Unitec Sentine Installation Manual
Sentinel
Installation Manual
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SENTINEL
SENTINEL INSTALLATION MANUAL
Revision A
This manual provides comprehensive installation procedures for the Sentinel. It
includes the process of site planning, site preparation, the mechanical installation of
the SentineI and the electrical wiring of the unit.
If further assistance is needed, please contact the distributor from which the Sentinel
was purchased.
When calling for assistance, you must have the following information available:
Sentinel Serial Number:
Distributor Name:
DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cau se harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
COPYRIGHT
© 2012 Unitec, Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this book, including text,
screen examples, diagrams, or icons, may be reproduced or transmitted in any form,
by any means (electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without prior written
permission of Unitec, Incorporated.
TRADEMARKS
Sentinel, Unitec, and the Unitec Logo are trademarks, service marks, or registered
trademarks of Unitec, Incorporated.
All other products, services, and company names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
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Table of Contents
1 Site Planning and Preparation ......................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Positioning the Sentinel.........................................................................................................2
1.2.1 In-Bay Applications ......................................................................................................................2
1.2.2 Express Wash Applications..........................................................................................................2
1.3 Electrical Preparation.............................................................................................................4
1.3.1 Conduit Installation.......................................................................................................................4
1.3.2 Power Requirements....................................................................................................................5
1.3.3 Site Wiring Requirements ............................................................................................................5
2 Mechanical Installation..................................................................................................................7
2.1 Hardware Required................................................................................................................7
2.2 Recommended Tools.............................................................................................................7
2.2.1 Mechanical Installation Tools.......................................................................................................7
2.3 Base Installation ....................................................................................................................8
2.4 Mounting the Sentinel............................................................................................................9
3 Electrical Installation....................................................................................................................10
3.1 Hardware Required..............................................................................................................10
3.2 Recommended Tools...........................................................................................................10
3.3 General................................................................................................................................10
3.4 Connecting Power ...............................................................................................................11
3.5 Network Connection ............................................................................................................12
3.6 Wash Control Wiring............................................................................................................13
3.6.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................13
3.6.2 Wiring the Wash Relay Interface................................................................................................13
3.6.3 Wiring the Wash-In-Use Interface..............................................................................................14
3.7 Intercom Systems................................................................................................................16
3.7.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................16
3.7.2 Intercom Connections................................................................................................................16
3.7.3 Intercom Adjustments................................................................................................................16
3.7.4 Connection Overview.................................................................................................................16
3.8 Camera Connection.............................................................................................................17
3.9 Gate Wiring..........................................................................................................................17
3.10 Connecting the Reach Free ID Option..............................................................................17
4 System Startup .............................................................................................................................18
5 System Test...................................................................................................................................18
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Appendix A. Sentinel Base - Bo ttom Up View..............................................................................20
Appendix B. Sentinel Networking..................................................................................................21
Appendix C. POS Interface External POS Option.........................................................................27
Index of Figures
Figure 1. Express Exterior Island....................................................................................................3
Figure 2. Conduit Runs...................................................................................................................4
Figure 3. Bottom View of Base .......................................................................................................5
Figure 4. Top Plate of Base Frame..................................................................................................8
Figure 5. Sentinel Base with Mounting Plates ................................................................................9
Figure 6. Sentinel Interior............................................................................................................. 11
Figure 7. Neutral - Ground – Line Connections........................................................................... 12
Figure 8. 6-Pin Phoenix Connector..............................................................................................15
Figure 9. BNC Male Plug for Camera Connection........................................................................17
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1 Site Planning and Preparation
1.1 Introduction
This chapter provides guidelines for planning the Sentinel installation and preparing the site. Site
preparation includes:
• Determining how and where the Sentinel will be mounted
• Installing conduit runs and required wiring
These instructions serve as general guidelines only. If your wash manufacturer’s installation requirements
differ from these guidelines, always meet the wash manufacturer’s r equirements first.
