Manual - Datalogger CR23X

CR23X Micrologger
Revision: 11/06
C o p y r i g h t 1 9 8 6 - 2 0 0 6
C a m p b e l l S c i e n t i f i c , I n c .
Warranty and Assistance

The CR23X MICROLOGGER is warranted by CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC,
INC. to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
and service for thirty-six (36) months from date of shipment unless specified
otherwise. Batteries have no warranty. CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC.'s
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CR23X MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL MODULE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OV1. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

OV1.1
OV1.2
Wiring Terminals ................................................................................................................. OV-4

Connecting Power to the CR23X........................................................................................ OV-5
OV2. MEMORY AND PROGRAMMING CONCEPTS

OV2.1
OV2.2
OV2.3
Internal Memory .................................................................................................................. OV-5

Program Tables, Execution Interval and Output Intervals .................................................. OV-8
CR23X Instruction Types .................................................................................................... OV-9
OV3. COMMUNICATING WITH CR23X

OV3.1
OV3.2
OV3.3
CR23X Keypad/Display .................................................................................................... OV-11

Using Computer with Datalogger Support Software......................................................... OV-12
ASCII Terminal or Computer with Terminal Emulator ...................................................... OV-12
OV4. PROGRAMMING THE CR23X

OV4.1
OV4.2
OV4.3
Programming Sequence ................................................................................................... OV-13

Instruction Format ............................................................................................................. OV-13
Entering a Program........................................................................................................... OV-14
OV5. PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

OV5.1
OV5.2
OV5.3
Sample Program 1 ............................................................................................................ OV-15

Sample Program 2 ............................................................................................................ OV-17
Editing an Existing Program.............................................................................................. OV-18
OV6. DATA RETRIEVAL OPTIONS.................................................................................... OV-21

OV7. SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................... OV-23
PROGRAMMING
1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
FUNCTIONAL MODES
1
2
3
4
Datalogger Programs ,
,
, and
Modes ................................. 1-1
5
Mode .................................................................. 1-4
Setting and Displaying the Clock 6
Mode..................................... 1-4
Displaying/Altering Input Memory, Flags, and Ports 0
Mode ........................................................................ 1-5
Compiling and Logging Data A .................................................................................................. 1-5
Memory Allocation B ....................................................................... 1-9
Memory Testing and System Status C Mode -- Security...................................................................................................... 1-11
D Mode -- Save or Load Program .............................................................................. 1-11
CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.
2.1
2.2
2.3
3.
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
INTERNAL DATA STORAGE

Final Storage Areas, Output Arrays, and Memory Pointers .................................................. 2-1
Data Output Format and Range Limits .................................................................................. 2-3
7
Mode ................................................................................. 2-3
Displaying Stored Data -
INSTRUCTION SET BASICS

Parameter Data Types........................................................................................................... 3-1
Repetitions (Reps) ................................................................................................................. 3-1
Entering Negative Numbers................................................................................................... 3-1
Indexing Input Locations and Control Ports........................................................................... 3-1
Voltage Range and Overrange Detection.............................................................................. 3-2
Output Processing ................................................................................................................. 3-2
Use of Flags: Output and Program Control .......................................................................... 3-3
Program Control Logical Constructions ................................................................................. 3-4
Instruction Memory and Execution Time ............................................................................... 3-5
Error Codes............................................................................................................................ 3-9
DATA RETRIEVAL/COMMUNICATION
4.
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
5.
5.1
5.2
6.
6.1
6.2
6.3
EXTERNAL STORAGE PERIPHERALS

On-Line Data Transfer - Instruction 96 .................................................................................. 4-1
8
Mode ..................................................................... 4-3
Manually Initiated Data Output Printer Output Formats .......................................................................................................... 4-3
Storage Module...................................................................................................................... 4-4
9
Mode -- SM192/716 Storage Module Commands .................................................... 4-6
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Telecommunications Commands .......................................................................................... 5-1
Remote Programming of the CR23X ..................................................................................... 5-6
9-PIN SERIAL INPUT/OUTPUT

Computer RS-232 9-Pin Description ..................................................................................... 6-1
CS I/O 9-Pin Description........................................................................................................ 6-1
Use of Instruction 96 .............................................................................................................. 6-9
PROGRAM EXAMPLES
7.
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11
MEASUREMENT PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

Single-Ended Voltage/Switched 12 V Terminal - CS500....................................................... 7-1
Differential Voltage Measurement ......................................................................................... 7-3
Thermocouple Temperatures Using CR23X Reference........................................................ 7-3
Thermocouple Temperatures Using an External Reference Junction .................................. 7-3
107 Temperature Probe......................................................................................................... 7-4
Anemometer with Photochopper Output................................................................................ 7-4
Tipping Bucket Rain Gage with Long Leads ......................................................................... 7-5
100 ohm PRT in 4 Wire Half Bridge....................................................................................... 7-5
100 ohm PRT in 3 Wire Half Bridge....................................................................................... 7-6
100 ohm PRT in 4 Wire Full Bridge ....................................................................................... 7-7
Pressure Transducer - 4 Wire Full Bridge ............................................................................. 7-8
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7.12
7.13
7.14
7.15
7.16
7.17
8.
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
8.6
8.7
8.8
8.9
8.10
8.11
8.12
Lysimeter - 6 Wire Full Bridge ............................................................................................... 7-9

227 Gypsum Soil Moisture Block......................................................................................... 7-11
Nonlinear Thermistor in Half Bridge (Model 101 Probe) ..................................................... 7-12
Water Level - Geokons Vibrating Wire Pressure Sensor ................................................... 7-13
Paroscientific T Series Pressure Transducer.................................................................... 7-17
4 to 20 mA Sensor using CURS100 Terminal Input Module ............................................... 7-20
PROCESSING AND PROGRAM CONTROL EXAMPLES

Computation of Running Average.......................................................................................... 8-1
Rainfall Intensity..................................................................................................................... 8-2
Using Control Ports and Loop to Run AM416 Multiplexer ..................................................... 8-3
Sub 1 Minute Output Interval Synched to Real Time ............................................................ 8-5
Switch Closures on Control Ports (Rain Gage) ..................................................................... 8-5
SDM-AO4 Analog Output Multiplexer to Strip Chart.............................................................. 8-6
Converting 0-360 Wind Direction Output to 0-540 for Strip Chart ......................................... 8-7
Use of 2 Final Storage Areas - Saving Data Prior to Event................................................... 8-8
Logarithmic Sampling Using Loops ....................................................................................... 8-9
Covariance Correlation Programming Example .................................................................. 8-11
Fast Fourier Transform Examples ....................................................................................... 8-15
Using the Switched 12 V to Power Sensors ........................................................................ 8-22
INSTRUCTIONS
9.
INPUT/OUTPUT INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................... 9-1
10. PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................... 10-1

11. OUTPUT PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................. 11-1
12. PROGRAM CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................... 12-1
MEASUREMENTS
13. CR23X MEASUREMENTS
13.1
13.2
13.3
13.4
13.5
13.6
13.7
Fast and Slow Measurement Sequence.............................................................................. 13-1

Single-Ended and Differential Voltage Measurements........................................................ 13-2
The Effect of Sensor Lead Length on the Signal Settling Time........................................... 13-4
Thermocouple Measurements ........................................................................................... 13-14
Bridge Resistance Measurements..................................................................................... 13-20
Resistance Measurements Requiring AC Excitation ......................................................... 13-24
Calibration Process............................................................................................................ 13-25
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INSTALLATION
14. INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
14.1
14.2
14.3
14.4
14.5
14.6
14.7
14.8
14.9
14.10
Protection from the Environment ......................................................................................... 14-1

Power Requirements ........................................................................................................... 14-2
CR23X Power Supplies ....................................................................................................... 14-4
Solar Panels......................................................................................................................... 14-5
Direct Battery Connection to the CR23X Wiring Panel........................................................ 14-6
Vehicle Power Supply Connections..................................................................................... 14-6
CR23X Grounding................................................................................................................ 14-7
Powering Sensors and Peripherals ..................................................................................... 14-9
Controlling Power to Sensors and Peripherals.................................................................. 14-10
Maintenance....................................................................................................................... 14-11
APPENDICES
A.
GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................. A-1
B.
CONTROL PORT SERIAL I/O INSTRUCTION 15
B.1
B.2
B.3
B.4
B.5
B.6
B.7
B.8
C.
C.1
C.2
C.3
C.4
Specifications ......................................................................................................................... B-1

Selected Operating Details .................................................................................................... B-1
Instruction 15 and Parameter Descriptions ........................................................................... B-2
Control Port Configurations and Sensor Wiring..................................................................... B-5
RS232 Serial Data Configuration and Data Buffering ........................................................... B-7
Input Data Filters.................................................................................................................... B-8
Program Examples .............................................................................................................. B-10
Summary of Barometer Jumper Configurations .................................................................. B-23
ADDITIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION

Telecommunications Command with Binary Responses ......................................................C-1
Final Storage Format .............................................................................................................C-4
Generation of Signature.........................................................................................................C-5
D Commands to Transfer Program with Computer .............................................................C-6
E.
ASCII TABLE........................................................................................................................... E-1
F.
DYNAGAGE SAP-FLOW (P67)
F.1
F.2
G.
G.1
G.2
G.3
Function ................................................................................................................................. F-1

Instruction Details .................................................................................................................. F-1
CALLBACK (CR23X INITIATED TELECOMMUNICATIONS)

Introduction ............................................................................................................................G-1
Developing a Callback Application ........................................................................................G-1
CR23X Programming.............................................................................................................G-3
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H.
H.1
H.2
H.3
H.4
I.
CALL ANOTHER DATALOGGER VIA PHONE OR RF

Introduction ............................................................................................................................H-1
Programming .........................................................................................................................H-1
Programming for the Calling CR23X .....................................................................................H-1
Remote Datalogger Programming .........................................................................................H-3
TD OPERATING SYSTEM ADDENDUM FOR CR510, CR10X, AND

CR23X MANUALS
INDEX ......................................................................................................................................... INDEX-1
This is a blank page.
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SELECTED OPERATING DETAILS

1. Storing Data - Data are stored in Final
Storage only by Output Processing
Instructions and only when the Output Flag
(Flag 0) is set. (Sections OV4.1.1 and
3.7.1)
5. Floating Point Format - The computations

performed in the CR23X use floating point
arithmetic. CSI's 4 byte floating point
numbers contain a 23 bit binary mantissa
and a 6 bit binary exponent. The largest
and smallest numbers that can be stored
18
-19
and processed are 9 x 10 and 1 x 10 ,
respectively. (Section 2.2.2)
2. Storing Date and Time - Date and time are

stored with the data in Final Storage ONLY
if the Real Time Instruction 77 is used.
(Section 11)
6. Erasing Final Storage - Data in Final

Storage can be erased without altering the
A Mode to
program by using the
repartition memory. (Section 1.5.2)
3. Data Transfer - On-line data transfer from

Final Storage to peripherals (printer,
Storage Module, etc.) occurs only if enabled
with Instruction 96 in the datalogger
program. (Sections 4 and 12)
7. ALL memory can be erased and the

CR23X completely reset by entering 98765
for the number of bytes allocated to
A Window 5,
Program Memory. (
Section 1.5.2)
4. Final Storage Resolution - All Input

6
Storage values are displayed (
mode) as high resolution with a maximum
value of 99999. However, the default
resolution for data stored in Final Storage is
low resolution, maximum value of 6999.
Results exceeding 6999 are stored as 6999
unless Instruction 78 is used to store the
values in Final Storage as high resolution
values. (Sections 2.2.1 and 11)
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CAUTIONARY NOTES
1. Damage will occur to the analog input
circuitry if voltages in excess of 16 V are
applied for a sustained period. Voltages in
excess of 8 V will cause errors and
possible overranging on other analog input
channels.
4. When connecting external power to the

CR23X, first, remove the green power
connector from the CR23X panel. Then
insert the positive 12 V lead into the rightmost terminal of the green connector. Next,
insert the ground lead to the left terminal.
Double check polarity before plugging the
green connector into the panel.
2. Do not download an operating system (OS)

written for a particular datalogger model into
the hardware of another datalogger model.
The datalogger will sustain damage and
must be returned to the factory for repair.
This is of concern only when updated
operating systems are purchased from
Campbell Scientific.
5. Voltages in excess of 5 volts should not be

applied to a control port.
6. The CR23X contains desiccant to protect
against excess humidity. To reduce vapor
transfer into the ENC 12/14 or ENC 16/18
enclosure, plug the cable entry conduit with
Duct Seal, a putty-type sealant available at
most electrical supply houses. DO NOT
totally seal enclosures equipped with lead
acid batteries. Hydrogen concentration may
build up to explosive levels.
3. When using the CR23X with the

rechargeable battery option, remember that
the sealed lead acid batteries are
permanently damaged if deep discharged.
The cells are rated at a 7 Ahr capacity but
experience a slow discharge even in
storage. It is advisable to maintain a
continuous charge on the battery, whether
in operation or storage (Section 14).
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CR23X MICROLOGGER OVERVIEW

Read the Selected Operating Details and Cautionary Notes at the front of the Manual before using the
CR23X.
The CR23X Micrologger combines precision measurement with processing and control capability in a
single battery operated system.
Campbell Scientific, Inc. provides three documents to aid in understanding and operating the CR23X:
1.
2.
3.
This Overview
The CR23X Operator's Manual
The CR23X Prompt Sheet
This Overview introduces the concepts required to take advantage of the CR23X's capabilities. Handson programming examples start in Section OV4. Working with a CR23X will help the learning process,
so don't just read the examples, turn on the CR23X and do them. If you want to start this minute, go
ahead and try the examples, then come back and read the rest of the Overview.
The sections of the Operator's Manual which should be read to complete a basic understanding of
the CR23X operation are the Programming Sections 1-3, the portions of the data retrieval Sections
4 and 5 appropriate to the method(s) you are using (see OV5), and Section 14 which covers
installation and maintenance.
Section 6 covers details of serial communications. Sections 7 and 8 contain programming

examples. Sections 9-12 have detailed descriptions of the programming instructions, and Section
13 goes into detail on the CR23X measurement procedures.
The Prompt Sheet is an abbreviated description of the programming instructions. Once familiar with the
CR23X, it is possible to program it using only the Prompt Sheet and on-line prompts as a reference,
consulting the manual if further detail is needed.
OV1. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

The CR23X Micrologger with the alkaline
batteries is shown in Figure OV1-1. It is
powered with 10 "D" cells and has only the
power switch on the base. The rechargeable
CR23X has rechargeable lead acid cells. In
addition to the power switch, it has a charger
input plug and an LED which lights when the
charging circuit is active. Rechargeable
CR23Xs should always be connected to a solar
panel or AC charger. The lead acid batteries

provide backup in event of a power failure but
are permanently damaged if their voltage drops
below 11.76 volts. Campbell Scientific does not
warrant batteries.
The 16 character keyboard is used to enter
programs, commands and data; these can be
viewed on the 24 character x 2 line LCD
display.
OV-1
9
#
FIGURE OV1-1. CR23X Micrologger
OV-2

DIGITAL I/O PORTS
Continuous
Analog Outputs
133 Analog
O
Input/Output Instructions
10
11
12
L
18
19
40
20
21
11
22
23
12
24
L
G 12V
POWER IN
CONTROL I/O
C3
C2
17
C1
16
12V
12V
15
14
5V
13
SW12
POWER OUT
SE
DIFF
P4
C8
P3
C7
P2
P1
C4
External
12 Volt
Power Input
CAO2
CAO1
EX4
EX3
1
H
Command Codes:
4X Set port x high
49 Switched 12 V on
5X Set port x low
59 Switched 12 V off
6X Toggle port x
7X Pulse port x
95 Port Subr.
96 Port Subr.
97 Port Subr.
98 Port Subr.
EX2
SE
Ex-Del-Se
AC Half Br
Full Br
3W Half Br
Ex-Del-Diff
Full Br-Mex
Temp (107)
RH (207)
Del w/Opt Ext
Wire Meas
INW Press
EX1
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
12
22
28
29
), for
DIFF
Program Control Instructions

83 If Case < F
86 Do
88 If X <=> Y
89 If X <=> F
91 If flag, port
92 If Time
EXCITATION OUTPUTS
C6
1 Volt (SE)
2 Volt (DIFF)
4 Ex-Del-Se
5 AC Half Br
6 Full Br
7 3W Half Br
8 Ex-Del-Diff
9 6W Full Br
11 Temp (107)
12 RH-(207)
13 Temp-TC SE
14 Temp-TC DIFF
16 Temp-RTD
27 Interval-Freq.
28 Vibrating Wire Meas
29 INW Press
131 Enhanced Vib. Wire
Signal Ground (
Analog
Pulse
Excitation
Sensor Shields
3 Pulse
15 Serial I/O
20 Set Ports
21 Pulse Port
25 Read Ports
100-110, 118 SDM and SDI12
Instructions
134 AM25T
PULSE INPUTS
3 Pulse
C5
ANALOG INPUTS
Power Ground (G), for

5V
SW-12
12V
Control I/O
GROUND
LUG
SDM
04:REF_TEMP
+21.93
CR23X MICROLOGGER
CS I/O
Earth Ground
Connect 12ga
or larger wire to
earth ground
COMPUTER
RS232
(OPTICALLY ISOLATED)
SN:
SERIAL I/O
Telecommunications
Program Control Instructions
96 Storage Module, Printer, Serial Out
97 Initiate Telecommunications
120 TGT1 GOES Satellite (CS I/O only)
121 ARGOS Satellite (CS I/O only)
122 INMARSAT-C Satellite (CS I/O only)
123 TGT1 Programming
MADE IN USA
Switched
12 Volts
FIGURE OV1-2. CR23X Panel and Associated Programming Instructions

OV-3

The 9-pin serial CS I/O port provides
connection to data storage peripherals, such as
the SM192/716 Storage Module, and provides
serial communication to computer or modem
devices for data transfer or remote
programming (Section 6). This 9 pin port does
NOT have the same pin configuration as the 9
pin serial ports currently used on most personal
computers. An SC32A is required to interface
the CS I/O port to a PC or other RS-232 serial
port (Section 6). An optically isolated computer
RS-232 port is also provided for direct
connection to PCs and other RS-232 devices.
The panel contains four terminal strips which
are used for sensor inputs, excitation, control
input/outputs, etc. Figure OV1-2 shows the
CR23X panel and the associated programming
instructions.
OV1.1 WIRING TERMINALS
Wiring terminals are provided on the CR23X to
allow connection of external sensors and other
devices.
OV1.1.1 ANALOG INPUTS
The terminals labeled 1H to 12L are analog
voltage inputs. These numbers (black) refer to
the high and low inputs to the differential
channels 1 through 12. In a differential
measurement, the voltage on the H input is
measured with respect to the voltage on the L
input. When making single-ended
measurements, either the H or L input may be
used as an independent channel to measure
voltage with respect to the CR23X analog
ground ( ). The single-ended channels are
numbered sequentially starting with 1H (blue);
e.g., the H and L sides of differential channel 1
are single-ended channels 1 and 2; the H and L
sides of differential channel 2 are single-ended
channels 3 and 4, etc.
The analog input terminal strips have an
insulated cover to reduce temperature
gradients across the input terminals. The cover
is required for accurate thermocouple
measurements (Section 13.4).
OV1.1.2 EXCITATION OUTPUTS
The terminals labeled EX1, EX2, EX3, and EX4
are precision, switched excitation outputs used
to supply programmable excitation voltages for
resistive bridge measurements. DC or AC
OV-4
excitation at voltages between -5000 mV and

+5000 mV are user programmable (Section 9).
OV1.1.3 CONTINUOUS ANALOG OUTPUTS (CAO)
Two CAO channels supply continuous output
voltages under program control, for use with strip
charts, x-y plotters, or proportional controllers.
OV1.1.4 PULSE INPUTS
The terminals labeled P1, P2, P3, and P4 are
the pulse counter inputs for the CR23X. They
are programmable for high frequency pulse, low
level AC, or switch closure (Section 9,
Instruction 3).
OV1.1.5 DIGITAL I/O PORTS
Terminals C1 through C8 are digital
Input/Output ports. On power-up they are
configured as input ports, commonly used for
reading the status of an external signal. High
and low conditions are: 3 V < high < 5.5 V; 0.5 V < low < 0.8 V.
Configured as outputs the ports allow on/off
control of external devices. A port can be set
high (5 V 0.1 V), low (<0.1 V), toggled or
pulsed (Sections 3, 8.3, and 12).
Ports C5 through C8 can be configured as
pulse counters for switch closures (Section 9,
Instruction 3) or used to trigger subroutine
execution (Section 1.1.2).
Built in Zener diodes on the eight control ports
limit input voltage to acceptable levels of < =
5.6 VDC. Do not apply voltages greater than
16 VDC. A voltage of 5.0 VDC is preferred.
OV1.1.6 GROUNDS
The CR23X has ground terminals marked
and G. Signal returns of analog inputs and
their associated shields along with excitation
terminals
voltage returns are to be tied to the
located in the analog input terminal strips. The
G terminals (Power Grounds) are intended to
carry return currents from the 5 V, SW12, 12 V,
and C1-C8 outputs. Tying these potentially
large return currents to G terminals keeps these
currents from flowing through and corrupting
analog measurements. Offset voltage errors in
single-ended measurements can occur for
large (50 mA) currents flowing into the
terminals in the analog input terminal strips.

Return currents from the CAO and pulsecounter channels should be tied to the
terminals in the CAO and pulse-counter
terminal strip to prevent them from flowing
through the analog measurement section.
and provides
The ground lug is also marked
and
a rugged ground path from the individual
G terminals to earth or chassis ground for ESD
protection.
Review Section 14.7 for complete grounding
recommendations.
OV1.1.8 5V OUTPUTS
The 5 V (4.0%) output is commonly used to
power peripherals such as the QD1 Incremental
Encoder Interface, AVW1 or AVW4 Vibrating
Wire Interface.
The 5 V output is common with pin 1 on the CS
I/O 9 pin connector; 200 mA is the maximum
combined output.
OV1.1.9 CS I/O
The 9 pin CS I/O port contains lines for serial
communication between the CR23X and
external devices such as computers, printers,
Campbell modems, Storage Modules, etc. This
port does NOT have the same configuration
as the 9 pin serial ports currently used on
most personal computers. It has a 5 VDC
power line which is used to power peripherals
such as Storage Modules. The same 5 VDC
supply is used for the 5 V output on the lower
right terminal strip. It has a 12 VDC power line
used to power other peripherals such as the
COM200 phone modem. Section 6 contains
technical details on serial communication.
OV1.1.10 COMPUTER RS-232 PORT
This port is an optically isolated standard 9 pin
RS-232 DCE/DTE port. It can be connected
directly to the serial port of most personal
computers. A 6 foot 9 to 9 pin serial cable and a
9 to 25 pin adapter are included with the CR23X
to connect this port to a PC serial port.
OV1.1.11 SWITCHED 12 VOLT
The switched 12 volt output can be used to
power sensors or devices requiring an
unregulated 12 volts. The output is limited to
600 mA at 50C (360 mA at 80C) current. The
switched 12 volt port is addressed as Port 9 in

a datalogger program.
When the port is set high, the 12 volts is turned
on; when the port is low, the switched 12 volts is
off (Section 8.12).
OV1.2 CONNECTING POWER TO THE CR23X
The CR23X should be powered by any clean,
battery backed 12 VDC source. The green
power connector on the wiring panel is a plug in
connector that allows the power supply to be
easily disconnected. The power connection is
reverse polarity protected. The datalogger
should be earth or chassis ground during
routine operation. See Section 14 for details on
power supply connections and grounding.
When primary power falls below 11.0 VDC, the
CR23X stops executing its programs. The Low
Voltage Counter (B window 9) is incremented
by one each time the primary power falls below
11.0 VDC and E10 is displayed. A double dash
(--) in the 9th window of the B mode indicates
that the CR23X is currently in a low primary
power mode. (Section 1.6)
The datalogger program and stored data
remain in memory, and the clock continues to
keep time when power is disconnected. The
clock and SRAM are powered by an internal
lithium battery. (Section 14.11.2)
OV2. MEMORY AND PROGRAMMING

CONCEPTS
OV2.1 INTERNAL MEMORY
The standard CR23X has 512 Kilobytes of
Flash Electrically Erasable Programmable
Read Only Memory (EEPROM), 128 Kilobytes
Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), and 1
Megabyte of Flash RAM. As an option, the
CR23X can be purchased with 4 Megabyte
Flash for final storage. Operating system
EEPROM stores the operating system, user
programs, and labels. SRAM is used for final
storage data and running the user program.
Final Storage Flash is used for data storage.
The use of the Input, Intermediate, and Final
Storage in the measurement and data
processing sequence is shown in Figure
OV2.1-2. The five areas of SRAM are:
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1. System Memory - used for overhead tasks
such as compiling programs, transferring
data, etc. The user cannot access this
memory.
2. Active Program Memory - available for
user entered programs.
3. Input Storage - Input Storage holds the
results of measurements or calculations.
6
Mode is used to view Input
The
Storage locations for checking current
sensor readings or calculated values. Input
Storage defaults to 64 locations. Additional
locations can be assigned using the
A Mode.
4. Intermediate Storage - Certain Processing
Instructions and most of the Output
Processing Instructions maintain
intermediate results in Intermediate
Storage. Intermediate storage is
automatically accessed by the instructions
and cannot be accessed by the user. The
default allocation is 64 locations. The
number of locations can be changed using
A Mode.
the
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5. Final Storage - Final processed values are

stored here for transfer to printer, solid
state Storage Module or for retrieval via
telecommunication links. Values are stored
in Final Storage only by the Output
Processing Instructions and only when the
Output Flag is set in the users program.
Approximately 570,000 locations are
allocated to Final Storage from SRAM on
power up. This number is reduced if Input
or Intermediate Storage is increased.
While the total size of these three areas
remains constant, memory may be
reallocated between the areas to
accommodate different measurement and
A Mode, Section
processing needs (
1.5).
6. Alphanumeric Labels - The CR23X can
be programmed through EDLOG (PC208W
software) to assign alphanumeric labels to
Input Storage and Final Storage locations.
Labels must consist of letters, numbers, or
the underscore ( _ ), and must not begin
with a number.
Flash Memory
(EEPROM)
Total 512 Kbytes
Operating System
(128 Kbytes)
How it works:
The Operating System is loaded into
Flash Memory at the factory. System
Memory is used while the CR23X is
running for calculations, buffering data
and general operating tasks.
Any time a user loads a program into
the CR23X, the program is compiled in
SRAM and stored in the Active
Program areas. If the CR23X is
powered off and then on, the Active
Program is loaded from Flash and run.
The Active Program is run in SRAM to
maximize speed. The program
accesses Input Storage and
Intermediate Storage and stores data
into Final Storage for later retrieval by
the user.
Active Program
(32 Kbytes Code)
Stored Programs
(32 Kbytes Code)
(32 Kbytes Labels)
Temporary Copy of
Current Program
Saved during
download if download
is aborted
(64 Kbytes)
Alphanumeric Labels
(32 Kbytes)
The Active Program can be copied into

the Stored Programs area. While 98
program "names" are available, the
number of programs stored is limited
by the available memory. Stored
programs can be retrieved to become
the active program. While programs
are stored one at a time, all stored
programs are erased simultaneously.
That is because the flash memory can
only be written to once before it must
be erased and can only be erased in 16
Kbytes blocks.
(Memory Areas separated by dashed
lines:
can be re-sized by the user.)
1 byte per character stored. 9 bytes
per input location label. All final
storage label characters plus 2 bytes
per table name (array ID name) and
field name.
SRAM/FLASH
Total 1152 Kbytes
32K SRAM
System Memory
4096 Bytes
Active Program
Default
2048 Bytes
Input Storage
Default
112 Bytes
28 Locations
Intermediate Storage
Default
256 Bytes
64 Locations
96K SRAM
Final Storage 1 and 2
98,304 Bytes
49,154 Locations
1M FLASH
917,504 Bytes
458,752 Locations
or
4M FLASH
4,292,610 Bytes
2,146,305 Locations
Final Storage 1 Only
131,072 Bytes
65,536 Locations
Memory available only to
system
Memory shared between
Program, Input Storage,
and Intermediate Storage
Unassigned
(192 Kbytes)
Memory allocable to Final

Storage 1 and 2 only
Final Storage area 1
FIGURE OV2.1-1. CR23X Memory

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OV2.2 PROGRAM TABLES, EXECUTION
INTERVAL AND OUTPUT INTERVALS
The CR23X must be programmed before it will
make any measurements. A program consists
of a group of instructions entered into a
program table. The program table is given an
execution interval which determines how
frequently that table is executed. When the
table is executed, the instructions are executed
in sequence from beginning to end. After
executing the table, the CR23X waits the
remainder of the execution interval and then
executes the table again starting at the
beginning.
The interval at which the table is executed
generally determines the interval at which the
sensors are measured. The interval at which
data are stored is separate from how often the
table is executed, and may range from samples
every execution interval to processed
summaries output hourly, daily, or on longer or
irregular intervals.
Table 1.
Execute every x sec.
0.01 < x < 6553.5
Instructions are executed
sequentially in the order they
are entered in the table.
One complete pass through
the table is made each
execution interval unless
program control instructions
are used to loop or branch
execution.
Normal Order:
MEASURE
PROCESS
CHECK OUTPUT COND.
OUTPUT PROCESSING
Programs are entered in Tables 1 and 2.

Subroutines, called from Tables 1 and 2, are
entered in Subroutine Table 3. The size of
program memory can be fixed or automatically
allocated by the CR23X (Section 1.5).
Table 1 and Table 2 have independent
execution intervals, entered in units of seconds
with an allowable range of 1/100 to 6553.5
seconds. Subroutine Table 3 has no execution
interval, since it is called from Table 1, Table 2,
or an interrupt subroutine.
OV2.2.1 THE EXECUTION INTERVAL
The execution interval specifies how often the
program in the table is executed, which is
usually determined by how often the sensors
are to be measured. Unless two different
measurement rates are needed, use only one
table. A program table is executed sequentially
starting with the first instruction in the table and
proceeding to the end of the table.
Table 2.
Execute every y sec.
0.01 < y < 6553.5
Table 2 is used if there is a
need to measure and
process data on a separate
interval from that in Table 1.
Table 3.
Subroutines
A subroutine is executed
only when called from Table
1 or 2.
Subroutine Label
Instructions
End
Subroutine Label
Instructions
End
Subroutine Label
Instructions
End
FIGURE OV2.2-1. Program and Subroutine Tables
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Each instruction in the table requires a finite
time to execute. If the execution interval is less
than the time required to process the table, an
execution interval overrun (table overrun)
occurs; the CR23X finishes processing the
table and waits for the next execution interval
before initiating the table. When a table
overrun occurs, T o appears in the lower right
corner of the display in the Running Table
mode
0
). Overruns and table priority are
(
discussed in Section 1.1.
OV2.2.2. THE OUTPUT INTERVAL
The interval at which output occurs must be an
integer multiple of the execution interval (e.g., a
table cannot have a 10 minute execution
interval and output every 15 minutes).
A single program table can have many different
output intervals and conditions, each with a
unique data set (Output Array). Program
Control Instructions are used to set the Output
Flag. The Output Processing Instructions
which follow the instruction setting the Output
Flag determine the data output and its
sequence. Each additional Output Array is
created by another Program Control Instruction
checking a output condition, followed by Output
Processing Instructions defining the data set to
output.
OV2.3 CR23X INSTRUCTION TYPES
Figure OV2.3-1 illustrates the use of three
different instruction types which act on data.
The fourth type, Program Control, is used to
control output times and vary program
execution. Instructions are identified by
numbers.
1. INPUT/OUTPUT INSTRUCTIONS (1-29,
100-110, 113-118, 130-134; Section 9)
control the terminal strip inputs and outputs
(Figure OV1.1-2), storing the results in
Input Storage (destination). Multiplier and
offset parameters allow conversion of linear
signals into engineering units. The Digital
I/O Ports and CAO analog output ports are

also addressed with I/O Instructions.
2. PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS (30-68,
Section 10) perform numerical operations
on values located in Input Storage and
store the results back in Input Storage.
These instructions can be used to develop
high level algorithms to process
measurements prior to Output Processing.
3. OUTPUT PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS
(69-82, Section 11) are the only
instructions which store data in Final
Storage. Input Storage values are
processed over time to obtain averages,
maxima, minima, etc. There are two types
of processing done by Output Instructions:
Intermediate and Final.
Intermediate processing normally takes
place each time the instruction is executed.
For example, when the Average Instruction
is executed, it adds the values from the
input locations being averaged to running
totals in Intermediate Storage. It also keeps
track of the number of samples.
Final processing occurs only when the
Output Flag is high (Section 3.7.1). The
Output Processing Instructions check the
Output Flag. If the flag is high, final values
are calculated and output. With the
Average, the totals are divided by the
number of samples and the resulting
averages sent to Final Storage.
Intermediate locations are zeroed and the
process starts over. The Output Flag, Flag
0, is set high by a Program Control
Instruction which must precede the Output
Processing Instructions in the user entered
program.
4. PROGRAM CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
(83-98, 111, 120-123, 220; Section 12) are
used for logic decisions, conditional
statements, and to send data to peripherals.
They can set flags and ports, compare
values or times, execute loops, call
subroutines, conditionally execute portions
of the program, etc.
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INPUT/OUTPUT
INSTRUCTIONS
Specify the conversion of a sensor signal
to a data value and store it in Input
Storage. Programmable entries specify:
(1) the measurement type
(2) the number of channels to measure
(3) the input voltage range
(4) the Input Storage Location
(5) the sensor calibration constants
used to convert the sensor output to
engineering units
I/O Instructions also control analog
outputs and digital control ports.
INPUT STORAGE
Holds the results of measurements or
calculations in user specified locations.
The value in a location is written over
each time a new measurement or
calculation stores data to the locations.
OUTPUT PROCESSING
INSTRUCTIONS
Perform calculations over time on the
values updated in Input Storage.
Summaries for Final Storage are
generated when a Program Control
Instruction sets the Output Flag in
response to time or events. Results
may be redirected to Input Storage for
further processing. Examples include
sums, averages, max/min, standard
deviation, histograms, etc.
PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS
Perform calculations with values in Input
Storage. Results are returned to Input
Storage. Arithmetic, transcendental and
polynomial functions are included.
INTERMEDIATE STORAGE
Provides temporary storage for intermediate
calculations required by the OUTPUT
PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS; for
example, sums, cross products,
comparative values, etc.
Output Flag set high
FINAL STORAGE
Final results from OUTPUT
PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS are
stored here for on-line or interrogated
transfer to external devices (Figure
OV5.1-1). When memory is full, new
data overwrites the oldest data.
FIGURE OV2.3-1. Instruction Types and Storage Areas
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OV3. COMMUNICATING WITH CR23X
The display will turn off automatically if not

continuously updated. The display will stay on if
continuously updated such as occurs in the 5
and 6 modes. Otherwise, it will turn off
automatically to save 4 mA of power. Time to
display shut off is 3 minutes if left in the 0
mode, or 6 minutes if left in other modes not
continuously updating the screen. While in the
0 mode, the screen can be manually turned
off by pressing the # . Press any other key to
turn it back on.
The user can communicate with the CR23X

through either the integral keyboard and two line
LCD display, or through a telecommunications link
with a terminal or computer. The preferred method
for routine operation is through a
telecommunications link with a personal computer
running Campbell Scientifics PC208 or PC208W
Datalogger Support Software. These packages
contain a program editor (EDLOG), datalogger
communications, automated telecommunications
data retrieval, a data reduction program (SPLIT),
and programs to retrieve data from Campbell
OV3.1.1 FUNCTIONAL MODES
Scientific Storage Modules.
CR23X/User interaction is broken into different
Some situations, however, require an alternate
functional MODES (e.g., programming the
communications method. The integral
measurements and output, setting time,
keyboard is convenient for cursory on-site
manually initiating a block data transfer to
inspection of datalogger functions. It can also
Storage Module, etc.). The modes are referred
be used when becoming familiar with the
) Modes since they are
to as Star (
dataloggers functional modes as outlined in
, then the mode
accessed
by
first
keying
Sections OV3.1 through OV5 and Section 1.
number or letter. Table OV3.1-1 lists the
A third communications alternative is through a
CR23X Modes.
dumb terminal or a computer terminal emulator
Because the display uses approximately 4 mA
program through a telecommunications link.
when active, it is automatically turned off if not
Several arcane commands are used in this
mode as outlined in Section 5. The most useful
updated for three minutes, except in the 6
command to most CR23X users is the 7H
mode, where it is left on indefinitely. The
command, which places the CR23X in the
display can be turned off from the keypad in the
Remote Keyboard Mode. This mode uses the
0 mode by pressing #. Pressing any key
same commands as when communicating onexcept the # key will cause the display to be
site through the integral keyboard and display.
turned back on after it has been turned off.
A common way to use this mode is to enter it
through the terminal emulator program in
Mode Summary
TABLE OV3.1-1.
PC208 or PC208W. Once the
Key
Mode
telecommunications link is established, CR-LF
(carriage return - line feed) is issued from the
0
Compile program, log data and
PC by hitting the <Enter> key several times
indicate active Tables
while in the terminal emulator. The CR23X will
1
Program Table 1
respond by sending an asterisk (*) to the PC
2
screen. At the *, 7H followed by a CR-LF is
Program Table 2
issued. The CR23X will respond with a greater 3
Program Table 3, subroutines only
than symbol (>). From the >, the functional
4
Parameter Entry Table
modes can be entered as outlined in Section 1.
5
Display/set real time clock
OV3.1 CR23X KEYPAD/DISPLAY
6
Display/alter Input Storage data,
toggle flags or control ports.
On power-up, the "HELLO" message is
7
Display Final Storage data
displayed while the CR23X checks memory.
8
The total size of memory is then displayed
Final Storage data transfer to peripheral
(1664 K bytes of memory).
9
Storage Module commands
A
Memory allocation/reset
Using the keypad, work through the direct
B
programming examples in this overview in
Signature/status
addition to using EDLOG and you will have the
C
Security
basics of CR23X operation as well as an
D
Save/load program, set display
appreciation for the help provided by the
contrast, power up settings, ID, etc.
software and the CR23X on-line help.
#
Used with TGT1 satellite transmitter
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OV3.1.2 KEY DEFINITION
Keys and key sequences have specific
functions when using the keypad or a
computer/terminal in the remote keyboard state
(Section 5). Table OV3.1-2 lists these
functions. In some cases, the exact action of a
key depends on the mode the CR23X is in and
is described with the mode in the manual.
TABLE OV3.1-2 Key Description/Editing
Functions
Keys A , B , C , and D repeat when continuously
pressed. Repetitions occur slowly at first and then
speed up.
Key
Action
Any key Turn on display (except #)

0 - 9
A
B
C
D
Key numeric entries into display

Enter Mode (followed by Mode
Number)
Enter/Advance
Back up
Change the sign of a number or
index a parameter
Show Help when ? is on display
Enter the decimal point
Turns off display in 0
Shows output table name in 7
Clear the rightmost digit keyed into
the display
Advance to next instruction in
program table ( 1 , 2 , 3 )
or to next Output Array in Final
Storage ( 7 )
Back up to previous instruction in
program table or to previous Output
Array in Final Storage
Delete entire instruction
(then A or CR) Back up to the start of
the current array.
When using a computer/terminal to communicate

with the CR23X (Telecommunications remote
keyboard state) there are some keys available in
addition to those found on the keypad. Table
OV3.1-3 lists these keys.
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TABLE OV3.1-3. Additional Keys Allowed in

Telecommunications
Key
Action
CR
S or ^S
Change Sign, Index (same as C)

Enter/advance (same as A)
Stops transmission of data (10
second time-out; any character
restarts)
Aborts transmission of Data
C or ^C
OV3.2 USING COMPUTER WITH DATALOGGER

SUPPORT SOFTWARE
Direct datalogger communication programs in
the datalogger support software (PC208W)
provide menu selection of tools to perform the
datalogger functions (e.g., set clock, send
program, monitor measurements, and collect
data). The user also has the option of directly
entering keyboard commands via a built-in
terminal emulator (Section OV3.3).
When using the support software, the
computers baud rate, port, and modem types
are specified and stored in a file for future use.
The simplest and most common interface is to
connect the optically isolated 9 pin Computer
RS-232 port to a 9 pin PC RS-232 port. An
adapter is supplied with the CR23X for
connection to a 25 pin PC RS-232 port.
Otherwise, an SC32A can be used on the CS I/O
port. The SC32A converts and optically isolates
the voltages passing between the CR23X and the
external terminal device.
The SC12 Two Peripheral cable which comes
with the SC32A is used to connect the CS I/O
port of the CR23X to the 9 pin port of the
SC32A labeled "Datalogger". Connect the
"Terminal/Printer" port of the SC32A to the
serial port of the computer with a straight 25 pin
cable or, if the computer has a 9 pin serial port,
a standard 9 to 25 pin adapter cable.
OV3.3 ASCII TERMINAL OR COMPUTER WITH
TERMINAL EMULATOR
Devices which can be used to communicate
with the CR23X include standard ASCII
terminals and computers programmed to
function as a terminal emulator. See Section
6.7 for details.

To communicate with any device, the CR23X
enters its Telecommunications Mode and
responds only to valid telecommunications
commands. Within the Telecommunications
Mode, there are 2 "states"; the
Telecommunications Command state and the
Remote Keyboard state. Communication is
established in the Telecommunications command
state. One of the commands is to enter the
Remote Keyboard state (Section 5).
The Remote Keyboard state allows the
keyboard of the computer/terminal to act like
the CR23X keypad. Various datalogger modes
may be entered, including the mode in which
programs may be keyed in to the CR23X from
the computer/terminal.

A datalogger program is created on a computer
using EDLOG. A program can also be entered
directly into the datalogger using the keypad.
Section OV4.3 describes options for loading the
program into the CR23X.
OV4.1 PROGRAMMING SEQUENCE
In routine applications, the CR23X measures
sensor output signals, processes the
measurements over some time interval and
stores the processed results. A generalized
programming sequence is:
1. Enter the execution interval. In most cases,
the execution interval is determined by the
desired sensor scan rate.
2. Enter the Input/Output instructions required
to measure the sensors.
3. If processing in addition to that provided by
the Output Processing Instructions (step 5)
is required, enter the appropriate
Processing Instructions.
4. Enter the Program Control Instruction to
test the output condition and set the Output
Flag when the condition is met. For
example, use
Instruction 92 to output based on time.
Instruction 86 to output every execution
interval.
Instruction 88 or 89 to output based on a
comparison of values in input locations.
This instruction must precede the Output

Processing Instructions which store data in
Final Storage. Instructions are described in
Sections 9 through 12.
5. Enter the Output Processing Instructions to
store processed data in Final Storage. The
order in which data are stored is
determined by the order of the Output
Processing Instructions in the table.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for additional outputs
on different intervals or conditions.
NOTE: The program must be executed for
output to occur. Therefore, the interval at
which the Output Flag is set must be evenly
divisible by the execution interval. For
example, with a 2 minute execution interval
and a 5 minute output interval, the output
flag will only be set on the even multiples of
the 5 minute intervals, not on the odd. Data
will be output every 10 minutes instead of
every 5 minutes.
Execution intervals and output intervals set with
Instruction 92 are synchronized with real time
starting at midnight.
OV4.2 INSTRUCTION FORMAT
Instructions are identified by an instruction
number. Each instruction has a number of
parameters that give the CR23X the information
it needs to execute the instruction.
The CR23X Prompt Sheet has the instruction
numbers in red, with the parameters briefly
listed in columns following the description.
Some parameters are footnoted with further
description under the "Instruction Option
Codes" heading. The CR23X also has on-line
help available when a ? appears on the
display. Help is accessed by pressing D .
For example, Instruction 73 stores the
maximum value that occurred in an Input
Storage location over the output interval.
P73 Maximum
1:
Reps
2:
TimeOption
3:
Loc
The instruction has three parameters (1)
REPetitionS, the number of sequential Input
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Storage locations on which to find maxima, (2)
TIME, an option of storing the time of
occurrence with the maximum value, and (3)
LOC, the first Input Storage location operated
on by the Maximum Instruction. The codes for
the TIME parameter are listed in the "Instruction
Option Codes".
The repetitions parameter specifies how many
times an instruction's function is to be repeated.
For example, four 107 thermistor probes may be
measured with a single Instruction 11, Temp-107,
with four repetitions. Parameter 2 specifies the
input channel of the first thermistor (the probes
must be connected to sequential channels).
Parameter 4 specifies the Input Storage location
in which to store measurements from the first
thermistor. If location 5 were used and the first
probe was on channel 1, the temperature of the
thermistor on channel 1 would be stored in input
location 5, the temperature from channel 2 in
input location 6, etc.
Detailed descriptions of the instructions are
given in Sections 9-12. Entering an instruction
into a program table is described in OV5.
OV4.3 ENTERING A PROGRAM
Programs are entered into the CR23X in one of
three ways:
1. Keyed in using the CR23X keypad.
2. Loaded from a pre-recorded listing using
D Mode. There are 2 types of
the
storage/input:
a. Stored on disk/sent from computer.
b. Stored/loaded from Storage Module.
3. Loaded from internal Flash Memory or
Storage Module upon power-up.
A program is created by keying it directly into
the datalogger as described in Section OV5, or
on a PC using PC208W.
Program files (.DLD) can be downloaded directly
to the CR23X using PC208W. Communication
via direct wire, telephone, cellular phone, or
Radio Frequency (RF) is supported.
Programs on disk can be copied to a Storage
Module with the appropriate software. Using the
D Mode to save or load a program from a
Storage Module is described in Section 1.8.
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Once a program is loaded in the CR23X, the

program will be stored in flash memory and will
automatically be loaded and run when the
datalogger is powered-up.
The program on power up function can also be
achieved by using a Storage Module. Up to 8
programs can be stored in the Storage Module,
the programs may be assigned any of the
numbers 1-8. If the Storage Module is
connected when the CR23X is powered-up the
CR23X will automatically load program number
8, provided that a program 8 is loaded in the
Storage Module (Section 1.8). The program
from the Storage Module will replace the active
program in flash memory.

The following examples stress direct interaction
with the CR23X using the keypad. At the
beginning of each example is an EDLOG listing
of the program. You can also participate in the
example by entering the program in EDLOG
and sending it to the CR23X and viewing
measurements with PC208W. (See the
PC208W manual for guidance.) You can also
work through the examples with the 16 key
keypad. You will learn the basics of CR23X
operation as well as an appreciation for the
help provided by the software.
We will start with a simple programming
example. There is a brief explanation of each
step to help you follow the logic. When the
example uses an instruction, press D on
parameters marked with "?" for parameter
descriptions. Alternatively, find the instruction
on the Prompt Sheet and follow through the
description of the parameters. Using the
Prompt Sheet or on-line help while going
through these examples will help you become
familiar with their respective formats. Sections
9-12 have more detailed descriptions of the
instructions.
Turn on the CR23X. The programming steps in
the following examples use the keystrokes
possible on the keypad. With a terminal, some
responses will be slightly different.
When the CR23X is powered up, the display
will show:

Explanation
On power-up, the CR23X
displays "HELLO" while it
checks the memory
Display
HELLO
OV5.1 SAMPLE PROGRAM 1

EDLOG Listing Program 1:
*Table 1 Program
01:
5.0
after a few seconds delay

1664 Kbytes
memory
The size of the machine's total

memory
When the CR23X is turned on, it tests the FLASH

memory and loads the current program to RAM.
After the program compiles successfully, the
CR23X begins executing the program. If a key is
pressed while the CR23X is testing memory
(HELLO is on the display), there will be a 128
second delay before compiling and running the
program. This can be used to edit or change the
program before it starts running.
In order to ensure that there is no active
program in the CR23X, load an empty program
D Mode:
using the
Display Will Show:
Key (ID:Data)
Set Output Flag High
3: Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
1
Reps
Loc [ CR23XTemp ]
In this example the CR23X is programmed to

read its panel temperature (using a built in
thermistor) every 5 seconds and to send the
results to Final Storage.
Mode
Enter mode.
Mode 01 Go To
0000
Enter Program
Table 1.
13:Enter Command
00
Enter
13:
00
7 is command to
load program from
flash
Mode
07:Program ID
00
Execute command
7, CR23X is ready
for program
number
07:Program ID
00 00
Load Program 0
(empty program)
Scan Interval
execution
+0000
Indicating that the

command is
complete.
Advance to
interval (In seconds)
Scan Interval
+0.0000 5
Key in an execution
interval of 5 seconds.
01:P00
Enter the 5 second

execution interval
and advance to the
first program
instruction location.
01:P00
17
Key in Instruction 17
which directs the
CR23X to measure
the panel
temperature in
degrees C. This is
an Input/Output
Instruction.
Panel Temp
01:Loc
0000
Enter Instruction 17
and advance to the
first parameter.
01:Loc
0000 1
The input location to

store the
measurement,
location 1.
Execute program
load, after a short
wait, the display
will show
Prog. operation
complete
Display Will Show:

(ID:Data)
Explanation
Enter mode
2: Do (P86)
1:
10
Explanation
Mode
1: Panel Temperature (P17)

1:
1
Loc [ CR23XTemp ]
Key
Execution Interval (seconds)
OV-15
02:P00
Enter the location #

and advance to the
second program
instruction.
The CR23X is now programmed to read the panel

temperature every 5 seconds and place the reading
in Input Storage Location 1. The program can be
compiled and the temperature displayed (note that
it is not yet storing data).
Display Will Show:
(ID:Data)
Explanation
Key
Running Table 1
Exit Table 1, enter

0 Mode, compile
table and begin
logging.
Mode 06 Enter Loc Enter 6 Mode (to

0001
view Input Storage).
0001: 21.234
OV-16
Mode 01 Go To
02:P00
02:P00
86
The CR23X has read

the sensor and stored
the result again. The
internal temp is now
o
21.423 C. The value
is updated every 5
seconds when the
table is executed. At
this point the CR23X is
measuring the
temperature every 5
seconds and sending
the value to Input
Storage. No data are
being saved. The next
step is to have the
CR23X send each
reading to Final
Storage. (Remember,
the Output Flag must
be set first.)
Exit 6 Mode.
Enter 0000 program
table 1.
Do
01:CMD
00
0
Advance to first
storage location.
Panel temp. is
21.234C (display
shows actual
temperature so exact
value will vary).
Wait a few seconds:

01:21.423
01:CMD
00 10
03:P00
03:P00
70
Sample
01:Reps
0000
01:Reps
0000
1.
A
02:Loc
0000
02:Loc
0000 1
the
A
04:P00
Mode
Running Table 1
Advance to 2nd
instruction location
(this is where we left off).
This is the DO
instruction (a
Program Control
Instruction).
Enter 86 and
advance to the first
parameter (which will
specify the command
to execute).
This command sets
the Output Flag
(Flag 0) high.
Enter 10 and
advance to third
program instruction.
The SAMPLE
instruction. It directs
the CR23X to take a
reading from an Input
Storage location and
send it to Final
Storage (an Output
Processing
Instruction).
Enter 70 and
advance to the first
parameter
(repetitions).
There is only one
input location to
sample; repetitions =
Enter 1 and advance
to second parameter
(Input Storage
location to sample).
Input Storage
Location 1, where
temperature is
stored.
Enter 1 and advance
to fourth program
instruction.
Exit Table 1.
Enter 0 Mode,
compile program, log
data.
The CR23X is now programmed to measure

the internal temperature every 5 seconds and
send each reading to Final Storage. Values in
Final Storage can be viewed using the 7
Mode.
Display Will Show:
(ID:Data)
Explanation
Key
Mode 07
Enter 7 Mode.
The Loc 13 Data
Storage Pointer
(DSP) is at Location
13 (in this example).
Array ID
01:
+0102
Advance to the first

value, the Output
Array ID. 102
indicates the Output
Flag was set by the
second instruction in
Program Table 1.
02:
+21.231
Advance to the first

stored temperature.
Array ID
01:
+0102
Advance to the next

output array. Same
Output Array ID.
02:
+21.42
Advance to 2nd
stored temp, 21.42
deg. C.
There are no date and time tags on the data.

They must be put there with Output Instruction
77. Instruction 77 is used in the next example.
If a terminal is used to communicate with the
CR23X, Telecommunications Commands
(Section 5) can be used to view entire Output
Arrays (in this case the ID and temperature) at
the same time.
EDLOG Listing Program 2:
*Table 1 Program
01:
60.0
(seconds)
Execution Interval

1:
1
Loc [ CR23XTemp ]
2: Thermocouple Temp (DIFF) (P14)
1:
1
Reps
2:
21
10 mV 60 Hz Rejection
3:
5
DIFF Channel
4:
1
Type T (Copper-Constantan)
5:
1
Ref Temp Loc [ CR23XTemp ]
6:
7:
8:
2
1.0
0.0
3: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
Loc [ TCTemp
Mult
Offset
Minutes (Seconds --) into a

Interval (same units as above)
4: Real Time (P77)

1:
110
Day,Hour/Minute
5: Average (P71)
1:
2
2:
1
Reps
Loc [ CR23XTemp ]
6: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2: 1440
3:
10

7: Real Time (P77)

1:
110
Day,Hour/Minute
8: Maximum (P73)
1:
1
Reps
2:
10
Value with Hr-Min
3:
2
Loc [ TCTemp ]
9: Minimum (P74)
1:
1
2:
10
3:
2
10:
1:
Reps
Value with Hr-Min
Loc [ TCTemp ]
Serial Out (P96)

71
SM192/SM716/CSM1
This second example is more representative of

a real data collection application. Once again,
the panel temperature is measured, but it is
used as a reference temperature for the
differential voltage measurement of a type T
(copper-constantan) thermocouple; the CR23X
is initially supplied with a short type T
thermocouple connected to differential channel
5.
When using a type T thermocouple, the copper
lead (blue) is connected to the high input of the
differential channel, and the constantan lead
(red) is connected to the low input.
A thermocouple produces a voltage that is
proportional to the difference in temperature
between the measurement and the reference
junctions.
OV-17

To make a thermocouple (TC) temperature
measurement, the temperature of the reference
junction (in this example, the panel
temperature) must be measured. The CR23X
takes the reference temperature, converts it to
the equivalent TC voltage relative to 0oC, adds
the measured TC voltage, and converts the
sum to temperature through a polynomial fit to
the TC output curve (Section 13.4).
Instruction 14 directs the CR23X to make a
differential TC temperature measurement. The
first parameter in Instruction 14 is the number
of times to repeat the measurement. Enter 1,
because in this example there is only one
thermocouple. If there were more than 1 TC,
they could be wired to sequential channels, and
the number of thermocouples entered for
repetitions. The CR23X would automatically
advance through the channels sequentially and
measure all of the thermocouples.
Parameter 2 is the voltage range to use when
making the measurement. The output of a type
T thermocouple is approximately 40 microvolts
per degree C difference in temperature
between the two junctions. The 10 mV scale
will provide a range of +1000/40 = +250oC (i.e.,
this scale will not overrange as long as the
measuring junction is within 250oC of the panel
temperature). The resolution of the 10 mV
range is 0.33 V or 0.008oC because a
differential measurement is being made.
Parameter 3 is the analog input channel on
which to make the first, and in this case only,
measurement.
Parameter 4 is the code for the type of
thermocouple used. This information is located
on the Prompt Sheet, in the on-line help, or in
the description of Instruction 14 in Section 9.
The code for a type T (copper-constantan)
thermocouple is 1.
Parameter 5 is the Input Storage location in
which the reference temperature is stored.
which to store the measurement (or the first
measurement; e.g., if there are 5 repetitions
and the first measurement is stored in location
3, the final measurement will be stored in
location 7). Parameters 7 and 8 are the
multiplier and offset. A multiplier of 1 and an
offset of 0 outputs the reading in degrees C. A
multiplier of 1.8 and an offset of 32 converts the
reading to degrees F.
In this example, the sensor is measured once a
minute, and the day, time, and average
temperature are output every hour. Once a day
OV-18
the day, time, maximum and minimum

temperatures and the times they occur will be
output.
Final Storage data will be sent to Storage
Module. Remember, all on-line data output to a
peripheral device is accomplished with
Instruction 96 (Sections 4.1 and 12).
The first example described program entry one
keystroke at a time. This example does not
show the "A" key. Remember, "A" is used to
enter and/or advance (i.e., between each line in
the example below). This format is similar to
the format used in EDLOG.
It's a good idea to have both the manual and
the Prompt Sheet handy when going through
this example. Also look at the on-line help, key
, whenever ? is displayed on the screen.
You can find the program instructions and
parameters on the Prompt Sheet and can read
their complete definitions in the manual.
To obtain daily output, the If Time instruction is
again used to set the Output Flag and is
followed by the Output Instructions to store time
and the daily maximum and minimum
temperatures and the time each occurs.
Any Program Control Instruction which is used
to set the Output Flag high will set it low if the
conditions are not met for setting it high.
Instruction 92 above sets the Output Flag high
every hour. The Output Instructions which
follow do not output every hour because they
are preceded by another Instruction 92 which
sets the Output Flag high at midnight (and sets
it low at any other time). This is a unique
feature of Flag 0. The Output Flag is
automatically set low at the start of each table
(Section 3.7).
OV5.3 EDITING AN EXISTING PROGRAM
When editing an existing program in the
CR23X, entering a new instruction inserts the
instruction; entering a new parameter replaces
the previous value.
To insert an instruction, enter the program table
and advance to the position where the
instruction is to be inserted (i.e., PXX in the
display) key in the instruction number, and then
key A. The new instruction will be inserted at
that point in the table, advance through and
enter the parameters. The instruction that was
at that point and all instructions following it will
be pushed down to follow the inserted
instruction.

An instruction is deleted by advancing to the
instruction number (P in display) and keying #D
(Table 4.2-1).
To change the value entered for a parameter,

advance to the parameter and key in the
correct value then press A. Note that the new
value is not entered until A is keyed.
SAMPLE PROGRAM 2
Instruction
(Loc:Entry)
Parameter
(Par#:Entry)
01:60
Key # D until
is displayed
01:P17
02:P14
(differential)
03:P92
Description
Enter Program Table 1
60 second (1 minute) execution interval

01:P00
01:1
Erase previous Program before

continuing.
Measure panel temperature
Store temp in Location 1
Measure thermocouple temperature
01:1
02:21
03:5
04:1
05:1
06:2
07:1
08:0
1 repetition
Range code (10 mV, 60 Hz Rejection)
Input channel of TC
TC type: copper-constantan
Reference temp is stored in Location 1
Store TC temp in Location 2
Multiplier of 1
No offset
01:0
02:60
03:10
If Time instruction
0 minutes into the interval
60 minute interval
Set Output Flag 0
The CR23X is programmed to measure the thermocouple temperature every sixty seconds.
The If Time instruction sets the Output Flag at the beginning of every hour. Next, the Output
Instructions for time and average are added.
Instruction #
(Loc.:Entry)
04:P77
05:P71
06:P92
07: P77
08: P73
Parameter
(Par.#:Entry)
01:110
01:1
02:2
Description
Output Time instruction
Store Julian day, hour, and minute
Average instruction
one repetition
Location 2 - source of TC temps. to be
averaged
01:0
02:1440
03:10
If Time instruction
0 minutes into the interval
1440 minute interval (24 hrs.)
Set Output Flag 0
01:100
Output Time instruction

Store Day of Year
01:1
02:10
03:2
Maximize instruction
One repetition
Output time of daily maximum in hours and minutes
Data source is Input Storage Location 2.
OV-19

09: P74
Minimize instruction
One repetition
Output the time of the daily minimum in hours
and minutes
01:1
02:10
03:2
The program to make the measurements and to send the desired data to Final Storage has
been entered. At this point, Instruction 96 is entered to enable data transfer from Final Storage
to Storage Module.
10:P96
Activate Serial Data Output.

Output Final Storage data to Storage Module.
1:71
The program is complete. (Here the example reverts back to the key by key format.)
Key
correctly.
A
1
1
A
OV-20
Display
Explanation
00:21:32
Enter
05:0000
Advance to location for year.
05:1996
Key in year (1996).
05:0000
Enter and advance to location for Julian day.
05:197
Key in Julian day.
05:0021
Enter and advance to location for hours and minutes (24 hr. time).
05:1324
Key in hrs.:min. (1:24 PM in this example).
:13:24:01
Clock set and running.
Running Table 1 Exit
Mode. Clock running but perhaps not set
, compile Table 1, commence logging data.

3) Retrieve the data over some form of
telecommunications link, whether it be RF,
telephone, cellular phone, short haul
modem, or satellite. This can be performed
under program control or by regularly
scheduled polling of the dataloggers.
Campbell Scientific's Datalogger Support
Software automates this process.
OV6. DATA RETRIEVAL OPTIONS

There are several options for data storage and
retrieval. These options are covered in detail in
Sections 2, 4, and 5. Figure OV6.1-1
summarizes the various possible methods.
Regardless of the method used, there are three
general approaches to retrieving data from a
datalogger.
Regardless of which method is used, the

retrieval of data from the datalogger does NOT
erase those data from Final Storage. The data
remain in the ring memory until:
1) On-line output of Final Storage data to a

peripheral storage device. On a regular
schedule, that storage device is either
"milked" of its data or is brought back to the
office/lab where the data is transferred to
the computer. In the latter case, a "fresh"
storage device is usually left in the field
when the full one is taken so that data
collection can continue uninterrupted.
They are written over by new data (Section 2.1)

Memory is reallocated or the CR23X is reset
(Section 1.5)
Table OV6.1-1 lists the instructions used with
the various methods of data retrieval.
2) Bring a storage device to the datalogger

and milk all the data that has accumulated
in Final Storage since the last visit.
TABLE OV6.1-1. Data Retrieval Methods and Related Instructions
Method
Storage Module
Instruction/Mode
Section in Manual
Instruction 96
4.1, 12
4.2
4.5
8
9
Telecommunications
Printer or other
Serial device
Telecommunications
Commands
Instruction 97
Instruction 99
Instruction 96
Instruction 98
8
5
12
12
4.1, 12
12
4.2
OV-21
CR23X
COMPUTER
RS-232
CS I/O PORT
SC12 CABLES
DSP4
HEADS UP
DISPLAY
CSM1
SM192/716
STORAGE
MODULES
STORAGE
MODULE
OR CARD
BROUGHT
FROM THE
FIELD TO
THE
COMPUTER
CSM1
SM192/716
STORAGE
MODULES
MD9
MULTIDROP
INTERFACE
RF95 RF
MODEM
RF100/RF200
TRANSCEIVER
W/ ANTENNA
& CABLE
COAXIAL
CABLE
SC932
INTERFACE
SC32A
RS-232
INTERFACE
COM200 OR
VS1 PHONE
MODEM
COM100
CELLULAR
PHONE
SATELLITE
SRM-6A RAD
SHORTHAUL
MODEM
PHONE
LINE
MD9
MULTIDROP
INTERFACE
RF100/RF200
TRANSCEIVER
W/ ANTENNA
& CABLE
SC12 CABLE
SC532
RS-232
INTERFACE
COMPUTER
GROUND
STATION
SC12 CABLE
RF232 RF
BASE
STATION
SRM-6A RAD
SHORTHAUL
MODEM
HAYES
COMPATIBLE
PHONE
MODEM
RS-232
CABLE
ASYNCHRONOUS SERIAL
COMMUNICATIONS PORT
NOTES:
1. ADDITIONAL METHODS OF DATA RETRIEVAL ARE:

A. SATELLITE TRANSMISSION
B. DIRECT DUMP TO PRINTER
C. VOICE PHONE MODEM TO VOICE PHONE OR PC WITH HAYES COMPATIBLE
PHONE MODEM
2. THE DSP4 HEADS UP DISPLAY ALLOWS THE USER TO VIEW DATA IN INPUT
STORAGE. ALSO BUFFERS FINAL STORAGE DATA AND WRITES IT TO PRINTER
OR STORAGE MODULE.
3. ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC RS-232 INTERFACE PERIPHERALS HAVE A FEMALE
25 PIN RS-232 CONNECTOR.
4. THE COMPUTER RS-232 PORT HAS A FEMALE 9 PIN CONNECTOR.
FIGURE OV6.1-1. Data Retrieval Hardware Options
OV-22
OV7. SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical specifications are valid for -25 to 50C range unless otherwise specified. To maintain electrical specifications, yearly recalibrations are recommended.
PROGRAM EXECUTION RATE

Program is synchronized with real-time up to 100 Hz.
Two fast (250 s integration) single-ended measurements can write to final storage at 100 Hz. Burst
measurements are possible at rates up to 1.5 kHz over
short intervals.
CLOCK ACCURACY
1 minute per month
DESCRIPTION: 12 differential or 24 single-ended,

individually configured. Channel expansion
provided through AM416 Relay Multiplexers and
AM25T Thermocouple Multiplexers.
ACCURACY: 0.025% of FSR; 0 to 40C
0.05% of FSR; -25 to 50C
0.075% of FSR; -40 to 80C (optional)
5 V offset voltage error is possible with SE
measurements.
RANGES AND RESOLUTION
Input
Resolution (V)
Range (mV)
Diff.
SE
5000
166
333
1000
33.3
66.6
200
6.66
13.3
50
1.67
3.33
10
0.33
0.66
Accuracy (mV)
(-25 to 50C)
5.00
1.00
0.20
0.05
0.01
INPUT SAMPLE RATES: Includes the measurement

time and conversion to engineering units. Differential measurements incorporate two integrations with reversed input polarities to reduce
thermal offset and common mode errors. Fast
measurement integrates the signal for 250 s;
slow measurement integrates for one power
line cycle (50 or 60 Hz).
Fast single-ended voltage:
Fast differential voltage:
Slow single-ended voltage (60 Hz):
Slow differential voltage (60 Hz):
Fast differential thermocouple:
2.1 ms
3.1 ms
18.3 ms
35.9 ms
6.9 ms
INPUT REFERRED NOISE: Typical for 10 mV Input

Range; digital resolution dominates for higher
ranges.
0.60
0.15
1.20
0.30
V
V
V
V
rms
rms
rms
rms
COMMON MODE RANGE: 5 V.

DC COMMON MODE REJECTION: >100 dB.
NORMAL MODE REJECTION: 70 dB (60 Hz with slow
diff. measurement).
SUSTAINED INPUT VOLTAGE WITHOUT DAMAGE:
16 VDC max.
INPUT CURRENT: 2.5 nA typ., 10 nA max. at 50C.
INPUT RESISTANCE: 20 Gohms typical.
ANALOG OUTPUTS
DESCRIPTION: 4 switched, active only during
measurement one at a time; 2 continuous.
RANGE: Programmable between 5 V
RESOLUTION: 333 V
OUTPUT VOLTAGES (no load): high 5.0 V 0.1 V;

low < 0.1 V.
OUTPUT RESISTANCE: 500 ohms.
FREQUENCY SWEEP FUNCTION: The switched

outputs provide a programmable swept frequency,
0 to 5 V square wave for exciting vibrating wire
transducers.
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS
ANALOG INPUTS
Fast differential
Slow differential (60 Hz)
Fast single-ended
Slow single-ended (60 Hz)
CURRENT SINKING: 50 mA for switched, 5 mA for

continuous (15 mA for continuous with Boost
selected in P133).
MEASUREMENT TYPES: The CR23X provides ratiometric measurements of 4- and 6-wire full bridges,
and 2-, 3-, and 4-wire half bridges. Precise, dual
polarity excitation using any of the 4 switched
outputs eliminates DC errors. Conductivity
measurements use a dual polarity 0.75 ms excitation to minimize ionic polarization errors.
ACCURACY: 0.02% of FSR (0.015%, 0 to 40C)
plus bridge resistor error.
PERIOD AVERAGING MEASUREMENTS

DESCRIPTION: The average period for a single
cycle is determined by measuring the duration
of a specified number of cycles. Any of the 24
SE analog inputs can be used; signal attenuation
and AC coupling is typically required.
INPUT FREQUENCY RANGE: Signal centered
around ground.
Max. Input
Frequency
10 kHz
20 kHz
30 kHz
200 kHz
Min. signal (Peak to Peak)

@ Max. Freq.
2 mV
5 mV
10 mV
500 mV
RESOLUTION: 12 ns divided by the number of cycles

measured.
INPUT STATE: high 3.0 to 5.5 V; low -0.5 to 0.8 V.

INPUT RESISTANCE: 100 kohms.
SDI-12 INTERFACE SUPPORT

DESCRIPTION: Digital I/O Ports C5-C8 support SDI12 asynchronous communication; up to 10 SDI-12
sensors can be connected to each port.
EMI and ESD PROTECTION

Encased in metal with gas discharge tubes on the
panel, the CR23X has EMI filtering and ESD protection
on all input and output connections.
CE COMPLIANCE (as of 01/98)

APPLICATION OF COUNCIL DIRECTIVE(S):
89/336/EEC as amended by 89/336/EEC and
93/68/EEC
STANDARD(S) TO WHICH CONFORMITY IS
DECLARED:
ENC55022-1: 1995 and ENC50082-1: 1992
CPU AND INTERFACE

PROCESSORS: Hitachi 6303; Motorola 68HC708
supports communications.
MEMORY: 1 M Flash stores 500K data values;
512K Flash stores OS and user programs with
128K battery-backed SRAM. Optional 4 M Flash
available.
DISPLAY: 24-character-by-2-line LCD.
SERIAL INTERFACES: Optically isolated RS-232
9-pin interface for computer or modem. CS 9-pin
I/O interface for peripherals such as card storage
module or modem.
ACCURACY: 0.03% of reading.
PULSE COUNTERS
DESCRIPTION: Four 8-bit or two 16-bit inputs
selectable for switch closure, high frequency pulse,
or low-level AC. Counters read at 10 or 100 Hz.
MAXIMUM COUNT RATE: 2.5 kHz and 25 kHz, 8-bit
counter read at 10 Hz and 100 Hz, respectively; 500 kHz, 16-bit counter.
BAUD RATES: Selectable at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800,

9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, and 76.8K. ASCII protocol
is one start bit, one stop bit, eight data bits, no
parity.
SYSTEM POWER REQUIREMENTS

VOLTAGE: 11 to 16 VDC.
SWITCH CLOSURE MODE

Minimum Switch Closed Time: 5 ms.
Minimum Switch Open Time: 6 ms.
Maximum Bounce Time: 1 ms open without being
counted.
TYPICAL CURRENT DRAIN: 2 mA quiescent with

display off (2.5 mA max), 7 mA quiescent with
display on, 45 mA during processing, and
70 mA during analog measurement.
HIGH FREQUENCY PULSE MODE

Minimum Pulse Width: 1 s.
Maximum Input Frequency: 500 kHz.
Voltage Thresholds: Count upon transition from
below 1.5 V to above 3.5 VDC. Larger transitions
required at high frequencies because of 0.5 s
time constant filter.
Maximum Input Voltage: 20 V.
INTERNAL BATTERIES: 7 Ahr alkaline or 7 Ahr

rechargeable base; low-profile base without batteries optional. 1800 mAhr lithium battery for clock
and SRAM backup typically provides 10 years of
service.
LOW LEVEL AC MODE

Internal AC coupling removes DC offsets up to
0.5 V.
Input Hysteresis: 15 mV.
Maximum AC Input Voltage: 20 V.
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range
1.0 Hz to 1 kHz
0.5 Hz to 10 kHz
0.3 Hz to 16 kHz
Min. sine wave rms

20 mV
200 mV
1000 mV
ACCURACY: 5 mV; 2.5 mV (0 to 40C).
DIGITAL I/O PORTS
CURRENT SOURCING: 50 mA for switched; 15 mA

for continuous.
DESCRIPTION: 8 ports selectable as binary inputs or

control outputs. Ports C5-C8 capable of counting
switch closures and high frequency.
EXTERNAL BATTERIES: Any 11 to 16 V battery

may be connected; reverse polarity protected.
SIZE: 9.5 x 7.0 x 3.8 (24.1 cm x 17.8 cm x 9.6 cm).
Terminal strips extend 0.4 (1.0 cm) and terminal
strip cover extends 1.3 (3.3 cm) above the panel
surface.
WEIGHT: 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg) with low-profile base,
8.3 lbs (3.8 kg) with alkaline base,
10.7 lbs (4.8 kg) with rechargeable base.
WARRANTY
3 years against defects in materials and workmanship.
HIGH FREQUENCY MAX: 2.5 kHz
OV-23

OV-24
SECTION 1. FUNCTIONAL MODES

1.1 DATALOGGER PROGRAMS 2
3
4
,
, AND
MODES
Data acquisition and processing functions are

controlled by user-entered instructions
contained in program tables. Programming can
be separated into 2 tables, each having its own
user-entered execution interval. A third table is
available for programming subroutines which
may be called by instructions in Tables 1 or 2 or
1
2
and
by special interrupts. The
Modes are used to access Tables 1 and 2. The
3
Mode is used to access Subroutine
Table 3.
4
Mode Table is a table of values
The
used in the program that someone can change
while the rest of the program is protected.
These values may be used for sensor
calibrations or to select optional sensors. The
4
Table is only available when a special
program created by EDLOG is loaded in the
CR23X.
When a program table is first entered, the

display shows the mode (table) number on the
first line and 0000 on the second line. Keying
an "A" will advance the editor to the scan
interval. If there is an existing program in the
table, keying an instruction location number
prior to "A" will advance directly to the
instruction (e.g., 5 will advance to the fifth
instruction in the table).
1.1.1 SCAN (EXECUTION) INTERVAL
The scan interval is entered in units of seconds
as follows:
1/100 .... 1 second, in multiples of 1/100 (.01)
1 ........... 6553.5 seconds, in multiples of 1/10
(0.1)
Execution of the table is repeated at the rate
determined by this entry. The table will not be
executed if 0 is entered.
The sample rate for a CR23X measurement is
the rate at which the measurement instruction
can be executed (i.e., the measurement made,
scaled with the instruction's multiplier and
offset, and the result placed in Input Storage).
Additional processing requires extra time. The

throughput rate is the rate at which a
measurement can be made and the resulting
value stored in Final Storage. The maximum
throughput rate for fast single-ended
measurements, other than burst
measurements, is 600 measurements per
second (24 measurements repeated 25 times
per second with the settling time set at 100 s
with Instruction P132).
If the specified execution interval for a table is
less than the time required to process that
table, the CR23X finishes processing the table
and waits for the next occurrence of the
execution interval before again initiating the
table (i.e., when the execution interval has
elapsed and the table is still executing, that
execution is skipped). Since no advantage is
gained in the rate of execution with this
situation, it should be avoided by specifying an
execution interval adequate for the table
processing time.
NOTE: Whenever the processing time of
the user's program exceeds a table's
execution interval, an error is logged in
memory. The number of overrun errors
B
can be displayed and reset in the
mode (Section 1.6) or using the
Telecommunications A command (Section
5.1). An overrun will also cause T o to
appear in the lower right corner of the
display. T o will appear on the first table
overruns and continue to be displayed until
0
table overruns stop and
or another
mode command is entered.
In some cases, the processing time may exceed
the execution interval only when the Output Flag is
set and extra time is consumed by final Output
Processing. This may be acceptable. For
example, suppose it is desired to sample some
phenomena every 0.1 seconds and output
processed data every 10 minutes. The processing
time of the table which does this is less than 0.1
seconds except when output occurs (every 10
minutes). With final output the processing time is
1 second. With the execution interval set at 0.1
seconds, and a one second lag between samples
once every 10 minutes, 9 measurements out of
5000 (.18%) are missed: an acceptable statistical
error for most populations.
1-1
1.1.2 SUBROUTINES
Table 3 is used to enter subroutines which may
be called with Program Control Instructions in
Tables 1 and 2 or other subroutines. The group
of instructions which form a subroutine must
begin with Instruction 85, Label Subroutine, and
end with Instruction 95, End (Section 12).
Subroutines 95, 96, 97, and 98 have the unique
capability of being executed when a port goes
high (ports 5, 6, 7, and 8 respectively). Any of
these subroutines will interrupt Tables 1 and 2
(Section 1.1.3) when the appropriate port goes
high. When the port goes high, the processor
awakes within a few microseconds. The port
triggers on the rising edge (i.e., when it goes
from low to high). If the port stays high, the
subroutine is not called again.
1.1.3 TABLE PRIORITY/INTERRUPTS
Table 1 execution has priority over Table 2. If
Table 2 is being executed when it is time to
execute Table 1, Table 2 will be interrupted.
After Table 1 processing is completed, Table 2
processing resumes at the interruption point. If
the execution interval of Table 2 coincides with
Table 1, Table 1 is executed first, then Table 2.
Interrupts by Table 1 are not allowed in the
middle of an instruction or while output to Final
Storage is in process (flag 0 is set high). The
interrupt occurs as soon as the instruction is
completed or flag 0 is set low.
created using EDLOG which allows instruction

4
table.
parameters to be assigned to the
4
In a network of datalogger stations, the
table can be used to simplify site customization
and the procedure of information entry. Once a
generalized program is developed, application
specific details, e.g., sensor calibration, can be
1
and
entered without accessing the
2
3
program tables or the
subroutine table.
ASSIGNING PARAMETERS TO
EDLOG
1.1.4
PARAMETER ENTRY TABLE
4
The CR23X
mode is a table with up to
one hundred values. Each value corresponds
to an instruction parameter in the datalogger
program. When the datalogger compiles the
4
table are
program, values in the
transferred to the corresponding instruction
parameter. The datalogger program must be
1-2
4
The only way to implement the
mode is
through EDLOG. The datalogger program is
generated in EDLOG in the normal way.
4
location,
To assign a parameter to a
position the cursor on the desired parameter
and press the "@" key. EDLOG then prompts
4
table to
for the location number in the
be assigned to the associated parameter. After
a valid number is entered, EDLOG marks the
parameter with "@@nn" to the right of the
4
parameter description, where "nn" is the
location number.
Any program parameter or execution interval

can be marked for inclusion in the table, as
illustrated below.
PROGRAM
*
Special subroutines 95, 96, 97, and 98, initiated

by a port going high (Section 1.1.2), can
interrupt either Table 1 or 2 or can occur when
neither is being executed. These subroutines
can interrupt a table while the Output Flag is
set. When the port goes high during the
execution of a table, the instruction being
executed is completed before the subroutine is
run (i.e., as if the subroutine was called by the
next instruction). For more information, refer to
Section 12 (P85 Label Subroutine).
01:
01:
Table 1 Program
0.0
Execution Interval
(seconds) @@0
Volts (SE) (P1)
1: 1
Reps
2: 1
2.5 mV Slow Range
3: 1
SE Channel
4: 1
Loc [ _________ ]
5: 1
Mult @@1
6: 0
Offset @@2
4
location 0 is
In the above example,
assigned to the program table execution
interval, and locations 1 and 2 to the multiplier
and offset of the measurement instruction.
Note that a default execution interval of zero
means the program will not execute until an
alternative interval is entered in location 00 of
4
mode. A default multiplier and
the
offset of 1 and 0 means that the measurement
value is in units of millivolts. A different
multiplier and offset can be entered in

locations 1 and 2, respectively.
4
location can be used in only one
A
4
program parameter. For example,
locations 0, 1, and 2 used in the example
cannot be reused in another instruction in the
same program.
4
feature is enabled in EDLOG
If the
when printing a program to a printer or disk file,
4
list is printed at the end of the file.
the
Once the EDLOG created program has been

sent to the CR23X, it can be saved in the Flash
memory program storage area using the
D Mode (Section 1.8).
CHANGING VALUES IN
TABLE
4
4
Enter the
Mode by keying "
";
"04:00" is then displayed. At this point it is
4
location by
possible to jump to any valid
keying the desired location number and
pressing the A key. For example, when the
display shows 04:00 and the desired location is
80, key in the number 80, press the A key and
the display will show "80:XXXXX." where
XXXXX. is the value stored in location 80.
Pressing the "A" key advances to the next
4
location, and the "B" key backs up to
4
location is not
the previous location. If a
assigned in the datalogger program, it can not
4
mode.
be displayed in the
4
location, advance
To enter a value in a
to the desired location, key in the number and
enter it by pressing the "A" key. The value is
not entered if the "A" key is not pressed.
Entering a new value causes the datalogger to

stop logging. Logging resumes when the
0
program is compiled. Upon compiling (
4
6
or
), all current
values are
incorporated into the program. For this reason,
4
whenever changes are made in the
4
mode, make sure that all
values are
4
mode.
correct before exiting the
Removing or adding an instruction to a program
4
residing in the datalogger disables the
mode. An instruction parameter may be edited
4
mode
without any adverse affect. If the
is disabled, it may be reactivated by
downloading the program to the datalogger or, if
the program was saved to Flash storage,
retrieving the program from the stored program

area.
C
mode (Section 1.7) may be used to
The
4
secure the datalogger program and the
mode entries. The lowest level of security
1
2
,
, and
prevents access to the
3
modes. Higher levels of security block
4
.
4
The CR23X will not respond to the
command if any of the following conditions
exist.
the program that was downloaded does not

4
assignments.
contain any
a program that was downloaded has since

been hand edited.
Security is blocking access to
1.1.5 COMPILING A PROGRAM

When a program is first loaded, or if any
1
2
,
,
changes are made in the
4
3
A , or
C
,
,
Modes, the
program must be compiled before it starts
running. The compile function checks for
programming errors and optimizes program
information for use during program execution. If
errors are detected, the appropriate error codes
are indicated on the display (Section 3.10). The
0
,
compile function is executed when the
6
B
, or
Modes are entered and prior
D
Mode.
to saving a program listing in the
The compile function is only executed after a
program change has been made and any
subsequent use of any of these modes will
return to the mode without recompiling.
0
B Mode is used to
or
When the
compile, all output ports and flags are set low,
the timer is reset, and data values contained in
Input and Intermediate Storage are reset to
zero.
0
is used, one of the following
When
status lines will be displayed: Running Table 1,
Running Table 2, No Active Program, Running
Table 1, 2, Tables Not Running.
6
Mode is used to compile data
When the
values contained in Input Storage, the state of
flags, control ports, and the timer (Instruction
26) are unaltered. Compiling always zeros
Intermediate Storage.
1-3
1.2 SETTING AND DISPLAYING THE

5
CLOCK MODE
5
The
Mode is used to display or set time.
When "5" is entered, time is displayed. It is
updated approximately once a second or longer
depending on the rate and degree of data
collection and processing taking place. The
sequence of time parameters displayed in the
5
Mode is given in Table 1.2-1.
1.3 DISPLAYING/ALTERING INPUT

MEMORY, FLAGS, AND PORTS 6
MODE
6
The
Mode is used to display and/or
change Input Storage values and to toggle and
6
Mode
display user flags and ports. If the
is entered immediately following any changes in
program tables, the program will be compiled and
run.
To set the year, day, or hours and minutes,

5
Mode and advance to display
enter the
the appropriate value. Key in the desired
number and enter the value by keying "A".
When a new value for hours and minutes is
entered, the seconds are set to zero and current
5
time is again displayed. To exit the
Mode, key "" and the mode you wish to enter.
When the time is changed, a partial recompile
is done automatically to synchronize the
program with real time.
Changing time affects the output and execution
intervals in which time is changed. Because
time can only be set with a 1 second resolution,
execution intervals of 1 second or less remain
constant. Averaged values will still be accurate,
though the interval may have a different number
of samples than normal. Totalized values will
reflect the different number of samples. The
pulse count instruction will use the previous
interval's value if an option has been selected to
discard odd intervals, otherwise it will use the
count accumulated in the interval.
TABLE 1.2-1. Sequence of Time
Parameters in 5 Mode
Key
A
A
A
A
1-4
Display
ID:DATA
HH:MM:SS
Year
XXXX
Day of Year
XXXX
or
MMDD
XXXX
Time
HHMM
Seconds
SS
Description
Display current time
Display/enter year
Display/enter day of
year 1-365(366) or
press D and enter
as month and day,
such as 1012 for
October 12. D
toggles back to Day
of Year.
Display/enter
hours:minutes
Display/enter
seconds
NOTE: Input Storage data and the state of

flags, control ports, and the timer
(Instruction 26) are UNALTERED
whenever program tables are altered and
6
recompiled with the
Mode.
Compiling always zeros Intermediate
Storage.
TABLE 1.3-1.
Key
A
B
C
D
1
0
#
Mode Commands
Action
6
Enter
mode
Advance to next input location or
enter new value
Back-up to previous location
Change value in first input location on
display (followed by keyed in value,
then "A")
Display/alter user flags 1 through 8
Display/alter user flags 11 through 18
Display/alter ports
Display current location and allow a
location number to be keyed in,
followed by "A" to jump to that
location
1.3.1 DISPLAYING AND ALTERING INPUT

STORAGE
When "6" is entered, the keyboard/display will
read "Mode 06 Enter Loc". One can advance to
view the value stored in input location 1 by
keying "A". To go directly to a specific location,
key in the location number before keying "A".
For example, to view the value contained in
Input Storage location 20, key in "*6 20 A". The
left portion of the display shows the location
number and the 9-character label assigned to
that location in the programming portion
(EDLOG) of Campbell Scientifics PC208W
datalogger support software. If the value stored
in the location being monitored is the result of a
program instruction, the value on the display will
be the result of the most recent scan and will be
updated each time the instruction is executed.

6
Mode from a remote
When using the
terminal, a number (any number) must be sent
before the value shown will be updated.
skipped. Flag 5 can be toggled from the

6
Mode, effectively starting and stopping
the execution of Table 2.
1.3.3 DISPLAYING AND TOGGLING PORTS
Input locations can be used to store parameters

for use in computations. To store a value in a
location, or change the current value, key "C"
while monitoring the location, followed by the
desired number and "A".
If an algorithm requires parameters to be
manually modified during execution of the
Program without interruption of the Table
6
Mode can be
execution process, the
used. (If parameters will not need modification,
it is better to load them from the program using
Instruction 30.) If initial parameter values are
required to be in place before program execution
commences, use Instruction 91 at the beginning
of the program table to prevent the execution
until a flag is set (see the next section). Initial
parameter values can be entered into input
6
Mode C command.
locations using the
The flag can then be set to enable the table(s).
0
If the program is altered and compiled with
6
C
Mode, all values previously entered via
6
C
will be set to zero. To preserve
entered
6
after changing the
values, compile with
program.
1.3.2 DISPLAYING AND TOGGLING USER

FLAGS
If D is keyed (for Flags 1 to 8), or 1 is keyed (for
Flags 11 to 18) while the CR23X is displaying a
location value, the current status of the user flags
will be displayed in the following format:
"0001.0010". The characters represent the flags,
the left-most digit is Flag 1 (or 11) and right most
is Flag 8 (or 18). A "0" indicates the flag is low
and a "1" indicates the flag is high. In the above
example, Flags 4 (or 14) and 7 (or 17) are set.
To toggle a flag, simply press the corresponding
number. To return to displaying the input
location, press "A".
Entering appropriate flag tests into the program
allows manual control of program execution.
For example, to manually start the execution of
Table 2: enter Instruction 91 as the first
instruction in Table 2. The first parameter is 25
(do if Flag 5 is low), the second parameter is 0,
go to end of program table. If Flag 5 is low, all
subsequent instructions in Table 2 will be
NOTE: The switched 12 V port is displayed

as control port 9. Other port options are not
available on the switched 12 volt channel.
The status of the CR23X ports can be displayed
by hitting "0" while looking at an input location
6
0
A
). Ports are displayed left
(e.g.,
to right as SW12, C8, C7, ... , C1 (opposite to
the flags). A port configured as output can be
toggled by hitting its number while in the port
display mode. There is no effect on ports
configured as inputs.
On power up all ports are configured as inputs.
Instruction 20 is used to configure a port as an
output. Ports are also configured as outputs by
any program control commands which uses the
port as an output (pulse, set high, set low, toggle).
1.4 COMPILING AND LOGGING DATA 0

MODE
0
When the
Mode is entered after
programming the CR23X, the program is
compiled and the display shows "Running
Table" followed by the active program table
numbers. The display is not updated after
0
.
entering
NOTE: All output ports are set low, the

timer is reset, and data values in Input and
Intermediate Storage are RESET TO ZERO
whenever the program tables are altered
and the Program is recompiled with the
0
Mode. The same is true when the
B or
programs are compiled with
D .
To minimize current drain, the CR23X should
0
Mode when logging data,
be left in the
and by turning off the display by pressing # .
1.5 MEMORY ALLOCATION 1.5.1 INTERNAL MEMORY

When powered up, Hello is displayed while a
self check is performed. The total system
memory is then displayed in K bytes. The size
1-5
0
of memory can be displayed in the
mode. A -- after the number displayed means
that the memory test was aborted. The number
shown indicates how far the test progressed
before aborted.
Input Storage is used to store the results of

Input/Output and Processing Instructions. The
values stored in input locations may be
6
Mode (Section 1.3).
displayed using the
Intermediate Storage is a scratch pad for
Output Processing Instructions. It is used to
store the results of intermediate calculations
necessary for averages, standard deviations,
histograms, etc. Intermediate Storage is not
accessible by the user.
1-6
Final Storage holds stored data for a

permanent record. Output Instructions store
data in Final Storage when the Output Flag is
set (Section 3.7). The data in Final Storage can
7
Mode (Section
be monitored using the
2.3).
Each Input or Intermediate Storage location
requires 4 bytes of memory. Each Final
Storage location requires 2 bytes of memory.
Low resolution data points require 1 Final
Storage location and high resolution data points
require 2. Section 2 describes Final Storage
and data retrieval in detail.
Figure 1.5-1 lists the basic memory functions
and the amount of memory allotted to them.
Flash Memory
(EEPROM)
Total 512 Kbytes
Operating System
(128 Kbytes)
How it works:
the CR23X, the program is compiled in
SRAM and stored in the Active
Program areas. If the CR23X is
powered off and then on, the Active
Program is loaded from Flash and run.
the user.
Active Program
(32 Kbytes Code)
Stored Programs
(32 Kbytes Code)
(32 Kbytes Labels)
Temporary Copy of
Current Program
Saved during
download if download
is aborted
(64 Kbytes)
Alphanumeric Labels
(32 Kbytes)
SRAM/FLASH
Total 1152 Kbytes
32K SRAM
System Memory
4096 Bytes
Active Program
Default
2048 Bytes
Input Storage
Default
112 Bytes
28 Locations
Default
256 Bytes
64 Locations
96K SRAM
The Active Program can be copied into
the Stored Programs area. While 98
program "names" are available, the
number of programs stored is limited
by the available memory. Stored
programs can be retrieved to become
the active program. While programs
are stored one at a time, all stored
programs are erased simultaneously.
That is because the flash memory can
only be written to once before it must
be erased and can only be erased in 16
Kbytes blocks.
lines:
can be re-sized by the user.)
1 byte per character stored. 9 bytes
per input location label. All final
storage label characters plus 2 bytes
per table name (array ID name) and
field name.

98,304 Bytes
49,154 Locations
1M FLASH
917,504 Bytes
458,752 Locations
or
4M FLASH
4,292,610 Bytes
2,146,305 Locations
Final Storage 1 Only
131,072 Bytes
65,536 Locations
system
Memory shared between
Program, Input Storage,
and Intermediate Storage
Unassigned
(192 Kbytes)
Memory allocable to Final

Storage 1 and 2 only
Final Storage area 1
FIGURE 1.5-1. CR23X Memory

1-7
1.5.2
MODE
CAUTION: Reallocating memory will result

in all data being lost.
A Mode is used to 1) determine the
The
number of locations allocated to Input Storage,
Intermediate Storage, Final Storage Area 2, Final
Storage Area 1, and Program Memory; 2)
repartition this memory; 3) check the number of
bytes remaining in Program memory; 4) erase Final
Storage; and 5) to completely reset the datalogger.
A second Final Storage area (Storage Area 2)

A Mode. The
can be allocated in the
default number of locations allocated for
Storage Area 2 is 0. Final Storage Area 1 is the
source from which memory is taken when Final
Storage Area 2 is increased. When Final
Storage Area 2 is reduced, Final Storage Area 1
memory is increased.
A is entered, the first number

When
displayed is the number of memory locations
allocated to Input Storage. The "A" key is used
to advance through the next 6 windows. Table
A
1.5-2 describes what the values in the
Mode represent.
Memory allocation defaults at reset to the

values in Table 1.5-1.
The sizes of Input, Intermediate, Final Storage
Area 2, and Program Memory may be altered by
keying in the desired value and entering it by
keying "A".
The maximum size of Input and Intermediate
Storage and the minimum size of Final Storage
are determined by the memory installed (Table
1.5-1). A minimum 64 Input location and
65,536 Final Storage Area 1 locations will
ALWAYS be retained. The size of Intermediate
Storage may be reduced to 0.
TABLE 1.5-2. Description of A Mode Data

Keyboard
Entry
1-8
Display ID:
Data
01: Input Locations
XXXX
Description of Data
Input Storage Locations. Default 28, minimum of 1, maximum

of 7138. This value can be changed by keying in the desired
number.
02: Intermediate Locs
Intermediate Storage Locations. Default 64, maximum of
XXXX
7137. This value can be changed by keying in the desired
number. Enter 0 then recompile, and the CR23X will assign
the exact number needed. Entering 0 may also result in the
CR23X erasing all data whenever the program is changed and
compiled.
03: Final Storage 2
Final Storage Area 2 Locations (CR23X-4M). Default 0,
XXXXX
minimum of 0, maximum of 507,905 (2,080,769). Valid inputs
are 032,769 or 49,153 and 32,768*N, where N is an integer.
Changing this number automatically reallocates Final Storage
Area 1.
04: Final Storage 1
Final Storage Area 1 Locations (CR23X-4M). Default 573,441
XXXXX
(2,146,305), minimum of 65,536, maximum of 573,441 (2,146,305).
This number is automatically altered when the memory allocation for
Final Storage Area 2 is changed.
05: Alloc. Program Bytes Bytes allocated for user program. Default 2048, minimum
+XXXXX
116, maximum 28,552. The number of bytes to assign to
program memory can be keyed in to change the size of
program memory. Changing the size of program memory
results in all data being erased. Enter 0 and the CR23X will
assign the exact number needed above 116. Entering 0 will
also result in the CR23X erasing all data whenever the program
is changed and compiled. Key in 98765 to completely reset
datalogger.
A
A
A
A
06: Prog. Bytes Unused

+XXXXX
07: Prog. Bytes Available
+XXXXX
08: Label Bytes Used
+XXXXX
09: Label Bytes Free
+XXXXX
Bytes free in program memory. The user cannot change

this window. It is a function of window 5 and the program.
The user cannot change this window. It is a function of Window
5 and total available memory.
The user cannot change this window. It is a function of the
program.
The user cannot change this window. It is a function of Window
8 and the program.
Input Storage, Intermediate Storage, and Final

Storage are erased when memory is
repartitioned. This feature may be used to clear
memory without altering programming. The
number of locations does not actually need to
be changed; the same value can be keyed in
and entered.
If Intermediate Storage size is too small to
accommodate the programs or instructions
entered, the "E:04" ERROR CODE will be
0
6
B
,
, and
displayed in the
Modes. The user may remove this error code
by entering a larger value for Intermediate
Storage size. Intermediate Storage and
Program Memory can be automatically
allocated by entering 0 for their size. When
automatic allocation is used, all data are erased
any time the program is exchanged and
recompiled. Final Storage size is maximized by
limiting Intermediate Storage and Program
Memory to the minimum necessary. The size of
Final Storage and the rate at which data are
stored determines how long it will take for Final
Storage to fill, at which point new data will write
over old.
After repartitioning memory, the program must
be recompiled. Compiling erases Intermediate
0
erases Input
Storage. Compiling with
6
leaves Input
Storage; compiling with
Storage unaltered.
ENTERING 98765 for the number of bytes to
allocate for program memory COMPLETELY
RESETS THE CR23X. All memory is erased
including any stored programs and memory is
checked. Memory allocation returns to the
default. The reset operation requires
approximately 5 minutes for a CR23X. Memory
reset can be aborted by pressing any key on the
keypad, or raising the ring line high.
1.6 MEMORY TESTING AND SYSTEM

B
STATUS B Mode is used to check the status of
The
the programs operating system, memory, and
lithium battery. Table 1.6-1 describes what the
B Mode represent.
values seen in the
A signature is a number which is a function of

the data and the sequence of data in memory.
It is derived using an algorithm which assures a
99.998% probability that if either the data or its
sequence changes, the signature changes.
The algorithm used to calculate the signature is
described in Appendix C.
The signature of the program memory is used
to determine if the program tables have been
altered. The program signature is calculated
only at compile time. In the background FLASH
memory of the program is periodically checked
against RAM memory of the program. If a byte
is different, an E08 watchdog error is flagged.
During the self check on reset, the signature
computed for the OS is compared with a stored
signature to determine if a failure has occurred.
The operating system (OS) signature is
calculated in the background of 8 bytes per
second and is updated at least once every three
days. It is also done when memory is reset or a
new operating system is downloaded.
The contents of windows 6 and 7, Operating
System (OS) version and version revision, are
helpful in determining what OS is in the
datalogger. As different versions are released,
there may be operational differences. When
calling Campbell Scientific for datalogger
assistance, please have these numbers
available.
Window 13 is a real time display (updated every
0.1 seconds) of the Program Time, the time it
takes Table 1 to execute. The resolution is
0.407 s, and the range is 6.826 seconds. To
read this time as part of a datalogger program,
see the description for Instruction P130.
1-9
Keyboard
Entry
B Mode Data
TABLE 1.6-1. Description of
Display ID:
Data
Description of Data
01:
Program memory Signature. The value is dependent upon the
+XXXXX
programming entered and memory allotment. If the program has
not been previously compiled, it will be compiled and run.
02:
+XXXXX
Operating System (OS) Signature
03:
XXXXX
Memory Size, Kbytes (Flash + SRAM). "--" indicates that a full

memory reset was aborted.
04:
XX
Number of E08 occurrences (Key in 88 to reset)
05:
XX
Number of table overrun occurrences (Key in 88 to reset)
06:
+X.XXXX
Operating System version number
07:
XXXX.
Version revision number
08:
+X.XXXX
Lithium battery voltage (measured daily)
09:
XX
Low 12 V battery detect counter (Key in 88 to reset)
10:
XX
Extended memory error counter (Key in 88 to reset)
11:
+X.XXXX
Extended Memory time of erase, seconds. If >5 at room

temperature, flash memory may be wearing out. Contact CSI
for replacement information.
12:
XX
Low 5 V counter (Key 88 to reset)
13:
+X.XXXX
Program Time (0.407 sec resolution, range is 6.826 seconds,

above 6.826, time = 6.826 + displayed value)
14:
+X.XXXX
Panel Temperature (updated at least every 1 to 2.8 minutes)
15:
XX
Coprocessor Revision
16:
XX
Coprocessor Status
17:
XX
CPLD Revision
1-10
TABLE 1.7-1. C Mode Entries

SECURITY DISABLED
Keyboard
Entry
Display ID:
Data
01:
XXXX
02:
XXXX
03:
XXXX
Description
1
2
3
Non-zero password blocks entry to
,
,
,
A , and
D
Modes, telecommunication S command.
5
4
6
Non-zero password blocks
,
, and
except
for display.
5
6
7
8
Non-zero password blocks
,
,
,
,
9
B , and all telecommunications commands except
,
A, L, N, and E.
SECURITY ENABLED
Keyboard
Entry
12:
0000
01:
XX
1.7
Display ID:
Data
Description
Enter password. If correct, security is temporarily unlocked
through that level.
Level to which security has been disabled.
0 -- Password 1 entered (everything unlocked)
1 -- Password 2 entered
2 -- Password 3 entered
(everything unlocked) must be entered before
any passwords can be altered.
MODE -- SECURITY
C
The
Mode is used to block access to
the user's program information and certain
CR23X functions. There are 3 levels of
security, each with its own 4 digit password.
Setting a password to a non-zero value "locks"
the functions secured at that level. The
password must subsequently be entered to
temporarily unlock security through that level.
Passwords are part of the program. If security
is enabled in the active program, it is enabled
as soon as the program is run when the CR23X
is powered up.
C
will advance
When security is disabled,
directly to the window containing the first
password. A non-zero password must be
entered in order to advance to the next window.
Leaving a password 0, or entering 0 for the
password disables that and subsequent levels
of security.
Security may be temporarily disabled by

C
Mode or
entering a password in the
using the telecommunications L command
(Section 5.1). The password entered
determines what operations are unlocked (e.g.,
entering password 2 unlocks the functions
secured by passwords 2 and 3). Password 1
When security is temporarily disabled in the

0
C
Mode, entering
will
automatically re-enable security to the level
determined by the passwords entered.
The telecommunications L command
temporarily changes the security level. After
hanging up, security is reset.
1.8
MODE -- SAVE OR LOAD

PROGRAM
D
D
The
Mode is used to save or load
CR23X programs, to set the degree to which
memory is cleared on powerup, to set the
datalogger ID, to set communication to full or
half duplex, and to set the displays contrast
level.
4
1
2
3
,
,
,
,
Programs (
A ,
C , and
D
Mode data) may
be stored to and from computers, internal flash
memory, and Storage Modules. Several
programs can be stored in the CR23X Flash
Memory and later recalled and run using the
D
Mode or Instruction 111.
1-11
D
PC208W automatically makes use of the
Mode to upload and download programs from a
computer. Appendix C gives some additional
information on Commands 1 and 2 that are used
for these operations.
When "D" is keyed in, the CR23X will display

"13: Enter Command". A command (Table 1.81) is entered by keying the command number
and "A".
TABLE 1.8-1.
Command
1
2
2--
6
7
7N
8
9
10
11
12
13
Mode Commands
Description
Send (Print) ASCII Program
0
Load ASCII Program,
Compile
6
Load ASCII Program,
Compile
1
0
D
(canceled by
mode)
Store Program in Flash
Load Program from Flash
Save/Load/Clear Program from
Storage Module N
Set Datalogger ID
Set Full/Half Duplex
Set Powerup Options
Set Display Contrast Level
Set Initial Baud/Set RS232 Power
Set Compile Option
1.8.1 INTERNAL FLASH PROGRAM STORAGE

Several programs can be stored in the CR23X
Flash Memory and later recalled and run using
D
Mode. The Flash Electrically
the
Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory is
non-volatile memory that can only be erased in
16K blocks. The CR23X has 512K of Flash
EEPROM memory, one 16K block is reserved
for storing extra programs.
When a program is loaded and compiled, it is
saved as the active program. The active
program will be automatically loaded and run
when the CR23X is powered up. Automatic
loading of the program can be aborted by
pressing any key while Hello is showing on the
CR23X display; the display will show Program
Aborted. (If a Storage Module with a program
8 is connected when the CR23X powers-up, the
Storage Module program 8 will be loaded into
the CR23X and become the active program.)
The active program can be stored in internal
D
flash memory program storage with
command 6 (Table 1.8-3). Programs can be
D
command 7 (Table 1.8-4).
retrieved with
TABLE 1.8-3. Storing Program in
Internal Flash
Key entry
Display
13: Enter Command
00
06: Program ID
00
If the CR23X program has not been compiled

when the command to save a program is entered,
it will be compiled before the program is saved.
When a program is loaded, it is immediately
compiled and run. When a command is complete,
D
must be entered
"13:0000" is displayed;
again before another command can be given.
If a program download is aborted, the CR23X will
reload the program in its flash into RAM, compile it,
and run it.
You may now enter one of the following options:

xx
A
B
TABLE 1.8-2. Program Load Error Codes

E 94
E 95
E 96
E 97
E 98
E 99
1-12
Program Storage Area full

Program does not exist in flash
Storage Module not connected or
wrong address
Data not encountered within 30 sec.
Uncorrectable errors detected
Wrong type of file or Editor Error
Save active program

as number xx, xx may
be 1-98.
Scroll forward and
backward through
saved program
numbers. The
numbers are displayed
in the order saved.
Clear all saved
programs.
Display number of
bytes free in saved
program area.
TABLE 1.8-4. Retrieving a Program from

Internal Flash
Key entry
D
Display
13: Enter Command
00
07: Program ID
00

xx
A
B
Retrieve program number xx

(the most recent xx saved). To
have the program compile like
6
(no resetting of input
locations, flags, or ports) press
C (xx--) before A.
Erase active program (i.e., load a
blank program; memory allocation
and Final Storage are reset).
Scroll forward and
backward through saved
program numbers.
Scrolling through the program names begins

with the oldest program. "A" advances to the
next newer program, "B" backs up to the next
older program. While scrolling, at any time
typing in a number (xxA) will cause a save or a
retrieve operation.
Each program saved takes up the memory
required for the program + 6 bytes.
Flash memory can only be written to once
before being erased. Because it can only be
erased in 16K blocks, if one stored program is
to be erased, all must be erased. To allow
revising a program and storing it with the same
number (name) as an earlier version, the same
number can be used by more than one saved
program. When retrieving a program, the
programs are searched beginning with the last
program saved; the most recently saved version
will be retrieved. An older program with a
duplicate name cannot be retrieved. When the
flash program memory is full, all programs must
be erased before any more can be added (error
94 will be displayed).
1.8.2 PROGRAM TRANSFER WITH STORAGE
MODULE
Storage Modules can store up to eight separate
programs. The Storage Module and
Keyboard/Display or Modem/Terminal must both
be connected to the CR23X. After keying
, the command 7N, is entered (N is the

Storage Module address 1-8, Section 4.4.1).
Address 1 will work with any Storage Module
address; the CR23X will search for the lowest
address Storage Module that is connected. The
command to save, load, or clear a program and
the program number (Table 1.8-5) is entered.
After the operation is finished "13:0000" is
displayed. Error 96 indicates that the Storage
Module is not connected or the wrong address
was given.
D
TABLE 1.8-5 Transferring a Program using a

Storage Module
Key entry
D
Display
13: Enter Command
00
7N: Save, Load, Clr
00
(N is Storage Module address 1-8)

1
Save Program x to Storage

Module (x = 1-8)
Load Program x from Storage
Module (x = 1-8)
Erase Program x in Storage
Module (x = 1-8)
The datalogger can be programmed on powerup using a Storage Module. If a program is

stored as program number 8, and the Storage
Module is connected to the datalogger I/O at
power-up, program number 8 is automatically
loaded into the active program area of the
datalogger and run.
1.8.3 SET DATALOGGER ID
Command 8 is used to set the datalogger ID.
The ID can be moved to an input location with
Instruction 117 and can then be sampled as
part of the data.
TABLE 1.8-6 Setting Datalogger ID
Key Entry
D
Display
13: Enter Command
00
08: Datalogger ID
0XXX
Where XXX are 0s or the current ID. You may

now key in the ID (1-12, 14-254).
1-13
1.8.4 FULL/HALF DUPLEX

D
Mode can also be used to set
The
communications to full or half duplex. The default
is full duplex, which works best in most situations.
TABLE 1.8-7. Setting Duplex

Key entry
Display
13: Enter Command
00
09: Comm Duplex
0x
If x=0 the CR23X is set for full duplex.

