SIM Card
TROLL Link Telemetry System 100 and 101 units must
have a SIM (subscriber identity module) card to allow
communication over the wireless network. TROLL Link
101 units have SIM cards pre-installed by In-Situ Inc.
TROLL Link 100 customers must obtain a SIM card from
their service provider, typically when purchasing a service
plan. These cards can be configured to have a static IP
address. Consider if your application requires a static IP
address when purchasing the SIMcard.
Once a SIM card has been obtained, install it in the slot at
the top of the TROLL Link 100 modem, as shown below.
Changing Modbus Communication
Settings
Modbus communication settings can be changed in WinSitu 5 Software or in the TROLL Link Setup Software.
Follow the appropriate section below.
Changing Modbus Communication Settings in
Win-Situ 5
Complete the following steps with the instrument
connected to Win-Situ 5 Software. Change Modbus
communication settings for each instrument.
1. Click the Device Setup tab.
2. Click the Modbus Setup... button.
3. Click the Baud drop-down menu and select the correct
baud rate for your cable length based on the on-screen
instructions. The default value is 19200.
4. Click the Parity Bits drop-down menu and select None.
5. Click the End of Session Timeout (ms) box and enter
60000=60secs.
6. Click the Mode drop-down menu and select Modbus-
ASCII.
7. Click the check mark. Click Yes when asked to
proceed.
8. Click No when prompted to save the changes as the
new default settings.
1. Click File.
2. Click Configure TROLL.
3. Select the Device Address drop down menu and
change the number to the desired value, making sure to
not duplicate an address within the network.
4. Select the correct COM port to which the instrument is
connected.
5. Click Configure.
Changing the Device Address
When networking multiple Level TROLL, Aqua TROLL,
Rugged TROLL, or RDO PRO Instruments, each device
requires a unique device address.
Complete the following steps with the instrument
connected to the software.
1. Click the Device Setup tab.
2. Click the Modbus Setup... button.
3. Select the Device Address box and change the
number to the desired value, making sure to not
duplicate an address within the network.
You must change Win-Situ Software
communication settings to match the device
address next time you connect the
instrument.
See page 3.
Connecting Instruments to the TROLL
Link Telemetry System
All instruments must be connected to the TROLL Link
Telemetry System during configuration to set up
messages, alarms, and relays. Instruments are connected
using a bulkhead-to-twist-lock connection for a single
instrument, or using the TROLL Net Hub for a multiple
instrument network.
When configuring a multiple instrument network, you must
have all instruments connected at the same time to
properly set up the system.
Ensure all instruments have been uniquely addressed
prior to connecting them to the TROLL Net Hub.
1. Connect the TROLL Link Telemetry System to the
TROLL Net Hub master connector by wiring through the
strain relief connector. See the TROLL Net Hub
Instruction Sheet.
2. Connect all instruments to the TROLL Net Hub slave
connectors.
1. Align the SIM card so the diagonal cut is facing towards
the antenna base.
2. Gently insert the card into the slot and push in fully. Hold
the card in place with one finger.
3. While holding the card, slide the lock over the edge of
the card.
TROLL Link 101 modems are shipped with
SIM cards already installed.
You will need to change the Win-Situ
communication settings to match these
settings the next time you connect your
instrument.
Changing Modbus Communication Settings in
the TROLL Link Utility Software
Complete the following steps with the instrument
connected to the software. You must change Modbus
settings for each instrument connected to the TROLL Link
system.
4. Click the check mark to save changes. Click Yes when
asked to proceed.
5. Click No when prompted to save the changes as the
new default settings.
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Field Installation
Connecting and Deploying Instruments
Ensure data-logging capable instruments have been
programmed with a data log before completing the
following steps. Refer to the instrument manual for
instructions on programming a data log. Ensure alarm
conditions have been programmed (if applicable).
Ensure all instruments have been properly, uniquely
addressed in Win-Situ Software with the correct Modbus
settings.
Perform the following steps for each instrument.
Ensure you are installing the instrument in its
proper location.
1. Connect the instrument to the RuggedCable using the
twist-lock connector. The twist-lock connector clicks
when the connection is tight.
2. Remove the red dust cap from the bulkhead connector
of the enclosure.
3. Connect the up-hole end of the cable to the bulkhead
connector of the enclosure.
4. Install the instrument in its deployment location. Refer to
the instrument Operator's Manual for any questions
regarding proper connection or deployment.
5. Ensure the cable does not apply excessive weight on the
enclosure by securing the cable grip.
Installing the TROLL Link Telemetry System
To mount the enclosure, you may obtain a mounting tripod
or install your own pole. Install the pole before proceeding.
