Connecting the Communicator 2.0 to a Peripheral Device ........ 12 3.10 Connecting the T-Box to External Devices ............12 3.11 Setting Up a Communicator 2.0 / Trio LAN ............13 3.12 Enabling SMS Messages ..................15 3.13 Testing the Battery ....................15 ........................
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Resetting the Siren ............... 27 5.3.2.1 Resetting the Alarm ..............27 5.3.2.2 Acknowledging a Message ............27 5.3.2.3 Testing the Communicator 2.0 ................28 Additional Functions .................... 28 5.5.1 Software Upgrade ................... 5.5.2 Battery Status ....................................5.5.3 Controllers Connectivity ..............
Munters equipment. 1.3 Notes Date of release: October 2018 Munters cannot guarantee to inform users about the changes or to distribute new manuals to them. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the expressed written permission of Munters.
2 Introduction to the Communicator Communicator 2.0 provides complete access to your Munters Trio controllers, with alarms and events sent directly to your mobile device, PC, or tablet. From one computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can manage an entire network.
3.1 Precautions Observe the following precautions when using your unit. Keep the Communicator 2.0 as far as possible from heavy contactor boxes and • other sources of electrical interference. Do not connect communication wire shields, which go from one house to another •...
(refer to Enabling SMS Messages, page 15) HDMI port (computer screen) Audio out (external speaker) (refer to Connecting the Communicator 2.0 to a Peripheral Device, page 12) USB ports (mouse, KBD) (refer Internet line port(refer to to Connecting the Connecting the Communicator 2.0 Communicator 2.0 to a...
3.9 Connecting the Communicator 2.0 to a Peripheral Device If required, connect a screen and key board to the Communicator 2.0 (via the four • USB or single HDMI ports). NOTE: You’ll need to connect the Communicator 2.0 to these devices for the Activation.
3.11 Setting Up a Communicator 2.0 / Trio LAN Connect the Communicator 2.0 and Trio units via a local intranet. NOTE The Communicator 2.0 and Trio units can be plugged into any port. The above drawing is an example only.
3.12 Enabling SMS Messages Sending SMS message requires a Communicator 2.0 having an internal modem • (supplied by Munters if ordered). This modem will support your cellular infrastructure and region (4G US, 4G ROW, 3G) Insert a 3G or 4G standard SIM card as indicated: •...
Additional Functions • 5.1 Farm Settings Use this screen to define functions related to Communicator 2.0’s connection to your farm. Farm Name: This name appears on your screen. • Number of Trios to be Scanned: Click the -/+ buttons to enter the number of •...
This section describes how to configure the alarms. All other functions are described in the Platinum Touch manual. Alarms can only be configured locally. Anyone viewing the Communicator 2.0 • screen via the web will not see Alarm System in the Settings icon.
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Country of installation: Choose from the drop down list. o Generator Ip Address (US customers only): Users having a backup generator connected to the Communicator 2.0 can enter the generator’s IP address. Communicator 2.0 will transmit any alarms from the generator.
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The first level of security is the contact list; only these numbers can interact with the Communicator 2.0. If a pin code is added, only someone having the code can reset the alarms, even when calling from an authorized phone number.
VENTS ISTORY Click Alarms History to view a view a list of alarms and information about each • alarm. Click Events History to view a list of events connected to the Communicator 2.0. • 5.2.4 D IGITAL NPUTS Communicator 2.0 supports an eight dry contact digital input card (found in the External Box) that can be programmed as normally open / normally closed input.
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NO means normally open. If there is a change from the usual state (device closes), an alarm occurs. o Allow to Reset: When this function is not checked, Communicator 2.0 sends a message to every contact (in the order given in the priority list) when an alarm is generated.
ESPONDING TO AN UDIO ESSAGE Communicator 2.0 sends voice messages to the designated people on the contact list. This section details the procedure to follow when an audio alarm is received. NOTE: This service is provided by the Communicator 2.0 ONLY if the contact is properly defined with contacts and the "VOICE"...
5.3.2 R ESPONDING TO A ESSAGE This section details how to respond to a text message sent from Communicator 2.0 to a mobile phone. The response can reset a siren, an alarm, or acknowledge the messages. Resetting the Siren •...
UPD file. a. Place the file on a disk on key/flash drive. b. Place the disk on key/flash drive into the Communicator 2.0's USB port. 2. On the main screen, click the settings icon . From the drop down list select Software Update.
7 Appendix A: Changing the Battery Munters recommends installing a new battery every two years. Change the battery between flocks or herds. • Order a new battery from your dealer. • To replace the battery: 1. Disconnect the AC power.
Employ a standard home router, using the default settings, and all devices on the same router. o On the local network, Communicator 2.0 and Trio must have same the subnet mask (subnet mask must be 255.255.255.0. o Three first sections of the Communicator 2.0 and Trio IP address must have the same numbers (i.e 192.168.1.x).
Munters plant was required: if this is not done, the user is fully responsible for the damage which they could suffer.
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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: •...