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1. 11 81 cm 4 65 HOBO U30 NRC 53 User s Manual Analog Sensor Port Specifications Input Channels Two single ended Two or three wire via screw terminals Field Wiring on detachable connector 16 24 AWG Replacement detachable connectors Part of spares kit Part No A FS CVIA 7P 1 User configurable 0 20 mA DC 0 2 5 VDC 0 5 VDC 0 10 VDC and 0 20 VDC the Input Range voltage range is determined based on the raw values entered for the voltage scaling in HOBOware Minimum Maximum Input Voltage 0 24 VDC Minimum Maximum Input Current 0 24 mA DC Minimum Current Source Impedance gt 20 KQ Accuracy 0 25 of FSR from 50mV to FSV ADC Resolution 12 bits Analog Sensor Port Functional Diagram Excitation e Channel Input Input Protection Channel Retum HOBO U30 NRC 54 User s Manual Pinout Pin Left Function Pin Right Function Channel 1 Signal Channel 1 Return HOBO U30 NRC 55 User s Manual Time Accuracy The internal clock in the HOBO U30 Station is set by the time on the HOBOlink server and the time zone offset from UTC that you select when you configure the device UTC or Coordinated Universal Time is similar to Greenwich Mean Time The time zone offset makes it possible to determine objective non local time This prevents conflicts and confusion before a Spring or Fall time change Once the logger is lo
2. No Remote Communication NRG onsetcomp com Contacting Onset 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 Customer Service Hours 8AM to 5PM Eastern Time Technical Support Hours 8AM to 8PM Eastern Time E mail loggerhelp onset or hobolink onsetcomp com Main Onset Web site www onsetcomp com Copyrights and Trademarks 2009 2014 Onset Computer Corporation All rights reserved Onset HOBO HOBOlink HOBOware BoxCar and FlexSmart are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onset Computer Corporation for its data logger products and configuration interface software Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies A DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD AN 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 i
3. HOBO U30 NRC 3 meter tripod leg brace User s Manual 5 Attach each of the three inner legs to each of the leg U bolt assemblies 5 16 18 inch using the inner stud of the U bolt To attach each inner leg remove the nut from the inner stud slide the leg over the stud and then tighten the nut finger Inner leg Anchorplate Figure 42 Three meter tripod inner leg 6 Loosen the three lock nuts on the bolts on the upper and lower mast tri clamp assemblies Back the three bolts out of the upper and lower mast tri clamp assemblies so that the lower mast section can be slipped down through the upper mast tri clamps and into the lower mast tri clamp with the creased end of mast facing up When the lower mast section is installed hand tighten the upper and lower mast tri clamps Upper mast Sal tri clamp FANANO d Postlevel Fi A J LA 3rd tripodleg LI d I Lower mast gt gt A N Lower mast U bolt tri clamp i Lee U aV A Figure 43 Three meter tripod lower mast 7 Install a Post Level Part M LVA on the lower mast as shown in the previous figure 8 When the tripod is oriented on the site secure one of the three tripod legs to its mounting location and tighten the U bolts on this leg 9 Adjustthe second leg to level in one direction and secure this leg 10 Use the third leg to adjust the mast close to level HOBO U30 NRC 72 User s
4. Mast dimple Figure 48 Logger Housing on Mast 2 Ifyou are using the Guy Wire kit position the logger enclosure so that it will not be in the way of guy wires 3 Attach the logger s ground wire to the lower housing U bolt Screw on the lower U bolt nuts and then tighten all the U bolt nuts HOBO U30 NRC 78 User s Manual Task 7 Install Guy Wire Kit Optional NOTE If you are using the 2 meter tripod you will need to attach the guy wires to three 1 2 inch stakes Part M SKA which should be spaced evenly around the tripod at a distance of 3 to 4 m 10 to 13 ft from the mast 1 Ifyou haven t already done so attach the upper mast tri clamp to the upper mast Orient the eyebolts on the upper clamp so they align with each tripod foot or a 1 2 inch stake 2 Attach one end of the guy cable to one eyebolt on the upper mast tri clamp Open the wire clamp by loosening the screw on it Place the clamp over the wire and tighten Leave 2 5 cm 1 inch of wire protruding from the clamp Is N saio oa Sj M ZUM tri clamp ti Wire clamp screw Upper mast gt WC 1 in 2 5 cm of exposed cable Figure 49 Guy wire attachment 3 Hookone S hook and one turnbuckle onto the corresponding stake or leg Turnbuckle S Hook Figure 50 Guying to 1 2 inch Stakes HOBO U30 NRC 79 User s Manual Turnbuckle Figure 51 Guying to 3 Meter tripod feet 4 Cutthe guy cable so that i
5. Overview The HOBO U30 Station is a data logging and monitoring device that can be easily reconfigured and adapted to a wide variety of applications Up to 15 channels of data can be recorded and monitored remotely via HOBOlink Use HOBOware Pro software to set up analog data channels communicate with the logger locally and perform advanced plotting and analysis The HOBO U30 Station is a data logging system that can be easily reconfigured and adapted to a wide variety of applications Up to 15 channels of data can be recorded and monitored with HOBOware Pro software You can set alarms to trip for specific sensor readings that you select or for overall system conditions such as when the memory or battery is running low Contents The HOBO U30 Station package includes HOBO U30 Station Mounting Kit Grounding Wire Cable Entry and Sealing Kit Optional Analog Sensor Port if ordered Optional Sensor Expander Board if ordered HOBO U30 NRC User s Manual Key Features Automatic Detection of Smart Sensors The HOBO U30 Station automatically recognizes Smart Sensors You can connect up to 10 Smart Sensors of any type or combination just by plugging them in before logging begins No programming wiring or calibration is required to set them up The connections between the Smart Sensors and the logger are digital ensuring accurate reliable data collection and storage The HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring System is compatible wit
6. Secure the tripod Use either the 4 inch diameter stake kit Part M SKB or bolt the tripod to cement pads with 4 inch anchors Install a stake or bolt through one ofthe holes on each of three tripod feet 10 If site conditions high winds etc warrant further stabilization of the tripod use the Guy Wire Kit Part M GWA See Task 7 Install Guy Wire Kit on page 79 HOBO U30 NRC 69 User s Manual 3 meter tripod lower mast assembly instructions This is an example of a typical 3 meter tripod assembly with a mast mounted Rain Gauge sensor Wind speed sensor p PAR sensor Xd d p Rain gauge H a Upper mast L 4 Logger Solar radiation shield Guy wire gt Lower tripod Anchorplates Figure 39 3 meter tri pod 1 Using 5 16 inch nuts attach the three anchor plates to the three tripod foot brackets with the large holes to the outside Tighten the nuts securely HOBO U30 NRC 70 User s Manual the anchor plates 2 Attach the three leg U bolts with saddle clamps one each onto the outer legs about 20 cm 8 inches up from amp U bolts with saddle clamps l l E 728 es a 4 Anchor plates Figure 40 3 Open the tripod and place it in an upright position 3 meter lower tripod 4 Unfold the leg brace assembly and place the assembly flat on the ground
7. Click Help to open the Help for this dialog Number of Samples See Alarm Values above OK Click OK to return to the Alarms dialog O St os Sg Cancel Click Cancel to cancel all entries and return to the Alarms dialog HOBO U30 NRC 22 User s Manual INSTALLING THE HOBO U30 STATION IN THE FIELD Field Installation Procedure Tools Required Before you head into the field refer to the Items Required for Installation topic on page 59 to make sure you have the necessary tools and equipment Steps This procedure assumes that you have performed the preliminary hardware setup and configuration and have performed a pre deployment test 1 1 00 ELTON 10 10 Mount the HOBO U30 Station Ifyou are mounting the HOBO U30 Station to a tripod see Tripod Setup page 62 Ifyou are mounting the HOBO U30 Station to a pole see Mounting the U30 Station to a Pole page 30 Connect the grounding wire optional page 24 Plug all Smart Sensors into the HOBO U30 Station if not already plugged in making sure all cables are routed through the cable access opening s Connect Analog Sensors to the Analog Sensor Port if applicable page 15 NOTE It may be necessary to build up the diameter third party sensors with heat shrink or electrical tape to match the diameter of the holes in the rubber cable channels and ensure a weather tight seal Run the cable for a solar panel or AC adapter through the Primary Cable Slot but do n
8. Expander Board and you will be using those ports now you must remove the covering on the Secondary Cable Slot Install Mounting Plates page 12 Connect Smart Sensors page 13 and Analog Sensors page 15 Onset recommends that you test all sensors you plan to deploy with the logger If you are using the Solar Radiation Shield set up the Temperature and Temperature RH sensors There are several small pieces required to connect these sensors to the shield that could easily get lost in the field It is strongly recommended you install these sensors in the solar radiation shield before going to the field Connect the Battery page 16 Connect the U30 to a computer page 17 Run HOBOware Pro and select the U30 Configure the Analog Sensor Port Optional page 18 Configure Launch Settings including alarms if required and launch the logger page 16 Check the U30 Status page 36 Readout the U30 Repack the logger and sensors for transit Onset strongly recommends that you use the original packaging when possible because it is custom designed to protect the weather station and its components HOBO U30 NRC 11 User s Manual Installing Mounting Plates Screw the mounting plates onto the back of the HOBO U30 Station case using a Phillips head screwdriver Be careful to orient the plates as shown below so that the screw heads are sunk into the screw holes Figure 2 Installing Mounting Plates HOBO U30 NRC 12 User s
9. Manual 11 When the mast is close to being level secure the third leg 12 Fine tune the mast level by sliding the U bolts slightly up or down Tighten all three leg tri clamps using a 1 2 inch wrench Again verify that the mast is level 13 After checking level and orientation tighten all upper and lower mast U bolts and lock nuts 14 Orient the lower mast creases so they face north and south 15 Tighten the tri clamp bolts so that the mast is locked into position Note the lower mast should be about 8 inches 20 cm above the ground at this time assuming that if you are using the wind sensor you want it to end up at 3 meters or almost 10 feet HOBO U30 NRC 73 User s Manual Task 2 Install Grounding Kit This section explains how to install the grounding rod from the Grounding Kit Part M GKA and attach it to the lower mast of either the 2 meter and 3 meter tripods 1 Attach the ground wire to the lower mast of the tripod using the U bolt assembly delivered with the grounding kit 2 Slidethe ground rod clamp over the ground rod prior to driving it into the ground This allows you to work with the clamp before the top of the rod is damaged from impact 3 Usinga sledgehammer drive the ground rod into the ground as close as possible to the lower mast of the tripod 4 Attach the ground wire to the ground rod Cut off excess cable length and discard or recycle 5 Tighten the clamp bolt Groundrod clamp Grou
