Primex Wireless SNST User Manual

SNS™ Temperature Sensors User Guide

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Contents

Introduction.............................................................................................................................................1

Precautions and regulatory compliance statements...........................................................................1

Safety precautions........................................................................................................................................ 1

Equipment precautions................................................................................................................................. 1

FCC compliance...........................................................................................................................................2

FCC radio frequency interference ................................................................................................................ 2

FCC radiation exposure limits ...................................................................................................................... 2

SNS temperature sensor specifications..............................................................................................2

SNS temperature sensor parts and accessories ................................................................................2

Installing SNS temperature sensors.....................................................................................................3

Mounting an SNS temperature sensor unit.........................................................................................3

Connecting the power supply..............................................................................................................3

Connecting sensor probes..................................................................................................................3

Connecting the network cable.............................................................................................................3

Contents

Introduction

This user guide describes the features and installation of Primex Wireless Synchronous Network
System (SNS™) temperature sensors.

SNS temperature sensors are equipped with both a wireless 802.11 b/g interface and a wired Ethernet
port interface. Because the sensors support both wired and wireless communications, they integrate
easily into an existing network.

SNS Temperature sensors can be installed anywhere indoors within range of an 802.11 b/g access
point. The temperature sensors are able to connect via an existing wireless LAN (WLAN), supporting a
wide variety of security protocols.

The initial setup procedure for all SNS temperature sensors can be done in a convenient central
location such as a maintenance area or at the final location of the temperature sensor by using the

Browser-based Configuration Tool or the discovery mode available in Primex’s Applications
Management Platform (AMP™). Once the temperature sensors are configured, settings can be

altered using AMP.
AMP has features to determine the signal strength of the temperature sensor’s reception. The

temperature sensors connect to the WLAN at defined intervals configured with AMP or immediately if
there is an alert. Any changes in configuration of a temperature sensor via AMP will be transmitted to
the temperature sensor the next time the temperature sensor connects to the WLAN. For detailed
instructions on the use of the Browser-based Configuration Tool, please see the Primex Wireless

SNS™ Browser-based Configuration Tool User Guide

please see the Primex Wireless Applications Management Platform (AMP™) User Guide

. For detailed instructions on the use of AMP,

.

Precautions and regulatory compliance statements

This section contains mandatory precautions and regulatory compliance statements.

Safety precautions

SNS temperature sensors are designed for indoor use only and are not weather protected. Operating
the temperature sensor outdoors, or in wet areas is an electrical hazard and may damage the
temperature sensor while nullifying the warranty.

Equipment precautions

• To avoid possible electric shock and damage to an SNS temperature sensor, make sure that it is

unplugged when working on it.

• For healthcare facilities, temperature sensors are not intended for patient use and must not be

installed within 6ft (2m) of patient contact.

• SNS temperature sensors are cleanable with a cloth moistened with water or a common

disinfectant.

Caution Be sure to test any cleaning solutions on a small area of the temperature sensor before

using it on the entire temperature sensor.

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FCC compliance

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC radio frequency interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B analog device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiver’s antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC radiation exposure limits

To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in section 1.1307, a minimum separation distance of
20 cm is required between the antenna and all persons.

SNS temperature sensor specifications

The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Temperature sensor model Input power Current draw Operating range

SNS7ATPD

6-12V 300mA@9V

32°F to 95°F (0°C to 35°C)

SNS temperature sensor parts and accessories

Description Part number

Thermistor, AC temperature sensor , -22°F to 212°F (-30°C to 100°C) SNS6C1
Glycol bottle thermobuffer SNSGTP
Glycol solution, 1 gallon SNSGLY-1

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Installing SNS temperature sensors

This section presents the following topics:

Mounting an SNS temperature sensor unit

•

Connecting the power supply

•

•

Connecting sensor probes

•

Connecting the network cable

Mounting an SNS temperature sensor unit

All SNS temperature sensors come with self-adhesive hook-and-loop mounting tape.

Note The operating range of the SNS temperature sensor unit is 32° - 95°F (0° - 35°C). If you’re

monitoring temperatures in a freezer, the sensor unit must be mounted outside the freezer.

Connecting the power supply

Insert the power supply plug into the power
supply jack.

Connecting sensor probes

Insert the sensor probe plug into one of the two
sensor probe jacks.

Note You may use either one or two sensor

probes with the SNS temperature sensor
unit.

Connecting the network cable

Power supply jack

Sensor probe jacks

Insert a network cable with an RJ-45 plug into the
network cable jack.

Note It’s only necessary to connect a network

cable if wireless network coverage is not
available.

Mounting an SNS temperature sensor unit Installing SNS temperature sensors

Network cable jack

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