Page 2 - Limitations of the Alarm System or Device; bypass an alarm sensor or disconnect an alarm warning device.
Limitations of the Alarm System or Device While your alarm system or device is reliable and sophisticated, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary, fire or other emergency. Any security product, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure-to-warn for a var...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
D-011-0152 i Table of Contents General Information............................................................................................................................... 1 Overview ..................................................................................................................
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ii D-011-0152 Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 49 Monitoring Environmental Conditions .................................................................................................
Page 5 - General Information; Overview
D-011-0152 1 General Information Overview The EnviroAlert® EA800 Multi-Zone Environmental Alarm System monitors the environmental conditions detected by the sensors connected to the base unit, and provides alarm signals when monitored conditions at any of the sensors exceed the user-programmable HIG...
Page 6 - How to Use This Manual; PREV; ENTER
2 D-011-0152 How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual This manual is organized into sections that guide you through the installation process, then describe how to use the EA800 and change its programmed settings if necessary. Some troubleshooting guidelines are provided, and the appendices cont...
Page 7 - Block Diagrams; an alarm condition exists.; environmental alarm systems.
General Information D-011-0152 3 Block Diagrams Figure 2 shows a block diagram of the base unit interfaces and functions. The EA800 provides eight relays for indicating when a programmed alarm limit has been exceeded or a warning condition exists. An additional AUX (Auxiliary) Output relay provides ...
Page 8 - Symbols on the Product or Manual Labeling; Symbol; NC
4 D-011-0152 Symbols on the Product or Manual Labeling Symbols on the Product or Manual Labeling Symbols appearing on the product labeling, packaging, and/or in this manual are shown and described in Table 1. Table 1 Symbols on Product or Manual Symbol Definition Attention, consult accompanying docu...
Page 9 - Monitoring Screens; MONITORING
General Information D-011-0152 5 Monitoring Screens The EA800 user interface is menu-based. During normal system monitoring, one of the following three screens is displayed depending on the current state of the programmed sensors: The MONITORING (home) screen is displayed when there are no active al...
Page 10 - Keys; Key
6 D-011-0152 Keys Keys Figure 4 shows the base unit display and entry keys. The keys are described in Table 2. Figure 4 EA800 Base Unit Keys Table 2 Key Functions Key Function F1 This key's function changes as determined by the software. Its current function is displayed immediately above the key on...
Page 11 - Base Unit Connections; Connector; CAUTION; Aux Power Out
General Information D-011-0152 7 Base Unit Connections Figure 5 shows the EA800 base unit's connections and Table 3 describes the functions of each connection. Note: The base unit has four wired sensor inputs and four wireless RF sensor inputs. Figure 5 EA800 Base Unit Connections Table 3 EA800 Base...
Page 12 - Access Control and Passwords; HOME
8 D-011-0152 Access Control and Passwords Access Control and Passwords The EA800 base unit is normally locked to prevent unauthorized use. The currently active function of the F1 soft key ( UNLOCK or LOCK ) is displayed above the key. The locked and unlocked states are described below. Note: The bas...
Page 13 - System Configuration Parameters; Parameter; WARNING; Selecting Disable for this parameter turns the audible
General Information D-011-0152 9 System Configuration Parameters The EA800 base unit requires certain system level information as outlined in Table 4. Table 4 System Configuration Parameters Parameter Selections Factory Default Description Date Format • MM/DD/YYYY • DD/MM/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY Sets the de...
Page 14 - Sensors; Temperature Sensors; Sensor
10 D-011-0152 Sensors Sensors A variety of sensors may be used with the EA800 base unit to provide environmental status and information. These include the following: ■ Wired Sensors: Relays 1 through 4 are for use with sensors wired to the base unit. Wired sensors can be any of the following types: ...
Page 15 - Humidity Sensors; Theory of Operation
General Information D-011-0152 11 Humidity Sensors Table 6 lists the humidity sensors available for use with the EA800 Alarm System. 4-20mA Sensors Theory of Operation Industry standard 4-20mA sensors can be used with the EA800. However, it is important to verify that this type of sensor will operat...
