Spectrum DataScout 3922, DataScout 3923, DataScout 3924, DataScout 3920, DataScout 3920S Product Manual
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DataScout Modem
PRODUCT MANUAL
Items 3922, 3923, 3924 3920, and 3920S
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Thank you for purchasing a DataScout Modem.
Access to SpecConnect.net web portal is purchased separately. Please contact your distributor or Spectrum sales representative to order.
DataScout modems are compatible with WatchDog Retrievers
as well as the 2000-Series Full and Mini Weather Stations. See
Page 8 for minimum firmware requirements.
DataScout modems collect data from attached weather station
or Retriever and send the data periodically to SpecConnect.net.
Tri-Color LED conveys information on battery level, signal and
signal strength, as well as diagnostic information.
INTRODUCTION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual will familiarize you with the features and operation
of your new DataScout Modem. Please read this manual
thoroughly before launching the units.
For customer support or to place an order, call Spectrum
Technologies, Inc. at 800-248-8873 or 815-436-4440,
FAX at 815-436-4460, or e-mail at info@specmeters.com.
www.specmeters.com
Spectrum Technologies, Inc.
3600 Thayer Court
Aurora, IL 60504
General Overview 4
Network Compatiblity 6
Getting Started 7
Specifications - General 8
Pre-Deployment Configuration 9
Button and LED Information 12
Installation 14
Completing On-line Setup 16
Updating Firmware 18
Radio and Regulatory Information 19
Troubleshooting 20
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SpecConnect Solution
The SpecConnect solution is comprised of environmental sensors whose data is transmitted wirelessly by the DataScout modem to the web where it can be viewed anywhere in the world.
Retrievers/Pups
The Retriever and Pups
are used to build Spectrum’s wireless sensor network solution. They use a
mesh style of communication, which allows any Pup
within the network to wirelessly route data from another Pup back to the Retriever. The mesh network
is ideal for locations with multiple microclimates within close
proximity of one another
Weather Stations
The WatchDog Full and Mini weather stations
are ideal when one or two logger locations are
sufficient to capture environmental conditions at
any given site.
SpecConnect Web Portal
The DataScout modem communicates weather
data directly to the SpecConnect web portal.
SpecConnect puts current and historical data at
your fingertips. Additionally, users can configure the sensor settings for their stations and
setup alerts directly from the web.
GENERAL OVERVIEW
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Models
The DataScout modems are available with Cellular or WiFi communication options. All Cellular versions are powered with rechargeable batteries and include a solar panel. The WiFi version
offers the option of providing power via an AC/DC power adapter.
Your DataScout package should contain
• Product Manual
• Antenna & antenna stabilizer sleeve
• Rechargeable battery pack, DC Plug Adapter, 5W Solar Pan-
el (all except item 3920)
• AC/DC Power Adapter (item 3920 only)
• Mounting brackets (Enclosure, Solar Panel)
• U-bolt, clamp, and nuts
• Screws (2) for back of unit
• 2 station connection cables (WatchDog 2000 station, Watch-
Dog Retriever)
Item Description
3922 Cellular, CDMA 2G (USA)
3923 Cellular, HSPA+ 3G (North America)
3924 Cellular, HSPA+ 3G (EMEA, APAC, Latin
3920 WiFi, AC/DC Powered
3920S WiFi, Solar Powered
a
Antennas for the a.) cellular and b.) WiFi modems
b
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The DataScout modem is available in various models for global
network capability. A cellular data plan is included with the SpecConnect subscription.
Network Compatibility
Region Modem Carrier
USA Primary 3922 (CDMA)
Various including
Verizon, Sprint
USA
Secondary
3923 (HSPA+)
Various including
AT&T, T-Mobile
Canada,
Mexico
3923 (HSPA+)
Various including
Rogers
All Regions 3920/3920S (WiFi)
Customer Supplied
WiFi Access Point
and Internet Service
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Get your DataScout running in the following nine steps.
• Gather up all of the accessories (brackets, cables, etc.) into
one location for easier setup
• Find a tutorial video online at www.specmeters.com/videos/
Power-up
Station/
Retriever
Retriever should be
pre-configured with
Pups and Sensors
using RPLU (not necessary for Weather
Stations)
Connect
Station to
DataScout
Use the cable appropriate for the unit
being attached (Black
-Retriever, Gray WatchDog 2000 Series)
Connect Power
to DataScout
Connect Battery
Pack and Solar Panel
or AC-DC power cable to DataScout
Connect to
Access Point
(WiFi only)
Hold button for 8
seconds to enter
WiFi provisioning
mode to connect
DataScout to your
WiFi access point
Perform Connection Test
Hold button for 2
seconds to perform a
connection test to
verify that the
DataScout has good
network connectivity
Mount
DataScout with
Station/Retriever
Utilize the included
brackets and hardware to mount the
DataScout with the
Weather Station or
Retriever
Go To
Speconnect.net
Using your PC or
SmartPhone, go to
specconnect.net and
log in with your
username and password
Set Time Zone
On SpecConnect,
navigate to the
Equipment page and
click on Configure for
your Weather Station
or Retriever and set
the local time zone.
View and Man-
age your Data
Use SpecConnect to
view your data, set
alerts, and make
configuration changes to your Weather
Station or Retriever &
Pups Units
pg. 9 pg. 9 pg. 9
pg. 10 pg. 12-13 pg. 14
pg. 16 pg. 16
Getting Started
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Specifications - General
Waterproof
IP65 (with waterproof glands)
External Interfaces
Communication: USB
Station/Retriever: Modular Connector
3.5mm stereo jack not used
Operating
Temperature
14 to 130 °F (-10 to 55 °C)
Station Serial
Interface
9600 Baud
WatchDog
Firmware
Requirement
Retriever: 01.01.01 or greater
2000 Series Full Station: 7.6 or greater
2000 Series MiniStation: 4.1 or greater
Power
Solar: 5W panel, 2200 mAh, 7.2V NiMH
AC/DC: Max 17VDC
LED
3-color (Red, Yellow, Green)
Enclosure
Dimensions
3.75 x 2 x 8 in (9.5 x 5.2 x 20.2 cm)
Weight
Solar powered Cellular and WiFi
5.14 lbs (2.33 kg)
Non-Solar powered Cellular and WiFi
1.70 lbs (0.77 kg)
Disclaimer
After assembly, and prior to shipment, DataScout modems are 100%
functionally tested. Altering components or using non-approved accessories with your DataScout will void the warranty. Damage resulting
from the changing or modification of any internal components, including
SIM cards, will be the sole responsibility of the customer. The use of 3rd
party SIM cards will drastically reduce Spectrum Technology’s ability to
provide technical support for DataScout modems. Data continuity when
using 3rd party SIM cards cannot be guaranteed.
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