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General| Brand | Carel |
|---|---|
| Model | PlantWatch |
| Category | Control Unit |
| Language | English |
Overview of the device's capabilities, compact design, and ease of use.
List of available product codes for different versions and optional kits with their descriptions.
Diagram and description of the connectors on the PlantWatch device and their uses.
Step-by-step instructions for securely mounting the PlantWatch device on a wall.
Detailed guide for connecting power supply, modem, relays, RS485, and RS232 interfaces.
Explanation of the functions performed by each button on the PlantWatch keypad.
Meaning of the status indicated by the LEDs on the PlantWatch modem board.
How to navigate through the PlantWatch screens and menus using the keypad.
Description of the main display screen and navigation to menus and data.
Information on the main screen content, status symbols, and modem indicators.
How to access and filter the event log, viewing all or only active events.
Options for printing event logs, variable logs, and current instrument values.
Accessing details about the variable log, including free space and duration.
Displaying GSM modem status, network operator, signal strength, and error rate.
Information regarding firmware version, compilation date, and checksum.
Viewing the current values of variables acquired by connected instruments.
Configuring the device for automatic sequential display of status screens.
Procedure for entering and exiting configuration menus using a password.
Overview of alarm types generated by instruments and the PlantWatch device.
Classification of alarms based on severity and remote signalling delay.
How alarms are signaled (LEDs, buzzer) and managed through the interface.
Procedure to temporarily disable alarms for specific instruments during maintenance.
Details on the types of variables that can be saved and their acquisition methods.
How data is saved in circular mode and warnings for memory full conditions.
Mechanisms for warning about low memory and automatic log download.
Methods for saving analogue variable values: average, min, max, and last.
How digital variables are saved using the 'forced variation' method.
Limits on the total number of variables and specific types that can be logged.
Calculation of total recording duration based on variable types and sampling intervals.
Operations accessible via keypad, such as checking free space and deleting logs.
Using the PlantWatch Manager for configuration and log management.
Types of reports that can be printed: alarms, events, and variable values.
Configuring automatic printing of reports at specified times or intervals.
How alarm information is transmitted via fax, including filtering and format.
Conditions and filtering rules that govern the sending of fax transmissions.
Logic and sequence for managing fax calls to multiple recipients.
How SMS messages are generated and sent for individual alarm events.
Process and confirmation procedures for sending SMS via a GSM modem.
Method for sending SMS via a PSTN modem through a service centre.
Structure and content details of the SMS messages sent by PlantWatch.
Procedures for contacting the data centre for alarm logs and data downloads.
Configuration and logic for activating the device's output relays.
Accessing and navigating parameter settings using passwords and user levels.
Comprehensive list of configurable parameters with screen codes and default values.
Detailed explanations of parameter groups and the structure of configuration screens.
Settings for device maintenance, including clock setup and log management.
Procedure for setting the internal clock and date of the PlantWatch device.
Procedure for clearing the event and alarm log from the device.
Procedure for clearing the variables log from the device.
Resetting the free space indicator for the variables log after saving data.
Configuration of general settings like installation name and code.
Assigning a text-based identifier for the PlantWatch installation.
Setting a unique numeric identifier for the installation.
Configuring connected units, their types, and addresses in the RS485 network.
Activating self-configuration to automatically detect and set up connected peripherals.
Setting the communication speed for the RS485 serial interface.
Setting passwords and usernames for different access levels to the device.
Enabling the automatic rotation of status screens for continuous display.
Configuration settings for the fax modem, including general and specific options.
Selecting the modem port, dialling mode (pulse/tone), and type (PSTN/GSM).
Enabling calls to the data centre and setting telephone numbers and access credentials.
Configuring fax numbers and conditional call transmission rules.
Configuring the Personal Identity Number (PIN) for GSM modem operation.
Setting up SMS transmission capabilities via GSM or PSTN modems.
Entering and enabling up to three phone numbers for SMS message recipients.
Configuration options for printer functionality and automatic printing schedules.
Enabling the printer and assigning functions to the printer module button.
Setting up automatic printing for events, daily, grouped, and weekly logs.
Configuration settings for alarm signals and logging operations.
Configuring buzzer behavior, including automatic silencing or continuous alerts.
Setting the activation duration for the local alarm relay.
Enabling the printer board relay for watchdog function and alarm signaling.
Configuring the logic for the local alarm relay (normally energized/de-energized).
Configuring the second relay for modem reset or serious alarm notification.
Setting sampling frequencies for analogue (high/low) and digital variables.
Activating signals for automatic log download and warnings about data loss risk.
Resetting the free space indicator for the variables log after data saving operations.
Changing the language for the user interface, faxes, and reports.
Overview of the PlantWatch Manager software for advanced device configuration.
Requirements for connecting and performing pre-settings for configuration via serial or modem.
Using the manager to create and customize instrument templates for alarms and sampling.
Handling multiple definitions for peripherals and limitations of self-configuration.
Manual programming of instruments via direct RS232 using the 'MODI' program.
Details on software class, instrument management, logging capacity, and protocols.
Power supply, connectors, digital outputs, insulation, and interface specifications.
Operating conditions, storage, protection ratings, fire resistance, and assembly details.
Physical dimensions of the PlantWatch device: width, height, and depth.
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