EC Manual Satellite Communication 13837

Satellite
Communication
for Eddy Covariance and
Soil Gas Flux Systems
Instruction Manual
Satellite Communication
for Eddy Covariance
and Soil Gas Flux Systems
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Publication Number: 984-13837
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1 April 2015 First Edition
2 July 2016 Second edition; Updated EC and Biomet configuration
instructions.
3 October 2016 Third edition; Updates related to the SmartFlux® 2 System.
Build Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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Notes on Safety
This LI-COR product has been designed to be safe when operated in the manner described in this manual. The safety of
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Contents
Section 1. Overview of the Communication System

Parts List 1-2
Hughes 9502 Components 1-3
Product Labels 1-4
Cable Connections and Indicators 1-4
Status Indicators 1-5
Section 2. Initial Setup

Tools 2-1
Time 2-1
Basic Steps 2-1
Initial Assembly 2-4
Mounting the Communication Enclosure 2-5
Mounting the Antenna 2-7
Pointing the Antenna 2-9
Securing Cables 2-10
Section 3. Configuring the Communication System

Log In 3-1
Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-2
Configure the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-4
View the IP Address 3-6
Section 4. Configure an Eddy Covariance System

Connect Instruments to the Hughes 9502 4-1
Configure the Instrument Network Settings 4-2
Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System Communication 4-2
Configure LI-7700 Communication 4-4
Configure Biomet System Communication 4-7
Connect with Remote Instruments 4-11
Connect to the LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System 4-11
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Section 5. Connecting with an LI-8100A
Modify the LI-8100A Configuration 5-3
LI-8100A File Transfer 5-4
Copying Files from Internal Storage… 5-5
Copying Files from the Compact Flash Card… 5-5
Section 6. Advanced Operations

Recommended IP Addresses 6-1
Using the Content Watchdog 6-1
Configure PC Network Communication 6-2
Section 7. Troubleshooting
Unable to connect with remote devices 7-1
Unable to detect a satellite 7-1
Section 8. Maintenance
Appendix A. Specifications
Appendix B. Suppliers
Appendix C. Warranty
Appendix D. Index
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Section 1.
Overview of the Communication System
Communication modules enable remote wireless communication with LI-COR
eddy covariance systems, soil gas flux systems, and other systems that support Eth-
ernet communication. The 7900-720 satellite communication system provides
access to most sites located in most parts of the world, with the exception of the
poles and areas that are blocked from geostationary satellites.
In these instructions, the term terminal is used to refer to the Hughes 9502 satellite
modem that connects your system to the Internet.
Figure 1-1. The 7900-720 communication system transfers data from a site to computer net-
works through a geostationary satellite.
Satellite Communication 1-1

Parts List
If you have just taken delivery of the communication system, check the packing list
to verify that you received everything that was ordered.
The system includes an enclosure, satellite terminal, high-gain antenna, power
cables, data cables, and hardware to support an LI-7500x or LI-7200x eddy cov-
ariance system and one additional instrument—either the LI-7700 Open Path CH4
Analyzer or a Biomet System. The communication system also supports the
LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux System.
l Satellite Terminal - Hughes 9502 satellite terminal (part number 616-13655).

Includes antenna, terminal mounting strap, 10 m cable, cable adapter, and azi-
muth/elevation bracket.
l Antenna - (part number 609-13832) Laird Technologies® omnidirectional
high-gain antenna. Includes antenna, mounting hardware and a 5 m (15 ft)
cable (part number 380-13839).
l Antenna Mounting Post - (part number 9879-064) 1.5 m (59 inch) anodized
aluminum post with angled tip. To mount the antenna.
l Power Cable - (part number 392-14582) 5-meter power cable with bare leads.
l Enclosure - (part number 9979-025) An all-weather electronics enclosure to pro-
tect the instrumentation from the elements.
l PVC Strain Relief Fittings - (part number 6579-054) Two PVC junction caps
and locknuts (part number 259-13741) are included to provide strain relief for
the antenna, power, and communication cables. They also help prevent water
from splashing into the enclosure openings.
l Metal Wool - Three pieces of stainless steel or bronze wool are included. Insert
these into the strain relief-cable openings to help prevent water from splashing
into the enclosure and to keep insects and small animals out of the enclosure.
l 26 cm Enclosure Mounting Kit - (part number 9979-022) See Figure 2-1 on
page 2-6 for a parts breakdown.
l Shielded Ethernet Cable (part number 392-13977) - 5 m (16.4 ft) Ethernet
cable with straight RJ45 to 8-pin Turck® terminal.
1-2 Satellite Communication

Table 1-1. Communication system parts shipped from LI-COR.