If x=1 the CR23X is set for half duplex.
1.8.6 SETTING DISPLAY CONTRAST

The CR23X automatically adjusts the LCD
display contrast for temperature within two
seconds after power-up. If necessary, the user
D
can fine tune the default contrast in the
mode. The user entered adjustment is valid
only for the specific temperature range wherein
the adjustment was made. If the CR23X
temperature moves out of that range, the
default setting for the next range controls the
contrast. See Telecommunications R
command information on changing default
settings in each temperature range.
TABLE 1.8-9.
You may now change the option:

0
Set full duplex

Set half duplex
Key
Entry
D
1.8.5 SETTING POWERUP OPTIONS

Setting options for the Program on Powerup
allows the user to specify what information to
retain from when the datalogger was last on.
This allows Flag/Port status, the User Timer,
and the Input/Intermediate Storage to be
cleared or not cleared.
Display
Table 1.8-8. Setting Powerup Options

0
Key entry
D
Display
13: Enter Command
00
10: Power Up Option
0X
Where X is the powerup option currently

selected. You may now change the option:
0
Clears input locations, ports, flags,

user timer, and intermediate storage
locations.
Clears intermediate storage only

(leaves Input Storage, Flags/Ports, and
User Timer as is).
Doesnt clear anything.
1-14
Comments
13: Enter Command

00
11: Program Stopped
11: Dsply Contrast
xxxx
xxxx is the
current setting.
Key in new
setting followed
by an A or . . .
11: D Dark C Light

xxxx
Press A to
darken, B to
lighten
LOG
Save setting,
restart program
1.8.7 SET INITIAL BAUD / SET RS232 POWER

Table 1.8-11 shows the option codes available
for setting the initial baud rate. Setting the initial
baud rate forces the CR23X to try the selected
baud rate first when connecting with a device.
By indexing the option, the Computer RS232
port can be powered up. Power up of the
RS232 port puts 9 volts on pins 1 (DTR) and 8
(RTS), and 8 volts on pin 2 (TX).
TABLE 1.8-10. Set Initial Baud Rate / Set

RS232 Power
TABLE 1.8-12. Set Program Compile Option

Key
Entry
Key
Entry
Display
13:Enter Command
00
12: Connect Baud Rate
00
12: Connect Baud Rate
0X--
Display
Comments
13:Enter Command
00
13: Compile Option
00
13: Compile Option
01
Sets Compile
like 6
Comments
Enter Baud
Rate Code X
(Table 1.8-11).
Index (--)
is optional.
TABLE 1.8-11. Baud Rate Codes
TABLE 1.8-13. Compile Option Codes

0
1
2
Compile like 0 (See Section 1.4)

Compile like 6 (See Section 1.3)
Do not clear intermediate storage
X = 0 300 Baud
X = 1 1200 Baud
X = 4 2400 Baud
X = 5 4800 Baud
X = 2 9600 Baud
X = 6 19.2 K Baud
X = 7 38.4 K Baud
X = 3 76.8 K Baud
X-- = RS232 Power On
1.8.8 SET PROGRAM COMPILE OPTION
for setting the program compile option. This
setting will affect the program compile when the
program is downloaded from the PC or a
SM192/716 Storage Module. It also affects
B and the arcane
D
compiling with
7
command. Keyboard or Remote Keyboard
6
0
and
is not
compiling with
affected by this setting. If a .DLD file has this
setting, it will affect the compile operation
AFTER the .DLD file is downloaded.
1-15
1-16
SECTION 2. INTERNAL DATA STORAGE

2.1 FINAL STORAGE AREAS, OUTPUT
ARRAYS, AND MEMORY POINTERS
Final Storage is the memory where final
processed data are stored. Final Storage data
are transferred to your computer or external
storage peripheral.
The size of Final Storage is expressed in terms of
memory locations or bytes. A low resolution data
point (4 decimal characters) occupies one
memory location (2 bytes), whereas a high
resolution data point (5 decimal characters)
requires two memory locations (4 bytes). Table
1.5-1 shows the default allocation of memory
locations to Program, Input, Intermediate, and the
A Mode is
two Final Storage areas. The
used to reallocate memory or erase Final Storage
(Section 1.5).
The default size of Final Storage with standard
memory is 586,568 low resolution memory
locations.
Final Storage can be divided into two parts:
Final Storage Area 1 and Final Storage Area 2.
Final Storage Area 1 is the default storage area

and the only one used if the operator does not
specifically allocate memory to Area 2.
Two Final Storage Areas may be used to:
1. Output different data to different devices.
2. Separate archive data from real time display
data. In other words, you can record a short
time history of real time data and separately
record long term, archive data.
3. Record both high speed data (fast recording
interval) and slow data without having the
high speed data write over the slow data.
Each Final Storage Area can be represented as
ring memory (Figure 2.1-1) on which the newest
data are written over the oldest data.
The Data Storage Pointer (DSP) is used to
determine where to store each new data point in
the Final Storage area. The DSP advances to
the next available memory location after each
new data point is stored.
FIGURE 2.1-1. Ring Memory Representation of Final Data Storage
2-1
Output Processing Instructions store data into

Final Storage only when the Output Flag is set.
The string of data stored each time the Output
Flag is set is called an OUTPUT ARRAY. The
first data point in the output array is a 3 digit
OUTPUT ARRAY ID. This ID number is set in
one of two ways:
1. In the default condition, the ID consists of
the program table number and the
Instruction Location Number of the
instruction which set the Output Flag for
that particular array of data. For example,
the ID of 118 in Figure 2.1-2 indicates that
the 18th instruction in Table 1 set the
Output Flag.
2. The output array ID can be set by the user
with the second parameter of Instruction 80
(Section 11). The ID can be set to any
positive integer up to 511. This option
allows the user to make the output array ID
independent of the programming. The
program can be changed (instructions
added or deleted) without changing the
output array ID. This avoids confusion
during data reduction, especially on long
term projects where program changes or
updates are likely.
FIGURE 2.1-2. Output Array ID

NOTE: If Instruction 80 is used to
designate the active Final Storage Area and
parameter 2 is 0, the output array ID is
determined by the position of Instruction 80
or by the position of the instruction setting
the Output Flag, whichever occurs last.
A start-of-array marker ($ in Figure 2.1-1) is
written into Final Storage with the Output Array
ID. This marker is used as a reference point
from which to number the data points of the
output array. The start of array marker occupies
the same Final Storage location as the Array ID
and is transparent for all user operations.
2-2
Data are stored in Final Storage before being

transmitted to an external device. There are 4
pointers for each Final Storage Area which are
used to keep track of data transmission. These
pointers are:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Display Pointer (DPTR)

Printer Pointer (PPTR)
Telecommunications (Modem) Pointer (MPTR)
Storage Module Pointer (SPTR)
The DPTR is used to recall data to the keyboard/

display. The positioning of this pointer and data
7
recall are controlled from the keyboard (
Mode).
The PPTR is used to control data transmission
to a printer or other serial device. Whenever
on-line printer transfer is activated (Instruction
96), data between the PPTR and DSP are
transmitted. The PPTR may also be positioned
via the keyboard for manually initiated data
8
Mode).
transmission (
The MPTR is used in transmitting data over a
telecommunications interface. When
telecommunications is first entered, the MPTR is
set to the same location as the DSP. Positioning
of the MPTR is then controlled by commands from
the external calling device (Section 5.1).
The SPTR is used to control data transmission to a
Storage Module. When on-line transfer is activated
by Instruction 96, data is transmitted each time an
output array is stored in Final Storage IF THE
STORAGE MODULE IS CONNECTED TO THE
CR23X. If the Storage Module is not connected, the
CR23X does not transmit the data nor does it
advance the SPTR to the new DSP location. It
saves the data until the Storage Module is
connected. Then, during the next execution of
Instruction 96, the CR23X outputs all of the data
between the SPTR and the DSP and updates the
SPTR to the DSP location (Section 4.1)
The SPTR may also be positioned via the
keyboard for manually initiated data transfer to
8
Mode, Section 4.2).
the Storage Module (
NOTE: All memory pointers are set to the
DSP location when the datalogger compiles
a program. ALWAYS RETRIEVE
UNCOLLECTED DATA BEFORE MAKING
PROGRAM CHANGES.
A precise calculation of the resolution of a

number may be determined by representing the
number as a mantissa between .5 and 1
multiplied by 2 raised to some integer power. The
resolution is the product of that power of 2 and
2-24. For example, representing 478 as .9336
29, the resolution is 29 2-24 = 2-15 = 0.0000305.
A description of Campbell Scientific's floating
point format may be found in the description of
the J and K Telecommunications Commands in
Appendix C.
2.2 DATA OUTPUT FORMAT AND

RANGE LIMITS
Data are stored internally in Campbell Scientific's
Binary Final Storage Format (Appendix C.2).
Data may be sent to Final Storage in either LOW
RESOLUTION or HIGH RESOLUTION format.
2.2.1 RESOLUTION AND RANGE LIMITS
Low resolution data is a 2 byte format with 4
significant digits and a maximum magnitude of
+6999. High resolution data is a 4 byte format
with 5 significant digits and a maximum possible
output value of +99999 (see Table 2.2-1 below).
2.3 DISPLAYING STORED DATA 7

MODE
TABLE 2.2-1. Resolution Range Limits of

CR23X Data
Resolution
Zero
Minimum Maximum
Magnitude Magnitude
Low
High
0.000
0.0000
+0.001
+ .00001
+6999.
+99999.
The resolution of the low resolution format is

reduced to 3 significant digits when the first (left
most) digit is 7 or greater. Thus, it may be
necessary to use high resolution output or an offset
to maintain the desired resolution of a measurement.
For example, if water level is to be measured and
output to the nearest 0.01 ft., the level must be less
than 70 ft. for low resolution output to display the
0.01 ft. increment. If the water level was expected
to range from 50 to 80 ft. the data could either be
output in high resolution or could be offset by 20 ft.
(transforming the range to 30 to 50 ft.).
2.2.2 INPUT AND INTERMEDIATE STORAGE
DATA FORMAT
While output data have the limits described
above, the computations performed in the
CR23X are done in floating point arithmetic. In
Input and Intermediate Storage, the numbers
are stored and processed in a binary format
with a 23 bit binary mantissa and a 6 bit binary
exponent. The largest and smallest numbers
that can be stored and processed are 9 x 1018
and 1 x 10-19, respectively. The size of the
number determines the resolution of the
arithmetic. A rough approximation of the
resolution is that it is better than 1 in the
seventh digit. For example, the resolution of
97,386,924 is better than 10. The resolution of
0.0086731924 is better than 0.000000001.
(Computer/terminal users refer to Section 5 for

instructions on entering the Remote Keyboard
State.)
Final Storage may be displayed by using the
7
7
Mode. Key
.
If you have allocated memory to Final Storage
Area 2, the display will show:
Mode 07: Storage Area
00
Select which Storage Area you wish to view:
00 or 01 = Final Storage Area 1
02 = Final Storage Area 2
If no memory has been allocated to Final
Storage Area 2, this first window will be
skipped.
The next window displays the current DSP
location. Pressing A advances you to the
Output array ID of the oldest Array in the
Storage Area. To locate a specific Output
Array, enter a location number that positions the
Display Pointer (DPTR) behind the desired data
and press the "A" key. If the location number
entered is in the middle of an Output Array, the
DPTR is automatically advanced to the first data
point of the next Output Array. Repeated use of
the "A" key advances through the Output Array.
Data and the alphanumeric label assigned by
EDLOG are displayed. The "B" key backs the
DPTR through memory.
The memory location of the data point is
displayed by pressing the "#" key. At this point,
another memory location may be entered,
followed by the "A" key to jump to the start of
2-3
the Output Array equal to or just ahead of the

location entered. Whenever a location number
is displayed by using the "#" key, the
corresponding data point can be displayed by
pressing the "C" key.
TABLE 2.3-1.
Key
Action
The same element in the next Output Array with

the same ID can be displayed by hitting # A .
The same element in the previous array can be
displayed by hitting # B . If the element is 1
(Array ID), then # A advances to the next
array and # B backs up to the previous
A backs up to the start of the
array. # 0
current array.
The keyboard commands used in the
Mode are summarized in Table 2.3-1.
Advancing the DPTR past the Data Storage

Pointer (DSP) displays the oldest data point.
7
Mode, the oldest
Upon entering the
Output Array can be accessed by pressing the
"A" key.
2-4
B
#
C
#
7
Mode Command
Summary
Advance to next data point

Back-up to previous data point
Display location number of currently
displayed data point value
Display value of current location
Advance to same element in next
Output Array with same ID
Back-up to same element in
previous Output Array with same ID
Back-up to the start of the current
Final Data Storage Array
7
Exit
Mode
SECTION 3. INSTRUCTION SET BASICS

The instructions used to program the CR23X are divided into four types: Input/Output (I/O), Processing,
Output Processing, and Program Control. I/O Instructions are used to make measurements and store
the readings in input locations or to initiate analog or digital port output. Processing Instructions perform
mathematical operations using data from Input Storage locations and place the results back into
specified Input Storage locations. Output Processing Instructions provide a method for generating time
or event dependent data summaries from processed sensor readings residing in specified Input Storage
locations. Program Control Instructions are used to direct program execution based on time and or
conditional tests on input data and to direct output to external devices.
Instructions are identified by a number. There are a fixed number of parameters associated with each
instruction to give the CR23X the information required to execute the instruction. The set of instructions
available in the CR23X is determined by the CR23X Operating System.
3.1 PARAMETER DATA TYPES

There are 3 different data types used for
Instruction parameters: Floating Point (FP), 4
digit integers (4), and 2 digit integers (2). The
parameter data type is identified in the listings
of the instruction parameters in Sections 9-12.
Different data types are used to allow the
CR23X to make the most efficient use of its
memory.
Floating Point parameters are used to enter
numeric constants for calibrations or
mathematical operations. While it is only
possible to enter 5 digits (magnitude +.00001 to
+99999.), the internal format has a much
greater range (1x10-19 to 9x1018, Section
2.2.1). Instruction 30 can be used to enter a
number in scientific notation into an input
location.
3.2 REPETITIONS (Reps)

The repetitions parameter on many of the I/O,
Processing, and Output Processing Instructions
is used to repeat the instruction on a number of
sequential Input Channels or Input Storage
locations. For example, if you are making 4
differential voltage measurements on the same
voltage range, wire the inputs to sequential
channels and enter the Differential Voltage
Measurement Instruction once with 4 repetitions,
rather than entering 4 separate measurement
instructions. The instruction will make 4
measurements starting on the specified channel
number and continuing through the 3 succeeding
differential channels. The results will be stored
in the specified input location and the 3
succeeding input locations. Averages for all 4
measurements can be calculated by entering the
Average Instruction with 4 repetitions.
When several of the same type of

measurements will be made, but the
calibrations of the sensors are different, it
requires less time to make the measurements
using one measurement with repetitions and
then apply the calibrations with a scaling array
(Inst. 53) than it does to enter the instruction
several times in order to use a different
multiplier and offset. This is due to set up and
calibration time for each measurement
instruction. However, if time is not a constraint,
separate instructions may make the program
easier to follow.
3.3 ENTERING NEGATIVE NUMBERS

Before or after keying in a number, press C or
"-" to change the number's sign. On floating
point numbers a minus sign (-) will appear to
the left of the number. Excitation voltages in
millivolts for I/O Instructions are 4 digit integers;
when C is keyed 2 minus signs (--) will
appear to the right of the number indicating a
negative excitation. Even though this display is
the same as that indicating an indexed input
location, (Section 3.4) there is no indexing effect
on excitation voltage.
3.4 INDEXING INPUT LOCATIONS AND

CONTROL PORTS
When used within a loop, the parameters for
input locations and the commands to set,
toggle, or pulse a port can be Indexed to the
loop counter. The loop counter is added to the
indexed value to determine the actual Input
Location or Port the instruction acts on.
Normally the loop counter is incremented by 1
after each pass through the loop. Instruction
90, Step Loop Index, allows the increment step
3-1
to be changed. See Instructions 87 and 90,

Section 12, for more details.
To index an input location (4 digit integer) or set
port command (2 digit integer) parameter, C
or "-" is pressed after keying the value but
before entering the parameter. Two minus
signs (--) will be displayed to the right of the
parameter.
3.5 VOLTAGE RANGE AND

OVERRANGE DETECTION
The voltage RANGE code parameter on
Input/Output Instructions is used to specify the
full scale range of the measurement and the
integration period for the measurement (Table
3.5-1).
The full scale range selected should be the
smallest that will accommodate the full scale
output of the sensor being measured. Using
the smallest possible range will result in the
best resolution for the measurement.
Four different integration sequences are
possible. The relative immunity of the
integration sequences to random noise is:
Slow 60 Hz rej. = Slow 50 Hz rej. > Fast 60 Hz
rej. = Fast 50 Hz rej. > 250 s integ. The 60 Hz
rejection integration rejects noise from 60 Hz
AC line power. The 50 Hz rejection is for
countries whose electric utilities operate at 50
Hz (Section 13.1).
When a voltage input exceeds the range
programmed, the value which is stored is set to
the maximum negative number and displayed
as -99999 in high resolution or -6999 in low
resolution.
An input voltage greater than +8 volts on one of

the analog inputs will result in errors and
possible overranging on the other analog inputs.
Voltages greater than 16 volts may permanently
damage the CR23X.
3.6 OUTPUT PROCESSING

Most Output Processing Instructions have both
an Intermediate Data Processing operation and
a Final Data Processing operation. For
example, when the Average Instruction, 71, is
initiated, the intermediate processing operation
increments a sample count and adds each new
Input Storage value to a cumulative total
residing in Intermediate Storage. When the
Output Flag is set, the final processing
operation divides the cumulative total by the
number of samples to find the average. The
average is then stored in final storage and the
cumulative total and number of samples are set
to zero in Intermediate Storage.
Final Storage Area 1 (Sections 1.5, 2.1) is the
default destination of data output by Output
Processing Instructions. Instruction 80 may be
used to direct output to either Final Storage
Area 2 or to Input Storage.
Output Processing Instructions requiring
intermediate processing sample the specified
input location(s) each time the Output
Instruction is executed, NOT each time the
location value is updated by an I/O Instruction.
For example: Suppose a temperature
measurement is initiated by Table 1 which has
an execution interval of 1 second.
TABLE 3.5-1. Input Voltage Ranges and Codes

Range Code
Full Scale Range
Fast
250 s
Integ.
Slow
60 Hz
Reject.
Slow
50 Hz
Reject.
10
11
12
13
14
15
20
21
22
23
24
25
30
31
32
33
34
35
Resolution
Differential*
.
Autorange**
10 mV
50 mV
200 mV
1000 mV
5000 mV
0.33
1.67
6.66
33.3
166.
V
V
V
V
V
* Differential measurement, resolution for single-ended measurement is twice value shown.

**Autoranging may not adequately measure inputs with extremely noisy or rapidly changing signals.
Autoranging channels may occasionally measure on a higher range than is required.
3-2
The instructions to output the average

temperature every 10 minutes are in Table 2
which has an execution interval of 10 seconds.
The temperature will be measured 600 times in
the 10 minute period, but the average will be the
result of only 60 of those measurements
because the instruction to average is executed
only one tenth as often as the instruction to
make the measurement.
Intermediate Processing can be disabled by
setting Flag 9 which prevents Intermediate
Processing without actually skipping over the
Output Instruction.
All of the Output Processing Instructions store
processed data values when and only when the
Output Flag is set (Section 3.7.1). The Output
Flag (Flag 0) is set at desired intervals or in
response to certain conditions by using an
appropriate Program Control Instruction
(Section 12).
3.7 USE OF FLAGS: OUTPUT AND

PROGRAM CONTROL
There are 18 flags which may be used in
CR23X programs. Two of the flags are
dedicated to specific functions: Flag 0 causes
Output Processing Instructions to write to Final
Storage, and Flag 9 disables intermediate
processing. Flags 1-8 and 11-18 may be used
as desired in programming the CR23X. Flags 0
and 9 are automatically set low at the beginning
of each execution of the program table. Flags
1-8 and 11-18 remain unchanged until acted on
by a Program Control Instruction or until
6
Mode.
manually toggled from the
TABLE 3.7-1. Flag Description
Flag 0
Flag 1 to 8
Flag 11 to 18
Flag 9
Output Flag
User Flags
User Flags
Intermediate Processing
Disable Flag
Flags are set with Program Control Instructions.

The Output Flag (Flag 0) and the Intermediate
Programming Disable Flag (Flag 9) will always
be set low if the set high condition fails. The
status of flags 1 through 8 and 11 through 18
does not change when a conditional test is
false.
3.7.1 THE OUTPUT FLAG

A group of processed data values is placed in
Final Data Storage by Output Processing
Instructions when the Output Flag (Flag 0) is set
high. This group of data is called an Output
Array. The Output Flag is set using Program
Control Instructions according to time or event
dependent intervals specified by the user. The
Output Flag is set low at the beginning of each
execution of the program table.
Output is most often desired at fixed intervals;
this is accomplished with Instruction 92, If Time.
Output is usually desired on the even interval,
so Parameter 1, time into the interval, is 0. The
time interval (Parameter 2), in minutes, is how
often output will occur; i.e., the Output Interval.
The command code (Parameter 3) is 10,
causing Flag 0 to be set high. The time interval
is synchronized to 24 hour time; output will
occur on each integer multiple of the Output
Interval starting from midnight (0 minutes). If
the Output Interval is not an even divisor of
1440 minutes (24 hours), the last output interval
of the day will be less than the specified time
interval. Output will occur at midnight and will
resume synchronized to the new day.
Instruction 92 is followed in the program table
by the Output Instructions which define the
Output Array desired.
Each group of Output Processing Instructions
creating an Output Array is preceded by a
Program Control Instruction that sets the Output
Flag.
NOTE: If the Output Flag is already set high
and the test condition of a subsequent
Program Control Instruction acting on Flag
0 fails, the flag is set low. This eliminates
entering another instruction to specifically
reset the Output Flag before proceeding to
another group of Output Instructions with a
different output interval.
3.7.2 THE INTERMEDIATE PROCESSING
DISABLE FLAG
The Intermediate Processing Disable Flag (Flag
9) suspends intermediate processing when it is
set high. This flag is used to restrict sampling
for averages, totals, maxima, minima, etc., to
times when certain criteria are met. The flag is
automatically set low at the beginning of each
execution of the program table.
3-3
As an example, suppose it is desired to obtain a

wind speed rose incorporating only wind speeds
greater than or equal to 4.5 m/s. The wind
speed rose is computed using the Histogram
Instruction 75, and wind speed is stored in input
location 14, in m/s. Instruction 89 is placed just
before Instruction 75 and is used to set Flag 9
high if the wind speed is less than 4.5 m/s:
TABLE 3.7-2. Example of the Use of Flag 9
Inst.
Loc.
X
X+1
X+2
Param.
Entry
No.
P
1
2
3
89
14
4
4.5
4
P
P
1
19
75
86
29
Description
If wind speed < 4.5 m/s
Wind speed location
Comparison: <
Minimum wind
speed for histogram
Set Flag 9 high
Histogram
Do
Set Flag 9 Low
NOTE: Flag 9 is automatically reset the

same as Flag 0. If the intermediate
processing disable flag is already set high
and the test condition of a subsequent
Program Control Instruction acting on Flag
9 fails, the flag is set low. This feature
eliminates having to enter another
instruction to specifically reset Flag 9 before
proceeding to another group of test
conditions.
3.7.3 USER FLAGS
Flags 1 through 8 and 11 through 18 are not
dedicated to a specific purpose and are available
to the user for general programming needs. The
user flags can be manually toggled from the
6
Mode (Section 1.3) or
keyboard in the
through telecommunications with PC208W
datalogger support software. By inserting the flag
test (Instruction 91) at appropriate points in the
6
Mode to
program, the user can use the
manually direct program execution.
TABLE 3.8-1. Command Codes

0
1-9, 79-99
10-19
111-118
20-29
211-218
30
31
32
41-48
49
51-58
59
61-68
71-78
Go to end of program table3

Call Subroutine 1-9, 79-991
Set Flag 0-9 high
Set Flag 11-18 high
Set Flag 0-9 low
Set Flag 11-18 low
Then Do
Exit loop if true
Exit loop if false
Set Port 1-8 high2
Set Switched 12 V high2
Set Port 1-8 low2
Set Switched 12 V low2
Toggle Port 1-82
Pulse Port 1-82
95, 96, 97, and 98 are special subroutines

which can be called by Control ports 6, 7,
and 8 going high; see Instruction 85 for
details (Section 12).
The ports can be indexed to the loop

counter (Section 8.4).
If this command is executed while in a

subroutine, execution jumps directly to the
end of the table that called the subroutine.
3.8.1 IF THEN/ELSE COMPARISONS

Program Control Instructions can be used for If
then/else comparisons. When Command 30
(Then do) is used with Instructions 83 or 88-92,
the If Instruction is followed immediately by
instructions to execute if the comparison is true.
The Else Instruction (94) is optional and is
followed by the instructions to execute if the
comparison is false. The End Instruction (95)
ends the If then/else comparison and marks the
beginning of the instructions that are executed
regardless of the outcome of the comparison
(see Figure 3.8-1).
3.8 PROGRAM CONTROL LOGICAL

CONSTRUCTIONS
Most of the Program Control Instructions have a
command code parameter which is used to
specify the action to be taken if the condition
tested in the instruction is true. Table 3.8-1 lists
these codes.
3-4
FIGURE 3.8-1. If Then/Else

Execution Sequence
then used to compare the value in the location

with fixed values. When the value in the input
location is less than the fixed value specified in
Instruction 83, the command in that Instruction
83 is executed, and execution branches to the
END Instruction 95 which closes the case test
(see Instruction 93, Section 12).
3.8.2 NESTING
FIGURE 3.8-2. Logical AND Construction

If Then/Else comparisons may be nested to
form logical AND or OR branching. Figure 3.82 illustrates an AND construction. If conditions A
and B are true, the instructions included
between IF B and the first End Instruction will
be executed.
If either of the conditions is false, execution will
jump to the corresponding End Instruction,
skipping the instructions between.
A logical OR construction is also possible.
Figure 3.8-3 illustrates the instruction sequence
that will result in subroutine X being executed if
either A or B is true.
IF A (88-92 with command 30)
Call subroutine X (86, command=X)
ELSE (94)
IF B (88-92 with command 30)
Call subroutine X (86, command=X)
END B (95)
END A (95)
FIGURE 3.8-3. Logical OR Construction
NOTE: A logical OR can also be
constructed by setting a user flag if a
comparison is true. (The flag is cleared
before making comparisons.) After all
comparisons have been made, execute the
desired instructions if the flag is set.
A branching or loop instruction which occurs

before a previous branch or loop has been
closed is nested. The maximum nesting level is
11 deep. Loop Instruction 87 and Begin Case
Instruction 93 both count as 1 level.
Instructions 83, 86, 88, 89, 91, and 92 each
count as one level when used with the
Command "30" which is the "Then Do"
command. Use of Else, Instruction 94, also
counts as one nesting level each time it is used.
For example, the AND construction above is
nested 2 deep while the OR construction is
nested 3 deep.
Subroutine calls do not count as nesting with
the above instructions, though they have their
own nesting limit (maximum of 7, see
Instruction 85, Section 12). Branching and loop
nesting start at zero in each subroutine.
Any number of groups of nested instructions
may be used in any of the three Programming
Tables. The number of groups is only restricted
by the program memory available.
3.9 INSTRUCTION MEMORY AND

EXECUTION TIME
Each instruction requires program memory and
uses varying numbers of Input, Intermediate,
and Final Storage locations. Tables 3.9-1 to
3.9-4 list the memory used by each instruction
and the approximate time required to execute it.
When attempting to make a series of
measurements and calculations at a fast rate, it
is important to examine the time required for the
automatic calibration sequence and possibly
make use of the program controlled calibration,
Instruction 24. Section 13.9 describes the
calibration process.
The Begin Case Instruction 93 and If Case

Instruction 83 allow a series of tests on the
value in an input location. The case test is
started with Instruction 93 which specifies the
location to test. A series of Instruction 83s are
3-5
3-6
9 FULL BR-MEX
V1 = 15
V1 = 25
10 BATT VOLT
11 TEMP (107)
12 RH (207)
13 TEMP-TC SE
14 TEMP-TE DIF
15 SERIAL I/O
16 TEMP-RTD
17 TEMP-PANEL
18 TIME
19 SIGNATURE
20 PORT SET
21 PULSE PORT
22 DELAY-EXCITE
23 BURST
24 CALIBRATION
25 READ PORT
26 TIMER
27 PERIOD AVG
28 VIBR. WIRE
29 INW PS9105
100 TDR
101 SDM-INT8
102 SDM-SW8A
103 SDM-AO4
104 SDM-CD16
105 SDI-12 REC.
106 SDI-12 SEN.
107 SDM CSAT3
108 SDM-UDG01
109 SDMX50
110 SDM GRP TRIG
113 SDM-SIO4
114 SET TIME
115 SDM BAUD
116 GENERIC SDM
117 DATALOG ID
118 SDM-OBDII
130 STATUS MON
131 SLOPE IND VW
132 SETTLING TIME
133 CAO
134 AM25T MX
220 DISPLAY OUT
1
1 OR 5
1
0
0
0
X
19
1
1 OR 0
R
R
2
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
AC HALF BR
FULL-BR
3W HALF BR
EX - DEL - DIFF
(with delay)
5
6
7
8
R
R
R
R
VOLT (SE)
VOLT (DIFF)
PULSE
EX - DEL - SE
(with delay)
InLoc
1
2
3
4
Inst. Desc.
1-4 or NA
4.4
135
1.7+1.0R
0.9+2.1R
2.7+2.7R
15 0.8+1.3R
4
2.8
7
2
4
40.2
6
6.6
10 0.8+10H
9 0.5+del(ms)
35
4
6
0.3
4
19
21
88
157
(-8.0) + 49.0 * R
NOT
NOT
3.0+3.6R
2.2+4.7R
NOT
3.2+3.6R
READY
READY
2.0+3.6R
2.2+4.7R
READY
0.6+1.6R
YET
YET
2.0+3.7R
1.8+4.7R
YET
0.6+1.6R
(-10.0) + 195.0 * R
5.6 + 98.6 * R
5.4 + 115.4 * R
4.4+117.8*R
4.5+161.7*R
20
4.5 + 118.5 * R
4.5+R*(118.5+5*
Delay)
3.5+3.0R 2.4+3.2R 2.4+3.2R 3.5 + 205.1 * R
2.6+5.1R 2.6+5.1R 2.6+5.1R 13.6 + 327.5 * R
4.3+5.8R 3.2+7.0R 3.2+7.0R 148.9 + 314.6 * R
1.7+1.7R 0.7+1.7R 0.7+1.7R 3.6 + 118.7 * R
3.6+2*R*(118.7+5*
Delay)
2.0+10.7R 1.3+11.1R 2.5+11.2R 3.9 + 679.3 * R
3.0+10.9R 3.0+10.9R 3.0+10.9R
0.4+46.1R 0.4+46.1R 0.4+46.1R
1.6+1.6R
0.5+1.6R
0.5+2.6R
15
0.3 + 12.4 * R
0.3+R*(12.4+5*
Delay)
12.2 + 24.2 * R
12.0 + 32.8 * R
16.6 + 34.1 * R
0.4 + 12.2 * R
0.4+2*R*(12.2+5*
Delay)
15.1 + 45.8 * R
0.5+1.6R
0.5+2.6R
Fast
13-14
1.5+1.6R
0.5+2.6R
11-12
(-1.8)+11.8*R
0.4+14.4*R
10
4
2.5
15 3.2+3.6R
17 3.0+4.3R
(-1.3) + 17.2 * R
18
(-0.5) + 18.1 * R
18
19
18
18
18
20
15
15
15 0.8+0.8R
20
Bytes
60Hz
23-24
30
0.4+9.9R (-8.3+140.0*R
0.0+19.7R 3.2+191.9*R
25
19.2+20.2R 1.7+20.2R
1.6+37.9R 1.6+37.9R
17.8+56.9R
5.0 + 226.0 * R
2.0+12.0R 5.6 + 115.2 R

1.3+21.7R 5.6 + 134.9 R
0.5+10.0R 3.0 + 140.1 * R

3.0+R*(140.1+5*
Delay)
19.2+36.1R 2.2+36.1R 1.9+20.1R 4.6 + 241.4 * R
0.6+71.3R 1.6+71.6R 1.6+39.1R 2.8 + 389.5 * R
19.1+72.8R 2.7+72.4R 1.5+41.5R 176.0 + 360.9 * R
17.7+18.3R 0.2+18.3R 0.5+10.0R 3.6 + 140.5* R
3.6+2*R*(140.5+5*
Delay)
0.0+144.0R 0.0+144.0R 0.0+79.2R 4.4 + 805.8 * R
1.3+77.8R 1.3+77.8R 0.0+45.9R
1.3+111.7R 1.3+111.7R 0.0+79.2R
17.7+18.3R 0.2+18.3R
17.5+18.2R 0.1+18.2R
0.0+35.9R 0.0+35.9R
21-22
50Hz
33-34
40
0.4+11.6R 7.5+52.5*R
0.0+23.0R 4.4+97.2*R
35
22.6+23.6R 1.7+23.6R
1.7+44.6R 1.7+44.6R
21.1+63.6R
(-30.0) + 133.0 * R
2.0+13.7R 4.0 + 41.5 * R

1.6+25.0R 3.1 + 67.4 * R
0.5+11.7R 4.7 + 53.2 * R

4.7+R*(53.2+5*
Delay)
23.0+42.8R 2.0+42.8R 1.6+23.6R 6.1 + 106.8 * R
1.7+84.8R 1.7+84.8R 1.5+45.8R 4.9 + 200.4 * R
22.5+86.2R 1.9+86.2R 2.1+47.9R 47.0 + 181.4 * R
21.2+21.6R 0.3+21.6R 1.3+12.2R 2.9 + 53.9 * R
2.9+2*R*(53.9+5*
Delay)
0.0+170.5R 0.0+171.4R 0.0+93.1R 78.5 + 332.5 * R
0.8+91.3R 0.0+91.7R 0.0+52.3R
0.9+125.6R 0.9+125.6R 0.2+86.5R
21.2+21.6R 0.2+21.6R
21.0+21.6R 0.0+21.6R
0.0+42.5R 0.0+42.5R
31-32
TABLE 3.9-1. CR23X Input/Output Instruction Execution Time (ms)
3.1+11.9R
1.6+21.7R
17.8+56.9R
0.4+78.9R
0.0+45.8R
0.8+79.4R
3.1+19.9R
1.9+39.1R
1.5+41.5R
1.6+10.0R
1.5+10.0R
1.4+9.9R
0.0+19.7R
Fast
41-42
50
(-10.0) + 150.0 * R
2.0+12.0R 2.7 + 46.9 * R

1.6+21.8R 4.3 + 76.9 * R
1.5+10.0R 5.4 + 61.6 * R

5.4+R*(61.6+5*
Delay)
1.9+20.1R 4.8 + 123.6 * R
1.6+39.1R 4.8 + 233.8 * R
1.5+41.5R 56.6 + 210.7 * R
0.5+10.0R 5.4 + 62.0 * R
5.4+2*R*(62.0+5*
Delay)
0.0+79.2R 57.5 + 411.5 * R
0.0+45.9R
0.0+79.2R
0.4+9.9R 4.7+61.0*R
0.0+19.7R 3.2+114.6*R
60Hz
43-45
3.1+13.6R
2.0+25.0R
21.1+63.6R
0.0+92.3R
0.0+52.2R
0.4+86.3R
2.8+23.4R
20.+45.6R
3.2+46.7R
1.6+11.7R
1.5+11.7R
1.5+11.7R
1.4+11.6R
0.0+23.0R
Fast
51-52
2.0+13.6R
2.0+25.0R
0.0+93.1R
0.0+52.2R
0.2+86.5R
1.6+23.6R
1.5+45.8R
2.1+47.9R
0.5+11.6R
0.5+11.7R
0.5+11.7R
0.4+11.6R
0.0+23.0R
50Hz
53-55
TABLE 3.9-2. Processing Instruction Memory and Execution Times R = No. of Reps.
INSTRUCTION
INPUT
LOC.
MEMORY
INTER. LOC.
30 Z=F
31 Z=X
1
0
32 Z=Z+1
1
0
33 Z=X+Y
1
0
34 Z=X+F
1
0
35 Z=X-Y
1
0
36 Z=XY
1
0
37 Z=XF
1
0
38 Z=X/Y
1
0
39 Z=SQRT(X)
1
0
40 Z=LN(X)
1
0
41 Z=EXP(X)
1
0
42 Z=1/X
1
0
43 Z=ABS(X)
1
0
44 Z=FRAC(X)
1
0
45 Z=INT(X)
1
0
46 Z=X MOD F
1
0
Y
1
0
47 Z=X
48 Z=SIN(X)
1
0
49 SPA. MAX
1 or 2
0
50 SPA. MIN
1 or 2
0
51 SPA. AVG
1
0
52 RUNNING AVG
1
(R par 4) + R + 1
53 AX+B
4
0
54 BLOCK MOVE
R
0
55 POLYNOMIAL
R
0
56 SAT. VP
1
0
57 WDT-VP
1
0
58 LP FILTER
R
R+1
59 X/(1-X)
1
0
60 FFT
see instruction see instruction
61 INDIR. MOVE
1
0
62 COV/COR
see instruction see instruction
63 PARA.EXTN.
0
0
64 PAROSCIENTIFIC
3
0
65 BULK LOAD
8
0
66 ARC TAN
1
0
67 DYNAGAGE
2 or 6
0
68 4 DIG PARA. EXTN. 0
0
PROG.
BYTES
9
6
4
8
10
8
8
10
8
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
10
8
6
8
8
8
11
36
10
31
6
10
13
9
13
6
18
10
6
36
8
43
18
EXECUTION TIME (ms)

+ = 0.5 + 0.1 exponent
- = 0.5 + 0.3 * exponent
0.4
0.4
0.7
0.6
0.7
0.7
0.7
1.5
4.5
4.3
3.4
1.5
0.6
0.6
0.7
1.8
7.7
4.1
0.6 + 0.5 * swath
0.8 + 0.5 * swath
1.2 + 0.5 * swath
0.3 + 2.7R
2.3
0.2 + 0.1R
0.3 + (0.2 order + 0.7)*R
2.2
3.9
0.5 + 1.5R
0.1 + 1.4R
see instruction
0.5
see instruction
0.1
7.5
2.5
4.4
7.6
0.1
3-7
TABLE 3.9-3. CR23X Output Instructions R = No. of Reps.
INSTRUCTION
INTER.
LOC.
69 WIND VECTOR
2+9R
FINAL
MEMORY
VALUES BYTES
2R
3R
4R
2R
3R
4R
R
R
R
R
2R, 3R
R
2R, 3R
BINS*R
1 TO 4
0
R
0
70 SAMPLE
71 AVERAGE
72 TOTALIZE
73 MAXIMUM
0
1+R
R
1R
2R
74 MINIMUM
1R
2R
75 HISTOGRAM
1+binsR
77 REAL TIME
0
78 RESOLUTION
0
79 SMPL ON MM
R
0
80 STORE AREA1
81 RAINFLOW HIST see
instruction
82 STD. DEV.
1+3R
R
FLAG O
LOW
FLAG 0
HIGH
3.9+38.7R
4.5+15.6R
3.8+34.7R
0.0+27.3R
3.7+15.8R
3.1+27.4R
24
4
3
7
7
2.7+8.3R
2.7+8.3R
2.4+8.8R
2.1+8.2R
2.1+8.2R
1.6+6.4R
0.5+0.2R
0.6+0.3R
0.4+0.3R
0.6+0.5R
0.6+0.5R
0.6+0.5R
0.6+0.5R
0.7+1.7R
0.1
0.4
0.2
0.2
1.4+1.7R
0.9+0.6R
1.6+1.4R
1.6+2.8R
1.6+1.4R
1.6+2.8R
0.8+(2.8+0.7*BIN)R
2.2
0.4
0.7+0.3R
0.2
42
7
0.8+1.0R
3.3+7.0R
12
6
7
7
8
8
OPTION
00,
01,
02,
10,
11,
12,
0.1
0,
01,10,11
0,
01,10,11
TABLE 3.9-4. Program Control Instruction Memory and Execution Times
INSTRUCTION
83 IF CASE <F
85 LABEL SUBR.
86 DO
87 LOOP
88 IF X<=>Y
89 IF X<=>F
90 LOOP INDEX
91 IF FLAG/PORT
92 IF TIME
93 BEGIN CASE
94 ELSE
95 END
96 SERIAL OUT
97 INIT.TELE.
98 SEND CHAR.
120 GOES SAT
121 ARGOS SAT
3-8
MEMORY
INTER.
PROG.
LOC.
BYTES
0
10
0
3
0
6
1
10
0
11
0
13
0
3
0
7
1
12
1
8
0
4
0
4
0
3
7
0
0 or 2
0
17
3
5
8
EXECUTION TIME (ms)

0.23
0.08
0.17
0.16
0.42
0.32
0.40
0.22
0.21
0.16
0.16
0.22
3.10 ERROR CODES

There are four types of errors flagged by the
D
CR23X: Compile, Run Time, Editor, and
Mode. Compile errors are errors in programming
which are detected once the program is entered
0
6
,
, or
and compiled for the first time (
B Mode entered). If a programming error is
detected during compilation, an E is displayed with
the 2 digit error code. The Instruction Location
Number of the Instruction which caused the error
is displayed to the right of the error code (e.g., E23
105; 105 indicates that the fifth instruction in Table
1 caused error 23). Error 22, missing END, will
indicate the location of the instruction which the
compiler cannot match with an END instruction.
Run time errors are detected while the program
is running. The number of the instruction being
executed at the time the error is detected is
displayed to the right of the error code (e.g.,
E09 06 indicates that an Instruction 6 in the
program is attempting to store data in input
locations beyond those allocated). Run time
errors 9 and 31 are the result of programming
errors. While E08 will display the number of the
instruction that was being executed when the
error occurred, it is unlikely that the instruction
has anything to do with the error.
If there is a run time error in a table with a fast
execution interval, the error may be written to
the display so frequently that it seems the
CR23X is not responding to the keyboard.
Once the program is stopped, normal function
will return. To stop the program some entry
must be changed which requires recompiling
(Section 1.1.4). For example, enter 0 for the
execution interval of Table 1 (i.e., enter
1
0
A
A as fast as possible). The
program can easily be stopped by pressing any
key while the CR23X is displaying Hello after
applying power (turn the CR23X off and then on
again). This delays program execution for
about two minutes, allowing the program to be
changed.
Error 8 is the result of a hardware and software
"watchdog" that checks the processor state,
software timers, and program related counters.
The watchdog will attempt to reset the
processor and program execution if it finds that
the processor has bombed or is neglecting
standard system updates, or if the counters are
out of allowable limits. Error code 08 is flagged
when the watchdog performs this reset. E08 is
occasionally caused by voltage surges or

transients. Frequent repetitions of E08 are
indicative of a dead lithium battery, a hardware
problem, or a software bug. Check the lithium
B ). If the lithium battery
battery voltage (
voltage is good (2.4 volts or higher), contact
Campbell Scientific for assistance as a
hardware or software bug is indicated. The
CR23X keeps track of the number of times (up
to 99) that E08 has occurred. The number can
B Mode
be displayed and reset in the
(Section 1.6) or with the Telecommunications A
command (Section 5.1).
Error 10 is displayed if the primary power drops
below 11 volts. When this happens, the CR23X
stops executing programs. The low voltage
B Window 9, Section 1.6) counts
counter (
the number of times the voltage drops below 11
volts and displays a double dash (--) if the
CR23X is currently in a low voltage shut down.
Low voltage shut down terminates when voltage
is raised above 11 volts.
Editor errors are detected as soon as an
incorrect value is entered and are displayed
B Mode errors indicate
immediately.
problems with saving or loading a program.
TABLE 3.10-1. Error Codes
Code
Type
Description
03
04
05
Editor
Compile
Compile
08
Run Time
09
10
11
Run Time
Run Time
Editor
12
13
20
Compile
Run Time
Compile
21
Compile
22
23
Compile
Compile
24
Compile
Program table full

Intermediate Storage full
Storage Area #2 not
allocated
CR23X reset by
watchdog timer
Insufficient Input Storage
Low battery voltage
Attempt to allocate more
Input or Intermediate
Storage than is available
4
ID
Duplicate
Low 5 V supply
SUBROUTINE encountered
before END of previous
subroutine
END without IF, LOOP or
SUBROUTINE
Missing END
Nonexistent
SUBROUTINE
ELSE in SUBROUTINE
without IF
3-9
25
26
Compile
Compile
27
Compile
30
Compile
31
Run Time
32
Compile
40
41
Editor
Editor
60
61
Compile
Compile
62
68
Compile
Compile
80
Compile
92
Compile
93
94
Compile
D
Mode
95
Mode
96
Mode
97
Mode
98
Mode
99
Mode
101
102
105
106
107
3-10
TGT1
TGT1
Illegal
Illegal
Compile
ELSE without IF
EXIT LOOP without
LOOP
IF CASE without BEGIN
CASE
IF and/or LOOP nested
too deep
SUBROUTINES nested
too deep
Instruction 3 and interrupt
subroutine use same port
Instruction does not exist
Incorrect execution
interval
Burst Measurement Scan
Rate too short
N<2 in FFT
Instruction 118 without
enough Instructions 68 or 63
Valid entries for parameter 1
of P80 are 1, 2, 3 (-- is illegal)
Instruction 92, intervals in
seconds: Time into Interval
> 59 or Interval > 60
Save labels full
Program Storage Area
full
Program does not exist in
Flash memory
Addressed device not
connected or wrong
address (see Table 1.8-2)
Data not received within
30 seconds
Uncorrectable errors
detected
Wrong file type or editor
error
No response
Bad Star Pound entry
Baud C5-C8
Channel C5-C8
Second CSAT3
Instruction not nested
SECTION 4. EXTERNAL STORAGE PERIPHERALS

External data storage devices are used to provide a data transfer medium that the user can
carry from the test site to the lab and to supplement the internal storage capacity of the CR23X,
allowing longer periods between visits to the site. The standard data storage peripheral for the
CR23X is the Storage Module (Section 4.4). Output to a printer or related device is also
possible (Section 4.3).
Data output to a peripheral device can take place ON-LINE (automatically, as part of the
CR23Xs routine operation) or it can be MANUALLY INITIATED. On-line data transfer is
8
Mode
accomplished with Instruction 96 (Section 4.1). Manual initiation is done in the
(Section 4.2).
The CR23X can output data to multiple peripherals. The CR23X activates the peripheral it
sends data to in one of two ways (Section 6.2):
1.
A specific pin in the CS I/O connector is dedicated to that peripheral; when that pin goes
high, the peripheral is enabled. This is referred to as "PIN-ENABLED" or simply
"ENABLED".
2.
The peripheral is synchronously addressed by the CR23X. This is referred to as

"ADDRESSED".
Modems are pin-enabled. Only one modem device may be connected to the CR23X at any one
time.
The SM192, SM716, and CSM1 Storage Modules are addressed. The CR23X can tell when the
addressed device is present. The CR23X will not send data meant for the Storage module if the
Storage Module is not present (Section 4.4.2).
9
Mode (Section 4.5) allows the user to communicate directly with the Storage Module
The
and to perform several functions, including review of data, battery test, review of Storage Module
status, etc.
Cassette tape data storage is not supported by the CR23X.
4.1 ON-LINE DATA TRANSFER INSTRUCTION 96

All on-line data output to a peripheral device is
accomplished with Instruction 96. (Instruction
96 can also be used to transfer data from one
Final Storage Area to the other, Section 8.8,
12). This instruction must be included in the
datalogger program for on-line data transfer to
take place. Instruction 96 should follow the
Output Processing Instructions, but only needs
to be included once in the program table unless
both Final Storage areas are in use. The
suggested programming sequence is:
1. Set the Output Flag.

2. If both Final Storage Areas are in use or if
you wish to set the Output Array ID, enter
Instruction 80 (Section 11).
3. Enter the appropriate Output Processing
Instructions.
4. Enter Instruction 96 to enable the on-line
transfer of Final Storage data to the
specified device. If outputting to more than
one device, Instruction 96 must be entered
separately for each device.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 if you wish to
output data to the other Final Storage Area
and the peripheral.
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Instruction 96 has a single parameter which

specifies the peripheral to send output to. Table
4.1-1 lists the output device codes.
TABLE 4.1-1. Output Device and
Baud Rate Codes
Baud Rate
300
1200
9600
76800
2400
4800
19200
38400
An output request is not put in the queue if the

same device is already in the queue. The data
contained in the queue (and which determine a
unique entry) are the device, baud rate (if
applicable), and the Final Storage Area.
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Option Device
Printer output can be either pin-enabled or

addressed. However, there is not a pin
specifically dedicated to print enable. When a
pin-enabled print output is specified, the SDE
line, which is normally used in the addressing
sequence, is used as a print enable. This
allows some compatibility with the CR21, 21X,
and CR7 dataloggers which have a Print Enable
line. The pin-enabled print option will result in
garbage being sent to the print peripheral if an
addressed device is also connected to the
CR23X (i.e., SM192 or SM716 etc.). The
SDC99 Synchronous Device Interface can
convert a print device to an Addressed
peripheral (Section 6.2).
Code
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
ADDRESSED PRINT DEVICE, y = Baud code

1y = Printable ASCII
2y = Comma Separated ASCII
3y = Binary Final Storage Format
7N = Storage Module N (N=1-8; Section 4.4.2)
(Stored in Binary Format)
7N-- = Output File Mark to Storage Module N
SERIAL PRINTER, COMPUTER, OR
PIN-ENABLED PRINT DEVICE, y = Baud code
(SDE pulled high)
4y = Printable ASCII (CS I/O)
4y-- = Printable ASCII (RS-232)
5y = Comma Separated ASCII (CS I/O)
5y-- = Comma Separated ASCII (RS-232)
6y = Binary Final Storage Format (CS I/O)
6y-- = Binary Final Storage Format (RS-232)
TRANSFER DATA TO OTHER FINAL
STORAGE AREA
80 = New data only
81 = All data
The source of data for Instruction 96 is the
currently active Final Storage Area as set by
Instruction 80 (the default is Final Storage Area 1
at the beginning of each program table execution).
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If the CR23X is using a port (CS I/O or RS-232)

for other I/O tasks when Instruction 96 is
executed, the output request is put in a queue
and program execution continues. As the port
becomes available, each device in the queue
gets its turn.
When an entry reaches the top of the queue, the

CR23X sends all data accumulated since the last
transfer to the device up to the location of the
DSP at the time the device became active.
The STORAGE MODULE address is important

only when using more than one Storage
Module. The universal address that will find the
Storage Module with lowest number address is
"1". If a Storage Module is not connected, the
CR23X will not advance the SPTR (Section 2.1)
and the Storage Module drops out of the queue
until the next time Instruction 96 is executed.
Section 4.4 contains specifics on the Storage
Modules.
TABLE 4.2-1.
Key
A
A
A
A
Display ID:
DATA
Mode 08: Storage Area
00
01: Device Code
XX
02: Start Location
XXXXX
03: End Location
XXXXX
04: Number Starts
00
Mode Entries
Description
Key 1 or 2 for Storage Area. (This window is skipped if no memory
has been allocated to Final Storage Area 2.)
Key in Output Device Option. See Table 4.1-1.
Start of dump location. Initially the SPTR or PPTR location; a
different location may be entered if desired.
End of dump location. Initially the DSP location; a different location
may be keyed in if desired.
Ready to dump. To initiate dump, key any number, then A. While
dumping, "04 activated; key aborts" and the location number will be
displayed. Output complete will be displayed when the dump is
complete. (Any key aborts transmission after completion of the
current data block.)
4.2 MANUALLY INITIATED DATA

8
OUTPUT MODE
Data transfer to a peripheral device can be
8
Mode. The
manually initiated in the
8
Mode allows the user to retrieve a
specific block of data, on demand, regardless of
whether or not the CR23X is programmed for
on-line data output.
If external storage peripherals are not left online, the maximum time between collecting data
must be calculated to ensure that data in Final
Storage are not lost due to write-over. To
calculate this time it is necessary to know: (1)
the size of Final Storage, (2) the number of
Output Arrays being generated, (3) the number
of low and/or high resolution data points per
Output Array, and (4) the rate at which Output
Arrays are placed into Final Storage. When
calculating the number of data points per
Output Array, remember to add 1 data point per
array for the Output Array ID.
begin on the 1195th day. The site should be

visited more frequently than this for routine
maintenance. Thus data storage capacity would
not be a factor in determining how frequently to
visit the site.
8
The output device codes used with the
Mode are the same as those used with
Instruction 96 (Table 4.1-1), with the exception
of the option to transfer data from one Final
Storage area to the other (80, 81). Table 4.2-1
8
lists the keystrokes required to initiate a
data dump.
4.3 PRINTER OUTPUT FORMATS

Printer output can be sent in binary Final Storage
Format (Appendix C.2), Printable ASCII, or
Comma Separated ASCII. These ASCII formats
may also be used when data from the Storage
Modules or Telecommunications are stored on
disk with Campbell Scientific's PC208W software.
4.3.1 PRINTABLE ASCII FORMAT
For example, assume that 586,568 locations are

A Mode), and
assigned to Final Storage (
that 1 Output Array, containing the Array ID (1
memory location), 9 low resolution data points (9
memory locations) and 5 high resolution data
points (10 memory locations), is stored each
hour. In addition, an Output Array with the Array
ID and 5 high resolution data points (11 memory
locations) is stored daily. This is a total of 491
memory locations per day ((20 x 24) + 11).
586,568 divided by 491 = 1194 days. Therefore,
the CR23X would have to be visited every 1194
days to retrieve data, because write-over would
In the Printable ASCII format, each data point is

preceded by a 2 digit data point ID and a (+) or
() sign. The ID and fixed spacing of the data
points make particular points easy to find on a
printed output. This format requires 10 bytes
per data point to store on disk.
Figure 4.3-1 shows both high and low resolution
data points in a 12 data point Output Array. The
example data contains Day, Hour-Minute, and
Seconds in the 2nd - 4th data points.
REMEMBER! You must specifically program
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the CR23X to output the date and time values.

The Output Array ID, Day, and Time are always
4 character numbers, even when high resolution
output is specified. The seconds resolution is
0.1 seconds.
Each full line of data contains 8 data points (79
characters including spaces), plus a carriage
return (CR) and line feed (LF). If the last data
point in a full line is high resolution, it is followed
immediately with a CR and LF. If it is low
resolution, the line is terminated with a space,
CR and LF. Lines of data containing less than 8
data points are terminated similarly after the last
data point.
4.3.2 COMMA SEPARATED ASCII
Comma Separated ASCII strips all IDs, leading
zeros, unnecessary decimal points and trailing
zeros, and plus signs. Data points are separated
by commas. Arrays are separated by Carriage
Return Line Feed. Comma Separated ASCII
requires approximately 6 bytes per data point.
Example:
4.4 STORAGE MODULE

The Storage Module stores data in battery
backed RAM. Backup is provided by an internal
lithium battery. The RAM is internal on the
SM192/716 and on a PCMCIA card in the CSM1.
Operating power is supplied by the CR23X over
pin 1 of the CS I/O port. Whenever power is
applied to the CS I/O port (after having been off),
the Storage Module places a File Mark in the
data (if a File Mark is not the last data point
already in storage).
The File Mark separates data. For example, if
you retrieve data from one CR23X, disconnect
the Storage Module and connect it to a second
CR23X, a File Mark is automatically placed in
the data. This mark follows the data from the
first CR23X but precedes the data from the
second.
The SM192 has 192K bytes of RAM storage; the
SM716 has 716K bytes. Both can be configured
as either ring or fill and stop memory. The size of
memory in the CSM1 depends on the PC Card
used. The CSM1 is always fill and stop.
1,234,1145,23.65,-12.26,625.9
1,234,1200,24.1,-10.98,650.3
FIGURE 4.3-1. Example of CR23X Printable ASCII Output Format
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4.4.1 STORAGE MODULE ADDRESSING

The CSM1 does not support individual addresses.
Use address "1" when sending data to the CSM1.
The SM192/716 Storage Modules can have
individual addresses. Different addresses allow 1)
up to 8 Storage Modules to be connected to the
CR23X during on-line output, 2) different data to be
output to different Modules, and 3) transfer of data
from a Module that is left with the CR23X to a
Module that is hand carried to the site for data
9
Mode).
transfer (
USE OF STORAGE MODULE TO PICK UP

DATA
The CR23X is capable of recognizing whether or
not the Storage Module is connected. Each time
Instruction 96 is executed and there is data to
output, the CR23X checks for the presence of a
Storage Module. If one is not present, the
CR23X does not attempt to output data.
Instead, the CR23X saves the data and
continues its other operations without advancing
the Storage Module Pointer (SPTR, Section 2.1).
When the user finally does connect the Storage

Storage Modules are assigned addresses (1-8) either Module to the CR23X, two things happen:
9
through the
Mode or with the PC208W
software. The default address when the Storage
1. Immediately upon connection, a File Mark is
Module is reset is "1". Unless you are using one of the
placed in the Storage Module Memory
features which require different addresses, you need
following the last data stored (if a File Mark
not assign any other address.
wasn't the last data point already in storage).
Address 1 is also a universal address when
sending data or commands to a storage module
8
9
, or
. When
with Instruction 96,
9
Mode
address 1 is entered in the
(default) or in the device code (71, Table 4.2-1)
8
Mode, The
for Instruction 96 or the
CR23X searches for the Storage Module with
the lowest address that is not full (fill and stop
configuration only) and addresses it. In other
words, if a single Storage Module is connected,
and it is not full, address 1 will address that
Storage Module regardless of the address that
is assigned to the Module.
Address 1 would be used with Instruction 96 if
several Storage Modules with different
addresses were connected to the CR23X and
were to be filled sequentially. The Storage
modules would be configured as fill and stop.
When the lowest addressed Module was full
data would be written to the next lowest
addressed Module, etc.
4.4.2 STORAGE MODULE USE WITH
INSTRUCTION 96
When output to the Storage Module is enabled
with Instruction 96, the Storage Module(s) may
be either left with the CR23X for on-line data
transfer and periodically exchanged, or brought
to the site for data transfer.
2. During the next execution of Instruction 96,

the CR23X recognizes that the Storage
Module (SM) is present and outputs all data
between the SPTR and the DSP location.
The File Mark allows the operator to distinguish
blocks of data from different dataloggers or
from different visits to the field.
To be certain that the Storage Module has been
connected to the CR23X during an execution of
P96, the user can:
Leave the Storage Module connected for a time

period longer than an execution interval or
Use the SC90 9-Pin Serial Line Monitor. The

SC90 contains an LED which lights up during
data transmission. The user connects the SM
to the CR23X with the SC90 on the line and
waits for the LED to light. When the light goes
off, data transfer is complete and the SM can
be disconnected from the CR23X.
4.4.3
DUMP TO STORAGE MODULE
In addition to the on-line data output procedures

described above, output to the Storage Module
8
Mode.
can be manually initiated in the
The procedure for setting up and transferring
data is as follows:
1. Connect the Storage Module to the CR23X
using the SC12 cable.
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2. Key in the appropriate commands as listed

in Table 4.2-1.
4.5
MODE -- SM192/716
STORAGE MODULE COMMANDS
9
The CSM1 does not support the

Commands.
When
Mode
9
Mode is used to issue commands to
The
the SM192/716 Storage Module, from the CR23X.
Modes for the
These commands are like
Storage Module and in some cases are directly
Modes. Command 7
analogous to the CR23X
enters a mode used to review stored data, and 8 is
used to transfer data between two Storage
Modules connected to the CR23X. The operations
with the Storage Module are not directly analogous
as may be seen in Table 4.5-1 which lists the
TABLE 4.5-1.
COMMAND
is keyed, the CR23X responds: 09:01
1 is the default address for the Storage Module

(Section 4.4.1). If you have more than 1
Storage Module connected, enter the address
of the desired Storage Module. Address 1 will
always work if only one Module is connected.
Key A and the CR23X responds: 9N:00
Where N is the address which was entered.
You may now enter any of the commands in
Table 4.5-1 (key in the command number and
enter with A). Most commands have at least one
response. Advance through the responses and
9
return to the
command state by keying A.
Commands for Storage Module
DISPLAY
DESCRIPTION
01: 0000
01: XX
03: 01
04: XX
RESET, enter 248 to erase all data and programs. While erasing,
the SM checks memory. The number of good chips is then
displayed (6 for SM192, 22 SM716).
INSERT FILE MARK, 1 indicates that the mark was inserted, 0
that it was not.
DISPLAY/SET MEMORY CONFIGURATION enter the
appropriate code to change configuration 0=ring, 1=fill & stop
DISPLAY STATUS (A to advance to each window)
Window 1:
Storage pointer location (chip no.)
Total good RAM chips (1-22)
Window 2:
Display pointer location (chip no.)
Unloaded Batt. Chk. 0=low, 1=OK
No. of Programs stored (Max=8)
Window 3:
Errors logged (up to 9)
Not Used
Memory Config. (0=ring, 1=fill&stop)
Memory Status (0=not full, 1=full)
PROM signature (0 if bad PROM)
BATTERY CHECK UNDER LOAD (0=low, 1=OK)
DISPLAY DATA, Select the Storage Module Area with these codes:
0 Dump pointer to SRP
1 File 1, current file
2 File 2, previous to file 1
7 Display pointer to SRP
9 Oldest data to SRP
1-5 will loop within file boundaries, 0,7,9 allow display to
cross boundaries
6
7
4-6
commands (e.g., when reviewing data, #A

advances to the start of the next Output Array
rather than to the same element in the next array
with the same ID).
01: ABCD
AB
CD
02: ABCD
AB
C
D
03: A0CD
A
0
C
D
04: XXXXX
06: 0X
07: 00
07:XXXXXX
8
08:00
01:XXXXXX
02:XXXXXX
03:XX
9
XXXXXXXX
87654321
10
10:0X
SM location at end of area selected. Key A to advance to first

data. If another location is keyed in SM will jump to 1st start of
array following that location.
Review data with:
A Advance and display next data point
B Back-up one data point
# Display location, C to return to data
#A Advance to next start of Array
#B Back-up to start of Array
9
command mode
#D Return to
DUMP TO ANOTHER STORAGE MODULE
Select Area as in 7 above
First Loc. in area selected/Enter Loc. to start dump
Final Loc. in area selected/Enter Loc. to end dump
Enter destination SM address
DISPLAY ADDRESSES OF CONNECTED SM
1 = occupied, 0 = unoccupied
(Addresses 8-1 from left to right)
CHANGE ADDRESS
X is current address, enter address to change to (1-8)
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SECTION 5. TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Campbell Scientific has developed a software package which automates data retrieval and facilitates the
programming of Campbell Scientific dataloggers and the handling of data files. This package, PC208W,
has been designed to meet most needs in datalogger support and telecommunications. Therefore,
information in this section is not necessary for most datalogger applications.
Telecommunications is used to retrieve data from Final Storage directly to a computer/terminal and to
program the CR23X. Any user communication with the CR23X that makes use of a computer or
terminal is done through Telecommunications.
Telecommunications can take place over a variety of links including:
SC32A and ribbon cable/SC929 cable

Telephone
Cellular phone
Radio frequency
Short haul modem and twisted pair wire
Multi-drop interface and coax cable
This section does not cover the technical interface details for any of these links. Those details are
covered in Section 6 and in the individual manuals for the devices.
Data retrieval can take place in either BINARY or ASCII. The BINARY format is 5 times more compact
than ASCII. The shorter transmission times for binary result in lower long distance costs if the link is
telephone and lower power consumption with an RF link. On "noisy" links shorter blocks of data are
more likely to get through without interruption.
For more efficient data transfer, binary data retrieval makes use of a signature for error detection. The
signature algorithm assures a 99.998% probability that if either the data or its sequence changes, the
signature changes. Campbell Scientifics PC208W Datalogger Support Software uses the binary format
for data transfer.
This section does not furnish sufficient detail to write telecommunications software. Appendix C contains
some details of binary data transfer and Campbell Scientifics binary data format. The emphasis of this
section is on the commands that a person would use when manually (i.e., keyed in by hand)
interrogating or programming the CR23X via a computer/terminal. These commands and the responses
to them are sent in the American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII).
The telecommunications commands allow the user to perform several operations including:
trouble shoot a problematic communications link

check the dataloggers status
monitor data in Input Storage and review data in Final Storage
retrieve Final Storage data in either ASCII or BINARY
open communications with the Storage Module
remote keyboard programming
The Remote Keyboard State (Section 5.2) allows the user with a computer/terminal to use the same
commands as on the CR23X keypad.
5.1 TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMANDS
When a modem/terminal rings the CR23X, the
CR23X should answer almost immediately.
Several carriage returns (CR) must be sent to
the CR23X to allow it to set its baud rate to that
of the modem/terminal (300, 1200, 2400, 4800,

9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, or 76.8K). Once the baud
rate is set, the CR23X will send back the
prompt, "
", signaling that it is ready to receive a
command.
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GENERAL RULES governing the

telecommunications commands are as follows:
1. from datalogger means "ready for
command".
2. All commands are of the form: [no.]letter,
where the number may or may not be
optional.
3. Valid characters are the numbers 0-9, the
capital letters A-U, the colon (:), and the
carriage return (CR).
4. An illegal character increments a counter
and zeros the command buffer, returning a
.
5. CR to datalogger means "execute".
6. A carriage return followed immediately by a
line feed character (CRLF) from datalogger
means "executing command".
7. ANY character besides a CR sent to the
datalogger with a legal command in its buffer
causes the datalogger to abort the command
sequence with CRLF
and to zero the
command buffer.
8. All commands return a response code,
usually at least a checksum.
9. The checksum includes all characters sent by
the datalogger since the last , including the
echoed command sequence, excluding only
the checksum itself. The checksum is
formed by summing the ASCII values, without
parity, of the transmitted characters. The
largest possible checksum value is 8191.
Each time 8191 is exceeded, the CR23X
5-2
starts the count over; e.g., if the sum of the

ASCII values is 8192, the checksum is 0.
10. Commands that return Campbell Scientific
binary format data (i.e., F and K
commands) return a signature (see
Appendix C.3).
The CR23X sends ASCII data with 8 bits, no
parity, one start bit, and one stop bit.
After the CR23X answers a ring, or completes a
command, it waits about 40 seconds (127
seconds in the Remote Keyboard State) for a
valid character to arrive. It "hangs up" if it does
not receive a valid character in this time interval.
Some modems are quite noisy when not on line;
it is possible for valid characters to appear in
the noise pattern. To insure that this situation
does not keep the CR23X in
telecommunications, the CR23X counts all the
invalid characters it receives from the time it
answers a ring, and terminates communication
after receiving 150 invalid characters.
The CR23X continues to execute its
measurement and processing tasks while
servicing the telecommunication requests. If
the processing overhead is large (short
Execution Interval), the processing tasks will
slow the telecommunication functions. In a
worst case situation, the CR23X interrupts the
processing tasks to transmit a data point every
0.1 second.
The best way to become familiar with the
Telecommunication Commands is to try them
from a terminal connected to the CR23X via the
SC32A (Section 6.7.1) or other interface.
Commands used to interrogate the CR23X in
the Telecommunications Mode are described in
the following Table.
TABLE 5.1-1. Telecommunications Commands

Command
[F.S. Area]A
Description
SELECT AREA/STATUS - If 1 or 2 does not precede the A to select
the Final Storage Area, the CR23X will default to the Area last used
(initially this is Area 1). All subsequent commands other than A will
address the area selected. Datalogger returns Reference, the DSP
location; the number of Filled Final Storage locations; Version of
datalogger; Final Storage Area; Location of MPTR (the location
number may be 1 to 7 characters long); Errors #1, #2, #3, and #4
where #1 is the number of E08's, #2 is the number of overrun errors,
#3 is the number of times the program stopped due to low voltage,
and #4 is the number of times the 5 V supply dropped below 5V (all
are cleared by entering 8888A; #2 is also cleared at time of program
compilation); size of total Memory in CR23X in Kbytes; the lithium
Battery voltage; and Checksum. All in the following format:
R+xxxxx. F+xxxxx. Vxx Axx L+xxxxxxx. Exx xx xx xx Mxxxx B+x.xxxx Cxxxx

If data is stored while in telecommunications, the A command must
be issued to update the Reference to the new DSP.
[no. of arrays]B
BACK-UP - MPTR is backed-up the specified number of Output

Arrays (no number defaults to 1) and advanced to the nearest start
of array. CR23X sends the Area, MPTR Location, and Checksum:
Ax L+xxxxxxx Cxxxx
[YR:DAY:HR:MM:SS]C
RESET/SEND TIME - If time is entered the time is reset. If only 2

colons are in the time string, HR:MM:SS is assumed; 3 colons
means DAY:HR:MM:SS. If only the C is entered, time is unaltered.
CR23X returns year, Julian day, hr:min:sec, and Checksum:
Yxx Dxxxx Txx:xx:xx Cxxxx
[no. of arrays]D
E
[no. of loc.]F
[F.S. loc. no.]G
ASCII DUMP - If necessary, the MPTR is advanced to the beginning

of the next array. CR23X sends the number of arrays specified (no
number defaults to 1) or the number of arrays between MPTR and
Reference, whichever is smaller, CRLF, FSA, Location, Checksum.
End call. Datalogger sends CRLF only.
BINARY DUMP - Used by CSI software for data retrieval. See
Appendix C.
MOVE MPTR - MPTR is moved to specified Final Storage location.
The location number must be entered. CR23X sends Area,
Location, and Checksum:
Ax L+xxxxxxx Cxxxx
7H or 2718H
REMOTE KEYBOARD - CR23X sends the prompt ">" and is ready

to execute standard keyboard commands (Section OV3). Aborted
by pressing any key (except *, D , #) on local keypad.
5-3
[loc. no.]I
Display/change value at Input Storage location. CR23X sends the

value stored at the location. A new value and CR may then be sent.
CR23X sends checksum. If no new value is sent (CR only), the
location value will remain the same.
3142J
TOGGLE FLAGS AND SET UP FOR K COMMAND - Used in the

Monitor Mode and with the Heads Up Display. See Appendix C for
details.
2413J
SET UP FOR K COMMAND - Used in the Monitor Mode and with the
Heads Up Display. Similar to the 3142J command but does not
toggle flags and ports. See Appendix C for details. (Available first in
CR23X OS Version 1.7; also indicated by V4 returned to the A
command, see above.)
[Password]L
CURRENT INFORMATION - In response to the K command, the

CR23X sends datalogger time, user flag status, the data at the input
locations requested in the J command, and Final Storage Data if
requested by the J command. Used in the Monitor Mode and with
Heads Up Display. See Appendix C for details.
Unlocks security (if enabled) to the level determined by the
password entered (See * C Mode, Section 1.7). CR23X sends
security level (0-3) and checksum:
Sxx Cxxxx
[X]M
1N
P
Connect to Storage Module with address 'X' and enter the Storage
Module's Telecommunications Mode (see Storage Module manual). The
Storage Module can also be accessed through the * 9 Commands while in
the Remote Keyboard Mode (Section 4.5 and the Storage Module
manual).
Connect phone modem to RF modem at phone to RF base station.
Command to set 9.8304 MHz crystal coefficients. Coefficients are
set at the factory and normally should not be altered. Displays:
E clock Hz - 2.4576 MHz
to give better resolution. Also, gets rid of out of bounds check that
used to load default back in. If not set, P27 and other timing
instructions will have problems.
19287P will display the 2 coefficient numbers for you (e.g. 0.8944
.8133). If the 2 numbers are -99999, the datalogger needs to be
calibrated.
19287:1600P will calibrate it for you if your crystal is exactly 2.4576
MHz E Clock. This temporary fix will improve the performance of a
datalogger that failed the 19287P test.
5-4
Command to set the displays contrast dependence on temperature.

Typing R alone will display the current settings to you (## ## ## ##
## ## ## ##). Typing 8 numbers, separated by colons, followed by

an R, will reset the default settings. Example:
140:110:90:65:50:45:34:30R <crlf>
The setting of the eight contrast temperature bins is initially done at
Campbell Scientific. Below are the contrast settings of one type of
LCD screen for temperatures from <-15 to >+50 C. A user can also
adjust the value of the current bin by entering the * D mode while in
Remote Keyboard Mode. The minimum contrast setting is 0. The
maximum setting is 255.
Contrast Setting
140
110
90
65
50
45
35
30
Temperature C
< -15
-10 to -15
-5 to -10
-5 to +5
+5 to +30
+30 to +40
+40 to +50
> +50
Returns Mode A Memory Allocation registers (first group of 01: to 09:)

and Mode B Status/On-board Firmware registers (second group of 01:
to 17:)
SDM-SIO4 talk through command

Address: Port T
Address = 0..15
Port = 0..4
nnnnU
Returns V[value] C[checksum] where nnnn refers to an input

location, port, or flag, V is the value at the input location, port or flag,
and C is the checksum. For nnnn = 90ff, then nnnn refers to flag ff.
For nnnn = 91pp, then nnnn refers to port pp. For nnnn<9000, then
nnnn refers to input location nnnn.
Examples (xxxx is checksum, true or high for flags is non-zero, false
or low is zero):
2U<CR> returns
V+73.650 Cxxxx. (input location 2 equals 73.650)
9003U<CR> returns
V+1.0000 Cxxxx (flag 3 is high).
9107U<CR> returns
V+0.0000 Cxxxx (port 7 is low)
nnnn:[value]:[checksum]U
Loads the input location, port, or flag referred to by nnnn with value if
the checksum is correct. nnnn refers to input location, flag, or port
as above. The datalogger returns the same as the nnnnU
command.
5-5
Examples:
14:-3.2450:xxxxU<CR> returns
V-3.2450 C1357 (sets input location 14 to -3.2450)
9003:1:xxxxU<CR> returns
V1.0000 Cxxxx (sets flag 3 high)
9105:0:xxxxU<CR> returns
V0.0000 Cxxxx (sets port 5 low)
Remember that entering * 0 will compile and
run the CR23X program if program changes
have been made.
5.2 REMOTE PROGRAMMING OF THE

CR23X
Remote programming of the CR23X can be
accomplished with the PC208W software or
directly through the Remote Keyboard State.
The 7H Command is generally used with a

terminal for direct entry since H makes use of a
destructive backspace and does not send
control Q between each entry. The 2718H
Command functions the same as it does for
other Campbell Scientific dataloggers (deleting
an entry causes the entire entry to be sent,
"control Q" is sent after each user entry).
The PC208W Datalogger Support Software was

developed by Campbell Scientific for use with
IBM or compatible PC's. Datalogger programs
are developed on the computer using the
program editor (Edlog in PC208W or the
separate Short Cut program generator) and
downloaded to the datalogger using PC208Ws
Connect screen.
It is important to remember that the Remote

Keyboard State is still within
Telecommunications. Entering * 0 exits the
Remote Keyboard State and returns the
datalogger to the Telecommunications
Command State, awaiting another command.
The user can step back and forth between the
Telecommunications Command State and the
Remote Keyboard State.
Alternatively, a terminal session can be opened

using any terminal program (e.g., Microsofts
Hyperterminal) and connecting via serial cable to
the CR23X. PC208Ws Connect screen also
offers such a Terminal window. The CR23X can
be placed in the Remote Keyboard State by
sending either "7H" or "2718H" and a carriage
return (CR). The CR23X responds by sending a
CR, line feed (LF), and the prompt '>'. The
CR23X is then ready to receive the standard
keyboard commands; it recognizes all the
standard CR23X keyboard characters plus
several additional characters, including the
decimal point, the minus sign, and Enter (CR)
(Section OV3.2).
NOTE: Entering * 0 returns the CR23X to
the telecommunications command state.
7H (or 2718H)
Telecommunications
Command
State
5-6
Remote
Keyboard
State
SECTION 6. 9-PIN SERIAL INPUT/OUTPUT

External communication peripherals normally connect to the CR23X through two 9-pin subminiature D-type
socket connectors located on the front panel (Figure 6.1-1). An optically isolated RS-232 port is provided for
direct connection to RS-232 devices such as a PC. Optical isolation provides immunity from ground loop
problems that can degrade single-ended measurement accuracy in systems with multiple ground
connections. The CS I/O interface utilizes (0 - 5) V signal levels and is to be used to connect to Campbell
Scientific communications peripherals. Either 9-pin interface can be used for telecommunications, however,
only one of these two interfaces can be active at once. The first 9-pin interface to receive a RING becomes
the active interface until a telecommunications sequence is terminated. When either port is active, "Busy with
COM" will show on the CR23X display. If "Busy with COM" is displayed after disconnecting the
telecommunications device, pressing any key will activate the key pad after a 2 to 3 second delay.
NOTE: Serial communications is not reliable over cable greater than 50 feet in length.
6.1 COMPUTER RS-232 9-PIN

DESCRIPTION
Direct connection of the CR23X to a PC is most
conveniently done through the "Computer
RS232" port (Figure 6.2-1). Table 6.1-1 gives a
brief description of each "Computer RS232" pin.
The Computer RS-232 port is a DCE device
when connected to a PC with a serial cable. It
also doubles as a DTE device when connected
to a modem device through a null-modem
cable.
Maximum input = 25V
Minimum Output = 5V
Typical Output = 7V
ABR = Abbreviation for the function name

PIN = Pin number
O = Signal Out of the CR23X to a RS-232
device
I
= Signal Into the CR23X from a RS-232
device
PIN
ABR
I/O
Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DTR
TX
RX
O
O
I
data terminal ready

asynchronous transmit
asynchronous receive
not used
isolated ground
not used
clear to send
request to send
ring
CTS
RTS
RING
I
O
I
Pin 5
CS I/O
COMPUTER
RS232
Pin 9
Pin 1
Pin 6
FIGURE 6.1-1. Serial Communication

Interfaces
6.2 CS I/O 9-PIN DESCRIPTION
TABLE 6.1-1. Computer RS-232 Pin-Out
GND
The CR23X is supplied with a six foot 9 pin to 9

pin serial cable and a 9 to 25 pin adapter to
facilitate connection to a PC RS-232 port.
All Campbell Scientific communication

peripherals connect to the CR23X through the
9-pin subminiature D-type socket connector
located on the front of the Wiring Panel labeled
CS I/O (Figure 6.1-1). Table 6.2-1 gives a
brief description of each pin.
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TABLE 6.2-1. Pin Description

ABR
PIN
O
I
=
=
=
=
Abbreviation for the function name.

Pin number.
Signal Out of the CR10X to a peripheral.
Signal Into the CR10X from a peripheral.
PIN
ABR
5V
SG
RING
Ring: Raised by a peripheral to put the CR10X in the telecommunications mode.
RXD
Receive Data: Serial data transmitted by a peripheral are received on pin 4.
ME
Modem Enable: Raised when the CR10X determines that a modem raised the
ring line.
SDE
Synchronous Device Enable: Used to address Synchronous Devices (SDs), and

can be used as an enable line for printers.
CLK/HS I/O
+12 VDC
TXD
I/O
O
Description
5V: Sources 5 VDC, used to power peripherals.
Signal Ground: Provides a power return for pin 1 (5V), and is used as a
reference for voltage levels.
Clock/Handshake: Used with the SDE and TXD lines to address and transfer
data to SDs. When not used as a clock, pin 7 can be used as a handshake line
(during printer output, high enables, low disables).
Transmit Data: Serial data are transmitted from the CR10X to peripherals on pin
9; logic low marking (0V) logic high spacing (5V) standard asynchronous ASCII, 8
data bits, no parity, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit, 300, 1200, 9600, 76,800 baud (user
selectable).
(ME)
MODEM
(COM200
RF95
SC32A)
FIGURE 6.2-1. Hardware Enabled and Synchronously Addressed Peripherals
6-2
6.2.1 ENABLING AND ADDRESSING

PERIPHERALS
While several peripherals may be connected in
parallel to the CS I/O port, the CR23X has only
one transmit line (pin 9) and one receive line (pin
4, Table 6.2-1). The CR23X selects a peripheral
in one of two ways: 1) A specific pin is dedicated
to that peripheral and the peripheral is enabled
when the pin goes high; we will call this pinenabled or simply enabled. 2) The peripheral is
addressed; the address is sent on pin 9, each bit
being synchronously clocked using pin 7. Pin 6
is set high while addressing.
6.2.1.1 PIN-ENABLED PERIPHERALS
Modem Enable (pin 5) is dedicated to a specific
device. Synchronous Device Enable (pin 6) can
either be used as a Print Enable or it can be
used to address Synchronous Devices (Section
6.2.5).
Modem Enable (ME), pin 5, is raised to enable
a modem that has raised the ring line.
Modem/terminal peripherals include Campbell
Scientific phone modems and computers or
terminals using the SC32A or SC929 interface.
The CR23X interprets a ring interrupt (Section
6.2.2) to come from a modem if the device
raises the CR23X's Ring line, and holds it high
until the CR23X raises the ME line. Only one
modem/ terminal may be connected to the
CR23X.
Print Peripherals are defined as peripherals
which have an asynchronous serial
communications port used to RECEIVE data
transferred by the CR23X. In most cases the
print peripheral is a printer, but could also be an
on-line computer or other device.
Synchronous Device Enable (SDE), pin 6, may be
used to enable a print peripheral only when no
other addressable peripherals are connected to
the CS I/O connector. Use of the SDE line as an
enable line maintains CR23X compatibility with
printer-type peripherals which require a line to be
held high (Data Terminal Ready) in order to
receive data.
If output to both a print peripheral and an
addressable peripheral is necessary the SDC99
Synchronous Device Interface is required. With
the SDC99 the print peripheral functions as an
addressable peripheral. If the SDC99 is not
used, the print peripheral receives the address
and data sent to the addressed peripheral.

Synchronous addressing appears as garbage
characters on a print peripheral.
6.2.1.2 ADDRESSED PERIPHERALS
The CR23X has the ability to address
Synchronous Devices (SDs). SDs differ from
enabled peripherals in that they are not enabled
solely by a hardware line (Section 6.2.1.1); an SD
is enabled by an address synchronously clocked
from the CR23X (Section 6.2.5).
Up to 16 SDs may be addressed by the CR23X.
Unlike an enabled peripheral, the CR23X
establishes communication with an addressed
peripheral before data are transferred. During
data transfer an addressed peripheral uses pin
7 as a handshake line with the CR23X.
Synchronously addressed peripherals include
Storage Modules, SDC99 Synchronous Device
Interface (SDC99), and RF95 RF Modem when
configured as a synchronous device. The SDC99
interface is used to address peripherals which are
normally modem enabled (Figure 6.2-1).
6.2.2 RING INTERRUPTS
There are two peripherals that can raise the
CR23X's ring line; modems and the RF Modem
configured for synchronous device for
communication (RF-SDC). The RF-SDC is
used when the CR23X is installed at a
telephone to RF base station.
When the Ring line is raised, the processor is
interrupted, and the CR23X determines which
peripheral raised the Ring line through a process
of elimination (Figure 6.2-3). The CR23X raises
the CLK/HS line forcing all SDs to drop the ring
line. If the ring line is still high the peripheral is a
modem, and the ME line is raised. If the ring line
is low the CR23X addresses the Keyboard
Display and RF-SDC to determine which device
to service. (Section 6.2.5)
After the CR23X has determined which
peripheral raised the Ring line, the hierarchy is
as follows:
A modem which raises the Ring line will interrupt
and gain control of the CR23X. A ring from a
modem aborts data transfer to pin-enabled and
addressed peripherals.
6-3
6.2.5 SYNCHRONOUS DEVICE

COMMUNICATION
Synchronous Devices (SDs) differ from enabled
peripherals (Section 6.2.1) in that they are not
enabled solely by a hardware line. An SD is
enabled by an address synchronously clocked
from the CR23X. Up to 16 SDs may be
addressed by the CR23X, requiring only three
pins of the 9-pin connector.
Synchronous Device Communication (SDC)
discussed here is for those peripherals which
connect to the 9-pin serial port. This should not
be confused with Synchronous Device for
Measurement (SDM) peripherals connected to
control ports 1, 2, and 3. (Although the
communication protocol for SDMs is very
similar, their addressing is independent of SDC
addresses and they do not have a ring line.)
SD STATES
FIGURE 6.2-3. Servicing of Ring Interrupts
6.2.4 MODEM/TERMINAL PERIPHERALS
The CR23X considers any device with an
asynchronous serial communications port which
raises the Ring line (and holds it high until the
ME line is raised) to be a modem peripheral.
Modem/terminals include Campbell Scientific
phone modems, and most computers,
terminals, and modems using the SC32A
Optically Isolated RS-232 Interface, the SC932
RS-232 DCE Interface, or the SC929 cable.
When a modem raises the Ring line, the CR23X
responds by raising the ME line. The CR23X
must then receive carriage returns spaced at
least 50 ms apart until it can establish baud rate.
When the baud rate has been set, the CR23X
sends a carriage return, line feed, "".
The ME line is held high until the CR23X receives
an "E" to exit telecommunications. The ME is
also lowered if a character is not received after 40
seconds in the Telecommunications Command
State (2 minutes in the Remote Keyboard State).
Some modems are quite noisy when not on line; it
is possible for valid characters to appear in the
noise pattern. For this reason, the CR23X counts
all the invalid characters it receives from the time
it answers a ring, and terminates communication
0
(lowers the ME line and returns to the
Mode) after receiving 150 invalid characters.
6-4
The CR23X and the SDs use a combination of

the Ring, Clock Handshake (CLK/HS) and
Synchronous Device Enable (SDE) lines to
establish communication. The CR23X can put
the SDs into one of six states.
STATE 1, the SD Reset State
The CR23X forces the SDs to the reset/request
state by lowering the SDE and CLK/HS lines.
The SD cannot drive the CLK/HS or RXD lines
in State 1, however, it can raise the Ring line if
service is needed. The SD can never pull the
Ring low if a Modem/Terminal is holding it high.
Data on TXD is ignored by the SD.
STATE 2, the SD Addressing State
The CR23X places the SDs in the addressing
state by raising CLK/HS followed by or
simultaneously raising SDE (Figure 6.2-4). TXD
must be low while SDE and CLK/HS are
changing to the high state.
State 2 requires all SDs to drop the Ring line
and prepare for addressing. The CR23X then
synchronously clocks 8 bits onto TXD using
CLK/HS as a clock. The least significant bit is
transmitted first and is always logic high. Each
bit transmitted is stable on the rising edge of
CLK/HS. The SDs shift in bits from TXD on the
rising edge of CLK/HS provided by the CR23X.
The CR23X can only address one device per
State 2 cycle. More than one SD may respond
to the address, however. State 2 ends when

the 8th bit is received by the SD.
SDs implemented with shift registers decode
the 4 most significant bits (bits 4, 5, 6, and 7) for
an address. Bit 0 is always logic high. Bits 1, 2,
and 3 are optional function selectors or
commands. Addresses established to date are
shown in Table 6.2-2 and are decoded with
respect to the TXD line.
TABLE 6.2-2. SD Addresses
B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0
STATE 4, the SD Inactive State

The SDs not addressed by State 2 enter State
4, if not able to reset themselves (e.g., SM192
Storage Module). Inactive SDs ignore data on
the TXD line and are not allowed to use the
CLK/HS or RXD lines. Inactive SDs may raise
the Ring line to request service.
STATE 5
State 5 is a branch from State 1 when the SDE
line is high and the CLK/HS line is low. The
SDs must drop the Ring line in this state. This
state is not used by SDs. The CR23X must
force the SDs back to the reset state from State
5 before addressing SDs.
VS1
X 1
SDC99 Printer
X 1
Storage Module
X 1
STATE 6
RF95 Modem
X 1
STATE 3, the SD Active State
State 6 is a branch from State 1, like State 5,

except the SDE line is low and the CLK/HS line
is high. The SDs must drop the Ring line in this
state.
The SD addressed by State 2, enters State 3.

