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1. Errors In data file 55 Ex On LED 52 Excitation 7 Expander cable 69 G Grounding wire 5 Installing 30 H HOBO U30 Station Accessories 64 Cleaning 46 Data channels 6 Maintaining 45 Power 63 Specifications 58 Troubleshooting 53 Index 1 L LEDs 51 Logging LED 4 51 Maintenance 45 Measurement averaging 38 Memory 62 Mounting plates 10 P Plugs 32 R Repair policy 75 Retaining bars 34 Returns 74 Rubber cable channel 31 Rubber plugs 32 S Sampling interval 38 Sensor active LED 4 52 Sensors Adding 47 Connecting to Analog Sensor Port 13 Removing 48 Server USB communication LED 52 Smart Sensor expander 68 Smart Sensor Ports 4 Smart Sensors 2 4 Adding 47 Cable length 6 Mounting 11 Plugging in 11 Removing 48 Replacing 48 Testing 49 Verifying accuracy 46 Solar panel 5 38 64 Specifications 58 Support 76 T Technical Support 76 Time 61 Troubleshooting 53 U USB cable 15 USB port 15 Warm up 38 Warranty 72 Wrap around when full 62 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Index 3 2008 Onset Computer Corporation All rights reserved Onset HOBO and HOBOware are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onset Computer Corporation for its data logger products and configuration interface software All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies Onset Computer Corporation 470 MacArt2. At a constant temperature of 20 C the logger time error could be as much as 35 PPM 21 seconds per week To keep clock drift within your requirements periodic relaunches may be required Worst Case Weather Station Time Error n 6 S 0 LB Z 40 20 4 40 60 a 30 69 Temperature C HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Negative Positive 61 Memory The HOBO U30 Station contains 512K bytes of very reliable non volatile Flash memory which retains data even if power runs out Although the HOBO U30 Station has a rechargeable battery and is designed to be connected to either solar or AC power the data would still be retained even if it were to run out of power If Wrap Around When Full is enabled the oldest data will be overwritten with the newest data and logging will continue indefinitely 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 If you open the launch window with HOBOware Pro and select a logging interval it will provide you with an estimate of when the logger will fill up with the sensor suite that you have installed This is just a way to see how long it takes to fill memory 62 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Power Important Due to
3. 35 Launching the U30 NRC in the Field sss sese eee 36 Chapter Four The Battery scccicscdecsccedensetennnneentecerectaredeceenters 37 HOBO U30 Station NRC Users Guide T Maximizing Battery LTG eee 38 Battery Voltage ss is ecifs d taceehs EE AE DEEE 39 Estimating Battery Life without External Power eee eee 40 Maintaining the Battery resser eksik enke enk eikean Ri 41 Charging a Dead Battery sese eee eee 42 Replacing the Battery ec eeccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneaaees 43 Chapter Five Maintenance se ssseee esse sss esse sse sese essere essere es 45 General Maintenance eee eee eee eee eee cess eee 45 Inspecting the HOBO U30 Station sees eee eee eee eee eee 46 Adding a New Sensor sse eee eee eee eee 47 Removing or Replacing Sensors eee eee eee eee eee eee eee 48 Testing Smart Sengar eee eee eee eee cece eee eee eee eee 49 Chapter Six Troubleshooting ssssssvess vesse sees ees res rese ens 51 LED Rie e iss ieiistes eae teneceed these ered abide aitesaeteiernd atts 51 Problems and Solutions see eee eee eee eee 53 Chapter Severn HRelerenGg svesssess sees sees sees sees sse esse seene 57 Specifications c jv ikaw a ata indai as 58 Time ACCuracy oane e nie alten ieee 61 MOMO Rad eee Al A ee ee Rv eee 62 POW 1 T 63 GOOD HIE siad E E E E 64 Appendix C The Smart Sensor Expander Board 00 65 Accessing the Secondary Cable SOL eee eee eee 65 Installing the Expander Board sse eee eee ee
4. 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 1 second 1 2 months 2 3 months 1 minute 4 6 months 6 months 5 minutes 6 months 6 months HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 39 Estimating battery life when excitation is used must be calculated based upon actual drain current duration and logging frequency If excitation averages more than mA and charging in the field is not possible it is recommended that the 10 AHr S100 battery option be used with the U30 See the Support section at www onsetcomp com for additional information on estimating battery life and selecting the correct size solar panel 40 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Maintaining the Battery The rechargeable battery requires an external power source to work properly The Power section on page 63 explains this in detail as well as how to maximize battery life and how you can expect the HOBO U30 Station to operate at varying voltage levels 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
5. Function Pin Function Left Right 1 Shield 1 Shield 2 Channel 1 Signal 2 Channel 2 Signal 3 Channel 1 Return 3 Channel 2 Return 4 Excitation Voltage 4 Excitation Return Cables Make sure all wires attached to the Analog Sensor Port are routed through the cable access opening 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 Station NRC User s Guide 13 Connecting the Battery Connect the built in battery cable to the battery NOTE As long as your battery has adequate charge you do not need to connect the solar panel or AC adapter for this initial setup test launch WARNING Do not plug in the battery here this is for solar panel or AC adapter Plug in the battery here Connecting the Battery 14 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Connecting the U30 to a Computer To connect to a computer running HOBOware Pro plug the mini B end of the USB cable provide
6. U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Seven Reference This chapter discusses the following reference topics Specifications page 58 Time Accuracy page 61 Memory page 62 Power page 63 Accessories page 64 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 57 Specifications HOBO U30 Station Normal Operating Range 20 to 40 C 4 to 104 F Extended Operating Range 40 to 60 C 40 to 140 F Sensor Inputs 5 standard option to expand to 10 Smart Sensor Compatible with most Onset smart Compatibility sensors except for the S BPA S TMA and S THA See onsetcomp com for the full list of compatible sensors Data Channels Maximum of 15 some sensors use more than one data channel see sensor manual for details Expansion Slot One expansion slot is available for factory installed expansion port Check www onsetcomp com for the latest list of options Local Communication Full Speed USB via USB mini B connector Dimensions 17 8 Hx 11 7 Dx 19 3 Wcm 7 0Hx4 6 D x 7 6 W inches Weight 2 kg 4 lbs 10 oz Materials Outer Enclosure ABS blend with stainless steel hinge pins and bronze inserts Inner Enclosure Polycarbonate with bronze inserts U Bolts Steel with zinc dichromate finish Gaskets Silicone rubber Cable entry channel EPDM rubber Cable entry bars Aluminum with ABS plastic thumb screws Data Storage Memory Nonvolatile flash data sto
