Aspion G-Log User manual

Quick guide
The user manual and the ASPION G-Log Manager software
are stored on the ASPION USB stick.
You can download the ASPION G-Log App for Android and iOS
from the respective app stores at no costs.
Find software updates, FAQs, apps and more useful information
in the ASPION customer portal at www.aspion.de.
Monitoring shocks and temperature
Reliable recording of shocks
during transport
Wireless. Inexpensive. Long lasting.
Reliable recording of shocks
during transport
Installing the ASPION G-Log App:
Scan the QR code with smartphone.

ASPION G-Log and ASPION G-Log Waterproof –Quick guide
Copyright © 2021 ASPION GmbH Page 2
Easily get started: Quick test
▪Install the card reader and the PC software ASPION G-Log Manager [1].
▪Place a data logger with the bottom side (label visible) on the card reader.
Attention: Do not place the card reader on a metallic surface (e.g. PC).
▪Activate a data logger with "Write sensor" and the "Standard low" profile [4].
▪Create a shock: Drop the data logger from a height of approx. 25 cm.
The data logger records a shock event as soon as a 4 g acceleration is exceeded on one
axis for 10 milliseconds.
▪Read out the data logger via a PC software (label visible) and/or app [5].
▪Have a look at the data analysis, especially the shock details (PC software) with the shock
course displayed in milliseconds on all 3 axes [6].
▪Stop the data logger with the PC software to reduce battery consumption. Recorded
events are deleted when recording data again.
Important: What do I need to consider before using the data logger?
▪Where do I mount the data logger?
It is best to mount the data logger directly on the transported goods, at a sensitive point,
preferably in the upper third section: with screws, industrial adhesive tape or cable tie.
▪How sensitive is my transported good to shocks, which settings do I choose?
In general: The heavier the goods to be transported, the lower the threshold value, e.g.
300 kg .. < 1 t →Standard high profile - 8 g at 20 milliseconds shock duration
> 1 t .. 8 t →Standard medium profile - 6 g at 15 milliseconds shock duration
> 8 t .. 15 t →Standard low profile - 4 g at 10 milliseconds shock duration
Select a higher or lower profile for lighter/heavier goods.
▪How important are temperature values?
Data recording is event-based with an indication of threshold values: If the values fall
above or below the set threshold value for at least 15 minutes, the data logger records a
temperature event including peak temperature and average value every 10 hours at the
latest.
Please note: with the total memory capacity, you can store 286 events in total for shock,
temperature and activity; if the circular buffer is full, events of a previous date will be
overwritten (except for the first and further 8 peak shock details).
▪How can I retrieve the recorded data?
You can easily read out the data logger via the Smartphone App and directly send the
data from the app via e-mail and import it into PC software. Use the included template to
explain the use to your colleagues and business partners. Alternatives: Time-controlled
stop or stop with the Smartphone App and PIN (only for Android).

Page 3
Mounting
Mounting orientation
To correctly assign the axes in case of shock events, the mounting orientation is critical.
Recommended mounting
▪On steel: M3 ISO 7380 FL
▪On wood/sheet metal: flathead screws with a maximum thread diameter of 3.5 mm
(e.g. DIN 7981)
▪Maximum tightening torque: 0.4 - 0.5 Nm
▪Alternatively, you can use industrial adhesive tape or cable tie
Mounting template
To easily mount the data logger, copy this mounting template (scale: 1:1).
- y
- x
+ x
+ z
+ y
- z

ASPION G-Log and ASPION G-Log Waterproof –Quick guide
Copyright © 2021 ASPION GmbH Page 4
1 Installing ASPION G-Log Manager and card reader
▪If the .NET framework is not set up on your computer, you must first install it:
Execute the dotNET Framework\ndp48-x86-x64-allos-enu.exe
▪Install the driver for the card reader:
Execute the Smart Card Reader\Identiv uTrust V1.19.exe; then connect the card reader to
the USB interface; place card reader on non-metallic surface
▪Installing ASPION G-Log Manager:
Execute ASPION_G-Log_Manager_Installer.msi
After you have successfully installed the software, ASPION G-Log Manager is displayed as
link on your desktop. Start the ASPION G-Log Manager.
Please note: To install the software, you require administrator rights and write access to the
program data directory. Please contact your IT if necessary.
2 Setting the data logger type via the Global settings
You can operate all ASPION data logger with the software. Define the
ASPION G-Log type. The program will support you with exactly those
functions you need to operate the selected type. You can adapt the selection anytime.
3 Editing profiles
Here you define the settings for the operation of a data logger. You can newly create, edit
and delete profiles. Three default profiles are supplied to make orientation easier. With the
settings, you can define the duration and threshold values for which an event is recorded if
the values deviate from these defined thresholds. To obtain usable data, it is critical to
define a profile suiting the characteristics of your transported goods.
Shock settings (see Important: What do I need to consider before using the data logger?):
Battery life determines the data rate at which the accelerometer operates. The data rate is
the higher, the shorter you define the lifespan of the battery. A high data rate is useful
especially for the recording of short shocks.
Activity events for orientation: To monitor data logger activity and for orientation
detection, a shock event is triggered at selected intervals, independent of threshold values.
Temperature thresholds: The temperature sensor measures every 5 minutes. For values
outside the set thresholds, the data logger logs an event-based temperature event after 10
hours. When re-entering the permitted value range, an event is logged earlier.

