CS300 Pyranometer - Campbell Scientific
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1. E CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC WHEN MEASUREMENTS MATTER CS300 Pyranometer IVANVIA JASA Issued 11 3 15 Copyright 1994 2015 Campbell Scientific Inc Printed under licence by Campbell Scientific Ltd CSL 570 Guarantee This equipment s guaranteed against defects n materials and workmanship This guarantee applies for 24 months from date of delivery We will repair or replace products which prove to be defective during the guarantee period provided they are returned to us prepaid The guarantee will not apply to e Equipment which has been modified or altered in any way without the written permission of Campbell Scientific e Batteries e Any product which has been subjected to misuse neglect acts of God or damage in transit Campbell Scientific will return guaranteed equipment by surface carrier prepaid Campbell Scientific will not reimburse the claimant for costs incurred in removing and or reinstalling equipment This guarantee and the Company s obligation thereunder is in lieu of all other guarantees expressed or implied including those of suitability and fitness for a particular purpose Campbell Scientific 1s not liable for consequential damage Please inform us before returning equipment and obtain a Repair Reference Number whether the repair is under guarantee or not Please state the faults as clearly as possible and if the product is out of the guarantee period 1t should be accompanied by a purch2. 1200 w m intensities 5s 1 0 Multiplier 6 0 0 Offset Set negative values to zero 2 If X lt gt F P89 Li 1 X Loc SlrW 2 4 lt 3 0 F 4 30 Then Do 3 Z F x 10 n P30 1 0 F 2 0 n Exponent of 10 3 1 Z Loc SlrW 4 End P95 3 Convert mV to MJ m2 for 10 second execution interval 5 Z X F P37 1 1 X Loc SlrW 2 00005 F 3 2 Z Loc SlrMJ 3 Convert mV to W m2 6 Z X F P37 1 1 X Loc SlrW 2 5 F 3 1 Z Loc SlrW 7 If time is P92 Ls 0 Minutes Seconds into a 23 60 Interval same units as above 3 10 Set Output Flag High Flag 0 8 Set Active Storage Area P80 Li 1 Final Storage Area 1 2 101 Array ID 9 Real Time P77 T 1220 Year Day Hour Minute midnight 2400 10 Average P71 1 1 Reps 2 1 Loc SlrW 11 If time is P92 14 0 Minutes Seconds into a 2 1448 Interval same units as above 3 10 Set Output Flag High Flag 0 12 Set Active Storage Area P80 1 1 Final Storage Area 1 2 102 Array ID 13 Real Time P77 T 1220 Year Day Hour Minute midnight 2400 14 Resolution P78 High Resolution Totalize P72 Reps Loc S1rMJ Resolution P78 0 Low Resolution Appendix B Example Programs B 3 CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC COMPANIES Campbell Scientific Inc CSI 815 West 1800 North Logan Utah 84321 UNITED STATES www campbellsci com e info campbellsci com Campbell Scientific Africa Pty Lt
3. La Create the Short Cut program following the procedure in Section 4 Quickstart Finish the program and exit Short Cut Make note of the file name used when saving the Short Cut program Open Edlog Click File Document DLD File Assuming the default paths were used when Short Cut was installed navigate to C CampbellSci SCW in folder The file of interest has a DLD extension Select the file and click Open The dld file which is a type of ASCII machine code is imported documented and when saved given a CSI extension Immediately save the file in a folder different from Campbellsci SC Win or save the file with a different file name Once the file is edited with Edlog Short Cut can no longer be used to edit the program Change the name of the program file or move it or Short Cut may overwrite it The program can now be edited saved and sent to the datalogger Import wiring information to the program by opening the associated DEF file Copy and paste the section beginning with heading Wiring for CRXXX into the Edlog program usually at the head of the file After pasting edit the information such that a semicolon begins each line which instructs the datalogger compiler to ignore the line when compiling the datalogger code Appendix B Example Programs The following programs measure the CS300 every 10 s and convert the millivolt output to Wm and MJm Both programs output an hourly ave
