Caution!!!- Be sure to statically ground yourself prior to touching any of the electronics inside the X2 logger Instructions Remove Power from the X2 by disconnecting any cable connected to the center 6-pin port. Locate the green plastic wire from its track in the base of the X2’s aluminum housing. Slide tweezers […]
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Remove the Main SD Card in a Pole Mount X2 Data Logger
In the event of an SD card failure, the user may be required to physically remove the main SD card from the X2. It is imperative to perform this operation indoors in a dry environment. Caution- Be sure to statically ground yourself before touching any of the electronics inside the X2 logger. SD Card […]
Install an External Power Adapter Cable
Tools Required 3/16″ hex key 5/16″ hex key small adjustable wrench Small Flat head screwdriver Tweezers (recommended) Procedure 1) Remove the G2-Rain from its mounting pole and invert. 2) Use a small flat head screwdriver and turn the power switch counter-clockwise to remove internal power. 3) Use a 5/16″ hex key to remove the […]
Calibrate a G2-RAIN
The G2-RAIN’s included rain gauge comes factory calibrated. However, to ensure the most accurate measurements this calibration should be verified regularly. Note: There are two versions of the G2-RAIN, one with a HyQuest Solutions tipping bucket and the other manufactured by Rickly. Rickly Tipping Bucket HyQuest Solutions Tipping Bucket Rickly Tipping Bucket Calibration Remove the […]
No Rain Response from G2-RAIN Data Logger
If a deployed G2-Rain does not appear to be registering any precipitation during an event, check the following: Verify that the siphoning bucket is clean. Leaf-matter, spider nests, and other debris can obstruct water flow and prevent it from reaching the tipping arm. Remove the bucket and verify that the rubber band affixed to […]
Check/Replace a Reed Switch
If a G2-Rain system appears to be reporting less than the expected rainfall (or none at all) it is possible the magnetic switch responsible for registering the tipping arm movement is intermittent or non-functional. Reference the following steps to confirm the Reed switch status and install a replacement as necessary. Testing a Reed Switch Remove […]
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X-Series Data Logger Grounding
Grounding a data logger is critically important to ensure measurement accuracy and prevent damage to a data logging system. Damage can either occur acutely or manifested through intermittent hardware problems that are difficult to diagnose and can result in an eventual failure. While lightning strikes are an obvious source of power surges that can damage […]
Operating Temperatures
X3 Logger: -40°C to 70°C X2 Logger: -20°C to 70°C SP-Series Solar Regulator: -40°C to 50°C (-40°C to 70°C for SP35) SP-Series Solar Panel: -40°C to 85°C SP-Series SLA Battery: -20°C to 50°C
Configure X2 Base Radio Local Alarm
The CONNECT X2 base radio utility can monitor the status of configured alarms on a WQData LIVE project. When the base radio utility is enabled, a base radio X2 can optionally be tasked to trigger a local alarm in the event that traditional methods of notifications (SMS or email) are not available. This works by […]