Adcon A850 User manual

Telemetry Gateway
A850 / A850-2020
User Manual
SMART WIRELESS SOLUTIONS

Document Release 07-2021
Copyright © by OTT HydroMet GmbH
We reserve the right to make technical changes and improvements without notice.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction ________________________________________________ 7
Product Features _________________________________________________________________ 7
What Is the ADCON System? _______________________________________________________ 8
System Components ___________________________________________________________ 8
Target Group ____________________________________________________________________ 8
Warranty _______________________________________________________________________ 9
Conformity ______________________________________________________________________ 9
Customer Service _________________________________________________________________ 9
About this User Manual ___________________________________________________________ 10
Terminology and Abbreviations __________________________________________________ 10
Terminology ______________________________________________________________ 10
Abbreviations _____________________________________________________________ 10
Typographic Conventions_______________________________________________________ 11
General Safety Information ________________________________________________________ 11
Intended Use ________________________________________________________________ 11
Chapter 2. Product Description__________________________________________ 12
Product Features ________________________________________________________________ 12
A850 Telemetry Gateway____________________________________________________ 12
A850-2020 Telemetry Gateway _______________________________________________ 12
Nameplate _____________________________________________________________________ 13
Package Contents _______________________________________________________________ 13
Supported Devices _______________________________________________________________ 13
Device Overview ________________________________________________________________ 13
Front Panel __________________________________________________________________ 13
Status LED _______________________________________________________________ 13
Back Panel __________________________________________________________________ 14
Interfaces______________________________________________________________________ 14
Ports _______________________________________________________________________ 15
Sensor Driver ________________________________________________________________ 15
Technical Data __________________________________________________________________ 15
License Types___________________________________________________________________ 16
Chapter 3. System Setup ______________________________________________ 17
Installation Safety Information _____________________________________________________ 17
Installation Site _________________________________________________________________ 17
Installation _____________________________________________________________________ 18
Installing the A440 Wireless Modem ______________________________________________ 18
Telemetry Gateway Installation __________________________________________________ 19
Connecting the Telemetry Gateway with the Computer ____________________________ 19

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Connecting to the Power Supply ______________________________________________ 19
Telemetry Gateway Initialization _________________________________________________ 19
Launching the Configurator _____________________________________________________ 20
Logging onto the Telemetry Gateway __________________________________________ 20
Chapter 4. Graphical User Interface ______________________________________ 22
GUI Elements ___________________________________________________________________ 22
Menu Bar ___________________________________________________________________ 23
Tool Bar ____________________________________________________________________ 23
Tab Bar_____________________________________________________________________ 23
Explorer with Search Box_______________________________________________________ 24
Data Panel __________________________________________________________________ 25
Popup Context Menu __________________________________________________________ 26
Using the Popup Context Menu _____________________________________________________ 27
Context Menu for RTU Groups___________________________________________________ 27
Start RTU Wizard __________________________________________________________ 27
Delete RTU Group _________________________________________________________ 27
Delete RTUs ______________________________________________________________ 27
Delete Sensors ____________________________________________________________ 27
Apply Profile ______________________________________________________________ 27
Queue Commands _________________________________________________________ 27
Context Menu for RTUs ________________________________________________________ 28
Open Direct Command Terminal ______________________________________________ 28
View Call Journal __________________________________________________________ 28
View Poll Journal __________________________________________________________ 28
View FOTA Journal _________________________________________________________ 28
View Data ________________________________________________________________ 28
Ping RTU_________________________________________________________________ 28
Poll RTU _________________________________________________________________ 29
Send Configuration to RTU __________________________________________________ 29
Apply Profile ______________________________________________________________ 29
Queue Commands _________________________________________________________ 29
Copy RTU ________________________________________________________________ 29
Change Type of RTU _______________________________________________________ 29
Save as Template__________________________________________________________ 29
Connect Sensor ___________________________________________________________ 29
Reload Data ______________________________________________________________ 29
Import RTU Data __________________________________________________________ 29
Import Sensor Data ________________________________________________________ 29
Delete RTU _______________________________________________________________ 29
Delete Sensors ____________________________________________________________ 29
Context Menu for Ports ________________________________________________________ 30
View Data ________________________________________________________________ 30
Import Sensor Data ________________________________________________________ 30
Connect Sensors___________________________________________________________ 30
Delete Sensors ____________________________________________________________ 30
Context Menu for Sensors ______________________________________________________ 31
View Data ________________________________________________________________ 31
Import Sensor Data ________________________________________________________ 31
Add Virtual Sensor Minimum _________________________________________________ 31
Add Virtual Sensor Maximum_________________________________________________ 31
Add Sensor Standard Deviation _______________________________________________ 31
Send Configuration to RTU __________________________________________________ 31