Description Qty. Part Number
26 cm Enclosure w/ Internal Mounting Plate 1 9979-025
M3 - 0.5x8 mm Stainless Steel Pan Screws 4 150-13642
Enclosure Mounting Kit 1 9979-022
1" PVC Strain Relief Fitting 2 6579-054
1" Strain Relief Fitting Locknut 2 259-13741
3.9 in (99 mm) Cable Ties 10 218-08499
11.4 in (290 mm) Cable Ties 10 218-11027
Cables
Coaxial Antenna Cable (4.6 m; 15 ft) 1 380-13839
8-pin Male to RJ45 Ethernet Cable (5 m; 16.4 ft) 1 392-13977
Standard Ethernet Cable (2.1 m; 7 ft) 1 616-06116
Some parts are shipped directly from Galaxy 1 Communications (Table 1-2 below).
Table 1-2. Satellite communication system parts shipped from Galaxy 1

Communications.
Description Quantity
Satellite Terminal
Hughes 9502 1
High-Gain Antenna 1
Antenna Cable (10 meter; 32.8 ft) 1
Antenna Cable Coaxial Adapter 1
Antenna Mounting Hardware
Hughes 9502 Components

The Hughes 9502 includes a product information label on the bottom of the unit
and important safety information on the top.
For additional information on the Hughes 9502 see
http://www.hughes.com/technologies/mobilesat-systems/mobile-satellite-
terminals/hughes-9502-bgan-m2m for these documents:
l Hughes 9502 Fixed Satellite Terminal User Guide

l Hughes 9502 Quick Setup Guide
Hughes 9502 Components 1-3

Product Labels
The satellite terminal includes a caution label that warns that the unit may become
hot.
Cable Connections and Indicators

The cable connections are labeled below:
The indicator LEDs show the power, GPS, and signal status:

Status Indicators
l Pointing Mode: All three LEDs flashing at 1 Hz.
l Registering: Power LED on, GPS LED on or flashing, Network LED off.
l Registered: Power LED on, GPS or, Network LED flashing.
l Connected: All three on; all three off after 1 minute time out.
Status Indicators 1-5


Section 2.
Initial Setup
This section describes how to assemble, deploy, and maintain the communication
system.
Tools
The following tools are required:
l Phillips screwdriver
l Bolt drivers or wrenches: 16 mm, 13 mm, and 8 mm (5/8", 1/8" and 5/16" SAE
equivalents)
l Standard slotted screwdriver (optional, instead of 8 mm driver)
l Post driver for antenna post
Time
The hardware installation will take about 30 to 60 minutes. Software configuration
will take about 15 to 30 minutes. Activating the terminal depends upon the wire-
less service provider.
Basic Steps
Note: We highly recommend that you fully assemble the system, configure your
network account, and test the system in your office or lab before deploying it in
the field.

1 Arrange a Data Plan

Prior to using the satellite radio you need to arrange a data plan with a wireless ser-
vice provider in your area. We recommend Inmarsat BGAN M2M from Galaxy 1
Communications, but you can choose another provider if you prefer.
Important: Be sure that your service provider supports two-way communication

and that they have configured your account to allow two-way communication
through their firewall.
2 Assemble the System

Assemble the components and install the data cables and power supply cables for
the system. See Initial Assembly on page 2-4.
3 Configure the Sensor Network

The terminal and instruments must be configured to communicate with each
other.
l For a basic CO2 /H2 O eddy covariance system see Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x
Eddy Covariance System Communication on page 4-2.
l To add an LI-7700 see Configure LI-7700 Communication on page 4-4.
l To add a 7900 Biomet System see Configure Biomet System Communication on
page 4-7.
l To add an LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux System see Connecting with an LI-8100A on
page 5-1.
4 Connect to the System

If everything is configured properly, you'll be able to access your eddy covariance
system from any computer on the Internet. When connected to the system you will
be able to do some or all of the following:
l Download processed flux results.

l Connect with the FluxSuite web service (www.fluxsuite.com)
l Download data from the LI-8100A Soil Gas Flux system (see Connecting with an
LI-8100A on page 5-1).
l Modify instrument configurations (see Connect with Remote Instruments on
page 4-11 and Connecting with an LI-8100A on page 5-1).

Caution: Be careful to avoid data overage charges! You can easily transfer many
megabytes of data over the satellite terminal, which may incur large data
charges. We recommend that you:
l Disable automatic updating on your computer when connected to the satellite
system.
l Refrain from opening web pages in your browser when configuring your
satellite connection.
l Do not download raw data from your site.
l Do not leave the connection open for longer than necessary.
l Monitor your data usage. If you use Galaxy 1 Communication, register with
their billing services (https://www.ibisbilling.com) to track your data usage
and set limits to data transfer.
Section 2. Initial Setup 2-3

Initial Assembly
This section describes the initial configuration of the communication system.
1 Assemble the system.

Install the power cable first. Mount the terminal in the enclosure as shown.

2 Install the Ethernet data cable and antenna cable.

A long, weatherproof Ethernet cable (part number 392-13977 for the LI-7550) con-
nects the terminal to the LI-7550 or LI-8100A Ethernet port.
3 Mount the enclosure, antenna, and antenna cable.

