Omega MWTC-REC6, UWTC-REC6 User Manual

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User’s Guide

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U.S.A.: Omega Engineering, Inc., One Omega Drive, P.O. Box 4047

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It is the policy of OMEGA Engineering, Inc. to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI
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.

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any
errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.

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Table of Contents

Section Page

Section 1 General Description ............................................................................. 1

Section 2 FCC/CE Statement ................................................................................ 1

Section 3 Software Installation ............................................................................ 1

Section 4 Receiver Setup & Output Scaling ..................................................... 2

4.1 Power/Analog Output Connection .................................................... 2

4.2 Setup/Programming Cable Connection ............................................ 2

4.3 Configuration Software ........................................................................ 3

Section 5 Installation ............................................................................................. 5

5.1 Horizontal Antenna Placement ........................................................... 6

5.2 Vertical Antenna Placement ................................................................. 6

Section 6 System Operation ................................................................................. 7

6.1 Transmit Time Vs. Battery Life ............................................................ 7

Section 7 Specifications ........................................................................................ 9

Table of Figures

Figure Description Page

Section 4 Receiver Setup & Output Scaling

4-1 Power/Analog Output Connection .................................................... 2

4-2 Setup/Programming Cable Connection ............................................ 3

4-3 TC-CENTRAL Tools Menu Screen ...................................................... 3

4-4 Setup and Scaling Screen ...................................................................... 4

Section 5 Installation

5-1 Mounting Bracket .................................................................................. 5

5-2 Proper Installation (Horizontal) .......................................................... 6

5-3 Proper Installation (Vertical) ................................................................. 6

MWTC-REC6/UWTC-REC6

Section 1 – General Description

Omega’s New, patent pending, wireless transceiver module converts a standard
hard wired instrument into a wireless receiver. This allows the host instrument
to receive wireless sensor readings.

Model MWTC-REC6 can receive wireless data from Omega’s MWTC Series of
wireless thermocouple connectors.

Model UWTC-REC6 can receive wireless data from Omega’s UW Series of
wireless thermocouple connectors, RTD connectors, Nema Transmitters and
industrial probe assemblies.

This manual outlines how to setup and operate the Wireless Transceiver Module

Section 2 – FCC/CE 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.

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

It is the policy of OMEGA

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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.

Section 3 – Software Installation

A configuration software program is included with Setup/Programming Cable
Model: REC6-PC. This cable and software allows you to program, setup and
scale the output of your transceiver before installation. This accessory is not
included with your transceiver and must be purchased separately.

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, XB, Vista (32bit) or Windows 7 operating system

1. Install configuration software in one of two ways:

a. Download Configuration Software by going to the “FTP Site” section at the

www.omega.com website.

b. Insert your software CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. Follow the on

screen instructions to begin the installation wizard.

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2. Click “Next” to continue with the installation.

3. If you accept the terms of the License Agreement, select “I accept the terms in

the license agreement” and click “Next.”

4. Click “Install” to begin installing the software.

5. Once the program has been installed, Click “Finish” to close the installation

wizard screen.

Section 4 – Receiver Setup & Output Scaling

You must complete the software installation procedure in
Section 3 before connecting and attempting to setup or
operate your transceiver

4.1 Power/Analog Output Connection

Your wireless transceiver is supplied with an integral 4-conductor cable. DC
power must be applied during the setup and scaling process.

Fig 4-1. Power/Analog Output Connection

4.2 Setup/Programming Cable Connection

Your transceiver requires you to perform setup and scaling prior to placing into
operation. Setup/Programming Cable and Software Model REC6-PC (sold
separately) are required to complete this process.

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