Page 2 Copyright ©2023 Sensys Networks. All Rights Reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or quoted without written permission from Sensys Networks. RTMS and Echo are trademarks of Sensys Networks, registered in the United States and other countries. All other product names referenced in this guide are trademarks of their respective owners.
Page 3: Preface
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 4: Fcc And Ic Id Numbers
The FCC and IC IDs can also be found on the label affixed to the outside of the RTMS Echo. CE and UKCA Certification Certified for the RTMS Echo. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Installing RTMS Echo on Sign Structures - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
Page 6 Logging in to the RTMS Echo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
Page 7 Configuring Daylight Savings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-7 RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks.
Page 8 Condition F: Under Count in First Zone Past a Barrier - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-7 RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks.
Page 9: Chapter 1:Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction General The RTMS Echo is a side fire radar mounted on the roadside. Simultaneously, the sensor provides per vehicle data including volume, occupancy, speed and classification information in up to 12 detection zones. The installation of RTMS has never been easier with built-in aiming guidance, auto configuration of the sensor, and wireless configuration via mobile device or tablet.
Page 10: Rtms Echo Technical Specifications
24.245 GHZ 20 dBm max 24.145 GHZ 24.245 GHZ 20 dBm max *RTMS Echo meets the requirements of the minimum sweep rate as specified by ERC recommendation (70-03) as specified in IR2030/12/9 2014/88/UK June 2014. Table 1-2: Wi-Fi Frequencies Bottom Country...
Page 11: Electromagnetic Interference
CE. For additional information, see “Preface” on page iii. Firmware Upgrade Capability User upgrades of firmware is available through the same web interface used to set up and configure the RTMS Echo (see “Install Firmware” on page 4-43). RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks.
Page 12: Online Help
Chapter 1: Introduction Online Help Online help for the RTMS Echo can be found at the following location. https://sensysnetworks.com/resources/ RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 13: Chapter 2:Pre-Installation Considerations
660 mA of current; at 24 volts roughly 330 mA. Using an adaptor that provides 12 volts and 100 mA of current means that the total power to the RTMS Echo will be 12*0.1 = 1.2 watts, or roughly 15% of the power needed to turn on the RTMS Echo.
Page 14: Cabling Considerations
Echo sensor be no more than 50 ft (15.24m) in length. Cabling Considerations The RTMS Echo uses an outdoor rated Cat5e or Cat6 cable that provides both power and Ethernet communications. Sensys Networks Provided Cable Sensys Networks provides a cable with each RTMS Echo sensor.
Page 15 RJ-45 connector. If it is terminated with an RJ-45 connector, the connector must have an element to which the ground wire can be connected, such as with the Conec 391J00039X connector. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 16: Customer Provided Cable
Pre-Installation Considerations Customer Provided Cable If the Sensys Networks provided cable is not to be used, a customer-provided cable can be used. The cable must be a Cat5e or better and must be outdoor rated and must have a drain wire (avoid cables without drain wires). The recommended connector used to plug into the Echo sensor is a CONEC Industrial Ethernet Circular Sealed RJ- 45 Connector, part number 17-101794.
Page 17: Breakout Boxes
Pre-Installation Considerations Breakout Boxes The design of an RTMS Echo installation should include a breakout box close to the RTMS Echo that can be used for setup and maintenance purposes, and can include surge suppression circuitry and external communications devices as required.
Page 18: Surge Suppression
Chapter 2: Pre-Installation Considerations Surge Suppression Sensys Networks strongly recommends the use of a surge suppressor for both power and communications. The recommended suppressors are the CITEL MJ8-POE-B for single line, power over Ethernet connection and the CITEL MSP-VM24/RI which has separate connections for power and communications.
Page 19: Connecting Power And Communications
Chapter 2: Pre-Installation Considerations Connecting Power and Communications After the RTMS Echo has been mounted to the pole, the connections for power and data communications must be made. For cable pinouts, see “Cabling Considerations” on page 2-2. A 50 ft (15.24m) Cat5e cable containing wires for both power and communications is included with the RTMS Echo sensor.
Page 20 Chapter 2: Pre-Installation Considerations Figure 2-7: Single Surge Suppressor RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 21: Providing A Proper Ground
2-8) should be at least 1.83 m (6 ft) in length and placed as close as possible to the base of the RTMS Echo mounting pole. The grounding conductor should be flexible copper braid or copper wire 12AWG or larger.
