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User Guide:   Multilog2 

Installation and Setup 

This manual contains important safety and operating information. 
Please read, understand, and follow the instructions in the manual and 
also any documents shipped with the device. 

Summary of Contents for Multilog2

Page 1: ...Multilog2 Installation and Setup This manual contains important safety and operating information Please read understand and follow the instructions in the manual and also any documents shipped with t...

Page 2: ...taGate Server Data Viewing Portals 7 2 6 Installation Accessories 9 2 7 Communications Interfaces and Programming Cables 9 2 8 Completing the communications path 10 2 8 1 IDT used with a PC Windows 10...

Page 3: ...Noise Sensor Hydrophone 24 5 13 Voltage Input 0 1V 0 10V 26 5 14 Current Input 4 20mA 27 5 14 1 4 20mA Passive 27 5 14 2 4 20mA Active 27 5 15 Serial Input SDI 12 28 5 16 Serial Input RS485 MODBUS 29...

Page 4: ...IDT app for mobile devices user guide This user guide provides details of the logger operation and how to install the product Also refer to any user guides or datasheets for sensors that are being use...

Page 5: ...installation sites The choice of website will depend on the type of sensors used and their application Data from your logger can also be viewed locally using IDT during a site visit Refer to the train...

Page 6: ...IDT PC as applicable to the loggers listed in section 1 1 1 5 1 IDT PC VERSION Refer to the IDT PC version User Guide MAN 130 0017 for details of how to prepare your PC for communicating with the logg...

Page 7: ...it in its correct orientation using wall mounted brackets or other fixing methods Various labels are present on the logger These include The nameplate label which includes the logger part number its s...

Page 8: ...n activated see section 3 the logger will initially go into the state of Waiting for a short time Then it will go into the state of Recording and begin repetitive logging of measurements from the vari...

Page 9: ...time of build The options must therefore be specified at the time of ordering along with the required maximum sampling rate Additional sampling has implications for power consumption and may require t...

Page 10: ...servers may be used in conjunction with HWM software The logger data may be viewed using a viewing portal which has access to the data stored on the server Refer to the relevant user guide for detail...

Page 11: ...ibed to them one logger alarm message can therefore be distributed to multiple DataGate users DataGate can also by arrangement with your sales representative be used to export logger data to other ser...

Page 12: ...2 2 Because of space limitations the label may not indicate this e g It may simply be labelled COMMS A typical connector used for communications and its matching communications cable is shown in Figur...

Page 13: ...et devices which must have an available USB port are able to use this method For latest information about known compatible devices contact your HWM representative Prior to use the mobile device should...

Page 14: ...ic switch immediately Most loggers are set to start immediately upon having their settings read by IDT and then saved back to the unit Once activated the logger will initially go into the state of Wai...

Page 15: ...e g Having both a connection for a programming cable and also for the supply of power from an additional battery Where a connector is multi purpose a Y adaptor cable may be required to split out the...

Page 16: ...osed switch Status Output Examples Pulse replication of Status Inputs To activate some external equipment GPS input communication from Global Positioning System satellites Examples To determine curren...

Page 17: ...firmware if required Consider downloading any existing data from the logger prior to upgrade Use IDT to check or modify existing logger settings o Program a local time zone into the logger o Set timin...

Page 18: ...s parameters for giving access to the cellular network Modem settings cellular network technology Data delivery settings server contact details Call in times and protocol settings o Verify any changes...

Page 19: ...erse steps of the procedure describe above Always handle the connection by the connector do not pull the cable as this could cause damage Route all cable so they do not cause any potential hazards and...

Page 20: ...ero to local atmospheric pressure process if required Connect the pressure tapping on the pipe measurement point to the pressure transducer of the logger using a suitable interconnecting hose For an e...

Page 21: ...for connection to a hose For example see Figure 13 Assemble any fittings prior to connecting to the logger Straight or elbow styles of coupling kits are available Logger bulkhead connector pinout 4 pi...

