Omega UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC1-NEMA User Manual

UWTC-1/UWRTD-1 have been obsoleted.
Please use the UWTC-2/UWRTD-2 for the substitute.

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Table of Contents

Section Page

Section 1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Precautions ................................................................................................ 1-1

1.2 Safety Warnings and IEC Symbols ...................................................... 1-1

1.3 Product Labeling ...................................................................................... 1-2

1.4 Statement on FCC and CE Marking .................................................... 1-4

1.5 General Description & System Components ..................................... 1-4

Section 2 Hardware ............................................................................................. 2-1

2.1 Package Inspection .................................................................................. 2-1

2.2 Included Items .......................................................................................... 2-1

Section 3 Software ............................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 Getting Started ......................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 Software Download and Installation ................................................... 3-1

3.3 USB Driver Installation ........................................................................... 3-4

3.4 UWTC Universal Wireless End Device Configuration Wizard ...... 3-6

3.5 TC-Central Measurement and Recording Program ......................... 3-6

3.6 Charting Tab ........................................................................................... 3-10

3.7 Charting Options ................................................................................... 3-12

3.8 Data Logging Tab .................................................................................. 3-14

3.9 Menu Tabs .............................................................................................. 3-15

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Section 4 Transmitter/Connector Operation ................................................... 4-1

4.1 Setup and Configuration ........................................................................ 4-2

4.2 Mounting, Installation and Antenna Connection ............................. 4-9

4.3 Thermocouple Connections ................................................................ 4-11

4.4 RTD Connection .................................................................................... 4-12

4.5 Battery Installation or Replacement ................................................... 4-12

Section 5 Receiver Operation ............................................................................ 5-1

5.1 Connecting Your Receiver To Your PC ............................................... 5-7

5.2 Mounting, Installation, and Antenna Connection .......................... 5-11

Section 6 System Operation ............................................................................... 6-1

6.1 Introduction .............................................................................................. 6-1

6.2 RF Communication Basics .................................................................... .6-1

6.3 Basic System Overview ........................................................................... 6-1

6.4 Connector/Transmitter Operation ....................................................... 6-2

6.5 Receiver Operation .................................................................................. 6-3

6.6 Environment/Operating Conditions .................................................... 6-4

6.7 Determining and Maximizing Range .................................................. 6-5

6.8 Antenna Basics ......................................................................................... 6-7

6.9 Antenna Placement ................................................................................. 6-7

6.10 Factory Preset Values ............................................................................ 6-8

6.11 Transmit Rate vs. Battery Life ............................................................. 6-8

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Section 7 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 7-1

7.1 Connector/Transmitter Troubleshooting ........................................... 7-1

7.2 Receiver Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 7-1

Section 8 Service and Calibration ..................................................................... 8-1

8.1 Service and Calibration .......................................................................... 8-1

Section 9 Specifications ...................................................................................... 9-1

9.1 Connector/Transmitter Specifications (Thermocouple Versions) . 9-1

9.2 RTD Connector/Transmitter Specifications ....................................... 9-2

9.3 UWTC-REC1/UWTC-REC2 Receiver Specifications ....................... 9-4

9.4 UWTC-REC4 Specifications .................................................................. 9-5

Section 10 Approvals & Regulatory Compliance ........................................ 10-1

10.1 FCC (Domestic Use: USA & Canada) .............................................. 10-1

10.2 International Usage & CE Marking (Pending) ............................... 10-1

10.3 CE Declaration of Conformity (DOC) .............................................. 10-1

10.4 Patent Notice ........................................................................................ 10-2

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Table of Figures

Figure Description Page

Section 1 Introduction

1-1 IEC Symbols ............................................................................................ 1-1

1-2A RTD Connector Front Label ................................................................. 1-2

1-2B TC Connector Front Label .................................................................... 1-2

1-3 Connector Rear Label ............................................................................ 1-2

1-4 Transmitter Front Label

UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2 ...................................... 1-2

1-5A Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2-D ............................................... 1-2

1-5B Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC1 .................................................... 1-2

1-6A Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC1-NEMA ...................................... 1-3

1-6B Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC1-915-NEMA .............................. 1-3

1-6C Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA .............................. 1-3

