HOBO® RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station Manual

The HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station provides continuous logging for a broad range of
energy and weather monitoring applications with up to ten smart sensors, optional analog sensor,
water level sensor, and relay modules, and wireless sensor motes. Data from the RX3000 station is
transferred at regular connection intervals to HOBOlink® web-based software where you can
check the latest conditions, view graphs, configure sensors and alarms, set up a dashboard,
download your data, or schedule data delivery via email or FTP. Inside its weatherproof enclosure,
this durable station has a built-in LCD screen to check the current system configuration and status,
start and stop logging, add and remove smart sensors, and connect to HOBOlink on demand. Up
to three individual relays can be activated on the optional relay module while the optional analog
module has four analog inputs that support excitation power, scaling, and statistics
HOBO RX3000 Remote measurements. An optional RXW Manager module is also available for the station to set up the
Monitoring Station HOBOnet Wireless Sensor Network, which can support up to 50 motes. All easy-to-install modules
can be configured with HOBOlink.
Models: RX3001-00-01 Ethernet
RX3002-00-01 Wi-Fi
RX3003-00-01 Cellular Specifications
RX3004-00-01 Cellular 4G Operating Range -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F); no remote communications for battery
voltage less than 3.9 V DC
Included Items:
Smart Sensor Connectors 10
• Two plates for cable access
openings with eight Smart Sensor Network Cable 100 m (328 ft) maximum
thumbscrews and one wrench Length
• Two rubber cable channels
Smart Sensor Data Channels Maximum of 15 (some smart sensors use more than one data channel;
• Rubber plugs see sensor manual for details)
• Grease packet
• Two mounting plates with Module Slots 2
four screws Logging Rate 1 second (RX3001 and RX3002) or 1 minute (RX3003 and RX3004) to 18
• Grounding wire hours
• Two U-bolts
Time Accuracy ±8 seconds per month in 0° to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) range;
Required Items: ±30 seconds per month in -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) range
• HOBOlink Battery Type/Power Source 4 Volt, 10 AHr, rechargeable sealed lead-acid; external power required
• HOBOware® 3.7.2 or later using one of these options: AC power adapter (AC-U30), solar panel
with USB cable for RX3002 Wi- (SOLAR-xW), or external power source 5 V DC to 17 V DC with external
Fi models (optional for DC power cable (CABLE-RX-PWR)
RX3001, RX3003, and RX3004 Rechargeable Battery Typical 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C
models) Service Life (-4°F to 104°F); operation outside this range will reduce the battery
• AC adapter (AC-U30) or solar service life
panel (SOLAR-xW)
Memory 32 MB, 2 million measurements, continuous logging
Optional Items: Alarm Notification Latency Logging interval plus 2–4 minutes, typical
• Smart sensors Enclosure Access Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for use with user-
• Analog sensor module supplied padlocks
(RXMOD-A1)
• Relay module (RXMOD-R1) LCD LCD is visible from 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F); the LCD may react slowly
• RXW Manager (RXMOD-RXW- or go blank in temperatures outside this range
xxx) and RXW motes Materials Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with stainless steel hinge
• Water level sensor module pins and brass inserts; Inner enclosure: Polycarbonate; Gaskets:
(RXMOD-W1) with water level Silicone rubber; Cable channel: EPDM rubber; Cable opening cover:
sensor (MX2001-0x-S or Aluminum with ABS plastic thumb screws; U-Bolts: Steel with zinc
MX2001-0x-Ti-S) and cable dichromate finish
(CABLE-RWLMOD-xxx)
Size 18.6 x 18.1 x 11.8 cm (7.3 x 7.1 x 4.7 in.); see diagrams on next page
• External DC power cable
(CABLE-RX-PWR) Weight 2.2 kg (4.85 lb)
• Tripod kit (M-TPA or M-TPB) Mounting 3.8 cm (1.5 inch) mast or wall mount
• Guy wire kit (M-GWA)
• 1/2 inch stake kit (M-SKA) Environmental Rating Weatherproof enclosure, NEMA 4X (requires proper installation of
• Grounding kit (M-GKA), cable channel system)
required if using wind speed The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant
or wind direction smart sensor directives in the European Union (EU)
Sensors, modules, and See last page
accessories are available at RX3002: FCC ID R68XPICOW, IC ID 3867A-XPICOW
[Link]. RX3003: FCC ID QIPEHS6, IC ID 7830A-EHS6; approved for use in
Taiwan and Japan
RX3004: FCC ID QIPPLS62-W, IC ID:7830A-PLS62W

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Table of Contents
Specifications .......................................................................................... 1 Setting up a Water Level Channel .................................................... 19
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a V-Notch Weir ...................... 20
Module Specifications ............................................................................. 3
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Rectangular Weir ................ 21
Device Components and Operation ........................................................ 6 Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Trapezoidal Weir................. 22
LCD Operation ......................................................................................... 7 Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a General Flume .................... 22
Setting up the Station ............................................................................. 9 Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Stage-Discharge Table......... 23
1. Log in to HOBOlink. ...................................................................... 9 Starting and Stopping Logging .............................................................. 24
2. Register the station. ..................................................................... 9 Adding or Removing Smart Sensors ...................................................... 24
3. Install optional modules or user-supplied SIM. ............................ 9
Adding or Removing Modules ............................................................... 25
4. Plug in the battery and charging device. ...................................... 9
5. Check and configure device communications. ........................... 10 Adding or Removing Analog Sensors, Relay Devices, or Water Level
6. Plug in and search for any smart sensors. .................................. 11 Sensors ................................................................................................. 25
7. Add any wireless sensor motes. ................................................. 11 Adding or Removing Motes .................................................................. 26
8. Connect analog sensors, relay devices, or water level sensors. . 12 Managing Connections to HOBOlink ..................................................... 27
9. Connect to HOBOlink. ................................................................ 13 Checking Latest Conditions with HOBOware ........................................ 27
10. Configure the station in HOBOlink. ............................................ 13
11. Start logging. .............................................................................. 17 Deploying and Mounting the Station .................................................... 27
12. If you installed a water level sensor module and sensor, Guidelines for Deploying the Station................................................ 27
obtain a reference water level reading. ..................................... 17 Guidelines for Deploying the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor
13. If you installed a water level sensor module and sensor, Network ..................................................................................... 28
configure the water level and water flow channels in Guidelines for Deploying a Water Level Sensor ............................... 29
HOBOlink. ................................................................................... 17 Installing the Grounding Wire .......................................................... 30
Mounting the Station ....................................................................... 30
Viewing Data in HOBOlink ..................................................................... 18
Installing the Weatherproof Rubber Cable Channel and Covers ..... 30
Setting System and Sensor Alarms ........................................................ 18
Care and Maintenance.......................................................................... 31
System Alarms .................................................................................. 18
Sensor Alarms ................................................................................... 19 Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 31
Setting up Water Level and Water Flow Channels in HOBOlink ............ 19 Battery Information .............................................................................. 32

Specifications (continued)
Ethernet (RX3001)
Connector One RJ45/100BaseT

Wi-Fi (RX3002)
Network Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n
18.6 cm Frequency Range 2.412–2.484 GHz
(7.3 in.)
Antenna Connector 1, no diversity supported
Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (802.11b); 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps (802.11g
802.11n, HT20 MCS0 (6.5 Mbps) to HT20 MC87 (65 Mbps)
Number of Selectable Radio Up to 14 channels; profiles available will include USA, France, Japan,
Subchannels Spain, Canada, and “Other” (multiple countries)
18.1 cm
(7.1 in.) Radio Modulations OFDM, DSSS, DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, 16QAM, 64QAM
Security WEP 64/128, WPA-PSK, AES end-to-end encryption
Maximum Receive Level -10 dBm (with PER <8%)
Receiver Sensitivity -72 dBM for 54 Mbps, -87 dBm for 11 Mbps, -89 dBm for 5.5 Mbps,
-90 dBm for 2.0 Mbps, -92 dBm for 1.0 Mbps
11.8 cm
Cellular (RX3003 and RX3004)
4.7 in.
Wireless Radio RX3003:
GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz,
UMTS/HSPA+: Five band 800/850/900/1900/2100 MHz
RX3004:
Dimensions GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
UMTS/HSPA+: Seven band 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100 MHz
LTE: Twelve Band 700/800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 MHz
Antenna RX3003: Penta band
RX3004: 4G LTE

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Module Specifications
Optional Analog Sensor Module (RXMOD-A1)
Input Channels Four, single-ended, in addition to smart sensor data channels
Measurement Range and 0–25.6 mA DC, ±5 µA ± 0.15% of reading
Accuracy 0–2.5 V DC, ±0.25 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–5 V DC, ±0.25 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–10 V DC, ±0.3 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–20 V DC, ±0.6 mV ±0.2% of reading
0–33 V DC, ±1.20 mV ±0.2% of reading
Analog Sensor Module (RXMOD-A1) Resolution 15 bits
Field Wiring Two- or three-wire via screw terminals, 16–24 AWG
Minimum/Maximum Input 0/33 V DC
Voltage
Minimum/Maximum Input 0/25.6 mA
Current
Minimum Source Impedance 20 KΩ
for Current Measurement
Excitation Voltage 12 V DC ±5% at 200 mA maximum per module
Relay Module (RXMOD-R1) Alarm Output Relays Each relay contact closure can be configured as normally open,
normally closed, or pulsed for one second
Voltage 30 V max

Optional Relay Module (RXMOD-R1)

Relays Three independent relays
Current 1 Amp max

Optional RXW Manager Module (RXMOD-RXW-xxx)

Operating Temperature -25° to 60°C (-13° to 140°F)
RXW Manager Module Range
(RXMOD-RXW-xxx)
Radio Power 12.6 mW (+11 dBm) non-adjustable
Transmission Range At least 304.8 m (1,000 ft) line of sight at 1.8 m (6 ft) from the ground,
457.2 m (1,500 ft) typical
Wireless Data Standard IEEE 802.15.4
Radio Operating Frequencies RXMOD-RXW-900: 904–924 MHz
RXMOD-RXW-868: 866.5 MHz
RXMOD-RXW-922: 916–924 MHz
Modulation Employed OQPSK (Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying)
Data Rate Up to 250 kbps, non-adjustable
Duty Cycle <1%
Maximum Number of Motes 50 motes per one RX Wireless Sensor Network
Power Source Powered by the RX3000 station
Dimensions Mote: 16.2 x 8.59 x 4.14 cm (6.38 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches)
Cable length: 2 m (6.56 ft)
Weight Mote: 159 g (5.62 oz)
Materials Mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber seal
Environmental Rating Mote: IP67
Compliance Marks RXMOD-RXW-900: See last page
RXMOD-RXW-868: The CE Marking identifies this product as
complying with all relevant directives in the European Union
(EU).
RXMOD-RXW-922: See last page

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Module Specifications (continued)

Optional Water Level Sensor Module (RXMOD-W1)

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements MX2001-01-S and MX2001-01-Ti-S

Operation Range 0 to 207 kPa (0 to 30 psia); approximately 0 to 9 m (0 to 30 ft) of
water depth at sea level, or 0 to 12 m (0 to 40 ft) of water at 3,000 m
(10,000 ft) of altitude
Factory Calibrated Range 69 to 207 kPa (10 to 30 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Burst Pressure 310 kPa (45 psia) or 18 m (60 ft) depth
Water Level Sensor Module Water Level Accuracy* Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 0.5 cm (0.015 ft) water
(RXMOD-W1) Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 1.0 cm (0.03 ft) water
Raw Pressure Accuracy** ±0.3% FS, 0.62 kPa (0.09 psi) maximum error
Resolution <0.02 kPa (0.003 psi), 0.21 cm (0.007 ft) water
Pressure Response Time <1 second at a stable temperature
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements MX2001-02-S

Operation Range 0 to 400 kPa (0 to 58 psia); approximately 0 to 30.6 m (0 to 100 ft) of
water depth at sea level, or 0 to 33.6 m (0 to 111 ft) of water at
3,000 m (10,000 ft) of altitude
Factory Calibrated Range 69 to 400 kPa (10 to 58 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Burst Pressure 500 kPa (72.5 psia) or 40.8 m (134 ft) depth
Water Level Accuracy* Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 1.5 cm (0.05 ft) water
Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 3.0 cm (0.1 ft) water
Raw Pressure Accuracy** ±0.3% FS, 1.20 kPa (0.17 psi) maximum error
Resolution <0.04 kPa (0.006 psi), 0.41 cm (0.013 ft) water
Pressure Response Time <1 second at a stable temperature
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements MX2001-03-S

