Onset HOBO Setup Guide

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Task 5: Add Data Node to the Network
Before you Begin: Make sure the receiver is in Form Network
mode (RED and GREEN LEDs flashing continuously and
Forming Network progress indicator appears on screen). If not,
click the Form Network button at the bottom of the
HOBOnode Manager window.
A. If there are any external sensors that will be used with
this data node, connect them now.
B. To activate a data node and add it to the network, use a
wire paper clip to briefly press the button located inside
the small hole at the bottom of the case.
LED Indication: While the data node is searching for a
receiver, the RED and GREEN LEDs will alternate blinking.
The node will appear in the Device Table at the bottom of the
HOBOnode Manager window.
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C. Exit Form Network Mode
Once the data node appears in the Device Table at the
bottom of the HOBOnode Manager window, you can exit
Form Network mode. Click the X on the Form Network
Progress Indicator to exit Form Network Mode.
D. View Data Node Popup Balloon
When you first add a data node to the network, a popup
balloon appears providing some configuration
information about the data node.
1. To dismiss the popup balloon, click the red X in
the top right corner.
2. To disable future popups, check the Don’t show
popups for new devices box.
Note: If you have a ZW-005 or a ZW-007 and only have an
External Temp/RH sensor installed, you do not need to select a
sensor type.

Onset HOBO Specifications

General

Battery Life	Depends on model. Typically 1 year, but can be several years depending on logging rate, parameters logged, and other factors.
Humidity Range	0% to 100% RH
Data Download	USB, Bluetooth
Logging Rate	1 second to 18 hours (configurable)
Dimensions	Varies by model. Check specific model specifications.
Weight	Varies by model. Check specific model specifications.
Waterproof	Yes (IP67 rated for some models)
Accuracy	±0.2°C (temperature), ±2.5% RH (humidity, varies by model)