MODEL 5096N : Real-Time Data Transmitter
(NEMA Enclosure)

General Description:

The Model 5096 Real-Time Data Transmitter collects, processes, and transmits analog and digital sensor data on events and timed intervals. The collection, processing, and transmission of sensor data is controlled by parameters that are easily programmed using a terminal or computer with standard communications software. Communications with the transmitter is through an RS-232 port.

The Model 5096 Data Transmitter features on-board data logging capabilities. Data is stored automatically in memory as backup to radio transmission or as a stand-alone data logger. The 24K memory capacity can store up to 4,000 event data points or more than 12,000 data points at uniform time intervals. Data can be downloaded using a portable computer during onsite visits.

The Model 5096 Data Transmitter is field-programmable, including a full set of commands for sensor setup and data logging. You can set and read sensors, access on-line help, and perform diagnostics at the remote site. Sensor parameters can be individually set, including transmission intervals, sample intervals, and starting values. Sensor data can be calibrated to report in engineering units. For firmware Versions 3.1 and later, no programming is required with default program setup for standard sensors.

The Model 5096 Data Transmitter logic board has up to 4 digital inputs, 7 analog inputs, and 8 digital status lines for a wide variety of sensor configurations. The battery voltage can be set to transmit at selected time intervals. Each sensor’s default identification number is based on the setting of the 4 digit ID switch. Each sensor ID number can be programmed to any other unused number between 0 and 8191. The programmable ID feature helps avoid ID overlap when adding additional transmitters to an existing ALERT system.

The Model 5096 Data Transmitter includes a TEST button, LED indicators, and test points for diagnostic testing. The TEST function checks memory, both RAM and ROM, clock functions, and sensor values. Active sensors are read and their values are transmitted.

The Model 5096N is housed in a NEMA-4X fiberglass enclosure and is designed for outdoor mounting onto a panel or a mast as well as indoor wall-mounting. The 5096N can be equipped with a radio and used as part of a telemetry system, or it can be used as a stand alone data logger.

MODEL 5096 : SPECIFICATIONS

Environment

Operating temperature: -40 to 65 °C

Storage temperature: -60 to 75 °C

Operating humidity: 0 to 100% RH, non-condensing

Main Logic Board

Memory size: 96 Kbytes, CMOS EPROM - 64 Kb,

CMOS RAM - 32 Kb, battery backed

Manual controls: Reset switch, Test switch, Station ID

Diagnostic LEDS: Test error, power error, sensor power, TX-on,

test, run

Standby current: <300 µA (120 µA)

Supply voltage: 10.5 to 18.5 Vdc (12.2 to 14.5 Vdc battery

operated with radio)

Serial port baud rate: 300 (default), 1200, 2400, 4600, 9600

Transmitter baud rate: 300

CPU type: 80C196 (5MHz)

Clock: Real-time software clock

Digital inputs: 4 digital channels ,up to 100 event triggers/second,

2 channels up/ down accumulator,

2 channels up only with pre-divide counter.

Status inputs: 1 channel with 8 digital status lines.

Analog inputs: 8 analog ch. (10-bit resolution with ± 0.24%

non-linearity error), 7 ch. (0-5 Vdc),

1 chn. for battery voltage.

Analog supply voltages: Vbatt (12 Vdc nominal) non-switched,

+5 Vdc non-switched, Vsw (12 Vdc nominal) switched,

Vref (+5 Vdc) switched

Model 5096N

Enclosure: NEMA-4X fiberglass

Size: 13.6 in. x 11.5 in. 5.3 in.

Mounting holes: 12.75 in. x 8 in.

Weight: 16 lbs with battery

Shipping weight: 12 lbs (battery shipped separately)

Sensor inputs: Enclosure with 7 cable strain reliefs

Connections: Screw terminal interconnect PCB for

4 digital, 7 analog, and 8 digital status

or MS connector package

Battery: 12 Vdc, 7 Amp-hour rechargeable gel cell

Antenna: N-type female lightning arrestor

External 12 Vdc connector: 3 pin MS male connector for 12 Vdc input

Serial console: 9 pin D-type RS232C Female connector

mounted on circuit board

MODEL 5096 : OPTIONS

RTR: Radio Link (Specify frequency)

5096STATUS: 10 pin MS Female Bulkhead Connector

5096RS232: 7 pin MS Male Bulkhead Connector

9601-xx-Vyy: Firmware Upgrade (Specify model and version)

5096N
Transmitter in NEMA 4X Enclosure