Benefits of Upgrading RMK-002 to RMK+ Long-Range Versions

Long-range versions of the RMK product (here in after called RMK+) increase Wi-Fi signals so that Turntide® Smart Motor Systems™ can be installed farther away from the RMK. Increasing the range of one RMK increases the number of motors that can be added to a single RMK and therefore reduces the total number of RMKs on a roof.

By using more cable networking hardware, the reliability of wireless communications between RMK and the Turntide Smart Motor System increases. This helps to reduce nuisance alerts from the Turntide Cloud for intermittent communications issues.

RMK-### = 40ft radius

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Appended with LR for long-range = 150ft radius

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RMK Signal Radius

Use the following signal radius distances only as guidelines. Actual radius depends on signal strength, which is also affected by such factors as physical barriers and signal interference.

RMK-### = 40ft radius
Appended with LR for long-range = 150ft radius

RMK Upgrade Kit Assembly

PoE Injector
MikroTik Router with SFP Port and PoE out
Control Transformer, 24 VAC 75 VA, multi-tap input Note: The supplied control transformer is multi-ta. You must ensure that you are connecting to the correct primary leads of the transformer.
Ubiquiti Antenna UniFi AC AP Mesh Pro long-range. Includes new SSID label for network ID.
15’ CAT6 ethernet cable, Qty 1 1’ CAT6 ethernet cable, Qty 3 Rated for outdoor use (UV resistant, waterproof, direct burial rated)
10' of 18 gauge wire (for transformer) 2' of 18 gauge wire (for the PoE 24 VAC in) 3' of 14 gauge wire 3/4" Weather Tite connector Screws for mounting the transformer

Upgrade

Your existing RMK may resemble:	Your upgraded version (RMK+) should resemble:

Transfer Network to Improve Signal Strength

When upgrading to an RMK+, you may be asked to transfer motor controllers from one RMK network to another to improve signal strength on the roof. Contact your Turntide representative if these details have not been made clear to you.

Wiring Diagram for Upgraded RMK

To distinguish the existing RMK items from new items, the Upgrade Kit items are highlighted in yellow in the following diagram:

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Upgrade Instructions

Follow all local codes and common installation practices.

Step 1: Assemble the new Ubiquiti antenna

We recommend that you assemble the antenna mount before starting the work on the rooftop unit.

1	Turn OFF the power to the unit.
2	Unterminate/unwire the existing antenna. Dismantle the antenna riser to remove the electrical box cover as it could potentially restrict the wireless range of the Ubiquiti antenna.
3	For a long-range antenna: Using the Ubiquiti pole mount kit, attach the mounting bracket to the conduit. For detailed assembly instructions, see https://dl.ui.com/qsg/UAP-AC-M-PRO/UAP-AC-M-PRO_EN.html	The chrome locking push-buttons should be mounted on the bottom.

Step 2: Assemble the router

1	Remove the MikroTik router from the box and set aside the DC adapter power cable. (The power cable is 2’ long with only the barrel connector intact. You will be using it later.)
2	Remove the 4 rubber stands on the bottom of the MikroTik router to make the base leveled.
3	Apply double-sided tape on the bottom of the router. Do NOT adhere the tape to the cooling vent.
4	Secure the MikroTik router in the NEMA enclosure, positioning the router on the top-right of the inside of the front panel. The LED side of the router should be touching the top side of the NEMA enclosure as shown. Ensure that the router is positioned close to the top lip of the NEMA enclosure with NO access to the Reset button.
5	Wire the bare wire side of the MikroTik power cable to the 12VDC side of the 24VAC to 12VDC converter. Note: Dotted wire is negative, and non-dotted wire is positive.

Step 3: Assemble the PoE Injector

1	Remove the Altronix NETWAY 1 PoE Injector from the packaging.
2	Apply double-sided tape on the bottom of the Altronix NETWAY 1 PoE injector.
3	Attach the Altronix NETWAY 1 PoE injector on the left interior wall of the NEMA enclosure.

Step 4: Wire the 24VAC to the PoE Injector

Terminate the new 18- gauge wire into 24VAC input of the Altronix NETWAY 1 PoE injector.

Wire the other side of the 18-gauge wire to the "AC IN" terminals on the 24VAC to 12 VDC converter. Be careful to not disconnect the 24VAC power source wiring.

