FTS AXIOM H1 User manual

700 – Axiom - H1 Overview– Rev 2 - 03 Aug 2017
AXIOM H1
Smart Datalogger for Extreme Environments
Overview and Quick Start Guide
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700-Axiom – H1 Overview Rev. 7 03 Aug 2017
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The Axiom Suite of Manuals
Axiom (F6/H2/H1) Overview Description, Quick Start Guide, General Operating
Instructions, Specifications
Axiom G6 Configuration Reference Detailed description of all functions of 7 home screen
icons. Brief description of Telemetry (8th icon). Covers
Sensor Extensions and sensor mapping.
Axiom Telemetry Reference Detailed description of the Telemetry functions including
message formatting.
Axiom Field Reference and Guide A field reference with the most common features used on
site visits.
Axiom Installation and Maintenance
Guide
Installation and maintenance details.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................... i
Chapter 1 Description ............................................................................................................. 1
1.1 General ............................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Power connections ......................................................................................................... 3
Solar panel .............................................................................................................................................................................3 1.2.1
Battery .....................................................................................................................................................................................3 1.2.2
1.3 Sensor inputs .................................................................................................................. 3
SDI ports .................................................................................................................................................................................3 1.3.1
Dedicated rain sensor .......................................................................................................................................................4 1.3.2
Internal sensors ...................................................................................................................................................................4 1.3.3
1.4 Telemetry panel .............................................................................................................. 5
Telemetry options ..............................................................................................................................................................6 1.4.1
1.5 User interface .................................................................................................................. 7
Touchscreen .........................................................................................................................................................................7 1.5.1
USB ports ................................................................................................................................................................................8 1.5.2
GUI Home screen ................................................................................................................................................................8 1.5.3
Chapter 2 Quick start guide ................................................................................................. 10
2.1 Configuring the Datalogger........................................................................................ 10
Load and Modify an existing Configuration/Template File ............................................................................ 10 2.1.1
Configure dedicated and internal sensors ............................................................................................................. 11 2.1.2
Configure mathematical calculations and program scripts ............................................................................ 11 2.1.3
Log Data .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11 2.1.4
Display or Configure Telemetry port settings ...................................................................................................... 12 2.1.5
Confirm Station Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 12 2.1.6
Save Configuration to USB ........................................................................................................................................... 12 2.1.7
Graph and View Data ..................................................................................................................................................... 13 2.1.8
Export Data to USB .......................................................................................................................................................... 13 2.1.9
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions ........................................................................................ 14
3.1 General ......................................................................................................................... 14
Mouse and keyboard connection ............................................................................................................................. 14 3.1.1
Password protection ...................................................................................................................................................... 14 3.1.2
Datalogger time ............................................................................................................................................................... 15 3.1.3
Using template and configuration files .................................................................................................................. 15 3.1.4
USB connection to a PC ................................................................................................................................................. 15 3.1.5
Touchscreen considerations ....................................................................................................................................... 17 3.1.6
Telemetry connection to a PC .................................................................................................................................... 17 3.1.7
3.2 USB memory stick information ................................................................................... 18

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Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................... 18 3.2.1
File structure ...................................................................................................................................................................... 19 3.2.2
3.3 Datalogger status ........................................................................................................ 20
Home screen status indicators ................................................................................................................................... 20 3.3.1
Data point values ............................................................................................................................................................. 21 3.3.2
Audit log .............................................................................................................................................................................. 22 3.3.3
3.4 Data status ................................................................................................................... 22
Data storage information ............................................................................................................................................. 22 3.4.1
Data viewing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23 3.4.2
Data operations ................................................................................................................................................................ 23 3.4.3
Remote Datalogger communication ....................................................................................................................... 24 3.4.4
3.5 Telemetry Devices ....................................................................................................... 24
Telemetry Status .............................................................................................................................................................. 26 3.5.1
Chapter 4 DB9 telemetry reference ..................................................................................... 27
4.1 Configuring DB9/DB9-P .............................................................................................. 27
Port Settings Tab .............................................................................................................................................................. 27 4.1.1
Protocol Settings Tab ..................................................................................................................................................... 28 4.1.2
Chapter 5 Specifications....................................................................................................... 29
5.1 Datalogger ................................................................................................................... 29
General ................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 5.1.1
User interface .................................................................................................................................................................... 30 5.1.2
Connectors ......................................................................................................................................................................... 30 5.1.3
5.2 Internal G6 transmitter (OPTIONAL) .......................................................................... 36
Transmission data rates ................................................................................................................................................. 36 5.2.1
Output .................................................................................................................................................................................. 36 5.2.2
Frequency range .............................................................................................................................................................. 36 5.2.3
Frequency stability .......................................................................................................................................................... 36 5.2.4
Channel bandwidth ........................................................................................................................................................ 36 5.2.5
Time keeping ..................................................................................................................................................................... 36 5.2.6
GPS ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 36 5.2.7
REVISION HISTORY ................................................................................................................. 37

