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Installation and Operation Manual
HouseLink™ HL-10S
6/26/2020
HouseLink HL-10S
Installation and Operation Manual

Installation and Operation Manual
HL-10S Installation Manual Rev 1.03 Ver. 1.0 2Part Number MAN-000013
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Table of Contents
Installation Overview...............................................................................................................................................................3
Components.......................................................................................................................................................................3
Installation...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Setup & Configuration.............................................................................................................................................................4
Serial Interface Configuration Switch Block (4 position)....................................................................................................5
Communication Interface Switch Block (10 position) ........................................................................................................6
Modbus RTU......................................................................................................................................................................6
Modbus Packet Data Format.............................................................................................................................................7
ASCII (7 bit)........................................................................................................................................................................9
ASCII Data Record Formats............................................................................................................................................10
Serial Data Command Set ...............................................................................................................................................10
Communication Hub..............................................................................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................12
LED Indicator ...................................................................................................................................................................12
Reset Button ....................................................................................................................................................................12
BinTrac Error Messages..................................................................................................................................................13
Operational Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................14
Legal......................................................................................................................................................................................16
HerdStar BinTrac®Warranty.................................................................................................................................................17
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Installation Overview
This guide covers the mounting and wiring of the HouseLink HL-10S interface. HouseLink interfaces should be placed
indoors.
This symbol means the text has extra importance since it is describing the importance of a feature or
explaining a step to which you should pay close attention to avoid problems, or to which safety is a concern.
Components
A BinTrac system consists of a number of basic components:
BinTrac Indicator (Version 3.15 or higher)
This is the main unit of the BinTrac system. The BinTrac Indicator communicates with the Smart Summing Boxes to register the
weight of feed in the bins and peripheral devices including HouseLink HL-10S. The feed level is computed and displayed on the
LED bar graph. One BinTrac Indicator can display up to four feed bins.
BinTrac Indicator (Version 3.08 or earlier)
BinTrac Indicators with previous software versions (3.08 or earlier) will only work in Pass Through mode (see page 11).
Load Cell Bracket
Four or more load cell brackets allow the BinTrac Indicator to accurately measure the feed level in your bins. The
summing box averages the signals from all brackets to minimize errors that could result from voids (holes) in the feed.
Smart Summing Box
One Smart Summing Box per bin communicates the current reading on the leg brackets to the BinTrac Indicator.
BinTrac Power Supply
This provides the power for the BinTrac system. The power supply converts the line voltage to low voltage.
HouseLink Model HL-10S
The HouseLink 10S (HL-10S) provides an RS232 or RS485 serial interface to the BinTrac system.
HouseLink Power Supply
This provides the power for the HouseLink HL-10S.

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Installation
Mounting HouseLink HL-10S
Step 1: If the HouseLink HL-10S is to be used in RS-232 mode, it should be mounted no more than 25 feet from the
house control. If the HouseLink HL-10S is to be used in RS-485 mode, it can be mounted up to 1000 feet from the house
control.
Wiring the HouseLink HL-10S Interface
Step 2: Connect the HouseLink HL-10S interface to the BinTrac Indicator and Power Supply
(shown at right) using the wiring guidelines in Table 1.
Step 3: Connect the Transmit (RS-232) or A (RS-485), Receive (RS-232) or B (RS-485) and
Common to the House Control or PLC.
Step 4: Once the BinTrac System and the HouseLink HL-10S is installed and powered up, press
the RESET button on the board. This will force the device to power cycle allowing it to discover
any devices.
HL-10S
BinTrac Indicator
(COMM Port)
+COM (IN)
+12 SIG
-COM (IN)
-12 SIG
HL-10S
POW-00005
+12V (IN)
+12V (Dashed Black)
-12V (IN)
-12V (Solid Black)
HL-10S Interface
RS-485/RS-232
House Control/PLC
A/T
Data Receive
B/R
Data Transmit
COMMON
Data Common
Table 1
POW-000005
Power Supply

