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Chapter 2: Kaye ValProbe RT Hardware
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2.4. Kaye RF ValProbe RT Base Station
Base Station Overview
The ValProbe RT Base Station acts as the central hub and communications
link between the wireless Loggers and the ValProbe RT Console /software.
The Base Station is responsible for establishing and maintaining wireless
communications with the Loggers utilizing a 2.4GHz Star network with a
proprietary and encrypted (AES128) protocol compliant to IEEE 802.15.4
standards. The wireless range from the Base Station to any Logger is 450 ft.
(~150 meters).
Figure 29: RF ValProbe RT Base Station
CAUTION! Use only the Kaye power supply (Kaye #201-3006) provided
with your ValProbe RT. The use of non-factory power supplies
may damage the equipment and will void your warranty.
Base Station Power/Communications Connection
The Base Station also provides an Ethernet connection at the base of the
unit for communications from the Base Station directly to the Console /
Docking Station (Static IP) or by using an ethernet network connection via
DHCP. (See Chapter 3 for details on connection options and configuration.)
The base of the unit also includes the connection for the supplied Power
Supply as well as a Reset button for service emergencies (See Chapter 3).
Figure 30: Base Station Connections