9200-PLUS NRG Logger User`s Manual
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1. Set the time Function 4 1 date Functions 4 2 amp 4 3 site number Function 5 2 and DataChip number Function 5 3 make sure switches have been set to desired positions Check settings for the averaging interval units and number of channels Function 5 1 If you set an invalid date like 4 31 96 the logger will not start log on 5 Now install DataChips 6 Press and hold START key release when messages begin to appear on the display to begin logging Watch display for the following messages to confirm correct installation 1 DataChip sizes 2 PP 3 switch settings 4 remaining days of memory storage If you see PA the logger was less than 20 seconds from the end of the current interval and is pausing until the interval is complete It will then log on as described above This is done so as not to conflict starting the log on seguence with an end of interval calculation 14 LOGGER INSTALLATION DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIRST TIME USERS PARTS SUPPLIED Standard Unit 9200 PLUS NRG 9200 PLUS DATALOGGER 2 8 KB or 32KB DataChips 2 4 meter 8 ft ground wire 2 9V Alkaline batteries TOOLS AND SUPPLIES REQUIRED wire strippers only needed if you shorten wires wire cutters regular slotted screwdriver 3 is best 1 4 nut driver petroleum jelly electrical tape INSTALLATION Attach shelter box with supplied U bolts to tower Attach LOGGER to shelter box using supplied screws throug2. in the unit If the logger finds a DataChip s it will NOT write a header and will search for where the first available space for writing data is and start logging there It will indicate this by the PL on the screen If no DataChips are installed the logger will be unable to return to logging mode Q The Logger is installed in a very wet environment Also what can I do for additional corrosion protection A For additional corrosion protection apply a petroleum jelly Vaseline or a silicone sealer to all the terminals Put additional dessicant packs in the LOGGER enclosure to keep electronics dry Avoid allowing rain or snow to enter the logger Because the logger enclosure is completely weatherproof moisture cannot escape or evaporate once the door is closed A small amount of moisture can usually be taken care of with a few dessicant packs 23 O When does the right hand DataChip get its header information written A When the left DataChip is full the logger will write the stop header information on the left DataChip and write the start header information on the right DataChip Now the logger is writing information to the right DataChip 24 TECHNICAL SUPPORT In order that we may perfect this product to better meet your needs we welcome your comments and suggestions on how to make our product better Please contact NRG Systems at NRG Systems Inc 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg VT 03461 USA For customer
3. make sure that all sensor wires are securely fastened so that they do not flap and vibrate in the wind Also be sure that wire connections are tight and securely fastened to minimize breakage in high winds Batteries can also be affected by low temperatures Because the 9200 PLUS has higher power requirements when writing data to the EEPROM DataChips it needs a low impedence battery Always use good quality Alkaline or Lithium batteries Battery life will also vary with temperature so always play it safe when establishing your battery replacement schedule After using the system for a while you will become accustomed to how often batteries need to be changed Remember that the 9200 PLUS has been designed to use inexpensive 9 volt batteries and that there is no need for you to cut it close BATTERIES ARE CHEAP DATA IS NOT So be extra cautious about batteries in cold weather If there is any doubt about the integrity of the batteries change them FRONT PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Buttons A are for navigating the menu Functions gt is for navigating the menu Data SET is for toggling the setting of programmable data START begins logging on a set of DataChips STOP stops logging so that DataChips can be changed The NRG LOGGER provides the following functions selectable from the front panel Wind Speed Channel 1 Instantaneous Wind Speed Channel 2 Instantaneous Wind Speed Channel 3 Instantaneous Wind Speed Channel 1 Pe
4. 2 2P Direction of Wind Speed Channel 2 Peak This function displays the wind direction in degrees at the time of the Wind Speed channel 2 peak It uses direction sensor 2 FUNCTION 2 1A Direction Channel 1 Average This function displays the average wind direction in degrees of the last averaging interval It is updated at the end of the previous averaging interval FUNCTION 2 2A Direction Channel 2 Average This function displays the average wind direction in degrees of the last averaging interval It is updated at the end of the previous averaging interval FUNCTION 3 1 Extra Channel Temperature This function displays the instantaneous extra analog channel scaled for the NRG 110S temperature sensor It will be in Fahrenheit degrees if English units are selected and Celcius degrees if Metric units are selected FUNCTION 3 2 Extra Channel Pyranometer This function displays the instantaneous extra analog channel scaled for a Li Cor LI 200SA pyranometer FUNCTION 3 3 Extra Channel Raw This function displays the instantaneous extra analog channel in raw format no scaling It will indicate a range of 0 to 255 corresponding to 0 volts and 2 55 volts respectively FUNCTION 4 1 Time This function displays the 9200 PLUS clock time in hours and seconds The time goes from 00 00 to 23 59 7 FUNCTION 4 2 Month Day This function displays the 9200 PLUS clock date in month and day of month FUNCTION 4 3 Y