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Setup & Configuration
There are three modes the HouseLink HL-10S Interface can communicate; ASCII, Modbus RTU and as a Communication
Hub. ASCII and Modbus RTU are unique software protocols designed to allow the PLC or house control to communicate
with multiple remote devices. The Communication Hub uses a proprietary communication protocol to connect the scale
system to BinLink for local monitoring and management and BinTrac.com for remote monitoring and management. Each
of these modes use specific setup requirements. Specific settings will need to be provided; these must be obtained from
the PLC or house control administrator.
There are two sets of switch blocks that need to be set in order for your HouseLink HL-10S to operate. The interface
configuration switch block (4 positions) allows the user to switch between RS-232 and RS-485 and access advanced
settings (see below). The communication interface switch block (10 positions) allows the user to set the mode and various
settings for each mode based on the user requirements.
Serial Interface Configuration Switch Block (4 position)
Table 2
The switches in Table 2 should be set prior to moving forward with the rest of the configuration and will not need to be
changed thereafter. Below are the advanced settings:
Switch 1: Terminating Resister
The terminating resister helps control signal reflections and is especially important for high speed RS-485
communications. This switch can be turned to the ON position for RS-485 applications that use a higher baud rate, have a
long cable run, or there is a considerable amount of noise on the cable. For RS-232 applications, this switch should be set
to the OFF position.
Switch 2: Charge Pump
When using RS-232 in full duplex, this switch should be set to ON.
Switch 3: RS-485/RS-232
This switch is used to set RS-232 or RS-485. When set to RS-232, cabling should be no longer than 25 feet.
Switch 4: Slew Rate Limiter (RS-485)/Z input (RS-232)
For low speed RS-485 below 150K baud rate, this switch should be set to ON. This will control reflection on an improperly
terminated cable. For high speed RS-485 (baud rates greater than 150K), this switch should be set to OFF. For RS-232,
this switch should be set to OFF.
Dip
Switch 1 Dip
Switch 2 Dip
Switch 3 Dip
Switch 4
RS-232 OFF ON ON OFF
RS-485 OFF OFF OFF OFF

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Communication Interface Switch Block (10 position)
The following pages will outline how to set up the HouseLink HL-10S for each communications interface mode. Prior to
making these configuration changes, you should verify you have the proper settings from the administrator.
Modbus RTU
Table 3
Modbus Output
Switch 1 and 2 allow the user to set the HouseLink HL-10S to Modbus or ASCII. For Modbus, switch 1 will be set to OFF
and switch 2 will be set to ON.
Baud Rate
There are four different baud rates that are used on the HouseLink HL-10S; 1200, 9600, 19200, and 38400. Switch 3 and
4 will need to be set according to the chosen baud rate. Refer to Table 3 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Parity
There are three different parity settings that are used on the HouseLink HL-10S; No Parity, Even Parity, and Odd Parity.
Refer to Table 3 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Serial Interface
Switch 10 is used to set the HouseLink HL-10S to either RS-232 (ON) or RS-485 (OFF).
NOTE: Switches 7, 8, and 9 are not used in Modbus setup and should be set to their default OFF position.
Dip
Switch 1
Dip
Switch 2
Dip
Switch 3
Dip
Switch 4
Dip
Switch 5
Dip
Switch 6
Dip
Switch 7
Dip
Switch 8
Dip
Switch 9
Dip
Switch 10
Modbus Output OFF ON - - - - OFF OFF
OFF -
Baud Rate (1200) - OFF OFF - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (9600) - - ON OFF - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (19200) - - OFF ON - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (38400) - - ON ON - - - -
- -
No Parity - - - - OFF OFF - -
- -
Even Parity - - - - ON OFF - -
- -
Odd Parity - - - - OFF ON - -
- -
No Parity - - - - ON ON - -
- -
RS-232 - - - - - - - -
-ON
RS-485 - - - - - - - -
- OFF

