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- Page 1 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual ➢ ARC Plus ➢ ARC Plus SL ➢ AutoLoad Plus Software Rev B ARC Plus firmware version 3.0.3.4 AutoLoad Plus software version 3.1.130...
- Page 2 New macro features, including email templates for even greater flexibility in formatting email alerts ............75 Built-in SNMP agent ....................28 Copyright © 2008-2012 Burk Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 8 ARC Plus Model ........................... 8 Status LEDs ..........................9 Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) ..................9 Jog Wheel ..........................9 Command Buttons ........................9 Remote LED ..........................9 Alarm LED ..........................9 ARC Plus SL ..........................10 Remote Button and LED ...................... - Page 4 Archiving ARC Plus Settings to the PC ................... 24 Loading Archived Settings ..................... 24 Uploading Firmware ........................24 Changing the Site Name ......................25 Managing Users ......................... 25 Time Settings ..........................26 Network Settings ........................27 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 5 Configuring an ARC Plus Network (Multi-Site Installations)............41 Adding Sites to the Network ....................41 Categorizing Sites ........................42 Adding ARC-16 Sites to the Network ..................42 Setting the Network Password ....................42 Speech Settings ......................... 43 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 6 Configuring Status Inputs ......................59 Status Channels Tab ........................59 Inverting a Status Channel ..................... 59 Setting the Status channel Source ..................... 60 Status Alarms Tab ........................61 Enabling/Disabling Alarms ..................... 61 Delayed Alarm Reporting ...................... 61 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 7 Macro Name .......................... 76 Run Label and Stop Label ...................... 76 Speech Label .......................... 76 Front Panel Operation ........................77 Menu navigation ........................77 Selecting Sites and Channels for Display ................... 77 Selecting Sites ........................77 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 8 Restoring Default Settings ......................82 Using the Web Interface ........................ 83 System Requirements........................ 83 Security ............................83 Logging In and Out........................84 Navigating the Web Interface ....................84 Channels ..........................84 Macros ........................... 84 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 9 Using the ESI in Local Mode ...................... 96 ESI Plus Command List ....................... 97 Appendix A: Specifications ......................98 Appendix B: FCC Part 68 Statement .................... 100 Appendix C: ESI Plus Diagnostics ....................102 Appendix D: ESI Plus Vocabulary ....................103 ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 10: Introduction
ARC Plus SL Model The ARC Plus SL model provides the full monitoring and control functionality of the ARC Plus in a slim footprint by trading the front panel, onboard ESI Plus capability, and RS-232 serial ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 11: Status Leds
Alarm LED Indicates alarm activity. Illuminates red when there is an alarm at the local site (default). May also be configured to indicate an alarm at any site in the ARC Plus network. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 12: Arc Plus Sl
Provides null modem cable connection to the ESI or CI port on an ARC-16 for backwards compatibility. Uses DB-9F to DB-9F cable (for ESI port) or DB-9F to DB-25F cable (CI port). Ethernet (RJ-45) Provides Ethernet connection to LAN/WAN. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 13: Plusbus (Rj-45)
• Plus-X AC-8 • Plus-X IP-8 Adapter • Plus-X GSC Adapter For specific information on installing and configuring your Plus-X accessories, refer to the manual for your product. Manuals are available online at www.burk.com. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 14: Plusconnect™ Direct Transmitter Interfaces
PlusConnect models are available for many popular models. For a complete list of supported transmitters, visit www.burk.com. To install your PlusConnect, follow the instructions in your product’s manual. The installation procedure is similar to installing any Plus-X Ethernet I/O device. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 15: Autoload Plus Software
ARC Plus that contains an ESI Plus. Likewise, dialing in to an ARC Plus containing an ESI Plus will permit telephone-based monitoring of conditions at the ARC Plus SL site if the ARC Plus SL is on the same network as the ARC Plus. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 16: Autopilot 2010 Software
