BERMAD Omega Operating instructions

Installation and Operation Guide
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Safety
Safety Conventions ................. 4
Safety Instructions .................. 5
FCC Notice ......................... 6
Declaration of Conformity ............ 6
Omega Controller Nameplate ......... 7
Introduction
Overview .......................... 9
Typical Connection Layout ........... 10
Omega Controller ................... 11
Cloud Management System........... 12
Installation
Mounting Omega ................... 14
Powering Omega ...................20
Connecting Peripherals ..............23
Communicating with Omega ..........27
Configuring Controllers
Registering ........................32
Logging In .........................33
Project Dashboard Overview. . . . . . . . . . 34
Managing Projects and Controllers .... 35
Basic Device Settings................42
Managing Programs .................50
Additional Device Settings ...........58
Managing Users ....................64
Monitoring Controllers
Manually Operating Valves ...........70
Manually Starting a Program. . . . . . . . . . 72
Alerts .............................73
Logs ..............................74
Graphs ............................77
Irrigation Calendar ..................78
Specifications
Warranty
Copyrights and Disclaimers
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Safety |
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1. SAFETY
This chapter reviews the Omega safety concerns and includes:
Safety Conventions
Safety Instructions
FCC Notice
Declaration of Conformity
Omega Controller Nameplate
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Safety Conventions
WARNING: Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in
injury or death.
NOTE: Indicates additional
information to help the user
obtain optimum performance.
Notes are not safety-related to
the equipment or personnel.
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CAUTION: Indicates that the
equipment or environment can
be damaged, or data can be
corrupted.
Tip: Indicates useful information
to simplify steps or procedures.
DANGER: Indicates an immediate
hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, will result in serious
injury or death. This signal word
is limited to extreme situations.
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Safety | Safety Instructions |
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Safety Instructions
Prior to performing any work on the Omega controller, become familiar with the following safety concerns:
General Safety Instructions
Read this installation and operation guide prior to installing and servicing
the system.
Pay careful attention to all cautions and warnings in this guide.
Installation must comply with all local electrical and plumbing codes.
It is recommended that a licensed electrician performs all electrical
connections. Improper installation could result in shock or fire hazard.
Omega is not intended for use by children.
Battery Safety Instructions
BERMAD is not responsible for battery failures due to mishandling.
Do not crush, break, or disassemble the batteries.
Do not damage the battery label, which acts as an electrical insulation for
the battery can.
Do not install the batteries backwards, put in fire, submerge in fluids, or mix
with other battery types.
Do not weld or solder the batteries onto the battery compartment.
Dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Internal batteries are intended for operating in offline mode.
Contact BERMAD for battery replacement when depleted or damaged.
External Power Source Safety Instructions
Before connecting to an external power source, ensure the external power
polarity matches the one marked on the Omega connector board.
The power supply cables must first be connected to the Omega power
connectors before plugging into an external power source.
The Omega controller must first be unplugged from the external power
source before disconnecting the power supply cables from the power
connectors.
WARNING: Contact with
electrical equipment and
connections can cause electric
shock if the power supply is
turned on.
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Safety | FCC Notice |
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FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Declaration of Conformity
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with EN 61010-1:2010 and IEC 61010-1:2010, AMD1:2016 standards
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Safety | Omega Controller Nameplate |
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Omega Controller Nameplate
The Omega controller nameplate is located on the
back of the controller. It contains the following
information:
Manufacture date
Model type
(Omega or Omega RS)
QR code (contains serial number, link
to BERMAD cloud, and encrypted
controller activation code)
Serial number
Activation code
Power source data
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Introduction | Omega Controller Nameplate |
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2. INTRODUCTION
This chapter reviews the Omega controller and includes:
Overview
Typical Connection Layout
Omega Controller
Cloud Management System
NOTE: This guide reviews all
possible Omega controller
configurations. Specific controller
configuration varies by model.
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Introduction | Overview |
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Overview
Omega is an advanced cloud-based irrigation controller. It provides a user-friendly and cost-effective solution for irrigation heads as well as water distribution, data
acquisition, and pre-paid systems.
Controller Features
Offline and online control.
Volumetric and time-based irrigation.
High/low flow monitoring (when used with a water meter pulse sensor).
Leak detection.
Up to five latch outputs, four digital inputs, and two analog inputs.
Option to connect up to ten extension controllers in parallel via RS-485,
allowing for a total of 44 latch outputs, 44 digital inputs, and 22 analog
inputs. (RS models only)
Option to connect up to forty RF remote units via an RF gateway, each
with a single latch output. (RS models only)
Comprehensive log registry allows for long periods of offline operation.
