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Instruction Manual
GPRS / UMTS Data Logger NivuLink Micro
Revised Manual
I n s t r u m e n t a t i o n
NIVUS GmbH • Im Taele 2 • 75031 Eppingen, Germany • Internet: www.nivus.com
Phone: +49 (0)7262 9191-0 • Fax: +49 (0)7262 9191-999 • E-mail: info@nivus.com
F o r
W a t e r
I n d u s t r y
Document revision: 02 / 13.11.2018
Original Manual: German, rev 02 as of 13.11.2018

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  • Page 1 F o r W a t e r I n d u s t r y NIVUS GmbH • Im Taele 2 • 75031 Eppingen, Germany • Internet: www.nivus.com Phone: +49 (0)7262 9191-0 • Fax: +49 (0)7262 9191-999 • E-mail: info@nivus.com...
  • Page 2 INCHEON, Korea 406-840 www.nivus.de Phone: +82 32 209 8588 Fax: +82 32 209 8590 korea@nivus.com NIVUS Sp. z o.o., Polen www.nivus.com ul. Hutnicza 3 / B-18 PL - 81-212 Gdynia NIVUS Vietnam Phone: +48 (0) 58 7602015 Fax: +48 (0) 58 7602014 21 Pho Duc Chinh, Ba Dinh, biuro@nivus.com...

  • Page 3: Copyrights And Property Rights

    Copyrights and property rights Copyrights and property rights This document and its contents are proprietary to NIVUS GmbH and are not to be repro-duced or copied without the express written permission of NIVUS GmbH. Violations oblige to compensation. Important Note This manual may exclusively - even in parts - be copied or translated in any other way with the express written consent of NIVUS GmbH.

  • Page 4: Change History

    Instruction Manual NivuLink Micro Change History Rev. Date Changes Editor 13.11.2018 Chapter 7.4.2 25.10.2018 New document page 4 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Storing ...................18 Transportation ...............18 Return ...................18 Principle of operation Product specification Overview ................20 Device identification ..............22 Device status .................22 Pin assignment ..............22 5.4.1 Battery ................22 5.4.2 External power supply ............23 5.4.3 Universal inputs ..............23 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 5...
  • Page 6 Notes to the user ..............42 General principles ..............42 Using the NivuLink Micro configuration tool ......43 7.4.1 Splash screen for the NivuLink Micro configuration tool ..44 7.4.2 Connect configuration tool with the NivuLink Micro ....46 7.4.3 Basic settings ..............47 7.4.4 Modem settings ..............50 7.4.5 Measurement channels .............51...
  • Page 7 8.3.2 Sensors ................56 Spare parts and accessories Spare parts ................57 Accessories ................57 Dismantling / Disposal 10.1 Disassembling / disposing of the NivuLink Micro ....58 10.2 Dispose of batteries ...............58 Use cases 11.1 Level monitoring in a closed vessel ........59 11.2 Level monitoring at a stormwater overflow tank with max.

  • Page 8: General

    READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE! KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR LATER REFERENCE! Important Note This instruction manual is part of the NivuLink Micro and must always be available for the user. The safety instructions in the manual must be followed.

  • Page 9: Signs And Definitions Used

     Cross Reference Reference to further or detailed information. >Text< Parameter or Menu Indicates a parameter or a menu that is se- lected or described. Reference to Docu- Refers to accompanying documentation. ment NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 9...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Important Note Contains information that should be highlighted. Indicates a potentially damaging situation which can result in a damage of the product or an object in its environment. Note Contains information and facts. page 10 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 11: Warning Notices On The Product (Option)

    2.1.2 Safeguards and Precautions Working with NIVUS instruments requires to observe and to follow the safety measures and precautions below generally and at any time. These notes and warnings will not be repeated for each description within the document.
  • Page 12 The operator is responsible for protecting plugs and connectors from dirt, dust and moisture, and for complying with the local health and safety regulations. page 12 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 13: Safety And Precautionary Measures For Gsm/Gprs Modems

    2 Safety 2.1.3 Safety and precautionary measures for GSM/GPRS modems The GSM/GPRS modem is located on the NivuLink Micro card. Please observe the following warnings and notes when installing, operating, servicing and repairing a GSM/GPRS modem: Important Note The NivuLink Micro may be installed only by a suitably qualified technician who applies recognized installation techniques for RF transmitters;...

