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- Page 1 MLSAA ™ User’s Guide Released March 14, 2025 Revision A...
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Page 2: Corporate Office
Copyright and Trademark © 2025 Canary Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Canary Systems. Canary Systems ®... -
Page 3: Documentation And Release Notes
High Risk Activities Products of Canary Systems are not fault-tolerant and are not designed, manufactured or intended for use as on-line control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the failure of the products could lead directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental damage ("High Risk Activities"). -
Page 4: How To Use This Guide
Related Documentation Visit the User's Guide page on the Canary Systems website to view and download the most current versions of our technical documentation and user's guides at canarysystems.com/support/users-guides. The following documents contain information that may be useful throughout the course of this manual: •... -
Page 5: Technical Support
Technical Support Canary Systems may be contacted directly via phone or email. Ongoing support via phone, email, and Microsoft Teams, as well as in-person and field support, is available through the purchase of a support contract. Please contact Canary Systems ®... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
canarysystems.com Table of Contents 1. Introduction _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7 1.1 Overview ................................... 7 1.2 Theory of Operation ................................ 8 1.3 Specifications ................................... 9 1.4 Connections ..................................11 1.5 Items List ..................................11 2. Installation ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13 2.1 Enclosure Installation ..............................13 2.2 Solar Panel Installation .............................. -
Page 7: Introduction
1.1 Overview ___________________________________________________________________________________ The Canary Systems MLSAA is a turnkey system to automate data collection for up to 5 Measurand ShapeArrays (SAA). It comes integrated with all the components necessary to extract data from the ShapeArray sensors, store it locally, and transmit to a server for further processing and analysis. -
Page 8: Theory Of Operation
canarysystems.com 1.2 Theory of Operation ______________________________________________________________________ The MLSAA platform is designed to automate measurements from Measurand Shape Array Accelerometer (SAA) instruments. These instruments are typically installed in inclinometer casings, but can also be installed in 27mm PVC pipe, either vertically or horizontally depending on whether vertical or horizontal (settlement) deformation is being monitored. -
Page 9: Specifications
canarysystems.com The SAAX is purpose-built for heavy-duty horizontal measurement (up to 200m): soil settlement, rail-line deformation, and pipeline monitoring. SAAX’s watertight construction combines twist-resistant joints and thick-walled stainless steel segment tubes. Configuration of either SAA instrument is simple with the integrated MLSAA device type in MLWebHW. It allows for entering the serial number of the SAA and various data processing parameters to then automate the system programming, data processing and data import. - Page 10 Data Rate: 38.4 Kbps Surge Suppression: 600 W (10/1000 µs), 4 kW (8/20 µs), 2 kA (8/20 µs) Multiplexer (optional) Model: Canary Systems MLMux5 Channels: 5-channel for 4-wire instruments or 10-channel for 2-wire instruments (switch selectable) Control Inputs: 1 or 2 Control Input tolerance: 5–12 V...
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Page 11: Connections
1.5 Items List __________________________________________________________________________________ The below items are included with shipment of MLSAA enclosures (shipped with the product but not installed during manufacturing). Contact Canary Systems for questions or additional details on specific accessory needs. Standard For All Versions Canary Part #... - Page 12 canarysystems.com Optional Accessories Canary Part # Description Callout Comment Uni-strut (13/16"X1-5/8") enclosure mounting 1551 kit, 20" (508mm) length with pipe clamps for 1.5" -2" pipe, hardware. (A1) Optional SGX 5150 (W) Canary Part # Description Callout Comment 3095 Cable, USB Type C to USB A Male 2.0, 1 meter 1 per 5 MLSAA 1459 Cable, N-male to N-male, 10', 195 Series...
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Page 13: Installation
canarysystems.com 2. Installation There are several steps required for installation, summarized as follows: Install the enclosure ‒ See Section 2.1 Install and orient the solar panel ‒ See Section 2.2 Install the AC adaptor‒ See Section 2.3 Install and orient the antenna ‒ See Section 2.4 Install the battery ‒... -
Page 14: Solar Panel Installation
canarysystems.com Typical pole installation requires the following materials: 3m (10’) length of schedule 80 (do not use schedule 40) galvanized steel pipe • (2) 80lb bags of Quikrete pre-mixed concrete • (1) 5-gallon bucket • 2m (6’) copper ground stake •... - Page 15 canarysystems.com The solar panel should be positioned for maximum sun exposure. In the Northern hemisphere this means aligning the panel with a southward exposure. In the Southern hemisphere, align the panel in a northward direction. Use a compass to derive the correct angle. Remember to correct compass headings for declination. Once installed, route the supplied cable down the pole and secure with tie-wraps, then plug in to the bottom of the enclosure.
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Page 16: Ac Adaptor Installation
An AC adaptor may be used in place of the solar panel for AC powered applications. The adaptor includes a mil-spec connector to connect to the bottom of the enclosure. Use the appropriate AC power cord for connecting to a standard AC receptacle. Contact Canary Systems for 220VAC cord and plugs. 2.4 Antenna Installation _____________________________________________________________________ The Wi-Fi antenna shipped with the MLSAA is the L-com Ultra-Wideband directional Antenna. -
Page 17: Battery Installation
canarysystems.com Antenna assembly with bracket and pipe clamps. The antenna may require tilting to receive and transmit from down or up a large slope. 2.5 Battery Installation_______________________________________________________________________ The battery is a 12V 50AHr sealed lead-acid battery. It is packaged separately from the MLSAA station. Note ____________________________________________________________________ Battery installation should only be completed after the MLSAA station has been... - Page 18 canarysystems.com Position the battery with the terminals facing forward and lift over the bracket to drop into the back of the panel, as shown below. Bring the terminal leads up over the battery. The terminal leads positioned over the battery after it has been placed in the enclosure. Attach the leads using the hardware supplied.
