HOBO RX3001-00-01, RX3002-00-01, RX3003-00-01, RX3004-00-01 User manual

HOBO® RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station Manual

Operating
Smart

Smart Sensor Network Cable
Length

Smart Sensor Data
Module Slots

Logging Rate

Time Accuracy

Battery Type
Rechargeable
Service
Memory

Alarm Notification Latency

Enclosure Access

LCD

Materials

Size

Weight

Mounting

Environmental Rating

HOBO RX3000 Remote

Monitoring Station

Models: RX3001-00-01 Ethernet

Included Items:

• Two plates for cable access
openings with eight
thumbscrews and one wrench

• Two rubber cable channels

• Rubber plugs

• Grease packet

• Two mounting plates with

four screws

• Grounding wire

• Two U-bolts

Required Items:

• HOBOlink

• HOBOware

with USB cable for RX3002
Wi-Fi models (optional for
RX3001, RX3003, and RX3004
models)

• AC adapter (AC-U30) or solar
panel (SOLAR-xW)

Optional Items:

• Smart sensors

• Analog sensor module

(RXMOD-A1)

• Relay module (RXMOD-R1)

• RXW Manager (RXMOD-RXW-

xxx) and RXW motes

• Water level sensor module
(RXMOD-W1) with water level
sensor (MX2001-0x-SS-S or
MX2001-0x-Ti-S) and cable
(CABLE-RWLMOD-xxx)

• External DC power cable
(CABLE-RX-PWR)

• Tripod kit (M-TPA or M-TPB)

• Guy wire kit (M-GWA)

• 1/2 inch stake kit (M-SKA)

• Grounding kit (M-GKA),

required if using wind speed
or wind direction smart sensor

Sensors, modules, and
accessories are available at
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18255-R

RX3002-00-01 Wi-Fi
RX3003-00-01 Cellular
RX3004-00-01 Cellular 4G

® 3.7.2 or later

The HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station provides continuous logging for a broad range of
energy and weather monitoring applications with up to ten smart sensors, optional analog sensor,
water level sensor, and relay modules, and wireless sensor motes. Data from the RX3000 station is
transferred at regular connection intervals to HOBOlink® web-based software where you can
check the latest conditions, view graphs, configure sensors and alarms, set up a dashboard,
download your data, or schedule data delivery via email or FTP. Inside its weatherproof enclosure,
this durable station has a built-in LCD screen to check the current system configuration and status,
start and stop logging, add and remove smart sensors, and connect to HOBOlink on demand. Up
to three individual relays can be activated on the optional relay module while the optional analog
module has four analog inputs that support excitation power, scaling, and statistics
measurements. An optional RXW Manager module is also available for the station to set up the
HOBOnet Wireless Sensor Network, which can support up to 50 motes. All easy-to-install modules
can be configured with HOBOlink.

Specifications

Range -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F); no remote communications for battery

Sensor Connectors 10

Channels Maximum of 15 (some smart sensors use more than one data channel;

2

1 second (RX3001 and RX3002) or 1 minute (RX3003 and RX3004) to 18

±8 seconds per month in 0° to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) range;

/Power Source 4 Volt, 10 AHr, rechargeable sealed lead-acid; external power required

Battery

Life

32 MB, 2 million measurements, continuous logging

Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for use with user-

LCD is visible from 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F); the LCD may react slowly

Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with stainless steel hinge

18.6 x 18.1 x 11.8 cm (7.3 x 7.1 x 4.7 in.); see diagrams on next page

2.2 kg (4.85 lb)

3.8 cm (1.5 inch) mast or wall mount

Weatherproof enclosure, NEMA 4X (requires proper installation of

voltage less than 3.9 V DC

100 m (328 ft) maximum

see sensor manual for details)

hours

±30 seconds per month in -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) range

using one of these options: AC power adapter (AC-U30), solar panel
(SOLAR-xW), or external power source 5 V DC to 17 V DC with external
DC power cable (CABLE-RX-PWR)

Typical 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C
(-4°F to 104°F); operation outside this range will reduce the battery
service life