Requirements specified in local electrical and building codes must be followed and shall take precedence
over the guidelines provided within this document. All units should be installed by a professiona l electr ician
ONLY.
The Sentinel is rated for the following environmental specifications:
• Temperature: -20° F to 115° F
• Humidity: 0% to 100%
The following symbol is used in the Sentinel:
This symbol represents the presence of earth-grounded eq uipment.
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1.2 Positioning the Sentinel
1.2.1 In-Bay Applications
For in-bay automatics and other applications where the Sentinel is installed at the wa sh entrance, it should
be placed 10’-14’ from the wash to ensure the proper timing and flow of custom ers.
For curb mount applications, the front surface of t he Sentinel sh ould be even with the edge of the curb. To
achieve this dimension, the base frame should be installed so its leading edge is 7 in. fr om the edge of the
curb.
1.2.2 Express Wash Applications
Express Exterior sites should be designed to provide 9 ft. wide traffic lanes at the Sentinels. The traffic
control (or barrier) gate should be located approximately 10 ft. from the center of the Sentinel and an
underground vehicle detection loop is required under the gate arm. In some cases, it may be desirable to
install a 2
the vehicle queue.
If the Unitec Reach Free ID (RFID) option is included, the RF Antenna should be located adjacent to the
Sentinel.
(antenna) option. Refer to the installation instructions provide d with the gate and RFID option for guidance
in installing these devices.
nd
loop between the gate and tunnel entrance (referred to as the merge loop) to proper ly manage
Figure 1 provides guidelines for the design of an Express lane with the Sentinel, gate and RFID
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Figure 1. Express Exterior Island
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1.3 Electrical Preparation
1.3.1 Conduit Installation
A typical installation will require 3 conduit runs for, power, data and wash control lines. DO NOT run data
wires in the AC Power or Wash Control conduits. Additional conduit runs may be needed when a gate or
the Sentinel RFID option are to be used. Conduit size should be at least ¾ in, a larger conduit may be
required depending on the quantity and gauge of wires to be installed. Refer to local and national
electrical codes to select the proper conduit type and size.
planning.
Figure 2 provides guidelines for conduit
Figure 2. Conduit Runs
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Figure 3. Bottom View of Base
1.3.2 Power Requirements
The Sentinel requires 120 VAC, 8 Amps service. In applications where barrier gates are to be used, each
gate requires 120 VAC, 5 Amps service. The Sentinel and gate must be powered from se parate circuit s.
Ensure the protective earth ground wires do not carry any motor return current. Only
Note:
the neutral wire should carry retu rn current. Follow local electrica l code when wiring
the Sentinel. All units should be installed by a profe ssional ele ctrician ONLY.
1.3.3 Site Wiring Requirements
Wiring requirements will vary by site depending on the type of wash equipment and the Sentinel
configuration. The following table shows site wiring, which may be needed. As wires are pulled through
conduit, ensure there is at least 6 ft. of wire extending from the end of the conduit stu b.
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Circuit Description Wire Qty Wire Requirements
Sentinel Power (115-120 VAC, 8 Amps). 3 16 AWG minimum, black/white/green
Gate Power (115-120 VAC, 5 Amps). 3 16 AWG minimum, black/white/green
Network connection (to router) 1 Cat 5 communications cable, 295 ft max length
Wash Signaling (required if the Sentinel will be
connected to the wash controller)
Intercom
(Required to interface with site intercom)
Camera
(Required for Sentinel camera option)
Gate Control – from gate controller to Sentinel
(Required if gate controller is use d)
Gate Control - from gate controller to gate
(Required if gate controller is use d)
Gate Control – from Sentinel to Gate
(Required if gate is used without gate controller)
RFID Option
(from RFID Antenna to Sentinel)
Varies
Refer to wash equipment manufacturer’s
instructions
4 22 AWG minimum
1 Type RG59/U coaxial cable
4 18 AWG minimum
3 18 AWG minimum
4 18 AWG minimum
1 Cable is supplied with RFID kit
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