The antenna cable is a slender coaxial cable. Tighten both cable connections
securely. Mount the antenna to a tripod or mast so it has adequate reception from
the wireless service provider. Be sure that the antenna placement does not obstruct
the wind or alter any of the variables that are measured at the site (see Mounting the
Antenna on page 2-7).
Mounting the Communication Enclosure

The enclosure is designed to mount to a tripod, tower, or post. The box should be
mounted at the base of the tower, away from instruments. The communication and
power cables should be attached to the tower so that strain is not applied to the
cable or connectors and to avoid sharp bends in the cables.
Two mounting brackets (part number 9979-022) and band clamps are used to
mount the communication module to a tower or tripod. The box can be bolted dir-
ectly to a flat surface as well.
The mounting brackets and band clamps are designed to accommodate a mounting
post of up to 7 cm (2.75 inches) in diameter. Hardware is included to attach the
mounting plates to the communication module using 4 hex head bolts (part
Mounting the Communication Enclosure 2-5

number 150-12943). The band clamp brackets are attached to the mounting plates,
and then the band clamps can be inserted through the holes in the band clamp
brackets and tightened around the post, as shown in Figure 2-1 below.
Figure 2-1. Attach mounting plates to the enclosure, attach hose clamp mounting brackets
to mounting plates, and secure to a mast using band clamps.
Item Qty. Part No. Description

1 4 150-12943 M6x1 × 16 MM Hex Head Bolt
2 4 167-02054 Flat Washer 1/4 x 5/8”
3 2 167-05635 Split Washer 5/16”
4 2 235-13234 Single Bolt Flared Leg Mounting Bracket
5 2 300-13293 Hose Clamp, 9/16”
6 2 9879-060 15 cm Mounting Plate
6 2 9879-045 26 cm Mounting Plate
7 2 included w/ item #4 5/16-24 × 1/2” Hex Head Bolt
8 2 included w/ item #4 5/16” Flat Washer

Mounting the Antenna

Warning: Maintain at least 20 cm separation distance between the antenna and
your body when the terminal is powered on. Do not stand in front of the
antenna or place your head or body parts in front of the antenna when the sys-
tem is operational.
Position the antenna so that it has clear reception and does not interfere with the
variables you are measuring. Be sure it does not shadow any radiation sensors,
obstruct the rain gauge, or obstruct eddies in an eddy covariance system.
Important: The antenna is a transmitter/receiver that broadcasts electromagnetic

radio signals. Some electronic devices, data recorders, and sensors may be sus-
ceptible to radio interference from this antenna. Therefore, it is important to pos-
ition the antenna at a reasonable distance from sensors and data recorders. Never
put the antenna in an instrument enclosure, adjacent to instruments on your
instrument platform, or pointing toward instruments or cables. Maximize the dis-
tance between instruments and the antenna using the provided 15 m cable to
reduce the chance of radio interference.
1 Before you dig!

Check to ensure that there are no underground gas lines, electrical lines, or unex-
ploded ordnance in the vicinity.
2 Drive the antenna mounting post.
Drive the post at least 18 inches (0.5 m) into the ground and attach the antenna
using the included bracket and band clamp. In sandy, muddy, or loose soils addi-
tional support may be required to secure the mounting post.
3 Install the Azimuth/Elevation Bracket on the antenna.
Then install the antenna as shown in Figure 2-3 on the next page.
Mounting the Antenna 2-7

Figure 2-2. Azimuth/Elevation Bracket.
Figure 2-3. Antenna mounting configuration. Drive the post at least 45 cm (18 inches) into
the ground or more in sandy, loose, or muddy soil.

Pointing the Antenna

The antenna must be outside and have an unobstructed view of the southern sky in
the northern hemisphere, or the northern sky in the southern hemisphere. The
minimum useful signal strength is 50 db.
With a PC
You can get the azimuth and elevation angle by powering up the device, letting it
get a GPS fix, and then checking the pointing information in the software.
1 Get the GPS fix.

Orient the antenna flat, facing the sky so that it can see as many GPS satellites as
possible. Once it gets the initial GPS fix (GPS LED solid green), you can point the
antenna toward the Inmarsat satellite.
2 Orient the antenna.
Assemble the system as described in Initial Assembly on page 2-4 and then connect a
laptop/PC as described in Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal on page 3-2. The
WebUI will provide the orientation and elevation angle after the terminal registers
its location with the GPS satellites.
3 Optimize signal strength.
Orient the antenna toward the horizon at the angle displayed in the WebUI (see Fig-
ure 3-1 on page 3-3). Adjust the orientation until you have the best possible signal
strength.
Without a PC
You can use a pair of headphones to point the antenna.
1 Enter Pointing Mode.

Power up the unit and short press (<2 seconds) the function button 15-20 seconds
after startup (the power LED will be flashing). After the short press, all three LEDs
will blink, indicating the unit is in pointing mode.
2 Listen for the tone.
Insert a pair of stereo headphones into the headphone jack and listen for tones. As
the signal strength increases, the pitch of the tone will get higher and faster.
Tighten the antenna at a position that provides the strongest signal.
Pointing the Antenna 2-9

Securing Cables
Communication and power cables should be secured so they do not apply strain to
connectors and junctions. Secure the cables to the strain-relief plugs as shown.

Section 3.
Configuring the Communication System
Prior to using the satellite communication module, you must arrange a BGAN
M2M data plan. We recommend Galaxy 1 Communication (www.g1sat.com), but
you can choose another provider if desired. The provider will supply a SIM card for
their services.
Your data plan should have a public static IP address, which means the address is
available over the internet at large (public), and will not change (static).
Satellite data plans can be quite costly, and we recommend planning to use your
data conservatively. For example, it may be very expensive to transfer raw eddy cov-
ariance data over the satellite connection.
Log In
Note on patience: Sometimes networked cellular devices take a few minutes to
finish booting and to establish communications. The devices may seem unre-
sponsive, requiring you to wait a few minutes. Think of it like a new marriage—
it might take some time to learn how to communicate, and it probably will try
your patience. Like in marriage, your patience and commitment will pay off in
the end.
If you have trouble connecting to , refresh the window (press F5) or try a different
web browser. Firefox, Google Chrome, and Internet Explorer all seem to work well.
1 Turn off your computer's wireless internet.