Logging interval plus 2–4 minutes, typical

supplied padlocks

or go blank in temperatures outside this range

pins and brass inserts; Inner enclosure: Polycarbonate; Gaskets:
Silicone rubber; Cable channel: EPDM rubber; Cable opening cover:
Aluminum with ABS plastic thumb screws; U-Bolts: Steel with zinc
dichromate finish

cable channel system)

The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant
directives in the European Union (EU)

See last page

RX3002: FCC ID R68XPICOW, IC ID 3867A-XPICOW

RX3003: FCC ID QIPEHS6, IC ID 7830A-EHS6; approved for use in

Taiwan and Japan

RX3004: FCC ID QIPPLS62-W, IC ID:7830A-PLS62W

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Ethernet (RX3001)

Connector

Wi

Network Standards

Frequency Range

Antenna Connector

Data Rates

6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps (802.11g

Number of Selectable
Subchannels

Radio

Security
Maximum Receive Level

Receiver Sensitivity
Cellular (RX3003

Wireless Radio

Antenna

11.8 cm

4.7 in.

18.6 cm
(7.3 in.)

18.1 cm

Table of Contents

Specifications .......................................................................................... 1

Module Specifications ............................................................................. 3

Device Components and Operation ........................................................ 6

LCD Operation ......................................................................................... 7

Setting up the Station ............................................................................. 9

1. Log in to HOBOlink. ...................................................................... 9

2. Register the station. ..................................................................... 9

3. Install optional modules or user-supplied SIM. ............................ 9

4. Plug in the battery and charging device. ...................................... 9

5. Check and configure device communications. ........................... 10

6. Plug in and search for any smart sensors. .................................. 11

7. Add any wireless sensor motes. ................................................. 11

8. Connect analog sensors, relay devices, or water level sensors. . 12

9. Connect to HOBOlink. ................................................................ 13

10. Configure the station in HOBOlink. ............................................ 14

11. Start logging. .............................................................................. 17

12. If you installed a water level sensor module and sensor,

obtain a reference water level reading. ..................................... 17

13. If you installed a water level sensor module and sensor,

configure the water level and water flow channels in

HOBOlink. ................................................................................... 17

Viewing Data in HOBOlink ..................................................................... 18

Setting System and Sensor Alarms ........................................................ 19

System Alarms .................................................................................. 19

Sensor Alarms ................................................................................... 19

Setting up Water Level and Water Flow Channels in HOBOlink ............ 20

Setting up a Water Level Channel .................................................... 20

Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a V-Notch Weir ...................... 20

Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Rectangular Weir ................ 21

Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Trapezoidal Weir ................. 22

Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a General Flume .................... 23

Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Stage-Discharge Table ......... 23

Starting and Stopping Logging .............................................................. 24

Adding or Removing Smart Sensors ...................................................... 25

Adding or Removing Modules ............................................................... 25

Adding or Removing Analog Sensors, Relay Devices, or Water Level

Sensors ................................................................................................. 26

Adding or Removing Motes .................................................................. 26

Managing Connections to HOBOlink ..................................................... 27

Checking Latest Conditions with HOBOware ........................................ 28

Deploying and Mounting the Station .................................................... 28

Guidelines for Deploying the Station................................................ 28

Guidelines for Deploying the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor

Network ..................................................................................... 28

Guidelines for Deploying a Water Level Sensor ............................... 29

Installing the Grounding Wire .......................................................... 30

Mounting the Station ....................................................................... 30

Installing the Weatherproof Rubber Cable Channel and Covers ..... 31

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................... 32

Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 32

Battery Information .............................................................................. 32

Specifications (continued)

(7.1 in.)

Dimensions

One RJ45/100BaseT

-Fi (RX3002)

IEEE 802.11b/g/n

2.412–2.484 GHz

1, no diversity supported

1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (802.11b);

Radio

Modulations OFDM, DSSS, DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, 16QAM, 64QAM

WEP 64/128, WPA-PSK, AES end-to-end encryption, WPA2,

-72 dBM for 54 Mbps, -87 dBm for 11 Mbps, -89 dBm for 5.5 Mbps,

and RX3004)

RX3003:

RX3003: Penta band

802.11n, HT20 MCS0 (6.5 Mbps) to HT20 MC87 (65 Mbps)

