Geokon 8600-2, 8600-1 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Model 8600-2

Micro-6000 Multi-Channel Datalogger

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Copyright © 2016-2018 by Geokon

(Doc Rev D, 12/17/2018)

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Warranty Statement

Geokon warrants its products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under normal
use and service for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. If the unit should malfunction,
it must be returned to the factory for evaluation, freight prepaid. Upon examination by Geokon,
if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. However, the
WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows
evidence of being damaged as a result of excessive corrosion or current, heat, moisture or
vibration, improper specification, misapplication, misuse or other operating conditions outside of
Geokon's control. Components which wear or which are damaged by misuse are not warranted.
This includes fuses and batteries.

Geokon manufactures scientific instruments whose misuse is potentially dangerous. The
instruments are intended to be installed and used only by qualified personnel. There are no
warranties except as stated herein. There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, including
but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular
purpose. Geokon is not responsible for any damages or losses caused to other equipment,
whether direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential which the purchaser may experience
as a result of the installation or use of the product. The buyer's sole remedy for any breach of this
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such breach. Under no circumstances will Geokon reimburse the claimant for loss incurred in
removing and/or reinstalling equipment.

Every precaution for accuracy has been taken in the preparation of manuals and/or software,
however, Geokon neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors that may appear nor
assumes liability for any damages or losses that result from the use of the products in accordance
with the information contained in the manual or software.

TABLE of CONTENTS

1. OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

2. SOFTWARE ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

3. HARDWARE ........................................................................................................................................................... 1

INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 2

3.1

POWER ................................................................................................................................................................. 2

3.2

EARTH GROUND .................................................................................................................................................. 3

3.3

GAUGES ............................................................................................................................................................... 3

3.4

COMMUNICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 3

3.5

4. BATTERY MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................ 4

4.1

AC POWER .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

SOLAR POWER ..................................................................................................................................................... 4

4.2

EXTERNAL BATTERY ........................................................................................................................................... 4

4.3

BATTERY REPLACEMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 4

4.4

FUSES .................................................................................................................................................................. 4

4.5

5. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................... 5

APPENDIX A. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 7

A.1

MODEL 8600-2 DATALOGGER ............................................................................................................................ 7

CR6 MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL MODULE ................................................................................................... 7

A.2

MODEL 8032 MULTIPLEXER ............................................................................................................................... 7

A.3

APPENDIX B. SHIP LIST ......................................................................................................................................... 8

B.1

HARDWARE ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

APPENDIX C. DATA STORAGE ............................................................................................................................. 9

C.1

DATA STORAGE .................................................................................................................................................. 9

DATA STORAGE EXAMPLE .................................................................................................................................. 9

C.2

C.2.1 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once a Minute ............................................................................... 9

C.2.2 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once an Hour ................................................................................ 9

C.2.3 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once a Day .................................................................................... 9

APPENDIX D. SYSTEM WIRING ......................................................................................................................... 10

CR6 WIRING ..................................................................................................................................................... 10

D.1

CHARGER PORT WIR ING ................................................................................................................................... 10

D.2

UNREGULATED CHARGER WIR ING ................................................................................................................... 10

D.3

REGULATED CHARGER (DEFAULT) ................................................................................................................... 11

D.4

EXTERNAL POWER CABLE ................................................................................................................................ 11

D.5

FUSE DESIGNATIONS FOR POWER DISTRIBUTION BOARD ................................................................................. 11

D.6

APPENDIX E. LOGGERNET QUICK START GUIDE ...................................................................................... 12

E.1

OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................ 12

GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................................................ 12

E.2

E.2.1 Program Files ........................................................................................................................................... 12

E.2.2 Connection Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 12

E.2.3 Connecting to the Datalogger .................................................................................................................. 16

MODIFYING THE DATALOGGER PROGRAM ........................................................................................................ 17

E.3

E.3.1 Scan Interval ............................................................................................................................................. 17

E.3.2 Zero Readings and Gauge Factors ........................................................................................................... 17

E.3.3 Temperature Zero Readings and Thermal Factors .................................................................................. 18

E.3.4 Output Labels ........................................................................................................................................... 18

UPLOADING FILES ............................................................................................................................................. 19

E.4

E.4.1 Sending the Include file (.DLD) ................................................................................................................ 19

E.4.2 Sending the Main program file (.CR6) ..................................................................................................... 21

E.5 DATA HANDLING ...............................................................................................................................................21

E.5.1 Data Collection Configuration .................................................................................................................21

E.5.2 Live Monitoring ........................................................................................................................................22

E.5.3 Collecting Data .........................................................................................................................................23

APPENDIX F. EXCERPTS FROM THE 8032 MULTIPLEXER MANUAL .....................................................24

THEORY OF OPERATION .....................................................................................................................................24

F.1

MICRO-6000 MODE OF OPERATION .................................................................................................................26

F.2

WIRIN G ..............................................................................................................................................................28

F.3

F.3.1 Gauge Wiring ............................................................................................................................................28

F.3.2 Connector and Cable Wiring ....................................................................................................................30

F.3.3 Model 8032-27 and Load Cell Wiring ......................................................................................................31

TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................................................32

F.4

8032 MULTIPLEXER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................32

F.5

DAISY-CHAIN OPERATION .................................................................................................................................33

F.6

MAXIM UM 8032-5 (TAN CABLE) CAB LE LENGTHS ............................................................................................35

F.7

APPENDIX G. CELLULAR MODEM COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................36

G.1

SUPPLY .............................................................................................................................................................36

INSTALL ............................................................................................................................................................37

G.2

COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................38

G.3

FIGURES

IGURE 1 - TYPICAL MICRO-6000 CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................................... 2

F

IGURE 2 - POWER DISTR IBUTION CIRCUIT BOARD ........................................................................................................ 2

F

IGURE 3 - TYPICAL BOTTOM VIEW MICRO-6000 ........................................................................................................ 3

F

IGURE 4 - LAUNCH MENU, DEVICE CONFIG UTILITY .................................................................................................. 12

F

IGURE 5 - INSTALL DEVICE DRIVER............................................................................................................................ 13

F

IGURE 6 - LAUNCH MENU, SETUP ............................................................................................................................... 13

F

IGURE 7 - ADD COMMUNICATIONS PORT (ROOT) ....................................................................................................... 14

F

IGURE 8 - SELECT DEVICE TO ADD ............................................................................................................................. 14

F

IGURE 9 - SELECT COMMUNICATIONS PORT ............................................................................................................... 15

F

IGURE 10 - SELECT MAXIMUM BAUD RATE ............................................................................................................... 15

F

IGURE 11 - LAUNCH MENU, CONNECT ....................................................................................................................... 16

F

IGURE 12 - CONNECT TO THE CR6 .............................................................................................................................. 16

F

IGURE 13 - SET THE SCAN INTERVAL .......................................................................................................................... 17

F

IGURE 14 - SET ZERO READINGS AND GAUGE FACTORS ............................................................................................. 17

F

IGURE 15 - SET TEMPERATURE ZERO AND THERMAL FACTOR ................................................................................... 18

F

IGURE 16 - UNCOMMENT SPECIFIED LINE .................................................................................................................. 18

F

IGURE 17 - ALIAS NAMES ........................................................................................................................................... 19

F

IGURE 18 - TRANSFER FILE TO DATALOGGER............................................................................................................. 19

F

IGURE 19 - SELECT DLD FILE TYPE ........................................................................................................................... 20

F

IGURE 20 - UNCHECK “RUN NOW” ............................................................................................................................. 20

