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Wi5D Data Concentrator User Manual 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 CONFIGURING Configuration using USB port...
Configurable filters used to reduce amount of GPRS traffic GPRS connections established only at transfer time HWM Proprietary Protocol To Toran Software Ethernet Uses HTTP to transfer data DHCP Enabled to get dynamic IP from LAN – Static IP configurable ...
IP rating : IP66 with optional enclosure 1.2 Radio Receiver The Wi5D concentrator can work on only one receiving frequency as the radio receiver fitted on the PCB is different for each frequency. The part number of the product identifies which frequency is to be used.
Only allow one packet per transmitter per transfer 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, or for GPRS versions via SMS. Please Refer to Product configuration paragraph for the procedure to change the concentrator‘s configuration.
Ensure one step is covered before going to the next. 2.1 Step 1: Inspecting Package Content RT-Wi5D Data Concentrator Mains Power Supply Unit – 12V DC output Configuration Cable (USB A/B) – optional Antennas (GSM SMA / UHF BNC – VHF is...
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: ...
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Only use the battery supplied with the unit. Failure to do so could result in product damage. Connect the Ethernet cable (if applicable) Reinstall the top cover Connect the external GSM and Radio antennas to the connectors as ...
If using a heavy RF cable for GSM or Radio connection use a strain relied on the cable to avoid stressing the connector, with excessive stress there is risk of cracking the case Connect the external Power Supply Unit DC connector into the location ...
o Data Transfer (In/Out) : LED Flashes RF Data– VHF or UHF version dependent (ORANGE LED): o Data Coming In : LED flashes Status (RED LED): o No Fault: OFF o SIM card not recognized / no registration on the GSM network / poor GSM signal (less than 2 bars): single flash every 2 seconds o SD Card not recognized: double flash every 2 seconds o Time Synchronization failed : three flash every 2 seconds...
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To test the connection to the server: enter “dump reports” (without the quotes). If there are any active transmitters within range the Wi5D should display the packets ready to be sent. enter “upload reports” (without the quotes). The Wi5D should contact the specified server, send the data then confirm if the data transfer was successful.
If using your own USB cable ensure the total length is less than 3 meters 3.1.3 Configuration using IDT The Wi5D can be configured using the IDT software which can be downloaded from the HWM website http://www.hwmglobal.com under the “Support”...
4 Installation 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. Once the two side lids are removed, simply take off the front cover. The disassemble unit and wall mounting punch through holes are shown below: Punch through...
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Also ensure that Mains Power is securely mounted to avoid falling out. For connections and tests, please refer to commissioning paragraph Steps 3 to 5...
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 Ensure that the PSU supplies 12VDC No USB Connection Ensure the computer has the latest FTDI driver installed (see driver ...
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