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Delete Sensor _____________________________________________________________ 31
GUI Actions ____________________________________________________________________ 32
Chapter 5. Using the Gateway __________________________________________ 33
Getting Started__________________________________________________________________ 33
Locking the Configuration ______________________________________________________ 33
Saving the Configuration _______________________________________________________ 33
Discarding Changes and Refreshing ______________________________________________ 34
Updating the Default Sensor Types_______________________________________________ 34
Changing the Password ________________________________________________________ 34
Changing the Time Zone _______________________________________________________ 35
Changing the Location _________________________________________________________ 35
Adding Internal Sensors to the Gateway___________________________________________ 36
Setting up Modems ______________________________________________________________ 36
Adding GPRS Modems _________________________________________________________ 37
Adding Wireless Modems _______________________________________________________ 37
Adding an RTU Group ____________________________________________________________ 38
Activating a Modem for the RTU _________________________________________________ 39
Launching the RTU Wizard _____________________________________________________ 39
Managing RTU Settings ________________________________________________________ 41
Basic Settings _____________________________________________________________ 41
Advanced Settings _________________________________________________________ 41
Querying the Status ________________________________________________________ 41
Location Settings __________________________________________________________ 42
Maintenance ______________________________________________________________ 42
Connecting Internal Sensors to the RTU ___________________________________________ 43
Connecting External Sensors to the I/O Ports_______________________________________ 44
Managing Sensor Settings ______________________________________________________ 44
Basic Settings _____________________________________________________________ 44
Advanced Settings _________________________________________________________ 45
Chapter 6. Configuration ______________________________________________ 46
Configurator ____________________________________________________________________ 46
RTUs Main Menu _____________________________________________________________ 46
Users ______________________________________________________________________ 46
User roles ________________________________________________________________ 47
Networking (root)_____________________________________________________________ 47
Jobs (root) __________________________________________________________________ 47
PPP Dialup (Point-to-Point Protocol) ___________________________________________ 47
DynDNS Service (Dynamic Domain Name System)________________________________ 48
SSH Tunnel Service (Secure Shell Tunnel) ______________________________________ 48
Notification Service_________________________________________________________ 48
NTP Service (Network Time Protocol) __________________________________________ 48
Sensor Types ________________________________________________________________ 48
Profiles _____________________________________________________________________ 49
Modems ____________________________________________________________________ 49
Wireless Modems __________________________________________________________ 49
GPRS Modems ____________________________________________________________ 49
Operating System_____________________________________________________________ 50
Firewall _____________________________________________________________________ 50
System Logs _________________________________________________________________ 50
Customizing Network Settings ___________________________________________________ 51

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Log Monitor ____________________________________________________________________ 51
Call Journal__________________________________________________________________ 51
Poll Journal__________________________________________________________________ 51
FOTA Journal ________________________________________________________________ 51
Chapter 7. Service ___________________________________________________ 52
Firmware Upgrade _______________________________________________________________ 52
Starting the Upgrade Process ___________________________________________________ 52
Upgrade via the Web Interface __________________________________________________ 53
Upgrade via the Computer and USB ______________________________________________ 53
Troubleshooting _________________________________________________________________ 54
Maintenance____________________________________________________________________ 54

