Omega Products iTCX Installation Manual
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Dual Thermocouple Input
It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC/EMI regulations that apply.
OMEGA is constantly pursuing certification of its products to the European NewApproach 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 Engineering, Inc. 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, patient-connected applications.
This device is marked with the international caution symbol. It is important to read the Setup Guide before installing or
commissioning this device as the guide contains important information relating to safety and EMC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part 1: Introduction
1.1 Safety and EMC Considerations .................................................................2
1.2 Before You Begin .........................................................................................2
1.3 Description....................................................................................................2
Part 2: Hardware
2.1 Mounting ......................................................................................................4
2.1.1 Mounting the Wall Mount iServer .................................................4
2.1.2 Mounting the DIN Rail iServer ......................................................5
2.1.3 Removal from DIN Rail ..................................................................5
2.2 DIP Switches.................................................................................................6
2.2.1 DIP Switch Usage ..........................................................................6
2.3 Parts of iServer Unit ....................................................................................7
2.4 Network Communication Interfaces ..........................................................8
2.4.1 10Base-T RJ-45 Pinout...................................................................8
2.4.2 10Base-T Crossover Wiring...........................................................8
2.5 Industrial Probe ............................................................................................8
Part 3: Network Configuration
3.1 Network Protocols .......................................................................................9
3.2 Ethernet (MAC) Address .............................................................................9
3.3 DHCP .......................................................................................................10
3.4 DNS .......................................................................................................10
3.5 IP Address ..................................................................................................10
3.5.1 Default IP Address........................................................................11
3.6 Port Number................................................................................................11
Part 4: Operations
4.0 Testing the Connection .............................................................................12
4.1 iConnect Software......................................................................................13
4.2 Setting a new IP Address over the Network ...........................................14
4.3 Setup and Operation using a Web Browser ...........................................15
4.3.1 Read Sensor .................................................................................16
4.3.1.1 Java Runtime Environment 1.4 Setup Instructions...................16
4.3.1.2 Java Runtime Environment 1.5 (5.0) Setup Instructions ..........17
4.3.1.3 Browser Proxy Selection .............................................................17
4.3.2 Chart ..............................................................................................18
4.3.3 Configuration ................................................................................19
4.3.4 Sensor Parameter .........................................................................21
4.3.5 Access Control ............................................................................22
4.4 Telnet Setup ...............................................................................................24
4.5 HTTPget Program.......................................................................................24
4.5.1 HTTPget using Port 1000 ............................................................25
4.5.2 HTTPget and ARP to setup Device IP Address .........................26
4.6 ARP Protocol ..............................................................................................26
4.7 Remote Access (Tunneling) ......................................................................28
4.7.1 Local iServer .................................................................................29
4.7.2 Remote iServer ............................................................................30
4.8 iLog Software..............................................................................................31
4.9 Mail Notifier Software.................................................................................32
4.9.1 Installation.....................................................................................32
4.9.2 Program Options Setup and Configuration ..............................33
4.9.3 Device Setting Setup and Configuration ....................................34
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Part 5: Specifications .......................................................................................................... 35
Part 6: Factory Preset Values ..............................................................................................36
Appendix A Glossary ......................................................................................................37
Appendix B IP Address ..................................................................................................38
Appendix C IP Netmask ..................................................................................................39
Appendix D ASCII Chart ................................................................................................40
ASCII Chart Control Codes .......................................................................41
Appendix D iLog Error Messages..................................................................................42
Part 7: Approvals Information
7.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .....................................................43
7.2 FCC ........................................................................................................43
LIST OF FIGURES:
Figure 1.1 iServer with Probe on the Ethernet Network .......................................3