10. Manual Connecting Smart Sensors Before You Begin e Connect Smart Sensors before you begin logging with the U30 Smart Sensors plugged in after logging has already begun will be ignored e This procedure assumes that the Smart Sensor Expander Board and connector are already installed See page 41 for information Steps NOTE If you are using the Smart Sensor Expander Board connect sensors to those ports first 1 Runcables through the Secondary Cable Slot Feed cables through Secondary Cable Slot Figure 3 Run Cables through Secondary Slot 2 Plugthe cables into the Smart Sensor Expander Board Plug cables into Smart Sensor Expander Board Figure 4 Plug Cables into Expander Board HOBO U30 NRC 13 User s Manual 3 Runcables for remaining Smart Sensors through the Primary Cable Slots and connect the cables into the Primary Smart Sensor Ports H b Plug cables into the Primary Smart Sensor Ports 7 a Feed cables through Primary Cable Slot Figure 5 Plug Cables into Primary Slots Note Smart sensors are listed in ascending order by serial number in HOBOware by default HOBO U30 NRC 14 User s Manual Connecting Analog Sensors Refer to the specific sensor documentation for terminal connection details and use the pinout diagram on page 54 to connect a two or three wire sensor or transducer to the module s terminals Connect Analog Sensors to Analog Sensor Port Figure 6 Connecting Analo
11. Selection Use the following guidelines to help you choose an appropriate site for setting up the Station and protecting against field hazards A When possible select a location away from trees and buildings particularly if you will be using the rain gauge or wind speed sensors Place the rain bucket at a distance away from obstructions that is equal to at least three times the height of the nearest tree building or other obstruction and the wind speed sensor at a distance away from obstructions that is equal to at least five times the height of the obstruction WARNING Severe shock hazard Do not set up the HOBO Station near power lines Contact between the HOBO Station and power lines may result in a fatal shock electrocution or death Avoid placing the logger in extremely hot locations such as on a dashboard or the roof of a greenhouse and chronically wet locations such as in a well or any place that is wet most or all of the time Also avoid rising water and flood zones Conduit is recommended when placing a sensor in or near the ground to protect against animals lawn mowers tractors exposure to chemicals etc Beware of rodents birds cattle and other animals that can bite peck or trample the HOBO Station Avoid placing the sensors near falling rocks dead trees or other objects that could fall on the HOBO Station A Grounding Kit Part M GKA is required if using the wind speed or wind direction sensor with the logg
12. Technical Support e NOTE The U30 Station uses very durable high capacity Flash memory With this memory data is retained even when the battery runs out of charge e Important Do not re launch the logger until the data has been recovered If the battery cannot be recharged and you are still unable to read out the HOBO U30 Station contact the vendor that sold it to you It may be possible to retrieve the logged data Too many calls are being made to HOBOlink Select a slower connection interval in Readout Configuration Or consider turning on Night Mode which allows you to set up a second slower connection interval overnight Too much battery power is being used Make sure the solar panel is installed properly and functioning That should provide enough power to recharge the battery during the day Or use the AC adapter to recharge the battery Only some of the installed sensors are logging e Checkforaloose connection e Ifusing the Smart Sensor Expander board make sure it is connected to the built in Smart Sensor board with the expander cable e Make sure you have not exceeded 100 meters 328 ft of network cable for all Smart Sensors e Make sure you have not exceeded 15 data channels Use HOBOware Pro to see a list of all installed sensors and Analog Sensor Ports in the Launch window The Smart Sensors are listed in ascending order by serial number If more than 15 data channels are connected the devices with the higher ser
13. Wind Direction sensor because it keeps this sensor away from other sensors that could cause wind turbulence or wind shadows It is also the best way to ensure the sensor is vertical Steps 1 Attach the cross arm to the upper mast using the two 1 4 20 x 2 3 4 inch hex head bolts Mount the cross arm on the side opposite the dimple at the bottom of the upper mast with the word TOP on the upper surface of the cross arm 2 Passthe two bolts with flat washers on them through the two holes on the cross arm and through the two holes at the top ofthe upper mast Install a nylock nut on each bolt Do not securely tighten the bolts yet 3 Install the mast plug into the upper mast top with the slot facing down and going over the two bolts Note After the mast plug is installed it should be flush with the top of the mast 4 Tighten the two nuts equally Mast plug not inserted yet Oo o t S Half cross arm ui ot Washer lt Bolts Ufo Upper mast Figure 46 Half cross arm setup is same for full cross arm For directions on mounting the Wind Speed or Wind Direction sensor to the cross arm see the sensor manual HOBO U30 NRC 76 User s Manual Task 5 Mount Upper Mast to Lower Mast NOTE Onset recommends that two people work together to attach the upper mast to the lower mast 1 Lightly grease the creased upper end of the lower mast 2 While holding the upper mast securely cut the
14. a channel and click Add to configure an alarm 2 Alarms This section includes all of the alarms that have been configured 3 Relay Contacts Select if the relay is Normally Open or Normally Closed This only applies if the Alarm Action configured in the Alarm Configuration dialog is set to Activate Relay or Deactivate Relay 4 Close Relay To test the relay alarm function click the Close Relay Open Relay button Help Click Help to open the Help topic for this dialog Add Click Add to open the Alarm Configuration dialog and configure an alarm Edit Click Edit to open the Alarm Configuration dialog and edit an existing alarm Remove Click Remove to remove the selected alarm Relay Pulse Width po onan This sets the duration of the Relay Pulse when the Alarm Action is set to Pulse Relay The default is 1 second 10 Set Click Set to send the alarm configuration to the logger 11 Cancel Click Cancel to cancel any entries you have made and return to the Launch window HOBO U30 NRC 21 User s Manual Alarm Configuration Dialog for the U30 NRC This topic describes the Alarm Configuration dialog Use this dialog to configure alarm thresholds and actions You access this dialog from the Alarms dialog Alarm Configuration Alarm Values Max 20 0000 V x Current Reading 0 2038 V Number of samples logged T Gi High Alarm 16 1050 DI rasta 1 gt 00H 00 Min 00 Sec Duration before alarm state changes v Low Ala
15. assemblies 5 16 18 like the one shown below SS Figure 36 Nut and bolt assembly 3 Take one of the nut and bolt assemblies and insert it through a tri clamp hole with the bolt head facing outward 4 Loosely install a nut on the bolt to the inside of the tri clamp Figure 37 Tri clamp and bolts 5 Install the remaining five nut and bolt assemblies in the same manner for both upper and lower tri clamps Make sure the bolt assemblies on the upper and lower mast tri clamps leave enough room for the lower mast section to slip through 6 Slide the lower mast from the top into the tri clamps with the creased end of the mast facing up The creases on the lower mast should face north and south HOBO U30 NRC 68 User s Manual 7 Tighten the tri clamp bolts by hand so that the mast is temporarily locked into position Note The lower mast can rest on the ground at this time You will adjust the height of the lower mast later Lower mast 2 Meter tripod Tri clamps Figure 38 2 meter tripod lower mast 8 Because the tripod for the 2 meter configuration has non adjustable legs you must verify that the mounting surface area is level If itis not use shims or remove soil as needed You can attach the Post Level Part M LVA to the mast to verify that it is vertical as you level the surface You can also use the tri clamp bolts to fine tune the vertical adjustment later after you adjust the height of the mast 9
16. cable ties that were temporarily holding the upper mast to the lower mast 3 Slidethe upper mast onto the lower mast with the dimple going into the crease and oriented north if you are in the northern hemisphere and south if you are in the southern hemisphere 4 When the upper and lower masts are aligned install the 1 5 8 inch U bolt assembly onto the upper mast placing it just above the dimple about 2 5 cm or 1 inch from the upper mast bottom Tighten the clamp 4 Upper mast U boltassembly___ gt sN NL OP Upper mast overlapping gen TA thelower mast A J Upper mast dimple facing north in northern hemisphere Lower mast AA URS 2 _ Lower mast crease LL FX JA Lower mast N d tri clamp Figure 47 Upper and lower mast assembly If you are using a Wind Speed sensor and have not attached the cross arm go to Task 4 Mount Cross Arm Optional on page 76 HOBO U30 NRC 77 User s Manual Task 6 Mount Logger to Upper Mast 1 Usingthe two 1 5 8 inch U bolt assemblies provided mount the logger enclosure on the lower end of the upper mast in line with the upper mast dimple The lower housing U bolt can be placed directly above the U bolt holding the mast pieces together Note When assembling the U bolts place the U bolts around the upper mast and install the saddle clamp Place the logger enclosure against the saddle clamps and screw on the top U bolt nuts only 4 s Mountingplate
17. easily get lost in the field It is strongly recommended you install these sensors in the solar radiation shield before going to the field See the sensor manual for details If you are using the barometric pressure sensor attach it to the logger now See the sensor manual for details Repack the logger and sensors for transit It is strongly recommended that you use the original packaging when possible because it is custom designed to protect the weather station and its components HOBO U30 NRC 64 User s Manual Items Required for Installation Use the following checklists to make sure you have the necessary tools to set up the logger in the field Optional Items depend on your site needs 3 m Tripod M TPA or 2 m Tripod M TPB with Mast 1 2 inch wrench __ Mast level Part M MLA Medium size wire cutters Crescent wrench __ All purpose grease __ Tape measure Tie wraps Redimix cement optional Shovel optional 3 m Mast M MPA 1 2 inch wrench Sledgehammer or post driver __ Eye protection safety glasses if using sledgehammer post driver __ Mast level Part M MLA __ All purpose grease Tape measure ___ Redimix cement optional Shovel optional Cross Arm M CAA or M CAB 1 2 inch wrench Crescent wrench Grounding Kit M GKA __ 1 2 inch wrench Sledgehammer __ Eye protection safety glasses __ Medium size wire cutters HOBO U30
18. make sure the HOBO U30 Station is operating as expected data is still being recorded and regular readouts are being completed Physical Inspection Onset recommends that you periodically visit the HOBO U30 Station to perform general maintenance and test sensors annually Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the accuracy of recorded measurements 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 For more information see Inspecting the HOBO U30 Station Checking the U30 Status 1 Fromthe main menu go to Device gt Status to open the Status window The Status window appears showing the status of the logger and the attached sensors 2 Verify Sensor Readings Change the sensor readings by changing the conditions For example if you are measuring temperature hold the temperature sensor in your hands for a minute or two and verify that the temperature shown in the Current Readings increases 3 Close the Status window by clicking OK Verifying sensor accuracy Onset recommends that you test most sensors for accuracy once a year using HOBOware Pro 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 the manufacturer For a fee Onset can verify the accuracy of a s