5. CELLogger or 9300 TelePort Logger it will call and download data into the BaseStation BaseStation creates binary files that can be imported into MicroSite and has a convert option to produce ASCII files that can be used in spreadsheet programs NOTE In all cases the RAW BINARY files are the files to use with MicroSite NOTE If you have MicroSite data analysis software you must have version 1 07 or higher to be able to read data from a 9200 PLUS Data Logger You may receive an update to MicroSite on your first purchase of a 9200 PLUS Data Logger If you need upgraded software please contact Customer Service phone 802 482 2255 or fax 802 482 2272 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg Vermont 05461 802 482 2255 800 448 WIND Fax 802 482 2272 ANSOFTWR DOC 6 13 96 NRG Application Note Systems Magnetic Declination and Wind Direction Sensors Introduction A magnetic compass does not point to the north pole of the earth but rather to the north magnetic pole Since magnetic compasses are commonly used to orient wind direction sensors the difference between the two must be taken into account to provide wind direction data corrected to True North Some Definitions True North is the direction to the geographic north pole of the Earth A True direction is expressed in compass degrees relative to True North Magnetic North is the direction to the magnetic north pole of the Earth Magnetic compasses point to Magnetic Nor
6. Direction for 335 True North Easterly Magnetic Magnetic Declination 15 East Declinations Add the 0 declination angle to the Magnetic North Magnetic Direction To return to the example of Davis CA a Magnetic Direction of 90 degrees East is90 15 105 degrees True A Magnetic Direction of 320 degrees is 320 15 335 degrees True See figure at left Orienting Wind Direction Sensors For convenience in the field some people orient their wind direction sensors relative to Magnetic North that is the sensor indicates 0 degrees when the wind is out of Magnetic North NRG s data conversion software supports this by making a correction for the Magnetic Declination based on the Magnetic Declination value that you enter BaseStation s Convert Function uses the Declination stored in the BaseStation SITE file for the site to give True wind direction in converted ASCIl files MicroSite uses the Declination in the database for the site to correct for Magnetic Declination when importing raw data so that the wind directions in the MicroSite database are True directions For sites with easterly Magnetic Declinations the conversion program adds the declination angle to the Magnetic direction to obtain true direction For sites with westerly Magnetic Declinations the conversion program subtracts the declination angle from the Magnetic direction to obtain true direction The conversion programs correctly handle the cases where correc
7. copy of this sheet and send it along with your shipment to us Date Your Name RMA No Items being returned Serial Number Reason for return Warranty Yes No Not Sure Purchase Date Invoice No Estimate for Repair Charges requested Yes No Repair not to exceed US Person to be contacted with estimate phone Person to issue Purchase Order for repair phone Billing Address Shipping Address Send your shipment USTUS a tek fol Tita ok RR Tee to NRG Systems Inc Attn Receiving Dept RMA No 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg VT 05461 USA Thank you SHIPMENTS SENT FREIGHT COLLECT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY NRG SYSTEMS International Customers Please state in your shipping documents the following THESE ITEMS ARE BEING RETURNED TO THEIR U S MANUFACTURER COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE AND ORIGIN IS U S A HS CODE 9801 00 1025 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY NRG Systems Inc NRG warrants its products for a period of two years from date of original purchase solely for the benefit of the original consumer purchaser If this NRG product is determined to be defective in materials or workmanship NRG will at NRG s option repair or replace this product without charge This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation or use accident or misuse lightning or damages due to any unauthorized service This warranty also will not apply if any seal on any instrument or sensor is broken
8. for drainage of moisture Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 2 DIRECTION SENSOR 200P NRG Wind Direction Vane Refer to Figures 1 3 for reference Slide the direction sensor and rubber sensor terminal boot onto the Z shaped mast Rotate the sensor until the notch on the sensor is pointing away from the Z shaped mast Secure the sensor with the supplied cotter pin and set screw Loosen the nuts on the three studs and slide the lugs onto the studs being sure that the colors are as shown in the SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 Tighten the nuts using a 1 4 nut driver and check that all three cables are secure Double check the color coding Lightly coat the terminals with petroleum jelly and slide the rubber boot over the bottom of the sensor Secure the bottom of the rubber boot with electrical tape being sure to leave a hole for drainage of moisture 10 3 ATTACHING SENSORS TO TOWER Attach the sensors to the TallTower using mounting booms and clamps as shown in the TOWER CONFIGURATION DIAGRAM in Figure 5 BE SURE THAT THE NOTCH ON THE DIRECTION SENSOR IS POINTING NORTH AFTER THE SENSOR HAS BEEN MOUNTED ON THE TOWER Spiral wrap the sensor wires along mounting booms being sure to provide strain relief to the wires every 6 inches or so with electrical tape 4 DOUBLE CHECK CONNECTIONS COLOR C
9. or the equipment is not grounded To return a defective product call NRG Systems at the telephone number listed below for an RMA number You must also have available when you call the serial number of the item as well as date bought No products will be accepted for warranty work without an RMA number The product must be returned postage prepaid to NRG with a brief description of the problem RMA number and a return address with phone number The foregoing limited warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties express or implied NRG specifically disclaims all implied warranties including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose The above limited warranty expressly excludes and NRG shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by or related to the use of inability to use or malfunction of this product Prompt disposition NRG will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any product which proves to be defective within warranty first contact NRG or representative from whom product was purchased and ask for an RMA number NRG will also make a good faith effort for prompt service after the warranty period contact NRG with the nature of the problem and obtain an RMA number Inspect your shipments for damages to the packages or missing packages immediately upon receipt Record any such exceptions on the freight
