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The Smart Connector

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Wireless Thermocouple/RTD

Connector/Transmitter & Receiver

MADE IN

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User’s Guide

Servicing North America:

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

ISO 9001 Certified Stamford, CT 06907-0047 USA

Toll Free: 1-800-826-6342 TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]

Canada: 976 Bergar

Laval (Quebec), H7L 5A1 Canada
Toll-Free: 1-800-826-6342 TEL: [phone]
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For immediate technical or application assistance:

U.S.A. and Canada: Sales Service: 1-800-826-6342/1-800-TC-OMEGA

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Customer Service: 1-800-622-2378/1-800-622-BEST

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Engineering Service: 1-800-872-9436/1-800-USA-WHEN

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Servicing Europe:

Benelux: Managed by the United Kingdom Office

Toll-Free: 0800 099 3344 TEL: [phone]
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Czech Republic: Frystatska 184

733 01 Karviná, Czech Republic
Toll-Free: 0800-1-66342 TEL: [phone]
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Toll-Free: 0800 466 342 TEL: [phone]
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Germany/Austria: Daimlerstrasse 26

D-75392 Deckenpfronn, Germany
Toll-Free: 0800 6397678 TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]

United Kingdom: OMEGA Engineering Ltd.

ISO 9001 Certified One Omega Drive, River Bend Technology Centre, Northbank

Irlam, Manchester M44 5BD United Kingdom
Toll-Free: 0800-488-488 TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]

OMEGAnet®Online Service Internet e-mail

omega.com [e-mail]

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 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 Installation ................................................................................. 3-1

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

3.4 UWTC Connector/Transmitter Setup Utility Program ....................... 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 ................................................................................................ 3-16

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

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

4.2 Mounting, Installation and Antenna Connection ................................ 4-8

4.3 Thermocouple Connection .................................................................... 4-10

4.4 RTD Connection ...................................................................................... 4-11

4.5 Battery Installation or Replacement ..................................................... 4-11

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

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

5.1.1 Configure Your Transceiver

(Models: UWTC-REC2, UWTC-REC2-D) .............................................. 5-8

5.2 Mounting and Installation ..................................................................... 5-12

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 Models) ........ 9-1

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

9.3 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

1-4A RTD Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2-D..................................... 1-2

1-4B Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC1 .................................................. 1-2

1-5A Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC1-NEMA .................................... 1-3

1-5B Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA ............................ 1-3

1-5C Receiver Front Label UWTC-REC2-NEMA .................................... 1-3

1-6 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 Channels Tab Menu Screen ............................................................... 3-6

3-10 TC-Central Program Screen .............................................................. 3-6

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

3-12 Configuration Channel 1 Screen ....................................................... 3-7

3-13 Channel Display Box Screen.............................................................. 3-8

3-14 Charting Tab Menu Screen .............................................................. 3-10

3-15 Charting Screen ................................................................................ 3-10

3-16 Start Data Logging/Plotting Screen .............................................. 3-10

3-17 Charting Options Screen ................................................................. 3-12

3-18 Data Log TAB Screen ....................................................................... 3-14

3-19 Data Logging Screen ........................................................................ 3-14

3-20 Start Data Logging/Plotting Screen .............................................. 3-14

3-21 File Menu Tab Screen........................................................................ 3-16

3-22 View Menu Tab Screen ..................................................................... 3-17

3-23 Tools Menu Tab Screen ..................................................................... 3-18

Section 4 Connector Operation

4-1A Thermocouple Connector ................................................................. 4-1

4-1B RTD Connector ................................................................................... 4-1

4-2A Industrial Probe (Thermocouple Model) UWTC-NB9 .................. 4-2

4-2B Industrial Probe (RTD Model) UWTC-NB9 .................................... 4-2

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

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

4-5 Welcome to Universal Wireless Screen ............................................ 4-5

4-6 Setup the Transmitter Screen............................................................. 4-5

4-7 Connect the Transmitter Screen ........................................................ 4-6

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

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Table of Figures

Figure Description Page
Section 4 Connector Operation Continued

4-9 Choose Options Screen ...................................................................... 4-7

4-10 Send Settings to The Transmitter Screen ......................................... 4-7

4-11 Mounting Bracket Installation .......................................................... 4-8

4-12 Fresnel Zone ........................................................................................ 4-8

4-13 Thermocouple Connection .............................................................. 4-10

4-14 Recommended Thermocouple Placement .................................... 4-10

4-15 RTD Connection ................................................................................ 4-11

4-16 Recommended RTD Placement ...................................................... 4-11

4-17 Connector Battery Compartment ................................................... 4-11

4-18 NB9 Series Battery Compartment .................................................. 4-12

Section 5 Receiver Operation

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

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

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

5-4 Receiver Operation - Model UWTC-REC3 ..................................... 5-2

