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NTI ENVIROMUX-16D Installation And Operation Manual

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ENVIROMUX-16D/-5D/-2D
Enterprise Environment Monitoring System
Installation and Operation Manual
Front and Rear View of ENVIROMUX-16D
Front View of ENVIROMUX-5D
Front View of ENVIROMUX-2D
MAN154
Rev Date 1/30/2014

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  • Page 1 ® ENVIROMUX Series ENVIROMUX-16D/-5D/-2D Enterprise Environment Monitoring System Installation and Operation Manual Front and Rear View of ENVIROMUX-16D Front View of ENVIROMUX-5D Front View of ENVIROMUX-2D MAN154 Rev Date 1/30/2014...
  • Page 2 ENVIROMUX-2D are in conformity with European Standard EN55022. Firmware Version Current Firmware version 2.14 WARNING The ENVIROMUX-16D contains a sealed lead acid battery. Battery maintenance must be performed by an authorized trained technician. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding the disposal of this unit. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK .

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ethernet Connection for Remote User Control......................15 Modem Connection..............................16 USB GSM Modem ..............................16 Serial GSM Modem..............................18 Power Connection-ENVIROMUX-16D ........................19 Dual Power Option..............................19 DC Power Option ..............................20 Power Connection- ENVIROMUX-5D/-2D......................... 20 Remote RS232 Device Control..........................22 Overview - Use And Operation............................
  • Page 4 Write data to force multiple Output Relays Active/Inactive..................102 How To Setup Email..............................103 How To Setup SNMP ..............................105 How To Setup Syslog..............................108 Locating OIDs................................111 ENVIROMUX-16D Specifications ..........................115 Front Panel Interface ............................... 115 RJ45 Sensor Inputs ..............................115 Digital Inputs ................................115...
  • Page 5 Output Relays ................................115 Beacon Port & Siren Port............................115 USB Device Ports ..............................115 Control Serial Port “RS232” ............................. 116 USB-Serial Port “Console”............................116 Auxiliary Power Port ..............................116 Ethernet Port................................116 Back-Up Battery............................... 116 General Specifications............................. 116 TCP/IP ..................................116 ENVIROMUX-5D Specifications..........................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1- Secure rack mount ears to ENVIROMUX-16D ........................7 Figure 2- Mount ENVIROMUX in a rack ............................7 Figure 3- Rotate the tabs for Zero-RU mounting..........................8 Figure 4- Sensors connected by cables with RJ45 connectors......................9 Figure 5- Contact sensor wired to RJ45 socket ..........................
  • Page 7 Figure 51- Output Relay Contact State ............................47 Figure 52- Configure Output Relay ..............................48 Figure 53- IP Devices monitored ..............................49 Figure 54- Add new IP Device ................................. 49 Figure 55- IP Device Configuration ..............................50 Figure 56- IP Device Configuration-more............................51 Figure 57- Monitoring IP Cameras ..............................
  • Page 8 Figure 103- Logout ..................................94 Figure 104- Front panel ................................... 95 Figure 105- USB Flash Drive/Modem/LCD Monitor port ........................97 Figure 106- Example of configuration for Gmail server........................103 Figure 107- Configure user to receive alerts via email........................104 Figure 108- SNMP Settings under Network Settings ........................105 Figure 109- Enter at least one group number to sensor configuration ...................

  • Page 9: Introduction

    All sensors are sold separately, available from NTI. ENVIROMUX includes output relays to control devices such as door locks, keypads, and circulation fans. The ENVIROMUX-16D and ENVIROMUX-5D also include outputs specifically for the connection of an alarm siren and/or beacon.
  • Page 10 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM The ENVIROMUX-5D Medium Enterprise Environment Monitoring System and ENVIROMUX-2D Small Enterprise Environment Monitoring System have almost the same functionality as the ENVIROMUX-16D, just fewer connection points. ENVIROMUX-16D vs. ENVIROMUX-5D vs. ENVIROMUX-2D Feature Differences Feature ENVIROMUX-16D...

  • Page 11: Materials

    RS485 connection method (page 75) See our webpage for the latest sensors available; http://www.networktechinc.com/environment-monitor-16d.html Contact your nearest NTI distributor or NTI directly for all of your cable needs at 800-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) in US & Canada or 330-562-7070 (Worldwide) or at our website at www.networktechinc.com...

  • Page 12: Supported Web Browsers

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM SUPPORTED WEB BROWSERS Most modern web browsers should be supported. The following browsers have been tested: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher • Netscape 7.2 or higher • Mozilla FireFox 1.5 or higher •...

  • Page 13: Features And Functions

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS LABEL (LEDs) DESCRIPTION Pwr- indicates when power to ENVIROMUX is ON (solid ON) and when power failure has occurred (battery power is ON- LED is blinking once per second) Low Batt- indicates that the backup battery is running low on power, disconnected, or in failure...
  • Page 14 RS232 AUX RJ45 female for connection of a serial modem or remote RS232 device to be controlled Cascade RJ45 female used for RS485 method of cascading multiple ENVIROMUX-16D units connectors In / Out Restore Reset Button for manually restoring the ENVIROMUX back to factory settings...