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Chapter 1. Introduction
This User Manual describes the A850 Telemetry Gateway and how to use it in an
ADCON telemetry network.
It is used as the interface between the ADCON telemetry system and one or
more hosts running the addVANTAGE pro data acquisition software.
Combined with aradio modem (e.g. A440), the A850 Telemetry Gateway
constitutes the base station of a wireless ADCON telemetry network.
For information about the installation and use of telemetry devices in the ADCON
network, refer to the respective device’s user manual.
Product Features
The A850 Telemetry Gateway offers the following features:
• Simple operation from any browser via a web app
• Fully integrable in Ethernet networks
• Supports USB devices
• Supports multiple modems (GPRS modems, wireless modems)
• Integrated protocol converter for encrypted network communication
• Configuration tool for user and data management
• RTU routing with multiple data poll priorities and parallel polling and
network statistics
• Dial-up networking and dynamic IP addresses
• Diagnostic functions (monitoring and debugging)

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What Is the ADCON System?
What Is the ADCON System?
The ADCON system consists of the following components:
• Remote station as transmitter:
One or more remote telemetry units (RTUs) – e.g. A723, A75x UHF,
A75xGPRS/UMTS, A76x GPRS/UMTS/LTE
• Base station as receiver and for data communication:
Telemetry Gateway
• Method of communication used to access the telemetry devices:
GPRS modem or wireless (radio) modem (e.g. A440 with cable connection
or RA440 with internet connection)
• Data acquisition and control software:
addVANTAGE Pro
Figure 1. The ADCON Telemetry System
System Components
The remote station consists of a transmitter (remote telemetry unit, RTU), its
sensors and accessory parts (e.g. antennas, cables, masts).
The measured values are saved in the memory of the Remote Telemetry Unit.
The base station consists of a Telemetry Gateway (or receiver), a computer
(and/or server) and a wireless modem.
The data is transmitted from the RTUs via a communication device to the
Telemetry Gateway for analysis and further use.
The addVANTAGE software receives and saves the data from one or more
Telemetry Gateways and provides this data for calculations and visualization in
the addVANTAGE Pro software.
Target Group
This User Manual is intended for the following target groups:
• System administrators who configure the Telemetry Gateway
• Administrators who operate the RTU network and assign user rights
• Users who use the telemetry system, poll RTUs and sensors and configure
settings for which they have permission
This User Manual describes the functions available to users as well as
configurations that are intended only for (system) administrators.

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Warranty
Warranty
The warranty and liability are governed by the contractually stipulated
conditions. If not otherwise specified, the following applies:
ADCON will not honor warranty and liability claims for defects or damage caused
by the following:
• Modifications to the device or alterations to the software or firmware
• Use of non-OEM spare parts
• Removal of the nameplate
• Failure to comply with safety instructions
• Failure to comply with maintenance instructions
• Improper use of the device
Conformity
The Telemetry Gateway is built according to the state of the art and conforms to
the EC Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) – see the Declaration of Conformity.
Customer Service
Please contact your ADCON retailer or our Customer Service representatives if
you have questions or comments regarding your device: suppor[email protected]

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About this User Manual
About this User Manual
This User Manual is an essential part of the product. Keep it in a safe place
throughout the product's service life.
Terminology and Abbreviations
The terminology and abbreviations below are used in this manual.
Terminology
Abbreviations
Root nodes
(nodes)
All the objects in your system (e.g. areas, RTUs, tags,
extensions, and windows/panels) are called nodes. Start here to
explore your network.
RTU group (area) An RTU group is an area in which the RTU can be organized
according to the user’s own definition. The RTU group can be
assigned rights for different users and modems.
RTU
(station)
An RTU is placed in an area. An area can have as many RTUs as
required. The number is limited by the license type and remote
server or Telemetry Gateway from which you download data.
Ports The Telemetry Gateway features various communication ports
depending on the version.
Sensors Values generated by the Telemetry Gateway – internal tags (e.g.
battery voltage, CPU load, etc.).
Values generated by the stations – external tags (e.g.
temperature, leaf wetness, etc.).
RTU Remote Telemetry Unit, remote station or simply “station”
UPS Uninterrupted Power Supply
RAM Random Access Memory
CF Interface standard for digital storage media in the form of
compact flash cards
DUN Dial-Up Network (e.g. telephone network or radio)
LAN Local Area Network (Ethernet network)
FW Firmware - program in electronic devices that facilitates
interaction between hardware and application software)
UTC Coordinated Universal Time as the basis for calculating local
times worldwide
GUI Graphical User Interface
DNS Domain Name System
JNLP Java Network Launching Protocol used to start and manage Java
programs
CPU Central Processing Unit
PPP Point-to-Point Protocol
FOTA Firmware Over The Air for updating software wirelessly (via
internet)
ISP Internet Service Provider

