Grodan GroSens User manual
Grodan GroSens MultiSensor System
Installation
Manual
Part of the ROCKWOOL Group
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Table of contents
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6 Maintenance
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8 Warranty
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7 Range and accuracy
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5 Troubleshooting
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1 Introduction
1.1 Before installation 4
1.2 Installation steps 5
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4 Connection to climate computer
4.1 Hardware installation 19
4.2 Software installation 20
4.3 Converter settings 20
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2 Hardware installation
2.1 General 6
2.2 Connectingrstsetof
cables 6
2.3 Smartbox 7
2.4 Connecting second set of
cables 7
2.5 GroSens Sensors 8
2.6 How to install the Sensors
in the greenhouse 9
2.7 Setting the correct plate
height 9
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9 Appendices
9.1 Sensor 22
9.2 Reader 23
9.3 Receiver 23
9.4 GroSens Smartbox 24
9.5 Convertor (climate
computer analogue
interface) 25
9.6 Overview of standard
GroSens System 26
9.7 Radio Frequency -
declaration of Conformity 28
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3 Software installation Smartbox
3.1 General 10
3.2 Login 10
3.3 Devices section 11
3.4 Irrigation section and
Sensors 11
3.5 Other devices 12
3.6 Create new section 12
3.7 Section settings 12
3.8 Slab types – setting the
correct type slab 13
3.9 Monitoring - adding and
conguringSensors 15
3.9.1 Adding Sensors 15
3.9.2 Row and offset –
conguringaSensor 16
3.10 Sunrise/sunset and
lighting setup 16
3.11 System date, time and
time zone 17
3.12 Update 18
3.13 Manage users – 18
authorisation levels
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1.1 Before installation
For a fast installation of the GroSens System, make sure
the following items are in place:
IT
• An extra LAN (Local Area Network) that can be
used for the GroSens System. This LAN needs to
be separate from the climate computer LAN.
• 3 to 6 connections on the LAN, each with its own
IP address.
Installation
• Enough UTP Ethernet cable (Cat. 5e) to connect the
GroSens Receiver and GroSens Smartbox.
• There should be 3-6 free electricity sockets
available for the PoE injector, Smartbox, and
Convertor
(the Convertor can also be powered with 24 V from
the climate computer cabinet).
• 3 free analogue connections to the climate
computer. The GroSens System will communicate 3
separate
signals: WC, EC and Temperature. These signals
are 0-5 Volt signals. In case this is not available or
unknown, contact the climate computer supplier.
• There must be a LAN (Ethernet) connection in the
climate computer cabinet.
1 Introduction
This manual will guide you through the
installation of the Grodan GroSens
System. The GroSens System consists
of several separate components:
GroSens Sensors
GroSens Receiver
GroSens Reader
GroSens Smartbox
GroSens Convertor
Ethernet Extender (if required)
Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector
All elements of a standard GroSens System are
described in appendix 8.6.
→Climate computer cabinet ←→ Greenhouse environment ← → Monitoring ←
GroSens Receiver
GroSens Reader
GroSens Smartbox Climate computer
GroSens Convertor
GroSens Extender
GroSens Sensors
start
- % WC
P3P2P1
- % WC
sunrise sunrisesunset
startdrain stop
WC%
start
- % WC
P3P2P1
- % WC
sunrise
resaturate
sunrisesunset
startdrain stop
WC%
refreshment
false drain
Computer
PoE Injector Network switch
Climate computer software package
Remote access via Internet Browser
3x
1x
1x 1x
1x 1x
1x
Ethernet cable (3x)
Adapter (3x)
Ethernet UTP cable CAT5,
5e or 6 (not included)
Analogue cable
Legenda
1.2 Installation steps
The following steps need to be completed to install a
GroSens System successfully:
Hardware installation: Described in section 2
Software installation: Described in section 3
Connection to climate computer: Described in section 4
The different components and the connections between
themareshowninthegureabove.Thenumbersin
parentheses show the number of these components in a
standard GroSens System package.
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2.4 Connecting second set of cables
Option 1
Option 2
2.1 General
Before starting to install the system, the rough location
oftheGroSensSensorsshouldbedened.The
maximum distance from the GroSens Sensors to the
GroSens Receiver is 50 meters. Due to the growth of
the crop, the distance will be larger at the start of the
season than at the end. The Sensors that are in the
same irrigation section should be used to calculate the
average of that section.
