Set The Network Time; Verify The Network Time; Record The Gateway Serial Number; Activate The Network - Geokon GeoNet 8900 Series Instruction Manual

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3. Tighten the cover screws slowly. If an electric screwdriver is used, do not
fully tighten the screws; do the final tightening by hand. Work in a diagonal
pattern.
Important! Make sure the cover seals tightly and evenly.

3.2.4 SET THE NETWORK TIME

A Cellular Gateway will set the network time automatically when it connects to
the cellular network. A Local Gateway must have its time set manually using
's "Agent" data collection software.
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Connect the Local Gateway to the computer using the
cable. For RS-232 models, connect the USB cable using the
RS-232 adapter.
Note: For details on setting up a Network in Agent, watch the Agent software
tutorial or refer to the Agent instruction manual. The network will not begin
collecting data until the network time is set.

3.2.5 VERIFY THE NETWORK TIME

Press the Status button to verify that the network time is set. The LEDs should
flash both green and red. If only the red LED flashes:
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For a Cellular Gateway, wait several minutes and try again.
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For Local Gateway, set the network time using Agent.

3.2.6 RECORD THE GATEWAY SERIAL NUMBER

The serial number of the gateway is required when using Agent software and
when commissioning the gateway.

3.3 ACTIVATE THE NETWORK

3.3.1 POWER THE LOGGERS

Power the loggers in a manner similar to the process of powering the gateway.
Do the following:
1. Move the battery select switch to either the
depending on the type of battery being used.
2. Align the positive (+) side of batteries with the + indicator in the battery
holder. Push the batteries down into the holder.
An LED will flash twice, indicating the unit has power.

3.3.2 VERIFY THE NETWORK CONNECTION OF THE LOGGERS

If the gateway is in Deployment mode, the loggers will join the network about 30
seconds after power up, as indicated by the LED(s) on the loggers flashing in
unison with the gateway.
Verify that the LED indicators on the loggers and the gateway are flashing green
only. This may take several minutes depending on network configuration.
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3.4 MOUNTING THE DEVICES

The attached mounting bracket is designed to be used with U-bolts, hose
clamps, screws, etc. Mount all devices vertically, with the antenna pointing up.
recommends a mounting height of at least two meters. Lower than two
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meters may compromise performance; as a rule, higher is usually better.
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