Step 5: Install the CAT6 Ethernet Cables

1	Remove the blue ethernet cable from the Turntide Supervisor.
2	Connect the CAT6 ethernet cable (from step 1) between the LAN 1 port of the Cradlepoint modem and Port 1 of the MikroTik router. An additional 1’ CAT6 cable has been included with this kit if the CAT6 cable in the existing RMK cannot be rerouted.
3	Connect the 1’ CAT6 Ethernet cable from the Turntide Supervisor to Port 2 on the MikroTik router.
4	Connect the 1’ CAT6 Ethernet cable from the Altronix NETWAY 1 PoE Injector “IN” port to Port 3 on the MikroTik router.
5	Plug one end of the 15' CAT6 ethernet cable into the OUT of the PoE Injector and route it through the enclosure and plug it into the Ubiquiti antenna. Route the cable through the hole that was previously used by the Cradlepoint antenna. NOTE: You many need to remove the old connector and re-drill the hole and use a ¾” Weather Tite connector. Secure the cable with zip ties to the conduit. Ensure that you neatly tighten down all slack in the ethernet cables in a safe location.	Important: Once the Ubiquity antenna is installed, it will replace the original modem SSID.
6	To ensure protection from outdoor conditions, install the Ethernet cable through the rubber gasket on the Ubiquiti antenna port cover. Reinstall the power cover once the cable is installed. Secure the cable with zip ties to the conduit. Ensure that you neatly tighten down all slack in the ethernet cables in a safe location. Once the Ubiquity antenna is installed, it will replace the original modem SSID (Network ID). Hide/remove the old SSID sticker on the NEMA box and stick the updated sticker with the new SSID.	The SSID is the last 4 characters of the antenna’s serial # - The network name should be "TT-####" where #### is the serial number of the Ubiquiti.
7	Plug in the MikroTik router power connector.

Step 6: Install the Control Transformer

Reminder: Ensure that the power is OFF to the unit.

1	Find an adequate location within the controls cabinet to mount the 24VAC transformer. Use the provided 14-gauge wiring to terminate the transformer primary winding onto the line side of the indoor fan contactor. Be sure to connect the proper primary winding to match the voltage of the line side power.
2	Terminate power from the secondary side of the 24VAC transformer to the Turntide Supervisor. You may reuse the existing 24VAC wiring to the RMK (if it’s suitable) OR Replace it with the 10’ of 18/2 wiring (included in the kit). COM (common) on the transformer wires to 24V L terminal on the Turntide Supervisor 24VAC on the transformer wires to 24V H terminal on the Turntide Supervisor Use the existing conduit and connectors to route the 24VAC from the new control transformer. Note: The wires preinstalled on the Supervisor's 24 VAC input terminal, which supply power to the 12 VDC converter, should remain installed after installing the power wiring from the transformer.	Caution: 24-volt wiring is polarity sensitive! If wiring is terminated incorrectly, it will damage the Turntide Supervisor or the control transformer.
3	Check the final assembly for layout.
4	If your kit includes a laminated wiring diagram, tape it to the inside lid of the enclosure.
5	Remount the assembled antenna riser to the non-removable panel of the HVAC (rooftop) unit using the two conduit hangers and sheet metal screws. The conduit should be screwed/bolted to the side of HVAC (rooftop) unit.

Step 7: Start up the system

1	Turn ON the power unit.
2	Verify that the Turntide Supervisor has power and is running by checking the green RUN LED.
3	Verify the LED on the Cradlepoint modem is on: Green LED = Power and Connection to cell Blue LED = Cell strength Note: The Cradlepoint modem Wi-Fi will be disabled (turned off) after you contact Turntide Technical Services to verify operation. At that point the Wi-Fi LED should NOT be green.
4	Ensure that the router is powered up. View the LED display on the MikroTik router. Note: PoE Injector is polarity-sensitive. If the LED lights are not illuminated, the polarity was set up incorrectly.
5	Contact Turntide (877-776-8470) to confirm the RMK is operating and posting data to the Cloud. Important: Verify that the SIM card door is closed on the Cradlepoint modem. An open SIM card door is the most common cause of an RMK not communicating. For a video demonstration, see RMK Commissioning.	Reminder: A Turntide Technical Services representative will disable the Cradlepoint modem Wi-Fi network during this step to prevent accidental reconnections in the future.
6	After installation is finished, complete the 01C. Remote Monitoring Kit - Upgrade to RMK+ Installation workflow on the XOi mobile app.