Hunter ACC-COM-LTE User manual

ACC-COM-LTE
ACC-P2P-LTE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Communications Module and Antenna
(for LTE Mobile Communications)

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Introduction
Items Included:
• (1) ACC-COM-LTE or ACC-P2P-LTE module,
including internal (pre-installed) SIM card
• (1) Antenna
• (1) Tube of RTV sealant
• (1) Cleaning wipes
Tools/Supplies Required (Not Included):
• Small Phillips screwdriver with magnetic tip
• Small athead screwdriver
• Additional tools and hardware as required for antenna mounting (radio only)
• Pedestal mount requires APPBRKT2 (sold separately)
Ribbon cable
Mounting screws
Mounting screws
Enter button
Module Operation
The ACC-COM-LTE provides cellular mobile communications for ACC series
controllers from a central computer.
This module may be installed in wall-mounted or pedestal-mounted
controllers.
Communication Module

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Installation
Installed module
Front of Facepack
The ACC-P2P-LTE is a single-controller, point-to-point LTE module that
provides an IP data connection for computer control.
The module contains a data-only mobile phone, and requires a Hunter
account to operate.
The ACC-COM-LTE is another version of the module that includes a Site Plan,
meaning it can link to other controllers on a site with hardwire or UHF radio
communications. This requires a Hunter Site Plan account.

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Metal Enclosure Installation
Plan Ahead for Antenna Mounting
The LTE cell phone, like any other mobile device, depends on the mobile
network for communications. The location of the antenna is the link to the
network.
Verify that LTE coverage exists at the location before installation.
The antenna will not work from inside a steel enclosure. The antenna is
designed to be mounted on the top of the controller, through the provided
mounting hole.
Wall-Mount Installation
1. Turn o the AC controller power.
2. Remove the facepack door frame: Disconnect the facepack door frame
ribbon cable, open and li up the door frame to compress the top hinge,
and tilt out of the lower hinge.
3. Locate the communications compartment cover on the back right side of
the frame.
4. Remove the communications compartment cover (6 screws).
5. Remove the ACC logo cover (two screws).
If installing UHF radio, continue on to the next page. Otherwise, proceed to
page 6.
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Metal Enclosure Installation
Additional Steps if UHF Radio Is to Be Installed:
(ACC-COM-LTE only)
If the Com module will be used with a RAD3 radio, the radio ribbon cable
should be connected to the Com module now, before installing the
ACC-COM-LTE into its compartment.
• The radio ribbon cable has a rectangular 14-pin connector on one end for
the Com module, and a DB-15 connector on the other end for connection
to the radio. The 14-pin connector only plugs one way, and is keyed to
assist proper orientation. Align the connector and push into place on the
top of the Com module.
• When the Com module is installed in the opening, make sure that the
ribbon cable is visible on the back of the unit, for connection to the RAD3
radio module.
Radio ribbon cable
Antenna cable track
Back of Facepack Door

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Metal Enclosure Installation
Wall-Mount Com Module Installation, Continued
1. Remove the hole plug from the top center of the enclosure.
2. Clean the antenna mounting area with the supplied wipes. Surface must
be free of dirt and dust.
3. Remove the nut from the antenna threads.
4. Peel o the protective cover on the antenna bottom to expose the
adhesive.
5. Route the antenna cables down through the hole into the controller. Then
press the antenna into place.
6. Route the antenna cables through the antenna nut and secure the nut
onto the antenna threads. Do not overtighten.
7. Apply the RTV sealant around the hole, lling the gap between the
enclosure hole and the mounting threads.
8. Route the antenna cables through the recessed track in the door frame
to the module. Connect the antenna cable connectors to the module.

