Table of contents: Overview..........................4 General ..........................4 Compatibility with previous models of probes and docking stations ........6 General description of the HygroLog HL-NT ............... 7 Models ..........................7 Required accessories ......................8 HygroLog HL-NT inputs ....................... 9 Power supply ........................12 Memory card ........................
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 3 of 75 Document title Applicability: This manual is valid for instruments with firmware version 2.0x (see MENU - Instrument or check using the ROTRONIC HW4 software, Device Manager).
AC adapter, (b) to configure the HygroLog HL-NT and communicate with a PC, (c) to connect the HygroLog HL-NT to a network and (d) to mount the HygroLog HL-NT to a wall or to place the HygroLog HL-NT on the optional desk-top stand.
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The most basic model of docking station simply provides a means of mounting the HygroLog HL- NT to a wall and of powering the HygroLog HL-NT with an external AC adapter. All other models offer the same functionality as the basic model and also provide a communication port (RS232, USB or RJ45 / Ethernet) as well as additional inputs for probes and external contacts.
RS-485 drop-down networks: the HygroLog HL-NT is compatible with previous versions of the HygroLog NT and with other legacy products. The HygroLog HL-NT cannot be used in the same RS-485 drop-down as a HF4 or HF5 transmitters or any product that rely on the RO-ASCII communications protocol.
Document Type Page 7 of 75 Document title General description of the HygroLog HL-NT Models Basic models without display and keypad HygroLog HL-NT2: logger for plug-in HygroClip 2 probe (probe is not included and must be ordered separately). Probe model HC2-S can be mounted either internally or in the extended position.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 8 of 75 Document title Required accessories ● Models without display/keypad: The following accessories are required in order to be able to use the logger:...
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 9 of 75 Document title HygroLog HL-NT inputs 2.3.1 Probe input 1 HygroLog HL-NT2-P, HL-NT2-DP, HL-NT3-P and HL-NT3-DP: these models are supplied with an internal HC2-S plug-in probe.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 11 of 75 Document title Notes: For maximum protection against vandalism, use the HC2-S probe in the retracted position. For a faster response, use the probe in the extended position.
12 of 75 Document title Power supply The HygroLog HL-NT ships with a regular 9V battery which must be inserted first (see battery replacement). To conserve battery power, models with the LC display and keypad are shipped with the Display Sleep function enabled (see Software Functions).
HW4 to the minimum of 5 sec. Because of the requirement to keep track of the date and time, the HygroLog HL-NT does not have a power on/off switch. Every minute, both the date and time are recorded to the internal EEPROM.
Memory card The HygroLog HL-NT has a non-volatile 64 kb EEPROM internal memory that is used to save the logger configuration data, the logger events and to temporarily hold measurement data. The main memory is a plug-in flash memory card. As a standard, the HygroLog HL-NT ships with a 64 MB card.
LED Indicators The HygroLog HL-NT is equipped with a green and red LED. The logger can be configured with HW4 to have the green side of the LED flash when logging is active. The red side of the LED can be made to flash when there is an alarm condition (see note below) and / or when the logger requires attention (low battery, flash memory card full, etc.)
Some of the above parameters require barometric pressure as an input. When an analog pressure probe is connected to one of the HygroLog HL-NT inputs, the logger can be set to use the measurement from this probe. When no pressure probe is being used, a fixed pressure value can be used.
Multiple inputs cannot be recorded to the same file. The HygroLog HL-NT automatically generates each file name. A file name consists of 8 digits followed by the extension LOG or XLS. The first 4 digits are the same as the last 4 digits...
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If the flash memory card is removed when logging is active, the HygroLog HL-NT will stop logging until a new card is inserted. Unless the stop date and time have been reached, logging will start again under the next available file name when a new card is inserted.
This value is used for both the low and the high alarm conditions. The HygroLog HL-NT has a red LED which can be set with HW4 to flash whenever the value of any parameter corresponds to an alarm condition. The LED can be set to flash only as long as the alarm condition exits or it can be set to provide a durable alarm and, in this case, it will to keep flashing until the alarm is reset.
