In-Situ Aquaculture Buoy Manual (purchased before 28 May 2013) - Manual (Page 13)

Buoy Transceiver 13
Chapter 4 Buoy Transceiver
4.1 OVERVIEW
The transceiver consists of:
• A microprocessor that is programmed to take sensor readings at
given intervals
• A radio module that transmits the sensor readings to the host PC
• A desiccant pack (PN 0063100)
In between the readings, the radio module operates in sleep mode,
enabling the buoy to operate with lower power consumption.
4.2 ADDRESSING
Each transceiver has a different address that identifies the buoy when
communicating with the host PC.
If your transceiver arrives with a large number on the outside of the
box, your buoy has already been addressed with the number on the
transceiver. You will not need to change anything. If a buoy does not
arrive pre-addressed or is moved to a different pond, the address will
need to be updated.
4.2.1 Changing Buoy Addresses
Note: If you change the
buoy address after
powering the system, you
will need to disconnect and
reconnect power for the
address change to take
effect. A switch module on the transceiver board sets the buoy address. The
switch has the following characteristics:
• It is a binary switch
• The address is the sum of the values of the binary switches that are
in the “on” position
To access the switch, use a screwdriver to remove the transceiver box
lid.