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General Safety Information
Typographic Conventions
The following conventions apply in this manual.
General Safety Information
Carefully read through the User Manual before using the Telemetry Gateway
Follow the instructions as well as the safety and warning notices for smooth
operation of the device.
Do not change any settings or make any modifications that are not described in
this User Manual. Improper handling can result in physical injuries or damage,
damage to the device or loss of data. Take note of all warning and safety
notices.
Intended Use
In the ADCON telemetry network, the A850 Telemetry Gateway acts as an
interface between the RTUs and computers on which addVANTAGE or a similar
data acquisition software is running for data analysis.
The product is designed to suit the scope of application described in this User
Manual. Applying the product outside the described scope of application will
result in the termination of the warranty obligation.
Italics Indicates that the text is variable and must be substituted for
something specific, as indicated in the explanation. Italics can
also be used to emphasize words as words or letters as letters,
and for cross references to other documents.
Bold Indicates special emphasis of the text.
Fixed font Indicates characters you must type or system messages, as
well as default values and file names.
HelpAbout Indicates a menu selection. For example, select the Help
menu, then the About option. Also indicates items on the
graphical user interface.
Note Indicates useful information. Notes appear after the
information they apply to.
CAUTION Indicates that you might get unexpected results if you don’t
follow the instructions. Cautions appear before the
information they apply to.
WARNING Indicates danger to yourself or damage to the device if you
don’t follow the instructions. Warnings appear before the
information they apply to.

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Chapter 2. Product Description
The Telemetry Gateway is used as a network controller. It manages and
transmits data between different networks:
• Pure networks consisting of GPRS mobile stations (no wireless modems are
required for this; only a stable, fast internet connection with a fixed IP
address is required instead)
• Pure networks consisting of UHF stations (with A440 or RA440 wireless
modems)
• Mixed networks consisting of UHF, GSM, GPRS and UMTS stations
Using the Telemetry Gateway, it is also possible to configure remote station
settings, such as measurement frequencies and changing threshold values for
alerts, activating power saving modes or adding IP addresses in the case of
GPRS.
An A440 can be connected directly via the cable interface. Up to 10 RA440
modems can be connected via the internet and GPRS/UTMS. This makes it
possible to receive data from a large number of RTUs in various ways: directly
via radio (wirelessly), directly via an internet connection and indirectly via
internet over UHF stations.
The Telemetry Gateway stores the incoming data in its memory. It can monitor a
large number of RTUs and store their data for a certain amount of time without
having to download the data to a computer.
The Telemetry Gateway is operated through a web app, which can be started
from any browser. Using this application, it is possible to add and configure new
stations, store metadata and run diagnostic programs for fault detection.
Several versions of the A850 Telemetry Gateway are available, which can
manage networks of 5 to up to 1,000 wireless stations.
The period of time a gateway can store data depends on the number of RTUs in
the network and the customized settings. The oldest data is overwritten.
Product Features
The Telemetry Gateway is designed for high availability and ensures continuous
24/7 operation.
A850 Telemetry Gateway
• Processor: 32 Bit ARM, running the Linux operating system
•32MBRAM
• 1 GB data storage for a max. of 200 standard RTUs
• Internal battery for uninterrupted power supply (depending on load (UHF) up
to 24 h)
A850-2020 Telemetry Gateway
• Processor: AM335x 1 GHz ARM® Cortex-A8
• 512 MB DDR3 RAM
•4GB8BiteMMC
• 1 GB standard, up to 32 GB Micro SD as hard drive

