Honeywell CNI2 Operating And Installation Manual

Honeywell CNI2 Operating And Installation Manual

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Cellular Network Interface – 2
(CNI2)
Operating and Installation Guide
Version: 1.01
Issued: May 3, 2010
--Preliminary -- Not Released -- Preliminary -- Not Released -- Preliminary --
Copyright © 2010 Honeywell | Mercury Instruments, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.

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  • Page 1 Cellular Network Interface – 2 (CNI2) Operating and Installation Guide Version: 1.01 Issued: May 3, 2010 --Preliminary -- Not Released -- Preliminary -- Not Released -- Preliminary -- Copyright © 2010 Honeywell | Mercury Instruments, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Contents REVISION HISTORY ........................10 TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS ..................11 SYMBOLS AND ICONS......................12 IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION .................14 CNI2 OVERVIEW ........................15 CNI2 FEATURES ........................15 CERTIFICATIONS ........................15 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLIES....................16 INSTRUMENT MOUNTING OPTIONS....................16 WALL MOUNTING ..........................16 METER INDEX BASE........................17 VERTICAL PIPE MOUNTING ......................
  • Page 3 PROGRAMMING INFORMATION ....................56 ® STARTING THE MP32 CONFIGURATION PROGRAM..............57 CONFIGURING THE PROGRAMMING PORT................... 58 STARTING THE CNI2 PROGRAMMING APPLICATION..............59 MAIN SCREEN..........................60 Saving and Retrieving Configurations .................... 60 Remote Unit ID (RUID) ......................... 60 Primary Destination........................60 Originate Calls ..........................61 Allow Connection Requests ......................
  • Page 4 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Disconnect on DTR Low ........................ 82 CELLULAR SETTINGS SCREEN ...................... 83 CDMA Service (Aeris, Verizon, Sprint) ................... 83 CDMA Packet (Internet) Service....................83 CDMA Circuit Switched Data (CSD) Service................83 Over-the-Air-Activation (OTAA) ....................84 OTAA Programming Number ..................... 85 Packet Service Connection Command ..................
  • Page 5 DEFINING THE CNI2 – AUTOMATIC MODE................. 135 STARTING DC-2009 ........................135 OBTAINING THE CNI2’S CELLULAR PHONE NUMBER..............135 OBTAINING THE CNI2’S HARDWARE STATUS AND CELLULAR INFORMATION ......136 MAINTENANCE ........................142 BATTERY REPLACEMENT......................142 CLEANING AND CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY LIST ............... 142 MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST ......................
  • Page 6 Mounting Direction........................151 Humidity Range ........................... 151 Cable Glands..........................151 Weight of CNI2 with Wall Mount Option: (w/o batteries)............... 151 Weight of CNI2 with Meter Mount Option: (w/o batteries)............. 151 Battery Pack Shipping Weight...................... 151 ELECTRICAL - POWER ........................153 Battery Voltage: (without load applied) ..................
  • Page 7 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide TB2 Connector Type (all other signals) ..................158 FUNCTIONAL..........................159 Modes of Operation ........................159 Cellular Network Communications Options (varies with model)............. 159 Paging Mechanisms........................159 Status Indicators .......................... 159 Firmware and Configuration Programming ................... 159 CELLULAR RADIO AND ANTENNA INFORMATION...............
  • Page 8 CNI2 with single RS-232 connection to external instrument ............28 CNI2 with multiplexer board to support two serial data links............28 CNI2 with conversion board to interface to RS-485 capable instrument ........28 Configuration using both RS-232 & RS-485 options..............29 Index Base with Magnetic Switches ..................30 Pulse Output Board........................31...
  • Page 9 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Serial and USB Programming Cables ..................56 ® MP32 Login Screen.........................57 ® MP32 Device Selection Screen ....................57 Programming Port Configuration Screen...................58 CNI2 Main Configuration Screen....................59 Standard Alarm Descriptions.....................63 Configuration of an Alarm Input....................64 Configuration of a “Special Purpose” Input................66 Configuration of a Pulse Counting Input ..................67...
  • Page 10 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Hardware Alarm Configuration Screen ..................131 Viewing the Cellular and Hardware Status ................136 Cellular and Hardware Status Screen ..................137 Starting the Call Diagnostic Dump Utility .................138 Using the Call Diagnostic Dump Utility ..................139 Status and Cellular Information on the Call Dump Screen............139 Cellular Information Fields.......................140...
  • Page 11: Revision History

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide REVISION HISTORY Version 1.00 April 23, 2010 Initial release of draft document. Version 1.01 May 3, 2010 Redefined section breaks. Redefined some text styles to allow automatic inclusion into the table of contents. Added figure titles to all illustrations and added a list of figures after the table of contents.
  • Page 12: Trademarks And Copyrights

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS “Windows” refers to Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Windows-7 that are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ® “MV90 ” is either a registered trademark or trademark of Itron Corporation.
  • Page 13: Symbols And Icons

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide SYMBOLS AND ICONS. The following symbols may be found within the text of this document, or may be marked directly on the equipment.  Denotes an information item  Denotes a user action item ...
  • Page 14: Fcc Warning

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Warning This product contains a radio-frequency transmitter, Motorola Model g24-L, FCC ID # IHDT56HQ1, (GSM-Equipped CNI2) The combined cable loss and antenna gain must not exceed +6.8 dBi (850 band), +1.9 dBi (900 band), +7.7 dBi (1800 band) or +2.2 dBi (1900 band). Total system output must not exceed 2.0W EIRP in the 1900 band in order to comply with the...
  • Page 15: Important Battery Information

