NRG Systems SymphoniePRO User manual

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SymphoniePRO® User's Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..............................................................................................................................................................................7
1.2 TYPOGRAPHIC CONVENTIONS.....................................................................................................................................................................7
1.3 QUICK START ..........................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.4 GETTING HELP ........................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.5 SYSTEM OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................................................................9
Features of the SymphoniePRO Data Logger System .........................................................................................................................10
1.6 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................................12
Grounding and ESD ............................................................................................................................................................................12
Environmental Considerations ...........................................................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
2.1 HARDWARE OVERVIEW...........................................................................................................................................................................14
2.1.1 Unpacking Your SymphoniePRO ................................................................................................................................................14
2.1.2 Components Map ......................................................................................................................................................................14
2.1.3 Channels ....................................................................................................................................................................................19
2.1.4 Grounding..................................................................................................................................................................................21
2.1.5 Installing D-Cell Batteries ..........................................................................................................................................................21
2.1.6 Installing P-SCMs.......................................................................................................................................................................22
2.1.7 iPack ..........................................................................................................................................................................................22
2.18 Related Hardware Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................24
2.2 SYMPHONIEPRO DESKTOP APPLICATION OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................24
2.2.1 SymphoniePRO Desktop Application .........................................................................................................................................24
2.2.2 Network Considerations ............................................................................................................................................................27
CHAPTER 3 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION .................................................................................................................................. 28
3.1 CONFIGURING THE LOGGER ...................................................................................................................................................................29
3.1.1 Memory .....................................................................................................................................................................................30
3.1.2 Data Retrieval............................................................................................................................................................................31
3.1.3 Site.............................................................................................................................................................................................32
3.1.4 Location .....................................................................................................................................................................................32
3.1.5 Configuration.............................................................................................................................................................................33
3.1.6 Security......................................................................................................................................................................................34
3.2 CONFIGURING LOGGER CHANNELS ...........................................................................................................................................................37
3.2.1 Live Data....................................................................................................................................................................................37
3.2.2 Wiring Panel, Data Logging Mode and Channel Type...............................................................................................................38
3.2.3 Sensor Description .....................................................................................................................................................................40
3.2.4 Signal Type or Excitation ...........................................................................................................................................................41
3.3 SCHEDULES .........................................................................................................................................................................................43
3.3.1 MetLink Logger Initiated Schedule ............................................................................................................................................45
3.3.2 MetLink Logger Listening Schedule ...........................................................................................................................................47
3.3.3 Time Service...............................................................................................................................................................................47
3.3.4 Email Schedule ..........................................................................................................................................................................48
3.4 IPACK .................................................................................................................................................................................................49
3.4.1 Modem Status (iPackGPS only) .................................................................................................................................................51

