Ammonit Data Logger Manual

Data Logger / Datenlogger - Series 32
WICOM - 32
METEO - 32
METEO - 32X
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measuring wind power

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Manual Data Logger English
Edition 1.4.0.
Order No. WICOM-32: P2500.3
METEO-32: P2510.3
METEO-32X: P2520.3
February 2005
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Ammonit Data Logger Manual
Dear Customer,
The Data Logger from Ammonit is a piece of professional equipment with

which you can record the meteorological details of a location, and all the data
necessary for estimating the wind energy potential of a site. The logger can be
used flexibly and is suited for a wide range of applications. The implemented
standards of measurement evaluation and data security meet the
requirements of professional specialists. But the ease of use means that even
beginners can handle the Data Logger successfully.
Read the manual carefully before installation, and please remember that time
spent now setting up the logger properly might save you from losing important
data!
We hope you find this manual clear and easy to understand. If you have any
comments or suggestions please do not hesitate to let us know.
You can contact us at:
Tel.: +49 (0)30 600 31 88-0
Fax +49 (0)30 600 31 88-10
E-mail info@ammonit.com
Website: www.ammonit.com
We wish you success in your work!
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Contents
Contents
1. Installation 5
1.1. Overview 5
1.2. Starting up 8
1.3. Display & button functions 9
2. Sensors 15
2.1. Anemometer 15
2.2. Wind vane 16
2.3. Hygro/Thermo 16
2.4. Air pressure 17
2.5. Pyranometer 18
2.6. Precipitation sensor 18
2.7. Recording other inputs 19
2.8. Ultrasonic anemometer 19
2.9. External sensor power supply 20
2.10. The Xtend-inputs 20
2.11. Internal measurements 21
2.12. External signal converters 21
2.13. Logger cascading 22
3. Data registration 23
3.1. Measurement series 23
3.1.1. Scan intervals 23
3.1.2. Log interval 23
3.1.3. Pre-evaluation in the log interval 24
3.1.4. Storage organisation or time series 24
3.1.5. Data format of measurement series 25
3.2. Wind statistics 26
3.2.1. Frequency distribution of the wind speed 27
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3.2.2. Frequency distribution of wind direction 28

3.2.3. Data format on the display 29
3.2.4. Data format in PC 30
3.3. Slow Motion Recorder (SMR) 32
4. Data Logger and PC 35

4.1. Software CALLaOLOG02 35
5. Warnings 45
6. Remote monitoring with GSM 47
7. Energy supply 51
7.1. Battery supply 51
7.2. Connecting to an external power supply 52
7.3. Solar power 53
7.4. Energy requirements of your system 54
7.5. Digital output 55
8. RS485 Functions 57
8.1. Online access to data 57
8.2. WindTracker 58
9. Maintenance and service 59
10. Annex 61
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1. Installation
1.1. Overview
The Data Logger is a universal tool for the detailed registration of meteorological
data.
The different types of logger "series 32" differ only in the number of input
channels, i.e. the three connection sockets of the WICOM-32 are identical to
those of the METEO-32 and METEO-32X. So it is very comfortable to use larger
loggers in smaller measurement configurations, or alternatively to start using a
smaller logger in extended measurement systems.
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All Data Loggers have the following characteristics:

• Recording of measurements at programmable intervals
• Generation of wind statistics for energy predictions
• Recording wind data in slow motion over a short period with Slow
Motion Recorder (SMR)
• 3 buttons and a 2-line display for ease of use
• An operating range from –40° to +85°C
• Low-Low-power electronics and stand-by mode for energy
conservation
• Precision real-time clock < 25 ppm over the entire temperature range
(max. deviation approx. 1 minute / month)
• Powered by standard 9V-block batteries (lithium type optional)
• Socket for external 10-26 V DC supply
• Separate supply for wind sensors, with overload cut-out
• GSM-option for data transfer and e-mail / text messages
• Self-control of supply sources and internal temperature
• Plausibility testing of measurements
• Transmission of warnings (GSM option)
• Non-transient data storage / 1000 KB (approx. 500 000 values)
• Updating of user software via serial interface and GSM
• RS232-interface for rapid data transfer at 38400 baud
• Data compression by up to 30%
• RS485-interface for options, e.g. connection of ultrasound
anemometers
• User friendly Software with schematic layout for multi-logger
management
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Socket 1: Data Socket 2: Socket 3: Socket 4: Socket 5:
Supply Wind Meteo Xtend
6-pin 5- pin 12- pin 7- pin 8- pin
RS232-Data port External supply, 3 x Wind strength 1 x rel. humidity, 4 x 12-bit-ADC
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Switching output 2 x Wind direction, 1 x air temperature, 2 x 16-bit-counter
RS485-interface Sensor supply 1 x air pressure, 2x Status
1 x global irradiation,
1 x precipitation,
sensor supply
5-channel logger: WICOM-32
10-channel logger: METEO-32
18-channel logger: METEO-32X
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Installation
1.2. Starting up
After you have unpacked the logger, you should first familiarise yourself with the
basic functions. To do this you must connect it to a power supply.
Either inset the batteries, or
connect to an external e.g. 12 V DC supply.
You will find detailed information about the energy supply in Chapter "Energy
supply".
The display then comes on and as the system starts it shows:
Am m o n i t B e r l i n
Cold Start...
The Data Logger now begins a "Cold start", i.e. the pre-set parameters are
checked and loaded. The display then shows the type of logger:
e.g. System Monitor *

METEO-32 V1.9
and the measurement operations begin.
Ex works, the Data Logger has the following default settings:
• Central European Time (CET) / Central European Daylight Savings

Time (CETDST)
• All available input channels are activated (mean values)
• Measurement interval = 1 second
• Storage interval = 10 minutes
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1.3. Display & button functions
The Data Logger has a 2-line display and three buttons on the left-hand side.
The buttons can be used to display various information and

to carry out test functions, making it easier to check the
Up
system during installation and maintenance. On-site you
Select only need to check the system is operational and start
measurement simply by pushing a button. There is no need
Down to expose sensitive equipment (notebook, PDA) to the
weather.
In order to save power, the display only comes on when necessary.
Display on: Press any button
Display off: Press and hold the button for about 2 seconds (Select)
The display switches off automatically 30 minutes after the last button was
pushed.
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The displays are grouped according to topics. You can move through the
sequence of topics by briefly pressing down the Select Button as often as
required.
Topic Contents and functions
System Reports on the current status of the logger

Monitor (e.g. time, external power supply etc.) and
the display of the measurement values of all

activated input channels
Warnings Display of warnings and error reports

GSM Manual logging on to a GSM network and
Modem display of connection status etc.

