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Serial Number Location Certification Unpacking and Inspection Warranty Contact Information 2 Product Specifications Level TROLL 400 Instrument Level TROLL 500 Instrument Level TROLL 700 Instrument Level TROLL 700H Instrument BaroTROLL Instrument RuggedCable System Suspension Wire 3 About the Pressure/Level Sensor...
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Installation Guidelines Stabilization Time BaroTROLL Instrument Installation Programming the Baro TROLL Instrument Installation 8 Win-Situ Overview Data Tab Home Tab Logging Tab Sensors Tab Device Setup Tab 9 Using Win-Situ 5 Software Connecting an Instrument to the Software 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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10 Connect to a Data Logger or PLC Controller Wiring Analog (4-20 mA) 2 Wire SDI-12 3 Wire Modbus Master Modbus Master with RS232 (Converter Required) Power Connections Communication Protocols Redundant Logging 11 Cleaning and Maintenance Overview Operating Considerations Temperature Pressure Range Batteries 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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Cleaning the Instrument Twist-Lock Connectors Storage Factory Calibration and Service In-House Factory Calibration Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Form Obtaining Repair Service Guidelines for Cleaning Returned Equipment 12 Decontamination and Cleaning Form 13 Troubleshooting 14 Declarations of Conformity and Similarity 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Your instrument was carefully inspected before shipping. Check for any physical damage sustained during shipment. Notify In-Situ and file a claim with the carriers involved if there is any shipping damage. Accessories may be shipped separately and should also be inspected for physical damage and the fulfillment of your order.
Units of measure Level: in, ft, mm, cm, m Temperature Sensor Accuracy & resolution ±0.1° C; 0.01° C or better Units of measure Celsius or Fahrenheit 3 years Warranty Extended warranties are available for all instruments—call for details 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Includes linearity and hysteresis over one year Specifications are subject to change without notice. Delrin is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company. Level TROLL 500 Instrument General Level TROLL 500 Operational: -20-80° C (-4-176° F) Temperature ranges Storage: -40-80°...
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3 years Warranty Extended warranties are available for all instruments—call for details Footnotes See See page 8. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Level: in, ft, mm, cm, m Temperature Sensor Accuracy & resolution ±0.1° C; 0.01° C or better Units of measure Celsius or Fahrenheit 3 years Warranty Extended warranties are available for all instruments—call for details Footnotes See See page 8. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Level: mm, cm, m, in, ft, Temperature Sensor Accuracy & resolution ±0.1° C; 0.01° C or better Units of measure Celsius or Fahrenheit 3 years Warranty Extended warranties are available for all instruments—call for details Footnotes See See page 8. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
BaroTROLL Instrument The titanium BaroTROLL measures and logs barometric pressure and temperature. Use the BaroTROLL in conjunction with non-vented In-Situ Instruments. Win-Situ BaroMerge Software simplifies post-correction of water level data by automatically subtracting barometric readings from data collected by a non-vented instrument to compensate for changes in pressure due to barometric fluctuations.
304 stainless steel, 7 x 7 strand Coating 15 mil polyester elastomer insulation Weight 0.28 kg / 30 m (0.60 lb / 100 ft) Break strength 122 kg (270 lb) with proper clip tightening Specifications are subject to change without notice. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
A pressure transducer senses changes in pressure, measured in force per square unit of surface area, exerted by water or other fluid on an internal media-isolated strain gauge. In-Situ offers instruments with either absolute (non-vented) or gauged (vented) pressure sensors.