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11. sets the interval Select 10 minutes up or 60 minutes down e UNITS The next switch to the right sets the units Note Units are for display only and do not affect the data being stored to the DataChips Select Metric up or English down The bar will be present if metric is selected 16 e NUMBER OF SENSORS To set the number of sensors being logged use the bottom right switch bank Three different settings can be selected Setting 1 both switches up Setting 2 left switch up right switch down Setting 3 left switch down right switch up or both switches down See Chart 1 Page 8 For example a display of 10 3 indicates a 10 minute averaging interval metric units and all channels being logged A display of 60 1 indicates a 60 minute averaging interval English units and Wind Speed 1 average standard deviation and Wind Direction 1 being logged See instructions on inside of 9200 PLUS enclosure door for diagram of switch settings Although it is not displayed the solar switch must be up when a pyranometer sensor is installed 14 P5 2 MODE SITE NUMBER Press the right arrow key to enter the site number set routine Press the SET key to set the least significant 2 digits of the site number Use the up arrow and right arrow keys to increment the least significant 2 digits of the site number Once the least significant part of the site number is entered correctly press the SET key again to set the mo
12. 10 minute interval Setting 1 Setting 2 Setting 3 see page 8 60 minute interval Setting 1 84 7 169 5 340 7 681 5 Setting 2 42 3 84 7 170 3 340 75 Setting 3 28 2 56 5 113 5 227 1 see page 8 EXTRA ANALOG CHANNEL Raw 0 255 counts 0 2 55 volts respectively Temperature 40 to 160 degrees F 40 to 60 degrees C Scaling degrees F Raw count 123 5 degrees C Raw count 1 8 86 39 Pyranometer 0 255 uA 0 255 counts Typical pyranometer calibration is 90 uA per 1000 w m Pyranometer reading counts x 1000 w m 90 HA 27 28 OPTIONS EEREADER II DL9210 Basic Reading Software MicroSite Data Analysis Software Steel Shelter Box Mounting booms Tower Grounding Kit Extra DataChips NRG TallTower 10M to 50M Temperature humidity pyranometer sensors Any 0 2 55VDC analog output sensor NRG EU Declaration of Conformity In accordance with ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Product Category Meteorological Data Logger Product Type NRG Logger 9200 PLUS Model Number 9210 Manufacturer s Name NRG Systems Manufacturer s Address 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg VT 05461 USA Telephone 802 482 2255 FAX 802 482 2272 The above mentioned products comply with the following EU Directives 89 336 EEC Council Directive of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility 73 23 EEC Council Directive of 19 February 1973 on the harmonization
13. F For extended exposure to extreme cold temperatures we recommend an additional battery pack or Lithium batteries RECOMMENDED BATTERIES e Gold Peak 1604A Alkaline e DURACELL 9 volt Alkaline MN1604 21 AUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What if the battery voltage is very low when I want to change the chip on a site visit A Ifthe 9200 PLUS is still running but the battery voltage is very low simply stop the logging by pressing the Stop button remove the DataChips replace the batteries one at a time insert ERASED DataChips and start logging again by pressing the Start button WE DO NOT RECOMMEND LETTING THE VOLTAGE DROP BELOW 6 VOLTS The logger will run down to 5 6 volts but batteries should be changed when voltage 18 6 7 volts Q What will happen if I power up the logger with the DataChips already installed A If you power the unit up with the DataChips installed the following will happen Once the batteries are installed the logger will display 8 888 8 8 followed by the serial number followed by the version number It first determines and displays what size DataChips are installed in the sockets 32 indicates a 32KB DataChip is installed in the left socket and no DataChip is installed in the right socket At this point the logger will look for an empty memory block in the DataChip s First it looks in the left chip You will see a counter increment on the left side of the screen as it looks through the DataC
14. LUS is now in programming mode 4 INSTALL NEW DATACHIP S Replace batteries now if necessary The DataChip is installed with the notch oriented up as shown on the front panel Install DataChips bottom end first then push the top end firmly into the socket do not rock side to side If you are only installing one DataChip it must be placed in the left socket You will not be allowed to enter logging mode if no DataChip is installed in the left socket and the logger will automatically return you to programming mode 5 STARTING LOGGING To start logging press and hold the START key The 9200 PLUS will display the size of chips installed in the sockets the display will briefly flash an 8 or 32 or on the left and right side of the display indicating the respective DataChip size 8 being 8KB same as 64Kb 32 being 32KB same as 256Kb and being no chip The display will then show PP followed by the switch settings averaging interval units and number of channels selected followed by the number of days left before the DataChip s fill up After this the logger will display function 1 1 Wind Speed channel 1 instantaneous From here you can use the arrow keys to confirm sensor operation 19 If you see PA the logger was less than 20 seconds from the end of the current interval and is pausing until the interval is complete It will then log on as described above This is done so as not to conf