Figure 2.1 Mounting - Wall Mount iServer .............................................................4
Figure 2.2 Mounting - DIN Rail iServer ..................................................................5
Figure 2.3 Removal - DIN Rail iServer ..................................................................5
Figure 2.4a DIP Switch - Wall Mount iServer ...........................................................6
Figure 2.4b DIP Switch - DIN Rail iServer................................................................6
Figure 2.5 Parts of iServer Unit...............................................................................7
Figure 2.6 RJ45 Pinout ............................................................................................8
Figure 2.7 10Base-T Crossover Cable Wiring .......................................................8
Figure 3.1 Labeling ..................................................................................................9
Figure 3.2 DIP Switch on Bottom Side of iServer................................................10
Figure 3.3 Telnet Login into the iServer...............................................................11
Figure 4.1 Pinging the iServe from MS-DOS Prompt .........................................12
Figure 4.2 Assigning an IP Address using iConnect .........................................13
Figure 4.3 Accessing the iServer’s Home Page Menu........................................13
Figure 4.4 Access Control ...................................................................................14
Figure 4.5 iServer Home Page Menu ..................................................................15
Figure 4.6 Login and Administrator Password ...................................................15
Figure 4.7 Read Sensor .......................................................................................16
Figure 4.8 Chart ..................................................................................................18
Figure 4.9 Configuration ......................................................................................19
Figure 4.10 Sensor Parameters ..............................................................................21
Figure 4.11 Remote End Char .................................................................................22
Figure 4.12 Access Control ....................................................................................23
Figure 4.13 ARP Commands and Responses .......................................................27
Figure 4.14 PC-to-Device Communication.............................................................28
Figure 4.15 Device-to-Device Communication ......................................................28
Figure 4.16 Local iServer (Serial to Ethernet) Configuration Page ....................29
Figure 4.17 Remote iServer Configuration Page ..................................................30
Figure 4.18 iLog Software Logging Data................................................................31
Figure 4.19 iServer Mail Notifier Main Window......................................................32
Figure 4.20 iServer Mail Notifier Profile Setup ......................................................33
Figure 4.21 iServer Mail Notifier Device Setting ...................................................34
LIST OF TABLES:
Table 2.1 Parts of iServer Unit ..............................................................................7
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NOTES, WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
Information that is especially important to note is identified by the following labels:
• NOTE
• WARNING or CAUTION
• IMPORTANT
• TIP
NOTE: Provides you with information that is important to successfully
setup and use the iServer.
CAUTION or WARNING: Tells you about the risk of electrical shock.
CAUTION, WARNING or IMPORTANT: Tells you of circumstances
or practices that can effect the instrument’s functionality and must
refer to accompanying documents.
TIP: Provides you helpful hints.
FEATURES
• Virtual Chart Recorder
• Two Thermocouple Channels
• Web Server
• Ten Popular Thermocouple Types
• Accurate
• Password Protection
• Email Alarms
• Data Logging
• No Special Software Required
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PART 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Safety and EMC Considerations
Refer to the CE Approval Section
EMC Considerations
• Whenever EMC is an issue, always use shielded cables.
• Never run signal and power wires in the same conduit.
• Use twisted-pair wires for signal connections.
• Install Ferrite Bead(s) on signal wires close to the instrument if EMC problems persist.
Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may result in injury!
1.2 Before You Begin
Inspecting Your Shipment: Remove the packing slip and verify that you have received
everything listed. Inspect the container and equipment for signs of damage as soon as
you receive the shipment. Note any evidence of rough handling in transit. Immediately
report any damage to the shipping agent. The carrier will not honor damage claims
unless all shipping material is saved for inspection. After examining and removing the
contents, save the packing material and carton in the event reshipment is necessary.
Customer Service: If you need assistance, please contact the Customer Service
Department nearest you.
Manuals, Software: The latest Operation Manual as well as free configuration software
(iConnect), datalogging software (iLog), and Mail Notifier are available at the website
listed on the cover page of this manual or on the CD-ROM enclosed with your
shipment.
1.3 Description
View Temperature from one or two Thermocouples with a Web Browser. The
iServer let's you monitor Temperature from two independent Thermocouple channels
over an Ethernet network or the Internet with no special software except a Web Browser.
The iServer serves Active Web Pages to display real time readings, temperature charts,
or log data in standard data formats for use in a spreadsheet or data acquisition program
such as Excel or Visual Basic.
Adjustable Charts. The Java
TM
Applet chart scales are fully adjustable on the fly. For
example, the chart can display one minute, one hour, one day, one week, one month or
one year. Temperature can be charted across the full span, or within any narrow range
such as 20 to 30°C. You can chart temperature from one thermocouple, two
thermocouples, and/or the differential between the two.
The iServer transmitters can take Thermocouple Types J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C, N, and L
measuring temperatures up to 1,820°C (3,308°F). The iServer can display and chart
absolute measurements in two locations and a differential measurement between the two
locations.
