User manual
eDAS
Enhanced Data Acquisition System
Rev.
EN-02_18 AVC
Date:
(IT 21_03_16 rev. 2 AM)
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Hardware Manual
Description
“
eDAS
”
is a 16-bit, fully programmable data logger designed to offer a
comprehensive solution to structural and environmental monitoring
needs wherever signals to be recorded are expected to be slowly
changing.
The system core is represented by a 8-channel module that digitizes
and formats input signals in order to send them to and / or record them
in the internal memory of the system.
This module is enclosed in a robust, IP65-rated case, fitted with
connectors and cable glands, that hosts a user-replaceable main battery
and a backup battery as well.
“
eDAS
”
logger, that basically comes as a standard 8-channel unit, can
be used as a remote acquisition system and, thanks to the internal
battery and low consumption features, is suitable for virtually any
installation place.
Similarly, it can operate as a distributed multi-channel system made up
of as many as 255 units, deployed in proximity with sensors, inter-
connected via a RS422 / RS485 serial BUS. The BUS will also work as a
means to feed all the networked units from an additional 12/24 Vdc
power supply consisting in a battery with relevant charger and, if any, a
photovoltaic panel (
Powerbox
).
Further, it is possible to increase the number of channels available by
implementing a number of multiplexers in order to get standard
versions of 16- or 32-channel data loggers.
On request, larger customized systems are assembled in special cases
according to the monitoring project needs.
