Delta-T M Enclosure for GP2 User Manual
Delta-T M Enclosure for GP2 is a weatherproof enclosure designed for use with the M2 mast and GP2 data logger. It offers greater weather protection, electrical shielding, and security compared to the Logger Canopy. The enclosure is built to IP54 standard, features a side opening door with twin locks, a gland plate with 12 cable glands, and mounting brackets for a two inch diameter pole. It also includes trunking for tidy cable routing and an earthed back plate and strap. It is designed for applications like environmental monitoring, weather stations, and data logging in challenging outdoor conditions.
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User Manual for the M Enclosure for GP2 Type M-ENCL-B2 Delta-T Devices Ltd M-ENCL-B2 -UM-5.0 Notices Copyright All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Delta-T Devices Ltd. Under the law, copying includes translation into another language. Copyright © 2013 Delta-T Devices Limited. CE conformity The CE marking identifies this product as complying with all relative directives in the European Union (EU). For the GP2 weather station this may include one or more of the following products: Design changes Delta-T Devices Ltd reserves the right to change the designs and specifications of its products at any time without prior notice. User Manual Version: 5 Delta-T Devices Ltd 130, Low Road, Burwell CAMBRIDGE CB25 0EJ U.K. Mar 2014 Tel: +44 1638 742922 Fax: +44 1638 743155 e-mail: [email protected] www: www.delta-t.co.uk Contents Introduction 5 Health and Safety 6 Installation 7 SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit 12 GPRS Modem type MD-GPRS-1 15 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 16 Appendix 30 Environmental specifications 38 Maintenance 39 Warranty and Service 40 Summary of Features Scope of This Manual 5 5 Manual Handling Batteries 6 6 Description of Equipment Mounting the Enclosure 7 9 Wiring Considerations when mounting solar panel 13 14 Modem communication with Loggers Wiring Obtain a SIM card Fit SIM card Configure, Test or Add Text Message to modem Create a modem connection in DeltaLINK GSMConfig Screenshots Leakage and condensation Desiccant Repairs and Spares Terms and Conditions of Sale Service, Repairs and Spares M ENCL User Manual v5 18 19 23 24 25 29 30 39 39 39 40 41 Introduction 3 Technical Support 41 Troubleshooting 42 Index 44 Problems 4 Introduction 42 M ENCL User Manual v5 Introduction Summary of Features The enclosure is designed for use with the M2 mast. It is an alternative to the Logger Canopy and provides greater weather protection, electrical shielding, and security for a GP2 and accessories. • Weatherproof to IP54 standard • Side opening door with twin locks • Gland plate with 12 cable glands • Two inch diameter pole mounting brackets (2 off) • Trunking for tidy cable routing • Earthed back plate and strap Scope of This Manual This manual contains details of performance and specification of the M-ENCL-B2 for use with a GP2 logger, and describes its installation with the M2 mast and with solar power and GSM modem options. See also: GP2 User Manual DeltaLINK software Help Using dial-up modems with DeltaLINK Solar Panel manufacturer’s instructions Solar charge controller operating manual M ENCL User Manual v5 Introduction 5 Health and Safety Manual Handling The enclosure is quite heavy and awkward to grip. Please take extra care and follow health and safety guidelines for manual handling in all aspects of lifting or moving this product Batteries The M-ENCL-B2 enclosure if fitted with a SOL4 Kit at Delta-T and LBAT4 battery is designed to minimise the risk of explosion. Do not use non-approved batteries or other battery charger/regulators in un-ventilated enclosures. See also Warnings on page 13 6 Health and Safety M ENCL User Manual v5 Installation Description of Equipment M-ENCL-B2 Layout Figure 1 The M-ENCL-B2 enclosure M ENCL User Manual v5 Installation 7 M-ENCL-B2 with GP2, Modem, Solar battery charger and 12V battery Modem Solar regulator /charger Battery Figure 2 View inside the M-ENCL enclosure showing a GP2 logger controller, a GSM modem, a solar panel battery regulator-charger and a 10Ah LBAT4 battery 8 Installation M ENCL User Manual v5 Unpacking Check for any damage that may have occurred to the consignment in transit. Check that the contents of the consignment agree with the Packing List. If any damage or shortage is apparent, notify the distributors and the carriers immediately. Make a note of any equipment serial numbers, as these will be needed in any subsequent warranty claims, repairs or recalibration. Mounting the Enclosure Height and orientation First determine at what height and rotation on the M2 mast or pole