DT81 Series 2 data†aker ®

Data Logger

Intelligent Data Logging Products

Specifications
• USB memory for easy data & program transfer
• Dual Channel Isolation Technology
• Serial ‘Smart Sensor’ port
• User Definable allocation of memory size & mode
• Web server for improved browser access
• FTP for automatic data transfer
• Modbus for SCADA connection
• SDI-12 (multiple networks)
• Up to 3 Analog (± 30V) sensor inputs
• 8 Flexible Digital channels

Applications include:
Feature Packed Value for Money!
The dataTaker DT81 is the answer to the end user or OEM requiring fewer channels whilst • Research & Development
demanding the powerful features and flexibility of the DT80.
• Agricultural Research
With support for SDI-12 sensors, Modbus for SCADA systems and Web enabled features, the • Weather Stations
DT81 is ready to be rolled out into tomorrow’s environmental or industrial monitoring projects.
• Total Energy Monitoring
The DT81 is a robust, stand alone, low power and economical data logger. It’s USB memory stick • Environmental Monitoring
support, 18 bit resolution and extensive communications capabilities make it a powerful partner.
• Temperature Profiling
Versatile Measurement • Aquaculture
Analog and digital channels, high-speed counter inputs, phase encoder input and programmable • Structural Monitoring
serial sensor channel allow the DT81 to easily connect to most sensors and data measurement • Strain Gauges
sources. Temperature, voltage, current, 4-20mA loops, resistance, bridges, strain gauges,
frequency, digital, serial and calculated measurements can all be scaled, logged and returned • Process Monitoring
in engineering units or within statistical reporting. Group sampling, logging, alarm and control • Fault Identification
tasks within schedules to suit your requirements. Smart sensors, GPS, PLCs and other intelligent
devices are supported via a serial sensor port (RS232), with our optional CANgate interface • Machine Down Time
available for CAN bus applications. • Pressure
• Load Cells
Superior Data Storage and Communications • Flow
Store up to 10 million data points in user defined memory, log as much or as little as you • Vehicle Testing
need with independent control of schedule size and mode. Overwrite or stop logging once
allocated memory is full. Archive data on alarm event, copy to USB memory or transfer via FTP, • GPS
the choice is yours. • CANgate (optional)
Communications features include RS232 with modem support, USB, Ethernet and USB memory • CAN bus
stick ports. Connect to the DT81 locally, remotely or over the Internet. The web server allows • J1939
browser access to data and files, FTP provides data to your office over the internet or mobile
phone network, without the need for polling or specific host software. • OBDII

