AquaMon® Installation Guide for Installation Guide for CHB5000BGWS Monitoring System

AquaMon Single Node System with Attached Weather Station

Installation Guide for CHB5000BGWS Monitoring System containing:

• GSM RF Cell Radio


• Above Canopy Weather Station with Dew Point and Precipitation


• Above Canopy Peak Wind Velocity and Direction


• In Canopy Temperature/Humidity Sensors


• Solar Panel with Battery Charger


• Primary Sealed Battery

*Note: the image above is for illustration purposes only and does NOT include all options available for all variants of the CHB5000Xxx product family.

INTRODUCTION

This document contains installation instructions for the Cermetek CHB5000BGWS, Wireless Monitoring Network containing a GSM RF Cell Radio, Solar Panel, Davis ISS Weather Station and various Sensors.  The CHB5000BGWS Wireless Monitoring Network permits monitoring of water pressure, temperature, humidity, peak wind velocity and direction, dew point and precipitation.  The CHB5000BGWS is powered by a solar panel via a rechargeable sealed battery.

Additionally, maximum and minimum Alarm Set Point Limits can be established for parameters selected by the user to be used to automatically trigger activities should the monitored parameter(s) violate the user specified Alarm Set Point Limits.  An example of usage of this feature would be:

• Send alarm messages by email and/or TXT to cell phones when monitored temperature drops below a minimum value (such as 32°F).

CHB5000BGWS MONITORING NETWORK with RF CELL RADIO CONFIGURATION

Figure 1: Block Diagram of CHB5000BGWS Monitoring Network.

THEORY OF OPERATION

Referring to the block diagram in Figure 1, the basic CHB5000BGWS System is self-contained and consists of the two basic sub-systems:

• Base Station and associated hardware.
• Remote Sensor Viewing Platform (RSVP®) software.

Specific equipment supplied by Cermetek and included as part of the Base Station:

• GSM RF Cell Radio.
• Above Canopy Weather Station.
• Above Canopy Peak Wind Velocity and Direction.
• Above Canopy Dew Point and Precipitation Sensors.
• In Canopy Temperature/Humidity Sensors with Radiation Shield.

• Battery (to be used as a primary power source).
• Battery charging circuitry.

• Solar panel.
• Various Mounting Brackets for Base Station, Solar Panel and Weather Station.

Items supplied by Cermetek to allow access to the Internet and to RSVP:

• GSM Cell Network Access Account.
• RSVP Login USERNAME and PASSWORD.


Solar Panel w/cable



Battery and Cable



CHB5000BGWS Base Station with Davis Envoy Module

           
Radiation Shield w/Temp Humidity Sensors



Davis ISS Weather Station w/Dew Point and Precipitation Sensors

Figure 2. Images of CHB5000BGWS components supplied by Cermetek.

USER SUPPLIED equipment includes:

• Standard (or pole) to which GSM RF Cell Radio Base Station is to be attached.  Cermetek recommends using a pole with a 1 3/8 inch OD.
• Work Station, PC, iPhone, iPad, etc.
• Internet Access Account.

CHB5000BGWS Base Station.  The Base Station serves dual purposes:

• It is the central controlling point that manages system power, queries sensor I/O ports and sends/receives data to/from the Internet.
• Provides a hardware interface to the sensors.

Functionally, the Base Station serves as a gateway to the Internet, collects sensor data and coordinates data flowing from Cermetek's RSVP Web based Internet platform to/from each sensor.

Data (i.e., monitored parameter values) collected from sensors and the Davis Weather Station is cached in the Base Station and periodically (the period is user definable but no more often than once per minute) transmitted via the GSM RF Cell module to the internet.  Besides sensor data, Base  Station Health  Status information is transmitted allowing assessment of such items as remaining battery charge and solar panel charging performance.

Base Station Battery and Solar Panel Operation.  The Base Station is indirectly powered by the supplied Solar Panel but directly powered by the Battery.  This architecture is needed to provide continuous and uninterrupted power to the Base Station as the output power of the Solar Panel varies throughout the day and, of course, ceases during the evening hours.

Davis ISS Weather Station Operation.  The Davis Weather Station is not tethered with an electrical hard wired connection to the Base Station.  This configuration allows the end user to locate the weather station up to 500ft (line-of-sight) from the Base Station.  All data collected by the Davis Station is transmitted wirelessly at 900MHz to the Davis Envoy Module attached to the inside surface of the Base Station enclosure cover.

The Solar Radiation Shield is necessary to protect the air temperature and humidity sensor from direct sunlight which would create erroneous readings.