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Modbus Packet Data Format
Below are sample Modbus request and response packets:
SAMPLE WEIGHT REQUEST
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
07
DEVICE ID
7
BINTRAC STATION ID
04
INPUT REG
4
03e7
ADDRESS
1000
START ADDRESS
0008
LENGTH
8
DATA LENGTH
28
CRC HIGH
d9
CRC LOW
TABLE 4
SAMPLE FILL REQUEST
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
05
DEVICE ID
5
BINTRAC STATION ID
04
INPUT REG
4
04AF
ADDRESS
1200
START ADDRESS
0012
LENGTH
18
DATA LENGTH
40
CRC HIGH
92
CRC LOW
TABLE 6
SAMPLE WEIGHT RESPONSE
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
07
DEVICE ID
7
BINTRAC STATION ID (1-127)
04
INPUT REG
4
10
SIZE
16
000815a
BIN A
33114
DATA
ffff8001
BIN B
-32767
DATA
ffff8001
BIN C
-32767
DATA
ffff8001
BIN D
-32767
DATA
28
CRC HIGH
2a
CRC LOW
TABLE 5
SAMPLE FILL RESPONSE
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
05
DEVICE ID
5
BINTRAC STATION ID (1-127)
04
INPUT REG
4
24
SIZE
36
0F
YEAR
15
6
MONTH
6
1D
DAY
29
00
HOUR
0
0D
MINUTE
13
00001C29
BIN A
7209
0F
YEAR
15
6
MONTH
6
1D
DAY
29
00
HOUR
0
0D
MINUTE
13
00000F37
BIN B
3895
0F
YEAR
15
6
MONTH
6
1D
DAY
29
00
HOUR
0
0D
MINUTE
13
00001368
BIN C
1968
0F
YEAR
15
6
MONTH
6
1D
DAY
29
00
HOUR
0
0D
MINUTE
13
00001C29
BIN D
7209
58
CRC HIGH
77
CRC LOW
TABLE 7

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Sample Modbus request and response packets (continued):
SAMPLE USAGE REQUEST
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
05
DEVICE ID
5
BINTRAC STATION ID
04
INPUT REG
4
0577
ADDRESS
1400
START ADDRESS
0012
LENGTH
18
DATA LENGTH
c1
CRC HIGH
55
CRC LOW
TABLE 8
SAMPLE USAGE RESPONSE
HEX
DESCRIPTION
DECIMAL
05
DEVICE ID
5
BINTRAC STATION ID (1-127)
04
INPUT REG
4
24
SIZE
36
0F
YEAR
15
07
MONTH
7
05
DAY
5
00
HOUR
0
00
MINUTE
0
000006A7
BIN A
1703
0F
YEAR
15
07
MONTH
7
05
DAY
5
00
HOUR
0
00
MINUTE
0
000006ED
BIN B
1773
0F
YEAR
15
07
MONTH
7
05
DAY
5
00
HOUR
0
00
MINUTE
0
000004CA
BIN C
1226
0F
YEAR
15
07
MONTH
7
05
DAY
5
00
HOUR
0
00
MINUTE
0
000006ED
BIN D
1773
5B
CRC HIGH
24
CRC LOW
TABLE 9
Weight Data Conditions:
BinTrac Display
Weight
Error Description
no.bin
-32000
Smart Summing Box is not communicating with the BinTrac Indicator
N/A
-32767
Selected Bin is disabled and not displayed.
Error
99999 or
-9999
Calculated weight exceeds display limit of >99999 or < -9999
o.LoAd
>150% of Capacity
Weight exceeds 150% of programmed capacity.
no.con
-32600
Remote Display lost communications connection with Host BinTrac Indicator
Table 10

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ASCII (7 bit)
Table 11
ASCII Output
Switch 1 and 2 allow the user to set the HouseLink HL-10S to Modbus or ASCII. For ASCII, switch 1 will be set to ON and
switch 2 will be set to OFF.
Baud Rate
There are four different baud rates that are used on the HouseLink HL-10S; 1200, 9600, 19200, and 38400. Switch 3 and
4 will need to be set according to the chosen baud rate. Refer to Table 11 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Parity
There are three different parity settings that are used on the HouseLink HL-10S; No Parity, Even Parity, and Odd Parity.
Refer to Table 11 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Broadcast
Switch 7 is used to set broadcast ON or OFF. Refer to Table 11 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Single/Multi Bin
Switch 8 sets the output data format as single or multiple bin configurations. Refer to Table 11 above to determine the
correct switch settings.
5 or 6 Digit Output
Switch 9 selects a 5 or 6 digit output. Refer to Table 11 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Serial Interface
Switch 10 is used to set the HouseLink HL-10S to either RS-232 (ON) or RS-485 (OFF).
Dip
Switch 1
Dip
Switch 2
Dip
Switch 3
Dip
Switch 4
Dip
Switch 5
Dip
Switch 6
Dip
Switch 7
Dip
Switch 8
Dip
Switch 9
Dip
Switch 10
ASCII Output ON OFF - - - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (1200) - OFF OFF - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (9600) - - ON OFF - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (19200) - - OFF ON - - - -
- -
Baud Rate (38400) - - ON ON - - - -
- -
No Parity - - - - OFF OFF - -
- -
Even Parity - - - - ON OFF - -
- -
Odd Parity - - - - OFF ON - -
- -
No Parity - - - - ON ON - -
- -
Broadcast Off - - - - - - OFF -
- -
Broadcast On - - - - - - ON -
- -
Single Bin (A) - - - - - - - OFF
- -
Multi Bin (A,B,C,D) - - - - - - - ON
- -
5 Digit Output - - - - - - - -
OFF -
6 Digit Output - - - - - - - -
ON -
RS-232 - - - - - - - -
-ON
RS-485 - - - - - - - -
- OFF