Digital Display and manual control of the digital
Control switching output

Statistics Output of the wind data statistics, as
required for wind energy predictions

Reset Resets all data records and restarts
measurements

When you have reached "Reset", pressing the -button again returns you to
the first topic "System Monitor".
When you have selected a topic, then you can press the and -arrow
buttons (Down and Up) to see the individual displays or to reach special
functions. The top line of the display will always show the chosen topic, and the
data you need will be displayed in the bottom line.
System Monitor *
An emo 1: 5.8 m/s
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System Monitor
This is where the current values are displayed: this is particularly useful during
the installation and when checking the system.
A new measurement is shown by the brief appearance of a star (* *) in the first
line of the display. Note that only activated Input Channels will be displayed, and
the measurements will be updated at the selected intervals:
Display Down Up
Logger type & version
Date & time
Supply voltage
No. of stored warnings
Measurement Channel 1
Measurement Channel 2
...
Measurement Channel n
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Warnings
Here you can see the stored warnings. For example, these might show if an
anemometer has not given an impulse for some time, or if a defective wind-vane
has been identified.
Warnings are only displayed once, and will be deleted if the cause has been put
right. If the fault occurs again then the error report will be repeated.
Display
Down Up
Number
Warning 1
Warning 2
Etc.
GSM Modem
The Data Logger can be equipped with a GSM System, so that data can be
downloaded and remote checks carried out. Normally the GSM System will be
activated at a chosen time. There are useful help functions which allow use
control the operation of the modem manually during installation.
Display Down Up
Modem not registered
Activation phase Interrupt
(Modem On, Send activation
PIN…, Search Net...
etc.)
Modem on line Switch off
(Network-Name -/- ) modem
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Digital Control
The socket for the external power supply includes a pin for a switching output
which can be controlled remotely by PC-software or GSM/SMS. The control
signal can be for example to activate a sensor heating or a modem. Here this
signal can be switched on or off manually.
Display Down Up
OFF (Pin is open)
ON (Pin is GND)
Statistics
The wind statistics required for energy applications can be read off the display
and noted. In the first line you will see in parentheses what the second line
displays, for example (run) refers to the statistics currently being set up.
Display Down Up
Logger no. & start date
No. of evaluations
Mean - Anemometer 1
Max. - Anemometer 1
Frequency 0..1 m/s
Frequency 1..2 m/s
Etc.
See description of
statistical data
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Reset
The Reset function starts the logger again and deletes all the existing data. It is
normally only needed after the installation or relocation of the Data Logger to
restart the system. Re-setting involves pressing the buttons in a specific
sequence in order to prevent unintended or unauthorised deletion of data.
Display Down Up
reset?
Reset?
REset?
etc. (until the display
shows RESET)
RESET!
Look out! 1. Press
down and 2. Press down
hold! in addition!
3. Release
button!

RESET!
or "u missed it", if it
failed
The configuration parameters are not deleted or changed using the "RESET"
function. For information about these changes see the chapter on
"Maintenance".
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2. Sensors
The connections to the sockets of the individual logger types are 100%
compatible. The WICOM-32 can register three wind speeds and two wind
directions, whereas the METEO-32 also has additional sockets for humidity,
temperature, air pressure, global irradiation and precipitation and the METEO-
32X has additional inputs which are not pre-defined (ADC, Counter, Status).
Details of the wiring to the sockets is provided in the Annex.
2.1. Anemometer
To measure wind speed attach an anemometer with impulse output. The
characteristic of the anemometer is given in the form of a linear equation with a
gradient and an intercept at 0 m/s:
v=a·I+b v= Wind speed

a= Gradient of characteristic
I= Pulse rate
b= Intercept of characteristic
The parameters are entered with the "CALLaLOG" software: the gradient is in
0.1mm/pulse rate and the intercept in cm/s.
The Data Logger counts the pulses of the anemometer signal and calculates the
wind speed (in m/s) to one decimal place. The individual measurement values
therefore represent exact means for each completed measurement interval.
The display shows the wind speed in [m/s]
System Monitor *
Anemo1: 5.8 m/s
All wind speed values are stored in dm/s, so that they must be divided by 10
before being used (this can be done automatically by the "CALLaLOG" program
during data transfer).
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2.2. Wind vane

To register the wind direction attach a serial opto-electronic sensor or a wind
vane with a potentiometer, which should have a total resistance of 2000 Ω -
10 k Ω. The potentiometer is addressed ratiometrically, to make allowance for
temperature and cable influences on the measurements. Results are
independent of fluctuating supply voltages and the resistance of the
potentiometers. The resolution of a 2000Ω-vane is 1° with a precision of ±1°
over the entire temperature range. Calibration is not necessary, but may help to
correct for any offset of the wind vane introduced during the installation.
d=U+O d = Wind direction

U = Measured value
O = Offset (Angular deviation to North)
The measurement values are presented in 1°-steps f rom 1° ... 360°, measured
clockwise:
Vane1 : 342°
Any implausible measurement values are documented as "777".

The directional data is stored in 1 degree steps. Mean values are calculated,
and of course the mean of "1°" and "359°" is record ed as "North (360°)" and not
"180°"!
2.3. Hygro/Thermo
These inputs are only available for the "METEO" versions.
Either a simple temperature sensor (e.g. the "TPC", P6471) or a combined
hygro / temperature sensor (e.g. the "KPC", P6831) can be connected directly to
the "Hygro/Thermo" socket.
The temperature sensor contains a resistance thermometer, and the
measurement is converted by the sensor into a voltage proportional to the
temperature. For the correct evaluation of the measurement signal enter the
gradient and the intercept of the sensor characteristic as parameters.
T=a·U-b T= Temperature
a= Gradient
U= Measured voltage
b= Intercept
The gradient is in °C/V. The temperature reading in °C for 0 V output voltage is
entered as the Intercept value.
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The display shows the value in °C:
Temp.1: 18.4°C
Temperature data is stored in tenths of a Kelvin. [0°C = 273,15 Kelvin]

The humidity sensor consists of a capacitor sensor element with an integrated
converter circuit.
For the calculation enter the gradient in %rel.humidity .

Volt
F=a·U F = Relative humidity

a = Gradient
U = Measured voltage
The display shows the relative humidity as a percentage:
Hygro : 45 %
The relative humidity values are stored in % .
2.4. Air pressure

A barometric sensor can be attached with an active analog output, such as the
Vaisala "PTB100A" or the "AB60" from Ammonit. The output signal is
proportional to the air pressure. You have to enter the start of the measurement
range [in hPa] and the gradient of the sensor characteristic in [hPa/V] as
parameters.
P=a·U+b P= Air pressure

a= Gradient of characteristic
U= Measured voltage
b= Intercept of characteristic
The display shows the air pressure in hPa:
Baro: 1017 hPa
The data is stored in hPa.
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2.5. Pyranometer
Pyranometer, e.g. from the "CM" series of Kipp & Zonen, will be connected via
pre-amplifier which aligned the µV signal to the data logger (0 - 1.2V). The
output signal is proportional to the global radiation.
For the calibration you must enter the gradient of the characteristic in
[ W/m²/V ] as parameters.
R=a·U R = Global radiation

a = Gradient
U = Measured voltage
The display shows the global radiation in W / m²
Pyrano: 926 W/m2
The global radiation values are stored in W / m².
2.6. Precipitation sensor

