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Monnit ALTA
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Wireless Pulse Counter - Single Input
SINGLE-INPUT
PULSE
General Description
The ALTA wireless pulse counter can be connected to
the pulse output of a system (water meter, power meter,
etc.) to count the number of actuations within a given time
frame.
• Counts the number of pulses in given time frame, or
aggregates pulses in an ongoing accumulation
• 3 lter settings: No lter, 4 Hz lter, and 40 Hz lter
• Capable of counting passive (open/closed switch) and
active (Up to +15 VDC) pulses
• Capable of counting the positive edge, negative edge,
or both edges of a pulse
Principle of Operation
The ALTA wireless pulse counter is an electronic counter
capable of counting passive(open/closed switch) or active
(Up to +15 VDC) pulses. The counter includes 3 software
congurable low pass lter settings (No lter, 40 Hz lter,
or 4 Hz lter). The pulse counter lters pulses with pulse
widths greater than those designated in the technical
specifcations. For example, if the 4Hz lter is set, the
pulse counter will count a pulse if the pulse width is longer
than 250 ms, if the pulse width is shorter than 250 ms it
will be completely or partially ltered (See the Technical
Specication table for detailed ltering information). The
sensor can be set to send an alert through the iMonnit
Online Sensor Monitoring and Notication System when
a given number of pulses have been reached within a set
time frame. Alerts from the iMonnit system are sent as they
happen (in real time) via SMS text or email.
Features of Monnit ALTA Sensors
• Wireless range of 1,000+ feet through 12-14 walls *
• Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
• Improved interference immunity
• Improved power management for longer battery life **
(10+ years on AA batteries)
• Encrypt-RF™ Security (Dife-Hellman Key Exchange
+ AES-128 CBC for sensor data messages)
• Onboard data memory / storage
(up to 512 readings per sensor)
- 10 min heartbeats = 3.5 days
- 2 hour heartbeats = 42 days
• Over-the-air updates (future proof)
• Free iMonnit basic online wireless sensor monitoring
and notication system to congure sensors, view
data and set alerts via SMS text and email.
* Actual range may vary depending on environment.
** Battery life is determined by sensor reporting
frequency and other variables. Other power options
are also available.
Wireless Range Comparison
Example Applications
• Water, gas and air ow meters
• Door access counter
• Turn style counting
• Forklift seat switches
• Button or switch integration
• Production line tracking
• And many more...
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PinchPower™
Enclosures
1.125 in
(28.575 mm)
2.0 in
(50.8 mm)
0.875 in
(22.225 mm)
Pinch and Pull
To Change Battery
CR2032 BATTERY
ALTA Commercial Coin Cell Wireless Pulse Counter - Technical Specications
Supply Voltage 2.0 - 3.8 VDC *
Current Consumption 0.2 µA (Sleep Mode)
0.7 µA (RTC Sleep)
570 µA (MCU Idle)
2.5 mA (MCU Active)
5.5 mA (Radio RX Mode)
22.6 mA (Radio TX Mode)
Operating Temperature Range (Board Circuitry and Coin Cell) -7°C to +60°C (20°F to +140°F) **
Optimal Battery Temperature Range (Coin Cell) +10°C to +50°C (+50°F to +122°F)
Maximum Count 4294967296 (32 bit number)
Input Voltage 0 to 15 Volts DC
Detection Wires High Impedance (2-Wire), 3 ft. length
Counter Operation Positive and / or Negative Edge Pulses
Compatibility Open Collector NPN Switches (Passive)
Mechanical Switches (Passive)
0-15V Driven Source (Active) ***
Max Input Pulse Rate / Min Pulse Width with Passive Input **** Max Pulse Rate Min Pulse Width*****
No Filter ~ 2 KHz ~ 0.5 ms
4 Hz Filter ~ 4 Hz ~ 250 ms
40 Hz Filter ~ 40 Hz ~ 25 ms
Integrated Memory Up to 512 sensor messages
Wireless Range 1,000+ ft. non-line-of-sight
Security Encrypt-RF™ (256-bit key exchange and AES-128 CTR)
Weight 0.7 Ounces
Certications
Industry
Canada
900 MHz product; FCC ID: ZTL- G2SC1 and IC:
9794A-G2SC1. 868 and 433 MHz product tested and
found to comply with: EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02),
EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02) and EN 60950.
