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CommBox
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Ag/MIS/UmGb-2595-05/18 Rev 1.7
P/N: 116597
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  • Page 1 CommBox Manual for use and maintenance CommBox Internet Access Ag/MIS/UmGb-2595-05/18 Rev 1.7 P/N: 116597...
  • Page 2 Munters reserves the right to effect modifications to the apparatus in accordance with technical and legal developments. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.5 Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3.6 Connecting the CommBox to a Communicator ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3.7 Connecting the CommBox to a Controller or RLink ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.7.1 Controller to Junction Box Connection ..................3.7.2 Comm-Box to Junction Box Wiring ....................
  • Page 4 Local Users ............................ 30 6.1.1.4 Data Collect ..........................30 6.1.1.5 Activity Log ............................ 31 6.1.2 House Scan Tab ..........................6.1.3 Diagnostics Tab ........................... 6.1.4 About Tab ............................. 6.2 User Settings ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6.3 Software Upgrade ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WARRANTY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37 © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The information contained herein has been prepared by qualified experts within Munters. While we believe the information is accurate and complete, we make no warranty or representation for any particular purposes. The information is offered in good faith and with the understanding that any use of the units or accessories in breach of the directions and warnings in this document is at the sole discretion and risk of the user.

  • Page 6: Introduction To The Commbox

    • Local communication via wired or wireless communication • Status reports provide critical information on house functions and animal statistics • Push notifications In addition, CommBox can act as an add-on for users wanting to add web-access to legacy Communicator units. 2.1 Ordering Each CommBox has one of two software packages: •...

  • Page 7: Hardware Installation

    3 Hardware Installation This document details how to install Munters' CommBox unit. Installation consists of: • CommBox Ports • Mounting the CommBox • Grounding • Connecting the CommBox to the Internet • Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device • Connecting the CommBox to a Communicator •...

  • Page 8: Mounting The Commbox

    External box cable connectors Audio out 3.2 Mounting the CommBox • Using the screws provided, mount the unit. 3.3 Grounding • Connect the ground cable to the dedicated ground terminal. CAUTION The CommBox must be grounded at all times! © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 9: Connecting The Commbox To The Internet

    3.5 Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device If required, connect a screen or mouse to the CommBox (via the USB/HDMI ports). NOTE Connect the screen to the CommBox using an HDMI cable only. Do not use any other type of cable and an HDMI adapter.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Commbox To A Controller Or Rlink

    3.7 Connecting the CommBox to a Controller or RLink The only step in installing a CommBox that requires wiring is if the CommBox is connected directly to a controller (instead of a Communicator). In this situation the CommBox must be wired to the controller communication card, via the Junction Box.
  • Page 11 1. Connect the wiring as follows: • COM to COM • The CommBox TX port is connected to Controller's RX port. • The CommBox RX port is connected to Controller's TX port. 2. The cable between the CommBox and the controller should be a 3 Wire Shielded Cable (22 AWG minimum).
  • Page 12 (22 or 24 AWG). 2. Connect the wiring as follows: • COM to COM • The CommBox A port is connected to Controller's A port. • The CommBox B port is connected to Controller's B port.

  • Page 13: Comm-Box To Junction Box Wiring

    3 wire twisted shielded cable (22 or 24 AWG). 2. Connect the wiring as follows: • COM to COM • The CommBox A port is connected to Controller's A port. • The CommBox B port is connected to Controller's B port.
  • Page 14 Figure 6: Comm-Box power supply wiring 1. Insert the Junction Box 9-Pin Connector into COM1 (Figure 6). Figure 7: Insert 9 Pin Connector 2. Insert the two wires coming from the Junction Box cable into the ports (Figure 7). © Munters AB, 2020...
  • Page 15 (#3) in the port as shown in Figure 7. Place both black cables into the ports as shown in Figure 7; either cable can be placed in either port. Figure 9: Power Supply – Comm-Box – Junction Box Setup © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 16: Wiring Topology

    3.7.4 W IRING OPOLOGY When connecting the CommBox to controllers via an RS-485 infrastructure, use one of the following allowed topologies to ensure signal integrity. Figure 10: Direct connections Figure 11: T-Junction (permitted) Figure 12: T-Junction (not permitted) When using RS-232, there is no restriction on the distance between the T-Junction and the NOTE: controller.

