Cello Quick Start User Guide.pdf

Cello Quick Start User Guide

Document Ref: UM589018 Issue 1


Technolog Limited, Ravenstor Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire DE4 4FY Tel: +44 (0)1629 823611 Fax: +44 (0)1629 824283

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Document Ref: UM589018 Issue 1 2

Contents Page Introduction..............................................................................................4 - About this guide - Cello - PMAC

STEP 1 – Setup Host GSM Modem.........................................................5

- USB – Logger Cable........................................................6

STEP 2 - SIM card testing .....................................................................8 STEP 3 – Install PMAC Software ............................................................9 - PMAC Set up Procedure .................................................10 STEP 4 – Install PMAC USB Dongle.......................................................13

STEP 5 - Mobile PMAC SMS ...................................................................14

STEP 6 – Install Cello SIM Card..............................................................15 - Sealing the Cello Unit......................................................17 STEP 7 – Setting up Cello for local communication.............................18 STEP 8 - Setting Cello SIM for Unlimited Message Transmission ......19 STEP 9 – Associate PMAC Plus with Host GSM modem ....................21 STEP 10 – Setting up the Cello when using PMAC / PMAC Lite..........25

- Configuring the Cello ....................................................26 - Setup Notepad / Live inputs ...........................................27



Contents Continued…

- Setup Channels ...............................................................28 - Dialout Settings / Alarm Editor .....................................29 - Cello Dial-out & Advanced Settings...............................30 - Event Log ........................................................................31 - General Settings / Recording data.................................32 - Cello Diagnostics ..........................................................33

Shaded sections found in this guide are used to identify OPTIONAL settings and features.



INTRODUCTION About this Guide:

Cello Quick Start User Guide is intended as condensed summary document based on the PMAC Plus installation and operating manual. This should allow the user to follow step by step instruction for first time installation, set up and commissioning of Cello.

Cello:

Technolog’s Cello product range is a market leader in SMS/GPRS solutions for data logging and smart metering in water, gas and energy. Cellos are used to collect network and meter data, and facilitate reduced operating costs and enhanced efficiency through interactive management of utility networks. Cello products are approved by “The Carbon Trust” and are in operation across thousands of sites around the world. Bespoke Cello devices are available, such as a waterproof Cello, a low cost intrinsically safe Cello for use in explosive environments, and a Cello modem compatible with most electricity meters.

PMAC:

Designed for use with Technolog's comprehensive range of data logging equipment, PMAC Plus is Designed for use with Technolog's comprehensive range of data logging equipment, PMAC is compatible with Microsoft Windows '95, '98, NT, 2000, XP and Vista.

PMAC combines retrieved site data with existing information to provide continuous data.



STEP 1 - SETUP HOST GSM MODEM Because not all host modems are created equal or offer the same features, the following is a general setup guide only. Basic setup requirements: - A valid SIM card - Free compatible COM serial port - PC operating system As a minimum, it will be necessary to connect the following interfaces / Accessories to operate the modem properly: - Dual band GSM antenna - GSM Modem PSU - RS232 Serial Cable Connect the 9-pin Sub D-female serial cable to the GSM Modem on COM1 or COM2 on your PC (or to another free serial interface port), as shown.

Connect the host modem to mains power supply via the PSU.



(Optional) USB – RS232 / PC to Logger Cable

When a direct RS232 port is not available, a USB conversion cable can be utilised to facilitate PC- Logger / Modem communication.

Driver Installation - Driver files supplied are specific to adaptors provided by Technolog Ltd - Using the Technolog Utility Disk provided, select the folder USB – RS232 Cable.

- Open the Driver folder. - Choose the corresponding operating system you are using eg. Windows XP

- Run Setup.exe



- The welcome screen will prompt you to click [Next] and guide you through the

installation process.

- When the following screen appears, click [Finish] - When the installation is complete, connect the converter to a free USB port on the computer.



STEP 2 - SIM CARD TESTING

Now that the Modem hardware has been correctly connected to the Host PC it will require a SIM Card to be installed in order to communicate (both send and receive messages) from PMAC Plus (Host software) to Cello units. What is required: - A valid SIM card - PIN unlocked / removed - The SIM telephone number. - Sufficient Credit (top-up or contract) on the SIM Card Q: How can I check my SIM card ? A: Use your mobile phone.

