A: The instructions can be downloaded here; the mobile app instructions can be downloaded here
A: SMART Pro/R Sensors are available now. Contact your authorized wholesaler or distributor.
A: Contact your authorized wholesaler or distributor for pricing.
A: The SMART Pro/R temperature sensor includes: 1 sensor, 1 CR123A battery, 1 spare battery cap, 2 reusable cable ties, 1 sheet of labels and an instruction sheet. The SMART Pro/R pressure sensors includes: 1 sensor, 1 CR123A battery, 1 ¼” SAE adaptor with Schrader depressor, 1 sheet of labels and an instruction sheet.
A: Apple® iOS devices and Google Android OS devices that have Bluetooth Low Energy capability are able to communicate with the SMART Pro/R sensors. This includes the Apple iPhone® 4S or newer, iPod® touch Gen 5, and iPad® 3 or newer (including Air and Mini), and many Android devices running Android 4.3 or newer. The device must also be updated to the latest operating system.
A: You will need access to the Apple’s App Store® or Google’s Play Store and download the free app. It is called SMART Pro/R Service Tool.
A: No, the same sensors will work with Apple’s iOS or Google’s Android, but you will need to ensure that your device is compatible with Bluetooth Low Energy. Check the specifications of your mobile device.
A: Bluetooth SIG, Inc. developed this intelligent, power-friendly version of Bluetooth to enable communications between compact devices and devices you already own. This allowed Sporlan to develop very compact sensors that can “talk” with your SMART device. Bluetooth Low Energy is also known as Bluetooth v4.0, BLE, Bluetooth SMART, or Bluetooth SMART Ready.
A: On each sensor you will find a small, black, water[1]resistant button. A quick press will turn the sensor “ON”. The indicator light inside the sensor housing will begin flashing blue, indicating the sensor is on. To turn the sensor “OFF”, simply press and hold the button until you see the indicator light flash quickly, then release. The indicator light should then remain off.
A: When a new sensor is turned on, it needs to be configured with a simple number such as “T1” or “T2” for a temperature sensor. Similarly it would be “LP1” or LP2” for a low pressure sensor, etc. When the new sensor is turned on, a new sensor indication will be shown in the app sensor screen. Touch this indication to configure. Once configured, any mobile device that has the SMART Pro/R Service Tool app will be able to view that sensor with its given name. To change the configured name, use the sensor setup screen accessible in the app settings.
A: Sporlan placed mock sensors in the app so you can show others how the app works without having the sensors connected to a real system. You probably won’t need this, but you can add mock sensors by turning on mock sensors in the settings menu. If you click on a mock sensor in the settings menu, you can modify the range of values the mock sensors will display. Now you have a simulator. You can also record mock sensors to test the app’s recording, graphing, and reporting capabilities.
A: No. Once a sensor has been configured, any mobile device that has the app will be able to instantly read its data as long as the sensor is powered on. If a sensor is configured as “T1”, the mobile device will be able to see “T1” and display the data for the sensor automatically. Just turn on your sensor, start the app, and go.
A: Each sensor requires a CR123A battery to operate. Remove the battery cap screws and the cap, then place the battery with the “+” and “-” signs aligned as shown on the markings of the sensor housing. When tightening the screws, tighten until they just bottom out. Do not overtighten the screws.
A: Battery life will vary with the brand and age of the battery, as well exposure to extreme temperatures, shock, vibration, etc. Please see Form 140-494 SMART Pro/R Specifications for details.
A: Please see Form 140-494 SMART Pro/R Specifications for details.
A: Please see Form 140-494 SMART Pro/R Specifications for details. Note: For the most accurate readings, you should insulate the sensor onto the refrigerant line you are measuring. This is especially important when there is a large difference between the ambient temperature and the refrigerant line temperature.
A: Yes, the temperature and pressure sensors are water resistant. They are not intended to be submerged or exposed to high pressure water sprays. Please see Form 140-494 Smart Pro/R Specifications for details.
A: Yes. The SMART Pro/R sensors make use of Broadcast Mode, which enables the sensor to transmit data to any device within range without establishing a connection. There is one exception to this. While the app is recording sensor data, it “locks” those sensors to ensure the communication with the mobile device continues even if the device is locked/sleeping. During this time, only the device that is recording may see the data from the sensors.
