784/5). Parlor Electrical Grid - Grounding Requirements Potential difference between ground and zero: ≤...

  • Page 9: Ordering Components

    Other equipment required (may be sourced separately or locally). Ordering AfiPass II Controller System The number of AfiPass II Controllers required is determined by the number of ID stalls in the milking parlor. Each device supports up to 5 stall antennas. Therefore, multiple AfiPass II Controllers are required to set-up a full milking parlor.
  • Page 10 (see Table 2). Selecting the antenna type will also need to take into consideration optimal mounting locations (see Chapter 5.1): 2 – Selecting AfiPass II Stall External Module 50 or 40 Table AfiPass II Stall External Module 50 AfiPass II Stall External Module 40 The 50 cm antenna has a larger range;...

  • Page 11: Sourcing Antenna Brackets

    For further details, contact Afimilk support. Ordering Transformers (Requirements) The AfiPass II system requires an isolating transformer that supplies power only to the AfiPass II Controllers. The size of this transformer depends on the number of controllers it powers.

  • Page 12: Ordering Replacements Parts

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Table 4 - Transformer Picture Name Description Power transformer 230/24 -27 VAC OR 110/24 VAC. 5009401 May be sourced locally. Ordering Replacements Parts The following can be ordered as required: Table 5 – Ordering Replacements...

  • Page 13: Understanding Installation Workflow

    Mount the devices (see Chapter 5). Lay the cables (see Chapter 6). Wire the system (see Chapter 7). Set Device Addresses and Antenna Calibration (see Chapter 8). Configure AfiPass II in AfiControl (see Chapter 9). First time use (see Chapter 10).

  • Page 14: Mounting The Components

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide 5 Mounting the Components Mount the AfiPass II components according to the steps below. Mounting the Antennas Confirm the environment provides an option to mount the antenna, where the cables and antenna are protected from animals and surrounding elements (such as constant exposure to water/steam).

  • Page 15: Positioning The Antenna

    Figure 1 – Antenna ID Range (Side and Front Views) Antenna range is adjustable via the AfiPass II Controller (see Chapter 8.4). Increasing the transmission power increases the ID range on each side of the antenna. In turn, this increases the distance available for the antenna to successfully detect the ID Tag.

  • Page 16: Positioning The Brackets

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Positioning the Brackets The parlor setup affects the antenna position and brackets required for installing the antennas. The examples below provide a range of bracket design and installation locations to suit various parlor setups.
  • Page 17 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Top View Front View Side View Note: In vertical lift rapid exit solutions, special consideration must be given to protecting the antenna cables from bending when the rail is lifted/lowered during operation, and from contact with the cows, see APPENDIX 1 for solutions to this.
  • Page 18 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Example 3: Herringbone (with/without Feed) without Rapid Exit In straight line parlors (with no Rapid Exit), side walls can be used for mounting the antennas in front of the cows' heads, so they are centered to the ears with the tags.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Brackets

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide 40cm Antenna Bracket Design and Attachment for Wall Mounting There are examples where it may be appropriate to use the 40 cm antennas on a wall mounting. If these antennas are used, position them at the cow's head height Herringbone Parlor –...

  • Page 20: Mounting The Afipass Ii Controller

    Mounting the AfiPass II Controller Choose appropriate mounting locations for the AfiPass II Controllers. The locations should meet the following conditions: Mounting stability - the AfiPass II devices require a stable structure (such as a wall or • overhead beam) on which to mount.
  • Page 21 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Placement of Components Example 1 Layout: Figure 3 shows the default system layout for a 2X12 Parallel parlor, where the number of stalls does not divide equally into groups of 5. The excess stalls on each side of the parlor are connected by default to a common device for both sides at the end of the parlor.
  • Page 22 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Example 2 Layout: In parlors where the number of stalls does not divide equally into groups of 5, and the excess number of stalls on both sides of the parlor exceeds 5 stalls, a device on each side should be installed (see Figure 4).

  • Page 23: Mounting Process

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Mounting Process Every AfiPass II Controller is provided with two support plates on the back, see Figure 5 below. The box can hang from the support plates. Alternatively, the support plates can be attached to the box “upside-down”, and the plates can support the box above the point of attachment to the wall or...

