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- Page 1 INSTALLATION OPERATION MANUAL GENERATION 4 WIRELESS sigalarminc.com • 08/24/2018 • 1-800-589-3769 SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
8.2 Sensor trouble shooting ......31 3.14 Manage Device ........22 Information furnished by Allied Safety Systems Inc. DBA Sigalarm in this document is believed to be accurate. Allied Safety Systems Inc. makes no warranty, express, statutory and implied or by description, regarding the information set forth herein. - Page 5 READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION OPERATION SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
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Page 6: Overview
1. OVERVIEW 1.1 UNDERSTANDING E-FIELD DETECTION The Sigalarm system is a reliable and finely tuned “radio” designed to receive only one selective source: the detectible E-field present around all AC high voltage power lines. The strength of the signal (E-field) depends on the lines voltage and the distance from the lines. -
Page 7: Installation
2.3 INSTALLATION OF THE CONTROL MODULE; SIGALARM WCM4.0 The main component of the Sigalarm system is the control module WCM4.0. It should be mounted in the immediate vicinity of the operator in plain view, without obstructing their view of the work area. - Page 8 Black (Pin 3) Negative -ground POWER (Pin 1) Positive - always on 12-48v DC White (Pin 2) Twist together with Red Black (Pin 3) Negative - ground Front view of 2.0-pwr SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
- Page 9 2.5 INSTALLATION OF THE SENSOR(S); SIGALARM WS4.0 The solar sensors are the component of the system that detects voltage. TURN THE SENSOR ON: Remove the sensor lid and put the switch (sw1) in the on position. Prior to operation connect the solar panel in the lid to the (J3) connector in the base of the sensor.
- Page 10 PLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION: The almost unlimited types sizes and configurations of equipment on which Sigalarm products can be used make it impossible to cover every potential installation configuration in the manual. However, the following explanation should help you understand general sensor placement considerations.
- Page 11 The distance between two sensors must not be greater than 1.75 x MAD. Distance between sensors cannot exceed 1.75 x MAD MINIMUM APPROACH DISTANCE - MAD EXAMPLE If MAD = 20’ Then 1.75 x 20’ = 35’ Distance between sensors < 35’ SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
- Page 12 You must not rely on the information in this diagram as an alternative to advice from an appropriately qualified technician. If you have questions about any installation matter you should consult an appropriately qualified professional. PLACEMENT SUGGESTIONS SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
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Page 13: Installation Of The Speaker
(2.0spk) as follows: pin1 (white) to white, and pin4 (red) to black. Connect the speaker cable to the speaker socket located on the rear of the control module. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 14: Relay Options
These relay outputs are for up to a maximum of 50Vdc/75Vac only. A relay cable will be provided for you with every Sigalarm system. Each cable has three conductors and pins. The cable can be used in relay ports 1, 2, 3 and 4. - Page 15 Pin 1(red) and 2(black) so the circuit is interrupted and hydraulic movement is stopped in a danger status. *Auto shut down in never recommend for equipment moving a load* SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
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Page 16: The Installation
Verify that the external and internal speakers alarm. Also check that visual warnings on the control module are functioning. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 17: Menu Display Identification
Sensor dashboard ▶ Set point display ▶ Sensor status gauge ▶ Touch screen button icons You can drag the default home screen HINT to the left for an alternate gauge view SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 18: Tool Bar
3.2 TOOL BAR Item Top Tool Bar Function Indicates if the Sigalarm system is receiving GPS service Indicates GSM signal strength; Optional Compass Indicates direction AZ/EI Indicates position Menu This icon opens the actions screen 3.3 SENSOR DASHBOARD Item Sensor Dashboard... -
Page 19: Touch Screen Icons
Decrease set point Enter Reset • After power is applied reverts unit to last set point. • Depressing the reset button for 15 seconds will reboot the system, known as a hard reset. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 20: Actions Screen Overview
3.8 ACTIONS SCREEN OVERVIEW The actions screen provides the point of access for all the following pages: ▶ Admin ▶ Display settings ▶ Setup defaults ▶ Manage sensors ▶ Manage devices ▶ Volume adjustment SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 21: Admin
As an added layer of protection access to these adjustments are password protected. PASSWORD Passwords should only be given to competent persons capable of making key safety decisions. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... - Page 22 Relay Port 3 & 4 Black White Danger status with “disable alarm lockout” selected DISABLE ALARM LOCKOUT Disable alarm lockout is only relevant if 2.0WRLY cable is installed & only effects relay 3 & 4. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS...
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Page 23: Display Setting
3.11 DISPLAY SETTINGS Item Action Screen Function Display Icon Adjust brightness 3.12 SETUP DEFAULTS Item Action Screen Function Set Up Icon Language preference, default English, software version, hardware version, SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 24: Manage Sensors
▶ Battery voltage ▶ Sensor e-field reading ▶ Radio strength 0-100 ▶ Radio signal quality 0-255 3.14 MANAGE DEVICES (COMING SOON) Item Action Screen Manage Devices Icon Synch key fob (optional) SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 25: Getting Started
B. Setup Defaults I. Select Language preferences (Coming Soon) C. Manage sensors I. Add or remove sensors as necessary II. Verify pairing D. Manage Devices I. Verify key fob status (Coming Soon) SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 26: Operations
Never approach any power line closer than the minimum safe distance set by OSHA. If multiple lines are present the Sigalarm system should be set to the lowest voltage line, and additional precautions may be required. - Page 27 The Sigalarm system should be set to give a warning no closer than the minimum approach distance or MAD from the power line. Set point adjustments can also be made utilizing the increase or decrease buttons. Use a spotter to help you determine a safe position while adjusting the setpoint.
- Page 28 It is highly recommended that a Sigalarm distributor or an equally competent person complete installations ▶ Prior to use operator training should be done by Sigalarm, it representatives, or a competent person. ▶ When operating in close proximity to high voltage power lines vehicles should be prohibited from traveling between the boom and power line.
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Page 29: Remote Control Operations
15 seconds. If the auto shutdown feature has been utilized this will allow the operator to pull away from the line. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN UTILIZING THE OVERRIDE FEATURE SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 30: Data Management
All control modules record events up to 2 gigs of storage 6.2 DOWNLOADING DATA (COMING SOON) Download data using the data port on the rear of the control module and the supplied data cable. 6.3 DATA DASHBOARD (COMING SOON) SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 31: Specifications
3.75 volts. The sensor battery can be charged using any micro USB. Plug the USB in the (J1) port. The switch must be in the on position to charge the battery. SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 32: Control Module Screen
5.7 Full color display, High Brightness 900 Nits, 640 x 480 res. 7.8 TEMPERATURE -10° c to +70°c 7.9 SPEAKER Freq Resp: 300-15 kHz Power Rating 15W max Sensitivity: 105dB / 1W/1M SIGALARM INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL / GENERATION 4 WIRELESS... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
Hold down the manual reset button for 15 second to force a “hard reboot”. ▶ Unplug the power cord for 60 seconds and restart. ▶ Call Sigalarm for remote assistance if available. Frozen Screen ▶ Try adjusting the setpoint using the manual buttons. If the set point increases or decreases the touchscreen is frozen, but not the control module. - Page 34 NOTES **NO RMA NUMBER IS ISSUED. THE SERIAL NUMBER IS USED TO TRACK THE UNIT** Customers wishing to return units to Sigalarm for any reason must complete the Return Material Authorization (RMA) form before returning the units. This includes both Warranty and Out of Warranty repairs.
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