All other SDs enter State 4. An active SD
returns to State 1 by resetting itself, or by the
CR23X forcing it to reset.
6.2.6 MODEM/TERMINAL AND COMPUTER

REQUIREMENTS
Active SDs have different acknowledgment and

communication protocols. Once addressed, the
SD is free to use the CLK/HS, TXD, and RXD
lines according to its protocol with the CR23X.
The CR23X may also pulse the SDE line after
addressing, as long as the CLK/HS and SDE
are not low at the same time.
The CR23X considers any device with an

asynchronous serial communications port which
raises the Ring line (and holds it high until the
ME line is raised) to be a modem peripheral.
Modems include Campbell Scientific phone
modems, and most computers, terminals, and
modems using the SC32A Optically Isolated
RS-232 Interface.
FIGURE 6.2-4. Addressing Sequence for the RF Modem

6-5
6.2.6.1 SC32A INTERFACE TO COMPUTER

Most computers require the SC32A Optically
Isolated RS-232 Interface to communicate to the
CS I/O port. (Direct connection to the CR23X is
allowed through the Computer RS-232 port.)
The SC32A can pass data up to 19.2 K baud.
The SC32A raises the CR23X's ring line when it
receives characters from a modem, and converts
the CR23X's logic levels (0 V logic low, 5V logic
high) to RS-232 logic levels.
The SC32A 25-pin port is configured as Data
Communications Equipment (DCE) (see Table
6.2-3) for direct connection to Data Terminal
Equipment (DTE), which includes most PCs
and printers.
When the SC32A receives a character from the
terminal/computer (pin 2), 5 V is applied to the
datalogger Ring line (pin 3) for one second or
until the Modem Enable line (ME) goes high.
The CR23X waits approximately 40 seconds to
receive carriage returns, which it uses to
establish baud rate. After the baud rate has
been set the CR23X transmits a carriage return,
line feed, "", and enters the Telecommunications Command State (Section 5). If the
carriage returns are not received within the 40
seconds, the CR23X "hangs up".
TABLE 6.2-3. SC32A Pin Description
PIN =
O
=
I
=
Pin number
Signal Out of the SC32A to a peripheral
Signal Into the SC32A from peripheral
25-PIN FEMALE PORT:

PIN #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
20
I/O
ABBREVIATION
GROUND
TX
RX
RTS (POWER)
CTS
DSR
GROUND
DCD
DTR (POWER)
I
O
I
O
O
O
I
9-PIN MALE PORT:

PIN #
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
6-6
ABBREVIATION
+5V INPUT
GROUND
RING
RX
ME
SDE
TX
NOTE: The SC32A has a jumper, which

when used, passes data only when the ME
line is high and the SDE line is low. The
function of the jumper is to block data sent
to SDs from being received by a
computer/terminal used to initiate data
transfer. Synchronous data will appear as
garbage characters on a computer/terminal.
6.2.6.2 SC932 INTERFACE TO MODEMS
Most modems have an RS-232 port configured as
DCE. For connection of the CS I/O port to DCE
devices such as modems and some computers,
the SC932 9-pin to RS-232 DCE Interface should
be used. The SC932 supports baud rates up to
19.2 K. Faster baud rates may be possible,
depending on the device being interfaced.
6.2.6.3 COMPUTER/TERMINAL
REQUIREMENTS
Computer/terminal peripherals are usually
configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE).
Pins 4 and 20 are used as handshake lines,
which are set high when the serial port is
enabled. Power for the SC32A RS-232 section
is taken from these pins. For equipment
configured as DTE (see Table 6.2-4) a direct
ribbon cable connects the computer/terminal to
the SC32A. Clear to Send (CTS) pin 5, Data
Set Ready (DSR) pin 6, and Data Carrier Detect
(DCD) pin 8 are held high by the SC32A (when
the RS-232 section is powered) which should
satisfy hardware handshake requirements of
the computer/terminal.
Table 6.2-4 lists the most common RS-232
configuration for Data Terminal Equipment.
TABLE 6.2-4. DTE Pin Configuration

PIN
ABR
O
I
=
=
=
=
25-pin connector number

Abbreviation for the function name
Signal Out of terminal to another device
Signal Into terminal from another device
ABR
I/O
TD
Transmitted Data: Data

is transmitted from the
terminal on this line.
RD
Received Data: Data is

received by the terminal
on this line.
PIN
FUNCTION
RTS
Request to Send: The

terminal raises this line
to ask a receiving device
if the terminal can
transmit data.
CTS
Clear to Send: The

receiving device raises
this line to let the
terminal know that the
receiving device is ready
to accept data.
20
DTR
Data Terminal Ready:

The terminal raises this
line to tell the modem to
connect itself to the
telephone line.
DSR
Data Set Ready: The

modem raises this line to
tell the terminal that the
modem is connected to
the phone line.
DCD
22
RI
SG
Data Carrier Detect: The

modem is receiving a
valid carrier signal from
the phone line.
Ring Indicator: The
phone is ringing.
Signal Ground: Voltages
are measured relative to
this point.
6.2.6.3 COMMUNICATION
PROTOCOL/TROUBLE SHOOTING
The ASCII standard defines an alphabet
consisting of 128 different characters where
each character corresponds to a number, letter,
symbol, or control code.
An ASCII character is a binary digital code
composed of a combination of seven "bits", each
bit having a binary state of 1 (one) or 0 (zero).
For example, the binary equivalent for the ASCII
character "1" is 0110001 (decimal 49).
ASCII characters are transmitted one bit at a
time, starting with the 1st (least significant) bit.
During data transmission the marking condition
is used to denote the binary state 1, and the
spacing condition for the binary state 0. The
signal is considered marking when the voltage
is more negative than minus three volts with
respect to ground, and spacing when the
voltage is more positive than plus three volts.
Most computers use 8-bits (1 byte) for data
communications. The 8th bit is sometimes
used for a type of error checking called paritychecking. Even parity binary characters have
an even number of 1's, odd-parity characters
have an odd number of 1's. When parity
checking is used, the 8th bit is set to either a 1
or a 0 to make the parity of the character
correct. The CR23X ignores the 8th bit of a
character that is receives, and transmits the 8th
bit as a binary 0. This method is generally
described as "no parity".
To separate ASCII characters, a Start bit is sent
before the 1st bit and a Stop bit is sent after the
8th bit. The start bit is always a space, and the
stop bit is always a mark. Between characters
the signal is in the marking condition.
Figure 6.2-5 shows how the ASCII character "1"
is transmitted. When transmitted by the CR23X
using the SC32A RS-232 interface spacing and
marking voltages are positive and negative, as
shown. Signal voltages at the CS I/O port are
5V in the spacing condition, and 0V in the
marking condition.
6-7
FIGURE 6.2-5. Transmitting the ASCII Character 1

BAUD RATE
BAUD RATE is the number of bits transmitted
per second. The CR23X can communicate at
300, 1200, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, and
76800 baud. In the Telecommunications State,
the CR23X will set its baud rate to match the
baud rate of the computer/terminal. Some baud
rates, particularly those above 9600, may not be
supported by all CSI communications
equipment.
Typically the baud rate of the modem/computer/
terminal is set either with dip switches, or
programmed from the keyboard. The instrument's
instruction manual should explain how to set it.
DUPLEX
Full duplex means that two devices can
communicate in both directions simultaneously.
Half duplex means that the two devices must send
and receive alternately. Full duplex should always
be specified when communicating with Campbell
Scientific peripherals and modems. However,
communication between some Campbell Scientific
modems (such as the RF95 RF modem) is carried
out in a half duplex fashion. This can affect the
way commands should be sent to and received
from such a modem, especially when implemented
by computer software.
To overcome the limitations of half duplex,
some communications links expect a terminal
sending data to also write the data to the
screen. This saves the remote device having to
echo that data back. If, when communicating
with a Campbell Scientific device, characters
are displayed twice (in pairs), it is likely that the
terminal is set to half duplex rather than the
correct setting of full duplex.
IF NOTHING HAPPENS
If the CR23X is connected to the SC32A RS232 interface and a modem/terminal, and an ""
is not received after sending carriage returns:
6-8
1. Verify that the CR23X has power AT THE

12V AND GROUND INPUTS, and that the
cables connecting the devices are securely
connected.
2. Verify that the port of the modem/terminal is
an asynchronous serial communications
port configured as DTE (see Table 6.2-4).
The most common problems occur when
the user tries to use a parallel port, or
doesn't know the port assignments, i.e.
COM1 or COM2. IBM, and most
compatibles come with a Diagnostic disk
which can be used to identify ports, and
their assignments. If the serial port is
standard equipment, then the operators
manual should give you this information.
3. Verify that there is 5 volts between the
CR23X 5V and G terminals. Call Campbell
Scientific technical support if the voltage is
less than 4.8 volts.
Some serial ports, e.g., the Super Serial Card
for Apple computers, can be configured as DTE
or DCE with a jumper block. Pin functions must
match Table 6.2-4.
If you are using a computer to communicate
with the datalogger, communication software
must be used to enable the serial port and to
make the computer function as a terminal. The
port should be enabled for 300, 1200, or 9600
baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.
Campbell Scientific's PC208W provides this
function.
If you are not sure that your computer/terminal
is sending or receiving characters, there is a
simple way to verify it. Make sure that the
duplex is set to full. Next, take a paper clip and
connect one end to pin 2, and the other end to
pin 3 of the serial port. Each character typed on
the keyboard will be displayed only if
transmitted from the terminal on pin 2, and
received on pin 3 (if duplex is set to half, the
character will be displayed once if it is not
transmitted, or twice if it is transmitted).
IF GARBAGE APPEARS
If garbage characters appear on the display,
check that the baud rate is supported by the
CR23X. If the baud rate is correct, verify that
the computer/terminal is set for 8 data bits, and
no parity. Garbage will appear if 7 data bits and
no parity are used. If the computer/terminal is
set to 8 data bits and even or odd parity,
communication cannot be established.
6.3 USE OF INSTRUCTION 96

Instruction 96 is used for on-line data transfer to
peripherals (Section 4.1). Each peripheral
connected to the CR23X requires an Instruction
96 with the appropriate parameter. If the CR23X
is already communicating on the 9-pin connector
when Instruction 96 is executed, the instruction
puts the output request in a "queue" and program
execution continues. As the 9-pin connector
becomes available, each device in the queue will
get its turn until the queue is empty.
Instruction 96 is aborted if a modem raises the Ring

line. Data transfer to an addressed peripheral is
aborted if the ring line is raised by an RF Modem
configured as a synchronous device. Transfer of
data is not resumed until the next time Instruction
96 is executed and the datalogger has exited
telecommunications.
8
Mode is used to manually initiate
The
data transfer from Final Storage to a peripheral.
An abort flag is set if any key on the CR23X or
terminal is pressed during the transfer. Data
transfer is stopped and the memory location
8
displayed when the flag is set. During
data transfer the abort flag is checked as
follows:
1. Comma separated ASCII - after every 32

characters.
2. Printable ASCII - after every line.
3. Binary - after every 256 Final Storage locations.
TABLE 6.3-1. CS I/O Pin Description

ABR = Abbreviation for the function name.
PIN = Pin number.
O
= Signal Out of the CR23X to a
peripheral.
I
= Signal Into the CR23X from a
peripheral.
PIN
6
ABR
SDE
PIN
ABR
CLK/HS I/O
5V
SG
RING
12 V
TXD
I/O
O
RXD
ME
Description
5V: Sources 5 VDC, used
to power peripherals.
Signal Ground: Provides
a power return for pin 1
(5V), and is used as a
reference for voltage
levels.
Ring: Raised by a
peripheral to put the
CR23X in the
telecommunications
mode.
Receive Data: Serial
data transmitted by a
peripheral are received
on pin 4.
Modem Enable: Raised
when the CR23X
determines that a
modem raised the ring
line.
I/O
O
Description
Synchronous Device
Enable: Used to
address Synchronous
Devices (SDs), and can
be used as an enable
line for printers.
Clock/Handshake: Used
with the SDE and TXD
lines to address and
transfer data to SDs.
When not used as a clock,
pin 7 can be used as a
handshake line (during
printer output, high
enables, low disables).
12 V: Sources 12 VDC,
used to power 12 VDC
peripherals.
Transmit Data: Serial
data are transmitted
from the CR23X to
peripherals on pin 9;
logic low marking (0V)
logic high spacing (5V)
standard asynchronous
ASCII, 8 data bits, no
parity, 1 start bit, 1 stop
bit, 300, 1200, 9600,
76,800 baud (user
selectable).
6-9
6-10
SECTION 7. MEASUREMENT PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

This section gives some examples of Input Programming for common sensors used with the CR23X.
These examples detail only the connections, Input, Program Control, and Processing Instructions
necessary to perform measurements and store the data in engineering units in Input Storage. Output
Processing Instructions are omitted. It is left for the user to program the necessary instructions to obtain
the final data in the form desired. NO OUTPUT TO FINAL STORAGE WILL TAKE PLACE WITHOUT
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING.
The examples given in this section would likely be only fragments of larger programs. In general, the
examples are written with the measurements made by the lowest numbered channels, the
instructions at the beginning of the program table, and low number Input Storage locations used to
store the data. It is unlikely that an application and CR23X configuration exactly duplicates that
assumed in an example. THESE EXAMPLES ARE NOT MEANT TO BE USED VERBATIM;
SENSOR CALIBRATION AND INPUT LOCATIONS SELECTED MUST BE ADJUSTED FOR THE
ACTUAL CIRCUMSTANCES. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL EXCITATION CHANNELS ARE
SWITCHED ANALOG OUTPUT.
7.1 SINGLE-ENDED VOLTAGE/

SWITCHED 12 V TERMINAL - CS500
The CS500 is a modified Vaisala 50Y Humitter
temperature and relative humidity sensor. It
has high level linear output of 0 to 1 V for the
temperature range of -40 to +60C and relative
humidity of 0 to 100%. It is measured with
Instruction 1 (Volts SE). The multiplier for
temperature is found with the following
relationship [60C - (-40C)] / [1000 mV - 0 mV]
= 0.1C/mV. The offset is -40C. The multiplier
for relative humidity is [100 % - 0 %] / [1000 mV
- 0 mV] = 0.1 %/mV and the offset is 0 %. The
CS500 is powered by the CR23Xs 12 V battery
and draws <2 mA of current while on. Battery
power can be conserved by turning the CS500
on just prior to making the measurement and
turning it off after the measurement is
completed. This is done with the Switched 12 V
terminal on the CR23X wiring panel.
CONNECTIONS
The CS500 output is measured using two
single-ended voltage measurements on analog
inputs 5 and 6. Single-ended analog inputs are
labeled in blue on the CR23X wiring panel. A
wiring diagram on connections between the
CR23X and the CS500 is given in Figure 7.1-1.
CAUTION: The Switched 12 V Control

terminal will be permanently damaged if 12
V is applied to it. Do not connect 12 V to
the Switched 12 V Control terminal.
PROGRAM
;Turn CS500 on.
;
01: Do (P86)
1: 49
Set Switched 12 V High
;Allow CS500 to warm up and stabilize on

;the Temperature and Relative Humidity.
;
02: Excitation with Delay (P22)
1: 3
Ex Channel
2: 0
Delay W/Ex (units = 0.01 sec)
3: 10
Delay After Ex (units = 0.01 sec)
4: 0
mV Excitation
;Measure Temperature.
;
03: Volts (SE) (P1)
1: 1
Reps
2: 25
5000 mV Slow 60 Hz
Rejection Range
3: 5
SE Channel
4: 1
Loc [ Temp_C ]
5:
.1
Mult
6: -40
Offset
7-1
;Measure Relative Humidity.

;
04: Volts (SE) (P1)
1: 1
Reps
2: 25
5000 mV Slow 60 Hz
Rejection Range
3: 6
SE Channel
4: 2
Loc [ RH_pct ]
5:
.1
Mult
6: 0
Offset
CR23X
SE 5
SE 6
SWITCHED 12V
G
;Turn CS500 off.

;
05: Do (P86)
1: 59
Set Switched 12 V Low
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Temp_C
2 RH_pct
Temperature (Black)
Relative Humidity (Brown)
12 V (Red)
Power Ground (Green)
Shield (Clear)
FIGURE 7.1-1. Wiring Diagram for CS500
CR23X
FIGURE 7.1-2. Typical Connection for Active Sensor with External Battery
7-2
CS500
7.2 DIFFERENTIAL VOLTAGE

MEASUREMENT
Some sensors either contain or require active
signal conditioning circuitry to provide an easily
measured analog voltage output. Generally, the
output is referenced to the sensor ground. The
associated current drain usually requires a
power source external to the CR23X. A typical
connection scheme where AC power is not
available and both the CR23X and sensor are
powered by an external battery is shown in
Figure 7.2-1. Since a single-ended
measurement is referenced to the CR23X
ground, any voltage difference between the
sensor ground and CR23X ground becomes a
measurement error. A differential measurement
avoids this error by measuring the signal
between the 2 leads without reference to ground.
This example analyzes the potential error on a
differential CO2 measurement using a LI-COR
CO2/H2O analyzer, model LI-6262.
The wire used to supply power from the external
battery is 18 AWG with an average resistance of
6.5 ohms/1000 ft. The power leads to the CR23X
and LI-6262 are 2 ft and 10 ft, respectively.
Typical current drain for the LI-6262 is 1000 mA.
When making measurements, the CR23X draws
about 35 mA. Since voltage is equal to current
multiplied by resistance (V=IR), ground voltages
at the LI-6262 and the CR23X relative to battery
ground are:
LI-6262 ground =
1A 6.5 ohms/1000 ft 10 ft = +0.065 V
CR23X ground =
0.035A 6.5 ohms/1000 ft 2 ft = +0.0005 V
Ground at the LI-6262 is 0.065 V higher than ground
at the CR23X. The LI-6262 can be programmed to
output a linear voltage (0 to 100 mV) that is
proportional to differential CO2, 100 mol/mol full
scale, or 1 mol/mol/mV. If the output is measured
with a single-ended voltage measurement, it is
0.065 V or 65 mol/mol high. If this offset remained
constant, it could be corrected in programming.
However, it is better to use a differential voltage
measurement which does not rely on the current
drain remaining constant. The program that follows
illustrates the use of Instruction 2 to make the
measurement. A multiplier of 1 is used to convert
the millivolt output into mol/mol.
PROGRAM
01:
Volt (Diff) (P2)

1: 1
Reps
2: 23
200 mV 60 Hz Rejection
Range
3: 1
DIFF Channel
4: 1
Loc [ umol_mol ]
5: 1
Mult
6: 0
Offset
7.3 THERMOCOUPLE TEMPERATURES

USING CR23X REFERENCE
The use of the built in CR23X thermocouple
reference thermistor is described in the
introductory programming example (Section
OV4).
7.4 THERMOCOUPLE TEMPERATURES

USING AN EXTERNAL REFERENCE
JUNCTION
When a number of thermocouple measurements
are made at some distance from the CR23X, it is
often better to use a reference junction box
located at the site rather than using the CR23X
panel for the reference junction. This reduces
the required length of expensive thermocouple
wire as regular copper wire can be used
between the junction box (J-box) and CR23X. In
addition, if the temperature gradient between the
J-box and the thermocouple measurement
junction is smaller than the gradient between the
CR23X and the measurement junction,
thermocouple accuracy is improved. In the
following example, an external reference
junction is used on 5 thermocouple
measurements. A Campbell Scientific 107
Temperature Probe is used to measure the
reference temperature. The connection scheme
is shown in Figure 7.4-1.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.4-1. Thermocouples with External

Reference Junction
7-3
The temperature of the 107 Probe is stored in

input location 1 and the thermocouple
temperatures in Locations 2-6.
PROGRAM
1: Temp (107) (P11)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
SE Channel
3:
1
Excite w/E1+reps
4:
1
Loc [ REF_TEMP ]
5:
1.0
Mult
6:
0
Offset
1:
5
Reps
2:
21
10 mV, 60 Hz Reject, Slow
Range
3:
1
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5:
1
Ref Temp (Deg. C) Loc [
REF_TEMP ]
6:
2
Loc [ TC_1
]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0.0
Offset
7.5 107 TEMPERATURE PROBE
7.6 ANEMOMETER WITH

PHOTOCHOPPER OUTPUT
An anemometer with a photochopper transducer
produces a pulsed output which is monitored
with the Pulse Count Instruction, configured for
High Frequency Pulses. The anemometer used
in this example is the R.M. Young Model No.
12102D Cup Anemometer which has a 10
window chopper wheel. The photochopper
circuitry is powered from the CR23X 12V supply.
Supplemental charging, AC or solar, should be
used with the CR23X. If a charging source is not
practical, back-up batteries should be used to
compensate for the increased current drain.
Wind speed is desired in meters per second.
There is a pulse each time a window in the
chopper wheel, which revolves with the cups,
allows light to pass from the source to the
photoreceptor. Because there are 10 windows
in the chopper wheel, there are 10 pulses per
revolution. Thus, 1 rpm is equal to 10 pulses
per 60 seconds (1 minute) or 6 rpm = 1 pulse
per second. The manufacturer's calibration for
relating wind speed to rpm is:
Wind speed (m/s) =
0.01632 m/s/rpm x rpm + 0.2 m/s
Instruction 11 is designed to excite and measure

the Campbell Scientific 107 Thermistor Probe
(or the thermistor portion of the 207 temperature
and relative humidity probe) and convert the
measurement into temperature (oC). In this
example, temperatures are obtained from three
107 probes. The measurements are made on
single-ended channels 1-3, and the
temperatures are stored in input locations 1-3.
Pulse count instruction has the option of

converting counts to frequency in Hz
(counts/second). The multiplier and offset to
convert Hz to meters per second are:
CONNECTIONS
= 0.0979 m/s/Hz x XHz + 0.2 m/s
The black leads from the probes go to excitation

channel 1, the purple and clear leads go to a
channel, and the red leads go to single- ended
channels 1, 2, and 3 (high and low sides of
differential channel 1 and high side of 2).
m/s =
0.01632 m/s/rpm x 6 rpm/Hz x XHz + 0.2 m/s
CR23X
PROGRAM
1: Temp (107) (P11)
1:
3
Reps
2:
1
SE Channel
3:
1
Excite all reps w/E1
4:
1
Loc [ TEMP_1 ]
5:
1.0
Mult
6:
0.0
Offset
7-4
FIGURE 7.6-1. Wiring Diagram for

Anemometer
PROGRAM
1: Pulse (P3)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
20
4:
1
5:
.0979
6:
.2
Reps
Pulse Channel 1
High Frequency, Output Hz
Loc [ WS_m_s ]
Mult
Offset
7.7 TIPPING BUCKET RAIN GAUGE

WITH LONG LEADS
A tipping bucket rain gauge is measured with
the Pulse Count Instruction configured for Switch
Closure. Counts from long intervals will be used
(an option in Parameter 3), as the final output
desired is total rainfall (obtained with Instruction
72, Totalize). If counts from long intervals were
discarded, less rainfall would be recorded than
was actually measured by the gauge (assuming
there were counts in the long intervals). Output
is desired in millimeters of precipitation. The
gauge is calibrated for a 0.01 inch tip; a
multiplier of 0.254 is used.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.7-1. Wiring Diagram for Rain

Gauge with Long Leads
In a long cable there is appreciable capacitance
between the lines, which is discharged across
the switch when it closes. In addition to
shortening switch life, a transient may be
induced in other wires, packaged with the rain
gauge leads, each time the switch closes. The
100 ohm resistor protects the switch from arcing
and the associated transient from occurring, and
should be included any time leads longer than
100 feet are used with a switch closure.
PROGRAM
1: Pulse (P3)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
2
4:
1
5:
.254
6:
0.0
Reps
Pulse Channel 1
Switch Closure, All Counts
Loc [ InchRain ]
Mult
Offset
7.8 100 OHM PRT IN 4 WIRE HALF

BRIDGE
Instruction 9 is the best choice for accuracy
where a 100 ohm Platinum Resistance
Thermometer (PRT) is separated from other
bridge completion resistors by a lead length
having more than a few thousandths of an ohm
resistance. In this example, it is desired to
measure a temperature in the range of -10 to
40oC. The length of the cable from the CR23X
to the PRT is 500 feet.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.8-1. Wiring Diagram for PRT in 4

Wire Half Bridge
Figure 7.8-1 diagrams the circuit used to
measure the PRT. The 10 kohm resistor allows
the use of a high excitation voltage and a low
input range. This insures that noise in the
excitation does not have an effect on signal
noise. Because the fixed resistor (Rf) and the
PRT (Rs) have approximately the same
resistance, the differential measurement of the
voltage drop across the PRT can be made on
the same range as the differential measurement
of the voltage drop across Rf. The use of the
same range eliminates any range translation
error that might arise from the 0.01% tolerance
of the range translation resistors in the CR23X.
If the voltage drop across the PRT (V2) is kept
on the 50mV range, self heating of the PRT
should be less than 0.001oC in still air. The
resolution of the measurement is increased as
the excitation voltage (Vx) is increased as long
as the Input Range is not exceeded. The
voltage drop across the PRT is equal to Vx
multiplied by the ratio of Rs to the total
resistance, and is greatest when Rs is greatest
(Rs=115.54 ohms at 40oC). To find the
maximum excitation voltage that can be used,
we assume V2 equal to 50mV and use Ohm's
Law to solve for the resulting current, I.
7-5
I = 50mV/Rs = 50mV/115. 54 ohms = 0.433mA

Next solve for Vx:
Vx = I(R1+Rs+Rf) = 4.42V
If the actual resistances were the nominal
values, the CR23X would not overrange with Vx
= 4.4V. To allow for the tolerances in the actual
resistances, it is decided to set Vx equal to 4.2
volts (e.g., if the 10 kohms resistor is 5% low,
Rs/(R1+Rs+Rf)=115.54/9715.54, and Vx must be
4.204V to keep Vs less than 50mV).
The result of Instruction 9 when the first
differential measurement (V1) is not made on
the 5V range is equivalent to Rs/Rf. Instruction
16 computes the temperature (oC) for a DIN
43760 standard PRT from the ratio of the PRT
resistance to its resistance at 0oC (Rs/R0).
Thus, a multiplier of Rf/R0 is used in Instruction
9 to obtain the desired intermediate, Rs/R0
(=Rs/Rf x Rf/Ro). If Rs and R0 were each
exactly 100 ohms, the multiplier would be 1.
However, neither resistance is likely to be exact.
The correct multiplier is found by connecting the
PRT to the CR23X and entering Instruction 9
with a multiplier of 1. The PRT is then placed in
an ice bath (0oC; Rs=R0), and the result of the
6
bridge measurement is read using the
Mode. The reading is Rs/Rf, which is equal to
Ro/Rf since Rs=Ro. The correct value of the
multiplier, Rf/R0, is the reciprocal of this
reading. The initial reading assumed for this
example was 0.9890. The correct multiplier is:
Rf/R0 = 1/0.9890 = 1.0111.
The fixed 100 ohm resistor must be thermally
stable. Its precision is not important because
the exact resistance is incorporated, along with
that of the PRT, into the calibrated multiplier.
The 10 ppm/oC temperature coefficient of the
fixed resistor will limit the error due to its change
in resistance with temperature to less than
0.15oC over the -10 to 40oC temperature range.
Because the measurement is ratiometric (Rs/Rf),
the properties of the 10 kohm resistor do not
affect the result.
A terminal input module (Model 4WPB100) can
be used to complete the circuit shown in Figure
7.8-1.
PROGRAM
1: Full Bridge w/mv Excit (P9)
1:
1
Reps
2:
22
50 mV, 60 Hz Reject, Slow,
Ex Range
3:
22
Br Range
4:
1
DIFF Channel
5:
1
Excite all reps w/Exchan 1
6: 4400
mV Excitation
7:
1
Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
8:
1.0111 Mult
9:
0.0
Offset
2: Temperature RTD (P16)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
R/R0 Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
3:
2
Loc [ TEMP_degC ]
4:
1.0
Mult
5:
0.0
Offset
7.9 100 OHM PRT IN 3 WIRE HALF

BRIDGE
The temperature measurement requirements in
this example are the same as in Section 7.9. In
this case, a three wire half bridge, Instruction 7,
is used to measure the resistance of the PRT.
The diagram of the PRT circuit is shown in
Figure 7.9-1.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.9-1. 3 Wire Half Bridge Used to

Measure 100 ohm PRT
As in the example in Section 7.8, the excitation
voltage is calculated to be the maximum
possible, yet allow the +50mV measurement
range. The 10 kohm resistor has a tolerance of
1%; thus, the lowest resistance to expect from
it is 9.9 kohms. We calculate the maximum
excitation voltage (Vx) to keep the voltage drop
across the PRT less than 50mV:
0.050V > Vx 115.54/(9900+115.54); Vx < 4.33V
The excitation voltage used is 4.3V.
7-6
The multiplier used in Instruction 7 is determined

in the same manner as in Section 7.8. In this
example, the multiplier (Rf/R0) is assumed to be
100.93.
The 3 wire half bridge compensates for lead wire
resistance by assuming that the resistance of
wire A is the same as the resistance of wire B.
The maximum difference expected in wire
resistance is 2%, but is more likely to be on the
order of 1%. The resistance of Rs calculated
with Instruction 7, is actually Rs plus the
difference in resistance of wires A and B. The
average resistance of 22 AWG wire is 16.5
ohms per 1000 feet, which would give each 500
foot lead wire a nominal resistance of 8.3 ohms.
Two percent of 8.3 ohms is 0.17 ohms.
Assuming that the greater resistance is in wire B,
the resistance measured for the PRT (R0 =
100 ohms) in the ice bath would be 100.17
ohms, and the resistance at 40oC would be
115.71. The measured ratio Rs/R0 is 1.1551;
the actual ratio is 115.54/100 = 1.1554. The
temperature computed by Instruction 16 from
the measured ratio would be about 0.1oC lower
than the actual temperature of the PRT. This
source of error does not exist in the example in
Section 7.8, where a 4 wire half bridge is used to
measure PRT resistance.
The advantages of the 3 wire half bridge are that
it only requires 3 lead wires going to the sensor
and takes 2 single- ended input channels,
whereas the 4 wire half bridge requires 4 wires
and 2 differential channels.
A terminal input module (Model 3WHB10K) can
be used to complete the circuit in Figure 7.9-1. It
uses a 0.01% 8 ppm precision resistor.
PROGRAM
1: 3W Half Bridge (P7)
1:
1
Reps
2:
22
Range
3:
1
SE Channel
4:
1
5: 4300
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
7:
100.93
Mult
8:
0.0
Offset

1:
1
Reps
2:
1
R/R0 Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
3:
2
Loc [ TEMP_degC ]
4:
1.0
Mult
5:
0.0
Offset
7.10 100 OHM PRT IN 4 WIRE FULL

BRIDGE
This example describes obtaining the
temperature from a 100 ohm PRT in a 4 wire
full bridge (Instruction 6). The temperature
being measured is in a constant temperature
bath and is to be used as the input for a control
algorithm. The PRT in this case does not
adhere to the DIN standard (alpha = 0.00385)
used in the temperature calculating Instruction
16. Alpha is defined as (R100/R0-1)/100, where
R100 and R0 are the resistances of the PRT at
100oC and 0oC, respectively. In this PRT,
alpha is equal to 0.00392.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.10-1. Full Bridge Schematic for

100 ohm PRT
The result (X) given by Instruction 6 is 1000
Vs/Vx (where Vs is the measured bridge output
voltage, and Vx is the excitation voltage) which
is:
X = 1000 (Rs/(Rs+R1)-R3/(R2+R3))
The resistance of the PRT (Rs) is calculated
with the Bridge Transform Instruction 59:
Rs = R1 X'/(1-X')
Where
X' = X/1000 + R3/(R2+R3)
Thus, to obtain the value Rs/R0, (R0 = Rs @
0oC) for the temperature calculating Instruction
16, the multiplier and offset used in Instruction 6
are 0.001 and R3/(R2+R3), respectively. The
multiplier used in Instruction 59 to obtain Rs/R0
is R1/R0 (5000/100 = 50).
7-7
It is desired to control the temperature bath at

50oC with as little variation as possible. High
resolution is desired so the control algorithm will
be able to respond to minute changes in
temperature. The highest resolution is obtained
when the temperature range results in an output
voltage (Vs) range which fills the measurement
range selected in Instruction 6. The full bridge
configuration allows the bridge to be balanced
(Vs = 0V) at or near the control temperature.
Thus, the output voltage can go both positive
and negative as the bath temperature changes,
allowing the full use of the measurement range.
The resistance of the PRT is approximately
119.7 ohms at 50oC. The 120 ohm fixed
resistor balances the bridge at approximately
51oC. The output voltage is:
Vs = Vx [Rs/(Rs+R1) - R3/(R2+R3)]
= Vx [Rs/(Rs+5000) - 0.023438]
The temperature range to be covered is 50
10oC. At 40oC Rs is approximately 115.8
ohms, or:
Vs = -802.24x10-6 Vx
even with an excitation voltage (Vx) equal to
5000mV, Vs can be measured on the 10mV
scale (40oC = 115.8 = -4.01mV, 60oC = 123.6
= 3.428mV). There is a change of
approximately 4mV from the output at 40oC to
the output at 51oC, or 364V/oC. With a
resolution of 0.33V on the 10mV range, this
means that the temperature resolution is
0.0009oC.
oC
temperature coefficient of
The 5 ppm per
the fixed resistors was chosen so that their
0.01% accuracy tolerance would hold over the
desired temperature range.
The relationship between temperature and PRT
resistance is a slightly nonlinear one. Instruction
16 computes this relationship for a DIN standard
PRT where the nominal temperature coefficient
is 0.00385/oC. The change in nonlinearity of a
PRT with the temperature coefficient of
0.00392/oC is minute compared with the slope
change. Entering a slope correction factor of
0.00385/0.00392 = 0.98214 as the multiplier in
Instruction 16 results in a calculated
temperature which is well within the accuracy
specifications of the PRT.
7-8
PROGRAM
1: Full Bridge (P6)
1:
1
Reps
2:
21
Range
3:
3
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5: 5000
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
7:
.001
Mult
8:
.02344 Offset
2: BR Transform Rf[X/(1-X)] (P59)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
3:
50
Multiplier (Rf)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
R/R0 Loc [ Rs_Ro ]
3:
2
Loc [ TEMP_degC ]
4:
.98214 Mult
5:
0.0
Offset
7.11 PRESSURE TRANSDUCER - 4

WIRE FULL BRIDGE
This example describes a measurement made
with a Druck PDCR 10/D depth measurement
pressure transducer. The pressure transducer
was ordered with passive temperature
compensation for use with positive or negative
excitation and has a range of 5 psi or about 3.5
meters of water. The transducer is used to
measure the depth of water in a stilling well.
Instruction 6, 4 Wire Full Bridge, is used to
measure the pressure transducer. The high
output of the semiconductor strain gauge
necessitates the use of the 50mV input range.
The sensor is calibrated by connecting it to the
CR23X and using Instruction 6 with a multiplier
of 1 and an offset of 0, noting the readings
6
Mode) with 10 cm of water above the
(
sensor and with 334.6 cm of water above the
sensor. The output of Instruction 6 is 1000 Vs/Vx
or millivolts per volt excitation. At 10 cm the
reading is 0.19963mV/V and at 334.6 cm the
reading is 6.6485mV/V. The multiplier to yield
output in cm is:
(334.6 - 10)/(6.6485-.19963) = 50.334 cm/mV/V
The offset is determined after the pressure

transducer is installed in the stilling well. The
sensor is installed 65 cm below the water level
at the time of installation. The depth of water at
this time is determined to be 72.6 cm relative to
the desired reference. When programmed with
the multiplier determined above and an offset of
0, a reading of 65.12 is obtained. The offset for
the actual measurements is thus determined to
be 72.6 - 65.12 = 7.48 cm.
The lead length is approximately 10 feet, so
there is no appreciable error due to lead wire
resistance. Example 7.13 shows a means of
compensating for long lead lengths.
one would encounter if the actual excitation

voltage was not measured and shows the use
of a 6 wire full bridge to measure a load cell on
a weighing lysimeter (a container buried in the
ground, filled with plants and soil, used for
measuring evapotranspiration).
The lysimeter is 2 meters in diameter and 1.5
meters deep. The total weight of the lysimeter
with its container is approximately 8000 kg. The
lysimeter has a mechanically adjustable
counterbalance, and changes in weight are
measured with a 250 pound (113.6 kg) capacity
Sensotec Model 41 tension/compression load
cell. The load cell has a 4:1 mechanical
advantage on the lysimeter (i.e., a change of 4
kg in the mass of the lysimeter will change the
force on the load cell by 1 kg-force or 980 N).
CR23X
FIGURE 7.11-1. Wiring Diagram for Full

Bridge Pressure Transducer
PROGRAM
1: Full Bridge (P6)
1:
1
Reps
2:
22
Range
3:
1
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5: 5000
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ WATER_cm ]
7:
50.334
Mult
8:
7.48
Offset
7.12 LYSIMETER - 6 WIRE FULL

BRIDGE
When a long cable is required between a load
cell and the CR23X, the resistance of the wire
can create a substantial error in the
measurement if the 4 wire full bridge
(Instruction 6) is used to excite and measure
the load cell. This error arises because the
excitation voltage is lower at the load cell than
at the CR23X due to voltage drop in the cable.
The 6 wire full bridge (Instruction 9) avoids this
problem by measuring the excitation voltage at
the load cell. This example shows the errors
FIGURE 7.12-1. Lysimeter Weighing

Mechanism
The surface area of the lysimeter is 3.1416 m2
or 31,416 cm2, so 1 cm of rainfall or evaporation
results in a 31.416 kg change in mass. The load
cell can measure 113.6 kg, a 227 kg range.
This represents a maximum change of 909 kg
(28 cm of water) in the lysimeter before the
counterbalance would have to be readjusted.
There is 1000 feet of 22 AWG cable between
the CR23X and the load cell. The output of the
load cell is directly proportional to the excitation
voltage. When Instruction 6 (4 wire half bridge)
is used, the assumption is that the voltage drop
in the connecting cable is negligible. The
average resistance of 22 AWG wire is 16.5
ohms per 1000 feet. Thus, the resistance in the
excitation lead going out to the load cell added
to that in the lead coming back to ground is 33
ohms. The resistance of the bridge in the load
cell is 350 ohms. The voltage drop across the
load cell is equal to the voltage at the CR23X
multiplied by the ratio of the load cell resistance,
Rs, to the total resistance, RT, of the circuit. If
Instruction 6 were used to measure the load
7-9
cell, the excitation voltage actually applied to

the load cell, V1 would be:
V1 = Vx Rs/RT = Vx 350/(350+33) = 0.91 Vx
Where Vx is the excitation voltage. This means
that the voltage output by the load cell would
only be 91% of that expected. If recording of
the lysimeter data was initiated with the load cell
output at 0 volts, and 100mm of
evapotranspiration had occurred, calculation of
the change with Instruction 6 would indicate that
only 91mm of water had been lost. Because the
error is a fixed percentage of the output, the
actual magnitude of the error increases with the
force applied to the load cell. If the resistance of
the wire was constant, one could correct for the
voltage drop with a fixed multiplier. However,
the resistance of copper changes 0.4% per
degree C change in temperature. Assume that
the cable between the load cell and the CR23X
lays on the soil surface and undergoes a 25oC
diurnal temperature fluctuation. If the resistance
is 33 ohms at the maximum temperature, then at
the minimum temperature, the resistance is:
(1-25x0.004)33 ohms = 29.7 ohms
The actual excitation voltage at the load cell is:
V1 = 350/(350+29.7) Vx = .92 Vx
The excitation voltage has increased by 1%,
relative to the voltage applied at the CR23X. In
this case, where we were recording a 91mm
change in water content, there would be a 1mm
diurnal change in the recorded water content that
would actually be due to the change in
temperature. Instruction 9 solves this problem
by actually measuring the voltage drop across
the load cell bridge. The drawbacks to using
Instruction 9 are that it requires an extra
differential channel and the added expense of a
6 wire cable. In this case, the benefits are worth
the expense.
The load cell has a nominal full scale output of 3
millivolts per volt excitation. If the excitation is
3.3 volts, the full scale output is 9.9 millivolts;
thus, the 10 millivolt range is selected. The
calibrated output of the load cell is 3.106mV/V1
at a load of 250 pounds. Output is desired in
millimeters of water with respect to a fixed point.
The calibration in mV/V1/mm is:
7-10
3.106mV/V1/250lb x 2.2lb/kg x
3.1416kg/mm/4 =
0.02147mV/V1/mm
The reciprocal of this gives the multiplier to
convert mV/V1 into millimeters. (The result of
Instruction 9 is the ratio of the output voltage to
the actual excitation voltage multiplied by 1000,
which is mV/V1):
1/0.02147mV/V1/mm = 46.583mm/mV/V1
The output from the load cell is connected so
that the voltage increases as the mass of the
lysimeter increases. (If the actual mechanical
linkage was as diagrammed in Figure 7.12-1,
the output voltage would be positive when the
load cell was under tension.)
When the experiment is started, the water
content of the soil in the lysimeter is
approximately 25% on a volume basis. It is
decided to use this as the reference, (i.e., 0.25 x
1500mm = 375 mm). The experiment is started
at the beginning of what is expected to be a
period during which evapotranspiration exceeds
precipitation. Instruction 9 is programmed with
the correct multiplier and no offset. After
hooking everything up, the counterbalance is
adjusted so that the load cell is near the top of
its range; this will allow a longer period before
readjustment is necessary. The result of
6
Mode)
Instruction 9 (monitored with the
is 109. The offset needed to give the desired
initial value of 375mm is 266. However, it is
decided to add this offset in a separate
instruction so that the result of Instruction 9 can
be used as a ready reminder of the strain on the
load cell (range = 140mm). When the strain on
the load cell nears its rated limits, the
counterbalance is readjusted and the offset
recalculated to provide a continuous record of
the water budget.
The program table has an execution interval of
10 seconds. The average value in millimeters
is output to Final Storage (not shown in Table)
every hour. The average is used, instead of a
sample, in order to cancel out the effects of
wind loading on the lysimeter.
CR23X
FIGURE 7.12-2. 6 Wire Full Bridge

Connection for Load Cell
PROGRAM
1: Full Bridge w/mv Excit (P9)
1:
1
Reps
2:
25
5000 mV, 60 Hz Reject,
Fast, Ex Range
3:
21
Br Range
4:
1
DIFF Channel
5:
1
6: 3300
mV Excitation
7:
1
Loc [ RAW_MEAS ]
8:
46.583
Mult
9:
0.0
Offset
2: Z=X+F (P34)
1:
1
2:
266
3:
2
X Loc [ RAW_MEAS ]
F
Z Loc [ MEAS_OFFS ]
coefficients for a 5th order polynomial to convert

block resistance to water potential in bars.
There are two polynomials: one to optimize the
range from -0.1 to -2 bars, and one to cover the
range from -0.1 to -10 bars (the minus sign is
omitted in the output). The -0.1 to -2 bar
polynomial requires a multiplier of 1 in the
Bridge Transform Instruction (result in kohms)
and the -0.1 to -10 bar polynomial requires a
multiplier of 0.1 (result in 10,000s of ohms). The
multiplier is a scaling factor to maintain the
maximum number of significant digits in the
coefficients of the polynomial.
In this example, we wish to make
measurements on 6 gypsum blocks and output
the final data in bars. The soil where the
moisture measurements are to be made is quite
wet at the time the data logging is initiated, but
is expected to dry beyond the -2 bar limit of the
wet range polynomial. The dry range polynomial
is used, so a multiplier of 0.1 is entered in the
bridge transform instruction.
When the water potential is computed, it is
written over the resistance value. The potentials
are stored in input locations 1-6 where they may
be accessed for output to Final Storage. If it
was desired to retain the resistance values, the
potential measurements could be stored in
Locations 7-12 by changing Parameter 3 in
Instruction 55 to 7.
7.13 227 GYPSUM SOIL MOISTURE

BLOCK
Soil moisture is measured with a gypsum block
by relating the change in moisture to the change
in resistance of the block. An AC Half Bridge
(Instruction 5) is used to determine the
resistance of the gypsum block. Rapid reversal
of the excitation voltage inhibits polarization of
the sensor. Polarization creates an error in the
output so the fast integration time is used. The
output of Instruction 5 is the ratio of the output
voltage to the excitation voltage; this output is
converted to gypsum block resistance with
Instruction 59, Bridge Transform.
The Campbell Scientific 227 Soil Moisture Block
uses a Delmhorst gypsum block with a 1 kohm
bridge completion resistor (there are also series
capacitors to block DC current and degradation
due to electrolysis. Using data supplied by
Delmhorst, Campbell Scientific has computed
CR23X
FIGURE 7.13-1. 6 Gypsum Blocks

Connected to the CR23X
PROGRAM
1: AC Half Bridge (P5)
1:
6
Reps
2:
14
1000 mV, Fast Range
3:
1
SE Channel
4:
1
5: 1000
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ Vs_Vx_1 ]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0.0
Offset
7-11
2: BR Transform Rf[X/(1-X)] (P59)

1:
6
Reps
2:
1
Loc [ Vs_Vx_1 ]
3:
.1
Multiplier (Rf)
3: Polynomial (P55)
1:
6
Reps
2:
1
X Loc [ Vs_Vx_1 ]
3:
1
F(X) Loc [ Vs_Vx_1 ]
4:
.15836 C0
5:
6.1445 C1
6:
-8.4189 C2
7:
9.2493 C3
8:
-3.1685 C4
9:
.33392 C5
coefficients of the higher order terms are to be

entered with the maximum number of significant
digits. If 0.001 is used as a multiplier on the
millivolt output, the coefficients are divided by
0.001 raised to the appropriate power (i.e.,
C0=C0, C1=C1/0.001, C2=C2/.000001, etc.).
With this adjustment, the coefficients entered in
Parameters 4-9 of Instruction 55 become:
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
-53.784
147.97
-218.76
219.05
-111.34
23.365
7.14 NONLINEAR THERMISTOR IN

HALF BRIDGE (CAMPBELL
SCIENTIFIC MODEL 101)
Instruction 11, 107 Thermistor Probe,
automatically calculates temperature by
transforming the millivolt reading with a 5th order
polynomial. Instruction 55, Polynomial, can be
used to calculate temperature of any nonlinear
thermistor, provided the correlation between
temperature and probe output is known, and an
appropriate polynomial fit has been determined.
In this example, the CR23X is used to measure
the temperature of 5 Campbell Scientific 101
Probes (used with the CR21). Instruction 4,
Excite, Delay, and Measure, is used because the
high source resistance of the probe requires a
long input settling time (see Section 13.3.1).
The signal voltage is then transformed to
temperature using the Polynomial Instruction.
The manual for the 101 Probe gives the
coefficients of the 5th order polynomial used to
convert the output in millivolts to temperature (E
denotes the power of 10 by which the mantissa
is multiplied):
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
-53.7842
0.147974
-2.18755E-4
2.19046E-7
-1.11341E-10
2.33651E-14
The CR23X will only allow 5 significant digits to

the right or left of the decimal point to be entered
from the keyboard. The polynomial cannot be
applied exactly as given in the 101 manual. The
initial millivolt reading must be scaled if the
7-12
CR23X
FIGURE 7.14-1. 101 Thermistor Probes

Connected to CR23X
PROGRAM
1: Excite-Delay (SE) (P4)
1:
5
Reps
2:
24
1000 mV, 60 Hz Reject,
Slow Range
3:
1
SE Channel
4:
1
5:
10
Delay (units 0.01 sec)
6:
400
mV Excitation
7:
1
Loc [ V_1
]
8:
1.0
Mult
9:
0.0
Offset
2: Polynomial (P55)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
X Loc [ V_1
]
3:
1
F(X) Loc [ V_1
4:
-53.784
C0
5:
147.97
C1
6:
-218.76
C2
7:
219.05
C3
8:
-111.34
C4
9:
23.365
C5
7.15 WATER LEVEL - GEOKON'S

VIBRATING WIRE PRESSURE SENSOR
The vibrating wire sensor utilizes a change in
the frequency of a vibrating wire to sense
pressure. Figure 7.15-1 illustrates how an
increase in pressure on the diaphragm
decreases the tension on the wire attached to
the diaphragm. A decrease in the wire tension
decreases the resonant frequency in the same
way that loosening a guitar string decreases its
frequency.
Vibrating Wire Measurement Instruction 28
excites the "plucking" and "pickup" coils shown
in Figure 7.15-1 with a "swept" frequency. A
"swept" frequency is a group of different
frequencies that are sent one right after another
starting with the lowest frequency and ending
with the highest. The lowest and highest
frequencies are entered by the user in units of
hundreds of Hz. This swept frequency causes
the wire to vibrate at each of the individual
frequencies. Ideally, all of the frequencies
except the one matching the resonant

frequency of the wire will die out in a very short
time. The wire will vibrate with the resonant
frequency for a relatively long period of time,
cutting the lines of flux in the "plucking" and
"pickup" coils and inducing the same frequency
on the lines to the CR23X. Instruction 28 then
accurately measures how much time it takes to
receive a user specified number of cycles.
The vibrating wire requires temperature
compensation. A nonlinear thermistor built into
the probe is measured using Instruction 4, a
single-ended half bridge measurement with
excitation, and calculated with Instruction 55, a
fifth order polynomial instruction.
Campbell Scientific's AVW1 or AVW4 Vibrating
Wire Sensor Interface provides transformer
isolation between the datalogger and vibrating
wire sensors.
The transformer strips off any DC noise on the
signal, improving the ability to detect cycles.
FIGURE 7.15-1. A Vibrating Wire Sensor
7-13
The following calculations are based on using a

Geokon model 4500 Vibrating Wire sensor. An
individual multiplier and offset must be
calculated for each sensor used in a system.
MULTIPLIER
The fundamental equation relating frequency to
pressure is
the well to the water surface. The sensor is

vented to atmosphere to eliminate
measurement errors due to changes in
barometric pressure. The water level is
expected to stay within 40 to 80 feet of the lip so
the 50 psi pressure sensor is placed
approximately 100 feet below the lip of the well.
The calibration data from Geokon is provided in
Table 7.15-1.
P = -FxG + B where
P = pressure, PSI
G = the Gage Factor obtained from the
sensors calibration sheet in PSI/digit.
The units of a digit are Hz2(10-3).
B = offset
Fx = f2Hz2(10-3), where f is frequency.
Instruction 28 measures period, T, of the
vibrating wire in milliseconds (ms) and returns a
measured value, X, of
X = 1/(T2(ms)2) = f2(10-6)Hz2
A multiplier of -1000 in Instruction 28 converts
the measurement to digits, as shown below.
-Fx = -X(-103) = -f2(10-3)Hz2
To calculate the multiplier, convert Geokon's
gage factor, G, to the desired units (i.e., feet of
2
water per digit) and multiply by -1000 digits/kHz .
TEMPERATURE CORRECTION
The temperature correction is applied as
follows.
PT = P + C (t1 - t0), where
= Pressure corrected for temperature, C
= Temperature coefficient, PSI/C
(from Geokon calibration sheet)
t0 & t1 = Initial and current temperatures, C.
PT
C
The temperature coefficient, C, must be

converted to units compatible with the gage
factor, G.
WELL MONITORING EXAMPLE
In this example the vibrating wire sensor is used
to monitor water table height (Figure 7.15-2).
The desired data is the distance from the lip of
7-14
TABLE 7.15-1 Calibration Data for

Sensor 3998
Gage Factor
(psi/digit)
Temp. Coeff.
(psi/C)
0.0151
-0.0698
The multiplier, m, is calculated to convert the

reading to feet of water.
m = 0.0151 (psi/digit) 2.3067 (ft of water/psi)
2
2
-1000 digits/kHz = -34.831 ft of water/kHz
After the probe reaches thermal equilibrium, the
initial temperature, t0, is measured to be 24C.
The water column above the sensor is referred
to as the "Reading". The Reading decreases
with increasing "Distance" from lip of well to
water surface so the Distance is computed by
subtracting the Reading from the Offset as
shown in Figure 7.15-2.
The "Initial Distance" to the water surface is
measured with a chalked line to be 47.23 feet
below the lip. The first time the program is
executed, the program calculates the offset
(Offset = Distance + Reading) required to obtain
a reading of 47.23 feet. The offset is stored in
Location 4 and applied to subsequent
measurements.
NOTE: Following program compilation in
0
the
Mode, all input locations are set
to zero. This fact is utilized to detect the
first execution following a program
compilation.
The example assumes the sensor has been
connected as shown here.
CR23X & AVW1
FIGURE 7.15-2. Well Monitoring Example
7-15
CR23X
FIGURE 7.15-3. Hook up to AVW1

PROGRAM
02:
AVW1 & CR23X USED TO MEASURE 1

GEOKON VIBRATING WIRE SENSOR.
* Table 1 Program
01:
60
01:
7-16
Excite-Delay (SE) (P4)

1:
1
Reps
2: 15
5000 mV Fast Range
3:
1
SE Channel
4:
1
5:
1
6: 2500
mV Excitation
7:
1
Loc [ Temp
]
8:
.001
Mult
9:
0
Offset
03:
Polynomial (P55)
1:
1
Reps
2:
1
X Loc [ Temp
]
3:
1
F(X) Loc [ Temp
4: -104.78
C0
5: 378.11
C1
6: -611.59
C2
7: 544.27
C3
8: -240.91
C4
9: 43.089
C5
Vibrating Wire (SE) (P28)

1:
1
Reps
2:
2
SE Channel
3:
1
4: 24
Starting Freq. (units = 100 Hz)
5: 32
End Freq. (units = 100 Hz)
6: 500
No. of Cycles
7:
0
Rep Delay (units = 0.01 sec)
8:
2
Loc [ Pressure ]
9: -34.836
Mult
10: 0
Offset
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
1
2: -24
3:
3
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
3
2:
-.0698
3:
3
TABLE 7.16-1 Period Averaging Inst. 27

X Loc [ Temp
]
F
Z Loc [ Temp_Comp ]
X Loc [ Temp_Comp ]
F
Z Loc [ Temp_Comp ]
Z=X+Y (P33)
1:
3
X Loc [ Temp_Comp ]
2:
2
Y Loc [ Pressure ]
3:
2
Z Loc [ Pressure ]
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
5
X Loc [ Cmpile_Ck ]
2:
1
=
3:
0
F
4: 30
Then Do
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
2
2: 47.23
3:
4
X Loc [ Pressure ]
F
Z Loc [ Offset ]
Z=F (P30)
1:
1
2:
0
3:
5
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ Cmpile_Ck ]
10:
End (P95)
11:
Z=X-Y (P35)
1:
4
2:
2
3:
6
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
4
4
06:
07:
08:
4
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Gain/output option
Single Ended Input
Channel
# Cycles to measure
Time out (0.01 sec, at
least the maximum
duration of the # of cycles
specified + 1 1/2 cycles.)
Destination input location
Multiplier
Offset
GAIN/OUTPUT OPTION, PARAMETER 2

The nominal pressure frequency range is 32 to
42 kHz over the stated pressure range (period
of 3.110-5 to 2.410-5). The nominal
temperature frequency is 172 kHz, 50 ppm/C
(period of 5.810-6). The gain/output option
(Parameter 2) is based on the maximum input
frequency. For the stated temperature and
pressure frequency ranges, the gain codes are
3 and 4 (refer to Table 7.16-2). Codes 1 and 2
are not used with Paroscientific transducers.
For period, the output option is 0.
TABLE 7.16-2 Input Frequency Gain Codes
X Loc [ Offset ]
Y Loc [ Pressure ]
Z Loc [ Distance ]
Range
Code
1
2
3
4
7.16 PAROSCIENTIFIC "T" SERIES

PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
The Paroscientific "T" series transducer has two
resonating quartz crystals that output frequency
signals for temperature and pressure. The
pressure output requires temperature
compensation. Instruction 27 measures the
outputs and returns period in microseconds
(refer to Table 7.16-1).
Peak to Peak Volts

Maximum
Required @ Max. Freq.* Frequency
2
5
20
500
mV
mV
mV
V
10
20
30
100
kHz
kHz
kHz
kHz
0x
1x
Output period in microseconds

Output frequency in kHz
where x is range code
AC voltage; must be centered around

CR23X ground.
7-17
TIME OUT, PARAMETER 5

The "time out", Parameter 5, specifies the
maximum length of time the instruction waits on
each repetition to receive the number of cycles
specified in Parameter 4. The time out units are
0.01 seconds. The minimum time out is the
time required to receive the specified number of
cycles at the maximum expected frequency.
Time out calculations using a recommended
9000 and 5000 cycles for temperature and
pressure at the maximum frequency are shown
below.
Time out for temperature: 6,
5.22 = (5.810-6)(9000/0.01)
If the time out expires before the requested

number of cycles are read, -99999 is stored in
the input location (Parameter 6). After reading
the correct number of cycles, program
execution advances to the next instruction; the
time out may be over estimated without losing
execution speed.
CONVERTING MICROSECONDS TO C AND PSI
Instruction 64 (Paroscientific Processing)
reports the temperature in C and the pressure
in PSI using the measurements made by
Instruction 27 (period average).
The pressure (P) and temperature (T) in
microseconds are converted to psi and C
according to the following relationships provided
by Paroscientific.
2
P = C (1-T0 /Tau )(1-D(1-T0 /Tau ))

2
T = Y1U + Y2U + Y3U
where:
C
= C1 + C2U + C3U
= D1 + D2U
T0 = T1 + T2U + T3U + T4U + T5U

U
= Ut - U 0
Tau= measured period, in microseconds, of

pressure
Ut = measured period, in microseconds, of
temperature
7-18
ENTERING THE COEFFICIENTS

Coefficients are entered using CR23X
Instruction 65 (Bulk Load). A calibration sheet
from Paroscientific which accompanies the
transducer lists the 14 coefficients. Table
7.16-3 shows the correct format for entering the
coefficients. The coefficients shown are for
transducer Serial Number 30135. Your
coefficients will be different.
TABLE 7.16-3 Coefficient Entry Format for
Paroscientific "T" Series Pressure
Transducer Instruction 30
Time out for pressure: 16,

15.5 = (3.110-5)(5000/0.01)
Values for the calibration coefficients (U0, Y1,

Y2, Y3, C1, C2, C3, D1, D2, T1, T2, T3, T4, T5)
are provided by Paroscientific.
Coeff.
U0
Y1
Y2
* Y3
C1
C2
C3
* D1
D2
T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
Value
5.860253
-3970.348
-7114.265
102779.1
70.29398
6.610141
-119.2867
0.0308837
0.0
26.33703
0.8516985
21.80118
0.0
0.0
Entry
5.8603
-3970.3
-7114.3
102.78
70.294
6.6101
-119.29
30.884
0.0
26.337
0.85170
21.801
0.0
0.0
* Y3 and D1 coefficients are entered as Y3/1000

and D1*1000.
Only the first 5 digits of each 7 digit coefficient
are entered in the datalogger. The maximum
error that occurs due to using five digit
coefficients is 0.001 psi throughout a 15 psi
range at any temperature between -30 and
+60C. The maximum error in temperature
calculations is 0.2C over the same temperature
range.
CONNECTIONS
Figure 7.16-1 details the components required
for connecting the transducer to the CR23X.
The user supplied components are commonly
available at commercial electronic stores.
CR23X
CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 7.16-1. CR23X/Paroscientific "T" Series Transducer Wiring Diagram

PROGRAM EXAMPLE
The following example reads the coefficients
from a subroutine only when the datalogger
program is compiled. The coefficients are
stored in Input Locations 3 through 16. The
temperature frequency is read on single-ended
Channel 1 and stored in Input Location 1.
Pressure is measured on single-ended Channel
2 and stored in Location 2. Instruction 64
converts the readings to engineering units.
Temperature (C), pressure (psi), and signature
are stored in Locations 19 through 21,
respectively. The signature is based on the 14
coefficients. Record the signature once the
coefficients are correctly entered in the
program. The recorded signature may be used
to identify any changes made to the coefficients
at a later date. Instructions to output the
readings to Final Storage are not included in
this example.
PROGRAM
* Table 1 Program
01:
60
;Load the coefficients if the program has
;just compiled.
;
01:
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
17
X Loc [ Comp_Chk ]
2:
1
=
3:
0
F
4:
1
Call Subroutine 1
;Measure the temperature period in

;microseconds.
;
02: Period Average (SE) (P27)
1:
1
Reps
2:
4
Input Gain = 1
3:
1
SE Channel
4: 9000
No. of Cycles
5:
6
Timeout (units = 0.01 seconds)
6:
1
Loc [ Temp_us ]
7:
1
Mult
8:
1
Offset
;Measure the pressure period in
;microseconds.
;
03: Period Average (SE) (P27)
1:
1
Reps
2:
4
Input Gain = 1
3:
2
SE Channel
4: 5000
No. of Cycles
5:
15
Timeout (units = 0.01 seconds)
6:
2
Loc [ Press_us ]
7:
1
Mult
8:
0
Offset
7-19
;Find Temperature and Pressure.

;
04: Paroscientific (P64)
1:
1
Loc [ Temp_us ]
2:
19
Loc [ Temp_C ]
* Table 3 Subroutines
01:
Beginning of Subroutine (P85)

1:
1
Subroutine 1
02:
Bulk Load (P65)

1:
5.8603 F
2: -3970.3
F
3: -7114.3
F
4: 102.78
F
5:
70.294
F
6:
6.6101 F
7: -119.29
F
8:
30.884
F
9:
3
Loc [ U0
03:
04:
Bulk Load (P65)

1:
0
F
2:
26.337
F
3:
.85170 F
4:
21.801
F
5:
0
F
6:
0
F
7:
1
F
8:
0
F
9:
11
Loc [ D2
7.17 4 TO 20 MA SENSOR USING

CURS100 TERMINAL INPUT
MODULE
A dew point sensor has a 4 to 20 mA output
over the dew point temperature range of -40 to
+70C. The dew point sensor output may be
measured by the CR23X using the CUS100
Terminal Input Module (TIM). The CUS100
uses a 100 , 0.01 % resistor to convert the 4
to 20 mA range to 400 to 2000 mV. The
millivolt range was found using the relationship
V = IR, where V is voltage, I is current, and R is
resistance, e.g. the voltage at -40C is given by
V = 4 mA 100 = 400 mV. The dew point
sensor is measured with Instruction 2 (Volt Diff).
The multiplier for dew point temperature is
found with the following relationship [70C (-40C)] / [2000 mV - 400 mV] = 0.06875C/mV.
The offset is found by taking the linear
relationship C = mV Mult + Offset and solving
for the Offset. At -40C the voltage is 400 mV,
thus the Offset = -40 - [400 mV
0.06875C/mV] = -67.5C.
CONNECTIONS
The dew point sensor is measured with a
differential voltage measurement on differential
analog input 4. The CURS100 TIM and dew
point sensor are wired to the CR23X wiring
panel as shown in Figure 7.17-1.
PROGRAM
End (P95)
01:
End Program
INPUT LOCATION LABELS:
1 Temp_us
2 Press_us
3 U0
4 Y1
5 Y2
6 Y3
7 C1
8 C2
9 C3
10 D1
11 D2
7-20
12 T1
13 T2
14 T3
15 T4
16 T5
17 Comp_Chk
18 plce_hold
19 Temp_C
20 Press_psi
21 Signature
Volt (Diff) (P2)

1: 1
Reps
2: 25
5000 mV Slow 60 Hz
Rejection Range
3: 4
DIFF Channel
4: 1
Loc [ Dew_Pnt_C ]
5:
.06875 Mult
6: -67.5
Offset
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Dew_Pnt_C
CR23X
CR10X
H
4H
4H
4L
4L
100
0.01%
4 to 20 mA
Sensor
GND
AG
CURS100
G
G
12V Power12V
Out
G
G
FIGURE 7.17-1 Wiring Diagram for CURS100 Terminal Input Module and 4 to 20 mA Sensor.
7-21
7-22
SECTION 8. PROCESSING AND PROGRAM CONTROL EXAMPLES

The following examples are intended to illustrate the use of Processing and Program Control
Instructions, flags, dual Final Storage, and the capability to direct the results of Output Processing
Instructions to Input Storage.
The specific examples may not be as important as some of the techniques employed, for example:
Directing Output Processing to Input Storage is used in the Running Average and Rainfall Intensity
examples (8.1 and 8.2).
Flag tests are used in the Running Average, Interrupt Subroutine, Converting Wind Direction, and
Saving Data Prior to Event examples (8.1, 8.5, 8.7 and 8.8).
Control ports and the Loop are illustrated in the AM32 example (8.3).
An algorithm for a down counter is used in the Saving Data Prior to Event example (8.8).
Powering 12 V sensors with the switched 12 V port (8.12).
As in Section 7 these examples are not complete programs to be taken verbatim. They need to be
altered to fit specific needs.
8.1 COMPUTATION OF RUNNING

MAXIMUM
It is sometimes necessary to compute a running
maximum (i.e., the maximum covers a fixed
number of samples and is continuously updated
as new samples are taken). Because the
output interval is shorter than the period over
which the maximum is determined, Instruction
71 cannot be used; the algorithm for computing
this maximum must be programmed by the
user. The following example demonstrates a
program for computing a running maximum.
In this example, each time a new measurement
is made (in this case a thermocouple
temperature) a maximum is determined and
computed for the 10 most recent samples. This
is done by saving all 10 temperatures in
contiguous input locations and using the Spatial
Maximum Instruction (49) to determine the
maximum. The temperatures are stored in
locations 11 through 20. Each time the table is
executed, the new measurement is stored in
location 20 and the maximum is stored in
location 2. The Block Move Instruction (54) is
then used to move the temperatures from
locations 12 through 20 down by 1 location; the
oldest measurement (in location 11) is lost
when the temperature from location 12 is
written over it.
PROGRAM
*
01:
Table 1 Program
10.0
01:
Panel Temperature (P17)

1: 1
Loc [ Panl_Temp ]
02:
Thermocouple Temp (DIFF) (P14)

1: 1
Reps
2: 1
10 mV Slow Range
3: 1
DIFF Channel
4: 1
5: 1
Ref Temp Loc [ Panl_Temp ]
6: 20
Loc [ Temp_i ]
7: 1
Mult
8: 0
Offset
03:
Spatial Maximum (P49)

1: 10
Swath
2: 11
First Loc [ Temp_i_9 ]
3: 2
Avg Loc [ 10smpl_av ]
04:
Block Move (P54)

1: 9
No. of Values
2: 12
First Source Loc [ Temp_i_8 ]
3: 1
Source Step
4: 11
First Destination Loc [ Temp_i_9 ]
5: 1
Destination Step
05:
Do (P86)
1: 10
8-1
06:
Sample (P70)
1: 1
Reps
2: 2
Loc [ 10smpl_mx ]
03:
Set Active Storage Area (P80)

1:
3
Input Storage Area
2:
3
Array ID or Loc [ max_i
04:
Maximum (P73)
1:
1
Reps
2:
5
Loc [ XX_mg_M3 ]
05:
Spatial Maximum (P49)

1:
3
Swath
2:
1
First Loc [ max_i_2 ]
3:
4
Avg Loc [ 3_Hr_max ]
In the above example, all samples for the

maximum are stored in input locations. This is
necessary when an maximum must be output
with each new sample. In most cases,
maximums are desired less frequently than
sampling. For example, it may be necessary to
sample some parameter every 5 seconds and
output every hour a maximum of the previous
three hours' readings. If all samples were
saved, this would require 2160 input locations.
The same value can be obtained by determining
an hourly maximum and determining the
maximum of the hourly maximums for the past
three hours. To do this requires that hourly
maximums be stored in input locations.
06:

1:
1
Final Storage Area 1
2:
25
Array ID or Loc [ _________ ]
07:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
08:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
4
09:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
10
Do if Output Flag is High
(Flag 0)
2:
30
Then Do
Instruction 80 is used to send the 1 hour

maximum to Input Storage and again to send
the 3 hour maximum to Final Storage.
10:
Block Move (P54)

1:
2
No. of Values
2:
2
First Source Loc
[ max_i_1 ]
3:
1
Source Step
4:
1
First Destination Loc
[ max_i_2 ]
5:
1
Destination Step
11:
End (P95)
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Panl_Temp
2 10smpl_mx
11 Temp_i_#1
12 Temp_i_8
13 Temp_i_7
14 Temp_i_6
15 Temp_i_5
16 Temp_i_4
17 Temp_i_3
18 Temp_i_2
19 Temp_i_1
20 Temp_i
PROGRAM
*
01:
01:
02:
8-2
Table 1 Program
5.0
Volt (Diff) (P2)
1:
1
Reps
2:
25
5000 mV Slow 60 Hz
Rejection Range
3:
3
DIFF Channel
4:
5
Loc [ XX_mg_M3 ]
5:
10
Mult
6:
0
Offset
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
Interval (same units as
above)
3:
10
Reps
Loc [ 3_Hr_max ]
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 max_i_2
2 max _i_1
3 max _i
4 3_Hr_ max
5 XX_mg_M3
8.2 RAINFALL INTENSITY

In this example, the total rain for the last 15
minutes is output only if any rain has occurred.
The program makes use of the capability to
direct the output of Output Processing
Every 15 minutes, the total rain is sent to Input

Storage. If the total is not equal to 0, output is
redirected to Final Storage Area 1, the time is
output and the total is sampled.
8.3 USING CONTROL PORTS AND

LOOP TO RUN AM416
MULTIPLEXER
PROGRAM
*
01:
01:
Table 1 Program
60.0
Pulse (P3)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
2
4:
1
5:
.254
6:
0
Reps
Pulse Input Channel
Switch Closure
Loc [ Precip_mm ]
Mult
Offset
02:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
15
3:
10
03:

1:
3
Input Storage Area
2:
2
Array ID or Loc [ 15min_tot ]
04:
Totalize (P72)
1:
1
2:
1
05:
06:
Reps
Loc [ Precip_mm ]
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
X Loc [ 15min_tot ]
2:
2
<>
3:
0
F
4:
30
Then Do
1:
1
2:
25
Array ID or Loc
[ _________ ]
07:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
08:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
2
09:
End (P95)
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Precip_mm
2 15min_tot
Reps
Loc [ 15min_tot ]
This example uses an AM416 to measure 16

copper-constantan thermocouples and 16
Model 223 soil moisture blocks. The sensors
are read every ten minutes and the average
value output once an hour. The multiplexer is
housed in an AM-ENCT enclosure to minimize
thermocouple errors created by thermal
gradients. A 107 Temperature Probe is
centrally located on the multiplexer board and
used as a thermocouple temperature reference.
The AM416 switches the 223 moisture block out
of the circuit when it is not being measured.
This eliminates the need for the blocking
capacitors used in the model 227 soil moisture
block. The 223 blocks are about one fifth the
cost of the 227 blocks.
Control ports are used to reset the AM416 and
clock it through its channels. The sequence of
the program is:
Measure the 107 probe located at the

AM416 for TC temperature reference.
CR23X sets the port high which resets the
AM416.
A loop is entered; within each pass:
The port clocking the AM416 is pulsed.
Delay to ensure relay is closed.
The connected TCs and moisture blocks
are measured.
CR23X sets the port controlling AM416 reset
low.
Soil moisture measurements are converted
to block resistances.
The input location in which the temperature and

soil moisture measurements are stored is
indexed to the loop counter (Instruction 87,
Section 12). An indexed location is
incremented by one with each pass through the
loop. For example, on the first pass
temperature is stored in Location 2, and soil
moisture in Location 18. On the second pass
moisture in Location 19. After 16 loop passes,
temperature and soil moisture measurements
occupy Locations 2 through 17 and 18 through
33, respectively.
Connections are shown in Figure 8.3-1.
8-3
CR23X
AM416
12V
G
C1
C2
1H
1L
EX1
2L
EX2
2H
FIGURE 8.3-1. AM416 Wiring Diagram For Thermocouple and Soil Moisture Block Measurements
PROGRAM
*
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
8-4
Table 1 Program
600.0
Temp (107) (P11)
1:
1
Reps
2:
4
SE Channel
3:
1
4:
1
Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
5:
1
Mult
6:
0
Offset
Do (P86)
1:
41
Do (P86)
1:
72
Pulse Port 2
Delay w/Opt Excite (P22)

1:
1
Ex Channel
2:
0
Delay W/Ex (units = 0.01
sec)
3:
1
Delay After Ex (units =
0.01 sec)
4:
0
mV Excitation
1:
1
Reps
2:
21
10 mV Slow 60 Hz
Rejection Range
3:
1
DIFF Channel
4:
1
6:
7:
8:
2-1
0
Ref Temp Loc

[ Ref_Temp ]
Loc [ TC_#1 ]
Mult
Offset
07:
AC Half Bridge (P5)

1:
1
Reps
2:
13
200 mV Fast Range
3:
3
SE Channel
4:
1
Ex Channel Option
5: 200
mV Excitation
6:
18-Loc [ Soil_#1 ]
7:
1
Mult
8:
0
Offset
08:
End (P95)
09:
Do (P86)
1:
51
Set Port 1 High
Beginning of Loop (P87)

1:
0
Delay
2:
16
Loop Count
5:
Set Port 1 Low
10:
BR Transform
1:
16
2:
18
3:
.1
Rf[X/(1-X)] (P59)
Reps
Loc [ Soil_#1 ]
Multiplier (Rf)
11:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
12:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
13:
Average (P71)
1:
33
Reps
2:
1
Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Ref_Temp
2 TC_#1
3 TC_#2
4 TC_#3
5 TC_#4
6 TC_#5
7 TC_#6
8 TC_#7
9 TC_#8
10 TC_#9
11 TC_#10
12 TC_#11
13 TC_#12
14 TC_#13
15 TC_#14
16 TC_#15
17 TC_#16
18 Soil_#1
19 Soil_#2
20 Soil_#3
21 Soil_#4
22 Soil_#5
23 Soil_#6
24 Soil_#7
25 Soil_#8
26 Soil_#9
27 Soil_#10
28 Soil_#11
29 Soil_#12
30 Soil_#13
31 Soil_#14
32 Soil_#15
33 Soil_#16
8.4 SUB 1 MINUTE OUTPUT INTERVAL

SYNCHED TO REAL TIME
Output can be synchronized to seconds by
pressing - or C while entering the first
parameter in Instruction 92. If a counter,
incremented within the program, was used to
determine when to set the Output Flag, output
would depend on the number of times the table
was executed. The actual time of output would
depend on when the program was actually
compiled and started running. If the table
overran its execution interval (Section 1.1.1),
the output interval would not be the count
multiplied by the execution interval, but some
longer interval.
03:
If time is (P92)
1: 0-Minutes (Seconds --) into a
2: 30
3: 10
04:
Average (P71)
1: 1
Reps
2: 2
Loc [ TC_Temp ]
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Ref_Temp
2 TC_Temp
8.5 SWITCH CLOSURES ON CONTROL

PORTS (RAIN GAGE)
Control ports 6, 7, and 8 can be used to
measure switch closures up to 40 Hz.
Instruction 3, pulse, is used to measure two rain
gages on pulse inputs 1 and 2, and a third rain
gage with control port 8. This is done as a
comparison. In a real application the pulse
channels would be used for wind speed and a
control port for a rain gage. The rain gage is
connected as diagrammed below.
CR23X
In this example a temperature (107

Temperature Probe) is measured every 0.5
seconds and the average output every 30
seconds.
FIGURE 8.5-1. Connections for Rain Gage

PROGRAM
PROGRAM
*
Table 1 Program
01:
0.5
01:
Reference Temperature (P17)

1: 1
Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
02:

1: 1
Reps
2: 11
10 mV Fast Range
3: 2
DIFF Channel
4: 2
Type E (Chromel-Constantan)
5: 1
Ref Temp Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
6: 2
Loc [ TC_Temp ]
7: 1
Mult
8: 0
Offset
*
01:
01:
02:
Table 1 Program
10.0
Pulse (P3)
1:
2
2:
1
3:
2
4:
10
5:
.254
6:
0
Reps
Pulse Input Channel
Switch Closure
Loc [ Precip_1 ]
Mult
Offset
Pulse (P3)
1:
1
2:
8
3:
2
4:
12
5:
.254
6:
0
Reps
Control Port
Switch Closure
Loc [ Precip_3 ]
Mult
Offset
8-5
03:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
04:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
05:
Totalize (P72)
1:
3
2:
10
01:
Excite-Delay (SE) (P4)

1:
1
Reps
2:
14
1000 mV Fast Range
3:
1
SE Channel
4:
1
5:
5
6: 1000
mV Excitation
7:
2
Loc [ 0_360_WD ]
8:
.7273 Mult
9:
0
Offset
03:
Temp (107) (P11)

1:
1
Reps
2:
2
SE Channel
3:
2
4:
3
Loc [ Ta
]
5:
1
Mult
6:
0
Offset
04:
Volts (SE) (P1)

1:
1
2:
1
3:
3
4:
4
5:
.14493
6:
0
INPUT LOCATIONS
10 Precip_1
11 Precip_2
12 Precip_3
This example illustrates the use of the SDMA04 4 Channel Analog Output Multiplexer to
output 4 analog voltages to a strip chart.
While of questionable value because of current
requirements and strip chart reliability, some
archaic regulations require strip chart backup
on weather data. The SDM-A04 may be used
with the CR23X to provide an additional four
analog outputs to strip charts. The output
values in this example are wind speed, wind
direction, air temperature, and solar radiation.
Instruction 103 is used to activate the SDMA04. The (4) millivolt values to output must be
stored in adjacent Input Storage locations, the
first of which is referenced in Instruction 103.
The following program measures the sensors
every 5 seconds. The readings are moved to
another 4 locations and scaled to a 0 to 1000
millivolt output for the SDM-A04. Wind direction
is changed from a 0-360 degree input to output
representing 0 to 540 degrees. This conversion
is done in a subroutine which is described in the
next example.
The example also includes instructions to
output wind vector and average temperature
and solar radiation every hour.
PROGRAM
*
01:
8-6
Table 1 Program
5
Reps
Pulse Input Channel
Switch Closure, Output Hz
Loc [ WS
]
Mult
Offset
02:
Reps
Loc [ Precip_1 ]
8.6 SDM-A04 ANALOG OUTPUT

MULTIPLEXER TO STRIP CHART
Pulse (P3)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
22
4:
1
5:
1.789
6:
1
Reps
10 mV Slow Range
SE Channel
Loc [ Rs
]
Mult
Offset
05:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
06:
Block Move (P54)

1:
4
No. of Values
2:
1
First Source Loc [ WS
]
3:
1
Source Step
4:
5
First Destination Loc [ WS_out
5:
1
Destination Step
07:
Do (P86)
1:
1
Call Subroutine 1
08:
09:
Scaling Array (A*Loc+B) (P53)

1:
5
Start Loc [ WS_out ]
2:
10
A1 ;Scale WS, 0 to 100
mph = 0 to 1000 mV
3:
0
B1
4:
1.8519 A2 ;Scale WD, 0 to 540
deg = 0 to 1000 mV
5:
0
B2
6:
25
A3 ;Scale Temp, 0 to 40
C = 0 to 1000 mV
7:
0
B3
8: 1000
A4 ;Scale Rad, 0 to 1 KW
= 1 to 1000 mV
9:
0
B4
SDM-A04 (P103)
1:
4
Reps
2:
30
Address
3:
5
Loc [ WS_out
8.7 CONVERTING 0-360 WIND

DIRECTION OUTPUT TO 0-540 FOR
STRIP CHART
10:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
11:
Wind Vector (P69)

1:
1
Reps
2: 180
Samples per Sub-Interval
3:
00
S, 1, & (1) Polar
4:
1
Wind Speed/East Loc
[ WS
]
5:
2
Wind Direction/North Loc
[ 0_360_WD ]
If 0-360 degree wind direction is output to a strip

chart the discontinuity at 0/360 will cause the pen
to jump back and forth full scale when the winds
are varying from the north. In the days of strip
charts this was solved with a 0-540 degree pot on
the wind vane (direction changes from 540 to 180
and from 0 to 360 so the pen only jumps once
when the wind is out of the north or south).
When faced with the necessity of strip chart
output (see previous example), the following
algorithm can be used to change a 0-360
degree input to 0-540. (If you have a 0-540 pot,
it can be used with the CR23X since the Wind
Vector Instruction, 69, will work with this output.)
To change 0-360 degrees to the 0-540 degrees,
360 degrees must sometimes be added to the
reading when it is in the range of 0 to 180. The
following algorithm does this by assuming that if
the previous reading was less than 270, the vane
has shifted through 180 degrees and does not
need to be altered. If the previous 0-540 reading
was greater than 270, 360 degrees is added.
This example is written as a subroutine which is
used by the previous example to output an
analog voltage to a strip chart.
*
Table 3 Subroutines
01:

1: 1
Subroutine 1
INPUT LOCATIONS
02:
1 WS
2 0_360_WD
3 Ta
4 Rs
5 WS_out
6 WD_out
7 Ta_out
8 Rs_out
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1: 10
X Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
2: 3
>=
3: 270
F
4: 30
Then Do
03:
Do (P86)
1: 11
12:
Average (P71)
1:
2
Reps
2:
3
Loc [ Ta
04:
Else (P94)
05:
Do (P86)
1: 21
06:
Set Flag 1 High
Set Flag 1 Low
End (P95)
8-7
07:
Z=X (P31)
1: 2
2: 10
X Loc [ 0_360_WD ]
Z Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
08:
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1: 10
X Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
2: 4
<
3: 180
F
4: 30
Then Do
09:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1: 11
Do if Flag 1 is High
2: 30
Then Do
10:
Z=X+F (P34)
1: 10
X Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
2: 360
F
3: 10
Z Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
11:
Z=X (P31)
1: 10
2: 6
12:
End (P95)
13:
End (P95)
14:
End (P95)
X Loc [ 0_540_WD ]
Z Loc [ 0_540_out ]
Area 2. Thus, Area 2 holds 21 seconds (4

values/second x 21 seconds = 84 locations).
When 25 pounds is exceeded, 10 is loaded into
an input location and flag 1 is set high. The
input location is used as a down counter. The
flag indicates an event has occurred and
prevents the input location from being reloaded
until 11 seconds have passed.
The down counter is decremented by 1 each
time the table is executed. When it equals 0 all
the data in Final Storage Area 2 is transferred to
Final Storage Area 1 (using Instruction 96) and
Flag 1 is set low.
The down counter is set to 10 instead of 11
because it is decremented after checking to see
if it is 0.
PROGRAM
*
01:
01:
Full Bridge (P6)

1:
1
Reps
2:
21
10 mV Slow 60 Hz Rejection
Range
3:
1
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5: 2500
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ Force_kg ]
7:
15.120
Mult
8:
0
Offset
02:
Do (P86)
1:
10
INPUT LOCATIONS
2 0_360_WD
6 0_540_out
10 0_540_WD
8.8 USE OF 2 FINAL STORAGE AREAS

- SAVING DATA PRIOR TO EVENT
One of the uses of 2 Final Storage Areas is to
save a fixed amount of data before and after
some event.
In this example, a load cell is measured every
second. It is assumed that at some random
interval the load will exceed 25 pounds for less
than 10 seconds. Exceeding 25 pounds is the
event to be captured. The data from the 10
seconds before the event and 10 seconds after
the event is to be saved (21 seconds including
the scan in which the load first exceeds 25
pounds).
Every second the load cell is measured; hoursminutes, seconds, and the load are output to
Final Storage Area 2 (4 values with the Array
ID). 84 locations are allocated to Final Storage
8-8
Table 1 Program
1
03:

1:
2
2:
10
Array ID or Loc
[ _________ ]
04:
Real Time (P77)

1:
11
Hour/Minute,Seconds
05:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
1
06:
Reps
Loc [ Force_kg ]
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
1
X Loc [ Force_kg ]
2:
3
>=
3:
25
F
4:
30
Then Do
07:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
21
Do if Flag 1 is Low
2:
30
Then Do
08:
Do (P86)
1:
11
09:
Z=F (P30)
1:
10
2:
0
3:
2
Set Flag 1 High
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ Down_cnt ]
10:
End (P95)
11:
End (P95)
12:
IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
X Loc [ Down_cnt ]
2:
1
=
3:
0
F
4:
30
Then Do
13:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
11
2:
30
Then Do
14:
Serial Out (P96)

1:
81
All Data to other FS Area
15:
Do (P86)
1:
21
16:
End (P95)
17:
Else (P94)
18:
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
2
2:
-1
3:
2
19:
End (P95)
A
01:
02:
03:
28
64
84
Set Flag 1 Low
X Loc [ Down_cnt ]
F
Z Loc [ Down_cnt ]
Mode 10 Memory Allocation

Input Locations
Intermediate Locations
8.9 LOGARITHMIC SAMPLING USING

LOOPS
A ground water pump test requires that water
level be measured and recorded according to
the following schedule.
Time into Test, min
00
10
30
100
300
1000
to 10
10 sec.
to 30
30 sec.
to 100
1 min.
to 300
2 min.
to 1000
5 min.
and greater 10 min.
Output Interval
Loop #
1
2
3
4
5
6
This is accomplished with a series of loops

(Instruction 87), where the delay and count
parameters are used to implement the
frequency of measurement (and output) and the
duration of the that frequency. The unit of delay
is the execution interval. A delay of 1 with a 10
second execution interval and a count of 60
means the instructions in the loop, in this case
measure and output water level, are executed
every 10 seconds for 10 minutes.
The drawdown portion of the test is completed
at some time greater than 1000 minutes. To
enter the recharge phase of the test, the
6
A
D Mode and
operator enters the
sets Flag 1 high. At the next 10 minute pass
through loop 6 the loop is exited. Program
execution returns to the top of the program
table and the measurement schedule starts
over again for the recharge test.
The sensor is a 50 PSI Druck, model 930/ti with
a calibration of 49.93 mV/10V of excitation or
4.993 mV/V. Your calibration will be different.
An excitation voltage of 1500 mV yields a
maximum signal of 7.489 mV at 50 PSI, fully
utilizing the 7.5 mV Input Range to provide the
best resolution.
The multiplier, m, is calculated to provide depth
of water in feet:
m = (50 psi/4.993 mV/V) * (2.3067 ft/psi)
m = 23.099 ft/mV/V
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Force_kg
2 Down_cnt
The offset is calculated to provide a final value

that represents the distance from the lip of the
well to the water surface. Similar to Figure
7.16-2, the offset equals the initial distance of
47.23 feet plus the initial reading of 54.77, or
102 feet.
8-9
PROGRAM
*
01:
;Loop 1, Output every 10 seconds for 10 minutes.

;
02: Beginning of Loop (P87)
1:
1
Delay
2:
60
Loop Count
04:
Do (P86)
1:
1
07:
15:
Do (P86)
1:
1
10:
Do (P86)
1:
1
;Loop 4, Output every 2 minutes for 200 minutes.

;
1:
12
Delay
2: 100
Loop Count
12:
13:
Do (P86)
1:
1
Call Subroutine 1
End (P95)
;Loop 5, Output every 5 minutes for 700 minutes.

;
8-10
Call Subroutine 1
20:
End (P95)
Table 3 Subroutines
01:

1:
1
Subroutine 1
02:
Full Bridge (P6)

1:
1
Reps
2:
21
10 mV Slow 60 Hz Rejection
Range
3:
1
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5: 1500
mV Excitation
6:
1
Loc [ Level_Ft ]
7:
.46199 Mult
8: 102
Offset
03:
Do (P86)
1:
10
Call Subroutine 1
End (P95)
Do (P86)
1:
1
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
21
Do if Flag 1 is Low
2:
31
Exit Loop if True
;Loop 3, Output every 1 minute for 70 minutes.

;
1:
6
Delay
2:
70
Loop Count
09:
End (P95)
19:
Call Subroutine 1
End (P95)
Call Subroutine 1
;Loop 6, Output every 10 minutes until stopped

by user.
;
1:
60
Delay
2:
0
Loop Count
Call Subroutine 1
End (P95)
Do (P86)
1:
1
16:
18:
;Loop 2, Output every 30 seconds for 20 minutes.

;
1:
3
Delay
2:
40
Loop Count
06:

1:
30
Delay
2: 140
Loop Count
Table 1 Program
10
;User must toggle Flag 1 to start measurements.

;
01: If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
21
Do if Flag 1 is Low
2:
0
Go to end of Program Table
03:
14:
04:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0111
Day,Hour/Minute,Seconds
05:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
1
06:
End (P95)
INPUT LOCATIONS
1 Level_Ft
Reps
Loc [ Level_Ft ]
8.10 COVARIANCE CORRELATION

PROGRAMMING EXAMPLE
The example is a 2 level meteorological tower
with 5 sensors at each level. The three
components of the wind are measured using prop
anemometers. Two thermocouples (TC) are
used to measure ambient and wet-bulb
temperatures and calculate water vapor pressure
on-line. All sensors are scanned once per
second (1 Hz) and a 5 minute subinterval
averaging period with a 30 minute Output Interval
is specified. The example optimizes the input
measurement sequence for speed and shows the
instructions necessary to provide calibrated
inputs, properly ordered to produce the desired
outputs from the Covariance Correlation
(COV/CORR) Instruction. Table 8.10-1 groups
the sensors according to measurement type and
gives the CR23X multiplier and offset.
The props can all be measured as single-ended
voltages. The vertical wind prop calibration differs
from the U and V prop calibration. The fastest
input sequence is to measure both levels (6 props)

with a single instruction using the U and V
calibration and correct the W measurements with
the Fixed Multiply, Instruction 37.
An AM25T Solid State Thermocouple Multiplexer is
used to measure the four Type E thermocouples.
The AM25T has a built in 1000 ohm PRT that is
used as a reference temperature for the
thermocouples. The thermocouples are measured
on the most sensitive input range, 2.5 mV,
accommodating a 40oC range between the
measurement and AM25T TC reference junction.
The resolution is (.33 V/(60 V/oC) or about
0.006oC. Measuring absolute temperature with TCs
requires a reference junction temperature
measurement. The reference PRT is measured with
Instruction 6. Temperature is computed with
Instructions 59 and 16.
The specified outputs determine the input order
required by the COV/CORR Instruction. Table 8.10-2
lists the desired outputs from the two levels along with
the Input Storage locations for the processed results.
TABLE 8.10-1. Example Sensor Description and CR23X Multiplier and Offset
DESCRIPTION
Horiz. Wind
Horiz. Wind
Vert. Wind
Air Temp.
Wet-bulb Temp.
Vap. Pressure
SYMBOL
U
V
W
Ta
Tw
e
SENSOR
CALIB
MEAS TYPE
prop
prop
prop
TC
TC
derived
18m/s/V
18m/s/V
22m/s/V
-
S.E.V.
S.E.V.
S.E.V.
TC DIFF.
TC DIFF.
-
MULT
OFFSET
.018m/s/mV
.018
.022
o
1.0 C
o
1.0 C
-
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
-
TABLE 8.10-2. Example Outputs and Input Storage Locations

LEVEL 1 OUTPUTS
MEANS LOC
VARIANCES LOC
COVARIANCES LOC
CORRELATIONS LOC
M(W1)
M(U1)
M(V1)
M(Tal)
M(e1)
V(W1)
V(U1)
V(V1)
V(Tal)
V(e1)
CV(W1,U1)
CV(W1,V1)
CV(W1,Tal)
CV(W1,e1)
CR(W1,U1)
CR(W1,V1)
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
LEVEL 2 OUTPUTS
MEANS LOC
VARIANCES LOC
COVARIANCES LOC
M(W2)
M(U2)
M(V2)
M(Ta2)
M(e2)
V(W2)
V(U2)
V(V2)
V(Ta2)
V(e2)
CV(W2,U2)
CV(W2,V2)
CV(W2,Ta2)
CV(W2,e2)
CV(U2,V2)
CV(U2,Ta2)
CV(U2,e2)
CV(V2,Ta2)
CV(V2,e2)
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
8-11
Table 8.10-3 lists the input channel

configuration and Input Storage allocation for
the measured values. After reading the new
input samples, the Level 2 measurements are
relocated using the Block Move Instruction 54,
then Ta1 is relocated through a separate move
and e1 is positioned by specifying the
destination location in the Wet/Dry-Bulb
Instruction. The COV/CORR Instruction must
be entered twice, once for each level.
bulb measurements to vapor pressure using

Instruction 57 requires atmospheric pressure.
We'll use the standard atmosphere for the site
elevation and key the value into Location 17
6
Mode.
using the C command in the
This example requires that 54 locations be
allotted to Input Storage and 79 to Intermediate
Storage (35 for the 1st COV/CORR Instruction,
43 for the second, and 1 for Instruction 92).
In addition to ordering Level 1 and Level 2 in

locations 1-5 and 11-15 respectively, 2 more
locations are required. Converting the wet-/dryTABLE 8.10-3. Example Input Channel and Location Assignments
PARAM
W1
U1
V1
W2
U2
V2
Ta2
Tw2
Ta1
Tw1
INPUT INPUT
CHAN LOC
INPUT
PARAM LOC
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
W1
U1
V1
Ta1
Tw1
W2
U2
V2
Ta2
Tw2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
->Block->
move
PROGRAM
*
01:
Table 1 Program
1
01:
Set Port(s) (P20)

1: 9999
C8..C5 = nc/nc/nc/nc
2: 9933
C4..C1 = nc/nc/1ms/1ms
02:
Volts (SE) (P1)

1:
6
2:
5
3:
1
4:
1
5:
.018
6:
0
8-12
Reps
5000 mV Slow Range
SE Channel
Loc [ W1
]
Mult
Offset
INPUT
PARA LOC
1
W1
2
U1
3
V1
9 ---------------------- Ta1
10 Separate moves e1
11
W2
12
U2
13
V2
14
Ta2
15
e2
1
2
3
4
5
11
12
13
14
15
03:
AM25TMultiplexer (P134)
1:
4
Reps
2:
11
10 mV, Fast Range
3:
1
Channel
4:
4
DIFF Channel
5:
21
Exchan 1, 60 Hz Reject
6:
1
Clock Control
7:
2
Reset Control
8:
2
9:
16
Ref Temp (Deg. C) Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
10:
7
Loc [ Ta2_1 ]
11:
1.0
Mult
12:
0.0
Offset
04:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
1
2:
1.2222
3:
1
X Loc [ W1
F
Z Loc [ W1
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
4
2:
1.2222
3:
4
X Loc [ W2
F
Z Loc [ W2
05:
06:
07:
]
]
]
]
Block Move (P54)

1:
5
No. of Values
2:
4
First Source Loc [ W2
3:
1
Source Step
4:
11
[ W2_i
]
5:
1
Destination Step
Z=X (P31)
1:
9
2:
4
X Loc [ Ta1
Z Loc [ W2
]
]
08:
Wet/Dry Bulb Temp to VP (P57)

1:
17
Pressure Loc [ Pressure ]
2:
9
Dry Bulb Loc [ Ta1
]
3:
10
Wet Bulb Loc [ Tw1
]
4:
5
Loc [ U2
]
09:
Wet/Dry Bulb Temp to VP (P57)

1:
17
2:
14
Dry Bulb Loc [ Ta2_i ]
3:
15
Wet Bulb Loc [ Tw2_i ]
4:
15
Loc [ Tw2_i ]
10:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
30
3:
10

8-13
11:
12:
Covariance/Correlation (P62)
1:
5
No. of Input Locations
2:
5
No. of Means
3:
5
No. of Variances
4:
0
No. of Std. Dev.
5:
4
No. of Covariance
6:
2
No. of Correlations
7:
300
Samples per Average
8:
1
First Sample Loc [ W1
9:
20
Loc [ MEAN_W1 ]
Covariance/Correlation (P62)
1:
5
No. of Input Locations
2:
5
No. of Means
3:
5
No. of Variances
4:
0
No. of Std. Dev.
5:
9
No. of Covariance
6:
2
No. of Correlations
7:
300
Samples per Average
8:
11
First Sample Loc [ W2_i
9:
36
Loc [ mean_W2 ]
13:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
14:
Sample (P70)
1:
35
2:
20
Reps
Loc [ mean_W1 ]
TABLE 8.10-4. Thirty Minute Output From Example

01
09
17
25
33
119
V(W1)
CV(W1,e1)
V(W2)
CV(W2,e2)
8-14
02
10
18
26
34
DAY
V(U1)
CR(W1,U1)
V(U2)
CV(U2,V2)
03
11
19
27
35
HRMIN
04
V(V1)
12
CR(W1,V1) 20
V(V2)
28
CV(U2,Ta2) 36
M(W1)
V(Ta1)
M(W2)
V(Ta2)
CV(U2,e2)
05
13
21
29
37
M(U1)
V(e1)
M(U2)
V(e2)
CV(V2,Ta2)
06
14
22
30
38
M(V1)
CV(W1,U1)
M(V2)
CV(W2,U2)
CV(V2,e2)
07
15
23
31
M(Ta1)
CV(W1,V1)
M(Ta2)
CV(W2,V2)
08
16
24
32
M(e1)
CV(W1,Ta1)
M(e2)
CV(W2,Ta2)
8.11 FAST FOURIER TRANSFORM

EXAMPLES
8.11.1. EXAMPLE WITHOUT BIN AVERAGING
The CR23X was used to generate data
representing two superimposed sine wave signals,
one at 1.25 Hz (amplitude = 1) and the other at
0.25 Hz (amplitude = 2). The 1024 generated
samples simulate a sampling rate of 10 Hz or a
0.1 second scan rate. Figure 8.11-1 shows a plot
of the simulated signal. The FFT was applied to
the data and the real and imaginary, phase and
magnitude, and the power spectra results are
shown in Tables 8.11-1, 8.11-2, and 8.11-3
respectively. A portion of the power spectra

results are illustrated in Figure 8.11-2.
The phase of the cosine wave that describes the
signal at the beginning of the first interval and
the end of the last interval can be determined by
looking at the CR23X program that generated
the "original time series data". The 1.25 Hz
signal began and ended at 270 degrees
[cos 270 = cos(0 - 90) = sin 0]. The 0.25 Hz
signal began at 270 degrees and ended at 126
degrees. The phases of the 1.25 and 0.25
signals are 270 and 198 respectively (Table
8.11-2).
FIGURE 8.11-1. Simulated 1.25 and 0.25 Hz Signals
8-15
FIGURE 8.11-2. FFT Power Spectra Analysis of 0.25 and 1.25 Hz Signal
TABLE 8.11-1. FFT Real and Imaginary Results 0.25 and 1.25 Hz Signal
8-16
BIN #
0
.
1 ..
2
3
Hz
0
0.009766
0.019532
0.029298
FFT Ri
0.02303
0.01036
-0.00206
0
FFT Ii
0
0
0
0
22
23
24
25
26
.
27 ..
28
29
0.214852
0.224618
0.234384
0.24415
0.253916
0.263682
0.273448
0.283214
-0.00086
0.01096
-0.19328
0.59858
-0.65827*
0.26778
-0.02466
0.00086
-0.00009
0.0036
-0.06277
0.19439
-0.21391*
0.08709
-0.00796
0.00034
125
126
127
128
.
129 ..
130
131
1.22075
1.230516
1.240282
1.250048
1.259814
1.26958
1.279346
0
0.00009
0.00009
0*
0
-0.00009
0.00009
0.00069
-0.04342
0.23044
-0.37302*
0.23053
-0.0435
0.0006
511
4.990426
-0.00009
TABLE 8.11-2. FFT Magnitude and Phase Results 0.25 and 1.25 Hz Signal
BIN #
0
1
2
.
3 ..
Hz
0
0.009766
0.019532
0.029298
FFT Mi
0.02303
0.01036
0.00206
0
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
.
29..
0.214852
0.224618
0.234384
0.24415
0.253916
0.263682
0.273448
0.283214
0.00086
0.01154
0.20321
0.62935
0.69215*
0.28158
0.02592
0.00092
185.58
17.952
197.78
17.776
197.79*
17.801
197.68
21.646
125
126
127
128
129
130
.
131 ..
1.22075
1.230516
1.240282
1.250048
1.259814
1.26958
1.279346
0.00069
0.04342
0.23044
0.37302*
0.23053
0.0435
0.00061
90
270.11
89.979
270*
90
269.89
82.042
511
4.990426
0.00009
180
PROGRAM
TABLE 8.11-3. FFT Power Spectra Results

0.25 and 1.25 Hz Signal
BIN
. #
0..
Hz
0
FFT PSi
1.0859
22
23
24
25
26
27
28.
29..
0.214852
0.224618
0.234384
0.24415
0.253916
0.263682
0.273448
0.283214
0
0.49212
84.152
811.01
980.79*
162.4
1.4764
0
125
126
127
128
129
130.
131..
1.22075
1.230516
1.240282
1.250048
1.259814
1.26958
1.279346
0
3.9369
108.76
284.94*
108.76
3.9369
0
511
4.990426
FFT Pi
0
0
180
-99999
;The first part of this program generates a

;dummy data set that represents two signals
;superimposed on top of each other. One signal
;has a frequency of 1.25 Hz and a zero to peak
;amplitude of 1 while the other signal has a
;frequency of .25 Hz and a zero to peak
;amplitude of 2. The data simulates a sampling
;rate of 10 Hz or a .1 sec scan rate.
;This program generates power spectra FFT
;results with out bin averaging.
;Flag 1 is automatically set once the inst. have
;been executed once.
*Table 1 Program
01:
1
01:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
11
2:
0
0
;The 2nd through 11th instructions are used to
;generate and combine the 1.25 and 0.25 Hz
;signals for the FFT.
8-17
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
Z=F (P30)
1:
0
2:
0
3: 1025
Z=F (P30)
1:
0
2:
0
3: 1026
13:

1:
0
Delay
2:
512
Loop Count
14:
Do (P86)
1:
10
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ _________ ]
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ _________ ]
15:
Resolution (P78)
1:
1
high resolution

1:
0
Delay
2: 1024
Loop Count
16:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
1--
Z=SIN(X) (P48)
1: 1025
2: 1027
17:
End (P95)
18:
Do (P86)
1:
11
X Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ _________ ]
Z=SIN(X) (P48)
1: 1026
2: 1028
X Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ _________ ]
Z=X*F (P37)
1: 1028
2:
2
3: 1028
X Loc [ _________ ]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
09:
10:
11:
Z=X+Y (P33)
1: 1027
2: 1028
3:
1--
X Loc [ _________ ]
Y Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ #1
]
Z=X+F (P34)
1: 1025
2:
45
3: 1025
X Loc [ _________ ]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
Z=X+F (P34)
1: 1026
2:
9
3: 1026
X Loc [ _________ ]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
End (P95)
8-18
FFT (P60)
1:
10
2:
1
3:
0
4:
1
5:
1
Set Flag 1 High
*Table 3 Subroutines
;The FFT is now computed and the power

;spectra results sent to Final Storage.
12:
Reps
Loc [ #1
*Table 2 Program
02:
0.0000
End Program
*
08:
Log (base 2) of Samples

Power Spectra/Taper
Log (base 2) of Bins
First Sample Loc [ #1
]
Mult
A
01: 1030
02: 260

Input Locations
8.11.2 EXAMPLE WITH BIN AVERAGING

The CR23X was used to generate data
simulating wave data from an ocean buoy with
four superimposed sine wave signals, 0.1,
0.125, 0.14, and 0.2 Hz. The 2048 generated
samples simulate a sampling rate of 0.5 Hz or a
2.0 second scan rate. Figure 8.11-3 shows a
plot of part of the simulated signal. A FFT with
8 bin averaging was performed on the data. A
multiplier of 0.1 was used to keep the FFT
results smaller than the +6999 upper limit of low
resolution Final Storage. The results of the FFT
are shown Table 8.11-4 and are illustrated in
Figure 8.11-4.
In the example program, a multiplier of 0.1 is
used in the FFT Instruction. By reducing the
FFT results by a factor of 10, the Low
Resolution output format can be used, thus
maximizing the Final Storage capacity. A Low
Resolution data point requires 2 bytes of Final
Storage memory, while a High Resolution data
point requires 4 bytes. When memory is a
limiting factor, the data should be scaled to be
less than 6999, so the Low Resolution format
can be used.
FIGURE 8.11-3. Simulated Ocean Buoy Wave Data
FIGURE 8.11-4. Simulated Ocean Buoy FFT Results