  • Page 15: Installation

    INSTALLATION Mounting Instructions-16D The ENVIROMUX-16D was designed to either sit on a shelf or be mounted in a rack. For mounting in a rack It includes a rack mount kit to make attachment easy. Attach the ears to the ENVIROMUX using the #6-32x3/16" flat Phillips-head screws (6) provided as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 16: Mounting Instructions-5D / -2D

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Mounting Instructions-5D / -2D The ENVIROMUX-5D and -2D can either be placed on a solid surface, mounted to a wall, or mounted to an accessible surface within rack (Zero-RU). To mount to a wall or other surface, first remove the screws holding the mounting tabs to the rear of the box.

  • Page 17: Sensor Attachment

    Figure 4- Sensors connected by cables with RJ45 connectors The RJ45 SENSORS ports can be used to connect a variety of sensors. Specifically on the ENVIROMUX-16D, the combined power load of all 12VDC sensors on each row of ports (ports 1-8 is one row and ports 9-16 is the second) cannot exceed 500mA per row.

  • Page 18: Digital In Terminals

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Digital In Terminals To connect contact sensors without using RJ45 connectors, terminal blocks have been provided labeled "DIGITAL IN". Two wire switch-only type sensors can be connected to the DIGITAL IN terminals as shown below. If the sensors require a 12V power source to operate, additional 12V and ground terminals have been provided on each model, with restrictions as shown.

  • Page 19: Figure 7- Secure Liquid Detection Sensor With Tape

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 7- Secure liquid detection sensor with tape To test the ENVIROMUX-LD(S); Configure the sensor (page 42). (Normal Status set to “Open”, Sampling Period set to 5 seconds.) Submerge at least ½ inch of the exposed twisted orange wire (not the wrapped end) for up to 30 seconds. Do NOT use distilled water as water must be conductive.

  • Page 20: Alarm(Beacon/Siren) Connections

    180mA contact load. Note: The maximum combined load that can be connected to the “AUX PWR” terminals on the ENVIROMUX-5D / -2D is 500mA. (For the ENVIROMUX-16D the maximum is 150mA.) Figure 9- Connect visual and audible external indicators...

  • Page 21: Connect Output Devices

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Connect Output Devices For connection of additional output devices to be controlled by the ENVIROMUX, terminals labeled "Output Relays" have been provided. The contacts will work as switches to either close or open circuits (switch ON or OFF) when used. The “default”...

  • Page 22: Terminal Connection For Rs232

    Terminal Connection for RS232 If control via serial connection is going to be used, serial control can be achieved using the “USB Console” port (all models) or the “RS232” port (ENVIROMUX-16D only). A terminal connection is accessible by the user “root” only.

  • Page 23: Ethernet Connection For Remote User Control

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Ethernet Connection for Remote User Control To make a remote connection, over the Ethernet, from anywhere on the local area network, connect a CAT5/5e/6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 male connectors on the ends, wired straight through (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, etc.).

  • Page 24: Modem Connection

    The ENVIROMUX includes support for a GSM modem to send alert notifications via SMS to a cell phone if desired. Either a USB GSM modem (all models) or a serial GSM modem (ENVIROMUX-16D/-5D only) may be connected. Using a modem each user can receive SMS alert messages directly on their cell phone.
  • Page 25 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 3G Data Transfer And SMS Messaging To use your USB modem for 3G Data connection, your SIM card must be configured to support 3G data connections and have either public or private IP address. Make sure the account associated with the SIM card also has SMS messaging enabled if this feature will be used.

  • Page 26: Serial Gsm Modem

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Serial GSM Modem To use a serial modem (ENVIROMUX-16D/-5D only), connection of the modem to the ENVIROMUX requires a CAT5 patch cable and RJ45-to-DB9 male adapter (supplied). The modem connects to the “RS232 AUX” port.

  • Page 27: Power Connection-Enviromux-16D

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Power Connection-ENVIROMUX-16D Connect the power cord supplied to the IEC connector on the rear of ENVIROMUX-16D. Plug the other end into AC mains and use the switch to power ON ENVIROMUX. Figure 16- Connect the power cord Dual Power Option The ENVIROMUX-16DDP has two IEC connectors on the rear, for connection to two separate power sources.

  • Page 28: Dc Power Option

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM DC Power Option The ENVIROMUX-16D is available with connections for DC power connection. The ENVIROMUX-16D-48V can be connect to a 36~72VDC (48VDC nominal) power supply. The ENVIROMUX-16D-24V can be connected to a 18~36VDC (24VDC nominal) power supply.

  • Page 29: Figure 20- Power Connections On Enviromux-5D-48Vdp

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM The ENVIROMUX-5D-48V is available with connections for a 18~72VDC (24 or 48VDC nominal) user-supplied power supply. This is typically used when the ENVIROMUX is installed in a Telecom environment. The ENVIROMUX-5D-48V will accept a DC power source with positive or negative polarity.

  • Page 30: Remote Rs232 Device Control

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Remote RS232 Device Control The “RS232 AUX” port can be used to connect a remote serially-controlled device. Once connected, a user named “rs232” can login to the ENVIROMUX from a command prompt and begin sending commands directly to the serial device.

