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  • Page 1 Bullhorn RM4200 Series User Guide RM4200 Series User Guide Proven compliance solutions. Proven compliance solutions. Relentless service.
  • Page 2 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of American Innovations is strictly forbidden. The American Innovations logo and icon, including Bullhorn, are marks of American Innovations, Ltd. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Change Notes ............v HAPTER Getting Started .
  • Page 4 RM4200 Series User Guide Creating Templates ............31 Applying a Template .

  • Page 5: Change Notes

    Change Notes The following list identifies new or updated information included in the current release of this manual: • Chapter 2, RM4210 & RM4211 Installation on page 8: New installation instructions for the RM4211.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 - Getting Started • Chapter 2 - RM4210 & RM4211 Installation • Chapter 3 - Configuration The Bullhorn RM4200 Series User Guide and other related documentation can be downloaded in ® ® ® Adobe PDF format from Bullhorn Web, under the Help menu. Use Adobe...

  • Page 7: Esd Precautions

    RM4200 Series User Guide Table 1-1. Safety and Equipment Symbols Symbol Description Caution — Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage. A potential risk exists if the installation instructions are not followed. Warning —...

  • Page 8: Bullhorn System Overview

    RM4200 Series User Guide Bullhorn System Overview ® Bullhorn is a wireless telemetry system that provides scheduled and by-exception inbound reporting for field equipment typically located in remote areas. Data and alarm packets transmit from remote field locations to your account on the secure Bullhorn Web (https://www.bullhornsys.com) using digital cellular or satellite communication networks.

  • Page 9: Required Tools And Equipment

    Satellite signal strength can be verified before completing installation (refer to Test Satellite Reception, page 21). Only accessories that meet American Innovations specifications may be used with the RM4200 ARNING Series units. Refer to Appendix A, Technical Specifications on page 52 for a list of accessories and requirements.

  • Page 10: Required Hardware And Software

    RM4200 Series User Guide • Installation drawing (provided) Required Hardware and Software To configure a unit in the field, you can use either of the following: • ® ® A computer running Microsoft Windows with the following hardware and software specifications: ®...

  • Page 11: Microsoft .Net Framework

    RM4200 Series User Guide ® To configure RM4210 units for service using the Bullhorn Tools software, you will need Microsoft .NET Framework version 4.0 or higher installed on your computer along with the latest version of Bullhorn Tools. Refer to the Bullhorn Web Help site for links to the software.

  • Page 12: Bullhorn Information Line

    It is also included on the label of the shipping carton. If required, repeat this step to check another unit. Technical Services If you need assistance with the installation or configuration, contact American Innovations Technical Services in any of the following ways. Telephone:...

  • Page 13: Rm4210 & Rm4211 Installation

    Refer to Appendix A, Technical Specifications on page 52 for details on the input ratings, accessories, and part numbers. If the RM4210 or RM4211 are used in a manner not specified by American Innovations, the ARNING protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

  • Page 14: Rm4210 Inputs

    RM4200 Series User Guide RM4210 Inputs The following image shows the input connections and battery placement for the RM4210. Figure 2-2. RM4210 Inputs and Batteries The RM4210 includes the following inputs: • - 100 V max • - 100 V max Native Coupon •...

  • Page 15: Rm4211 Inputs

    — 0.2 A max Switch Preparing for Installation Only accessories that meet American Innovations specifications may be used with the RM4211. ARNING Refer to Appendix A, Technical Specifications on page 52 for a list of approved accessories. RM4210 & RM4211 Installation...

  • Page 16: Electrostatic Discharge

    RM4200 Series User Guide Use the following items as a checklist prior to installing the RM4211: For information regarding safety symbols found on the unit, refer to Safety and Equipment Symbols, page 1. Ensure that the latest version of Bullhorn Tools mobile is installed on the device you plan to use during ®...

  • Page 17: Installation Requirements

    RM4200 Series User Guide Installation Requirements The RM4210 and RM4211 remote monitoring units (RMUs) are designed to be installed on top of a test station using an adapter. The dimensions of the unit and test station adapter are shown below. Figure 2-4.

  • Page 18: Installation Overview

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-5. Satellite Coverage Map Installation Overview If wires are to be buried or covered, conduit must be used to protect wires. ARNING The RM4210 and RM4211 units can be installed in a similar manner, with only a few minor differences. Refer to the specific unit’s installation section for instructions: •...

