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1. Access the Launch dialog in HOBOware In the Launch window you should see a list of all the Smart Sensors and FlexSmart modules you connected to the logger Note Modules and smart sensors are listed in HOBOware in ascending order by serial number regardless of their physical position within the logger FlexSmart Modules Installing FlexSmart Modules Remove the protective cap from the module connector on the logger Align the connector on the back of the FlexSmart module with the connector on the logger and gently press the module into place Bottom view ofmodule Figure 2 FlexSmart Module HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 11 Section 2 Setup and Test Configuring FlexSmart Modules While Smart Sensors are designed and preconfigured for specific purposes FlexSmart modules are user configurable to accommodate a wide range of Onset and third party sensors To take advantage of this adaptability HOBOware lets you configure these modules at launch time or create and save different configurations to be loaded into the modules whenever needed If you connected only Smart Sensors skip ahead to the next topic Launching the logger 1 Access the Configure Channel dialog in HOBOware From the Launch window in HOBOware double click a module name to expand it then select a module channel and click Configure 2 Load an existing configuration if available HOBOware may already have a default configuration for y2. Section 2 Setup and Test Before deploying the logger read this section thoroughly and follow all of the procedures at least once This will ensure that you are comfortable enough with the logger and with HOBOware software to get the most out of your deployment It will also verify that the logger is configured properly Note Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for detailed information about setup Requirements You will need the following items to prepare the logger for use e Fight 1 5V Alkaline Batteries and small Phillips head screwdriver for battery door or external power source e Atleast one of the following FlexSmart modules with third party sensors and miniature slotted screwdriver Smart Sensors e Serial interface cable plus USB serial adapter if your computer does not have a serial port e Computer running HOBOware version 2 1 1 or greater HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 9 Section 2 Setup and Test Steps To set up the logger take the following steps 1 Insert the batteries or connect external power source To install batteries use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the screw on the back of the battery compartment door Remove the door Install eight fresh 1 5 V batteries being careful to match the polarity marked in the battery compartment Refer to Selecting Batteries on page 23 for tips on selecting the right battery type for your application Replace the battery compartment door and t
3. a oa se x o 3 o i pas v a a o o o v a Temperature in C Figure 7 Worst case Time Error Resetting the Logger s Clock Reading out the logger and relaunching it will reset the logger s clock This is useful when your logger has been running for a while and its clock needs to be reset Make sure the computer clock is set accurately before relaunching 1 Exit HOBOware 2 Correct the computer s clock 3 Restart HOBOware 4 Read out the logger if you have not done so already 5 Relaunch the logger 32 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 6 Reference Memory The logger contains 512K bytes of very durable high capacity non volatile Flash memory which stores data even if power runs out This allows for data retention even when the batteries become depleted or are removed Up to 10K of this memory is used to store the launch configuration and deployment notes leaving at least 502K bytes for data storage HOBOware automatically estimates how long the logger will record data before the memory fills up based on the logging interval and the number and type of sensors connected This is called the logging duration Adding sensors or logging the internal battery channel decreases the logging duration increasing the logging interval increases the logging duration For most applications it is battery life and not memory capacity that limits the logging duration The following table
4. If you suspect that batteries are damaged or run down replace them immediately to prevent leakage or logger malfunction e When launching the logger in HOBOware do not set a Sampling Interval unless you have sensors that support measurement averaging Only the following Smart Sensors and input adapters support measurement averaging HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 25 Section 4 Batteries and External Power 12 bit Temperature S TMB MOXX 12 bit 4 20 mA Input Adapter S CIA CM14 12 bit Voltage Input Adapter S VIA CM14 Photosynthetically Active Radiation PAR S LIA M003 Silicon Pyranometer Solar Radiation S LIB M003 Note Although some Smart Sensors are intended mainly for outdoor use for example the PAR and Solar Radiation sensors the Energy Logger is suitable for indoor use only e If you are using excitation voltage select the shortest warm up time needed for the sensor e Verify that the batteries Use Before date is at least two years from the current date e Alkaline batteries will lose up to 10 of capacity per year if they are sitting on a hot shelf They can lose 50 or more of their capacity if exposed to heat repeatedly for example stored on a car dashboard Keeping batteries in the refrigerator can reduce self discharge to 1 to 2 per year but you must prevent condensation from forming on the batteries e Use new batteries if you expect the deployment to require a substantial portio
5. Onset include sensor connection instructions including warmup time if required For sensors not supplied by Onset consult the sensor manufacturer s datasheet for warm up time requirements e Many sensors specifications assume that the sensor will be powered continuously but may be capable of switched operation to conserve battery life You may need to experiment to determine the best warm up time for rated transducer accuracy e The Energy Logger disables excitation when the battery pack voltage falls to approximately 6 8V 0 85 volts per cell The HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 15 16 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 3 Modules and Sensors Section 3 Modules and Sensors This section provides details on working with modules and sensors Adding and Removing Modules and Sensors Whenever possible it is best to add and remove modules and sensors between deployments after stopping the logger and reading out data but before relaunching However circumstances may require that you add or remove a module or sensor at some other time If you add a module or sensor while the logger is recording data the module or sensor will be ignored Logging will continue normally for the other channels You may attach modules and sensors at the following times e Any time between deployments when the logger is stopped e While you are configuring the launch parameters in HOBOware Click Refresh to update the Logging Duration
