X-Log

Quick Guide
Updated 9 October 2015

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Summary
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 3
2. What’s inside X-LOG package .................................................................................................... 3
3. First start-up ................................................................................................................................. 3
4. Interface with the datalogger........................................................................................................ 5
5. Sensors connection ....................................................................................................................... 6
5.1. LSI LASTEM sensors: configuration and wiring ................................................................ 6
6. Get data from X-LOG ................................................................................................................ 12
7. X-Storage ................................................................................................................................... 13
7.1. Activation form .................................................................................................................. 14

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1. Introduction
This document is a short introduction to the first use of the X-Log data logger. We suggest you to
download the latest version of this guide on X-Log section on the LSI LASTEM web site.

2. What’s inside X-LOG package

 N.1 X-LOG unit
 N.1 Ethernet cable
 N.1 USB key

3. First start-up
Before connecting data logger to sensors verify that the power switch is on the "0" position (off).

Connect the data logger power using the proper connector, utilizing a battery (12 Vdc, min 1 Ah) or
an external 230 Vac/12 Vdc power supply according to the following method:

 If you are using only the battery or only the external power supply, connect the terminals
to inputs +12Batt and Gnd.
 If you are using an external power supply and a battery, connect the battery terminals to the
+12Batt and Gnd inputs and connect the power supply to the InPS and Gnd inputs. In this
configuration the battery is automatically recharged (max 40 Ah) by the data logger, therefore
the power supply must have an output of at least 13.5 Vdc.

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Power supply connector

Name Function
+12 Bat Battery power (+10.5 Vdc ÷ 15 Vdc)
Gnd Ground terminal block (3 terminals)
In.P.S. Power supply input from solar panel or 230 / 13.5 Vdc power supply
+12 out Auxiliary power output (max 3 A)

Status LED

Name Color Function

Chrg ON Red Battery change LED
Pwr ON Red Power LED
R Boot Red Boot anomaly indicator LED
G Boot Green Boot anomaly indicator LED

Move the power switch to the "1" position (On). A display message will appear with some machine
start up and diagnostics information. The first message represents the product serial number.
Wait about 90 seconds until the instant data appear in the following format:

* To decode see X-LOG user guide.

The readings are shown for about 2 seconds each, passing from one reading to the next based in the
machine configuration.

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4. Interface with the datalogger

The data logger can be connected to a PC via the 10/100Mbit/s LAN interface. X-Log comes from
the factory with a pre-configured IP address necessary for connection; change it according to your
LAN configuration.
LAN Interface
IP: 192.168.1.110 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
To connect with the machine you will need to utilize an Ethernet cross cable following the procedure
below:

 Turn on the data logger.

 Connect the cable to your computer's LAN port.
 Connect the other end of the cable to the X-Log LAN port.
 Turn on the computer and set an IP address for your network card which is congruent with
the data logger's address. For example 192.168.1.255 and subnet mask 255.255.255.0.

At this point the connection between the computer and the X-Log has been established and you can
proceed to the configuration page or the data viewing page as explained in the next paragraph.

The main configuration procedure of X-Log can be done only using a web browser.

WARNING
To correctly view the pages on the PC browser, enable JavaScript and the option to search for the
most recent version of the cached pages in the tools or options menu of your browser.

With the browser open, enter the IP address of the datalogger in the address bar:
http://192.168.1.110 (factory default address) and wait for the first page to open which allows
the user to choose between instant data view or configuration (password protected).

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5. Sensors connection
There are two interfaces type from sensors to X-Log:
a) Using XLA010 interface connector.
b) Using XLA009-015-017 sensor protection boards.
Each sensors type needs a specific configuration and has to be connected to the X-Log terminals in
accordance to the electrical signals it generates. The next section gives some connection instruction
for the most used LSI LASTEM sensors.

5.1. LSI LASTEM sensors: configuration and wiring

Sensor Temperature and relative humidity
Model DMA672.1
Temperature
Parameter Value
Measure name Temperature
Type Temperature
Linearization algorithm M0
Min -30
Max 70
Decimals 1
Inst. data 60
X-Log configuration
Relative humidity
Parameter Value
Measure name Humidity
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm (M0/1000000)*100
Min 0
Max 100
Decimals 0
Inst. data 60
Temperature
Terminal Wire color
1 Black
2 Violet
3 Yellow
4 Orange
5
Connection using 6
XLA009-015-017 Relative humidity
Terminal Wire color
1
2 White
3 Cable screen
4 Grey
5
6 Green

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Sensor Wind speed and direction