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Software &
Technical
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Analog Channels Digital Channels Network (TCP/IP) Services
1 analog input channel Uses Ethernet and/or Host RS232 (PPP) ports
The channel supports: one isolated 3-wire or 4-wire
Digital Input/Outputs
input, or two isolated 2-wire inputs, 4 bi-directional channels Command Interface
or three common referenced 2-wire inputs. Input Type: 4 logic level (max 20/30V) Access the ASCII command interface of the DT80 via
Output Type: 3 with open drain FET TCP/IP
Fundamental Input Ranges (max: 30V, 100mA), 1 with logic output. Web Server
The fundamental inputs that the DT80 can measure
are voltage, current, resistance and frequency. Relay Output Access current data and status from any web browser.
All other measurements are derived from these. 1 latching relay, contacts (max: 30Vdc, 1A) Custom pages can be defined. Download data in CSV
format. Command interface window. Define mimic
Full Scale Resolution Full Scale Resolution
Counter Channels displays.
±30 mVdc 0.25 μV 100 Ω 1.5 mΩ
±300 mVdc 2.5 μV 1000 Ω 15 mΩ Low Speed Counters Modbus Server (slave)
±3 Vdc 25 μV 10,000 Ω 150.00 mΩ 4 counters shared with digital inputs. Access current data and status from any Modbus client
±30 Vdc 250 μV 100 Hz 0.0002 % Low speed counters do not function in sleep mode. (e.g. SCADA system)
±0.3 mA 2.5 nA 10 kHz 0.0002 %
±3 mA 25 nA
Size: 32 bit FTP Server
Max Count rate: 10 Hz Access logged data from any FTP client or web browser
±30 mA 250 nA
Auto-ranging is supported over 3 ranges. Dedicated Counter Inputs FTP Client
4 high speed or 1 phase encoder (quadrature) inputs Automatically upload logged data direct to an FTP server
Accuracy Size: 32 bit
Measurement at ... 5°C to 40°C – 45°C to 70°C Max Count rate: 10 kHz System
DC Voltage 0.1% 0.35% Input type: 2 logic level inputs (max ±30V), 2 sensitive
DC Current 0.15% 0.45% inputs (10mV) for magnetic pick-ups (max ±10V)
Display and Keypad
DC Resistance 0.1% 0.35% Type: LCD, 2 line by 16 characters, backlight.
Frequency 0.1% 0.25% Serial Channels Display Functions: channel data, alarms, system status.
Accuracy table above is % of reading ±0.01% of full scale. Keypad: 6 keys for scrolling and function execution.
SDI-12 Status LEDs: 4 for sample, disk, attention and power.
Sampling 1 SDI-12 input, shared with digital channel.
Integrates over 50/60Hz line period for accuracy and The input can support multiple SDI-12 sensors. Firmware Upgrade
noise rejection Via: RS232, Ethernet, USB or USB disk.
Generic Serial Sensor
Maximum sample speed: 25Hz Flexible options to allow data to be logged from a wide Real Time Clock
Effective resolution: 18 bits range of smart sensors and data streams. Normal resolution: 200μs
Linearity: 0.01% Available ports: Host RS232 Port* Accuracy: ±1 min/year (0°C to 40°C),
Common mode rejection: >90dB Baud rate: 300 to 115200 ±4 min/year (-40°C to 70°C)
Line series mode rejection: >35dB *If used as a Serial Sensor channel then the Host Port
is not available for other communications. Power Supply
Inputs External voltage range: 10 to 30Vdc
Inter-Channel Isolation: 100V (relay switching) Calculated Channels Internal battery: 6Vdc 1.2Ahr lead acid
Analog Section Isolation: 100V (opto-isolated) Combine values from analog, digital and serial sensors Peak Power: 12W (12Vdc 1A)
Input impedance: 100KΩ, >100MΩ using expressions involving variables and functions.
Common mode range: ±3.5V or ±35V on 30V range Functions: An extensive range of Arithmetic,
Average power Consumption
Trigonometric, Relational, Logical and Statistical Using 12Vdc external power source
Sensor Excitation (Supply) functions are available. Sampling Speed Average Power
Analog channel: selectable 250μA or 2.5mA precision 1 second 1350 mW
current source, 4.5V voltage source, or switched external Alarms 5 second 500 mW
supply. Condition: high, low, within range and outside range 30 second 135 mW
General Purpose: Switchable 12V regulated supply for 5 minutes 70 mW
Delay: optional time period for alarm response
powering sensors & accessories. (max 150mA) 1 hour 60 mW
Actions: set digital outputs, transmit message, execute
any dataTaker command. Typical Operating Time
Analog Sensors
from internal 6Vdc, 1.2Ahr battery
Supports a wide range of sensors including, but not Scheduling of Data Acquisition
limited to, those listed below. A wide range of sensor Number of schedules: 11 Sampling Speed Operating Time
scaling and linearising facilities including polynomials, 1 second 6.5 hours
expressions and functions. Schedule rates: 10ms to days
5 second 1 day
1 minute 10 days
Thermocouples Data Storage 1 hour 3.5 months
Types: B, C, D, E, G, J, K, N, R, S, T Internal Store
Calibration standard: ITS-90 Capacity: 128MB = approx 10,000,000 data points Physical and Environment
Construction: Powder coated zinc and
RTDs Removable USB store device anodized aluminum.
Materials supported: Pt, Ni, Cu (optional accessory) Dimensions: 180 x 137 x 65mm
Resistance range: 10Ω to 10KΩ Types: compatible with USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 drives, e.g. Flash drive. Weight: 1.5kg (4kg shipping)
Thermistors Capacity: approx. 90,000 data points per megabyte. Temperature range: –45°C to 70°C *
Types: YSI 400xx Series, other types* Humidity: 85% RH, non-condensing
Resistance range: <10kΩ** Communication Interfaces *reduced battery life and LCD operation
outside range –15°C to 50°C
* Other thermistor types are supported by thermistor Ethernet Port
scaling and calculated channels.
**Resistance range can be increased with the use of
Interface: 10BaseT (10Mbps) Accessories Included
Protocol: TCP/IP Resource CD: includes software, video training
a parallel resistor.
and user manual.
USB Port
Monolithic Temperature Sensors Interface: USB 1.1 (virtual COM port)
Comms cable: USB cable
Types supported: LM34 - 60, AD590, 592, TMPxx Line adaptor: 110/240Vac to 15Vdc, 800mA
Protocol: ASCII command
LM135, 235, 335
Strain Gauge and Bridge Sensors Host RS232 Port Optional Accessories
Speed: 300 to 115200 baud (57,600 default) A range of accessories are available. Contact your local
Configurations: ¼, ½ & full bridge distributor or visit www.datataker.com
Excitation: voltage or current Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS),
Software (XON/XOFF), None
4-20mA Current Loop Handshake lines: DCD, DSR, DTR, RTS, CTS
Internal 100R shunt or external shunt resistor Modem support: auto-answer and dial out
Protocols: ASCII Command, TCP/IP (PPP),
Modbus, Serial Sensor
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