Protimeter HygroTrac Manual
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1. 05 2006 15 23 34 Radio Firmware Revision 0126 Radio Configuration Revision 0010 Gateway ID 60968084 MAC 00 16 F1 00 00 01 10 17 2086 17 25 42 GHT Press space bar for setup menu 7 Press the space bar within 5 seconds of power up to access the gateway configuration menu Page 14 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Using RS 232 Port to Access Configuration Menu cont gateway console HyperTerminal Fle Edt ew Cal Transfer Help De 535 5r Radio Firmware Revision 0126 Radio Configuration Revision 0010 Gateway ID 0960004 MAC 00 16 F1 00 00 01 10 17 2006 17 26 52 GMT Press space bar for setup menu 5 Setup Menu Set LAN static IP 000 000 000 000 LAN default gateway IP 000 000 000 000 LAN subnet mask 000 000 000 000 Remote Server IP 012 043 214 176 Wireless Network flddress 12345678 dialup number 2002122 dialup username choogenboom ear thlink net dialup password chatham MODEM custom RT command string dialup time interval in minutes 720 dialup retries 2 LAN connection N MODEM connection N Auto Detect Connection V exit and discard changes save changes to FLASH and reboot enter selection a b c d e f g h fi J k 1 m n q s 8 You can now modify individual settings by selecting the desired menu item Remember to save your changes Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 15 Connecting the Gateway to the2. Internet If a LAN connection is present the gateway will automatically use it If the LAN connection is inactive the gateway will attempt to dial out until it reaches the maximum number of dial retries Note that if you have an active LAN connection but you want the gateway to use the MODEM connection you must change the gateway settings from Auto Detect Connection to Use MODEM Connection Connecting Gateway to an Ethernet LAN Using the supplied Ethernet cable connect the gateway s LAN port to an available and active data port on your LAN network Power on the gateway and the Link LED should go on within 1 2 seconds If it does not see the troubleshooting chart on page 24 1 Configuring the LAN Connection The gateway is shipped from the factory to plug and play with most common LAN environments but from time to time you may need to change the settings to be compatible with non standard LAN environments Some possible LAN configurations include e Setting a non zero LAN static IP LAN default gateway IP and LAN subnet mask Note You should use a static IP address only if instructed to do so by your network administrator e Setting the LAN Static IP to 000 000 000 000 this is the factory default which forces the gateway to use DHCP to acquire an IP address from your network s DHCP server Page 16 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Connecting Gateway to an Ethernet LAN
3. instructions on the next page Antenna Phone Line Port RS232 Port SD Card Slot LAN Port Power Input Figure 2 Data Acquisition Gateway Rear Panel Gateway Activation and Site Creation A gateway sends all the data it collects to the HygroTrac Database Server HDS Users can then access this data at www gehygrotrac com The site itself supplies detailed instructions in the GE HygroTrac Web Site User s Guide To store and access data users must first activate the gateway and assign it to a user created site at www gehygrotrac com Users must first register as subscribers at www gehygrotrac com Subscribers can then create sites by logging into their account at www gehygrotrac com and using information that describes the site to be monitored customer name address email etc after which the user assigns one or more gateways to that site When sensors send data through a gateway assigned to a site those sensors are automatically assigned to that site as well Record the gateway ID which is on the ID label located on the bottom of the gateway You will need this ID in order to activate your gateway at www gehygrotrac com Page 6 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Gateway Installation Guidelines Location Preparation When planning your installation remember that the gateway requires an AC power source and either a LAN or modem Internet connection Also position the gateway as centrally as possible to the plann
4. liability without limitation for consequential or incidental damages The foregoing warranties are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties whether written oral implied or statutory No implied statutory warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose shall apply Introduction The Protimeter HygroTrac is a simple and cost effective system for remotely monitoring moisture and temperature levels in buildings The Protimeter HygroTrac system measures and logs parameters such as the following GPP or g kg dew point temperature relative humidity air temperature moisture in wood To set up the system small HygroTrac wireless sensors are placed in the building Sensor readings are transmitted to a Data Acquisition Gateway which is connected to a dedicated and secure web server via either an Ethernet or telephone line connection The measurements can then be viewed at www gehygrotrac com using a secure password to access the data System Components The Protimeter HygroTrac kit comprises a carry case containing the components detailed in Table 1 below Figure 1 on the next page shows a typical BLD9000 kit Table 1 Protimeter HygroTrac Kit BLD9000 Hard Carry Case with Custom Foam Insert Data Acquisition Gateway Detachable Antenna w RP SMA connector 10 Wireless Sensors w Lithium Batteries 20 Conductive Mounting Screws 3 3v Power Supply Ethernet Cable RJ 45 Telepho
