Comax Severa User manual

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Contents
1GENERAL 6
1.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................. 6
1.1.1 PSTN / GSM model......................................................................................................................... 6
1.1.2 GPRS model.................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1.3 Severa series features .................................................................................................................... 6
1.1.4 Pictograms used.............................................................................................................................. 7
1.2 CHECKING YOUR ORDER............................................................................................................ 7
1.2.1 The environment ............................................................................................................................. 8
1.3 GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY ...................................................................................................... 8
2IDENTIFICATION 9
2.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAM.............................................................................................................. 9
3INSTALLATION 11
3.1 LOCATION.................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2 DIGITAL INPUTS.......................................................................................................................... 11
3.3 OUTPUTS ..................................................................................................................................... 11
3.4 RS-232 (COM) PORTS................................................................................................................. 11
3.5 SIM-CARD (Only with Severa GSM and GPRS)........................................................................ 12
3.6 ANTENNE (only with Severa GSM and GPRS)......................................................................... 12
3.7 POWER SUPPLY ......................................................................................................................... 13
3.7.1 Mains adapter SV-20..................................................................................................................... 13
3.7.2 Built-in emergency power supply.................................................................................................. 13
3.7.3 Severa PSTN................................................................................................................................. 13
3.7.4 Severa GSM and GPRS................................................................................................................ 13
3.8 PROG / RESET BUTTON............................................................................................................. 14
4SETTING UP THE SEVERA 15
4.1 INSTALLING AND USING SEVPROG ........................................................................................ 15
4.2 PROGRAMMING AND CALLING UP SETTINGS REMOTELY.................................................. 15
4.3 DEFINITIONS OF THE TERMS USED ........................................................................................ 16
4.3.1 Main message (Location name).................................................................................................... 16
4.3.2 Status message............................................................................................................................. 16
4.3.3 Dial-back time................................................................................................................................ 16
4.3.4 Contact input point ........................................................................................................................ 16
4.3.5 Delay.............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.3.6 Correction report (Idle).................................................................................................................. 17
4.3.7 Report block on input channels during mains failures.................................................................. 17
4.3.8 Telephone number and dialling sequence.................................................................................... 17
4.3.9 Required basic settings................................................................................................................. 17

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5HOW THE SEVERA WORKS 19
5.1 FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................................. 19
5.2 REPORT PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................... 19
5.3 STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT MESSAGE............................................................................... 20
5.4 REPORTING STATUS CHANGES .............................................................................................. 20
5.5 REPORTING MAINS MALFUNCTIONS (only with built-in emergency power supply)......... 21
5.6 CONFIRMING A REPORT MESSAGE ........................................................................................ 22
5.6.1 Severa GSM nand GPRS.............................................................................................................. 22
5.6.2 Severa PSTN................................................................................................................................. 22
5.7 ANALOGUE INPUTS.................................................................................................................... 23
5.7.1 Setting up Alarms.......................................................................................................................... 23
5.7.2 Severa menu................................................................................................................................. 25
5.8 REMOTE SWITCHING (only with the Severa GSM and GPRS)............................................... 26
5.9 REQUESTING VERSION NUMBER (only with the Severa GSM and GPRS) ......................... 27
5.10 RECHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY (emergency power supply)................................. 27
5.11 PERIODIC RESTART (RESET) OF THE SEVERA..................................................................... 27
6SEVERA GPRS STEADY CONNECT 28
6.1 CLIENT/SERVER.......................................................................................................................... 28
6.2 CLIENT MODE.............................................................................................................................. 28
6.2.1 Modem Emulation ......................................................................................................................... 28
6.2.2 Transparent ................................................................................................................................... 28
6.2.3 Contact Only.................................................................................................................................. 28
6.2.4 Autologon ...................................................................................................................................... 29
6.3 SERVER MODE............................................................................................................................ 29
6.3.1 Modem emulation.......................................................................................................................... 29
6.3.2 Transparent ................................................................................................................................... 29
6.3.3 None.............................................................................................................................................. 29
6.4 CONTACT INPUTS....................................................................................................................... 30
6.4.1 Report input status including acknowledge (ACK)........................................................................ 30
6.4.2 Reporting input status without ACK .............................................................................................. 30
6.4.3 Reporting input status without ACK, then transparent.................................................................. 30
6.4.4 Transparent ................................................................................................................................... 30
6.5 TIMEOUTS.................................................................................................................................... 31
6.5.1 Data timeout.................................................................................................................................. 31
6.5.2 Connect timeout ............................................................................................................................ 31
6.5.3 IP Activity timeout.......................................................................................................................... 31
6.6 SYSTEM ERRORS ....................................................................................................................... 31
6.6.1 GPRS error.................................................................................................................................... 31
6.6.2 Server error ................................................................................................................................... 31
6.6.3 Listen error .................................................................................................................................... 32