F

IGURE 21 - SEND THE MAIN CRBASIC PROGRAM FILE ............................................................................................... 21

F

IGURE 22 - LAUNCH MENU, SETUP ............................................................................................................................. 21

F

IGURE 23 - DATA FILES TAB....................................................................................................................................... 22

F

IGURE 24 - LAUNCH MENU, CONNECT ....................................................................................................................... 22

F

IGURE 25 - LIVE MONITORING .................................................................................................................................... 23

F

IGURE 26 - COLLECTING DATA ................................................................................................................................... 23

F

IGURE 27 - 16-CHANNEL SWITCHING BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................. 25

F

IGURE 28 - 32-CHANNEL SWITCHING BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................. 25

F

IGURE 29 - 16 OR 32-CHANNEL SELECTION ................................................................................................................ 26

F

IGURE 30 - GK-403/DATALOGGER SELECTION .......................................................................................................... 26

F

IGURE 31 - 16-CHANNEL MICRO-6000 CHANNEL SELECTION TIMING ..................................................................... 27

F

IGURE 32 - 32-CHANNEL MICRO-6000 CHANNEL SELECTION TIMING ..................................................................... 27

F

IGURE 33 - TERMINAL BOARD LAYOUT ...................................................................................................................... 29

F

IGURE 34 - MODEL 8032-27 JUMPER WIRE ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................. 31

F

IGURE 35 - DAISY-CHAIN CONFIGURATION (DOES NOT APPLY TO MODEL 8600-2) ................................................... 34

F

IGURE 36 - RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM CABLE LENGTH (DOES NOT APPLY TO 8600-2) ............................................. 35

F

IGURE 37 - MODEL 8600-2 WITH CELLULAR MODEM INSTALLED .............................................................................. 37

F

IGURE 38 - ADD COMMUNICATIONS PORT (ROOT) ..................................................................................................... 38

F

IGURE 39 - SELECT “PAKBUSPORT” ........................................................................................................................... 38

F

IGURE 40 - SELECT DEVICE TO ADD ........................................................................................................................... 38

F

IGURE 41 - ENTER INTERNET IP ADDRESS .................................................................................................................. 39

F

TABLES

ABLE 1 - 8600-2 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 7

T

ABLE 2 - TOTAL NUMBER OF ARRAYS AVAILABLE PER MULTIPLEXER ....................................................................... 9

T

ABLE 3 - AMOUNT OF TIME UNTIL DATA OVERWRITE OCCURS WHEN DATA IS STORED EVERY 60 SECONDS ............ 9

T

ABLE 4 - AMOUNT OF TIME UNTIL DATA OVERWRITE OCCURS WHEN DATA IS STORED EVERY 60 MINUTES ............. 9

T

ABLE 5 - AMOUNT OF TIME UNTIL DATA OVERWRITE OCCURS WHEN DATA IS STORED ONCE PER DAY.................... 9

T

ABLE 6 - CR6 WIRING ................................................................................................................................................10

T

ABLE 7 - CHARGER PORT WIRING ..............................................................................................................................10

T

ABLE 8 - UNREGULATED CHARGER WIRING ...............................................................................................................10

T

ABLE 9 - REGULATED CHARGER DEFAULT WIRING ...................................................................................................11

T

ABLE 10 - EXTERNAL POWER CAB LE WIRIN G ............................................................................................................11

T

ABLE 11 - FUSES DESIGNATIONS FOR POWER DISTRIBUTION BOARD .........................................................................11

T

ABLE 12 - 16-CHANNEL MULTIPLEXER/TERMIN AL BOARD WIRING ..........................................................................28

T

ABLE 13 - 32-CHANNEL MULTIPLEXER/TERMIN AL BOARD WIRING ..........................................................................28

T

ABLE 14 - J4 (I/O) CONNECTOR ..................................................................................................................................30

T

ABLE 15 - P1 (I/O) CONNECTOR .................................................................................................................................30

T

ABLE 16 -COMMON CONDUCTOR CHART ...................................................................................................................31

T

ABLE 17 - STANDARD VW LOAD CELL WIR ING WHEN USING 8032-27 .....................................................................31

T

ABLE 18 - MULTIPLEXER SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................33

T

ABLE 19 - DAISY-CHAIN OPERATION/CHANNELS ACCESSED .....................................................................................34

T

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1. OVERVIEW

The MICRO-6000 Datalogger is designed to support the reading of a large number of Geokon
Vibrating Wire Instruments for various unattended data collection applications through the use of
an internal Geokon Model 8032 Multiplexer. Weatherproof packaging allows the unit to be
installed in field environments where inhospitable conditions prevail. The Nema 4X enclosure
also has a provision for locking to limit access to responsible field personnel.

A basic datalogging system consists of the Campbell Scientific CR6 Datalogger and an internal
Model 8032 Multiplexer. Multiplexers expand the system by increments of 16 or 32 channels
depending on the instrument type and configuration (see Appendix F for more information).

2. SOFTWARE

The Micro-6000 Datalogger is operated by a download file that is generated by a software
program. Geokon supplies LoggerNet software (developed by Campbell Scientific, Logan,
Utah). Please refer to the manual supplied with the software for instructions on installing the
software and creating the required download file for Datalogger operation. A basic starter
CRBasic program (STARTPROG) can be provided upon request. LoggerNet 4.3+ is required for
the CR6 Datalogger.

3. HARDWARE

The controller portion of the MICRO-6000 Datalogger consists of a Campbell Scientific CR6
Measurement and Control Datalogger. To gain an understanding on the workings and
capabilities of the CR6 it is necessary to read the Overview section of the CR6 User Manual. The
CR6 User Manual is available in pdf format at:

https://s.campbellsci.com/documents/us/manuals/cr6.pdf

The CR6 Datalogger provides the required excitation and signal processing for the Vibrating
Wire sensors connected to the Datalogger. The CR6 uses Campbell Scientific’s VSpect spectral
analysis to find the resonant frequency of the Geokon Vibrating Wire Gauge. The CR6 is also
used to measure the thermistor used in Geokon’s Vibrating Wire instruments. For complete
specifications of the Vibrating Wire Measurements please refer to the CR6 Datalogger User
Manual.

A provided IP68 rated Regulated AC charger is used to provide the charging voltage for proper
maintenance of the installed lead acid battery. An internal power distribution circuit board
contains fused terminal blocks used to provide a nominal 12 VDC supply for the CR6
Datalogger and accessories. A regulated Solar panel can be used in place of the regulated AC
charger assuming the maximum short circuit current does not exceed six amps.

The Model 8032 Multiplexer expands the number of channels that can be read by the MICRO­6000 Datalogger. The channel switching is accomplished by mechanical relays mounted on the
underside of the circuit board and the transducer connections are accomplished by friction
locking terminals. Power, Reset and Clocking for the Multiplexer are supplied by the MICRO-

6000. The Model 8032 Multiplexer can be configured for 16x4 or 32x2 channels depending on
the application. Please see the Model 8032 Instruction Manual for more information.

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A 12V – 7Ah lead acid battery is used to provide power for the Datalogger. The battery supports
operating power for a limited period of time should the AC or solar power, used to maintain the
battery, be interrupted. Under normal operating conditions and proper maintenance, the life
expectancy of the battery is approximately five years

3.1 Installation

The recommended method of installation involves attaching the various enclosures (MICRO­6000 and Multiplexers) to a fixed structure, such as a wall, in an upright position (Figure 1).
Mounting dimensions shown in inches.