4. at 45 zenith angle Response time lt l ms Temperature response lt 1 at 5 to 40 C Long term stability lt 2 per year Operating temperature 40 to 70 C Relative humidity 0 to 100 T Installation 7 1 NOTE Siting User Manual Output 0 2 mV per W m Diameter 2 4 cm 0 9 in Height 2 5 cm 1 0 in Weight 65 g 2 3 oz with 2 m lead wire Measurement range 0 to 1750 W m full sunlight 1000 W m Light spectrum waveband 360 to 1120 nm wavelengths where response 1s 10 of maximum The black outer jacket of the cable is Santoprene rubber This compound was chosen for its resistance to temperature extremes moisture and UV degradation However this jacket will support combustion in air It is rated as slow burning when tested according to U L 94 H B and will pass FMVSS302 Local fire codes may preclude its use inside buildings If you are programming your datalogger with Short Cut skip Section 7 3 Wiring to the Datalogger and Section 7 4 Programming Short Cut does this work for you See Section 4 Quickstart for a Short Cut tutorial The CS300 should be mounted such that no shadows or reflections are cast on it by the tripod tower or other sensors The sensor should be mounted with the cable pointing towards the nearest magnetic pole For example in the Northern Hemisphere point the cable toward the North Pole Mounting height is not critical for the accuracy of the measu
5. needs are more complex the files that Short Cut creates are a great source for programming code to start a new program or add to an existing custom program NOTE Short Cut cannot edit programs after they are imported and edited in CRBasic Editor A Short Cut tutorial is available in Section 4 Quickstart If you wish to import Short Cut code into either Edlog or CRBasic Editor to create or add to a customized program follow the procedure in Appendix A mporting Short Cut Code Into CRBasic or Edlog Editor Programming basics for CRBasic and Edlog dataloggers are provided below Complete program examples for select dataloggers can be found in Appendix B Example Programs The output from the CS300 is 0 2 mV per Wm The voltage signal from the CS300 is measured using the single ended voltage instruction VoltSE in CRBasic or Volt SE Pl in Edlog Dataloggers that use CRBasic include the CR200 X CR800 CR850 CR1000 CR3000 CR5000 and CR9000 X Dataloggers that use Edlog include CR7 CR10 X CR510 and CR23X Solar radiation can be recorded as an average flux density W m7 or daily total flux MJ m The appropriate multipliers are listed in Table 7 2 Negative values should be set to zero before being processed CS300 Pyranometer 10 Table 7 2 Multipliers Required for Average Flux and Total Flux Density in SI and English Units 2 0 005 1 434 Average t 0 005 0 0239 Total t datalogger execution interval in
6. 54 kg Length 1 in inch 25 4 mm Pressure 1 psi Ib in 68 95 mb 1 ft foot 304 8 mm 1 yard 0 914 m Volume 1 UK pint 568 3 ml 1 mile 1 609 km 1 UK gallon 4 546 litres 1 US gallon 3 785 litres 1 oz ounce 28 35 g In addition while most of the information in the manual is correct for all countries certain information is specific to the North American market and so may not be applicable to European users Differences include the U S standard external power supply details where some information for example the AC transformer input voltage will not be applicable for British European use Please note however that when a power supply adapter is ordered it will be suitable for use in your country Reference to some radio transmitters digital cell phones and aerials may also not be applicable according to your locality Some brackets shields and enclosure options including wiring are not sold as standard items in the European market in some cases alternatives are offered Details of the alternatives will be covered in separate manuals Part numbers prefixed with a FP symbol are special order parts for use with non EU variants or for special installations Please quote the full part number with the when ordering Recycling information At the end of this product s life it should not be put in commercial or domestic refuse but sent for recycling Any batteries contained within the product or used duri