LAN. AutoPilot 2010 provides a customizable GUI, logging and automatic report generation, network and SNMP monitoring, and integration of remote security cameras. Details are included in the AutoPilot 2010 instructions. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 17: Web-Based Monitoring And Control
Periodic updates to ARC Plus software and firmware, along with release notes, are made available at www.burk.com. To be notified when new versions are available, sign up for email updates by clicking the Email Updates link on the Burk Technology web site. System Security The ARC Plus protocol contains an encrypted digital signature, preventing unauthorized access without requiring SSL. -
Page 18: Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup Installing the ARC Plus Unit Install the ARC Plus in a location with access to your LAN/WAN. If you intend to operate the ARC Plus in a stand-alone configuration (dial-up modem and telephone access, but no TCP/IP connection), a network connection must still be available for on-the-bench configuration. A crossover cable may also be used to connect a computer directly to the ARC Plus for configuration. - Page 19 PC’s IP address to the 192.168.0.x range. After you have configured your IP address to communicate with the ARC Plus SL, you are ready to launch the AutoLoad Plus software to configure the ARC Plus SL’s permanent network ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 20: Installing Plus-X I/O Devices
Automatic assignment is recommended in most cases. Select the channel number where you want to start assigning channels. For your first Plus-X device, starting at channel 1 is typical. Leave the “Map the default set of channels” checkbox checked and press OK.If installing ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 21: Connecting Analog And Status Inputs On The Plus-X Integrated Input Unit
(0-28VDC or switch closure). Metering channels 1-8 are the top left bank of pins and 9-16 are the bottom left bank of pins. Status channels 1-8 are the top right bank and 9-16 are the bottom right bank: ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 22: Secure Equipment Wiring To The Connector Blocks Using The Built-In Set Screws Before Attaching The Connector Block To The Appropriate Rear Panel Connectors
ICRU rear panel pinouts. Pinouts for raise channels (left side of ICRU rear panel) are identical to the pinouts for lower channels (right side of ICRU rear panel). Secure equipment wiring to the connector blocks using the built-in set screws before attaching the connector block to the appropriate rear panel connectors. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 23: Connecting An Arc-16 To The Arc Plus
For units connected to a telephone line, either via an ESI (for dial-up telephone control) or via an external dialup modem, external surge protection on the phone line is strongly recommended. The Burk Technology TS-1 is designed specifically for this purpose. External protection for the Ethernet connection is also recommended. -
Page 24: Arc Plus
For more information, see page 33. If the ARC Plus is configured to restore the relay state on power recovery, do not begin maintenance on any site equipment during a power interruption without first unplugging the ICRUs. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 25: Configuring System Settings
Configuring System Settings To get started with configuration, you will need to download and install AutoLoad Plus software if you have not done so already. The latest version of AutoLoad Plus is available from Burk Technology’s website at www.burk.com. AutoLoad Plus allows you to easily set up and administer your ARC Plus system using a PC. -
Page 26: Saving Configuration Changes To The Arc Plus
Preserve configuration checkbox. Leaving this checkbox checked is recommended. 5. Click Upload to upload firmware. 6. The ARC Plus will reboot at the end of the process. It may take several minutes for the entire process to complete. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 27: Changing The Site Name
System level users have full access to the ARC Plus system. This privilege level is required to make configuration changes using AutoLoad Plus. • Operators can issue commands, run and stop macros, clear alarms, and calibrate channels. • Observers have read-only access. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 28: Time Settings
To configure the ARC Plus to synchronize with an SNTP time server, use the SNTP tab. Enter the time server IP address, port, and rate (in minutes) at which the ARC Plus should synchronize. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 29: Network Settings
If, for security reasons, you wish to turn off the embedded web server, uncheck the box marked Enable web server. You will not be able to log in to the web interface if this box is checked. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 30: Snmp
Email and Dialout Notifications Each alarm can be linked to an email notification list and/or a dialout list to alert personnel to out-of-tolerance conditions or system alarms (such as an offline ICRU). In order for email alarm ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 31: Configuring Email Alarm Notifications
