Plus-X EM


Environmental Monitoring for the ARC Plus Remote Control

The Plus-X EM series brings extensive environmental monitoring and control capabilities to the ARC Plus remote control system.  Plus-X EM units can be located where needed in transmitter sites and rack rooms with convenient Ethernet / IP connectivity to the ARC Plus control unit.

Protect your Equipment and Data

Environmental problems at remote sites can cause costly downtime, damage expensive equipment, and even lead to loss of mission-critical data. HVAC equipment failure, power outages, and simple human error can cause catastrophic problems—especially when running unattended. Broadcast equipment requires comprehensive monitoring of environmental conditions to detect a problem as early as possible.

The Plus-X EM series monitors temperature, humidity, flood/leak, and many other conditions that can cause serious problems. Email, SMS and SNMP notifications ensure that responsible personnel can respond quickly and effectively.

Watch for Early Warning Signs

Not all problems happen suddenly. A change in how equipment behaves over time may be an early warning sign of a serious problem. A gradual rise in temperature or a change in sound level may be evidence of impending equipment failure. Onboard charting allows you to watch for changes in environmental conditions over time, preventing a problem from becoming a crisis.

A Monitoring Solution that Grows with your Needs

The Plus-X EM series’ unique modular design allows you to add capacity and features as you need them. Easily add new sensors as you add equipment, and take advantage of new functionality when you need it.

Plus-X EM 64 can support up to a total of 64 sensors, including 3 built-in sensors, 8 switch inputs connected to the real panel connector, 8 powered switch inputs and up to 45 digital sensors connected in daisy-chain configuration to the front panel sensor ports. One or two optional modules can be installed in the front of the Plus-X 64 unit to simplify daisy-chain wiring and/or to increase the number of switch inputs or powered switch inputs, up to an overall total of 64 sensors.

Plus-X 32 is a convenient package providing up to a total of 32 sensors including 3 built-in sensors, 8 powered switch inputs and up to 21 digital sensors connected in daisy-chain configuration to the front panel sensor ports.

See Plus-X EM in action: Check out our live Climate Guard demo. (Username: demo, Password: demo)

Dimensions:

1.75" (4.45cm) H x 19" (48.26cm) W x 5" (12.7cm) D

Operating Temperature:

0 to 50° C

Power Requirements:

12VDC, 1A

Ethernet:

10/100 full or half duplex

Maximum Sensors:

Plus-X EM64

64 sensors:

  • 3 built-in sensors (temperature, light and sound)
  • 45 digital sensors (with daisy-chaining)
  • 8 powered switch inputs
  • 8 switch inputs

Plus-X EM32

32 sensors:

  • 3 built-in sensors (temperature, light and sound)
  • 21 digital sensors (with daisy-chaining)
  • 8 powered switch inputs

Expansion Modules (EM64 only):

Up to two expansion modules

Front Panel LEDs:

Power, Fault; Ethernet RJ45 LEDs: Link, Activity

Digital Sensor Inputs:

8 built-in ports for digital sensors and powered switch inputs

Switch Inputs (EM64 only):

8 switch inputs for contact closures

Built-In Sensors:

Temperature, sound, light

Protocols

HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, SMTP/SSL, SNMP v1, SNTP


Plus-X EM64 Plus-X EM32
Integrates with ARC Plus Yes Yes
Email/SMS Alerts YesYes
Built-in web server Yes
Yes
Web-based charting Yes
Yes
SNMP Yes
Yes
Max sensors 64 32
Built-in sensors Temperature
Light
Sound
Temperature
Light
Sound
Digital sensors 45* 21*
Powered switch inputs 8 8
Switch inputs 8 0
Max expansion modules 2 0

* Daisy-chaining allows installation of maximum number of digital sensors.

TEMP-INDOOR Sensor

Part #: TEMP-INDOOR

The TEMP-INDOOR Sensor is a general-purpose, digital, indoor temperature sensor tailored for monitoring ambient temperatures within a room or in an equipment rack. Temperature accuracy: ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C. Cables are not supplied with this sensor. Order 25’ RJ-12 cable, part number SENSOR CABLE.

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors, ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit, and ARC Solo systems equipped with the STM-4D Temperature Module option.

TRI-TEMP Sensor Array

Part #: TRI-TEMP

TRI-TEMP is ideal for monitoring heat rise in equipment racks. Three temperature sensors are pre-wired in series at 3’ intervals for mounting at the bottom, middle and top of a rack to provide a real-time temperature profile. A single 12’ pigtail is provided to connect TRI-TEMP to Burk Climate Guard, Plus-X EM or STM-4D. Temperature accuracy: ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C.

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors, ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit, and ARC Solo systems equipped with the STM-4D Temperature Module option.