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3.4.2 Network Status (iPackACCESS only) ..........................................................................................................................................52
3.4.3 Network.....................................................................................................................................................................................53
3.4.4 Configuration.............................................................................................................................................................................54
3.4.5 GPS ............................................................................................................................................................................................55
3.4.6 Modbus Server (iPackACCESS only) ...........................................................................................................................................55
3.5 SYMPHONIEPRO LOGGER .......................................................................................................................................................................56
3.5.1 SymphoniePRO Logger Measurements Menu ...........................................................................................................................57
3.5.2 SymphoniePRO Logger Functions Menu....................................................................................................................................57
3.5.3 SymphoniePRO Configuration Menu .........................................................................................................................................61
3.6 OFFICE TESTING ....................................................................................................................................................................................62
3.6.1 Connecting the Wiring Panel to the Logger ..............................................................................................................................63
3.6.2 Testing Remote Communications..............................................................................................................................................63
3.6.3 Reading a Raw File ....................................................................................................................................................................63
CHAPTER 4 FIELD INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 65
4.1 TOOLS REQUIRED...................................................................................................................................................................................65
4.2 SITE GROUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS .....................................................................................................................................................65
4.3 INSTALLING SYMPHONIEPRO +IPACK IN SHELTER BOX .................................................................................................................................66
4.3.1 Installing Hanging Bracket ........................................................................................................................................................66
4.3.2 Mounting Shelter Box to Tower.................................................................................................................................................66
4.4 PV PANEL MOUNTING............................................................................................................................................................................69
4.5 SENSOR CONNECTIONS................................................................................................................................................................ 72
4.5.1 WIRING SEQUENCE .............................................................................................................................................................................73
4.5.2 CONNECTION DIAGRAM .......................................................................................................................................................................75
4.5.3 INSTALL IN SHELTER BOX ......................................................................................................................................................................79
4.5.4 CONNECTING WIRING PANEL TO LOGGER................................................................................................................................................79
4.5.5 CONNECTING PV PANEL TO IPACK .........................................................................................................................................................80
4.6 LOGGER START UP ....................................................................................................................................................................... 80
4.6.1 CHECKING LOGGER STATUS...................................................................................................................................................................80
4.6.2 CHECKING LOGGER MEASUREMENTS......................................................................................................................................................80
4.7 CHECKING IPACK STATUS............................................................................................................................................................. 80
4.8 DATA VERIFICATION .................................................................................................................................................................... 81
4.9 BEFORE LEAVING SITE CHECKLIST ................................................................................................................................................ 82
4.10 SITE VISITS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 82
4.10.1 RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND SUPPLIES..................................................................................................................................................82
4.10.2 ROUTINE SITE VISIT CHECKLIST ............................................................................................................................................................83
4.10.3 CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................................................................83
CHAPTER 5 SYMPHONIEPRO DESKTOP APPLICATION ....................................................................................................................... 84
5.1 HOME SCREEN –FLEET VIEW...................................................................................................................................................................84
5.1.1 Map Pane ..................................................................................................................................................................................84
5.1.2 Site List ......................................................................................................................................................................................84
5.1.3 Application Update Notifications ..............................................................................................................................................87
5.1.4 File Menu...................................................................................................................................................................................88

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5.1.5 Options Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................92
5.1.6 Help ...........................................................................................................................................................................................93
5.1.7 Site.............................................................................................................................................................................................95
5.1.8 Logger........................................................................................................................................................................................97
5.2 SITE UTILITIES .......................................................................................................................................................................................99
5.2.1 Data Export .............................................................................................................................................................................100
5.2.2 Site...........................................................................................................................................................................................100
5.2.3 Data Import .............................................................................................................................................................................100
5.2.4 Location ...................................................................................................................................................................................100
5.2.5 Data Encryption Password ......................................................................................................................................................101
5.3 AUTOMATION .....................................................................................................................................................................................101
5.4 TIMELINE ...................................................................................................................................................................................102
5.5 REPORTS.................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
5.6 LOGGER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 107
5.7 CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 109
5.8 SCHEDULES ................................................................................................................................................................................ 110
5.9 IPACK......................................................................................................................................................................................... 110
5.10 QUICKVIEW.............................................................................................................................................................................. 110
5.10.1 File .........................................................................................................................................................................................111
5.10.2 View.......................................................................................................................................................................................112
5.10.3 Help .......................................................................................................................................................................................114
APPENDIX A | GLOSSARY................................................................................................................................................................. 115
APPENDIX B | TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE....................................................................................................................................... 120
LOGS.......................................................................................................................................................................................................120
EXPORTS..................................................................................................................................................................................................121
EVENT AND ERROR CODES...........................................................................................................................................................................124
APPENDIX C | COMMUNICATIONS OPTIONS ................................................................................................................................... 130
C.1 SYMPHONIE IPACK OPTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................130
C.2 CONFIGURING SYMPHONIEPRO -METLINK LOGGER INITIATED .............................................................................................................132
C.3 CONFIGURING SYMPHONIEPRO FOR METLINK LOGGER LISTENING ........................................................................................................135
C.4 LOGGER INITIATED EMAIL CONNECTIONS ..........................................................................................................................................138
APPENDIX D | INSTALLING A SIM CARD IN IPACKGPS ..................................................................................................................... 140
IPACKGPS GSM .......................................................................................................................................................................................140
APPENDIX E | USING THE BGAN M2M SATELLITE TERMINAL WITH SYMPHONIEPRO ...................................................................... 143
INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................................................................................143
APPENDIX F | USING IPACKACCESS WITH MODBUS PROTOCOL ...................................................................................................... 154
THEORY OF OPERATION ..............................................................................................................................................................................154
Modbus Data Flow Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................155
Examples of Network Configurations ...............................................................................................................................................156
Networking Considerations ..............................................................................................................................................................159