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Nameplate
Nameplate
The Telemetry Gateway includes a nameplate with the following information:
• Serial number
Package Contents
Before you begin installing the Telemetry Gateway, make sure that you have
received all of the components listed below:
• Telemetry Gateway
• Network cable (twisted pair standard Ethernet cable)
• CE Declaration of Conformity
Note If a component is missing or damaged, contact your ADCON dealer or our
Customer Service representatives – see “Customer Service”on page 9.
Supported Devices
The Telemetry Gateway can be used with all current wireless RTUs, UHF RTUs and
cellular wireless RTUs (2G, 3G, NBIot) as well as the A440 wireless modem.
• Series 3/A73x, A723, A724 RTUs
• Series 4/A753, A723_s4, A724_s4 RTUs
• Series 5/A75x RTUs
• Series 6/A76x RTUs
Note ADCON does not guarantee use with devices and versions that are not
supported.
Device Overview
Front Panel
The front panel of the Telemetry Gateway features three status LEDs that are
displayed during a CPU reset and during the boot process.
Figure 2. Front panel of the Telemetry Gateway
Status LED
When the Telemetry Gateway is turned on, the status LEDs display the system
status.
1 PWR Power supply
2 RUN Booting (restart)
3USR Kernel
PWR RUN USR
Illuminated Power on Booting Kernel
Flashing slowly Battery level > 75%
Flashing Battery level > 25 % Error
Flashing quickly Weak battery No configuration RTU activity
Not illuminated Power off Sysinit

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Interfaces
All three LEDs light up while the Telemetry Gateway is being reset or when the
Linux operating system is restarting.
PWR and RUN light up when the device is being initialized. The CF card is
checked, the configuration is loaded and various services are started.
USR flashes during an RTU task.
RUN flashes slowly when the clock has not been set.
RUN flashes quickly if the configuration could not be loaded or the CF card is
defective.
PWR flashes quickly when the battery is weak (< 25%).
Back Panel
The back panel of the Telemetry Gateway features various interfaces.
Figure 3. Back panel of A850 Telemetry Gateway
Figure 4. Back panel of A850-2020 Telemetry Gateway
Interfaces
•LAN
8-pin RJ-45 jack, 10/100 MBit Ethernet
•USB
USB 2.0
•CONSOLE
9-pin D-SUB connector, RS-232 (EIA-232)
•MODEM
9-pin D-SUB connector, RS-485 (EIA-485)
•RADIO MODEM
R12 circular connector (4-pin)
LAN Connection for the Ethernet network
USB USB port (e.g. for hard drive, USB stick with a data partition and up
to 4 GB of storage space)
CONSOLE Console port for connecting to a computer
RESET Hard reset for re-initializing the device.
Note: Use only in exceptional cases when communication via the
console is not possible or when recommended by Customer Service.
MODEM Wireless (radio) port (up to 10 RA440 modems)
RADIO MODEM Cable port (an A440)
Power supply socket AC power supply (3-pin plug for 90 to 230 VDC)

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Technical Data
Ports
Ports for external sensors (e.g. temperature, humidity) can be configured on the
Telemetry Gateway.
The internal values (e.g. battery voltage, CPU load) are generated by the
Telemetry Gateway.
• INTERNAL
•IOA
•SDIA
•IOB
•SDIB
•IOD
•SDID
Different ports can be assigned depending on the sensor type:
• Analog sensors – available at ports IOA, IOB, IOC and IOD
• Pulse counters – available at ports IOA, IOB, IOC and IOD
• Digital sensors – available at ports IOA, IOB, IOC and IOD
Sensor Driver
The sensor driver converts the saved data from the RTU into actual values – see
“Updating the Default Sensor Types”on page 34.
Technical Data
The following technical data applies to the Telemetry Gateway:
A850-2020 A850
Dimensions (W x D x H) 265 x 210 x 65 mm
Weight 2,160 g 1,862 g
Protection class IP-50
Operating temperature
range
-10°C to +55°C
Case Steel, coated
Connectors 1x USB
1x 100 MBit Ethernet
1x RS-232
1X RS-485 (to A440)
2x USB
1x 100 MBit Ethernet
2x RS-232
1x RS-485 (to A440)
Power supply
100 to 240 V~, max. 15 W 90 to 240 V~, max. 15 W
Integrated 8.4 V NiMH battery with
4,500 mAh for uninterrupted
power supply (UPS)
Operating system Debian Linux OS 4.19
kernel
Embedded Linux OS 2.4
kernel
Configurator Web-enabled Java application with GUI
Data viewer Graph and table
Processor AM335x 1 GHz ARM®
Cortex-A8
Cirrus Logic 32-bit ARM