Operation Range 0 to 850 kPa (0 to 123.3 psia); approximately 0 to 76.5 m (0 to 251 ft)
of water depth at sea level, or 0 to 79.5 m (0 to 262 ft) of water at
3,000 m (10,000 ft) of altitude
Factory Calibrated Range 69 to 850 kPa (10 to 123.3 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Burst Pressure 1,200 kPa (174 psia) or 112 m (368 ft) depth
Water Level Accuracy* Typical error: ±0.05% FS, 3.8 cm (0.125 ft) water
Maximum error: ±0.1% FS, 7.6 cm (0.25 ft) water
Raw Pressure Accuracy** ±0.3% FS, 2.55 kPa (0.37 psi) maximum error
Resolution <0.085 kPa (0.012 psi), 0.87 cm (0.028 ft) water
Pressure Response Time <1 second at a stable temperature
(90%)***

Pressure (Absolute) and Water Level Measurements MX2001-04-S and MX2001-04-Ti-S

Operation Range 0 to 145 kPa (0 to 21 psia); approximately 0 to 4 m (0 to 13 ft) of
water depth at sea level, or 0 to 7 m (0 to 23 ft) of water at 3,000 m
(10,000 ft) of altitude
Factory Calibrated Range 69 to 145 kPa (10 to 21 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Burst Pressure 310 kPa (45 psia) or 18 m (60 ft) depth
Water Level Accuracy* Typical error: ±0.075% FS, 0.3 cm (0.01 ft) water
Maximum error: ±0.15% FS, 0.6 cm (0.02 ft) water
Raw Pressure Accuracy** ±0.3% FS, 0.43 kPa (0.063 psi) maximum error
Resolution <0.014 kPa (0.002 psi), 0.14 cm (0.005 ft) water
Pressure Response Time <1 second at a stable temperature
(90%)***

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Module Specifications (continued)

Water Level Sensor and Cable
Dimensions Sensor (MX2001-0x-S and MX2001-0x-Ti-S): 2.54 cm (1.0 inches)
diameter, 9.91 cm (3.9 inches) length
Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-xxx): 0.47 cm ±0.03 (0.185 inches ±0.01)
diameter, 0.2 to 400 m (0.65 to 1,312 ft) length
Note: The length of the water level logger cable can vary -0% to +3%
+10 cm (3.9 inches) from the length ordered.
Weight Stainless sensor (MX2001-0x-S): Approximately 106 g (3.74 oz) in air;
approximately 53.9 g (1.9 oz) in fresh water
Titanium sensor (MX2001-0x-Ti-S): Approximately 80 g (2.83 oz) in
air; approximately 37 g (1.3 oz) in fresh water
Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-XXX): 39 g (1.38 oz) per 1 meter (3.28 ft)
Materials Stainless sensor (MX2001-0x-S): Acetal housing, Viton and Buna-N
O-rings, ceramic sensor in stainless steel end cap
Titanium sensor (MX2001-0x-Ti-S): Acetal housing, Viton and Buna-
N O-rings, ceramic sensor in Titanium end cap
Cable (CABLE-RWLMOD-XXX): Polycarbonate end cap, PVC end cap,
polycarbonate collar nut, Viton O-rings, polyurethane jacket
Environmental Rating IP68; cable is waterproof for continuous immersion up to 112 m
(368 ft), refer to sensor model specifications for sensor depth rating

Barometric Pressure (RXMOD-W1)

Operation Range 66 to 107 kPa (9.57 to 15.52 psia)
Temperature Calibrated -20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°C)
Range
Accuracy ±0.2 kPa (±0.029 psi) over full temperature range at fixed pressure;
maximum error ±0.5% FS
Water Level Accuracy* Typical error: ±0.075% FS, 0.3 cm (0.01 ft) water
Maximum error: ±0.15% FS, 0.6 cm (0.02 ft) water
Resolution <0.01 kPa (0.0015 psi)
Response Time <1 second at stable temperature
Stability (Drift) <0.01 kPa (0.0015 psi) per year

Temperature (Water Level Sensors MX2001-0x-S and MX2001-0x-Ti-S)

Operation Range -20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°F)
Accuracy ±0.44°C from 0° to 50°C (±0.79°F from 32° to 122°F), see Plot A
Resolution 0.1°C at 25°C (0.18°F at 77°F), see Plot A
Response Time (90%) 5 minutes in water (typical)
Stability (Drift) 0.1°C (0.18°F) per year

* Water Level Accuracy: With accurate reference water level measurement, known water density,
and a stable temperature environment. System Water Level Accuracy equals the sum of the
Barometric Water Level Accuracy plus the selected sensor Water Level Accuracy.
** Raw Pressure Accuracy: Absolute pressure sensor accuracy includes all sensor drift, temperature,
Plot A and hysteresis-induced errors.
*** Changes in Temperature: Allow 20 minutes in water to achieve full temperature compensation of
the pressure sensor. There can be up to 0.5% of additional error due to rapid temperature changes.
Measurement accuracy also depends on temperature response time.

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Device Components and Operation

Connect/ Antenna
Start/
Search (RX3003)
Select Stop
Station Door Button
Button Button
LCD Screen

SIM Card
(RX3003) or
Micro SIM Card
(RX3004)

Vent

Grounding Smart Sensor

USB Port Module Slots
Ethernet Battery Port Wire Port Connectors Cable Access Openings
Connector Charging Port
(RX3001)

Station Door: This is the protective, hinged door covering the Battery Port: Use this port to plug in the internal battery cable
LCD and electronics. The station serial number and device key (see Setting up the Station and Battery Information).
needed for HOBOlink registration are located on the inside of Charging Port: Use this port to plug in an AC adapter, solar
the door. panel, or external power source to keep the battery charged
LCD Screen: This shows details about system, module, and (see Setting up the Station and Battery Information).
sensor operation (see LCD Operation). USB Port: Use this port to connect the station to the computer
Select Button: Use this button to cycle through information via USB cable as needed for HOBOware.
about the smart sensors and optional modules (see LCD Ethernet Connector: Use this port to connect an Ethernet RJ45
Operation). cable for the RX3001 model (see Setting up the Station).
Start/Stop Button: Use this button to start and stop logging or Smart Sensor Connectors: Use these input jacks to connect up
clear a fault code (see LCD Operation). to 10 smart sensors (see Setting up the Station). The station can
Connect/Search Button: Use this button to connect to support up to 15 smart sensor data channels; some smart
HOBOlink or search for new smart sensors (see LCD Operation). sensors have more than one data channel.
Antenna: This is the external radio antenna for cellular Cable Access Openings: These are the two openings for
communication in the RX3003 model. The RX3002 and RX3004 connecting cables and wires to the station (see Setting up the
models use an internal antenna. Station). Install the cover plates and rubber cable channels in
SIM Card/Micro SIM Card: A SIM card is installed in the RX3003 these openings to create a weatherproof seal (see Deploying
model or a micro SIM card is installed in the RX3004 model to and Mounting the Station).
enable cellular communications. Vent. This vent allows pressure to equalize inside the station
Grounding Wire Port: Use this port to connect a grounding wire while keeping water out. Note that the pressure inside the
(see Deploying and Mounting the Station). station does not match the outside air pressure exactly.
Therefore, a barometric pressure sensor deployed within the
Module Slots: These are two slots for installing optional analog
case cannot measure the true atmospheric pressure unless it
sensor, relay, water level sensor, or RXW Manager modules
has its own unrestricted vent to the outside.
(see Setting up the Station).

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LCD Operation
This example shows all symbols illuminated on the LCD screen with an overview of what each section of the LCD represents. Refer to the
table below for details about each section and associated symbols.

System Status Logging Status

Battery and Memory Status

Connection Status

Channel and Device

Information
Smart Sensor and
Module Status

Button Symbols

System Status This part of the LCD shows the overall system status.
When the station is powered up, “Initializing System” flashes in the upper left part of the LCD. After initialization is
or complete, “System” remains illuminated and one of these symbols will appear:
indicates the system is ok.
indicates there is a problem with the system; check the Device Information panel on your station page in HOBOlink.
Connection Status This part of the LCD shows the communication method used for connecting to HOBOlink and the system connection
status.
This indicates the station is connected via a USB cable.

This indicates the station is using Ethernet to connect to HOBOlink. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.

This indicates the station is using Wi-Fi to connect to HOBOlink. This also shows the strength of the wireless signal; the
more bars there are, the stronger the signal. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.
This indicates the station is using a cellular network to connect to HOBOlink. This also shows the strength of the cellular
signal; the more bars there are, the stronger the signal. This will blink while connecting to HOBOlink.
When the station is attempting to connect or is currently connected to HOBOlink, “Connection” flashes on the LCD. After
or the connection is complete, “Last Connection” remains illuminated and one of these symbols will appear:
indicates the last connection to HOBOlink was ok.
indicates there was a problem with the last connection; check the Connections log in HOBOlink.
Smart Sensor and This part of the LCD shows the status of the smart sensors and any optional modules installed. Module 1 is installed in the
Module Status left slot and Module 2 in the right slot.
One of the following symbols will also appear next to smart sensors or a module (if applicable):
indicates the smart sensor or module is ok.
indicates there is a problem with the smart sensor or module; check your device page in HOBOlink.
indicates a sensor alarm has tripped and will flash on the LCD until the alarm is cleared; check the Alarms log in
HOBOlink.
Logging Status This part of the LCD indicates whether the station is currently logging.
“Stopped” indicates the station is not currently logging while “Logging” indicates it is currently logging. Press the
or Start/Stop button to start or stop logging as desired. Note that “Logging” will blink until the first data point is logged after
the Start button is pressed.

Battery and This part of the LCD shows the current battery level and memory.
Memory Status
or The battery indicator shows the approximate battery power remaining. In this example, the battery is fully charged. The
lightning bolt will appear when an AC adapter, solar panel, or external power source is plugged into the station. “Charging”
will flash while the battery is being charged.
When the station is logging, it will record data indefinitely, with newest data overwriting the oldest data until the station is
stopped. This continuous logging is represented by the arrow in this symbol.

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Channel and This part of the LCD shows the number of channels and other information about each module. It also shows general device
Device information. Press the Select button to scroll through four screens: the main screen, smart sensors screen, Module 1, and
Information Module 2 screens.

Main Screen Smart Sensors Screen

When viewing the main LCD screen, the total number of When viewing the smart sensors screen, the number of smart
channels in use by the system is displayed. This is a sensor channels is displayed. Note that some smart sensors
combination of smart sensor channels and enabled have more than one channel associated with them so the
sensor channels. For example, if there are 5 smart sensor number of channels may not match the number of physical
channels and 3 analog sensor channels, then 8 channels smart sensors. In this example, there are 5 smart sensor
are shown on the main screen, as in the following channels.
example.

or

Module 1 and 2
When viewing the Module 1 or Module 2 screen, When a relay module is installed, the state of each relay is
information about that particular module is displayed. If shown on the module screen. In this example, a relay module
an analog sensor module is installed, the number of is installed in the Module 2 slot so this shows whether each
enabled analog sensors is displayed in the channels count relay is open “o” or closed “c”. In this example, the first and
(three sensors in this example). If an RXW Manager third relays are open, and the second one is closed.
module is installed, the channel count represents all
measurement channels plus a battery channel for each
mote in the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor Network. For
example, one temp/RH wireless sensor has a channel
count of three as shown below: two for temperature and
RH and one for the mote battery.

If a water level sensor module is installed, the channel count is

listed as 4. This represents barometric pressure, water
pressure, differential pressure, and water temperature. Water
level and water flow channels are derived in HOBOlink and not
included in the channel count shown on the station LCD.

This will blink in the lower right part of the LCD when a firmware update is underway. It will display which module or
element is being updated.
This is a numerical code that appears when a system fault has occurred. You may need to provide this code to Onset
Technical Support. See Troubleshooting for details.
This is the version number of the station firmware. It only appears when powering up the device.