RSVP Web Host.  The CHB5000BGWS System is web based.  All system supported activities and functions are designed to be performed via the Internet.  Typical functions/activities such as establishing/modifying Alarm Set Point Limits as well as viewing archived data is accomplished over the Internet by utilizing the Remote Sensor Viewing Platform (RSVP) software.  A subscription to Cermetek's Web Based Data Hosting Services is required for access to internet related services.

RSVP Software.  RSVP is a web based application that is accessed from any hardware platform running a commercially available browser.  Among the browsers supported by the RSVP software are such widely used products as: Internet Explorer?, Safari?, FireFox?, Mozilla?, Opera?, and Google Chrome?.

RSVP permits remote access to the sensors in the network and their associated archived data from any Internet enabled PC or MAC hardware platform (including Desktop and Laptop devices) as well as Internet enabled Cell Phones, iPads?, etc.  Access to the CHB5000BGWS RSVP account is via the Cermetek web page located at www.aquamon.net.  A Ceremtek supplied Login USERNAME and PASSWORD is required.  An RSVP account can be obtained by contacting Sales at Cermetek.

Archived Data.  Cermetek's Web Based Data Hosting Services automatically archive user sensor data.  Access to all user data is controlled via a user defined password. Additionally, a backup copy of user data is maintained by Cermetek for a minimum period of 3 years.  For additional data retention services, please contact Sales at Cermetek for more detailed information and pricing.

Archived data can be retrieved using Cermetek's RSVP software.  Retrieved data is downloaded in XLS (i.e., MS EXCEL?) format and may be stored locally (at the user's discretion).  A subscription to Cermetek's Web Based Data Hosting Services is required for access to internet related services.

LIST OF DOCUMENTS and MATERIALS PROVIDED BY CERMETEK

The following documents are provided by Cermetek:

• Cermetek document # 607-1015, CHB5000BGWS System Installation Guide: Wireless Monitoring Network containing a GSM RF Cell Radio, Above Canopy Davis ISS Weather Station, Above Canopy Peak Wind Velocity and Direction Sensors, Canopy Temperature/Humidity Sensors, Solar Panel and Primary Sealed Battery.
• Cermetek document # 607-1101, RSVP Software User's Introduction Guide.

The following products, services and materials are provided by Cermetek:

• Cermetek CHB5000BGWS Base Station with GSM RF Cell Radio and Sensor Node I/O Interface Board.
• RF Base Station Mounting Hardware.
• I/O Sensor Matrix with sensors and attached cabling.
• Above Canopy Davis ISS Weather Station.
• Above Canopy Peak Wind Velocity and Direction Sensors.
• In Canopy Temperature/Humidity Sensors.
• Solar Panel and Mounting Hardware.
• Battery and charging circuitry.
• Remote Sensor Viewing Platform (RSVP) Software.
• SIM card and associated GSM RF Cell Network Account.
• RSVP Login USERNAME and PASSWORD.

LIST OF MATERIALS TO BE PROVIDED BY END USER

The following materials are to be provided by the End User:

• PC or MAC hardware platform running a commercially available browser. Among the browsers supported by the RSVP software are such widely used products as Internet Explorertrade;, Safari?, FireFox?, Mozilla?, Opera?, and Google Chrome?.
• Standard (10 foot galvanized 1 3/8 inch OD recommended) suitable for mounting the Solar Panel, Base Station and associated Sensor suite.
• Internet Access.

NETWORK BASE STATION Installation
The CHB5000BGWS Base Station with GSM RF Cell Radio is the component that simultaneously communicates with the Internet via an established cell network and collects data from both the Davis Weather Station and the attached sensors.  See Figure 2 for images of the various hardware components that comprise the CHB5000BGWS system.

Installation of the Base Station requires physical connection of the Base Station, the Solar Panel and the Davis ISS Weather Station to the USER SUPPLIED standard (or pole).  Hardware mounting brackets are supplied by Cermetek.

The following electrical components are supplied by Cermetek and are shipped already CONNECTED to the Davis ISS Weather Station:

• Above Canopy Temperature Sensor.
• Above Canopy Dew Point and Precipitation Sensors.
• Wind Velocity and Direction Anemometer.

No additional electrical connections are required for full functionality.

SAFETY NOTE
The CHB5000BGWS Base Station is supplied with the Battery and Charging Circuitry pre-wired to all internal connections EXCLUDING CONNECTION OF THE BATTERY AND THE SOLAR PANEL.  YOUR SYSTEM SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WITH THE BATTERY DISCONNECTED FOR YOUR SAFETY.

The following components require electrical connection to the Base Station:

• Solar Panel.
• Battery.
• In Canopy Temperature and Humidity Sensors.

Internet Registration is automatic once power is provided to the Base Station.  No external configuration is required.



