Nedap N V SENSITEPL User Manual

SENSIT SYSTEM

install guide

04-03-2015 | v1.5.2 RC

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CONTENT

1 INTRODUCTION _________________________________________________________ 6

2 SENSIT SYSTEM _________________________________________________________ 7

2.1 ARCHITECTURE ___________________________________________________ 7

2.2 THE SENSIT SENSORS ______________________________________________ 8

2.2.1 SENSIT IR __________________________________________________ 8

2.2.2 SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT _______________________________________ 9

2.2.3 SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT ___________________________________ 10

2.3 RELAY NODES ___________________________________________________ 11

2.3.1 SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G _____________________________________ 11

2.4 DATA COLLECTORS _______________________________________________ 12

2.4.1 STANDARD DATA COLLECTOR _______________________________ 12

2.4.2 DATA COLLECTOR GPRS ____________________________________ 13

2.5 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT _________________________________________ 14

2.5.1 ELECTRONIC PARKING LICENSE ______________________________ 14

2.5.2 SENSIT DISPLAY ___________________________________________ 15

2.6 SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE _____________________________________ 16

3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ______________________________________________ 17

3.1 HOW TO INSTALL THE SENSIT SYSTEM IN 4 STEPS ____________________ 17

STEP 1 – PREPARATION _____________________________________ 17
STEP 2 – DATA COLLECTORS AND RELAY NODE INSTALLATION __ 17
STEP 3 – SENSIT INSTALLATION ______________________________ 17
STEP 4 – SETTING UP THE SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE ________ 17

4 RELAYNODETOOL ______________________________________________________ 18

4.1 SCALED DRAWING ________________________________________________ 18

4.2 START A NEW PROJECT ___________________________________________ 19

4.3 THE FIRST SEGMENT ______________________________________________ 19

4.3.1 IMPORT MAP ______________________________________________ 20

4.3.2 SET THE SCALE ____________________________________________ 20

4.3.3 PLACE THE DATA COLLECTOR _______________________________ 21

4.3.4 PLACE THE RELAY NODE ____________________________________ 21

4.4 THE SECOND SEGMENT ___________________________________________ 22

4.4.1 IMPORT MAP ______________________________________________ 22

4.4.2 SET THE SCALE ____________________________________________ 23

4.4.3 PLACE THE DATA COLLECTOR _______________________________ 23

4.4.4 PLACE THE RELAY NODE ____________________________________ 24

4.5 SAVE THE PROJECT _______________________________________________ 25

4.6 EXPORT PROJECT FILES ___________________________________________ 25

4.6.1 PROJECT FILE ______________________________________________ 25

4.6.2 SAVE AS IMAGE ____________________________________________ 25

4.6.3 PRINT PROJECT ____________________________________________ 25

4.7 REQUEST PROJECT REVIEW ________________________________________ 25

5 INSTALLATION DATA COLLECTOR ________________________________________ 26

5.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 26

5.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 26
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 26

5.3 DATA COLLECTOR INSTALLATION __________________________________ 27

5.3.1 MOUNTING _______________________________________________ 27

5.3.2 POWER SUPPLY ____________________________________________ 28

5.3.3 TCP/IP COMMUNICATION ___________________________________ 28

5.3.4 ANTENNA _________________________________________________ 28

5.3.5 LED INDICATIONS __________________________________________ 28

5.4 DATA COLLECTOR GPRS INSTALLATION _____________________________ 29

5.4.1 MOUNTING _______________________________________________ 29

5.4.2 BACKUP BATTERY __________________________________________ 30

5.4.3 POWER SUPPLY ____________________________________________ 30

5.4.4 SIM CARD _________________________________________________ 31

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5.4.5 ANTENNA _________________________________________________ 31

6 DATA COLLECTOR CONFIGURATION ______________________________________ 32

6.1 TCP/IP CONFIGURATION ___________________________________________ 32

6.2 GPRS CONFIGURATION ____________________________________________ 33

6.3 GPRS MODEM LED BEHAVIOR ______________________________________ 33

6.3.1 RED LED __________________________________________________ 34

6.3.2 AMBER LED _______________________________________________ 34

6.4 VERIFY COMMUNICATION _________________________________________ 34

7 MOUNTING THE RELAY NODE 2G _________________________________________ 35

7.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 35

7.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 35
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 35
RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65) _______________________________________ 35

7.3 DIMENSIONS ____________________________________________________ 36

7.4 INSTALLATION CONDITIONS _______________________________________ 36

7.5 REQUIRED INSTALLATION MATERIALS ______________________________ 36

7.6 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE _______________________________________ 37

