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		<title>What is a Phoenix Field Unit?</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/43/</link>
		<description>The Phoenix is a data gathering instrument for use in the field (roadway). By using the Phoenix and one of several possible combinations of sensors, traffic data and vehicle classification can be  ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 00:34:34 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Phoenix II Features &amp; Specifications</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/44/</link>
		<description>The Phoenix II is a stand alone unit that is designed to work with sensors to detect and classify vehicular traffic on interstates, highways and roads. 
Robust military specification connectors p ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 00:16:27 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>False Leap Year reported</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/126/</link>
		<description>Counters NOT affected will include firmware versions (3.35 and newer) and (4.06 and newer).
As with the issue reported HERE counters that do NOT have the above firmware versions, may incorrectly  ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2014 21:53:43 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Modes, Sensors, and How to Use Them</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/37/</link>
		<description>Overview
Below we discuss the various ways the Phoenix MDK can collect data, and what types of sensors are required to collect each type of data. Please read this section carefully. The Phoenix M ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2012 20:48:38 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Cascade Modem</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/87/</link>
		<description>Cascade Low Power Data Modem (CDM) for extreme temperatures
The Cascade Modem is designed to operate reliably in harsh conditions. It serially connects (RS-232) with any data-collecting or electr ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:54:57 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Memory Usage</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/42/</link>
		<description>Each mode uses a different amount of memory for storing traffic data. This appendix is intended to give the user an approximation of how long a Phoenix MDK Field Unit may collect data before retri ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:33:09 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>System Sentry - Enquires &amp; Commands Guide</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/68/</link>
		<description>ST: Status (enquire)
The Status enquire returns the current System Sentry status as follows:     &amp;gt;%02X%02X%02X%02X%02X%02X%02X%04X%04X%04X,%04X  The &quot;&amp;gt;&quot; indicates the start of the response  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:20:01 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Transferring Files From DataHog to a PC using Centurion</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/59/</link>
		<description>Transferring Files from DataHog to a PC, Workstation or Laptop using Centurion:
 

Open CENTURION on your workstation.
Connect DATAHOG to your workstation using a Null Modem Cable (provided wi ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:15:33 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Phoenix Technical Specifications</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/49/</link>
		<description>Features

Count 1 to 16 lanes 

Count methods include direction, lane subtraction and normal



 

Classify 1 to 8 lanes 

Possible sensor arrangements per lane for classification: Two ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:11:08 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Trouble Shooting - The Phoenix MDK</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/41/</link>
		<description>Some basic problems can occur during normal operation of your Phoenix MDK. Generally, they are caused by some small error in setup or sensor installation.
Listed below are some basic problems and ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:29:12 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Default Bin Tables - Pegasus, Phoenix and Unicorn MDK</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/39/</link>
		<description>Overview
The tables below describes the default bins categories that are used with the Pegasus, Phoenix and Unicorn MDK units.
 
These &amp;ldquo;Bins&amp;rdquo; are used to total up all vehicles meeti ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:23:27 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Using the Phoenix MDK with a Modem</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/38/</link>
		<description>Overview
 
All Phoenix MDK counters come fully operable for use with a modem. You will need some type of telephone communication package to access the counter through the modem. Diamond Traffic  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:21:57 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Why Would a Loop Board Shut Down?</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/36/</link>
		<description>Loop Board Monitoring
Traffic counter/classifiers like our Unicorn, Pegasus, Phoenix, Phoenix RAX have a built in function to insure that the MDK loop boards functioning properly. Basically, when ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:17:40 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Apollo Quick Start Guide</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/24/</link>
		<description>Apollo Vehicle Traffic Counter Classifier Field Setup Procedure:Once you&#039;ve opened the unit to reveal its faceplate, toggle the Power switch to the &quot;ON&quot; position.The unit should display its Name,  ...</description>
		<author>Jesse Brady</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 22:55:02 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>What units are compatible with Centurion?</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/18/</link>
		<description>The following is a list for known compatibility:  Apollo: All Versions DataHog: 1.50+ Pegasus: 2.39 - 2.45 Phoenix: 2.39 - 2.45 Unicorn: 2.39 - 2.45 Unicorn Limited: All VersionsSprite: 1.40+Trail ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:11:25 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>My Portable Road Tube Counter Will Not Come On</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/14/</link>
		<description>There are only a couple of things that can be done to fix this problem. One is to replace the battery, if the counter is approximately four or more years old the battery may have gone dead, to do  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:02:47 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>I&#039;ve swiped the magnet across the side of the Counter while viewing the data, and now it is gone.</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/12/</link>
		<description>Is there any way to get that data back?
By design, if the display of the portable traffic counter is on, users have the option using the magnet to show each interval count (by repeat touches to t ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>System Sentry - Basic Features &amp; Functions</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/64/</link>
		<description>IntroductionThe System Sentry is an electronic system manager for permanent traffic data collection sites. It is designed to do two things:1. Help prevent sites from going down. It does this by:  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 20:56:44 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Setting the Apollo to Display Metric </title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/61/</link>
		<description>Setting an Apollo to Display Metric (Manual Configuration of Counter)

POWER ON power to Apollo
Press      the ALT + LEFT ARROW together.  This will take the operator to      the &amp;lsquo;ADVANCE ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 20:10:01 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>Retrieve Data Files Using a DataHog</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/58/</link>
		<description>
RETRIEVING DATA FILES FROM THE APOLLO USING A DATAHOG:
 



Turn off power to APOLLO, closing data study and moving      all files to memory.
Connect standard 9 pin (male to female) serial ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 19:49:29 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>System Sentry with TrafMan</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/65/</link>
		<description>The following screen shots show the basic functions and commands available to you after linking to the System Sentry with TrafMan Software.Main Link Screen (Data Download &amp;amp; Real Time Power Mon ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:05:17 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>System Sentry - Storage Format</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/69/</link>
		<description>The following chart describes the binary storage format used by the System Sentry:
 




Byte


Bit


Description




0


7


Voltage @ 12V Battery/DC Charger

Value   is  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:28:14 GMT</pubDate>
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		<title>How To Manually Erase Data Files from the Apollo</title>
		<link>http://support.diamondtraffic.com/knowledgemanager/questions/57/</link>
		<description>TO MANUALLY ERASE DATA FILES FROM THE APOLLO
 
NOTE: USE THIS FEATURE ONLY IF YOU ARE CERTAIN YOU WANT TO ERASE THE MEMORY. ALL DATA WILL BE LOST. THIS CANNOT BE UNDONE, AND ONCE THE PROCESS IS  ...</description>
		<author>Colin Gibson</author>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:46:24 GMT</pubDate>
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