Up to 14 channels; profiles available will include USA, France, Japan,
Spain, Canada, and “Other” (multiple countries)

protocols not listed are not supported

-10 dBm (with PER <8%)

-90 dBm for 2.0 Mbps, -92 dBm for 1.0 Mbps

GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz,
UMTS/HSPA+: Five band 800/850/900/1900/2100 MHz

RX3004:

GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
UMTS/HSPA+: Seven band 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100 MHz
LTE: Twelve Band 700/800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 MHz

RX3004: 4G LTE

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Optional Analog Sensor Module (RXMOD

Input Channels

Measurement Range
Accuracy

Resolution

Field Wiring

Minimum/Maximum Input
Voltage

Minimum/Maximum Input
Current

Minimum Source Impedance
for Current Measurement

Excitation Voltage

Optional Relay Module (RXMOD

Relays

Alarm Output Relays
Voltage

Current

Optional RXW Manager Module (RXMOD

Operating Temperature
Range

Radio Power

Transmission Range

At least 304.8 m (1,000 ft) line of sight at 1.8 m (6 ft) from the ground,

Wireless Data Standard

Radio Operating Frequencies

Modulation Employed

Data Rate

Duty Cycle

Maximum Number of Motes
Power Source

Dimensions
Weight

Materials

Environmental Rating

Compliance Marks

Module Specifications

-A1)

Four, single-ended, in addition to smart sensor data channels

Analog Sensor Module (RXMOD-A1)

Relay Module (RXMOD-R1)

and

15 bits

Two- or three-wire via screw terminals, 16–24 AWG

12 V DC ±5% at 200 mA maximum per module

Three independent relays

Each relay contact closure can be configured as normally open,

30 V max

1 Amp max

0–25.6 mA DC, ±5 µA ± 0.15% of reading
0–2.5 V DC, ±0.25 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–5 V DC, ±0.25 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–10 V DC, ±0.3 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–20 V DC, ±0.6 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–33 V DC, ±1.20 mV ±0.2% of reading

0/33 V DC

0/25.6 mA

20 KΩ

-R1)

normally closed, or pulsed for one second

RXW Manager Module

(RXMOD-RXW-xxx)

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-RXW-xxx)

12.6 mW (+11 dBm) non-adjustable

IEEE 802.15.4

OQPSK (Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying)

Up to 250 kbps, non-adjustable

<1%

Powered by the RX3000 station

Mote: 16.2 x 8.59 x 4.14 cm (6.38 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches)

Mote: 159 g (5.62 oz)

Mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber seal

Mote: IP67

-25° to 60°C (-13° to 140°F)

457.2 m (1,500 ft) typical

RXMOD-RXW-900: 904–924 MHz

RXMOD-RXW-868: 866.5 MHz
RXMOD-RXW-921: 921 MHz
RXMOD-RXW-922: 916–924 MHz

Up to 50 wireless sensors or 336 data channels per one HOBO RX

station

Cable length: 2 m (6.56 ft)

RXMOD-RXW-900: See last page

RXMOD-RXW-868: The CE Marking identifies this product as
complying with all relevant directives in the European Union
(EU).

RXMOD-RXW-921: See last page

RXMOD-RXW-922: See last page

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Optional Water Level Sensor Module (RXMOD

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements

Operation Range

Factory Calibrated Range

Burst Pressure

Water Level Accuracy*
Raw Pressure Accuracy**

Resolution

Pressure Response Time
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements

Operation Range

Factory Calibrated Range

Burst Pressure

Water Level Accuracy*
Raw Pressure Accuracy**

Resolution

Pressure Response Time
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements

Operation Range

Factory Calibrated Range

Burst Pressure

Water Level Accuracy*

Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 3.8 cm (0.125 ft) water

Raw Pressure Accuracy**

Resolution

Pressure Response Time
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements

Operation Range

Factory Calibrated Range

Burst Pressure

Water Level Accuracy*
Raw Pressure Accuracy**

Resolution

Pressure Response Time
(90%)***

Module Specifications (continued)

-W1)

MX2001-01-SS-S and MX2001-01-Ti-S

Water Level Sensor Module

(RXMOD-W1)

