SENSORMETRIX Argon 100 User manual

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Argon Series Hardware User Manual
Version: 1.3
4 April 2012

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Contents
What’s in the Box……………….…………………………………….
Page 3
Introduction……………….…………………………………..…………
Page 4
Basic Setup……………….………………………………………………
Page 5 –6
LED Configuration and status……………….………………….
Page 7
Set-up Proton-1 Sensor Adapter……………….…………….
Page 8 –9
SMS Commands……………….………………………………………
Page 10 –14
General Notes……………….…………………………………….……
Page 15
Technical Diagrams……………….…………………………………
Page 16 –17
Installation Consideration……………….……………………….
Page 18 –19
Safety Recommendations…………………………………………
Page 20
Conformity Assessment……………………………………………
Page 21
Appendixes
Appendix A Quick Start Guide………………………………….
Page 22
Appendix B Power Connection………………………………….
Page 23 –24
Appendix C Supplied Antenna: Siretta Delta 2……….
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What’s in the Box
Argon 100 Kit.
Argon Base
Unit
Proton1
Sensor
Adaptor
Siretta
Delta 2
Antenna
Argon
Power
Supply
RS232
Cable for
PC
Connection
RS232 to
USB
Convertor
Argon 200 –Same as Argon 100 kit plus.
2-Way Sensor Hub
Argon 500 –Same as Argon 100 kit plus.
5-Way Sensor Hub
Optional Accessories
Temp-Sense STN
Temp-Sense Flat
Temp-Sense
Outdoor
Temp-Sense Rack
1, 3, 5 & 10m
3m
3m
3m
-10°C to 70°C
-30°C to 60°C
-10°C to 70°C
-10°C to 80°C

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Introduction
The Argon alert and monitoring solution allows the user to pre-set a temperature range
and receive an alert (via SMS, phone call, email or server script) if the current
temperature exceeds the pre-set range.
An email/http log is also supported, allowing emailing of temperatures once an hour
from readings taken at 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 minute intervals (Settings are user
configurable) prior to the sending the temperature data-log to the configured email
address.
The Argon software is controlled via the use of SMS command messages, these are
standard text messages sent from a mobile phone which are formatted in a specific way
to configure the software (i.e. change GPRS settings) or via a Windows compatible based
configuration tool (USB to serial driver and Microsoft .NET framework required –ensure
Windows has latest service pack installed on your computer).
The Argon software is designed to operate only with Sensormetrix temperature 1-wire
sensors in conjunction with Serial RS232 Proton-1 Temperature adapter. (Included in
Argon kit).
Functions include:
Remote temperature reporting of site equipment
Logging of temperature data in remote locations via email/HTTP post
Over/under temperature alarm notification via SMS and phone call (DTMF alert
tone), HTTP post alert and email.
Instantaneous temperature reading via status SMS
Note: HTTP post support allows integration of logs and alerts from the unit to existing
server side reporting / management applications.
Features
Global Quad Band GSM/GPRS Engine
External GSM Antenna for increased performance
Specifications
Frequency Band: 850/900/1800/1900MHz
Dimensions: 93 mm x 67 mm x 28 mm
Weight: 385g
Supply Voltage: 5v-60v
Modem Temp Limits: -20⁰C ~ +70⁰C
Sensor Temp Limits: -30⁰C ~ +125⁰C

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Basic Setup
Front View
Rear View
1. RS232 Temp-Sensor Attachment connects to Proton-1. (see page ~~~)
2. Mini-USB (Used for Argon-GPIO only) –not used for Argon-Temp Series.
3. LED Status Lights
4. SIM Card Holder
5. Antenna Connector (SMA Female)
6. Mains Powers (Supply Voltage:5v-60v)
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Setup
Insert SIM Card
With the Argon RS232 sensor pointing down insert the SIM card this way
See quick start guide (Appendix A)
Power Connection
Use the power supply provided for powering the Argon from standard wall socket.
For power connection see quick start guide (Appendix A)
See Appendix B for use of alternative power supply
Antenna Connection
See quick start guide (Appendix A)
Antenna Technical Information (Appendix C)
SIM CARD

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LED Configuration and status
LED Status Lights
Red Light
Flash rate once per second: GSM Network search / not registered / turning off
Slow rate once every 3 s: Registered full service / GSM Signal OK
Constant ON: Ringing OR call in progress
OFF: Module power down
The following table shows the meanings for the LED status and the different states that they
represent.
LED Colour
LED Status
Description
Red
Flash once per second
Searching for GSM network
Red
Flash once every 3 seconds
Registered to GSM network
Red
Permanently off
Terminal off
Blue
Permanently off
Attempting to connect to GPRS network
Blue
Permanently on
Connected to GPRS network
Green
Permanently off
Attempting to connect to server
Green
Permanently on
Connected to server
Green
1 Flash
Main loop processed
Green
2 Flashes
Read Temperature(s)
Green
3 Flashes
Alert Triggered
Green
4 Flashes
Log Triggered
Green
5 Flashes
Notify Successful
Green
11 Flashes
No Temperature(s) Read