Page 22 Because lightning is a major influence on power line surge, it is important to understand the exposure to thunderstorms in the area where the RTMS Echo sensor is being installed. In areas that are exposed to large number of thunderstorms, protecting sensors will be more challenging.
Page 23: Serial Communications Using Sx-300 Protocol
Verify the pins are appropriately mapped to ensure communications. Figure 2-10: Serial Communications Hardware Connections Table 2-1 for wiring instructions for the serial cable between the terminal server and endpoint. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 2-11...
Page 24 IP address and port number from the terminal server configuration must be entered for the Serial server field. For complete information, see “Sx-300 Protocol” on page 4-52. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 2-12...
Page 25: Placement In Side-Fired Highway Configuration
RTMS Echo by a secondary reflection from a large flat surface (such as a sign or overpass). • Case 3 — Using median poles to mount two RTMS Echo sensors, one per direction may save poles but the designer should verify available set-back (see “Height, Setback, Tilt Requirements”...
Page 26 Chapter 2: Pre-Installation Considerations Case 2 Case 2 Setback Case 1 Case 4 Case 5 Case 3 Case 2 Figure 2-11: RTMS Echo Side-Fired Highway Sites RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 2-14...
Page 27: Height, Setback, Tilt Requirements
Pre-Installation Considerations Height, Setback, Tilt Requirements The RTMS Echo has a detection area of 250 ft (76 m), and is able to detect up to 12 lanes of traffic within that distance. Sensys Networks recommends mounting the Echo sensor between 15 and 35 ft (4.6 and 10.7 m) from the ground. The height is based on the distances from the closest and furthest zones.
Page 28: Guardrails And Barriers
Figure 2-13: False Target Generated by Fence Or Wall To avoid this problem, install the RTMS Echo higher and increase the elevation angle to detect the far lanes of traffic excluding the nearest lanes, as shown on the right in Figure 2-13.
Page 29: Elevated Roadway
Elevated Roadway On elevated or sunken roadways with insufficient outside shoulders, it may be an impossible job for a single sensor. Two RTMS Echo units, configured as shown by Figure 2-14, will cover all lanes if detection zones are defined as shown in...
Page 30: Installing Rtms Echo On Sign Structures
RTMS Echo Technical Support. The best way to mount the RTMS Echo is to place a horizontal mast arm or pipe approximately 1.3 m (4 ft) away from the structure (1.8-2.4 m [6-8 ft] if DMS), ideally on the back of the structure away from any lighting or signs.
Page 31: Grade Differentials
Trees Trees and bushes in the path of the microwave beam (in the setback or in medians) must be avoided. RTMS Echo units must be relocated or a gap in vegetation maintained in the path of the beam. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks.
Page 32: Chapter 3:Sensor Installation & Setup
Consult Technical Support before using the RTMS Echo or other RTMS Echo-related products for any purpose not expressly described in this manual or any other RTMS Echo product manual. Do not use the RTMS Echo to control or operate a gate-opening mechanism. Use of the RTMS Echo for any unauthorized purpose may cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
Page 33: Installing The Sensor
Please make sure you have all the required equipment and are aware of potential safety issues before starting any installation. DO NOT install any RTMS Echo hardware if you are unsure how to complete the installation or lack appropriate safety equipment. It is recommended that you do NOT install this hardware during inclement weather.
Page 34 3. Adjust the RTMS Echo to be perpendicular to the travel lanes and level side to side. 4. Tilt the RTMS Echo so that the top of the sensor is aimed at the farthest monitored zone. NOTE: Steps 3 and 4 are general guidelines. Actual mounting and tilt may need to be adjusted based on multiple factors such as obstacles and number of lanes.
Page 35: Setting Up The Sensor
The following equipment and personnel will be needed in order to perform the configuration process. • At least two persons • A hand-held tally counter • Light Detecting and Ranging (LIDAR) radar gun • Stop watch RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 36: Logging In To The Sensor
Edge are partially HTML5 compatible and users may experience some differences when using them. 1. Start your Internet browser. 2. In the address field, type the IP address of the RTMS Echo. The default is 192.168.0.10. 3. Press Enter. The RTMS Echo login window appears.
