ABUS Log Box-AA User Manual
ABUS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Log Box-AA
Data Logger
User Manual
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specified model number break-down and do not necessarily apply for customized instruments.
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may not immediately be reflected in this manual at the time of change.
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for any indirect damages.
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with equipment or property damage, it must be understood that operation of damaged equipment could,
under certain operational conditions, result in degraded process system performance leading to
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
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noted:
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personnel and in accordance with the information given. Any deviation from these instructions will
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operating in conditions of high pressure and/or temperature.
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dry. Normal safe handling procedures must be used.
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Safety advice concerning the use of the equipment described in this manual or any relevant hazard data
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servicing and spares information.
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CATALOGUE
Contents Page No.
1. Introduction 4
2. Presentation
Technical Parameters
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Memory capacity
Input signals
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Data acquisition
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3. Dimensions 5
4. Connections
1. IP65 Model
2. IP67/IP68 Model
3. Input Connection
4. External Battery Switch
5. Digital Input
5. Installation
1. Recommendation
2. Input Signal
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Panel
LogChat-II
Optic Interface IR-Link3
Palmtop User
6. Configuration
1. General information Field
2. Acquisition Field
3. Start Loggings Field
4. Stop Loggings Field
5. Channels Field
6. Palmtop User
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7. Operation
1. Offloading Data
2. Visualization Data
3. Monitoring Acquisition
4. Palmtop User
8. Maintenance
1. Observation
2. Troubleshooting
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9. Safety Precautions 23
10. Warranty 23
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1. INTRODUCTION
LogBox-AA is an electronic data logger with two analog input channels. Values
measured by these channels (data) are stored in the logger electronic memory
(acquisitions) for later download to a PC for visualization and analysis in the form of
tables or graphs. Data can be easily exported to spreadsheets.
The LogChart-II is the software used to configure the logger, download and
visualize data. The logger configuration allows define the logger operation mode,
including the start/stop time of data acquisition. Other parameters such as signal input
type, Logging interval, etc., are easily selected through the LogChart-II software.
The LogBox-AA also provides a signal for commanding an external power
supply (battery) of a device connected to the logger. This feature allows that external
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devices, such as a transmitter, be powered only during the measurement sample time,
thus extending the service life of these external batteries.
2. PRESENTATION
2.1 Technical Parameters
Input resistance: 0-50mV, Pt100 and thermocouples: >10MΩ
0-10V: > 1MΩ
0 to 20mA and 4 to 20mA: 100Ω + 2 Vdc
Accuracy: Thermocouple J, K and T: 0.25% of Max. Range ±1°C;
Thermocouple N, R, S, B: 0.25% of Max. Range ±3°C;
Pt100: 0.2% of the Max. Range;
mA, mV and V: 0.2% of the max. Range;
Memory capacity: 32k or 64k loggings.
Interval between readings: Minimum: 10 seconds, maximum: 18 hours
External battery switch time: 3.6V lithium battery (1/2 AA)
Typical battery life: 1 year (one download daily, 5 minutes acquisition interval)
Working temperature: From –40°C to 70°C.
Protection: IP65, IP67 and IP68 models (see lateral label on product)
Material: ABS with polycarbonate film case; Polycarbonate film
Dimensions: 60x70x35mm
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2.2 Memory Capacity
Two memory storage capacities are offered: 32K or 64K records:
32k Model: Allows up to 32,000 records;
64k Model: Allows up to 64,000 records;
Memory capacity is always shared between enabled channels. In case there are two channels
enabled, each gets 50 percent of the memory available. When only a single channel is enabled, it has
the entire memory at its disposal. Memory capacity is indicated on the identification label placed on the
logger case.
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Identification label
2.3 Input Signals
The input channels 1 and 2 measure analog electric signals, which can be Pt100,
Thermocouple (J, K, T, E, N, R, S or B), voltage (0 to 50 mV or 0 to 10 V) or current (0 to 20mA or 4 to
20mA), according to user-defined settings.
Note: Besides configuration performed through the software, the definition of input signal requires two
internal jumpers to be configured.
2.4 Data Acquisition (logging)
Data can be acquired through different modes. The logger can be configured to perform a
single measurement within a time interval storing the value read or perform ten measurements within
the time interval and store the mean of values measured. Yet, it can store the minimum or maximum
values read in the interval.
3. DIMENSIONS
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4. CONNECTIONS
Only the input connections and the External Battery Switch (when used) are
needed. The logger is exclusively powered by its internal battery. In the IP65 models,
the inputs and the signal for activating the external power supply are located inside the
logger case, which must be opened for accomplishing the connections. In the IP67
and IP68 models, proper connectors are provided for this purpose, as shown in Figure
IP67/IP68 connectors, below.
4.1 IP65 Model
Open the logger’s cover to get access to the block terminals and the configuration jumpers. Connection
cables must pass through the compress fitting located at the bottom of the case. Figure IP65
connections internal view, below shows the internal terminals distribution.
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PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
Channel 1:
Channel 2:
External Battery
Switch
Digital Input
CN1 connector – Terminals
1, 2 and 3
CN1 connector – Terminals
4, 5 and 6
CN2 connector – Terminals
7, 8 and 9
CN2 connector – Terminals
7, 10 and 9
IP65 connections internal view
Note: Make sure that the compress fitting is perfectly tightening the cables, thus assuring proper IP65
protection: (totally dust-tight and protected against water jets).
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4.2 IP67/IP68 Model
In theIP67/IP68 version, an M8 connector is provided for signal input. Two connectors provide
external access to the input channels, as shown in Figure IP67/IP68 external connectors, below. The
cables are supplied with the logger.
Note: The case cover should not be opened unless battery replacement is required. If this is the case,
the cover must be properly tightened back in its place such as to assure the IP67 / 68 protection.
IP67 - Totally dust-tight and protected from temporary immersion in water.
IP67 - Totally dust-tight and protected from submersion in water.
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IP67/IP68 external connectors
CHANNEL 1 CABLE
(RIGHT)
CONNECTION
Brown CN1 – 3
Blue CN1 - 2
Black CN1 -1
CHANNEL 2 CABLE
(LEFT)
Brown CN1 -6
Blue CN1 – 5
Black CN1 – 4
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