As shown in the overview, the GroSens Smartbox,
GroSens Receiver and GroSens Convertor need to be
connected to the LAN. Most growers also have a
specicclimatecomputerdigitalnetwork,operating
with similar Ethernet cables. Do not connect the
GroSens System to this network. The power supplies
must be connected to the 110-230 V~ net with the
appropriate plugs.
As shown in the overview, all the provided adapters
should be outside the greenhouse and connected to
the appropriate device.
The hardware must be installed in the following order:
1.Connectrstsetofcables(Section2.2)
a. GroSens Smartbox & Network Switch
b. Network Switch & PoE Injector
2. Connect power to GroSens Smartbox (Section 2.3)
3. Connect second set of cables (Section 2.4)
a. GroSens Receiver & PoE Injector (including
GroSens Ethernet Extender if required)
4. Activate Sensors (Section 2.5)
Please note: Ensure that conditions are dry when
installing the various parts at the locations. Preferably
do not install in direct sunlight or in a very hot place.
As alternative to the extender, also a switchbox can be
used every 100 meter.
This is specially recommended if:
• there is already internet available in the Greenhouse
• morethan2extenders/ampliersareneededto
cover larger distances.
Please note: For a swichbox a power socket is needed.
In case of a switchbox, the PoE connection of the
Receiver should be placed after the switchbox. At that
connection point 2 power sockets are needed.
A Switchbox is not included in the package but can
be optained at a local IT/computer store.
2.2 Connecting rst set of cables
The GroSens Smartbox should be connected to the Network Switch. From the Network Switch, a second cable is
required to the PoE injector. The Ethernet cables provided can be used for both connections. Provide power to
the PoE injector if required.
2.3 Smartbox
After connecting all cables and powering on the
GroSens Smartbox, the Smartbox LCD should
immediately display “Loading…”. After about 50
seconds, the LCD should switch to a screen that
displays the GroSens Smartbox IP address assigned by
the router, the Smartbox identity (initially set to its serial
number) and the current (Los Angeles) time. Make a
note of the IP address – it will be important for the next
steps.
Please note: It is not necessary to plug in a keyboard
and monitor to the Smartbox for installation.
The option is available but only for repair purposes.
In that case, the GroSens Smartbox works best with
a VGA monitor.
GroSens Smartbox Network switch
PoE Injector
PoE Injector
Extender
GroSens Receiver
GroSens Receiver
100m
100m 100m
GroSens Smartbox
PoE Injector
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2.5 GroSens Sensors
The GroSens Sensors need to be positioned within a
50 metre radius of the GroSens Receiver. The following
steps should be taken:
1. Determine roughly the spot where the GroSens
Sensors need to be placed.
2. Perform a set of measurements with the GroSens
Reader close to the chosen spot. See the GroSens
Reader manual for more instructions.
3. Determine a representative location and place a
GroSens Sensor.
LED’sTEST button
First, the long cable into the greenhouse should be
connected to the Receiver. The correct RJ45 outlet must
be used when connecting the PoE injector to the
GroSens Receiver. The outlet is located inside the
GroSens Receiver housing (see below).
The cable between the PoE injector outside the
greenhouse and the Receiver inside the greenhouse
cannot be longer than 100 metres (see option 1).
StandardEthernetcables:Cat5eissufcient.
If the distance between the PoE injector and the
Receiver is greater than 100 meters, an Extender or
Switchbox must be installed after every 100 metres of
cable (see option 2). There is one Extender provided in
the set. The maximum distance from the PoE Injector to
the Receiver is 200 metres. Extra Extenders to extend
the maximum distance can be ordered from Grodan
Customer Service if required.
When the GroSens Receiver is connected to the PoE
Injector, two LEDs should light up: the Power LED and
Link LED. The Power LED will light up immediately. The
link LED will turn on as soon as the GroSens Receiver
has auto-discovered the GroSens Smartbox; this can
take several minutes. Wait until the Link LED is lit before
continuing the installation process. After the connection
is made, the housing can be closed.
It is best to locate the GroSens Receiver above the
highest point of the crop (at the end of the season).
Position the Sensors in the centre of the area and, for
better wireless reception, as far as possible from steel
poles or other heavy greenhouse structures. Fasten the
Receiver with a tie-wrap or another sort of easily
removable mounting device in case the Receiver needs
to be relocated if the GroSens Sensors get out of range.