15. NRG Systems 9200 PLUS NRG Logger User s Manual 90200 NRG Systems Inc 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg VT 05461 USA TEL 802 482 2255 FAX 802 482 2272 EMAIL sales Onrgsystems com CP92P pub 05 16 97 aU A Q W IN 10 14 15 19 21 21 22 25 26 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION THEORY OF OPERATION NOTES FOR FIRST TIME USERS COLD TEMPERATURE OPERATION FRONT PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS CONNECTING THE SENSORS LOGGER INSTALLATION SUMMARY FOR EXPERIENCED USERS ONLY LOGGER INSTALLATION DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIRST TIME USERS CHANGING DATACHIPS READING DATACHIPS CHANGING BATTERIES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS TECHNICAL SUPPORT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the NRG 9200 PLUS The 9200 PLUS has been designed for acguiring the maximum amount of data at the minimum overall cost to the user The NRG 9200 PLUS was developed based on customer experiences with the 9200 and earlier 9000 Series NRG Loggers We at NRG SYSTEMS feel that the NRG 9200 PLUS represents the best of over 15 years of experience designing and producing instrumentation for the wind energy industry Features of the NRG 9200 PLUS e 3 wind speed channels 2 direction channels and one extra analog input channel a pulsed 5 volt excitation output and a 9 volt auxiliary power input standard e Very low power consumption over 6 mont
16. ODES AND SENSOR ORIENTATION Be sure the wires are all in good contact with sensor terminals all rubber terminal boots are securely positioned and wire color codes match the SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 and sensors are oriented properly Also double check that the wires are secured to the mounting booms properly so that breakage will not occur 5 RUN THE WIRES TO THE BOTTOM OF THE TOWER Spiral wrap sensor wires down the tower approx one wrap every 3m 10 being sure to provide strain relief to the wires approx every 1 5 meters 5 with electrical tape Figure 5 Note Use several logs cable spools sawhorses etc to support the TallTower about 0 5 M off the ground when installing sensors Installation is much easier when the tower is lifted slightly off the ground 11 FED DIR CHI DIR CH2 sy em 2 3 GND 5 UT IN ANLGGND 0 5 5555 5 565 65 55 55 00 i 1 USE INSTRUMENT GROUND CABLE TO CONNECT TO GROUND ROD TO LOGGER GROUND STU WHITE BLACK BARE SHIELD WIRE 110S TEMPERATURE BARE SHIELD WIRE TO LOGGER GROUND STUD TO LOGGER GROUND STUD 200P DIRECTION VANE Figure 4 12 lt Lightning spike Maximum 40 Anemom
17. ak Wind Speed Channel 2 Peak Wind Speed Channel 3 Peak Wind Speed Channel 1 Average Wind Speed Channel 2 Average Wind Speed Channel 3 Average Direction Channel 1 Instantaneous Direction Channel 2 Instantaneous Direction of Wind Speed Channel 1 Peak Direction of Wind Speed Channel 2 Peak Direction Channel 1 Average Direction Channel 1 Average Extra Channel Temperature Extra Channel Pyranometer Extra Channel Raw Voltage Time Month Day Year Switches Site Number Chip Number Battery Voltage Days Remaining These are FUNCTION 1 1 FUNCTION 1 2 FUNCTION 1 3 FUNCTION 1 1P FUNCTION 1 2P FUNCTION 1 3P FUNCTION 1 1A FUNCTION 1 2A FUNCTION 1 3A FUNCTION 2 1 FUNCTION 2 2 FUNCTION 2 1P FUNCTION 2 2P FUNCTION 2 1A FUNCTION 2 2A FUNCTION 3 1 FUNCTION 3 2 FUNCTION 3 3 FUNCTION 4 1 FUNCTION 4 2 FUNCTION 4 3 FUNCTION 5 1 FUNCTION 5 2 FUNCTION 5 3 FUNCTION 5 4 FUNCTION 5 5 These functions are selected using the up down and right arrow keys Each time you press the up or down arrow key the next group of functions 1 X 2 X etc will be 5 selected in numerical order Note functions wrap around so that pushing the down arrow key at the last function will bring you back to the first function Functions within a group 5 1 5 2 etc are selected using the right arrow key while in the function of interest The available functions are determined by the number of sensors selected see Chart 1 on page 8 The digit
18. arity Technically the velocity sensor has no polarity Also check that all wires are intact Resistance across the anemometer should be approximately 600 to 700 ohms if not spinning A spinning anemometer will read approximately 0 5 volts AC at 25 mph The direction sensor should read approximately 10 000 ohms from red lead to the black lead The reading from the white lead plus either the red or black lead should read between 0 and 10 000 ohm Q What happens when the LOGGER has been left too long and the data has overflowed A The logging operation stops as soon as the memory is filled The display will read PLL 1 or PLL 12 Pushing any key will bring the logger into programming mode Simply remove the DataChip s and reinstall new chips as described in the instruction manual All data past the chip capacity will not be recorded Q What will happen if the logger status is changed from logging mode and left in programming mode A The logger will stay in programming mode for up to 1 hour before automatically attempting to return to logging mode If DataChips are installed and have room to store data logging will begin automatically It does this by seeing that the user pressed the STOP key and therefore placed the unit in programming mode From this time on the logger will count down 1 hour At that time the logger will attempt to log back on in hopes that the user has forgotten to press the START button but did leave DataChip s
19. displays the number of days before the space in the currently installed DataChips runs out This is calculated at the end of each averaging interval Note The number of days remaining on DataChips is not related to battery life Note The chip sizes are determined when the user puts the 9200 PLUS in logging mode by pressing the START key If you remove a chip while in logging mode the logger does not know this and will assume the DataChips are still installed 9 CONNECTING THE SENSORS 1 WIND SPEED SENSOR 4440 Maximum Anemometer Refer to Figures 1 3 Slide the anemometer and rubber sensor terminal boot onto the 12 straight stub mast and secure it with the supplied cotter pin and set screw Notice that one end of the supplied 2 conductor wire has lugs Loosen the nut on each of the two studs on the sensor and slide on the lugs being sure that the colors are as shown in the SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 Tighten the nuts down using a 1 4 nut driver do not overtighten as studs may break off lightly coat the terminals with petroleum jelly and slide the rubber boot over the bottom of the sensor Secure the bottom of the rubber boot with electrical tape being sure to leave a hole
