MadgeTech RFOT Wireless Meat Temperature Data Logger - Manual (Page 19)

RFOT Product User Guide
Mounting Instructions for the RFC1000 & RFC1000-IP69K
For best performance, both the RFOT and the RFC1000 should be mounted in the
same orientation. As it is recommended that the RFOT be mounted in an upright
position, the RFC1000 external antenna should be pointing straight up. The
antenna on the RFC1000 can also pivot to accommodate a wall mount or a desk
mount. If the user has multiple RFC1000s, the antennas will perform best when
they are all pointing in the same direction. The antennas on the RFC1000s should
also be at least 1.5 inches away from any metal.
Mounting Instructions for the RFOT
For best performance, the RFOT should always be
hung by the hook in an upright position. This will
allow for the best path for the wireless signal.
Self Healing Network
There is very little programming required by the user when RFOTs and RFC1000s are installed. Once installed, if an RFOT were to lose
communication with an RFC1000, the data logger will automatically “search” the network for another available RFC1000. If multiple
RFC1000s are available, the RFOT will automatically select the RFC1000 with the strongest signal.
Line-of-Sight & Transmission Distance
Typical transmission distance from an RFC1000 to another RFC1000 is as follows:
• 4,000 feet maximum outdoors – line-of-sight unobstructed
• 1,000 feet maximum indoors – line-of-sight unobstructed
Typical transmission distance from an RFC1000 to an RFOT data logger is as follows:
• 2,000 feet maximum outdoors – Line-of-sight unobstructed
• 500 feet maximum indoors – Line-of-sight unobstructed
Obstacles
Any obstacles will decrease the line-of-sight from an RFC1000 to another RFC1000 as well as the line-of-sight from an RFC1000 to an
RFOT. Obstacles that interfere with or decrease the wireless signal could include but are not limited to smokehouse doors, freezer or
refrigerator doors, building structures such as walls and metal beams and internal traffic such as forklifts and metal racks or carts. An
additional number or RFC1000s can be placed near the obstacles to greatly help lengthen and strengthen the wireless signal.
Number of Data Loggers per RFC1000
Each RFC1000 has the capability to communicate with 64 RFOT data loggers. If more than 64 data loggers will be installed within the
network it is recommended that multiple RFC1000s also be utilized.
Deflection
When a wireless signal “hits” an object such as a metal wall, the wireless signal will not just stop but rather it could turn a corner, bend
or slow down. When installing the RFC1000s obstacles and possible deflection should also be considered.
Wireless Network Information
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