LI-COR Eddy Covariance User manual

Satellite
Communication
for Eddy Covariance and
Soil Gas Flux Systems
Instruction Manual

Satellite Communication
for Eddy Covariance
and Soil Gas Flux Systems
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Printing History
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content will be incorporated without affecting the version number.
Publication Number: 984-13837
Version Number Publication Date Changes
1 April 2015 First Edition
2 July 2016 Second edition; Updated EC and Biomet configuration
instructions.
3 October 2016 Third edition; Updates related to the SmartFlux® 2 System.
Build Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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Notes on Safety
This LI-COR product has been designed to be safe when operated in the manner described in this manual. The safety of
this product cannot be guaranteed if the product is used in any other way than is specified in this manual. The product is
intended to be used by qualified personnel. Read this entire manual before using the product.
Equipment markings:
The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for you to refer to the manual or
accompanying documents in order to protect against injury or damage to the product.
The product is marked with this symbol when a hazardous voltage may be present.
The product is marked with this symbol if a Chassis Ground connection is required.
WARNING Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
CAUTION Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Manual markings:
WARNING Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
CAUTION Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
NOTE Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your equipment.
Note: Read and comply with all instructions provided by the manufacturers prior to using the wireless gateway or
router, satellite modem, network switch, and antennas.

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Outside of the U.S., contact your local sales office or distributor.
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Contents
Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
Parts List 1-2
Hughes 9502 Components 1-3
Product Labels 1-4
Cable Connections and Indicators 1-4
Status Indicators 1-5
Section 2. Initial Setup
Tools 2-1
Time 2-1
Basic Steps 2-1
Initial Assembly 2-4
Mounting the Communication Enclosure 2-5
Mounting the Antenna 2-7
Pointing the Antenna 2-9
Securing Cables 2-10
Section 3. Configuring the Communication System
Log In 3-1
Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-2
Configure the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-4
View the IP Address 3-6
Section 4. Configure an Eddy Covariance System
Connect Instruments to the Hughes 9502 4-1
Configure the Instrument Network Settings 4-2
Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System Communication 4-2
Configure LI-7700 Communication 4-4
Configure Biomet System Communication 4-7
Connect with Remote Instruments 4-11
Connect to the LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System 4-11