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Sleep function is effective both in the measure and in the record mode. The display of the HygroLog HL-NT can be set to be always on. It can also be set to automatically go blank after 30 seconds, 1, 5, 10 or 20 minutes when no key is being pressed or when there is no communication with a PC.
Part of the procedure to ensure conformity to the FDA requirements is to use the HW4 software to disable the MENU key on the HygroLog HL-NT keypad. The MENU key is the only key that can be used to make changes to the HygroLog HL-NT. When this procedure is implemented, the events recorded by the HygroLog HL-NT are the result of an interaction with the HW4 software.
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 22 of 75 Document title The logger event file is split between the internal memory of the logger (up to 170 events) and the flash memory card (practically unlimited number of events).
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 23 of 75 Document title Event Description Humidity adjusted Humidity adjustment of the probe connected to input # Temperature adjusted Temperature adjustment of the probe connected to input #...
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 24 of 75 Document title Event Description New device time Device date and time after change (firmware v1.2a and up) RS-485 address...
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 25 of 75 Document title 2.11 Operating limits (electronics only) Models without display: ● -10…50°C with the factory supplied alkaline battery ●...
PC with the ROTRONIC HW4 software installed. The connector located on the back of the HygroLog HL-NT is meant to be used with one of the available docking stations (UART interface). When installed on a PC, the ROTRONIC HW4 software is used to configure the HygroLog HL-NT, to program its logging function, to download the recorded data and to adjust the probes connected to the logger against a reference environment.
All models of docking station have the same physical dimensions and can be used either as a mechanical adapter to place the HygroLog HL-NT on the optional desk-top stand or as a bracket to mount the HygroLog HL-NT to a wall. Docking stations are available in the following configurations: 3.1.1...
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 28 of 75 Document title 3.1.3 Docking stations with USB interface HL-DS-NT3: receptacle for AC adapter, one USB port and one RS485 port (multi-drop).
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Docking stations with wired Ethernet interface Note: with any of the following models, use an extension cable to separate all probes from either the HygroLog HL-NT or docking station so as to avoid measurement errors due to self-heating by the docking station.
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Docking stations with wireless Ethernet interface Note: with any of the following models, use an extension cable to separate all probes from either the HygroLog HL-NT or docking station so as to avoid measurement errors due to self-heating by the docking station.
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 31 of 75 Document title Network Interface – Wireless LAN Standard IEEE 802.11b Frequency 2.4 GHz Data Rate Up to 11 Mbps with automatic fallback Modulation CCK (11/5.5 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps)
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 32 of 75 Document title Installation Installation is the same for all models of docking station. To mount the docking station to a wall, use the two holes shown on the right.
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 33 of 75 Document title 3.2.1 Connector identification HL-DS-U1 Probe input 4 Probe input 6 (HC2 / 0…2.5 V) (HC2 / 0…2.5 V)
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 34 of 75 Document title HL-DS-U2-420 Probe input 4 Probe input 6 (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA) (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA) Probe input 7 Probe input 5 (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA)
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 35 of 75 Document title HL-DS-U4-420 Probe input 4 Probe input 6 (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA) (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA) RJ45 Probe input 5 (HC2 / 0(4)…20 mA)
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 36 of 75 Document title HL-DS-PT2 Input 4: RTD Input 6: RTD Connector type: Connector type: Binder ET-409 Binder ET-409 Input 7: RTD...
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 38 of 75 Document title 3.2.2 HygroClip 2 probes By default inputs 4, 5, 7 and 7 of docking stations HL-DS-U1, HL-DS-U2, HL-DS-U4 and HL-DS- U4-WL are configured by the factory to accept a HygroClip 2 probe.
1-point adjustment (global offset). 3.2.6 Logical inputs (on / off) Several models of docking station allow the HygroLog HL-NT to process up to 2 logical inputs. Typically this is used to monitor a relay contact, a door contact, etc. Relay contacts Docking station model HL-DS-R1 features two independent relays, each with 3 contacts: normally closed, normally open and common.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 40 of 75 Document title Pin-out diagrams Note: all pin-out diagrams are shown from the solder side of the matching connector •...