7. below the HOBO U30 Station case with the channel s hinged side on the left and the taper facing in All cables and wires should be routed through the cable access opening at this point If you are using the Smart Sensor expander board make sure those cables are routed through the secondary cable access opening NOTE The solar panel or AC adapter cable must be in the leftmost 1 Grease the Cable Channel larger diameter groove Open the channel and lay the cables and wires into the grooves 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 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 of the two halves of the cable channel Tapered side faces in ef Greasing the cable channel Installing Cable Channel HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 31 32 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 3 Press Channel into Case 5 Secure Channel Guide Screw the retaining bars on to the case to secure the channel s The bars a Close the cha
8. even those supplied by Onset refer to documentation provided by the manufacturer For a fee Onset can verify the accuracy of a sensor 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 46 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Adding a New 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 Smart Sensors To add new Smart Sensors 1 Using HOBOware Pro stop the logger from logging 2 Readout the data from the logger IMPORTANT All existing data will be lost when you re launch the logger 3 Plug in 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 Sensor Port 1 Connect the HOBO U30 Station to a computer via the USB cable 2 In HOBOware Pro select Stop Logging 3 Readout the data from the logger IMPORTANT All existing data will be lost when you re launch the logger 4 Connect the new sensors to the Analog Sensor Port 5 Configure Analo
9. or AC Power HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 35 Launching the U30 NRC in the Field When you launch the U30 NRC in the field change your Logging Interval and Launch Options to the actual values you want to use in deployment 1 Connect your notebook computer to the U30 see Connecting the U30 to on page 15 2 Connect the U30 to HOBOware Pro see page 16 3 Click the Launch icon on the toolbar to display the Launch window or from the Main Menu go to Device gt Launch HOBOware Pro File Device Edit View Window Help LELENE Launch device ETE The Launch Logger window appears Logger Type HOBO LID Staton Serisi Number 1237599 Deployment Number Z Battery Levet LA S perou DIES Barrable LO nat Charen A ws E barter votage External Sensors and Mhe 02 Enabled Charnets Attached E 8 4 Teenp RH S THA 1009 S N 1139063 Refresh x lt gt O Wrap Around Whee Ful User Notes Maxum logging iec Logano intervat 0 She 0 Ze 10 Z Se HK 12Min 15 Sec kanann o Logging Duration 20 Days appren bena 19 N loggar lanh R Now 01 23 08 0401 23 PM GMT 05 00 OA Hr 53 Min 40 Sec At interval 01 23 00 04 01 40 PM GMT 05 00 pared Trigger Save Settings CO Save Settings in Logger Dues Not Launch rer T ge launch window red me Cancel TL status 4 Configure Logging Interval and Launch Options as desired See the HOBOware Users Manual for details 5 Click Launch 36 H
10. 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 Close the Status window by clicking OK HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Reading Out the U30 NRC 1 Click the Readout icon on the toolbar to open the Readout window or from the main menu go to Device gt Readout HOBOware Pro File Device Edit View Window Help 3 SS l Readout device When HOBOware Pro asks if you want to stop the logger before reading out click Stop When HOBOware Pro prompts you to save the data file click Save Verify data in Verify data readings in graph 4 Review the data and verify that it is accurate The graph should HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 25 reflect the change in conditions that you caused previously 26 Stop Logging Once you are satisfied everything is working properly stop the logger by clicking the Stop icon on the toolbar or from the main menu go to Device gt Stop After the logger has been stopped the data remains in the logger until the next launch Prepare Logger for deployment You are now ready to deploy the U30 in the field If you are not deploying the system immediately disconnect the battery to save battery power You can also disconnect the sensors for transporting the system to the field HOBO U3
11. 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 The HOBO U30 Station has a 4 volt sealed lead acid 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 Keep in mind that 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 the next section for details on how to maximize battery life HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 63 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 Accessory Onset Part Description 1 2 Watt 6 Volt Solar Panel Solar Panel for sunny locations and or SOLAR 1 2W locations with low data transfer requirements AC Adapter AC U30 110 240 V AC 50 60 Hz AC linear power supply Output 6 Volts DC 2 Amp 5 Input Smart Sensor Optional expander that i
12. will not hold charge it must be replaced Dispose of the old battery per local regulations 42 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Replacing the Battery If the battery is completely dead and recharging it is not an option then follow these steps to replace the battery l 2 3 Disconnect the AC adapter or solar panel 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 Install the new battery with the same orientation and reverse the steps to reassemble 10 Dispose of the old battery per local regulations HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 43 44 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Five Maintenance This chapter includes the following topics e General Maintenance page 45 e Inspecting the HOBO U30 Station page 46 e Adding a New Sensor page 47 e Removing or Replacing Sensors page 48 e Testing Smart Sensors page 49 General Maintenance Onset recommends that you periodically visit the HOBO U30 Station to make sure it is operating as expected data is still being recorded and to readout its data Regular maint