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ASCII Data Record Formats
Data Format for Single and Multiple Bin Configurations
Table 12
Serial Data Command Set
Poll
Command
Description and
Data Record Format (fixed length)
P
Current weight of first enabled bin: +/-wwwwwcrlf
PP
Current weight of all four bins:
+/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwwwcrlf
SnnP
Current weight of first enabled bin with matching BinTrac Station ID:
+/-wwwwwcrlf
*Also works with F, FF and U, UU commands
SnnPP crlf
Current weight of all four bins with matching BinTrac Station ID:
+/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwwwcrlf
*Also works with F, FF and U, UU commands
Fcr
Single Bin Fill: yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
Ucr
Single Bin Usage: yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
FFcr
Multiple Bin Fill:
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
UUcr
Multiple Bin Usage:
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm,+/-wwwwwcrlf
Table 13
Note: All commands must be terminated by CR. Latency between characters within a multiple character command
(including CR), cannot exceed 250msec.
** Fixed length weight values can be configured for 5 or 6 digits as set by dip switch settings.
w –bin weight
n –Station ID number
yy,mm,dd,hh,mm –Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minutes
CR –Carriage Return (Hx0D).
LF –Line Feed (Hx0A).
Weight Data Conditions:
BinTrac Display
Weight
Error Description
no.bin
-32000
Smart Summing Box is not communicating with the BinTrac Indicator
N/A
-32767
Selected Bin is disabled and not displayed.
Error
99999 or
-9999
Calculated weight exceeds display limit of >99999 or < -9999
o.LoAd
>150% of Capacity
Weight exceeds 150% of programmed capacity.
no.con
-32600
Remote Display lost communications connection with Host BinTrac Indicator
Table 14
Data Format Options Data Format ( for “P” command )
Single Bin +/-wwwwwcrlf **
Multiple Bins +/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwww,+/-wwwwwcrlf **

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Communication Hub
Table 15
Communication Hub
The HouseLink HL-10S can operate as a Communication Hub. To do so, switches one through nine will need to be set to
OFF.
Parity
There are three different parity settings that are used on the HouseLink HL-10S; No Parity, Even Parity and Odd Parity.
Refer to Table 15 above to determine the correct switch settings.
Serial Interface
Switch 10 is used to set the HouseLink HL-10S to either RS-232 (ON) or RS-485 (OFF).
When used as a Communication Hub, the HouseLink HL-10S can be connected to an external AT modem, cellular
modem or Internet connection. This equipment is sold separately.
Pass Through Mode
*This mode allows communications to pass through the HL-10S unaltered. This mode is to be used with systems using a
BinTrac Indicator with software version 3.14 or earlier.
Table 16
Dip
Switch 1
Dip
Switch 2
Dip
Switch 3
Dip
Switch 4
Dip
Switch 5
Dip
Switch 6
Dip
Switch 7
Dip
Switch 8
Dip
Switch 9
Dip
Switch 10
Comm Hub OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF -
No Parity - - - - OFF OFF - -
- -
Even Parity - - - - ON OFF - -
- -
Odd Parity - - - - OFF ON - -
- -
No Parity - - - - ON ON - -
- -
RS-232 - - - - - - - -
-ON
RS-485 - - - - - - - -
- OFF
Dip
Switch 1
Dip
Switch 2
Dip
Switch 3
Dip
Switch 4
Dip
Switch 5
Dip
Switch 6
Dip
Switch 7
Dip
Switch 8
Dip
Switch 9
Dip
Switch 10
PASS THRU ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF -
232 - - - - - - - -
-ON
485 - - - - - - - -
- OFF

