Turner DataBank User Manual

December 14, 2018
Revision L
Turner Designs
1995 N. 1st Street
San Jose, CA 95112

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Table of Contents

1

Introduction

5

1.1

Features

5

2

Button Description and Operation

6

2.1

Power Button

6

2.2

Store Button

6 2.3

Recall Button

6

2.3.1

Recall previous records stored

7

2.3.2

Erase records

7

2.4

Select Button

7

2.5

Button Combinations

8

2.5.1

Reset

8

2.5.2

Display Mode

8

2.5.3

Flash Programming Mode

8

2.5.4

GPS Information & Toggle GPS Mode

8

3

Graphical User Interface

9

3.1

Connection Requirements

9 3.2

Setup Options Tab

10

3.2.1

Date and Time

10

3.2.2

Backlight Operation

11

3.2.3

Backlight Power

11

3.2.4

Display Mode

11

3.2.5

Sensor Warm-up Time

11

3.2.6

Sensor Voltage

11

3.2.7

Logging Interval

11

3.3

Save Settings to a File

11

3.3.1

File Naming

12

3.3.2

If File Exists

12

3.3.3

File Content

12

3.3.4

File Descriptor

13

3.4

Setting DataBank from a File

13

3.5

Updating the DataBank’s Operating System

13 3.6

Save DataBank Records Tab

16

3.6.1

Download DataBank’s Records

16

3.6.2

Delete DataBank’s Records

17

3.7

Calibration and Auto Gain

18

3.7.1

Quick Calibration

18

3.7.2

Advanced Calibration

19

3.7.3

Collect Data and Create New Equation

21

3.7.4

To create a Datapoint

21

3.7.5

View Graph

22

4

Sensors and Cables

24

4.1

Sensors - Link to Quick Start Guide

24 4.2

Cables

24

5

Batteries & Charging

25

5.1

Low Battery

25

5.2

Charging the Battery - Slow and Fast Charge Option

25

5.3

Amp/Hour Gauge

26

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5.4

Recharging When Not Enough Charge

26

5.5

When to Charge the Battery

26

5.6

When the Battery Does Not Charge Normally

26

5.7

Battery Life Estimate

27

6

Warranty

28 6.1

Terms

28

6.2

Warranty Service

28

6.3

Out of Warranty Service

29

Appendix

A

Specifications

31

B Setting up Window’s HyperTerminal

32

C Using HyperTerminal to Download Data Files

33

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WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) DIRECTIVE

Turner Designs is in the business of designing and selling products that benefit the well­being of our environment. Accordingly, we are concerned with preserving the
surroundings wherever our instruments are used and happy to work with customers by
complying with the WEEE Directive to reduce the environmental impact resulting from
the use of our products.

WEEE Return Process:

To arrange the return of an end-of-life product, proceed as follows:

If you purchased your instrument through a Turner Designs Distributor please
contact your local representative. They will instruct you where to return the end-of­life product.

If you purchased your instrument directly from Turner Designs please contact
Turner Designs Customer Service
By Phone: [phone] or Toll Free: [phone]
By Email: Customer Service at [e-mail]
Turner Designs will provide a WEEE RMA Number, a Shipping Account Number,
and a Ship to Address. Package and ship the product back to Turner Designs.

The product will be dealt with per Turner Designs’ end-of-life recycling program in an
environmentally friendly way.

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1 Introduction

The DataBank is designed for Interpretive Metering and Data Collection from Turner
Designs’ Cyclops Submersible Sensors integrated with GPS location data. Used in
conjunction with a PC, the DataBank software allows for easy setup, calibration and data
retrieval.

Note: All units with serial numbers before S/N 2900545 are not equipped with
internal GPS.

"Interpretive Metering" converts the voltage output from sensors to units of choice.
"Data Collection" allows users to store up to 9,999 records manually or automatically

which can be downloaded using a computer via USB.
The DataBank Handheld Datalogger P/N 2900-199 allows for easy transport during

mobile field studies. DataBanks are sold with cables installed. Cables are available in
lengths of 0.6, 5, 10, 25, and 50 meters.

1.1 Features
Multiple-Gain functions

 Auto gain between set gain values
 Default gain settings for Cyclops Submersible Sensors
 Manually assign gain values

Dual Calibration Modes

 Quick calibration: Computer assisted
 Advanced calibration: Manual
 Up to 16 calibrations stored

Data logging

 Automatic shut off between sampling intervals greater than 10 seconds

o Minimum logging interval 1 second
o Maximum logging interval 4 days

Non-volatile data storage

 No loss in data or settings
 Store up to 9,999 records

Integrated Internal GPS

 Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS): GPS and GLONASS
 Horizontal Position Accuracy: 2.5m

High power rechargeable battery

 Supplies power to DataBank and sensor
 Built-in battery charger with “amp/hour” gauge

Flash operating system

 Automatic upgrade notice and assistance from Windows software
 Upgrade made via USB

Durable housing

 Sealed, low force, snap action pushbuttons
 Enables easy one-handed operation, even with gloves.

