INSTRUMENTATION FOR
SOUND AND VIBRATION MEASUREMENTS
SVANTEK Sp. z o.o., Warsaw, Poland
Phone/fax: (+22) 839-00-31 e-mail: office@svantek.com.pl
SV 279 PRO Monitoring Station
User Manual
Warsaw, February 2017
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Table of Contents:
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 4
2. MONITORING STATION SET ............................................................ 6
2.1. SV 279 PRO standard set and optional elements ..................................... 6
2.1.1. SV 279 PRO - waterproof case ............................................................ 8
2.1.2. SD 270 PRO Controller ...................................................................... 11
2.1.3. SP 270 - 3G modem ........................................................................... 12
2.1.4. SVAN 979 - Sound and Vibration Analyser ........................................ 13
2.1.5. SB 270 - external power supply with AC/DC converter ...................... 16
2.1.6. SA 279 - outdoor microphone protection kit........................................ 17
2.2. Optional accessories for SV 279 PRO system ........................................ 18
2.2.1. SV 33A – Class 1 Acoustic Calibrator ................................................ 18
2.2.2. SB 272 - External rechargeable battery ................................ .............. 18
2.2.3. SB 271 - Solar panel .......................................................................... 19
2.2.4. SP 274 - meteo module ...................................................................... 19
3. OPERATING THE STATION ............................................................ 21
3.1. Powering .................................................................................................... 21
3.2. Controller interface ................................................................................... 21
3.3. Modes of station operation....................................................................... 23
3.4. Configuration of the station ..................................................................... 24
3.5. Assembling of the station......................................................................... 25
3.6. Switching on the station ........................................................................... 27
4. REMOTE CONTROL VIA 3G CONNECTION .................................. 28
4.1. SvanNET service ....................................................................................... 28
4.2. Interface functionalities of 3G modem .................................................... 31
4.2.1. Main communication channel ............................................................. 31
4.2.2. SMS / E-mail alarming ........................................................................ 32
4.2.3. SMS command exchange................................................................... 33
4.3. Remote Communication module of SvanPC++ ...................................... 34
5. IMPORTANT NOTES ON OPERATING THE STATION ................. 35
Appendix A. SV 279 PRO Monitoring Station Technical Data .......... 36
Appendix B. List of related documents .............................................. 39
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1. INTRODUCTION
SV 279 PRO is an outdoor monitoring station
based on the SVAN 979 Class 1 sound level
meter and SA 279 outdoor microphone kit. The
solution is recommended for short term and
semi-permanent noise measurement in the
environment.
The IP 65-rated case contains a lead-acid
battery the operating time of which can be easily
extended by connecting an external battery or a
solar panel. The intelligent charging unit enables
the use of a solar panel without expensive
controllers or heavy batteries. The case is fitted
with very robust, waterproof connectors (military
standard).
The station provides broad-band results such as
Leq, Max, Min and Peak with all standard
weighting filters together with an incredible timehistory logging feature with two adjustable
logging steps. The broad-band results can be
recorded in three acoustic profiles which enable
parallel measurements with 3 different filters
(e.g. A, C, Z) as well as 3 different detector time
constants (e.g. Fast, Slow, Impulse).
The SA 279 outdoor kit protects the SVAN 979
preamplifier and microphone from weather
conditions. The SA 279 is made of lightweight
materials and can be easily installed on a mast
with standard mounting threads.
SVAN 979 can be easily removed from the station case and used as a hand-held
sound level meter. The monitoring station uses a 3G modem for remote
communication with the Internet. SvanNET, a relay server, supports the connection
between PC and station. Thanks to SvanNET users may use a mobile phone or
tablet to check the status of the monitoring station.
FEATURES:
• SV 279 PRO is a portable monitoring station housed in an IP67 waterproof
case dedicated for periodic outdoor measurements.
• The station is based on the SVAN 979 which can be easily removed from the
case and used as a hand-held sound level meter.
• Class 1 noise measurements are performed over a very wide dynamic range
over 110 dB from 3 Hz up to 20 kHz.
• The Time history of results such as Leq, Max, Min and Peak is saved on a
micro SD-card.
• The station can perform real-time frequency analysis in 1/1 or 1/3 Octave
bands and save it as time-history data.
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• The 1/3 Octave real-time frequency analysis allows the analysis of the noise
frequency contents. The statistical analysis in 1/3 octave band is used for
verification of noise sources in the environment.
• The time domain signal recording to Wave format works during measurement
and is logged in parallel to a time history. Once downloaded to a PC it can be
played back. Settings such as triggers or recording time are adjustable. In
addition to audio play-back, Wave file can be post-processed in SvanPC++
software that provides the calculation of overall results such as Leq, Lmax,
Lmin, Lpeak as well as 1/3 octave and FFT calculations.
• The 3G modem provides fast data transfer over the Internet to a PC with a
standard Internet connectivity.
• The remote communication settings are automatically adjusted to connect to
the SvanNET.
• The station can be powered from an internal battery, external battery or
external DC power supply and is ready for direct connection to a solar panel.
The powering is managed by the intelligent charging unit.
• The station uses a waterproof CHARGER that is designed for an outdoor use.