13. 0 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Three Installing the U30 in the Field Tools Required e A notebook computer with HOBOware Pro installed is recommended for launching the U30 after setup s Bladed screwdriver or chisel e Phillips head screw driver e Small flat head screw driver for Analog Sensor Port screw terminals if applicable e Wrench or socket driver e File e Silicone grease e Plugs for unused cable channel holes e Grounding wire HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 27 Procedure Before You Begin Before you head into the field for installing the U30 use the checklist in Appendix C to make sure you have the necessary tools to set up the logger and tripod in the field Steps This procedure assumes that you have performed the preliminary hardware setup and configuration and have performed a pre deployment test see Chapter 2 page 9 l 2 3 10 11 12 28 Setup the Tripod Mount the U30 Install grounding wire optional page 30 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 page 11 Connect Analog Sensors to the Analog Sensor Port if applicable page 13 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 c
14. 30 Station NRC User s Guide 67 Installing the Expander Board Before You Begin If you have not already done so remove the piece covering the Secondary Cable Slot page 65 Steps 1 Insert a 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 NOTE The contacts of the expander jacks should be nearest to the bottom of case as shown below CAUTION Be careful not to trap the battery cable behind the board DO NOT trap battery cable behind expander J PR Screw Screw gt Contacts Installing Smart Sensor Expander Board 68 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Alternate method 1 Place expander without the screws onto the standoffs 2 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 Attach screw to screwdriver Install Expander Cable 1 Plug one end of the supplied expander cable into the rightmost jack of the expander board 2 Plug the other end into the rightmost jack of the built in board Installing expander cable HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 69 70 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Supplementary Information This Chapter includes the following topics e Warranty page 72 e Returns page 74 e Repair Policy page 75 e Contacting Te
15. HOBO U30 NRC No Remote Communication onset User s Guide 2008 Onset Computer Corporation All rights reserved Onset HOBO and HOBOware are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onset Computer Corporation for its data logger products and configuration interface software All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies Onset Computer Corporation 470 MacArthur Blvd Bourne MA 02532 Part MAN U30 NRC Doc D 11866 A Warnings HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD Installing Sensors This logger can be used with sensors that may be installed in an energized electrical enclosure or on an energized conductor Installation of sensors in an energized electrical enclosure or on an energized conductor can result in severe injury or death These sensors are for installation by qualified personnel only To avoid electrical shock do not install or service these sensors unless you are qualified to do so Disconnect and lock out all power sources during installation and servicing Please read the user s manual for instructions and use HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Contact Information For support please contact the company that you bought the products from Onset Computer Corporation or an Onset Authorized Dealer Mailing Address P O Box 3450 Pocasset MA 02559 3450 Phone 1 800 LOGGERS 1 800 564 4377 or 508 759 9500 Fax 508 759 9100 Hours of Operation 8 AM to 5 PM ET Monday thro
16. OBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Four The Battery This chapter includes the following topics e Maximizing Battery Life page 38 e Battery Voltage page 39 e Estimating Battery Life without External Power page 40 e Maintaining the Battery page 41 e Charging a Dead Battery page 42 e Replacing the Battery page 43 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 37 Maximizing Battery Life Battery life will vary with the following factors Sensor excitation current and warm up time Logging interval and sampling interval if applicable selected Number of sensors being used Operating environment e g temperature Size of the solar panel if applicable Quality and quantity of solar light if a solar panel is installed Here are some tips to maximize battery life 38 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 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 Seale
17. Port Specifications Input Channels Two single ended Field Wiring Two or three wire via screw terminals on detachable connector 16 24 AWG Replacement detachable connectors Part of spares kit Part No A FS CVIA 7P 1 Input Range User configurable 0 20 mA DC 0 20 VDC suitable for 2 5 5 10V sensors Minimum Maximum 0 24 VDC Input Voltage Minimum Maximum 0 24 mA DC Input Current Minimum Current Source gt 20 KQ Impedance Accuracy 0 25 of FSR from 50mV to FSV ADC Resolution 12 bits Excitation Power Switched 12 VDC up to 50 mA user selectable warm up from 5msec to 2 minutes 60 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Time Accuracy The internal clock in the HOBO U30 Station is set by the time zone when the logger was launched and it will not change after a spring or fall time change If you want to see the data in HOBOware Pro in the new time change the time zone offset accordingly when you open the data file There are two common sources of 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
18. able for a solar panel or AC adapter through the Primary Cable Slot but do not connect it yet Install the weatherproof cable channel page 31 Connect the battery page 14 Connect the solar panel or AC adapter page 35 Verify that the HOBO U30 Station powers up properly Connect the U30 to a notebook computer page 15 Connect the U30 to HOBOware Pro page 16 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 13 Configure Launch Settings 14 Disconnect the computer from the U30 make sure you remove the USB cable from the U30 15 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 Station NRC User s Guide 29 Installing Grounding Wire You should install the grounding wire if you are using the Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor S WCA MXXX 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 logging alarm sensor active Connect Ground Wire here Connect Grounding Wire 30 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Installing Weatherproof Cable 2 Place Cables in Channel Channel s Hold the channel just
