Quickstart

Get your system up and running in under 5 minutes. This guide will walk you through the essential steps from unboxing to your first concrete curing monitoring session.


Step 1: Charge Your Devices

Before first use, charge your devices with a USB-C cable.

DeviceCharging TimeBattery Life
PX-Sens~2 hours10+ days continuous
PX-Gateway~2 hours3+ days continuous

Step 2: Install the Mobile App

Download the PrecastX app on your mobile device:

Download from:
App Store
Get it from:
Google Play

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After installation:

  1. Open the app and tap Sign In
  2. Enter your team email and password (provided by your administrator)
  3. Grant Bluetooth permissions when prompted

Step 3: Power On Devices

Press and hold the power button for 1 second to power on both PX-Sens and PX-Gateway.


Step 4: Connect Thermocouple Probes

  1. Locate the thermocouple ports on the PX-Sens (labeled CH1, CH2, CH3)
  2. Insert the probe connectors firmly until they click
  3. The app will show temperature readings within seconds

Step 5: Start a Session

  1. In the app, tap Start New Session
  2. Pair your device with the PX-Sens via Bluetooth
  3. Select duration of the session
  4. Capture a photo of the sensor placement
  5. Enter optional details:
    • Select Project & Product
    • Select Formwork
    • Concrete class (e.g., C30/37)
    • Slump value
    • Probe placement notes
  6. Tap Start Recording

The sensor will now continuously record temperature data and transmit it to the cloud via the gateway.


Step 6: Monitor Your Data

In the Mobile App

  • View real-time temperature graphs on the Live Data screen
  • Swipe between channels to see individual probe readings
  • Receive alerts if temperatures go outside target ranges

In the Web Dashboard

  • Access historical data and trends at app.precastx.com
  • Generate PDF reports for quality documentation
  • Compare multiple sessions side-by-side

What's Next?

You're now set up with PrecastX! Here are some helpful next steps:

Learn the Hardware

Detailed specs, probe placement tips, and maintenance guides.

Hardware Guide →

Master the App

Advanced features like custom alerts, session templates, and team collaboration.

Mobile App Guide →

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