Omega ZW Series User manual

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Table of Contents
NOTES, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS..................................................................................................................... 3
PART 1: INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................... 4
SAFETY AND EMC CONSIDERATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................4
ESD Warning................................................................................................................................................ 4
EMC Considerations...................................................................................................................................... 4
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ..............................................................................................................................................................................................4
Inspecting Your Shipment:............................................................................................................................ 4
Manuals / Software...................................................................................................................................... 4
INCLUDED WITH YOUR ZW-REC ......................................................................................................................... 5
DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
PART 2: HARDWARE ............................................................................................................................................ 7
ZW-ED DIAGRAM................................................................................................................................................................................................7
DIP SWITCHES.......................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Setting the Network ID: ................................................................................................................................ 8
Setting the Device ID: ................................................................................................................................... 9
POWER BUTTON ................................................................................................................................................................................................11
DIMENSIONS AND MOUNTING.........................................................................................................................................................................11
PART 3: INITIAL SETUP ....................................................................................................................................... 12
ANTENNA WARNING .........................................................................................................................................................................................12
CHOOSING A WIRELESS NETWORK ID................................................................................................................. 12
CHOOSING A DEVICE ID .................................................................................................................................. 12
CONNECTING YOUR SENSORS...........................................................................................................................................................................12
POWERING THE UNIT ........................................................................................................................................................................................14
Batteries .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Coin Cell..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Line Power ................................................................................................................................................. 15
START UP AND ENUMERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................15
PART 4: SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................... 16
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS .........................................................................................................................................................................16
POWER...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Input Power ............................................................................................................................................... 16
Batteries (Included):................................................................................................................................... 16
Safety Qualified AC Power Adaptor (Optional): ........................................................................................... 16
ENVIRONMENTAL ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
BATTERY LIFE ......................................................................................................................................................................................................16
POWER CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL)...................................................................................................................... 16
APPENDIX A: RF TOPICS ..................................................................................................................................... 17
RF Channel Selection .................................................................................................................................. 17
Signal Strength Indicator............................................................................................................................ 17
Maximizing Range...................................................................................................................................... 18
APPENDIX B: WIRELESS CERTIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................... 19
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ...........................................................................................................19
INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT..............................................................................................................................................................................19
CE STATEMENT..........................................................................................................................................................................................................19
APPENDIX C: SAFETY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE .......................................................................................... 20
Safety: ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
EMC........................................................................................................................................................... 20

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Radio ......................................................................................................................................................... 20
CE .............................................................................................................................................................. 20
FCC / IC: ..................................................................................................................................................... 20
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:............................................................................................................ 20

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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 ZW-ED Wireless End Device.
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.

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PART 1: INTRODUCTION
Safety and EMC Considerations
ESD Warning:
Warning: The following parts of the unit are ESD sensitive:
• Antenna
• LCD display
• Metal connectors for signal and power
• Metal body of sensor probes
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 differential 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!
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.
If you need assistance, please contact the Customer Service Department nearest
you.
Manuals / Software:
The latest User Manual as well as free software including iConnect and Omega
Dashboard are available at the website listed on the cover page of this manual.

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Included with Your ZW-REC
Figure 1.1: ZW-ED Included Items
• ZW-ED Wireless End Device
• 2.4GHz Antenna
• Mounting Kit including screws, anchors, mounting bracket and feet.
• CR2032 Battery (Pre-Installed)
• 2x C Cell Batteries