19. actory installed See The Analog Sensor Port Optional on page 7 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 data for years See The Battery on page 37 2 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide HOBO U30 NRC Station Components 1 LEDs 13 Internal Enclosure 2 Logger 12 External Power Supply Connector Solar Panel or AC Adapter 3 Analog Sensor Port 11 Ground Connector 4 USB Port 5 Smart Sensor Expansion Board 10 Battery Connector optional 9 Battery 6 Vent 8 Smart Sensor Ports 7 Cable Access Openings U30 NRC Components HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 3 Component Descriptions Item Description 1 LED 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 see LED Descriptions on page 51 2 Logger The U30 sits inside the outer case 3 Analog Sensor Port This connector is where the optional Analog Sensor Port is factory installed 4 USB port Plug in a USB cable here to connect directly to a computer 5 Smart Sensor Expansion Board 6 Vent This vent allows pressure to equalize inside the en
20. asis or if you need to isolate a Smart Sensor that is generating an error 1 Connect the HOBO U30 Station to the computer 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 Plug one Smart Sensor back in From the Launch dialog in HOBOware Pro check the current reading and make sure it is accurate Repeat with the remaining Smart Sensors HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 49 50 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Six Troubleshooting This chapter includes the following topics e LED Descriptions page 51 e Problems and Solutions page 53 LED Descriptions The indicator LEDs can provide helpful clues as to what the HOBO U30 Station is doing especially when it is not behaving as expected The following table defines LED indications Indicator LED Action Logging Blinking green What it means 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 unless you plan to relaunch If this indicator is not blinking when you believe it should make sure the HOBO U30 Station has been launched Indicator LED Action What it means but the system has recovered There may be a
21. c l Description Ent iption if desired 1 Click the Launch icon on the toolbar to display the Launch eoceipion Euler a deechpnon at dese window Channels to Log Make sure all of the sensors connected to the logger are visible in the Channels to Log pane HOBOware Pro File evi Edit View Window Help 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 F Launch Ctrl L the field you will change this to your desired value for deployment x i 3 Readout Ctrl R Launch Options Select Now 3 Click Launch The Launch Logger window appears The logging ok light on the logger should blink every two seconds during logging Launch Logger ed Logger Type HOBO U30 Station Serial Number 1237599 Deployment Number 2 Battery Level ub J 50 Description Channels to Log Internal Channels Utilities Battery Voltage External Sensors and Modules 02 Enabled Channels Attached Configu 48 bit Temp RH 5 THA XXXX S N 1139063 M ti si i L C Wrap Around When Full Maximum logging interval Logging Interval o S Hr 0 S Min 10 Z Sec 18 Hy 12 Min 15 Sec Sampling Interval oO i Es Logging Duration 20 Days 04 Hr 53 Min 40 Sec Apprax time ta l logger Now 01 23 08 04 01 23 PM GMT 05 00 Launch Options At Interval 01 23 08 04 01 40 PM GMT 05 00 Delayed 1 Trigger Save Sett
22. careful to orient the plates as shown below so that the screw heads are sunk into the screw holes Installing the mounting plates 10 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Connecting Smart Sensors NOTE Connect Smart Sensors before you begin logging with the U30 Smart Sensors plugged in after logging has already begun will be ignored Secondary Cable Slots Before You Begin This procedure assumes that the Smart Sensor Expander Board and connector are already installed See page 65 If you are using the Smart Sensor Expander Board connect sensors to those ports first 1 Run cables for secondary Smart Sensors through the Secondary Cable Opening Secondary Cable Slot HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 11 Primary Cable Slots 1 Run cables for Smart Sensors through the Primary Cable Opening 2 Plug the cables into the primary Smart Sensor ports 2 Plug cables into U 7 the Primary Smart Sensor Ports 1 Feed cables through Primary Cable Slot 12 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Connecting Analog Sensors Refer to the sensor documentation for sensor connection details and use the pin out diagram below to connect a two or three wire sensor or transducer to the module s terminals To make the connection 1 Loosen the screw for each pin on the connector 2 Insert the appropriate wire See Pin Out below 3 Tighten the screw Analog Port Pin Out Pin
23. chnical Support page 76 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 71 Warranty As part of Onset s ongoing efforts to provide 100 customer satisfaction our Continuing Engineering Group constantly monitors and evaluates all of our products and software In the unlikely event any significant defect is found Onset will notify you If you find a defect please e mail us at loggerhelp onsetcomp com Onset Computer Corporation Onset warrants to the original end user Purchaser for a period of one year from the date of original purchase that the HOBO product s purchased will be free from defect in material and workmanship During the warranty period Onset will at its option either repair or replace products that prove to be defective in material or workmanship This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by the Purchaser as a result of improper maintenance abuse misuse mishandling misapplication error or negligence of Purchaser or if there has been an unauthorized alteration attachment or modification THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES BEYOND THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IN NO EVENT SHALL ONSET BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS CONTRACT OR OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS CONTRACT INCLUDING BREACH OF WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY LIMITATION OF LIABILITY The Purchaser s s