• Military standard CONNECTORS provide reliable, robust and waterproof
cable connections.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:
SVAN 979
Class 1 Sound & Vibration Analyser with 1/1 and 1/3 octave, FFT,
Time Domain Signal Recording including: prepolarised ½”
condenser microphone with nominal sensitivity 50 mV/Pa (GRAS
40AE), voltage type (supports 200 V polarisation) microphone
preamplifier (SV 17), foam windscreen (SA 22), USB 1.1 cable
(SC 16)
SM 279 PRO
Outdoor monitoring station for SVAN 979 including: 17Ah battery,
3G modem (SP 270) and external power supply (SB 270)
SC 279
Preamplifier cable for SV 17, 6 meters
SA 270D
Desiccator for outdoor protection kits
SA 279
Outdoor protection kit for GRAS 40AE microphone (microphone,
preamplifier, cable and desiccator not included)
SA 250
Carrying case for SA 279, SB 270, cables and accessories
SvanNET
Web interface and connectivity support
ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE:
SV 33A
Class 1 acoustic calibrator: 1000 Hz/114 dB
SB 272
External battery for SV 27x monitoring stations series (33 Ah)
including indoor charger
SB 271
Solar panel for SV 27x monitoring stations (40 W)
SA 206
Mast with adjustable height from 1.5 meter to 4 meters (cover
SA 21_45 included)
SP 274
Vaisala Weather Transmitter WXTxx type meteo module.
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2. MONITORING STATION SET
2.1. SV 279 PRO standard set and optional elements
The SV 279 PRO station consists of two
carrying cases. The main case is waterproof
with an internal 17 Ah battery and internal
charging unit supporting powering from
external DC or a solar panel. The SVAN 979
Class 1 sound level meter is installed inside,
but can be removed and used as a hand-held
meter.
All accessories fit conveniently into a second
carrying case.
The SV 279 PRO station includes:
• outdoor microphone kit (1),
• waterproof case with battery,
charging unit and connectors (2),
• controller (3),
• SVAN 979 – Class 1 Sound Level
Meter and Analyser (4),
• 3G modem (5),
• power supply (6).
The waterproof case is equipped with:
• external power connector (7),
• SP274 meteo module connector (8),
• air pressure compensation valve (9)
• input signal connector (10).
1 2 3
5 4 6
7 8 10
9
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The outdoor microphone kit (1) and outdoor
charger (6) are packed inside the second
transportation case together with
microphone and charger cables and
windscreen (11).
Additional accessories for SV 279 PRO system, not included in the standard set, but in many
applications essential for reliable system operation and task performance are:
1. acoustic calibrator (SV 33A),
- see chapter 2.2.1
2. external battery 33 Ah including
indoor charger (SB 272),
- see chapter 2.2.2
3. solar panel 40 W (SB 271),
- see chapter 2.2.3
4. meteo module (SP 274)
- see chapter 2.2.4
5. mast with adjustable height from 1.5
meter to 4 meters (SA 206),
Type: Manfrotto
269BU
6. light and sound alarm lamp, 12V DC
(SP 271)
Type: WERMA, LED
Buzzer WM Contin.
tone
1
6
11
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2.1.1. SV 279 PRO - waterproof case
The IP 67 waterproof case houses and protects
the main elements of the monitoring station:
• controller,
• 3G modem,
• SVAN 979 instrument,
• other internal elements such as:
rechargeable battery, connectors, cables,
circuit boards.
Note: Only the SVAN 979 and controller can be disconnected and removed
from the station case by the user. All other disassembling work should be performed
strictly by an authorized service team.
SVAN 979 can be removed from the case by the
user and used as a hand-held sound meter.
To do this the user should;
1. switch off the instrument by pressing
together <Alt> and <Start/Stop> pushbuttons,
2. unscrew the input connector and
disconnect the input cable,
3. disconnect the USB and power cables.
The controller is fixed in the station case by a
Signal Power Combo connector and can also be
removed from the case. To do this the user should
pull the controller up and remove it from the slot.
To return it the user should put the controller in the
slot and press on it to achieve a good fix with the
connector.
Note: The producer does not recommend the removal of the controller without
a sound reason. Double check that the controller has a good fixation in the connector
after a reconnecting!
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The monitoring station case is equipped with an
air pressure compensation valve that enables the
user to open the case easily if the internal
pressure is lower than the atmospheric one.
Any remaining moisture after closing the lid will be
absorbed by the silica gel bags (optional
accessory).
Note: The valve must be closed when the
station is used outdoors, otherwise the case is not
sealed against moisture.
The valve should be released if opening the top lid
is problematic.
The station case is equipped with three Souriau UTO type connectors for:
• input signals from the microphone
(INPUT).
• external Interface for SP 274 meteo
module or alarm lamp.
• powering station and charging the internal
battery (DC SUPPLY).
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To connect the cable to the case socket, start by
lining up the key on the plug and socket, then lock
the connector by turning the ring clockwise (only
the ring close to the socket will rotate).
To disconnect cables, push the connector towards
the station and turn it counter-clockwise. New
connectors require more force so using a closed
hand is more effective than using only fingers.
The station is equipped with a Lead-Acid
rechargeable battery (17Ah, 12V), located in the
bottom of the case.
The battery can be used in any chosen position
without the risk of leakage. The battery has a
pressure relief valves that allows safe dispersal of
any excess pressure inside the cell (VRLA).
Battery capacity may vary depending on the
ambient temperature.
The safety fuse is located on the left side of the
connection plate.
Note: Do not remove the battery from the case! This operation must be done
only by the authorised service.
Note: Battery is not restricted for air, surface and water transport. Classified
as non-hazardous material (IATA/ICAO Special Provision A67, DOT-CFR Title 49
parts 171-189, IMDG amendment 27).
Note: It is necessary to charge the battery after any total discharge, otherwise
the battery may lose its capacity.
Note: It is recommended to charge the battery at least every 6 months in the
case of the station not being used.
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The case cover is equipped with an antenna.
2.1.2. SD 270 PRO Controller
The SV 279 PRO monitoring station is equipped
with the SD 270 PRO controller that integrates and
controls all system modules and is responsible for
the powering of all elements and communication
between the following elements of the monitoring
station:
• SVAN 979 instrument,
• 3G modem
and optionally
• SP 274 meteo module, alarm lamp etc.
