X2 Selective Data Upload

The X2 is capable of logging data to its internal memory at a certain log interval but transmitting it at a different interval. This feature is useful for reducing the system’s data usage and telemetry on-time (thereby reducing the power consumption) but still monitoring system status remotely. During site visits, users can then periodically access […]

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Set an APN on a G2-RAIN

  Establish a Terminal Connection Follow this article to establish a terminal connection with the G2-RAIN using a UW6-USB-485P cable.   Enter the Cell Terminal Upon connection of the UW6-USB-485P to the G2-RAIN, the system will immediately begin to contact WQData LIVE. Since the cellular service has not been established yet, hit enter to open […]

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Establish Connection to a G2-RAIN in Tera Term

 Note: This connection only applies to G2-RAIN systems with an external power cable (G2-CBL-SP) and the purchase of a UW6-USB-485P cable. Download the free open source terminal program Tera Term here. Select the link for the teraterm-4.97.exe file. The download will begin automatically. Complete the installation with the default components. Connect a UW6-USB-485P cable to […]

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Install a SIM Card into an RV50 Modem

NexSens 3100-iSIC and iSIC-CB data loggers equipped with a RTU-C telemetry unit have a Sierra Wireless AirLink Raven RV50 modem that requires the installation of a SIM card.   Remove all sources of power before opening the data logger or attempting to access the modem. If working with an iSIC, remove the mounting plate’s (4) screws […]

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Set Continuous SDI-12 Mode on Vaisala Weather Station

*For connection with iSIC data loggers The only manual configuration that needs to be made to the WXT53x stations is the enabling of Continuous SDI-12. These WXT 530-series stations (as of mid-2019) have an issue with their Native (default) SDI-12 mode. During precipitation events, they can fail to wake up from sleep mode and are […]

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S::CAN UV-Vis Spectrophotometer X2 Integration Guide

The S::CAN UV-VIS Spectrophotometer is a submersible UV-Vis spectrophotometer that analyzes spectral data to provide measurements for the following: nitrate (NO3–), nitrite (NO2–), chemical oxygen demand (COD), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), total suspended solids (TSS), dissolved hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and many more. The sensor is compatible with the X2 data logger via the Modbus-RTU communication […]

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Apply Power to the X2-SDL

The X2-SDL has flexible power input choices that provide several options in terms of type and number of power sources.     Basic Requirements  5-24 VDC [+/-10%] (Reverse polarity protected) Current Draw (Typical @ 12VDC): Low power sleep: 350uA; Logger Active: 35mA; Wi-Fi Transmitting: 43mA; Cellular Transmitting: 300mA Peak Current: 500mA @ 12V for 1 […]

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