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Description
The new, high-performance, long range, OMEGA
TM
ZW-ED wireless End Device
provides robust wireless environmental and process monitoring. The ZW-ED transmits
to a Wireless Receiver, such as the new ZW-REC. The ZW-REC provides web-based
monitoring of all of OMEGA’s IEEE 802.15.4 compatible Wireless End Devices.
The ZW-ED is IEEE 802.15.4 compliant and operates at 2.4 GHz. It communicates
over distances up to 1000m
1
(3280'). The ZW-ED monitors and transmits Temperature,
Humidity, Light and Barometric Pressure. OMEGA offers a wide variety of compatible
sensors to suit every application.
The ZW-ED can run off of 2 Cell Batteries for up to 7 years. For applications that
require high update rates, or even longer up time, an optional AC adaptor is available.
The ZW-ED also offers strong data assurance. The receipt of each reading is confirmed
by the Receiver. If communication with the Receiver is lost the ZW-ED continues to
record readings and transmits them the next time you connect to the network. Even if
the ZW-ED loses power, the built in Real Time Clock (RTC) and RTC backup battery
keep a consistent time base.
The ZW-ED is designed to communicate with the all new ZW-REC. The ZW-REC
offers greatly expanded functionality over previous wireless receivers. The ZW-REC
can connect to up to 128 End Devices at once. The built-in web server supports
encryption to protect your sensitive data. The ZW-REC can also wirelessly update
firmware for the ZW-ED and Compatible Sensors.
The ZW-REC is designed to require no software to setup and run. A standard web
browser can be used to monitor and chart all sensor readings. The browser can also be
used for all configuration of the ZW-ED. Firmware updates for the ZW-ED and
compatible sensors can also all be loaded directly from the web browser.
Each ZW-REC receiver can support up to 128 ZW-ED End Devices and up to 8
receivers can be setup in one area allowing for networks of up to 1028 total End
Devices. For large networks the Omega Dashboard web server software can be used to
allow the monitoring of devices connected to different receivers from a single webpage.
1
Without obstructions or interferences
2
Battery life varied with update rate. See Battery Power Section.

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PART 2: HARDWARE
ZW-ED Diagram
Figure 2.1 –ZW-ED Diagram
Table 2.1 –ZW-ED Diagram
1
Power Button
8
CR2032 Clock Backup Battery
2
Transmit LED
9
Serial Number
3
Mounting Holes (x4)
10
User Configuration Label
4
C Cell Battery Holders
11
2.4GHz Antenna
5
5 –36VDC / 24VAC Power Connector
12
Hinge
6
M12 Digital Probe Connector
13
LCD (Optional)
7
Lid Screw

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DIP Switches
Figure 2.2 –ZW-ED DIP Switch Detail
The ZW-ED has two banks of DIP switched located near the battery holder, inside
of the unit, for easy configuration. Figure 2.2 shows a close up view of the switches. To
change the DIP switches, use a tweezer or small screwdriver to gently push the switch.
Do not apply excessive force.
Setting the Network ID:
The set of 4 switches, labeled Network ID in Figure 2.2, set the Network ID. The
Network ID (or NID) identifies which Receiver the ZW-ED will communicate with. If
there are multiple Receivers deployed in the same area each one must have a unique
NID. Make sure the same NID is selected on each of the End Devices you wish to
monitor from a single Receiver. Record the NID in the Net Addr. field of the User
Configuration Label for future reference. (See Figure 2.1 .)
Table 2.2 –Network ID
Caution: The NID may be set with a different set of switches on your Receiver.
Please refer to your Receiver user manual to determine which switches
correspond to the NID.
Switch
NID
PID
8
7
6
5
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
0
13106
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
1
13107
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
2
13108
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
3
13109
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
4
13110
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
5
13111
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
6
13112
OFF
ON
ON
ON
7
13113
Switch
NID
PID
8
7
6
5
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
8
13114
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
9
13115
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
10
13116
ON
OFF
ON
ON
11
13117
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
12
13118
ON
ON
OFF
ON
13
13119
ON
ON
ON
OFF
14
13120
ON
ON
ON
ON
15
13121