you want to mount the enclosure. Electrical Shielding Thorough shielding of all the metal components of the enclosure is achieved with low impedance earth braids fitted with ring or spade tags. An earth cable is supplied with the enclosure to attach the case to an earth stake. For the best earth connect it to the 1m copper Grounding Rod and Strap type WS-GRK. Assembly to mast The enclosure is mounted to the mast using two U bolt assemblies that will require disassembly prior fitting. It will also require extra assistance in order to make the installation process easier. Partially assemble the top U-bolt and clamp to the mast and whilst the assistant keeps these in place, offer the enclosure over the two M8 threaded studs, and fit the two M8 nuts over the exposed threads inside the enclosure. Warning: Please recognise Health and Safety precautions when lifting heavy and awkward loads. Also be careful that the door does not swing shut and trap fingers at this stage of installation. Repeat the procedure for the second U-bolt assembly under the base of the enclosure. Once correct height and orientation is established then tighten all four nuts with a 15mm socket wrench. M ENCL User Manual v5 Installation 9 Fitting the Logger Most enclosure systems are assembled at the factory with the GP2 data logger fitted. The logger is mounted directly onto the plate of the enclosure using four sets of hexagonal pillars. Figure 3 Mounting the enclosure on the mast and the GP2 in the enclosure Remove the logger lid and insert an M4 bolt into each of the hollow “legs”. Offer the logger up against the back plate over the threaded inserts and tighten i using a Pozidrive no 2 screwdriver. Complete by re-fitting the lid of the logger quickly to reduce the exposure of the desiccant bag to atmosphere. 10 Installation M ENCL User Manual v5 Gland plate and sensor cables The gland plate is screwed to the underside of the enclosure, and is sealed with a foam gasket. Feed the sensor cables through the gland plate, and tighten up the glands to seal them. You may need to provide extra sleeves if the cables are less than about 5 mm diameter. Extra cable glands are fitted to enable further ancillary equipment to be easily incorporated into the system. Please ensure that un-used cable glands are blocked to prevent moisture ingress and condensation. System Earth To comply with Health and Safety requirements the complete system should be correctly earthed. The M2 Enclosure is provided with a 2m earth cable terminated in an M8 bolt ring for connection to an earth stake such as the optional WS-GRK. Warning: If there is any doubt concerning electrical connection or earth arrangements please contact Delta-T or the local agent. M ENCL User Manual v5 Installation 11 SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit This includes: • 30 W solar panel • Solar panel mounting bracket and U bolts • Solar regulator/battery charger • Cables Figure 4 The SOL4-KIT2 items 12 SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit M ENCL User Manual v5 Wiring Power Fuse (6.3A 20mm) Power Power Battery Figure 5 SOL4-KIT2 wiring scheme when used with a GP2 and 12 V battery Warnings Observe the warnings given in the solar panel guide and the operating manual for the solar charge controller. Cover the panel before wiring it up to avoid electric shock from bare wires. Observe the polarity requirements of both the solar panel and the solar charge controller. Mount the charge controller vertically and in the same chamber as the battery. Only used Delta-T approved sealed lead-acid batteries. Use of other batteries or battery chargers can cause hydrogen gas production which can explode unless installed in a well-ventilated enclosure. M ENCL User Manual v5 SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit 13 Considerations when mounting solar panel Observe the warnings above, of course. Tilt it to the angle of latitude, or in high latitudes up to 10 degrees more, to capture more light early in the day. N You may wish to place the panel to shield your logger enclosure from the sun. 90-θ θ θ Do not site an air temperature or RH sensor directly above the panel, rising hot air may distort ambient readings. r to ua Eq Assembly Mounting bracket, bolts, cabling and U bolts are provided • Assemble the two halves of the solar panel bracket with the bolts provided. See also the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with the mounting kit. • Attach the bracket to the mast (not provided). • Cover the solar panel to exclude light before installing it. • Add the solar panel. See also: Solar panel Instruction Sheet and a separate Appendix and Wiring diagram and any Warnings on the back of Solar Panel. • Attach the power cable from the Solsum solar charger/regulator to the screw terminals on the back of the solar panel, as indicated in the wiring diagram on the back of the solar panel. Brown = positive, blue = negative. See also: Solar Charge Controller’s instructions for the Solsum 6 and any instructions supplied by the solar panel manufacturer. 