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TRUBLUE USER’S MANUA

Water Level, Conductivity, and Barometric Pressure Data Loggers 

 

TE CONNECTIVITY SENSORS 

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TRUBLUE USER’S MANUA

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1. Introduction 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE

  

 

The TruBlue line of data loggers offers accuracy, versatility and extensive features. You’ve

 made a commitment to 

quality. In return, we promise a high level of service and support to help you get the most from your investment in leading-edge 
environmental monitoring instrumentation. 

ABOUT TRUBLUE DATA LOGGERS

  

 

With models available to measure Liquid Level; Temperature; Conductivity; and Barometric Pressure the TruBlue 

data logger family is our next generation of Environmental Resource sensors 

 the TruBlue data logger family combines 

precision, performance, and rugged reliability like no other water level measurement instrument available today. Designed to 
deliver time and time again in even the harshest conditions, TruBlue data loggers are battery powered and features welded 
316 stainless steel or titanium construction in a fully sealed design. Since these units do not require onsite power or a 

programmable logic controller (PLC), a terminal box isn’t necessary. 

 

WEBSITE AND EMAIL

   

You can visit our website at www.te.com/usa-en/products/sensors.html for information on our latest product releases, 

application notes, product specifications and certifications, and IS control installation drawings. We welcome your questions 
and comments and strive to reply promptly. Please e-mail us at [email protected] 

 

 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

  

While this manual provides extensive guidance for everything from setup through maintenance, we understand that 

there’s nothing like getting an expert on the phone to provide quick answers and help address challenges for your particular 

application. If you have questions concerning any of our products, call (757) 766-1500 or 1-800-745-8008, extension 4398; 
Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.  

ORDERING PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES

  

 

For your convenience, orders may be placed on-line by visiting our e-commerce website, 

www.LevelandPressure.com. You can also contact our Customer Service department at 1-800-745-8008 or contact your local 
representative. Expedited shipping is available. 

2. Notice 

This user’s manual was 

prepared for the current firmware and software releases at the time of the manual 

publication. While this document is believed to be thoroughly reliable, Measurement Specialties, A TE Connectivity Company 
assumes no liability for inaccuracies. Addenda will be distributed as deemed necessary. All computer programs supplied with 
your products are written and tested on available systems at the factory. Measurement Specialties, A TE Connectivity 
Company assumes no liability for other computers, languages, or operating systems. We reserve the right to change the 
specifications without notice. Any questions regarding firmware upgrades may be addressed to Applications Engineering. 
Application software and transducer firmware revisions as well as manual addenda may be obtained from our website 
www.te.com/usa-en/products/sensors.html

 

3. History

 

Version 

Date 

Treatment 

Author 

Version 1.0 

August - 2016 

Update to TE  

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Version 1.1 

 

 

 

Version 1.2 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for TruBlue 255 LEVEL

Page 1: ...CONNECTIVITY SENSORS TRUBLUE USER S MANUAL 08 2016 Page 1 TruBlue User s Manual FOR WATER LEVEL CONDUCTIVITY TEMPERATURE AND BAROMETRIC PRESSURE DATA LOGGERS 255 LEVEL 275 BARO 285 CT 555 LEVEL 585 C...

Page 2: ...1 9 General Field Installation 11 10 Cable Protection 11 11 Conductivity 12 Types of Conductivity Measurement 12 Actual Conductivity 12 Specific Conductivity 12 Calibrating the Conductivity Sensor 12...

Page 3: ...HNICAL SUPPORT While this manual provides extensive guidance for everything from setup through maintenance we understand that there s nothing like getting an expert on the phone to provide quick answe...

Page 4: ...L Level Temperature High Accuracy Yes Vented or Absolute 585 CTD Conductivity Level Temp Yes Vented or Absolute KEY FEATURES User friendly TruWare software included free of charge Fully sealed design...

Page 5: ...s the software program designed specifically to manage TruBlue data loggers and the data they collect Used together a TruBlue data logger and TruWare are ideal for monitoring groundwater and surface w...

