Signatrol SPYDAQ-1001-T,SPYDAQ-1001-TH,SPYDAQ-1001-THU Quick Start Manual

Introduction

spYdaq® is a system comprising of a number of radio transmitting sensors that
measure parameters and send them securely by using a licence free radio network to
a central Base-station. Each Transmitter is battery powered, and has the ability to
send up to 3 parameters via RF to the Base-Station. The maximum range is
400metres (line of sight). An addition repeater is available for extended distances or
noisy environments.

Models Covered by this Guide.

SPYDAQ-1001-T SPYDAQ-1001-TH SPYDAQ-1001-THU

Getting Started

The spYdaq transmitters are supplied from the factory in the power OFF state.

Configuration

Carefully open the transmitter enclosure by depressing the two tabs with a small screwdriver. The
battery should be pre-installed within the unit. All configuration is made using the USB Mini-B
connection to a Windows PC running spYconfig (Version 1.0.22 or above).

The example screenshot below shows the the parameters which can be changed and
information on the transmitter connected.

Each Transmitter must be given a unique Device Address between 0 and 15, and a Channel of
either A,B,C or D. The Channel corresponds to a pre-defined RF frequency. The Transmit Rate
determines how often the transmitter will take sensor measurements and transmit the data to the
base-station. The factory default value is 10minutes, this gives a good balance between the
amount of data obtained and the expected battery life. Reducing Transmit Rate down to 1minute
will significantly reduce battery life.

All transmitters have internal temperature channels fitted as standard, this channel cannot be
disabled. Some transmitters models also have internal humidity channels fitted, humidity
channels can not be disabled either. The universal channel can be selected for sensor type. Most
transmitters have a universal input connector which allows connection to common
Temperature/Process Signals. Configure the transmitter for the matching sensor type. The
configuration of the transmitter must be later programmed into the base-station. The base-station
will only accept data from transmitters which match its saved transmitter configuration.

Universal Sensor Connections (J5)

External sensor information.

3-wire RTD Temperature sensors are normally wired with 2 red and 1 white conductor.
Connect the white conductor to RTD1, then 1 red to RTD2 and 1 red to RTD3. Do not
connector RTD2 and RTD3 together at the connector.

Thermocouples should be connected using the correct compensation cable. Sensor tips
should be isolated type. Check with the sensor manufacturer for the correct colours for +ve
and -ve conductors.

When using 4-20mA loops the transmitters input is passive, an external power source is
required to excite the loop.

Isolation Note: the spYdaq input sensor is not isolated from the USB port, this may result in
incorrect measurements being recorded when the USB is connected. This is normally due to
grounded or non-isolated input sensors. Connecting a USB isolator between the computer
and the transmitters USB connector will overcome this issue.

Note1: Humidity & Universal channels are model dependant.

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SpYdaq Transmitter

mk2

Quick Start Guide.

(Room Type)

Signatrol Ltd

Unit E2, Green Lane Business Park,

Tewkesbury,

Gloucestershire,

GL20 8SJ

United Kingdom

Tel: [phone]

Calibration: All calibration data is held within the spYdaq transmitter, this is held together with
the date of the last calibration. The spYdaq transmitter sends the last calibration date every
time information is sent to the base-station. Signatrol Ltd recommend as 12-month calibration
interval. Please contact your agent for more information about our calibration services.

Battery: All transmitters come with a new battery fitted. Life is dependant on transmit rate and
ambient temperature conditions. Replacements are available from your supplier.

Estimated battery life (Ambient Temperature -10 to +50°C)

RF Power Setting Transmit Rate

1 minute

Transmit Rate
10 minutes

Transmit Rate
30 minutes

Low 1.4 years 7.9 years 12.6 years

Normal 1.3 years 7.6 years 12.4 years

High 1.2 years 7.4 years 12.0 years

Replacement Battery:

Signatrol Part No: SPYDAQ-ACC-01

Type Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li/SOCI2)

Voltage 3.6V

Capacity 2200mAh

Cell Temp Range -55 to +85°C

Size AA

Low Battery Warning: The transmitter uses a coulomb counting technique for estimating

battery life as Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries cannot be checked for capacity based on
output voltage. Using this technique the transmitter will indicate a low battery when the total
cell capacity falls below 10%. The remaining capacity value (0 to 100%) is viewable in
spYconfig using the USB connection. The battery capacity calculation is only accurate if the
battery calculations are reset every time the battery is replaced with a new battery. This can
be done through spYconfig. Never fit used batteries as the system will not generate the
correct low battery warning.

