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Contents
1Introduction....................................................................................................... 1-1
2Scope................................................................................................................. 2-1
3Safety ................................................................................................................ 3-1
4Mechanical ........................................................................................................ 4-2
Basestation Installation (Main Kit components). ...............................................4-3
Selecting a location for the Base Stations ..........................................................4-4
4.2.2.1 Carrying out the Range Test .......................................................................4-9
Wall Mounting the base station and Antennas................................................4-10
Pole Mounting the Antennas............................................................................4-13
Fitting the MooMonitor+ Collars to the Cows .................................................4-20
5Electrical............................................................................................................ 5-5
Base Station Wiring ............................................................................................5-5
CAT 6 Connection to Basestation .......................................................................5-9
Basestation ISM Antenna Radio Frequencies...................................................5-10
Connecting the 12V DC Power Supply..............................................................5-11
Installing a Voltage Regulator to the Base Station (USA installations only) ....5-12
Basestation LED Power up................................................................................5-14
6Controls........................................................................................................... 6-15
Configuring the base station using a USB to UART connection .......................6-15
Configuring the base station using a UART connection ...................................6-16
6.1.2.1 Step 1: Accessing the base station using UART........................................6-17
6.1.2.2 Step 2. Configuring the Farm ID and the base station ID .........................6-17
6.1.2.3 Step 3: Configuring the Wi-Fi using UART ................................................6-20
6.1.2.4 Step4: Configuring the GSM connection using UART...............................6-22
6.1.2.5 Step 5: configuring the Cloud connection using UART.............................6-23
6.1.2.6 Step 6. Configuring the base station radio link using UART.....................6-24
6.1.2.7 Step 7: Configuring device logging using UART........................................6-27
App Overview ...................................................................................................6-29
Launching the App............................................................................................6-30
MooMonitor+ Android App User interface......................................................6-31
6.2.3.1 Animal Tables ...........................................................................................6-32
6.2.3.2 Draft Table ................................................................................................6-33
Android App Options Menu .............................................................................6-34
Working with Multiple Farms...........................................................................6-35

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Assigning a MooMonitor+ ................................................................................6-36
Viewing Cow data .............................................................................................6-37
Adding Events ...................................................................................................6-39
6.2.8.1 Add Heat Event.........................................................................................6-40
6.2.8.2 Add Insemination event ...........................................................................6-41
6.2.8.3 Adding a calving event..............................................................................6-42
6.2.8.4 Add Drafting Event ...................................................................................6-43
6.2.8.5 Add Body Condition Score........................................................................6-44
6.2.8.6 Add Dry Off Event .....................................................................................6-45
6.2.8.7 Add Do Not Breed (DNB) Event ................................................................6-46
6.2.8.8 Log a Pregnancy Check .............................................................................6-47
6.2.8.9 Adding a Behaviour Alert..........................................................................6-48
View Basestation Status ...................................................................................6-49
Near Field Communication (NFC) .....................................................................6-53
App Overview ...................................................................................................6-54
Launching the App............................................................................................6-54
MooMonitor + IOS App User Interface ............................................................6-55
6.3.3.1 Animal Tables ...........................................................................................6-56
6.3.3.2 Draft Table ................................................................................................6-57
View Cow data..................................................................................................6-58
Adding Events ...................................................................................................6-60
6.3.5.1 Add Heat ...................................................................................................6-61
6.3.5.2 Add Insemination event ...........................................................................6-62
6.3.5.3 Add Drafting Event ...................................................................................6-63
6.3.5.4 Adding Calving event ................................................................................6-64
6.3.5.5 Log a Pregnancy Check .............................................................................6-65
6.3.5.6 Log the animals Body Condition Score .....................................................6-66
6.3.5.7 Add Do Not Breed (DNB) Event ................................................................6-67
6.3.5.8 Add Behaviour Alert .................................................................................6-68
6.3.5.9 Add Dry Off Event .....................................................................................6-69
Batching ............................................................................................................6-70
Assigning a MooMonitor+ ................................................................................6-71
View Basestation Status ...................................................................................6-72
Logging in..........................................................................................................6-73
Fertility Dashboard ...........................................................................................6-74
The Application Menu: .....................................................................................6-75
The Context Menu: Alerts Tab, Groups, Records Tab & Reports Tab ..............6-76
6.4.4.1 The Alerts Tab...........................................................................................6-76
6.4.4.2 The Groups Tab.........................................................................................6-77
6.4.4.3 The Records Tab .......................................................................................6-77
6.4.4.4 The Reports Tab........................................................................................6-78
6.4.4.5 Add Animal ...............................................................................................6-79
6.4.4.6 Edit Animal................................................................................................6-80
6.4.4.7 Assigning a MooMonitor+ ........................................................................6-81