A very important task of the controller is power distribution - it provides appropriate DC
power to every element of the system (managing external power sources such as a
power supply SB 270 or optional solar panel or external battery).
The next key task of the controller is the integration of the whole system – examining
the communication, state and condition of every module of the system and the
immediate indication of all problems on the control panel by means of several LEDs or
remotely using 3G Internet connection.
The controller also analyses the temperature condition inside the monitoring station
case. If the internal temperature is higher than 50oC, the controller will switch off
internal battery charging. If the temperature further increases over 65oC, the controller
will switch off the monitoring station. The station will be also switched off, if the internal
temperature falls below -30oC.
A mini USB connector is positioned on the front panel of the controller and is
designated to the controller firmware upgrade.
Note: The mini USB connector on the controller panel doesn’t provide any
measurement or setup data exchange with the PC. Such data exchange is carried out
via the USB Device 1.1 interface of the SVAN 979 (USB socket).
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Note: Communication of controller or SVAN 979 with a PC requires installation
of the USB drivers on your PC. USB driver for Svantek devices are available on
http://svantek.com/support-drivers-software.html
Note: Before starting upgrading be sure that your SvanPC++ software is Off! If
not, please Exit it before starting any upgrading.
To upgrade the firmware of the controller go through the next steps:
1. Switch off SVAN 979 and wait until all LEDs are off.
2. Connect the controller to the PC with SC 56 cable.
3. Run the “file2usb.exe” file on the connected PC. The BAT 1 LED will start
flashing a green colour.
4. After “Success” is registered on the PC, disconnect the SC 56 cable.
Note: In case of any problems with the upgrade, switch off SVAN 979 and wait
until all LEDs are off, then extract the controller from the case and repeat steps from 2
to 4.
2.1.3. SP 270 - 3G modem
The 3G modem (SP 270) provides fast data
transfer over the Internet to a PC with standard
Internet connectivity. A 3G modem type
“GeMalto® EHS6 Terminal” is used.
GeMalto® EHS6 Terminal uses mini-SIM cards
25mm x 15mm with Internet Access. The SIM slot
accepts 1.8V and 3V SIM cards in accordance
with GSM 11.12 Phase 2.
Note: See also GeMalto® EHS6 Terminal user manual.
The SIM-card is inserted with the circuit side
facing left in the slot pushing it until it snaps hold.
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The SIM-card can be removed from the card slot
by using a pen or other flat object. Press on the
card until it snaps out. Use tweezers to remove
the SIM-card from the slot.
If settings of SVAN 979 in “Wireless Transfer” menu are correct then once you insert a
SIM card in the modem slot the remote communication settings of the modem are
automatically adjusted to connect to the SvanNET server. In some cases APN should
be provided.
Note: Be sure that the PIN of the SIM card is off!
2.1.4. SVAN 979 - Sound and Vibration Analyser
SVAN 979 is a Class 1 Sound & Vibration level meter as well as a real time 1/1 or 1/3
octave analyser and is a core of the SV 279 PRO system. Its role is to make
measurements and save results in files, as well as to control data transfer via modem
to the SvanNET server or directly to the PC. The measurement results can be analysed
later with the use of the SvanPC++ software.
SVAN 979 can be easily removed from the case and used as an independent handheld sound or vibration level meter/analyser, not as an integral part of the SV 279 PRO
system.
Main important features of SVAN 979 as a part of SV 279 PRO system:
• Three user configurable profiles allow parallel
measurements with independently defined
frequency filters and RMS detector time
constants. Each profile provides a significant
number of results (like Spl, Leq, Sel, Lden,
LEPd, Ltm3, Ltm5, LN%, LR15, LR60, Ovl,
Peak, Max and Min).
• Advanced time history logging for each profile
provides complete information about the
measured signal using the SD-card fitted in
the bottom of the meter and can be
downloaded to any PC using SvanNET or
SvanPC++ software.
• All required weighting filters: A, B, C, Z are
available with this instrument.
• SVAN 979 can, simultaneously to the meter
mode, perform real time 1/1 Octave or
optional 1/3 Octave analysis including
calculations of statistical levels.
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Note: See also SVAN 979 user manual.
SVAN 979, when it works with the monitoring
station, is powered from an external power
supply via the 6-24V socket.
Data transfer to the modem is via a USB Host
socket, the serial interface working with speeds
up to 2 Mbit/s.
Other instrument sockets are not used in the
SV 279 PRO system.
not used
serial port
external power
Note: For safety reasons, it is recommended to remove the internal batteries
from the instrument when it is inside of the monitoring station case.
To extract the batteries
the user should switch
off the instrument,
unscrew the bolt, take
off the black bottom
cover of the instrument
and slide the battery
tubes out.
The user should then fix the bottom cover back on.
SVAN 979 is delivered with 8GB micro SD-card.
The user may exchange it for a 32GB card, but before insertion the card must be
formatted as FAT32.
The micro-SD Memory Card is in the slot under
the bottom cover and can be accessed after the
bottom cover is removed.
To extract the card from the card-slot, the user
should push on the card and then pull it out of the
slot.
There are three important settings, which should be assured in the instrument as a part
of the monitoring station:
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1. The Compensation Filter should be set to
SA279 (90o) or SA279 (0o) filter (path:
<Menu> / Measurement /
Compensation Filter). Both filters are
dedicated for the permanent outdoor
monitoring application. The characteristics of
the outdoor filters depend on the application:
environmental (the acoustic signal is parallel
to the microphone’s grid) or airport (the
acoustic signal is perpendicular to the
microphone’s grid). The frequency
characteristic of the designed filters is given
in App. C to the SVAN 979 manual.
2. Network should be set to GPRS (path:
<Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Connection /
Network).
3. RS232 should be switched on in the
Communication Ports window (path:
<Menu> / Instrument /
Communication Ports).
