Environmental Sensor Configuration Commands
An environmental sensor configuration command begins with externalsensor.
You can configure the name and location parameters of an individual
environmental sensor.
Note: To configure an actuator, see
page 680).
Changing the Sensor Name
This command names an environmental sensor.
config:#
externalsensor <n> name "<name>"
Variables:
•
<n> is the ID number of the environmental sensor that you want to
configure. The ID number is available in the PX3TS web interface or using
the command "show externalsensors <n>" in the CLI. It is an integer
starting at 1.
•
<name> is a string comprising up to 64 ASCII printable characters. The
<name> variable must be enclosed in quotes when it contains spaces.
Note: To name an actuator, see
680).
Specifying the CC Sensor Type
Raritan's contact closure sensor supports the connection of diverse third-party.
You must specify the type of connected detector/switch for proper operation.
Use this command when you need to specify the sensor type.
config:#
externalsensor <n> sensorSubType <sensor_type>
Variables:
•
<n> is the ID number of the environmental sensor that you want to
configure. The ID number is available in the PX3TS web interface or using
the command "show externalsensors <n>" in the CLI. It is an integer
starting at 1.
•
<sensor_type> is one of these types: contact, smokeDetection,
waterDetection or vibration.
Type
Description
contact
The connected detector/switch is for detection of
door lock or door closed/open status.
Chapter 9: Using the Command Line Interface
Actuator Configuration Commands
Actuator Configuration Commands
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