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6.7 SETTING UP SEVERA IP............................................................................................................. 32
6.7.1 GPRS settings............................................................................................................................... 32
6.7.2 Input settings................................................................................................................................. 33
6.7.3 System settings............................................................................................................................. 34
6.8 GPRS SUBSCRIPTIONS.............................................................................................................. 35
7SEVERA GPRS WEBMETER 36
7.1 ALARM REPORTS AND MONITORING ..................................................................................... 36
7.1.1 Synchronisation............................................................................................................................. 36
7.1.2 Activating data transfer.................................................................................................................. 37
7.2 LIGHT WEIGHT SIGNATURE...................................................................................................... 37
7.3 SYSTEM ERRORS ....................................................................................................................... 37
7.3.1 GPRS error.................................................................................................................................... 37
7.3.2 Server error ................................................................................................................................... 37
7.4 SETTING UP THE SEVERA WEBMETER .................................................................................. 38
7.4.1 General.......................................................................................................................................... 38
7.4.2 GPRS settings............................................................................................................................... 38
7.4.3 Input settings................................................................................................................................. 39
7.4.4 System settings............................................................................................................................. 40
7.5 GPRS SUBSCRIPTIONS.............................................................................................................. 40
7.6 HTTP POST PROTOCOL............................................................................................................. 41
7.6.1 Composition of outgoing messages.............................................................................................. 41
7.6.2 Composition of log data................................................................................................................. 42
7.6.3 HTTP POST reactions................................................................................................................... 43
8THE SEVERA AS A MODEM 45
8.1 The basic AT commands............................................................................................................ 45
8.1.1 ATA................................................................................................................................................ 46
8.1.2 ATD................................................................................................................................................ 47
8.1.3 ATE................................................................................................................................................ 47
8.1.4 ATH................................................................................................................................................ 47
8.1.5 ATI................................................................................................................................................. 47
8.1.6 ATL (only with Severa PSTN) ....................................................................................................... 47
8.1.7 ATM (only with Severa PSTN) ...................................................................................................... 47
8.1.8 ATO ............................................................................................................................................... 48
8.1.9 ATQ ............................................................................................................................................... 48
8.1.10 ATS................................................................................................................................................ 48
8.1.11 ATV................................................................................................................................................ 48
8.1.12 ATX................................................................................................................................................ 48
8.1.13 ATZ................................................................................................................................................ 49
8.1.14 AT\N (only with Severa PSTN)...................................................................................................... 49
8.1.15 AT%C (only with Severa PSTN) ................................................................................................... 49

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8.1.16 AT&D............................................................................................................................................. 49
8.1.17 AT&F.............................................................................................................................................. 50
8.1.18 AT&W ............................................................................................................................................ 50
8.1.19 AT+CMGS..................................................................................................................................... 50
8.1.20 AT+CSQ........................................................................................................................................ 51
8.1.21 +++ ................................................................................................................................................ 51
8.1.22 Basic AT command settings for Severa PSTN, GSM and GPRS modems ................................. 51
8.2 EXPERT MODEM USERS............................................................................................................ 52
8.2.1 The inside of the Severa ............................................................................................................... 52
8.2.2 Starting a modem connection ....................................................................................................... 52
8.2.3 Expert user modem initialisation................................................................................................... 53
9TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 54
10 APPENDIX 56
10.1 LED STATUS INDICATION.......................................................................................................... 56
10.2 LIST OF SETTINGS (only with Severa GSM)............................................................................ 59
10.3 REPORTING TO ARA .................................................................................................................. 60
10.4 SEVERA–COMPRI LINK.............................................................................................................. 61
10.4.1 Modem settings............................................................................................................................. 61
10.4.2 Compri-HX / Severa mounting recommendations........................................................................ 61
10.5 NOTES .......................................................................................................................................... 62

