The LED only flashes when the iSIC is booting up and does not stay on all the time in order to conserve battery power. The LED will flash immediately upon connecting the battery but only for 15-20 seconds. REV: 13G29
If iChart ever reads data input by a sensor as “INVALID,” it will be necessary to verify if the sensor is reading incorrectly. The problem may be elsewhere and completing these steps may rule out sensor failure and save on costly repairs. 1. Make sure the sensor is connected to the data logger. 2. Open […]
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-485 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 […]
It may be necessary to perform a code update while in the boot loader if the normal code update is failing. 1. Open iChart. 2. Connect the data logger to the computer. 3. Select Advanced | Terminal from the menu. 4. Select Direct connect as the Connection type. Select the PC COM Port to which the data logger is […]
It may be necessary to remove the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) from the mounting plate for inspection or replacement. 1. Remove all attached wires from the back of the PCB. Note that the specific wires will vary depending on the communication available. Note: Record all wire locations before removal if replacing the board. 2. […]
The iSIC digital expansion provides an additional four RS-232 port on a pluggable Phoenix terminal. REV: 13G26
To upgrade from a 3100-iSIC to a 5100-iSIC, please follow the procedure below. Note: This article assumes that the 3100-iSIC is already open and that the PCB and cellular modem have been removed. 1) Use step drill bit similar to the bit pictured below. 2) Drill out the existing hole that contained the RF bulkhead as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