Figure 3: Image of internal circuitry of the CHB5000BGWS Base Station. Critical sub-systems and various electrical connection points are identified but exact locations may vary depending on the specific CHB5000Xxx system variant.

HARDWARE Installation PROCEDURE
Follow the step-by-step procedure outlined below to attach the Base Station, Solar Panel, Davis ISS Weather Station and sensors.

INSTALLATION NOTE
It is STRONGLY recommended that the standard (pole) be anchored in cement to insure proper wind/weather stability.

Step 1:    Install the USER SUPPLIED standard (pole) to which the Base Station, the Davis ISS Weather Station and the Solar Panel are to be attached per the instructions provided by the standard (pole) manufacturer.  Ensure that the standard is securely anchored in the ground.  A minimum depth of 2 feet is recommended.  See Figures 4A-4L for images of typical installations.


INSTALLATION NOTE
The Davis ISS Weather Station is typically installed at the top of the user supplied standard (pole) well above the foliage canopy.  However, certain applications may dictate an alternate installation location.  The Davis ISS Weather Station's 900MHz RF radio link allows placement of the unit anywhere within 500ft (line-of-sight) of the Base Station.  Refer to Figures 4A-4L for images of typical installations.

Step 2:    Ready the Davis ISS Weather Station for service.

• Prepare the Rain Gauge by removing the Rain Bucket and cutting the tie-strap that was used to secure the tipping cup during transportation.  Replace the Rain Bucket.
• Remove the Solar Panel on the ISS Weather Station.  Install the 3V Li battery.
• Replace the ISS on the Solar Panel.



Figure 4A.  Pumping Installation.       



Figure 4B.  Almond Installation.        



Figure 4C.  Citrus Installation.



Figure 4D.  Citrus Installation.           



Figure 4E.  Citrus Installation.           



Figure 4F.  Citrus Installation.



Figure 4G.  Almond Installation.        



Figure 4H.  Home Installation.            



Figure 4I.  Almond Installation.



Figure 4J.  Almond Installation.         



Figure 4K.  Almond Installation.        



Figure 4L.  Almond Installation.


Figures 4A-4L.  Images of field installation sites.  Note that installations vary to accommodate unique requirements present at each location.

Step 3: Mount the Davis ISS Weather Station to the top of the standard (pole)

• Face the ISS Solar Panel towards the South.

Step 4: Mount the Solar Panel to the standard (pole) below the Davis ISS Weather Station approximately 4 to 8 feet above the anticipated placement of the Base Station enclosure using the attached hardware.  Actual positioning will vary depending on standard (pole) dimensions and location.  See Figure 6B.

• Face the Solar Panel towards the South.  Tie strap the cable to the standard (pole).
• Adjust the elevation of the Solar Panel to match the latitude.


INSTALLATION NOTE
Ensure that the Solar Panel placement allows the panel to receive a minimum of 8 hours of direct sunlight each day.

SOLAR PANEL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT EXAMPLE
The Fresno, CA Central Valley area is located at latitude 37 Degrees.  Therefore, a Solar Panel installed in the Fresno, CA Central Valley area would have a Solar Panel elevation angle of approximately 37 Degrees.

Step 5: Mount the In Canopy Temperature/Humidity Solar Radiation Shield to the standard (pole) BELOW the Solar Panel and approximately 2 to 4 feet above the anticipated location of the Base Station using the hardware provided. See Figure 6C.



Figure 5.  Image of Davis ISS Weather Station.



Figure 6A. Base Station enclosure.



Figure 6B. Solar Panel with cable.  



Figure 6C. In Canopy Radiation Shield with cable.

Figure 6A, 6B and 6C: Images of CHB5000BGWS Base Station, Solar Panel and In Canopy Radiation Shield with mounting hardware visible.

Step 6: Attach the Base Station enclosure to the standard (pole) approximately 3 to 5 feet off the ground and approximately 2 to 4 feet below the In Canopy Temperature/Humidity Solar Radiation Shield using the hardware provided.  See Figure 6A.

The sensors are connected to the Base Station using separate terminals and to various dedicated connectors located inside the Base Station enclosure.  See Figures 3 and 9.  All sensors are supplied by Cermetek.

It is necessary to connect all sensors to the Base Station unit PRIOR to connecting power to the Base Station.  Follow Steps 7-12 to perform the required electrical connections.


SAFETY WARNING
DO NOT connect the Battery to the Base Station until all the Sensors have been connected to the appropriate Sensor I/O Terminal Blocks.  Failure to follow this precaution may cause damage to the Sensor I/O Board and/or may damage the Base Station Mother Board.



Figure 7. Image of electrical connection of In Canopy Sensors to Davis Envoy Module.