Emails originating from the ARC Plus must have a From address and a Reply address. Any undeliverable notifications will be sent to the reply to address. Most administrators simply enter their own email address for both of these settings. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 32: Email Lists
Configuring Dialout Alarm Notifications If an ESI Plus is installed in any ARC Plus in the network, metering and status alarms can trigger dialout notifications to telephone numbers on your dialout lists. Each status alarm and each ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 33: Dialout Lists
If you wish for an alarm notification to dial a modem-equipped PC running AutoPilot 2010, precede the telephone number with D (for data). This is a useful way to log an alarm to the PC if there is no IP connectivity to the remote site. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 34: Mapping The Front Panel Leds
LED in the space provided. If you do not wish to map LEDs, choose Compatibility Mode at the bottom of the screen. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 35: Site Settings
Restore relay states box if you want the ARC Plus to return all command relays to the state that was saved upon loss of power. Leave the box unchecked if you want the relays to remain open when power is restored. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 36: Timeout Settings
This will prevent false “Remote unit missing” alarms. Front Panel Behavior Front Panel The front panel behavior of the alarm LED, alarm list, and status report display is user configurable. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 37: Arc Plus And Arc Plus Sl
If the ARC Plus VFD is already in screen saver mode when you make a change to these settings, the screen saver will not update until the next time the front panel enters screen saver mode. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 38: Alarms
ARC Plus (such as Plus-X device becoming disconnected). To configure email notifications of system alarms, email server settings and at least one email notification list must be configured (see Configuring Email Alarm Notifications). ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 39: Events
Note: Depending on how you configure your ARC Plus, some activities may generate a high volume of events. For example, running macros frequently will generate many macro events. Configure the ARC Plus events accordingly to best suit your needs. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 40: Primary/Backup Esi Configuration
The ESI site timeout setting determines how long the ARC Plus will wait for a response from the primary ESI Plus. The ESI site max retries setting determines how many times it will retry the primary site before attempting to connect to the Backup ESI site. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 41: Modem Settings
To allow the modem to be used for dialout notifications and incoming calls, leave the Dialout on alarm and Answer calls boxes checked. Disabling these options is a means to turn off the modem functionality for this site. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 42: Autopilot 2010 Authorization Code
2010 with this ARC Plus. Note: The ARC Plus will retain the authorization code after upgrading firmware, resetting factory settings or cycling power. However, keeping a record of your authorization code is strongly recommended. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 43: Hiding Unused Channels
AutoLoad Plus. After the first site is connected, choose Add Site… from the Edit > Site List menu. You will be prompted for the IP address, port, username and password ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 44: Categorizing Sites
Each ARC Plus site has a network password that is used when connecting to other sites on the network. This prevents unauthorized ARC Plus sites from connecting to your network. Units shipping from the factory have a default network password of password. It is strongly ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 45: Speech Settings
The alarm condition is configured to dialout to a notification list • The site with the alarm has designated this ESI as a primary or backup ESI. • The dial out on alarm box is checked. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 46: Esi Phrases
PINs may contain up to eight digits. ESI Phrases Phrases The ESI Phrases tab allows configuration of the phrases used to greet the caller, say goodbye, and accept or reject passwords. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 47: Esi Plus Timeouts
The amount of time the ESI Plus allows for another ARC Plus site to supply data that this ESI Plus requested. After this duration has elapsed, the ESI Plus will speak, “Error” and you may enter more commands or disconnect. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 48: Site Presets
Site heading to choose a site name for as many preset numbers as desired. Once presets are established, entering 401-498 during an ESI Plus session will make the new site active for the session. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 49: Macro Presets
