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  • Page 1 Co mmi tte d DataNet Solution t o Qu al i t y Wireless intelligent logging network User Guide For DataNet Data Acquisition System...
  • Page 2 DataNet User Guide Supporting DataNet v2.0 April 2010 © Fourier Systems Ltd.
  • Page 3 Telephone: USA 1-866-771-6682 (toll-free within USA only) For Troubleshooting and FAQs visit the website at: http://www.fouriersystems.com/support/faq/ To download updated versions of the DataNet User Guide and DataNet software/firmware visit: www.fouriersystems.com/support/download_center.php. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the Receiver 2.5. Adding the Data Logger to the Network 2.5.1. Charging DataNet Loggers 2.5.2. Connecting DNL910 and DNL920 Loggers to the Network 2.5.3. Connecting Mini DataNet Loggers and Mini Repeater to the Network 2.5.4. Loading Map View Background...
  • Page 5 Overcoming RF Obstacles 2.8.3. Showing the Network Path 2.8.4. Adding Repeaters to the Network 2.8.5. Short Range Repeater 2.9. Recommended Approach to Deploying DataNet Units CHAPTER 3: DATANET HARDWARE OVERVIEW 3.1. Data Logger Front Panel Layout 3.1.1. DNL910 and DNL920 3.1.2.

  • Page 6: Figure 29: Usb Communication Cable

    DNL804, DNL808 and DNL810 Data Loggers 59 3.9.5. Power Adapter 3.9.6. Data Logger Battery Life 3.10. USB Communication Cable 3.11. DataNet Keypad Overview 3.11.1. DNL910, DNL920 and DNR900 Keypad 3.11.2. DNL804, DNL808, DNL810 and DNR800 Keypad 3.12. Operating the DNL910 and DNL920 3.12.1.
  • Page 7 3.13. Operating the Mini DataNet DNL804, DNL808 and DNL810 3.13.1. Turning the Units Off and On 3.13.2. Leave Network and Reconnect to a New Network 3.13.3. Running Logger Signal Test 3.13.4. Call Unit from Software 3.14. Operating the DNR800 Mini Repeater 3.14.1.
  • Page 8 4.3.1. Open 4.3.2. Open Project File 4.3.3. Save Project 4.3.4. Save Project As 4.3.5. Exit 4.4. Network Menu Items 4.4.1. Detect Receiver 4.4.2. Lock Network 4.4.3. Form New Network 4.4.4. Refresh Network Connections 4.4.5. Show Network Paths 4.4.6. Device Filter 4.5.
  • Page 9 Groups Tab 4.13.3. Notifications Setup Tab 4.13.4. Email and SMS Notification Formats 4.14. Calibration 4.14.1. Introduction to DataNet Calibration 4.14.2. Calibrating the Data Logger 4.14.3. Performing a Two-point Calibration 4.14.4. Performing an Offset Calibration 4.14.5. Setting the Offset to a Specific Input 4.14.6.
  • Page 10 4.17. Printing the Data 4.18. System Password CHAPTER 5: UPDATING DATANET SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE 5.1. Using the Uptodata Client 5.2. Updating DataNet Firmware 5.2.1. Downloading the Firmware File 5.2.2. Firmware Update from the Update Center 5.2.3. Firmware Update from the Map View Icon...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Datanet Overview

    100% data receipt and no data loss. The DataNet system is comprised of a family of data logging units, as well as a Receiver to manage the intelligent network and Repeaters to extend the transmission range. The data...
  • Page 12 (ADC), DataNet data loggers meet the majority of data acquisition requirements in most industrial applications. Every DataNet logger unit is embedded with a unique serial number and can be loaded with a descriptive comment for safe identification. An internal clock and calendar keeps track of the time and date of every sample measured.

  • Page 13: What Is Zigbee

    The End Unit: This device sends and receives information to other devices on the network. It is usually a control or a sensor unit, often battery operated. A ZigBee end unit cannot relay messages. ZigBee Terminology DataNet Terminology Coordinator Receiver Router Repeater...

  • Page 14: Zigbee Mesh Network Operation

    many coordinators, routers and end units in environments where multiple applications are being monitored. 1.3.1. ZigBee Mesh Network Operation Figure 1: ZigBee network diagram In a mesh network, all the router units are aware of their environment meaning a router knows with units are close by. When a router sends a message to a specific unit, it relays the message until it gets to the destination.

  • Page 15: The Datanet System

    (with the additional or removal of devices) through self correction. 1.4. The DataNet System The basic DataNet system will contain at least one of the following units: • DataNet data logger – Part Number DNL804, DNL808, DNL810, DNL910, DNL920, DNL910-PA, DNL920-PA •...
  • Page 16 Refer to section 3.9.6 for more information. Note: Battery life depends on the logger sampling rate, transmission rate, type of sensor, network architecture and number of measured sensors. The seven DataNet models can be divided into two groups: • DataNet loggers (with LCD) •...
  • Page 17 Memory Capacity: ~59,000 samples Memory Capacity: ~59,000 samples Power supply: AC or battery operated Power supply: AC or battery operated Mini DataNet Loggers (without LCD) PN: DNL804 PN: DNL810 PN: DNL808 Single channel RF data Dual channel RF data...

  • Page 18: The Receiver/Repeater

    Repeater. The DNR800 only works as a Repeater. The Receiver, PN DNR900, acts as a bridge between the DataNet network and the PC. It is connected to the PC via USB cable and is used to create the network to which you add your data loggers.
  • Page 19 Each Repeater holds the data sent to the end units while the end units are in sleep mode. At a specific interval the end unit wakes up and receives the data from its parent (Repeater). Note: Each Repeater can detect up to 24 data loggers and 16 Repeaters including the parent unit.

  • Page 20: Hardware Accessories

    Repeater Transmission Range: 800 m line of sight End Units per Receiver: ~65,000 1.4.3. Hardware Accessories The DataNet system includes the following accessories: • Mini-USB cable for connecting PC to DataNet Receiver • Power adapter to power DataNet Receiver, Repeater and data loggers...

  • Page 21: Datanet Software

    Wireless firmware update (boot over the air) • Automatic software update (via Fourier server) The software interface is described in detail in Chapter 4: Note: DataNet is also FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant. CFR compliant software must be purchased separately.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2: Datanet Implementation Guide

    Implementation Guide Fourier Systems strongly suggests first time users of the DataNet system read this chapter before drilling down into the many features of the system described later in the user guide. The Implementation Guide will give you a clear understanding of the basic aspects of setting up the system, and getting your network up and running.

  • Page 23: Datanet Network Architecture

    2.1. DataNet Network Architecture The DataNet network architecture consists of layers of loggers and Repeaters, forming a mesh network monitored by the Receiver unit connected to the workstation PC. The basic architecture is as follows: • Maximum nodes on network: 65,000 •...

  • Page 24: Figure 3: Standard Datanet Mesh Network

    Figure 3: Standard DataNet mesh network architecture Figure 4: DataNet network with Short Range Repeaters...

  • Page 25: Pre-Setup Requirements

    The mini-USB cable connects the DNR900 Receiver to the PC (and is supplied with the PC Suite software kit). 2.3. Launching the Software 1. Install the DataNet software on the PC workstation. Refer to section 4.1: Installing DataNet Software on page 94 for more details.