Most laptops have a hardware switch that you can switch off.
2 Connect the gateway to your computer with a standard Ethernet cable (part #616-06116) and
power it up.

3 In an Internet browser, enter: in the address bar.

This will connect to the gateway with the interface.
4 Enter the default user name and password:
l User Name:
l Password:
IMPORTANT: To protect your data and system, it is important to change the pass-
word. See the manufacturer documentation for more information.
Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal

This section describes how to perform the initial configuration of the Hughes
9502.
1 Power up the terminal.

After assembling the system, as described in Initial Assembly on page 2-4, connect a
power supply to the Hughes 9502 terminal. The power-on self-test will take about
15-30 seconds.
2 Connect your PC to the Hughes 9502 terminal.
Caution: Be careful to avoid data overage charges! You can easily transfer many
megabytes of data over the satellite terminal, which may incur large data charges.
If connecting with a USB cable (not provided) first install the Hughes USBLAN
driver (www.bgan.hughes.com) on your computer.
If connecting with the Ethernet port, configure your computer's network settings
to (see Configure PC Network Communication on page 6-2 for details):
l IP Address: 192.168.128.200
l Subnet: 255.255.255.0
l Gateway: 192.168.128.100

3 Connect with the terminal.

In an web browser, enter 192.168.128.100 in the address bar and press return. This
will open the Hughes WebUI (Web User Interface).
Note: If the browser loads a blank screen, wait a few minutes and refresh the view.
If it is still blank, try using a different browser.
4 Check the status.
The terminal will register with the network, which will be indicated in the status
column at the left of the display. Adjust the antenna if necessary (see Pointing the
Antenna on page 2-9).
Figure 3-1. Status display of the Hughes 9502. This is where you check the signal strength
and proper orientation of the antenna.
Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-3

Configure the Hughes 9502 Terminal

The steps below describe how to configure the terminal. Be that you have con-
nected to the terminal (see Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal on page 3-2).
1 Under Settings > IP Address/DHCP, verify that the setting is NAT mode.
Note: Do not use relay mode. Relay mode leaves the terminal open to hackers on
the internet, and may lead to unintended data charges or other undesirable out-
comes.
2 Configure Always On Context.

l Always On context set to ON
l Enter 192.168.128.201 as the IP Address (or whatever you set in the LI-7500RS,
LI-7200RS, or other instrument).
l Click Apply Changes. Reboot the terminal when prompted.

3 Test the configuration.

Open the WebUI and go to Connections > Manage Context page. Once the con-
nection is established the display will be similar to the image shown in Figure 3-2
on the next page.
Configure the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-5

View the IP Address

When your computer is connected to the device and you are logged in (assuming
the terminal is connected to the network), you can view the IP Address under the
Connections > Manage Contexts tab:
Figure 3-2. Hughes 9502 IP Address. Keep a record of the IP Address. You'll use this to con-
nect with your instrument.

Section 4.
Configure an Eddy Covariance System
The satellite communication system enables you to communicate with one instru-
ment in your eddy covariance system.
Connect Instruments to the Hughes 9502

The Hughes 9502 will automatically recognize networked instruments that are con-
nected through its Ethernet port, but you'll only be able to connect directly to one
of the instruments.
Figure 4-1. LI-7550 and personal computer connected to a Hughes satellite radio.
How do you retrieve data from all these other sensors if you can only connect to
one with the satellite radio? Do not despair. If you are logging all your data to .ghg
files, and if you are using the SmartFlux System, you'll be able to see your pro-
cessed data and view any alerts simply by connecting to the LI-7200x and LI-7500x.
Read on to learn how to configure instruments in the system.

Configure the Instrument Network Settings

The objective of this section is to configure the network settings of the instruments
(LI-7500x, LI-7200x, LI-7700, or Biomet). You'll need to do this for each instrument
to log .ghg files that include all the data.
Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance

System Communication
Here you will configure the hub of the eddy covariance system by configuring the
network settings of the LI-7200x and LI-7500x.
Windows XP users: Enable IPv6 on your computer before attempting the con-
nection. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt. In the
command prompt, type " netsh int ipv6 install" and press Enter.
This section assumes that you have completed all the required steps in Configuring
the Communication System on page 3-1 and that you have verified that the satellite
terminal can connect with the Internet.
Note: On your PC, disable wireless Internet and unplug the Ethernet cable prior
to connecting the gateway to the Ethernet port on your PC. If your computer is
connected to the Internet while you are configuring the gateway, you may be
unable to verify the gateway connection.
To add an LI-7200x and LI-7500x to the wireless communication system:
1 Install the cables.

Connect an Ethernet terminal on the LI-7550 or network switch to the terminal
using a cable (part number 392-13977). Connect your computer to the LI-7550 or
your system gateway switch (usually in a Biomet Enclosure) using a standard Eth-
ernet cable.