24. closure 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 7 Cable access openings All cables and wires are routed through a protective rubber cable channel placed in this opening If you are using the optional expander board for additional Smart Sensors you will need to use both cable access openings See Accessing the Secondary Cable on page 65 8 Smart Sensor ports Connect up to five Smart Sensors in these RJ 12 jacks Use one port to connect the optional expander board for additional Smart 4 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 9 Battery 10 Battery connector 11 Ground connector 12 External power supply 13 Internal enclosure Sensors A 4 volt sealed lead acid SLA battery is located behind the internal enclosure Plug in the 4 volt sealed lead acid battery here Plug in grounding wire here to ground the system Systems that are installed on roofs or other exposed locations should be grounded 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 This provides a second weatherproof housing f
25. d Lead Acid will self discharge The hotter the battery gets the faster it will self discharge At 20 C the battery loses about 20 of its capacity in 6 months but at 50C it loses more than 50 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 25 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 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 The following chart explains what occurs at various voltage levels The voltage used in determining behavior is based on a 20 minute average Battery voltage Details 4 3 to 4 5 volts The battery is being charged 4 3 volts The battery is fully charged Level at which the HOBO U30 Station will perform a 6 volt i i SO safe shutdown and logging will stop Use the AC adapter to recharge the battery leave it plugged in for twelve hours Plug the battery in Plug the solar panel back in You may want to do a full readout before re launching to be sure you have all the data from the logger Estimating Battery Life wit
26. d into the USB port on the HOBO U30 Station and connect the A end to the USB port in your computer USB Port 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 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 15 Connecting the U30 to HOBOware Pro To connect the U30 to HOBOware Pro 1 Launch HOBOware Pro 2 From the Device menu select Select Device HOBOware Pro Edit view Window Help Launch Ctrl L J Readout Ctrl R A Status Ctrl I Stop Ctrl K Manage Shuttle Ctrl Shift M Configure Modules Ports Ctrl Shift C Control Relay gt Ctrl N 16 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 3 In the Select Device pane click in the circle next to the desired device name and then click OK Select Device Device Communication Preference USB and Serial devices Attached Onset Devices rp HOBO U30 Station S N 1216485 ei comi mann To select a device to communicate with choose it from the list above and press OK When the device is recognized by HOBOware Pro the status bar at the bottom of the HOBOware Pro window will show the connected d
27. e eee 68 iv HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Supplementary Information sssssss esse sss ee esse esse ee sss cesses reenn e ee 71 UT Ta 72 Si T T T 74 Repair aa 75 Contacting Technical Support sese eee eee 76 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter One Overview Introduction 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 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 Station NRC User s Guide Key Features Automatic Detection of Smart Sensors The HOBO U30 Station automatically recognizes Smart Sensors simply plug 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 Optional Analog Sensor Port The HOBO U30 Station can be optionally configured with an Analog Sensor Port which includes two user configurable inputs that 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 Port is f
28. enance 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 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 45 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 condition 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 It is recommended that you wipe off any water on the outside of the HOBO U30 case before opening it Maintain sensors as recommended in their user manual 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
29. evice and indicate Ready Ready Dev HOBO U30 Station S N 1216485 1 device connected You can now begin configuring or monitoring the device HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 17 Configuring the Analog Sensor Port This topic provides the basic steps for configuring the analog sensor port See the HOBOware User Guide for complete details Steps To configure an Analog Sensor Port perform the following steps 1 From the Device menu choose Configure Modules Ports HOBOware Pro File PSA Edit View Window Help E Launch Ctrl L b ooh J Readout Ctrl R P 1 Status Ctrl I Stop CTE Manage Shuttle Ctrl Shift M Configure Modules Ports Ctrl Shift C E Select Device Ctrl N Default Action The Select Channel to Configure dialog will appear showing all configurable Analog Sensors attached to the U30 Station Select Channel to Configure Attached Configurable Modules Ports Analog Channel 91 U30 CVIA xX S N 30 Click to see channels all o OOF CJ 2 Click on the sign to expand the entry and show the channels 18 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 3 Select a channel and then click the Configure button NOTE The default channel names are just place holders 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 You can change the name and mea
30. g Sensor Port for the new sensor 6 Re launch the logger The new sensors should start recording measurements HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 47 Removing or Replacing Sensors 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 48 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Testing Smart Sensors Use HOBOware Pro if you need to verify the accuracy of the Smart Sensors which is recommended on a yearly b
31. hout 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 10 AHr Battery S100 Approximately The battery is too low to safely be charged with the 3 0 volts 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 Important Do not re launch 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