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Troubleshooting
LED Indicator
The HouseLink HL-10S can be used in various modes and with various setup parameters. The LED light inside the unit
will display 4 different ways; OFF, ON, SLOW BLINK, and FAST BLINK. Table 17 has a brief explanation of what those
conditions mean and a resolution to each.
Table 17
Reset Button
The reset button will respond differently depending upon the mode the device is currently in. Below is an explanation of
the reset button based on mode
Modbus: Device will reset, and all parameters will remain the same.
ASCII: Device will reset, and all parameters will remain the same. If the device is in broadcast mode, it will enter discovery
mode*.
Communication Hub: Device will reset and will enter discovery mode*.
*Discovery mode is when the HouseLink HL-10S searches for BinTrac® devices.
Serial Test Mode
The serial test mode will allow you to verify settings and wiring from the HL-10S in ASCII mode* to your PC/terminal
software.
Hold the test button for about 30 seconds and the LED will flash. This indicates that a test packet was sent from the serial
device through the serial port.
Reference your terminal software:
•If there is no message, it is likely that the wiring is wrong.
•If the message displayed is jumbled, the likely scenario is the wrong baud/parity.
•If the message is clear, the settings and transmit lines from the serial device are good.
Validate the receive line by hitting any key in the terminal to send an acknowledge command. If there is a follow-up
message in the terminal window, the receive line is also good. If there is no message, the receive line may be broken or
not wired properly.
*The test mode will also work in Communication Hub mode but will only validate the wiring of the serial port. In
Communication Hub mode, set the terminal software to no parity and 57600 baud (as these are the default serial settings
for Communication Hub mode). Modbus mode works in the same manner as the ASCII mode described above, albeit
with a different connection to the PC/terminal.
LED Condition Description Resolution
No Light No Power Check Power
Solid ON No Communication Verify wiring and baud rate
Slow Blink Communicating Verify correct data is being transferred
Fast Blink Discovery Mode Discovering devices, wait until finished.

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BinTrac Error Messages
no.bin
This error message indicates that the BinTrac Indicator is not communicating with the Smart Summing Box of the
indicated bin.
•Disable bins that do not have an associated Smart Summing Box and bin.
•Verify wiring between Smart Summing Box and BinTrac Indicator is correct and has not been damaged.
•Verify Smart Summing Box has been programmed as the correct bin.
oVerify Smart Summing Box dip switch settings are set for their selected bin (A, B, C, or D).
oVerify that two Smart Summing Boxes are not programmed as the same bin as this will cause a no.bin
error for both.
•Inspect Smart Summing Box for flashing light.
oA steady flashing light indicates the Smart Summing Box has power and is operating correctly.
oAn irregular flashing light indicates the Smart Summing Box has power but is unable to communicate with
the BinTrac Indicator.
▪Confirm all wires are tight and secure.
▪Confirm dipswitches are set correctly.
▪Communications port on Smart Summing Box or BinTrac Indicator may have been damaged.
•If BinTrac Indicator is displaying no.bin for other connected bins, replace Indicator.
•Replace Smart Summing Box
oNo Light indicates the Smart Summing Box does not have adequate power or has been damaged.
▪Confirm all wires are tight and secure.
▪Verify 12VDC is available to the Smart Summing Box.
▪Locate a shorted load cell that could be shorting power within Smart Summing Box.
•If more than a single bin is displaying no.bin, isolate the problem Smart Summing Box by removing all connects
except to a single Smart Summing Box.
Error
This error message indicates the weight reading exceeds the five digit display. This can be caused by invalid
programmed settings, a load cell not correctly plugged into a connector in the Smart Summing Box, a defective load
cell causing a large weight reading, or a defective Smart Summing Box.
•Confirm all programmed settings are correct
oVerify Zero is valid and in-range. A large incorrect zero can cause this.
oVerify Capacity (L.C.CAP) has been correctly programmed.
•Open summing box and inspect load cell connections.
oVerify connector is properly aligned with its associated header.
oVerify wires are properly seated in each connector.
•Confirm Smart Summing Box is clean and dry. Long-term moisture in a Smart Summing Box can cause
inaccurate readings.
•Check Load Cells for damage/failure
no.con
This error message indicates that this device has been programmed as a Remote Display device and is unable to
communicate with the master BinTrac Indicator.
•Verify that this indicator is intended to be a Remote Display as configured in Setup Configuration. This error
message more often appears when a BinTrac Indicator was accidently programmed as a Remote Display unit.
•Verify wiring is correct between BinTrac Indicator and BinTrac Remote Display.

