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USER’S GUIDE iServer 2 Virtual Chart Recorder and Webserver omega.com | info@omega.com For latest product manuals: omega.com/en-us/pdf-manuals...
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CONTACT Omega Engineering, Inc. omega.com/contact-us Toll-Free: 1-800-826-6342 (USA & Canada only) Customer Service: 1-800-622-2378 (USA & Canada only) Engineering Service: 1-800-872-9436 (USA & Canada only) Telephone: (203) 359-1660 Fax: (203) 359-7700 Email: info@omega.com For other locations visit: omega.com/worldwide 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.
Navigating the iServer 2 Web UI ..........................18 6.1. Downloading the Latest iServer 2 Firmware ......................19 6.2. Upgrading the iServer 2 with the Latest Firmware ....................21 6.3. Device Name and Sensor Firmware Information .....................23 6.4. Configuring the Name of the Probe ..........................23 6.4.1.
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Adding an iServer 2 to Omega Enterprise Gateway (OEG) ................. 39 7.1. Method 1 - DHCP Router Method...........................39 7.2. Method 2 - Static IP Method (Direct to PC) .......................40 7.3. Configuring Sensing Devices after Pairing with OEG ....................42 iServer 2 Modbus Holding Register Partition ......................43 8.1.
Security and Public Data Access (Port Forwarding) The iServer 2 is designed to be used in a secure, local-area network (LAN) using a private address. 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.
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.
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.
Note: Ensure the wider end of the bracket opening is pointing upwards. Standoff Extenders Smart Probe Bracket Figure 2: iServer 2 unit with standoff extenders and smart probe bracket attached iServer 2 User's Manual...
(PN#: M12-MT-079-2F cable is required for dual Smart Probe functionality, sold separately). Begin by plugging in the included Smart Probe to the iServer 2 unit using the included M12 8-pin extension cable. Take note of the keyway on the connectors.
Important Smart Probe Digital I/O Configuration To ensure proper operation between the iServer 2 and connected Omega Link Smart Probe, Smart Probes that offer Digital I/O (DIO) must have the Digital I/O set to Active Low at the Smart Probe level.
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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.
Figure 10: iServer 2 sample LED circuit with digital input and output Further configuration regarding Normally Open/Normally Closed Initial State or Triggers can be completed in the iServer 2 web UI. For more information, refer to sections 6.7.2 Relay 1 and Relay 2 or 6.7.4 Digital I/O. iServer 2 User's Manual...
To power the iServer 2 using the DC power supply, plug in the power supply to the DC 12 V port located on the iServer 2. For instructions on how to power the iServer 2 through the Power over Ethernet feature, refer to section 4.4.3 Power Over Ethernet.
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. A fully charged 9 V battery will allow the iServer 2 to continue logging up to 10,000 data points for a period of 96 hours.
Connecting to a PC To connect your iServer 2 unit to your PC, follow the instructions for one of the three setup methods 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.
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. The service can be downloaded from the following URL: https://omegaupdates.azurewebsites.net/software/bonjour...
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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: 255.255.255.0 Figure 19: TCP/IPv4 and subnet mask properties for micro USB...
Navigating the iServer 2 Web UI When the iServer 2 has been properly connected to a PC and the user has accessed the webserver login by following one of the methods in the previous section, they will be presented with the login page.
6.1. Downloading the Latest iServer 2 Firmware Step 1: From the iServer 2 webserver interface, click the System tab on the upper right of the screen. A System Configuration pop-up window will appear. Figure 23: Webserver UI System tab Step 2: Click the Download Firmware button. Note that two download links should appear.
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Step 3: Click on both download links that appear to download both firmware upgrade files. Note that both files are necessary to successfully complete the firmware upgrade. Figure 25: iServer 2 firmware download links iServer 2 User's Manual...