2 Launch the LI-7500x/LI-7200x software.

Select the gas analyzer and Connect to it.
3 Configure the LI-7200x or LI-7500x for a Static IP Address: Click Settings > Network and enter
the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway.
l IP Address: 192.168.128.201, as specified in Table 6-1 on page 6-1.
l Subnet Mask: Typically 255.255.255.0
l Default Gateway: Set this to the IP address used to connect with the terminal:
192.168.128.100.
Reboot the instrument after changing the network settings.
Configure LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System Communication 4-3

4 To log .ghg files for processing in EddyPro, configure the instrument time, site setup information,
and other settings.
See Connect with Remote Instruments on page 4-11 for more information.
Configure LI-7700 Communication

Here you will configure the network settings of the LI-7700 and establish the data
connection to the LI-7200x and LI-7500x. The steps in this section describe how to
log methane data in .ghg files for processing in EddyPro software or with the
SmartFlux System.
Note: Prior to adding the LI-7700, be sure to complete the steps in Configure
LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System Communication on page 4-2.
1 If you haven't done so already, connect the instrument communication cables as shown below.
Alternatively, you can connect your computer to your system gateway switch using a standard Eth-
ernet cable.
Power up each component of the system.

2 Launch the LI-7700 software and connect to the instrument.
3 Click the Manual Controls button.

Configure the Instrument Time and Output Rate as shown.
Configure LI-7700 Communication 4-5

4 Also under Manual Controls, configure the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway.
l Subnet Mask: Typically 255.255.255.0.
l Gateway: Set this to the IP address used to connect with the terminal: (192.168.128.100)
Reboot the LI-7700 after changing the network settings.

5 Integrate LI-7700 data with .ghg files.
Launch the LI-7200x and LI-7500x software, connect to the instrument, and then
click LI-7700. Select the LI-7700 and click Connect.

Configure Biomet System Communication

Here you will configure the network settings of the Biomet system and establish
the data connection to the LI-7200x and LI-7500x. The steps in this section describe
how to log biomet data in .ghg files for processing in EddyPro software or with the
SmartFlux System.
Note: Prior to adding the Biomet station, be sure to complete the steps in Con-
figure LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance System Communication on page 4-2.
1 Connect the datalogger to your PC.

You probably have done this already, but if not, connect the Sutron Datalogger to
your PC Ethernet terminal either directly or through an Ethernet switch, as shown
in Figure 4-2 on page 4-10.
2 Launch the XTerm Software that is provided with the Sutron Datalogger.
Select the TCPIP radio button, then click Detect. Select the Sutron from the list
click, and click OK to connect. You may need to type in the IP address if the soft-
ware cannot detect the datalogger (169.254.100.100 by default).

3 ClickSetup Access.
4 Click the Setup tab, select LAN Settings, and click Edit... .

5 Click Settings... , then click No to dismiss the wizard.
6 In the Network Properties window, enter the IP address, Netmask, and Default
Gateway .
l Subnet Mask: Typically it should be 255.255.255.0.
l Default Gateway: Set this to the IP address used to connect with the terminal:
(192.168.128.100)
7 Click OK.
Restart the datalogger after changing the network settings.

8 Integrate biomet data with .ghg files.

Launch the LI-7200x and LI-7500x software and connect to the
instrument. Click Biomet and then click Instrument. Select the
Biomet System and click Connect and OK.
Figure 4-2. Eddy covariance system with the Biomet station, an optional LI-7700 Open
Path CH4 Analyzer, and communication module.
Note: If you have both an LI-7700 and Biomet system, you'll need to install an
Ethernet switch in the biomet enclosure.

Connect with Remote Instruments

If your terminal configuration and data plan supports two-way communication you
can change the settings of each instrument in the system. You may need to contact
your service provider to enable two-way communication through the service pro-
vider's firewall.
Connect to the LI-7500x or LI-7200x Eddy Covariance

System
This section describes how to connect with the LI-7200x and LI-7500x from a com-
puter with Internet access. You will find this useful if you want to retrieve data,
review the performance of the instrument, or alter the configuration.
1 On a computer that has Internet access, launch the gas analyzer PC software.
2 Enter the IP address from the Satellite terminal (see View the IP Address on page 3-6).
Important: To minimize the data trans-
fer, set the update rate to 0.1 Hz. Do not
leave the connection open for longer
than is necessary. Otherwise your instru-
ment may transfer a lot of data over the
satellite connection, which may result in
high data charges.
After connecting to the instrument you

can check the performance and modify
the configuration as you normally
would.
Connect with Remote Instruments 4-11


Section 5.
Connecting with an LI-8100A
The LI-8100A supports Ethernet communication, and therefore can be connected
to the satellite terminal. The steps below show how to set up communication for
the LI-8100A with or without the multiplexer.
To configure the LI-8100A:
1 Configure the PC that is attached to the system so it has a static IP address.

This is typically accomplished by changing the network settings (see Configure PC
Network Communication on page 6-2).
2 Connect a PC to the LI-8100A using the RS-232 cable.
3 Launch the LI-8100A PC software and connect with the instrument.

4 Click 8100 > Networking... and enter an IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway.
l Subnet Mask: Typically it should be 255.255.255.0.
l Gateway: Set this to the IP address used to connect with the gateway:
(192.168.128.100).
5 Restart the LI-8100A after changing the network configuration.
Figure 5-1. Soil Gas flux system configured for communication with a satellite terminal. In
this case, communication with the PC is accomplished using the RS-232 connection.

