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- Page 1 INW CT2X Conductivity Smart Sensor and Data Logger Instructions PROUDLY MADE IN THE 9001:2008...
- Page 2 CT2X INSTRUCTIONS Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 2 inwusa.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
(Does not apply to lithium batteries.) • Change the batteries at least every 12 months. • If the sensor will not be deployed for 3 months or more, remove the batteries. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 3 inwusa.com... -
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION CT2X INSTRUCTIONS The INW CT2X Smart Sensor is a microprocessor-based calibration methodology. Temperature is measured using a submersible conductivity/temperature sensor with built- borosilicate glass encapsulated thermistor. in data logging. This device stores thousands of records The CT2X is powered internally with two AA batteries. -
Page 5: Specifications
200 msec Max operating pressure 1.1 x full scale Over pressure protection 3x full scale up to 100psi—for > 300psi (650 ft or 200 m), contact Seametrics Burst pressure 550 psi (approx. 2000 ft or 600 m) Environmental IP68, NEMA 6P *Specifications subject to change. -
Page 6: Initial Inspection And Handling
Don’t support sensor Lower gently to prevent over edge of well May close off vent tube with the connector damage May nick or fray the and/or weaken internal Use a strain relief device cable wires Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 6 inwusa.com... -
Page 7: Installation
Connecting via RS232 Serial Port Computer Cableless Sensor Configuration Connect the weather-resistant connector to your computer’s serial port as shown below. Connecting sensor to your computer using a USB to Serial adapter and an interface cable. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 7 inwusa.com... -
Page 8: Cable Wiring
Non-Linear box on the Settings and Calibration window. Yellow Modbus D+ (Not used) Brown The temperature coefficient box will disappear. SDI-12 Signal Blue 12 VDC- (GND) Shield Earth ground For SDI-12 with firmware 2.0 or higher — without connector Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 8 inwusa.com... -
Page 9: Using Without Aqua4Plus Or Aqua4Plus Lite Software
11.55 feet of water and the sensor should not be installed at a depth below 11.55 feet. If the sensor is installed below its maximum range, damage may result to the sensor and the output reading will not be correct. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 9 inwusa.com... -
Page 10: Settings And Calibration
Settings and Calibration window.) If using secondary reference equipment, you must have its Sample Conductivity Setting and Calibration Window temperature compensation set zero. (Numbers refer to steps on this and the next page.) Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 10 inwusa.com... - Page 11 • Click OK (#13) to save the values to the sensor. — Verifying Settings — • Using the Real Time Monitor, take a few readings to verify it is reading as expected. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 11 inwusa.com...
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Page 12: Pressure Channel
7. Click the Apply button to accept the new slope and offset. 8. Click the OK button, to save your changes to the sensor. See following pages for detailed instructions for Depth/ Submergence settings, Depth-to-Water settings, Elevation settings, and Staff Gauge settings.. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 12 inwusa.com... -
Page 13: Depth/Submergence
Using the Real Time Monitor, take a few readings to verify it is reading as expected. IMPORTANT NOTE! When taking readings on an absolute sensor, you will need to SUBTRACT the current barometric pressure to get submergence. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 13 inwusa.com... -
Page 14: Elevation Above Sea Level
SUBTRACT the current barometric pressure to get a staff gauge reading. IMPORTANT NOTE! When taking readings on an absolute sensor, you will need to SUBTRACT the current barometric pressure to get elevation. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 14 inwusa.com... -
Page 15: Operation
The File Display window displays your data in a tabular format. Using the Logging Schedule Window, describe the test steps for your particular test. The Graph window displays your data on an X Y coordinate graph. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 15 inwusa.com... -
Page 16: Exporting Data
Modbus or via SDI-12, will return values using these units. (Note: These settings do not affect the units used on the Aqua4Plus/Aqua4Plus Lite display. Refer to the software instructions for details.) Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 16 inwusa.com... -
Page 17: Power Consideration
Register Addresses for the CT2X Zero based One based Temperature 62592 62593 Conductivity (Linear) 62594 62595 Conductivity (nLFn) 62596 62597 Pressure 62598 62599 Salinity* 62600 62601 TDS* 62602 62603 *Firmware version 2.7 or higher Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 17 inwusa.com... -
Page 18: Reading Via Sdi-12
<a>D0! <a>+155.0127<cr><lf> Read nLFn conductivity <a>M4! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request pressure measurement only <a>D0! <a>12.0512<cr><lf> Read pressure <a>M5! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request salinity measurement only <a>D0! <a>+20.7862<cr><lf> Read salinity <a>M6! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request TDS measurement only <a>D0! <a>14700.9<cr><lf> Read TDS Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 18 inwusa.com... - Page 19 <a>D0! <a>+155.0127<cr><lf> Read nLFn conductivity <a>C4! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request pressure measurement only <a>D0! <a>12.0512<cr><lf> Read pressure <a>C5! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request salinity measurement only <a>D0! <a>+20.7862<cr><lf> Read salinity <a>C6! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request TDS measurement only <a>D0! <a>14700.9<cr><lf> Read TDS Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 19 inwusa.com...
- Page 20 Request pressure measurement only <a>D0! <a>12.0512 {crc} <cr><lf> Read pressure <a>CC5! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request salinity measurement only <a>D0! <a>+20.7862 {crc} <cr><lf> Read salinity <a>CC6! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request TDS measurement only <a>D0! <a>14700.9 {crc} <cr><lf> Read TDS Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 20 inwusa.com...
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Page 21: Maintenance
Water inlet time to replace. Replacement desiccant and hydrophobic filters can be purchased from Seametrics. End cone To Change the Desiccant: Gently twist off the end cone and carefully remove debris •... -
Page 22: Changing Batteries
In order to compress the black square ring, the sensor must be secured so that you can apply downward pressure to compress the ring. This can be done by holding in your hand, using a vise, or using pliers, as follows. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 22 inwusa.com... - Page 23 3. Place the sensor in a vise clamping gently on the knurled area. You do not need to clamp the vise very hard. Continue to Removing the Housing on the next column. Cableless Sensor Cableless Sensor—gripping on knurled area Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 23 inwusa.com...
- Page 24 6. Gently press down until the assembly stops and then twist it into place. It will click in and decompress the gasket when it is fully engaged. Connector connected properly Properly completed—black ring uncompressed Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 24 inwusa.com...
- Page 25 Loose or broken wires in connector Repair or return for evaluation and repair Damaged cable, broken, cracked, or fraying Replace cable No apparent damage upon visual inspection Return for evaluation and repair (Continued on next page) Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 25 inwusa.com...
- Page 26 Loose or broken wires in connector Repair or return for evaluation and repair Damaged cable, cracked or fraying Replace cable Moisture in the unit Return for evaluation and repair Damaged transmitter Return for evaluation and repair Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 26 inwusa.com...
- Page 27 WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER CT2X INSTRUCTIONS LIMITED WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER - INW CT2X CONDUCTIVITY/TEMPERATURE SENSOR A. Seller warrants that products manufactured by Seller when properly installed, shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. Seller’s obligation under this warranty shall be limited to replacing or repairing the part or parts or, at Seller’s option, the products which prove defective in material or workmanship within TWO (2) years from the date...
- Page 28 Seametrics • 19026 72nd Avenue South • Kent, Washington 98032 • USA LT-14308r16.0-20161118 (P) 253.872.0284 • (F) 253.872.0285 • 1.800.975.8153 • inwusa.com 11/18/16...
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