Registering precipitation requires an impulse input, for example from a "Rain
Gauge" from R.M.Young (P6720/1).
For the calibration you must enter the gradient of the characteristic in [µm /
impulse].
N=a·I N = Amount of precipitation

a = Gradient of characteristic
I = No. of impulses registered
The display shows the precipitation during the last measurement interval
[0.1 mm]:
Rain: 4.8 mm
Data is stored in [0.1 mm/minute], so that before evaluation the numbers must
be divided by 10.
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Sensors
2.7. Recording other inputs

The Data Logger converts the input signals of the sensors into predefined
measured variables. The impulses of an anemometer are converted for example
into m/s based on the entered calibration values. If you set the calibration factor
Slope = 0, thereby the internal conversion is switched off and the measurement
categories are indicated as master data. (Signal inputs in Hz with resolution of
0,1 Hz, Analog inputs in mV)
Master data of measurement categories
Input Measurement range Resolution
Anemometer 1...3 0 ... 1000 Hz 0.1 Hz
Rel. humidity 0 ... 1200 mV 0.1mV
Air temperature 0 ... 1200 mV 0.1mV
Air pressure 0 ... 5000 mV 0.5 mV
Rain 0 ... 1000 Hz 0.1 Hz
2.8. Ultrasonic anemometer

All Ammonit Data loggers can be used in combination with meteorological
ultrasound sensors from Gill Instruments for wind measurements. These high-
resolution, one to three dimensional sensors (WindSonic, WindObserver, or
WindMaster) are connected via the RS485 interface (2-wire cable) and activated
via their own channel in the "Channels“ window of the CALLaLOG02 software.
Sonic Hor.: Horizontal wind speed in cm/s
Sonic Dir.: Wind direction in degrees
Sonic Ver.: Vertical wind speed in cm/s (nur Master)
Note that the vertical wind speed is stored with an offset of "1000". Three-digit
values indicate downward air flows.
Before connecting up the sensors these should be configured appropriately. The
necessary settings are shown in the connection plan. Further information about
the sensors can be found in the anemometer manuals.
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2.9. External sensor power supply

Some sensors require an operating voltage of 12 V and have to have a constant
external power supply. But because the measurements for temperature,
humidity and atmospheric pressure change relatively slowly it is usually
sufficient to take a single measurement at the end of each storage interval.
These sensors can therefore be connected to the switched power supply (Pin 5
of the Meteo socket), which significantly reduces the operating current. Note that
in this case the slope should not be set to zero.
2.10. The Xtend-inputs

The METEO-32X has additional inputs which are not pre-defined. The "Xtend"
connection socket can be used to register other analog and digital signals.
Input Measurement range Resolution
4 x 12 bit-ADC 0 … 1200 mV 0.1 mV

2 x 16 bit Counter 0 ... 1000 Hz 0.1 Hz
2 x Status OFF (=0) / ON (=100) 1%
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2.11. Internal measurements

In the Data Logger, 4 measurements are made in addition to the activated input
channels, so as to be able to check internal system parameters continually, and
if necessary to warn against overheating or the loss of a power supply (see
"Warnings"). These internal results can also be activated as normal
measurement channels and registered.
Internal measurements Meas. range Resolution
External supply 0 ... 26 V 0.1 V
Battery, left 0 ... 10 V 0.1 V
Battery, right 0 ... 10 V 0.1 V
Internal temperature -40°C ... + 80°C 1°C
Note: the internal temperature is recorded with an offset of +40°C, so it is always

necessary to subtract 40 from the value before any evaluation.
2.12. External signal converters

Ammonit Data Loggers have an internal signal converter to receive signals in
usual forms, such as frequencies, or analog voltages. However, adapted input
modules may be needed for special tasks; for example, high-resolution
temperature measurements require PT100 elements with 4-cable technology,
and when determining electric power it is better to work with signal transformers
which directly multiply voltage and current. For such applications, adapters with
an RS485 interface are available (see Gantner….) which are connected to the
Data Logger by a simple two-wire cable and controlled by means of the
standard MODBUS-protocol.
In order to receive data through such interfaces, the Data Logger has eight
additional channels (Cascade 1 .. 8), which can be activated in the usual way in
the "Channels“ window. The parameters of the attached Modbus module
(address and register) are defined under "Cascade Settings“. The data can be
stored in the format provided by the module. Note that values must lie in the
range 0 to + 65 535, and that negative values are not permissible.
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2.13. Logger cascading

In addition to external Modbus-modules, it is also possible to link up further
Ammonit Data Loggers if the of a single unit does not have enough input
channels, or if the measurements from two devices operating close to one
another are to be exactly synchronised and read out in a single data-set via the
same interface. In this case the appropriate cascade channels of the "Master“
Logger are activated and definitions are entered for each channel under
"Settings“:
Address: Number of the Slave Logger(s)

Register: Number of the required channel
(Speed 1 = 1, Speed 2 = 2 etc.)
The "Slave"-logger is cascaded via the RS485-interface and the parameters
must be set as usual (enter measurement interval, activate channels, enter
slope and offset, etc). In addition it is necessary to set the following:
Logger number: Value between 95 and 99

(matching the address in “Master”)
“Slave” mode: Activate (see “Settings” / “RS485 Options”)
Please note that:

• When the logger is in “Slave” mode no other functions are allowed via
the RS485-interface (Sonics, Scada-output, etc. must be switched off)
• A logger in "slave“ mode draws a constant 50 mA, because it can no
longer revert to standby status in the breaks between measurements.
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3. Data registration
The entire memory available on the data logger is subdivided into:
• measurement series memory
• Wind statistics memory
• Slow Motin Recorder (SMR)
The data of measurement series and wind statistics are subdivided into blocks.
In the measurement series memory, one block of data encompasses the
measurements for one day; in the statistics memory, one block encompasses
one statistic. Both individual memories are organized as shift registers. When
there is no space left in a memory, the system overwrites the respective oldest
stored block. This protects the user against data loss, because even that data
which has already been read out remains "logged" in the shift register memory
until memory space is required for newer data. Because the various data sets
overlap chronologically, data from several read-outs can be joined continuously.
3.1. Measurement series
3.1.1. Scan intervals
Initially, each sensor sends an electrical signal to the output which represents
the measured quantity as a function of time. Within the data logger, these
signals are converted to numerial values in certain regular intervals controlled by
an internal real-time clock. These values form the basis for all further
evaluations and are henceforth referred to as "scan values". The time interval
between each scan can be selected as the so-called
scan interval, in the range 1 ... 60 seconds
3.1.2. Log interval

Of course, you can also imeediately store each measured value. However, in
typical long-term measurements, several scan values are collected together
before they are stored. The time within such a routine is carried out is referred to
as the log interval. You determine the length of this interval by specifying a fixed
number of scan values: 1 ... 9999
i.e. a whole numbered multiple of scan interval. Many short scan intervals or a
few long ones can lead to log intervals of the same length. In many applications
your settings are specified to be in accordance to a standard. In other cases it is
best to choose scan intervals of at least 10 seconds.
Shorter intervals may be necessary for turbulence measurements.
Please note also, that power consumption increases at shorter scan intervals.
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3.1.3. Pre-evaluation in the log interval

The scan values acquired within a log interval can be separately programmed
and calibrated for each channel.
3.1.4. Storage organisation or time series