Base Station IN CANOPY ELECTRICAL Installation PROCEDURE
Step 7:    Connect the In Canopy Sensors to the Base Station by guiding the In Canopy Sensor cable thru the 1st (i.e., Left most) gland.  Connect the In Canopy Sensor cable to the Davis Envoy Module located on the inside of the Base Station cover.  See figure 7.


WARNING
Ensure that the POSITIVE (+) Terminal of the Solar Panel is connected to the POSITIVE (+) position on the Mother Board and that the NEGATIVE (-) Terminal of the Solar Panel is connected to the NEGATIVE (-) position on the Mother Board.  Failure to do this may damage the Base Station Mother Board and void the warranty.


INSTALLATION NOTE
As delivered from the factory, NO ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO THE SENSOR INTERFACE BOARD ARE REQUIRED FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE STANDARD CHB5000BGWS SYSTEM.

Base Station SOLAR PANEL ELECTRICAL Installation PROCEDURE
Step 8:    Connect the Solar Panel to the Base Station by guiding the Solar Panel cable thru the 1st (i.e., Left most) gland.  See Figure 8A.  Connect the Solar Panel cable to Connector J2 (labeled Solar Input) on the Mother Board.  See figure 8B.

OPTIONAL SENSOR ELECTRICAL Installation PROCEDURE
Figure 8 contains an image of the CHB5000BGWS Sensor Interface board.  As well as providing connections for the 3 Quick response Soil Moisture Sensors, the Sensor Interface board also contains connections for FUTURE additions of optional sensors including: sensors for Temperature, Humidity, Pressure and Switch Closures.  An optional weather station is also available.  The sensors and weather station are available from Cermetek as upgrades to the CHB5000BGWS product and may be obtained from Cermetek Customer Service/Sales.



Figure 8A and 8B.  Images of electrical connection of Solar Panel to CHB5000BGWS Base Station Mother Board.



Figure 9. Image of CHB5000BGWS Sensor Interface Board and Connector J1.


BATTERY ELECTRICAL Installation PROCEDURE
Step 9:    Connect the Battery Cable to Connector J1 (labeled TIP+) on the Mother Board BEFORE connecting the battery cable to the battery.  See figure 10A below. Note that the Battery Cable has POSITIVE TIP voltage.


SAFETY WARNING
Connect the Battery Cable to Connector J1 on the Mother Board PRIOR to connecting the Battery Cable to the Terminals of the Battery.  Failure to follow this precaution may cause damage to the Sensor I/O Board, may damage the Base Station Mother Board and/or may cause injury to personnel performing this installation.

Figure 10A. Battery Cable Connection on Mother  Board   



Figure 10B.   Battery Cable connections to Battery.
                          Board.

Step 10:   Connect Battery Cable to Battery as indicated below.  See Figure 10B.

• Positive Terminal = RED Wire
• Negative Terminal = BLACK Wire

Step 11:   Mount Battery on Velcro tape located on inside bottom of Base Station Enclosure.

Step 12:   Close and secure the Base Station enclosure cover.

RSVP Software Installation
The Remote Sensor Viewing Platform (RSVP) Software is used to access Cermetek's Web Based device control, sensor monitoring and data display and archival network.  The RSVP software is a web based application.  It is accessed from any PC or MAC hardware platform running a commercially supplied web browser.  No installation is required.  However, a subscription to Cermetek's Web Based Data Hosting Services is required for access.  Cermetek will provide the user with an initial Login USERNAME and PASSWORD.   The user may change the PASSWORD at any time once the user has successfully logged onto the RSVP web site.

Follow the step-by-step procedure below to access the RSVP Web site.

Step 13:   Login to the Internet using User supplied Internet provider (ISP).

Step 14:   Access any commercially available web browser.

Step 15:   Type the following in the Web browser URL window:  http//: www.aquamon.net



Figure 11: Image of the RSVP Web Site USERNAME and PASSWORD Login page.

Step 16:   Type the Cermetek supplied USERNAME and PASSWORD in the Web Site LOGIN screen (see Figure 11), when displayed.

Refer to Cermetek document 607-1100, RSVP Software User's Introduction Guide, for a Power Point? tutorial containing instructions and examples for use of the RSVP software.

Using the Display Software
Refer to Cermetek document 607-1100, RSVP Software User's Introduction Guide, for an MS Power Point? tutorial and examples for use of the software.

ADDITIONAL Software TUTORIALS
Cermetek document 607-1101, Weather Station Demonstration, contains an MS Power Point? tutorial highlighting the data available from the weather station and provides examples for display of the collected weather data using Cermetek's RSVP web site.

Cermetek document 607-1102, Moisture Sensor Demonstration, contains an MS Power Point? tutorial highlighting the data available from connected moisture sensors and provides examples for display of the collected moisture sensor data using Cermetek's RSVP web site.