STW/THW Wireless Sensors Installation Guide
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STW/THW Wireless Sensors
Installation Guide
CONTENTS
Installation Factors ...........................................1
Adequate RF Range/Path to the Gateway ..............2
Adequate Light for Sensor Charging ....................2
Accurate Temp/Humidity Measurement ................2
Remove Backplate ................................................2
(Optional) Install Battery Backup .............................3
.......................................................3
Mounting ............................................................3
Operation ............................................................4
Troubleshooting ...................................................4
Erratic Temperature Readings .............................4
Sensors Not Discovered .....................................4
Sensor Signals or Values Erratic or Lost ...............4
Setpoint Adjustment Does Not Work ....................4
Wrong Values ...................................................5
Other Issues ....................................................5
NOTE:
The sensor begins operation as soon as
the solar cell has charged the internal
energy storage device. Under normal
operating conditions this should be no
more than a few
minutes
. However, if the
sensor has been in dark storage for 36
months or more (deeply discharging the
energy storage), it may take several
days
(depending on ambient light intensity)
for the circuit to become fully charged
and operational. Expose the sensor
to adequate light sources well
before
installation as needed.
NOTE:
Because the wireless sensors normally
transmit only several times per hour
to conserve power,
allow at least 30
minutes for transmissions to be received
and all the relevant object values to be
updated
when verifying normal operation.
NOTE:
Sensors only transmit. They do not receive
signals from a gateway.
NOTE:
for specifications and
other information.
NOTICE
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
SENSITIVE DEVICES
SELECT MOUNTING LOCATION
Installation Factors
Proper mounting location for wireless, solar-
powered sensors is far more critical than for
traditional wired sensors. When picking a location
to mount the sensor, the installer must be aware
of optimal placement regarding
all three of the
following factors
:
INTRODUCTION
Complete the following steps to mount a KMC
STW-6010, STW-6014, or THW-1102 wireless
sensor and connect it to a Conquest™ HPO-
9007NW or HPO-9007DW gateway.
KMC recommends
charging
up the sensors,
configuring
them near the gateway, and
testing
them (for signal strength, etc.) in the intended
locations
BEFORE
permanently
mounting
them.
Read carefully the following sections BEFORE
attempting installation.
STW-6010 and THW-1102
STW-6014