  • Page 31: Figure 24- Connection To Serial Device Successful

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 3. Open a SSH client program (Putty, Tera Term, etc.), connect to the ENVIROMUX by entering the IP address of the ENVIROMUX. 4. When prompted for a login enter “rs232”. 5. When prompted enter the password you have assigned.

  • Page 32: Overview - Use And Operation

    Initially, IP configuration will be the easiest to change using the NTI Device Discovery Tool (found on the CD), which will search for NTI devices on the user’s network and allow IP assignment to them through its web interface. Other settings for subnet mask and default gateway may also be configured (see page 26).

  • Page 33: Data And Event Logging

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Data and Event Logging The ENVIROMUX can log sensor readings, sensor alerts, alert handling, sensor connections/removals, and user logins/logouts. The logs can be viewed at any time through the web interface (page 92). Additionally, as entries are generated, they can be emailed or sent as SNMP traps.

  • Page 34: Device Discovery Tool

    DEVICE DISCOVERY TOOL In order to easily locate NTI Devices on a network, the NTI Device Discovery Tool may be used. A link to the Discovery Tool is provided on the web page that appears when you insert the instruction manual CD provided into your CD ROM drive. Either click on the link or browse the CD to locate the NTIDiscover.jar file.

  • Page 35: Use And Operation Via Web Interface

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM USE AND OPERATION VIA WEB INTERFACE A user may monitor and configure the settings of any device connected to the ENVIROMUX using the Web Interface via any web browser (see page 4 for supported web browsers). To enable the Web Interface, connect the ENVIROMUX to the Ethernet (page 15).

  • Page 36: Monitoring

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM The initial page includes the Summary page, and a menu to the left with access to all pages used to manage the functions of the ENVIROMUX. Function Description MONITORING Monitor all the sensor and data input received by the ENVIROMUX (below)

  • Page 37: Power Supplies

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Power Supplies The status of the power supply can be seen, and when a dual power supply model is present, both power supplies will be shown. Click on the power supply to open a web page that displays the type of item sensed, the status of the power supply, and the time and date of the most recent alert sent regarding the power supply.

  • Page 38: Figure 31- Power Supply Alerts Configuration-Part 2

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 31- Power Supply alerts configuration-part 2 Alert Settings Group: This is the group (or groups) of sensors the power supply sensor will belong to. Users that subscribe to alerts from this group will receive alerts from the power supply sensor. Each sensor can be configured to send alerts. Up to 8 sensor groups can be defined.

  • Page 39: Internal Sensors

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Internal Sensors ENVIROMUX-16D and -5D have three on-board sensors, which are permanently present: one temperature sensor one humidity sensor one power (battery) sensor Internal sensors are monitored and fully configurable just as External Sensors are (see Figure 33 and page 36).

  • Page 40: Figure 32- External Sensor Reading

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM minimum level maximum level center of range minimum non-critical threshold maximum critical threshold minimum critical threshold maximum non-critical threshold Figure 32- External Sensor Reading If the sensor is in alert status, the user has the option to either acknowledge the alert or dismiss it.

  • Page 41: Figure 33- Sensor Configuration Page (1)

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 33- Sensor Configuration Page (1)

  • Page 42: Figure 34- Sensor Configuration Page (2)

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 34- Sensor Configuration Page (2)

  • Page 43: Figure 35- Sensor Configuration Page (3)

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Attach image captured from an IP camera to include with alert sent via email. This feature is available for all sensors connected to either the “RJ45 Sensor” ports or “Digital In” sensors. See “Alert Notifications” on page 34 for more.

  • Page 44: External Sensor Configuration

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 36- Sensor Configuration Page (4) External Sensor Configuration Sensor Settings Description Description The description of the sensor that will be viewed in the Summary page and in the body of alert messages Units This lets the operator choose between Celsius and Fahrenheit as the temperature measurement unit.
  • Page 45 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Schedule Settings Schedule Type Always active- sensor will react to alert conditions at all hours of each day Active during defined times- sensor will only react to alert conditions during times as outlined below Start Day...

  • Page 46: Figure 37- Chart To Setup Alert Notification

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Alert Settings (Applies to Critical and Non-Critical Alerts except where noted) (Cont’d) Associated Output Relay Associate the sensor with the operation of the output relay, or not Note: Only one sensor should be associated with the Output Relay at a time.
  • Page 47 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Alert Settings Alert Delay: The alert delay is an amount of time the sensor must be in an alert condition before an alert is sent. This provides some protection against false alarms. The Alert Delay value can be set for 0-999 seconds or minutes.

  • Page 48: Specialized Sensors (For S420Ma-24V Current Sensor Configuration Only)

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Specialized Sensors (for S420MA-24V Current Sensor Configuration only) When a ENVIROMUX-S420MA-24V Current Sensor is connected to the ENVIROMUX, the summary page will update with two sensor names of the Type “Current”. Various types of sensors can be connected to an ENVIROMUX-S420MA-24V. In order to better define the sensor on the Summary Page, in SNMP traps, or in an MIB browser, click on the “Edit”...
  • Page 49 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Most of the sensor settings are the same as any other sensor configuration (page 36) but there are some differences: Sensor Settings Description Associate Sensor Select if the Type “Current” should be replaced by the sensor type to be entered in the next box Associated Sensor Type Enter the “Type”...