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2 Button Description and Operation

Note: There are two distinct ways to operate each of the four buttons.

1) “Press” which is to press the button and release it within 1 second.

2) “Hold” which is to press the button for a full second before releasing.

2.1 Power Button
The Power button is used to:

 Turn the DataBank on and off

o Press the Power button to turn the DataBank on.
o Hold the Power button to turn the DataBank off.

 Toggle the backlight

o Press the Power button to toggle the LCD’s backlight on and off while the

unit is turned on.

 End logging mode

o Press the Power button while the unit is in logging mode to stop logging.

2.2 Store Button
The Store button is used to:

 Store data records

o Press the Store button to store the current reading displayed.

 Initiate logging mode

o Hold the Store button to start the logging mode.

The following will be displayed once logging mode has
begun.

2.3 Recall Button
The Recall button is used to:

 Recall stored records

o Press the Recall button to display the last record stored.

 Erase stored records

o Hold the Recall button to erase the last record stored.

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2.3.1 Recall previous records stored.

Each time the Recall button is pressed the record stored number will
decrement to the very first record stored. Continuous presses, after the first
record stored has been reached, will increment to the last record stored.

2.3.2 Erase records

Hold the Recall button to erase the last record stored and the display will first
show,

Followed by,

Note: You can only erase the last record stored. Trying to erase any
other record will result in the following message.

2.4 Select Button
The Select button is used to:

 Select a parameter group

o Press the Select button to increment through the parameter groups (1-16),

stop on the parameter group of choice and if no buttons are pressed after
about a second that parameter group will be automatically selected.

 Revert to the first parameter group

o Hold the Select button to revert to the first parameter group so you don’t

have to scroll through the remaining parameter groups.

2.5 Button Combinations

2.5.1 Reset

Pressing all 4 buttons simultaneously will result in a hardware reset of the
DataBank. This is used in the event that the computer locks up preventing a
normal power down of the DataBank. This can also be used after updating
the DataBank’s operating system.

2.5.2 Display Mode

Press the Select button and within one second press the Recall button to

toggle between “Title” mode and “Date & Time” mode. The unit will revert

back to the original programmed display mode on the next power up.

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2.5.3 Flash Programming Mode

This mode is used to update the DataBank’s operating system. Updates are

made using the standard USB DataBank cable. An RS232 serial cable
connection is available as an option.
See Section 3.5 “updating the DataBank’s operating system”.

2.5.4 GPS Information & Toggle GPS Mode

Press the Power and Recall button simultaneously to view the GPS
information. The LCD will display a “No Fix” message indicating that the GPS
is unable to establish a signal or a GPS location as shown below.:

After 3 seconds the display will switch to the Toggle GPS Mode where you
can press the Power and Recall button simultaneously again to turn the GPS
on or off.

Note: GPS operation impacts battery life, to estimate battery life refer to Section

5.7.

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3 Graphical User Interface

DataBank GUI software runs in Microsoft Windows and is used for communicating with
and configuring the DataBank.

3.1 Connection Requirements

 DataBank must be connected to a computer using the provided interface cable.
 DataBank must be turned on.
 The computer COM port must be set to any COM port 1-8.

NOTE: The DataBank’s Interface cable should not be connected to an external
power source charging when connecting to the DataBank GUI.

When the above two requirements are fulfilled, begin the software and the GUI will
search for the presence of a DataBank; port settings aren’t required.

If the DataBank is not found, then the following message will appear:

This message
indicates the GUI
is searching for a
connected

DataBank

This message
indicates the GUI
is searching for a
connected

DataBank

This message
indicates the GUI
is searching for a
connected

DataBank

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If you click Retry, then the GUI again tries to find the DataBank. If you click Cancel,
then the GUI software will shut down and you must re-start the GUI.
Once communication has been established, the main screen will display the
DataBank’s information in the upper left hand corner and the “Talking with DataBank”
prompt will disappear:

3.2 Setup Options Tab
The Setup Options tab is used for setting the general operation of the DataBank.

Each DataBank will have its own saved settings and this screen will change to reflect
those settings once communication between a PC and a DataBank has been
established. Note: Please wait for the background of each pull-down menu to
turn light blue before attempting any changes.

3.2.1 Date and Time

PC Time – click to choose, then click Send to set the DataBank’s current
date and time to PC date and time.

Upon connection,
the DataBank’s serial
number and version of
the operating system
are displayed

Upon connection,
the DataBank’s serial
number and version of
the operating system
are displayed