Decagon em50, Operator'S Manual

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3 SETUP AND INSTALLATION Em50 Series
4. On the top and bottom of the Em50, there are two loopholes.
Use these holes to fasten the Em50 to a mounting post using the
included zip-ties or a similar fastener. Make sure it is installed
in an upright position, with the five input ports underneath.
In this position, rain and spray are shed by the enclosure and
drip off without affecting the contents of the Em50 enclosure.
5. Configure the Em50 using ECH20 Utility or DataTrac 3.
6. Install the Em50/Em50G Solar data loggers in a location that
ensures the solar panel receives the maximum amount of sun-
light. In the northern hemisphere, this typically means that
the data logger faces the south. In the southern hemisphere,
this typically means that the data logger face the north.
Cautions:
Never immerse the Em50 in liquids.
Make sure to install the Em50 upright to reduce the possi-
bility of water entering the Em50 enclosure.
Do not install Em50R or Em50G wireless loggers near large
metallic objects, as these can attenuate the radio signal.
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