6. and see the new module or sensor added to the list of sensors e After you have launched the logger but before logging has begun i e when the logger is waiting for a delayed or button start Note that adding modules or sensors will cause the logging duration to be shorter than the duration that was displayed in the Launch window If you remove a module or sensor while the logger is logging the Sensor Fail indicator will blink when the next logging interval is reached and the logger will record erroneous data for that channel This is true even if you immediately connect another sensor of the same type in the same port If you want to change sensors even sensors of the same type you must stop the logger read it out swap the sensors and then relaunch Smart Sensor Cables The logger can work with a maximum total of Smart Sensor cable lengths up to 100 meters 328 feet as measured from the logger connection point to the electronics embedded in the individual cables Optional Smart Sensor extension cable lengths must also be included in the total HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 17 Section 3 Modules and Sensors This limitation applies to Smart Sensor cables only The lengths of other cables such as those connected to FlexSmart modules do not need to be included in this total Analog CVIA Module The Analog module S FS CVIA is an easy to configure flexible DC signal conditioning module for the HOBO Energy Log
7. cell HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 35 Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Sensor Fail Red This indicator blinks when there is or has been a FlexSmart module or Smart Sensor communication failure Note If the Sensor Fail indicator is blinking you should read out the logger investigate the problem and then relaunch the logger e Ifthe Sensor Fail indicator is blinking in conjunction with the Logging indicator there was a communication failure but the system has recovered There may be an intermittent problem Try checking the FlexSmart modules and Smart Sensors one at a time to make sure they are all communicating If you find a bad module or sensor or if no module or sensor communicates contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support e Ifthe Sensor Fail indicator is the only one that is blinking at least one FlexSmart module or Smart Sensor is currently not communicating You should investigate this problem immediately Look for a loose connection which could cause bad electrical contact with a module or sensor If found remove the offending module or sensor and check its wires and connector for damage and or signs of moisture Problems and Solutions Problem Solution No status The indicators are very faint under direct sunlight or indicators are bright fluorescent lighting If no indicators appear to blinking be blinking shield the logger from the light and check the indicators agai
8. diagram below to connect a two or three wire sensor or transducer to the module s terminals To make the connection loosen the screw for each pin on the connector insert the appropriate wire and tighten the screw The following example illustrates typical connections for a voltage sensor and a current sensor that requires excitation Excitation Signal IN OUT 4 20mA Transducer Function Shield Channel 1 Input Signal Signal OUT GRND 0 5 Volt Transducer Channel 1 Return Excitation Voltage Excitation Return Channel 2 Input NO Oo BI OJN Channel 2 Return Figure 4 Voltage Sensor Connections Tip Always refer to your sensor documentation for terminal connection details HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 19 Section 3 Modules and Sensors Once the sensors are connected install the Analog module into any of the three module slots on the logger Use the provided label to identify a module sensor combination to aid in determining sensor placement and cable routing when in the field Configuring Channels on the Analog Module Each channel of the Analog module is individually configurable to accept a wide range of sensors That means that each channel can be configured to measure either current or voltage and the collected data can be scaled to produce meaningful results that are consistent with the properties being measured Use HOBOware to configu
9. similar to an uninterruptible power supply To do this you must provide a DC input voltage greater than that of the internal batteries Thus a DC input voltage of 13 6 V 15 V is required for proper operation External Power Adapter Specifications e Able to deliver 750mA e Positive outer sleeve e 2 1 mm center pin diameter e 5 5 mm outer sleeve diameter e 10mm outer sleeve length 28 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 5 Maintenance Section 5 Maintenance This section describes general maintenance activities for the HOBO Energy Logger General Maintenance Schedule Regular maintenance of the logger is essential to ensure the accuracy of recorded measurements The logger is primarily intended for indoor use It can be damaged by many environmental conditions such as moisture airborne contaminants vibration and tampering Performing regular maintenance checks allow you to e Verify that the logger is logging data and functioning as you expect e Identify damage e Minimize the impact of any existing damage The following table lists maintenance activities and how often they should be performed Activity Frequency Inspect logger housing and Each use cables Verify sensor accuracy Refer to the sensor manufacturer s manual for information on how often to verify sensor accuracy Clean the logger As needed Replace the batteries At least once a year or before any deployment that requires many sensors ex
10. the Logger Housing and CableS 0 cccccsssceeestteeeeeees 30 Verifying Sensor ACCULACY cceecceeseeeeeeeeceeeeeeeaeeeeaeeseeeeetaeeeeaeeees 30 Cleaning the LOQQED cccccceesceceeeeeeeeeeeeeneeceeeeeaaeseeaeeseeaeeeeaaeseeneeees 30 Section 6 Reference cccceeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 31 Time ACCUraCy anaiai anaa Ged aed a i a aA 31 MEMON araea E E ES 33 Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 34 Indicator LED behavior cccceeeeeeeeneeceeeeeeeeeeceeaeeeeeseeeseestaeeeeess 34 Problems and Solutions cc cccccecccesseeceeesssneeeeessneeeeessneeeeessneeeeesaes 36 MOEK anoa a aeea aae ae ae aae ae a eaa aaiae aaas 39 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 1 Introduction Section 1 Introduction This section discusses the following topics e Overview e Specifications e Key Features e FlexSmart Modules e Smart Sensors e Components e Accessories Overview The HOBO Energy Logger is a modular reconfigurable data logging system used in energy and industrial monitoring applications The 15 channel system enables you to quickly and easily perform a broad range of monitoring applications You can use the HOBO Energy Logger with FlexSmart modules which convert signals from many types of Onset and third party sensors You can also use any Smart Sensor that is compatible with the HOBO Weather station or HOBO Micro Station Note Although s
