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6 Steps to Easily Parse Data from a Trusted Source

Author Gary Roberts | Letzte Aktualisierung: 03/02/2016 | Kommentare: 1

6 steps to easily parse data from a trusted source

Would it be helpful to include data from a reputable source with your own data? If you have permission to use another source’s data for free or by agreement, how can you easily extract the specific data you want to use without doing a lot... lesen Sie mehr

9 Tips for Proper Battery Care

Author Brad Maxfield | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/17/2016 | Kommentare: 1

9 tips for proper battery care

In honor of National Battery Day, celebrated annually on February 18th, we’d like to take a moment to remind you of some tips for safely handling, storing, and using batteries in conjunction with your Campbell Scientific equipment. While it may be easy to overlook the proper... lesen Sie mehr

Helpful Hints for Updating Your Datalogger's OS

Author Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/10/2016 | Kommentare: 0

helpful hints for updating your datalogger's os

Periodically we release new operating systems (OSs) that include new functions and instructions, as well as enhancements or bug fixes for existing functions and instructions. If you are asked to update your OS or need a newly added feature for your application, this article provides... lesen Sie mehr

Mobile App Joins the LoggerNet Family

Author Dana Worley | Letzte Aktualisierung: 02/03/2016 | Kommentare: 2

mobile app joins the loggernet family

We’ve recently had an exciting new addition to our family of LoggerNet datalogger support software. In this brief article, I’ll introduce you to this mobile app and tell you how you can get it free of charge. You are probably familiar with LoggerNet, our PC-based software... lesen Sie mehr

How to Handle Common Issues with USB to RS-232 Adapter Cables

Author Jacob Davis | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/27/2016 | Kommentare: 12

how to handle common issues with usb to rs-232 adapter cables

Have you had difficulty using a USB to RS-232 adapter to connect your RS-232 device to a computer? If so, you are not alone. Our customers frequently encounter issues with these adapters. In this article, I’ll briefly discuss the origin of these issues and provide... lesen Sie mehr

Getting to Know DNP3

Author Paul Smart | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/20/2016 | Kommentare: 0

getting to know dnp3

Have you heard of DNP3 but been unsure of what it is or what it’s used for? In this brief article, I’ll introduce you to this communications protocol, its role in SCADA applications, and how you can use it with your Campbell Scientific equipment and... lesen Sie mehr

How to Programmatically Access Stored Data Values

Author Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/13/2016 | Kommentare: 16

how to programmatically access stored data values

After you store measurements and other data in your datalogger’s tables, how do you access that data to perform operations in your CRBasic program? Where can you get an all-access pass to your data? This article will explain how you can use a special CRBasic... lesen Sie mehr

How to Convert Wind Directions in Degrees to Compass Directions

Author Jacob Davis | Letzte Aktualisierung: 01/06/2016 | Kommentare: 2

how to convert wind directions in degrees to compass directions

Do you feel lost when sifting through wind direction data that is listed in degrees? For example, can you picture in your mind what direction 195 degrees is? Would it be easier if your datalogger could put your data in compass directions instead? In this... lesen Sie mehr

Use Time Intervals for More than Storing Data: Decisions and Control

Author Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 12/30/2015 | Kommentare: 2

use time intervals for more than storing data: decisions and control

We all know that Campbell Scientific dataloggers are really good at taking measurements and storing data. But did you know that they can also make decisions and control other devices? Often, device control is done based on a time interval. This article briefly illustrates how... lesen Sie mehr

4 Tips to Successfully Run an MD485 Network with Extreme Cable Lengths

Author Andrew Sandford | Letzte Aktualisierung: 12/23/2015 | Kommentare: 0

4 tips to successfully run an md485 network with extreme cable lengths

Do you have a network of devices, connected using MD485 interfaces, so spread out that extremely long cables are required? Are you worried that the distances, and resultant cable lengths, may be causing communication problems? In this brief article, we’ll look at four tips that... lesen Sie mehr