  • Page 14: Liability Disclaimer

    All operations on the device which go beyond installation or connection measures in principle shall be carried out by NIVUS staff or personnel authorised by NIVUS due to reasons of safe-ty and guarantee.

  • Page 15: Use In Accordance With The Requirements

    The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage resulting from im- proper use. The user alone bears any risk. The GPRS/UMTS data logger NivuLink Micro comprises a cyclical data scan, a data storage function and remote date transmsission to a server.

  • Page 16: Shutdown Procedures

    • Cleaning (cleansing agents and disposal) Connections Operators shall make sure prior to operating the instrument that during installation and initial start-up the local regulations (such as regulations for electrical connection) are observed. page 16 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 17: Personnel Requirements

    Education and instruction according to the standards of safety engineering regarding the maintenance and use of adequate safety equipment. III. First aid training NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 17...

  • Page 18: Shipping, Storage And Transportation

    NIVUS homepage. The RMA no. must be specified. Please call the hot- line+49 (0)7262 9191-841 for the RMA no. • In case of a required reshipment return the unit at customer cost to NIVUS GmbH in Eppingen using the original packaging. Insufficiently franked shipments will not be accepted.

  • Page 19: Principle Of Operation

    This server can be accessed with a client, where a web browser is installed. The data can also be read with the NIVUS DataHub software that is installed on a client and output as a csv file or as csv files. The NivuLink Micro is configured via this link, as well.

  • Page 20: Product Specification

    Instruction Manual NivuLink Micro Product specification 5.1 Overview Lock Cover Enclosure SMA connector Holes for wall mounting Cable glands Fig. 5-1: NivuLink Micro: Exterior view page 20 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...
  • Page 21 Cable glands Card holder for nano-SIM card Jack for external power supply Battery jack RS232/485 port Button for configuration mode Status LEDs Micro USB socket 10 Terminal strip Fig. 5-2: NivuLink Micro: Interior view NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 21...

  • Page 22: Device Identification

    The instructions contained within this manual are valid only for the type of device specified on the title page. The device label for the NivuLink Micro is attached to the outside of the enclosure and contains the following information: •...

  • Page 23: External Power Supply

    8 to 30 V DC 5.4.3 Universal inputs Pin assignments Terminal strip Fig. 5-4: NivuLink Micro terminal strip Take off the terminal strip by lifting it up. You can then see the pin assignments on the board. PIN assignments on the terminal strip: Assignment...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    Resolution: 1 g Temperature inside enclosure Range: -40 to +85 °C Resolution: 1 °C Humidity in enclosure Range: 0 to 100% rH Resolution: 0.004% rH Data storage up to 10 million cycles Data protocol TCP/IP page 24 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 25: Installation

    For electric installation the local regulations in the respective countries (in Germany e. g. VDE 0100) must be referred to. Before powering the device / inserting the battery, fully check the NivuLink Micro installation and sensors, and ensure everything is correct. This device should only be installed by professional and suitabley trained technicians.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Place Of Installation

    6.2.1 Selecting the place of installation Be aware of the following when deciding where to install the NivuLink: Important Das NivuLink Micro is not approved for use in closed channels. Important Note Do not use the NivuLink Micro − in hospitals and / or near medical devices, like pacemakers or hearing aids −...

  • Page 27: Enclosure Dimensions

    6 Installation 6.2.2 Enclosure Dimensions Fig. 6-1: Enclosure dimensions of the NivuLink Micro in mm NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 27...

  • Page 28: Installing The Nivulink Micro

    Fig. 6-2: Installation holes  Procedure: • Tightly screw the NivuLink Micro through the holes in the enclosure (1) to a suitable surface, like a wall. page 28 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 29: Fitting The Antenna

    6.3.1 Safety precautions for fitting the antenna WARNING Risk of injury from electric shock − Before connecting the antenna, power off the NivuLink Micro. Important − Use only antennas that are supplied, or recommended by the manufactur- − The antenna must be at least 20 cm away from people.