- Insert the modem SIM card and turn on your phone. - The SIM should not ask for a PIN code. If it does this will

need to be removed. - The SIM should be able to obtain available network

provided adequate reception coverage. - Using the SIM, send a text message to another mobile

number. This will provide the origin phone number and confirm the SIM is active and working properly.

- Ensure that any text messages from this stage are removed from the SIM.

Install the SIM card into your host GSM modem:

- Ensure the modem is not powered up when installing the SIM card.

- Take care to keep the golden contact area

clean and free of damage.

- The bevelled corner should correspond with the correct installation position within the modem.



STEP 3 - INSTALL PMAC SOFTWARE Introduction: PMAC Software is designed for use with Technolog’s full range of data logging equipment

The Software package can perform the following tasks:

- local communications to enable the setting up and downloading of

Technolog Data loggers. - This data can then be viewed graphically or as values, exported to a

spreadsheet, summarized and calculated upon. - Graphs and values can be printed on any Windows compatible printer or

plotter. - It is fully compatible with Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME, NT4 and

XP

Minimum System Requirements:

OS: Windows 95 or above CPU: Pentium 166 RAM: 64MB HDD: 1GB Windows compatible Mouse 1 free Serial communications port

Items Required for Installation:

- This Manual - A software protection device called a dongle. This is a USB stick designed

to be permanently installed in a vacant USB port, allowing the PMAC software to operate correctly.

- USB Dongle driver. (File supplied on PMAC Plus setup or utility disk) - A PMAC Plus Setup disk.



PMAC Setup Procedure

Before installing PMAC software, ensure the PC is set to full (local) administrator with access to the PC registry. - Open the PMAC Plus folder located on the Technolog Utilities Disk or dedicated

PMAC Plus installation disk. - Open folder named Disk 1 - Select the file called Setup.exe

1. Select Language [English] Select Ok to continue

2. Installation Wizard will begin: Select [Next] to continue



3. Choose the Protocols to be installed: 4. Select Control Type:

- At least one checkbox must be selected. - Select Water pressure Control - Select All 3 protocols - Select [Next] to continue.

5. Choose location to install PMAC: 6. File Installation:

- The [Browse] button allows you to select - PMAC will install the required files an alternative destination. - When 100% complete a second

- Select [Next] to continue. Window will appear. - Select [Yes], then [OK] to the PC to restart.



7. System Reboot: Setup PMAC Database

- When the PC has restarted it will request the location for PMAC to allocate site database files - Select [OK] to continue.

8. Installation of PMAC software is now Complete

- Select [Finish] to close this window.



STEP 4 - INSTALL PMAC USB Dongle

Note: The dongle is a software protection device and PMAC Plus will not operate without it.

1. Insert Technolog Utility Disk 4. The driver wizard will guide you through 2. Open folder named Dongle driver the installation. 3. Select file Dk2wn32.exe 5. Use the [Next] button to continue with

the install

Select Type: Host Configuration: Setup Complete: 6. Select the type of installation depending 8. Setup has finished installing the USB

how the USB dongle is used. Dongle drivers. 7. “This machine” is the standard setup for 9. Click [Finish] to close the window. a host PC

10. Close & Restart Windows 11. Insert Deskey USB Dongle 12. PMAC Dongle & Driver setup is now

complete.



STEP 5 - MOBILE PMAC SMS

The ‘Allow user SMS.reg’ file enables PMAC software to send & receive text message commands and notifications to a mobile phone.

- Insert Technolog Utility Disk - Open folder named Allow User SMS - Select file “Allow User SMS.reg”

- A registry editor window will appear asking you to confirm this action. - Select [Yes] to allow this file to be added into the registry.



STEP 6 - INSTALL CELLO SIM CARD

1) Please observe the same procedure as previously covered regarding pre-installation and SIM card testing on page 6.

2) To prevent dirt or moisture entering the enclosure, opening the unit should be

performed in a clean and dry environment. 3) Using the Cello security bit + driver, undo the 4 lid retaining screws.

4) Slowly lift the lid, taking care not to stress the antenna cable which connects the lid to the main cello body.



5) Press down on the yellow SIM card release to raise the card holder.