  • Page 26: Figure 5: Main Datanet Window

    3. The main DataNet window is launched. The default view is called Map View. Figure 5: Main DataNet window 4. Check for DataNet updates. Go to Help > Check for Updates from the DataNet main menu to check for newer versions of DataNet software and firmware released since you purchased your system.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Receiver

    2.4. Connecting the Receiver 1. Only once the DataNet software has been installed, connect the DataNet Repeater unit (DNR900) to the Fourier-supplied power adapter. Note: Only use adapters provided by Fourier Systems. Use of the wrong adapter could damage your DataNet units.

  • Page 28: Figure 6: Adding Receiver Icon To Map View

    Refer to section 2.8: Optimizing the Network for more details. Check the DataNet network ID that was formed by the Receiver by placing the mouse cursor over the Receiver icon. The network ID as well as Receiver firmware version and unit serial number is displayed.

  • Page 29: Adding The Data Logger To The Network

    2.5.1. Charging DataNet Loggers This section refers to charging the DNL910 or DNL920 loggers. The Mini DataNet units are battery operated only. Note: Only use adapters provided by Fourier Systems. Use of the wrong adapter could damage your DataNet units.

  • Page 30: Connecting Dnl910 And Dnl920 Loggers To The Network

    This is sufficient to ensure the logger doesn’t self-discharge and will maintain the logger’s full charge status. Refer to section 3.9.3 for more details on the DataNet loggers’ power supply. 2.5.2. Connecting DNL910 and...
  • Page 31 Note: If the message Join failed appears on the LCD, then rescan for the network and try again. If the logger continually fails to join, then form a new network on the Receiver. 4. The LCD will then indicate the following status message: Fourier Systems Ready...

  • Page 32: Connecting Mini Datanet Loggers And Mini Repeater To The Network

    Loggers and Mini Repeater to the Network The Mini DataNet loggers (DNL804, DNL808, and DNL810) and Mini Repeater (DNR800) don’t have LCD screens therefore the process of joining these units to the network differs than that of the DataNet models with LCD.

  • Page 33: Figure 8: Mini Datanet Device Filter Dialog

    Remove to remove a SN of a device you don’t wish to join the network. Figure 8: Mini DataNet Device Filter dialog If a Mini DataNet device tries to join the network but it is not in the list then the software will send the Leave...

  • Page 34: Loading Map View Background

    LED will blink green three times. The device has now joined the network and the device icon will appear in the Map View. 4. Repeat Steps 1 to 3 for all Mini DataNet devices you wish to join to the network. 2.5.4.

  • Page 35: Configuring The Logger

    Figure 9: Map View background image example 2.6. Configuring the Logger Once you connected your DataNet loggers to the network, you must configure them in order to start acquiring data. 1. Right-click on the Logger icon you wish to configure.

  • Page 36: Figure 10: Logger Setup Window

    On the Device Setup and Alarm Setup tabs, the user is able to configure the following parameters: Unit's comment Sampling rate Transmission interval Samples averaging Temperature units °C/°F (on the logger LCD. Not applicable for Mini DataNet loggers)

  • Page 37: Viewing Data

    Active sensors Custom sensors' names Alarm levels Alarm duration Alarm delay Alarm pre delay 2. Select the sensors you wish to connect to the logger for data acquisition. It doesn’t matter which order you select the sensors. You may only have Input 4 selected, for example, and Inputs 1 to 3 left unselected.

  • Page 38: Online Data Views

    • Logger icon tooltip • Sensor view 2.7.1. Online Data Views Double clicking the Logger icon or selecting Display Data in the Logger icon context menu will open the online graph. This graph is updated in real-time with the newly recorded data.

  • Page 39: Logger Tooltip

    Figure 12: Online data – Table view Figure 13: Online data – Statistics view 2.7.2. Logger Tooltip Close the online data window and return to Map View. Scroll over the Logger icon and you will see a tooltip displaying the relevant logger information, including real-time data.

  • Page 40: Sensor View

    Figure 14: Logger tooltip This tool-tip is updated with every newly recorded sample. 2.7.3. Sensor View Click the Sensor View icon in the tool bar to switch to this view. Here, you can monitor the data by viewing data display of each individual sensor, rather than of each logger. Figure 15: Sensor view •...

  • Page 41: Optimizing The Network

    DataNet software. Refer to the DataNet specifications to guide you on the range of the DataNet units. With this knowledge, and based on the layout of your facility, you should have a good idea of the likely positional layout of your units.

  • Page 42: Overcoming Rf Obstacles

    2.8.2. Overcoming RF Obstacles A universal issue concerning any wireless system is how to overcome a hostile RF environment. DataNet’s ZigBee RF protocol has been designed for these hostile RF environments that routinely exist onsite. ZigBee can overcome competing wireless noise and other problems communicating the data.

  • Page 43: Showing The Network Path

    The higher the Receiver is positioned the better reception quality it will obtain. 2.8.3. Showing the Network Path By going to Network > Show Network Paths in the DataNet main menu, the software will show the actual path that the...

  • Page 44: Figure 16: Showing Network Paths - Example 1

    system uses to communicate between Receiver and logger, for all units in the system. Figure 16: Showing network paths – Example 1 You can also select Show Path from the logger context menu to display the individual path from the unit to the Receiver. Using this option you can see exactly how the system is built.

  • Page 45: Adding Repeaters To The Network

    80 m line of sight and is not increased to the longer range spec of the Repeater. To switch a logger to SRR mode, simply right-click the logger icon in the DataNet software Map View and select Enable Short Range Repeater Mode.

  • Page 46: Recommended Approach To Deploying Datanet Units

    This approach will ensure a smooth and efficient deployment of your DataNet units and you may then tweak this approach based on experience you gain while using the system. Note: When deploying the system bear in mind that several...
  • Page 47 for you to recognize the units in the Map View once you have deployed them. Once in place, you can reconfigure the units however you like. 4. It is also recommended, if possible, to change the Map View default background to a diagram or map of your facility.

  • Page 48: Units

    Repeater next to the room so that it is in range of as many of these end units as possible, so you don’t have to add more Repeaters. 8. After you have deployed the Repeater/s return to the software and using the Show Network Paths feature verify that all end units are now successfully transmitting to the Receiver, either on their own or via a parent Repeater.

  • Page 49: Chapter 3: Datanet Hardware Overview

    Chapter 3: DataNet Hardware Overview This chapter details the hardware features of the DataNet system components: the data loggers and the Receiver/Repeater. 3.1. Data Logger Front Panel Layout 3.1.1. DNL910 and DNL920 Apart from the color scheme, the DNL910, DNL920 and PA data logger models have the same front panel design.

  • Page 50: Dnl804, Dnl808 And Dnl810

    Use to enter logger menu options and to execute logger commands. Scroll button Use to scroll though menu items and to power on unit. 3.1.2. DNL804, DNL808 and DNL810 The Mini DataNet logger models have the same front panel design. Multi-function Multi-function Multi-function button...

  • Page 51: Data Logger External Connections

    Pluggable screw terminal blocks marked In-1 to In-4 (from left to right), to connect wide range of sensor types for data acquisition. All four inputs can be used simultaneously. Sensors can be connected in any order. To connect a sensor to the DataNet data logger, unplug the...

  • Page 52: Dnl804

    screw terminal, connect the sensor’s wires to the terminals, and then plug the terminal back to the corresponding socket on the input block. Excitation socket Output power socket used to power external sensors, power derived directly from the external power supply adaptor. 3.2.2.

  • Page 53: Dnl808

    KΩ probe Figure 22: DNL808 data logger external connections External antenna: For extended transmission distance of the logger. External NTC 10KΩ input: Standard input for connecting to NTC probe. External NTC 10KΩ probe: Fourier-supplied NTC probe (part of DNL808 kit).