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Operational Specifications
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)
Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Environmental Air: No corrosive gasses permitted
Shock and Vibration: N/A
Enclosure Type: Unsealed
Agency Approvals: N/A
Wiring Type: Screw terminal blocks
Power Requirements: 10.5 VDC –13.5 VDC
(Current depends on port loading)
Configurable SERIAL Com Interface: Isolated RS232/RS485
COM IN/OUT Serial Com Interfaces: HerdStar optically isolated (proprietary)

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APPENDIX A
When using the HouseLink HL-10S with a software version less than 3.14, you will need to set the device in pass-through
mode.

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Legal
Portions of this device’s firmware are ported from freemodbus available at http://freemodbus.org. The following disclaimer
is required by the author:
Copyright (c) 2006 Christian Walter [email protected] All rights reserved.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following
conditions are met:
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HerdStar BinTrac® Warranty
HerdStar, LLC (“HerdStar”) warrants to original purchaser (“Buyer”) that goods manufactured solely by HerdStar, LLC
(“Products”) will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal and intended use and service for a period of one year
from delivery date of the Products. Used and/or refurbished parts sold shall carry a 90-day warranty on material and workmanship. All
warranty claims must be submitted within ten (10) days of discovery of defects within the warranty period, or shall be deemed waived.
Furthermore, HerdStar, LLC warrants the load cell (“Load cell” is defined as the s-shaped component and any cabling and connectors)
against lightning damage for 12 months or the term of any extended warranty.
In the event of a defect in any Products constituting a breach of the warranty provided herein, HerdStar, LLC will at its option either
(i) repair or replace such Product free of charge, or (ii) in lieu of repair or replacement, refund to Buyer the original purchase price less
the reasonable value of Buyer’s use of the Products. HerdStar, LLC shall furnish to Buyer instructions for the disposition of the
defective goods. HerdStar, LLC shall have the option of requiring the return of the defective goods, transportation prepaid, and proof
that the goods were not used, installed or altered or subject to misuse or abuse to establish the claim. No goods shall be returned to
HerdStar, LLC without its prior consent. The acceptance of any goods returned to HerdStar, LLC shall not be deemed an admission
that the goods are defective or in breach of any warranty, and if HerdStar, LLC determines that the goods are not defective they may
be returned to Buyer at Buyer’s expense. This warranty sets forth Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies for any defect in the goods. The
rights and obligation under this warranty may not be assigned or delegated to a third party by Buyer without the prior written
permission of HerdStar, LLC. Neither Buyer nor any other person may modify or expand the warranty provided herein, waive any of
the limitations, or make any different or additional warranties with respect to the Products. Any statements to the contrary are hereby
rendered null and void unless expressly agreed to in writing by an authorized officer of HerdStar, LLC.
EXCEPT AS STATED IN ABOVE, HERDSTAR, LLC DOES NOT MAKE ANY WARRANTY AS TO THE GOODS OR
SERVICES AND, IN PARTICULAR, DOES NOT MAKE ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND BUYER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING THE PROPER
APPLICATION AND USE OF THE GOODS.
HerdStar, LLC makes no representation or warranty that individual animals, or any given population of animals, will utilize any of
HerdStar, LLC’s goods in the manner for which the goods were intended or designated. Any component parts that are not
manufactured by HerdStar, LLC, such as electrical motors and controls, are excluded from any warrant by HerdStar, LLC, although
such parts may be covered by separate warranties of the respective manufacturers. This warranty set forth above does not apply if all
components of a system are not supplied by HerdStar, LLC or if the goods are not purchased from and installed by an authorized
distributor or company warehouse, or installed and operated in accordance with HerdStar LLC’s specifications and instructions.
HERDSTAR, LLC SHALL NOT HAVE ANY TORT LIABILITY TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON WITH RESPECT TO
ANY OF THE GOODS OR SERVICES AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT, DELAY, NONDELIVERY,
RECALL OR OTHER BREACH. BUYER SHALL NOT HAVE ANY RIGHT OF REJECTION OR OF REVOCATION OF
ACCEPTANCE OF THE GOODS.