Avisaro 4.0 Series User manual

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Avisaro 4.0 Product Series
Device User Manual
Data Logger / Gateways
Complete Hardware Reference Manual
RS232 // CAN-Bus // RS485 // 0..10V // 4..20mA
Extensions // Sensors
Version / Date: 2022/04/11

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1TABLE OF CONTENT
2 This document ......................................................................................................................................6
2.1 history of changes.........................................................................................................................6
2.2 Audience .......................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Location.........................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Language Versions ........................................................................................................................6
2.5 Other documents..........................................................................................................................6
2.6 Active Links ...................................................................................................................................6
2.7 Document creation .......................................................................................................................6
2.8 Imprint and contact ......................................................................................................................7
3 Enclosure and User Controls.................................................................................................................8
3.1 Start and stop operation...............................................................................................................8
3.2 LED Blink-Codes.............................................................................................................................8
3.3 Real-Time Clock.............................................................................................................................8
3.4 Enclosure “4.0 Sky” with D-Sub connector...................................................................................9
3.5 Enclosure “4.0 Sky” with WAGO connector................................................................................10
3.6 Enclosure “4.0 Sky” with Ethernet and WAGO connector..........................................................11
3.7 Enclosure “4.0 Silver” with screw type connector......................................................................12
4 USB Storage Stick................................................................................................................................13
4.1 Filesystem and Storage size ........................................................................................................13
4.2 Formatting...................................................................................................................................13
4.3 Choosing the right memory stick................................................................................................13
4.4 Recommended Memory Sticks ...................................................................................................14
4.4.1 Recommended....................................................................................................................14
4.4.2 Not recommended..............................................................................................................15
5 Interface description and Pin Layout..................................................................................................16
5.1 Micro-USB Client.........................................................................................................................16
5.2 USB-C (Config and Power)...........................................................................................................16
5.3 Power Supply ..............................................................................................................................17
5.3.1 Barrel Connector.................................................................................................................17
5.4 RS232 Interface...........................................................................................................................17

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5.4.1 Default RS232 settings ........................................................................................................17
5.4.2 Signal levels.........................................................................................................................18
5.4.3 D-Sub Connector - 1x RS232 (“M41014”, “C41014”)..........................................................18
5.4.4 WAGO - 2x RS232 Interface (“M41124” / “C41124”) .........................................................18
5.4.5 Using the WAGO connector................................................................................................20
5.4.6 WAGO to D-Sub Adapter.....................................................................................................20
5.4.7 1x RS232 “SILVER” ( “M41076”, “C41076” ) .......................................................................20
5.5 RS485 Bus Interface ....................................................................................................................21
5.5.1 Default RS485 settings ........................................................................................................21
5.5.2 Signal levels.........................................................................................................................21
5.5.3 WAGO - 2x RS485 Interface (“M42224” / “C42224”) .........................................................21
5.5.4 Using the WAGO connector................................................................................................22
5.5.5 1x RS485 “SILVER” ( “M41076”, “C41076” ) .......................................................................22
5.6 CAN Interface..............................................................................................................................23
5.6.1 Default CAN settings ...........................................................................................................23
5.6.2 Storage format and network packaging..............................................................................23
5.6.3 Signal levels.........................................................................................................................24
5.6.4 Terminating resistor............................................................................................................24
5.6.5 D-Sub Connector –1x CAN (“M43014”, “C43014”)............................................................24
5.6.6 WAGO - 2x CAN Interface (“M43324” / “C43324”) ............................................................25
5.6.7 Using the WAGO connector................................................................................................26
5.6.8 WAGO to D-Sub Adapter.....................................................................................................26
5.6.9 1x CAN “SILVER” ( “M43076”, “C43076” ) ..........................................................................26
5.6.10 M8 - 1x CAN Interface.........................................................................................................27
5.6.11 M12 (male) - 1x CAN Interface............................................................................................28
5.7 Ethernet (RJ45 LAN) Interface.....................................................................................................29
5.8 Analog 4..20mA current loop interface ......................................................................................29
5.8.1 Default 20mA settings.........................................................................................................29
5.8.2 2-wire and 3-wire setup considerations .............................................................................29
5.8.3 WAGO –4x current loop 4..20mA (“M47724” / “C47724”) ...............................................30
5.8.4 2x current loop 4..20mA (“SILVER”: “M47076”, “C47076” )..............................................30
5.9 Analog 0..10V Interface...............................................................................................................32
5.9.1 Default 0..10V settings........................................................................................................32