Site Name Speech Labels… from the Tools menu. Even if an ESI Plus is not installed on a particular ARC Plus unit, assigning a speech label allows other ESI Plus units to identify the unit during an ESI Plus session. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 50: Configuring Analog Inputs
Configuring Analog Inputs Configuration for the ARC Plus metering channels is broken out into several tabs in the main display area of AutoLoad Plus. Complete the configuration fields on each tab to set up your analog metering inputs. Meter Channels Tab The Meter Channels tab is where you configure the channel label, units label, calibration type, input characteristics, and decimal place behavior. -
Page 51: Meter Type
Degree Divides the raw input voltage by a 0.1 to show temperature readings from the Burk Technology BTU-4 temperature unit, which provides a 10mV / degree output. The decimal setting for channels configured for degree is locked at 1 (000.0). -
Page 52: Setting The Meter Channel Source
Set by a macro This option allows a macro to set this channel’s value. To assign the value, use the Set command in a macro (see page 71) or in Jet™ Active Flowcharts in AutoPilot® 2010. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 53: Meter Graph Tab
Choose whether to show history in minutes or hours by using the selection box under the Interval heading. When set to minutes, the graph will show up to 7 minutes of history. When set to hours, the graph will show up to 7 hours of history. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 54: Meter Alarms Tab
90 degrees will report the alarm as soon as the temperature reads 90. However, if the temperature decreases to 89.9 and returns to 90 after less than the rearm period, a second alarm is not issued. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 55: Enabling/Disabling Alarms
Because each critical alarm and each warning alarm can have its own email and dialout notification assignments, the only difference between a warning alarm and critical alarm is how each is logged on the front panel and in AutoPilot 2010 software. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 56: Meter Actions Tab
To configure an action, navigate to the Meter Actions tab and click the […] button in the appropriate field for the channel and limit that you want to set. Select the type of action (raise, lower, run macro or stop macro), and the target channel/macro. Action Dialog ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 57: Meter Notifications Tab
Dialout Notifications). A metering channel can be configured with critical alarms and warning alarms (low and high thresholds for each), and notifications for critical alarms may be directed to different lists from the notifications for warning alarms. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 58: Meter Display Tab
By default, meters show red for the ranges outside of critical limits, yellow for the ranges that encompass warning limits, and green for the normal range. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 59: Meter Speech Labels Tab
Metering values are scaled according to the input type specified on the Meter Channels tab (see Meter Type), and a calibration constant is applied to all input types except Millivolt and Degree. The calibration constant converts the scaled value to a calibrated value, corresponding to the ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... - Page 60 4. To change the value of the metering channel, enter the actual channel reading in the box for New Value and press the Calibrate button. AutoLoad Plus will automatically calculate a new calibration constant. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 61: Configuring Status Inputs
Configuring Status Inputs Configuration for the ARC Plus status channels is broken out into several tabs in the main display area of AutoLoad Plus. Complete the configuration fields on each tab to set up your status inputs. Status Channels Tab Under the On Label and Off Label headings, enter names for the status on and status off conditions, respectively. -
Page 62: Setting The Status Channel Source
Set by a macro This option allows a macro to set this channel’s state. To assign the state, use the Set command in a macro (see General Macro Expressions) or in Jet™ Active Flowcharts in AutoPilot® 2010. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 63: Status Alarms Tab
A status channel in alarm must remain in its normal state for a period of time before a new alarm is issued on that channel. Use the Rearm Delay column to specify this period. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 64: Setting The Alarm Severity
Status alarms may be configured as warning alarms or critical alarms. Both types of alarms are reported in the same ways (front panel, email notifications, dial out behavior, etc.). The designation as warning or critical simply aids in prioritizing alarm response or reviewing past alarm activity. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 65: Status Actions Tab
