User's Manual

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DO NOT USE ANY POWER SUPPLY OTHER THAN THE ONE
INCLUDED WITH THE RECEIVER! DO NOT SUPPLY POWER
OTHER THAN 110-220 VAC OR DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
The MIL connector is also used for programming and updating the Echo
®
Receiver. A
special RS232 to MIL connector cable (optional) connects a computer to the receiver.
For specific information on how to program or update the receiver, consult the
“Programming the Receiver” section of this manual.
Connection B – Industrial Ethernet
The Ethernet connector is used to connect the receiver to your network or stand alone
computer. An industrial Ethernet connector is optional but might be ideal for dirty
industrial environments because the boot will provide some additional protection.
If a standalone computer is used a crossover cable is NOT needed. When
connecting the computer to your network, the MAC address is
conveniently located on the top of the unit.
Connection C – N Antenna Connection
The receiver’s N connection is used for the antenna input. The antenna may either be
directly mounted to the receiver or connected with low loss antenna cable. For specific
instructions on locating and mounting a remote antenna, please consult the Echo
®
System
Installation Manual.
Locating and Installing the Receiver
The receiver must be located near a source of 110-220VAC power and an Ethernet
network connection. The antenna should be located centrally to the area of interest. A
good strategy is to map out your facility and mark possible locations of the receivers.
Based on location and survey testing choose the optimal location. For specific
information on this process, please consult the “Echo
®
Wireless System Manual”.
The receiver is included with mounting hardware which may be useful for installing it at
your location. The receiver should be physically located where it can be accessed with
the programming cable should settings need to be adjusted.
You may use the short antenna provided with the receiver for testing, setup, and in cases
were the sensors are close to the receiver. To improve the performance, a 6 dBi gain
antenna is recommended and mounted in an elevated location. In some cases a higher
gain antenna, generally not to exceed 8 dBi, can be used. The antenna should be
connected to the receiver using low loss antenna (add spec) cable. For specific
information consult the “Echo
®
Wireless System Manual”.
Proper planning and locating the receiver in the best location can cause
drastic performance enhancement. Remember – you will need to access
the box with the programming cable.
Caution
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