11. HOBO Energy Logger Data Logger amp Modules onset Part MAN H22 Doc 9857 G User s Guide A DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD A This logger can be used with sensors that may be installed in an energized electrical enclosure or on an energized conductor Installation of sensors in an energized electrical enclosure or on an energized conductor can result in severe injury or death These sensors are for installation by qualified personnel only To avoid electrical shock do not install or service these sensors unless you are qualified to do so Disconnect and lock out all power sources during installation and servicing Please read the user s manual for instructions and use Contact Information For support please contact the company that you bought the products from Onset Computer Corporation or an Onset Authorized Dealer Onset Computer Corporation 470 MacArthur Blvd Bourne MA 02532 Mailing Address P O Box 3450 Pocasset MA 02559 3450 Phone 1 800 LOGGERS 1 800 564 4377 or 508 759 9500 Fax 508 759 9100 Hours of Operation Customer Service 8 AM to 5 PM ET Monday through Friday Technical Support 8 AM to 8 PM ET Monday through Friday E mail loggerhelp onsetcomp com Main Onset Web site www onsetcomp com If you purchased the products through an Onset Authorized Dealer you can also refer to www hobohelp com for support information 2009 2014 Onset Computer Corporation All rights reser
12. Indicator LED Behavior on page 34 for details You can get more detailed information about battery power sensor readings and memory in HOBOware at any time whether the logger is logging or not Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for details about the Status window Note In HOBOware battery capacity is reported differently depending on the type of batteries being used For alkaline batteries the status is displayed as a percentage of the capacity remaining For lithium batteries capacity is listed as Good for 25 100 capacity remaining or Empty for 25 or less capacity remaining This is necessary because lithium battery voltage does not vary much until the batteries are nearly depleted Because of the uncertainty in capacity you may wish to start each deployment with fresh lithium batteries that you know are at 100 rather than rely on old ones Stopping the Logger If wrap is not enabled the logger automatically stops recording data when the memory is full You can also stop the logger manually at any time by using the Stop command in HOBOware Once the logger has stopped the data remains in the logger until the next launch 14 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 2 Setup and Test Section 2 Setup and Test Reading out Data batteries are essentially dead at this point and should be changed The logger will continue to log but data for channels Use HOBOware to read out data from the logger Reading ou
13. a lithium or alkaline battery Do not heat the batteries above 185 F 85 C Do not mutilate or rupture the battery housing Lithium batteries may explode if the logger is exposed to extreme heat or conditions that could damage or destroy the battery case Do not expose the contents of the battery to water Battery Life Battery life will vary with the following factors e Sensor excitation current and warm up time most important factor e Logging interval and sampling interval if applicable selected e Number of sensors being used 24 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 4 Batteries and External Power e Battery type e Operating environment e g temperature The following graph can help you estimate how long batteries will last the run time at different logging intervals and excitation currents with a warm up time of 30 seconds Logging Interval 1 Min 5 Min 10 Min 1 Hr Battery Life days 0 1 T T T T 1 21 41 61 81 101 121 141 161 181 Excitation Current mA Figure 5 Battery Life Note This graph assumes that standard alkaline batteries and three FlexSmart modules are being used This graph was generated from a spreadsheet that can estimate battery life for varying parameters Contact Onset Technical Support for more information Maximizing Battery Life e Batteries are inexpensive compared to the cost of a new logger or a missed logging opportunity
14. art the logger in the field if the Trigger start option was selected in HOBOware during launch Indicator LEDs There are three green and three red status indicators The green indicators blink to show status or activity The red indicators blink to show that battery or memory is low or that a sensor error has occurred For more detailed description of the indicators refer to Diagnostics and Troubleshooting on page 34 Stereo Jack for Serial Cable The serial interface cable is connected to this port to communicate with HOBOware or the HOBO U Shuttle RS 232 Jack This port allows you to connect the logger via a DB9 connector instead of the stereo jack The pinout for the logger s RS 232 connector is as follows Pin Function RTS Connected internally to 8 CTS Connected internally to 7 NC Shell Logger Chassis Ground 1 DCD Connected internally to 4 2 RxD Logger Received Data In 3 TxD Logger Transmit Out 4 DTR Connected internally to 1 5 Signal Ground 6 NC 7 8 9 6 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 1 Introduction RJ 12 Jacks Any combination of up to six Smart Sensors can be installed on the logger External Power Jack An optional external power adapter can be connected to this port to power the logger Accessories The following accessories can be used with the HOBO Energy Logger These accessories can be purchased from an Onset Authorized Dealer or d
15. atteries and External Power Section 4 Batteries and External Power The HOBO Energy Logger requires eight 1 5V AA batteries The logger is shipped with eight alkaline batteries and is also compatible with enhanced alkaline batteries and lithium batteries Li FeS An external power source can reduce or eliminate the need for internal batteries in applications that have readily available AC power or require more current and or longer deployments than the logger s internal batteries can support See External Power Sources on page 28 Selecting batteries Onset recommends alkaline batteries for most applications because they are inexpensive can provide more accurate battery status readings in HOBOware and last longer than similar lithium batteries at moderate temperatures However some applications or environments are better suited to other types of batteries Refer to the following table to determine which type of battery you should use Battery type Considerations for use Alkaline These are best for most applications at moderate temperatures Alkaline batteries also work in temperatures ranging from 40 to 50 C 104 to 122 F and from 20 to 0 C 4 to 32 F but may not perform as well as lithium batteries at these temperatures At temperatures lower than 20 C 4 F and higher than 50 C 122 F alkaline batteries are not suitable Use lithium batteries instead Enhanced Consider these for applications wit