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Chapter 1 Description
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1.1 General
The FTS Axiom H1 Datalogger is a robust weatherproof Datalogger with a built-in power management
system, support for a variety of sensors and telemetry devices, an industrial grade colour touchscreen
display, and standard USB ports.
The Axiom H1 employs the FTS Quick Touch System™ which combines a graphical user interface (GUI)
with a colour touchscreen display and USB ports for easy operation. On-site data retrieval, Datalogger
parameter optimization, and performance information are simple and intuitive.
The Datalogger can store multiple Datalogger configurations as well as several years of typical
environmental data. Data in the Axiom H1 is stored in a circular buffer in non-volatile memory with
time tags on each record. The time tags have a resolution of one second and correctly account for leap
years. Non-volatile memory ensures that data is preserved through power cycles and the circular buffer
ensures that the oldest data is overwritten by the newest data when the memory fills.
The Datalogger is watertight, even without connectors attached. Device connectors (sensors and
telemetry) are circular metal shell, bayonet, military style connectors which are uniquely keyed and
colour coded to minimize erroneous connections. The Datalogger supports SDI-12 sensors as well as an
FTS Rain Gauge.
Some models have a built-in power management system which integrates a SOLAR PANEL input and a
BATTERY input to provide a method of regulating and maintaining the optimal battery charge
condition.
Support for two independent telemetry devices is standard with each Datalogger. The Axiom H1
Datalogger can be ordered with two external telemetry ports or with an internal FTS G6 transmitter with
one external telemetry port. See Figure 1 for the available configurations. The Axiom H1 automatically
synchronizes with UTC time if an FTS G6 transmitter is connected either externally or internally to the
Datalogger. The Datalogger can be set to any time zone offset.
Ports/Inputs
Model
Independent
External
DB9 Ports
Internal G6
Connection
External
Telemetry
Port
Independent
SDI-12
Sensor
Dedicated
Rain
Sensor
Battery
Input
Solar
Input
H1-DB9-2 2 2 1
H1-G6-DB9 1 1 2 1
H1-G6-TLM 1 1 2 1
H1R-G6-TLM 1 1 2 1 1
H1S-G6-TLM 1 1 2 1 1
H1RS-G6-TLM 1 1 2 1 1 1
H1-TLM-2 2 2 1
Figure 1: Axiom H1 configurations

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Figure 1 identifies the components of the Axiom H1 Datalogger front panel. The front panel is divided
into four functional locks:
Power Connections
SOLAR PANEL and BATTERY inputs
Sensor Inputs colour coded sensor inputs
Telemetry Panel dual TELEMETRY or internal G6 with single TELEMETRY
User Interface touchscreen, stylus, and USB ports
Figure 2: Axiom H1 Datalogger front panel (H1RS-G6-TLM model shown)
TELEMETRY
PANEL
USER
INTERFACE
SENSOR
INPUTS
POWER
CONNECTIONS

