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Wi5D Data Concentrator User Manual Version A Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating information. Please read, understand and follow the instructions in the manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION Technical Specifications Radio Receiver Data Recording Data Transfer Monitoring Unit Status Unit Configuration COMMISSIONING Step 1: Inspecting Package Content Step 2: SIM Card installation (GPRS Version) Step 3: Connecting the product Step 4: Interpreting Front Panel LEDs Step 5: Confirming Data Transfer CONFIGURATION USB Driver...
Configurable filters used to reduce amount of GPRS traffic. GPRS connections established only at transfer time. Uses HWM proprietary protocol to transfer data to Toran software. Ethernet Uses HTTP/HTTPS to transfer data. DHCP Enabled to get dynamic IP from LAN – Static IP configurable.
Ethernet versions. If the data transfer is not successful (intermittent GPRS connection, LAN disconnection); the data will be stored and transferred on the next occasion. In the event that the Wi5D concentrator is offline for an extended period it will send stored data starting from the oldest record.
Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration. 1.5 Monitoring Unit Status The concentrator will send at a specified rate a summary report to the server. This report contains information on the unit status such as: Mains Power status (GPRS Only) ...
1.6 Unit Configuration The unit operation can be configured via local USB connection using IDT Software to upgrade, configure and download. Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the procedure to change the concentrator configuration.
2 Commissioning This paragraph describes the required steps to ensure the product is fully functional following reception. Ensure one step is covered before going to the next. 2.1 Step 1: Inspecting Package Content RT-Wi5 Data Concentrator Mains Power Supply Unit – 12V DC output Configuration Cable (USB A/B) –...
2.2 Step 2: SIM Card installation (GPRS Version) If not already equipped by HWM the SIM card can be installed using the following procedure: Remove the front cover. Install the SIM card into the SIM card connector as shown below: ...
2.3 Step 3: Connecting the product In order to avoid GPRS transmission during shipping the backup battery is disconnected. Connect the battery connector as shown below (not required for Ethernet versions): Only use the battery supplied with the unit. Failure to do so could result in product damage.
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Connect the external GSM (if applicable) and Radio antennas to the connectors as shown below. Antenna Radio Antenna If using a heavy RF cable for GSM or Radio connection use a strain relief on the cable to avoid stressing the connector with excessive stress, this will increase the risk of the case cracking.
2.4 Step 4: Interpreting Front Panel LEDs LEDs are used to indicate the current status of the unit and indicate potential faults: Mains Power (Red LED) o Present: double flash every 2 seconds. o No Mains power: one flash every 5 seconds. GSM/GPRS (Green LED) o GSM ON: double flash every 2 seconds.
RF Data Received – (Orange LED) is flashing when a test transmitter is activated. Status (Red LED) is OFF ; this should turn itself off ~2 minutes after powering on the unit. If the status of the LEDs do not match with the above, please refer to the Troubleshooting section.
3 Configuration Configuration is performed using IDT software and PC connected to the Wi5D USB port. 3.1 USB Driver It is unnecessary to download and install the latest Windows Driver D2XX from FTDI website. All the required drivers are included in the IDT build. Should this be required the following link can be used to manually update.
The concentrator is not waterproof and as a result suitable for indoor use only. If outdoor installation is required, optional IP66 enclosure must be used. Wall mounting points to hang the Wi5D from. Wall Mounting Locations. Alternatively industrial Velcro can be used at the back (red boxes on the picture).
5 Troubleshooting Guide Mains Power LED is single flashing. Ensure that the PSU is plugged in the mains socket and the DC connector fully inserted in the GPRS concentrator. No USB Connection. The IDT software will auto-detect and setup the correct communication ...
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