16. citation etc or is scheduled for an extended deployment Verify logger operation Before each deployment HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 29 Section 5 Maintenance Inspecting the Logger Housing and Cables Periodically perform a visual inspection of the logger Verify that the logger housing is free of visible damage such as cracks and that it is clean Also ensure that cables and wires are free of damage such as cracks cuts and splits are fastened securely free of corrosion and in good condition Verifying Sensor Accuracy Onset recommends that you test most Smart Sensor accuracies once a year For details on verifying sensor accuracy refer to the documentation included with each sensor For third party sensors even those supplied by Onset refer to documentation provided by manufacturer For a fee Onset can verify the accuracy of any sensor It may be possible to recalibrate some sensors Contact Onset Technical Support for details Cleaning the Logger The logger does not require specialized cleaning however if it is deployed in a dusty or grimy location you should wipe it down with a damp cloth occasionally This will prevent dirt from interfering with sensors 30 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 6 Reference Section 6 Reference Time Accuracy When you launch a logger its clock is set by the host computer s time and time zone offset from UTC UTC or Coordinated Universal Time is simi
17. d to the following compatible AC current and potential voltage transformers 4 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 1 Introduction For detailed information on these modules and sensors including new modules and sensors that may have been introduced after this manual was printed refer to the Onset website http www onsetcomp com solutions products energy Smart Sensors The Energy Logger can accommodate up to six Smart Sensors to monitor temperature humidity pressure current voltage pulses and other properties Smart Sensors are automatically detected when logging begins and do not require any configuration For detailed information on Smart Sensors including new sensors that may have been introduced after this manual was printed refer to the Onset website http www onsetcomp com solutions products Components FlexSmart Unused modules FlexSmart port Trigger button Indicator LEDs Terminals External RJ 12 jacks for RS 232 jack Stereo jack for power jack smart sensors serial cable Figure 1 Components HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 5 Section 1 Introduction FlexSmart Module Ports Up to three FlexSmart modules can be installed on the logger These can consist of any combination of Analog and TRMS modules Third party sensors available through Onset are connected to the logger through the terminals on these modules Trigger Button Hold down the button for at least two seconds to manually st
18. do need to use it carefully select the sensor excitation mode that best meets your needs Two modes are available e Warm up mode The logger supplies excitation power for a brief user programmable period prior to each measurement This mode allows you to select the minimum warm up time needed to allow for sensor stabilization while conserving the logger s battery power For example if you specify a warm up time of one second and set the Logging Interval in the logger to one minute the logger will power the external sensor for one second log a measurement and then turn off the excitation power for the next 59 seconds The warm up time can be up to 120 seconds Note If the warm up time selected is greater than the logging interval selected the logger will interpret the excitation mode as continuous e Continuous mode The logger supplies constant excitation power to the sensor for the entire duration of the deployment This mode will result in the shortest battery life Continuous mode is required if the sensor needs more than two minutes of warm up time If you need to provide continuous excitation to a sensor you should consider backing up your batteries with an external power source Refer to External Power Sources on page 28 for details Important When using excitation power always enable the logger s internal battery channel at launch If the battery becomes too low to provide excitation power excitation power is tur
19. econfigured You can use any combination of FlexSmart modules up to 3 and Smart Sensors to a maximum of 15 channels by plugging them in before logging begins Automatic detection of Smart Sensors The logger automatically recognizes Smart Sensors No programming wiring or calibration is required to set them up Digital network The connections between the Smart Sensors and the logger are digital ensuring accurate reliable data collection and storage Excitation The Analog module S FS CVIA supports optional user configurable sensor excitation power and warm up The logger provides 12 V DC sensor excitation voltage up to 200 mA for transducers that require external power for proper operation Refer to Sensor Excitation on page 20 for details Flexible power capabilities The logger supports multiple battery types alkaline enhanced alkaline or lithium as well as several types of external power sources to allow for longer deployments while providing increased power for sensor excitation Refer to External Power Sources on page 28 for details FlexSmart Modules The logger is compatible with two types of FlexSmart modules which can accommodate up to two sensors each Up to three FlexSmart modules in any combination can be connected to the logger The Analog Module S FS CVIA offers configurable excitation power and can be connected to any one or two of the following sensors The TRMS Module S FS TRMSA can be connecte
20. ger This two channel module can accept and provide excitation power to a wide range of Onset and third party sensors with 0 0 V or 0 20 mA output including devices with 4 20 mA current loop interface and sensors with 0 2 5 0 5 and 0 10 V DC output The Analog module features input protection and signal filtering as well as delta sigma A D conversion and factory calibration This module features extremely low power operation resulting in long battery life for unattended data logging applications Precision electronics provide 0 25 accuracy from 50 mV to full scale FS Sensors connected to this Analog module can be configured in HOBOware software Configuration options include channel names scaling parameters and excitation power Sensors are connected to the module via a seven pin Phoenix style detachable screw terminal connector Functional Block Diagram Excitation e Channel Input Signal Input Conditioning Barer rue Current Sensing Channel Return Figure 3 Analog Module Functional Block Diagram 18 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 3 Modules and Sensors Connecting Sensors to the Analog Module Insert the Phoenix style screw terminal connector into the connector on the end of the module Note The Analog module is a single ended device Pins 3 and 7 are connected to signal ground and to each other Refer to the sensor documentation for terminal connection details and use the pinout