Page 5
Memory capacity: The data logger stores a total of 286 events. Earlier events are
overwritten in the circular buffer, but the first and the 8 peak shock values including details
are permanently stored. This ensures that you can document the highest shock forces on
your transported goods in detail.
Calculation table as orientation aid for the setting of activity events:
Set Interval
Memory capacity duration of approx. –without any further events
hourly
12 days
every 3 hours
36 days
every 12 hours (2 x day)
13 weeks
1 x day
40 weeks
Every 2 days
80 weeks
Tips for using profiles
If your transport is only on the road for a few days and you also want to monitor the
position of the goods constantly, select a shorter interval for activity events, for example
every 3 hours. For longer transports of several weeks, select a longer interval, for example,
every 2 days.
Example: Profile for recording temperature data for 90 days
To ensure that you receive few shock events, define the following settings: battery life 600
days, shock 12 g, shock duration 40 ms, activity event for orientation = 3 days, threshold
values for temperature e.g. -1°C to 0°C as permitted range.
Having defined these settings, you will thus receive a temperature value every 10 hours for
about 100 days including peak and average value, and an activity event every 3 days.
You can make further global settings such as the extended display of shocks up to ± 24 g per
axis, the control of the app, and other, in the Global settings area.

ASPION G-Log and ASPION G-Log Waterproof –Quick guide
Copyright © 2021 ASPION GmbH Page 6
4 Operating the data logger
You define the details for your shipment when writing the data logger.
Enter a shipment name, the start and stop times for recording events,
and the transport duration if required. This function checks whether the data logger has
sufficient battery capacity for the planned use. Select a profile to define the threshold
values and the activity events. After data is written to the sender, you will receive a
summary of the data on the data logger. The information is stored in the usage list to
ensure traceability. The data logger is now ready to be mounted (see Mounting).
5 a) Reading the data logger with PC software
You receive analyzed data by reading out the data logger: Place the
data logger with the bottom side (label is visible) on the card reader
and follow the instructions of the program. Traffic light symbols immediately show whether
shock or temperature events have occurred. You receive all information about the data in
the data analysis area.
5 b) Reading the data logger with Smartphone App
In addition to the short description, you will find instructions for reading out the data logger
via the App. Follow these instructions. You find these instructions on the USB stick as a
customizable template for which you can pass on to colleagues, customers and service
providers. You can also download them from the customer portal.
Please note: When reading out data via NFC technology, hold the data logger directly and
very close to your smartphone.
iOS App Android App
Reading out data via NFC: Hold data
logger closely to smartphone –for all
ASPION G-Log data logger.
Reading out data via BLE is not possible
(only ASPION G-Log 2 data logger,
recognizable by blue housing)

Page 7
6 Data analysis
The data analysis view shows all information of a read-out data logger at a glance. Activity
events are used to check the functionality during runtime. With the export function, you
receive data analysis in Excel, PDF or native G-Log format displayed in the ASPION G-Log
Manager.
Critical details to judge shock courses are deliverd by shock details in milliseconds, e.g.
Vibration course Air freight transport longer lasting shock
You will find detailed explanations of the data analyses, in particular of shock details and
temperature recordings, in the user manual. We will be happy to help you to correctly
interpret the data.
Further information on the analysis is available online at www.aspion.de!
List with data analyses
Export/Import function
Select: Summary/Shock/Shock details/Temperature/Orientation/Map view
Activity event
Shock event
Time zone selection

ASPION G-Log and ASPION G-Log Waterproof –Quick guide
ASPION GmbH 76149 Karlsruhe, Germany
www.aspion.de +49 721 / 85149-128 [e-mail]
Battery replacement, FAQ and support
As a manufacturer service, we offer the general maintenance of ASPION G-Log (not possible
with ASPION G-Log Waterproof). This includes battery replacement, firmware update,
function test, if necessary replacement of the housing in case of damage and the resetting
to the power-saving default condition. With that, we turn an old device into a new data
logger for you.
Please send us your corresponding request via e-mail to [email protected]e.
For help regarding questions on how to operate the data logger, please go to the ASPION
customer portal at www.aspion.de.
Our support will happily help you with any further questions you may have: e-mail
[e-mail].
Important to note
▪You will find detailed explanations in the user manual.
▪ASPION data logger are not designed for safety-relevant applications.
▪Do not operate data logger which are visibly damaged.
▪Do prevent penetration of fluids to prevent corrosion damage or a short circuit.
▪Never use a data logger with leaking battery; avoid skin contact.
▪The manufacturer does not assume any liability for damages which were caused due to
inappropriate use or wrong operation.
Never dispose of the data logger together with domestic waste. Send the data
logger back to the manufacturer or dispose of them properly as waste electrical
equipment.