  • Page 54: Dnl810

    3.2.4. DNL810 The DNL810 doesn’t have any external connections. It has two internal sensors only, temperature and humidity. 3.3. DNR800 Mini Repeater Front Panel Layout Multi-function Multi-function button button Dual-color Dual-color LED indicator LED indicator Figure 23: DNR800 Mini Repeater front panel Multi-function button: Use to execute logger commands.

  • Page 55: Dnr900 Receiver/Repeater Front Panel Layout

    3.4. DNR900 Receiver/Repeater Front Panel Layout LCD screen Menu/Enter button Scroll button Figure 24: Receiver/Repeater front panel LCD screen Displays Receiver/Repeater status and network information. Menu/Enter button Use to enter logger menu options and to execute logger commands. Scroll button Use to scroll though menu items and to power on unit.

  • Page 56: Dnr800 Mini Repeater External Connections

    To connect unit to external power supply. Plug in an AC/DC 9-12 V adaptor to power the unit. There is no battery supply so when disconnected from the adapter the unit will shutdown. The adaptor should meet the required specifications. Refer to Appendix A: DataNet Specifications.

  • Page 57: Figure 26: Receiver/Repeater External Connections

    Figure 26: Receiver/Repeater external connections Mini USB Port To connect Receiver to PC and be detected by DataNet software. Connect the mini USB Type B plug (rectangle plug) of the supplied USB communication cable to the Receiver and the USB Type A plug (flat plug) to the computer.

  • Page 58: Data Logger Sensor Overview

    Refer to section 3.7.6 for more details. 3.7. Data Logger Sensor Overview This section provides an overview of the hardware specifications of the DataNet data loggers. 3.7.1. Internal Sensor Types The DNL810, DNL910, DNL920, DNL910-PA and DNL920-PA loggers include internal sensors, depending on the logger model.

  • Page 59: External Sensor Types

    3.7.2. External Sensor Types DNL910, DNL920 and PA Models Each of the four input channels of these data logger models are multi-purpose and can be individually configured to any of the following types and ranges. Sensor Measurement Accuracy Available Range Inputs Current 4 to 20 mA...

  • Page 60: Sensor Connection

    Connect the sensor/s to the terminal block/s at the top of data logger: Figure 27: DataNet logger sensor inputs Sensors do not have to be added successively. You may only configure In-4, or configure In-1 and In-3, for example, when...

  • Page 61: External Pt-100 And Ntc Sensor Connection

    However, there are certain limitations using a specific combination of sensors, which must be taken into account when programming the DataNet data loggers. Note: The software integrates all programming limitations automatically when configuring the loggers.

  • Page 62: External Alarm Output

    Table 1: Data Logger programming limitations 3.7.6. External Alarm Output The DataNet system supports connection of an external alarm e.g. siren, audible alarm, to the Receiver external alarm input or to In-1 of the DNL910 and DNL920 data loggers. When connected to the Receiver, the external alarm will be activated whenever a logger on the network is in alarm status.
  • Page 63 No additional configuration in the software is required. External Alarm Schematic See the schematic below explaining how to hook up an external alarm to the DataNet unit.

  • Page 64: Polarity

    • - of the battery goes to – of DNR900. Note: Maximum load of the Relay is 50 mA, 3 V. Refer to Appendix A: DataNet Specifications for the full external alarm output specification. 3.7.7. Polarity Current, voltage, thermocouples and user defined sensors have distinct polarity.

  • Page 65: Frequency/Pulse Counter

    Connect the signal wires to In-4 terminal blocks, and select Frequency or Pulse counter for Input 4 from the logger Setup window in the DataNet software. Inputs 1 to 3 are still available for other sensors. The Frequency/Pulse counter is optically isolated from the internal circuitry and can simultaneously measure a signal source, together with another input.

  • Page 66: Sensor Calibration

    The data logger only can be loaded with a descriptive comment to identify its task and location. You may add or edit the comment of any logger on the network via the DataNet software. Every time data is transferred to the computer it is labeled both with the logger’s serial number and comment and is...

  • Page 67: Power Supply

    Note: When in Receiver mode, the unit must be connected to external power at all times. While running on internal power, the unit will run for only several hours before shutting down and therefore shutting down the DataNet network which the Receiver is managing. 3.9.2.

  • Page 68: Dnl910 And Dnl920 Data Loggers

    Note: Before storing the DataNet units make sure you have unplugged all the sensors and turned the units off via the keypad.

  • Page 69: Dnl804, Dnl808 And Dnl810 Data Loggers

    Depending on the logger configuration, the battery can last up to 10 months before they need to be replaced. Replacing the Mini DataNet Battery To replace the batteries on the Mini DataNet loggers, remove the two screws located on the top panel of the logger (where...

  • Page 70: Power Adapter

    3.9.5. Power Adapter The DataNet power adapter is used to power the DNR900, DNL910 and DNL920 units. The mains adaptor (AC/DC adaptor) converts mains power (from a wall outlet) to a voltage suitable to the DataNet hardware unit.

  • Page 71: Usb Communication Cable

    USB Communication Cable A mini USB communication cable is supplied as part of the DataNet PC Suite. This cable connects the Receiver to the DataNet PC workstation. When connected to the PC the Receiver can communicate with the DataNet software and manage the DataNet network.

  • Page 72: Datanet Keypad Overview

    Connect to PC USB port Type A plug Connect to Receiver USB port Figure 29: USB communication cable 3.11. DataNet Keypad Overview Note: All explanations for the DNL units apply to the PA models as well. 3.11.1. DNL910, DNL920 and DNR900 Keypad...

  • Page 73: 3.11.2. Dnl804, Dnl808, Dnl810 And Dnr800 Keypad

    Scrolls through the menu options. 3.11.2. DNL804, DNL808, DNL810 and DNR800 Keypad The Mini DataNet units have one button on the keypad. This button is multi- functional and is used to perform various functions such as: •...

  • Page 74: Operating The Dnl910 And Dnl920

    • Leaving the network • Locating device icon in software Map View Refer to section 3.13 to learn how to operate the Mini DataNet devices. Refer to section 3.14 to learn how to operate the Mini Repeater. 3.12. Operating the DNL910 and...

  • Page 75: Joining A Network

    background. Press the Scroll button to enable the LCD screen again. The screen will not turn off during firmware upgrade. 3.12.3. Joining a Network When a logger is powered on or reset, it will automatically scan for a network after the welcome message has appeared. There are three scenarios that can occur while scanning for a network: Scenario 1: The logger can’t find the last network that it was...
  • Page 76 Once the scan has been completed the following screen appears: Scan complete   If more than one network was found, the user will need to select the network ID that he wants to connect to. The user uses the Scroll button to scroll through the Network IDs. The relevant network is selected using the Enter button.
  • Page 77 Ready - If connection to the DataNet software is established. • Software is down - If established connection to the Receiver but the DataNet software is down (PC is off, software is not open, etc.) • No Parent Signal – The parent unit, either the Receiver or Repeater, is not detected by the logger therefore the logger is not transmitting its data to the network.

