Nortec NHSC Nortec OnLine - Manual (Page 3)

OVERVIEW
The Nortec OnLine Option provides a
TCP/IP-based remote monitoring capability to
equipped NHSC or NHDI series humidifiers. The
Nortec OnLine option operates in conjunction with a
centralized server based at Nortec's facilities. This
server allows the user to monitor and control various
aspects of the humidifier operation. If a fault or service
warning is detected the Nortec server will send an
email response to three user-specified personnel.
Nortec OnLine also provides Nortec with the ability to
diagnose the humidifier's performance remotely,
ensuring quick response to customer inquiries.
Nortec OnLine provides the advantages of
immediate notification and quick diagnosis of
humidifier fault conditions, should they arise. Nortec
OnLine also provides a BMS-like interface when a
dedicated Building Management System is not
available or unfeasible. All that is required for Nortec
OnLine’s operation is either a Ethernet connection, an
external phone line or a wireless network connection.
NETWORKING
It is possible to network up to a maximum of 8
humidifiers, configured for Nortec OnLine, to a single
Nortec OnLine Module. This OnLine Module is located
internally to the humidifier. When multiple humidifiers
are desired, only a single module is required and will
be installed inside a 'lead' unit, which can be specified
by the user. Since each unit is separately addressed, it
is possible to monitor and control each unit
independently.
OFFERINGS
Different networking configurations may be
achieved and are mostly dependant on the type of
network present at the site. Nortec OnLine has been
designed to be used over a variety of network
topographies. Simply specify at the time of order,
which type of connection type would be preferable and
any details that may apply (refer to the configuration
form at the back of the manual). Once in the field, a
user can differentiate between the different connection
types by inspecting a tag adjacent to the OnLine
Module. This identifier tag will provide details such as
connection type and part number information.
For sites where Network Ethernet connections are
readily available, the OnLine Module may be plugged
into the Internet through an Ethernet port present on
the control board. Nortec OnLine is capable of
operating with either a Static IP address or a Dynamic
IP address.
The Nortec OnLine Module also comes equipped
with a serial port which allows a dial-up modem or a
wireless GPRS modem to be connected. All the
necessary programming for the connection details will
be pre-programmed at the factory.
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Nortec
Server
External
Internet
Local Server
Local Internet
Figure #1
Networking