MadgeTech RFC1000 User manual

RFC1000
Red 485
Dark Blue Pantone 289
Light Blue 58% of Pantone 289
Red 485
Dark Blue Pantone 289
Light Blue 58% of Pantone 289
Specifications subject to change.
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DOC-1276035-00 REV 2 2012.12.13
RFC1000
Wireless receiver for the RFOT and Therm-A-Lert
Product Information Card
Part Name RFC1000
Interface Type USB (to PC) / Wireless (to Data Logger)
Operating Environment –20 to +85°C, 0 to 95%RH non-condensed
LED Indicators Red & Green
Enclosure Materials ABS Plastic (body), PVC Plastic (antenna)
Dimensions Enclosure: 3.8” x 1.6” x 0.8” / Antenna: 7.2”
Approvals FCC ID:OA3MRF24J40MC, IC#: 7693A-24J40MC
Transmission Distance
(To other RFC1000s) 4000’ max. outdoor - line of sight unobstructed 1000’ max. indoors - typical urban environment
Transmission Distance
(To data loggers) 2000’ max. outdoor - line of sight unobstructed
500’ max. indoors - typical urban
Maximum number of
connected data loggers
Frequency 2.405GHz - 2.475GHz
Ingress Protection IP40
64

Product Notes
MadgeTech has designed an RFC1000 with a higher powered transceiver
than the standard RFC1000 model. This RFC1000 has a substantially longer
transmit range, meaning better performance in occluded environments (ovens,
refrigerators, etc.). This new RFC1000 also includes an external antenna, allowing
more flexibility with mounting positions in both orientation and proximity to
metal walls. This may be used as a repeater, or directly plugged into the PC.
Transmission Distance
The RFC1000 transmits to other RFC1000s up to 4000 feet maximum typical
outdoors/line of sight, 1000 feet maximum typical indoors/urban. The RFC1000
transmits to data loggers up to 2000 feet maximum typical outdoors/line of
sight, 500 feet maximum typical indoors/urban. The RFC1000 can connect
to a maximum of 64 data loggers. The RFC1000 transmits on a frequency of
2.405GHz - 2.475 GHz.
Operating Environment
The RFC1000 is rated for use in an environment with temperatures from -20°C
to 85°C and a humidity range of 0% to 95% RH non-condensing.The RFC1000 is
rated IP40 and is protected against solids that are greater than 1mm in size. This
device is not water resistant.
LEDs
The red LED indicates that the device has power. The green LED will blink when
communicating with other MadgeTech devices.
Installation Guide
Installing the Software
Insert the Software CD in the CD-ROM Drive. If the autorun does not appear,
locate the drive on the computer and double click on Autorun.exe. Install
the MadgeTech Software, USB Interface Drivers (under Drivers and Third
Party Tools) and MadgeTech MadgeNET Software. The software can also be
downloaded from www.madgetech.com.
Channel Programming
The new RFC1000 transmits data on the 2.5GHz band, channel 11. Each
MadgeTech Wireless Data Logger and RFC1000 has a set of dip switches with
which the channel may be programmed.
Any MadgeTech data logger or RFC1000 that is on the same network are
required to use the same channel. If they are not on the same channel, the
devices will not communicate with one another.
RFC1000 Product Quick Reference Card
The default wireless channel for MadgeTech wireless devices is channel 11.
Different wireless channels may be used to create multiple networks in one area,
or to avoid wireless interference from other devices. The images below show the
orientations avaliable of the switches for each channel. Channel 26 (all switches
in the up position) is not supported.
Channel 11 Channel 12 Channel 13 Channel 14
Channel 15 Channel 16 Channel 17 Channel 18
Channel 19 Channel 20 Channel 21 Channel 22
Channel 23 Channel 24 Channel 25 Channel 26
(not supported)
Follow the instructions below to configure the channel settings of your
MadgeTech Data Loggers.
RFC1000: To program the channel on an RFC1000, first unplug the RFC1000.
Use a Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the enclosure. The dip switches are
located on the front of the PCB circuit board. Change the dip switches to match
the photo. Reconnect the RFC1000.

RFC1000 Product Quick Reference Card
RFOT: To program the channel on an RFOT data logger, unscrew the body of
the RFOT and remove the enclosure. Switch the wireless ON / OFF switch (red
switch, next to the probe cable connector) to ‘0’. The dip switches are located
on the back of the PCB (opposite side of the battery). Change the dip switches to
match the photo. Return the wireless ON / OFF switch to ‘1’.
Therm-A-Lert-Series: Switch the wireless ON / OFF switch to ‘0’. The dip
switches are located on the back of the device. Change the dip switches to
match the photo. Switch the wireless ON / OFF switch back to ‘1’.
Deploying and Activating Devices
Step 1: Plug the RFC1000 into the USB port on the base station computer.
(Additional RFC1000s can be used as repeaters to transmit over greater distances)
Step 2: If using multiple RFC1000s plug each one into a wall outlet in the
desired locations. (If transmitting over a distance greater than 1000 feet indoors
or 4000 feet outdoors or there are walls/obstacles/corners that need to be
maneuvered around, set up additional RFC1000s as needed.)
Step 3: Verify that the data loggers are in wireless transmission mode by
confirming the wireless ON / OFF switch is in the ‘1’ position on each data
logger. (See Channel Programming steps above)
Step 4: On your PC, launch the MadgeNet software program. All active data
loggers will be listed in the software showing that the device(s) are recognized.
Step 5: To activate your data loggers, click on one to highlight, then click the
Claim icon, and then click the Start button. Do this for each logger in your list
that you wish to activate.
Step 6: To view data on the screen in real-time, click the Stream button.
Mounting Instructions
For best wireless performance, both the RFC1000 and the MadgeTech data
loggers should be mounted in the same orientation. This usually means that
the external antenna should be pointing straight up. The antenna can pivot to
accommodate either a wall mount or a desk mount.

o “This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.”
o “To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station
transmission devices, a separation distance of 20 cm 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.”
o “This device complies with Industry Canada license-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.”
o “Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only
operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved
for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
necessary for successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur
radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal
(ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but
de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres
utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la
puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l’intensité
nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.”
RFC1000 Rev.2 Product Quick Reference Card