  • Page 19: Installing The Rm4210

    Technical Services or refer to Appendix B, Optional Installations on page 54. American Innovations recommends using AI part number 211061-000 (Belden 5308UE), or equivalent, for wiring inputs. To ensure a clean stable reading, keep field wiring as short as possible and use shielded twisted pair wire such as Alpha 2463C.
  • Page 20 RM4200 Series User Guide : disconnect the wire from the Switch . For Triton coupon test stations only Slip the test station adapter over and onto the test station. Rotate clockwise to secure the adapter onto the test station. Drop the tether cord attached to the RM4210 down into the test station. Ensure the tether end catches across the diameter of the test station.
  • Page 21 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-8. Battery Bracket and Battery Placement Connect the 8-pin terminal to the corresponding connection on the RM4210 board. Figure 2-9. RM4210 8-pin Connector connect a solar panel or DC input to the DC/Solar connector on the RM4210 board. Refer to OPTIONAL: Appendix B, Optional Installations on page 54 for instructions.
  • Page 22 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-10. Battery Connections Connect the larger, round battery to the P4 connection. Connect the bundled pair of batteries to the P3 connection. The RM4210 makes a clicking sound after connecting the batteries. This is a normal function and indicates the unit is powered on.

  • Page 23: Installing The Rm4211

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-11. Adapter with Blue Sticker for Alignment with Unit Dome Secure the unit by tightening the screws. Do not twist the dome on the adapter if the cut-outs do not line up with the screws. Lift MPORTANT the dome off of the adapter and replace it in the correct position.
  • Page 24 RM4200 Series User Guide American Innovations recommends using AI part number 211061-000 (Belden 5308UE), or equivalent, for wiring inputs. To ensure a clean stable reading, keep field wiring as short as possible and use shielded twisted pair wire such as Alpha 2463C.
  • Page 25 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-13. Test Station Adapter The RM4211 can also be attached to the test station’s riser post with a circular clamp and adjustable bracket. Install the batteries into the bracket inside the RM4211. Secure with strap. Figure 2-14.
  • Page 26 RM4200 Series User Guide Connect the 8-pin terminal to the connection on the RM4211 board. Figure 2-15. RM4211 8-pin Connector connect a solar panel or DC input to the DC/Solar connector on the RM4211 board. Refer to OPTIONAL: Appendix B, Optional Installations on page 54 for instructions. Connect the two battery connectors to the battery connections on the RM4211 board.
  • Page 27 RM4200 Series User Guide If you are unsure of satellite coverage or if the unit is placed in an area that is heavily covered by foliage, first check satellite reception by completing the steps in the Testing Satellite Reception section. When finished, complete the installation procedures.

  • Page 28: Testing Satellite Reception

    RM4200 Series User Guide Testing Satellite Reception Before completing the final installation, you can ensure that the RM4210 or RM4211 has adequate satellite signal to communicate with the Bullhorn Web account using Bullhorn Tools. If reception is minimal, the unit may not be able to send information to the website.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    RM4200 Series User Guide Click or tap Refresh to get current unit settings, including the satellite signal strength ( Radio SNR ). If using Bullhorn Tools Mobile, or tap to see Radio SNR. Click or tap Send Test Message to update the Radio SNR reading. To ensure proper communication with the satellite, the Radio SNR reading should be at least 40 dB .

  • Page 30: Configuration

    Configuration Unit configuration can be done using Bullhorn Tools, which is available in a software version or a mobile app. Before beginning the configuration process, determine which version of Bullhorn Tools you will need to configure your unit: • RM4210 units can be configured with either version of Bullhorn Tools. •...

  • Page 31: Activating The Unit

    RM4200 Series User Guide Click > > Start Programs Microsoft ActiveSync Click > . If enabled, click to remove the check mark and disable COM port, USB, File Connection Settings and network options. Click to close Connection Settings. Click > to exit ActiveSync.

  • Page 32: Configuring The Rm4210 With Bullhorn Tools Software

    RM4200 Series User Guide Configuring the RM4210 with Bullhorn Tools Software After the unit has been activated, open Bullhorn Tools. Use Bullhorn Tools to complete the following configuration tasks on the unit: • Viewing Unit Information — The main Bullhorn Tools Unit Overview window displays current unit information, Readings measurements, test message status, battery data, over-current relay status, transmission schedule, and coupon information.

  • Page 33: Viewing Unit Information

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-2. Connect to Unit The Unit Overview window displays. Click Refresh to update Readings. Figure 3-3. RM4210 Unit Overview Window Viewing Unit Information Use the following steps to check unit and communications information: Click the name of the unit in the navigation pane to view Readings, Test Message Status, Power, Relay States, Unit Information, Reporting, Test Coupon, and Triton Coupon panes.

  • Page 34: Sending A Test Message

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-4. Unit Overview Click to get latest unit and communications information. Refresh Click to view measurements with the coupon size applied. Scaling Sending a Test Message Complete the following steps to send a test message to the Bullhorn Web account: Click or click Send Test Message...
  • Page 35 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-6. Test Message Status - Waiting for Radio During the transmission the message updates to Transmission in Progress. When the test message has been successfully sent, the status updates to Transmission Successful. Figure 3-7. Test Message Status - Transmission Successful A packet is sent to your Bullhorn Web account with current data point information.

