Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Installation Manual

Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Installation Manual

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Smart-Vue
4-20mA Wireless Module
Installation Manual
316266H0
January 2011

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  • Page 1 Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue 4-20mA Wireless Module Installation Manual 316266H0 January 2011...
  • Page 2 Thermo Scientific products do not contain any internal components that require user intervention or repair. If the product or device shows signs of improper operation, disconnect it immediately from its power source and contact Thermo Scientific technical services so that the device can be examined under proper conditions.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Where to find more information ..........7 Installation procedure ...............8 Getting started .................8 Wiring the Smart-Vue module to a 4-20 mA device .....8 Placing your Smart-Vue module for best performance..8 Recommended order for installing end-point modules ....9 Preparing mounting kit with a magnet (optional) ....9 Placing the Smart-Vue module..........
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Appendix................20 Troubleshooting..............20 Specifications ................ 21 Contact information.............. 22 Warranty statement ...............22 iv Smart-Vue 4-20mAWireless Module Installion Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 5: Notices

    Scientific products are responsible for making sure that the product is fit for the intended usage. Do not open the product casing and do not disassemble or modify internal components in any manner. Thermo Scientific products do not contain any internal components that require user intervention or repair.
  • Page 6: Conformity With European Regulations

    Notices Conformity with This paragraph pertains to 868 MHz Smart-Vue wireless end-point European regulations modules. The CE mark on this product indicates that Thermo Fisher Scientific declares that this product is compliant with Radio equipment and Telecommunications Terminal equipment (R&TTE) directive 1999/5/EC and the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    This document covers Smart-Vue modules for use with 4-20 mA current-generating devices. This guide describes how to get your new Smart-Vue module up and running quickly. Detailed configuration instructions and software settings are provided in the complete Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Software User Manual provided with your product.
  • Page 8: What Is A Smart-Vue Wireless End-Point Module

    What is a Smart-Vue wireless end-point module? What is a Smart-Vue Smart-Vue wireless end-point modules connect to remote devices (e.g., wireless end-point sensors) to monitor their status, transmitting information wirelessly to a central database managed by Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Server software.
  • Page 9: Typical Installation

    PC on a TCP/IP receiver installed directly on an Ethernet network. Repeaters may be used when the wireless range between the receiver and the Smart-Vue end-point module is too great to achieve a strong signal. The diagram below shows these basic configurations: Figure 2.
  • Page 10: Requirements And Recommendations

    Smart-Vue Server/Smart-Vue Client software is installed and configured on your computer, and you have appropriate access rights to configure devices. • A Smart-Vue receiver is installed and functioning on your computer or network. General requirements • The personal computer (PC) running Smart-Vue Server software runs...
  • Page 11: Where To Find More Information

    This guide leads you through basic installation steps to get you started with information your product. For more details, please see the Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Software User Manual. You may click on Help ==> User manual to open it directly from within the Smart-Vue Client software.
  • Page 12: Installation Procedure

    4-20 mA device appropriate output on your current-generating device (for 4-20 mA modules only). The black wire from the Smart-Vue module is the ground (-); the yellow wire is for the signal from your connected device (+). Please check your device’s operating instructions for specific pin indications.
  • Page 13: Recommended Order For Installing End-Point Modules

    Installation procedure Recommended order for In addition to placing your Smart-Vue end-point module as described above installing end-point for best wireless performance, you may also optimize overall network performance by proceeding with installation as follows: modules 1. Examine the general layout of your site to determine the placement of your Smart-Vue end-point modules.
  • Page 14 3. Place the holder and magnet down on a flat surface and press down strongly for 30 seconds to firmly attach the magnet. Smart-Vue 4-20 mA Installation Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 15: Placing The Smart-Vue Module

    2. Use the provided plastic cable holders to attach or coil the excess cable neatly. Activating the end-point The Smart-Vue 4-20 mA sensor monitor is a standalone device that runs on module (automatic battery power. To activate your Smart-Vue end-point module and add it...
  • Page 16: Refreshing The Module Display With A Short Press

    Smart-Vue Software User Manual for setup instructions or check with an experienced technician. If a receiver or repeater is within wireless range, the Smart-Vue end-point module automatically establishes the wireless connection, as shown in the sequence of screen shots below: Figure 5.
  • Page 17: Software Configuration

    Smart-Vue Server/Smart-Vue Client configuration. Testing the connection Checking wireless signal You may use Smart-Vue Client to test the wireless signal strength as strength described here, entering your login name and password when prompted by the software.
  • Page 18: Basic End-Point Module Configuration

    Please see the complete Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Software User Manual for more details. Moving the Smart-Vue 1. Launch Smart-Vue Client on your computer and enter your login end-point module into a group name and password to continue. The new Smart-Vue end-point module should be listed as shown here, where “local”...
  • Page 19 6. Click on Close ==> Yes ==> OK to update the end-point module, save this change, and return to the tree structure, as shown below: Figure 9. 4-20 mA sensor in the ““Group_1” group Smart-Vue 4-20 mA Module Installation Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 20: Testing The End-Point Module By Running An On-Demand Read Or Status Update

    Note that it may take several seconds up to a minute for the display to update, depending on the size of your system and the number of readings transmitted. Figure 10. Run an on-demand read to confirm end-to-end communication Smart-Vue 4-20 mA Installation Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 21: Additional Configuration

    Additional configuration Additional Your Smart-Vue module offers many features that are controlled by your configuration Smart-Vue Server/Smart-Vue Client software. Use the software to define settings for measurement period, frequency of data transmission, alarm limits for sending alerts via phone, fax, e-mail and SMS, sensor calibration/correction parameters, archiving and more.
  • Page 22: Sample Unit Settings

    Figure 12. Sample unit settings for 4-20 mA sensor Sample sensor settings This screen shows a sensor configured for data transfer once every hour, with measurements every 15 minutes: Figure 13. Example of main sensor settings (detail) Smart-Vue 4-20 mA Installation Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 23: Setting Upper And Lower Current Alarm Levels

    Figure 14. F11 ==> Alarm settings tab for 4-20 mA end-point module 3. Click on Close ==> Yes ==> OK to save your settings. Please see the Thermo Scientific Smart-Vue Software User Manual for more details on these and other important features. Click on Help ==> User Manual ( ) to open the PDF file directly.
  • Page 24: Appendix

    Also check to make sure the receiver is working properly. Is it OK to have a signal strength level of 25% for my Smart-Vue end-point module? No. The signal for each device must show a value higher than 30% when you click on the Power button in Smart-Vue Client.
  • Page 25: Specifications

    Wireless end-point module operating conditions: 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F); 0 to 90% RH, non- condensing • Size: 132.7 x 64.2 x 34 mm (5.2 x 2.5 x 1.3 in.) • Weight: 150 g (5.3 oz.) Smart-Vue 4-20 mA Module Installation Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 26: Contact Information

    Appendix Contact information By e-mail If you need help with your Thermo Scientific product, please send a detailed e-mail to us at the following address: E-mail: service.led@thermofisher.com Be sure to include as many details as possible, including specific product references, software versions and screen shots from your computer.

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