  • Page 78: Main Menu Options

    Scenario 3 The system can’t find any networks at all. If no networks were found, the unit will display the following screens. Scan for network Scan complete No found networks: Found 0 network Rescan networks 3.12.4. Main Menu Options There are three menu categories on the data logger: •...
  • Page 79 Note: View Data is the default page when the unit is running. If there is more than one sensor running, the screen will auto scroll between the sensors showing the sensor name and senor value. These are real-time displays. The display will switch back to the View Data screen after five minutes if none of logger buttons have been pressed.
  • Page 80 If the logger is running, then the following screen is displayed. Fourier Systems Logger running Mark Unit on PC To indicate the logger icon in the software’s Map View, press the Enter button when this screen is displayed.
  • Page 81 100%. You will not be able to run the Signal Level test when the logger has lost its connection to the network. If you tried, then the following screens are displayed: No Parent signal Fourier Systems No Parent found...
  • Page 82 This menu informs the user of the logger firmware version. This is helpful when you need to upgrade the system firmware, to check the current version. Or when contacting Fourier technical support, with any technical issues. Logger version: 2.03.00.01.89.00 The firmware version is commonly referred to by the numbers in bold in the screen above.
  • Page 83 • Logger – SR RPTR Device is operating as a Short Range Repeater. Refer to section 2.8.5 for more details. Leave Network If this option is selected, the unit will first leave the network and then reset itself. The scan network procedure described in section 3.12.3 will begin.

  • Page 84: Additional Logger Screens

    H and L represent High and Low values, respectively. In-TMP ˚C 26.06H 25.61L 3.12.5. Additional Logger Screens Unit Beep When the DataNet software activates the Call Unit feature, the logger will beep and the following screen will be displayed:...
  • Page 85 Beep Unit Fourier Systems Refer to section 4.11.3 for more details. No Parent Signal/No Parent Found When a logger’s parent unit, such as a Repeater or Receiver, goes offline then the following screen is immediately displayed on the logger: No Parent signal...

  • Page 86: Operating The Mini Datanet Dnl804, Dnl808 And Dnl810

    Device Filter before continuing. Refer to section 2.5.3. 3.13.1. Turning the Units Off and On To conserve battery, the Mini DataNet LED does not provide an indication of on/off status. If you wish to operate the logger it is best to first be sure the unit is turned off before continuing.
  • Page 87 It will then connect to the network which recognizes its Serial Number, as it was entered in the Device Filter. Note: If there are multiple DataNet networks in your environment make sure that the logger SN is listed in the Device Filter of only one of these networks, otherwise you can’t control which network it will join first and you will have to...

  • Page 88: Leave Network And Reconnect To A New Network

    3.13.2. Leave Network and Reconnect to a New Network To leave the current network, take the following steps. 1. Turn off the unit by holding the logger button down (see section 3.13.1 above). 2. Once shutdown, hold the logger button continuously. The LED will blink green three times, indicating that the unit has joined the old network.

  • Page 89: Call Unit From Software

    When the test ends, the LED emits a few short red blinks quickly followed by several green blinks. Running Signal Test from DataNet Software Right-click the logger icon on the Map View and select the Signal Test option. The signal test will proceed on the logger as described in Step 3 above.

  • Page 90: Operating The Dnr800 Mini Repeater

    3.14. Operating the DNR800 Mini Repeater This section explains how to operate the Mini Repeater using the multi-functional button on the logger front panel. There is no LCD screen on the Mini Repeater. Ensure the device Serial Number has been added to the Device Filter before continuing.

  • Page 91: Operating The Dnr900 In Receiver Mode

    3. Once the device has joined the network you may configure the Repeater name. 3.15. Operating the DNR900 in Receiver Mode This section explains how to operate the Receiver using the menu options on the units’ LCD screen, as how to change the DNR900 unit type from Receiver to Repeater.
  • Page 92 This menu informs the user of the Receiver firmware version. This is helpful when you need to upgrade the system firmware, to check the current version. Or when contacting Fourier technical support, with any technical issues. Change Unit Type to Repeater Refer to section 3.15.3 for more details.

  • Page 93: Changing Receiver To Repeater

    3.15.3. Changing Receiver to Repeater Scroll through the Receiver menu until you reach the menu Change Unit Type to Repeater. Change unit type to Repeater Press the Enter button to proceed with changing the unit to Repeater mode. Once you perform this action, any network the unit may have formed while in Receiver mode will be down, and you will need to form a new network with another Receiver unit, and join your existing loggers to that new...

  • Page 94: Operating The Dnr900 In Repeater Mode

    Ensure the unit is connected to the AC adapter. Once the unit is switched on it will emit a short beep and the screen will display a welcome message: Fourier Systems Ready 3.16.2. Joining a Network When a Repeater is powered on or reset, it will automatically scan for a network after the welcome message has appeared.
  • Page 95 Scenario 1: The system can’t find the last network that it was connected to. For example, the Repeater is a new unit which was never previously joined a network. Scenario 2: The system scans and finds the last network it was connected to, and joins that network.
  • Page 96 Ready - If connection to the DataNet software is established. Software is down - If established connection to the Receiver but the DataNet software is down (PC is off, software is not open, etc.) No Parent Signal – The parent unit, either the Receiver or another Repeater, is not detected by the Repeater therefore it is not transmitting its data to the network.

  • Page 97: Menu Options

    Found 0 network Rescan networks 3.16.3. Menu Options Use the Scroll button to scroll through the menu options. Name and Status The unit name is displayed on the first row and the second row indicates the Repeater status. Fourier Systems Ready...
  • Page 98 Mark Unit on PC To indicate the Repeater icon in the software’s Map View, press the Enter button when this screen is displayed. The Repeater’s icon located in the Map View will blink a number of times. Batt Level (battery level) •...
  • Page 99 Repeater Version This menu informs the user of the Repeater firmware version. This is helpful when you need to upgrade the system firmware, to check the current version. Or when contacting Fourier technical support, with any technical issues. Rptr version: 2.03.00.01.89.00...
  • Page 100 The firmware version is commonly referred to by the numbers in bold in the screen above. For example, the firmware version which is supported by this user guide is v1.89. This menu displays the unit’s eight digit SN. S/N 12345678 Network Data This menu displays the unique network ID to which the unit is currently connected.
  • Page 101 Leave Network If this option is selected, the unit will first leave the network and then reset itself. The scan network procedure described in section 3.12.3 will begin. The only exception to this procedure is that even if the last connected network is found during the scan, the unit will not automatically connect to it.

  • Page 102: Additional Repeater Screens

    3.16.4. Additional Repeater Screens Unit Beep When the DataNet software activates the Call Unit feature, the Repeater will beep and the following screen will be displayed: Beep Unit Fourier Systems Refer to section 4.11.3 for more details. No Parent Signal/No Parent Found When a Repeater’s parent unit, such as another Repeater or...
  • Page 103 You will have to leave the current network and rescan for a new network. Loading Firmware When updating the firmware of the Repeater via the software’s Firmware Update Center, the Repeater screen will display the update progress. When complete the main Repeater screen will be displayed.

  • Page 104: Chapter 4: Using The Datanet Software

    Email and SMS notifications, firmware updates and so on. 4.1. Installing DataNet Software Part of your DataNet package includes a DataNet software CD. Follow the software installation instructions provided below. 4.1.1. System Requirements To work with DataNet your system should be configured...

  • Page 105: Installation Procedure

    4.1.2. Installation Procedure Please read these instructions before proceeding with the installation process. 1. Insert the DataNet software CD into your computer’s CD drive. The DataNet Installation Wizard automatically starts running. 2. The Wizard first installs Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0.

  • Page 106: Figure 30: Installing Silicon Labs Usb Driver - Step 1

    Figure 30: Installing Silicon Labs USB driver – Step 1 5. The following window will pop up. Make sure to select the checkbox to launch the driver installer, and click Finish. Figure 31: Installing Silicon Labs USB driver – Step 2...