  • Page 36: Working With Templates

    RM4200 Series User Guide If the test message fails to send, communication has not been established with the server. Click MPORTANT again to send another test packet. If communication cannot be established after several Send Test Message attempts, please call Technical Support for assistance. Working with Templates After configuring a unit, the settings can be saved in a template.

  • Page 37: Exporting Or Deleting Templates

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-10. Template Management Click Cancel to close the Template Management window. Click > File Load Template From the Apply Template window, select a saved template from the list. Select template Click to save settings or to reset all fields.
  • Page 38 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-12. Select Template The settings used with the template display. Figure 3-13. Template Settings Verify unit settings, then click Apply Configuration...

  • Page 39: Setting Transmission And Measurement Schedules

    RM4200 Series User Guide Setting Transmission and Measurement Schedules The transmission schedule determines when and how often the measurements (stored in a data log) are transmitted to your Bullhorn Web account. However, measurements will also be sent to your account before the data log exceeds the memory limit allowed on the unit.
  • Page 40 RM4200 Series User Guide Complete the following steps to schedule when the unit will send unit information to your account: Click to open the Reporting & Power window. Reporting & Power Figure 3-15. Reporting & Power Window For the transmission settings, select an interval from the drop-down list.
  • Page 41 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-16. Day of Month Selection for Transmission interval, select a day from the drop-down list. Weekly Day of Week Figure 3-17. Day of Week Setting for Transmission To create Measurement Schedule 1 and/or Measurement Schedule 2 for when measurements will be taken, select an interval from the drop-down list.

  • Page 42: Setting Battery Information

    Save Cancel Setting Battery Information Battery information includes an installation date and battery type. This information is set when the unit is manufactured at American Innovations. Complete the following steps to edit battery information: Click Reporting & Power The Reporting & Power window displays.
  • Page 43 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-20. Reporting & Power Window Enter or select an installation date in the field. Battery Install Date Select a battery type from the field. The default is Battery Type Lithium Ion Click to save settings or to clear all fields.

  • Page 44: Editing Settings For Coupon, Transducer, And Instant Off

    RM4200 Series User Guide Editing Settings for Coupon, Transducer, and Instant Off The Settings window includes settings for the following components: • Test and Triton coupons — coupon size, AC current density alarm, and an alarm value. • AC Drain Current Transducer Settings: –...

  • Page 45: Selecting Reading Measurement Schedules

    RM4200 Series User Guide Enable or disable the for the coupon. AC Current Density Alarm Enter or adjust the . This is the value at which an alarm is sent to your Bullhorn Web Alarm Value account. If a transducer is installed with the test station, enter or adjust the values in both the Input Max fields.

  • Page 46: Resetting Over-Current

    RM4200 Series User Guide Select schedules for either Test Cpn AC Current Density or Triton AC Current Density. Setting schedules for both AC current density readings will affect how the measurement is reported and will result in inaccurate data. Click to save settings or to clear all fields.
  • Page 47 RM4200 Series User Guide If the test coupon relay (Test Cpn Relay) is tripped due to an over-current condition, the relay goes into an Open state and displays in the Relay States pane as in alarm (gray bubble turns to red). Also, the test coupon’s AC and DC current density readings will not display, and the AC and DC pipe-to-soil and instant off readings display as INVALID in both Bullhorn Tools and the Bullhorn Web account.
  • Page 48 RM4200 Series User Guide • Last Alarm/Event Packet field in left pane (shows date and time) • Activity, Alerts (if the alert is enabled), and/or Incoming Packets tabs The Triton relay (Triton Relay) is normally in an Open state and only changes state when taking a measurement. If an over-current condition occurs, preventing the Triton relay from closing during the measurement, the relay will go into an alarm state.

  • Page 49: Upgrading Firmware

    RM4200 Series User Guide Upgrading Firmware Available upgrades to the RM4210 firmware can be applied to the unit. Contact Technical Services at 800-229- 3404 for the latest firmware. Complete the following steps to upgrade firmware: Click > Action Upgrade Firmware Click to search for the firmware file.

  • Page 50: Connecting To The Unit

    RM4200 Series User Guide • Scaling — Scaling can be applied to all the Readings’ values except Instant Off CH1. When enabled, scaling applied to the measured valu e based off of the Scaled Maximum and Scaled Minimum values entered. •...

  • Page 51: Sending A Test Message

    RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-28. Firmware Update Complete On the Search screen, tap the name of the unit and then OK on the pop-up message window. Optionally, tap Auto Refresh toggle to enable the app to automatically refresh screens after completing an action.

