User's Manual
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CHAPTer 5 o SENSOR SETTINGS
General TabFigure 5.2 –
Serial Number –
Shows the 16-digit serial number given to the sensor by
the manufacturer, used to uniquely identify the sensor. This is the only
seing on this screen that cannot be edited.
SmartSensor (Multidrop) ID –
Allows you to enter a 4-character ID
number. This number is used to identify the sensor on a multi-drop
network. Each sensor on such a network must have a unique ID number.
This number is referred to on the Sensor Information page as the sensor ID.
RTMS ID –
Lets you change the RTMS ID. The SmartSensor has been
designed to utilize other protocols for those cases when there might
already be a project built around another type of sensor. If you choose to
communicate using the RTMS protocol, all you need is the RTMS ID.
Note
The RTMS ID number 13 cannot be used for polled communications.
Description –
Allows you to create a description of the sensor and/or
installation site for identication purposes. The description may be up to 32
characters long and will be displayed on the Sensor Information page.
Location –
Allows you to enter the location of the sensor for identication
purposes. The location may be up to 32 characters long and will be
displayed on the Sensor Information page.
Orientation –
Lets you select, from a drop-down menu, the direction
the sensor is facing. The orientation does not aect sensor operation or
alignment and is simply for your information.