Cellular gateway
Functions as a TITAN Radius Gateway
Includes battery, solar panel, solar charge regulator, SD card for backup storage, all mounting hardware.
Includes one year of cellular service, pre-provisioned and ready to go
Xo is a complete monitoring station platform. It includes all hardware, software and services needed for data acquisition and cloud-based data storage, viewing and analysis. In addition, it also features Radius LPWAN (Low-Power, Wide-Area Network) technology, functioning as a Radius Gateway in an SDI-12 wireless network.
The Orbit Xo Radius will collect data from sensors directly connected to it and act as a data hub for all SDI-12 sensors (connected to Radius Motes) in an LPWAN network. All data collected is automatically forwarded to the cloud via a cellular connection. This eliminates the need to buy both a Gateway for your LPWAN network and a separate cellular uplink.
All-in-one integrated system for quick, reliable deployments.
Connects to Radius Motes/Slaves to permit cellular connection to remote SDI-12 sensors.
Weatherproof packaging for deployment in harsh environments. Quick-connect military-style connectors
Supports SDI-12, analog, and pulse sensors, providing flexible deployment options.
Integrated cellular transceiver with intelligent network connection management ensures low-power, extremely reliable data acquisition.
Data logged locally on an SD flash storage card as redundant backup.
Pre-provisioned for instant cellular network connection and simple, reliable setup (use user-supplied SIM cards outside North America).
One year subscription to CloudInsight cloud-based hub software included.
Up to 10 sensors per Mote/slave, 6 Motes/slaves per repeater, 3 repeaters per network.
| General | |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | Removable 2 GB SD memory card (FAT 32) |
| Non-volatile memory | All setup parameters |
| Logging interval | 1 second to 24 hours (sensor dependent) |
| Reporting interval | 2 minutes to 24 hours |
| Cellular communications | Dual band CDMA 800, 1900 MHz Penta-Band HSPA+ GSM Quad band 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz UMTS/HSPA Penta Band 850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz EGPRS / WCDMA / HSDPA / HSUPA Protocol Stack |
| Current Consumption | |
| Listen/trigger mode/idle | <2mA |
| Data receive / store / prepare for transmission |
150 mA |
| Data transmit | 250 mA |
| LPWAN Communications | |
| Range | Up to 15 km (9.3 miles). Signals can penetrate certain foliage, buildings and obstructions. Range depends on antenna height/type and obstacles in path of line of sight. |
| Wireless frequency | 915 and 868 MHz certified, 860‐930 MHz frequency range |
| Electrical | |
| Internal battery options | Primary: 8.6Ah ‐ 38Ah, 3.6V Secondary: 10Ah Li‐ion rechargeable Custom option: Hybrid |
| TX output power | 24.3 dBm (270 mW) |
| Solar panel | 5W, 12V |
| Input voltage | 10‐18V, reverse polarity protected. |
| TX output power | 128 mA |
| Optional external battery pack | 10‐18V |
| Sensors | |
| Maximum number of sensors | 10 directly connected, 180 SDI-12 sensors in an LPWAN network |
| Analog input | 4 analog channels, single-ended Input type: 2 wire, 0–2.5 V or 4-20 mA current loop Sensor power: 24 VDC switched (under firmware control) Analog to digital (0-2.5 VDC): 21-bit resolution |
| Pulse input | 2 pulse channels Continuity or TTL: 0 V to 2.2 V - 5 V Maximum rate: 10 pulses per second |
| Sensor power | 12VDC switched, during measurement |
| Maximum output current | 138 mA (12V), up to 500 mA pulse (12V) with capacitor battery option (available 2018-Q3) |
| On-board sensors | Temperature sensor for optimizing power management and battery charging in cold operations. |
| Environmental | |
| Environmental sealing | IP65 |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to 75°C |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to 75°C |
| Lightning protection | AC transient voltage suppressor (TVS) on each sensor port input |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions (H x L x W) | 4.1 cm (1.6”) x 17.0 cm (6.7”) x 12.2 cm (4.8”) |
| Warranty | 1 year limited parts and labour |
| LED indicators | RSSI, sensor, battery, operating status |
| Weight (excluding battery) | 12.8 oz (400g) |
| Weight (including full battery configuration) | 19.2 oz (600g) |
| Warm-up time | 30s |
| External antenna | Wip antenna, high-gain omnidirectional |
| Security | 128 bit AES encryption |
How do I access the data captured by Xo?
Xo provides one year of usage of our hosted software CloudInsight, which can be used to view current and historical data (either the raw data or a graphical chart), perform data processing like corrections or computations, trigger alarms, and a range of other functions. With it you can export your data to CSV or Excel format, or have it forwarded to another location via FTP or HTTP.
Is everything really included?
Xo is a complete system. Here are the components required to measure data in a remote location autonomously and record the data so it can be accessed and turned into insightful information that one can make decisions with:
Xo does NOT include any support structure (like a tripod, tower or pole) but it includes hardware for mounting to a pole up to 10cm (4″) in diameter. It also does not include any sensors.
Do I need to install software on my laptop to configure sensors or download data in the field?
No, all configuration of your sensors is done online through the web-based CloudInsight software. This means that you can interact with your sensors anywhere you have an internet connection, using any device, from a smartphone to a laptop. Data does not need to be downloaded, as it is also accessible anywhere through the same cloud-based software.