20. ear This function displays the 9200 PLUS clock year FUNCTION 5 1 Switches This function displays three different parameters e Averaging Interval selected by the user center two digits e Units mph or M s selected by the user dash indicates metric units e Sensors selected by the user right digit indicates of sensors i e 1 2 or 3 All these settings are done using the bottom 2 DIP switch pairs located under the DataChips To set Averaging Interval move left switch of the bottom left switch bank up for 10 minute averaging down for 60 minute averaging To set Units move right switch of the bottom left switch bank up for Metric Units down for English Units To set the Number of sensors being logged use the bottom right switch bank Three different settings can be selected Disabling unused channels prevents accumulation of useless zero data Setting 1 both switches up Setting 2 left switch up right switch down Setting 3 left switch down right switch up or both switches down wsi sbi DRI J o S WSi 801 DIRI ws2 sp2 DIR2 _ ANG WS2 WS3 Chart 1 WS Wind Speed SD Standard Deviation DIR Wind Direction ANLG Extra Analog GUST 1 Gust on speed channel 1 during the interval For example a display of 10 3 indicates a 10 minute averaging interval metric units and all channels being logged A display of 60 1 indicates a 60 minute averaging interval E
21. ed to the indicated direction when the data are converted For example if you orient the direction sensor to East 90 degrees the sensor will indicate 0 degrees for winds from the East To obtain true direction enter 90 for the Offset Then indicated values of 0 will be converted to the correct True direction of 0 90 90 degrees As with the Magnetic Declination correction the conversion programs correctly handle the cases where corrections cross True North you are orienting your sensors relative to Magnetic North and also have need for an offset you can use both features For example if a Direction Vane is Oriented to 270 degrees Magnetic you could enter the Offset of 270 degrees and enter the Magnetic declination for the site Then both corrections will be applied to obtain wind direction data in True direction 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg Vermont 05461 USA 802 482 2255 800 448 WIND Fax 802 482 2272 ANDECLIN DOC Page 3 of 3 Rev 2 1997 NRG Information about Returns to NRG you wish to return an item to NRG Systems for repair or any other reason please before shipping contact NRG s Service Dept by phone 802 482 2255 or fax 802 482 2272 to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA Number The RMA Number allows us to track and route your shipment and repair Note the RMA Number on all boxes shipped to us and refer to it in your correspondence or phone calls to us Please fill out a
22. el instantaneous From here you can use the up down and right keys to look at whatever data you like If you see PA the logger was less than 20 seconds from the end of the current interval and is pausing until the interval is complete It will then log on as described above This is done so as not to conflict starting logging on with an end of interval calculation 18 CHANGING DATACHIPS CAUTION DATACHIPS SHOULD NOT BE CHANGED DURING A STORAGE CYCLE AT THE END OF AN INTERVAL THE DISPLAY WILL SHOW PROGRAMMING CODES L1 L2 L3 TO INDICATE IT IS WRITING DATA ONTO THE DATACHIP The DataChip is changed at the site as follows 1 CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE Using the up arrow and down arrow keys advance to the battery volt meter function FUNCTION 5 4 Ifthe battery voltage is below 6 00 volts change the batteries according to instructions AFTER pulling the DataChip s see CHANGING BATTERIES 2 CHECK REAL TIME CLOCK If Reboot has occurred PL note that reboot occurred Note actual Stop Time for editing when later processing data 3 PULL DATACHIP S Press and hold the STOP key until PLL 1 or PLL 12 is displayed approximately 1 second PLL 1 indicates that you must pull the left DataChip and PLL 12 indicates that you must pull both DataChips If PLL 1 is displayed and there are 2 DataChips installed the right DataChip should be empty The DataChip s may now be removed The 9200 P
23. ell you are in program mode if the left 2 digits are alternating between P and a function number The first function number displayed in programming mode is 4 1 Time Note Functions 1 through 3 are displayed in logging mode only 10 P4 1 MODE TIME Press the SET key so that only minutes are displayed Now increment or decrement the minutes by using the up and down arrow keys When the minutes have been set press SET again to display the hours Again set the hours using the up and down arrow keys Pressing SET again will display both hours and minutes If you need to change these again you may repeat the above process VALID TIME 00 00 through 23 59 11 P4 2 MODE MONTH DAY Press the right arrow key to enter the date set routine Use the SET up arrow and down arrow keys as described above to set the current month then the current day VALID DATE 0101 through 1231 12 P4 3 MODE YEAR Press the right arrow key to enter the year set routine Use the SET up arrow and down arrow keys as described above to set the current year Note that you only need to set the 95 part of 1995 The logger assumes that any year from 95 to 99 is 199X and any year from 00 to 49 is 20XX VALID YEAR 1995 through 2049 13 P5 1 MODE SWITCHES Press the up arrow or down arrow keys to get to the set averaging interval routine Then use the dip switches in the DataChip sockets to set e AVERAGING INTERVAL The leftmost bottom switch