    Class-9 is a general class designation by the DOT and has specific packaging instructions. Lithium primary cells are ‘Class-9’ if they contain more than 5.0 grams of lithium. This is applicable to the lithium battery packs intended for use with the CNI2. Specific requirements are applicable to Class-9 shippers: Product handlers must be tested and certified.
  • Page 16: Cni2 Overview

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide CNI2 OVERVIEW The Honeywell CNI2 is a pulse accumulator (data logger) and serial data communications product with an integral cellular radio transceiver. Pulse signal inputs (dry contact) and alarm inputs can be supplied from an external electronic corrector or other measurement device. An index base option with both a mechanical index display and pulse switch output is available.
  • Page 17: Mechanical Assemblies

    WALL MOUNTING Where a flat wall surface is available, such as on the side of a building or shed, stainless steel “hangers” can be utilized. Illustrated below is the rear view of a CNI2, along with associated mounting dimensions. Wall Mounting Tabs and Dimensions...
  • Page 18: Meter Index Base

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Assembly sequence for the backside hangers is shown in the illustration below. The lock- washer contacts directly with the enclosure, then the hanger, the flat washer, and lastly the screw to secure. Tighten the screw until snug, but do not over-tighten.
  • Page 19: Cni2 With Universal Mounting Bracket (Umb)

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide CNI2 with Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB)
  • Page 20: Bottom View Of The Universal Mounting Bracket (Umb)

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide The bottom side of the UMB meter index is seen below, along with the ‘wriggler’ mechanism. Bottom View of the Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB) The following illustration provides reference dimensions for the base plate. Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB) Hole Pattern...
  • Page 21: Vertical Pipe Mounting

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide VERTICAL PIPE MOUNTING Another mounting option available for the CNI2 is the pipe-mount. This adaptor will accept a 2 ⅜” (2.375”) diameter galvanized pipe, and is secured in place with a pair of Allen-head set- screws.
  • Page 22: Enclosure Sealing

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ENCLOSURE SEALING Sealing of the enclosure is readily accomplished using either a conventional lock through the larger hole or a security wire seal through the smaller hole. Enclosure Sealing Options INTERNAL BATTERY POWER OPTIONS Several battery configurations are available to best serve the particular applications. Shown below is the dual-cell lithium power pack.
  • Page 23: Alkaline Battery Pack Mounting

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide A larger quad-cell lithium pack is also available for double the capacity of the dual cell type. Refer to the specifications section at the end of this manual for a comprehensive listing of battery pack options their part numbers.
  • Page 24: Disposable Alkaline Battery Pack

    Disposable Alkaline Battery Pack To avoid loss of system power to the CNI2 board during battery changes, it is recommended that the fresh batteries be connected to the available J1 or J2 connector before removal of the old battery pack.
  • Page 25: Internal Circuit Boards

    Specific details of each board or option are described in more detail later. CNI2 Board Illustrated below is the CNI2 board with the cellular radio in the center, and various connectors around the perimeter. This represents the most common model that is supplied with no accessory boards and no index base.
  • Page 26: Serial Port Multiplexer Board

    Serial Port Multiplexer Board One of the accessory board options available is the serial port multiplexer. This enables the CNI2 serial data port to access two external devices (electronic correctors for example). Two terminal blocks provide the connection point for serial data cable.
  • Page 27: Rs-485 Serial Data Converter

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide RS-485 Serial Data Converter Another accessory option available is the RS-485 conversion board. RS-485 is somewhat similar to the RS-232 standard in that it is a wired transmission line for serial data exchange. The RS-485 standard offers several advantages over RS-232 in terms of cable length distance, noise immunity, multi-node drops, etc.
  • Page 28: Serial Multiplexer & Rs-485 Boards

    RS-232 data link, and a pressure transducer that requires an RS- 485 connection. Take note however that serial data exchange can take place only on a channel at a given time. CNI2 Board with RS-485 Board and Multiplexer Board...
  • Page 29: Summary Of Serial Data Connection Scenarios

    The simple block diagrams below provide an overview of serial data connection possibilities for the CNI2. For the sake of convenience, end devices are shown here as being a ‘Mini-Max’ corrector and a ‘Pressure Transducer’. The Mini-Max has an RS-232 port and the Pressure Transducer has an RS-485 port.
  • Page 30: Configuration Using Both Rs-232 & Rs-485 Options

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Configuration using both RS-232 & RS-485 options...
  • Page 31: Cni2 Index Base

    TB4. In the unlikely event that one of the two reed switches should fail, the redundant input channel will continue to register accurate counts. The illustration below shows the CNI2 with the rotary magnet and dual reed switches. Index Base with Magnetic Switches For the sake of clarity this illustration does not show the routing of wires from the sensor switches.
  • Page 32: Pulse Output Board

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Another option is the Uncorrected Pulse Output board, as seen below. This provides an additional dry-signal pulse output that allows for connection to an external pulse counting instrument. Pulse Output Board For the sake of clarity this illustration does not show the routing of wires from the sensor switches.
  • Page 33: Rotation Gears Within The Index Base

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide A small Allen wrench tool is included with the index. Loosen the set screws on the top and bottom miter gears and swap the gear that engages. Shift the gear set upwards for meters with CW rotation and down for meters with CCW rotation.
  • Page 34: Optional Remote Pulse Transmitter

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide OPTIONAL REMOTE PULSE TRANSMITTER Some applications may not be suitable for a direct mount index on the CNI2 enclosure, due to available space or other reasons. Where this is the case, Honeywell also offers a remote pulse transmitter with mechanical index display.
  • Page 35: Antenna Options

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ANTENNA OPTIONS For the majority of site installations the most convenient and cost effect choice are CNI2’s with the internal cellular antenna as seen in the illustration below. This is a five inch length rectangular shaped circuit board (light blue color) that is mounted directly to the left inside wall of the enclosure.
  • Page 36: Bottom View With External Rf Connector