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1GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual relates to Severa modems with firmware version 6.0 or higher.
1.1.1 PSTN / GSM model
The Severa is an alarm system raising the alarm and forwarding notification of malfunctions and
calamities by telephone for both manned and automated installations and processes. Depending on
the model used, forwarding is done via either the fixed (PSTN) or mobile network (GSM). Changes in
status are forwarded as SMS message.
Depending on the type ordered the Severa comes complete with all contact inputs, relay outputs,
inputs for analogue signals and/or modem functionality. The user can set the SMS text for reporting
changes, which is also the case with the desired dialling sequence and reset procedure.
1.1.2 GPRS model
The Severa is also available as a special model for GPRS applications with its own manual available.
With this Severa you are "always on line" with your applications in the field. Severa’s unique "auto log
on" concept replaces the often complex GPRS technology with standard modem technology. Consult
our website for more information or contact one of our employees.
1.1.3 Severa series features
Adjustable delays
Built-in emergency power supply (may vary per model)
Mains monitoring (may vary per model)
Periodic restart (reset) of the Severa (can be switched on/off)
Serial interface RS232 connection (9 pole sub D and RJ10 connector)
Settings and SMS texts are permanently stored in the Severa’s internal flash memory.
The Severa can be programmed using the ‘SevProg’ program, which can be downloaded free of
charge at www.adesys.nl.
Changing the telephone numbers and alarm texts remotely, using an SMS message
To make the best possible use of all the features offered by the Severa,
we recommend that you read this user manual carefully.

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1.1.4 Pictograms used
This user manual uses various pictograms.
The meanings of these pictograms are as follows:
1.2 CHECKING YOUR ORDER
Check the packaging for any damage. If your order is damaged or incomplete upon receipt, contact
your supplier immediately.
The standard order includes:
Severa
Connection clamps
Modem/programming cable set
Telephone wire with country-specific telecom plug (only with Severa PSTN)
This user manual
Optional extras are:
Antenna and antenna cable (various models, such as a vandalism-resistant model)
Mains adapter 230VC / 12VDC (article number SV-20)
RS-232, 9-polig Sub-D cable male / female (article no. TB-14)
USB-SERIAL adapter (article no. TB-18)
‘SevProg’ programming tool software (article no. SV-40)
External GPS module (only suitable for the Severa Webmeter models)
Tip or matter of attention

Action to be performed

Reference in an illustration

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1.2.1 The environment
This product contains materials that might harm the environment. To protect the
environment, if the product is to be replaced at the end of its useful life, please do not
deposit it with your household waste. You can return the product to your supplier or turn
it in at a special depot.
1.3 GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY
Each Severa is subjected to extensive testing by ADESYS prior to shipment.
ADESYS offers one year warranty.
The following will terminate the warranty:
If the malfunction was caused by gross negligence or inexpert installation
If the product has been opened and/or any repairs or changes have been made without the
permission of ADESYS
If the serial number proves to have been removed or damaged.
ADESYS cannot be held liable for any consequential damages if the alarm stagnates. Alarms do not
offer a 100% guarantee against damages, but are merely tools for preventing damages.
Consequently, we recommend that you discuss the remaining risk with your insurance company.

