KC - June2020 - NetBeat User Manual
KC - June2020 - NetBeat User Manual
KC - June2020 - NetBeat User Manual
USER MANUAL
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES
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contradiction in interpretation or translation.
CONTENTS
Introduction Operation 16
Intended Audience - How to Use This Manual 4
Contact for support 4 Maintenance 16
Use of symbols 4 User responsibility 16
Safety 5 Preventive Maintenance - monthly inspection 16
General Safety Instructions 5 RTU Battery Replacement 16
Environmental 5
Electrical Safety Precautions 5 Order details 17
Batteries 5 NetMCU 17
Wireless radiation / RF radiation 5 NetRTU 17
Thunderstorms 6 Spare parts 18
Work at Heights 6 Sensors 18
Environmental conditions 6 Online services 18
NetBeat™ system is a family of hardware, software and cloud products designed and developed for the
planning, management and monitoring irrigation and Nutrigation.
WARNING
The following text contains instructions aimed at preventing bodily injury or direct damage to the
crops, the NetBeat™ system and/or the infrastructure.
CAUTION
The following text contains instructions aimed at preventing unwanted system operation,
installation or conditions that, if not followed, might void the warranty.
ATTENTION
The following text contains instructions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of usage of the
instructions in the manual.
NOTE
The following text contains instructions aimed at emphasizing certain aspect of the operation of
the system or installation.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
The following text contains instructions aimed at preventing bodily injury or direct damage to the
NetBeat™ system and/or the infrastructure in the presence of electricity.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
The following text contains instructions aimed at preventing damage to health or bodily
injury in the presence of fertilizers, acid or other chemicals.
SAFETY FOOTWEAR
The following text contains instructions aimed at preventing foot injury.
TIP
The following text provides clarification, tips or useful information.
WARNING
In agricultural environment - always wear protective footwear.
Batteries
Use only Netafim™ approved batteries on the NetBeat™ equipment.
The NetBeat™ system uses Lithium acid batteries as a power source. Do not puncture the battery.
If a battery is found to be punctured take caution in handling the battery and avoid contact with the
corrosive material in the battery.
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury, such as burns.
Prevent contact between the terminals of a battery and objects made of conductive material (jewelry,
keys, tools etc.). Failure to do so may cause a short circuit and generate significant heat.
Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a container (toolbox)
amidst metal objects.
Always dispose of a used battery in a responsible manner - in the intended places for battery recycling.
Batteries should never be put in a fire because they could explode.
It is important not to dispose of large numbers of alkaline batteries in a group. Used batteries are often
not completely dead. Grouping used batteries together can bring these live batteries into contact with
one another, allowing their charge to be released which could create safety risks.
WARNING
Radio frequency fields near antennas may exceed FCC rules for human exposure.
Working at height
WARNING
Mounting the base unit and routers and erecting poles might require working at height:
To prevent fatalities or major injuries, all safety measures regarding work at height must be observed.
Environmental conditions
CAUTION
The NetMCU should be:
placed in a roofed building
protected from direct sunlight
kept at an ambient temperature between 10°C and 40°C (50°F and 104°F)
kept at a maximum relative air humidity of 85%
properly ventilated
protected from dust
protected from splashes or direct spraying with water or chemicals
General description
Example of a typical farm
managed by NetBeat NetBeat
Cloud
Legend NetBeat
NetMCU
Cloud
Cloud Services Subscription
Benifits
Freedom & Flexibility:
Access to all relevant monitoring data and control capabilities from any device (PC or mobile), enables
growers to manage their crops more effectively.
Driving efficiencies:
Data integration from all sources combined with control capabilities at the palm of their hands, allow
growers to reduce water, energy & fertilizer costs:
Use crop models to optimize the use of resources.
More precise irrigation and nutrigation to increase crop yield and quality.
Optimized hydraulic system.
Saves money on fertilizers.
Peace of Mind:
Reduced risk and constant feedback increase growers' confidence.
