
FP400 initial calibration
FP400 Product Guide
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Testing the fence condition
To determine if there are any loose fittings or parts of the fence that can cause nuisance alarms in
windy weather, grip a fence panel in the middle and gently push and pull on the fence with an
increasing motion and force. Listen for any metal on metal contact noise and run a UCM
magnitude response plot while conducting the shake test. When you review the plot, look for any
response spikes that are over the threshold. If the shake test causes metal on metal contact, or
generates response spikes over the threshold, locate and correct the problems on the fence. This
will help to prevent nuisance alarms during inclement weather.
The Universal Configuration Module
The Universal Configuration Module (UCM) is a Windows based software application, which
serves as the calibration, setup and maintenance tool for the FP400 sensor system. The UCM
communicates with the FP400 processor locally through a USB connection, or remotely via the
Silver Network Manager. When you start the UCM, a window displays that enables you to specify
the device to which you are connecting (see
).
Senstar recommends that the initial calibration be done at the processor location using a direct
USB connection to the UCM.
Note
Consult the online help for detailed information on UCM operation.
Tip
Save UCM files with a meaningful name including the time and date.
The files can then be reopened for editing or review (Work Offline).
Figure 68 Connecting the UCM
USB direct connection
TCP/IP connection via Network Manager
in the Network Type: field select the network to
which you are connecting (Silver for FP400)
in the Device Type: field select the device (FP400)
the address of the connected processor is displayed
select the connection type (i.e., USB)
select the arrow to display the connected USB device
select the connect button to establish the connection
in the Network Type: field select the network to which you
are connecting (Silver for FP400)
to connect via the Silver Network Manager, use the Browse
button to locate the processor address OR use the Address
field to specify the processor address (Browse requires a
previously specified IP address and Network Manager ID)
select the connection type (i.e., NM)
enter the IP address of the Network Manager PC
(if the NM and UCM are located on the same PC,
enter 127.0.0.1 as the IP Address)
specify the ID number assigned to the Network Manager
select the connect button to establish the connection
in the Device Type: field select the device (FP400)