Button Symbols Use the three buttons below the following symbols to operate the station. Press any of the three buttons to turn on the
LCD.
Press this button to cycle through status information about the smart sensors and two optional modules.
Press this button to start logging. This option is not available while the station is actively connected to HOBOlink.
Press this button to stop logging. This option is not available while the station is actively connected to HOBOlink.
Press this button to connect to HOBOlink. This option is only available on the main LCD screen. It is not available when
scrolling through smart sensor and module information with the Select button. In addition, this option is not available while
a connection is underway or active.
Press this Search button for the station to detect all currently installed smart sensors or to add motes to your HOBOnet RX
Wireless Sensor Network. As you add or remove smart sensors while the station is stopped, press the Select button and
then the Search button for the system to recognize your changes. This option is not available for smart sensors while the
station is logging. To add motes to the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor Network, press the Select button to switch to the
module for the RXW Manager and then press the Search button for the station to find the motes. The station can search for
motes whether it is logging or stopped.
Use this button to clear a fault code.

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Notes on LCD Operation: If you installed an RXW Manager module:

• The LCD will turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity. Press Plug the cable from the RXW Manager mote into the jack on
any button to turn the LCD back on. the module, making sure the cable is inserted through the
• There can be a delay before the LCD updates. For bottom of the station case. Do not reconnect the power on
example, if you plug in an AC adapter, it may take a few the station until the mote is plugged in as shown.
seconds before the lightning bolt icon appears on the
LCD. This delay is by design to preserve battery life.
Setting up the Station
Follow these steps to set up the station.
1. Log in to HOBOlink.
Go to [Link] and log in to an existing account
or create a new one. You’ll receive an email to activate the
new account.
2. Register the station.
In HOBOlink, click Devices, RX Devices, and then the
Register a Device link. Give the station a name and enter WARNING: If you inadvertently install modules while the
the serial number and device key from the label inside the power is on, you must disconnect and then reconnect the
station door. battery and charging device to guarantee proper
operation.
3. Install optional modules or user-supplied SIM.
a. Make sure the station is powered down (unplug any
charging device and then disconnect the battery). If you are installing your own SIM:
b. Insert the connector on the back of the module into the Before continuing, follow the instructions at
receptacle in the left or right module slot. Add a second [Link] manuals/installing-
module to the other slot if desired. sim-rx3000-station.

4. Plug in the battery and charging device.

a. Plug in the battery cable.
b. Feed the AC adapter or solar panel cable through the
smaller of the two cable openings and plug it in. You can
also use an optional external DC power cable (CABLE-
RX-PWR) with your own powering device in place of the
AC adapter or solar panel.

Insert the connectors

on the module here

Tip: Install the analog module, water level sensor, or

RXW Manager module on the left and the relay module
on the right for easier cable routing.

3. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, tighten the screw at

the bottom of each module. In this example, an analog
module is installed in the Module 1 slot and a relay
module is installed in the Module 2 slot. Plug in an AC adapter
Connect the battery cable here
or solar panel here

Tighten the screw on installed modules

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c. Once the battery cable is plugged in, “Initializing d. In the RX Station Manager, click the Actions button and
System” will flash on the LCD. A checkmark appears next select Network Access.
to “System” after the station initialization is complete. e. Deselect the Use DHCP checkbox.

“Initializing
System”
flashes when
the battery
cable is first
plugged in f. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS
Server. Consult your Network Administrator for the
appropriate addresses to complete these fields.
5. Check and configure device communications.
g. Click Save in the RX Station Manager. Click Done and
For RX3003 and RX3004 cellular models: then close the RX Station Manager.
After the station powers up in the previous step, it will h. Disconnect the USB cable.
connect to HOBOlink automatically within two minutes. The
cellular icon and “Connection” will flash while the i. Press the Connect button on the station (the cloud
connection is underway. Once the connection is complete, a should be visible on the LCD screen) to connect to
checkmark appears next to Last Connection. Note that the HOBOlink. The Ethernet icon and “Connection” will flash
entire initialization process may take several minutes; wait while the connection is underway. Once the connection is
until Last Connection and the checkmark appears before complete, a checkmark appears next to Last Connection.
continuing to step 6. Wait for the checkmark and then continue to step 6.

A checkmark A checkmark
appears next to appears next to
Last Connection Last Connection
after connecting after connecting
to HOBOlink to HOBOlink

For RX3001 Ethernet models: For RX3002 Wi-Fi models:

a. Plug in an Ethernet cable. a. Connect the station to the computer with the USB
cable.
b. In HOBOware, select Manage RX Station from the
Device menu. (On a computer with Microsoft®
Windows®, you may see a warning that Windows
Firewall has blocked some features. Select Domain
networks and click Allow Access.)
c. In the RX Station Manager, click the Actions button and
select Network Access.
d. Enter the Security information for your Wi-Fi network.
Type the Network Name, select the Security Type, and
type the Security Key. Select the Hide characters
checkbox to hide any characters typed into the Security
Plug in an Ethernet cable here Key field. Consult your Network Administrator or
b. The station uses DHCP by default. If your network uses wireless router documentation for help with
DHCP, skip to step i. determining your network security type.
If your network uses static IP addresses, connect the
station to the computer with the USB cable. (Consult
your Network Administrator if you are unsure whether
your network uses static IP addresses or for help with
the following steps).
c. In HOBOware, select Manage RX Station from the
Device menu. (On a computer with Microsoft®
Windows®, you may see a warning that Windows
Firewall has blocked some features. Select Domain
networks and click Allow Access.)

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e. The station uses DHCP by default. If your network uses b. Press the Select button to view the smart sensors on the
DHCP, skip this step. LCD and then press the Search button (the magnifying
glass icon should be visible as in the following example).
If your network uses static IP addresses, deselect the
The station will search for all connected smart sensors
Use DHCP checkbox. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask,
and show the number of channels after a few seconds.
Gateway, and DNS Server. Consult your Network
Administrator if you are unsure whether your network
uses static IP addresses or for the appropriate addresses
to enter in this fields.
f. Click Save in the RX Station Manager. Click Done and
then close the RX Station Manager.
g. Disconnect the USB cable.
h. Press the Connect button on the station (the cloud
should be visible on the LCD screen) to connect to
HOBOlink. The Wi-Fi icon and “Connection” will flash Press the Select button to view Press the Search button for the station
while the connection is underway. Once the connection the smart sensor screen to find all connected smart sensors
is complete, a checkmark appears next to Last
Connection. Wait for the checkmark and then continue Note that some smart sensors have more than one
to step 6. channel associated with them so the number of
channels may not match the physical number of smart
sensors connected (for example the temperature/RH
A checkmark smart sensor has two channels: one for temperature
appears next to and one for RH).
Last Connection
after connecting 7. Add any wireless sensor motes.
to HOBOlink
Important: Keep the mote(s) near the RX3000 station while
completing these steps.

a. Press select to switch to the module where the RXW

Manager is installed (Module 1 or Module 2) and then
6. Plug in and search for any smart sensors. press the Search button to wait for motes to join the
network.
Important: If this RX3000 station is a replacement for an
existing U30 station, it is imperative that you power down
the U30 station being replaced (disconnect the battery
and AC adapter or solar panel) before you remove the
smart sensors and connect them to the RX3000. Do not
repower the U30 station or allow it to connect to
HOBOlink again unless at least one different smart sensor
is connected to the U30 station first.

a. Feed the smart sensor cable for one smart sensor

through the larger of the two cable openings and plug it Press the Select button to switch to the Press the Search button for the
into one of the 10 smart sensor connectors. Repeat for module with RXW Manager installed station to search for motes to join
any additional smart sensors. b. Install the rechargeable batteries in the mote and press
the button on the mote for 3 seconds.

Press this button for 3 seconds

Plug in smart sensors here

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c. Watch the mote LCD during the process of joining the To connect analog sensors:
network. You can connect a two- or three-wire sensor or transducer
to one of the four terminals in the analog module.
a. b.
a. Loosen the screw for each pin on the screw terminal.
b. Feed the wire through the smaller of the two cable
access openings.
This signal strength icon Once a network is found, c. Insert the appropriate wire into the screw terminal (see
blinks while searching for the icon will stop flashing the pinout table below). The wire should be trimmed to
a network. and the bars will cycle from expose 0.25 inches ±0.04 inches of bare wire.
left to right.
d. Tighten the screw.
c. d.
e. Plug in the battery and then the charging device to
power up the station.
Analog Module Pinout Table
This network connection “x” Once the mote has finished J1 J2
icon blinks while the mote joining the network, the “x” Pin # Pin Description Pin # Pin Description
completes the registration icon is removed and the
process, which may take up channel count on the station 1 CH1 SIGNAL 1 CH3 SIGNAL
to five minutes. LCD increases by the number
2 CH1 GND 2 CH3 GND
of measurement channels for
the mote plus the battery. 3 +12V Excitation 3 +12V Excitation
Note: If the mote cannot find the network or has 4 GND (EX. RTN) 4 GND (EX. RTN)
trouble remaining connected during this process, make
5 CH2 SIGNAL 5 CH4 SIGNAL
sure the mote is in a vertical, upright position and
within range of the station. 6 CH2 GND 6 CH4 GND

Repeat these steps to add other motes. Press the 7 SHIELD 7 SHIELD
Search button on the station when finished adding
motes. Note: All four input channels share the same common ground.

8. Connect analog sensors, relay devices, or water level Analog Module Functional Diagram
sensors.
Note: You may wait to connect these until you are at the
deployment site.
Power down the station (unplug any charging device and
then disconnect the battery). Connect any sensors or
devices to the optional modules as described in the
following sections. Be sure to feed any cables or wires
through the smaller cable access opening shown below.
To connect relay devices:
You can connect up to three devices to the relay module.
The relays are only for low power switching. To switch to
Feed analog sensor, higher power, use an appropriately rated relay and use the
relay, and water level station relay to switch the external relay on or off.
sensor cables through
a. Loosen the screw for each pin on the screw terminal.
this opening to
connect them to the b. Feed the wire through the smaller of the two cable
optional modules access openings.
c. Insert the appropriate wire into the screw terminal (pins
Important: If you will be installing the weatherproof rubber 1 and 2 are interchangeable, pin 3 is optional; see the
cable channel in the cable access opening as described in pinout table).
Deploying and Mounting the Station, the cable diameter for d. Tighten the screw.
analog sensors or relay devices must be 4.0 mm (0.156 in.) to
e. Plug in the battery and then the charging device to
fit through one of the smaller holes or 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) to fit
power up the station.
through one of the larger holes. If the cable diameter is too
small, build up the diameter using heat shrink. If the cable is
too big, splice on another cable with a smaller diameter to fit
through the hole. If you are using the rubber cable channel
designed for the water level sensor, reserve the medium
holes for the water level sensor cable.

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Relay Module Pinout Table rubber plugs from the channel kit included with the
RELAY-1 Pin Desc. RELAY-2 Pin Desc. RELAY-3 Pin Desc. station to fill any remaining large and small holes.
Insert the thin part of the plug into the hole and push
1 Relay 1 Relay 1 Relay it in until the thick part fills the hole.
2 Relay 2 Relay 2 Relay vii. Tighten the thumbscrews on the cover plate.
3 Shield 3 Shield 3 Shield viii. Repeat these steps with the large cable channel. See
Installing the Weatherproof Rubber Cable Channel
To install a water level sensor: and Covers for additional details.
e. Insert the water level sensor cable jack into the water
a. Feed the water level sensor cable through the smaller of
level sensor. Screw on the locking nut (hand tight).
the two cable access openings.
b. Insert the connector at the end of the cable into the
receptacle on the module as shown below. The
connector will snap into place once installed. Be careful
not to push, pull, or twist the cable while installing the
connector.

Important: Make sure the O-rings on the cable jack end

and the sensor mating housing surfaces are clear of any
debris. Any contamination of these surfaces can cause
leaks that may lead to sensor failure.
Insert this
connector onto
the receptacle f. Plug in the battery and then the charging device to power
on the module up the station.