How difficult is it to set up Xo?
Setting up a remote Xo-based station is one of the greatest benefits of an all-in-one system. There are just three simple steps:
The one caveat is that your sensors need to have the Xo quick connectors on the end to be able to plug in. Fortunately, Xo quick connectors are inexpensive and super easy to install, even in the field.
How many sensors can I connect to Xo?
Up to 10 SDI-12, up to 4 analog (0-2.5 V or 4-20 mA) or up to 2 pulse sensors can be connected. The number of sensors that can be connected is limited only by the total power load.
Can I use my existing sensors?
Absolutely. You just need to install Xo quick connectors, which is easy to do.
How much data can be transferred through Xo?
Up to 25MB of data can be transferred through Xo per month. If, in the unlikely event that, more than 25MB of data is collected during a monthly period, an alert will be sent to the administrator account, and you may be charged $2.00 per MB for all data consumed over this limit.
Is there a limit to how much data can be stored in CloudInsight or the number of user accounts that can be created?
There is no limit for either the amount of data that can be stored nor the number of user accounts that you can create for CloudInsight.
Is it possible to see a demo of the CloudInsight software before buying Xo?
Absolutely. Please contact us at sales@gropoint.com or 250-412-6642 and we’d be glad to give you a live demonstration using GoToMeeting.
Does the Xo unit need to be placed inside a weatherproof enclosure, or can it by left exposed to the elements?
Xo is designed to be placed outside and not in another enclosure. The enclosure is rated IP65, which means “rated as dust tight and protected against water projected from a nozzle”. For all intents and purposes, Xo should be fine when not in an enclosure, but if you are concerned about water intrusion or potential submersion, then you can certainly place it in another enclosure, but you’ll require an external antenna, as the integrated antenna’s signal most likely won’t properly penetrate an additional enclosure layer.
Can I use Xo to capture remote photos or video?
No, Xo can only be used to capture, log and transmit standard ASCII data from sensors.
User-installable connectors can be used to adapt any sensors to plug in to Xo.
3 dBi gain, omnidirectional, fibreglass antenna for use with cellular (Xo) and LPWAN (Radius) products. Includes mounting hardware to secure to poles up to 4″ in diameter.
Pole not included.
ORBIT XO FEATURES:
Simple setup: Everything is included except your sensors. 3 simple steps to set up a station in minutes:
1. Connect solar panel.
2. Connect sensors.
3. Configure how and when you want to collect data, where to send it, data post- processing and alerts, with a simple web app.
No data logger required: Data is collected and automatically forwarded to secure cloud storage for retrieval or processing.
Sensor-agnostic: Regardless of the manufacturer, your sensors are fully compatible. Field-installable connectors can be used adapt your existing sensors.
Ultimate flexibility: Up to 10 SDI-12, up to 4 analog (0-2.5 V or 4-20 mA) or up to 2 pulse sensors can be connected. The number of sensors that can be connected is limited only by the total power load.
All-in-one means software is included, too: For logging, analysis, reporting, and storage of data from remote monitoring locations, Xo includes a one year subscription to CloudInsight (yearly plans available for purchase thereafter). It stores and analyzes your data, notifies your smartphone when conditions are met, allows you to visually create custom calculations and “virtual sensors”, and it can receive and/or forward data from/to 3rd-party systems.
Insert saturation and stress markers
Mark irrigation or water events
Track rainfall and water events
Create your own ag index
Build a growing degree day “virtual” sensor by combining data from multiple real sensors and applying a calculation.
Plot data from segments at each depth of a GroPoint Profile to determine optimal irrigation to penetrate the bottom of the root zone.
The web-based CloudInsight data hub is incredibly powerful and intuitive. It’s used to configure all aspects of the station including logging and reporting intervals, and all analog, pulse and SD-12 sensors. Make changes at any time, from any device.
Easily locate and access current and historical data, and configuration of all stations and sensors.
Send alarms (email or SMS) when a parameter reaches a threshold or changes by at least a specified value over a period of time. Parameters can be measured by sensors or “virtual” (computed based on one or multiple sensors with a formula applied).
Unified data interface experience: Sensor configuration, data storage, custom algebraic equations, custom data formats and forwarding, control, analysis, alarm notifications (email, SMS), reporting and actions all done with one simple cloud-based user interface.
Security: Three user access levels for configuration, data management interface and visualization. Optional data encryption available.
Redundancy: All data is saved locally on an SD storage card, and once in the cloud is replicated on a redundant data server and backed up nightly.
Connection verification: Xo verifies connection with cell network and server connection before data is sent. If no connection is available or if data reception is not confirmed, data is saved and sent the next scheduled transmission.
Direct data access options: Third-party programs can access data using REST API or HTTP post.
Custom calculations and data transformations: Use the visual formula builder to create simple to complex math functions using any sensor data as variables. Create a “virtual sensor” from this data to create new graphs or serve as inputs to other calculations.
Drag-and-drop customizable dashboard: Configure what data to show and how with dashboard widgets. Place them where you want and stretch to resize. Choose high-visibility single data values, line graphs, bar charts, fuel-gauge style graphs, or 360° directional graphs, for any parameter.
Automated updates: Updates to firmware and cloud- based application can be automatically installed.