19. to full scale FS Sensors connected to this Analog Sensor Port can be configured using HOBOware Pro Configuration options include scaling parameters and excitation power See page 15 as well as the HOBOware User s Manual for configuration details If your HOBO U30 Station does not have an Analog Sensor Port and you wish to upgrade to one contact Onset Computer Corporation for information Sensor Excitation The Analog Sensor Port supports optional user configurable sensor excitation power and warm up Sensor excitation is a voltage output provided by the HOBO U30 Station 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 50 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 Analog Sensor Port Excitation power can affect the battery life If your sensor does not require it you should not include it in the channel configuration Modes Carefully select the sensor excitation mode that best meets your needs 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 stabil
20. BO U30 NRC 6 User s Manual 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Smart Sensor Expansion Slot The optional Smart Sensor Expander Board is installed here Cable access openings All cables and wires are pulled through a protective rubber cable channel placed in this opening If using the optional factory installed expander board for additional Smart Sensors you will need to use the second cable access opening Smart Sensor Ports Connect up to five Smart Sensors in these RJ 12 jacks Use one jack to connect the optional expander board for additional Smart Sensors Rechargeable Battery 4 Volt Sealed Lead Acid SLA battery located inside the case Battery Connector Plug in the 4 Volt Sealed Lead battery here Ground Connector Plug in grounding wire here to ground the system External Power Supply Plug in the compatible solar panel or AC adapter here Important Always connect or disconnect external power before the battery Damage may occur if the battery is unplugged before the external power is disconnected Status LEDs There are three Light Emitting Diode LED status indicators Logging indicates whether the system is currently logging Alarm indicates if an alarm has been tripped Sensor active indicates that Smart Sensor network communications are occurring For more information on LEDs refer to Diagnostics and troubleshooting Connection LEDs Remote Communication Models only Top Blinks when the H
21. C 8 Range gt 20 MPH Action 7 Activate Relay Open Alarm Trips Relay Opens Equipment Stops Alarm Clears Relay Closes Equipment Runs Change default relay state AA Change Relay Pulse Width for erue xm Pulse Relay alarm only HOBOIink U30 RC HOBOware U30 NRC Actions Alarm Action Use comma to separate multiple ada Email v u Activate relay v Activate relay Deactivate relay Pulse relay Emeil Text Message Re opening the Relay with a Second Alarm If you do not want the relay to deactivate as soon as the alarm is cleared you can setup another alarm to deactivate the relay oe To have the relay deactivated closed as soon as the alarm is cleared check the Deactivate Relay Close on clear box Otherwise you can set a second alarm to deactivate the really See box to the right For example rather than have the irrigation system turn off as soon as the temperature climbs back above 35 degrees you do not want the system turned off until the temperature climbs back above 38 degrees Create a second temperature sensor alarm with a range above 38 degrees and the action set to Deactivate Relay Open Make sure the Deactivate Relay Open on clear box in the first Sensor Alarm is unchecked Figure 25 HOBO U30 NRC Relay Example Stop Device 35 User s Manual MAINTENANCE General Maintenance Remote Inspection Use HOBOlink to
22. Compliance Disclaimer and Revisions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorientor relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation HOBO U30 NRC 61 User s Manual TRIPOD SETUP Guidelines for Typical Field Setup Site
23. Launch Configuration then memory limitations are not a concern Once the HOBO U30 Station is full the oldest data will be overwritten with the newest data and logging will continue indefinitely If you have the Wrap Around When Full feature turned off the rate at which the memory will fill up depends on the number and type of sensors connected and the logging interval This is called the logging duration Adding sensors decreases the logging duration increasing the logging interval increases the logging duration The following table 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 U30 Station with the following sensors is using 49 total bits Bits per Sensor Sample Totalbits 1 temperature sensor X 12 12 1 wind speed sensor x 16 Ca 16 2temperature sensors X 12 21 Total number of bits 49 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 U30 NRC 58 User s Manual Items Required for Field Installation Equipment Solar panel or AC power adapter Rubber cable channel s Cable channel retaining bars Optional relay output wire user supplied 4 0 mm 0 157 in diameter Mounting kit and U bol
24. NRC 65 User s Manual Solar Radiation Shield M RSA 1 2 inch wrench __ Phillips head screwdriver 1 if sensors are not already installed Light Sensor Bracket M LBA 1 2 inch wrench Guy Wire Kit M GWA Phillips head screw driver 2 1 2 inch wrench Medium size wire cutters Crescent wrench Stake Kit M SKA or M SKB Sledgehammer __ Eye protection safety glasses 1 5 m Mast M MPB Sledgehammer or post driver __ Eye protection safety glasses Mast level Part M MLA __ All purpose grease Tape measure Redimix cement optional Shovel optional HOBO U30 NRC 66 User s Manual Task 1 Assemble Tripod There are two types of tripods available the 2 meter Part M TPB and 3 meter Part M TPA The 2 meter instructions begin on this page The 3 meter instructions begin on page 70 2 meter tripod lower mast assembly instructions This is an example of a typical 2 meter tripod assembly with a Rain Gauge sensor mounted on separate 1 5 meter mast the Rain Gauge should be further from the tripod in the field than shown in this example Wind speed sensor PAR sensor Upper mast Solar radiation shield Logger Rain gauge Tripod 1 5 meter mast Lower Mast Rain gauge cable Figure 35 2 Meter Tri pod 1 Open the 2 meter tripod and place it in an upright position HOBO U30 NRC 67 User s Manual 2 Usinga 1 2 inch wrench build six nut and bolt
25. OBO U30 NRC 1 Click the Launch icon on the toolbar The Launch Logger window appears Launch Logger Logger Type HOBO U30 Station Serial Number 2258642 Deployment Number 11 Battery Level gj 100 95 Description Me stages e Channels to Log Internal Channels Utilities Battery Voltage External Sensors and Modules 06 Enabled Channels Attached 0 20 mA Input S CIA CM14 S N 1175101 Pulse Adapter S UCA MXXX S N 1222947 12 bit Temp S TMB XXXX S N 1227992 amp Analog Input 91 L30 CVIA XX S N 2241260 Refresh Barometric Press S BPA XXXX SIN 2247695 sl Doo ion lt i TT Wrap Around When Full Logging Interval 0 He E Min s bec Mamia ogona intervali Sampling Interval 02 Mn 1 5e Logging Duration 3 Days 00 Hr 33 Min 05 Sec Approx time ta fill logger Launch Options Now 03 17 09 03 56 44 PM GMT 04 00 At Interval 03 17 09 03 56 55 PM GMT 04 00 Delayed O 04 00 00 px Trigger Save Settings Save Settings in Logger Does Not Launch C Skip launch window next time Figure 9 Launch Window 2 Complete fields as required Description Enter a description if desired Channels to Log Make sure all of the sensors connected to the logger are visible in the Channels to Log pane Logging Interval Choose a logging interval of 10 seconds so that your test will yield enough data to analyze When you re launch the logger in the field you will ch
26. OBO U30 Station is attempting to contact a network cellular tower Wi Fi or Ethernet depending on model Bottom Blinks when the U30 is connected to HOBOlink HOBO U30 NRC 7 User s Manual Smart Sensors Description Smart sensors plug into the logger and collect data about various parameters The HOBO U30 Station automatically recognizes Smart Sensors You can connect up to 10 Smart Sensors of any type or combination just by plugging them in before logging begins No programming wiring or calibration is required to set them up The connections between the Smart Sensors and the logger are digital ensuring accurate reliable data collection and storage You do not have to stop the logger to add a new Smart Sensor Simply connect the sensor and then select Force Relaunch on Next Connection in the Launch Configuration panel in HOBOware Pro Refer to www onsetcomp com for a current list of available sensors Cable Length The HOBO U30 Station 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 This limitation applies to Smart Sensor cables only The lengths of other cables such as those connected to the Analog Sensor Port or the analog portion of smart sensor cables do not need to be included in this total Data Channel L
27. Slot Figure 26 Primary Cable Slot Steps 1 Make sure the HOBO U30 Station is turned off and all cables are disconnected 2 Useahammer and a bladed tool e g screwdriver chisel to punch through at the four corners and at the ends of the piece covering the secondary cable slot Figure 27 Opening Secondary Cable Slot 3 Punch through along the bottom of the knockout and then tap sharply in the middle to break into the opening Remove the hanging flap Remove Flap Figure 28 Removing Flap HOBO U30 NRC 41 User s Manual 4 Peelaway any residual material Figure 29 Removing Residual Material 5 Fileany rough edges For best results the surfaces in the cable access opening should be smooth so that the rubber cable channel gasket will seal Figure 30 Filing Rough Edges HOBO U30 NRC 42 User s Manual Installing the Expander Board Before You Begin If you have not already done so open the Secondary Cable Slot see page 41 Steps 1 Inserta self tapping screw supplied into each end of the expander 2 Lower expander onto the two standoffs near the bottom of the case 3 Screw expander into place Alternate Method Place expander without the screws onto the standoffs Apply a small amount of clear grease the grease supplied with this kit can be used at the end of the screwdriver to hold screws while lowering them into place NOTE The contacts of the expander jacks should be nearest to the b
28. anel Disconnect the battery Unplug all sensors the USB cable relay and grounding wire Unscrew the antenna cable with a 5 16 inch wrench Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four screws at the corners of the clear inner case Remove the clear inner case Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws that secure the battery Note the orientation of the battery and then remove it Sor ON O IUE vs CSS DES cES Install the new battery with the same orientation and reverse the steps to reassemble m gt Dispose of the old battery per local regulations HOBO U30 NRC 50 User s Manual Troubleshooting the Battery Problem Too much battery power is being used e Make sure the solar panel is installed properly and functioning That should provide enough power to recharge the battery during the day e Use the AC adapter to recharge the battery Problem The power has run out e Recharge the battery for 12 hours with AC adapter e Ifthe battery cannot be recharged you will need to replace the battery Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Important The logger uses very durable high capacity Flash memory With this memory data is retained even when the battery runs out of charge Do not relaunch the logger until the data has been recovered If the battery cannot be recharged and you are still unable to read out the HOBO U30 Station contact the vendor that sold it to yo
