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Irlam Manchester M44 5BD United Kingdom The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any errors it contains and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice. M 5 7 9 1...
Exposing the device to public Internet traffic through Port Forwarding or similar methods may lead to significant security risks to the user’s network and data. OMEGA Engineering cautions users against exposing the iServer 2 to public access through Port Forwarding.
A modern notification system allows users to be notified via email or text. Omega Link compatible devices, such as the iServer 2, can be added to an existing Omega Link Ecosystem to provide data anytime, anywhere, by first adding the iServer 2 device to an Omega Enterprise Gateway account and then adding that account to the Omega Link Cloud.
3 Hardware Setup The iServer 2 can be assembled to be mounted in a variety of ways. Refer to the following sections for instructions on how to assemble the hardware for different applications. The physical reset button is located on the left side of the iServer 2 unit as shown in the figure below. 3.1 Wall Mounting and DIN Rail Assembly All models of the iServer 2 are wall-mountable and come with an optional DIN rail bracket.
The iS2-THB-B, iS2-THB-ST, and iS2-THB-DP come with a Smart Probe Bracket and stand-off extenders to mount the Omega Link Smart Probe 1 ½” away from the unit. Step 1: Locate the two screw holes on the left side of the unit and screw in the standoff extenders.
Thermocouple Model • iS2-THB-DTC Refer to either the section titled 4.1 M12 Omega Link Smart Probe or 4.2 Thermocouple Connection to complete the sensing device setup. 4.1 M12 Omega Link Smart Probe Connection The iS2-THB-B, iS2-THB-ST, and iS2-THB-DP can accept an Omega Link Smart Probe through an M12 connector.
Omega Link Smart Probes can be configured using Omega’s free SYNC configuration software when connected to a Windows PC using an Omega Link Smart Interface such as the wired IF-001 or wireless IF-006. When the Omega Link Smart Probe and Smart Interface are...
Important: If the user proceeds with a method that requires the DIO to be manually changed in the SYNC Inputs tab (Method 2 and Method 3), the user must also ensure the DIO settings in the Output tab to be set to Active Low for BOTH Outputs. A Factory Reset also sets the Output DIO to Active Low by default.
4.3 Digital I/O and Relays Use the provided terminal block connectors and the connector diagram in Figure 5 to wire Digital I/O and Relays to the iServer 2. The DI connections ( DI2+ , DI2- , DI1+ , DI1- ) accept a 5 V (TTL) input. The DO connections ( DO+ , DO- ) require an external voltage and can support up to 0.5 amps at 60 V DC.
4.4 Powering the iServer 2 All iServer 2 variants come with a DC power supply, international power supply adapters, and a 9 V battery. Models that offer Power over Ethernet can be powered with a network switch that supports PoE or a PoE injector (sold separately). Once the device is powered on, fully booted up, and the appropriate sensor is connected, readings will appear on the display.
4.4.2 9-Volt Backup Battery To access the 9 V battery compartment, remove the two screws indicated in the figure below and gently pry open the battery compartment. Screw 1 Battery Compartment Screw 2 Figure 12: 9-Volt battery installation Insert the 9-volt battery and secure the screws again. The battery will serve as a backup power source in case of a power outage.
5 Connecting to your PC three setup methods To connect your iServer 2 unit to your PC, follow the instructions for one of the listed below. Figure 13: iServer 2 login page A successful setup will result in the user accessing the webserver login page. Refer to the applicable connection method below: 5.1 Method 1 –...
Display and Non-Display Models Method 3 – Direct to PC Setup – Micro USB 2.0 ( Important: Administrator access to the PC may be required to change the PC Network Properties. The default static IP for connections through USB is: 192.168.3.200 . If the user is unable to access the iServer 2 webserver UI, the Bonjour Service may need to be installed.
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Step 4: Click Internet Protocol Version 4 ( TCP/IPv4) to highlight the selection and then click Properties. Figure 18: Unidentified Network Properties Step 5: Fill out the field for the IP address with the following: 192.168.3.XXX (the XXX can be any value that is NOT 200) Fill the Subnet Mask field with the following:...
6 Navigating the iServer 2 Web UI Users who are signing in to the web UI for the first time, or if the login information has not been changed, can type the following information to login: Username: admin The password is provided on a label located on the back of the physical unit.
6.1.2 Omega Link Smart Probe Firmware Download and Update (Information) From the Information window, users can check online for the latest firmware version of their Smart Probe and download it. If a firmware update is available, the user will be able to download it directly from the clickable Update Required or Download Firmware link that appears below.
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Figure 25: Successful smart probe firmware update When the Smart Probe firmware update is successful, a success message will briefly appear and instruct the user to reboot the device. At this point, the user may reboot the device and refresh the iServer 2 web UI page to sign back into the web UI and view the updated probe information.
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SYNC configuration software. The firmware must still be downloaded from the iServer 2 web UI. Simply launch the software on a PC with an open USB port, and connect the Smart Probe to the PC using an Omega Link Smart Interface, such as the IF-001 or IF- 006-NA.
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Smart Probe For additional information regarding the configuration of your , refer to the user’s documentation associated with your Smart Probe model number. SYNC configuration software can be downloaded for free at: https://www.omega.com/en-us/data-acquisition/software/sync-software/p/SYNC-by- Omega 20 | M 5 7 9 1...