The shift register for the measurement series is subdivided into blocks. Each
block encompasses one day; the system automatically inserts a block mark after
midnight. Each block mark has a time code assigned to it. After the entire
memory is allocated, the oldest block - this corresponds to one day - is deleted.
When the system is being programmed such that the entire
memory is occupied before a block mark has been set, the system
stops logging the time series when there is no more space. In this
case it is only possible to free the memory by pressing "Reset".
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3.1.5. Data format of measurement series

Data output can be in TEXT files as ASCII code that the user can read directly
and process with most text editors. A new time code is inserted into the data
after a RESET, after a cold start or after an interruption in the measurement
operation and automatically at:
Identification letter
Starting time /
and date
Scan interval in [s]
Number of scan
values
T 10/20/92 11:13:33 10*600

Product delivers
log interval
in seconds
Using "CALLaLOG" software to transfer data converts the time code into time
and date at the beginning of each line.
The data for one log interval is displayed in one line. The numbers are
separated by BLANKS, leading zeros are suppressed and at the end of each
line there is the control character for "line end": CR. The order and the number
of columns correspond to the parameters programmed into the parameter file.
Example of a measurement delivering a wind speed:
average value (4.5 m/s), maximum value (6.2 m/s), standard deviation (1.4 m/s)
and mean wind direction 156°:
45 62 14 156
Synchronisation Scan interval
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Generally, the user will want to think and work in "round" intervals. To support
this, the scan interval is always synchronised to the full minute. Thus, after a
RESET command, the user must wait until the clock reaches the next full minute
before the just programmed measurement operation starts.
Synchronisation
Log interval
Every midnight the log interval is synchronised to the full hour - even if this
results in an incomplete log interval just before 24:00 hrs.
3.2. Wind statistics

Input quantities such as wind speed and wind direction have an extremely
dynamic nature. Characteristically they change both within short periods
("gusts") as well as in long-term periods (such as in seasonal rhythms.
Thus, during the last few years, in certain areas of application such as wind
energy utilization, a number of standard procedures have been developed for
characterizing local wind regimes with just a few statistical values and tables.
You can directly apply some of these methods for your pre-evaluations. A
particular area of the memory is reserved for statistical data. When the blocks
reserved for statistics are full, the system overwrites the respective oldest block
with the next new statistic.
Statistics parameters
Memory reserves: 4 Statistics
Averaging time: 1 Minutes
Store statistic after: 1 Monthly (calender
month)
Each statistic of Data Logger provides:

• Mean and maximum value of wind speed
• Frequency distribution of wind speed
• Frequency distribution of wind direction
The wind speed that is recorded by a second anemometer at a different
measurement level calculates as well mean and maximum wind speed and
frequency distribution.
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Data registration
3.2.1. Frequency distribution of the wind speed

The frequency distribution indicates how often a certain wind speed occurs. The
Data Logger provides 29 wind classes each 1m/s wide. The upper class
contains all averaging above 28 m/s wind speed You get these values as
relative frequency in % for the whole measurement period. This provides the
analytically basis for determining the energy content of the wind and also for the
so-called Weibull distribution which is occasionally used to characterise wind
sites.
The following graph represents an example of frequency distribution of wind
speed. This graph - as well as further pictures shown in this manual - is drawn
with the evaluation software "ALWIN for Windows" (copyright Deutsches
Windenergie-Institut and Ammonit ).
ALWIN "imports" the measurement data of a Data Logger directly to your PC.
Above picture shows the frequency distribution as diagram. ALWIN calculates
the parameter for Rayleigh- and Weibull distribution from the measurement data
(see above curves in the diagram). And it links the data with the power curves of
various wind energy converters. Thus, you get a prognosis of the energy yield,
but keep in mind to consider further influences as hub height and air density.
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3.2.2. Frequency distribution of wind direction

The recorded wind direction is classified into sectors of 10° aperture each. The
36 sectors are north centred and start with the sector zero= S0 (355° to 5°). For
each sector you get the average wind speed and the frequency distribution of
the wind direction as well as the mean wind speed for the resp. sector,
measured with anemometer no. 1.
Graph in ALWIN:
The left part of the graph shows the frequency distribution of the wind direction
and the right part the mean wind speed of the resp. sector. At the site of above
example most of the energy can be gained from west to north west direction:
important for positioning of several WECs at one site.
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3.2.3. Data format on the display

If you have activated the theme "Statistics" with the button, you can read off the
statistical data on display.
First you get the headline of the current statistic on display:
99 03feb03 00:00
The headline starts with device number, followed by the date and hour at which
the following statistic was created ( here 3. February 2003, 00:00 o’clock at
midnight).
The following output show the number of previous measurements, than avarage
and maximum wind speed of the first anemometer.
Data 12345* 1min
S1(ave): 8.2 m/s
S1(max): 23.4 m/s
The frequency distribution of wind speed follows:
0- 1 m/s 0.7%
1- 2 m/s 7.2%
etc. as long as the data is in the classes. The sum made up fromall wind classes
may deviate insignificantly from 100 % due to rounded values.
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Next the frequencies of the wind direction devided in 36 sectors with 10° wide
each, together with the average wind speed in this sector measured with
anemometer 1. Sectors with no values are not shown.
D 0 1.9% 3.4
D 1 1.2% 3.2
etc.
If you recorded a second wind speed, next the values S2(ave) and S2(max) as
well as the frequency distribution of the second anemometer follow.
Now the output of the current statistic block is finished.
3.2.4. Data format in PC
The data is stored ALWIN compatible as text file on your PC. If you would like to
integrate the data in specific evaluation software, see below information about
data format.
Each statistic starts with a status line:
ID code "#" for statistics block
Device-Nr. 08
Start: 20.10.89 21:13 hrs
Time passed:
738 minutes (always 5 digits)
Averaging time: 10 minutes
#08102089211300738 10
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ID character
Mean wind speed 3,5 m/s
Maximum wind speed 7 m/s
Frequency distribution of the 29 wind

classes [min]
v 35 70 41 111 12 4 1 0 0 ... 0 0 0
Frequency distribution of wind speed (anemometer 1):

and for a second anemometer
v2 47 84 66 98 110 180 12 77 ... 0 0
Frequency distribution of wind direction and wind speed distribution for each
sector:
ID character for wind rose
No. of sektor
Mean wind speed
Maximum wind speed
Absolute frequencies
Wind classes 1..29
v/r-0 31 53 0 1 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
v/r-1 37 56 0 0 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
v/r-2 22 54 1 11 0 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
v/r-3 13 37 6 40 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
v/r-4 12 15 5 67 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
et c.
v/r-35 10 3 18 0 0 1 3 4 5 0 0 5 2 9 6 9 6 1 4 1 3 2
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3.3. Slow Motion Recorder (SMR)