When you configure level using the Sensors tab, the settings are stored in the instrument and are available for use in Modbus, SDI-12, or 4-20 mA analog communication. A different configuration can be selected when you set up a log. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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4. In the Sensor Setup window, select the Level parameter, then click Configure The Level Setup Wizard opens. 5. In the Level Setup Wizard, select the options you want. For more information, view the Help in the Win-Situ 5 Software. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Cables can be ordered with a twist-lock termination (female connector) on both ends that connect to the instrument, the TROLL Com Communication Device, desiccant, and other accessories. Cables can also be ordered with stripped-and-tinned termination for wiring to a data logger or controller using SDI-12, analog (4-20 mA), or Modbus communication protocol. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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RuggedCable System with female to female connectors Stripped-and-tinned RuggedCable System with female connector Stripped-and-tinned RuggedCable System with male connector (short length that converts a cable with a twist-lock connector to a stripped-and-tinned cable) 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Suspension wire is appropriate to use when direct communication with the instrument is not necessary during deployment. Description Part Number Suspension Wire - 300 feet 0066450 Suspension Wire - 150 feet 0066460 Suspension Wire - 50 feet 0066470 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
You can also use the Wireless TROLL Com as a replacement for a standard wired TROLL Communication Device. The Wireless Rugged TROLL Com permits wireless transmission between a Bluetooth 2.0-enabled device and a Rugged TROLL data logger. You must use a Direct Read Rugged TROLL cable with the Wireless Rugged TROLL Com. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Battery Tips The communication device uses an internal, rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery to supply power. While these batteries last for years with minimal decrease in performance, there are a few tips to prolong the life of the battery. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
4. Click Preferences, then click Comm Settings. 5. Select the correct Com port used by the charging cable, then select the communication settings for the instrument you are connecting. The following default communication settings are most common for In-Situ instruments: Baud: 19200...
Part Number AC Adapter 24 VDC 0052440 Use only In-Situ Inc.'s AC adapter. Damage to the instrument caused by the use of third- party converters is not covered by the warranty. External Power—External Battery Packs External battery packs can significantly increase the life of an instrument, either for long-term deployments or to preserve an aging instrument.
*Logging with all sensors. Actual battery lifetime varies based on site conditions. TROLL Replaceable Level TROLL Family Battery Pack 15 minute logging 1.6 years rate* 1 hour logging rate* 1.7 years *Logging with all sensors. Actual battery lifetime varies based on site conditions. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Twist-Lock Hanger The Twist-Lock Hanger is used with a suspension wire to install a non-vented instrument when the user does not require direct communication. Part Number Image Description Twist-Lock Hanger, titanium 0051480 for Level TROLL 400, 700, 700H, BaroTROLL 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
The panel-mounted bulkhead connector provides connection between RuggedCable System and a controller panel. Part Number Image Description 0053240 Bulkhead Connector Locking Well Cap Description Part Number Locking Well Cap, 2" 0020360 Locking Well Cap, 2" vented 0020370 Locking Well Cap, 4" 0020380 Locking Well Cap, 4" vented 0020390 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
About VuSitu VuSitu is the mobile user interface and control application for In-Situ water quality instruments. You can use VuSitu on mobile devices with Android operating system 4.4, Bluetooth 2.0 and newer. Download the latest version of the app from the Google Play Store at play.google.com.
Select Choose or Add a Device. You should see the serial number of the instrument you wish to pair. Tap the serial number to connect. Tap the Back button on your device to view the Connected Instrument screen. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Press and hold any item in a list of Press an item and swipe left to reveal Press any item in a list and swipe right files. You can now select multiple files. the delete and share icons. to reveal the sharing icon. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Snapshot Mode Live Readings Mode Take a single reading Take readings at two- and save to Snapshot file. second intervals. View Snapshot file from View readings from Menu > Data Files. Menu > Data Files. Check Snapshot option. Check Live option. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Choose one of the download options from the menu. You can transfer a data file from your mobile device to a PC via Bluetooth, email it to yourself or any valid email address, save the file to the VuSitu folder on your device or upload it to Google Drive. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
However, you can program the instrument with any TROLL Com. A Wireless TROLL Com will allow you to connect to the VuSitu mobile app, which you can use to configure and deploy your instrument. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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Direct-Connect TROLL Com Communication Device, serial connection, programming only, not submersible USB port on a PC/laptop Direct-Connect TROLL Com Communication Device, USB connection, programming only, not submersible Cable-Connect TROLL Com Communication Device, USB connection, for field use 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
1. If a desiccant is present, remove the desiccant from the cable. Twist the desiccant and cable sleeve in opposite directions to unlock the desiccant from the cable. 2. Position the TROLL Com and cable flat edges so they will connect properly. Push and twist until you hear a click. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Install the Software Win-Situ 5 Software Install Win-Situ 5 Software from the In-Situ software/resource CD or from the In-Situ website. Click the Win-Situ 5 link, and follow the instructions to install Win-Situ 5 to your local hard drive. USB TROLL Com Drivers If you are using a USB TROLL Com Communication Device, be sure to select the option "Install USB TROLL Com Drivers"...