Figure 1 - Typical Micro-6000 Configuration

3.2 Power

After the Datalogger is installed the Geokon Regulated AC Charger or Regulated Solar Panel can
be connected to the three-pin charger port on the Datalogger. The supply voltage to the Micro­6000 will be “Off” by default and the On/Off switch SW1 on the Power Distribution circuit
board should be switched to the “On” position (Figure 2). The Internal Lead Acid battery will
charge in either position. It is recommended that the charger be left plugged in at all times
(Section 4.1). Additionally, a Geokon Unregulated AC Charger or Solar Panel can be used as the
three-pin charger port is also wired to the CR6 built in Charge Regulator.

Figure 2 - Power Distribution Circuit Board

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3.3 Earth Ground

An earth grounding lug is supplied on the exterior of the Micro-6000 enclosure to connect the
system to earth ground (Figure 3). A grounding rod can be driven (or other suitable attachment to
earth utilized) to ground the system and provide a path to earth for protection against a lightning
strike or other transient voltage. A two to two and a half meter (six to eight foot) copper
grounding rod connected to the Dataloggers grounding lug with a large gauge wire (12 AWG or
larger) is recommended. The earth connection should be made as close to the Datalogger as
possible.

3.4 Gauges

Following enclosure installation, Geokon Vibrating Wire sensors can be connected to the
internal Multiplexer. Please refer to the Multiplexer instruction manual for the appropriate
connection description. Addition Start Guides can be provided for other types of gauges or
custom configurations.

3.5 Communications

Standard direct communications with the Datalogger is established by connecting the Micro­6000 USB port (Figure 3) and an available USB port on the computer. A COM-113 USB A-A
Male cable is supplied with every new order. A USB Driver for the CR6 must be installed prior
to communications. The Device Configuration Utility can be found under Utilities on the main
LoggerNet Screen.

Figure 3 - Typical Bottom View MICRO-6000

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4. BATTERY MAINTENANCE

4.1 AC Power

The MICRO-6000 is supplied with an external AC to DC Rain Proof Regulated Smart Charger
for maintaining the charge of the internal battery which provides power to the Datalogger and
peripherals. It is imperative that a regulated charging source remain connected to the Datalogger
as the battery installed in the Datalogger is only provided as a temporary source of power should
the power supply be disconnected or mains power interrupted. Actual run time, solely on battery
power, will vary for each Datalogger system and depends on the hardware configuration and
sensor scan interval. If the battery voltage drops below 9.6 volts operation of the Datalogger will
become erratic as evidenced by communication problems and possible improper measurements.
Additionally, a Geokon unregulated AC charger can be used as the three pin Charger port is also
wired to the CR6 built in Charge Regulator.

4.2 Solar Power

If AC mains power is not available, a properly sized regulated solar panel can be used to provide
power to maintain the charge state of the battery. The size of the solar panel is determined by
geographic location of the Datalogger, hardware configuration, communications interval and the
sensor scan interval. Additionally, a Geokon Unregulated Solar Panel can be used as the three
pin Charger port is also wired to the CR6 built in Charge Regulator.

4.3 External Battery

Additionally, a large external battery, such as a deep cycle marine battery, can be connected to
the Datalogger via the supplied external power cable to provide power to the Datalogger and
peripherals. When using this type of battery, the internal battery should be manually
disconnected from the system to prevent parasitic drain on the external battery.

4.4 Battery Replacement

If the internal Lead Acid Battery has failed it is recommended that the unit be returned to the
factory for service by Geokon personnel. However, with skilled personnel and appropriate tools,
it is possible for the user to replace the battery. Consult the factory for information.

4.5 Fuses

There are two fuses on the internal Power Distribution Board of the MICRO-6000 (Figure 2).
Once removed and with the power switch off, a fuse can be checked visually and with an
ohmmeter. A gap may be evident (with some discoloration) if the fuse needs replacing. This can
be verified by a high resistance measurement (megaohms) with an ohmmeter. If fuse needs
replacing, insert one of the supplied replacement fuses. If there are no replacement fuses
available, consult the factory or they can be purchased from an electrical supply house. The F1
charger fuse is an eight amp SLO-BLO 5x20 mm and the F2 fuse is a four amp SLO-BLO 5x20
mm. Consult Appendix D.6 for fuse assignments.

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

This section will NOT attempt to cover all possible problems that could be encountered in the
course of Datalogger operations. Consult the factory if other problems arise or remain
unresolved.

Symptom: Cannot communicate with the Datalogger:

 The USB Driver for the CR6 has not been installed on the host computer. See LoggerNet

- Utilities - Device Config Utility.

 Verify the CR6 USB Driver has been properly installed.

 The wrong USB communication port is being selected in the LoggerNet Setup Screen

(refer to Device Manager of PC for assigned COM Port). Consult the appropriate software
manual for instructions on changing the communication port.

 The USB communication port on the host computer is defective. Verify the functioning
and configuration of the COM port by using it with another USB device, such as a camera or
cellular phone.

 The Datalogger Load Fuse (F2) on the Power Distribution Board is blown. Consult
Section 4.5 for checking and/or replacement.

Symptom: The system battery voltage and panel temperature read odd numbers:

 The system battery could be low. Charge and check again (see Section 4, Battery
Maintenance).

 A disruptive current loop may be operating as a result of improper grounding or
excessive noise. Consult the factory for more information.

Symptom: The internal battery measurement does not increase when charging:

 The AC Regulated Charger may be damaged. Check the output pins of the adaptor with a
voltmeter.

 The Charger fuse (F1) of the Power Distribution Board is blown. Consult Section 4.5 for
checking and/or replacement.

 The internal battery is no good. Consult the factory.

 The Regulated Solar Panel may be damaged, obstructed or have poor sun exposure.

Check the output pins of the adaptor with a voltmeter. Verify Solar Panel is not obstructed.

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Symptom: The Datalogger will not operate on external power:

 The external voltage supply is below operating limits. If the external source is a battery,
charge it. If it is a power supply, check the output with a voltmeter.

 Verify both Load and Charger Fuses on Power Distribution Board (Refer to Section 4.5).

Symptom: Loss of Micro-6000 program and/or data:

 The system has experienced a voltage dropout or surge which disrupted operations.

 The surge originated as a result of lightning. Install appropriate grounding. Install

lightning protection devices on all incoming and outgoing lines (consult factory).

 Verify .CR6 Program is running on the Datalogger (See Appendix E).

Symptom: Sensor readings show “NAN” or are unstable:

 The wrong sensor type has been connected. Check the model number of the sensor
against the requested sensor list.

 The cable(s) to the sensor(s) have been damaged permitting moisture and debris to enter
the jacket. Wires may be shorted together. Inspect the cable and perform Ohm test to check for
short circuits.

 If all sensors on a particular Multiplexer are erratic or returning “NAN” perhaps the
Multiplexer or cable has been damaged. Inspect the cable. Try another cable to verify proper
functioning.

 The sensor(s) have been damaged. For example, overrange on a vibrating wire sensor can
cause erratic readings.

 There is an electrical noise source nearby. Move the sensor, cables, and Datalogger away
from the noise source. Install grounding devices. Consult the factory.

