Realm 100-00526 User manual

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Table of Contents
1 Terms and Condition............................................................................. 3
1.1 Precautionary Statements ............................................................................... 3
1.2 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Compliance...................................................................................................... 4
1.4 User Set-up ...................................................................................................... 4
2 Field Install ........................................................................................... 4
2.1 Gather tools..................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Use Kit for Vertical Mounting.......................................................................... 4
2.3 Secure Data Gateway...................................................................................... 5
2.4 Attach bracket to Solar Panel..........................................................................5
2.5 Select Installation Location.............................................................................. 5
2.6 Set Antennae Angle.........................................................................................5
2.7 Tighten Zip Ties............................................................................................... 6
2.8 Observe LED Indicators .................................................................................. 6
2.9 Power Data Gateway On................................................................................. 6
3 Verication............................................................................................ 6
3.1 Verify Status Lights.......................................................................................... 6
3.2 Verify Cellular RSSI Lights................................................................................7
3.3 Verify Cellular RSSI Lights (Continued) ........................................................... 7
3.4 Verify Timestamp............................................................................................. 7
3.5 Verify Signal Strength...................................................................................... 7
4 Support................................................................................................. 7
4.1 Support Contact .............................................................................................. 7
4.2 Part Numbers .................................................................................................. 7

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1 Terms and Condition
You agree to follow RealmFive Terms and Conditions by
using RealmFive devices and material.
Contact customer support for all the end devices that can
be used with the Data Gateway.
Read and follow all the instructions for installing Data
Gateway so it will function and perform properly. A best
practice is to test the Data Gateway and the end devices
before going out to the eld to ensure that everything
operates correctly.
Site selection of the Data Gateway can impact the speed
and reliability of the data that is collected.
Disclaimer: RealmFive is not responsible for poor site
selection of Data Gateway and is not held responsible for
consequences that result from poor site selection.
Data Gateway is water resistant but not waterproof. Avoid
subjecting Data Gateway to direct spray. Install Data Gate-
way only in an approved mounting orientation.
Data Gateway should not be immersed in liquid or buried.
Improper installation, product misuse, and unsuitable pro-
tection may cause damage to the Data Gateway and void
the warranty.
Do not dispose of the Data Gateway in re.
1.1 PrecautionaryStatements
CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER along with specic
instructions are safety practices to reduce risks to you,
other people, property, and equipment. Read and follow
all the instructions for Using the Data Gateway.
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
DANGER
You should read, understand, and follow the entire manual
before installing the tower monitoring system. Failure to
follow the manual may result in death or serious injury.
Make certain there are no children in the installation area.
You should be ready for emergencies such as having a re
extinguisher and rst aid kit with you. Use the pivot service
disconnect to turn off the pivot and use a lock out, tag out
procedure before installation. Read and follow your pivot
manufacturer’s safety instructions and guidelines when
turning off the pivot.
CAUTION
The area needs to be free of any obstacles or objects that
may impact the installation. All power to the pivot and
towers must be disconnected before installation.
RealmFive will not be held responsible for any personal
injury and damage to equipment and property. RealmFive
will also not be held responsible for the spread of any
pests due to not following sanitary and quarantine practic-
es; improper footwear, tool, or equipment cleaning; or any
other negligent practices. Below is a list of recommended
practices (but certainly not an all-inclusive list):
Avoid injuries by practicing good ergonomics such as
• Not carrying too heavy of a load like all the equip-
ment into the eld at once.
• Avoid awkward positions and/or overextending your
body or muscles.
• All equipment and footwear should be cleaned after
use taking care to remove all soil residue in the instal-
lation eld. Store equipment in dry, enclosed place.
• Read and follow all manufacturer’s safety instructions
and guidelines for each installation tool.
• Use hand protection such as suitable gloves to pro-
tect your hands during installation.
• Use suitable eye protection.
Working safely around pivots includes:
• Reading and following all safety instructions and
guidelines from the pivot manufacturer.
• Not parking a vehicle in the path of the irrigation
pivot towers.
• Using a harness to tether to a solid point that could
hold your weight while working up high on a pivot.
• Take care to avoid injury from sharp corners and edges.
Working safely around ladders includes:
• Reading and following all safety instructions from the
ladder manufacturer.
• Not using a ladder under overhead power wires.
• Not exceeding the weight rating of the ladder.
• Setting the ladder on rm surface with both legs
touching the ground where they will not slip or sink.
• Setting the ladder at the proper angle.
• Ensuring that both sides of the top of the ladder rest
rmly against a solid surface.
• Having a second person hold the base of the ladder.

