Campbell Scientific AL200 ALERT2 Encoder, Modulator, and Sensor Interface - Manual (Page 10)

AL200 ALERT2 Encoder, Modulator, and Sensor Interface
3. Under Device Type, select AL200.
4. Click the browse button next to Communication Port and select the port
associated with the AL200.
5. Click OK.
6. Click Connect.
7. Specify the settings on each tab as described below.
• Main
Set the Operation Mode to ALERT2 on CS I/O, ALERT
Concentration on RS-232.
• ComPort
Leave all settings as defaults.
• ALERT2
Configure settings to match your ALERT2 network.
• Radio Settings
Default settings will work for Campbell Scientific’s RF320 series
radios. (Campbell Scientific’s RF320 series uses the Ritron DTX-L
series.) For other radios, check with the manufacturer for necessary
radio settings.
• GPS Settings
Leave all settings as defaults.
• Sensor Input Settings
Leave all settings as defaults.
5. Overview
The AL200 ALERT2 Encoder, Modulator, and Sensor Interface is designed for
use in radio networks using the ALERT2 protocol. The AL200 can be
configured to operate as a stand-alone device or as a datalogger peripheral. In
stand-alone mode, the AL200 will measure sensors, perform calculations, and
if appropriate, transmit the data during a designated time slot. In datalogger
peripheral mode, the AL200 will receive data from a datalogger, such as the
CR800 or CR1000, or other device and transmit this data during a designated
time slot. In both modes, the AL200 will receive ALERT data on one of the
serial ports, then concentrate and retransmit the data via the ALERT2 protocol.
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