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2 field station – Campbell Scientific RF310, RF312, RF313 Narrowband Radios User Manual

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Section 1. General Radiotelemetry Network

1-2

FIGURE 1-1. A Basic RF Telemetry Network

1.2 Field Station

Purpose:

The field station is where the measurements are made. The
Campbell Scientific datalogger resides at this station taking the
desired measurements. Any field station can also operate as a
repeater. The only requirement is that the station’s antenna must be
able to communicate in all desired directions. This may require an
omnidirectional antenna.

Equipment Required:

• Radio

• RF Modem

• Antenna and antenna cable

• Datalogger

• Power supply, enclosure, sensors, and mounting needs