NEXSENS X2-CB Buoy Mounted Data Logger User Guide
- August 21, 2024
- NEXSENS
Table of Contents
NEXSENS X2-CB Buoy Mounted Data Logger
IMPORTANT – BEFORE FIELD DEPLOYMENT
Completely configure new X2-CB systems with sensors and a direct connection to
the CONNECT software in a nearby work area. Operate the system for several
hours and ensure correct sensor readings. Use this test run to become familiar
with the features and functions.
Overview
The X2-CB buoy-mounted data logger has five sensor ports that provide industry-standard protocols including SDI-12, RS-232, and RS-485. The Solar/COM port offers direct communication (serial to PC) and power input. The X2-CB is powered by the CB-Series buoy’s solar rechargeable battery reserve.
CONNECT is a software utility that enables users to interface directly with any NexSens X2-Series data logger using a UW6-USB-485P cable. It supports a growing number of diagnostic and configuration tools to facilitate system setup and troubleshooting.
What’s Included?
- (1) X2-CB buoy-mounted data logger
- (5) Sensor port plugs, (3) spare rings
- (1) Power port plug, (2) spare rings
- (1) Oring grease
- (2) Spare sensor port plugs
- (1) Quick start guide
Sensor Configuration
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Visit the following link on the NexSens Knowledge
Base to download the CONNECT software and establish a connection with the X2. nexsens.com/connst- Remove the SOLAR/COM blank plug from the 6-pin port and insert the UW6-USB-485P between the logger and the PC.
- The device will beep once when powered. Power will be coming from the internal buoy batteries.
Note: If a System Integration Guide is included with the order, the sensor programming is complete, and steps 2-4 can be skipped.
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Use the following link to ensure the proper scripts are enabled for each sensor. nexsens.com/conncss .Power down the X2 and remove the USB cable connection.
- Remove one blank sensor plug from an 8-pin port (i.e., P0, P1, or P2) for each sensor.
- Connect all sensors to the desired ports.
Note: Ensure that all SDI-12 and RS-485 sensors have unique addresses.
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Provide 12V power to the X2 and wait up to 5-10 minutes for sensor detection
- Reconnect the USB cable to the X2 and open CONNECT.
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Once in CONNECT, visit the following article to confirm the X2 sensor configuration and directly download the first few data points. nexsens.com/conndu
For additional information, please reference the X2-CB & CONNECT software
resource libraries on the NexSens Knowledge Base.
nexsens.com/x2cbkb |
nexsens.com/connug
937-426-2703
www.nexsens.com
References
- Configure Sensor Scripts - NexSens
- Direct Data Upload - NexSens
- CONNECT Setup - NexSens
- NexSens Technology Inc. - Better Data. It's what we do