  • Page 17: Termination Topologies

    3.7.5.1 Termination Topologies Figure 13: Topology 1: CommBox/House Termination Figure 14: Topology 2: House Terminiation The following two topologies require Munters RS-485 Repeaters. CAUTION Install the repeater within one meter of the CommBoxT-Box Figure 15: House and Repeater Termination © Munters AB, 2020...
  • Page 18 Figure 16: House and Multiple Repeaters Termination Figure 17: RLink One and House Termination NOTE When using an RLINK One, refer to the RLINK One Manual for detailed information on RLINK One termination. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 19: Termination Wiring

    3.7.5.2 Termination Wiring • CommBox: Install the termination resistor in the Junction Box. Figure 18: Junction Termination • Repeaters: Move the S2 dipswitch on the Output card to ON. Figure 19: Repeater Termination © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    Main supply voltage fluctuation up to 5% • Overvoltage category: OVCII • Pollution degree: PD2 • Ingress Protection: IPXO • Housing Metal Box Dimensions (W x H x D) 162 x 26 x 150 mm (without wall-mount bracket) Certification (Class A) © Munters AB, 2020...
  • Page 21 Indoor use only • Altitude: -400 m to 2000 m • Relative Humidity: 0 – 90% • Main supply voltage fluctuation up to 5% • Overvoltage category: OVCII • Pollution degree: PD2 • Ingress Protection: IP50 • © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 22: Group Management

    5 Group Management When using the CommBox to connect to your farm(s), you must: • create a group • define user rights NOTE A group is the virtual device used to manage your farms. Using the RotemNet Web application, the group manager defines each user's permissions (which farms he can see and what functions he can carry out).

  • Page 23: Activating The Group

    Click Cancel if the CommBox isn't connected 4. A second pop-up appears, asking if you want to connect to the Web. o Click on the Connect to Web to connect your CommBox to the web. This enables remote monitoring and control.

  • Page 24: Log In

    Figure 21: Create a New User Screen 2. Fill in all fields. 3. Click Create a User. The following screen appears. Figure 22: Sign In Screen (Example) NOTE To disconnect from the web, click the Disconnect button (refer to page 29). © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 25: Attaching The Farm To A Group

    • Check the radio box next to the group to which you want to attach your farm and click Attach to Group. Figure 24: Attach Farm to Group Screen • To add an additional group, type in the Group Name and click Add a Group. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 26: Local Log In

    • CommBox logs off (this can happen automatically if you are not using system) • Power goes off you need to log on to the CommBox locally. The username and password of this login are different from the ones used when logging on to the Web.

  • Page 27: Rotemnet Web

    • Software Upgrade After signing in, the following screen appears: • Click on House to go to the Platinum Touch functions. • Click on to configure RotemNet Web functionality. • Click on to configure the user definitions. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 28: Rotemnet Web Functionality

    CommBox • Local Users • Data Collect • Activity Log 6.1.1.1 Farm Settings Use this screen to define functions related to CommBox’s connection to your farm. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 29: Push Notifications

    Log-in screen (refer to Log In, page 24). NOTE This function only appears on screens locally connected to the CommBox. • Farm Type: Poultry or Pigs. Make sure that the definition matches the CommBox type! • Baud rate: This rate must be the same throughout the network.

  • Page 30: Local Users

    6.1.1.3 Local Users NOTE This tab and screen only appear when connected directly to the CommBox (meaning not via the web). This screen lists pre-assigned user names and passwords. • Each user name and password is the same. For example, User 1’s password is User 1. User 2’s password is User 2.

  • Page 31: Activity Log

    6.1.1.5 Activity Log This screen displays the history of events connected to the CommBox. Under Event, Sub Event, User, and Cmd ID you can select filters to narrow down the results. 6.1.2 H OUSE The House Scan screen: • Shows the results of the house scan.

  • Page 32: Diagnostics Tab

    6.1.3 D IAGNOSTICS CommBox includes a basic diagnostics package. • On the Activation screen click Diagnostics. The following screen appears. • This screen: o Supplies required data when speaking with technical support. o Enables a speed test. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 33: About Tab

    6.1.4 A BOUT This screen displays the product and software version. Send this information to technical support in the even that you require assistance. The Support ID enables remote technical support from Munters or from your dealer. © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 34: User Settings

    Disable or enable standby by mode (if the latter, define the amount of time that needs to pass before the mode is activated). • Click to save any changes. 6.3 Software Upgrade You can upgrade certain software programs from the Web application. • Platinum Touch software • Web application © Munters AB, 2020...
  • Page 35 NOTE You cannot upgrade product software! Upgrade your product software using the procedures given in the product manuals. NOTE If you are using a disk on key start here. If you are updating your CommBox via the web, go to step 4.
  • Page 36 © Munters AB, 2020...

  • Page 37: Warranty

    Munters plant was required: if this is not done, the user is fully responsible for the damage which they could suffer.
  • Page 38 The liability of the manufacturer Munters ceases in the event of: • dismantling the safety devices; • use of unauthorised materials; • inadequate maintenance; • use of non-original spare parts and accessories. Barring specific contractual terms, the following are directly at the user’s expense: •...

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