  • Page 50: Contact Sensors

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Contact Sensors Contact Sensors are sensors that close or open a contact according to the sensor condition. Their presence and their type cannot be automatically detected by the RJ45 Sensor port. The sensors have to be manually added to the unit list by the administrator or a user with administrator privileges.

  • Page 51: Figure 42- Contact Sensor Configuration Page

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Many of the settings found in the RS485 configuration page are not present because they do not apply to contact sensors. As such, only “Critical Alert Settings” apply (see descriptions on page 36) and non-critical alert settings are omitted altogether.

  • Page 52: Figure 43- Digital Input Sensors

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Digital Inputs The “Digital In” terminals (page 10) are for easy installation of contact sensors (as opposed to using the RJ45 sensor ports). Connect up to 8 different contact sensors having either 2-wire contacts (for open or closed circuit sensing) or 4-wire contacts (for open or closed circuit sensors requiring 12V power supplies to operate).

  • Page 53: Figure 45- Configure New Sensor

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Once the connector is selected, a configuration window will open providing fields for the additional information available to setup the sensor. Note: The "Normal Status" of the contact sensor must be set to either open or closed, depending on the contact position of the sensor connected to it.

  • Page 54: Figure 48- Connection That Supports Tachometer Sensor

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Cycle Sensor Power A “Cycle Sensor Power” button is also provided (see Figure 46) for each sensor connected to the “Digital In” terminals (locally- connected Digital Inputs only). To momentarily disrupt power to any sensor connected to a Digital Input terminal, click on this button.

  • Page 55: Monitor Output Relay

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Monitor Output Relay Output relays are provided to control external devices with a rating of up to 1A, 30VDC or 0.5A, 125VAC. Each relay state is monitored to be either inactive (relay is at rest; contacts as indicated by product markings) or active (relay is energized; contacts are opposite that of product markings).

  • Page 56: Figure 52- Configure Output Relay

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM To change settings for the output relay and whether or not a state change should generate an alert message, click the “Configure” button. Figure 52- Configure Output Relay From the configuration page, the user can apply a description of the relay that will be used on the summary page and in any alert messages sent, if so configured.

  • Page 57: Ip Devices

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM IP Devices Up to 64 IP addresses can be assigned to be monitored by ENVIROMUX. They will be displayed under the Monitoring->IP Devices item in the left side menu. The ENVIROMUX will periodically ping (test) these addresses to determine whether or not they are up and running.

  • Page 58: Figure 55- Ip Device Configuration

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 55- IP Device Configuration IP Device Settings Description Description The description of the IP Device that will be viewed in the Summary page and in the body of alert messages IP Address The IP address of the IP Device...

  • Page 59: Figure 56- Ip Device Configuration-More

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 56- IP Device Configuration-more...
  • Page 60 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Group Settings Description Group Assign the device IP to any or all groups 1 -8 (see also page 38) Schedule Settings Schedule Type Always active- system will react to alert condition at all hours of each day...

  • Page 61: Ip Cameras

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM IP Cameras The IP Camera page displays the video snapshots of up to 8 monitored IP cameras. ENVIROMUX will display the video from specified IP addresses and provide images 320 x 240 resolution. Place a name, the URL or IP address of the link, and the name of the image taken by the camera in the blocks provided (examples in Figure 58).

  • Page 62: Administration

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Administration From the Administration section there are several sub sections for configuring the ENVIROMUX: System Fields for applying time zone, date, time, NTP server, backup and restore configuration settings and settings for the “RS232 AUX” port...

  • Page 63: Figure 60- Configuration Backup And Restore

    Note: If “Restore Defaults” is used, the IP address will also be restored to its default address (192.168.1.21) with a login name “root” and password “nti”. To restore the root password to “nti” without having to restore all default settings, contact NTI for assistance.

  • Page 64: Figure 61- Select What Will Be Displayed On Connected Usb Lcd Monitor

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM USB LCD Display Select Screen Select what should be displayed on the ENVIROMUX-LCD7U when plugged into a USB port on the ENVIROMUX (see Figure 61) An ENVIROMUX-LCD7U USB LCD monitor can be connected to any of the USB Type A ports (page 97).

  • Page 65: Figure 63- System Configuration-Continued

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 63- System Configuration-continued RSA Public Key Click on this button to save an authentication key to a Linux or Unix machine. In order to configure an Event or Smart Alert to cause an SSH command to be sent to a Linux or Unix machine automatically (see page 84 or page 88), the Linux or Unix computer must be configured to accept the command from the ENVIROMUX.

  • Page 66: Administration-Enterprise Setup

    Enter the information to the blocks provided with your company name, location, the contact person that alert e-mails should refer to, the phone number to reach them, and the e-mail address assigned to the ENVIROMUX-16D. If SMS messages will be used as an alert method, a GSM modem will be needed and this page will provide status information for that connection (see also page 16).