1-6D Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2 .................................................... 1-3

1-7 System Components .............................................................................. 1-4

Section 3 Software

3-1 Welcome Screen ..................................................................................... 3-1

3-2 Select Install Screen ............................................................................... 3-2

3-3 Confirm Installation Screen ................................................................. 3-2

3-4 License Agreement Screen ................................................................... 3-3

3-5 Installation Complete Screen ............................................................... 3-3

3-6 Welcome To The New Found Hardware Wizard Screen ............... 3-4

3-7 Install Software Automatically Wizard Screen ................................ 3-5

3-8 Completing The New Found Hardware Wizard Screen ................ 3-5

3-9 TC-Central Program Screen ................................................................. 3-6

3-10 Channel Configuration Screen ............................................................ 3-7

3-11 Configuration Channel 1 Screen .......................................................... 3-7

3-12 Channel Display Box Screen ................................................................ 3-8

3-13 Charting Screen .................................................................................... 3-10

3-14 Start Data Logging/Plotting Screen .................................................. 3-10

3-15 Configure Chart Screen ...................................................................... 3-11

3-16 Charting Options Screen .................................................................... 3-12

3-17 Data Logging Screen ............................................................................ 3-14

3-18 File Menu Screen .................................................................................. 3-15

3-19 View Menu Screen ............................................................................... 3-16

3-20 Tools Menu Tab Screen Configuration ............................................ 3-17

3-21 End Device Screen ............................................................................... 3-18

Section 4 Connector Operation

4-1A Thermocouple Connector (UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2) ........................ 4-1

4-1B Thermocouple/RTD Connector

(UWTC-2-NEMA, UWRTD-2-NEMA) ................................................ 4-1

4-2A Thermocouple Version .......................................................................... 4-2

4-2B RTD Version ............................................................................................ 4-2

4-2C Connecting Your Device ....................................................................... 4-2

4-3 Setup Mode ............................................................................................. 4-4

4-4 Launch Setup Utility Program ............................................................. 4-4

4-5 Welcome to End Device Configuration Wizard ............................... 4-5

4-6 Connect to the End Device Screen ..................................................... 4-5

4-7 Setup the End Device Screen ............................................................... 4-6

4-8 Establish a Link Screen ......................................................................... 4-6

4-9 Read Settings Screen ............................................................................. 4-7

4-10 Choose Options Screen ......................................................................... 4-7

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Table of Figures

Figure Description Page

Section 4 Connector Operation Continued

4-11 Send Settings To End Device Screen ................................................. 4-8

4-12A Mounting Bracket Installation UWTC, UWRTD .............................. 4-9

4-12B Mounting Dimensions UWTC-2-NEMA, UWRTD-2-NEMA ....... 4-9

4-13 Fresnel Zone ............................................................................................ 4-9

4-14 Thermocouple Connection ................................................................. 4-11

4-15 Recommended Thermocouple Placement ...................................... 4-11

4-16 RTD Connection ................................................................................... 4-12

4-17 Recommended RTD Placement ........................................................ 4-12

4-18A Battery Replacement UWTC, UWRTD ............................................. 4-12

4-18B Battery Replacement UWTC-2-NEMA, UWRTD-2-NEMA ........ 4-13

4-19 Battery Replacement ............................................................................ 4-14

Section 5 Receiver Operation

5-1 Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC1 .................................................... 5-1

5-2 Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC2 .................................................... 5-1

5-3 Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC2-D ............................................... 5-2

5-4 UWTC-REC2 DB9 Output Cables ....................................................... 5-2

5-5 Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC3 .................................................... 5-3

5-5A Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC1-NEMA,

UWTC-REC1-915-NEMA ..................................................................... 5-3

5-5B Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC2-D-TC-NEMA .......................... 5-4

5-5C Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA ............................. 5-4

5-6 Receiver Operation - UWTC-REC4 .................................................... 5-5

5-7 Power Supply Connection .................................................................... 5-5

5-8 Alarm Output Connections .................................................................. 5-5

5-9 Analog Output Connections ................................................................ 5-5

5-10 4-20 mA Output Example ..................................................................... 5-6

5-11 Voltage Output Example ...................................................................... 5-6

5-12 Alarm Example, System Powered ....................................................... 5-6

