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Chapter 7: IMS-4000 Sensors
iMs-4816 TeMperaTUre sensor w/ exTernal probe
introduction
The IMS-4816 External Probe Temperature Sensor is designed to connect to the IMS-4000 Host or Node and monitor tem-
peratures in difficult environments or in areas where a traditional sensor won’t fit. The electrical connection between the
sensor and IMS-4000 is made via the attached RJ-45 patch cable. The sensor probe may be secured inside equipment using
the included clamp or it may be hung using tie wraps. Do not install the black plastic enclosure inside of a refrigerator,
freezer or corrosive environment.
Cabling
The External Probe Temperature Sensor comes with an attached 7’ cable with an RJ-45 plug on the end and a weatherproof
probe with 12’ of cable. If the sensor installation is close to the IMS-4000 Host or Node, you can plug it directly into an IMS
environmental input. If the cable is too short you can use the included RJ-45 adaptor and a longer patch cable to extend the
length. For applications where the sensor may be far from the IMS unit, you may utilize your existing network wiring infra-
structure. For example, the sensor may be installed in another room or another floor. Connect the sensor to your structured
wiring network via an RJ-45 jack. At the other end, connect a patch cable from your structured wiring patch panel directly
to the Host or Node environment input.
Caution: The IMS sensors are not TCP/IP devices and therefore should not be connected directly to any
wiring infrastructure that is connected to network equipment such as a hub, router, or switch. Sensors use
RJ-45 plugs and cables similar to those used with Ethernet devices.
Mounting
The temperature sensor housing may be mounted directly on a surface using double-sided tape (included) or it may be
secured to equipment using tie-wraps. The choice depends on your application. The sensor probe must be installed at a loca-
tion that is representative of the average temperature.
Configuration
All IMS Solution sensors are auto-configured when you plug them into the Host or Node. The External Probe Temperature
Sensor will identify itself as a 4-20mA transducer. On the Properties screen for this sensor you must select the sensor type:
Ext. Temp Probe (°F) or (°C). When a sensor is removed, or the connection is disrupted, the configuration data remains
intact but the sensor will go into trouble status and generate a trouble alarm. When the sensor is plugged in again, or the
connection is re-established, configuration data remains unchanged and the sensor returns to normal operating condition.
Caution: Removing a sensor for less than 60 seconds does not produce a trouble alarm. Removing or
unplugging a sensor for more than 60 seconds or plugging in a different sensor at any time will cause a trouble
alarm.
host and node firmware requirements
The External Probe Temperature Sensor requires the following firmware versions in the IMS-4000 Host and updated
ConsoleView software for your computer for sensor compatibility:
iMs-4000 host
• Input board firmware chip version xx.xx.xx.106 or higher
NOTE: Input board firmware is NOT flash upgradeable. A new firmware chip must be installed. For information on
obtaining a new firmware chip, please contact Sensaphone Technical Support at 610.558.2700 or via e-mail at support@
sensaphone.com.
• ConsoleView version 3.0.22 or higher • IMS4K OS version 3.13 or higher
• Voice version 2.12 or higher
*Host version information is viewable through the ConsoleView software on the Version Info screen and the Help>About
selection from the main menu.