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33. ings O Save Settings in Logger Does Not Launch C Skip launch window next time HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 21 22 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Checking the U30 Status 1 From the main menu go to Device gt Status to open the Status window The Status window appears showing the status of the logger and the HOBOware Pro File PEIR Edit Launch J Readout attached sensors Status Device Identification hp Device Manufacturer Description Serial Number Firmware Version HOBO U30 Station Onset Computer Corp Test Launch 1237599 v1 007 v2 001 Device Details View Window Help SH k Ctrl R Ctrl I Ctrl K amp Battery Level Memory Used Wrap Around When Full Wrap Count Current Status Last Launched Delayed Start Deployment Number Logging Interval Sampling Interval NANNAN Disabled 0 Launched Logging Relay is open 01 23 08 04 07 45 PM GMT 05 00 01 23 08 04 07 47 PM GMT 05 00 2 Oh Om 10s Off Current Readings Screen Refresh Interval 5 sec Ja Number Measurement alue 1 Temperature 73 15 2 RH 35 25 3 Dew Point Requires Temp and RH 44 1 4 Solar Radiation 0 6 5 Logger s Battery Voltage 4 098 Warning Current Readings are the last logged value Units Location Help HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Verify Sensor Readings Change the sensor
34. n NRC User s Guide The Analog Sensor Port Optional 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 to full scale FS Sensors connected to this Analog Sensor Port can be configured in HOBOware Pro software Configuration options include channel names scaling parameters and excitation power 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 Functional block diagram Excitation Channel Input Input Protection Current Sensing Channel Retum Analog Sensor Port Functional Block Diagram HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 7 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Chapter Two Initial Setup and Test Procedure Before you take the U30 Station into the field fo
35. n 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 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 Blinking orange There was a communication failure HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 51 Sensor Active Blinking Smart Sensor network communications are occurring USB Blinking There is active communication from Communication the HOBO U30 Station to the computer Analog Sensor Blinking green The Analog Sensor Port is making a Port Active measurement Analog Sensor Blinking orange Excitation has been turned on for Port Ex On the Analog Sensor Port Tip 52 The indicators are very faint un indicators appear to be blinking shield the logger from the light and check the indicators again der direct sunlight If no HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Problems and Solutions The following chart lists common problems you may encounter with the HOBO U30 Station and solutions Problem Solution No status The logger has no
36. ncreases the number Expansion Option of Smart Sensor inputs from 5 to 10 S ADAPT X5 10 1 to 2 Smart Sensor splitter Optional splitter expands one smart sensor S ADAPT 5 port into two 64 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Appendix C The Smart Sensor Expander Board Accessing 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 L Primary Cable Access L Secondary Cable Access v Steps 1 Make sure the HOBO U30 Station is turned off and all cables are disconnected 2 Use a hammer 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 bay Accessing secondary cable slot HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 65 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 Remove Flap 4 Peel away any residual material Removing residual material 66 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 5 File any rough edges For best results the surfaces in the cable access opening should be smooth so that the rubber cable channel gasket will seal Filing rough edges HOBO U
37. ned to you Note For third party sensors Onset is acting as a distributor manufacturer s warranty and repair replacement information if any is in documentation provided with the sensors 74 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Repair Policy Products that are returned after the warranty period or are damaged by the customer as specified in the warranty provisions can be returned to Onset with a valid RMA number for evaluation Contact Onset for details and pricing Data Back Service The HOBO U30 Station stores data in non volatile flash data storage Onset will if possible recover your data to disk Tune Up Service Onset will examine and retest any logger or sensor ASAP Repair Policy For an additional charge Onset will expedite the repair of a returned product HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 75 Contacting Technical Support If you have questions about your HOBO logger contact the company where you purchased it either Onset Computer Corporation or an Onset Authorized Dealer Contact information for Onset Computer Corporation is located at the beginning of this manual Before calling Technical Support You can evaluate and often solve the problem yourself by taking the following steps e Check the Diagnostics and troubleshooting chapter of this guide and online technical support at www onsetcomp com Common problems and solutions are listed in those locations e Write down the events that led to the
38. nnel making sure the cables wires and any plugs should be dat against die wise remain in their grooves Finger tighten only Do not use a screwdriver to tighten the thumb screws You may need a screwdriver to loosen them after time in the To reduce the amount of excess cable in the case especially when field several Smart Sensors are connected gently pull the cables toward you as you press the channel into place b Press the channel into the opening Tighten knobs clock wise Press the channel in until it is flush with the outside of the case When fully seated the channel will project slightly into the inside of the case H ae Retaining bars installed Channel pressed into case 4 Ifyou are using the Smart Sensor expander board then repeat these steps with the second cable channel Use the larger plug for the leftmost hole if necessary HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 33 34 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Connect Solar Panel or AC Power Connect a Solar Panel or AC Power as shown below IMPORTANT Make sure you run the cable through the Primary Cable Slot before you install the weatherproof cable channel Important If at any 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 disconnecting the solar panel or AC adapter Connect Solar Panel or AC Adapter here Connecting Solar Panel
