CONTROL SOLUTIONS VFC800-WIFI - Initial Logger Preparation; Office-Based Configuration Steps; On-Site Deployment Preparation

Preparing a VFC400-WiFi for first use VFC400-WiFi User Guide 8
Preparing a VFC400-WiFi for first use
Before your VFC400-WiFi can record temperature data and upload readings to LogTag
®
Online you need to
perform a few setup steps.
In the office
These steps are completed in your office, using a PC connected to the internet.
l install the backup batteries into the unit
l download and install the latest version of Control Solutions VTMC 3. You can do this from the Control
Solutions, Inc. Software Download page
l configure the unit using Control Solutions VTMC
l connect the VFC400-WiFi to your wireless network using the LogTag Online Connection Wizard
l complete the device setup in LogTag
®
Online, including associating the VFC400-WiFi with a location
On-site
Once you have completed this process you can take the logger to the location where it will be installed and
l connect external power
l connect a sensor and place the unit, preferably using a wall mount bracket
l start the logger
l test the connection to LogTag
®
Online to verify data can be successfully uploaded.
You can find more information about connecting and setting up your network connection in Wireless
Connectivity on page18.