Up to 5 years battery-powered operation in low-energy mode, with option
to connect to external power source.
Industrial grade electronic components (-35 °C to 75 °C).
IP65 rated with UV protection for outdoor installation.
CE and FCC standard compliant.
Communication Features
Built-in GSM modem with global data SIM card for worldwide Internet
connectivity.
Secured end-to-end communication using 4G modem with 2G fallback.
Supports NB-IoT, CAT-M, and GPRS protocols.
Real-time alert notifications to a PC, tablet, and smartphone.
BLE communication, enabling local smartphone connection to the Omega
controller.
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Introduction | Typical Connection Layout |
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Typical Connection Layout
The following can connect to the Omega controller's connection
terminals (see Connecting Peripherals):
Latch output connection terminals:
▪Latch solenoids - irrigation valves and master valve
▪Latch relay - water pumps
Digital input connection terminals:
▪Water meters
▪Dry contact and open collector digital sensors
Analog input connection terminals:
▪Analog sensors
Up to ten extension controllers –
total of 44 latch outputs, 44 digital
inputs, and 22 analog inputs
(RS models only)
RF
Gateway
RF
Remote
Unit
RF
Remote
Unit
RF
Remote
Unit
RS-485 RS-485
Tip: When installing open
collector sensors, verify the
polarity matches what is marked
on the Omega connector board
Up to five
latch outputs
Up to four
digital inputs
Up to two
analog inputs
Up to forty RF remote units
–total of 44 latch outputs, 4
digital inputs, and 2 analog
inputs (RS models only)
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Introduction | Omega Controller |
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Omega Controller
The Omega controller includes the following:
Connection terminals
Mounting bracket
SIM card
RS-485 connector1
Battery
compartment
Power connector
SMA connector for
external antenna2
1Available in Omega RS, RF, and X models only
2Not standard
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Introduction | Cloud Management System |
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Cloud Management System
BERMAD Cloud provides a centralized web-based user interface for the Omega
controller, allowing for anywhere-anytime management and real-time visual
monitoring of the irrigation system using a PC, tablet, or smartphone.
BERMAD Cloud offers the following benefits:
Password protected login.
Dynamic dashboard.
Irrigation management and monitoring tools.
Alert controls.
Log information and report generation.
Omega
Cloud
Management
software
NB-IoT
GPRS
BLE
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Installation | Cloud Management System |
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3. INSTALLATION
This chapter reviews Omega installation and includes:
Mounting Omega
Powering Omega
Connecting Peripherals
Communicating with Omega
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Installation | Mounting Omega |
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Mounting Omega
This section reviews mounting the Omega controller and includes:
Wall Mounting
Valve Mounting
Pole Mounting
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Installation | Mounting Omega |
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Wall Mounting
Perform the following steps to mount the Omega controller to a wall:
1. Attach the mounting
bracket to the wall using
two screws
2. Position the Omega
controller onto the bracket
3. Verify the bracket
is fully inserted into
the controller slot
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Valve Mounting
Perform the following steps to mount the Omega controller to a valve:
2. Attach the bracket adapter
plate to the valve using the bolt
and nut which were removed
1. Remove the bolt
and nut from the valve
NOTE: The bracket adapter plate
provided by BERMAD is designed
for horizontal installations, and
is suitable for the BERMAD 200
series controllers without further
need for adjustments
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3. Insert the mounting
bracket into the Omega
controller
4. Verify the bracket
is fully inserted into
the controller slot
5. Position the mounting
bracket onto the bracket
adapter plate
6. Verify the bracket adapter
plate clicks in place and is securely
fastened to the mounting bracket
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Pole Mounting
Perform the following steps to mount the Omega controller to a pole:
1. Attach the bracket adapter
plate to the U-clamp using a
bolt and nut
2. Attach the U-clamp to
the pole using two nuts
NOTE: The U-clamp is an optional
accessory that must be ordered
separately. The U-clamp provided
by BERMAD fits 1" (DN25) to 2"
(DN50) pole diameters.
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3. Insert the mounting
bracket into the Omega
controller
4. Verify the bracket
is fully inserted into
the controller slot
5. Position the mounting
bracket onto the bracket
adapter plate
6. Verify the bracket adapter
plate clicks in place and is securely
fastened to the mounting bracket
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Installation | Powering Omega |
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Powering Omega
This section reviews powering the Omega controller and includes:
Battery Power Supply
External Power Source
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