DAQ Installation
A guide to getting your SAM4 system set up smoothly.
37 articles
Installation
Step-by-step instructions and safety guidelines for setting up and validating your SAM4 system installation.
Installation Safety RulesEssential safety guidelines for SAM4 hardware installation.
Installation DurationHow long the installation process typically takes.
Preparing for Your SAM4 InstallationExplore these resources to help you get familiar with the SAM4 installation process.
Tools Required for SAM4 Installation (Not Supplied by Samotics)This article lists the tools that are not provided by Samotics but are necessary for installing SAM4 hardware.
Installing the Connectivity KitStep-by-step guide to install the Connectivity Kit.
Installing Current SensorsInstructions for placing the current sensors correctly.
Installing Voltage ConnectionsProper setup for voltage connections.
Turning on the SystemHow to power up your SAM4 system after installation.
Commissioning the AssetStarting the commissioning process for a monitored asset.
Verifying Hardware InstallationTwo key steps to confirm your installation is correct.
Visual Checks After InstallationSimple checks to ensure everything is in place.
Validating the InstallationHow to validate your installation with the SAM4 Setup Tool and video guidance.
Linking a Motor to a DAQ (SAM4 Setup Tool)Step-by-step guide to link a motor in the SAM4 Setup Tool.
Linking a Motor to a DAQ (Onboarding Portal)Instructions to link a motor via the Onboarding Portal.
Is My SAM4 Hardware Working Properly?Monitoring the status of your SAM4 hardware.
Contacting Support for Installation IssuesWho to reach out to if you encounter installation problems.
Connectivity
Instructions for configuring network connections, including 4G, Ethernet, and WiFi, to ensure smooth data flow.
Setting Up Samotics' 4G ServiceHow to configure the 4G connection provided by Samotics.
Setting Up Ethernet ConnectionHow to configure the Ethernet connection for SAM4.
Setting Up WiFi ConnectionHow to configure the WiFi connection for SAM4.
Whitelisting Domains for Ethernet/WiFiDomains to whitelist when using Ethernet or WiFi.
Using Your Own 4G SIM CardsHow to set up your own 4G connection with custom SIM cards.
SAM4 Setup Tool
Learn to configure and manage your SAM4 monitoring system.
Accessing the SAM4 Setup ToolHow to log in and access the SAM4 Setup Tool.
Preliminary Installation ValidationHow to perform initial installation checks.
Checking ConnectivityHow to verify connectivity within the system.
Validating and Updating SoftwareSteps to validate and update software during setup.
Ensuring DAQs Are ConnectedHow to check DAQ connections to the gateway.
Downloading a Support BundleHow to download a support bundle for troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting
Quick solutions for common SAM4 hardware issues.
Offline DAQSteps to follow when one or more DAQs are offline.
Offline Gateway (Fitlet)Steps to troubleshoot a Fitlet gateway that is offline.
Offline Gateway (Dell)Steps to troubleshoot a Dell gateway that is offline.
Invalid Measurements - Current UnbalanceSteps to troubleshoot invalid measurements caused by current unbalance.
Invalid Measurements – Incorrect Current SensorsSteps to troubleshoot invalid measurements caused by using incorrect current sensors.
Invalid Measurements - Voltage BranchingSteps to troubleshoot voltage branching issues indicated by the system.
Samotics Hardware
Essential info on SAM4 hardware components and upkeep.
Samotics Hardware ComponentsOverview of the hardware components provided by Samotics.
Technical Specifications for Samotics HardwarePDF files with the technical specifications of Samotics hardware.
Contacting Support for Broken or Damaged SAM4 HardwareWhat to do when your SAM4 hardware needs to be replaced or repaired.
How to Make Ethernet CablesA guide on assembling Ethernet cables for your SAM4 system.