Please note: You must install the GroSens Smartbox
rst, as indicated in the installation sequence. The
GroSens Receiver will only connect to a GroSens
Smartbox that is already running. The Receiver requires
24V of power. This can also be realised by using a
standard 24V adaptor. The adapter should output DC
voltage between 12-30 volts, capable of supplying 500
milliamps of current.
LED’s
GroSens Receiver
4. Activate the GroSens Sensor by pushing the
TEST button. After activation, both LEDs will light
up and, after a few minutes, only the green LED
will glow:
- The green LED indicates round-trip
communication with the GroSens Smartbox.
- The red LED indicates a problem
communicating with the GroSens Smartbox.
5. You will not need to change GroSens Sensor
settings for installation. The settings can be
changed with the GroSens Reader if needed:
- Select your network (i.e. System Identity)
- Go to the Device screen
- Press the TEST button on the Sensor
- Select the Sensor in the list.
Please note: The GroSens Sensors are delivered with 4
fully charged AA batteries installed. The Sensors are in
“hibernate” mode when delivered. Pressing the TEST
button will activate them. It is recommended not to
activate them before installation, as the batteries will
lose their charge.
2.6 How to install the Sensors in the greenhouse
Place a Sensor 8 – 10 cm left from the 2nd block from
the drain hole. The antenna should be placed furthest
away from the 2nd block. This can be found in drawings
on the right..
In case the cropping system is different and the former
mentioned rule cannot be applied, please contact
Grodan Customer Service.
2.7 Setting the correct plate height
For all slabs with a height of 7,5 cm:
• The guiding plate should be positioned in the
lowest position. This is the position the Sensors are
normally delivered to customers. See picture:
For all slabs with a height of 10 cm:
• The guiding plate should be positioned in the
upper position. See picture:
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3.1 General
All hardware is preinstalled with the standard software
necessary. This section highlights the steps necessary to
apply custom settings.
3.2 Login
Log in with a computer plugged into the router or
connected to the network switch with an ethernet cable.
Go to the IP address listed on the Smartbox LCD screen
(e.g. http://192.168.1.58/).
It takes about 20 seconds to load the login screen.
On the start page, your preferred language can be set
using the drop down menu in the top right-hand corner.
Access to the GroSens Smartbox is protected with a
username and password. Usernames and passwords are
created at installation.
Clicking the “log in” button will redirect you to the
“dashboard page” or “starting page”.
If you use a valid email address to create a user,
dont forget to set the notication level at none! this
can be done in the manage users function (see 5.2.2)
3.3 Devices section (shortcut button )
ThedevicesoverviewshowshowyourGrosensSystemisconguredinthe
greenhouse in a non-graphical format. It also tells you how the complete systems
are operating.
The information from the Sensors is displayed in table
format, grouped by irrigation section. The information
from the Reader, Converters and Receivers is grouped
in a
separate section. If all bullets are green or yellow,
everythingisworkingne.Ifaredbulletisshown,the
device does not work and action is needed.
3.4 Irrigation section and Sensors
Field/Function Description
Clicking the section name takes you to the graph of that section (see Chapter 3 User Manual).
Clicking the cogwheel takes you to the section settings (see Chapter 4 User Manual).
The Status section provides information about device errors:
- A green dot is shown if data from the GroSens Sensor has been received by the GroSens Smartbox.
- A yellow triangle is shown if the Sensor has not delivered data in the last 10 minutes.
- A red icon is shown if the device is not working or not connected.
- The battery icon indicates the Sensor battery status:
- green: ok
- yellow: less than 30% capacity – it is advisable to replace the batteries
- red: you should replace the batteries immediately as no data is being received
- Signal strength icon:
- green: Sensor is working ok
- y
ellow: Sensor is working but it is advisable to move it closer to the Receiver or you might lose the connection
- red: signal strength is low – move the Sensor closer to the Receiver. Data might not be received because the
Sensor is too far from the Receiver
This column displays the name of the GroSens Sensor.
Clicking the Sensor number takes you to the section, where you can enter a row and offset for this Sensor.
WC, EC, T These columns show the latest values received from the GroSens Sensor.
Clicking any of the values takes you to the detailed chart for that Sensor.
This column displays whether the data from the GroSens Sensor has been used to calculate the average WC, EC and T
for the section.
This shows the date and time when the values from the GroSens Sensor were last checked and updated.
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Field/Function Description
Clicking the cogwheel takes you to the section settings (see Chapter 4 User Manual).
The Status section provides information about device errors:
- A green dot is shown if the data from the GroSens Sensor has been received by the GroSens Smartbox.