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Award-winning Technology. The iServer is simple to install and use. It features award-
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winning technology that requires no special software except a Web Browser. The
iServer connects to an Ethernet Network with a standard RJ45 connector and sends
data in standard TCP/IP packets. It is easily configured with a simple menu using a Web
Browser and can be password protected. From within an Ethernet LAN or over the
Internet, the user simply types its IP address or an easy to remember name in any Web
Browser, and the iServer serves a Web Page with the current readings.
Email Alarms. All iServer models that are on a LAN that is connected to the Internet
can trigger an alarm that can be sent by email to a single user or to a group distribution
list, including text messages to cell phones and PDA’s.
The following example illustrates how you can hookup an iServer to your network:
A standard web browser can be used to monitor and chart Temperature from two
independent Thermocouple channels. The browser can also be used to configure the
device’s IP address, passwords, and overall configuration parameters. An iLD Big
Display can be used with an iServer to display readings over the network.
The following example illustrates how you can hookup an iServer and iLD to your
network:
Figure 1.1 iServer sends temperature readings to an iLD Big Display
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PART 2 HARDWARE
Dimensions are in
inches with
millimeters in [ ].
1.50 [38.1]0.52 [13.3]
1.26
[32.1]
DRILL 0.125 [3.17]
USE TWO, #4
FLAT HEAD SCREWS
TO MOUNT BRACKET
BRACKET CLIPS (3)
SNAP
2.42 [61.6]
4.41
[112.0]
0.10
[2.54]
0.82 [20.8]
USE #4-40, 3/16”LG SCREW
FOR GROUNDING CASE
2.1 Mounting
2.1.1 Mounting the Wall Mount iServer
If unit is to be mounted on a flat surface, you may take the bottom rubber feet off
the unit.
Position unit where required. Mark and drill the two #4 screw holes.
After bracket is mounted on the wall, align back of unit over the three bracket clips, once
engaged, slide downward, the unit will snap in place.
Figure 2.1 Mounting - Wall Mount iServer
It is recommended that you ground your unit by wrapping a wire around a #4-40
screw threaded into the nut located on the case’s tray.
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2.1.2 Mounting the DIN Rail iServer
To install unit onto DIN Rail:
a) Tilt unit, position mounting slot onto DIN Rail, as shown.
b) Push unit towards DIN Rail and it will snap into place.
Figure 2.2 Mounting - DIN Rail iServer
2.1.3 Removal from a DIN Rail
a) Insert flat screw-driver into tab and push downwards.
b) Unit will detach from DIN Rail.
Figure 2.3 Removal - DIN Rail iServer
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2.2 DIP Switches
1
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3
2
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ON
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2
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ON
SW1
SW1
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2.2.1 DIP Switch Usage
The iServer is shipped with all DIP switches in "OFF" position.
1) N/C - not used
2) To change to default factory settings
3) To enable/disable DHCP
4) N/C - not used
To set the iServer to factory default settings, slide DIP switch #2 to ON position.
Power the iServer on and wait about 10 seconds until the iServer fully boots up.
Set the DIP switch #2 back to OFF position (it does not matter if the iServer is
powered ON or OFF, just make sure that the DIP switch is set to OFF,
otherwise, every time the unit is power-cycled the factory settings will take over.
To enable the DHCP, besides using DIP switch #3, set the iServer’s IP address
to 0.0.0.0. An iServer with IP address of 0.0.0.0 will request an IP address,
gateway address, and subnet mask from a DHCP server over the Ethernet.
Figure 2.4a DIP Switch Figure 2.4b DIP Switch
Wall Mount iServer DIN Rail iServer
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2.3 Parts of the iServer Unit
Mounting Bracket
Figure 2.5 Parts of the iServer Unit
Table 2.1 Parts of iServer Unit
SENSOR Thermocouple Input (supporting up to 2 Thermocouples)
ETHERNET RJ45 interface for 10BASE-T connection.
RESET Button: Used for power reseting the iServer.
ACTIVITY LED (Red) Blinking: Indicates network activities (receiving or sending packets).
NET LINK LED (Green) Solid: Indicates good network link.
DIAG LED (Yellow and Green) Diagnostics: at boot-up they light up for 2 seconds, then
POWER LED (Green) Solid: Indicates Power-ON (for -W version only).
DC Power Supply Section:
+ Plus power supply wire connection (inside the plug for -W model).