Modify the LI-8100A Configuration

If your gateway configuration supports two-way communication you can change
the settings of the LI-8100A remotely.
1 On a computer that has Internet access, launch the LI-8100A configuration software and click the
Connect button.
2 Select TCP/IP, enter the gateway IP Address, and click Connect.
After connecting to the instrument you can check the performance and modify the
configuration as you normally would.
Modify the LI-8100A Configuration 5-3

LI-8100A File Transfer

The LI-8100A software has a built-in file manager that you can use to copy files to
your computer.
To transfer data:
1 Connect with the LI-8100A as described in Connecting with an LI-8100A on page 5-1.

2 Launch the File Manager (Utilities > File Manager ).
The Local PC panel on the left displays the file directories on your computer. The
Internal Storage panel on the upper right displays the LI-8100A data files currently
stored on the LI-8100A internal flash memory and the free memory available. The
Compact Flash Card panel on the lower right shows the files stored and memory
available on the compact flash card (if it is installed).
3 Move files from the LI-8100A.
Select the file you want to transfer and select Transfer to PC or Copy to CF. When
Transfer to PC is selected, the file(s) will be transferred to the selected destination in
the Local PC panel.
or
Drag and drop the file(s) you want to transfer.

Some useful keyboard shortcuts: Most of the common keyboard shortcuts can be
used when selecting and/or moving files in the LI-8100A directory list. For
example, press CTRL + A to select all files, Shift + click to select a range of files, or
CTRL + click to select multiple files individually. You can also ‘drag and drop’ selec-
ted files to a PC destination or to the Compact Flash card.
Copying Files from Internal Storage…

Click the Transfer to PC button to move the highlighted file(s). When you are fin-
ished moving files, you can delete selected files or all files by clicking Delete or
Delete All, respectively. Click Refresh to update the file list. Click Copy to CF to
move the selected files to the compact flash card. Click View File to open the entire
file in a new text window. You can also drag and drop files to/from the internal stor-
age.
Files generated by the LI-8100A are denoted with a .81x file extension, and contain
all of the raw data records and summaries.
Copying Files from the Compact Flash Card…

Click on Format to format the compact flash card. Note that all files on the card
will be deleted. Click the Transfer to PC button to move the highlighted file(s).
When you are finished moving files, you can delete all files by clicking Delete All.
Click View File to open the entire file in a new text window. Click Eject Card to
unmount the compact flash card and safely remove from the instrument. Click
Refresh to update the file list.
Copying Files from Internal Storage… 5-5


Section 6.
Advanced Operations
This section describes several operations that may simplify your use of the wireless
terminal.
Recommended IP Addresses
We recommend the IP addresses given in Table 6-1 below. You are not bound to
these, but they should work when following the instructions in this manual.
Table 6-1. Suggested IP addresses for the PC and instruments in flux systems.
Sensor Suggested IP Address
Personal Computer (optional) 192.168.128.200
LI-7200x or LI-7500x 192.168.128.201
LI-7700 192.168.128.202
Biomet System 192.168.128.203
LI-8100A 192.168.128.204
Using the Content Watchdog

The BGAN M2M terminal includes a watchdog mechanism that can be used to
periodically verify the network connectivity and take action if a problem is detected.
Watchdog pings are used to detect connectivity and as they are bits of data just like
any other data, they require an active connection in order to be transmitted.
The ping mechanism will also act to keep alive the PDP context to prevent it from
being torn down. The ping mechanism has the following configuration para-
meters:

l Context Watchdog: On/Off (default off)

l Primary Ping IP Address: 8.8.8.8
l Secondary Ping IP Address: 4.2.2.1
l Tertiary Ping IP Address:
l Time between Pings: Set to the desired number of minutes.
l Ping Required: If not set, then the system will not ry pinging on timer expir-
ation if user data was transmitted within the watchdog period.
Configure PC Network Communication

Note: This is only necessary when configuring the system. You'll do this when
configuring the gateway the first time, or when connecting to it to change the
configuration.
When connecting to a remote monitoring system you may need to configure your
computer's network settings. The steps below describe how to do this with a Win-
dows® 7 PC. The steps may differ for other computers and operating systems.

Consult with your IT department and operating system documents for more
information.
1 Open the network window on your computer: Windows Start Button > Control Panel >
View Network Status and Tasks > Connections.
Click Change adapter settings.
2 Double-click the Internet connection to bring up the Local Area Connection Status, then click
Properties.
3 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.
Configure PC Network Communication 6-3

If you need a dynamic IP address, select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and

"Obtain DNS server address automatically," as shown on the left below. If you need
a static IP address, select "Use the following IP address" and enter the IP address
and Subnet mask as shown on the right below.
Dynamic IP Address Static IP Address (Recommended)

Section 7.
Troubleshooting
Unable to connect with remote devices
Properly configured data plan? Be sure your service plan provider is allowing two-
way communication through their firewall. If they are not allowing two-way com-
muncation, you will be unable to connect with your system from external networks
(such as your institutional or home computer network).
Unable to detect a satellite

Poor field of view? The satellite radio antenna must have a clear line-of-site to the
satellite. Trees, mountains, or buildings can block the signals. Reposition the
antenna and refine the orientation to optimize the satellite connection.

