Section 1 - Introduction; Overview - Canary MLBase User Manual

Section 1 ‒ Introduction
Section 1 ‒ Introduction

1.1 Overview

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The Canary Systems MLBase is the communication station for the point-to-multipoint, programmable wireless
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MLRemote systems. This system consists of two components, a base communications station (CAN-MLBase) and
one or more wireless remotes (CAN-MLRemote).
Each network of MLRemotes communicate with a single MLBase. Multiple networks, each with their own MLBase
can be deployed.
A view of the MLBase enclosure is shown below:
Offline Mode and SD Card
The MLBase ships with a 32GB SD card already inserted into the MLBase module. The SD card allows the MLBase
to collect and store raw data from all MLRemotes on the network, as well as to store program updates prior to being
sent to the MLRemote stations.
This is ideal for units in remote locations with unreliable Wi-Fi connectivity, improving data collection with virtually no
gaps. The 32GB SD card can hold months to years' worth of raw data, depending on the number of MLRemotes on
the network and program size of each MLRemote.
System Measurements
The MLBase is capable of reading its own panel temperature, humidity using a built-in digital humidity sensor, solar
and battery current, and recording the status of a switch closure input.
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