Active Infrared (through-beam)
Counter
Version 2.2
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TrailMaster
Model TM1500
TrailMaster
Model TM1550
(with 4K or 8K Memory)
(with 4K Memory)
TrailMaster
Model TM1500
Red alignment
indicator light
Sight line for
alignment with
transmitter
Power
switch
Camera Connector
(for optional accessory)
Data Port
(for optional data collector unit)
Power
Switch
TM1500—Operation
TrailMaster’s TM1500 is a two-piece active infrared trail
monitoring system which sets up an invisible infrared beam
across the trail between the transmitter and receiver. (90 ft./30 m.
range) The infrared energy is transmitted as a wide beam from
the transmitter, and received in a small 3/8" diameter window on
the receiver. The only part of the transmitted beam which is
sensitive to being broken is the narrow 3/8" beam which is
received by the receiver. See Figure 1 below. By setting the beam
at the chest height of the animal you wish to monitor, and
controlling the length of time the beam must be blocked before it
registers as an event, you can count only the animals you want,
and ignore other animals or objects which pass through the
beam. This patented system provides a monitor which is easy to
align, but one with selective sensitivity to allow you to monitor an
area for movement of specific game. The TM1500 active infrared
trail monitor and its accessories are the standard by which all
other trail monitors are measured. Active infrared technology
has become the standard of the industry.
TM1500—Key Benefits
Beam Type: Through-beam, active infrared.
Maximum Recommended Range: 90 feet (distance between transmitter and
receiver).
Power: Four alkaline “C" batteries Transmitter. Four alkaline “C" batteries
Receiver. Operates 30 to 90 days.
Count Display: 4-digit internal LCD.
Enclosure: Weather-proof; compact, rugged, and easy to set up with straps
Dimensions: Receiver, 7.5 x 3.5 x 2.1 inches; Transmitter, 4.75 x 3.25 x 1.8
inches.
Shipping Weight: Receiver, 1.6 lbs.; Transmitter, 1.0 lbs. (includes batteries).
Operational features: The period counter can be left unattended is 30- to 90days, in typical mild weather.
Records date and time to the minute of each event Can store over 1000
events. (Note, 4000 events for model 4K or 8,000 events for model 8K)
Other features: Constant memory readout / 24 hr. clock; Low battery and
alignment indicator lamp; external counter reset; external connector for
remote accessories; auto shutoff of align mode; sight line for ease of
alignment.
Important Note
Before going to the
field, refer to the
operating manual
for instructions on
checking and
setting the correct
date and time for
your location.
Receiver face
TM1500—Installation
Instructions
Receiver
Unit
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Transmitter
Unit
TM1500—Installation
Instructions
Recommended Tools: Screwdriver, (Philips head)
Step 1. In forested locations, select a site along the trail
with up to 10” diameter trees on both sides of the trail.
The extra set(s) of straps (included in your order) can be
used to lengthen the straps thus allowing the
attachment to large diameter trees.
Step 2. Mount the Receiver Unit (with nylon straps,
provided on the unit) to one tree, with the sensor (located
on the right side of the unit) facing the opposite tree.
(Note, use the alignment sighting line to aim the receiver
sensor in the direction of the opposite tree where the
Transmitter unit will be mounted.)
TM1500—Installation
Instructions
Step 3. Turn “on” the Receiver unit’s
power switch and press the “Set Up”
button on the front of the unit.
Step 4. Mount the Transmitter unit on the
opposite tree (up to 90 feet away). Note, the
sensor of the transmitter is located on the
front face of the unit. This sensor should be
aiming back towards the Receiver unit. Turn
the power switch on.
TM1500—Installation
Instructions
Step 5. At this time, you should notice the
“red” alignment indicator on the Receiver
blinking to indicate when the transmitter and
receiver units are aligned.
Step 6. Tighten all mounting straps on each
unit. Then, take several passes back and forth
on the trail to verify that the counter is
counting. If not, reposition the Receiver units
to align the sensor’s beam.
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
. . .x
After aligning the
transmitter and
receiver, you must
clear (or reset to
zero) the counter.
To clear, you do the
following . . .
Receiver face
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
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“Resetting the Counter”
1
Press here
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
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“Resetting the Counter”
2
Press here
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
0
“Resetting the Counter”
3
Press here
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
0
The counter is
now ready to
begin counting.
TM1500—Calibration & Initial
Setup
0
Make a selection:
REPEAT
Demo
CONTINUE
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
Traffic Counter Data Collection Sheet
Sampling Location or Site Name: _______________
Counter brand and serial number or property number: ________________
Interval Setting: 1 hour
Name of Data Collector: _________________
Date: _________________
Place a check in this
column to denote time
counter was started
Time
12:00 a.m. (midnight)
12:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:30
8:00
8:30
To extract your
collected
date/timestamped data
from the counter,
do the following...
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
12:00 p.m. (noon)
12:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:30
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
Log noXX
Recorded Counts
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
Note, the number
displayed is the total
counts (cumulative) for
the entire sampling
period.
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
Note, the number
displayed is the total
counts (cumulative) for
the entire sampling
period.
To find out when
these counts
occurred, do the
following . . .
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
12. 1
1
Press here
…the date will appear
(month.day)
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
15.31
2
Press here
again
…the time will appear
(hour.minute)
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
1
3
Press here
again
…the count will appear
Note, the count
displayed is a
cumulative total
of successive
counts.
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
Ehru
4
Press here
again
…when this message is
displayed it indicates you
have reached the end of
the recorded counts.
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
Ehru
4
Press here
again
…when this message is
displayed it indicates you
have reached the end of
the recorded counts.
REPEAT
Demo
CONTINUE
TM1500—Recording
Collected Data
You should be
recording this
information onto
the form. The
form enclosed
with your
shipment may be
different from the
one shown here.
Traffic Counter Data Collection Sheet
Sampling Location or Site Name: _______________
Counter brand and serial number or property number: ________________
Interval Setting: 1 hour
Name of Data Collector: _________________
Date: _________________
Place a check in this
column to denote time
counter was started
Time
12:00 a.m. (midnight)
12:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:30
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
12:00 p.m. (noon)
12:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
4:00
4:30
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:30
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
Log noXX
Recorded Counts
TM1500—Product Service
Information
Goodson and Associates, Inc.
10614 Widmer
Lenexa, KS 66215
Contact: Bill Goodson
Phone: 913-345-8555 or
1-800-544-5415
Fax: 913/345-8272
Website: www.trailmaster.com
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TrailMaster
Model TM1550
Basically, the TM1550
is a TM1500 with
improved features.
Greater range, nonvolatile memory,
passcode protection,
and energyconservation are just
some of the advanced
features.
The physical difference . . .
Trail Master
Model TM1550
Trail Master
Model TM1500
Power
Switch
Comparison . . .
TM1500
TM1550
same
same
battery life
1-3 mo.
8 mo.
weight &
dimensions
range
same
same
90 ft.
150 ft.
yes
yes
no
yes
power source
adjustable
sensitivity
non-volatile
data memory
TM1550
Installation Instructions
Calibration and Initial setup
Recording Collected Data
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