Omega iBTX and iBTHX Owner's manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Part 1: Introduction

1.1 Safety and EMC Considerations........................................................................2

1.2 Before You Begin ................................................................................................2

1.3 Description ..........................................................................................................2

Part 2: Hardware

2.1 Mounting .............................................................................................................4

2.1.1 Mounting the Wall Mount iServer .......................................................4

2.1.2 Mounting the DIN Rail iServer ............................................................5

2.1.3 Removal from DIN Rail ........................................................................5

2.2 DIP Switches........................................................................................................6

2.2.1 DIP Switch Usage ................................................................................6

2.3 Parts of iServer Unit ...........................................................................................7

2.4 Network Communication Interfaces .................................................................8

2.4.1 10Base-T RJ-45 Pinout.........................................................................8

2.4.2 10Base-T Crossover Wiring.................................................................8

2.5 Industrial Probe ....................................................................................8

Part 3: Network Configuration

3.1 Network Protocols .............................................................................................9

3.2 Ethernet (MAC) Address ....................................................................................9

3.3 DHCP .............................................................................................................10

3.4 DNS .............................................................................................................10

3.5 Default IP Address.............................................................................................11

3.6 Port Number.......................................................................................................11

Part 4: Operations

4.0 Testing the Connection.....................................................................................12

4.1 iConnect Software.............................................................................................13

4.2 Setting a new IP Address over the Network ..................................................15

4.3 Setup and Operation using a Web Browser ..................................................16

4.3.1 Read Sensor .......................................................................................17

4.3.1.1 Java Runtime Environment 1.7 Setup Instructions.........................17

4.3.1.2 Browser Proxy Selection ...................................................................18

4.3.2 Chart ....................................................................................................19

4.3.3 Configuration ......................................................................................20

4.3.4 Sensor Parameter ...............................................................................22

4.3.5 Access Control ..................................................................................23

4.4 Telnet Setup ......................................................................................................25

4.5 HTTPget Program..............................................................................................25

4.5.1 HTTPget using Port 1000 ..................................................................26

4.5.2 HTTPget and ARP to setup Device IP Address ...............................27

4.6 ARP Protocol .....................................................................................................27

4.7 Remote Access (Tunneling) .............................................................................29

4.7.1 Local iServer .......................................................................................30

4.7.2 Remote iServer ..................................................................................31

4.8 iLog Software ....................................................................................................32

4.9 Mail Notifier Software .......................................................................................34

4.9.1 Installation...........................................................................................34

4.9.2 Program Options Setup and Configuration ....................................35

4.9.2.1 Sending Email Messages to a Cell Phone........................................36

4.9.3 Device Setting Setup and Configuration ..........................................36

Part 5: Specifications .................................................................................................................. 37

Part 6: Factory Preset Values ......................................................................................................40

Appendix A Glossary.............................................................................................................41

Appendix B IP Address ........................................................................................................42

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Appendix C IP Netmask.........................................................................................................43

Appendix D ASCII Chart .......................................................................................................44

ASCII Chart Control Codes .............................................................................45

Appendix E iLog Error Messages.........................................................................................46

Appendix F Sensor System ..................................................................................................47

Part 7: Approvals Information

7.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ............................................................49

7.2 FCC ..............................................................................................................49

LIST OF FIGURES:

Figure 1.1 iServer with Probe on the Ethernet Network ....................................................3

Figure 2.2 Mounting - Wall Mount iServer ..........................................................................4

Figure 2.2 Mounting - DIN Rail iServer ...............................................................................5

Figure 2.3 Removal - DIN Rail iServer ...............................................................................5

Figure 2.4a DIP Switch - Wall Mount iServer ........................................................................6

Figure 2.4b DIP Switch - DIN Rail iServer ............................................................................6

Figure 2.5 Parts of iServer Unit............................................................................................7

Figure 2.6 RJ45 Pinout ........................................................................................................8

Figure 2.7 10Base-T Crossover Cable Wiring ...................................................................8

