Preparation guidelines

Review these guidelines before starting the deployment of Silvanet Gateways and Sensors.

Deployment app permissions

Ensure you have allowed the Silvanet Deployment app to access the Smartphone's location and camera.

Work in teams of two

When installing Silvanet devices in a forest, always work in teams of at least two people. When using the ladder, ensure it is securely leaned against the tree and is stable before climbing the ladder. If possible, have an assistant securely hold the ladder.

Before going to the Site to deploy the Silvanet devices, ensure you have prepared (at a minimum) for a day's Silvanet deployment efforts. You need to use the Deployment app to register the Device ID by scanning a QR Code on the device. Aftewards, you mount the device. Finally, you run Connectivity Tests for Border and Mesh Gateways. Wildfire Sensors need 14 days to calibrate (before this ends, the Sensor does not send usable data).

• Correct number of devices for a day's work: Before going to the forest, ensure you have the correct number of devices, spacers, treenails and garden wire (if required) for deploying the amount of devices sufficient for a day's work.

• Carefully carry devices while entering the forest: Pack the required number and type of Silvanet devices carefully in a strong backpack or toolbox.

• Use toolboxes for the required devices and tools: Use a waterproof box with a handle to keep the devices safe and dry while in the forest. Another carry case can be used for the required tools. See Deployment tools.

• Ensure the Smartphone is fully charged: Smartphones need to be fully charged. Bring a backup power supply.

• Ensure Deployment app is installed: Make sure the Deployment app is installed on the Smartphone and the user is signed in. Also, ensure the app has been given Location and Cellular Data permissions.

• Launch Deployment app while having good connectivity: Launch the Deployment app while you have a good wireless connection. Mobile connectivity may become unreliable in parts of the Site. This allows the app's local database to be updated with device information.

• Open the relevant Site in the Deployment app: Before entering the forest, ensure you have the relevant Site opened. For details, see Deployment app.

• Cache the Map: From the respective Site, load the Map view to cache the map. This ensures you have access to the Map view should a mobile connection become poor or unavailable.