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Obvius A7801 User Manual

AcquiLite – Data Acquisition Server
Obvius, LLC
Installation and Operation Manual
Model A7801
Date Jun 21, 2010
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Product Application Limitation
Obvius products are not intended for use in critical applications such as nuclear facilities, human implantable devices or life support. Obvius is not liable, in whole or in part, for any claims or damages arising from such uses.
Obvius strongly believes in continuous improvement, therefore we must reserve the right to change specifications and product offerings without notice. Where possible, we will substitute products with equivalent functionality when necessary.
NOTICE
● This product is not intended for life safety applications.
● Do not install this product in hazardous or classified locations.
● The installer is responsible for conformance to all applicable codes.
FCC Part 15 Information
Note: This equipment has been tested by the manufacturer and found to comply with the limits of a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Modifications of this product without the express authorization of Obvius nullify this statement.
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Table of Contents
Overview......................................................................................................................................................................................4
Installation Checklist...................................................................................................................................................................4
Hardware Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................5
A7801 Features and Specifications........................................................................................................................................5
Electrical Connections...........................................................................................................................................................6
Hardware Installation.............................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Network Configuration......................................................................................................................................................7
Laptop/Computer Setup.........................................................................................................................................................8
AcquiLite Administration Overview............................................................................................................................................9
Security......................................................................................................................................................................................10
Logger........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Pulse Inputs - Status.............................................................................................................................................................11
Pulse Input ...........................................................................................................................................................................13
Pulse Input Rate configuration.............................................................................................................................................13
Pulse Grouping ..............................................................................................................................................................14
Logger Setup........................................................................................................................................................................14
Networking................................................................................................................................................................................15
Network Status.....................................................................................................................................................................15
Ethernet setup.......................................................................................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting Ethernet Problems.....................................................................................................................................16
Modem Setup.......................................................................................................................................................................16
Modem PPP Dialout............................................................................................................................................................16
Example Dialout to an ISP or RAS......................................................................................................................................16
Modem PPP Dialin...............................................................................................................................................................17
Example Dialin from a Win98/ME computer......................................................................................................................17
Example Dialin from a WinXP computer............................................................................................................................18
System Options..........................................................................................................................................................................19
Status....................................................................................................................................................................................19
Processes..............................................................................................................................................................................19
Date and Time......................................................................................................................................................................19
Universal Time Is Your Friend.......................................................................................................................................20
System logs..........................................................................................................................................................................20
Diagnostics ...............................................................................................................................................................................21
Connection Test...................................................................................................................................................................21
LCD Console.............................................................................................................................................................................21
Log File Data.............................................................................................................................................................................23
Log File Status.....................................................................................................................................................................23
Log File Format....................................................................................................................................................................23
Log Storage Capacity...........................................................................................................................................................24
Uploading data to the BMO website....................................................................................................................................24
Retrieving Data From the AcquiLite........................................................................................................................................25
HTTP Direct from the AcquiLite.........................................................................................................................................25
HTTP/Post Upload To Building Manager Online...............................................................................................................25
HTTP/Post Upload To Your Database Server.....................................................................................................................25
Enertrax download direct from the AcquiSuite....................................................................................................................25
Removing Data From the AcquiLite....................................................................................................................................25
Linking to AcquiLite Device Status Pages...........................................................................................................................26
Firmware Update.......................................................................................................................................................................26
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Overview
The AcquiLite™ data acquisition system is designed to allow owners and managers of commercial and industrial facilities with a cost-effective means of gathering crucial information in a timely manner. To meet these requirements, the AcquiLite™ system provides the installer with all the tools necessary to install and configure the hardware and software with a minimum of time and investment.
Installation Checklist
An AcquiLite™ system installation has the following components:
Required hardware
● AcquiLite™ A7801-1 Data Acquisition Server (required)
● Data connection (ethernet or phone line).
● Ethernet Cat 5 cable (required for connection to existing Local Area Network); or
● Ethernet Cat 5 Crossover cable (required for direct laptop-to-AcquiLite connection); or
● Phone line and cord (required for modem connection)
External hardware
● Pulse output transducers for measuring gas, electricity, water, etc. from existing meters and sensors. Make sure to
obtain the pulse output scale, or multiplier for each device you will be using.
Next, choose one or more of the following connection methods.
For LAN installations only:
● Ethernet 10Mbit half-duplex connection point (hub or switch)
● IP, Netmask, gateway, and DNS addresses (check with system administrator)
● HTTP Proxy address (optional), may be required if the AcquiLite is behind a firewall (check with system
administrator)
For dialout installations only: (AcquiLite initiates a phone call to your ISP or modem server)
● Phone line with dialtone. May be shared with other devices such as a fax machine.
● Phone cord for connection to phone system
● Dial out access prefixes, and long distance access code if required. (ie, dial 9 for local line)
● Internet dialup account or Modem Server phone number (check with ISP)
● Time to dial. If phone line is shared, choose a time of day when other devices are not in use, such as 4am.