Page 6: ...schedules for connected data loggers Extract data from a previously initiated test View save and export test data and real time readings View data as a table or dynamic self updating graph displaying...

Page 7: ...E 852 STAINLESS STEEL SUSPENSION WIRE PART NUMBER 852 XXXXX Is a low cost suspension solution intended for use only with absolute transducers Wire is available in configurable lengths from 0 999 feet...

Page 8: ...le in the other near the backshell While applying slight pressure to push the two parts together slowly rotate the data logger assembly in the backshell until the keys align When that happens the hous...

Page 9: ...provides lifetime moisture protection for vented gage water level data loggers A GORE TEX plug prevents water droplets from entering the filter while allowing air to pass freely to the internal silic...

Page 10: ...ld It features the Hirose connector to quickly link to the vent filter connector and unique USB RS 232 conversion connector at the opposite end This same cable also provides external power to the data...

Page 11: ...able extending up Although it may be operated in any orientation anything other than this vertical position will result in a slight zero offset in the measured data If the data logger will be operated...

Page 12: ...CTIVITY UNITS microsiemens per centimeter S cm default millisiemens per centimeter mS cm A means of expressing what the actual conductivity of a solution would be at a standard reference temperature 2...

Page 13: ...a Meter View window displaying a conductivity reading A With the TruBlue inserted in the calibration solution hold the mouse pointer over the conductivity reading and right click to get to the Conduc...

Page 14: ...been chemically attacked eroded or physically altered A slow degradation of the sensor is hard to spot until it s too late Cleaning should be done with a combination of soaks and rinses in a solution...

Page 15: ...ransients can travel distances of a mile or more 3 TRANSDUCER RESPONSE TO PRESSURE LEVEL INPUT CHANGES BECOMES SLUGGISH This is usually a sign that the sensing end of the transducer has become fouled...

Page 16: ...aning solution Growth can be reduced by utilizing the 860 00825 Anti Fouling Guard to protect the sensor You can also coat the transducer with marine grease This may be the most effective and inexpens...

Page 17: ...766 1500 or toll free at 1 800 745 8008 during normal working hours Eastern Standard Time Be prepared to supply the following information when requesting the RMA Data logger part number Serial number...

Page 18: ...iagrams THE 850 00857 USB TO BACKSHELL COMMUNICATION CABLE The 850 00857 USB to Backshell Communication Cable is universal to vented gage and absolute data loggers This NON SUBMERSIBLE communications...

Page 19: ...cludes built in conversion to RS 232C and USB as well as a DC input connector The 3 foot coiled cable can remain connected to an RS 232C modem port and communicate with a PDA handheld via USB Connect...

Page 20: ...n Diagrams Continued THE 850 00856 USB TO HIROSE COMMUNICATION CABLE The 850 00856 USB to Hirose Communication Cable is the newest and most streamlined cable offering This cable provides connection fr...

Page 21: ...data is stored in the on board memory Polled data is sent to a network capable auxiliary logger or telemetry system that capture the live data and transmits from a remote location These devices often...

Page 22: ...Continued THE 852 XXXXX STAINLESS STEEL SUSPENSION WIRE The 852 suspension wire assembly is intended for use with absolute transducers to suspend the unit This assembly includes a stainless steel or t...

Page 23: ...ny Non Vented data logger as a long term deployment solution This Direct Hirose to Backshell design allows for the user to leave a non vented data logger deployed in the field while still maintaining...

Page 24: ...droplets from entering the filter while allowing air to pass freely to the internal silica gel desiccant The filter housed in corrosion resistant grade 316 stainless steel provides surge protection a...

Page 25: ...dix A TruBlue Connection Diagrams Continued THE 860 00825 ANTIFOULING SCREEN Extend TruBlue conductivity data logger deployments in high bio fouling environments with a TruBlue Anti fouling Screen mad...

Page 26: ...sing out of the sale resale use or misuse of the product Users of TE Connectivity products should make their own evaluation to determine the suitability of each such product for the specific applicati...

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