In-Situ TROLL Link 100 Quick Start Guide - Manual (Page 2)

00xxxxx | Rev. 002* | 12/2012
Field Installation
Connecting and Deploying Instruments
Ensure data-logging capable instruments have been
programmed with a data log before completing the
following steps. Refer to the instrument manual for
instructions on programming a data log. Ensure alarm
conditions have been programmed (if applicable).
Ensure all instruments have been properly, uniquely
addressed in Win-Situ Software with the correct Modbus
settings.
Perform the following steps for each instrument.
Ensure you are installing the instrument in its
proper location.
1. Connect the instrument to the RuggedCable using the
twist-lock connector. The twist-lock connector clicks
when the connection is tight.
2. Remove the red dust cap from the bulkhead connector
of the enclosure.
3. Connect the up-hole end of the cable to the bulkhead
connector of the enclosure.
4. Install the instrument in its deployment location. Refer to
the instrument Operator's Manual for any questions
regarding proper connection or deployment.
5. Ensure the cable does not apply excessive weight on the
enclosure by securing the cable grip.
Installing the TROLL Link Telemetry System
To mount the enclosure, you may obtain a mounting tripod
or install your own pole. Install the pole before proceeding.
1. Hold the enclosure to the pole at the desired height (be
sure to leave room at the top of the pole for the solar
panel).
2. Place a hose clamp or U-bolt into the two cutouts of the
top bracket of the enclosure and around the pole.
3. For hose clamps tighten the clamp until the enclosure
does not move. Attach the second hose clamp to the
bottom of the enclosure.
For U-bolts Place the smaller bracket over the open
ends of the bolt. Use split-lock washers and nuts to
tighten the assembly to the pole.
Repeat for any remaining open brackets.
4. Remove the two yellow caps from the vent tube inside
the enclosure. Attach the desiccant tube to the vent
tube.
Installing a 1 W Solar Panel
A solar panel must be installed with the communication
system. It can be installed on the same pole.
1. Hold the solar panel near the top of the pole. Point the
panel towards the equator. Adjust the panel angle for
optimum sunlight reception.
2. Thread the U-bolt through the solar panel bracket. Place
the smaller bracket over the open ends of the bolt. Use
the split-lock washers and nuts to tighten the assembly
to the pole. Repeat for any remaining open brackets.
Trim the solar panel wire before inserting it
into an enclosure.
Do not cut through the entire solar panel wire.
The blade creates a current loop when in
contact with both leads and shorts the solar
panel.
Instead, trim off the insulation, then cut one
wire at a time.
Connect a solar panel.
1. Cover the solar panel so it will not receive any sunlight.
2. Remove one of the dome connector caps on the outside
of the enclosure. Remove the port plug. Save the plug
for later use (you can store the plug inside the
enclosure).
3. Insert the solar panel cable into the dome connector cap,
and then through the enclosure.
4. Strip the cable ends to 1.3 cm (0.5 inches).
5. Connect the black lead (negative) from the solar panel to
open screw terminal SOL-. Tighten the screw terminal.
6. Connect the white lead (positive) from the solar panel to
open screw terminal SOL+. Tighten the screw terminal.
7. Tighten the dome connector cap so the port with the
cable will be watertight.
Installing a 10 or 20 W Solar Panel and External
Battery Kit
Installing the External Battery Kit
Install the External Battery Kit enclosure.
1. Hold the enclosure to the pole at the desired elevation.
The external battery kit should be installed below the
TROLL Link Telemetry enclosure.
2. Place a hose clamp or U-bolt into the two cutouts of the
top bracket of the enclosure and around the pole.
3. For hose clamps tighten the clamp until the enclosure
does not move. Attach the second hose clamp to the
bottom of the enclosure.
For U-bolts place the smaller bracket over the open
ends of the bolt. Use split-lock washers and nuts to
tighten the assembly to the pole.
Connect the solar panel to the External Battery
Kit enclosure:
1. Cover the solar panel that will connect to the enclosure
so it will not receive any sunlight.
2. Remove a dome connector cap on the outside of the
enclosure. Remove the port plug. Save the plug for later
use.
Trim the solar panel wire before inserting it
into an enclosure.
Do not cut through the entire solar panel wire.
The blade creates a current loop when in
contact with both leads and shorts the solar
panel.
Instead, trim off the insulation, then cut one
wire at a time.
3. Strip the cable ends to 1.3 cm (0.5 inches).
4. Insert the solar panel cable into the dome connector cap,
and then through the enclosure.
5. Connect the black lead (negative) from the solar panel to
the screw terminal labeled "SOLAR-". Tighten the screw
terminal.