● A regular telephone for line testing and diagnostics
For dialin installations only: (AcquiLite receives/answers a phone call from your computer)
● Phone line with dialtone. Must be NOT shared with other devices. (or use appropriate line sharing device)
● Phone cord for connection to phone system.
● Telephone number for the phone line that the AcquiLite will be attached to. (so you can call the AcquiLite)
● Make note of the AcquiLite dialin IP/Netmask for future use.
● A regular telephone for line testing and diagnostics
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Hardware Overview
A7801 Features and Specifications
Processor R2000 - 8bit embedded cpu, 22Mhz. Memory 512K flash, 512k sram. LED 4x pulse input, 4x modem activity, power, alive, Ethernet link/act Console 2 x 16 LCD (passive), two pushbuttons LAN 10base-T Ethernet, half duplex Modem V.34 bis, 33,600 bps Protocols TCP/IP, PPP, HTTP/HTML, NTP Power Supply 9-12VDC, 500mA, class 2 wall brick transformer.
North America: 110-120VAC, 60hz, primary. (standard, included)
Interval Recording User selectable 1-60 minutes. Default 15 minute interval
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Inputs
Pulse Inputs 4 pulse count inputs intended for use with dry contact outputs. (consumption/rate/runtime/status)
Standard and KYZ modes for form A and C relay outputs Maximum rate: 10hz, minimum pulse width 50ms
Contact closure threshold: 600Ω
Utility sync input 1x input intended for use with dry contact output. Environmental North America: Indoor, temperature 0º - 50ºc, 0 - 95% humidity, non-condensing. Size 8” x 9.25” x 2.5”
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inputs are intended for low voltage class 2 outputs.
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if the product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacture, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
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Electrical Connections
Hardware Installation
Step 1 - Unpack materials: Remove all materials from shipping box and verify all required components are available
Step 2 - Mount the AcquiLite on the wall or other appropriate location.
Step 3 - Connect the pulse output devices. For KYZ pulse output meters, attach the normally-open circuit to the
AcquiLite. These are usually the K and Z terminals. Note: if the meter is a true KYZ meter (form C) you must check the kyz checkbox in the pulse input configuration page. Please refer to the pulse input section of this document for further details.
A special Sync Input contact closure input is provided for "End of demand interval" signal from the utility or other source. When this contact is closed, the AcquiLite will immediately begin a log cycle and record data for each meter. Using this pulse input will override the log cycle period option in the logger/setup configuration page. The terminal block and LED are labeled "Sync Input" in the electrical connections illustration above. The Sync Input status LED will blink whenever a contact closure is detected on this input.
Step 4 - Power-up and diagnostics: After power is applied, the green power light on the AcquiLite should come on and the LCD display will display a series of diagnostic screens ending with the following message on the LCD display (this boot sequence may require up to 10 seconds to complete):
AcquiLite Ready
192.168.40.44
This indicates that the AcquiLite has loaded properly and is ready for configuration and connection to the network and sensors. If the “power” light does not come on or the LCD display does not cycle to the above screen, verify that the power cord is plugged in. If after cycling the power the unit still does not power up (or if an error message appears in the LCD display) contact technical support.
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The Alive LED should blink once per second during normal operation. Contact closure on pulse inputs will cause the red pulse status LEDs to blink. Verify each pulse input is functioning properly by observing the pulse status LEDs.
● Alive: The alive LED indicates the system is operating correctly.
● Modem TR: the modem is being monitored or operated by the AcquiLite, off when the modem is idle. This LED
will be on when a dialout call is in progress, or when dialin is enabled and waiting for an inbound call.
● Modem CD: the modem has a carrier connection to a remote system.
● Modem TX/RX: data is being sent or received on the modem.
● Ethernet Link: The ethernet port is connected to another device such as an ethernet hub, or a computer with a
crossover cable.
● Ethernet Activity: This yellow LED blinks when network packets are sent or received via the Ethernet port.
● Pulse 1-4: pulse input status, LED is on when contacts are closed.
Step 5 - If all devices are connected properly, it is now time to connect the server to the network or phone line for remote reporting and configuration.
Note: For normal operation, the program Jumper must be positioned to the right. (away from the Programming Connector). The programming connector is a standard DB9 RS232 serial port, and is only used to update the firmware in the AcquiLite. Please refer to the Firmware Update section of this manual for further information.
Basic Network Configuration
Step 1 - Determine the IP addressing needs: The IP address of the AcquiLite™ server can be implemented using one of three methods. Check with the network administrator to determine which method applies. For phone installations, use "direct connection to laptop" to allow initial configuration.
● Static IP address - this is a fixed IP address which is assigned by a network administrator and “hard-coded” into the
AcquiLite; or
● Direct connection between the AcquiLite and a single temporary computer such as a laptop. (primary connection
will be dialin or dialout by modem)
You will need the following information from your network administrator: The addresses will be in the form of “###.###.###.###”), where “#” refers to the numbers 0 to 9.
