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Smaxtec pH Plus User Manual

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Cow Monitoring
Version 5.0

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ® smaXtec Cow Monitoring Version 5.0...
  • Page 2 Before using the smaXtec products, please check if there is a new version of this document available on the website: http://www.smaxtec.com The smaXtec pH Plus Bolus (part of the smaXtec System) is under protection of the following patents: WO 2011/079338 A2 (PCT/AT2010/000490) EP 2 519 098 (EP 10808965.7)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    System Requirements ..................... 7 Getting started ......................8 smaXtec Boluses ..................... 9 4.1. smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus ........9 4.1.1. First Steps – smaXtec Classic Bolus ............9 4.1.2. First steps – smaXtec pH Plus Bolus ............11 Notes - Application ....................

  • Page 4: Overview Of Smaxtec Inside Monitoring System

    The measured data is saved in the Classic Bolus and automatically transmitted via the wireless network to the smaXtec Base Station or to a smaXtec Repeater. Due to the dimensions, use of the Classic...
  • Page 5 Plus Bolus and automatically transmitted via the wireless network to the smaXtec Base Station or to a smaXtec Repeater. Due to the dimensions, use of the pH Plus Bolus is not possible for cows under the age of 18 months and/or weighing less than 450 kg.
  • Page 6 PC or Laptop (http://messenger.smaxtec.com). An App is available for tablet or smartphone (Google Play Store, Apple App Store) Before using the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus for smaXtec Cow Monitoring, these devices must first be initialised as described in the enclosed...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    • access to smaXtec Messenger via your browser (Firefox, Google Chrome, etc.) • magnet (delivered with the smaXtec Base Station) • applicator for the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus (inside diameter 35 mm – can be ordered directly from smaXtec).

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    (https://messenger.smaxtec.com). Before activation can start you will first need to complete your online registration. Next, mount the smaXtec Base Station and/or the smaXtec Repeater in areas where the cows tend to spend extended periods of time (e.g. milking stations, waiting areas in front of milking stations, feeding stations, etc.).

  • Page 9: Smaxtec Boluses

    After successful initialisation, please administer smaXtec Classic Boluses and smaXtec pH Plus Boluses to the animal within a few hours (max. 4 hours). 4.1.
  • Page 10 Classic Boluses. 5) Activation in smaXtec Messenger by clicking on the + symbol on the right of the menu option “Animals”: activation of sensors is required to ensure the sensor is correctly assigned to an organisation in smaXtec Messenger.

  • Page 11: First Steps - Smaxtec Ph Plus Bolus

    4.1.2. First steps – smaXtec pH Plus Bolus 1) First, remove the label from the bottom of the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus. Next, activate the Sensor using the magnets provided (with the smaXtec Base Station). If the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus has been successfully activated, the LED on the bottom of the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus flashes briefly every 0.5...
  • Page 12 Now place the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus into the container sensor head first and gently shake it. Calibration of the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus takes at least 5 minutes. During this time the LED starts to repeatedly flash three times in succession.

  • Page 13: Notes - Application

    Sensors. 5) Activation in smaXtec Messenger by clicking on the + symbol on the right of the menu option “Animals”: activation of sensors is required to ensure the sensor is correctly assigned to an organisation in smaXtec Messenger.
  • Page 14 Cows that are to be fitted with a smaXtec pH Plus Bolus or a smaXtec Classic Bolus must have an empty stomach when the sensor is applied. This means that the cow must not have eaten anything for at least 2 hours prior to application.
  • Page 15 With the cow’s head and neck angled in an extended and straightened position you can now administer the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus or the smaXtec Classic Bolus. The front end of the applicator must extend beyond the base of the tongue before the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus or the smaXtec Classic Bolus is released.
  • Page 16 Note: There have not been reported any adverse side effects. If you suspect adverse reactions or side effects after the sensors are inserted, do not hesitate to consult with veterinarians or veterinary technicians.

  • Page 17: Smaxtec Climate Sensor

    This data is wirelessly transmitted to the smaXtec Base Station or a smaXtec Repeater. The number of smaXtec Climate Sensors required depends on the size of the cow shed. Scope of delivery...

  • Page 18: Smaxtec Read-Out Devices

    • Indicates if data from smaXtec sensors is being read out. On the right side of the smaXtec Base Station there is a GSM antenna and on the left you will find the socket for the network cable and the power supply. This is where the mains adapter (included in delivery) is connected during installation.
  • Page 19 Base Station from water and dust. Connect the mains adapter to the socket on the left-hand side of the smaXtec Base Station and tighten the screw caps. The mains adapter itself does not conform to an IP standard with regard to protection against water, i.e.

  • Page 20: Installation And Start Up

    Base Station Activation in smaXtec Messenger – menu item “Add devices”: device activation is required so that the device can be correctly assigned to a user and used in smaXtec Messenger. 2. Choose the most suitable location for the smaXtec Base Station Before mounting the smaXtec Base Station, please select the most suitable location as described in the Quickstart Guide.
  • Page 21 • Do not mount in a closed storeroom (transmission problems) • Close to cows (the smaXtec Base Station can read out smaXtec Sensors within a radius of 10 – 30 meters/32 - 96 ft; otherwise a smaXtec Repeater is required) •...

  • Page 22: Smaxtec Repeater

    5.2. smaXtec Repeater In certain configurations we recommend that you use a smaXtec Repeater (to ensure coverage of various areas of the cow shed). This enables an easy and low-cost extension of the smaXtec wireless network and communication with the smaXtec Sensors.
  • Page 23 Repeater from water and dust. Plug the connector into the socket on the left-hand side of the smaXtec Repeater and tighten the screw cap. The mains adapter itself does not conform to an IP standard with regard to protection against water, i.e.

  • Page 24: Installation And Activation

    Following correct installation of the smaXtec Repeater (see Quickstart Guide and Chapter 5.1 in this User Manual), the measurement data are automatically read out from the smaXtec Sensors whenever the cows are within range (read out range is 10 - 30 meters/32 - 96 feet).
  • Page 25 Following proper mounting of the smaXtec Repeater please connect the mains adapter. Please follow the steps below: • Connect the power supply provided to the smaXtec Repeater and plug in. If there is no plug socket within 3 m/10 ft then it is best to install a new one to the left of the smaXtec Repeater.

  • Page 26: Smaxtec Software

    Actionable alerts with smaXtec Messenger. Monitoring of data in real-time means that you are kept fully informed at all times about the current health status of your animals. The smaXtec Messenger sends you immediate alerts if there are significant changes in rumen pH, temperature or activity levels. The suggested actions contained in the alert messages enable a rapid and targeted response –...

  • Page 27: Technical Details

    Technical Details smaXtec pH Plus Bolus: • Dimensions: 132 x 35 mm (length x diameter) • Model: US-1042A (for North & South America), SX-1042A (EU & other countries) • Internal antenna • Internal Lithium Metal Battery • Measurement interval: 10 min •...
  • Page 28 • Model: US-3046 (for North & South America); BX-3046 (EU & other countries) • Dustproof and waterproof plastic casing (IP 66) • Antenna for communication with smaXtec Sensors (max. distance 10-30 m/32- 96 ft) • Antenna for communication with smaXtec Repeater (max. distance between read-out stations 100 m/328 ft) •...

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