OCEASOFT COB Users Manual

PROFESSIONAL MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGY

Cobalt® 2 Temperature

Monitor

(Internal and External Digital Probes)

Installation guide

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Notices

Safety instructions

IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use this product for protection or as part of automated
emergency system or as for any other application that involves protecting people
and/or property. Customers and users of Oceasoft products are responsible for
making sure that the product is fit for the intended usage. Do not open the product
casing and do not disassemble or modify internal components in any manner.
Oceasoft products do not contain any internal components that require user
intervention or repair. If the device shows signs of improper operation, disconnect it
immediately from its power source and contact Oceasoft technical services.

Battery warning

This product contains a lithium battery. Make sure you respect polarity
(+/-) when inserting batteries into OCEASOFT devices. Reversing
polarity by inserting the batteries incorrectly can cause the product to
heat up, and may lead to a battery liquid leak. Use only batteries
recommended by OCEASOFT. Do not change battery types, such as

or even different types of batteries of the same brand. Incorrect batteries may cause
the device to heat up, and may result in a fire or battery liquid leakage. Never dispose
of batteries in fire. Do not charge regular batteries that are not specifically
rechargeable. When batteries are low, or in case the battery-operated device in
question remains unused for a lengthy period of time, remove the batteries from the
device in order to avoid any risk of battery liquid leakage. Never leave batteries within
the reach of children. In case of a battery leak, avoid all contact with the liquid present
on the batteries. Rinse with clear water immediately in case the battery liquid comes
into contact with the eyes, mouth or skin. Contact a doctor or emergency service
immediately. Battery liquid is corrosive and can damage vision, or cause blindness or
chemical burns.

such as alkaline and magnesium, or use batteries of different brands,

FCC statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation:
FCC Part 15 §107 - §109 - §207 - §247 (Ed 2008).

Conformity with European regulations

This product has been tested by Oceasoft S.A.. The “CE” mark on
this device indicates compliance under the Radio Equipment and
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. The
following standards were applied for the evaluation of compliance with

v2.1.2 (2007-06); Safety: EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009

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this directive: EMC: EN 301 489-3 v1.4.1 (02); Radio: EN 300 222-2

WEEE compliance

This wireless device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE Directive).

Environmental protection

Please respect local regulations concerning disposal of packaging, unused wireless
devices and their accessories, and promote their recycling.

RoHS compliance

The wireless device is in compliance with the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive 2002/95/EC
(RoHS Directive).. Do not dispose of this product with household trash. Oceasoft
recycles this product under certain conditions. Please contact us for more information.

Disclaimer and limitation of liability

Oceasoft assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may
arise through the use of this product. This document is non-contractual and subject to
change without notice.

© 2010 Oceasoft, S.A.. All rights reserved. Oceasoft, the Oceasoft logo, Cobalt,
ThermoServer and ThermoClient are the exclusive property of Oceasoft. All other
brands mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

January, 2010 Ref: ING-ENR-100119-03-MMA

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Table of contents

Notices .............................................................................. 3

Table of contents ............................................................. 5

Introduction ...................................................................... 6

Pre-requisites ................................................................. 6

Package contents ........................................................... 6

Product overview ............................................................ 7

What is a Cobalt 2 temperature module?........................ 7

Installation procedure...................................................... 9

Before you begin ............................................................ 9

Placing external probe and Cobalt 2 module ................ 11

Activation and automatic wireless configuration............ 12

Software configuration .................................................. 13

Testing the connection ................................ ................. 13

Basic module configuration .......................................... 14

Additional configuration ................................................ 16

Appendix ................................ ................................ ........ 17

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 17

Specifications ............................................................... 18

Contact information ...................................................... 18

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Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for choosing the Oceasoft Cobalt 2
wireless temperature monitor. This document covers Cobalt 2 modules
with either internal or external probes.

This Installation Guide describes how to get your new Cobalt 2 module
up and running. Detailed configuration instructions and software settings
are provided in the complete Cobalt 2 User Guide provided with your
product.

Pre-requisites

For the purposes of this Installation guide, we assume that:

ThermoClient/ThermoServer software is installed and

configured on your computer, and that you have appropriate
access rights to configure devices.

A Cobalt receiver is installed on your computer or network.

Please see the relevant product manuals for details on installing Cobalt
receivers and ThermoServer/ThermoClient software.

Package contents

Cobalt 2 wireless monitoring module with battery
Internal or external temperature probe

o Digital Temperature Internal Modules (+10° to +50°C)

Ambient temperature measurement

o Digital Temperature External Modules (-40° to +80°C)

Freezers, refrigerators, and cold rooms

o Digital Temperature External Modules (-40° to +120°C)

Ovens, incubators, and water baths

Cobalt mounting kit with plastic holder, magnet, screws and

Velcro®

For modules with external probe only:

o Flat cable (-40°C to +80°C)
o Sensor mounting kit with 2 wire-ties and 4 plastic

holders with adhesive backing

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