Other settings depend on measurement and transmission type.
All measurement, instrument and transmission settings can be set up via SVAN 979
user interface, or remotely via the server SvanNET or SvanPC++ program.
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2.1.5. SB 270 - external power supply with AC/DC converter
SB 270 is waterproof Single Output Switching Power
Supply which is characterised by:
• Universal AC input / Full range (90 ~ 264VAC)
• Protections: Short circuit / Over load / Over
voltage
• Fully encapsulated with IP65 level
• Fully isolated plastic case
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2.1.6. SA 279 - outdoor microphone protection kit
The SA 279 outdoor kit protects the SVAN 979
preamplifier and microphone from weather
conditions. The use of the outdoor kit requires an
extension cable between the instrument and its
preamplifier (SC 279). The SA 279 is made of
lightweight materials and is easy to install on a tripod.
This solution is recommended for short term and
semi-permanent noise measurements in the
environment.
The outdoor microphone kit has ¾” screw on its
bottom which enables the use of standard tripods or
other user specific mountings. Technical data such
as direct and frequency characteristics associated
with the microphone are included in the SVAN 979
user manual.
As an option the user may use desiccator - Silikogel.
The desiccator absorbs moisture commonly
contained in the air. The desiccator should be
regenerated after some period of use, when it
changes colour to red, by drying it for 3 hours in a
temperature of 150°C. The colour of the silica gel is
visible through the hole on the top of the dessicator.
Note: See also SA 279 Assembly Guide to
learn how to assemble and disassemble the
microphone’s outdoor protection.
Note: The correct connection of the microphone is not signalled by the controller
therefore it is recommended to perform a test measurement each time the station is
turned on.
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2.2. Optional accessories for SV 279 PRO system
2.2.1. SV 33A – Class 1 Acoustic Calibrator
For result verification purposes, most norms and
standards impose the requirement to calibrate the
measurement channel before and after each
measurement or measurement session.
An acoustic calibrator is a device which produces an
acoustic pressure of defined level and frequency.
SV 33A Acoustic Calibrator produces an acoustic
pressure of defined level 114 dB at a frequency of 1
kHz. 2.2.2. SB 272 - External rechargeable battery
SB 272 is an external source of DC power for the
monitoring station. SB 272 includes a Lead-Acid
rechargeable battery (33 Ah, 12 V) and is dedicated
for outdoor use because of its waterproof case. The
battery capacity enables up to three times longer
operating time of the monitoring station in
comparison to the station’s internal 17 Ah battery.
The SB 272 set includes the SB 273 indoor charger
and a cable for connection between SB 272 and the
monitoring station case.
SB 272 has one connector for charging and for power supply and therefore cannot be
used as a power supply for the monitoring station and at the same time be charged
itself (as the internal station battery with solar panel or external power supply).
Note: SB 272 cannot be charged by the monitoring station SB 270 power
supply!
Note: Battery is not restricted for air, surface and water transport. Classified as
non-hazardous material (IATA/ICAO Special Provision A67, DOT-CFR Title 49
parts 171-189, IMDG amendment 27).
Note: It is necessary to charge the battery pack after discharge, otherwise the
battery may lose its capacity.
Note: It is recommended to charge the battery at least every 6 months in the
case of the station not being used.
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2.2.3. SB 271 - Solar panel
The SB 271 solar panel (40 Watt, 12 V) extends the
working time of the monitoring station. The size and
weight of the panel enables easy transportation in the
dedicated carrying bag.
The SB 271 solar panel does not require additional
batteries or external controllers.
The mounting system enables mounting of the
SB 271 solar panel above the monitoring case which
provides a natural shade that protects the station
from overheating.
The SB 271 is equipped with a military standard
connector cable for direct connection to the
monitoring station.
2.2.4. SP 274 - meteo module
SP 274 is a Vaisala Weather Transmitter WXTxx
type meteo module used with the SV 279 PRO
monitoring station.
It measures the 6 most essential weather parameters
(barometric pressure, humidity, precipitation,
temperature, wind speed and direction) and also rain
and hail intensity. It has low power consumption
(working also with solar panels), is compact and lightweight, has no moving parts, has internal heating and
USB connection and can be easily installed with a
one-bolt mounting method.
SP 274 has an automatic control circuit that switches
the heating on at low temperatures.
Five measurement weather parameters (barometric
pressure, humidity, temperature, wind speed and
direction) are transferred from SP 274 via USB to the
monitoring station controller every second.
Precipitation is measured and 3 values for rain and
hail (intensity, accumulation and duration) are
transferred, every 10 seconds, only when it is raining
or hailing These parameters are not averaged but
integrated.
Note: See also Vaisala WXT520 User Guide.
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The controller then transfers the weather parameters
to SVAN 979, which saves them in a logger file as a
history if the Meteo position is On in the
Logger Results list (path: <Menu> / Measurement /
Logging / Logger Results).
SVAN 979 also integrates weather parameters for
the period, defined by the parameter
Integration Period in SVAN 979 (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / General Settings) and then saves
them as Summary Results if the Meteo position is
On in the Summary Results list (path: <Menu> /
Measurement / Logging / Summary Results).
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3. OPERATING THE STATION
3.1. Powering
The SV 279 PRO monitoring station can be powered from:
• internal rechargeable battery,
• mains power source (SB 270);
and optionally from:
• external rechargeable battery (SB 272),
• solar panel (SB 271).
When the power supply is connected, it starts to power the station and load the internal
battery in parallel (as a voltage source).
When the external rechargeable battery is connected to the station the station
controller switches the powering from the internal battery to the external one. As soon
as the external battery is discharged the controller switches powering back to the
internal battery.
