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- Page 1 ® ® User’s Guide Data Logger & Modules onset ® Part #: MAN-H22 Doc #: 9857-C...
- Page 2 Please read the user’s manual for instructions and use. Contact Information For support, please contact the company that you bought the products from: Onset Computer Corporation or an Onset Authorized Dealer. Onset Computer Corporation 470 MacArthur Blvd.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Cleaning the logger ..........................19 Replacing batteries ..........................20 Verifying logger operation ........................21 Chapter 6: Diagnostics and troubleshooting ..................22 Indicator LED behavior .......................... 22 Problems and solutions .......................... 24 HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... - Page 4 Chapter 7: Reference ..........................26 Detailed specifications ........................... 26 Accessories ............................27 Warranty..............................28 Returns..............................29 Repair Policy ............................30 Contacting Technical Support ........................ 30 Index ................................31 HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
The 15-channel system enables you to quickly and easily perform a broad range of monitoring applications. You can use the HOBO Energy Logger Pro with FlexSmart™ modules, which convert signals from many types of Onset and third-party sensors. You can also use any Smart Sensor that is compatible with the HOBO Weather station or HOBO Micro Station. -
Page 6: Flexsmart Modules
• AC Voltage (with 333 mV output) (T-MAG-SPT) For detailed information on these modules and sensors, including new modules and sensors that may have been introduced after this manual was printed, refer to the Onset website: http://www.onsetcomp.com/solutions/products/energy Smart Sensors The Energy Logger Pro can also accommodate up to six Smart Sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, pressure, current, voltage, pulses, and other properties. -
Page 7: Logger Components
FlexSmart module ports – Up to three FlexSmart modules can be installed on the logger. These can consist of any combination of Analog and TRMS modules. Third-party sensors (available through Onset) are connected to the logger through the terminals on these modules. -
Page 8: Chapter 2: Using The Logger
Tip: Many of these steps refer to HOBOware Pro features and commands. Refer to the HOBOware Pro User’s Guide for detailed information about these functions. Assembling the logger The HOBO Energy Logger Pro is shipped partially assembled. You will need the following items to prepare the logger for use: •... - Page 9 Keyspan™ USB serial adapter (part # CABLE-USB232) to connect the logger to a USB port on your computer. 6. Access the Launch window in HOBOware Pro. In the Launch window, you should see a list of all the Smart Sensors and FlexSmart modules you connected to the logger. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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Page 10: Configuring The Modules
While Smart Sensors are designed and preconfigured for specific purposes, FlexSmart modules are user- configurable to accommodate a wide range of Onset and third-party sensors. To take advantage of this adaptability, HOBOware Pro lets you configure these modules at launch time, or create and save different configurations to be loaded into the modules whenever needed. -
Page 11: Checking Logger Status
Important: Do not relaunch the logger until the data has been recovered. If, after changing the batteries, you are still unable to read out your logger, contact the vendor that sold it to you. It may be possible to retrieve the logged data. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 12: Chapter 3: Understanding The Logger
(If you do not log the internal battery channel, you will not have anything in your datafile to identify the point beyond which the data might be inaccurate.) HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 13: Modules And Sensors
Launch window in HOBOware Pro. Refer to the HOBOware Pro User’s Guide for details. • If you connect a Smart Sensor that has multiple channels (such as temperature and relative humidity), all of its channels will be logged. There is no way to disable them. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 14: Time Accuracy
To reset the logger’s clock: 1. Exit HOBOware Pro and correct the computer’s clock. Then restart HOBOware Pro. 2. Read out the logger, if you have not done so already. 3. Relaunch the logger. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 15: Memory
(Refer to the sensor manual to determine the number of bits each type of sensor uses.) Batteries The HOBO Energy Logger Pro requires eight 1.5V AA batteries. The logger is shipped with eight alkaline batteries, and is also compatible with enhanced alkaline batteries and lithium batteries (Li/FeS... - Page 16 Chapter 3: Understanding the logger Selecting batteries Onset recommends alkaline batteries for most applications because they are inexpensive, can provide more accurate battery status readings in HOBOware Pro, and last longer than similar lithium batteries at moderate temperatures. However, some applications or environments are better suited to other types of batteries. Refer to the following table to determine which type of battery you should use.
