Manual Saturn S-0001
Manual Saturn S-0001
Manual Saturn S-0001
Revision H
May 1, 2017
FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
START-UP .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................ 6
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
APPENDIX A: WIRING
APPENDIX B: INSTALLATION
Revisions A – E: General formatting, text revisions for clarification, etc. No wiring changes.
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A fully integrated industrial quality seismic switch, with tri-axial solid-state accelerometers (for
transducing "P" & "S" waves) and 1-hour reserve battery power. Shipped complete; ready to install.
2 FEATURES
The digital, solid state, tri-axial Seismic Sensor unit is shipped factory calibrated and pre-programmed.
Except for periodic battery replacement every 2 to 3 yrs, it is generally maintenance-free and requires
little additional service during installation. Units installed in harsher, or humid environments should be
periodically inspected and tested to insure there has been no damage from corrosion or physical damage
from pests or vandals. Activation setpoints in units of acceleration “g” (trigger levels) are user
selectable and may be changed during system commissioning (or, at any other time) if required, refer to
seismic trigger manual supplied on CD-ROM and shipped with system. For client convenience, unless
specified otherwise at time of purchase, activation thresholds (trigger setpoints) are factory set as
follows: Vertical axis (P wave) – 0.175g (NOTE: for “Early Warning” applications the vertical axis
should be set at a lower setpoint, i.e. 0.02g). Horizontal axes (S wave) – 0.175g, normally used for
system shutdown - ASCE 25-97 seismic specification.
Powerful design features include: multi-setpoint sensor control, PGA output, self diagnostics, on-board
1-hour battery back-up (at maximum demand), maintenance free solid state tri-axial sensor provides
unparalleled accuracy and reliability, RS-232C serial port, Industrial quality NO/NC relay output user-
selectable, 10 Amp, 250 Vac with easy field termination, External visual system status indicator and test
/ reset switch, Fully assembled for fast installation.
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3 SPECIFICATIONS
Setpoints User selectable from 0.025 g-pk to 0.5 g-pk on each axis.
Seismic Activation Visual indicator and Level 1 and Level 2 alarm contacts (each SPDT)
Control Outputs Two independent relays available, user selectable from X, Y or Z axis; NO
or NC contacts, rated 10 Amps, 250Vac
Power Supply (UL) External, 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz (US spec) or 220 Vac, 50 Hz (specify).
NEMA 1 rated enclosure. Rechargeable 12Vdc, 1.5 Ah, Sealed Lead-
Acid battery. 1+ hours reserve at maximum demand. 3+ hours reserve at
minimum demand.
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4 INSTALLATION
Remove all packing materials and other loose objects from inside enclosure.
The external power adapter should already be connected. If not, disconnect the sensor’s green mating
conector. refer to the Appendix A wiring diagram. Use a voltmeter carefully energize the adapter and
identify the +/- charging leads. De-energize the power adapter. Route the leads from the power adapter
through one of the bulkhead compression fittings. Land the (+) lead from the power adapter to
Terminal 1 and the (-) lead to Terminal 2. As shipped, the positive battery lead is disconnected and
secured to the top of the battery. Connect the battery lead to the battery’s “fast-on” terminal. Use the
voltmeter to verify proper battery charging. Verify enclosure is properly grounded for electrical safety.
Re-connect the sensor’s green mating connector. After approximately 15 – 30 seconds the digital sensor
will complete its boot cycle and the digital sensor’s LED indicator will illuminate continuously. The
front-panel indicator on the box is normally extinguished.
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Loosen and remove the mounting screw holding down the Mitigator digital sensor. Shake the digital
sensor (approx-imately 1 inch peak-peak at about 2 to 3 Hz) to verify NO and NC contacts change state.
Verify front panel "System Triggered" visual annunciator is illuminated. Verify all other applicable
panel alarms or signals are activated by the "shake" test. This
constitutes a functional test (not setpoint verification) for the
seismic switch. At least annually, more comprehensive tests
should be performed providing objective setpoint verification
(see Section 8, Maintenance).
5 START-UP
SATURN Series Systems are factory configured with the user-specified default settings (if
provided at the time of order). The datasheet shipped with unit has the specific setpoints. If the
default settings are OK, then just apply power to the unit. After about 15 – 30 seconds the digital sensor
will complete its boot cycle and the digital sensor’s light (located on the digital sensor inside the
enclosure) will illuminate continuously.
When a seismic event occurs, the front panel indicator (either a discrete LED or, an LED imbedded in
the Control Switch) will illuminate and the industrial output relays will actuate. An ASCII string
containing the X, Y and Z peak acceleration values is repeatedly (once per second) written to the RS-
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If the digital sensor operating parameters must be changed, refer to the following section of this manual
and the Mitigator CD provided with the SATURN Series Unit.
6 OPERATING PARAMETERS
Altering the factory default operating parameters requires an RS-232C connection to a PC running the
KMICON.EXE terminal program. The user may install the Mitigator KMICON communication
program and related files from CD onto your computer system following the instructions provided by
the "setup" program.
Connect an RS-232C cable from your SATURN unit to your IBM-compatible PC RS-232C serial port.
Using the KMICON.EXE program establish communication with Saturn unit. Default baud rate, as
shipped from Earthquake Safety Systems, Inc., should be 38400 baud. If characters are received but, are
scrambled, try other baud rates. If no characters are received at any baud rate, verify the cables are
securely connected, verify there is power to the SATURN unit. If no characters are received, try
inserting a "null modem" into the RS-232C cable (reverses pins 2 & 3).
When you have a good connection the SATURN unit will respond to <CR> keystrokes with the ">>"
command line prompt. At the >> prompt, type EDIT. This will place the system in "Edit" mode.