The Ammonit Data Logger can also be used to record wind data in slow motion
over a short period. After being started by a programmable event, the wind input
data will be stored at selected intervals directly into a separate read-only
memory. In all, 180 measurement lines can be recorded; this corresponds for 1-
second measurement intervals to a duration of 3 minutes, for lower
measurement frequencies a correspondingly longer period of time will be
covered. Like the statistical data, the data will only be transferred when called
up.
Various events can trigger the signal which starts measurements:
• An individual wind speed 1 above the pre-set threshold value
• A mean value over 3 seconds of the wind speed 1 exceeding the pre-
set measurement value
• A start signal is given by an online command via the CALLaLOG
software
• A start signal is sent to the Logger using the text message (SMS)
command "T"
To allow you to make best use of this option, several parameters can be
adjusted:
• The threshold for the start signal in [dm/s].
• The switching output is activated during a recording
• Recurring recordings are possible, in case there is a new event
• After a measurement, the initial measurement value can be set as the
new threshold
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The start signal can also lead to a text message (SMS) being sent to a pre-set
GSM-number. This function can be switched on by the recipient sending the
message "E+" to the Logger. This is a very simple way of achieving an
automatic alarm when the wind speed exceeds a chosen value. Please note that
in the case of repeat events, a new text message will be sent each time. The
function can be switched off at any time by sending the message "E-".
The data is stored in text files in a separate directory. At the start of every file a
line specifies the time when the start signal was received. The number of
columns and the order of the data in a line are always the same, however many
sensors are attached: the first three columns are for the 3 anemometers, and
this is followed by the values for the two wind vanes.
In the example only one sensor was attached in each case:
E 02/27/03 11:57:00 1*1
57 0 0 257 777
56 0 0 257 777
54 0 0 256 777
56 0 0 257 777
61 0 0 254 777
60 0 0 253 777
61 0 0 251 777
61 0 0 252 777
etc.
... in all 180 lines (900 measurement values)
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4. Data Logger and PC

4.1. Software CALLaOLOG02
The program "CALLaLOG02" enables simple configuration, monitoring and

manually or time- controlled data transfer. Each user-defined measurement
system can be attached over modem or cable. Several logger can be grouped in
individual projects and each project can be assigned its own interface and a
separate inquiry time.
All projects with user-defined measurement systems can be supervised with this
software fast and clearly.
Commonly used settings can be access over a Button directly. For example: a
"click" on the Button "Settings..." will be indicated the most important attitudes of
the selected Data logger and a click on the button "Channels" will be able to see
and configure the different channels.
The software "CALLaLOG02" and a suitable cable for connection between PC
and logger are included in delivery with Ammonit Data logger.
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Quick start CALLaLOG2002

Your Data Logger is supplied with CALLaLOG2002 software for WINDOWS,
that A short introduction, covering:
1. Copying the necessary files
2. Creating a new client with "Projects" and "Loggers"
3. Using the WINDOWS™ TAPI Interface or the serial interface
4. Connecting a logger
5. Using the "tabsheets"
6. Using the "Settings..." window
1. Copying the necessary files

You need a drive "c.\” with a directory "c:\ammonit”. If this directory is not
present it will be automatically created during the installation of
CALLaLOG2002.
If you already have a version of CALLaLOG2002 installed on your PC please
follow these steps:
1. Create a main directory c: \ammonit\callalog02 and copy the new "*.csi"-
file contained in the software pack to this location.
2. Should the file "latestopen_client.ccl" already exist rename it to allow
creation of a new file. Now open your previous version of
CALLaLOG2002 and select "save all" in the menu..
3. Note:
If you open a new client without saving the old one, the file
"latestopen_client.ccl" will be OVERWRITTEN!
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2. Creating a new client with "Projects" and "Loggers"

The WELCOME screen
Select
"Create new Client"
and enter a name of your

choice
Select "new project" and/or "new site/logger" from the menu and enter an
appropriate name.
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After creating your project with all desired loggers, save your settings with the
"save all" command. Always save before leaving the program, or your changes
will be lost.
The button "Start with last client" on the Welcome screen allows you to quickly
and easily access your previous configuration.
3. Using the WINDOWS™ TAPI Interface or the serial interface
The WINDOWS™ TAPI Interface allows you to connect to the data logger. The
necessary settings can be made directly on the "project” page.
Click on "Select Connection Interface..." and choose a connection.
Now select "Interface settings..." to configure the connection.
When leaving the WINDOWS™ TAPI window you

might experience a short pause before it closes.
This is normal, and does not indicate an error in
the settings..
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4. Connecting a logger
Connect your data logger to the COMx port.
On activating a logger, the button "connect" appears on the "logger" page.
The "connect" button activates the link directly via COMx or alternately via
modem and transmits the password. After successful connection the other
buttons are activated too.
You can close the connection by selecting "disconnect.." at any time. Selecting
a different logger/client/project will also close the connection.
5. Using the "tabsheets"
The connection to the Data Logger is separated every time you change a
"tabsheet" or select a symbol. You see the tabsheets on the right side of the
screen.
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a) The CLIENT
You can use the "Client-tabsheet" to access the directories in which you have
stored your data. Access via a network is also possible.
b) The Project
Click on a project symbol or on a button of the Client-tabsheet, to select and

interface. (See the chapter: "Using the WINDOWS™ TAPI Interface or the serial
interface")
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When you activate this tabsheet you can also see all the logger which belong to
this project.
Click on a logger symbol to gain direct access to the data from that logger.
c) Site/Logger
This is a highlight. The most frequently used commands can be accessed

directly via a button.
You can also view the settings of the Data Logger in offline mode. A connection
is only needed to make alterations.
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With the button "Go Online" you can receive a rapid overview of the data your
sensors are currently producing.
6. Using the "Settings..." screen

The "Settings" screen shows the key settings of the chosen Data Logger. It is
accessed using the "Settings..." button in the menu of the Logger page. If you
are connected with the Data Logger ("Connect.." on), then you can alter the
settings as required.
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You have direct access to the settings of the Data Logger via the button
alongside.
Password
In order to avoid unwanted

alteration of the password,
it is necessary to confirm
any change:
Click on "Password" and enter the

new password.
You then have access to the
button "Upload New Password".
Confirm the new password here
and it will be stored in the Logger.
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Channels
Here you can view the configuration of the individual channels:
• The data from the Logger such as means, maximums and standard
deviations
• The generation of the measurement and storage intervals
• The calibration data (gradient (slope) and intercept (offset))
Give the slope value in 0.1mm, the offset value in cm.
Here too the changes must be confirmed with "Upload New Settings".
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Warnings
5. Warnings
In the Data Loggers, measurement values are constantly being checked for their
plausibility. As soon as a fault is identified or suspected, the relevant information
is stored. This might involve an anemometer which has not given an impulse
over a longer period of time, or the solar power supply which is not recharging
the battery sufficiently. The warning list can be viewed on the display, and every
fault will be reported by text message to a specified recipient if this option has
been activated in advance with the text message command "W+".
The following measurements are grounds for a "Warning":
• The external power supply is 5 to 11.8 V
• The voltage from one of the two batteries is 3 to 6 V
• The internal temperature is below -35°C or above 8 0°C
• An anemometer has not given an impulse for the past 12 hours
• An anemometer has measured a value above 65 m/s
• A wind-vane has not reported a value for the past 12 hours
• A wind vane reports the error code "777"
• A rel. humidity measurement lies outside the range 5 to +110%
• The temperature measurements lie outside the range –30 to +70°C
• The air pressure measurement lies outside the range pre-set offset and
1100 hPa
A measurement channel is not checked for plausibility if it has been switched off
(Pre-set slope parameter = "0").
The information in the warning list is stored after the fault has been corrected.
Only when the warning is selected on the display does it examine if this point
can be deleted.
A warning function activated by a text message can be switched off again by the
command message " W- ". Note that the warning function itself is deactivated
once the report has been sent. This prevents a series of reports being sent for
the same fault. The function must therefore be switched back on again once the
cause of the fault has been corrected.
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6. Remote monitoring with GSM