29. ange this to your desired value for deployment Launch Options Select Now Utilities Use any utilities as required For information on configuring alarms for the U30 NRC see Configuring Alarms on page 19 For information on Data Assistants and other utilities see the HOBOware User s Guide 3 Click Launch The logging ok light on the logger should blink every two seconds during logging HOBO U30 NRC 19 User s Manual Configuring Alarms on the U30 NRC Use the Alarms dialog in HOBOware Pro to control the Relay Contact for the U30 NRC Multiple alarm conditions can be configured for each channel to control the internal relay if an alarm is triggered Steps 1 Click Alarms on the Launch dialog or select Device Manage U30 Configure U30 Alarms from the Main Menu The Alarms dialog appears 2 Click Add The Alarm Configuration dialog appears 3 Configure options as required 4 Click OK The Alarms dialog re appears 5 Click Set to send the configuration to the logger HOBO U30 NRC 20 User s Manual Alarms Dialog for the U30 Station This topic describes the Alarms dialog for the HOBO U30 NRC Relay Pulse Width Normaly Open Pulse wath n 10 m Sec counts 3 Normally Closed EN Gove Relay For Pulse Reiny alarm action only Ce LD 11 06 Figure 10 Alarms Dialog for the U30 Station 1 Channels This section includes all of the channels that support alarms Select
30. ansportation to the field Guidelines e All cables and wires should be routed through the cable access opening at this point e Ifyou are using the Smart Sensor expander board make sure those cables are routed through the secondary cable access opening Steps 1 Grease the Cable Channel Apply a small amount of silicone grease about the size of a pea onto your fingertip and then work a light coating into the top bottom and two ends the sides with no holes of the rubber cable channel Also put a light coating on the inside ofthe two halves of the cable channel 2 amp 3 Figure 13 Grease Cable Channel HOBO U30 NRC 25 User s Manual 2 Place Cables in Channel a Hold the channel just below the HOBO U30 Station case with the channel s hinged side on the left and the taper facing in b Open the channel and lay the cables and wires into the grooves NOTE The solar panel or AC adapter cable must be in the leftmost larger diameter groove NOTE Use the small rubber plugs to fill any unused grooves Center the thick part of the plugs in the groove Plug tails can face in or out It may be easier to install these after the rubber cable channel has been pushed into the case Insert the thin part of the plug into the hole and pull to center the thick part of the plug in the channel Tapered side faces in Figure 14 Place Cables in Channel 3 Press Channel into Case a Close the channel making sure the cables w
31. are Pro plug the mini USB end ofthe USB cable provided into the USB port on the HOBO U30 Station and connect the A end to the USB port in your computer Figure 8 Connecting the U30 to a computer If the device has never been connected to this computer before it may take some time for the computer to detect the new hardware and report that it has connected successfully One or more messages will appear indicating that new hardware has been found You may also hear a chime NOTE Your computer may tell you to reboot before you can use the device It is not necessary to reboot 2 RunHOBOware Pro 3 Fromthe Device menu select Select Device 4 Inthe Select Device pane click in the circle next to the desired device name and then click OK When the device is recognized by HOBOware Pro the status bar at the bottom of the HOBOware Pro window will show the connection status HOBO U30 NRC 17 User s Manual Configuring Analog Sensor Ports or a TRMSA Module The HOBO U30 Station uses smart sensors and an optional analog sensor port FlexSmart modules and the analog sensor port are user configurable to accommodate a wide range of Onset and third party sensors To take advantage of this adaptability HOBOware Pro lets you configure these modules ports at launch time or create and save different configurations to be loaded into the modules ports whenever needed Refer to the HOBOware User s Guide for more details on this topic St
32. attery life and selecting the correct size solar panel see the Support section at www onsetcomp com HOBO U30 NRC 46 User s Manual Maximizing Battery Life This topic provides tips for maximizing battery life Reduce warm up time If you are using excitation voltage select the shortest warm up time needed for the sensor Ensure that your solar panel gets full sunlight Solar panels are extremely sensitive to partial shading Obstructing even a single cell of the panel will result in significant loss of charging power Sampling Interval Use the sampling interval only if you have sensors that support measurement averaging Stay within the normal operating temperature range While the logger can operate at temperatures of 40 to 60 C 40 to 140 F the battery has much better short and long term performance when maintained between 20 and 40 C 4 and 104 C The Sealed Lead Acid will self discharge The hotter the battery gets the faster it will self discharge At 20 C the battery loses about 2096 of its capacity in 6 months but at 50C itloses more than 5096 To maximize battery life no charging try to locate the logger where the temperatures will not be above 40 C 104F Very cold temperatures will reduce the self discharge rate to almost zero but the effective capacity of the battery will be reduced Temperatures below 20 C 4 F will reduce the effective battery capacity by more than 2596 HOBO U30 NRC 47 User s Ma
33. c acra 50 Replacing th Battery ente Lapide AL tdt e aaa 50 Troubleshooting the Battery eise trennt tente tento tent tanto ttt tta tento stets tosta EE 51 Battery Life without External Power ENEE 51 Reference eni 52 General U30 Specifications cete e lane 52 Analog Sensor POFt ne eege Potente ma Debe b t lane Pat tun ge heats 54 Time ee ee 56 Logger Status LES geess geed 57 Mera 58 Items Required for Field Installation essere tten tnnt tatnen teta tento ttn ttnt tesis 59 PIU cd 60 FCC Part 15 Compliance ne s BEBE AE DU ete ai Den i fee Ple 61 Tripod Setup uii Eire eR ca IE E REA EPRIEEII FIERE RR ERRRRESRERESRRRE DERE VENERE 62 Guidelines for Typical Field Setup 62 Field Preparation Checklist 2 cueste ecd i e dtd e HC pr i t 64 Items Required for Installation ii 65 Task Assemble TrIpOod aio ier edere o debeant edu enee 67 Task 2 Install Grounding Kit re a e amr fle aaa 74 Task 3 Temporarily Install Upper Mast Optional en 75 Task 4 Mount Cross Arm Optional een 76 HOBO U30 NRC 2 User s Manual Task 5 Mount Upper Mast to Lower Mast eene 77 Task 6 Mount Logger to Upper Mast eene 78 Task 7 Install Guy Wire Kit Optional 79 T sk 8 Position and Level Sensors aset treten itv ei are ia iii 80 Task 9 Final Set p E 81 HOBO U30 NRC 3 User s Manual ABOUT THE HOBO U30 NRC STATION Introduction
34. dditional information on estimating battery life and selecting the correct size solar panel HOBO U30 NRC 51 User s Manual REFERENCE General U30 Normal Operating Range Sensor Inputs Smart Sensor Compatibility Data Channels Expansion Slot Local Communication Weight Data Storage Memory Indicators Rechargeable Battery Service Life HOBO U30 NRC Specifications 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F NOTE Operation within the extended operating range but outside the normal range will reduce battery service life 5 standard option to expand to 10 compatible sensors http www onsetcomp com smart sensor accessory compatibility chart Compatible with most Onset smart sensors See the following web site for the full list of Maximum of 15 some sensors use more than one data channel see sensor manual for details One expansion slot is available for factory installed expansion port Check www onsetcomp com for the latest list of options Full Speed USB via USB mini B connector 18 9 H x 11 8 D x 18 1 W cm 7 4 H x 4 7 Dx 7 1 W inches see diagrams on next page 2 2 kg 4 lbs 13 oz inserts e Inner Enclosure Polycarbonate with brass inserts e U Bolts Steel with zinc dichromate finish e Gaskets Silicone rubber e Cable entry channel EPDM rubber e Cable entry bars Aluminum with ABS plastic thumb screws Nonvolatile flash data storage 512K bytes local storage Stop when full wrap aro
35. e Mountthe HOBO U30 Station vertically to a wall or board using screws e Ifyou are installing a grounding wire make sure to run it through one of the sensor cable grooves e Make sure the HOBO U30 Station remains in a vertical position once it is placed in its deployment location If itis mounted horizontally the battery could be damaged over time as it is charged e Anyexcess sensor cables should not be coiled up and stored inside or within one foot outside the case The Leaf Wetness Smart Sensor S LWA is especially sensitive and should be mounted at least two feet away from the case HOBO U30 NRC 30 User s Manual THE U30 RELAY CONTACT An Overview of the U30 Relay Contact Upon an alarm condition the relay contact on the HOBO U30 can be opened closed or pulsed to control the operation of an external device such as an irrigation system or fountain To Stop a Device If you have external equipment that you normally want running you would set the Deactivated State of the relay to be Closed You would set an alarm that if tripped would change the relay to the Active State open and the equipment would stop Equipment Normally On Default Deactivated State Closed Alarm Trips Relay Opens set in HOBOware Pro Equipment Stops PE T x i Relay Relay amp Figure 20 Equipment Normally On See Relay Example Stop Device To Start a Device If you have external equipment that you normally want of
36. e using HOBOware Pro Alarm Action For the HOBO U30 NRC you use HOBOware Pro to configure an alarm to trigger the relay HOBO U30 NRC 32 User s Manual Changing the State of the U30 Relay Contact The U30 relay contact is a latching relay that can be configured as either Normally Open or Normally Closed The factory default setting is Normally Open You can change the default relay settings in the Alarm dialog in HOBOware Pro Steps This procedure assumes the U30 Station is connected to a computer running HOBOware Pro 1 Fromthe Device menu select Manage U30 and then Configure U30 Alarms to open the Alarms window 2 Inthe Relay Contacts section select Normally Open or Normally Closed Alternate Method From the Device menu select Manage U30 and then select Control U30 Relay Set Default Deactivated State and then select either Open or Closed 3 Ifyou are setting an Alarm Action of Pulse Relay you can set the Relay Pulse Width The default is 1 s 4 ClickSet to send the alarm configuration to the U30 Station To test the relay click the Close Relay or Open Relay button button that appears depends on which state the relay is in You should hear a click in the HOBO U30 Station Click the button again to return to the default state Use a digital multimeter to check for continuity to confirm that the relay is opened and closed as expected Alternate Method From the select Manage U30 and then select Contro
37. ensor It may be possible to recalibrate some sensors Contact Onset Technical Support for details Cleaning the HOBO U30 Station The HOBO U30 Station 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 to keep it looking its best HOBO U30 NRC 36 User s Manual Adding a Sensor New sensors will only be recognized by the HOBO U30 Station when it is not logging If you attempt to add a sensor while the logger is recording data it will be ignored Logging will continue normally for all other sensors already plugged in Note Smart sensors are listed in ascending order by serial number in HOBOware by default Smart Sensors To add new Smart Sensors 1 Using HOBOware Pro stop the logger from logging 2 Readoutthe data from the logger IMPORTANT All existing data will be lost when you re launch the logger 3 Plugin any new Smart Sensors 4 Re launch the logger The new Smart Sensors should start recording measurements Analog Sensors To add new sensors to the Analog Sensors 1 Connectthe HOBO U30 Station to a computer via the USB cable 2 In HOBOware Pro select Stop Logging 3 Readoutthe data from the logger IMPORTANT All existing data will be lost when you re launch the logger 4 Connectthe new sensors to the Analog Sensor Port 5 Configure Analog Sensor Port for the new sensor 6 Re launch the logger The ne