14 SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit M ENCL User Manual v5 GPRS Modem type MD-GPRS-1 Please refer to the GPRS Modem User Manual. This is available at www.delta-t.co.uk and on the Delta-T Software and Manuals DVD M ENCL User Manual v5 GPRS Modem type MD-GPRS-1 15 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 Figure 6 The GSM modem with DB9 RS232 connector top left, antenna connector top right and a power cable at bottom The MD-GSM-2 modem (if ordered withan M2 Enclosure) is pre-installed in the enclosure, but you will need to obtain and install your own sim card . The modem has an Rj11 connector for power. The modem has an RS232 (DB9) connector for communicating with the logger and a round (50 Ohm FME male) connector for attaching to the antenna cable. An external source of 5-32 VDC power is required for the modem. This is normally supplied via a lead acid battery such as the LBAT4 10Ah battery which can fit inside the M-ENCL enclosure. The solution we provide routes the external battery power through a GP2 and onto the GP2 serial communication and power network cabling using a cable harness - which connects to the modem serial and power sockets. See also Modem to GP2 cable harness on page 21 This means the same power is available to other loggers connected to the the GP2 via a GP2 cabling network. For further information on GP2 network cabling see the GP2 User manual. 16 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 Figure 7 Modem parts M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 17 Modem communication with Loggers To connect to a logger in the field requires two modems, one at each end of the phone line. These instructions cover the modem used at the logger end. If the modem and logger are ordered together from Delta-T then the modem will arrive pre-wired and configured. The MD-GSM-2 modem includes accessories for use at the logger end. A modem configured for use with a GP2 logger will also work GP1 and 1 DL6 loggers but not DL2e Loggers . Figure 8 Upper diagram shows the modem in normal use, the lower diagram shows it connected directly to a PC while it is being configured using the GSMConfig software. All Delta-T supplied modems come pre-configured. 1 (DL2e loggers need to communicate at a different speed, and also you need different cables – contact Delta-T for help) 18 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 An RS232 cable is provided to temporarily connect the GSM modem (at the logger) directly to a PC. This needs to be done just once when configuring the modem. We provide configuration software GSMConfig to configure the modem and describe how to do it in the following pages. Note: Once the MD-GSM-2 modem has been configured to work with your logger, the internal non–volatile memory ensures that these settings will remain even if the unit is removed, or power is removed Wiring A cable harness is provided with an M12 5-way connector for connecting to the GP2 logger, and a DB9 connector for connecting to the modem. The DB9 connector also has a 2 wire cable with bare leads which can be connected to a GP2 relay for triggering a text message stored in the modem. A separate RS232 cable is provided for connecting the modem to a PC when configuring the modem. The aerial if installed by Delta-T is mounted through the enclosure top. M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 19 Modem with solar charger and battery wiring Serial communications and power cable harness GP2 to modem Power Modem Antenna Enable text message Power Power Power Fuse (6.3A 20mm) Battery Figure 9 The wiring scheme for a GP2 data logger controller with a SOL4KIT2 solar powered charging system, an LBAT4 10Ah battery and an MD-GSM-2 modem system 20 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 Modem to GP2 cable harness Black cable GP2 serial comms and power cable Black modem to antenna cable Grey text messaging signal cable DB9 shell Flat white cable takes power from GP2 serial comms/power cable via DB9 shell to modem power connector M12 Female Connector Face View 4 9-way D Connector Solder bucket view 5 9 1 5 3 2 Connections inside shell of D connector 3 5 2 1 4 6 1 Blue 2 Grey 3 White 4 Brown 5 Black To modem RS232 D connector 6 Serial communication and power. To GP2 Yellow Blue+ Black Power to modem Rj11 connector Grey/ Black stripe Grey Optional text message signalling wires. To GP2 relay Figure 10 The cable harness used