5-13A Alarm Example, External Power Supply ........................................... 5-6

5-13B UWTC-REC2 or UWTC-REC2-D Alarm Example ........................... 5-7

5-14 Connecting Your Receiver To Your PC .............................................. 5-7

5-15A RJ45 Connector ....................................................................................... 5-8

5-15B UWTC REC2 Setup Screen ................................................................ 5-10

5-15C UWTC REC4 Setup Screen ................................................................ 5-10

5-16 Mounting ............................................................................................... 5-11

5-17 UWTC-NEMA Mounting ................................................................... 5-12

5-18 Installation ............................................................................................. 5-13

Section 6 System Operation

6-1 Basic System Overview ......................................................................... 6-1

6-2 Connector/Transmitter Button Operation ........................................ 6-2

6-3 Transmit and Low Battery Lights ........................................................ 6-3

6-4 Indicator Lights ....................................................................................... 6-3

6-5 Determining Maximum Range ............................................................ 6-5

6-6 Operation In Buildings .......................................................................... 6-6

6-7 Horizontal Antenna Placement ........................................................... 6-7

6-8 Vertical Antenna Placement ................................................................ 6-8

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Section 1 - Introduction

Please read this manual completely before installing and operating your
wireless connector/transmitter and receiver system. It’s important to read and
follow all notes, cautions, warnings and safety precautions before operating
this device. “End Device” refers to your connector/transmitter or receiver unit.

1.1 Precautions

• This device is not designed for use in any medical or nuclear applications.

• Do not operate this device in flammable or explosive environments.

• Never operate with a power source other than the one recommended in this
manual or listed on product labels.

• This device has been designed for dry, moisture free indoor applications
only.

• Do not operate this device outside of the recommended use outlined in this
manual.

• No co-location with other radio transmitters is allowed. By definition,
co-location is when another radio device or it’s antenna is located within
20 cm of your connector/transmitter and can transmit simultaneously
with your UWTC unit.

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• Never install UWTC connector/transmitters within 20 cm or less from each
other.

• Never install and/or operate your UWTC connector/transmitter closer than
20 cm to nearby persons.

• Never use your UWTC connector/transmitter as a portable device. Your unit
has been designed to be operated in a permanent installation only.

There are no user serviceable parts inside your device. Attempting to repair or
service your unit may void your warranty:

1.2 Safety Warnings and IEC Symbols

This device is marked with international safety and hazard symbols
in accordance with IEC standards. It is important to read and follow
all precautions and instructions in this manual before operating or
commissioning this device as it contains important information relating to
safety and EMC. Failure to follow all safety precautions may result in injury
and or damage to your device. Use of this device in a manner not specified will
void your warranty

IEC symbols Description

NOTE:

Caution, refer to accompanying documentation

EU’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Compliance

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1.3 Product Labeling

1.3.1 Connector Front Labels

PRESS

PRESS

ON/OFF

SETUP

TX

LOW BATT

®

UWRTD

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS RTD CONNECTOR

Figure 1-2A. UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2,

Connector Front Label

1.3.2 Connector Rear Label

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

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; 2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

omega.com

Figure 1-3. Connector Rear Label

(UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2)

1.3.3 Receiver Front Labels

PAT ENTS & PATENTS PENDING

ON/OFF

UWTC

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTOR

MADE IN U.S.A.

F

!

PRESS

SETUP

TX

PRESS

LOW BATT

Figure 1-2B. UWTC-1, UWTC-2,

Connector Front Label

INDUSTRIAL TRANSMITTER

WIRELESS

2.4 GHz

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

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;

2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
Stamford, CT 06907

®

®

!

omega.com

Made in U.S.A.

USB

TX
RX
SB
PWR

UWTC SERIES

ANTENNA

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

PROCESS TEMPERATURE

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

®

2.4 GHz

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
Stamford, CT 06907
omega.com Made in USA

I/O

12–16 Vdc

+

-

Figure 1-5A. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2-D

Figure 1-4. Transmitter Front Label (NEMA)

UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2

USB

TX
RX
SB
PWR

UWTC SERIES

ANTENNA

WIRELESS RF RECEIVER

®

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

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;

2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
Stamford, CT 06907

2.4 GHz

!

omega.com

Figure 1-5B. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC1

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ANTENNA

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

®

USB

2.4 GHz

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

!