6.2 Network To manually change the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway address of the iServer 2, the user must click the primary Network Tab from the main iServer 2 web UI page. Figure 32: iServer 2 web UI Network tab Click the Static bubble as shown in section 6.2.1 Network Configuration to enable the manual configuration of the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway addresses.
Clear Log Data When Switching Smart Probe Types ( Important: The iServer 2 accepts a multitude of different Omega Link Smart Probe types. If the user intends to plug in a Smart Probe of a different measurement type, the Clear Log Data button must be pressed before the new Smart Probe is plugged in.
11 GB memory. Some Smart Probes come with more than one active sensor. These sensors can be individually enabled or disabled using Omega’s SYNC configuration software. The log interval can be configured to adjust the lifespan of the internal memory capacity...
6.5.1 Buzzer From the Alarm tab, users can enable or disable the alarm notification, set the trigger event, and select the measurement device that the alarms will apply to. Figure 35: iServer 2 Alarm notification configuration window 24 | M 5 7 9 1...
6.5.2 Relay 1 and Relay 2 The Relay 1 and Relay 2 tabs allow users to configure the first and second relays of the iServer 2. The initial relay states can be changed between Normally Open and Normally Closed . The relay triggers and input devices they apply to can be selected in this window as well.
6.5.3 Email From the email tab, users can create a list of recipients who will be notified via email depending on the parameters that are established. The Heartbeat Interval provides normal operation updates at a configurable frequency. The Alarm Interval controls the frequency of alarm notifications that will be sent via email after the initial notification is sent.
6.5.4 Digital I/O The Digital I/O tab is used to configure the first and second Digital Inputs on the iServer 2. Both can be enabled or disabled independently of one another and can be set to be displayed on the homepage or Log. For wiring and pinouts, refer to section 4.3 Digital I/O and Relays .
6.6 System Configuration The System Configuration menu provides users with configuration options that affect the iServer 2 unit and web UI. Changes to the units, date, and time will affect logging information and will be reflected in the web UI and on the iServer 2 display. 6.6.1 System The primary System tab allows users to control a variety of functions such as factory resets,...
6.6.2 Profile The Profile tab allows users to update their username and password. Figure 40: iServer 2 web UI User Name and Password configuration 6.6.3 Units The Units tab allows users to configure the displayed units of measure as they appear in the web UI.
6.7 Channel Settings Clicking on the individual gauge display readings in the web UI will bring up the Channel Settings window. Gain and Offset values can be applied, display ranges can be set, and alarm triggers can be defined. If any configurations are made to this menu, the user must click Update to finalize the changes.
6.7.3 Thermocouple Configuration Interface (TC Models Only) Thermocouple compatible models of the iServer 2 offer a Cold Junction Calibration feature in the web UI. To begin cold junction calibration, follow the steps below: Note: Cold Junction Calibration is not available for thermocouple types: R, S, and B. Figure 43: Thermocouple Cold Junction Calibration Step 1: Click on the channel readings for the input that will undergo cold junction calibration.
6.8 Gauge / Chart Web UI View The iServer 2 web UI presents sensor readings in Gauge View by default, however, users can select the Chart button to enable Chart View. Figure 44: iServer 2 web UI - Chart View From Chart View, users can still access the different sensor channel inputs by clicking the readings.
7 Adding an iServer 2 to Omega Enterprise Gateway (OEG) iServer 2 devices can be added to Omega Enterprise Gateway 2.4 (OEG) in a non-internet environment by adding the iServer 2 to OEG as a device. An active OEG license and access to a Windows 7, 8, 9, or 10 OS PC is required to download and run OEG.
Step 5: Input the IP Address of the connected iServer 2 as it appears in your local-area network . Figure 46: OEG Add Devices menu – Connection Parameters Important: If the DHCP-enabled iServer 2 unit has been disconnected and moved to a separate DHCP-enabled, local-area network router or PC, the user must identify the new IP Address that the unit has been assigned under the local-area network.
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Step 4: Click the Unidentified Network Connection. Figure 48: Network and Sharing Center – Unidentified Network Step 5: Click Properties . Figure 49: Unidentified Network Status 35 | M 5 7 9 1...
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Step 6: Click Internet Protocol Version 4 ( TCP/IPv4) to highlight the selection and then click Properties. Figure 50: Unidentified Network Properties Step 7: Click Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that uses the same network part (the first nine digits of the IP address) but with a unique host part (the last three digits of the IP...
Step 9: Launch and log in to your OEG account. Step 10: Click the icon or Add Devices . Then select iServer 2 from the Product Family dropdown and click TC or Probe from the Product Model dropdown, depending on the model of iServer 2 being connected.
The iServer2 queries different probes depending on the model. "Probe 0" is for thermocouple readings only available for -DTC models. "Probe 1" and "Probe 2" are designated for Omega Link Smart Probes attached to Smart Probe compatible variants of the iServer 2. Each "Probe" has a maximum of 4 channels (0-3).
9 Appendix A: Troubleshooting See the table below for error messages and descriptions that may appear while operating the iServer Error Description Message Probe sensor reads open, or thermocouple OPEN disconnected SHORT Sensor is shorted RANGE Reading is out of range NAN / INVAL Reading is invalid 44 |...
Memory Capacity and Sample Rate: The table below lists the lifespan of the internal storage before the 11 GB of storage is filled. Some Smart Probes come with more than one active sensor. These sensors can be individually enabled and disabled using Omega's SYNC configuration software. Sample Rate...
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(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Omega Engineering, Inc. may void the user’s authorization to operate this equipment. 46 |...
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Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification.
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