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Set-up Proton-1 Sensor Adapter
ARGON 100 Set-up
1. Connect the proton-1 adapter to the RS232 connection on the Argon unit.
2. Power off the Argon, wait 8-10 seconds and power up the Argon.
3. The green status light on the Proton-1 will now rapidly bink to indicate it’s in
programming mode.
4. Connect a temp-sense probe to the Proton-1.
5. Wait 20 seconds and the light will blink steadily once per second on each
successful temperature read.
ARGON 200 Set-up (for up to 2 sensors)
1. Connect the proton-1 adapter to the RS232 connection on the Argon unit.
2. Power off the Argon, wait 8-10 seconds and power up the Argon.
3. The green status light on the Proton-1 will now rapidly bink to indicate it’s in
programming mode.
4. Connect a temp-sense probe directly to the Proton-1. (do not use hub at this
stage)
5. Wait 10 seconds, once the rapid light stops disconnect the sensor –this will be
sen1 for configuration.
6. Connect second temp-sense probe to Argon unit.
7. Wait 20 seconds and the light will blink steadily once per second on each
successful temperature read.
8. Disconnect sensor –this will be sen2 for configuration
9. Attach hub to Argon and connect sensors to hub.
ARGON 500 Set-up (for up to 5 sensors)
1. Connect the proton-1 adapter to the RS232 connection on the Argon unit.
2. Power off the Argon, wait 8-10 seconds and power up the Argon.
3. The green status light on the Proton-1 will now rapidly bink to indicate it’s in
programming mode.
4. Connect a temp-sense probe directly to the Proton-1. (do not use hub at this
stage)
5. Wait 10 seconds, once the rapid light stops disconnect the sensor –this will be
sen1 for configuration.
6. Connect second temp-sense probe to Argon unit.
7. Wait 10 seconds, once the rapid light stops disconnect the sensor –this will be
sen2 for configuration.
8. Repeat steps 6 & 7 for additional sensor(s)
a. Note: You do not have to use all 5 sensors.
b. Note: On last sensor go to step 9.
9. Wait 20 seconds and the light will blink steadily once per second on each
successful temperature read.
10. Disconnect sensor.
11. Attach hub to Argon and connect sensors to hub.

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STEADY STATE OPERATION
Once the power up initialisation has been completed, the unit will go into the steady
state operation mode. In this mode it will cycle through all the attached temperature
sensors that have been identified and stored in non-volatile memory. The time taken to
cycle through and read all the sensors depends on how many sensors are attached.
On reading a sensor the green LED will blink to indicate that a measurement has
completed.
If new temperature sensors are attached during run time operation, these new sensors
will be ignored. Sensors can only be detected as part of the power up process. If sensors
are removed, or some event prevents them from being read, this is an error condition.
In error, the sensor will report back a value of -999.9⁰C.
Add or Remove Sensors.
To add or remove sensors at a later date the Proton-1 to needs to be put in to
programming mode again.
1. Disconnect all sensors or hubs from the Proton-1
2. Power off the Argon, wait 8-10 seconds and power up the Argon.
3. The green status light on the Proton-1 will now rapidly bink to indicate it’s in
programming mode.
4. Now follow setup procedure above for all sensors.
a. Note: All sensors must be reprogramed.

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SMS Commands
The Argon software is controlled via the use of SMS Command messages, these are
standard text messages sent via a mobile phone which are formatted in a specific way to
configure the Argon (i.e. change GPRS settings).
The default password is connect.
To test the Argon is functioning correctly send an SMS command to the Argon SIM phone
number from a mobile phone and type the message connect status This will Retrieve
the current temperature readings and send the data via SMS to the number this
originated the request.
The full Argon SMS commands are:-
SMSPASSWORD
Allows setting of a new password. The password is required in all SMS command
messages sent to the unit. The default password is connect. Valid values are 1-12
characters of 0-9, a-z lowercase only.
Format: [smspassword] smspassword [new_password]
Example: connect smspassword banana123
GPRS
GPRS settings are required for email alerts & reporting.
Allows settings of the GPRS APN, username, and password for the SIM card. These are
obtained from the SIM card provider.
Format: [smspassword] gprs [apn] [username] [password]
Example: connect gprs payandgo.o2.co.uk payandgo password
NAME
Setting of the Argon unit name used to identify the Argon unit when events (alarms /
logs) are sent.
Format: [smspassword] name [name]
Example: connect name Server Room 1