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Connect to Network .........................................................................................................................................................................159
Verifying Network Connection .........................................................................................................................................................159
NRG Modbus Demo Client ................................................................................................................................................................160
Checking iPack status .......................................................................................................................................................................161
MODBUS PROTOCOL..................................................................................................................................................................................161
Input Register Data and Addressing.................................................................................................................................................162
MODBUS REGISTERS ..................................................................................................................................................................................162
APPENDIX G | GROUNDING & LIGHTNING PROTECTION ................................................................................................................. 166
INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................................................................................................166
APPENDIX H | POWER BUDGET ....................................................................................................................................................... 169
SENSOR POWER -ANEMOMETERS ................................................................................................................................................................169
SENSOR POWER –ANALOG SENSORS ............................................................................................................................................................169
SYSTEM EXAMPLE......................................................................................................................................................................................169
APPENDIX I | WARRANTY................................................................................................................................................................ 171
SENDING ITEMS FOR REPAIR ........................................................................................................................................................................171
International Customers...................................................................................................................................................................171
US Customers ...................................................................................................................................................................................172
APPENDIX J | TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 173
APPENDIX K | REFERENCES.............................................................................................................................................................. 181
APPENDIX L | DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................................................................................ 183
APPENDIX M | SYMPHONIEPRO TEXT FILE FORMATS...................................................................................................................... 184
APPENDIX N | SYMPHONIEPRO DESKTOP SCRIPTING AND....................................................................................................................... 201
RUNNING SYMPHONIEPRO DESKTOP FROM THE COMMAND LINE ......................................................................................................................201
APPENDIX O | SYMPHONIEPRO DESKTOP UTILITIES ........................................................................................................................ 205
POPAUTO ................................................................................................................................................................................................205
OUTAUTO................................................................................................................................................................................................207
MODBUS DEMO CLIENT..............................................................................................................................................................................209
APPENDIX P | NRG EXPORT CONFIGURATION (NEC) ....................................................................................................................... 210
NRG EXPORT CONFIGURATION (NEC) ..........................................................................................................................................................210
EXAMPLE:SUPPRESS WIND SPEED GUST AND RE-ARRANGE THE WIND SPEED COLUMNS AS AVG, SD, MAX,MIN .........................................................210
INDEX .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 213