Page 16 - Power Supply / Sensor Voltage Selection; identify all voltage drops within the current loop.; product specification.; = Power supplied to EA800 or Aux Power Out; Power Supplied to EA800; sensor voltage rating]
12 D-011-0152 Sensors Power Supply / Sensor Voltage Selection In order to determine the power supply voltage necessary to ensure correct full-scale operation, it is necessary to identify all voltage drops within the current loop. Figures 6 and 7 show an EA800 drop of 4.0 VDC. This value accounts for...
Page 18 - Maximum Allowed
14 D-011-0152 Sensors Sensor Parameter Descriptions This section provides a description of each sensor parameter. Table 11 Sensor Parameter Descriptions Parameter Applicable to Sensors Description Sensor Name All A name used to identify the sensor in the alarm system. Select a name readily identifie...
Page 19 - Relay Operation
General Information D-011-0152 15 Relay Operation This section describes the operation of the base unit's relays. The relays must be programmed correctly so that their outputs provide the desired signaling to the alarm panel. High Alarm Limit • Blue, Red and White temperature sensors • HA-III+ • 4-2...
Page 21 - Preparation; The suggested preparation procedure is as follows:; Do not install the EA800 base unit in coolers or freezers.
D-011-0152 17 Preparation Before you begin installation, ensure that you properly plan the alarm system. During the planning phase you will generate all the documentation you need to successfully install the EA800 base unit and sensors in the alarm system. This is important because complete and accu...
Page 24 - EA200 Multi-Zone Environmental Alarm system.; have selected, and the system interconnect wiring diagram.
20 D-011-0152 12. Create an interconnect wiring diagram for the system. Identify the location of each sensor An example of a system map is shown in Figure 11. This example illustrates a system that includes multiple EA800 Multi-Zone Environmental Alarm systems, a Winland EA400 Multi-Zone Environment...
Page 25 - Installation; Tools and Supplies Required; Phillips Screwdriver; Power Requirements; Remove the rear mounting plate from the base unit as follows:
D-011-0152 21 Installation Tools and Supplies Required Ensure that you have the following prior to starting the installation: ■ Phillips Screwdriver ■ Mounting hardware for the EA800 base unit and any optional sensor units ■ If required, a drill and the appropriate drill bits ■ Wire stripper ■ Senso...
Page 26 - Install the Wired Sensors; POWER IN; Install the Wireless Sensors
22 D-011-0152 Install the Wired Sensors 2. Mount the mounting plate as follows: ■ Mounting to 3-gang enclosure: Use four (4) machine screws to secure the mounting plate to the mating holes in the 3-gang enclosure. ■ Mounting to drywall surface: Place the mounting plate in mounting position. Mark the...
Page 28 - If the list of number(s) on the screen does not; CANCEL
24 D-011-0152 Connecting Wired Temperature, Contact Closure, and Water Bug Sensors Note: It may take a few minutes for the base unit to detect the wireless sensors. At this point the NEW WIRELESS SENSOR screen is displayed and an arrow moves from left to right indicating that the EA800 is waiting to...
Page 29 - Connecting Wired HA-III+ Humidity Sensors; board header connectors.; External Adapter-Powered
Installation D-011-0152 25 Connecting Wired HA-III+ Humidity Sensors 1. Make certain the sensor's wiring is passed through the opening in the mounting plate. 2. Remove the adapter from the correct input connector headers by pulling the adapter up and off of the circuit board header connectors. 3. St...
Page 30 - Connecting Wired 4-20mA Sensors; Unit Powered
26 D-011-0152 Connecting Wired 4-20mA Sensors Connecting Wired 4-20mA Sensors 1. Make certain the sensor's wiring is passed through the opening in the mounting plate. 2. Remove the adapter from the correct input connector headers by pulling the adapter up and off of the circuit board header connecto...