- A yellow triangle is shown if the device has not delivered data in the last 10 minutes.
- A red icon is shown if the device is not working or not connected.
This column displays the name and serial number of the GroSens device.
- CO is a Converter
- HE is a HandHeld
- RE is a Receiver
This column displays the type of device: Reader, Receiver or Converter
This column displays the device’s IP address (n/a = not applicable).
This shows the date and time when the values from the GroSens devices were last checked and updated.
3.5 Other devices
3.6 Create new section
Thisfunctionallowsyoutocreateandcongurean
irrigation section in which Sensors can be placed. When
you select this function, the following picture will appear
and display the section settings. There are three sub-
screens to complete:
3.7 Section settings
Here you can give the section a name and choose the
proper slab type or media type. Make sure the slab type
iscorrectlycongured–thisisdescribedinsection3.8.
Important!
Click “Apply” to save the settings.
Field/Function Description
Section name Enter the name for this section
Media type Choosethecorrectslabtypeforthissectionviathedropdownmenu.Makesureitisconguredcorrectly–
see 5.1.3.
Cancel
If you click “Cancel”, section creation will be aborted.
Apply
Saves the settings.
Delete Section
Ifyouareconguringanexistingsection,e.g.sectionA,the“Delete”buttonwillappear.Thiswillenableyoutodelete
a section.
Be aware that all the information will be lost.
• Section Settings
• Monitoring
- Add Sensor
- Select Sensor
-RowandOffset–congureaSensor
• Irrigation Control – connect a Converter
3.8 Slab types – setting the correct slab type
Inthismenuyoucanconguretheslabtypethat
applies to your greenhouse. The correct slab
determines the proper calculation model.
When you click “Slab Types”, the following window
will appear:
Click “Add” to go to the next screen.
Field/Function Description
Name Give the slab a name such as “Section 1”, “Location 1” or “2016 season”.
Copy From
Select the appropriate slab type from the dropdown menu:
Apply Click “Apply” to save the settings.
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You will be taken back to the main screen, where your
designed slab can be found in the menu bar. Click your
named slab type and then “Edit”. This will take you to
a menu bar where you can enter the correct settings
the settings.
Field/Function Description
Length You can select the appropriate length from the dropdown list:
Width
You can select the appropriate width from the dropdown list:
Height
You can select the appropriate height from the dropdown list:
Brand
Conrmthebrandfromthedropdownlist:
Crop Type Select the crop type from the dropdown list:
Pepper Spacer If you use a “pepper spacer” please check the appropriate spacer:
Apply Click “Apply” to save the settings.
After clicking “Apply”, you will see a summary of the
conguredslabtype:
3.9 Monitoring - adding and conguring Sensors
3.9.1 Adding Sensors
When you click “Monitoring”, the window shown right
will appear.
Field/Function Description
Add Sensor Clicking this dropdown menu opens a list of all the Sensors connected to the system along with their sections. You can
select a Sensor by clicking its number. After selecting a Sensor it will appear in the section
Row ThisistherowinwhichtheGroSensSensorislocated.Iftheeldisisblank,youcanenteranumber.
Offset
ThisshowsthepostintherowwheretheGroSensSensorislocated.Iftheeldisblank,youcanenteranumber.
Clicking the cross deletes a Sensor from that section and takes you back to the pool. It may take 20 seconds for it to appear
in the pool.
Cancel
If you click “Cancel”, section creation will be aborted.
Apply
Saves the settings.
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3.9.2 Row and offset – conguring a Sensor
When you click the row or offset number in the screen,
you will see the following window which allows you to
congureaSensor:
Field/Function Description
Row ThisistherowinwhichtheGroSensSensorislocated.Ifthiseldisblank,youcanenteranumber.
Offset
ThisisthepostintherowwheretheGroSensSensorislocated.Ifthiseldisblank,youcanenteranumber.
Operation mode
When you click this function, a dropdown menu will appear. The Sensor is set to normal mode.
Cancel
If you click “Cancel”, section creation will be aborted.
Apply Saves the settings.
Alerts Clicking this button opens a window which gives you detailed information on recent alerts.
Clicking the dashboard icon ( ) returns you to the dashboard.
Activating the delete function completely removes the Sensor from the Smartbox System.
After deleting you can restore the Sensor by clicking the test button.