  • Page 107: Figure 32: Installing Silicon Labs Usb Driver - Step 3

    Follow the installation instructions to install DataNet on your computer. Once the installation process is completed click Finish. 9. The DataNet software and components have now been installed. Double click the DataNet shortcut on your desktop to launch the software.

  • Page 108: Installation Troubleshooting

    10. Connect the DataNet Receiver to a USB port on your computer. It will automatically detect the Receiver as new hardware. After a few seconds you will see a message stating that the device is ready for use. You may now begin to configure your DataNet network.

  • Page 109: Map View

    Repeaters in the network, in addition to the Receiver. Icons are used to represent each of the DataNet units, and using the mouse the user can select specific actions to be performed on the unit.

  • Page 110: Sensor View

    Clicking the Sensor View button in the main toolbar switches the main DataNet window to a display where sensor data is represented in individual windows. All sensors which are currently online will be displayed in this view. If a logger is currently offline then its data will not be visible.
  • Page 111 There are two modes for viewing the sensor data, which may be toggled by going to Tools > Switch Sensor View Mode in the main menu. • Expanded view In this view, the logger comment, sensor type and sensor data is displayed. •...

  • Page 112: History View

    Clicking the History View button in the main toolbar will switch the main window to view archived, offline data stored in the DataNet directory on the workstation. You must first open the archived data file by clicking Open File on the main toolbar. When you open the data file it...

  • Page 113: Data Map

    will be displayed in the History View, otherwise, the History View window will be blank. Refer to section 4.9: Viewing Archived (Offline) Data on page 125 for more details on opening files in History View. Figure 36: Main window – History View In History View, the user may view the data in graph or table format by clicking the relevant tabs, as well as view a number of Statistics taken from the data set.

  • Page 114: Datanet Toolbar Icons

    Clicking the Tree icon in the lower graph toolbar removes the Data Map pane altogether allowing a full screen graph view. Data Map Figure 37: Data Map 4.2.5. DataNet Toolbar Icons This section outlines all of the toolbar icons available in the software.

  • Page 115: Figure 38: Main Toolbar Icons

    Main (Upper) Toolbar Icons Figure 38: Main toolbar icons The main toolbar is always available at the top of the DataNet application, no matter what window view the user is in. This toolbar cannot be moved or hidden. • Open file - Opens archived logger data file stored on the PC •...

  • Page 116: Table 3: Main Toolbar Icon List

    Map View Icons The following icons representing the various statuses of the DataNet units are viewed in Map View. Using these icons the user is aware of the online/offline status of each unit, as well as the battery level and signal level of the loggers and Repeaters.
  • Page 117 Logger newly acquired by network and • awaiting Setup. Running from external power supply. Logger which has received its Setup but is in • Stop mode. Running from internal battery supply. Logger which has received its Setup but is in •...

  • Page 118: Table 4: Main Toolbar Icon List

    Repeater is online and is running from external • power supply. Repeater is offline and is no longer detected on • the network. Its power supply may have failed or it’s out of range of the Receiver. Table 4: Main toolbar icon list Graph (Lower) Toolbar Icons The graph toolbar is located at the bottom of the open graph view, when the user is either in Online Data Display:...

  • Page 119: Table 5: Lower Graph Toolbar Icon List

    Select first cursor – Adds a cursor to the • designated plot on the graph Select second cursor – Adds a second cursor • to the designated plot on the graph. Grid – Adds a grid to the graph background •...

  • Page 120: File Menu Items

    Displayed external sensor data set • Hidden internal sensor data set • Displayed graph function • Hidden graph function • Parent node for all logger data sets. Click to • expand or collapse all child nodes. Logger data set. Click to expand or collapse •...

  • Page 121: Open Project File

    Use this feature to save an existing Project file under a different name. 4.3.5. Exit Exits the DataNet application. 4.4. Network Menu Items Except for Detect Receiver and Device Filter items, all of the Network menu items are also accessible via the Receiver context menu, by right-clicking the Receiver icon in Map View.

  • Page 122: Lock Network

    on, the software won’t detect the unit. You will have to use the Detect Receiver feature. The Receiver may also lose power and go offline while connected to the USB, in which case you will also need to detect it manually. If no Receiver is detected by the software an error message will pop up stating that the Receiver was not detected.

  • Page 123: Refresh Network Connections

    4.4.4. Refresh Network Connections Use this feature to send a command to the Receiver to re- establish connection to the end units in its specific network. This is useful when wanting to ensure the network connectivity is performing optimally without any delay or lag due to changes in environmental conditions or location of the end units.

  • Page 124: Device Filter

    Show Network Paths. 4.4.6. Device Filter When working with Mini DataNet units, in order for the device to be allowed onto the DataNet network, the device Serial Number must first be added to the Device Filter. Refer to section 2.5.3 for more details.

  • Page 125: Figure 39: Define New Sensor Dialog

    1. Click Tools > Define New Sensor and the Define New Sensor dialog will open. Figure 39: Define New Sensor dialog 2. Click Add to enable the fields. 3. Select the Base sensor from the drop-down menu (depending on whether your sensor’s output is 0 to 1 V, 0 to 50 mV, 4 to 20mA, or measuring pulses).

  • Page 126: Switch Sensor View Mode

    2. Select the Input you wish to use and from the Sensor Type drop-down menu, select the custom sensor, which now appears in this list. 3. Proceed with the setup as you would normally do. 4.5.2. Switch Sensor View Mode While in Sensor View, selecting this option will switch the sensor view between large and small window sizes.

  • Page 127: Sms Alarm Notifications

    SMS to a predefined contact list. Refer to section 4.13 for details. 4.5.7. Firmware Update Center The Firmware Update Center is where the DataNet firmware updates are managed. Please refer to section 5.2 for more details. 4.6.

  • Page 128: Preferences Tab

    Figure 40: Options > Preferences tab The Preferences tab includes the following options: Minimize DataNet to system tray When this checkbox is selected, the DataNet icon will appear in the computer’s system tray in the lower right of the screen when the application is minimized. Simply double-click the icon to maximize the application to full screen.
  • Page 129 Click Browse to change the path e.g. to a network path. Save text data files Select this checkbox if you would like DataNet to also save the logger data to a text file. The default path is: C:\Program Files\Fourier Systems\DataNet\DataNet data text files\ and...

  • Page 130: Email Settings Tab

    Select this checkbox if you want to have automatic download of data when the DataNet software is launched. If there are many loggers in the system with fast sampling rates, then the download could burden the network. Therefore in some cases disabled this feature is advised.

  • Page 131: Sms Settings Tab

    Send SMS notifications check box. Using the SMS feature requires connection of a GSM modem and SIM card to the DataNet PC, or even just a cellular phone with an active SIM card. You must select the COM port which the GSM modem/cellular phone is connected to in order for the software to detect it.

  • Page 132: Analysis Menu Items

    Figure 42: Options > SMS Settings tab Note: Once the GSM modem is online you will see the green GSM icon appear in the DataNet upper toolbar. 4.6.4. Analysis Menu Items The Analysis menu items are enabled when viewing offline data in History View.

  • Page 133: Data Recovery

    Data Recovery The ability to recover data when part of the system goes offline or is shutdown is a key feature of the DataNet system. When the data loggers are acquiring data they transmit to the Receiver at the predefined rate, either directly or via one or more Repeaters.

  • Page 134: Saving Data

    Logger data files are stored in the following default location: C:\Program Files\Fourier Systems\DataNet\DataNet data files A folder is created for each data logger and is named according to the logger Serial Number. In this folder is stored the data files.