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2IDENTIFICATION
2.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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SIM card holder (only with GSM and GPRS models)
2
LED status indicator: antenna level (network), error messages (error) and general status
(on/busy)
3
Serial interface RS-232, RJ-10 connector (com)
4
Programming / resetting key (prog/reset)
5
Input / output connection clamps
6
Mains connection clamps
7
Power switch (on/off)
8
Antenna connection type SMA female (only with GSM and GPRS models)
9
RJ-11 telephone connection (only with PSTN models)
10
Serial interface RS-232, 9-pole sub-D connector
11
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3INSTALLATION
3.1 LOCATION
Place the Severa outside the effects of direct sunlight or other heat sources. Select the place where
you will mount the Severa in such a way that no moisture can enter the machine. The Severa can be
mounted without using screws on a TS35 rail. The surrounding temperatures permitted range from -
20°C to +55°C for the electronic equipment and from -5ºC to +55ºC for the NiMH battery (emergency
power supply).
3.2 DIGITAL INPUTS
The digital contact inputs can be used with either make-contacts or breaker contacts. Activate the
entries only using potential-free contacts or open-collector outputs. The open clamp voltage should be
no less than 1.8V and no more than 3.6V. The contact voltage should be no more than 350A @
3.6V.
3.3 OUTPUTS
The outputs of the GSM and GPRS models can only be switched remotely. The maximum voltage
allowed for these relay contacts is 100V / 1A AC/DC.
3.4 RS-232 (COM) PORTS
The Severa is set up by means of the available RS-232 (com) ports. The cable set included and the
downloadable software programming tool SevProg, are used for this purpose. Which RS-232 (com)
port is used makes no difference to setting up.
If the Severa is used as an external modem it is necessary to choose between the 4 pole RJ-10 or 9
pole SUB-D connections. Default the 9 pole SUB-D connector is selected. This can be changed via
the SevProg using the tab “Modem” and “Handshake” settings.
“Flowcont” or “no flowcont” (=standard) applies to the 9 pole SUB-D connection. When using the 4
pole RJ-10 connection a choice has to be made from DCD, DTR or RI.
This depends on which control signals are used for the application that is employed. However, a lot of
applications do not use these signals.
The Severa has greater transmitting power than standard mobile
telephones. In certain cases, this may affect the functioning of nearby
electronic equipment. The effects depend on the distance between the
antenna and the surrounding equipment.
The internal insulation distances are not suitable for direct switching
using 230V. Always use an additional relay with a spool voltage of no
more than 100V.

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3.5 SIM-CARD (Only with Severa GSM and GPRS)
Read the instructions for setting the PIN code etc. that are shown on the separate form.
Insert the required SIM card as follows:
Switch the Severa off .
The SIM cardholder is made accessible using a pointed object to press the adjacent button, which
releases the holder .
Place the SIM card in the holder and slide the holder back into the Severa .
Switch the Severa on .
3.6 ANTENNE (only with Severa GSM and GPRS)
In areas with reduced reception, place the antenna as high as possible. Connect the optional antenna
cable to the Severa’s antenna connection .
The SIM card should only be inserted when the Severa is fully switched
off. Inserting or removing the SIM card while the Severa is switched on
may damage the memory of the SIM card.
We strongly advise against using a prepaid SIM card for alarm
purposes. The mobile network is not equipped to automatically request
the level of telephone credit available. This means that the absence of
credit will not be noticed and will lead to outgoing alerts coming to a
standstill!
If dialling up with a modem on a GSM model Severa, the Severa should
always have a SIM card with data supplement (GSM data)! Consult
your telecom provider concerning this.
After having connected the antenna, always check the antenna signal’s
field strength (no more than 5 pulses of the yellow network LED).
Changes in the signal strength will be reported very slowly (±30 sec.);
bear this in mind when relocating the antenna etc.