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 41 of 75 Document title • Docking stations HL-DS-PT2, HL-DS-PT4 and HL-DS-PT4-WL: direct Pt100 RTD (Binder ET-409 connector) 1: DC (+)
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 42 of 75 Document title • Docking stations with RS-485 port (Binder ET-409 connecotr) 1: 485 (-) 2: 485 (+) 3: GND (see note)
Document title HW4 software The HygroLog HL-NT requires a docking station with the appropriate interface to be able to communicate with a PC with the ROTRONIC HW4 software installed (version 2.3.0 or higher). Detailed instructions are provided in the HW4 manuals (see Supporting documents at the end of this manual).
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 44 of 75 Document title Operating System Compatibility o Windows XP, NT4 with SP 6a or higher, Vista o Windows 2000 with SP 2 or higher o Windows Server 2003 HW4 was written for the Microsoft .NET framework (version 2.0) and requires this framework to be...
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 45 of 75 Document title Settings and functions accessible only with HW4 Device configuration settings • User specific information (retained in the logger) •...
Enable HW4 to monitor system events (see HW4 manual - Global Settings - General) Enable protocols in HW4 (see HW4 manual - Device Manager - Device Manager Settings) If the HygroLog HL-NT has a display and keypad, disable the MENU key (see HW4 manual - Device Manager - HygroLog HL-NT - Keypad).
Document title Getting started Insert a 9V alkaline battery in the HygroLog HL-NT as explained under Hardware Description - Power. To conserve battery power, models with a display are shipped with the Display Sleep function enabled. With this function enabled and when logging is not active, the logger just keeps track of the date and time and uses very little battery power.
The HygroLog HL-NT uses a monochrome graphic LC display with backlight. The backlight works only when the HygroLog HL-NT is powered via a docking station. The normal function of the display is to show the most recent measured values, one at a time. The display is also used to navigate the Function Menu of the HygroLog HL-NT.
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IMPORTANT: the HW4 software can be used to disable either the MENU key or the entire keypad. If the keypad does not work, you should check the configuration of the HygroLog HL-NT with HW4. Disabling the MENU key prevents unauthorized changes to the configuration of the HygroLog HL- NT and also prevents any probe adjustment.
Measured value 1 (usually relative humidity Measured value 2 (usually temperature) Date and time Probe / input description (as entered with HW4 when configuring the HygroLog HL-NT) Note: The bottom line of the display remains empty if no description was entered for the probe input.
Settings and functions accessible from the Keypad Note: access to the following functions can be prevented by disabling the MENU key when configuring the HygroLog HL-NT with the HW4 software. The following settings can be entered / programmed from either the Keypad or with the HW4 software: •...
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 53 of 75 Document title Internal function menu (models with display and keypad) 8.5.1 Log data This menu item is used to immediately start or stop recording data from each individual input. Log operations that are set in the future and / or settings that apply globally to all probe inputs cannot be programmed from here.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 54 of 75 Document title 8.5.2 View data This menu item is used to view on the LC display data from the most recent log file for the selected probe (older log files cannot be opened with this menu item).
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Adjust This menu item can be used to do a 1-point adjustment of any ROTRONIC HygroClip 2 probe that is connected to the HygroLog HL-NT or docking station. The adjust function cannot be used with other types of probe. IMPORTANT: see the instructions provided under “HygroClip probe adjustment procedures” before using this function.
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56 of 75 Document title 8.5.4 Settings This menu item allows both to review and to modify some of the settings of the HygroLog HL-NT and to cancel (reset) a permanent alarm condition. • Trend: turn trend indicators on or off.
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Document Type Page 57 of 75 Document title 8.5.5 Instrument This menu item provides information on the HygroLog HL-NT. No changes can be made from within this menu item. • Release: firmware release • S/N: serial number •...