to connect the modem to the GP2 M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 21 Modem cabling when configuring it Whether in use or being configured, the modem will need 5 - 32 V DC power via the Rj11 connector. At some stages during the configuration the software tells you to remove or apply power to the modem. Modem connected to PC Power connected Modem connected to GP2 Power not connected Power connected Figure 11 Modem connections while being configured (left) and in use (centre). Figure 11 shows how to apply and remove power to the modem. You can be told to do this if using the GSMConfig software. To PC running GSMConfig To 12V battery Cable connections when configuring modem To 12V battery Cable connections in use Figure 12 Modem cable connection diagrams during configuration ()left) and when in normal use (right). 22 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 Obtain a SIM card The modem is supplied without a SIM card. It is the choice of the user to determine the most appropriate GSM network. There are also two frequencies used in the UK, 900MHz used by Vodaphone and Cellnet and 1800MHz used by One to One and Orange. When establishing the account please ask the network provider for a Data Account, as this will be subject to a cheaper monthly rate. Warning: Whatever type of account is established, it is vital that the SIM card is “Data Enabled for GSM”. This can also be called “Circuit Switched Data Enabled”. Note this is different from being enabled for internet data i.e. as used in mobile phones and GPRS. Please make sure that when ordering that the network provider confirms this requirment The modem will not function correctly if this requirment is not met. Normally three telephone numbers are received with each account, Audio, Fax and Data. The Data phone number is the one to use, but check with the network provider if there is no separate Data number. Check that the SIM card PIN number is not enabled by placing the SIM card in a normal GSM phone. Switch on the phone and if “need to insert the PIN number” message appears, use the phone’s menu to disable this function. If there is no message then it has already been done. M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 23 Fit SIM card Figure 13 Fitting a SIM card Place the SIM card in the modem as shown in Fig 13. Warning: Take care to fit the SIM card the right way up, ensure the card holder slides freely into the modem. Connect the battery or power supply to power the modem up and check the network connection. Power up LED (green LED in the middle) The modem has a green power up LED, as depicted below, which is used to indicate various operating states. These states are described in following table. Operating state of CT63 Terminal Power up LED state Device off Permanently off net search / not registered Fast blinking registered full service Slow blinking A call is active Permanently on 24 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 Configure, Test or Add Text Message to modem If your modem is supplied by Delta-T it will have already been preconfigured and is ready to use. If you have no need for the text messaging option then you may skip this section and go to Create a modem connection in DeltaLINK on page 29. This section describes how to use the GSM modem configuration software GSMConfig to: Configure the modem Test your modem connection Add a text message for sending to a mobile phone See also the complete sequence of Appendix GSMConfig Screenshots on page 30. M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 25 To configure the modem: You do not need to do this if you obtained your modem from Delta-T. Go to Create a modem connection in DeltaLINK on page 29. You need a PC with RS232 serial port or USB RS232 adapter. 1. Disconnect the modem from serial cable in the M-ENCL enclosure and connect it directly to your PC serial port using PC-modem serial cable GSM-RS-DB9 as shown in Figure 11. 2. From the PC Start menu select Programs, Delta-T Devices, DeltaLINK, GSMConfig utility. 1. Select GP2 2. Select COM port of serial cable direct to Modem 3. Leave unchecked 4. Configure now Sit back… ...and watch the software configure it for you! If any error messages Click on Help Figure 14 The GSMConfig program. 3. Set GSM Modem will be used with: to GP2. 4. Set GSM modem is connected to: the PC COM port that you are using. 5. Click Configure modem now. Click Help for additional on-screen instructions. 26 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 To test your modem connection: Complete stage 1-4 on page 26 then 5. Connect your PC modem to a telephone line, and enter the connection details as shown. 6. Turn your modem power off then on again. 