*
Hardware can not withstand negative voltage. Take care when connecting a power device.
**
At temperatures above 100°C, it is possible for the board circuitry to lose programmed memory.
***
Low Pulse: 0 Volts to .2 * VBatt, High Pulse: .8 * VBatt to 15 Volts.
****
High pulse count rates can impact battery life. AA battery powered sensors are recommended if counting pulses faster than 1x per second.
*****
Input pulse rate must be less than specied Max Pulse Rate and input pulse width must be greater than specied Min Pulse Width to ensure
the input pulse is counted.
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ALTA Commercial AA Wireless Pulse Counter - Technical Specications
Supply Voltage 2.0 - 3.8 VDC (3.0 - 3.8 VDC Using Power Supply) *
Current Consumption 0.2 µA (Sleep Mode)
0.7 µA (RTC Sleep)
570 µA (MCU Idle)
2.5 mA (MCU Active)
5.5 mA (Radio RX Mode)
22.6 mA (Radio TX Mode)
Operating Temperature Range (Board Circuitry and Batteries) -18°C to 55°C (0°F to 130°F) using alkaline
-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) using lithium **
Optimal Battery Temperature Range (AA) +10°C to +50°C (+50°F to +122°F)
Maximum Count 4294967296 (32 bit number)
Input Voltage 0 to 15 Volts DC
Detection Wires High Impedance (2-Wire), 3 ft. length
Counter Operation Positive and / or Negative Edge Pulses
Compatibility Open Collector NPN Switches (Passive)
Mechanical Switches (Passive)
0-15V Driven Source (Active) ***
Max Input Pulse Rate / Min Pulse Width with Passive Input **** Max Pulse Rate Min Pulse Width*****
No Filter ~ 2 KHz ~ 0.5 ms
4 Hz Filter ~ 4 Hz ~ 250 ms
40 Hz Filter ~ 40 Hz ~ 25 ms
Integrated Memory Up to 512 sensor messages
Wireless Range 1,000+ ft. non-line-of-sight
Security Encrypt-RF™ (256-bit key exchange and AES-128 CTR)
Weight 0.7 Ounces
Certications
Industry
Canada
900 MHz product; FCC ID: ZTL- G2SC1 and IC:
9794A-G2SC1. 868 and 433 MHz product tested and
found to comply with: EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02),
EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02) and EN 60950.
*
Hardware can not withstand negative voltage. Take care when connecting a power device.
**
At temperatures above 100°C, it is possible for the board circuitry to lose programmed memory.
***
Low Pulse: 0 Volts to .2 * VBatt, High Pulse: .8 * VBatt to 15 Volts.
****
High pulse count rates can impact battery life. AA battery powered sensors are recommended if counting pulses faster than 1x per second.
*****
Input pulse rate must be less than specied Max Pulse Rate and input pulse width must be greater than specied Min Pulse Width to ensure
the input pulse is counted.
Power Options
The standard version of this sensor is powered by two replaceable 1.5 V AA sized batteries (included with purchase). This sensor is
also available with a line power option. The line powered version of this sensor has a barrel power connector allowing it to be powered
by a standard 3.0 - 3.6 V power supply. The line powered version also uses two standard 1.5 V AA batteries as backup for un-interupted
operation in the event of line power outage. Power options must be selected at time of purchase, as the internal hardware of the sensor
must be changed to support the selected power requirements.