- Page 17 Excitation Current (mA) Note: This graph assumes that standard alkaline batteries and three FlexSmart modules are being used. This graph was generated from a spreadsheet that can estimate battery life for varying parameters. Contact Onset Technical Support for more information.
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Page 18: External Power Sources
• External alkaline/lithium battery packs • Optional AC power adapter (Onset part # P-AC-1) There are two ways you can use an external power source: • Battery eliminator mode - In place of the internal batteries. In this mode, the logger can operate on a DC input voltage ranging 8 V –... -
Page 19: Chapter 4: Modules
The Analog module (S-FS-CVIA) is an easy-to-configure, flexible DC signal-conditioning module for the HOBO Energy Logger Pro. This two-channel module 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. - Page 20 The Analog module begins functioning when logging begins. When the module is functioning correctly, the indicator on the module blinks once per logging interval for each configured channel to indicate that a successful measurement has been made. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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Page 21: Trms (Trmsa) Module
The TRMS (true root mean square) module (S-FS-TRMSA) is a configurable, two-channel input measurement module for the HOBO Energy Logger Pro. It has an input range of 512 mV RMS full scale, making it fully compatible with industry-standard current and potential (voltage) transformers (CT and PT), which output 333 mV RMS full scale. - Page 22 Tip: If you will be logging on both of the TRMS module’s channels, you must use a logging interval of two seconds or greater. If you will be logging on only one channel per TRMS module, a one-second logging interval can be used. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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Page 23: Chapter 5: Maintainance
For third-party sensors (even those supplied by Onset), refer to documentation provided by manufacturer. For a fee, Onset can verify the accuracy of any sensor. It may be possible to recalibrate some sensors. Contact Onset Technical Support for details. -
Page 24: Replacing Batteries
4. Install eight new 1.5 V AA batteries, using care to match the polarity marked in the battery compartment. Do not mix battery types. 5. Position the battery compartment door in place and tighten the screw to secure it. Do not over-tighten the screw. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 25: Verifying Logger Operation
Onset include sensor connection instructions, including warmup time (if required). For sensors not supplied by Onset, consult the sensor manufacturer’s datasheet for warmup time requirements. • Many sensors specifications assume that the sensor will be powered continuously, but may be capable of switched operation to conserve battery life. -
Page 26: Chapter 6: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting
If the logger was launched with wrapping disabled, this indicator blinks when less than 25% of memory remains for saving data. The logger will continue to run until all memory is used. If the logger was launched with wrapping enabled, this indicator should not blink. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... - Page 27 There may be an intermittent problem. Try checking the FlexSmart modules and Smart Sensors one at a time to make sure they are all communicating. If you find a bad module or sensor, or if no module or sensor communicates, contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support.
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Page 28: Problems And Solutions
In rare circumstances, the datafile may have become corrupted. Read out the logger again opened and try opening the file again. If that does not work, contact your Onset Authorized Dealer or Onset Technical Support. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... - Page 29 Chapter 6: Diagnostics and troubleshooting Problem Solution Logger is not found Check and replace the batteries, and reconnect the logger. Check communication cable connections. Review the Communication preferences in HOBOware Pro. Check the computer’s COM port/USB settings. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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Page 30: Chapter 7: Reference
Alternatively, an automotive battery or 9-12 V DC regulated Wall Adapter may be used, but it is recommended to remove the internal batteries since they will discharge to the level of the external supply. HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide... -
Page 31: Accessories
Accessories The following accessories can be used with the HOBO Energy Logger Pro. 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 the Onset website: http://www.onsetcomp.com/solutions/products/energy... -
Page 32: Warranty
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. -
Page 33: Returns
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. -
Page 34: Repair Policy
Onset with a valid RMA number for evaluation. Contact Onset for details and pricing. Data-Back Service HOBO Energy Logger Pros store data in non-volatile flash data storage. Onset will, if possible, recover your data to disk. -
Page 35: Index
TRMS module, 2, 17–18, 21, 26, 27 Logging interval, 8, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 21, 24, 26 Warmup, 8, 12, 13, 21, 26 Measurement averaging. See Sampling interval Wrap, 6, 7, 22, 26 HOBO Energy Logger Pro User’s Guide...
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