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3.7 POWER SUPPLY
3.7.1 Mains adapter SV-20
A 230VAC / 12VDC mains adapter power supply (article number SV-20) is available for the Severa as
an option.
Take care to check the polarity of the connection block when connecting it to the supply cable.
The yellow connecting wire on the supply cable is positive (+) and the white
connecting wire is negative (-)
An extra fuse is not necessary here.
When the Severa is not supplied by the mains adapter mentioned above, the connection instructions
given in articles 3.7.3 and 3.7.4 apply.
3.7.2 Built-in emergency power supply
Severa modems are also available with a built-in emergency power supply as an option. This consists
of a charger and two NiMH rechargeable batteries. The life expectancy of these batteries depends
very much on the circumstances under which they are used. Regularly check that the emergency
power supply is working correctly by disconnecting the mains supply. It is important that the batteries
are replaced if they are defective otherwise they could damage the Severa.
3.7.3 Severa PSTN
Connect the Severa PSTN to a direct-voltage power supply of 8 to 35VDC (minimum of 2W) or an 8 to
28 VAC transformer (minimum of 3VA). The Severa PSTN’s power plug is galvanically separated from
the other connections, allowing the Severa PSTN to be simply connected to existing power supplies.
Always insert a 1AT fuse between the power supply or transformer and the Severa.
3.7.4 Severa GSM and GPRS
Connect the Severa GSM to a direct-voltage power supply of 8 to 35VDC (minimum of 3W) or a 15 to
28 VAC transformer (minimum of 5VA). The Severa GSM power plug is not galvanically separated
from the other connections. The power connection’s GND plug is linked directly to the input connector
and COM port’s GND plug inside.
As such, we recommend that in the case of any doubt you always check whether or not the application
to which the Severa GSM is to be connected has galvanic separation. You can verify this simply using
an ohm meter to measure the resistance between the power source and each connector of the
application to which the Severa is to be hooked up. If that resistance is less than 10M, they are not
fully separated and there is a risk of malfunctions and/or damage to the Severa and/or the application.
Connecting the Severa GSM or Steady Connect to an application
(process regulator, PLC, computer, active answering machine, etc.)
without galvanic separation if the Severa GSM is connected to the
same power supply creates a real risk of earth loops and/or short
circuits in that power supply!

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If the Severa can be connected to an existing power supply, always insert a 1AT fuse in the supply
clamps’ + or AC connectors.
The Severa can also be powered using the optional 230VAC network adapter (article no. SV-20), in
which case no fuse is required between the power supply and the Severa.
3.8 PROG / RESET BUTTON
When the Severa is switched on, you can check the functioning of the indicator LEDs using the
prog/reset button. When you press this button, all LEDs will light up. The prog/reset button also
allows you to confirm all active input points at once. For more information, see chapter 5.6
CONFIRMING A REPORT MESSAGE
This prog/reset button also serves for activating the Severa’s
programming mode.

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4SETTING UP THE SEVERA
4.1 INSTALLING AND USING SEVPROG
This software programming tool for the PC is used to set up all Severa models. The program can be
downloaded free from Adesys’ website (www.adesys.nl). All basic and modem settings are stored in
the Severa’s internal flash memory.
It is not possible to store the settings on the SIM card!
SevProg has to be installed on your PC before it can be used. Follow the directions given on your PC
screen during the installation process precisely. As soon as the installation process has been
completed start the program by using the shortcut or the MS Windows program menu.
Connect the Severa to a power supply and make a connection between the Severa and the PC using
the serial cable set, which is included.
It makes no difference which of the RS-232 ports is used for setting up. The (serial) cable set, which is
included, is suitable for both connection possibilities. It is also unimportant which of the included
adapters you use. Both the DCD (Data Carrier Detect) and the RI (Ring Indicator) adapter are suitable
for this purpose.
If your PC has no serial connection it is possible to use a USB port on the computer by using the USB
SERIAL adapter, which is available as an option. This adapter can be ordered from Adesys stating
article number TB-18.
The Severa can now be switched on.
After switching on the Severa set it to programming mode by pressing the prog/reset button. After
doing this all the LEDs will start to flash. This is only possible while the green LED flashes on/busy. If
this doesn’t happen switch the Severa off and repeat the previous procedure.
Now select the COM port that the Severa is connected to using the “Options” tab. At the bottom of the
SevProg window, the “Status info” will show whether the Severa has been connected properly.
Enter all the required set-up data in the necessary fields and if necessary follow any instructions
displayed in the right-hand text field. Once all the necessary data has been entered the settings will be
stored in the Severa’s internal flash memory by pressing the “Program” button.
This completes the Severa set-up.
4.2 PROGRAMMING AND CALLING UP SETTINGS REMOTELY
It is possible to send a command line via an SMS message to the Severa to set or change the text of
an alarm and/or an input channel’s telephone number. It’s also possible to call up the current alarm
text and/or telephone number(s) for each input channel. Every command that is sent is then confirmed
with an SMS message.
This functionality is explained with the examples given below.