Analog Inputs

12 single-ended or 6 differential with ±5000
mV, ±1000 mV, ±200 mV ranges 24 bit ADC

Analog Outputs

±2.5 V or ±2.5 mA ranges 12 bit DAC

Accuracy

±(0.04% of reading + 2 microvolts), 0-40 °C

Resolution

50 mV (±200 mV range, differential
measurement, input reversal, 5 Hz fN1)

Static Frequency-Analyzed Vibrating Wire

12 V p-p 100-6000 Hz (Spectral analysis
technique)

Accuracy

±0.013% of reading

Resolution

0.001 Hz RMS

Thermistor Accuracy

±0.25% of reading

Temperature Range

-40 to +80 °C

Battery

12 V, 7 Ah Gel Cell

LxWxH

502 x 461 x 263 mm

APPENDIX A. SPECIFICATIONS

A.1 Model 8600-2 Datalogger

Table 1 - 8600-2 Specifications

A.2 CR6 Measurement and Control Module

Please refer to Campbell Scientifics Specification for the CR6 Datalogger

https://s.campbellsci.com/documents/us/product-brochures/s_cr6.pdf

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A.3 Model 8032 Multiplexer

Please refer to the Geokon Model 8032 Multiplexer Manual.

http://www.geokon.com/content/manuals/8032_Terminal_Board_and_Multiplexer.pdf

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APPENDIX B. SHIP LIST

B.1 Hardware

The following equipment is included with the system:

• External Power cable

• USB A Type Male to Male 1M

• Small regular screwdriver

• Three spare Slo-Blo fuses, four and eight amp

• AC Smart Regulated Charger Rain Proof

The following manuals are included:

• MICRO-6000 Instruction Manual

• Campbell Scientific Resource disk

• 8032 Multiplexer Instruction Manual (if Multiplexers provided)

Optional accessories:

• Cellular Phone Modem Install Kit with Start Guide (Modem Provided by Customer)

• Micro-SD memory Card

• Ethernet Bulkhead for communications

• Regulated Solar Panel with mounting hardware

• RF Modem with manuals (wireless Datalogger communication)

• Datalogger Starter CRBasic Program

• Custom CRBasic Programming

• WIFI Communications Modem

• RF Whip or High Gain Antennas with mounting hardware

Consult the factory for additional information on any of the optional accessories.

Total Arrays

1 Multiplexer Array Storage:

49,6652

Total

Arrays

1 Multiplexer Overwrite Time:

496,652

8,277

344

496,652

Total

Arrays

1 Multiplexer Overwrite Time:

496,652

20,693

56.6

496,652

Total

Arrays

1 Multiplexer Overwrite Time:

571,200

496,652

1,359.7

496,652

APPENDIX C. DATA STORAGE

C.1 Data Storage

Total Arrays of Data that can be stored per 16-channel Multiplexer. Each array contains all Data
stored at each read interval. The 8600-2 has a single internal Multiplexer.

Table 2 - Total Number of Arrays Available per Multiplexer

C.2 Data Storage Example

C.2.1 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once a Minute

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Table 3 - Amount of Time Until Data Overwrite Occurs when Data is Stored Every 60 Seconds

Minutes Hours Days

C.2.2 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once an Hour

Table 4 - Amount of Time Until Data Overwrite Occurs when Data is Stored Every 60 minutes

Hours Days Years

C.2.3 Overwrite Times when Data is Stored Once a Day

Table 5 - Amount of Time Until Data Overwrite Occurs when Data is Stored Once per Day

Hours Days Years

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Internal

Ribbon Cable

CR6

Cable

U1

Brown

NC

Vibrating Wire +

U2

Red

NC

Vibrating Wire -

U3

Orange

NC

Thermistor +

U4

Yellow

NC

Thermistor -

U5

Gray

NC

MUX Enable 1

C4

White

NC

MUX Clock

G

Violet

NC

Ground

Analog
Ground

CR6
12 VDC

CR6
Power Ground

Pin

Description

Wire Color

A

Unregulated Charger

Gray

B

Ground

Blue

C

Regulated Charger / External

Battery

Violet

Pin

Description

Wire Color

A

Unregulated Charger

Red (Black Smooth)

B

Ground

Black (Black Rough)

C

No Contact

NC

APPENDIX D. SYSTEM WIRING

D.1 CR6 Wiring

CR6
Connections

MUX 1 Interface

Power

Description

12V Blue NC MUX 12 VDC

AG Black and Green NC

PWR IN 12V NC Red

PWR IN G NC Black

Table 6 - CR6 Wiring

NOTE: Ports U1 and U2 are used for Vibrating Wire when the 8600-2 is configured for 32 ea

Vibrating Wire Gauges. U3 and U4 are used when the 8600-2 is configured for 32 ea
Thermistors.

D.2 Charger Port Wiring

D.3 Unregulated Charger Wiring

Table 7 - Charger Port Wiring

Table 8 - Unregulated Charger Wiring

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Pin

Description

Wire Color

A

No Contact

NC B Ground

Black(Black Rough)

C

Regulated Charger/External Battery

Red(Black Smooth)

Pin

Description

Wire Color

Clip

A

No Connection

NC

No Connection

B

Ground

Black

Black

C

Battery+(12VDC)

Red

Red

Fuse

Description

F1

Eight Amp Charger/External Battery

F2

Four Amp Battery/Load

D.4 Regulated Charger (Default)

Table 9 - Regulated Charger Default Wiring

D.5 External Power Cable

Table 10 - External Power Cable Wiring

NOTE: Disconnecting the Internal Battery is recommended when powered by External Battery.

D.6 Fuse Designations for Power Distribution Board

Table 11 - Fuses Designations for Power Distribution Board

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APPENDIX E. LOGGERNET QUICK START GUIDE

E.1 Overview

Campbell Scientific’s LoggerNet Software is used to communicate with the Datalogger, program
user specific settings and collect Data stored in the Datalogger memory. LoggerNet is designed
to be used with Geokon Micro-6000 Dataloggers reading Vibrating Wire and MEMS tilt sensors;
other configurations and sensor outputs are available upon request. Upon request Geokon
provides the user with a generic Start Program to simplify acquiring Data without the need to be
proficient in Campbell Scientific CRBasic programming code. The Start Program(s) will be
preconfigured with a default Scan Interval and will store Raw Units by default. Each Start
Program will have two associated files on the factory supplied USB flash drive. The first is the
Main CRBasic program (.CR6) and includes all programming code required to read and store
Data according to the Datalogger configuration. The Main CRBasic program does not require
modification by the user in most cases. The second file is the Include (.DLD) text file and is used
by the Main program to import user specific parameters. The Include file allows program
parameters such as the Scan Interval, Zero Readings, Linear Gauge Factors, Data File Header
Labels and Temperature Correction factors to be modified by the user.

E.2 Getting Started

E.2.1 Program Files

After installing LoggerNet (must be Version 4.3 +), the CRBasic program files are
located on the Geokon USB Thumb Drive. The file types are “.DLD” and “.CR6”, these
files should first be copied to the end users computer in C:\Campbellsci\CRBasicEditor.

E.2.2 Connection Setup

The Launch Menu provides a list of all the categories on the LoggerNet toolbar. Hovering
over a category will display a list of applications related to that category.

Prior to the first time any computer connects to a Micro-6000/CR6 Datalogger via
USB the USB drivers must be installed. Device Config must be Version 2.10 +

With the Launch Menu open, hover over “Utilities” and press “Device Config Utility”
from the resulting list of applications.

Figure 4 - Launch Menu, Device Config Utility

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In Device Type, Select “CR6” from the datalogger group. Within the CR6 pane use the
“install the USB driver” hyperlink to install the USB drivers. Follow the steps in the
Device Driver Installation Wizard.

Figure 5 - Install Device Driver

With the Launch Menu open, hover over “Main” and press “Setup” from the resulting list
of applications.

Figure 6 - Launch Menu, Setup

By default, the EZ View of the Setup Screen is displayed. To change the viewing method,
press the “Std View” icon at the top right of the Setup Screen. This Quick Start will show
the “Std View” of the Setup Screen.

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To add a communication port, press “Add Root” button.