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Where cellular signal reception is problematic, due to either terrain or proximity to cellular towers, it may be necessary to utilize an external antenna instead. This option is available in the form of a bulkhead N-Fitting (jack or female) mount as seen in the illustration. An external antenna can then be elevated as required and directionally pointed to the nearest cell tower.
  • Page 37: Tamper Detect & Call Switch Options

    J9 connector. This enables a field technician to swipe a hand-held magnet wand (part no. 20- 7286) near bottom left side with in order to initiate a call. In cases where the CNI2 enclosure is sealed with a lock or wire seal, this form of call trigger is very convenient.
  • Page 38: Electrical Assemblies

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLIES CIRCUIT BOARD CONNECTORS & JUMPERS This chapter identifies the locations of important components, connection points, and jumpers on the CNI2 and accessory boards. CNI2 Circuit Board Layout...
  • Page 39: Cellular Radio Module

    Power Connectors J1 & J2 These connectors are intended for connection to power sources. Both connectors are identical in function, and allow for the hot-swap of batteries without the loss of power to the CNI2 board. J1 and J2 Power Connectors...
  • Page 40: Terminal Block Tb2

    Terminal Block TB4 Terminal block TB4 is the connection point for pulse-counting or alarm-sensing inputs. If an index base is provided with the CNI2 then this connector will be prewired at the factory. JP3 & JP6 Jumper Settings Factory default settings for JP3 and JP6 are illustrated below. Manipulation of these jumpers allows for special operating modes and test functions.
  • Page 41: Connector J4

    *** = Recommended setting Jumper Block JP6 Settings Not used (storage for spare jumper) Not used (storage for spare jumper) CNI2 wakes up on change in DTR serial *** CNI2 wakes up on change in RXD serial input line input line *** ±5.5V inverted (RS-232) RXD input on...
  • Page 42: Terminal Block Tb1

    The CNI2 can be configured to place an immediate call to the central office when this occurs, or to simply report the event on the next scheduled call. Circuit connection is intended for a “dry”...
  • Page 43: Connector J7

    (or transistor) with no drive voltage. It can also be defined as a “Special Purpose Output” which allows the CNI2 to use this line to control some internal function. This is described in more detail later in this document under the...
  • Page 44: Rs-232 Multiplexer Board

    The RS-232 multiplexer is shown below. The connector J3 is pre-wired at the factory to the CNI2 board. When the RS-485 board is not included with the assembly then both serial ports are available for connection to external devices. An example might be two ECAT electronic correctors at a field site.
  • Page 45: Wiring To The Serial Rs-232 Multiplexer Board

    RXD line and DTR input line. The multiplexer board is able to detect serial data flow on the DTR line, even when in low power mode. This then enables the CNI2 board to wake from low power mode, drive the multiplexer board, and subsequently receive serial stream data.
  • Page 46: Rs-485 Conversion Board

    If you are using half duplex operation you must select the “RS-485 Half Duplex” setting on the Serial Port Settings configuration screen. Honeywell has a document available that further details the RS-485 theory of operation and how it applies to this particular board. A Product Support Specialist can provide a copy of this document in PDF format upon request.
  • Page 47: Uncorrected Pulse Output Board

    This option provides a single Form-C dry contact switch output for connection to other devices outside of the CNI2. Counts are proportional to those recorded by the other sensor switches that wire into the CNI2. This board mounts onto the small metal plate in proximity to the rotating magnet head as seen earlier.
  • Page 48: Signal Inputs & Outputs

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide SIGNAL INPUTS & OUTPUTS There are a total of six digital signals on the CNI2 board that can be used as alarms, status inputs, pulse-counting inputs or control outputs. A later portion of this chapter provides a technical discussion about how each input is processed.
  • Page 49: Alarm / Pulse Input Terminal Block Tb4

    Or you can just momentarily short the J9 pins with a screwdriver or coin. This switch will cause the CNI2 to immediately call in to the central computer and report a “Call” or “Mag. Switch’ alarm.
  • Page 50: Pulse Counting Inputs

    (“repeater”). This allows other external equipment to have access to the same pulse or alarm information that is being processed by the CNI2. WARNING An output has strict limitations with respect to voltage and current. See the specifications section to avoid damage to the CNI2 board.
  • Page 51: Power Supply Options

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS Illustrated below is a portion of the CNI2 board. TB1 is prewired at the factory to a high density capacitor element to support peak load demands when operating the cellular radio. J1 and J2 are the power connectors for the CNI2.
  • Page 52: Ac Mains Power Configuration

    Polarity of the terminal block connection will be apparent from the opposite end wire colors in that Red is positive and Black is negative. In the event that a reverse connection is made by accident, no harm will be caused to the electronics aside from the fact that the CNI2 will not power as expected.
  • Page 53: Solar Power Configuration

    This allows the central computer to communicate directly with a device connected to the CNI2’s RS-232 serial port. Most applications for the CNI2 being used as a cellular modem will be with a Mercury corrector instrument. Other configurations are certainly possible as well, to support 3rd party instruments such as transducers, odorizers, etc.
  • Page 54: Sim Socket Connection

    Typical SIM Card If your CNI2 is equipped with a CDMA radio, then a SIM card is not required. A SIM card should not be installed into a CDMA configured CNI2. WARNING - Explosion Hazard Do not install or remove the SIM card while the circuit is live unless the area is known to be non- hazardous.
  • Page 55: Installation Of The Sim Card

    The otch on corner of SIM card faces away from the socket as illustrated above. WARNING: Never install or remove a SIM card when the CNI2 has power applied. There is some risk that the SIM card could be damaged if plugged / unplugged with power present.
  • Page 56 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide...
  • Page 57: Programming Information