Page 31 - Connecting the EA800 Alarm Outputs; MAIN MENU
Installation D-011-0152 27 Connecting the EA800 Alarm Outputs 1. If alarm loops will be controlled by the EA800, install all required wiring from alarm loops to the EA800 mounting location. 2. Connect the alarm loop leads to the terminal block adapter. Attach the adapter to terminals C and either NC...
Page 32 - Programming; Accessing the MAIN MENU for Programming
28 D-011-0152 Programming Accessing the MAIN MENU for Programming 1. If not already powered up, apply power to the EA800 base unit. During the boot process: ■ The Winland Electronics splash screen is displayed. ■ The system verifies flash memory, as indicated by FLASH BOOT at the bottom of the scree...
Page 35 - Setting the Current Date; , use the arrow keys to select; SYSTEM; and set the current date
Installation D-011-0152 31 Setting the Current Date Unlock the EA800 to continue programming if necessary. See “Accessing the MAIN MENU for Programming” on page 28. From the MAIN MENU , use the arrow keys to select SYSTEM , then select Set Date and set the current date as shown below. Note: To go ba...
Page 36 - Setting the Time; From the; and set the current time as shown; NEXT; Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the numeric value.
32 D-011-0152 Programming Setting the Time Unlock the EA800 to continue programming if necessary. See “Accessing the MAIN MENU for Programming” on page 28. From the MAIN MENU , use the arrow keys to select SYSTEM , then select Set Time and set the current time as shown below. If your region uses Day...
Page 37 - Adding Wireless Sensors; Adding a Wireless Temperature Sensor; SENSORS
Installation D-011-0152 33 Adding Wireless Sensors Go to the appropriate section for the wireless sensor to be added: ■ Wireless Temperature Sensor: See “Adding a Wireless Temperature Sensor” on page 33 ■ Wireless Humidity Sensor: See “Adding a Wireless Humidity Sensor” on page 37 ■ Wireless Multi-F...
Page 40 - and; soft keys to move; key to enter the value.
36 D-011-0152 Adding Wireless Sensors When setting numeric values, use the arrow keys to change the value. Use the PREV and NEXT soft keys to move the cursor to the next or previous digit. Press the ENTER key to enter the value. This is the start screen for the next sensor to be added, if any. F3 Ex...
Page 41 - Adding a Wireless Humidity Sensor
Installation D-011-0152 37 Adding a Wireless Humidity Sensor The Hysteresis setting helps prevent alarms from being set and reset continually if the environment is at or near the alarm set point by providing an acceptable variance. For example, if HYSTERESIS is set at 1 and the sensor High Alarm Lim...
Page 46 - Verify Wireless Signal Strength; as long as 30 seconds to acquire the current signal strength.; placed out of range with the base unit.
42 D-011-0152 Adding Wireless Sensors Verify Wireless Signal Strength After temporarily mounting the wireless sensors in the desired location, verify the signal strength at the base unit by performing the following procedure to verify the signal strength of each programmed wireless sensor. It may ta...
Page 47 - Adding Wired Sensors; Adding a Wired Temperature Sensor; HYSTERESIS
Installation D-011-0152 43 Adding Wired Sensors ■ Low temperature sensors - Blue Thermistor Probes: See “Adding a Wired Temperature Sensor” on page 43. ■ High temperature sensors - Red Thermistor Probes: See “Adding a Wired Temperature Sensor” on page 43. ■ Ultra Low temperature sensors - White Ther...
Page 49 - Adding a Wired WaterBug Sensor; To add a WaterBug sensor perform the following procedure:
Installation D-011-0152 45 Adding a Wired WaterBug Sensor To add a WaterBug sensor perform the following procedure: Note: A supervised WaterBug sensor must be used. F3 This is the start screen for the next sensor to be added, if any. NOTE: The sensor number must match the input number (J6 ) used by ...
