The iSIC digital expansion provides an additional four RS-232 port on a pluggable Phoenix terminal. REV: 13G26
iSIC Digital Expansion Pinout
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3200-iSIC
Connect and Configure Generic mV Adapter
To connect an analog sensor to the iSIC that does not exist in the iChart’s sensor library, please follow the steps beleow: 1) In iChart, go to the Sensor step and select Generic from the drop down menu. Select Generic mV in the menu below. Click Add. 2) On the “Analog Sensor Property”, enter the full scale. Please note […]
Switching a NexSens Logger from SDI-12 or Modbus to RS-232
NexSens iSIC and SDL500 data loggers can communicate using interfaces such as SDI-12, Modbus RS-485 and RS-232. This process shows how to switch from SDI-12 or Modbus to RS-232 communication in order to allow connection to a PC. 1a. Open iChart without a current project. 2a. From the main menu select Advanced | Terminal… 3a. Select […]
Testing a Solar Panel
Solar panel kits may be connected to iSIC data loggers to recharge the 12V A01 iSIC battery. Solar charging kits are equipped with a charge regulator to prevent overcharging of the A01 battery and damage to the data logger or connected devices. Use the following process to identify and troubleshoot suspected issues with a solar panel kit. 1. […]
Manually Enable/Disable Switch Power
When setting up and troubleshooting a system, it may be necessary to manually enable or disable the logger’s switch power. 1. In iChart, open the diagnostic window by clicking on View | Diagnostic Window. 2. Connect to the data logger. See the appropriate iSIC Data Logger or SDL500 category for instruction on connecting directly to the […]
Cellular Communication Timeout
If there is something slowing down communication between the cellular data logger and iChart (poor signal, slow network, large amounts of data transfer) the timeout can be adjusted accordingly. 1. Open iChart without a project. 2. Press Ctrl+Alt+T. 3. In the dialog that appears select NexSens DN Sensors for the Device. 4. Select 3100-iSIC (Cellular modem) for […]
Cycling Power to an iSIC or SDL
It may be necessary to reset an iSIC or SDL by manually cycling power. This will allow the system to reboot and can solve various problems. iSIC 1. Open the lid of the iSIC enclosure. 2. Remove both black fuses located to the left of the digital terminal strip. While the fuses are removed, check […]
Writing a Template to a Cellular Modem
Loading a template into a cellular modem is required for a 3100-iSIC or SDL500 cellular data logger to communicate properly with iChart software. In most cases, NexSens writes the modem template and provisions the modem prior to shipment. However, in some cases, it may be necessary for a user to write the template to a […]
Input/Output Control
The iSIC is capable of adjusting various settings based on a parameters reading. The enable line can be triggered, the sample interval can be changed, and various other configurations adjustments can be made. 1. Open iChart with the current project file. Note: Interrogate all data off of the device as this process will require the […]
Change COM Port
If a different computer than the one used to create the project is being used to download data, it is likely that the COM port will need to be switched. To determine which COM port the data logger is using, please follow the instructions in Verifying iSIC/SDL COM port. 1. Open iChart with the current project file. 2. Right-click […]