Vaisala Indigo300 User manual

M212849EN-A
User Guide
Transmitter for Vaisala Indigo-compatible probes
Indigo300

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Table of contents
1. About this document.....................................................................................7
1.1 Version information.......................................................................................... 7
1.2 Related manuals................................................................................................7
1.3 Documentation conventions............................................................................7
1.4 Trademarks........................................................................................................ 8
2. Product overview............................................................................................ 9
2.1 Introduction to Indigo300 transmitter...........................................................9
2.1.1 Indigo300 basic features and options.................................................... 9
2.2 Transmitter parts.............................................................................................10
2.3 Transmitter display...........................................................................................11
2.3.1 Graph mode.............................................................................................. 12
2.3.2 Device status mode..................................................................................12
2.4 Safety................................................................................................................ 13
2.4.1 ESD protection......................................................................................... 14
2.5 FCC Part 15 compliance statement................................................................15
2.6 Canada ICES‑3 / NMB‑3 compliance statement.......................................... 15
3. Installation........................................................................................................ 16
3.1 Opening transmitter cover............................................................................. 16
3.2 Mounting...........................................................................................................17
3.2.1 Mounting with adapter plate.................................................................. 18
3.2.2 Mounting with DIN rail adapter.............................................................20
3.3 Wiring................................................................................................................21
3.3.1 Transmitter base......................................................................................22
3.3.2 Wiring options......................................................................................... 23
3.3.3 Wiring from the back..............................................................................24
3.3.4 Wiring through bottom lead-throughs.................................................25
3.4 Finalizing installation..................................................................................... 25
3.4.1 Verifying tightness of cable glands.......................................................26
3.4.2 Attaching grounding...............................................................................26
3.5 Connecting probes......................................................................................... 27
3.6 Example of installation in tight spaces........................................................ 28
4. Using transmitter with Insight PC software...................................... 30
4.1 Vaisala Insight PC software...........................................................................30
4.2 Connecting to Insight PC software.............................................................. 30
4.2.1 Installing driver for the USB service cable........................................... 32
4.3 Insight PC software overview....................................................................... 33
4.3.1 Unit settings.............................................................................................34
5. Using transmitter with Indigo80 handheld indicator.................... 35
5.1 Indigo80 handheld indicator.........................................................................35
5.1.1 Device compatibility............................................................................... 35
5.1.2 Indigo80 keypad..................................................................................... 36
5.1.3 Indigo80 main menu...............................................................................36
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5.2 Connecting to Indigo80 handheld indicator...............................................36
5.3 Selecting displayed parameters................................................................... 38
5.4 Selecting displayed units...............................................................................39
6. Configuring analog outputs.................................................................... 40
6.1 Configuring analog outputs with Insight PC software..............................40
6.1.1 Analog output configuration overview................................................40
6.1.2 Analog output configuration example.................................................. 41
6.1.3 Clearing transmitter analog output configuration..............................42
6.2 Configuring analog outputs with Indigo80 handheld indicator...............43
6.2.1 Analog output configuration overview................................................ 43
6.2.2 Analog output configuration example................................................. 43
6.2.3 Clearing transmitter analog output configuration............................. 44
6.3 Analog output overrange behavior............................................................. 44
6.3.1 Analog output overrange example.......................................................45
7. Calibration and adjustment......................................................................46
7.1 Calibration and adjustment overview..........................................................46
7.2 Calibration and adjustment with Insight PC software............................... 47
7.2.1 Calibration overview............................................................................... 47
7.2.2 Environmental compensation............................................................... 48
7.2.3 CO2probe adjustment example............................................................49
7.2.4 Analog output adjustment.................................................................... 50
7.3 Calibration and adjustment with Indigo80 handheld indicator................52
7.3.1 Relative humidity probe adjustment example.....................................52
7.3.2 Restoring factory adjustment for analog outputs.............................. 54
7.3.3 Analog output adjustment.....................................................................54
8. Maintenance and troubleshooting.........................................................57
8.1 Cleaning........................................................................................................... 57
8.2 Replacing probes............................................................................................57
8.3 Restoring factory default settings with Insight PC software.................... 58
8.4 Restoring factory default settings with Indigo80 handheld indicator ... 58
8.5 Troubleshooting..............................................................................................59
8.6 Display messages........................................................................................... 59
8.7 Writing a problem report............................................................................... 61
9. Technical data................................................................................................ 62
9.1 Specifications..................................................................................................62
9.2 Dimensions......................................................................................................64
9.3 Spare parts and accessories......................................................................... 64
Appendix A: Recycling instructions...........................................................67
Maintenance and calibration services........................................................ 69
Warranty............................................................................................................69
Technical support............................................................................................69
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List of figures
Figure 1 Indigo300 connections overview................................................................. 9
Figure 2 Indigo300 transmitter parts.........................................................................10
Figure 3 Indigo300 display, numerical mode............................................................ 11