7. Example Prostata nenne B 2 Figure Tables 7 1 EIIUOSCHE A A A ehesten 8 Connections to Campbell Scientific Dataloggers 9 Multipliers Required for Average Flux and Total Flux Density in Sbandieratori i 10 Wiring for Example Programs CS300 Pyranometer 1 Introduction The CS300 manufactured by Apogee Instruments measures total sun and sky solar radiation for solar agricultural meteorological and hydrological applications Its spectral range of 360 to 1120 nanometers encompasses most of the shortwave radiat on that reaches the Earth s surface This pyranometer connects directly to our dataloggers Its output can be measured by all of our dataloggers Cautionary Statements e READ AND UNDERSTAND the Precautions section at the front of this manual e Care should be taken when opening the shipping package to not damage or cut the cable jacket If damage to the cable 1s suspected consult with a Campbell Scientific applications engineer e Remove the green cap after installing the sensor Save this cap for shipping or storing the sensor e Handle the sensor carefully when cleaning Be careful not to scratch the surface of the sensor Initial Inspection e Upon receipt of the CS300 inspect the packaging and contents for damage File damage claims with the shipping company Quickstart Short Cut is an easy way to program your datalogger to measure the CS300 and assign datalogge
8. IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION USE OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS TOWERS OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS CROSSARMS ENCLOSURES ANTENNAS ETC Contents PDF viewers These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document Use the PDF reader bookmarks tab for links to specific sections 1 INtroguetioni s ila 1 2 Cautionary Statements uuus0 2000 n00nnnnonnnnennnnen 1 3 INItALINSPECLON urn 1 4 QUICKSIart 0 1 5 OVEIVIEWe nennen 4 6 SPECHICALONS ica 4 fs Installation 9 7 1 oi 5 7 2 Mounting to an Instrument Mount i 6 72 1 ReguedPoosa nl aaiaia 6 7232 Mounino FroceduUl e triada 6 72 2 1 CM22SE Solar Sensor Mounting Stand 6 da Winne tothe UD AAO SSCL tiri teten 8 14 ROST e E E 9 PAM Totales olar R d aton aaa ne ea 10 8 Maintenance and Calibration 11 9 Troubleshooting 2 220 22000000an0nnnnnnnnn nun 11 Appendices A Importing Short Cut Code Into CRBasic or ECO EQ O nn een A 1 A l Importing Short Cut Code into a Program Editor A 1 Adl GRBASiC Datalo oO anne S A 1 ALa A A S A 2 B Example Programs 2 2u00 200a000au0nnunnnnnnunnnnnnn B 1 Bell ERTODO POT A B 1 B2 ERILOX
9. ase order Quotations for repairs can be given on request It is the policy of Campbell Scientific to protect the health of its employees and provide a safe working environment in support of this policy a Declaration of Hazardous Material and Decontamination form will be issued for completion When returning equipment the Repair Reference Number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package Complete the Declaration of Hazardous Material and Decontamination form and ensure a completed copy 1s returned with your goods Please note your Repair may not be processed 1f you do not include a copy of this form and Campbell Scientific Ltd reserves the right to return goods at the customers expense Note that goods sent air freight are subject to Customs clearance fees which Campbell Scientific will charge to customers In many cases these charges are greater than the cost of the repair E CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC Campbell Scientific Ltd 80 Hathern Road Shepshed Loughborough LE12 9GX UK Tel 44 0 1509 601141 Fax 44 0 1509 601091 Email support campbellsci co uk www campbellsci co uk PLEASE READ FIRST About this manual Mass Please note that this manual was originally produced by Campbell Scientific Inc primarily for the North American market Some spellings weights and measures may reflect this origin Some useful conversion factors Area 1 in square inch 645 mm 1 Ib pound weight 0 4
10. ce of the potentiometer 1s adjusted when the sensor 1s calibrated so that all sensors have the same output sensitivity The CS300 is cal brated against a Kipp and Zonen CM21 under natural sunlight to accurately measure sun plus sky radiation 360 to 1120 nm The CS300 should not be used under vegetation or artificial lights During the night the CS300 may read slightly negative incoming solar radiation This negative signal 1s caused by RF noise passing through the photo diode Negative values may be set to zero in the datalogger program For more theoretical information on the silicon photovoltaic detector see Kerr J P G W Thurtell and C B Tanner