The ADMIN menu allows project administrators to create new API keys and edit existing keys. WQData LIVE permits generation of up to 10 API keys for each Project. Create a New Key Navigate to ADMIN | API on the WQData LIVE Project Dashboard. Expand the API Keys section by clicking on the gray bar […]
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Password requirements for a WQDataLIVE login
For enhanced security, NexSens requires all passwords for a WQDataLIVE login to contain the following features: At least 12 characters Contain at least 1 lower case letter Contain at least 1 upper case letter Contain at least 1 digit Contain at least 1 special character (!, @ #, $, %, ^, *, \, -, _, […]
X2 Modbus Output
The X2 Modbus Output tool is designed specifically for applications utilizing a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) with the Modbus communication protocol (RS-232 or RS-485). The connection from the X2 to the PLC will include a NexSens plug cable (UW-FLx) to one of the X2’s sensor ports, along with a variety of other connection options for […]
Download/Send Data Exports
Before downloading or sending a data export, ensure that the export has been configured with the correct format and includes all desired parameters. The following articles discuss each available data export format and how to set a date range schedule for the export. CSV Format GLOSXML Format NDBCXML Format Date Range Configuration Downloading a Data […]
Data Export: NDBCXML Format
The NDBCXML format is one of four options within the Data Export tool. This option follows the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC) data format which is additionally recognized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). To create a Data Export with NDBCXML format: Navigate to the Data Export Tool and then choose the NDBCXML format. […]
Date Range Configuration
Date Range Configuration allows for setup of data reports with data from a set time range. Time ranges can be fixed over a certain period, or they can be customized to pull the latest data. Fixed Option The Fixed option provides a specified time and date for the report. Note: Data will always load from […]
Data Export: CSV Format
The CSV format is one of four options within the Data Export Tool. This option is a delimited text file that uses commas to separate values and can be opened and manipulated using spreadsheet applications such as Excel. To create a Data Export with CSV format: Navigate to the Data Export Tool and choose […]
Data Export: GLOSXML Format
The GLOSXML format is one of four options within the Data Export tool. This option follows the standard data format recognized by the Great Lakes Observing System. To create a Data Export with GLOSXML format: Navigate to the Data Export Tool and then choose the GLOSXML format. The GLOSXML format must include a station […]
Data Export Predefined Tag List
The following list contains descriptions for the Predefined Tag names under the data export tool using the GLOSXML or NDBCXML format. Name Description atmp1 Air temperature (deg. C) baro1 Air pressure adjusted to sea level, primary sensor (hPa) baro2 Air pressure adjusted to sea level, secondary sensor dewpt1 Dew point temperature (deg. C) do YSI […]
Temporarily Set iSIC Logger Secondary Baud Rate
The iChart software contains a terminal emulator used to communicate with sensors via serial output. Follow the process below to temporarily change the terminal, or secondary, baud rate to communicate with a wide range of sensors through an iSIC data logger. WARNING: This procedure should only be conducted while in direct connection with the iSIC data […]