39. ole remedy and the limit of Onset s liability for any loss whatsoever shall not exceed the Purchaser s price of the product s The determination of suitability of products to the specific needs of the Purchaser is solely the Purchaser s responsibility THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES BEYOND THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY IN THIS DOCUMENT EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NO INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY ONSET ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY OFFERED WITH THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT 72 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide INDEMNIFICATION Products supplied by Onset are not designed intended or authorized for use as components intended for surgical implant or ingestion into the body or other applications involving life support or for any application in which the failure of the Onset supplied product could create or contribute to a situation where personal injury or death may occur Products supplied by Onset are not designed intended or authorized for use in or with any nuclear installation or activity Products supplied by Onset are not designed intended or authorized for use in any aeronautical or related application Should any Onset supplied product or equipment be used in any application involving s
40. or the electronics in the HOBO U30 Station There is no need to ever open this and opening it will void the warranty HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Smart Sensors Smart Sensor 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 Limitations 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 6 HOBO U30 Statio
41. ors are random and usually single points They cause the Logging LED to blink orange Persistent errors are multiple points in a row and cause the Logging LED to blink red Intermittent errors can occur from a variety of causes such as RF interference Nearby lightning strikes Moisture on the sensor electronics A loose connection Persistent errors are typically caused by a complete sensor failure usually resulting from a cut cable disconnected sensor faulty extension cable or sensor housing flooding The sensor most likely needs to be replaced Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Data file is missing data for a sensor Check that the sensor is properly installed and configured Remove and reconnect the sensor and check the status in HOBOware Pro to verify that it can report accurate readings Make sure it is located at least one foot away from the station case two feet away if it is the Leaf Wetness Smart Sensor If you find that it is not communicating it may be damaged Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Data file cannot be opened In rare circumstances the data file may have become corrupted Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support Device is not found when connected to HOBOware Pro Check USB cable connections Check the computer s COM port USB settings HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 55 56 HOBO
42. ot hold any charge i e it quickly fails even after a full 12 hour charge you may need to replace the battery Contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support The logger uses very durable high capacity Flash memory With this memory data is retained even when the battery runs out of charge Important 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 you It may be possible to retrieve the logged data Only some of the installed sensors are logging Check for a loose connection Ifusing the Smart Sensor Expander board make sure it is connected to the built in Smart Sensor board with the expander cable Make sure you have not exceeded 100 meters 328 ft of network cable for all Smart Sensors 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 serial numbers will be ignored and their data will not be recorded 54 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Problem Data file contains errors a value of 888 888 Solution The solution depends on whether the error is intermittent or persistent Intermittent err
43. problem s If you contact Technical Support at Onset Computer Corporation or an Onset Authorized Dealer please indicate that you need technical support for HOBO products Be prepared to provide the following information A data file showing any anomalies This is the most important information you need to provide The part number and serial number of the logger and sensors used and the configuration being used The software version number Details on the hardware and software configuration of your computer including the manufacturer model number peripherals and operating system version A description of the environment in which the logger and sensors are deployed A complete description of the problem or question With this detailed information Technical Support can provide a faster and more accurate response 76 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Index A AC Adapter 5 Accessories 64 Active LED 52 Alarm LED 4 Analog Sensor Port 2 4 7 13 Adding sensors 47 Cable requirements 13 Functional block diagram 7 Removing sensors 48 Specifications 60 Battery 2 14 Charging 42 Replacing 43 Battery connector 5 Battery life Maximizing 38 Without external power 40 Battery voltage 39 C Cable access opening 31 Cable channel 4 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Installing 31 Cable length 6 Channels 6 D Data channels 6 Dead battery 42 E
44. r deployment you should perform some preliminary hardware assembly configuration and testing 1 Access Secondary Cable Slot page 65 if applicable If you ordered a Smart Sensor Expander Board and you will be using those ports now you must remove the covering on the Secondary Cable Slot 2 Install Mounting Plates page 10 3 Connect Smart Sensors page 11 and Analog Sensors page 13 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 Battery page 14 Connect U30 to a computer page 15 Run HOBOware and select the U30 page 16 Configure the Analog Sensor Port page 18 Launch the U30 page 21 eS ON Oo Check the U30 Status page 23 10 Readout the U30 page 25 11 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 Station NRC User s Guide Installing the Mounting Plates Screw the mounting plates onto the back of the HOBO U30 Station case using a Phillips head screwdriver Be