Section 5. Connecting with an LI-8100A
Modify the LI-8100A Configuration 5-3
LI-8100A File Transfer 5-4
Copying Files from Internal Storage… 5-5
Copying Files from the Compact Flash Card… 5-5
Section 6. Advanced Operations
Recommended IP Addresses 6-1
Using the Content Watchdog 6-1
Configure PC Network Communication 6-2
Section 7. Troubleshooting
Unable to connect with remote devices 7-1
Unable to detect a satellite 7-1
Section 8. Maintenance
Appendix A. Specifications
Appendix B. Suppliers
Appendix C. Warranty
Appendix D. Index
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Section 1.
Overview of the Communication System
Communication modules enable remote wireless communication with LI-COR
eddy covariance systems, soil gas flux systems, and other systems that support Eth-
ernet communication. The 7900-720 satellite communication system provides
access to most sites located in most parts of the world, with the exception of the
poles and areas that are blocked from geostationary satellites.
In these instructions, the term terminal is used to refer to the Hughes 9502 satellite
modem that connects your system to the Internet.
Figure 1-1. The 7900-720 communication system transfers data from a site to computer net-
works through a geostationary satellite.
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Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
Parts List
If you have just taken delivery of the communication system, check the packing list
to verify that you received everything that was ordered.
The system includes an enclosure, satellite terminal, high-gain antenna, power
cables, data cables, and hardware to support an LI-7500x or LI-7200x eddy cov-
ariance system and one additional instrument—either the LI-7700 Open Path CH4
Analyzer or a Biomet System. The communication system also supports the
LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux System.
lSatellite Terminal - Hughes 9502 satellite terminal (part number 616-13655).
Includes antenna, terminal mounting strap, 10 m cable, cable adapter, and azi-
muth/elevation bracket.
lAntenna - (part number 609-13832) Laird Technologies®omnidirectional
high-gain antenna. Includes antenna, mounting hardware and a 5 m (15 ft)
cable (part number 380-13839).
lAntenna Mounting Post - (part number 9879-064) 1.5 m (59 inch) anodized
aluminum post with angled tip. To mount the antenna.
lPower Cable - (part number 392-14582) 5-meter power cable with bare leads.
lEnclosure - (part number 9979-025) An all-weather electronics enclosure to pro-
tect the instrumentation from the elements.
lPVC Strain Relief Fittings - (part number 6579-054) Two PVC junction caps
and locknuts (part number 259-13741) are included to provide strain relief for
the antenna, power, and communication cables. They also help prevent water
from splashing into the enclosure openings.
lMetal Wool - Three pieces of stainless steel or bronze wool are included. Insert
these into the strain relief-cable openings to help prevent water from splashing
into the enclosure and to keep insects and small animals out of the enclosure.
l26 cm Enclosure Mounting Kit - (part number 9979-022) See Figure 2-1 on
page2-6 for a parts breakdown.
lShielded Ethernet Cable (part number 392-13977) - 5 m (16.4 ft) Ethernet
cable with straight RJ45 to 8-pin Turck® terminal.
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Description Qty. Part Number
26 cm Enclosure w/ Internal Mounting Plate 1 9979-025
M3 - 0.5x8 mm Stainless Steel Pan Screws 4 150-13642
Enclosure Mounting Kit 1 9979-022
1" PVC Strain Relief Fitting 2 6579-054
1" Strain Relief Fitting Locknut 2 259-13741
3.9 in (99 mm) Cable Ties 10 218-08499
11.4 in (290 mm) Cable Ties 10 218-11027
Cables
Coaxial Antenna Cable (4.6 m; 15 ft) 1 380-13839
8-pin Male to RJ45 Ethernet Cable (5 m; 16.4 ft) 1 392-13977
Standard Ethernet Cable (2.1 m; 7 ft) 1 616-06116
Table 1-1. Communication system parts shipped from LI-COR.
Some parts are shipped directly from Galaxy 1 Communications (Table 1-2 below).
Description Quantity
Satellite Terminal
Hughes 9502 1
High-Gain Antenna 1
Antenna Cable (10 meter; 32.8 ft) 1
Antenna Cable Coaxial Adapter 1
Antenna Mounting Hardware
Table 1-2. Satellite communication system parts shipped from Galaxy 1
Communications.
Hughes 9502 Components
The Hughes 9502 includes a product information label on the bottom of the unit
and important safety information on the top.
For additional information on the Hughes 9502 see
http://www.hughes.com/technologies/mobilesat-systems/mobile-satellite-
terminals/hughes-9502-bgan-m2m for these documents:
lHughes 9502 Fixed Satellite Terminal User Guide
lHughes 9502 Quick Setup Guide
Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
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Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
Product Labels
The satellite terminal includes a caution label that warns that the unit may become
hot.
Cable Connections and Indicators
The cable connections are labeled below:
The indicator LEDs show the power, GPS, and signal status:
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Status Indicators
lPointing Mode: All three LEDs flashing at 1 Hz.
lRegistering: Power LED on, GPS LED on or flashing, Network LED off.
lRegistered: Power LED on, GPS or, Network LED flashing.
lConnected: All three on; all three off after 1 minute time out.
Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
1-5Status Indicators

