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M212842EN-B User Guide Analog output transmitter with Insight PC software USB-C interface Indigo201...
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About this document..................7 Version information..................7 Related manuals....................7 Documentation conventions................8 Trademarks......................8 Product overview.................... 9 Introduction to Indigo200 transmitters............9 Indigo201 basic features and options.............9 Indigo200 transmitter parts................10 Display and LED indicator................11 2.4.1 Graph mode....................12 2.4.2 LED states in transmitter with no display..........12...
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Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B Setting relay activation limit using hysteresis..........38 Calibration and adjustment..............40 Calibration overview..................40 Environmental compensation...............42 probe adjustment example..............42 Analog output adjustment................43 7.4.1 Analog output adjustment example.............44 Maintenance and troubleshooting............46 Cleaning......................46 Replacing probes................... 46 Troubleshooting....................47 Display messages................... 47 Technical data....................50 Specifications....................
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Figure Indigo201 with and without display............. 9 Figure 2 Indigo201 transmitter parts................10 Figure 3 Indigo200 display with relays, three parameters and USB connection notification................11 Figure 4 Transmitter display in graph mode............. 12 Figure 5 Insight PC software configuration example: relay output A options......................
Chapter 1 – About this document 1. About this document 1.1 Version information This document provides detailed instructions for using and maintaining the Vaisala Indigo201 analog output transmitter. Table 1 Document versions (English) Document code Date Description M212842EN-B November This document. Added information on temporary use of Insight 2022 PC software connection and USB device driver installation.
Note highlights important information on using the product. Tip gives information for using the product more efficiently. 1.4 Trademarks Vaisalaâ is a registered trademark of Vaisala Oyj. Microsoftâ and Windowsâ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Depending on the Indigo200 transmitter model, a display is available as an optional selection or as a standard feature. In the non-display model, an LED indicator is used for notifications.
Wiring options (page 17) for instructions and the location of the alternative wiring route on the back of the transmitter. CAUTION! Only use Vaisala Indigo-compatible probes with the transmitter. Attempting to connect incompatible probes or probe cables can damage the equipment.
In the non-display model, the LED indicator is used to inform about the device status. Probe connected: GMP252 Figure 3 Indigo200 display with relays, three parameters and USB connection notification Relay A and relay B status Display view navigation icons...
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 2.4.1 Graph mode Figure 4 Transmitter display in graph mode You can set the transmitter display to show the connected probe's measurement data as graphs. The measurement parameters can be configured with the Insight PC software. You can switch between the numerical and graph views shown on the display with the push button on the front of the transmitter.
Insight PC software to the transmitter front cover USB port with a USB-C (type C to A) cable. You can either use either a generic USB-C cable, or the Vaisala accessory cable (item code: 273956). Using Indigo200 transmitters with Insight software requires the Vaisala USB Device driver.
When you take Indigo201 in use for the first time and have not entered an analog output configuration, the transmitter automatically adapts the analog output configuration of the first Vaisala Indigo-compatible probe you connect. If an analog output configuration already exists in Indigo201 (that is, you have previously connected a probe or configured the settings), you need to set the analog output configuration of the new probe manually.
5. Place the transmitter base on the installation surface and mount it with 3 screws. See the screw positions in Figure 6 (page 16). 6. Connect the input/output cable's wiring to the screw terminals (see Indigo200 transmitter base (page 16)) and reattach the cover when done.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 3.2 Indigo200 transmitter base INDIGO 201 ANALOG OUTPUT TRANSMITTER Serial No. SX12345678 Figure 6 Indigo 201 transmitter base main parts and mounting screw positions Probe and probe cable connector inside the locking wheel Wiring from the back: cut open the seal...
Chapter 3 – Installation 3.3 Wiring options Ø 7 ... 8 mm Figure 7 Indigo200 wiring options Wiring from the back: cut the seal open and nest the cable in the groove on the back of the transmitter base Wiring through the rubber lead-through on the bottom of the transmitter 1.
Transmitter max. 3 W (+ connected probe, varies depending on probe type) Probe connector M12/5 connector for probe or probe cable connection (Vaisala Indigo-compatible probes) Cable lead-throughs 2 options: rubber lead-through on the bottom of the transmitter, and opening with a seal at the...
Specification Screw terminal wire size 0.2 ... 1.5 mm Vaisala Insight software for Windows® available at www.vaisala.com/insight. Using a power supply with overload protection is recommended for electrical safety. CAUTION! Do not modify the unit or use it in ways not described in the documentation.