  • Page 30: Open / Close The Nivulink Micro Enclosure

    CAUTION Water damage to device − To best protect NivuLink Micro against moisture, open the cover from above if it is raining or if you are in a place where water might enter the de- vice. 1. If you are using an external power supply or a charger, disconnect them from the NivuLink Micro 2.
  • Page 31 Tighten the screws with 1.50 Nm torque. 4. Insert screws (2) and tighten with 1.50 Nm torque 5. Tightly press lock (1) against the enclosure until it snaps into place.  The lock is closed NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 31...

  • Page 32: Insert / Change The Nano-Sim Card

     You will need the PIN to configure the modem, see Sect. 7.4.3 “Basic settings”. Put / replace the nano-SIM card in the NivuLink Micro  Procedure 1. Open the NivuLink Micro enclosure, as described in 6.4 "Open / close the NivuLink Micro enclosure"...

  • Page 33: Electrical Installation

    6.6 Electrical installation 6.6.1 Safety notes on cabling WARNING Risk of electric shock − Before connecting the sensors / actuators, power off the NivuLink Micro. − Only connect cables when they are de-energized. WARNING Risk of disturbance due to electrical interference −...

  • Page 34: Notes On Cabling

    Important Note Before initial startup: Close any unused cable glands with a suitable plug. Otherwise, the protection rat- ing for the NivuLink Micro is not guaranteed and the manufacturer's warranty is void. page 34 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 35: Connecting The Sensors / Actuators

    / actuators. Up to 4 sensors / actuators can be connected to the NivuLink Micro as per these wiring diagrams. Fig. 6-5: Connecting a 2-wire probe to the NivuLink Micro Fig.
  • Page 36 Instruction Manual NivuLink Micro Fig. 6-7: Connecting an active 4-20 mA output to the NivuLink Micro Fig. 6-8: Connecting a non-isolated contact to the NivuLink Micro page 36 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 37: Typical Wiring Schemes

    For the colors of the cables and cores, please refer to the user manuals for the sensors / actuators. Fig. 6-9: Connecting 2 x 2-wire probes to the NivuLink Micro Fig. 6-10: Connecting 4 x 2-wire probes to the NivuLink Micro NivuLink Micro - Rev.
  • Page 38 Instruction Manual NivuLink Micro Fig. 6-11: Connecting 4 x active 4-20 mA outputs to the NivuLink Micro Fig. 6-12: Connecting 4 contacts to the NivuLink Micro page 38 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 39: Connecting Sensor / Actuator

    Please follow the safety notes in Sect. 6.6.1 "Safety notes on cabling" Steps 1 and 2 are necessary only if the NivuLink Micro is already in service and you want to make some changes to its function / the sensors.

  • Page 40: The Nivulink Micro Power Supply

    NivuLink Micro 6.6.4 The NivuLink Micro power supply The NivuLink Micro can be powered with a battery or a power supply unit. Important Note If the modem is switched off, the device can be powered via the USB port. If the modem is switched on, an additional power source, like a battery or an external charger, must be connected.

  • Page 41: Connect / Remove Battery

    6.4 "Open / close the NivuLink Micro enclosure" 2. Insert battery into battery socket  All 3 LEDs light up, the NivuLink Micro is powered on. 3. Close the NivuLink Micro enclosure, as described in 6.4 "Open / close the NivuLink Micro enclosure"...

  • Page 42: Initial Startup

    Initial startup 7.1 Initial startup of system We recommend that the NivuLink Micro is operated first in the office before it is permanently fitted on site. Create a data point during initial operation for operation later on site on the Device-to-web server (see "User manual for device-to-web server"...

  • Page 43: Using The Nivulink Micro Configuration Tool

    7 Initial startup 7.4 Using the NivuLink Micro configuration tool To configure the NivuLink Micro you will need the NivuLink Micro configuration tool software. You can download the NivuLinkMicro configuration tool in the NIVUS Download center. Follow the installation instructions to install the NivuLink Micro configuration tool on your system.