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;

2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

®

TX
RX
SB
PWR

Made in USA

Figure 1-6A. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC1-NEMA

ANTENNA

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

®

USB

915 MHz

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

!

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;

2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

®

TX
RX
SB
PWR

Made in USA

Figure 1-6B. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC1-915-NEMA

ANTENNA

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

®

USB

2.4 GHz

PROCESS TEMPERATURE

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

!

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

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;

2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

®

TX
RX
SB
PWR

PWR

Made in USA

12–16 Vdc

-

+

I/O

Figure 1-6C. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA

USB

TX
RX
SB
PWR

UWTC SERIES

ANTENNA

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

®

2.4 GHz

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
Stamford, CT 06907
omega.com Made in USA

I/O

12–16 Vdc

-

Figure 1-6D. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2

+

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1.4 Statement on FCC and CE Marking

1.4.1 FCC Marking

FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO IC #4214A-XBEEPRO

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.

2.) This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

1.4.2 CE Marking

It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMI/
EMC regulations that apply. OMEGA is constantly pursuing certification of
its products to the European New Approach Directives. OMEGA will add
the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certification. For additional
information see Section 10 - Approvals & Regulatory Compliance.

1.5 General Description and System Components

1.5.1 General Description

Your Wireless Thermocouple/RTD Connector Series features stand-alone,
compact, battery powered wireless connectors that transmit their readings
back to a host receiver up to 120 m (400') away. Each thermocouple unit
can be programmed in the field to work as a type J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N or C
calibration connector. Each RTD connector can be programed for a 100 ohm,
2 or 3 wire configuration with a 0.00385 or 0.00392 curve. When activated the
connector will transmit readings continuously at a pre-set time interval that
was programmed by the user during the initial setup. Each unit measures and
transmits: Process Input Reading, Connector Ambient Temperature, RF Signal
Strength and Battery Condition to the host and is displayed on the PC screen
in real-time using the downloadable software. When used with host receiver
UWTC-REC1 data from up to 48 wireless connectors can be received and
displayed. Each unit includes free downloadable software that converts your
PC into a strip chart recorder or data logger so readings can be saved and later
printed or exported to a spread sheet file.

1.5.2 System Components

CONNECTOR/TRANSMITTER

PRESS

SETUP

PRESS

ON/OFF

UWTC

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTOR

TX

LOW BATT

R

RECEIVER

USB

UWTC SERIES

ANTENNA

WIRELESS RF RECEIVER

R

FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO

IC #4214A-XBEEPRO

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions;

1) This device must may not cause harmful interference;

2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

OMEGA ENGINEERING INC. omega.com

Stamford, CT 06907 Made in U.S.A.

2.4 GHz

C

FC

TX
RX

SB

PWR

!

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Figure 1-7. System Components

Section 2 – Hardware

It is important that you read this manual completely and follow all safety
precautions before operating this instrument.

2.1 Package Inspection

Remove the packing list and verify that you have received all your equipment.
If you have any questions about the shipment, please contact our Customer
Service Department. We can be reached on the Internet and via
e-mail. When you receive the shipment, inspect the container and equipment
for any signs of damage. Note any evidence of rough handling in transit.
Immediately report any damage to the shipping agent.

The carrier will not honor any damage claims unless all shipping material is
saved for inspection. After examining and removing contents, save packing
material and carton in the event reshipment is necessary.

2.2 Included Items

NOTE:

Hardware

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The following items are supplied in the box.

With UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWTC-2-NEMA, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2, or UWRTD­2-NEMA Connector/Transmitter:

• 1 Connector/Transmitter w/Antenna

• 1 UWTC Series Quick Start Guide (MQS4432)

• 1 Type-K Thermocouple Sensor (Omega No. SC-GG-K-30-36-PP)
(UWTC-1 and UWTC-2 only)

• 1 Standard (AA) 3.6V Lithium Battery, (Omega No. UWTC-BATT) (for
UWTC-1 & UWRTD-1) or 1 Standard (AA) 3.6V High pulse Lithium
Battery (for UWTC-2 & UWRTD-2) or 1 standard (C) 3.6V Lithium Battery
Assembly (Installed) Omega No. UWTC-BATT-C (for -NB9 or -NEMA
versions).

