The following practices should be carried out when storing a G2-RAIN data logger for an extended period of time: (Use the diagram below for reference) Remove the antenna or ensure no tension is placed on the antenna resulting in curvature or breakage. Rotate the antenna counter-clockwise to remove. Use the NexSens […]
Articles Tagged: Knowledge Base
Tag new knowledge base for search
Install and Remove the Siphoning Tipping Bucket
The siphoning tipping bucket forces rainfall to flow directly onto the tipping apparatus, which allows for accurate precipitation measurements. Follow the subsequent steps to remove the tipping bucket: Remove the siphoning tipping bucket from the G2-RAIN-RTU by using the 9/64” hex wrench to loosen the (3) bolts that are connecting the bucket and the […]
Identify G2-RAIN via Body Tag
Each G2-RAIN logger has a body tag etched into the bottom of the bulkhead containing the G2-RAIN-RTU. This number is incorporated into the default name of the device on WQData LIVE and will often be requested by a technical support specialist in the event remote troubleshooting is required or if NexSens-supplied data services require activation […]
G2-RAIN Logger Diagnostic Readings
All G2-RAIN data loggers have an internal set of sensors that measure important factors of system health. A total of (10) G2-RAIN Meta Parameters are collected. Cell Module Power An adequate voltage supply is necessary to turn on the G2-RAINs cell module for data transmission to WQData LIVE. Values at or slightly above 5V […]
Buzzer Indicator for G2-RAIN Data Logger
G2-RAIN data loggers are equipped with an onboard buzzer to provide audible system status feedback to the user. G2-RAIN Buzzer Indicator Status Lookup Event Beep Type Status When power is applied Short beep System boot successful During telemetry connection Two short beeps Connection successfully established During telemetry connection Three short beeps No signal/connection failed […]
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 […]
X-Series Logger Supported Sensors
All X-Series data logger systems incorporate multiple waterproof UW sensor ports with available sensor interfaces including SDI-12, RS-485 and RS-232. This allows for compatibility with a wide range of sensors and data transmission protocols such as SDI-12, NMEA0183 and Modbus. Many compatible sensors can be automatically detected by X-Series loggers, while others require custom configurations […]
Test an Alarm
Test emails can be sent to confirm that an alarm is properly configured. To test an alarm: Navigate to ADMIN | Alarms on the WQData LIVE Project Dashboard. Select the Enabled display filter to view all active alarms. Click on an alarm. Confirm the list of alarm recipients in the Trigger Action field. […]
Enable/Disable Alarms
Alarms can be quickly enabled and disabled from the configuration menu. To enable/disable alarms: Navigate to ADMIN | Alarms on the WQData LIVE Project Dashboard. To disable an active alarm, select the Enabled display filter to view all active alarms. Click on the alarm to disable. Click the Edit button (pencil icon) next […]
Replace a M650 Beacon Battery
Remove the beacon from the top of the buoy solar tower by removing the three top-facing bolts using a 7/16″ socket wrench. Invert the beacon. Remove the small Phillips screw holding the cover in place and turn it counterclockwise. Lift up on the cover to remove it. Press down on the […]