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Setting the Device ID:
The set of 8 switches, labeled Device ID in Figure 2.2 , set the Device ID. The
Device ID (or DID) uniquely identifies each ZW-ED to its Receiver. If there are multiple
End Devices connected to a Receiver each one must have a unique DID. The ZW-ED
supports Device IDs 0 to 127. Refer to Table 2.3 and Table 2.4 for the correct switch
settings for each DID. Record the DID in the Unit Addr. field of the User Configuration
Label for future reference. (See Figure 2.1 .)
Table 2.3 –Device ID (0 –63)
Switch
DID
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
0
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
1
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
2
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
3
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
4
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
5
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
6
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
7
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
8
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
9
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
10
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
11
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
12
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
13
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
14
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
15
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
16
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
17
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
18
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
19
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
20
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
21
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
22
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
23
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
24
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
25
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
26
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
27
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
28
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
29
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
30
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
31
Switch
DID
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
32
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
33
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
34
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
35
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
36
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
37
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
38
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
39
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
40
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
41
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
42
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
43
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
44
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
45
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
46
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
47
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
48
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
49
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
50
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
51
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
52
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
53
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
54
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
55
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
56
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
57
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
58
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
59
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
60
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
61
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
62
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
63

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Table 2.4 –Device ID (64 - 127)
Switch
DID
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
64
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
65
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
66
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
67
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
68
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
69
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
70
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
71
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
72
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
73
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
74
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
75
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
76
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
77
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
78
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
79
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
80
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
81
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
82
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
83
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
84
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
85
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
86
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
87
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
88
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
89
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
90
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
91
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
92
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
93
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
94
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
95
Switch
DID
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
96
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
97
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
98
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
99
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
100
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
101
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
102
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
103
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
104
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
105
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
106
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
107
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
108
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
109
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
110
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
111
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
112
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
113
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
114
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
115
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
116
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
117
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
118
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
119
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
120
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
121
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
122
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
123
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
124
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
125
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
126
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
127

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Power Button
The Power Button is located on the top of the ZW-ED. (See Figure 2.1 .) It allows for
rebooting and shutting down the ZW-ED. You may need to reboot the ZW-ED to have it
rejoin the network, if your Network ID, Device ID, Receiver, or Probe has changed, or if
a different RF Frequency is selected. To reset the ZW-ED, quickly press the power
button. When released the ZW-ED remunerates. The unit updates the Network ID and
Device ID, detects connected sensors, and searched for a Receiver.
Holding the reset switch for longer than 3 seconds will turn off the ZW-ED. When
holding the reset switch the blue LED turns on. When the blue LED turns off release the
switch and the unit will be powered off. Pressing the switch again will turn the unit back
on. Remove the Alkaline Batteries before long term storage of the ZW-ED.
Dimensions and Mounting
The ZW-ED includes all required hardware for mounting. To mount the ZW-ED,
position unit where required. Mark the location of the top center of the unit. Refer to
Figure 2.3 to mark and drill four pilot holes as indicated. Use the included drywall
anchors if needed. Open the lid of the ZW-ED to access the mounting points. Use the
included screws to secure the ZW-ED.
Figure 2.3 –Mounting Dimensions
• When mounting the unit be sure to leave room on the top to access the Power
button and on the bottom and side for the Probe and Antenna.
• Mount the unit away from any large metal obstructions such as posts, catwalks,
or large machinery.
• For best wireless range do not co-locate the ZW-ED with other 2.4GHz wireless
equipment such as wireless routers or access points.
• For best wireless range elevate the ZW-ED and keep a directline of sight the
Receiver.