• 1 Mounting Bracket Kit

• 1 TA4F Mating Connector (UWRTD-1 and UWRTD-2 only)

With UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2, UMTC-REC2-D, UWTC-REC4, UWTC­REC1-NEMA, UWTC-REC1-915-NEMA, UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA Receivers:

• 1 Receiver Device

• 1 Antenna

• 1 UWTC Series Quick Start Manual (MQS4432)

• 1 USB Interface Cable (For NEMA versions, 1 USB NEMA 4X Connector
Cable)

• 4 Rubber Enclosure Feet (Only for UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2,
UWTC-REC2-D, versions)

• I/O Cable (Only for UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA)

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Software

Section 3 – Software

3.1 Getting Started

The following program files are included on the UWTC User Software that
can be downloaded from Omega's website.

• Universal Wireless End Device Configuration Wizard

• TC-Central Measurement and Data Logging Program

3.2 Software Installation

3.2.1 System Requirements

Your PC should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Pentium Class processor

• Hard Drive Space: 210 meg

• Ram: 256 meg or higher

• 1 Available USB Port

• 1 CD-ROM Drive

• Windows 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7 Operating System

• Adobe Acrobat Reader

3.2.2 Software Installation

Download and install the free software that's available for your UWTC Series
receiver. Your system should begin the installation process automatically.
If the software installation does not start automatically please see the
“Troubleshooting” Section 7.

Figure 3-1.
Welcome Screen

This welcome screen should be visible on your computer screen. To continue
with installing the program click the “Next >” button.

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Figure 3-2.
Select Install Screen

From this screen you select the folder were you want the program files
installed on your PC. The default setting will install the software under
your “Program” folders in a new folder named “Omega” To continue with
installing the program click the “Next >” button.

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“Program” folders in a new folder named “Omega” To continue with

installing the program click the “Next >” button.

Figure 3-3.
Confirm Installation
Screen

The setup wizard now has all the information to complete the installation of
the software on your PC. To continue with installing the program click the
“Next >” button.

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Figure 3-4.
License Agreement
Screen

From this screen you must select “Agree” to continue installing your program.
After making your selection click the “Next >” button. The setup wizard will
now install the software.

Figure 3-5.
Installation
Complete
Screen

Congratulations! You have just successfully installed the TC-Central Program
on your PC. To end installing the program and close the setup wizard click the
“Close” Button.

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3.3 USB Driver Installation

To install the USB software drivers that are required for your UWTC system
components to operate correctly follow these procedures.

You need to have the TC-Central User Software that was supplied with your
receiver downloaded on your PC.

1. Connect your UWTC receiver to your computer with the USB cable
provided in the box with your device. You should get a notice box that
indicates that your computer “Has Found New Hardware”

2. Your computer will then launch the Found New Hardware Wizard.
Follow the instructions indicated on the Wizard boxes and the additional
instructions noted in this manual with each box.

NOTE:

NOTE:

Software

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After completing the Found New Hardware Wizard your system will ask that
you repeat this process. This is normal. You should repeat the steps outlined here
twice. After the second driver is installed you should then get the “New Hardware
Ready For Use” notice.

Figure 3-6. Welcome To The Found New Hardware Wizard Screen

From this box you should check the “No, not at this time” button. Then click
the “Next >” button to continue with the driver installation process.

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Figure 3-7. Install Software Automatically Wizard Screen

Next, check the “Install the software automatically” button. Then click the
“Next>” button to continue.

Figure 3-8. Completing The Found New Hardware Wizard Screen

This screen will be displayed to indicate that the software drivers have been
installed. You should click the “Finish” button to complete the process.

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Software

3.4 UWTC Universal Wireless End Device Configuration Wizard

This utility is used to program your connector/transmitter for the following
operating parameters: Thermocouple Type, Channel Number and Sample
Rate. For complete instructions on using this program please see Section 4.