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Metal Enclosure Installation
9. Leave sucient slack in the antenna cables to allow the door to open and
close without crimping.
10. Insert the Com module into the opening where the logo cover was with
the display and buttons protruding through the opening. Secure with
screws on each corner.
11. Carefully insert the modular ribbon connector plug from the Com module
into the mating receptacle in the door frame. This connector is keyed and
has slots that must be aligned correctly, so that the connector can only
t one way. The ribbon cable can be extended or shortened slightly by
pushing it back into the com module slot. Press rmly to make sure the
connector is fully seated.
Radio Connections, Additional Steps
• Before installing the radio module, connect the DB-15 connector from the
ribbon cable to the top of the radio and secure with the connector screws
(do not overtighten).
• Connect the radio power cable from the radio to the radio power
connection on the bottom of the Com module.
• Connect the male BNC radio antenna connector to the AIM-BNC before
installing the radio into the radio compartment.
• Install the radio into the radio compartment (see radio installation
instructions for additional information).
• Connect the AIM-BNC to the antenna cable.
Reapply controller power. Verify that the Com module display lights up and
displays characters.
If there is no display:
1. Double-check ribbon cable connection from Com module to facepack
door frame receptacle.
2. Double-check ribbon cable from facepack door frame to controller
cabinet.
Radio Installation, Additional Steps
• If radio communications will be used, connect the RAD3 radio module
cables to the Com module with its ribbon cable and power connector rst.
• Install the Com module into the bracket. Then install the radio on the
APPBRKT2 with supplied hardware.
• Install IMMS-ANT-2 in pedestal lid.
• Route antenna cable from the IMMS-ANT-2 through the hole in the top of
the pedestal frame, down into the controller to the radio location.
• Connect the cable connector to the radio module (be sure to turn the
BNC connector until it locks into place).
• Install the plastic cable guide (P-) with self-tapping screw as shown.
Adjust cable before tightening to ensure there is only enough slack to
allow the lid to open and close, without causing the cable to be pinched.
LTE antenna connection

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Plastic Pedestal Installation (requires APPBRKT2 communications
bracket and ANTBRKTPPLID antenna bracket, sold separately)
1. Turn o controller AC power with the AC power switch in the pedestal.
2. Open the facepack frame in the top of the pedestal to expose the
communications module mounting area.
3. Install the Com module into the APPBRKT2 mounting bracket. Secure
the Com module with screws on each of the four corners.
4. Install the APPBRKT2 communications bracket beneath the facepack.
This bracket is designed to hold the Com module and a radio module (if
radio is required). If the controller is already permanently installed, it is
not necessary to screw down the APPBRKT2. Screws are supplied only to
secure the bracket if additional shipping or movement of the controller is
necessary.
5. Carefully cut out the inner wall of the circular recess in the pedestal lid.
Take care not to puncture the external wall beneath it.
6. Install the antenna on to the bracket as shown. Peel the adhesive
covering o the bottom of the antenna, feed the cables through the hole
in the bracket, and press the antenna into place.
7. Use the included screws to mount the bracket so that the antenna
protrudes into the cutout in the lid.
8. Install the cable guides as shown and route antenna wires through them.
9. Route the antenna cables down the hole in the side of the facepack
frame, and connect them to the connectors on the LTE module.
10. Connect the Com module ribbon cable extension to the controller
facepack connection on the underside of the facepack frame. This is
the keyed 14-pin connector, top le, above the main facepack ribbon
connection.
11. Reapply controller power and verify that all devices power up and have
displays. Proceed to Setup and Addressing of the Com module, in the
next section.
Note: It is not possible to use the IMMSANT2 for UHF radio when the cellular
antenna is installed.
Plastic Pedestal Installation
ANTBRKTPPLID
ANTBRKTPPLID
Com moduleCable guide Cable routing
channel
APPBRKT2
Antenna

