Omega Vehicle Security Wireless Sensor System zSeries - Manual (Page 8)

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PART 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Safety and EMC Considerations
Refer to the Environment/Operating Conditions Section.
Warning: the following parts of the unit are ESD sensitive:
• Plastic connector of the antenna
• LCD display
• Metal connectors for signal and power
• Metal body of the sensor probe
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), data-logging 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
The rugged, high-performance, high power zSeries wireless sensor/transmitter
system provides Web-based monitoring of Temperature, Humidity, and Barometric
Pressure measurements.
The compact wireless "End Devices" mount discretely on the wall in clean rooms,
laboratories, museums, computer server rooms, warehouses, and any remote facility.
Compact End Devices (zED) are powered by two AA 1.5V alkaline batteries.
The high power End Devices run on either AC power, low voltage power, or batteries. The
AC version (zED-P, zED-LCD) is powered by a 5 Vdc universal AC power adapter that
operates on any voltage worldwide (110 to 240 Vac). Should AC power fail, the unit can
operate on a 3.6V ultra-long-life lithium back-up battery (included).
A low power option (zED-DC) operates at 10 to 30 Vdc, or 24 Vac.
A completely wireless End Devices are powered by two AA (zED-LCD-AA) or two C-cell
(zED-CCELL) alkaline batteries. These End Devices can operate for weeks, months, or
years before changing the batteries. Battery life depends on the type of sensor and other
user settings such as the frequency of transmission.