  • Page 67: Figure 65- Gsm Modem Status

    Figure 65- GSM Modem Status Enable SMS Relay If your network includes more than one ENVIROMUX (ENVIROMUX-16D, ENVIROMUX-5D and/or ENVIROMUX-2D), only one GSM modem is required for all the ENVIROMUX units to send SMS messages. That GSM modem can be connected to any of the ENVIROMUX units.

  • Page 68: Administration-Network Setup

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Administration- Network Setup From the Network Configuration page (Administration- >Network) the administrator can either choose to have the IP address and DNS information filled in automatically by the DHCP server, or manually fill in the fields (use a static address).

  • Page 69: Figure 69- Configure Smtp, Snmp, And Security Settings

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM If the administrator chooses to have the DNS information filled in automatically, the SMTP server and port number still need to be entered for e-mail alerts to work. If the SMTP server requires a password in order for users to send e-mails, the network administrator must first assign a user name and password to the ENVIROMUX.

  • Page 70: Figure 70- Configure 3G Data Connection

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 70- Configure 3G Data Connection SMTP Settings Description SMTP Server Enter a valid SMTP server name (e.g. yourcompany.com) Port Enter a valid port number (default port is 25, for SSL most use 465, for STARTTLS most use...
  • Page 71 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 3G Data Connection (Cont’d) Username Enter the username supplied by service provider for access to connection. Leave blank if no username is required. Password Enter the password supplied by service provider for access to connection. Leave blank if no password is required.

  • Page 72: Figure 71- Setup Snmp To Control Output Relays

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 1. Configure the ENVIROMUX (Network Settings) Note: enter same values from ENVIROMUX to the MIB browser (private) (public) 2. Configure the MIB browser 4. Identify which Output to 3. Expand the tree to view the...

  • Page 73: User Configuration

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM User Configuration The Users page is a list of all configured users of the ENVIROMUX. A maximum of 15 users (other than root) can be configured. From this page the root user (or any user with administrator rights) can choose to add more users, go to the user configuration page to edit a user’s access to the ENVIROMUX, or delete a user from the list.

  • Page 74: Figure 74- More User Settings

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 74- More user settings...
  • Page 75 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Account Settings Description Username Enter the desired username for this user Admin Place a checkmark here if this user should have administrative privileges Enabled Place a checkmark here to enable this user to access the ENVIROMUX...

  • Page 76: Figure 75-Summary Page For User Without Admin Privileges

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM More about User Privileges The root user (or any user with administrator rights) can change the root password and configure how the root user will receive alert messages. Users with administrative rights can change all configuration settings except for the root user name.

  • Page 77: Group Names

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Group Names Group names can be applied instead of the group numbers in the event an association is desired other than “Group 0x” . For each group (1-8), a name can be applied containing up to 64 English or 21 Kanji (Japanese) characters.

  • Page 78: Security

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Security Access to the web interface on the ENVIROMUX can be through standard methods (enable HTTP access- page 62) or limited to secure access only (disable HTTP access and only allow HTTPS access which is always enabled by default). Security in the ENVIROMUX can be managed one of two ways;...
  • Page 79 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM X509 Certificate The ENVIROMUX is pre-loaded with a generic X509 Server Certificate. If you wish to provide your own X509 Server certificate, the Server certificate must be uploaded to the ENVIROMUX. The Server certificate and key must be combined in a single file (“PEM”...

  • Page 80: Figure 78- Security Configuration- Ip Filtering Rules

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM IP Filtering Included in the Security Configuration options is IP Filtering. IP Filtering provides an additional mechanism for securing the ENVIROMUX. Access to the ENVIROMUX network services (SNMP, HTTP(S), SSH, Telnet) can be controlled by allowing or disallowing connections from various IP addresses, subnets, or networks.

  • Page 81: System Information

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM More on IP Filtering The most common approach is to only allow “white-listed” IP addresses, subnets, or networks to access the device while blocking all others. The IP Filters are processed sequentially from top to bottom, so it is important to place the most precise rules at the top of the list and the most generic rules at the bottom of the list.

  • Page 82: Administration- Firmware

    The Update Firmware page is used to change the firmware of the ENVIROMUX. Occasionally new features or changes to existing features will be introduced and new firmware with these changes will be made available on the NTI website (http://www.networktechinc.com/download/d-environment-monitor-16.html). To view the Update Firmware page, select Firmware in the Administration section of the main menu.

  • Page 83: Advanced-Cascade Configuration

    “Save” and exit the web interface. This unit will be controlled and configured from the Master unit web interface. If you select RS485 Slave (ENVIROMUX-16D only), also enter an RS485 address value from 1-255 to be used when defining what RS485 slaves are part of a cascaded configuration. Make note of the address entered. Each RS485 slave must have a unique address, but any value from 1-255 can be used.

  • Page 84: Figure 82- Master With Local (Rs485) Slaves

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 2. Connect the RS485 slaves to the master as shown below using CAT5/5e/6 patch cables with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, etc. ). The maximum total distance from the master to the final slave unit cannot exceed 4000 feet.

