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Assemble

A FlexRepeat3 Solar assembly requires a single

FlexRepeat3 Solar and the mounting kit.

FlexRepeat3 Solar Installation Parts

Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater

Warnings

Lithium Batteries

Sensys Networks uses Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries in the

following products:

• SENSORS (VSN240-F-2/M-2/MP-2/T-2 series)

• REPEATERS (RP240, FLEX-RP, and FLEX-RPT3 series

(contains additional 18650 Li-Ion batteries))

Lithium batteries are widely used in electronic products because they

contain more energy per unit-weight than conventional batteries.

However, the same properties that deliver high energy density

also contribute to potential hazards if the batteries are damaged.

Improper use or handling of the batteries may result in leakage or

release of battery contents, explosion, or re.

Following are the recommendations of the battery manufacturer for

proper use and handling of batteries in the Sensys Networks devices

mentioned above:

• DO NOT CHARGE OR ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE THE

BATTERIES

• DO NOT CRUSH OR PUNCTURE BATTERIES

• DO NOT SHORT-CIRCUIT THE BATTERIES

• DO NOT FORCE OVER-DISCHARGE OF THE BATTERIES

• DO NOT INCINERATE OR EXPOSE BATTERIES TO

EXCESSIVE HEATING

• DO NOT EXPOSE BATTERY CONTENTS TO WATER

• DO DISPOSE OF BATTERIES AND DEVICES CONTAINING

BATTERIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS

Sensys Networks sensors contain no serviceable parts and should

never be disassembled. Installation and removal of sensors from

pavement should only be done by trained personnel and care should

be taken to insure that the sensor casing is not punctured or crushed.

Additional safety information is available from the battery’s

manufacturer:

• Sensor battery cell: http://sensysnetworks.com/sensorbattery

• Repeater battery cell: http://sensysnetworks.com/

repeaterbattery

Summary of content (7 pages)

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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater 1 Assemble Warnings Lithium Batteries Sensys Networks uses Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries in the following products: • SENSORS (VSN240-F-2/M-2/MP-2/T-2 series) • REPEATERS (RP240, FLEX-RP, and FLEX-RPT3 series (contains additional 18650 Li-Ion batteries)) Lithium batteries are widely used in electronic products because they contain more energy per unit-weight than conventional batteries.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater 2 Turn On Repeater a Unscrew Power Jumper Cap b Remove Red Jumper Unscrew the black cap to expose the red jumper and LED indicator. Remove the red jumper (a) and place the jumper on one pin (b). Wait approximately five seconds for LED light to blink red to ensure unit is turned on. After ensuring the unit is properly turned on, screw on the black cap. WARNING: DO NOT open repeater. Removing top could damage unit.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater 3 Mount FlexRepeat3 Solar on Pole Ensure at least one solar panel has access to the optimal available sunlight. Mount The FlexRepeat3 Solar Assemble the mounting kit onto the pole. Attach mounting arm to the mounting plate. Attach the FlexRepeat3 Solar to the mounting arm with the Towards Sensors side facing the sensors and access point or supporting repeater. Ensure the mounting arm is tightened so the repeater cannot move.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater 4 Connect to Access Point Requirements FlexRepeat3 Solar requires TrafficDOT2 software 2.12.12 or later. Run TrafficDOT Select IP address Click the icon to start TrafficDOT2. Select an access point from the list of APCCs and Access Points and click Connect. Note: Ensure the box for Load map data is checked before clicking Connect. Main Window The Main window displays.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater 5 Configure Repeater Channel Notes • The default radio channel for access point to repeater communications is 4. • The default radio channel for repeater to sensor communications is 5. • Never use the same channel for both access point and sensor communications. Refer to Sensys Network VDS240 Wireless Vehicle Detection System TrafficDOT Set Up and Operating Guide for more information.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater Configure Repeater (cont.) Save Configuration Click Set Channel(s) to accept configuration changes. Specifying Time Slot Click the Auto-assign All button to automatically assign all Sensors and Repeaters to optimal timeslots. Note: The grayed out options can be made accessible by enabling Advanced Mode using the Advanced drop-down menu.
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Quick Start Guide: FlexRepeat3 Solar Repeater Configure Repeater (cont.) Adv Tab Notes • A failsafe error message occurs should you choose the external antenna option when there is no external antenna installed. • If FlexRepeat3 Solar is installed with or without the external antenna, and the Antenna panel options are left unchecked, the internal antenna is used for both To AP and To Sensors channels.