WLAN is activated Figure 9 Attaching probes and cables to Indigo200 Probes are locked in place with the locking wheel. Never turn from the probe body. Connect probe cables in the same way as probes: insert the cable in the connector and hold in place while turning the locking wheel.
• Test and adjust the analog output channels of the transmitter Indigo200 transmitters can be connected to Insight PC software with a standard USB-C cable (type C to A or type C to C). For instructions on connecting the transmitter to Insight, see Connecting to Insight PC software (page 23).
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(search for "device"). 3. Locate the Vaisala USB device in the Device Manager list of devices : • If the device is listed as Vaisala USB Device with a COM port number in brackets, the driver is ready for use.
EMC properties of the transmitter can be affected when the USB port is open. You can connect the Indigo200 transmitter to Vaisala Insight PC software with any generic USB cable that has a USB-C connector. The Insight software can be downloaded at www.vaisala.com/insight.
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Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 5. In transmitter models with a display, the USB connection icon (see Figure 10 (page 23)) appears on the top right corner of the transmitter display when the USB cable connection is active. 6. Wait for Insight software to detect the device. You can also temporarily power the transmitter through your computer with the USB cable when using Insight.
Chapter 4 – Using Indigo201 with Insight PC software 4.3 Insight PC software overview Figure 11 Insight software main menu view with Indigo200 transmitter and connected probe Select to access Insight main menu. • Configure Device: display and graph options, output and relay settings, parameter and unit selection, environmental compensation settings, filtering factor, probe options, and general settings.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 4.3.1 Unit settings Figure 12 Unit selection example with a CO probe You can change the units of the measurement parameters in the Insight PC software main view Settings menu. For the location of the menu, see Figure 11 (page 25).
Chapter 4 – Using Indigo201 with Insight PC software 4.4 Disabling and enabling USB functionality with DIP switch If you install the transmitter to a location where it is necessary to limit access to configuration, you can disable the USB functionality with a DIP switch on the Indigo201 front cover component board.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 5. Configuring analog outputs 5.1 Analog output configuration overview The transmitter has 3 analog outputs that can be configured with the Insight PC software. Each output has the same set of configuration options in the analog output 1 — 3 menus under the Configure Device menu (Analog output 1 shown in example).
Chapter 5 – Configuring analog outputs Figure 15 Analog output type (current or voltage) selection Receiving analog output settings automatically from probe The transmitter can receive the analog output settings automatically from the connected probe in the following cases: 1. The transmitter is a new unit and has not been configured yet. 2.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 8. Type 20 in the Scale high end field. 9. Type 3.6 in the Error output level field. 10. Type 5 in the Clipping limit field and 10 in the Error limit field. 11. Select Save to take your configuration into use. 5.2.1 Adjusting analog output channels If the analog output of the transmitter appears to be inaccurate, you can test and adjust the output level in the Insight PC software calibration menu.
Chapter 5 – Configuring analog outputs 3. Select Reset analog output settings and then select Yes. Insight displays a message that notifies about the settings being cleared. 5.4 Analog output overrange behavior The analog output has a defined behavior when the measured values are outside the scaled analog output range.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B Output voltage (V) Error level 0.00 Output clipping limit 5.25 5.00 In error state at >220000 ppm (200000 ppm + 10%) Clipped at 210000 ppm (200000 ppm + 5%) Regular measurement Time Figure 16 Analog output overrange behavior example •...
Chapter 6 – Configuring relays 6. Configuring relays 6.1 Relay configuration overview Indigo200 transmitters have 2 configurable relays (relay A and relay B). Both relays have configuration options for selecting the parameter that is used to control the relay, activation triggers, hysteresis, and error state behavior.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B Relay state information When one or both relays are enabled, the relay state (active/not active) is shown on the transmitter display. You can also view the status of the relays with Insight PC software. Figure 18 Relay icons on display (relay A active, relay B not active) 6.1.1 Relay activation options Note that the values given must match the parameter and unit selections.
Chapter 6 – Configuring relays When hysteresis is used, the relay activates at the defined limit, but does not switch off immediately when the measurement moves back to the other side of the activation limit. Instead, with hysteresis, the relay remains active until the measurement crosses the relay activation/deactivation limit and the additional buffer value.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B Figure 20 Relay activation and hysteresis examples 6.2 Setting relay activation limit without hysteresis You can set the relay to activate when the probe measurement exceeds or falls below a set limit. When you configure a single setpoint for relay activation without hysteresis, the relay switches on or off immediately when the measurement moves over or below the setpoint.
