1. Introduction

1.1       How to Use This Guide

This user guide provides background information on how the ValuPoint works, and an overview of the configuration process. There are several sections for groups of tabs found in the web interface in the ValuPoint which is accessed by opening a web browser and browsing to the IP address of the device.

You should at least read Sections 1 and 2 to gain an understanding of how the ValuPoint functions. You can use Sections 3 through 12 as reference material to look up as needed. There is a "Quick Help" section at the bottom of each web page in the ValuPoint which is generally sufficient for quick reference in setting up the ValuPoint.

1.2       Important Safety Notice

Proper system design is required for reliable and safe operation of distributed control systems incorporating any Control Solutions product. It is extremely important for the user and system designer to consider the effects of loss of power, loss of communications, and failure of components in the design of any monitoring or control application. This is especially important where the potential for property damage, personal injury, or loss of life may exist. By using ANY Control Solutions, Inc., product, the user has agreed to assume all risk and responsibility for proper system design as well as any consequence for improper system design.

CAUTION: The lithium battery contained in this device may explode if mistreated. DO NOT recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

No action is required of the user to activate the battery that backs up the real time clock. Important: Replace battery with BR1225A only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

1.3       Warranty

This documentation is provided “as is,” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of fitness or merchantability for a particular purpose. Control Solutions may make improvements and/or changes in this documentation at any time. This documentation could include technical inaccuracies, typographical errors, and the like. Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes may be made without notice.

Product Warranty: All Control Solutions products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of time from date of shipment from factory as follows: Two years on non-mechanical parts, one year on mechanical parts (e.g. relays). Defective units will be repaired or replaced, at manufacturer’s discretion, at no cost to user except when negligence or improper use has resulted in damage. The express warranty stated herein is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including without limitation any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose and all other warranties are hereby disclaimed and excluded by Control Solutions, Inc.

Configuration errors made by customer are not covered under warranty. Damage caused by incorrect electrical connection is not covered under warranty. Removing circuit boards from their enclosures will void the warranty - the complete product with all of its original circuit boards and components must be returned for warranty consideration.