Munters Comm-Box Instruction manual

Manual for use and maintenance
CommBox
Internet Access
Ag/MIS/UmGb-2595-05/18 Rev 1.7
P/N: 116597
CommBox

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CommBox
Manual for use and maintenance
Document Revision: 1.7, 12/2021
Ag/MIS/UmGb-2595-05/18 Rev 2.0 (MIS)
Software Ver: 3.5.6
This manual for use and maintenance is an integral part of the apparatus together with the attached
technical documentation.
This document is destined for the user of the apparatus: it may not be reproduced in whole or in part,
committed to computer memory as a file or delivered to third parties without the prior authorization of the
assembler of the system.
Munters reserves the right to effect modifications to the apparatus in accordance with technical and legal
developments.

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Index
chapter page
1INTRODUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
1.1 Disclaimer-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
1.2 Introduction----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
1.3 Notes ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
2INTRODUCTION TO THE COMMBOX ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
2.1 Ordering ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
2.2 What Comes in the Package --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
3HARDWARE INSTALLATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
3.1 CommBox Ports-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
3.2 Mounting the CommBox ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8
3.3 Grounding------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
3.4 Connecting the CommBox to the Internet------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
3.5 Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
3.6 Connecting the CommBox to a Communicator------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
3.7 Connecting the CommBox to a Controller or RLink------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
3.7.1 Controller to Junction Box Connection....................................................................................... 10
3.7.2 Comm-Box to Junction Box Wiring .............................................................................................. 13
3.7.3 RLINK One Connection ................................................................................................................... 13
3.7.4 Wiring Topology ................................................................................................................................ 16
3.7.5 Termination ........................................................................................................................................... 16
3.7.5.1 Termination Topologies ................................................................................................................17
3.7.5.2 Termination Wiring .......................................................................................................................19
4TECHNICAL DATA------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
5GROUP MANAGEMENT------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 22
5.1 Activating the Group ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
5.2 Log In -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
5.3 Attaching the Farm to a Group ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
5.3.1 No Existing Groups........................................................................................................................... 25
5.3.2 Groups Exist......................................................................................................................................... 25
5.4 Local Log In------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
6ROTEMNET WEB--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
6.1 RotemNet Web Functionality------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28

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6.1.1 Farm Settings Tab............................................................................................................................... 28
6.1.1.1 Farm Settings.................................................................................................................................28
6.1.1.2 Push Notifications .........................................................................................................................29
6.1.1.3 Local Users....................................................................................................................................30
6.1.1.4 Data Collect ..................................................................................................................................30
6.1.1.5 Activity Log....................................................................................................................................31
6.1.2 House Scan Tab ................................................................................................................................. 31
6.1.3 Diagnostics Tab................................................................................................................................... 32
6.1.4 About Tab ............................................................................................................................................. 33
6.2 User Settings----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
6.3 Software Upgrade ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34
7WARRANTY------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37

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1Introduction
1.1 Disclaimer
Munters reserves the right to make alterations to specifications, quantities, dimensions etc. for production
or other reasons, subsequent to publication. The information contained herein has been prepared by
qualified experts within Munters. While we believe the information is accurate and complete, we make no
warranty or representation for any particular purposes. The information is offered in good faith and with
the understanding that any use of the units or accessories in breach of the directions and warnings in this
document is at the sole discretion and risk of the user.
1.2 Introduction
Congratulations on your excellent choice of purchasing a CommBox!
In order to realize the full benefit from this product it is important that it is installed, commissioned and
operated correctly. Before installation or using the unit, this manual should be studied carefully. It is also
recommended that it is kept safely for future reference. The manual is intended as a reference for
installation, commissioning and day-to-day operation of the Munters equipment.
1.3 Notes
Date of release: July 2019
Munters cannot guarantee to inform users about the changes or to distribute new manuals to them.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the
expressed written permission of Munters. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

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2Introduction to the CommBox
CommBox provides complete access to your Munters controllers, including monitoring and control
capabilities, from any device, anywhere. From one computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can manage an
entire network.
•Cloud-based access to controllers
oMultiple, simultaneous users have network access
•Multiple communication pathways
oBuilt-in internet and telephone connectivity
oCellular Connectivity
•Local communication via wired or wireless communication
•Status reports provide critical information on house functions and animal statistics
•Push notifications
In addition, CommBox can act as an add-on for users wanting to add web-access to legacy
Communicator units.
2.1 Ordering
Each CommBox has one of two software packages:
•Poultry (P/N: 904-07-00016 CommBox-POU-EN-ROT)
•Pigs (P/N: 904-07-00017 CommBox-PIG-EN-ROT)
These software packages are not interchangeable and cannot be converted. In addition, connecting a
CommBox directly to a controller requires a Junction Box. There are two options:
•RS-232 Network: P/N 904-99-00036 COMMBOX -POU- JUNCTION BOX RS232
•RS-485 Network: P/N 904-99-00037 COMMBOX -POU- JUNCTION BOX RS485
2.2 What Comes in the Package
•CommBox
•Junction Box
•Power Supply Cables 115VAC and 230VAC
•EPROM for Communicator upgrade. When connecting CommBox directly to Communicator,
upgrade the Communicator software using the EPROM supplied.

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3Hardware Installation
This document details how to install Munters' CommBox unit. Installation consists of:
•CommBox Ports
•Mounting the CommBox
•Grounding
•Connecting the CommBox to the Internet
•Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device
•Connecting the CommBox to a Communicator
•Connecting the CommBox to a Controller
NOTE No software installation is required.
3.1 CommBox Ports
Number
Description
1 On/off button
2 SIM Card port (4G card can be used with a modem for cellular connectivity)
3 HDMI port (refer to Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device)
4 USB ports( refer to Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device)
5 Internet ports (refer to Connecting the CommBox to the Internet)
Figure 2: Rear View

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Number
Description
1 & 2 External box cable connectors
3 Audio out
3.2 Mounting the CommBox
•Using the screws provided, mount the unit.
3.3 Grounding
•Connect the ground cable to the dedicated ground terminal.
CAUTION The CommBox must be grounded at all times!

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3.4 Connecting the CommBox to the Internet
•Connect the CommBox to your Internet connection/modem.
3.5 Connecting the CommBox to a Peripheral Device
If required, connect a screen or mouse to the CommBox (via the USB/HDMI ports).
NOTE Connect the screen to the CommBox using an HDMI cable only. Do not use any other type of
cable and an HDMI adapter.
3.6 Connecting the CommBox to a Communicator
•Connect the CommBox to a Munters Communicator a standard USB cable (supplied with the
Communicator unit).

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NOTE Communicator requires the Communicator Serial Card (P/N: C-COMM-SERIAL) to support the
CommBox. Refer to Document #112189 for details on upgrading the Communicator.
3.7 Connecting the CommBox to a Controller or RLink
The only step in installing a CommBox that requires wiring is if the CommBox is connected directly to a
controller (instead of a Communicator). In this situation the CommBox must be wired to the controller
communication card, via the Junction Box.
•Controller to Junction Box Connection
•RLINK One Connection
•Comm-Box to Junction Box Wiring
•Wiring Topology
•Termination
WARNING!
Disconnect the power before beginning!
WARNING!
Only an authorized electrical technician may perform this procedure!
3.7.1 CONTROLLER TO JUNCTION BOX CONNECTION
In the controller, connect the CommBox to the controller's communication card. Refer to the following
illustrations.