User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction
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the unit to the RS-232/485 networking cable.
The Dat aReader may be used in both st at ionary and mobile configurat ions.
In the stationary configuration, the unit is mounted on a flat surface such as
a wall or pole. A typical installation of this configuration is at the point of
exit from ports, customs terminals, warehouses, etc. This operation mode
allows monitoring of the DataSeal at predetermined sites and checkpoints.
In the mobile configurat ion, t he unit is mount ed in t he t ruck cabin. T he
DataReader monitors the seal during the entire journey, and reports its
status via the vehicle’s communication system to the control center in real-
time. T his configuration requires an additional 3rd party controlling device
to control the DataReader, or to use the TrackingDataReader which is not
covered by this manual.