21. ger will continue to run until all memory is used If the logger was launched with wrapping enabled this indicator should not blink Battery Low Red This indicator blinks when battery power is at less than 25 capacity or if the batteries are installed improperly The logger will continue logging until the batteries are dead however you should read out the data and replace the batteries as soon as possible before the batteries die and then relaunch the logger Or attach an external power source if possible If this indicator continues to blink even after you have replaced the batteries e Check that the batteries are installed properly If the polarity of any of the batteries is incorrect this indicator will blink e Make sure you are using the correct battery type The logger uses eight 1 5 volt AA alkaline or lithium batteries The battery type must be specified correctly on the Launch Logger dialog for the correct battery status to be reported e Make sure all batteries are of the same type either all alkaline all enhanced alkaline or all lithium Never mix battery types e Check the battery expiration date Verify that the expiration date is at least two years from the current date Batteries can lose significant capacity if stored at elevated temperatures e Check the voltage of the batteries with a voltmeter Alkaline batteries should be at least 1 5 V per cell when new fresh lithium batteries should be 1 6 V per
22. gger can only record 15 data channels at a time 3 Log battery voltage Optional If you are using excitation power you should also log the battery voltage This channel does not count towards the 15 channel limit 4 Wrap Optional The Energy Logger will stop logging when its memory is full or you can enable wrapping With wrapping enabled when the logger s memory fills up the newest measurements will overwrite the oldest measurements 5 Pre set Data Assistants Optional Configure pre set Data Assistants as desired See the HOBOware User s Guide for details 6 Review other launch settings Select logging and sampling intervals and indicate whether you want to begin logging now wait for a timed delay or a trigger start Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for more information about these settings 7 Click Launch HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 13 Section 2 Setup and Test Depending on the option you select the logger may start automatically either immediately or at a specified time or you may start it manually by pressing the Push to Start button on the logger Checking Logger Status You can verify logger status by looking at the indicator lights on the logger The LEDs blink to let you know if the logger is waiting for a delayed or button start or if the logger is already logging Other LEDs blink to warn you when battery power or memory is running low or if there is a sensor error Refer to
23. h higher sensor alkaline such as excitation requirements and moderate temperatures Energizer E2 or These batteries are specifically designed for high Duracell Ultra current use For low current applications however they offer little improvement HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 23 Section 4 Batteries and External Power Battery type Considerations for use Lithium Lithium batteries last longer than alkaline batteries in Li FeS2 applications with extreme or varying temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F They also outperform alkalines in deployments with high sensor excitation currents gt 100 mA or long warmup times Lithium battery voltage does not vary much until the batteries are nearly depleted Because of the uncertainty in capacity you may wish to start each deployment with fresh lithium batteries that you know are at 100 rather than rely on old ones Important Do not use any other type of battery such as carbon zinc heavy duty or rechargeable batteries These batteries will not perform well and will not report their battery status accurately in HOBOware WARNING Fire Explosion and Severe Burn Hazard Do not mix battery types either by chemistry or age batteries may rupture or explode When replacing the batteries read and follow their disposal instructions dispose of lithium batteries according to local regulations Do not dispose of batteries in fire Never attempt to recharge
24. he logger with the Trigger start option this indicator will continue blinking and will not record any measurements until you press and hold the Push to Start button on the logger for at least two seconds You can add and remove Smart Sensors and FlexSmart modules while this indicator is blinking Delayed Start Green If you have launched the logger with an At Interval or Delayed start option the indicator will continue blinking and the logger will not record measurements until the defined start date time You can add and remove Smart Sensors and FlexSmart modules while this indicator is blinking Logging Green This indicator blinks every two seconds while the logger is recording data from sensors Sensors must not be added while this indicator is blinking If this indicator is not blinking when you believe it should make sure the logger has been launched If you configured the logger to launch with a 34 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting delayed or interval start check the date and time you selected and make sure the Delayed Start indicator is blinking If you configured the logger to launch with the Trigger start option press and hold the Push to Start button on the logger until all the indicators flash at once at least two seconds Memory Low Red If the logger was launched with wrapping disabled this indicator blinks when less than 25 of memory remains for saving data The log
25. ical Support Logger is not Check and replace the batteries and reconnect the HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 37 found logger Check communication cable connections Review the Communication preferences in HOBOware Check the computer s COM port USB settings 38 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Index Analog module 4 7 12 15 18 20 20 Batteries 3 4 13 14 23 26 dead 16 27 33 37 indicator 35 installing 10 replacing 26 Battery channel 10 13 15 21 22 33 Delayed interval start 3 13 17 34 35 Excitation 2 4 12 13 15 18 19 20 21 23 24 38 External power source 3 4 7 8 10 21 28 35 FlexSmart modules 2 12 13 22 analog 4 7 12 15 18 20 20 TRMS 2 4 8 15 Indicators LEDs 2 14 17 20 34 36 36 Logging interval 2 15 17 20 21 24 33 37 Measurement averaging See Sampling interval HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Memory 2 14 27 33 36 wrapping 13 14 35 Power adapter power supply see External power source Sampling interval 3 13 24 25 37 Sensor excitation See Excitation Sensors 2 36 37 adding and removing 17 FlexSmart 4 10 12 13 19 22 34 Smart 1 4 5 10 13 17 22 25 26 30 34 Smart Sensors 1 2 4 5 10 13 22 25 26 30 34 cable lengths 37 cable lengths 17 Trigger button start 3 6 13 14 17 34 35 TRMS
