VP-4
5
CONNECTING SENSORS
val. Logger configuration may be done using either ECH2O Utility
or DataTrac 3 (see respective manuals). Please check your software
version to ensure it supports the VP-4. To update your software to
the latest version, please visit Decagons free software download site:
www.decagon.com/support/downloads. The following firmware and
software support the VP-4 sensor:
Em50, Em50R, Em50G Firmware version 2.19 or greater
ProCheck Firmware version 1.57 or greater
ECH2O Utility 1.74 or greater
DataTrac 3.11 or greater
To download data from the logger to your computer, you need to
use the ECH2O Utility, DataTrac 3 or a terminal program on your
computer.
5.2
Connecting to a Non-Decagon Logger
The VP-4 sensor may be purchased for use with non-Decagon data
loggers. These sensors typically come configured with stripped and
tinned (pigtail) lead wires for use with screw terminals. Refer to
your distinct logger manual for details on wiring. Our Integrator’s
Guide gives detailed instructions on connecting the VP-4 sensor to
non-Decagon loggers. Please visit
www.decagon.com/support/litera
ture
to reference the complete Integrator’s Guide.
5.3
Pigtail End Wiring
Figure 6: Pigtail Wiring
Connect the wires to the data logger as shown, with the supply wire
(white) connected to the excitation, the digital out wire (red) to a
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