  • Page 85: Figure 84- Configure Which Slaves Will Be Connected To The Master

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 4. From the Cascaded Settings page of the Master unit, enter a checkmark for each slave that will be present in the configuration. This enables the slave and defines the slave sequence (number 1-4) as it will appear on the sensor summary page.
  • Page 86 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Alert Settings Group Just as sensors are assigned to a group, a Slave loss alert can be assigned to a group. In the event a Slave loses connection with the Master, for any reason, an alert notification will be sent to all users subscribing to alerts from this sensor group.

  • Page 87: Figure 86- Portion Of Summary Page From A Master With A Slave

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Slave Sensors Slave Sensors Slave Sensors Figure 87- Portion of Summary Page from a Master with a Slave From the Summary page of the Master (above), sensors connected to Slave unit can be viewed and configured just as if they...

  • Page 88: Reboot The System

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Reboot the System The ENVIROMUX can be remotely rebooted by anyone with administrative privileges. To view the Reboot System page, select Reboot in the Administration section of the main menu. Click the Reboot Now button to cause the ENVIROMUX to reboot.

  • Page 89: Smart Alerts

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Smart Alerts Smart Alerts enable the ENVIROMUX to contact users when specially configured circumstances exist for defined sensors. Smart Alerts will respond to 1 or more alert conditions independent of the alert configurations for each sensor configured on page 32.

  • Page 90: Figure 91- Configuration Options For New Event

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 92- Configuration options for new event Depending upon the type of sensor chosen, various event settings can be configured that will cause an event to be logged. In the example above, if the temperature sensor sees a temperature greater than 90.0 degrees C for more than 30 seconds, an event will be logged.
  • Page 91 Place a checkmark in this box to have alert notifications sent via SMS messages (requires a modem) Enable Siren Turn ON the siren when this event goes to alert (ENVIROMUX-16D only) Enable Beacon Turn ON the beacon when this event goes to alert (ENVIROMUX-16D only)

  • Page 92: Figure 92- Event Configuration Options Continued

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 93- Event Configuration options continued Remote SSH Commands Remote address Enter the IP address or host name of the Linux or Unix computer to be sent a command via an SSH connection. Enable command on event...

  • Page 93: Figure 93- Smart Alert Summary Page

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM With Events defined, Smart Alerts (up to 20) can be configured to use Event combinations to send alert messages. Figure 94- Smart Alert summary page From the side menu, select “Smart Alerts”, and “Smart Alerts” again. On the Smart Alerts page, click on “Add New Smart Alert”.

  • Page 94: Figure 95- Smart Alert Configuration- Continued

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Description Use the default description provided or enter the description you want to see on notifications received. OR Events Available Events Select from the predefined available Events (Figure 90) to have OR logic applied to a triggered...
  • Page 95 Place a checkmark in this box to have alert notifications sent via SMS messages (requires a modem) Enable Siren Turn ON the siren when this event goes to alert (ENVIROMUX-16D only) Enable Beacon Turn ON the beacon when this event goes to alert (ENVIROMUX-16D only)
  • Page 96 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 97- Smart Alert Configuration- continued Remote SSH Commands Remote address Enter the IP address or host name of the Linux or Unix computer to be sent a command via an SSH connection. Enable command on event...

  • Page 97: Figure 97- Event Logical Function Diagram

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM More on Logical Functions Using Logical Functions, you can select how to use or not use the reported state of an Event. You can combine the information from multiple Events to achieve an end result.

  • Page 98: Figure 98- Examples Of Smart Alert Conditions

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Figure 99- Examples of Smart Alert conditions...

  • Page 99: Log

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM From the Log section there are three sub sections for configuring the ENVIROMUX: View Event Log View a log listing the date and time of events such as startups, shut downs, user logins View Data Log...

  • Page 100: View Data Log

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Example of an Event Log Message: TIME: 07-27-2012 02:15:44 AM ENTERPRISE: E-16D Unit 1 LOCATION: Engineering BRANCH: RACK: CONTACT: NTI DESCRIPTION: Temperature 1 CONNECTOR: 1 TYPE: Temperature MESSAGE: Sensor value crossed over non-critical thresholds VALUE: 85.0F...

  • Page 101: Log Settings

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Log Settings The Log Settings page (Figure 102) provides settings for how the ENVIROMUX will react when its Data and Event logs reach capacity. The Event Log settings include a logging level that can be configured to log different amounts of information: •...

  • Page 102: Support

    You must have Adobe Reader installed on your PC to open this. The Downloads link will take you to the Firmware Downloads page for the ENVIROMUX on the NTI website. All versions of firmware and MIB files for the ENVIROMUX will be found there, available for immediate download to your PC.

  • Page 103: Front Panel Controls And Led Indicators

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND LED INDICATORS Figure 105- Front panel Front Panel LED Status Chart LED Label Status Meaning No Power Solid ON AC Power is ON Blinking slowly AC Power has failed, Battery backup (pg. 96) is ON (once /second) (The LED will not blink if the unit is powered OFF by the switch.)