5. non replaceable non resetting slow blow fuse If you use a phone line that experiences frequent surges or lightning strikes you should put a surge protector in line with the phone line to protect the modem from damage 2 Configuring Dialup Information The gateway requires your Internet Service Provider ISP phone number user name and password You must set these parameters using the New Customer Registration menu In most cases one ISP account can support many gateways and in the event your ISP only allows a single login at a time the gateway will continue to attempt to login until it reaches the maximum number of retries 3 Other Dialup Settings In most office environments you will need to dial 9 for an outside line in which case you should change the dialup number on the configuration menu to include a dialing prefix of 9 For example Set dialup number 9 18666633679 Be sure to include the comma as it instructs the modem to pause before dialing the next number and the pause is required to wait for a dial tone from the outside line Page 18 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Connecting Gateway Using a Modem cont You can also configure the time between server connection attempts and the maximum number of dialup retries used during a connection attempt By limiting the number of dialup retries you can prevent the modem from monopolizing the phone line in the event your ISP is not responding Th
6. pushed in The LAN Ethernet port you are using is configured as a cli ent Use an Ethernet crossover adapter The Ethernet cable is bad Replace the Ethernet cable Status LED is ON but when I log on to the web site I do not see my data Page 24 Gateway out of range of sensors Replace gateway closer to sen sors Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Table 2 Troubleshooting the LAN Ethernet Connection cont Problem Cause Solution Notall of my Gateway out of range Relocate gateway close to sensors sensors are of sensors or add additional gateway s to Active on the expand wireless coverage website MODEM Bad username and or Verify username and password Link LED password are correct goes solidly on but Act LED never flashes No dial tone Verify phone line has dial tone MODEM Bad dialup phone Verify dialup phone number is Link LED number correct goes solid Missing DSL filter Assuming your phone line is used for DSL service add DSL filter to the line Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 25 Technical Specifications Wireless Sensor Transmission Distance 150 ft 46 m nominal Transmission Frequency 902 2 907 8 MHz 868 2 868 4 869 MHz EU Size Ix w x h 2 25 x 1 5 x 2 25 in 60 x 30 x 60 mm Weight 2 42 oz 68 g Transmission distance varies with many factors including the presence of obstacles such as concrete wa
7. separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Part 15 Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Page 1 of 2 Protimeter HygroTrac Declaration of Conformity Industry Canada IC This Product Contains Transmitter Module IC ID 6474A 0002 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of Industry Canada This device complies with Canadian RSS 210 regulations NOTICE The Industry Canada IC label identifies certified equipment The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction For EU Models Only Data Acquisition Gateway The Data Acquisition Gateway is in conformity with the following standards EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN60950 1 2001 following the provisions of the 89 336 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility as amended and 73 23 EEC Low Voltage Directive as amended Sensor Module The Sensor Module is in conformity with the following standards EN300 220 3 V1 1 1 2000 09 EN3
8. to select the gateway connection see below usually the connection is through the COM1 port but it will vary from PC to PC and in some cases may be through a serial adapter on a USB port Select the appropriate COM port name and click OK Connect To e gateway console Enter details for the phone number that you want to dial Country region Area code Phone number Connect using Es TY he 5 Follow prompts to enter the COM port settings Configure the COM port with the following settings and click OK e Bits per second 57600 e Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None COM1 Properties Port Settings Bits per second 57600 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits il Flow contro v Restore Defaults OK Cancel Apply Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 13 Using RS 232 Port to Access Configuration Menu cont 6 You are now ready to power on the gateway Power on the gateway and your HyperTerminal window should resemble the screen shown below If you have problems be sure that the HyperTerminal window is the currently selected window on your desktop and that you do not currently have any text selected in the HyperTerminal window gateway console HyperTerminal Fie Edt View Cal Transfer Help De 535 0 E Welcome to the GE Sensing Hygrolrac TM Gateway For product support please visit www gehygrotrac com Gateway Firmware Revision 0113 Oct