0 to 207 kPa (0 to 30 psia); approximately 0 to 9 m (0 to 30 ft) of

310 kPa (45 psia) or 18 m (60 ft) depth

Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 0.5 cm (0.015 ft) water

<0.02 kPa (0.003 psi), 0.21 cm (0.007 ft) water

0 to 400 kPa (0 to 58 psia); approximately 0 to 30.6 m (0 to 100 ft) of

500 kPa (72.5 psia) or 40.8 m (134 ft) depth

<0.04 kPa (0.006 psi), 0.41 cm (0.013 ft) water

water depth at sea level, or 0 to 12 m (0 to 40 ft) of water at 3,000 m
(10,000 ft) of altitude

69 to 207 kPa (10 to 30 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 1.0 cm (0.03 ft) water

±0.3% FS, 0.62 kPa (0.09 psi) maximum error

<1 second at a stable temperature

MX2001-02-SS-S

water depth at sea level, or 0 to 33.6 m (0 to 111 ft) of water at
3,000 m (10,000 ft) of altitude

69 to 400 kPa (10 to 58 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 1.5 cm (0.05 ft) water
Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 3.0 cm (0.1 ft) water

±0.3% FS, 1.20 kPa (0.17 psi) maximum error

<1 second at a stable temperature

MX2001-03-SS-S

0 to 850 kPa (0 to 123.3 psia); approximately 0 to 76.5 m (0 to 251 ft)

of water depth at sea level, or 0 to 79.5 m (0 to 262 ft) of water at
3,000 m (10,000 ft) of altitude

69 to 850 kPa (10 to 123.3 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

1,200 kPa (174 psia) or 112 m (368 ft) depth

Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 7.6 cm (0.25 ft) water

±0.3% FS, 2.55 kPa (0.37 psi) maximum error

<0.085 kPa (0.012 psi), 0.87 cm (0.028 ft) water

<1 second at a stable temperature

MX2001-04-SS-S and MX2001-04-Ti-S

0 to 145 kPa (0 to 21 psia); approximately 0 to 4 m (0 to 13 ft) of

water depth at sea level, or 0 to 7 m (0 to 23 ft) of water at 3,000 m
(10,000 ft) of altitude

69 to 145 kPa (10 to 21 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)

310 kPa (45 psia) or 18 m (60 ft) depth

Typical error: ±0.075% FS, 0.3 cm (0.01 ft) water

Maximum error: ±0.15% FS, 0.6 cm (0.02 ft) water

±0.3% FS, 0.43 kPa (0.063 psi) maximum error

<0.014 kPa (0.002 psi), 0.14 cm (0.005 ft) water

<1 second at a stable temperature

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Water Level Sensor and Cable

Dimensions

Weight

Materials

Environmental Rating
Barometric Pressure (RXMOD

Operation Range

Temperature Calibrated
Range

Accuracy

Water Level Accuracy*
Resolution

Response Time

Stability (Drift)

Temperature (Water Level Sensors MX2001

Operation Range

Accuracy

Resolution

Response Time (90%)

Stability (Drift)

Module Specifications (continued)

Sensor (MX2001-0x-SS-S and MX2001-0x-Ti-S): 2.54 cm (1.0 inches)

Stainless sensor (MX2001-0x-SS-S): Stainless steel housing, Viton

IP68; cable is waterproof for continuous immersion up to 112 m

66 to 107 kPa (9.57 to 15.52 psia)

±0.2 kPa (±0.029 psi) over full temperature range at fixed pressure;

Typical error: ±0.075% FS, 0.3 cm (0.01 ft) water

<0.01 kPa (0.0015 psi)

<1 second at stable temperature

<0.01 kPa (0.0015 psi) per year

diameter, 9.91 cm (3.9 inches) length

Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-xxx): 0.47 cm
diameter, 0.2 to 400 m (0.65 to 1,312 ft) length

Note: The length of the water level logger cable can vary -0% to +3%
+10 cm (3.9 inches) from the length ordered.