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5.9.2 Example: Wiring “single ended” measurement..................................................................32
5.9.3 Example: Wiring “differential” measurement ....................................................................32
5.9.4 WAGO - 4x 0..10V Interface (“M49924” / “C49924”).........................................................33
6 Configuration: ‘PC Companion Software’ ...........................................................................................35
6.1 How to configure Avisaro “Series 4.0” products ........................................................................35
6.2 Concept of operation..................................................................................................................35
6.3 Detailed documentation.............................................................................................................35
6.4 “PC Companion Software” Installation.......................................................................................36
6.5 Driver installation........................................................................................................................36
6.6 Initial Set-Up ...............................................................................................................................37
6.7 Using the PC Companion Tool.....................................................................................................37
7 Firmware and Configuration Update..................................................................................................38
7.1 Configuration Update .................................................................................................................38
7.1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................38
7.1.2 Via “PC Companion” Software............................................................................................38
7.1.3 Via USB Stick .......................................................................................................................38
7.2 Firmware Update ........................................................................................................................39
7.2.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................39
7.2.2 Via USB stick........................................................................................................................40
7.2.3 Via “PC Companion” Software............................................................................................40
7.2.4 Via FTP server / internet .....................................................................................................40
8 Avisaro internal data formats .............................................................................................................42
8.1 CAN –CSV Text format................................................................................................................42
8.1.1 CAN CSV text description....................................................................................................42
8.2 CAN Vector(TM) format.................................................................................................................42
8.3 CAN - binary data format............................................................................................................43
8.3.1 CAN frame container...........................................................................................................43
8.3.2 Packaging ............................................................................................................................44
8.3.3 Networking: Example “Whireshark” screenshot ................................................................44
9 Declarations ........................................................................................................................................45
9.1 EC/EU Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................................................45
10 Contact and Support.......................................................................................................................46

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2THIS DOCUMENT
2.1 HISTORY OF CHANGES
The document version equals the document date in the format yyyy.mm.dd.
Version
Description
2022/03/28
Added “configuration via USB stick” / Firmware 2.66 and higher
2021/06/14
Multiple additions and first public release
2021/05/02
Initial version extracted from existing documents
2.2 AUDIENCE
Intended reader of this document are technical personnel installing, configuring, and using the Avisaro
device.
2.3 LOCATION
Check for the latest document version the following link:
Link: https://www.avisaro.de/files/Avisaro/40_Docu/Avisaro-Serie-4.0-User-Manual.pdf
2.4 LANGUAGE VERSIONS
This document is available in English language only.
2.5 OTHER DOCUMENTS
“Technical User Manual 4.0” contains all of this and more information.
Link: https://www.avisaro.com/en/40-ENG-Documentation.html
2.6 ACTIVE LINKS
This PDF contains active links. By 'clicking', e.g. in the table of contents, you can get to the appropriate
paragraph or by 'clicking' on the "Go to:" in the header you can get back.
2.7 DOCUMENT CREATION
This document was created using the “Avisaro Document Builder”. Single text blocks are merged into
targeted documents. Thus, text blocks can be reused in several places, yet no need to update them
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We point this out because:
Advantage is that compact and targeted documents are available. Disadvantage is that in rare occasions,
a paragraph might have comments which do not fit to 100% in the place it is used.
2.8 IMPRINT AND CONTACT
This document is provided by:
Avisaro AG
Grosser Kolonnenweg 18 E
30163 Hannover
Germany
Web: www.avisaro.com
Email: [email protected]om

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3ENCLOSURE AND USER CONTROLS
3.1 START AND STOP OPERATION
The Avisaro 4.0 starts with operation right after power on if an USB stick is inserted. Also, after re-
inserting a USB stick, the operation starts automatically.
3.2 LED BLINK-CODES
There is one multicolor LED to signal states of the Avisaro device.
Code
What is means
Action
Green & blue fading
All is fine
Idle state, no data arriving
None
Green flashing
Data are coming in
(RS232, CAN interface)1)
None
Yello constant
All is fine, USB stick is
checked after mounting
None
Red flashing
No USB stick
or button was pushed
Insert USB stick
Or press button again
Red (about 2sec)
than blue (about
2sec)
Logger restarts.
This should not happen
during normal operation
Check power supply
1) On analog loggers (e.g. 4…20mA) and similar interfaces, data are read continuously, thus no green
flashing is shown
3.3 REAL-TIME CLOCK
A battery buffered internal real time clock is available for time stamping data, start and stop network
upload and others controls. The battery is a rechargeable “memo-buf” cell - specifically designed for RTC
operations. During regular operation, the battery is recharged over a 48h period. During non-operating
times (= supply power off) , the date and time settings are maintained.
If the Avisaro device is networked, a network time server (SNTP) can be used to set time and date
automatically.
If a Avisaro GPS receiver is connected, the RTC can be set using satelite time.
It is possible to define time zones settings.