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide PROGRAMMING INFORMATION Each CNI2 must be programmed with information that relates to the cellular network, the type of data collection system that will be contacted, the type of inputs to process, etc. This is done ®...
  • Page 58: Starting The Mp32 Configuration Program

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ® STARTING THE MP32 CONFIGURATION PROGRAM ® ® When the MP32 program is started a login screen appears. If the “DC-2009 ” data collection system is also running on this system then you will need to enter an authorized user name and ®...
  • Page 59: Configuring The Programming Port

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide CONFIGURING THE PROGRAMMING PORT ® MP32 needs to know which COM port to use with the programming cable. Select the “Communications Configuration” button on the device selection screen. When the USB programming cable is first plugged in, the system should detect it and load the necessary driver software.
  • Page 60: Starting The Cni2 Programming Application

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide STARTING THE CNI2 PROGRAMMING APPLICATION When the device selection screen reappears select the CNI2 button. The following screen will appear. Some fields are filled in for demonstration purposes and may be different than those you will enter.
  • Page 61: Main Screen

    ‘A, B, C, D, E, or F’. Typically if you do not specify the ID number prior to shipment then the CNI2 is shipped with an RUID that is the last six digits of the serial number located on the front label.
  • Page 62: Originate Calls

    Allow Connection Requests This setting allows the CNI2 to act as an Internet “server”, allowing it to be contacted via the Internet. When this box is checked the Server Mode configuration screen is used to define specific server features.
  • Page 63: Firmware Version

    The data collection system (DC-2009 or MV90 ) must also be configured with the same interval size; otherwise the calls from the CNI2 will be rejected. Although the CNI2 can accept ® ® up to six channels of pulse information, DC-2009 or MV90 can only accept four.
  • Page 64: Input / Output Configuration

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide INPUT / OUTPUT CONFIGURATION The CNI2 has six (6) digital lines that can serve as alarm sensing or pulse-counting inputs, or as outputs. Four of the lines are available on four 2-pin MTA connectors J7, J9, J11 and J12, as shown earlier.
  • Page 65: Configuration Of An Alarm Input

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Any description can be changed in the data collection system. For instance if Line#10 is used for something other than the TAMPER switch it will still be reported to the data collection system as a TAMPER alarm. But you can change the alarm description at the central office to something like “Pump Failure”...
  • Page 66: Special Purpose" Input Parameters

    CNI2 into a low-power conservation mode until the alarm event is over. During this time some features may not be available. For instance if the CNI2 is configured to respond to SMS pages, which requires that the radio be powered up and running all the time, this mode will be temporarily suspended and the radio will be powered down until the primary power has been restored.
  • Page 67: Configuration Of A "Special Purpose" Input

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Configuration of a “Special Purpose” Input...
  • Page 68: Pulse-Counting Input Parameters

    The “Scaling Factor” is not currently supported. The CNI2 has the capacity to save a total of 30,000 pulse-counting records before it starts to overwrite the oldest records. These are divided equally between all active pulse-counting channels. If only one channel is used for pulse-counting then all 30,000 records will be used for that channel.
  • Page 69 ) must know how many pulse-counting channels are activated. The minimum is 1 and the maximum is 4. When the data collection system receives the pulse records from the CNI2 it expects them to be in a specific order starting with the 1 input and ending with the last.
  • Page 70: Output Parameters

    When a line is programmed as an alarm or pulse-counting input its state can be replicated on any one of the output lines, within the frequency limits of the CNI2. This allows other pulse- counting or alarm-sensing equipment to have access to the same information. For instance the CNI2 may be counting pulses and there may be another piece of equipment located nearby that needs to count these pulses too.
  • Page 71: Special Purpose" Output

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide “Special Purpose” Output The CNI2 will use a “special purpose” output to control some operation within the unit assembly, such as turning a power supply on or off. At this time the “Special Purpose” output only applies to Line-12, which is the J7 connector.
  • Page 72: Options Screen

    Options Screen Applications Selection The CNI2 has several modes of operation. It can serve as a data logger for pulse-counting and alarm sensing applications, a transparent modem to allow the host system to communicate with an external piece of equipment, or as a short-message-service (SMS) modem.
  • Page 73: Metretek Invisiconnect

    When you use your personal computer to access a website your PC is the client and the website is the server. A client cannot be contacted directly via the Internet. In many cases the CNI2 acts as a client only. However the CNI2 can be “paged”. The page then causes the CNI2 to call back immediately to the central office.
  • Page 74: Transparent Modem

    SMTP server. The SMS Modem is a special configuration of a CNI2. Its sole purpose is to allow the central computer to send mobile-to-mobile SMS messages via the cellular network without interfering with existing Internet connections or requiring an email server connection.
  • Page 75: When Answering If No Port Select

    Serial Port Configuration screen), then the “Route To” port will be selected and the CNI2 will return the following response: <cr><lf> INVALID PORT NUMBER OR PORT IS NOT ENABLED<cr><lf> If the +-+PA command is not received within the specified time frame then the CNI2 will select a port based on the “Route To” setting.
  • Page 76: Low Battery Alarm

    Even if the “immediate call” box is checked the data collection system (DC-2009 or MV90 has the ability to override it. The CNI2 will record the time of the day that the alarm event occurred and this time will be reported to the central office. Queue Size The CNI2 can count electrical pulses from up to siz sources although the data collection system ®...
  • Page 77: Queue Full Alarm

    Rather the CNI2 briefly inspects (“samples”) the condition of the lines one or more times each second. You can configure the CNI2 to take as few as one sample per second or as many as 50 samples per second. The 12 possible input/output lines are divided into two groups, each with its own sampling rate.
  • Page 78: Serial Port Configuration Screen