45. rage 512K bytes local storage Memory Modes Stop when full wrap around when full Operational Indicators Up to six depending upon options status 58 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide HOBO U30 Station lights provide basic diagnostics Logging Interval 1 second to 18 hours user specified interval Battery Type 4 Volt 4 5 AHr or 10 AHr Rechargeable sealed lead acid Rechargeable Battery Typical 3 5 years depending upon Service Life conditions of use Operation within the extended operating range but outside the normal range will reduce battery service life Time Accuracy 0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and 5 seconds per week at 25 C 77 F Environmental Rating Weatherproof enclosure tested to NEMA 6 Requires proper installation of cable channel system Mounting 3 8 cm 1 5 inch mast or wall mount Enclosure Access Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for securing with user supplied padlocks Sensor Network Cable Length 100 m 328 ft maximum External Power External power is required The system optionally accepts the following Onset solar panels see the next section SOLAR 1 2W SOLAR 3W SOLAR 6W Alternatively it accepts an AC power adapter AC U30 C Specification Approval pending HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 59 Optional Analog Sensor
46. surement type of the channel in the Configure Channel pane Channel Location Channel Number Channel Name 1 Vokage Loc 123KYZ EREE 2 Current Loc rereeneneerenenneneneatenen HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 19 The Configure Channel window appears 5 Configure Channel Channel Info Module Name Analog Channel Firmware Version 1 4 Serial Number 30 Channel Number 2 Channel Name v Excitation Power No Excitation Power Set Excitation Power Measurement Type Current i Scaled Value 1 Value 2 Change any configurable parameters as required Channel Name You can select Current or Voltage or enter a custom label to represent the type of measurement the sensor is taking For example if you are connecting a level sensor you could make the Channel Name Level Excitation Power See the HOBOware User Manual for details Measurement Type Select desired type corresponding to the sensor output If you change the default Channel Name make sure you the Measurement Type to match Scaling Parameters Select the unit to be scaled and then map values to new units as required See the HOBOware User Manual for details Click Configure to send the configuration to the port The Analog Sensor Port is now configured and you can launch the U30 20 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Launching the U30 NRC 2 Complete fields as required f
47. t have been launched launch indicators are logger with HOBOware blinking 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 Check the status with HOBOware Pro Make sure the battery power is not too low The memory may be full Read out the logger and re launch You may also want to enable Wrap Around When Full so that the HOBO U30 Station can continuously log and overwrite oldest data See the Launching section You need to stop Connect to the HOBO U30 Station to a USB cable and logging stop logging with HOBOware Pro Or unplug the solar panel or AC adapter and then unplug the battery You will need to re launch the logger to resume logging Too much battery Make sure the solar panel is large enough for your power is being application and that it is installed properly and used functioning That should provide enough power to recharge the battery during the day Or use the AC adapter to recharge the battery See Maximizing Battery Life on page 38 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 53 Problem The power has run out Solution Try recharging the battery by connecting the AC Adapter for 12 hours Ifthe HOBO U30 Station is completely dead below 3 5 volts you will need to charge the battery with an external battery charger or power supply or replace it See page 41 for details Ifthe battery will n
48. 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 after 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 both tasks are described below 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 HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 41 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
49. ugh Friday E mail loggerhelp onsetcomp com Main Onset Web site www onsetcomp com If you purchased the products through an Onset Authorized Dealer you can also refer to www hobohelp com for support information ii HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide Contents Warnings TT i Contact INTOFMMAION asarrea TTT ji Chapter One OVervV EW ssanssssnsnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnana 1 sees ssar a A EAA 1 Key T 2 HOBO U30 NRC Station Components sese ee e eee 3 SMart Sensors ici arein mien eed Maeve 6 The Analog Sensor Port Optional sese eee eee eee 7 Chapter Two Initial Setup and TeSt ccssecceseeesseeesseeeeeees 9 PIOCCCUIC antedate sieved anar o EE NEE A ESSER 9 Installing the Mounting Plates sese eee eee eee eee 10 Connecting Smart Sensa0ra eee ee eee eee 11 Connecting Analog Sensors eee ee eee 13 Connecting the Battery eee eee 14 Connecting the U30 to a Computer sese ee ee eee ee 15 Connecting the U30 to HOBOware BrO sese eee eee 16 Configuring the Analog Sensor Port sese ee ee 18 Launching the U30 NBC sese eee 21 Checking the U30 Saus sees eee ereer 23 Reading Out the U30 NRC sees 25 Chapter Three Installing the U30 in the Field 00 27 POCCCUIC osne cohen tyeteted E ye cod EaR adhd Sethe eds 28 Installing Grounding Wire see eee eee eee eee eee eee 30 Installing Weatherproof Cable Channel S ccccceseeeees 31 Connect Solar Panel or AC Power eee
50. urgical implant or ingestion life support or where failure of the product could lead to personal injury or death or should any Onset supplied product or equipment be used in or with any nuclear installation or activity or in or with any aeronautical or related application or activity Purchaser will indemnify Onset and hold Onset harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the product and or equipment in such manner LEGAL REMEDIES This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction The remedies provided herein are in lieu of all other remedies express or implied HOBO U30 Station NRC User s Guide 73 Returns Please direct all warranty claims to the place of purchase Before returning a failed unit directly to Onset you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number from Onset You must provide proof that you purchased the Onset product s directly from Onset purchase order number or Onset invoice number Onset will issue an RMA number that is valid for 30 days You must ship the product s properly packaged against further damage to Onset at your expense with the RMA number marked clearly on the outside of the package Onset is not responsible for any package that is returned without a valid RMA number or for the loss of the package by any shipping company Loggers must be clean before they are sent back to Onset or they may be retur
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