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Operation
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Operation
Operation of a HyQuest Solutions IoTa SensorNode is straightforward.
It may help to have a basic understanding of the data communication technology used.
Note that the use of data transmission infrastructure – whether it is a provider-supplied network or a shared public
network may be subject to both technical and regulatory restrictions. Please keep yourself about these rules to ensure
proper operation of the devices.
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Connecting a Pulse Signal to the Counter Input
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4.1
Power Supply
HyQuest Solutions IoTa SensorNode is a battery-powered device.
The battery is help in a battery holder suitable for D-cell/Mono-cell battery formats.
Inserting a sufficiently charged battery will start the device.
The batteries typically used in a HyQuest Solutions IoTa SensorNode are not rechargeable. No provisions are made in the
device to recharge batteries.
Warning
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A power supply connected in reverse can destroy the device.
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A power supply with a voltage greater than 3.8 V can destroy the device.
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The device is designed to operate with a 3.6 V Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LiSOCL2) battery.
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For proper operation in all conditions, the battery voltage should be > 3.25 V
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Below 3.25 V, GSM communication cannot operate reliably.
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Below 3.00 V, the device and USB communication cannot operate.
Figure 3 – Access to 4 bolts to open the lid of the housing
(marked red)
The front lid must be opened to access the battery in the battery holder.
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