Versus Information Systems Hardware and Wiring Installation Guide VERSUS TECHNOLOGY, INC. 2600 M ILLER CREEK ROAD TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684 (231) 946-5868 www.versustech.
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Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................1 1.1 Purpose of This Guide ......................................................................................................................1 1.2 Computer System Requirements ......................................................................................................1 1.3 Terms and Definitions .........................................
1. Introduction 1.1 Purpose of This Guide This document is intended to provide the information required to install the hardware and wiring components of a VIS system. Read this entire document before proceeding with the installation. A general understanding of wiring and telephone installation techniques is assumed. 1.2 Computer System Requirements The software runs in the Microsoft Windows 95, 98 or Windows NT environment and requires a computer system with reasonable capacity and speed.
Plenum - This term refers to any area that serves as a duct or passage for breathable air. Many office buildings use the space above the suspended ceiling as a return air "plenum" for the heating and air conditioning systems. Most laws require that any cables, which run in an air plenum, be made of materials which will not burn, or which will not release toxic gases when burned. Punch-down Block - This device is used to connect sensor wires to the collector in an organized fashion.
2. System Description The Versus Information System is a reliable, flexible platform for locating personnel and equipment. The system badges, worn by staff or attached to assets, emit signals that contain information about the badge. The information is sent through the sensory network to a host computer that retrieves the information and translates the data into names of rooms, personnel, and equipment.
2.3 System Hardware Components The Versus Information System is made up of a network of badges, sensors, collectors and concentrators. 2.3.1 Badges Badges are worn by personnel or attached to equipment. Badges send IR or RF signals to the sensors installed in each room. This signal contains encoded digital information that is used to identify and obtain the status of the badge. Motion, timing, battery state, and auxiliary information are all included in the signal.
IR/RF Asset Tag The Asset Tag contains IR and RF technology. It is used to identify the current location of portable assets. 2.3.2 Sensors Sensors receive signals from badges, convert the signals into electrical signals, and pass the data along to collectors. Sensors are usually mounted in the ceiling tiles of a facility. There are two types of sensors, infrared (IR), and radio frequency (RF). 2.3.2.1 • • • • • • 2.3.2.2 • • • • • Infrared (IR) Sensor Receives IR signals from badges.
2.3.4.1 Badge Tester Badge Testers are available from Versus Technology. A Badge Tester tests the battery and auxiliary information from the badge. It will indicate whether the badge is good or if the battery needs to be replaced. The instructions for using the Badge Tester are as follows: 6 1. Turn the Badge Tester on. 2. Place the front of the badge you are testing a half inch or closer in front of the test window on the Badge Tester. 3.
3. Planning the Installation Planning the system design is crucial to the success of the installation. Thorough planning will make the installation go smoother, and there will be less likelihood of mistakes or oversights. When planning an installation, certain rules and limitations must be observed. The equipment has been designed to provide trouble free operation in various environments, and adherence to the guidelines is critical for a reliable installation.
3.1 Collector and Concentrator Location Planning When planning an installation, it is important to locate a proper place for the concentrators and collectors. Collectors should be mounted in telephone or service areas that are near the sensory networks they service. The sensor wires will run from the collectors to the various sensor locations throughout the facility. The concentrator(s) should be mounted in a location central to the collector(s) to minimize the length of collector network runs.
3.2.1 Sensor Connection Length Limitations The sensor wire runs can be up to 1000 feet in length from the Collector to the sensor. If the environment is known to be electrically "noisy,” consider shorter line lengths for stronger signals and immunity to interference. 3.2.2 Infrared (IR) Sensor Location Planning 3.2.2.
3.2.2.3 Overlapping Sensors Sensor overlap occurs when two (or more) sensors are placed so that their fields of view overlap. This will cause some indecision in the system if both sensors see a badge at the same time. The software will not change the location of a badge when it is in an overlap area unless the option to send duplicate hits is selected in the Badge Server software. If the option is selected, a badge may appear to bounce back and forth as long as it is in an overlap condition.
Building: ___Main Facility_______ Punch-down Block Wire Organization List Floor: __1st______________ Collector #: 3265458142 Room #: ___Comm.
3.3 Use of Unauthorized Components The VIS system integrates hardware and software to create a safe, reliable and efficient system. Use of components or connection to equipment not approved by the manufacturer is NOT recommended and will invalidate any and all warranties. Approved third-party components include wire and connectors, terminal blocks, and other interconnection means only.
Wire Strippers 3.6 Safety and Code Considerations Safety procedures and adherence to local building codes are the responsibility of the system installer. Versus products have been designed to be safe and reliable under the conditions in which they are intended to be used. The following sections detail those aspects of the system that might affect safety. 3.6.1 Equipment Handling The components used in a typical installation contain internal circuits that are sensitive to static electricity.
electrical system noises that will interfere with normal system operation. Consult the manufacturer if special grounding requirements must be met. CAUTION: Allowing sensor or network conductors to encounter metal surfaces and structures, or allowing wires to be routed in close proximity to high powered equipment or devices will introduce electrical interference and may cause erratic operation and/or equipment failure. 3.6.