9. Connect to HOBOlink.
Use the Select button to return to the main LCD screen that
shows all sensors and modules and then press the Connect
c. Install any other sensors and cables that will be using the
button (the cloud icon should be visible as shown in the
top cable access opening.
following example). This is necessary for HOBOlink to
d. Install the top rubber cable channel into the cable access identify the newly added sensors (it does not start logging;
opening. this will be done later in this procedure). Note that analog
i. Use silicone grease to lightly coat all four outer edges sensors will not be listed in the channels count on the LCD
and the inside of the rubber cable channel shipped until they are configured in HOBOlink in the next step.
with the water level sensor module (do not use the
small rubber cable channel shipped with the RX3000
station).
ii. Use the grease to lightly coat the portion of the water
level sensor cable that will be in the cable channel.
Repeat for all other cables.
iii. Position the cable channel around the cables, routing
the cables through the proper grooves. Use one of
the medium-sized holes shown below for the water
level sensor cable.

Press the Select button to

return to the main LCD screen Press the Connect button

10. Configure the station in HOBOlink.

Use one of these two medium holes
for the water level sensor cable Go to Devices > List and click the icon next to your
station. Use the configuration screens in HOBOlink to finish
iv. Close the cable channel and press it into the opening. setting up the station, starting with General Configuration
v. Install the cover plate with loosely installed (the nickname, time zone, and image for the station). Use
thumbscrews. the Next button to move from one configuration screen to
the next or use the left menu to select a specific item to
vi. Lightly coat rubber plugs with a small amount of
configure. Follow the steps in the next subsections to
grease and use them to fill the empty holes. Use one
configure the readout settings, smart sensors, wireless
of the rubber plugs included with the water level
sensors, and optional modules. Any changes you make will
sensor module to fill the empty medium hole. Use the
take effect the next time the station connects to HOBOlink.

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Note: Click Save or Next in any screen to save your changes.

Tip: When a sampling interval is configured, the station
You will lose any changes made if you click Back without
will take multiple measurements within a given logging
clicking Next or Save first.
interval and then average them together to create a
single logged data point. This is only an option for the
following smart sensors that support measurement
averaging: temperature (S-TMB-M0xx), PAR (S-LIA-
M003), solar radiation (S-LIB-M003), barometric
Use the Next button to save changes and
move through each configuration screen
pressure (S-BPA-CM10 and S-BPB-CM50), 4-20mA input
(S-CIA-CM14), 12-bit voltage input (S-VIA-CM14), and
FlexSmart TRMS module (S-FS-TRMSA-D). Disable the
sampling interval if none of your smart sensors support
measurement averaging to avoid unnecessary drain on
the battery power.

Or, you can choose a specific item d. Click Save or click Next.
to configure from this menu

Readout Configuration
a. Set the connection interval, which is how often the
station will connect to HOBOlink. For the RX3003 and
R3004 cellular models, the minimum connection
interval depends on your communication plan.
b. If you wish to set up a second connection interval, select
the “Night mode” checkbox. Select when night mode
should begin and end and then enter the connection
interval you want to use during that part of the day.
e. Click a smart sensor from the menu.
(The night mode schedule can take effect any time
during the day; it does not have to be at night.) Use this f. Type a label for the smart sensor (optional) and click to
option to save data in your communications plan (if enable or disable the graph (enabled by default).
applicable) or to conserve battery power at night when g. To set up scaling for the smart sensor, click the Enable
solar charging is unavailable. You can view current plan Scaling checkbox and fill in the Scaled Units, Multiplier,
usage in the Device Information section on your Offset, and Scaled Measurement Type fields.
station’s page in HOBOlink. h. Click Save. You can also click Next to move from one
c. Click Save or click Next. smart sensor to the next.

i. Repeat steps e–h for any additional smart sensors you

need to configure.
Smart Sensors Logging and Configuration
You can configure both the global settings that affect all smart Water Level Sensor Module Configuration
sensors (logging interval and sampling interval) and the settings You can configure both the global settings that affect all
for each smart sensor (labels, graphs, and scaling). water level sensor channels (logging interval and sampling
interval) and the settings for each individual channel. The
a. Click Smart Sensors Logging from the menu on the left.
water level sensor includes the following four channels that
b. Select the logging interval. This will be used by all automatically record data at each logging interval:
configured smart sensors. barometric pressure, water pressure, differential pressure,
c. Enable the sampling interval and enter the rate to use in and water temperature. You can also configure water level
minutes and seconds. and water flow channels that calculate data based on the
logged data from the four sensor channels and the values
you enter in HOBOlink.

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a. Click Water Level Sensors Logging from the b. Select the logging interval to be used for all wireless
Configuration menu. sensors, which can be different than the one used for
b. Select the logging interval. This will be used by all smart sensors and analog sensors (if applicable).
channels associated with this sensor.
c. Enable the sampling interval (if desired) and enter the
rate to use in minutes and seconds.
d. Click Save or Next.

c. Click Save or Next.

d. Click one of the motes from the menu under Module <#>:
Wireless Sensors Logging as shown in the following
example. Click the serial number or name for the mote,
not the measurement type.
To add labels or scaling:
a. Click Barometric Pressure from the Configuration menu.
b. Type a label for the channel (optional) and click to enable
or disable the graph (enabled by default).
c. To set up scaling for the channel, click the Enable Scaling
checkbox and fill in the Scaled Units, Multiplier, Offset,
and Scaled Measurement Type fields.
d. Click Save. Repeat steps a–d for Water Pressure, Diff
Pressure, and Water Temperature.

e. Type a label for the mote (optional) and click to enable

the battery graph for the mote if desired. The label will
also automatically be applied to any mote sensors
without a default label.
f. Click Save or click to Next to move to either the next
mote (if it was a repeater) or the sensor measurement
type for that mote.
g. Click one of the mote measurement types from menu
under Module <#>: Wireless Sensors Logging as shown
Important: Do not configure the water level and water flow in the following example
channels yet. Configure any other sensors or relays as
necessary, continue to step 11 to start logging, and then
obtain a water reference level reading in step 12.

Wireless Sensor Configuration

You can configure both the global settings for the RXW
Manager module that affect all sensor motes (logging
interval) and the settings for each individual mote (labels,
enabled graphs, and scaling).
a. Click Module <#>: Wireless Sensors Logging from the
menu on the left.

h. Type a label for the measurement type (optional) and

click to enable or disable the graph (enabled by default).

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i. To set up scaling for the wireless sensor, click the Enable • With continuous, the station supplies constant
Scaling checkbox and fill in the Scaled Units, Multiplier, excitation power to the sensor for the entire duration
Offset, and Scaled Measurement Type. of the deployment. Continuous mode is required if the
j. Click Save or click Next. sensor needs more than two minutes of warm-up time.
k. Repeat steps d–j for any additional motes you need to Important: Continuous mode operation will greatly affect
configure for the module. battery operating life and is not recommended.
Analog Module and Sensor Configuration Note that excitation power will not be enabled until
You can configure both the global settings for the analog logging begins (if “Logging” is blinking on the LCD, then
module that affect all connected analog sensors (logging excitation is not being used).
interval, statistics, and excitation) and the settings for each e. Click Save. You can also click Next to move from one
individual analog sensor (enabled logging and graphs, analog channel to the next.
labels, sensor type, and scaling).
f. Click one of the four analog sensor channels from the
a. Click Module <#>: Analog Sensors Logging from the menu, such as Channel 1 shown in this example.
menu on the left.
b. Select the logging interval to be used for all analog
sensors, which can be different than the one used for
smart sensors and wireless sensors (if applicable).

g. Select “Enable Graph” if you want the sensor data to be

graphed in HOBOlink.
h. Select “Enable this channel” if you want the station to
record data for this channel. If the channel is not
enabled, then it will not be part of the channel count
c. Click the Enable checkbox under Sampling Interval if you shown on the LCD.
want to log statistics. Enter the sampling interval to be i. Type a label for the sensor (optional).
used for calculating the statistics (must be a factor of j. Select the sensor/input type, which is needed to set the
the logging interval). Select the statistics to be logged: voltage or current range for the analog input.
minimum, maximum, average, and standard deviation.
The selected statistics will be calculated between each k. Click the Enable Scaling checkbox and then enter the raw
logging interval at the sampling interval rate you select. and scaled unit values as defined in the sensor manual.
Each statistical value will then be logged at each logging Type the scaled measurement type.
interval. l. Click Save. You can also click Next to move from one
d. Enable “Use excitation power” if you want sensors to channel to the next.
use the 12 V DC excitation voltage provided by the m. Repeat steps f–l for any additional analog sensors you
station. Select warmup and enter the seconds or need to configure for the module.
milliseconds (5 milliseconds to 120 seconds), or select
Relay Module Configuration
continuous. Note that the excitation power selected will
be used for all of the module’s configured sensors. a. Click one of the three relays from the menu on the left,
such as Relay 1 in the following example.
• With warmup, the station supplies excitation power,
12 V DC, for a brief period prior to each
measurement. This allows you to select the minimum
warm-up time needed to allow for sensor
stabilization while conserving battery power. For
example, if you specify a warm-up of one second and
set the logging interval for the module to one minute,
the station will power the external sensor for one
second, log a measurement, and then turn off the
excitation power for the next 59 seconds. Note that
the excitation mode is automatically set to
Continuous if the warmup time selected is within one
second of or greater than the logging or sampling
intervals.

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b. Type a label and select Open or Closed for the Normal

Important: See Deploying and Mounting the Station for
Relay State. The label can be used to show what Open
installation steps and other deployment guidelines. If using
or Closed corresponds to in your system (for example,
the station outdoors or in harsh indoor conditions, you
“closed relay turns pump on”).
must install the sensor cable channels and the plates for
c. Select what should happen on the next connection with weatherproofing. This must be completed before
the station: open relay, close relay, or leave it at its continuing to step 12 if you are using a water level sensor.
current state.
d. Click Save or click Next. 12. If you installed a water level sensor module and
e. Repeat steps a–d for any additional relays you wish to sensor, obtain a reference water level reading.
configure. Make sure the water level sensor is deployed in its final
location and the station is logging. Take a reference level
Tip: Refer to Setting System and Sensor Alarms for details on reading, measuring the water level from your reference
using sensor alarms to activate the relays. point.

11. Start logging. Important: Note the reference level reading as well as the
After you have finished configuring all the settings in date and time it was taken.
HOBOlink, you can start logging when ready. Press the Start
button on the station to start logging. The station will 13. If you installed a water level sensor module and
connect to HOBOlink (“Connection” will blink on the LCD) sensor, configure the water level and water flow
and then logging will begin at the logging interval specified channels in HOBOlink.
for smart sensors and analog sensors (if applicable). Perform the following steps in the field in HOBOlink with a
mobile device to verify that the system is logging the
water level correctly while you are still at the station site.
Water Level Configuration
a. In HOBOlink, select Devices and then RX Devices and
click the icon next to your station.
b. Under the water level sensors module in the
Configuration menu, select Water Level.

Press this button to start logging

You can also start logging from HOBOlink. Select Start/Stop

from the Configure menu in HOBOlink and click Start.
Logging will not begin until the next time the station
connects to HOBOlink. Press the Connect button on the
station to connect to HOBOlink at any time.
Once logging begins, “Logging” appears in the upper right
corner of the LCD as shown in the following example.
“Logging” will blink until the first logging sample is
recorded. At that point, it will stop blinking and remain
illuminated until logging is stopped. Also note that the
channels count on the LCD screen will be updated to c. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
include any analog sensors that were enabled in HOBOlink.
d. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label
(optional).
“Logging”
appears e. Enter the reference water level and date and time
when logging noted in step 12.
begins
• If the water level surface is below the reference
point, enter the reference water level as a negative
Channel count number.
updated for any • If the water level surface is above the reference
enabled analog point, enter the reference water level as a positive
sensors number.
See Setting Up Water Level and Water Flow Channels
in HOBOlink for example diagrams showing reference
points.
f. Select the appropriate water density.

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g. Click Save. 2. Click Create New Export.