24. eter 200P Wind Direction Vane Top Mount Boom TMB combined Z mast and stub mast gt Maximum 40 Anemometer facing prevailing winds lt Side Mount Boom SMB x 2 1108 Temperature Sensor or Li Cor Pyranometer with mounting boom NRG Systems lt 9200 Plus Logger and Shelter Box _ Logger ground wire to ground rod Grounding wire from lightning spike to ground rod lt Baseplate Ground rod Figure 5 13 0 5 meters ee 0 e 9 8 feet 3 0 meters 4 Slide sensor boot then base of sensor onto mounting boom align holes and install cotter pin as Tighten set screw Measure to height then attach sensor mounting booms to TallTower using supplied hose clamps Bundle sensor wires then wrap and tape around TallTower in a downward spiral approx one wrap every 3m 10 ft approx one tape every 1 5m 5 ft Cn LiCor Pyranometer facing sun 9210stp1 cdr LOGGER INSTALLATION SUMMARY FOR EXPERIENCED USERS ONLY The NRG LOGGER is installed as follows 1 Install the LOGGER and sensors on the tower 2 Connect sensors to the LOGGER as indicated in Figures 1 5 NOTE POLARITIES 3 Install batteries and wait for screen to indicate programming mode Function number will be flashing Do not have DataChips in at this time 4
25. h back of shelter box GROUND THE LOGGER TO THE EARTH GROUND ROD WITH THE GROUND CABLE PROVIDED NOTE The ground stud on the bottom of the Logger is not labeled See SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 Cut excess sensor wire leaving approximately meter extra length excess can also be bundled in shelter box Strip off outer jacket on all sensor cables approx 50 mm 2 Strip back wire insulation approx 5 mm 1 47 on sensor wires Attach wind speed sensor wires to the SPEED inputs on the logger s terminal strip See Figures 1 3 and SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 NOTE Polarity of wind speed sensor wires does not matter Attach direction sensor wires to the direction sensor input terminals labeled DIR CH1 amp DIR CH2 on the logger s terminal strip NOTE POLARITY Connect the red wire to the white wire to S and the black wire to 1 2 See Figures 1 3 and SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 Note For a Pyranometer see instructions with unit 15 8 Attach the drain wires shielding to the GND terminal Note Do not attach to the terminals See SENSOR CONNECTIONS diagram Figure 4 9 Remove any DataChips from the sockets Install the two FRESH 9 volt batteries in the battery holders being careful of polarity The logger should display 8 888 8 8 then its serial number and then its version number The 9200 PLUS should then enter program P mode You can t
26. hey are required The system has user selectable averaging intervals of 10 or 60 minutes The wind speed and standard deviation values are based on 2 second samples The 9200 PLUS has been designed to maximize data recovery in the most extreme operating conditions We at NRG are committed to providing cost effective high quality instrumentation and it is our hope that the LOGGER 9200 PLUS will provide you with years of reliable service NOTES FOR FIRST TIME USERS We urge you to become familiar with the entire data acquisition system before going out in the field Please take the time to read the manual and try out all the functions and features of the NRG 9200 PLUS Attach the sensors to the 9200 PLUS in your lab and practice initializing the system changing chips and changing batteries The 9200 PLUS has been designed to keep you out of trouble but you must still take the time to become familiar with it It is also important to familiarize yourself with the NRG EEREADER II and DL9210 software Take the time to learn how the entire system works from the 9200 PLUS to the EEREADER II Once you have mastered getting data from the 9200 PLUS to a file on disk you are ready to go out in the field and install the logger COLD TEMPERATURE OPERATION When using the 9200 PLUS at cold temperatures be aware of the following potential problems At low temperatures wire becomes less flexible and more apt to break When attaching sensors to the tower
27. hip If no empty space is found on the left DataChip it then looks for empty space on the right DataChip Once it has found a block of empty data the display will flash PL The chips should then be removed and the logger powered down Then power up the logger according to instructions program as necessary then install ERASED Datachips Q I visited my site to change DataChips and the logger display read PL What does this mean A PL indicates that the power was lost This is a precaution in the event of a system crash due to lightning improper grounding etc If you return to a site and this is displayed you will know that a power loss took place and the cycle descibed above was initiated Push any button to return to logging mode then Push STOP replace DataChips and then push START Q Can the DataChip be plugged in backwards A No The DataChips used in the 9200 PLUS can only be plugged in one way This is a feature that keeps the user from inadvertently destroying the DataChips and also allows the use of untrained personnel to retrieve data an additional cost savings Be sure to push DataChips in bottom end first Avoid rocking chips side to side when inserting into sockets to prevent bending of pins Q What if my wind speed readings are zero and or the direction readings don t make sense 22 A Check all the sensor connections Be sure that the direction sensor is connected with the proper pol
28. hs operation using 2 standard 9 volt alkaline batteries e User selected averaging interval 10 60 minutes e Large memory capacity from 4 days to 681 days depending on DataChips used number of sensors and averaging interval e Displays remaining DataChip memory in days e Rugged weathertight fiberglass enclosure e Built in battery voltmeter e Large easy to read 6 digit LCD display e Six key data entry pad e Full 1 year warranty e Removable 8KB or 32KB EEPROM DataChips in protective case for easy handling e Stable precise crystal timebase 0078 3 minutes per month e User settable software real time clock e Start and end time date and battery voltage are all stored on DataChip e Instrument serial number and user selectable site number stored on DataChip e Extra user settable chip number can be stored on DataChip 2 e Standard deviation important for turbulence measurements for each averaging interval and each wind speed input The NRG 9200 PLUS NRG TallTower NRG EEREADRR II DataChip reader and NRG MicroSite software provide you with a complete cost effective and reliable data recovery system THEORY OF OPERATION The NRG 9200 PLUS is an ultralow power microprocessor controlled data logging system Unlike other pulsed systems the NRG 9200 PLUS is unique in that the microprocessor core is always operating The DataChips direction sensors extra analog input and voltmeter are only active when t