Battery Warning: Fire, explosion and severe burn hazard. Do not recharge, crush,
disassemble, heat, above 212 °F (100 °C), incinerate, short circuit or expose contents to
water. Keep battery out of reach of children. Dispose of used batteries promptly and safely.

Operating Ranges:

Channel Internal Temperature

Sensor Type NTC Thermistor

Max Temperature Range -40 to +105°C

Operating Range within Enclosure -30 to +55°C

Accuracy ±0.2°C (-20°C to +50°C)

±0.5°C (-35°C to +100°C)
±0.8°C (-40°C to +105°C)

Resolution 0.05°C

Channel Internal Humidity (model dependant)

Sensor Type Digital

Max Humidity Range 0 to 100% RH

Operating Range within Enclosure 5 to 95% RH

Accuracy Typical ±2% (0 to 100% RH)

Accuracy Maximum ±2.5% (0 to 90% RH)

±3.5% (> 90% RH)

Resolution 0.43% RH

Repeatability 0.1% RH + Resolution

Hysteresis ±0.8% @ 25°C

Long Term Drift < 0.25%/Year (Typical)

<0.5%/Year (Maximum)

Response Time (t63%) @ 25°C 20 seconds (airflow 1m/Sec)

Channel RTD (Resistance)

Sensor Type External Resistance 3-wire Measurement

Configuration Pt100 EN70651

(fundamental 38.5 ohms)

Range: -200 to +550°C
Accuracy: ±0.1°C ±0.05% Reading
Thermal Drift Zero: 0.025°C/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.05°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration Pt100 JISC

(fundamental 39.2 ohms)

Range: -100 to +450°C
Accuracy: ±0.1°C ±0.05% Reading
Thermal Drift Zero: 0.025°C/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.05°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration Ni100

(0.00618 coefficient)

Range: -55 to +175°C
Accuracy: ±0.1°C ±0.05% Reading
Thermal Drift Zero: 0.015°C/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.05°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration Ni120

(0.00672 coefficient)

Range: -70 to +200°C
Accuracy: ±0.1°C ±0.05% Reading
Thermal Drift Zero: 0.015°C/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.05°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration Ohms Range: 1 to 300 ohms

Accuracy: ±0.04W ±0.01% Reading
Thermal Drift Zero: 8mW/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 19mW

Channel Thermocouple (mV)

Sensor Type External emf

Configuration T/C “T” Range: -190 to +400

Accuracy: ±0.05% FSD ± CJ
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.1°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration T/C “K” Range: -160 to 1200°C

Accuracy: ±0.05% FSD ± CJ
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.1°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration T/C “J” Range: -180 to 840°C

Accuracy: ±0.05% FSD ± CJ
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: <0.1°C
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration T/C “R” Range: +200 to 1755°C

Accuracy: ±0.1% FSD ± CJ
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: <0.5°C (above 400°C)
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration T/C “S” Range: +200 to 1755°C

Accuracy: ±0.1% FSD ± CJ
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: <0.5°C (above 400°C)
Specifications above exclude sensor errors.

Configuration mV Range: -8 to +49mV

Accuracy: ±0.025% FSD
Thermal Drift Zero: 1mV/°C
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 4mV

CJ (Cold Junction) See Internal Temperature error

Channel D.C Voltage (V)

Sensor Type External emf

Range: 0 to 10.01V
Accuracy: ±0.025%
Thermal Drift Zero: TBC
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 0.7mV

Channel D.C Current (mA)

Sensor Type External current

Range: 0 1 to 21mA
Accuracy: ±0.03%
Thermal Drift Zero: TBC
Thermal Drift Span: TBC
Resolution: 1.3m

Channel RH Temp

Sensor Type Temperature of external humidity sensor.

Accuracy Typical ±0.2°C (0 to +90°C)

±0.4°C (-40 to +100°C)
±0.5°C (> +100°C)

Accuracy Maximum ±0.4°C (-40 to +90°C)

±0.7°C (> +90°C)

Resolution ±0.04°C

Repeatability 0.06°C + Resolution

Long Term Drift < 0.03°C/Year (Maximum)

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