Website Redesign Offers Better Device Experience

Author Robin Deissinger | Letzte Aktualisierung: 12/16/2015 | Kommentare: 0

website redesign offers better device experience

Have you found it somewhat difficult to navigate our website on a mobile device? Have you been a little bit frustrated by web pages that didn’t resize correctly to fit your device’s screen? To address these issues, our Web Development and Communications team has been busy... lesen Sie mehr

How to Access and Control Your Raven Modem via TCP/IP

Author Gary Roberts | Letzte Aktualisierung: 12/09/2015 | Kommentare: 1

how to access and control your raven modem via tcp/ip

Have you ever wanted the ability to control your Raven cellular modem with your data logger? Would it be nice to be able to get data on the health of your cellular modem and its data network? Maybe you even want to reset your Raven... lesen Sie mehr

7 Steps to Determine if Your Solar-Charged Power Supply Has a Problem

Author Jason Ritter | Letzte Aktualisierung: 11/24/2015 | Kommentare: 5

7 steps to determine if your solar-charged power supply has a problem

Are you having communication problems or seeing readings you don't trust? Is it possible your solar-charged power supply is the cause? How can you find out for sure? As we mentioned in the “6 Steps to Determine if Your Data Logger Needs Repairing” blog article, many data... lesen Sie mehr

A Datalogger Connection Culprit with Benefits

Author Dana Worley | Letzte Aktualisierung: 11/18/2015 | Kommentare: 0

a datalogger connection culprit with benefits

When you have work to do, there’s nothing more frustrating than being unable to connect to your datalogger in the field. We’ve all been there: You’re in LoggerNet’s Connect window pressing the Connect button, and you’re met with nothing but the endless flashing “connecting cable”... lesen Sie mehr

How to Rename Field Names for Easier Data Identification

Author Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 11/11/2015 | Kommentare: 0

how to rename field names for easier data identification

When you view your measurement data in tabular format, such as in View Pro or similar software, are your column headings, or field names, helpful to you? At a glance, do your field names quickly identify the data in the columns? If not, you may... lesen Sie mehr

Using Internet Data to Promote Outdoor Safety

Author Barbra Utley | Letzte Aktualisierung: 11/04/2015 | Kommentare: 0

using internet data to promote outdoor safety

When it comes to weather conditions, looks can be deceiving. An area that appears to be experiencing mild weather may soon experience conditions that are dangerous to human life. How can you prepare for rapidly changing weather conditions and ensure the safety of those in... lesen Sie mehr

Meet Our 2015 Photo Contest Winners

Author Robin Deissinger | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/28/2015 | Kommentare: 4

meet our 2015 photo contest winners

We asked our integrators, those folks who sell and install our products, to send us their best photos of Campbell Scientific equipment operating in the field. From all of their submissions, we selected a photo from Western Weather Group as the first-place winner. Runners-up photo... lesen Sie mehr

IP Communication Basics for Datalogger Users

Author Jacob Davis | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/14/2015 | Kommentare: 0

ip communication basics for datalogger users

Are you configuring your datalogger but confused about all the IP (Internet Protocol) settings? Do you know what the settings mean and what you should set them to? Most of us datalogger users do not have a background in computer science or network administration. Because IP-based... lesen Sie mehr

Serving up the RealTime() Instruction with a Side of Alias Declarations

Author Janet Albers | Letzte Aktualisierung: 10/07/2015 | Kommentare: 2

serving up the realtime() instruction with a side of alias declarations

CRBasic has a full menu of instructions to help you write or edit your data logger program. This article offers a main course of scheduling your data logger actions using the RealTime() instruction with a side dish of making your program easier to read with... lesen Sie mehr

New President’s Commitment to Customers and Employees

Author Robin Deissinger | Letzte Aktualisierung: 09/30/2015 | Kommentare: 0

new president’s commitment to customers and employees

Have you heard that Campbell Scientific, Inc., has a new president? Are you curious as to what changes might be coming as a result? In this short interview, we learn about the man who will be leading our company forward. Get to Know Rob Campbell On... lesen Sie mehr