Pull on the grip to tighten it on the cable. Use the loop on the Kellems grip to anchor the cable to a convenient stationary object such as the In-Situ well dock installation ring. To install the Kellems grip to the installation ring, insert the loop into the locking clip on the well dock and position the assembly at the top of a well casing.
Do not allow vented cable to bend enough to obstruct the internal vent tube. The recommended bend radius is 13.5 mm (0.54 in), which is twice the cable diameter. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
If you intend to monitor water levels to the instrument's stringent accuracy specifications, allow up to 60 minutes for the probe and cable to stabilize to the environment. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
One installation configuration option is shown below using a twist-lock hanger and a suspension wire. To prevent flooding of the BaroTROLL electronics, attach the twist-lock hanger before you install the BaroTROLL. Do not submerge the Baro TROLL Instrument. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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Water pressure (as measured by a vented pressure sensor, or by subtracting BaroTROLL data from non-vented pressure sensor data) BaroTROLL Instrument (Do not submerge.) Non-vented Level TROLL Instrument To merge atmospheric pressure data with water level data, See page 59. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
The Logging tab displays a list of logs stored in the connected instrument. When you click the Logging tab, it can take a moment for the software to retrieve information from the instrument. (Not applicable for the RDO PRO-X and the Aqua TROLL 400.) 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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The Device Setup tab allows access to instrument information and settings such as instrument name, serial number, firmware version, communication settings, diagnostics, and factory reset options. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
The Device Battery gauge turns yellow as the battery is depleted. This example shows 80 percent of the battery remaining (green) and 20 percent used (yellow). Note: Non-logging instruments do not have internal batteries, however, the gauge shows 100 percent green when power is applied. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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List View is a running list of the most recent records. New readings are continuously added to the top of the list and old readings scroll off the bottom. Graph View shows a real-time trend graph of the selected parameters. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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The Snapshot button records one set of readings. The Record button logs data to a CSV file that can be opened in a spreadsheet program. This is not the same as recording data in a log on the instrument. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Log Status The status of each log in the instrument is displayed in the Logging tab by a symbol beside the log name, and in the Status column. Ready—Manual Start log is ready to start. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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New button is unavailable. Edit (or review) the log configuration for a Ready, Pending, or Invalid log. Delete the log. (Note that you must delete a log twice before it is permanently removed.) Download the log to a PC. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Device Setup Tab In general, you should not use the Device Setup tab unless you are corresponding with the In-Situ technical support team. However, you can use this screen to set up communication protocols if you are connecting the instrument to a PLC or data logger.
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See the online Help for more details. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
1. Once you have determined the correct COM port address in your operating system, reopen Win-Situ 5 Software. 2. Close any open windows in Win-Situ Software. 3. Click Preferences. 4. Click Comm Settings, and then click the Port Number menu. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
The PC time appears on the left, the instrument time on the right. Both clocks are updated at 0.5 Hz (once every two seconds). The device time is displayed in red if it differs by more than a few seconds from the current PC time. Data logging schedules depend on a correct instrument time. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Linear log type measures and records at a user-defined fixed interval of one minute or more. This method is used for long-term studies, landfill monitoring, stream gauging, tidal studies, and background monitoring prior to aquifer testing. Intervals are measured in days, hours, or minutes. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Once you have determined the value of your Level Reference, the software gives you three options for entering it. These control when the level reference is applied. New Reference—This option is designed to be used with an active software connection when the device is installed in the water. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
2. Select the Suspended log. 3. Click the Start Log button . Logging resumes. Running appears in the Status column. The data file will show the time when the log was suspended and the time when it restarted. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Viewing Logged Data 1. To view the data stored in the instrument, you must first download the data. A connection to an instrument is not needed after the data log has been downloaded. 2. Select the Data tab 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
A. Click File > Import VuSitu CSV in the menu bar at the top B. Select the file you wish to import and click Open. of the screen. C. Select OK at the prompt. D. Click on the file name to view it. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
BaroMerge Input—BaroTROLL File Log files that contain absolute data can be barometrically compensated using values logged by the In-Situ Inc. BaroTROLL Instrument. Select this method when you have access to a BaroTROLL log file covering approximately the same time period as the data file you intend to correct.
