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Cloud Network Module 

Installation and Configuration Guide 

The Cloud Network Module is available for use 

on the BaseStation 1000, the BaseStation 3200, 

the FlowStation and the SubStation. It mounts 

internally to the top of X-cabinet enclosures and 

to the back plate of pedestal enclosures. Power is 

supplied by the 5-pin connector, along with any 

communication lines that are being used. 

The Cloud Network Module provides multiple 

communication channels that can be used 

by controllers or other devices. The following 

channels are currently available for use: 

•  Cloud Network Ethernet 

•  Cloud Network Wi-Fi 

•  Cloud Network Cellular 

Materials Provided

• Cloud Network Module

• Antenna with cable
• 5-pin serial cable 
• Zip Ties

Tools Needed 

• Phillips screwdriver
• Crescent wrench 
• Needle nose pliers

We recommend that you back up your current configuration before starting this process in case you 

need to restore your system.

•  Refer to Backing Up the Controller Programming in the BaseStation 1000 User Manual.

•  Refer to Backing Up Your System in the BaseStation 3200 User Manual.

You will also need to halt all watering while you install the Cloud Network Module.

• BaseStation 1000: Press the OFF button.

• BaseStation 3200: Turn the dial to the OFF position.

Please ensure the firmware version of your Baseline controller 

meeets the minimum required firmware version to ensure device 

compatibility. Minimum required versions are as follows:

•  BaseStation 3200 V17.12

•  BaseStation 1000 V1.25

•  FlowStation V3.5

•  SubStation V2.3

Содержание Cloud Network BL-CLOUD-LTE

Страница 1: ...lar Materials Provided Cloud Network Module Antenna with cable 5 pin serial cable Zip Ties Tools Needed Phillips screwdriver Crescent wrench Needle nose pliers We recommend that you back up your current configuration before starting this process in case you need to restore your system Refer to Backing Up the Controller Programming in the BaseStation 1000 User Manual Refer to Backing Up Your System...

Страница 2: ...oud Network Module Diagrams 3 Installing the Cloud Network Module into an X XS cabinet 4 7 Installing the Cloud Network Module into a pedestal cabinet 8 13 Configuration Guide for the BaseSation 3200 14 19 Configruation Guide for the BaseStation 1000 FlowStation Substation 20 24 Table of Contents ...

Страница 3: ...nnector for the Wi Fi antenna not used for cell configuration C Ethernet connector D Reset switch and status LED E Cell module with antenna cable adaptor When receiving the Cloud Network Module inspect the antenna cable on the back of the Cloud Network Module to ensure that it is securely connected Cloud Network Module with 4G Configuration Cloud Network Module with Wi Fi Configuration A 5 pin con...

Страница 4: ...cted before beginning If the module is powered up with a loose or disconnected antenna damage may occur to the circutry This damage is not covered by warranty 1 Power down the controller 1 Use needle nose pliers to remove the rubber plug from the antenna port on the top of the cabinet 2 Remove the nut and the lock washer from the bottom of the antenna and then insert the stem of the antenna into t...

Страница 5: ...em of the antenna and then thread the nut onto the stem Use a wrench to tighten the nut sufficiently to ensure that the antenna makes good contact with the outside of the cabinet 4 Thread the coax connector that is attached to the antenna cable onto the stem of the antenna and hand tighten it 5 Installing the Cloud Network Module into an X XS Cabinet Cont ...

Страница 6: ...on the Cloud Network Module with the posts on the cabinet Use the screws provided to securely attach the unit inside the cabinet 7 Plug the 5 pin connector from the Cloud Network Module into the Comm 2 connector on the left side of the controller board as shown 8 For Wi Fi installations attach the cable from the antenna to the antenna cable port on the Cloud Network Module as shown ...

Страница 7: ... Power up the controller 11 Installing the Cloud Network Module into an X XS Cabinet Cont 1 For Cell Modem connections attach the cable from the antenna to the antenna cable port on the Cloud Network Module as shown 2 Zip tie the antenna cable through the left corner hole in the Cloud Network Module 9 1 For Ethernet connections attach the cable to the port on the Cloud Network Module as shown 10 ...

Страница 8: ...g 2 Remove the plastic cap the nut and the lock washer from the stem of the antenna 1 Put the stem of the antenna through the mounting hole on the top of the antenna riser so the antenna is positioned on top of the riser 2 Put the lock washer onto the stem of the antenna and then thread the nut onto the stem Use a wrench to tighten the nut sufficiently to ensure that the antenna makes good contact...

Страница 9: ...e the nuts from the bolts that secure the cover to the outside wall Set the nuts aside to be replaced in a later step 3 Remove the bolts that are holding the cover on the outside wall Set the bolts aside to be replaced in a later step 4 Remove the cover from the outside wall making sure that the gasket stays in place 4 5 1 On the inside left wall of the pedestal note the hole that is covered by th...