  • Page 135: Viewing Archived (Offline) Data

    Archived data is all data that was logged by a specific logger and recorded by the software into the DataNet directory on the PC. Follow the instructions below to open archived data. 1. Click the Open icon to launch the Open Data Files dialog.

  • Page 136: Figure 43: Open Data Files Dialog

    Figure 43: Open Data Files dialog 4. In the Sync Data dialog, you can select the sampling rate at which you wish to display the data. The default option is the original rate. Click OK.

  • Page 137: Viewing Online Data

    Figure 44: Sync Data dialog The data is opened in History View. Refer to section 4.2.1 for an explanation of the History View. You may display data sets from more than one logger and display them all in History View, using the Data Map to navigate through the data.

  • Page 138: Figure 45: Online Data Window

    Figure 45: Online data window The data displayed in this window is the data that was transmitted by the logger in the current software session. Data transmitted during a previous session of the software being open will not be displayed. For example, when you setup the logger it creates a new online session.

  • Page 139: Showing/Hiding The Data Sets

    4.10.1. Showing/Hiding the Data Sets In the online graph display, where you have data from only one logger displayed, you can show or hide the individual sensor data by using the sensor labels at the bottom of the graph. In the screenshot above you can see two labels, Internal Digital Temperature and Int RH.

  • Page 140: Working In Map View

    Note: You can hide all of the sensor labels (not plots) from the graph by clicking the Plot Legend icon 4.11. Working in Map View The Map View is the main view from which you monitor your online network. It is in this view that you can see all the icons representing the units in your system, the Receiver, loggers and Repeaters too, if relevant.

  • Page 141: Logger Icon Context Menu

    There is also the option to display the data in Table view or to view the data statistics. Download Data Downloads all data in the logger memory to the DataNet software. When logger is downloading the data, the Logger icon in Map View will appear as follows:...
  • Page 142 The visual and audible alarms will return to normal. If after reset the logger is still in alarm conditions, then the visible and audible alarms will return. Call Unit (Beep) This feature sends a command to the logger to beep for several seconds.
  • Page 143 Setup Refer to section 4.12 on page 139 for an overview of how to setup the logger. Multi-Setup By using multi-setup you can select more than one logger on the Map View and send the same configuration to all of the loggers.

  • Page 144: Viewing Logger Status

    The logger tooltip and logger LCD menu will both indicate that the unit is in SRR mode. Remove This option removes from the Map View any icons of loggers that are not on the network anymore and so are irrelevant. 4.11.4.
  • Page 145 In online mode, the logger also displays: • Device mode – Logger or Short Range Repeater • The power status (% Battery left or Connected to AC) • Reception quality: Strength of RF signal between logger and Receiver • Version number: Firmware version of the logger •...

  • Page 146: Receiver Icon Context Menu

    Common commands include Download, Setup, Stop, Run, Beep and more. 4.11.5. Receiver Icon Context Menu Right clicking the Receiver icon will give the following options: • Update Firmware • Lock Network • Form New Network • Refresh Network Connections • Show Network Path Update Firmware Selecting this option will launch the Receiver firmware update...

  • Page 147: Viewing Receiver Status

    Refer to section 4.4 on page 111 for more details regarding the other Receiver options listed above. 4.11.6. Viewing Receiver Status When you scroll the mouse cursor over the Receiver icon a tooltip will pop up displaying data relevant to the Receiver status at the time.
  • Page 148 Setup Repeater Setup lets the user change the name of the unit. Once the name has been changed, click Setup (or Close to close the dialog without making any changes). Multi-Setup By using multi-setup you can select more than one Repeater on the Map View and send the same configuration to all of the Repeaters.

  • Page 149: Viewing Repeater Status

    Remove This option removes from the Map View any Repeater icons that are not on the network anymore and so are irrelevant. 4.11.8. Viewing Repeater Status When you scroll the mouse cursor over the Repeater icon a tooltip will pop up displaying data relevant to the Repeater status at the time.

  • Page 150: Configuring The Logger

    4.12. Configuring the Logger DataNet software allows you to configure each logger in your network wirelessly. You do not need to have the loggers near your workstation, other than for the initial setup when you need to connect the sensors (if you’re using external sensors).
  • Page 151 Transmission Interval You can define how often the logger will actually transmit to the network. You may wish to have the logger transmit with every sample, if you have slower sampling rates, or less frequently, if you have a fast sampling rate. The transmission interval must be a multiple of the sampling rate, so for example if the sampling rate is 3 seconds, then the minimum transmission rate must be every 3 seconds, and...
  • Page 152 This is because when using the DNL920 data logger and selecting the internal humidity sensor in the Device Setup dialog, the internal digital temperature sensor will automatically be selected as well. This sensor provides the temperature compensation necessary for the humidity sensor to reach the 3% accuracy as stated in the sensor specifications.

  • Page 153: Alarm Setup Tab

    4.12.2. Alarm Setup Tab A major feature of the DataNet system is the ability to configure alarm levels into the loggers so any breach of these levels as recorded on the data logger is monitored by the software, and the user is notified via Email/SMS/audible and visual indicators.

  • Page 154: Figure 46: Alarm Setup Tab

    Figure 46: Alarm Setup tab Alarm Delay and Pre-alarm Delay The time until the alarm (or pre-alarm) is activated. You may not want to have the alarm sound immediately after the alarm level is breached as you are only interested in a condition where the alarm level lasted a certain amount of time.

  • Page 155: Alarm Notifications Setup

    4.13. Alarm Notifications Setup Once you have completed the logger alarm setup in section 4.12.2 above, you can now configure DataNet to send alarm notifications via Email or SMS. From the Tools menu select one of the following options, depending on the type of notifications required: •...

  • Page 156: Contacts Tab

    Figure 47: Alarm Notifications Setup dialog As the Email and SMS Alarm Notifications must be defined separately, they each have separate dialogs. However the interface is identical and the contacts are stored in the same database. The Email/SMS Notifications dialog is divided into the following tabs: •...

  • Page 157: Figure 48: Adding A Contact

    Note: The phone number field supports the following characters: 0-9, # , *, -, ( ), + Email: The address the DataNet software will use to send the Email notification. Workday Start and End: You can define the hours in which the contact will be eligible to receive the notifications i.e.

  • Page 158: Groups Tab

    Number of SMS resends: The number of times DataNet will send follow-up SMS’s with the alarm notification. The maximum is nine resends per alarm. The gap between each resend is five minutes.

  • Page 159: Notifications Setup Tab

    2. Enter a Group name and add your existing contacts to the group by selecting the checkbox next to the Contact name. 3. Click OK to create the Group. In the Groups tab you may choose to add a group, edit an existing group or remove a group from the list.

  • Page 160: Figure 50: Sms And Email Notification Setup

    Figure 50: SMS and Email notification setup 5. Select the checkboxes according to the type of sensor alarm for which notifications should be sent. You may also select the following alarms: a. Battery alarm: Notification will be sent for low battery alarm when battery level is at or drops below 10%.

  • Page 161: Email And Sms Notification Formats

    4.13.4. Email and SMS Notification Formats Email Notification Format When the Email notification is sent the recipient receives the Email in the following format: Email Header: DataNet Alarm Internal Temperature (Last recorded 25.47C) Low Alarm Email Body: DataNet Alarm Comment: Factory 1/F S/N: 808932...

  • Page 162: Calibration

    Alarm last recorded 29.59 C 4.14. Calibration The DataNet data loggers are shipped fully calibrated with a calibration certificate. However, DataNet does provide a simple and efficient process for users wishing to calibrate the DataNet data loggers themselves. The process itself can be...

