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UNITRONIC GmbH

Mündelheimer Weg 9
40472 Düsseldorf

Telefon 0211 / 95 110 
Telefax 0211 / 95 11 111
[email protected]

PART OF  

LAGERCRANTZ GROUP

ELECTRONICS

UNITRONIC GmbH

Mündelheimer Weg 9
40472 Düsseldorf

Telefon 0211 / 95 110
Telefax 0211 / 95 11 111
[email protected]

PART OF 

LAGERCRANTZ GROUP

PLACEPOD SMART PARKING

SENSOR

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Instructions for physical installation of a PlacePod Smart Parking 

Sensor

Summary of Contents for 13ZD

Page 1: ...onic de PART OF LAGERCRANTZ GROUP ELECTRONICS UNITRONIC GmbH Mündelheimer Weg 9 40472 Düsseldorf Telefon 0211 95 110 Telefax 0211 95 11 111 info unitronic de PART OF LAGERCRANTZ GROUP PLACEPOD SMART PARKING SENSOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Instructions for physical installation of a PlacePod Smart Parking Sensor ...

Page 2: ...MOUNT SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT 5 4 INSTALLATION ON GRADED SURFACES 6 5 IN GROUND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 7 5 1 PREPARING THE PARKING SPACE 7 5 2 DRILL THE CORE 7 5 3 REMOVE THE CORE 7 5 4 PREPARE THE HOLE FOR THE PLACEPOD 8 5 5 INSERT THE PLACEPOD INTO THE HOLE 8 5 6 SEAL THE HOLE 9 6 SURFACE MOUNT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 10 6 1 PREPARING PARKING SPOT 10 6 2 PREPARING PLACEPOD FOR ADHESIVE 11 6 3 INSTALL ...

Page 3: ...accurate magnetic sensing system for vehicle detection with the combination of PNI s high performance magnetic sensor and vehicle detection algorithms that accurately detect the presence or absence of a car in a parking space Includes a built in LoRa radio that communicates to a gateway or base station with complete LPWAN compatibility Sensors and algorithms are finely tuned for ultra low power co...

Page 4: ... onto your PNI Cloud account or ensure it is provisioned onto the LoRa Network you intend to use 2 2 PREPARING THE PARKING SPACE 1 Clear any debris in the park space with a deck broom 2 Using a tape measure or chalk snap line locate the center of the parking space 3 Mark the center of each space using the chalk snap line Figure 3 Align PlacePod with center of parking space 2 3 PARKING LOT MAP RECO...

Page 5: ...draft7 Page 4 of 14 Figure 5 Sample Parking Map with PlacePod Serial Numbers 3 Knowing the location of where each sensor is installed is useful for individual parking space monitoring as well as trouble shooting sensor performance and communication ...

Page 6: ...per 2 part kit using minimum application 3 2 SURFACE MOUNT SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT Coarse Sand Paper Adhesive and Applicator o At the time of writing PNI recommends Superior Industries 303 Bumper Mount which can be ordered directly from the manufacturer o https www superior industries com _303_bumper_mount_product_278 html o Approximately 6 sensors per 2 part kit using minimum application Concrete Seal...

Page 7: ...IME OF THE PRODUCT IMPROPER INSTALLATION MAY RESULT IN SHORTENED PRODUCT LIFETIME 1 Pavement angle must be taken into account when drilling the core The depths specified in the following pages are based on a level surface Depth measurements must be made from the lowest point on the graded surface as shown in the illustration below particularly if the core drill rig places the core bit perpendicula...

Page 8: ... is preferred Note If you do not drill through to the bedding layer you will need an extra step to remove the core This usually involves an impact device such as a jack hammer or air chisel 3 Optional Flush the drilling surface with water to lubricate the drill and dampen dust Figure 6 Drill the hole for the PlacePod 5 3 REMOVE THE CORE Remove the core after drilling is done 1 If drilling down to ...

Page 9: ...ely affecting epoxy performance and adhesion 3 Add epoxy to level the surface to 1 5 inches depth from pavement surface Allow epoxy to harden Figure 9 Bottom Layer of epoxy 5 5 INSERT THE PLACEPOD INTO THE HOLE 1 If mapping of the sensor location is being performed record the sensor Serial Number 2 Add a second layer of epoxy approx 1 4 inch thick 3 Insert the sensor into the hole so that it is se...

Page 10: ...ous step has cured remove the weight and fill the remainder of the hole with the epoxy until it is flush with the pavement surface To reduce formation of bubbles fill in any gaps between the sensor and the wall of the hole before covering the top of the sensor 2 Make sure the epoxy completely covers the top of the sensor and is flush or slightly below flush with the pavement surface WARNING The ep...

Page 11: ...ing 4 Mark the center of each space using the chalk snap line Figure 12 Align PlacePod with center of parking space If you intend to screw the PlacePod down to the pavement follow the below steps Note To optimize signal strength orient the sensor in the middle of the space such that the arrow inside the half circle next to the P points towards the nearest gateway 5 Place the PlacePod Surface Mount...

Page 12: ...the outer and inner rings of the PlacePod 3 If desired adhesive can be applied to the ribs and to the sensor lower housing black areas NOT covered by the label Figure 14 Apply adhesive to outer ring and any additional ribs of the gray housing 4 To optimize signal strength orient the sensor in the middle of the space such that the arrow points towards the nearest gateway 5 Place the sensor on the g...

Page 13: ...the center of the parking space with the pre drilled screw holes 2 Screw the PlacePod down with the Masonry Screws hand tighten Do not over tighten the screws as this can damage the PlacePod housing Figure 25 Drill Dimensions Drilling dimensions Drill bit size determined by screw manufacturer ...

Page 14: ...he PlacePod taking it out of shipping mode such that it begins sending RF messages 2 Calibrate the PlacePod sensor for the empty parking space This is important and required of each sensor If calibration is not properly performed the PlacePod will not detect vehicles accurately Instructions for these additional steps and other PlacePod support documentation can be found under your PNI Cloud accoun...

Page 15: ...r identification marks have been defaced damaged or removed This warranty does not cover wear and tear due to normal use or damage to the Product as the result of improper installation usage neglect of care alteration accident or unauthorized repair THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY WHETHER EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ...

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