Vibration/Magnet Sensor Quickstart Guide

The Trapmate Vibration/Magnet Sensor attaches to traps and stations and sends alerts to the Skyhawk CE and enterprise apps via the Trapmate Hub.

To detect vibrations, attach the sensor to the trap or station either directly or via an object attached to the trap or station.

The magnet sensor detects when a magnet is pulled away from the body of the sensor. You can use Trapmate adapters and connectors to attach the magnet to a moving part of a trap or cage or station.

The sensor settings can be adjusted for sensitivity to adjust for the location conditions in which the sensor is installed, e.g., a windy area or an area near forklift traffic. 

The guide below provides information on how to set up your adapter, adjust its settings, and understand its status from the LED indicator.

The Trapmate Vibration/Magnet Sensor can detect trap activity using a reed switch and/or an accelerometer

Device Overview

Device Status Lights

NOTE: If the Sensor is out of range or the Hub unit was not turned on, the status LED on the Sensor will start rapidly blinking red after power up. Make sure the Hub unit was turned ON first, or try relocating the Sensor/Hub combination, so they are closer to each other. Power cycle or reset Sensor to retry Hub unit connectivity validation. (For further troubleshooting, refer to Installation & User Manual)

Activate Sensor

Scan the unique QR code located on the back of the device and follow all in-app instructions to finish activating your sensor.

Product Serial Number can be entered manually if QR code can not be read.

NOTE: QR code and serial number can also be found on the original packaging.

 

Start-Up Operation

IMPORTANT: Hub unit needs to be ON and in range, for Sensor connectivity.

Step 1: Press and release the power/function button; the status light blinks green.

Step 2:Once powered on, the Sensor will automatically send an ON alert to your Hub; then after about a 5 second pause the status light will rapid blink green to confirm a valid connection.

Step 3: Minimum required signal strength from sensors for reliable operation is approximately 106dB.

NOTE: If the Sensor is out of range or the Hub unit was not turned on, the status LED on the Sensor will start rapidly blinking red after power up. Make sure the Hub unit was turned ON first, or try relocating the Sensor/Hub combination, so they are closer to each other. Power cycle or reset Sensor to retry Hub unit connectivity validation. (For further troubleshooting, refer to Installation & User Manual)

Adjust Accelerometer Sensitivity

IMPORTANT: Sensor must be turned on to enter program mode.

Sensitivity

1 (Least Sensitive) > 10 (Most Sensitive) Default set at 7

Trigger Type Setup

Accelerometer (By Default)

* One minute trigger is only for the 1st through 5th trigger. The 6th trigger and after is a one hour backoff. The timer resets if the unit’s heartbeat goes out, power cycled, or a reed trigger will set it back.

Enable/Disable Accelerometer

Magnet Reed Switch (Optional item, purchased separately)

Enable/Disable Accelerometer

IMPORTANT: Remove batteries prior to changing jumper configuration.

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See Installation & User Manual for detailed instructions.

Shutdown Operation

If the Sensor is not going to be used for an extended period of time:

Step 1: Press and release the power/function button; the status light starts blinking red.

Step 2: Sensor will continue to blink red 5 times during shutdown.

NOTE: If Hub unit is in range during the shut down process, the Sensor will send a power-down alert to your Skyhawk CE App.

Resetting Sensor

NOTE: While holding the function button, the status light sequence will pass though the sensitivity menu in which the status light will start blinking green/red. Continue to hold past this until the status light is only rapidly blinking red.

Battery Replacement

IMPORTANT: Always replace batteries with 2 new and identical name-brand AA alkaline batteries. If jumpers have been modified, removing and replacing batteries will update unit to new settings.

Battery Optimization

While transporting or not actively using the Sensor in a deployment, it is recommended to power down the device to prevent unwanted and excessive triggering. Accelerometer will activate due to vibration in transport and battery life will shorten considerably.

If not using the Sensor for more than 1–2 days, it is recommended to turn the device off. Store unit in a dry place when not in use.

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Regulatory Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

You may also find helpful the following booklet, prepared by the FCC: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20402.

Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commissions rules.

Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
IC ES 003 : This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform e à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.