KRUCIAL K-Mote LoRaWAN Data Logger
Product Information
- Product Name: K-Mote
- Model Number: KM3-PDCT-0078
- Description: LoRaWAN Data Logger
- User Manual Version: 1.1
The K-Mote is a device that powers wired sensors and transmits the data received via LoRaWAN. It is designed to be used with a K-Cell.
K-Mote Overview
The K-Mote powers wired sensors and transmits the data received via LoRaWAN.
Installation
Warning: This equipment must only be installed by an instructed and approved installer. Contact KRUCIAL for approved installer details.
Safety Information
- Component: KMote, power cable
- Hazard: 110-240VAC mains electricity
- Mounting brackets, jubilee clips, wall fasteners: Metal edges could cause lacerations or irritation to hands.
- Suggested Mitigation: Device/cable not to be opened/disassembled. Isolate power lead from the source before any work. When installing, tough protective gloves should be worn.
- The K-Mote must be installed with connectors/interfaces facing down.
- Mounting Options: Wall mount, Pole mount
Connecting to an AC Power Supply
The equipment must only be operated with a protective earth connection. In the permanent electrical wiring to the mains socket, a 1 Amp-rated energy-isolating device, such as a fuse or circuit breaker capable of providing complete disconnection must be provided in both the live and neutral phases.
Interfaces
| Interface | Position |
|---|---|
| 1 | ON/OFF Switch Status |
| 2 | Function/Connection ON/OFF switch |
| 3 | Sensor cable |
| 4 | Status LED |
| 5 | Antenna Power cable |
Operation
ON/OFF Switch
- Status: Power OFF
- Function/Connection: ON/OFF switch
- Sensor cable: Status LED
- Antenna Power cable: Power ON
Status LED
- Solid LED: Device State – Switch on; Self-test
- Single-flash, every 20s: Normal operation
- Double-flash, every 20s: Battery low
- Triple-flash, every 20s: Failed sensor read; failed LoRa
transmission
Warranty
Warranty information can be found in your contract with Krucial. On return of a faulty K-Mote, if it is determined to have been opened or modified, replacement costs may be charged to the installer/customer.
Support
Visit: www.krucial.com/support
Contact: support@krucial.com
Regulatory Information
FCC
Changes or modifications to the device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
ISED
Only antennas supplied by the manufacturer for use with this device must be used. Contact the manufacturer to obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance. This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
K-Mote Overview
The K-Mote powers wired sensors and transmits the data received via LoRaWAN. To use the K-Mote with a K-Cell its DevEUI and AppKey must be added via the controlling application. If using a KRUCIAL application, instructions can be found at:
Krucial CONNECT: https://connect.krucial.cloud
Krucial Connected Seafarms: https://aquatics.krucial.cloud
Installation
Pole mount
Warning: This equipment must only be installed by an instructed and approved installer. Contact KRUCIAL for approved installer details.
Safety Information
| Component | Hazard | Suggested Mitigation |
| KMote, power cable | 110-240VAC
mains electricity |
Device/cable not to be opened/disassembled.
Isolate power lead from the source before any work. |
| Mounting brackets, jubilee clips, wall
fasteners |
Metal edges could cause lacerations or irritation to
hands. |
When installing, tough protective gloves should be worn. |
The K-Mote must be installed with connectors/interfaces facing down.
Connecting to an AC power supply
The equipment must only be operated with a protective earth connection. In the permanent electrical wiring to the mains socket, a 1 Amp-rated energy-isolating device, for example, a fuse or circuit breaker capable of providing complete disconnection, must be provided in both the live and neutral phases.
Interfaces
| Interface Position | Function/Connection |
| 1 | ON/OFF switch |
| 2 | Sensor cable |
| 3 | Status LED |
| 4 | Antenna |
| 5 | Power cable |
Operation
ON/OFF Switch Status
Status LED
| LED Flash | Device State |
| Solid LED | Switch on; Self-test |
| Single-flash, every 20s | Normal operation |
| Double-flash, every 20s | Battery low |
| Triple-flash, every 20s | Failed sensor read; failed LoRa transmission |
Documents / Resources
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KRUCIAL K-Mote LoRaWAN Data Logger [pdf] Instruction Manual R3800009300, 2BBDU-R3800009300, 2BBDUR3800009300, K-Mote, K-Mote LoRaWAN Data Logger, LoRaWAN Data Logger, Data Logger, Logger |