    Each serial port must be assigned a unique Port Select ID number. The format follows that of the Primary RUID discussed earlier. Serial Port-1 is the physical port TB2 on the CNI2 board and is automatically set to the Primary RUID. Its Port Select ID is grayed out and cannot be changed.
  • Page 79: Flow Control

    Hardware handshaking uses additional signals on the hardware interface to stop and start the flow of data from the serial device. On the CNI2’s terminal block is an output signal called DSR. This signal would normally be connected to the “CTS” (clear-to-send) input line on the serial device.
  • Page 80: Software Handshaking

    Xon/Xoff handshaking (also called “software handshaking”) uses two ASCII characters to stop and start the flow. The CNI2 will send an “Xoff” (19 decimal or 13 hex) to the serial device to stop the transmission, and an “Xon” (17 decimal or 11 hex) to resume transmission. Once an Xoff character is sent the serial device should halt its transmission.
  • Page 81: Always Send Connect Message

    The CNI2 can also place a call on its own in response to an alarm condition or some other event. In these situations the CNI2 would not normally send a “CONNECT” message to the serial device.
  • Page 82: Connect On Dtr High

    Some serial devices may indicate a desire to place a call by simply activating a control line. On the CNI2’s TB2 terminal block is an input line called DTR. If the DTR input line on the communications terminal block goes positive, the CNI2 will wait 10 seconds for an “ATD” (dial) or “ATA”...
  • Page 83: Disconnect On Dtr Low

    Some serial devices may indicate a desire to terminate a call by simply deactivating a control line. On the CNI2’s TB2 terminal block is an input line called DTR. If the DTR input line on the communications terminal block is positive when the call starts, and then goes negative while the call is in progress, the CNI2 will terminate the call.
  • Page 84: Cellular Settings Screen

    Thus the number of conversations is limited by the overall interference and noise in the room. A cellular account must be activated with a cellular service provider prior to placing a CNI2 into service. The service provider may ask the device type, which must be specified as the “CNI2 / CDMA24”.
  • Page 85: Over-The-Air-Activation (Otaa)

    The final consideration is the direction of the calls. If the CNI2 is to originate calls, then the service must support “mobile-originate” service. If the unit is to receive calls, then “mobile- terminate”...
  • Page 86: Otaa Programming Number

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide be forwarded at no additional charge. The preferred roaming list says that it is acceptable to connect with these carriers. However at some point your service provider may install new equipment in these areas and the contract with the partner may be terminated. In this new situation roaming fees will be added to each call if the radio is allowed to connect to the other carriers.
  • Page 87: Packet Service Connection Command

    64-bit data encryption standard (DES64). If this exchange fails, the connection is terminated by both sides. When the CNI2 calls in it assigns itself what is known as a “source port” number. To further enhance security the CNI2 can be assigned only one or a specific range of source port numbers that the firewall will allow through.
  • Page 88: Maximum Packet Size

    Excessive retries may cause your maximum plan limit to be exceeded. If you notice excessive retries, or if the connection between the CNI2 and the central computer terminates early or often, this may be the cause.
  • Page 89: Gsm Service (At&T, T-Mobile, Rogers)

    Typically the smallest available package will be 1 megabyte (1 Mb) per month. The amount of data that the CNI2 will produce depends upon what sort of data is requested from it. The amount of information exchanged on each call may range from several hundred bytes to 10’s of thousands of bytes.
  • Page 90: Gsm Circuit Switched Data (Csd) Service

    The final consideration is the direction of the calls. If the CNI2 is to originate calls, then the service must support “mobile-originate” service. If the unit is to receive calls, then “mobile- terminate”...
  • Page 91: Installation Of The Sim Card

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Installation of the SIM Card Installation of the SIM Card Go to the Cellular Settings screen and select “GSM” as the Service Type. GSM Cellular Configuration Screen...
  • Page 92: Gprs Access Point Name

    64-bit data encryption standard. If this exchange fails, the connection is terminated by both sides. When the CNI2 calls in it assigns itself what is known as a “source port” number. To further enhance security the CNI2 can be assigned only one or a specific range of source port numbers that the firewall will allow through.
  • Page 93: Pin Number

    Excessive retries may cause your maximum plan limit to be exceeded. If you notice excessive retries, or if the connection between the CNI2 and the central computer terminates early or often, this may be the cause.
  • Page 94: Idenservice (Nextel, Harmony)

    Due to the availability of iDEN radios support for iDEN service will not be offered after 2010 and may be discontinued earlier. HSPAService HSPA (High Speed Packet Access) is not yet supported by the CNI2. If this selection is made the CNI2 will display an error code of “15” until another selection is made.
  • Page 95: Call Scheduling Screen

    Call Retry Strategy If the CNI2 attempts a call and the call is unsuccessful for any reason, it can try the call again at a later time. It can also be told to retry the call to a different computer or not retry the call at all.
  • Page 96: Primary Call Retry Interval

    Call Retry Interval defines the number of hours between each additional attempt, up to 255 maximum. There is no limit to the number of times the CNI2 will attempt a call at this rate. Once a call is successful the retry strategy is cancelled.
  • Page 97: Server Mode Screen

    CNI2 acts as a client only. However the CNI2 can act as a server and accept connection requests from the outside world. It can do this on a full-time basis or at specific times during specific days of the week.
  • Page 98: Programming The Cni2

    PROGRAMMING THE CNI2 Loading a Configuration with the Programming Cable IMPORTANT NOTE Programming the configuration into a CNI2 automatically resets the unit and clears all accumulated data. 1) Make sure the proper COM port is selected (see the beginning of this chapter).
  • Page 99 During programming the RED and GREEN LEDs may light as data is being transferred ® between the CNI2 and MP32 5) When programming has completed, unplug the cable from the CNI2 board. The CNI2 is now ready to be put into service.
  • Page 100: Over-The-Air (Ota) Programming