9. 01 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 08 following the provisions of the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment R amp TTE directive Directive 1999 5 EC Aa Billerica June 9 2006 Mr Gary Kozinski Certification amp Standards Lead Engineer Page 2 of 2 USA 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica MA 01821 4111 Web www gesensing com protimeterproducts Ireland Sensing House Shannon Free Zone East Shannon County Clare Web www gesensing com protimeterproducts INS9000 Rev B
10. GE Sensing Protimeter HygroTrac Remote Wireless Monitoring System Instruction Manual GE Sensing Protimeter HygroTrac Remote Wireless Monitoring System Instruction Manual INS9000B July 2007 HygroTrac is a Protimeter product Protimeter has joined other GE high technology businesses under a new name GE Industrial Sensing Table of Contents Intro OCIO sir moe tabat badge Uer EISE TE E bare a AE ag 1 System Components ue custo SERERE RR Ane Sade se UA Cette 1 HygroTrac Applicationst oe hPa ITE DOR e bee c POPE ERR EYE E Tov xs Permanent Installations ssssssssssssssssssss e 3 Termporar nstallations ee elle Ea meer tie e us 3 Installation zcv sees cr hare cain SUbNEERMPEREIDRRMINSRRILRIR NEU RR Ge eae ca 3 Wireless SenSOlnsss iid Sic daa ens the LE Nala aan Gary a eae 4 Data Acquisition GateWdY 0 ccc cence en 6 Gateway Activation and Site Creation 0 cece ences 6 Gateway Installation Guidelines 00 0 0 ccc ccc eee 7 LOCOHONPIEDORGUON cs c pe er ac ora tpa Sed o Societas 7 POWER cu eve up ee RE MEAM Sales sales Pea v SS IMEEM 7 Antenhda3s ouf E nb brpuenue pup HE P Pes 7 Locatiomand Mounting Et RPM rM EM Ip 7 bear Panel LEDS uo o ces eee TEA uds cont T 8 Accessing Gateway Configuration Menu 2 cece eee ee eee 9 Using Ethernet Port to Access Configuration Menu 9 Using RS 232 Port to Access Configuration Menu 12 Connecting the Ga
11. We GE Sensing 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica MA 01821 declare under our sole responsibility that the Protimeter HygroTrac Monitoring System to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards For US and Canada Models Only e FCC Part 15 This Product Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID RY20002 This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules for the United States Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the
12. cont Note fno DHCP server is found the gateway will default to an auto assigned IP address of 169 254 1 1 and will continue to try to get a DHCP assigned address as well 2 Testing the LAN connection If the Status LED lights up the LAN connection is working If the Status LED does not light up the LAN connection is not working see Troubleshooting on page 24 Connecting Gateway Using Proxy Servers Some networks especially large corporate networks block users from direct access to the Internet Instead users must access the Internet through a proxy server The gateway can operate with proxy servers you must set the gateway s Remote Server IP to the IP address of the network s proxy server If you do not know the proxy server IP address contact your network administrator To set your gateway back for use in a standard i e no proxy server network environment set the Remote Server IP to 12 156 76 36 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 17 Connecting Gateway Using a Modem You must have a working dialup account in order to use the modem 1 Connecting Gateway to Phone Jack Connect the gateway to an active analog telephone jack using the supplied RJ 11 phone cable or a similar phone cable as shown below Residential phone lines are typically analog while office lines are digital In an office you should use a phone line that can support a fax modem Note The modem interface is surge protected by a
13. e gateway configuration menu also has a configuration option to allow you to specify a Modem Custom AT command string Rarely used this string permits operating the modem outside of North America 4 Testing Your Modem Connection First power up the gateway If the LAN cable is disconnected or if you have manually configured the gateway to the Use MODEM Connection option the gateway will always attempt to dial up the configured ISP such that you can get immediate confirmation at the time of installation that the modem connection is working If the Status LED lights up and you must watch it carefully as in most cases it will only stay on for a few seconds the modem connection is working See the section Troubleshooting page 24 if you do not see the Status LED go on Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 19 Secure Digital SD Card The preferred mode of Protimeter HygroTrac operation is through one of the direct Internet connections Direct connection permits immediate access to any automated warnings that may be generated by the system However anytime an Internet connection is not active the gateway will store data to either the internal flash memory or the optional Secure Digital SD Card if it is present You can then upload this data to the HygroTrac web site by bringing the gateway to a location that can provide access to your Internet account To set up your HygroTrac system with an SD card 1 Purchase a