(Note: User input is in bold. Text after the ";" mark is comment only.)
Relay 1 is reserved for indicating the presence of power and system default conditions. Using the above
example, the user should be able to latch one or both of the remaining relays. The user should also be
able to change trigger setpoints based on the preceding example. If a different configuration is required,
refer to the Mitigator CD provided with the SATURN Series Unit for other relay options. NOTE:
changing the function of Relay 1 may alter the performance/function of the S-001.
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7 TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM: Power On indicator on the SENSOR (internal) unit does not illuminate within 30
seconds of Start-Up. CHECK: Verify 110/220 Vac is going to charger. Verify +12 Vdc is present. Verify that any
external breaker switches or fuses are reset or properly seated, as applicable. Verify +12 Vin directly at the Mitigator (digital
sensor), Terminal 1 = +12V, Terminal 2 = Power Common. If power is present and the LED on top of the digital sensor does
not illuminate within approximately 15 to 30 seconds after +12Vdc is applied, contact ESS for further information and
instructions. If the digital sensor LED does illuminate, verify the digital sensor Relay 1 output contacts, Terminal 7 = C,
Terminal 8 = NC (or NO), Terminal 9 = NO (or NC), change state at the same time that the digital sensor LED illuminates.
Resetting the digital sensor in this manner causes the LED to extinguish for approximately 15 seconds before switching to
constant illumination.
If the unit still does not reset, try increasing the default trigger thresholds by a factor of 4 or more. Re-program the trigger
thresholds as described in the preceding Section; "Parameters". Then restart the SATURN unit. If the system still does not
reset, contact ESS for further information and instructions.
SYMPTOM: Unit does not communicate over the RS-232C serial port.
CHECK: Verify your computer serial port is OK by connecting to another RS-232C device and communicating
successfully with it using a simple "terminal" program (i.e. Hyperterminal). Note which PC COM port is being used. Then
connect to the SATURN serial port using the same "terminal" program. Try a 38400 baud connection. Verify the correct
PC COM port is selected. Press the <CR> or <Enter> key several times. A successful link will return the ">>" command
line prompt. If characters are received but, are scrambled or graphical in nature, then the baud rate is probably not correct.
Close the current session, change the "terminal" program's baud rate to 19200 and try communicating again with the
SATURN system. If necessary, repeat this step again using 9600. Once you have established communication, set the digital
sensor baud rate to 38400 by typing the following:
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>>EDIT
EDIT>>BAUD 38400
EDIT>>EXIT ;user input is in bold
Close down the non-9600 baud session, set the "terminal" program to 38400 baud and open a new communication session at
38400 baud. The ">>" command line prompt should appear.
If no characters are received at any baud rate, then the RS-232C TxD and RxD lines may be reversed. Insert a "null modem"
adapter or otherwise, reverse pins 2 and 3 of the RS-232C serial cable being used. Try once again to communicate with the
SATURN system at multiple baud rates. If characters are received but, are scrambled or graphical in nature, then the baud
rate correction described above is probably required. Once you have established communication, set the digital sensor baud
rate to 38400 by typing the following:
>>EDIT
EDIT>>BAUD 38400
EDIT>>EXIT ;user input is in bold
Close down the non-9600 baud session, set the "terminal" program to 38400 baud and open a new communication session at
38400 baud. The ">>" command line prompt should appear.
If serial communication can not be established contact ESS for further information and instructions.
8 MAINTENANCE
The battery should be replaced every 2 years. A battery testing device or load test may be employed to
annually assess the battery condition.
The charger should, under normal operating conditions, maintain the batteries at a voltage between 12.5
Vdc and 14.2 Vdc.
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Annual testing should produce objective evidence of instrument operability (sample below).
NOTE: test plot courtesy of American Geophysical Brokerage (AGB); a Licensed Testing Agency for
the City of Los Angeles.
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APPENDIX A: WIRING DIAGRAM
CONTROL RELAY SETUP (STANDARD CONFIGURATION NOTED)
NOTE: Configurations may vary, consult wiring schematic shipped with unit. Control relays may be multiplexed
outside of control panel if desired.
Refer to Section 6, OPERATING PARAMETERS, for setpoint adjustment instructions. Acceleration level
adjustment does not require a factory consultation. However, changing the sensor function should only be done
after factory consultation as the operation of the front panel indicator switch may change.
APPENDIX B: INSTALLATION
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APPENDIX C: WARRANTY
WARRANTY STATEMENT
2/2017
Earthquake Safety Systems, Inc.’s (ESS) products are warranted solely to the purchaser of the
product, or the primary end-user in the case of commercial or industrial applications; free from
defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty four (24)1 months from the date of
sale. Defective units returned by the purchaser (pre-pay shipping) during this twenty four (24)
month period will be repaired or replaced, at the option of manufacturer. Manufacturer will pre-
pay return shipment of product to purchaser. The repaired or replaced equipment will then be
warranted for the balance of the initial 24 month warranty period or for ninety (90) days,
whichever is longer. Repair or replacement will be without charge provided that the equipment
has been installed by qualified/trained personnel or an ESS certified technician and maintained in
accordance with ESS’s recommended procedures and has not been abused, repaired, modified2
or subject to excessive forces. Repair or replacement that does not qualify for free warranty
service will be charged to the purchaser at the manufacturer’s service rates then in effect.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE.
As with any active safety device such as fire alarms and other critical systems, this product
should be periodically inspected & tested to ensure integrity. The manufacturer recommends
that at least annually, a thorough system inspection, test and preventative maintenance
procedure be performed by a qualified technician, testing agency or owner’s trained personnel,
and a system performance log be maintained for reference.