Articles Tagged: X2 data logger
Set Up a NexSens Radio Network
Each XBEE radio module that ships with a NexSens radio X2 has a unique identifier. Both the base and field nodes use this identifier to establish connections throughout the radio network. All field radios in the network must have the identifier information for the base station as a destination for their logged data. An RF […]
Enable Iridium Communication on an X-Series Data Logger
Satellite/Iridium transmission is more expensive than other traditional forms of communication (e.g., cellular, radio, Wi-Fi). Therefore, it is imperative that the end-user only transmit the most useful diagnostic and sensor parameters. The CONNECT software can set these parameters before the data logger transfers data to the web, thus reducing the overall data transfer. If a […]
Read/Start an X2 Sensor Measurement
A real-time X2 sensor measurement may be viewed or started using the data acquisition tab (DAQ) in the CONNECT software. This is often a useful tool to use during system configuration or troubleshooting. Remember that many sensors may take several seconds or minutes to complete their measurement, so allow ample time for the measurement cycle […]
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 […]
X2 SD Card Utility
The X2 SD Card Utility in CONNECT allows users to perform the following actions without needing to physically access the micro-SD card inside the X2 data logger: Send a file to the SD Card Transfer a file from the SD Card to the PC Delete a file off of the SD Card Access X2 […]
X2 Diagnostics
The X2 Diagnostics utility in CONNECT software enables users to perform the following functions: Read the logger’s diagnostic sensor suite Toggle sensor port power on/off Enable/disable on-board Wi-Fi Access X2 Diagnostic Utility Connect the X2 logger to a PC and launch the CONNECT software. Test connection by reading the RTC clock of the logger […]
Update Firmware
Firmware is updated periodically to add new features, support more environmental sensors, and resolve bugs. The X3 Environmental Data Logger includes built-in Bluetooth connectivity (BLE 5.0). Using the CONNECT software (version 4.24.5.2 or later), users can update the firmware wirelessly via Bluetooth. During the update, CONNECT will temporarily disable the logger’s internal schedule to prevent […]
Access CONNECT Program Files
On occasion it may be necessary to manually place program files provided by NexSens Technology into the CONNECT software folder. Select the DATA tab within CONNECT. Click the Open Data Folder button to view the CONNECT | Data folder directory. In the Windows File Explorer navigation bar, click CONNECT (highlighted above) to navigate to the parent […]
Direct Data Upload
Upload data from any X2 data logger to an Excel-compatible .csv file via direct connection using the CONNECT software and a UW6-USB-485P cable. Upload Data Manually from an X2 Logger Connect the X2 logger to a PC and launch the CONNECT software. Test connection by reading the RTC clock of the logger in the CONFIG […]