8-19
TABLE 8.11-4. FFT Bin Averaging Results from Simulated Ocean Buoy Wave Data
BIN #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
FREQUENCY
0.00195
0.0039
0.00585
0.0078
0.00975
0.0117
0.01365
0.0156
0.01755
0.0195
0.02145
0.0234
0.02535
0.0273
0.02925
0.0312
0.03315
0.0351
0.03705
0.039
0.04095
0.0429
0.04485
0.0468
0.04875
FFT*0.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
PROGRAM
BIN #
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
02:
FREQUENCY
0.0507
0.05265
0.0546
0.05655
0.0585
0.06045
0.0624
0.06435
0.0663
0.06825
0.0702
0.07215
0.0741
0.07605
0.078
0.07995
0.0819
0.08385
0.0858
0.08775
0.0897
0.09165
0.0936
0.09555
0.0975
Do (P86)
1:
1
FFT*0.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0.226
0.527
6.246
21.52
123.1
Call Subroutine 1
;Simulate ocean wave data with 4 super

;imposed sine wave signals (Hz/zero to peak
;amplitude: .1/11, .125/9,
03:

1:
0
Delay
2: 2048
Loop Count
;Flag 1 high = generate and store "original time

;series data". Flag 2 high = calculate and store
;FFT results.
04:
Do (P86)
1:
10
;Output Array Definitions:
05:
Real Time (P77)

1:
1
Seconds
06:
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
284--
104 = "ORIGINAL TIME SERIES DATA"
113= FFT POWER SPECTRA RESULTS
*
01:
Table 1 Program
2
;If flag 1 is set, the simulated ocean wave data

;is calculated and sent to Final Storage.
01:
8-20
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
11
2:
30
Then Do
07:
End (P95)
08:
End (P95)
09:
Do (P86)
1:
21
Reps
Loc [ _________ ]
Set Flag 1 Low
;When flag 2 is set the FFT is computed and the

;results are sent to Final Storage.
10:
11:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
12
2:
30
Then Do
04:
FFT (P60)
1:
11
2:
1
3:
3
4:
284
05:
5:
12:
13:
14:
.1

1:
0
Delay
2:
127
Loop Count
Do (P86)
1:
10
Sample (P70)
1:
1
2:
284--
Reps
Loc [ _________ ]
15:
End (P95)
16:
End (P95)
17:
Do (P86)
1:
22
*
02:
Log (base 2) of Samples

Power Spectra/Taper
Log (base 2) of Bins
First Sample Loc
[ _________ ]
Mult
06:
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
1
2:
-.5
3:
2
X Loc [ #1
]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
2
2:
30
3:
2
X Loc [ _________ ]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
Low Pass Filter (P58)

1:
1
Reps
2:
2
Sample Loc [ _________ ]
3:
3
Loc [ _________ ]
4:
.02
Weighting Factor
08:

1:
4
Start Loc [ _________ ]
2:
1
A1
3:
144
B1
4:
1
A2
5:
100.77
B2
6:
1
A3
7:
90
B3
8:
1
A4
9:
72
B4
09:

1:
0
Delay
2:
4
Loop Count
10:
Z=X+Y (P33)
1:
3
2:
4-3:
4--
Table 3 Subroutines
;Subroutine 1 creates the simulated ocean wave

;data. The 3rd through 7th instructions are used
;to slightly randomize the wave signal.
01:

1:
1
Subroutine 1
02:

1:
0
Delay
2: 2048
Loop Count
03:
]
]
07:
Set Flag 2 Low
Table 2 Program
0.0000 Execution Interval
(seconds)
Z=FRAC(X) (P44)
1:
1
X Loc [ #1
2:
1
Z Loc [ #1
Polynomial (P55)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
1
4:
.1
5:
99
6:
0
7:
0
8:
0
9:
0
Reps
X Loc [ #1
]
F(X) Loc [ #1
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
X Loc [ _________ ]
Y Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ _________ ]
11:
Z=X MOD F (P46)

1:
4-X Loc [ _________ ]
2:
360
F
3:
4-Z Loc [ _________ ]
12:
Z=SIN(X) (P48)
1:
4-2:
8--
13:
X Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ _________ ]
End (P95)
8-21
14:
15:

1:
8
Start Loc [ _________ ]
2:
4
A1
3:
0
B1
4:
6
A2
5:
0
B2
6:
9
A3
7:
0
B3
8:
11
A4
9:
0
B4
Z=F (P30)
1:
0
2:
0
3:
12
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ _________ ]
16:

1:
0
Delay
2:
4
Loop Count
17:
Z=X+Y (P33)
1:
8-2:
12
3:
12
18:
End (P95)
19:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
12
2:
1
3:
284--
20:
End (P95)
21:
End (P95)
End Program
8-22
X Loc [ _________ ]
Y Loc [ _________ ]
Z Loc [ _________ ]
X Loc [ _________ ]
F
Z Loc [ _________ ]
22:
*
A
01: 2500
02: 270
End Table 3
Input Locations
8.12 USING THE SWITCHED 12 V TO

POWER SENSORS
In this example, it is required to measure air
temperature at two levels at a remote site where
AC power is not available. The station is
powered with a 12 V battery that is trickle
charged by a solar panel. Two 12 VDC
aspirated thermocouples (ASPTC) are used
measure air temperature. To minimize the
current drain of the ASPTCs, the fans are
turned on 20 seconds before the CR23X
measures the thermocouples. Immediately
after the thermocouple measurements are
made the fans are turned off.
The Switched 12 V terminal on the CR23X
wiring panel is used to power the ASPTCs. The
maximum amount of current that the Switched
12 V terminal can source is 600 mA at 50C
(360 mA at 80C). Each ASPTC draws 140
mA, for a total ASPTC current requirement of
280 mA (see Figure 8.12-1).
PURPLE
2H
PURPLE
3H
ASPTC
(UPPER)
RED
3L
ASPTC
(LOWER)
RED
2L
BLACK
RED
SWITCHED 12 V
RED
G
BLACK
FIGURE 8.12-1. Connections to Power Two 12 V ASPTCs with the Switched 12 V

on the CR23X Wiring Panel
PROGRAM
*
Table 1 Program
20
06:
If time is (P92)
1:
40-Minutes (Seconds --) into a
2:
60
3:
49
Set Port 9 High
07:
02:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
1
3:
30
Then Do
08:
If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10
03:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
49
Do if Port 9 is High
2:
30
Then Do
09:
Real Time (P77)

1: 0110
Day,Hour/Minute
10:
Average (P71)
1:
4
Reps
2:
1
Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
11:
End (P95)
12:
End (P95)
01:
01:
04:
Reference Temperature (P17)

1:
1
Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
05:

1:
2
Reps
2:
1
2.5 mV Slow Range
3:
2
DIFF Channel
4:
2
5:
1
Ref Temp Loc [ Ref_Temp ]
6:
2
Loc [ Lower_TC ]
7:
1
Mult
8:
0
Offset
Do (P86)
1:
59
Set Port 9 Low
Z=X-Y (P35)
1:
3
2:
2
3:
4
X Loc [ Upper_TC ]
Y Loc [ Lower_TC ]
Z Loc [ del_TC ]
Input Locations
1 Ref_Temp
2 Lower_TC
3 Upper_TC
4 del_TC
8-23
8-24
SECTION 9. INPUT/OUTPUT INSTRUCTIONS

TABLE 9-1. Input Voltage Ranges and Codes
Range Codes*
Full Scale Range
Fast
250 s
Integ.
60 Hz
Reject.
50 Hz
Reject.
10
11
12
13
14
15
20
21
22
23
24
25
30
31
32
33
34
35
Autorange***
10 mV
50 mV
200 mV
1000 mV
5000 mV
Resolution
Differential**
0.33
1.67
6.66
33.3
166
V
V
V
V
V
* See Measurements section for a full list and explanation of possible range codes.
** Differential measurement, resolution for single-ended measurement is twice value shown.
*** See autoranging precaution in Table 3.5-1.
NOTE: When a voltage input exceeds the range programmed, the value which is stored is set to the
maximum negative number and displayed as -99999 in high resolution or -6999 in low resolution.
*** 1 SINGLE-ENDED VOLTS ***
FUNCTION
This Instruction is used to measure voltage at a
single-ended input with respect to ground.
Output is in millivolts.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Range code (Table 9-1)
Single-ended channel
number for first
measurement
Input location for first
measurement
Multiplier
Offset
Input locations altered: 1 per repetition
inputs must be within 5.0 V of the CR23X's

ground (see Common Mode Range in Section
14.7.2). Pyranometer and thermopile sensors
to keep
require a jumper between L and
them in Common Mode Range. Output is in
millivolts.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Differential channel
number for first
measurement
measurement
Multiplier
Offset
*** 2 DIFFERENTIAL VOLTS ***
*** 3 PULSE COUNT ***
FUNCTION
This Instruction reads the voltage difference
between the high and low inputs of a differential
channel. Table 9-1 contains all valid voltage
ranges and their codes. Both the high and low
P3 Pulse Count is used to measure high

frequency and switch closure inputs on input
channels P1..P4 and C5..C8. Low level AC
inputs can also be measured on P1..P4. Table
9-2 shows how to select measurement options
discussed in this segment.
9-1
CR23X
20k
Pi
FIGURE 9-1. Conditioning Large Voltage Pulses

Use separate Pulse Count Instructions when
measuring both pulse channels and control
ports. All Pulse Count instructions must be kept
in the same program table. If the Pulse Count
Instruction is contained within a subroutine, that
subroutine must be called from Table 2.
The use of control ports for pulse measurement
causes the CR23X to use a continuous 10 mA
of power.
Input Voltage
Excessive pulse voltage inputs can damage the
CR23X. Refer to Figure 9-1 if reducing input
voltage is required.
*Larger input transitions are required at high

frequencies because of the input RC filter with
1.2 microsecond time constant. Signals up to
400 kHz will be counted if centered around +2.5
V with deviations 2.5 V for 1.2
microseconds.
Low Level AC (Pulse Channels Only)
Input Hysteresis: 15 mV
Maximum Input Voltage: 20 V peak-topeak
Input Voltage and Frequency Range
(16 bit counter required above 2.56 kHz)
20 mV
1.0 Hz to 1 kHz
200 mV
0.5 Hz to 10 kHz
1000 mV 0.3 Hz to 16 kHz
Pulse Channels
Maximum Input Voltage: 20 V
Control Ports
Maximum Input Voltage: 5.0 V
High Frequency Input
Pulse Channels
Minimum Pulse Width: 1.2 microsecond
Maximum Frequency: 25 kHz
(8 Bit Counter, 50% Duty Cycle,
0.015 execution interval)
Maximum Frequency: 400 kHz
(16 Bit Counter 50% Duty Cycle)
Lower Threshold: 1.5 V*
Upper Threshold: 3.5 V*
When a pulse channel is configured for
high-frequency pulse, there is an internal
100 kohm pull-up resistor to 5 V on the
pulse channel. This pull-up resistor
accommodates open-collector output
devices for high-frequency input.
9-2
Control Ports (C5-C8)

Minimum Pulse Width: 150 s
Maximum Frequency: 2.5 kHz
Triggered off Rising Edge
-99999 displayed if maximum exceeded
Lower Threshold: 1.5 V
Upper Threshold: 3.5 V
Switch Closure
Pulse Channels
A switch closure is connected between
P1..P4 and analog ground. When the
switch is open, the CR23X pulls the
pulse channel to 5 V through a 100
kOhm impedance. When the switch is
closed, the pulse channel is pulled to
ground. The count is incremented
when the switch opens.
Minimum Switch Closed Time: 5 ms
Minimum Switch Open Time: 6 ms
Maximum Bounce Time: 1 ms open
without being counted
Control Ports
The switch closure is connected
between channels C5..C8 and the 5 V
terminal. When the switch is open, the
control port is pulled to ground through
an internal 100 kOhm resistor. When
the switch is closed, the control port is
at 5 V. The count is incremented when
the switch closes.
Maximum Frequency: 40 Hz
Minimum Switch Closed Time: 6 ms
Minimum Switch Open Time: 6 ms
High Precision Measurements
Maximum Program Execution
Interval: < 4.0 s
Minimum Frequency: > 0.25 Hz
Pulse Channel Details: Counters, Resets,

and Accumulators
Each of the four pulse channels (P1..P4) have
an 8 bit counter. The 8 bit counters each have
a limit of 255 counts per reset. The 8 bit
counter reset will be every 0.01 s (100 Hz),
0.02 s (50 Hz), 0.05 s (20 Hz), or 0.1 s (10 Hz).
Table 9-2 shows the maximum input frequency
allowed at each reset interval.
TABLE 9-2. 8 Bit Counter Reset Interval and
Maximum Input Frequency
Counter
Reset
Interval (s)
Counter
Maximum
Reset
Input
Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz)
0.01
0.02
0.05
0.10
100
50
20
10
25.50
12.75
5.10
2.55
By default, the CR23X will determine which

reset interval to use based on the dataloggers
programmed execution interval. The CR23X
sets the reset interval to the largest reset
interval (0.01, 0.02, 0.05, or 0.10) that evenly

divides into the execution interval. For
clarification, Table 9-3 shows some examples
of execution intervals and corresponding
counter reset intervals.
As counter reset frequency increases,
quiescent current drain of the CR23X increases.
If power consumption is less of a concern,
parameter 3 of the Pulse Counter (P3)
instruction can be indexed (e.g. 03: 0--).
rd
Indexing the 3 parameter in any P3 Pulse
Counter instruction will invoke a 100 Hz reset
frequency on all pulse channels (P1..P4).
Higher input frequencies can be counted by
combining two counters on one input channel.
The resulting 16 bit counter allows input
frequencies up to 400 kHz. This option is valid
only on P1 or P3; the subsequent channel, P2
or P4, becomes inactive. So, maximum
number of Reps (parameter 1 in Instruction 3) is
4 when using 8 bit counters, and 2 when using
16 bit counters.
CR23X power usage increases as maximum
input frequency increases.
At the reset interval, the processor transfers the
values from the counters into 16 bit
accumulators. The counters are then hardware
reset to zero. The accumulators accumulate up
to 65, 535 counts. Counts accumulate in the
accumulators until the program table containing
Pulse Count Instruction 3 is executed. The
execution interval of the table must be short
enough that the accumulator does not
overflow. At the beginning of the execution of
the program table (or before each pass through
a P87 loop with a delay), totals in the
accumulators are transferred to a temporary
RAM buffer. The accumulator is then zeroed.
When the execution reaches Pulse Count
Instruction 3, the value in the RAM buffer is
multiplied by the multiplier, added to the offset,
then placed into the designated input location.
9-3
TABLE 9-3. Execution and Counter Reset Intervals and Maximum Input Frequencies
User
Programmed
Execution
Interval (s)
Counter
Reset
Interval (s)
Counter
Reset
Frequency (Hz)
Maximum
Input
Frequency (kHz)
0.01
0.02
0.03
0.04
0.05
0.10
0.15
0.80
1.0
0.01
0.02
0.01
0.02
0.05
0.10
0.05
0.10
0.10
100
50
100
50
20
10
20
10
10
25.5
12.75
25.5
12.75
5.10
2.55
5.10
2.55
2.55
Control Port Details: Coprocessor and

Accumulators
Counts on Control Ports C5..C8 are measured
by a coprocessor. The coprocessor transfers
counts into 16 bit accumulators. The
accumulators accumulate up to 65,535 counts.
Counts accumulate in the accumulators until the
program table containing Pulse Count
Instruction 3 is executed. The execution
interval of the table must be short enough
that the accumulator does not overflow. At
the beginning of the execution, totals in the
accumulators are transferred to a temporary
RAM buffer. The accumulator is then zeroed.
When the execution reaches Pulse Count
Instruction 3, the value in the RAM buffer is
multiplied by the multiplier, added to the offset,
then placed into the designated input location.
CAUTION: The RAM buffer does not
accumulate counts; it is zeroed each time the
table is executed regardless of whether or not
the pulse instruction is executed. If all counts
are necessary, it is imperative that the Pulse
Count Instruction be executed (not branched
around) every time the table is executed.
When the execution interval is < 4.0 s, ports
C5..C8 measure the actual time between edges
of the pulse with a 0.5 s resolution. The
resulting frequency resolution is
(0.5)*(Frequency). Therefore, for execution
intervals < 4.0 second, ports C5..C8 yield more
accurate frequency measurements, especially
for low-frequency signals, than do pulse
counters P1..P4.
9-4
For execution intervals 4.0 s, ports C5..C8

simply accumulate pulses similar to pulse
counter channels P1..P4.
Using ports C5..C8 to count pulses increases
the quiescent current of the CR23X by 8 mA.
Maximum input frequency on ports C5..C8 is
2.5 kHz.
Table Overruns / Executions
Table overruns occur when a program is too
long for its programmed execution interval, the
CR23X clock is reset, or a table of higher
priority is still running. When a table overrun
occurs, the value in the accumulator is the
result of a longer than normal interval. This
value can either be used or it can be discarded.
If pulse counts are being totalized, a missing
count could be significant and the value from
the erroneously long interval should NOT be
discarded. If the pulse count is being
processed in a way in which the resultant value
is dependent upon the sampling interval (e.g.,
speed, RPM), the value from the excessive
interval should be discarded. If the value is
discarded the value in the RAM buffer from the
previous measurement will be used.
Frequency Result
An option to output the count as a frequency
(Hz or Hertz) is also available. At Execution
Intervals less than four seconds, control ports
C5..C8 measure the time element in the
frequency calculation, whereas pulse channels
P1..P4 simply use the programmed Execution
Interval. Consequently, at Execution Intervals
less than 4 seconds, control ports C5..C8

measure frequency much more precisely than
do pulse channels.
Pulse Channels
Hz = counts / Execution Interval
Maximum Error (Hz) = [1/(Execution
Interval - 50 s)]
Control Ports
Hz = counts / measured time (0.5 s)
since previous measurement
Error if Execution Interval < 4.0 s
Maximum Error (Hz) =
2
(0.5 s)(Frequency)
Error if Execution Interval 4.0 s
Maximum Error (Hz) =
[1/Execution Interval]
If there have been no new counts during the

scan interval (since last monitored), the
previous frequency is returned to the input
location. If it has been 4 seconds since a new
count has occurred, the 0 is returned to the
input location.
TABLE 9-2 Pulse Count Configuration
Codes
Code
x0
x1*
x2
x3*
x4*
0y
1y
2y
xy*
xy--*
Configuration
High Frequency Pulse
(8 bit counter)
Low Level AC
Switch Closure
High Frequency
(16 bit counter)
Low Level AC
(16 bit counter)
No Change
Long interval counts discarded
Long interval counts discarded/
Frequency (Hz) output
10 Hz reset
100 Hz reset
* Options Applicable to Channels P1 to P4 Only

100 Hz reset only used with 8 bit counter
Example: 24-- Selects 16 bit, 100 Hz reset, Low Level
AC with a frequency output.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
04:
05:
06:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Pulse channel or
Control Port number for
first measurement
Configuration code
(from above table)
measurement
Multiplier
Offset

TABLE 9-2A. Excitation Channel Options
0X Excite all reps with channel X
1X Increment channel with each rep
*** 4 EXCITE, DELAY, AND MEASURE ***
FUNCTION
This instruction is used to apply an excitation
voltage, delay a specified time, and then make
a single-ended voltage measurement. A 1
before the excitation channel number (1X)
causes the channel to be incremented with
each repetition.
Ranges 41-45 and 51-55 (Section 13.1) do not
have enough time between integrations to allow
a delay.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel
number (Table 9-2A)
Delay in hundredths of
a second
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Input location number
for first measurement
Multiplier
Offset
9-5
*** 5 AC HALF BRIDGE ***

FUNCTION
voltage to a half bridge (Figure 13.5-1), make a
single-ended voltage measurement of the
bridge output, reverse the excitation voltage,
then repeat the measurement. The difference
between the two measurements is used to
calculate the resulting value which is the ratio of
the measurement to the excitation voltage. A 1
before the excitation channel number (1X)
each repetition.
The excitation "on time" for each polarity is
exactly the same to insure that ionic sensors do
not polarize with repetitive measurements. The
range should be selected to be a fast
measurement (range 11-15), limiting the
excitation on time to less than 800
microseconds at each polarity. A slow
integration time should not be used with ionic
sensors because of polarization error.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Range Code (Table 9-1)
number
Excitation channel
number (Table 9-2A)
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Multiplier
Offset

*** 6 FULL BRIDGE WITH SINGLE ***
DIFFERENTIAL MEASUREMENT
FUNCTION
This Instruction is used to apply an excitation
voltage to a full bridge and make a differential
voltage measurement of the bridge output. The
measurement is made with the polarity of the
excitation voltage both positive and negative
(Figure 13.5-1). The result is 1000 times the
ratio of the measurement to the excitation
voltage. A 1 before the excitation channel
9-6
number (1X) causes the channel to be

incremented with each repetition.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel
number (Table 9-2A)
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Multiplier
Offset

*** 7 THREE WIRE HALF BRIDGE ***
FUNCTION
This Instruction is used to determine the ratio of
the sensor resistance to a known resistance
using a second voltage sensing wire from the
sensor to compensate for lead wire resistance.
The measurement sequence is to apply an
excitation voltage, make a single-ended
measurement on the first channel, then repeat
the measurement with an excitation of the
opposite polarity. The same sequence is then
applied to the second single-ended channel.
This sequence is used for offset voltage
removal. The combined results for the two
single-ended measurement channels are then
used to calculate the resulting value, which is the
ratio of the voltage across the sensor to the
voltage across the reference resistor (Figure
13.5-1). A 1 before the excitation channel
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Range code for both
measurements (Table
9-1)
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel
(Table 9-2A)
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Multiplier
Offset
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
4
4
07:
08:
09:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel number
(Table 9-2A)
Delay (0.01s)
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Multiplier
Offset

*** 8 DIFFERENTIAL VOLTAGE WITH ***
EXCITATION AND DELAY
FUNCTION
This measurement consists of applying a single
excitation voltage, delaying a specified time,
and making a differential voltage measurement.
The result stored is the voltage measured.
"Delay" (Parameter 5) refers to increasing the
signal settling time by increasing the time
between the start of excitation and the start of
signal integration (Section 13.2). If a delay of 0
is specified, the inputs for the differential
measurement are not switched for a second
integration as is normally the case. With the 0
delay, Instruction 8 does not have as good
resolution or common mode rejection as other
differential measurements. It does provide a
very rapid means of making bridge
measurements. This instruction does not
reverse excitation. A 1 before the excitation
channel number (1X) causes the channel to be
The 50 and 60 Hz rejection ranges, 41-45 and
51-55 (Section 13.1), do not have enough time
between integrations to allow a delay.
*** 9 FULL BRIDGE WITH EXCITATION ***

COMPENSATION
FUNCTION
voltage and make two differential voltage
measurements. The measurements are made
with both positive and negative excitation
voltage. The measurements are made on
sequential channels. The result is the voltage
measured on the second channel (V2) divided
by the voltage measured on the first (V1). If V1
is measured on the 5 V range (code 5,15, 25 or
35 in Parameter 2), then the result is 1000
times V2/V1. A 1 before the excitation channel
When used as a 6 wire full bridge (Figure 13.51), the connections are made so that V1 is the
measurement of the voltage drop across the full
bridge, and V2 is the measurement of the bridge
output. Because the excitation voltage for a full
bridge measurement is usually in the 5 V range,
the output is usually 1000 V2/V1 or millivolts
output per volt excitation.
NOTE: Do not use autoranging in
Parameter 2.
When used to measure a 4 wire half bridge, the
connections are made so that V1 is the voltage
drop across the fixed resistor (Rf), and V2 is the
drop across the sensor (Rs). As long as V1 is
not measured on the 2.5V range, the result is
V2/V1 which equals Rs/Rf.
9-7
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
2
2
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
FP
FP
Curve Fit Error -DESCRIPTION

Repetitions
Range code for
excitation
measurement (V1)
(Do not use autorange)
(Table 9-1)
Range code for bridge
measurement (V2)
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel number
(Table 9-2A)
Excitation voltage
(millivolts)
Multiplier
Offset

*** 10 BATTERY VOLTAGE ***
FUNCTION
This instruction measures the CR23X input
voltage and writes it to an input location. The
units for voltage are volts. The measurement is
.2 to .3 volts less than actual battery voltage
measurement. See Section 14.2 for CR23X
power requirements.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
Error (C)
<1.0
<0.1
TABLE 9-3. Excitation/Integration Codes

Code Result
0x
1x
2x
3x
4x
5x
excite all rep with channel x

increment chan x with each rep
excite all reps with channel x, slow 60 Hz
rejection, 10 ms delay
excite all reps with channel x, slow 50 Hz
increment chan x with each rep, slow 60 Hz
increment chan x with each rep, slow 50 Hz
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
04:
05:
06:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
number of first
measurement
Excitation channel/
Integration (Table 9-3)
measurement
Multiplier
Offset
DESCRIPTION
Input location
*** 12 207 RELATIVE HUMIDITY PROBE ***
Input locations altered: 1

*** 11 107 THERMISTOR PROBE ***
FUNCTION
This Instruction applies a 2.5 VAC excitation
voltage to Campbell Scientific's Model 107
Thermistor Probe, makes a slow single-ended
voltage measurement across a resistor in series
with the thermistor, and calculates the
temperature in C with a polynomial. A
multiplier of 1 and an offset of zero yields
temperature in degrees Celsius. The maximum
polynomial error from -40C to +56C is given
here:
9-8
Range (C)
-40 to +56
-24 to +48
FUNCTION
This instruction applies a 3.0 VAC excitation
across Campbell Scientific's Model 207
Temperature and RH Probe, makes a fast
single-ended measurement across a series
resistor, calculates the result with a 5th order
polynomial, and performs the required
temperature compensation before outputting
the result in % RH.
When measuring several probes, all the RH
elements should be connected sequentially.
The temperature values used to correct the RH
measurements should also be stored
sequentially to make use of the REP feature in
Instruction 11.
NOTE: The temperature value used in

compensating the RH value (Parameter 5)
must be obtained (see Instruction 11) prior
to executing Instruction 12 and must be in
Celsius.
The RH results are placed sequentially into the
input locations beginning with the first RH value.
In the 207 probe, the RH and temperature
elements use a common excitation line.
CAUTION: Never excite the 207 probe with
DC excitation because the RH chip will be
damaged.
A 1 before the excitation channel number (1X)
each repetition.
The maximum RH polynomial error is given here:
Curve Fit Error -Range (%RH)
10 - 100
15 - 94
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
04:
Error (%RH)
4
1
05:
06:
07:
FP
FP

R.H. measurement
Multiplier
Offset

*** 13 THERMOCOUPLE TEMPERATURE, ***
SINGLE-ENDED MEASUREMENT
FUNCTION
This instruction uses the selected thermocouple
calibration to calculate the thermocouple output
voltage at the reference temperature, then it
makes a SINGLE-ENDED VOLTAGE
MEASUREMENT (Section 13.2) on the
thermocouple and adds the measured voltage
to the calculated reference voltage, then
converts the voltage to temperature in C. A
temperature in degrees Celsius. When using
the 10, 50, and 200 mV ranges, the
thermocouple inputs are tested to ensure that
the thermocouple is not open.
NOTE: Because of the open thermocouple
test, high output impedance sensors should
not be measured with P13 or P14.
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
First single-ended
channel for RH
measurement
Excitation channel
number
compensating
temperature
measurement (C)
To skip the measurement portion of Instruction

13 and apply the CSI polynomials to a millivolt
value in an input location, index parameter
three, input channel. The input location where
the thermocouple output (mV) is located is now
defined by parameter three. The thermocouple
must be measured with Instruction 1.
TABLE 9-4. Thermocouple Type Codes

Code
X1
X2
X3
X4
X5
X6
X7
X8
Thermocouple Type
T (copper - constantan)
E (chromel - constantan)
K (chromel - alumel)
J (iron - constantan)
B (platinum - rhodium)
R (platinum - rhodium)
S (platinum - rhodium)
N (nickel - chromium)
X=0
X=8
X=9
Normal Measurement
TC input from A5B40 isolation
(uses 5 V range)
Output -99999 if out of common
mode range (Inst. 14 only)
9-9
TABLE 9-5. Voltage and Temperature Ranges for Thermocouples

if the Reference is 20C
Voltage
Range
Type T
Type E
Type K
Type J
10 mV
50 mV
200 mV
-200 to 227
-200 to 400
-----
-199 to 169
-240 to 675
-240 to 1000
-56 to 264
-56 to 1372
-----
-150 to 205
-150 to 422
-----
Voltage
Range
Type B
Type R
Type S
Type N
-50 to 1045
-50 to 1450
-200 to 333
-200 to 1240
10 mV
50 mV
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
03:
50 to 1260
50 to 1700
DATA
TYPE
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
0 to 970
0 to 1450
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
number for first TC
(when indexed (--),
becomes an input
location containing
voltage measurement)
Thermocouple type
code (Table 9-4)
Reference temperature
location
Destination input
location
Multiplier
Offset

*** 14 THERMOCOUPLE TEMPERATURE, ***
DIFFERENTIAL MEASUREMENT
FUNCTION
This instruction calculates the thermocouple
temperature for the thermocouple type selected.
The instruction specifies a DIFFERENTIAL
VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT (Section 13.2) on
the thermocouple, adds the measured voltage
to the voltage calculated for the reference
temperature relative to 0C, and converts the
combined voltage to temperature in C. A
temperature in degrees Celsius.
When using the 10, 50, or 200 mV ranges,
the differential inputs are briefly tested to insure
that the thermocouple is not open. If the
9-10
thermocouple is open, -99999 or -6999 is

output.
NOTE: Because of the open thermocouple
test, high output impedance sensors should
not be measured with P13 or P14.
Table 9-4 gives the thermocouple type codes
for Parameter 4. Enter a 9 in front of the code
and the CR23X will make a check on common
mode range; -99999 is output for temperature if
common mode range is exceeded.
To skip the measurement portion of Instruction
14 and apply the CSI polynomials to a millivolt
value in an input location, index parameter three,
input channel. The input location where the
thermocouple output (mV) is located is now
defined by parameter three. The thermocouple
must be measured with Instruction 2.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
2
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Range code (Table 9-5, 9-1)
number for first TC
(when indexed (--),
becomes an input
location containing
voltage measurement)
Thermocouple type
code (Table 9-4)
Reference temperature
location
Destination input
location
Multiplier
Offset
*** 15 CONTROL PORT SERIAL I/O ***
*** 18 MOVE TIME TO INPUT LOCATION ***
FUNCTION
Send and receive serial data through the
CR23X control ports, see Appendix B for details
on using Instruction 15.
FUNCTION
This instruction takes the current time in
seconds into the minute, minutes into the day,
or hours into the year and does a modulo divide
(see Instruction 46) on the time value with the
number specified in the second parameter. The
result is stored in the specified input location.
Entering 0 or a number which is greater than
the maximum value of the time for the second
parameter will result in the actual time value
being stored.
*** 16 TEMPERATURE FROM ***

PLATINUM R.T.D.
FUNCTION
This instruction uses the result of a previous RTD
bridge measurement to calculate the temperature
according to the DIN 43760 specification adjusted
(1980) to conform to the International
Electrotechnical Commission standard. The range
of linearization is -200 to 850C. The error in the
linearization is less than 0.001C between -100
and +300C, and is less than 0.003C between 180 and +830C. The error (T calculated - T
standard) is +0.006 at -200C and -0.006 at
+850C. The input must be the ratio R/Ro, where
R is the RTD resistance and Ro the resistance of
the RTD at 0C (Sections 7.9 and 7.10). A
temperature in degrees Celsius.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
2
4
4
FP
FP
Repetitions
Input location of R/Ro
Input location of result
Multiplier
Offset

*** 17 PANEL TEMPERATURE ***
FUNCTION
This instruction measures the temperature (C)
of a thermistor that resides under the CR23X
wiring panel. This temperature is generally
adequate for use as the thermocouple
reference temperature. Refer to Section 13.4.1
for accuracy information.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
DESCRIPTION
for temperature
PARAMETER 1 CODES
Code
0
1
2
3
PARAM.
NUMBER
Time Units
Seconds into minute (maximum 60)
Minutes into current day (maximum
1440)
Hours into current year (maximum
8784)
Store yr,day,hr,min,sec into 5 input
locations (modulo divide not used)
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
4
03:
DESCRIPTION
Time Code
Number to modulo
divide by
Input locations altered: 1 or 5

*** 19 WRITE SIGNATURE TO INPUT ***
LOCATION
FUNCTION
This instruction stores the signature of the Read
Only Memory (ROM) and user program memory
(SRAM) into an input location. The signature is
a result of the CR23X PROM, the size of
1
2
,
,
SRAM, and the entries in the
3
# ,
A , and
C
,
Modes.
This signature is not the same as the signatures
B Mode. Recording the
given in the
signature allows detection of any program
change or ROM failure.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
DESCRIPTION
9-11
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 20 SET PORT ***

FUNCTION
This instruction sets or configures specified
control ports (C1-C8). On power-up, ports
default to input configuration (i.e., they are not
driven high or low by the CR23X, and can be
used to read the status of an external signal
using Instruction 25). When a port is set high,
low, pulsed, or toggled by this instruction or a
program control command, the port is
automatically configured as an output.
NOTE: Do not apply voltages greater than
16 VDC to control ports. 5.0 VDC is
preferred.
6
Ports can also be set using the

Mode or
the J and K telecommunications commands.
However, the ports MUST be configured as
outputs before these means of setting them will
work. The option to configure the port as an
output is used when a port must be configured as
an output without changing the state of the port.
Pulse duration, initiated by a program control
instruction, can be set for each control port
(Table 12-2). Instruction 20 does not pulse the
port, it only sets the duration. If Instruction 20 is
not used to set the duration, the pulse
command will result in a 10 ms pulse.
Instruction 20 has two 4 digit parameters. Each
digit represents one control port. The code (09) entered as the digit determines what effect
command 20 has on the corresponding port.
TABLE 9-6. Port Configuration Option Codes
Code
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Function
Set port low
Set port high
Toggle port
Pulse duration 1 ms
Pulse duration 10 ms
Pulse duration 100 ms
Pulse duration 1 s
Configure as output
Configure as input
Leave unchanged
Duration of pulse on subsequent pulse port

command in Program Control Instruction.
9-12
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
C8, C7, C6, C5 option
codes
C4, C3, C2, C1 option
codes

*** 21 PULSE PORT WITH DURATION ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 21 pulses a control port for a
specified amount of time in hundredths of
seconds (0.01 seconds).
The pulse works as a toggle; if the port is high
before the instruction is executed, it will pulse
low and vice versa. Any value less than 1,
including 0, gives a pulse of 10 milliseconds.
The maximum input value is limited to 65,000,
which gives a pulse length of 650 sec.
Parameter 1 is the port number to be pulsed.
Parameter 2 is the input location containing the
pulse length.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
2
4
DESCRIPTION
Control port
Input location of pulse
length in hundredths of
a second
Input location altered: 0

Input locations read: 1
*** 22 DELAY WITH OPTIONAL ***
EXCITATION
FUNCTION
This instruction is used to delay program
execution. The excitation on time (parameter 2)
should be set to zero and the off time delay
(parameter 3) set to the desired delay. This
instruction can also be used in conjunction with
others for measuring a response to a timed
excitation using the excitation outputs. It sets
the selected excitation output to a specific
value, waits for the specified time, then turns off
the excitation and waits an additional specified
time before continuing execution of the following
instruction. Analog power is turned off during
delay after excitation to drop power to 3 mA.
If the excitation channel is indexed, parameter 4

becomes an input location. The excitation
voltage must be loaded into the specified input
location before Instruction 22 is executed.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
DESCRIPTION
Excitation channel
number (Table 9-2A)
Delay time in
hundredths of a second
that excitation is on
Delay time in hundredths
of a second after
excitation is turned off
Excitation voltage in
millivolts/Input location

*** 23 BURST MEASUREMENT ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 23 will repeatedly make a voltage
measurement on a series of single-ended or
differential channels, applying excitation if desired.
The measurement units are millivolts prior to
scaling. The measurements saved can be those
made immediately upon execution of the
instruction or grouped around a specified trigger
condition. The results of the measurements may
be stored in Input Storage or the raw A/D data can
be sent out the serial port. The minimum sample
interval per channel is .667 ms (i.e., one channel
can be sampled at a maximum rate of 1.5 kHz).
CAUTION: Measurement accuracy
specifications will not be met on the 10 mV
input range when the sample interval per
channel is set lower than 1 ms because of
insufficient settling time.
MEASUREMENT
The voltage measurement uses the fast
integration time of 250 s. Differential
measurements are made with a single
integration. The input settling time before an
integration is 370 s for intervals greater than or
equal to 1 ms per channel and 100 s for
intervals less than 1 ms per channel. The short
100 s input settling time was chosen to allow
burst measurements up to 1.5 kHz, at the
expense of adequate input settling time on the
10 mV input range. The 10 mV input range
will not meet the specified measurement

accuracy for intervals less than 1 ms per
channel. Settling errors on the order of 100
V were measured with a 1 k source
impedance when using less than 1 ms per
channel in the burst mode. Settling errors are
worsened for sensors with long leads and/or
high output impedance. See Section 13.3 for
discussion of settling time and time constants.
Excitation is always supplied from excitation
channel 1. The excitation voltage in millivolts is
entered in Parameter 9. If excitation is not
desired, enter 0 for Parameter 9.
Three options are available for the first digit in
Parameter 4.
0 - Trigger on first measurement channel.
1 - Trigger on Digital Control Port 1.
2 - Trigger on first measurement channel, set
Digital Control Port high when trigger is met
and low when measurements have finished.
When triggering on options 0 or 2, the
measurement on the first specified channel
(Parameter 3) is compared to the limit specified
in Parameter 8. The user's multiplier and offset
are not applied before the comparison: the limit
must be entered in units of millivolts. If a digital
trigger (low < 1.5V, 3.5 V < HIGH < 5 V) is used,
it must be input to Digital Control Port #1.
Option 2 is useful when 2 or more CR23X's are
required to start "Bursting" at the same time.
For example, Digital Control Port #1 of all the
CR23X's involved are connected in parallel.
The master CR23X sets its Digital Control Port
#1 high when the trigger condition is met. The
remaining dataloggers, programmed with option
1, trigger on the digital signal. The master
CR23X sets Port #1 low when its
measurements are completed.
Five trigger options are available for the second
digit in Parameter 4: 0 trigger immediately,
start saving or sending data with the first
measurement made; 1 trigger if the
measurement is greater than the limit entered
or if the digital trigger is high; 2 trigger if the
measurement is less than the limit or if the
digital trigger is low; 3 trigger on rising edge;
i.e., when the measurement goes from below to
above the limit or when the digital trigger goes
from low to high; 4 trigger on falling edge; i.e.,
trigger when measurement goes from above the
limit to below it or when the digital trigger goes
from high to low. When triggering on the rising
or falling edge, the input must make the
9-13
specified transition to trigger. For example,

when triggering on the rising edge, if the input
starts out high, it must go low and then high
again to trigger.
1000 (e.g., 0.001 represents 1 measurement).

If 0 is entered for Parameter 6, the CR23X will
continue to send data until the Instruction is
aborted by pressing any key on the keyboard.
DATA SENT TO INPUT STORAGE

When the measurements are sent to Input
Storage, Parameter 6 is used to specify the
number of scans made on the channels being
measured (the CR23X multiplies the number
entered by 1000). The measurements from
each channel are stored contiguously. For
example: Parameter 1 specifies 4 channels are
to be measured, Parameter 6 specifies 250
scans (0.250 entered), and Parameter 10
specifies 1 as the first input location to store
data. The measurements from the first channel
will be stored in input locations 1-250, those
from the second channel in locations 251-500,
etc. If insufficient locations are allocated to
A ) to accommodate the
Input Storage (
number of locations called for by Parameter 6
multiplied by Parameter 1 (e.g., 250 x 4 =
1000), an error code, E 60, will be displayed
when the program is compiled.
Raw A/D data may be sent to a maximum of 8

SM192 or SM716 Solid State Storage Modules
(SM's) at 76.8K baud (Parameter 4, Destination
Option C = 3). All SM's connected should be
set to Fill and Stop and have consecutive
addresses. The Burst data will be sent to the
first available (lowest address) Storage Module,
followed by the next lowest addressed, and so
on. If the data is retrieved from the SM's using
SMCOM.COM, a Storage Module
communications program contained in the
PC208 Datalogger Support Software, the data
collection format must be "A as stored 8 bit".
This will transfer the raw A/D data to a
computer file. The raw A/D data can be
converted to ASCII using SPLIT, a general
purpose data reduction program also contained
in PC208.
The number of scans determines how many

samples will be saved, and hence, when
Instruction 23 will be completed and execution
will pass on to the next instruction.
Measurements before and/or after the trigger
can be saved. Parameter 7 determines how
many scans that occurred prior to the trigger
are saved. For example, if 250 scans are
specified, and an offset of 20 is entered for
Parameter 7, then the trigger measurement will
be stored in location 21. Locations 1-20 will
contain the measurements that preceded the
trigger and 22-250 will contain the
measurements following the trigger. If only 10
measurements are made before the trigger,
then they will be stored in locations 11-20 while
the value -99999. will be stored in locations 1-10
for which no measurements were made.
DATA SENT TO SERIAL PORT
When the raw A/D data is sent out the serial
port, the measurement data is not buffered and
hence, only the trigger and subsequent
measurements can be sent. The number of
measurements is determined by Parameters 1
and 6. Because the total number of
measurements are limited only by the storage of
the receiving computer, this can be a very large
number. Parameter 6 is the number of
measurements per channel to send in units of
9-14
If SPLIT is not available for converting the raw

A/D, the following A/D format information is
provided for decoding purposes. At the start of
the series of measurements, the CR23X makes
a self-calibration measurement. The calibration
data is sent at the start of the measurement
data. The serial data is sent as a series of
signed 2 byte integers (most significant byte
sent first; i.e., Integer = 256 byte 1 + byte 2):
I1...In. The first integer, I1 is a start of output
identifier, FCxx (hex), where the first byte is
always FC (never seen in the data), and the
second byte is a number less than 100
(decimal, 64 hex), which is the Instruction
Location Number of Instruction 23 in the
program table. I2 divided by I3 is the multiplier
and I4 the offset (to the raw data) determined by
the first calibration. I2 is a fixed value
determined by the input range selected. I5
through In are the raw measurement data.
Thus, the value of the first measurement sent
(M1) in millivolts is:
M1 = I2/I3 (I5 - I4)
The measurement data are sent in the order
that the measurements are made (i.e., the first
measurement for each channel, then the
second measurement for each channel, etc.).
NOTE: When the raw serial data option is

selected, the calibration values are for
conversion to millivolts only. Parameters 11
and 12 are ignored.
SCAN INTERVAL
Instruction 23 has its own scan interval
independent of the execution interval of the
program table in which it resides. The
resolution of the clock timing the execution
interval is 407 nanoseconds. This scan interval,
entered in Parameter 5 (in milliseconds), is the
time between each scan of the specified
channels (i.e., if 4 channels are specified in
Parameter 1, and the scan interval is 5 ms, then
the 4 measurements will be repeated every 5
ms). The minimum time that is allowed per
measurement is 0.6666 ms. The maximum
time that is allowed per measurement is 25 ms.
If the scan interval entered does not allow this
much time per measurement (e.g., if with 4
reps, an interval less than 2.666 ms is entered),
an error code, E 61, will be displayed when the
program is compiled. When sending data to the
serial port, the rate at which the data can be
transferred may limit the scan interval (e.g., at
9600 baud the minimum time per measurement
is 2.2 ms).
Burst/Telecommunications Considerations
If a Burst measurement sequence is in
progress, raising the datalogger's ring line will
abort the Burst sequence. Peripherals which
raise the ring line are modems (i.e., RF,
Telephone, Short Haul, MD9, SC32A).
If the Burst Measurement Instruction is
encountered while telecommunications is in
progress, the destination of the data determines
whether or not the instruction is executed:
Burst data sent to input locations
If a CR23X already in Telecommunications
mode executes a Burst instruction specifying
that Burst data be sent to input locations, all
telecommunication activity will be suspended.
After the Burst trigger condition is met and all
Burst measurements made,
telecommunications activity can resume.
Burst data sent to CS I/O or Computer
RS-232 Port
CR23X program execution will pause until the

Telecommunication mode is exited. During this
pause telecommunications (i.e., view input
locations in the Monitor Mode, etc.) can
continue. No Burst measurements are made
while in telecommunications and no Burst data is
sent to the serial port. After telecommunications
has ended, datalogger program execution will
resume as if the Burst instruction were just
executed.
NOTE: Instruction 23 can be aborted by
pressing any key on the CR23X Keyboard.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
04:
DESCRIPTION
Input channels per
scan (reps)
Range code
Single-ended or
differential channel for
first analog
measurements
Option, 4 digit code
ABCD
A
Trigger
0 - Trigger on 1st
analog channel
1 - Digital trigger
on Control Port #1
2 Same as 0, but
set Digital Control
Port #1 high when
trigger is met, low
when done
measuring
B
Trigger option
0 - Trigger
immediately
1 - Trigger if
above limit (high)
2 - Trigger if below
limit (low)
3 - Trigger on
rising edge
4 - Trigger on
falling edge
C Destination
0 - Input Storage
1 - CS I/O port
9600 baud
2 - CS I/O port
76,800 baud
If the Burst instruction specifies that Burst data

be sent to the serial port (i.e., Storage Module),
9-15
05:
FP
06:
FP
07:
08:
FP
09:
10:
4
4
11:
FP
12:
FP
3 - CS I/O port
76,800 baud to
SM192/716
5 - CS I/O port
38.4 K
6 - RS-232 port
38.4 K
D Measurement
0 - Differential
measurement
1 - Single-ended
measurement
Scan interval (ms,
minimum 0.6666 x
reps, limited to 25 ms)
Number of scans (units
of 1000)
Number of samples
saved before trigger (not
used with serial output)
Trigger limit (mV,
unscaled measurement)
Excitation voltage (mV)
1st input location in
which to store data
Multiplier (not used with
serial output)
Offset (not used with
serial output)
Input locations altered: number of scans plus

number of samples saved before trigger
*** 24 CALIBRATION ***
Calibrate and put calibration values into input
locations if desired. Calibration takes place only
when Instruction 24 is executed. Automatic
calibration is disabled if Instruction 24 is in a
program table. See Section 13.7 for help on
when to use Instruction 24.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
Option
0
Option (0 for most

applications)
Beginning input
location (Option 0 does
not alter any input
locations)
Description
Calibrate only the active components;
do not store the results
Calibrate only the active components;
store the active components
Calibrate all components; store the
results
Do not calibrate; store active
components
1
2
3
*** 25 READ PORTS ***

FUNCTION
The status of a group of ports selected by a
mask is read and placed in an input location.
The status is a base 2 representation of the
ports converted to base 10. Port 1 is the least
significant bit. For example, if all ports are read,
and the port status is as follows:
PORT
VALUE
STATUS
(0=low,
1=high)
C8 C7 C6 C5 C4 C3 C2 C1
128
64
32
16
Base 10 equivalent: 32 + 16 + 2 = 50
50 will be stored in the input location.
The mask is also base 2 representation; 1
indicates the port is to be read, 0 results in a 0
for the port regardless of the status of the port
(AND operation). For example, if 50 (see above
example) is entered for the mask, ports 2, 5,
and 6 are read. If only ports 4 and 5 are high,
the status will be 16 (port 4 is not read).
NOTE: Voltages in excess of 16 volts
applied to a control port can cause the
CR23X to malfunction.
DESCRIPTION
Input Locations Used: 0 to 31 depending on

option and what is being used in the program.
9-16
TABLE 9-7
PARAM.
NUM.
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
4
4
DESCRIPTION
MASK (0-255)
INPUT LOCATION TO
STORE RESULT
*** 26 TIMER ***

FUNCTION
This instruction will reset a timer or store the
elapsed time registered by the timer in seconds in
an Input Storage location. Instruction 26 can be
used with Program Control Instructions to measure
the elapsed time between specific input conditions.
There is only one timer and it is common to all
tables (e.g., if the timer is reset in Table 1 and later
in Table 2, a subsequent instruction in Table 1 to
read the timer will store the elapsed time since the
timer was reset in Table 2).
Elapsed time is tracked in 0.1* second
increments. The maximum interval that can be
timed is 46.6 days.
The timer is also reset in response to certain
keyboard entries:
1. When tables are changed and compiled
0
Mode, the timer is reset
with the
automatically.
2. Entering "6" after changing the program
compiles the programs, but does NOT reset
the timer.
PARAM.
NUM.
01:
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Input location no. of

elapsed time in seconds
(or enter 0 to reset)

(0 if timer is being reset)
*** 27 PERIOD AVERAGE (SE) ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 27 measures the period
(microseconds) of a signal on a single-ended
input channel. As an option, the frequency of
the signal in kHz may be output instead of the
period.
The number of cycles to measure should be
chosen so that at least 1.1 milliseconds
transpires while counting those cycles (e.g., if
the maximum input frequency is 10 kHz, choose
at least 11 cycles to be measured). If the time
for the number of cycles is less than 1.1
milliseconds, an overrange value (displayed as 99999) will be stored for the measurement. The
specified number of cycles are timed with a
resolution of 12 nanoseconds, making the
resolution on the period 12 nanoseconds
divided by the number of cycles measured.
The Time out parameter specifies the
maximum length of time the instruction will wait
on each repetition for the specified number of
cycles. If the cycles have not been counted
within this time, -99999 will be loaded into the
input location.
TABLE 9-8. Period Average Output Options/Range Codes

Range
Code
Voltage
Gain
Minimum
1
Signal (pk-pk)
Maximum
1
Signal (pk-pk)
Minimum
Pulse Width
Maximum
2
Frequency
x4
1.0
500 mV
10.0 V
2.5 s
200 kHz
x3
5.0
40 mV
2.0 V
10 s
50 kHz
x2
20
5 mV
2.0 V
62 s
8 kHz
x1
100
2 mV
2.0 V
100 s
5 kHz
x = 0 Output Period in s
x = 1 Output frequency in Hz
1 - Signals must be centered around datalogger ground to trigger zero-crossing detector.
2 - Maximum frequency equals 1/(Twice Minimum Pulse Width) for 50% duty cycle signals.
9-17
1F
To single - ended
input
Sensor
with
DC
Vo s
offset
D1
D2
R
10k
Silicon diodes
such as 1N4001
Figure 9-2. Recommended input conditioning circuit for period averaging.

An internal gain stage is used to amplify lowlevel ac signals prior to a zero-crossing detector
for the period averaging measurement. The
minimum pulse width requirements increase
(maximum frequency decreases) with
increasing gain as shown in Table 9-8. Signals
larger than the specified maximum for a range
will saturate the gain stage and prevent
operation up to the maximum specified
frequency. A recommended input conditioning
circuit for period averaging measurements is
shown in Figure 9-2.
CAUTION: Noisy signals with slow
transitions through the zero voltage
threshold are problematic for period
measurements, because of the potential for
extraneous counts and the zero crossing
point. A zero-crossing detector with 16 mV
of hysteresis follows the voltage gain
stages. The effective input referred
hysteresis equals 16 mV divided by the
selected voltage gain. The effective input
referred hysteresis for range code X1 is
only 0.16 mV. Consequently, 0.16 mV of
noise on the input signal could cause
extraneous counts for range code X1. For
best results, select the smallest gain that
will meet the minimum input signal
requirements.
In Figure 9-2, the capacitor C is a dc blocking
capacitor for offset voltage removal. Resistor
R1 is used to bias the datalogger side of the
input circuit to ground. Low-level sensor
outputs can have dc offset voltages that prevent
the internal voltage comparator from ever
crossing its switch point. The reactance of the
-1
dc blocking capacitor (Xc = (2 f C) ) and
resistor R1 form a voltage divider at low
frequencies (R1/(R1 + Xc)) that attenuates the
9-18
applied input signal. This attenuation sets a

lower limit on low-frequency operation and the
minimum size of R1. The circuit shown in
Figure 9-2 attenuates the input signal by a
factor of 2 at 16 Hz.
The back-to-back silicon diodes D1 and D2
shown in Figure 9-2 provide ESD protection for
capacitor C and the sensor, and also limit large
amplitude sensor signals. These diodes clip
large amplitude signals to approximately 1.4 V
pk-pk, which is within the recommended input
signal ranges for all range codes. Diodes D1
and D2 along with resistor R1 are
recommended to limit large amplitude sensor
signals, even when dc blocking capacitor C is
not used. Sensors outputting large voltages
may cause large currents to flow through these
back-to-back diodes. A current limiting resistor
may be desirable to minimize these currents in
some situations.
The current flow through these clipping diodes
may also induce single-ended offset voltages if
ground terminals because
it returns into the
of an alternate return path (ground loop) back to
the sensor. Single-ended offset voltages of up
to 1 V/mA of current that flows into the
ground terminals can be induced across the
front panel. The back-to-back diodes can be
tied into the G ground terminals, rather than
ground terminals, if this is a problem.
PARAM.
NUM.
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Output option/Range
code (Table 9-8)
Single-ended input
channel
04:
05:
4
4
06:
07:
08:
FP
FP
# Cycles to measure
Time out (0.01 sec, at
least the maximum
duration of the number
of cycles specified + 1
1/2 cycles.)
Destination input
location
Multiplier
Offset
a single excitation channel and measures the

sensors output on two consecutive differential
analog input channels. The pressure and
sensor temperature are written into two
consecutive input locations starting at the
location specified in parameter 3.
Each PS9105 has 20 enhanced measurement
parameters that are documented on the
calibration sheet. Enter these parameters into
Instruction 29.

*** 28 VIBRATING WIRE ***
MEASUREMENT
FUNCTION
Excites a vibrating wire sensor with a swept
frequency (from low frequency to high), then
measures the response period and calculates 1/T2,
where T is the period in ms. Excitation is normally
provided before each repetition. As an option, a
single excitation can be made prior to all repetitions
of the measurement. An AVW1 or AVW4 Vibrating
Wire Interface is usually required for these sensors.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
2
2
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
10:
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions Hit C (--) to
skip repeat of
excitation
Excitation Channel
Start frequency of
sweep (100'S of Hz)
End frequency of
sweep (100'S of Hz)
# Cycles to measure (0
means none)
Delay before excitation
applied (0.01 sec units)
Input location (1/T2), T
in ms
FP
Multiplier
FP
Offset

*** 29 INW PS9105E ***
FUNCTION
The Instrumentation Northwest PS9105
Pressure Transducer is used to measure water
level. This instruction excites the PS9105 with
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
4
FP
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
10:
11:
12:
13:
14:
15:
16:
17:
18:
19:
20:
21:
22:
23:
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
number for first
measurement
Excitation channel
number
Pressure Range (psig)
(enh. par. 1)
Enhanced Parameter 2

*** 100 SDM TDR ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 100 is used to control and measure
the CSI TDR Soil Moisture Measurement
System with control ports C1, C2, and C3. See
the TDR manual for information on Instruction
100.
9-19
*** 101 SDM-INT8 ***

FUNCTION
The 8 channel Interval Timer (INT8) is a
measurement module which provides processed
timing information to the datalogger. Each of the 8
input channels may be independently configured to
detect either rising or falling edges of either a low
level AC signal or a 5 V logic signal. Each channel
may be independently programmed. See the
SDM-INT8 manual for detailed instructions and
examples.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
4
4
FP
FP
Execution Time:
DESCRIPTION
Address, Base 4
(00..33)
*Input config; channels
8,7,6,5
*Input config; channels
4,3,2,1
**Function; channels
8,7,6,5
**Function; channels
4,3,2,1
***Averaging option
Loc
Mult
Offset
2.3 ms + 1.65 ms/value +
averaging interval if used
Intermediate locations required: 1

Input locations altered: 1 per function
* Input configurations:
0=
5V logic level, rising edge
1=
5V logic level, falling edge
2=
low level ac, rising edge
3=
low level ac, falling edge
** Function:
0=
1=
2=
3=
4=
5=
6=
7=
8=
9-20
none
period in ms
frequency in kHz
time since previous channel's
edge in ms
time since channel 1 in ms
counts on channel 2 since
channel 1, linear interpolation
frequency in kHz (low resolution)
counts
counts on Channel 2 since
Channel 1, no interpolation
*** Averaging option:

0
0-XXXX
XXXX-
9999-
Average over execution interval

Continuous averaging
Averaging interval in ms,
XXXX>0
Capture all events until XXXX
edges of channel 1 (0<XXXX,
9999)
Test memory
*** 102 SDM-SW8A ***

FUNCTION
The 8 channel SDM-SW8A Switch Closure
Input Module is a peripheral for measuring up to
8 channels of switch closure or voltage pulse
inputs. Each channel may be configured to
read single-pole double-throw (SPDT) switch
closure, single-pole single-throw (SPST) switch
closure, or voltage pulse. Output options
include counts, duty cycle, or state.
The SW8A is addressed by the datalogger,
allowing multiple SW8A's to be connected to
one datalogger. 16 addresses are available,
but for most applications Campbell Scientific
recommends no more than 4 SW8A's be
connected to one datalogger.
If more channels are requested than exist in
one module, the datalogger automatically
increments the address and continues to the
next SW8A. The address settings for multiple
SW8A's must sequentially increase. For
example, assume 2 SW8A's with an address of
22 and 23 are connected, and 12 Reps are
requested. Eight channels from the first SW8A
and the first 4 channels from the second SW8A
will be read.
Only one Function Option (Parameter 3) may be
specified per P102 Instruction. If all 4 functions
are desired, 4 P102 Instructions are required.
Function Option 0 provides the state of the
signal at the time P102 is executed. A 1 or 0
corresponds to high or low states, respectively.
Function Option 1 provides signal duty cycle.
The result is the percentage of time the signal is
high during the sample interval.
Function Option 2 provides a count of the
number of positive transitions of the signal.
Function Option 3 provides the signature of the
SW8A PROM. A positive number (signature)
indicates the PROM and RAM are good, a zero
(0) indicates bad PROM, and a negative number
indicates bad RAM. Function Option 3 is not

used routinely, but is helpful in "debugging".
Only one Rep is required for Option 3.
Parameter 4 specifies the first SW8A channel to
be read (1..8). One or more sequential
channels are read depending on the Reps. To
optimize program efficiency, the sensors should
be wired sequentially.
Data are stored in sequential input locations,
starting at the location specified in Parameter 5.
The number of input locations consumed is
equal to the number of Reps.
The scaling multiplier and offset (Parameters 6
and 7) are applied to all readings. If a multiplier
is not entered, all readings are set to 0.
If the SW8A does not respond, -99999 will be
loaded into input locations. Modules which do
not respond when addressed by the datalogger
are possibly wired or addressed incorrectly.
Verify the address specified in Parameter 2
corresponds to the jumper setting and all
connections are correct and secure. See the
SDM-SW8 Manual for examples.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
4
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Reps (# of channels)
Starting Address, Base 4
(00..33)
Function Option
(0=State, 1=Duty,
2=Counts, 3=Signature)
SDM-SW8A Starting
Channel (1..8)
Starting input location
Mult
Offset
Input locations altered: 1 per channel

*** 103 SDM-AO4 ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 103 is used to activate a SDM-AO4
connected to ports C1, C2, and C3.
There are 4 analog voltage outputs per SDMAO4. The output voltages in millivolts must be
stored in 4 adjacent input locations starting with
the location entered in parameter 3. Four reps
are required for each SDM-A04. Every 4 reps
another device at the next higher address is
selected.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01
02
2
2
03
DESCRIPTION
Reps (# of outputs)
(00..33)
C1 is Data line
C2 is Clk/Hand Shake line
C3 is SDE (Enable) line
Input locations reads: 1 per repetitions
*** 104 SDM-CD16AC ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 104 is used to control the SDMCD16AC or the SDM-CD16. The SDMCD16AC Control Port Expansion Module has 16
digital control ports with drivers. Each port can
be controlled by a datalogger or controlled
manually with an override toggle switch. Each
port can be thought of as a switch to ground;
closed when active, open when inactive. The
primary function is to activate AC powered
external relays, solenoids, or resistive loads
under datalogger control.
The SDM-CD16AC is a synchronously
addressed datalogger peripheral. Datalogger
control ports 1, 2 and 3 are used to address the
SDM-CD16AC then clock out the desired state
of each of the 16 control ports. Up to 16 SDMCD16AC's may be addressed, making it
possible to control a maximum of 256 ports
from the first three datalogger control ports.
For each Rep, the 16 ports of the addressed
SDM-CD16AC are sent according to 16
sequential input locations starting at the input
location specified in parameter 3. Any non-zero
value stored in an input location activates
(connects to ground) the associated SDMCD16AC port. A value of zero (0) deactivates
the port (open circuit). For example, assuming 2
Reps and a starting input location of 33,
OUTPUT 1 through 16 of the first SDM-CD16AC
are set according to input locations 33 through
48, and OUTPUT 1 through 16 of the second
SDM-CD16AC are set according to input
locations 49 through 64. See the SDM-CD16AC
manual for detailed instructions and examples.
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PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
DESCRIPTION
Reps (# of CD16AC
modules sequentially
addressed)
(00..33)
For example, address A would be entered as

65.
PARAMETER 2. COMMAND
Enter a number to select the command to be
sent to the SDI-12 sensor. Usually 0 is entered
to select the M command. The following
Standard SDI-12 commands are supported by
the CR23X:
Input locations read: 16 per repetition

TABLE 9-9. SDI-12 Command Codes
*** 105 SDI-12 RECORDER ***
NOTE: Version 1.2 of the SDI-12
specification has been implemented in the
CR23X. Features added in this version are
marked with a dagger () and may not be
supported by older SDI-12 sensors.
Instruction 105 allows data to be collected from
SDI-12 sensors. The sensors SDI-12 data line
is connected to a control port (C5-C8). The
SDI-12 ground should be connected to a "G"
terminal on the CR23X wiring panel. SDI-12
power may be connected to 12V.
If multiple SDI-12 sensors are used, up to ten
sensors may be connected to a single control
port, but each sensor must have a unique
address and requires a separate Instruction
105.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
2
2
4
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
Address (0-9, 10126)
Command (Table 9-8)
Control Port (C5-C8)
Input Loc.
Mult
Offset
Input locations altered: 1-9 (1-99), depending

on the SDI-12 sensor
Intermediate locations required: 21
PARAMETER 1. ADDRESS
Enter the address of the SDI-12 sensor (0-9).
Extended addresses (10-126) may be used by
entering the decimal equivalent for the
appropriate ASCII character (see Appendix E).
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ENTRY
COMMAND
DESCRIPTION
Initiate Measurement
0 --
Initiate Concurrent
Measurement
1..9
M1..M9
Additional
Measurement
commands specified
by the SDI-12 sensor
10
Initiate Verify
sequence
11
Send Identification
Command 0: the CR23X will issue the M SDI12 measurement command and wait for the
sensor to complete its measurement before
requesting the data and proceeding to the next
instruction in the program table. If Instruction
105 is placed in Table 1, program execution will
be suspended during this delay. If it is placed in
Table 2, instructions in Table 1 may be
executed during this delay.
Command 0--: this command enables
concurrent measurements with SDI-12 sensors
that support this feature. With concurrent
measurements, the CR23X can initiate
measurements with multiple SDI-12 sensors
without having to wait for each individual
sensor to complete its sequence before
proceeding to the next sensor. The CR23X will
issue the C SDI-12 concurrent measurement
command and wait for the sensor response,
which includes the amount of time in seconds it
will take for the sensor to make the
measurement. The CR23X will not wait for the
data: rather, it will continue executing the table.
The next time the instruction is executed, the
CR23X will check the elapsed time. If the
elapsed time is equal to or greater than that
given by the sensor, the CR23X will get the data
from the SDI-12 sensor. In the following
execution of the instruction, the CR23X will

again issue the C command.
The results of an M, C, M1-M9, or V command
sequence is numerical data, stored in input
location(s). The response to the I command is
text information, which is written directly to Final
Storage regardless of the Output Flag's state.
7
mode of the CR23X cannot be
The
used to view text data.
In addition to the Standard SDI-12 commands,
the CR23X can issue Extended SDI-12
commands. Instruction 68, Extended
Parameters 4 Digit, is used to supply the
characters and values to be transmitted.
Multiple Instructions 68 can be used
sequentially to extend the command string. The
01:
SDI-12 Recorder (P105)

1:
1
SDI-12 Address
2:
0
Start Measurement (aM0!)
3:
5
Port
4:
5
Loc [ SendVal_1 ]
5:
1
Mult
6:
0
Offset
02:
Extended Parameters 4 Digit (P68)

1:
65
Option
2:
48
Option
3:
128
Option
4:
128
Option
5:
0
Option
6:
0
Option
7:
0
Option
8:
0
Option
Command parameter 2 in Instruction 105 must

be 0, not 0--. Parameter 4 in Instruction 105
should refer to the first Input Location, if any, to
be sent as part of the command string. The
parameters placed in P68 are the decimal
ASCII equivalent of literal characters to be sent,
or 128 if the value in an input location is to be
sent. Enter a parameter of zero to end the
string. The address prefix and ! suffix are
automatically sent in addition to the information
listed in Instruction(s) 68. The CR23X keeps no
data from the sensor response.
Example: To send the command 1A0+2.345687.654! where 1 is the SDI-12 sensor address,
+2.3456 is the value in Input Location 5 and 87.654 is the value in Input Location 6, use the
following instructions:
;ASCII character A
;ASCII character 0
;Send first value
;Send second value
;End of command string
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PARAMETER 3. PORT
Enter the CR23X control port (C5-C8)
connected to the SDI-12 sensor data line. The
default port is C8.
PARAMETER 4. INPUT LOCATION
Input location where the returned data is stored.
If multiple values are returned from the SDI-12
sensor they are stored in sequential input
locations beginning at the specified location.
*** 106 SDI-12 SENSOR ***

Instruction 106 allows a CR23X to be used as
an SDI-12 sensor. The CR23X can make
measurements and transfer data using SDI-12
commands in response to another SDI-12
recorder.
Instruction 106 supports the Standard SDI-12
commands as listed in the Parameter 2
description for Instruction 105.
ERRORS
If the CR23X receives either an incorrect
response or no response from an SDI-12
sensor, the CR23X will retry the operation. If
after retries a valid response has not been
received, the CR23X will store a -99999 in the
input location specified in Parameter 4. Only
the first location will be altered. Sequential
locations will contain values from previous
measurements.
TRANSPARENT MODE
The SDI-12 transparent mode is used to
communicate directly with an SDI-12 sensor. A
common application of the transparent mode is
to verify proper operation of the SDI-12 sensor.
A computer or terminal is required to use the
transparent mode; the keyboard cannot be
used. Transparent mode is entered while the
computer is in telecommunications with the
SDI-12 recorder CR23X (at the asterisk ''
prompt). Enter 'pX' at the asterisk prompt,
where 'p' is the Control Port number (5-8)
attached to the SDI-12 data line. The CR23X
responds with entering SDI-12. Any SDI-12
command preceded with the sensor address
and followed with an exclamation point '!' may
then be entered. For example, entering '0I!'
would request identification from an SDI-12
sensor addressed at 0.
The SDI-12 prompt will not appear until the
CR23X finishes executing all program tables.
While in transparent mode, scheduled tables in
the CR23X will not execute. Transparent mode
ends and the * prompt is returned when an
invalid SDI-12 command (e.g., a blank line) is
entered, if the SDI-12 sensor doesnt respond
within the time-out period following a valid
command (approximately 1/3 second), or if the
user does not enter a command before the
mode times out (approximately 35 seconds).
Security must be unlocked to level 2 before the
Transparent mode is enabled.
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The SDI-12 data line is attached to Control Port

8 and Instruction 106 must be the first
instruction in Subroutine 98 located in Table 3.
An SDI-12 recorder addresses the SDI-12
sensor CR23X by sending a Break and the
sensor's address. The sensor CR23X will call
subroutine 98 whenever it detects activity on the
SDI-12 data line attached to Port 8, but if the
break and the specified address are not
received by Instruction 106, the remainder of
the subroutine is not executed.
Two programming techniques exist for obtaining
measurement values to be transferred by the
sensor Instruction 106. The first technique
makes the requested measurements "on
demand" in response to the recorders request.
The measurement instructions are located in
Subroutine 98 and are executed only when the
SDI-12 recorder requests measurements. This
technique is preferred when measurements are
to be made at the recorder's command.
The second technique transfers measurement
values previously obtained by instructions in
Table 1 or Table 2. Subroutine 98 contains only
Instructions 106 (SDI-12 sensor) and 95 (End).
When the recorder requests measurements,
values already in the specified input locations
are used. The advantage of this technique is
that the sensor CR23X can be making and
storing measurements independent of the SDI12 recorder. The data is also returned slightly
faster since the sensor CR23X does not make
measurements when the recorder requests
data, but rather uses measurements made at
the last regular table execution.
These two techniques can be combined allowing
the sensor CR23X to function as an SDI-12
sensor and to make independent measurements.
While Subroutine 98 is being executed, normal
Table 1 or 2 execution scheduling may be altered
or missed since Subroutine 98 is not interrupted.
This is likely to occur if Subroutine 98 execution

takes longer than the scan interval programmed
for Table 1 or 2. It is also possible for instructions
in Table 1 or 2 to prevent Subroutine 98 from
being called in time for Instruction 106 to receive
the address information from the recorder. This
is likely to occur only if Table 1 or 2 is executed
often and has instructions that take longer than
1/3 second to execute. For example, Instruction
4 (Excite-Delay-SE) with a 1/2 second delay could
cause Subroutine 98 to miss the SDI-12 address
information if it were executing when the SDI-12
data line became active. If this occurs the sensor
CR23X will not respond to the SDI-12 recorder.
Most instructions execute fast enough that when
Instruction 106 misses the initial SDI-12 address,
a subsequent retry by the recorder will work.
Instruction 106 (SDI-12 sensor) to the final

Instruction 95 (End).
PARAM.
NUMBER
PARAMETER 3. LOCATION
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
4
4
03:
DESCRIPTION
ADDRESS (0-9, 10-126)
TIME/VALUES
ttnn: tt=time(sec)
nn=no. values
LOCATION starting
loc. for values
For response to the M command, the entered

time may be longer than the actual time without
slowing the data exchange because the sensor
CR23X signals the SDI-12 data recorder when
the data is ready for transfer.
For response to either the M or the C
command, if the entered time is too short the
sensor CR23X will not respond and the data
values will not be transferred. Similarly, no
response occurs if the SDI-12 recorder queries
the sensor CR23X before the entered time has
elapsed.
This parameter determines the starting input

location for the 'n' values to be returned to the
recorder. The 'M' or 'M1-M9' command issued
by the SDI-12 recorder determines if the starting
location is actually that specified in Parameter 3
or a multiple of 'n' past Parameter 3.
Intermediate locations required: 182. To

accommodate this number, increase the value in
*A window 2, if keying program steps in by hand.
Starting input location = Parameter 3 + (nx),

where n is specified in Parameter 2, and, x is
the number following the 'M' sent by the SDI-12
recorder (1-9).If the 'M' command is sent by the
recorder x = 0.
PARAMETER 1. ADDRESS
Results of Instruction 106
Enter the address for the CR23X acting as an

SDI-12 sensor (0-9, 10-126 decimal value for
ASCII character, see Appendix E). Each SDI12 sensor connected to a given control port
must have a unique address.
The sensor CR23X will return a set of input

locations in response to the M or M1..M9
command sequence. The set of Locations
returned is determined by Parameters 2 and 3
of Instruction 106.
PARAMETER 2. TIME/VALUES
Enter the time in seconds required for the
sensor CR23X to complete subroutine 98
followed by the number of input locations to be
returned to the SDI-12 recorder. The format is
ttnn where tt specifies the time in seconds and
nn (maximum 63) is the number of values from
Input Locations to be sent.
Enter a time of 0 to transfer the values already
stored in input locations. With a time of zero,
the remaining instructions in Subroutine 98 are
not executed.
The actual time to complete subroutine 98 is the
time required to execute all instructions from
The three values, sent in response to a V

command sequence, indicate the status of the
sensor CR23X. The first and second values are
B mode of the sensor CR23X,
from the
giving the number of watchdog errors (E08) and
the number of table overruns that have
occurred. The third is a signature of the sensor
CR23X memory. This signature is created by
the same technique that the Instruction 19
(Signature) uses.
In response to an I command, the CR23X
sends the string 'a 12CAMPBELL CR23X 001
bbbb' where a is the sensor address and bbbb
is the number from the eighth window of the
B mode.
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*** 107 SDM-CSAT3 ***

FUNCTION
This instruction controls and receives data from
CSIs three-dimensional sonic anemometer
(CSAT3). See the CSAT3 manual for
information on Instruction 107.
*** 110 SDM-GROUP TRIGGER ***

FUNCTION
This instruction is used to synchronize the
measurements of up to 15 SDM sensors that
support the group trigger protocol. The data is
retrieved with the appropriate device specific
instruction. Instruction 110 does not have any
parameters.
*** 113 SDM-SI04 ***
*** 108 SDM-UDG01 ***

FUNCTION
This instruction is used to measure the UDG01
Ultrasonic Snow Depth Sensor using control
ports C1, C2, and C3. Air temperature is a
required input for Instruction 108.
FUNCTION
Instruction 113 communicates with the
SDM-SI04 serial input multiplexer. See the
SDM-SI04 manual for directions.
*** 114 SET TIME ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
FP
FP
DESCRIPTION
UDG01 SDM address
(Base 4)
for the air temperature
for the distance
Multiplier
Offset
FUNCTION
Instruction 114 can be used to set the CR23X
clock from values in input locations.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:

*** 109 SDMX50 CHANNEL SELECT ***
FUNCTION
This instruction is used to manually select
probes on the CSI TDR Soil Moisture
Measurement System.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
SDMX50 Address
(Base 4)
SDMX50 channel
number
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DESCRIPTION
Option code:
0 set time with
hr,min,sec with
values in 3 input
locations.
1 set time with
day,hr,min,sec
using 4 input
locations.
2 set time with
yr,day,hr,min,sec
using 5 input
locations.
First Input location
number
Input locations read: 3 to 5, depending on

option
*** 115 SET SDM BAUD ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 115 may be used to set the SDM
communication rate. This may be necessary
when communicating over longer cable lengths.
The default bit period is 10 microseconds
(entering either 0 or 1 will result in this period).
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
Option Codes:
DESCRIPTION
Bit period, 10s units
Normally this parameter represents the bit

period. If the parameter is indexed (--), the
value entered is an Input Location that contains
the bit period to use.
NOTE: The TDR Instruction 100 and the
SDM-SI04 Instruction 113 automatically
adjusts the SDM communication rate to the
fastest that will work.
*** 117 READ DATALOGGER ID ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 117 stores the datalogger ID into an
input location. The datalogger ID is set in the
D
mode with Command 8 (Section 1.8.4).
PARAM
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Read Watchdog or E08s Errors

Read Table Overruns
Read Low 12V Detection
Read Lithium Battery Voltage Level
(Indexing does nothing)
Read Flash Errors
5V Error Counter
Program time of Table 1 (0.407 s
resolution, range is 6.8265)
Time required of previous instruction
Internal Panel temperature
Using option 8 instead of P17, thermocouple

measurements run about five times faster, but
the measurement may be as old as 2.8
minutes. This option should only be used over
P17 when timing is more important than how old
the reading is.
*** 131 EXTENDED VIBRATING WIRE ***
MEASUREMENT
DESCRIPTION

*** 118 SDM-CAN ***
Consult Campbell Scientific.
*** 130 STATUS MONITOR ***
FUNCTION
Stores an error count or status information from
B into an input location. Indexing the
option code will cause the instruction to store
the value into an input location and then clear
B value. This is designed to assist
the
with troubleshooting and to alert users of
possible problems.
FUNCTION
Excites a vibrating wire sensor with a swept
frequency (from low frequency to high), then
measures the response period and calculates
2
1/T , where T is the period in ms. Excitation is
normally provided for each repetition. As an
option, a single excitation can be made prior to
all repetitions of the measurement. A AVW1 or
AVW4 Vibrating Wire Interface is required for
these sensors, but it may have trouble reading
the low frequencies.
T - Amount of Time to sweep between the
specified frequencies
N - Number of steps to use when sweeping
from the Starting Frequency to the
Ending Frequency
2
PARAM
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
Option Code (Index (--) to
reset error count after
reading)
Input Location
Input Locations Altered: 1
The 1/T value stored in the first Input Location

specified in Parameter 11 is the result after the
2
# of Cycles specified in Parameter 10. The 1/T
value stored in the sequential Input Location is
the result after 5 times the # of Cycles specified
in Parameter 10. The value in the second Input
Location is the correct value to use unless the
reading falls into a certain range. This
instruction is most often used with the vibrating
strip. Vibrating wire/strip manufacturers have
datalogger programming instructions they
recommend using to decide which of the 2
readings to use.
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TABLE 9-10. Extended Vibrating Wire

Range Codes
Range
Code
Peak to Peak Volts

Maximum
Required @ Max. Freq.* Frequency
1
2
3
4
2
5
20
500
PARAM
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
2
2
04:
05:
2
4
06:
07:
4
4
08:
09:
4
4
10:
11:
4
4
12:
13:
14:
4
FP
FP
mV
mV
mV
mV
10
20
30
100
kHz
kHz
kHz
kHz
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions (Index (- - )
to skip repeat of
excitation)
Range Code (Table 9-10)
EX CHAN
Starting Frequency
(HZ)
Ending Frequency (HZ)
T (sweep, Units = 1
msec)
N (Number of steps)
Delay after excitation
before measurement
(Units = 0.01 sec)
CYCLES to measure
DELAY between reps
(Units = 0.01 sec)
First Input Location
Multiplier
Offset
Input Locations Altered: 2 per repetition

*** 132 INPUT SETTLING TIME ***
Instruction P132 allows a user to change the
default 450 s input voltage settling time for
Instructions P1, P2, P5, P6, P7, P9, P11, P13,
and P14. Measurement errors will result if
insufficient input settling time exists for a given
sensor and cable length (see Section 13.3). The
minimum allowable settling time for P132 is 100
s for all input ranges except the 10 mV range,
in which 200 s is the minimum. The maximum
allowable settling time is 6 ms. An entry of 0.0000
ms results in the default 450 s input settling
time. High-output impedance (> 1 k) sensors
and / or long cable lengths may require more
than the 450 s default settling time. Low-output
impedance sensors and / or short cable lengths
may require less settling time. A single P132
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instruction in the datalogger program will change

all applicable default settling times. Multiple
P132 instructions in a datalogger program will
cause settling time changes for the analog
measurement instructions following each P132.
Shortened settling times for the P10 and P17
instruction will degrade the measurement
accuracy, while longer times will increase the
time required to perform the instructions. A P132
within a scan does not over-ride the settling
times in the P4 and P8 instruction; instead it adds
to this time. If P132 is used in the program, P4,
P8, P10, and P17 Instructions should be
preceeded by a P132 to set the settling time
back to the desired 450 s (time 0.0000).
Performing P132 instructions within a scan
increases the time to execute the scan by 0.13
ms per P132 instruction. This needs to be
considered when using the P132 instruction to
reduce the time required to complete a scan.
P132 in Table 1 will not affect measurements in
Table 2. The reverse is also true.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
FP
DESCRIPTION
milliseconds
Minimum = 0.2 for X1
Range codes, else
Minimum range is 0.1.
Maximum = 6.0 ms.
0 = default = 450
milliseconds
Input Locations Altered = 0

*** 133 Continuous Analog Out ***
Sets a continuous analog output port to a
voltage level specified in an input location. The
analog output degrades approximately 0.17mV
every 7 seconds requiring the instruction to be
periodically repeated to maintain a given output
accuracy.
Description
mA
Source
(+V)
mA
Sink
(-V)
01 - 02
CAO1 & CAO2
15
11 - 12
CAO1 & CAO2

with Boost
15
15
Port
Option
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
Option / CAO Channel
Number
Input Location number
of analog output
magnitude (mV)
06:
07:
08:
2
2
2
09:
10:
11:
12:
FP
FP
Input location read: 1

*** 134 AM25T ***
This instruction controls the AM25T Solid State
Multiplexer for Thermocouples. P134 can
measure thermocouples temperatures or
millivoltage.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
DATA
TYPE
2
2
2
2
2
Clock Control Port

Reset Control Port
Thermocouple Type (x)
(Table 9-4)
x=0
mV result
x=1..8 Type
TEKJBRSN
9x
Common Mode
Range Check
(See P14)
Reference
Temperature Location
First Destination Input
Location
Multiplier
Offset
Input location altered: 1 per repetition

DESCRIPTION
Repititions
0
Measure
Reference
Temperature
Only
1..25 Measure
AM25T
Channels
TC Range Code (Table 9-1)
First AM25T Channel
Differential Channel
RTD Integration/
Excitation Channel (x)
0 Reference
Temperature not
updated
1x 250 usec
integration (no AC
rejection)
2x 60 Hz rejection
3x 50 Hz rejection
*** 189 SDM-CS7500 ***

FUNCTION
This instruction controls and receives data from
the CS7500 LI-COR Open Path Gas Analyzer.
See the CS7500 manual for information on
Instruction 189.
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SECTION 10. PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS

To facilitate cross referencing, parameter
descriptions are keyed [ ] to the values given on
the PROMPT SHEET. These values are
defined as follows:
[Z] = Destination input location for result
[X] = Input location of X
[Y] = Input location of Y
[F] = Fixed Data (user specified floating
point number)
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
DESCRIPTION
Destination input
location
Input locations altered:
[Z]
*** 33 X + Y ***
FUNCTION
Add X to Y and place result in a third input location.
*** 30 Z = F *10 ***

FUNCTION
Store a fixed value into an input location. The
value is entered in scientific notation; the
absolute value of the number may range from 1
-19
18
x 10 to 9 x 10 . A value smaller than the
minimum is set to 0, while a larger value is set
to the maximum.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
Input location of X
[X]
02:
Input location of Y
[Y]
03:
Dest. input location of

X+Y
[Z]

PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
03:
DATA
TYPE
FP
2
4
DESCRIPTION
Mantissa
[F]
n (Exponent of 10)
Destination for input
location
[Z]
1
DESCRIPTION
DATA
TYPE
Source input location

number
[X]
02:
Destination input
location
[Z]
*** 32 Z = Z + 1 ***
FUNCTION
Add 1 to the current value in the specified input
location.
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
[X]
02:
FP
Fixed value
[F]
03:

X+F
[Z]
01:
FUNCTION
Add F to X (where F is a fixed floating point
number) and place the result in an input location.
PARAM.
NUMBER
FUNCTION
Copy data from one input location to another.
DATA
TYPE
*** 34 X + F ***
*** 31 Z = X ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
*** 35 X - Y ***
FUNCTION
Subtract Y from X and place the result in an
input location.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
[X]
02:
Input location of Y
[Y]
03:
Dest. input location for

X-Y
[Z]
1
10-1
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 36 X * Y ***
FUNCTION
Multiply X by Y and place the result in an input
location (Z).
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
02:

1/2
[Z]
X
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
[X]
02:
Input location of Y
[Y]
03:

X*Y
[Z]
DATA
TYPE
*** 40 LN(X) ***

FUNCTION
Take the natural logarithm of X and place the
result in an input location. If X is 0 or negative,
-99999 will be stored as the result.
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 37 X * F ***
[X]
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION
Multiply X by F (where F is a fixed multiplier)
and place the result in an input location.
01:
Input location of X
02:

LN(X)
[Z]
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
4
Input location of X
[X]
02:
FP
Fixed value
[F]
03:

X*F
[Z]
FUNCTION
Divide X by Y and place the result in an input
location. Division by 0 will cause the result to be
set to the maximum CR23X number (99999).
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Input location of X
[X]
02:
Input location of Y
[Y]
03:

X/Y
[Z]
1
*** 39 SQUARE ROOT ***

FUNCTION
Take the square root of X and place the result
in an input location. If X is negative, 0 will be
stored as the result.
10-2
FUNCTION
Raise the exponential (EXP) base e to the X
power and place it in an input location.
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
02:
Dest. input for EXP(X)

[Z]
[X]
*** 42 1/X ***
01:
*** 41 EXP(X) ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 38 X / Y ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
01:
[X]
FUNCTION
Take the inverse of X and place the result in an
input location. If X=0, 99999 will be given as
the result.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
02:

1/X
[Z]
[X]
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 43 ABS(X) ***

FUNCTION
Take the absolute (ABS) value of X and place
the result in an input location.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
4
Input location of X
[X]
02:

ABS(X)
[Z]
FUNCTION
Take the fractional (FRAC) value (i.e., the noninteger portion) of X and place the result in an
input location.
DATA
TYPE
4
Input location of X
02:

FRAC(X)
[Z]
[X]
*** 45 INTEGER VALUE OF X ***

FUNCTION
Take the integer (INT) value of X and place the
result in an input location.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
02:

INT(X)
[Z]
Input location of X
[X]
02:
FP
Fixed divisor
[F]
03:
Dest. input loc. For X

MOD F
[Z]
*** 47 XY ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
[X]
*** 46 X MOD F ***

FUNCTION
Do a modulo divide of X by F and place the
result in an input location. X MOD F is defined
as the REMAINDER obtained when X is divided
by F (e.g., 3 MOD 2 = 1). X MOD 0 returns X.
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
[X]
02:
Input location of Y
[Y]
03:

Y
[Z]
X
DESCRIPTION
01:
FUNCTION
Raise X to the Y power and place the result in
an input location.
*** 44 FRACTIONAL VALUE OF X ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
01:
DESCRIPTION
01:
DATA
TYPE
*** 48 SIN(X) ***

FUNCTION
Calculate the sine of X (X is assumed to be in
degrees) and place the result in an input
location. The cosine of a number can be
obtained by adding 90 to the number and taking
the sine (COSX = SIN (X + 90)).
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of X
02:

SIN(X)
[Z]
[X]
*** 49 SPATIAL MAXIMUM ***

FUNCTION
Find the spatial maximum (SPA MAX) value of the
given set or SWATH of input locations and place
the result in an input location.
To find the input location where the maximum
value occurs, add 1000 to the input location
number destination selected [Z] and enter this
modified location number as Parameter 03. The
input location ID of the maximum value observed
will then be stored in destination [Z] plus 1.
10-3
Parameter 3 cannot be entered as an indexed

location within a loop (Instruction 87). To use
Instruction 49 within a loop, enter Parameter 3
as a fixed location and follow 49 with the
Instruction 31 (Move Data). In Instruction 31,
enter the location in which 49 stores its result as
the source (fixed) and enter the destination as
an indexed location.
PARAM.
NUMBER
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Swath
02:

[1ST LOC]
03:

maximum [MAX or Z]
[SWATH]
1 or 2
*** 50 SPATIAL MINIMUM ***

FUNCTION
Find the spatial minimum (SPA MIN) value of
the given set or SWATH of input locations and
place the result in an input location. To find the
input location where the minimum value occurs,
follow the instructions given above for SPATIAL
MAXIMUM.
Parameter 3 cannot be entered as an indexed
location in a loop. Within a loop, Instruction 50
must be used in conjunction with Instruction 31
as described for Instruction 49.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
4
Swath
02:

[1ST LOC]
[SWATH]

minimum
[MIN or Z]
1 or 2
*** 51 SPATIAL AVERAGE ***

FUNCTION
Take the spatial average (SPA AVG) over the
given set or SWATH of input locations and
place the result in an input location.
10-4
DESCRIPTION
01:
4(--)*
Swath
02:

[1ST LOC]
03:

average
[AVG or Z]
[SWATH]
*If Swath is indexed (--) the zeros are not

included in the average.
*** 52 RUNNING AVERAGE ***
FUNCTION
This instruction calculates the running average of a
value in an input location. The most recent n values
(where n is the number specified in parameter 4)
are kept in intermediate storage. When Instruction
52 is executed, the current value is written over the
oldest value and the average of the values is
calculated and stored in the destination location.
Out of range values (displayed as -99999.) are not
included in the average.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Reps (REPS)
02:
Input location of source

data
03:
Destination input location
04:
Number of values (n) in

running average
window (NUMAVG)
DESCRIPTION
01:
03:
DATA
TYPE

Intermediate locations required: Reps *(2+n)
*** 53 SCALING ARRAY WITH ***
MULTIPLIER AND OFFSET
FUNCTION
Take 4 input location values, multiply each by a
floating point constant, then add another floating
point constant to the resulting products and
place the final results back into each of the
original 4 input locations.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
First input location

[STRT LOC]
02:
FP
Multiplier 1
[A1]
03:
FP
Offset 1
[B1]
04:
FP
Multiplier 2
[A2]
05:
FP
Offset 2
[B2]
06:
FP
Multiplier 3
[A3]
07:
FP
Offset 3
[B3]
08:
FP
Multiplier 4
[A4]
09:
FP
Offset 4
[B4]
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:

for X
[X]
03:

F(X)
[F(X) or Z]
*** 54 BLOCK MOVE ***
04:
FP
C0 coefficient
[C0]
FUNCTION
Executes a "block move" of data in input
locations. Parameters specify the number of
values to move, the source, source step,
destination, and destination step. The "step"
parameters designate the increment of the
source and destination input locations for each
value that is moved. For example, a "source
step" of 2 and a "destination step" of 1 will move
data from every other input location to a
contiguous block of input locations.
05:
FP
C1 coefficient
[C1]
06:
FP
C2 coefficient
[C2]
07:
FP
C3 coefficient
[C3]
08:
FP
C4 coefficient
[C4]
09:
FP
C5 coefficient
[C5]
PARAM.
NUMBER
FUNCTION
Calculate saturation vapor pressure (over water
SVPW) in kilopascals from the air temperature
(C) and place it in an input location. The
algorithm for obtaining SVPW from air
temperature (C) is taken from: Lowe, Paul R.:
1977, An approximating polynomial for
computation of saturation vapor pressure, J.
Appl. Meteor, 16, 100-103.
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Number of values to
move
02:
1st source location
03:
Step of source
04:
1st destination location
05:
Step of destination
Input locations altered: Number of values of

move

*** 56 SATURATION VAPOR PRESSURE ***
Saturation vapor pressure over ice (SVPI) in

kilopascals for a 0C to -50C range can be
obtained using Instruction 55 and the
relationship
SVPI = -.00486 + .85471 X + .2441 X2
*** 55 5TH ORDER POLYNOMIAL ***

FUNCTION
Evaluate a 5th order polynomial of the form
F(X)=C0+C1X+C2X2+C3X3+C4X4+C5X5
where C0 through C5 are the coefficients for the
argument X raised to the zero through fifth
power, respectively. The magnitude of the user
entered coefficient is limited to a range of
.00001 to 99999. Polynomials with
coefficients outside this range can be modified
by pre-scaling the X value by an appropriate
factor to place the coefficients within the entry
range. Pre-scaling can also be used to modify
coefficients which are very close to 0 to
increase the number of significant digits.
[REPS]
where X is the SVPW derived by Instruction 56.

This relationship was derived by Campbell
Scientific from the equations for the SVPW and
the SVPI given in Lowe's paper.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Input location of air

temperature C
[TEMP.]
02:
Destination input
location for saturated
vapor pressure
[VP or Z]
10-5
*** 57 VAPOR PRESSURE FROM ***

WET-/DRY-BULB TEMPERATURES
FUNCTION
Calculate vapor pressure in kilopascals from
wet and dry-bulb temperatures in C. This
algorithm type is used by the National Weather
Service:
VP = VPW - A(1 + B*TW)(TA - TW) P
VP = ambient vapor pressure in kilopascals
VPW = saturation vapor pressure at the wetbulb temperature in kilopascals
TW = wet-bulb temperature, C
TA = ambient air temperature, C
P = air pressure in kilopascals
A = 0.000660
B = 0.00115
Although the algorithm requires an air pressure
entry, the daily fluctuations are small enough
that for most applications a fixed entry of the
standard pressure at the site elevation will
suffice. If a pressure sensor is employed, the
current pressure can be used.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
On the first execution after compiling, F(X) is

set equal to X.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
[REPS]
02:
First input location for

input data
[X]
03:

first filtered result[F(X)
or Z]
04:
FP
Weighting function, W
[W]

1 per repetition
Intermediate locations required: 1 per repetition
FUNCTION
This instruction is used to aid in the conversion
of a ratiometric Bridge measurement by
obtaining the value for Rs which is equivalent to
Rf[X/(1-X)], where X is the value derived by the
standard CR23X Bridge Measurement
Instructions (with appropriate multiplier and
offset, Section 13.5) and Rf represents the
MULTIPLIER value. The result of Instruction 59
is stored in the same location that X was.
Input location of drybulb temp. [DB TEMP.]
03:
Input location of wetbulb temp.

[WB TEMP.]
04:
Destination input
location for vapor
pressure
[VP or Z]
1
*** 58 LOW PASS FILTER ***

FUNCTION
Apply a numerical approximation to an analog
resistor capacitor (RC) low pass (LP) filter using
the following algorithm.
F(Xi) = W*Xi + F(Xi-1) * (1-W)
Where X = input sample, W = user entered
weighting function (O< W <1). If W=O,
10-6
The equivalent RC time constant is given by

T/W, where T is the sampling time in seconds.
For values of W less than 0.25, the analogous
"cut off" frequency (the frequency where the
ratio of output to input is .707) is accurately
represented by W/(2T). For larger values of
W, this "analog" estimate of the cutoff frequency
becomes less representative.
DESCRIPTION
Input location of
atmospheric pressure
in kilopascals
[PRESSURE]
02:
F(Xi)=X1; if W=1, F(Xi)=X and F(Xi-1) = output

calculated for previous sample
*** 59 BRIDGE TRANSFORM ***
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:

& result destination [X]
03:
FP
Multiplier (Rf)
[REPS]
[MULT]
1 per repetition
*** 60 FAST FOURIER TRANSFORM ***

THEORY
Instruction 60 performs a Fast Fourier
Transform (FFT) on a set of data contained in
contiguous locations in Input Storage. The FFT
is used to obtain information on the relative
magnitudes and phases of the various frequency
components in a time varying signal. FFT theory
requires that the signal be sampled at a
frequency that is at least two times faster than
the highest frequency component in the signal.
For example, a signal representing ocean waves
with a maximum frequency of 0.125 Hz would
need to be sampled at a rate of 0.25 Hz or
greater. The measurements must be made at
the appropriate sampling rate and stored in
contiguous input locations before the FFT can
be applied. The measured data stored in
sequential input locations is also referred to as
the "original time series data".
The results of the FFT can be expressed as: 1)
the power spectrum, 2) the real and imaginary
components, or 3) the magnitude and phase
components. The power spectrum results
indicate the amount of power at the different
frequencies but do not contain any phase
information. The real and imaginary results are
analogous to the orthogonal (east and north)
representation of a wind vector. The magnitude
and phase results are analogous to the polar
(speed and direction) representation of a wind
vector.
If desired, the original time varying signal can be
reconstructed by taking the Inverse Fourier
Transform of either the real and imaginary or the
magnitude and phase results.
PROGRAMMING
The FFT Instruction is a Processing Instruction
and will not output data to final memory or any
data storage device. FFT results are
transferred to Final Memory by setting the
Output Flag and sampling the input locations
which contain the FFT results.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Log base 2 of N, where
N is the number of
samples in the original
data; e.g., this
parameter is 11 for
2048 samples or 12 for
4096 samples
(maximum).
02:
03:
04:
05:
FP
FFT Option
0X = Power Spectrum
1X = Real & Imaginary
2X = Magnitude & Phase
X0 = No Taper
X1 = Taper
Log base 2 of the number
of adjacent bins to
average; e.g., this
parameter is 3 for
averaging 8 adjacent bins.
Input location containing
the first value in the original
time series. After this
program has executed, this
location will contain the first
spectral bin or bin average
of the result.
Multiplier for scaling
FFT results.
Input storage locations: Equal to the number of

values in the original time series data.
Intermediate locations required: N/8+2
Execution time in seconds:
POWER SPECTRUM
= 0.00035*N*LOG10(N)/LOG10(2)+0.01
MAGNITUDE AND PHASE
= 0.00035*N*LOG10(N)/LOG10(2)+0.14
REAL AND IMAGINARY
= 0.00072*N*LOG10(N)/LOG10(2)+1.44
PARAMETER 1 is an integer from 1 to 12. The
number 2, raised to the power of Parameter 1, is
equal to the number of data values in the
original time series data, N. For example, if
Parameter 1=12, then N=4096. Maximum value
for Parameter 1 is 12 (4096).
PARAMETER 2, the FFT Option, is a two digit
parameter. The first digit specifies which results
are to be generated and the second digit
specifies whether or not a "taper" is applied.
First Digit: A "0" in the first digit specifies that
the FFT result be expressed as the power
spectra. Bin averaging is allowed with this
option. A "1" in the first digit specifies that the
FFT result be expressed as the real and
imaginary components. Bin averaging is not
allowed with this option. A "2" in the first digit
specifies that the FFT result be expressed as
10-7
the magnitude and phase components. Bin

averaging is not allowed with this option.
Second Digit: A "0" in the second digit specifies
that no taper be applied, whereas a "1" specifies
that a taper be applied. If the original data set is
not known to be periodic with an integral number
of periods in the data set, then it is necessary to
apply a taper to the beginning and end of the
data. The taper that is applied is a four term
Blackman-Harris as specified by Fredric J.
Harris, Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 66, No. 1,
January 1978. When the taper is used, the
CR23X applies a correction by multiplying the
results by the ratio of the variance before the
taper to the variance after the taper.
The variance ratio is saved only when the power
spectra option is selected. The variance ratio is
saved in input location (N/2)+B, where B is the
location (Parameter 4) that contained the first
value of the original time series data.
PARAMETER 3 specifies how many of the
resulting spectral bins (if any) are to be
averaged. Bin averaging is only allowed when
power spectral is output. Parameter 3 is equal
to the log base 2 of A where A is the number of
bins to be averaged. For example, if there are
1024 samples in the original time series data
and the resulting 512 spectral bins are averaged
in groups of 8 (Parameter 3 = 3 = log base 2 of
8) then 63 (=N/2A-1) averaged bins will be
produced.
PARAMETER 4 defines which input location will
contain the first value at the original time series
data. Once the FFT program has executed, this
location will contain the first resulting value.
PARAMETER 5 is a scaling multiplier that is
applied to the FFT results (i.e., after the FFT
computation has been done). The multiplier is
not applied to the DC component.
MEMORY REQUIREMENTS
The number of Input Memory Locations
allocated must be enough to accommodate the
N sampled values, where N is defined under
Parameter 1. The number of Intermediate
Memory Locations allocated must be greater
than or equal to (N/8 + 2). If insufficient Input or
Intermediate Memory Locations have been
allocated, the datalogger will flag an E60 or E04,
respectively.
10-8
NOTE: The CR23X has 1

Intermediate Location that is not
available for use by Processing or
Output Instructions so the number of
Intermediate Locations allocated
must exceed the indicated total
requirement by at least 1.
FFT RESULTS WITHOUT BIN AVERAGING
When no bin averaging is specified, the FFT
results may be calculated in terms of the Power
Spectrum, Real and Imaginary, or Magnitude
and Phase. The rest of this section deals with
the DC component, bin frequency, and the FFT
results just mentioned. An example showing
each of the possible results is given in Section
8.11.1.
DC COMPONENT
Before the FFT is applied, the average of the
original time series data is subtracted from each
value. This is done to maintain the resolution of
the math in the rest of the FFT calculations.
If the Real and Imaginary or the Magnitude and
Phase results are specified by Parameter 2 the
DC component is the average of the original
time series data. If Power Spectrum results are
specified, the DC component is equal to the
square of the average of the original time series
data times 2N.
The DC component is stored in the first input
location specified by Parameter 4 which
corresponds with the frequency at 0 Hz (bin 0).
BIN FREQUENCY
The band width or the frequency covered by
each bin is equal to F/N where F is the sample
frequency in Hz (1/scan interval in seconds).
The frequency (fi) of any given bin i where i
ranges from 0 to (N/2)-1 is given by the following
equation:
[1]
(i-1 * F) / N < fi < (i * F) / N
For example, given that the Power Spectrum
result shows that the energy peak of a signal
falls in bin 128 when it is sampled at a frequency
of 10 Hz for 1024 samples, the frequency of the
signal is:
127 * 10 / 1024 < fi < 128 * 10 / 1024
1.24 Hz < fi < 1.25 Hz
REAL AND IMAGINARY COMPONENTS

The result of the FFT when the Real and
Imaginary option is selected is N/2 input
locations containing the Real components (Ri)
followed by N/2 input locations containing the
Imaginary components (Ii). There is a real and
an imaginary component for each bin. The
value of i varies from 1 to N/2. The real and
imaginary results at each frequency i, are
related to the magnitude (Mi) and phase (Pi) as
shown below:
the phase at the end of the last interval. The

phase is the angle (0 to 360 degrees) of the
cosine wave that describes the signal at a
particular point in time.
Ri = Mi * cos Pi
[2]
POWER SPECTRUM
The result of the FFT when the power spectrum
option is selected is N/2 bins of spectral energy
(PSi) representing frequencies from 0 Hz to 1/2
the sampling frequency. The value of i varies
from 1 to N/2. The result in each bin i, is related
to the magnitude (Mi) of the wave in the
following manner:
Ii = Mi * sin Pi
[3]
PSi = 2*N*(Mi*Mi)
where Mi is the magnitude and Pi is the phase of

the signal in degrees. Magnitude is half of the
zero to peak amplitude or one quarter of the
peak to peak value of the sinusoidal signal.
MAGNITUDE AND PHASE COMPONENTS
The result of the FFT when the magnitude and
phase option is selected is N/2 input locations
containing the magnitude components (Mi)
followed by N/2 input locations containing the
phase components (Pi). Magnitude is half of the
zero to peak amplitude or one quarter of the
peak to peak value of the sinusoidal signal.
There is a magnitude and a phase component
for each bin. The value of i varies from 1 to N/2.
The magnitude and phase components are
related to the real (Ri) and imaginary (Ii)
components as shown below:
Mi = SQRT[(Ri*Ri) + (Ii*Ii)]
[4]
Pi = arctan (Ii/Ri)
[5]
To calculate the magnitude and phase the

CR23X's FFT algorithm must first compute the
real and imaginary components. Conversion
from real and imaginary to the magnitude and
phase requires quite a bit more datalogger
execution time and no new information is gained.
If datalogger execution time is limiting, program
the datalogger to store the real and imaginary
results and have a computer do the conversion
to magnitude and phase during the data
reduction phase. The FFT assumes the signal
was sampled at the beginning of each of N
intervals. Since the FFT assumes the signal is
periodic with a period equal to the total sampling
period, the result of its phase calculation at each
frequency component is the average of the
phase at the beginning of the first interval with
[6]
where the magnitude is half of the zero to peak

amplitude or one quarter of the peak to peak
value of the sinusoidal signal.
The power spectrum can also be expressed as
either of the following:
PSi = N*(Ui*Ui)
[7]
PSi = F*T*(Ui*Ui)
[8]
Ui is defined as the root mean square (RMS)

value of the sine component of frequency i (fi)
(Ui = magnitude (Mi) of the sine wave multiplied
by the square root of 2) in units of the input
signal multiplied by the scaling multiplier. In
equation 8, F is the sampling frequency (Hz) and
T is the duration of the original time series data
(seconds).
When the FFT results are expressed in terms of
the power spectrum, a multiplier of 1 will cause
the average of all the bins to be very nearly
equal to twice the variance of the original data.
FFT RESULTS WITH BIN AVERAGING
When bin averaging is specified, the FFT results
can only be calculated in terms of the power
spectrum. The rest of this section deals with the
DC component, bin frequency, and the power
spectrum results. An example showing bin
averaging FFT results is given in Section 8.11.2.
DC COMPONENT
Before the FFT is applied, the average of the
original time series data is subtracted from each
value. This is done to maintain the resolution of
the math in the rest of the FFT calculations.
When bin averaging is specified then the DC
component is not output.
10-9
BIN FREQUENCY
The band width or the frequency covered by
each averaged bin is equal to FA/N where F is
the sample frequency in Hz (1/scan interval in
seconds) and A is the number of bins being
averaged.
The frequency (fi) of any given averaged bin i
where i ranges from 1 to (N/2A)-1 is given by the
following equation:
i-1 * F * A / N < fi < i * F * A / N
POWER SPECTRUM
The result of the FFT with A bins averaged, are
(N/2A)-1 bins of average spectral energy (APSn)
representing frequencies from 0 Hz to 1/2 the
sampling frequency. The value of i varies from
1 to (N/2A)-1. The results are found in
consecutive input locations starting with the first
one specified by Parameter 4. The value for
average bin n (APSn) is related to the spectral
bin values (PSi see previous section) by the
following equation:
[9]
APSn=( PSi+0.5(PSnA-A/2+PSnA+A/2))/A
For example, given that the power spectrum

result shows that the energy peak of a signal
falls in bin 32 when it is sampled at a frequency
of 10 Hz for 1024 samples and that the bin
averaging specified is 4, the frequency of the
signal in bin i is:
31 * 10 * 4 / 1024 < fi < 32 * 10 * 4 / 1024
[10]
where i goes from nA-(A/2-1) to nA+(A/2-1)

The following table illustrates how bin averaging
is done given a time series of 1024 values taken
at one per second with the resulting 512 spectral
bins averaged in groups of 4 (Parameter 3 = log
base 2 of 4 = 2) to produce 127 averaged bins.
1.21 Hz < fi < 1.25 Hz

TABLE 10-1. Example of FFT Power Spectrum Bin Averaging (Assuming 1024 time series values
starting in Location 1)
No Bin Averaging
BIN NO.
LOC.
REPRESENTATIVE
FREQUENCY
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
502
503
504
505
506
507
508
509
510
511
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
DC
1/1024
2/1024
3/1024
4/1024 ------------------------1
5/1024
6/1024
7/1024
8/1024 ------------------------2
9/1024
10/1024
11/1024
. . .
502/1024
503/1024
504/1024 -------------------- 126
505/1024
506/1024
507/1024
508/1024 -------------------- 127
509/1024
510/1024
511/1024
Examples of the use of the FFT are given in Section 8.

