Xpert Datalogger & Controller 11/14/2018
Xpert with Display & 4 additional Com Ports (8 Com Ports total): Overview The Xpert data logger/controller is a high performance data recorder and communications device ideal for remote real-time data acquisition, control, and communications. The Xpert datalogger has the ability to simultaneously take measurements and transmit information. Additionally, the Graphical User Interface (GUI) and removable memory make the Xpert a perfect option for those seeking easy-to-use touchscreen navigation and programming, while having the option to transfer data via SD, or USB devices. Xpert with Display & 4 additional Com Ports (8 Com Ports total): 8080-0000-2B
Xpert Applications Meteorology and Climatology Agrometeorology Oceanography Aviation (AWOS) Flood Warning Water Level and Flow Monitoring Water Quality Hydrology Air Quality Visibility Geotechnical Dam Safety Structural Stability Energy Solar Farm Wind Farm
Xpert Features For anyone seeking the ability to remotely measure, log, and transmit field information, Sutron’s Xpert Data Logger & Controller allows users to simultaneously monitor and even control a large variety of applications, all while providing an easy-to-use touchscreen GUI and removable memory. Extremely easy to use No programming background or experience necessary Simple Graphical User Interface (GUI) based setup Support for SD or USB memory 32MB Internal Flash Memory 32-Bit Processor Multiple Communications Simultaneously Sensors connect to the system via analog and digital I/O modules that plug into the I2C port as well as via RS232, RS485, and SDI-12. 4 communications serial ports for satellite transmitters, modems, radios & other serial communication devices. Retrieve data using any communication interface, USB or SD memory cards. Wide Operating Temperature (-40 to +60°C) Built-In Ethernet View data, calibrate & adjust the Xpert using its large Touch Screen. Locally or remotely, all Xpert functionality is accessed through communications ports using easy to-understand set-up, data display & system maintenance GUIs. Built-in 10 channel A/D, 8 channel DIO Advanced programming using Xpert BASIC setup
Xpert Specifications Measurement Interval: 0.1 Seconds to 24 hours (User-Programmable) Number of Measurements Supported: Unlimited SDI-12: V1.3 compatible Analog Inputs: Unlimited via I2C modules Digital Inputs and Outputs: Excitation Channels: Unlimited via I2C modules +5 excitation voltage Communication Ports: 4 RS232 for communications, or 8 com ports Telemetry: Satlink, Sutron Data & Voice Modem, LOS Radio, Direct Connect, Cellular (GSM/GPRS), IRIDIUM, Ethernet, and custom devices via BASIC Number of Simultaneous Communications 4 Operating Temperature: -40°C to +60°C Display Operating Temperature: LCD operates to -20°C Display Type: Touchscreen LCD display, monochrome, transflective
Xpert Specifications - Continued Keypad Type: Touchscreen Memory: Built-In: Non-volatile memory: 65MB (1 to 3 million readings), RAM: 32 MB SD Card: For download data and read/write setups or additional log memory Ethernet: Built in Ethernet support Clock Accuracy (at 0C – 40°C): 2 sec/day or GPS synchronization through SatLink Power Requirements: 10-16VDC (20VDC max) Current Drain: Typically 3mA standby, 40mA active Communication Protocols Supported: SSP (Sutron Standard Protocol), MODBUS, (RTU, ASCII, TCP/IP) YMODEM, Telnet, HTTP, FTP, DHCP, DNS, SLIP, PPP, and custom protocols via Basic using RS-232, TCP, and UDP Programming: Menu driven setup, Expanded complexity via BASIC, Custom capability via C++ Device Dimensions: Height: 8.5” (21.6 cm) Length: 6.5” (16.5 cm) Width: 2.5” (6.4 cm) Weight: 2 lbs. (.91 Kg)
Multiple Telemetry Configuration Simultaneous or Multitasking All UARTs are Independent Supports Simultaneous Communications: Landline Satellite Cellular VHF/UHF LOS Radios Fiber Optic Ethernet/LAN
Sample Xpert Configuration Xpert Datalogger Comm Option 1: Radio Link External Analog & Digital Expansion Modules Comm Options 2: Fiber Optic Modules RS-232 Surge Protection Module I/O Surge Protection Modules