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1.2 Power connections
Power connections for the Axiom H1 Datalogger comprise the
SOLAR PANEL
input and the
BATTERY
input.
The
BATTERY
input is the power source for the Datalogger while the
SOLAR PANEL
input is used by the
internal power management system to charge the 12-volt battery.
Solar panel 1.2.1
The
SOLAR PANEL
input is colour coded on the Datalogger front panel with a black ring around the
connector. The connector is a three terminal, pin (male), bayonet, military style connector which can
accept a solar panel array up to a maximum of 100 Watts. The
SOLAR PANEL
input has an internal
blocking diode to prevent battery voltage from running back through the power management system
and discharging through the solar panel at night.
Normally solar panels are provided by FTS with the appropriate mating connector; however, if required,
details for the solar panel connection can be found in the Specifications section of this manual.
1.2.1.1 Solar charge operation
The
SOLAR PANEL
input provides power directly to the battery charge control circuits. This allows the
internal power management system to begin to charge the battery attached to the
BATTERY
input even
when there is not enough battery capacity to run the Datalogger (i.e. a completely discharged battery).
In addition, once the Datalogger is powered, battery charging is temperature compensated for optimal
battery charging.
Battery 1.2.2
The
BATTERY
connector is colour coded on the Datalogger front panel with a black ring around the
connector. The connector is a seven terminal, pin (male), bayonet, military style connector which is
designed to connect to a 12 V, absorbed glass mat, deep cycle battery. The cable connection to the
battery includes the main battery connection as well as voltage sensing leads and a temperature
sensing element. This set of connections enables the Datalogger’s power management system to
optimize battery charging as it is able to accurately measure the battery voltage and to temperature
compensate the battery charging algorithm.
Details of the battery connection can be found in the Specifications section of this manual.
1.3 Sensor inputs
The Axiom H1 Datalogger has two independent SDI-12
1
connection ports, as well as several internal
sensors. Some models have a dedicated rain sensor.
SDI ports 1.3.1
The Axiom H1 Datalogger has two fully independent front panel SDI-12 ports (SDI A and SDI B). The SDI
ports are special dedicated sensor connectors as the SDI-12 is a multi-drop interface (more than one
1
SDI-12 is a serial digital interface standard for microprocessor based sensors (for more information, see
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sensor can be connected to a single SDI bus). Two independent SDI ports allow sensors which require a
long time to return data to be placed on a separate bus from quicker SDI sensors. Dual ports also offer
protection against a damaged sensor disrupting communications to all SDI sensors as the sensors can
be split between two buses.
The Axiom H1 is the master all four SDI ports and fully supports the SDI protocol (currently version 1.3).
SDI-12 ports are colour coded on the Datalogger front panel with an orange ring around the connector.
The connector is a three terminal, socket (female), bayonet, military style connector which is compatible
with all SDI-12 sensors with mating military connectors.
Normally SDI sensors are provided by FTS with the appropriate mating connector. Details for the SDI
port connections can be found in the Specifications section of this manual
1.3.1.1 Optional SDI-AM analog expansion module
An optional SDI-AM expansion module for general purpose analog inputs is available for use with the
Axiom H1 Datalogger. The SDI-AM is an SDI-12 module designed to provide easy connection to legacy
analog sensors through spring clamp terminal strips. The SDI-AM connects to the Axiom H1 on either of
the Datalogger’s SDI ports. The module provides four configurable analog input channels; two switched
12 V power supply outputs; two excitation voltage outputs; and a general purpose counter input.
Refer to the SDI-AM Operating Manual (FTS Document Number: 700-SDI-AM) for details on the analog
expansion module.
Dedicated rain sensor 1.3.2
The
RAIN
input is colour coded on the Datalogger front panel with a blue ring around the connector.
The connector is a three terminal, socket (female), bayonet, military style connector which is compatible
with tipping bucket rain gauge sensors.
Rain sensing on the Axiom H1 Datalogger is accomplished by counting the number of tips of a
calibrated tipper bucket and then converting the number of tips to a specific rainfall amount.
Normally Rain Gauges are provided by FTS with the appropriate mating connector. Details for the
RAIN
input connection can be found in the Specifications section of this manual.
Internal sensors 1.3.3
Internal sensors are sensors which are inside the Datalogger case (internal to the Datalogger). The
purpose of these sensors is to provide the user additional station operating information.
1.3.3.1 Battery
The internal battery sensor measures parameters of the Datalogger’s front panel
BATTERY
input. The
battery sensor can be configured to measure battery voltage, current, and temperature.
1.3.3.1.1 Battery voltage
Battery voltage is measured in Volts.