The requirements for connecting the measuring station to a GSM-network are:
External 12 V DC power supply for logger and GSM modem, e.g. a 5 Watt solar
system
The site must be covered by a network operator, and allow both data transfer
and text messaging (SMS) functions.
The modem must have an SIM card which is cleared for data transfer
Before the modem is connected, the logger must be configured with two
important entries about the supplied software:
- The PIN number of the data card if one is necessary
- A time of day when the measuring station regularly switches on the
GSM system so that it can be contacted.
If no laptop computer is available, the time setting can also be made by a text
message from a mobile phone. As a temporary solution the pre-set PIN number
"0000" can be used if the card is configured appropriately.
After you have set up the logger and connected up the modem, you can test the
functions manually (see also Chap. 1.3: Display and button functions).
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After activating the GSM modem various messages appear on the display
(Modem ON, Send PIN..., etc.) until the network has been found. As soon as the
network operator or his Network code shows on the display, the measurement
station is registered and ready. Additional information is shown on the display:
"SQ" = Signal quality, over a range from 0 (no signal to 31 (max.).
GSM Modem SQ21

Telecom —/—
An incoming call is marked by the symbol "-*-".
GSM Modem SQ21

Telecom —*—
As soon as the connection has been established the broken line "-/-" changes
to "---".
GSM Modem SQ21

Telecom ———
When receiving an SMS text message the word "SMS” is displayed instead of
the line.
GSM Modem SQ21

Telecom SMS
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Remote supervision of the system without a PC is possible with any mobile

telephone capable of sending and receiving SMS text messages. Send one of
the messages in the following table to the station’s number and you will receive
a reply either within seconds or whenever the GSM module is activated next.
Function Text
View current data A
Activate/deactivate digital output of the O+ resp. O-

Data Logger
Activate/deactivate warning messages W+ resp. W-
by mobile phone (SMS)
To set GSM settings on 02:00, 09:00, D
14:00, 21:00,
Period of the activation = at a time 1
hour
Deactivate GSM modem (stand-by) S
Start Slow Motion Recorder (SMR) T
Activate/deactivate SMR message in E+ resp. E-

case of programmed events by mobile
phone (SMS)
To set a call number for SMS information N
("warnings" and "SMR")
Afterwards all SMS informations will be
send to the addresser of these SMS
To set an email-address for SMS N 1234
( )
information ("warnings" and "SMR") abc*def.de *
( )
* 1234=call number SMS Center;
abc*def.de= email-address (please feed* instead of @ )
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In reply the logger will transmit any current data back to you (display may vary
slightly depending on the mobile phone).
Test logger Name of station (or ID number)

S55 Station
20Sept02 15:09:21 Internal date and time of logger
12.4S1 Value Speed1
12.2S2 Value Speed2
9.8S3 Value Speed3
358D1 352D2 Value Direction1 Direction2/
/ 22.0’Ti Logger internal temperature
12.4Vx Voltage of external supply
7.0Vbl 8.8Vbr Voltage of internal battery left/right
W- 1 O+ E+ Warning messages off (1 message
saved), digital output on, SMS
information on in case of programmed
event (SMR)
A warning for a measurement channel is shown by a "w" before the value.

E.g.: "w358D1" shows that an error has been registered for Wind Vane 1 (even
though the current values are obviously correct again).
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Energy supply
7. Energy supply
A reliable energy supply is essential for continuous measurements and long-
term operations. The Logger can be powered by tow standard Alkaline batteries
(9V-blocks), or by lithium type batteries. However, for long-term operations we
recommend an additional external power supply, either from a transformer,
accumulators, or a complete solar power supply. You will also need an external
power supply if you want to attach extra sensors to a METEO Data Logger.
7.1. Battery supply
Even if you use an external energy supply you should always have batteries in
the logger as a back-up in case of loss of power from the external supply.
Exchange the batteries at regular intervals, before measurements are lost. Take
care when changing a battery that no moisture enters the logger, that the battery
is inserted properly, and that the housing of the Data Logger is screwed tightly
shut afterwards.
Inserting and changing batteries:
Open the housing of the Data Logger.

Note the polarity! The positive pole (+ pole) is on the left in both cases!
Slide the battery under the spring and then push upwards
To remove a battery pull it out at the upper end.
If the Data Logger is stored for a lengthy period without being used, take the
batteries out and store them separately!
Take empty batteries out immediately!
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When operating with the internal batteries the electronics makes sure that the
one battery is completely discharged before the second one is used. This is
economical, and means that a battery can be replaced without interrupting the
measurements. So that you know which battery has to be replaced, there is a
line reserved in the "System Monitor" to display the supply voltages:
System Monitor
9.2 12.6Vex 5.9
This example shows:

• the Logger is currently operating with the external power supply (12.6 V)
• the left battery is fully charged (9.2 V) and ready ()
• the right battery (5.9V) should be replaced soon.
7.2. Connecting to an external power supply

Any external DC power supply with a maximum of 26V may be connected.
Should there be a regular power socket in the vicinity of the measuring site, a
standard transformer can be used. Preliminary test-runs at the office or in the
lab should as a rule be made with external power so as not to begin the actual
measurements with batteries which are already partly discharged.
For longer measurements it is possible to augment the batteries with a small
solar panel, thereby greatly extending their useful power delivery.
Solar power coupled with accumulators can provide continuous power to the
system. Please take into account that the usefulness of conventional recharging
governor is limited due to the small but continuous power delivery and
fluctuating ambient temperature.
Should the voltage of the external power supply fall below 9 VDC the internal
batteries take over.
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7.3. Solar power

At sites without access to a mains power supply, the system can be fitted with a
solar power supply for stand-alone operation.
Dimensions
The available solar radiation is much lower in winter than in summer. The power
system needed for stand-alone operations should therefore be planned to
maintain operations in winter.
Since the power consumption is very low, not only for the Ammonit Data
Loggers but also the sensors and GSM, stand-alone operation can be possible
with a 5 Watt solar power supply.
Direction of installation and angle of inclination
The solar panel should be set up to face towards the equator.
If the panel faces to the east or west, the power yield will be reduced by 20%.
The angle of installation should be at least 60° to the horizontal. This can also
help to ensure that the module is kept clear of snow, ice, or debris
Steel cabinet option "solar power supply"
Ammonit has a complete solar supply system on offer (Order no.: P9110.1x)
The solar power supply consists of a solar panel, accumulator and charger with
internal temperature compensation. The charger ensures that the accumulator
does not become overcharged or completely discharged, while the internal
temperature compensation uses a built-in temperature sensor to register the
ambient temperature, which affects the charging and discharging processes of
the accumulator. This help to ensure reliable and trouble-free operations over
many years.
If required, lightning protection can also be fitted.
The included accumulator is maintenance-free and is especially suited to remote
operations.
Car batteries are not suitable for solar power systems!
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7.4. Energy requirements of your system