Section 7. Troubleshooting

Section 8.
Maintenance
When visiting the field site, check over the system to ensure that everything is
installed properly and that the components are free of damage. Check the fol-
lowing:
l Mounting hardware - periodically check the nuts/bolts and band clamps that
secure the enclosure to the tower and tighten any loose mounts.
l Power and communication cables - check the junctions to ensure that they
are tight. Check any cable ties that are used to secure the cables to ensure that
they have not slipped. Also look for damage from rodents and replace any dam-
aged components.

Section 8. Maintenance

Appendix A.
Specifications
Hughes 9502 Specifications

Satellite TX Frequency: @1626.5 – 1675 MHz
Satellite RX Frequency: @1518 – 1559 MHz
GPS Frequency: @1574.42 – 1576.42 MHz
9502 Module
Weight: 1.12 kg
Dimensions: 150 mm x 200 mm x 45 mm
Water and Dust Resistance: IP-40 compliant
Nominal Input Voltage: 12 VDC/24 VDC
Power Consumption:
Transmit: <20W
Narrow Beam w/o Transmit: 3W
Idle: <1W
Off (wake on packet): <10mW (@12 VDC)
Off (wake on packet): <30mW (@24 VDC)
Off (GPIO control): 0W
Data Connectivity: RJ45 (Ethernet); USB
Antenna
Weight: 1.85 Kg (excluding mount and cable)
Dimensions: 385 mm x 385 mm 33 mm
Wind Loading: Survival wind loading (with mount) up to 100 mph
Water and Dust Resistance: IP-65 compliant
Antenna Cable Length: 10 m
Operating Temperature Range: -40° C to 75° C
Storage Temperature Range: -55 °C to 75 °C
Humidity Range: 95% RH at 40 °C
Other Features:
Satellite Communication A-1

Appendix A. Specifications
Single external BGAN Satellite and GPS antenna connection

GPS module inside 9502 module
3 status LEDs
Antenna point audio tone and voltage level indicator through audio jack.
SIM/USIM Slot (behind SIM door)
Enclosure Dimensions
A-2 Satellite Communication

Appendix B.
Suppliers
Cables
If you need custom cable lengths, you can order cables directly from our supplier,
customized to your preference. Below are the part numbers for ordering cables
from Turck®.
Turck, Inc.
3000 Campus Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Phone: 612-553-7300
FAX: 612-553-0708
www.turck.com
Table B-1. Turck® cables used to connect to the LI-7500RS or LI-7200RS and LI-7200.
LI-COR Part Cable Cable Connectors Turck Part
Number Number
392-10108 8-pin male to 8-pin RSS RSS841-*M
male
392-10107 8-pin female to RKC RJ45 840-*M
straight RJ45
392-13977 8-pin male to RSS RJ45S 841-*M
straight RJ45
*Cable length
Satellite Communication B-1

Appendix B. Suppliers
Table B-1. Turck® cables used to connect to the LI-7500RS or LI-7200RS and LI-7200.
(...continued)
LI-COR Part Cable Cable Connectors Turck Part
Number Number
392-13989 8-pin male to 90° RSS WRJ45IS 841-
RJ45 *M
392-13990 8-pin male to 90° RSS WRJ45ES 841-

reversed RJ45 *M
B-2 Satellite Communication

Appendix C.
Warranty
Each LI-COR, Inc. instrument is warranted by LI-COR, Inc. to be free from defects
in material and workmanship; however, LI-COR, Inc.'s sole obligation under this
warranty shall be to repair or replace any part of the instrument which LI-COR,
Inc.'s examination discloses to have been defective in material or workmanship
without charge and only under the following conditions, which are:
1 The defects are called to the attention of LI-COR, Inc. in Lincoln, Nebraska, in writing within one
year after the shipping date of the instrument.
2 The instrument has not been maintained, repaired or altered by anyone who was not approved by
LI-COR, Inc.
3 The instrument was used in the normal, proper and ordinary manner and has not been abused,
altered, misused, neglected, involved in an accident or damaged by act of God or other casualty.
4 The purchaser, whether it is a DISTRIBUTOR or direct customer of LI-COR or a DISTRIBUTOR'S cus-
tomer, packs and ships or delivers the instrument to LI-COR, Inc. at LI-COR Inc.'s factory in Lincoln,
Nebraska, U.S.A. within 30 days after LI-COR, Inc. has received written notice of the defect.
Unless other arrangements have been made in writing, transportation to LI-COR, Inc. (by air
unless otherwise authorized by LI-COR, Inc.) is at customer expense.
5 No-charge repair parts may be sent at LI-COR, Inc.'s sole discretion to the purchaser for install-
ation by purchaser.
6 LI-COR, Inc.'s liability is limited to repair or replace any part of the instrument without charge if
LI-COR, Inc.'s examination disclosed that part to have been defective in material or workmanship.
There are no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to any
implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose on
underwater cables or on expendables such as batteries, lamps, thermocouples,
and calibrations.
Satellite Communication C-1

