Radionode RN400-T2CS User manual

User Manual
IoT 4~20mA Signal Data Logger
RN400-T2CS
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CONTENTS
About this Manual 04
Intellectual Property Rights 04
Notational Conventions 04
Introduction 05
Key Features 05
Exterior 06
Accessories 07
Specifications 08
Installation 09
Terminal Block 10
Data Logger Installation 11
Connecting Terminal Block 13
4-20mA Signal Sensor 14
Operation 19
Viewing Channel Information 20
Viewing Device Information 21
Resetting Data Logger 22
Memory Card for Data Logging 23
Configuration 24
Device Information 26
Server 27
Measurement 28
Wi-Fi Network 30
Display 33
Commands 33
Memory Card Usage Configuration 34

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Checking Communication With Tapaculo 365 Server 35
RS-485 Modbus Communication 35
Tapaculo 365 36
Adding Devices from Your Smartphone 37
Adding Devices from Your Computer 40
Maintenance 43
Cleaning 43
Batteries 43
Firmware Update 44
Customer Service Information 45
Manufacturer Contact Information 45
Warranty 45
Limit of Liability 45
Certifications 46
HTTP Radionode Protocol V2 47
Check-in 47
Data-in 50
Order List 51
Data Logger 51
Accessories 52

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About
this
Manual
This document contains instructions for usage and installation of
the RADIONODE®RN400-T2PS. Product specifications and certain
features herein may be subject to change without prior notice.
Figures used in this manual are for explanatory purposes only, and
may differ from your system depending on installation conditions.
Software screenshots may change after software updates.
Intellectual
Property
Rights
© 2021 DEKIST Co., Ltd.
All contents and figures herein are property of DEKIST Co., Ltd.
Reproduction or redistribution of all or part of this document in any
way is not permitted without prior consent from DEKIST.
Notational
Conventions
Failure to follow instructions marked with "Warning" may
result in slight injury to the user.
Failure to follow instructions marked with "Caution" may
result in equipment damage or malfunction.
Additional helpful information is marked with "Note".
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Introduction
The RADIONODE RN400-T2PS Data Logger periodically measures
temperature and RH, then sends measurement data to the Tapaculo®
365 server. The RN400-T2PS has a total of 4 I/O channels.
Channel 1 External 4~20mA
Analog Sensor Channel 2 External 4~20mA Analog Sensor
Channel 3 External 4~20mA
Analog Sensor Channel 4 External 4~20mA Analog Sensor
Key Features Key features of the RN400-T2PS include:
SW
POWER
ON/OFF
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●Data Logger can be used with additional 4~20mA / 0~20mA
analog sensors.
●Use Wi-Fi connection to easily configure your Data Logger.
●Built-in buzzer that activates alarm when measurement is
outside the margin of error.
●Measurement data can be viewed remotely from Tapaculo 365
website. See Tapaculo 365 on page 36.
●Measurement data can be logged on a micro SD card.
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Exterior
SW POWER
ON/OFF
2
3
4
1
5
❶ Display
❹ Power button
❷ Menu button
❺ Cable gland
❸ Display button
Power cables and cables of other devices, such as external sensors,
are connected via cable glands to the internal terminal block.
For instructions on how to use the buttons, see Operation on page
19.
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Accessories All accessories, except for cable glands, are sold separately.
1.5 V Battery × 2 Cable Gland
3.6 V Battery
DC Adapter (12 V, 500 mA)
In the event of power failure, two C-type 1.5 V batteries or one 3.6 V
battery must be placed in the Data Logger. RADIONODE Data Logger
is designed to not operate without a battery, even when external
power is connected.
Only use Energizer®batteries. The Data Logger’s power
consumption varies significantly depending on operation
functions. Only Energizer batteries can keep performance
stable despite extreme battery usage fluctuations.
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Specifications
SW
POWER
ON/OFF
165 mm
50 mm
100 mm
115 mm
RN400-T2PS Data Logger
External Sensor
Ch1 : 4 ~ 20mA Analog (accuracy: ±0.8 F.S.)
Ch2 : 4 ~ 20mA Analog (accuracy: ±0.8 F.S.)
Ch3 : 4 ~ 20mA Analog (accuracy: ±0.8 F.S.)
Ch4 : 4 ~ 20mA Analog (accuracy: ±0.8 F.S.)
Communication
2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
WPA2-Enterprise
HTTP Get/Post
RS485 MODBUS RTU
Cable Gland PG-9
Water Resistance
Rating IP65 (IP67 is optional)
External DC power 5 - 30 V
Size 165 × 50 × 115mm
Operating conditions
-20 ~ 60 °C, 0 ~ 95% RH (non-condensed)
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Installation
The following procedure will guide from the installation procedure to
the Tapaculo 365 registration process.
1. Install sensors or connect other devices to the Data Logger as
needed.
2. Connect power and insert the battery.
3. Use the virtual Wi-Fi router feature to configure the Data Logger.
See Configuration on page 24.
4. Now that the Data Logger has been installed, it must be registered
to Tapaculo 365. See Tapaculo 365 on page 36.
Depending on your installation circumstances and conditions, your
installation process may vary. For example, if you are installing
multiple Data Loggers, you might find it easier to:
1. Insert batteries into all Data Loggers before running.
2. Configure one Data Logger first.
3. Use a micro SD card to set up additional Data Loggers. For this
method, see Memory Card Usage Configuration on page 34.
4. Register the Data Loggers onto Tapaculo 365.
5. Finally, install the Data Loggers.

