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INSTRUCTION MANUALCSI MaxonRadiotelemetry NetworkRevision: 4/03Copyright (c) 1989-2003Campbell Scientific, Inc.

Section 1. General Radiotelemetry Network1-4815 W. 1800 N. Logan Utah 84321-1784 (801) 753-2342 FAX (801) 750-9540Copyright(c) 1996Setup Instructi

Section 1. General Radiotelemetry Network1-5PS512MRF310RF310MFIGURE 1-4. A Typical RF Telemetry Repeater Station

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2-1Section 2. Assembling theRadiotelemetry NetworkThis section provides a logical order for RF network assembly and deployment. Details ofspecific c

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-25. After the antenna is mounted, connect the coax cable between the antennaand the BNC connector m

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-3The SETUP window is used to create a device map which contains the RF Linkinformation. This infor

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-4Select the Appropriate Communications port. If your computer uses COM2,click the “Add COM port” b

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-5This window shows the RF modem (RF1) attached to RS-232 communicationport 2. Next use the Add Dev

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-62.3 Install Nearest Repeater/Field StationNow to install the nearest field station. If it commun

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-71. Verify everything is connected properly. See Section 2.5.1 for moresuggestions.2. Use the er

Warranty and Assistance The CSI MAXON RADIOTELEMETRY NETWORK is warranted by CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC. to be free from defects in materials and workma

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-8One possible error message is "RF1 Failed to Get Attention." This messageindicates PC20

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-92.5.3 Troubleshooting with the Terminal EmulatorA general understanding of the communication sequ

Section 2. Assembling the Radiotelemetry Network2-10Things to check if TASK B is unsuccessful:1. Improper antenna orientation.2. Bad connections on

3-1Section 3. Radiotelemetry NetworkComponents3.1 RF310M ModemThe RF310M is an interface between the computer and the radio when used at abase stati

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-2RF310MFIGURE 3-1. The RF310M ModemTABLE 3-1. A Sample of Station ID Numbers andthe Corresponding Swi

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-3either be open, represented by 1, or closed, represented by 0; X in Table 3-1refers to "don'

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-43.1.6 RF310M Modem Communication ProtocolComprehension of this section is not necessary for routine o

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-53.1.7 RF310M Modem and the RF LinkThe RF link is the communication path which is opened between the S

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-6The first step in setting up an RF link, once in the Local Command Mode, is tocreate a setup block usi

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-73.1.7.3 Shutting Down the RF LinkSending the "E" character to a datalogger causes the datal

CSI Maxon Radiotelemetry Network Table of Contents PDF viewers note: These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document. Use the Adobe

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-8as voice transmissions on the same carrier frequency. All noise level indicatorsare within acceptable

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-93.2.2 Radio SpecificationsThe RF310 radios are manufactured by Maxon Data Telemetry. See theAppendix

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-103.3.1 Antenna MountsAntennas must be mounted above any surrounding buildings or obstacles.Antennas m

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-113.3.3 Antenna Cables and ConnectorsThe most common cable type to connect a radio to the antenna is a

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-12TABLE 3-5. Common Antennas and CharacteristicsVHF or Pipe MountingAntenna Type UHF Cable Gain(dB) O.

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-13wires. The enclosure door can be fastened with the clasp for easy access. Theenclosure’s clasp door

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-14Some solar panels are supplied with a connector. This connector must beclipped off so the two wires

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-15networks. The PS12LA cannot be modified to the PS512M. The maximumcurrent drain on the 5 Volt suppl

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-16TABLE 3-7. Pin Description for RF310B 25-Pin PortPin I/O Description1 − Ground2I TX3ORX4I RTS20 I DT

Section 3. Radiotelemetry Network Components3-17RF310B TOP VIEWFIGURE 3-8. Top View of the RF310B Base Station

CSI Maxon Radiotelemetry Network Table of Contents 3.5.1 RF310B Introduction ...3-15 3.5

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4-1Section 4. Operation of theRadiotelemetry NetworkAll field stations can be accessed and monitored from the central base site. Regular visitsto th

Section 4. Operation of the Radiotelemetry Network4-2COM port. If you need an RS-232 port other than COM1, use the “Add COMPort” button. Use the “A

Section 4. Operation of the Radiotelemetry Network4-3FIGURE 4-2. PC208W Setup Window/Schedule Tab4.1.4 General Communication - PC208W Connect Windo

