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6.2 – Successful REDi to Wireless Communication
In order to ensure an optimum communication environment for both the ESCORT
Wireless loggers and the ESCORT REDi, Escort Data Loggers strongly
recommend that the following points or procedure are followed.
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Optimum REDi to Wireless logger communication will be achieved when
an empty, unobstructed space is provided to allow for a clear line of
communication between the two devices (Electrically conductive
obstructions such as metal screens or walls create the biggest barrier).
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When using Wireless loggers with external sensors it is important that the
loggers are not inside the packaging of the goods being shipped but are
attached to the outside of the packaging.
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The Wireless loggers’ antennae should be pointing in a horizontal position
and free of interference. There should be at least 0.5m of free space
around the antenna in all directions.
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The Wireless loggers should be securely attached to the outside of the
package that it is being shipped with.
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The package should be secured so that it cannot move during the course
of its transportation, as that might result in damage to the logger or
obstruction of the REDi and Wireless logger’s line of communication.
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You should always test REDi to Wireless logger communication before a
consignment is shipped.
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To ensure that all the data from all loggers in the consignment is
downloaded you should attempt the REDi’s ‘Read New’ function several
times.
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Your REDi will operate more effectively when it has fully charged or new
batteries.
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Try holding your REDi device at different angles and from different
positions around your consignment in order to gain optimum
communication.