Page 50 - Adding a Wired Contact Closure Sensor
46 D-011-0152 Adding Wired Sensors Adding a Wired Contact Closure Sensor The following procedure shown adds a N.O. contact closure sensor but is the same for N.C. contact closure sensor. F3 This is the start screen for the next sensor to be added, if any. Select N.O. Contact or N.C. Contact as appro...
Page 51 - Adding a 4-20mA Sensor
Installation D-011-0152 47 Adding a 4-20mA Sensor To add a 4-20mA sensor, perform the following procedure. There are some additional parameters to configure with this type of sensor, including Unit of Measure and Resolution. 4-20mA sensors can be used for monitoring a variety of conditions because t...
Page 52 - Configuring the Relays; The default relay settings are:
48 D-011-0152 Configuring the Relays Configuring the Relays When all sensors have been added, you must configure the relays so that the outputs indicate the monitored conditions correctly. Perform the following procedure to configure all relays used: Note: The default relay settings are: • Relays 1-...
Page 53 - Operation; Monitoring Environmental Conditions
D-011-0152 49 Operation This chapter provides instructions for doing the following: ■ “Monitoring Environmental Conditions” on page 49 ■ “Viewing Sensor Settings” on page 50 ■ “Viewing Active Alarms” on page 50 ■ “Viewing the Alarm Log” on page 51 ■ “Viewing Pending Alarm Information” on page 51 ■ “...
Page 54 - Viewing Sensor Settings
50 D-011-0152 Viewing Sensor Settings Viewing Sensor Settings You can view the readings of each installed sensor on the MONITORING screen. To view details of a sensor’s programmed settings and current readings on one screen perform the procedure shown below. Note: The MAIN MENU screen shown in the e...
Page 55 - Viewing the Alarm Log; Data; Viewing Pending Alarm Information
Operation D-011-0152 51 Viewing the Alarm Log This alarm log is a quick view of the 20 most recent alarms. Up to 100 alarms can be reviewed by selecting Data Log from the MAIN MENU , then selecting View Alarm Log . To review the alarm history and review a specific alarm stored in the log, perform th...
Page 56 - Viewing Limit Settings
52 D-011-0152 Viewing Limit Settings Viewing Limit Settings To view the current readings and the limits of a sensor that is not in an alarm state perform the following procedure: Viewing the Event Log The EA800 Alarm System logs up to 100 events in its Event Log. At the minimum, the following events...
Page 57 - Viewing the Sensor Log; The
Operation D-011-0152 53 Viewing the Sensor Log The sensor log provides a history of the environmental conditions for all installed sensors at a glance. Up to 100 data sets are stored in the sensor log. To view the sensor log, perform the following procedure: Viewing Firmware Information The About EA...
Page 58 - Viewing RF Information; ABOUT RF
54 D-011-0152 Viewing RF Information Viewing RF Information The ABOUT RF screen displays the EA800 base unit’s MAC address, the RF channel currently in use, the RF communications protocol version, and the RF subsystem’s firmware version. To view the RF settings, perform the following procedure: Note...
Page 59 - Maintenance; Locking and Unlocking the EA800; PERFORMANCE; locked; unlocked
D-011-0152 55 Maintenance This chapter contains instructions on performing the following maintenance tasks: ■ Lock/unlock the base unit: See “Locking and Unlocking the EA800” on page 55 ■ Pausing/resuming sensor monitoring: See “Pausing Monitoring and Cancelling Pause” on page 56 ■ Adding sensors: S...
Page 60 - Pausing Monitoring and Cancelling Pause; To pause the EA800 perform the following procedure:; SYSTEM PAUSED; screen is displayed until pause times out (30 minutes) or you
56 D-011-0152 Pausing Monitoring and Cancelling Pause Pausing Monitoring and Cancelling Pause To prevent false alarms when performing maintenance, pause sensor monitoring. Pausing stops monitoring and ignores active alarms for a 30-minute period. When the pause function times out, monitoring automat...