5-4A Receiver Operation - Model UWTC-REC1-NEMA ....................... 5-3

5-4B Receiver Operation - Model UWTC-REC2-D-TC-NEMA ............ 5-3

5-4C Receiver Operation - Model UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA ................ 5-3

5-5 Receiver Operation - Model UWTC-REC4 ......................................5-5

5-6 Power Supply Connection ................................................................ 5-5

5-7 Alarm Output Connections .............................................................. 5-5

5-8 Analog Output Connections ............................................................. 5-5

5-9 4-20 mA Output Example ................................................................. 5-6

5-10 Voltage Output Example ................................................................... 5-6

5-11 Alarm Example, System Powered ................................................... 5-6

5-12 Alarm Example, External Power Supply ........................................ 5-6

5-12B UWTC-REC2 or UWTC-REC2-D Alarm Example .........................5-7

5-13 Connecting Your Receiver To Your PC ............................................ 5-7

5-14 RJ45 Connector ................................................................................... 5-7

5-15 Welcome Screen .................................................................................. 5-8

5-16 Connect the Receiver Screen ............................................................. 5-9

5-17 Power Up the Receiver ...................................................................... 5-9

5-18 Establish A Link Screen ................................................................... 5-10

5-19 Choose Options Screen .................................................................... 5-10

5-20 Connect the Receiver Screen ........................................................... 5-11

5-21 Mounting ........................................................................................... 5-12

5-21A UWTC-NEMA Mounting ................................................................ 5-13

5-22 Installation ......................................................................................... 5-14

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 Receiver Indicator Lights .................................................................. 6-3

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

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

6-7 Horizontal Antenna Placement ........................................................ 6-8

6-8 Vertical Antenna Placement .............................................................. 6-9

NOTE:

Introduction

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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.
“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, co­location 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.

• 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

Caution, refer to accompanying documentation

EU’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Compliance

Figure 1-1. IEC Symbols

1

®

TX

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTOR

LOW BATT

PRESS

SETUP

PRESS

ON/OFF

UWTC

®

TX

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS RTD CONNECTOR

LOW BATT

PRESS

SETUP

PRESS

ON/OFF

UWRTD

ANTENNA

USB

I/O

12–16 Vdc

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

PROCESS TEMPERATURE

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

-

+

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

2.4 GHz

TX
RX
SB
PWR

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ANTENNA

USB

I/O

9–24 Vdc

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
Stamford, CT 06907

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS RF RECEIVER

2.4 GHz

omega.com

Made in U.S.A.

-

+

!

TX
RX
SB
PWR

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.

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

F

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Figure 1-2B. TC Connector Front LabelFigure 1-2A. RTD Connector Front Label

Figure 1-4B. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC1

Figure 1-4A. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2-D

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1.3 Product Labeling

1.3.1 Connector Front Labels

1.3.2 Connector Rear Label

Figure 1-3. Connector Rear Label

1.3.2 Receiver Front Labels

1

MADE IN U.S.A.

!

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.

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

omega.com

PATENTS & PATENTS PENDING

F

1-3

TX
RX
SB
PWR

2.4 GHz

®

ANTENNA

USB

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

Made in USA

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.

!

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

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TX
RX
SB
PWR

PWR

2.4 GHz

®

ANTENNA

USB

I/O

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

12–16 Vdc

-

+

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

Made in USA

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.

!

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

PROCESS TEMPERATURE

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

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Figure 1-5B. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA

Figure 1-5A. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC1-NEMA

TX
RX
SB
PWR

PWR

2.4 GHz

®

ANTENNA

USB

I/O

UWTC SERIES

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

12–16 Vdc

-

+

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.

Stamford, CT 06907

Made in USA

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.

!

FCC ID: OUR–XBEEPRO
IC #4214A–XBEEPRO

®

Figure 1-5C. Receiver Front Label

UWTC-REC2-NEMA

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1.4 Statement on FCC and CE Marking

1.4.1 FCC Marking

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

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

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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. For additional information
see Section 10 - Approvals & Regulatory Compliance.

1.5 General Description & 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 90 m (300') 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 0.000385 or 0.000392 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 provided software. When used with host receiver model
UWTC-REC1 data from up to 12 wireless connectors can be received and
displayed. Each unit includes free 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

Figure 1-6. System Components

OMEGA ENGINEERING INC. omega.com

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

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.

ANTENNA

FCC ID: OUR-XBEEPRO

USB

SB

PWR

RX

TX

IC #4214A-XBEEPRO

WIRELESS RF RECEIVER

UWTC SERIES

R

R

UNIVERSAL WIRELESS THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTOR

UWTC

ON/OFF

PRESS

PRESS

SETUP

TX

LOW BATT

RECEIVER

CONNECTOR/TRANSMITTER

2.4 GHz

FC

C

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Hardware

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NOTE:

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 call our Customer Service
Department at 1-800-622-2378 or 203-359-1660. We can also be reached on the
Internet at omega.com, e-mail: [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

The following items are supplied in the box.