  • Page 104: Alarm Test/Silence Button

    Alarm Test/Silence Button A button is provided on the front of the ENVIROMUX-16D and ENVIROMUX-5D to be used to test or to silence the alarm siren when connected. To test the alarm function, press and hold the button for at least 2 seconds. The siren and beacon will “alarm”...

  • Page 105: Usb Port

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM USB PORT The ENVIROMUX are each equipped with USB Type A female ports on the front and rear panel for connection of a USB flash drive, a GSM modem or for receiving alert messages via SMS, or an ENVIROMUX-LCD7U USB LCD Monitor (page 56).

  • Page 106: Modbus Tcp/Ip Support

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM MODBUS TCP/IP SUPPORT The ENVIROMUX is equipped with Modbus TCP/IP support to enable PLC controls to read the value/state of sensors and read and command the state of relays. Using the Modbus communication protocol devices can be programmed over TCP/IP to treat the ENVIROMUX as a Modbus slave device reacting to readings from available sensors and controlling relays as needed.

  • Page 107: Function Code 02 - Read The State Of Digital Inputs

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Mapping (Cont’d): Coil # (Address) ENVIROMUX-16D ENVIROMUX-5D ENVIROMUX-2D … … … 4 + (M – 1) * 16 + N - 1 Remote DO #M-N Remote DO #M-N … … … Remote DO #5-1 Remote DO #5-1 …...

  • Page 108: Function Code 04 - Read Internal/External Sensors Floating Point Values

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Mapping (Cont’d): Input # (Address) ENVIROMUX-16D ENVIROMUX-5D ENVIROMUX-2D Remote DI #1.1 Remote DI #1.1 Remote DI #1.1 … Remote DI #1.16 Remote DI # 1.16 Remote DI #1.16 Remote DI #2.1 Remote DI #2.1 Remote DI #2.1 …...
  • Page 109 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Mapping: Input # (Address) ENVIROMUX-16D ENVIROMUX-5D ENVIROMUX-2D Internal Sensor #1 Internal Sensor #1 Internal Sensor #2 Internal Sensor #2 Internal Sensor #3 External Sensor #1.1 External Sensor #1.1 External Sensor #1.1 External Sensor #1.2 External Sensor #1.2 External Sensor #1.2...

  • Page 110: Write Data To Force Multiple Output Relays Active/Inactive

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Write data to force multiple Output Relays Active/Inactive Description: Function code 15 is used to force the status of Output Relays (Active/Inactive) of the ENVIROMUX-xD slave device in a binary data format. Query: Slave Function...

  • Page 111: How To Setup Email

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM HOW TO SETUP EMAIL Use this guide to assist in the configuration of the ENVIROMUX to send email messages. 1. Apply a valid email address for the ENVIROMUX to the Enterprise Setup Page (see page 58).
  • Page 112 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 2. Fill in Network Page (page 60) with valid information: A. SMTP Server - check with your service provider as to what this should be. Sometimes it is just the name of the provider (gmail.com), sometimes characters are added (mail.gmail.com, smtp.gmail.com, smtp-mail.gmail.com, etc)

  • Page 113: How To Setup Snmp

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM HOW TO SETUP SNMP Follow these steps to prepare the ENVIROMUX to send SNMP traps to ENVIROMUX users. Under Network Settings: 1. Enable the proper SNMP Agent type (v1/v2c , v1/v2c/v3, or just v3) depending upon what type of SNMP browser you use.
  • Page 114 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 5. Place a checkmark in “Enable SNMP Traps” checkbox under the sensor configuration for each sensor that should send traps when there is an alert. If you want them sent for Critical Alerts and Non-Critical Alerts, there is a checkbox for each level.
  • Page 115 11. Use the MIB file supplied on your manual CD with your SNMP browser to setup and manage SNMP traps. The MIB file is also available for download from the firmware update website: http://www.networktechinc.com/download/d-environment-monitor-16.html for ENVIROMUX-16D / -5D / -2D...

  • Page 116: How To Setup Syslog

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM HOW TO SETUP SYSLOG Follow these steps to prepare the ENVIROMUX to send Syslog messages to ENVIROMUX users. This instruction assumes you have Syslog software configured to receive and record messages sent by the ENVIROMUX and know how to use it.
  • Page 117 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 3. Under User configuration, place a checkmark in the group number(s) that the sensors belong to. (These are the groups that you checked off in step 1.) 4. Place a checkmark in the box for Syslog Alerts under Contact Settings so that the user can receive Syslog messages.
  • Page 118 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM To additionally configure the ENVIROMUX to send sensor data via Syslog: 1. Under Sensor Configuration, Data Logging, place a checkmark under “Add to data log” to have sensor readings added to the log. Set the time period for the frequency at which readings will be added to the data log.