When the solar panel is connected to the station it starts to load the internal battery (as
a current source). And all the time that the solar panel charges the internal battery, the
station continues to be powered from the internal battery.
The status of powering is indicated at the controller’s panel by a combination of DC,
CHARGING, BAT 1 or BAT 2 LEDs (see Table below).
Note: It is recommended that the batteries of SV 279 PRO and SB 272 are
charged before going on site.
Note: Monitoring station and external battery have their own chargers, which
are incompatible: SB 270 is a waterproof power supply for SV 279 PRO,
whereas SB 273 is an indoor charger for SB 272.
Note: SVAN 979 is powered from the external source and doesn’t use its
internal batteries. Therefore, it is advisable to remove the internal batteries
from SVAN 979 for safety reasons.
3.2. Controller interface
The controller interface consists of several LEDs, which indicate the state of the station
elements or their connection with the controller:
• DC – external power supply connection state (AC/DC converter),
• CHARGING – charging state of the internal battery,
• BAT 1 – internal battery state,
• BAT 2 – additional external battery state,
• SVAN – SVAN 979 connection state,
• 3G – 3G modem connection state.
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Colour of LEDs can be red, orange or green. Colour of SVAN and 3G LEDs reflect the
communication state with the corresponding unit. Colour of DC, CHARGING, BAT 1
or BAT 2 LEDs depend on the state of the power supply and charging of the internal
battery.
The table below shows combinations of LED colours in the specific supply states.
Power from
Internal battery
Power supply
External battery
Solar panel
DC
off
green
off
off
CHARGING
off
• red when
charging;
• green when
charged
off
• red when
charging;
• green when
charged
BAT 1
• green if
loaded > 50%;
• orange if
loaded 2050%;
• red if loaded
<20%;
• off if 0%
loaded or
disconnected
• when
charging,
colour is
changed:
red-orangegreen;
• green when
charged
off
• when
charging,
colour is
changed:
red-orangegreen;
• green when
charged
BAT 2
off
off
• green if
loaded > 50%;
• orange if
loaded 2050%;
• red if loaded
<20%;
• off if 0%
loaded or
disconnected
off
SVAN LED colour is green when there is a connection between the controller and the
SVAN 979 instrument. If there is no connection the colour is red (for example, when
the SVAN 979 instrument is switched off). When there is data transmission between
controller and SVAN 979 the green LED will be blinking.
3G LED colour is green when there is a connection with a modem. If the modem is not
ready or there is an error in data transmission the colour of 3G LED is red. When there
is data transmission to or from the modem the green LED is blinking.
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3.3. Modes of station operation
Operational mode
In the Operational mode, the SVAN 979, controller and 3G modem are switched on
and communication between all modules is functioning correctly.
Data transmission is presented by the blinking lights of SVAN and 3G LEDs on the
controller panel. A transmission error is indicated by the red colour of the 3G LED.
In the operational mode, the following modules are powered continuously: SVAN 979
instrument, controller, 3G modem and outdoor microphone (optionally also the SP 274
meteo module). The power supply for these modules can be switched off only by
turning off the SVAN 979 instrument.
When the station case is open all LED diodes of the controller shine, informing about
the station condition. The SVAN 979 display is switched on permanently regardless of
the instrument’s settings.
When the station case is closed all LED diodes of the controller are off and the
SVAN 979 display is also off in order to save energy.
Battery charging mode
When the SVAN 979 is switched off but there is a power supply (voltage from SP 270
or current from solar panel) only DC, CHARGING and BAT 1 LEDs of the controller
will be active if the lid is open and these show:
• connection of AC/DC converter indicated by green DC LED,
• charging of the internal battery indicated by green CHARGING LED,
• status of the internal battery charging indicated by green-orange-red BAT 1 LED
(green if loaded > 50%; orange if loaded 20-50%; red if loaded <20%).
If the lid is closed all LEDs will be off but charging will continue.
Bootstrap mode
The bootstrap allows upgrades of the internal firmware of the controller.
There are two ways to activate “bootstrap mode”:
• by removing the controller from the monitoring station and connecting it to the
PC through the USB or
• by connecting the controller to the PC via USB while SVAN 979 is off (all LEDs
should be turned off).
Activation of bootstrap mode is indicated by a green BAT 1 LED on the controller
panel.
Note: USB connection between controller and PC can be established only if
USB driver for SVANTEK instruments had been previously installed on the
PC. USB driver can be downloaded from www.svantek.com
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3.4. Configuration of the station
It is strongly advised to configure the remote communication before going on site.
1. Start by opening the SV 279 PRO station and
locating the 3G modem on the right-hand side of
the case.
2. Insert a mini SIM card into the slot in the modem.
The SIM card PIN protection must be disabled.
3. A click sound indicates that the SIM card is in the
right orientation. If necessary, use a tool (e.g.
pen) to push the SIM fully in.
4. Press <Alt>+<Start> on SVAN 979 to turn on
the system.
The station is programmed to automatically establish a
3G connection with SvanNET. It takes up to 5 minutes
to connect. The most important parameter of the
connection is the APN (Access Point Name).
5. Check the Access Point Name (APN) setting in
the SVAN 979.
The default setting for the APN is "internet". It’s
possible that your Internet provider is using a different
APN. In this case the APN must be entered manually,
either via the PC software or the SVAN 979 menu
(path: <Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Transfer
Modem Connection).
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3.5. Assembling of the station
1. The system consists of 2 carrying cases. Before
use check the serial numbers on labels located on
the side of both cases and ensure they are a
matching set.
2. Open the case with accessories and take out the
SA 279 microphone outdoor kit.
3. Mount the SA 279 on a
tripod (not included) or
other stable support.
4. Remove the protection cap from the input socket on
the case by turning it counter-clockwise.