Chapter 6 – Configuring relays Figure 21 Relay settings example: one setpoint without hysteresis To define a single setpoint for relay activation when the measurement exceeds the defined activation limit (Activate above) without using hysteresis: 1. Select to access Insight main menu. 2.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 6.3 Setting relay activation limit using hysteresis If the measurement you are using to control the relay is likely to move back and forth close to the activation setpoint, you can set a hysteresis that prevents the relay switching on and off too frequently.
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Chapter 6 – Configuring relays 9. Select Save to store the configuration. With this configuration, the relay activates when measurement falls below the value entered in the Activate below field (100 ppm in this example). When the measurement returns above the Activate below limit, the relay does not switch off until it has reached the combined value of the activation limit and hysteresis buffer (120 ppm in this example).
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 7. Calibration and adjustment 7.1 Calibration overview Figure 23 Calibration menu main view example (CO probe) The Calibrate menu in Insight PC software contains options for calibrating and adjusting the measurement of the probe you have connected to the transmitter, and testing and adjusting the analog output channels of the transmitter.
Chapter 7 – Calibration and adjustment Starting calibration To open the calibration menu, select to access Insight main menu. In the main menu, select Calibrate. Figure 24 Calibration menu selection Restoring factory adjustment Before adjusting the probe measurement, remove any possible earlier adjustments with the Restore factory adjustment selection.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B 7.2 Environmental compensation When making adjustments, you can enter information about the environment in which you perform the adjustment. This allows compensating for environmental factors that have an effect on the measurement (for example, temperature, pressure, or background gases). The selection of environmental compensations available in the Indigo transmitter configuration menus depends on the features and configuration of the connected probe.
Chapter 7 – Calibration and adjustment 3. Select CO₂ adjustment. 4. Insert the probe in the reference environment for the first calibration point. 5. Wait for the measurement to stabilize fully. The graph shows readings of the last 60 minutes. 6.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B During the adjustment, the output of the transmitter's analog output channels is forced to a fixed current or voltage level. The adjustment is a 2-point adjustment with a low point test output and a high point test output: the fixed test output levels are listed in Table 4 (page 44).
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Chapter 7 – Calibration and adjustment 6. Start the low point output test with the Output low point button. The analog channel starts to send the low point test output (1 V in this example). 7. After the low point test output has stabilized, check the multimeter reading. Enter the reading of the multimeter in the Measured value, low point field.
If you want to configure the probe settings, such as purge interval, you must do that before attaching the probe to the transmitter. To configure the probe, you can use the free Vaisala Insight PC software. For more information, see your probe's user guide and visit www.vaisala.com/insight.
Chapter 8 – Maintenance and troubleshooting • If you replace a probe with a new one that has the same measurement parameters as the removed probe, the transmitter will continue to show those measurements once it detects the new probe. Outputs will give an error notification, which will disappear when the new probe is detected.
Indigo201 User Guide M212842EN-B Table 5 Indigo transmitter messages shown on display Display message Description Recommended action Errors Low supply voltage The supply voltage is below the The error clears when the minimum (range: 15 ... 30 VDC supply voltage returns to the or 24 VAC ±10 % 50/60 Hz).
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Chapter 8 – Maintenance and troubleshooting Display message Description Recommended action Unable to measure all Some of the measurements you parameters have configured to be displayed are currently not available. This can be caused, for example, by the probe heating feature: parameters that are affected by heating cannot be shown while the heating cycle is ongoing.
Accuracy of analog outputs at 20 °C ±0.1 % full scale for 0 … 10 V and 0 … 20 mA Vaisala Insight software for Windows® available at www.vaisala.com/insight. When used with the HMP7 probe, the minimum required power supply input is 18 V DC.
9.3 Spare parts and accessories Information on spare parts, accessories, and calibration products is available online at www.vaisala.com and store.vaisala.com. Table 11 Indigo200 spare parts and accessories Description Item code USB-C connection cable (2 m, type C to A, for 273956 Insight PC software access)
Universal mains power supply with INDIGOPOWER24V EU/US/UK/AUS plugs Note that a USB-C cable is not included in Indigo200 deliveries by default. A generic USB-C cable (type C to A) can also be used. 9.4 Recycling Disposal of Vaisala products is to be done according to local laws and regulations.
Maintenance and calibration services Vaisala offers comprehensive customer care throughout the life cycle of our measurement instruments and systems. Our factory services are provided worldwide with fast deliveries. For more information, see www.vaisala.com/ calibration. • Vaisala Online Store at store.vaisala.com is available for most countries.