10-10
Averaged in Groups of 4
AVERAGED
LOC.
REPRESENTATIVE
BIN NO.
FREQUENCY
4/1024 or 1/256
8/1024 or 2/256
126
504/1024 or 126/256
127
508/1024 or 127/256
*** 61 INDIRECT INDEXED MOVE ***

FUNCTION
Moves input data from location X to location Y,
where X and/or Y are indirectly addressed (X
and Y are stored in the locations specified by
Parameters 1 and 2). If a location parameter is
specified as "indexed" (xxxx--), then the actual
input location referenced is calculated by adding
the current index counter to the value in the
specified input location. When used outside a
loop, the addressing is simply indirect because
the index counter is zero.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:

source location X
02:

destination location Y
may be specified. The final values obtained at

the Output Interval are the properly weighted
average of the values calculated at the
subinterval averaging periods. This feature
allows the recording of statistical data over
longer time periods by removing the effect of
longer period frequencies in the input signals;
i.e., it provides a high pass filter. For example,
assume the variance of an input is desired. It is
determined that the averaging period should not
exceed 5 minutes due to variation in the mean
over longer time intervals. One approach is to
calculate and record the variance every 5
minutes. By specifying the subinterval averaging
period as 5 minutes and the Output Interval as 1
hour, however, the average of the 5 minute
variances are recorded every hour. The
averaging period is entered as the number of
input samples in Parameter 7 of the COV/CORR
Instruction. The number of samples for a given
period is given by:
Number of Samples =
Averaging period in seconds
Table execution interval in seconds
*** 62 COVARIANCE/CORRELATION ***

FUNCTION
The Covariance/Correlation Instruction
(COV/CORR) for the CR23X calculates: 1)
means (M), 2) variances (V), 3) standard
deviations (SD), 4) covariances (COV), and 5)
correlation coefficients (CORR) for a set of input
values and stores the results in Input Storage.
The instruction requires the set of input values to
be located contiguously in Input Storage. The
user specifies the location of the first value and
how many total values exist. The number of
input values processed by each type of
calculation (means, variances, etc.) is
independently specified for each type. The order
of the input values determines which inputs are
processed for each type of calculation.
The instruction does not conform to the CR23X's
four instruction types. Data located in Input
Storage is processed, and the results returned to
Input Storage whenever an averaging period is
completed (Parameter 7) or the Output Flag is
set. The instruction controlling the Output Flag
must precede the COV/CORR Instruction. The
reason the calculated results are returned to Input
Storage is to allow the user access for additional
processing before storing the values in Final
Storage. Sample Instruction 70 must be used to
transfer final results from Input to Final Storage.
To accommodate cases where it is desirable to
calculate the statistical quantities over time
periods shorter than the Output Interval, an
averaging period shorter than the Output Interval
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Number of input values

located sequentially in
input memory
02:
Number of means desired
03:
Number of variances
desired
04:
Number of standard
deviations desired
05:
Number of covariances
desired
06:
Number of correlations
desired
07:
FP
Number of input
samples in averaging
period
08:
Input storage location

of first value in
sequential input string
09:
First Input Storage

location to store string
of final results
If the specified number of samples in the

averaging period (Parameter 7) exceeds the actual
number of samples occurring in the Output
Interval, the Output Interval becomes the
averaging period.
10-11
TABLE 10-2. Maximum Number of Outputs and Output Order for K Input Values.
(The output order flows from left to right and from top to bottom)
INPUTS:
TYPE
MAX NO.
OUTPUTS
X1
X2
X3
X4
(1st)
(2nd)
(3rd)
OUTPUTS
(4th)
.....
XK
(Kth)
Means
M(X1)
M(X2)
M(X3)
M(X4)
.....
M(XK)
Variances
V(X1)
V(X2)
V(X3)
V(X4)
.....
V(XK)
Std. Deviation
SD(X1)
SD(X2)
SD(X3)
SD(X4)
.....
SD(XK)
Covariance
(K/2)(K-1)
CV(X1,X2)
CV(X1,X3)
CV(X2,X3)
CV(X1,X4)
CV(X2,X4)
CV(X3,X4)
.....
.....
.....
...
..
.
CV(X1,XK)
CV(X2,XK)
CV(X3,XK)
.
.
.
CV(XK-1,XK)
Correlation
Coefficient
(K/2)(K-1)
CR(X1,X2)
CR(X1,X3)
CR(X2,X3)
CR(X1,X4)
CR(X2,X4)
CR(X3,X4)
.....
.....
.....
...
..
.
CR(X1,XK)
CR(X2,XK)
CR(X3,XK)
.
.
.
CR(XK-1,XK)
SYMBOL
DEFINITION
M(XK)
V(XK)
SD(XK)
CV(XK,X1)
CR(XK,X1)
Mean of Kth value

Variance of Kth value
Standard deviation of Kth value
Covariance of Kth and Ith value
Correlation of Kth and Ith value
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF POSSIBLE

OUTPUTS
No limitation exists on the number of inputs that
can be processed by the COV/CORR
Instruction, but the processing time and
Intermediate Storage requirements increase
rapidly. The instruction requires that the input
values reside sequentially in Input Storage.
Since the number of outputs is specified for each
type of statistical calculation, the instruction
starts with the first value, working sequentially
through the input values. For this reason, the
order of the input values determines which
values are processed.
Table 10-2 shows the maximum number of
outputs which can be generated and the output
order for K input values located sequentially in
Input Storage. The output order shown in Table
10-2 flows from left to right and top to bottom.
10-12
INSTRUCTION PROCESSING
The CV/CR Instruction contains 3 separate
processing phases:
1. Input Processing
2. Averaging Period Processing
3. Output Processing
The Input Processing phase is where new input
values are received, the necessary squares or
cross products formed, and the appropriate
summations calculated as required by the
desired final output. The rate at which the
measurements can be made, the input values
ordered, and the input processing phase
completed without interruption determines the
maximum rate of execution (see Execution
Time).
The Averaging Period Processing occurs

whenever the number of input samples entered
in Parameter 7 is satisfied or whenever an
Output Interval occurs (i.e., whenever the Output
Flag is set). Results from these calculations are
stored sequentially in Input Storage locations
starting with the location specified in Parameter
9. The calculations performed are shown below,
where N is the number of input samples in the
averaging period:
1. Means:
M(X) = X/N
2. Variances:
V(X) = X2/N - (X/N)2
3. Standard Deviations:
SD(X) = V(X)1/2
4. Covariances:
CV(X,Y) = XY/N - X Y/N2
5. Correlations:
CR(X) = CV(X,Y)/(SD(X)SD(Y))
NOTE:
1. The square root algorithm in the
CR23X returns a result of 0 for
negative arguments.
2. The divide algorithm returns the
largest floating point number possible
(1018 displayed as 99999) for a
divide by 0.
3. When computing the variance of a
constant signal, round off error
produces a small negative result.
The CR23X returns a 0 for the
square root of a negative number;
therefore, the standard deviation is
set to 0. If the signal is also used in a
correlation calculation, division by 0
returns an overrange value for the
correlation result.
If a fast execution interval is specified, it is
possible that the combined execution times of
the input and averaging period processing may
exceed the program table execution interval.
The occurrence of an execution interval Overrun
(see Section 1.1.1 of CR23X Operator's Manual)
is noted by a T o in the lower right of the display
0
in the Running Table mode (
mode).
This results in the omission of one input sample.
The calculations are not affected, however, since
the number of input samples is incremented only
when valid input processing occurs. Averaging
period processing occurs only when the number

of input samples specified in Parameter 7 is
accumulated.
Regardless of whether all of the input samples
for the averaging period (specified in Parameter
7) have occurred or not, averaging period
processing occurs whenever the Output Flag is
set. This accommodates situations where the
Output Interval may not be an integer multiple of
the averaging period. If for example a 30 minute
Output Interval is set by Instruction 92 and an 8
minute averaging period is specified by
Parameter 7, then three 8 minute and one 6
minute calculations will occur. The proper
weighting of these values in producing the final
output is described below.
The Output Processing occurs only at the
Output Interval and involves averaging the
statistical results obtained at the averaging
periods. These final results are then stored
sequentially in Input Storage beginning with the
location specified in Parameter 9. The Sample
Instruction 70 must be used to transfer the data
to Final Storage. All but the last averaging
period in the Output Interval will contain the
same number of input scans as specified by
Parameter 7. To insure that results from the
averaging periods contribute to the final result
proportional to their averaging periods, the
output processing uses the following equation:
RF = (NR1 + NR2 + .... + N'RL)/NT
RF is the final result
R1 R2, etc., are the results from the averaging
period processing
RL is the result from the last averaging period
in the Output Interval
N is the number of input samples in the
specified averaging period (Parameter 7)
N' is the number of input scans in the last
averaging period
NT is the total number of input samples
processed in the Output Interval
INTERMEDIATE STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
The number of Intermediate locations will
depend upon the number of input values and
outputs desired:
1. Define K as the number of input values.
2. Define S as the maximum of either the
variances, standard deviations, or C, where
10-13
C = K if K < the number of correlations

requested, or
C = number of correlations + 1 if K > the
number of correlations requested.
3. Define Q as the maximum of either the
covariances or correlations desired.
4. Define P as the total number of outputs
desired.
The amount of intermediate memory locations
(IML) required, is then given by:
IML = K + S + Q + P + 2
*** 63 PARAMETER EXTENSION ***

Instruction 63 is used immediately following
Instructions 97 or 98 to allow the entry of a variable
number of parameters. Instruction 63 can be
entered several times in sequence if the number of
parameters requires it. There are 8 two digit
parameters. Refer to instruction being extended
(97, 98) for specifics on the use of Instruction 63.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:-08:
DATA
TYPE
2
EXECUTION TIME
If K, S, and Q are defined as in the previous
section, the execution time of the COV/CORR
Instruction in milliseconds can be approximated
by:
T(ms) = 1.1K + 0.5S + 0.9Q + 1.8
When evaluating how frequently input samples
can be processed by the COV/CORR Instruction
(i.e., determining the minimum program table
execution interval), the time required to make
the measurements and order the input values
must be added to the COV/CORR execution
time. Two alternatives exist for the
measurement portion of the programming. The
fastest method is to group as many sensors as
possible into the fewest measurement
instructions, ignoring the Input location order
required by the COV/CORR Instruction. After
the measurements are made, use "move"
instructions (i.e., 31 and 54) to obtain the proper
input order. The slower alternative is to order
separate measurement instructions directly as
required by the COV/CORR Instruction. While
avoiding "move" instructions, this approach uses
more measurement instructions. The reason the
first method is in general faster is that less
overhead time is required in going from one
measurement to another within a single
instruction (using the "repetitions" feature) than
in going from one measurement instruction to
another.
In many situations, the CR23X must perform
measurement and processing tasks in addition
to those associated with the COV/CORR
Instruction. Uninterrupted operation of the
COV/CORR Instruction is assured by entering it
in Program Table 1 (highest priority) and placing
the additional tasks in Program Table 2.
A covariance correlation example is given in
Section 8.
10-14
DESCRIPTION
Depends upon preceding
instruction. Following
Instruction 97 RF IDs
and Phone No. 1 digit at
a time, 32 Between RF
IDs, 70 after the last RF
ID, 32 and 84 Between
RF and DC112 Phone,
and 13 To END.
Following Instruction 98
(255 character limit)
Base 10 value of ASCII
character (Appendix E)
00 TO END.
0
*** 64 PAROSCIENTIFIC "T" SERIES

PROCESSING ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 64 processes measurements made on
the Paroscientific "T" Series pressure transducer.
The transducer outputs a temperature frequency
and a pressure frequency. The frequencies are
measured using the Period Averaging Instruction,
27, which returns the period of the temperature
and pressure signals in microseconds.
Instruction 64 converts period to temperature and
pressure according to the following relationships
provided by Paroscientific.
Pressure (psi) =
C * (1 - T02/Tau2) * (1 - (D * (1 - T02/Tau2)))
Temperature (C) =
Y1U + Y2U2 + Y3U3
where, C = C1 + C2U + C3U2 (psi),
T0 = T1 + T2U + T3U2 + T4U3 + T5U4
(microsecond),
D = D1 + D2U (microsecond),
U = U(t) - U0 (microsecond),
Tau = measured pressure (microsecond),

U(t) = measured temperature (microsecond).
Values for the calibration coefficients (U0, Y1,
Y2, Y3, C1, C2, C3, D1, D2, T1, T2, T3, T4, T5)
are provided by Paroscientific.
Instruction 64 has two parameters as shown
below.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Y2
* Y3
C1
C2
C3
* D1
D2
T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
-7114.265
102779.1
70.29398
6.610141
-119.2867
0.0308837
0.0
26.33703
0.8516985
21.80118
0.0
0.0
-7114.3
102.78
70.294
6.6101
-119.29
30.884
0.0
26.337
0.85170
21.801
0.0
0.0
01:
Start Loc: U(t), Tau,

U0..T5
* Y3 and D1 coefficients are entered as Y3/1000

and D1*1000.
02:
Destination Loc:
o
Temp( C), Pressure(psi),
Signature
The large number of coefficients which must be

entered into the program often leads to entry
error. As a check on coefficient entry, the third
value output by Instruction 64 is the signature of
the coefficients. The signature is a calculated
number unique to the value and order of the 14
coefficients. For future comparisons, note this
signature after entering the coefficients
correctly. Signatures will be identical if and only
if exactly the same coefficients are entered.
PARAMETER 1 - U(t), Tau, and 14 coefficients

provided by Paroscientific must reside in
contiguous input locations starting at the
location entered in Parameter 1.
PARAMETER 2 - The results of Instruction 64:
temperature in C, pressure in psi, and the
signature of the 14 coefficients are stored in 3
contiguous input locations starting at the
location entered in Parameter 2.
Only the first 5 digits of each 7 digit coefficient are
entered in the datalogger. The maximum error
that occurs due to using five digit coefficients is
0.001 psi throughout a 15 psi range at any
temperature between -30 and +60C. The
maximum error in temperature calculations is
0.2C over the same temperature range.
Coefficients are entered using CR23X Instruction 30
(Z=F) or Instruction 65 (Bulk Load). A calibration
sheet from Paroscientific lists the 14 coefficients.
Coefficients are entered in the same order as they
appear on the calibration sheet. Coefficient U0 is
entered first and T5 last. Y3/1000 and D1*1000 are
entered for the Y3 and D1 coefficients, respectively.
The example below shows the correct format for
entering the coefficients.
Example: The 14 coefficients shown below are for
Paroscientific "T" Series transducer Serial Number
30135. Your coefficients will be different.
Coeff.
U0
Y1
Value
5.860253
-3970.348
Entry
Input locations read: 16

*** 65 BULK LOAD ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 65 inputs given values in up to eight
Input Storage locations.
The Bulk Load instruction has 9 parameters.
The first eight are the values to be entered in
input storage locations. The ninth is the input
location for the first data value; subsequent data
values are placed in sequential input locations.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
FP
4
Param. to be entered
"
"
"
"
"
"
"
5.8603
-3970.3
10-15
*** 66 ARCTAN ***

FUNCTION
Calculate the angle in degrees whose tangent is
X/Y. The polarity of X and Y must be known to
determine the quadrant of the angle, as shown
here. If 0 is entered for Parameter 2, the
Arctangent of X is the result (limits of
ARCTAN(X) are -90 < ARCTAN < 90).
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
03:
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
4
4
4
Input location of X [X]

Input location of Y [Y]
Destination input
location for
ARCTAN(X/Y) = [Z]
1
*** 67 DYNAGAGE SAP-FLOW ***
+y
-x
+x
270
90
FUNCTION
This instruction is used in conjunction with a
Dynamax, Inc. Stem Flow Gage. It processes
four voltages measured by instruction 2. See
Appendix F for information on Instruction 67.
Input locations altered: 2 or 6
-y
*** 68 EXTENDED PARAMETERS 4 DIGIT ***

FUNCTION
This instruction is used to give other instructions
additional parameters. Each of the eight
parameters in Instruction 68 is defined by the
instruction it follows. Refer to the specific
instruction that uses extended parameters.
180
+90
x/y > 0
x/y < 0
-90
FIGURE 10-1. Quadrant that the Angle Falls

in is Defined by the Sign of x and y.
10-16
SECTION 11. OUTPUT PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS

*** 69 WIND VECTOR ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 69 processes the primary variables
of wind speed and direction from either polar
(wind speed and direction) or orthogonal (fixed
East and North propellers) sensors. It uses the
raw data to generate the mean wind speed, the
mean wind vector magnitude, and the mean
wind vector direction over an output interval.
Two different calculations of wind vector
direction (and standard deviation of wind vector
direction) are available, one of which is
weighted for wind speed.
When used with polar sensors, the instruction
does a modulo divide by 360 on wind direction,
which allows the wind direction (in degrees) to
be 0 to 360, 0 to 540, less than 0, or greater
than 540. The ability to handle a negative
reading is useful in an example where a difficult
to reach wind vane is improperly oriented and
outputs 0 degrees at a true reading of 340
degrees. The simplest solution is to enter an
offset of -20 in the instruction measuring the
wind vane, which results in 0 to 360 degrees
following the modulo divide.
When a wind speed sample is 0, the instruction
uses 0 to process scalar or resultant vector
wind speed and standard deviation, but the
sample is not used in the computation of wind
direction. The user may not want a sample less
than the sensor threshold used in the standard
deviation. If this is the case instruction 89 can
be used to check wind speed, and if less than
the threshold, Instruction 30 can set the input
location equal to 0.
Standard deviation can be processed one of
two ways: 1) using every sample taken during
the output period (enter 0 for parameter 2), or,
2) by averaging standard deviations processed
from shorter sub-intervals of the output period.
Averaging sub-interval standard deviations
minimizes the effects of meander under light
wind conditions, and it provides more complete
1
information for periods of transition .
EPA On-site Meteorological Program

Guidance for Regulatory Modeling Applications.
Standard deviation of horizontal wind

fluctuations from sub-intervals is calculated as
follows:
()=[((1)2+(2)2 ...+( M)2)/M]1/2
where () is the standard deviation over the
output interval, and 1 ... M are sub-interval
standard deviations.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:
Samples per subinterval (number of

scans, enter 0 for no
sub-interval)
03:
Sensor/Output 2 digits:
AB
A Sensor type:
0 = Speed and
Direction
1 = East and North
B
04:
05:
Output option:
0 S, 1, (1)
1 S, 1
2 S, U, u, (u)
First wind speed input
location no. (East wind
speed)
First wind direction
input location no.
(North wind speed)
Outputs Generated: 2-4 (depending on output

option) per repetition
A sub-interval is specified as a number of
scans. The number of scans for a sub-interval
is given by:
Desired sub-interval (secs) / scan rate (secs)
In an example where the scan rate is 1 second
and the Output Flag is set every 60 minutes, the
standard deviation is calculated from all 3600
scans when the sub-interval is 0. With a subinterval of 900 scans (15 minutes) the standard
deviation is the average of the four sub-interval
standard deviations. The last sub-interval is
weighted if it does not contain the specified
number of scans.
11-1
There are three Output Options that specify the

values calculated.
where
Ux=(sin i)/N
Option 0:
Mean horizontal wind speed, S.
Unit vector mean wind direction, 1.
Standard deviation of wind direction, (1).
Standard deviation is calculated using the
Yamartino algorithm. This option complies
with EPA guidelines for use with straightline Gaussian dispersion models to model
plume transport.
Uy=(cos i)/N
or, in the case of orthogonal sensors
Ux=((Uei/Ui))/N
Uy=((Uni/Ui))/N
2
2 1/2
where Ui=(Uei +Uni )
Standard deviation of wind direction, (

1),
using Yamartino algorithm:
(1)=arc sin()[1+0.1547 ]
3
Option 1:
Unit vector mean wind direction, 1.
where,
=[1-((Ux) +(Uy) )]
2
2 1/2
and Ux and Uy are as defined above.
Option 2:
Resultant mean horizontal wind speed, U:

Resultant mean wind speed, U.
Resultant mean wind direction, u.
Standard deviation of wind direction, (u).
This standard deviation is calculated using
Campbell Scientific's wind speed weighted
algorithm.
2 1/2
U=(Ue +Un )
where for polar sensors:
Ue=(Si Sin i)/N

Un=(Si Cos i)/N
or, in the case of orthogonal sensors:
Ue=(Uei)/N
Use of the Resultant mean horizontal wind

direction is not recommended for straightline Gaussian dispersion models, but may
be used to model transport direction in a
variable-trajectory model.
Resultant mean wind direction, u:

u=Arctan (Ue/Un)
Standard deviation of wind direction, (
u),
using Campbell Scientific algorithm:
Measured raw data:

Si = horizontal wind speed
i = horizontal wind direction
Uei = east-west component of wind
Uni = north-south component of wind
N = number of samples
Calculations:
Scalar mean horizontal wind speed, S:
S=(Si)/N
where in the case of orthogonal sensors:
2
2 1/2
Si=(Uei +Uni )
Unit vector mean wind direction, 1:

1=Arctan (Ux/Uy)
11-2
Un=(Uni)/N
(u)=81(1-U/S)
1/2
*** 70 SAMPLE ***

FUNCTION
This instruction stores the value from each
specified input location. The value(s) stored are
those in the input location(s) when Instruction
70 is executed with the Output Flag set high.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
4
4
Outputs Generated:
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Starting input location no.
1 for each repetition
*** 71 AVERAGE ***

FUNCTION
This instruction stores the average value over
the given output interval for each input location
specified.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
*** 74 MINIMUM ***

FUNCTION
Operating in the same manner as Program 73,
this instruction is used for storing the MINIMUM
value (for each input location specified) over a
given output interval.
01:
Repetitions
PARAM.
NUMBER
02:
01:
Repetitions
02:
Time of minimum
(optional)
03:

no.
Outputs Generated:
1 per repetition
*** 72 TOTALIZE ***

FUNCTION
This instruction stores totalized value over the given
output interval for each input location specified.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:
Outputs Generated:
1 per repetition
*** 73 MAXIMUM ***

FUNCTION
This instruction stores the MAXIMUM value taken
(for each input location specified) over a given
output interval. An internal FLAG is set whenever a
new maximum value is seen. This FLAG may be
tested by Instruction 79. Time of occurrence
maximum value(s) is OPTIONAL output
information, which is formatted and activated by
entering one of the following CODES for Param. 2.
Code
Options
00
01
10
11
Output value ONLY

Output value with SECONDS
Output value with HOUR-MINUTE
Output value with HR-MIN,SEC
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:
Time of maximum
(optional)
03:
Outputs Generated:
1 per repetition
(1 or 2 additional outputs per repetition with time
option)
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Outputs Generated:
1 per repetition
(1 or 2 additional outputs per repetition with time
option)
*** 75 STANDARD AND WEIGHTED ***
VALUE HISTOGRAM
FUNCTION
Processes input data as either a standard
histogram (frequency distribution) or a weighted
value histogram.
The standard histogram outputs the fraction of
the Output Interval that the value in a specified
input location (defined as the bin select value) is
within a particular sub-range of the total
specified range. A counter in the bin associated
with each sub-range is incremented whenever
the value falls within that sub-range. The value
which is output to Final Storage for each bin is
computed by dividing the accumulated total in
each bin by the total number of scans. This
form of output is also referred to as a frequency
distribution.
The weighted value histogram uses data from 2
input locations. One location contains the bin
select value; the other contains the weighted
value. Each time the instruction is executed,
the weighted value is added to a bin. The subrange that the bin select value is in determines
the bin to which the weighted value is added.
When the Output Flag is set, the value
accumulated in each bin is divided by the
TOTAL number of input scans to obtain the
values that are output to Final Storage. These
values are the contributions of the sub-ranges
to the overall weighted value. To obtain the
average of the weighted values that occurred
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while the bin select value was within a particular

sub-range, the value output to Final Storage
must be divided by the fraction of time that the
bin select value was within that particular subrange (i.e., a standard histogram of the bin
select value must also be output).
For either histogram, the user must specify: 1)
the number of repetitions, 2) the number of
bins, 3) a form code specifying whether a
closed or open form histogram is desired (see
below), 4) the bin select value input location,
5) the weighted value input location (see
below), 6) the lower range limit, and 7) the
upper range limit.
The standard histogram (frequency distribution)
is specified by entering "0" in the weighted value
input location parameter. Otherwise, this
parameter specifies the input location of the
weighted value. When more than one repetition
is called for, the bin select value location will be
incremented each repetition and the weighted
value location will remain the same (same
weighted value sorted on the basis of different
bin select values). The weighted value location
will be incremented if it is entered as an indexed
location (key "C" at some point while keying in
Parameter 5; two dashes, --, will appear on the
right of the display). At the user's option, the
histogram may be either closed or open. The
open form includes all values below the lower
range limit in the first bin and all values above
the upper range limit in the last bin. The closed
form excludes any values falling outside of the
histogram range.
The difference between the closed and open
form is shown in the following example for
temperature values:
Lower range limit
Upper range limit
Number of bins
10C
30C
10
Closed Form
Range of first bin

Range of last bin
Open Form
10 to 11.99 deg. <12 deg.

28 to 29.99 deg. >28 deg.
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
Repetitions
02:
Number of bins
03:
Form code (0=open form,

1=closed form)
04:
Bin select value input

location no.
05:
Weighted value input

location no. (0 =
frequency distribution
option)
06:
FP
Lower limit of range
07:
FP
Upper limit of range
Outputs Generated:
Number of Bins * Repetitions
*** 77 RECORD REAL TIME ***

FUNCTION
This Instruction stores the current time in Final
Storage. At midnight the clock rolls over from
23:59 to 00:00. The day also changes.
If hourly or daily summary data is output, it may
be desirable to have the previous day output,
since that is when the measurements were
made. Entering a 2 for the day code causes the
previous day to be output if it is the first minute
of the day. Similarly, entering 2 for the hourminute code causes 2400 instead of 0000 to be
output (the next minute is still 0001). When day
and hour-minute are both output, a 2 for either
code results in the previous day at 2400.
If year is output along with a 2 option in day or
hour-minute, the previous year will be output
during the first minute of the new year.
PARAM.
NUMBER
A common use of a closed form weighted value

histogram is the wind speed rose. Wind speed
values (the weighted value input) are
accumulated into corresponding direction
sectors (bin select input).
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PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
4
Outputs Generated:
parameter selected
DESCRIPTION
Enter appropriate TIME
option code
1 for each time
Code
Result
xxx1
xx1x
xx2x
x1xx
x2xx
SECONDS (with resolution of 0.125 sec.)

HOUR-MINUTE
HOUR-MINUTE, 2400 instead of 0000
JULIAN DAY
JULIAN DAY, previous day during first
minute of new day
YEAR
1xxx
Any combination of Year, Day, HR-MIN, and

seconds is possible (e.g., 1011: YEAR, HRMIN, SEC).
*** 78 SET HIGH OR LOW RESOLUTION ***
DATA STORAGE FORMAT
FUNCTION
This instruction enables high resolution (5
character) or low resolution (4 character) final
data storage format. Instruction 78 should be
entered ahead of the output instructions for
which the specified resolution is desired. The
default format is low resolution. At the
beginning of each program table execution, the
low resolution format is automatically enabled.
See Table 2.2-1 for details.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
Outputs Generated:
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
Outputs Generated:
*** 79 SAMPLE ON MAXIMUM OR ***

MINIMUM
FUNCTION
Instruction 79 samples specified input location
values at the time a new maximum or minimum
value is detected by a previous Maximum (73)
or Minimum (74) Instruction. When the Output
Flag is set, the values copied to Intermediate
Storage are transferred to Final Storage.
Instruction 79 must directly follow the maximum
or minimum Instruction to which it refers. If the
previous Instruction 73 or 74 has more than 1
repetition, Instruction 79 samples whenever a
new maximum or minimum is detected in any of
the locations. If sampling is to occur only when
a specific input location shows a new maximum
or minimum, the previous Maximize or Minimize
Instruction should have one rep referring to that
input location.
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions (number of
sequential locations to
sample)
1 per repetition
*** 80 SET ACTIVE STORAGE AREA ***

FUNCTION
Instruction 80 is used to redirect Output data to
either of the Final Storage areas or to Input
Storage and to set the array ID for Final Storage.
At the beginning of each table the Active Output
area is set to Final Storage Area 1.
When directed to Final Storage, the second
parameter can be used to set the output array
ID. Instruction 80 should follow the instruction
setting flag 0. If parameter 2 is 0, the array ID is
determined by the instruction location number of
Instruction 80 or by the instruction that set the
Output Flag, whichever comes last.
NOTE: When a P80 is used to set any
array ID, all array IDs should be set to
unique numbers.
DESCRIPTION
0 = low resolution;
1 = high resolution
DATA
TYPE
When data are sent to Input Storage, no array

ID is sent. Output array IDs can be indexed
within a loop.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
Storage area option
00 or 01 = Final
Storage Area 1
02 = Final Storage Area 2
03 = Input Storage Area
destination if option 03
Output Array ID if options
0-2 (1-511 are valid IDs)
*** 81 RAINFLOW HISTOGRAM ***

FUNCTION
Instruction 81 implements the rainflow counting
algorithm, essential to estimating cumulative
damage fatigue to components undergoing
stress/strain cycles. Data can be provided by
making measurements in either the standard or
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the burst mode. The Rainflow Instruction can

process either a swath of data following the
burst mode, or it can process "on line" similar to
other processing instructions.
The output is a two dimensional Rainflow
Histogram for each sensor or repetition. One
dimension is the amplitude of the closed loop
cycle (i.e., the distance between peak and
valley); the other dimension is the mean of the
cycle (i.e.,[peak value + valley value]/2). The
value of each element (bin) of the histogram
can be either the actual number of closed loop
cycles that had the amplitude and average
value associated with that bin or the fraction of
the total number of cycles counted that were
associated with that bin (i.e., number of cycles
in bin divided by total number of cycles
counted).
The user enters the number of mean bins, the
number of amplitude bins, and the upper and
lower limits of the input data.
The values for the amplitude bins are
determined by difference between the upper
and lower limits on the input data and by the
number of bins. For example, if the lower limit
is 10 and the upper limit is 150, and there are 5
amplitude bins, the maximum amplitude is 150 100 = 50. The amplitude change between bins
and the upper limit of the smallest amplitude bin
is 50/5 = 10. Cycles with an amplitude, A, less
than 10 will be counted in the first bin. The
second bin is for 10 A < 20, the third for 20
A < 30, etc.
In determining the ranges for mean bins, the
actual values of the limits as well as their
difference are important. The lower limit of the
input data is also the lower limit of the first
mean bin. Assume once again that the lower
limit is 100, the upper limit 150, and that there
are 5 mean bins. In this case the first bin is for
cycles which have a mean value M, 100 M <
110, the second bin 110 M < 120, etc.
If Cm,a is the count for mean range m and
amplitude range a, and M and N are the
number of mean and amplitude bins
respectively, then the output of one repetition is
arranged sequentially as (C1,1, C1,2, ... C1,N, C2,1,
C2,2, ... CM,N). Multiple repetitions are sequential
in memory. Shown in two dimensions, the
output is:
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C1,1
C2,1
.
.
.
CM,1
C1,2
C2,2
.
.
.
CM,2
. . .
. . .
.
.
.
. . .
C1,N
C2,N
.
.
.
CM,N
The histogram can have either open or closed

form. In the open form, a cycle that has an
amplitude larger than the maximum bin is
counted in the maximum bin; a cycle that has a
mean value less than the lower limit or greater
than the upper limit is counted in the minimum
or maximum mean bin. In the closed form, a
cycle that is beyond the amplitude or mean
limits is not counted.
The minimum distance between peak and
valley, parameter 8, determines the smallest
amplitude cycle that will be counted. The
distance should be less than the amplitude bin
width ([high limit - low limit]/no. amplitude bins)
or cycles with the amplitude of the first bin will
not be counted. However, if the value is too
small, processing time will be consumed
counting "cycles" which are in reality just noise.
More than one Rainflow Histogram can be
calculated using the Repetitions parameter.
The swath of input data, the size of the mean
and amplitude dimensions, the low and high
limits of the input data, and minimum distance
between peaks and valley are all selectable by
the user with parameters.
Data are output to Final Storage or to Input
Storage for further processing when the
datalogger's Output Flag is set. Partial
accumulations are kept in Intermediate Storage.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE DESCRIPTION
01:
02:
03:
2
4
4
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
4
4
FP
FP
FP
Repetitions
Input location of input data
Swath (per rep) of data at
input location; 1 = on line
processing
No. of Mean bins
No. of Amplitude Bins
Low limit of input data
High limit of input data
Minimum distance between
peak and valley
09:
2
A:
B:
10:
Option (AB)
Form 0 = closed, 1 = open
form
Output 0 = fraction, 1 =
counts
Input location to start
storing histogram. Enter 0
to send output directly to
Final Storage.
Execution time: 6.5 - 7.0 ms, with 60 Amplitude

Bins and one Mean Bin.
Intermediate Storage locations required: Reps
x (Bins+2 x [No. of Amplitude Bins] + 4), where
Bins = No. Mean Bins x No. Amplitude Bins.
Outputs Generated: No. Mean Bins x No.
Amplitude Bins x Reps
*** 82 STANDARD DEVIATION IN TIME ***
FUNCTION
Calculate the standard deviation (STD DEV) of
a given input location. The standard deviation
is calculated using the formula:
S = ((Xi2 - (Xi)2/N)/N)1/2
where Xi is the ith measurement and N is the
number of samples.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
2
4
Outputs Generated:
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
1 per repetition
11-7
This is a blankp age.
11-8
SECTION 12. PROGRAM CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS

TABLE 12-1. Flag Description
Flag 0
Flag 1 to 8
Flag 11 to 18
Flag 9
Output Flag
User Flags
User Flags
Intermediate Processing
Disable Flag
TABLE 12-2. Command Codes

0
1-9, 79-99
10-19
111-118
20-29
211-218
30
31
32
40
41-48
49
50
51-58
59
61-68
71-78
Go to end of program table3

Call Subroutine 1-9, 79-991
Set Flag 0-9 high
Set Flag 11 to 18 high
Set Flag 0-9 low
Set Flag 11 to 18 low
Then Do
Exit loop if true
Exit loop if false
RS232 Port On
Set Port 1-8 high2
Set Switched 12 V high
RS232 Port Off
Set Port 1-8 low2
Set Switched 12 V low
Toggle Port 1-82
Pulse Port 1-82
95, 96, 97, and 98 are special subroutines

which can be called by Control ports 5, 6, 7,
and 8 going high; see Instruction 85 for
details.
The ports can be indexed to the loop

counter.
If this command is executed while in a

subroutine, execution jumps directly to the
end of the table that called the subroutine.
*** 83 IF CASE X < F ***
FUNCTION
If the value in the location specified in the Begin
Case Instruction 93 is less than the fixed value
entered as parameter 1 then execute the
command in parameter 2 then go to the end of
the case statement when the next Instruction 83
occurs. Else, continue to next instruction. See
Instruction 93 for an example.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
FP
Fixed value
02:
Command
*** 85 LABEL SUBROUTINE ***

FUNCTION
This instruction marks the start of a subroutine.
Subroutines are a series of instructions
beginning with Instruction 85 and terminated
with Instruction 95, END. All subroutines must
be placed in Table 3 (Subroutine Table). When
a subroutine is called by a command in a
Program Control Instruction, the subroutine is
executed, then program flow continues with the
instruction following that which called the
subroutine.
Subroutines may be called from within other
subroutines (nested). The maximum nesting
level for subroutines is 7 deep. Attempts to
nest more than 7 deep will not be detected at
compilation, but will result in a run time error.
When the sixth subroutine attempts to call the
seventh, error 31 will be displayed. Execution
will not branch to the seventh subroutine; it will
continue with the Instruction following that
calling the subroutine.
98, 97, 96, 95 PORT INTERRUPT
SUBROUTINES. If subroutine 98 (97, 96, 95)
is included in Table 3 then Port 8 (7, 6, 5) will
cause an interrupt on the rising edge and the
subroutine will be executed. These subroutines
can also be called from any table.
These subroutines can interrupt Table 1 or 2 or
can occur when neither Table is being
executed. When the port activating 95, 96, 97,
or 98 goes high during the execution of a table,
the instruction being executed is completed
before the subroutine is run (i.e., it is as if the
subroutine was called by the next instruction).
The priority is 98, 97, 96, 95, Table 1, Table 2.
If all four interrupt subroutines are pending
(ports go high at the same time or go high
during the execution of the same instruction in
one of the tables), 98 will be executed first, then
97, then 96, and finally 95.
While 95, 96, 97, or 98 is being executed as a
result of the respective port going high, that port
interrupt is disabled (i.e., the subroutine must be
completed before the port going high will have
any effect).
12-1
NOTE: Do not set the output flag in an

interrupt subroutine unless it is the only
place the output flag is set and data are
output.
NOTE: If Control Ports 5, 6, 7, or 8 are
used for pulse measurements or interrupt
subroutines, the CR23X will go into a 10
mA power drain state.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Subroutine number
(1-9, 79-99)
*** 86 DO ***
FUNCTION
This Instruction unconditionally executes the
specified command.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Command (Table 12-2)
*** 87 LOOP ***

FUNCTION
Instructions included between the Loop
Instruction and the End Instruction (95) are
repeated the number of times specified by the
iteration count (Parameter 2), or until an Exit
Loop command (31,32) is executed by a
Program Control Instruction within the Loop. If
0 is entered for the count, the loop is repeated
until an Exit Loop command is executed.
The first parameter, delay, controls how
frequently passes through the loop are made.
Its units are multiples of the table execution
interval. A delay of 0 means that there is no
delay between passes through the loop. Each
time the table is executed all iterations of the
loop will be completed and execution will pass
on to the following instructions. If the delay is 5,
every fifth time that the execution interval
comes up, one pass through the loop is made;
only those instructions in the loop will be
executed and other portions of the table are not
executed in the interim. When a loop with delay
is executed, the next execution starts at the
loop, skipping over any previous and following
instructions in the table.
12-2
When a fixed number of iterations are

executed, the time spent in the loop is equal to
the product of the execution interval, delay, and
the number of iterations. For example, a loop
with a delay of 1 and a count of 5 will take 5
seconds if the execution interval is 1 second.
When the loop is first entered, one pass through
the loop is made, then the CR23X delays until
the next execution interval and makes the
second pass through the loop. After making the
fifth pass through the loop, there is the fifth
delay, after which execution passes to the
instruction following the END instruction which
goes with the loop.
While in a loop with delay, the table will not be
initiated at each execution interval. (However,
the overrun decimals will not be displayed.)
Some consequences of this are: The Output
Flag will not be automatically cleared between
passes through the loop. Because Table 2
cannot interrupt Table 1, Table 2 will not be
executed while Table 1 is in a loop with delay.
Table 1 will not interrupt Table 2 in the middle of
an output array. Thus, if the Output Flag is set
in Table 2 prior to entering the loop or within the
loop, the flag must be specifically cleared before
the end of the pass if Table 1 is to be executed.
Input locations for Processing Instructions within
a loop can be entered as Indexed locations. An
Indexed location causes the input location to be
incremented by 1 with each pass through the
loop. (The Index counter is added to the
location number in the program table.) Input
locations which are not indexed will remain
constant.
To specify an Indexed location, depress the C
key at some point while keying in the digits for
the input location and before entering the
location with the A key. Two dashes, --, appear
in the two right most characters of the display,
indicating the entry is Indexed.
When the same output processing is required
on values in sequential input locations, it must
be accomplished by using the repetitions
parameter of the Output Instruction, not by
indexing the input location within a loop.
An Output Instruction within a loop is allotted the
same number of Intermediate Storage locations
as it would receive if it were not in the loop. For
example, the average instruction with a single
repetition is allotted only two Intermediate
locations: one for the number of samples and

one for the running total. Each time through the
loop the sample counter is incremented and the
value in the referenced input location is added
to the total. If the input location is indexed, the
values from all input locations are added to the
same total.
Note that if the Output Flag is set prior to
entering the loop in the above example, 10
values will be output. The first will be the
average of all the readings in locations 1-10
since the previous output. Because the
Intermediate locations are zeroed each time an
output occurs, the next nine values will be the
current values (samples at the time of output) of
locations 2-10.
Loops can be nested. Indexed locations within
nested loops are indexed to the inner most loop
that they are within. The maximum nesting
level in the CR23X is 11 deep. This applies to If
Then/Else comparisons and Loops or any
combination thereof. An If Then/Else
comparison which uses the Else Instruction (94)
counts as being nested 2 deep.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
4
4
Delay
Iteration count
The following example involves the use of the

Loop Instruction, without a delay, to perform a
block data transformation.
The user wants 1 hour averages of the vapor
pressure calculated from the wet- and dry-bulb
temperatures of 5 psychrometers. One
pressure transducer measurement is also
available for use in the vapor pressure
calculation.
1. The input locations are assigned as follows:
a) pressure
Location 10
b) dry-bulb temperatures
Location 11-15
c) wet-bulb temperatures
Location 16-20
d) calculated vapor pressure
Location 21-25
(Vapor pressure is written over the
wet-bulb temperatures.)
2. The program flow is as follows:

a) Enter the Loop Instruction (#87) with
Delay=0 and iteration count=5.
b) Calculate the vapor pressure with
Instruction 57 using a normal location
entry of 10 for atmospheric pressure
and Indexed locations of 11, 16 and 16
for the dry-bulb, wet-bulb, and
calculated vapor pressure, respectively.
c) End loop with Instruction 95.
d) Use the If Time Instruction (#92) to set
the Output Flag every hour.
e) Use the Average Instruction (#71) with 5
repetitions starting at input location 21 to
average the vapor pressure over the hour.
The actual keyboard entries for the examples
are shown below with the first example
Instruction location equal to 10. The Input
Instructions to make the pressure and
temperature measurements are assumed.
TABLE 12-3. Loop Example: Block Data
Transform
1:
0
Delay
2:
5
Loop Count
2: Wet/Dry Bulb Temp to VP (P57)
1:
10
2:
11-Dry Bulb Loc [ DryBulb1 ]
3:
16-Wet Bulb Loc [ WetBulb1 ]
4:
21-Loc [ VP1
]
3: End (P95)
4: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
10

Set Output Flag High (Flag 0)
5: Average (P71)
1:
5
2:
21
Reps
Loc [ VP1
The Loop with a delay may be used so that only

those instructions within the Loop are executed
while certain conditions are met. As a simple
example, suppose it is desired to execute one
set of instructions from midnight until 6 AM,
another set between 6 AM and 4 PM, and a
third set between 4 PM and midnight. Between
6 AM and 4 PM, samples are desired every 10
12-3
seconds; the rest of the time one minute

between samples is sufficient. The execution
interval is set to 10 seconds; when a one minute
sample rate is desired, a delay of 6 (6 x 10s =
60s) is used in the loop.
2: Time (P18)
1:
2
TABLE 12-4. Example: Loop with Delay
3: End (P95)

1:
6
Delay
2:
0
Loop Count
2: Do (P86)
1:
1
Call Subroutine 1
3: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
25
2:
3
3:
6
4:
31
X Loc [ Day
]
>=
F
Exit Loop if True
4: End (P95)
1:
1
Delay
2:
0
Loop Count
6: Do (P86)
1:
1
Call Subroutine 1
7: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
25
2:
3
3:
16
4:
31
X Loc [ Day
]
>=
F
Exit Loop if True
2:
3:
*** 88 IF X COMPARED TO Y ***

FUNCTION
This Instruction compares two input locations
and, if the result is true, executes the specified
Command. The comparison codes are given in
Table 12-5.
PARAM.
NUMBER
4
2
03:
04:
4
2
DESCRIPTION
Input location for X
Comparison code
(Table 12-5)
Input location for Y
TABLE 12-5. Comparison Codes

Parameter 1
1
2
3
4
Function
IF X = Y
IF X Y
IF X Y
IF X < Y
*** 89 IF X COMPARED TO F ***

1:
6
Delay
2:
0
Loop Count
Call Subroutine 1
11: If (X<=>F) (P89)

1:
25
X Loc [ Day
]
2:
3
>=
3:
5
F
4:
32
Exit Loop if False
12: End (P95)
1: Beginning of Subroutine (P85)
1:
1
Subroutine 1
12-4
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
8: End (P95)
10: Do (P86)
1:
1
24
25
Hours into current year

{maximum 8784)
Mod/By
Loc [ Day
]
FUNCTION
This Instruction compares an input location to a
fixed value and, if the result is true, performs
the specified Command. The comparison codes
are given in Table 12-5.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
4
2
03:
04:
FP
2
DESCRIPTION
Input location for X
Comparison code
(Table 12-5)
Fixed value
*** 90 STEP LOOP INDEX ***

FUNCTION
When used within a Loop (Instruction 87),
Instruction 90 will increment the index counter
by a specified amount after the first time
through the loop, thus affecting all indexed input
location parameters in subsequent instructions.

For example, if 4 is specified, the index counter
will count up by 4 (0,4,8,12,...) inside the loop.
Instruction 90 does not affect the loop counter
which still counts by 1.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Increment for the loop
index counter
*** 91 IF FLAG / PORT / MODEM ***

FUNCTION
This Instruction checks the status of one of the
eighteen Flags, one of the eight ports, or the
serial I/O port modem enable and conditionally
performs the specified Command. Ports can be
indexed (--) with the C key.
The first Parameter specifies the condition to check:
1X
2X
4Y
5Y
40
Execute command if Flag X is high

Execute command if Flag X is low
Execute command if port Y is high
Execute command if port Y is low
Execute command if CS I/O modem
is on
50
Execute command if CS I/O modem
is off
49
Execute command if SW12V is off
59
Execute command if SW12V is off
X = 0-9, 11-18 Y = 1-8
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
DESCRIPTION
Flag or Port condition to
check
result is 0, the interval is up. Thus, the first interval

of the day always starts at midnight (0 minutes).
The maximum interval is 1440 minutes.
The time into an interval is only true the first
time Instruction 92 is executed within a given
minute (or second). For example, if the
command is to set the Output Flag at 0 minutes
into a 10 minute interval, and the execution
interval of the table is 10 seconds, every 10
minutes there will only be one output generated
by this instruction, not five.
The time into interval and the interval may be
entered in seconds for intervals less than 60
seconds. Error 92 will occur if these
parameters are too large.
To enter the times in seconds, press "C" after
keying in the number of seconds into the interval
for Parameter 1; two dashes will appear to the
right of the number (XXXX--). When the time
into interval is entered as seconds (XXXX--), the
time interval will also be interpreted as seconds.
The maximum number of seconds that can be
entered is 59 for Parameter 1 and 60 for
Parameter 2.
The Output Flag (Flag 0) is a special case in that it
will automatically be cleared if it is not time to set it.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
DESCRIPTION
Time into interval
(minutes or seconds if
entered XXXX--)
Time interval (units
same as above)
*** 92 IF TIME IS ***

FUNCTION
The user specifies the number of minutes or
seconds into an interval, the duration of the
interval, and a command. The command is
executed each time the real time is the
specified time into the interval. The "If"
condition will always be false if 0000 is entered
as the time interval.
*** 93 BEGIN CASE STATEMENT ***

The value in the specified input location is
compared against parameters in following If
Case instructions (83). When a comparison is
true, the command in the If Case instruction is
executed and the program flow goes to the End
instruction (95) associated with the Begin Case
instruction.
The time interval is synchronized with real time; if a

60 minute time interval is specified with 0 minutes
into the interval, the Command will be executed
each hour on the hour. The time interval is
synchronized internally by making a modulo divide
(Instruction 46) of the number of minutes since
midnight by the specified real time interval. If the
12-5
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
*** 96 ACTIVATE SERIAL DATA OUTPUT ***

DESCRIPTION
Input location for
subsequent comparisons
EXAMPLE:
1: CASE (P93)
1:
2
Case Loc [ ValueX
2: If Case Location < F (P83)

1:
69.4
F
2:
3
Call Subroutine 3
;else
1:
72
F
2:
10
;else
1:
77.3
F
2:
30
Then Do
5: Z=F (P30)
1:
0.0
2:
0
3:
25
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ ValueY ]
6: End (P95) ;of Then Do

7: End (P95) ;of Case Statement
*** 94 ELSE ***
FUNCTION
When Command 30 (Then/Else) is used with an
If Instruction, the Else Instruction is used to
mark the start of the instructions to execute if
the test condition is false (Figure 3.8-1). The
Else Instruction is optional; when it is omitted, a
false comparison will result in execution
branching directly to the End Instruction.
Instruction 94 has no parameters.
*** 95 END ***
FUNCTION
Instruction 95 is used to indicate the end/return
of a subroutine (Instruction 85), the end of a
loop (Instruction 87), the end of an If Then/Else
sequence (Instructions 88-92 when used with
command 30), or the end of a Case sequence
(Instruction 93). The End Instruction has no
parameters.
12-6
FUNCTION
Instruction 96 is used to activate Storage
Module (SM192/SM716 or Card Storage
Module) or serial data (printer) output. Some
applications require the Computer RS232 port
be left on continuously for proper operation.
The Computer RS232 port can be configured to
D mode as
stay on continuously in the
described in Section 1.8.7.
Normally Instruction 96 is placed in the program
table after all Output Instructions have been
entered and is executed each time the Table is
executed. In this situation any data sent to Final
Storage is output as soon as possible.
However, by using Program Control Instructions
to allow execution of Instruction 96 only at
certain times, the user can control when the
output device(s) are active. Instruction 96
allows a choice of serial data format and the
selection of Addressed or Pin Enabled device
for the serial print output.
A single parameter is used to select whether the
instruction is to control the "printer", Storage
Module, or Card Storage Module output, and if
the printer is selected, the format and baud rate.
The Instruction must be entered separately for
each device that is to receive output.
If both Final Storage areas are in use,
Instruction 96 will send data from the area
which is currently active. Final Storage Area 1
is active at the start of each Table. Instruction
80 can be used to change the active area. The
Area set by Instruction 80 remains active until
changed by another Instruction 80 or the Table
ends (at which time Area 1 becomes the active
Area 1). Instruction 80 can also direct output to
Input Storage, in which case Instruction 96
assumes Final Storage Area 1.
If the CR23X is already communicating on a 9pin serial port when Instruction 96 is executed,
the output request is put in a queue and
program execution continues. As a 9-pin serial
port becomes available, each device in the
queue will get its turn.
The request is not put in the queue if the same
device is already in the queue. The data
contained in the queue (and which determine a
unique entry) are baud rate (if applicable), and
the Final Storage Area. Instruction 98 to send

characters also uses this queue.
When an entry reaches the top of the queue,
the CR23X sends all data accumulated since
the last transfer to the device up to the location
of the DSP at the time the device became
active (this allows everything in the queue to get
a turn even if data is being stored faster than it
can be transferred to a particular device).
The "other Final Storage Area" device option (the
non-active area) allows a "fast" Final Storage area to
be transferred to the main area on some trigger
condition so there is some history recorded prior to
the trigger condition (Section 8.8). The source of
data is the currently active Final Storage Area set by
Instruction 80 (default = 0 or 1).
NOTE: All memory pointers are positioned
to the DSP location when the datalogger
compiles a program. For this reason,
always retrieve uncollected data before
making program changes.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
Option Device
TABLE 12-6. Output Device and Baud Rate

Codes
Code
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Baud Rate
300
1200
9600
76800
2400
4800
19200
38400
ADDRESSED PRINT DEVICE, y = Baud code

1y = Printable ASCII
2y = Comma Separated ASCII
3y = Binary Final Storage Format
7N = Storage Module N (N=1-8; Section 4.4.2)
(Stored in Binary Format)
7N-- = Output File Mark to Storage Module N
SERIAL PRINTER, COMPUTER, OR
PIN-ENABLED PRINT DEVICE, y = Baud code
(SDE pulled high)
4y = Printable ASCII (CS I/O)
4y-- = Printable ASCII (RS-232)
5y = Comma Separated ASCII (CS I/O)
5y-- = Comma Separated ASCII (RS-232)

6y = Binary Final Storage Format (CS I/O)
6y-- = Binary Final Storage Format (RS-232)
TRANSFER DATA TO OTHER FINAL
STORAGE AREA
80 = New data only
81 = All data
*** 97 INITIATE ***
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Instruction P97 enables the CR23X to initiate
telecommunications with
1) a PC via telephone, radio, or generic
modem (Callback)
2) a pager system
3) a human via synthesized voice
4) another datalogger
Several documents supplement information in
this section.
1) Appendix G of the CR23X manual covers
telephone and generic modem applications
2) Appendix G of the CR23X manual covers
pager applications
3) COM300 Voice Modem Manual covers
voice applications
4) Appendix H of the CR23X Manual covers
calling applications wherein another
datalogger is called
Telephone support is also available from
Campbell Scientific.
Theory of Operation
When the CR23X executes P97, it looks to see
if the interrupt disable flag is low. The interrupt
disable flag is one of User Flags 1-8 dedicated
in P97 for this use. If the interrupt disable flag is
low, the CR23X initiates a call according to
protocols programmed into P97. If a computer
is answering the call, the CR23X sends a
unique 3 digit code. If the computer returns the
same 3 digit code, the CR23X keeps the link
open and waits for subsequent commands from
the computer. If the code is not returned, the
datalogger hangs up. P97 can be programmed
to try the call again later. The number of failed
calls is recorded in a CR23X input location. The
failure counter is reset to zero when P97 is
executed if the prior call was successful on its
first try. The value in the failure input location
12-7
can be output to CR23X final storage. Doing so

will help evaluate the success of P97.
P97 should not be placed in a conditional
statement or subroutine, but rather controlled by
controlling the interrupt disable flag. P97 must
be executed twice for each call. Once to initiate
the call and once more to reset after a
successful call or after retries have expired.
Parameter 3 Time Limit on Call Attempt

One second units. A call attempt is timed from
execution of P97 until a valid answering
identification code is received by the CR23X. If
the code is not received before the time limit,
the CR23X hangs up and waits for the next
attempt or retry.
Parameter 4 Delay Between Fast Retries
Parameter 1 Modem / Baud Rate

One second units.
Consult Table 12-7 for options. Match the
option to the modem connected to the CR23X
serial port. Options 20 - 47 (telephone
modems) automatically send out the following
commands:
ATV0 <CR><LF>
Request numeric
responses
ATS7=180 <CR><LF> Wait 180 s for carrier

after dialing
ATDT
Dial phone number with

tones
Phone numbers, RF paths, or generic modem

dialing strings are entered with one or more P68
instructions immediately following the P97. See
discussion below for details on the use of P68.
Parameter 2 Interrupt Disable Flag
Specify which User Flag (1 - 8) to use to
interrupt and disable calls. When set low,
calling is enabled. When set high, calling is
interrupted and / or disabled. Care must be
taken in programming logic to control this flag to
ensure that nuisance calls are minimized. This
flag is automatically set high after a successful
call.
Parameter 5 Number of Fast Retries

Number of retries at the fast rate entered in
parameter 4.
Parameter 6 Delay Between Slow Retries
One minute units. After fast retries have
expired, P97 will continue to try at the slow rate
entered here.
NOTE: Actual delays between fast and
slow retries include a random offset that
ranges between 0 and 0.5 of the delay
specified. The offset prevents calls from
different stations occurring at the same
time. The resolution of the offset is the
execution interval of the program table
wherein P97 resides. The offset is divided
by the execution interval to determine how
many times P97 must be executed before it
retries. For this to work properly, P97 must
be executed each pass through the
program table. P97 should not be placed in
conditional loops or subroutines.
Parameter 7 Failures Location
Input location where the number of failures is to
be recorded
Parameter 8 Identification Code
Three digit identification code. The code will be
sent every 4 seconds until the CR23X receives
an identical response, or until the time limit on
the call expires. No more than 4 seconds can
elapse between each character of the reply.
12-8
Additional Programming Requirements

Radio, telephone, and generic modem
applications require the use of one or more
Instruction P68 immediately following P97.
P68 Hints:
Digits, such as telephone numbers and RF
addresses, are entered directly, one character
per line (0 - 9). All other characters must be
entered as ASCII decimal equivalents. A list of
ASCII decimal equivalents is shown in Appendix
E.
X (ASCII equivalent = 88). If X is entered in the
first parameter in the first (01:88), the second
parameter represents a delay of 0 to 9 seconds
(02:9). The delay is placed between when the
call is answered and when the identification
code is sent. This command is useful in
compensating for delays or audio queues, as
may occur in pager or other systems.
Space (32). Separate RF station addresses
with a space.
F (70). Enter an F to indicate the end of an RF
path.
T (84). Indicate a switch from RF to telephone
with a space (32) followed by a T.
<CR> (13). A carriage return (<CR>) must be
used to terminate the character sequence. Any
unused P68 parameters are left at 0.
Table 12-8 lists special characters that are
active only when a generic modem / baud rate
option is used.
Table 12-7. Option Codes for P97 Initiate

Telecommunications
Code
Device
Baud
00
01
02
10
11
14
15
12
16
17
20
21
24
25
22
26
27
31
40
41
44
45
42
46
47
50
51
52
60
61
64
65
62
66
67
70
71
74
75
72
76
77
80
81
84
85
82
86
87
RF95
RF95
RF95
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
Direct CS I/O
COM200, DC112
COM200, DC112
COM200
COM200
COM200
Telephone
Telephone
VS1, COM300
VS1, COM300
VS1, COM300
COM300
COM300
COM300
COM300
COM300
RF (SDC)
RF (SDC)
RF (SDC)
Direct Computer RS232
Generic Modem CS I/O
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
Generic Modem RS232
300
1200
9600
300
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2 k
38.4 k
300
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2 k
38.4 k
Voice
300
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2 k
38.4 k
300
1200
9600
300
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2 k
38.4 k
300
1200
2400
4800
1600
19.2 k
38.4 k
300
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2 k
38.4 k
12-9
TABLE 12-8. Instruction P68 Parameters

Specific to Generic Modem Applications
Parameter Description
Tn
En
Rn
Dnn
Wnn
Lnn
Inn
Transmit n bytes (n = ASCII digit,

bytes = ASCII decimal equivalent)
Transmit n bytes, wait for echo (n =
ASCII digit, bytes = ASCII decimal
equivalent)
Receive n bytes (n = ASCII digit)
Delay (nn = 1/10ths of seconds)
Wait before retry (nn = 1/10ths of
seconds)
Retries = the last byte sent from the
E command or,
Retries = the last sequence sent
with the T command
Transmit the data value at Input
Location nn
Transmit the data value at Input
Location nn and wait for an echo of
each character
CAUTION: Instruction 97 with the voice

option and the SDI-12 instructions may not
be in same table. Instruction 97 must be in
Table 1 and the SDI-12 instructions must be
in Table 2.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
03:
04:
2
4
4
05:
06:
2
4
07:
08:
12-10
*** 98 SEND CHARACTER ***

Instruction 98 is used with Instruction 63 to send
a character or string of characters (up to 15) out
a serial port to a device. The Computer RS232
port can be configured to stay on continuously
D mode as described in Section
in the
1.8.7.
The device may be either addressed or pinenabled (Section 6.2). Instruction 63 must
immediately follow 98. The character or
characters to send are entered in Instruction 63
as the decimal equivalents (99 is the maximum
number allowed) of the 7 bit ASCII character
(sent as 8 bits, no parity). For example, to send
the ASCII character control R, 18 would be
entered. Enter a null (0) to terminate the string.
Appendix E contains a listing of the ASCII
characters.
If the 9 pin connector is already active when
Instruction 98 is executed, the output request is
put in a queue (see Instruction 96).
This instruction can be used to send a control
character to activate some listing device. The
specified character(s) is sent at the time
Instruction 98 and 63 are executed.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
Modem option and baud rate
code. Left digit specifies the
modem being used and the
right, the baud rate.
Interrupt disable flag
Time limit on call, 1 sec. units
Delay between fast retries, 1
sec. units
No. of retries at fast rate
Delay between slow retries, 1
min. units
Input location to store no. of
tries
ID to send
01:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
1y
4y
Addressed Print Device

Pin-enabled Print
Device (CS I/O)
4y-- Pin-enabled Print
Device (RS-232)
y is baud rate code (Table
12-6)
*** 111 RUN PROGRAM FROM FLASH ***

FUNCTION
This instruction is used to load a program
stored in FLASH into RAM. The program in
RAM is replaced by the Flash program specified
in Parameter 1. If Parameter 1 is indexed, the
6
CR23X will compile the program like the
mode. Use this instruction with caution.
A )
NOTE: The memory allocation (
must be the same between the program in
RAM and the program that is loaded from
Flash. If the memory allocations are not the
same, the CR23X will reallocate memory
and the data in Final Storage will be lost.
Do not use the auto program allocation (0
A mode),
for Parameter 5 in the
because data will be lost.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
DATE
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Flash program number
(name)
*** 122 INMARSAT-C ***

FUNCTION
This instruction is used to transmit data from
CR23X Final Storage and receive data via the
Galaxy INMARSAT - C satellite transceiver.
See the INMARSAT-C interface notes for
information on Instruction 122.
*** 123 AUTOMATIC PROGRAMMING OF A ***
TGT1
FUNCTION
Instruction 123 performs Automatic Programming
of TGT1 GOES Transmitter. See the TGT1
manual for information on Instruction 123.
*** 114 SET TIME ***

*** 220 DISPLAY CHARACTERS ***
Datalogger time can be set to the nearest
second using P114. Time values are read from
sequential input locations. Time is set each
time P114 is executed.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
DATA
TYPE
2
DESCRIPTION
Option
0 = Hr, Min, Sec
1 = Day*, Hour, Minutes,
Seconds
2 = Year, Day*, Hour,
Minutes, Seconds
Beginning Input Location
Input Locations Used = 3 to 5, depending on

option selected
*Day must be entered as day-of-year (1 to 366)
*** 120 TGT1 TELONICS GOES ***
FUNCTION
CR23X Final Storage via a GOES satellite to a
central ground station. See the TGT1 manual
for information on Instruction 120.
Displays specified information to the display while

0
or Running Table mode. Each
in the
parameter represents the ASCII code of a
character to display or the input location containing
a value to display. Table 12-9 shows character to
ASCII conversions. Executing this instruction
without character 16 (see below) will leave the
display on, increasing power usage by 4.5 mA.
NOTE: Use of P220 may disrupt
telecommunications with the datalogger.
PARAM.
NUMBER
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
DATE
TYPE
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
DESCRIPTION
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
ASCII code
Program Memory bytes = 18

Input Locations Read = 0-8 depending on
number of parameters using the XXX -- option.
*** 121 ARGOS ***

8 Parameters of type 4.
FUNCTION
CR23X Final Storage via an ARGOS satellite.
See the ARGOS Interface Notes for information
on Instruction 121.
Valid Character Codes

XXX-- Displays value stored in input location
XXX
12-11
Special Movement codes possible to use

8, 129
10
13
16
128
192
128-151
Backspace
Clears bottom line
Blank Display
Turn off display
Beginning of Top line
Beginning of Bottom line
Skip # Spaces (please note that not
all characters are displayed on the
screen). For example 131 skips 1
space, 132 skips 2 spaces, etc. It

does not write over any characters
written in the spaces it skips.
192-215 Move to the first Character on the
Bottom Line & Skip # Spaces (note
that not all characters are displayed
on the screen). For example 193
skips 1 space, 194 skips 2 spaces,
etc. It does not write over any
characters written in the spaces it
skips.
TABLE 12-9. P220 ASCII Conversion
1
9
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
12-12
T
O
SPACE
!
"
#
$
%
&
'
(
)
*
+
,
.
/
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
7
8
9
:
;
<
=
>
?
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
[
]
^
_
`
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
i
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
r
s
t
u
v
w
x
y
z
{
|
}
SECTION 13. CR23X MEASUREMENTS

NOTE: Highlighted portions of this section have not been updated for the CR23X.
13.1 FAST AND SLOW MEASUREMENT

SEQUENCE
The CR23X makes voltage measurements by
integrating the input signal for a fixed time and
then holding the integrated value for the analog
to digital (A/D) conversion. The A/D conversion
is made with a 15 bit successive approximation
technique which resolves the signal voltage to
approximately one part in 60,600 of the full
scale range on a differential measurement (e.g.,
1/60,600 x 10 V = 165 V). The resolution of a
single-ended measurement is one part in
30,300. Table 13-9 lists possible input voltage
ranges.
Integrating the signal removes noise that could
create an error if the signal were
instantaneously sampled and held for the A/D
conversion. Slow integration times provides a
more noise-free reading than fast integration
times. One of the most common sources of
noise is 60 Hz from AC power lines. For all
input ranges, except the 5000 mV range, the
60 Hz integration time of 16.67 milliseconds is
equal to one 60 Hz cycle. During the integration
time, the AC noise will integrate to 0. The 50
Hz integration options lengthen the integration
time to 20 ms for countries that have 50 Hz
power. This is the preferred method of AC

rejection.
The CR23X also has options for faster AC line
rejection. Two integrations are made spaced
1/2 cycle apart (Figure 13.1-1), which results in
the AC noise integrating to 0. This is the
method used by the 5000 mV range for AC
noise rejection. This method is also available
on other ranges by preceding the range code
with a 4 (60 Hz) or 5 (50 Hz), i.e., 41, 42..45.
There are several situations where the fast
integration time of 250 sec is preferred. The
fast integration time minimizes time skew
between measurements and increases the
throughput rate. The current drain on the
CR23X batteries is lower when fast integration
time is used. The fast integration time should
ALWAYS be used with the AC half bridge
(Instruction 5) when measuring AC resistance
or the output of an LVDT. An AC resistive
sensor will polarize if a DC voltage is applied,
causing erroneous readings and sensor decay.
The induced voltage in an LVDT decays with
time as current in the primary coil shifts from the
inductor to the series resistance; a long
integration time would result in most of the
integration taking place after the signal had
disappeared.
TABLE 13.1-1. Input Voltage Ranges and Codes

Range Code
Fast
250 s
Integ.
10
11
12
13
14
15
60 Hz
Reject.
50 Hz
Reject.
20
21
22
23
24
30
31
32
33
34
Full Scale Range

Faster
60 Hz
Reject.
Faster
50 Hz
Reject.
40
41
42
43
44
45
50
51
52
53
54
55
Autorange ***
10 mV
50 mV
200 mV
1000 mV
5000 mV
Differential**
Resolution
0.33
1.67
6.66
33.3
166.
V
V
V
V
V
* Same as 2X 60Hz Rejection Range. Made available for compatibility with 21X Micrologger programs.
** Differential measurement, resolution for single-ended measurement is twice value shown.
*** See autoranging precaution in Table 3.5-1.
13-1
FIGURE 13.1-1. Fast 50 and 60 Hz Noise Rejection
450 uS
250 uS fast
260 uS
16.67 mS 60 Hz Reject
20.00 mS 50 Hz Reject
Reset Integrator
FIGURE 13.1-2. Timing of Single-Ended Measurement

13.1.1 OFFSET VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT
A single-ended measurement on the 10 mV and
50 mV ranges takes longer than on other input
ranges because an offset measurement prior to
every scan is performed. Offset measurements
are performed in background on all other input
ranges. Measurement time can be reduced on
the 10 and 50 mV ranges by using the "--"
option (e.g., 11--, 12--, 21--, 22--, 31--, 32--). The
"--" option causes offset measurements for the
10 mV and 50 mV ranges to be performed in
the background. The "--" option, however, is
used at the expense of compensation for rapid
changes in offset voltage. The "--" option is
selected by pressing the C key after entering the
numeric value on the CR23X key pad.
13.2 SINGLE-ENDED AND

DIFFERENTIAL VOLTAGE
MEASUREMENTS
The timing and sequence of a single-ended
measurement is shown in Figure 13.2-1. A
single-ended measurement is made on a single
input which is referenced to ground. A single
integration is performed for each measurement.
13-2
A differential measurement measures the

difference in voltage between two inputs. The
measurement sequence on a differential
measurement involves two integrations. First
with the high input referenced to the low, then
with the inputs reversed (Figure 13.2-2).
The CR23X computes the differential voltage by
averaging the magnitude of the results from the
two integrations and using the polarity from the
first. An exception to this is the differential
measurement in Instruction 8 which makes only
one integration.
Because a single-ended measurement is
referenced to CR23X ground, any difference in
ground potential between the sensor and the
CR23X will result in an error in the
measurement. For example, if the measuring
junction of a copper-constantan thermocouple,
used to measure soil temperature, is not
insulated and the potential of earth ground is 1
mV greater at the sensor than at the point
where the CR23X is grounded, the measured
voltage would be 1 mV greater than the
thermocouple output or approximately 25C
high.
250 us fast
260 us
16.67 ms 60 Hz Reject
500 us
250 us fast
260 us
FIGURE 13.2-2. Differential Voltage Measurement Sequence

Another instance where a ground potential
difference creates a problem is in a case such
as described in Section 7.2, where external
signal conditioning circuitry is powered from the
same external source as the CR23X. Despite
being tied to the same ground, differences in
current drain and lead resistance result in
different ground potential at the two
instruments. For this reason a differential
measurement should be made on an analog
output from the external signal conditioner.
Differential measurements MUST be used
where the inputs are known to be different from
ground, such as is the case with the output from
a full bridge.
In order to make a differential measurement,
the inputs must be within the CR23X common
mode range of 5.0 V. The common mode
range is the voltage range, relative to CR23X
ground, within which both inputs of a differential
measurement must lie in order for the
differential measurement to be made.
For example, if the high side of a differential
input is at 4 V and the low side is at 3 V relative
to CR23X ground, there is no problem; a
measurement made on the 5.0 V range would
indicate a signal of 1 V. However, if the high
input is at 5.8 V and the low input is at 4.8 V, the
measurement cannot be made because the high
input is outside of the common mode range.
The CR23X will indicate the overrange with the
maximum negative number (Section 3.5.)
Problems with exceeding common mode range
may be encountered when the CR23X is used to
read the output of external signal conditioning
circuitry if a good ground connection does not
exist between the external circuitry and the
CR23X. When operating where AC power is
available, it is not always safe to assume that a
good ground connection exists through the AC

wiring. If a CR23X is used to measure the
output from a laboratory instrument (both
plugged into AC power and referencing ground
to outlet ground), it is best to run a ground wire
between the CR23X and the external circuitry.
Even with this ground connection, the ground
potential of the two instruments may not be at
exactly the same level, which is why a differential
measurement is desired (Section 7.2).
If a differential measurement is used on a sensor
that is not referenced to CR23X ground through a
separate connection (e.g., a net radiometer), a
jumper wire should be connected between the low
side of the differential input and analog ground to
hold the sensor in common mode range.
A differential measurement has better noise
rejection than a single-ended measurement.
Integrating the signal in both directions also
reduces input offset voltage due to thermal
effects in the amplifier section of the CR23X.
Input offset voltage on a single-ended
measurement is less than 5 microvolts; the
input offset voltage on a differential
measurement is less than 1 microvolt.
A single-ended measurement is quite
satisfactory in cases where noise is not a
problem and care is taken to avoid ground
potential problems. Channels are available for
twice as many single-ended measurements. A
single-ended measurement takes about half the
time of a differential measurement, which is
valuable in cases where rapid sampling is a
requirement.
NOTE: Sustained voltages in excess of
+16 VDC applied to the analog inputs will
damage the CR23X input circuitry.
13-3
13.3 THE EFFECT OF SENSOR LEAD

LENGTH ON THE SIGNAL SETTLING
TIME
Whenever an analog input is switched into the
CR23X measurement circuitry prior to making a
measurement, a finite amount of time is
required for the signal to stabilize at its correct
value. The rate at which the signal settles is
determined by the input settling time constant
which is a function of both the source
resistance, and input capacitance (explained
below). The CR23X allows a 450 s settling
time before initiating the measurement. In most
applications this settling time is adequate, but
the additional wire capacitance associated with
long sensor leads can increase the settling time
constant to the point that measurement errors
may occur. There are three potential sources of
error which must settle before the measurement
is made:
1. The signal must rise to its correct value.

2. A transient (~30 mV on an open channel)
due to charge injection of the multiplexed
analog inputs, must settle.
3. A larger transient, usually about 40 mV/V,
caused by the switched, precision excitation
voltage used in resistive bridge
measurements must settle.
The purpose of this section is to bring attention
to potential measurement errors caused when
the input settling time constant gets too large
and to discuss procedures whereby the effects
of lead length on the measurement can be
estimated. In addition, physical values are given
for three types of wire used in CSI sensors, and
error estimates for given lead lengths are
provided. Finally, techniques are discussed for
minimizing input settling error when long leads
are mandatory.
FIGURE 13.3-1. Input Voltage Rise and Transient Decay

13.3.1 THE INPUT SETTLING TIME CONSTANT
The rate at which an input voltage rises to its full
value or that a transient decays to the correct
input level are both determined by the input
settling time constant. In both cases the
waveform is an exponential. Figure 13.3-1
shows both a rising and decaying waveform
settling to the signal level, Vso. The rising input
voltage is described by Equation 13.3-1 and the
decaying input voltage by Equation 13.3-2.
signal lead and ground (or some other fixed

reference value) in farads.
The settling time constant, in seconds, and the
capacitance relationships are given in
Equations 13.3-3 through 13.3-5,
= RoCT
[13.3-3]
CT = Cf + CwL
[13.3-4]
[13.3-5]
Vs = Vso (1-e-t/RoCT), rise
[13.3-1]
Cf = 3.3 nfd
Vs = Vso + (Veo-Vso) e-t/RoCT, decay
[13.3-2]
where Cf is the fixed CR23X input capacitance

in farads, Cw is the wire capacitance in
farads/foot, and L is the wire length in feet.
where Vs is the input voltage, Vso the true signal

voltage, Veo the peak transient voltage, t is time
in seconds, Ro the source resistance in ohms,
and CT is the total capacitance between the
13-4
Equations 13.3-1 and 13.3-2 can be used to

estimate the input settling error, Ve, directly.
For the rising case, Vs = Vso-Ve, whereas for

the decaying transient, Vs = Vso+Ve.
Substituting these relationships for Vs in
Equations 13.3-1 and 13.3-2, respectively,
yields expressions in Ve, the input settling error:
Ve = Vso e-t/RoCT, rise
[13.3-6]
Ve = Ve'o e-t/RoCT, decay
[13.3-7]
Where Ve'o = Veo-Vso, the difference between

the peak transient voltage and the true signal
voltage.
NOTE: Since the peak transient, Veo,
causes significant error only if it is several
times larger than the signal, Vso, error
calculations made in this section
approximate Ve'o by Veo; i.e., Veo = Veo-Vso.
rising, Ve'o for decaying) is obtained by knowing

how many time constants (t/) are contained in
the 450 s CR23X input settling interval (t).
The familiar exponential decay relationship is
given in Table 13.3-1 for reference.
TABLE 13.3-1. Exponential Decay, Percent
of Maximum Error vs. Time in Units of
Time
%
Time
Constants Max. Error Constants
0
100.0
5
1
36.8
7
3
5.0
10
%
Max. Error
0.7
0.1
0.004
Before proceeding with examples of the effect

of long lead lengths on the measurement, a
discussion on obtaining the source resistance,
Ro, and lead capacitance, CwL, is necessary.
If the input settling time constant, , is known, a

quick estimation of the settling error as a
percentage of the maximum error (Vso for
CR23X
FIGURE 13.3-2. Typical Resistive Half Bridge
CR23X
HI OR LO
INPUT
FIGURE 13.3-3. Source Resistance Model for Half Bridge Connected to the CR23X
13-5
DETERMINING SOURCE RESISTANCE

The source resistance used to estimate the
settling time constant is the resistance the
CR23X input "sees" looking out at the sensor.
For our purposes the source resistance can be
defined as the resistance from the CR23X input
through all external paths back to the CR23X.
Figure 13.3-2 shows a typical resistive sensor,
(e.g., a thermistor) configured as a half bridge.
Figure 13.3-3 shows Figure 13.3-2 re-drawn in
terms of the resistive paths determining the
source resistance Ro, is given by the parallel
resistance of Rs and Rf, as shown in Equation
13.3-8.
Ro = RsRf/(Rs+Rf)
[13.3-8]
If Rf is much smaller, equal to or much greater

than Rs, the source resistance can be
approximated by Equations 13.3-9 through
13.3-11, respectively.
Ro ~ Rf, Rf<<Rs
[13.3-9]
Ro = Rf/2, Rf=Rs
[13.3-10]
Ro ~ Rs, Rf>>Rs
[13.3-11]
The source resistance for several Campbell

Scientific sensors are given in column 3 of
Table 13.3-5.
DETERMINING LEAD CAPACITANCE
Wire manufacturers typically provide two
capacitance specifications: 1) the capacitance
between the two leads with the shield floating,
and 2) the capacitance between the two leads
with the shield tied to one lead. Since the input
lead and the shield are tied to ground (often
through a bridge resistor, Rf) in single-ended
measurements such as Figure 13.3-2, the
second specification is used in determining lead
capacitance. Figure 13.3-4 is a representation
of this capacitance, Cw, usually specified as
pfd/ft. Cw is actually the sum of capacitance
between the two conductors and the
capacitance between the top conductor and the
shield. Capacitance for 3 lead wires used in
Campbell Scientific sensors is shown in column
6 of Table 13.3-2.
FIGURE 13.3-4. Wire Manufacturers Capacitance Specifications, Cw

TABLE 13.3-2. Properties of Lead Wires Used by Campbell Scientific
CSI
Part #
9721
9661
7359
13-6
Conductors
3 shld. 3 pair
1 shld. pair
1 shld. 4 cond.
Insulation
polypropylene
polypropylene
polyethylene
AWG
Rl
(ohms/1000ft.)
Cw
(pfd/ft.)
24
22
22
28
18
16
41
42
32
DIELECTRIC ABSORPTION
The dielectric absorption of insulation
surrounding individual conductors can seriously
affect the settling waveform by increasing the
time required to settle as compared to a simple
exponential. Dielectric absorption is difficult to
quantify, but it can have a serious effect on low
level measurements (i.e., 50 mV or less). The
primary rule to follow in minimizing dielectric
absorption is: Avoid PVC insulation around
conductors. PVC cable jackets are permissible
since the jackets don't contribute to the lead
capacitance because the jacket is outside the
shield. Campbell Scientific uses only
polyethylene and polypropylene insulated
conductors in CR23X sensors (see Table 13.32) since these materials have negligible
dielectric absorption. Teflon insulation is also
very good but quite expensive.
13.3.2 EFFECT OF LEAD LENGTH ON SIGNAL
RISE TIME
In the 034A Wind Vane, a potentiometer
sensor, the peak transient voltage is much less
than the true signal voltage (see Table 13.3-5).
This means the signal rise time is the major
source of error and the time constant is the
same as if Cw were between the signal lead and
ground as represented below.
FIGURE 13.3-5. Model 034A Wind Direction Sensor
FIGURE 13.3-6. Resistive Half Bridge Connected to Single-Ended CR23X Input
13-7
Ro, the source resistance, is not constant

because Rb varies from 0 to 10 kohms over the
0 to 360 degree wind direction range. The
source resistance is given by:
error =
-6
3
-9
-12
-1
360 * e ( -4 5 0* 1 0 s / ( 6* 1 0 * (3.3* 1 0 fd+ ( 4 1* 1 0 fd ft * 1 0 0 0 ft))))
Ro = Rd+(Rb(Rs-Rb+Rf)/(Rs+Rf)) =
TABLE 13.3-3. Settling Error, in Degrees, for

024A Wind Direction Sensor vs. Lead Length
Rd+(Rb(20k-Rb)/20k)
error = 66
[13.3-12]
Wind
Direction
Note that at 360 degrees, Ro is at a maximum

of 6k (Rb=10k) and at 0 degrees, Ro is 1k
(Rb=0). It follows that settling errors are less at
lower direction values.
360
270
180
90
The value of Rb for any direction D (degrees) is

given by:
Rb(kohms) = (10k)(D)/360
[13.3-13]
[13.3-14]
Equation 13.3-12, -13 and -14 can be combined

to estimate the error directly in degrees at
various directions and lead lengths (Table 13.33). Constants used in the calculations are given
below:
66
45
21
4
15
9
3
0
The values in Table 13.3-3 show that significant

error occurs at large direction values for leads
in excess of 500 feet. Instruction 4, Excite,
Delay, and Measure, should be used to
eliminate errors in these types of situations.
Using a 10 ms delay, settling errors are
eliminated up to lengths that exceed the drive
capability of the excitation channel (~ 2000 ft.).
Equation 13.3-6 can be rewritten to yield the

settling error of a rising signal directly in units of
degrees.
Error (degrees) = De-t/(Ro(Cf+CwL))
Error
L=1000 ft.
L=500 ft.
13.3.3 TRANSIENTS INDUCED BY SWITCHED

EXCITATION
Figure 13.3-6 shows a typical half bridge
resistive sensor, such as Campbell Scientific's
Model 107 Temperature Probe, connected to
the CR23X. The lead wire is a single-shielded
pair, used for conducting the excitation (Vx) and
signal (Vs) voltages. When Vx is switched on, a
transient is capacitively induced in Vs, the signal
voltage. If the peak transient level, Veo, is less
than the true signal, Vso, the transient has no
effect on the measurement. If Veo is greater
than Vso, it must settle to the correct signal
voltage to avoid errors.
Cf = 3.3nfd
Cw = 41 pfd/ft., p/n 9721 wire
t = 450s
Example calculation at 360 with 1000 ft lead:
(all variables converted to ohms, farads,
seconds, or feet)
TABLE 13.3-4. Measured Peak Excitation Transients for 1000 Foot Lengths of Lead Wires Used
by Campbell Scientific
Vx(mV)
#
9661
2000
1000
13-8
50
25
-----------------------Veo(mV) ----------------------Rf=1 kohm

Rf=10 kohm
#
#
#
#
7359
9721
9661
7359
100
65
60
40
100
60
140
90
#
9721
80
40
1) Veo ~ 50 mV, peak transient at 2 V excitation
NOTE: Excitation transients are eliminated

if excitation leads are contained in a shield
independent from the signal leads.
2) Ve ~ 2.5 V, allowable measurement error

3) t = 450 s, CR23X input settling time
The size of the peak transient is linearly related

to the excitation voltage and increases as the
bridge resistor, Rf, increases. Table 13.3-4
shows measured levels of Veo for 1000 foot
lengths of three Belden wires used in Campbell
Scientific sensors. Values are given for Rf
equal to 1 kohm and 10 kohm. Table 13.3-4 is
meant only to provide estimates of the size of
excitation transients encountered; the exact
level will depend upon the specific sensor
configuration.
4) Ro = 1 kohm, 107 probe source resistance

5) Cf = 3.3 nfd, CR23X input capacitance
6) Cw ~ 42 pfd/ft., lead wire capacitance
Solving Equation 13.3-15 gives a maximum
lead length of:
L ~ 1003 ft., error ~ 0.05C
Equation 13.3-7 can be solved for the maximum

lead length, L, permitted to maintain a specified
error limit. Combining Equations 13.3-7 and
13.3-4 and solving for L gives:
L = -(RoCf + (t/ln(Ve/Veo)))/RoCw
Setting the allowable error at 0.1C or

approximately 5 V, the maximum lead length
increases to:
L ~ 1085 ft., error ~ 0.1C
[13.3-15]
where Ve is the measurement error limit.

EXAMPLE LEAD LENGTH CALCULATION
FOR 107 TEMPERATURE SENSOR
13.3.4 SUMMARY OF SETTLING ERRORS FOR

CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC RESISTIVE
SENSORS
Table 13.3-5 summarizes the data required to
estimate the effect of lead length on settling
errors for Campbell Scientific's resistive
sensors. Comparing the transient level, Veo, to
the input range, one suspects that transient
errors are the most likely limitation for the 107
sensor. The sensors in the WVU-7 are the
same as in the Model 107 (the lead wire is
different), but the signal leads for the WVU-7
wet- and dry-bulbs are not subject to excitation
transients because they are shielded
independently from the excitation.
Assume a limit of 0.05C over a 0C to +40C

range is established for the transient settling
error. This limit is a reasonable choice since it
approximates the linearization error over that
range. The output signal from the thermistor
bridge varies nonlinearly with temperature
ranging from about 100 V/C at 0C to 50
V/C at 40C. Taking the most conservative
figure yields an error limit of Ve = 2.5 V. The
other values needed to calculate the maximum
lead length are summarized in Table 13.3-5 and
listed below:
TABLE 13.3-5. Summary of Input Settling Data For Campbell Scientific Resistive Sensors
Sensor
Model #
Belden
Wire #
107
227
237
034A
9661
9661
9661
9721
*
**
Ro
Cw
*
(kohms) (pfd/ft.) (us)
1
0.1-1
1
1-6
42
42
42
41
45
5-45
45
1-222
Input
Range(mV)
10
1000
50
5000
Vx(mV)
Veo(mV)**
2500
500
5000
5000
50
0
65
0-90
Estimated time constants are for 1000 foot lead lengths and include 3.3nfd CR23X input
capacitance.
Measured peak transients for 1000 foot lead lengths at corresponding excitation, Vx.
13-9
TABLE 13.3-6. Maximum Lead Length vs. Error for Campbell Scientific Resistive Sensors
Sensor
Model #
Error
Range
107
034A
227
237
0.05C
3
10 kohm
0C to 40C
@ 360
20k to 300k
1
2
3
5
2083
1000
Maximum
Length(ft.)
10001
3802
20003
20003
based on transient settling

based on signal rise time
limit of excitation drive
The comparatively small transient yet large

source resistance of the 034A sensor indicates
that signal rise time may be the most important
limitation. The analysis in Section 13.3.2
confirms this.
The Model 227 Soil Moisture Block has a
relatively short time constant and essentially no
transient. Lead lengths in excess of 2000 feet
produce less than a 0.1 bar (0-10 bar range)
input settling error. With this sensor, the drive
capability of the excitation channel limits the
lead length. If the capacitive load 0.1 fd and
the resistive load is negligible, Vx will oscillate
about its control point. If the capacitive load is
0.1 or less, Vx will settle to within 0.1% of its
correct value 150 s. A lead length of 2000 feet
is permitted for the Model 227 before
approaching the drive limitation.
Table 13.3-6 summarizes maximum lead lengths
for corresponding error limits in six Campbell
Scientific sensors. Since the first three sensors
are nonlinear, the voltage error, Ve, is the most
conservative value corresponding to the error
over the range shown.
MINIMIZING SETTLING ERRORS IN NONCAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC SENSORS
When long lead lengths are mandatory in
sensors configured by the user, the following
general practices can be used to minimize or
measure settling errors:
1. When measurement speed is not a prime
consideration, Instruction 4, Excite, Delay,
and Measure, can be used to insure ample
settling time for half bridge, single-ended
sensors.
2. An additional low value bridge resistor can be
added to decrease the source resistance, Ro.
For example, assume a YSI nonlinear
thermistor such as the model 44032 is used
13-10
Ve(V)
with a 30 kohm bridge resistor, Rf. A typical

configuration is shown in Figure 13.3-7A. The
disadvantage with this configuration is the high
source resistance shown in column 3 of Table
13.3-7. Adding another 1 K resistor, Rf, as
shown in Figure 13.3-7B, lowers the source
resistance of the CR23X input. This offers no
improvement over configuration A because Rf
still combines with the lead capacitance to
slow the signal response at point P. The
source resistance at point P (column 5) is
essentially the same as the input source
resistance of configuration A. Moving Rf' out
to the thermistor as shown in Figure 13.3-7C
optimizes the signal settling time because it
becomes a function of Rf and Cw only.
Columns 4 and 7 list the signal voltages as a
function of temperature using a 5000 mV
excitation for configurations A and C,
respectively. Although configuration A has a
higher output signal (5000 mV input range), it
does not yield any higher resolution than
configuration C which uses the 1000 mV
input range.
NOTE: Since Rf' attenuates the signal in
configuration B and C, one might consider
eliminating it altogether. However, its
inclusion "flattens" the non-linearity of the
thermistor, allowing more accurate curve
fitting over a broader temperature range.
3. Where possible, run excitation leads and
signal leads in separate shields to minimize
transients.
4. Avoid PVC-insulated conductors to
minimize the effect of dielectric absorption
on input settling time.
5. Use the CR23X to measure the input

settling error associated with a given
configuration. For example, assume long
leads are required but the lead capacitance,
Cw, is unknown. Configure Rf on a length
of cable similar to the measurement. Leave
the sensor end open as shown in Figure
13.3-8 and measure the result using the
same instruction parameters to be used
with the sensor. The measured deviation
from 0V is the input settling error.
6. Most Campbell Scientific sensors are
configured with a small bridge resistor, Rf,
(typically 1 kohm) to minimize the source
resistance. If the lead length of a Campbell
Scientific sensor is extended by connecting
to the pigtails directly, the effect of the lead
resistance, Rl, on the signal must be
considered. Figure 13.3-9 shows a
Campbell Scientific Model 107 sensor with
500 feet of extension lead connected
directly to the pigtails. Normally the signal
voltage is proportional to Rf/(Rs+Rb+Rf), but

when the pigtails are extended, the signal is
proportional to (Rf+Rl)/(Rs+Rb+Rf+Rl). Rl is
much smaller than the other terms in the
denominator and can be discarded. The
effect on the signal can be analyzed by
taking the ratio of the signal with extended
leads, Vsl to the normal signal, Vs:
Vsl/Vs = (Rf+Rl)/Rf
Plugging in values of Rf=1k and Rl=.012k
(500' at 23 ohms/1000', Table 13.3-2) gives
an approximate 1% error in the signal with
extended leads. Converting the error to C
gives approximately a 0.33=C error at 0C,
0.53C error at 20C, and a 0.66C error at
40C. The error can be avoided by
maintaining the pigtails on the CR23X end
of the extended leads because Rl does not
add to the bridge completion resistor, Rf,
and its influence on the thermistor
resistance is negligible.
TABLE 13.3-7. Source Resistances and Signal Levels for YSI #44032 Thermistor Configurations
Shown in Figure 13.3-7 (2V Excitation)
Rs
(kohms)
-40
-20
0
+25
+40
+60
884.6
271.2
94.98
30.00
16.15
7.60
--------A-------Ro
Vs(mV)
(kohms)
29.0
27
22.8
15.0
10.5
6.1
164
498
1200
2500
3250
3989
-----B----Ro@P
(kohms)
30.0
27.8
23.4
15.2
10.6
6.1
-------C------Ro
Vs(mV)
(kohms)
1
1
1
1
1
1
5.5
16.5
39.5
82.0
106.0
129.5
13-11
FIGURE 13.3-7. Half Bridge Configuration for YSI #44032 Thermistor Connected to CR23X
Showing: A) large source resistance,
B) large source resistance at point P, and
C) configuration optimized for input settling
13-12
CR23X
FIGURE 13.3-8. Measuring Input Settling Error with the CR23X
CR23X
FIGURE 13.3-9. Incorrect Lead Wire Extension on Model 107 Temperature Sensor
CR23X
FIGURE 13.3-8. Measuring Input Settling Error with the CR23X
13-13
CR23X
FIGURE 13.3-9. Incorrect Lead Wire Extension on Model 107 Temperature Sensor
13.4 THERMOCOUPLE MEASUREMENTS 13.4.1 ERROR ANALYSIS

A thermocouple consists of two wires, each of a
different metal or alloy, which are joined together
at each end. If the two junctions are at different
temperatures, a voltage proportional to the
difference in temperatures is induced in the wires.
When a thermocouple is used for temperature
measurement, the wires are soldered or welded
together at the measuring junction. The second
junction, which becomes the reference junction, is
formed where the other ends of the wires are
connected to the measuring device. (With the
connectors at the same temperature, the
chemical dissimilarity between the thermocouple
wire and the connector does not induce any
voltage.) When the temperature of the reference
junction is known, the temperature of the
measuring junction can be determined by
measuring the thermocouple voltage and adding
the corresponding temperature difference to the
reference temperature.
The CR23X determines thermocouple temperatures
using the following sequence. First, the temperature
of the reference junction is measured. If the
reference junction is the CR23X panel, the
temperature is measured with the built-in thermistor
(Instruction 17). The reference junction temperature
in C is stored in an input location which is accessed
by the thermocouple measurement instruction
(Instruction 13 or 14). The CR23X calculates the
voltage that a thermocouple of the type specified
would output at the reference junction temperature if
its reference junction were at 0C, and adds this
voltage to the measured thermocouple voltage. The
temperature of the measuring junction is then
calculated from a polynomial approximation of the
National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST Monograph 175) TC calibrations.
13-14
The error in the measurement of a

thermocouple temperature is the sum of the
errors in the reference junction temperature, the
thermocouple output (deviation from standards
published in NIST Monograph 175), the
thermocouple voltage measurement, and the
polynomial error (difference between NIST
standard and CR23X polynomial
approximations). The discussion of errors
which follows is limited to these errors in
calibration and measurement and does not
include errors in installation or matching the
sensor to the environment being measured.
REFERENCE JUNCTION TEMPERATURE
WITH CR23X PANEL
The CR23X panel temperature is measured
with a BetaTherm 100K6A1 thermistor mounted
under the analog input terminal strip. The
accuracy of this measurement is a combination
of the thermistors interchangeability
specification and the precision of the bridge
resistors. In a "worst case" example, all errors
add to yield a 0.3C error in the range of -10C
to +60C. Figure 13.4-1 shows the thermistors
interchangeabiity.
Any difference in temperature between the
thermistor and the actual reference junction (the
channel to which the thermocouple is attached)
will become an error in the measurement. The
terminal strip cover is designed to reduce the
gradient across the terminal strip. In field
applications, with the terminal cover installed and
the CR23X in one of Campbell Scientifics
enclosures, this error will generally be less than
0.3C.
100K6A1 Interchangeability Error (deg C)

0.5
0.45
0.4
0.35
Error (deg C)
0.3
0.25
0.2
0.15
0.1
0.05
0
-40
-30
-20
-10
10
20
25
30
40
50
60
70
80
Temperature
FIGURE 13.4-1. BetaTherm 100K6A1 Interchangeability Error

When the CR23X is subjected to large
temperature gradients or rapid temperature
changes, The reference temperature error can
be much greater. Figure 13.4-2 shows the
errors on three different channels while the
CR23X was in a chamber that had the
temperature changed from -40 to +60C in
about 12 minutes. The initial error while the
temperature is stable at -40C (-10 to 0
minutes) is largely thermistor interchangeablity
error. During the temperature change, the
differences in temperature between the input

terminals and the reference thermistor
dominate the error. Wire routing, the battery
base, and the source of the temperature
gradient can affect which channels have the
greatest error. When making thermocouple
measurements, ALWAYS USE THE
TERMINAL COVER; the above test without the
cover results in errors more than three times
worse than shown in Figure 13.4-2.
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TC Temperature Error, Channel 4 60
3.5
50
TC Temperature Error, Channel 1 40
3
2.5
TC Temperature Error, Channel 7
20
1.5
10
True TC Temperature
0
CR23X Reference Temperature
0.5
0
-10
-20
Terminal Cover Temperature
-0.5
-30
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
-5
-40
-10
-1
Time, Minutes
FIGURE 13.4-2. Thermocouple Temperature Error During Rapid Temperature Change

Base w/o Battery, Terminal Cover in Place
TABLE 13.4-1. Limits of Error for Thermocouple Wire (Reference Junction at 0C)
Limits of Error
(Whichever is greater)
Standard
Special
Thermocouple
Type
Temperature
Range C
-200 to 0
0 to 350
1.0C or 1.5%
1.0C or 0.75%
0.5C or 0.4%
0 to 750
2.2C or 0.75%
1.1C or 0.4%
-200 to 0
0 to 900
1.7C or 1.0%
1.7C or 0.5%
1.0C or 0.4%
-200 to 0
0 to 1250
2.2C or 2.0%
2.2C or 0.75%
1.1C or 0.4%
13-16
30
Temperature, Deg. C
TC Temperature Error, Deg.