29. lict starting logging on with an end of interval calculation 20 READING DATACHIPS Data stored on DataChips are transferred to the computer PC as follows 1 Power up the PC and run the program DL9210 Refer to DL9210 user s manual 2 Connect the EEREADER II to the PC according to instructions Refer to EEREADER II instructions 3 Insert the DataChip into the EEREADER II socket 4 Follow the instructions provided at the program menu CHANGING BATTERIES The NRG 9200 PLUS is designed with 2 batteries so that the batteries can be changed without powering down and to provide redundancy for increased reliability The 9200 PLUS will operate with only one battery if necessary but we strongly suggest using two First stop current logging cycle and remove DataChips To change the batteries simply remove one battery and replace it Then remove the other battery and replace it We advise changing both batteries on a scheduled basis to ensure reliable operation REMEMBER Batteries are MUCH cheaper to replace than data Never remove both batteries at the same time unless you want to power down the logger Replace one and then the other We strongly recommend using only Alkaline batteries Using standard 9 volt batteries will work but the life expectancy is greatly reduced 2 to 4 times less than Alkaline Alkaline battery life will be reduced at lower temperatures but should work reliably down to 40 degrees C 40 degrees
30. nglish units and Wind Speed 1 average standard deviation and Wind Direction 1 being logged See instructions on inside of 9200 PLUS enclosure door for diagram of switch settings 9210 INSTRUCTI EV A 27 25 Ls SAMPLE OF INSTRUCTION SHEET LOCATED INSIDE THE LOGGER DOOR FUNCTION 5 2 Site Number This function displays the site number Site number is set while in program mode This is a number from 0000 to 9999 FUNCTION 5 3 Chip Number This function displays the number which will be recorded onto both DataChips as they are used This number can be used by the operator for anything he she likes For example this can be used to store a customer number This number will be attached to the data set and therefore can be used to identify data collected for a specific customer This number is displayed here but cannot be changed until the DataChip is removed while in program mode This can only be a number between 0 and 99 FUNCTION 5 4 Battery Voltage This function displays the present battery voltage It is updated every 2 seconds If the voltage drops below 7 volts the batteries should be changed FUNCTION 5 5 Days Remaining This function
31. of the laws of the Member states relating to electrical eguipment designed for use with certain voltage limits The compliance of the above mentioned product with the Directives and with the following essential reguirements is hereby confirmed Electromagnetic Emissions Electromagnetic Immunity EN55022 1994 Class B EN50082 1 1992 The technical files and other documentation are on file with Mr Barry King Engineering Manager As the manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the above mentioned products comply with the above named directives Hinesburg Vermont 31 October 1996 Barry J King Place Date Engineering Manager NRG Systems NRG Application Note Systems Data Retrieval from NRG Data Loggers 9200 Data Logger If you are using 9200 Data Loggers you must use DL9200 software with an EEReader for reading your DataChips to create your binary and ASCII files The binary file can then be imported into MicroSite the ASCII file can be used by spreadsheet programs 9200 PLUS Data Logger you are using 9200 PLUS Data Loggers you must use DL9210 software with an EEReader II for reading your DataChips to create your binary and ASCII files The binary file can then be imported into MicroSite the ASCII file can be used by spreadsheet programs 9300 Systems If you are using a 9300SA Data Logger you must use BaseStation software and a TermReader to read your DataCards If you are using a 9300
32. on the far left indicates the Function group being displayed and the next digit indicates the Data within that group See Logger Installation for first time users for functions available in program mode only EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS FUNCTION 1 1 Wind Speed Channel 1 Instantaneous This function displays the present wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting The wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 2 Wind Speed Channel 2 Instantaneous This function displays the present wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting The wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 3 Wind Speed Channel 3 Instantaneous This function displays the present wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting The wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 1P Wind Speed Channel 1 Peak This function displays the peak wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting for the entire logging period The peak wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 2P Wind Speed Channel 2 Peak This function displays the peak wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting for the entire logging period The peak wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 3P Wind Speed Channel 3 Peak This function displays the peak wind speed in miles per hour or meters
33. per second depending on Units switch setting for the entire logging period The peak wind speed is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 1 1A Wind Speed Channel 1 Average This function displays the average wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting for the previous averaging interval The average wind speed is updated at the end of each averaging interval FUNCTION 1 2A Wind Speed Channel 2 Average This function displays the average wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting for the previous averaging interval The average wind speed is updated at the end of each averaging interval FUNCTION 1 3A Wind Speed Channel 3 Average This function displays the average wind speed in miles per hour or meters per second depending on Units switch setting for the previous averaging interval The average wind speed is updated at the end of each averaging interval FUNCTION 2 1 Direction Channel 1 Instantaneous This function displays the present wind direction in degrees The direction is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 2 2 Direction Channel 2 Instantaneous This function displays the present wind direction in degrees The direction is updated every 2 seconds FUNCTION 2 1P Direction of Wind Speed Channel 1 Peak This function displays the wind direction in degrees at the time of the Wind Speed channel 1 peak It uses direction sensor 1 FUNCTION