14. ed sensor locations Power The gateway requires 3 3 VDC provided by the supplied AC adapter Connect the adapter to an AC power source and plug the jack into the 3 3VDC receptacle on the gateway rear panel When power is active the PWR LED will be on Antenna The antenna supplied with your gateway connects to the Antenna connector on the gateway rear panel It should be screwed on finger tight The antenna is designed to swivel in all directions and must be pointed skyward or vertically oriented for best wireless performance Location and Mounting The gateway can either be wall mounted using the built in teardrop shaped mounting holes on the bottom of the case screws not supplied or it can be placed on any horizontal surface In either case be sure the antenna is pointed skyward For best system wireless coverage locate the gateway central to where the sensors are to be installed Do not locate the gateway close to large metal obstructions such as filing cabinets or refrigerators Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 7 Rear Panel LEDs The gateway rear panel shown in Figure 3 below contains several LEDs which provide useful information on the status of the gateway Figure 3 Data Acquisition Gateway Rear Panel LED Detail The LEDs indicate the following information Wireless TX LED consistent rapid flashing indicates normal transmitter operation e RX LED flashes briefly wh
15. etwork connections on your laptop PC except for the LAN connection and then reboot your PC so that the LAN connection will use an Auto Assigned IP Address 2 Connect the gateway to your laptop or PC using supplied Ethernet cable 3 Apply power to the gateway and verify that the LAN Link LED is lit and or flashes Note f the LAN Link LED does not go on and or flash you will need to use an Ethernet crossover adapter or an Ethernet Hub 4 Wait for 30 seconds while the PC assigns itself an Auto IP address 5 On your PC verify that it has assigned itself the correct Auto IP address using Start gt Run to execute the command cmd K ipconfig as shown below Click OK Type the name of program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows wil open it for you OK Cancel Browse Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 9 Data Acquisition Gateway cont 6 The windows IP configuration window will open Note that any 169 254 xxx xxx address is acceptable and your address need not exactly match the address shown below ct C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe indows IP Configuration Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection Connection specific DNS Suffix Autoconf iguration IP Address 169 254 53 199 Subnet Mask 255 255 0 8 Default Gateway 7 On your PC connect to the gateway configuration menu using Start gt Run to execute the command telnet 169 254 1 1 9999 and click OK as sh
16. form the following functions Name the individual sensors to indicate their locations View and graph near live data View dewpoint GPP temperature RH and WME data Set alarms and thresholds that automatically send e mails or mobile phone text messages Produce automatically generated reports Set up multiple users with different access levels Download data in a text file format for importing into spreadsheet and other applications Set multiple users with different access levels Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 23 Troubleshooting Table 2 covers possible problems and their solutions Table 2 Troubleshooting the LAN Ethernet Connection Cause Solution LAN Link LED is on but Status LED never goes on The LAN connection that the Gateway is using does not have Internet access because Internet con nection is down or does not exist Verify the LAN port you are using can access the Internet The LAN connection that the Gateway is using does not have direct Internet access because network uses a proxy server See page 17 on operating with a proxy server LAN Link LED does not go on The LAN Ethernet port you are using is not active Make sure the Ethernet jack you are using is active check with another computer or laptop The Ethernet cable is not plugged in Check the Ethernet cable connec tions and make sure they click when the plugs are
17. ile the gateway is receiving data over the wireless link The activity of this LED depends on the number of sensors in your system and the sensor reporting interval Status LED lit when gateway is communicating normally with the OmniSense Database Server or ODS Modem Link LED flashes to indicate modem is attempting to dial out steady light indicates modem is connected to far side modem Act LED when lit indicates gateway has successfully logged in to your ISP flashes to indicate sending and receiving of packets LAN e Speed LED always off indicating 10 Mb s link speed Link LED Ethernet link is active flashes to indicate transmission or receipt of packets e PWR when lit indicates power is on Page 8 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Accessing Gateway Configuration Menu Note For LAN connections no configuration changes are usually necessary For modem connections ISP login password and phone number are necessary To change the gateway configuration users must enter the configuration menu You can access this menu via either the Ethernet port connection or the RS 232 port connection using a standard RS232 serial port cable with DB 9 connectors not supplied Either connection provides access to the same menu settings Using Ethernet Port to Access Configuration Menu Use the following steps to access the configuration menu via the LAN connection 1 Disable and disconnect ALL n