Step 1: From the System tab in the iServer 2 webserver interface, click on the Browse button to locate the first firmware file that will be used in the upgrade. The user may choose to start with either firmware file (.bin or .hex) as the order does not matter.
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Click Open to finalize the selection. Figure 27: Firmware file selection for iServer 2 upgrade Step 3: With one of the firmware files selected, click the Upgrade button. The iServer 2 will begin the upgrade process and will reboot when the process is complete.
System Tab will allow users to configure the name of the iServer 2 device and view the current firmware, available channels, and core version number. When the Gear icon is clicked, the user will be able to choose between Configure and Information.
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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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Omega Link Smart Probe firmware updates can also be completed through Omega’s 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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Figure 38: After the update process, SYNC will open on the Inputs tab of the connected sensor once complete For additional information regarding the configuration of your Smart Probe, 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 iServer 2 User's Manual...
6.5. 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 39: iServer 2 web UI Network tab Click the Static bubble as shown in section 6.5.1 Network Configuration to enable the manual configuration of...
Step 1: Unplug the Smart Probe currently plugged in to the iServer 2 unit. Step 2: Click the Clear Log Data button on the iServer 2 web UI. The iServer 2 will reboot. Step 3: Plug in the new Smart Probe.
40 years 20 years 6.7. Events and Notifications Configuration The Events and Notifications window of the iServer 2 web UI allows users to configure alarm thresholds, triggers, and notification parameters. The following table describes the available alarm triggers. Alarm Trigger Description System Error Notifies the user when there is a probe fault.
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 42: iServer 2 buzzer alarm notification configuration iServer 2 User's Manual...
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.
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. Figure 44: iServer 2 email notification configuration iServer 2 User's Manual...
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.
The primary System tab allows users to control a variety of functions such as factory resets, firmware updates, and configuring the system time. The Probe Settings are only available on Smart Probe compatible iServer 2 models and can be set to Single or Dual Probe and allows users to create a password for Smart Probe configuration.
6.8.2. Profile The Profile tab allows users to update their username and password. Figure 47: iServer 2 web UI User Name and Password configuration 6.8.3. Units The Units tab allows users to configure the displayed units of measure as they appear in the web UI.
= (Input X Gain) + Offset Scaled 6.9.2. Alarm Trigger Alarms for a channel input may be configured to trigger based thresholds that can be set to a range (High Low), Above, or Below a certain reading. iServer 2 User's Manual...
6.9.3. 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.
6.10. 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 51: iServer 2 web UI - Chart View From Chart View, users can still access the different sensor channel inputs by clicking the readings. Live readings will be graphed automatically once the Chart View is enabled.
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.
Method 2 - Static IP Method (Direct to PC) To add an iServer 2 to OEG using the Static IP (direct to PC) method, begin by ensuring the iServer 2 is set to the Static IP network settings (6.5.1 Network Configuration) and confirm the Static IP address is set to the preferred address.
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NOT 200) Figure 58: TCP/IPv4 and subnet mask properties for micro USB 2.0 connection Step 8: Click OK to finalize. Step 9: Launch OEG and log in to your account. Adding an iServer 2 to Omega Enterprise Gateway (OEG)
Configuring Sensing Devices after Pairing with OEG If a sensing device paired to the iServer 2 has been configured or modified after the iServer 2 has been added to OEG, the user must reboot the iServer 2 and restart the OEG software to sync with the configuration made to the connected device.
-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). The Modbus address can be calculated as such:...
Appendix: Troubleshooting See the table below for error messages and descriptions that may appear while operating the iServer 2. Error Message Description OPEN Probe sensor reads open, or thermocouple disconnected SHORT Sensor is shorted RANGE Reading is out of range...
ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperatures iServer 2 Unit: 0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F) Battery: -18 to 55 °C (-0.4 to 131 °F) AC Power Adapter: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Industrial Cable: -40 to 125 °C (-40 to 257 °F) Storage Temperature: -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F)
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WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each product.
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