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Echoflex Installation Guide
Magnetic Contact Sensor
Overview
The Magnetic Contact Sensor
(MC-31) is a battery-operated
contact sensor that monitors
the status of an interior win-
dow or door and provides a
reliable and simple method to
detect occupancy at entry
points. The MC-31 can be con-
figured to monitor
closed-to-open, and/or open-
to-closed transitions, or the
current state of the device.
The MC-31 is well suited for
occupancy-based hospitality
applications that require control to power a room or setback temperature
control devices.
The MC-31 incorporates features that assist the installer to position it
properly without the need for signal strength indicators and con-
figuration tools.
This document covers installation, testing, and setup of all MC-31 mod-
els. The product package includes the contact sensor, magnet, and bat-
tery.
Prepare for Installation
To ensure optimal function, consider the installation environment and the
following guidelines:
• For indoor use only. Operating temperature -25°C to 60°C
(-13°F to 140°F), 5%–92% relative humidity (non-condensing).
• High-density construction materials and large metal appliances or
fixtures in the space may disrupt wireless transmissions.
• One CR2032 coin cell battery is provided with the MC-31. Install
the battery or activate it if factory-installed by removing the
protective plastic tab in the battery housing. See
page 4
• Avoid mounting transmitters and receivers on the same wall.
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- Page 1 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor MC-31 Overview The Magnetic Contact Sensor (MC-31) is a battery-operated contact sensor that monitors Sensor the status of an interior win- Battery tray dow or door and provides a reliable and simple method to detect occupancy at entry points.
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Page 2: Installation
Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Supplies required to install (not provided): ® • Four #6 screws, double-sided tape, or Velcro • A small magnet for entry door applications Installation The MC-31 sensor has two parts: the contact sensor and the magnet. The sensor should be installed on the casing and the magnet on the moving window or door. - Page 3 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Mount the Magnet Orienting the magnet in relation to the sensor is critical. Mount the mag- net using screws through the mounting plate, with double-sided tape, or with Velcro. Note: If installing the MC-31 for an entry door application, link the sensor to a controller before installing the magnet.
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Page 4: Battery Power
Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Note: For an entry door application, link the sensor in the closed position before mounting the magnet or use a separate small mag- net to simulate a closed position. For a window sensor application, link the sensor in the open position. - Page 5 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Tests and Settings Use the lever-type [Teach] button and color LEDs to navigate the Tests and Settings menu. The [Teach] button and LED display are on the flat side of sensor. • Exit and Start Over (green LED single blink) Range Confirmation •...
- Page 6 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor After the MC-31 transmits and receives a Range Confirmation message, the signal strength status is then displayed (see table below). LED Blinks Signal Strength 1 white followed by 5 green -41 to -70 dBm (best) 1 white followed by 5 blue -70 to -80 dBm (good) 1 white followed by 5 red...
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Page 7: Led Display
Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor LED Display During normal operation, a green LED blinks to indicate a contact open event and a red LED blinks to indicate a contact close event. The LED Dis- play setting controls whether the operating mode LEDs are enabled or dis- abled. -
Page 8: Operating Mode
Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Operating Mode The Operating Mode determines what type of event will trigger the MC-31 to send a message. Minimizing transmissions conserves battery power, which may be a consideration in high-activity installations. 1. Press and hold the [Teach] button until the white LED blinks twice. 2. - Page 9 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Heartbeat Messaging A heartbeat message indicates the current contact status, regardless of the Operating Mode setting. Heartbeat Messaging can be set to control the frequency that a heartbeat message is sent. 1. Press and hold the [Teach] button until the white LED blinks twice. 2.
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Page 10: Restore Defaults
Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor LED Blinks Setting 1 blue blink Disabled: No messages (default) 2 blue blinks Status message every hour 3 blue blinks Status message every 2 hours 4 blue blinks Status message every 4 hours 5 blue blinks Status message every 8 hours 4. - Page 11 Echoflex Installation Guide Magnetic Contact Sensor Compliance For complete regulatory compliance information, see the Magnetic Contact Sensor datasheet at echoflexsolutions.com. FCC Compliance Echoflex Magnetic Contact Sensor (For any FCC matters): Echoflex Solutions, Inc. 3031 Pleasant View Road Middleton, WI 53562 +1 (608) 831-4116 echoflexsolutions.com This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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