To configure an action, navigate to the Status Actions tab and click the […] button in the appropriate field for the channel and state that you want to set. Select the type of action (raise, lower, run macro or stop macro), and the target channel/macro. Action Dialog ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 66: Status Notifications Tab
Use the Status Notifications Tab to determine which email lists and/or dialout lists are used to notify operators of status alarms. Before a list is available for selection, it must be created using the Alarm Notifications window (see Email and Dialout Notifications). ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 67: Status Display Tab
To change which colors are used, navigate to the Status Display tab and click the […] icon next to each status on or status off message. The process is the same as for metering channels (see Meter Display Tab). ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 68: Status Speech Labels Tab
When an ESI Plus is installed, the settings on the Status Speech Labels tab assign pre-recorded vocabulary to each channel and unit label. The process for configuring status speech labels is the same as for metering channels (see Meter Speech Labels Tab). ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 69: Configuring Command Channels
Configuring Command Channels To configure command channels, navigate to the Commands tab. Command Configuration Momentary or Latching Relays All ARC Plus relays can be configured as either momentary or latching. Make this selection under the Command Type heading. Momentary relays are energized for the duration configured under the Command Duration heading. -
Page 70: Command Labels
The backlight colors for the front panel raise and lower labels can be configured to be red, green or amber. Use the dropdown lists under the Raise Button Backlight Color and Lower Button Backlight Color headings to configure these colors. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 71: Setting The Command Source
This option allows you to run a macro by issuing a raise or lower command to the channel. Two different macros may be assigned to a channel’s respective raise and lower commands. Note: You can always run/stop macros from the macro list. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 72: Macros
Macros The ARC Plus features on-board macros for automatic responses to conditions at the remote site, scheduled activities based on time-of-day, or calendar-based routines that reference pre- configured calendar times. Creating Macros Use the Macro Editor to create and edit macros. Macros are edited in AutoLoad Plus by selecting Macros…... -
Page 73: General Macro Expressions
Set Mute Mutes alarm reporting on the specified channel. Set Limit Sets a meter channel limit value. This is typically used to change power limits on AM stations that run with different day/night power. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 74: Macro Expressions For Date And Time Functions
Tests the expression based on whether a macro is running (on) or stopped (off). A macro that is scheduled to run, but is not currently executing instructions, is considered to be stopped. Set Macro Runs or stops the specified macro. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 75: Other Macro Expressions
Scheduling the Macro Once you program the macro, the next step is to schedule when it will run. Click the […] button in the Schedule field in the list of macro properties below the macro list. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 76: Programming Calendar Times
When a macro references one of these presets times, it will use the time-of-day configured here. Use standard time when programming the calendar; the ARC Plus will automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time if configured to do so (see Time Settings). ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 77: Configuring Macro Email Templates
To send an email using a template, use the Email Report macro command. When that macro command is triggered, the ARC Plus will use the selected template to send an email to the list specified in the macro command. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 78: Saving And Naming The Macro
Run Label and Stop Label fields in the macro properties list. Speech Label In order for an ESI Plus speech interface to report the name of the macro, a label must be assigned in the Speech Label field. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 79: Front Panel Operation
Front Panel Operation The front panel controls on the ARC Plus allow operators to monitor and control any site in the network (allowing control of studio equipment from a transmitter site, for example), as well as configure some of the settings that are also accessible in AutoLoad Plus software. It is generally easier to configure the system using AutoLoad Plus;... -
Page 80: Toggling Between Text And Graph Mode
To run or stop the macro, use the command buttons on the right side of the front panel. When you are done with macros, push the jog wheel once to return to the main display. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 81: Viewing Alarms