7.7 BATTERY REPLACEMENT __________________________________________ 38

8 MOUNTING THE SENSIT IR _______________________________________________ 39

8.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 39

8.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 39
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 39

8.3 DIMENSIONS ____________________________________________________ 40

8.4 INSTALLATION CONDITIONS _______________________________________ 40

8.5 REQUIRED INSTALLATION MATERIALS ______________________________ 40

8.6 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE _______________________________________ 41

8.7 REPLACEMENT ___________________________________________________ 41

9 MOUNTING THE SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT ____________________________________ 42

9.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 42

9.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 42
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 42

9.3 DIMENSIONS ____________________________________________________ 43

9.4 INSTALLATION CONDITIONS _______________________________________ 43

9.5 INSTALLATION MATERIAL _________________________________________ 43

9.6 INSTALLATION PROCESS __________________________________________ 44

9.7 REPLACEMENT ___________________________________________________ 44

10 MOUNTING THE SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT _________________________________ 45

10.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 45

10.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 45
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 45

10.3 DIMENSIONS ____________________________________________________ 46

10.4 REQUIRED INSTALLATION MATERIALS ______________________________ 46

10.5 INSTALLATION PROCESS __________________________________________ 47

10.6 REPLACEMENT ___________________________________________________ 48

11 MOUNTING THE SENSIT EPL ______________________________________________ 49

11.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ____________________________________________ 49

11.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS ________________________________________ 49
Compliance statements (part15.19) ___________________________________ 49

11.3 DIMENSIONS ____________________________________________________ 50

11.4 REQUIRED INSTALLATION MATERIALS ______________________________ 50

11.5 INSTALLATION PROCESS __________________________________________ 50

12 PROJECT SUPPORT ______________________________________________________ 51

12.1 SITE SURVEY & INSTALLATION ADVICE ______________________________ 51

12.2 ON-SITE CERTIFICATION ___________________________________________ 51

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13 SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE ___________________________________________ 52

13.1 INTRODUCTION __________________________________________________ 52

13.2 USERS __________________________________________________________ 52

13.2.1 LOGIN ____________________________________________________ 52

13.2.2 LOGOUT __________________________________________________ 53

13.3 DASHBOARD_____________________________________________________ 53

13.4 PARKING ENFORCEMENT __________________________________________ 54

13.4.1 PERMIT ADMINISTRATION ___________________________________ 55

13.4.2 PERMIT ZONE CONFIGURATION ______________________________ 56

13.5 DETECTION ______________________________________________________ 57

13.5.1 DATA COLLECTOR _________________________________________ 57

13.5.2 NODE CROSS CHECK _______________________________________ 57

13.5.3 NODE PRESENCE ___________________________________________ 58

13.6 DEFINITION ______________________________________________________ 58

13.6.1 RELAY NODE CONFIGURATION ______________________________ 58

13.6.2 PARKING BAY CONFIGURATION ______________________________ 59

13.6.3 PARKING LOT CONFIGURATION ______________________________ 60

13.6.4 MONITOR CONFIGURATION _________________________________ 60
Site Name _______________________________________________________ 60
Monitor Color Mapping _____________________________________________ 60
Map List _________________________________________________________ 60

13.6.5 OVERSTAY CONFIGURATION ________________________________ 61

13.6.6 SENSOR CALIBRATION ______________________________________ 62

13.6.7 DISPLAY __________________________________________________ 62
Display Configuration ______________________________________________ 62
Display Current View _______________________________________________ 63
Display View Settings ______________________________________________ 63

13.7 MONITOR _______________________________________________________ 64

13.8 OCCUPANCY REPORT _____________________________________________ 64

13.8.1 OCCUPANCY LIST __________________________________________ 64

13.8.2 OCCUPANCY CHART ________________________________________ 65

13.8.3 OVERSTAY REPORT ________________________________________ 65

13.8.4 PARKING VIOLATION PROBABILITY ___________________________ 65

13.8.5 MAP MONITOR ____________________________________________ 66

13.9 DIAGNOSE _______________________________________________________ 66

13.9.1 ICE DETECT MODE _________________________________________ 66

13.9.2 BATTERY LOW WARNINGS __________________________________ 66

13.9.3 BATTERY PLOT ____________________________________________ 67

13.9.4 SENSOR ANALYSIS _________________________________________ 67

13.9.5 SENSOR CALIBRATION ERRORS ______________________________ 67

13.9.6 DATA COLLECTOR CONNECTION LOG ________________________ 68

13.9.7 BAD NETWORK EVENTS _____________________________________ 68

13.9.8 PENDING TX MESSAGES ____________________________________ 68

13.9.9 PENDING RX MESSAGES ____________________________________ 68

13.10 SETTINGS _______________________________________________________ 68

13.10.1 USER SETTINGS ____________________________________________ 68
Change Password _________________________________________________ 68

