SDT 5000 User Manual
Document MBUD-0109v11
2. SETUP AND INSTALLATION
This section describes how to install and test your SDT 5000. Please read the following chapter
carefully before attempting any installations. Also please read and understand the section “How to use
the Screens” before attempting installation.
2.1 Materials and Supplies
Your SDT 5000 comes with the following items:
SDT 5000 SCADA MET transceiver unit, complete with an integrated patch antenna and
mounting hardware.
To install the satellite transceiver you will require the following:
•
VT100 compatible terminal, or computer running suitable communications software that has
VT100 emulation. For example: Hyper-terminal
®
, ZOC
®
, PCPLUS
®
or Telix
®
.
•
Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) or computer with suitable communications software.
•
Interface cables, conduit, watertight strain relief connector and/or adapters as required.
•
Test port interface cable, DB9 male to DB9 Female straight through RS232 serial cable.
•
A multi-meter to measure resistance and dc voltage.
•
12 volt power source (9-28 volts, maximum current while transmitting is 2.0 amps, and < 100
mA receive).
•
VAR supplied user name & password.
•
WAGO Operating tool, Part number 236-332 for connecting the wires to the connector block.
A screwdriver may be used but is not recommended.
•
7/16” & 9/16” (or adjustable) wrench.
•
2” – 2 ½” diameter mounting pole, securely fastened in mounting location.
This list is a guide only and may need to be expanded based on individual installation requirements.
2.2 Installation
Considerations
THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS C and D
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS or NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD-DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS
POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-
HAZARDOUS
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR
SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
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