38. eps 1 Fromthe Device menu select choose Configure Modules Ports If the logger is already logging you will be warned that the logger will have to be stopped first The Select Channel to Configure dialog will appear showing all configurable Analog Sensors attached to the logger 2 Click on the sign to expand the entry and show the channels Each channel in the module is defined by its channel number the physical order in the module the configured channel name and any location assigned at launch defined for this channel in the logger NOTE The default channel names Voltage and Current are just place holders and either channel can be configured to measure voltage or current For example both channels can be used to monitor sensors with 4 20 mA output 3 Selecta channel name and then click the Configure button to open the Channel Configuration dialog NOTE You can also access the Channel Configuration dialog from the Launch window In the Channels to Log section double click the module port name to expand it click the channel name to select it and click the Configure button The Configure Channel Dialog appears 4 Change any relevant configurable parameters 5 Save the Configuration Optional 6 To send the currently displayed configuration to the module port click Configure The module will remain in this configuration until you send it a different configuration HOBO U30 NRC 18 User s Manual Launching the H
39. er A Grounding Kit is recommended if the logger will be placed in an exposed location on a tripod or tower to reduce the chance of damage from atmospheric electrical activity If possible avoid sites immediately adjacent to radio television microwave towers and equipment In rare situations strong electromagnetic interference may result in sensor network errors Take note of the mounting considerations in the sensor manuals for additional guidelines relative to the particular sensors you are using For areas with winds greater than 50 mph or if the rain gauge is attached to the top of the mast use the Guy Wire Kit Part M GWA and 1 2 inch Stake Kit Part M SKA to reduce wind induced vibration 2 meter Tripod Tower Assembly Part M TPB You must set up the tower on level ground there should be no ground slope The legs on the 2 meter tower are non adjustable If the site you are using is not level then you will need to either level it or use shims to level the tripod Be prepared to dig if necessary Suggested Mounting Use 1 4 inch Stake Kit Part M SKB 3 meter Tripod Tower Assembly Part M TPA The maximum ground slope is 13 degrees The legs on the 3 meter tower allow for limited adjustment on uneven ground Be prepared to dig if necessary if the slope is significant Suggested Mounting Use 1 2 inch Stake Kit Part M SKA Onset recommends that two people set up most tripod systems Some assemblies are heavy and are easie
40. f you would set the Deactivated State of the relay to be Open You would set an alarm that if tripped would change the relay to the Active State Closed and the equipment would start running Equipment Normally Off Default Deactivated State Open set in HOBOware Pro Alarm Trips Relay Closes Equipment Starts e 9 Relay Relay Figure 21 Equipment Normally Off See Relay Example Start Device HOBO U30 NRC 31 User s Manual Pulse Relay If you have an alarm configured with an Action of Pulse Relay the relay will close briefly to activate a piece of external equipment and then open For example you would use this to take a water sample when water level reaches a certain amount To use Pulse Relay the Deactivated State must be set to Open The default duration is 1 second Pulse Relay Default Deactivated State Open Alarm Trips Relay Closes After 1 second default the Alarm Action Pulse Relay relay opens again Equipment Starts EI oe e Relay Relay Relay Figure 22 Pulse Relay Power Rating The relay on the HOBO U30 Station is rated for a maximum of 30 V 1 Amp If you need to switch higher power devices you will need to use an appropriate external relay that is controlled by the U30 Configuration Deactivated State The Deactivated State is the normal state of the relay when no alarm has been tripped to activate the relay You change the Deactivated Stat
41. fe 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 e Number of sensors being used e Operating environment e g temperature e Size of the solar panel e Quality and quantity of solar light Estimating Battery Life The HOBO U30 Station is designed to be used with a power source to keep the 4 volt sealed lead acid battery charged Ideally the power source is always connected and the battery will be constantly trickle charged If external power source has stopped supplying power e g there is power failure or the solar panel is covered the HOBO U30 Station is capable of running from battery power alone for extended periods of time Use the following table as a guideline for estimating how long a HOBO U30 Station will run without any source of external power For these examples the HOBO U30 Station has up to ten sensors installed and no excitation on the Analog Sensor Port Connection Interval Logging Interval Typical Run Time Was o ma 6 hours 30 minutes 60 days Estimating battery life when excitation is used must be calculated based upon actual drain current duration and logging frequency If excitation averages more than 1 mA and charging in the field is not possible it is recommended that the 10 AHr S100 battery option be used with the HOBO U30 Station For additional information on estimating b
42. g Sensors Steps To make the connection 1 Loosen the screw for each pin on the connector 2 Insert the appropriate wire Make sure all wires attached to the Analog Sensor Port are routed through the cable access opening 3 Tighten the screw Note on Cables To fit into the holes in the rubber cable channel the ideal cable diameter is 0 157 in 4 0 mm If the cable is too small build up the diameter using heat shrink If it is too big and you are using the secondary cable access opening then place the cable through the left most hole in the rubber cable channel where the diameter can be up to 0 25 in 6 4 mm If you are not using the secondary opening or the cable is still too big then splice on another cable with a smaller diameter to fit through the hole See the steps later in this section for working with the rubber cable channel HOBO U30 NRC 15 User s Manual Connecting the Battery This topic illustrates how to connect the battery to the U30 Station Illustration Connect the built in battery cable to the battery as shown below WARNING Do not plug in battery here This is for the solar panel or optional AC adapter Plug in battery here Figure 7 Connecting the Battery HOBO U30 NRC 16 User s Manual Connecting the HOBO U30 Station to HOBOware Pro This topic describes the procedure for connecting the HOBO U30 Station to HOBOware Pro 1 Connectto Computer To connect to a computer running HOBOw
43. g Wire 24 Installing Weatherproof Cable Channels ss siesteen tentant tent nta ttn tttn tena tonii 25 Connecting Solar or AC POWO6E ede eate Aie a Aeddi eed tnt dete 28 Connecting Equipment to the Relay Contact nee 29 Mounting the HOBO U30 Station to a POE 30 The U30 Relay Contact oa 31 An Overview of the U30 Relay Contact ui 31 Changing the State of the U30 Relay Contact 33 Relay Example Start Device E ixi deed ease ed meten ret ee aaa 34 Relay Contact Example Stop Device ENEE 35 Maintenance ian 36 General Maintenante E A 36 HOBO U30 NRC zs User s Manual Adding a Sensor e Re edat Dn s Rb be n adu nts 37 Removing Replacing a Sensor Mii 37 Kl eu e ee 38 Checking the UZO Status ce te sa tereti pronto ve eid is artus un aio 38 Inspecting the HOBO U30 Station 38 Troubleshooting the HOBO U30 Station iiiiiii 39 The Smart Sensor Expander Board ENKE EE EE EE KENNEN KKK EEN 41 Opening the Secondary Cable Slot ad ito aet Dc tp eb 41 Installing the Expander Board detnr ai 43 The Battery iud lean ERE EE 45 Overview iii 45 Battery Die cione Catena eee han tc prep erp LE 46 Maximizing Battery Life arcana ei ER ae 47 Ei uA Tic 48 Connecting the Battery ueteri er rate at hea p e ada e dt 49 Maintaining the Battery ee i n eq ree E e cere ac ee n Re e
44. gging it will keep fairly accurate time However the following may cause errors with time reporting e Launch time loss The HOBO U30 Station may lose up to two seconds when it is launched This is unavoidable e Clock drift The 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 e HostClock 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 The following graph shows the worst case time error 0 Seconds per week PPM error Temperature in C HOBO U30 NRC 56 User s Manual Logger Status LEDs This topic describes the Logger Status LEDs located on the interior enclosure on the U30 Station Logger Status LEDs logging alarm sensor active Server USB LED green Analog Sensor LED if analog sensor port installed Figure 34 Logger Status LEDs NOTE The LEDs are very faint under direct sunlight If no indicators appear to be blinking shield the logger from the light Log
45. ging e Blinking green Indicates the system is currently logging It blinks every two seconds while the logger is recording data from sensors Do not add sensors while this indicator is blinking Ifthis indicator is not blinking when you believe it should make sure the HOBO U30 Station has been launched e Blinking red There was a Smart Sensor or Analog Sensor Port communication failure Investigate this problem immediately Look for a loose connection which could cause bad electrical contact with a sensor If found remove the offending sensor and check its wires and connector for damage and or signs of moisture e Blinking orange There was a communication failure but the system has recovered There may be an intermittent problem Try checking the Smart Sensors one at a time to make sure they are all communicating If you find a bad sensor or if no sensor communicates contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Alarm e Blinking An alarm was tripped Sensor Active e Blinking Indicates Smart Sensor network communications are occurring HOBO U30 NRC 57 User s Manual Memory The HOBO U30 Station contains 512K bytes of very durable high capacity non volatile Flash memory which stores data even if power runs out Although the HOBO U30 Station has a rechargeable battery the data would still be retained even if it were to run out of power If you have enabled the Wrap Around When Full feature in the
46. h all Smart Sensors used with the HOBO Weather Station and HOBO Micro Station Alarm Notification The HOBO U30 Station supports alarm notification for sensors as well as system alarms When an alarm is detected the system can trigger the relay contact closure and send you a notification to your email mobile phone Alarms can be set for individual sensors and for overall system conditions Rechargeable Battery The HOBO U30 Station uses a Sealed Lead Acid battery that can be recharged via a solar panel or AC adapter This provides continuous power to keep the HOBO U30 Station recording and transmitting data for years Optional Analog Sensor Ports The HOBO U30 Station can be optionally configured with two analog sensor ports The ports are user configurable and can accept and provide excitation power to a wide range of Onset and third party sensors with 0 20 V or 0 20 mA output The Analog sensor ports are factory installed HOBO U30 NRC 5 User s Manual U30 Station Components This topic describes the components for the HOBO U30 Station Some components apply to specific models only as noted Diagram 1 Outer Case 3556 recycled material 17 Connection LEDs 2 Logger located on logger 3 Internal Case 16 Status LEDs located on internal case 4 Expansion Port 15 External Power Supply Connector Connector Solar Panel or AC Adapter 5 Relay Contacts 6 USB Port 7 Antenna GSM A and Wi Fi models I Ethe