  • Page 119: Locating Oids

    IP address was entered, but if this doesn’t happen in your browser, make sure the “Read Community” field in the agent properties includes the name “public” (or whatever you have changed it to in the ENVIROMUX-16D network configuration).
  • Page 120 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM 6. With that information entered, the default SYSTEM will be accessible for SNMP browsing. A connection that uses security will require more configuration, Refer to page 105 and your browser manual to apply the required additional settings.
  • Page 121 (The “extSensor Type” variable for Port 1 is extSensorType.1 and extSensorType.2, port 2 is extSensorType.3 and extSensorType.4, and so on, for a total of 32 extSensors (RJ45 Sensor) for an ENVIROMUX-16D.) Each variable for a sensor that is reported has its own OID (i.e. Index number, type, description of the connected sensor, the connector number the sensor is plugged into, group the sensor belongs to, etc.).
  • Page 122 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM The ENVIROMUX-STHS-99 is a specialty sensor that provides a third piece of information (dew point) managed through an additional category with virtual ports named “dewPoint Sensors”. The sensor connected to Port 1 has a dew point value of 41.7 (deg.F)

  • Page 123: Enviromux-16D Specifications

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM ENVIROMUX-16D SPECIFICATIONS Front Panel Interface LEDs ..............Green – Power, Solid for Main power, flashing for Backup power .............Red – Low Bat (solid for charging battery, blinking for fault) .............Green – Check Log …………………………………………….Green – AUX (not used) .............Red –...

  • Page 124: Control Serial Port "Rs232

    Battery Operational Time .......1 hr, fully loaded; 30 min. after ‘Low Bat’ LED illuminates Battery Charging Time ........32 hrs (from fully discharged to fully charged). Replaceable...........Yes – can be replaced by authorized personnel only (NTI) General Specifications Power Input............110/220VAC, 50 – 60 Hz, 45W Operating Temperature........32°...

  • Page 125: Enviromux-5D Specifications

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM ENVIROMUX-5D SPECIFICATIONS User Interface LEDs ..............Green – Power (solid when ENVIROMUX is powered ON) .............Red – Fault (solid when any sensor is in alert) RJ45 Sensor Inputs Connector ............RJ45 connector Voltage Supply..........5VDC and 12VDC Max. Current Supply ........50mA Signal Type............RS485 for RS485 sensors;...

  • Page 126: Auxiliary Power Port

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Auxiliary Power Port Connector ............Detachable terminal block-plug-in, 1x2 contacts Wire Range............14-22 AWG Voltage Output..........12VDC+/-10% Current Output ..........500mA ESD Protection ..........IEC 61000-4-2 Fuse Protection..........Resetable poly fuse – 1.1A hold, 1.95A trip; 16VDC max. Ethernet Port Connector ............RJ45 Female Connection Speed .........10/100 Base-T...

  • Page 127: Enviromux-2D Specifications

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM ENVIROMUX-2D SPECIFICATIONS User Interface LEDs ..............Green – Power (solid when ENVIROMUX is powered ON) .............Red – Fault (solid when any sensor is in alert) RJ45 Sensor Inputs Connector ............RJ45 connector (2) Voltage Supply..........5VDC and 12VDC Max.

  • Page 128: Ethernet Port

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Ethernet Port Connector ............RJ45 Female Connection Speed .........10/100 Base-T Security............SSL Supported Protocols ........http, https, Telnet,SSH General Specifications Power Input............120VAC or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz-9VDC/3A AC Adapter Operating Temperature........32° -104°F (0-40˚C) Operating Humidity ........17-90%RH, non-condensing Enclosure Size(WxDxH) ........5.822 x 2.988 x 1.720 inches...

  • Page 129: Wiring Methods

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM WIRING METHODS RS485 Sensor Cable The CAT5 connection cable between the ENVIROMUX and the external RS485 Sensors (page 9) is terminated with RJ45 connectors and must be wired according to the EIA/TIA 568 B industry standard. Wiring is as per the table and drawing below.

  • Page 130: Troubleshooting

    ENVIROMUX should reset. RJ45 Sensor ports stop working For ENVIROMUX-16D: Make sure load of all 8 sensors per row does not exceed 500 mA. (i.e. only one keypad per row (row 1 = ports 1-8, row 2= ports 9-16))
  • Page 131 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM Problem Cause Solution Firmware has been corrupted Contact NTI for FTP recovery software and procedure. Unit will not boot up- access via Ethernet not possible Sensor connected to Sensor is rated for more current than Disconnect failed sensor.

  • Page 132: Recycling Information

    (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070. In order to return the ENVIROMUX-16D to Network Technologies Inc, please contact us at (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 to receive a return goods authorization. All packaging and shipping expenses will be the sole responsibility of...

  • Page 133: Index

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM INDEX 3G data connection, 62 IP Cameras, 53 48VDC power option, 20 IP Devices, 49 AC adapter, 20 IP filtering, 71 acknowledge, 29, 32 Java Runtime Environment, 26 adding a sensor, 42 Language selection, 55...
  • Page 134 NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM User Management, 24 USB Flashdrive, 93 username and password, 27 USB port, 16, 96 visual alerts, 12 user configuration, 65...

  • Page 135: Warranty Information

    NTI ENTERPRISE ENVIRONMENT MONITORING SYSTEM WARRANTY INFORMATION The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is two (2) years from the date of purchase. Please contact Network Technologies Inc at (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or (330) 562-7070 or visit our website at www.networktechinc.com...

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