Figure 2.8 Industrial Probe Wiring Hookup ........................................................................8

Figure 3.1 Labeling ..............................................................................................................9

Figure 3.2 DIP Switch on Bottom Side of iServer ............................................................10

Figure 3.3 Telnet Login into the iServer ............................................................................11

Figure 4.1 Pinging the iServer from MS-DOS Prompt ...................................................12

Figure 4.2 Assigning an IP Address using iConnect ......................................................13

Figure 4.3 Accessing the iServer for Configuration .......................................................13

Figure 4.4 Access Control ................................................................................................15

Figure 4.5 iServer Home Page Menu ...............................................................................16

Figure 4.6 Login and Administrator Password ................................................................16

Figure 4.7 Read Sensor ....................................................................................................17

Figure 4.8 Chart ..............................................................................................................19

Figure 4.9 Configuration ...................................................................................................20

Figure 4.10 Sensor Parameter ............................................................................................22

Figure 4.11 Remote End Char ..............................................................................................23

Figure 4.12 Access Control .................................................................................................24

Figure 4.13 ARP Commands and Responses ...................................................................28

Figure 4.14 PC-to-Device Communication..........................................................................29

Figure 4.15 Device-to-Device Communication ...................................................................29

Figure 4.16 Local iServer (Serial to Ethernet) Configuration Page .................................30

Figure 4.17 Remote iServer Configuration Page ...............................................................31

Figure 4.18 iLog Software Logging Data ............................................................................32

Figure 4.19 iServer Mail Notifier Main Window ..................................................................33

Figure 4.20 iServer Mail Notifier Profile Setup ...................................................................34

Figure 4.21 iServer Mail Notifier Device Setting ................................................................35

Figure F.1 RH Accuracy Chart ...........................................................................................47

Figure F.2 Temperature Accuracy Chart ..........................................................................47

Figure F.3 Normal Range ...................................................................................................47

LIST OF TABLES:

Table 2.1 Parts of iServer Unit ....................................................................................7

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NOTES, WARNINGS and CAUTIONS

Information that is especially important to note is identified by the following labels:

• NOTE

• WARNING or CAUTION

• IMPORTANT

• TIP

NOTE: Provides you with information that is important to successfully

setup and use the iServer.

CAUTION or WARNING: Tells you about the risk of electrical shock.

CAUTION, WARNING or IMPORTANT: Tells you of circumstances or

practices that can affect the instrument’s functionality and must refer

to accompanying documents.

TIP: Provides you helpful hints.

FEATURES

• Virtual Chart Recorder

• Web Server

• Accurate Readings

• Password Protection

• Email Alarms

• Data Logging

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PART 1

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Safety and EMC Considerations

Refer to the CE Approval Section

EMC Considerations

• Whenever EMC is an issue, always use shielded cables.

• Never run signal and power wires in the same conduit.

• Use twisted-pair wires for signal connections.

• Install Ferrite Bead(s) on signal wires close to the instrument if EMC problems persist.

Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may result in injury!

1.2 Before You Begin

Inspecting Your Shipment: Remove the packing slip and verify that you have received

everything listed. Inspect the container and equipment for signs of damage as soon as

you receive the shipment. Note any evidence of rough handling in transit. Immediately

report any damage to the shipping agent. The carrier will not honor damage claims

unless all shipping material is saved for inspection. After examining and removing the

contents, save the packing material and carton in the event reshipment is necessary.

Customer Service: If you need assistance, please contact the Customer Service

Department nearest you.

Manuals, Software: The latest Operation Manual as well as free iServer configuration

software (iConnect), datalogging software (iLog) and Mail Notifier are available at the

website listed on the cover page of this manual or on the CD-ROM enclosed with

your shipment.

1.3 Description

View Barometric Pressure, Temperature + Humidity with a Web Browser.

The iServer transmitter let’s you monitor and record Barometric Pressure, Temperature,

Relative Humidity and Dew Point over an Ethernet network or the Internet with no special

software except a Web Browser.