7. Click Test GSM modem connection now Watch as the program runs through its test sequence and reports its progress. See Appendix GSMConfig Screenshots on page 30. Click Help for additional on-screen instructions. To set up text messaging: The Modem System uses the logger’s relay channel to trigger transmission of a text message to the mobile number (This section assumes you have programmed the message and number into the modem using GSMConfig as described above.) See Appendix GSMConfig Screenshots on page 30. A Enable text messaging Complete stage 1-4 on page 26 then 1. 2. Click Enable SMS text message transmission, and enter text messaging settings. Click Configure GSM modem now. Click Help for additional on-screen instructions. B Test the text message configuration 1. Reconnect the GSM modem to the Modem system cable as shown on page 22 and ensure it is powered up. 2. Briefly connect together the two wires of the text message control cable. This can be found connected to the modem via the DB9 connector on the Modem System cable – see Figure 9. M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 27 C Program the logger’s relay Refer to the GP2 User Manual and DeltaLINK online Help for information about programming the logger. D Connect the logger’s relay Connect one of the GP2 logger relay terminals to the 2-wire text message control cable which connects via the DB9 connector on the modem cable harness to the modem serial port. E Test the program and relay connection: Before starting logging: 1. Connect the logger to your PC, start DeltaLINK and select the Sensors window 2. Connect up and place sensors in conditions which should cause a text message transmission. You should hear the relay click and receive a text message shortly after. Notes on Text Messaging behaviour GP2 loggers have between 2 and 6 relays so it is possible to use one for text messaging and the remainder for, say, irrigation control. You can only send one text message. For detailed information on how the control logic works see the DeltaLINK Help. 28 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 M ENCL User Manual v5 Create a modem connection in DeltaLINK 1. Connect the GP2 to the modem using the cable harness provided as shown in Figure 9. 2. Start DeltaLINK and click Cancel when it tries to connect to a logger. 3. Select File, New, Connection. 4. In the Connection dialog, click Add… 5. In the Connection Properties dialog, enter a descriptive name for your connection, e.g. “GP1 logger on 07890 123456” and select Dial-up Telephone modem in the Connect to logger using list. 6. If you are intending to network more than one logger to the Modem System, enable Networked, and enter the logger’s type and serial number. 7. In the Details tab, select the name of your PC modem, enter the telephone number of your Modem System, and click OK. 8. Click on OK in the Connections screen. DeltaLINK will now dial and connect to your logger 9. If usisng several loggers on a nCreate a connection in DeltaLINK for each logger connected to the Modem System. . You can later select the connection that you have just created to connect to the same logger again. How to automate data retrieval GP2 Loggers: see Command line utility for automating dataset retrieval. This can be found Installed on your the desktop in the DeltaLINK Program group under Start, All Programs, DeltaLINK, Documents and on the Delta-T software and manuals DVD. M ENCL User Manual v5 GSM Modem type MD-GSM-2 29 Appendix GSMConfig Screenshots The following series of screenshots show you what to expect to see on your PC when configuring your GSM modem using the GSMConfig program: See also Configure, Test or Add Text Message to modem on page 25 The opening screen Figure 15 The opening screen of GSMConfig. 30 Appendix M ENCL User Manual v5 Configuring GSM Modem. Select GP2 Select the COM port M ENCL User Manual v5 Appendix 31 To power down the modem see Modem on page 22. 32 Appendix M ENCL User Manual v5 Watch the exchange of information with the modem sim card M ENCL User Manual v5 Appendix 33 34 Appendix M ENCL User Manual v5 Before running this test Turn your modem power off then on again M ENCL User Manual v5 Appendix 35 Test Modem (and SIM Card and Phone Line) Before running this test Turn your modem power off then on again 36 Appendix M ENCL User Manual v5 The End The End… M ENCL User Manual v5 Appendix 37 Environmental specifications M-ENCL box CEP CT63 modem Lead acid battery Charge Discharge Storage Solar Panel Solar charger/regulator Extension Cabling Static when flexing Min °C Max °C IP rating -40 -40 80 85 IP54 IP40 0 -15 -15 -40 40 50 40 85 IP54 -25 50 IP22 -30 -5 90 90 IP68 IP68 38 Environmental specifications Notes Operational Storage temperature 25-85%RH Junction box IP54 Black PUR cable