Document title 8.5.7 Docking station This menu item provides information on any docking station with internal electronics that is attached to the HygroLog HL-NT. No changes can be made from within this menu item. • Status: Connected / Not Detected •...
• In the case of a docking station with an internal Ethernet (TCP/IP) module, the Baud rate of the Ethernet module must be the same as the Baud rate of the HygroLog HL-NT used with the docking station. Devices and internal Ethernet modules with mismatched Baud rate will not communicate together.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 60 of 75 Document title Ethernet local area network ROTRONIC devices with an Ethernet (TCP/IP) interface presently use an internal module manufactured by Digi International (Digi Connect ME for a wired connection, Digi Connect WI-ME for a wireless connection).
RS-485 multi-drop network is limited to 64 devices. A docking station with HygroLog HL-NT can be used either as a slave or a master, without special configuration. The master is automatically the device that is directly connected to the PC or LAN by means of a RS- 232 port, USB port or TCP/IP port.
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Document title Example: HygroLog HL-NT and docking station with USB port The number of HygroLog HL-NT and docking station with USB port that can be directly connected to a PC depends on the number of USB ports available on the PC.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 63 of 75 Document title General wiring guidelines Power supply wiring Heavy machinery and instrumentation should not share the same power supply wiring. If this cannot be avoided, noise filters and surge protectors should be used.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 64 of 75 Document title Lightning protection Cabling in areas with a risk of lightning requires a lightning protection. For cabling underground in between buildings, we recommend the use of special fiber optic cables.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 65 of 75 Document title 10. HygroClip probe adjustment procedures 10.1 Single Point adjustment Important: Probe adjustment can’t be done via WEB docking stations.
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 66 of 75 Document title • Humi RHS: humidity adjustment against a ROTRONIC certified standard 1) Temperature: temperature adjustment against a stable environment of known value.
67 of 75 Document title 10.2 Multi-Point adjustment This is an HW4 software function and is available only when the HygroLog HL-NT is connected to a PC running the HW4 software (version 2.3.0 or higher). See the following documents: o E-M-HW4v3-F2-013: HW4 software version 2: Device Manager – HygroLog HL-NT data logger...
Document title 12. Communications protocol The communications protocol used by the HygroLog HL-NT is the same as for previous versions of the HygroLog NT. For customers who for any reason cannot use the HW4 software, a description of the HygroLog HL-NT communications protocol is available in document Com_NT.pdf available directly from ROTRONIC or from our web site.
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 69 of 75 Document title 14. Specifications Model HygroLog HL-NT2 HygroLog HL-NT3 Internal Humidity / Plug-in ROTRONIC HC2-S Temperature probe Operating limits...
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 70 of 75 Document title Model HygroLog HL-NT2 HygroLog HL-NT3 Event logging Practically unlimited number of events such as configuration changes, alarm, etc.
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Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 71 of 75 Document title Logger dimensions Logger 155 x 106 x 37 mm Docking station 110 x 70 x 37 mm...
15. Accessories Order Code Description NT-Desk Desktop stand for HygroLog HL-NT with docking station AC1211 AC adapter 12VDC / 200mA, includes adapter for US receptacles 11.01.6218 Data cable RS232 - docking station to PC (length 1.8 m / 5.9 ft) 2/11/8818 Data cable USB type A-B - docking station to PC (length 1.8 m / 5.9 ft)
List of the HW4 manuals HW4 software version 3: General instructions and functions common E-M-HW4v3-Main to all devices HW4 software version 3: Device Manager – HygroLog HL-NT data E-M-HW4v3-F2-013 logger E-M-HW4v3-F2-001 HW4 software version 3: Device Manager – HC2 probe series...
Rotronic AG IN-E-HL-NT-V2_16 Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit HygroLog HL-NT data logger: Instruction Manual instruction manual Document Type Page 75 of 75 Document title 17. Document releases Doc. Release Date Notes Aug. 20, 2009 Original release Added Wireless LAN specifications Aug.
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