A: No. The sensors are uniquely identified by the SMART Pro/R app.
A: The SMART Pro/R app is designed to work with Sporlan SMART and SMART Pro/R sensors.
A: Yes. The pressure sensors are made of stainless steel. There are no compatibility issues with most standard refrigerants and oils.
A: The app offers a drop down menu for selecting refrigerants. As far as cross contamination concerns, due to the very small amount of refrigerant in these “hose-less” sensors, you may not need to do anything. While it may not be required, you could clean the pressure sensors as you would any other gauge or hose that has been connected to an air conditioning or refrigeration system.
A: While you do need access to the internet to download the free app, you do not need access to perform measuring or recording functions. Obviously, you will need access to e-mail the recorded data from the mobile device. All refrigerant data is embedded into the app so it can calculate superheat and subcooling for you without internet access.
A: The app is free on Apple’s App Store and Google’s Play Store. Depending on your mobile device settings and your access to the internet, you may be notified of an available update. If not, simply go to the correct store and upgrade. Be sure to e-mail any recorded sessions prior to upgrading or uninstalling the app.
A: Sporlan has over 115 refrigerants in the app, but if one is missing, let us know and we can add it to the next app revision.
A: The pressure sensors do not have an internal micron sensor, but the sensors will not be harmed by pulling them into vacuum.
A: No, the pressure sensors are uniquely identified and the initial offsets are recorded in the app. It doesn’t hurt to calibrate, but it should rarely be needed.
A: When a sensor appears “greyed-out” in the app, it indicates that the device is not able to detect the readings from the sensor. This can happen if the sensor is out of range or turned off. As long as the sensor is within range and turned on, the app should be able to recover the readings automatically
A: It is not necessary to reconfigure the SMART Pro/R sensors at all. As long as you are within range of the powered-on sensors, the app will automatically detect them.
A: If two sensors are both configured with the same name such as “T1”, the app will only display the readings for one of the sensors. If you wish to use both sensors, go to the settings menu under sensor setup and configure one of the sensors to a different name. Also, make sure that mock sensors are turned off in the settings menu.
A: Yes. The SMART Pro/R app is compatible with the original SMART Service Tool Kit. The original SMART Service Toolkit sensors do not use Broadcast Mode, so you will have to make sure that the sensors are “locked” by tapping on the lock icon next to the sensors. To use your SMART Service Tool Kit Sensors with the SMART Pro/R app, simply turn on your sensors. The app will recognize them as “new” sensors, and you may configure them. Note that this configuration will only be recorded on the mobile device used.
A: Signal strength is reduced as it passes through walls, equipment, etc. You may try moving to a location that offers less obstruction between the sensors and your mobile device. Please see www. bluetooth.com for details on Bluetooth Low Energy.
A: No, but they will not be harmed by pulling them into a vacuum. They do not have an internal micron sensor.
A: To start recording data, first you must select your refrigerant in the refrigerant screen. Once you have selected your refrigerant, you must create a new job, or open an existing job in the job/notes screen. Once you have entered a job, you will see all the notes for that job. You will see a red circle button on the upper-right area of the screen. Tap on this record button to start a new recording. Tap on this button again to stop the recording. You may view and send data/graphs through the recording “note” created within the job. Please note that if the app is deleted, all recordings are deleted as well. From the recording note, you may also send the data to another device, e-mail, etc.
A: Verify that you have an e-mail account established on your device. Also make sure you have access to the internet via a Wi-Fi or cellular (3G, 4G, LTE, etc.) connection. If you don’t have a connection, don’t worry, just send the file when you get connected.
A: All recordings are saved with the notes for the job they were recorded in. Just access the job the recording was in, and then access the recording data and graphs from the recording started/ended notes. Note that if you delete a job, you also delete all the recordings associated with that job.
A: That depends on the software available on your computer. “.csv” files can typically be opened in text readers, word document software, and in many spreadsheet packages. Sporlan’s website provides a template using Microsoft Excel that creates charts utilizing your recorded data.
A: The plastic components may be cleaned with a damp cloth and a mild soap solution. Do not use harsh chemicals that will damage plastic. Do not submerge the units as they are not waterproof. The units are dust proof and water resistant.
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