The iBTHX is for barometric pressure, temperature, relative humidity and dew

point. The iBTX is for barometric pressure and temperature. The difference

between the iBTHX and the iBTX is only the probe/sensor.

The iServer serves Active Web Pages to display real time readings, display charts of

barometric pressure, temperature and humidity, or log data in standard data formats for

use in a spreadsheet or data acquisition program such as Excel or Visual Basic.

The virtual chart viewed on the web page is a JAVA™ Applet that records a chart over

the LAN or Internet in real time. With the iServer, there is no need to invest time and

money learning a proprietary software program to log or chart the data.

Adjustable Charts

: Chart scales are fully adjustable on the fly. For example, the chart

can display one minute, one hour, one day, one week, one month or one year.

Temperature and humidity can be charted across the full span (-40 to 85°C, and 0 to

100% RH) or within any narrow range (such as 20 to 30°C). Barometric Pressure can be

displayed in mbar (hectopascals hPa), millimeters of Mercury (mmHg), or inches of

Mercury (inHg).

Display and Chart Measurements: The iServer transmitters come complete with a barometric

pressure, temperature and humidity probe for measurement of a single location.

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Award-winning Technology: The iServer is simple to install and use. It features award-

winning technology that requires no special software except a Web Browser.

The iServer connects to an Ethernet Network with a standard RJ45 connector and sends

data in standard TCP/IP packets. It is easily configured with a simple menu using a Web

Browser and can be password protected. From within an Ethernet LAN or over the

Internet, the user simply types its IP address or an easy to remember name such as

"Room 5" or "ServRoom" in any Web Browser, and the iServer serves a Web Page with

the current readings.

Typical Applications: The iServer is great for monitoring temperature + humidity in

applications such as: clean rooms, computer rooms, HVAC systems, pharmaceutical

and food processing and storage, hospitals, laboratories, semiconductor fabs, electronic

assembly, warehousing, museums, manufacturing, greenhouses, farm animal shelters,

and many more.

Email Alarms: All iServer models that are on a LAN that is connected to the Internet can

trigger an alarm that can be sent by email to a single user or to a group distribution list,

including text messages to cell phones and PDA’s.

This device can be purchased as a stand alone DIN Rail mounted unit

(iBTX-D or iBTHX-D), as a bench/wall mount unit (iBTX-W or iBTHX-W), or as a

bench/wall mount unit with an LCD display, Flash Memory Card and Back-up

Battery (iBTX-SD).

The following example illustrates how you can hookup an iServer to your network:

A standard web browser can be used to monitor and chart barometric pressure,

temperature, humidity, and dew point. The browser can also be used to configure the

device’s IP address, passwords for access and overall configuration parameters.

An iLD Big Display can display temperature and barometric pressure received from an

iServer over the Ethernet or the Internet. The following example illustrates how you can

hookup an iServer and iLD to your network:

Figure 1.1 iServer with Probe on the Ethernet Network

ETHERNET

DC POWER IN

RESET

COL!

ON!

TX!

RX!

!

COMPUTER

(iLOG application

software)

COMPUTER

(Standard

Web Browser)

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PART 2 HARDWARE

2.1 Mounting

2.1.1 Mounting the Wall Mount iServer

Position unit where required. Mark and drill the two #6 screw holes.

After bracket is mounted on the wall, align back of unit over the three bracket clips, once

engaged, slide downward, the unit will snap in place.

Figure 2.1 Mounting - Wall Mount iServer

It is recommended that you ground your unit. With one end of a wire connected

to earth ground, the other side can be wrapped around the ground screw,

located on the bottom of the case.

If unit is to be mounted on a flat surface, you may take the bottom rubber feet off

the unit.

66.0 [2.60]

33.0 [1.30]

93.1 [3.67]

38.1 [1.50]

27.3 [1.07]

Bracket Clips (3)

Drill 3.6 [0.14] (2 plcs)

Use #6 Screws (Provided)

to Mount the Bracket

Ethernet

Ground Screw

on Rear of Case

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2.1.2 Mounting the DIN Rail iServer

To install unit onto DIN Rail:

a) Tilt unit, position mounting slot onto DIN Rail, as shown.

b) Push unit towards DIN Rail and it will snap into place.

