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USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER
CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger User Manual
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CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER USER
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CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger User Manual
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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger User Manual Document Number: CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger User Manual Client: User Date: 1 December 2020 Issue: V1.0 Status: Draft Classification: Confidential S/W File Name CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger User Manual.docx Copyright Cape Digital Solutions.
  • Page 2 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER AMENDMENT HISTORY Issue Date Amendment Details Amended By 1 December 2020 Compile document Alex Romanov DOCUMENT NAME CLASSIFICATION DATE PAGE CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER USER CONFIDENTIAL 15-JUL-21 2 OF 30 MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.9 Installation considerations ....................14 Logger Setup ....................15 2.1 Setup via Bluetooth Configure ................... 15 2.2 CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup via Remote Configure ........27 2.3 CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup via Offline Script Configure ........ 29 DOCUMENT NAME CLASSIFICATION DATE...

  • Page 4: Cds545 Nimbus Modbus Logger

    The Nimbus Modbus Logger has been designed to allow for easy installation and setup without the need for a complicated server infrastructure. Setup and management software (CloudWorks) is also supplied free of charge to allow clients to manage their own networks and data. There are no monthly charges for collecting and hosting data as the client can provide this service themselves.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER  Isolated 4-20mA interface. Used for any sensing device with a 4-20mA output.  Onboard 24V 30mA power generator. The Nimbus Modbus logger can generate a stable 24V output at a maximum of 30mA allowing for the powering of an external piece of equipment or current loop device eliminating the need for a secondary power supply.

  • Page 6: Architecture

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Architecture 3G GSM Bluetooth Interface Interface Non volatile Central Input RS485 / memory Processor Interface Modbus 24V 30mA 2 wire Isolated Power Generator 4-20mA Input Management External 12V 3 x Alkaline Power Supply...

  • Page 7: Led And Button Functions

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER LED and button functions On the front of the logger, there are 2 LED's and a touch sensitive 'SELECT' button. Internally on the reverse side of the lid is the Bluetooth reset button.

  • Page 8: Connections

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER In order to reset the Bluetooth interface, with the housing open, please follow the below procedure.  Remove all power from the logger - remember to remove the batteries if external power is present.

  • Page 9: External Power Supply / Solar System Connection

    1.7.1 The CDS545 Nimbus Modbus logger can be powered entirely from an external 12V (8-15V) 2A power supply or solar power source. Using a solar power source and also populating the logger with alkaline batteries means that the logger can be put into dual mode.

  • Page 10: Using The Rs485/Modbus Interface

    The Nimbus Modbus logger is equipped with a fully isolated RS485/Modbus interface. This interface is used for the connection to specific equipment with these kinds of output interfaces. e.g. ABB Aquamaster flow meters. These available devices are normally listed in the CloudWorks software as specific applications. Below are the connections for a Aquamaster flow meter.
  • Page 11 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Example configuration for connection to an Aquamaster 3/4 flow meter Aquamaster 3/4 Modbus Setup = 19200 baud, 8 bits, Even parity, 1 stop bit Example configuration for connection to an Watermaster flow meter...
  • Page 12 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Example configuration for connection Cloudworks Hydrostatic BGT sensor BGT Sensor Modbus Setup = 9600 baud, 8 bits, None parity, 1 stop bit DOCUMENT NAME CLASSIFICATION DATE PAGE CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER USER CONFIDENTIAL...

  • Page 13: Sim Card And Battery Installation

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER 1.8 Sim card and battery installation The CDS545 Nimbus logger uses a MicroSIM and is installed as follows. 1. Slide the cover plate backwards to unlock. 2. Flip the cover plate up to expose the connections.

  • Page 14: Installation Considerations

    1.9 Installation considerations The CDS545 Nimbus Modbus logger is environmentally rated to IP68 - max1.2m. In order to achieve this, it is critical that any cables entering the logger are properly sealed by the IP68 gland. This gland is designed to only have one cable exiting the logger and not multiple ones.