3.10 Sunrise/sunset and lighting setup
Inthismenuyoucanselectwhetheryouusearticialor
natural lighting:
• For natural light, you will need to enter the
longitude and latitude to display sunrise and sunset
in the graphs (yellow blocks and time). Data is
gathered every 3 minutes during daylight hours and
every
30 minutes during the night.
• Whenarticiallightischosen,lightingtimeintervals
can be set. During the set lighting time period, data
will be gathered every 3 minutes.
Field/Function Description
Natural Lighting Check this option if you are using natural lighting.
Latitude
Shows the latitude.
Longitude Shows the longitude.
Get Latitude Longitude Whenyouclickthisfunction,youwillbetakentoGoogleMapstohelpyoundtheappropriatelatitudeand
longitude. You can copy and paste the values into this page.
ArticialLighting Checkthisoptionifyouareusingarticiallighting.
Lights on time Time when lights go on.
Lights off time Time when lights go off.
Apply Click “Apply” to save the new values.
3.11 System date, time and time zone
Field/Function Description
Time Zone The time zone where the GroSens System is located.
Use Internet Time Use internet time as default (highly recommended).
Date Current date.
Time Current time.
Update Click “Update” to save the new values.
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3.12 Update
When you click this function, the system will check
whether there are any software updates available.
3.13 Manage users – authorisation levels
In this section you can add extra usernames and
passwords so other employees can have access to the
Smartbox System. You can also set the user level.
Note:thenoticationlevelshouldbesetto“None”.
Field/Function Description
Enter email address Specifytheusernameinthiseldintheformofanemailaddress.
User Password Enterthepasswordinthiseld.
Verify password Verify the password by entering it again.
Noticationlevel Noticationlevelshouldbesetat“None”.Ifyouselect“All”,allalertsaresenttoyouremailaddress
User Level You can choose between “Read Only” – this will only enable you to view the graphs – or “Administrator”.
In the administrator role you have access to all menus in the software.
Create User Clicking“CreateUser”savesthesettingsforthedenednewuser.
Modify User Clicking“Modify”afteradeneduserenablesyoutomodifythesettings,includingthepassword.
Youcanalsoremoveapreviouslydeneduser.
4.1 Hardware Installation
1. The GroSens Convertor has the following outputs:
Check whether the climate computer has 3 free
analogue connection points. If they are available,
proceed with further installation. If not, contact
the climate computer installer.
2. The GroSens Convertor needs to be connected
to the Network Switch and climate computer.
A cable is supplied for the connection between
the Convertor and the Network Switch.
3. For the connection between the GroSens Convertor
and the climate computer, a simple wire cable can
be used.
4. The Convertor can be powered on after
connection and checking the other parts of the
GroSens set. Optionally, the Convertor can also
be fed with 24V from the climate computer
cabinet in which it is installed.
5. TheConvertorhasaexiblemountingbracket.
It will simply snap onto a standard-sized DIN rail
found in many climate computer enclosures.
Alternatively, the bracket can be mounted with
screws directly to a wall with the Convertor then
clipped onto the mounting bracket.
6. The labelled ports on the Convertor: ‘WC’, ‘EC’
and ‘Temp’ should be connected to the climate
computer.
4 Connection to climate computer
GroSens Convertor Output
WC Water Content
(WC)
0-5V output representing average
water content of the section
EC Electric
Conductivity (EC)
0-5V output representing average
electrical conductivity of the section
TEMP Temperature
(Temp)
0-5V output representing average
temperature of the section
Network switch GroSens Convertor Climate computer
start
- % WC
P3P2P1
- % WC
sunrise sunrisesunset
startdrain stop
WC%
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- % WC
P3P2P1
- % WC
sunrise
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sunrisesunset
startdrain stop
WC%
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4.2 Software installation
After following the procedure for the hardware
installation of the Convertor and when the Link LED
is constantly lit, the following steps need to be
completed:
1. Click on the cog wheel of the section, the
connvertor should be assigned to
2. Click “irrigation settings”
3. Irrigation control – connecting a Converter
Clicking the “Irrigation Control” tab takes you to
thefollowingwindow,inwhichyoucancongurea
Converter:
Now the GroSens Convertor can receive commands
from the GroSens Smartbox and send the analogue
information to the Climate Computer.
4. As a last step, it is important to check the values in
the Climate Computer. The values should be
identical to the GroSens Smartbox. If the values are
different, the voltage needs to be checked.
5. If different settings in voltage are needed due to
different voltage settings of the climate computer,
go to “Converter settings” in the menu settings
4.3 Converter settings
TheConvertersettingsareconguredasdescribed
below. They can be edited if necessary by entering the
required values. Click “Apply” to save your settings.