Network Address Worksheet:
Static IP Address Direct Connection to Laptop
IP address: ___.___.___.___ Netmask: ___.___.___.___ Gateway: ___.___.___.___ DNS server: ___.___.___.___ DNS server: ___.___.___.___ HTTP Proxy _____________ proxy server port: ______
IP Address: 192.168.40.44 Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Gatway: 192.168.40.1 DNS: 70.99.203.62 HTTP Proxy: [blank]
(factory default settings)
Step 2 - Configure the IP address as selected from the table above. For Direct Connection to Laptop, the address settings above are set as the factory default, and you may be able to skip to the "Laptop/Computer Setup" section if the factory default settings are present.
To begin configuration, make sure that the server displays the start screen:
AcquiLite Ready
192.168.40.44
If this screen does not appear on the LCD display, press and hold the menu (top) button on the server for several seconds and the message should appear.
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To change the IP address to the static address assigned by the network administrator, do the following:
A. Press the menu (top) button once to get the TCP/IP configuration menu
[Main Menu] TCP/IP Config
B. Press the select (bottom) button once to get the IP config menu:
[TCP/IP Config] IP Address
C. Press the select button again to see the IP address menu:
[IP Address]
192.168.40.44
D. At this point, the cursor on the display will be blinking on the first number in the IP address on the second line.
E. To change the number, press the menu (top) button and the display will cycle through the digits 0-9 as well as “.”. Once the correct digit is displayed, press the select (lower) button to advance to the next digit and repeat the process until all the digits are correct.
F. Once the IP address on the server matches the assigned IP address, press the select (bottom) button once more to return to the main TCP/IP menu.
Step 3 - Set the Netmask, gateway, and DNS server address as noted in the chart "Network Address Worksheet" shown above by repeating steps A-E. The only change is that after Step B, press the menu (top) button multiple times to see the netmask setup menu, then push the select button to set the option.
Step 4 - After the address information has been set, the changes take effect immediately.
Laptop/Computer Setup
Step 1 - You must have a computer to access and configure the AcquiLite. This computer must have an ethernet connection (on the LAN or by direct connection) and must have a web browser installed such as Internet Explorer or Netscape.
Note: If your building already has an existing LAN that the AcquiLite is attached to, you can use that existing computer on that LAN. Check with your network administrator for details. If this option is available, use that computer and skip to step 10 below.
The remainder of this section will assume the installer has brought a laptop to the site, and will connect the laptop to the building LAN, or directly to the AcquiLite. Attach the laptop to the AcquiLite or LAN as shown in figure 6, Ethernet hookup.
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Step 2 - Attach the Laptop to the AcquiLite or to the LAN. If the Laptop is to be attached to an existing LAN, use a standard (direct) ethernet patch cable. If the Laptop is to be attached directly to the AcquiLite as shown in the second figure, use an ethernet "Crossover" cable.
If the Laptop is to be attached to an existing LAN, obtain a static IP address (or use DHCP addressing) from the network administrator.
Static IP Address for the laptop DHCP Direct Connection to Laptop
Specify an IP address IP address: ___.___.___.___ Netmask: ___.___.___.___
Step 3 - Configure the laptop IP address using the following steps. Note: Only MS Windows is detailed below, however you can use any OS/Browser you wish such as MacOS or Linux. Details on network setup for non-windows operating systems is beyond the scope of this document however.
A. From the Windows start menu, select the "Settings/Control Panel" option. Double click the network icon in the
displayed window. Note: If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP, select the 'Local Area' connection icon in the network folder, then click the "Properties" button.
B. In the network setup dialog, there should be a list of items including adapters, clients and protocols. Locate the
protocol labeled "TCP/IP". Note: If you have multiple ethernet cards, you may have multiple lines labeled "TCP/IP --> ethernet card". Locate the ethernet card that corresponds to the physical connection to the AcquiLite and then select the TCP/IP option that is linked with that ethernet card.
Obtain an IP address automatically. (All other required settings are assigned by the DHCP server)
IP Address: 192.168.40.1 Netmask: 255.255.255.0
(AcquiLite factory default settings)
C. Double click the TCP/IP option you selected in step B above. An example is shown in figure 8 above. Set the IP
and Netmask from figure 7 (laptop network address worksheet) above. It would be helpful to make note of your previous settings in this dialog so you may set them back after you are done with the AcquiLite Configuration.
D. Close the TCP/IP settings dialog, and Network dialog. If you are using Windows 95, 98, or ME, you will be
required to reboot your computer.
AcquiLite Administration Overview
The AcquiLite should now be available on the local area network for you to access using a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape.
Step 1 - Use your web browser to connect to the AcquiLite by entering
http://192.168.40.44/setup/ Where 192.168.40.44 is the IP address displayed on the on the AcquiLite LCD display.
Step 2 - When prompted, use the following default login information
Login: admin Password: admin
Step 3 - Your web browser should now display the AcquiLite configuration menu. To the left, a list of configuration options are available. On the right, a specific configuration page will be shown. The first page is a welcome message with some system status information. Proceed with the configuration of the AcquiLite using your web browser.
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