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All information in this manual has been compiled with care. Hanskamp shall not be liable for errors or faults in this manual. The recommendations are meant to serve as guidelines. All instructions, pictures and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information that was available at the time of publication.
2.3.6 Installation Hardware Construction overview Spider Installation in FeedStation Overview SpiderPCB 3.2.1 Assembly examples Spider on FeedStation Walk-In 3.2.2 Expanding the SpiderServer with the SpiderClient 3.2.3 3.2.3.1 Fitting an SF/UTP cable with network connectors Assembly L’port and/or T’port to Spider 3.2.4...
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Extra information Declaration Notifications & FAQ 12.1 Notifications 12.2 Appendices 13.1 Appendix SpiderServer 13.2 Appendix SpiderClient 13.3 Appendix Description parts Hanskamp Antenna 13.4 Appendix FloorAntenna 13.5 Appendix Control motors Accessories Index 5 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
Introduction Spider is of interest for dairy farmers who would like to feed automatically, regardless of company size. The Spider consists of a SpiderServer with SpiderAntennas. It can read 16 Antennas, control 16 feed dispensers, and operate 12 air vents within a 10 m range.
You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your Spider. You must make sure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work in the vicinity of the Spider, knows all the related safety information in this manual.
• Only authorized electricians are permitted to install the electrical power supply for the Spider. • Make sure the electrical grounding of the electrical system and all parts of the Spider meet the local rules and regulations. • Replace any damaged electrical lines, conduits, switches and components immediately.
Read and understand the applicable manual and all safety signs before you connect power supplies to operate or adjust the Spider. • Only trained persons are permitted to maintain the Spider. • Switch off the electrical power supply by pulling the plug out of the power point and secure the plug before you clean or do maintenance on the Spider.
13.2 (SpiderClient). Transport and storage: The box contains: Spider will be shipped in a sealed box. The box is completely sealed with tape and lined 1. SpiderServer 005-100-000 with protective foil on the inside to prevent damage. The Spider shall also be stored in 2.
(art. no. 002-812-000) on the other. Install the SpiderAntenna on the feed trough and run the cable to the Spider unit. Make sure that it is out of reach of the animals (fig. 1). See chapter 3.2.2 for ear and leg recognition.
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An extra data cable (art. no. 005-109-000) is required to SpiderServer SpiderClient connect the Spider to a PC in your home network. Connect the extra data cable to the WAN port on the CarrierBoard and the router in your home network. The Spider can then be accessed through the web browser on any PC in the network.
Spider Feeding computer - Voercomputer - Fütterungscomputer - Logiciel d’alimentation 3.2.2 Assembly examples Spider on FeedStation Walk-In ±10cm Figure 9: Neck recognition: can be mounted directly to the feed trough. Figure 10: Leg recognition: ensure that the EWA Antenna Transformer unit (art.
Cut the SF/UTP cable to size before installation (see fig. 7 on page 13). 3.2.3.1 Fitting an SF/UTP cable with network connectors Hanskamp offers a set with a crimping tool and tester for fitting and testing cables (art. no. 005-166-000). Index 16 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V.
Spider Feeding computer - Voercomputer - Fütterungscomputer - Logiciel d’alimentation 3.2.4 Assembly L’port and/or T’port to Spider Example L’port / T’port Back Example FeedStation Walk-Through FS X brown T’port Back FS X L'port connection diagram (control unit art. no. 002-480-001). If the switch works the other way around, rotate it by 180 degrees.
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White White White Pink Grey Pink Grey Pink Gray Brown Brown Brown Yellow Yellow Green Green Yellow Brown Cut off Cut off yellow Cut off wire yellow yellow wire wire Index 18 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
3.3 Installation in the milking parlour As Spider has 16 Antenna inputs and 16 feed outputs, it can also be used for individual feeding in the milking parlour. Every position can be seen as a feeding station. Please refer to chapter 3.2.1 for instructions on how to connect.
The cable can be run through the side by breaking off the tab on the Antenna (fig. 19). Figure 18: Neck recognition A mounting bracket (art. no. 007-525-000) is available for installing neck recognition. Index 20 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
PC and LAN. Spider can then be accessed via the SpiderConnect app. If you would like to access the user interface from a PC at home or another mobile device, the Spider must be connected to the home network's router and in the Spider to the WAN connection.
The screen will open as shown in figure 3. Configure your feeding station here. Click on ‘Predefined layout’ to choose from the most common formats. Change the address, description and settings if necessary. Index 22 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
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Note! Dispenser no. ‘FEEDER1’ is connected to exit ‘FEEDER1’ on the SpiderPCB. Ensure that a feeder is connected to the number entered. Press ‘TEST’ to check this. Complete these steps for all SpiderPCB’s and click ‘Save’. Index 23 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
Click on ‘Tag tuning’ and then on ‘Start’ (see page 25). − Wait until the tag tuning process is completed. Attention! Do not use RFID interfering materials to realize the distance between the tag and the Antenna. Index 24 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
SpiderPCB parameters. See chapter 4.3.4 on how to change SpiderPCB parameters. 4.3.2 Set factory defaults Reset all parameters to default. 4.3.3 LED test All external LEDs on the Spider unit will be activated. Index 25 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands)
− 30007 RFID LEDS: Set to 1, to activate an extra ‘service’ function in the LED indicator. On the front of the Spider unit, the LED corresponding to the active Antenna turns red. When a transponder is detected, the LED will light up/flash green.