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6.4.4.8 Manage Notifications ...............................................................................6-82
6.4.4.9 Adding Quite Time to Notifications..........................................................6-83
6.4.4.10 Animal Group function .............................................................................6-84
6.4.4.11 Undelete Animal.......................................................................................6-86
Viewing Cow Data.............................................................................................6-87
Adding Events ...................................................................................................6-90
6.4.6.1 Add Health Event......................................................................................6-91
6.4.6.2 Add Heat Event.........................................................................................6-92
6.4.6.3 Add Insemination .....................................................................................6-93
6.4.6.4 Add Embryo Transfer................................................................................6-94
6.4.6.5 Add Pregnancy Check Result ....................................................................6-95
6.4.6.6 Add Dried Off Event..................................................................................6-96
6.4.6.7 Add Calving Event .....................................................................................6-97
6.4.6.8 Add Body Condition Score (BCS) ..............................................................6-98
6.4.6.9 Add Do Not Breed Event (DNB) ................................................................6-99
7Commissioning .................................................................................................. 7-1
8Trouble shooting................................................................................................ 8-3
9Acronyms / abbreviations .................................................................................. 9-1
10 Reference documents/appendices ................................................................... 10-2
11 Contact Information......................................................................................... 11-1

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1Introduction
The Dairymaster MooMonitor+ is the most advanced animal behavioural analysis
tool in the world
All MooMonitor+ units are equipped with NFC (Near Field Communication) to allow
the farmer, AI technician and Vet direct access to the animal’s data and history
through touch less mobile technology.
The New tags are lighter, have reduced power consumption and longer range.
The MooMonitor+ Base Station is now also equipped with multiple microprocessors
for the highest performance radio chips available.
Data is stored securely through cloud based software with no data limits as more
space becomes available as data level increases. The Cloud system also reacts to
peak data traffic so it never becomes slow.
The Cloud system also allows for Centralized support resulting in less technical
support of individual PCs on individual farms and instantaneous software upgrades
for all customers
The new MooMonitor+ mobile App now allows for two-way interaction in the new
system where information is real-time and actions can be taken immediately e.g.
Cow & insemination events can be entered real time.
Figure 1 - MooMonitor + and MooMonitor +
base station with antenna

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2Scope
The information in this manual is intended for qualified technicians trained in the
installation of the Dairymaster MooMonitor +
The Information in this manual relates to the latest software version of the web
interface and mobile devices. This manual contains information for the following:
Web Interface: Software Version 2.5
Android App: Software Version 2.0
IOS App: Software Version 2.0
This latest version of the installation manual contains new information relating to
the latest Android and IOS Apps. There have been lots of additional features added
to the mobile apps which will enable the user to receive and update more
information at any time
For repairs it is recommended that you use Dairymaster replacement parts alone.
Dairymaster warranties cover operation of its parts alone and cannot be held
responsible for the malfunction of parts not supplied by Dairymaster.
For further information regarding Dairymasters Moo Monitor + system or any other
Dairymaster product please feel free to contact us through e-mail or by telephone
using the details given below:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: [phone]
This manual contains information allowing installers to:
Install the Base station
Carry out any checks to ensure a successful installation.
Troubleshoot an installation
Test the MooMonitor + system to ensure data is transmitting and being received.

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3Safety
Before attempting any installation /
maintenance works
Always isolate the electrical supply.
Warning
To prevent accidental injury ensure all safety devices and PPE are used during any
maintenance / installation works. Always ensure that following guidelines are
adhered to at a minimum.
Follow the current Health & Safety standards appropriate to you region.
Ensure Tools used, are appropriate for the task.

