Observant X1

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The Observant X1 has been designed for a range of indoor applications, and works as a flexible addition to the Observant Remote Management Solution.

The XI shares many features with the Observant C2 remote telemetry unit, and serves as a compact platform for remote monitoring in indoor and powered applications.The appeal of the X1 lies in its broad range of uses.

The X1 has a range of built-in monitoring capabilities, with several options to connect the Observant Software Services with units in the field. As a monitoring platform, the X1 is on a par with the Observant C2, and compatible with a wide range of equipment. With its built-in UHF radio and Ethernet port, the X1 can also connect Observant Desktop or the Data Management Service to other Observant units deployed in the field.

You can use the X1 for a range of local, remote and PC-less operating configurations. For a complete on-site solution, you can run Observant Desktop on a PC connected to an X1. This will communicate via UHF, with all your field-based C2 units. The X1 can also use a built-in Ethernet or NextG modem to provide a remote-connect option. This can then be used by either Observant Desktop or as part of a complete hosted solution using the Data Management Service.

The X1 is designed to integrate with all Observant products, as well as third-party equipment. You can wall-mount it or install it on a DIN rail.

The Observant X1 comes with a 12-month warranty and excellent after-sales service. See the Observant Equipment Warranty for more details.

Product Specification
Dimensions
  • Assembled 60mm (h) x 250mm (d) x 180mm (w)
Enclosure
  • Rugged, indoor
  • Wall, desk or DIN rail mounting options
Connections
  • 8-pin IO port (screw terminal)
  • BNC antenna connector
  • 2.1mm DC power connector
  • Ethernet port
  • USB type B
IO Port
  • All pins are protected against short, reverse polarity
  • and voltage transients
  • 1 x digital output 700 mA maximum
  • 4-20 mA analogue sensor input support
  • 2 x digital inputs with frequency counting up to 1 kHz
  • 1 x RS232 serial communications channel
  • 1 x RS485 serial communications channel
Processing Unit
  • Firmware remotely upgradable
  • Extensible device-driver architecture
  • Real-time clock with network time syncronisation
  • Extensive system diagnostics and self monitoring
  • Direct web server connection
Devices Supported
  • Device driver architecture
  • Observant L1 level sensor
  • Observant M2 engine controller
  • Mono® Sun-Sub® solar pumping system
  • Mono PSS
  • Tru-Test XR3000 weighing system
  • Axis digital input and output
  • Norprim® and Nutridose™ water medicatiors
  • Northern Designs Multicube energy meter
  • Pakton PTE0703 electric fence monitor
  • Large range of water meters
  • Tipping bucket rain gauge and windmills
  • Other devices can be integrated based on demand
Communications
  • 5W UHF Radio
  • Support for additional communication modes available:
    • 3G
    • 900 MHZ SS
  • Advanced messaging protocol with error detection
  • and correction
  • Repeater/router capability
  • Direct Ethernet connection (no PC required)
Power
  • 12 VDC (3A Max), 240 VAC wall pack supplied
Data Logging
  • Fully configurable sensor and system log
  • Internal flash storage can store months of data
  • Logs can be automatically synchronised with a web repository

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