Section 4. Operation of the Radiotelemetry Network4-4FIGURE 4-3. PC208W Connect Window, Tools Tab4.2 Datalogger Initiated CommunicationsThe datalog

A-1Appendix A. Setting the Station IDEach RF310M, including the one in the RF base station, must have a unique Station ID.Each RF modem has nine dip

Appendix A. Setting the Station IDA-221 1010 1000X 64 0000 0010X 107 1101 0110X22 0110 1000X 65 1000 0010X 108 0011 0110X23 1110 1000X 66 0100 0010X

Appendix A. Setting the Station IDA-3SWITCHES SWITCHES SWITCHESID 123456789 ID 1234 56789 ID 1234 5678941 1001 0100X 84 0010 1010X 127 1111 1110X42 0

Appendix A. Setting the Station IDA-4152 0001 1001X 195 1100 0011X 238 0111 0111X153 1001 1001X 196 0010 0011X 239 1111 0111X154 0101 1001X 197 1010

B-1Appendix B. Alternate Base StationConfigurationsThe basic base station consists of a computer and the RF310B Base Station. There areother options

CSI Maxon Radiotelemetry Network Table of Contents 3-7 The RF310B Base Station ... 3-1

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-2Phone to RF: Select the proper calling modem from the “Modem Pick List”.The calling modem is conn

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-3Phone to RF: Each datalogger field site needs the “Dialed Using RF95 Path:”set. This is the addre

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-4RF310MRF310/312FIGURE B-1. Portable Base StationB.3 Phone-to-RF Base Station with MeasurementCa

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-5The correct calling modem (connected to computer) should be selected fromthe “Modem Pick List”. T

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-6The RF Modem (RF1) works with the default settings. Each datalogger fieldsite needs the “Dialed U

Appendix B. Alternate Base Station ConfigurationsB-7RF310MRF310/312FIGURE B-2. Phone-To-RF Base StationRF310MRF310/312FIGURE B-3. Phone-To-RF Base

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C-1Appendix C. Power CalculationsThere must be enough transmission power in any RF link to completecommunication. The sources of power are the radio

Appendix C. Power CalculationsC-2Power ConversionConversion of Watts to dBm can be done with the following formula.dBm = 10 * Log((Watts)/0.001)

D-1Appendix D. Fundamentals ofRadiotelemetryD.1 Radio WavesRadiotelemetry is the process of transferring information (data) in the form ofradio wave

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Appendix D. Fundamentals of RadiotelemetryD-2efficient, and to isolate the radio waves from the common low frequency man-made noise.The main forms of

Appendix D. Fundamentals of RadiotelemetryD-3blocks, modulates the radio's carrier wave, and stores information oncommunication quality.The user

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E-1Appendix E. RF310M StatesThe RF310M Modem operates in one of two separate states. The RF310M can be utilizedin either the RF310M-ME (Modem Enable

Appendix E. RF310M StatesE-2is transmitted on the rising edge of CLK/HS. The RF310M completesaddressing when the eighth bit is received.The synchron

F-1Appendix F. SpecificationsSpecifications -RF310 and RF312 Radios GeneralEquipment Type Data RadioPerformance Specifications TIA/EIA-603 & ETS

Appendix F. SpecificationsF-2Audio Frequency Response Within +1/-3dB of 6dB octave@300 Hz to 2.55 kHz for 12.5 kHz C.S.@300 Hz to 3.0 kHz for 25 kHz

Appendix F. SpecificationsF-312.5 kHz CP < 40Db with PSOPHReceiver Response Time <16 mSSquelch Opening Range RF level for 6 to 14 dB SinadSquel

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aGlossaryAntenna - Device for radiating and receiving radio signals.Attenuation - The reduction of an electrical signal without appreciabledistortion.

1-1Section 1. General RadiotelemetryNetwork1.1 IntroductionData retrieval from a remote site can be difficult. To accomplish datacollection from is

GlossarybRadio - Device which transmits and receives electrical signals by means ofradio waves.Radio Frequency - The number of cycles per second with

GlossarycVHF (Very High Frequency) - Carrier frequencies commonly in the range of130 to 174 MHz.VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) - The ratio of the

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Section 1. General Radiotelemetry Network1-2FIGURE 1-1. A Basic RF Telemetry Network1.2 Field StationPurpose: The field station is where the measur

Section 1. General Radiotelemetry Network1-3RF310MFIGURE 1-2. A CR10(X) Field Station1.3 Base StationPurpose: A base station utilizes a computer to