26. ighten the screw to secure it Do not over tighten the screw See Batteries on page 23 for more information To use an external power source plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet or other power source then plug the power adapter into the external power jack See External Power Sources on page 28 2 Install FlexSmart modules if applicable You can install up to three FlexSmart modules on the logger Modules may be plugged into any slot in any combination See Installing FlexSmart Modules on page 11 3 Attach the third party sensors to the modules if applicable For information on installing the third party sensors refer to Modules and Sensors on page 17 as well as the instructions that came with the sensor 4 Connect the Smart Sensors if applicable Plug up to six Smart Sensors into the RJ 12 modular jacks or use splitters to install more than six Keep in mind that some Smart Sensors have more than one sensor channel The logger supports up to 15 sensor channels plus the logger s own battery channel if selected for logging 5 Connect to the host computer Use the serial interface cable part ADAPT SER USB to connect the logger to a computer running HOBOware If your 10 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 2 Setup and Test computer does not have a serial port you can use a Keyspan USB serial adapter part ADAPT SER USB to connect the logger to a USB port on your computer 6
27. irectly from Onset Computer Corporation For detailed information on these accessories including new items that may have been introduced after this manual was printed refer to the Onset website http www onsetcomp com solutions products energy Accessory amp Onset part Description Section 1 Introduction Accessory amp Onset part Description FlexSmart TRMS Module Spares Kit A FS TRMSA 4P Four 4 pin screw terminals and screwdriver lets you leave a sensor attached to screw terminal for later connection to module USB Serial Adapter Cables Allows you to connect the logger to a USB ADAPT SER USB port on your computer Energy Logger Feet A H22 MOUNT 1 Allows you to securely mount the logger to a panel or other surface Includes screws Energy Logger Mounting Allows you to mount the logger to Kit industry standard 32 mm and 35 mm DIN A H22 DINMOUNT 1 rails Energy Logger Spares Kit Spare bumpers screwdriver and A H22 SPARES FlexSmart module connector covers FlexSmart Analog Module Four 7 pin screw terminals and Spares Kit screwdriver lets you leave a sensor A FS CVIA 7P attached to screw terminal for later connection to module HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 7 Energy Logger AC Power Allows you to power the logger using AC Adapter power rather than batteries 100 to 240 P AC 1 VAC 50 or 60 Hz input 8 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 2 Setup and Test
28. lar to Greenwich Mean Time The time zone offset makes it possible to determine objective non local time This prevents conflicts and confusion when you relaunch a logger with a shuttle that may have been launched in a different time zone or before a Spring or Fall time change Once the logger is logging it will keep fairly accurate time However the following may cause errors with time reporting e Host clock error The most likely source of error is an incorrect time or time zone setting on the computer that launched the logger Make sure the clock on your computer is set to the correct date and time before launching the logger One accurate resource is http www nist time gov e Launch time loss The logger may lose up to two seconds when it is launched This is a one time error that occurs as part of the start up sequence and cannot be avoided e Clock drift The logger s long term time accuracy is related to ambient temperature At 25 C 77 F the worst case error is 8 parts per million PPM or about 5 seconds per week The error increases as the temperature deviates from 25 C as shown in the graph below At a constant temperature of 20 C the logger time error could be as much as 35 PPM 21 seconds per week HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 31 Section 6 Reference The following graph shows the worst case time Negative Positive error I 60 40 a c e 20 z v
29. module 2 4 8 15 Warmup 2 15 21 24 26 Wrap 2 13 14 35 39 40 Onset Computer Corporation 470 MacArthur Blvd Bourne MA 02532 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide
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31. n Check the status in HOBOware e Make sure the batteries are not dead Batteries should have at least 1 volt per cell e The memory may be full Read out the logger and relaunch e The logger may not have been launched 36 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Problem Solution Individual If a FlexSmart module or Smart Sensor is removed modules or and then immediately reconnected it may not be sensors are not found or are missing in HOBOware s Launch Logger dialog detected and therefore will not appear on the Launch Logger dialog Click the Refresh button on the Launch Logger dialog Check for a loose connection between the module or sensor and the logger Make sure you have not exceeded 100 meters 328 ft of network cable for all Smart Sensors No modules or sensors appear in HOBOware s Launch Logger dialog Remove all modules and sensors except one click Refresh and see if the module or sensor appears on the Launch Logger dialog Continue to remove and reconnect modules and sensors one at a time until you identify the culprit If you find the bad module or sensor or if none of the modules or sensors communicates contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Batteries die prematurely Check for excessive moisture or contamination in the logger enclosure Severe and or repeated condensation in the logger enclosure can lead to
32. n of battery life Replacing Batteries Fresh batteries are cheap insurance for extended deployments or high draw applications when using an external power source is not feasible e Before replacing batteries always read out the logger to prevent data loss e Replace batteries at least once a year to prevent loss of data e Replace batteries more often if you are using sensor excitation To replace batteries 1 Select the type of batteries you will use and obtain eight fresh new batteries of the same type For more information on 26 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 4 Batteries and External Power selecting the type of batteries to use for your application refer to Selecting batteries on page 23 2 Using a Phillips head screwdriver loosen the screw on the back of the battery compartment door Remove the door Loosen screw on battery compartment door Insert batteries into battery compartment Figure 6 Replacing Batteries Remove the used batteries and dispose of them properly 4 Install eight new 1 5 V AA batteries using care to match the polarity marked in the battery compartment Do not mix battery types 5 Position the battery compartment door in place and tighten the screw to secure it Do not over tighten the screw Recovering Data from a Logger with Dead Batteries The logger uses very durable high capacity Flash memory With this memory data is retained even when the batteries are dead or