An integrating pyranometer for climatological observer stations and mesoscale networks J Appl Meteor 6 688 694 Specifications Features e Designed for continuous long term unattended operation in adverse conditions e Dome shaped head prevents water from accumulating on the sensor head e Compatible with the CWS900 series interfaces allowing it to be used in a wireless sensor network e Compatible with Campbell Scientific CRBasic dataloggers CR6 CR200 X series CR800 series CR1000 CR3000 CR5000 and CR9000 X Also compatible with Edlog dataloggers CR500 CR510 CR10 X CR23X CR7 and 21X Power requirements none self powered Sensitivity 5W m mV 0 2 mV Wm Absolute accuracy 5 for daily total radiation Cosine response 5 at 75 zenith angle 2
11. ct for the desired engineering units and datalogger type Jumps of 3 to 6 Wm are typical of CR200 X measurements due to the 0 6 mV CR200 X resolution and the 0 2 mV Wm CS300 sensitivity 11 Appendix A Importing Short Cut Code Into CRBasic or Edlog Editor This tutorial shows e How to import a Short Cut program into a program editor for additional refinement e How to import a wiring diagram from Short Cut into the comments of a custom program A 1 Importing Short Cut Code into a Program Editor Short Cut creates files that can be imported into either CRBasic Editor or Edlog program editor These files normally reside in the C campbellsci SCWin folder and have the following extensions DEF wiring and memory usage information CR6 CR6 datalogger code CR2 CR200 X datalogger code CRI CR1000 datalogger code CRS CR800 datalogger code CR3 CR3000 datalogger code CR5 CR5000 datalogger code CR9 CR9000 X datalogger code DLD contain code for CR10 X CR23X CR500 CR510 21X or CR7 X dataloggers The following procedures show how to import these files for editing A 1 1 CRBasic Datalogger Use the following procedure to import Short Cut code into CRBasic Editor CR200 X CR1000 CR800 CR3000 CR5000 dataloggers NOTE L Create the Short Cut program following the procedure in Section 4 Quickstart Finish the program and exit Short Cut Make note of the file name used when saving th
12. ction 78 is used to switch to the high resolution The disadvantage of the high resolution format 1s that 1t takes more memory per data point User Manual 8 Maintenance and Calibration On a monthly basis the level of the pyranometer should be checked Any dust or debris on the sensor head should be removed The debris can be removed with a blast of compressed air or with a soft bristle camel hair brush CAUTION Handle the sensor carefully when cleaning Be careful not to scratch the surface of the sensor Recalibrate the CS300 every three years Obtain an RMA number before returning the CS300 to Campbell Scientific Inc for recalibration 9 Troubleshooting Symptom 9999 or radiation values around 0 NOTE L Check that the sensor is wired to the single ended channel specified by the measurement instruction Verify that the range code is correct for the datalogger type Disconnect the sensor leads from the datalogger and use a DVM to check the voltage between the red and the black wires The voltage should be 0 to 200 mV for 0 to 1000 Wm radiation No voltage indicates a problem with either the photodiode or the shunt resistor both of which are potted in the sensor head and cannot be serviced Symptom Incorrect solar radiation i Make sure the top surface of the sensor head is clean and that the sensor is properly levelled Verify that the range code multiplier and offset parameters are corre
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14. derside of the crossarm to the tripod tower and to the instrument enclosure 8 Secure the cable to the crossarm and mast using cable ties CS300 Pyranometer Cable Tie 9 Remove the green cap after installing the sensor Save this cap for shipping or storing the sensor 7 3 Wiring to the Datalogger A schematic diagram of the CS300 is shown in Figure 7 1 Single Ended RED Analog Input 500 to 000 2 o typical BLACK Ground AG CLEAR U e J Ground G Figure 7 1 CS300 schematic Connections to Campbell Scientific dataloggers are given in Table 7 1 When Short Cut is used to create the datalogger program the sensor should be wired to the channels shown in the wiring diagram created by Short Cut User Manual Table 7 1 Connections to Campbell Scientific Dataloggers CR6 CR9000 X CR5000 CR3000 CR510 21X CR1000 CR500 CR7 Colour Wire Label CR800 CR10 X CR23X CR200 X CR350 Red Signal SE SE SE SE Analogue Analogue Analogue Analogue Black Signal AG n Reference Clear Shield 7 4 Programming Short Cut 1s the best source for up to date datalogger programming code Programming code is needed e when creating a program for a new datalogger installation e when adding sensors to an existing datalogger program If your data acquisition requirements are simple you can probably create and maintain a datalogger program exclusively with Short Cut If your data acquisition