The MAINT flag appears on the front panel and the REMOTE LED turns red when the site is in maintenance mode. If you select a different site for display, the MAINT flag disappears, but the red REMOTE LED remains illuminated. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 82: Channel Configuration
Next, select whether to view 8 hours or 8 minutes of graph history. The channel must be continuously selected for display in order to build history. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 83: Setting Metering Channel Alarm Delays
ESI Configuration ESI channel labels, greetings, timeout preferences, PINs are all configured using the AutoLoad Plus software. The front panel configuration menus allows you to enable or disable alarm ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 84: Configuring Call And Answer Settings
“Config Cleared.” The only user settings retained when restoring factory configuration are the network settings. You would need to re-enter your AutoPilot 2010 authorization code if you previously used the ARC Plus with AutoPilot 2010 software. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 85: Using The Web Interface
Using the Web Interface Version 3 Web Interface System Requirements The web interface works with any modern web browser. Supported browsers include: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 or newer (version 9 is recommended) • Firefox 3 or newer • Google Chrome •... -
Page 86: Logging In And Out
Note: The Alarms link in the page header will display a number next to the link to indicate how many uncleared alarms are on the system. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 87: Events
Warning: Resetting the ARC Plus to factory defaults will erase all of your configuration and data from the ARC Plus. It is strongly recommended that you back up your configuration in AutoLoad Plus before doing so. This operation cannot be undone. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 88: Customizing Channel Banks For Display
3. Select the channel(s) you want to add from the left-hand list and click the Add >> button. (You can add all channels by clicking Add All). 4. To remove channels, select the desired channels in the right-hand list and use << Remove or Remove All. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 89: Accessing The Original Web Interface
ARC Plus. For example, if your ARC Plus’ IP address is 192.168.0.100, navigate to: http://192.168.0.100/legacy/ Note: be sure to include the trailing / character. The legacy web interface is provided for compatibility purposes only and is not supported. Using the new web interface is strongly recommended. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 90: Using The Smartphone Interface
Using the Smartphone Interface The ARC Plus smartphone-optimized web page is designed to work with iPhone, Droid and other popular smartphones. Smartphone interface on the iPhone To access the smartphone interface, add /mobile/ to the URL for your ARC Plus. For example, if your ARC Plus’... -
Page 91: Accessing The Original Mobile Web Interface
If desired, you can access the original mobile web interface by using the /legacy/mobile/ URL: http://192.168.0.100/legacy/mobile/ Note: the legacy mobile page is available for compatibility purposes only and is not supported. Using the new smartphone interface is strongly recommended. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 92: Using The Esi Plus
Using the ESI Plus The optional ESI Plus provides telephone dial-up control and dialout alarm notification. Installed inside the ARC Plus main unit, the ESI Plus adds a line jack to the rear panel of the ARC Plus for connection to a POTS line. This allows operators to dial the telephone number associated with the phone line, enter a PIN, and then take readings and issue commands for any site linked to the ESI. -
Page 93: Receiving Dialout Alarm Notifications
1. Enter 401-498 to select a site preset (presets are configured in AutoLoad Plus). 2. The ESI will speak the name of the selected site and report the number of alarms at the site. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 94: Channel Selection And Meter Readings
The ESI will announce the end of the report when you have heard the last status message. You can interrupt and exit a status report at any time with a new ESI command, including 000 to repeat the selected channel’s meter reading. Entering 350 again will start a new status report. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 95: Reviewing Alarms
If a macro executes for a very brief duration, it is possible to issue a run command only to hear the ESI announce the new status as “stopped.” This may happen when the macro completes its last line of code before the ESI queries the new macro status. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 96: Audio Input Monitoring
Press * when you are done entering the new phone number. To delete an entry, press # followed by *. 4. The ESI will announce the new phone number entry. 5. Enter a new ESI command, or 999 to disconnect. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 97: Muting Alarms
