ZEPIRO D2O RG1 User manual

D2O®RG1
Quick Start Guide
Version 1.0
May 2021
© Zepiro
WELCOME TO YOUR D2O RG1
This Quick Start Guide will show you the basics of
installing and operating your Rain Gauge Zepiro D2O.
Operation
INSTALL SOFTWARE
1.
Powered &
Connected
Device
Download & Install
Serial Terminal
Software Application
QR Code to Recommended
Software: Tera Term
Ensure your D2O is connected to the external device.
Open the Serial Terminal soware application on your
Computer.
1.
2.
4-Pin M12 to
USB-A
TO
COMPUTER
TO
DEVICE
CONNECT TO COMPUTER
2.
Unscrew Dust Cap and store safely.
Connect 4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable (sold separately).
PROGRAM & COMMISSION
3.
ENTER NORMAL OPERATION
4.
Disconnect the 4-Pin M12 to USB-A cable and store for
future use. Replace the Dust Cap on the D2O. Ensure the
device is secure and powered on before leaving.
This Quick Start guide does not
replace the full product manual which
should be consulted for detailed
instructions.
PRODUCT MANUAL
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PROPERTY VALUE
Bit Rate (Speed) 115,200 b/s
Data bits (Size) 8 bits
Parity None
Stop Bits 1
Flow Control None
Basic overview - Create a
Serial Connection in your
Serial Terminal soware.
Select the D2O’s matching
COM port and use the serial
interface parameters shown
in the table.
Once a connection is established press the Enter key
twice to wake the device (allow up to 30secs before
retrying). A Chevron > Character will appear when ready.
• Entering help will provide a list of commands.
• Device will enter sleep aer a short timeout, signalled
by GOODBYE message on screen.
• Press the Enter key twice to wake the device again.
Refer to the Product Manual for full details and help.
OPERATION - EXTRA ITEMS NEEDED:
A Computer with a Serial Terminal
software application and USB Port
Zepiro 4-Pin M12 to USB-A Cable (sold separately)
Power must be
enabled before
leaving, using the
command:
sys -p ON
INSTALLATION - EXTRA ITEMS NEEDED:
Mounting Post Solution (see Installation Step 3)
2.5mm Allen Key/Hex Drive
2.0mm Allen Key/Hex Drive

Installation
SITE SELECTION
1.
D2O
90°
60°
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Antenna
Antenna
Base
Tighten Grub
Screw
2mm
INSTALL THE D2O ANTENNA
2.
Screw the Antenna to the Antenna Base and secure by
fastening the Grub Screw.
*NPS DN 25mm / 1”
AS/NZS1163 | ASTM 153M
>26mm
INTERNAL DIA.
30mm to 34.5mm
OUTSIDE DIA.
PREPARE MOUNTING POST
3.
1.
2.
3.
2.5mm
Tighten
Grub Screw
MOUNT THE D2O
4.
Connect and secure the Interface Cable, place the D2O
onto the Mounting Post and secure using the Grub Screw
to prevent rotation or easy removal - do not over-tighten.
CONNECT INTERFACE CABLE
5.
Connect the Interface Cable to the pulse type tipping
bucket rain gauge. Terminate PIN 6 with PIN 3 at the
rain gauge device’s GND terminal.
D2O Already Programmed
& Commissioned?
TO
COMPUTER
sys -p ON
Enable Power
in Serial Terminal
using command:
INSTALLATION COMPLETE
6.
If already commissioned - Power on the D2O Unit before
leaving. Ensure installation is secure. Optional - Grub
Screw heads can be epoxy filled for tamper evidence.
Ensure a clear view of the sky in all directions. Place
above ground (1-2m), away from obstructing objects and
>2m from strong magnetics or sources of electrical noise.
Prepare and install an appropriately sized metal
Mounting Post solution and break sharp edges. Feed
through the Interface Cable. *Recommended Pipe(Fence Post).
P1 White Not Used
P2 Brown Not Used
P3 Green Signal GND
P4 Yellow Not Used
P5 Purple Not Used
P6 Pink Wire Fault - Terminate with PIN 3
P7 Blue Pulse Input
P8 Red Not Used