The work area has been checked by a suitable person; who has been
identified in accordance with the relevant industry / statutory regulations in
your region as a capable person to access the work area. This person must
deem the work area is a safe suitable working environment.
Safe systems of work are in place and are being adhered to.

That all equipment has been checked by a suitable person and are
appropriate for the task.
You alone are responsible for Health & Safety

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment
Canada
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using
an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that necessary for successful communication."
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio
peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur)
approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des
autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la
puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité
nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante."
"Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes:
1. l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2. l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement."

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4Mechanical
Pre requisites
The following are the minimum prerequisites for the successful mechanical aspects
of the installation of the MooMonitor +
Equipment & basic checks required:
1. Suitable scaffolding or lifting equipment that are necessary to accommodate
working at heights.
2. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all required statutory
safety requirements have been adhered to before attempting installations
at height.
3. Suitable mechanical fixing equipment –drills, mechanical fixings, etc are
available on site.
4. Ensure a survey has been conducted by a suitable person for any building
services, which may be in place before attempting any drilling or cutting in
the building fabric.
5. It is the responsibility of the installer to the work area meets any required
statutory safety requirements and that all safety measures have been
adhered to before attempting any installation or maintenance works.

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Installation procedures
Basestation Installation (Main Kit components).
Wall mounting
bracket
Wall mounting
bracket
MooMonitor +
Basestation
GSM Antenna
ISM Antenna
WI-FI Antenna
Figure 2 –Typical MooMonitor + Basestation assembly

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Selecting a location for the Base Stations
The MooMonitor+ base station can be wall mounted or pole mounted. The installer
will need to survey the site and choose an appropriate location, which will provide
the best possible coverage for the ISM antenna to get a strong signal from the
MooMonitor+ on the animal.
Installers should note that a clear line of sight is ideal to ensure strong signal
strength between the Basestation antenna and the MooMonitor+.
Preferred Connection methods:
1. A wired comms connection to the base station and a PC.
2. Suitable Wi-Fi Connection with sufficient signal strength to ensure no signal
loss between the base station and the wireless router.
3. GSM/ GPS Connection with sufficient internet connectivity and speed.
A suitable stable Power Supply is also required to ensure correct operation of the
base station. Please refer to section 5 of the manual for further information on the
electrical aspects of the installation.
Please see below some indicative layouts which can be used for guidance purposes
on the location of the base station.
The main items the installer should concern themselves with is getting a clear line
of sight to the collection yard, the dairy and the grazing pasture (this is dependent
on farm layout).
The installer should ensure that the antennas are kept away from structures which
would impede the signal.

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In Figure 3, we see a typical layout of a farm complex, with collection yard, dairy
and surrounding buildings.
The general guidance for a situation like this would be as follows:
1. Mount the antenna in a location which will allow for line of sight over the
collection yard. (cows will be in the collection yard at least twice per day
allowing for data upload).
2. The base station and the antenna should be mounted no less than 2m above
ground level to avoid animal interference.
3. When installing conduct a range test to confirm sufficient signal is available
around the complex to allow for data upload.
Figure 3 –Typical layout of a farm complex with Base station covering
collection yard, dairy and buildings
Base Station &
Antenna

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In Figure 4, we see a typical layout of cow housing complex. The general guidance
for a situation like this would be as follows:
1. Mount the antenna in a location which will allow for line of sight over the
entire building. In the example above the base station is located in the
corner of the building looking out over the animals.
2. The base station and the antenna should be mounted no less than 2m above
ground level to avoid animal interference.
3. When installing conduct a range test to confirm sufficient signal is available
around the complex to allow for data upload.
Figure 4 –Typical layout of cattle housing with base station
the animals within the building
Base Station
& Antenna

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In Figure 5, we see a typical layout of a farm complex leading onto a pasture area.
The general guidance for a situation like this would be as follows:
1. Mount the antenna in a location which will allow for line of sight over the
entire pasture.
2. The base station and the antenna should be mounted no less than 2m above
ground level to avoid animal interference.
Figure 5 –Typical layout of a farm complex leading on to a pasture area
Base Station
& Antenna
Important Note:
In areas where large distance coverage is proposed using the ISM antenna, the
installer must be aware that slopes or rises in elevations such as valleys, hills or
large buildings could block the signal preventing data transmission.