Page 37 Metric – speed and lengths are shown in kph and meters. 9. Enter the current password: rtmsecho. 10. Enter the new password. 11. Re-enter the new password. 12. Click Save. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 38: Aiming The Sensor
After each azimuth adjustment, wait for about 20 vehicles to pass the sensor. 6. Tighten the nuts securing the sensor to the mounting bracket. 7. Detect and adjust zones. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 39: Detect And Adjust Zones
Tab”, only 10 zones should be configured in the system. The auto zone finder process scans the range of the RTMS Echo beam and positions up to 12 detection zones, representing lanes where vehicles are detected. The process requires free flowing traffic in all lanes of interest and is dependent on traffic volume being present.
Page 41 After the eight and a half minutes, the process has timed out and an extend button appears. The purpose to extend is if the required number of vehicles have not gone through the zone(s) needed. 3. Click on the first zone. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 3-10...
Page 42 6. Repeat Steps 3-5 for the remaining zones. 7. To widen, shorten, or adjust zone positions, use the controls provided on the tab. 8. When complete, click Save changes. 9. Verify vehicle counts. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 3-11...
Page 43: Verifying Vehicle Counts
The vehicle count verification of a successful zone setup is an essential part of the installation. During the process you will compare RTMS Echo volume counts over a period of time to a manual (visual) count for the same interval. Use of a hand-held tally counter is recommended.
Page 44 Save. A download option appears. 10. To download the saved file to your computer, click Download. The file is saved to your default folder as a CSV file. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 3-13...
Page 45: Configure Settings
2. In the Local area network section, click Change. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway. 4. Click Save changes. 5. In the Date and time section, click Change. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 3-14...
Page 46 ©2023 Sensys Networks. Sensor Installation & Setup 6. Select the time zone where the RTMS Echo sensor is installed. 7. Click Save changes. 8. Make any other required changes. For complete information on the various settings and how to change them, see “Settings Tab”...
Page 47: Chapter 4:Operations And Adjustments
RTMS Echo is installed and configured. Logging in to the RTMS Echo The following describes the procedure for logging in to the RTMS Echo, after you have set the network parameters for the sensor (see “Local Area Network Setting” on page 4-46).
Page 48: Change Login Credentials
3. Do you want to change the username or password? Username Password Continue with the next step. Proceed to Step 4. Click Change username. 5. Enter the new username. 6. Enter the current password. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 49 10. Enter the new password. 11. Re-enter the new password. 12. Click Save. The new password will be required the next time the user logs in to the Echo sensor. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 50: Reset Login Credentials
1. Start a network browser. 2. In the url field, enter the IP address of the RTMS Echo sensor. 3. Click Forgot Username or Password. 4. Call the number or send an email to the address shown on the screen.
Page 51: Home Tab
The display can be set to show either the speed or length of each detected vehicle. This tab also shows how much of the sensor’s memory has been used and the input voltage for the sensor. Figure 4-1: Home Tab RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 52 Percentage of the number of per vehicle records currently in this data table. The input voltage to the sensor. The best performance is when the value is between 12V and 24V. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 53: Aim Tab
Aim Tab This tab is used to set the roll, tilt and azimuth of the sensor during the installation process. For more information see “Aiming the Sensor” on page 3-7. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 54: Zones Tab
This tab is used to add, remove and edit zones, and to set the direction of traffic for a zone. This tab is also used to start the automatic zone detection operation. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 55: Add A Zone
1. Click the Zones tab. 2. Click Add zone. 3. Move the cursor onto the zone until a hand icon appears, then click the zone to select it and display the control panel. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 56 6. Click the drop-down under Traffic direction and select the direction of traffic in the zone. 7. Repeat steps Steps 2 – 6 to add other zones. After all zones have been added, click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-10...
Page 57: Edit A Zone
1. Select the zone to be removed. 2. Click the remove (trash can) icon. 3. Click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-11...
Page 58: Auto Detect Zones
7. Enter the Loop outputs of the contact module that are associated with the emulated loops. Enter values for Loop length and Trap length. 9. Click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-12...
Page 59: Calibrate Tab
Speed Calibration This function is used to adjust the vehicle speed detected by the Echo sensor if required. NOTE: RTMS Echo cannot be used for speed enforcement. 1. Click the Calibrate tab. 2. Click Speed calibration. 3. Select the check box to the left of each zone for which speeds are to be checked.
Page 60: Length Calibration
The value specified can be between +/- 10 and can have one decimal place (e.g., 3.2, 1.4, etc.). All detected lengths for the lane will be adjusted by the amount specified. 6. To save the values, click Save. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-14...