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About This Manual
Welcome to the SymphoniePRO® User's Manual! This manual is organized to provide a system overview
followed by more detailed configuration and installation instructions. Users already familiar with previous
generation Symphonie loggers and iPacks will notice similar menus and terminology in the SymphoniePRO
system. Throughout this manual, the term “iPack” refers to either iPackGPS or iPackACCESS. We recommend
reading the whole manual to take advantage of all of the features and get the most out of your SymphoniePRO
system.
1.2 Typographic Conventions
This type style is used for the general body of this manual.
Instructions in Bold Type refer to software commands and require you to perform an operation on screen, such
as select the Sites tab, or press the Download button.
Instructions in [Brackets]refer to the logger keypad functions. For example, pressing the [HOME] key will
always return the display to the main menu.
This style is used to show actual prompts and messages that appear on the
SymphoniePRO logger display.
Caution
This style is used to warn users of a potential danger, either to themselves or to the equipment or data.
Note - This style is used to indicate a tip or an important note, such as a significant difference from
Symphonie/PLUS/PLUS3 systems.
This symbol is used to represent tool tips in the SymphoniePRO Desktop Application. Putting your cursor
over the symbol will reveal additional information relevant to a term or feature.
1.3 Quick Start
The basic steps necessary to start receiving data from your SymphoniePRO system are as follows:
1. Update iPackGPS firmware to SymphoniePRO compatible version if nessesary (see Appendix C).
2. Establish wireless service for the iPack (Appendix D for iPackGPS or Appendix E for BGAN M2M Satellite).
3. Install SymphoniePRO Desktop Application software on PC (section 2.2.1).
4. Configure network firewall to allow for remote connections: logger to PC, and PC to logger (Appendix C for
configuration options).
5. Configure logger and iPack and set up site information and communication schedule using SymphoniePRO
Desktop Application software and USB cable; save a copy of the Instrument Configuration File (*.LGR)
(sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, and 3.4).
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7. Perform communication tests such as successfully transmitting a data file via email, making a direct
connection, remotely changing the logger configuration, etc. (section 3.6).
8. Install hanging bracket on the back of the iPack or logger (section 4.3.1).
9. Install the shelter box and PV panel on the tower (sections 4.3.2 and 4.4).
10. Connect earth grounding and mount the wiring panel in the shelter box (section 4.5).
11. Connect sensors to the wiring panel (section 4.5.2).
12. Mount the logger and iPack in the shelter box, and connect the wiring panel (sections 4.5.3 and 4.5.4).
13. Scroll through all channels on logger’s display (or review using connected laptop running SymphoniePRO
Desktop Application) to verify correct sensor connection and configuration (sections 4.6 and 4.7).
14. Perform test call or connection and confirm receipt of data file (section 4.7).
15. Use SymphoniePRO Desktop Application to download and import a raw (*.RLD) file.
16. Double-click on a few *.RLD files and use QuickView to review data.
1.4 Getting Help
NRG Systems offers a variety of support options to help you get the most from your NRG product. If you have
questions about your NRG product, first look in the product documentation or the Knowledge Base or Technical
Forum in the Technical Services section of the NRG Systems website (www.nrgsystems.com/technical-support).
If you cannot find the answer, contact your salesperson or NRG Systems Technical Support for assistance using
the information below. Customer support is available 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
Telephone: [phone] ext. 3
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
When you call or email, please have the appropriate product documentation at hand and be prepared to give
the following information:
Customer name
Who purchased equipment
Item number or description
Serial numbers of loggers and iPack equipment
When equipment was purchased
Where equipment is installed - terrain conditions
Description of the problem with some detail
What events took place leading up to the problem
What you have tried while attempting to solve the problem
SymphoniePRO and the SymphoniePRO Desktop Application produce several types of diagnostic data related to
the equipment operation and the software (see Appendix B: Troubleshooting for details). You may be asked to
provide data files or logs to help us investigate an issue. All information and data provided are kept strictly
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NRG Systems maintains an extensive website which includes an in-depth customer support area. If you need
assistance at times other than our regular business hours, we suggest visiting our website,
www.nrgsystems.com.
All instruments, sensors, software and towers manufactured by NRG Systems are designed to be reliable and
easy to use. We welcome your comments and appreciate your help in making our products the best available.
1.5 System Overview
The NRG SymphoniePRO Data Logger is an advanced, internet-ready, low-power, microprocessor-controlled
data logging system specifically designed for conducting resource assessments for the renewable energy
industry. Each of the 16 or 26 standard channels’ averages, standard deviations, and other statistical values are
calculated from continuous 1 second data samples.
The SymphoniePRO logger has selectable statistical averaging intervals (1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 minutes). One
second samples can be recorded by the logger allowing review of the sample-by-sample data for complex
scientific studies. Data intervals are time-stamped with the beginning time of each interval and are written to
the internal Flash memory. If an SD card is installed, the data will also be stored on the SD card.
Addition of an iPack allows flexible options for data transfer through remote MetLink connections or standard
email services. MetLink is a proprietary protocol optimized for NRG loggers and transfers data over multiple
types of communication interfaces. MetLink allows connections to be initiated from either direction (from the
logger or from SymphoniePRO Desktop Application), and the MetLink Monitor utility can be used to view the
status of active connections.
Various communications options are available to fit your application and location anywhere in the world.
Cellular iPackGPS units can be easily connected to the back of the SymphoniePRO logger to enable remote
communications via a cellular network. iPackACCESS can be used in conjunction with a BGAN M2M Satellite
module for satellite communications capability where cellular service is either unavailable or unreliable.
iPackACCESS can also be used to connect the SymphoniePRO logger directly to a SCADA system or local area
network (LAN), where real-time (i.e., 1 Hz) data can be polled via Modbus TCP.