Figure 7 - Add Communications Port (Root)

Each Micro-6000 Datalogger will communicate via USB. Select connection type
“ComPort”, “PakBusPort (Other Loggers)”, “CR6Series and press “Close”.

Select “ComPort” under the “Network Map”, select the communications port to connect
to the Datalogger in “ComPort Connection”.

CONDITIONAL NOTE: IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO PRESS “COMMUNICATIONS ENABLED” TO

OPEN THE

COMMUNICATIONS PORT.

Figure 8 - Select Device to Add

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Figure 9 - Select Communications Port

COM NUMBERS VARY WITH COMPUTER, USB DEVICES AND SERIAL ADAPTERS.
REFER TO THE COMPUTER DEVICE MANAGER IF UNSURE OF WHICH COM NUMBER

TO USE

.

Select “PakBusPort” under the “Network Map”, in “Maximum Baud Rate” for direct
connection to the Datalogger select “115200”.

WHEN FINISHED, PRESS THE “APPLY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM LEFT OF THE SETUP
SCREEN TO SAVE ALL SETTINGS.

Figure 10 - Select Maximum Baud Rate

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E.2.3 Connecting to the Datalogger

With the LoggerNet Launch Menu open, hover over “Main” and press “Connect”.

Figure 11 - Launch Menu, Connect

Select the Datalogger to communicate with under “Stations” and press the “Connect”
button.

Figure 12 - Connect to the CR6

E.3 Modifying the Datalogger Program

Navigate to the Include (.DLD) file on the end user’s computer C:\Campbellsci\CRBasicEditor.
Optional changes to Scan Interval, Zero Readings, Gauge Factors and Alias names can be made
by opening the Include (.DLD) file with Notepad. Each Datalogger configuration has a unique
Include (.DLD) file.

WARNING: ONLY CHANGE VALUES AFTER THE “=” SIGN.

E.3.1 Scan Interval

The number entered in the Scan Interval section determines how often the Datalogger will
read the gauges and store data. The Scan Interval is in seconds.

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Figure 13 - Set the Scan Interval

E.3.2 Zero Readings and Gauge Factors

Default values for Zero Readings are 0 and Linear Gauge Factors are 1. The default
settings read in Digits for Vibrating Wire sensors and Volts for MEMS tilt sensors. Zero
Readings and Gauge Factors can be added if the user requires the Datalogger to store
engineering units.

Figure 14 - Set Zero Readings and Gauge Factors

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E.3.3 Temperature Zero Readings and Thermal Factors

NOTE: TEMPERATURE ZERO AND THERMAL FACTORS ARE USED FOR TEMPERATURE

CORRECTION

A GAUGE

VARIES ON DIFFERENT MODELS OF GAUGES AND TEMPERATURE CORRECTION IS OFTEN NOT

REQUIRED

AVAILABLE

. TEMPERATURE CORRECTION CAN BE USED TO COMPENSATE FOR CHANGES IN

’S READINGS DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGE. TEMPERATURE EFFECT ON READINGS

. DEPENDING ON THE GAUGE MODEL, TEMPERATURE CORRECTION MAY NOT BE

; SOME GAUGE MODELS REQUIRE A DIFFERENT FORMULA TO COMPENSATE.

TEMPERATURE CORRECTION IS COMMENTED OUT IN THE MAIN PROGRAM FILE BY DEFAULT.

Default values for Temperature Zero Readings and Thermal Factors are 0. Temperature
Zero Readings and Thermal Factors can be added if the user requires the Datalogger to
use temperature compensation.

Figure 15 - Set Temperature Zero and Thermal Factor

Navigate to the Main (.CR6) file C:\Campbellsci\CRBasicEditor. Open the Main (.CR6)
file with notepad and uncomment the line specified in the code for all model gauges that
temperature correction is required.

E.3.4 Output Labels

Default Alias names correspond with the Direct or Multiplexer channel of each gauge and
are displayed in the Header of the Data file. Alias names can be modified by the user.

WARNINGS: ALIAS NAMES CANNOT BE MORE THAN 35 CHARACTERS LONG AND

MUST ONLY CONTAIN ALPHANUMERIC VALUES AND UNDERSCORES

SYMBOLS

). ALIAS NAMES MUST BEGIN WITH AN ALPHA CHARACTER

Figure 16 - Uncomment Specified Line

(NO SPACES OR

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Figure 17 - Alias Names

SAVE THE INCLUDE FILE IF MODIFIED.

E.4 Uploading Files

The Include.DLD file must be saved when modified. After modification, the Include.DLD must
be sent to the Datalogger using the File Control Menu in the LoggerNet Connect Screen. The
Main (.CR6) program file must be sent to the Datalogger each time the Include.DLD file is
updated.

E.4.1 Sending the Include file (.DLD)

From the “Connect Screen” press “File Control” and press “Send” to transfer the Include
(.DLD) file to the Datalogger.

NOTE: EACH DATALOGGER HAS A UNIQUE INCLUDE (.DLD) AND MAIN (.CR6) FILE

Figure 18 - Transfer File to Datalogger

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Select DLD file type to make the Include (.DLD) file visible in
C:\Campbellsci\CRBasicEditor.

Uncheck “Run Now”, the Include (.DLD) file cannot run the Datalogger.

Figure 19 - Select DLD File Type

Figure 20 - Uncheck “Run Now”

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E.4.2 Sending the Main program file (.CR6)

To send the Main (.CR6) CRBasic Program from the “Connect Screen” press “Send” and
select the Main (.CR6) program file in C:\Campbellsci\CRBasicEditor.

NOTE: EACH DATALOGGER HAS A UNIQUE INCLUDE (.DLD) AND MAIN (.CR6) FILE

Figure 21 - Send the Main CRBasic Program File

When sending the Main (.CR6) program file through the “Connect Screen” the program runs
automatically.

E.5 Data Handling

E.5.1 Data Collection Configuration

With the Launch Menu open, hover over “Main” and press “Setup” from the resulting list
of applications.

Figure 22 - Launch Menu, Setup

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Select the Datalogger “CR6Series”, “Data Files” tab then select “Table1”. Dataloggers
can be renamed by pressing “Rename” button. Renaming the Datalogger affects the name
of the Data file. “Output File Name” option allows changing the file name, where to
collect and store the Data file. “File Output Option” determines whether new Data
collected is appended into one file, overwrites old Data, or creates a new file every time
Data is collected.

COLLECTED DATA TABLES ARE SIGNIFIED WITH A GREEN CHECK MARK.

Figure 23 - Data Files Tab

WHEN FINISHED, PRESS THE “APPLY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM LEFT OF THE SETUP
SCREEN TO SAVE ALL SETTINGS.

E.5.2 Live Monitoring

With the LoggerNet Launch Menu open, hover over “Main” and press “Connect”.

Figure 24 - Launch Menu, Connect

Once the program is running, most current readings can be viewed under “Table1” of the
“Table Monitor” and “Num Display”. “Graphs” can also be used to view live and
historical Data.

CONDITIONAL NOTE: IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO START MONITORING BY PRESSING “START”.

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If unexpected “NAN” readings appear, refer to Section 5 (Troubleshooting).

Figure 25 - Live Monitoring

E.5.3 Collecting Data

Pressing “Collect Now” collects and stores Data on the computer. After collecting Data a
“Data Collection Results” screen will open.

Figure 26 - Collecting Data

PLEASE SEE LOGGERNET MANUAL FOR MORE SPECIFIC DETAILS REGARDING USE OF THE

SOFTWARE

.

