Environmental Research,
and Special Applications
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Quality Electronics for Wildlife, Environmental Research, and Special Applications |
| Size (in, cm) | Unit Weight (g) | Transmitter Electronics | Operational Life @ 60BPM, Std Pow (months) | Operational Life @ 60BPM, Low Pow (months) | Microprocessor Control Options | Species |
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| 1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.8 |
88 | MK9 | 10.3 | n/a | MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 | ostrich, tawny fish owl, turkey, crested serpent eagle, goose, great blue heron, crane |
Telonics designed the TMU-311 transmitter configuration for medium mammals.
Opt. MS6 Mortality-Motion Sensor. Provides "active or alive" or "inactive or dead"
pulse period depending on activity state of the study animal. A motion-sensitive switch is
incorporated in the unit to detect animal movements. The microprocessor continuously
monitors the motion switch to determine when motion occurs. Once per second, the
microprocessor increments an "activity counter" if motion was detected during the preceding
one-second time period. This "activity counter" keeps a running total of the number of times
motion was detected over a user-programmable mortality evaluation time (128 sec to 6 days).
The active pulse period is maintained as long as the number of switch closures in the
mortality evaluation time is greater than the mortality threshold. If the number of switch
closures falls below the established threshold, the unit produces the inactive period. A
separate resurrection threshold allows the unit to return to the active pulse period. If the
number of activity counts during the evaluation interval exceeds the resurrection threshold,
the unit will immediately assume the active pulse period.
Notes:
The microprocessor updates the "inactive" pulse period at intervals of 1/16th of the
evaluation interval. This means that the actual time between cessation of motion and
initiation of the "inactive/dead" pulse period could be up to 6.25% longer than the
evaluation period.
Opt. MS9 Tip Switch Sensor. Transmits one of two different pulse rates depending
on orientation of transmitter. Usually designed to switch pulse rates as it passes through
an angle of 0° (parallel to horizontal). Other switching angles may be selected with
some configurations (factory set within 10°).** Typical uses include monitoring "head
"up" and "head down" positions.
Note:
The MK9 transmitter integrates the time spent "head up" vs "head down" with ~0.5sec time
constant. If the transmitter position changes rapidly with respect to the integration time
constant, the resulting pulse period will be between the "head up" and "head down" pulse
period, providing an indication of the average amount of time the transmitter spent in the
two positions.
Opt. MDC MK9 Duty Cycles. Transmitters can be programmed for up to eight
sequential time periods or "seasons", generally used to extend transmitter life. During each
season, the transmitter may be "enabled" or "disabled". Timing is controlled by a
Real-Time-Clock, allowing seasons to start and end on any desired calendar date and time,
regardless of when the transmitter is initialized. Once the transmitter enters the last
programmed "season", it continues to operate under the last season's parameters for the
duration of the transmitter's lifetime.
Within each season, the transmitter may be programmed with an on/off "duty cycle" to further
extend transmitter lifetime. Each on/off cycle can be defined in one hour increments from
1 hour to 255 hours (about 10.6 days).
Standard collars (static)
Expansion/Breakaway Collars
| Size | 1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 in 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 cm |
| Weight | 88 grams |
| Packaging | Hermetic 1 |
| Allowable leak rate | < 1 part in 106 atmospheric CC per second 2 |
| Electronics | MK-9 |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40° C |
| Maximum operating temperature | 65° C |
| Operational life | 10.3 months @ 60 BPM and 25° C |
1: All electronic components, including batteries, sensors, and power sources are totally enclosed in a
hermetically sealed metal housing, which is plated to resist corrosion. All external connections (antennas) are made
through military approved glass-to-metal feed-throughs.
2: Helium leak bomb test- capable of operational life in 100% humidity, or while fully submerged in fresh
water. (Transmission range will be reduced while transmitter is submerged.)
Since 1970, Telonics has built a reputation based on product quality, product support, service, and customer satisfaction. Telonics strives to produce the highest quality products, and to support those products accordingly.
Because of extreme conditions and the unpredictable nature associated with most telemetry applications, problems occasionally arise. Most problems can be resolved quickly. In all cases, we hope to be able to work in partnership with users to resolve problems to the user's satisfaction and to uphold our demonstrated commitment to excellence. If problems should arise, all products must be returned to our factory for failure analysis.