13.10.2 SYSTEM SETTINGS _________________________________________ 69
System Information _______________________________________________ 69
System Reboot ___________________________________________________ 69
Time Configuration ________________________________________________ 69
Node Gateway List ________________________________________________ 69
Local Configuration ________________________________________________ 70
Active Http Sessions _______________________________________________ 71
Status Reading Interval Settings _____________________________________ 71

13.10.3 EXPERT SETTINGS __________________________________________ 71
Console _________________________________________________________ 71
EPL settings ______________________________________________________ 72
EPL old licenses (deprecated) ________________________________________ 72

14 ADVANCE CONFIGURATION ______________________________________________ 73

14.1 INKSCAPE _______________________________________________________ 73

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15 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS _________________________________________ 75

15.1 GENERAL ________________________________________________________ 75

15.2 MAGNETIC SENSOR _______________________________________________ 76

15.2.1 CALIBRATION ______________________________________________ 76

15.3 OPTICAL SENSOR_________________________________________________ 77

15.3.1 CALIBRATION ______________________________________________ 78

15.4 MORE INFORMATION SENSIT AND MOUNTING _______________________ 78

15.5 INSTALLATION ___________________________________________________ 79

15.6 BATTERY LIFE ____________________________________________________ 79

15.7 RELAY NODES ___________________________________________________ 80

15.8 DATA COLLECTOR ________________________________________________ 81

15.9 SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE (SIS) ________________________________ 83

15.10 NETWORK & COMMUNICATION ____________________________________ 85

15.11 TECHNICAL MATTERS _____________________________________________ 86

16 APPENDIX _____________________________________________________________ 87

A RAPID MORTAR _________________________________________________________ 87

B MODIFIED SILICON POLYMER _____________________________________________ 88

B.1 Description _______________________________________________________ 88
B.2 Field of application ________________________________________________ 88
B.3 Advantages ______________________________________________________ 88
B.4 Method of use ____________________________________________________ 88
B.5 TECHNICAL DATA ________________________________________________ 88

C POLYURETHAN _________________________________________________________ 90

D DISCLAIMER ____________________________________________________________ 91

E DOCUMENT REVISION ___________________________________________________ 92

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1 INTRODUCTION

The SENSIT vehicle detection system facilitates accurate measurement on occupancy of
individual parking spaces in car parks, and on-street parking spaces. This information can be
used to guide traffic to free parking spaces but can also be used for on-street parking
enforcement and overstay detection. For on-street enforcement the number of occupied
parking spaces can be compared with the number of payments realized by the pay station.
For overstay detection the system alerts instantly a parking officer to the presence of
nearby overstaying vehicles. Based on this information you can exactly determine which
space to enforce.

All the SENSIT vehicle detection sensors are featured with detection and communicate
wireless, creating their own network. The SENSIT sensors do not require power wiring, in
contrast to conventional systems that require wiring throughout the car park and mounting
onto the ceiling.

Easy installation of the sensors is guaranteed. Once installed no maintenance is required for
years. The actual status (occupancy) of the sensor is transmitted to the Relay Node, which is
part of the wireless mesh network.

Different types of ruggedly designed sensors are available to accommodate installation in
indoor car parks, on-street spaces and road surfaces.

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2 SENSIT SYSTEM

2.1 ARCHITECTURE

The actual status (occupancy) of the SENSIT sensors is finally collected by one or more Data
Collector. The SENSIT sensors transmit their status via one or more Relay Nodes to the
Data Collector. The Data Collector is the interface between the wireless sensors network
and the SENSIT Interface Software running on the server. The Data Collector transmits
status information about the sensors to the server using TCP/IP via Ethernet or GPRS
communication.

Figure 1: System Architecture

For a parking site you need at least one Data Collector, a Relay Node and a SENSIT per
parking bay.