Page 61 - Adding a Sensor
Maintenance D-011-0152 57 Adding a Sensor The procedure for adding a sensor to an existing system is the same as for a new system. See “Install the Wired Sensors” on page 22 or “Install the Wireless Sensors” on page 22 for instructions on physically installing the sensor and then programming the sen...
Page 62 - not; Editing Sensor Parameters; EDIT SENSOR
58 D-011-0152 Editing Sensor Parameters 5. If the detected new sensor is not the same type as the replaced sensor, the INVALID SENSOR TYPE screen is displayed. Press OK ( F3 ) to return to the SENSORS screen: 6. Do one of the following: • Replace the physical sensor with one that matches the type of...
Page 63 - Reprogramming a Relay; on page 48 to reprogram any relay in the system.; Deleting a Sensor; To delete a sensor perform the following procedure:
Maintenance D-011-0152 59 Reprogramming a Relay Note: Ensure that the system’s Configuration Worksheets are updated to document any changes. A Relay can be reprogrammed as desired at any time. Perform the procedure outlined in “Configuring the Relays” on page 48 to reprogram any relay in the system....
Page 64 - Changing the Date Format; To change the date format perform the following procedure:; Changing the Time Format; The default time format is 24 HR.
60 D-011-0152 Changing the Date Format Changing the Date Format Note: Update the system’s Configuration Worksheets to document any changes. Note: The default date format is MM/DD/YYYY. To change the date format perform the following procedure: Changing the Time Format Note: Update the system’s Confi...
Page 65 - Changing the Date or Time Setting; To change the date see “Setting the Current Date” on page 31.; Changing Sensor Data Collection Frequency; collection frequency to the number of data points collected.
Maintenance D-011-0152 61 Changing the Date or Time Setting To change the date see “Setting the Current Date” on page 31. If your region uses Daylight Savings Time and you want the EA800 to display the correct time, you must change the time setting manually when Daylight Savings Time starts and ends...
Page 66 - Changing the Buzzer Setting; The default buzzer configuration is; ENABLED; and the active condition of the on-board buzzer mirrors what
62 D-011-0152 Changing the Buzzer Setting Changing the Buzzer Setting Note: Update the system’s Configuration Worksheets to document any changes. Note: The default buzzer configuration is ENABLED and the active condition of the on-board buzzer mirrors what is assigned to the Auxiliary Relay. To chan...
Page 67 - Changing the Password; to the default 0800 password.
Maintenance D-011-0152 63 Changing the Password Note: Update the system’s Configuration Worksheets to document any changes. Note: If you do not enter a valid password you will not be allowed to change the selected password. The default password (0800) cannot be changed or deleted. One user-configura...
Page 68 - Clearing the Alarm Log; You cannot clear the Event Log.; You cannot clear the Event Log.
64 D-011-0152 Clearing the Alarm Log Clearing the Alarm Log To clear all stored alarm records perform the following procedure: Note: You cannot clear the Event Log. Clearing the Sensor Log To clear all stored sensor records perform the following procedure: Note: You cannot clear the Event Log. F3 Un...
Page 69 - Updating the Firmware; UPDATING; The file name is limited to 15
Maintenance D-011-0152 65 Updating the Firmware Download the latest firmware from www.winland.com to your computer, then save it to a USB jump drive before performing the procedure for updating the firmware as shown below. F3 Unlock as shown in “Locking and Unlocking the EA800” on page 55 During the...
Page 70 - Saving Configuration Settings; configuration to a USB drive perform the following procedure:
66 D-011-0152 Saving Configuration Settings Saving Configuration Settings You can export the configuration settings from the EA800 to serve as an archive for the system or as a template for quickly programming other systems. The configuration data is stored in a machine-readable format. To export co...
Page 71 - Loading Configuration Settings; the following procedure:; CONFIG
Maintenance D-011-0152 67 Loading Configuration Settings You can load configuration settings from a previously installed EA800 to serve as the template for the system being installed or updated. To load a configuration from a USB drive, insert the USB drive into the USB port and perform the followin...