Page 22: ...g calibration values from the cable Prior to using the sensor the logger and sensor pair must be calibrated to give correct readings This method can be used by an installer to pair and calibrate a pre...

Page 23: ...meter pulse output signals from a meter Your logger must have the correct interface and settings for the signalling from the meter to be compatible with it The Multilog2 Flow inputs sometimes require...

Page 24: ...see Figure 8 on page 12 Each connector has a pair of Flow signal inputs The pinout of this connector is shown below Check the meter to which the logger is going to be connected and ensure its meter p...

Page 25: ...ses A spare pin on a flow channel can be used to generate a tamper alarm in the event that the logger cable is cut or removed from the meter The meter must support this facility by providing a closed...

Page 26: ...output 5 8 EXTERNAL BATTERY The use of an external battery is optional for many installations but may be required to support the logger in order to obtain the required length of service For best batte...

Page 27: ...temperature sensor calibration of the input is required When ordered with a temperature sensor from HWM the sensor will have the correct connector fitted for the Multilog2 logger The logger input wil...

Page 28: ...o sensor within the Hydrophone 2 unit connects directly to the water inside the pipe via an access point such as a hydrant see Figure 17 This gives it a longer range of operation than the LNS especial...

Page 29: ...k for sound recordings Providing the audio recordings were made at exactly the same time the server can use them to try to locate the position of the potential leak on the pipe network Other data that...

Page 30: ...et the physical parameters the sensor is used to detect 5 14 2 4 20MA ACTIVE Where an active 4 20mA interface is fitted the logger can provide power to a compatible sensor The logger interface will be...

Page 31: ...e with this interface When ordered from HWM the sensor will have the correct connector fitted for the Multilog2 logger Note Ensure the attached sensor has the SDI 12 protocol selected otherwise commun...

Page 32: ...p instructions and other information to the attached sensor equipment which operates in slave mode The protocol includes the ability to address each register in order to read and depending on the atta...

Page 33: ...sensor will have the correct connector fitted for the Multilog2 logger In addition the sensor type will have been tested with the logger to confirm compatibilty for use to obtain certain measurements...

Page 34: ...to obtain certain measurements However this may require selecting a specific driver for the sensor wihin IDT The installer should use IDT to confirm or adjust the settings of the logger to request the...

Page 35: ...hole washer and nut Secure antenna to the lid using a washer and the supplied nut If required apply a resin epoxy such as Marine Goop to the perimeter of the antenna to help stabilise its position wit...

Page 36: ...onnector into the logger connection and ensure it is fully home Tighten the connector correctly the nut on the antenna should be finger tight plus 1 4 turn No sharp bends should exist at the cable end...

Page 37: ...guide Further information is given in the HWM Antenna Installation Guide MAN 072 0001 Some general advice is given below Monopole Antenna For most installations a monopole antenna will give acceptable...

Page 38: ...Relocate the logger to an area that has a data service or change to a different network provider Network signal not strong enough For 2G and 3G networks you need a CSQ reported by the Call test of at...

Page 39: ...tion 2 8 If using the direct cable connection method with IDT PC the logger may have shut down the connection to IDT due to is not being used for several minutes Re read the logger settings into IDT A...

Page 40: ...WM for disposal To arrange the return complete the on line RMA Returned Materials Authorisation form https www hwmglobal com hwm rma Refer to the Safety Warnings and Approvals Information for guidelin...

Page 41: ...rmation for WL series models can be found in the following user guide MAN 147 0017 Supplement for models supporting WITS protocol RDL6 LF Multilog original logger devices The following logger sensor c...

Page 42: ...abel including the international dialling code if needed The text message should read TTTT After a few seconds minutes depending on the network operator the logger will send a message back to you with...

Page 43: ...If you have had no response in 10 minutes re open the chamber and using the modem diagnostic send yourself a test SMS If this gets through then improve the location of the antenna and try again Note S...

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