After running a sensor auto-detection during initial setup, WQData LIVE receives and parses the specific XML data format that outlines the logger’s sensor configuration (i.e., sensor id, parameter ids, parameter units, etc.). Once the sensor configuration is received, it is saved on the backend of WQData LIVE and used to parse data for future transmissions […]
Articles Tagged: X2
Set Up a NexSens Radio Network
Each XBEE radio module that ships with a NexSens radio X2 has a unique identifier. Both the base and field nodes use this identifier to establish connections throughout the radio network. All field radios in the network must have the identifier information for the base station as a destination for their logged data. An RF […]
X2 Environmental Data Logger Overview
The X2 is an all-in-one environmental data logger that can be controlled from any internet browser using a smartphone, tablet, or PC. It automatically recognizes sensors and sends data to the WQData LIVE web data center via Wi-Fi, cellular, radio, or satellite telemetry. There, data is presented on a fully-featured and easy-to-use dashboard where remote, […]
Setup Iridium Logger Through CONNECT
Satellite/Iridium transmission is more expensive than other traditional forms of communication (e.g., cellular, radio, Wi-Fi). Therefore, it is imperative that the end-user only transmit the most useful diagnostic and sensor parameters. The CONNECT software can set these parameters and their log/transmission interval before the data logger transfers data to the web. Thus, outlining the proper […]
Read/Start an X2 Sensor Measurement
A real-time X2 sensor measurement may be viewed or started using the data acquisition tab (DAQ) in the CONNECT software. This is often a useful tool to use during system configuration or troubleshooting. Remember that many sensors may take several seconds or minutes to complete their measurement, so allow ample time for the measurement cycle […]
Set Log and Selective Upload Intervals
The X2 allows users to log data to its internal memory at a certain log interval but transmit at a different, less frequent, interval. This feature is useful, for example, to reduce system data usage and telemetry on-time. Users can then periodically access and download the data directly from the unit when on site using […]
UW-6 Universal Pinout
The schematics and table below detail the 6-pin plug and receptacle (UW-6) universal pinout for all 6-pin NexSens cables excluding the 6-pin AC adapter. Universal Pinout Note: For instruments shown below, all signals in the table refer to their 6-pin receptacle port. Plug Pin Receptacle Pin Wire Color G2-Series Signal […]
Iridium Transmission Delay
Compared to data loggers utilizing cellular, radio, or Wi-Fi telemetry, Iridium transmission systems have an additional step in the data upload process which may cause a delay in the time it takes from the logger recording a measurement to data being posted on WQData LIVE. Data messages transmitted from the logger’s satellite modem are first […]
Access CONNECT Program Files
On occasion it may be necessary to manually place program files provided by NexSens Technology into the CONNECT software folder. Select the DATA tab within CONNECT. Click the Open Data Folder button to view the CONNECT | Data folder directory. In the Windows File Explorer navigation bar, click CONNECT (highlighted above) to navigate to the parent […]
X2 Sensor Detection
Traditionally, complex programming software is required to configure an environmental data logger. The user must indicate the communication protocols, sensor addresses, measurement commands, data format, and power requirements of all connected sensors. Contrarily, X2 data loggers use sensor detection to simplify the programming requirements for environmental measurement systems. At startup, the X2 automatically scans each […]