TEMP-OUTDOOR Sensor

Part #: TEMP-OUTDOOR

The TEMP-OUTDOOR digital temperature sensor is intended for outdoor or indoor monitoring of equipment or ambient temperatures. Temperature accuracy: ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C. The TEMP-OUTDOOR sensor is attached to 25’ of cable with an RJ-12 connector on the end. The sensor has a mounting ring and gasket to accommodate #6 or #8 hardware. The sensing elements are sealed for added protection from dirt and moisture. 

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors, ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit, and ARC Solo systems equipped with the STM-4D Temperature Module option.

TEMP-STACK Sensor

Part #: TEMP-STACK

The TEMP-STACK Sensor is a digital stack temperature sensor designed for sensing heat within the air ducting of your equipment. Temperature accuracy: ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C. The TEMP-STACK Sensor is attached to 25’ of cable with an RJ-12 connector. The sensor is mounted in the tip of a 3/8” diameter chrome tube. The supplied mounting hardware consists of a base and a compression fitting to allow the sensor to be secured at variable depths. This allows the installer to locate the sensor up to 9 1/2” from the equipment wall, well within the airflow being monitored.

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors, ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit, and ARC Solo systems equipped with the STM-4D Temperature Module option.

TEMP-WALLMOUNT Sensor

Part #: TEMP-WALLMOUNT

The TEMP-WALLMOUNT Sensor is housed in a 2 5/8” x 5” enclosure with air vents to facilitate sensing of the environment. Temperature accuracy: ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C. A 14’ cable is provided with an RJ-12 connector on one end. The TEMP-INDOOR has a large, easy to connect barrier strip that accommodates flat or Phillips type screwdrivers.

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors, ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit, and ARC Solo systems equipped with the STM-4D Temperature Module option.

Humidity Sensor

Part #: HUMIDITY SENSOR

Combined digital humidity and temperature sensor. Humidity range from 0–100% RH. Temperature accuracy for Humidity Sensors Rev C and above is ±0.5° C from -10° C to 85° C. Requires Digital Sensor Cable.

For use with Climate Guard and Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors and ARC Plus systems equipped with a Plus-X EM unit.

Motion Sensor

Part #: MOTION SENSOR

Motion Sensor. Includes pre-wired 14' cable with 6 pin modular RJ12 (6P6C) connector.

Smoke Detector

Part #: SMOKE DETECTOR

Smoke Detector for use with Climate Guard or Plus-X EM series. For use as a supplemental smoke detector only. Includes pre-wired 14' cable with 6 pin modular RJ12 (6P6C) connector.

Flood Detector

Part #: FLOOD DETECTOR

Flood/Water Detector for Climate Guard or Plus-X EM series. Requires Digital Sensor Cable.

Magnetic Door Contact

Part #: DOOR CONTACT

Magnetic surface mount switch for windows and doors to indicate closed or open position. Requires 2-conductor cable

Digital Sensor Cable

Part #: SENSOR CABLE

25' RJ12 (6P6C) cable with crossover wiring for use with Climate Guard or Plus-X EM series digital sensors.

Digital Daisy-Chain Sensor Cable

Part #: SENSOR CABLE - DAISY CHAIN

25' RJ12 (6P6C) cable with straight-through wiring. Use with Burk Technology RJ12 Splitter to daisy-chain digital temperature or humidity sensors with Climate Guard or Plus-X EM Environmental Monitors.

Powered Switch Input Cable

Part #: PWR INP CABLE

14' RJ12 (6P6C) cable with an RJ-12 connector on one end and terminal lugs on the other end.

RJ12 (6P6C) Phone Line Coupler

Part #: RJ12 COUPLER

RJ12 (6P6C) coupler with crossover wiring for connecting cables used with Climate Guard or Plus-X EM series.

RJ12 (6P6C) Phone Line Splitter

Part #: RJ12 SPLITTER

RJ12 (6P6C) splitter with straight-through wiring for daisy-chaining temp sensors used with Climate Guard or Plus-X EM series.


Ordering information

Part #Product
PLUS-X EM32Plus-X EM32Request quote

Supports up to 32 sensors.

PLUS-X EM64 Plus-X EM64Request quote

Supports up to 64 sensors.

Rack Room EnvironmentalRack Room EnvironmentalRequest quote

The Rack Room Environmental Monitoring Package provides early warning of abnormal environmental conditions before they can develop into costly equipment failures. The package includes one Plus-X EM32 Environmental Monitor, one TRI-TEMP three-sensor array for monitoring temperature and heat rise in equipment racks, and one-each Flood, Smoke, Humidity, and Temp-Outdoor sensors. Cables required for a complete installation are included. Additional sensors can be added to the system, further tailoring it to your station’s unique requirements. The package can operate stand-alone or integrate with any ARC Plus system on the network.

Key Features

  • Integrates with ARC Plus over existing LAN/WAN
  • Built-in temperature, light and sound sensors
  • Easily expandable with external sensors
  • Integrates with IP security cameras
  • Alert personnel via email, SMS and SNMP traps.
  • Spot trends and prevent problems from developing with onboard charting.
  • Onboard web interface for setup, monitoring and access to historical data and charts