Stainless sensor (MX2001-0x-SS-S): Approximately 141.4 g (4.99 oz)
in air; approximately 93.4 g (3.3 oz) in fresh water

Titanium sensor (MX2001-0x-Ti-S): Approximately 80 g (2.83 oz) in
air; approximately 37 g (1.3 oz) in fresh water

Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-XXX): 39 g (1.38 oz) per 1 meter (3.28 ft)

and Buna-N O-rings, ceramic sensor in stainless steel end cap

Titanium sensor (MX2001-0x-Ti-S): Acetal housing, Viton and Buna­N O-rings, ceramic sensor in Titanium end cap

Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-XXX): Polycarbonate end cap, PVC end cap,
nylon collar nut, Viton O-rings, polyurethane jacket

(368 ft), refer to sensor model specifications for sensor depth rating

-W1)

-20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°C)

maximum error ±0.5% FS

Maximum error: ±0.15% FS, 0.6 cm (0.02 ft) water

±0.03 (0.185 inches ±0.01)

Plot A

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-20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°F)

±0.44°C from 0° to 50°C (±0.79°F from 32° to 122°F), see Plot A

0.1°C at 25°C (0.18°F at 77°F), see Plot A

5 minutes in water (typical)

0.1°C (0.18°F) per year

* Water Level Accuracy: With accurate reference water level measurement, known water density,

and a stable temperature environment. System Water Level Accuracy equals the sum of the
Barometric Water Level Accuracy plus the selected sensor Water Level Accuracy.

** Raw Pressure Accuracy: Absolute pressure sensor accuracy includes all sensor drift, temperature,

and hysteresis-induced errors.

*** Changes in Temperature: Allow 20 minutes in water to achieve full temperature compensation of

the pressure sensor. There can be up to 0.5% of additional error due to rapid temperature changes.
Measurement accuracy also depends on temperature response time.

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Battery Port

Smart Sensor
Cable Access Openings

Vent

SIM Card

LCD Screen

Ethernet

(RX3001)

Charging Port

USB Port

Module Slots
Station Door

Antenna
Grounding

Wire Port

Connect/
Start/

Button

Select
Button

Device Components and Operation

(RX3003)

Connector

Stop

Search
Button

Station Door: This is the protective, hinged door covering the
LCD and electronics. The station serial number and device key
needed for HOBOlink registration are located on the inside of
the door.

LCD Screen: This shows details about system, module, and
sensor operation (see LCD Operation).

Select Button: Use this button to cycle through information
about the smart sensors and optional modules (see LCD
Operation).

Start/Stop Button: Use this button to start and stop logging or
clear a fault code (see LCD Operation).

Connect/Search Button: Use this button to connect to
HOBOlink or search for new smart sensors (see LCD Operation).

Antenna: This is the external radio antenna for cellular
communication in the RX3003 model. The RX3002 and RX3004
models use an internal antenna.

SIM Card/Micro SIM Card: A SIM card is installed in the RX3003
model or a micro SIM card is installed in the RX3004 model to
enable cellular communications.

Grounding Wire Port: Use this port to connect a grounding wire
(see Deploying and Mounting the Station).

Module Slots: These are two slots for installing optional analog
sensor, relay, water level sensor, or RXW Manager modules
(see Setting up the Station).

(RX3003) or
Micro SIM Card
(RX3004)

Connectors

Battery Port: Use this port to plug in the internal battery cable
(see Setting up the Station and Battery Information).

Charging Port: Use this port to plug in an AC adapter, solar
panel, or external power source to keep the battery charged
(see Setting up the Station and Battery Information).

USB Port: Use this port to connect the station to the computer
via USB cable as needed for HOBOware.

Ethernet Connector: Use this port to connect an Ethernet RJ45
cable for the RX3001 model (see Setting up the Station).

Smart Sensor Connectors: Use these input jacks to connect up
to 10 smart sensors (see Setting up the Station). The station can
support up to 15 smart sensor data channels; some smart
sensors have more than one data channel.

Cable Access Openings: These are the two openings for
connecting cables and wires to the station (see Setting up the
Station). Install the cover plates and rubber cable channels in
these openings to create a weatherproof seal (see Deploying
and Mounting the Station).

Vent. This vent allows pressure to equalize inside the station
while keeping water out. Note that the pressure inside the
station does not match the outside air pressure exactly.
Therefore, a barometric pressure sensor deployed within the
case cannot measure the true atmospheric pressure unless it
has its own unrestricted vent to the outside.