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SENSIT IR

Operating
frequency

SENSIT IR EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT IR CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT IR US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT IR AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Detection

Magnetic and IR Accuracy: 98%

Load resistance

Heavy traffic

Mounting

Into the floor

Weight

365 gram (12.87 oz)

Dimensions

Ø 78 mm (3.07 inch)
Into floor 55 mm (2.16 inch)

Color

Black or Yellow (optional)

Detection height

0…90 cm (0 … 35.5 inch)

Protection

IP67, completely sealed housing PE

Operating
temperature

-40 ... +85°C (-40°F … +185°F)
Power supply

Built in Lithium batteries expected lifetime of 5-10 years *

Antenna

Included

SENSIT System

2.2 THE SENSIT SENSORS

Three types of ruggedly designed sensors are available to accommodate installation in
indoor car parks, on-street spaces and road surfaces. The standard, most used, SENSIT
Sensor is the SENSIT IR. For regions with lots of snow the SENSIT Flush Mount is designed
to withstand frequent snow ploughing. The SENSIT Surface Mount is designed for indoor
car parks or roof tops where drilling is not allowed.

2.2.1 SENSIT IR

Vehicle detection sensor featured with dual detection technology
(infrared and earth-magnetic field detection. The SENSIT IR is
mounted into the floor of each parking space allowing for vandal
resistant installation, making the unit suitable for on-street
application.

* Under normal circumstances and dependent on settings.

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SENSIT Flush Mount

Operating
frequency

SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Detection

Magnetic Accuracy: 95%

Load resistance

Heavy traffic

Mounting

Into the floor

Weight

350 gram (12.35 oz)

Dimensions

Ø 78 mm (3.07 inch)
Into floor 72 mm (2.09 inch)

Color

Black

Detection height

0…90 cm (0 … 35.5 inch)

Protection

IP67, completely sealed housing PE

Operating
temperature

-40 ... +85°C (-40°F … +185°F)
Power supply

Built in Lithium batteries expected lifetime of 5-10 years*

Antenna

Included

SENSIT System

2.2.2 SENSIT FLUSH MOUNT

Vehicle detection sensor for flush mount installation in the road
surface. The sensor is resistant to snow ploughs and offers vandal
resistant installation. The SENSIT Flush Mount is featured with
earth-magnetic field detection.

* Under normal circumstances and dependent on settings.

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SENSIT Surface Mount

Operating
frequency

SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Detection

Magnetic and IR Accuracy: 98%

Load resistance

Regular traffic

Mounting

On the floor surface

Weight

455 gram (16.05 oz)

Dimensions

Mounting ring: Ø 240 (9.45 inch)
Sensor: Ø 167 cm (6.57 inch)
Height: 35mm (1.38 inch)

Color

Sensor black and yellow (optional black) ring

Detection height

0…90 cm (0 … 35.5 inch)

Protection

IP67, completely sealed housing PE

Operating
temperature

-40 ... +85°C (-40°F … +185°F)

Power supply

Built in Lithium batteries expected lifetime of 5-9 years *

Antenna

Included

SENSIT System

2.2.3 SENSIT SURFACE MOUNT

Vehicle detection sensor designed for car parks where
drilling is not allowed or non-permanent mounting is
required. The unit is suitable for indoor car parks and

rooftop parking’s. The sensor can easily be glued onto

the surface. Replacement can be achieved by removing
the sensor installed in the mounting ring. The SENSIT
Surface Mount is featured with dual detection technology (infrared and earth-magnetic
field).

* Under normal circumstances and dependent on settings.

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Relay Node 2G

Operating
frequency

SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Weight

540 gram (12.87 oz)

Dimensions

200 x 170 x 204 mm (7.87 x 6.69 x 8.03
inch)

Mounting

Onto a pole, lamppost or wall, mounting bracket included.

Mounting height

3 – 6 meters (10 – 20 ft.)

Pole dimensions

Min. Ø 40 mm (1.57 inch)
Max. Ø 150 mm (6 inch)

Protection

IP65

Operating
temperature

-40 ... +85°C (-40°F … +185°F)

Communication
range *

DC – RN 2G omnidirectional 35 m (135 ft)
DC – RN 2G directional max. 50 m (164 ft)
DC GPRS – RN 2G max. 10 m (33 ft)
RN 2G – RN 2G max. 100m (328 ft)
SENSIT – RN 2G omnidirectional 35 m (135 ft)
SENSIT – RN 2G directional 50 m (164 ft)

Power supply **

Replaceable Lithium batteries expected lifetime of 5 years

Antenna
connection

Antenna included

SENSIT System

2.3 RELAY NODES

A Relay Node allows for communication increase and ensures a robust and reliable
communication network. It ensures fast transmission of event messages from the vehicle
detection sensors to the Data Collector.

