USER MANUAL
smaXtec
®
Cow Monitoring
Version 5.0
Page 1: ...USER MANUAL smaXtec Cow Monitoring Version 5 0 ...
Page 2: ... http www smaxtec com The smaXtec pH Plus Bolus part of the smaXtec System is under protection of the following patents WO 2011 079338 A2 PCT AT2010 000490 EP 2 519 098 EP 10808965 7 AT 509 255 B1 A 2052 2009 BR 112012016375 2 CA 2 785 925 A1 RUS 2012 132 453 UA 2012 09263 US 2012 0277550 A1 13 520 101 ZA 2012 04642 Design Patent Messvorrichtung insbesondere zur Messung von physiologischen Daten i...
Page 3: ...st Steps smaXtec Classic Bolus 9 4 1 2 First steps smaXtec pH Plus Bolus 11 Notes Application 13 4 2 smaXtec Climate Sensor 17 First Steps 17 5 smaXtec Read Out Devices 18 5 1 smaXtec Base Station 18 5 1 1 Installation and Start Up 20 5 2 smaXtec Repeater 22 5 2 1 Installation and Activation 24 6 smaXtec Software 26 6 1 smaXtec Messenger 26 6 1 1 Initial Steps 26 Technical Details 27 ...
Page 4: ...eless read out devices and smaXtec Climate Sensors and transmits the measurement data to the smaXtec server We provide two solutions for you to choose from smaXtec Classic Heat Calving Detection and Health Monitoring and smaXtec pH Plus Reproduction Health Feed Management smaXtec Classic Bolus With smaXtec Classic you measure the rumen temperature and activity levels of your cows and receive infor...
Page 5: ...ue to the dimensions use of the pH Plus Bolus is not possible for cows under the age of 18 months and or weighing less than 450 kg Infrastructure The smaXtec Base Station automatically receives the relevant data in real time The data is transmitted to the server and stored in the online database The smaXtec Base Station automatically receives the data from the various smaXtec sensors smaXtec Repea...
Page 6: ...your herd s state of health The smaXtec Messenger sends you immediate alerts if there are significant changes in rumen pH temperature or activity levels The smaXtec Messenger can be accessed via PC or Laptop http messenger smaxtec com An App is available for tablet or smartphone Google Play Store Apple App Store Before using the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus for smaXtec Cow Monit...
Page 7: ... operating systems o Windows 7 Home Professional o Windows 8 Windows 8 1 o Windows 10 access to smaXtec Messenger via your browser Firefox Google Chrome etc magnet delivered with the smaXtec Base Station applicator for the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus inside diameter 35 mm can be ordered directly from smaXtec ...
Page 8: ...ed periods of time e g milking station waiting areas in front of milking stations feeding stations etc For further information please see Chapter 5 1 smaXtec Base Station and Chapter 5 2 smaXtec Repeater 3 a Initialisation calibration of the smaXtec Classic Boluses smaXtec pH Plus Boluses Initialise the smaXtec Classic Boluses and or calibrate the smaXtec pH Plus Boluses using the enclosed Quickst...
Page 9: ...ithin a few hours max 4 hours 4 1 smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and smaXtec Classic Bolus 4 1 1 First Steps smaXtec Classic Bolus Follow the steps described in the accompanying Quickstart Guide and ensure they are carried out correctly 1 First please remove the label from the bottom of the smaXtec Classic Bolus Next activate the smaXtec Classic Bolus using the magnets provided with the smaXtec Base Statio...
Page 10: ...red in the list provided next to the serial number of the smaXtec Classic Boluses 5 Activation in smaXtec Messenger by clicking on the symbol on the right of the menu option Animals activation of sensors is required to ensure the sensor is correctly assigned to an organisation in smaXtec Messenger 6 After successful installation of the read out device the measurement data from the smaXtec pH Plus ...
Page 11: ...c Base Station If the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus has been successfully activated the LED on the bottom of the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus flashes briefly every 0 5 seconds Please note the correct positioning of the magnets as indicated in the image below 2 Pour the buffer solution pH 7 00 into a narrow container please note minimum filling level and remove the sponge from the sensor tip ...
Page 12: ... least 5 minutes During this time the LED starts to repeatedly flash three times in succession 3 If calibration has been successful the LED flashes every two seconds for a period of 30 minutes If calibration fails the LED flashes very rapidly every 100 milliseconds for a period of 30 minutes If this is the case please contact customer support ...
Page 13: ...ly every 0 5 seconds for 1 minute Sensor is activated Flashes three times every two seconds for about 5 minutes Initialisation in progress Flashes every two seconds for 30 minutes Sensor has been successfully initialised Flashes very rapidly every 100ms for 30 minutes An error occurred during initialisation Important information Please note that between calibration and administration the smaXtec p...
Page 14: ...It is recommended that you use a smaXtec applicator This can be ordered from your distributor or directly from smaXtec Application Procedure smaXtec pH Plus Bolus Position the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus into the applicator with the sensor tip at the head Insert the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus into the applicator in such a way that sensor tip comes to rest at the far end of the applicator Please ensure that t...