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3.4 ENCLOSURE “4.0 SKY”WITH D-SUB CONNECTOR
Front with slot for USB stick. Matches are shown
just for size reference:
Reverse side shows D-Sub connector for data and
barrel connector for power. The micro USB port is
for configuration only:
Optional, a DIN rail fitting is available:

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3.5 ENCLOSURE “4.0 SKY”WITH WAGO CONNECTOR
Front with slot for USB stick. Matches are shown
just for size reference:
Reverse side shows the two WAGO connectors
for data and power:
Optional, a DIN rail fitting is available:
WAGO connector are great with single wires. The
Clamps are included in most of our products

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3.6 ENCLOSURE “4.0 SKY”WITH ETHERNET AND WAGO CONNECTOR
Front with slot for USB stick. Matches are shown
just for size reference:
Reverse side shows Ethernet (RJ45) and WAGO
connector for data and power. The micro USB
port is for configuration only:
Optional, a DIN rail fitting is available:
There is an optional adapter piece to connect the
WAGO connector to a standard D-Sub:

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3.7 ENCLOSURE “4.0 SILVER”WITH SCREW TYPE CONNECTOR
View into the enclosure with the lid unscrewed.
During normal operation, the enclosure is sealed.
Optional, a DIN rail fitting is available:

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4USB STORAGE STICK
4.1 FILESYSTEM AND STORAGE SIZE
Commercially available USB 2.0 / 3.0 memory sticks can be used. It is recommended to exclude branded
products - no "promotional items" with your own logo imprint.
There are no speed requirements. Memory sticks that are advertised as particularly fast offer no (!)
advantage in the Avisaro data logger. Typically these optimizations are designed for cameras etc..
Memory sizes from 4 to 256 GByte are supported. As file system FAT or FAT32 (preferred) is used. NTSF
or others are not supported.
Memory sticks are typically not in the scope of delivery - each application typically has different
requirements.
4.2 FORMATTING
Usually, sticks come pre-formatted, so you don’t have to do anything. Even larger than 32GByte sticks
are preformatted with FAT32.
Sticks equal or smaller than 32 GByte can be formatted with Windows Operating system as it is. Use
“FAT32” as the desired format.
Windows Operating System does not allow to format sticks larger then 32 GByte with the FAT32 file
system. Usually, sticks come pre-formatted, so you don’t have to do anything. If there is a need to
reformat a stick, the Avisaro Device can be used. Please refer to later chapter “Configuration: PC
Companion Software” .. “USB Storage” ether in this document, or in the overall “User Manual Serie 4.0”
document.
Alternatively, third party tools for Windows can be used to format large USB sticks. Please note: Avisaro
can not support those third party tools within our technical support via telephone or email.
4.3 CHOOSING THE RIGHT MEMORY STICK
For industrial use, special parameters may have to be observed:
The temperature range should be considered. There are "industrial grade" memory sticks available -
often designed as "SLC" version - which are also suitable for harsh environments.
The mechanical dimension should also be considered. It is disadvantageous if the stick protrudes openly
from the housing and could be knocked off. In this case short sticks are recommended. If the logger is
installed protected, then a longer stick is easier to use.

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The appropriate memory size also depends on the intended use. Due to the technology, memory sticks
with an extremely high capacity are typically less robust than smaller memory sizes. The loggers have a
"ring memory" that can be optionally activated. If the memory stick becomes full (approx. less than
100MB free memory) the oldest files are deleted - this is a useful setting for some applications.
4.4 RECOMMENDED MEMORY STICKS
It is difficult to recommend consumer grade USB sticks as detailed technical information are not
published.
Nevertheless, we try (please check for updated documentation often, link found in previous chapters):
Last updated: April 5th, 2022
4.4.1 Recommended
Manufacturer
Model
Picture
Capacity
Technology
Remarks
SanDisk
Ultra Fit
16 GB
Consumer
SanDisk
Ultra
32 GB
Consumer
Intenso
Slim Line
8 GB
Consumer
Kingston
Data Traveler 2
16 GB
Consumer

