HACH SC4200c Controller External USB Box Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- HACH
Table of Contents
HACH SC4200c Controller External USB Box
General information
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incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in
this manual. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in this
manual and the products it describes at any time, without notice or
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Revised editions are found on the manufacturer’s website.
Safety information
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages due to misapplication or misuse of this product including, without limitation, direct, incidental and consequential damages, and disclaims such damages to the full extent permitted under applicable law. The user is solely responsible to identify critical application risks and install appropriate mechanisms to protect processes during a possible equipment malfunction.
Please read this entire manual before unpacking, setting up or operating this
equipment. Pay attention to all danger and caution statements. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury to the operator or damage to the equipment.
Make sure that the protection provided by this equipment is not impaired. Do
not use or install this equipment in any manner other than that specified in
this manual.
Use of hazard information
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Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may cause damage to the instrument. Information that requires special emphasis.
Precautionary labels
Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or damage to the instrument could occur if not observed. A symbol on the instrument is referenced in the manual with a precautionary statement.
| This symbol, if noted on the instrument, references the instruction manual
for operation and/or safety information.
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| This symbol indicates that a risk of electrical shock and/or electrocution
exists.
| This symbol indicates the presence of devices sensitive to Electro-static
Discharge (ESD) and indicates that care must be taken to prevent damage with
the equipment.
| Electrical equipment marked with this symbol may not be disposed of in
European domestic or public disposal systems. Return old or end-of-life
equipment to the manufacturer for disposal at no charge to the user.
Product overview
The external USB box is used to connect an USB device to the SC4x00c controller (e.g., an USB wireless modem).
Product components
Make sure that all components have been received. Refer to Figure 1. If any items are missing or damaged, contact the manufacturer or a sales representative immediately.
Figure 1 Product components
- Strain relief, washer and nut
- USB box with cable
- Pole mounting hardware1
Installation
Multiple hazards. Only qualified personnel must conduct the tasks described in this section of the document.
Mounting
Install the USB box in a location where the power disconnect device for the
controller is easily operated. Install the USB box in the location with the
highest cellular signal strength.
Attach the USB box to a wall, vertical pole or horizontal pole. Refer to the
illustrated steps in Figure 2 or Figure 3.
Note: Wall mounting hardware is supplied by the user. Screws/fittings
must be suitable for the wall/ceiling properties and possess sufficient
bearing capacity.
- The pole mounting hardware is for a 40–mm (1.57–in.) diameter pole.
Figure 2 Wall mounting—USB box
Figure 3 Pole mounting—USB box
Connect the cable to the connector
****| Electrocution Hazard. Always remove power from the instrument before making any electrical connections.
| Electrocution hazard. High voltage wiring for the controller is conducted
behind the high voltage barrier in the controller enclosure. The barrier must
remain in place unless a qualified installation technician is installing
wiring for power, alarms, or relays.
| Explosion hazard. This manual is only for installation of the unit in a non- hazardous location. For installation of the unit in hazardous locations, use only the instructions and approved control drawing provided in the hazardous location installation manual.
****| Potential Instrument Damage. Delicate internal electronic components can be damaged by static electricity, resulting in degraded performance or eventual failure.
The manufacturer recommends the use of manufacturer-supplied electrical components, such as power cord, connectors and strain relief fittings.
| Make sure that the cable sheath goes through the inner side of the enclosure to keep the environmental rating of the enclosure.
Connect the USB box cable to the USB Ext connector (P1101) in the controller.
Refer to the illustrated steps that follow.
Note: If the controller has an internal modem board, contact technical
support. Refer to illustrated step 3.
Connect the modem or WiFi adapter
Do the steps that follow to connect an external USB wireless modem or WiFi adapter to the controller.
Install the SIM card and connect the modem to the USB box. As an alternative, connect a WiFi adapter to the USB box. Make sure that the controller is energized for a minimum of 5 minutes before the modem or WiFi adapter is connected. Examine the signal strength and network connection condition.
Install the USB box in the location with the highest cellular signal strength. Use a mobile device with the same cellular service provider as the SC4x00c controller to find the location with the highest cellular signal strength.
Items to collect:
- Mini SIM card
- USB modem or WiFi adapter
- Install the SIM card in the modem.
Make sure that the orientation of the SIM card is correct. Refer to the documentation supplied with the modem.
- Remove the cover from the USB box. Refer to Figure 4.
- Supply power to the controller.
- Connect the modem or WiFi adapter to the USB port in the USB box.
- Make sure that the modem is energized.
- Wait a minimum of 5 minutes.
- Install the cover on the USB box.
Configuration
Refer to the controller documentation for instructions. Refer to the expanded user manual on the manufacturer’s website for more information.
Accessories
****| Personal injury hazard. Use of non-approved parts may cause personal injury, damage to the instrument or equipment malfunction. The replacement parts in this section are approved by the manufacturer.
Note: Product and Article numbers may vary for some selling regions. Contact the appropriate distributor or refer to the company website for contact information.
Accessories
| Description | Item no. |
|---|---|
| USB-Ethernet adapter | LZY472-01 |
| RJ45 Ethernet cable | LZV873 |
| WiFi USB adapter for US, 2.4/5 GHz | LZY996 |
| WiFi USB adapter for EU, 2.4/5 GHz | LZY997 |
| Verizon dongle kit for US | LXZ524.99.00039 |
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References
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