Automated irrigation
Alerts
Remote control
Full reports and events history
Full training and support
Wireless
Regulations Compliance Description
Local RF The system is designed to meet the local RF regulations of every country and
Regulations state. The system is supplied with the proper documentation to be submitted
to the local authorities, such as Ministry of Communication, Customs, or any
other governmental agency.
Cellular The system is designed to meet the local Cellular regulations: Official
Regulations authorities such as Ministry of Communications and Customs. Cellular
provider certification such as Verizon, AT&T, Vodafone or any other provider.
Legend
Radio control - NetBeat NetRTU Line control - SingleNet
LoRa antenna
Tiles
Power
Controller
AC/DC/DC latch
Analog In
Power supply
Battery
Specifications
Power supply Mains power Operation With touch screen:
(100 to 250 VAC 50/60Hz) temperature -20ºC - 55ºC / -4ºF - 131ºF
10-15 VDC (Battery & Solar panel) Without touch screen:
Touch screen Optional -20ºC - 65ºC / -4ºF - 149ºF
Dimensions 635 x 573 x 252 mm
(25 x 22 9 ⁄16 x 10”)
Easy expansion
Based on internal, easy to install, I/O tiles. Integrates 2 types of I/O tiles (optional 6 tiles per NetMCU)
SOM Specifications
10/100/1000ETH
Parameter Rating
Model MSC SM2S-IMX6-133 SD card
Processor Dual ARM Cortex A9 – 1GHz
Internal Memory 2GB DDR3 Reset
Flash 4GB Status LEDs
External Memory MicroSDHC card
Operation System Linux
LCD screen
LoRa cable Cellular Ant.
Parameter Rating
SIM card
Model Samtech SX1726
Frequency 868/915/433 MHz
Output Power 14/20 dBm
BW 125,250,500 kHz
Spreading Factor 7 - 10
LoRa Ant.
Cellular 868/915
Parameter Rating
Model Quectel UC20-G 433
Frequency Bands UMTS:800/850/900/1900/2100
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 Serial RS-232
Output Power Class 3 (24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS bands
Serial RS-485
Class 4 (33dBm ±2dB) for GSM 850/900
Class 1 (30dBm ±2dB) for GSM 1800/1900
Digital Inputs
Digital out
Parameter Rating
DO 1-16
Number of inputs 4
Nominal voltage of inputs 12 V
Signal voltage "0" <0.8 V
Signal voltage "1" >2.1 V
Thermocouple
Parameter Rating
Models PT100/1000/10000,
0-200Ohm, 0-30kOhm
Output current 120 mA
Sensor power supply 3.3 – 12 Vdc
Analog in
Digital Inputs AI 1-6
Parameter Rating
Number of inputs 4
Nominal voltage of inputs 12 V
Signal voltage "0" <0.8 V
Signal voltage "1" >2.1 V Digital in
DI 1-4
EC Channel pH Channel
Number of inputs 2 Number of inputs 2
Battery compartment
Status LED
Specifications
Power Battery operated - 3 x L92 ([email protected])
Inputs and outputs Up to 8 outputs for DC Latch valves
Integrates digital, Up to 2 digital inputs for water meters, switches and condition triggers to dry contact
analog and serial inputs,
Up to 3 analog inputs for sensors (e.g. pressure sensor, tensiometer etc.)