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The SymphoniePRO Desktop Application is used to process raw data files as well as configure and communicate
with the SymphoniePRO logger and iPack. On-site configuration requires a laptop and USB adapter cable, while
remote communication requires internet service.
Sensor scale factors and offsets configured in the SymphoniePRO logger can be edited with the SymphoniePRO
Desktop Application after data has been collected. Raw data is stored in the Site database file and can be
exported to a tab-delimited text file (ASCII). The potential to edit scale factors and offsets in the Timeline view at
any time provides the opportunity to change how raw files will be processed before generating ASCII data files.
Features of the SymphoniePRO Data Logger System
The SymphoniePRO logger is a 26-channel or 16-channel data logger optimized for renewable energy resource
assessment. SymphoniePRO and its accompanying iPack are designed to be easy to install and reliable in any
climate.
Data
The SymphoniePRO Data Logger complies with industry standards such as IEC61400-12-1 with features
for wind or solar energy assessment built in. SymphoniePRO requires no complex progamming for data
collection.
Statistical data stored include Average, Standard Deviation, Maximum and Minimum values for each
channel, Maximum 3-second Gust, and Direction of Maximum Gust. Note that available statistics
depend on measurement type (e.g., min and max do not apply to direction, temperature, or barometric
pressure channels).
1 Hz sample data can also be stored on a channel-by-channel basis.
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Internal Flash memory stores up to 175 days of statistical data (no SD card installed). A 512 MB SD card
(sold separately) provides 10+ years of statistical data storage. A 2 GB SD card is available and should be
used if also storing 1 Hz sample data.
High-resolution analog-to-digital conversion
Convenient access to complete sensor history information in the Timeline screen
SymphoniePRO Desktop Application is included. The software is used to configure loggers and iPacks,
keep track of site data, and produce versatile tab-delimited text files (ASCII) compatible with leading
industry software. Additionally, the software allows the user to view real-time data and apply firmware
updates to loggers and iPacks. International numeric formats are supported.
Integrated Bing map and Google Earth
POPAuto software utility included with SymphoniePRO Desktop Application to automate extraction of
emailed data
Communications
iPackGPS kits for cellular (2G GSM, 3G GSM, CDMA, DoCoMo) communications provide remote data
collection via e-mail and/or MetLink (TCP/IP).
iPackACCESS kits for Ethernet and BGAN M2M satellite communications provide remote data collection
via Modbus as well as e-mail and/or MetLink.
Loggers with any Symphonie iPack kit allow remote changes to sensor configuration and communication
parameters via MetLink.
SymphoniePRO Desktop Application allows pre-installation programming of iPackGPS or iPackACCESS
and SymphoniePRO loggers through USB. The configuration file contains all the parameters for both the
iPack and the logger.
Communication and antenna signal test features allow on-site testing of iPack.
Firmware for the iPack (and SymphoniePRO logger) can be upgraded remotely or on site using
SymphoniePRO Desktop Application.
Integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) in iPackGPS and iPackACCESS
Channels
12 counter channels available for measuring wind speed or other pulsed frequency signals such as rain
gauges or other totalizer type sensors.
All counter inputs are universal and can accommodate NRG Class 1, NRG 40C, WindSensor P2546A-OPR
/P2546C-OPR, Thies First Class Advanced or other pulse output anemometers and do not require P-
SCMs. Channels 8 and 9 optimized for high frequency sine wave signals.
Provides 14 analog channels used for measuring wind direction or a range of other parameters including
temperature, barometric pressure, relative humidity and solar energy (7 channels are configurable with
P-SCM cards, while 7 channels are reserved for use with vanes, temperature probes, NRG BP20 & NRG
RH sensors).
Differential inputs available on P-SCM analog channels