M ENCL User Manual v5 Maintenance Leakage and condensation The greatest danger to instrument enclosures is from water. Any signs of moisture ingress from leakage should be tracked down and eliminated as soon as they appear. Keep the desiccant in a sealed container until you have installed all the equipment and wiring in the enclosure, and blocked off all unwanted holes. Then place the desiccant inside the enclosure before shutting the door. Desiccant Condensation in the enclosure is likely to occur if the desiccant becomes exhausted. Refresh it from time to time by heating the desiccant packs to 150°C for 4 hours, and then allow them to cool in a sealed (heat proof) container. Repairs and Spares In instances of damage or wear, some components are available as replacement parts. Check with Delta-T. M ENCL User Manual v5 Maintenance 39 Warranty and Service Terms and Conditions of Sale Our Conditions of Sale (ref: COND: 1/07) set out Delta-T's legal obligations on these matters. The following paragraphs summarise Delta-T's position but reference should always be made to the exact terms of our Conditions of Sale, which will prevail over the following explanation. Delta-T warrants that the goods will be free from defects arising out of the materials used or poor workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of delivery. Delta-T shall be under no liability in respect of any defect arising from fair wear and tear, and the warranty does not cover damage through misuse or inexpert servicing, or other circumstances beyond their control. If the buyer experiences problems with the goods they shall notify Delta-T (or Delta-T’s local distributor) as soon as they become aware of such problem. Delta-T may rectify the problem by replacing faulty parts free of charge, or by repairing the goods free of charge at Delta-T's premises in the UK during the warranty period. If Delta-T requires that goods under warranty be returned to them from overseas for repair, Delta-T shall not be liable for the cost of carriage or for customs clearance in respect of such goods. However, Delta-T requires that such returns are discussed with them in advance and may at their discretion waive these charges. Delta-T shall not be liable to supply products free of charge or repair any goods where the products or goods in question have been discontinued or have become obsolete, although Delta-T will endeavour to remedy the buyer’s problem. Delta-T shall not be liable to the buyer for any consequential loss, damage or compensation whatsoever (whether caused by the negligence of the Delta-T, their employees or distributors or otherwise) which arise from the supply of the goods and/or services, or their use or resale by the buyer. Delta-T shall not be liable to the buyer by reason of any delay or failure to perform their obligations in relation to the goods and/or services if the delay or failure was due to any cause beyond the Delta-T’s reasonable control. 40 Warranty and Service M ENCL User Manual v5 Service, Repairs and Spares Users in countries that have a Delta-T distributor or technical representative should contact them in the first instance. Spare parts for our own instruments can be supplied and can normally be despatched within a few working days of receiving an order. Spare parts and accessories for products not manufactured by Delta-T may have to be obtained from our supplier, and a certain amount of additional delay is inevitable. No goods or equipment should be returned to Delta-T without first obtaining the return authorisation from Delta-T or our distributor. On receipt of the goods at Delta-T you will be given a reference number. Always refer to this reference number in any subsequent correspondence. The goods will be inspected and you will be informed of the likely cost and delay. We normally expect to complete repairs within one or two weeks of receiving the equipment. However, if the equipment has to be forwarded to our original supplier for specialist repairs or recalibration, additional delays of a few weeks may be expected. For contact details see below. Technical Support Users in countries that have a Delta-T distributor or technical representative should contact them in the first instance. Technical Support is available on Delta-T products and systems. Your initial enquiry will be acknowledged immediately with a reference number. Make sure to quote the reference number subsequently so that we can easily trace any earlier correspondence. In your enquiry, always quote instrument serial numbers, software version numbers, and the approximate date and source of purchase where these are relevant. Contact Details: Tech Support Team Delta-T Devices Ltd 130 Low Road, Burwell, Cambridge CB25 0EJ, UK email: [email protected] email: [email protected] web: www.delta-t.