Caution! Ensure that all FloorAntennas are connected and fixed in position. The mounting hardware must not be in contact with surrounding steel (e.g. concrete reinforcement). Position the Spider unit in such a way that the LED lighting on the unit is visible from the point of adjustment. Start de RFID LED’s.
Feeding computer - Voercomputer - Fütterungscomputer - Logiciel d’alimentation 6. Using the LED indicators FEEDER / ANT 1 The unit uses 16 RGB LEDS to indicate the Spider's current process. The following is an overview of the various colours and their meanings. Orange: No communication with processor.
7.2 Backup A backup is made daily and a backup copy will be stored on the server as well as on the USB stick, if present in Spider. A copy of the backup can also be saved to the USB stick later on by clicking 'Download backup copy’. By clicking 'Restore backup', the current database will be overwritten with the backup.
7.3 TAURUS-link with management system TAURUS is the link between the Spider and the management system. The Spider uses the TAURUS-link to send and receive all feeding data to and from the management system. It is recommended to execute the data transmission at the end of every cycle.
To calibrate, go to 'System' 'Calibration'. -> Then click on 'Calibration' and follow the instructions on the screen. Use a (kitchen) scale to weigh the feed. Do this for each feeder. Index 31 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
The animals that have been recognized can be seen via 'Overviews' 'Live monitor' or 'Parlour monitor’. -> E-mails System notifications can also be sent by e-mail if the Spider is connected to the internet. This can be set via 'System' 'E-mails'. ->...
Click on ‘Select file’ and select the file to be loaded. The next screen will open. The data must now be allocated; this can be done by making a selection in the pull-down menu. Index 33 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
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Explanation of the feeding principle Spider ensures a proper distribution of feed throughout the day and monitors the amounts of feed supplied per visit. The amount the cow saves up is available to her throughout the day. The minimum saving amount is adjustable to prevent an animal from getting an infinite chunk.
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Disconnect the Antenna cable from the SpiderPCB (connector). Remove the Antenna and cable. Install the new Antenna; make sure it is the same type: 134.2 kHz or 120 kHz (black). Run the cable into the Spider unit. Ensure that it is out of reach of the animals.
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NEN-EN-IEC 60204-1 NEN-EN-IEC 13849-1 We call your attention to the fact that where a Spider has not been installed in accordance with safety measures in these installation and operating instructions, this declaration of stipulations is null and void and no rights can be derived from this declaration.
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Fix PCB connection Server reboots often The SpiderServer has been restarted more than 3 Problem with power supply times Restarted several times due to e.g. an update Index 38 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V. (The Netherlands) www.hanskamp.nl/en...
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7 Time setting program Check if the time of Spider is correct. If not, adjust it Check if the link with your management program has started/ is running Check if you can approach the Spider via your PC (on which the management program is installed).
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005-107-000 Communication cable between CarrierBoard and SpiderPCB in SpiderServer 005-110-000 SpiderPCB FSCU Controlboard 16 feeders - 16 readers 005-111-000 Spider CarrierBoard with switch, wifi and backup USB 005-112-000 Battery 3v 68mAh 005-113-000 Wifi USB dongle 300Mbps 005-117-000 Spider backup USB...
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001-347-000 Tap bolt M3x6 a2 cross recessed DIN7958 005-102-000 Spider enclosure with cutout 005-103-000 Set with fastening material for Spider enclosure 005-110-000 SpiderPCB FSCU Controlboard 16 feeders - 16 readers 010-282-000 Serial number sticker with CE on housing SpiderServer Index 41 - 46 Hanskamp AgroTech B.V.
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Connector SpiderPCB 5.08mm plug 2-pole 005-162-031 Connector SpiderPCB 3.5mm plug 3-pole 005-162-041 Connector SpiderPCB 3.5mm plug 4-pole 005-167-031 Connector SpiderPCB 5.08mm plug 3-pole 13.3 Appendix Description parts Hanskamp Antenna Article number Description Number 005-145-100 SpiderAntenna 120 kHz black 005-150-200 SpiderAntenna 134.2 kHz green 005-150-300 SpiderAntenna 134.2 kHz blue...
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Article number Description Number 005-165-001 Hanskamp FloorAntenna 005-168-000 Set with fastening material for FloorAntenna 005-175-000 Spider EWA Transformer Antenna in enclosure Article number Description Number 002-054-000 Screw torx 6x60 a2 T25 ve100 002-059-000 Nylon universal plug quattro SX 8mm ve100 011-090-000 Gripseal bag 80x120x0.05mm...
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Possible Feedback Notes SolidState 5 Yes - Standard Standard engine with which Spider was developed. SolidState+ Rather not Old motor - Preferably replace with a SolidState 5. SolidState+ can be used. Connect brown, white and green, and add a 2k2 resistor to green and grey.
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Feeding computer - Voercomputer - Fütterungscomputer - Logiciel d’alimentation 14. Accessories Spider assembly unit (art. no. 004-247-00*); can be used to install the SpiderServer or SpiderClient above the feeding station. As the assembly unit is hollow, remaining cables can be tied up inside it, preventing the animals from reaching them.
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