4. System Hardware Installation This section covers the installation of the system components. Before installing the hardware components, all planning should be completed as described in section 3. 4.1 Cable Installation When installing sensor and network wiring, use normal telephone installation techniques. Sensor wire runs should allow sufficient length to move ceiling tiles and to move sensors if needed.
Sensor installation calls for use of a splice connector at the sensor end of the cable run. Sensor wires have no polarity and can be connected to sensor wire-pairs in either order. In the case of 2-pair UTP cable, the same pair must be used at each end of the sensor run. It is suggested that the blue wire be used for consistency. Up to four sensors may be used on each CAT 5 cable if preferred, although using one cable per sensor makes troubleshooting easier. To install and wire sensors: 4.3 1.
Sensor wires Punch-down Blocks Collectors 24V AC The punch-down blocks, collectors, and concentrators should be installed in a secure location, such as a communication or server room. The installation should allow for wiring access, neat wire routing and dress, and connection of any sensor wire-pair to any collector input. Neat and orderly punchdown blocks are easier to troubleshoot and maintain.
Bridge-clips are used to connect left-side pins to the right-side pins, which are wired to the collector unit. If patching of sensor inputs is required, jumpers can be used from any sensor wire-pair on the left to any collector wire-pair on the right. Make sure power is not supplied when connecting components.
some cases, equipment damage may occur. In any case, an electrical code violation has occurred. To verify that the system is "isolated" from building and electrical grounds: Note: It may be helpful to disconnect the collector from the punch-down block while this measurement is made. This will isolate the sensor wiring completely. 4. 4.5 1. Use an ohmmeter or multimeter set to the 2K (2000)-ohm scale. 2. Clip one probe to the nearest electrical conduit, electrical ground, or metal water pipe. 3.
Terminated Unterminated The reason for this is that with high speed digital data, it is critical that the electrical energy that runs down the wires is absorbed at the end and does not "bounce back" down the wire and cause interference with other data coming down. To exactly absorb all the energy coming down a wire, the wire must be ended at the last device in the chain with a resistor, which has value that equals the characteristic impedance of the wire.
Very low or zero IR and RF the sensor pair is shorted. (The 25th pair on the punch-down block is unused and will read zero volts.) When voltmeter is applied to a sensor pair, a slight drop in voltage can be observed when the sensor is receiving a transmitting ID badge. This can be used to identify sensors in lieu of complete system operation. 3. Check RF interference by switching the meter to the AC scale and reading the voltage. With no badge transmitting over the sensor there should be < 0.
2. Refer to the contractual floor plan schematic diagram and identify all collector locations. 3. Verify that each collector cable for each collector site and the concentrator site has been installed as indicated on the contractual floor plan schematic diagram. 4. Attach an RJ connector to each end of the collector cable. 5.
4.5.5 Concentrator Installation The computer should be equipped with an appropriate network card for Ethernet Concentrator installation. The Concentrator is a “table-top” box assembly, which can sit on a level surface or be mounted on any flat surface with mounting clips. Mount all concentrators as indicated on the floor plan schematic diagram. 4.5.5.
The LED indicator light on the Collector will blink every time it receives badge data from the sensors. If the LED blinks in a four or 5-blink pattern, this indicates that it is not communicating with the concentrator. If this is the case, there is a problem with either the network cable connection or the connection to the concentrator. If the LED blinks in a 3-blink pattern, this indicates a problem with the collector, and it should be sent to Versus Technology for repair. 4.5.5.
4. Take an RF badge and “hide” the badge in a pocket or other place, so it is not seen by the IR sensors. 5. One person will need to sit at the computer while another person walks to all areas within the facility with the hidden badge. Both will need walkie-talkies to communicate. 6. Have the person with the badge walk around the facility and press the badge at different locations. You will see the hits in the Total Time, Total Hits, and Avg. Time fields. 7.
collector light should come on strong after the first few seconds and then blink only upon receipt of a badge ID. Problem: Incorrect voltages across sensor pair at the punch-down block. Discussion: The voltage across the sensor pair at the collector punch-down block should be between 15 and 17 volts DC. A voltage above18 may indicate an open circuit, while a voltage below 15 may indicate RF interference, or faulty sensor, or faulty wiring.
3. 4. Personnel Badge 3V Lithium CR2477 950 mAH 1. 2. 3. the back cover of the badge and flip it over to expose the battery. Gently lift the battery from the board using your thumb and finger. Insert the new battery into the lead holes. Replace the top cover and gently tighten the badge screw. Locate the screw on the back of the badge. Using a small Phillips head screwdriver (or security screwdriver), remove the screw and battery cover.