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Industrial
Wireless
Sensor
2.316 in
(58.84 mm)
Height:
3.701 in
(94.0 mm)
1.378 in
(35.0 mm)
ALTA Industrial Wireless Pulse Counter - Technical Specications
Supply Voltage 2.0 - 3.8 VDC (3.0 - 3.8 VDC Using Power Supply) *
Current Consumption 0.2 µA (Sleep Mode)
0.7 µA (RTC Sleep)
570 µA (MCU Idle)
2.5 mA (MCU Active)
5.5 mA (Radio RX Mode)
22.6 mA (Radio TX Mode)
Operating Temperature Range (Board Circuitry and Battery) -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F) **
Included Battery Max Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Capacity: 1800 mAh
Optional Solar Feature Solar Panel: 5VDC / 30mA (53mm x 30mm)
Charging Temperature Range: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Max Temperature Range: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Included Rechargeable Battery: 600 mAh / >2000 Charge Cycles (80% of initial capacity)
Maximum Count 4294967296 (32 bit number)
Input Voltage 0 to 15 Volts DC
Detection Wires High Impedance (2-Wire), 3 ft. length
Counter Operation Positive and / or Negative Edge Pulses
Compatibility Open Collector NPN Switches (Passive)
Mechanical Switches (Passive)
0-15V Driven Source (Active) ***
Max Input Pulse Rate / Min Pulse Width with Passive Input **** Max Pulse Rate Min Pulse
Width*****
No Filter ~ 2 KHz ~ 0.5 ms
4 Hz Filter ~ 4 Hz ~ 250 ms
40 Hz Filter ~ 40 Hz ~ 25 ms
Integrated Memory Up to 512 sensor messages
Wireless Range 1,000+ ft. non-line-of-sight
Security Encrypt-RF™ (256-bit key exchange and AES-128 CTR)
Weight 4.7 Ounces
Enclosure Rating NEMA 1, 2, 4, 4x, 12 and 13 rated, sealed and
weather proof
UL Rating UL Listed to UL508-4x specications (File E194432)
Certications
Industry
Canada
*
Hardware can not withstand negative voltage. Take care when connecting a power device.
**
At temperatures above 100°C, it is possible for the board circuitry to lose programmed memory.
***
Low Pulse: 0 Volts to .2 * VBatt, High Pulse: .8 * VBatt to 15 Volts.
****
High pulse count rates can impact battery life. AA battery powered sensors are recommended if counting pulses faster than 1x per second.
*****
Input pulse rate must be less than specied Max Pulse Rate and input pulse width must be greater than specied Min Pulse Width to ensure
the input pulse is counted.
900 MHz product; FCC ID: ZTL- G2SC1 and IC: 9794AG2SC1. 868 and 433 MHz product tested and found to
comply with: EN 300 220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02), EN 300
220-2 V3.1.1 (2017-02) and EN 60950.
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Commercial Grade Sensors:
Monnit commercial grade sensors are designed for applications in ordinary environments (normal room temperature,
humidity and atmospheric pressure). Do not use these sensors under the following conditions as these factors can
deteriorate the product characteristics and cause failures and burn-out.
• Corrosive gas or deoxidizing gas - chlorine gas, hydrogen sulde gas, ammonia gas, sulfuric acid gas, nitric oxides
gas, etc.)
• Volatile or ammable gas
• Dusty conditions
• Under low or high pressure
• Wet or excessively humid locations
• Places with salt water, oils chemical liquids or organic solvents
• Where there are excessively strong vibrations
• Other places where similar hazardous conditions exist
Use these product within the specied temperature range. Higher temperature may cause deterioration of the
characteristics or the material quality.
Industrial Grade Sensors - Type 1, 2, 4, 4X, 12 and 13 NEMA Rated Enclosure:
Monnit’s Industrial sensors are enclosed in reliable, weatherproof NEMA rated enclosures. Our NEMA rated enclosures
are constructed for both indoor or outdoor use and protect the sensor circuitry against the ingress of solid foreign objects
like dust as well as the damaging effects of water (rain, sleet, snow, splashing water, and hose directed water).
• Safe from falling dirt
• Protects against wind blown dust
• Protects against rain, sleet, snow, splashing water, and hose directed water
• Increased level of corrosion resistance
• Will remain undamaged by ice formation on the enclosure
For more information about our products or to place an order, please contact
our sales department at 801-561-5555.
Visit us on the web at www.monnit.com.
Monnit, iMonnit, ALTA, PinchPower, Encrypt-RF and all other trademarks are property of Monnit, Corp.
© 2018 Monnit Corp. All Rights Reserved.
Monnit Corporation
3400 South West Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
801-561-5555
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