Campbell CR1000 User Manual

Section 4. System Quickstart
4.6 Datalogger Support Software — Quickstart
Reading List:
• Datalogger Support Software — Quickstart (p. 46)
• Datalogger Support Software — Overview
(p. 95)
• Datalogger Support Software — Details
(p. 450)
• Datalogger Support Software — Lists
(p. 654)
Datalogger support software are PC or Linux software available from Campbell
Scientific that facilitate communication between the computer and the CR1000.
A wide array of software are available, but this section focuses on the following:
• Short Cut Program Generator for Windows (SCWin)
• PC200W Datalogger Starter Software for Windows
• LoggerLink Mobile Datalogger Starter software for iOS and Android
A CRBasic program must be loaded into the CR1000 to enable it to make
measurements, read sensors, and store data. Short Cut is used to write simple
CRBasic programs without the need to learn the CRBasic programming language.
Short Cut is an easy-to-use wizard that steps you through the program building
process.
After the CRBasic program is written, it is loaded onto the CR1000. Then, after
sufficient time has elapsed for measurements to be made and data to be stored,
data are retrieved to a computer. These functions are supported by PC200W and
LoggerLink Mobile.
Short Cut and PC200W are available at no charge at
www.campbellsci.com/downloads (http://www.campbellsci.com/downloads).
Note More information about software available from Campbell Scientific can be
found at www.campbellsci.com http://www.campbellsci.com. Please consult with
a Campbell Scientific application engineer for a software recommendation to fit a
specific application.
4.7 Tutorial: Measuring a Thermocouple
This tutorial illustrates the primary functions of the CR1000. The exercise
highlights the following:
• Attaching a sensor to the datalogger
• Creating a program for the CR1000 to measure the sensor
• Making a simple measurement
• Storing measurement data
• Collecting data from the CR1000 with a PC
• Viewing real-time and historical data from the CR1000
4.7.1 What You Will Need
The following items are used in this exercise. If you do not have all of these
items, you can provide suitable substitutes. If you have questions about
compatible power supplies or serial cables, please consult a Campbell Scientific
application engineer.
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Campbell CR1000 Specifications

General

Power Requirements	9.6 to 16 VDC
Data Logger Operating System	CRBasic
Memory	4 MB
Analog Inputs	16 single-ended or 8 differential
Analog Input Resolution	13 bits
Analog Input Range	+/-2.5V
Digital I/O	8
Pulse Counters	2
Communication Ports	RS-232
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +50°C
Pulse Channels	4