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Wireless RTD sensor with node red

Getting started with node red and RTD In this article we will learn how to install and setup node red. install node jshttps://nodejs.org/en/ install NVMhttps://github.com/coreybutler/nvm-windows/releases open command line and switch to node js 12.20.2nvm install 12.20.2nvm use 12.20.2 install node red npm install -g –unsafe-perm node-red Checkout this article for more info How to install node red lib start node redcommand — node-red open a web browser and enter this http://127.0.0.1:1880/ click manage palette and search for ncd-red-wireless install ncd-red-wireless install node-red-dashboard   Build node red flow There are tons of examples and tutorials available on how to build flows. In

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Wireless IoT Dissolved Oxygen DO and Temperature Sensor Product Manual

NCD’s Long Range Industrial IoT Wireless pH ORP Temperature SensorFeaturesApplicationsDescriptionGetting StartedResources RequiredStepsTroubleshootingChanged/Unknown setting at sensor endChanged/Unknown setting at PC endModes of OperationMode Selection ProcessFrame Communication at Power upRun ModeConfiguration ModeAppendix AConfiguration Commands1. Set Broadcast Transmission2. Set ID and Delay3. Set Destination Address4. Set Power5. Set PANID6. Set Retries7. Read Delay8. Read Power9. Read Retries10. Read Destination Address11. Read PANID12. Enable Encryption13. Disable Encryption14. Set Encryption Key15. Sensor DO Calibration18. On Demand Data19. Super CommandAppendix BFrame Checksum CalculationNCD’s Long Range Industrial IoT Wireless pH ORP Temperature Sensor Features Industrial Grade Wireless Dissolved Oxygen DO and Temperature Sensor DO Measurement Accuracy ±2%FS

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How To Update Sensor Firmware

In order to update the firmware you will need 1. USB to Serial Converter ( for ease of use, use ncd USB serial programmer) 2. Windows PC USB-Serial Driver (CP210x VCP Windows) https://www.silabs.com/developers/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers Step 1 — Download the upload too Binary file (Keep the Folder path Length as short as possible) https://github.com/ncd-io/V3-Firmware-Update- Step 2 — Connect the Sensor board to PC using a USB to serial. On the Sensor board the connector J15 is the USB to serial Step 3 — The script will ask for a serial port. Sect the serial port of your USB-Serial Converter Step 4 —

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RS485 Configuration

How To Configure Wireless To RS485 Converter Step 1 . In order to perform configuration, you will need a USB modem.  We recommend this modem.  Step 2. Download the configuration utility. This utility will need LabVIEW run time driver and serial driver.  A. Run time driver B. Serial Visa Driver Step 3. Open the ui and select sensor configuration.  During this step make sure you are selecting the correct serial port. The serial port baud rate should be chosen as 115200. Step 4. Put RS485 modem in configure mode by pressing the release RST button and immediately pressing and holding

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WiFi Sensor Setup Guide for use with Microsoft® Azure®

WiFi Sensor Setup Guide for use with Microsoft ® Azure® Introduction NCD’s WiFi Sensor for Microsoft® Azure® allows the complete line of NCD WiFi Sensors to transmit data wirelessly over the internet via Azure. This provides remote access to sensor data from various devices using a WiFi connection.   Only requiring network connection credentials and an Azure Connection String, this line of various WiFi Sensors is very convenient. All sensors are fully encrypted using 128-bit AES encryption. WiFi communications are also fully encrypted for security.  This guide is applicable to all of the NCD WiFi Sensors for use with Azure®. Some information

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How to Activate Verizon IoT Sim Card

How to Activate Verizon IoT SIM card NCD’s IoT Edge Computer supports various SIM cards from multiple companies. So far, we have tested the IoT Edge Computer with Verizon and Hologram SIM cards. Use this guide to set up your Verizon SIM card. 1. Go To ThingSpace ThingSpace is the Verizon IoT center. This is where you can purchase SIM cards, activate them, and find any other information related to Verizon SIM cards. Go to ThingSpace. You will need to create an account there. 2. Activate SIM Card Follow steps 2.1 – 2.6 to activate a SIM Card for Verizon. 1. In order to activate a

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WiFi AC Current Monitor User Guide for use with +More App

Install the +More AppWhere to get the AppInitial Setup of a New DeviceStartConnecting to the SensorConfigure WiFiWait for Device ConfigurationOwner EmailLocation TaggingNotification EmailSettings ReviewSetup CompleteNext StepsExploring the User InterfaceLive Current/kWH Monitoring UIEnergy Monitoring UISettings UIAutomationCreate a New AutomationNew AutomationChoose ConditionTriggering DeviceChoose Device Variable to MonitorVariable State ConditionAdd ActionSelect Automation Action to PerformNotification Subject and MessageSave or Add More ActionsTest the AutomationInstall the +More App Where to get the App Install the +more app. iOS Users Click Here Android Users Click Here Initial Setup of a New Device Start After opening the App for the first time you will see this

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LTE Cellular Ethernet WiFi IoT Edge Computer

LTE Cellular Ethernet WiFi NCD IoT Edge Computer Introducing NCD’s first IoT edge computer with integrated LTE Cellular, Ethernet, WiFi, and DigiMesh long-range wireless communications.  Designed specifically for Node-RED users seeking a Cellular LTE communications solution to connect NCD sensors to multiple cloud platforms.  Integrated WiFi and Ethernet communications makes it possible to communicate sensor data over local area networks.  Powered by OpenWRT, this linux based computer comes pre-loaded with Node-RED and a NCD sensor parsing flow ready to communicate to a wide array of communication technologies and cloud platforms.  The integrated MicroSD card slot makes data logging possible with

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Industrial Modbus RTU Modem

Industrial Wireless RS485 ModBus RTU Modem User Guide ModBus protocol is one of the most robust and widely used industrial communication protocols. Most all industrial computer, PLC, and SCADA systems supports this protocol. These systems are responsible for controlling and making decisions on a factory floor. Using the ncd.io Industrial Wireless RS485 ModBus RTU Modem, the factory floor systems like PLC and SCADA can read sensor data and make quick intelligent decisions.    How It Works This Wireless ModBus RTU Modem is an extremely simple device. When a sensor transmits data, this modem captures the data and stores it in

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Uploading Web UI to the NCD5500 Ethernet Module

How to Upload a Web UI to the NCD5500 Ethernet Module

NCD5500 Version Identification Step 1 — Download ncd Ethernet config utility and web interface page The ncd ethernet config utility can be used to change Ethernet module settings, upload new firmware or to uploaded web ui. web interface Download  Step 2 — Connect the Ethernet Module and power it up Once the Ethernet module is connected , open the config utility. It will look something like this. MAKE SURE you have the latest version of software.  In the upper left corner, it will say V1.0.7 or later. Open the Mac Address of the device and make sure the latest firmware

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