Electrical Guidance

The purpose of this section is to provide electrical installation requirements. Electrical installation will be conducted prior to the installation of the Vytelle SENSE system, and prior to a Vytelle Technician arriving onsite.

The following regulations and recommendations specify standards which are aimed at the protection and proper function of the Vytelle SENSE system. In addition, the regulations specify power quality and supply continuity requirements. The Vytelle 8000 system uses a variable voltage supply: 100V to 240V, 4 Amps or single phase.

CONDITION

Proper placement of electrical prior to the installation of the Vytelle SENSE system will help ensure that installation of the Vytelle SENSE system be conducted smoothly and precisely.

When installing electrical for the Vytelle SENSE system ensure to adhere to the following considerations:

• Dedicated electrical source

• Proper placement

• Proximity to radio frequency (RF) equipment

• Outlet height requirements

• Cable insulation

• Cable conduit

DEDICATED ELECTRICAL SOURCE

A dedicated electrical source must be used to power the Vytelle SENSE system. This will prevent any RF interference that could be caused by other equipment. DO NOT connect other equipment, even temporarily, to the same power source. Failure to do so can result in failed data during a trial.

Examples of equipment that should not be connected to the same power source, but is not limited to:

• Variable speed motors

• Supplement bins

• Welders

• Water pumps

PROXIMITY TO RF EQUIPMENT

Due to issues with RF interference it is important that the Vytelle SENSE system be located away from equipment that transmits or has RF emission. If the Vytelle SENSE system is located near equipment that transmits or has RF emissions this can disrupt the data signals that the Vytelle SENSE system is collecting. This can lead to adverse effects, for example, intermittent connectivity loss, poor throughput, and low data rates. If RF interference is a concern please contact Vytelle for additional information or guidance.

DAQ ELECTRICAL PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS

On a typical Vytelle SENSE system the DAQ Panel is mounted on a DAQ Panel Post as seen in Figure 1. Mounting to a building structure as shown in Figure 2 is also an option. The electrical outlet must be able to reach the DAQ Panel at the highest point of the DAQ Panel Post.

RECOMMENDED CONDUIT HEIGHT DIMENSION

Vytelle recommends that the electrical conduit be installed at nine-feet (2750mm) to accommodate for the DAQ Panel height requirement. The conduit can be adjusted to the actual required length at the time of installation.

CABLE INSULATION / POWER REQUIREMENTS

Electrical cabling must be protected with shielded insulated conductors. Shielding reduces electrical noise and reduces its impact on signal. Shielding prevents crosstalk between cables located near each other. Power cables are to be electromagnetic compatible to minimize noise generation, which could affect radio and data communication.

CONDUIT REQUIREMENTS

Vytelle requires that wiring be installed in a shielded conduit. A minimum of 50mm PVC is recommended. Stray voltage, current and high frequency noise can damage circuits. This could interrupt the performance of the Vytelle SENSE system. Shielded conduit provides a significant solution to this potential problem.

Ensure that the conduit that is utilized is rated for the intended use (e.g. exterior use, underground use, or wet location use).

WATER TROUGH CONSIDERATIONS

When installing the electrical conduit and cabling at the Vytelle Beef system, extra precaution needs to be adhered to ensure the conduit does not become a hazard for the animals.

BELOW GROUND ELECTRICAL

If cabling is being installed below ground. It is recommended the conduit be installed under the trough or adjacent to the trough, as seen in Figure 3.

ABOVE GROUND ELECTRICAL

If above ground cabling is being utilized (e.g. a closed facility) ensure the conduit is installed directly above the system as seen in Figure 4.