18. ire a different plug please contact GE Sensing for assistance IMPORTANT See the Declaration of Conformity at the end of this manual for HygroTrac certification information Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 3 Wireless Sensors A photograph of a HygroTrac wireless sensor appears at the right To install your wireless sensors complete the following steps 1 To help determine the best locations for the sensors use a standard moisture meter such as the Protimeter SurveyMaster to establish the existing moisture conditions within the building 2 Select up to 600 sensor locations that are within 150 ft 46 m of the planned location of the data acquisition gateway Note The maximum sensor transmission distance varies with the building construction materials Also if more than 600 sensors are required additional gateways will be needed You may also need additional gateways if your sensors are out of the sensor RF transmission range due to distance or building construction materials Caution If it becomes necessary to replace a sensor battery use only a LISUN ER14505 lithium battery and be sure to install it with the correct polarity Use of any other battery or installation of the battery with the incorrect polarity will void your sensor warranty 3 When mounting the sensors observe the following precautions a If you use a powered screwdriver be careful not to overtighten the screws The sc
19. lls and interference from other electronic equipment RH Temperature Sensor Range 0 to 100 non condensing Accuracy 10 to 90 2 5 Temperature Range 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C Temperature Accuracy 1 F 0 5 C at 77 F 25 C Battery Life 15 years nominal when reporting hourly Moisture Sensor Resistance pin type Range 8 to 40 Accuracy 1 in wood 10 to 25 subject to adjustments for species and temperature Calibration Temperature 68 F 20 C Page 26 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Data Acquisition Gateway Maximum Inputs 600 sensors Data Transmission to secure Internet via 10 Mb s Ethernet output or dial on demand telephone modem Onboard Data Storage approximately 1 year of data with 10 sensors each reporting hourly Additional Data Storage up to 2 GB on SD card not supplied Size Ix w x h 7 5 x 4 9 x 1 6 in 190 x 125 x 40 mm Weight 10 8 oz 305 g Power Input 3 3 VDC external power supply included Certification See the Declaration of Conformity at the end of this manual The information contained in this manual is given in good faith As the method of use of the instrument and its accessories and the interpretation of the readings are beyond the control of the manufacturers they cannot accept responsibility for any loss consequential or otherwise resulting from its use Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 27 GE DECLARATION Sensing OF CONFORMITY
20. n SD card from a local supplier Note A 26 MB SD card will support 10 sensors reporting every five minutes for 728 days 2 Usea computer with an SD card reader to format the new SD card with an MS Windows FAT file system 3 Insert the SD card into the slot on the back of the data acquisition gateway see below Caution Use only the GE Sensing power supply provided with your HygroTrac kit The use of non factory power supplies may damage the equipment and will void your warranty 4 Connect one end of the power supply to your data acquisition gateway see the photograph on the previous page and plug the other end into a suitable AC outlet As the gateway does not have an ON OFF switch connection and plugging in will immediately power up the gateway Page 20 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Secure Digital SD Card cont 5 To upload your SD card data to the HygroTrac web site bring the gateway to a location where a connection to your Ethernet dial up Internet account can be made Upload time depends on the amount of data but typically takes a few minutes Note 7he gateway includes onboard flash data storage that is sufficient for one year of data with ten sensors each reporting every hour To upload data from the internal flash storage use Step 5 above GE Sensing recommends the use of an SD Card only if your data storage needs exceed the capacity of the onboard flash storage Protimeter HygroTrac Instr
21. ne Cable RJ 11 Instruction Manual Additional sensors BLD9050 and gateways BLD9010 are available For European use append EU to the part numbers Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 1 System Components cont 2 Hygrotrac Protimeter Data Acquisition Gateway Figure 1 BLD9000 Kit Page 2 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual HygroTrac Applications Permanent Installations The Protimeter HygroTrac system provides warnings of potential moisture related problems that can lead to property damage or health risks This makes it ideal for locations such as heritage and historic buildings museums food storage apartment buildings Temporary Installations The Protimeter HygroTrac system can be used in restoration projects to reduce costly regular visits to take moisture and humidity measurements when drying a building after water damage HygroTrac may be used to automatically produce detailed professional reports e get output readings from dehumidifiers provide early warnings of targets reached and potential problems through e mail alerts and cellular text messages Installation A complete installation of your Protimeter HygroTrac system includes the wireless sensors the data acquisition gateway and website access IMPORTANT The external power supply included in your HygroTrac BLD9000 kit is fitted with an AC plug suitable for the country of destination If you requ