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1.3.3.1.2 Battery current
Battery current is measured in Amps. A negative reading indicates current is being pulled from the
battery (i.e. the battery is being discharged). A positive reading indicates current is being supplied to
the battery (i.e. the battery is being charged from the solar panel).
1.3.3.1.3 Battery temperature
Battery temperature can be measured in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
1.3.3.2 Solar panel
The internal solar panel sensor measures parameters of the Datalogger’s front panel SOLAR PANEL input.
This sensor can be configured to measure solar panel voltage and current.
1.3.3.2.1 Solar panel voltage
Solar panel voltage is measured in Volts.
1.3.3.2.2 Solar panel current
Solar panel current, the current supplied by the solar panel to charge the battery, is measured in Amps.
1.3.3.3 Case temperature
The case temperature sensor measures the temperature internal to the Axiom H1 Datalogger. Case
temperature can be reported in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
1.3.3.4 Location
Three internal location measurements are available in the Datalogger. Elevation, latitude, longitude are
automatically populated if there is a G6 transmitter connected to the Datalogger (obtained from the
GPS connected to the transmitter). If the Datalogger is using telemetry other than an FTS G6
transmitter, these three values can be manually entered through the user interface (on the Site tab of
the Station screen).
1.3.3.4.1 Elevation
Elevation is the distance above sea level. Elevation can be reported in metres, feet, or inches.
1.3.3.4.2 Latitude and longitude
Latitude and Longitude are automatically reported if there is an FTS G6 transmitter connected with a
GPS fix or they can be manually entered in degrees-minutes-seconds (dms) format on the Datalogger
touchscreen. However; when these parameters are logged, they are stored in decimal format.
1.3.3.5 Telemetry specific
Additional internal sensors may be available to the user depending on the telemetry device attached to
the Datalogger (e.g., Forward Power if a G6 transmitter is used as a telemetry device). Refer to the
Telemetry Reference manual appropriate to your Telemetry device.
1.4 Telemetry panel
The telemetry panel on the Axiom H1 Datalogger allows for factory configuration of the telemetry
device connections. The Axiom H1 supports the connection of two telemetry devices. The devices can

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both be external to the Datalogger (dual external telemetry panel) or one device can be externally
connected and a G6 transmitter can be internal to the Axiom H1 (single external telemetry panel with
built-in G6). A standard DB9 female connector or the standard FTS telemetry military style connector
can be used for connection to a computer or external telemetry device.
External
TELEMETRY
connectors on the Axiom H1 Datalogger are colour coded on the telemetry panel
with a green ring around the connector. The connector is an eight terminal, pin (male), bayonet, military
style connector which is compatible with existing FTS telemetry devices.
Normally telemetry devices are provided by FTS with the appropriate mating connector. Details for the
TELEMETRY
connector can be found in the Specifications section of this manual.
Telemetry options 1.4.1
There are two telemetry panel options with two different connector types which can be selected at the
time of order: dual external telemetry (DB9 or military-style connectors), and internal G6 transmitter
with external telemetry (DB9 or military-style connector).
1.4.1.1 Dual external telemetry
The top connector on the dual external telemetry panel is defined as Telemetry Port A. The lower
connector is defined as Telemetry Port B. Both connections are functionally identical.
DB9 Connectors FTS military-style connectors
Figure 3: Dual External Telemetry Panel
1.4.1.2 Internal G6 transmitter with external telemetry
This telemetry panel option has the upper telemetry port replaced with two RF connectors: an N-type
connector and an SMA connector. The N-type connector is used for the internal FTS G6 transmit
antenna connection while the SMA connector is the FTS G6 transmitter’s GPS connection. The internal

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FTS G6 transmitter is defined as Telemetry Port A while the lower telemetry connector remains defined
as Telemetry Port B.
DB9 Connector
FTS military-style connector
Figure 4: Internal FTS G6 Transmitter with Single External
Telemetry Panel
1.4.1.2.1 GPS connection
The GPS connector on the telemetry panel shown in Figure 4 is used by the internal FTS G6 transmitter.
The FTS G6 transmitter uses the GPS signal to synchronize its clock to UTC time. The Axiom H1
Datalogger is in turn synchronized with UTC time from the FTS G6 transmitter and can be set to any
time zone offset. The Axiom H1 Datalogger also obtains position information (latitude, longitude, and
elevation) from the FTS G6 transmitter
1.5 User interface
The Datalogger’s user interface incorporates an industrial grade colour touchscreen with a GUI
(graphical user interface) application, and standard USB connectors. This eliminates the need for a
personal computer during site visits or when configuring the Datalogger.
Touchscreen 1.5.1
The display used in the Axiom H1 Datalogger is a high visibility, industrial grade, 3.5” colour LCD
module with quarter VGA resolution and a built-in touch panel. The display is backlit and is bright and
clear even in direct sunlight. A tethered stylus is supplied with each Datalogger for use with the
touchscreen although most icons are large enough to be operated with a bare finger.
1.5.1.1 Backlight
The touchscreen’s backlight turns on when the touchscreen is touched and automatically turns off after
10 minutes of non-use (no touches on the touchscreen).