15. e Short Cut program Open CRBasic Editor Click File Open Assuming the default paths were used when Short Cut was installed navigate to C CampbellSci SCWin folder The file of interest has a CRO CR2 CRI CR8 CR3 CR5 or CR9 extension for CR200 X CR1000 CR800 CR3000 CR5000 or CR9000 X dataloggers respectively Select the file and click Open Immediately save the file in a folder different from Campbellsci SCWin or save the file with a different file name Once the file is edited with CRBasic Editor Short Cut can no longer be used to edit the datalogger program Change the name of the program file or move it or Short Cut may overwrite it next time it is used 5 The program can now be edited saved and sent to the datalogger Appendix A Importing Short Cut Code Into CRBasic or Edlog Editor A 2 A 1 2 Edlog NOTE Import wiring information to the program by opening the associated DEF file Copy and paste the section beginning with heading Wiring for CRXXX into the CRBasic program usually at the head of the file After pasting edit the information such that a character single quotation mark begins each line This character instructs the datalogger compiler to ignore the line when compiling the datalogger code Use the following procedure to import Short Cut code into the Edlog program editor CR10 X CR500 CR510 CR23X CR7 or 21X dataloggers
16. ft of the screen on Wiring Diagram to see how the sensor is to be wired to the datalogger The wiring diagram can be printed out now or after more sensors are added Progress 1 New Open Datalogger Sensors Outputs Finish Wiring Wiring Diagram Wiring Text Eile Program Tools Help CR1000 CR1000 Wiring Diagram for untitled scw Wiring details can be found in the help file S300 SlrkW SlrMJ Red Clear Ground Black Ground CR1000 1H Select any other sensors you have then finish the remaining Short Cut steps to complete the program The remaining steps are outlined in Short Cut Help which is accessed by clicking on Help Contents Programming Steps CS300 Pyranometer O 6 Overview 8 If LoggerNet PC400 RTDAO or PC200W is running on your PC and the PC to datalogger connection is active you can click Finish in Short Cut and you will be prompted to send the program just created to the datalogger 9 If the sensor is connected to the datalogger as shown in the wiring diagram in step 6 check the output of the sensor in the datalogger support software data display to make sure it is making reasonable measurements The CS300 measures incoming solar radiation with a silicon photovoltaic detector mounted in a cosine corrected head Output from the detector is a current which 1s converted to voltage by a potentiometer potted in the sensor head The resistan
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19. r wiring terminals Use the following procedure to get started 1 Install Short Cut by clicking on the install file icon Get the install file from either www campbellsci com the ResourceDVD or find it in installations of LoggerNet PC200W PC400 or RTDAO software Eo Sowas CS300 Pyranometer 2 The Short Cut installation should place a Short Cut icon on the desktop of your computer To open Short Cut click on this icon N 3 When Short Cut opens select New Program Short Cut File Program Tools Progress 1 New Open Help Test Welcome to Short Cut Short Cut will help you generate a datalogger program The basic steps are 1 Create New Open Program 2 Select Datalogger 3 Select Sensors 4 Select Outputs 5 Finish Compile the Program lt Click New Program to begin Open Program Click Open Program to open an existing Short Cut program 4 Select Datalogger Model and Scan Interval default of 5 seconds is OK for most applications Click Next fl File Program Tools Help Test Progress 1 New Open 2 Datalogger Sensors Outputs Finish Wiring Wiring Diagram Wiring Text Datalogger Model SE CR1000 Scan Interval Is Seconds Select the Datalogger Model for which you wish to create a program Select the Scan Interval This is how frequently measurements are made 4 Previous 5 User Manual Under the Available Senso