  • Page 24: Laying The Cables

    Use the appropriate cables and lay them according to your specific layout as described below. Note: Lay the AfiPass II system cables in a separate cable trough designated for Afimilk systems service lines. Make sure the cables do not come close to other external cable systems, especially frequency convertors (VSD).
  • Page 25 1. Lay the communication cable between the AfiPass II Controller and the computer. 2. Lay the communication cables between all the AfiPass II Controllers at the parlor. 3. Lay the power cable from the power transformer towards the AfiPass II Controllers.

  • Page 26: Wiring The System

    Device #1 must also be connected to the antennas of stalls #1 to #5. Inserting Cables into the AfiPass II Controller Once the cables are placed, insert them into the AfiPass II Controller. AfiPass II Controllers are provided with color-coded grommets. Insert each cable through its appropriate grommet, as described below.
  • Page 27 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide To insert a cable into the controller: 1. Puncture the plug using a small screwdriver or any pointed object. Pull the loosened plug out of the grommet. Caution: Remove a plug only where a cable will replace it. If grommet holes are left open, the box will not be waterproof, and components may be damaged.

  • Page 28: Wiring The Cables To The Connectors

    ANT4 Antenna 5 ANT5 Wiring the Cables to the Connectors The AfiPass II Controller is comprised of the following two separate Electrical PCBs (printed circuit boards): Control PCB mounted to the chassis of the controller's case. • Display PCB mounted to the case's front panel. The two boards are connected via flat cable.

  • Page 29: Afipass Ii Control Pcb Layout

    The control PCB is the main board of the device which contains all functional components and connectors. The following figure shows the connectors and DIP switches on the AfiPass II Controller's Control PCB: Figure 7 - AfiPass II Controller PC Board Layout AfiPass II Control PCB Connections The connectors are numbered and have a prefix J.
  • Page 30 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Connects to Connector Cable Wires for Afimilk source cables Device Connection Either entry II gate wire Either entry II gate wire Input Entry and exit gates Ex.II & En.II (2x2-wire) from side II...

  • Page 31: Connectors And Functions

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Connectors and Functions Wire the cables in the following order: 1. Connect the antenna signal cables, using ferrule type terminators, as follows: 2. Connect the shield wire of the antenna's Coax cable to ANTx Pin 1 (18AWG Ferrule connector).
  • Page 32 PC or previous device) to the PC COMM In connector (J1) on the left edge of the AfiPass II PCB. 7. Connect a standard RS-485 communication cable (output to next device) to the PC COMM Out connector (J2) on the left edge of the AfiPass II PCB. Figure 11 – Communication Cables...
  • Page 33 11. Connect the gate switches to the Main Display Device (device #1): Connect gate switches to J4 and J5 in the AfiPass II (see AfiPass II Control PCB Connections above). These switches must supply a dry contact signal and should be connected as illustrated below, and...
  • Page 34 After the short circuit has been repaired, the power supply is reconnected. Caution: Do not connect the AfiPass II Controller to the same power supply that is used for the Milk Meters. Caution: Do not connect the “ground” wire of the AfiPass II Controller to the main power supply outlet "ground".

  • Page 35: Finalizing The Wiring Connections

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Figure 15 – Wiring Example of the Main Display Device Figure 16 – Wiring Example with Grounding Finalizing the Wiring Connections To finalize the wiring connection after connecting the wires to the connectors: 1.

  • Page 36: Setting Afipass Ii Addresses And Calibrating Antennas

    While in test mode, adjust the required ID range (transmit power level) to ensure accurate tag detection. The above Test Mode operations are undertaken using the AfiPass II Technician Tool and SW1 DIP Switch (see APPENDIX 2 – DIP Switch).

  • Page 37: Opening Test Mode

    Set the AfiPass II Controller Test Mode Operation as follows: To open Test Mode: 1. Disconnect the device from the power supply (J10). 2. On the AfiPass II PC Board turn ON the following SW1 DIP Switches: a. SW1.1 (Buzzer), b. SW1.2 (Test Mode).

  • Page 38: Setting Device Addresses

    Each AfiPass II Controller must be set with its own address number. Note: The AfiPass II Controller Main Display Device must be set as Address 1 to display currently active antenna for the whole parlor, and the status of entry and exit gates.