8. Compensated data files can be viewed or exported from the Data tab. BaroMerge Output Your original log file is not changed. A new, corrected log file with the same name and path is created. The original “.wsl” extension is replaced by “-Baro Merge.wsl”. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
PLC controller or data logger. A shorter length Stripped-and-tinned RuggedCable System with a male connector is available to convert a female to female RuggedCable System to a stripped-and-tinned configuration. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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PLC or Data Logger Stripped-and-tinned RuggedCable System with female connector Short stripped-and-tinned RuggedCable System with male connector RuggedCable System with female to female twist-lock connector Instrument 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Refer to the diagrams on the following pages for wiring information. Make sure that you trim and insulate unused wires. The shield must be wired to a chassis ground or earth ground. Signal Color Gnd/Return Black Ext Power 4-20 mA Brown RS485(-) Green RS485(+) Blue SDI-12 White 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Win-Situ 5 Software provides options for configuring analog/SDI-12 communications and Modbus communications on the Tools tab. For additional information on Modbus and SDI-12 communications, including the SDI-12 commands and Modbus registers, see www.in-situ.com/Technical_notes and scroll to the Communications and Software Technical Notes section. Redundant Logging The instrument is capable of internal logging while participating in a Modbus, SDI-12 or analog network.
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A port-powered RS485 converter like that shown for Modbus connections may be used for temporary connection of the Level TROLL to a serial port on a PC. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Internal batteries in the instrument are not user-replaceable. The approximate percentage remaining is displayed in Win-Situ software or the Vu-Situ mobile app when the instrument is connected. If batteries are completely exhausted, external power and battery pack options are available. See page 24. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Desiccant Pack Options Small Desiccant The Small Desiccant is a disposable cap that ships with In-Situ products. The small desiccant is meant to protect the instrument and cable only during shipping and should not be used for deployments. Large and Extra Large Desiccant The Large and Extra-Large Desiccant are used to protect equipment deployed in the field.
2. Firmly attach the vent tube extension to the cable vent tube. Cover at least 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) of the cable vent tube for a secure attachment. 3. Use the attached hook-and-loop strap to secure the desiccant to the cable, below the stripped wires. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Aqua TROLL Instruments. Reduced fouling on the sensor improves measurement accuracy and extends the length of deployments. For optimum performance, the TROLL Shield Nose Cone should be replaced every 12 months or sooner if site conditions are extremely harsh. Description Part Number TROLL Shield Nose Cone 0081480 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
Rub your fingers around the O-ring until there is a thin layer of grease on the entire O-ring. 4. Install the O-ring in the groove and remove any excess lubricant with a clean cloth. Do not allow water or lubricant to enter the connector. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
If contamination cannot be removed using the recommendations above, please contact In-Situ for cleaning. A TROLL pressure sensor with the nose cone removed. Do not insert ANY object into the sensor opening. Doing so voids the warranty.
Factory Calibration and Service In-House Factory Calibration Factory calibration of In-Situ instruments should be performed every 12 to 18 months, or at any point when the data appears to drift significantly. Factory calibration includes a thorough cleaning, all operational checks, necessary firmware upgrades, O-ring replacement, and full range calibrations of the pressure sensor, temperature sensor, and conductivity sensor (when applicable).
Please complete and sign the form on page 78 (or a similar statement certifying that the equipment has been cleaned and decontaminated) and send it to us with each instrument. We recommend the glassware cleaning product, Alconox, available from In-Situ and from laboratory supply companies.
Troubleshooting In addition to the following troubleshooting items, the In-Situ website includes instructional videos, technical notes, and more. See www.in-situ.com/. Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Make sure cable connections are tight and connectors are clean and dry. Make sure the cable is securely attached to the instrument.
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Stop or delete the log if possible. Alternatively, Suspended as shown in the Status configure parameters after the log is complete. column of the Logging tab. Only one active log can reside in the device at a time. 1-800-446-7488 www.in-situ.com...
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