Download Install App ......................9 Connect Gateway to PLC system ..................9 Gateway Setup ........................10 Using the Sensoteq VHM App ....................13 Connect to a Gateway ......................14 Connect to a Sensor ......................16 Select Sensor Mode ......................18 1-Wire Mode ..........................
Deutsche Institut für Normung (German Institute of Standards) Identification Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode Operating System Programmable Logic Controller Radio Frequency Volts Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Sensoteq for appropriate part numbers. batteries in this product should be collected separately • Sensoteq product are not designed for use in operating or and not be disposed of with household waste. calibrating machinery. Sensoteq products are monitoring Substances in batteries can have potential negative equipment only.
1. Check equipment 2. Download Install App 3. Connect gateway(s) to PLC 4. Gateway setup 5. Using the Sensoteq Install App 6. Assign sensors to gateway(s) 7. Install the sensor(s) 8. Test and install gateway(s) The best method is to connect each gateway in turn (and add sensors) as the installation progresses, then move onto the next gateway.
Date 23/08/2023 Author Ciarán Caldwell / Sensors for Intelliwear monitoring systems Martin McNeill 1. Checking Equipment When you receive the Sensoteq equipment please check: • None of the equipment has been visually damaged during transport • You have the following equipment: o Hose / Spool Kit ▪...
DIN rail inside Gateway installation cabinet (not essential) • A Mobile Device o Any phone or tablet running Android OS 9, 10 or 11 o An iPhone Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
In this instance, the PLC is the master, and the gateways are the slaves. The PLC requests (polls) the sensor data from the gateway via ethernet. Figure 2. Modbus Overview block diagram Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
It may be necessary to move the gateway after the sensors are installed to ensure optimum signal strength • Further information is available in the following sections Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Sensors for Intelliwear monitoring systems Martin McNeill RF Sensor Link Gateway Status LED 12V (DC @2A) Ethernet DIN Rail Release Figure 4. Gateway Features Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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Cyan Searching for Cloud Fast blink The device is connected to WiFi and internet is available. Attempting to connect with Sensoteq cloud services Bright Green Searching for WiFi Fast blink The device is attempting to connect to WiFi. If it remains in this state for more than 3 minutes please see your IT administrator.
Installation Guide DOC-00898 Date 23/08/2023 Author Ciarán Caldwell / Sensors for Intelliwear monitoring systems Martin McNeill 5. Using the Sensoteq VHM App • Download the Weir VHM App from: o Available apk o Google Play Store o App Store •...
Gateways that have been found will appear in a list. These can be pressed to select or use the scan button to rescan for gateways Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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• To disconnect from the gateway, press the Disconnect button at the bottom of the screen Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Sensors that have been found will appear in a list. These can be pressed to select or use the scan button to rescan for sensors Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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When a sensor is connected, it will display details of the sensor and some configuration options • Live Incoming Messages are displayed at the bottom of this screen Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
The sensor mode will update to 1-Wire after a period of time, and the Incoming Messages will show the sensor is set to Rst1 when there are no valid resistances across either coil Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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The sensor mode will change to ‘OkC1’ or ‘OkC2’ when 6 valid resistance samples • are detected across either Coil 1 or Coil 2 respectively, and the Green LED will flash Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
The sensor mode will update to 2-Wire after a period of time, and the Incoming Messages will show the sensor is set to PRST when there are no valid resistances across either coil Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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The sensor mode will change to ‘OK’ when 6 valid resistance samples are detected • across Coil 1 and Coil 2, and the Green LED will flash Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
To select a sensor diagnostic command, press the Diagnostic Commands button • The diagnostic commands are shown below. Incoming messages are also displayed at the bottom of this screen Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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When an option is selected, the button will turn for a few seconds. The sensor will transition to the selected diagnostic state after 6 valid samples Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
To load new firmware onto the sensor, press the Upgrade Firmware button from the Connected to Sensor screen • On the Upgrade Firmware screen, press the Select File button • Select the appropriate zip file Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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Press the Update Firmware button and the firmware will begin updating. The Sensor will have the Yellow LED on for a few seconds during this operation. Once finished, the Update Complete message will appear Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Any additional metal surrounding the sensor will attenuate the signal, even if you still have direct line of sight. Range will be impacted. Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
There is a delay of around 5 minutes from Reset to normal mode to allow handling time of the sensor. The Sensoteq VHM app includes buttons pre-set with the above commands and allows for firmware upgrades. The VHM app also allows switching between 1-wire and 2-wire modes.
In 2-Wire mode the sensor measures the resistance/inductance of 2 wires which are embedded at thicknesses of approximately 50% and 75% in the hose/spool. Figure 6. 2-Wire Configuration Flowchart Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
In 1-Wire mode the sensor measures the resistance/inductance of 1 wire which is embedded at a thickness of approximately 80% in the hose/spool. Figure 7. 1-Wire Configuration Flowchart Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Below is an example of the spool sensor after installation, the sensor should be screw down until it is hand tight. For further instruction refer to OEM documentation. Figure 9. Spool installation Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Connector locations 1 and 2 are to be connected to 1 of the wear indicator wires and locations 3 and 4 should be used for the remaining wear indicator wear. Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
If using an external power source, such as that within an enclosure or panel, ensure that it has capacity to provide 2A@12vdc. Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Author Ciarán Caldwell / Sensors for Intelliwear monitoring systems Martin McNeill Troubleshooting Please refer to the customer service email address below for additional support. support@sensoteq.co.uk Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à plus de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps. Sensoteq Ltd Unit 23 Ormeau Business Park, Copyright Sensoteq Ltd 2023 Belfast BT7 2JA Northern Ireland UK...
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