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Aspion G-Log Series User Manual

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Monitoring shocks and climate during transport
Wireless, inexpensive, long lasting
Reliable recording of shocks during transport
Reliable recording of shocks
during transport
User manual
for the ASPION G-Log product family
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ASPION GmbH
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76149 Karlsruhe, Germany
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  • Page 1 Reliable recording of shocks during transport Reliable recording of shocks during transport User manual for the ASPION G-Log product family Find updates, FAQs and more useful information online in our ASPION customer portal at www.aspion.de   ASPION GmbH Abraham-Lincoln-Allee 12 76149 Karlsruhe, Germany ...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    System requirements ..........................14 Installation ............................... 14 2.1 Getting ready for installation: .NET framework and card reader ........... 14 2.2 Installing the ASPION G-Log Manager PC software ................ 14 2.3 Installing updates ..........................15 2.4 Deinstalling the software ........................ 15 2.5 Information about product version ....................
  • Page 3 Contents / General description Creating and editing profiles ........................22 6.1 Profile settings for ASPION G-Log ....................22 6.2 Profile settings for ASPION G-Log 2 ....................25 Global settings ............................29 Reading the sensor ..........................30 Stopping the sensor..........................31 10.
  • Page 4 Additional functions for data analyses ....................53 Automatic transfer of analyses ....................... 55 8.1 With the Smartphone App ......................55 8.2 With a remote computer ........................ 55 Contact and support .......................56 Manufacturer ..............................56 User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH Page 4...

  • Page 5: Aspion G-Log Shock Sensors

    ASPION G-Log shock sensors 0. General description With the ASPION G-Log shock sensor, you can record shocks, vibrations and climate data. It offers a 3-axes accelerometer and, depending on the product variant, an integrated temperature and humidity sensor. The following table shows you the available software versions and variants. You can reuse the sensor a number of times and for different transports.

  • Page 6: Variants

    ASPION G-Log shock sensors / Variants 1. Variants The following table lists the available variants of ASPION G-Log sensors. It lists the essential characteristics and differences. The ASPION G-Log Manager computer software as well as the apps can be used for all sensor variants. Characteristic...

  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    (Corrosion damage/short circuit)  Weight: approx. 50 g, dustproof and Waterproof, IP 65/67 protection waterproof  Approvals/Standards EC - Declaration of RED Directive 2014/53/EU  Conformity ROHS Directive 2011/65/EU and WEEE User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH Page 7...

  • Page 8: Aspion G-Log 2

    Maximum tightening torque: 0.4 - 0.5 Nm tape  Version IP 50 protection Protection through membrane  Weight: approx. 35 g  Penetration of fluids is to be prevented (Corrosion damage/short circuit) User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH Page 8...

  • Page 9: Conformity Declarations

    This Product contains: FCC ID: SQGBL652. This ID is printed on the front label of the product. IC ID: 3147A-BL652. This ID is printed on the front label of the product. User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH Page 9...
  • Page 10 FCC / ISED Caution Statement for Modifications: Aspion has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 11: Mounting

    Alternatively, you can use industrial adhesive tape (e.g. 3M) for fixing. When mounting the ASPION G-Log 2, make sure that you do not damage the lateral membrane used to protect the humidity sensor from splashing water. 5.2 Housing dimensions and mounting template...

  • Page 12: Battery Replacement For Aspion G-Log 2

    Battery replacement for ASPION G-Log 2 As soon as the battery of the ASPION G-Log 2 is exhausted, the sensor can no longer be read out. But all recorded data is stored in memory. To read the data and use the sensor again, replace the battery. Replace the battery only on a clean, dry and non-conductive work surface.

  • Page 13: Disposal

    The battery can be replaced by the manufacturer (this does not apply to the Waterproof variant). The battery of the ASPION G-Log 2 can be replaced by the user. When replacing the battery, be careful not to cause short circuits and follow the instructions.

  • Page 14: Aspion G-Log Manager - Pc Software

    USB connectivity for Identiv uTrust 3700 F card reader 2. Installation The required files and programs to set up the software are stored on the ASPION USB stick. Connect it to your USB slot. For the latest software versions and updates, additional product information and FAQs, please go to our internal ASPION customer portal, at www.aspion.de...

  • Page 15: Installing Updates

    2.3 Installing updates To install an update, follow the same steps as when installing the software for the first time, see ASPION G- Log Manager – PC software, chapter 2.2, “Installing the ASPION G-Log Manager PC software“. The update software automatically recognizes previously installed versions.

  • Page 16: Before Getting Started

    3.2 Important: Setting the sensor types The ASPION G-Log Manager is used to operate all ASPION G-Log sensors. Therefore, first set the sensor type(s) that you are using: ASPION G-Log (incl. Waterproof) and/or ASPION G-Log 2.
  • Page 17 ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Before getting started You set the sensor type or both sensor types as follows:  Select Global settings in the left area.     Select the sensor type(s) you use: ASPION G-Log and Waterproof = light gray housing ASPION G-Log 2 = blue housing ...