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APPENDIX F. EXCERPTS FROM THE 8032 MULTIPLEXER MANUAL

The following Appendix includes excerpts from the Model 8032 Multiplexer manual that apply
to the Micro-6000. A complete version of the Model 8032 Multiplexer Manual can be found at

WWW.GEOKON.COM.

F.1 Theory of Operation

The Model 8032 Multiplexer expands the number of channels that can be read by the MICRO­6000 Datalogger. Channel switching is accomplished by mechanical relays mounted on the
underside of the circuit board and the transducer connections are accomplished by friction
locking spring-loaded terminals mounted on the top side of the circuit board.

To protect against lightning or EMI/RFI induced transients, each channel is protected by an
integrated lightning protection system, incorporating 230V tripolar plasma surge arrestors, 150V
bipolar plasma surge arrestors, 10uH inductors and 16V transient voltage protection diodes. See
Appendix A for complete specifications on these components.

The multiplexer is powered by a nominal 12 VDC supply. Two control lines (RESET and
CLOCK) determine how channel selection is accomplished. Two schemes are supported - one
when connected to the GK-403 Vibrating Wire Readout Box and the other when connected to
Micro-6000 Datalogger.

Two switching configurations are supported, 16-channels of four conductors (Figure 27) or 32­channels of two conductors (Figure 28). The 16-channel, four wire switching configuration is
typically used to multiplex four wire sensors such as resistance strain gauge load cells. It is also
used to switch connections for instruments which have more than one sensor integral to them,
such as vibrating wire pressure transducers with an integral thermistor for measuring
temperature. The 32-channel two wire switching configuration is typically used to multiplex two
wire sensors such as a vibrating wire pressure transducers, thermistors or thermocouples.

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Relay

Control

Microcontroller

12V

GROUND

RESET

CLOCK

U1

U2

CR6
Sensor #1

12V

GROUND

RESET

CLOCK

Multiplexer/Terminal Board

AG

Sensor

Shield

U3

U4

Sensor #16

Sensor

Shield

1H

2H

1L

2L

S1

31H

32H

32L

31L

S16

Relay

Control

Microcontroller

12V

GROUND

RESET

CLOCK

U1

U2

CR6

Sensor #1

Sensor #32

12V

GROUND

RESET

CLOCK

Multiplexer/Terminal Bo

AG

Sensor

Shield

Sensor

Shield

1H

1L S1

32H

32L

S16

Figure 27 - 16-Channel Switching Block Diagram

Figure 28 - 32-Channel Switching Block Diagram

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ON

OFF

SW1

1 2 3

4

GK-403

DATALOGGER

SW2

For the 8032C, these configurations are set by a Dipswitch on the top side of the circuit board. A
second Dipswitch selects whether the 8032C is being used with a Datalogger or GK-403 Readout
Box.

Position one the DIP switch SW1 is used for switching between 16 and 32-channel operation.
Switch 1 ON = 32-channel; Switch 1 OFF = 16-channel. In Figure 29, 32-channel mode is
chosen:

Figure 29 - 16 or 32-Channel Selection

The DIP switch SW2 is used for switching between a GK-403 or Datalogger application.
“DATALOGGER” is the default SW2 position, as shown in Figure 30.

Figure 30 - GK-403/Datalogger Selection

F.2 MICRO-6000 Mode of Operation

The MICRO-6000 (which utilizes a CR6 controller, manufactured by Campbell Scientific, Inc.
of Logan, Utah) mode of operation uses two control lines to operate the multiplexer. The RESET
line enables the multiplexer and activates the Micro-6000 mode of clocking. Pulses received on
the CLOCK line sequentially increment the channels while the RESET line is held high. See the
timing diagram below.

The CLOCK line sequentially advances the channels beginning with channel 1. Note the timing
diagrams below for 16 and 32-channel switching, respectively.

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Reset

Clock

Channel 1

T1

T2 T3

No Channel

Selected

No Channel

Selected

Channel 16

Pulse 1

Pulse 2

Pulse 31

Timing:

T2 = 2

mSsec(min)

T3 = 2 mSsec(min)

T1 = 50

mSec(min.)

Selected

Selected

Pulse 32

Reset

Clock

Channel 1

Channel 2

T1

T2

T3

No Channel

Selected

No Channel

Selected

Channel 32

Pulse 1

Pulse 2

Pulse 32

Selected

Selected

Selected

Timing:

T2 = 2 mSec (min)

T3 = 2 mSec (min)

T1 = 50 mSec (min)

Figure 31 - 16-Channel MICRO-6000 Channel Selection Timing

Figure 32 - 32-Channel MICRO-6000 Channel Selection Timing

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Terminal

Board

Vibrating Wire

with Thermistor

Resistance Strain

Gauge Bridge

Linear Potentiometer

(with Remote Sense)

1H

VW Sensor #1

S+ from Bridge #1

Excitation Pot #1

1L

VW Sensor #1

S- from Bridge #1

Wiper Output Pot #1

2H

Thermistor #1

P+ to Bridge #1

Remote Sense Pot #1

2L

Thermistor #1

P- to Bridge #1

Ground Pot #1

S1

Shield Drain Wire

from Sensor #1

Shield Drain Wire

from Bridge #1

Shield Drain Wire

from Pot #1

3H

VW Sensor #2

S+ from Bridge #2

Excitation Pot #2

3L

VW Sensor #2

S- from Bridge #2

Wiper Output Pot #2

4H

Thermistor #2

P+ to Bridge #2

Remote Sense Pot #2

4L

Thermistor #2

P- to Bridge #2

Ground Pot #2

S2

Shield Drain Wire

from Sensor #2

Shield Drain Wire

from Bridge #2

Shield Drain Wire

from Pot #2

• • •

•

• • •

• • • • •

31H

VW Sensor #16

S+ from Bridge #16

Excitation Pot #16

31L

VW Sensor #16

S- from Bridge #16

Wiper Output Pot #16

32H

Thermistor #16

P+ to Bridge #16

Remote Sense Pot #16

32L

Thermistor #16

P- to Bridge #16

Ground Pot #16

S16

Shield Drain Wire

from Sensor #16

Shield Drain Wire

from Bridge #16

Shield Drain Wire

from Pot #16

Terminal

Board

Vibrating Wire

Thermistor

Thermocouple

1H

VW Sensor #1

Thermistor #1

Thermocouple #1

1L

VW Sensor #1

Thermistor #1

Thermocouple #1

2H

VW Sensor #2

Thermistor #2

Thermocouple #2

2L

VW Sensor #2

Thermistor #2

Thermocouple #2

S1

Shield Drain Wires

from Sensors 1 and 2

Shield Drain Wires

from Thermistors 1 and 2

3H

VW Sensor #3

Thermistor #3

Thermocouple #3

3L

VW Sensor #3

Thermistor #3

Thermocouple #3

4H

VW Sensor #4

Thermistor #4

Thermocouple #4

4L

VW Sensor #4

Thermistor #4

Thermocouple #4

S2

Shield Drain Wires

from Sensors 3 and 4

Shield Drain Wires

from Thermistors 3 and 4

•

• • • • • • •

•

• • •

31H

VW Sensor #31

Thermistor #31

Thermocouple #31

31L

VW Sensor #31

Thermistor #31

Thermocouple #31

32H

VW Sensor #32

Thermistor #32

Thermocouple #32

32L

VW Sensor #32

Thermistor #32

Thermocouple #32

S16

Shield Drain Wires

from Sensors 31 and 32

Shield Drain Wires

from Thermistors 31 and 32

F.3 Wiring

F.3.1 Gauge Wiring

Actual gauge connections to the terminal board will vary depending on the instrument
type and cable used. Note the following tables to get the general idea.