Figure 4 Indigo300 display, graph mode...................................................................12
Figure 5 Indigo300 display, device status mode..................................................... 12
Figure 6 Opening transmitter cover............................................................................ 16
Figure 7 Mounting through transmitter body...........................................................17
Figure 8 Transmitter body mounting dimensions................................................... 17
Figure 9 Mounting with adapter plate........................................................................ 19
Figure 10 Adapter plate mounting dimensions..........................................................19
Figure 11 Mounting with DIN rail adapter...................................................................20
Figure 12 Indigo300 transmitter base with screw terminals.................................22
Figure 13 Indigo300 wiring options and cable diameters..................................... 24
Figure 14 Indigo300 grounding using external grounding terminal................... 27
Figure 15 Connecting probes to Indigo300 transmitter.........................................28
Figure 16 Example of installation in tight space....................................................... 29
Figure 17 Connecting Indigo300 transmitter to Insight PC software..................31
Figure 18 Insight software main menu view with transmitter and
connected probe............................................................................................. 33
Figure 19 Unit selection example with humidity and temperature probe.........34
Figure 20 Indigo80 handheld indicator....................................................................... 35
Figure 21 Indigo80 keypad............................................................................................. 36
Figure 22 Indigo80 main menu......................................................................................36
Figure 23 Connecting Indigo300 transmitter to Indigo80
handheld indicator..........................................................................................37
Figure 24 Analog output configuration options example in Insight................... 40
Figure 25 Analog output type (current or voltage) selection in Insight..............41
Figure 26 Analog output overrange behavior example..........................................45
Figure 27 Insight calibration menu main view (humidity and
temperature probe)........................................................................................47
Figure 28 Insight Calibrate menu selection................................................................ 48
Figure 29 Insight Restore factory adjustment selection......................................... 48
Figure 30 Insight environmental compensation configuration
example with CO2probe...............................................................................49
Figure 31 Insight analog output adjustment view....................................................50
Figure 32 Indigo300 transmitter dimensions............................................................ 64
Figure 33 Materials for recycling....................................................................................67
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List of tables
Table 1 Document versions (English)............................................................................7
Table 2 Related manuals................................................................................................... 7
Table 3 Power supply input terminals......................................................................... 22
Table 4 Analog output terminals.................................................................................. 23
Table 5 Probe connection terminals............................................................................ 23
Table 6 Transmitter analog channel fixed test output levels................................50
Table 7 Transmitter analog channel fixed test output levels................................54
Table 8 Indigo transmitter messages shown on display........................................59
Table 9 Indigo-compatible probes...............................................................................62
Table 10 Indigo300 operating environment................................................................62
Table 11 Indigo300 inputs and outputs....................................................................... 62
Table 12 Indigo300 compliance......................................................................................63
Table 13 Indigo300 mechanical specifications...........................................................63
Table 14 Probe connection cables..................................................................................65
Table 15 Indigo300 spare parts and accessories.......................................................65
Table 16 Materials for recycling.......................................................................................67
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1. About this document
1.1 Version information
This document provides instructions on installing, using and maintaining Vaisala Indigo300
Transmitter.
Table 1 Document versions (English)
Document code Date Description
M212849EN-A May 2023 First version
1.2 Related manuals
For the latest versions of these documents, see docs.vaisala.com.
Table 2 Related manuals
Document code Name
M212848EN Vaisala Indigo300 Transmitter Quick Guide
M212722EN Vaisala Indigo80 Handheld Indicator User Guide
1.3 Documentation conventions
Warning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read and
follow instructions carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even death.
WARNING!
Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and
follow instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or
important data could be lost.
CAUTION!
Note highlights important information on using the product.
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Tip gives information for using the product more eciently.
Lists tools needed to perform the task.
Indicates that you need to take some notes during the task.
1.4 Trademarks
Vaisalaâis a registered trademark of Vaisala Oyj.
Indigo™is a trademark of Vaisala Oyj.
Microsoftâand Windowsâare either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
All other product or company names that may be mentioned in this publication are trade
names, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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2. Product overview
2.1 Introduction to Indigo300 transmitter
16.03.2022
Figure 1 Indigo300 connections overview
Vaisala Indigo300 Transmitter is a host device for displaying measurement values from Vaisala
Indigo-compatible probes and/or transmitting them to automation systems through analog
signals.
Probes can be connected to the transmitter tool-free using the locking wheel. You can connect
a probe to the locking wheel directly or by using a cable. Instead of the locking wheel, it is also
possible to use a cable gland with a fixed cable.
The service port on the front can be opened with a 4-mm Allen key for enabling access to the
free Vaisala Insight PC software or Indigo80 handheld indicator.
With Insight and Indigo80, you can configure both the transmitter and the probe connected to
it, as well as calibrate and adjust the probe without having to detach it from the transmitter.
2.1.1 Indigo300 basic features and options
• All Vaisala Indigo-compatible probes can be connected to all Indigo transmitter models
• Numerical and graphical color display for up to 3 parameters
• Support for one Indigo-compatible probe
• Power supply input 15 ... 30 V DC (24 V AC ±10 % 50/60Hz)
• 3 pre-configured analog outputs (mA or V)
• Service port on the front for connecting to Vaisala Insight PC software or Indigo80
handheld indicator
• 1-m, 3-m, 5-m, and 10-m probe connection cables available as accessories
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2.2 Transmitter parts
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2
3
4
6
5
8
9
10
11
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Figure 2 Indigo300 transmitter parts
1Display
2Push button for transmitter display navigation
3LED status indicator. Lights up when the display is turned o.
4Locking wheel with a connector for probe or probe cable. Alternatively, this lead-through
can be ordered with a fixed cable and M16×1.5 cable gland pre-installed.
5Lead-through for cables. Plugged, or equipped with a M16×1.5 cable gland or an NPT 1/2"
conduit fitting.
6Lead-through for cables. Plugged, or equipped with a M20×1.5 cable gland or an NPT 1/2"
conduit fitting.
7Grounding terminal
8Service port for connection to Insight PC software or Indigo80 handheld indicator
9Rubber lead-through for cables, at the back
10 Transmitter base: mounting base and screw terminals for cables
11 Top cover: display and circuit board
The lead-through options (locking wheel, cable glands, conduit fittings, and plugs) are
selected when ordering the transmitter.
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