RM1250 User Guide
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Bullhorn System Overview
Bullhorn is a wireless telemetry system that provides scheduled and by-exception inbound reporting for field
equipment typically located in remote areas. Data and alarm packets transmit from remote field locations to
your account on the secure Bullhorn Web (
https://www.bullhornsys.com
) using digital cellular or satellite
communication networks. You can quickly determine the status of field equipment anytime using information
that posts to your website account.
The Bullhorn system provides remote monitoring with full coverage using GSM cellular network, GEOS satellite
(SkyWave-Inmarsat), or LEOS satellite (ORBCOMM) communication networks.
RM1250 Overview
RM1250 units automatically read meters to accumulate and report pulse counts. The units utilize cellular
communication with Bullhorn Web, the web-based asset manager where readings can be monitored. Reports
and extracts are also available through the Bullhorn Web account to view the data from the units.
The RM1250 inputs can be measured and configured locally using either the Bullhorn Tools software on a laptop
or the mobile application on a smartphone or tablet (running iOS 8.1 or later). Bullhorn Tools software is
available for download from the Bullhorn Web
Help
(
Downloads)
page, and the mobile app is available through
the Apple
®
App Store.
The RM1250 is a fully-integrated unit that can be mounted alone or on top of a meter. All components, including
the antenna, are internal to make it easier to transport, install, and maintain.
The RM1250 supports the following inputs:
•
Accumulator 1
•
Digital Input 1
•
Accumulator 2
•
Digital Input 2
Refer to
Technical Specifications
for more details on the different inputs.
The input connections and battery placement for the RM1250 are shown in Figure 1-1.