Page 15: ...at the cow does not eat anything for at least two hours prior to administration of the sensor It is preferable to administer the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus or the smaXtec Classic Bolus in the morning before the first feed Warning After insertion the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus or the smaXtec Classic Bolus needs to settle on the floor of the reticulum as quickly as possible For this reason it is important to ...
Page 16: ... There have not been reported any adverse side effects If you suspect adverse reactions or side effects after the sensors are inserted do not hesitate to consult with veterinarians or veterinary technicians ...
Page 17: ...n in smaXtec Messenger menu option Add device It is necessary to activate the device so that the device can be correctly assigned to a user and used in smaXtec Messenger 2 Switch on using the magnet provided magnet is included in delivery with the smaXtec Base Station a Switch on by holding the magnet in front of the On Off symbol b Power LED glows yellow for 1 second c Connection takes approx 1 s...
Page 18: ... damaged please contact your smaXtec distributor or smaXtec Please retain the box and the original packaging materials in case you need to return the product for any reason e g repairs in the future The smaXtec Base Station features the following status LEDs top left Power LED Indicates if the smaXtec Base Station is on Link LED Indicates the status of the connection to the server Data LED Indicat...
Page 19: ...the following lengths 5 10 20 m 16 32 65 ft Power Supply included mains adapter The smaXtec Base Station is powered via the mains adapter provided Only use this mains adapter for installation purposes At the end of the cable there is a specially designed plug to protect the smaXtec Base Station from water and dust Connect the mains adapter to the socket on the left hand side of the smaXtec Base St...
Page 20: ...door area of the cow shed The most important steps for successful installation of the smaXtec Base Station are described below 1 Before mounting the smaXtec Base Station Activation of the smaXtec Base Station Activation in smaXtec Messenger menu item Add devices device activation is required so that the device can be correctly assigned to a user and used in smaXtec Messenger 2 Choose the most suit...
Page 21: ...rt wall plug 4 Connecting the mains adapter and network cable GSM antenna When the smaXtec Base Station has been mounted in accordance with instructions please connect the mains adapter and the network cable GSM antenna Please follow the steps described below To ensure dustproof and waterproof use of the smaXtec Base Station please use the smaXtec network cable 5 10 20 m 16 32 65 ft Connect the po...
Page 22: ...u use a smaXtec Repeater to ensure coverage of various areas of the cow shed This enables an easy and low cost extension of the smaXtec wireless network and communication with the smaXtec Sensors Scope of Delivery The smaXtec Repeater packaging contains the following items 1x smaXtec Repeater 1x mains adapter 3 m 10 ft cable length 4x screws and 4x wall plugs for mounting 1x Drill template 1x Quic...
Page 23: ...ation purposes please only use this mains adapter At the end of the cable there is a specially constructed plug which protects the smaXtec Repeater from water and dust Plug the connector into the socket on the left hand side of the smaXtec Repeater and tighten the screw cap The mains adapter itself does not conform to an IP standard with regard to protection against water i e the mains adapter mus...
Page 24: ...n the Quickstart Guide The following points must be observed and implemented Suitable position Waiting area milking area feeding stations massage brushes areas in which the cows spend longer periods of time Power outlet must be no further than 3 m 10 ft away as the mains adapter cable provided is 3 m 10 ft long Mount at a minimum height of 2 m 6 ft not within reach of cows Do not mount in a closed...
Page 25: ... Following successful completion of all steps the status of the smaXtec Repeater can be verified with the help of the LEDs As soon as the mains adapter is connected the smaXtec Repeater starts up Following successful installation please check the status of the LEDs smaXtec Repeater has started up Power LED glows steady green connected to the smaXtec Base Station Link LED glows steady green The LED...
Page 26: ...ver a minimum of 4 days 6 1 1 Initial Steps Start your browser go to https messenger smaxtec com and log in with your user name and password Before using for the first time you need to register and set up an account for your farm Please use a valid email address The most important steps for successful use of smaXtec Messenger are described below 1 Setting up a smaXtec Messenger user account Start ...
Page 27: ...fe temperature and activity measurement up to 4 years Shelf life from date of manufacture 18 months Guarantee pH measurement 50 days Internal measurement value memory 50 days Ruminal fluid resistant materials tested by the German Agricultural Society Deutsche Landwirtschaftliche Gesellschaft DLG smaXtec Classic Bolus Dimensions 105 x 35 mm length x diameter Model US 1442A for North South America T...
Page 28: ...astic casing IP 66 Antenna for communication with smaXtec Sensors max distance 10 30 m 32 96 ft Antenna for communication with smaXtec Repeater max distance between read out stations 100 m 328 ft Device available with GSM without GSM Ethernet socket for internet connection Supplied mains adapter 100 240V 2A Easy to mount on a wall or wooden post etc smaXtec Repeater Dimensions 160 x 90 x 50 mm L x...
