Gill MetPak II, User Manual

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Installation
MetPak II User Manual
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Page 8 20 August, 2010
2.2 Installation
2.2.1 Bench system test
Prior to physically mounting the MetPak II in its final location, we strongly
recommend that a bench system test is carried out to confirm the system is
configured correctly, is fully functional and electrically compatible with the selected
host system and cabling (preferably utilising the final cable length). The required
data format, units, output rate, and other options should also all be set up at this
stage.
2.2.2 Equipment Required
1723-PK-100 MetPak II set for RS232 communication (factory default setting).
1723-10-051 MetPak II RS232 to USB 1.8M configuration cable with integral 5v
power or alternatively use RS232, RS232 converter and separate
5v to 30 dc power supply.
ES-U-1001-A EasySynch RS232 to USB adaptor or equivalent (if not using Gill
part 1723-10-051) or connect directly to an RS232 COM port.
Power Supply 5V to 30Vdc at 50mA if required.
Belden 9503 3 pair cable (if not using Gill Part 1723-10-051), length as required.
Gill MetView Software supplied on the MetPak II CD or download from
.
http://www.gill.co.uk/main/software.html
2.2.3 Cabling
MetPak II has four communication connection options:

USB (using the 1.8m Gill USB cable, Part No. 1723-10-051).

RS232
 RS422

SDI-12
It is important that the cable is appropriate for the chosen communication network.
The following sections describe the recommended types and maximum lengths of
cable in each case.
NOTE. A 15-metre, 6-pair cable (wires stripped at each end) suitable for
RS232/RS422 or SDI-12 communication is available from Gill Instruments (Part
No. 1723-10-053).
Cable Type
Wire type: 24AWG
Wire size: 7x32 AWG.
Cable outer diameter: 6-8mm (to match the hub box gland).
For RS422 operation the cable should contain twisted pairs screened to match the
application.