3.5 TC-Central Measurement and Recording Program

To launch the TC-Central program on your PC begin by accessing the
“Programs” list under your “Start Menu” Next, scroll through the list of
program folders to find the “TC-Central” folder. Inside the “TC-Central”
folder click on the “TC-Central” program link. This will start the software
running.

3.5.1 Channels TAB

When TC-Central starts up, the “Channels” tab is displayed. This view allows
you to see temperatures and properties for up to 48 connector/transmitter at
one time by using the scroll bar to the right of the screen.

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Figure 3-9. TC-Central Program Screen

This is a view of the TC-Central Program in operation. You will not have any
blocks receiving data until you have programmed and placed into operation
your connector/transmitters.

3.5.2 Setting up the TC-Central Program

Before you can make wireless measurements with your connector/transmitter
the TC-Central software must be configured properly. The following steps
outline how to setup your program.

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3.5.3 Channel Configuration

Figure 3-10. Channel Configuration Screen

From the “Tools” pull-down menu select “Configure”….”Channel 1” or click
the "Options" button in the channel box you wish to configure. This will open
the program settings table were you can make selections on how you want
your system to operate.

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Figure 3-11. Configuration Channel 1 Screen

Description Field

➀

In the Description Field you can type a reference name that is associated
with the location or process being measured by the connector/transmitter for
address. Example: “Test Chamber 1”

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Address Field

②

Here you must set an address number into this box that corresponds to a
matching Connector/Transmitter unit that you are using in your system. For
the system to work correctly each Connector/Transmitter must have a number
programmed that is different then other units in your system. Click with your
mouse on the “Up” and “Down” buttons to advance to a higher or lower
address number.

Low Alarm/High Alarm

③

When the “High” or “Low” Alarm box is checked the alarm feature becomes
active. Click with your mouse on the “Up” and “Down” buttons to advance
to a higher or lower setting. The displayed temperature reading will change
to RED digits and begin blinking to indicate that the process temperature has
gone below the low alarm or exceeded the high alarm value.

Hide

④

When the “Hide” box is checked the particular box that you are configuring
will become inactive and will not show up on the screen when running the
TC-Central program. This is used to remove unused boxed when less than 12
Connector/Transmitter units are being used.

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Display Timeout

⑤

The Display Timeout setting is used to set how long you want the unit to
continue showing the last reading data when communication between the
Connector/Transmitter and receiver has been lost. Make sure not to set
this value to a time less than the current sample rate programmed into the
Connector/Transmitter or you will never receive and or display any readings.

Process Units

⑥

This drop down allows selection of the engineering units displayed for the
process input. A similar drop down is available for the ambient units.

Offset

⑦

Offset Calibration

Device Dependent Settings

➇

These buttons allow the user to perform additional configuration for specific
end device types.

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Figure 3-12. Channel Display Box Screen

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Thermocouple Sensor Type

①

This box indicates the type of thermocouple sensor that your connector/­transmitter has been programmed to operate with. As a default the
thermocouple color codes have been set to the ANSI color codes. You can
change these to IEC color codes, see section 3.5.2

Reference

②

This location will display the reference name you typed into the “Description”
field when this box was configured. This can be changed at any time.

Address

③

The number displayed here is the address number you specified when this
display box was configured. This number must match the corresponding
Connector/Transmitter that has the same number specified or your system
will not receive the correct data readings.

Process

④

This is the actual process temperature reading that is being measured by your
thermocouple or RTD sensor.

Ambient

⑤

This is the actual ambient temperature connector inside the body of your
Connector/Transmitter. If the unit is exposed to temperatures outside the
limits specified in this manual the reading will begin to blink and the digits
will turn red to provide a visual warning.

Options

⑥

The Options button provides quick access to the channel configuration menu.

RX

⑦

The “RX” indicator box will display a green light that blinks each time the
receiver acquires data from the corresponding connector transmitter.

Signal

⑧

This percentage bar graph indicates the radio signal strength being received
by the receiver. This should be used as guidance when installing your system
to help determine the best location and positioning of your equipment.

Battery

⑨

This label indicates the status of the battery. It will change from showing
"Good" in green color to "Low" in red color when the battery is near the end
of its useful life.

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3.6 Chart Tab

The “Chart” tab allows you to start, stop and view real-time data from the
transmitters in a screen plot that you can save and print.