33. ned off but logging continues as long as the battery can power the logger This will cause the further readings on that channel to become inaccurate If you are logging the internal battery channel when this happens an Excitation Off event will be shown in your datafile to mark the point at which excitation power was disabled If you do not log the internal battery channel you will not have anything in your datafile to identify the point beyond which the data might be inaccurate HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 21 Section 3 Modules and Sensors Working with Channels The Energy Logger can log up to 15 data channels not including the internal battery channel This includes all FlexSmart module channels plus each of the Smart Sensor channels note that some Smart Sensors may have more than one channel If you have more than 15 channels connected some of the sensors will be ignored You should remove any Smart Sensors that will not be used in the deployment and disable any module channels that are not needed 22 FlexSmart modules have two channels If you want to log only one channel you can disable the unused channel on the Launch window in HOBOware Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for details If you connect a Smart Sensor that has multiple channels such as temperature and relative humidity all of its channels will be logged There is no way to disable them HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 4 B
34. ome Smart Sensors are intended mainly for outdoor use for example the Solar Radiation sensor the Energy Logger is suitable for indoor use only Use HOBOware Pro software to configure and communicate with the logger HOBOware allows you to customize configuration settings launch the logger read out the data and plot or export the data for analysis The Energy Logger package includes e HOBO Energy Logger e Energy Logger User s Guide e Fight 1 5V alkaline batteries e One miniature slotted screwdriver e Blank label e Rubber feet HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 1 Section 1 Introduction Specifications Operating range 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F with alkaline batteries 40 to 60 C 40 to 140 F with lithium batteries Sensor inputs Three FlexSmart multi channel modules and up to 6 Smart Sensors which may have multiple parameters channels Sensor Six RJ 12 Smart Sensor jacks plus 3 FlexSmart module connectors slots Communication RS 232 via 3 5 mm serial port or and 9 pin D Sub connector Dimensions 15 6 cm x 8 4 cm x 4 6 cm 6 13 x 3 31 x 1 81 Weight 435 g 15 23 oz with batteries 238 g 8 33 oz without batteries Memory 512K nonvolatile flash data storage Memory modes Stop when full wrap when full Operational Six indicators provide logging and sensor network indicators status Logging One second to 18 hours user specified interval interval 2 second minim
35. our sensor Click the Load button to select an existing configuration for the sensor 3 Review the loaded configuration or create a new one The Configure Channel dialog allows you to create or change the channel name scaling parameters and other items Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for details 4 Review or set excitation power if applicable If this is an Analog module make sure that the excitation power settings are correct for the intended sensor 5 Save the new or changed configuration Skip this step if you are using a default configuration without any changes 6 Click Configure to complete the configuration Repeat these steps for each channel of each module 12 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 2 Setup and Test Launching the Logger Once all Smart Sensors have been connected and FlexSmart modules have been configured access the Launch window in HOBOware and take the following steps 1 Select the correct battery type alkaline or lithium If the battery type is not set correctly the batteries will not report their power accurately 2 Review the list of channels Make sure all of your sensors and modules are listed in the Launch window in HOBOware The FlexSmart modules and Smart Sensors are listed in ascending order by serial number If more than 15 data channels are connected the devices with the higher serial numbers will be ignored and their data will not be recorded The lo
36. re each channel at launch time or create and save different configurations to be loaded into the modules whenever needed A channel configuration consists of a channel name measured property name scaling parameters and excitation information if applicable Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for details Verifying Operation When logging begins the logger will acquire and store measurements from the sensors attached to the module When the module is functioning correctly the Active indicator on the module blinks once per logging interval for each configured channel to indicate that a successful measurement has been made Sensor Excitation Sensor excitation is a voltage output provided by the logger to power a sensor that is connected to it This power may be needed because the sensor is not self powered or because the sensor s power capacity cannot support a long deployment When sensor excitation is required the logger can provide 12 V DC sensor excitation voltage up to 200 mA total for transducers that require external power for proper operation The excitation voltage has a programmable warm up time and is controlled by the FlexSmart Analog module Excitation is controlled on a per module basis Excitation power can drastically reduce logger battery life If your sensor does not require it you should not include it in the channel configuration 20 HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 3 Modules and Sensors If you
37. removed If the logger stops recording data because the batteries are dead you can recover the data that has been recorded Simply replace the batteries and then read out the data from the logger as usual Important Do not relaunch the logger until the data has been recovered If after changing the batteries you are still unable to read out your HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 27 Section 4 Batteries and External Power logger contact the vendor that sold it to you It may be possible to retrieve the logged data External Power Sources An external power source can reduce or eliminate the need for internal batteries in applications that have readily available AC power or require more current and or longer deployments than the logger s internal batteries can support The logger can operate on a DC input voltage from several external sources including e Standard 12 V automotive motorcycle type battery e Sealed lead acid SLA type 12 V battery used in uninterruptible power supplies and emergency lighting systems e External alkaline lithium battery packs e Optional AC power adapter Onset part P AC 1 There are two ways you can use an external power source e Battery eliminator mode In place of the internal batteries In this mode the logger can operate on a DC input voltage ranging 8V I5V e Battery backup mode To conserve the internal batteries as an automatic back up supply if the external supply should fail
