Nedap SmartFlow / Installation manual
Version 01.001 / 2021 / EN
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Dairy Farming
Notwithstanding all due precaution by Nedap, Nedap Animal Identification may not function optimally due
to devices that emit radio waves, such as (but not limited to) variable frequency drives, electronic ballasts of
lighting systems, power supplies, electronic converters of solar panels/windmills and (long) wave radio stations,
which may cause interference with Nedap Animal Identification.
No claims, representations or warranties, whether expressed or implied, are made by Nedap as to the
performance, reliability, durability and safety of Nedap Animal Identification used in conjunction with
abovementioned or other devices.
In order to achieve optimal performance of Nedap Animal Identification, the electrical installation on the farm
needs to meet the conditions that are shown below.
• Maximum allowed environmental noise level: 10 dBµA/m quasi peak, according to CISPR 16-1-1.
• Maximum allowed conducted noise: according to EN55032: 2015.
3.2 Additional documentation
The following additional documentation is required for the proper installation of the SmartFlow system.
This documentation can be obtained from your dealer or on our Business portal: http://www.nedap.com/
livestockmanagement-portal.
Document
VP8002 Installation Manual or VP8002 set Installation Manual
VP4102 Installation Manual or VP4102 set for dairy farming Installation Manual
VP2001 Installation Manual
Antenna Installation Manual
Antenna mounting bracket Quick Start Manual (delivered with the product)
SmartFlow E-learning module
3.3 Installation overview
Assemble and install the system according to the steps below. Each step will be fully explained in the next
sections.
1. Unpack the SmartFlow components (page 13).
2. Place the SmartFlow components (page 13).
3. Mount the components (page 13).
4. Mount the cleaning installation (page 25).
5. Configure the VP8002 VPU and VP4102 reader (page 27).
6. Configure the Velos software (page 28).
7. Calibrate the SmartFlow (page 30).