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Innodisk
USB Drive 3SE
4-32 GB
Industrial
SLC Technology
4.4.2 Not recommended
Manufacturer
Model
Picture
Capacity
Technology
Remarks
Verbatim
Slider
Store N Go
8 GB
Consumer
Stick failures after
short period of
time

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5INTERFACE DESCRIPTION AND PIN LAYOUT
5.1 MICRO-USB CLIENT
The Micro-USB client interface is used for configuration only.
USB in “4.0 Sky” products USB Client in “4.0 Silver” products
Most Avisaro devices are powered through the Mico-USB client port, however only for configuration. A
stable regular operation is not guaranteed. Use the regular power supply for normal operation.
A “Micro USB” cable is used. As those cable are widely available, this cable is not part of scope of
delivery to avoid electronic waste.
Heads-up: There are sometimes Micro USB cable which only do power supply, but not data. Those are
used i.e. with mobile phones. If the Avisaro device is powered, but no data connection to the PC –just
choose a different USB cable.
5.2 USB-C (CONFIG AND POWER)

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Configuration
Power
5.3 POWER SUPPLY
For regular operation, an external power supply must be connected. Powering the device through
micro-USB is not (!) sufficient.
5.3.1 Barrel Connector
Power supply at the “D-Sub” version is realized using a widely used barrel connector:
The matching plug has the following dimensions (which are widely used and very much a ‘standard’):
•Diameter outside: 5.5 mm
•Pin inside: 2.1 mm
•Shaft of 9.5 mm
•Polarity: middle pin is + voltage, outside is ground (-) voltage
•Voltage: 6 to 32 V DC (recommendation: 9V or 12V)
5.4 RS232 INTERFACE
This is an industry standard RS232 connection.
5.4.1 Default RS232 settings
Those are the default settings:
Baudrate
9600
No of bits
8
Parity bits
none
Stop bits
1
Flow control
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5.4.2 Signal levels
Max Input voltage range on signal pins: -24 to 24 V
Output level provided: -5V to 5V
5.4.3 D-Sub Connector - 1x RS232 (“M41014”, “C41014”)
Industry standard SubD-9 connector (male)
Connector
Interface
Pin
Signal
Direction
D-Sub,
9 pol, male
1st RS232
1
n.c. (optional DCD)
2
RxD - Data
in
3
TxD - Data
out
4
n.c. (optional DTR)
5
GND
Power & Signal
6
n.c. (optional DSR)
7
RTS - Signal
out
8
CTS - Signal
in
9
n.c. (optional: VCC (6..32V))
Power
Supply voltage does not carry an output voltage –thus if the device is powered via barrel connector, Pin
9 does not show the input voltage (internal diode). This is for security reason. If needed, Avisaro can
modify the device such that this pin can be used to power other devices.
5.4.4 WAGO - 2x RS232 Interface (“M41124” / “C41124”)

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Connector
Interface
Pin
Signal
Direction
WAGO A
2nd RS232
1
CTS
in
2
RTS
out
3
RxD
in
4
TxD
out
5
VCC (6..32V)
Power
6
GND
Power & Signal
WAGO B
1st RS232
1
CTS
in
2
RTS
out
3
RxD
in
4
TxD
out
5
VCC (6..32V)
Power
6
GND
Power & Signal
Cables are connected with the WAGO 734 series connectors. In most product configurations, those
adapters are shipped with the box. Check the 'scope of delivery' list.

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5.4.5 Using the WAGO connector
To open the WAGO clamp, insert a screwdriver as shown in the picture
to the left. Push down gently –this will open the clamp and you can
insert the cable.
Typically, WAGO clamp is included in the scope of delivery.
Type of connector: WAGO 734
5.4.6 WAGO to D-Sub Adapter
There is a WAGO to D-Sub adapter available (product # “Z3011”).
This adapter allows for easy cable connection from standard RS232
cable to WAGO, including a power supply with a barrel connector.
Barrel connector for power supply: The matching plug has the
following dimensions (which are widely used and very much a
‘standard’): Diameter outside: 5.5 mm, inside: 2.1 mm and a shaft
of 9.5 mm. Polarity: middle pin is + voltage, outside is ground (-)
voltage. Same voltage as described above.
Please note: For the Avisaro 4.0 family with 2x RS232 WAGO: only one of those connectors fit –two
connectors are to wide !
5.4.7 1x RS232 “SILVER” ( “M41076”, “C41076” )
Connector
Interface
Pin
Signal
Direction
Screw Type
1st RS232
1
GND
Power & Signal