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System Status

When the station is powered up, “Initializing System” flashes in the upper left part of the LCD. After initialization is

Connection Status

This part of the LCD shows the communication method used for connecting to HOBOlink and the system connection
status.

This indicates the station is using Wi-Fi to connect to HOBOlink. This also shows the strength of the wireless signal; the
more bars there are, the stronger the signal. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.

indicates there was a problem with the last connection; check the Connections log in HOBOlink.

Smart Sensor and

This part of the LCD shows the status of the smart sensors and any optional modules installed. Module 1 is installed in the

One of the following symbols will also appear next to smart sensors or a module (if applicable):

Logging Status

Battery and
Memory Status

This part of the LCD shows the current battery level and memory.

The battery indicator shows the approximate battery power remaining. In this example, the battery is fully charged. The
When the station is logging, it will record data indefinitely, with newest data overwriting the oldest data until the station is

System Status
Connection Status

Smart Sensor and
Logging Status

Battery and Memory Status

Channel and Device
Button Symbols

LCD Operation

This example shows all symbols illuminated on the LCD screen with an overview of what each section of the LCD represents. Refer to the
table below for details about each section and associated symbols.

Information

Module Status

This part of the LCD shows the overall system status.

complete, “System” remains illuminated and one of these symbols will appear:

or

indicates the system is ok.

indicates there is a problem with the system; check the Device Information panel on your station page in HOBOlink.

Module Status

This indicates the station is connected via a USB cable.

This indicates the station is using Ethernet to connect to HOBOlink. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.

This indicates the station is using a cellular network to connect to HOBOlink. This also shows the strength of the cellular
signal; the more bars there are, the stronger the signal. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.

When the station is attempting to connect or is currently connected to HOBOlink, “Connection” flashes on the LCD. After
the connection is complete, “Last Connection” remains illuminated and one of these symbols will appear:

or

indicates the last connection to HOBOlink was ok.

left slot and Module 2 in the right slot.

indicates the smart sensor or module is ok.

indicates there is a problem with the smart sensor or module; check your device page in HOBOlink.

indicates a sensor alarm has tripped and will flash on the LCD until the alarm is cleared; check the Alarms log in

HOBOlink.

This part of the LCD indicates whether the station is currently logging.

“Stopped” indicates the station is not currently logging while “Logging” indicates it is currently logging. Press the
Start/Stop button to start or stop logging as desired. Note that “Logging” will blink until the first data point is logged after

or

the Start button is pressed.

or

lightning bolt will appear when an AC adapter, solar panel, or external power source is plugged into the station. “Charging”
will flash while the battery is being charged.

stopped. This continuous logging is represented by the arrow in this symbol.

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Channel and

This part of the LCD shows the number of channels and other information about each module. It also shows general device

This is a numerical code that appears when a system fault has occurred. You may need to provide this code to Onset
This is the version number of the station firmware. It only appears when powering up the device.

Button Symbols

Press this button to cycle through status information about the smart sensors and two optional modules.

Press this button to start logging. This option is not available while the station is actively connected to HOBOlink.

Press this button to connect to HOBOlink. This option is only available on the main LCD screen. It is not available when

a connection is underway or active.

Use this button to clear a fault code.

Device
Information

or

information. Press the Select button to scroll through four screens: the main screen, smart sensors screen, Module 1, and
Module 2 screens.

Main Screen

When viewing the main LCD screen, the total number of
channels in use by the system is displayed. This is a
combination of smart sensor channels and enabled
sensor channels. For example, if there are 5 smart sensor
channels and 3 analog sensor channels, then 8 channels
are shown on the main screen, as in the following
example.

Smart Sensors Screen

When viewing the smart sensors screen, the number of smart
sensor channels is displayed. Note that some smart sensors
have more than one channel associated with them so the
number of channels may not match the number of physical
smart sensors. In this example, there are 5 smart sensor
channels.

Module 1 and 2

When viewing the Module 1 or Module 2 screen,
information about that particular module is displayed. If
an analog sensor module is installed, the number of
enabled analog sensors is displayed in the channels count
(three sensors in this example). If an RXW Manager
module is installed, the channel count represents all
measurement channels plus a battery channel for each
mote in the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor Network. For
example, one temp/RH wireless sensor has a channel
count of three as shown below: two for temperature and
RH and one for the mote battery.