6) Insert SIM card into the card holder. SIM Card

SIM Card Holder

7) Carefully replace the holder + SIM into the Cello



Sealing the Cello Unit / reassembly procedure

1) Replace the silica gel bag in a position that will not interfere with any O-ring seal

around the outer edge of the enclosure.

2) Lightly grease all the O-rings with the correct compound ensuring there is no debris or contamination that could affect the seal.

3) Align the base and lid correctly.

4) Invert the complete unit so that the lid is against a flat level surface.

5) Apply downward pressure to create an even seal.

6) Ensure that the O-ring seal and battery wires do not become trapped or damaged.

7) Refit and tighten the 4 security screws so that they all apply even pressure until tight.

8) Inspect the seal for any gaps which may cause water ingress.



STEP 7 - SETTING UP CELLO FOR LOCAL COMMUNICATION.

This enables configuration of data loggers / diagnosis and data retrieval using local communications and provides access to the PMAC Communication Settings window.

- Using the PC- Logger cable, connect to an available COM port on your PC. - If an RS232 port is not present, use the USB – RS232 adaptor cable as previously

covered in this setup manual on page 12. - Locate the Mil Spec connector onto the Comms port of the Cello.



STEP 8 - SET CELLO SIM FOR UNLIMITED MESSAGE TRANSMISSION

Cello Unlimited is a software tool designed for initially setting a non-UK Cello SIM card and allows transmission of an unlimited number of messages. Once the Sim Card has been set up, it can be used in any Cello. - Open the Technolog Utilities disk - Select the Cello Unlimited folder

- Extract the following files - CelloUnlimited.exe ( to C:\ ) - CelloUnlimited.bat (to windows desktop) - Connect the Cello unit (containing SIM card) to COM port 1 of the PC. - Run CelloUnlimited.bat - If everything is working correctly, you will see the following message displayed.

- Should you require the “batch file” to open using a different COM port, please contact Technolog Ltd for assistance.



- Press any key to continue. - A Command will be written to the SIM card, allowing unlimited messages to be

transmitted.

- The SIM card is now set up and can be used in any Cello.



STEP 9 - ASSOCIATE PMAC PLUS WITH HOST GSM MODEM

- Open PMAC by selecting the shortcut installed on your desktop. - Alternatively, select the following from the Windows start menu.

- [Start] - [Programs] – [PMAC] - PMAC Plus Icon.

- In the PMAC window, select the Utils menu

- From the drop-down menu that appears, select Local Comms.

- Local Comms (System Manager) window will open.

- Select [Setup Comms]



- PMAC Communication Settings window will open. - On the [Devices] tab, select “Cello Modems”

from the displayed devices.

- Click on the [Add] Button.

- Select “Cello Modem” from the device type.

- Click [Next] to continue.

- Select the COM port that is currently connected

to the host GSM modem installed on your PC.

- Click [Next] to continue.

- Select the modem Falcom A2D

- Click [Next] to continue



- Select the Baud Rate from the drop-down

menu. - Select type (GSM modem) - Click [Next] to continue.

- Assign the modem to a dial out group

This should remain default (Cello modems) where possible.


- Enter a unique device name to identify the modem within PMAC


- When the modem has been successfully added to PMAC click [Finish]



- The host modem can be found in PMAC Communications Settings.

- Highlight the modem and select the [Properties] tab

- PMAC Modem settings can be viewed / or changed in this window

- Enter the telephone number (including international dialing code) of the SIM that is being used inside the host modem.

- Confirm the correct COM port is allocated to the modem.

- When all the modem settings and telephone number present click [OK] to close the settings window.

- To verify that the modem has been setup correctly, Double-click on the “PMAC Comms” window located in the toolbar.

- This window should indicate “Scanning for Cello data”



STEP 10 - SETTING UP THE CELLO WHEN USING PMAC / PMAC LITE

There are two versions of PMAC software – PMAC Plus and PMAC Lite: both can be used to communicate with Cello, download and view data. Both versions share many similarities so that the user can navigate Cello setup in the same way.

CELLO SETUP MENU

- This menu is the primary setup window allowing

the user to change many of the cello parameters during local communication & commissioning.

