Geosense Geologger GL101A-V, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...V1 0 V1 0 I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L GEOLOGGER GL101A V ...

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Page 3: ...ata logger to laptop PC 5 3 Software 5 4 Using the datalogger software 5 5 Setting up the datalogger engineering units 5 6 Setting up the datalogger real time graphing 5 7 Setting up the datalogger logging without PC laptop at tached 5 8Viewing data as numbers in software 5 9 Exporting data to excel 6 0 MAINTENANCE 7 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 0 SPECIFICATION 9 0 SPARE PARTS ACCESSORIES 9 1 Spare parts 1...

Page 4: ...ts to protect and store the instruments and logging equipment The Geosense Geologger GL101A V comes with a lithium ion battery that powers the sensor It also comes with an integrated battery within the data logger Each Geosense Geologger GL101A V comes with datalogger software with real time graphing and varying sampling times Particular features of the Geosense Geologger GL101A V are CE compliant...

Page 5: ...95 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004 108 EC Waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE 2002 96 EC Restriction on the use of certain Hazardous Substances RoHS 2002 95 EC Equipment description Geologger Make Brand Geosense Model GL101A V Compliance has been assessed with reference to the following harmonised standard EN 61326 1 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement control and ...

Page 6: ...6 V1 0 V1 0 3 0 Markings The Geosense Geologger GL101A V comes with the following markings Datalogger Side Sensor Side Lid ...

Page 7: ...ms therefore while robust there is a risk of damage if incorrectly handled They and their associated equipment should always be handled with care during transportation storage and installation Once the shipment has been checked see below it is recommended that the Geosense Geologger GL101A V remains in its original packaging for storage or transportation 4 1 Packaging Geosense Geologger GL101A V a...

Page 8: ...refore the lid must be clipped shut and connector caps screwed tight Geosense Geologger GL101A V are precision instruments containing sensitive electronics and whilst they are mounted within an weatherproof enclosure the 5 0 INSTALLATION The following sections describe some typical installation procedures for Geosense Geologger GL101A V This section of the manual is intended for all users of Geose...

Page 9: ...lied USB cable Open up the software MadgeTech 4 5 2 Connecting the data logger to laptop PC Undo the waterproof caps from the USB ports of the side of the datalogger enclosure When connecting via USB to a laptop PC the supplied cable should be plugged into the USB ports of the datalogger enclosure and then into a laptop PC with the required software 5 1 Connecting the sensors to side connectors Op...

Page 10: ...in equivalence data How many volts attribute to the units you want to measure 5 5 Setting up the datalogger Engineering units Click onto the Engineering units button on the device tab as shown Click add to add a custom unit eg displacement Right click on the datalogger required and click properties Ctrl I ...

Page 11: ...e Click the realtime start button on the device tab Click on the engineering units tab on the properties window Tick the enable engineering units for this device choose the units previously set up Click apply Set the start and stop method manual or specify time date Specify using the drop down menu the reading intervals for real time we suggest 1 second reading interval ...

Page 12: ...click OK The data will be shown graphically as shown Please note that the data can be viewed many ways go to section X X to see how to change the viewing mode 5 7 Setting up the datalogger logging without PC laptop attached The software provided also allows the user to log data from the sensors when a PC or laptop are not attached ...

Page 13: ...USB cable click the download button on the device tab Click the custom start button on the device tab Fill in start and stop method manual or specific time date Fill in reading interval Click start The USB cable can now be removed and the logger will continue logging for the specified time Name the data and click ok ...

Page 14: ...lease note that the data can be viewed many ways go to section X X to see how to change the viewing mode 5 8 Viewing data as numbers in software Click the generate button on the report tab 5 9 Exporting data to excel Click the export all data to excel button Click yes if you would like the graph built in excel Click no if you would just like the numerical data This will export the data to an excel...

Page 15: ...ed for a replacement battery 7 0 TROUBLESHOOTING Although the Geosense Geologger GL101A V has ultra long life lithium batteries these will run out over time if the unit is being used to log real time for extended periods of time Fault Possible cause Remedy No connection Low power Contact Geosense for a replace ment battery Loose connection Check connection No power Contact Geosense for a replace m...

Page 16: ...gs in multiple start stop mode Sensor battery life Dependant on sensor and logging interval Weight 1 65kg Dimensions L X W X H mm 285 x 225 x 155 Datalogger Battery 3 6V Lithium Ion 750mAh Datalogger battery life 10 years typical at a 15 minute reading rate 9 0 SPARE PARTS ACCESSORIES 9 1 SPARE PARTS The following spare parts are available Part Number Quantity Description 2 3 6V 13000 mAh sensor b...

Page 17: ...ate is also chargeable 10 1 2 Warranty Claim See Limited Warranty Conditions This covers defects which arise as a result of a failure in design or manufacturing It is a condition of the warranty that the Geosense Geologger GL101A V must be installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions and has not been subject to misuse In order to make a warranty claim contact Geosense and ...

Page 18: ...e at the expense of the Purchaser Return shipment of repaired replaced part or parts covered by this warranty shall be at the expense of the Manufacturer Unauthorised alteration and or repair by anyone which causes failure of the unit or associated components will void this LIMITED WARRANTY in its entirety The Purchaser warrants through the purchase of the Geosense Geologger GL101A V equipment tha...

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Page 20: ...20 V1 0 V1 0 Geosense Ltd Nova House Rougham Industrial Estate Rougham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9ND England Tel 44 0 1359 270457 Fax 44 0 1359 272860 email info geosense co uk www geosense co uk ...