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PART 3: Initial Setup
This section guides you through the setup of your ZW-ED. Please do not power on
the unit until instructed. Ensure your Receiver is set up before setting up your ZW-ED.
You will need to know the Network ID of your Receiver before the ZW-ED can be set
up. If you power on your ZW-ED before your receiver is setup and running, you may
need to reset it to join the network.
Antenna Warning
Before powering up the ZW-ED ensure the supplied antenna is properly installed.
Running the ZW-ED without an antenna, or with an unapproved antenna, may cause
damage to the device and/or cause operation outside of regulatory compliance. Omega
Engineering accepts no liability and issues no warranty for devices operated improperly.
Choosing a Wireless Network ID
The Wireless Network ID (NID) selects which Receiver the ZW-ED communicates
with. Selected the NID using the 4 DIP switches found inside the unit next to the battery
holder. See Section 2.2 for detailed instructions. If you are adding an End Device into
an existing wireless sensor installation, first determine which Network ID your existing
Receiver is using and use the same settings. Use Table 2.2 to determine the correct
DIP switch settings for the ZW-ED.
If this is a new installation with only one Receiver it is recommended to use the
default NID of 0. All ZW-EDs ship with a default NID of 0. If this installation requires
multiple Receivers, ensure that each Receiver has a unique NID.
Record the NID in the Net. Addr. field of User Configuration Label for easy
reference in the future.
Choosing a Device ID
The Device ID (DID) uniquely identifies your ZW-ED on your wireless network. No
two End Devices on your network may have the same Device ID and Network ID. Your
ZW-ED comes preconfigured to use DID 0. If this is a new network, it is suggested you
start assigning your Device IDs sequentially. If this ZW-ED will be added to a current
deployment be sure to check for existing DIDs before assigning a new one. Use Table
2.3 to determine the correct DIP switch settings.
Record the DID in the Unit Addr. field of User Configuration Label for easy
reference in the future.
For large deployments it is recommended that you keep a list of Device IDs and
Network IDs currently deployed to ensure devices are not misconfigured.
Connecting your Sensors
The ZW-ED works with a wide variety of sensors. Most sensors come packaged in a
probe and each probe is suited to different applications. Some probes may contain
multiple sensors. The ZW-ED automatically detects connected sensors on power up
and transmits that data to the Receiver. No additional configuration is required. Table
3.1 provides a partial list of supported digital probes. These digital probes may be
directly connected to the M12 Digital Probe Connector. (See Figure 2.1 .) An extension
cable may be used with digital probes if desired.

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Table 3.1 –Compatible Probes
Probe
Sensor
Type
Smart
Sensor
Description
zTP1-P
T
No
Stick probe with 10’ Cable
zTP2-P
T
No
Lug Mount probe with 10’ Cable
zTHP-P
T, H
No
6” Industrial Probe with 10’ Cable
Temperature / Humidity
zTHP2-P
T, H
No
3” Industrial Probe
Temperature / Humidity
zBTHP-P
T, H, B
No
6” Industrial Probe with 10’ Cable
Temperature / Humidity / Barometric Pressure
zBTP-P
T, B
No
6” Industrial Probe with 10’ Cable
Temperature Barometric Pressure
BTH-SP-X-Y
T, H, B
Yes
3” Industrial Probe
Temperature / Humidity / Barometric Pressure
Order Options:
X # Desired Simultaneous Readings
Y -- Standard 3” Probe
BH Bulk Head Mount Probe
BTHL-SP-X
T, H,
B, L
Yes
3” Industrial Probe
Temperature / Humidity / Barometric Pressure /
Light
Order Options:
X # Desired Simultaneous Readings
Probe Installation
To install or change a probe, first power
down the ZW-ED by holding the Power
Button for 3 seconds. See Section 2.3 for
more details. To remove a probe, grasp the
metal knurl only and turn it in a counter
clockwise direction. DO not rotate the probe
body.
When installing a new probe or cable
take note of the alignment key in the
connector. Align this key with the keyway in
the mating connector on the ZW-ED. The
keyway is located closest to the cover of the
ZW-ED. See Figure 3.1 for more details.
Turn the metal knurl of the probe in a
Figure 3.1 –Digital Probe Connector
clockwise direction while leaving the probe body stationary. Ensure that the probe is
inserted to the base of the knurl to maintain a NEMA 4
1
rating on the ZW-ED.
Caution: Do not rotate the body of the probe or cable. Do not use pliers, vice
grips or other tools on probes. Hand tighten only.
1 Probes many not be NEMA 4 rated. NEMA 4 Rating applies only to ZW-ED.