- Within this menu it is possible to start & stop the logger, edit the notepad settings and values, logging rate and dial-out times. Other key features include changing advanced dial-out settings, reconfiguring the unit for other applications and testing real-time Live Inputs from instrumentation that is connected to the Cello unit.



Shaded sections are optional settings and features

Configuring the Cello (Config Files)

• From the main Cello setup menu, Select the [Configure Logger] option.

• The following screen will prompt the user to select a .CFG file

• The config file is created by Technolog to enable specific features & channels depending on the logger application and customer requirements.

• File comments located in the lower half of this screen displays the application of each file selected

• Select [Open]

• PMAC will load the new Config file into the Cello. • Select [Close] when configuration is complete.



1. SETUP NOTEPAD This function allows you to edit all the logger's Notepad fields e.g. Site Name, Site ID, PMAC ID, Channel Name etc. Click on the field you wish to edit then change its details as required in the Field Editor and clicking on [Save]. When all required changes have been made, click on [Write Notepad] to update the logger's memory. Clicking [Cancel] at any time will close the window and will not make any changes to the logger.

PMAC ID: All sites fitted with a logger should be given a unique PMAC ID and Site Name.

2. SETUP LIVE INPUTS It is important to confirm that the inputs are functioning and reading the correct value before the logger is installed and recording. The "Setup Live Input" window is an excellent way of checking the installation wiring prior to setting the unit logging.

- Connected active inputs should also be displayed in the [Current value]

- [Prev. channel] / [Next channel] allow the user to select each input and navigate between channels. - Pressure channel(s) should usually read 0m

before the pressure transducers are connected to a pressure circuit.



- Use [set Input] to alter the base value

- [Zero Input] will remove any offset value.

- [Write Changes] will save the new value

“Current Value” will display live input readings.

- Connecting the pressure hose or pulsed input cable will display a live reading for each active channel.

3. SETUP CHANNELS - “Logger Timebase” is set to 15 minute

intervals by default. - The “Channel Rate” allows the user to set

each channel logging rate independently if required.

- To store changes, select [save] then [update logger] before exiting.



4. DIALOUT SETTINGS i) Alarm Configuration: Each channel (provided it is configured for use) can be Selected and allocated with high / low alarm parameters.

If enabled, the [advanced settings] tab will become active and allow the user to specify how the data is managed if the threshold is crossed.

Advanced Alarm Settings: This settings window governs data sent when an alarm is triggered. Alarm notifications can be sent independently or in conjunction with latest logged data.



ii) Dial-out Number

- Enter the telephone number belonging to the SIM card used inside the host GSM modem.

SETUP & ENABLE REGULAR WAKE-UP TIME

- Selecting this Check-box also enables the [Advanced Settings] tab

iii) Set / Check Advanced Dial Out Settings:

Typical default settings are shown in the highlighted section

- Send data: settings will dictate the intervals / regularity of data transmission between the logger and host modem.

- Check for messages: settings instruct the logger when it should check for incoming setting changes from PMAC.

iv) Set Dial-Out Communications Mode:

Typical default settings are shown in the highlighted area

- Instructs the logger to use either DataCall (GPRS) or SMS (text messages) when transmitting data to the host modem / PMAC.

- This can also be set to send additional information such as index values and error log entries stored by the Cello.

- When the relevant settings have been selected, Click the [Close] tab to exit this screen.



v) Save Settings

Select the [Update List] tab and then click [Update Logger] tab to save any setting changes before exiting this window.

5. Event Log

- Open the [View Event Log] Tab

- Select [Clear Log] to remove any old error log messages that have been

stored in the logger. - [Close] this window when finished.



6. General Settings: [Sync time to pc] is used to match The displayed logger time with the User PC time. Take care to check that the PC time is correct. [Timebase] can alter the intervals in wich the logger wakes up, this is usually set to 15 minutes. [Store Mode] must be set to “Rotating Store” [Update Logger] will save any changes you have made to the settings in this menu.

Start Cello Recording

Once the logger has been correctly set up and installed, select [Start Logger] The logger will now begin recording data. [Close] the window and return to the main cello setup window.



7. Cello Diagnostics - Open the Cello Diagnostics menu and select the [Watch GSM Comms] button. - You should see activity approximately 1 minute after starting the logger .

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