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Sentry | Satellite Monitoring Unit | Directional Vehicle Detector | Server | Accessories
applications: Ground / Surface Water | EFM Monitoring | Compressors | Remote Engine Hour
Remote Control | Tank Monitoring | Evaporation Site Monitoring | Irrigation Monitoring and Control
How does it Work?
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| The most easily installed monitoring and callout product on the market today! |
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| A self-contained, stand-alone satellite-based monitoring and tracking device. |
Sentry ("Sentry") unit is the "field side" of the SatAlarm monitoring and tracking system. The Sentry unit monitors internal and external sensors on the site or vehicle and reports, via satellite, conditions based on events (alarms) or a schedule. The user can also initiate a poll for information to the Sentry at any time over the satellite network.
The heart of the Sentry is the GlobalWave MT2000 satellite modem that communicates over Transcore's GlobalWave(TM) satellite network. This is a bi-directional satellite network that permits data and messages to be received from the Sentry, as well as allowing polls, messages, and commands to be sent to the Sentry.
The Sentry's most basic function is that of a Run/No-Run callout alarm for remote site equipment such as natural gas compressors, well heads, tanks, pumps, etc. The Sentry is self-powered by its own internal lithium battery pack, which can last over 2 years in simple callout applications. A solar module can be added to save hundreds of dollars and preserve battery life. The internal vibration sensor can be used for completely non-intrusive, "zero install" monitoring of compressors and engines. Simple end devices such as pressure switches, dry contacts, etc. can be monitored by connecting them through an inexpensive cable directly to the Sentry's I/O port. These end-devices require no external power source, making simple monitoring for site alarm conditions easier than ever.
AMCi makes accessory devices that can be used with the Sentry to enable more complex monitoring applications.
Control Relay Module - remotely control field devices using a relay controlled via satellite connected to the Sentry
External Power Module - power the Sentry and other accessories from local solar or vehicle or DC site power for high power usage applications (e.g. hourly scheduled reporting, high GPS usage, etc.)
SatAlarm Interface Device (SID) - an external Sentry-powered, microcontroller-based interface device that allows many different applications to be satellite communication enabled, such as: |
- Callout with first fault information via protocol-based serial communication for:
- Murphy TTDJ Annunciator
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Murphy Millennium
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- Up to 6 additional 12-bit analog inputs and 10 additional digital inputs/outputs.
- High current relay
- Flow readings by schedule or poll from Electronic Flow Meters
- And more......
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The user interface to the data provided through the Sentry is AMCi's web-based SatAlarm-Server. Alarm notifications via Email, pager, text message to cell phone, and voice call by live operator are orchestrated by SatAlarm-Server. Users can log in securely to view current and Historical data, generate reports, poll for up to the minute information from the remote asset, and more. |
SatAlarm-Server can interface directly to the customer's own back office application via FTP, XML, etc. |
- 2-way data transmission direct to satellite
- Seamless GlobalWave(TM) coverage of North and Central America
- Self-contained (no external wires, power, or sensors for basic operation)
- Battery life up to 2 years
- Certified UL & CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups A-D
- Internal sensors for vibration, temperature, battery voltage
- Serial port for short text and data messaging
- Integrated GPS receiver for location and tracking using maps on SatAlarm-Server web site
- External I/O connector for optional monitoring of digital and analog sensors and other end devices
- Easy installation in under 5 minutes from in the box to full-functionality
- Powerful magnets for mounting Sentry onto equipment and vehicles (no brackets required)
- No moving parts to wear out
- Unlimited access to the secure SatAlarm-Server web site
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| Finally, true satellite-based monitoring is affordable and easy to install! |
Our customers can go from unpacking the hardware in the field to monitoring their equipment on the Internet in less than 5 minutes |
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Ground and Surface Water Applications |
Monitor head gate position |
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| Low cost Satellite Monitoring Unit (SMU) makes water resource monitoring simple and afordable. |
| Monitor data such as water level, volume, temperature, flow rate,and wind speed. Know immediately about dangerous situations. Satellite communication works everywhere. Easily installed in remote locations, infrastructure independent. Fully integrated and tested before delivery. |
- High/Low/No Flow
- Water levels, rate of change
- Delivered by phone call from a live operator, text message, email, pager, or fax
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| SatAlarm-Server Web Application |
Each asset has its own password protected web page, which can be accessed from any web browser, with no special software to buy. |
- Scheduled reporting
- Poll for current readings
- Configure alarm thesholds, reporting intervals,etc.
- Graphs and tables online
- Export data by .CSV file on demand
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- Easy to use website applications
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- Reservoirs, canals, streams, pipes and ponds
- Pump monitoring and control
- Parshall flumes, weirs
- Remote Control of gates and switches
- Flood control
- No site power needed
- More!
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System completely self-contained |
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Electronic Flow Meter Monitoring |
Interfaces easily to most EFM's
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Monitor daily operational and production data at an affordable price. Satellite communication works everywhere and can be easily installed in remote locations. |
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- Today's totalized flow
- Previous day's total volume
- SD,DP,Temperature, etc.