47. ial numbers will be ignored and their data will not be recorded HOBO U30 NRC 39 User s Manual Data file contains errors In rare circumstances the data file may have become corrupted Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support I launched the HOBO U30 Station in HOBOware Pro but my settings are not being logged Launches attempted with HOBOware Pro will be overridden by the Launch Configuration set up in HOBOlink the next time a connection made If the HOBO U30 Station is communicating with HOBOlink then it most likely has been re launched with the settings saved in HOBOlink Device is not found when connected to HOBOware Pro Check USB cable connections Check the computer s COM port USB settings I set the Launch Configurations but it is not logging If itis the first launch make sure you have entered a Readout Configuration If it is not the first launch and the HOBO U30 Station is connecting but still not launching then select Force Re launch on Next Connection and wait for the next connection HOBO U30 NRC 40 User s Manual THE SMART SENSOR EXPANDER BOARD Opening the Secondary Cable Slot Whether the Smart Sensor Expander Board was installed at the factory or you are installing one yourself you must remove the piece covering the Secondary Cable Slot to access the board You should leave the cover installed until you are ready to use the Expander Board Primary Cable Slot Secondary Cable
48. ill unable to read out the HOBO U30 Station contact the vendor that sold it to you It may be possible to retrieve the logged data Important Do not relaunch the logger until the data has been recovered The logger uses very durable high capacity Flash memory With this memory data is retained even when the battery runs out of charge After you replace the battery attempt to read out the data If you are still unable to read out the station once the battery has been replaced contact the vendor that sold it to you It may be possible to retrieve the logged data HOBO U30 NRC 48 User s Manual Connecting the Battery This topic illustrates how to connect the battery to the U30 Station Illustration Connect the built in battery cable to the battery as shown below WARNING Do not plug in battery here This is for the solar panel or optional AC adapter Plug in battery here Figure 33 Connecting the Battery HOBO U30 NRC 49 User s Manual Maintaining the Battery If you are using a solar panel for recharging the battery and there has been a steady decline in battery voltage you will need to make a change by either reducing power consumption or increasing recharging current Start by reducing the logging interval and or excitation current if you are using it Try cleaning the solar panel or repositioning it for maximum sunlight You can also attempt to recharge the battery for 24 hours If the voltage is still low af
49. imitations The HOBO U30 Station can log up to 15 data channels not including the internal battery channel This includes the two channels in the Analog Sensor Port 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 the second channel in the Analog Sensor Port if it is not needed the first channel cannot be disabled 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 U30 NRC 8 User s Manual The Analog Sensor Port The Analog Sensor Port is an easy to configure flexible DC signal conditioning option that can be factory installed in the HOBO U30 Station This two channel port can accept and provide excitation power to a wide range of Onset and third party sensors with 0 20 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 Sensor Port features input protection and signal filtering as well as delta sigma A D conversion and factory calibration This port features extremely low power operation resulting in long battery life for unattended data logging applications Precision electronics provide 0 25 accuracy from 50 mV
50. ing bracket If mounting the logger to a post or wall note that it is 2 06 inches between the center ofthe holes in the mounting brackets It is recommended that you use 5 16 inch diameter bolts to mount the logger Installing Sensors If running cables along the ground we recommend running them through conduit to protect them from animals some animals like to chew on the cables lawn mowers and being tripped on For information on protecting the sensors properly refer to the sensor manuals Leave enough slack in the cables so that they can be routed into the logger If you are deploying multiples of the same sensor type be sure to note the serial number on the cable associated with each measurement location so you can interpret the data later HOBO U30 NRC 63 User s Manual Field Preparation Checklist Use the following checklist to make sure you have all the necessary materials for setting up a HOBO Station v Task Check that you received all the parts for the HOBO Station system as ordered Configure the logger Install batteries and set up the logger for launch If you opened any parts Double check the packing lists to make sure no pieces are missing Attach the mounting feet to the logger See the logger s manual If you are using the Solar Radiation Shield Set up the Temperature and Temperature RH sensors There are several small pieces required to connect these sensors to the shield that could
51. ires and any plugs remain in their grooves b Press the channel into the opening To reduce the amount of excess cable in the case especially when several Smart Sensors are connected gently pull the cables toward you as you press the channel into place Press the channel in until itis flush with the outside of the case When fully seated the channel will project slightly into the inside of the case Figure 15 Press Channels into Case HOBO U30 NRC 26 User s Manual 4 Install Secondary Cable Channel if applicable If you are using the Smart Sensor expander board repeat these steps with the second cable channel Use the larger plug for the leftmost hole if necessary 5 Secure Channel Guide Finger tighten the retaining bars on to the case to secure the channel s Do not use a screwdriver to tighten the thumb screws The bars should be flat against the case NOTE After time you may need a screwdriver to loosen them in the field Tighten knobs clock wise MP PME Figure 16 Secure Channel Guide HOBO U30 NRC SATS User s Manual Connecting Solar or AC Power Connect a Solar Panel or AC Power as shown below IMPORTANT NOTES e Make sure you run the cable through the Primary Cable Slot before you install the weatherproof cable channel e Ifatany point you need to unplug the battery unplug the solar panel or AC adapter first Damage may occur to the HOBO U30 Station if the battery is unplugged before disc
52. ization while conserving battery power For example if you specify a warm up of one second and set the Logging Interval to one minute the HOBO U30 Station 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 set from 5 milliseconds 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 HOBO U30 NRC 9 User s Manual e Continuous mode The logger supplies constant excitation power to the sensor for the entire duration of the deployment This mode will result in reduced battery life Continuous mode is required if the sensor needs more than two minutes of warm up time The Analog Sensor Port begins functioning when logging begins When the ports are functioning correctly the Active indicator LED on the port blinks once per logging interval to indicate that a successful measurement has been made The Ex On indicator LED will also be lit when excitation is enabled HOBO U30 NRC 10 User s Manual SETUP AND TEST Initial Setup and Test Before you take the U30 Station into the field for deployment you should perform some preliminary hardware assembly configuration and testing Summary of Tasks J 39 209 Zb VON s CUN oem 10 11 Open Secondary Cable Slot page 41 if applicable If you ordered a Smart Sensor
53. l U30 Relay Activate Relay then select Deactivate Relay Relay Contacts MQ Normaly Open Relay Pulse Width Pulse width in 10 miliSec counts For Pulse Relay alarm action onby Normal Closed Close Relay e Figure 23 HOBO U30 NRC 33 Testing the Relay User s Manual Relay Example Start Device This example shows how you would configure the relay and alarms if you have an application where you have equipment you want turned on in response to an event For example if you wanted to activate an irrigation system on a cranberry bog or orchard if the temperature drops below a certain temperature to avoid frost damage Default Deactivated State Open set in HOBOware Pro Equipment Off This is the factory default setting Wind Speed Sensor Alarm HOBOlink for U30 RC HOBOware Pro for U30 NRC Temperature Sensor Range 33 degrees Action Activate Relay Close Alarm Trips Relay Closes Equipment Starts eo Alarm Clears Relay Opens To have the relay deactivated closed as soon as the alarm is cleared check the Deactivate Relay Close on clear box Otherwise you can I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Equipment Stops I I I I I I I I I I I i set a second alarm to deactivate the really I I I HOBOware Alarms dialog PZ 7 TW 0 sp LHCE BR Change default on relay state o mH Change Rela
54. lling 8 Recheck that all the U bolts nuts and clamps are secure for the entire system 9 Ifyouare using a Weather Station launch the logger now The U 30 is automatically launched when powered up 10 Verify that the logger is operating properly Refer to the logger user manual for LED indications 11 Close the logger door For the HOBO Weather Station tighten the four cover screws Congratulations The HOBO Station setup is complete HOBO U30 NRC 82 User s Manual
55. ndition If moisture is visible inside the white enclosure or there is any sign of corrosion on the connectors spray WD 40 or an equivalent electronics safe corrosion inhibitor on the connectors This will displace moisture and prevent additional corrosion e Onsetrecommends that you wipe off any water on the outside of the HOBO U30 case before opening it HOBO U30 NRC 38 User s Manual Troubleshooting the HOBO U30 Station No status indicators are blinking e The indicators are very faint under direct sunlight If no indicators appear to be blinking shield the logger from the light and check the indicators again e Check the status in HOBOlink Make sure the battery power is not too low There needs to be at least 3 5 volts for logging to continue and 3 9 volts for GSM communication e The memory may be full Read out the logger and re launch e Thelogger may not have been launched I made a change to the Launch or Readout Configurations but it hasn t taken place Any changes you make to the Launch or Readout Configurations will not take effect until the next time the HOBO U30 Station connects to the HOBOlink If your connection interval was set to 2 hours then changes won t take effect until the next connection on that 2 hour schedule The power has run out e Recharge the battery for 12 hours with AC adapter e Ifit cannot be recharged you will need to replace the battery Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset
56. ndrod clamp boit Groundwire Groundrod Figure 44 Ground wire attachment HOBO U30 NRC 74 User s Manual Task 3 Temporarily Install Upper Mast Optional This section explains how to temporarily attach the upper mast to the tripod base This allows you to easily work on the upper mast while it is resting on the base of the tripod Note If you prefer to permanently install the upper mast at this point because you will be able to reach the fully assembled tower go to Task 5 and then return to Task 4 Otherwise follow these temporary steps and then permanently attach the upper mast later 1 Ifyou will be using the Guy Wire Kit Part M GWA install the guy wire upper mast clamp about two thirds up the upper mast Tighten the clamp by hand to temporarily hold it in place You will need to adjust it later 2 Stand the upper mast upright and tie a cable tie to one leg brace and one leg of the tripod using the cable ties supplied Remove the cable ties after the cross arm and sensors are installed J AN EF M Upper mast Bn LL see VM Postlevel 77 gt o L Temporary cabletie Hl M v if fn on ENS 3 SET IN A 3 Cabletie gt N t UN Q Figure 45 Upper mast temporary HOBO U30 NRC 75 User s Manual Task 4 Mount Cross Arm Optional Onset recommends that you use an Onset cross arm to mount the Wind Speed or
