Campbell Scientific CSBUOY-NS User Manual

CSBUOY-NS

Revision: 11/08

Copyright © 2002-2008

Campbell Scientific, Inc.

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CSBUOY-NS Shipping List

Items packaged with the CSBUOY-NS for shipment include:

• CSBUOY-NS (See Figure 2-1)

• Solar panel with mounting brackets and cable

• Lid

• Instrument housing with antenna hole plug

• Float with two (2) eye-bolts

• Float plug unscrewed

• Instrument shroud

• Instrumentation mounting bracket

• CR206

• Antenna with cable

• 7 AH battery with cable

• Two (2) large desiccant packs

• Humidity card

• CSBUOY-NS manual

• CR206 manual/CD-ROM

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Special Operating Notes

1. Check the shipping list in the front of the manual and make sure that all

the parts checked off the list are with the CSBUOY-NS. If any parts are
missing, please contact Campbell Scientific, Inc. [phone].

2. When connecting the battery avoid shorting the battery to the CR206.

3. Damage to the electronics will occur if moisture builds up inside the

CSBUOY-NS instrument housing.

4. The Heyco pressure fittings seal the cable entry points against water

intrusion. These fittings must be tightened periodically to ensure a tight
fit.

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CSBUOY-NS Table of Contents

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1. Introduction...............................................................1-1

1.1 Specifications........................................................................................ 1-1

2. CSBUOY-NS Description .........................................2-1

2.1 System Components .............................................................................2-1

2.2 Communication Options....................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Power Supply........................................................................................ 2-1

3. CSBUOY Installation ................................................3-1

3.1 Site Selection........................................................................................3-1

3.2 CSBUOY-NS Assembly....................................................................... 3-1

4. Communication.........................................................4-1

4.1 Direct Connection to PC....................................................................... 4-1

4.1.1 Device Configuration Utility Software Installation.................... 4-1

4.1.2 RF401 Connection...................................................................... 4-1

4.2 CSBUOY-NS as a Wireless Sensor...................................................... 4-1

5. Maintenance..............................................................5-1

5.1 Instrumentation Maintenance ............................................................... 5-1

5.1.1 Batteries ...................................................................................... 5-1

5.1.2 Desiccant..................................................................................... 5-1

5.1.3 Sensor Maintenance.................................................................... 5-1

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Section 1. Introduction

The CSBUOY-NS is programmed to communicate directly with a personal
computer operating Device Configuration Utility software and/or as a wireless
sensor providing data for other Campbell Scientific dataloggers. A 5-watt
solar panel is used to trickle charge the battery.

1.1 Specifications

General

CSBUOY-NS Weight: 37 lbs

Environment: Freshwater and brackish ponds and small lakes;

quiet water marine (no wave or tidal activity)

Buoy

Material: Polyethylene

Dimensions: 47” (119 cm) height, 30” (76 cm) float diameter

Instrument Housing: 6.36” (16.15 cm) OD, 6” (15.24 cm) ID

Wireless Transmitter

Storage: 512 Kbytes Flash Final Storage; data format is 4

Radio Type: RF401, 916 MHz Spread Spectrum Transceiver

Average Continuous
Current Drain: 20 mA radio always on, 2.2 mA radio in 1 s duty

Antenna

Frequency: 900 Mhz

Distance: 5000 ft (1524 m) assuming line of sight

Gain: 0 dBd

Length: 3.25” (8.26 cm)

bytes per data point (table-based); 60 Kbytes Flash
(OS/program)

cycle, 0.6 mA radio in 8 s duty cycle

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Section 1. Introduction

Solar Panel

Typical Peak Power: 5 W

Voltage @ Peak Power: 17.1 Vdc

Current @ Peak Power: 300 mA

Dimensions: 9.45” (24 cm) length, 10.4” (26.4 cm) width

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Section 2. CSBUOY-NS Description

The CSBUOY-NS is designed to eliminate the use of hard-wire cable to
connect the water quality sensors with the datalogger (CR510, CR10X,
CR23X, CR800, CR850, CR1000, CR3000). This manual covers installation,
communication, and maintenance.