Figure 2.2 Mounting - DIN Rail iServer

2.1.3 Removal from a DIN Rail

a) Insert flat screw-driver into tab and push downwards.

b) Unit will detach from DIN Rail.

Figure 2.3 Removal - DIN Rail iServer

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2.2 DIP Switches

2.2.1 DIP Switch Usage

The iServer is shipped with all DIP switches in "OFF" position.

1) N/C - not used

2) To change to default factory settings

3) To enable/disable DHCP

4) N/C - not used

To set the iServer to factory default settings, slide DIP switch #2 to ON position.

Power the iServer on and wait about 10 seconds until the iServer fully boots up.

Set the DIP switch #2 back to OFF position (it does not matter if the iServer is

powered ON or OFF, just make sure that the DIP switch is set to OFF, otherwise,

every time the unit is power-cycled the factory settings will take over.

To enable the DHCP, besides using DIP switch #3, set the iServer’s IP address

to 0.0.0.0. An iServer with IP address of 0.0.0.0 will request an IP address,

gateway address, and subnet mask from a DHCP server over the Ethernet.

Figure 2.4a DIP Switch Figure 2.4b DIP Switch

Wall Mount iServer DIN Rail iServer

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ON

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2.3 Parts of the iServer Unit

* Applies only to iBTHX models

Figure 2.3 Parts of the iServer Unit

Table 2.1 Parts of iServer Unit

SENSOR DB9 or Screw Terminal Block Connections

ETHERNET RJ45 interface for 10BASE-T connection.

RESET Button: Used for power reseting the iServer.

ACTIVITY LED (Red) Blinking: Indicates network activities (receiving or sending packets).

NET LINK LED (Green) Solid: Indicates good network link.

DIAG LED (Yellow and Green) Diagnostics: at boot-up they light up for 2 seconds, then

turn off; DHCP: if DHCP is enabled, they blink and stay solid periodically

POWER LED (Green) Solid: Indicates Power-ON (for -W model only).

DC Power Supply Section:

+ Plus power supply wire connection (inside the plug for -W model).

- Minus power supply wire connection (outside the plug for -W model).

iBTHX-D / iBTX-D

Pin# Top Connector

5 Data In (B) Orange

6 CLK (B) Blue

7 SCK (H)* Red/Blk

8 Data (H)* Wht/Blk

Pin # Bottom Connector

1 3.3V Red

2 GND White

3 N/C

4 Data Out (B) Black

iBTHX-W / iBTX-W DB9

Pin# Signal Pin# Signal

1 Data Out (B) 6 Data In (B)

2 N/C 7 CLK (B)

3 N/C 8 SCK (H)*

4 Data (H)* 9 3.3 Vdc

5 GND

B = Barometric Pressure

*H = Humidity

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2.4 Network Communication Interfaces

2.4.1 10Base-T RJ-45 Pinout

The 10BASE-T Ethernet network (RJ-45) system is used in the iServer for network

connectivity. The 10 Mbps twisted-pair Ethernet system operates over two pairs of wires.

One pair is used for receiving data signals and the other pair is used for transmitting data

signals. This means that four pins of the eight-pin connector are used.

Figure 2.6 RJ45 Pinout

2.4.2 10Base-T Crossover Wiring

When connecting the iServer directly to the computer, the transmit data pins of the

computer should be wired to the receive data pins of the iServer, and vice versa. The

10Base-T crossover cable with pin connection assignments are shown below.

Figure 2.5 10Base-T Crossover Cable Wiring

2.5 Industrial Probe

Choose one which gives the best signal

integrity-

1) Connect Probe’s Shield to RTN if Probe Housing

is not

connected to Earth Ground.

OR

2) Connect Probe’s Shield to Earth Ground if Probe

Housing is not connected to Earth Ground.

Refer to Section 2.3 for connector details.

