Open the BarnTalk Gateway box and find the included Installation Card.
Step 1: Scan the QR Code on the installation card to register your Gateway or fill out the registration here https://subscription.barntools.com/. Fill in your Name, Phone, and Email. You will receive a text message with a link to download the BarnTalk mobile app to your smart phone.
Step 2: Download the app, log in, and follow the prompts to install your gateway.
Tip: If you've previously downloaded the demo, touch the plus button at the top right-hand corner of your screen to begin setting up your Gateway.
Step 3: Scan the Gateway barcode located at the lower right-hand corner on top of the Gateway as shown below.
Step 4: Hang your Gateway near a plug-in centrally located between where you plan to place your sensors. Name your sensors with a black permanent marker and name your sensors in the BarnTalk App. Hang your sensors.
Site Layout Considerations
SENSOR GUIDELINES
- Typically, 2-3 barns can be covered by 1 Gateway.
- The Gateway should be centrally located on your site.
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Sensors should be placed within 700 ft. of the Gateway for best connection.
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Minimize barriers between the antenna and sensors, including thick concrete/steel walls.
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Hang or place sensors at least 1 foot away from walls to optimize connectivity.
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1 Temperature Sensor per room OR every 200 ft. in large rooms.
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1 Humidity Sensor per room.
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1 Outdoor Temperature Sensor per Gateway.
CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY GUIDELINES
- Cellular antenna should always be mounted outside and higher for best performance.
- Mounting the antenna on the same side of the barn as the closest cell tower (if you know its location) may yield better results — but is often not necessary.
If you have any issues or feedback, reach out to our support team via email at support@barntools.com or call 515-272-5122 during the hours of 8am-5pm CST Monday-Friday.