2.3.1 SENSIT RELAY NODE 2G

The Relay Node 2G is has an improved communication range and
a battery lifetime. It ensures a robust and reliable communication
network. The Relay Node 2G ensures fast transmission of event
messages from the SENSIT sensors to the Data Collector. Relay
Node 2G should be mounted preferable at about 3 – 6 meters
[10- 20 ft] from the floor (e.g. onto a lamppost) to allow for
visible view of the sensors.

* Dependent on the environment.
** Under normal circumstances and dependent on settings.

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Data Collector

Operating
frequency

SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Dimensions

125 x110 x 65 mm (4.9 x 4.3 x 2.6 inch)

Weight

105 gram (3.7 oz)

Protection

IP44

Operating
temperature

-0°C … +55°C (32°F … +85°F)
Humidity

10%...90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Communication
range*

From SENSIT to Data Collector in principle unendless as the
nodes communicate to each other. It is recommended to
locate the nearest Relay Node within 25 meters (82 ft) of the
Data Collector.

Communication

RJ45 TCP/IP (or RS232 DIN-9 F)

Power input

5 VDC power adapter included 110-240 VAC.

Antenna
connection

Antenna included

SENSIT System

2.4 DATA COLLECTORS

The actual status (occupancy) of the SENSIT sensors is collected by one or more Data
Collector. The Data Collector is the interface between the wireless sensors network and the
SENSIT Interface Software running at the server. The Data Collector transmits status
information about the sensors to the server using TCP/IP Ethernet communication.

For a parking site you need at least one Data Collector, a Relay Node and a SENSIT per
parking bay. One Data Collector is required per 250 parking bays. All Data Collectors must
be separated as far as possible from each other, preferably at the remote corners of the site.
The Data Collector is available in 2 different versions: the standard Data Collector and the
Data Collector GPRS.

2.4.1 STANDARD DATA COLLECTOR

The Data Collector can be mounted in a central enclosure,
however please ensure that the enclosure is not made of metal.
The Data Collector is featured with RF communication with the
SENSIT. The material used for the enclosure should be
transparent for RF signals.

* Dependent on the environment.

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Data Collector IP65 GPRS

Operating
frequency

SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR GPRS EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR GPRS CN: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR GPRS US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT DATACOLLECTOR GPRS AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Dimensions

252 x 251 x 89 mm (10 x 10 x 3.5 inch)

Weight

2200 gram (77 oz)

Protection

IP65

Operating
temperature

-40°C … +65°C (-40°F … +149°F)

Communication
range*

From SENSIT to Data Collector in principle unendless as the
nodes communicate to each other. It is recommended to
locate the nearest Relay Node within 10 meters (33 ft) of the
Data Collector GPRS.

Communication

GPRS mobile

Power input

110-240 VAC 50/60Hz

Antenna
connection

Antenna included

SENSIT System

2.4.2 DATA COLLECTOR GPRS

The Data Collector GPRS can be installed virtually anywhere
due to its IP65 weatherproof housing and embedded GPRS
wireless modem. The only requirements are an AC mains
power supply and that it should be installed within reach of the
SENSIT wireless network.

* Dependent on the environment.

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Electronic Parking License

Operating
frequency

SENSIT EPL EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT EPL US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT EPL AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Mounting

Attaches with suction pads to the windscreen on the inside
of the car

Weight

120 gram (4.2 oz)

Dimensions

116 x 72 x 27 mm (4.6 x 2.8 x 1.1 inch)

Color

Grey, RAL7016

Protection

IP32

Operating
temperature

-40 ... +85°C (-40°F … +185°F)
Power supply

User replaceable AAA 1.5V alkaline batteries

Antenna

Included

SENSIT System

2.5 ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

Additional equipment is available to expand the functionality of the SENSIT system.

2.5.1 ELECTRONIC PARKING LICENSE

The Electronic Parking License (EPL) physically is a device
that is positioned inside the car. Whenever the car stops
for a specific period of time it considers the car to be
parked and it will look for a wireless SENSIT network. If a
network is detected, it will make itself know to the
network. Its unique EPL identifier is registered at the
server with SENSIT Interface Software (SIS). The SIS is triggered when parking bays that
require a license change status (become occupied or free). When such a parking bay is
occupied the system will calculate the odds of the parking bay being occupied by an
unauthorized vehicle.

