Kipp & Zonen LOGBOX SD User manual

Instruction Manual
Datalogger
LOGBOX SD

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer:
Kipp&ZonenB.V.
Delftechpark36
2628XHDelft
theNetherlands
T [phone]
F [phone]
[e-mail]
www.kippzonen.com
Description of the product:
Ultralow power data logger
Type:
LOGBOX SD
The indicated product corresponds to the regulation of the following European
Directives:
204/108/EEC
This is provided by the compliance with the following standards:
EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN61000-4-6, EN
61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-2.
Date:
05.05.2009
Issued by:
B.A.H. Dieterink
President
KIPP & ZONEN B.V.

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Contents
Chapter Page
1. Notes 4
2. Warranty and liability 5
3. Introduction 6
4. Technical specifications 7
5. Overview 8
6. Hardware 9
7. Quickstart 13
8. Connecting a sensor 15
9. Connecting multiple sensors differential 16
10. Connecting multiple sensors single ended 17
11. ConnectingaPT100 18
12. ConnectingaThermistor 19
13. Firmware 20
14. PC configuration software 21
14.1 Toolbar 22
14.2 Sensor configuration analog 23
14.3 Polynomial section 26
14.4 Baud rate settings 27
14.5 Logging option 28
14.6 Sensor configuration digital 29
14.7 Writing options memory card 30
14.8 Sending / reading configuration 31
14.9 Downloading data 32
15. Polynomials calculation for sensors 35
16. Polynomials calculation for PT100 or Thermistor 36
17. Service mode 40
18. Application examples 47
19. FAQ 49

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1. Notes
Reading this entire manual is recommended for a full
understanding of this product.
The exclamation mark within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying the instrument.
KIPP & ZONEN reserve the right to make changes in the specifications
without prior notice.

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2. WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
KIPP & ZONEN guarantees that the product delivered has been
thoroughly tested to ensure that it meets its published specifications.
The warranty included in the conditions of delivery is valid only if the
product has been installed and used according to the instructions
supplied by KIPP & ZONEN. This product is under warranty for 24
months from the date of purchase.
Modifications made by the customer or on customer request can affect
the validity of the CE declaration.
KIPP & ZONEN shall in no event be liable for incidental or
consequential damages, including without limitation, lost profits, loss
of income, loss of business opportunities, loss of use and other
related exposures, however caused, arising from the faulty and
incorrect use of the product.
COPYRIGHT 2009 KIPP & ZONEN
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any
means, without permission in written form from the company.
In the case you have questions or comments, please, contact manufacturer at
the following address:
Kipp & Zonen B.V.
Delftechpark36
2628XHDelft
theNetherlands
T [phone]
F [phone]
[e-mail]
www.kippzonen.com
Version: 0905

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3. Introduction
LOGBOX SD is a data logger for slow varying signals and accepts low voltage signals.
It features low noise, high resolution and low power consumption.
LOGBOX SD is a universal data logger, configurable by software, suitable for mobile
as well as permanent installation used in laboratory and in the field. It can be used
under all weather conditions. A mounting plate for installation on a mast is provided.
The LOGBOX SD was designed with the above criteria in mind. Employing latest high
technology we are proud to present you a measuring system, which is simple in use,
offers high precision measurement and all features which are expected from today’s
data loggers. It is configurable by the user by PC configuration software or a set of
simple serial commands. The applications range from meteorology, metrology,
environmental monitoring, industry, research, at schools and laboratory.