  • Page 18: Operating The Sensor

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Operating the sensor 4. Operating the sensor 4.1 Defining the settings You define the sensor details for your shipment with the Write sensor function.  Select the Write sensor function in the left area ...
  • Page 19 Select the desired profile here. The profile details will immediately be displayed in the content area. Only the profiles of the set sensor type will be listed, see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 3.2, “Important: Setting the sensor types”.

  • Page 20: Transferring Data To Sensor

    Current battery life in percent; display at mouse over Errors and problem solving Possible error messages, causes and hints for problem solving: Please refer to ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 10, “Errors and problem solving”. User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH Page 20...

  • Page 21: Usage List

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Usage list 5. Usage list The usage list shows all sensors that you have used with the Write sensor function including the defined settings. This helps you to keep track of your activated sensors including all details at any time.

  • Page 22: Creating And Editing Profiles

    6.1 Profile settings for ASPION G-Log You will receive three default profiles with the ASPION G-Log (incl. Waterproof) to make orientation easier: "Standard low", "Standard medium" and "Standard high". With the settings, you can define the battery lifespan and threshold values for which an event is recorded if the values are above or below this defined threshold.
  • Page 23 This excludes the first shock value and the 8 peak shock values, see ASPION G-Log shock sensors, chapter 3.1., "Technical data ASPION G-Log". Important: with some combinations of selected threshold and shock duration, you may not receive relevant and useful recordings.
  • Page 24 To monitor sensor activity, a shock event is triggered automatically in regular intervals. This event is called activity event and is also used to visualize the orientation, see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 10, "Data analysis". Here you can define the time of the interval in days or hours or deactivate this function.

  • Page 25: Profile Settings For Aspion G-Log 2

    Export your profiles with the Export all button and save the file (YYYY-MM-TT_Profiles.ZIP) locally. Transfer this file to the computer of the other user on which the ASPION G-Log Manager is also installed. Import the profiles with Import all. The existing exported profiles are added to the existing installation.
  • Page 26 It is called activity event for orientation and climate. The shock events are used to visualize the orientation, see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 10, "Orientation". The climate events record climate data for the selected interval independently of the set threshold values, which are displayed in the analyses together with other climate data if the values are above or below the set threshold.
  • Page 27 ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Creating and editing profiles Calculation table for memory capacity as orientation aid for the setting of activity events. Set Interval Memory capacity duration of approximately hourly 20 days every 3 hours 59 days...
  • Page 28 Export your profiles with the Export all button and save the file (YYYY-MM-TT_Profiles.ZIP) locally. Transfer this file to the computer of the other user on which the ASPION G-Log Manager is also installed. Import the profiles with Import all. The existing exported profiles are added to the existing installation.

  • Page 29: Global Settings

    Tip: Select only the sensor type which you are planning to use productively. This returns a better overview of the necessary information and functions. With the rights to the smartphone App, you control the behavior of the ASPION G-Log App: User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH...

  • Page 30: Reading The Sensor

    Enter a PIN (up to 4 digits, only numbers). Now, the events that were recorded are hidden for the user when reading out the sensor with the ASPION G-Log App. Only if the user enters the PIN, the ASPION G- Log App displays all events, see ASPION G-Log App for smartphones.

  • Page 31: Stopping The Sensor

     With the Go to data analysis button or the Data analysis function, you go to the events, see ASPION G- Log Manager – PC software, chapter 10, “Data analysis“. Further results after the data has been read out ...

  • Page 32: Data Analysis

    ASPION G-Log (incl. Waterproof) and ASPION G-Log 2 are different for only the recording of temperature and climate events, they are described in separate chapters (10.5 Temperature for ASPION G-Log and 10.6 Climate for ASPION G-Log 2). The evaluation of shock events, shock details and orientation are identical.
  • Page 33 G-Log format. Now he or she sends the file to a colleague in the main office via e-mail. This colleague imports the analysis in his or her ASPION G-Log Manager version.

  • Page 34: Shock Events

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Data analysis 10.2 Shock events  Select the Data analysis function in the left area. Select the desired analysis from the list area to the right. Click on the Stop sensor tab. ...

  • Page 35: Schock Details

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Data analysis 10.3 Schock details The detailed data of a shock event is essential for evaluations and interpretation in the event of damage. The sensor records the temporal course of a shock of all three axes in milliseconds: This particular subset of...

  • Page 36: Orientation

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Data analysis The following recordings of shock details and their interpretation support you to better classify your own curves of shock details. Vibration curves: Typical curve Curve display for Short pulses of short duration...

  • Page 37: Temperature Events With Aspion G-Log

    Case 2: If the temperature remains permanently outside the permitted range, a temperature event is stored approx. every 10 hours at the end of the recording. Please also refer to ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 6.1, "Profile settings for ASPION G- Log".