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• Keeping three points of contact with the ladder.
• Not overreaching when working on a ladder.
Batteries
Do not mix batteries together such as type, chemistry, or
age.
Battery life estimates are not guaranteed because of
environmental conditions of operation and initial battery
conditions.
Do not heat above 85 degrees C (185 degrees F), burn,
or recharge the batteries. Extreme heat or cold may cause
the batteries to explode and damage or destroy the tower
alignment monitor.
Do not expose battery contents to water.
Dispose of batteries and the Tower Monitor circuits ac-
cording to local regulations. Do not dispose of the tower
alignment and tower pivot monitors or batteries in re.
1.2 Maintenance
CAUTION
Use the pivot service disconnect to turn off the pivot and
use a lock out, tag out procedure before installation and
maintenance. Read and follow your pivot manufacturer’s
safety instructions and guidelines when turning off the
pivot.
Data Gateway is designed for outdoor use, but it is import-
ant to periodically check Data Gateway for (but certainly
not an all-inclusive list)
• Inspect the case to ensure it is free of any damage or
cracks
• Verify the Data Gateway connector is clean of all for-
eign material and that cable is still properly installed.
• Look at cable wire to ensure that it is not damaged.
• Inspect the Data Gateway and solar panel for dust
and grime, and clean with a damp cloth if necessary.
A mild dish soap may be used on the top surface but
all soap residue should be removed. Do not immerse.
1.3 Compliance
• Changes or modications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
• This product meets the applicable FCC Part 15 rules.
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 materiel est conforme aux CNRexempts
de licence d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement
est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet
appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences, et (2)
cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y com-
pris celles susceptibles de provoquer le fonctionne-
ment du dispositive.
• To limit RF exposure, please ensure 4 inches (10 cm) of
separation from the transmitter antennas at all times.
• Interference may occur even after proper installation.
• Make sure all VFD motors in the area have the proper
ltering.
• Make sure all other electrical equipment and RF
communications in the area is FCC approved and not
preventing use of the 900 MHz ISM band
1.4 User Set-up
1.4.1 Log In
Access to RealmFive website is needed to verify device
installation. A login username and password are required
to access this website.
If you don’t have a login, please contact your administrator
at least 24 hours prior to installation time to set it up.
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1.4.2 ScanQRCode
Scan the QR code on the bottom via smartphone when
prompted from app.realmve.com.
If you are having trouble scanning the QR code, type in the
device’s entire 10 character identier starting with 0x as it
appears on the label.
Make sure app.realmve.com accepts either the QR code
or the device’s entire 10 character identier.
2 Field Install
Tools
2.1 Gather tools
Gather all necessary tools for installation:
• Ladder (if mounting the Data Gateway to a pivot)
• Additional zip ties (optional)
• Cutters or scissors (optional)
• Appropriate safety gear
• Mounting
2.2 UseKitforVerticalMounting
If a pivot is not available as a mounting site, RealmFive
does offer a tripod pole mount option.
Refer to vertical pole mounting kit drawings for this option