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USB ports 1.5.2
Two styles of USB ports are present on the Datalogger. The
USB DEVICE
port is used to connect the
Datalogger to a PC while the dual
USB HOST
port is used to connect USB accessories (mouse, keyboard,
memory stick, etc.) to the Datalogger. Both USB port types (
USB HOST
and
USB DEVICE
) support USB Basic-
Speed data transfer (low speed of 1.5 Mb/s, and full speed of 12 Mb/s).
GUI Home screen 1.5.3
The
Home
screen (Figure 5) is the top-most screen in the graphical user interface (GUI), and is the screen
which appears when the Datalogger has completed powering up. Information on the current state of
the Datalogger is provided through the Home screen status indicators. From the
Home
screen the user
can navigate to the desired location or perform the desired action by pressing the appropriate icon.
For detailed directions on each of the home screen icons and their functions, refer to the Axiom
Configuration Reference.
Figure 5: Home screen
1.5.3.1 Status indicators
The status indicators provide cursory information such as sensor activity, battery voltage, and battery
state to allow the user to make a quick assessment as to how the Datalogger is operating.
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for specifics on the
Home
screen status indicators.
1.5.3.2 Station Icon
The
Station
icon accesses screens that provide the user with Datalogger specifics such as software
version, serial number, manufacture date, etc. The user can also enter a station name and description as
well as save and load Datalogger configuration files.
1.5.3.3 Sensors icon
The
Sensors
icon accesses screens that provide the user access to sensor definitions. The
Sensors
screen
allows the user to define new sensors (Internal, Dedicated, or SDI) as well as individually examine
existing sensor operation and configuration.
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for details on sensor monitoring.
Status
Indicators

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1.5.3.4 SDI-12 icon
The SDI-12 icon accesses screens that provide the user access to the Datalogger’s SDI ports and
specifically to SDI sensor definitions. The SDI Sensor Mapping screen allows the user to define new SDI
sensors and examine their operation, to automatically detect SDI sensors that are connected to the
Datalogger, and to manually issue commands over the SDI ports.
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for details on SDI sensor set-up and operation.
1.5.3.5 Processes icon
The Processes icon accesses screens that enable the user to define mathematical calculations and custom
scripts to manipulate sensor measurements or other processes. A process output is treated the same as
a sensor reading – both are valid data points as the Datalogger is not concerned about the source of the
data. Any data point can be logged, transmitted, displayed, or used in another calculation.
1.5.3.6 Current Conditions icon
The Current Conditions icon accesses screens that display and configure a set of user selected data points
to facilitate easy monitoring of a specific set of data. The user can manually refresh the current
condition readings at any time or have the Datalogger automatically update the display (on a one
minute interval) with a series of current condition readings.
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for details on viewing the current conditions.
1.5.3.7 Telemetry icon
The Telemetry icon accesses screens that allow the user to configure the telemetry port for a specific
telemetry device and to retrieve status information from the device. The options are: G6 (FTS G6 satellite
transmitter); RVT (FTS Radio Voice Transmitter); AirTalk (the successor to RVT); DB9 (simple serial
communications); FTS (all other telemetry types); and None (disabled).
Refer to the Operation section of this manual for details on telemetry device configuration and status
monitoring.
1.5.3.8 Service icon
The Service icon accesses screens that provide access to Datalogger maintenance related items. Through
Service, the user can set the Datalogger’s data and time, review and manage the Datalogger’s audit log,
record serial numbers of the sensors used by the Datalogger, and issue site visit service reports.

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Chapter 2 Quick start guide
_________________________________________________________________________________
2.1 Configuring the Datalogger
FTS normally configures the Datalogger to meet the user’s requirements; however, should it be
necessary, the user can set-up or modify the Datalogger’s configuration.
There are three ways to configure a Datalogger:
1.
Load and modify an existing Configuration File,
2.
Load and modify an existing Template File, or
3.
Configure the Datalogger from start to finish using the touchscreen and GUI.
Load and Modify an existing Configuration/Template File 2.1.1
A basic guide to configure the Datalogger is outlined in the steps below. Details on configuration
specifics can be found in the Axiom Configuration Reference.
1.
Power the Datalogger
a. Attach the battery to the power cable.
b. Plug the power connector into the Datalogger.
2.
Set the Datalogger’s date, time, and time zone:
a. Press
Service
.
b. Press
Set Date/Time.
c. Enter date, time, and time zone values.
d. Press
OK
and then
Home
when you are finished.
3.
Set the station name and description:
a. Press
Station
and select the
Site
tab.
b. Press
Edit
.
c. Enter your station name and description
d. Press
OK
when you are done.
4.
To configure the Datalogger from an existing template or configuration file:
a.
On the
Home
screen, press
Station.
b. Select the
Setup
tab on the
Station Set-up
screen.
c. Press
Load Configuration
.
d. Select the template or configuration file.

