Campbell HS2 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HS2 and HS2P
(HydroSense II)
Revision: 3/14
Copyright © 2011-2014
Campbell Scientific, Inc.

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Table of Contents
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1. Introduction .................................................................1
2. Cautionary Statements...............................................2
3. Quickstart ....................................................................2
4. Overview......................................................................3
5. Specifications .............................................................6
5.1 Display Specifications..........................................................................6
5.1.1 Current Drain ................................................................................7
5.2 Sensors Specifications..........................................................................7
5.2.1 Volumetric Water Content Measurement .....................................7
5.2.2 Physical .........................................................................................7
5.3 HS2P Pole Assembly ...........................................................................7
5.3.1 Height............................................................................................8
5.3.2 Weight...........................................................................................8
6. Operation.....................................................................8
6.1 Assembly and First Use .......................................................................8
6.2 Measurements ......................................................................................8
6.3 Water Content Data..............................................................................8
6.4 Water Deficit Data ...............................................................................9
6.4.1 Soil Types .....................................................................................9
6.4.2 Configuring Soil Profiles ............................................................10
6.4.3 Storage ........................................................................................12
6.4.4 Proper Measurement Technique and Limitations .......................12
6.4.4.1 Measurement Principle.....................................................12
6.4.4.2 Rod Insertion ....................................................................12
6.4.4.3Soil Factors Affecting Measurement................................13
6.4.4.4 Measurements in Special Materials..................................13
7. User Interface............................................................13
7.1 Buttons ...............................................................................................14
7.2 Splash Screen .....................................................................................14
7.3 Main Screen .......................................................................................14
7.3.1 GPS Information .........................................................................15
7.3.2 Status Information.......................................................................15
7.3.3Measurement Display .................................................................16
7.3.4 Deficit Display ............................................................................17
8. Data Storage and Retrieval ......................................17
8.1 Storing Data .......................................................................................17
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8.2 What is stored? .................................................................................. 18
8.3 Software ............................................................................................ 18
8.4 Connecting via Bluetooth .................................................................. 18
8.5 Collecting Data.................................................................................. 19
9. GPS ............................................................................19
9.1 GPS Synchronization......................................................................... 19
9.2 Geotagging and Zones....................................................................... 19
10. Troubleshooting........................................................21
11. Maintenance ..............................................................22
11.1 Batteries............................................................................................. 22
11.1.1 Replacing the Battery Pack ........................................................ 22
11.2 Removing Display from HS2P Pole.................................................. 23
11.3 Rod Replacement .............................................................................. 24
11.4 Replacing an HS2P Sensor................................................................ 26
11.5 Operating System Updates ................................................................ 26
Appendix
A. Configuration Menus ..............................................A-1
A.1 Main Menu ...................................................................................... A-1
A.2 Deficit Mode.................................................................................... A-1
A.3 Bluetooth Power .............................................................................. A-1
A.4 Time/Date Menu.............................................................................. A-2
A.5 Time Set .......................................................................................... A-2
A.6 Date Format..................................................................................... A-2
A.7 Time Zone ....................................................................................... A-3
A.8 Time Synchronization ..................................................................... A-4
A.9 Display Settings............................................................................... A-4
A.10 Contrast ........................................................................................... A-4
A.11 Brightness........................................................................................ A-5
A.12 Backlight on Time ........................................................................... A-5
A.13 Light Sensing................................................................................... A-5
A.14 GPS Settings.................................................................................... A-6
A.15 GPS Power ...................................................................................... A-6
A.16 Coordinate Format........................................................................... A-6
A.17 System Settings ............................................................................... A-7
A.18 System on Time............................................................................... A-7
A.19 Restore Settings............................................................................... A-7
A.20 Serial Number.................................................................................. A-8
Figures
1-1. HS2 HydroSense II System ................................................................. 1
1-2. HS2P HydroSense II Pole System....................................................... 1
4-1. HS2 Parts in Hard Carrying Case ........................................................ 5
4-2. HS2P Carrying Tote ............................................................................ 6
4-3. HS2P Parts........................................................................................... 6
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Tables
4-1. Comparison of HydroSense II and HydroSense(I)...............................3
4-2. HydroSense II Parts..............................................................................5
6-1. Default Soil Profiles...........................................................................10
7-1. Status Icons ........................................................................................16
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HS2 and HS2P
1. Introduction
FIGURE 1-1. HS2 HydroSense II System
FIGURE 1-2. HS2P HydroSense II Pole System
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HS2 and HS2P
The HydroSense II is an easy-to-use, portable device for measuring volumetric
water content of soil. The major components of the system are the display, the
sensor, and the software. A sensor with 12 cm rods (model CS659 or CS659P)
and a sensor with 20 cm rods (model CS658 or CS658P) are available.
Campbell Scientific offers the HS2, the standard HydroSense II system, and
the HS2P, a HydroSense II system with a strong handle and pole. FIGURE
1-1, HS2 HydroSense II System (p. 1) shows the HS2 and FIGURE 1-2, HS2P
HydroSense II Pole System (p. 1) shows the HS2P.
Throughout the manual, HydroSense II refers to both the HS2 and
HS2P, unless specified otherwise.
2. Cautionary Statements
•The connectors that connect the HydroSense II display to the sensor are a
push-pull type with locators to align the connectors. DO NOT TWIST.
The connectors can be damaged if the user twists them or attempts to
screw or unscrew them.
•Remove the AA batteries before putting the HydroSense II display into
storage.
•An unobstructed view of the sky may be required to achieve the most
accurate global position data possible from the HydroSense II GPS.
•Sensor rods must be completely inserted into the soil before making a
measurement.
3. Quickstart
1. Remove the HS2 display or HS2P from the carry case.
2. Remove the blue protective strip from the display window.
Steps 3 and 4 are for the HS2 only because the HS2P comes fully
assembled. If using an HS2P, go directly to step 5.
3. Remove the HS2 sensor from the carry case.
4. Connect the HS2 sensor to the display by mating the connector on the
cable to the connector at the bottom of the display. DO NOT TWIST the
connectors.
The connector is a push-pull type with locators to align the
connectors. The connectors can be damaged if the user
attempts to screw or unscrew them. To mate the
connectors, simply bring them together and turn until they
are aligned, then applying firm pressure, slide them together
until they click. To disconnect, pull back on the connector
collar with the thumb and forefinger and pull the two
connectors apart.
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
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