If you have edited values and you want to reset the
originalgures,click“Loadoriginalsettings”.
For more information on how to use the system and
software functionalities, please read the GroSens user
manual.
Field/Function Description
Required Irrigation Supply For future use, in development
Converter
If you click the dropdown menu, the following screen will appear with connected Converters. Select the Converter you want
to attach to this section from the list.
Irrigation Priority For future use, in development
Cancel If you click “Cancel”, section creation will be aborted.
Apply Saves the settings.
The GroSens System requires no special maintenance,
with the exception of software updates via the Internet.
Updates can be installed automatically by clicking on
the “Grower settings - check for update” option in the
installation menu (see Section 3.5).
Calibration of the GroSens Sensors is not required.
Each Sensor has 4 AA batteries. The storage level of the
batteries is shown in the installation status screen of all
Sensors.
A warning is displayed before the battery level goes
under the lower limit. You will normally have to change
the batteries once a year before the start of a new crop.
If no graph is visible on the web user interface or
climate computer, try the following:
• Check the status LEDs of all GroSens devices.
Review the installation procedure of hardware and
software if a red LED is lit.
• Check the GroSens System parts. This can be done
in the “Grower settings - overview” screen in the
web user interface (see Sections 3.3., 3.4 and 3.5).
All status icons need to be green and data should
be refreshed every 3 minutes.
• Check whether the GroSens devices are visible in
the network with an IP-scan program. If no devices
can be found, restart the GroSens Smartbox (see
Section 8.4).
In the event that the Link LED is not lit on the Convertor,
try the following:
• On the GroSens Convertor is a Reset button. Press
andholdthisbuttonfor5seconds.Ifthisdoesn’tx
the issue, press and hold the Restore button on the
Convertor for 5 seconds. This will restore the
Convertor to factory settings.
Iftheseactionsorchecksdonotxtheissue,please
don’t hesitate to contact Grodan.
5 Troubleshooting
6 Maintenance
The GroSens System measures Water Content (WC),
Electric Conductivity (EC) and Temperature (Temp).
The table on the right provides accuracy information
of the GroSens Sensor.
The accuracy decreases slowly towards the borders
of the respective ranges and is not guaranteed
outside them.
7 Range and accuracy
Type Range Accuracy Resolution
Water Content
(WC)
0-100% V/v 5% V/V 0.1% V/V
Electric Con-
ductivity (EC)
0-10 mS/cm 0.5 mS/cm 0.01 mS/cm
Temperature
(Temp)
0-50°C 1°C 0.05°C
TEST button LED’s
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9 Appendices
8 Warranty
9.1 Sensor
The GroSens Sensors have two functions:
1. They perform measurements in the slab at a regular
time interval. To determine the right measurement
location of the Sensor, see Section 3.4.
2. They send the measured data wirelessly to the
GroSens Receiver. The Sensor automatically
searches for
a connection to a Receiver. No settings are needed
here. The wireless frequency depends on where you
are in the world.
The Sensor is equipped with:
• AgreenLEDthatblinksbrieyeveryminutewhen
in full operation and all conditions are satisfactory.
• A red LED that is lit when there is no communication.
• TEST button: In the case of a poor or lost connection,
push the TEST button once. The Sensor will start
searching for a Receiver again until a connection is
established.
• The GroSens Sensor is rated at IP65 and is built with
protected boards (EMC).
For Warranty information, please contact our
Customer Service Departments.
For US and Canada:
Roxul Inc. - Grodan
8024 Esquesing Line
Milton ON L9T 6W3
Canada Phone : (1) 905 636 0611
In the stone wool slab
GroSens Sensor
9.2 Reader
The GroSens Reader has the following functions:
1. It adjusts Sensor and Section settings.
2. It displays WC, EC and T measurements from a
GroSens Sensor.
3. It tests the wireless connectivity of a Receiver
or a Sensor.
GroSens Reader
Handheld device
For other countries contact the head ofce:
Rockwool BV - Grodan
Industrieweg 15 5045 JG Roermond the Netherlands
Phone : (31) 475 353 020
email: [email protected]
www.grodan.com
9.3 Receiver
The GroSens Receiver has one function:
1. ItcontrolswirelessdataowbetweentheGroSens
Sensors and the GroSens Smartbox.
The GroSens Receiver is equipped with two LEDs:
• The Power LED indicates if the Receiver is
powered.