Table 12 - 16-Channel Multiplexer/Terminal Board Wiring

Table 13 - 32-Channel Multiplexer/Terminal Board Wiring

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J1

J2

1H

1L

2H

2L

S1
3H

3L

4H

4L

S2
5H

5L

6H

6L

S3
7H

7L

8H

8L

S4

9H

9L

10H

10L

S5
11H

11L

12H

12L

S6
13H

13L

14H

14L

S7
15H

15L

16H

16L

S8

17H

17L

18H

18L

S9
19H

19L

20H

20L

S10
21H

21L

22H

22L

S11
23H

23L

24H

24L

S12

25H

25L

26H

26L

S13

27H

27L

28H

28L

S14
29H

29L

30H

30L

S15
31H

31L

32H

32L

S16

EARTH

J4

T1/2

T3/4

T5/6

T7/8

T9/10

T11/12

T13/14

T15/16

T17/18

T19/20

T21/22

T23/24

T25/26

T27/28

T29/30

T31/32

SHLD

SHLD

C1H

C1L

C2H

C2L

SHLD

+12V

GND

RESET

CLOCK

SHLD

P1

GK-403

DATALOGGER

SW2

SW1

ON

OFF

Figure 33 depicts the terminal board to which gauge connections are made. If the
terminal board is equipped with manual switches, connectors J1 and J2 will have ribbon
cables that are connected to the switch boards.

Terminal Blocks T1/2 to T31/32 are for the gauge connections.

Figure 33 - Terminal Board Layout

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Inside

Color

10 Pin

Bendix

8032-5 (TAN) Cable

Wire Color

1

Brown A COM HI 1

White

2

Red B COM LO 1

White's Black

3

Orange

C

COM HI 2 ( 16-channel)

Red

4

Yellow

D

COM LO 2 ( 16-channel)

Red's Black

Shield Drain Wires – all pairs plus

overall

6

Blue F +12 Volt Power

Yellow

7

Purple G Power Ground

Yellow's Black

RESET (DATALOGGER)

SENSE (GK-403)

9

White J CLOCK

Green's Black

10 E

No Connection

Blue and Blue’s Black (unused)

P1 Terminal

Label

Description

1,2

SHLD

SHIELD

3,4

SHLD

SHIELD

5,6

C1H

COM HI 1

7,8

C1L

COM LO 1

9,10

C2H

COM HI 2 ( 16-channel)

11,12

C2L

COM LO 2 ( 16-channel)

13,14

SHLD

SHIELD

15,16

+12V

+12 Volt Power

17,18

GND

Power Ground

19,20

RESET

RESET

21,22

CLOCK

CLOCK

23,24

SHLD

SHIELD

F.3.2 Connector and Cable Wiring

J4

Description

5 Green K Analog Ground

8 Grey H

Table 14 - J4 (I/O) Connector

Green

Note: P1 is a “stacking” type connector. Odd number terminals are read left to right on the
bottom row. Even numbered terminals are read left to right on the top row.

Table 15 - P1 (I/O) Connector

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10 pin Bendix

PT06A-12-10P

Function

3 Gauge VW Load

Cell, Purple Cable

4 Gauge VW Load

Cell, Purple Cable

6 Gauge VW Load

Cell, Orange Cable

* White's black and Green wires are switched on Geokon 3 gauge VW load cells prior to serial number 3313.

Multiplexer

Board

Vibrating Wire

with Thermistor

1H

VW Sensor #1

1L

8032-27

2H

Thermistor

2L

Thermistor

S1

Shield Drain Wire

3H

VW Sensor #2

3L

8032-27

4H - 4L - S2 - 5H

VW Sensor #3

5L

8032-27

6H - 6L - S3

-

•

•

•

•

•

•

11H

VW Sensor #6

11L

8032-7

12H

-

12L - S6

-

F.3.3 Model 8032-27 and Load Cell Wiring

Connect the “common” VW- conductor from the load cell to the 8032-27 by lifting up on
the orange tab located on the opposite side of the six black conductors, inserting the
common conductor fully into the 8032-27 (Figure 34), and then pushing down on the
orange tab until it snaps into place. Refer to Table 16 to identify which conductor carries
the common VW- signal.

Figure 34 - Model 8032-27 Jumper Wire Assembly

H Common White's Black* Green Blue

Table 16 -Common Conductor Chart

Table 17 details the connections between the load cell and 8032-27 with the multiplexer
board.

Table 17 - Standard VW Load Cell Wiring When Using 8032-27

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GENERAL:

Power Requirements

10-16 VDC (unregulated)

Quiescent Current

80 µA (16CH mode)
130µA (32CH mode)

Quiescent Current (GK-403 mode)

12 mA

Channel Activated Current

30 mA

Control Line Input Impedance

100 kΩ (CLOCK), 100 kΩ (RESET)

Control Line Input Levels

TTL or RS-232 (±9 VDC)

Transient Protection

16 VDC Transzorbs

Operating Temperature

−40 to +60° C

RELAYS:

Type

NAIS TXS2SA-4.5V DPDT non-latching

Power

11.1 mA @ 5VDC (55.5 mW)

Contact Type

Gold clad silver alloy

On Resistance

100 mΩ

Coil Resistance

405 Ω

Maximum Switching Power

30W (resistive)

Maximum Switching Voltage

110 VDC

Maximum Switching Current

1 A

Operate Time

≈5 msec Max.

F.4 Troubleshooting

Below are some commonly experienced problems along with possible remedial action. Contact
the factory if any problem remains unresolved or additional help is required.

Symptom: A particular channel on the multiplexer appears to be malfunctioning:

 Check sensor connections on the terminal board. Clean if corrosion exists.

 Try moving the sensor wired to the suspect channel to another channel to verify the

malfunctioning of the channel (as opposed to the sensor).

Symptom: No channels are working:

 Inspect circuit board for shorts, opens, or other damage.

 Is moisture present on circuit board? If so, install desiccant to absorb.

Symptom: Channel selection appears to be random:

 Has corrosion built up on the circuit board? Clean if necessary.

 Is there a source of electrical noise nearby? Move multiplexer or noise source if possible.

F.5 8032 Multiplexer Specifications

(MICRO-800/MICRO-1000 mode)

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Release Time

≈5 msec

Switching Life

Mechanical: 5 x 107 operations
Electrical @ 30W: 2 x 105 operations

Ambient Temperature

−40 to +70°C

TRIPOLAR PLASMA SURGE ARRESTOR:

Nominal DC Breakdown Voltage

230V

Surge Life

100 (10/1000 ms pulse @ 200 A)

Maximum Surge Current

5 kA per side (8/20 µs pulse)

Insulation Resistance

109 Ω

Operating Temperature

−65 to +125° C

BIPOLAR PLASMA SURGE ARRESTOR:

Nominal DC Breakdown Voltage

150V

Maximum Surge Current

1 kA (8/20 µs pulse)

Insulation Resistance

1010 Ω

Operating Temperature

−65 to +125° C

INDUCTOR:

Rated Current

4A

Inductance

10µH (±20%)

D.C.R.

25mΩ MAX (at 20°C)

TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SUPPRESSOR (TRANSORB)

Rated Power

1500W

Peak forward Surge Current

200A

Reverse Standoff Voltage

16.0V

TRANSDUCER CONNECTION MAXIMUM OPERATING VOLTAGE LEVELS:

Common-mode Voltage/Earth Ground

16V(max)

Differential-mode Voltage (Channel # ‘H’ –
Channel # ‘L’)

16V(max)
RESET AND CLOCK MAXIMUM OPERATING VOLTAGE LEVELS:

Single-ended Control Voltage/System Ground

16V(max)

Table 18 - Multiplexer Specifications

F.6 Daisy-Chain Operation

Up to eight 8032’s can be “daisy-chained” together using a common RESET and CLOCK
control line. This may be advantageous in situations where either there are not enough control
ports available on the Micro-6000 Datalogger for the number of multiplexers desired, or to
reduce the number of cables required to implement a large multi-channel system.