Appendix C. Warranty
Other than the obligation of LI-COR, Inc. expressly set forth herein, LI-COR,
Inc. disclaims all warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular pur-
pose. The foregoing constitutes LI-COR, Inc.'s sole obligation and liability with
respect to damages resulting from the use or performance of the instrument
and in no event shall LI-COR, Inc. or its representatives be liable for damages
beyond the price paid for the instrument, or for direct, incidental or con-
sequential damages.
The laws of some locations may not allow the exclusion or limitation on implied
warranties or on incidental or consequential damaged, so the limitations herein
may not apply directly. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
already have other rights which vary from state to state. All warranties that apply,
whether included by this contract or by law, are limited to the time period of this
warranty which is a twelve-month period commencing from the date the instru-
ment is shipped to a user who is a customer or eighteen months from the date of
shipment to LI-COR, Inc.'s authorized distributor, whichever is earlier.
This warranty supersedes all warranties for products purchased prior to June 1,
1984, unless this warranty is later superseded. To the extent not superseded by the
terms of any extended warranty, the terms and conditions of LI-COR’s Warranty
still apply.
DISTRIBUTOR or the DISTRIBUTOR's customers may ship the instruments dir-
ectly to LI-COR if they are unable to repair the instrument themselves even though
the DISTRIBUTOR has been approved for making such repairs and has agreed with
the customer to make such repairs as covered by this limited warranty.
Further information concerning this warranty may be obtained by writing or tele-
phoning Warranty manager at LI-COR, Inc.
C-2 Satellite Communication

Appendix D.
Index
A E
Antenna Eddy Covariance, 2-2, 4-2, 4-7, 4-11, 4-11
cable, 1-2, 2-4 Ethernet Cable, 2-5
mounting, 1-2, 2-4, 2-5, 2-7, 8-1
pointing, 2-9 G
Gateway, 1-1
B
Biomet system, 4-7 I
IP Address, 3-6
C dynamic, 6-2
Cable recommended, 6-1
strain relief, 1-2, 2-10 static, 4-3, 6-4
Components
Stand-Alone, 1-2 L
Configuration Files LED Indicators, 1-5
modem, 3-1 LI-7200x, 4-2
Configurations, 2-2, 4-11 LI-7500x, 4-2
Configuring communication, 4-1 LI-7700, 4-4
Configuring Communication Log in, 3-1
LI-7500x or LI-7200x, 4-2
LI-7700, 4-4 M
Connect, 3-2 Maintenance, 8-1
Connecting with Wireless Systems Methane Analyzer, 4-4
LI-7500x and LI-7200x, 4-11 Modem, 1-1
setup, 4-8
D Mounting Bracket, 2-5
Data Cable, 2-5
Appendix D. Index D-1

Appendix D. Index
N
Network, 2-2, 4-3, 4-9, 5-1, 6-2
P
Power, 8-1, A-1
Power Cable
installation, 1-2, 2-4
R
Router, 1-1
T
Toubleshooting, 7-1
D-2 Satellite Communication

LI-COR Biosciences
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Phone: +1-402-467-3576
Toll free: 800-447-3576 (U.S. and Canada)
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Phone: +49 (0) 6172 17 17 771
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LI-COR Biosciences UK Ltd.

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Cambridge
CB4 0WS
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0) 1223 422102
envsales-UK@licor.com
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WARNING Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Section 1. Overview of the Communication System

Section 2. Initial Setup

Section 3. Configuring the Communication System

Section 4. Configure an Eddy Covariance System

Section 6. Advanced Operations

Satellite Communication 1-1

l Satellite Terminal - Hughes 9502 satellite terminal (part number 616-13655).

1-2 Satellite Communication

Table 1-1. Communication system parts shipped from LI-COR.

Table 1-2. Satellite communication system parts shipped from Galaxy 1

Hughes 9502 Components

l Hughes 9502 Fixed Satellite Terminal User Guide

Hughes 9502 Components 1-3

Cable Connections and Indicators

1-4 Satellite Communication

Status Indicators 1-5

1-6 Satellite Communication

Satellite Communication 2-1

1 Arrange a Data Plan

Important: Be sure that your service provider supports two-way communication

2 Assemble the System

3 Configure the Sensor Network

4 Connect to the System

l Download processed flux results.

2-2 Satellite Communication

Section 2. Initial Setup 2-3

1 Assemble the system.

2-4 Satellite Communication

2 Install the Ethernet data cable and antenna cable.

3 Mount the enclosure, antenna, and antenna cable.

Mounting the Communication Enclosure

Mounting the Communication Enclosure 2-5

Item Qty. Part No. Description

2-6 Satellite Communication

Mounting the Antenna

Important: The antenna is a transmitter/receiver that broadcasts electromagnetic

1 Before you dig!

Mounting the Antenna 2-7

Figure 2-2. Azimuth/Elevation Bracket.

2-8 Satellite Communication

Pointing the Antenna

1 Get the GPS fix.

1 Enter Pointing Mode.

Pointing the Antenna 2-9

2-10 Satellite Communication

1 Turn off your computer's wireless internet.

Satellite Communication 3-1

3 In an Internet browser, enter: in the address bar.

Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal

1 Power up the terminal.

3-2 Satellite Communication

3 Connect with the terminal.

Connect to the Hughes 9502 Terminal 3-3

Configure the Hughes 9502 Terminal

2 Configure Always On Context.

3-4 Satellite Communication