5. To connect the microphone extension cable, start
by lining up the key on the plug and the INPUT
socket, then lock the connector by turning the ring
clockwise (only the ring close to the socket will
rotate).
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6. If you want to power the station from the Power
supply connect the power supply cable to the DC
Supply socket in the same way.
7. Press <Alt>+<Start> on SVAN 979 to turn on the
system.
8. Remove the protection cap from the microphone
and perform a calibration check.
9. Take out from the case with accessories the antibird spike with the foam from the accessories case,
push the foam upwards and mount the tube on the
thread. Then slide the foam down so it hides the
metal parts of the kit.
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10. The station now is ready for use.
3.6. Switching on the station
When the remote communication is installed and the station is fully assembled:
Turn on the SVAN 979 instrument. The controller will turn on automatically.
System integration is checked directly after turning on the controller. This procedure
includes checking the connections with the instrument, the 3G modem (optionally
also the SP 274 meteo module). Additionally, system power and internal
temperature of the station and the battery state are checked.
During the checking procedure, all diodes are red and steady. All errors are
indicated on the front panel by appropriate LED indicators. If all red indicators turn
off after above procedure, then the station is ready to use.
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4. REMOTE CONTROL VIA 3G CONNECTION
The SV 279 PRO station is designed to work with a 3G modem.
Planning and deploying the remote-control system of the SV 279 PRO station doesn’t
require any extensive knowledge in the field of telecommunication. Once all steps
described in chapters 6-8 have been made, you can start working with the station via
the remote control system provided by SVANTEK.
The easiest way to establish remote control is to create a user account for SvanNET
service.
4.1. SvanNET service
SvanNET is an Internet service that simplifies the remote connection between PC and
Svantek monitoring stations.
SvanNET allows usage of all type of SIM cards with a 3G modem regardless of having
INTERNET
SvanNET
GSM OPERATOR
YOUR PC
SVANTEK MONITORING STATION
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a public or private IP. The connection over the SvanNET allows users to:
• use a mobile phone or tablet to watch real time measurement results,
• manually download files and reconfigure the station,
• manually download files and reconfigure the station using SvanPC++_RC
module,
• use the SvanPC++_RC application based on MS Windows® for automatic
control of noise monitoring stations, data archiving, automatic web publication,
etc.
Note: Establishing 3G connection requires usage of a SIM card with no PIN
protection with activated Internet access. Installation of the SIM card is described in
Chapter 6.
SVAN 979 enables the user to define different types of connection via 3G. To configure
connection via SvanNET please follow next steps:
1. Press <Alt>+<Start> on SVAN 979 to turn on the
system.
2. Reset all settings in SVAN 979 using
Factory Settings option (path: <Menu> / Auxiliary
Setup).
Note: Newly purchased stations have factory settings as standard.
3. Set Network to GPRS (path: <Menu> / Instrument /
Wireless Connection / Network).
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4. Check the Access Point Name (APN).
The default setting for the APN is "internet". It is
possible that your Internet provider is using a different
APN. In this case the APN must be entered manually,
either via the PC software or the SVAN 979 menu
(path: <Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Transfer /
Modem Connection).
5. Successful connection to SvanNET is indicated by an
icon on a SVAN 979 display.
“S” means that connection with
SvanNET is established. Bars and
arrows inform about signal quality and data transmission
– in and out.
6. To access SvanNET, log in to
your account at:
https://www.svannet.com/panellogin.php
Once logged in, you can use the web interface to manage the monitoring station:
Note: To learn more about SvanNET see “SvanNET Quick Start Guide”.
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4.2. Interface functionalities of 3G modem
The 3G modem enables the user a wide spectrum of interfacing capabilities using GSM
based internet access.
Internet access, provided by GSM operators, comes with a set of parameters that
define the visibility of the SIM card address in the network. This address can be public
or private (accessible from the outside or not) and can be static or dynamic (same or
different each time the card connects to the Internet). The set of parameters define the
spectrum of available functionalities of the station remotely accessed.
The functionalities that 3G modem offers are:
• Main communication channel
• SMS / E-mail alarms
• SMS command exchange.
4.2.1. Main communication channel
Main communication channel is a TCP connection (a lossless data exchange protocol)
that can be used to exchange commands as specified by Appendix A to the SVAN 979
User Manual. SvanPC++ assures this connection and provides the most accurate and
real-time method of performing data download, performance validation and
measurement start/stop.
Main communication channel of the SV 279 PRO can be established by one of two
available methods: TCP Client or TCP Server.
The TCP Client is a mode of main communication channel in which the 3G Modem is
configured to initiate connection to a designated address (remote host). Each time a
reconnection period (default value is 30 seconds) has elapsed, the SV 279 PRO
attempts to establish a TCP connection to a designated address on a designated port
(Data Port). Should the connection be established successfully, the SV 279 PRO can
exchange commands as in TCP Server mode. Should the connection attempt fail or is
broken by the remote host, the SV 279 PRO will attempt to connect again after
another reconnection period has elapsed.
To prevent the connections from going idle (a state in which the connection seems
active, but no data can be transferred – it may happen due to GSM operator terminating
the link, but the TCP protocol not being able to detect it), the station maintains the
connection to the server by sending small packages of data at reconnection period
(which by default is one minute). If the transfer is not properly acknowledged by the
other party, the connection will be terminated.
Note: TCP Client mode is used in the SvanNET service.
The SV 279 PRO uses the TCP Client mode to connect to SvanNET (this is the
default setting of the SVAN 979). The user also connects to SvanNET via web browser
or SvanPC ++, and the service creates a "bridge" between the station and the user. In
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this case, the user does not need to buy more options for SIM card (public dynamic or
public static IP addresses are typically optionally payed and often hard to obtain). The
essence of SvanNET is to simplify the procedures and requirements necessary for the
connection.