38. short circuits and battery failure It may be necessary to place the logger in an additional weatherproof case with desiccant inside the enclosure to prevent condensation Make sure that both the logging and sampling intervals are set for at least one minute or greater Fast sampling and logging intervals shorter than one minute will rapidly deplete the battery For more information refer to Maximizing battery life on p 25 Check for damaged wiring and malfunctioning modules and sensors Damaged cables or connectors can result in complete or partial short circuits that will rapidly drain batteries Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Problem Solution Datafile contains errors If you are missing data for a particular module or sensor check that it was properly installed and configured Remove and reconnect the module or sensor and check the status in HOBOware to verify that it can report accurate readings If you find that it is not communicating it may be damaged Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Excitation power stops working The batteries have dwindled to 6 8 V while excitation was in use The batteries are nearly dead and must be changed Datafile cannot be opened In rare circumstances the datafile may have become corrupted Read out the logger again and try opening the file again If that does not work contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Techn
39. shows the expected run time for several logging intervals based on the total number of bits in place which is determined by adding together the bits per sample for each sensor measurement parameter in your system For example a HOBO Energy Logger with the following sensors is using 56 total bits Bits per Sensor Sample Total bits 1 temperature sensor X 8 8 1 wind speed sensor X 16 16 2 temperature sensors X 16 32 Total number of bits 56 At a logging interval of 5 minutes the logging duration for a logger using 56 bits would be approximately 250 days Refer to the sensor manual to determine the number of bits each type of sensor uses HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 33 Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Section 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting This section lists some symptoms and tips to help you confirm correct operation of your logger and help you diagnose possible problems It discusses the following diagnostic and troubleshooting topics e Indicator LED behavior e Testing the logger e Problems and solutions Indicator LED behavior The indicator LEDs can provide helpful clues as to what the logger is doing especially when it is not behaving as expected Note The indicators are very faint under direct sunlight or bright fluorescent lighting If no indicators appear to be blinking shield the logger from the light and check the indicators again Push to Start Green If you have launched t
40. t copies using excitation will be invalid data from the logger to your computer allowing you to save the data in a dtf file and view the plot 5 Click Launch to start the logger You can read out while the logger is recording data or after the logger 6 After a couple of minutes read out the logger Answer Yes has been stopped Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for details about when prompted to stop the logger reading out saving and displaying data 7 Make sure the data appears normal for all sensors Verifying Logger Operation It is a good idea to quickly test the logger before each deployment especially if the logger has been stored unused for a long period To test the logger take the following steps 1 Set up the logger attach sensors etc and start HOBOware 2 Access the Launch window and verify that HOBOware detects all of the connected modules and sensors 3 Enter a logging interval of a few seconds so that your test will yield enough data to look at and select the logger s internal battery channel Make sure the logger is configured to start logging immediately upon launch Important If you are using both channels of a TRMS module you must select a minimum 2 second logging interval If all TRMS modules are configured for single channel use you can use a 1 second logging interval 4 If you are using sensor excitation configure it for each FlexSmart Analog module channel Sensors purchased from
41. um for two channel S FS TRMSA operation Sensor 12 V DC at 200 mA total with user programmable excitation warmup time on a per channel basis Battery life One year typical use up to 75 mA excitation with 10 minute or longer logging Interval and 1 second warmup time HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Section 1 Introduction Battery type Eight standard AA alkaline batteries included for operating conditions 20 C 4 F to 50 C 122 F optional AA lithium batteries available for operating conditions of 40 to 60 C 40 to 140 F External power Supports optional 13 6 V DC regulated AC Wall Adapter Connector Internal batteries may remain installed Alternatively an automotive battery or 9 12 V DC regulated Wall Adapter may be used but it is recommended to remove the internal batteries since they will discharge to the level of the external supply Time accuracy 0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and 5 seconds per week at 25 C 77 F Logging mode Immediate timed delay or trigger button push start options supports sampling intervals for some sensors Data Current readings while logging read out while logging communication read out when stopped CE marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant directives in the European Union EU HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide 3 Section 1 Introduction Key Features Flexible expansion The logger is not pr
42. ved Onset HOBO HOBOware and FlexSmart are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onset Computer Corporation for its data logger products and configuration interface software Keyspan is a trademark of InnoSys Inc Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Energizer is a registered trademark of Eveready Battery Company Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies ii HOBO Energy Logger User s Guide Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction 6 isis ccdicciscciscrcntncccucncuiacvesedancucsdducucate 1 OVEIVIOW riei iaaiaee e adaa a ie een ee 1 Specifications s re e eat ae es tthe ee ttl a 2 Key Features A cuniieveen aaia E i AKUA einai 4 GOMPONEMIS ayes a a a E a a suoeet tt tad te 5 Accessories a isc0y icc seitein tape aa an aaa aeaa Aa ea AA AE aAA AER 7 Section 2 Setup and TeSt ccccesesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeeeeees 9 RREQUIFOMOENTSS aneo a a e eee o A 9 SLEDS amanina a aaa eee Re tars Ad or ee ia 10 FlexSmart Modules cccccceceeeeceeneeeeeeeeceaeeeeaaeeeeneeeseaeeeesaeseeneeesaes 11 Launching the Logger ceccceeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeaeeeeeeeaeees 13 Checking Logger Status cccceceeseeeeeeeeeceeeeeseaeeeeeeeeseeeeeaeeeeaeeee 14 Stopping the LOQQEM cccceesceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeaeseeneeseeeeseaaeeeeneeees 14 Reading out Data cc steckicocceevetiavethinadsteckaseueneinartevbingcetbinadteevburiedevkises 15 Verifying Logger Operatio
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