5. You may then enter any ESI command. Onboard Help Built-in voice guidance on the ESI operates in either of two modes, terse or verbose. Verbose mode is designed to help novice users navigate the various functions. The ESI confirms each ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 98: Command Timeouts
2. On the front panel of the unit, enter the configuration menu, select the ESI option, and select “local.” Once the set is off-hook, accept the “local mode” selection. 3. The ESI will prompt you to log in, just as you would if you were dialing in remotely. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 99: Esi Plus Command List
Phone Enter new phone number Numbers Save entry Special Extend command entry timeout Functions Enable audio input monitoring Disable audio input monitoring Verbose mode (extensive guidance) Terse mode (limited guidance) Summon help prompt Disconnect ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 100: Appendix A: Specifications
Remote LED indicates maintenance mode status Communication Ports RJ-45 Ethernet port for 10/100BaseT network connection 4 PLUSBUS ports support connections for up to 16 IIUs and 32 ICRUs COM ports for optional dial-up modem and ARC-16 connection ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... - Page 101 Integrated Command Relay Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) 1RU: 19” x 1.75” x 12” (48.26 cm x 4.45 cm x 30.48cm) Output Types Form C relay output (C, NO, NC); each is user configurable for momentary or latching output. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 102: Appendix B: Fcc Part 68 Statement
If trouble is experienced with the ARC Plus, for repair or warranty information, please contact Burk Technology at 978-486-3711 or email support@burk.com. There are no user-serviceable parts. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. - Page 103 If your facility has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of the ARC Plus does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 104: Appendix C: Esi Plus Diagnostics
Appendix C: ESI Plus Diagnostics The rear LED on the ESI Plus shows through the ARC Plus rear panel to indicate ESI Plus state according to the blinking pattern. -
Page 105: Appendix D: Esi Plus Vocabulary
Appendix D: ESI Plus Vocabulary BEAM CURRENT ABOVE BELAR ACRODYNE BELOW DALLAS ADJUST BETABRITE DANAGGAR BEXT BIRD DAYPART AIR TOOLS BOOT DAYTIME ALARM BOSE DEAD ALARMS BOSTON DECREASE BROADCAST TOOLS DEGREE ALTRONIC BUILDING DEGREES BURK DEICER AMPS BURST DELAY ANALOG DELTA ANTENNA CARRIER... - Page 106 INTERFACE MASTERCLOCK INTERLOCK MEGA FORTY INTRAPLEX MEGAWATTS FORWARD INTRUSION METER FOURTEEN MIAMI FREEZING MICRO FREQUENCY ISN’T MICROWAVE FRONT MIDDLE FUEL MILLI FURNACE MILLIAMPS KILO MILLIVOLTS KILOVOLTS MINNEAPOLIS KILOWATTS MINOLTA GENERATOR KINTRONIC MINUS GEPCO MINUTES ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 107 NORMAL PRESET SATELLITE NORTH PRESSURE PRESUNRISE SCREEN PRINTER SEATTLE NTSC PROCESSOR SECURITY NUMBER PROGRAM PUMP SENSOR OFF AIR SEVEN OFFLINE SEVENTEEN OMNIA SEVENTY RADIO SHACK RAISE SHUT RALEIGH SHUTDOWN ONLINE RATIO SIDE ONLY SIDELIGHTS ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
- Page 108 VSWR STATION THREE STATUS TIME WAIT STEREO WARNING STOP TOTAL WASHINGTON STOPPED TOWER WATER STROBE TOWER LIGHTS WATTS STUDIO TRANSFER WEIGHT TRANSLATOR WEST SUBCARRIER TRANSMITTER SUPPLY TRIM SWITCH SYNC SYSTEM TWELVE ZERO TWENTY ZONE ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...
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Page 109: Appendix E: Menu Diagram
Appendix E: Menu Diagram The SITE, CHANNEL, MACROS, and MAINT menus all provide functionality from the top menu level (there are no submenus). The following diagrams show the submenus under the VIEW and CONFIG menus. View Menu Config Menu SITE CHANNEL VIEW MACROS... -
Page 110: Appendix F: Plusbus Installation
32 IIU/ICRUs, as long as there are no more than 16 IIUs or 32 ICRUs in use among all four PLUSBUS ports. Burk Technology recommends distributing the IIUs and ICRUs across all four ports. The maximum cable run is 50’ per port. -
Page 111: Iiu And Icru Dip Switch Settings
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Page 112: Connecting Iius And Icrus To The Arc Plus
Four 16-pin connector blocks are included to facilitate equipment wiring, two blocks for analog channels, and two for status channels. Analog channels are connected on the left side of the IIU rear panel, and status channels are connected on the right, as shown above. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 113: Labeling Analog And Status Inputs
By default, units ship with the jumper engaged, enabling switch closure (the status on condition occurs when the voltage sample is closed to ground). To configure one or more channels to be voltage controlled, simply remove the jumper. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual... -
Page 114: Connecting Command Channels
Once you have labeled the connector blocks for your command channels, attach wiring for each channel to the connector block using the connector labels as a guide. Secure the wiring using the built-in set screws before attaching the connector block to the appropriate rear panel connector. ARC Plus Version 3 Instruction Manual...