Figure 2.6 Industrial Probe Wiring Hookup

METAL HOUSING

IS CONNECTED

TO SHIELD WIRE

Pin Name Description

1 +Tx + Transmit Data

2 -Tx - Transmit Data

3 +RX + Receive Data

4 N/C Not Connected

5 N/C Not Connected

6 -Rx - Receive Data

7 N/C Not Connected

8 N/C Not Connected

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Use straight through cable for

connecting the iServer to an

Ethernet hub. The ports on the

hub are already crossed

PART 3

NETWORK CONFIGURATION

3.1 Network Protocols

The iServer can be connected to the network using standard TCP/IP protocols.

It also supports ARP, HTTP (WEB server), DHCP, DNS and Telnet protocols.

3.2 Ethernet (MAC) Address

MAC (Media Access Control) address is your computer's unique hardware number.

When you're connected to the LAN from your computer, a correspondence table relates

your IP address to your computer's physical (MAC) address. The MAC address can be

found on the label of your device and contains 6 bytes (12 characters) of hexadecimal

numbers XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX hex

For example: 0A:0C:3D:0B:0A:0B

Remove the small label with the default IP address and there will be room to put

your IP address. See Figure 3.1

Figure 3.1 Labeling

#.#

MODEL NO:

SERIAL NO:

INPUT POWER:

IP:

MODEL NO:

SERIAL NO:

INPUT POWER:

IP:

#.#

MAC ADDRESS

LABEL IN

HEX CODE

REMOVE DEFAULT

IP ADDRESS LABEL

AND PUT NEW

CUSTOMER'S

IP ADDRESS

iSERVER'S VERSION #

MAC ADDRESS

LABEL IN

HEX CODE

iSERVER'S VERSION #

REMOVE DEFAULT IP

ADDRESS LABEL AND PUT

NEW CUSTOMER'S

IP ADDRESS

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3.3 DHCP

DHCP, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, enables computers and network devices to

receive their IP configurations from a DHCP server.

If DHCP is enabled on your iServer, as soon as the iServer that is connected to the

network is powered on, there will be an exchange of information between the iServer and

the DHCP server. As a result, the DHCP server will assign an IP address, a Gateway

address, a Subnet Mask, and a DNS address to the iServer. Note that the DHCP server

must be correctly configured to make such assignments.

If fixed or static IP address is desired, the DHCP function must be disabled.

The iServer is shipped with DHCP disabled (factory default).

The DHCP can be enabled by setting the DIP switch #3 to ON position (refer to Figure

3.2).

It’s very important to communicate with the network administrator in order to

understand DHCP and its existing configurations on the host server before

enabling DHCP on the iServer.

The iServer is shipped with a default static IP address of 192.168.1.200 and

Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.

DIP switch # 3 shown in “ON” position

Figure 3.2 DIP Switch on iServer

Setting the iServer’s IP address to 0.0.0.0 will also enable DHCP.

3.4 DNS

DNS, Domain Name System, enables computers and devices to be recognized over a

network based on a specific name instead of IP addresses.

For example, instead of having to use http://192.168.1.200 (IP address), you would use

http://eis03ec or any name up to sixteen alphanumeric characters defined as a Host

Name in the iServer’s web server.

The default Host Name for an iServer is "eis" followed by the last four digits of the MAC

address of that iServer unit.

On Windows servers where DHCP and DNS are separate functions it is very

important to configure the DHCP server to communicate with DNS in order for

the iServer’s Host Name to correctly respond. If you cannot access the iServer

using its Host Name, please contact your network administrator to make sure

DHCP and DNS servers are linked together

OFF

ON

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3.5 Default IP Address

The iServer is shipped with a default IP address of 192.168.1.200 and Subnet Mask of

255.255.255.0. If you are going to use a Web browser or Telnet program to access the

iServer using its default IP address, make sure that the PC from which you’re

establishing the connection has an IP address that is in the same range as the iServer’s

IP address (192.168.1.x, where x can be any number from 1 to 254.