- Minus power supply wire connection (outside the plug for -W model).
turn off; DHCP: if DHCP is enabled, they blink and stay solid periodically
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2.4 Network Communication Interfaces
2.4.1 10Base-T RJ-45 Pinout
The 10BASE-T Ethernet network (RJ-45) system is used in the iServer for network
connectivity. The 10 Mbps twisted-pair Ethernet system operates over two pairs of wires.
One pair is used for receiving data signals and the other pair is used for transmitting data
signals. This means that four pins of the eight-pin connector are used.
Pin Name Description
1 +Tx + Transmit Data
2 -Tx - Transmit Data
3 +RX + Receive Data
4 N/C Not Connected
5 N/C Not Connected
6 -Rx - Receive Data
7 N/C Not Connected
8 N/C Not Connected
Figure 2.6 RJ45 Pinout
2.4.2 10Base-T Crossover Wiring
When connecting the iServer directly to the computer, the transmit data pins of the
computer should be wired to the receive data pins of the iServer, and vice versa. The
10Base-T crossover cable with pin connection assignments are shown below.
Use straight through cable for
connecting the iServer to an
Ethernet hub. The ports on the
hub are already crossed
Figure 2.7 10Base-T Crossover Cable Wiring
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PART 3
#.#
MODEL NO:
SERIAL NO:
INPUT POWER:
IP:
MODEL NO:
SERIAL NO:
INPUT POWER:
IP:
#.#
MAC ADDRESS
LABEL IN
HEX CODE
REMOVE DEFAULT
IP ADDRESS LABEL
AND PUT NEW
CUSTOMER'S
IP ADDRESS
iSERVER'S VERSION #
MAC ADDRESS
LABEL IN
HEX CODE
iSERVER'S VERSION #
REMOVE DEFAULT IP
ADDRESS LABEL AND PUT
NEW CUSTOMER'S
IP ADDRESS
NETWORK CONFIGURATION
3.1 Network Protocols
The iServer can be connected to the network using standard TCP/IP protocols.
It also supports ARP, HTTP (WEB server), DHCP, DNS and Telnet protocols.
3.2 Ethernet (MAC) Address
MAC (Media Access Control) address is your computer's unique hardware number.
When you're connected to the LAN from your computer, a correspondence table relates
your IP address to your computer's physical (MAC) address. The MAC address can be
found on the label of your device and contains 6 bytes (12 characters) of hexadecimal
numbers XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX hex
For example: 0A:0C:3D:0B:0A:0B
Remove the small label with the default IP address and there will be room to put
your IP address. See Figure 3.1
Figure 3.1 Labeling
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3.3 DHCP
OFF
ON
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3
2
1
OFF
ON
4
3
2
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DHCP, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol enables individual computers or devices to
extract their IP configurations from a server (DHCP server). If the DHCP is enabled on
your iServer, as soon as the iServer is connected to the network, there is an exchange of
information between DHCP server and the iServer. During this process the IP address,
the Gateway address, and the Subnet Mask will be assigned to the iServer by the DHCP
server. Note that the DHCP server must be configured correctly to do such assignment.
If fixed or static IP address is desired, the DHCP must be disabled. The iServer is
shipped with DHCP disabled (factory default). The DHCP can be enabled by setting the
DIP switch # 3 to the “ON” position (refer to Figure 3.2).
DIP switch # 3 shown in “ON” position
Figure 3.2 DIP Switch on the Bottom Side of iServer
Setting the iServer’s IP address to 0.0.0.0 will also enable DHCP.
3.4 DNS
DNS, Domain Name System enables individual computers and devices to be recognized
over a network based on a specific name instead of an IP address. For example, instead
of having to use http://192.168.1.200 (IP address), you would use only http://eis03ec or
any eight character name stored as Host Name under Access Control menu in the
iServer Home Page. The default DNS name for an iServer is "eis" followed by the last
four digits of the MAC address of that particular iServer.
1. It is very important to communicate with the network administrator in order to
understand the DHCP and its existing configurations on the host server,
before enabling the DHCP on the iServer.
2. The iServers are shipped with a default static IP address of
192.168.1.200 and Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.
3. On Novell networks or Windows 2000 where the DCHP is an updated
function of DNS this feature may be beneficial since a particular name can be
assigned eliminating the need for the IP address, as described in Section 3.4
3.5 IP Address
Every active device connected to the TCP/IP network must have a unique IP address.