    PROGRAM ACCOUNTS / LISTS button on the bottom of the main MP32 screen will be enabled only when both programs are running. Set up all configuration items as you would for any CNI2. Then select the PROGRAM ACCOUNTS / LISTS button on the bottom of the main MP32 screen. The following screen will...
  • Page 101: Ota Device Selection Screen

    When the OK button is selected the configuration information is saved in DC-2009’s database. This new configuration will be loaded into each CNI2 the next time it calls in. If for any reason the configuration update cannot be completed due to a network problem or a data error the...
  • Page 102: Over-The-Air "Firmware" Changes

    5. When the OK button is selected the firmware information is saved in DC-2009’s database. This new firmware will be loaded into each CNI2 the next time it calls in. If for any reason the firmware update cannot be completed due to a network problem or a data error the old firmware will remain in effect until the new one can be transmitted.
  • Page 103: Led Status Indicators

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide LED STATUS INDICATORS CALL PROGRESS AND STATUS Here is a typical sequence from the time the CNI2 is powered up to the time it completes its first call. The green LED is mostly used to indicate the status of the radio and the network whereas LED indicates the progress of the call.
  • Page 104: Error Codes

    LEDs will be reactivated for another 15 minutes. ERROR CODES The two LEDs on the CNI2 board are used to indicate call progress and call status. They are also used to display error codes. In the event of an error the LEDs will be flashed in a pattern that represents a 2-digit number.
  • Page 105: Led Error Codes 11 Thru 19

    The radio rejected the PIN number that is sometimes required for GSM SIM cards. The PIN number that was programmed into the CNI2 may not be needed or may be incorrect. If a PIN number is not required then it should be left blank.
  • Page 106: Led Error Codes 21 Thru 39

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide CODE DESCRIPTION The CNI2 cannot make a connection in CSD mode. This could be caused if the service provider does not support CSD connections or if the modem that is being called is not connecting.
  • Page 107: Led Error Codes 41 Thru 59

    Unexpected command from the data collection system. This might indicate a problem with the way the CNI2 is setup in the data collection system. Not used Not used Not used Unexpected response from the data collection system.
  • Page 108: Leds After Over-The-Air Reprogramming

    Then the LEDs will rapidly flash in an alternating pattern for anywhere between 10 – 30 seconds as the CNI2 reprograms itself. At the end of the operation the CNI2 will return to “sleep” mode and both LEDs will turn off.
  • Page 109: Technical Information

    Rather the CNI2 briefly inspects (“samples”) the condition of the lines one or more times each second. You can configure the CNI2 to take as few as one sample per second or as many as 50 samples per second. The 12 lines are divided into two groups, each with its own sampling rate.
  • Page 110: Debounce" Explained

    “bounce” (open and close a few times), then finally settle in the closed position. This “bouncing” may be falsely interpreted as several events rather than just one. If the CNI2 is counting pulses from this switch it might interpret the bounce as two or three pulses rather than just one.
  • Page 111: Example Of Debouncing Process

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Example of Debouncing Process...
  • Page 112: Form-C Operation

    In the illustration alarm sensing or pulse counting is performed on the “INPUT-1” connection only. “INPUT-2” is used for fault detection. The switches should never be open or closed at the same time. If so the CNI2 will report an alarm condition. The next figure shows how a KYZ fault is detected.
  • Page 113: Using The Output

    The output line can be configured to replicate (follow) any of the input lines. This allows other pulse-counting or alarm-sensing equipment to have access to the same signals. For instance the CNI2 may be counting pulses on Line-2 and another piece of equipment located nearby may need to count these pulses too.
  • Page 114: At Modem Emulation Mode

    If the CNI2 will respond to AT modem commands in ALL modes of operation. If you have a serial device attached to the CNI2’s serial port it is likely that the device is expecting to communicate with an AT-compatible modem. The acronym “AT” means “attention”.
  • Page 115: Ate (Echo) Command

    CARRIER”. If a connection does not exist then the normal response will be “OK”. ATA (answer) Command ATA: This instructs the CNI2 to answer an incoming call and establish a connection with the central computer. The normal response is a “CONNECT” message if a connection is established or “NO CARRIER”...
  • Page 116: (Escape) Command

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide NOTE If the CNI2 detects a decimal point (.) or a forward slash (/) in the dial string it will assume this is an IP address and Port #, and not a standard phone number.
  • Page 117: Response To At Commands While In Sleep Mode

    In low-power sleep mode the CNI2 shuts down its serial port components in order to conserve power. However the CNI2 can still detect activity on the received data line (RXD) or the DTR line. A jumper on JP3 selects which line to respond to. To detect incoming AT commands the jumper should be set to the position shown here.
  • Page 118: Dc-2009 Data Collection Software Setup

    An Internet address and port number must be assigned to the SIP server, and these numbers must be programmed into each CNI2. Your computer systems’ administrator usually assigns the address and port number.
  • Page 119: Changing The Data Collection Configuration

    Select “SIP Server” for the port type. The port number will be filled in automatically, and must match the port number that was programmed into the CNI2. The default is 50466. If a different port number is being used then hold down the CTRL key on the keyboard, point to the Port Number box and double click on the port number box.
  • Page 120: Setting Up Dc-2009 For Csd Connections

    On the next screen select the “Analog Modem Ports” tab. Some cellular providers that support CSD calls do not support bit rates below 9600 bps, and the GSM version of the CNI2 does not support anything below 4800 bps. Therefore you will need at least one 9600 bps MODSMOD modem card in the Mercury MODSMOD chassis.
  • Page 121: Configuring Dc-2009 For Csd Connections