Page 61: Data Tab
“Speed Average Data Query” on page 4-33 • “Speed By Bin Data Query” on page 4-35 • “Voltage Query” on page 4-38 • “Volume Data Query” on page 4-40 RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-15...
Page 62: Classification By Binned Speed Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is speed-class-bin. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 63 If omitted, the default is 15. The query will always include one additional bin, the Nth + 1 bin, where N is the speed-bin-count, to indicate the number of vehicles with speeds greater than the Nth bin. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 64 13. Enter the speed increment of each bin after the initial setting. If omitted, the default is 5. 14. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-18...
Page 65: Classification By Length Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is class-bin. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 66 5, 7, 10, 15, and 20. 11. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 67: Gap Average Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is average-gap. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 68 If omitted, the default is 15 minutes. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-22...
Page 69: Headway Average Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is average-headway. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 70 If omitted, the default is 15 minutes. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-24...
Page 71: Interval Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is interval-data. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 72 8. Select the maximum number of records to be returned in the response. 9. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 73: Occupancy Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is occupancy. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 74 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. The value shown in the Occupancy column is the actual percentage. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 75: Per-Vehicle Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is per-vehicle. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 76 To specify all zones, leave the field blank. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-30...
Page 77: Speed 85Th Percentile Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is speed85. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 78 If omitted, the default is 15 minutes. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-32...
Page 79: Speed Average Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is average-speed. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 80 If omitted, the default is 15 minutes. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-34...
Page 81: Speed By Bin Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is speed-bin. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 82 Nth bin. 12. Enter the speed increment of each bin after the initial setting. If omitted, the default is 5. 13. To run the query, click Download. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-36...
Page 83 Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-37...
Page 84: Voltage Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is input-voltage. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 85 NOTE: The defaults for date/time are the earliest record to the current date and time. 7. Click Set. 8. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-39...
Page 86: Volume Data Query
The name can be any number of alphanumeric, dash (-), underscore (_) or space characters. The default is volume. 4. Click the icon to the right of the date/time field. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 87 If omitted, the default is 15 minutes. 10. To run the query, click Download. The requested data is saved as a CSV file in the Downloads folder. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-41...
Page 88: Log Tab
Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments Log Tab Each RTMS Echo sensor maintains a log which contains messages about operational errors, warnings, and other helpful information about sensor operations. Figure 4-2: Log Tab Table 4-2: Log Tab Descriptions Item Description Click to refresh the displayed messages.
Page 89: Settings Tab
For Device description enter a name for the sensor. Install Firmware This function is used to upgrade the firmware in the RTMS Echo sensor. 1. Download the latest firmware file from the Sensys web site at: https://sensysnetworks.com/resources/ 2.
Page 90: Security Setting
7. Click Install. Wait for the sensor to reboot. Security Setting This function is used to change the security settings in the RTMS Echo sensor. NOTE: Google Chrome is the preferred web browser. HTTPS Encryption 1. Click the Settings tab.
Page 91: Auto Logoff
Basic: minimum of 4 characters. • Enhanced: minimum of 8 characters and must use 3 of the following categories: alpha, numeric, special characters, upper and lower case characters. 4. Click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-45...
Page 92: Local Area Network Setting
Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments Local Area Network Setting This function is used to set the IP address of the RTMS Echo sensor. 1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Local area network section, click Change. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway.
Page 93: Wi-Fi Setting
4. To change the password used to access the Wi-Fi, click in the field, enter then re- enter the new password. A minimum of 8 and a maximum of 63 characters can be entered. 5. If a change was made, click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-47...
Page 94: Location Setting
Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments Location Setting This function is used to set the latitude and longitude of where the RTMS Echo sensor is installed. The location can either be set automatically, by GPS or manually. 1. Click the Settings tab.
Page 95: Date And Time Setting
Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments Date and Time Setting This function is used to set the date and time in the RTMS Echo sensor. 1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Date and time section, click Change. 3. Is the date and time to be set automatically or manually?
Page 96: Traffic Data Storage Setting
Traffic Data Storage Setting This function is used to determine what action is to be taken when the memory in the RTMS Echo sensor is full. 1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Traffic data storage section, click Change.
Page 97: Legacy Protocols
Wavetronix For all three choices, data can be retrieved through the queries from the Data tab (see “Data Tab” on page 4-15) or from the RTMS Echo API (see the RTMS Echo API Programmers Guide). API Only Option This option indicates that data can only be retrieved through the queries from the Data tab or from the RTMS Echo API.