  • Page 163: Introduction To Datanet Calibration

    4.14.1. Introduction to DataNet Calibration Although the DataNet data loggers come fully calibrated, the software enables you to calibrate any of the DataNet sensors, on any input. The calibration parameters are sent to the data logger and stored in its memory.
  • Page 164 Sensor Type Calibration Method Two-point Current 4 – 20 mA calibration Two-point Humidity (Internal) Digital calibration Temperature Two-point Digital (Internal) calibration Two-point Temperature PT-100 calibration and (Internal) offset Two-point Temperature PT-100 2-wire calibration and offset Temperature Thermocouple J Offset calibration Temperature Thermocouple K Offset calibration...
  • Page 165 The two-point calibration sets the gain (slope) and offset (intercept) of the sensor's conversion function. Use the two-point calibration to calibrate all DataNet sensors except for the Thermocouples. In some cases you may need to refine your calibration using the fine offset tuning tool.

  • Page 166: Calibrating The Data Logger

    4.14.2. Calibrating the Data Logger Figure 51: Calibration dialog 1. From the Map View, open the Logger context menu and select Stop. 2. Select Calibration > Calibrate and enter the password in the Password dialog. 3. Select the sensor you wish to calibrate from the Sensor drop-down menu.

  • Page 167: Performing A Two-Point Calibration

    Note: The calibrated sensor parameters will be saved both in the DataNet logger and in the software memory, so there is no need to calibrate the logger every time you run the software.

  • Page 168: Performing An Offset Calibration

    The offset value is the difference between the value displayed by the DataNet logger and the reference value. For example if the calibrator is set to 0 °C and the logger reads 1 °C the offset value is +1, but if the logger reads −1 °C then the offset value is −1.

  • Page 169: Setting The Offset To A Specific Input

    Thermocouples you will only have the option to perform an Offset calibration. Enter the offset value in the text box and click Send Calibration. Continue to adjust the offset accordingly until satisfied with the readings. 4.14.5. Setting the Offset to a Specific Input After setting the offset to all inputs simultaneously, you can set the offset of each input separately for even better...

  • Page 170: Calibrating The External Pt-100 Sensor Input

    Calibration and enter the password to access this feature. 2. The Save As dialog will open. Name the calibration file (with extension .dcf) and save it either in the default Calibration folder in the DataNet directory or in a folder of your choice. 4.14.9. Loading Calibration Settings You can load a previously saved DataNet .dcf calibration file...

  • Page 171: Analyzing The Data

    The following section explains how to use the numerous graph analysis features, including an overview of the graph toolbar options. Please first refer to section 4.2.5: DataNet Toolbar Icons for a full overview of the graph toolbar. Autoscaling Click Autoscale on the graph toolbar to view the full data display, thereby restoring the axis range to its default settings.
  • Page 172 2. Drag the cursor diagonally to select the area you want to magnify. Release the mouse button to zoom in to the selected area. 3. Click Zoom in a second time to disable the zoom tool. 4. Click Autoscale to restore the default display. Panning Use the Pan tool to pan along the x or y axis or after...

  • Page 173: Figure 53: Example Of Using Two Cursors

    Figure 53: Example of using two cursors When using two cursors, the Statistics feature will calculate statistics according to the data set between the two cursors. To display the first cursor: Click 1 Cursor on the graph toolbar. You can drag the cursor with the mouse onto any other point on the plot, or onto a different plot.

  • Page 174: Figure 54: Graph With Grid In Background

    To remove the cursors: Click the cursor icons a second time. Grid Click the Grid icon to add a grid to the background of the graph view. To remove the grid, click the icon again. Figure 54: Graph with grid in background Add Custom View Whenever the graph in History View is modified, either by using the Zoom tool, changing the scale, panning the graph,...
  • Page 175 Copying the Graph Click the Copy Graph icon to copy the graph to the clipboard, and paste it into another application, such as a word processing or spreadsheet application. Displaying Alarm Levels Open the Alarm drop-down menu and select the relevant sensor to display its alarm levels.
  • Page 176 2. Select the Style tab, and unselect the Use system line properties checkbox. 3. Select the axis you want to format in the Axis drop-down menu. 4. Select the color and line width. 5. Click OK. 6. To restore the default formatting, select the Use system line properties checkbox again.

  • Page 177: Statistical Analysis

    6. To restore auto scaling select the Autoscale checkbox. Figure 55: Grouping plots by units 4.15.2. Statistical Analysis DataNet also provides some basis statistics regarding the open data sets. While in History View or online Data Display view, click the Statistics tab.

  • Page 178: Exporting Data To Excel Or Csv Formats

    Figure 56: Statistics View 4.16. Exporting Data to Excel or CSV Formats DataNet supports exporting data to Excel or CSV file formats (CSV stands for comma separated values). To export to Excel, click Export to Excel in the online or offline lower graph toolbar, or go to Analysis >...

  • Page 179: Printing The Data

    Figure 57: Example of data exported to Excel Only offline data opened in History View can be exported to CSV and is available under the Analysis menu. 4.17. Printing the Data You are able to print data by clicking the Print icon from the lower toolbar in Graph, Table or Statistics tabs of the offline or online data displays.

  • Page 180: System Password

    Figure 58: Printing a table 4.18. System Password Throughout the software you will be required to enter a password to perform certain functions such as calibration or firmware update. Note: The default password is 1234. To change the password: 1. In the Password dialog box, click Change Password to open the Change Password dialog box.

  • Page 181: Chapter 5: Updating Datanet Software And Firmware

    DataNet automatically update the network units’ firmware or can choose to do so manually. A major benefit of the DataNet system is that units’ firmware is updated over the air from the DataNet software, so that the DataNet user does not have to ship any units back to the factory for upgrading.

  • Page 182: Figure 59: Uptodata Dialog Main Window

    However, you also have the option to manually update firmware rather than automatically. To use the Uptodata client follow the instructions below. 1. Launch DataNet and ensure the PC is connected to the Internet. 2. Launch the Uptodata update client from the DataNet main menu: Help >...

  • Page 183: Figure 60: Uptodata Client Showing Available

    Note: Select the Check for updates every time DataNet starts up checkbox to enable automatic check for new software and firmware files. 3. Click the Check for updates button. The update client connects to the Fourier Systems server and searches for software and firmware files more up to date than those installed on the user’s PC.
  • Page 184 Update button. DataNet will be shutdown and the files will be downloaded from the Fourier server. a. If you don’t want the DataNet units’ firmware to be automatically updated once the software starts up again (depending on the number of units deployed, this can take some time), unselect the Auto firmware update on startup checkbox.
  • Page 185 Note: Updating the DataNet software does not result in any of the DataNet data files being deleted or affected in any way. 5. Once the files have been successfully downloaded to the DataNet installation directory on the PC, the software will be updated automatically and a system message will verify a successful update.

  • Page 186: Updating Datanet Firmware

    7. The DataNet software is launched, and if you requested automatic firmware update, as long as the Receiver is connected and the network is online, the firmware update process will begin. If you didn’t, you may also manually update the firmware at the time of your choosing, using the Firmware Update Center.

  • Page 187: Downloading The Firmware File

    5.2.1. Downloading the Firmware File 1. There are two ways to obtain the DataNet firmware file. a. Using the Uptodata client to download from the Fourier server. Refer to section 5.1 above. b. Downloading the latest firmware version directly from the Fourier Download Center at: www.fouriersystems.com/support/download_center.php.