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Electronic Parking License

Operating
frequency

SENSIT DISPLAY EU: 868.2 MHz
SENSIT DISPLAY US: 902-928 MHz (FHSS)
SENSIT DISPLAY AU: 915-927 MHz (FHSS)

Display

Graphical display for outdoor use, single sided

Digit height

max. 3 digits 90 x 130 mm (3.5 x 5.1 in)

Dimensions

310 x 150 x 60 mm (12.2 x 5.9 x 2.4 inch)

Weight

1500 gram (52.9 oz)

Protection

IP55

Color

Black housing, Yellow LEDs

Readability

> 60 m (196 ft)

Viewing angle

120º

Operating
temperature

0 ... +50°C (32°F … +122°F)

Number of displays

Max. 2 displays can be used in the WSN, more displays will
introduce to much latency for the whole system.

Power supply

230 VAC

Antenna

Included

SENSIT System

2.5.2 SENSIT DISPLAY

The SENSIT Display is an in-network LED display that is part of
the Wireless SENSIT Network (WSN). The LED display enables
signage of free parking spaces for stand-alone parking
guidance installations. The display is designed for outdoor use,
indicating the number of available parking spaces per parking
lot thus guiding motorists to the closest parking space.

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2.6 SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE

SENSIT Interface Software allowing easy system integration into enforcement, traffic
guidance or parking guidance management application. The main features of the SENSIT
Interface Software to help you and make easy system integration possible are:

 Installation
 Configuration
 Basic administration
 Integration

The SENSIT Interface Software enables easy installation of the wireless sensor network.
Once the network and sensors are installed, the sensors will automatically appear in the
software. Configuration of sensors to specific parking bays, parking zone and parking lot
can easily be realized.

Additionally the software configures and monitors communication of the SENSIT node
network. It monitors the data transfer between the sensors and the Data Collectors.
Moreover it also analyzes communication reliability of the sensor network in a graphical
map, automatically alerting areas for maintenance.

Easy integration can be done via to SOAP or REST interface.

SOAP or Simple Object Access Protocol, is a protocol specification for exchanging
structured information. It relies on Extensible Mark-up Language (XML) for its message
format.

The SOAP interface can query data from the SIS using the http(s) interface, the found data
is returned in a XML description format.

Representational state transfer (REST) is a simple stateless architecture that generally runs
over HTTP(S). REST involves reading a designated Web page that contains an XML file. The
XML file describes and includes the desired content.

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Note

There is also a planning-tool
(RelayNodeTool) available to
plan the Relay Node and Data
Collector locations. See
chapter below for an example.

Note

Ask your Nedap account
manager for special
installation tools to configure,
calibrate and register the ID to
bay bindings.

Note

Inkscape is an open-source
drawing program to create
the SVG (Scalable Vector
Graphic) drawing.

Installation Procedure

3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

3.1 HOW TO INSTALL THE SENSIT SYSTEM IN 4 STEPS

The installation of a SENSIT system can be described in 4-steps: The preparation, the
installation of Data Collectors and Relay Nodes, the installation of SENSIT sensors and
finally setting up the SENSIT Interface Software.

STEP 1 – PREPARATION

a. Arrange a scaled map of the site.
b. Make a site inspection to gather information:

c. Make an installation plan:

STEP 2 – DATA COLLECTORS AND RELAY NODE INSTALLATION

a. Install and power-up the Data Collector according the plan.
b. Activate and install the Relay Nodes according the plan.
c. Write the ID numbers of the Data Collectors and Relay Nodes at the right location

in the plan.

d. Verify at the server that all Data Collectors and Relay Nodes are online.

STEP 3 – SENSIT INSTALLATION

a. Free the bays and close off the parking area.
b. Mark the right location at the road surface with a piece of chalk or paint.
c. Distribute the SENSIT sensors at the, to be installed locations and activate them

with the magnet.

d. Make a list of the correct ID numbers and bay numbers.
e. Verify at the server if all SENSIT sensors come online.
f. Drill the holes and glue the SENSIT sensors.
g. Calibrate the SENSIT sensors without cars or metal tools in the neighborhood of

the SENSIT’s.

STEP 4 – SETTING UP THE SENSIT INTERFACE SOFTWARE

a. Make a (simple) Inkscape drawing of the site based on the map and gathered

information during STEP 1 and STEP 2.

b. Upload the SVG-drawing to the server.
c. Make a correct CSV-file and upload it to the server.
d. Verify if all Data Collectors, Relay Nodes and SENSIT sensors show up correctly in

the system.

 Draw on the map where the parking bays are located.
 Draw on the map where you can mount Relay Nodes
 Draw on the map the possible locations for the Data Collector.

