Active Infrared (through-beam) Counter Version 2.2

Active Infrared (through-beam) Counter

Version 2.2

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TrailMaster Model TM1500 (with 4K or 8K Memory)

TrailMaster Model TM1550

(with 4K Memory)

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Sight line for alignment with

transmitter

Power switch

Data Port(for optional data collector unit)

Camera Connector(for optional accessory) Power

Switch

Red alignment indicator light

TM1500—OperationTrailMaster’s TM1500 is a two-piece active infrared trail monitoring system which sets up an invisible infrared beam across the trail between the transmitter and receiver. (90 ft./30 m. range) The infrared energy is transmitted as a wide beam from the transmitter, and received in a small 3/8" diameter window on the receiver. The only part of the transmitted beam which is sensitive to being broken is the narrow 3/8" beam which is received by the receiver. See Figure 1 below. By setting the beam at the chest height of the animal you wish to monitor, and controlling the length of time the beam must be blocked before it registers as an event, you can count only the animals you want, and ignore other animals or objects which pass through the beam. This patented system provides a monitor which is easy to align, but one with selective sensitivity to allow you to monitor an area for movement of specific game. The TM1500 active infrared trail monitor and its accessories are the standard by which all other trail monitors are measured. Active infrared technology has become the standard of the industry.

TM1500—Key BenefitsBeam Type: Through-beam, active infrared.

Maximum Recommended Range: 90 feet (distance between transmitter and receiver).

Power: Four alkaline “C" batteries Transmitter. Four alkaline “C" batteries Receiver. Operates 30 to 90 days.

Count Display: 4-digit internal LCD.

Enclosure: Weather-proof; compact, rugged, and easy to set up with straps

Dimensions: Receiver, 7.5 x 3.5 x 2.1 inches; Transmitter, 4.75 x 3.25 x 1.8 inches.

Shipping Weight: Receiver, 1.6 lbs.; Transmitter, 1.0 lbs. (includes batteries).

Operational features: The period counter can be left unattended is 30- to 90-days, in typical mild weather.

Records date and time to the minute of each event Can store over 1000 events. (Note, 4000 events for model 4K or 8,000 events for model 8K)

Other features: Constant memory readout / 24 hr. clock; Low battery and alignment indicator lamp; external counter reset; external connector for remote accessories; auto shutoff of align mode; sight line for ease of alignment.

Important Note

Before going to the Before going to the field, refer to the field, refer to the operating manual operating manual for instructions on for instructions on checking and checking and setting the correct setting the correct date and time for date and time for your location. your location.

Receiver face

TM1500—Installation Instructions

TransmitterUnit

ReceiverUnit Click for more info


Step 1. In forested locations, select a site along the trail with up to 10” diameter trees on both sides of the trail. The extra set(s) of straps (included in your order) can be used to lengthen the straps thus allowing the attachment to large diameter trees.

Step 2. Mount the Receiver Unit (with nylon straps, provided on the unit) to one tree, with the sensor (located on the right side of the unit) facing the opposite tree. (Note, use the alignment sighting line to aim the receiver sensor in the direction of the opposite tree where the Transmitter unit will be mounted.)

Recommended Tools: Screwdriver, (Philips head)


Step 3. Turn “on” the Receiver unit’s power switch and press the “Set Up” button on the front of the unit.

Step 4. Mount the Transmitter unit on the opposite tree (up to 90 feet away). Note, the sensor of the transmitter is located on the front face of the unit. This sensor should be aiming back towards the Receiver unit. Turn the power switch on.


Step 6. Tighten all mounting straps on each unit. Then, take several passes back and forth on the trail to verify that the counter is counting. If not, reposition the Receiver units to align the sensor’s beam.

Step 5. At this time, you should notice the “red” alignment indicator on the Receiver blinking to indicate when the transmitter and receiver units are aligned.

TM1500—Calibration & Initial Setup

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After aligning the After aligning the transmitter and transmitter and receiver, you must receiver, you must clear (or reset to clear (or reset to zero) the counter. zero) the counter.

To clear, you do the To clear, you do the following . . . following . . .

Receiver face


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1Press here

“Resetting the Counter”


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2Press here


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3Press here



0 The counter is now ready to begin counting.


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TM1500—Recording Collected Data

Traffic Counter Data Collection Sheet Sampling Location or Site Name: _______________ Counter brand and serial number or property number: ________________ Interval Setting: 1 hour Name of Data Collector: _________________ Date: _________________ Place a check in this column to denote time counter was started

Time

Log noXX

Recorded Counts

12:00 a.m. (midnight) 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 p.m. (noon) 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

To extract your collected date/time-stamped data from the counter, do the following...


Note, the number displayed is the total counts (cumulative) for the entire sampling period.


Note, the number displayed is the total counts (cumulative) for the entire sampling period.

To find out when these counts occurred, do the following . . .


1Press here

12. 1…the date will appear (month.day)


2Press here

again

15.31…the time will appear (hour.minute)


3Press here

again

1…the count will appear

Note, the count displayed is a cumulative total of successive counts.


4Press here

again

…when this message is displayed it indicates you have reached the end of the recorded counts.

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4Press here

again

…when this message is displayed it indicates you have reached the end of the recorded counts.

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Traffic Counter Data Collection Sheet Sampling Location or Site Name: _______________ Counter brand and serial number or property number: ________________ Interval Setting: 1 hour Name of Data Collector: _________________ Date: _________________ Place a check in this column to denote time counter was started

Time

Log noXX

Recorded Counts

12:00 a.m. (midnight) 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 p.m. (noon) 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 5:30 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30

You should be recording this information onto the form. The form enclosed with your shipment may be different from the one shown here.

TM1500—Product Service Information

Goodson and Associates, Inc.10614 WidmerLenexa, KS 66215Contact: Bill GoodsonPhone: 913-345-8555 or

1-800-544-5415Fax: 913/345-8272Website: www.trailmaster.com

http://www.trailmaster.com/

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Basically, the TM1550 Basically, the TM1550 is a TM1500 with is a TM1500 with improved features. improved features. Greater range, non-Greater range, non-volatile memory, volatile memory, passcode protection, passcode protection, and energy-and energy-conservation are just conservation are just some of the advanced some of the advanced features. features.

Trail Master Model TM1550

The physical difference . . . Trail Master

Model TM1500

Power Switch

Comparison . . . TM1500 TM1550

power source same same

battery life 1-3 mo. 8 mo.

weight & dimensions

same same

range 90 ft. 150 ft.

adjustable sensitivity

yes yes

non-volatile data memory

no yes

TM1550

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Calibration and Initial setupRecording Collected Data

Installation Instructions

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