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Powering the Unit
Once the NID and DID are set and the Antenna and Probe are installed the ZW-ED
may be powered on.
The ZW-ED is powered using low cost Alkaline C cell batteries, the external M8
connector or both. The ZW-ED automatically switches from the internal batteries to the
external power if available. If the external power is removed, the ZW-ED switches back
to the internal batteries.
Figure 3.2 –Battery Installation
Batteries
To install the batteries, open the ZW-ED and unscrew the lid screw using a Philips
head screwdriver. The battery orientation is marked on the battery holders and is shown
in Figure 3.2 . Install the supplied Alkaline C Cell batteries as indicated.
To remove the batteries, insert a screw driver under the battery and gently loosen it.
Remove the battery on the right first to make room to remove the remaining battery.
Caution: Use only 1.5V alkaline batteries in the ZW-ED. Other battery
chemistries may damage your ZW-ED or lead to reduced battery life.
Coin Cell
The ZW-ED comes with a CR2032
Lithium Coin cell battery pre-installed.
This battery keeps the real time clock for
the ZW-ED running even when the unit is
not powered and has an expected life time
of more than 10 years under room
temperature conditions. If it needs to be
replaced, carefully remove the battery
from the holder.
Caution: Do not use conductive
pliers or other grasping tools that
may short the battery terminals.
Figure 3.3 –Coin Cell Holder

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Insert a new battery taking note of the proper orientation as shown in Figure 3.3 .
The positive battery terminal contacts the large terminal and faces towards the top of
the ZW-ED.
Line Power
The ZW-ED may also be powered using line power. The Power Connector can
accept 5V
DC
to 36V
DC
and 24V
AC.
An optional Safety Qualified AC adaptor
1
is available
to simplify installation. If you are supplying your own power for the ZW-ED, a M8 Field
Installable Connector is available. A soldering iron is required to use the M8 Field
Connector. Refer to Figure 3.4 for the correct wiring for the ZW-ED.
Figure 3.4- Power Connector
To install an external power connector, first remove the dust cap on the ZW-ED
Power Connector. Align the sockets in the connector with the pins on the ZW-ED. Insert
the connector and rotate the metal knurl clockwise while holding the connector body
steady. Ensure the connector is tight. The connector should be firmly mated to maintain
NEMA 4 ingress protection. Some exposed threads are normal when the connector if
mated.
Caution: Do not rotate the body connector. Do not use pliers, vice grips or other
tools. Hand tighten only.
Start Up and Enumeration
The ZW-ED starts automatically when power is applied. On power up, the ZW-ED
reads the Network ID and Device ID, detects any connected sensors, and establishes a
link to the Receiver. The blue link indicator LED flashes while the ZW-ED searches for a
Receiver. Once communications are established, the LED will flash quickly and turn off.
The LED will flash again each time a new reading is transmitted.
If the LED does not stop blinking it indicates the ZW-ED cannot establish a
connection to the Receiver. Check that the Receiver is on and configured correctly.
Check that the Network ID on both the ZW-ED and the Receiver are the same. After
making any changes, press the Power Button on the top of the unit to reset the ZW-ED
and force it to rescan for the Receiver.
Once a link has been established, close the lid of the ZW-ED and tighten the lid
screw. To maintain a NEMA 4 rating, make sure the lid is flush with the body and does
not show any gaps. The ZW-ED is now ready for use. Refer to your Receiver user
manual for instruction on how to view readings, change the measurement frequency
and log data.
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PART 4: SPECIFICATIONS
Wireless Communications
Standard: IEEE 802.15.4, DSSS
Frequency: 2.4 GHz (2400 to 2483.5MHz), 16 channels
Network Topology: Star topology
Transmit Power: 9.5dBm
Receiver Sensitivity: -96dBm
Range: Up to 1000 m (3280')
1
Power
Input Power:
Input Voltage: 5 to 36 V
DC
, 24V
AC
+/- 10%
Input Power: 0.8 W maximum
Batteries (Included):
2x C-Cell Alkaline
1x CR2032 Coin Cell (RTC Backup Only)
Safety Qualified AC Power Adaptor (Optional):
Nominal Output: 5 V
DC,
@ 0.6 A
Input: 100 to 240 V
AC
, 50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Environmental
-18 to 55°C (0 to 130°F)
90% RH non-condensing
NEMA 4
General
Agency Approvals: ECCN 5A992, EMC 2014/30/EU
LVD 2014/35/EU, RED 2014/53/EU
Software: Compatible with the OMEGA
TM
Dashboard
Battery Life
Update Time
Estimated Battery Life
10 Seconds
2.5 Years
30 Seconds
5 Years
>60 Seconds
Up to 7 Years
Power Connector (Optional)
Operating Temperature: -25 to 90°C (-13 to 194°F)
Allowable Cable Diameter: 3.5mm to 5.0mm
Sealing: IP 67 when mated
1 Without obstructions or interference.

