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APPLICATIONS
Protect mechanical plants
Ensure efficient operation
Predictive maintenance
Monitor electric motors
Monitor HVAC efficiency
Monitor AC switchgear
KEY FEATURES
Normal sensor range
-40 °C to +85 °C
High-temperature alarm
up to +125 °C
Small sensor size
25.4 x 9.1 x 3.2 mm
Integrated software
User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide
www.RFMicron.com
Predictive Maintenance System
Motors not included
What's in the system?
This portable predictive maintenance system allows maintenance
teams to monitor equipment operating temperatures, and it alerts
on out-of-range performance when equipment exceeds baseline
alarms. For frequently restarted equipment subject to overheat-
ing risks, the system includes restart alarm settings to alert when
additional cooling time is needed. The system includes a handheld
reader with software for Smart Passive Sensing™ devices, as well
as rugged RFM3250 temperature sensors for use in industrial and
harsh environments.
How is it used?
The system is used in three phases. Each sensor is physically
installed on the equipment to be monitored. The location and ID
number for each sensor must be assigned or registered with the
software. Once the sensor installation is complete, operators
can read and record sensor values as needed. Data files from the
system enable analysis and historical tracking.
Part numbers
The RFM5104-AF/BF include sensors and a reader conforming to
FCC frequency ranges, while the RFM5104-AE/BE conform to EU/
ETSI frequency ranges. The RFM5114 system does not include sen-
sors, but additional sensors can be purchased separately.
RFM5104/5114 USER GUIDE
Temperature Monitoring
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  • Page 1 +125 °C Part numbers Small sensor size The RFM5104-AF/BF include sensors and a reader conforming to 25.4 x 9.1 x 3.2 mm FCC frequency ranges, while the RFM5104-AE/BE conform to EU/ ETSI frequency ranges. The RFM5114 system does not include sen- sors, but additional sensors can be purchased separately.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6.6. Windows Mobile 2003 Service Status 6.7. Run Batch Script 6.8. Check Driver Installation 6.9. Check Reader USB Properties 6.10. Access the File System BEST PRACTICES TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Page 2 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    USB cable for the reader. sive Sensing™ RFM3250 wireless temperature sensors, with adhesive backing, are designed to be attached to a metal surface. Merlin reader Morphic reader in cradle User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 3 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 4: The Reader

    When the reader is connected, Windows Should automatically install the needed com- munication driver. Once the driver is in- stalled, the Windows Mobile Device Center screen will launch. Page 4 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 5: Issues With Windows

    If you suspect issues with the Windows installation, please refer to section 6 “VERIFYING WINDOWS CONNECTIVITY” for a step-by-step process for configuring and verifying the Windows setup. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 5 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 6: Using The System

    Two thresholds are defined for each sensor. These thresholds are named according to termi- nology associated with electric motors but can be used for any purpose by the user. The RUN Page 6 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 7: Sensor And Results Files

    The Manage Files screen is used to set into a database system. the application to the desired SENSOR FILE and RESULTS FILE targets. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 7 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 8: Temperature Scanner Software

    Provides group details from the detailed sensor designation summary screen Group Drill Down Selecting group, brings up group Settings Screen Settings screen allows the reader and details program settings to be modified Page 8 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 9: Read Sensors Screen

    CATION DESCRIPTION for each sensor can be dis- Screen 2.2/2.3/2.4: The table will be updated played by clicking its entry in the results table. in real time as sensor data is read. The number User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 9 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 10: Assign Sensors Screen

    SENSOR FILE. If a mistake is made in assigning sensors, it is possible to return to the main menu without saving. Page 10 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 11: Manage Data Files And Result Summary Screens

    If the group description is too long to be displayed in the table, the full text can be The SUMMARY button calls the RESULTS SUMMARY viewed by clicking on the group. screen. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 11 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 12: Settings Screen

    On-Chip RSSI Code, which is a value between 0 and 31, where higher values indicate receiving more power. To improve accuracy, the reader automatically Page 12 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 13: Temperature Scanner File Manager

    GROUP ID. The reader displays up to 17 characters. • SENSOR LOCATION is a text description field for the sensor name of the location. The reader displays up to 11 characters. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 13 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 14 FILE syntax. The reader should be removed from the docking cradle, and the Temperature Scanner program should be restarted to activate the new SENSOR FILE settings. Page 14 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 15: Configuring Mass Storage Mode

    COLD BOOT radio button, and then the COLD BOOT button. When the device reboots, verify that the Mass Storage and Power Control settings are correct. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 15 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 16: Data File Formats

    EPC field can be deleted and a new with the same group code will be placed in sensor can be reassigned using the normal the same group. installation process. Example SENSOR FILE Page 16 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 17: Results File

    Data in an EXPORT FILE is sorted by sensor EPC, but data can be sorted by any column in a spreadsheet as desired. Example EXPORT FILE User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 17 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 18: Verifying Windows Connectivity

    No, and I already tried step 6.8 Check Reader USB Check Driver Installation Properties Connect USB and run Windows Mobile Device Center. Is it connected? 6.10 Access the file system Page 18 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 19: Disconnect The Reader From Usb Port

    Mobile 2003 Service Status. If the application crashes after confirming Windows Mobile 2003 Service Status, then please move on to step 6.7 to run the suggested batch script. User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 19 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 20: Connecting Usb

    “Not Connected” please move to step 6.8 to check driver installations. If you have already been to step 6.8, continue to step 6.9 to check reader properties. Page 20 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 21: Run Batch Script

    Restart your computer and return to step 6.3 to run Windows Mobile Device Center. CreatorsUpdateFix.bat REG ADD HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\RapiMgr /v SvcHostSplitDisable /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f REG ADD HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WcesComm /v SvcHostSplitDisable /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 21 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 22: Access The File System

    You now have access to the file system. Note that any files not stored in the Flash folder will be erased when the reader is reset. Page 22 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide IN012F13 www.RFMicron.com...
  • Page 23: Best Practices

    ON-CHIP RSSI values of between 15 and 25 sor in liquid can reduce the read range. generally give the fastest read times. • Sensors should not be placed closer than 10 User Guide: RFM5104/14 Predictive Maintenance System User Guide Page 23 www.RFMicron.com IN012F13...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Tips

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