57. nstall or service these sensors unless vou 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 Doc 11866 H Onset Computer Corporation Contents About the HOBO U30 NRC Station rosse enean iii iii 4 IMEFOdUCi Onion 4 Keefer geesde eer 5 U30 Station COMPO SNES aer diretto rient E 6 Smart SENS OLS ID MS 8 TheAnalog Sensor POrt aep st aloni ans Ee de 9 Setup and Test nel 11 Initial Setup and Test iin ie ee e rnt bere tere DRE qoin De bec ce e aa eg cd 11 Installing Mounting Plates EEN 12 CONNECTING Smart E e 13 Connecting Analog SensOrs us seme itte terc pe Dre ween nce epe rele derepente 15 Connecting the Battery eat to te roit nete n datione aa 16 Connecting the HOBO U30 Station to HOBOware Pro seien tenta ttn tttm tnnt 17 Configuring Analog Sensor Ports or a TRMSA Module EEN 18 Launching the HOBO U30 NRC scusate ane xr iei det a ee M a de n Ee 19 Configuring Alarms on the U30 NRTC EEN 20 Alarms Dialog for the U30 Station esee eerte trennt tente tte trenta tanto tton tena tasso snas 21 Alarm Configuration Dialog for the U30 NRC en 22 Installing the HOBO U30 Station in the Field eeeeeee nennen 23 Field Installation Procedure iater pep ip erre npe a 23 Connecting Groundin
58. nual Battery Voltage The normal operating range for the battery is 3 9 to 4 3 volts If the voltage drops below the normal range the HOBO U30 Station will change behavior to maximize the remaining voltage until the battery can be recharged Alternatively you may occasionally see a voltage level higher than 4 5 volts The following explains what occurs at various voltage levels The voltage used in determining behavior in the chart is based on a 20 minute average Even though battery voltage is recorded in the data file at each logging interval the HOBO U30 Station is operating independently on its own internal 20 minute average This ensures that the appropriate action is taking place within the HOBO U30 Station regardless of how frequently it is 4 3 to 4 5 volts The battery is being charged 4 3 volts The battery is fully charged 3 0 to 3 6 volts Level at which the HOBO U30 Station will perform a safe shutdown Plug the solar panel back in when you ve finished recharging plug the battery in first if you unplugged it You may want to do a full readout before relaunching to be sure you have all the data from the logger Approximately 3 0 volts The battery is too low to safely be charged with the HOBO U30 Station and may need to be replaced Connecting the AC adapter at this point will not recharge the battery To recharge the battery a separate battery charger will be required If the battery cannot be recharged and you are st
59. onnecting the solar panel or AC adapter Connect Solar Panel or AC Adapter here Figure 17 Connecting Solar or AC Power HOBO U30 NRC 28 User s Manual Connecting Equipment to the Relay Contact Make sure any wire you use is routed through the cable access opening The diameter of the wire should be 4 0mm 0 159 if you are running it through a smart sensor opening or 6 4 mm 0 25 if running it though one of the larger cable openings which will require having the 10 sensor input option NOTE These relays are only for low power switching see specification for rating To switch higher power use an appropriately rated relay and use the U30 relay to switch the external relay on and off For more information see The U30 Relay Contact on page 31 External Device Relay Screw Terminal Figure 18 Connecting Equipment to Relay Contact HOBO U30 NRC 29 User s Manual Mounting the HOBO U30 Station to a Pole NOTE If you are using the U30 Station as a component in the Remote Monitoring System see Tripod Setup on page 59 Mount the flat part of the clamp to the mounting plate Figure 19 Mounting to a Pole Before You Begin This topic assumes that you have already installed the mounting plates on the U30 Station page 12 Guidelines e Mountthe HOBO U30 Station vertically to a mast or pole using the U bolts Make sure the mounting plates are mounted against the flat part of the U bolt saddle clamps
60. ot connect it yet Connect equipment to the relay contact if applicable page 31 Install the weatherproof cable channel page 25 Connect the battery page 16 Connect the solar panel or AC adapter page 28 Verify that the HOBO U30 Station powers up properly Close the door and snap the hinges shut on the HOBO U30 Station case Consider using padlocks to secure the case The system should begin operating as configured HOBO U30 NRC 23 User s Manual Connecting Grounding Wire You should connect the grounding wire if you are using the Wind Speed S WSA M003 and or Wind Direction Smart Sensors S WDA M003 or if you are installing the HOBO U30 Station on a roof or in a location with exposure to lightning The grounding wire may also be helpful in reducing sensor errors when installing the HOBO U30 Station near other radio or electrical equipment or antennas Insert the grounding wire through the opening and plug it into the ground connector IMPORTANT When installing the weatherproof cable channel in the next section make sure to place the black portion of the grounding wire into the sensor cable groove Connect Grounding Wire Figure 12 Attaching Grounding Wire HOBO U30 NRC 24 User s Manual Installing Weatherproof Cable Channels NOTE If you are doing a pre deployment test setup you do not need to install the weatherproof cable channel for the sensor cables if you are going to disconnect the sensor for tr
61. ottom of case as shown below CAUTION Be careful not to trap the battery cable behind the board DO NOT trap battery cable behind expand Contacts Figure 31 Installing the Expander Board HOBO U30 NRC 43 User s Manual 4 Install Connector Cable a Plug one end ofthe supplied expander cable into the rightmost jack of the expander board b Plug the other end into the rightmost jack ofthe built in board Figure 32 Figure 30 Installing Connector Cable HOBO U30 NRC 44 User s Manual THE BATTERY Overview The HOBO U30 Station has a 4 volt sealed lead acid battery Charging the Battery Much like a mobile phone the battery will start to run down if it is not recharged Therefore the system requires either a solar panel or an AC adapter plugged in to ensure the battery does not run too low Even rechargeable batteries eventually fail and will not be able to be recharged With regular usage the battery should last more than two years See Maximizing Battery Life on page 47 IMPORTANT Due to the self discharge characteristics of this type of battery it is imperative that you charge the battery for at least 12 hours every six months at minimum even if you are not actively using the HOBO U30 Station Otherwise permanent loss of battery capacity may occur See Maintaining the Battery on page 50 HOBO U30 NRC 45 User s Manual Battery Life If the HOBO U30 Station is deployed outdoors battery li
62. r to handle with two people Be sure to stabilize level and secure the tripod on firm ground It may be necessary to adapt the installation to the existing site conditions as necessary for example if mounting the tripod on ice or rock you may need to use a masonry clamp to secure it If operating in a wet environment place several desiccant packs in the logger and plug the vent hole in the bottom of the logger enclosure to minimize moisture HOBO U30 NRC 62 User s Manual Mounting It is possible to mount the logger and sensors on either a 1 5 meter or 3 meter mast Part M MPB and M MPA respectively The shorter mast is especially useful for smaller system configurations where you are trying to minimize the size and visibility of the system There are many ways to install the mast depending on the site Common mounting methods include pounding the post into the ground setting it into concrete and bolting it to existing structures If you will be mounting PAR wind speed or rain gauge sensors be sure that you install the mast vertically using Mast Level Part M MLA Use the Guy Wire Kit Onset Part M GWA to stabilize a tall mast Use 1 2 inch stakes Part M SKA to secure the guy wires Mount the logger vertically and high enough that ground splash will not enter the vent on the underside of the enclosure If using U bolts make sure they are for 1 5 8 inch pipe because that is the hole spacing on the logger mount
63. rm 3 7666 on interval Min 0 0000 V Le Activate relay wi C Deactivate on Alarm Clear Figure 11 Alarm Configuration Dialog for the U30 NRC 1 Alarm Values Set the Alarm high low threshold and the number of samples Select the check box for the High Alarm and or the Low Alarm Enter an alarm in the box es or use the sliders If you enter values manually the software may adjust them slightly to the nearest values supported by the logger If only a high value is entered the alarm will trigger if the reading exceeds that value If only a low value is entered the alarm will trigger if the reading is below that value If both high and low are entered the alarm will trigger if the reading falls outside of that range You can also set the number of samples that must be displayed before the alarm will be triggered The sample period is whatever you have configured as the sample rate on the logger Note To avoid unintended activation of the relay contact set the number of samples to allow for anticipated breaches of the alarm threshold If the measurement is still out of range when the number of samples is reached the relay contact will be activated 2 Alarm Action Select an action to occur when the alarm is triggered Activate Relay Open Close Deactivate Pulse Toggle Open Close By default the relay is deactivated when the alarm clears To disable this uncheck the box next to Deactivate on Alarm Clearing Help
64. rnet Port w ry Ethernet model 1 14 Ground Connector 13 Battery Connector 8 Gore Vent located on side of case 12 Rechargeable Battery 11 Smart Sensor Ports 10 Cable Access 9 Smart Sensor Openings Expansion Board Slot Figure 1 U30 Components Component Descriptions 1 Outer Case protects the U30 2 Logger The U30 Station 3 Internal case This weatherproof case provides a second level of protection for the U30 electronic circuitry Do not open this case doing so will void the warranty 4 Expansion Port Connector shown with optional Analog Sensor Port installed This port is where the optional Analog Sensor Ports are factory installed 5 Relay Contacts The Relay can be activated deactivated or pulsed on user defined sensor alarms The relay can be configured as normally open or normally closed and is rated for 30 V 1 Amp maximum 6 USB port Plug in a USB cable here to connect directly to a computer 7 GSM or Wi Fi Antenna Connection antenna installed on GSM or Wi Fi models Ethernet Connection for the Ethernet model only 8 Vent This vent allows pressure to equalize inside the enclosure but does not allow liquid to pass through NOTE The pressure inside the case does not match the outside air pressure exactly so a barometric pressure sensor deployed within this case cannot measure the true atmospheric pressure unless it has its own unrestricted vent to the outside HO