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#I1N2+31611223344# change telephone number 2 of input 1 to [phone]
#I1N3# remove number 3 of input 1
#I1Ttest alarm# change the text of input 1 to “test alarm”
#I1T# remove the text of input 1
#I1N2?# send telephone number 2 of input 1
#I3T?# send the text of input 3
The mains failure alarm is seen as input 9 on all Severa models that have a built-in emergency power
supply. The text of the mains failure alarm can therefore be called up with the command #I9T?#.
4.3 DEFINITIONS OF THE TERMS USED
4.3.1 Main message (Location name)
The main message is always displayed first with all report messages. If the messages in question are
sent to a central point from various locations, the main message can be used to report the location
from where the status is reported. The maximum number of characters for the message is 50.
4.3.2 Status message
The status message is linked to an input channel. In this way, for example, the machine can be
indicated that is causing the status change on the input channel in question. The maximum number of
characters for this part of the message is 50.
4.3.3 Dial-back time
The dial-back time determines the space of time within which a report message is to be confirmed.
Confirmation can be either by sending back an SMS message (GSM and GPRS models) or by
phoning the Severa (PSTN). The maximum value that can be set is “60” minutes. If it is set to “0”,
alarms need not be confirmed.
4.3.4 Contact input point
Both make-contacts and breaker contacts can be used. Set to “NO” (standard setting) if a make-
contact is used and “NC” for a breaker contact. NO stands for Normally Open (make-contact) and NC
for Normally Closed (breaker contact).
The first letter after the first #must be a capital letter otherwise the
command line won’t be detected!
Please note that status changes of other input points will not be
reported until a current report has been completed. Consequently, the
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4.3.5 Delay
The delay can be used to set a delay for the status message (active and idle). This means that the
report will not be started until the contact has been activated or deactivated for longer than this
amount of time. The maximum value that can be set is “3600” seconds.
4.3.6 Correction report (Idle)
If you wish, once the input channel has returned to the idle mode, a correction report can be sent. In
order to activate this report, set this report field to “yes”.
4.3.7 Report block on input channels during mains failures
It may be desirable to block status reports during mains failures until the failures have been resolved.
To activate the block, enter “yes”. In the event of In the event of a mains failure, any current reports
will immediately be terminated. The input points for which the status report has not yet started or for
which the status report has been terminated will not be restarted until the mains failure has been
resolved.
4.3.8 Telephone number and dialling sequence
The maximum number of digits that can be entered per field is 20. The maximum number of telephone
numbers per input channel is eight. There can be different telephone numbers and dialling sequences
per input. The sequence for dialling out is always from 1 to 8.
4.3.9 Required basic settings
Before you can start programming, you must first complete a number of required basic
settings/actions:
For the SIM-card

Place the SIM card that you wish to use in a mobile telephone or SIM card reader/writer to
enter the following settings.

Change the SIM card’s “old” PIN code to the new PIN code to be used with the Severa, or
else deactivate the PIN code.
If the input channel returns to the idle mode within the delay, no report
procedure will be started.
If no dial-back time has been set, a correction report will be sent to all
numbers set for the input point in question. If a dial-back time has been
set, only the telephone number to which the final report message is sent
will receive a correction report.
The telephone numbers must always be entered in the international
format, with the country code. For Dutch numbers this is +31.
For example: 0651627384 should be entered as [phone]

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
Activate caller identification (using your provider’s service menu).

Deactivate Voicemail (using your provider’s service menu).

Program your provider’s SMS switchboard number (only necessary near borders).
For the receiving telephone

Activate caller identification (only necessary for accepting/confirming alarms).
Deactivating caller identification and activating Voicemail may cause the
Severa to malfunction. If caller identification is deactivated, it will be
impossible to confirm reports.

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5HOW THE SEVERA WORKS
5.1 FUNCTIONS
Once the Severa has been connected, programmed and tested, it is ready for use.
The following functionalities are available:
Reporting status changes
Reporting mains failures
Confirming report messages
Remote switching (only with the Severa GSM and GPRS)
Requesting version number (only with the Severa GSM and GPRS)
5.2 REPORT PROCEDURE
The Severa has two ways of reporting. These can be set for each input channel and depends on the
dial-back time.
Dial-back time “0”
As soon as an input channel becomes active, the report procedure starts. The appropriate report
message is sent to all telephone numbers listed in sequence.
sm
s1
sm
s2
sm
s3
enz.
Inputactive
sm
s8
reportprocedurestops
afterlastcall
Statuses of input and output points are not stored in a permanent
memory. If the power supply is cut off and if the built-in battery, if fitted,
is entirely discharged, the content of this memory will be lost. When the
power supply is restored, the Severa will act as if it is started for the first
time. This may have the following consequences:
After the power supply has been restored only active input points
will be reported again.
No correction report will be sent because the status of that input
point has been reset during the power loss.
Active output points are deactivated.