In the Annex you will find some notes on current requirement. The current
consumption adds up from the continuous requirements for the logger,
interfaces and permanently supplied sensors on the one hand, and periodical
requirements for the actual measurements. The following graph shows the
current consumption [µA] in dependence to measurement rate. The
consumption rises considerably when the scan interval is less than 5 seconds.
The additional consumption that the interface needs during data read-out is not
considered. You can neglect this consumption if you don’t use the interface
more than 1 hour per month in long-term operation.
3000
Current consumption [µA]
additional consumption
for measurements
2000
consumption
1000
consumption
consumption
basic requirement of the
0 logger
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Measurem ent interval [s]
If you have a current consumption of 1 mA, the capacity of the internal batteries
is approx. 400...500 days. The life of the batteries decreases by up to 50% in
temperatures that are continuously below - 20°C.
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7.5. Digital output

On Pin 2 of the socket for the external power supply there is a switching output.
When inactive this has a high resistance, in the active state it is drawn to
ground.
There are several ways to activate the digital output:
• Automatically, as long as the modem is switched on
(configuration in GSM-window)
This function is only necessary if you have to switch your own modem by
means of a relay. The switched output is not needed for the Ammonit GSM-
systems, so that remains available for other uses.
• Automatically, as long as the SMR registers data (configuration in SMR
window)
Using this function a wind alarm system can be created: as soon as a
threshold value is exceeded and the SMR switched on, the switched output
is also activated (and if required an SMS text message will be sent).
• Manually via "Callalog" or SMS text message command
The manual control is often used to switch on sensor heating, e.g. a relay-
controlled accumulator. Since only a limited amount of power is usually
available in stand-alone systems, this function can now be used to switch
the heating on remotely when it is really needed.
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8. RS485 Functions
8.1. Online access to data
In some cases, it would be convenient to be able to make the measurements
from the sensors linked to the Data Logger available for other applications. For
example, the data-sets could also be used in parallel in the SCADA-system of a
wind farm control system, and processed there online. The RS485-interface
offers a number of convenient options for such purposes.
Digital data supply
When this option is activated the logger sends out a text via the serial interface
which contains the time, continuous measurement data, and stored values. The
receiver filters the required information out of this stream of data. A converter
installed directly at the Logger can also provide the data in a format required by
the network or by the transmission medium.
Modbus-controlled data access
In this case the Data Logger is defined as "Slave“, as described in the section
Sensors/Logger cascading. The receiver can call up the measurement values as
required. (It is important to use the Modbus protocol.)
Analog signal output (with external module)
If the recipient requires analog data, this can be provided by an additional
converter, also controlled via the RS485-interface. The output signals can either
be 0..10V, or alternatively 0/4..20mA.
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8.2. WindTracker
The Young WindTracker is a compact wind speed and wind direction display
which can be used directly with Ammonit Loggers. It includes a programmable
alarm output.
To install the WindTracker, connect the “A” and “B” pins between WindTracker
(RS-485 terminal) and Logger (RS485 port on “Supply”) and insert the power
supply plug.
Setting up the data logger
Start “CALLaLOG” and choose “RS485 Options”
(Connect / Settings / RS485 Options)
• Enable Wind Display output
• Select wind data channel (1 or 2) and upload new configuration.
Setting up the Windtracker

• Press and hold ENTER and SELECT keys for about 5 seconds. The
left display will show “InP”.
• Press SELECT until right display shows “SEr”.
• Press ENTER repeatedly until the display returns to normal operation.
Remarks:
• The measurement interval of the logger should not be more than 3
seconds, so as to avoid a “serial error” report on the display.
• You can activate the “Alarm” function of the wind display. Please read
the “WindTracker” manual for further information.
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9. Maintenance and service

The Data Logger generally operates without the need for maintenance. In long-
term operation it is important to ensure that all ports are well closed if they are
not in use and that the batteries are replaced in good time. Check the overall
set-up once in. The maintenance intervals for the individual sensors are
specified in the data sheets supplied with them. If very high accuracy is
required, or conditions are very demanding it may be necessary to exchange or
recalibrate sensors in the course of a measurement campaign.
The drying agent should be checked at least once a year

It is possible to reactivate the Desiccant in an air-flow Dryer at 90°C. If it is
filled into desiccant bags you can apply the same regeneration process, but
the number of regeneration cycles is limited to 2 - 3.
After ending a lengthy measuring campaign

After dismantling the measurement system, it is the ideal opportunity to check
all the components for possible wear and damage. The maintenance can also
include the re-calibration of the sensors if necessary.
Store without batteries

When the batteries are inserted the logger works completely automatically.
When storing it for a long time take out the batteries.
Information about hardware and software versions

To get the actual hardware and software information of the unit, containing the
version number and date, press the "Select" button, hold it, and additionally
press the "Up" button. Please note the displayed text, before You contact our
service.
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How to load factory settings

If You want to/need to get back all parameters, which are provided with the
unit at delivery state ("factory settings"), proceed like this:
• check if You need any collected data in the logger, if yes load and save
them
• disconnect ALL supplies (batteries, external)
• press the "Select" button, hold it down and connect one supply again
wait until You see the text "factory settings" on the display; then You can
release the "Select" button: the factory settings are loaded.
ATTENTION: As mentioned, this action clears all data within the

data logger, there is no recovery possible!
Updates
The software for the Data Loggers is constantly being developed further. In
order to allow you to benefit from the latest functions and options for your
measurement systems, it is possible to upload up-dated user software via the
serial interface, including by telephone or GSM-connections. To obtain the
necessary programming files and further information, contact
ammonit@ammonit.com.
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Annex
10. Annex
- Technical Data
- WICOM-32 - Pin assignment
- METEO-32 - Pin assignment
- METEO-32X - Pin assignment
- Connecting sockets of the Data Logger
- Chart: wire ident code
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Technical Data
Housing:
Material Polycarbonat
Dimensions HxBxT [mm]: 120 x 200 x 75
Weight approx. 1 kg
Protection type IP 65, waterproof
Connector sockets Miniature-round-socket connectors
screwed: protection type IP 67
Cap screw V2A
Power Supply:
Operating batteris 2 Alkaline-Batteries, approx. 550mAh
(9V E-Block - 6LR61 - PP3)
can be replaced by Lithium batteries
External DC 10 ... 24 Volt
Power consumption:
Standby approx. 0,5 mA between the measurements
Meas. Operation approx. 45 mA
Temperature range:
Meas. Operation - 40 ... + 85 °C
Display readable - 10 ... + 50 °C
Measurement inputs:
Anemometer
Number 3 wind speeds
Variable Pulses
Signal level TTL-Level
Meas. range 0 ... 2000 Hz
Resolution 0,1 m/s
Wind vane (potentiometric)
Number 2 wind directions
Variable resistance proportion (wiper position of the
potentiometer)
Meas. range 0° ... 360°
Resolution 1°
Potentiometer 2000 Ω ... 10000 Ω
resistance
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Wind vane (opto-electronic)