  • Page 39: Calibrating The Antennas

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Calibrating the Antennas Calibrate each antenna for optimal resonance. To calibrate the antennas: 1. Set the technician's tool to CAL Mode. On the Technician toolbox: a. Turn ON TS1. b. Turn OFF TS2.

  • Page 40: Setting Transmission Power And Reception Range

    Once the calibration process is complete, the antenna reception range may need to be adjusted to prevent ID overlaps between stalls. The AfiPass II Controller allows 17 transmission power levels, -8 to 8 with the default at 0, to increase or decrease the ID range.
  • Page 41 Indication: The RX LED turns on and sound is emitted (if the buzzer is enabled) while the tag is within the ID range of the antenna. Note: The AfiPass II Controller has a built-in safety mechanism that limits the transmission power, so that it doesn't exceed the permitted power levels. If the power level is too high the display will show error message 'ERR 06' and the power level must be decreased.

  • Page 42: Testing Id Range And Troubleshooting

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Testing ID Range and Troubleshooting Test Mode also allow a dedicated continuous transmission mode, similar to the transmission power setting mode, for testing and troubleshooting. The test is done using the Passive Identification tag.

  • Page 43: Returning To Work Mode

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Returning to Work Mode Once the addressing, calibration and transmission processes are complete, the device must be returned to work mode. To set the device in work mode: 1. Disconnect the device from the power supply (J10).

  • Page 44: Configuring The System

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide 9 Configuring the System Once the AfiPass II devices have been correctly installed, the AfiPass II system is configured in AfiControl – Technician View. The AfiPass II system is configured in the AfiControl Technician View.
  • Page 45 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide 5. In the Parlor dialog box that opens, open the Reader Type drop-down list, and then select AfiPass2. 6. Click Add. The site is added in the Configurator.

  • Page 46: Using Afipass - First Time

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide 10 Using AfiPass - First Time The Display panel of the AfiPass II controller provides information about the device and its current status (see Table 11). Table 11 - Display Panel's LED Functionality...

  • Page 47: Gates Indicators

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Description Functionality Color RF INT Indicates the presence of RF interference (noise) in the vicinity of the currently transmitting antenna at the frequency range of the device. The LED indication has 4 levels of interference detection: Level 1 (lowest) –...

  • Page 48: Identifying Faults And Troubleshooting

    PC. is intact, properly connected and wired according to with the devices. spec. Make sure the AfiPass II is not in Test Mode. No LED and/or Display PCB flat Verify that the flat cable leading from the control display indication in...

  • Page 49: Cable Chain For Vertical Lift Chest Bar Stall Work

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide APPENDIX 1 Cable ducting in vertical lift parlors must be robust to withstand contact with cows. Many products are available that provide a solution to this. We recommend ducting within the stall work itself. However, thought must be given to future maintenance and the option for economical rewiring.
  • Page 50 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Note: To extend its viability, Afimilk recommends using supports on both sides of the cable carrier, and to follow the advice of the cable carrier manufacturers. Both sides supported. Recommended for long life of cables...

  • Page 51: Appendix 2 - Dip Switch

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide APPENDIX 2 – DIP Switch The AfiPass II Controller contains the following DIP switches (see Figure 19 and Table 12). Figure 19 – DIP Switches Table 12 – Box DIP Switch SW1 Specifications...
  • Page 52 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Switch Entry Details Picture Matches TS 1 functionality in the SW 1.4 technician tool. Matches TS 2 functionality in the SW 1.5 technician tool. SW 1.6 –1.8 Reserved for future use.

  • Page 53: Contacting Technical Support, Help Desk

    Copyright © 2020 Afimilk Ltd., All Rights Reserved Disclaimer This document contains proprietary information of Afimilk Ltd. and may not be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of Afimilk Ltd. No part of this document may be reproduced, translated, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form and by any means, electronic, mechanical, photographic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Afimilk Ltd.

  • Page 54: Certification

    For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Certification...
  • Page 55 For Technicians | AfiPass II Installation Guide Afimilk Ltd. Kibbutz Afikim, 1514800, Israel Phone: +972 4 6754811 | www.afimilk.com...

Table of Contents