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Figure 3-13. Charting Screen

Start Button

①

The “Start” button will open the dialog box shown below. This dialog allows
you to set all parameters related to logging and plotting data. Click the
checkbox next to the channel(s) number you want to include in your plot.

Figure 3-14. Start Data Logging/Plotting Screen

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Line Color

You can change the color specified for each channel’s line. Click the “Change”
button to select a new color for the Channel selected.

Interval

The total logging time is displayed for the interval setting selected. In
general,the interval should normally be set to a value equal to or greater than
the same sample time you programmed into the corresponding connector/
transmitter for that channel.

If you click the OK button, the data logging session will start, and “Recording
Data” will flash in the status bar. The “Start” button above the chart will
change to “Stop”, indicating that if you click it again, the logging session will
be terminated.

You can choose to have the data logging/chart recording session end after 1000
data points, or have the session run continuously. After 1000 data points have
been collected in the continuous mode, the oldest data point is shifted out on
the left, and the newest data point is added to the right. Data will continue
to be collected and displayed until you click on the “Stop” button above the
chart.

Logging Units

Two drop down selections are provided to set the units used in logging and
plotting. One is for the process input and one for the ambient temperature of
the end device.

Clear Button

②

The “Clear” button will delete all data from the chart and the data log.

Configure Axis Button

③

The Configure Axis button opens the dialog box shown below. This dialog
allows you to adjustments to both the X and Y axis of the chart.

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Figure 3-15. Configuration Chart Screen

3.7 Charting Options

You can access all of the charting options that are available by opening the
chart option menu found under the “View” Tab. Alternatively, you can simply
right click anywhere on the chart itself to bring up this menu.

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Figure 3-16. Charting Options Screen

Zoom In/Zoom Out

Allow you to change the size of the chart on the screen. You can also use the
Control-Up Arrow and Control-Down Arrow keys as well.

Default Chart Size

Returns the chart to its normal size (after zooming or panning), and places the
title and legend in their normal positions.

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Reset Axes

Reset Axes will effectively cancel the results of a Data Zoom and return the
axes back to their original dimensions, but will not change the size of the
chart.

Chart (Mouse) Zoom

Perform the same function as mentioned above, by moving the mouse up or
down, or rolling the mouse wheel.

Data (Box) Zoom

When checked, you can use the mouse to click and drag a rectangle around
a line of data to magnify that portion of the chart. The chart size will remain
the same, but the axes will be expanded as well and the data line(s) to allow
viewing more detail. You can close either of the axis scroll bars by clicking on
the Red button of each scroll bar.

Pan

Allows you to move the chart as well as the title and legend around on the
screen. If the Pan item is checked, you can still use the mouse wheel to zoom
in and out, while holding the left button down to move the chart as desired.

Reset Axes will effectively cancel the results of a Data Zoom and return the
axes back to their original dimensions, but will not change the size of the
chart.

Floating Cursor

When checked, will display a crosshair type cursor that you can move with the
mouse. You can use the Floating Cursor to pinpoint a particular temperature
and time. The status bar displays the data point number, the time, and the
temperature, where the crosshairs meet. If the horizontal cursor line is
touching a data plot line, the corresponding channel number is also displayed
in the status bar.

Tracking Cursor

When checked, will perform similarly to the Floating Cursor, except that you
can specify a channel for the horizontal cursor line to lock on to. This channel
is also displayed in the status bar. With this option enabled, you can move
the mouse left and right without regard to up and down, and the horizontal
cursor will remain pointing to the line (channel) you specify. Assuming you
have more than one channel plotted on the chart, you can switch tracking
to another channel by moving the mouse over the data line of that channel
until the mouse cursor becomes a hand with a pointing finger. If you left-click
at this point, the Tracking Cursor will track that line. You can also change
the channel of the Tracking Cursor from the chart’s context menu, Tracking
Cursor menu item combo box. The same option is also available in the View
Chart menu in the main menu bar

Line Options

Allows you to select which channel(s) you want to display, and/or change the
color of each channel data line. This allows you to limit your view to either a
single channel, or a selected two or more channels for comparison, instead of
having all twelve channels displayed at once.

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