Section 1. Overview of the Communication System
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Section 2.
Initial Setup
This section describes how to assemble, deploy, and maintain the communication
system.
Tools
The following tools are required:
lPhillips screwdriver
lBolt drivers or wrenches: 16 mm, 13 mm, and 8 mm (5/8", 1/8" and 5/16" SAE
equivalents)
lStandard slotted screwdriver (optional, instead of 8 mm driver)
lPost driver for antenna post
Time
The hardware installation will take about 30 to 60 minutes. Software configuration
will take about 15 to 30 minutes. Activating the terminal depends upon the wire-
less service provider.
Basic Steps
Note: We highly recommend that you fully assemble the system, configure your
network account, and test the system in your office or lab before deploying it in
the field.
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Section 2. Initial Setup
1Arrange a Data Plan
Prior to using the satellite radio you need to arrange a data plan with a wireless ser-
vice provider in your area. We recommend Inmarsat BGAN M2M from Galaxy 1
Communications, but you can choose another provider if you prefer.
Important: Be sure that your service provider supports two-way communication
and that they have configured your account to allow two-way communication
through their firewall.
2Assemble the System
Assemble the components and install the data cables and power supply cables for
the system. See Initial Assembly on page2-4.
3Configure the Sensor Network
The terminal and instruments must be configured to communicate with each
other.
lFor a basic CO2/H2O eddy covariance system see Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x
Eddy Covariance System Communication on page4-2.
lTo add an LI-7700 see Configure LI-7700 Communication on page4-4.
lTo add a 7900 Biomet System see Configure Biomet System Communication on
page4-7.
lTo add an LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux System see Connecting with an LI-8100A on
page5-1.
4Connect to the System
If everything is configured properly, you'll be able to access your eddy covariance
system from any computer on the Internet. When connected to the system you will
be able to do some or all of the following:
lDownload processed flux results.
lConnect with the FluxSuite web service (www.fluxsuite.com)
lDownload data from the LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux system (see Connecting with an
LI-8100A on page5-1).
lModify instrument configurations (see Connect with Remote Instruments on
page4-11 and Connecting with an LI-8100A on page5-1).
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Caution: Be careful to avoid data overage charges! You can easily transfer many
megabytes of data over the satellite terminal, which may incur large data
charges. We recommend that you:
lDisable automatic updating on your computer when connected to the satellite
system.
lRefrain from opening web pages in your browser when configuring your
satellite connection.
lDo not download raw data from your site.
lDo not leave the connection open for longer than necessary.
lMonitor your data usage. If you use Galaxy 1 Communication, register with
their billing services (https://www.ibisbilling.com) to track your data usage
and set limits to data transfer.
Section 2. Initial Setup
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Section 2. Initial Setup
Initial Assembly
This section describes the initial configuration of the communication system.
1Assemble the system.
Install the power cable first. Mount the terminal in the enclosure as shown.
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2Install the Ethernet data cable and antenna cable.
A long, weatherproof Ethernet cable (part number 392-13977 for the LI-7550) con-
nects the terminal to the LI-7550 or LI-8100A Ethernet port.
3Mount the enclosure, antenna, and antenna cable.
The antenna cable is a slender coaxial cable. Tighten both cable connections
securely. Mount the antenna to a tripod or mast so it has adequate reception from
the wireless service provider. Be sure that the antenna placement does not obstruct
the wind or alter any of the variables that are measured at the site (see Mounting the
Antenna on page2-7).
Mounting the Communication Enclosure
The enclosure is designed to mount to a tripod, tower, or post. The box should be
mounted at the base of the tower, away from instruments. The communication and
power cables should be attached to the tower so that strain is not applied to the
cable or connectors and to avoid sharp bends in the cables.
Two mounting brackets (part number 9979-022) and band clamps are used to
mount the communication module to a tower or tripod. The box can be bolted dir-
ectly to a flat surface as well.
The mounting brackets and band clamps are designed to accommodate a mounting
post of up to 7 cm (2.75 inches) in diameter. Hardware is included to attach the
mounting plates to the communication module using 4 hex head bolts (part
Section 2. Initial Setup
2-5Mounting the Communication Enclosure

Section 2. Initial Setup
number 150-12943). The band clamp brackets are attached to the mounting plates,
and then the band clamps can be inserted through the holes in the band clamp
brackets and tightened around the post, as shown in Figure 2-1 below.
Figure 2-1. Attach mounting plates to the enclosure, attach hose clamp mounting brackets
to mounting plates, and secure to a mast using band clamps.
Item Qty. Part No. Description
1 4 150-12943 M6x1 × 16 MM Hex Head Bolt
2 4 167-02054 Flat Washer 1/4 x 5/8”
3 2 167-05635 Split Washer 5/16”
4 2 235-13234 Single Bolt Flared Leg Mounting Bracket
5 2 300-13293 Hose Clamp, 9/16”
6 2 9879-060 15 cm Mounting Plate
6 2 9879-045 26 cm Mounting Plate
7 2 included w/ item #4 5/16-24 × 1/2” Hex Head Bolt
8 2 included w/ item #4 5/16” Flat Washer
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