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Configuring DC-2009 for CSD Connections...
  • Page 122: Setting Up A Call Schedule

    When the CNI2’s are in service you may want them to call in at regular intervals, say once an hour or once a day. You can define a call schedule for one CNI2, or a group of them by selecting “Call Configuration” from the Applications Launcher.
  • Page 123: Defining A Call Profile Name

    CNI2 will call in at regular 8-hour intervals starting at 14:00:00. This is a Periodic schedule. The CNI2 must make at least one call into the system in order to obtain the first call schedule. Thereafter each time the unit calls in DC-2009 will instruct the CNI2 to call again in 8 hours.
  • Page 124: Defining A Call Profile

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Defining a Call Profile...
  • Page 125: Defining The Cni2 - Manual Mode

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide DEFINING THE CNI2 – MANUAL MODE Now that you’ve defined how DC-2009 will communicate with a CNI2 you must define the CNI2 itself. Information in DC-2009 must correlate with the configuration of the CNI2. The number of data (pulse) inputs and the pulse-counting interval sizes must match exactly.
  • Page 126: Remote Unit Selection Screen

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide The next screen will appear. It is not necessary to select a device that’s already been defined, simply select the ADD icon Remote Unit Selection Screen On the next screen select “Mercury Types” and OK.
  • Page 127: Add Remote Unit Screen

    For devices that will be communicating over the Internet check the “IP Enabled” box. For CSD devices leave this unchecked. Enter the New Remote unit ID (RUID) that was assigned and programmed into the CNI2 using MP32. Select “SIP” as the product type. Select the Call Profile that is desired.
  • Page 128: Configuring The Cni2

    Remote Unit Configuration General Information Screen With each call DC-2009 will ask the CNI2 for any data records that were accumulated since the last time it called in. This is referred to as a Send Latest operation and is the preferred method.
  • Page 129: Configuring The Cni2'S Pulse-Counting Inputs

    CNI2. As mentioned earlier, a CNI2 can use its inputs for either pulse-counting or alarm sensing. If a combination is used then DC-2009 must be told how many channels are being used for pulse- counting.
  • Page 130: Data Input Configuration Screen

    Select the Input Definition tab. Here you can match the time interval to that which was programmed into the CNI2. This will apply to all pulse-counting channels. You can also change the description of each channel and select which type of data to save. Contact a Product...
  • Page 131: Configuring The Cni2'S Call Information

    Call Information Screen The Dial Out phone number is what DC-2009 will use to call the CNI2. This might be used for a direct CSD call (“mobile-terminate”) or it may be used to “page” the unit, which will cause the unit to call back to the system.
  • Page 132: Configuring The Cni2'S Alarms

    This screen allows you to configure how alarms are reported to DC-2009 by the CNI2 and by DC-2009 to you. It also allows you to change the verbal description of each alarm. For instance the generic “Customer Alarm-2”...
  • Page 133: Customer Alarm-1

    But if you set the Nuisance Limit to 3 then DC-2009 will instruct the CNI2 to stop calling in after the third report of the same alarm. Later, when the CNI2 calls in at its regularly-scheduled time (12 hours later), the Nuisance Limit will be reset and the unit will again be allowed to report the alarm up to 3 times until the next scheduled call.
  • Page 134: Tamper Detect Alarm

    If pulse data is not collected often enough there is a chance that the oldest data may be lost due to insufficient memory. This memory is referred to as the “queue” and the CNI2 will call in to report a “Queue Full” alarm when a certain percentage of the queue contains new records.
  • Page 135: Remote Daily Volume Low Input-1,2,3,4

    Low Battery Alarm This alarm indicates that the battery pack in the CNI2 needs to be replaced as soon as possible. The voltage level at which the alarm will occur is programmed using MP32. The battery should be changed as soon as possible to continue uninterrupted service.
  • Page 136: Defining The Cni2 - Automatic Mode

    If you look at the General Information tab on the Remote Unit Configuration screen you will see a checkbox called “Active”. As long as this box is checked any new CNI2 that calls in for the very first time will be automatically added to the system under the RUID number that was programmed into the unit.
  • Page 137: Obtaining The Cni2'S Hardware Status And Cellular Information

    In packet (Internet) mode, the CNI2 also sends additional information about cellular status, battery voltage, error codes, etc. In DC-2009 you can view this information from the Call Information screen. Select the View CNI2 Cellular Parameters button on the right-hand side of the screen.
  • Page 138: Cellular And Hardware Status Screen

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide The following information screen will appear. Cellular and Hardware Status Screen The Error Code Stack is a list of the most recent 30 errors that were detected and displayed on the LEDs. The most recent code appears first. Besides pointing out hardware problems certain other codes might explain why calls are failing and have to be retried.
  • Page 139: Starting The Call Diagnostic Dump Utility

    Call Diagnostic Dump. Starting the Call Diagnostic Dump Utility When DC-2009 processes the CNI2’s information it creates a file called a “raw file”. This is usually stored in the Data Processing folder and is usually in a sub folder called “Output”. Each file has an extension of “.raw”.
  • Page 140: Using The Call Diagnostic Dump Utility

    The screen is formatted to show the data in both hexadecimal and ASCII format. Most of the information on the ASCII side of the screen is readable and contains information about the CNI2’s power condition and cellular status. This portion of the message is highlighted in the next figure.
  • Page 141: Cellular Information Fields