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In certain cases an installer may be fitting a base station in an area with hills and
other obstructions such as buildings blocking the line of sight from the base station
to the MooMonitor+ on the animals in the pasture.
As shown above the signal from the base station may be blocked causing loss of
data.
Buildings are not the only obstacle an installer may face. In some cases the pasture
may be in a step valley. As shown above the line of sight to the animals and the
MooMonitor+ is broken by the land itself meaning signal from the base station may
be blocked causing loss of data.
Figure 6 –Sending a signal to a pasture with hills causing obstructions
Line of Sight lost
Figure 7 - Sending a signal to a pasture in a valley causing obstructions
Line of sight lost
Important Note:
In all cases the installer is advised to conduct a range test to ensure that the monitors
will communicate with the base station.

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4.2.2.1 Carrying out the Range Test
A range test must be carried out to confirm a sufficient signal exists around the
complex / pasture area to allow for data upload to the Base Station from the
MooMonitor+ on the cows collar.
Note: When conducting a MooMonitor+ Range test with a second Basestation on a
live farm be aware that existing tags on the farm may start to connect to this second
Basestation. In order to eliminate this use the existing farm Basestation to do the
range test or change the FarmID for the second Basestation and Range Tag.
The Green LED flashes on the Range Tag when the Base Station is in range.
The Red LED flashes while the Base Station is out of range. For further information
on conducting a range test please refer to section 7.1 Range Tag Test 7-1.
Figure 8 - MooMonitor Range Test Tag
Part No: 10401610
Figure 9 - Green LED will flash on when Range
Tag is in range of the base station
Figure 10 - Red LED will flash on when Range
Tag is in range of the base station

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Wall Mounting the base station and Antennas
The installation kit provided by Dairymaster will supply equipment for wall
mounting the antenna.
The wall mounted brackets provided are for use on a masonry structure with
suitable bearing capacity to carry to the base station, ancillary antennas and clamp
them onto the 51.7mm (2”) stainless steel pipe provided with the installation kit.
Begin by drilling four holes in a suitable masonry wall with an M10 drill bit.
The holes should be marked on the wall using the base station / basestation
mounting kit as a template for the hole locations.
Figure 11 –Mounting kit for base station onto a masonry wall
(Base station and antenna removed for clarity)
Fixing Points for the
mounting brackets

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Once the holes are drilled secure each bracket to the masonry structure using 2no
M10 X 70mm coach screws with a suitable wall plug.
Figure 12 –Mounting kit for base station onto a masonry wall
(Base station and antenna removed for clarity)
Figure 13 –Basestation mounted using the wall mounting kit.

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Figure 14 –Direction of the antenna may be adjusted using the ISM pole mounting
bracket.
Important Notes:
When installers are mounting the MooMonitor+ base station they must ensure the
following:
1. The structure used to mount the kit is suitable to carry the basestation.
2.
Routing of the cable must be done in a way which will ensure that the cable
is safe from the environment of installation and possible animal
interference.
3.
When extending the cables for the equipment that the connections are
protected from the environment and are fully weather resistant.
4.
The base station is installed at a height which will ensure animal interference
will not be an issue (i.e. in excess of 2m above ground).

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Pole Mounting the Antennas
If pole mounting the antenna the installer will need to ensure that the pole is secure
enough to carry the antennas. The installer must ensure that the antenna is stable
and not subject to excessive movement by wind or animal contact.
The ISM antennas are supplied with mounting brackets to allow the installation of
the units to a 51.7mm (2”) stainless steel pole.
Installers must ensure that the antenna is accurately pointing in the direction of the
animals wearing the MooMonitor+ units.
Figure 15 –ISM antenna and mounting bracket
Important Notes:
When installers are mounting the ISM antenna they must ensure the following:
1.
that the cable attaching the antenna to the basestation is routed to the
basestation neatly
2.
Routing of the cable must be done in a way which will ensure that the cable is
safe from the environment of installation and possible animal interference.
3.
When extending the cables for the equipment that the connections are protected
from the environment and are fully weather resistant.