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included in the packaging.
Installing the Data Gateway higher improves signal
strength and range to end devices.
Install a Data Gateway before you install the end devices
that will communicate through the Data Gateway.
2.3 SecureDataGateway
The Data Gateway easily attaches to a pivot pipe using
molded-in magnets in the base of the enclosure. To ensure
the Data Gateway stays secured to the pivot pipe, route
the included zip tie through the slots in the base of the
Data Gateway (recommended).
2.4 AttachbrackettoSolarPanel
Attach Solar Panel to mounting bracket.
2.5 SelectInstallationLocation
Install in the rst span of the pivot and NOT in direct spray
from the pivot. While the Data Gateway is sealed, direct
spray increases the risk of water damage and mineral
buildup on both the Data Gateway and the solar panel. To
prevent this issue, install sprinkler drops.
Position the Data Gateway and solar panel on the pivot
pipe within cable reach of each other. Ensure the connec-
tor on Data Gateway faces solar panel. Secure any excess
cord from the solar panel using a fastener like a zip tie or
move them further apart.
The battery is not charging on the Data Gateway.
Check:
• Is the solar panel secure and facing upwards? If not, re-
mount to ensure the solar panel is getting direct sunlight.
• Is the solar panel in the shadow tower box or any other
structures? If so, move solar panel and Data Gateway if
necessary.
• Is there mineral buildup on the solar panel? If so, wipe
off the solar panel and relocate out of direct spray from the
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2.6 Set Antennae Angle
You can install the Data Gateway either horizontally or
vertically on a tower.
Horizontal: the antenna should be set to a right angle with
the antenna pointing up.
Vertical: the antenna and connector end should be on
the bottom end. The antenna should be set straight and
pointing down.
2.7 Tighten Zip Ties
Use the supplied zip ties to secure the Solar Panel assem-
bly and Data Gateway to the pivot pipe.
Tighten the zip ties enough to prevent the device from
sliding sideways on the pipe.
Avoid overtightening the zip tie on the Data Gateway as
this may damage the enclosure.
Put the ratchet mechanism on the head of zip tie towards
the installer before routing it through the Data Gateway
and solar panel. This helps be able to get the zip tie tight-
ened properly.
2.8 ObserveLEDIndicators
The Data Gateway has two red-green-blue LED indicators:
one for status (in the middle of the side) and one for cellu-
lar RSSI (toward the corner on the side).
2.9 PowerDataGatewayOn
Plug the solar panel cable into the Data Gateway with the
latch chip on the top side as shown. Ensure the solar panel
plug latch is locked, as it can be hard to get plugged in
fully. This will turn the Data Gateway on. The status LED
indicator will ash multi-colored when rst turns on (see
gure in step 3.9).
The unit makes a “popping” sound and starts smok-
ing. The latch chip was not put on the top side as
shown. Un-plug the solar panel from the Data Gate-
way. Contact customer support; see step 4.
The status LED ashes multi-colored; the Data Gate-
way is working.
The status LED indicator is ashing yellow as the bat-
tery maybe low (see table in step 3.11).
Plugging the Solar Panel into the Data Gateway will
power the Data Gateway up from its internal battery
pack even if there is no sunlight to charge the battery.
The Data Gateway can run through the night and
through several heavily overcast days in a row when
fully charged. It can be fully charged in less than one
sunny day, assuming the Solar Panel is oriented for
good solar reception. However, due to battery ship-
ping regulations, the Data Gateway ships with approxi-
mately 30% battery charge. It will need at least one full
sun day for the battery level indication to sync with the
actual battery level (full charge).
3 Verication
3.1 VerifyStatusLights
The table below gives the meaning of colors and ashes
on the status LED indicator.
It will turn on its GPS receiver to acquire time and location
after you plug it into the solar panel. A short cyan blink
every two seconds indicates GPS is on.

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The Data Gateway does not seem to be powered and/
or running.
The Data Gateway sleeps most of the time to achieve
a long battery life. It will transmit data to the cloud via
cellular connection every 15 minutes. The Data Gate-
way is designed to detect a double tap - two taps, one
immediately following the other. This will wake up the
device if it is asleep. A white ash of the status indica-
tor signals a double tap detection. If the Data Gateway
is sleeping, you can use this double tap to verify that
it’s powered and running.
Status Light
Color
Flash Timing Meaning
Green 0.1s ash every
2s
Battery good
Yellow 0.1s ash every
2s
Battery low
Cyan 0.1s ash every
2s
GPS enabled
White Once Double tap detect-
ed
Magen-
ta-Green
Once Radio packet
received and sent
acknowledge
Green On Attempting to con-
nect to a cellular
tower
Green 0.5s ash every
1s
Cellular connection
made, transferring
data
RBGRBG Rapid and re-
peating
Bootloader run-
ning
RYGY Rapid and re-
peating
Booting rmware
3.2 VerifyCellularRSSILights
The table gives the meaning of colors and ashes on the
Cellular RSSI LED indicator.
The Data Gateway Cellular LED indicator stays red
while connecting to cellular. It should be relocated if
this indicator is red and maybe even yellow as that is a
poor signal.
The Data Gateway Cellular LED indicator is green,
cyan, or white as those are okay to excellent, respec-
tively.
3.3 VerifyCellularRSSILights(Continued)
The Data Gateway will also initiate a cellular Verify the
timestamp is showing the current connection and send a
series of packets to verify functionality. Solid green indi-
cates it is connecting to a cell tower. 50% blinking green
indicates it is communicating over cellular.
Immediately after booting, the Data Gateway will start lis-
tening for packets from end devices that are within range.
Several status LED indications can go on at the same
time.
3.4 VerifyTimestamp
It’s important to verify the Data Gateway is reporting to the
RealmFive app before leaving the eld.
Once the Data Gateway completes the cellular connection,
the Data Gateway’s app web page should show new data
from the device.
Verify the timestamp is showing the current date on battery
charge, RSSI, and transmission delay on device dashboard.
3.5 VerifySignalStrength
The signal strength number is the RSSI of the cellular
connection. If the RSSI is less than - 115, consider moving
the Data Gateway installation higher or closer to a cell
tower. On a pivot, the signal strength will vary as the pivot
rotates. Before you leave the installation site, check this to
avoid poor signal strength.
4 Support
4.1 SupportContact
Contact customer support with issues by reaching us at
E-mail: support@realmve.com
Phone: [phone]
Slack: Company specic channel provided to you after
purchasing thce Data Gateway.
4.2 Part Numbers
Product   PartNumber
Data Gateway, Verizon LTE 100-00526
Data Gateway, GSM 3G 100-00534

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