When a relay module is installed, the state of each relay is
shown on the module screen. In this example, a relay module
is installed in the Module 2 slot so this shows whether each
relay is open “o” or closed “c”. In this example, the first and
third relays are open, and the second one is closed.

If a water level sensor module is installed, the channel count is
listed as 4. This represents barometric pressure, water
pressure, differential pressure, and water temperature. Water
level and water flow channels are derived in HOBOlink and not
included in the channel count shown on the station LCD.

This will blink in the lower right part of the LCD when a firmware update is underway. It will display which module or
element is being updated.

Technical Support. See Troubleshooting for details.

Use the three buttons below the following symbols to operate the station. Press any of the three buttons to turn on the
LCD.

Press this button to stop logging. This option is not available while the station is actively connected to HOBOlink.

scrolling through smart sensor and module information with the Select button. In addition, this option is not available while

Press this Search button for the station to detect all currently installed smart sensors or to add motes to your HOBOnet RX
Wireless Sensor Network. As you add or remove smart sensors while the station is stopped, press the Select button and
then the Search button for the system to recognize your changes. This option is not available for smart sensors while the
station is logging. To add motes to the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor Network, press the Select button to switch to the
module for the RXW Manager and then press the Search button for the station to find the motes. The station can search for
motes whether it is logging or stopped.

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Connect the battery cable here

Plug in an AC adapter
or solar panel here

Insert the connectors

Tighten the screw on installed modules

Notes on LCD Operation:

• The LCD will turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity. Press
any button to turn the LCD back on.

• There can be a delay before the LCD updates. For
example, if you plug in an AC adapter, it may take a few
seconds before the lightning bolt icon appears on the
LCD. This delay is by design to preserve battery life.

Setting up the Station

Follow these steps to set up the station.

1. Log in to HOBOlink.

Go to www.hobolink.com and log in to an existing account
or create a new one. You’ll receive an email to activate the
new account.

2. Register the station.

In HOBOlink, click Devices, RX Devices, and then the
Register a Device link. Give the station a name and enter
the serial number and device key from the label inside the
station door.

3. Install optional modules or user-supplied SIM.

a. Make sure the station is powered down (unplug any

charging device and then disconnect the battery).

b. Insert the connector on the back of the module into the

receptacle in the left or right module slot. Add a second
module to the other slot if desired.

If you installed an RXW Manager module:

Plug the cable from the RXW Manager mote into the jack on
the module, making sure the cable is inserted through the
bottom of the station case. Do not reconnect the power on
the station until the mote is plugged in as shown.

WARNING: If you inadvertently install modules while the
power is on, you must disconnect and then reconnect the
battery and charging device to guarantee proper
operation.

If you are installing your own SIM:

Before continuing, follow the instructions at
https://www.onsetcomp.com/support/ manuals/installing­sim-rx3000-station.

4. Plug in the battery and charging device.

a. Plug in the battery cable.

b. Feed the AC adapter or solar panel cable through the

smaller of the two cable openings and plug it in. You can
also use an optional external DC power cable (CABLE­RX-PWR) with your own powering device in place of the
AC adapter or solar panel.

Tip: Install the analog module, water level sensor, or
RXW Manager module on the left and the relay module
on the right for easier cable routing.

3. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, tighten the screw at

the bottom of each module. In this example, an analog
module is installed in the Module 1 slot and a relay
module is installed in the Module 2 slot.

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“Initializing

A checkmark

Plug in an Ethernet cable here

A checkmark

c. Once the battery cable is plugged in, “Initializing

System” will flash on the LCD. A checkmark appears next
to “System” after the station initialization is complete.

System”
flashes when
the battery
cable is first
plugged in

5. Check and configure device communications.

For RX3003 and RX3004 cellular models:

After the station powers up in the previous step, it will
connect to HOBOlink automatically within two minutes. The
cellular icon and “Connection” will flash while the
connection is underway. Once the connection is complete, a
checkmark appears next to Last Connection. Note that the
entire initialization process may take several minutes; wait
until Last Connection and the checkmark appears before
continuing to step 6.

appears next to
Last Connection
after connecting
to HOBOlink

For RX3001 Ethernet models:

a. Plug in an Ethernet cable.

b. The station uses DHCP by default. If your network uses

DHCP, skip to step i.