TCP Server is a mode in which the 3G modem is configured to act as a server for
incoming connections. The modem is waiting for the first connection to be established
on a designated port (called Data Port; default 8001). Such connection can come from
any application - an initiator of the TCP connection (such as SvanPC++) called remote
peer. This mode is recommended as it gives the initiative to the application. This mode
requires the SIM with a public address (also called public IP).
The TCP Server mode uses a so-called Registration. This is a method of translation
of a dynamic address to a form of a static credentials. It is essential for effective use
of a SIM card with a dynamic IP. The dynamic IP means that the IP address is changed
each time the modem establishes connection to the Internet. The Registration feature
allows to use the current internet address by an external application for the connection.
There are two Registration methods supported by SV 279 PRO:
1. DynDns
2. Address Server
The DynDns is a service that allows to translate a static name to the internet address.
The special controlling application uses this name to identify the SV 279 PRO in the
Internet as an internet address. The properly configured station provides means to
validate its internet address to be recognized in the Internet. The static name provided
by DynDns service is translated by the DNS protocol to a given internet address to
which an application can connect to.
Note: To use this method the user should have a DynDns account and to
input its credentials (host name, login name and password) into the
SVAN 979 configuration. For more details regarding DynDns service consult
http://www.dyndns.org.
The Address Server is a Svantek own initiative of providing the instrument's current
internet address. In this mode, the SV 279 PRO provides its current internet address
to Svantek server. SvanPC++ is getting said address to be able to connect to it. This
mode doesn’t require any payments for the account and obtaining any credentials as
it comes preconfigured to the user, but it requires access to www.svantek.com
domain from the GSM operator network.
Note: To use this method contact your local SVANTEK distributor.
4.2.2. SMS / E-mail alarming
SMS / E-mail alarming functionality allows the SV 279 PRO to inform the user about
exceeded thresholds by SMS and/or E-mail notification. The SV 279 PRO can send
an SMS to a defined number(s) and/or an E-mail to a defined address(s) with alarm,
including the current value of the monitored result against the threshold level.
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SVAN 979 has two alarm modes: simple and advanced. Simple alarm mode is based
on the configuration of the I/O port in the Multifunction I/O window (path: <menu> /
Instrument / Multifunction I/O) in which the user can set the trigger for alarm output
signal with respect to the threshold level and additionally enable sending alarm
messages by SMS to one number and/or e-mail also to one address.
Advanced alarm mode enables extended functionality and requires the use of
SvanPC++ or SvanNET to set up alarms. In this case, the user can configure far more
complex alarms (e.g. send an alarm when the level of source exceeds 75 dB during at
least 10 seconds but only on weekdays). Additional extension is that alerts can be send
to more than one phone number / e-mail address (for more details see Appendix L:
Description of Advanced Alarms in SVAN 979 to the SVAN 979 User Manual).
The E-mail alarming requires the credentials of the e-mail server to be used for it,
including the SMPT server name, the port number, sender name, login and password.
The content of the message is created automatically and the user can add his own
information to it.
Note: SvanNET provides also an e-mail service.
The use of SvanNET simplifies the configuration
of the station by only switching on the SvanMail
position in the SVAN 979 configuration menu
(path: <Menu> / Instrument / Wireless Transfer /
E-mail Settings).
The SV 279 PRO stations support SSL (Secure Socket Layer) connections to e-mail
servers that require encryption.
Note: SvanNET e-mail service uses SSL connection.
It should be noted that SMS alarming does not require the modem to establish internet
connection and, as such, the SIM card does not require any data transfer plan as
sending SMS messages is done entirely over GSM network. E-mails still require
access to the internet.
4.2.3. SMS command exchange
SMS command exchange allows any command from the Appendix A. Remote Control
to the SVAN 979 User Manual to be exchanged via SMS. By sending a command as
specified by the said document, the SV 279 PRO can provide a response. This feature
is particularly useful when retrieving the current state of the station.
Like SMS alarming, this feature does not require an active internet connection.
The functionality is useful tool in some situations. In particular, to send “Reset” or
“#7,RM;” (reset communication) command when there is a loss of remote
communication.
The functionality does not require any additional configuration as is always active when
modem is on.
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4.3. Remote Communication module of SvanPC++
SvanPC++ is more sophisticated software than SvanNET in regards to data view and
data process functionality. It can utilize all above described communication channels,
also via SvanNET. For this purpose, SvanPC++ should be completed with special
Remote Communication module, which usually is delivered as an option to
SvanPC++.
SvanPC++ with Remote Communication module is described in details in the
SvanPC++ User Manual.
In the SvanNET Quick Start Guide, it is described how to install connection with the
monitoring station from the SvanPC++ via SvanNET.
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5. IMPORTANT NOTES ON OPERATING THE STATION
Note 1: Only the SVAN 979 and controller can be disconnected and removed from
the station case by the user. All other disassembling work should be
performed strictly by an authorized service team.
Note 2: The producer does not recommend the removal of the controller without a
sound reason. Double check that the controller has a good fixation in the
connector after a reconnecting!
Note 3: Do not remove the battery from the case! This operation must be done only
by the authorised service.
Note 4: For safety reasons, it is recommended to remove the internal batteries from
the instrument when it is inside of the monitoring station case.
Note 5: The correct connection of the microphone is not signalled by the controller
therefore it is recommended to perform a test measurement each time the
station is turned on.
Note 6: During station operation it is recommended to charge the internal battery as
often as possible; this will extend battery life.
Note 7: If the station is not in use for a long period, it is recommended that the internal
battery is charged at least once every six months.
Note 8: Monitoring station and external battery have their own chargers, which are
incompatible: SB 270 is a waterproof power supply for SV 279 PRO, whereas
SB 273 is an indoor charger for SB 272.