Page 72 - Exporting the Stored Logs; Exported Alarm Data; SELECT SENSOR
68 D-011-0152 Exporting the Stored Logs Exporting the Stored Logs You can export the logs stored in the EA800 for archiving or later review. The export procedure exports the alarm log, data log, and event log files. To export the logfiles perform the following procedure: The EA800 stores the log fil...
Page 73 - Exported Event Data; The following is an example of exported event data:; Exported Sensor Data; specified in the; Data Collection; Each entry is interpreted as:
Maintenance D-011-0152 69 Exported Event Data The following is an example of exported event data: 12/24/2007 07:06:03 PM,Sensor deleted,112/24/2007 07:10:50 PM,Sensor added,112/25/2007 02:27:14 PM,System power on,112/25/2007 02:27:50 PM,Sensor deleted,112/25/2007 02:36:02 PM,Sensor added,112/25/2007...
Page 75 - Symptom; ACTIVE ALARMS
D-011-0152 71 Troubleshooting Operating or setup errors are indicated by flashing data on the display. Often, a programming error also results in an alarm for the misprogrammed relay. The table below shows and describes common error displays, along with corrective action. For updated information, go...
Page 76 - Verifying RF Signal Strength; Viewing Signal Strength for a Wireless Sensor
72 D-011-0152 Verifying RF Signal Strength Verifying RF Signal Strength Viewing Signal Strength for a Wireless Sensor To verify the RF signal strength received by the EA800 perform the following procedure: If the remote sensor transmitter you are verifying is battery powered, it may take up to 30 se...
Page 77 - Base Unit and Sensor Specifications; Item
D-011-0152 73 Specifications Base Unit and Sensor Specifications The following table lists the specifications for the EA800 base unit, sensors, and accessories. Table 14 Specifications Item Specification Dimensions Approximately 230 mm x 199 mm x 55 mm(“9.375 H x 8.125" W x 2.25" D) Weight B...
Page 78 - Accessories; Device Environmental Operating Range:; Description
74 D-011-0152 Accessories Accessories Accessories available for use with the EA800 Environmental Alarm System are listed below. Wired Water Presence Sensor: 2-wire; maximum 304 m (1000 ft.) cabling length Wired 4-20mA Sensor EA800 load (160 Ohms maximum) Relay Outputs (9) Form C with 3-terminal NC/C...
Page 79 - Appendix A: Screen Maps
Appendix A: Screen Maps D-011-0152 75 Appendix A: Screen Maps The figures in this Appendix illustrate the flow of all EA800 screens. Figure 17. Locked Screen Map The displayed screen is dependent on whether an alarm is active or not.
Page 87 - Appendix B: Planning Worksheet; Photocopy and complete a copy of this worksheet for each system.
Appendix B: Planning Worksheet D-011-0152 83 Appendix B: Planning Worksheet Note: Photocopy and complete a copy of this worksheet for each system. Installation: Room Environmental Condition to Monitor Acceptable Condition/Range Alarm Condition
Page 89 - Appendix C: Wiring Diagram
Appendix C: Wiring Diagram D-011-0152 85 Appendix C: Wiring Diagram Note: Photocopy and complete copy of this diagram for each EA800 to be installed in the system. Po w e r In Au x Po w e r Out J6 J5 Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 (-) + (-) + (-) + (-) + (-) + (-) + Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 Outpu...
Page 91 - Appendix D: System Configuration Record; Operational Parameters:
Appendix D: System Configuration Record D-011-0152 87 Appendix D: System Configuration Record Note: Photocopy this appendix and complete a copy for each EA800 base unit in the system. EA800 Environmental Alarm System Configuration Form Date of installation/change: Name of Installation Company: Phone...
Page 97 - Warranty and Service Information; EnviroAlert
Warranty and Service Information Winland Electronics, Inc. ("Winland") warrants to the end user/purchaser that each product of its manufacture shall be free from defects in material and factory workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase, when properly installed and o...