- Current average flow rate
- Historical data
- More!
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- Lo flow, no flow, SP, etc.
- Delivered by phone call from a live operator, text message, email pager or fax
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- Last known EFM status
- History and conditions of prior days
- Site location with other mapping functions
- Web page for every EFM
- Each site is password protected
- Uses your browser, no software to buy
- Web page time stamps and verifies alarm delivery with acknowledgments
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AMCi Sentry and SatAlarm Interface Device |
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Compressor Control Panel Monitoring |
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| Compressor data via Satellite for a low monthly cost! Murphy TTDJ, S400, Millennium... |
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- Simple install, usually takes only minutes
- Two-way satellite communication - No more worries about cellular
- Systems can utilize site power or can be sef-powered
- Onboard GPS - Full featured GPS functions including a "Route to" button that draws a map to the site
- Every unit has its own web page that includes the asset data history with graphing capability
- Alarms, data and warnings are sent directly to the server where they can be forwarded to the field and the office via cell phones, pagers and faxes or viewed on the web page. A 24/7 live operator call center is also available.
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| Website features include: |
- Password protected log in
- Multi screen detail level
- Daily reports send pre-defined register values
- Ability to view data by date range
- Map your entire fleet locations including asset status with the click of a button
- Graphing features
- Create and export reports for current asset attributes, historical data, etc.
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Remote Engine Hour Monitoring |
Magnetic "drop on" installation eliminates the need to outfit every piece of equipment |
Use the 24/7 answering service for critical alarms and Geo Fencing violations |
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Monitor the status of your equipment via
satellite, including Engine hours and GPS location.
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- Daily reports sent to your office computer
- No wiring or installation required
- Poll the equipment at any time with a
click of a button on your own password protected web site
- Map the travel history of the delivery
vehicles. Know exactly where and when the equipment was dropped
off and picked up with a time stamped map
- Geo fencing sends an alarm when a peice of
equipment enters or leaves your pre-defined area or boundary
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- Makes scheduled field maintenance simple
- Know where your equipment is
- When it is in use
- Normal serviceable time periods
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Simply turn the unit on and set it on
the top of the quipment
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Reports engine hours and status from
almost anywhere! |
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Remote Control with
SatAlarm |
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Control assets from your computer
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Control gates and pumps remotely
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Remote control to the next level with
satellite communication |
The SatAlarm line of
products can eliminate hours of "windshield time" getting to and
from assets. Simply access your password protected web site and
click on a button to turn your equipment off or on.
In most cases
the SatAlarm hardware needs no site power to control your equipment.
Our systems run on their own internal batteries and can also be
combined with solar modules.
Website password
protection gives you a secruity level you can be sure of.
Applications Include:
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- Pipeline Valve control
- Open and close gates remotely
- Safety overrides
- Turn security systems off and on
- Lock and unlock gates remotely
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- Controlling pumps
- Glycol
- Irrigation and fertilization
- Flood control
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Multiple levels with one float
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The Tank Float Switch Kit turns a Sentry
or other SatAlarm product into an instant tank level alarm
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- This simple kit installs in seconds and
can sense multiple levels with one float
- The float is dropped into the tank from
above through a standard 4" inspection port or bung
- A friction collar allows the float to be
set at the desired height within the tank
- Single- or multi-level floats are
available in a variety of materials for almost any production or
product tank
- No external power source is required,
making this application truly infrastructure independent and very
easy to install.
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Evaporation Site Monitoring
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Compressor with wind sensor
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Manage and Control Your Evaporation
Sites |
- Auto system shut-down during high wind
conditions
- Auto system start-up when wind conditions
allow
- All data recorded to a secure website
- Generator or site power conditions can
also be controlled and monitored
- Satellite communication hardware
- Stay EPA compliant without multiple trips
to remote sites
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Complete System Includes:
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Satellite Communication Systems
Programmable module with control relays
High voltage re-closer
Adjustable wind sensor
Wiring diagrams and installation instructions
SatAlarm Backend
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Irrigation Monitoring and
Control |
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Low cost Satellite Monitoring Unit (SMU)
makes irrigation asset monitoring more productive
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SMU Irrigation Applications:
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- Wells and pipelines
- Canals, streams, and ponds
- Pumps
- Remote control gates and switches
- Flood control
- Interfaces to most EFM's
- No site power needed
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- Low flow, no flow
- Fluid level, pressure, etc.
- Delivered by phone call from a live
operator, text message, pager, email, or fax
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- Last known status
- History and conditions of prior days
- Site location with other mapping features
- Demand poll for current status at any time
- Each site is password protected
- Web page time stamps and verifies alarm
delivery with acknowledgments
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Password protected website
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Satellite Monitoring
Unit |
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| A lower-cost
Satellite Monitoring Unit makes Asset Monitoring more Productive
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Each unit is custom
built to the customer's specifications based on their monitoring
requirements, asset configuration, and the power source to be used
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- 4 digital ports that can be configured to
inputs or outputs
- 1 8-bit analog input
- RS232 serial port
- Built in GPS - asset location, speed and
heading for mobile applications
- Two-way communication - Poll the unit for
current site conditions or reprogram the unit to change frequency
of reports and their content, change the behavior or set or change
alarm parameters
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| Advanced features:
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- RS485 serial port
- Custom serial protocol applications (i.e.
