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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
iChart Software is used to communicate with the SDL500C. Follow the Setup Device Wizard or the iChart manual to install the software. To establish communication with a computer, first connect the A49-SDL antenna to the top communication port. Also, power the SDL500 with internal batteries, solar power pack(s), with an external 12 VDC source. Open […]
When set up as a direct connect data logger, The SDL500 submersible data logger can be preconfigured to output environmental data to SDI-12 or Modbus devices. SDI-12 output is typically used for connection to other data loggers, while Modbus output is mainly used for integration into Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. The SDL500 […]
Troubleshooting Follow the procedure below to isolate and resolve SDL500 communication problems. Direct Connect Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Cannot communicate with iChart Incorrect COM port or wrong port settings Check the COM port the data logger is connected to and verify the Detail field in the iSIC Setup window reads “COM#, 9600 baud, N81, […]
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 […]