  • Page 38: Climate Events With Aspion G-Log 2

    10.6 Climate events with ASPION G-Log 2 You have many analysis options for climate recording with ASPION G-Log 2. In the following, the analysis is described in general and various configurations and their application are explained in further examples (We make no claim to completeness).
  • Page 39 0.6°C or 4% from the previous value or returns to the permitted range, another climate event is recorded. Please also refer to ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 6.2, "Profile settings for ASPION G- Log 2". If activity events are activated, a climate event is stored according to the set interval and displayed during the course of the event, independent of the selected threshold values.
  • Page 40 ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Data analysis Data recording function for activity events: The figure to the left does not include any threshold values. The recording of temperature and humidity values which exceed the thresholds is deactivated. The recorded climate data is generated by activating the activity events in the specified interval.

  • Page 41: Help, Errors And Problem Solving

    ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software / Help, errors and problem solving 11. Help, errors and problem solving In the lower left-hand corner, you find the Help button. When clicking this button, you open the manual as PDF in your PDF reader. You can navigate in the contents to directly go to the required chapter. The following table helps you with errors that may occur and explains you the possible steps to solve the problem.

  • Page 42: Problems With The Nfc Card Reader And Windows 7

    If you enter „dword:00000001“ instead of „dword:00000000“ as a value for "EnableScPnP“ the service is enabled again. For FAQs and more helpful information, please go to our ASPION customer portal at www.aspion.de. User manual – Version 3.2/11-19 Copyright © ASPION GmbH...

  • Page 43: Aspion G-Log App For Smartphones

    ASPION G-Log App for smartphones 1. Description and installation Using the ASPION G-Log Apps, you can read out a sensor directly and, if required, stop it. The smartphone must be NFC capable, ASPION G-Log 2 can also optionally be read out via BLE. The table in chapter 2 explains the requirements and functions.

  • Page 44: Short Descriptions For Customers

    App for your customers is included in the delivered product on the USB stick or you can download it from our ASPION customer portal on our website. You can complete the template with your individual data.

  • Page 45: App Functions

    2.1 Stopping the sensor via the App – available only for Android If a PIN to stop the recording was entered in Global settings (see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 7, "Global settings"), you can stop the sensor with the Smartphone App. If no PIN was entered, then this function is not executed.

  • Page 46: Display Of Events Is Protected By Pin

    2.2 Display of events is protected by PIN If a PIN to display the events was entered in the Global settings (see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 7, "Global settings"), the smartphone app only displays general information but no possibly recorded shock or temperature events, or activity events.

  • Page 47: Aspion G-Log Premium

     an automatic transfer of analyses read out with the ASPION G-Log Manager computer software and the NFC card readers which are not connected to the network (referred to as remote computer in the following), as well as their added combination (e.g. for service employees without Smartphone App and without access to a network drive).

  • Page 48: Network Installation

    We recommend to install the master program on a computer which is regularly used. Data is only transferred from the Cloud to the network, if the ASPION G-Log Manager Premium software is started on this computer. Then all users will be able to see all new data analyses.

  • Page 49: General Setting For Program Files

    In doing so, you enable all users to access all program data in the network. 3.2 Export setting The ASPION G-Log configuration program offers the following settings to export data analyses:   ...
  • Page 50 Default export directory: here you define the directory which is automatically suggested as export directory when exporting a data analysis from ASPION G-Log Manager Premium. If you do not enter a value, the directory of the last export is used.

  • Page 51: Cloud Storage Setting And Access Control

    Cloud storage and the forwarding of this data to the master program installation. Data analyses which are read out with the ASPION G-Log Smartphone App are transferred to this Cloud storage via WLAN/mobile telephony by the App. The same applies to the transfer of analyses that are read out from a remote computer with ASPION G-Log Manager and card reader, for example, by service employees in the field.

  • Page 52: Program Installation For Additional Users

    Please follow the following steps to install the program for additional users with shared access in the network: Install the ASPION G-Log Manager locally on the computer, see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 2, "Installation". Start the "G-LogConfig.exe“ configuration program via the context menu (right click), "Run as administrator":...

  • Page 53: Working With The Sensors

    5. Working with the sensors The operation of the sensors in the ASPION G-Log Premium version is the same as in the Standard version, see ASPION G-Log Manager – PC software, chapter 4-10. Users will not notice any differences when using the sensors.
  • Page 54 Export. If the archive function is also activated, these analyses are also stored as ZIP file in the defined directory, see ASPION G-Log Premium, chapter 3.2, "Export setting". Map view The shock locations are displayed in a digital map.

  • Page 55: Automatic Transfer Of Analyses

    8. Automatic transfer of analyses Users of the Smartphone App as well as users of the ASPION G-Log Manager on a remote computer benefit from the automatic transfer of data without further action. As soon as an Internet connection is available, the analyzed data is automatically transferred to the Cloud.

  • Page 56: Contact And Support

    Analyses with have not yet been transferred to the Cloud. As soon as an Internet connection is available and the ASPION G-Log Manager is executed, the analyzed data is automatically transferred to the Cloud and marked accordingly. Contact and support...

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