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With dial-back time “1”……“60”
The report procedure starts as soon as an input channel becomes active. After each report message
has been sent, the Severa waits for the dial-back time for confirmation. The report procedure is
completed when the report message has been confirmed or when the final report has been made.
sms1 sms2 sms3
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Input active
sms8
report procedure stops
after receiving confirmation report procedure stops after last call
5.3 STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT MESSAGE
The messages that the Severa sends to a mobile telephone have a fixed structure. The report
message is structured as follows:
MAIN MESSAGE,INPUT CHANNEL,STATUS REPORT,STATUS,ACTION.
““MAIN MESSAGE”; contains a text (message) that you select, which precedes all report
messages for status or mains failure reports.
“INPUT CHANNEL”; indicates which channel number is active or idle.
“STATUS REPORT”; contains a text (message) that you select, which is connected to the input
channel.
“STATUS”; indicates whether an input channel is Active or Idle.
“ACTION”; this field indicates WHETHER OR NOT the alarm message has to be confirmed. If this
field is left blank (,.), no confirmation is needed. If Confirm is set, receipt of the alarm message
has to be confirmed. For more details, see chapter 5.6 CONFIRMING A REPORT MESSAGE
5.4 REPORTING STATUS CHANGES
When an input channel becomes active, the appropriate report message will be sent to the first
number in the sequence connected to that input point. Once input channel 1 has been activated, the
following will happen.
The green LED (on/busy) will flash 1x to indicate that input channel 1 is active.
After several seconds, the green LED (on/busy) will start flashing rapidly, indicating that the SMS
message is being sent.
If the input channel returns to idle within the delay set, the report
procedure will be terminated at the end of the delay. However, if the
input channel becomes active again during the delay, the report
procedure will be continued.

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The LED (on/busy) will flash 1x again. The SMS message has been sent and the Severa is
waiting for confirmation, if any is required, of the report message sent.
The report message is displayed on the mobile telephone to which the SMS message was sent.
The report message might be structured as follows:
LOCATION,1,PUMP MALFUNCTION,Active,Confirm.
The green LED (on/busy) will continue to show the input point’s status until it is no longer active.
Once the input point returns to the idle mode and if the Severa is set to send a correction report,
the report message will be structured as follows:
LOCATION,1,PUMP MALFUNCTION,Idle
5.5 REPORTING MAINS MALFUNCTIONS (only with built-in emergency power
supply)
If the Severa’s power supply is cut, a mains failure report will be started. The relevant report message
will be sent to the first number in the sequence linked to the mains failure. This is only possible if the
Severa is fitted with the optional emergency power supply. After the power supply has been cut, the
following will happen:
The red LED (error) will flash 5x to indicate that the power supply has been cut.
After a few seconds, the green LED (on/busy) will start flashing rapidly, indicating that the SMS
message is being sent.
The green LED (on/busy) will start flashing again continuously. The SMS message has been sent
and the Severa is waiting for confirmation of the report message, if it is programmed to.
The message will appear on the mobile telephone to which the SMS message was sent. The
message can be structured as follows:
LOCATION,9,MAINS FAILURE,Active,Confirm.
The red LED (error) will continue to show the status of the mains failure until it has been restored.
Once the power supply has been restored and if the Severa is set for sending correction reports,
the report message will be structured as follows:
LOCATION,9,MAINS FAILURE,Idle,.
All status reports must be completed before a new status change (for a
different input channel) can be reported. This means that the report
message must be confirmed or that a report message must have been
sent to all telephone numbers programmed for the input point in
question. The exception to this is the network malfunction report. See
chapter 5.5 REPORTING MAINS MALFUNCTIONS (only with built-in
emergency power supply)