If your network uses static IP addresses, connect the
station to the computer with the USB cable. (Consult
your Network Administrator if you are unsure whether
your network uses static IP addresses or for help with
the following steps).

c. In HOBOware, select Manage RX Station from the

Device menu. (On a computer with Microsoft®
Windows®, you may see a warning that Windows

Firewall has blocked some features. Select Domain
networks and click Allow Access.)

d. In the RX Station Manager, click the Actions button and

select Network Access.

e. Deselect the Use DHCP checkbox.

f. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS

Server. Consult your Network Administrator for the
appropriate addresses to complete these fields.

g. Click Save in the RX Station Manager. Click Done and

then close the RX Station Manager.

h. Disconnect the USB cable.

i. Press the Connect button on the station (the cloud

should be visible on the LCD screen) to connect to
HOBOlink. The Ethernet icon and “Connection” will flash
while the connection is underway. Once the connection is
complete, a checkmark appears next to Last Connection.
Wait for the checkmark and then continue to step 6.

appears next to
Last Connection
after connecting
to HOBOlink

For RX3002 Wi-Fi models:

a. Connect the station to the computer with the USB

cable.

b. In HOBOware, select Manage RX Station from the

Device menu. (On a computer with Microsoft®
Windows®, you may see a warning that Windows
Firewall has blocked some features. Select Domain
networks and click Allow Access.)

c. In the RX Station Manager, click the Actions button and

select Network Access.

d. Enter the Security information for your Wi-Fi network.

Type the Network Name, select the Security Type, and
type the Security Key. Select the Hide characters
checkbox to hide any characters typed into the Security
Key field. Consult your Network Administrator or
wireless router documentation for help with
determining your network security type.

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Press the Select button to view

Press the Search button for the station
Plug in smart sensors here

A checkmark

Press the Search button for the

Press the Select button to switch to the

e. The station uses DHCP by default. If your network uses

DHCP, skip this step.

If your network uses static IP addresses, deselect the
Use DHCP checkbox. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask,
Gateway, and DNS Server. Consult your Network
Administrator if you are unsure whether your network
uses static IP addresses or for the appropriate addresses
to enter in this fields.

b. Press the Select button to view the smart sensors on the

LCD and then press the Search button (the magnifying
glass icon should be visible as in the following example).
The station will search for all connected smart sensors
and show the number of channels after a few seconds.

f. Click Save in the RX Station Manager. Click Done and

then close the RX Station Manager.

g. Disconnect the USB cable.

h. Press the Connect button on the station (the cloud

should be visible on the LCD screen) to connect to
HOBOlink. The Wi-Fi icon and “Connection” will flash
while the connection is underway. Once the connection
is complete, a checkmark appears next to Last
Connection. Wait for the checkmark and then continue
to step 6.

the smart sensor screen

to find all connected smart sensors

appears next to
Last Connection
after connecting
to HOBOlink

6. Plug in and search for any smart sensors.

Important: If this RX3000 station is a replacement for an

existing U30 station, it is imperative that you power down
the U30 station being replaced (disconnect the battery
and AC adapter or solar panel) before you remove the
smart sensors and connect them to the RX3000. Do not
repower the U30 station or allow it to connect to
HOBOlink again unless at least one different smart sensor
is connected to the U30 station first.

a. Feed the smart sensor cable for one smart sensor

through the larger of the two cable openings and plug it
into one of the 10 smart sensor connectors. Repeat for
any additional smart sensors.

Note that some smart sensors have more than one
channel associated with them so the number of
channels may not match the physical number of smart
sensors connected (for example the temperature/RH
smart sensor has two channels: one for temperature
and one for RH).

7. Add any wireless sensor motes.

Important: Keep the mote(s) near the RX3000 station while

completing these steps.

a. Press select to switch to the module where the RXW

Manager is installed (Module 1 or Module 2) and then
press the Search button to wait for motes to join the
network.

module with RXW Manager installed

station to search for motes to join

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