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Terminal
Block
Terminal Blocks can be found inside of a Data Logger, with other
components arranged as follows:
5 63 4 8
7
9
1 2 2
❶ Micro SD Card Slot
❹
FPC/FFC Connection
❼
RS485 Output
❷ Battery Holder
❺
USB for
Calibration
❽ DC Power
(5~30V)
❸
OLED Connection
❻ 4~20mA Input
❾ Select Battery
Type
Micro SD card is used to log measurement data. See Memory Card
for Data Logging on page 23.
The micro USB port is used for sensor calibration. As RN400 Series
sensors are shipped after calibration, no further calibration is
required. However, if the sensor malfunctions, contact DEKIST for
inspection.
For more information on the terminal block, see Connecting
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Data Logger
Installation
The general procedure for installing a Data Logger is as follows:
1. Loosen the screw on the right side of the front panel and open
the front panel.
SW
POWER
ON/OFF
2. Loosen the cable gland.
3. Route the cables of the device that will be connected through the
gland and connect to the terminal block. Then, connect external
DC power and insert the battery. For more information on terminal
block connection, see Connecting Terminal Block on page 13.

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4. Tighten the gland firmly.
5. Cover the front panel and tighten the screws.
SW
POWER
ON/OFF
6. There Data Logger is equipped with a magnet at the rear. Place
the Data Logger on a steel panel.
If necessary, use screws to secure. There are three screw holes on
the back of the device.

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Connecting
Terminal
Block
When connecting cables to the terminal block, ensure
that the flat cable does not get disconnected from the
front connector.
Cable Gland If Data Logger cable gland cannot sufficiently receive all cables,
install additional cable glands. There are two more gland slots at the
bottom of the Data Logger.
1. Loosen and remove the cap bolt from the left or right gland slot.
2. Insert the cable gland into the nut and tighten.

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4-20mA
Signal
Sensor
Sensor
Connection
For using loop power, connect the 4~20mA signal with DC power
supply so that the current can flow from + to - on the input terminals
as shown above. No additional resistor connection is required at this
time. If a transmitter with a separate output signal, then connect
directly to the same polarity.
After connecting external sensors, RN400 MUST be used the UA-
CALIBRATOR software to set the Minimum and Maximum values on
software( See section 3.3.).
Example of Sensor with an output of 4~20mA or 0~20mAExample of Sensor with an output of 4~20mA or 0~20mA
Pressure mBar Wind Speed m/s Gas ppm
△P Pa Proximity IO Temp °C
Ph Vibration Hz Particle counter/m3