Page 98: Sx-300 Protocol
Sx-300 Protocol This protocol indicates that data can be retrieved through the queries from the Data tab, the RTMS Echo API or from the supported RTMS Sx-300 protocols defined in the RTMS Echo Sx-300 Protocol Reference Guide. 1. Click the Settings tab.
Page 99 **RTMS Echo does not currently support configuring Wavetronix approaches. ® NOTE: Even though RTMS Echo supports up to 12 zones, the Wavetronix protocol only supports a maximum of 10 zones. Therefore, only 10 zones should be configured in the system (see “Detect and Adjust Zones”...
Page 100 4. Select the Enable data push check box to only transmit data messages at the end of every message period. If unchecked, data messages are only retrieved on request (polled mode). RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 101: Contact Closure Device
1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Contact closure device section, click Change. 3. Use the drop-down to select the IP address of the contact closure device. 4. Click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-55...
Page 102: Interval Data
If the selection for the Legacy protocol is None or Wavetronix Z1, up to eight (8) classifications can be selected. If the Legacy protocol is Sx-300, up to six (6) classifications can be selected. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-56...
Page 103 – This parameter only appears when the selection for the Legacy protocol is ® None or Wavetronix RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-57...
Page 104 Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments 7. Enter the maximum speed for each bin. 8. If a change was made, click Save changes. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-58...
Page 105: Region Setting
Region Setting This function is used to set the units in which speed and length are displayed and to indicate the country in which the RTMS Echo is installed. 1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Measurement section, click Change.
Page 106: Licensing
Chapter 4: Operations and Adjustments Licensing This function is used to enable licenses for additional features for the RTMS Echo unit. 1. Click the Settings tab. 2. In the Licensing section, click Change. 3. Did you purchase the contact closure module with this Echo?
Page 107: Backup/Restore Device Configuration
– Wavetronix Push Statistics (true/false) Include Direction (true/false) Source Subnet ID Source ID Destination Subnet ID Destination ID Port Sensor Orientation Sensor Location Sensor Description • Detection Config RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-61...
Page 108 Range Bin Energy Thresholds • Zone Finder Settings – Count Threshold • Zone Finder Vehicles – Main Bin – Length – Time Tick – speed – Speed Confidence – Dwell Time RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 4-62...
Page 109: Download Diagnostics
Operations and Adjustments Download Diagnostics This function creates a file that can be sent to Sensys Networks for diagnostic purposes if the sensor is experiencing problems. The file is saved to the default folder of your browser (usually the Downloads folder) on the computer and includes the following information: •...
Page 110: Chapter 5:Ipro Camera Install
• The default IP address of the camera is 192.168.0.10 which is the same as the default IP address of the RTMS Echo. Communication issues will result if both devices are plugged into the same switch in their default state.
Page 111: Logging In For The First Time
3. Click Set. The following screen will appear. A Sign in dialog will appear on the screen. 4. Enter the credentials that were just created and click Sign in. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 112 Use Internet Explorer or VLC to stream from the camera. You can also select JPEG in the menu to view a stream of images from the camera within an HTML5 browser. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 113: Setting Network Parameters
1. The camera will automatically self-assign an IP address if connected to a network without a DCHP server configured. 2. To set a static IP address, select Static from the Network Settings drop down. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 114 6. To change the HTTP port, select Setup from the sidebar menu, then select Network. 7. Find the HTTP port setting. 8. Change the value to the desired number. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 115: Verifying Video Stream
Option 1: Configure the correct date, time and time zone parameters manually. 1. From the sidebar menu, select Setup, then Basic. 2. Manually enter the correct date and time settings. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 116: Configuring Daylight Savings
1. From the sidebar menu, select Setup, then Basic. 2. Under Summer time (daylight saving), choose In, Out, or Auto, where the time will automatically adjust to the time changes based on the date. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 117: Setting The Camera Label
2. To turn on the camera label, select the On radio button. 3. Enter the camera title. NOTE: Only capital letters and numbers are allowed. 4. Select the desired position. 5. Select Set at the bottom of the screen. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 118: Setting Stream Parameters
1. From the sidebar menu, select Setup, then Image. 2. Select the Image quality tab at the top of the page. 3. Under the Image adjust field, select Setup >>. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 119 4. A new window will appear. 5. To adjust the image contrast, modify the Pedestal level and/or the Chroma gain level as necessary until the desired levels are reached. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 120 7. To adjust the image sharpness, modify the Aperture level. 8. To adjust the image saturation, modify the Chroma gain level. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 5-11...