Note 9: SVAN 979 is powered from the external source and doesn’t use its internal
batteries. Therefore, it is advisable to remove the internal batteries from
SVAN 979 for safety reasons.
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Appendix A. SV 279 PRO Monitoring Station Technical Data1
Nr
Parameter
Value/ Description
Physical data
1
Dimensions
SM 279 PRO – 300 x 260 x 190 mm
SA 250 – 450 x 400 x 155 mm
2
Weight
SM 279 PRO – ~10 kg
SA 250 – ~4 kg
4
Leakproof
classification
SM 279 PRO – IP67 according to EN 60529 (1997) + A1
(2000)
5
Working
temperature
range
-30C do +60C (Ambient air temperature, without direct
sunlight).
Note: Outside this range the station will automatically switch
itself off.
Note: In charging mode the range of working temperature is:
-20C to +50C !
6
Storage
temperature
range
SM 279 PRO and SA 250: -40C to +70C
9
Working relative
humidity range
0 – 100 %RH
Power Supply
20
Internal battery
Europower EP 17-12 (12 V, 17 Ah)
21
SV 279 PRO
power
consumption
without charging
Modem is switched off: ~1,1W
Mean infrequent short transmissions: ~1,6W
Continuous transmission: ~2,1W
22
Operating time
when powered
from the internal
battery, (20C,
17 Ah, fully
charged)
Modem is switched off: ~190h (~8d)
Mean infrequent short transmissions: ~120h (~5d)
Continuous transmission: ~90h (~4d)
23
SV 279 PRO
power
consumption
including
charging
up to 30W ±5%
1
Our Company’s policy is based upon continuous product development and innovation. Therefore, we
reserve the right to change the specifications without any prior notice whatsoever
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Nr
Parameter
Value/ Description
24
External DC
input
voltage: 10,5 V to 28 V
Note: When external DC input voltage is in the range 11 V
to 15 V, the station is powered from the external DC source
but the internal battery is not charged!
25
External DC
power supply
SB 270
15 V, 4 A, 60 W
External battery
SB 272
Europower EP 33-12 (12 V, 33 Ah)
26
Operating time
when powered
from the internal
and external
SB272 batteries,
(20C, 17+33 Ah,
fully charged)
Modem is switched off: ~550h (~23d)
Mean infrequent short transmissions: ~350h (~14d)
Continuous transmission: ~280h (~12d)
27
Solar panel
(option)
System best fit with solar panel with a MPPV voltage
17,50,5V and power in the range of 30W to 120 W (without
control system).
Note: Size and power of the panel depend on the climate of
the area where the station operates.
Measurement Line
30
SVAN 979
Meter/analyser
Datasheets are available at http://www.svantek.com .
31
SA 279 outdoor
kit
Set of weather protection for SV 12L preamplifier and ACO
7052E microphone.
32
ACO 7052E
microphone
Pre-polarised 1/2” condenser microphone with sensitivity 35
mV/Pa.
Note: With the use of Outdoor Airport type compensation filter (filter must be
defined in SVAN 979, see chapter 2.1.4) the acoustic characteristics of SA 279
conforms the class 1 sound meters and IEC 61672:2002 standard for the
direction 0 degree (normal direction regarding the microphone membrane). With
the use of Outdoor Environmental type compensation filter the acoustic
characteristics of SA 279 is switched to the direction 90 degree (parallel to the
microphone membrane).
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Nr
Parameter
Value/ Description
SP 274 meteo module and wind-gauge
40
Temperature
range: -52C do +60C,
accuracy: 0.3C (@ 20C)
41
Atmospheric
pressure
range: 600 – 1100 hPa
accuracy: ±0.5 hPa at 0 ... +30 °C (+32 ... +86 °F)
±1 hPa at -52 ... +60 °C (-60 ... +140 °F)
42
Relative humidity
range: 0 – 100 %RH
accuracy: ±3 %RH within 0 ... 90 %RH
±5 %RH within 90 ... 100 %RH
43
Wind speed
range: 0 – 60 m/s
accuracy: 3 % (@ 10m/s)
44
Wind direction
range: 0– 360
accuracy: 3
45
Precipitation
Rainfall, Rain duration, Rain intensity, Hail, Hail duration,
Hail intensity
46
Measurement
update
Temperature, Pressure, Humidity, Wind: 1 s
Precipitation: 10 s
Note: SVAN 979 acquire every 1s above data from the
SP 274 and average them to the step of Summary Results
or Logger (see SVAN 979 manual).
SR step range (integration period): 1 s – 24 hours.
LOG step range (logger step): 1 s – 24 hours.
GSM Modem
50
3G modem type
and features
GeMalto® EHS6-T Terminal
Five Bands UMTS (WCDMA/FDD): 800, 850, 900, 1900 and
2100 MHz
51
3G modem
specifications
HSDPA Cat.8 / HSUPA Cat.6 data rates
DL: max. 7.2 Mbps, UL: max. 5.76 Mbps
EDGE Class 12 data rates
DL: max. 237 kbps, UL: max. 237 kbps
GPRS Class 12 data rates
DL: max. 85.6 kbps, UL: max. 85.6 kbps
52
3G modem
approvals
R&TTE, GCF, CE, FCC*, PTCRB*, IC*, UL
AT&T* and other local approvals and provider
Certifications *) EHS6-T only
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Appendix B. List of related documents
1. SVAN 979 User Manual (www.svantek.com)
2. SvanNET Quick Start Guide (www.svantek.com)
3. SvanPC++ User Manual (www.svantek.com)
4. SA 279 Assembly Guide (www.svantek.com)
5. GeMalto® EHS6 Terminal User Manual (www.gemalto.com)
6. WXT520 User Guide (www.vaisala.com)
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