Sensaphone IMS-4000 Users manual - Manual (Page 129)

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Chapter 7: IMS-4000 Sensors
iMs-4863 air flow sensor
introduction
The IMS-4863 Airflow Sensor lets you monitor the movement of air in cooling ducts or inside equipment cabinets. It reports
the relative air flow passing the sensor over a range of 0 to 100%, allowing you to monitor the operation of your cooling and
ventilation systems.
Cabling
The Airflow Sensor connects to the IMS-4000 Host or Node via an RJ-45 cable (e.g. CAT5 cable). The connection from the
sensor to the Host or Node can utilize your existing network wiring infrastructure. 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 sensor can be installed to the wall of a cabinet, inside of a vent, or directly in front of any forced air system. The enclo-
sure can be mounted using the included dual-lock velcro tape, screws, double-sided adhesive foam tape, or with tie wraps.
Your specific requirements will dictate the best mounting method for your application. The only installation requirement is
that the sensing elements protruding from the side of the enclosure must be in the path of air flow.
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Configuration
All IMS Solution sensors are auto-configured when you plug them into the Host or Node. The Airflow Sensor will identify
itself as a 4-20mA transducer. 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 Airflow 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