| Q: How
does the ModuLogger differ from the HyperLogger™? |
A: In
size: typically systems will be 1/4 the size.
In packaging: it is supplied in a dustproof instrument
housing and is dustproof, not weatherproof.
In Market Focus: the ModuLogger was designed to meet
the needs of OEM's that want to incorporate specific
features into their manufactured control systems. The
ModuLogger can be specified to provide only the features
that an OEM wants for a specific application resulting
in cost savings. |
| Q: How
do I program the ModuLogger? |
A: Simple.
In HyperWareT software build a network of interconnected
icons on your PC screen representing the functions desired
then upload this Icon Network to the ModuLogger and
start the ModuLogger running.
No lines of code to write.
No tedious sequences of front panel button pressing. |
| Q:
Can the ModuLogger output upon alarm? |
A: Yes.
The ModuLogger is equipped with two relay alarm outputs,
a TTL output, and a current limited, regulated 5VDC
output. Simple to complex alarm / control functions
are easily programmed all from within the graphic HyperWare
programming window. Additional outputs can be added
with plug-on modular layers. |
| Q: Is
the HyperWareT software included? |
A: No.
For maximum savings for OEM's, each component / feature
in a ModuLogger system is specified and purchased. (The
software and manual are only $185)
|
| Q: What
else does HyperWareT software provide? |
A: In
addition to graphic programming of the ModuLogger, HyperWareT
provides drag and drop communications support for RS-232,
real-time display of collected data (when connected
up to a PC via RS-232) and the HyperWare Plotter, a
powerful graphic data plotter that provides multi-channel
data plots vs. time. |
| Q: Does
HyperWareT run under Windows? |
A: Yes.
HyperWareT was developed by Logic Beach programmers
to run under the MS Windows 3.1x, 95 and NT environments.
This translates to a short software learning curve as
well as simple installation. Modems, serial ports and
printers are all handled under Windows. Graphic data
plots from the HyperWare Plotter can be directly printed
or pasted into other Windows applications... seamlessly.
|
| Q: What's
the resolution of the ModuLogger A to D converter? |
A: The
MLIM-7 Isolated Interface module uses an 18 bit ADC
with up to 400nDCV resolution, protected to 120VAC.
Standard analog inputs are 13 Bit with resolution down
to 5uDCV...a true instrumentation grade product. Bipolar
signals are accepted and all of the analog channels
are true instrumentation amplifier differential inputs
resulting in excellent signal to noise ratios. |
| Q: How
many samples can the ModuLogger store? |
A: Approximately
16,000 readings. With the factory, Memory Expansion
Option, internal memory is increased to approximately
80,000 readings. Also, due to the power of icon net
programming, lots of data reduction can be done in the
ModuLogger prior to storage in memory, drastically reducing
the amount of stored data.
NOTE: Watch this spec, competitors commonly spec the
amount of memory in bytes which is a misleadingly big
number rather than actual sampled readings... which
is what really counts to a User. |
| Q:
How fast can the ModuLogger take readings? |
A: With
simple nets taking readings directly to memory, approximate
rates are:
Vdc or Adc signal inputs: 150+
Thermocouples: 35+
Digital (Event / Count): 200+
NOTE: methods can be employed to bump the Thermocouple
sampling rate up to 150. |
| Q: How
is interface to various sensor and process signals handled? |
A: Through
the use of a family of plug-on, multi-function Interface
Modules. These modules facilitate direct connection
of a multitude of signal levels and types... eliminating
the hassle of adding external scaling or signal conditioning
circuits. The modules are also multi-function, allowing
for simple configuration for many different types of
signal inputs/outputs from within the HyperWare software.
For example, each of the four input channels on the
MLIM-1 is individually configurable for 13 Vdc input
ranges, seven mAdc ranges, and 6 types of thermocouple.
These modules facilitate direct connection of a multitude
of signal levels and types... eliminating the hassle
of adding external scaling or signal conditioning circuits.
NOTE: Many competitive products can accept only one
type and range of input per channel. This requires that
a separate data logger be purchased for every type of
signal input and/or that external precision voltage
dividers or shunts be procured and wired on by the User
(what a hassle). |
| Q: How
many channels can the ModuLogger accept? |
A: Up
to 44 analog or 48 digital or a mix. By using the MLIM-7,
which can accept 4 pairs (2) of isolated inputs for
a module total of 8 inputs, a total of 44 analog signals
can be monitored with a fully expanded ModuLogger. The
ModuLogger system base can accept 4 analog inputs and
the system allows for expansion of 5 more interface
modules. |
| Q: How
long will the ModuLogger run from its internal batteries? |
A: This
depends on the application, but in many cases the ModuLogger
will run for up to 6 weeks off a new set of alkaline
D-Cells (optional battery pack). Also, an external low-voltage
power supply (wall transformer) is provided with the
ModuLogger which will power the unit indefinitely. And
if the utility power fails, the ModuLogger will automatically
transfer to battery power. |
| Q: Can
I easily get the collected data into another file format? |
A: Yes,
simply use the file conversion and post-processing capabilities
provided within HyperWare. Data can even be mathematically
manipulated during file conversion. |
| Q: What
is provided with the ModuLogger system? |
A: Nothing!
(as no standard system exist) To meet OEM's stringent
price constraints, the User must specify each of the
features and I/O modules that they want. Every system
must include the MDL-CPU or MDL-CPU-EXM module (which
includes 4 analog channels, one CJC channel, one digital
count/event channel and 4 outputs). To this system base
add additional features and I/O modules. |