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Page 19: Connecting To The Saa
canarysystems.com Once properly installed, the power needs to be turned on. The MLSAA is shipped with the switch in the OFF position, move the switch to the right to turn power ON. The ON/OFF switch of the battery charger, currently in the OFF position. 2.6 Connecting to the SAA ___________________________________________________________________ The MLSAA is delivered with one of two SAA interfaces: the SAA232 (1-channel or SAA232-5 (5-channel). -
Page 20: Multiple Cable Connection
canarysystems.com Typical wiring between the Campbell Scientific CR6, SAA232 interface, and SAA instrument is pictured below: 2.6.2 Multiple Cable Connection If additional connections are needed, the SAA232-5 can be used in place of the SAA232. The SAA232-5 can be used to connect up to 5 ShapeArrays to a single COM port. -
Page 21: Mlwebhardware Configuration
All projects with SAAs require that the support program SAASuite be installed on the server. See Appendix B - SAASuite Software. For projects with SAAs that use MultiLogger, reference to Canary Systems Sensor Application Note #19 may also be helpful. - Page 22 canarysystems.com To add a new SAA, follow the below steps: From the SAAs Table, click Add new in the top right corner to open a new SAA configuration page. By default, the new device is set to be Active once saved. Enter the Serial Number found on the SAA cable.
- Page 23 canarysystems.com Far Reference – Checkbox referring to the reference point being used for calculations. When selected, the end of the SAA (the segment with the eyelet) is given a zero value and is named segment one. All X and Y coordinates show displacement in reference to this point. This is the default setting. If left unchecked, the zero value moves to segment nearest the cable, the names of the segments are reversed, and X and Y coordinates change signs from positive to negative (since displacement is now being measured in reference to the other end of the SAA).
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Page 24: Communications
Data may be collected from an MLSAA by wired or wireless connections. This section outlines the different methods and devices used to facilitate this collection and includes links to the most recent Canary Systems application notes for each device. These application notes provide further details on configuration of each device with the MLSAA. -
Page 25: Connecting To Cr6 Dataloggers
canarysystems.com Once connected to the computer, note the assigned COM port from Device Manager. An example of a standard serial cable to USB can be seen below: 4.1.2 Connecting to CR6 Dataloggers For direct connection to a CR300 series datalogger: Use a CPI-to-RS-232 Cable Power the CR6 with an external 12V DC power source. -
Page 26: Wi-Fi
canarysystems.com An example of a CPI to RS232 cable can be seen below: Wi-Fi_________________________________________________________________________________________ 4.2.1 SGX 5150 Lantronix industrial wireless device serial servers and Ethernet Bridge/Routers are built for networking equipment in an array of machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. The SGX 5150 features an industrial strength enclosure and operates over a wide temperature range (-40°... -
Page 27: Cellular
canarysystems.com 4.3 Cellular _____________________________________________________________________________________ 4.3.1 RV50x The RV50 is a compact communications platform that provides real-time wireless capabilities for fixed and mobile applications. It has multiple communication ports including serial, Ethernet, and USB ports. The power connector has one GPIO pin for remote monitoring and control and one ignition sense pin to turn the gateway on and off. The RV50 is an LTE cellular gateway that supports a variety of radio band options, including 3G HSPA+ or CDMA EV-DO mobile broadband technology. -
Page 28: Digi Modem
These modems utilize the Digi XBee 900 MHz RF module in an enclosure with interface options that include RS-232, RS-485, USB, and Ethernet with transmission ranges of up to 28 miles. Contact Canary Systems for application assistance using the Digi modems. 4.4.3 Campbell RF401A The RF401A is a 900 MHz radio designed for license-free use in several countries, including the United States and Canada. -
Page 29: Appendix A - Onsite Mlsaa Troubleshooting
If using a SGX 5150, verify the back of the unit shows RSSI and connectivity to a network. If nothing is shown, refer to Canary Systems Hardware Application Note If using an LTE modem, like the RV50, ensure connectivity has been established on the device itself. - Page 30 canarysystems.com Powering the enclosure ON/OFF Unplug the 3-pin connector on the bottom of the enclosure for solar. Once this is done, turn the CH200 inside the enclosure to OFF. To turn the system back on, turn the CH200 back to ON and then reconnect the solar 3-pin underneath the enclosure.
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Page 31: Appendix B - Saasuite Software
canarysystems.com Appendix B – SAASuite Software For projects that have SAAs, MLWebHardware requires certain components of the support program Measurand SAASuite be installed on the server in order to provide access to calibration files and data processing software which is used to convert the collected data files into importable data. -
Page 32: Downloading Calibration Files
Canary Systems Sensor Application Note #19. Select the folder where the program's shortcuts will be stored, then click Next. Click Install to install the programs. -
Page 33: Editing The Mlgateway.ini File
canarysystems.com A Measurand Inc associated folder is automatically generated on the C drive to store the downloaded files. Moving them to a new location requires updating the MLGateway.ini file. Continue to the following section. B.3 Editing the MLGateway.ini File __________________________________________________________ If the SAASuite calibration files are moved from the location where they are stored when originally downloaded, users must update the MLGateway.ini file with the new path where the files are stored.
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