34. st significant part of the site number using the up arrow and down arrow keys Press the SET key when done to return to the site number display routine VALID SITE NUMBER 0000 to 9999 15 P5 3 MODE CHIP NUMBER Press the right arrow key to enter the chip number set routine To change the chip number press the SET key and the chip number will flash Now use the up arrow and down arrow key to change the number Press the SET key when you have entered the correct number VALID CHIP NUMBER 0 to 99 16 CHECK ALL SETTINGS Using the up arrow down arrow and right arrow keys to check the clock averaging interval site number and DataChip number for accuracy 17 INSTALL DATACHIPS Note Be sure the batteries are fresh before you begin logging data 17 18 START LOGGING To resume logging press and hold the START key The 9200 PLUS will display the size of chips installed in the sockets The display will briefly flash an 8 or 32 or on the left and right side of the display indicating the respective DataChip size 8 being 64Kb same as 8KB 32 being 256Kb same as 32KB and being no chip If no chip is in socket 1 the logger will automatically return you to program mode Otherwise it will display PP followed by the averaging interval units and number of channels selected followed by the number of days left before the chip s fill up After this it will display function 1 1 Wind Speed chann
35. support please contact NRG Systems at TEL 800 448 9463 North America TEL 802 482 2255 FAX 802 482 2272 EMAIL sales Onrgsystems com 25 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TIMEBASE AND CLOCK Timekeeping accuracy 3 minutes per month 2 3 kg 5 lbs 5 kg 10 Ibs 229mm x 191mm 115mm 9 x 7 5 x 4 5 105mm x 508mm x 229mm 12 x 20 x 9 Weathertight Molded fiberglass NEMA Type 4 Type 4X Type 12 and Type 13 Stainless Steel hardware Hasp for padlock Quick release latches 305mm x 305mm x 153mm 12 x 12 x 6 Rain proof Painted 16 ga galvanized steel NEMA Type 3R 9 volt nominal 5 6 volt minimum Less than 200 microamps 0 20 milliamps two 9 volt Alkalines over 6 months Software programmable clock 24 hour time base Automatic leap year adjustment MECHANICAL Instrument Weight Shipping Weight complete Instrument Size HxWxD Shipping Size Enclosure Recommended Steel Shelter Box POWER REQUIREMENTS Battery Voltage Normal Operating Current Battery Life SAMPLING Wind Speed Conversion time count integrated 2 sec 0 1 mph stored 1 mph displayed 1 0 mph 26 Resolution Accuracy Wind Direction 13 milliseconds 2 secs 1 of 256 1 4 deg Conversion Time Sample Time Resolution DATA STORAGE Length of Operation in days DataChip Size 1 8K 2 8K 1 32K 2 32K 14 1 28 2 5677 5 7 0 14 1 28 3 56 7 47 94 189 37 8 1 8K 2 8K 1 32K 2 32K Configuration
36. th A Magnetic direction is expressed in degrees relative to Magnetic North The difference between Magnetic North and True North is referred to as Magnetic Declination Magnetic Declination varies with location The Magnetic Declination of a location is specified as the True direction of Magnetic North For example at NRG in Hinesburg VT a magnetic compass points 15 degrees West of True North so the Magnetic Declination is specified as 15 degrees West To give another example in Davis CA a magnetic compass points 15 degrees East of True North so the Magnetic Declination is specified as 15 degrees East Correcting Magnetic oe al Direction data to True Indicated Direction 5 i of 40 Direction 25 True True Magnetic North orth M Magnetic Declination 15 West Vane Oriented to Magnetic North To obtain a True Direction from a Magnetic Direction for Westerly Magnetic Declinations Subtract the declination angle from the Magnetic Direction To use Hinesburg VT as an example again a Magnetic Direction of 315 degrees is 315 15 300 degrees True A Magnetic Direction of 40 degrees is 40 15 25 degrees True See figure at left 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg Vermont 05461 USA 802 482 2255 800 448 WIND Fax 802 482 2272 ANDECLIN DOC Page 1 of 3 Rev 2 1997 NRG Application Note Systems ET To obtain a True Direction from Indicated Direction True of 320 North Magnetic a Magnetic
37. tions cross True North For example for an indicated wind direction of 350 degrees correcting for Magnetic Declination in Davis CA adds 15 degrees giving 350 15 365 degrees The corrected result is 5 degrees For an indicated direction of 10 degrees correcting for Magnetic Declination in Hinesburg VT gives 10 15 5 degrees The corrected value is 355 degrees you orient your wind direction sensors to True North no correction is needed Set the Magnetic Declination field in your Site information to zero to disable the Magnetic Declination correction 110 Commerce Street Hinesburg Vermont 05461 USA 802 482 2255 800 448 WIND Fax 802 482 2272 ANDECLIN DOC Page 2 of 3 Rev 2 1997 NRG Application Note Systems Using Offsets for Wind Direction Sensors To correct the wind direction data when a direction vane is oriented other than North for any reason use the Offset field in BaseStation or MicroSite Do not use the magnetic declination field for this correction One reason for using this feature is that Potentiometer wind direction sensors such as NRG s Model 200P have a narrow Deadband around 0 degrees indicated direction where the sensor s output does not change When the prevailing wind at a site is from the North you may want to orient the direction sensor to some other direction to shift this Deadband away from the prevailing direction When using the Offset remember that the value you enter is add
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