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Wavetronix SmartSensor HD User Manual

Wavetronix SmartSensor HD
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SmartSensor HD
USER GUIDE

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Wavetronix SmartSensor HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of LanesUp to 8 lanes
Power12-24 VDC
Operating Frequency24.125 GHz
Ingress Protection RatingIP67
TechnologyRadar
Detection TechnologyRadar
Accuracy95%
OutputEthernet
Operating Temperature-40°C to +74°C
Communication InterfaceRS-485, Ethernet
Power Requirements12-24 VDC

Summary

Introduction

What you'll need

Lists items required for sensor installation and setup.

Choosing a Mounting Location

Mounting Location, Height, and Offset

Details guidelines for sensor placement, including height and distance from the road.

Choosing where to mount

Provides guidance on selecting an optimal location for sensor installation.

Choosing a mounting height and offset

Details guidelines for sensor placement, including height and distance from the road.

Occlusion and multipathing

Explains common issues like signal blockage and reflections affecting radar detection.

Fixing occlusion problems

Offers solutions for signal blockage caused by obstructions in the sensor's view.

Fixing multipath problems

Provides methods to resolve detection errors caused by signal reflections.

Installing the SmartSensor HD

Mounting the sensor

Step-by-step instructions for physically attaching the sensor to a mounting pole.

Aligning the sensor to the roadway

Guides on positioning the sensor correctly for accurate detection of traffic lanes.

Applying silicon dielectric compound

Instructions for applying a protective compound to the sensor's connector.

Connecting the cable

Details on how to connect the sensor's data and power cables.

Installing Power, Surge Protection, and Communications

Installations with a pole-mount box only

Describes power and communication setup using a pole-mount enclosure.

Setting up the pole-mount box

Explains how to configure the internal components of a pole-mount enclosure.

Installations with a pole-mount box and traffic cabinet

Details installation involving both a pole-mount box and a traffic cabinet.

Setting up the pole-mount box

Explains how to configure the internal components of a pole-mount enclosure.

Setting up the traffic cabinet

Provides instructions for configuring components within a traffic cabinet for sensor integration.

Connecting to the Sensor

Download and installation

Overview of the SSMHD software required for sensor configuration and interaction.

Downloading SSMHD

Steps to download the SmartSensor Manager HD software from the Wavetronix website.

Installing SSMHD

Instructions for installing the downloaded SSMHD software onto a PC.

SSMHD main screen

Introduction to the primary interface of the SSMHD software after installation.

Changing the software language

How to select the display language within the SSMHD application.

Changing the software size

Options for adjusting the display font and element sizes in SSMHD.

SSMHD communication basics

Overview of different connection methods for the sensor using SSMHD software.

Making a serial connection

Guide for establishing a connection to the sensor via a serial port.

Making an Internet connection

Instructions for connecting to the sensor using an IP address or terminal server.

Making a virtual connection

Details on using simulated traffic data for testing or demonstration purposes.

Troubleshooting a connection

Common issues and solutions for establishing sensor connectivity.

Advanced communication tools

Features for managing sensor connections, such as viewing status and logs.

Viewing connection information

How to view details about the current sensor connection status.

Disconnecting from a sensor

Steps to properly terminate a connection with the sensor.

Using the address book

Managing saved sensor connection settings for future use.

Viewing the error log

Accessing and interpreting logs for troubleshooting sensor issues.

Password-protecting the sensor

How to secure the sensor by setting an access password.

Updating the sensor

Procedure for upgrading the sensor's firmware via the SSMHD software.

Reading the date code

Explains how to interpret the date code on the sensor's firmware.

Downgrading the sensor

Instructions for reverting the sensor's firmware to an older version if needed.

Configuring Sensor Settings

Changing General tab settings

Modifying basic sensor identification and location parameters.

Changing Ports tab settings

Configuring communication parameters for RS-485 and RS-232 ports.

Changing Outputs tab settings

Setting up data sources, RF channels, and legacy protocols for output.