1. Hold the enclosure to the pole at the desired height (be
sure to leave room at the top of the pole for the solar
panel).
2. Place a hose clamp or U-bolt into the two cutouts of the
top bracket of the enclosure and around the pole.
3. For
4. Remove the two yellow caps from the vent tube inside
hose clamps tighten the clamp until the enclosure
does not move. Attach the second hose clamp to the
bottom of the enclosure.
U-bolts Place the smaller bracket over the open
For
ends of the bolt. Use split-lock washers and nuts to
tighten the assembly to the pole.
Repeat for any remaining open brackets.
the enclosure. Attach the desiccant tube to the vent
tube.
Installing a 1 W Solar Panel
A solar panel must be installed with the communication
system. It can be installed on the same pole.
1. Hold the solar panel near the top of the pole. Point the
panel towards the equator. Adjust the panel angle for
optimum sunlight reception.
2. Thread the U-bolt through the solar panel bracket. Place
the smaller bracket over the open ends of the bolt. Use
the split-lock washers and nuts to tighten the assembly
to the pole. Repeat for any remaining open brackets.
Trim the solar panel wire before inserting it
into an enclosure.
Do not cut through the entire solar panel wire.
The blade creates a current loop when in
contact with both leads and shorts the solar
panel.
Instead, trim off the insulation, then cut one
wire at a time.
Connect a solar panel.
1. Cover the solar panel so it will not receive any sunlight.
2. Remove one of the dome connector caps on the outside
of the enclosure.Remove the port plug. Save the plug
for later use (you can store the plug inside the
enclosure).
3. Insert the solar panel cable into the dome connector cap,
and then through the enclosure.
4. Strip the cable ends to 1.3 cm (0.5 inches).
5. Connect the black lead (negative) from the solar panel to
open screw terminal SOL-. Tighten the screw terminal.
6. Connect the white lead (positive) from the solar panel to
open screw terminal SOL+. Tighten the screw terminal.
7. Tighten the dome connector cap so the port with the
cable will be watertight.
Installing a 10 or 20 W Solar Panel and External
Battery Kit
Installing the External Battery Kit
Install the External Battery Kit enclosure.
1. Hold the enclosure to the pole at the desired elevation.
The external battery kit should be installed below the
TROLL Link Telemetry enclosure.
2. Place a hose clamp or U-bolt into the two cutouts of the
top bracket of the enclosure and around the pole.
3. For
1. Cover the solar panel that will connect to the enclosure
2. Remove a dome connector cap on the outside of the
hose clamps tighten the clamp until the enclosure
does not move. Attach the second hose clamp to the
bottom of the enclosure.
U-bolts place the smaller bracket over the open
For
ends of the bolt. Use split-lock washers and nuts to
tighten the assembly to the pole.
Connect the solar panel to the External Battery
Kit enclosure:
so it will not receive any sunlight.
enclosure.Remove the port plug. Save the plug for later
use.
Trim the solar panel wire before inserting it
into an enclosure.
Do not cut through the entire solar panel wire.
The blade creates a current loop when in
contact with both leads and shorts the solar
panel.
Instead, trim off the insulation, then cut one
wire at a time.
3. Strip the cable ends to 1.3 cm (0.5 inches).
4. Insert the solar panel cable into the dome connector cap,
and then through the enclosure.
5. Connect the black lead (negative) from the solar panel to
the screw terminal labeled "SOLAR-". Tighten the screw
terminal.
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6. Connect the white lead (positive) from the solar panel to
the screw terminal labeled "SOLAR+". Tighten the
screw terminal.
7. Tighten the dome connector cap to ensure that the port
with the cable is watertight.
Connecting the TROLL LINK to the External Battery
Kit Enclosure
1. Remove two dome connector caps, one from the outside
of the battery kit enclosure, and one from the TROLL
Link Telemetry System. Remove the port plugs. Save
the plugs for later use.
2. Insert the separate power cable shipped with the
external battery kit into one dome connector cap, and
then through the battery kit enclosure.
3. Connect the black lead (negative) of the cable to the
"BATT-" screw terminal of the battery box.
4. Connect the white lead (positive) of the cable to the
"BATT+" screw terminal of the battery box.
5. Insert the other side of the cable through the remaining
dome connector cap. There should be two dome
connector caps on the cable, oriented in opposite
directions.
6. Insert the cable through the dome connector to the inside
of the enclosure.
3. Plug the red (positive) leads into the red battery
terminals. Ensure that the terminal does not sit between
the lead clip and the plastic sheath, but that the lead clip
encompasses the battery terminal.
