Chapter 2: Kaye ValProbe RT Hardware
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2.4. Kaye ValProbe RT Base Station
Base Station Overview
The ValProbe RT Base Station acts as the central hub and communications link between the
wireless Loggers and the ValProbe RT Console /software. The Base Station is responsible for
establishing and maintaining wireless communications with the Loggers utilizing a 2.4GHz
Star network with a proprietary and encrypted (AES128) protocol compliant to IEEE 802.15.4
standards. The wireless range from the Base Station to any Logger is 450 ft. (~150 meters).
Figure 31: ValProbe RT Base Station
CAUTION! Use only the Kaye power supply (Kaye #201-3006) provided with your
ValProbe RT. The use of non-factory power supplies may damage the
equipment and will void your warranty.
ATTENTION !Utilisez uniquement l’alimentation Kaye (Kaye #201-3006) fournie avec
votre ValProbe RT. L’utilisation d’alimentation non-usine peut
endommager l’équipement et annuler votre garantie.
Base Station Power / Communications Connection
The Base Station also provides an Ethernet connection at the base of the unit for
communications from the Base Station directly to the Console / Docking Station (Static IP) or
by using an ethernet network connection via DHCP. (See Chapter 3 for details on connection
options and configuration.)
The base of the unit also includes the connection for the supplied Power Supply as well as a
Reset button for service emergencies (See Chapter 3).
Figure 32: Base Station Connections