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When powered up, the Com module display will show the version number,
and will automatically check to see what other communications devices are
installed.
Overview:
1. Address the Com module
2. Obtain data for the Cellular Activation form
3. Obtain CID number from Com module
4. Contact Hunter Technical Support (in USA) for network activation
Aer a few moments, the display will show “ACC-COM-LTE” or a single
controller version will show “ACC-P2P-LTE.”
When the device has connected to the cellular carrier, a ashing block will
appear in the upper right corner of the Com module display.
When the device has detected LTE service, the ashing block will show a
letter “C.”
The device is ready for central communications when the C appears.
Com Module Controls
The Com module controls use the up and down arrow buttons to make
selections, a + and – button to change individual settings, and an Enter key
(far right) to select and/or save settings.
To Set the Controller Address
The controller ID, or address, is required before any communications can
take place. An address must be any number between 1 and 999.
Press the Up arrow once. The display will show Controller Address. The
address will be 000 if the module is new. The address must be set to a valid
number before the module will communicate.
Press Enter to enter the address edit mode. The address number will blink.
You can use the le and right arrow buttons to move through each of the
three number elds.
Use the + or – buttons to change the address to the desired setting. If you
Setup and Addressing of the Com Module

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CELL CID:8901269
76221511----
ACC-COM-LTE G
Address: 001
hold the + or – button for more than a second, the numbers will change
faster. You can go forward or backward with the + and – buttons to set the
exact number.
Press the Enter button to enter the address when all three digits are correct.
The controller will now be addressed.
The controller address is assigned to a Com module (not to the controller
itself or to the ACC facepack).
The address can only be set and changed at the Com module itself.
To Set Up LTE Service
Complete all required information on the enclosed LTE activation form.
Call Hunter Industries Technical Support to activate the user account:
USA: 1-800-733-2823
This requires the CID# of the LTE module, and user account information (see
attached form).
To get the CID # of the unit:
Press the up arrow to access the “Cell Congure” menu, and press the enter key.
Press the up arrow until the Cell CID screen appears. You will need this
20-digit number to activate your account with Hunter.
Hunter Tech Support will conrm the information and activate the account.
The connection will become active within a few minutes, and may take up to
30 minutes, depending on the cellular system.
A “C” will appear in the upper right corner of the Com module display when it
has been registered on the wireless system. When the “C” appears, the unit
is ready to communicate.
Setup and Addressing of the Com Module
Sample CID number (use the unique number from your module)

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Troubleshooting
If the “C” does not appear aer the account is activated, or the letter “C”
does not appear aer several minutes, turn o power to the controller.
Check antenna connections and placement.
Turn on power to the controller and observe the start-up display. Wait
several minutes for the start-up sequence to complete and for wireless
service to be established.
If the letter “C” still does not appear, proceed to the Cell Congure menu.
Check the Telephone, IP, Model Select, APN setting, and especially the RSSI
(signal strength) explained in the following list, before contacting Hunter
Technical Support.
Cell Congure
Please do not change settings in this menu without assistance from Hunter
Technical Support. Most of the menus are informational only.
Press the Enter button to view cell conguration information.
CELL IP:
The Internet Protocol (IP) address cannot be changed in the eld, but
if an IP is present, it indicates that the modem has been assigned a data address
by the wireless carrier. The IP must be displayed for the system to work.
CELL CID: The Cell Identication Number cannot be changed, but is vital
to activate the communications account. This is the number required by
Hunter Technical Support for activation, and questions about operations
aer installation.
RSSI: The Relative Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) shows the signal
strength at the controller location and can be an important diagnostic clue.
If the controller is in a weak signal area, it can cause communications failures
or interrupts.
An RSSI of 8 or less is very weak. If signal strength is too low for reliable
data communications, relocate the antenna (or the entire controller) to a
better location.
IMEI: This shows the electronic identier of the wireless device and cannot
be changed.
Setup and Addressing of the Com Module
Cell Band: Normally set to Auto. This can also select either LTE, G2, or G3 to
force selection of a better signal if available.
Cell Ping: This function allows a ping test to the Hunter server. The test will make
ve attempts to contact the IP address. Note: It is common for the rst one or
two attempts to fail, but the device should make contact aer ve attempts.
Exit: Exits the Cell Congure submenu.
This completes the eld setup of the communication module. The rest
of the setup is performed in your control soware. Consult the soware
documentation or Hunter Technical Support to enable this device in your
central control system.
Other Com Setup Functions
ACC-COM-LTE detects other communications connections and displays
information about them. It also allows operator control of some settings
and functions.
Use the Up or Down arrow to navigate through main topics.
Controller Address: Shows current address setting. Press Enter to set the
address.
Use the arrow buttons to move le and right to each digit, and + or –
to change to the desired number. The address can be any number from 1 to
999. Press Enter when the correct number is shown.
Master Control (not shown on ACC-P2P-LTE): Set to Yes or No with +/-
buttons. This indicates that other controllers are connected to the IP controller.
Contrast: Default = 50. Adjusts display visibility for varying conditions. Press
Enter to adjust, + or – to change, and press Enter when done. The display
contrast may be adjusted for daylight conditions where reection makes the
display dicult to read.
Radio Type (not shown on ACC-P2P-LTE models): Shows a type of radio
module, if one is found by the Com module.
Radio communications can be used in two distinct ways:
1. To connect a controller to additional controllers within the same site.
2. To use UHF Maintenance Radio (Hunter Model TRNR) as a remote control
for the controller.