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

• 1 Connector/Transmitter w/Antenna

• 1 User’s Quick Start Guide

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

(UWTC models only)

• 1 Standard (AA) 3.6V Lithium Battery, 2.4 mA (Omega No. UWTC-BATT) or 1

standard (C) 3.6V Lithium Battery Assembly (Installed) Omega No. UMTC­BATT-C (for -NB9 or -NEMA models).

• 1 Mounting Bracket Kit

• 1 TA4F Mating Connector (UWRTD models only)

With Model UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2, UMTC-REC2-D, Receiver, UWTC-REC4,
UWTC-REC1-NEMA, UWTC-REC2-NEMA, UWTC-REC2-D-*-NEMA:

• 1 Receiver Device

• 1 High Gain Antenna

• 1 UWTC Series User’s Manual (M-4432)

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

• 1 UWTC User Software CD

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

D, versions)

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

Software

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Section 3 – Software

3.1 Getting Started

The following program files are included on the UWTC User Software CD
supplied with your Receiver. These files can also be downloaded from the
omega.com website should you misplace your CD.

• UWTC Connector/Transmitter Setup Utility Program

• UWTC TC-Central Measurement and Data Logging Program

• UWTC Series Receiver Setup Utility 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, XB, or Vista (32bit) Operating System

• Adobe Acrobat Reader

3.2.2 Software Installation

Insert the UWTC Series User CD that was included with your receiver unit into
the CD-ROM drive on your PC. Your system should begin the installation
process automatically. If the software installation does not start automatically
please see the “Troubleshooting” Section 7.

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 3-1.
Welcome Screen

3-2

Software

3

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.

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

the program click the “Next >” button.

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.

Figure 3-2.
Select Install Screen

Figure 3-3.
Confirm Installation
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.

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.
Congratulations! You have just successfully installed the WTC Central Program
on your PC. To end installing the program and close the setup wizard click the

Software

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3-3

Figure 3-4.
License Agreement
Screen

Figure 3-5.
Installation
Complete
Screen

Software

3

3-4

NOTE:

NOTE:

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 CD that was supplied with your
receiver loaded into the CD drive 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.

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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Software

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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3-6

Software

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3.4 UWTC Connector/Transmitter Setup Utility Program

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 Menu

CHANNELS
TAB

Figure 3-9. Channels TAB Menu Screen

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.

Figure 3-10. TC-Central Program Screen

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This is a partial 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.

3.5.3 Channel Configuration

Figure 3-11. Channel Configuration Screen

From the “Tools” pull-down menu select “Configure”….”Channel 1”. This will
open the program settings table were you can make selections on how you want
your system to operate.

Figure 3-12. Configuration Channel 1 Screen

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Description Field

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

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.

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Display Timeout

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.

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Low Alarm / High Alarm

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.

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°C or °F

Selecting the °C or °F button will configure the particular box to display readings
in the desired units of measurement.

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Hide

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 TC­Central program. This is used to remove unused boxed when less than 12
Connector/Transmitter units are being used.

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Offset

Offset Calibration

Figure 3-13. Channel Display Box Screen

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Thermocouple Type

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

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Reference

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

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Address

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.

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Process

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

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Ambient

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.

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Units

Units of measurement setting can be changed from here without going into the
main channel configuration menu. Just click with your mouse onto the desired
°C or °F button to make a change.

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RX

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

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Signal

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.

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Battery

This percentage bar graph indicates the amount of remaining usable available
power the battery installed in the Connector/Transmitter has left to operate
normally.

3.5.4 Changing Thermocouple Color Codes.

By default the setting for thermocouple color code is the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) standard. You can change the default setting to the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard or the Japanese
standard here under this menu in the CT-Central software.

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Start Data
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3.6 Chart Tab

Figure 3-14. Chart TAB Menu Screen

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.

Figure 3-15. Charting Screen

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Start Button

The “Start” button will open the dialog box shown below. This box allows you to
select one or more channels to be plotted. Click the checkbox next to the
channel(s) number you want to include in your plot.

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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.

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.

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 also start or stop a data recording session from the File menu. Once data
has been collected, you can save it in a (*.csv) (comma separated values) file and
open it in Microsoft Excel for further analysis. It is recommended that you “Save
As” in Excel as a Microsoft Excel Workbook (*.xls). If you do not modify the
(*.csv) version of the file, you can open it from TC Central’s File menu, and
display it in the chart and data log.

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Clear Button

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

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Y Axis Control

The Y Axis Min and Y Axis Max controls allow you to adjust the viewable range
of temperatures to suit your particular application. The narrower the range
between min and max, the more detail can be seen on the chart.

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C or F Button

The C or F button allows you to change the units of degrees displayed on the
chart, and on the data logging.

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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. See below.

Figure 3-17. 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.

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.