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Here is how the information is formatted in the order it appears, including the comma (,) that separates each item: Parameter Item Example Internal logic supply voltage (volts) +3.23, Loaded battery voltage (volts) +1.78, Radio power voltage (volts) +3.42,...
  • Page 142 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide The entire string of power, cellular and error status ends with a 0 (null). This portion of the raw file could be processed as a comma-delimited file by a spreadsheet program. But beware that the length of the data preceding this information is variable, so this information block may not...
  • Page 143: Maintenance

    Mineral Spirits, Isopropyl Alcohol, mild soap and water, VM&P Naptha, Fantastik, Windex, Joy dishwashing soap, Top Job, Mr. Clean, Formula 409. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST A regular program of performing inspection and maintenance on a CNI2 when in the field offers the following benefits: a) Longer total service life of the product b) More reliability, less downtime c) Decreased risk of potential hazards caused by deteriorating wires, etc.
  • Page 144 This includes both field wiring connections and battery pack replacement. If there are any operational problems directly related to the electronics of the CNI2, then it is often times more convenient to swap the unit out with a spare and then later make a...
  • Page 145: Esd Handling Precautions

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ESD HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Any electronics device contains components sensitive to ESD (electrostatic discharge). For example people experience up to 35kV ESD, typically while walking on a carpet in low humidity environments. In the same manner many electronic components can be damaged by less than 1000 volts of ESD.
  • Page 146: Control Drawings - Hazardous Area

    CONTROL DRAWINGS - HAZARDOUS AREA HAZARDOUS AREA CLASSIFICATION (NORTH AMERICAN CLASS I, DIVISION 2) The CNI2 is approved for use in hazardous gas environments, Class I, Division 2, Group-D (methane, propane, butane), temperature class T4. Equivalent ratings as defined by the NEC / NFPA70 article 501 are Class I, Zone 2, Group IIA.
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  • Page 151: Specifications

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide SPECIFICATIONS CERTIFICATIONS  Measurement Canada (metrology) --- (pending)  CSA: Class I, Div 2, Group-D Hazardous Gas Areas --- (pending)  FCC CFR 47 Part 15 (B) and ICES 003 --- (pending)  FCC Parts 22, 24 IHDT56HQ1 (G24-L) and IHDP56JE1 (C24) ...
  • Page 152: Mechanical

    Cable Glands A maximum of three cable glands can be populated onto the enclosure. The actual number of supplied glands will vary depending on the configuration ordered and whether the CNI2 is supplied with or without an index. Weight of CNI2 with Wall Mount Option: (w/o batteries) 2.4 pounds...
  • Page 153 CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF USE FOR HAZARDOUS GAS LOCATIONS: Under certain extreme circumstances, the non-metallic parts incorporated in the enclosure of this equipment may generate an ignition-capable level of electrostatic charge. The equipment shall not be installed in a location where the external conditions are conducive to the build-up of electrostatic charge on such surfaces.
  • Page 154: Electrical - Power

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ELECTRICAL - POWER Battery Voltage: (without load applied) Lithium = 6.9 Volts, Alkaline = 6.0 Volts Approved Battery Pack Assemblies 40-5170 Dual cell lithium, disposable configuration. 40-3444-1 Quad cell lithium, disposable configuration. 40-3503-1 Quad cell alkaline molded plastic assembly (replaceable cells).
  • Page 155: Power Input Connector Polarities

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide Boost Capacitor Connects to the TB1 terminal block and assists the battery pack during peak current events, usually during radio transmission. Low-Voltage Detector Measured at the TB1, J1 and J2 power connectors, which ever has the highest voltage. A user- selectable alarm point in the range of 0.1 –...
  • Page 156: Electrical - General

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ELECTRICAL - GENERAL Pulse Count Retention Memory 32k bytes or 60K bytes (user-selectable) Flash Program Memory 116k bytes. Holds operating system and configuration values. Static RAM Memory 8k bytes. Clocks Main frequency: 15.360 MHz Time keeping frequency: 32.768 kHz “Sleep”...
  • Page 157: Electrical – Digital Outputs

    Any output can be configured to follow an input. Some outputs can be configured to be used by the CNI2 to control external power sources. J7, J9, J11, J12 Connector Type 2-Pin MTA with 2.54 mm (0.1”) spacing. Recommended mating connector is AMP 641190-2.
  • Page 158: Electrical – Digital Inputs

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ELECTRICAL – DIGITAL INPUTS Number of inputs Six inputs are available if not being used as outputs. Input Configuration Form-A or Form-B (independently configurable). Two inputs can be paired for Form-C operation. Input rate (sampling mode)
  • Page 159: Tb2 Connector Type (All Other Signals)

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ELECTRICAL – SERIAL PORT (TB2) Number of input lines Two (2), RXD receive data and DTR handshake Input levels DTR: 15V max. RXD: 15V max (JP3-3 in B-C position) or +3.3V/0V max JP3-3 in A-B position)
  • Page 160: Functional

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide FUNCTIONAL Modes of Operation Metretek “SIP” Pulse Accumulator, 1 – 4 channels Mercury Instruments “Mini-Max” (pulse accumulation only) or “PA” (Pulse Accumulator) Simple transparent modem (CSD or IP) SMS Modem Cellular Network Communications Options (varies with model)
  • Page 161: Cellular Radio And Antenna Information

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide CELLULAR RADIO AND ANTENNA INFORMATION GSM24 Motorola Model g24-L Quad-Band GSM GPRS, FCC ID# IHDT56HQ1 CDMA24 Motorola Model c24 Dual-Band CDMA 1XRTT, FCC ID# IHDP56JE1 iDen270 Motorola Model iO270 Dual-Band iDEN, FCC ID# AZ489FT7011 Receive Frequencies...
  • Page 162: Ascii Chart

    CNI2 Operating and Installation Guide ASCII CHART ASCII Conversion Chart...

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