HOBO® MicroRX Station (RX210x) Quick Start
23807-B MAN-RX2100-QSG
Tools required:
•
Phillips-head screwdriver for installing the water level sensor
(RX2103 and RX2104 models) or mounting the station to a flat
surface with screws.
•
A ½ inch box wrench if you are using U-bolts to mount the station
to a tripod or mast.
•
Other tools may be required depending on the accessories you
are using for your station deployment.
1
Log in to HOBOlink.
Go to www.hobolink.com and log in to an existing account or
create a new one. You’ll receive an email to activate the account.
2
Register the station.
In HOBOlink, click Devices, then RX Devices. Click the Register a
Device link. Give the station a name and enter the serial number
and device key from the label inside the station door.
Note:
If you are using your own micro SIM card, follow the
instructions at www.onsetcomp.com/support/
manuals/23845-installing-micro-sim-rx2100-station before
continuing.
3
Mount the station.
There are three ways to mount the station using the built-in
mounting tabs.
Note:
You can also defer mounting until the end
of the process if you want to perform initial testing.
•
Use the two sets of outer
holes and 1-5/8 inch saddle-
clamp U-bolts to attach the
logger to a tripod or mast
(this is the recommended
method for mounting on a
mast). Do not use U-bolts
without the saddle clamps
as that could bend the
mounting tabs and damage
the housing or compromise
the weatherproof seal. The
flat portion of the saddle
clamps should be against
the mounting tabs.
•
Use the included cable ties
with the two sets of inner
holes to affix the logger to a PVC pipe or mast.
•
Use the included screws and washers with the two sets of
outer holes to adhere the logger to a wall or flat surface.
Important:
See the RX2100 manual for additional deployment
guidelines at www.onsetcomp.com/support/manuals/23808-
rx2100-manual.
4
Remove the cable channel.
Remove the cable
channel making note
of how it is oriented.
5
Install the water level sensor if applicable
(RX2103 and RX2104 models).
a.
Insert the water level
sensor cable jack into the
water level sensor. Screw
on locking nut (hand tight).
Important:
Make sure the O-rings on the cable jack end and
the cable and sensor mating housing surfaces are clear of any
debris. Any contamination of these surfaces can cause leaks
that may lead to sensor failure.
b.
Plug the other end of the water level sensor cable into the port
on the right side of the board.
c.
Use a Phillips head screwdriver to secure the water level sensor
cable in place with the two screws provided.
d.
Route the cable through the far-right hole in the cable channel.
6
Plug in smart sensors if applicable.
a.
Plug in smart sensors into the ports below the LCD.
b.
Route the cables through the holes in the cable channel. There
are slits in the cable channel above each hole to guide the
cable into the hole. You may need to slightly bend the ends of
the channel to reveal the slits and push each cable into the
hole that lines up with the corresponding sensor connector.
7
Grease and reinstall the cable channel.
a.
Use the integrated plugs to fill any unused holes. Bend the
plugs up to push them into the holes. Once a plug is partially
pushed through, you can pull on the part of the plug that is
inside the case. You may need to bend the ends of the channel
slightly to widen the holes for installing the plugs.
b.
Lightly coat the portion of the sensor cables that will be in the
cable channel with a small amount of silicone grease (about the
size of a pea).
c.
Lightly coat the bottom and two sides of the cable channel with
silicone grease.
d.
Reinstall the cable channel in the station making sure the key
on the bottom is inserted in the notch in the station enclosure
as pointed out in step 4.
Inner mounting holes; use
with cable ties
Outer mounting
holes; use with
screws and washers
or saddle-clamp
U-bolts
Inner mounting holes; use with
cable ties
Secure the cable
with two screws
Plug the water
level sensor
cable into this
port
Plug in smart sensors into
the five ports
Notch where the key on the
bottom of the cable channel
is installed
Cable channel