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1638 742922 Fax: +44 (0)1638 743155 M ENCL User Manual v5 Warranty and Service 41 Troubleshooting Problems The Enclosure • Condensation can occur inside the enclosure and lead to corrosion or electrical shorting. Please make sure that there is adequate desiccant that has been refreshed mounted inside. See the maintenance section for guidance. • Cable Glands need to be tightened adequately and be aware that the cable diameter needs to be between 4 and 8mm in order for them to seal to specification. Please add sleeves to increase the diameter around the sealing area or fit different glands to accommodate larger diameters of cable. • Locks and keys are sources of difficulty if they are allowed to corrode. Please ensure that water repellent is applied inside the lock when there is a risk of corrosion. All locks and keys are the same and interchangeable. In the event of loss or damage please contact your local representative for replacement(s). • Heat from solar radiation can be problem; with the inside of the enclosure reaching 30°C greater than the outside air temperature. Extra shading for the enclosure can help reduce the effects of the sun at its most powerful. The Data Logger See the GP2 User Manual, the DeltaLINK Help and/or contact us at www.delta-t.co.uk/techsupport 42 Troubleshooting M ENCL User Manual v5 The Modem • SIM Card needs to be “Data enabled for GSM use” in order to function correctly. This can also be called “Circuit Switched Data Enabled”. Note this is different from internet data used in mobile phones and GPRS. Please make sure that when ordering that the network provider confirms this. • Modem Power. The modem needs 5-32 VDC and consumes up to 60mA at 12V when talking. • LED status. The green LED indicates if the modem is working - as follows: Operating state of CT63 Terminal Power up LED state Device off Permanently off net search / not registered Fast blinking registered full service Slow blinking A call is active Permanently on • Network problems associated with low signal strength and coverage are linked to some network providers and geographical locations. Please check using a mobile phone or call the provider if there is a particular coverage problem. Mounting the enclosure in a different location away from obstructions such as trees and tall buildings can prevent or reduce such occurrences. • Aerial/antennae This comes mounted on the M-ENCL enclosure. Mounting can be very important for the correct functioning of the modem. Please make sure that all connections to the aerial are correctly made and that it is mounted as high as possible to maximise its ability to transmit and collect data. M ENCL User Manual v5 Troubleshooting 43 Index Aerial/antennae, 47 Assembly, 14 batteries, 6, 13 battery charger, 12 cable glands, 11 Cable Glands, 46 cable harness, 22 CE conformity, 2 Condensation, 46 Contact, 44 Data phone number, 24 data retrieval how to automate, 31 DeltaLINK, 31 desiccant, 41 DL6, 19 earth, 9 earth cable, 11 enclosure, 5 Environmental, 40 FME, 16 gland plate, 11 GP1, 19 GPRS Modem, 15 GSM, 24 GSMConfi, 26 GSMConfig, 32 GSM-RS-DB9, 27 Health and Safety, 6 LED, 25 LED status, 47 Locks and keys, 46 M2 mast, 5 Maintenance, 41 mast, 9 MD-GSM-2, 16 modem, 26 44 Index how to configure, 27 power indicating LED, 25 Modem communication, 19 Modem Power, 47 Network problems, 47 network provider, 24 PC-modem serial cable, 27 PIN number, 24 power modem, 17 relay, 30 Repairs, 41, 44 Rj11, 16 RS232, 20 serial communication, 17 Service, 44 SIM, 24, 25, 47 SOL4, 12 solar panel, 12, 14 Solsum 6, 14 Spare parts, 44 Spares, 41 Technical Support, 44 telephone numbers, 24 Terms and Conditions, 42 test modem connection, 29 Text Message, 26, 32 text messaging, 29 Troubleshooting, 46 U-bolt, 9 USB RS232, 27 Warnings, 13 Warranty, 42 wiring, 21 Wiring, 20 WS-GRK, 11 M ENCL User Manual v5 ">

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Key features
- IP54 Weatherproof
- Side Opening Door
- Gland Plate
- Pole Mounting Brackets
- Cable Trunking
- Earthed Back Plate
- Security Features
- Solar Power Ready
- GSM Modem Compatible
- GP2 Logger Integration
Frequently asked questions
The M Enclosure for GP2 is rated IP54, meaning it is protected against dust and water splashes from all directions.
Yes, the M Enclosure for GP2 is compatible with the SOL4-KIT2 Solar Power Kit. This kit includes a 30W solar panel, mounting bracket, solar regulator/battery charger, and cables.
The M Enclosure for GP2 is compatible with the MD-GSM-2 GSM modem. The modem requires a separate 5-32 VDC power source, such as the LBAT4 10Ah battery, and a cable harness to connect to the GP2 logger.