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Power
Symphonie iPacks provide remote, autonomous power to the data logger system via either one or two
12 V, 2200 mAh batteries, which are continuously recharged via PV in the field and can be recharged
after office testing using a convenient wall charger (available from NRG).
SymphoniePRO should always be used with an iPack to provide long-term, autonomous operation (D-
cells are for backup only).
The iPack has additional input terminals for connecting a large external 12 V battery in case you intend
to use sensors with higher power requirements or keep the modem online for extended periods of time.
Two D-Cell batteries provide emergency backup for maintaining the logger’s core logging functions and
are also convenient for office testing when an iPack is not available.
Logger contains dedicated lithium battery which provides backup power to keep real-time clock running
in the event all other power sources go dead. This provides accurate and reliable timestamping when
the logger is powered up.
Physical
Wiring panel has large, easy-to-wire connection points.
Convenient “plug and play” SymphoniePRO Signal Conditioning Modules (P-SCMs) are pre-configured
for additional sensors.
SymphoniePRO uses industrial grade, non-volatile Secure Digital (SD) Cards for data storage.
The 4 line x 20 character display is easy to read and provides easy to understand real-time data and
configuration information.
Dedicated navigation buttons (up, down, left, right, home) plus a data entry keypad make the full-text,
menu driven display easy to use.
Wiring panel provides electro-static discharge (ESD) protection for each input channel. Tested to IEC
61000-4-5 for surge immunity.
1.6 Precautions
Grounding and ESD
Failure to ground the logger puts the logger and sensors at risk for electrostatic damage (ESD). Refer to
Appendix G for details regarding proper earth grounding and lightning protection.
Caution
The copper clad ground rod provides an electrical path for static electricity that builds up on the sensors to
dissipate to ground. Failure to use proper grounding protection can damage the equipment and will void the
warranty.
Environmental Considerations

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Sensor cables become less flexible and are more easily damaged at very low temperatures. Make sure that all
cables are securely fastened to the tower so they do not flap in the wind. If your site is at high latitude and your
logger has many sensors connected, consider using an external power supply.
If the equipment will be exposed to high salinity, use protective grease or other dielectric agent on terminals
and ground connections.

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CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
This section of the manual is designed to provide you with the basic information needed to prepare and install
your SymphoniePRO system successfully. Chapter 3, Field Installation, provides detailed descriptions of each
installation step and wiring instructions.
2.1 Hardware Overview
While SymphoniePRO is easy to set up, it is a good idea to get familiar with the system before going to the
installation site. The following sections describe the things you should do prior to installation.
2.1.1 Unpacking Your SymphoniePRO
Confirm that you have received all components by comparing your order to the packing list included with your
shipment. Immediately contact NRG Systems if any of the components are missing.
Caution
Do not remove the SymphoniePRO logger's brown desiccant pack from the clear plastic package at this time.
During the field installation procedure, you will remove the clear wrapper and place the desiccant pack inside
the SymphoniePRO’s logger enclosure to keep it dry.
2.1.2 Components Map

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Keypad
The alphanumeric keys are used to enter the Logger Access PIN to gain access to the logger’s display and to
access logger menus. SymphoniePRO offers simplified programming through a USB connection to
SymphoniePRO Desktop Application software.
Navigation Keys
The navigation keys are used to move up and down lists, and to page forward and backward through items
displayed on the logger’s screen. Note that list items are also numbered and can also be selected by pressing the
keypad number of the item.
Display
SymphoniePRO has a 20 character, 4 line display designed for reliable operation in extreme cold conditions.
Display contrast can be adjusted for optimal viewing under different lighting conditions.
D-Cell Batteries
The logger’s basic functions run on standard D-cell batteries which are protected by a battery cover. Batteries
should be changed one at a time so that logging operations are not disrupted during the battery change. With
an iPack installed, the D-cell batteries primarily function as backup batteries for all logging functions in the event
that the iPack is removed or loses power.
Caution
An iPack should be used even in the case where communications are not required. The “Power Only” iPack is
recommended for this application. It is recommended that high quality alkaline batteries are used such as
Energizer or Duracell), and they should be changed at least once per year to avoid leakage and equipment
damage.
Wiring Panel Connector
The 62 pin connector should be securely screwed down using the thumb screws. Protect the pins by aligning the
connector well before inserting, and avoid plugging in the connector at an angle.
USB Port
The USB port is the primary programming access port used for configuration of the logger and iPack settings.
USB Cable
The SymphoniePRO system uses a standard USB Type B to USB Type A connection (standard laptop USB
connection). Cable sold separately.
Clock Battery
A lithium battery powers the logger clock even if D-cell batteries are not present. This allows the logger to retain
date and time in the event of a reboot. Clock batteries will last 5+ years under normal use.
Clock Battery Warning LED
This LED illuminates if the clock battery has been installed backwards.