  • Page 52: Applying Templates

    RM4200 Series User Guide Tap Create Template. Applying Templates To apply a saved template, tap the name of the template to open a preview screen that displays the template’s settings. Tap Apply Template to apply template settings to unit. Tap OK in the dialog box to apply this template. When the template has been applied, tap OK in the Template Applied dialog box.
  • Page 53 RM4200 Series User Guide • When a value is changed for a Reading or alarm, the field name will display in italics as a way of noting that it has been edited. • Values entered in input settings and alarm settings have relationships between their values. Be aware of how each setting impacts other settings.

  • Page 54: Switching Over-Current

    RM4200 Series User Guide Tap Update when finished. at the top of the screen to return to the previous screen. Repeat for each Reading as needed. Switching Over-Current If a relay is in an alarm state and needs to be reset, tap Reset Over-Current on the main unit configuration screen.

  • Page 55: Viewing Battery Information

    RM4200 Series User Guide For Weekly interval, tap Day of Week and select the weekday when the transmission will be sent. Tap Update to apply changes. at the top of the screen to return to the previous screen. Viewing Battery Information Current battery status and DC input voltage are displayed at the top of the main unit information screen.

  • Page 56: Exit Bullhorn Tools

    RM4200 Series User Guide • model • serial number • firmware version • latitude • longitude • SNR (communication reading) • Bullhorn Tools Mobile app information Tap Email Support to send an email to Technical Services. The email will include unit information and the current session’s log file.

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications The following technical specifications cover the RM4210 and RM4211 units, as well as the included and optional accessories. • Environmental conditions: – Outdoor use only – Maximum altitude: 3,000 m ˚ ˚ – Temperature range: -30 C to +60 ˚...
  • Page 58 RM4200 Series User Guide • Accessories: – Included:  test point adapter (part number 131403-001) With the RM4210 – wiring harness, including 8-pin connector (part number 626583-001)  With the RM4211 – wiring harness, including 8-pin connector (part number 626662-000) ...

  • Page 59: Optional Installations

    If you plan to install a power supply or solar panel, especially at a rectifier or bond, take special MPORTANT precautions to prevent stray current from affecting the Bullhorn RMU. American Innovations recommends using a high energy surge arrester if installing the unit on a rectifier. Contact Technical Services at 800-229-3404 or techservices@aiworldwide.com...

  • Page 60: Installing The Selectable Current Transducer

    RM4200 Series User Guide • A multiple-pole circuit breaker shall interrupt all neutral and ungrounded connectors of mains supply simultaneously. • Equipment intended for permanent connection to the mains shall have provisions for connection of a wiring system in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, NEC, with CSA C22.1, CEC, Part I or with both, as appropriate.

  • Page 61: Installing And Connecting A Power Supply

    RM4200 Series User Guide Select the setting on the selectable current transducer selector switch to greater than the current maximum output on the PCR. For example, if the maximum PCR current is 55 amps, set the selectable current transducer selector switch to 60. Figure B-3.

  • Page 62: Installing And Connecting A Solar Panel

    RM4200 Series User Guide Mount the AC/DC power supply or solar panel. Typically, the power supply is installed inside the rectifier enclosure. Figure B-5. AC/DC Power Supply Connect the power supply’s wires to the AC power source (neutral, white to white; and hot, AC Input black to black).
  • Page 63 RM4200 Series User Guide Mount the solar panel on an available pole or structure. Figure B-7. Solar Panel Tilt the solar panel angle bracket so the glass panel faces south for maximum sun exposure. Connect the solar panel battery charger cable to the connection on the RMU.

  • Page 64: Installing The Adjustable Mounting Bracket

    RM4200 Series User Guide Installing the Adjustable Mounting Bracket RM4210 or RM4211 units can be installed on a pole or a flat surface by using an adjustable mounting bracket. This option may be used if the unit is not installed on a test station or if the installation location has limited satellite reception.
  • Page 65 RM4200 Series User Guide After activating the unit and opening Bullhorn Tools, adjust the angle of the bracket, as necessary, to acquire satellite signal (refer to Test Satellite Reception, page 21). Figure B-10. Adjustable Bracket Optional Installations...

  • Page 66: Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices The following regulatory notices pertain to the Bullhorn remote monitoring units included in this User Guide: • FCC Requirements • CE Certification • Export Control Classification Number FCC Requirements The following FCC requirements are met by the products described in this guide. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 67 RM4200 Series User Guide • No Classification ECCN Classification: • EAR99 or NLR ECCN Code: Regulatory Notices...

  • Page 68: Glossary

    Glossary The following table is an alphabetical list of technical terms and Bullhorn Tools fields. Table D-1. Glossary of Technical Terms Term Definition Bullhorn Tools Program used to read measurements, set alarms, and view unit information. Firmware Version number of the firmware currently installed on the unit. Global Positioning System.

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