Sensor Security with Operator Level S Password

To enhance the security of your sensors and ensure that changes are monitored, Hamilton strong-ly advises updating the default Operator Level S password on both the sensor and the ArcAir software. Find out how in this article.

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To enhance the security of your sensors and ensure that changes are monitored, Hamilton strongly advises updating the default Operator Level S password on both the sensor and the ArcAir software. This step is crucial to prevent unauthorized or unrecorded modifications, such as calibrations, made either directly through external systems or remotely via the ArcAir app.

 

Note:

  • The Operator Level S password is stored directly on the sensor. Without this password, no modifications can be made to the sensor's settings.
  • All Hamilton sensors are initially set with a default password of "16021966".
  • It is essential not to confuse the Operator Level S password with regular user passwords.

 

To change the Operator Level S password:

  1. Navigate to “Backstage” in the menu.
  2. Select “Settings.”
  3. Choose “Operator Level S password” and follow the prompts to set a new password.

By updating the password, you secure the integrity of your operations and maintain control over the calibration and configuration of your sensors.

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Operator level s change password

You have now changed the operator level S password on the ArcAir Application.

The next step is to change the password on the sensors themselves.

 

Changing the S-level Password on Sensors

After updating the Operator Level S password in the ArcAir Application, it is essential to apply the same change to each sensor individually.

 

Procedure for Changing the Operator Level S Password on Sensors:

  1. Select the sensor for which you wish to change the password.
  2. ArcAir will attempt to connect to the sensor using the default password and previously used user passwords.
  3. Once connected, ArcAir will automatically update the sensor's password to the new one you set in the application backstage.

Important Note: If ArcAir is unable to connect because the current password on the sensor is neither the default nor a recently used one, you will see the following message:

Access to sensor message arcair
  • Change Password: To update the sensor's password, enter the current password and select "Yes".
  • Access Sensor: To access the sensor without changing the password, select "No".
  • No Action: If no changes or access are needed, select "Do not login".

 

What should you do if you lose your password?

  • Maintaining Passwords: It's crucial not to lose your password. If your organization lacks a robust password management system, we recommend keeping the default passwords to avoid loss of access.
  • Losing the Arc Sensor Password: If you forget the modified password for the Arc sensor, you will lose the ability to configure and calibrate the sensor. The primary measurement value and temperature will continue to display on the ArcAir dashboard, but no adjustments can be made.
  • Losing the ArcAir Software Password: If you lose the password for the ArcAir soft-ware, please contact Hamilton Technical Support for assistance. They will guide you through the steps to regain access.

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