  • Page 188: Figure 61: Firmware Update Center Dialog

    If no firmware file is detected in the DataNet directory, then an error message is displayed and the Update Center opens with a blank screen. Copy the firmware file to the directory and reopen the Update Center. Note: The default password is 1234.
  • Page 189 Available Firmware Versions At the top of the Update Center dialog, available firmware versions are displayed. The information is taken from the firmware file DataNetFirmware.dfw stored in the DataNet directory C:\Program Files\Fourier Systems\DataNet. There are three classifications of DataNet units: •...
  • Page 190 Unit Information Additional information provided in the Update Center includes: • The unit comment/name • Serial number • Current firmware version • Unit status • Update progress 1. If the unit status is Requires an update, then select the checkbox in the Update column adjacent to the unit you wish to update.

  • Page 191: Firmware Update From The Map View Icon

    1. To perform a direct update from a specific unit, open the context menu and select Update Firmware. 2. Enter the password in the Password dialog box. 3. A DataNet system message will prompt you to confirm the update. Click Yes.
  • Page 192 4. The firmware will begin updating and you can monitor its progress in the unit’s tooltip as well as in the Firmware Update Center itself.

  • Page 193: Appendix A: Datanet Specifications

    Appendix A: DataNet Specifications A.1. Data Logger Input Types DNL910, DNL920 and PA Models External Inputs Internal Inputs Four external inputs with selectable DNL910 sensor type for each input: • PT-100 Temperature • 4 to 20 mA DNL920 • 0 to 1 V •...

  • Page 194: Dnl910 And Dnl920 Outputs

    (DNL920) (DNL920) Type: PT-100 Type: Digital sensor Range: 5 to 95 % Range: -20 to 50 ˚C Range: -20 to 50 ˚C Resolution: 0.5% Resolution: 0.1 ˚C Resolution: 0.1 ˚C Accuracy: Accuracy: ±0.3 ˚C Accuracy: ±0.5 ˚C 3% (DataNet software)
  • Page 195 4% (Logger LCD) Temperature Temperature Temperature Thermocouple J Thermocouple K Thermocouple T Range: -200 to 1,000 ˚C Range: -200 to 1,000 ˚C Range: -200 to 400 ˚C Resolution: 0.1 ˚C Resolution: 0.1 ˚C Resolution: 0.1 ˚C Accuracy: Accuracy: Accuracy: -200 to – 60 ˚C ±0.5 % -200 to –...

  • Page 196: Mini Datanet Sensor Specifications

    Temp resolution: 0.04 °C RH resolution: 0.5 % Temp accuracy: ±0.4 °C RH accuracy: ±3 % A.5. General Specifications DataNet Logger Sampling Features • Memory capacity: ~59,000 samples • Sampling rate: 1 per sec to 1 per every 2 hours •...
  • Page 197 DataNet RF Network Communication • Frequency: 2.4 GHz • Network units: 65,000 • Data rate: 250 Kbps • Full mesh network architecture supported • 128-bit network security encryption • Worldwide license-free DNR900, DNL910, DNL920, DNL910-PA and DNL920-PA Hardware Specifications Display •...
  • Page 198 Operating Temperature Range • -20 to 50 ˚C • Water and dust proof: IP54 DNR900 PC Communication • USB 2.0 compliance • Mini USB type B cable Casing • Plastic ABS box • Dimensions: 97 x 93 x 27 mm •...
  • Page 199 DNL804, DNL808 and DNL810 Hardware Specifications Power Supply • Internal 2/3 AA lithium battery • Battery voltage range: 2V - 3.6 V • Battery life: Up to 10 months depending on sampling rate Casing • Dimensions: 68 x 68.6 x 26.5 mm (without the cradle and the external antenna) •...

  • Page 200: System Requirements

    Processor: Pentium 800 MHz or Windows 2003, Windows XP SP2, and higher Windows Vista Memory: 256 MB RAM Browser: Internet Explorer 5.01 or Storage Memory: 250 MB available higher disk space for the DataNet application Screen Resolution: Minimum 1024 x...

  • Page 201: Appendix B: Safety Information And Fcc Ids

    Appendix B: Safety Information and FCC IDs The DataNet system complies with relevant safety regulations for data processing devices. Please contact Fourier Systems with any questions regarding DataNet safety issues. Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.
  • Page 202 DNL920: DNR800: FCC ID: XGO-DNL9XX FCC ID: XGO-DNR8XX This device complies with Part This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two is subject to the following two conditions: conditions: (1) This device may not cause...
  • Page 203 Dispose of the battery only in accordance with local regulations concerning potentially hazardous waste. Do not throw in the garbage bin. • Remove the battery when not using the DataNet loggers for a significant period of time e.g. when the DataNet loggers are placed in long-term storage.
  • Page 204 • Do not place the AC adapter on heat-sensitive material. • Do not charge the DataNet while situated in a carrying case or without sufficient airflow surrounding the loggers. • Do not expose the adapter to direct sunlight or water.

  • Page 205: Appendix C: Ordering Information

    Appendix C: Ordering Information For the full list of DataNet products, and place DataNet orders please visit www.fouriersystems.com/order or contact your local Fourier distributor: DataNet Product Suite Part Number Product Name Product Description DNR900 Receiver/Repeater Two-mode module for creating and managing DataNet ZigBee...
  • Page 206 Humidity sensors Battery operated Software CD and PC Suite including USB DN-PCSUITE Accessories communication cable, software CD and digital user guide GSM Modem GSM modem connecting to PC 12504 and integrates with DataNet software to enable sending of SMS alarm notifications...
  • Page 207 For connection between 12655 communication cable Receiver and PC 13330 3 m mini-USB For connection between communication cable Receiver and PC 12928 Replacement internal Replacement internal battery battery (for Mini for DNL808 and 810 DataNet) 2/3 AA 3.6 V lithium...
  • Page 208 Part Number Product Name Product Description...

  • Page 209: Appendix D: Figures And Tables

    FIGURE 1: ZIGBEE NETWORK DIAGRAM FIGURE 2: EXAMPLE OF DATANET NETWORK APPLICATION FIGURE 3: STANDARD DATANET MESH NETWORK ARCHITECTURE FIGURE 4: DATANET NETWORK WITH SHORT RANGE REPEATERS FIGURE 5: MAIN DATANET WINDOW FIGURE 6: ADDING RECEIVER ICON TO MAP VIEW FIGURE 7: RECEIVER TOOLTIP...
  • Page 210 FIGURE 24: RECEIVER/REPEATER FRONT PANEL FIGURE 25: MINI REPEATER EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS FIGURE 26: RECEIVER/REPEATER EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS FIGURE 27: DATANET LOGGER SENSOR INPUTS FIGURE 28: EXTERNAL ALARM SCHEMATIC FIGURE 29: USB COMMUNICATION CABLE FIGURE 30: INSTALLING SILICON LABS USB DRIVER –...
  • Page 211 FIGURE 55: GROUPING PLOTS BY UNITS FIGURE 56: STATISTICS VIEW FIGURE 57: EXAMPLE OF DATA EXPORTED TO EXCEL FIGURE 58: PRINTING A TABLE FIGURE 59: UPTODATA DIALOG MAIN WINDOW FIGURE 60: UPTODATA CLIENT SHOWING AVAILABLE UPDATES FIGURE 61: FIRMWARE UPDATE CENTER DIALOG List of Tables TABLE 1: DATA LOGGER PROGRAMMING LIMITATIONS 52 TABLE 2: DATA LOGGER BATTERY LIFE SCENARIOS...

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