ionSign Neutron12-LAN User manual

Quick Guide
Neutron12-LAN Remote Pulse Collector
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For example JAMAK 2x(2+1)x0,5mm2
instrumentation cable can be used between
the meter and Neutron12-LAN. The open
collector or relay output of a single meter is
connected to Neutron12-LAN as shown above.
Introducing Neutron12-LAN:
1.Install Lantronix DeviceInstaller to your
workstation (http://bit.ly/2FIXaJD).
2.Connect the power supply, meter(s), and
LAN cable as in the enclosed diagram.
Connect the device to the mains, the PWR
led lights up.
3.Use a LAN cable to connect the device to
your workstation or the same LAN.
4.Open the DeviceInstaller application, find
the device and make necessary settings.
Init led blinks when settings are in place.
Init led is lit continuously when the device
also has server connection.
5.Data logging has commenced.
When in operation, the Signal led toggles between ON/OFF with every pulse received.
Connecting to the Device
The device is configured with the Lantronix DeviceInstaller application. The application
should be installed to a PC that is connected either to the same LAN with the device, or
directly to the device. If the LAN has an active DHCP server, Neutron12-LAN assumes
an IP address from the LAN, when powered up with default settings. Also a fixed IP ad-
dress may be used.
The device appears in the device list on the left, see picture. Firmware version v6.9.0.2
and device IP address 192.168.100.29 can also be found here. If the device does not
appear, click the Search button.
Click on the device IP address and choose the Web configuration tab on the right side of
the application window. If
a Lantronix configuration
page appears, do not
make any changes there.
In the address field, set
10001 as the port of the
device IP address (write
“:10001” after the IP in the
address field) and click on
the white arrow on the right
side of the field. The Set-
tings menu appears. Make
necessary settings ac-
cording to section 3 of user
guide.

User and Installation Guide
Neutron12-LAN Remote Pulse Collector
Copyright 2017 - ionSign www.ionsign.fi 15.3.2018 –v1.8
1 General
Neutron12-LAN is a pulse concentrator designed for collecting and re-
porting pulses from varying kinds of consumption meters with a pulse
output, e.g. electricity, gas, heat or water meters. Pulses are collected,
locally stored and sent to the server as set up by the user.
2 Indicator lights
PWR led is ON
The device has power
Signal led goes ON or OFF
A pulse was registered
Init led blinks
The device has settings, server
connection is not established
Init led is ON
The device has server connection
3 Settings
The settings are in three sections: Device, Server and Transmission.
In the Device section, following parameters are given:
Device ID is a unique identifier for each device. Values in the range 1-
1000000. Value 0 indicates that the device is not operational.
Number of inputs is the number of connected meters to log and transmit
pulse data of. Values in the range 1-12.
Save after making changes to settings.
Factory reset restores factory settings.
In the Server section, following parameters are given:
Server address is the address of the server, to which the device trans-
mits the pulse data. The address may be input either as an IP address
or in DNS format. Maximum address length is 30 characters.
Server port is the number of port to be connected at the server. Values
in the range 1-65535.
Server path is the folder at the server where the pulse data is stored.
Maximum path length is 50 characters.
Save after making changes to settings.
In the Transmission section, following parameters are given:
Periodic mode interval sets the device to send the data of a specific
time to the server, at specified intervals.
Periodic mode periodic sets the device to send the data of a specific
time period to the server, at specified intervals.
Periodic interval sets the time between consecutive data transmissions.
Values in the range 0-60 minutes. This transmission takes place in addi-
tion to the daily transmission of hourly data. If value is set to 0, only the
hourly data is transmitted, once a day.
Daily send delay enables staggered transmissions to avoid jamming of
server in case of a large number of transmitting devices. It sets the delay
after midnight to start the daily transmission. Values in the range 0-60
minutes. With a zero value (0), transmission occurs at midnight sharp.
Transmit now button can be used to transmit the data immediately.
Save after making changes to settings.
4 Failure recovery
The device has no built-in backup power, so pulses are not collected nor
sent during power failures. When power supply resumes however, the
device assumes all prior settings and starts collecting and sending data
without any need for user intervention. For LAN network failures, the de-
vice has a built-in local buffer of 30 days for keeping collected data stored
for later transmission. When the LAN network resumes service, all buff-
ered data is sent to the server without any need for user intervention.
5 Neutron12-LAN technical specifications
Inputs: 12 pulse inputs for open collector or relay outputs of meters.
Open collector or relay output sourcing voltage 12 VDC, maximum
sourcing current 5mA.
Operating voltage: 11…13 VDC.
Real-time clock: 4 days backup.
Size: WxHxD 105 x 90 x 52 mm (6 module wide DIN rail enclosure).
Protection class: IP20.
Operating temperature: -25 °C...+55 °C.
RH: 5 % - 95 % non-condensing.
Local data storage capacity: 30 days of hourly data for each input
channel.
Data communication: LAN / TCP-IP.
6 Warranty
ionSign grants a warranty of two (2) years for all delivered devices and software ser-
vices. The warranty starts onthe date of the delivery and it covers material and man-
ufacturing defects. The warranty does not cover defects caused by improper use or
installation nor does it cover defects caused by factors out of ionSign’s control. These
would be for instance grid malfunction or service changes of network operators ser-
vices. ionSign delivers a new device to replace the defected one, without cost. Alter-
natively, ionSign may repair the defected device. The defected device must be re-
turned to ionSign, if required, at ionSign’s cost. The warranty does not cover disman-
tling, installation, and introduction costs and the like. ionSign warrants that the pro-
vided software essentially manage with their designed tasks, at the time of delivery.
All significant software defects are covered by the warranty. The defects will be re-
solved without unnecessary delay. The resolution may be an instruction to circum-
vent the defect. If the delivery includes third party products or services, these are only
covered by the applicable warranty provided by that third party. Title to the delivered
goods transfers to the client, when the invoiced price is paid in full. All immaterial
rights related to devices and services remain the property of ionSign. If the service
was a design assignment, the client assumes the right to use and further develop the
assignment results. ionSign is eligible to use the client’s name as a reference in its
marketing. ionSign is not eligible to disclose the order details without prior consent.
In case of a force majeure, preventing to act according to the purchase agreement,
the affected party will start immediate negotiations to assess the effects of the obsta-
cle on the scope and schedule of the purchase agreement. ionSign appropriately
backs up client’s data residing on its servers. In spite of this, ionSign assumes no
responsibility of possible damage due to loss of data. ionSign assumes no responsi-
bility of direct or indirect damage to property or people, nor work or travel expenses,
caused by using its services or devices, unless due to gross negligence. ionSign’s
financial liability is always limited to the value of the delivered goods and services,
unless otherwise inflicted by the Finnish law.
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