SW1 located on the Terminal Block side of the circuit board determines the address of each
multiplexer and the corresponding signal channels. As many as 256 two-conductor channels or
128 four-conductor channels can be accessed per RESET line.

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SW1 Setting

Channels Accessed

2 3 4

OFF

OFF

OFF

1-32 (32-channel mode), 1-16 (16-channel mode) DEFAULT MUX1

OFF

OFF

ON

33-64 (32-channel mode), 17-32 (16-channel mode) MUX2

OFF

ON

OFF

65-96 (32-channel mode), 33-48 (16-channel mode) MUX3

OFF

ON

ON

97-128 (32-channel mode), 49-64 (16-channel mode) MUX4

ON

OFF

OFF

129-160 (32-channel mode), 65-80 (16-channel mode) MUX5

ON

OFF

ON

161-192 (32-channel mode), 81-96 (16-channel mode) MUX6

ON

ON

OFF

193-224 (32-channel mode), 97-112 (16-channel mode) MUX7

ON

ON

ON

225-256 (32-channel mode), 113-128 (16-channel mode) MUX8

Reset

Clock

Micro-6000 Datalogger

U5

C4

Multiplexer #1

MUX1

Reset

Clock

Reset

Reset

Clock

Clock

Multiplexer #2

Multiplexer #3

H

J H H J J

VW Gages 1-32

VW Gages 65-96

VW Gages 33-64
H J H

J

IN

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

SW1 SETTING:

OFF OFF OFF

SW1 SETTING:

OFF OFF ON

SW1 SETTING:

OFF ON OFF

Table 19 - Daisy-Chain Operation/Channels Accessed

Figure 35 is a schematic representations of the daisy-chain configuration with multiplexers
configured for 32-channels. It shows three multiplexers sharing the same control ports, and a
single cable is used to interconnect them.

2 3 4

MUX2

2 3 4

MUX3

2 3 4

Figure 35 - Daisy-Chain Configuration (Does not apply to Model 8600-2)

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F.7 Maximum 8032-5 (Tan Cable) Cable Lengths

The 8032 Multiplexer is a low power device, that when combined with a 6000 Datalogger can be
physically located at a considerable distance from that Datalogger.

Still, there are limits to the maximum distance – mostly due to the voltage dropped by the 8032-5
MUX cable over its length. Factors such as ambient temperature, number of 8032 Multiplexers
(Daisy-Chain configuration) and system battery voltage need to be considered in determining the
maximum 8032-5 cable length.

For a single 8032 Multiplexer under normal operating conditions (System Battery = 12V,
ambient temperature = 20 °C), the maximum recommended cable length from the Datalogger to
the 8032 Multiplexer is 4588 feet (≈1400m). Figure 36 displays the maximum recommended
cable length for various Datalogger, Battery Voltage and ambient Temperature combinations.

Feet

Figure 36 - Recommended Maximum Cable Length (Does not apply to 8600-2)

12V @ 20C

9.6V @ 20C

12V @ 50C

9.6V @ 50C

# of 8032 MUX's

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APPENDIX G. CELLULAR MODEM COMMUNICATIONS

G.1 Supply

As there are many providers, and options, available with respect to the choice of cellular
modems, Geokon requires that the customer choose his/her modem, and provider of choice (or to
add another modem to an existing account).

For customers with little or no experience sourcing cellular modems, Geokon suggests one of the
following models, available from Sierra Wireless Intelligent Gateways:
(A list of modem distributors can be found on the Sierra Wireless homepage:

http://www.sierrawireless.com)

RV50: The RV50 modem is the lowest power Modem available from Sierra Wireless and is
compatible with CDMA, GSM and International Networks according to SIM card supplied by
user. This modem is recommended in Solar Applications.

Raven XT: The Raven XT modem is available for Verizon Wireless only.

LS300: The LS300 modem can be used with AT&T when Verizon service is unavailable.

FX400: The FX400 series modems are preferred for International applications.

In most static applications, a 250 MB data plan will be sufficient to program the Datalogger,
communicate regularly and collect the Text based data files. An Unrestricted Static IP address is
recommended for most applications. When required, a Dynamic IP address can be used with a
free IP Manager Service such as provided by Sierra Wireless (Airlink).

For standard, transparent RS-232 Communications, a template must be loaded after the modem
is provisioned. The Modem supplier will load this template for you.

Verizon Raven XT: http://www.geokon.com/content/software/Raven_XT_Verizon_CSI.zip
AT&T LS300: http://www.geokon.com/content/software/LS300G_ATT_CSI.zip

RV50: Please contact Geokon Directly depending on Network

For customers with little or no experience configuring cellular modems, Geokon suggests
contacting one of the following companies, who can provide and provision modems for use in
North America:

Access Wireless Data Solutions

http://www.accesswds.com
[e-mail]

[phone]

Industrial Networking Solutions

http://www.industrialnetworking.com

[phone]

If there are any doubts, concerns, or questions with respect to any of the above, please contact
Geokon. Any communication and or programming issues related to the operation of your
Datalogger will be fully supported by Geokon.

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G.2 Install

Cellular modem install kits can be provided upon request. These install kits can accommodate
most cellular modems and whip or high gain antenna options. A mounting bracket, antenna
bulkhead / cable and RS-232 null modem adapter are preinstalled for plug and play of the
antenna and customer supplied modem.

1) Modem is secured in mounting bracket using the Velcro mounting strap

2) SMA bulkhead cable is secured to modem SMA connector and antenna secured on
outside of enclosure.

3) Modem RS-232 port is connected through a Null Modem cable to the Datalogger CPI
port using the provided CPI to RS-232 Null Modem cable.

4) The power supply cable provided with the modem is connected to an empty Load
terminal on the Power Distribution PCB board or directly to 12 V and G on the CR6 module.
Switch 12 VDC power (SW12) can also be used to control the modem power at a given interval
(programming required).

NOTE: Verify power cable wiring in the cellular modem manufacturer provided user manual.

When using a Sierra Wireless Raven XT modem, the red wire is 12 VDC and Black is Ground
(white is not used). When using the Sierra Wireless LS-300 or FX400 series, the Red and White
wires are both tied to +12 VDC and Black is Ground.

Figure 37 - Model 8600-2 with Cellular Modem Installed

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G.3 Communications

To add a communication port based off the Geokon Cell Modem Template, press the “Add
Root” button and select a device. Continue selecting devices from the Add Box as shown until
the communication link to the Datalogger is represented. Once the Datalogger (CR6Series) is
added to the Network Map, press “Apply”. Select “IPPort” (Figure 38) and then Select
“PakBusPort (PakBus Loggers)” (Figure 39)

Figure 38 - Add Communications Port (Root)

Figure 39 - Select “PakBusPort”

Select “CR6Series”. When finished, press the “Apply” button at the bottom left of the Setup
Screen.

Figure 40 - Select Device to Add

While still within the Setup Screen, IP Address must be entered.
The Cell Modem IP Address must be entered as:

XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX:3001

3001 represents the default port of the Cell Modem

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Figure 41 - Enter Internet IP Address

When finished, press the “Apply” button at the bottom left of the Setup Screen. Minimize or
close the Setup Screen and go back to the LoggerNet Launch Menu.