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Summary of Contents for SMC Networks SMC-1210
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SMC-1210 & SMC-1214 Datalogger System User Guide...
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SMC Ship Motion Control is not responsible for any errors in this manual or their consequences. All rights reserved. SMC Ship Motion Control Ltd Email: info@shipmotion.eu Web: www.shipmotion.eu Tel: +46 8 644 50 10 SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
SERVICE AND WARRANTY ......................19 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ......................19 WARRANTY..........................20 7.2.1 LIMIT OF LIABILITY ......................20 7.2.2 RESTRICTION OF WARRANTY ..................21 FAQ & SUPPORT ..........................22 SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
The input data is logged into the datalogger internal memory using an SQL database and can be viewed or downloaded for further analysis. The SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 can be used as a stand-alone system or viewed across a network with an Internet browser. The device is fan-less.
As with all electronic devices the datalogger should be handled with care and must not be dropped. Standard Delivered Items • Datalogger • USB flash drive with SMC Software and User Manual SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
All the inputs and outputs are located on one side of the Datalogger, as seen below. SMC-1210 version SMC-1214 version SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
The Datalogger is designed to run unattended and should be installed in a location that would be suitable for any electrical device. Care should be taken to ensure the operating environment remains ventilated and as free from moisture as possible. The SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 is not a water proof device.
The Datalogger operating power is built for a voltage input in the range of 12 to 24 volts DC. It has a maximum voltage input at 36 VDC. The power consumption is 3W for the SMC-1210 and SMC-1214. Using the power from the device to power instruments will increase the power consumption.
Any serial communication enabled device can be connected to the terminals. The attached device can also take its operating power from the terminal if required. All 8 port terminals have the terminal layout as below SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
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This is an output for powering attached sensors and devices. ** INFO The sensor/device operating power matches the input voltage. If the Datalogger operating power is 12v, the voltage supplied at the device connectors will be 12v. INFO SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
The device can also be accessed by typing the IP address of the datalogger into an Internet browser window. The IP address shown below is an example it will be different on different networks. INFO SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
After initial setup, the SMC Client Software can be downloaded from the dashboard of the datalogger for use on other PCs, avoiding the need for an Internet browser. The SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 has an USB service port, it is used for backups and firmware updates. Using the SMC programming software tool, the IP address can be changed with this tool.
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Select to see the COM port controllers. Click on a controller heading to edit the Operating Mode, see Section 5. dmesg Displays the diagnostic messages since the last boot. SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
Each Serial port block has a VDC+/- out to power a connected device, two data grounds and four data terminal inputs. Below is the user selection available for each serial terminal block. The SMC-1210 has 1 terminal block and the SMC-1214 has 5 terminal blocks. This is configured from the Main menu in the datalogger under System->UART Each table below has eight columns representing the eight terminals of each physical connector.
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VDC- Signal GND Signal GND RS232 TxD RS232 RxD RS232 TxD RS232 RxD COM3 COM3 COM4 VDC+ VDC- Signal GND Signal GND RS232 Rx 485 Data+ 485 Data- SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
The SMC Firmware Update Application, can be used to Backup and Restore the Datalogger Operating System and Data, or to update the SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 firmware. The application can be run when the datalogger is connected to a PC over the USB service cable as described previously.
Equipment Model Number • Equipment Serial Number • Installation Date If the datalogger is under warranty, repairs are free. Please see the SMC Ship Motion Control warranty statement. SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
Please read the SMC Ship Motion Control terms and conditions for complete information. SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
If the datalogger case has been opened by the customer in an attempt to carry out repair work If the datalogger has been fed with an over voltage in the power supply wires or the signal wires SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control www.shipmotion.eu...
Is the Datalogger powered up? The supply Voltage should be 12 to 24 VDC. Check what Baud Rate and Output Rate should be used or has been set up. SMC-1210 and SMC-1214 User Guide v 1.3 SMC Ship Motion Control...
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