Page 121: Adjusting The Aim Of The Camera Lens
1. Use the Security Torx T-10 bit to loosen the two screws on the sunshield. 2. Remove the sunshield and set aside. The clear polycarbonate anti-tampering lens will be exposed. 3. Loosen the three screws on the polycarbonate shield. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 5-12...
Page 122 4. Once it is loose, remove the clear polycarbonate shield. The camera lens will be exposed. 5. To optimize the view of the traffic lens, adjust the tilt and/or roll of the lens as necessary. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 5-13...
Page 123: Resetting The Camera Password
9. If the camera reset was successful, close the camera side door and tighten the screw. Continue with the steps outlined in “Logging in For the First Time” on page 5-2. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H 5-14...
Page 124: Chapter 6:Contact Closure Hardware Install
The contact closure module communicates with RTMS Echo using an Ethernet connection. All Ethernet standards should be followed during installation of the system. RTMS Echo and the contact closure module must be configured on the same subnet. Communication between the two system components cannot be sent over a routed network.
Page 125: Installing On A Din Rail
2. Subsequently, lock the catch on the left side of the contact closure module. NOTE: Use a screwdriver to do this. 3. Double-check the correct installation and latching of the contact closure module on the mounting rail. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 126: Connecting To Cabinet Power
K-bus or E-bus). The spring-loaded terminals identified as "+", "-" and "PE" supply the Bus Terminals via the power contacts and the sensors or actuators connected to the Bus Terminals. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 127: Connecting To The Network
Chapter 6: Contact Closure Hardware Install Connecting to the Network 1. Below is the network block diagram for the RTMS Echo contact closure solution: 2. Connect port X101 to the network switch: RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 128: Connecting To The Controller
Switches 1-8 are in the ON position while switches 9 and 10 are in the OFF position. 2. Set the IP address of your PC to 192.168.0.99 3. Connect the network cable of your PC to the maintenance port X001. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 129 6. In the Hardware section, click NIC. 7. Set “TCCATMP1” address and default gateway to desired subnet. 8. Click the check mark button after the network changes have been made to TCCATMP1. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 130 10. Click the Reboot button at the bottom of the screen to reboot the system. 11. Verify the IP address after the reboot. 12. Connect the Echo Ethernet port and CX8190 X101 Ethernet port to network switch or point to point. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 131: Verifying Operation
Chapter 6: Contact Closure Hardware Install Verifying Operation The following is normal LED behavior for the RTMS Echo. Table 6-4: Normal LED Behavior TC LED Green indicates running status. WD LED Flashing red indicates running but no activity was received from the RTMS Echo.
Page 132: Chapter 7:Troubleshooting
Check cable connections • Check cable pin out (see Figure 2-1 on page 2-3) • Forgot LAN credentials – contact Sensys Networks support for access to the Device locator tool Issue: No communication (WiFi) • No power to unit •...
Page 133: Optimizing Volume Count Accuracy
Figure 7-3: Over/Under Count: Adjacent Zones The above could indicate that vehicles from zone 2 are being detected in zone 3. Fine tune the zone boundary between the two zones. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 134: Condition B: Under Count In Near Zone
The above is probably due to aiming issues. The sensor may be missing small profile vehicles. Check the aiming of the RTMS Echo and make sure it is aimed down enough to view the first zone of traffic (zone 1).
Page 135: Condition C: Under Count In Far Zone
The above is probably due to aiming issues. The sensor may be missing small profile vehicles. Check the aiming of the RTMS Echo and make sure it is aimed up enough to view the last zone of traffic (zone 6).
Page 136: Condition D: Under Count In Several Zones
Figure 7-6: Under Count: Many Zones In the above situation, the signal strength reflection may be too low. This could be caused by the aiming angle not being perpendicular to the traffic. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 137: Condition E: Over Count In Several Zones
(e.g., trees, signs, barriers, etc.). Check for these possibilities and re- adjust lane boundaries where possible. It may be necessary to change the height of the sensor to avoid possible obstructions. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...
Page 138: Condition F: Under Count In First Zone Past A Barrier
Fine tune zone 4 by moving the zone boundary closest to the barrier further away from the barrier (move away +1). A slight adjustment can make a large improvement. RTMS Echo User Guide ©2023 Sensys Networks. PN 152-300-300-005 Rev H...

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