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License Types
License Types
You can use more or fewer components in the network depending on the license
type (e.g. number of RTUs, sensors or modems).
The basic license includes the following components:
•5RTUs
• 2 GPRS modem ports
• 2 A440 modems
The basic license can be upgraded to include the following components:
• Up to 10 GPRS modem ports
• Up to 10 A440 modems
• Up to 1,000 RTUs
For more information, contact your ADCON dealer or our Customer Service
representatives – see “Customer Service”on page 9.
RAM 512 MB DDR3 32 MB
Flash 4 GB eMMC
Data storage 16 GB Micro SD card (up to
768 TBW – terabytes
written)
1 GB CF card (1 million
read/write cycles)
Data polling from
Tele metr y G ate way
Through an XML-based addUPI protocol
RTU poll interval Adjustable from 1× per minute to 1× per week
Battery life during power
failure
Up to 24 h, depending on number of RTUs and poll
intervals
Number of RTUs supported 5 / 100 / 250 / 500 / 1,000
(of which up to 200 can be UHF direct)
Number of external
wireless modems
supported
An A440 directly via the connection on the rear panel
Up to ten A440 modems via internet (RA440)
Diagnostic functions RF signal strength; transmission error rate,
transmission delay, internal battery charge level, power
failure

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Chapter 3. System Setup
This chapter describes how to install the Telemetry Gateway. The Telemetry
Gateway is intended for indoor use only.
Before proceeding with the installation, take your time to plan your network.
The following installation options are available depending on how the gateway
will be used:
• If you will be running the Telemetry Gateway as a mobile wireless station
(GSM), a stable, fast internet connection with a static and public IP address
is sufficient. Dynamic IP addresses are not supported. Make sure that the
mobile service provider offers adequate on-site coverage.
• If the Telemetry Gateway is going to be operated with one or more ADCON
wireless modems, the base unit consists of the A850 Telemetry Gateway or
a connected A440 and/or up to 10 RA440 modems.
Installation Safety Information
Read the following safety information carefully before installation. Ignoring this
information can result in damage to the Telemetry Gateway.
• The Telemetry Gateway may only be installed by qualified electricians and
authorized personnel.
• Protect the Telemetry Gateway from excessive heat and humidity.
• All connecting lines must be laid in a manner that prevents tripping and
they must not be kinked or subjected to mechanical stress.
• The mast on which the wireless modem is mounted must be properly
grounded.
Installation Site
Note the following network requirements when choosing an installation site:
• From a wireless technology perspective, the height of the receiving antenna
is crucial for long-range data transmission. The higher the modem is
mounted, the greater its transmission range.
• For good transmission quality, the distance between the Telemetry Gateway
and the modem is critical. Install the components of the base station as
close as possible to each other.
• Make sure that the base station is placed as centrally as possible in the area
of the connected RTUs.
• The server room must be air conditioned.
• If you plan to operate the Telemetry Gateway as a server, include an option
to establish a remote connection (Remote Desktop Protocol, TeamViewer
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Installation
Installation
The following describes how to install the Telemetry Gateway for wireless use
when used as a base station. If you are installing a cellular (GSM wireless
communication) Telemetry Gateway, contact our Customer Service
representatives – see “Customer Service” on page 9.
Installing the A440 Wireless Modem
Note The wireless modem is preconfigured and does not require any further
configuration.
The wireless modem is intended for outdoor use.
• Attach the wireless modem to a nearby mast.
• Mount the wireless modem with mast on the roof of the building in which
the base station is running.
The communication range is directly proportional to the installation height of the
receiving antenna.
Carry out the following steps to install the wireless modem:
Figure 5. Wireless modem installation
1. Attach the wireless modem with the mounting clamp to the aluminum mast
(included in package).
2. Secure the antenna to the wireless modem.
3. Plug the cable into the corresponding interface on the modem.
4. Secure the mast in its place or on the building roof.
5. Run the modem cable to the Telemetry Gateway indoors.
Note The supplied modem cable is 30 m long. A 75 m connecting cable between the
A440 and A850 is available as an alternative option. Contact your ADCON
dealer.
Antenna height Range
6 m (18 ft) 5 km (3 mi)
10 m (31 ft) 8 km (5 mi)
20 m (62 ft) 16 km (10 mi)
30 m (92 ft) 24 km (15 mi)