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e. After the Datalogger has loaded the desired configuration go to Step 9 to
configure/confirm the telemetry settings. Otherwise press
Home
and continue with the
steps below.
Configure dedicated and internal sensors 2.1.2
1. To configure the dedicated and internal sensors:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Sensors
.
b. Press
Add
to create the desired sensor and then enter the appropriate parameters.
c. Press
OK
.
d. Press
Home
.
2. To configure the SDI sensors:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
SDI-12
.
b. SDI sensors connected to the Datalogger can be automatically detected by pressing
Detect
. This
will return each sensor’s SDI address as well as information about the sensor (manufacturer,
model, serial number).
c. Press
New
in the Defined Name column to configure each SDI sensor.
d. Return to the
Home
screen when you are finished.
Configure mathematical calculations and program scripts 2.1.3
1. To configure mathematical calculations and program scripts (e.g., averages, minimum or maximum
values, custom calculations etc.):
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Processes
.
b. Use Add to create the desired process and then enter the appropriate parameters.
c. Press
Home
when you are finished.
Log Data 2.1.4
1.
To log data from each sensor:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Data
and then the
Setup Cog
.
b. If the logger was programmed at our factory, there will already be a defined
Logging
Interval
configuration. To view configuration details, press the icon.
c. If a new logging interval is required:
i. Press
Add
and then press
Edit
.
ii. Select a variable name or sensor name and add this to the Logged Variables list
on the right-hand side.

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iii. Continue adding to the list until all the variables you want logged appear on the
right-hand side.
iv. Choose a logging interval time
v. Press
OK
to save.
d. Return to the
Home
screen when you are finished.
Display or Configure Telemetry port settings 2.1.5
1.
To display or configure the current telemetry port settings:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Telemetry
.
b. Setup is required only for G6 transmitter. If the Datalogger is connected to a G6
transmitter (internally or externally):
i. Press the port’s
Status
button to display a summary status screen for the G6
transmitter.
ii. Press the
Setup Cog
and then
Edit
to configure your station’s NESID and relevant
transmit parameters.
iii. Navigate to the Self-Timed Tab to set the desired message format.
iv. Press
OK
after you are done to return to the setup screen.
v. Next, select the desired message format and then press
Set Message
to configure
the data transmitted on each G6 transmission.
vi. Return to the
Home
screen when you are finished.
Confirm Station Operation 2.1.6
1.
Confirm proper station operation:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Current Conditions
b. Press the
Setup Cog
and choose which Datalogger parameters to monitor. Press
OK
when
finished.
c. Press
Refresh
on the
Current Conditions
screen to update the display with the latest sensor
readings.
d. Return to the
Home
screen when you are finished.
Save Configuration to USB 2.1.7
1.
For your records, save the Datalogger’s configuration to your USB memory stick:
a. Plug your memory stick into one of the Datalogger’s
USB HOST
ports.
b. On the
Home
screen, press
Station
and then select the
Set-up
tab.
c. Press
Save Configuration
and then press
OK
to save the Datalogger’s configuration to the
USB memory stick.

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If desired you can also save a template of the Datalogger’s configuration to the USB memory stick
(refer the Operation section of this manual for the difference between templates and
configurations).
Graph and View Data 2.1.8
1.
To graph data:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Data.
b. Press
Graph
.
c. Press the
Setup Cog
to configure the graph.
2.
To view data:
a. On the
Home
screen, press
Data.
b. Press
Table
.
Export Data to USB 2.1.9
1.
To export data to your USB memory stick:
a. Plug your memory stick into one of the Datalogger’s
USB HOST
ports.
b. On the
Home
screen, press
Data.
c. Press
Download
.
d. Select the desired date range and then press
Download
to download the data.
e. Note that the export process can require some time if a large data range is selected.