Your PC’s IP address cannot

be the same as the iServer’s IP address.

You also need to make sure that your PC’s Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. This is a

good way to access the iServer over the network and make any configuration changes

needed. If 192.168.1.200 is already in use on your network, use an Ethernet crossover

cable between your computer and the iServer to change the IP address or any other

settings within the iServer.

3.6 Port Number

All TCP connections are defined by the IP address and a port number. A port number is

an internal address that provides a TCP/IP interface between an application software on

a computer and a device on the network or between two devices on the network.

There are three default TCP socket port numbers assigned to the iServer:

1. Port 1000 when using HTTPget program (see Section 4.5).

2. Port 2000 when trying to access the sensor (probe) connected to the port of the

iServer to receive data.

3. Port 2002 when trying to access the iServer itself for Power Recycling the iServer

remotely. This can be done using Windows standard Telnet application.

Power recycling the iServer can also be done through the iServer’s Web Server (see

Section 4.2).

Telnet stands for Telecommunications Network, it is a protocol that provides a way for

users (or clients) to connect to computers (or servers) on a network, whether in the next

building or across the world.

Example: C:\>Telnet 192.168.1.200 2002

You will then get the following screen.

Figure 3.3 Telnet Login into the iServer

You can open a Telnet session using other terminal emulation programs like Tera Term

Pro (downloadable from the internet), which is a free software for MS-Windows. It

supports VT100 emulation, Telnet connection and serial com port connections.

Firmware Version x.xx

Admin. Password:00000000

Admin. Login Successful

reset

The unit will reset in 5 seconds

_

The default

Admin. Password

Type "reset"

to reboot

the server

C:\

Telnet 192.168.1.200

PART 4

OPERATIONS

This iServer can be used and configured in several ways, depending on user’s preference

and network setup. It can be configured using a Web browser, like Netscape or Internet

Explorer. It can also be configured using iConnect Configuration Software.

If DHCP and DNS servers are used, the connection is very simple, no need to find the right

IP address or watch for network conflicts, these are all done for you by your network DHCP

and DNS server. All that is left for you to do, is to enable DHCP on the iServer (see Section

2.2) and use a straight network cable to connect the iServer to a hub and power it up.

If DHCP is not the preferred method, you can configure your PC’s network connection with

an IP address of 192.168.1.x that is in the same range as the iServer’s default IP address

(192.168.1.200) and connect to the iServer using a cross-over network cable between your

PC’s network port and the iServer. After you’re done with configuring the iServer, you can

always set your PC back to its original settings.

On your computer, from the MS-DOS Prompt window type "ping 192.168.1.200” and

press Enter. If DHCP and DNS servers are used type “ping eisxxxx”, where xxxx are the

last four digits of the iServer’s MAC address, located on the back of the device. You should

get a reply as shown in Figure 4.1.

You can use the iServer’s host name (eisxxxx) instead of its IP address only if

your DHCP server is configured to communicate with your DNS. Please consult

with your IT department for details.

4.0 Testing the Connection

Figure 4.1 Pinging the iServer from MS-DOS Prompt

This proves that the connection is proper and you can get into configuration or run mode

using the Telnet or Web browser.

C:\>ping eis03ec�

Pinging eis03ec with 32 bytes of data:�

�

Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=15ms TTL=60�

Reply from eis03ec: bytes=32 time=8ms TTL=60�

�

Pinging statistics for eis03ec:�

� Packets: Sent=4, Received=4, Lost=0 (0% loss)�

�

Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:�

� Minimum=8ms, Maximum=15ms, Average=9ms

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4.1 iConnect Software

The iServer may also be assigned an IP Address by using the iConnect software.

a) Download the iConnect software from the website listed in this manual.

b) Install iConnect software on a networked PC. This software is compatible with

Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, and XP.

c) Use iConnect to assign an IP address to the iServer and access its web pages for

configuration. You can also use any standard web browser to access the iServer’s

web pages. Consult with your IT department for obtaining an IP address.