MODBUS, etc.)
- Up to 5 analog inputs
- Up to 10 digital inputs
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- Tank Monitoring - Levels and alarms
- Compressor Monitoring - Alarms and
operational data
- Wellhead Monitoring - Shut-in alarms and
pressures
- Gas Flow Monitoring - Alarms and
operational data
- Generator Monitoring - Location,
operational status, voltage, etc.
- Compatible with head switches and pressure
sensors
- Irrigation applications
- Intrusion and vehicle detection
- Remotely monitor and operate valves and
pumps
- Monitor several pieces of equipment at a
single site
- Combine digital and analog inputs
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Additional Capabilities
When used with SatAlarm
Interface Device (SID) users can: |
- Communicate with intelligent field devices
and controllers that use serial protocols such as MODBUS
- Monitor and control additional analog and
digital ports, including pulse output devices
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SatAlarm-Server Web Application
SatAlarm-Server is
Internet-based and is for users and administrators to see and
interact with their Sentry units |
- No special software required
- Password protected website
- Generate & print reports
- Export data files
- Full mapping features
- Last known status
- Poll for data and location
- Route to mapping features
- Unlmited electronic alarm notifications
- Works with AMCi's 24/7 live-operator call
center
- More!
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The SMU can be self- or
site-powered. It can be autonomous by using either primary lithium
batteries only or a solar panel with rechargeable batteries, or
both. It can also be site powered from 12 or 24 VDC or 110 VAC.
Lithium batteries can be added for back-up in the event of site
power failure |
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Directional Vehicle
Detection |
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Sensor creates an electromagnetic
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Sensor can be buried in the
traffic area or simply placed along side
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| Detect the presence
and direction of a moving vehicle with our new Directional
Vehicle Detector (DVD). Receive reports to your own web site
whenever a vehicle enters your surveillance area.
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- Hundreds of security applications
- No site power required
- Totally self contained
- Two way satellite communication without
any other antennas.
- Records history of intruders on your
protected website
- Detects moving vehicles, motorcycles, and
even bicycles.
- Receive daily reports and/or set for alarm
notification whenever vehicles are present.
- Lithium battery powered or rechargeable
batteries with optional solar power
- Equipment can be turned on and off
manually from the Internet or automatically as a result of an
alarm
- Immediate alarm notifications are in the
form of email, text messages, faxes or a live call from our 24/7
call center
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- Sends data to your password protected web
site
- No additional software to buy
- Uses your existing Internet connection and
browser
- Every unit has its own web site
- Every web site includes a full featured
map and site location
- Battery health delivered daily
- Low battery alarms included
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Pipeline Security
Facility Security
Border Crossings
Well Head Security
Home Security
Lease Site Security
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Monitor, Control, and Manage Remote
Assets |
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| Web-based User Access and Administrative System
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Server is a software product that enables
users and administrators to interact with and manage individual and
fleets of remote assets. All interaction is conducted using a web
browser from anywhere with Internet access.
Server is a robust system that manages all
the data flow and presentation between the SatAlarm products in the
field and end users wherever they may be. Server is hosted on AMCi-owned servers
located at a secure Tier-1 colocation facility in downtown Denver,
Colorado, monitored and manned 24 hours a day. A second,
fully-functional backup system is installed on AMCi's servers at our
Golden, Colorado headquarters.
The essential physial
components of Server are (1) a web server
for user and administrative interaction, (2) a database server running a SQL-compliant
database for storing, organizing, and operating on all the various
data, (3) a communications gateway server
for exchanging data with satellite and terrestrial communications
networks, (4) a notification server that
manages the tasks of sending alarm and administrative notifications,
and (5) a supervisory monitor server that
watches over all the resources to make sure everything is operating
properly.
In addition to the main servers, there is also
other equipment including uninterruptable power supplies, routers,
switches, firewalls, backup drives, etc., as well as fail-over and
load-sharing servers. |
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| Finally, true satellite-based monitoring is
affordable and easy to install! |
Our customers can go
from unpacking the hardware in the field to monitoring their
equipment on the Internet in less than 5 minutes.
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| Extend the capabilities of your
products
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There are a number
of accessories for the SatAlarm products.
These include complex devices like the SID for making connections to
all kinds of intelligent controllers and end devices. We also
provide simple I/O modules like a relay module, an analog input
module, solar power supplies, DC power modules, float switch kits,
and cables. |
In addition to our
standard accessories shown below, we have many custom interfaces and
cables for specific applications. For more information, please
contact our sales or technical staff. |
| Click on the Accessory below for more details
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