Changing Data tab settings

Adjusting parameters related to vehicle detection, such as maximum length.

Configuring Lanes

Alignment

Initial setup to ensure the sensor is correctly oriented towards traffic lanes.

Checking sensor alignment

Verifying the sensor's physical orientation relative to the traffic lanes.

Lane configuration

Defining the boundaries and properties of individual traffic lanes.

Capturing lanes

Process for defining traffic lanes based on observed traffic flow.

Excluding or including a lane or area

Marking specific lanes or areas as active, inactive, or excluded from detection.

Adding a lane

Manually defining a new traffic lane within the sensor's detection area.

Editing a lane name

Renaming existing traffic lanes for better identification.

Deleting a lane

Removing a previously defined traffic lane from the configuration.

Saving the configuration

Methods for saving the current lane and sensor settings.

Sidebars, menus, and windows

Overview of the user interface elements for lane configuration.

Viewing sidebars

Navigating through different sidebar views that display lane and shoulder information.

Using the Automatic Lane sidebar window

Interacting with detected lanes to save or pause automatic configuration.

Using the Saved Lane sidebar window

Accessing and utilizing previously saved lane configurations.

Using the Vehicle Display menu

Customizing which vehicle data (speed, length, class) is displayed.

Using the Tools menu

Accessing utility functions like undo, clearing edits, and resetting alignment.

Using the View menu

Options to show or hide elements like lane names, directions, and alignment arrows.

Using the Automatic Lane window

Managing individual automatically detected lanes, including capture and exclusion.

Using the Lane window

Modifying properties of individual lanes, such as name, active status, and direction.

Using the Shoulder Area window

Configuring the detection parameters for the shoulder area adjacent to lanes.

Using the Excluded Area window

Managing areas marked for exclusion, typically to ignore phantom detections.

Verifying Lanes

Verification options

Overview of methods to check if the configured lanes accurately reflect actual traffic conditions.

Verifying lanes using vehicle display options

Comparing detected vehicle data in SSMHD with real-world observations.

Verifying lanes using sidebars

Using sidebar displays to monitor vehicle counts and types for lane verification.

Verifying lanes using per vehicle data

Detailed comparison of individual vehicle detections with external measurements.

Verifying lanes using logging

Recording detection data for post-analysis and comparison with road observations.

Lane adjustment

Fine-tuning lane parameters to improve detection accuracy and resolve issues.

Adjusting lane properties and thresholds

Modifying detection sensitivity, volume, speed, and length for each lane.

Setting Up and Downloading Sensor Data

Definitions

Configuring data collection parameters like interval length, speed, and class bins.

Adjusting the data interval

Setting the time period for data aggregation to manage storage and reporting latency.

Creating, adjusting and deleting speed bins

Defining ranges for vehicle speeds to classify detections.

Creating, adjusting and deleting class bins

Defining ranges for vehicle lengths to classify detections.

Creating, adjusting and deleting approaches

Grouping lanes for collective data analysis and statistical reporting.

Using direction bins

Classifying vehicles based on their direction of travel within a lane.

Using the Speed = 0 option

Setting how intervals with zero volume are reported for speed data.

Interval Data

Viewing collected data aggregated over specified time intervals for lanes and approaches.

Logging interval data

Recording interval data to a file for later analysis and verification.

Storage

Monitoring the sensor's data storage capacity and status.

Understanding data storage tools

Features for managing and interpreting sensor data storage usage.

Download

Accessing the interface for retrieving stored data from the sensor.

Downloading stored detection data

Steps to select and transfer detection data from the sensor to a computer.

Push

Configuring the sensor to proactively send data without a request.

Enabling data push

Setting up the sensor to transmit event, interval, or presence data.

Using Tools

Backing up and restoring sensor setup files

Creating backups of sensor configurations and restoring them as needed.

Viewing licensing information

Checking the status and details of sensor licenses and features.

Accessing power options

Monitoring sensor power status and initiating reboots.

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