  • Page 44: Splash Screen For The Nivulink Micro Configuration Tool

    Opens a drop-down menu where the configuration level can be selected: Normal: Standard screen with the standard options Extended: Extended screen with other options Service: Service screen. This screen can only be opened by NIVUS Service technicians Opens the drop-down menu to select the language for the configuration tool: German / English.
  • Page 45 The button transmits the configuration to the NivuLink Micro and restarts the NivuLink Micro. Important Note If a configuration is transmitted to the NivuLink Micro, a battery or an external charger must be connected. Button Save configuration as file The button opens the File Manager to select the storage location for the con- figuration and to store it in the format *.nlu.

  • Page 46: Connect Configuration Tool With The Nivulink Micro

    LED goes off. computer 2. Connect the NivuLink Micro with the Plug the USB cable into the USB ports in the NivuLink Micro and in the computer page 46 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 47: Basic Settings

    The extended view mode shows the Modem settings option as a separate tab. Device name Enter the device name here. This is the name with which the NivuLink Micro identifies itself with the communication hub. NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...
  • Page 48 Operation mode The drop-down menu for the operating mode is available here with the options • Interval: The NivuLink Micro goes into sleep mode after every scan to save en- ergy. The data are transmitted after the configured transmission interval. •...
  • Page 49 The modem settings for operation with the nano-SIM card are made here. The drop-down menu opens to allow you to select one of the defaults NIVUS card / Telekom / Vodafone: The next fields 2 – 4 are filled automati- cally...

  • Page 50: Modem Settings

    The broker is the counterpart (server) to which the data are transmited from the NivuLink Micro. Drop-down menu to select the server to which data from NivuLink Micro are to be sent. Options: NIVUS server and Own server. Choosing Own server enables input fields 2 –...

  • Page 51: Measurement Channels

    Internal channels: This option is enabled only in the Service screen. External channels Configure the external sensors here. The NivuLink Micro has 4 universal inputs. Each universal input is configured in one double line. Enable / disable the input Entry field for the name of the input Drop-down menu where the input mode is selected.

  • Page 52: Thresholds

    If a fixed point in time has been specified as transmission time in the basic set- tings, the setting made here will overwrite this transmission time and will re- place it by the interval transmission configured here. page 52 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 53: Software Update

    You can update the NivuLink Micro software here. Opens the File Manager to select the new software Shows the selected software Loads the selected software to the NivuLink Micro and restarts it Requisite: There must be a link to a NivuLink Micro NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

  • Page 54: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Installation and/or the use of such products hence may negatively influence predetermined constructional characteristics of the measurement system or even lead to instrument failures. NIVUS cannot be held responsible for any damage resulting due to the use of non- original parts and non-original accessories. ...

  • Page 55: Customer Service Information

    30%. If the device uses an external charger (V IN) when is service, the battery will be continuously charged by the charging regulator in the NivuLink Micro. If no external charger (V IN) is available during production, the battery must be fully charged before initial startup.

  • Page 56: Cleaning

    Do not clean the logger / the sensors with high-pressure cleaners. − Do not use sharp cleansing agents or solvents. Clean the NivuLink Micro enclosure if required using a dry, lint-free cloth. For heavy dirt wipe the enclosure with a damp cloth. 8.3.2...

  • Page 57: Spare Parts And Accessories

    9.2 Accessories Analysis (software) Specified by customer a) in the customer's NICOS process control system b) on a server in the NIVUS web portal c) NIVUS DataHub: outputting csv files for analysis Power supply Suitable power supply, 8 to 30 V Battery pack Item No.: NLG0 AP 5414...

  • Page 58: Dismantling / Disposal

    10.2 Dispose of batteries When discharged, the battery should not be left in the NivuLink Micro. Be sure to dispose of batteries in an enviromentaly friendy manner. Return used batteries to the manufacturer or drop them off at a recycling center.

  • Page 59: Use Cases

    Fig. 11-1: Level monitoring in a closed vessel, e.g., with a sensor 11.2 Level monitoring at a stormwater overflow tank with max. basin level and basin overflow Fig. 11-2: Level monitoring at a stormwater overflow tank with max. basin lev- el and basin overflow NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018 page 59...

  • Page 60: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Instruction Manual NivuLink Micro EU Declaration of Conformity page 60 NivuLink Micro - Rev. 02/13.11.2018...

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