• The Link LED indicates whether the Receiver is
connected to the GroSens Smartbox.
GroSens Receiver
Centrally positioned in the greenhouse
LED’s
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9.4 Smartbox
The GroSens Smartbox is a small computer that has the
following tasks:
1. It connects to the GroSens Receiver over Ethernet
to gather the measured data.
2. It stores the data and maintains a log of all GroSens
devices connected to the LAN.
3. Ittranslatestherawmeasurementsintogures.
4. It creates averages of GroSens Sensor data over the
chosen sections of the greenhouse according to the
grower’s wishes.
5. It transmits an alarm if the system devices do not
function properly.
6. It stores custom settings to perform necessary
calculations.
7. It connects over the Internet to download updates.
The GroSens Smartbox is equipped with:
• LCD Screen - The Smartbox menu can be accessed
by pressing the button in the lower left-hand corner
of the Smartbox front panel:
• Shut down – This menu option can be used to
manually shut down the Smartbox device. This can
be useful when transitioning to another Smartbox
device, or before storing the Smartbox after the
end of the growing season. To shut down the
Smartbox, simply press the button next to the
checkmark icon on the LCD display.
• Restart –The Restart menu option can be found by
pressing the bottom-left button again. To restart the
Smartbox, simply press the button next to the
checkmark icon on the LCD display.
• Restore DHCP Network Settings –This option can
be used to reset the IP Address, Gateway, and
Netmask to their default values assigned by your
router.ThiscanbebenecialiftheSmartboxcannot
connect to the network. To restore the default
network settings, press the button next to
the checkmark icon () on the LCD display.
Please note: Using DHCP settings is recommended.
• Enable VPN – A VPN (Virtual Private Network) can
be used to enable technical support personnel to
inspect and repair any issues that may arise with the
GroSens System. To enable a VPN, press the
checkmark button. To disable the VPN, press the
button next to the ‘X’ on the LCD display.
• Version Number – This displays the current version
of the Smartbox software.
9.5 Convertor
(climate computer analogue interface)
The GroSens Convertor has one task:
1. It translates the data from multiple GroSens Sensors
to the climate computer’s analogue input module.
The Convertor can be connected to any type of
climate computer that can receive 0-5V input.
Otherwise, please consult your climate computer
supplier for advice.
GroSens Smartbox GroSens Convertor
Close to the climate computer In between Smartbox and climate computer
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The Reader enables easy
installation and can also be used
as a handheld device to quickly
getguresfromaGroSens
sensor as you walk through
the greenhouse.
GroSens Reader
The Receiver picks up the
signals from the Sensors.
GroSens Receiver
The Smartbox processes the
data from the sensors, taking the
slab type and dimension into
account. The WC, EC and
temperature measurements are
transmitted to the climate-
control computer and can be
viewed on any external com-
puter connected to the grower’s
Internet / Ethernet site.
GroSens Smartbox
The Convertor converts the digital information in
the Smartbox to analogue output. This makes the
GroSens system connectable to most climate-
control systems.
GroSens Convertor
The Sensors give an extremely accurate
measurement of WC, EC and temperature in the
stone wool substrate.
GroSens Sensor (wireless)
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3x
The GroSens System, -Smartbox, -Sensor and Sensor
design, are patented technologies.
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1x
9.6 Overview of standard GroSens System
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9.7 Radio Frequency - declaration of Conformity
European kitt: Europe and Russia
The Grodan GroSens wireless sensing system uses license-free radio frequencies to communicate Sensor data.
These wireless devices constitute ‘short range device’ (SRD).
Applicable Material Numbers: GroSens Sensor 132253, GroSens Receiver 132256,
GroSens Reader 132260, (EUR system)
Operating Frequency Range: 863-870 MHz (868 ISM band)
Maximum Output Power: 25 mW (14 dBm) effective radiated power (e.r.p.)
Interference Avoidance Technology: Listen Before Talk (LBT) + Automatic Frequency Agility (AFA)
EC Declaration of Conformity (for Europe and additional locales)
These products are in conformity with the essential and relevant requirements of the EU Directive 1999/5/EC
R&TTE and the EU Directive 2011/65/EU RoHS2
Safety: (article 3.1a) EN60950-1:2006+A12:2011, EN 62311:2008
EMC: (article 3.1b) ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 (2011-09) in accordance with
ETSI EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1 (2002-08)
Spectrum: (article 3.2) ETSI EN 300 220-2 V2.3.1 (2010-02)
NA – kitt: North America and Australia
The Grodan GroSens wireless sensing system uses license-free radio frequencies to communicate Sensor data.