2.1 System Components

Mooring Eyebolts

5 W Solar Panel

Sensor Shroud

Solar Panel
Mounting
Brackets

5 W Solar Panel

Instrument Housing

Float

Antenna

CR206

FIGURE 2-1. CSBUOY-NS

2.2 Communication Options

• Direct RS-232 Connection to PC

• RF401 Spread Spectrum Radio Connection to PC

• RF401 Spread Spectrum Radio Connection to Datalogger (CR510,

CR10X, CR23X, CR800, CR850, CR1000, CR3000)

2.3 Power Supply

• 7 Amp/hr 12 VDC Rechargeable Battery

• 5 W Solar Panel Trickle Charger

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Section 2. CSBUOY-NS Description

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Section 3. CSBUOY Installation

3.1 Site Selection

The site should represent the general area being measured. Placement should
allow the buoy to float freely without obstruction from the bottom of the water
compound being monitored. The buoy solar panel should not have any
obstruction from full sunlight. Keep away from overhanging trees or other
obstructions. The solar panel should be angled towards the south to maximize
full solar capabilities.

3.2 CSBUOY-NS Assembly

CR206 Solar Panel Batt

Battery- Black
Battery+ Red
Charge- Black
Charge+ Red

Ensure that each wire is in the proper place on the CR206. Connect the battery
cable to the battery. Using a wrench, tighten the Heyco Pressure fitting to
ensure a watertight seal around the sensor cables exiting the instrument

housing. Insert the instrument mounting bracket into the instrument
housing, paying particular attention that the cable are not pinched. Tighten the
instrument housing lid.

With a wrench, tighten the vent plug into the float.

Attach the solar panel to the solar panel brackets. Tighten the connection
with the thumb screws.

Secure the mooring eye-bolts to a mooring line or the anchor eye-bolt to the
anchor line to secure placement of buoy in desired location.

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Section 3. CSBUOY Installation

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Section 4. Communication

The CSBUOY-NS can be used as a stand-alone monitoring system that
communicates directly with the PC, or as a wireless sensor that is integrated
with other Campbell Scientific dataloggers (CR510, CR10X, CR23X, CR800,
CR850, CR1000, CR3000) with table-based operating systems using the
Device Configuration Utility communication protocol.

4.1 Direct Connection to PC

In order to communicate with the CSBUOY-NS directly from the PC:

1. Device Configuration Utility software must be installed in the PC.

2. An RF401 Spread Spectrum Radio must be connected via com port to the

PC.

3. The RF401 and CSBUOY-NS Transceiver (CR206) must be configured to

communicate with each other (refer to RF401 and CR206 manuals).

4.1.1 Device Configuration Utility Software Installation

Refer to the Device Configuration Utility Manual for installation an d operation
instructions.

4.1.2 RF401 Connection

Refer to the RF401 Manual for configuration instructions.

4.2 CSBUOY-NS as a Wireless Sensor

A CSBUOY-NS acting as a wireless sensor can communicate with a CR800,
CR850, CR1000, or CR3000 datalogger using the GetVariable instruction.
With a CR10X, CR510, or CR23X, program instruction P193 is used. These
instructions open the communication between CSBUOY-NS and the
datalogger allowing data to be sent and received. In addition to this
instruction:

1. The datalogger requires a RF401 Spread Spectrum Radio configured with

a datalogger CDSC current port configuration.

2. The RF401 connected to the datalogger and the CSBUOY-NS must be

configured with the same radio address, net address and hopping
sequence.

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Section 4. Communication

‘CR1000 Series Datalogger

Public Result, Remotedata (3)

DataTable (Test,1,-1)
DataInterval (0,60,Sec,10)
Sample (3,Remotedata(),FP2)
EndTable

Alias Remotedata(1) = pH
Alias Remotedata(2) = WaterTempC
Alias Remotedata(3) = BatteryVolt

BeginProg
Scan (30,Sec,0,0)
GetVariables (Result,ComSDC7,0,1,0000,0,“Public”,“Buoydata()”,Remotedata(),3)

‘where 1 is the PakBus address of the CSBUOY-NS

CallTable Test
NextScan
EndProg

Programming Examples

The following example allows the CR1000 to communicate with one
CSBUOY-NS, measuring the parameters.