Water Flow Configuration 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to select the name,
format, time zone, and time frame, and then the devices
a. Select Water Flow from the Configuration menu.
and sensors to include in the export. Reorder the sensors as
needed.
4. Click Save to keep these settings for future use or click
Export Data to export immediately.
To set up a scheduled data delivery:
1. Click Data and then click Data Delivery).
2. Click Create New Delivery.
3. Under General Settings, type the name of the delivery
schedule and the frequency of delivery. Enable the Active
checkbox. Select other settings if desired.
4. Under Select Data to Export, choose the name of the
custom data export you want to be delivered (or follow the
previous set of steps to set up a custom data export).
b. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
5. Under Data Destination, select FTP/SFTP or Email for the
c. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label
delivery method and fill in the appropriate fields.
(optional).
6. Click Save. Data will then be delivered on the schedule you
d. Choose the measurement method for water flow.
selected.
e. Enter the appropriate information for the method
For more information on Data Delivery, see the HOBOlink Help.
selected. See Setting Up Water Level and Water Flow
Channels in HOBOlink for more details on water flow See also HOBOlink Help for other ways to monitor your station,
measurement methods. including setting up a map or using dashboards.
f. Click Save.
Water level and flow data will be calculated starting with the
Setting System and Sensor Alarms
next connection to HOBOlink. If you don’t want to wait for the You can set up both system and sensor alarms in HOBOlink.
next scheduled connection, press the Cloud button on the System alarms can trip when there is a missed connection, the
station LCD to connect to HOBOlink immediately. Note that the battery is low, or if there is a smart sensor failure. With a
reference water level information entered in this step will not sensor alarm, you can configure an alarm to trip at one level
affect data already stored in HOBOlink. and clear at another.
System Alarms
Viewing Data in HOBOlink To add a system alarm:
Data is uploaded to HOBOlink each time the device connects.
For a snapshot of the latest conditions, click Devices, then RX 1. In HOBOlink, click Devices, then RX Devices, and find the
Devices, and click the device name to view the readings from station you want to configure. Click the arrow next to
the last connection for smart sensors and logged analog and select Alarm Configuration.
sensors. You can also view any enabled graphs as shown in the 2. Click Edit System Alarms.
following example. 3. For Missed Connection alarms:
a. Under Communication, select the Missed Connection
checkbox.
b. Set the length of time for HOBOlink to wait after the
station has missed a connection before an alarm trips.
c. Select the action to be taken when this alarm trips: send
an email or text. Enter the details and then select “Send
on Clear Also” if you want an email or text when the
alarm clears as well.

Important: Standard data fees and text messaging rates

may apply when using text notifications. Onset does not
charge a fee or guarantee delivery of text alerts, which is
Logged data is saved in a database. You can export this data on subject to your carrier’s service and location. See the
demand as needed or set up automatic exports that are HOBOlink Help for additional details on alarm
delivered to email and/or FTP addresses on a schedule you notifications.
specify.
d. Click Add Action if you want multiple actions to be taken
To download and export data:
when the alarm trips (for example send an email and a
1. In HOBOlink, click Data and Exports. text).

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4. For Battery Low and Sensor Failure alarms: 10. Add any optional notes for this alarm.
a. Under Device, select the Battery Low and/or Sensor 11. Click Save. Changes will take effect the next time the station
Failure checkboxes. connects to HOBOlink.
b. Select how you want to be notified when these alarms 12. Repeat steps 2 through 11 for each additional sensor alarm
trip: by email or text. Enter the appropriate addresses you want to add.
and then select “Send on Clear Also” if you want an A red alarm symbol appears next to that sensor in HOBOlink
email or text when these alarms clear as well. when it trips. An alarm symbol will also appear on the LCD.
5. Click Add Action if you want multiple actions to be taken
when the alarm trips (for example send an email and a
text).
Tripped smart
6. Click Save. Changes will take effect the next time the station sensor alarm
connects to HOBOlink. and analog
Red alarm symbols will appear in HOBOlink when these alarms sensor alarm
trip (if enabled).
Note for wireless sensors: If a wireless sensor mote goes
offline from the network for 30 minutes, the station will
automatically connect to HOBOlink to report the missing mote
regardless of any alarm settings in place. Unless the mote has
no battery power, it will continue logging data even if it is Setting up Water Level and Water Flow
offline from the network. Once the mote is back online, any
Channels in HOBOlink
logged data will be uploaded during regular connections to
HOBOlink. Note: Once a mote is back online, it enters recovery If both a water level sensor module (RXMOD-W1) and water
mode as HOBOlink receives the data logged while it was offline. level sensor are installed, the station will automatically log four
During this period of recovery, data for that mote will measurement channels:
temporarily be unavailable for data delivery, dashboards, and • Barometric pressure
data feeds. See the HOBOlink help for additional details. • Water pressure
Sensor Alarms • Differential pressure
To add a sensor alarm: • Water temperature
In addition, you can set up two additional channels in
1. In HOBOlink, click Devices, then RX Devices, and find the
HOBOlink:
station you want to configure. Click the arrow next to
• Water level
and select Alarm Configuration.
• Water flow
2. Click Add a Sensor Alarm.
These derived channels are only available once enabled in
3. Select the sensor.
HOBOlink. The data for these two channels are calculated at
4. Select whether the alarm should trip above or below a each logging interval based on the measurements from the
value or within a range. pressure and temperature channels and the settings and values
5. Enter the sensor reading(s) for the alarm threshold. you enter in HOBOlink.
6. Enter the number of logged data points you want the If a water level sensor is not physically connected to the
station to record before the alarm trips. module, barometric pressure will be the only channel logged
7. If you selected the alarm to trip above or below a specific related to the water level sensor. You will not be able to set up
reading, then select when the alarm should clear: above or water level and water flow unless you install the water level
below the same value or a different value. Enter the value if sensor as described in Setting up the Station. Similarly, if you
necessary. unplug a water level sensor while a station is logging, only
barometric pressure will be logged and the rest of the water
8. Select the action to be taken when the alarm trips: send an level sensor channels will report errors.
email or text or close, open, or pulse one of the three relays
if a relay module is installed. For email or text, enter the Setting up a Water Level Channel
details and then select “Send on Clear Also” if you want an
email or text when the alarm clears as well. Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you
have taken a reference water level reading from the location
Important: Standard data fees and text messaging rates where the sensor is deployed with the date and time of the
may apply when using text notifications. Onset does not reading before performing these steps.
charge a fee or guarantee delivery of text alerts, which is
subject to your carrier’s service and location. See the To set up a water level channel:
HOBOlink Help for additional details on alarm 1. In HOBOlink, select Devices and then RX Devices and click
notifications. the icon next to your station.
9. Click Add Action if you want multiple actions to be taken 2. Under the water level module in the Configuration menu,
when the alarm trips (for example, close the relay and send select Water Level.
an email). 3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.

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4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label the reference water level you entered for the water level
(optional). channel (meters or feet).
5. Enter the reference water level and date and time the
reading was taken.
• If the water level surface is below the reference point as
shown below, enter the reference water level as a
negative number.

The HOBOlink water flow calculations for a v-notch weir

• If the water level surface is above the reference point as assume the following:
shown below, enter the reference water level as a
positive number. • The stilling well with the water level sensor should be
placed at a distance of at least 4 x hmax upstream of the
weir.
• In general, if the notch area is small relative to the area of
the approach channel, the weir is “fully contracted” and
these flow equations will work. More specifically, the ratio
of the channel width to the v-notch width should be
greater than 3, and the ratio of hmax/p should be less than
1. It may also work for weirs not meeting these guidelines
if the approach channel is smooth, straight, and
rectangular.
• The weir should be between 0.8 and 2 mm (0.03 and 0.08
inches) thick in the v-notch. If the bulk of the weir is
thicker than 2 mm (0.08 inches), the downstream edge of
6. Select the appropriate water density for your deployment the v-notch can be chamfered at an angle greater than 45°
location. (60° is recommended) to achieve the desired thickness of
7. Click Save. the edges. Avoid water clinging to the downstream face of
Water level will be calculated starting with the next connection the weir.
to HOBOlink. Note that the reference water level information • The head height (h) must be no more than 35% of the
entered in this step will not affect any previously logged data. It distance from the channel bottom to v-notch-vertex (P).
will only be use for data logged from the point of the next • The head height must be at least 6 cm (2.36 inches). When
connection to HOBOlink forward. If this is the first time that the head height is less than 6 cm (2.36 inches), the flow
water level has been configured for this station, then the data calculation will not be as accurate.
stored will go back to the date and time of the reference water
level. If you make other updates to the reference water level, • The average width of the approach channel should be
then the data will only be updated from the time of the next greater than 91 cm (3 ft).
connection to HOBOlink. • The bottom of the v-notch should be at least 45 cm (1.5 ft)
above the bottom of the upstream channel.
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a V-Notch Weir
If you are using a v-notch weir similar to the upper diagram Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you
below along with the water level sensor, then HOBOlink can have configured the water level channel with a reference level
calculate the flow rate for each water level reading using the reading before performing these steps.
following two values that you enter:
To set up a water flow channel using a v-notch weir:
• The notch (vertex) angle in degrees or radians, which is
1. Click Devices and then RX Devices, and find the station you
represented as θ in the second diagram.
want to configure. Click the arrow next to the icon and
• The distance from the reference point to the v-notch select Module/Sensor Configuration.
vertex, which is represented as WLv in the second
diagram. This value must be entered in the same units as 2. Under the water level module in the Configuration menu,
select Water Flow.

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3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel. The HOBOlink water flow calculations for a rectangular weir
4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label assume the following:
(optional). • The range for the weir opening width is 0.15 to 6 m (0.5 to
5. For the Measurement Method, select V-Notch Weir. 20 ft).
6. Enter the notch (vertex) angle of the weir in degrees or • The notch height (P) must be at least 0.1 m (0.33 ft).
radians. • Either B = b (full-width weir) or B - b must be at least 0.2 m
7. For the “Water level at vertex,” enter the distance from the (0.66 ft) (contracted weir).
reference point to the v-notch vertex in either meters or • The weir should be between 1 to 2 mm (0.03 to 0.08
feet (using the same reference point and units you used for inches) thick in the opening. If the bulk of the weir is
the reference water level in the water level channel). thicker than 2 mm (0.08 inches), the downstream edge of
• If the vertex is the reference point, then enter 0. the opening can be chamfered at an angle greater than
45° (60° is recommended) to achieve the desired thickness
• If the reference point is the bottom of the channel, then
of the edges, and avoid water clinging to the downstream
the value is represented as P in the diagram earlier in this
face of the weir.
section.
• The range for the head height (h) is 0.03 to 1.4 m (0.18 to
• If the reference point is above the water level (such as
4.5 ft).
when using ground level as the reference point in a storm
sewer), then enter a negative number. • The range for the flow rate is from 3.45 to 17,188 l/s
(0.122 to 607 ft3/s).
• If the reference point is below the water level, then enter
a positive number. • The value of h/p cannot be greater than 2.5.
8. Click Save. • Water surface downstream of the weir should be at least
Water flow will be calculated starting with the next connection 0.06 cm (2.36 inches) below the weir crest (i.e. below the
to HOBOlink. bottom of the opening).

Tip: It is good practice to set an alarm for the water level just Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you
below the top of the v-notch so you know when the flow data is have configured the water level channel with a reference level
close to exceeding its valid range. See Setting System and reading before performing these steps.
Sensor Alarms.
To set up a water flow channel using a rectangular weir:
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Rectangular Weir 1. Click Devices and then RX Devices, and find the station you
If you are using a rectangular thin-plate weir similar to the
diagram below on the left along with the water level sensor, want to configure. Click the arrow next to the icon and
then HOBOlink can calculate the flow rate for each water level select Module/Sensor Configuration.
reading using four values that you enter. Note that these values 2. Under Module 2: Water Level Sensors Logging on the left
must be entered in the same units as the reference water level menu, select Water Flow.
you entered for the water level channel (meters or feet). The 3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
values are:
4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label
• The notch width, which is represented as b in the second (optional).
diagram. 5. For the Measurement Method, select Rectangular Weir.
• The channel width, which is represented as B in the 6. Enter the notch width in either meters or feet. Note: Use
second diagram. the same units for this and all rectangular weir values as
• The notch height above the channel floor, which is you entered for the reference water level in the water level
represented as P in the second diagram. channel.
• The distance from the water level reference point to the 7. Enter the channel width in either meters or feet.
notch crest, which is represented as WLc in the second 8. Enter the notch height above the channel floor in either
diagram. meters or feet.
9. For the Distance from Water Level Ref Point to Notch, enter
the distance from the reference point to the notch crest in
either meters or feet.
• If the notch crest is the reference point, then enter 0.
• If the reference point is the bottom of the channel, then
the value is represented as P in the diagram earlier in this
section.
• If the reference point is above the water level (such as
when using ground level as the reference point in a
storm sewer), then enter a negative number.
• If the reference point is below the water level, then enter
a positive number.