22. ng lt gt dialup time interval in minutes 72 gt dialup retries 2 gt LAN connection N gt MODEM connect ion lt N gt Auto Detect Connection lt Y gt exit and discard changes save changes to FLASH and reboot enter selection 9 You can then modify individual settings by selecting the desired menu item Note Be sure to save your changes saving changes forces a reboot which will disconnect your telnet session from the gateway Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 11 Using RS 232 Port to Access Configuration Menu Complete the following steps to access the configuration menu via the RS 232 port connection IMPORTANT Be sure the gateway is unplugged from the power source 1 Connect the gateway RS 232 port to your PC s serial COM port usually but not always designated COM1 using a serial cable not supplied 2 On your PC start a HyperTerminal window shown below using Start gt Run to execute the command hypertrm Click OK Type the name of a program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it For you Open Cancel Browse 3 Atthe prompt enter a name see below for the new connection and click OK Connection Description AP New Connection Enter a name and choose an icon for the connection Name gateway console Page 12 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Using RS 232 Port to Access Configuration Menu cont 4 You will then be prompted
23. own below Type the name of a program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it For you Open elnet 169 254 1 1 9999 v You should see a new window similar to the one shown below c Telnet 192 168 2 107 elcome to the GE Sensing MM US Gateway or product support please vis www gehygrotrac com IF duct t pl it h t dio f Firmware Revision 0113 Oct 5 2086 15 23 34 irmware Revision 8126 Radio 10 17 2006 17 28 51 GMT Press space bar for setup menu at any time Page 10 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Data Acquisition Gateway cont Note Jf this command fails then it is likely your PC is not using an auto assigned IP address Make sure you that have followed the instructions in step 1 8 Press the space bar to access the configuration menu as well as to view the current gateway settings You should see the menu shown below ci Telnet 192 168 2 107 Radio Firmware Revision 6126 Radio Configuration Revision 8818 ateway ID 8C968884 AC 880 16 F1 88 88 81 90 17 2006 17 28 51 GMT Press space bar for setup menu at any time Setup Menu ca S LAN static IPCBBB 888 8080 000 LAN default gateway IPCBBB 888 000 000 LAN subnet maskC888 0888 000 000 Remote Server IP 812 843 214 176 Wireless Network fiddress 12345678 dialup number 2662122 gt dialup username lt choogenboon earthlink net gt dialup password lt chatham gt MODEM custom AT command stri
24. rews should be just tight enough to ensure good contact between the material and the sensor b Avoid placing sensors in locations where they could be stepped on or in locations where they might interfere with working machinery c Do not mount sensors in areas where water could enter the electronic components Page 4 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Wireless Sensors cont 4 Fix each HygroTrac wireless sensor at its chosen location using two of the supplied conductive mounting screws As the mounting screws are also the terminals for the moisture sensor the HygroTrac moisture reading is taken at the depth of the screw in the material For measurements deeper in the material you can substitute longer screws obtained from a local supplier However the screws must be made from stainless steel The photograph at the right shows a sensor mounted to the wall above a doorway IMPORTANT You must be sure to use a spring washer with each mounting screw to maintain the integrity of the connection as the material expands and contracts with moisture changes 5 Record the D number and location of all installed sensors The sensors have bar coded ID numbers for use with bar code readers when installing large numbers of sensors see photograph on previous page Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Page 5 Data Acquisition Gateway To install your Data Acquisition Gateway refer to Figure 2 below and proceed to the
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26. uction Manual Page 21 Operation As soon as the Protimeter HygroTrac system is installed and powered up as described in the previous section it begins collecting data In order to access this data follow the instructions in this section Web Data Service Note Please refer to the GE HygroTrac Web Site User s Manual for detailed information on setting up the web site The HygroTrac data is stored on a dedicated and secure web server To access your data complete the following steps Note There is a monthly fee for the HygroTrac service account 1 Using your existing internet connection go to the following URL www gehygrotrac com GE Sensing _ Remote Sensor Network Wireless Moisttf Monitoring 2 Choose one of the following options a If you already have an account simply log in b If you do not already have an account create a new user account and accept the terms and conditions c View the online Web Site User Guide for any required help 3 Follow the online instructions to view your data Page 22 Protimeter HygroTrac Instruction Manual Viewing the Data After you access your HygroTrac account the following data is available for each data point from each sensor by sensor ID and description Time and date Temperature Relative Humidity Wood Moisture Equivalent WME Grains per Pound GPP or g kg Dewpoint temperature C or F From your HygroTrac account you can per
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