with digital outputs 2 serial ports for serial communication sensors (RS-232, SDI-12)
LED indicator Bluetooth operation status
Enclosure Robust UV stabilised enclosure rated to IP65
Operation temperature -20ºC - 65ºC / -4ºF - 149ºF
Dimensions 215 x 160 x 40 mm / 8.5 x 1 ½ x 6”
Peripherals
NetBeat™ sensors
The NetBeat system supports a wide array of diverse sensing devices for various soil,
water, plant and environmental measurements:
Entry - tile*
Soil sensors SM150T, soil moisture content RTU - Analog In
NetaSense, soil moisture content RTU - Analog In
NetaCap, soil moisture profile RTU - RS232
Tensiometer RTU - Analog In
Temperature RTU - Analog In
Plant sensors Trunk dendrometer RTU - Analog In
Environmental Weather station MCU - RS232 or RS485
sensors RTU - RS232
Temperature and humidity sensor RTU/MCU - Analog In
Rain gauge (udometer) RTU/MCU - Digital In
Hydraulic Water meter RTU/MCU - Digital In
sensors Fertilizer meter RTU/MCU - Digital In
Pressure sensor RTU/MCU - Analog In
General General purpose sensor RTU/MCU - Analog In
sensors General purpose switch/counter RTU/MCU - Digital In
*See the NetMCU tiles on the NetBeat user manual, pages 11-13
Technical data
Min. Max. Note
Vout 4.75vDC +/-5% Nominal
Line/Load regulation +/-1%
Iout 0A 0.7A
OCP 1A 1.2A
Ripple & Noise 10/50mV RMS
Temperature oper. -10ºC +70ºC
Temperature stor. -20ºC +80ºC
Certifications EC/FCC EMC
Maintenance
User responsibility
The following requisites are to be assured by the user:
Conducting monthly inspection and ensuing Preventive Maintenance procedures.
Appropriate mains electricity supply.
Cellular connectivity (if required).
WiFi connectivity of suitable capacity.
The bare NetMCU incorporates the power tile and the NetRTU description Cat. No.
control tile only.
RF433, 8DO 74710-000011
When ordering a NetMCU: RF915, 8DO 74710-000012
Select and order the required DO/AI tiles according to RF868, 8DO 74710-000013
the hydraulic component and sensors to be operated. RF433, 16DO 74710-000007
Order the antenna kit.
RF915, 16DO 74710-000009
Select and order the required accessories for mounting
RF868, 16DO 74710-000010
the MCU.
NetMCU accessories
Description Cat. No. For more details on the NetBeat system and
Aluminum stand for NetMCU standalone 74740-000200 its components visit Netafim™ Media Center
Aluminum wall mount for NetMCU 74740-000201 at https://www.netafim.com/en/digital-
Aluminum stand for NetMCU on Fertikit 45000-008768 farming/netbeat/
This warranty shall not apply to any defects that Netafim determines results from: (i) loss or damage
in transit; (ii) external causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with electrical power;
(iii) unreasonable or inadequate storage, installation or maintenance; (iv) any alterations or repairs (or
attempts to make alterations or repairs) made by unauthorized representative of Netafim; (v) Licensee's
acts or omissions which exposes the System to any environment not suitable for it, with the respective
specifications, including without limitation, Licensee’s use of toxic, corrosive, or caustic liquids and/or
gases with the Hardware, exposure to severe weather conditions and water and to damage by animals; (vi)
any defect or problems caused by any defect in any 3rd party Hardware or software used in combination
with the System; (vii) any usage that is not in accordance with the Documentation or the provisions of
section 4 herein. Netafim shall not be obligated to provide warranty for any System for which Netafim has
not received all payments due.
EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE EXPRESS WARRANTY, NETAFIM PROVIDES THE SYSTEM ON AN “AS IS”
AND SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE LAW; NETAFIM DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ANY WARRANTY IN EXCESS OF THE WARRANTY HEREIN, EVEN IF
GRANTED BY THE AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR. NETAFIM DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SYSTEM,
ITS USE, OPERATION OR THE LICENSEE’S ABILITY TO USE THE SYSTEM WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED
OR ERROR-FREE OR THAT ANY OR ALL SYSTEM ERRORS WILL BE CORRECTED. NETAFIM DOES
NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION THAT CUSTOMER WILL ACHIEVE PARTICULAR
RESULTS AND DOES NOT GUARANTEE ANY IMPROVEMENTS IN ANY AGRICULTURAL OR
COMMERCIAL MEASUREMENTS OR CROP YIELDS. INFERENCES MADE BY INDIVIDUALS USING
THE SYSTEM DO NOT REFLECT THOSE OF NETAFIM. NETAFIM DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE
SYSTEM’S SECURITY WILL BE FLAWLESS OR WITHOUT FAULT.