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Chapter 3 Operating Instructions
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3.1 General
Data logging is a simple, straightforward process – data is sampled and stored on predefined intervals.
Operation of the Datalogger is also quite simple as the Datalogger GUI has several facilities (which can
be password protected) to configure the Datalogger and to monitor the status of the Datalogger and
data logging system. The user has several options when interfacing with the Datalogger. The simplest
option is to use the Datalogger’s touchscreen GUI together with a USB memory stick. Alternately, the
Datalogger can be connected to a PC as a USB device. Third, the Datalogger telemetry port can be
connected to a PC through an RS-232 serial port. As well, several telemetry choices exist for remote data
collection from the Datalogger.
Mouse and keyboard connection 3.1.1
For convenience, a USB mouse and/or keyboard can be connected to the Datalogger’s
USB HOST
ports.
The Datalogger’s touchscreen continues to function while the mouse and keyboard are connected.
Password protection 3.1.2
Two levels of password protection can be utilized on the Datalogger. A User Level password grants
touchscreen read-only access to the Datalogger while a Tech Level password enables the operator to
modify the Datalogger configuration. It is the choice of the station operator whether or not to enable
password protection on the Datalogger as passwords are not set when the Datalogger is shipped from
FTS.
3.1.2.1 User level
A User Level password allows the operator read-only access to the Datalogger. The operator is able to
examine Datalogger status (i.e. view data, read sensors, view telemetry configuration etc.) but cannot
change the configuration of the logger if a Tech Level password is set.
3.1.2.2 Tech level
The purpose of the Tech (technician) Level password is to prevent unauthorized modifications to the
Datalogger. A Tech Level password allows the operator full access to the Datalogger. The operator is
able to modify Datalogger operation (i.e. load new configurations, create and change datalogging
intervals, create and change sensor definitions etc.). There are no restrictions placed on a Tech Level
user. If a Tech Level password is not set then the User Level has access to Tech Level functionality.
3.1.2.3 Logout
Automatic logout from User Level or Tech Level occurs after 20 minutes of touchscreen inactivity. In
addition, a station operator can force a logout by pressing
Logout
on the
Service
screen.

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Datalogger time 3.1.3
The user can set the Datalogger to report the time in whatever time zone they desire. The Datalogger
continually displays the time (as per the time zone setting) in the upper right corner of the display. All
datalogging and all audit log entries are recorded with the time of the time zone setting.
3.1.3.1 Setting the time
On the
Service
screen, press
Set Date/Time
to set the Datalogger date, time and time zone. Check the
Enable Daylight Savings box if you want the Datalogger to track daylight savings time.
3.1.3.2 Operation with a G6 G6 transmitter
When the Datalogger is connected to a G6 G6 transmitter, the Datalogger’s time automatically
synchronizes with the high-accuracy, GPS-synchronized clock in the G6 transmitter. Clock
synchronization occurs the first time the G6’s time is synchronized. Clock synchronization also occurs
before each test or self-timed G6 transmission and every 24 hours after power on but only if there is a
time difference greater than one second between the Datalogger and G6 transmitter. Although the
Datalogger is synchronized with the G6’s time, the time zone setting of the Datalogger is unaffected. If
you want the Datalogger time to match the G6 transmitter time, set the Datalogger’s time zone to the
UTC setting and do not select the
Enable Daylight Savings
checkbox.
Using template and configuration files 3.1.4
Configuration and template files are powerful tools for maintaining a network of Dataloggers.
Configuration files allow unique Datalogger configurations to be saved or loaded while template files
are used to store or distribute specific data collection algorithms for use in any number of Dataloggers.
3.1.4.1 Configuration files
A configuration file encompasses all Datalogger details – this includes Datalogger specific information
such as site and telemetry parameters as well as general data collection and processing algorithms.
Saving the Datalogger’s configuration is useful as it becomes a record which can be used to restore or
duplicate a specific Datalogger set-up.
3.1.4.2 Template files
Unlike configuration files, template files do not include Datalogger specific information. Template files
only contain the data collection and processing algorithms. This allows a template file to be loaded into
several Dataloggers to ensure consistent data sampling on all sites while retaining the specifics of each
Datalogger. The Datalogger can be preloaded with multiple template files (prior to deployment) so that
field selection of the data collection algorithm can be done through the Datalogger’s GUI (no other
tools required). Template files can also be loaded from a USB memory stick or PC.
USB connection to a PC 3.1.5
The Datalogger can be connected as a slave device through the Datalogger’s
USB DEVICE
port. This
section describes how this feature appears (differently) under Windows XP and Windows 7.