20. rage flux Wm and a daily total flux density MJm Negative values are set to zero before being processed Wiring for the examples is given in Table B 1 Table B 1 Wiring for Example Programs Colour Description CR1000 CR10X B 1 CR1000 Program CR1000 Declare Variables and Units Public SlrW Public S1rMJ Units SlrW W m2 Units S1rMJ MJ m Define Data Tables DataTable Table1 True 1 DataInterval 0 60 Min 10 Average 1 SlrW FP2 False EndTable DataTable Table2 True 1 DataInterval 0 1440 Min 10 Totalize 1 S1rMJ IEEE4 False EndTable Main Program BeginProg Scan 10 Sec 1 0 Measure CS300 Pyranometer VoltSe SlrW 1 mV250 1 1 0 60Hz 1 0 0 use 1000 mV range for the CR5000 CR9000 For the CR1000 use the Auto Range or Set negative values to zero mV 2508 range for gt 1200 w m intensities If Slrw lt Then SlrW 0 Convert mV to MJ m for a 18 second scan rate SlrMJ S1rW 0 00005 Convert mV to W m SlrW S1rwW 5 0 Call Data Tables and Store Data CallTable Table1 CallTable Table2 NextScan EndProg B 1 Appendix B Example Programs B 2 CR10X Example Program CR10X Table 1 Program 01 10 0000 Execution Interval seconds Measure CS300 pyranometer 1 Volt SE P1 1 1 Reps 2 24 250 mV 60 Hz Rejection Range use 500 mV range for the CR7 and 21X 1000 mV range for the CR23X For the 3 1 SE Channel CR10X use range code or 25 for 4 1 Loc SlrW gt
21. rement However pyranometers mounted at heights of 3 m or less are easier to level and clean CS300 Pyranometer 7 2 Mounting to an Instrument Mount 7 2 1 Required Tools Tools required for installation on a tripod or tower Small and medium Phillips screwdrivers 1 2 in open end wrench for CM225E Tape measure UV resistant cable ties Side cut pliers Compass Step ladder 7 2 2 Mounting Procedure 7 2 2 1 CM225E Solar Sensor Mounting Stand CAUTIONThe CM225E should never be mounted directly to a vertical pipe Instead the CM225E should be mounted to a crossarm This avoids reflections from the vertical pipe onto the sensor 1 Mount the crossarm to the tripod or tower 2 Place the CM225E s U bolt in the bottom holes and secure the CM225E to the crossarm by tightening the U bolt nuts CM225E Stand CM200 Series Crossarm User Manual 3 Place the CS300 in the centre of the 010355 base levelling fixture Holes for Mounting Screws Levelling Screws 010355 Base 4 Loosely mount the 010355 base levelling fixture on the CM225E Do not fully tighten the three mounting screws Holes for Mounting Screws Bubble Level 5 Turn the levelling screws as required to bring the bubble of the bubble level within the ring 6 Tighten the mounting screws to secure the assembly in its final position Check that the pyranometer 1s still correctly levelled and adjust as necessary 7 Route the sensor cable along the un
22. rovided in product manuals Manuals are available at www campbellsci eu or by telephoning 44 0 1509 828 888 UK You are responsible for conformance with governing codes and regulations including safety regulations and the integrity and location of structures or land to which towers tripods and any attachments are attached Installation sites should be evaluated and approved by a qualified engineer If questions or concerns arise regarding installation use or maintenance of tripods towers attachments or electrical connections consult with a licensed and qualified engineer or electrician General e Prior to performing site or installation work obtain required approvals and permits Comply with all governing structure height regulations such as those of the FAA in the USA e Use only qualified personnel for installation use and maintenance of tripods and towers and any attachments to tripods and towers The use of licensed and qualified contractors is highly recommended e Read all applicable instructions carefully and understand procedures thoroughly before beginning work e Wear a hardhat and eye protection and take other appropriate safety precautions while working on or around tripods and towers e Do not climb tripods or towers at any time and prohibit climbing by other persons Take reasonable precautions to secure tripod and tower sites from trespassers e Use only manufacturer recommended parts materials and tools Utilit