Страница 10: ...that you made in the gasket and into the inside of the pedestal 2 Working from the outside of the pedestal insert the bolts that you removed earlier into the four holes Working from the inside of the pedestal thread the nuts that you removed earlier onto the four bolts Tighten the nuts snugly 7 Installing the Cloud Network Module into a Pedestal Cabinet Cont 8 Find the orange power connector on th...

Страница 11: ...red up with a loose or disconnected antenna damage may occur to the circuitry The damage is not covered by warranty 10 With the WI FI antenna on the bottom side of the Cloud Network Module align the three mounting holes on the Cloud Network Module with the standoffs on the back wall of the pedestal Use the screws provided to secure the unit to the enclosure 9 1 For Cell Modem connections attach th...

Страница 12: ...roller board Note If another connector is attached to the upper 5 pin terminal block disconnect it and then reconnect it to the Comm 2 connector 12 Installing the Cloud Network Module into a Pedestal Cabinet Cont Reconnect the orange power connector to the board in order to restore power to the controller 13 14 1 For Ethernet connections attach the cable to the port on the Cloud Network Module as ...

Страница 13: ...stems com BASELINE CLOUD NETWORK MODULE Installing the Cloud Network Module into a Pedestal Cabinet Cont 1 Replace the pedestal door and then restart the controller BaseStation 1000 Press the RUN button BaseStation 3200 Turn the dial to the RUN position 15 ...

Страница 14: ...e Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Ethernet 2 Setting Up a CN Ethernet Connection A Cloud Network CN Ethernet connection allows your controller or device to automatically obtain an IP address through the cloud which enables the connection to the internet Every time you restart your controller or device it retrieves a new IP address 1 Press Next to ...

Страница 15: ...Press Enter The Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Ethernet 2 1 Press Next to select IP Setup 2 Press Enter The IP Setup screen displays 3 In the IP Address Mode field press or to select Static IP 4 Complete the fields for IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway and Preferred DNS Server Ask your administrator for the settings 3 Setting Up a Static Eth...

Страница 16: ...ot press Next until it is highlighted 1 1 Press Enter The Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Cell 2 Press Next to select Cell Status then Enter to view The Cellular Modem screen displays showing pertinent information about your cellular connection 3 Setting Up a CN Cell Connection A Cloud Network CN Cell connection allows your controller or device to...

Страница 17: ...ter to search for the network The asterisks represent signal strengths as indicated below Maximum level signal strength Middle level signal strength OK level signal strength 4 1 Press or to highlight the desired network then Enter to select it 2 The Security screen displays Enter in the network password then click OK to finish 5 Setting Up a CN Cell Connection Cont ...

Страница 18: ...ghted If it is not Press Next until the Communication Setup option is highlighted 1 1 Press Enter The Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Wi Fi 2 1 Press Next to select Wi Fi Setup 2 Press Enter The Wi Fi Setup screen displays 3 Setting Up a CN Wi Fi Connection A Cloud Network CN Wi Fi connection allows your controller or device to obtain an internet ...

Страница 19: ...ONFIGURATION GUIDE BASESTATION 3200 In the Find Network field press Enter to search for the network 4 1 Press or to highlight the desired network then Enter to select it 5 Setting Up a CN Wi Fi Connection Cont 1 The Security screen displays Enter in the network password then click OK to finish 6 ...

Страница 20: ...estart your controller or device it retrieves a new IP address 1 Press to select IP Setup 2 Press OK The IP Setup screen displays The controller uses the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP to establish the network connection The DHCP protocol automatically configures the network settings 3 1 Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the back of the controller board and plug the other ...

Страница 21: ...ation Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Ethernet 2 1 Press to select IP Setup 2 Press OK The IP Setup screen displays 3 In the DHCP Enabled field press or to remove the checkmark 4 Press to highlight the first digits in the IP Addr field Press or to move the digits that you want to change Press or to change the value in the field 5 Press to move to the othe field...

Страница 22: ... menu displays 3 The Communication Setup option should be highlighted If it is not press or to highlight it 1 1 Press OK The Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_Cell 2 Press to select Cell Modem Info then OK to view The Cell Modem Info screen displays showing pertinent information about your cellular connection 3 Setting Up a CN Cell Connection A Clou...

Страница 23: ... OK to select it The Network Setup menu displays 3 The Communication Setup option should be highlighted If it is not press or to highlight it 1 1 Press OK The Communication Setup screen displays 2 In the Comm Type field press or to select CN_WiFi 2 1 Press to select WiFi Setup 2 Press OK The Wi Fi Setup screen displays 3 Setting Up a CN Wi Fi Connection A Cloud Network CN Wi Fi connection allows y...

Страница 24: ...A list of networks will diisplay Bars next to each network represent signal strength 4 bars Maximum level signal strength 2 bars Middle level signal strength 1 bar OK level signal strength 4 1 Press or to highlight the desired network then OK to select it 2 The Security screen displays Use the and buttons and the and buttons to set the network password then click OK to finish 5 Setting Up a CN Wi ...

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