C
THERMOCOUPLE LIMITS OF ERROR

The standard reference which lists
thermocouple output voltage as a function of
temperature (reference junction at 0C) is the
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Monograph 175 (1974). The American National
Standards Institute has established limits of
error on thermocouple wire which is accepted
as an industry standard (ANSI MC 96.1, 1975).
Table 13.4-1 gives the ANSI limits of error for
standard and special grade thermocouple wire
of the types accommodated by the CR23X.
When both junctions of a thermocouple are at
the same temperature, there is no voltage
produced (law of intermediate metals). A
consequence of this is that a thermocouple
cannot have an offset error; any deviation from
a standard (assuming the wires are each
homogeneous and no secondary junctions
exist) is due to a deviation in slope. In light of
this, the fixed temperature limits of error (e.g.,
1.0C for type T as opposed to the slope error
of 0.75% of the temperature) in the table above
are probably greater than one would experience
when considering temperatures in the
environmental range. In other words, the
reference junction, at 0C, is relatively close to
the temperature being measured, so the
absolute error (the product of the temperature
difference and the slope error) should be closer
to the percentage error than the fixed error.
Likewise, because thermocouple calibration
error is a slope error, accuracy can be
increased when the reference junction
temperature is close to the measurement
temperature. For the same reason, differential
temperature measurements, over a small
temperature gradient, can be extremely
accurate.
ACCURACY OF THE THERMOCOUPLE

VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT
The accuracy of a CR23X voltage
measurement is specified as 0.05% (0.025%
0 to 40C) of the full scale range being used to
make the measurement. The actual accuracy
may be better than this as it involves a slope
error (the error is proportional to the
measurement being made though limited by the
resolution). The error in the temperature due to
inaccuracy in the measurement of the
thermocouple voltage is worst at temperature
extremes, where a relatively large scale is
necessary to read the thermocouple output. For
example, assume type K (chromel-alumel)
thermocouples are used to measure
temperatures at 1000C. The TC output is on
the order of 40 mV, requiring the 50 mV input
range. The accuracy specification of 0.025%
FSR is 25 V which is a temperature error of
about 0.6C ((.00025)(100 mV)=25 V). In the
environmental temperature range with voltage
measured on an appropriate scale, error in
temperature due to the voltage measurements
is a few hundredths of a degree.
THERMOCOUPLE POLYNOMIALS: Voltage
to Temperature
NIST Monograph 175 gives high order
polynomials for computing the output voltage of
a given thermocouple type over a broad range
of temperatures. In order to speed processing
and accommodate the CR23X's math and
th
storage capabilities, 4 separate 6 order
polynomials are used to convert from volts to
temperature over the range covered by each
thermocouple type. Table 13.4-2 gives error
limits for these thermocouple polynomials.
In order to quantitatively evaluate thermocouple

error when the reference junction is not fixed at
0C, one needs limits of error for the Seebeck
coefficient (slope of thermocouple voltage vs.
temperature curve) for the various
thermocouples. Lacking this information, a
reasonable approach is to apply the percentage
errors, with perhaps 0.25% added on, to the
difference in temperature being measured by
the thermocouple.
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TABLE 13.4-2. Limits of Error on Datalogger

Thermocouple Output Linearization
(Relative to ITS-90 Standard in NIST
Monograph 175)
TC Type
Range C
87
316
400
Limits of
Error C
0.022
0.042
0.060
-200 to
87 to
316 to
-240 to -130
-130 to 479
479 to 1000
0.40
0.05
0.21
-56 to 413
413 to 1372
0.05
0.40
-150 to
92 to
92
412
0.02
0.04
50 to 1007
1007 to 1700
0.20
0.50
0 to 579
579 to 1450
0.10
0.40
0 to 972
972 to 1450
0.17
0.40
-200 to 1000
1000 to 1240
0.0075
0.01
REFERENCE JUNCTION COMPENSATION:

Temperature to Voltage
The polynomials used for reference junction
compensation (converting reference
temperature to equivalent TC output voltage) do
not cover the entire thermocouple range.
Substantial errors will result if the reference
junction temperature is outside of the
polynomial range. The ranges covered by
these polynomials include the CR23X
environmental operating range, so there is no
problem when the CR23X is used as the
reference junction. External reference junction
boxes, however, must also be within these
temperature ranges. Temperature difference
measurements made outside of the reference
temperature range should be made by obtaining
the actual temperatures referenced to a junction
within the reference temperature range and
subtracting. Table 13.4-3 gives the reference
13-18
temperature ranges covered and the limits of

error in the polynomials within these ranges.
Two sources of error arise when the reference
temperature is out of range. The most
significant error is in the calculated
compensation voltage; however, error is also
created in the temperature difference calculated
from the thermocouple output. For example,
suppose the reference temperature for a
measurement on a type T thermocouple is
300C. The compensation voltage calculated
by the CR23X corresponds to a temperature of
272.6C, a -27.4C error. The type T
thermocouple with the measuring junction at
290C and reference at 300C would output 578.7 V; using the reference temperature of
272.6C, the CR23X calculates a temperature
difference of -10.2C, a -0.2C error. The
temperature calculated by the CR23X would be
262.4C, 27.6C low.
TABLE 13.4-3. Reference Temperature
Compensation Range and Linearization
Error (Relative to ITS-90 Standard in NIST
Monograph 175)
TC Type
T
E
K
J
B
R
S
N
Range C
-100
-150
-50
-150
25
-50
-50
-100
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
100
206
100
296
80
100
100
100
Limits of
Error C
0.025
0.040
0.030
0.045
0.100
0.020
0.080
0.001
ERROR SUMMARY
The magnitude of the errors described in the
previous sections illustrate that the greatest
sources of error in a thermocouple temperature
measurement are likely to be due to the limits of
error on the thermocouple wire and in the
reference temperature determined with the
built-in thermistor. Errors in the thermocouple
and reference temperature polynomials are
extremely small, and error in the voltage
measurement is negligible.
To illustrate the relative magnitude of these
errors in the environmental range, we will take a
worst case situation where all errors are
maximum and additive. A temperature of 45C

is measured with a type T (copper-constantan)
thermocouple, using the 5 mV range. The
nominal accuracy on this range is 2.5 V
(0.05% of 5 mV), which at 45C changes the
temperature by 0.06C. The RTD is 25C but is
indicating 25.3C, and the terminal that the
thermocouple is connected to is 0.3C cooler
than the RTD.
TABLE 13.4-4. Example of Errors in
Thermocouple Temperature
Source
Error C
% of Total Error
o
1 C 1% Slope
Error Error
Reference Temp.
0.6
36.1
TC Output
ANSI
0.01 x 20C
1.0
0.2
60.1
Voltage
Measurement
0.06
3.6
7.0
Reference
Linearization
0.001
0.1
0.1
Output
Linearization
0.001
Total Error
With ANSI error
1.662
Assuming 1%
slope error
0.862
69.6
23.2
0.1
0.1
100
100
13.4.2 USE OF EXTERNAL REFERENCE

JUNCTION OR JUNCTION BOX
An external junction box is often used to
facilitate connections and to reduce the
expense of thermocouple wire when the
temperature measurements are to be made at a

distance from the CR23X. In most situations, it
is preferable to make the box the reference
junction, in which case its temperature is
measured and used as the reference for the
thermocouples; copper wires are run from the
box to the CR23X (Section 7.4). Alternatively,
the junction box can be used to couple
extension grade thermocouple wire to the
thermocouples being used for measurement,
and the CR23X panel used as the reference
junction. Extension grade thermocouple wire
has a smaller temperature range than standard
thermocouple wire, but meets the same limits of
error within that range. The only situation where
it would be necessary to use extension grade
wire instead of a external measuring junction is
where the junction box temperature is outside
the range of reference junction compensation
provided by the CR23X. This is only a factor
when using type K thermocouples, where the
upper limit of the reference compensation
linearization is 100C and the upper limit of the
extension grade wire is 200C. With the other
types of thermocouples, the reference
compensation range equals or is greater than
the extension wire range. In any case, errors
can arise if temperature gradients exist within
the junction box.
Figure 13.4-3 illustrates a typical junction box.
Terminal strips will be a different metal than the
thermocouple wire. Thus, if a temperature
gradient exists between A and A' or B and B',
the junction box will act as another
thermocouple in series, creating an error in the
voltage measured by the CR23X. This
thermoelectric offset voltage is a factor whether
or not the junction box is used for the reference.
It can be minimized by making the thermal
conduction between the two points large and
the distance small. The best solution in the
case where extension grade wire is being
connected to thermocouple wire would be to
use connectors which clamped the two wires in
contact with each other.
13-19
CR23X
FIGURE 13.4-3. Diagram of Junction Box

An external reference junction box must be
constructed so that the entire terminal area is
very close to the same temperature. This is
necessary so that a valid reference temperature
can be measured, and to avoid a thermoelectric
offset voltage which will be induced if the
terminals at which the thermocouple leads are
connected (points A and B in Figure 13.4-3) are
at different temperatures. The box should
contain elements of high thermal conductivity,
which will act to rapidly remove any thermal
gradients to which the box is subjected. It is not
necessary to design a constant temperature
box; it is desirable that the box respond slowly
to external temperature fluctuations. Radiation
shielding must be provided when a junction box
is installed in the field. Care must also be taken
that a thermal gradient is not induced by
conduction through the incoming wires. The
CR23X can be used to measure the
temperature gradients within the junction box.
13.5 BRIDGE RESISTANCE

MEASUREMENTS
There are 6 bridge measurement instructions
included in the standard CR23X software.
Figure 13.5-1 shows the circuits that would
typically be measured with these instructions.
In the diagrams, the resistors labeled Rs would
normally be the sensors and those labeled Rf
would normally be fixed resistors. Circuits other
than those diagrammed could be measured,
provided the excitation and type of
measurements were appropriate.
With the exception of Instructions 4 and 8,
which apply an excitation voltage then wait a
specified time before making a measurement,
all of the bridge measurements make one set of
measurements with the excitation as
programmed and another set of measurements
with the excitation polarity reversed. The error
13-20
in the two measurements due to thermal emfs

is then accounted for in the processing of the
measurement instruction. The excitation is
switched on 450s before the integration portion
of the measurement starts and is grounded as
soon as the integration is completed. Figure
13.5-2 shows the excitation and measurement
sequence for Instruction 6, a 4 wire full bridge.
When more than one measurement per sensor
is necessary (Instructions 7 and 9), excitation is
applied separately for each measurement. (For
example, in Instruction 9 (6 wire full bridge), the
differential measurement of the voltage drop
across the sensor is made with the excitation at
both polarities; excitation is again applied and
reversed for the measurement of the output
voltage.)
Instruction 8 applies an excitation voltage,
delays a specified time, and makes a differential
voltage measurement. If a delay of 0 is
specified, the inputs for the differential
measurement are not switched for a second
integration as is normally the case (Section
13.2). The result stored is the voltage
measured. Instruction 8 does not have as good
resolution or common mode rejection as the
ratiometric bridge measurement instructions. It
does provide a very rapid means of making
bridge measurements as well as supplying
excitation to circuitry requiring differential
measurements. This instruction does not
reverse excitation. A 1 before the excitation
channel number (1X) causes the channel to be
incremented with each repetition. The output of
Instruction 8 is simply the voltage
measurement. When 8 is used to measure a
full bridge (same connections as Instruction 6 in
Figure 13.5-1), the result is V1 which equals Vx
(R3/(R3+R4) R2/(R1+R2)). (In other words, to
make the output the same as Instruction 6, use
a factor of 1000/Vx in the multiplier.)
FIGURE 13.5-1. Circuits Used with Instructions 4-9
13-21
FIGURE 13.5-2. Excitation and Measurement Sequence for 4 Wire Full Bridge
TABLE 13.5-1. Comparison of Bridge Measurement Instructions
Instr. Circuit
Description
DC Half Bridge User entered settling time allows compensation for capacitance in long lead
lengths. No polarity reversal. One single-ended measurement. Measured
voltage output.
AC Half Bridge Rapid reversal of excitation polarity for ion depolarization. One single-ended
measurement at each excitation polarity. Ratiometric output.
4 Wire
Full Bridge
Slightly lower noise than 9. One differential measurement at each excitation

polarity. Ratiometric output.
3 Wire
Half Bridge
Compensates for lead wire resistance, assuming resistance is same in both

wires. Two single-ended measurements at each excitation polarity. Ratiometric
output.
Differential
Makes a differential measurement without reversing excitation polarity or
Measurement switching inputs. Used for fast measurements on load cells, PRTs etc.
with Excitation Resolution and common mode rejection worse than 6 if used with delay=0.
Measured voltage output.
6 Wire
Full Bridge
or 4 Wire
Half Bridge
13-22
Compensates for lead wire resistance. Two differential measurements at each

excitation polarity. Ratiometric output.
Calculating the actual resistance of a sensor

which is one of the legs of a resistive bridge
usually requires the use of one or two
Processing Instructions in addition to the bridge
measurement instruction. Instruction 59 takes
a value, X, in a specified input location and
computes the value MX/(1-X), where M is the
multiplier and stores the result in the original
location. Instruction 42 computes the reciprocal

of a value in an input location. Table 13.5-2
lists the instructions used to compute the
resistance of any single resistor shown in the
diagrams in Figure 13.5-1, provided the values
of the other resistors in the bridge circuit are
known.
TABLE 13.5-2. Calculating Resistance Values from Bridge Measurement

Instr.
4
Result
X = Vx(Rs/(Rs+Rf))
Instr.#
Multiplier;
Offset
X/Vx
Rs = Rf ________
1-X/Vx
4
59
1/Vx
Rf
1
Rf = ____________________
((X/Vx)/(1-X/Vx))/Rs
4
59
42
1/Vx
1/Rs
X
Rs = Rf _____
1-X
5
59
1
Rf
1
Rf = _____________
(X/(1-X))/Rs
5
59
42
1
1/Rs
X = Rs/(Rs+Rf)
6,8,9* X = 1000 [R3/(R3+R4)-R2/(R1+R2)]
*used for full bridge

6 or 9
8
6,8, or 9
59
42
-0.001;
1/Vx
R2 = R1(X2/(1-X2))
where X2 = X1
6 or 9
59
-0.001
R1
R3/(R3+R4)
R3 = R4(X3/(1-X3))
where X3 = X/1000 + R2/(R1+R2)
6 or 9
59
0.001
R4
R2/(R1+R2)
1
R4 = _______________
(X4/(1-X4))/R3
6 or 9
0.001
R2/(R1+R2)
59
42
1/R3
1
R1 = _______________
(X1/(1-X1))/R2
R3/(R3+R4)
1/R2
where X1 = -X/1000 + R3/(R3+R4)
where X4 = X3
7&9* X = Rs/Rf
Rs = RfX
Rf = Rs/X
* used as half bridge

7 or 9
Rf
7 or 9
1/Rs
42
0
0
13-23
13.6 RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS

REQUIRING AC EXCITATION
Some resistive sensors require AC excitation.
These include the 207 relative humidity probe,
soil moisture blocks, water conductivity sensors,
and wetness sensing grids. The use of DC
excitation with these sensors can result in
polarization, which will cause an erroneous
measurement, and may shift the calibration of
the sensor and/or lead to its rapid decay.
The AC half bridge Instruction 5 (incorporated

into the 207 relative humidity measurement
Instruction 12) reverses excitation polarity to
provide ion depolarization and, in order to
minimize the time excitation is on, grounds the
excitation as soon as the signal is integrated
(Figure 13.6-1). The slow integration time
should never be used with a sensor requiring
AC excitation because it results in the excitation
lasting about 20 times as long, allowing
polarization to affect the measurement.
FIGURE 13.6-1. AC Excitation and Measurement Sequence for AC Half Bridge
FIGURE 13.6-2. Model of Resistive Sensor with Ground Loop

13-24
INFLUENCE OF GROUND LOOP ON

MEASUREMENTS
When measuring soil moisture blocks or water
conductivity, the potential exists for a ground
loop which can adversely affect the
measurement. This ground loop arises
because the soil and water provide an alternate
path for the excitation to return to CR23X
ground, and can be represented by the model
diagrammed in Figure 13.6-2.
In Figure 13.6-2, Vx is the excitation voltage, Rf
is a fixed resistor, Rs is the sensor resistance,
and RG is the resistance between the excited
electrode and CR23X earth ground. With RG in
the network, the measured signal is:
V1 = Vx
Rs
(Rs + Rf ) + RsRf / RG
[13.6-1]
RsRf/RG is the source of error due to the ground

loop. When RG is large the equation reduces to
the ideal. The geometry of the electrodes has a
great effect on the magnitude of this error. The
Delmhorst gypsum block used in the 227 probe
has two concentric cylindrical electrodes. The
center electrode is used for excitation; because
it is encircled by the ground electrode, the path
for a ground loop through the soil is greatly
reduced. Moisture blocks which consist of two
parallel plate electrodes are particularly
susceptible to ground loop problems. Similar
considerations apply to the geometry of the
electrodes in water conductivity sensors.
The ground electrode of the conductivity or soil
moisture probe and the CR23X earth ground
form a galvanic cell, with the water/soil solution
acting as the electrolyte. If current was allowed
to flow, the resulting oxidation or reduction
would soon damage the electrode, just as if DC
excitation was used to make the measurement.
Campbell Scientific probes are built with series
capacitors in the leads to block this DC current.
In addition to preventing sensor deterioration,
the capacitors block any DC component from
affecting the measurement.
13.7 CALIBRATION PROCESS

The CR23X makes voltage measurements by
integrating the input signal for a fixed time and
then holding the integrated value for the analog
to digital (A/D) conversion. The A/D conversion
is made by a 15 bit successive approximation
using a digital to analog converter (DAC). The

result from the approximation is DAC counts,
which are multiplied by coefficients to obtain
millivolts (mV).
The CR23X has an internal calibration function
that feeds positive and negative voltages
through the amplifiers and integrator and
calculates new calibration coefficients. By
adjusting the calibration coefficients the
accuracy of the voltage measurements is
maintained over the -25 to +50C operating
range of the CR23X. Calibration is executed
under four conditions:
1. When the CR23X is powered up.
2. Automatically when Instruction 24 is not
contained in a program table.
3. When the watchdog resets the processor.
4. When the calibration instruction, Instruction
24, is executed.
AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION SEQUENCE
The primary advantage of automatic calibration
is that the CR23X is constantly calibrated
without user programming. The CR23X
defaults to automatic calibration when
Instruction 24 is not contained in a program
table.
The CR23X performs an automatic selfcalibration in background to compensate for
device changes due to aging along with more
rapid changes due to fluctuations in
environmental temperature.
The CR23X only calibrates those parameters that
are necessary for the users datalogger program.
As a result, the time required for a complete selfcalibration in background depends upon the
number of ranges selected by the user. The
CR23X performs a segment of the background
calibration every 4 seconds, and each unique
voltage input range (13 total) consists of four
segments. The background self-calibration
always contains at least nine segments because
the 5000 mV input range is calibrated and then
used for a background internal and panel
temperature measure. As an example, if the
5000 mV, 200 mV, and 50 mV input ranges
are selected in a program, then the total selfcalibration would consist of 9 + 8 = 17 segments
13-25
and would complete in background every (17

segments) * (4 sec/segment) = 68 seconds. If
a user selects all possible input range codes, with
the exception of either 60 Hz or 50 Hz rejection,
but not both, along with period averaging, the
background calibration would consist of 44 total
segments and would require (44 segments) * (4
sec / segment) = 176 seconds (2.9 minutes) to
complete in background. If this rate of update for
self-calibration is too slow, because of possible
rapid thermal fluctuations, then a user can force
a self-calibration to be done every scan with the
P24 (calibrate) instruction.
automatic calibration, there is no time constant

for the coefficients to respond in changes to
calibration. Instruction 24 calibration ensures
that the coefficients are optimum at the time
that the instruction is executed. For example,
consider a CR23X mounted under the dash of
an automobile, where temperature could easily
change 50 degrees. Temperature changes
affect the measurement circuitry which must be
compensated for by calculating new
coefficients. Each time Instruction 24 is
executed a new set of calibration coefficients is
calculated based on the measurements made
at that time.
INSTRUCTION 24 CALIBRATION
The alternative to automatic calibration is the
use of Instruction 24, the calibration instruction.
Instruction 24 implements a complete calibration
which occurs ONLY when EXECUTED by a
program table. Instruction 24 calibration is the
average of 10 calibrations, and takes
approximately 2.8 seconds to complete.
Automatic calibration is disabled when a
program is compiled that contains Instruction 24.
Instruction 24 calibration, as opposed to
automatic calibration, may be advantageous in
applications where: 1) the CR23X is exposed to
extreme thermal gradients, or 2) automatic
calibration would interfere with the desired
sampling rate, and the ambient temperature is
stable enough to allow calibration at specific
points during program execution.
Calibration coefficients are replaced each time
that Instruction 24 is executed. Unlike
13-26
Calibration at a certain point during program

execution may be advantageous for some
applications. For example, suppose Table 2 has
an execution time of 15.6 ms, but only executes
when flag 1 is set. Table 1 has a 5 minute
execution time which makes a temperature
measurement, and sets flag 1 if the temperature
exceeds a fixed value. To prevent overrun errors
which would occur in Table 2 if the automatic
calibration was used, Instruction 24 could be
executed before the temperature measurement
was made by Table 1.
Instruction 24 also has an option to store the
results of the automatic calibration in Input
Storage. This can be used to detect hardware
problems. If -99999 appears in any of the input
locations reporting calibration values, the
CR23X has a hardware problem or needs
factory calibration.
SECTION 14. INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

14.1 PROTECTION FROM THE
ENVIRONMENT
The normal environmental variables of concern
are temperature and moisture. The standard
CR23X is designed to operate reliably from -25
to +50C (-40C to +80C, optional) in
noncondensing humidity. When humidity
tolerances are exceeded, damage to IC chips,
microprocessor failure, and/or measurement
inaccuracies due to condensation on the
various PC board runners may result. Effective
humidity control is the responsibility of the user.
The CR23X is not hermetically sealed. Two half
unit packets of DESI PAK desiccant are located
by the batteries. This desiccant should, in most
cases, keep the interior components dry
between battery changes. A dry package
weighs approximately 19 grams and will absorb
a maximum of six grams of water at 40%
humidity and 11 grams at 80%. Desiccant
packets can be dried out by placing the packets
in an oven at 120C for 16 hours (desiccant
only, not the CR23X).
Campbell Scientific offers two enclosures with
back plates for housing the CR23X datalogger
and associated peripherals. The back plates
have a grid of square holes punched on one
inch centers. The black CR23X datalogger
base has four holes at the corners used to
mount the datalogger. Small rubber mounting
feet are installed in the four holes when shipped
from the factory. The four rubber feet are
removed to access the four mounting holes.
The holes are on a 6 by 8 inch spacing. An

enclosure supply kit is shipped with the
enclosures. In the supply kit, are plastic
grommets and compatible screws. Place the
grommets in appropriate square holes then
attach the datalogger base to the enclosure
back plate with the supplied screws.
The fiberglass enclosures are classified as
NEMA 4X (water-tight, dust-tight, corrosionresistant, indoor and outdoor use). A 1.25"
diameter entry/exit port is located at the bottom
of the enclosure for routing cables and wires.
The enclosure door can be fastened with the
hasp for easy access, or with the two supplied
screws for more permanent applications. The
white plastic inserts at the corners of the
enclosure must be removed to insert the
screws. Both enclosures are white for reflecting
solar radiation, thus reducing the internal
enclosure temperature.
The Model ENC 12/14 fiberglass enclosure
houses the CR23X and one or more
peripherals. Inside dimensions of the ENC
12/14 are 14"x12"x5.5", outside dimensions are
18"x13.5"x8.13" (with brackets); weight is 11.16
lbs.
The Model ENC 16/18 fiberglass enclosure
houses the CR23X and several peripherals.
Inside dimensions of the ENC 16/18 are
18"x16"x8", outside dimensions are
18"x18"x10" (with brackets); weight is 18
lbs.
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TABLE 14.8-1. Typical Current Drain for Common CR23X Peripherals
Peripheral
AM25T
AM416
COM100
COM200 Phone Modem
CSM1
MD9
RAD Modem and SC932 Interface
RF100-VHF 5 Watt Radio
RF200-UHF 4 Watt Radio
RF95 RF Modem
SDM-A04
SDM-CD16
SDM-INT8
SDM-SW8A
SM192/SM716 Storage Module
VS1
14.2 POWER REQUIREMENTS

The CR23X operates at a nominal 12 VDC.
Below 11.0 V or above 16 volts the CR23X
does not operate properly.
The CR23X is diode protected against
accidental reversal of the positive and ground
leads from the battery. Input voltages in excess
of 18 V may damage the CR23X and/or power
supply. A transzorb provides transient
protection by limiting voltage at approximately
20 V.
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Typical Current Drain (mA)

Quiescent
Active
.5
.1
.5
0.0012
.5
1.2
2.2
30
30
1.4
10.5
6.0
0.4
3
0.25
.05
1
17
1.8
140
18
80
10-15
1700
1500
30
-11/LED lit
6.5
6
3
110
System operating time for the batteries can be

determined by dividing the battery capacity (amphours) by the average system current drain. The
CR23X typically draws 2.0 mA (2.5 mA
maximum) in the quiescent state (with display
off), 7.0 mA with display on, 45 mA while
processing, and 70 mA during an analog
measurement; the length of operating time for
each datalogger instruction is listed in Section 3.
4
7
8
0
9
#
FIGURE 14.3-1. CR23X Battery Pack and Panel
14-3
14.3 CR23X POWER SUPPLIES

The CR23X is available with either alkaline or
lead acid battery options. It may also be
purchased without a battery option.
will lose approximately 35% (15 Ah - 9.8 Ahr =

5.2 Ah) of their capacity before the external
power takes over.
The amp-hour rating decreases with
temperature as shown in Table 14.3-2.
Datalogger Instruction 10 can be used to
monitor battery voltage. Replace the alkaline
cells before the CR23X battery voltage drops
below 11.0 V.
A thermal fuse in the alkaline base will allow a
current drain of 1.85 A at 20C (1.3 A at 50C).
In event of a short, the thermal fuse will cut
power after about 40 seconds.
TABLE 14.3-2. Typical Alkaline Battery
Service and Temperature
10 D-TYPE ALKALINE BATTERIES

FIGURE 14.3-1. Alkaline Battery Orientation
While the CR23X has a wide operating
temperature range (-40 TO +80C), the battery
bases have more limited operating ranges.
Exceeding these ranges will degrade battery
capacity and lifetime and could also cause
permanent damage.
14.3.1 CR23X ALKALINE BATTERY BASE
Install alkaline batteries as shown in Figure
14.3-1.
Temperature range: -25 to +50C (Table
14.3-2).
The CR23X utilizes 10 alkaline D cells. After
battery installation, the power switch on the side
of the CR23X will turn the datalogger on and off.
A fresh set of ten high-quality alkaline D cells
can be expected to have about 10 amp hours at
20C.
Voltage with ten new D cells is about 15.5 V. If
external power is connected to the CR23X with
the alkaline power supply, power will be drawn
from the source of highest voltage. In a typical
configuration using an external lead-acid
battery, the D cell voltage will discharge from
15 V to about 12 V before the lead-acid battery
starts to supply current. This means the D cells
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Temperature (oC)
20 - 50
15
10
5
0
-10
-20
-30
% of 20oC Service
100
98
94
90
86
70
50
30
NOTE: This data is based on one "D" cell

under conditions of 50 mA current drain
with a 30 ohm load. As the current drain
decreases, the percent service improves for
a given temperature.
14.3.2 CR23X LEAD ACID BATTERY BASE
Temperature range:
-40 to +60C
(Table 14.3-3).
Charging voltage:
17 to 24 VDC or
18 V RMS AC.
The CR23X includes a 12V, 7.0 amp-hour lead

acid battery, an AC transformer (18 V RMS AC),
and a temperature compensated charging
circuit with a charge indicating LED (Light
Emitting Diode). An AC transformer or solar
panel should be connected to the base at all
times. The charging source powers the CR23X
while float charging the lead acid batteries. The
internal lead acid battery powers the datalogger
if the charging source is interrupted. The lead
acid battery specifications are given in Table

14.3-3.
TABLE 14.3-3. CR23X Rechargeable Battery

and AC Transformer Specifications
The leads from the charging source connect to

a wiring terminal plug on the side of the base.
Polarity of the leads to the connector does not
matter. A transzorb provides transient
protection to the charging circuit. A sustained
input voltage in excess of 40V will cause the
transzorb to limit voltage.
Lead Acid Battery

Battery Type
Float Life @ 25oC
Capacity
Shelf Life, full charge
Charge Time (AC Source)
The red light (LED) on the base is on during

charging with 17 to 24 VDC or 18 V RMS AC.
The switch turns power to the CR23X on or off.
Battery charging still occurs when the switch is
off.
Should the lead acid batteries require
replacement, consult Figure 14.3-2 for wiring.
LEAD ACID BATTERY REPLACEMENT
6V 7AH
LEAD ACID
BATTERY
6V 7AH
LEAD ACID
BATTERY
RED
WHITE
BLACK
Operating temperature
AC Transformer
Input:
Isolated Output:
Yuasa NP7-6
3 years minimum
7.0 amp-hour
6 months
40 hr full charge,
20 hr 95% charge
-15C to 50C
charge
-20C to 60C
discharge
120 VAC, 60 Hz
18 VAC 1.11 Amp
There are inherent hazards associated with the

use of sealed lead acid batteries. Under normal
operation, lead acid batteries generate a small
amount of hydrogen gas. This gaseous byproduct is generally insignificant because the
hydrogen dissipates naturally before build-up to
an explosive level (4%) occurs. However, if the
batteries are shorted or overcharging takes
place, hydrogen gas may be generated at a rate
sufficient to create a hazard. Campbell
Scientific makes the following
recommendations:
1. A CR23X equipped with standard lead acid
batteries should NEVER be used in
applications requiring INTRINSICALLY
SAFE equipment.
FIGURE 14.3-2. Lead Acid Battery Wiring

Monitor the power supply using datalogger
Instruction 10. Users are strongly advised to
incorporate this instruction into their data
acquisition programs to keep track of the state
of the power supply. If the system voltage level
consistently decreases through time, some
element(s) of the charging system has failed.
Instruction 10 measures the voltage internal to
the CR23X, not the voltage of the lead acid
battery. The measured voltage will normally be
about 0.3 V less than the voltage at the internal
or external 12 V input. This voltage drop is on
account of a Schottkey diode. External power
sources must be disconnected from the CR23X
to measure the actual lead acid battery voltage.
2. A lead acid battery should not be housed in

a gas-tight enclosure.
14.3.3 LOW PROFILE CR23X
The low profile CR23X option is not supplied
with a battery base. See Section 14.5 and 14.6
for external power connection considerations.
14.4 SOLAR PANELS

Auxiliary photovoltaic power sources may be
used to maintain charge on lead acid batteries.
When selecting a solar panel, a rule-of-thumb is
that on a stormy overcast day the panel should
provide enough charge to meet the system
current drain (assume 10% of average annual
global radiation, kW/m2). Specific site
information, if available, could strongly influence
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the solar panel selection. For example, local

effects such as mountain shadows, fog from
valley inversion, snow, ice, leaves, birds, etc.
shading the panel should be considered.
Guidelines are available from the Solarex
Corporation for solar panel selection called
"DESIGN AIDS FOR SMALL PV POWER
SYSTEMS". It provides a method for
calculating solar panel size based on general
site location and system power requirements.
If you need help in determining your system
power requirements contact Campbell
Scientific's Marketing Department.
Connect solar panel leads to the green
connector at the side of the CR23X next to the
power switch (rechargeable base only). Polarity
does not matter.
14.5 DIRECT BATTERY CONNECTION

TO THE CR23X WIRING PANEL
For some applications, size restrictions or other
operational considerations may preclude the
use of Campbell Scientific power supply
options. In these cases the power supply may
be connected directly to the CR23X. Any clean,
battery backed 11 to 18 VDC supply may be
connected to the 12 V and G connector
terminals on the front panel. When connecting
external power to the CR23X, first, remove the
green power connector from the CR23X front
panel. Insert the positive 12 V lead into the
right-most terminal of the green connector.
Insert the ground lead in the left terminal.
Double check polarity before plugging the green
connector into the panel.
Diode protection exists so that an external
battery can be connected to the green G and
12 V power input connector, without loading or
charging the internal batteries. The CR23X will
draw current from the source with the largest
voltage. When power is connected through the
front panel, switch control on the standard
CR23X power supplies is by-passed.
14-6
14.6 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY

CONNECTIONS
14.6.1 CR23X WITH BATTERY BASE
Some vehicle testing applications use the
vehicle's 12 Volt power system as the primary
supply for a CR23X with a battery base.
However, when a vehicles starting motor is
engaged, the system voltage drops
considerably below the nominal 12 volts needed
for uninterrupted datalogger function. To
counter this problem, diodes have been placed
in the CR23X in series with the 12 V Power In
connector. This allows the battery base to
supply the needed voltage during motor start.
The diodes also prevent the separate power
systems of the CR23X and vehicle from
attempting to charge each other.
CR23X
Panel
+12V
G
FIGURE 14.6-1. Connecting Vehicle Power

Supply
If a CR23X without batteries is to be powered
from the 12 Volts of a motor vehicle, a second
12 V supply is also required at the time of
vehicle start-up. When the starting motor of a
vehicle with a 12 V electrical system is
engaged, the voltage drops considerably below
the nominal 12 V, which would cause the
CR23X to stop measurement every time the
vehicle is started. The second 12 V supply
prevents this malfunction. Figure 14.6-2 shows
the general case for connecting the two
supplies to the CR23X. The diode allows the
vehicle to power the CR23X without the second
supply attempting to power the vehicle. To
reduce the potential for ground reference errors
in measurements, the ground lead should be 16
AWG or larger.
CR23X
Panel
+12V
G
FIGURE 14.6-2. Connecting to Vehicle Power Supply
14.7 CR23X Grounding

Grounding of the CR23X and its peripheral
devices and sensors is critical in all
applications. Proper grounding will ensure the
maximum ESD (electrostatic discharge)
protection and the higher measurement
accuracy.
14.7.1 ESD PROTECTION
An ESD (electrostatic discharge) can originate
from several sources. However, the most
common, and by far potentially the most
destructive, are primary and secondary lightning
strikes. Primary lightning strikes hit the
datalogger or sensors directly. Secondary
strikes induce a voltage in power lines or sensor
wires.
The primary devices for protection against ESD
are gas-discharge tubes (GDT). All critical
inputs and outputs on the CR23X are protected
with GDTs (RS-232, CS I/O and 12 Vin do not
have GDTs). The GDTs fire at 150 V to allow
current to be diverted to the earth ground lug.
To be effective, the earth ground lug must be
properly connected to earth (chassis) ground.
As shown in Figure 14.7-1, the power ground
and signal ground are independent lines until
joined inside the CR23X.
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Tie analog signal

shields and returns to
grounds ( ) located
in analog input
terminal strips.
Tie CAO and pulse-counter returns into grounds ( ) in CAO and pulsecounter terminal strip. Large excitation return currents may also be tied
into this ground in order to minimize induced single-ended offset voltages
in half bridge measurements.
10
11
12
L
Star Ground at
Ground Lug
P4
P3
P2
P1
CAO2
CAO1
EX4
DIFF
EX3
EX1
SE
EX2
External
Power Input
CAUTION
DC ONLY
GG
On/Off
G
C8
12V
POWER IN
C7
C6
C5
C4
C3
C2
C1
16
12V
CONTROL I/O
12V
15
14
SW12
DIFF
13
POWER OUT
5V
SE
Excitation, CAO, Pulse-Counter

17 18
19 20
21 22
Grounds
(11 ) 23 12 24
9
40
Ground Plane
GROUND
LUG
Power
Grounds (G)
SW12
Control 7
A use
85 F
1. al
m
er
CS I/O
To CR23X
Electronics
5A
Thermal
Fuse
Th
s
9A u
0. al F
m
er
Th
04:REF_TEMP
+21.93
CR23X MICROLOGGER
Batteries
SDM
COMPUTER
RS232
12V
10
1.5k E20A
1.85A
Thermal Fuse
SN:
MADE IN USA
Tie 5 V, SW12, 12 V and C1-C8

returns into power grounds (G).
FIGURE 14.7-1. Schematic of CR23X Grounds

The 9-pin serial I/O ports on the CR23X are
another path for transients to enter and damage
the CR23X. Communications devices such a
telephone or short-haul modem lines should
have spark gap protection. Spark gap
protection is often an option with these
products, so it should always be requested
when ordering. The spark gaps for these
devices must be connected to either the CR23X
earth ground lug, the enclosure ground, or to
the earth (chassis) ground.
A good earth (chassis) ground will minimize
damage to the datalogger and sensors by
providing a low resistance path around the
14-8
system to a point of low potential. Campbell

Scientific recommends that all dataloggers in
use be earth (chassis) grounded. All
components of the system (dataloggers,
sensors, external power supplies, mounts,
housings, etc.) should be referenced to one
common earth (chassis) ground.
In the field, at a minimum, a proper earth
ground will consist of a 6 to 8 foot copper
sheathed grounding rod connected to the
CR23X Ground Lug with a 12 AWG wire. In low
conductive substrates, such as sand, very dry
soil, ice, or rock, a single ground rod will
probably not provide an adequate earth ground.
For these situations, consult the literature on

lightning protection or contact a qualified
lightning protection consultant. An excellent
source of information on lightning protection can
be located via the web at
http://www.polyphaser.com.
In vehicle applications, the earth ground lug
should be firmly attached to the vehicle chassis
with 12 AWG wire or larger.
In laboratory applications, locating a stable
earth ground is not always obvious. In older
buildings, new cover plates on old AC sockets
may indicate that a safety ground exists when in
fact the socket is not grounded. If a safety
ground does exist, it is good practice to verify
that it carries no current. If the integrity of the
AC power ground is in doubt, also ground the
system through the buildings, plumbing or
another connection to earth ground.
14.7.2 EFFECT OF GROUNDING ON
MEASUREMENTS: COMMON MODE RANGE
14.7.3 EFFECT OF GROUNDING ON SINGLEENDED MEASUREMENTS

Single-ended analog voltage measurements
(Instructions P1, P4, P5, P7, P11, P12, and
P13) are referenced to the CR23X ground. This
makes single-ended measurements particularly
sensitive to fluctuations in the CR23X ground
potential. The ground potential will fluctuate
proportional to how much power is being used
by, and being sourced from, the CR23X.
Peripheral devices such as multiplexers and
many sensors source power from the CR23X.
The grounding scheme in the CR23X has been
designed to minimize the effects of ground
potential fluctuations. To take advantage of this
design, observe the following grounding rule:
NOTE: Always connect a devices ground
next to the active terminal associated with
that ground.
Examples:
The common mode range is the voltage range,

relative to the CR23X ground, within which both
inputs of a differential measurement must lie in
order for the differential measurement to be
made. Common mode range for the CR23X is
5.0 V. For example, if the high side of a
differential input is at 2 V and the low side is at
0.5 V relative to CR23X ground, a measurement
made on the 5.0 V range would indicate a signal
of 1.5 V. However, if the high input changed to 6
V, the common mode range is exceeded and the
measurement may be in error.
1. Connect 5 Volt, 12 Volt, and control

grounds to G terminals.
Common mode range may be exceeded when

the CR23X is measuring the output from a
sensor which has its own grounded power
supply and the low side of the signal is
referenced to the sensors power supply ground.
If the CR23X ground and the sensor ground are
at sufficiently different potentials, the signal will
exceed the common mode range. To solve this
problem, the sensor power ground and the
CR23X ground should be connected, creating
one ground for the system.
4. Connect shield wires to the nearest

terminal on the upper or lower left terminal
blocks.
In a laboratory application, where more than

one AC socket may be used to power various
sensors, it is not safe to assume that the power
grounds are at the same potential. To be safe,
the ground of all the AC sockets in use should
be tied together with a 12 AWG wire.
2. Connect excitation grounds to the closest

terminal on the upper right CR23X
terminal block.
3. Connect the low side of single-ended
terminal on the
sensors to the nearest
upper or lower left terminal blocks.
If offset problems occur because of shield or

ground leads with large current flow, tying the
terminals next to the
problem leads into the
excitation, CAO, and pulse-counter channels
should help. Problem leads can also be tied
directly to the ground lug to minimize induced
single-ended offset voltages.
14.8 POWERING SENSORS AND

PERIPHERALS
The CR23X is a convenient source of power for
sensors and peripherals requiring a continuous
or semi-continuous 5 VDC or 12 VDC source.
The CR23X has 2 continuous 12 Volt (12V)
supply terminals, 1 switched 12 Volt (SW12)
14-9
supply terminal, and 1 continuous 5 Volt (5V)

supply terminal. Voltage on the 12V and SW12
terminals will change with the CR23X supply
voltage. The 5V terminal is regulated and will
always remain near 5 Volts (4%)so long as the
CR23X supply voltage remains above 11 Volts.
The 5V terminal is not suitable for resistive
bridge sensor excitation, however. Table 14.8-1
shows current sourcing limitations of the 12 Volt
and 5 Volt ports. Table 14.8-2 shows current
requirements for several CSI peripheral. Other
devices normally have current requirements
listed in their specifications. Current drain of all
peripherals and sensors combined should not
exceed current sourcing limits of the CR23X.
Table 14.8-1 Current Sourcing Limits
Terminals
Current Source Limit
SW12
< 900 mA @ 20C

< 729 mA @ 40C
< 600 mA @ 50C
< 567 mA @ 60C
< 400 mA @ 80C
12V + SW12
< 1.85 A @ 20C

< 1.50 A @ 40C
< 1.30 A @ 50C
< 1.17 A @ 60C
< 0.85 A @ 80C
5V + CSI/O
< 200 mA
Make certain that the primary source of power

for the CR23X can sustain the current drain for
the period of time required. Contact a CSI
applications engineer for help in determining a
power budget for applications that approach the
limits of a given power supplys capabilities. Be
particularly cautious about any application using
alkaline batteries and some form of telemetry,
applications using solar panels and cellular
telephone or radio, applications requiring long
periods of time between site visits, or
applications at extreme temperatures.
14.9 CONTROLLING POWER TO

SENSORS AND PERIPHERALS
Controlling power to an external device is a
common function of the CR23X. Whether
control is required as part of the function of a
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system function or to conserve power, the

principles of power control are the same.
Many devices can conveniently be controlled
with the SW12 (Switched 12 Volt) port on the
CR23X. Table 14.8-1 shows the current
sourcing limits of the SW12 port. Applications
requiring more control channels or greater
power sourcing capacity can usually be satisfied
with the use of Campbell Scientifics A21REL12 Four Channel Relay Driver, A6REL-12 Six
Channel Relay Driver, SDM-CD16AC 16
Channel AC/DC Relay Module, or by using the
control (C1-C8) ports as described in Section
14.9.1
14.9.1 USE OF DIGITAL I/O PORTS FOR
SWITCHING RELAYS
Each of the eight digital I/O ports can be
configured as an output port and set low or high
(0 V low, 5 V high) using I/O Instruction 20, Port
Set, or commands 41 - 68 associated with
Program Control Instructions 83 through 93. A
digital output port is normally used to operate an
external relay driver circuit because the port itself
has a limited drive capability (2.0 mA minimum
at 3.5 V).
Figure 14.9-1 shows a typical relay driver circuit
in conjunction with a coil driven relay which may
be used to switch external power to some
device. In this example, when the control port is
set high, 12 V from the datalogger passes
through the relay coil, closing the relay which
completes the power circuit to a fan, turning the
fan on.
In other applications it may be desirable to
simply switch power to a device without going
through a relay. Figure 14.9-2 illustrates a circuit
for switching external power to a device without
going through a relay. If the peripheral to be
powered draws in excess of 75 mA at room
temperature (limit of the 2N2907A medium
power transistor), the use of a relay (Figure 14.91) would be required.
Other control port activated circuits are possible
for applications with greater current/voltage
demands than shown in Figures 14.9-1 and 2.
For more information contact a Campbell
Scientific applications engineer.
FIGURE 14.9-1. Relay Driver Circuit with Relay
FIGURE 14.9-2. Power Switching without Relay
14.10 MAINTENANCE
The CR23X power supplies require a minimum
of routine maintenance.
When not in use, the rechargeable supply
should be stored in a cool, dry environment with
the AC charging circuit activated.
The alkaline supply should not drop below
11.0 V before replacement. When not in use,
remove the ten cells to eliminate potential
corrosion of contact points and store in a cool
dry place.
14.10.1 DESICCANT
The CR23X is shipped with desiccant to reduce
humidity. Desiccant should be changed
periodically. To prevent corrosion in
uncontrolled or condensing atmospheres, the
CR23X must be placed inside a weather tight
instrument enclosure with desiccant. If only
alkaline batteries are used, the enclosure may
be sealed to inhibit vapor transfer into the
enclosure. Do not seal the enclosure if lead
acid batteries are present. Hydrogen gas
generated by the batteries may build up to an
explosive concentration.
14-11
14.10.2 REPLACING THE INTERNAL BATTERY

CAUTION: Misuse of the lithium battery or
installing it improperly can cause severe
injury. Fire, explosion, and severe burn
hazard! Do not recharge, disassemble,
heat above 100C (212F), solder directly to
the cell, incinerate, nor expose contents to
water.
The CR23X must be partially disassembled to

replace the lithium cell.
The battery is replaced as shown in Figures
14.10-4 to 14.10-6. The battery is held in place
by a band clamp. It can be removed by gently
prying the band from the sides of the battery
holder.
O
SANY
The CR23X contains a lithium battery that

operates the clock and SRAM when the CR23X
is not powered. The CR23X does not draw any
power from the lithium battery while it is
powered by a 12 VDC supply. In a CR23X
stored at room temperature, the lithium battery
should last approximately 10 years (less at
temperature extremes). Where the CR23X is
powered most or all of the time the lithium cell
should last much longer.
The new cell is placed into the battery holder,

observing the polarity markings on the holder.
Replace the band clamp, ensuring that both
ends snap securely into the battery holder.
SANY
A replacement lithium battery can be purchased

from Campbell Scientific or from an Electronics
store (e.g., Radio Shack). Table 14.10-1 lists
the specifications of the battery.
FIGURE 14.10-4. Removal of CR23X back

plate and lithium battery location.
O
SANY
While powered from an external source, the

CR23X measures the voltage of the lithium
battery daily. This voltage is displayed in the
B Mode window 8 (Section 1.6) and in
response to the telecommunications Status
command (Section 5). A new battery will have
approximately 3 volts. The battery should be
replaced when the voltage drops below 2.4
volts. If the lithium cell is removed or allowed to
discharge below the safe level, the CR23X will
still operate correctly while powered. Without
the lithium battery, the clock will reset and data
will be lost when power is removed.
Table 14.10-1 CR23X Lithium Battery

Specifications
Model
Sanyo
Capacity
self discharge rate
Diameter
Length
Temperature range
Operating
Storage
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CR17335 SE (3V)
1800 mAh
1%/year @ 25C
17.0 mm
33.5 mm
-40C to 85C
-40C to 60C
FIGURE 14.10-5. Loosening of band clamp.
O
SANY
FIGURE 14.11-6. Removal of band clamp

and battery.
14-13
14-14
APPENDIX A. GLOSSARY
ASCII: Abbreviation for American Standard
Code for Information Interchange (pronounced
"askee"). A specific binary code of 128
characters represented by 7 bit binary numbers.
ASYNCHRONOUS: The transmission of data
between a transmitting and a receiving device
occurs as a series of zeros and ones. For the
data to be "read" correctly, the receiving device
must begin reading at the proper point in the
series. In asynchronous communication, this
coordination is accomplished by having each
character surrounded by one or more start and
stop bits which designate the beginning and
ending points of the information (see
Synchronous).
BAUD RATE: The speed of transmission of
information across a serial interface, expressed
in units of bits per second. For example, 9600
baud refers to bits being transmitted (or
received) from one piece of equipment to
another at a rate of 9600 bits per second.
Thus, a 7 bit ASCII character plus parity bit plus
1 stop bit (total 9 bits) would be transmitted in
9/9600 sec. = .94 ms or about 1000
characters/sec. When communicating via a
serial interface, the baud rate settings of two
pieces of equipment must match each other.
DATA POINT: A data value which is sent to
Final Storage as the result of an Output
Instruction. Strings of data points output at the
same time make up Output Arrays.
EXECUTION INTERVAL: The time interval
between initiating each execution of a given
Program Table. If the Execution Interval is
evenly divisible into 24 hours (86,400 seconds),
the Execution Interval will be synchronized with
24 hour time, so that the table is executed at
midnight and every execution interval thereafter.
The table will be executed for the first time at
the first occurrence of the Execution Interval
after compilation. If the Execution Interval does
not divide evenly into 24 hours, execution will
start on the first even second after compilation.
See Section OV4.3.1 for information on the
choice of an Execution Interval.
EXECUTION TIME: The time required to
execute an instruction or group of instructions.
If the execution time of a Program Table
exceeds the table's Execution Interval, the

Program Table will be executed less frequently
than programmed (Section OV4.3.1 and 8.9).
FINAL STORAGE: That portion of memory
allocated for storing Output Arrays. Final
Storage may be viewed as a ring memory, with
the newest data being written over the oldest.
Data in Final Storage may be displayed using
7
Mode or sent to various peripherals
the
(Sections 2, 3, and OV4.1).
GARBAGE: The refuse of the data
communication world. When data are sent or
received incorrectly (and there are numerous
reasons this happens) a string of invalid,
meaningless characters (garbage) results. Two
common causes are: 1) a baud rate mismatch
and 2) synchronous data being sent to an
asynchronous device and vice versa.
HANDSHAKE, HANDSHAKING: The
exchange of predetermined information
between two devices to assure each that it is
connected to the other. When not used as a
clock line, the CLK/HS (pin 7) line in the CR23X
is primarily used to detect the presence or
absence of peripherals such as the Storage
Module.
HIGH RESOLUTION: A high resolution data
value has 5 significant digits and may range in
magnitude from +.00001 to +99999. A high
resolution data value requires 2 Final Storage
locations (4 bytes). All Input and Intermediate
Storage locations are high resolution. Output to
Final Storage defaults to low resolution; high
resolution output must be specified by
Instruction 78.
INDEXED INPUT LOCATION: An Input
location entered as an instruction parameter
may be indexed by keying "C" before it is
entered by keying "A"; two dashes (--) will
appear at the right of the display. Within a loop
(Instruction 87, Section 12), this will cause the
location to be incremented with each pass
through the loop. Indexing is also used with
Instruction 75 to cause an Input location, which
normally remains constant, to be incremented
with each repetition.
A-1
INPUT STORAGE: That portion of memory

allocated for the storage of results of Input and
Processing Instructions. The values in Input
Storage can be displayed and altered in the
6
Mode.
INPUT/OUTPUT INSTRUCTIONS: Used to
initiate measurements and store the results in
Input Storage or to set or read Control/Logic
Ports.
INSTRUCTION LOCATION NUMBER: As
instructions are entered in a Program Table,
they are numbered sequentially. The instruction
location number gives the location of that
instruction in the program sequence. When
programming a table, the instruction location
number and a P (e.g., 04: P00) prompts the
user when it is time to enter an instruction.
INTERMEDIATE STORAGE: That portion of
memory allocated for the storage of results of
intermediate calculations necessary for
operations such as averages or standard
deviations. Intermediate storage is not
accessible to the user.
LOOP: In a program, a series of instructions
which are repeated a prescribed number of
times, followed by an "end" instruction which
exists the program from the loop.
LOOP COUNTER: Increments by 1 with each
pass through a loop.
LOW RESOLUTION: The default output
resolution. A low resolution data value has 4
significant decimal digits and may range in
magnitude from +0.001 to +6999. A low
resolution data value requires 1 Final Storage
location (2 bytes).
MANUALLY INITIATED: Initiated by the user,
usually with a keyboard, as opposed to
occurring under program control.
MODEM/TERMINAL: Any device which: 1)
has the ability to raise the CR23X's ring line or
be used with the SC32A to raise the ring line
and put the CR23X in the Telecommunications
Command State and 2) has an asynchronous
serial communication port which can be
configured to communicate with the CR23X.
ON-LINE DATA TRANSFER: Routine transfer
of data to a peripheral left on-site. Transfer is
controlled by the program entered in the
datalogger.
A-2
OUTPUT ARRAY: A string of data points

output to Final Storage. Output occurs only
when the Output Flag (Flag 0) is set. The first
point of an Output Array is the Output Array ID,
which gives the Program Table Number and the
Instruction Location Number of the Instruction
which sets the Output Flag. The data points
which complete the Array are the result of the
Output Processing Instructions which are
executed while the Output Flag is set. The
Array ends when the Output Flag is reset at the
end of the table or when another Instruction
acts upon the Output Flag. Output occurs only
when the output flag is set. (Section 2.1)
OUTPUT INTERVAL: The time interval
between initiations of a particular Output Array.
Output occurs only when the Output Flag is set.
The flag may be set at fixed intervals or in
response to certain conditions (Sections OV4
and 1.2.1).
OUTPUT PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS:
Process data values and generate Output
Arrays. Examples of Output Processing
Instructions include Totalize, Maximize,
Minimize, Average, etc. The data sources for
these Instructions are values in Input Storage.
The results of intermediate calculations are
stored in Intermediate Storage. The ultimate
destination of data generated by Output
Processing Instructions is usually Final Storage
but may be Input Storage for further processing.
The transfer of processed summaries to Final
Storage takes place when the Output Flag has
been set by a Program Control Instruction.
PARAMETER: Used in conjunction with
CR23X Program Instructions, parameters are
numbers or codes which are entered to specify
exactly what a given instruction is to do. Once
the instruction number has been entered in a
Program Table, the CR23X will prompt for the
parameters by displaying the parameter number
in the ID Field of the display.
PRINT DEVICE: Any device capable of
receiving output over pin 6 (the PE line) in a
receive-only mode. Printers, "dumb" terminals,
and computers in a terminal mode fall in this
category.
PRINT PERIPHERAL: See Print Device.

PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS: These
Instructions allow the user to further process
input data values and return the result to Input
Storage where it can be accessed for output
processing. Arithmetic and transcendental
functions are included in these Instructions.
PROGRAM CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS:
Used to modify the sequence of execution of
Instructions contained in Program Tables; also
used to set or clear flags.
PROGRAM TABLE: That portion of memory
allocated for storing programs consisting of a
sequence of user instructions which control
data acquisition, processing, and output to Final
Storage. Programming can be separated into 2
tables, each having its own user-entered
Execution Interval. A third table is available for
programming subroutines which may be called
1
by instructions in Tables 1 or 2. The
2
and
Modes are used to access Tables 1
3
Mode is used to access
and 2. The
Subroutine Table 3. The length of the tables is
constrained only by the total memory available
for programming (Section 1.5). Tables 1 and 2
have independent execution intervals. Table 1
execution has the higher priority; it may interrupt
Table 2.
RING LINE (PIN 3): Line pulled high by an
external device to "awaken" the CR23X.
SAMPLE RATE: The rate at which
measurements are made. The measurement
sample rate is primarily of interest when
considering the effect of time skew (i.e., how
close in time are a series of measurements).
The maximum sample rates are the rates at
which measurements are made when initiated
by a single instruction with multiple repetitions.
SIGNATURE: A number which is a function of

the data and the sequence of data in memory.
It is derived using an algorithm which assures a
99.998% probability that if either the data or its
sequence changes, the signature changes.
SYNCHRONOUS: The transmission of data
between a transmitting and receiving device
occurs as a series of zeros and ones. For the
data to be "read" correctly, the receiving device
must begin reading at the proper point in the
series. In synchronous communication, this
coordination is accomplished by synchronizing
the transmitting and receiving devices to a
common clock signal (see Asynchronous).
TABLE OVERRUNS: Skipped scans occurring
when the CR23X program is too long for the
execution interval. Table overruns can cause
errors in pulse measurements.
THROUGHPUT: The throughput rate is the
rate at which a measurement can be made,
scaled to engineering units, and the reading
stored in Final Storage. The CR23X has the
ability to scan sensors at a rate exceeding the
throughput rate (see SAMPLE RATE). The
primary factor affecting throughput rate is the
amount of processing specified by the user. In
normal operation, all processing called for by an
instruction must be completed before moving on
the next instruction. The maximum throughput
rate for a fast single-ended measurement is
approximately 192 measurements per second
(12 measurements, repeated 16 times per
second). This rate is possible if the CR23X's
self-calibration function is suspended (this is
accomplished by entering Instruction 24 into
Program Table 2 while leaving the Execution
Interval 0 so Program Table 2 never
executes).
When the self-calibration function is operating,
the maximum throughput rate for a fast, singleended measurement is 192 measurements per
second (12 measurements, 16 times per
second).
A-3
A-4
APPENDIX B. CR23X CONTROL PORT SERIAL I/O INSTRUCTION 15

B.1 SPECIFICATIONS
FUNCTION
Send/receive full duplex serial data through the
CR23X control ports and Computer RS-232
9-pin serial port. Received serial data can be
buffered. This prevents data from being lost
from sensors that output data without hardware
of software command prompting from the
datalogger. Received data can also have
simple ASCII filters applied to locate the
beginning of the actual data set. This is
especially useful when reading data from serial
sensors such as Global Positioning System
(GPS) Receivers.
NOTE: When the CR23X RS-232 9-Pin
port is used to read serial data from a
sensor (i.e., P15 parameter 4 = 9),
connection to a PC for normal PC208W
communications is no longer available. To
re-establish PC communications on the
CR23X RS-232
9-pin port P15 parameter 4 must be set to a
value other than 9 or P15 must be removed
entirely from the program. The program
must be re-compiled with these changes to
have normal communications on the
CR23X 9-pin RS-232 port.
INPUT
Data sent by the sensor can be ASCII data
values, hexadecimal pairs in ASCII
representation, or decimal encoded binary bytes
(Section B3, Parameter 2).
HANDSHAKE CONTROL LINES

(applies to control ports only)
REQUEST TO SEND or DATA TERMINAL
READY (RTS/DTR)
The CR23X signals the sensor that it is ready to
send or receive data. This line is always asserted
at the start of the instruction when parameter 4,
digit A is greater than zero. If no output is
specified then the line acts like RTS and remains
asserted until all input is received. If output is
specified, the line acts like DTR, asserted during
output (Section B3, Parameter 4).
CLEAR-TO-SEND (CTS)
The sensor signals the CR23X that it is ready to
receive the preamble or data (Section B3,
Parameters 3 and 9).
LOGIC LEVELS
RS-232 - Logical 1 is low voltage. RTS/DTR
asserted is high voltage.
TTL
- Logical 1 is high voltage. RTS/DTR
asserted is low voltage.
PARITY AND STOP BITS
RECEIVE
- ASCII and Hexadecimal Pairs in ASCII
Representation:
1 start bit, 8 data bits, no parity,
1 stop bit 8th bit ignored
- Binary to decimal equivalent:
1 start bit, 8 data bits, no parity,
1 stop bit
OUTPUT
TRANSMIT
Output can be a preamble set of commands to

the sensor or data from the CR23X's input
locations (Section B3, Parameter 6).
1 start bit, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
BAUD RATES
Control ports (C5,C6,C7,C8 ONLY):
300, 1200, 2400, 4800
9-pin RS-232 Port on CR23X:
300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400,
76800
B.2 SELECTED OPERATING DETAILS

Standard RS-232 logic levels range from 3 to 25
volts and -3 to -25 volts. The 9-pin RS-232 Port
on the CR23X will support this range of logic
levels. The maximum and minimum input to
CR23X control ports is 5 and 0 volts,
respectively. Inputs exceeding these limits
may damage the CR23X. Figure B1 gives a
circuit which may be used to limit voltage levels
to 0 to 5 volts. Each input (data and
handshake) that is out of the 0 to 5 volt range
requires one of these circuits, or equivalent.
B-1
APPENDIX B. CONTROL PORT SERIAL I/O INSTRUCTION 15
CR23X
FIGURE B-1. Circuit To Limit Input to 0 to 5 Volts
B.3 INSTRUCTION 15 AND

PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS
PAR.
NO.
DATA
TYPE DESCRIPTION
01:
02:
03:
2
2
4
04:
05:
06:
2
4
4
07:
08:
09:
10:
11:
12:
4
FP
FP
Repetitions
Configuration code (xy)
CTS / Delay before send
0 = Wait for Clear to Send
>0 = delay (.01 secs)
Control ports (AB)
Output start Loc
Number of locations to send
0 = send nothing
xxxx = locations; preamble
xxxx-- = locations; data
Input termination character
(0..255)
Maximum number of input
characters
Delay for CTS and/or
Input (.01 secs)
Input start location
Multiplier
Offset
INPUT LOCATIONS ALTERED determined by input

INTERMEDIATE LOCATIONS USED preamble
size/4 + 1
EXECUTION TIME
If Parameters 3 and 6 are zero (0), maximum
execution time is Parameter 9 times 0.01
seconds (input time out).
If Parameter 3 is 0 and 6 is not 0, maximum
time is Parameter 9 times 0.01 secs times 2
(CTS and input time outs).
B-2
If Parameter 8 is 0 (no input), maximum time is

Parameter 3 times .01 secs, or Parameter 9
times .01 secs if Parameter 3 = 0.
Add [10 bits/X bits/second] per byte output
X can equal 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,
38400, 76800
NOTE: Times are shorter if CTS and/or data
input is done before Parameter 9 time out.
PARAMETER 1 - REPETITIONS
Parameter 1 specifies the number of sensors
that can be read using the same Instruction 15
parameter configuration. For example, a REP
of 3 is used for 3 identical sensors or 3 sensors
that are satisfied by the same parameter
configuration. Instruction 15 must be entered
separately for each sensor or group of sensors
requiring a different configuration. A maximum
of either 2 or 4 repetitions are possible
depending on the configuration.
The CR23X sequentially increments sets of
control ports and input locations with each
repetition. The number of control ports used for
each repetition (2, 3 or 4) depends on whether
data is to be output and/or input, and the
number of lines used to control the timing
(Refer to Section B4, "Control Port
Configurations and Sensor Wiring").
The starting output location specified in
Parameter 5 is used for all repetitions.
PARAMETER 2 - CONFIGURATION CODE
The configuration code is a two-digit number
specifying the input format, logic level, baud
rate, buffering option, and optional decimal
delimiter. Index (--) this parameter to indicate
that you do not want to buffer received data.
Configuration Code
is converted to
The configuration code is a two digit parameter in the

form of XY, which specifies the input and output
format. For detailed information about the
configurations, see Configuration Codes Description.
-123.456, 1000.0, 0.0, 2333.0 and 0.0001
X
0
1
2
3
4
5
Description
RS-232 ASCII
RS-232 ASCII Hex pair
RS-232 Binary
TTL ASCII
TTL ASCII Hex pair
TTL Binary
Y
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Description
300 baud
1200 baud
2400 baud
4800 baud
9600 baud*
19200 baud*
38400 baud*
76800 baud*
*CSI 9-Pin RS-232 Port Only

NOTE: Instruction 15 control port
configurations can only allow combinations
of 1200 and 2400 baud when used with 300
baud in the same datalogger program. The
baud rate of 4800 cannot be used with 300
baud. Combinations of 1200, 2400, and
4800 baud are allowed.
ASCII
This option causes the CR23X to receive and
decode an ASCII string of numbers into one or
more data values. Data are assumed to consist
of an optional sign ("+" or "-") followed by digits
and an optional decimal point. Any other
character that is not the termination character
(Parameter 7) is assumed to be a delimiter
between data values; however, the decimal
point itself can be configured as a delimiter by a
6X or 7X configuration code enabling user to
read higher resolution sensor data. Any digits
before a "+" or "-" are discarded. The data is
input assuming 1 start bit, 8 data bits, no parity
and 1 stop bit, with the 8th (parity) bit ignored.
All 8 bits are checked for the terminator
character (Parameter 7).
Example: The input string
and placed in input locations starting at the

location specified in Parameter 10. The
termination character is "*" (ASCII equivalent
42).
Scientific notation is not valid. The string
"+1.23E-12" is converted into two numbers:
1.23 and -12.0. The "E" is interpreted as a data
point delimiter.
Hexadecimal Pairs in ASCII Representation
This option decodes ASCII representation of
hexadecimal code into decimal values. The
value from each pair is stored in separate input
locations starting with the location specified in
Parameter 10. The data is input assuming 1
start bit, 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit,
with the 8th (parity) bit ignored. All 8 bits are
checked for the terminator character
(Parameter 7).
Example: The input string
"7F7E0A0B0C1E<cr><lf>"
is translated into
127, 126, 10, 11, 12, 30.
The pair "7F" is equal to 7*16+15 = 112 + 15 =
127. Any character with a decimal value below
48 (ASCII character 0) terminates the string.
<cr> terminates the string in this example.
Binary to Decimal Equivalent
This option receives and converts each 8 bit
byte to its decimal equivalent (0-255). The data
is input assuming 8 data bits, no parity and 1
stop bit.
Example: The ASCII input string
"7F7E0A0B0C1E<cr><lf>"
is translated into
55, 70, 55, 69, 48, 65, 48, 66, 48, 67, 49,
69, 13, 10
and stored in successive input locations. Note
this is the only option that does not discard the
8th (parity) bit.
"-123.456,+1000,0000,2333,.0001*"
B-3
PARAMETER 3 - CTS / DELAY BEFORE SEND

(applies to control port configuration only)
If Parameter 3 is zero (0), the CR23X waits for
the Clear To Send to come high before sending
output. If Clear To Send does not come high
within the time specified in Parameter 9, output
does not occur and -99999 is placed in the Input
Memory Location specified in Parameter 10.
PARAMETER 6 - NUMBER OF LOCATIONS TO

SEND; PREAMBLE OR DATA
Parameter 6 specifies the number of input
locations to send. A "--" following the number
indicates that the datalogger needs to convert
the values to ASCII. Entering only the number
of input locations (i.e., no "--") implies that the
values are in ASCII decimal equivalent code.
A "0" in Parameter 6 means to send nothing.
If Parameter 3 is non-zero, this parameter

specifies the length of a delay in units of 0.01
seconds between asserting Request To Send
and sending output. A CTS line is not used.
PARAMETER 4 - CONTROL PORT
CONFIGURATION
A two-digit parameter (AB) indicates the control
port(s) that will be used by the first repetition
(A+1 and/or B+1 may also be used depending
on the P15 CONFIGURATION selected).
Control Ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 support hardware
flow control (DTR/RTS and CTS lines). Control
ports 5, 6, 7, and 8 support transmit and receive
(TXD and RXD) data lines.
A is the control port used for DTR/CTS:
0
Don't use DTR/RTS and CTS
1
Control Port 1
2
Control Port 2
3
Control Port 3
4
Control Port 4
B is the control port used for TXD/RXD:
5
Control Port 5
6
Control Port 6
7
Control Port 7
8
Control Port 8
9
CR23X RS-232 Port
Example: An entry of 15 specifies Port 1 for

DTR and Port 5 for either RXD using
CONFIGURATION 1.
More information on control ports is given in
Section B4, Control Port Configuration and
Sensor Wiring.
PARAMETER 5 - OUTPUT START LOCATION
Parameter 5 specifies the first input location
containing data to be sent, if any.
B-4
If outputting a preamble or command

characters to a sensor, the characters must be
in the ASCII decimal equivalent code (Appendix
E). The preamble is stored in sequential input
locations with one ASCII decimal equivalent
code (0 to 127) in each location. The CR23X
sends the preamble one ASCII character per
input location. The decimal codes may be
loaded into input locations using Instruction 30.
Any negative value indicates that a "BREAK"
should be sent. A "BREAK" is a spacing
condition of more than 150 milliseconds.
If the number of locations to send is followed by
"--", the CR23X sends an ASCII representation
of the value in the input location. Seven ASCII
characters are sent for each input location
(+ or -, five digits, and a decimal point). This
feature is used most often when outputting data
to another CR23X. Data points are separated
by a space, and the string is terminated with a
Carriage Return and Line Feed.
The data are transmitted with 1 start bit, 8 data
bits, no parity, and one stop bit. For sensors
requiring 7 data bits with 2 stop bits, add 128 to
the last input location.
PARAMETER 7 - INPUT TERMINATION
CHARACTER
The termination character is used to mark the
end of the ASCII string received by the CR23X.
Regardless of the configuration code, all 8 bits
are used in determining the termination
character. Thus, if the sensor is sending parity,
it may be necessary to add 128 to the decimal
value of the character.
If the termination character IS NOT
encountered, input will continue until time out
(Parameter 9) or until the maximum number of
characters (Parameter 8) is received.
Characters received following the termination

character are discarded.
PARAMETER 8 - MAXIMUM NUMBER OF
CHARACTERS TO RECEIVE
Parameter 8 defines the total number of
characters to expect per input, including
numeric, non-numeric, polarity, decimal, space,
and carriage return characters. For proper
operation of the (ring) buffer pointer, you should
specify the number of characters expected + 1.
When the number of characters specified has
been reached, any additional characters are
discarded as if the termination character had
been received.
Parameter 8 should be 0 if no input is expected.
PARAMETER 9 - DELAY FOR CLEAR-TO-SEND
OR SERIAL INPUT
Parameter 9 is a 4 digit number that specifies a
time out delay in units of 0.01 seconds. The
CTS time out only applies to control port option
7. The time out specifies one of the following:
The amount of time to wait for the CTS port

to come high (Parameter 3=0 and
Parameter 6>0). If the delay lapses, -99999
is stored in the input location specified by
Parameter 10 and no data is output.
The amount of time to wait for serial input
(Parameter 8>0). If the delay lapses and
some characters have been received, it
acts like a termination character. If no
characters have been received, a -99999 is
stored to indicate a fault in communication.
Both of the above (Parameter 3=0 and
Parameter 6>0 and Parameter 8>0).
If output and input are completed before the

end of the delay, program execution
immediately advances to the next instruction.
Thus, the delay may be over estimated without
slowing down table execution.
If the delay expires, CR23X execution passes
on to the next instruction.
The maximum delay is 99.99 seconds. If a
longer delay is required, enter (-1) in Parameter
9. Under this condition, the program execution
passes to the next instruction only when one of

the other completion conditions (Parameters 7
or 8) are met. Consideration should be given to
the power supply and current drain (45 mA)
when completion of Instruction 15 is delayed for
an extended period.
PARAMETER 10 - INPUT LOCATION
This parameter defines the location in the
CR23X's Input Storage where the first received
data value is stored. Multiple data values are
stored in sequential input locations starting with
the location specified by Parameter 10.
PARAMETERS 11 AND 12 - MULTIPLIER AND
OFFSET
The data received by the CR23X can be scaled
using the multiplier and offset parameters. A
multiplier of 1 and offset of 0 are required to
preserve the data in the same form that it was
received.
B.4 CONTROL PORT CONFIGURATIONS

AND SENSOR WIRING
The table below lists all possible input/output
configurations.
Glossary:
DTR
RTS
TXD
CTS
RXD
Data Terminal Ready

Request to Send
Transmit Data
Clear to Send
Receive Data
Output (5V)
Output (5V)
Output
Input
Input
DTR/RTS are the same control port and are

asserted high (5V) when digit A of Parameter 4
is greater than zero.
CONFIGURATION 1
Serial data are received as input only by the
CR23X. No data or preamble are transmitted
as output; the CTS line is not used. Parameter
6 must be 0 and Parameter 8 must be greater
than zero. Parameter 4 is a 2-digit parameter
(AB) and specifies the control port used for RTS
output (A=1,2,3 or 4) and also the control port
used as the serial input line (B=5,6,7 or 8).
RTS in this example, when asserted (5V) tells
the sensor that the CR23X is ready to accept
characters. A total of 2 control ports are being
used per repetition. A maximum of 4 repetitions
can be used in this configuration.
B-5
TABLE B-1. Input/Output Configurations
1
2
3
4
5
Configuration
Number
Parameters
6
8
DTR,RX
DTR,TX
DTR,CTS,TX
DTR,TX, RX
DTR,CTS,TX,RX
x
nz
0
nz
0
0
nz
nz
nz
nz
DTR/RTS
nz
0
0
nz
nz
A
A
A
A
A
RTS/DTR = Request to Send

/Data Terminal Ready
CTS = Clear to Send
x = don't care
A = control port to use for DTR/RTS and CTS
Port Function
CTS
TXD
RXD
Ports
Used
nc
nc
A+1
nc
A+1
B
nc
B+1
B+1
B+1
2
2
3
3
4
TXD
RXD
nz
nc
B
=
=
=
=
=
nc
B
B
B
B
serial output
serial input
non-zero number
not connected
control port to use for TXD and RXD
Parameter 3 = CTS/Delay before send

Parameter 6 = Number of Locations to Send
Parameter 8 = Maximum number of characters to receive
A and B are incremented by the number of "Ports Used" for each repetition.
CONFIGURATION 2
Serial data are transmitted from the CR23X
without using the CTS line. There is no receive
data input in this configuration. Parameters 3
and 6 must be greater than zero and Parameter
8 must be zero. Parameter 4 is a 2-digit
parameter (AB) and specifies the control port
used for the DTR output line (A = 1, 2, 3 or 4)
and also the control port used for the serial
output line (B = 5, 6, 7 or 8). When DTR output
is asserted (5V), the CR23X is telling the sensor
that it is getting ready to transmit characters
immediately. A total of 2 control ports are being
CONFIGURATION 3
Serial data are transmitted from the CR23X with
the aid of the CTS Line. There is no received
data input line used. Parameters 3 and 8 must
be zero and Parameter 6 must be greater than
zero. When DTR is asserted (5V) the CR23X is
telling the sensor that it is getting ready to
transmit characters immediately but it first
checks the state of CTS. If the CTS input line is
low (0V) then the Datalogger will not transmit
characters to the sensor. Data are transmitted
immediately after the delay in specified in
Parameter 3. Parameter 4 is a 2-digit
used for the DTR line (A = 1, 2, 3 or 4) and also
B-6
the control port used for the serial output line

(B = 5, 6, 7 or 8). A total of 3 control ports are
being used per repetition. A maximum of 2
repetitions can be used in this configuration.
CONFIGURATION 4
Serial data are transmitted and received by the
CR23X. The CTS line is not used. Parameters
3, 6 and 8 must be greater than zero.
Parameter 4 is a 2-digit parameter (AB) and
specifies the control port used for the RTS line
(A = 1, 2, 3 or 4) and also the starting control
port used for the serial output and serial input
pairs (B = 5 and 6 or 7 and 8). Control ports 6
and 7 (TX/RX pairs) can also be used but this
limits the repetitions to 1. RTS output in this
example, when asserted (5V), tells the sensor
that the CR23X is ready to receive characters.
Data are transmitted immediately after the delay
in specified in Parameter 3. A total of 3 control
ports are being used per repetition. A
maximum of 2 repetitions can be used in this
configuration.
CONFIGURATION 5
Serial data are transmitted and received by the
CR23X. The CTS line is used. Parameter 3
must be zero while Parameters 6 and 8 must be
greater than zero. Parameter 4 is a 2-digit
used for the RTS output and CTS input line pair
(A = 1 and 2 or 3 and 4). The starting control

port used for the serial output and serial input
pairs is specified as the second digit (B = 5 and
6 or 7 and 8). Control ports 2 and 3 (RTS/CTS)
and 6 and 7 (TX/RX) pairs can also be used but
this limits the repetitions to 1. RTS output in
this example, when asserted (5V), tells the
sensor that the CR23X is ready to receive
characters. The CR23X will not transmit
characters unless it sees the CTS input line
high (5V). A total of 4 control ports are being
B.5 RS-232 SERIAL DATA

CONFIGURATION AND DATA
BUFFERING
B.5.1 DATA INPUT VIA RS-232 9-PIN
CONNECTOR
Serial data can be received through the CR23X
9-pin RS-232 port rather than through control
ports C5 - C8 if you select for parameter 4 the
single-digit option code of 9. The advantages
of using the RS-232 port:
a. you can read in higher baud rate data

streams from 9600 to 76800 baud (300 to
4800 also supported)
b. it allows RS-232 level sensors to be
connected to the port without additional
clamping circuitry
c.
it provides optical isolation which can

improve data integrity probability (P15
contains no error checking algorithms).
The RS-232 port is configured as a Data

Communications Equipment (DCE) device. The
original intention of this port was to provide
direct connection to a PC serial port which is
normally a Data Terminal Device or DTE. Since
most serial sensors are also configured as a
DCE device a null modem interface will be
required. This can be accomplished through a
simple cable as shown below or purchased
from a local computer store.
Null Modem Connection Example

9-pin D to 9 pin D
SIGNAL
RXD
TXD
DTR
GND
DTR
RTS
CTS
PIN No.
2
to
3
to
4
to
5
to
6
to
7
to
8
to
PIN No.
3
2
6
5
4
8
7
25 pin D to 9 pin D
SIGNAL
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
SG
DTR
25 PIN No.
2
to
3
to
4
to
5
to
6
to
7
to
20
to
9 PIN No.
RXD 2
TXD 3
CTS 8
RTS 7
DTR 4
SG 5
DSR 6
GND (SG)
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DSR
DCD
DTR
- Ground (Signal GND)

- Transmit Data
- Receive Data
- Request to send
- Clear to send
- Data Send Ready
- Carrier Detect
- Data Terminal Ready
Null Modem Signal Connections

Connector 1 to
Connector 2
B-7
DTR
DSR/DCD
RTS
CTS
TXD
RXD
GND
DSR/DCD
DTR
CTS
RTS
RXD
TXD
GND
B.5.2 DATA BUFFERING

Since P15 is executed in a program table at
fixed intervals (i.e. 60 seconds), it is possible to
miss data transmitted from a sensor if the
sensor outputs data automatically at a different
interval (i.e., 10 seconds). P15 will support
buffering of this data up to the maximum
number of characters specified in parameter 8
minus 1 data byte. For example: if your
application requires that 15 data bytes be
buffered, make Parameter 8 equal to 16. If
parameter 2 is indexed (--) no data buffering will
occur.
B.6 INPUT DATA FILTERS.

P15 supports search filters strings that can be
applied to a received data set. It is typically
used locate the beginning of the desired data
set. Multiple filters can be applied if the data is
imbedded in a long string. To implement a filter
string follow P15 immediately with either
instructions P63 or P68 (both of which are
extended parameter instructions). Multiple use
of these instructions can be used if the search
string is longer than 8 characters. Separate
different types of filter strings with a null
character (00). Once the first string has been
found and the data decoded and loaded into
input locations the next sequential string loaded
into P63 or P68 (after the 00) will be used for
any other incoming data. If the filter string is not
found -99999 will be stored in the input location.
Once the last string has been found and the
data decoded and loaded into input locations,
the first string loaded will be used again.
Enter the actual filter/search string by keying the
decimal equivalent of the ASCII character (see
Appendix E. of the CR23X Operators Manual).
Example: GPS receiver program
A common application with P15 is to read in
data from a GPS receiver. The GPS receivers
typically have a defined serial output protocol
called NMEA 0183. NMEA 0183 is an interface
protocol created by the National Marine
Electronics Association (http://www.nmea.org/).
The NMEA 0183 Standard defines electrical
B-8
signal requirements, data transmission protocol,

timing and specific sentence formats for a 4800
baud serial data bus.
The primary advantage of this data string when
used with P15 is that data is separated with
commas. Since P15 only interprets and decodes
numerical values the commas are treated as data
delimeters resulting in each navigation value
residing in a unique input location.
Two common message strings that come out of
GPS receivers are the GGA and VTG
messages. The GGA message includes time,
position and fix related data for the GPS
receiver. The VTG message conveys the
actual track made good and the speed relative
to the ground. Example are listed below.
EXAMPLES:
GGA Position String - 63 characters
including CRLF
$GPGGA,174548,4146.008,N,11151.240,W,1,6
,001.9,1113,M,-017,M,,*40CRLF
Field
1.
2.
Data
$GPGGA
174548
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
4146.008
N
11151.240
W
1
8.
9.
6
001.9
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
1113
M
-017
M
*40
CRLF
Description
message identification
UTC of position (i.e.,
Greenwich mean Time)
Latitude
N (North) or S (South)
Longitude
W (West) or E (East)
GPS Quality Indicator:
0=No GPS Available,
1=GPS Available,
2=DGPS
Number of Satellites in use
Horizontal Dilution of
Precision (HDOP).
Antenna Altitude
M = Meters
Geoidal Separation in Meters.
M = Meters
Checksum
Carriage Return Line
Feed
VTG Direction and Speed - 37 characters

including CRLF
$GPVTG,010,T,356,M,5.39,N,10.0,K*4FCRLF
Field
1.
2.
Data
$GPVTG
010
3.
4.
T
356
5.
6.
M
5.39
*Table 1 Program
01:
1
Description
message identification
Track made good in
degrees True
True
Track made good in
degrees Magnetic
Magnetic
Speed over ground in
Knots
7.
8.
N
10.0
9.
10.
11.
K
*4F
CRLF
Knots
Speed over ground in
Kilometers per Hour
Kilometers per Hour
Checksum
Carriage Return Line
Feed
The following program example will read-in the

GGA and VTG GPS strings. Since this program
is unique to the GPS application, additional data
processing will be required to decode and
format these strings. See Program Example #3
for a complete listing.
; READ IN SERIAL GPS DATA VIA NULL MODEM AND

; CR23X 9-PIN RS-232 PORT
1: Port Serial I/O (P15)
1:
1
2:
03
3:
1
4:
9
PORT
5:
0
6:
0
7:
42
8:
100
9:
100
10:
27
11:
1.0
12:
0.0
Reps
Configuration Code
Delay (0.01 seconds)
RS-232 Port
Output Loc [ _________ ]
No. of Locs to Send
Termination Character
Maximum Characters
CTS/Input Wait
Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
Mult
Offset
;RS-232 ASCII, 4800 BAUD

;GET GPS DATA VIA CSI 9-PIN RS-232
;ASTERISK *
;GGA + VTG CHARACTERS
;Input Location for first byte of received data
; CONFIGURE AND LOAD INPUT FILTER STRINGS

2: Extended Parameters (P63)
1:
36
Option
2:
71
Option
3:
80
Option
4:
71
Option
5:
71
Option
6:
65
Option
7:
0
Option
8:
36
Option
1:
71
Option
2:
80
Option
3:
86
Option
4:
84
Option
5:
71
Option
6:
00
Option
7:
00
Option
8:
00
Option
;$
;G
;P
;G
;G
;A
;END OF STRING 1
;$
;G
;P
;V
;T
;G
;END OF STRING 2
B-9
B.7 PROGRAM EXAMPLES

The following examples represent portions of a
larger, more complete application program, and
SHOULD NOT BE USED VERBATIM.
B.7.1 EXAMPLE 1: ATMOSPHERIC
INSTRUMENTS RESEARCH AIR-DB-1A
BAROMETER
Various barometer functions (mode, units of
output, baud rate, etc.) are determined by
jumpers internal to the barometer. A summary
of the jumper configurations is found in Section
B8. Detailed instructions for jumper placement
are found in the AIR Barometer Operations
Manual provided by AIR, Inc.
B.7.1.1 CR23X-BAROMETER
CONFIGURATION LIMITATIONS
The CR23X is limited to reading only certain
barometer jumper configurations as described
below:
MODES of OPERATION
The CR23X can read all Modes of Operation
except the Serial ID and Signature Analysis
portion of the Test Mode. Serial input is
required. The CR23X will NOT read a parallel
input.
UNITS of OUTPUT
The CR23X reads all Units of Output.
NUMBER of MEASUREMENTS AVERAGED
Any number of "measurements averaged" may
be read by the CR23X. Instruction 15 execution
time is prolonged when the barometer makes
several measurements to compute an average.
BAUD RATE
300 or 1200 baud
RS-232 JUMPERS
B-10
For typical field use where power is limiting, the

RS-232 Jumpers should be removed to enable
a TTL (0-5V) level output.
B.7.1.2 CR23X/BAROMETER HOOK-UP
Table 2 provides connection information for two
TTL and one RS-232 version of data transfer.
Each hook-up has specific advantages:
HOOK-UP #1
This hook-up demands the least power
consumption (typically 1.0 mA quiescent, 6.0
mA active). If the barometer is jumpered to
output the average of one measurement, the
execution time of Instruction 15 is 0.5 to 0.6
seconds. The barometer's "shut down" and
data transmit lines connect to the RTS and RX
control ports (Parameter 4). TTL logic is
specified in Parameter 2. When the instruction
is run, the shut down line connected to RTS
goes from 5 to zero volts. The barometer
"wakes up", makes the measurement(s), and
transmits the data. Upon receipt of the data,
the RTS line goes to 5 volts, returning the
barometer a low current drain "sleep" mode.
HOOK-UP #2
This hook-up results in greater power
consumption than Configuration 1 (typically 5.5
mA quiescent, 6.0 mA active), but executes
faster. If the barometer is jumpered to output
the average of one measurement, Instruction 15
execution time is 0.2 to 0.3 seconds. The only
difference between HOOK-UPs #1 and #2 is
that the barometer's DTR line replaces the shut
down line. The barometer is always "awake",
leading to faster instruction execution at the
expense of higher current drain.
HOOK-UP #3
The purpose of this hook-up is to read the
barometer on a standard RS-232 device, such
as a printer or terminal instead of the CR23X. If
failure occurs, this hook-up allows using a third
device to check if the problem is with the
barometer or with the CR23X.
TABLE B-2. CR23X/Barometer Connection Details
CONTROL PORT 5
CR23X
CONTROL PORT 5
CR23X
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the

barometer CMOS chips, connect ground
first and power last. All sensor leads not
used in a particular hook-up configuration
should be insulated to avoid possible
shorting.
B.7.1.3 INSTRUCTION 15 PARAMETER
CONSIDERATIONS
The AIR Barometer requires only the CR23X's
RTS line connected to its shut down or DTR line
to transfer data. No CTS or output is required. It
therefore uses 2 CR23X ports, as described by
"CONFIGURATION 1" (Section B4).
If one AIR barometer is connected according to

Hook-up #1 with only one sample output, the
parameters are as follows:
01:
02:
1
00
03:
04: AB
05:
06:
07:
13
Repetitions
Configuration code of
ASCII/TTL/1200 bd
CTS/Delay before send (does
not matter)
Control ports used (User's
choice). A = sensor Shut Down
Output start location (no output
from CR23X)
(no output from CR23X)
Input termination character is
Carriage Return
B-11
08:
9
09: 100
10:
?
11:
1
12:
0.0000
Max characters to receive

Delay for input is 1.0 second
First input location, User's choice
Multiplier
Offset
The following paragraphs contain more detailed

information on some of the parameters.
Parameter 2 - Set to 00 to select the TTL
logic levels.
Parameter 4 - The A control port is
connected to the "shut down"
line (green); the B to the TTL
dataline (black).
Parameter 7 - The input termination
character is carriage return (13).
Parameter 8 - Total number of characters to
expect per input for 1 barometric
reading is 9. One value from the
AIR barometer typically consists
of an occasional garbage
character, a sign, 5 data
characters, 1 decimal point, and
a carriage return.
When reading a serial input, Instruction 15 uses
intermediate and input locations. One input
location is required per data point. The number
of intermediate locations consumed is
dependent on the value of Parameter 8. To
minimize the number of intermediate locations
used, Parameter 8 should be equal or one
greater than the number of characters per

barometer output.
Table 3 provides information on the number of
characters to expect from various barometer
modes.
If the barometer output contains multiple data
points, the input location specified in Parameter
10 is sequentially incremented for each data
point.
Parameter 9 - The time out parameter limits
the amount of time that
Instruction 15 waits to receive a
input. The execution time of
Instruction 15 is dependent on
both the hook-up configuration
and the barometer jumper
configuration. Exact execution
time must be verified, but an
initial estimate may be
calculated as follows:
HOOK-UP CONFIGURATION #1:
ET = 0.1 x MA + 0.9
HOOK-UP CONFIGURATION #2:
ET = 0.1 x MA + 0.6
WHERE: ET = Execution time in seconds
MA = Number of measurements averaged by
the sensor
Parameter 9 Time out = ET/0.01
TABLE B-3. Number of Characters/Output and Memory Requirements for Various Barometer
Output Modes
B-12
Example: 100 samples are averaged by the

barometer connected to the CR23X via hook-up
#1.
average of one measurement. The following

considerations are accounted for in the
program.
ET = 0.1 * 100 + 0.9
To preserve the barometer measurement

resolution, barometer data must be output
to the CR23X Final Storage in High
Resolution (OUTPUT PROCESSING
INSTRUCTION 78).
A communication failure shows up as a

partial value or -99999. It is generally
desirable to exclude this value from any
processing and log the incidence of failure.
A failure may be detected by comparing it to
expected limits. A bad value may be
excluded from processing by temporarily
setting the Intermediate Processing Disable
flag (flag 9). To log a failure the reading
could be output immediately with the time of
occurrence.
ET = 10.9 seconds
Time out = 10.9/0.01
Time out = 1090
In general, the above equations overestimate
the execution time. When execution speed is
critical, the minimum time out delay must be
determined through trial and error.
B.7.1.4 BAROMETER PROGRAM
The following example program assumes the
barometer is jumpered for TTL output and the
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
10:
11:
12:
P15
1
31
1
15
0
0
13
20
200
1
1
0
Control Port Serial I/O

Repetitions
Configuration code
CTS/Delay before send
C1RTS/DTR , C5 TXD/RXD
Output start location
Delay for CTS/input
Multiplier
Offset
02:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P89
1
3
1300
11
If X<=>F
X Loc AIR, mb
>=
F
Set high Flag 1
03:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P89
1
4
800
11
If X<=>F
X Loc AIR, mb
<
F
Set high Flag 1
04:
01:
02:
P91
11
30
If Flag/Port
Do if flag 1 is high
Then Do
If Flag 1 is set,
05:
01:
P86
10
Do
Set high Flag 0 (output)
Output time of failure
ASCII;TTL
13 = CR
Wait 1 sec for Input
barometer jumpered
for millibar output
START: Limit testing
If reading is > 1300 mb
then set Flag 1 high
If reading is < 800 mb

then set Flag 1
do the following.
B-13
06:
01:
P77
110
Real Time
Day,Hour-Minute
07:
01:
02:
P70
1
1
Sample
Rep
Loc AIR, mb
Output out of range reading
08:
01:
P86
19
Do
Set high Flag 9
Set Intermediate Processing

Disable Flag
09:
01:
P86
21
Do
Set low Flag 1
Set Flag 1 low
10:
P95
End
End of If Flag Then Do
11:
01:
02:
03:
P92
0
720
10
If time is
minutes into a
minute interval
Set high Flag 0 (output)
Output mb twice/day
12:
01:
P77
110
Real Time
Day,Hour-Minute
13:
01:
02:
P71
1
1
Average
Reps
Loc AIR, mb
End Table 1
14:
Input Location Labels:

1:AIR, mb
B.7.2 EXAMPLE 2: CR23X TO CR23X
COMMUNICATION
The following example shows how data can be
sent between CR23X's. The program for the
CR23X sending the data, CR23X#1, includes a
loop which creates data to send; the numbers
are generated and stored in Input Locations 1
through 10. Instruction 15 then transfers the
contents of Locations 1 through 10 to
CR23X#2. Instruction 15 in CR23X#2 receives
and stores the values in Input Locations 11
through 20.
As shown in Figure 2, the DTR from #1 is

connected to control port 8 of CR23X#2. RS232 logic is used so DTR is +5V when asserted.
The DTR going high is connected to port 8 of
CR23X#2, causing subroutine 98 to be
executed (refer to CR23X manual, Instruction
85, Section 12). Subroutine 98 contains
Instruction 15, programmed to receive input.
CR23X#2's RTS is connected to CR23X#1's
CTS. When CR23X#2 executes Instruction 15,
the RTS going high signals CR23X#1 to send
data.
CR23X#1
SEND DATA
FUNCTION
DTR
CTS
TX
CR23X#2
RECEIVE DATA
PORT
PORT
C1 ----------->C8
C2<----------- C1
C5 ----------->C5
FUNCTION
Interrupt; SBR 98
RTS
RX
FIGURE B-2. Wiring Diagram for CR23X to CR23X Communication Example
B-14
CR23X#1 PROGRAM - SEND DATA

*
01:
1
5
01:
02:
P87
0
10
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
01:
P32
11
Z=Z+1
Z Loc [:COUNTER ]
01:
02:
P31
11
1--
Z=X
X Loc COUNTER
Z Loc [:VALUE #1 ]
P95
End
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
09:
10:
P15
1
0
0
15
1
10-0
0
100
28

Repetitions
Configuration code
C1 RTS/DTR, C5 TXD/RXD
Delay for CTS/input
11:
12:
1
0
Multiplier
Offset
End Table 1
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
Table 1 Programs
Sec. Execution Interval
Start loop to generate values
End Loop to generate values
RS-232, 1200 baud

DTR = C1, TX = C5
Start at Loc 10 and (--) convert
wait 1 sec for CTS (C2) to go high

If 1 sec delay expires
before CTS goes high,
store -99999 in Loc 28

1:VALUE #1
2:VALUE #2
3:VALUE #3
4:VALUE #4
5:VALUE #5
6:VALUE #6
7:VALUE #7
8:VALUE #8
9:VALUE #9
10:VALUE #10
11:COUNTER
12:_________
CR23X#2 PROGRAM - RECEIVE DATA

*
01:
Table 3 Subroutines
01:
P85
98
Beginning of Subroutine
Subroutine Number
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P15
1
0
0
6
0
0

Repetitions
Configuration code
No RTS/DTR, C6 TXD/ RXD
02:
RS-232, 1200 bd
B-15
07:
08:
09:
10:
11:
12:
03:
13
75
200
11
1
0.0000

Delay for CTS/input
Multiplier
Offset
P95
End
Terminate on carriage return

Wait 2 seconds for input
Store VALUE #1 in Location 11, #10 in 20

11:VALUE #1
12:VALUE #2
13:VALUE #3
14:VALUE #4
15:VALUE #5
16:VALUE #6
17:VALUE #7
18:VALUE #8
19:VALUE #9
20:VALUE #10
Program Example # 3
This program will decode the $GPGGA and $GPVTG strings, format them in input locations, and set the
CR23X clock according to the GPS time. The primary reason for formatting the data strings is to parse
long data strings into multiple input locations. The CR23X can display 5 significant digits. The
maximum value that can be displayed in an input location is 99999. Data in the GPS string is anywhere
from 1 to 8 characters. Data fields such as time has 6 digits (i.e. HHMMSS) and will exceed the 99999
input location value limit. To get around this problem, data will be parsed and separated into individual
input locations.
If the GPS receiver is to be used to keep the CR23X clock updated (via P114) caution should be used
when pulse count type measurements (i.e. wind speed, velocity) are made. This can increase or
decrease the total number of counts based on if the datalogger clock was slow or fast. The program
code below can be put into a conditional type statement (P92, P95) to be executed on an less frequent
interval rather than once per second (i.e. once per day).
CR23X#3 PROGRAM EXAMPLE
*Table 1 Program
01:
1
; LOOK FOR $GPGGA AND $GPVTG STRINGS

; READ IN SERIAL GPS DATA VIA NULL MODEM AND
; CR23X 9-PIN RS-232 PORT
01:
Port Serial I/O (P15)

1:
1
Reps
2:
03
Configuration Code
3:
1
Delay (0.01 seconds)
4:
9
RS-232 Port
PORT
5:
1
Output Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
6:
0
No. of Locs to Send
7:
42
Termination Character
8:
100
Maximum Characters
9:
100
CTS/Input Wait
10:
27
Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
11:
1.0
Mult
B-16
;RS-232 ASCII, 4800 BAUD

;GET GPS DATA VIA CSI 9-PIN RS-232
;ASTERISK *
;GGA + VTG CHARACTERS
12:
0.0
Offset
; CONFIGURE AND LOAD INPUT FILTER STRINGS

; $GPGGA and $GPVTG
02:
03:
Extended Parameters (P63)

1:
36
Option
2:
71
Option
3:
80
Option
4:
71
Option
5:
71
Option
6:
65
Option
7:
0
Option
8:
36
Option
Extended Parameters (P63)
1:
71
Option
2:
80
Option
3:
86
Option
4:
84
Option
5:
71
Option
6:
00
Option
7:
00
Option
8:
00
Option
;$
;G
;P
;G
;G
;A
;END OF STRING 1
;$
;G
;P
;V
;T
;G
;END OF STRING 2
; PERFORM DATA FORMATTING

04:
If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
27
2:
3
3:
0
4:
30
X Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
>=
F
Then Do
; ONLY PROCESS DATA IF GPS DATA IS AVAILABLE

05:
If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
30
2:
1
3:
1
4:
30
X Loc [ RAW_AVAIL ]
=
F
Then Do
; PARSE TIME INTO (2) INPUT LOCATIONS

06:
07:
08:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
27
2:
.01
3:
27
X Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
F
Z Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
Z=INT(X) (P45)
1:
27
2:
1
X Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
Z Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
Z=FRAC(X) (P44)
1:
27
X Loc [ RAW_TIME ]
2:
2
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
B-17
09:
10:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
2
2:
100
3:
2
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
F
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
Z=INT(X) (P45)
1:
2
2:
2
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
; ADD OFFSET TO ALLOW UPDATED TIME TO BE CORRECTLY UPLOADED INTO CR23X

; TYPICALLY THE SCAN RATE + 1 SECOND
11:
12:
13:
If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
4
3:
59
4:
30
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
<
F
Then Do
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
2
2:
2
3:
2
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
F
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
End (P95)
; AT 60 SECONDS SET SECONDS TO ZERO

14:
15:
16:
If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
1
3:
60
4:
30
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
=
F
Then Do
Z=F (P30)
1:
0
2:
0
3:
2
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
End (P95)
; ADJUST OFFSET WHEN ROLLOVER TIME IS ZERO

17:
18:
B-18
If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
1
3:
99
4:
30
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
=
F
Then Do
Z=F (P30)
1:
1
2:
0
3:
2
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ SECONDS ]
19:
20:
Z=X+F (P34)
1:
1
2:
1
3:
1
X Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
F
Z Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
End (P95)
; PARSE LONG NAVIGATION STRINGS.