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Setup and Addressing of the Com Module
Last TRNR Cmd (Radio Only): Not in ACC-P2P-LTE models, displays the
characters in the last-received UHF Maintenance Radio command, for
diagnostic purposes. This setting is not shown if there is no radio. This
setting only applies to UHF Maintenance Radio and will not show ICR
remote commands.
DTMF Processing: Enables DTMF decoding, which allows Maintenance
Radio remote control to operate. Press Enter and use +/- buttons to disable
if DTMF is not desired.
Radio Channel Switch: Allows selection of pre-programmed radio channels
1-16. Press Enter, use +/- to manually override the DIP switch settings in the
radio, and use a dierent channel. User must be licensed to transmit on a
specic channel.
MR Default Run Time (Radio Only, not shown in ACC-P2P-LTE models):
Default = 30 Minutes. This sets the automatic run time for any station or
SSG that is started by a Maintenance Radio command, if no run time has
been specied in the On command. It is possible to turn a station or SSG on
without specifying a run time, and this setting will automatically them o
aer the specied time if they are not turned o by an O command. The
Default Run Time can be changed in 1-minute increments up to a maximum
of 60 minutes. This setting is not shown if there is no radio and does not
aect ICR remote commands.
HWIM (not shown in ACC-P2P-LTE models): Indicates presence of a
Hardwire Interface Module (ACC-HWIM) installed in the controller. “None”
indicates no HWIM has been found, “Installed” indicates that the HWIM is
installed and has been detected. This display is informational and cannot be
changed from the Com module.
Enter Diagnostics: To use the built-in communications diagnostics, press the
Enter button at this display.
This will allow you to select from the following diagnostic functions (use the
up or down arrow buttons to move through the choices).
Communications Status Display [MOD RAD HW]: Pressing the le arrow
button at any time will show a status display for communications, showing
transmit and receive activity for each communications type. The display
shows: MOD RAD HW #, indicating Modem, Radio, Hardwire, and number of
data packets sent.
Under each item MOD, RAD, and HW, the letter T shows transmit activity
and R shows receiving data for that communications component. The
symbol * shows other radio trac (“carrier detect”). This is a useful
diagnostic tool.
MOD: Shows cellular modem activity.
RAD: Shows T when the controller radio is transmitting, and R when it is
receiving data from another radio.
HW: Shows T when the controller is transmitting over GCBL cable, and R
when receiving data via GCBL.
#: Shows the count of individual packets of data as they are exchanged. This
number continues to increase as events are counted until it reaches 255, and
then begins again at 1.
Digital communications are divided into packets of data, and sent in
pieces called “packets.” Aer each packet is sent, a conrming response is
expected. This counter tracks all communications in the module via radio,
hardwire, and modem.
The * may indicate other radio trac (from other sources). Communications
problems that cannot be explained by hardware issues are sometimes
caused by interference from other sources. If * is frequently present when no
ACC communications are taking place, it may indicate that the frequency is
very busy.
Radio Tone Test (not shown in ACC-P2P-LTE models): The radio test is only
active when a UHF radio module is installed. Press the le arrow button
twice to display the Radio Tone Test, and press Enter to start the test. The
radio module will transmit a 5-second burst of data to conrm whether the
radio is working. The burst can be heard with another radio or scanner tuned
to the same frequency.
For this test to be eective, you will need a two-way radio or scanner on the
same frequency as the radio module.
When the radio test is started, a burst of data indicates a working radio
module in the controller.
If nothing is heard, either the radio is inoperative or the wrong frequency has
been selected for receiving.