The VHF Transmitting Subsystem includes the following main components: internal digital and radio frequency electronics comprising the transmitter, power supply (battery), exterior packaging, transmitting antenna and attachment. A refurbished Subsystem is warranted as if the Subsystem was purchased new, unless otherwise stated.
Telonics warranties only the following with respect to the Subsystem:
1.1 The internal electronics (excluding batteries) are warranted to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship and to perform to the operational specifications
over the specified operating temperature range as published by Telonics for the rated
operational life of the Subsystem (as recorded on the final test data sheet accompanying
the unit), up to a maximum of three (3) years from the date of initial shipment of the
Subsystem by Telonics.
1.2 The exterior packaging integrity of hermetically sealed subsystems are warranted for
the full operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of three (3) years from the
date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
1.3 The exterior packaging integrity of polymerically sealed subsystems are warranted for
the operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of one (1) year from the date of
initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
Limitations:
Although each Subsystem is supplied with a power supply in the form of a battery, Telonics
does not manufacture batteries (electrochemical cells), and therefore cannot warranty the
battery lifespan, mechanical integrity or other battery performance issues. However,
Telonics conducts extensive testing of all types of electro-chemical subsystems to determine
suitability to the application. Once an electrochemical system is chosen for a configuration,
testing procedures are employed at Telonics to evaluate every individual battery that is
installed in each transmitting subsystem. Even using these advanced testing procedures it is
not possible to determine a specific battery's lifespan or mechanical integrity.
Telonics conducts tests to assure that each unit is transmitting at the power level selected
by the user. Actual range performance is a system characteristic dependent upon numerous
conditions including receiver sensitivity and noise figure, receiving antenna tuning and
pattern, transmitter antenna integrity, line of sight conditions in the field, and vegetation
and habitat conditions and other factors specific to individual study sites. Therefore it is
not possible to warranty a minimum range that will be achieved for units deployed in the field.
"Packaging integrity" as applicable to 1.2 and 1.3 above, is limited to normal wear as
encountered on the animal.
It is the purchaser's obligation to make certain that it orders the correct size and type
of Subsystem for the particular type and size of animal that the Subsystem will be applied
to, and no warranty is expressed or implied for any failure to meet operational specifications
due in whole or in part to use of an incorrect size or type of Subsystem.
No warranty is expressed or implied with regard to abnormal events or damage due to human
actions such as gunshot damage, vehicle encounters, etc. Further, no warranty is expressed
or implied with regard to damage resulting from misuse, accidents, unauthorized service,
extreme conditions, or other causes not specifically enumerated herein.
The entire risk, as to the results and performance of the Subsystem, is assumed by the
customer. Neither Telonics, nor its suppliers, shall have any liability to the customer or
any other person or entity for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage
whatsoever, regardless whether Telonics has been told of the possibility of such damages or
that such damages might be foreseeable. Telonics has no responsibility or liability for the
claims of any third party. Telonics' and its suppliers' maximum aggregate liability shall not
exceed the amount paid by the customer for the Subsystem.
Exercising the Warranty
If a defect occurs, return the Subsystem to Telonics within the applicable time frame
noted above at the following address: TELONICS, 932 E. IMPALA AVENUE, MESA AZ USA 85204-6699.
Telonics does not assume responsibility for loss or damage to equipment during shipment.
Telonics does not assume responsibility for delays resulting from shipment on commercial or
private carriers. We insure all equipment shipped from our facility and suggest that shipments
to Telonics also be insured. Customer shall arrange for and pay all shipping, insurance and
related charges incurred in the shipment of Subsystems to and from Telonics under this warranty.
Upon the timely return to our facility within the applicable time frame noted above, if
the exterior packaging integrity and/or internal electronics (excluding batteries) are
defective, the Subsystem will be replaced or repaired, at Telonics' sole discretion, at no cost
to the customer, other than shipping charges. This remedy is the exclusive remedy. This product
is supplied without any further warranties or conditions, expressed or implied, including
warranties of merchantability, quality or fitness for particular reason or those arising by
laws, statutes or trade usage or course of dealing.
The above warranty extends only to the original purchaser and does not cover any Subsystem
which is resold or otherwise transferred from the original purchaser to another party.
The warranty will be extended to customers who purchase the Subsystem directly from a
Telonics-authorized distributor.