Number 2 wind speeds
Variable serial data
Meas. range 0° ... 360°
Resolution 11.25°
Humidity probe
Number 1 rel. humidity
Variable DC Voltage
Meas. range 0 V ... 1230 mV
Resolution 1% RH
Thermo probe
Number 1 temperature
Variable DC Voltage
Meas. range 0 V ... 1230 mV
Resolution 0,1 K
Air pressure probe
Number 1 air pressure
Variable DC Voltage
Meas. range 0 V... 5000 mV
Resolution 1 hPa
Rain
Number 1 Rain
Variable Pulses
Resolution 0.1 mm
Analog input
Number 4
Variable DC Voltage
Meas. range 0 .. 1200 mV
Resolution 0.1 mV
Counter
Number 2
Variable Pulses
Resolution 0.1 Hz
Status
Number 2
Variable Switcher
Signal level TTL-Level
Meas. range ON / OFF
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Measurement value processing:

Meas. interval 1...60 seconds
processing see Chapter „data acquisition“
storage capacity 4000 kByte Memory (EEPROM)
Real time clock:

Accuracy < 10 ppm at ambient temperature + 20 °C
< 25 ppm a temperature range of
- 30 ... + 60 °C
Backup-Battery 3V Lithium Button Cells CR2032,
approx. 180…230mAh
Operation period approx. 10 years
Display:
Alphanumeric display 16 character double spaced
Data In / Out:
Serial Interface
Electr. specification RS 232
Data transmission 38400baud, ASCII
Digital output (Ground / GND)

Open-Drain, 12 ... 24VDC, approx. 20mA
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Wicom-32
Connecting sockets of the Data Logger:
1. Data 6-pin
2. Supply 5-pin
3. Wind 12-pin
Pin assignment:
Pin Data
1 Data input
2 Handshake input
3 Data output
4 do not connect
5 Signal ground
6 Handshake output
Pin Supply
1 Ground / GND
2 Digital output (GND)
3** External supply: + 10 V ... + 24 V
4 RS - 485 / A
5 RS - 485 / B
Pin Wind
A Signal input / wind speed 1
B Signal input / wind speed 2
C Signal input / wind speed 3
D Wind direction 1 / Potentiometer end E / West
E Wind direction 1 / Potentiometer start a / East
F Wind direction 1 / wiper position R / Direction
G Wind direction 1 / Potentiometer start A / East
H Anemometer: output + 5V
J Wind direction 2* / wiper position R / Direction
K Wind direction 2* / Potentiometer end E / West
L** External supply: + 10 V ... + 24 V
M Ground / GND
*) Wind direction 2 / Potentiometer start: connect with Ground
**) interconnected pins
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Meteo-32
1. Data 6-pin
2. Supply 5-pin
3. Wind 12-pin
4. Meteo 7-pin
Pin assignment:
Pin Data
1 Data input
2 Handshake input
3 Data output
4 do not connect
5 Signal ground
6 Handshake output
Pin Supply
1 Ground / GND
4 RS - 485 / A
5 RS - 485 / B
Pin Wind
M Ground / GND
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Pin Meteo
1 Rel. humidity, 0 V...+1230 mV
2 Air temperature; 0 V...+1230 mV
3 Air pressure; 0 V ...+5000 mV
4 Analog: Volt 1 0 - 1,2V DC
5 Switched external supply, max. 24 VDC
6 Signal input / rain
7 Ground / GND
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Meteo-32X
1. Data 6-pin
2. Supply 5-pin
3. Wind 12-pin
4. Meteo 7-pin
5. Xtend 8-pin
Pin assignment:
Pin Data
1 Data input
2 Handshake input
3 Data output
4 do not connect
5 Signal ground
6 Handshake output
Pin Supply
1 Ground / GND
4 RS - 485 / A
5 RS - 485 / B
Pin Wind
M Ground / GND
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Pin Meteo
1 Rel. humidity, 0 V...+1230 mV
2 Air temperature; 0 V...+1230 mV
3 Air pressure; 0 V ...+5000 mV
4 Analog: Volt 1 0 - 1,2V DC
5 Switched external supply, max. 24 VDC
6 Signal input / rain
7 Ground / GND
Pin Xtend
1 12 bit ADC 1 0 ... 1200 mV
2 12 bit ADC 2 0 ... 1200 mV
3 12 bit ADC 3 0 ... 1200 mV
4 12 bit ADC 4 0 ... 1200 mV
5 16 bit Counter 1 Signal input
6 16 bit Counter 2 Signal input
7 Status OFF (=0) / ON (=100)
8 Status OFF (=0) / ON (=100)
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1. plug „Data“
(Plan view Data Logger)
2. plug "Supply"
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3. plug "Wind"
4. plug "Meteo"
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4. plug "Xtend"
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Chart: wire ident code
Pin No short name/ Farbe colour color

Kurzname
1 A ws Weiß white blanco
2 B bn Braun brown marrón
3 C gn Grün green verde
4 D ge Gelb yellow amarillo
5 E gr Grau grey gris
6 F rs Rosa pink color de rosa
7 G bl Blau blue azul
8 H rt Rot red rojo
9 J sw Schwarz black negro
10 K vio Violett violet violeta
11 L grrs Grau/Rosa grey/pink gris/ color de

rosa
12 M rtbl Rot/Blau red/blue rojo/azul
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The Data Logger from Ammonit is a piece of professional equipment with

We wish you success in your work!

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3.2.2. Frequency distribution of wind direction 28

4. Data Logger and PC 35

6. Remote monitoring with GSM 47

9. Maintenance and service 59

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All Data Loggers have the following characteristics:

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6-pin 5- pin 12- pin 7- pin 8- pin

RS232-Data port External supply, 3 x Wind strength 1 x rel. humidity, 4 x 12-bit-ADC

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5-channel logger: WICOM-32

10-channel logger: METEO-32

18-channel logger: METEO-32X

e.g. System Monitor *

and the measurement operations begin.

Ex works, the Data Logger has the following default settings:

• Central European Time (CET) / Central European Daylight Savings

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1.3. Display & button functions

The buttons can be used to display various information and

In order to save power, the display only comes on when necessary.

Display on: Press any button

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Topic Contents and functions

System Reports on the current status of the logger

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v=a·I+b v= Wind speed

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2.2. Wind vane

d=U+O d = Wind direction

Any implausible measurement values are documented as "777".

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The display shows the value in °C:

Temperature data is stored in tenths of a Kelvin. [0°C = 273,15 Kelvin]

For the calculation enter the gradient in %rel.humidity .

F=a·U F = Relative humidity

The relative humidity values are stored in % .

2.4. Air pressure

P=a·U+b P= Air pressure

Baro: 1017 hPa

The data is stored in hPa.

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R=a·U R = Global radiation

The display shows the global radiation in W / m²

Pyrano: 926 W/m2

The global radiation values are stored in W / m².

2.6. Precipitation sensor

N=a·I N = Amount of precipitation

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