 Number every parking bays with a unique number.
 Plan the final Relay Node and Data Collector locations to form a

covering network.

 Draw the Relay Nodes and Data Collectors at the right locations
 Draw the bays at the right locations

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Note

Please keep in mind that with
help of this RelayNodeTool
you can determine the
needed components, but it
will always be an estimation.

RelayNodeTool

4 RELAYNODETOOL

The RelayNodeTool software is developed to get a good estimation of the needed system
components; Data Collectors and Relay Nodes. The estimation of needed components is
based on drawings of the site. In this way you are able to get a good idea of the needed
components.

In this example we are going to design the SENSIT system for two segments; the parking
basement and the outside parking terrain at the Nedap Headquarter office.

4.1 SCALED DRAWING

First get a drawing of the parking lot(s) and find out if it are open areas or closed (indoor)
areas. Try to get information about mounting locations, like lampposts and poles for Relay
Nodes and power and internet for the Data Collector. Below you can find a map of the
Nedap Headquarter office, with its parking areas.

Figure 2: Example drawing of parking lots.

The drawing of a segment can be copied out of the larger map e.g. via the standard
Snipping Tool of Windows.

Figure 3: The Basement and the outside area.

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Note

The Relay Node Tool will give
you a warning if you have
more than 500 bays in a
segment. With more than 500
bays, segmentation is
necessary. Please contact
your Nedap account manager
for more information.

RelayNodeTool

4.2 START A NEW PROJECT

Fill-in the project details; the project title, your name and you company name. Please also
indicate the country and region where the project is situated.

Figure 4: RelayNodeTool: Project details

4.3 THE FIRST SEGMENT

Via the option Segment -> Add new segment, or click on the tab <new> you can add a
segment to the design. Fill-in the segment properties; the segment name and the number
of parking bays.

Figure 5: RelayNodeTool: Segment properties

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RelayNodeTool

4.3.1 IMPORT MAP

First import the drawing via the Paste from clipboard option or open the map image file.

Figure 6: RelayNodeTool: Map import.

4.3.2 SET THE SCALE

Now set the scale, for an open area you set it at 25m if there isn’t a clear indication about

the size you can use the width of 10 parking bays:

Figure 7: RelayNodeTool: Scaling of the map.

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Note

The Relay Node Tool will give
you a warning if you have
more than 16 Relay Nodes in a
segment. With more than 16
Relay Nodes, segmentation
might be necessary. Please
contact your Nedap account
manager for more
information.

RelayNodeTool

4.3.3 PLACE THE DATA COLLECTOR

Place at least one Data Collector for every 250 bays. Use the information you already
gathered or ask the client for the installation options for the Data Collector(s). At least you
need a power connection and for a standard Data Collector you also need an internet
connection.

Figure 8: RelayNodeTool: DataCollector placement.

4.3.4 PLACE THE RELAY NODE

Place the Relay Nodes at locations were you can mount it e.g. at lampposts in a way that it
covers all parking bays. With the tool you can choose between Relay Nodes 2G (omni- or
directional) or Relay Nodes 1G.

Figure 9: RelayNodeTool: RelayNode placement.

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RelayNodeTool

4.4 THE SECOND SEGMENT

Via the option Segment -> Add new segment, or click on the tab <new> you can add a
segment to the design. Fill-in the segment properties; the segment name and the number
of parking bays.

Figure 10: RelayNodeTool: Segment properties

4.4.1 IMPORT MAP

Also import the drawing for the second segment via the Paste from clipboard option or
open the map image file.

Figure 11: RelayNodeTool: Map import for the second segment.

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RelayNodeTool

4.4.2 SET THE SCALE

Also Set the scale, this location is a parking basement with a roof, large concrete columns
and walls. This will influence the range of the Relay Nodes and therefore we advise to
reduce the range with about 20%, so set the range to about 20m e.g. the width of 8 parking
bays.

Figure 12: RelayNodeTool: Scaling of the map.

4.4.3 PLACE THE DATA COLLECTOR

Because this basement parking area is half open we can use the Data Collector of the open
area, so we don’t need to add one for this segment.

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RelayNodeTool

4.4.4 PLACE THE RELAY NODE

Place the Relay Nodes at locations were you can mount it e.g. at lampposts in a way that it
covers all parking bays. With the tool you can choose between Relay Nodes 2G (omni- or
directional) or Relay Nodes 1G.

There are 2 large concrete walls and after every 3 parking bays there is large concrete pillar,
all is indicated with red. This will influence the range and radiation pattern of the Relay
Nodes.