21:
Z=INT(X) (P45)
1:
28
2:
3
X Loc [ RAW_LAT ]
Z Loc [ LAT_DEG ]
22:
Z=FRAC(X) (P44)
1:
28
X Loc [ RAW_LAT ]
2:
4
Z Loc [ LAT_DDD ]
23:
Z=INT(X) (P45)
1:
29
2:
5
X Loc [ RAW_LONG ]
Z Loc [ LONG_DEG ]
24:
Z=FRAC(X) (P44)
1:
29
X Loc [ RAW_LONG ]
2:
6
Z Loc [ LONG_DDD ]
25:
Z=X (P31)
1:
30
2:
7
X Loc [ RAW_AVAIL ]
Z Loc [ GPS_AVAIL ]
Z=X (P31)
1:
31
2:
8
X Loc [ RAW_SATS ]
Z Loc [ NO_SATS ]
Z=X (P31)
1:
32
2:
9
X Loc [ RAW_HDOP ]
Z Loc [ HDOP
]
26:
27:
; CONVERT ALTITUDE TO FEET

28:
29:
30:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
33
2:
3.281
3:
10
X Loc [ RAW_ALT ]
F
Z Loc [ ALTITUDE ]
Z=X (P31)
1:
35
2:
11
X Loc [ RAW_TRUE ]
Z Loc [ DEG_TRUE ]
Z=X (P31)
1:
36
2:
12
X Loc [ RAW_MAG ]
Z Loc [ DEG_MAG ]
; CONVERT SPEED FROM KPH TO MPH
B-19
31:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
38
2:
0.6214
3:
13
X Loc [ RAW_SPDK ]
F
Z Loc [ SPD_MPH ]
; OUTPUT DATA EVERY INTERVAL

32:
Do (P86)
1:
10
33:
Real Time (P77)

1: 1220
Year,Day,Hour/Minute (midnight = 2400)
34:
Resolution (P78)
1:
1
High Resolution
35:
Sample (P70)
1:
13
2:
1
Reps
Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
; SET DATALOGGER CLOCK WHEN VALID TIME AND GPS IS AVAILABLE EVERY INTERVAL
36:
If Flag/Port (P91)
1:
28
Do if Flag 8 is Low
2:
30
Then Do
37:
Do (P86)
1:
18
Set Flag 8 High
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
1
2:
0.01
3:
39
X Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
F
Z Loc [ HOURS ]
Z=INT(X) (P45)
1:
39
2:
39
X Loc [ HOURS
Z Loc [ HOURS
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
1
2:
0.01
3:
40
X Loc [ HOUR_MIN ]
F
Z Loc [ MINUTES__ ]
38:
39:
40:
]
]
41:
Z=FRAC(X) (P44)
1:
40
X Loc [ MINUTES__ ]
2:
40
Z Loc [ MINUTES__ ]
42:
Z=X*F (P37)
1:
40
2:
100
3:
40
X Loc [ MINUTES__ ]
F
Z Loc [ MINUTES__ ]
Z=X (P31)
1:
2
2:
41
X Loc [ SECONDS ]
Z Loc [ SEC
]
43:
B-20
; PERFORM RANGE CHECKING TO ENSURE GPS TIME DATA FALLS WITHIN A REASONABLE
RANGE.
1: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
39
2:
4
3:
24
4:
30
X Loc [ HOURS
<
F
Then Do
2: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
39
2:
3
3:
0
4:
30
X Loc [ HOURS
>=
F
Then Do
3: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
40
2:
4
3:
60
4:
30
X Loc [ MINUTES ]
<
F
Then Do
4: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
40
2:
3
3:
0
4:
30
X Loc [ MINUTES ]
>=
F
Then Do
5: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
41
2:
4
3:
60
4:
30
X Loc [ SEC
<
F
Then Do
6: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
41
2:
3
3:
0
4:
30
X Loc [ SEC
>=
F
Then Do
7: Set Real Time Clock (P114)

1:
0
Set Hr,Min,Sec from locations
2:
39
Loc [ HOURS ]
8: End (P95)
9: End (P95)
10: End (P95)
11: End (P95)
12: End (P95)
13: End (P95)
B-21
*Table 2 Program
02:
0.0000
End Program
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
[ HOUR_MIN ]
[ SECONDS ]
[ LAT_DEG ]
[ LAT_DDD ]
[ LONG_DEG ]
[ LONG_DDD ]
[ GPS_AVAIL ]
[ NO_SATS ]
[ HDOP
]
[ ALTITUDE ]
[ DEG_TRUE ]
[ DEG_MAG ]
[ SPD_MPH ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ RAW_TIME ]
[ RAW_LAT ]
[ RAW_LONG ]
[ RAW_AVAIL ]
[ RAW_SATS ]
[ RAW_HDOP ]
[ RAW_ALT ]
[ RAW_GEOID ]
[ RAW_TRUE ]
[ RAW_MAG ]
[ RAW_SPDN ]
[ RAW_SPDK ]
[ HOURS ]
[ MINUTES__ ]
[ SEC
]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
[ _________ ]
B-22
RW-RW--W--W--W--W--W--W--W--W--W--W--W----------------------------------------RW-R--R--R--R--R--R-----R--R-----R--RW-RW-RW-----------
5
7
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
2
2
2
1
1
1
0
1
1
0
1
4
5
3
0
0
0
2
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
3
1
0
0
0
B.8 SUMMARY OF BAROMETER JUMPER CONFIGURATIONS

Jumper
Barometer mode (serial output)
Barometer mode (parallel output)
Altimeter mode (serial output)
Altimeter mode (parallel output)
Altimeter setting mode (serial output)
Altimeter setting mode (parallel output)
Test mode (serial output)
Units of output Barometer modes
Units of output Altimeter modes
Number of measurements averaged All modes
Serial output baud rate Barometer mode and

Altimeter mode
Serial output baud rate Altimeter setting mode and

Test mode
Parallel output data format Bar parallel mode and

Alt parallel mode
Test mode tests -
# 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
u
u
u
u
r
*
r
u
u
u
u
r
*
r
r
0
r
0
1
1
1
r
b
r
b
0
1
1
n
n
n
n
n
n
t
n
n
n
n
n
n
t
0
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
1
1
1
mb
in(Hg)
mm(Hg)
PSIA
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
ft
m
ft/in(Hg)
m/mb
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
1
10
100
1000
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
9600
1200
300
110
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
-----
9600
1200
300
110
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
ASCII coded output

Binary coded output
- - 0 0 - - - - - 0 1 - - - -
Raw data/press (mb)

Serial ID test
SA test
Raw data
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
Key to table abbreviations r = Serial output baud rate

n = Number of measurements to be averaged
b = Format of parallel output - binary/ASCII coded
u = Units of output
* = Don't care - jumpers must be in place however
t = Test type
B-23
B-24
APPENDIX C. ADDITIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION

C.1 TELECOMMUNICATIONS
COMMAND WITH BINARY
RESPONSES
Command
Description
[nnnnn]F
BINARY DUMP - CR23X

sends, in Final Storage Format
(binary), the number of Final
Storage locations specified
(nnnnn) from current MPTR
locations, then Signature (no
prompt).
A 40 second time out timer is
reset each F command. nnnnn
must be 65535.
DATALOGGER J AND K COMMANDS

3142J and 2413J
The older 3142J command is used to toggle
datalogger user flags and ports, request final
storage data, and to establish the input
locations returned by the K command. The
newer 2413J was added to later operating
systems and is identical to the 3412J command
except that when the datalogger receives the
2413J command, it ignores the bytes that toggle
flags and ports. Setting ports and flags in the
new operating systems is done with the U
command which adds checksums for improved
reliability.
A note on datalogger OS versions:
Beginning with Version 1.7 of the CR23X
operating system (released October 1999), the
datalogger can use either the new 2413J
command or the older 3412J command. Since
the J command is not sent with a checksum, the
older 3142J could, over a noisy communications
link, be misinterpreted and cause unintended
changes to flags or ports. The advantage of the
new version of the J command is that it does
not attempt to set flags or ports; instead,
software can use the new U command which is
sent with a checksum to accomplish setting of
flags, ports and input locations.
Telecommunications software can determine
whether the new J command is available in a
particular datalogger by issuing an A command
to request the dataloggers status (Section 5,
Telecommunications). If the datalogger version
number is reported as V4, the datalogger OS

can use the new 2413J, as well as the new S, T
and U commands. See Section 5,
Telecommunications, for a description of these
commands.
The format of the J command is as follows:
2413J<CR>abcdnNULL
or
3142J<CR>abcd...nNULL
where
1) either "2413J<CR>" or "3142J<CR>" is the
command.
2) "a" is a 1 byte value representing the user
flags to be toggled. The most significant bit
(MSB), if set, will toggle datalogger user flag
8. Likewise, the 2nd most significant bit, if
set, will toggle user flag 7, and so on to the
least significant bit which, if set, toggles
user flag 1. Toggle means that if a flag is
set, it will be then reset, or if it is reset, it will
be set.
3) "b" is a 1 byte value whose MSB will
determine whether Final Storage Data is
returned after the K command. If the bit is
set, Final Storage Data, if any, will be
returned after the next K command. The
datalogger initially has this bit reset upon
entering telecommunications, but once set by
a J command, it will remain set until reset by
another J command or telecommunications is
terminated.
The 2nd MSB set means a port toggle byte
will follow and port status is to be returned
with the K command. Like the MSB, this bit
is reset upon entering telecommunications,
but remains set once set until reset by
another J command or telecommunications
is terminated.
The 3rd MSB set means a flags 11..18 byte
will follow the port toggle byte (if present)
and flags 11..18 byte is to be returned with
the K command. Like the MSB, this bit is
reset upon entering telecommunications,
but remains set once set until reset by
C-1
APPENDIX C. BINARY TELECOMMUNICATIONS
another J command or telecommunications

is terminated.
The 4th MSB indicates if the input locations
requested by the J command are 2 byte (B4
set) or 1 byte. In the case of 2 byte
locations (most significant byte first), the
terminating location is a 2 byte NULL. FF in
the most significant byte will still abort the
command.
If b = FF or 11111111, then the J
command aborts.
The remaining bits are reserved.
4) If the 2nd MSB in "b" was set then "c" is a
port toggle byte, otherwise "c,d,...,n" are
each 1 byte binary values each
representing a datalogger input storage
location. The data at those locations will be
returned after the next K command. ASCII
code 1 (0000001 binary) represents input
location 1. ASCII codes 2 (00000010
binary) represents input location 2, and so
on. The order of the location requests is not
important. The list is limited, however, to 62
total location requests.
5) "Null" or ASCII code 0 (00000000 binary)
terminates the J command. Alternately,
11111111 binary aborts the J command. If
aborted, flags will not be toggled and
location requests will not be saved.
For example:
User
Enters
2
4
1
3
J
CR
a
b
c
d
n
Null
K
C-2
Datalogger
Echo
2
4
1
3
J
CR
LF
<
a
b
c
d
n
Null
The K command returns datalogger time,

user flag status, port status if requested, the
data at the input locations requested in the J

command, and Final Storage Data if
requested by the J command. The format of
the command is K<CR> (K Return). The
datalogger will echo the K and Return and
send a Line Feed. The amount of data that
follows depends on the J command
previously executed; four time bytes, a user
flags byte, four bytes for each input location
requested in the J command, Final Storage
data in CSI's binary format if requested by
the J command, and terminating in 7F 00
HEX and two signature bytes.
User
Enters
K
CR
Datalogger
Echo
K
CR
LF
Time Minutes byte 1
Time Minutes byte 2
Time Tenths byte 1
Time Tenths byte 2
Flags 1..8 byte
Ports byte (if requested)
Flags 11..18 byte (if requested)
Data1 byte 1
Data1 byte 2
Data1 byte 3
Data1 byte 4
Data2 byte 1
Data2 byte 2
Data2 byte 3
Data2 byte 4
DataN byte 1
DataN byte 2
DataN byte 3
DataN byte 4
Final Storage Data bytes
01111111 binary byte
00000000 binary byte
Signature byte 1
Signature byte 2
Time Minutes byte 1 is most significant.

Convert from binary to decimal. Divide by 60 to
get hours, the remainder is minutes. For
example, 00000001 01011001 (01 59 HEX) is
345 decimal minutes or 5:45.
Time Tenths byte 1 is most significant. Convert
from binary to decimal. Divide by 10 to get
seconds and tenths of seconds. For example,
00000001 11000110 (01 C6 HEX) is 454
decimal or 45.4 seconds. Thus the datalogger
time for 01 59 01 C6 HEX is 5:45:45.4.
The Flags byte expresses datalogger user flag

status. The most significant bit represents Flag
8, and so on to the least significant bit which
represents Flag 1. If a bit is set, the user flag is
set in the datalogger.
The optional ports byte (currently on return if
requested by a CR23X J command) expresses
the datalogger port status. The most significant
bit represents Port 8, and so on to the least
significant bit which represents Port 1.
For each input location requested by the J
command, four bytes of data are returned. The
bytes are coded in Campbell Scientific, Inc.
Floating Point Format. The format is decoded
to the following:
(Exponent)
Sign(Mantissa*2
Data byte 1 contains the Sign and the

Exponent. The most significant bit represents
the Sign; if zero, the Sign is positive, if one, the
Sign is negative. The signed exponent is
obtained by subtracting 40 HEX (or 64 decimal)
from the 7 remaining least significant bits.
Data bytes 2 to 4 are a binary representation of
the mantissa with byte 2 the most significant and
4 the least. The mantissa ranges in value from
80 00 00 hex (0.5 decimal) to FF FF FF HEX
-24
(1-2 decimal). The one exception is for zero
which is 00 00 00 00 HEX.
The Mantissa is calculated by converting Data
bytes 2 to 4 into binary. Each bit represents
some fractional value which is summed for all
24 bits. The bits are arranged from MSB to
LSB with the most significant as bit23 and least
significant as bit0. The value that each bit
n-24
represents = 2 ; where n=bit location. For
example, if there was a 1 at bit20, its value
(20-24)
-4
or 2 .
would be 2
A simple method for programming this is as
follows:
Set Mantissa = 0.
Set Bit Value = 0.5.
For loop count = 1 to 24 do the following:

If the MSB is one, then add Bit Value to the
Mantissa.
Shift the 24 bit binary value obtained from
Data bytes 2 to 4 one bit to the left.
Multiply Bit Value by 0.5.
End of loop.
Another method that can be used as an
estimate is to convert Data bytes 2 to 4 from a
long integer to floating point and dividing this
value by 16777216.
As an example of a negative value, the
datalogger returns BF 82 0C 49 HEX.
Data byte 1 = BF HEX.
Data byte 2 to 4 = 82 0C 49 HEX (or 8522825
decimal).
Data byte 1 is converted to binary to find the
Sign. BF HEX = 10111111 BINARY.
The most significant bit is 1 so the Sign is
NEGATIVE.
The exponent is found by subtracting 40 HEX
from the remaining least significant bits.
Converting the binary to hexadecimal, 111111
BINARY = 3F HEX (or 63 decimal).
3F - 40 HEX = FF FF FF FF FF HEX. Or in
decimal: 63 - 64 = -1.
Exponent is -1 decimal.
The binary representation of Data bytes 2 to 4
is: 10000010 00001100 01001001.
-1
-7
Summing all the fractional values: 2 + 2 +

-13
-14
-18
-21
-24
2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 0.50800.
Using the estimate method to find the Mantissa =
82 0C 49 HEX / 1 00 00 00 HEX (or 8522825 /
16777216) which is 0.50800 decimal.
-1
The value is then (-)0.508*2

-0.254.
which equals
C-3
function of the first time byte through the 7F 00

HEX bytes. Calculate the signature of the bytes
received and compare with the signature received
to determine the validity of the transmission.
As an example of a positive value, the

datalogger returns 44 D9 99 9A HEX.
Data byte 1 = 44 HEX.
C.2 FINAL STORAGE FORMAT
Data byte 2 to 4 = D9 99 9A HEX (or 891290

decimal).
CR23X data is formatted as either 2 byte LO

Resolution or 4 byte HI Resolution values. The
first two bytes of an Output Array contain a unique
code (FC Hex) noting the start of the Output Array
and the Output Array ID, followed by the 2 or 4
byte data values. At the end of the data sent in
response to the telecommunications F command a
2 byte signature is sent (see below).
Data byte 1 is converted to binary to find the

Sign. 44 HEX = 01000100 BINARY.
NOTE: Dont lose the leading zero!
The most significant bit is 0 so the Sign is
POSITIVE.
The exponent is found by subtracting 40 HEX
from the remaining least significant bits.
Converting the binary to hexadecimal, 1000100
BINARY = 44 HEX (or 68 decimal).
Representing the bits in the first byte of each

two byte pair as ABCD EFGH (A is the most
significant bit, MSB), the byte pairs are
described here.
LO RESOLUTION FORMAT - D,E,F,
NOT ALL ONES
44 - 40 HEX = 4 HEX. Or in decimal:

68 - 64 = 4.
Bits
Description
Exponent is 4 decimal.
Polarity, 0 = +, 1 = -.
The binary equivalent of Data bytes 2 to 4 is:

11011001 10011001 10011010.
B, C
Decimal locators as defined below.
D-H plus
13 bit binary value (D=MSB).
second
Largest possible number without D,

E, and F all 1 is 7167,
byte
but CSI defines the largest

allowable range as 6999.
Summing all the fractional values:

-1
-2
-4
-5
-8
-9
-12
-13
2 +2 +2 +2 +2 +2 +2 +2
-17
-20
-21
-23
2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 0.85000.
-16
+2
Using the estimate method to find the Mantissa =

D9 99 9A HEX / 1 00 00 00 HEX (or 14260634 /
16777216) which is 0.85000 decimal.
4
The value is then (+)0.85*2 which equals

13.60.
If appropriately requested by a J command,
Final Storage data, if any, will immediately
follow the input location data. Refer to the
datalogger manual for a description of how to
decode Final Storage data in CSI's binary data
format. Final Storage data will be limited to not
more than 1024 bytes per K command.
The K command data is terminated with 7F 00
HEX (a unique binary format code) followed by
two signature bytes. Refer to the datalogger
manual for the meaning and calculation of the
signature bytes. The signature in this case is a
C-4
The decimal locators can be viewed as a

negative base 10 exponent with decimal
locations as follows:
B
Decimal Location
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
XXXX.
XXX.X
XX.XX
X.XXX
DATA TYPE WHEN D,E,F, ALL EQUAL ONE

If D, E, and F are all ones, the data type is
determined by the other bits as shown below. X
implies a "don't care" condition; i.e., the bit can
be either 1 or 0 and is not used in the decode
decision.
DATA TYPE AND SECOND BYTE FORMAT
A,B,C, = 1 - Start of Output Array, G & H are the most

significant bits of the Output Array ID. All 8 bits of the
2nd byte are also included in the ID.
C = 0 - First byte of a 4 byte value.
A,B = 0; C = 1 - Third byte of a 4 byte value.
A = 0; remaining bits = 1 - First byte of a 2 byte

"dummy" word. The CR23X always transmits a 0 for
the 2nd byte, but the word can be decoded on the basis
of the 1st byte only.
HIGH RESOLUTION FORMAT

Continuing to use the A-H bit representation, the four byte number is shown below as two two byte pairs.
AB0111GH
XXXXXXXX
001111GH
XXXXXXXX
BITS, 1ST BYTE,

1ST PAIR
DESCRIPTION
CDEF = 0111
Code designating 1st byte pair of four byte number.
Polarity , 0 = +, 1 = -.
G,H,A,
Decimal locator as defined below.
2nd byte
16th - 9th bit (left to right) of 17 bit binary value.
ABCDEF = 001111
Code designating 2nd byte pair of four byte number.
Unused bit.
17th and MSB of 17 bit binary value.
2nd byte
8th - 1st bit (left to right) of 17 bit binary value.
CSI defines the largest allowable range of a

high resolution number to be 99999.
Interpretation of the decimal locator for a 4 byte
data value is given below. The decimal equivalent
of bits GH is the negative exponent to the base 10.
BITS
DECIMAL FORMAT
GHA
5 digits
000
001
010
011
100
101
XXXXX.
XXXX.X
XXX.XX
XX.XXX
X.XXXX
.XXXXX
C.3 GENERATION OF SIGNATURE

At the end of a binary transmission, a signature
is sent. The signature is a 2 byte integer value
which is a function of the data and the
sequence of data in the Output Array. It is
derived with an algorithm that assures a
99.998% probability of detecting a change in the
data or its sequence. The CR23X calculates
the signature using each transmitted byte
beginning with the Final Storage format data
(for K command, echo and carriage return line
feed are not included) until the 2 byte signature
itself. By calculating the signature of the
received data and comparing it to the
transmitted signature, it can be determined
whether the data was received correctly.
C-5
SIGNATURE ALGORITHM
S1,S0 - represent the high and low bytes of

the signature, respectively
M - represents a transmitted data byte
n - represents the existing byte
n+1 - represents the new byte
T - represents a temporary location
C - represents the carry bit from a shift

operation
TABLE C.4-1.
Command
1. The signature is initialized with both bytes

set to hexadecimal AA.
S1(n) = S0(n) = AA
2. When a transmitted byte, M(n+1), is
received, form a new high signature byte by
setting it equal to the existing low byte.
Save the old high byte for later use.
T1 = S1(n)
S1(n+1) = S0(n)
3. Form a temporary byte by shifting the old
low signature byte one bit to the left and
adding any carry bit which results from the
shift operation. A "shift left" is identical to a
multiply by 2. Ignore any carry bit resulting
from the add.
T2 = shift left (S0(n)) + carry
4. Form the new low signature byte by adding
the results of operation 3 to the old high
signature byte and the transmitted byte.
Ignore any carry bits resulting from these
add operations.
S0(n+1) = T2 + S1(n) + M(n+1)
As each new transmitted byte is received, the
procedure is repeated.
D
C.4
COMMANDS TO TRANSFER
PROGRAM WITH COMPUTER
D Commands 1 and 2 (when entered from
the Keyboard/Display) and 7 have an additional 2
digit option parameters (7 is entered with the
Storage Module address, e.g., 71). The CR23X
C-6
will display the command number and prompt for

the option. If the keyboard display is not being
used, the CR23X will have already set the baud
rate to that of the device it is communicating with
and will be ready to send or receive the file as
soon as command 1 or 2 is entered.
1&2
D Command 1 and 2
Options
Option Code Description

1x
4x
Synchronously addressed
Hardware enabled
x = Baud Rate Codes
0 - 300
1 - 1200
2 - 9600
3 - 76,800
4 - 2400
5 - 4800
6 - 19,200
7 - 38,400
After the option code is keyed in, key "A" to

execute the command. Command 2 will be
aborted if no data is received within 40 seconds.
WHEN COMMAND 2 IS EXECUTED ALL
DATA IN INPUT AND INTERMEDIATE
STORAGE ARE ERASED. This section
describes commands 1 and 2.
SENDING ASCII PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program listings are sent in ASCII. At the end
of the listing, the CR23X sends control E (5 hex
or decimal) twice.
Table 1.8-4 is an example of the program listing
sent in response to command. Note that the
listing uses numbers for each mode: The
A ,
B , and
C
numbers for
modes are 10, 11, and 12, respectively.
TABLE C.4-2. Example Program Listing

D Command 1
From
MODE 1
SCAN RATE 5
1:P17
1:1
2:P86
1:10
3:P70
1:1
2:1
4:P0
MODE 2
SCAN RATE 0
MODE 3
1:P0
MODE 10
1:28
2:64
3:0
4:5332
5:1971
MODE 12
1:0
2:0
MODE 11
1:6597
2:30351
3:48
4:0
5:0
Ê Ê
LOAD PROGRAM FROM ASCII FILE
Command 2 sets up the CR23X to load a
program which is input as serial ASCII data in the
same form as sent in response to command 1.
2. "S" is necessary prior to the Scan Rate

(execution interval).
3. The colons (:) are used to mark the start of
actual data.
4. A semicolon (;) tells the CR23X to ignore
the rest of the line and can be used after an
entry so that a comment can be added.
There are 4 two-character control codes which
may be used to verify that the CR23X receives
a file correctly:
^B ^B
(2hex, 2hex)--Discard current buffer

and reset signature
^C ^C (3hex, 3hex)--Send signature for

current buffer
^D ^D (4hex, 4hex)--Load current buffer and
reset signature
Ê Ê
(5hex, 5hex)--Load current buffer, Exit

and compile program
As a download file is received, the CR23X

buffers the data in memory; the data is not
loaded into the editor or compiled until the
CR23X receives a command to do so. The
maximum size of the buffer is 1.5K. The
minimum file that could be sent is the program
listing, then Ê Ê. ^C ^C tells the CR23X to
send the signature (Appendix C.3) for the
current buffer of data. If this signature does not
match that calculated by the sending device, ^B
^B can be sent to discard the current buffer and
reset the signature. If the signature is correct,
^D ^D can be sent to tell the CR23X to load the
buffer into the editor and reset the signature.
Once the complete file has been sent and
verified, send Ê Ê to compile the program and
exit the load command.
A download file need not follow exactly the

same format that is used when listing a program
(i.e., some of the characters sent in the listing
are not really used when a program is loaded).
Some rules which must be followed are:
1. "M" must be the first character other than a
carriage return, line feed, semicolon, or 7D
Hex. The "M" serves the same function as
"" does from the keyboard. The order in
which the Modes are sent in does not
matter (i.e., the information for Mode 3
could be sent before that for Mode 1).
C-7
C-8
APPENDIX E. ASCII TABLE

American Standard Code for Information Interchange
Decimal Values and Characters
(X3.4-1968)
Dec.
Char.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
CONTROL
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
[
\
]
^
_
Dec.
Char.
Dec.
Char.
Dec.
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
SPACE
!
"
#
$
%
&
'
(
)
*
+
,
.
/
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
:
;
<
=
>
?
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
[
\
]
^
_
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
Char.
`
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
r
s
t
u
v
w
x
y
z
{
|
}
~
DEL
E-1
APPENDIX F. DYNAGAGE SAP-FLOW (P67)

F1. FUNCTION
The Dynagage Processing Instruction, P67, is
used in conjunction with a Dynamax, Inc.
Dynagage stem flow gage. Instruction 67
calculates the sap flow rate within a plant stem
by using an energy balance equation and inputs
from a Dynagage sensor.
Briefly, the energy input into the stem is a
known quantity (Qh), conductive radial and
vertical energy losses are calculated (Qr and Qv,
respectively). The residual energy is assumed
lost through sap flow (Qf) and is given as:
Qf = Qh - (Qr + Qv).
By measuring the change in temperature (dT) of
the stem by heating and assuming 4.186 Joules
of energy are required to heat each gram of sap
1 C, the flow rate can be calculated.
Accumulated flow can be calculated using
datalogger Instruction 72 (Totalize).
F2. INSTRUCTION DETAILS
Four voltages must be stored sequentially

beginning with the Input Loc option stated in
Parameter 1.
INPUT LOCATION
Loc 1: Ch (Thermopile (mV))
Loc 2: Ah (Upper TC (mV))
Loc 3: Bh (Lower TC (mV))
Loc 4: Voltage Input
These voltages are measured using Instruction
2. Voltages for locations 1-3 are measured on
the 2.5 mV slow range. The voltage for location
4 is measured on the 2500 mV slow range.
F2.2 CONSTANTS
Parameters 2 through 6 are constants that must
be entered for each Dynagage.
PARAMETER 2
Ksh(W/mV), a constant required to relate the
thermopile output proportionally to the radial
heat transfer.
PARAMETER 3
The heater resistance (Ohms), measured with
an Ohm meter.
Dynagage Sap-Flow (P67)

1: 0000
Begin Input Location
[ _________ ]
PARAMETER 4
2:
0.0
Ksh (W/mV)
The cross sectional area of the stem (sq cm).
3:
0.0
Heater Resistance(Ohm)
4:
0.0
Stem Area (sq cm)
PARAMETER 5
5:
0.0
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal conductivity (W/mK). This number is
(W/mK)
generally 0.54 W/mK for herbaceous plants or
6:
0.0
Thermocouple Gap (cm)
0.42 W/mK for woody plants.
7:
0.0
Low-Flow Cutoff
Temperature (C)
PARAMETER 6
8:
0.0
High-Flow Cutoff Velocity
Thermocouple gap (cm) is the distance
(cm/s)
between the thermocouples in the Dynagage,
9:
00
Output
measured in cm. This value is determined by
10: 0000
Destination Input Location
Dynamax and is found in the Dynagage
[ _________ ]
documentation.
11:
0.0
Mult
12:
0.0
Offset
F2.3 FILTERS
F2.1 INPUT VOLTAGES

PARAMETER 1
Two predictable conditions may occur when the

output from the Dynagage is not valid. In these
cases, the output must be "filtered" so only
reasonable flow rates are processed. These
conditions are very low flow rates and high flow
rates, both of which cause dT to approach zero.
The values generally placed in Parameters 7
F-1

-1
and 8 are 0.5 C and 0.042 cm s , respectively.

These values should be used unless conditions
determined by the user indicate otherwise.
PARAMETER 7
Low-flow filter (0.5C). This filter sets the
reported flow rate (F) to zero if Qf is greater
than or equal to 0 and less than 20% of Qh, and
if dT is less than 0.5C.
When there is a zero flow rate in a very small
stem, dT approaches zero. In this situation the
flow rate (F) will be highly exaggerated if a
minor residual Qf exists. To avoid this, F is set
to zero. Negative flow rates, resulting from
negative dT readings, are also filtered out. This
may occur in small stems at night.
-1
The reported flow rate is set to -0.036 g h .

This alerts the user to the possible need of
adjusting Ksh. Ksh may not be perfectly set, and
it is possible that a large negative flow will
occur, which could adversely affect the flow
accumulator. The small negative number
(-0.036) will not adversely affect the flow
accumulator.
PARAMETER 8
-1
High Flow Filter (0.042 cm s ). This filter sets F
equal to a calculated theoretical maximum flow
(Fmax) if F is greater than Fmax. Fmax equals the
theoretical maximum velocity (Vmax) multiplied
by the cross sectional area of the stem
(Fmax = Vmax A).
This filter is used to protect the integrity of the
flow accumulator when the gage capacity to
measure F has been exceeded. When F is
exceptionally high, nearly all of the heat is
absorbed by the sap. As F continues to
increase, dT approaches zero asymptotically.
As dT becomes infinitesimal, previously
insignificant thermal noise from radiation or
other sources can cause a major exaggeration
-1
of F. The value 0.042 cm s for Vmax was
determined by Dynamax to be a typical
maximum. At the users option, Vmax (Parameter
8) can be increased or decreased when the
species under study is verified to be accurately
measured.
F2.4 INSTRUCTION OUTPUT

PARAMETER 9
Two output options are available.
Option 0
Option 1
-1
-1
Sapflow (g h )
-1
Kshapp (W mV )
Sapflow (g h )
-1
Kshapp (W mV )
dT (C)
power input (W)
Qv (Vertical Flux, W)
Qr (Radial Flux, W)
Qf (Sapflow Flux, W)
-1
F2.4.1 Sapflow (g h )
The calculated sap flow rate. If total sapflow is
desired, Output Processing Instruction 72 can
be used in conjunction with Instruction 67 to
totalize sap flow.
F2.4.2 Qf and dT
Qf is the residual energy that is assumed lost
through sap flow and is defined as:
Qf = Qh - (Qr + Qv)
The temperature difference, dT, is defined as:
dT = Upper TC - Lower TC
where the Upper TC is the thermocouple above
the heater and the Lower TC is the
thermocouple below the heater.
F2.4.3 Qr, Ksh, Kshapp
Qr, radial energy loss, is the loss of energy
through the cork and foam sheath on the
sensor. Ksh, the thermal conductivity constant,
is used to calculate Qr. Since Qr can be a large
percentage of the total energy loss, Ksh must be
determined accurately as outlined in the
Dynagage manual. The essence of the
procedure is to record Ksh (the second output of
Instruction 67, Kshapp) when there is no stem
flow such as at dawn. This value is then placed
-1
in Instruction 67, Parameter 2, Ksh (W mV ).
-1
Kshapp and Ksh (W mV ) have no effect on each
other in Instruction 67. Ksh must be determined
for each installation.
F2.4.4 Power Input (W)
Power input or Qh is calculated from the input
voltage and heater resistance: Qh = V/R.
F2.4.5 Qv (W)
Qv, or vertical energy loss, is the loss of energy
through the wood at the ends of the sensor not
associated with the heating of the sap.
F-2
Appendix A
If Par 7 0.0 then go to XXXXXX
Instruction P67 Processing
If Qf < (0.2*Pin) and If dT < Par 7, then Sapflow

= 0.0
Loc = input location assuming input locations 1,

2, 3, and 4 are used.
If Qf < (0.2*Pin) and If Qf < 0.0, then Sapflow =

- 0.00001
Par = Instruction P67 parameter.

XXXXXX
Pin = (Loc 4)*(Loc 4)/(Par 3)
If Par 8 0.0 then go to YYYYYY
Qv = (((Loc 3)-(Loc 2))/(4.0*(Par 6)))*(Par

4)*(Par 5)
Fmax = (Par 8)*(Par 4)
Qr = (Loc 1)*(Par 2)
If Sapflow > Fmax, the Sapflow = Fmax
Qf = Pin - Qv - Qr
YYYYYY
Kshapp = (Pin - Qv)/(Loc 1)
Sapflow = (Sapflow*(Par 11))+(Par 12)
dT = ((Loc 2+Loc 3)/2.0)*25.0
Transfer to Input Locations beginning with

Parameter 10, either short output or long output,
depending on Parameter 9.
Sapflow = Qf/(dT*4.186)
F-3
F-4
APPENDIX G. CALLBACK (CR23X INITIATED

TELECOMMUNICATIONS)
Callback is a joint feature of the CR23X and PC208W Datalogger Support Software. In common
datalogging applications, the PC calls the CR23X; with Callback, the CR23X is enabled to call the PC.
Callback is usually used to immediately notify operators via PC that an alarm condition exists. This
appendix also covers using the CR23Xs portion of Callback (Instruction P97) to initiate calls using a
voice synthesizer modem or calls to a pager service.
G.1 INTRODUCTION
Successful use of Callback requires precision
placement of hardware and software elements.
Success is usually achieved by first becoming
proficient with the simplest case, then
incrementally adding levels of complexity. If
possible, become familiar with Callback over a
simple RS232 connection (using the SC32A
Interface or SC929 Cable) before incorporating
telephone or radio options.
G.2 DEVELOPING A CALLBACK

APPLICATION
Suggested procedure:
1) Establish telecommunications with the
CR23X with the PC208W Datalogger
Support Software. For help in doing this,
consult the PC208W manual, PC208W onscreen help, and the CR23X manual.
Limited free telephone support is also
available from Campbell Scientific
applications engineers.
2) Modify the PC208W software to answer a
call. Three simple modifications are
required:
a) As shown in Figure G.2-1 go to
PC208W | Setup | COM(Port#) |
Hardware and check the box labeled
Allow Call-back On this Port. Also, set
the Callback baud rate equal to that
used in step 1 above. If in doubt, use a
baud rate of 1200. Setting the port to
allow callback may cause PC208W
storage module support to malfunction.
FIGURE G.2-1. Configuring COM Port for Callback

G-1
APPENDIX G. CALLBACK (CR23X INITIATED TELECOMMUNICATIONS)
b) As shown in Figure G.2-2 go to

PC208W | Setup | (StationName) |
Hardware and enter a 3 digit
identification code. The number you
choose should be unique to the station.

Make a note of the baud rate and 3 digit
code since these values will be used in
programming the CR23X.
FIGURE G.2-2. Entering Callback Identification Code
G-2
FIGURE G.2-3. Configuring a Task

c) As shown in Figure G.2-3, go to
PC208W | Setup and add Task1 to the
device map. Also go to PC208W |
Setup | Task1 | Hardware and enter the
name of the executable file that will
indicate an alarm.
3) Program the CR23X to make the call.
Section G.3 addresses CR23X
programming.
G.3 CR23X PROGRAMMING

The CR23X is programmed for Callback by the
use of Instruction P97 Initiate
Telecommunications. A detailed description of
each P97 parameter is given in Section 12.
Initially, set parameter 3 to 60 seconds; set
parameters 4, 5, and 6 to 0. Doing otherwise
increases the risk of large long distance
charges, dead datalogger batteries, and phone
calls in the middle of the night. After initial

success, parameters 3 through 6 can be
adjusted to refine the application.
In most examples below, the program
measures a 107 temperature probe once per 10
second interval and stores an average
temperature in final storage once per 1 minute
interval. If the air temperature exceeds 32C,
the computer is called, data saved to disk, and
a batch file executed to show a visual alarm
(batch file is not supplied by Campbell
Scientific).
G.3.1 RS232 APPLICATION
Following is an example program for use with a
CR23X connected to a computer via an SC32A
Optically Isolated RS232 Interface or an SC929
Interface Cable.
G-3
*Table 1 Program
01:
10

1:
1
Loc [ RefTemp ]
1:
1
Reps
2:
11
10 mV, Fast Range
3:
5
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5:
1
Ref Temp (Deg. C) Loc [ RefTemp ]
6:
2
Loc [ TempDegC ]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0
Offset
3: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
1
3:
10

4: Real Time (P77)

1:
1220
5: Average (P71)
1:
1
2:
2
Reps
Loc [ TempDegC ]
6: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
4
3:
31
4:
11
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
<
F
Set Flag 1 High
7: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
3
3:
32
4:
21
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
>=
F
Set Flag 1 Low
8: Initiate Telecommunications (P97)

1:
11
Direct CS IO/1200 Baud<<<<<<<<<<<Note Device / Baud Code
2:
1
Disabled when User Flag 1 is High
3:
120
Seconds Call Time Limit
4:
0
Seconds Before Fast Retry
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
0
Minutes before Slow Retry
7:
3
Failures Loc [ Failures ]
8:
123
Call-back ID
G-4
G.3.2 TELEPHONE / CELLULAR TELEPHONE

APPLICATION
CR23X connected to a computer via a COM200
Datalogger Telephone Modem, a COM300
*Table 1 Program
01:
10
Datalogger Telephone Modem in data mode, or

COM100 Cellular Transceiver. A modification
may be needed to the modem string in the
PC208W Setup screen. If the string contains
an &Q setting, it must be set to &Q0 for 1200
baud (&Q5 for 9600 baud).

1:
1
Loc [ RefTemp ]
1:
1
Reps
2:
11
10 mV, Fast Range
3:
5
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5:
1
6:
2
Loc [ TempDegC ]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0
Offset
3: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
1
3:
10

4: Real Time (P77)

1:
1220
5: Average (P71)
1:
1
2:
2
Reps
Loc [ TempDegC ]
6: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
4
3:
31
4:
11
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
<
F
Set Flag 1 High
7: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
2
2:
3
3:
32
4:
21
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
>=
F
Set Flag 1 Low
;*********Cell Transceiver Control Segment***********

;Include this segment only if a cell transceiver is
;used and controlled by the CR23X. Segment enables
;transceiver for 10 minutes, at the top of each hour,
;during routine operation, but turns cell phone on
;immediately if an alarm condition occurs.
G-5
8: If Flag/Port (P91) ;Enable Cell Transceiver if No Alarm

1:
11
2:
30
Then Do
9: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
60
3:
41

Set Port 1 High
10: If time is (P92)

1:
10
2:
60
3:
51

Set Port 1 Low
11: End (P95)

12: If Flag/Port (P91) ;Enable Cell Transceiver if Alarm
1:
21
Do if Flag 1 is Low
2:
30
Then Do
13: Do (P86)
1:
41
Set Port 1 High
14: End (P95)

;*****************************************************
1:
21
Phone Modem/1200 Baud<<<<<<<<<<<Note Device / Baud Code
2:
1
3:
120
4:
0
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
0
7:
3
8:
123
Call-back ID
16: Extended Parameters 4 Digit (P68)
1:
1
Option
2:
4
Option
3:
3
Option
4:
5
Option
5:
1
Option
6:
2
Option
7:
3
Option
8:
4
Option
1:
5
Option
2:
6
Option
3:
7
Option
4:
13
Option
5:
0
Option
6:
0
Option
7:
0
Option
8:
0
Option
G-6
; First Digit of Computer's Phone Number
; ASCII Decimal Termination Character
G.3.4 PAGER APPLICATION

Following is an example program that causes a
CR23X to call a pager in response to an alarm
condition. No data are transferred.
The first program segment (instructions 1
through 5) presets the P97 interrupt disable flag
on the first program execution only.
Input location [3] is used as a master control
register. If Flag 4 is low, then input location [3]
increments by 1. If input location [3] is <> 0, no
further callbacks will be attempted. This way the
number of attempts / pages from one alarm

event can be controlled. Location [3] must
manually be cleared to reset the pager alarm.
CR23X to pager communications are strictly
one-way, so the CR23X will not retry based on
the success or failure of the page. Commas
create a delay between the number being dialed
and page numbers being transmitted. Each
comma causes a 2-second delay. Specific
applications require the number of retries and
the delay to be determined by trial and error.
Four or five successful tests before deployment
are recommended.
*Table 1 Program
01:
10.0
;
;****************************************
;Interrupt disable flag is set high to prevent callback.
;Error location cleared.
;Flag transition states are preset.
;****************************************
;
1:
21
Do if Flag 1 is Low
2:
30
Then Do
2: Do (P86)
1:
11
Set Flag 1 High
3: Do (P86)
1:
14
Set Flag 4 High
4: Z=F (P30)
1:
0
2:
0
3:
4
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ ErrorLoc ]
5: Z=F (P30)
1:
1
2:
0
3:
5
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ new_flag ]
6: Z=F (P30)
1:
1
2:
0
3:
6
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ old_flag ]
7: End (P95)
1:
1
Loc [ RefTemp ]
G-7

1:
1
Reps
2:
11
10 mV, Fast Range
3:
5
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5:
1
6:
2
Loc [ TempDegC ]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0
Offset
;*************************************************
;If the error location has been incremented to 1 (CR23X
;has called pager twice), set Flag 4 high to disable page.
;*************************************************
10: IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
4
2:
1
3:
1
4:
14
X Loc [ ErrorLoc ]
=
F
Set Flag 4 High

1:
14
2:
30
Then Do
12: Z=F (P30)

1:
0
2:
0
3:
4
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ ErrorLoc ]
13: Z=F (P30)

1:
1
2:
0
3:
5
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ new_flag ]
14: End (P95)

;*********************************************
;Flag 8 is used as a page system override. If flag 8
;is high, the CR23X will not call the pager. This allows
;for the use of a timer to prevent call out after the
; initial attempt is made for a specified length of time.
;*********************************************
;
;*********************************************
;Old_flag / new_flag are used to catch the transition
;from a call out condition to a reset the flag condition.
;*********************************************
15: IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
6
2:
1
3:
0
4:
30
G-8
X Loc [ old_flag ]
=
F
Then Do
16: IF (X<=>F) (P89)

1:
5
2:
1
3:
1
4:
30
X Loc [ new_flag ]
=
F
Then Do
17: Z=F (P30)

1:
1
2:
0
3:
8
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ cntr_set ]
18: Do (P86)
1:
18
Set Flag 8 High
19: End (P95)

20: End (P95)
1:
28
2:
30
Do if Flag 8 is Low
Then Do
22: IF (X<=>F) (P89)

1:
2
2:
3
3:
32
4:
30
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
>=
F
Then Do
23: Do (P86)
1:
24
Set Flag 4 Low
24: Z=F (P30)

1:
0
2:
0
3:
5
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ new_flag ]
25: End (P95)

26: Else (P94)
27: Do (P86)
1:
14
Set Flag 4 High
28: End (P95)

;*****************************************
;Call counter disables the call out for 4 hours.
;This is based on a 10 second program scan rate.
;*****************************************
29: IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
9
2:
1
3:
1440
4:
30
X Loc [ CallCntr ]
=
F
Then Do
G-9
30: Z=F (P30)

1:
0
2:
0
3:
8
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ cntr_set ]
31: Z=F (P30)

1:
0
2:
0
3:
9
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [ CallCntr ]
32: Do (P86)
1:
28
Set Flag 8 Low
33: End (P95)

34: IF (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
8
2:
1
3:
1
4:
30
X Loc [ cntr_set ]
=
F
Then Do
35: Z=Z+1 (P32)

1:
9
Z Loc [ CallCntr ]
36: End (P95)

1:
21
Phone Modem/1200 Baud
2:
4
3:
30
4:
0
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
15
7:
4
Failures Loc [ ErrorLoc ]
8:
0
Data Logger ID
1:
1
Option
2:
8
Option
3:
0
Option
4:
1
Option
5:
7
Option
6:
5
Option
7:
0
Option
8:
9
Option
1:
5
Option
2:
3
Option
3:
4
Option
4:
44
Option
5:
6:
7:
8:
G-10
44
44
9
8
Option
Option
Option
Option
; ASCII digit, first digit in pager number
; Last digit in pager number

; ASCII Decimal Equivalent Comma (2 second
delay)
; ASCII digit, first digit in pager message

1:
7
Option
2:
3
Option
3:
4
Option
4:
13
Option
5:
00
Option
6:
00
Option
7:
00
Option
8:
00
Option
41: Z=X (P31)
1:
5
2:
6
; Termination Character
X Loc [ new_flag ]
Z Loc [ old_flag ]
G.3.5 GENERIC MODEM (CR23X OS 1.9 OR

HIGHER)
CR23X connected to a computer via a nonstandard modem link. Although other P97
modem options have pre-configured
telecommunications protocols, the generic
modem option requires that all transmit,
receive, and delay requirements be explicitly
programmed into the P68 instructions following
P97 in the CR23X program. The example
below requires the CR23X to wait 2 seconds

after an alarm is triggered, then transmit an
RS to the receiving modem. The RS must
be echoed by the receiving modem. After the
RS echo is received, the CR23X must transmit
an A, which must be echoed, then a B, which
must be echoed, and then a C which must be
echoed. The CR23X then transmits the station
identifying code, 123<CR>, which must be
echoed. Upon receiving the echoed 123<CR>,
the interrupt disable flag is set high and data
retrieval can begin.

1:
2
Loc [ RefTemp ]
1:
1
Reps
2:
11
10 mV, Fast Range
3:
5
DIFF Channel
4:
1
5:
2
6:
3
Loc [ TempDegC ]
7:
1.0
Mult
8:
0
Offset
3: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
1
3:
10

4: Real Time (P77)

1:
1220
5: Average (P71)
1:
1
2:
3
Reps
Loc [ TempDegC ]
G-11
6: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
3
2:
4
3:
31
4:
11
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
<
F
Set Flag 1 High
7: If (X<=>F) (P89)
1:
3
2:
3
3:
32
4:
21
X Loc [ TempDegC ]
>=
F
Set Flag 1 Low

1:
71
Generic Modem CS IO/1200 Baud
2:
1
3:
120
4:
0
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
0
7:
1
8:
123
Call-back ID
1:
87
Option ; W |Wait...
2:
20
Option ; 20 |...2 Seconds
3:
84
Option ; T |TXMT following...
4:
2
Option ; 2 |...2 bytes
5:
82
Option ; R |byte #1
6:
83
Option ; S |byte #2
7:
82
Option ; R |RCV following...
8:
2
Option ; 2 |...2 bytes
1:
82
Option ; R |byte #1
2:
83
Option ; S |byte #2
3:
69
Option ; E |TXMT/wait for echo...
4:
3
Option ; 3 |...of following 3 bytes
5:
65
Option ; A |byte #1
6:
66
Option ; B |byte #2
7:
67
Option ; C |byte #3
8:
13
Option ; |Termination
G-12
APPENDIX H
CALL ANOTHER DATALOGGER VIA PHONE OR RF
H.1 INTRODUCTION
Instructions 97, Initiate Telecommunications,
and 63, Extended Parameters can be used to
call another datalogger and collect data in input
locations. This function can only be
accomplished via phone or radio modems.
H.2 PROGRAMMING
Instruction 97 initiates the call and Instruction 63
specifies the dialing path and special options.
More than one Instruction 63 may be required.
The calling dataloggers program requires
Instructions 97 and 63 for each datalogger it
calls. Only one datalogger can be called with
each set of instructions.
H.3.1 INSTRUCTION 97
Many of the parameters in Instruction 97 dont
apply when being used to call another
datalogger. See Section 12 for more detailed
information on Instruction 97s parameters.
PAR.
NO.
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
DATA
TYPE
2
2
4
4
2
4
4
4
DESCRIPTION
Modem/Baud Option
Flag No. to Disable Instruction 97
Fast Retries
Minutes Before Slow Retry
Failures Loc :
Datalogger ID
When the calling datalogger executes

Instruction 97, it establishes communication and
then toggles a flag in the remote datalogger.
After a specified delay, the calling datalogger
monitors that same flag (in the remote
datalogger). When the calling datalogger
detects the flag is low, it collects the specified
input locations. The collected values are stored
in the calling dataloggers input locations
beginning at the location after the failure
location (Parameter 7 of Instruction 97).
Parameter 1
This specifies the first modem type to call out
through and the appropriate baud rate. See
Table H.3-1 for valid options. An RF modem is
in the SDC state when the 9th dip switch is
closed.
In the example below, the remote datalogger is

programmed to make measurements when its
flag 1 is high and then set flag 1 low. The
calling datalogger toggles flag 1 and then waits
until flag 1 is low to collect the data, insuring
that the input location values are transferred
after the desired measurements and processing
are complete.
Modem
300
RF, ME State
Phone (DC112/COM200)
Voice Data
RF, SDC State
00
20
40
50
Section H.2 covers programming requirements

for the calling CR23X. Section H.3 shows the
programming requirements for the remote
datalogger.
H.3 PROGRAMMING FOR THE

CALLING CR23X
Programming Example 2.1 uses a COM200
phone modem while Programming Example 2.2
uses a RF modem.
TABLE H.3-1. Option Code for Modem Type

and Baud Rate
Baud Rate
1200 9600
01
21
41
51
02
22
42
52
Parameter 2
This specifies the flag lowered in the calling
datalogger to initiate the call to the other
datalogger. This should not be confused with
the flag that the calling datalogger sets in the
remote datalogger (specified in Instruction 63).
Parameter 3
This is the total length of time the calling
datalogger will try to collect input locations from
the remote datalogger. The timer begins when
a call is initiated and includes the dialing time.
This timer must be long enough for the remote
datalogger to detect that a flag has been set
(i.e., long enough to allow for the execution
H-1
APPENDIX H. CALL ANOTHER DATALOGGER VIA PHONE OR RF
interval of the remote datalogger), make the

appropriate measurements, lower the flag, and
allow for the input location to be transferred.
Parameters 4, 5, and 8
These parameters dont apply when calling a
datalogger. Leave these options as 0.
Parameter 6
Normally this option is not used and should be
left as 0.
Standard datalogger to datalogger calls have a
delay of 2 seconds for the calling datalogger to
wait for all the input locations to be returned
from the remote datalogger. For long links such
as RF to RF through multiple repeaters, this
delay may not be sufficient. Parameter 6 can
be used as an extra user specified delay in units
of 0.01 seconds.
Parameter 7
This parameter specifies the location to store
the number of times the call fails. The collected
values are stored in the calling datalogger's
input locations beginning at the location after
the Failure Location.
H.3.2 INSTRUCTION 63
Instruction 63 is used to specify the dialing path
and special options for Instruction 97. More
than one Instruction 63 may be required.
Instruction 68 may be used instead of
instruction 63 when a 3 or 4 digit parameter
needs to be entered instead of the 2 digit
parameter allowed by Instruction 63.
The first set of the parameters are the phone
number or RF path. Each digit of the phone
number or an RF ID# goes into a separate
parameter.
Separate each RF ID# by a 32 (Space). After
the last RF ID#, enter a 70 (F).
If the phone modem at the remote site is a VS1,
after the last digit of the phone number you
need several 44s (,) then a 42 (), and then
a 9. Enough commas are needed so the VS1
has enough time to pickup the phone line and to
start talking. Normally 2 or 3 commas is
sufficient. These characters are required to tell
the remote VS1 to go into the data/computer
mode instead of voice.
After the last digit of the phone number
(including any voice codes) or RF path (after the
70), enter a 68 (D) as one parameter. This
H-2
tells the calling datalogger that it is calling

another datalogger.
The next two parameters indicate the number of
locations to retrieve and the beginning input
location to collect respectively. You can not
retrieve from input locations 255 or higher. You
are limited on the number of locations you may
collect per call.
The next parameter is used to specify the flag
to toggle and monitor in the remote datalogger.
The second to last parameter is the delay (in
units of 0.1 seconds) the calling datalogger
should wait before checking to see if the flag
has been reset. Once the calling datalogger
determines the flag has been reset, it collects
the data.
The last parameter needs to be a 13 to
terminate the call.
Programming Example 2.1: Calling CR23X
Using Phone Modem
Program: This program fragment calls a
datalogger at phone number '539 every 2
minutes. The CR23X toggles Flag 1 in the
remote datalogger to trigger measuring and
data collection. It collects 3 input locations
beginning at the remote dataloggers location 1.
These values are stored in locations 2, 3, and 4.
Flag Usage: Flag 2 is used to control
Instruction 97 (when to make the call). The
program need only set the flag low; Instruction
97 will set it high after a successful transfer.
*Table 1 Program
01:
1.0
1: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
2
3:
22

Set low Flag 2

1:
22
Phone Modem/9600 Baud
2:
2
3:
45
4:
0
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
0
7:
1
8: 0000
Data Logger ID

1:
5
Phone # = 539
2:
3
3:
9
4:
68
D to call datalogger
5:
3
# of Locs to collect
st
6:
1
1 Loc to collect
7:
1
Flag to toggle in Remote
Datalogger
8:
0
Delay
1:
13
Terminate character
2:
00
3:
00
4:
00
5:
00
6:
00
7:
00
8:
00
Programming Example 2.2: Calling CR23X
using RF modems
Program: This program fragment calls a
datalogger every 2 minutes at using the RF
Path of 4 10F (that is from the calling CR23X
to RF ID# 4 to RF ID# 10 at the remote site).
The CR23X toggles Flag 1 in the remote
datalogger to trigger measuring and data
collection. It collects 3 input locations beginning
at the remote dataloggers location 1. These
values are stored in locations 2, 3, and 4.
Flag Usage: Flag 2 is used to control
Instruction 97 (when to make the call). The
program need only set the flag low; Instruction
97 will set it high after a successful transfer.
*Table 1 Program
01:
1.0
1: If time is (P92)
1:
0
2:
2
3:
22

Set low Flag 2

1:
02
RF Modem/9600 Baud
2:
2
Disabled when User Flag 2
is High
3:
45
4:
0
5:
0
Fast Retries
6:
0
7:
1
8: 0000
Data Logger ID

1:
4
RF ID# of repeater site = 4
2:
32
Space
nd
3:
1
RF ID# of 2 site = 10
4:
0
5:
70
F
6:
68
D to call datalogger
7:
3
# of Locs to Collect
8:
1
1st Loc to Collect
1:
1
Flag to toggle in Remote
Datalogger
2:
0
Delay
3:
13
Terminate character
4:
0
5:
0
6:
0
7:
0
8:
0
H.4 REMOTE DATALOGGER

PROGRAMMING
The remote datalogger should be programmed
to detect when the specified flag is set high.
When the flag is set high, measurements and
processing are done; then the flag is set low.
Once the calling datalogger detects that the flag
is low, it collects the specified input locations.
Since the calling datalogger sets the flag by
toggling it, the remote datalogger should be
programmed so the flag is always low except
when the calling datalogger sets it. If the flag is
already high when the call occurs, the flag will
be toggled (setting it low), and the input
locations will be transferred immediately.
The calling datalogger may have to wait an entire
remote datalogger execution interval before the
flag set is detected. The execution interval in the
datalogger being called should be set to allow the
call to be completed within the time limit set in
Parameter 3 of Instruction 97 of the calling
datalogger.
Program example for a remote CR23X
Program: Measures battery voltage, and
internal and external temperatures in response
to a call from the calling datalogger.
Flag Usage: Flag 1 will be set high by the
calling datalogger. The flag is lowered after the
measurements are made.
H-3
* 1 Table 1 Programs
01:
1
01:
01:
02:
P91
11
30
If Flag
1 is set
Then Do
02:
01:
P10
1
Battery Voltage
Loc :
03:
01:
P17
2
Panel Temperature
Loc :
04:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P11
1
1
1
3
1
0
Temp 107 Probe

Rep
IN Chan
Excite all reps w/EXchan 1
Loc :
Mult
Offset
05:
01:
P86
21
Do
Set low Flag 1
06:
P95
End
07:
H-4
End Table 1
APPENDIX I. TD OPERATING SYSTEM ADDENDUM FOR

CR510, CR10X, AND CR23X MANUALS
TD OPERATING SYSTEM ADDENDUM FOR CR510, CR10X,

AND CR23X MANUALS
REVISION: 1/03
COPYRIGHT 2002-2003 CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC.
TABLE DATA ADDENDUM
TD and PakBus Operating System Addendum for

CR510, CR10X, and CR23X Manuals
AD1 Major Differences
Table Data (TD) operating systems have two major differences from the
standard operating systems: First - the namesake - in the way data are
stored internally and second, in the options available for transferring
that data to external devices. The standard operating systems support
both on site external storage (i.e., storage modules) that may be
manually retrieved and telecommunications. The TD operating systems
have more advanced telecommunication and networking capabilities but
do not support storage modules. There are two versions of the TD
operating system: TD and PakBus. The PakBus operating system
includes the PakBus communications protocol that allows some
additional communications options (Section 12); other features are the
same as the TD operating system.
The datalogger hardware and direct measurement capabilities are the
same in either case.
Feature
Table Data OS
Standard OS
Internal Data Storage
Multiple Data Tables, at least

one Table for each output
interval.
Record (a row of the table)
One or two Final Storage Areas.

Data Arrays output at different
intervals may share the same area
and are identified by ID.
Array
Field (a column of the table)
Element
A fixed number, determined by

the program
Generally fixed but conditional

elements possible. Determined
by program
Yes
Optional
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Simple commands with error
checking on data sent from
datalogger to computer
Term for a set of values output

together
Term for individual values
within the array or record
Number of elements or fields in
an array or record
Conditional Output
TimeStamps
At Site / Manual Data Transfer
Storage Module Support
Instruction 96 Serial Output
Instruction 98 Send Character
Telecommunications
Error Checking for data

Confirmation for Commands
Data Advise data automatically
sent (speeds multi-hop RF)
PakBus packet switching.
Supports Wireless Sensor
Support for Satellite
Transmitters
Analog Measurements
Pulse Measurements
Yes
Automatic
No
No
No
No
Commands protocol with error
checking on all commands and
responses. Feedback to confirm
commands have been accepted.
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes in PakBus
Yes in PakBus
No
No
No
Yes
No Difference
No Difference
No Difference
No Difference
AD-1
TABLE DATA ADDENDUM
AD2 Overview of Data Storage Tables

Within a data table, data is organized in records and fields. Each row in a
table represents a record and each column represents a field. To
understand the concept of tables it may be helpful to consider an example.
A CR10-TD is to be used to monitor 3 thermocouples (TC). Each hour a
temperature for each of the three TC is to be stored. The table has 4 fields
: "DATE_TIME TEMP1 TEMP2 TEMP3". Each hour a new "record"
would be added. The "hourly" table would then be organized as follows:
DATE_TIME
TEMP1 TEMP2 TEMP3
01/27/91 10:00:0023.5
01/27/91 11:00:0024.2
24.6
22.4
28.2
23.4
Only the hourly data is stored in the hourly table, Each output interval
has its own table. Data tables can also be "event driven" rather than
interval driven, that is a new record is stored when a specified event
occurs rather than based on time. Each table is completely independent
of any other tables and all records in a given table have the same
number of fields.
The TD operating system supports naming of tables and fields, so any
data value can be referenced by the table and field names. For example,
the temperature data for the first thermocouple is referenced as
"HOURLY.TEMP1". Computer software also allows the station to be
named. When multiple dataloggers are in use, this can be used to
reference specific data in the network. If, in the previous example, the
CR10T site was named DALLAS, the first thermocouple's data values
would be referenced by "DALLAS.HOURLY.TEMP1".
AD3 Converting an existing program to Table Based OS

This section is intended for those familiar with programming an Array
based datalogger.
AD3.1 Programming changes
AD-2
Remove all Record Real Time instructions (Instruction 77).
Remove all Serial Data Output and Serial Print instructions

(Instructions 96 and 98).
Remove all Initiate Telecommunication (callback) instructions

(Instruction 97).
Check all instructions which set the Output Flag (Flag 0). These
should be replaced with the Data Table Instruction (Instruction 84).
If the Set Active Storage Area instruction (Instruction 80) is used, it
should be removed as Instruction 84 provides this functionality.
Check all If Time Instructions (Instruction 92) as the units may

change from minutes to seconds. Any instruction 92 that sets the
output flag (Flag 0) is replaced by Instruction 84.
Check the Move Time To Input Location Instruction (Instruction

18) as some parameters have changed.
TABLE DATA ADDENDDUM
Check the Maximum and Minimum Instructions (Instructions 73

and 74) as there is only one option to store time with the value.
Edit Input Location labels removing all spaces and special

characters. Only letters, numbers, and the _ characters are
allowed. Labels should start with a letter.
Add labels for the Final Storage values. Use the same character as
are allowed for Input Location labels. See Section 2.1
AD3.2 Making the Changes with Edlog

Programs for Array based logger can be converted to Table Based using
EDLOG for most of the editing by doing the following:
1.
Make a copy of the original program with the name you want the
new program to have: Load the original into Edlog and Save As
the new name.
2.
Remove or comment out all Instructions 77, 96, 97, and 98. (first
three points in AD3.1, these instructions are not in the Table OS)
3.
Save the edited program and close it in Edlog.
4.
Edit the CSI file with a text editor (e.g., Notepad - Edlog will not
allow you to make and save this change) and add TD to the
datalogger type on the first line, for example, change:
;{CR10X}
to:
;{CR10X-TD}.
Save the CSI file and close the editor.
5.
Open the file with Edlog. Edlog should now recognize that the
program is for a table data OS.
6.
Add Instructions 84 where necessary and make the other necessary

changes.
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TABLE DATA ADDENDUM
AD4 Summary of Differences from the Datalogger Manual:

Section
Overview
Differences
Section 1
Section 1.5 A Mode is replaced by addendum the TD loggers

allocate memory differently.
Section 1.8 - *D Mode is replaced by TD Addendum TD loggers do
not support storeing multiple programs or Storage Modules. PakBus
Settings are added to the *D Mode.
Replaced entirely by TD Addendum.
Section 3.7.1 does not apply to the TD operating system which does
not use Output Flag 0.
Table 3.8-1 Valid Flag Commands are 11 19 to set high and 21- 29
to set Low. Because the TD operating system does not use Flag 0,
Commands 10 and 20 are not valid with the TD operating system.
Table 3.10-1 TD Addendum. has a corrected version
Does not apply: The TD operating system does not support External
Storage Peripherals.
Does not apply: The communications commands and protocol of the
TD operating system is different than that of the standard operating
systems. Campbell Scientific provides software for communications;
a description of the protocol is beyond the scope of this addendum.
Many of the peripherals discussed in section 6 are not supported by
the TD operating system.
No Change
Replaced entirely by TD Addendum.
Instruction 18 has some differences in the time options, see
addendum.
No Change
Instructions 73 and 74 have only one option for storing the time of
max or min (time is output as a quoted string).
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5
Section 6
Section 7
Section 8
Section 9
Section 10
Section 11
Figure OV2.1-2: See Figure 1.5-1 in Addendum.

Table OV3.2-1: See Table OV4.1-1 in TD Addendum.
OV4, OV5, OV6 :See TD Addendum.
Instruction 80 Set Active Storage Area, is not in the TD operating

system. Its functions are included in Instruction 84 Data Table.
Instruction 84 Data Table, sets the conditions and destination for
output data. This instruction is only in the TD operating system (see
TD Addendum..)
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TABLE DATA ADDENDDUM
Section 12
The TD operating system does not use the output Flag 0.

Commands dealing with it are not valid.
Instruction 92 There is no option for minutes, time is in seconds
only.
Instructions Not In TD OS:
Instruction 96 Serial Output
Instruction 98 Send Character
Instruction 111 Load Program from Flash
New Instructions for PakBus:
Section 13
Instruction 190 Send or Get Input Locations

Instruction 191 One way Final Storage Data Transfer
Instruction 192 PakBus Message
Instruction 193 Wireless Network Master Control
Instruction 194 Time Until Transmit
Instruction 195 Set Clock from Address
Instruction 196 Wireless Remote
Instruction 197 Force Route Through Address
No Change
Section 14
No Change
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TABLE DATA ADDENDUM
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MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL MODULE OVERVIEW

While this section of the addendum references the CR10X, everything but the measurement instructions
in the example programs applies to the other dataloggers as well.
Table OV3.2-1 in the CR10X Manual is incorrect for the TD operating system. See Table OV4.1-1 below.
The following sections OV4, OV5, and OV6 replace those in the CR10X Manual.

A program is created by entering it directly into
the datalogger or into a computer using the
LOGGERNET program EDLOG. This manual
describes direct interaction with the CR10X.
Work through the direct programming examples
in this overview before using EDLOG and you
will know the basics of CR10X operation as well
as an appreciation for the help provided by the
software. Section OV4.5 describes options for
loading the program into the CR10X.
OV4.1 FUNCTIONAL MODES
CR10X/User interaction is broken into different
functional MODES (e.g., programming the
measurements and output, setting time, etc.).
The modes are referred to as Star (*) Modes
since they are accessed by first keying *, then
the mode number or letter. Table OV4.1-1 lists
the CR10X Modes.
OV4.2 KEY DEFINITION
Keys and key sequences have specific functions
when using the CR10KD keyboard or a computer
in the remote keyboard state (Section 5). Table
OV4-2 lists these functions. In some cases, the
exact action of a key depends on the mode the
CR10X is in and is described with the mode in the
manual.
When using a computer/terminal to
communicate with the CR10X
(Telecommunications) there are some keys
available in addition to those found on the
CR10KD. Table OV4.2-2 lists these keys.
TABLE OV4.1-1. * Mode Summary

Key Mode
*0
LOG data and indicate active Tables
*1
Program Table 1
*2
Program Table 2
*3
Program Table 3, subroutines only
*5
Display/set real time clock
*6
Display/alter Input Storage data,

toggle flags and ports
*7
Display Data Storage Table data
*9
Display Data Storage Table sizes
*A
Memory allocation/reset
*B
Signature/status
*C
Security
TABLE OV4.2-1. Key Description/Editing

Functions
Key
Action
0-9
Key numeric entries into display
Enter Mode (followed by Mode

Number)
Enter/Advance
Back up
Change the sign of a number or index

an input location to loop counter
Enter the decimal point
Clear the rightmost digit keyed into

the display
#A
Advance to next instruction in

program table (*1, *2, *3)
#B
Back up to previous instruction in

program table.
#D
Delete entire instruction

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TABLE OV4.2-2. Additional Keys Allowed in

Telecommunications
Key
Action
Change Sign, Index (same as C)
CR
Enter/advance (same as A)
OV4.3 PROGRAMMING SEQUENCE

In routine applications, the CR10X measures
sensor output signals, processes the
measurements over some time interval and
stores the processed results. A generalized
programming sequence is:
1. Enter the execution interval. In most cases,
the execution interval is determined by the
desired sensor scan rate.
2. Enter the Input/Output instructions required
to measure the sensors.
3. If processing in addition to that provided by
the Output Processing Instructions (step 5)
is required, enter the appropriate
Processing Instructions.
4. Enter the Data Table Instruction 84 to test
the output condition and output when the
condition is met. For example, use
Instruction 84 to output based on time.
Instruction 84 to output every execution
interval.
Instruction 84 to output based on a
Program Flag.
This instruction must precede the Output
Processing Instructions which store data in
a Data Storage Table. Instructions are
described in Sections 9 through 12.
5. Enter the Output Processing Instructions to
store processed data in the Data Storage
Table. The order in which data are stored
is determined by the order of the Output
Processing Instructions in the table.
6. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional
outputs on different intervals or conditions.
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NOTE: The program must be executed for

output to occur. Therefore, the interval
specified with the Data Table Instruction is
set must be evenly divisible by the execution
interval. For example, with a 2 minute
execution interval and a 5 minute output
interval, the program will only be executed
on the even multiples of the 5 minute
intervals, not on the odd. Data will be output
every 10 minutes instead of every 5 minutes.
Execution intervals are synchronized with
midnight. Output intervals set with Instruction
84 are synchronized with real time starting at
midnight, January 1, 1990.
OV4.4 INSTRUCTION FORMAT
Instructions are identified by an instruction
number. Each instruction has a number of
parameters that give the CR10X the information
it needs to execute the instruction.
The CR10X Prompt Sheet has the instruction
numbers in red, with the parameters briefly
listed in columns following the description.
Some parameters are footnoted with further
description under the "Instruction Option Codes"
heading.
For example, Instruction 73 stores the
maximum value that occurred in an Input
Storage location over the output interval. The
instruction has three parameters (1)
REPetitionS, the number of sequential Input
Storage locations on which to find maxima, (2)
TIME, an option of storing the time of
occurrence with the maximum value, and (3)
LOC the first Input Storage location operated on
by the Maximum Instruction. The codes for the
TIME parameter are listed in the "Instruction
Option Codes".
The repetitions parameter specifies how many
times an instruction's function is to be repeated.
For example, four 107 thermistor probes may be
measured with a single Instruction 11, Temp-107,
with four repetitions. Parameter 2 specifies the
input channel of the first thermistor (the probes
must be connected to sequential channels).
Parameter 4 specifies the Input Storage location in
which to store measurements from the first
thermistor. If location 5 were used and the first
probe was on channel 1, the temperature of the
thermistor on channel 1 would be stored in input
TD ADDENDUMOVERVIEW
location 5, the temperature from channel 2 in input

location 6, etc.
Detailed descriptions of the instructions are
given in Sections 9-12. Entering an instruction
into a program table is described in OV5.
OV4.5 ENTERING A PROGRAM
Programs are entered into the CR10X in one of
two ways:
1. Keyed in using the CR10X keyboard
2. Stored on disk/seat from computer
A program is created by keying it directly into
the datalogger as described in Section OV5, or
on a PC using EDLOG.
EDLOG is used to develop programs for
Campbell Scientific CR10X dataloggers.
EDLOG is a prompting editor for writing and
documenting programs for Campbell Scientific
CR10X dataloggers. Program files developed
with EDLOG can be downloaded directly to the
CR10X using NetAdmin. NetAdmin supports
communication via direct wire, telephone, or
Radio Frequency (RF).
description of the parameters. Using the

Prompt Sheet while going through these
examples will help you become familiar with its
format. Sections 9-12 have more detailed
descriptions of the instructions.
With the Wiring Panel connected to the CR10X,
hook up the power leads as described in
Section OV1.2. Next, connect the CR10X to
either a CR10KD Keyboard/Display or the
computer (Section OV3). The programming
steps in the following examples use the
keystrokes possible on the keyboard/display.
With a terminal, some responses will be slightly
different.
If the CR10KD is connected to the CR10X when
it is powered up, the display will show:
Display
HELLO
after a few seconds delay

:96

We will start with a simple programming
example. There is a brief explanation of each
step to help you follow the logic. When the
example uses an instruction, find it on the
Prompt Sheet and follow through the
Explanation
On power-up, the CR10X
displays "HELLO" while it checks
the memory (this display occurs
only with the CR10KD).
The size of the machine's total

memory (RAM plus 32 K of
ROM), in this case 96K

In this example the CR10X is programmed to
read its own internal temperature (using a built
in thermistor) every 5 seconds and to send the
results to Final Storage.
Key
Display
Explanation
*
1
A
5
A
00:00
01:00
01:0.0000
01:5
01:P00
17
01:P17
A
1
A
01:0000
01:1
02:P00
Enter mode.
Enter Program Table 1.
Advance to execution interval (In seconds)
Key in an execution interval of 5 seconds.
Enter the 5 second execution interval and advance to
the first program instruction location.
Key in Instruction 17 which directs the CR10X to
measure the internal temperature in degrees C. This is
an Input/Output Instruction.
Enter Instruction 17 and advance to the first parameter.
The input location to store the measurement, location 1.
Enter the location # and advance to the second
program instruction.
The CR10X is now programmed to read the internal temperature every 5 seconds and place the reading
in Input Storage Location 1. The program can be compiled and the temperature displayed.
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TD ADDENDUMOVERVIEW
Key
(ID:Data)
Explanation
*0
LOG 1
*6
A
06:0000
01:21.234
Exit Table 1, enter *0 Mode, compile table and begin

logging.
Enter *6 Mode (to view Input Storage).
Advance to first storage location. Panel temperature is
21.234C (the display will show the actual
temperature).
Wait a few seconds:

01:21.423
*1
2A
01:00
02:P00
84
A
02:P84
01:0.0000
01:0
A
0
02:0.000
02:0
A
1000
03:0.0000
03:1000.00
03:P00
70
03:P70
01:0000
1
A
01:1
02:0000
02:1
A
*
0
04:P00
00:00
LOG 1
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The CR10X has read the sensor and stored the result
again. The internal temp is now 21.423C. The value
is updated every 5 seconds when the table is executed.
At this point the CR10X is measuring the temperature
every 5 seconds and sending the value to Input
Storage. No data are being saved. The next step is to
have the CR10X send each reading to Final Storage.
Exit *6 Mode. Enter program table 1.
Advance to 2nd instruction location (this is where we
left off).
This is the Data Table Instruction.
Enter 84 and advance to the first parameter (which is
the time into the interval).
This parameter determines when in the output internal
data is stored. 0 stores data on the even interval.
Enter 0 and advance to the second parameter.
This parameter specifies the output interval. 0 stores
data each execution.
Enter 0 and advance to third parameter.
This parameter specifies how many records to store in
the table before overwriting the oldest. For this
example, keep 1000 records.
Enter 1000 and advance to the third program
instruction.
The SAMPLE instruction. It directs the CR10X to take
a reading from an Input Storage location and send it to
Final Storage (an Output Processing Instruction).
Enter 70 and advance to the first parameter
(repetitions).
There is only one input location to sample; repetitions = 1.
Enter 1 and advance to second parameter (Input
Storage location to sample).
Input Storage Location 1, where the temperature is
stored.
Enter 1 and advance to fourth program instruction.
Exit Table 1.
Enter *0 Mode, compile program, log data.
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This second example is more representative of a
real-life data collection situation. Once again the
internal temperature is measured, but it is used
as a reference temperature for the differential
voltage measurement of a type T (copperconstantan) thermocouple; the CR10X should
have arrived with a short type T thermocouple
connected to differential channel 5.
When using a type T thermocouple, the copper
lead (blue) is connected to the high input of the
differential channel, and the constantan lead
(red) is connected to the low input.
A thermocouple produces a voltage that is
proportional to the difference in temperature
between the measurement and the reference
junctions.
To make a thermocouple (TC) temperature
measurement, the temperature of the reference
junction (in this example, the approximate panel
temperature) must be measured. The CR10X
takes the reference temperature, converts it to
the equivalent TC voltage relative to 0C, adds
the measured TC voltage, and converts the
sum to temperature through a polynomial fit to
the TC output curve (Section 13.4).
The internal temperature of the CR10X is not a
suitable reference temperature for precision
thermocouple measurements. It is used here
for the purpose of training only. To make
thermocouple measurements with the CR10X,
purchase the Campbell Scientific Thermocouple
Reference, Model CR10XCR (Section 13.4) and
make the reference temperature measurement
with Instruction 11.
Instruction 14 directs the CR10X to make a
differential TC temperature measurement. The
first parameter in Instruction 14 is the number of
times to repeat the measurement. Enter 1,
because in this example there is only one
thermocouple. If there were more than 1 TC,
they could be wired to sequential channels, and
the number of thermocouples entered for
repetitions. The CR10X would automatically
advance through the channels sequentially and
measure all of the thermocouples.
per degree C difference in temperature between

the two junctions. The 2.5 mV scale will
provide a range of 2500/40 = 62.5C (i.e.,
this scale will not overrange as long as the
measuring junction is within 62.5C of the panel
temperature). The resolution of the 2.5 mV
range is 0.33 V or 0.008C.
Parameter 3 is the analog input channel on
which to make the first, and in this case only,
measurement. Parameter 4 is the code for the
type of thermocouple used. This information is
located on the Prompt Sheet or in the
description of Instruction 14 in Section 9. The
code for a type T (copper-constantan)
thermocouple is 1.
which the reference temperature is stored.
which to store the measurement (or the first
measurement; e.g., if there are 5 repetitions
and the first measurement is stored in location
3, the final measurement will be stored in
location 7). Parameters 7 and 8 are the
multiplier and offset. A multiplier of 1 and an
offset of 0 outputs the reading in degrees C. A
multiplier of 1.8 and an offset of 32 converts the
reading to degrees F.
In this example, the sensor is measured once a
minute, and the average temperature is output
every hour. Once a day the maximum and
minimum temperatures and the times they occur
will be output.
The first example described program entry one
keystroke at a time. This example does not
show the "A" key. Remember, "A" is used to
enter and/or advance (i.e., between each line in
the example below). This format is similar to
the format used in EDLOG.
It's a good idea to have both the manual and the
Prompt Sheet handy when going through this
example. You can find the program instructions
and parameters on the Prompt Sheet and can
read their complete definitions in the manual.
To obtain daily output, the Data Table
instruction is followed by the Output Instructions
to store the daily maximum and minimum
temperatures and the time each occurs.
Parameter 2 is the voltage range to use when

making the measurement. The output of a type
T thermocouple is approximately 40 microvolts
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TD ADDENDUMOVERVIEW
SAMPLE PROGRAM 2
Instruction #
(Loc:Entry)
Parameter
(Par#:Entry)
Description
*1
Enter Program Table 1
01:60
60 second (1 minute) execution interval
Key "#D"
repeatedly until
is displayed
01:P00
Erase previous Program before continuing.
01:1
Measure internal temperature

Store temp in Location 1
01:1
02:1
03:5
04:1
05:1
06:2
07:1
08:0
Measure thermocouple temperature (differential)

1 repetition
Range code (2.5 mV, slow)
Input channel of TC
TC type: copper-constantan
Reference temp is stored in Location 1
Store TC temp in Location 2
Multiplier of 1
No offset
01:0
02:3600
03: 0
Data Table Instruction

0 seconds into the interval
3600 second (60 min.) internal
Automatically allocate # of records
01:P17
02:P14
03:P84
The CR10X is programmed to measure the thermocouple temperature every sixty seconds.
The CR10X automatically allocates the number of records. Time information is automatically
stored. Next the output instruction for the average is added.
Instruction #
(Loc.:Entry)
Parameter
(Par.#:Entry)
04:P71
01:1
02:2
Average instruction
One repetition
Location 2 - source of TC temps. to be averaged
01:0
02:86400
03:0
Data Table Instruction

0 seconds into the interval
86400 second interval (24 hrs.)
Automatically allocate # of records
01:1
02:1
03:2
Maximize instruction
One repetition
Output the time of the daily maximum
01:1
02:1
03:2
Minimize instruction
One repetition
Output the time of the daily minimum
05:P84
06: P73
07: P74
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Description
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The program to make the measurements and send the desired data to Final Storage has been
entered. The program is complete. The clock must now be set so that the date and time tags
are correct. (Here the example reverts back to the key by key format.)
Key
Display
Explanation
*5
A
00:21:32
05:01.01
Enter *5 Mode. Clock running but not set correctly.

Advance to month-day (MMDD).
1004
05:1004
Key in MMDD (Oct 4 in this example).
05:1990
Enter and advance to location for year.
1994
05:1994
Key in year.
05:00:21
Enter and advance to location for hours and minutes

(24 hr. time).
1324
05:1324
Key in hrs.:min. (1:24 PM in this example).
05:27.250
Key in seconds
30
05:30
13:24:30
Clock set and running. Changes made when A was

pressed.
*0
LOG 1
Exit *5, compile Table 1, commence logging data.
OV5.3 EDITING AN EXISTING PROGRAM

When editing an existing program in the
CR10X, entering a new instruction inserts the
instruction; entering a new parameter replaces
the previous value.
To insert an instruction, enter the program table
and advance to the position where the
instruction is to be inserted (i.e., P in the data
portion of the display) key in the instruction
number, and then key A. The new instruction
will be inserted at that point in the table,
advance through and enter the parameters.
The instruction that was at that point and all
instructions following it will be pushed down to
follow the inserted instruction.
An instruction is deleted by advancing to the
instruction number (P in display) and keying #D
(Table 4.2-1).
To change the value entered for a parameter,
advance to the parameter and key in the correct
value then press A. Note that the new value is
not entered until A is keyed.
OV6. DATA RETRIEVAL OPTIONS

Data is retrieved over some form of
telecommunications link, whether it be RF
(radio), telephone, short haul modem, coaxial
cable (mulitdrop) , or direct link. The table data
operating system does not support on-line
output to peripheral storage devices (see Figure
OV 6.1-1).
The retrieval of data does NOT erase those
data from the Data Storage Tables in Final
Storage. The data remains in the table ring
memory until:
The are written over by new records of data.
(Section 2.1)
Input Storage memory is reallocated
(Section 1.5)
The datalogger program is changed and
compiled.
Power to the datalogger is turned off.
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TD ADDENDUMOVERVIEW
DATALOGGER
MD9
MULTIDROP
INTERFACE
COAXIAL
CABLE
MD9
MULTIDROP
INTERFACE
SC12 CABLE
RF95 RF
MODEM
COM210
PHONE
MODEM
SC932
INTERFACE
RF100/RF200
TRANSCIEVER
W/ ANTENNA
& CABLE
SRM-6A RAD
SHORTHAUL
MODEM
SC32A
RS-232
INTERFACE
2 TWISTED
PAIR WIRES
UP TO 5 MI.
RF100/RF200
TRANSCIEVER
W/ ANTENNA &
CABLE
COM100
CELLULAR
PHONE
PHONE
LINE
SC12 CABLE
SC532
RS-232
INTERFACE
RF232 RF
BASE
STATION
SRM-6A RAD
SHORTHAUL
MODEM
COMPUTER
HAYES
COMPATIBLE
PHONE
MODEM
RS-232
CABLE
ASYNCHRONOUS SERIAL
COMMUNICATIONS PORT
NOTES:
1. ADDITIONAL METHODS OF DATA RETRIEVAL ARE:

A. SATELLITE TRANSMISSION
B. DIRECT DUMP TO PRINTER
C. VOICE PHONE MODEM TO VOICE PHONE OR PC WITH HAYES COMPATIBLE
PHONE MODEM
2. THE DSP4 HEADS UP DISPLAY ALLOWS THE USER TO VIEW DATA IN INPUT
STORAGE. ALSO BUFFERS FINAL STORAGE DATA AND WRITES IT TO
CASSETTE TAPE, PRINTER OR STORAGE MODULE.
3. ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC RS-232 INTERFACES HAVE A FEMALE 25 PIN RS-232
CONNECTOR.
FIGURE OV6.1-1. Data Retrieval Hardware Options
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Sections 1.5 and 1.8 are replaced by the following sections.
1.5 MEMORY ALLOCATION - A

1.5.1 INTERNAL MEMORY
When powered up with the keyboard display
attached, the CR10KD displays HELLO while
performing a self check. The total system
memory is then displayed in K bytes. The size
of memory can be displayed in the B mode.
Input Storage is used to store the results of
Input/Output and Processing Instructions. The
values stored in input locations may be
displayed using the 6 Mode (Section 1.3).
Final Storage holds stored data for a
permanent record. Output Instructions store
data in Final Storage Data Tables. The data in
Final Storage can be monitored using the 7
Mode (Section 2.3).
Intermediate Storage is a scratch pad for

Output Processing Instructions. It is used to
store the results of intermediate calculations
necessary for averages, standard deviations,
histograms, etc. Intermediate Storage is not
accessible by the user.
Each Input or Intermediate Storage location
requires 4 bytes of memory. Each Final
Storage location requires 2 bytes of memory.
Low resolution data points require 1 Final
Storage location and high resolution data points
require 2. Section 2 describes Final Storage
and data retrieval in detail.
Figure 1.5-1 lists the basic memory functions
and the amount of memory allotted to them.
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TD ADDENDUM SECTION 1. FUNCTIONAL MODES
Flash Memory
(EEPROM)
Operating System
(96 Kbytes-CR10X)
(128 Kbytes-CR23X)
How it works:
the datalogger, the program is
compiled in SRAM and stored in the
Active Program areas. If the
datalogger is powered off and then on,
the Active Program is loaded from
Flash and run.
Active Program
(16 Kbytes)
Input and Final

Storage Lables
(16 Kbytes)

the user.
Table Data Operating Systems Save
Input Storage and Final Storage
Lables.
Flash Memory, increases Final Storage
by 524,288 data values per Mbyte.
lines:
can be re-sized.)
SRAM
Total 128 Kbytes
32K SRAM
Main Memory
System Memory
Active Program
(automatically allocated)
Input Storage
default: 28 locations
(Size Set with *A)
(automatically allocated)
PakBus Routing Table
(Size Set with *D 15)
PakBus Settings
(Size Set with *A)
96K SRAM
Final Storage Data
Tables
Flash EEPROM
Optional in CR10X
Final Storage
(Additional 524,288
locations per Mbyte)
FIGURE 1.5-1. Datalogger Memory

1.5.2 A MODE
The A Mode is used to 1) check the size of Input
Storage, Intermediate Storage, Final Storage,
Program Memory; PakBus and user Settings
memory 2) check the number of bytes remaining in
Flash Program memory; Main Memory, and Label
Memory 3) change the memory allotted to Input
Locations and Settings; and 5) to completely reset
the datalogger.
When A is entered, the first number displayed
is the number of memory locations allocated to
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Input Storage. The "A" key is used to advance

through the next 6 windows. Table 1.5-2
describes what the values in the A Mode
represent.
The sizes of Input Storage and Settings Memory
may be altered by keying in the desired value and
entering it by keying "A".

TABLE 1.5-2. Description of A Mode Data
Keyboard
Entry
Display
ID: Data
01: XXXX
02: XXXX
03: XXXXX
04: XXXXX
05:
A
A
A
06:
07:
06:
Description of Data
Input Storage Locations (minimum of 28, maximum of 6655,
but the usable maximum is less than this because intermediate
and program storage require some of this memory). This value
can be changed by keying in the desired number.
Intermediate Storage Locations (maximum limited by available
memory and constraints on Input and Final Storage). The
CR10X-TD will assign the exact number needed for the active
program. The CR10X-TD erases all data whenever the program
is changed and compiled.
Final Storage Locations (minimum of 0, maximum limited by
available memory). Changing this number automatically
reallocates Final Storage Area 1.
Bytes allocated for user program. The CR10X-TD will assign the
exact number needed. The CR10X-TD erases all data whenever
the program is changed and compiled. Key in 98765 to
completely reset datalogger.
Bytes free in Flash Memory for active program. The user
cannot change this window. It is a function of window 5 and the
program.
PakBus and user Settings memory
Main Memory Free
Label Bytes Free
The maximum size of of Final Storage is

determined by the memory installed (Table 1.51). The size of Final Storage and the rate at
which data are stored determines how long it
will take for Final Storage to fill, at which point
new data will write over old.
Twenty-eight is the minimum number of Input
locations allowed. Intermediate Storage and
Final Storage are erased when the number of
Input locations is changed. This feature may be
used to clear memory without altering
programming. The number of locations does
not actually need to be changed; the same
value can be keyed in and entered.
Intermediate Storage and Program Memory are
automatically allocated. All data are erased any
time the program is changed and compiled. If
there is not enough memory available in the
32K Main Memory for the Intermediate Storage
required by the current program, the "E:04"
ERROR CODE will be displayed in the 0, 6,
and B Modes.
After repartitioning memory, the program must be
recompiled. Compiling erases Intermediate
Storage. Compiling with 0 erases Input Storage;
compiling with 6 leaves Input Storage unaltered
(If its size was unchanged).
ENTERING 98765 in the program memory

window 6 COMPLETELY RESETS THE CR10X.
All memory is erased including the program and
memory is checked. Memory allocation returns
to the default. The reset operation requires
approximately 1 minute for a CR10X, 5 minutes
for a CR10X-1M, and 10 minutes for a CR10X2M. Please be patient while the reset takes
place; if the CR10X is turned off in the middle of
a reset, it will perform the reset the next time it is
powered up.
1.6 MEMORY TESTING AND SYSTEM

STATUS - B
No changes from standard operating system,
see datalogger manual.
1.7 C MODE -- SECURITY

No changes from standard operating system,
see datalogger manual.
1.8 D MODE TRANSFER

PROGRAMS, GENERAL SETTINGS
The D Mode is used to transfer datalogger
programs between a datalogger and a
computer, to erase a program, to set the degree
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to which memory is cleared on powerup, to set

the PakBus ID, and to set communication to full
or half duplex.
CSI datalogger support software makes use of the
D Mode to upload and download programs from a
computer. Appendix C gives some additional
information on Commands 1 and 2 that are used
for these operations.
When "D" is keyed in, the CR10X will display
"13:00". A command (Table 1.8-1) is entered
by keying the command number and "A".
TABLE 1.8-1. D Mode Commands
Command
1
2
2-3
7
10
12
15
16
17
18
19
Description
Send (Print) ASCII Program
Load ASCII Program, 0 Compile
Load ASCII Program, 6 Compile
# Rings Before Answering Phone
Erase Current Program
Set Powerup Options
Set Initial Baud
PakBus Address/Routing Table
Memory for General Purpose File
PakBus Routing Table
PakBus Beacon Interval
PakBus Neighbor List
If the CR10X program has not been compiled

when the command to save a program is entered,
it will be compiled before the program is saved.
When a program is loaded, it is immediately
compiled and run. When a command is complete,
"13:0000" is displayed; D must be entered again
before another command can be given.
TABLE 1.8-2. Program Load Error Codes
E 94
E 95
E 96
E 97
E 98
E 99
Program Storage Area full

Program does not exist in flash
Storage Module not connected or
wrong address
Data not encountered within 30 sec.
Uncorrectable errors detected
Wrong type of file or Editor Error
TABLE 1.8-3 Deleting Current Datalogger

Program
Key entry
D
7A
You may now enter:

0A
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Erase active program (i.e., load a

blank program; memory allocation
and Final Storage are reset).
1.8.2 PROGRAM TRANSFER WITH STORAGE

MODULE
Not supported in Table Data Operating
Systems.
1.8.3 FULL/HALF DUPLEX
Not supported in Table Data Operating
Systems.
1.8.4 SET DATALOGGER ID
Command 8 not supported in Table Data
Operating Systems.
1.8.5 SETTING POWERUP OPTIONS
Setting options for the Program on Powerup
allows the user to specify what information to
retain from when the datalogger was last on.
This allows Flag/Port status, the User Timer,
and the Input/Intermediate Storage to be
cleared or not cleared.
Table 1.8-8. Setting Powerup Options
Key entry
D
10A
Display
13:00
10:0X
Where X is the powerup option currently

selected. You may now change the option:
0A
Clears input locations, ports, flags, user

timer, and intermediate storage locations.
1A
Clears intermediate storage only (leaves

Input Storage, Flags/Ports, and User Timer
as is).
2A
Doesnt clear anything.
1.8.1 ERASING CURRENT PROGRAM

The 7 command may be used to delete the
current program as show in Table 1.8-3.
Display
13:00
07:00
1.8.6 SET INITIAL BAUD

for setting the initial baud rate. Setting the initial
baud rate forces the CR10X to try the selected
baud rate first when connecting with a device.
TABLE 1.8-9. Set Initial Baud Rate / Set
RS232 Power
Key
Entry
Display
Comments
*D
13:00
Enter Command
12A
12:00
Connect Baud Rate

Enter Baud Rate Code X
(Table 1.8-11).
TABLE 1.8-10. Baud Rate Codes

X=0
X=1
X=2
X=3
TABLE 1.8-11. PakBus Address and

Routing Table
Key
Entry
Display
Comments
*D
13:00
Enter Command
15A
15:xxxx
PakBus Address , Enter zero if

the datalogger is not to be used
as a PakBus device (1..4094 is
legal, the default is 1)
01:xxxx
If the datalogger is to be used a

a router, enter the maximum
number of nodes (PakBus
Addresses) to allocate space
for in the pakbus network. 0 =
leafnode, <>0 = router
02:xxxx
Enter the maximum number of

neighbors in the pakbus
network to allocate space for.
This parameter is used only if
datalogger is used as a router
(01: is non-zero).
03:xxxx
Enter maximum number of

routers in the pakbus network
to allocate space for. This
parameter is used only if
datalogger is used as a router
(01: is non-zero).
04:xxxx
Enter the PakBus address for a

default router (1..4094, 0 for no
default router). The default
router is used for a message if
the destination PakBus
address is not in the routing
table. A router discovering new
routes will not explore beyond
its own default router.
300 Baud
1200 Baud
9600 Baud
76.8 K Baud
1.8.7 SET PROGRAM COMPILE OPTION

Command 13 is not supported in Table Data
operating systems.
1.8.8 SET PAKBUS ADDRESS
*D 15 allows the user to set the PakBus
Address of the datalogger and to set the
maximum size for its routing table.
The memory for a routing table comes out of

the pool for program, input locations, and
intermediate storage.
The total number of bytes used for the routing
table =
Nodes x 12
+ Neighbors x 8
+ Routers x 6
+ (Routers x (Nodes Routers) + (Routers
x (Routers 1))/2) x 4
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The *D15 entries are sent when the program is

retrieved. They can also be set like other *D
settings via the DLD file.
1.8.11 SET PAKBUS ROUTER BEACON

INTERVAL
TABLE 1.8-13. Set Beacon interval
1.8.9 ALLOCATE MEMORY FOR GENERAL

PURPOSE FILES
*D16:xx
;allocate xx 64K byte chunks of

memory for general purpose files.
The area comes out of final storage
space. Files are stored in a circular
buffer (ring memory) in this space.
1.8.10 VIEW ROUTING TABLE
Key
Entry
Display
Comments
*D
13:00
Enter Command
18A
Enter the beacon interval

settings
01:xxxx
Enter the Interval (seconds) for

SDC7
02:xxxx

SDC8
03:xxxx

CS I/O Pin Enabled, 9600 baud
04:xxxx

RS232, 9600 baud (CR23X
only)
*D17 allows viewing the current routing table

information. This is view only.
TABLE 1.8-12. Values in Routing Table
Key
Entry
Display
Comments
*D
13:00
Enter Command
17A
Enter the view routing table

command
01:xxxx
;pakbus address of destination

node
02:xxxx
;via neighbor with xxxx pakbus

address
03:xxxx
;a worst case response time

metric (seconds)
(Repeats for next destination node.)
1.8.12 PAKBUS NEIGHBOR FILTER

In some networks, sending beacons can be
disruptive. Entering values in the *D19 mode
disables the beacon. A PakBus datalogger with
nonzero *D19 settings will not send beacons
and will only respond to beacons from nodes
with addresses in the neighbor list.
Instead of sending beacons, the datalogger will
send hello messages to neighbors in the list to
determine if it can communicate with them.
Neighbors (or potential neighbors) should be
nodes that communicate directly with the
datalogger without going through a router.
Note that this list is not automatically cleared by
compiling a new program. (It may be changed
if the new program contains *D19 entries.) It
can be edited by changing entries. Once 0 is
entered for a neighbor address, all entries
beyond the 0 entry are cleared.
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TABLE 1.8-14. Set PakBus Neighbors

Key
Entry
Display
Comments
*D
13:00
Enter Command
19A
19:00
Port (17- SDC7, 18 SDC8, 02

CSI/O, 02CR23X RS232
port, 9600 baud
19:0000
Interval in seconds of the

expected rate of
communication. A neighbor is
aged after 2.5 times this
interval and the Hello attempt
will be reinitiated.
A
A
01:xxxx
01:xx
PakBus Address of neighbor

Swath of neighbors with
sequential addresses starting
with above address.
A
A
02:xxxx
02:xx
PakBus Address of neighbors

Swath of neighbors with
sequential addresses starting
with above address.
nn:0000
Terminates the list.
1.9 *9 DATA TABLES SIZES.

The *9 Mode is used to view the sizes of the
Data Storage Tables (section 2.1) created by
the datalogger program (*1, *2, or *3). The *9
Mode will also display how long until any
automatically allocated Data Storage Tables fill.
All Data Storage Tables are in a ring
configuration such that the oldest records are
overwritten by new records once the table is full.
The sizes are given as the number of records.
A record can be thought of as a row of data
where each field (i.e., column) is a data value
associated with an Output Processing
Instruction. The order and number of fields in a
Data Table are determined by the Output
Processing Instructions following the Data Table
Instruction. The tables are numbered in the
order the Data Table Instruction appear in the
Program Tables, *1 first, *2 second, and *3 last.
... etc.
A
TABLE 1.9-1. Description of * 9 Data

Keyboard
Entry
Display
ID: Data
Description
*9
09:xx
Number of tables/ Enter table number to jump to that table or 0

to see next parameter.
0A
00:x.xxxx
Days before any automatically allocated table fills.
01:xxxxx.
Number of records in table 01
02:xxxxx
Number of records in table 02
nn:xxxxx.
Number of records in table nn
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THIS SECTION ENTIRELY REPLACES THE DATALOGGER MANUAL SECTION 2.