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If a broken, rough-sounding, or very faint signal is heard, there may be a
problem in the antenna, antenna cable, or connectors. This may also indicate
a problem in the radio module, although antenna/cable/connectors are the
more likely cause. The easiest way to check this is to swap the radio module
with a known good unit, connect to the same antenna and cable, and repeat
the test. If the sound cleans up, the problem was the module. If the sound is
still poor, it is probably the antenna/cable/connector setup.
Ping Test (not shown in ACC-P2P-LTE models): The ping test allows any
controller to exchange communications with another controller for test
purposes. To do this, select a Target controller from the Source controller.
When the test is started, the Source controller will “ping” the Target
controller repeatedly and show success or failure of the communications.
Any other controllers which can hear the test will also show the results, while
the test is taking place.
Ping Hub: Not used.
So Reset: This “reboots” the communications module if it is temporarily
confused. If the display or controls appear to be locked up, so reset will
restart the module without erasing data.
Total Reset: This completely resets all data in the Com module. It will erase
any settings including the address! If the Com module is unresponsive and
a so reset does not solve the problem, Total reset allows you to start over
with a clean installation. This is also useful when moving a Com module
from one installation to another, or when you are uncertain what previous
operators may have programmed into the module.
Operating the Com Module: With the Com module installed and operational
(with “C” display), verify that the controller address is correct.
The soware documentation provides information on conguring sites and
the connections for each site.
Once an ACC-COM-LTE Site controller is connected via LTE, it can share the
communications connection with other controllers via radio and hardwire.
ACC-P2P-LTE modules do not share connections.
The following considerations apply to these optional outbound connections.
UHF Radio: The ACC-COM-LTE module may also be used with a Hunter UHF
radio, which must be ordered separately.
Setup and Addressing of the Com Module
In steel enclosures, the antenna must be installed externally (signals will not
communicate from inside a metal box).
Plan ahead for mounting an external antenna. It will be necessary to route
the antenna cable from the radio module inside the enclosure, to the
antenna outside of the enclosure. A site survey with comparable radios
is required before a nal decision can be made about antenna types and
placement.
In the plastic pedestal enclosure, the Hunter IMMS-ANT-2 antenna is
designed to be mounted in the pedestal lid and may be adequate for
communications (to be determined in advance by site survey).
In North America and most other countries, a license is required before
operating any UHF radio transmission equipment. Verify your local
regulations and make sure that you have obtained the proper licensing
before operating radio equipment.
Hardwired cable: This module does not contain a hardwire connection
terminal.
Any controller needing hardwired communications must be equipped with
an ACC-HWIM, in addition to the ACC-COM-LTE communications module.
The HWIM is installed in the controller cabinet, on the ACC Master Module
(see ACC-HWIM instructions).
Hardwired communications also requires Hunter GCBL cable. This special
cable uses four color-coded twisted conductors, shielded with foil, and
grounded with an additional bare wire, in direct-burial jacket. The cable is
also ordered separately.
See the ACC-HWIM instructions for wiring connections.

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FCC Compliance Notice
FCC ID: RI7LE910NA
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o
and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by taking one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that of
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by Hunter Industries
could void the user’s authority to operate this device. If necessary, consult a
representative of Hunter Industries Inc. or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions.
To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station
transmission devices, a separation distance of 8" or more should be
maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during
operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is
not recommended. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Compliance Information

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Notes

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