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4. Specifications
Analoginputs 8unipolaror
3 differential + 2 unipolar or
combinations
Input range 8 ranges for unipolar setup
0...2,5V down to 0...20mV
8 ranges for bipolar setup
-2,5V...+2,5V down to –20mV...+20mV
AIN7 and AIN8 accept +3 Volt
Maximum input voltage +15V on digital inputs
+5V on analog inputs (referred to GND)
Resolution 12 bits unipolar (only 0...2,5V
and0…3Vrange)
24bitsdifferentialunipolar/bipolar
Outputresolution 1uV
Inputoffset 10uVmax
Accuracy (for 24 bits resolution) 0,05%
Digitalinputs 4
Logicallevel 3VCMOS
Max. input frequency 1090Hz
Power supply 4VDC ... 20VDC (ZnMn, alkaline, NiCd, NiMH,
lithium, Pb, solar panel, wall adapter)
Maximum power supply voltage +24V
Back up battery CR2032
Power consumption 5mA max during measuring.
(without SD memory card, LED off) 1,7mA typical during measuring
7mA with RS485 option
20uAmaxinsleepmode(RTC
active)
Internal memory 128kB for data
Memorycard: SDcard
Communication RS232 or RS485
Communication speed 300bps ... 115200bps, 8N1
Nr. of controlled outputs 3 opto relay, polarized
Output levels switched battery, switched Vref
RTC withlithiumbattery
RTCaccuracy 50ppm
Dimensions 115mm x 90mm x 50mm
Temperature range -40 ... +60oC
Protection IP65
Mountingplate For45mmdiameterpole
Cableglands 4xPG7

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5. Overview
LOGBOX SD is designed for measuring, processing, recording (data logging) of
measured data in real time for the needs of meteorology and slow signals analyses. It
employs eight analog inputs, which can be configured by software as unipolar inputs
with 12 bits resolution or as unipolar/bipolar differential inputs with 24 bit
resolution. With definition of polynomial coefficients (of the 3-rd order) measured
values are converted to engineering units. Four digital inputs are configurable by
software for measuring frequency, time (logical level) or as counters. Again, with
definition of polynomial coefficients (of the 3-rd order) the measured values are
converted to engineering units. For data logging 128kB of memory is available. This
EEPROM type memory will keep data even after total disconnection of the battery.
Additionally, user can insert the SD memory card for long time data storage.
Hardware and software support for temperature sensors like PT100 and thermistor
are provided.
For communication the LOGBOX SD uses either RS232 or RS485 communication port.
Selection is made by the jumper on the board. Supported communication speeds are
in the range from 300bps up to 115200bps.
The Real Time Clock circuit keep track of time and date. There is lithium battery of
standard size and with ultra low power design. Operational life is more than 10000
hours.
For signalling and switching external devices the LOGBOX SD has built-in relay ports
capable to handle currents up to 300mA and voltages up to 60Vdc
Additionally a reference voltage of 2.5Vdc is available.

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6. Hardware
Mechanical design of the LOGBOX SD is based on single board design with
minimal dimensions and weight.
Fig.6 Front view
Outer dimensions 115mm (width), 90mm (height) a 50mm (depth) makes it suitable
for mobile applications, too. Connectors inside are located on left and right side,
from the bottom there are inputs for sensor cables. Thanks to clear layout the user
can easily connect relatively large number of sensors. For better access to input
connections, connectors are divided by three. For permanent installation it
is possible to use four screws M4 for fixing, while achieving IP65 class protection.
The mounting plate can be used to connect the LOGBOX SD to a mast of 40 mm
or smaller. Unused cable glands are closed with an inside plug. The user can
mount extra cable glands to support more cable entries.
Fig. 7 Back view

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Fig.8 Inside view – description of connectors
LOGBOX SD board has the following components:
Lithium battery - CR2032. This is the power supply reserved for real time clock.
During normal operation the RTC is powered by the available power supply.
Jumper RESET – by shorting the jumper you will reset the instrument. It is not
necessary to use it by the user – it is reserved for production purposes.
Selector of serial line – selects one of RS232 or RS485 by jumper. Output pins on the
connector on the right side are following: RS232 include signals Rx, Tx and GND;
RS485 include signals A, B.
SLEEP switch – small switch for turning LOGBOX SD to transport mode (sleep except
real time clock). It is used for exchanging the SD card, during transportation for
saving main battery or when data logger is not used.
EXC jumper – this jumper serves as excitation for PT100 sensors. It is connected with
a 6.8kohm resistor from power supply to AIN1. If PT100 is not used, do not connect
it to save energy
SD memory card – any SD memory card larger than 128MB can be used. If the card is
more than 512MB, LOGBOX SD will format the card for maximum of 512MB. The card
is used only for data storage and is not intended for more manipulation (deleting or
other operations). Deleting and moving files are much faster on a PC computer.
When using the SD card the logging to memory should be set to Circular.
Otherwise the logging stops after the (internal memory is full.