TROLL Link 100 Wiring Diagram
Turning Off the Modem
1. Disconnect the white wire from the SOL+ screw
terminal.
2. Disconnect the red (positive) lead from the red battery
terminal.
3. Disconnect the black (negative) lead from the black
battery terminal.
Maintenance
Fuse Replacement
Two fuses are located on the left edge inside of the
enclosure. The left fuse connects to the internal battery,
the right fuse connects to the charger/external power. The
fuses are 2 amp, time-delay, speed-type fuses rated for
250 VAC. Replace as needed.
Enclosure Desiccant
It is extremely important to use a properly-sized
desiccant for your deployment, and to change desiccant
before the entire volume has turned pink. Use
enough desiccant to effectively keep electronics dry until
your next scheduled maintenance. Desiccant life span is
dependent on site conditions.
5. Enter instrument's device address into the Device
Address box.*
6. Ensure the correct COM port is selected in the Port
Number box. See page 3.
7. Ensure other communication settings (e. g., Baud, Data
Bits, Parity Bits, Stop Bits, Mode) match the device
settings.*
8. Click the check mark.
9. Click the Connect button in the lower right corner.
* If you do not know the device address or communication
settings for an instrument, disconnect the instrument from
the networking device. Connect the instrument directly to
the PC. Click the Reset All Devices button in the Comm
Settings window. Clicking the Reset All Devices button
restores device defaults.
If the instrument is connected to a networking
device (e.g., a TROLL Net Hub) when
Reset
All Devices is clicked,ALL other
instruments connected to the networking
device are restored to default settings. Unique
addressing for the network is lost.
Any device deployed in a network must have the
appropriate device communication settings reapplied.
7. Connect the black lead (negative) of the external battery
kit cable to the "SOLAR-" screw terminal of the
enclosure.
8. Connect the white lead (positive) of the external battery
kit cable to the "SOLAR+" screw terminal of the
enclosure.
9. Tighten all dome connector caps so the ports with cable
are watertight.
Installing a Battery
1. Install batteries with the terminals oriented toward the
top of the enclosure.
2. Plug the black (negative) leads into the black terminals of
the batteries first. Ensure that the terminal does not sit
between the lead clip and the plastic sheath, but that the
lead clip encompasses the battery terminal.
Number Function Wire
1
2
3
4 RS485 (+) Bulkhead blue wire
5 RS485 (-) Bulkhead green wire
6 DC (+)
7
8
9 Relay (-)
10 Relay (+)
DC Com
(-)
Discrete
Input
Discrete
Counter
Pulse
Count. (-)
Pulse
Count. (+)
Bulkhead black wire; solar
panel black wire
Bulkhead red wire; fuse
blue wire
The enclosure contains one tube of desiccant that absorbs
moisture as it enters the enclosure through the vent tube.
Keep the vent tube clear of obstructions. Replace as
needed. An additional desiccant pack may be located at
the top of the enclosure. Replace or dry as needed.
Software Appendix
Changing Win-Situ Software Device Address
and Communication Settings
If you change an instrument's device address or other
communication settings, you must change Win-Situ
Software communication settings to reconnect and
communicate with the instrument.
1. Connect the instrument to a laptop or PC.
2. Open Win-Situ Software. When it asks "Connect to
device now?" click No.
3. In the top menu bar, click Preferences.
4. Click Comm Settings.
Selecting the Correct COM Port
If you are using a USB TROLL Com, select the correct
COM port by following the steps below. If you are using a
serial TROLL Com, the Win-Situ Software should default
to the correct COM port, which is usually COM 1.
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Steps for Windows
1. Minimize the Win-Situ Software.
2. Click the Windows Start button, and open the Control
Panel.
3. Click Hardware and Sound, and open the Device
Manager.
4. Click the arrow next to Ports (COM and LPT), and
locate the USB Serial Port listing. The number listed next
to this entry is your COM port address.
Steps for Windows
7 systems.
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XP systems.
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1. Minimize the Win-Situ Software.
2. Click the Windows Start button, and open the Control
Panel.
3. Double-click the System icon. Click the Hardware tab,
and open the Device Manager.
4. Click the plus sign next to Ports (COM and LPT), and
locate the USB Serial Port listing. The number listed
next to this entry is your COM port address.
Once you have determined the correct COM port
address in your operating system, reopen Win-Situ 5
Software. The following steps apply for all Windows
operating systems.
5. Close any open windows in Win-Situ Software.
6. Click Preferences.
7. Click Comm Settings, and then click the Port Number
menu.
8. Scroll down to find the correct COM port address. Click
the check mark to accept the changes.
9. Click the yellow Connect button in the lower right corner
to establish a connection to the instrument.
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