Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensor

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Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensors X-Series Integration Guide


The Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensors provide high-frequency wave and tide measurements–ideal for tidal monitoring, oceanographic, coastal and maritime applications. The sensor is compatible with NexSens X-Series data loggers using the SDI-12 sensor interface.

An illustration depicting how a sensor can be integrated with a NexSens X3 data logger for remote, real-time data access. A Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensor is illustrated on the right with a line pointing to the left where an X3 is transmitting data waves to a cloud above which has a line to a phone screen on the far left which displays wave height data on the screen in the WQData LIVE mobile app view.

Sensor Setup

Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for sensor setup, ensuring that the sensor is in SDI-12 automatic sleep mode and note the wave analysis length.

Note: Be sure to document the SDI-12 address.

 

Connecting with X-Series Loggers

Next, the sensor will need to be set up for the X-Series logger using CONNECT software. If you have not yet done so, set up the project in WQData LIVE.

  1. Connect the sensor using the supplied cable to one of the open sensor ports on the logger and note the port number.
  2. Plug the X3 into the USB port of the computer and power it on with the AC power cable.
  3. Open CONNECT and select the SENSOR tab.
    Open CONNECT and select the SENSOR tab.
  4. Click Add and select Geolux from the Manufacturer drop-down, and select the appropriate sensor.
  5. Adjust the SDI-12 address if needed and set the port number.
  6. Select either Continuous or Switch in the Power drop-down.
  7. Adjust the warmup time to be 5 seconds longer than the wave analysis length.
  8. Add or remove sensor parameters as desired.
    Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide sensor profile in NexSens CONNECT Software.
  9. Select Save Sensor Profile.
  10. Complete the setup for all other sensors, and then click Save.
  11. Name the Sensor Profile List and select Ok.
    Save Sensor Profile List.
  12. Complete system setup by clicking Deploy.
    CONNECT interface with a Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensor added.
  13. Confirm that data is being transferred to WQData LIVE at the next interval (default is 10 minutes).

 

Mounting

The Geolux Non-Contact Wave & Tide Sensors can be mounted on existing structures or the NexSens MAST Aluminum Mounting Pole. If paired with the NexSens MAST, follow the instructions below for mounting.

  1. Place the Geolux sensor on the mount with the sensor facing down and tighten it in place.
    Place the Geolux sensor on the mount with the sensor facing down and tighten it in place.
  2. Attach the mounting bracket to the pole using the included hardware.
    Attach the mounting bracket to the pole using the included hardware.