65. t can be put through the loose end of the turnbuckle and the wire clamp Make sure the turnbuckle is extended as shown in the figures before feeding the cable through Install the hooks turnbuckles and cables onto the other two stakes or tripod legs Tighten the three guy wires evenly by turning the turnbuckles Attach a Post Level Part M LVA on the upper mast to maintain the mast at vertical eo Mo Ss The guy wires should be taut when the installation is complete Task 8 Position and Level Sensors Once the upper mast is locked in place and secured position the sensors at the correct heights and check that the Rainfall sensor and PAR sensors are level See the sensor manuals for more details HOBO U30 NRC 80 User s Manual Task 9 Final Setup 1 Open the logger enclosure 2 Passallthe sensor cable ends through the opening on the bottom ofthe logger enclosure 3 Plugallthe sensors with tabs facing up into the logger board located within the logger enclosure It does not matter which connector you plug each sensor into You can use a maximum of 15 channels and 100 meters 328 ft of smart sensor cable Note If you are installing more than ten sensors you will need to install an adaptor Part S ADAPT for each additional sensor The adaptors fit into any of the connectors on the logger board except the upper left connector and the connector second from the bottom on the right 4 Ifyou have a HOBO U Shuttle or laptop on si
66. te check current sensor readings to ensure the sensors are all working For the HOBO Weather Station note that you cannot check current readings if the logger is waiting for a Button Start or a Delayed Start 5 Neatly wrap all the sensor cables together and secure to the mast or tripod legs using cable ties 6 Gather the excess cable and attach the cable ties to the upper mast behind the logger Leave about a 2 inch 5 cm drip loop of cable below the logger Sensor cables Drip loop Figure 52 Sensor Cables on Mast HOBO U30 NRC 81 User s Manual 7 Seallogger enclosure HOBO Weather Station Only This step is especially important if the system is located in a wet environment Once you verify that the cables are secured in the inside ofthe logger box take all the cables and push them over to one side ofthe logger enclosure opening Using the duct seal make a ball that is bigger than the logger enclosure opening stuff the duct seal into the hole from the outside filling the void between the cables and the housing This minimizes the possibility of dust insects and driving rain getting into the logger housing Flare out the duct seal on the inside to lock it place All cables should be neatly secured to the mast when complete NOTE If you are using a HOBO Weather Station in a wet environment place several dry desiccant packs inside the logger enclosure remove desiccant pack from its foil pouch before insta
67. ter attempting to recharge the battery with an AC adapter for 24 hours then you may need to charge it with a current limited variable power supply or replace it IMPORTANT Due to the self discharge characteristics of this type of battery it is imperative that you charge the battery for at least 12 hours every six months at minimum even if you are not actively using the HOBO U30 Station Otherwise permanent loss of battery capacity may occur Charging a Dead Battery In the event the battery is completely dead less than 3 0 volts and the logger lights do not come on when the battery is connected you can charge the battery externally with a current limited variable power supply otherwise you must replace the battery Hold the battery across a constant voltage source of 4 5 volts with a current limit of 2 Amps When held at this voltage the battery will seek its own current level and maintain itself in a fully charged condition It takes up to 24 hours to fully charge a dead battery IMPORTANT Do not apply more than 4 6 volts absolute maximum to the battery Do not exceed 2 Amps of current when charging If the battery gets hot immediately stop charging the battery If the battery will not hold charge it must be replaced Dispose of the old battery per local regulations Replacing the Battery If the battery is completely dead and recharging is not an option follow these steps to replace the battery Disconnect the AC adapter or solar p
68. ts Grounding wire Phillips head screw driver Small flat head screw driver for Analog Sensor Port screw terminals if applicable Wrench or socket driver Silicone grease Plugs for unused cable channel holes Phillips head screw driver Wrench or socket driver HOBO U30 NRC 59 User s Manual Accessories The following accessories can be used with the HOBO U30 Station These accessories can be purchased from an Onset Authorized Dealer or directly 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 www onsetcomp com 1 2 Watt 6 Volt Solar Panel SOLAR 1 2W AC Adapter AC U30 5 Input Smart Sensor Expansion Kit S ADAPT X5 10 3 0 Watt 6 Volt Solar Panel SOLAR 3W 6 0 Watt 6 Volt Solar Panel SOLAR 6W AC Adapter Europe AC U30 EU Solar Panel for sunny locations and or locations with low data transfer requirements Solar Panel for moderately cloudy locations higher latitudes and or medium data transfer requirements Solar Panel for very cloudy locations higher latitudes and or high data transfer requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz AC linear power supply Output 6 Volts DC 2 Amp 240 V AC 50 Hz AC linear power supply Output 6 Volts DC 2 Amp Kit that increases the number of Smart Sensor inputs from 5 to 10 HOBO U30 NRC 60 User s Manual FCC Part 15
69. u It may be possible to retrieve the logged data Battery Life without External Power The HOBO U30 Station is designed to be used with a power source to keep the 4 volt sealed lead acid battery charged Ideally the power source is always connected and the battery will be constantly trickle charged If external power source has stopped supplying power e g there is power failure or the solar panel is covered the HOBO U30 Station is capable of running from battery power alone for extended periods of time The following table can be used as a guideline for estimating how long a HOBO U30 Station will run without any source of external power For these examples the HOBO U30 Station has up to ten sensors installed and no excitation on the Analog Sensor Port It is not recommended that the U30 be deployed for longer than 6 months without any charging as the battery may be damaged from sulfation due to the long term low voltage state Typical Run Time Logging Interval 4 5 AHr Battery S045 5 minutes 10 AHr Battery S100 2 3 months 6 months 6 months Estimating battery life when excitation is used must be calculated based upon actual drain current duration and logging frequency If excitation averages more than 1 mA and charging in the field is not possible it is recommended that the 10 AHr S100 battery option be used with the U30 6 months See the Support section at www onsetcomp com for a
70. und when full Up to seven depending upon options status lights provide basic diagnostics e Outer Enclosure Polycarbonate PBT blend with stainless steel hinge pins and brass 1 second to 18 hours user specified interval 4 Volt 10 AHr Rechargeable sealed lead acid Typical 3 5 years depending upon conditions of use Operation within the extended operating range but outside the normal range will reduce battery service life 52 User s Manual Time Accuracy 0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and 5 seconds per week at 25 C 77 F Environmental Weatherproof enclosure tested to NEMA 6 Requires proper installation of cable channel Rating system 3 8 cm 1 5 inch mast or wall mount Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for securing with user supplied padlocks Alarm Notification Logging interval plus 2 4 minutes typical Onset is not responsible for failed connections or Latency undelivered mail text messages Alarm Output Relay One relay contact closure can be configured as normally open normally closed or pulsed Voltage 30 V Current 1 amp max Sensor Network Cable Length 100 m 328 ft maximum External power is required Solar The U30 accepts the following Onset solar panels External Power SOLAR 1 2W SOLAR 3W SOLAR 6W AC Power AC power adapter AC U30 The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant directives in the European Union EU
71. using the USB cable If it is currently logging stop logging through HOBOware Pro 2 Unplug all Smart Sensors if you are troubleshooting an error You can leave them plugged in if you are not getting any sensor errors and you are just checking them for accuracy 3 Plugone Smart Sensor back in From the Launch dialog in HOBOware Pro check the current reading and make sure it is accurate 4 Repeat with the remaining Smart Sensors Checking the U30 Status To check the U30 Status 1 Fromthe main menu go to Device Status to open the Status window The Status window appears showing the status of the logger and the attached sensors 2 Verify Sensor Readings Change the sensor readings by changing the conditions For example if you are measuring temperature hold the temperature sensor in your hands for a minute or two and verify that the temperature shown in the Current Readings increases 3 Close the Status window by clicking OK Inspecting the HOBO U30 Station Periodically perform a visual inspection of the HOBO U30 Station Verify that the enclosure is free of visible damage such as cracks and that it is clean Check that all cables and wires are e Free of damage such as cracks cuts and splits e Protected in conduit if necessary exposed cables are prone to being chewed by rodents and should be protected in conduit in locations where rodents are present e Fastened securely e Free of corrosion and in good co
72. w sensors should start recording measurements Removing Replacing a Sensor If you remove a Smart Sensor while the HOBO U30 Station is logging the Logging LED will blink red and the logger will record erroneous data for that channel and continue logging as normal for the remaining Smart Sensors This behavior will continue even if you plug the Smart Sensor back in or if you plug in a new one of the same type To stop recording erroneous data after removing a Smart Sensor you will need to stop readout and re launch the HOBO U30 Station If you are replacing a Smart Sensor with a new one of the same type you will need to re launch the HOBO U30 Station once the new Smart Sensor is installed The HOBO U30 Station can continue logging until you stop readout and re launch it with the new Smart Sensor You can remove analog sensors from the optional Analog Sensor Port or replace them with new analog sensors of the exact same type in the same channel without having to stop the logger However in the case that you are changing the type of sensor you will need to reconfigure the Analog Sensor Port using HOBOware Pro which will require you to stop the logger HOBO U30 NRC 37 User s Manual Testing Smart Sensors Use HOBOware Pro if you need to verify the accuracy of the Smart Sensors which is recommended on a yearly basis or if you need to isolate a Smart Sensor that is generating an error 1 Connectthe HOBO U30 Station to the computer
73. y E Pulse Width for onse EE Pulse Relay E alarm only UJ ees JC HOBOlink U30 RC HOBOware U30 NRC Actions Alarm Action Use a comma to separate multiple addresse Ema Ween Activate relay Activate relay Deactivate relay Pulse relay N Deactivate Relay Open Pulse Rel fF Re opening the Relay with a Second Alarm If you do not want the relay to deactivate as soon as the alarm is cleared you can setup another alarm to deactivate the alarm For example rather than have the irrigation system turn off as soon as the temperature climbs back above 35 degrees you do not want the system turned off until the temperature climbs back above 38 degrees Create the second temperature sensor alarm with a range above 38 degrees and the action set to Deactivate Relay Open Make sure the Deactivate Relay Open on clear box in the first Sensor Alarm is unchecked Figure 24 HOBO U30 NRC Relay Example Start Device 34 User s Manual Relay Contact Example Stop Device This example shows how you would configure the relay contact and alarms if you have an application where you have equipment that is normally on For example if you have a fountain that normally runs continuously but you want it to turn off if the wind speed exceeds 20 MPH Default Deactivated State Closed set in HOBOware Pro Equipment Runs eo Wind Speed Sensor Alarm HOBOIink for U30 RC HOBOware Pro for U30 NR

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