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PC Connection Refer to the figure above when you connect to your PC for
calibration.
4-20mA
INPUT
2CH
4-20mA
INPUT
3CH
4-20mA
INPUT
4CH
+-+-+-+-
4-20mA
INPUT
1CH
AB
RS485
+-
POWER
5~30V
Setting Scaler from UA-CALIBRATOR
1. Select 3. USB CALIBRATION from RN400 device menu.
2. Connect RN400 to PC with Micro USB.
3. Run UA-CALIBRATOR Ver 5.8 or higher software on PC.
UA-CALIBRATOR
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Setting Scale &
Zero/Span
There are the scale algorithm that linearly convert 4-20mA into
real sensor units such as ppm, ℃ , m/s and etc. the scale algorithm
need two factors that is min/max range of target unit. And initially
two factors are need to be saved into RN400 device via the given
calibration software called UA-CALIBRATOR. With the software, user
can easily read the values and set the configuration parameters.
How to set up the scale
1. Select a sensor. Each RN400-T2CS can active Maximum 4 CH of
sensor. Select the type of signal and click the save button.
2. Select CH and click Min/Max Scale button.
3. Enter the minimum value of Sensor on 4.00mA and maximum
value of sensor on 20.00mA.
4. Multiply function means the final output multiplied by the value.
(Default Setting = 1)
5. Click the UP DATE to save.
6. Click the Done to exit the setting.
7. Make sure the settings are correct.
・ 4-20mA
・ 0-20mA
・ 0-1000mV (Not support yet)
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How to do error-correction on UA-Calibrator(Zero/Span)
If the reading value has a fine error, calibration procedure would be
required with UA-Calibrator. In some cases, 4.00mA sensor value
shows as 3.95mA, then press CALIBRATION WIZARD button to re-
calibrate.
Calibration Wizard can precisely adjust small differences of sensor’s
output. Calibration wizard MUST require accurate 4~20mA output
device for adjustment.
Calibration SettingCalibration Setting DescriptionDescription
Min / Max value of sensor range
Error Correction show the present error
values of the channel.
When precise 20.00mA current is supplied to
RN400’s terminal and it shows 19.96mA, the
error would be +0.04mA on span sector. Then
RN4000 will automatically apply the error
correction by itself.
Full Range Input Offset is total sensor range
offset.
Ex) If put Offset as 0.05mA, every sensor
value would add ‘+0.05mA’.
DC Power Connect the Power cable to the POWER terminal. Connect the red
cable to the + terminal, and the ramaining cables to the -terminal.
4-20mA
INPUT
2CH
4-20mA
INPUT
3CH
4-20mA
INPUT
4CH
+-+-+-+-
4-20mA
INPUT
1CH
AB
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Batteries Insert two C-type 1.5 V batteries into the battery holder, or one 3.6 V
battery into the left-hand battery holder.
Be careful not to connect batteries with opposite
polarities. Doing so may damage the device.
If you are using a 3.6 V battery, move the BAT jumper to the B
position.
A
BAT
1.5V x 2
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Operation
When the data logger is turned on, the model number and other key
information is displayed with the corresponding measurements. If
no external power is supplied, the display will turn off shortly and the
Data Logger will enter sleep mode.
SW POWER
ON/OFF
●Viewing Channel Information: To view channel information,
including measurements on sleep mode, press the button.
Press the button repeatedly to display different status
information.
●Selecting a Menu: Press the button, then press the button.
Press the button repeatedly to display different menu items.
Press the button to open the displayed menu. Press the
button to exit the menu.
●Turning Data Logger Off: Press the button and hold the
button until PRESS 'P' ONE MORE TO POWER IT OFFPRESS 'P' ONE MORE TO POWER IT OFF
appears. Hold the button again.
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Viewing
Channel
Information
Press the button repeatedly to display the below channel data. A
sensor channel that is not connected will appear as (none)(none).
LAST SENSING |S:menuLAST SENSING |S:menu
1: 26.2C |2: 21.6%1: 26.2C |2: 21.6%
Measurements of Channels
1 and 2
LAST SENSING |S:menuLAST SENSING |S:menu
3: 24.7C |4: (none)3: 24.7C |4: (none)
Measurements of Channels
3 and 4
LAST TRANSMIT|S:menuLAST TRANSMIT|S:menu
5 Min Ago, 9 smpl5 Min Ago, 9 smpl
Elapsed time since last
transfer of measurement
data to the server &
number of datasets to
transfer in the next cycle
WIFI SSID dB|S:menuWIFI SSID dB|S:menu
xxxxxxxx, -50dBxxxxxxxx, -50dB
Wi-Fi network name and
signal strength
LOCAL TIME |S:menuLOCAL TIME |S:menu
2020-11-30 17:002020-11-30 17:00
Current date and time
BATTERY STAT.|S:menuBATTERY STAT.|S:menu
OK. |1.5Vx2|2.88VOK. |1.5Vx2|2.88V
Type of battery inserted
and current voltage. If the
voltage is low, LOWLOW will be
displayed.
DATA FILTER.|S:menuDATA FILTER.|S:menu
SLOW LEVEL (1-15):1SLOW LEVEL (1-15):1
You can select the level
of the digital filter. The
higher the number, the less
sensitive the sensor reacts
(1 level: highest sensitive,
15 level: lowest sensitive).
You can choose from the
settings menu.
GS CELL TEMP.|S:menuGS CELL TEMP.|S:menu
CELL Temp: 22 CCELL Temp: 22 C
[ONLY RN400-T2GS] Displays
the temperature value of
the chemical cell inside the
product.