Figure 13: Imported map with concrete wall and pillar indication.

Probably with only 3 Relay Nodes 2G it is possible to get coverage of all bays, but because of
these large influencing concrete objects we used 2 Relay Nodes 2G extra to make sure all
SENSIT sensors are sufficient reachable.

Figure 14: RelayNodeTool: RelayNode placement

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RelayNodeTool

4.5 SAVE THE PROJECT

Now you can save the project file:

Figure 15: RelayNodeTool: Project save.

4.6 EXPORT PROJECT FILES

4.6.1 PROJECT FILE

You can send the project file (*.rnproj) to a colleague or Nedap so it can be reviewed.

4.6.2 SAVE AS IMAGE

You can save the segments you have designed to an image file, via the option File -> Save
image (current segment and use it in your offer.

4.6.3 PRINT PROJECT

You can print the project file to a normal printer or to a PDF printer like the free PDF writer
CutePDF (http://www.cutepdf.com/) and use this in your offer.

4.7 REQUEST PROJECT REVIEW

You can also request Nedap to review the project you have designed. Fill-in: your name,
company, email address and phone number and write your comments on the design. With
this information and the automatically added *.rnproj file Nedap can give you advise on the
design.

Figure 16: RelayNodeTool: Project review request

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Installation Data Collector

5 INSTALLATION DATA COLLECTOR

The Data Collector is available in two different versions. The installation of the standard
Data Collector is described in chapter 5.3. The installation of a Data Collector GPRS, which
has an IP65 weatherproof housing and features a GPRS modem, is described in chapter 5.4.

5.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The following safety precautions should be observed during normal use, service and repair.

 The Data Collector may only be installed and serviced by qualified service

personnel.

 Disconnect the power supply before removing or installing any parts.
 To be sure of safety, do not modify or add anything to the Data Collector other

than mentioned in this manual or indicated by NEDAP N.V.

5.2 FCC AND IC DECLARATIONS

FCC ID: CGDSENSDATA and IC: 1444A-SENSDATA

Compliance statements (part15.19)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and to RSS210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Cet appareil se conforme aux normes RSS210 exemptés de license du Industry Canada.
L'opération est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit causer aucune
interférence, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter n'importe quelle interférence, y inclus
interférence qui peut causer une opération non pas voulu de cet appareil.

Warning (part15.21)

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65)

To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, this
transmitter should only be used or installed at locations where there is at least 20cm
separation distance between the antenna and all persons.

Information to the User (Part 15.106(b))

Note: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequent energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determine by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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5.3 DATA COLLECTOR INSTALLATION

5.3.1 MOUNTING

The Data Collector can be mounted in a central enclosure, however please ensure that the
enclosure is not made of metal. The Data Collector is featured with RF communication with
the SENSIT. The material used for the enclosure should be transparent for RF signals.

Locate an appropriate position for the Data Collector, preferable on a location where power
and communication is available (normally around the gate). Use the four keyholes to mount
the Data Collector in the enclosure.

Figure 17: Data Collector dimensions (mm)

Figure 18: Data Collector connections

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Data Collector LED indication.

Green (D1)

LED indicating the presence of the SENSIT network.
A blink indicates that a SENSIT is active in the network.

Red (D2)

Each blink indicates the start of a timeslot (start) in the
network

Installation Data Collector

5.3.2 POWER SUPPLY

The Data Collector requires 5 VDC power, this power supply is included. The included
adapter requiring AC power supply in the range from 100 – 240VAC. Maximum current
consumption is 0.35A @ 240VAC. Adapter needs to be:

 CSA and UL approved according to NEC Class 2
 FCC compliant to Part 15
 CE compliant according to EMC and LVD directive (EN 60950-1)

Figure 19: Power supply

5.3.3 TCP/IP COMMUNICATION

The Data Collector has on-board TCP/IP communication. The TCP/IP communication is used
to send the messages from the SENSIT vehicle detections sensors to the SENSIT server
software. See chapter 6.1 for details to configure the TCP/IP settings.

5.3.4 ANTENNA

The Data Collector is featured with an antenna for communication with the SENSIT nodes
within the network. To enable reliable identification ensure to mount the Data Collector in
an enclosure which is transparent for RF signals. The antenna is connected via the SMA 50
jack connector (K6) on the PCB.

5.3.5 LED INDICATIONS

The Data Collector is featured with two LEDs. Table 1 below describes the function of the
LEDs.

Table 1: LED indications