Figure 4.2 Assigning an IP Address using iConnect

1) Place the IP address in this box.

2) Take the MAC address from the label attached to the bottom of the iServer and

place it in this box.

3) Click here to send the above IP address to the iServer.

4) After the IP address is assigned to the iServer, click here to access it’s web pages.

5) Click here to Ping the iServer whose IP address is shown in the IP address box.

6) Click here to find all the iServer’s on your network .

7) The IP addresses for the iServer’s found by the iConnect will be listed here.

8) These fields indicate the IP address and the subnet mask of the PC on which the

iConnect is running.

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4.1 iConnect Software (continued)

d) To access the iServer for Configuration:

Click on the “View Webpage” button, you will access the iServer’s home page, refer to

Section 4.3 for details.

Figure 4.3 Accessing the iServer’s Home Page Menu

iSERVER HOME PAGE

Read Sensor

Access Control

Chart

Configuration

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4.2 Setting a New IP Address over the Network

Besides using the iConnect software, you may use the iServer’s default IP address to

access it and assign a new IP address to it.

The iServer is shipped with a default IP address of 192.168.1.200 and Subnet Mask of

255.255.255.0. You can configure your PC’s Network connection with an IP address that

is in the same range as the iServer’s IP address (192.168.1.x) and connect to the iServer

using a crossover network cable between your PC and the iServer.

With this completed, you can go to the DOS-Prompt and ping 192.168.1.200. If you

receive responses back (Figure 4.1), you can go to the Web browser and type in

http://192.168.1.200 and it will take you to the iServer’s Home Page.

Select

,

button, you’ll be asked for the password. First default LOGIN

password is "12345678" and the ADMINISTRATOR password is "00000000", then you

should be on the Access Control page were you can simply type in the desired Static IP

address, and click Save.

For more details about the “Access Control” page refer to Section 4.3.5.

Figure 4.4 Access Control

For the IP address to take effect, the iServer needs to be turned OFF/ON. Clicking the

“Power Recycle” button will turn the iServer OFF and ON. Pressing the physical button

marked “RESET” on the iServer does the same thing.

You can now connect the iServer to an Ethernet hub using a straight through cable,

power it up, and follow the ping routine mentioned in the previous section.

ACCESS CONTROL

Login Password:

Admin Password:

Host Name:

MAC Address: 0A:0B:0C:0D:0E:0F

IP Address:

Gateway Address:

Subnet Mask:

Main Menu

Access Control

Save Reset

0.0.0.0

00000000

12345678

255.255.255.0

192.168.1.200

eis0e0f

http://192.168.1.200

Power Recycle

Access Control

4.3 Setup and Operation Using a Web Browser

• Start your web browser.

• From the browser you type http://eisxxxx using the last four-digits from the MAC

address label located on the device if DHCP and DNS are used. If a static IP address

is used, then simply type http://x.x.x.x, where x.x.x.x is the iServer’s IP address.

• The Home Page, shown in Figure 4.5, will be displayed.

Figure 4.5 iServer Home Page Menu

In order to access certain menu items of the Home Page, users may be

prompted for a password, as shown in Figure 4.6.

Figure 4.6 LOGIN and ADMINISTRATOR Passwords

There are 2 different access levels:

1. ADMINISTRATOR Password (administrator) allows certain groups and individual users to

access and modify "entire" iServer parameters without any restrictions.

The default password is 00000000. This password can be up to 16 alphanumeric case-

sensitive characters.

2. LOGIN Password

(operator) allows users to access and modify all of the iServer’s

parameters, except “Access Control” which requires an Administrator password.

The "Read Sensor" does not require a password.

The default password is 12345678. This password can be up to 16 alphanumeric

case-sensitive characters.

ADMINISTRATOR

LOGIN

http://192.168.1.200 http://192.168.1.200

iSERVER HOME PAGE

Firmware Version x.x

http://192.168.1.200

iServer Home Page

Read Sensor

Access Control

Chart

Configuration

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Omega iBTX and iBTHX Owner's manual

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