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10. Click Save.

Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you
Water flow will be calculated starting with the next connection have configured the water level channel with a reference level
to HOBOlink. reading before performing these steps.
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Trapezoidal Weir To set up a water flow channel using a trapezoidal weir:
If you are using a trapezoidal or Cipoletti thin-plate weir similar
1. Click Devices and then RX Devices, and find the station you
to the diagram below on the left along with the water level
sensor, then HOBOlink can calculate the flow rate for each want to configure. Click the arrow next to the icon and
water level reading using two values that you enter. Note that select Module/Sensor Configuration.
these values must be entered in the same units as the 2. Under Module 2: Water Level Sensors Logging on the left
reference water level you entered for the water level channel menu, select Water Flow.
(meters or feet). The values are:
3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
• The width at the base of the notch, which is represented
as b in the second diagram. 4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label
(optional).
• The distance from the water level reference point to the
5. For the Measurement Method, select Trapezoidal Weir.
notch crest, which is represented as WLc in the second
diagram. 6. Enter the notch width at the bottom in either meters or
feet, using the same units as you entered for the reference
water level in the water level channel.
7. For the Distance from Water Level Ref Point to Notch, enter
the distance from the reference point to the notch crest in
either meters or feet (using the same reference point and
units you used for the reference water level).
• If the notch crest is the reference point, then enter 0.
• If the reference point is the bottom of the channel, then
the value is represented as P in the diagram earlier in this
section.
• If the reference point is above the water level (such as
when using ground level as the reference point in a storm
sewer), then enter a negative number.
• If the reference point is below the water level, then enter
a positive number.
The HOBOlink water flow calculations for a trapezoidal weir 8. Click Save.
assume the following: Water flow will be calculated starting with the next connection
• The slopes of the notch sides must be 4 (vertical change / to HOBOlink.
horizontal change).
Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a General Flume
• Head height (h) should be measured at a distance of at
If you are using a flume along with the water level sensor, then
least 4 x hmax upstream of the weir.
HOBOlink can calculate the water flow using a general flow
• The weir should be between 1 to 2 mm (0.04 to 0.08 equation supported by a wide range of flumes that require only
inches) thick in the opening. If the bulk of the weird is one water level measurement to calculate flow, including ramp,
thicker than 2 mm (0.08 inches), the downstream edge of cutthroat, Parshall as well as broad-crested rectangular weirs.
the opening can be chamfered at an angle greater than The equation that HOBOlink uses is: Water Flow (Q) = C *
45° (60° is recommended) to achieve the desired thickness (Water Level - Head Offset)n. Flumes that require require two
of the edges and avoid water clinging to the downstream or three water level measurements to calculate flow are not
face of the weir. supported.
• Water surface downstream of the weir should be at least For this equation to be accurate, there are constraints on the
0.06 m (0.2 ft) below the weir crest (i.e. below the bottom flow conditions and flume design, including:
of the opening). • Minimum and maximum flow rates
• The head height (h) must be at least 0.06 m (0.2 ft), but • Minimum and maximum head levels
less than b/3.
• Ratio of the width of the weir/flume to the head
• The crest height above the channel floor (P) is measured
from the bottom of the upstream channel and should be • Ratio of the height of the weir/flume to the head
greater than 2 x hmax. • Location in the flume or weir for measuring the head.
• “S” is measured from the sides of the channel and should The constraints depend on the type and characteristics of the
be greater than 2 x hmax. flume you are using, which can be obtained from the flume
manufacturer.

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Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you • If the reference point is below the water level, then enter
a positive number.
have configured the water level channel with a reference level
reading before performing these steps. 8. For the Head Exponent, enter the n value listed in your
flume’s equation table, which can typically by found in the
To set up a water flow channel using a general flume: flume manufacturer’s documentation.
1. Click Devices and then RX Devices, and find the station you 9. Click Save.
want to configure. Click the arrow next to the icon and Water flow will be calculated starting with the next connection
select Module/Sensor Configuration. to HOBOlink.
2. Under the water level module in the Configuration menu, Setting up a Water Flow Channel for a Stage-Discharge
select Water Flow.
Table
3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
You can set up a water flow channel that is calculated based on
4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label up to 20 stage-discharge points that you enter. Keep in mind
(optional). that the units of the stage-discharge table for water flow are
5. For the Measurement Method, select General Flume. assumed to be the same as those entered for the reference
6. For the Flume Coefficient, enter the C value listed in your water level. If the reference water level was entered in meters,
flume’s equation table, which can typically be found in the then points in the table must be entered in meters and l/s
flume manufacturer’s documentation. The Flume (liters per second). If the reference water level was entered in
Coefficient may also be labeled K by some manufacturers so feet, then points in the table must be entered in feet and cfs
be sure to check how the coefficient is being used in their (cubic feet per second).
equation to make sure it is the right one to enter here. Before you begin setting up the channel, you will need to
7. For the Head Offset, enter the value in either meters or determine the values to enter into the stage-discharge table.
feet, using the same units as you entered the reference HOBOlink does not derive a stage discharge curve. Use another
water level in the water level channel. An example of Head method to determine the stage-discharge curve for your site
Offset is shown in the following diagram of a ramp flume. and then enter points from that curve into the HOBOlink stage-
discharge table. HOBOlink linearly interpolates between the
• If you are using a ramp flume as shown in the diagram points that you enter. You can estimate and enter intermediate
below and the top of the ramp is the reference point, points as needed to match your stage-discharge curve as best
then enter 0. as possible. HOBOlink does not extrapolate beyond the lowest
• If you are using a ramp flume and the bottom of the and highest stage values that you enter so make sure to enter
channel leading to the ramp (or crest) is the reference values that span the full range of potential stage levels for your
point, then enter the height of the ramp or crest for the site, including flood conditions. Any measured water levels that
Head Offset (represented as P in the diagram). are outside of the range you enter will be shown as sensor
errors (-888.88) for the water flow channel.
Follow these guidelines for getting a stage-discharge rating
curve for your site:
• If you are working with a USGS gaging site, you can use the
USGS WaterWatch Customized Rating Curve Builder to get
For other types of flumes, such as this example diagram the rating curve for that site at
where the water level (or H) is being measured from the [Link]
bottom of the flume: • If there is not an existing stage-discharge rating curve for
your site, then you will need to build one. This requires
measuring stage and discharge at multiple stage levels over
time and then creating a stage-discharge curve. A good
reference on measuring stage and discharge is at
[Link]
school/science/how-streamflow-measured?qt-
science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects. More
detailed information can also be found at
[Link]
Once you have enough stage and discharge measurements
for your site, you can use those measurements to create
• If the bottom of the flume is the reference point for both the stage-discharge curve for the site. There are two
the water level and head, then enter 0 for the head common ways to do this:
offset.  Use a commercially available rating curve software tool,
• If the reference point is above the water level (such as such as AQUARIUS or DataWise.
when using ground level as the reference point in a  Create your own stage-discharge curve fit for your stage-
storm sewer), then enter a negative number. discharge measurements with a spreadsheet, such as
Excel, or with a statistical program, such as R. The most

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common equation used for stage-discharge curves is logging interval specified for smart sensors, wireless sensors
Manning’s Equation. and analog sensors (if applicable).
o Once you have selected the type of equation to use, The station is stopped
try different coefficients in the equation to determine
which ones provide the best fit for your stage-
discharge measurements.
o Use the selected equation to determine a set of values
to enter in the HOBOlink stage-discharge table. If there
are any levels at which there is a significant change in
the stream profile, you will need to account for those
as well. For example, when a stream overflows its
banks, the stage-discharge relationship will change
dramatically. The curve fit equation will no longer be
valid so you will need a different curve-fit equation for
stage levels in this range. Press this button to start logging
2. To stop logging, press the Stop button. Logging stops
Important: Make sure the station has started logging and you immediately. Note that the station will continue to connect
have configured the water level channel with a reference level to HOBOlink even if it is not logging.
reading before performing these steps. The station is logging

To set up a water flow channel using a stage discharge table:

1. Click Devices and then RX Devices, and find the station you
want to configure. Click the arrow next to the icon and
select Module/Sensor Configuration.
2. Under the water level module in the Configuration menu,
select Water Flow.
3. Click the checkbox to Enable Channel.
4. Click the checkbox to Enable Graph and type a label
(optional). Press this button to stop logging
5. For the Measurement Method, select Stage Discharge To start and stop the station from HOBOlink:
Table.
1. Click Devices, then RX Devices, and find the station you
6. Enter each pair of stage-discharge points. Click Add A Row
want to start or stop. Click the arrow next to and select
to add up to 20 pairs of points.
Start/Stop.
• If you entered the reference water level in meters when
2. Click Start or Stop. The station will start or stop logging the
setting up the water level channel, then the points in the
next time it connects to HOBOlink.
table must be entered in meters and l/s.
• If you entered the reference water level in feet when
setting up the water level channel, then the points in the
Adding or Removing Smart Sensors
table must be entered in feet and cfs. To add or remove smart sensors from the station:
7. Click Save (or click Next to move to the next configuration 1. If the station is currently logging, press the Stop button to
page). stop it.
Water flow will be calculated starting with the next connection 2. Press the Connect button and wait for the station to
to HOBOlink. connect to HOBOlink so that all the latest data is offloaded
before changing smart sensors.
Starting and Stopping Logging 3. If using the rubber cable channel, unscrew the plates and
push the cable channel out of the case. Open it to access
You can start and stop logging with the Start/Stop button on
any smart sensors.
the station or from HOBOlink.
4. Unplug any smart sensors you wish to remove. Plug in any
To start and stop logging with the station:
new smart sensors.
1. When the station is stopped, press the Start button to start
5. Press the Select button to view the smart sensors on the
logging. The device will connect to HOBOlink (“Connection”
LCD screen.
will blink on the LCD) and then logging will begin at the
6. Press the Search button for the station to detect all the
smart sensors currently connected.
7. Press the Start button to begin logging again. The station
will automatically connect to HOBOlink.
8. If using the rubber cable channel, grease and place any
smart sensor cables or plugs, reinsert the rubber cable

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channel, and reinstall the plates. See Installing the • Add any wireless motes (see Adding or Removing
Weatherproof Rubber Cable Channel and Covers for details. Motes).
9. Make any configuration changes in HOBOlink as desired, • If you added a water level sensor module, be sure to
such as adding sensor labels or scaling (see Setting up the obtain a reference water level reading and configure the
Station). water level and water flow channels as described in
Note that any existing alarms associated with removed sensors Setting up the Station and Setting up Water Level and
will still be listed in HOBOlink. See the HOBOlink Help for details Water Flow Channels in HOBOlink.
on deleting alarms. Also, if you are using alarms to activate • Make any configuration changes as needed in HOBOlink
relays, check that the relays are in the proper state. and start logging again when ready.

WARNING: If you inadvertently install modules while the power

Adding or Removing Modules is on or, you must disconnect and then reconnect the battery
The RX3000 has two slots in which optional analog, relay, water and charging device to guarantee proper operation. In addition,
level sensor, or RXW Manager modules can be installed. You if you did not plug the manager mote into the module while the
can add or remove these modules as desired. power was off, it may not be recognized by the station.
To add a module: Disconnect and reconnect the battery and charging device.
1. Stop the station if it is currently logging.
2. Press the Connect button and wait for the station to To remove a module:
connect to HOBOlink so that all the latest data is offloaded 1. Stop the station if it is currently logging.
before adding a new module.
2. Press the Connect button and wait for the station to
3. Power down the station (unplug any charging device and connect to HOBOlink so that all the latest data is offloaded
then disconnect the battery). before adding a new module.
4. Insert the module into the left or right module slot. 3. Power down the station (unplug any charging device and
5. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, tighten the screw at the then disconnect the battery).
bottom of the module. 4. Disconnect any analog sensors, relay devices, or the water
6. If you installed a water level sensor module, feed the cable level sensor. If removing an RXW Manager module, unplug
through the top cable access opening and slide the the RXW Manager mote.
connector at the end of the cable into the receptacle on the 5. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, unscrew the bottom
module. Insert the cable jack on the other end into the screw on the module until loosened (it will remain attached
water level sensor and screw on the locking nut (see the to the module).
steps in Setting up the Station for more details).
6. With your fingers on the top and bottom edges of the
7. If you installed an RXW Manager module, plug the cable module, carefully pull it out of the slot.
from the RXW Manager mote into the jack on the module,
7. Plug in the battery and then the charging device. Make sure
making sure the cable is inserted through the upper cable
the station connects to HOBOlink (press the Connect button
access opening on the bottom of the station case. Do not
on the station if needed).
reconnect the power on the station until the mote is
plugged in as shown. 8. Make any configuration changes as needed in HOBOlink and
start logging again when ready.

