Summary of Contents for Solinst Levelogger 5 Series
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More Info | Instructions | Get Quote Quick Start Guide Levelogger 5 Series High Quality Groundwater and Surface Water Monitoring Instrumentation...
PC Interface Cable Note: If you are using an old style Optical Reader or Direct Read Cable with a Levelogger 5 Series datalogger, you will need to use an L5–Edge DRC Adaptor. Programming the Levelogger Note: Ensure the Levelogger is operating with the latest firmware, and that you are using the latest software.
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Levelogger 5 Series Quick Start Guide Datalogger Settings Window Note: Clicking on the in the software will provide you with a short explanation of that feature, e.g. Com Port, Slate Mode, Time Synchronization, etc. Rainlogger 5 Programming The Rainfall Calibration Constant ‘value’ of the tipping bucket rain gauge used with the Rainlogger is required when programming the Rainlogger 5.
The data will be presented in both tabular and graphical format. Note: The default directory for downloaded and saved data is in the ‘Data’ folder: <C:\Program\Files\Solinst\Levelogger 4_5\Data>. Data is saved as a .xle data file. 3. To save data, click the ‘Save Data’ icon and input desired name for the saved file.
Levelogger 5 Series Quick Start Guide Data Control Window DataGrabber 5 Connect a DataGrabber 5 to an in-field Levelogger via an L5 Direct Read Cable or L5 Threaded or Slip Fit Adaptor, and transfer data to a USB key. Real Time View Real Time View provides on-screen measurement as data is being recorded by the connected datalogger.
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Levelogger Field Measurement Levelogger 5 Ranges Each model of Levelogger is rated for a specific submergence depth (Table 1). The choice of model largely depends on the accuracy of the water level required and the submergence depth. The selection, however, should be based on the maximum anticipated water level fluctuation. Model Submergence Depth Accuracy...
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• Determine the minimum and maximum expected water levels, as Leveloggers must remain submerged for the entire monitoring period, and Barologgers must not be submerged • Use a Solinst Model 101 or 102 Water Level Meter to take a manual depth to water measurement that will be used to verify Levelogger readings...
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Wireline/Cord Deployment Direct Read Deployment Deployment • Deploy your Levelogger and Barologger using an L5 Direct Read Cable for down-well communication, or use an inexpensive wireline or Kevlar cord. Note: For information on other types of installations, see the latest Levelogger User Guide.
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Levelogger via a PC Interface Cable and Levelogger Software on a laptop PC, using a Levelogger 5 App Interface and the Solinst Levelogger App on your mobile device, or connect a DataGrabber 5, without removing the Levelogger from the well.
“Ensuring Proper Use and Maintenance of Leveloggers” Note: A Solinst Biofoul Screen can be used to protect the Levelogger 5 from biofouling on the pressure sensor, and the conductivity cell of a Levelogger 5 LTC. Note: All Leveloggers should be deployed and stored with the installation cap or L5 Direct Read Cable attached.
Levelogger 5 Series Quick Start Guide Troubleshooting Guide Levelogger Software: 1. You must have administrator privileges to install software on a computer. 2. The Windows 10 Operating System supports Levelogger Software. Communication Errors: “Port Cannot Open”, “Check Com Port” 1. Reason: Software was started before USB device was connected to computer.
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