Apollo Weapons Detection System - Single Line Diagram Wired and Wireless Setup

Overview

The Apollo weapons detection system can be configured in two setup modes: Ethernet Wired Setup and Wireless Setup. Both configurations support the Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector and operator iPad for system management and alert resolution.

Components Required:

• 120V Power Source
• Apollo Converter (with LAN socket and POE socket)
• Dongle (with LAN port and USB-C port)
• Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector
• Operator iPad
• Cat6a FTP/STP Ethernet Cables

Connection Flow:

1. Apollo to Converter:
   • Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector connects via Cat6a FTP/STP ethernet cable
   • Cable plugs into Apollo Converter POE socket
2. Converter to Dongle:
   • Apollo Converter LAN socket connects to Dongle LAN port via Cat6a FTP/STP ethernet cable (DATA line)
3. Dongle to iPad:
   • Dongle USB-C port connects to Operator iPad to power/charge the iPad
4. Power Connections:
   • 120V Power Source connects to Apollo Converter (PWR)
   • 120V Power Source connects to Dongle (PWR)

Dongle Port Configuration:

• LAN Port: Receives data connection from Apollo Converter LAN socket
• USB-C Port: Connects to and powers/charges Operator iPad

Components Required:

• 120V Power Source 
• Apollo Converter (with LAN socket and POE socket)
• Wireless Router
• Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector
• Operator iPad
• Cat6a FTP/STP Ethernet Cables
• USB-C Power Cable

Connection Flow:

1. Apollo to Converter:
   • Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector connects via Cat6a FTP/STP ethernet cable
   • Cable plugs into Apollo Converter POE socket
2. Converter to Router:
   • Apollo Converter LAN socket connects to Wireless Router LAN port via Cat6a FTP/STP ethernet cable (DATA line)
3. Router to iPad:
   • Wireless Router communicates wirelessly with Operator iPad
   • No dongle required in this setup
4. Power Connections:
   • 120V Power Source connects to Apollo Converter (PWR)
   • 120V Power Source connects to Operator iPad via USB-C cable (PWR)
     
     
     

Apollo Converter Socket Configuration

The Apollo Converter has two sockets:

1. POE Socket: For Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector connection (provides power and data)
2. LAN Socket: For Dongle (wired setup) or Wireless Router (wireless setup) connection (data only)
   
   

Cable Specifications

Cat6a FTP/STP Ethernet Cables:

• Cable Type: Cat6a FTP/STP (Foiled Twisted Pair/Shielded Twisted Pair)
• Purpose: Transmits data and provides Power over Ethernet (POE)
• Connections:
  • Apollo Intelligent Metal Detector to Apollo Converter POE socket
  • Apollo Converter LAN socket to Dongle LAN port (wired) or Router LAN port (wireless)

USB-C Connection:

• Purpose: Powers and charges the Operator iPad
• Wired Setup: USB-C cable from Dongle USB-C port to iPad
• Wireless Setup: USB-C cable from 120V Power Source to iPad
  
  

Key Differences Between Setup Types

Ethernet Wired Setup:

• Apollo Converter POE socket → Apollo Metal Detector
• Apollo Converter LAN socket → Dongle LAN port
• Dongle USB-C port → iPad (for power and charging)
• All connections are hardwired for maximum stability

Wireless Setup:

• Apollo Converter POE socket → Apollo Metal Detector
• Apollo Converter LAN socket → Wireless Router LAN port
• Router → iPad (wireless communication)
• iPad requires separate USB-C power connection from 120V power source
• Provides mobility and flexibility for operator positioning

Installation Notes

• Ensure all 120V power connections are properly grounded
• Use only Cat6a FTP/STP ethernet cables for proper shielding and POE requirements
• Verify dongle has both LAN port and USB-C port before installation
• Connect Apollo to POE socket (not LAN socket) on converter
• Connect Dongle/Router to LAN socket (not POE socket) on converter
• In wireless setup, confirm router has stable connectivity before going live
• Verify iPad maintains adequate charge during operation
• Test all connections before securing equipment in permanent positions

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