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APPENDIX A: RF Topics
This section discusses some topics to ensure the best RF coverage range.
RF Channel Selection
The 802.15.4 wireless standard uses 16 RF channels numbered 11 through 26.
Each channel has a bandwidth of 2MHz and channels are separated by 5MHz. When a
ZW-ED is powered on it automatically searches for a Receiver with the same Network
ID by scanning each RF channel. The Receiver dictates the RF channel the ZW-ED will
use. You may choose to manually select your RF Channel at the Receiver. See you
Receiver User Manual for more information.
You may want to manually select an RF channel if you are running multiple
receivers in one area. While multiple Receivers can coexist on the same RF channel,
selecting different channels is recommended. Using separate RF channels will reduce
potential interference between systems. This is particularly true for large deployments.
Wi-Fi networks may also create interference with the ZW-ED. Wi-Fi networks
operate on fixed frequencies with channels occupying 20MHz or 40MHz of bandwidth.
While there are many Wi-Fi Channels there are only a few non-overlapping channels
that are generally used. Figure A.1 shows the 802.15.4 channels mapped against the
occupied bandwidth of the most commonly used Wi-Fi Channels in North America and
Europe. If you know what WiFi channels are currently in use, select an 802.15.4
channel that does not overlap with it to reduce interference.
Figure A.1 –Global Frequency Chart
Signal Strength Indicator
When the ZW-ED transmits, it reports its Received Signal Strength to the Receiver.
This reading can be viewed on your Receiver and indicates how well the ZW-ED can
hear the Receiver. The received signal strength is important because each transmission
sent by the ZW-ED must be confirmed by the Receiver. If the ZW-ED does not receive
a confirmation it will retry sending the data until successful.
The ZW-ED has a receive sensitivity of -96dBm or better. It is recommended that
the received signal be at least -86dBm on average to maintain reliable communications.
In most cases this means that the Signal Strength reading should be 15% to 20%.
Figure A.2 shows the rough mapping from Received Power to Signal Strength. Receive
power is measured in dBm which is a logarithmic term. For every 10dBm increase in
receive power the actual power is increased by 10 times.
If the wireless link is weak the ZW-ED will need to re-transmit often which lowers
its battery life. Use the Diagnostic page on your Receiver to view the Signal
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Signal Strength vs ReceivedPower
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
-110 -100 -90
-80
-70
-60
-50
-40
-30
-20
-10
Power [dBm]
Figure A.2 –Received Power Chart
Maximizing Range
Under favorable conditions the ZW-ED can achieve a, line of sight, wireless link
distance of up to 1000m. Generally, most indoor applications will not be able to achieve
these distances, although steps can be taken to maximize range. Ensure the Receiver
and End Device are located away from large obstacles and other RF sources such as
Wireless Access points and microwaves. Keep objects clear of the zone between the
End Device and Receiver. Metal objects, walls, and cubical partitions will all significantly
reduce the signal strength.
The antenna provided with the ZW-ED is a dipole. Care must be taken in the
positioning of the antenna to achieve the best possible range. The gain of the antenna
is lower along the axis of the antenna. Do not point the ZW-ED antenna in the direction
of the Receiver. When possible, the ZW-ED antenna should be parallel to the Receiver
antenna.
Keep the antenna away from dense or metallic structures. Metallic structures should
be kept away by at least 0.8" (2 cm), although 2.4" (6 cm) is recommended. Objects too
close to the antenna may screen the ZW-ED from the Receiver. Reflections off nearby
objects can also cause destructive interference reducing received signal strength.
For long distance connections the ZW-ED and the Receiver should be elevated to
keep the signal from being attenuated by the ground. Elevate each device by at least
0.6 meters above the ground for each 100 meters or separation. It is best to keep this
same clearance distance to walls, ceilings and other obstructions as well.
Signal Strength [%]