Voltage Test Collector Voltage Troubleshooting Flow Chart Collector Voltage Level Low or High? Voltage Level <15 Volts Dc Check Sesnor for wires shorted together Voltage Level >17 Volts Dc Yes Fix wiring No Check Sesnor for EMI Replace Collector No Yes Fix or Replace Wire Yes Sensor Wire too close to ceiling tile railing Move Wire Check for Open Wires between sensor & punchdown block No Replace Sensor Yes No Sensor too close to High freq.
Functionality Test Flow Chart Functionality Test Choose a sensor Location Start Frequency Program Start in the middle of the sensor, walk out at 6" intervals with a badge four feet off the floor. Record these readings Repeat reading around sensor at 30 degree intervals.
6. Installation Forms This section includes forms for testing and installation purposes. Forms Installation Plan Installation Checklist Punch-down Block Wire Organization List Communication Room Checklist Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Final Verification 30 Versus Technology, Inc.
Installation Plan Customer Name:____________________________ Customer PO #(s): _______________________________________________ Sensors: ____________ RF Sensors:___________ Collectors: ____________ Room & Location Names Required Ethernet Concentrators: ____________ IP Address Required Badges: __________ Qty: _______ ; __________ Qty: _______ ; __________ Qty: _______ Software:______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________
Installation Plan page 2 Facility Software & Hardware Requirements: Required Room/Location Names: Computer Room Location(s) for server(s): Phone line or TCP/IP routing services Password Required: IP Addresses for all network devices Software Client locations Develop Badge/Tag Types: Network Requirements: Identification of Computers Domain IP Address Subnet Default Gateway DNS Host Name DNS Domain DNS Services WINS Address Primary Secondary Check: Enable DNS for Windows Resolution Uncheck: Enable LMHosts
Installation Plan page 3 Training 1. General Usage by End User - Different Views - Badge Assignment Date Who 2. Training for Supervisory trainers - How the System Works / Components - Different View - Badge Assignment - Application Flows Date - Low Level Training # 1 - Medium Level Training # 2 Who 3.
Installation Checklist The table and inspection report in this section will be used to indicate the completed installation and test of hardware and wiring. The installation codes will be as follows: C = Cable checked I = Installed hardware Make copies of the table and enter the numbers of the hardware as they are installed. Indicate a cable check completion with a “C” and a hardware installation completion with the “I” in each numbered cell of the table.
Installation Checklist page 2 Equipment Badge Cables - MDE Escort P-Badge Labels E-Badge ID Code Labels Hardware Installation Manual & Drawings Software Licenses Software Backups --Some Optional-Sensor Splice Crimp Tool Punch-down Tool - Type 66 RJ Connector Terminator Tool Kit Ethernet Connector Terminator Tool Kit Ethernet Supplies Electric Screwdriver Cable Stripper Screwdriver Assortment - Incl’ Small Nutdriver Assortment - Incl’ ASM Sizes Diagonal Clippers - Small & Large Digital Multi-Meter Utility K
Punch-down Block Wire Organization List Collector # Building: ____________________ Floor: ________________ Collector Alias ____________________ Punchdown block pair 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Room #: ________________ Cable ID Wire Color Zone description (room name) Receiver/ Room # Relay # Relay Cable ID Verified
Communication Room Checklist Floor: _________ Check Location/Room #: ______________________________ Installation Verification Check Power Strip Mounting Check 50 Pin Connector Status to Punch-down Block Hub/Port Availability Network Cable installed/Continuity Test Ethernet Concentrator Administered Collector Voltage Testing ~ 15.5 to 16.
Preventative Maintenance Inspection Report Customer ______________________________ Customer Number______________________ Date___________ Call Number______________________________ Equipment Serial Number _________________ Software Revision _________ Configuration (!) ___ Host Computer Setup ___ Collector Setup ___ Software Intellimotion 3-Pack ___ Pager Computer Setup (Optional) ___ Punch-down Block Configuration ___ Software Pager (Optional) ___ Work Station Computer (Optional) ___ Concentrator Setu
Preventative Maintenance Report page 2 Checkout Procedure (!) System Computers Concentrator ___ Connections Sensor/ASM ___ Software Setup ___ Connection between Computers and Network (Optional) ___ Display ___ Startup and Restart ___ Intercom Modules ___ PC Anywhere & Modem ___ Network Collectors Sensors ASM ___ Wiring Punch-down ___ Sensor Test Software ___ LED Power ON ___ Mounting ___ Voltage Check ___ Intercom Connections ___ Random flashing Red LED ___ Software Move Test ___ ASM T
Final Verification Final verification and sign off for: ______________________________ Primary responsible party: _____________________ ______________________ (Name) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