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Reset Button
A reset button is located between the clock battery and the first P-SCM slot on the main circuit board
(partly hidden under the D-cell battery case).
Should it become necessary to reset the SymphoniePRO logger, carefully place the NRG screwdriver
(provided) or other long, thin tool in the upper corner just to the left of the “Channel 20” P-SCM slot,
and slide down to press the button. Hold until it beeps.
When the reset button is pushed, the logger will beep and reset the logger’s microprocessor, record a
reset event, and resume sampling data for the current file.
Resetting the logger may cause the data from the current statistical interval to be lost (depending on
how long since data was last written to memory). The logger logs a reset event into the event log and
continues adding data to the same file that was in progress before the reset.
Collected data already written to memory and all logger configuration settings will be retained.
Note that a reset can also be initiated by the built-in watchdog in response to an ESD (electrostatic discharge)
event. When an iPack is connected to a logger with no D-cells, this will also initiate a reset. The iPack provides
auxiliary power to the logger and therefore powers it up in the absence of D-cells.
SD Card Slot
The SD card is inserted vertically in the SD card slot with the beveled front corner down. Care should be taken
when inserting and removing the SD card –do not force the SD into the slot. Qualified, industrial-rated SD cards
(512 MB or 2 GB) are available from NRG Systems.
Caution
Problems with SD cards not supplied by NRG Systems are not covered by warranty.
Wiring Panel Options (16-Channel & 26-Channel)
SymphoniePRO supports two different wiring panels: A 16-channel version and a 26-channel version. The table
below shows which logger channels are available for each wiring panel, and the SymphoniePRO software has a
drop-down selector for choosing a wiring panel which makes configuration easy.
Logger
Channel
Channel Type
SymphoniePRO | 26-Channel
Wiring Panel
SymphoniePRO | 16-Channel
Wiring Panel
1
Counter


2
Counter


3
Counter


4
Counter


5
Counter


6
Counter



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Logger
Channel
Channel Type
SymphoniePRO | 26-Channel
Wiring Panel
SymphoniePRO | 16-Channel
Wiring Panel
7
Counter


8
Counter


9
Counter

N/A
10
Counter

N/A
11
Counter

N/A
12
Counter

N/A
13
Analog 2.5V or 5V EXC


14
Analog 2.5V or 5V EXC


15
Analog 2.5V or 5V EXC


16
Analog 5V or 12V EXC


17
Analog 5V or 12V EXC


18
Analog 5V or 12V EXC

N/A
19
Analog 5V or 12V EXC

N/A
20
Analog P-SCM


21
Analog P-SCM


22
Analog P-SCM


23
Analog P-SCM

N/A
24
Analog P-SCM

N/A
25
Analog P-SCM

N/A
26
Analog P-SCM

N/A
COM-A
RS-485

N/A
COM-B
RS-485

N/A

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SymphoniePRO | 16-Channel Wiring Panel
The 16-Channel Wiring Panel (item 11178) connects directly to the right
side of the logger in the same way previous versions of Symphonie
loggers did.
Note - SymphoniePRO loggers produced prior to June of 2017, are not
compatible with the 16-Channel Wiring Panel. Please check your logger
serial number and manufacture date prior to ordering a 16-Channel
Wiring Panel.
Caution
Wiring Panels for Symphonie, SymphoniePLUS, and SymphoniePLUS3
loggers are NOT compatible with the SymphoniePRO logger - do not
connect these older generation wiring panels to a SymphoniePRO
logger!
SymphoniePRO | 26-Channel Wiring Panel
The 26-Channel Wiring Panel (item 8150) connects to the logger using an NRG cable assembly (item 8385).
Installing the 26-Channel Wiring Panel in the shelter box prior to installing the SymphoniePRO logger and iPack
may make it easier to wire the sensors.