These wireless devices constitute ‘short range device’ (SRD).
Applicable Material Numbers: GroSens Sensor 132254, GroSens Receiver 132258,
GroSens Reader 132261, (CAN/USA/AUS system)
Operating Frequency Range: 915.6-927.6 MHz (900 MHz ISM band)
Maximum Output Power: 250 mW (24 dBm) effective radiated power (e.r.p.)
Interference Avoidance Technology: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
EC Declaration of Conformity (for USA)
The devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i.) this
device may not cause harmful interference and (ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contains FCC ID: MCQ-XB900HP
Industry Canada Declaration of Conformity
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.
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
Contains IC ID: 1846A-XB900HP
C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (for Australia)
The devices comply with Radiocommunications (Short Range Devices) Standard 2004.
ACMA: N30375
Row-lite kitt (Japan)
The Grodan GroSens wireless sensing system uses license-free radio frequencies to communicate Sensor data.
These wireless devices constitute ‘short range device’ (SRD).
Applicable Material Numbers: GroSens Sensor 188180, GroSens Receiver 188179,
GroSens Reader 188181, (RoW-Lite system)
Operating Frequency Range: 2410-2465 MHz (2.4GHz ISM band)
Maximum Output Power: 10 mW (10 dBm) effective radiated power (e.r.p.)
Interference Avoidance Technology: Direct Sequence of Multiple Channels
EC Declaration of Conformity (for Europe and additional locales)
These products are in conformity with the essential and relevant requirements of the Directive 2004/108/EC
(EMC),
Directive 2006/95/EC (LVD) and Council Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE.
Safety: (article 3.1a) EN60950-1:2006/A12:2011, EN 62311:2008
EMC: (article 3.1b) ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04) in accordance with
ETSI EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 (2009-08)
Spectrum: (article 3.2) ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
FCC Declaration of Conformity (for USA)
The devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i.) this
device may not cause harmful interference and (ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contains FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO
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Industry Canada Declaration of Conformity
ThedevicescomplywithallapplicablerequirementsoftheIndustryCanadaspecicationsRSS-210.
Contains IC ID: 4214A-XBEEPRO
C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (for Australia and New Zealand)
The devices comply with Radiocommunications (Short Range Devices) Standard 2004.
ACMA: N136, Z1123
Japan Declaration of Conformity
ThelistedproductscomplywiththeTechnicalRegulationsConformityCerticationofSpeciedRadio
equipment
(ordinance of MPT N° 37,1981).
ID: 005NYCA0378
Row-kitt: New Zealand and other countries.
The Grodan GroSens wireless sensing system uses license-free radio frequencies to communicate Sensor data.
These wireless devices constitute ‘short range device’ (SRD).
Applicable Material Numbers: GroSens Sensor 132255, GroSens Receiver 132259,
GroSens Reader 132262, (RoW system)
Operating Frequency Range: 2410-2465 MHz (2.4GHz ISM band)
Maximum Output Power: 63 mW (18 dBm) effective radiated power (e.r.p.)
Interference Avoidance Technology: Direct Sequence of Multiple Channels
FCC Declaration of Conformity (for USA)
The devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i.) this
device may not cause harmful interference and (ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contains FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO
Industry Canada Declaration of Conformity
ThedevicescomplywithallapplicablerequirementsoftheIndustryCanadaspecicationsRSS-210.
Contains IC ID: 4214A-XBEEPRO
C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (for Australia and New Zealand)
The devices comply with Radiocommunications (Short Range Devices) Standard 2004.
ACMA: N136, Z1123
Notes
Grodan
Industrieweg 15
Postbus 1160, 6040 KD Roermond
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)475 35 30 20
F +31 (0)475 35 37 16
www.grodan.com
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Grodan is a registered trademark of ROCKWOOL
INTERNATIONAL A/S. © ROCKWOOL B.V.
Grodan 2017. All rights reserved.
The Grodan Group supplies innovative, sustainable
stone wool substrate solutions for the professional
horticultural sector. Based on Precision Growing
principles, these solutions are particularly applied to
thecultivationofvegetablesandowers.Inaddition
to its stone wool substrates, the Grodan Group also
provides tailor-made advice and tools to support
Precision Growing and thus facilitate the sustainable
production of healthy, safe and tasty fresh produce for
consumers.
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