23. rs and Devices list select Sensors Meteorological Solar Radiation folder Select CS300 Pyranometer Click to move the selection to the Selected device window Default units are kW m for flux density units and mJ m for total flux These can be changed by clicking the Flux Density and Total Flux boxes and selecting different values File Program Tools Help Progress 1 New Open 2 Datalogger Available Sensors and Devices y CR1000 a 44 Sensors lt i b Generic MeSSurements Barometric Pressure 9 Geotechnical amp Structural 3 Sensors gt amp Meteorological 4 Outputs pol 5 Finish gt I Precipitation _ p ij Relative Humidity amp Tempe p 4 Soil Moisture Wiring a y Solar Radiation Wiring Diagram Wiring Text CM3 Pyranometer Q CNR1 Net Radiometer i CNR2 Net Radiometer L CNR4 Net Radiometer gt CS300 Pyranometer l _ LI190SB Quantum Sens LI200S Pyranometer LI200X Pyranometer Properties Wiring L CMP3 CMP6 CMP11 Pyri Selected Sensor Measurement 4 CR1000 4 Default Battv PTemp_C e lt O C5300 Pyranometer Version 15 Flux Density SIrkw kw m 2 v Total Flux SIrMJ lt CS300 Pyranometer Units Measured Flux Density kW m42 W m42 or cal cm 2 min Units Measured Total Flux MJ m 2 kJ m 2 or cal cm 2 Cox conca tilo After selecting the sensor click at the le
24. seconds Nearby AC power lines electric pumps or motors can be a source of electrical noise If the sensor or datalogger is located n an electrically noisy environment the measurement should be made with the 60 or 50 Hz rejection integration option as shown in the example programs 7 4 1 Total Solar Radiation If solar radiation is totalized in units of kJ m there is a possibility of over ranging the output limits For CRBasic dataloggers you can avoid this by using the IEEF4 or long data format With the Edlog dataloggers the largest number that the datalogger can output to final storage is 6999 in low resolution default and 99999 in high resolution For Edlog dataloggers if you assume that the daily total flux is desired in kJ m and assume an irradiance of 0 5 kW m the maximum low resolution output limit will be exceeded in just under four hours This value was found by taking the maximum flux the datalogger can record in low resolution and dividing by the total hourly flux 6999 kJ m seo 0 5 kJ m s 1 3600 s hr 1 To circumvent this limitation for Edlog dataloggers record an average flux Then during post processing multiply the average flux by the number of seconds in the output interval to arrive at an output interval flux Sum the output interval totals over a day to find a daily total flux Another alternative for Edlog dataloggers 1s to record total flux using the high resolution format Instru
25. y and Electrical e You can be killed or sustain serious bodily injury if the tripod tower or attachments you are installing constructing using or maintaining or a tool stake or anchor come in contact with overhead or underground utility lines e Maintain a distance of at least one and one half times structure height or 20 feet or the distance required by applicable law whichever is greater between overhead utility lines and the structure tripod tower attachments or tools e Prior to performing site or installation work inform all utility companies and have all underground utilities marked e Comply with all electrical codes Electrical equipment and related grounding devices should be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician Elevated Work and Weather e Exercise extreme caution when performing elevated work e Use appropriate equipment and safety practices e During installation and maintenance keep tower and tripod sites clear of un trained or non essential personnel Take precautions to prevent elevated tools and objects from dropping e Do not perform any work in inclement weather including wind rain snow lightning etc Maintenance e Periodically at least yearly check for wear and damage including corrosion stress cracks frayed cables loose cable clamps cable tightness etc and take necessary corrective actions e Periodically at least yearly check electrical ground connections WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT
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