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Hanging Bracket
The hanging bracket connects to the back of the iPack and allows
the assembled logger and iPack to easily be installed in or removed
from the shelter box using the keyed slots. The hanging bracket is
included with the shelter box.
iPack Connector
On the back of the SymphoniePRO logger you'll find the 25-pin
(male) connector for the iPack, which comes with a sticker over it
to keep dust and moisture out until it's mated with the iPack.
When ready to install the iPack to the logger, remove the protective water resistant sticker from the back of the
logger.
2.1.3 Channels
SymphoniePRO has (12) counters channels, (7) built-in analog channels, (7) P-SCM analog channels, and (2) RS-
485 (full or half duplex) channels. Each channel will configure itself based on pull-down list selections made in
the software.
Counter Channels 1 - 12
The twelve built-in counter channels are compatible with industry standard anemometers and tipping rain
buckets. A 12 V excitation is available for each channel. Signal type can be pulse or coil, and an internal pull-up
resistor can be turned on for reed switch signals. Channels 8 and 9 can be configured to accept high frequency
sine wave signals.
Analog 2.5 V or 5 V Excitation Channels 13 - 15
Channels 13 through 15 accept input signals from 0 to 5 V and are ideal for wind direction vanes and NRG
temperature probes. A user-selectable excitation voltage of 2.5 V or 5 V is available per channel. 2.5 V is a
reference voltage intended for use with potentiometer type wind vanes like the NRG 200P.
Analog 5 V or 12 V Excitation Channels 16 - 19
Channels 16 through 19 accept input signals from 0 to 5 V and are intended for use with NRG barometric
pressure, relative humidity, and temperature sensors. Each channel has a user-selectable excitation voltage of 5
V or 12 V.
Analog (P-SCM) Channels 20 - 26
Channels 20 through 26 accept SymphoniePRO Signal Conditioning Modules (P-SCMs) for adding analog sensors
such as high quality pyranometers and other meteorological sensors. Please check the P-SCM list below for
sensor compatibility. Signal (+) and Signal (–) are available for differential inputs on each of the seven channels.

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SymphoniePRO P-SCMs
The following table contains a list of available SymphoniePRO P-SCMs organized by the categories of sensor
signal range and excitation requirements. If you have an application not covered by these options, please let us
know as we can develop new SymphoniePRO P-SCMs if needed
Item number
SymphoniePRO P-SCM
Name
Input Signal
Type
Excitation Output To
Sensor
Sensor Example
9128
P-SCM #9128
-6 to 58mV Input
No EXC
Bipolar
Differential
Voltage
None
Hukseflux LP02, SR11, SR12,
SR20, DR02-FR; Kipp and
Zonen CMP3, CMP6, CMP10,
CMP11, Campbell NR-Lite2
9129
P-SCM #9129
0 to 160µA Input
No EXC
Current
None
Li-Cor 200SZ
9130
P-SCM #9130
0 to 5V Input
Pulsed 5V EXC
Single Ended
Voltage
5 V Pulsed
NRG 110S
9131
P-SCM #9131
0 to 5V Input
Pulsed 12V EXC
Single Ended
Voltage
12 V Pulsed
NRG BP20
9132
P-SCM #9132
0 to 5V Input
Constant 12V EXC
Single Ended
Voltage
12 V Constant
NRG RH5X, SPN1 GHI, SPN1
DIF
9133
P-SCM #9133
0 to 5V Input
Pulsed 2.5V EXC
Single Ended
Voltage
2.5 V Pulsed
NRG 200P, Vector W200P,
Thies 10k, Thies 2k
9134
P-SCM #9134
-2.5 to 2.5V Input
No EXC
Bipolar Voltage
None
RMY Vertical Propeller
Anemometer
9135
P-SCM #9135
0 to 30V Input
Constant 12V EXC
Single Ended
Voltage
12 V Constant
battery bank monitoring