1. MS-80M introduction
The MS-80M, manufactured by EKO Instruments, is an innovative, next-generation secondary
standard pyranometer inspired by the combination of latest technologies and state-of-the-art
thermopile sensor with an unprecedented, low zero-offset behavior; fast sensor response;
Modbus RTU 485 output; and a five-year warranty and recalibration interval.
The MS-80M features a compact design with internal desiccation, single dome, isolated
thermopile detector, quartz diffusor, immunity to offsets, ultra-low temperature dependency, and
exceptional non-linearity characteristics. EKO instruments is the only ISO 17025 accredited
pyranometer manufacturer in the world, enabling highest-quality calibration, compliant to
international standards (ISO/IEC 17025/9847).
2. QuickStart
A video that describes data logger programming using Short Cut is available at:
www.campbellsci.com/videos/cr1000x-datalogger-getting-started-program-part-3
. Short Cut is
an easy way to program your data logger to measure the sensor and assign data logger wiring
terminals. Short Cut is available as a download on
. It is included in
installations of LoggerNet, RTDAQ, PC400, or PC200W.
The following procedure also shows using Short Cut to program the sensor.
1. Open Short Cut and click Create New Program.
2. Double-click the data logger model.
MS-80M Secondary Standard Pyranometer with RS-485 Modbus Communication
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