This IP address is used to establish a connection to the iServer’s sensor. Every
computer using TCP/IP should have a unique 32-bit address which is divided into two
portions, the network ID and the host ID. For instance, every computer on the same
network uses the same network ID. At the same time, all of them have a different host ID.
For more details about the IP address see Appendix B.
101011
3.5.1 Default IP Address
Firmware Version x.xx
Admin. Password:00000000
Admin. Login Successful
reset
The unit will reset in 5 seconds
_
The default
Admin. Password
Type "reset"
to reboot
the server
C:\
Telnet 192.168.1.200
The iServer is shipped with a default IP address of 192.168.1.200 and Subnet Mask of
255.255.255.0. If you are going to use a Web browser or Telnet program to access the
iServer using its default IP address, make sure that the PC from which you’re
establishing the connection has an IP address that is in the same range as the iServer’s
IP address (192.168.1.x, where x can be any number from 1 to 254).
Your PC’s IP address cannot
be the same as the iServer’s IP address.
You also need to make sure that your PC’s Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. This is a
good way to access the iServer over the network and make any configuration changes
needed. If 192.168.1.200 is already in use on your network, use an Ethernet crossover
cable between your computer and the iServer to change the IP address or any other
settings within the iServer.
3.6 Port Number
All TCP connections are defined by the IP address and a port number. A port number is
an internal address that provides an interface between an application running on your
computer and the network through the TCP/IP protocol.
There are three default TCP socket port numbers assigned to the iServer:
1. Port (socket) number 1000 when using HTTPget program (see Section 4.5).
2. Port (socket) number 2000 when trying to access the sensor (probe) connected to
the port of the iServer to receive ASCII data.
3. Port (socket) number 2002 when trying to access the iServer itself for Power
Recycling the iServer remotely. This can be done using Windows standard Telnet
application.
Power recycling the iServer can also be done through the iServer’s Web Server (see
Section 4.2).
Telnet stands for Telecommunications Network, it is a protocol that provides a way for
users (or clients) to connect to computers (or servers) on a network, whether in the next
building or across the world.
Example: C:\>Telnet 192.168.1.200 2002
You will then get the following screen.
Figure 3.3 Telnet Login into the iServer
You can open a Telnet session using other terminal emulation programs like Tera Term
Pro (downloadable from the internet), which is a free software for MS-Windows. It
supports VT100 emulation, Telnet connection and serial com port connections.
PART 4
C:\>ping eis03ec
Pinging eis03ec with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=15ms TTL=60
Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=8ms TTL=60
Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=8ms TTL=60
Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=8ms TTL=60
Pinging statistics for eis03ec:
Packets: Sent=4, Received=4, Lost=0 (0% loss)
Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:
Minimum=8ms, Maximum=15ms, Average=9ms
OPERATIONS
This iServer can be used and configured in several ways, depending on user’s
preference and network setup. It can be configured using a Web browser, like Netscape
or Internet Explorer. It can also be configured using the iConnect Configuration Software.
If DHCP and DNS servers are used, the connection is very simple, no need to find the
right IP address, or watch for network conflicts, these are all done for you by your network
DHCP and DNS server. All that is left for you to do, is to enable DHCP on the iServer (see
Section 2.2) and use a straight network cable to connect the iServer to a hub and power
it up.
If DHCP is not the preferred method, you can configure your PC’s network connection with
an IP address of 192.168.1.x that is in the same range as the iServer’s default IP address
(192.168.1.200) and connect to the iServer using a cross-over network cable between your
PC’s network port and the iServer. After you’re done with configuring the iServer, you can
always set your PC back to its original settings.
On your computer, from the MS-DOS Prompt window type "ping 192.168.1.200” and
press Enter. If DHCP and DNS servers are used type “ping eisxxxx”, where xxxx are the
last four digits of the iServer’s MAC address, located on the back of the device. You should
get a reply as shown in Figure 4.1.
You can use the host name (eisxxxx) instead of its IP address only if your DHCP
server is configured to communicate with your DNS. Please consult with your IT
department for details.
4.0 Testing the Connection
This proves that the connection is proper and you can get into configuration or run mode
using the Telnet or Web browser.
Figure 4.1 Pinging the iServer from MS-DOS Prompt
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