WARNING: If you inadvertently remove modules while the

power is on, you must disconnect and then reconnect the
battery and charging device to guarantee proper operation.

Note that any existing alarms associated with removed

modules will be listed in HOBOlink. See the HOBOlink Help for
details on deleting alarms. Also, if you are using alarms to
activate relays, check that the relays are in the proper state.

Adding or Removing Analog Sensors, Relay

8. Plug in the battery and then the charging device, and wait
Devices, or Water Level Sensors
for the device to power up. Verify that the new module is Power down the station (unplug any charging device and then
listed on the LCD screen with a checkmark. disconnect the battery) when adding or removing sensors or
9. The station should automatically connect to HOBOlink devices connected to modules installed in the station.
(press the Connect button on the station if needed). Check • If removing a sensor or device, uninstall the cover plate
your station’s page to make sure the new module is listed. and the rubber cable channel first.
10. Do the following to complete the setup: • To add or remove an analog sensor or relay device, see the
• Connect any analog sensors or relays (see step 7 in “Connect analog sensors, relay devices, or water level
Setting up the Station for details). sensors” step in Setting up the Station.

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• To remove a water level sensor, press down on the level 5. Press the button on the mote for 3 seconds. The signal
on the connector shown below and slide the connector strength icon will flash and then cycle.
out from the receptacle on the module being careful to
not put stress on the cable wires.

Press this button for 3

seconds for the mote to
Press this level join the network
as you slide the
connector out
to remove the 6. Watch the LCD on the mote.
water level
sensor from the
module a. b.

• After adding a sensor or device, be sure to install the

rubber cable channel and cover plate before deploying This signal strength icon Once a network is found,
the station (see Installing the Weatherproof Rubber blinks while searching for the icon will stop flashing
Cable Channel and Covers). a network. and the bars will cycle from
left to right.
Adding or Removing Motes c. d.
To add a mote to the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor Network:

Important: Keep the mote near the RX3000 station

This network connection Once the mote has finished joining
while completing these steps.
“x” icon blinks while the the network, the “x” icon is
1. If the LCD is blank on the RX3000 station, press any button mote completes the removed and the channel count on
registration process, the station LCD increases by the
to wake it up.
which may take up to number of measurement channels
2. Press the Select button once (which shows the number of five minutes. for the mote plus the battery.
smart sensors installed) and then press it again once if the
HOBO RXW Manager is installed in the left slot (module 1) The green LED blinks quickly while the mote searches for a
or twice if it is installed on the right slot (module 2). network to join and then blinks slowly while it completes
the network registration. Once the mote has finished
joining the network, the green LED turns off and the blue
LED then blinks indefinitely while the mote is part of the
network.
Note: If the mote cannot find the network or has trouble
remaining connected during this process, make sure the
mote is in a vertical, upright position and within range of
the station.
7. Repeat steps 4–6 for any additional motes to add.
Press this button to view the module 8. Press the Search button (the magnifying glass) on the
where the RXW Manager is installed
RX3000 station to stop searching for motes.
3. Press the Search button (the magnifying glass). The
magnifying glass icon will blink while the RX3000 is in search
mode.

Press this button again to

stop searching for motes

Press this button so the station is ready

to have motes join the network Measurements will be recorded at the logging interval specified
4. Open the mote door and install the batteries if you have not in HOBOlink, transmitted to the RX3000 station, and uploaded
already done so. to HOBOlink at the next connection interval (readout).

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To remove a mote from the HOBOnet RX Wireless Sensor to connect to HOBOlink at 10:15, the next connection will then
Network: be about 11:15 based on the one-hour connection interval.
a. In HOBOlink, click Devices, then RX Devices, and find the Similarly, if a station misses a connection, the connection
station with the mote you want to delete. Click the schedule will shift depending on the time of the next successful
connection. While the station is using a second, night mode
arrow next to and select Module/Sensor
schedule, all connections will follow that schedule only; any
Configuration.
extra connections while the station is in night mode will not
b. Select the mote serial number or name from the
cause a shift in the connection schedule.
Configuration menu as shown in the following example.
Also note that the station will connect to HOBOlink when the
device is powered up and when you press the Start button.
For RX3003 and RX3004 cellular models: All connections to
HOBOlink count toward your communications plan. If the
station is nearing its limit for monthly cell use, minimize
unscheduled connections. This includes any connections for
alarms or changes you make to the connection schedule. You
can also increase the connection interval to reduce the number
of connections to HOBOlink per day. Check the Device
Information section on your station page in HOBOlink to check
the status of the monthly communications plan usage for the
station.

Checking Latest Conditions with HOBOware

The RX Station Manager within HOBOware is available for
c. Click Delete to remove the mote from the network. showing the current sensor readings in an RX3000 Station
d. If the mote you are deleting is currently active on the connected to a computer. To do this:
network (i.e. powered up and transmitting data), the 1. Connect the station to the computer with a USB cable and
station will need to connect to HOBOlink to complete open HOBOware.
the removal process. Otherwise, the mote will not
2. From the Device menu in HOBOware, select Manage RX
officially leave the network and can attempt to
Station. Note for Windows: You may see a warning that
automatically rejoin the network in the future. To
Windows Firewall has blocked some features. Select
connect to HOBOlink, press the Connect button on the
Domain networks and click Allow Access.
station. Once the station is connected, a command is
sent to the station and the mote permanently leaves the 3. In the RX Station Manager, the Latest Conditions panel
network. shows the currently configured sensors and modules for the
device. Click the refresh button in the Latest Conditions
Managing Connections to HOBOlink panel to take a measurement for each sensor and display
the value. (Note: Sensor readings do not refresh
The station will connect to HOBOlink on the connection interval
automatically.) You can also view general information about
you selected in Readout Configuration.
the RX3000 Station in the Device information panel.
To change the connection schedule:
4. Close the RX Station Manager when done and disconnect
1. Click Devices, then RX Devices, and find the station you the USB cable.
want to configure. Click the arrow next to on the Note: The Latest Conditions and Device Information available in
Devices page and select Readout Configuration. the RX Station Manager are for reference only. Use HOBOlink to
2. Set the connection interval. For the RX3003 and RX3004 view complete station details, access logged data, and
cellular models, the minimum connection interval depends configure the device.
on your communication plan.
3. If you wish to set up a second connection interval, select Deploying and Mounting the Station
the “Night Mode” checkbox. Select when night mode
Follow the guidelines and steps in this section for deploying and
should begin and end and then enter the connection
mounting the station.
interval you want to use during that part of the day.
4. Click Save. The changes to the connection interval will take Guidelines for Deploying the Station
place the next time the station connects to HOBOlink. • Check the signal strength on the LCD in the location you
You can also connect to HOBOlink from the station at any time, wish to deploy the station to make sure it will be able to
regardless of the connection schedule. Press the Connect reliably connect to HOBOlink (RX3002 Wi-Fi and RX3003
button on the station to connect to HOBOlink. Unless the and RX3004 cellular models). The station may have
station is running on a night mode connection interval, the difficulty connecting if there is only one bar illuminated in
normal connection schedule will then restart after the the Wi-Fi or cellular LCD symbol. (The signal strength
connection is complete. For example, a station is configured to shown on the LCD is from the last connection.)
connect hourly and the last connection on its regular schedule
occurred at 10:05. If you use the Connect button on the station

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• The RX3003 and RX3004 cellular models must be mounted • Make sure motes are mounted a minimum of 1.8 m (6
at least one foot from all sensors to avoid interference feet) above the ground or vegetation to help maximize
from the built-in radio module and antenna with the distance and signal strength as shown below.
measurements made by the sensors.
• Make sure the station remains in a vertical position once it
is placed in its deployment location. If it is mounted
horizontally, the battery could be damaged over time as it
is charged and the antenna (if applicable) will not have
optimal range.
• If you haven’t already done so, plug in an AC adapter, solar
panel, or other external power source to keep the battery
charged.
• If you are using a wind speed/direction sensor or if the
station will be installed on a roof or in a location with • Make sure each sensor mote and repeater is positioned so
exposure to lightning, use the grounding wire included that the built-in solar panel receives optimal sunlight
with this station and ground the tripod or mast using throughout each season as shown. It may be necessary to
appropriate grounding, such as the Grounding Kit (M- periodically adjust the mote position as the path of the
GKA). A grounding wire may also reduce potential sensor sunlight changes throughout the year or if tree and leaf
errors that can result from installing near other radio or growth alters the amount of sunlight reaching the solar
electrical equipment or antennas. See Installing the panel.
Grounding Wire.
• Make sure all cables and wires are fastened securely,
routed through the cable access openings, and placed in
the rubber cable channels. Any empty holes in the cable
channels need to be filled with the appropriate size plug to
ensure the station is weatherproof. See Installing the
Weatherproof Rubber Cable Channel and Covers.
• Do not store excess sensor cable wire coiled inside the
station case or within one foot outside the case.
• Protect cables and wires with conduit. Exposed cables can
be chewed by rodents.
• Make sure the total cable length for all installed smart
sensors does not exceed 100 m (328 ft). • Obstructions between motes can prevent reliable network
communication. If the mote is blocked by a small
• Consider using a padlock to restrict access to the station. obstruction (e.g. a pole, the RX3000 station, shrubbery),
With the station door closed, hook a padlock through one then move the mote to a location where the obstruction is
of the latches on the right side of the door and lock it. not blocking the path to the nearest mote. If there is a
Guidelines for Deploying the HOBOnet RX Wireless change in elevation between motes or a large obstruction
Sensor Network is in the way (e.g. a building or tree), then either reposition
the mote until there is full line of sight to the next mote or
• Stay close to the RX3000 station when adding motes to the add a repeater between them.
wireless network because you will need to access both the
station and the mote at the same time. After the mote has
successfully joined the wireless network, you can then
move it to its deployment location.
• Check the signal strength on the mote LCD on the location
where you want to place the mote. If there is only one or
two bars on the signal strength indicator, consider moving
the mote to a location where the signal strength is
stronger.
• Consider using a plastic pole such as PVC to mount the
motes.

• There should not be more than five motes in any direction

at their maximum transmission range from the RXW
Manager. Data logged by a wireless sensor must travel or
“hop” across the wireless network from one mote to the
next until it ultimately reaches the RXW Manager at the
RX3000 station. To make sure the data can successfully

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travel across the network, the mote should not be more • The sensor face located in the nose cone of the sensor end
than five hops away from the manager. needs to be in the water to measure water level.
• Use the Map feature in HOBOlink for a bird’s eye view of
the network and wireless paths. See the HOBOlink Help
for details on this and other ways to monitor the status of
your network and sensor data.
• Use cable ties or screws to mount the mote via the holes
on the mounting tabs.
• Make sure the mote remains in a vertical position once it
is placed in its deployment location for optimal network
communications.
• Make sure the mote door is closed, with both latches fully
locked to ensure a watertight seal.
• Consider using a 3/16 inch padlock to restrict access to the Make sure the
mote. With the mote door closed, hook a padlock through sensor face
the eyelet on the right side of the door and lock it. (represented by
dashed lines in
• Mount the manager as high as possible above the RX3000
this diagram) is in
station to increase the radio signal and line of sight. the water to
measure water
Guidelines for Deploying a Water Level Sensor level
If a water level sensor module (RXMOD-W1) is installed in the
station, follow these guidelines when deploying the water level
sensor: 10.0 mm (0.39 in.)