  • Page 15: Logger Setup

    2.1 Setup via Bluetooth Configure The CDS545 Nimbus Modbus logger has an onboard Bluetooth interface which allows for the device configuration to be done locally. There are two different places in the software to activate the Bluetooth connection. The first option is from the log in screen at start up.
  • Page 16 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER The second option is on the Zone screen by pressing the 'Device Setup' button. Activating this function will launch the Bluetooth Server which will search for the available remote devices in the immediate vicinity.
  • Page 17 Once the Bluetooth connection has been established, Cloudworks will automatically activate the correct configuration screen needed for each device type. This device will immediately be placed into Command Mode and the current setup data retrieved and displayed on the right hand screen.
  • Page 18 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER To switch between the Diagnostic Mode and Command Mode, simply press the 'Command/Connect' button. Switching from the Diagnostic Mode to Command Mode can take several seconds depending on what the logger is currently executing.
  • Page 19 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Signal Strength Signal strength of the last GSM communications, expressed as a percentage. Local IP Local IP address assigned by the GSM network. This data is important when using a static IP system to ensure that the correct IP has been assigned to the logger.
  • Page 20 Very important here is the 'Vendor Code'. The Cloudworks System supports multiple databases. What this means is that the server will automatically populate the database that is associated with a specific logger. Each database and logger has a Vendor Code assigned to it.
  • Page 21 NBIoT networks because of their slow communications properties. Cloudworks loggers support the use of simcard pin codes. How this works is - should a simcard have a pincode activated, it will request the pincode when the modem powers up and starts connecting to the network. If the pincode field here is populated, the logger will offer this code to the network, allowing it to connect.
  • Page 22 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Also, if there are multiple meters attached it could contain multiple serial numbers separated by a comma for instance. Any data that is useful could be stored here. The 'Engineering' box contains parameters involved with the setup of onboard functions of the logger. The are several communications monitoring parameters that are set to ensure that the communications to the logger are functional and stable.
  • Page 23 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER This logger can operate in one of three power configurations. Mode Notes Mains In this mode the logger will be continuously connected to the server allowing for the streaming of real time data.
  • Page 24 The Bluetooth interface may be setup with or without access via password. The password used is the Bluetooth Password setup under the General Setup option in CloudWorks. As long as the logger's requested password and the system Bluetooth Password are the same, the connection will be established.
  • Page 25 Upgrading firmware on the logger can be done through the Bluetooth interface. Newer versions of the software for each type of device is embedded into the Cloudworks software so will not need an internet connection to collect the data. When in Command Mode, press the 'Upgrade Firmware' button. The first thing the software will do is to determine the current firmware version on the logger and see if there is an upgrade available.
  • Page 26 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Once the upgrade is complete, the following message will be displayed. Please power cycle the logger and then reconnect the Bluetooth interface if you wish to carry out further configurations. A note about power cycling a logger - when a logger is in battery mode and asleep, disconnecting the battery will not cycle the device.

  • Page 27: Cds545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup Via Remote Configure

    2.2 CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup via Remote Configure Once the remote connection has been established, Cloudworks will automatically download the current setup data and display it on the screen. This data can be refreshed at any time by pressing the 'Refresh' button in the top menu.
  • Page 28 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER cause the connection to re-establish. Bear in mind, if these parameters have changed, the logger may re-connect to a completely different server so will go offline here preventing you from making any further changes.

  • Page 29: Cds545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup Via Offline Script Configure

    USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER 2.3 CDS545 Nimbus Modbus Logger Setup via Offline Script Configure Once activated, the correct blank Scripting Editor screen will be displayed, ready for the capture of the settings that need to be altered.
  • Page 30 USER MANUAL : CDS545 NIMBUS MODBUS LOGGER Pending commands are those that still need to be executed. Listed also is the response to each command for diagnostic purposes. You can read back the current script to determine its status at any point by pressing the 'Read Script' button.

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