XTerm Software for Remote Operation Sutron’s XTerm communications program allows any PC to remotely setup and operate an Xpert without using a front panel. No special installation is needed for XTerm. Simply copy from our website to any folder on your PC. Free software shipped with loggers and available on our website Remote operation of Xpert Automatically displays the graphic display of the Xpert Easy file transfer to allow uploading and downloading of setups, programs, and data files Set the clock on the Xpert Export logged data to your PC Communicate with an Xpert via RS232 com ports 1-9 at up to 115200 baud Automatically prompts for login account and password when needed Display system information regarding running processes, threads, and memory usage Also available for Windows Mobile, Pocket PC, and PDA
Key Client Portfolio – U.S.A NOAA/NOS US Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District New Orleans District New England District USBR USGS CRREL – Cold Regions Research Lab New York Power Authority TCEQ Virginia DEQ Applied Physics Laboratory GreyBull Valley Irrigation District, WY
Key Client Portfolio – International CHS – Canadian Hydrographic Service WMO MARINEMET AEMET Kenya Meteorological Department Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) Meteorological Department Curacao Aruba Met Service AASANA – Bolivia Cambodia Airport Authority British Virgin Islands – Airports Authority Colombia Air Force Comision Nacional del Agua (CAN) – Mexico Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) – Taiwan
Installation Examples Xpert being used as primary DCP for AWOS – Kinmen, Taiwan
Installation Examples Redundant Xperts being used in a NOAA Tide Station – Virginia
Installation Examples AWOS with Xpert – Curacao
Installation Examples Tide Station with Xpert for a UNDP Tide-Monitoring Project
Installation Examples Tide Station with Xpert – New Orleans, Louisiana
Installation Examples Xpert in AWOS - Cayman Brac
Installation Examples Xpert connected to LOS Radio and bubble gauge – Three Gorges Dam, Hubei province, China
Installation Examples Main & Redundant Tide Stations These are standard products: 3001-0000-1 3101-0000-1
Xpert Models & Options Models 8080-0000-1B Xpert with Display 8080-0000-2B Xpert with Display & 4 additional com Ports (8 com Ports total) 8080-0001-1B Xpert without Display 8080-0001-2B Xpert without Display Includes 4 additional com ports (8 com Ports total)
Xpert Models & Options Datalogger Modules & Communications Options Analog/Digital Expansion Modules – I2C Surge Protection Modules Communication Options Universal SDI-12 Converter
Xpert Expansion Modules - I2C Options 8080-0003-1 Xpert Analog I/O Module: 6 Channels 8080-0003-3 Xpert Analog I/O Module: 6 Channels with Surge Protection 8080-0007 Xpert Analog I/O Module: 10 Channel, 16 Bit. 8080-0002-1 Xpert Digital I/O Module: 8 Channels 8080-0002-4 Xpert Digital I/O Module with Surge Protection 8080-0008-1 Fire Weather I/O Module
Xpert Surge Protection Modules Options 6461-1241 SDI-12 Surge Protection Module 6461-1242 Power Surge Protection Module 6461-1239 RS-232 Surge Protection Module 6461-1240 Telephone Surge Protection Module
Xpert Communications Options SL2 SatLink2-V2 Logging Transmitter GPRS-I-O GSM GPRS Modem -various plans available- Cellular Data Plans ISBD-1-O Iridium® Short Burst Data (SBD) Transceiver -various plans available- Iridium Data Plans 8080-0005-1B Voice Modem Module 8080-0005-2 Modem with King Radio
Universal SDI-12 Converter Options 6661-1248-1 Universal SDI-12 Converter 5 Ports to accommodate a vast array of sensors: Highly accurate and stable, programmable input range, and supports low level 10 mV and high level 0-5V sensors. Converts the following to SDI-12: Analog Digital/Frequency Quadrature
Universal SDI-12 Converter Analog to SDI-12 AT/RH (2 Channel) Water Temp (1 Channel) Analog 0-5 VDC 4-20 ma Differential Ratiometric Pyranometer (1 Channel)
Universal SDI-12 Converter Digital/Frequency to SDI-12 Prop & Vane Wind Sensor (1 digital, 1 analog) Digital/Frequency Switch Closure Frequency (20KHz) Period Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge
Universal SDI-12 Converter Quadrature to SDI-12 Quadrature Shaft Encoder
Universal SDI-12 Converter Interfaces with many of these sensors Air Temperature Water Temperature Relative Humidity Wind Speed Wind Direction