• The absolute pressure sensor in the water level sensor is

temperature compensated over the range of 0° to 40°C • Any change in length of the sensor cable will result in a 1-
(32° to 104°F). The barometric pressure sensor is to-1 corresponding error in the depth measurement.
temperature compensated over the range of -20° to 50°C Always pull-test a cable prior to deploying a logger in a
(-4° to 122°F). To obtain the highest level of accuracy, both well to make sure it does not stretch.
the sensor and station should be allowed to come to full
• If you are deploying the sensor in a lake, river, or stream,
temperature equilibrium (approximately 20 minutes)
you must first build a stilling well to protect it and the
before the reference level is entered in HOBOlink as
cable. A simple stilling well can be constructed with PVC or
described in Setting up the Station.
ABS pipe. A properly constructed stilling well holds the
• Sudden temperature changes should be avoided. sensor in position and protects the sensor from currents,
• When deploying the water level sensor in a well, make wave action, and debris. Suspend the sensor in the stilling
sure the well is vented to the atmosphere. Typically, a well so it is always underwater, but not on the bottom to
small hole can be drilled in the side of the well cap to be buried by silt.
ensure that the pressure inside and outside the well is at For more information, see the Technical Application Note for
equilibrium. Use the Onset well cap (WELL-CAP-02) if it is a Constructing a Stilling Well at:
5 cm (2 inch) well. Otherwise, you will need to find [Link]
another method of attaching the cable at the top of your
• To prevent the sensor from moving in currents and to
well so that the sensor stays in position. The sensor cable
ensure the support cable is kept straight during
includes a Kevlar® strength member so it can support the
deployment, you may need to add a weight to the
weight of the sensor and its cable. You can attach a clamp
suspension cable just above the sensor or hang a weight
around the cable, such as a hose clamp, but be careful not
below the sensor. In some cases, you may need to both
to damage the cable.
add a weight and use a stilling well.
• Make sure the vent on the side of the station does not
• Be very careful not to exceed the burst pressure for the
collect water, which will block proper barometric pressure
sensor. The pressure sensor will burst if the maximum
readings. The best way to avoid water collecting is to
depth is exceeded (see Specifications). The sensor should
mount the station vertically.
be positioned at a depth where it will remain in the water
for the duration of the deployment, but not exceed the
rated bursting depth.
• If the cable is too long, loop the cable and secure the cable
with multiple zip ties to ensure the loop does not slip. The
looped cable should be tight enough that the cable can be
easily pulled out of the well if necessary, but it must not
bend the cable any tighter than a 1.25 cm (0.5 inch) radius
to prevent damage to the cable.

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Installing the Grounding Wire Installing the Weatherproof Rubber Cable

Insert the grounding wire through the larger of the two cable Channel and Covers
access openings and plug it into the ground connector. You may
Important: This is required for outdoor and weatherproof
need pliers to connect it to the station. The grounding wire
deployments and recommended for harsh indoor environments
must be connected to a properly grounded mast (typically on
where debris could enter the station.
one side of the U-bolt) when the station is mounted.
1. Make sure all sensors and cables are installed, including the
solar panel, AC adapter cable, or external DC power cable,
and the grounding wire.
2. If a water level sensor module is installed, you will need to
use the rubber cable channel packaged with the water level
sensor module rather than the smaller of the two rubber
cable channels from the RX3000 Channel Kit packaged with
the station.
Connect the grounding wire here 3. Grease one of the two rubber cable channels.
a. Apply a small amount of silicone grease (about the size
Mounting the Station of a pea) onto your fingertip.
Attach the mounting plates with a Phillips-head screwdriver to b. Lightly coat all four outer edges on the rubber cable
the back of the station to mount it on a flat surface. Mount the channel with grease.
station vertically to a wall or board using screws.
c. Open the cable channel and lightly coat the inside of
both halves (the part with the grooves).
4. Lightly coat the portion of each cable that will be in the
channel with grease.
Screw the 5. Position the cable channel around the cables, routing the
mounting cables through the proper grooves.
plates to a. Open the greased rubber cable channel so that the
the back of channel’s hinged side is oriented to the left.
station
b. Place each cable or wire into a single groove in the cable
channel, installing them from left to right.
• For the large cable channel, place smart sensor cables
in the grooves. If using the grounding wire, place the
black portion of it into the rightmost hole in the cable
channel (the hole farthest from the hinged side).

Use the holes on the mounting plates to Cables placed

affix the station to a board or flat surface in grooves of
rubber cable
You can also mount the station vertically to a mast or pole and
channel
tripod using U-bolts (unscrew the nut on the U-bolt to place
around the mast or pole). Screw the mounting plates to the
back of the station as shown above. Make sure the mounting
plates are mounted against the flat part of the U-bolt saddle
clamps. If using the grounding wire, attach it to one end of the
U-bolt. Refer to the Tripod Setup Guide for full details.
• If you are using the small cable channel that was
shipped with the RX3000 station (not the cable
channel shipped with the water level sensor module),
place the AC adapter or solar panel cable and any
analog sensor cables or relay wires in each of the
grooves. Place larger cables in the five grooves on the
left closest to the hinged side and smaller cables in the
Attach the
five grooves on the right.
station to a
pole or mast • If you are using the small cable channel that was
with U-bolts shipped with the water level sensor module (not the
cable channel shipped with the station), place the
water level sensor cable in one of the two medium
holes. Place the AC adapter or solar panel cable and
any analog sensor cables or relay wires in each of the
remaining grooves, with larger cables in the four

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largest grooves and smaller cables in the four smallest 11. Use the included wrench to tighten the four thumb screws
grooves. on each of the two plates until the plates are flat against
Use one of these two
the case.
Cable channel for water medium holes for the
level sensors water level sensor cable

Use these four large Use these four small

holes for larger cables holes for smaller cables

Important: The cable diameter must be 4.0 mm (0.156

in.) to fit through one of the smaller holes or 6.4 mm
Both cable
(0.25 in.) to fit through one of the larger holes in the
channels
rubber cable channel. If the cable diameter is too small, installed with
build up the diameter using heat shrink. If the cable is plugs
too big, splice on another cable with a smaller diameter
to fit through the hole. If you are using the rubber cable
channel designed for the water level sensor, reserve the Care and Maintenance
medium holes for the water level sensor cable.
The station is designed for outdoor use, but should be
inspected periodically. When inspecting the station, do the
6. Close the rubber cable channel making sure the cables and
following:
wires remain in their grooves.
7. Press the cable channel into the opening until it is flush with • Verify the station enclosure and any wireless sensor motes
the outside of the case (when fully seated, the channel will are free of visible damage or cracks.
project slightly into the inside of the case). To reduce the • Make sure the station or mote enclosure is clean. Wipe
amount of excess cable in the case, gently pull the cables any dust or grime off with a damp cloth.
toward you as you press the channel into place. • Wipe any water off the station or mote before opening it.
8. Using thumbscrews, install the plate on the cable access
• Check that all cables and wires are free of damage, such as
opening to hold the rubber cable channel in place. (Use the
cracks, cuts, and splits.
smaller plate for the top opening and the larger plate for
the larger opening.) Do not fully tighten the thumbscrews • Make sure cables and wires are still fastened securely and
yet; keep them loosely installed while you install the rubber any conduit is still intact.
plugs in the next step. • Verify that all cables and wires are free of corrosion. If
9. Lightly coat rubber plugs with a small amount of grease and moisture is visible inside the station or if there is any sign
use the plugs to fill any empty holes in the two cable of corrosion on the connectors, spray WD-40® or an
channels. Insert the thin part of the plug into the hole and equivalent electronics-safe corrosion inhibitor on the
push it in until the thick part of the plug fills the hole. Use connectors. This will displace moisture and prevent
the large plugs in the larger holes and the small plugs in the additional corrosion. Be sure to determine the source of
smaller holes. If you are using the rubber cable channel the moisture and fix it. Check the cable channel and cover
designed for the water level sensor, then use one of the seals for any sign of moisture entry.
medium plugs included with the water level sensor module • Make sure any interior seals or cable channels are intact
to fill an empty medium-sized hole. and the latches are fully locked when the station and any
mote doors are closed.

Troubleshooting
Error codes can appear on the LCD if a problem arises with the
station or a sensor. This table describes common error codes
Channel in place with
that may appear. Contact Onset Technical Support for help.
plate (thumbscrews Fault
not tightened); fill Code # Description Action to Take
holes with plugs
Insert thin end of 001 System Power cycle the station (disconnect the
plug into hole in Failed battery and charging device, wait for a
cable channel Initialization minute, and then plug the battery and
charging device back in).
10. Repeat steps 2 through 9 with the other rubber cable
channel. 004 Sensor Check the smart sensor data in
Error/Fault HOBOlink to see which smart sensor is
producing an error. You may need to
remove or replace the smart sensor if

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Fault All communications will stop if the battery voltage drops below
Code # Description Action to Take 3.9 V. The station will stop logging if the battery voltage drops
the smart sensor is consistently below 3.6 V. If the station has stopped logging due to low
reporting erroneous data. battery voltage, plug in an AC adapter, solar panel, or external
036 Missing A previously installed module has gone
power source to recharge it. It may take several minutes for the
Module missing. Power cycle the station station to power back up; the lower the remaining voltage, the
(disconnect the battery and charging longer it will take for power to return. Also note that it will take
device, wait for a minute, and then longer for power to return with a solar panel than with an AC
plug the battery and charging device adapter. If the charging device is not recharging a dead battery,
back in). contact Onset Technical Support.
037 Module The station must be powered off when
Important: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of this type
Improperly installing a module to guarantee
Installed proper operation. Power cycle the of battery, it is imperative that you charge the battery for at
station (disconnect the battery and least 12 hours every six months at minimum, even if you are
charging device, wait for a minute, and not actively using the station. Otherwise, permanent loss of
then plug the battery and charging battery capacity may occur.
device back in).

129 Smart There is a problem with one or more of

For information on mote batteries, refer to the wireless sensor
Sensor Bus the smart sensor connections. Check or repeater manual at [Link]/support/manuals.
Fault that all smart sensors are fully plugged
in (follow the instructions in Adding or
Removing Smart Sensors). Also check
that the smart sensor cables are ok.

132 Analog Check the analog sensor connection

Excitation and the excitation settings for the
Bus Fault sensor in HOBOlink.

Battery Information
The station uses one rechargeable 4 volt, 10Ah, sealed lead-
acid battery. Use the AC adapter (AC-U30), solar panel (SOLAR-
xW), or external DC power cable (CABLE-RX-PWR) with your
own charging device to keep the battery charged. If using a
solar panel, the quality and quantity of solar light can affect
whether the battery is sufficiently charged to last through the
night and cloudy periods. Without a charging device connected,
expected battery life varies based on the ambient temperature
where the station is deployed, the logging or sampling interval,
frequency of connections to HOBOlink, the number of channels
that are active, excitation in analog modules, the number of
tripped alarms, and other factors. Deployments in extremely
cold or hot temperatures, a logging interval faster than 1
minute, or a sampling interval faster than 15 seconds can
impact battery life. Estimates are not guaranteed due to
uncertainties in initial battery conditions and operating
environment.
Use the following table as a guideline for estimating how long
the station will run using a fully charged battery and no source
of external power. For these examples, the station has up to 10
smart sensors installed and no excitation enabled for the
analog sensor module.
Connection Interval Logging Interval Typical Run Time

10 minutes 1 minute 20 days

1 hour 15 minutes 50 days

6+ hour 30 minutes 75 days

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 DANGER! HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD!

This station can be used with sensors that may be installed in an energized electrical
enclosure or on an energized conductor. Installation of sensors in an energized
electrical enclosure or on an energized conductor can result in severe injury or death.
These sensors are for installation by qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock,
do not install or service these sensors unless you are qualified to do so. Disconnect
and lock out all power sources during installation and servicing. Please read the sensor
users’ manuals for instructions and use.

WARNING

This station contains a radio and is not approved for use on airplanes. Disconnect the
battery and all power sources before flight.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Industry Canada Statements

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Avis de conformité pour l’Industrie Canada

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits for general population, the logger must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from
all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

NCC Statement

經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作
業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

Translation:

Article 12
Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well
as performance to an approved low power radio-frequency device.

Article 14
The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with legal communications. If found, the user shall cease operating immediately until no
interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio communications is operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act. The low power radio-
frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.

「減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用」

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