User's Guide

Installation & User Guide
Figure 12: LoRa antenna vertically oriented to the ground
Installing the QGateway
The QGateway positions should be determined during the site prep portion. A powered on and functioning
QGateway is required to enable the DGA-LT1 sample confirmation during commissioning. The position of the
QGateway to the DGA-LT1 will also indicate the success of the communication link or that adjustments are
needed. It is Qualitrol’s recommendation that the QGateway is installed first for the given DGA-LT1 sensor(s)
intended to communicate with the QGateway.
The QGateway adjustable magnet mount allows for mounting in a horizontal configuration (example: top of a
transformer) or vertical configuration (example: wind turbine nacelle). Other magnetic surfaces can also be
used if there is sufficient surface area (10” W x 4” H) (25.5 cm W x 10.2 cm H). Note that the tabs on the
QGateway could also be used for mounting on local accessible towers, buildings, or poles given that the solar
panels will be properly angled for maximum solar absorption. These instructions cover mounting to a
magnetic surface with the magnetic mount bracket.
Tests have provided reliable communications distances on windfarms for RF star networking to 600m (~2000
ft) when mounted on top of pad mounted transformers. If distances exceeding 600m are required, it is
recommended to mount the QGateway higher. Possibilities include on top of the wind turbine nacelle, on local
towers or on local poles.