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Installation
Telemetry Gateway Installation
1. Install the Telemetry Gateway on a stable, level surface.
2. Connect the modem cable to the RADIO MODEM port on the rear panel of the
Telemetry Gateway.
Figure 6. Telemetry Gateway installation
Connecting the Telemetry Gateway with the Computer
To establish communication between the Telemetry Gateway and the computer,
set up the connections as shown in Figure 6:
• If you are using a switch to link multiple computers to a LAN network, use a
twisted pair Ethernet cable to connect the Telemetry Gateway to the switch.
Connect the cable to the LAN port on the rear panel of the Telemetry
Gateway (included in the package).
• The Telemetry Gateway can also be operated directly with a standalone
computer. The null modem cable is included in the package.
The console port is used for debugging and for changing the default
configuration of the Telemetry Gateway.
Connecting to the Power Supply
Connect the power cable to the AC power supply on the rear panel of the
Telemetry Gateway and to an electrical outlet.
Once the device is connected to power, all 3 LEDs on the front panel of the
Telemetry Gateway will light up. PWR and RUN are illuminated while the device is
initializing. As soon as the default configuration is loaded, only PWR remains lit
(after approx. 2 minutes).
Note Before operating the Telemetry Gateway for the first time, charge the internal
battery for at least 6 hours. To do this, disconnect the connection to the A440.
Telemetry Gateway Initialization
During initialization the Telemetry Gateway is set to operating mode and is used
for the following:
• Initial installation
• Reconfiguration (after changes and debugging are completed)
Initialization is started via the web interface. Alternatively, a console interface
with a command line interface is available. A terminal program such as TeraTerm
or similar is required for communication.
Note When the Telemetry Gateway is used in battery mode, the charge level must be
more than 75% (PWR flashes slowly).

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Installation
Launching the Configurator
The web interface facilitates communication with the Telemetry Gateway via any
web browser. With the configurator you can view and adjust basic settings for
the Telemetry Gateway, obtain additional information and support, and access
the Telemetry Gateway GUI.
Prerequisites
• Java: version 8 or higher, 64-bit version recommended
• Stable internet or network connection
• Web browser: Mozilla Firefox recommended
• A850: FW 3.7.1 or higher
• Optional: 7-Zip
Logging onto the Telemetry Gateway
1. Launch your browser and enter the server URL.
The default address of the ADCON Telemetry Gateway is: 192.168.1.1
The web interface welcome page opens.
Figure 7. Configurator welcome page
2. Check the date and time on the top right of the welcome page.
Note For dates to be valid, it is important that the Telemetry Gateway is synchronized
with the time server – see “Troubleshooting” on page 54.
3. Click on Device Status and check if the latest firmware is installed.
Note Create a backup before making changes with the configurator. You can restore
the data in case errors are made during configuration.
4. Click on Launch Configurator to access the Telemetry Gateway graphical
user interface.
5. You will be prompted to open or save the JNLP file. By default the file is
saved under “Downloads”. Double-click on the file there to run it.
Note If the web application does not start, check whether Java is installed on your
computer and enabled in your browser. Contact your system administrator.
6. When launching the application for the first time, a Java Virtual Machine
security warning will appear. Select the checkbox if you do not want to see
this warning again. Run the application.
Figure 8. Running the JAVA application