Optic Base Station with Coupler

Qty.	1-9	10-99	100+
$US	$149	$138	$127

The Optic Base Station is used to communicate between the host computer and either an Optic data logger or an Optic Shuttle. The Optic Base Station connects to the computer interface cable included with BoxCar software starter kits.

Features:

Data Logging Communications Systems for StowAway Loggers

Used for readout of the Optic StowAway and StowAway TidbiT loggers

Environment:

The DSA is for use in Indoor and Outdoor environments

DSA

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Can the data be retrieved from a logger that is not communicating, or a logger that was accidentally re-launched prior to the data being downloaded?

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There are two common reasons for data loss: Relaunching a logger before the data has been saved Technical problem with the logger itself.

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What should I do if the data logger's internal board gets wet?

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If possible, remove the board from the case and the battery from the board. Dry the board completely using a hair dryer.

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I just bought a Data Logger. When I first plugged them into the USB port, a popup menu for Digital Signature concerning Microsoft asked if I wanted to continue: YES or NO. I said YES to all but one of them and now the computer won't recognize the logger.

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Open HOBOWare, plug the logger back in, then click on Start->Settings->Control Panel->System.

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I launched my data logger with "delayed start," but I noticed that logging began earlier than the time I entered. What happened?

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There is a small bug in early versions of the HOBO Water Temperature Pro data loggers that result in premature starting in some cases (when using the...

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The graph shows a random spike in the recorded data. What may have caused this?

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Spikes in the data file may be caused by rapid pressure changes or thermal shock (quick temperature changes). .

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I cannot communicate with my data logger.

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The Optic and Tidbit data loggers must be inserted into the Base Station in order for the computer to detect them; it will not detect the Base...

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My battery level seems to be going down quickly, what could be causing this?

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Check both the logging and the sampling interval to make sure they are greater than one-minute intervals.

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The datafile shows two more points than my testing did. Why?

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The first and last event on your datafile is a stamp of the start and end time.

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What is the maximum recommended source impedance?

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The maximum recommended impedance for analog sources is 2.5 K. This value is calculated based on the maximum leakage current of the input pin.

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Can the data loggers be exposed to any type of chemical or chemical vapors?

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As a general rule, no.

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How often do the data loggers need recalibration and/or servicing?

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The CO data logger should be checked, at a minimum, on a yearly basis. Proper testing requires a CO testing chamber.

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Why is my connection to the data loggers intermittent?

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For best performance, connect the USB cable directly to a port on your computer.

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How do I turn the data logger off?

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HOBO/StowAway data loggers shut off when the memory is full (unless wrap around is selected), or the data is downloaded to a computer.

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How do I protect my data loggers from electrical discharge (ESD)?

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A discharge of static electricity may cause a running data logger to stop recording.

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What is a Data Logger?

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A data logger (or datalogger), commonly referred to as a 'HOBO', is an electronic instrument that records measurements (temperature, relative...

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