2.1 FINAL STORAGE AND DATA
TABLES
Final Storage is that portion of memory where
final processed data are stored. It is from Final
Storage that data is transferred to your
computer. With the TD datalogger, Final
Storage is organized into Data Storage Tables.
These data tables should not be confused with
the program tables *1, *2, and *3 that contain
the datalogger program.
Within each data table, data is organized in
records and fields. Each row in a table
represents a record and each column
represents a field. To understand the concept
of tables it may be helpful to consider an
example. A CR10X is to be used to monitor 3
thermocouples (TC). Each hour a temperature
for each of the three TC is to be stored. The
table has 4 fields: "DATE_TIME TEMP1 TEMP2
TEMP3." Each hour a new "record" would be
added. The "hourly" table would then be
organized as follows:
DATE_TIME
TEMP1
01/27/91 10:00:00 23.5
01/27/91 11:00:00 24.2
TEMP2
24.6
22.4
TEMP3
28.2
23.4
Only the hourly data is stored in the hourly table,

Each output interval has its own table. Data
tables can also be "event driven" rather than
interval driven, that is a new record is stored
when a specified event occurs rather than
based on time. Each table is completely
independent of any other tables and all records
in a given table have the same number of fields.
Each table is allocated (manually by the user or
automatically by the datalogger) a number of
records. Different tables have different
numbers of records. Each data table is in a ring
memory configuration such that when the
allocated number of records has been stored,
each subsequent new record will overwrite the
oldest stored record. The *9 Mode may be
used to view the size of the Data Storage
Tables. (Section 1.9)
The TD datalogger supports naming of tables and
fields, so any data value can be referenced by the
table and field names. For example, the
temperature data for the first thermocouple is

referenced as "HOURLY.TEMP1." As Data Tables
are allocated in the datalogger program, some
Final Storage Memory is reallocated for the
storage of these labels and other data table
overhead.
NOTE: All Data Storage Tables are
reallocated and erased whenever the
datalogger program is recompiled (*0, *6,
*B), when Input Storage Memory is
reallocated (*A), or when a new datalogger
program is transferred from the computer to
the datalogger. ALWAYS RETRIEVE
UNCOLLECTED DATA BEFORE MAKING
ANY CHANGES.
A time stamp and record number are
automatically included with the each record in
each table. These are used as part of the data
collection protocol.
2.1.1 TIME AND TIMESTAMPS
Each record in a table has a time stamp
associated with it. With Instruction 84 set for
interval output (a interval in seconds is specified
as the second parameter), time is not actually
stored with each record. Using the timestamp
of the last record stored and the table interval,
the datalogger can calculate the timestamp for
any previous record. When retrieved, each
record in the data file will have a timestamp.
This saves 6 bytes per record by not storing
time with each record. A consequence of not
storing time is that if output does not occur at a
scheduled time, the datalogger must keep track
of the discontinuity in the timestamps so it can
correctly calculate timestamps for records older
than the missing record. The datalogger will
keep track of the 10 most recent discontinuities
in each table. If more than ten discontinuities
occur, records with timestamps older than the
oldest discontinuity cannot be reliably
timestamped when collected. For this reason
interval tables should not be used if outputs will
be routinely missed. Outputs can be missed
(discontinuities can occur) when:
The datalogger clock is changed such that

is passes an output interval.
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The output interval is not an even multiple

of the scan rate (table execution interval).
Table execution is such that Instruction 84

is not executed each scan.
Table overruns occur.
Watchdog errors (E08) occur.
2.1.2 RECORD NUMBERS

In addition to a timestamp, each record has
record number. The record numbers are
unique within a data table. Record numbers are
4 byte unsigned numbers ranging from 0 to
4,294,967,296. When the datalogger program
is compiled the next record number for each
table is set to zero.
2.1.3 TABLES AND FIELDS.
There are four "built in" tables. These tables
are present when the datalogger is powered on.
These tables are named INLOCS, TIMESET,
ERRORLOG, and STATUS. The fields within
these tables are also already defined with the
exception of the INLOCS. The field names for
each of the fields is given below. TmStamp is
the label for the timestamp and RecNbr is the
label for the record number.
TimeSet
TmStamp, RecNbr, OldTime
ErrorLog
TmStamp, RecNbr, Code
Status
TmStamp, RecNbr, Battery, WatchDog,
OverRuns, InLocs, PrgmFree, Storage, Tables,
DaysFull, Holes, PrgmSig, PromSig, PromID,
ObjSrlNo
Where the labels are defined as follows:
Battery Indicates the datalogger battery
voltage.
WatchDog The number of Watchdog Errors
(E08). (Maximum 99). Section 3.10
OverRuns Program table overruns that have
occurred (Maximum 99). Section 1.1.1.
InLocs Number of Input Location that have
been allocated. Section 1.5.2
PrgmFree Amount (bytes) of program memory
remaining. Section 1.5.2
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Storage Number of Final Storage Locations

available for Data Storage Tables. Section
1.5.2
Tables Number of user created Data Tables.
DaysFull Size (in days) of the Data Storage
Tables using automatic record allocation. See
Instruction 84.
Holes Number of missed records or holes in
all Data Storage Tables. Section 2.1.1
PrgmSig Signature of program memory
program. Same as *B mode first window.
Section 1.6.
PromSig Signature of datalogger PROM. Same
as *B mode second window. Section 1.6.
Prom ID Item number of PROM. Same as *B
mode seventh window. Section 1.6.
ObjSrlNo Object code serial number of
PROM. Same as *B mode eighth window.
Section 1.6.
Like the InLocs table, a new Status record is
always available when the datalogger is checked
for data. For this reason the Status table is usually
collected for display rather than archive.
InLocs
TmStamp, RecNbr, Flags, Ports, Loc1, Loc2,
Loc3, Loc4, Loc5, Loc6, Loc7, Loc8, Loc9
Like the Status table, a new InLocs record is
always available when the datalogger is checked
for data. For this reason these tables are usually
collected for display rather than archive.
By default only nine Input Location are labeled.
The default InLocs field labels can be replaced
with user created labels. These labels are
created with EDLOG technique for Input
Location labels. Press CTRL-L when editing a
LOC field.
When additional data tables are created with
Instruction 84, these tables and the fields they
contain can also be named by the user. The
datalogger will supply a default name for tables
and fields if they are not named. The default
names are T01, T02, for the tables and F01,
F02, etc. for the fields, numbered in the order
they appear. Edlog allows the programmer to
name the tables and fields.

The Timestamp and record number labels are
added automatically.
2.2 DATA OUTPUT FORMAT AND

RANGE LIMITS
Data is stored internally in Campbell Scientific's
Binary Final Storage Format (Appendix C.2).
Data may be sent to Final Storage in either
LOW RESOLUTION or HIGH RESOLUTION
format.
2.2.1 RESOLUTION AND RANGE LIMITS
Low resolution data is a 2 byte format with 4
significant digits and a maximum magnitude of
+7999. High resolution data is a 4 byte format
(see Section 2.2.2).
TABLE 2.2-1. Resolution Range Limits of
CR10 Data
Resolution
Zero
Low
High
0.000
0.0000
Minimum
Magnitude
+ 0.001
-19
1x10
Maximum
Magnitude
+7999.
+18
+9x10
The resolution of the low resolution format is

reduced to 3 significant digits when the first (left
most) digit is 8 or greater. Thus, it may be
necessary to use high resolution output or an
offset to maintain the desired resolution of a
measurement. For example, if water level is to
be measured and output to the nearest 0.01 ft.,
the level must be less than 80 ft. for low
resolution output to display the 0.01 ft.
increment. If the water level was expected to
range from 50 to 90 feet the data could either
be output in high resolution or could be offset by
20 ft. (transforming the range to 30 to 60 ft.).
2.2.2 HIGH RESOLUTION FINAL STORAGE
DATA, INPUT, AND INTERMEDIATE
STORAGE DATA FORMAT
While low resolution output data have the limits
described above, computations are done in
floating point arithmetic. In high resolution Final
Storage Input and Intermediate Storage, the
numbers are stored and processed in a binary
format with a 23 bit binary mantissa and a 6 bit
binary exponent. The largest and smallest
numbers that can be stored and processed are
9 x 1018 and 1 x 10-19, respectively. The size of
the number determines the resolution of the
arithmetic. A rough approximation of the

resolution is that it is better than 1 in the
seventh digit. For example, the resolution of
97,386,924 is better than 10. The resolution of
0.0086731924 is better than 0.000000001.
A precise calculation of the resolution of a
number may be determined by representing the
number as a mantissa between .5 and 1
multiplied by 2 raised to some integer power.
The resolution is the product of that power of 2
and 2-24. For example, representing 478 as
.9336 * 29, the resolution is 29 * 2-24 = 2-15 =
0.0000305. A description of Campbell
Scientific's floating point format may be found in
Appendix C.
2.3 DISPLAYING STORED DATA ON

KEYBOARD/DISPLAY *7 MODE.
The keyboard display (or the computer in
Keyboard/Display mode) can be used to
examine Data Storage Tables in Final Storage
table data.
Key *7. The display will show: 07:nn where nn
is the number of Data Storage Tables defined.
Enter a table number (followed by the A key)
to view that table. Tables are numbered in the
order of the appearance of the Data Storage
Table Instruction (84) in the datalogger
program. Tables in the *1 program area are
numbered first, followed by *2 and those in the
*3 subroutines numbered last.
The display will then show the first field of the
newest record in the table. If the display does
not change, the select table has not had any
data stored in it yet.
When a table is visualized the newest data
record is at the bottom and the oldest is at the
top. When the table is full and a new record is
stored, the records shift up pushing the oldest
record off the top and storing the new record at
the bottom.
The display (or value displayed on the
computer) can be thought of as a cursor, which
can be moved up and down or right and left
through the data. The display shows the field
number to the left of the colon and the data
value to the right. The keys used to move the
display/cursor are summarized in the following
table:
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TABLE 2.3-1. *7 Mode Command Summary

KEY
A
ACTION
"Advances" along a record, when the
end of the record is reached the
'cursor' advances to the first field in
the next record.
"Backs" up along a record, wraps to

the last element in the previous
record
"Climbs" up the table, toward the

oldest data, stops on oldest record.
"Drops" down the table, toward the

newest data, stops on newest record.
Enter Time Mode to display timestamp.

Enter new time values to jump to record.
Each record of data in a table has a time

associated with it. Event data stores the time
as part of the data, interval tables calculate the
time based on the interval and a reference time.
The time associated with each record consist of
a year, month/day, hour/minute, and seconds
value. Julian dates are not used. When
viewing data in the *7 mode, event data records
have time as part of the record. The field
number on the keyboard/display does not
change while viewing the four time values since
time is considered a single field. Interval data
does not contain time and it is not displayed as
part of the record. To see the time values for a
given record, press the # key while viewing any
of the fields within the record.
The A and B key are used move through the
four time values for the record. The C and D
keys can be used to move to newer or older
records and view the same time value of the
new record. Pressing the # key again while
viewing time or using the A or B keys to
advance or back beyond the time values will
return the display to the same field as was
displayed when the time mode was entered.
The time field is displayed as: day.month, year,
hr:min, seconds
While viewing time, entering new time values
will allow the display to jump to the record with
time values closest to those entered. The jump
takes place when the time mode is left.
Interval tables do not store time as part of the
record, but calculate the time. A table 10
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records long is maintained inside Intermediate

Storage to keep track of "holes" in the recorded
data, due to watch dog errors or clock changes,
so that the time of each record can be implicitly
maintained.
This "hole" table rings around, and any recorded
data that cannot be time stamped using this
"hole" table cannot be displayed.
To view the hole table for a given table, Key
*7. The display will show: 07:nn, where nn is
the number of Data Storage Tables defined.
Enter the number of table where you want to
view the holes." Then press the C key
followed by the A key. The Hole table fields are
as follows:
01:time of hole;
02:number of holes.

Section 3.7.1 does not apply to the TD operating system which does not use Output Flag 0.
Table 3.8-1 Valid Flag Commands are 11 19 to set high and 21- 29 to set low. Because the TD
operating system does not use Flag 0, Commands 10 and 20 are not valid with the TD operating system.
The following table replaces Table 3.10-1 for the TD operating system.
TABLE 3.10-1. Error Codes
29
Compile
Output table requests

more memory than
available
30
Compile
IF and/or LOOP nested

too deep
Code
Type
Description
03
Editor
Program table full
04
Compile
Intermediate Storage full
31
Run Time
05
Compile
Storage Area #2 not

allocated
SUBROUTINES nested
too deep
32
Compile
08
Run Time
CR10X reset by
watchdog timer
Instruction 3 and interrupt

subroutine use same port
33
Compile
Cannot use Control Port

6 as counter or interrupt
subroutine with
Instruction 15 or SDM or
SDI-12 input/output
40
Editor
Instruction does not exist
41
Editor
Incorrect execution
interval
43
Compile
Time in Instruction 84 or
92 is not a multiple of
execution interval (note:
time is in seconds)
09
Run Time
10
Run Time
Low Battery Voltage
11
Editor
Attempt to allocate more

Input or Intermediate
Storage than is available
20
Compile
SUBROUTINE encountered
before END of previous
subroutine
21
Compile
END without IF, LOOP or

SUBROUTINE
22
Compile
Missing END
44
Compile
23
Compile
Nonexistent
SUBROUTINE
Loop (P87) cannot

contain Data Table (P84)
60
Compile
24
Compile
ELSE in SUBROUTINE
without IF
61
Compile
Burst Measurement Scan

Rate too short
25
Compile
ELSE without IF
62
Compile
N<2 in FFT
26
Compile
EXIT LOOP without

LOOP
68
Compile
Instruction 118 without

enough Instructions 68 or 63
27
Compile
IF CASE without BEGIN

CASE
80
Compile
Illegal Interval in P193
28
Compile
At compile time, no
output specified after P84
or unable to automatically
allocate at least one
record per P84
81
Compile
Illegal Node ID in P193
82
Compile
Illegal Reps in P193
92
Compile
Instruction 92, intervals in

seconds: Time into Interval
> 59 or Interval > 60
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94
Program
Transfer
Program Storage Area

full
95
Program
Transfer
Program does not exist in

Flash memory
96
Program
Transfer
Addressed
device not connected
97
Program
Transfer
Data not received within

30 seconds
98
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Transfer
Uncorrectable errors
detected
99
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Transfer
Wrong file type or editor

error
AD-3-2
THIS SECTION ENTIRELY REPLACES THE CR10X MANUAL SECTION 8.

This section contains examples for the CR10X. The appropriate voltage range codes would have to be
selected for the CR23X (see CR23X Manual Section 8 for the measurement instructions). The CR510TD may not support all the examples.
The following examples are intended to illustrate the use of Processing and Program Control
Instructions, flags, and the capability to direct the results of Output Processing Instructions to Input
Storage.
The specific examples may not be as important as some of the techniques employed, for example:
Directing Output Processing to Input Storage is used in the Running Average and Rainfall Intensity
examples (8.1 and 8.2).
Flag tests are used in the Running Average, Interrupt Subroutine, and Converting Wind Direction
(8.1, 8.5, and 8.7).
Control ports and the Loop are illustrated in the AM32 example (8.3).
As in Section 7 these examples are not complete programs to be taken verbatim. They need to be
altered to fit specific needs.
11:Temp_i9
12:Temp_i8
13:Temp_i7
14:Temp_i6
8.1 COMPUTATION OF RUNNING

AVERAGE
It is sometimes necessary to compute a running
average (i.e., the average covers a fixed
number of samples and is continuously updated
as new samples are taken). Because the
output interval is shorter than the averaging
period, Instruction 71 cannot be used; the
algorithm for computing this average must be
programmed by the user. The following
example demonstrates a program for
computing a running average.
In this example, each time a new measurement
is made (in this case a thermocouple
temperature) an average is computed for the 10
most recent samples. This is done by saving all
10 temperatures in contiguous input locations
and using the Spatial Average Instruction (51)
to compute the average. The temperatures are
stored in locations 11 through 20. Each time
the table is executed, the new measurement is
stored in location 20 and the average is stored
in location 2. The Block Move Instruction (54) is
then used to move the temperatures from
locations 12 through 20 down by 1 location; the
oldest measurement (in location 11) is lost
when the temperature from location 12 is
written over it.
1:Panl Temp
2:smpl10av
15:Temp_i5
16:Temp_i4
17:Temp_i3
18:Temp_i2
19:Temp_i1
20:Temp_i
Where i is current reading, i1 is previous

reading, etc.
01:
1
10
01:
01:
P17
1
Module Temperature
Loc [:Panl_Temp]
02:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
P14
1
1
1
1
1
20
1
0
Thermocouple Temp (DIFF)

Rep
2.5 mV slow Range
IN Chan
Ref Temp Loc Panl_Temp
Loc [:Tempi ]
Mult
Offset
03:
01:
02:
03:
P51
10
11
2
Spatial Average
Swath
First Loc Temp_i9
Avg Loc [:smpl10avg]
04:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P54
9
12
1
11
05:
Block Move
No. of Values
First Source Loc Temp_i8
Source Step
[:Temp_i9 ]
Destination Step
Table 1 Programs
AD-8-1
TD ADDENDUMSECTION 8. PROCESSING AND PROGRAM CONTROL EXAMPLES
05:
01:
02:
03:
P84
0
0
0
Data Table
Seconds into interval
Every time
Records (0=auto; -=redirect)
06:
01:
02:
P70
1
2
Sample
Reps
Loc smpl10avg
07:
02:
03:
End Table 1
In the above example, all samples for the

average are stored in input locations. This is
necessary when an average must be output
with each new sample. In most cases,
averages are desired less frequently than
sampling. For example, it may be necessary to
sample some parameter every 5 seconds and
output every hour an average of the previous
three hours' readings. If all samples were
saved, this would require 2160 input locations.
The same value can be obtained by computing
an hourly average and averaging the hourly
averages for the past three hours. To do this
requires that hourly averages be stored in input
locations.
Instruction 84 is used to send the 1 hour
average to Input Storage and again to send the
3 hour average to Final Storage.
1:AVG_i2
2:AVG_i1
3:AVG_i
4: AVG_3_HR
5:XX_mg_M3
01:
1
5
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P2
1
25
3
5
10
0
Table 1 Programs
Volt (DIFF)
Rep
2500 mV 60 Hz rejection Range
IN Chan
Loc [:XX_mg_M3 ]
Mult
Offset
02:
P84
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
-3
Data Table
Seconds interval
03:
01:
02:
P71
1
5
Average
Rep
Loc XX_mg_M3
04:
01:
P51
3
Spatial Average
Swath
AD-8-2
First Loc AVG_i2

Avg Loc [:Avg_3_HR ]
05:
P84
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
0
Data Table
Seconds interval
06:
01:
02:
P70
1
4
Sample
Reps
Loc Avg_3_HR
07:
P92
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
30
If time is
seconds into a
second interval
Then Do
08:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P54
2
2
1
1
05:
Block Move
No. of Values
First Source Loc AVG_i1
Source Step
[:AVG_i2 ]
Destination Step
09:
P95
10:
End
End Table 1
8.2 RAINFALL INTENSITY
1
4
In this example, the total rain for the last 15

minutes is output only if any rain has occurred.
The program makes use of the capability to
direct the output of Output Processing
Every 15 minutes, the total rain is sent to Input
Storage. If the total is not equal to 0, output is
redirected to Final Storage Area 1, the time is
output and the total is sampled.
1:Rain_mm
2: TOT_15mm
*
01:
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
02:
01:
1
60
Table 1 Programs
P3
1
1
2
1
.254
0
Pulse
Rep
Pulse Input Chan
Switch closure
Loc [:Rain_mm ]
Mult
Offset
P86
21
Do
Set low Flag 1
03:
01:
02:
03:
P92
0
900
11
If time is
seconds into a
second interval
Set high Flag 1
04:
01:
02:
03:
P84
0
-1
-2
Data Table
When flag 1 is high
05:
01:
02:
P72
1
1
Totalize
Rep
Loc Rain_mm
06:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P89
2
1
0
21
If X<=>F
X Loc TOT_15min
=
F
Set low Flag 1
07:
01:
02:
03:
P84
0
-1
0
Data Table
When flag 1 is high
08:
01:
02:
P70
1
2
Sample
Reps
Loc TOT_15min
gradients. A 107 Temperature Probe is

centrally located on the multiplexer board and
used as a thermocouple temp. reference.
The AM416 switches the 223 moisture block
out of the circuit when it is not being measured.
This eliminates the need for the blocking
capacitors used in the model 227 Soil Moisture
Block. The 223 blocks are about one fifth the
cost of the 227 blocks.
Control ports are used to reset the AM416 and
clock it through its channels. The program
sequence is:
Measure the 107 probe located at the
AM416 for TC temperature reference.
CR10 sets the port high which resets the AM416.
A loop is entered; within each pass:
The port clocking the AM416 is pulsed.
The connected TCs and moisture blocks
are measured.
CR10 sets the port controlling AM416 reset low.
09:
End Table 1
8.3 USING CONTROL PORTS AND

LOOP TO RUN AM416 MULTIPLEXER
This example uses an AM416 to measure 16
copper-constantan thermocouples and 16
Model 223 soil moisture blocks. The sensors
are read every ten minutes and the average
value output once an hour. The multiplexer is
housed in an AM-ENCT enclosure to minimize
thermocouple errors created by thermal
Soil moisture measurements are converted

to block resistances.
The input location in which the temperature and
soil moisture measurements are stored is indexed
to the loop counter (Instruction 87, Section 12). An
indexed location is incremented by one with each
pass through the loop. For example, on the first
pass temperature is stored in Location 2, and soil
moisture in Location 18. On the second pass
moisture in Location 18. After 16 loop passes,
temperature and soil moisture measurements
occupy Locations 2 through 17 and 18 through 33,
respectively. Connections are shown in Figure
8.3-1.
AD-8-3
FIGURE 8.3-1. AM416 Wiring Diagram For Thermocouple and Soil Moisture Block Measurements
EXAMPLE PROGRAM MULTIPLEXING
THERMOCOUPLES AND SOIL MOISTURE
BLOCK
*
01:
1
600
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P11
1
4
1
1
1
0
02:
01:
P86
41
Do
Set high Port 1
03:
01:
02:
P87
0
16
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
04:
01:
P86
72
Do
Pulse Port 2
05:
01:
02:
P14
1
21
Thermocouple Temp (DIFF)

Rep
2.5 mV 60 Hz rejection
Range
IN Chan
Ref Temp Loc REF_TEMP
Loc [:TC_TEMP_1]
Mult
Offset
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
AD-8-4
1
1
1
2-1
0
Table 1 Programs
Temp 107 Probe
Rep
IN Chan
Loc [:REF_TEMP ]
Mult
CR10X
Offset
06:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
07:
08:
P5
1
14
3
1
250
18-1
0
AC Half Bridge
Rep
250 mV fast Range
IN Chan
mV Excitation
Loc [:SOIL_M_1 ]
Mult
Offset
07:
P95
End
08:
01:
P86
51
Do
Set low Port 1
09:
01:
02:
03:
P59
16
18
.1
BR Transform Rf[X/(1-X)]
Reps
Loc [:SOIL_M_1 ]
Multiplier (Rf)
10:
P84
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
0
Data Table
Seconds interval
11:
01:
02:
Average
Reps
Loc REF_TEMP
12:
P71
33
1
P
End Table 1
8.4 INTERRUPT SUBROUTINE USED

TO COUNT SWITCH CLOSURES
(RAIN GAGE)
Subroutines given the label of 97 or 98 will be
executed when control ports 7 or 8,
respectively, go high (5 V, see Instruction 85,
Section 12). In this example, Subroutine 98 and
control port 8 are substituted for a pulse
counting channel to count switch closures on a
tipping bucket rain gage.
The subroutine adds 0.254 (mm, bucket
calibrated for 0.01 inch tip) to an input location
and uses Instruction 22 to delay 0.2 seconds.
The delay is to insure that any switch bouncing
(when closing, the contacts actually bounce off
each other, making and breaking the circuit
several times) has died out before the
subroutine is completed. (The pulse count
inputs do this automatically.) Without the delay,
the subroutine could be completed and called
again by a bounce, causing false counts. The
interrupt has no effect while the subroutine is
still being executed.
Subroutine 98 is in effect keeping a running
total in Input Storage. On the output interval,
this total is sampled to Final Storage and
zeroed by the program in Program Table 1.
To provide comparison, this example has the 2
pulse inputs also reading rain gages. (In a real
situation, it is more likely that the pulse counters
would be used for 2 wind speeds.) In Program
Table 1, the 2 normal pulse inputs are read and
the hourly totals output to Final Storage with
Instruction 72.
The rain gage is connected as diagrammed
below. When the switch closes, 5 volts is
applied to port 8 which causes the subroutine to
be executed.
FIGURE 8.4-1. Connections for Rain Gage
Input location Assignments:

10:Rain_1
11:Rain_2
12:Rain_3
*
01:
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
(from Pulse count)

(from Pulse count)
(from subroutine 98 while
Output Flag is low)
1
10
Table 1 Programs
P3
2
1
2
10
.254
0
Pulse
Reps
Pulse Input Chan
Switch closure
Loc [:Rain_1 ]
Mult
Offset
02:
P84
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
0
Data Table
Seconds interval
03:
01:
02:
P72
2
10
Totalize
Reps
Loc Rain_1
04:
01:
02:
P70
1
12
Sample
Reps
Loc Rain_3
05:
P92
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
30
If time is
seconds into a
second interval
Then Do
06:
01:
02:
03:
P30
0
0
12
Z=F
F
Exponent of 10
Z Loc [:Rain_3 ]
07:
P95
End
08:
End Table 1
Table 3 Subroutines
01:
01:
02:
01:
02:
03:
P85
98
P
12
.254
12
Subroutine Number
34 Z=X+F
X Loc Rain_3
F
Z Loc [:Rain_3 ]
03:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P22
1
0
20
0
Excitation with Delay

EX Chan
Delay w/EX (units=.01sec)
Delay after EX (units=.01sec)
mV Excitation
04:
P95
End
05:
End Table 3
AD-8-5
8.5 SDM-A04 ANALOG OUTPUT

MULTIPLEXER TO STRIP CHART
This example illustrates the use of the SDMA04 4 Channel Analog Output Multiplexer to
output 4 analog voltages to strip chart.
While of questionable value because of current
requirements and strip chart reliability, some
archaic regulations require strip chart backup on
weather data. The SDM-A04 may be used with
the CR10 to provide analog outputs to strip charts.
The output values in this example are wind speed,
wind direction, air temperature, and solar radiation.
Instruction 103 is used to activate the SDMA04. The 4 millivolt values to output must be
stored in adjacent Input Storage locations, the
first of which is referenced in Instruction 103.
The following program measures the sensors
every 5 seconds. The readings are moved to
another 4 locations and scaled to a 0 to 1000
millivolt output for the SDM-A04. Wind direction
is changed from a 0-360 degree input to output
representing 0 to 540 degrees. This conversion
is done in a subroutine which is described in the
next example.
The example also includes instructions to
output wind vector and average temperature
and solar radiation every hour.
1:WS
2: WD_360
3:TEMP_F
4:Solar_Rad
5:WS_output
6:WD540_out
7:TEMP_out
8:SR_out
10:WD_540
*
01:
1
5
Table 1 Programs
01:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P3
1
1
22
1
1.789
1
Pulse
Rep
Pulse Input Chan
Switch closure; Output Hz.
Loc [:WS
]
Mult
Offset
02:
01:
02:
P4
1
14
Excite,Delay,Volt(SE)
Rep
250 mV fast Range
AD-8-6
03:
1
04:
1
05:
5
06: 1000
07:
2
08:
.7273
09:
0
03:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
04:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
06:
P11
1
2
2
3
1.8
32
P1
1
2
3
4
.14493
0
IN Chan
Delay (units .01sec)
mV Excitation
Loc [:WD_360 ]
Mult
Offset
Temp 107 Probe
Rep
IN Chan
Loc [:Temp_F ]
Mult
Offset
Volt (SE)
Rep
7.5 mV slow Range
IN Chan
Loc [:Solar_Rad]
Mult
Offset
05:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P54
4
1
1
5
05:
06:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
07:
01:
02:
P53
5
10
Scaling Array (A*loc +B)

Start Loc [:WS_output]
A1 Scale WS, 0-100 MPH
= 0-1000 MV
B1
A2 Scale WD, 0-540 DEG
= 0-1000 MV
B2
A3 Scale TEMP, -25 - 100
F = 0-1000 MV
B3
A4 Scale RADIATION, 01KW/M^2 = 0-1000 MV
B4
03:
04:
0
1.8519
05:
06:
0
5.7143
25
07:
08: 1000
09:
Block Move
No. of Values
First Source Loc WS
Source Step
[:WS_output]
Destination Step
08:
P103
01:
4
02:
30
03:
5
SDM-A04
Reps
Address
Loc WS_output
09:
P84
01:
0
02: 3600
03:
0
Data Table
Seconds interval
10:
01:
02:
03:
04:
05:
P69
1
180
0
1
2
Wind Vector
02:
Rep
01:
Samples per sub-interval
02:
Polar Sensor/(S, D1, SD1)
03:
Wind Speed/East Loc WS
04:
Wind Direction/North Loc WD_360
03:
Average
01:
Reps
04:
Loc Temp_F
P89
10
3
270
30
If X<=>F
X Loc WD_540
>=
F
Then Do
11:
01:
02:
P71
2
3
P86
11
Do
Set high Flag 1
P94
Else
End Table 1
05:
01:
P86
21
Do
Set low Flag 1
06:
P95
End
07:
01:
02:
P31
2
10
Z=X
X Loc WD_360
Z Loc [:WD_540 ]
08:
01:
02:
03:
04:
P89
10
4
180
30
If X<=>F
X Loc WD_540
<
F
Then Do
09:
01:
02:
P91
11
30
If Flag/Port
Do if flag 1 is high
Then Do
10:
01:
02:
03:
P34
10
360
10
Z=X+F
X Loc WD_540
F
Z Loc [:WD_540 ]
11:
01:
02:
P31
10
6
Z=X
X Loc WD_540
Z Loc [:WD540_out]
12:
P95
End
This example is written as a subroutine, used by

the previous example to output an analog
voltage to a strip chart.
13:
P95
End
14:
P95
End
15:
12:
8.6 CONVERTING 0-360 WIND DIRECTION

OUTPUT TO 0-540 FOR STRIP CHART
If 0-360 degree wind direction is output to a strip
chart the discontinuity at 0/360 will cause the pen
to jump back and forth full scale when the winds
are varying from the north. In the days of strip
charts this was solved with a 0-540 degree pot on
the wind vane (direction changes from 540 to 180
and from 0 to 360 so the pen only jumps once
when the wind is out of the north or south).
When faced with the necessity of strip chart
output (see previous example), the following
algorithm can be used to change a 0-360
degree input to 0-540. (If you have a 0-540 pot,
it can be used with the CR10 since the Wind
Vector Instruction, 69, will work with this output.)
To change 0-360 degrees to the 0-540 degrees,
360 degrees must sometimes be added to the
reading when it is in the range of 0 to 180. The
following algorithm does this by assuming that if
the previous reading was less than 270, the vane
has shifted through 180 degrees and does not
need to be altered. If the previous 0-540 reading
was greater than 270, 360 degrees is added.
2:WD_360
6:WD540_out
10:WD_540
*
*
01:
01:
3
3
P85
1
End Table 3
8.7 LOGARITHMIC SAMPLING USING

LOOPS
Table 3 Subroutines
Table 3 Subroutines
A ground water pump test requires that water

level be measured and recorded according to
the following schedule.
Subroutine Number
AD-8-7
Time into Test, min

00
10
30
100
300
1000
to
10
to
30
to
100
to
300
to 1000
and greater
Output Interval Loop #

10 sec.
30 sec.
1 min.
2 min.
5 min.
10 min.
1
2
3
4
5
6
This is accomplished with a series of loops

(Instruction 87), where the delay and count
parameters are used to implement the
frequency of measurement (and output) and the
duration of the that frequency. The unit of delay
is the execution interval. A delay of 1 with a 10
second execution interval and a count of 60
means the instructions in the loop, in this case
measure and output water level, are executed
every 10 seconds for 10 minutes.
The drawdown portion of the test is completed
at some time greater than 1000 minutes. To
enter the recharge phase of the test, the
operator enters the *6AD Mode and sets Flag 1
high. At the next 10 minute pass through loop 6
the loop is exited. Program execution returns to
the top of the program table and the
measurement schedule starts over again for the
recharge test.
The sensor is a 50 PSI Druck, model 930/ti with
a calibration of 49.93 mV/10V of excitation or
4.993mV/V. Your calibration will be different.
An excitation voltage of 1500 mV yields a
maximum signal of 7.489 mV at 50 PSI, fully
utilizing the 7.5 mV Input Range to provide the
best resolution.
The multiplier, m, is calculated to provide depth
of water in feet:
m = (50 psi/4.993 mV/V) * (2.3067 ft/psi)
m = 23.099 ft/mV/V
The offset is calculated to provide a final value
that represents the distance from the lip of the
well to the water surface. Similar to Figure
7.16-2, the offset equals the initial distance of
47.23 feet plus the initial reading of 54.77, or
102 feet.
*
01:
1
10
Table 1 Programs
User must toggle Flag 1 to start measurements
AD-8-8
01:
01:
02:
P91
21
0
If Flag/Port
Do if flag 1 is low
Loop 1, Output every 10 seconds for 10

minutes
02:
01:
02:
P87
1
60
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
03:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
04:
P95
End
Loop2, Output every 30 seconds for 20 minutes

05:
01:
02:
P87
3
40
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
06:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
07:
P95
End
Loop 3, Output every 1 minute for 70 minutes

08:
01:
02:
P87
6
70
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
09:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
10:
P95
End
Loop 4, Output every 2 minutes for 200 minutes

11:
01:
02:
P87
12
100
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
12:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
13:
P95
End
Loop 5, Output every 5 minutes for 700 minutes

14:
01:
02:
P87
30
140
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
15:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
16:
P95
End
Loop 6, Output every 10 minutes until stopped

by user
17:
01:
02:
P87
60
0
Beginning of Loop
Delay
Loop Count
18:
01:
P86
1
Do
Call Subroutine 1
19:
01:
02:
P91
21
31
If Flag/Port
Do if flag 1 is low
Exit Loop if true
20:
P95
End
21:
End Table 1
Table 3 Subroutines
01:
01:
P85
1
02:
01:
02:
P6
1
22
03:
1
04:
1
05: 1500
06:
1
07:
.46199
08: 102
Subroutine Number
Full Bridge
Rep
7.5 mV 60 Hz rejection Range
IN Chan
mV Excitation
Loc [:LEVEL_FT ]
Mult
Offset
03:
01:
02:
03:
P84
0
0
0
Data Table
Every time
04:
01:
02:
P70
1
1
Sample
Reps
Loc LEVEL_FT
05:
P95
End
06:
End Table 3
AD-8-9
AD-8-10

*** 18 MOVE TIME TO INPUT LOCATION ****
FUNCTION
This instruction takes current time or date
information and does a modulo divide (see
Instruction 46) on the time/date value with the
number specified in the second parameter. The
result is stored in the specified Input Location.
Entering 0 or a number greater than the
maximum value of the time/date for the modulo
divide will result in the actual time/date value
being stored.
PARAMETER 1 CODES
Code
Time/Date Units
00
01
02
03
04
05
06
Seconds into day (maximum 86400)

Minutes into day (maximum 1440)
Hours into year (maximum 8784)
Hours into day (maximum 24)
Day of month (maximum 31)
Month of year (maximum 12)
YR MO DAY HR MIN SEC
PARAM
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
4
03:
DESCRIPTION
Time/Date Code
Number to modulo
divide by
Input Location Number
Input Locations altered: 1
AD-9-1

Instructions 73 Maximum and 74 Minimum have only one time option. (Time is output as a quoted
string.) Instruction 80 Set Active Storage Area, is not in the TD operating system. Its functions are
included in Instruction 84 Data Table. Instruction 84 is only in the TD operating system.
*** 73 MAXIMUM ***

FUNCTION
This instruction stores the MAXIMUM value
taken (for each input location specified) over
a given output interval. An internal FLAG is
set whenever a new maximum value is seen.
This FLAG may be tested by Instruction 79.
Time of occurrence maximum value(s) is
OPTIONAL output information, which is
formatted and activated by entering one of
the following CODES for Parameter no. 2.
CODE
OPTIONS
00
01
PARAM.
NUMBER
Output value ONLY

Output value with TIME
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
Repetitions
Time of maximum
(optional)
*** 74 MINIMUM ***

FUNCTION
Operating in the same manner as Program 73,
this instruction is used for storing the MINIMUM
value (for each input location specified) over a
given output interval.
DATA
TYPE
01:
02:
2
2
03:
FUNCTION
Instruction 84 is used to define a table of final
storage data. New records of data are stored in
the table based on time (interval data) or when
a user flag (CR10X flags 1-8) is set (event
data). Time based output intervals are
specified in seconds. Fractional values may be
used following the same rules that apply for the
table scan rate.
PARAM.
NUMBER
DATA
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
01:
FP
Time into interval (Seconds)
02:
FP
03:
FP
Time interval (Seconds)

0 = Store new record
each time.
-a = Store if user flag
"a" is set (a=1..8)
Number of records in table
0 = automatically allocates
number of records.
If 0 and parameter 2 = -a
(event driven) or if 0 and
parameter 2 = 0 then
allocates size as if a 1
second output table
-x = redirect to input loc x
DESCRIPTION
Outputs Generated: 1 for each input location

(plus 1 with time of max. option)
PARAM.
NUMBER
*** 84 DATA TABLE ***
DESCRIPTION
Repetitions
Time of minimum
(optional)
Outputs Generated: 1 for each input location

(plus 1 with time of min. option)
Parameter 1 specifies how many seconds into

the interval, specified in parameter 2, data will
be output to final storage. If the output is event
driven, enter a 0 for parameter 1.
Parameter 2 specifies the output interval
(seconds) for the table. If output is determined
by a flag, -a should be used, ('a' is the flag to
be tested). If Parameter 2 = 0, data will be
output unconditionally each time Instruction 84
is executed.
Parameter 3 specifies how many records will be
stored in the table. When the table is full,
subsequent new records will overwrite the oldest
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TD ADDENDUMSECTION 11. OUTPUT PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS
records. If 0 is entered, records will be

automatically allocated such that all automatic
tables will be filled at the same time. If some
tables specify the number of records and some
tables are automatically allocated, the specified
records will be allocated first, and then the
remaining memory will be divided among the
automatically allocated tables such that they will
be filled at the same time. The Star 9 mode gives
the size of all tables and the period (in days)
before any automatically allocated table fills. If -x
is entered, the processed results are returned to
input locations.
AD-11-2
Section 12. Program Control

Instructions
The TD operating system does not use the output Flag 0. Commands dealing with it are
not valid.
Instructions 96 Serial Output, 98 Send Character, and 111 Load Program from
Flash, are NOT in the TD operating system.
The instructions described in this section are only in the PakBus operating system.
Wireless Networks
More recent CR10X, CR510, and CR23X dataloggers with the PakBus
operating system use the PakBus communications protocol. In addition to
providing a robust means of packet based communication, the protocol allows
transfer of input location data from one datalogger to another, or from a
Campbell Scientific wireless sensor/datalogger (CR200 series datalogger) to a
"host" (or "master") TD datalogger.
The following is some general information on the requirements for successful
communication in a PakBus network.
Datalogger Requirements
PakBus communication requires the current PakBus operating system in the
CR10X, CR510, or CR23X datalogger. All CR200 Series dataloggers are
capable of PakBus communication.
All dataloggers in the PakBus network require a unique address. The address
for TD dataloggers is set in the *D15 mode. The address for the CR200
datalogger's is set using Pakcom software or LoggerNet version 2.1 or greater.
Communication Notes
PakBus dataloggers are also capable of Modbus communication. The Modbus
packet can ride on top of the PakBus packet or can be send independently.
Instruction 190 is used to set up a datalogger as a Modbus master device. The
datalogger's Modbus address is set in the *D8 mode of the datalogger. The
Modbus and Pakbus addresses for a datalogger cannot be the same.
In order to communicate to a datalogger via another datalogger from
LoggerNet's Connect window (e.g., communicating with a CR205 via a
CR10XTD-PB) the datalogger through which you will be communicating must
be set as a router. This is done by entering the number of remote dataloggers
that the router will be connecting to in the *D15 mode, parameter 2.
The PakBus instructions described in this section are often used in combination
with a CR200 series datalogger and the RF400 series spread spectrum radio.
Table 12-1 lists some of the advantages and disadvantages of different methods
of transferring data.
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Section 12. Program Control Instructions
TABLE 12-1. CR205/CR210/CR215 in PakBus Network
General Description
PRO
CON/limitations
PakBus Instructions
used in Datalogger
Programming
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Stand Alone
Datalogger
CR205 is programmed
as a stand alone
datalogger. Data are
stored in datalogger and
retrieved by computer
running Loggernet
Data are stored in

Datalogger, loggernet
will automatically
retry if
communication fails.
No special
datalogger
programming
required for data
transfer
Separate data files
for each logger.
Normal programming to
measure sensors,
process, and store data.
SendGetData P190
Wireless Sensor P193
May be used as either a

wireless sensor interface
(data stored in Master
Logger) or to transfer
data to another logger
while still independently
storing data.
Most flexible
datalogger to
datalogger data
transfer.
Can be set to
automatically retry
sending data.
Master datalogger
stores all data and sets
transmission schedule
for remote CR205 w/
sensors.
Both the Remote

Sensor CR205 and
the Master Datalogger
need to be
programmed to handle
the data.
Data collection
should be scheduled to
avoid conflicts with
datalogger to
datalogger
communication.
SetValue, GetValue, or
P190 in datalogger
initiating
communication.
Programming to deal
with any sent data or
codes in the other
datalogger.
Potential for lowest

power consumption
by remote CR205.
Data are collected
only from Master
datalogger.
Automatic retries if
adequate time is
allocated
Both the Remote
Sensor CR205 and
the Master Datalogger
need to be
programmed to
handle the data.
Without storing
data in the sensor,
data are lost if
transmission fails.
Master radio must
be on continuously.
For simplicity, all
wireless sensor
CR205s should have
the same sensors. (or
at least no more than
4 different sensor
configurations)
Data collection
should be scheduled
to avoid conflicts with
Sensor to Master
communication.
Wireless Network
Master (P193) in master
datalogger.
TimeUntilTransmit (or
P194) and SendGetData
(or P196) in remote.
Radio Settings
CR205
Power Mode and
Header
RF400 on CR10X
or CR23X
Beacon Interval
RF400 on computer
LoggerNet Settings
When RF400 with direct
access to network is
connected to computer.
Stand Alone
SendGetData P190
Wireless Sensor P193
Datalogger
Radio address, net address, and hop sequence must be the same in all CR2xxs
and RF400s in the network. Because only one header length can be set for a
radio, only one power cycling interval should be used in network; i.e., do not
mix 8 second and 1 second interval radio power cycling. RF on (no cycling) is
specified where necessary below.
NO HEADER.
Select power mode for
Select power mode for
RfpinEn (lowest power)
appropriate response
appropriate response
time and current drain.
time and current drain.
or to allow communication with computer for
Header must match
checking station, downcalled stations cycle.
loading program:
RF8_Sec or RF1_sec.
Router, if used, must
RF on, header to match
Router, if used, must
send appropriate header
CR205 setting to allow
send appropriate header
contacting CR205
0
0
0
neighbors settings
neighbors settings
neighbors settings
For each datalogger:
For each datalogger
For each master
with stored data:
datalogger:
Com
Com
Com
-PbusPort
-PbusPort
-PbusPort
-logger
-logger
-logger
PakBus Get/Send Locations (P190)

A program control instruction that sends data to or retrieves data from another
datalogger in a PakBus network. This instruction can also be used to issue
commands to Modbus devices, where the datalogger acts as a Modbus master.
1:
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
7:
8:
PakBus - Get/Send Locations (P190)

00
Port
0000
Address
00
Command
0000
Security
0000
Remote Loc/Coil/Register
0000
Swath
0000
Local Loc [ ______________ ]
0000
Result Code Loc [ ______________ ]
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Notes:
Edlog allocates only one of the input locations used in parameters 5 and 7 of
this instruction. The additional input locations must be inserted manually using
the Input Location Editor.
If this instruction is used to retrieve a value or set a value in the remote
datalogger's public (or input location) table (i.e., code 26 or 27 is used in
parameter 3), Instruction 63 or 68 must follow this instruction to enter the
variable name that will be accessed.
Index parameter 3 to delay execution of subsequent program instructions until
the datalogger receives a valid response or error from the remote. Otherwise,
the PakBus command is queued, the datalogger proceeds to the next
instruction, and the communications are handled later when the remote replies.
Port
The communications port that will be used by the local PakBus datalogger
during the execution of this instruction. Valid options are:
Code
Description
Modem Enabled Device, 300
16
SDC 6 (COM 310)
17
SDC 7
18
SDC 8
Note: The CR10X-TD and CR510-TD have limited communication rates and
do not support options 4 through 7.
Address
When a PakBus command is being issued, this address refers to the PakBus
address of the datalogger. When a Modbus command is being issued, this
address refers to the Modbus address. The PakBus and Modbus addresses in
the datalogger cannot be set to the same number.
If this instruction is used within a loop, index this parameter to automatically
increment the address with each pass through the loop. When this parameter is
indexed, program execution will be delayed until a response is received from
the remote datalogger.
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PakBus Communication
The unique address for the datalogger in the PakBus network that will be
communicated with using this instruction.
The Pakbus address is set in the datalogger's *D15 mode.
Modbus Communication
The unique address for the datalogger in a Modbus network that will be
communicated with using this instruction (the slave device).
The Modbus address is set in the datalogger's *D8 mode. The valid range of
IDs for a Modbus slave device are 1 - 99. Setting the datalogger's Modbus
address to 0 disables it as a Modbus slave.
Command
This parameter determines what type of communication should take place in
the PakBus or Modbus network when the instruction is executed.
Command
1
2
3
4
5
15
16
21
22
26
27
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
Description
Read Coil Status (Modbus command)
Read Input Status (Modbus command)
Read Holding Registers (Modbus command)
Read Input Registers (Modbus command)
Force Single Coil (Modbus command)
Force Multiple Coils (Modbus command)
Preset Multiple Registers (Modbus command)
Receive input location data from another datalogger (Pakbus
command)
Send input location data to another datalogger (Pakbus
command)
Get Value
Set Value
Read Coil Status (Modbus command)
Read Input Status (Modbus command)
Read Holding Registers (Modbus command)
Read Input Registers (Modbus command)
Force Single Coil (Modbus command)
Force Multiple Coils (Modbus command)
Preset Multiple Registers (Modbus command)
Notes:
Codes 61 through 67 are used when the Modbus packet will ride on top of
Pakbus as a datagram.
If Get Value or Set Value is used (26 or 27), parameter 5 is left blank and
Instruction 63 or 68 is used following this instruction to enter the variable
name in the datalogger's Public (or input locations) table that will be accessed.
If this parameter is indexed, the datalogger will proceed to the next instruction
only after it receives a valid response or error from the remote. Otherwise, the
PakBus command is queued, the datalogger proceeds to the next instruction,
and the communications are handled later when the remote replies. It may be
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desirable to delay execution of subsequent instructions if those instructions

perform further processing on the response from the remote.
Security
Enter the level 2 security code for the remote datalogger in the PakBus network
that will be communicated with using this instruction when Command 22 is
used for parameter 3 (send input location data to another datalogger).
If the security code in this instruction does not match the security code of the
remote datalogger, the remote datalogger will discard the message, and the
failure will be indicated in the local datalogger by an incremental change in the
Result Code Location (parameter 8).
If security is not set in the remote datalogger or if command 21 is used for
parameter 3, this parameter can be left at 0.
For additional information on security codes, see Program Security.
Enter the level 2 security code for the remote datalogger in the PakBus network
that will be communicated with using this instruction when Command 22 is
used for parameter 3 (send input location data to another datalogger).
remote datalogger, the remote datalogger will discard the message, and the
If security is not set in the remote datalogger or if command 21 is used for
parameter 3, this parameter can be left at 0.
Remote Location/Coil/Register
If data is being received from another datalogger in the PakBus network
(Parameter 3 set to 21), this is the first input location in the remote datalogger
from which to retrieve the data.
If data is being sent to another datalogger in the PakBus network (Parameter 3
set to 22), this is the first input location in the remote datalogger in which to
store the first data value.
If a variable in the Public (or Input Locations) table is being accessed using Get
Value or Set Value (Parameter 3 set to 26 or 27), this parameter is left blank
and Instruction 63 or 68 is used following this instruction to enter the variable
name.
This is the first coil or register to be acted upon when the instruction is
executed.
For general information on input locations, see Input Locations.
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Remote Location
(Parameter 3 set to 21), this is the first input location in the remote datalogger
from which to retrieve the data.
set to 22), this is the first input location in the remote datalogger in which to
store the first data value.
This is the first coil or register to be acted upon when the instruction is
executed.
Swath
The number of input locations that will be sent to or retrieved from the remote
datalogger.
The number of subsequent coils or registers that will be acted upon when the
instruction is executed.
Local Location
(Parameter 3 set to 21), this is the first input location in which to store the data.

set to 22), this is the first input location for the swath of input locations that
will be sent to the remote datalogger.
Notes:
If Command code 21 is chosen, the number of input locations required for the
transferred data must be allocated manually.
If this instruction is used within a loop, index this parameter to automatically
increment the input locations with each pass through the loop. The input
locations for this parameter are calculated as the number of passes through the
loop * the swath of locations, plus one location (for the response).
The input location that is the source or the destination of the information that
will be transferred when this instruction is executed. Discrete values are packed
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or unpacked with the least significant bit of the first byte, starting at this
location. Incoming discrete values are set to -1.0 for ON and 0 for OFF.
Outgoing discrete values are translated as 0.0 to OFF and non-zero to ON.
Result Code Location

The input location in which to store the results of the data transfer.
Result
0
>0
Description
Successful
Initial attempt failed (value indicates the number of retries)
Up to 2 retries will be attempted if data transfer fails. The retry interval is 1

second, plus 1/2 * number of hops for the node. The instruction runs in the
background after initiated.
Note: If this instruction is used within a loop, index this parameter to
automatically increment the input location in which the result is stored with
each pass through the loop.
Send Final Storage Data (P191)

A program control instruction that transfers final storage data from one or more
tables in a PakBus datalogger to a computer.
2:
1:
2:
3:
4:
PakBus - Send Final Storage Data (P191)

00
Port
0000
Address
0000
Table ID
00
Flag
Table ID
The ID for the data table that should be sent to the computer using this
instruction. If the ID is set to 0, then all final storage tables will be transferred.
Flag
The user flag that will determine if the table definitions are transferred along
with the data table(s). When the flag is high, the table definitions for the
specified table(s) will be output as a separate data gram.
Send Message (P192)

A program control instruction that sends a message to another datalogger in the
PakBus network.
This instruction can be used in a network with several Master dataloggers to
synchronize all Master datalogger's clocks. One datalogger would use this
instruction to periodically broadcast a clock report, and the remaining
dataloggers would use instruction 195, Use Remote Clock Report, to set their
clocks by the transmitted value.
12-8
This instruction is not necessary in networks with wireless sensors and only
one Master datalogger, because the Wireless Network Master (P193) and
Wireless Network Remote (P196) instructions perform these functions
automatically.
This instruction can also be used to remove a datalogger from the PakBus
network.
3:
1:
2:
3:
PakBus - Send Message (P192)

00
Port
0000
Address
2
Clock Report
Message Type
Entry
2
13
Description
Clock report; sends the current time.
The datalogger that receives this message will remove the sending
datalogger from its neighbor list (and therefore all links to the sending
datalogger).
Wireless Network Master (P193)

A program control instruction that is used to prepare the local datalogger to
send data to or receive data from one or more dataloggers/wireless sensors in a
PakBus network. The instruction also assigns a transmission time to the remote
dataloggers/wireless sensors. Instruction 193 does not actually initiate the
transfer of data. Data transfer is initiated by the wireless sensor.
Multiple Instruction 193s can be used in a program to configure up to four
different groups of dataloggers/wireless sensors. A "group" is determined by
the First Remote Address and the Number of Remotes. A datalogger/wireless
sensor can only belong to one group. An error message will occur (E81) if a
datalogger/wireless sensor is assigned to more than one group.
4:
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
7:
8:
9:
10:
PakBus - Wireless Network Master (P193)

00
Number of Remotes
0000
First Remote Address
0000
Time Into Transmit Interval (sec)
0000
Transmit Interval (sec, 0 = use execution interval)
00
Transmit Delay Between Remotes (sec)
00
Swath to Receive
0000
First Loc for Data Received [ ______________ ]
00
Swath to Send
0000
First Loc to Send [ ______________ ]
0000
Result Code Loc [ ______________ ]
Notes:
The wireless sensors will actually begin transmitting before the specified
transmission time (based on Time Into Transmit Interval and Transmit Interval)
so that transmission is complete when the specified transmission time occurs.
The Transmit Delay Between Remotes is factored into to the transmit time
assigned to each remote.
12-9
Edlog allocates only one of the input locations used in parameters 7, 9, and 10
of this instruction. The additional input locations must be inserted manually
using the Input Location Editor. For information on manually inserting input
locations, refer to Manually Inserting Input Locations Into Edlog.
Number of Remotes
The number of remote dataloggers/wireless sensors in the PakBus network that
will be communicated with using this instruction.
First Remote Address

The unique address for the first remote datalogger/wireless sensor in the
PakBus network that will be communicated with using this instruction. All of
the remotes that will be communicated with using this P193 should have
sequential addresses.
The address is set in the datalogger's *D15 mode (refer to the datalogger user's
manual for additional information). It can be any number between 1 and 4095.
Time into Transmit Interval

An offset, in seconds, into the Transmit Interval. The valid range is 0 through
9998.
Example
To set up the remotes for an hourly transmission at 15 minutes past the hour,
the Time into Transmit Interval would be set at 900 and the Transmit Interval
would be set at 3600.
Transmit Interval
The transmission interval, in seconds, that will be assigned to the group of
dataloggers/remote sensors being set up with this instruction. The valid range is
1 through 9999.
The wireless sensors will actually begin transmitting before the specified
The Transmit Delay Between Remotes, parameter 5, is factored into to the
transmit time assigned to each remote.
The datalogger program can be written to execute P193 on every program scan,
or within a P92 (If Time) instruction. The Transmit Interval must equal the
interval on which Instruction 193 is being executed.
Note: The Transmit Interval must be sufficiently long so that all of the remotes
have a chance to respond before the next transmit interval occurs. Therefore,
Transmit Interval must be equal to or greater than Number of Remotes *
Transmit Delay Between Remotes. You will have to estimate the Transmit
Delay Between Remotes if that value (parameter 5) is set to 0 (which means
use the estimated value from the datalogger's routing table).
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Example
To set up the remotes for an hourly transmission at 15 minutes past the hour,
the Time into Transmit Interval would be set at 900 and the Transmit Interval
would be set at 3600.
Transmit Delay Between Remotes

The amount of delay, in seconds, between transmission from each remote. If
this parameter is left at 0, the master datalogger will automatically assign the
delay based on the routing table (usually about 3 seconds between remotes).
Otherwise, a specific delay can be entered. A specific delay may be necessary
for slow communication links.
Some communications links do not require a delay (such as when
communicating over an NL100). In this instance, the parameter can be left at 0
and indexed.
Code
0
>0
--0
Description
Use the default, as determined by the routing table
Use the value entered
Use no delay (dashes are accomplished by indexing the parameter)
Note: The wireless sensors will actually begin transmitting before the specified
The Transmit Delay Between Remotes is factored into to the transmit time
assigned to each remote.
Example
Assume 4 wireless remotes in a network, with the first having an address of 1
and the remainder of the remotes addressed consecutively. The transmission
time is set at 900 seconds into a 3600 second interval (15 minutes past each
hour). If Transmit Delay Between Remotes is set at 5, Remote 4 will transmit
at about 15 seconds before the transmit time, Remote 3 at about 10 seconds
before, Remote 2 at about 5 seconds, and Remote 1 at the transmit time.
Swath to Receive
The number of data values that will be received from each remote when data is
transferred. If a remote sends less than the number of values indicated by the
swath, the remaining locations will be filled with an overrange value (-99999).
If a remote sends more than the number of data values indicated by the swath,
the extra values will be discarded by the local datalogger.
First Location for Data Received

The first input location in which the first data value received from the first
remote should be stored. Subsequent data values from the group of remotes
will be stored in consecutive input locations.
Note: The number of input locations required for the transferred data (Number
of Remotes * Swath to Receive) must be allocated manually.
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Swath to Send
The number of data values that will be sent to each remote when data is
transferred.
First Location to Send

The input location which holds the first value that should be sent to the
dataloggers/wireless sensors in the group. The range of values sent to the
remote(s) is determined by the Swath to Send parameter (parameter 8).

The input location in which a code is stored to indicate the result of the data
transfer. A 0 indicates the data transfer was successful; any number greater
than 0 indicates a failure.
Note: One Result Code Location is required for each remote (specified by
Number of Remotes, parameter 1). These input locations must be allocated
manually.
When the datalogger receives a wireless message from a remote, the
corresponding Result Code Location is set to -1. When Instruction 193 is
executed, the Result Code Location is incremented by 1. Therefore, if
communication is successful, the Result Code Location will be 0 after the
execution of Instruction 193. If data transfer is unsuccessful, the Result Code
Location for the remote that failed will be incremented, and will continue to
increment with each failed attempt.
Seconds Until Transmit (P194)

A program control instruction that places in an input location the number of
seconds until it is time to transmit data to the host datalogger. This instruction
is used in conjunction with a conditional statement to determine when the
Wireless Network Remote instruction (P196) is executed to initiate
communication with the host. The communication schedule is determined by
the host (or master) datalogger and is set in the remote when it first initiates
communication. If no communication has taken place and the value has not
been set, or if scheduled communication was not successful, Seconds Until
Transmit will return a random offset into a one minute interval.
5: PakBus - Seconds Until Transmit (P194)
1: 0000
Loc with Seconds Until Transmit [ ______________ ]
Note: If the datalogger is not being used as a wireless sensor (i.e., Instruction
196 is not in the program), this instruction can be used to place a random
number of seconds into a minute interval in the specified input location. The
random seed is based on the datalogger's PakBus address.
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Location with Seconds Until Transmit

The input location in which to store the number of seconds until it is time to
transmit to the host datalogger.
Use Remote Clock Report (P195)

A program control instruction that sets a remote datalogger's clock based on the
clock value transmitted from the host (or master) datalogger specified by the
address provided in parameter 1.
6: PakBus - Use Remote Clock Report (P195)
1: 0000
Address
Note: This instruction is not used if the datalogger is configured as a wireless
sensor using instruction 196 (Wireless Network Remote). When instruction
196 is used, the remote datalogger will automatically adjust its clock to match
the host (master) datalogger's clock whenever communication is successful.
Address
The unique address for the host (master) datalogger in the PakBus network,
whose clock value will be used to set the clock in the remote datalogger.
The address is set in the datalogger's *D15 mode (refer to the datalogger user's
manual for additional information). It can be any number between 1 and 4095.
Wireless Network Remote (P196)

A program control instruction that is used to set up a remote datalogger to act
as a wireless sensor/controller in a PakBus network.
Communication with the host (master) datalogger is dictated by the host
datalogger. A communication time is assigned to the remote datalogger when
communication is first accomplished with the host. The remote datalogger uses
Instruction 194, Seconds Until Transmit, in conjunction with a conditional
statement to determine when P196 is executed, and therefore, when data is
transferred to the host.
When first installed or when communication is not successful, P194 will
indicate a random interval of up to one second. The remote will try to contact
the master on this interval until communication is successful and it is
programmed with a transmit time.
The remote datalogger's clock is synchronized with the host datalogger's clock,
each time communication between the two dataloggers is successful.
7:
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
7:
8:
PakBus - Wireless Network Remote (P196)

00
Port
0000
Master Address
0000
Security
00
Swath to Receive from Master
0000
First Loc for Data Received [ ______________ ]
00
Swath to Send to Master
0000
First Loc to Send [ ______________ ]
0000
Result Code Loc [ ______________ ]
12-13
Swath to Receive From Master

The number of data values that will be received from the host (master)
datalogger when data is transferred. If the host sends less than the number of
values indicated by the swath, the remaining locations will be filled with an
overrange value (-99999). If the host sends more than the number of data
values indicated by the swath, the extra values will be discarded by the local
datalogger.
First Location for Data Received

The first input location in which the first data value received from the host
(master) datalogger should be stored. Subsequent data values from the host will
be stored in consecutive input locations.
Notes:
The number of input locations required for the transferred data must be
allocated manually.
Security
Enter the level 2 security code for the master datalogger in the PakBus network
that will be communicated with using this instruction .
master datalogger, the master datalogger will discard the message, and the
If security is not set in the master datalogger, this parameter can be left at 0.
For additional information on security codes, see Program Security.
Enter the level 2 security code for the master datalogger in the PakBus network
that will be communicated with using this instruction .
master datalogger, the master datalogger will discard the message, and the
If security is not set in the master datalogger, this parameter can be left at 0.
Swath to Send
The number of data values that will be sent to the host (master) datalogger
when data is transferred.
First Location to Send

The input location which holds the first value that should be sent to the host
(master) datalogger. The range of values sent is determined by the Swath to
Send parameter (parameter 6).
12-14

The input location in which a code is stored to indicate the result of the data
transfer. A 0 indicates the data transfer was successful; any number greater
than 0 indicates a failure. A -2 indicates that communication was established
with the datalogger at the specified address, but the datalogger was not
programmed as a host (master) datalogger using Instruction 193. In this
instance, a 0 is stored in parameter 5, First Location for Data Received.
Force Route (P197)

A program control instruction that is used to force the datalogger to use a
specific route in the PakBus network to communicate with the destination
datalogger. This information is set in the datalogger's routing table.
8:
1:
2:
3:
4:
PakBus - Force Route (P197)

00
Port
0000
Neighbor's Address
0000
Address
00
Hops
Note: For communications paths where there are multiple hops, this instruction
fixes only the first hop.
Neighbor's Address
The address of the first hop (or repeater) in the PakBus network that the
datalogger should use in communicating with the destination datalogger.
Hops
The number of hops (or repeaters) in the communications path to the
destination datalogger.
Set Setting (P198)

A program control instruction that is used to set a setting in a PakBus
datalogger. This instruction should be followed by instruction 63 or instruction
68 with the values for the setting that should be changed.
If the address in this instruction is set to the address of the datalogger executing
the instruction, the datalogger will change its own setting.
9:
1:
2:
3:
PakBus - Set Setting (P198)

00
Port
0000
Address
0000
Result Code Loc [ ______________ ]
12-15
Result Location
Result Code
-1001
-1002
-1003
0
>1
Description
The attempted setting is a read-only setting
Out of space in the remote
Syntax error
Success
Number of communication failures
Routing Table Information (P199)

A program control instruction that is used to store the datalogger's routing table
information in a series of input locations. This instruction is used most often as
a trouble-shooting tool.
10: PakBus - Routing Table Information (P199)
1: 0000
First Loc [ ______________ ]
Parameter 1 specifies the first input location in which to begin storing the
information. For each route, there are 3 pieces of information returned:
1.
2.
3.
The PakBus Address of the Destination datalogger.

The PakBus address of any datalogger used as a hop to the Destination
datalogger.
The Response Metric, in seconds (each hop takes 1 second).
A -1 in an input location indicates the end of the routing table information.

Note: The input locations required for this instruction must be allocated
manually.
Example
Consider the following routing table information:
Master Datalogger
PakBus Addr 3
PakBus Addr 4
12-16
PakBus Addr 5
The information returned using this instruction would be similar to:

Input
Location
Used
Value
Stored
Address of destination datalogger
Address of repeater datalogger
Response metric, 1 second (1 hop)
Address of repeater datalogger
Response metric, 2 seconds (2 hops, 3 & 4)
Address of repeater datalogger (first hop only)
Response metric, 3 seconds (3 hops, 3, 4 & 5)
10
-1
End of string
Description
PakBus Settings (Options | PakBus Settings)

This dialog box is used to configure some of the PakBus settings, that are
normally set in the datalogger's *D mode, when a program is downloaded to
the datalogger.
For all of the options below, if the check box Do Not Change Current Settings
is enabled, then those settings will not be changed when the program is
downloaded to the datalogger.
Network
The Network option is used to set the PakBus address in the datalogger and to
configure the datalogger as a router if required. This option is the same as the
datalogger's *D19 mode.
Address - Enter the PakBus address that should be assigned to the datalogger.
Maximum number of nodes - Enter the total number of dataloggers in the
PakBus network.
Maximum number of neighbors - Enter the number of dataloggers in the
PakBus network that the datalogger can communicate with directly (i.e.,
without going through another datalogger).
Maximum number of routers - Enter the number of neighbors to the datalogger
that act as routers to one or more other dataloggers in the PakBus network.
Beacon Intervals
This option is used to set the interval on which the datalogger will transmit a
beacon out a particular port to the PakBus network. Use the drop-down list box
to select the port over which the beacon will be transmitted, and enter the
12-17
desired interval in the Communications Interval field. This option is the same
as the datalogger's *D18 mode.
In some networks, a beacon interval might interfere with regular
communication in the PakBus network (such as in an RF network), since the
beacon is broadcast to all devices within range. In such cases, it may be more
appropriate to use the Neighbor Filter instead, which broadcasts a beacon only
to those dataloggers which it has not received communication from within a
specified interval.
Neighbor Filter
This option allows you to list potential neighbors that are available to the
datalogger in the PakBus network. The datalogger will attempt to issue a
"hello" command to all the dataloggers listed in the neighbors filter list, and
will transmit an expected communication interval. The communication interval
is the interval on which the datalogger expects to receive communication from
the neighbors. If communication is not received from a neighbor within 2.5
times this interval, then the datalogger will attempt to issue another "hello"
command to that datalogger only (thus, creating less network traffic than the
Beacon Interval).
The expected interval is entered into the Communication Interval field in
seconds. The neighbors are defined by entering their addresses into the table. A
range of addresses can be entered by using the Swath field. For example,
entering 1 for the address and 5 for the swath will set up dataloggers with
PakBus addresses 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 as neighbors to the current datalogger.
This option is the same as the datalogger's *D19 mode.
Allocate General Purpose File Memory

PakBus dataloggers have the ability to store files transmitted from an NL100 in
a general purpose memory area. This memory area is configured as ring
memory. A value can be entered to specify the number of 64K blocks of
memory that should be used for this purpose. Final storage memory will be
reduce by the amount of memory specified in this option. This option is the
same as the datalogger's *D16 mode.
12-18
CR23X INDEX
NOTE: The pages listed in this index will get you in the right section; however, the exact page
number may be off.
Modes, see Modes
1/X - [Instruction 42] 10-2
3 Wire Half Bridge - [Instruction 7] 9-4, 13-18,
13-19, 13-20
Programming Example 7-5
3WHB10K - 10 K ohm 3-Wire Half Bridge
Module 7-6
4 Wire Full Bridge, see Full Bridge with Single
Diff. Measurement - [Instruction 6]
4WPB100 - 100 ohm 4-Wire PRT Bridge
Module 7-4
5th Order Polynomial - [Instruction 55] 10-5
Programming examples 7-11, 7-12, 7-18,
8-21
5V Outputs OV-3, OV-5
9-Pin Serial Port 6-1
12V terminals OV-3, OV-4
100 ohm PRT
3 wire half bridge 7-5
4 wire half bridge 7-4
4 wire full bridge 7-6
101 Thermistor Probe
Programming example 7-11
107 Thermistor Probe - [Instruction 11] 9-6
Programming examples 7-3, 8-4, 8-6
207 Relative Humidity Probe - [Instruction 12] 9-7
223 Gypsum Soil Moisture Blocks 8-3
227 Gypsum Soil Moisture Block 7-10
A
A*X + B, see Scaling Array with Multiplier and
Offset - [Instruction 53]
A6REL-12/A21REL-12 Relay Driver 14-7
ABS(X) - [Instruction 43] 10-3
AC Excitation Measurements 13-20
AC Half Bridge - [Instruction 5] 9-4, 13-18,
13-19, 13-20
Programming examples 7-10, 8-4
AC/DC Relay Controller, see SDM-CD16AC
Activate Serial Data Output - [Instruction 96]
4-1, 12-6
Interrupts during 6-3
Programming examples OV-16, 8-8
Using Storage Module with 4-5
Alkaline power supply 14-3
AM25T Solid State Thermocouple Multiplexer

AM416 Multiplexer 8-3
Analog inputs OV-3, OV-4
Analog output OV-3, OV-4
Analog to Digital (A/D) conversion 13-1
AND construction, Logical 3-5
Anemometer (Photochopper output)
ARCTAN (X/Y) - [Instruction 66] 10-16
ARGOS - [Instruction 121] 12-10
Array ID
and Output Interval 2-2
Calculating data points 4-3
Definition A-2
Setting ID 2-2, 11-5
ASCII
Characters E-1
Definition A-1
Output formats 4-4
Program transfer to computer/printer 1-11
Table E-1
Terminal or computer with terminal emulator OV-12
Transmission 6-7
ASPTC Aspirated Thermocouples 8-22
Asynchronous, Definition A-1
Automatic calibration sequence 13-21
Autorange 3-2
Average - [Instruction 71] 11-3
Average, Computing running 8-1
[Instruction 52] 10-4
AVW1/AVW4 Vibrating Wire Interface 7-14
B
BATT VOLT, see Battery Voltage - [Instruction 10]
Battery Power 14-3
Battery Voltage - [Instruction 10] 9-6
Baud rate
Definition 6-7, A-1
Begin Case Statement - [Instruction 93] 12-5
Beginning of Loop, see Loop - [Instruction 87]
Binary telecommunications C-1
Generation of signature C-5
Block Move - [Instruction 54] 10-5
INDEX-1
CR23X INDEX
BPALK Alkaline Power Supply 14-3

Bridge measurements 13-16
3 Wire Half Bridge 100 ohm PRT 7-5
4 Wire Full Bridge (Pressure Transducer)
7-7
4 Wire Full Bridge 100 ohm PRT 7-6
4 Wire Half Bridge 100 ohm PRT 7-4
6 Wire Full Bridge (Lysimeter) 7-8
Comparison of bridge measurement
instructions 13-18
Diagram of bridge measuring circuits
with AC excitation 13-17
Bridge Transform - [Instruction 59] 10-6
Bulk Load - [Instruction 65] 10-15
Burst Measurement - [Instruction 23] 9-11
C
Cables/Leads
Avoid PVC insulated conductors 13-10
Connecting Leads to Wiring Panel OV-1
Effect of lead length on signal settling
time 13-4
Tipping bucket rain gage with long leads 7-4
Calibration - [Instruction 24] 9-14, 13-21
Case
Begin Case - [Instruction 93] 12-5
If Case <F - [Instruction 83] 12-1
Cautionary notes x
CD16AC, see SDM-CD16AC AC/DC Relay
Controller
Channels
Differential analog OV-3, 13-2
Single-ended analog OV-3, 13-2
Checksum 5-2
Clear To Send (CTS) 6-6, B-1
Clock
Example of setting OV-19
5
Mode) 1-4
Set/display time (
CM6/CM10 Tripods grounding protection 14-6
COM200 Phone Modem 6-2, 12-7, G-1, H-2
Lightning Protection 14-5
Typical Current Drain 14-1
Common mode range 13-3, 14-7
Communicating with the CR23X OV-11
Via telemetry 5-1
With external peripherals 4-1
With other dataloggers H-1
Communication
Protocol OV-11, 5-1, 6-7
Troubleshooting 6-7
INDEX-2
Compiling
Data 1-5
Errors 3-9
Program 1-3
Computation of Running Average 8-1, 10-4
Computer
Connecting to serial port OV-11
D Mode) 1-11
Save/load program (
Use with SC32A OV-12, 6-5
Connecting Power to the CR23X OV-3, OV-5,
14-2
Control Port Expansion Module with Drivers,
see SDM-CD16AC
Control/Logic ports
Command codes affecting OV-4, 12-1
Configuration, see Port Set - [Instruction 20]
Description of OV-4
Displaying and Toggling 1-5, C-1
Indexing 3-1
Switch Closures, Measuring on Control
Ports 8-5, 9-1
Use of digital I/O ports for switching relays 14-7
Using control ports for RS-232 Input B-1
Voltages > 5.0, Applying x, 9-10
Control port serial I/O - [Instruction 15] 9-9, B-1
Programming examples B-1, B-9
Copy input location data to another location [Instruction 31] 10-1
Programming example 8-7, 8-13
Cosine 10-3
Counter
Add 1 to value in input location [Instruction 32] 10-1
Pulse, see Pulse Count - [Instruction 3]
Sending to 16 bit accumulator 9-2
COV/CORR, see Covariance/Correlation [Instruction 62]
Covariance Correlation - [Instruction 62] 10-11
CS500 Temp/RH Sensor 7-12
CSAT3, see SDM-CSAT3
CSM1 Card Storage Module, see Storage
Modules
CTS (Clear To Send) 6-6, B-1
Current drain of standard peripherals 14-1
CURS100 Terminal Input Module 7-22
D
Data Carrier Detect (DCD) 6-6
Data point
Definition A-1
Number per Output Array 4-3
CR23X INDEX
Data retrieval, External storage peripherals

General 4-1
Hardware options OV-20
8
Mode) 4-3
Manually initiated (
Methods and related instructions OV-20
On-line - [Instruction 96] 4-1, 12-6
Print device 4-2
Print formats 4-3
Site Visitations, Estimating time between 4-3
Storage Module, see Storage Modules
Data Set Ready (DSR) 6-6
Data Storage Pointer (DSP) 2-1, 4-3
Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) pin configuration 6-6
Data Terminal Ready (DTR) 6-6, B-1
Data transfer
ASCII vs. binary 5-1
Interrupts During 6-3
8
Mode) 4-3
Manual (
On-line - [Instruction 96] 4-1, 12-6
Data transmission, see Data retrieval
Data types parameter 3-1
Datalogger ID, see ID
5
Mode), Setting/displaying 1-4
Date (
DCD (Data Carrier Detect) 6-6
Delay with optional excitation [Instruction 22]
9-10
Programming examples 7-12, G-1
Desiccant
in Enclosure 14-8
Replacement in CR23X 14-8
Differential measurements on analog inputs
OV-4, 13-2
Differential Voltage w/ Excitation & Delay [Instruction 8] 9-5, 13-18, 13-19
Differential Volts - [Instruction 2] 9-1
Digital I/O Ports, see Control/Logic Ports
Direct battery connection 14-4
Display Pointer (DPTR) 2-2
Display, see keyboard/display
Displaying/Altering Input Memory, Flags and
6
Mode) 1-4
Ports-(
Divide
X/Y - [Instruction 38] 10-2
X Mod F - [Instruction 46] 10-3
DO - [Instruction 86] 12-2
Programming example OV-14, 8-4, 8-9, 8-10
DPTR 2-2
Druck PDCR 930 depth pressure transducer
DSP 2-1
DSR (Data Set Ready) 6-6
DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) pin
configuration 6-6
DTR (Data Terminal Ready) 6-6, B-1
Duplex, Definition 6-7

Dynagage Sap Flow - [Instruction 67] F-1
E
Earth Ground OV-4, 14-6
Editing datalogger programs OV-18
Editor errors 3-9
EDLOG OV-11, OV-12, OV-14, 1-1
ELSE - [Instruction 94] 12-6
Enclosures, Environmental 14-1
END - [Instruction 95] 12-6
Erasing all memory ix, 1-8
Error codes 3-9
Overranging 3-2
Overrun occurrences 1-1
Examples, programming OV-14
Ex-Del-Diff - [Instruction 8] 9-5, 13-16 to 13-19
Ex-Del-SE, see Excite, Delay, and Measure [Instruction 4]
Excit-Del, see Excitation with Delay [Instruction 22]
Excitation outputs OV-3, OV-4
Excitation with Delay - [Instruction 22] 9-10
Programming examples 7-12, G-1
Excite, Delay, and Measure [Instruction 4] 9-4, 13-17 to 13-19
Execution interval OV-8, 1-1
Definition A-1
Example of entering OV-14
Exceeding 1-1
Execution time
Definition A-1
Program instructions 3-6
Execution time requirements for instructions 3-6
EXP(X) - [Instruction 41] 10-2
Extended parameters 4 digit - [Instruction 68]
10-16, H-2
External power supply 14-4
External Reference Junction 7-2
External Storage Peripherals 4-1
8
Mode)
Manually Initiated Data Output (
4-3
F
Fast and Slow Measurement Sequence 13-1
Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) - [Instruction 60] 10-7
FFT, see Fast Fourier Transform - [Instruction 60]
Figures, List of LF-1
INDEX-3
CR23X INDEX
File Mark in Storage Module 4-4, 4-5, 12-7

Fill and stop memory 4-4
Final Storage
and High/low resolution formats 2-3
Changing size of 1-8
Definition OV-6, 1-6, 2-1, A-1
Erasing 1-9
Example using two Final
Storage areas 8-8
Format 2-3, C-4
Output data resolution & range limits 2-3
Ring memory 2-1
Flags 3-3
Displaying and toggling flags 1-5
Output and Program Control 3-3
Setting Powerup Options 1-13
With J, K commands C-1
Floating point 2-3, 3-1
FRAC(X) - [Instruction 44] 10-3
Fractional Value - [Instruction 44] 10-3
Full Bridge with Excitation Compensation [Instruction 9] 9-5, 13-17 to 13-19
Full Bridge with Single Differential Measurement
- [Instruction 6] 9-4, 13-17 to 13-19
Full Duplex, Definition 6-7
Functional Modes OV-11, 1-1
G
Garbage 6-8, A-1, xi to H4
Geokon's Vibrating Wire Pressure Sensor 7-14
GOES, see TGT1 Telonics GOES
Ground loop influence on resistance
measurements 13-20
Grounding
Lightning protection OV-4, 14-6
see also Analog, Earth ground power
Gypsum Soil Moisture block
223 Blocks 8-3
227 Blocks 7-10
H
Half Duplex, Definition 6-7
Handshaking on 9 pin connector
Definition A-1
Modem/terminal hardware 6-5
High resolution
and Memory size 2-1
Definition A-1
INDEX-4
Programming Output Format, see Set High

or Low Resolution - [Instruction 78]
Range limits 2-3
Histogram, Rainflow - [Instruction 81] 11-5
Histogram, Standard and Weighted Value [Instruction 75] 11-3
I
ID
Set Datalogger ID 1-13
Read Datalogger ID - [Instruction 117] 9-23
If Case X < F - [Instruction 83] 12-1
If Flag/Port - [Instruction 91] 12-5
IF Then/Else comparisons 3-4
If TIME - [Instruction 92] 12-5
Programming examples OV-16, 8-4, 8-5
If X Compared to F - [Instruction 89] 12-4
Programming examples 8-3
If X Compared to Y - [Instruction 88] 12-4
Increment Value in Input Location [Instruction 32] 10-1
Indexing 3-1, A-1
Indirect Move - [Instruction 61] 10-11
Initiate Telecommunications [Instruction 97] 12-7
From one datalogger to another H-1
Programming example G-1, H-1
Input Locations, Indexing 3-1
Input Storage
Altering 1-4
Data format 2-3, C-3
Definition OV-5, A-2
Displaying 1-4
Input/Output Instructions 9-1
Memory and execution times 3-6
Voltage range parameter 3-2
Installation and maintenance 14-1
Power requirements 14-2
Instruction location number, Definition A-2
Instruction set, CR23X 3-1
Definition OV-9
Format OV-13
Memory requirements 3-6
Time requirements for execution 3-6
see Input/Output, Output Processing,
Program Control, Processing
CR23X INDEX
Instrumentation Northwest PS9105, see INW

PS9105 - [Instruction 29]
INT(X) - [Instruction 45] 10-3
INT8 Interval Timer, see SDM-INT8
Integer data type parameter 3-1
Integer portion, Extracting
[Instruction 45] 10-3
Integer Value of X- [Instruction 45] 10-3
Integration time 13-1
Intermediate Processing Disable Flag 3-3
Data format 2-3
Internal Data Storage 2-1
Internal FLASH Program Storage 1-12
Internal Memory OV-5
Interval Timer, see SDM-INT8
Inverse - [Instruction 42] 10-2
INW PS9105 - [Instruction 29] 9-16
K
Key functions OV-11
Keyboard OV-11
7
Mode) 2-3
Displaying Data (
Entering Programs with OV-13
Key Definition OV-11
Typical Current Draining 14-1
L
Labels OV-4
Label Subroutine - [Instruction 85] 12-1
Program Table 3 OV-8, 1-1
Lead acid power supply 14-3
Leads, see Cables/Leads
LI-COR LI200S 7-1
Lightning, Protection from 14-6
Lithium battery, replacing 14-8
Lithium battery usage OV-5, 14-9
LN(X) - [Instruction 40] 10-2
Load cell
Load Fixed Data - [Instruction 30] 10-1
Load program from FLASH memory 1-11
Logarithmic Sampling 8-9
Loop - [Instruction 87] 12-2

Counter, Definition A-2
Definition A-2
Index, see Step Loop index - [Instruction 90]
Low Pass Filter - [Instruction 58] 10-6
Low resolution
and Memory size 2-1
Definition A-2
Programming Output Format, see Set High
or Low Resolution - [Instruction 78]
Range limits 2-3
Low voltage power error OV-5, 1-10, 3-9
LP Filter, see Low Pass Filter - [Instruction 58]
Lysimeter, weighing 7-8
M
Maintenance 14-8
Manually initiated, Definition A-2
8
Mode)
Manually initiated data transfer (
4-3
Maximum - [Instruction 73] 11-3
Programming example OV-16
Measurement Programming Examples 7-1
Memory and Programming Concepts OV-5
Allocation 1-6
Automatic check on power-up 1-6
Description of areas OV-5, 1-6, 1-7
Erasing all ix, 1-8
Expanding 1-8
Final Storage OV-6, 2-1
Input Storage OV-5, 1-6
Instruction & execution time 3-6
Intermediate Storage OV-5, 1-6
Internal OV-5, 1-6
Pointers 2-1
Program OV-5, 1-7, 3-6
System OV-5, 1-7
B
1-9
Testing and system status Minimum - [Instruction 74] 11-3
Minus sign (-) & (--), Entering 3-1
Modes, General overview OV-11
0
, Compile/Log Data 1-5
1
, Program Table 1 1-1
2
3
4
, Parameter Entry Table 1-2
5
- Set/Display Clock 1-4
6
- Display/Alter Memory and Ports 1-4
7
- Display Stored Data on
Keyboard/Display 2-3
INDEX-5
CR23X INDEX
Manually initiated Data Output 4-3

Interrupts during 6-3
Output device codes for 4-2
9
Commands to Storage Module 4-6
A
Internal Memory Allocation 1-6
B
Memory Test and System Status 1-9
C
Security 1-11
D , Save/Load Program 1-11, C-6
Modem/terminal
Computer requirements 6-6
Definition A-2
Peripherals 6-2
Modem Enable line on CR23X 6-1
Peripheral requirements 6-3
Troubleshooting, Connecting to CR23X 6-7
Modem Pointer (MPTR) 2-2, 5-3
Modulo divide - [Instruction 46] 10-3
Move Signature into Input Location [Instruction 19] 9-9
Move Time to Input Location [Instruction 18] 9-9
MPTR 2-2, 5-3
MSX10/MSX20 Solar Panels 14-4
Multiply
X*F - [Instruction 37] 10-2
X*Y - [Instruction 36] 10-2
N
Natural logarithm - [Instruction 40] 10-2
Negative numbers 3-1
Nesting 3-5
Noise
Common sources 13-1
Modem 6-4
Rejection 3-2
Non-integer portion, Extracting -[Instruction 44]
10-3
Nonlinear thermistor, Connecting to CR23X 7-11
O
On-line data transfer 4-1, 12-6, A-2
Operating details ix
Operating System (OS) Signature 1-9
OR construction, Logical 3-5
Output Array
and Output Interval A-2
Calculating data points per 4-3
Definition A-2
Setting ID 2-2
Output device codes
8
Mode 4-2
for
for Instruction 96 4-2, 12-7
INDEX-6
Output Flag
Description 3-3
Example of setting OV-14
Setting to interval < 1 minute 8-5
Output interval OV-8, A-2
Output Processing Instructions 3-2, 11-1
Overrange detection 3-2
Overrun errors 1-1, 1-9
Overrun execution 1-1
P
Panel Temperature - [Instruction 17] 9-9
Parameter
Data types 3-1
Definition A-3
4
1-2
Parameter entry table
Parameter Extension - [Instruction 63] 10-14
Programming example G-2, H-2
Parity, Checking 6-7
Paroscientific T series processing [Instruction
64] 10-14
PC208W Datalogger Support Software OV-11,
OV-13, 4-3, 5-1, 5-5, G-2
Period Measurement - [Instruction 27] 9-15
Peripherals
Current drain for common 14-1
Enabling/Addressing 6-2
General 4-1
Physical description, CR23X OV-1
Polynomial, see 5th Order Polynomial [Instruction 55]
Port
Serial Input/Output 9-pin 6-1, 6-8
Port Read - [Instruction 25] 9-14
Port Serial I/O - [Instruction 15] B-1
Port Set - [Instruction 20] 9-10
Port with Duration, see Pulse Port with Duration [Instruction 21]
Ports, see Control/Logic ports
Power ground OV-3, OV-4, 14-6
Power, Raising to Y - [Instruction 47] 10-3
Power requirements OV5, 14-1
Power supplies 14-2
Connecting directly to Wiring Panel 14-4
Connecting to CR23X OV-3, OV-5
Powerup Options, Setting 1-13
PPTR 2-2
CR23X INDEX
Pressure transducer
Print device, Definition A-2
PRINT option on-line data transfer 4-1
Print peripherals 4-2, 6-2, A-3
Printer
Controlling data transmission to 2-2, 4-1
Output formats 4-3
D
Mode) 1-11
Save/Load programs (
Printer Pointer (PPTR) 2-2
Processing Instructions 10-1
Program Control Flags 3-3
Program Control Instructions 12-1
Command code parameter 3-4, 12-1
Logical constructions 3-4
Program memory
Definition OV-5, 1-7
Signature 1-9
Program Tables
Compiling 1-3
Definition 1-1, A-3
Example of entering program OV-13
Exceeding execution interval 1-1
Execution interval OV-7, 1-1
Instruction location number A-2
Interrupt subroutine 1-2, 12-1
Start/stop running 1-1
Table priority 1-2
Programming
Entering a program OV-13, 5-5
Entering negative numbers 3-1
Functional modes OV-11
Instruction format OV-13
Key definition OV-11
Logical constructions 3-4
Manual control of program execution 1-5
Overrange detection 3-2
Overview of Instruction Set 3-1
Program memory OV-5, 1-7
Remote 5-5
D
Mode) 1-11
Save/load programs (
Sequence OV-12
Programming examples OV-14, 7-1, 8-1
Editing an existing program OV-18
Sample program 1 OV-14
Sample program 2 OV-16
Programming the CR23X OV-12
Protection
from the environment 14-1
Lightning 14-5
Moisture x, 14-1, 14-8
Reverse polarity 14-2
Temperature 14-1
Transient OV-4, 14-1, 14-5
PS9104E - [Instruction 29] 9-16
Psychrometer programming example 12-3
Pulse Count - [Instruction 3] 9-1
Programming examples 7-3, 7-4, 8-5, 8-6
Pulse inputs OV-3, OV-4
Pulse port with duration - [Instruction 21] 9-10
PVC insulated conductors, Avoiding 13-10
R
Rain gauge, Tipping Bucket
Connecting to CR23X 7-4
Counting switch closure on 8-5
Rainfall intensity, Example of
programming 8-2
Rainflow Histogram - [Instruction 81] 11-5
RD (Received Data) 6-6
Read Datalogger ID - [Instruction 117] 9-23
Read Ports - [Instruction 25] 9-14
Real Time, see Set Real Time - [Instruction 114],
Record Real Time - [Instruction 77]
Received Data (RD) 6-6
Record Real Time - [Instruction 77] 11-4
Reference Junction, see Thermocouple
Reference Junction
Relays, Using digital I/O ports for switching 14-7
Remote Keyboard State OV-11, 5-5
Repetitions parameter 3-1
Request To Send (RTS) 6-6, B-1
Resetting CR23X ix, 1-8
Resistance measurements
Bridge resistance 13-17
Requiring AC excitation 13-20
Resolution 2-3, 11-5
Retrieval options, Data storage and OV-20
RF95 Radio Modem 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 12-9, H-2, I-2
RH (207) 9-7
RH (CS500) 7-12
RI (Ring Indicator) 6-6
Ring interrupts 6-3
Ring Line (Pin 3) 6-1, A-3
Ring memory 2-1
RS-232 Input from Sensors B-1
RTD Temp, see Temperature from Platinum
RTD - [Instruction 16]
INDEX-7
CR23X INDEX
RTS (Request To Send) 6-6, B-1

Run program from flash - [Instruction 111] 12-10
Run Time errors 3-9
Running average - [Instruction 52] 10-4
Running Maximum/Minimum 1-8
S
Sample - [Instruction 70] 11-2
Sample on Maximum or Minimum [Instruction 79] 11-5
Sample rate 1-1, A-3
Saturation Vapor Pressure (VP) - [Instruction 56]
10-5
Save program in flash memory 1-12
SC32A RS-232 Interface OV-12, 5-1, 6-2, 6-3, 6-5
SC90 Serial Line Monitor 4-5
SC932 RS-232 DCE Interface 6-6
Scaling Array with Multiplier & Offset [Instruction 53] 10-4
SDC, see Synchronous Device Communication
SDC99 Synchronous Device Interface 4-2, 6-2
SDI-12 recorder - [Instruction 105] 9-18
SDI-12 sensor - [Instruction 106] 9-20
SDM group trigger - [Instruction 110] 9-22
SDM-AO4 4 Channel Analog Output Module [Instruction 103] 9-18
Current drain, Typical 14-1
SDM-CD16AC AC/DC Relay Controller [Instruction 104] 9-18
SDM-CSAT3 - [Instruction 107] 9-22
SDM-INT8 8 Channel Interval Timer [Instruction 101] 9-16
SDM-SIO4 - [Instruction 113] 9-22
SDM-SW8A Switch Closure Input Module [Instruction 102] 9-17
SDM-TDR - [Instruction 100] 9-16
SDM-UDG01 - [Instruction 108] 9-22
SDMX50 channel select - [Instruction 109] 9-22
SD's, see Synchronous devices
Security 1-11
Send Character - [Instruction 98] 12-9
INDEX-8
Sensors
Connecting to Wiring Panel OV-3
Effect of lead length on signal
settling time 13-4
Settling errors for CSI resistive sensors 13-8
Serial Input/Output
Control Port Serial I/O - [Instruction 15] B-1
General OV-4, OV-5, 6-1
Pin Description 6-1
Programming example OV-16, 8-8
Serial Out - [Instruction 96] 4-1, 12-6
Set Active Storage Area - [Instruction 80] 11-5
Set Datalogger ID 1-13
Set Real Time - [Instruction 114] 9-23
Set Port, see Port Set - [Instruction 20]
Set High or Low Resolution Data Storage
Format - [Instruction 78] 11-5
Set SDM Baud - [Instruction 115] 9-23
5
Mode
Setting and Displaying the Clock 1-4
Signal ground OV-3, OV-4, 14-6
Signature
CR23X Operating System (OS) 1-9
Definition A-3
Generation of C-5
Signature - [Instruction 19] 9-9
SIN(X) - [Instruction 48] 10-3
Single-Ended measurements on analog inputs
OV-3, OV-4, 13-2
Single-Ended Volts - [Instruction 1] 9-1
SM192/716 Storage Modules, see Storage
Modules
SMPL on MAX/MIN - [Instruction 79] 11-5
SMS 4-4
Solar panels 14-4
Spark gaps on wiring panel terminals 14-5
Spatial Average - [Instruction 51] 10-4
Spatial Maximum - [Instruction 49] 10-3
Spatial Minimum - [Instruction 50] 10-4
Specifications OV-22
SPTR 2-2
SQRT(X) - [Instruction 39] 10-2
Square Root - [Instruction 39] 10-2
Standard and Weighted Value Histogram [Instruction 75] 11-3
Standard Deviation in Time [Instruction 82] 11-7
Start Bit 6-7
STD DEV, see Standard Deviation in Time [Instruction 82]
CR23X INDEX
Step Loop Index - [Instruction 90] 12-4

Stop Bit 6-7
Storage
see Final Storage, Input Storage, and
Storage and retrieval options, Data OV-20, 4-1, 6-1
Storage Module Pointer (SPTR) 2-2
Storage Modules 4-4
Addressing with CR23X 4-2, 4-5
9
Mode) 4-6
Commands to (
File Mark 4-4
8
Mode)
Manually initiated data output (
4-5
D
Mode) 1-11
Save/load program (
Use with Instruction 96 4-1, 4-5
Storage peripherals, External 4-1
Store Area, see Set Active Storage Area [Instruction 80]
Strip charts
Converting 0-360 wind direction output
to 0-540 8-7
Use with SDM-AO4 8-7
Subroutines
Entering 1-2
Label Subroutine - [Instruction 85] 12-1
Port Interrupt Subroutines 12-1
Programming Examples 8-10, 8-20
Subtract - [Instruction 35] 10-1
SW8A Switch Closure Input Module, see
SDM-SW8A
Switch 12V channel OV-3, OV-4, 14-6
Switch closure
Counting on Tipping Bucket
Rain Gage 8-5
Measuring 9-1
Switch Closure Input Module, see SDM-SW8A
Switching power to a device 14-7
Synchronous, Definition A-3
Synchronous Device Communication (SDC) 6-4
System memory OV-5, 1-7
8
Mode) 1-9
System status (
T
Tables, List of LT-1
see also Program Tables
Table overruns 1-10, 9-3, A-3
TC, see Thermocouples
TD (Transmitted Data) 6-6
TDR, see SDM-TDR
Telecommunication 5-1
Automatic setting of baud rate 5-1
Automatic time-out from 5-2
Commands 5-3
Key definitions OV-11
Password/Security 5-4
Remote keyboard OV-11, 5-5
Telecommunication states 5-4
with Binary responses C-1
Telecommunications Command OV-12
Telecommunications (Modem) Pointer (MPTR) 2-2
Temp (107), see 107 Thermistor Probe [Instruction 11]
Temp, Module, see Internal Temperature [Instruction 17]
Temp RTD, see Temperature from Platinum
R.T.D. - [Instruction 16]
Temp TC DIFF, see Thermocouple Temperature
Measurement - [Instruction 14]
Temp TC SE, see Thermocouple Temperature
Measurement - [Instruction 13]
Temperature from Platinum R.T.D. [Instruction 16] 9-9
Temperature from thermocouples, see
Thermocouple temperature
Temperature of Module, see Internal
Temperature - [Instruction 17]
Temperature range, CR23X 14-1
Terminal emulator OV-12
TGT1 Telonics GOES - [Instruction 99] 12-10
Thermocouple Measurements 13-12
Thermocouple Reference Junction 13-11, OV2, OV-16, 13-13
Thermocouple Temperature Measurement
Differential - [Instruction 14] 9-8
Programming example OV-16, 7-2
Single-Ended Measurement [Instruction 13] 9-7
Technique/error analysis 13-13
Using an External Reference Junction 7-3
Three Wire Half Bridge - [Instruction 7] 9-5,
13-17, 13-18, 13-19
Throughput rate, Definition 1-1, A-3
Time - [Instruction 18] 9-9
Time
Execution time requirements for instructions 3-6
Real Time, see Record Real Time [Instruction 77]
5
Mode) 1-4
Setting/displaying (
Standard Deviation in Time - [Instruction 82]
11-7
INDEX-9
CR23X INDEX
Record in Final Storage 11-4

Timer - [Instruction 26] 9-14
Timer, see SDM-INT8 8 Channel Interval
Tipping Bucket Rain Gage 7-4, 8-5
Totalize - [Instruction 72] 11-3
Transmitted Data (TD) 6-6
Trigger, SDM Group - [Instruction 110] 9-22
Tutorial OV-1
UDG01, see SDM-UDG01

User flags 3-4
Using the PC208W Terminal Emulator
OV-11
X * F - [Instruction 37] 10-2

X * Y - [Instruction 36] 10-2
X + F - [Instruction 34] 10-1
X + Y - [Instruction 33] 10-1
X - Y - [Instruction 35] 10-1
X / (1-X), see Bridge Transform - [Instruction 59]
X / Y - [Instruction 38] 10-2
X Mod F - [Instruction 46] 10-3
Y
X - [Instruction 47] 10-3
Vapor Pressure From Wet-/Dry-Bulb

Temperatures - [Instruction 57] 10-6
Vehicle power supply 14-4
Vibrating wire, measure sensor, Geokon's 7-14
Vibrating Wire Measurement [Instruction 28] 9-15
Voltage measurements
Differential 7-1
Differential/single-ended OV-4, 13-1
Integration 13-1
Overrange Detection 3-2
Range Codes 3-2, 9-1
Single-Ended 7-13
Voltage on analog input, excess x
Volts (SE), see Single-Ended Volts - [Instruction 1]
Volts (Diff), see Differential Volts - [Instruction 2]
VS1 Voice Phone Modem 12-7, H-2
YSI 44032 Thermistor source resistance and

signal levels 13-9
W
Watchdog reset 1-9, 3-9
Water Level
WDT-VP, see Vapor Pressure from Wet/Dry
Bulb Temperatures - [Instruction 57]
Wind Vector - [Instruction 69] 11-1
Wiring Panel
9 Pin Port Description 6-1
Connecting to Vehicle Power Supply 14-5
Description OV-1, 14-7
INDEX-10
Z
Z = 1/X - [Instruction 42] 10-2
Z = ABS(X) - [Instruction 43] 10-3
Z = ARCTAN(X/Y) - [Instruction 66] 10-15
Z = EXP(X) - [Instruction 41] 10-2
Z = F - [Instruction 30] 10-1
Z = FRAC(X) - [Instruction 44] 10-3
Z = INT(X) - [Instruction 45] 10-3
Z = LN(X) - [Instruction 40] 10-2
Z = SIN(X) - [Instruction 48] 10-3
Z = SQRT(X) - [Instruction 39] 10-2
Z = X - [Instruction 31] 10-1
Z = X + F - [Instruction 34] 10-1
Z = X + Y - [Instruction 33] 10-1
Z = X - Y - [Instruction 35] 10-1
Z = X * F - [Instruction 37] 10-2
Z = X * Y - [Instruction 36] 10-2
Z = X / Y - [Instruction 38] 10-2
Z = X MOD F - [Instruction 46] 10-3
Y
Z = X - [Instruction 47] 10-3
Z = Z + 1 - [Instruction 32] 10-1
Programming example B-11
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CR23X MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL MODULE

OV1. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

Wiring Terminals ................................................................................................................. OV-4

OV2. MEMORY AND PROGRAMMING CONCEPTS

Internal Memory .................................................................................................................. OV-5

OV3. COMMUNICATING WITH CR23X

CR23X Keypad/Display .................................................................................................... OV-11

OV4. PROGRAMMING THE CR23X

Programming Sequence ................................................................................................... OV-13

OV5. PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

Sample Program 1 ............................................................................................................ OV-15

OV6. DATA RETRIEVAL OPTIONS.................................................................................... OV-21

CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTERNAL DATA STORAGE

INSTRUCTION SET BASICS

EXTERNAL STORAGE PERIPHERALS

9-PIN SERIAL INPUT/OUTPUT

MEASUREMENT PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS

Lysimeter - 6 Wire Full Bridge ............................................................................................... 7-9

PROCESSING AND PROGRAM CONTROL EXAMPLES

INPUT/OUTPUT INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................... 9-1

10. PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................... 10-1

Fast and Slow Measurement Sequence.............................................................................. 13-1

CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS

Protection from the Environment ......................................................................................... 14-1

GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................. A-1

CONTROL PORT SERIAL I/O INSTRUCTION 15

Specifications ......................................................................................................................... B-1

ADDITIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION

ASCII TABLE........................................................................................................................... E-1

DYNAGAGE SAP-FLOW (P67)

Function ................................................................................................................................. F-1

CALLBACK (CR23X INITIATED TELECOMMUNICATIONS)

CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS

CALL ANOTHER DATALOGGER VIA PHONE OR RF

TD OPERATING SYSTEM ADDENDUM FOR CR510, CR10X, AND

INDEX ......................................................................................................................................... INDEX-1

CR23X TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SELECTED OPERATING DETAILS

5. Floating Point Format - The computations

2. Storing Date and Time - Date and time are

6. Erasing Final Storage - Data in Final

3. Data Transfer - On-line data transfer from

7. ALL memory can be erased and the

4. Final Storage Resolution - All Input

4. When connecting external power to the

2. Do not download an operating system (OS)

5. Voltages in excess of 5 volts should not be

3. When using the CR23X with the

CR23X MICROLOGGER OVERVIEW

Section 6 covers details of serial communications. Sections 7 and 8 contain programming

OV1. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

panel or AC charger. The lead acid batteries

CR23X MICROLOGGER OVERVIEW