This example allows the CR10X to communicate with one CSBUOY-NS.

;{CR10X-PB}
;
*Table 1 Program
01: 30 Execution Interval (seconds)

1: Batt Voltage (P10)
1: 1 Loc [ Batt ]

2: PakBus - Wireless Network Master (P193)
1: 1 Number of Remotes
2: 10 First Remote Address
3: 0 Time Into Transmit Interval (sec)
4: 300 Transmit Interval (sec, 0 = use execution interval)
5: 0 Transmit Delay Between Remotes (sec)
6: 5 Swath to Receive
7: 7 First Loc for Data Received [ RID_1 ]
8: 0 Swath to Send
9: 18 First Loc to Send [ Scratch ]
10: 2 Result Code Loc [ RCom_1 ]

3: Data Table (P84)
1: 0 Seconds into Interval
2: 300 Seconds Interval
3: 0 (0 = auto allocate, -x = redirect to inloc x)
4: Hist Table Name

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4: Sample (P70)
1: 13 Reps
2: 1 Loc [ Batt ]

For further instruction on programming, please refer to the CR10X manual.

Section 4. Communication

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Section 5. Maintenance

The CSBUOY-NS has been engineered to provide many years of reliable
service. However, periodic maintenance is required to help ensure that the
system performs up to its potential. Equipment must be in good operating
condition, which requires a program of regular inspection and maintenance.
Routine and simple maintenance can be accomplished by the person in charge
of the CSBUOY-NS.

5.1 Instrumentation Maintenance

The instrumentation requires a minimum of routine maintenance. A few
preventative maintenance steps will optimize battery life and decrease the
chances of system failure.

5.1.1 Batteries

The CSBUOY-NS has been programmed to record battery voltage. This will
allow the user to determine how long a fresh battery will last. The
CSBUOY-NS is supplied with a fresh 12 VDC, 7.0 Ahr rechargeable battery.
This battery is continually recharged by the 5-watt solar panel mounted on top
of the instrument housing. Be aware of battery voltage that consistently
decreases over time, which indicates a failure in the charging circuitry.

5.1.2 Desiccant

Damage to the CR206 and wiring panel will occur if high moisture levels
inside the CSBUOY-NS instrument housing are not corrected. Enclosure
humidity is monitored by a humidity indicator card provided with the
CSBUOY-NS. It can also be more accurately monitored using the 10162
Enclosure Humidity Sensor, which is an optional sensor that can be purchased
with the CSBUOY-NS.

Regardless if the humidity sensor or the humidity indicator card is used to
monitor humidity inside the instrument housing, desiccant packs should be
replaced when relative humidity inside the instrument housing exceeds 35%.

5.1.3 Sensor Maintenance

Sensor maintenance should be performed at regular intervals, depending on the
desired accuracy and the conditions of use. A suggested maintenance schedule
is outlined below.

First week

• Check the Heyco pressure seals to ensure a tight fit.

• Check inside of the instrument housing to ensure against water leakage.

Any leakage will also be indicated by increase in humidity inside the
instrument housing.

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Section 5. Maintenance

Each month

• Check humidity indicator card (or humidity readings from sensor).

Replace desiccant pack and tighten Heyco pressure fittings if needed.

Each Year

• Check cable for rodent or environmental damage.

• Replace humidity indicator card if necessary.

Every Three to Five Years

• Replace 10162 Humidity Sensor (if being used).

General Maintenance

• An occasional cleaning of the glass on the solar panel will improve its

efficiency.

• Check sensor leads and cables for cracking, deterioration, and rodent

damage.

• Check the CSBUOY-NS float, instrument housing, instrument shroud, and

cap for structural damage, poor fittings, loose fittings.

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