Model DNA121
Wind direction
Parameter Value
Measure name WindDir
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm (M0/1000000)*360*(M0<1000000)
Min 0
Max 360
Decimals 0
Inst. data 2
X-Log configuration
Wind speed
Parameter Value
Measure name WindSpeed
Type Freq.
Linearization algorithm (0.1798051276 + 0.067801724*M0)*(M0>0)
Min 0
Max 60
Decimals 1
Inst. data 2
Wind direction
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Red
3 Yellow, bridge to terminal 4
4 Bridge to terminal 3
5
Connection using 6 White
XLA009-015-017 Wind speed
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Bridge to terminal 6
3 Black
4 Blue
5
6 Brown by a 1 kΩ resistor, bridged to terminal 2

Sensor Wind speed and direction

Model DNA821
Wind direction
Parameter Value
Measure name WindDir
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm ((M0-400000)/1600000)*360
X-Log configuration
The next algorithm can be used alternatively
(implements limits and hysteresis control):
(M0<392000)*720+(M0>399999)*(M0<2000001)*
(((M0-400000)/1600000)*360)+(M0>2000000)*
360+(M0>2008000)*720

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Min 0
Max 360
Decimals 0
Inst. data 2
Wind speed
Parameter Value
Measure name WindSpeed
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm ((M0-400000)/1600000)*60
The next algorithm can be used alternatively
(implements limits and hysteresis control):
(M0<392000)*140+(M0>399999)*(M0<2000001)*
(((M0-400000)/1600000)*70)+(M0>2000000)*
70+(M0>2008000)*140
Min 0
Max 60
Decimals 1
Inst. data 2
Wind direction
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Red, 100 Ω resistor to terminal 3
3 Bridge to terminal 4
4 Screen, bridge to terminal 3
5
Connection using 6
XLA009-015-017 Wind speed
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Black, 100 Ω resistor to terminal 3
3 Blue
4 White
5
6 Brown

Sensor Wind speed

Model DNA301
Parameter Value
Measure name WindSpeed
Type Freq.
Linearization algorithm (0.1607898185 + 0.0690042855*M0)*(M0>0)
X-Log configuration
Min 0
Max 60
Decimals 1
Inst. data 2
Terminal Wire color
1
Connection using
2 Bridge to terminal 6
XLA009-015-017
3 Black
4 Blue

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6 Brown by a 1 kΩ resistor, bridged to terminal 2

Sensor Wind direction

Model DNA310
Parameter Value
Measure name WindDir
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm (M0/1000000)*360*(M0<1000000)
X-Log configuration
Min 0
Max 360
Decimals 0
Inst. data 2
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Black
Connection using
3 Green
XLA009-015-017
4 Blue
5
6 Brown

Sensor Rain gauge

Model DQA130
Parameter Value
Measure name Rain
Type Counter
Linearization algorithm M0*0.2
X-Log configuration
Min 0
Max 100
Decimals 1
Inst. data 60
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Bridge to terminal 6
Connection using
3 Brown
XLA009-015-017
4 Blue
5
6 Bridge to terminal 2

Sensor Atmospheric pressure

Model DQA240.1
Parameter Value
Measure name Pressure
Type Volt/mA
X-Log configuration Linearization algorithm 800+((M0/1000000)*300)
Min 800
Max 1100
Decimals 0

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Inst. data 60
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Red
Connection using
3 Blue
XLA009-015-017
4 Green
5
6 Brown

Sensor Solar radiation

Model DPA053, DPA154
Parameter Value
Measure name GlobIrrad.
Type F. S. 100 mV
Linearization algorithm (M0/Calibr)*(M0>0) (*)
X-Log configuration
Min 0
Max 1500
Decimals 0
Inst. data 10
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Brown
Connection using
3 Blue, bridge to terminal 4
XLA009-015-017
4 Cable screen, bridge to terminal 3
5
6

(*) Calibration factor has to be expressed in the formula in µV/W/m2 units; “*(M0>0)” formula part
cuts off values less than zero; remove it from the formula when nightly negative values are needed.

Sensor Sunshine duration and direct radiation

Model DPD504
Direct radiation
Parameter Value
Measure name DirectRad
Type Volt/mA
Linearization algorithm ((M0-60000)/240000)*1500
Min 0
Max 1500
Decimals 0
X-Log configuration Inst. data 60
Sunshine duration
Parameter Value
Measure name SunshineDuration
Type
Linearization algorithm M0>1250000
Min 0
Max 60
Decimals 0

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Inst. data 60
Direct radiation
Terminal Wire color
1
2 Black
3 Blue
4 White
5
Connection using 6 Brown
XLA009-015-017 Sunshine duration
Terminal Wire color
1 TBD
2
3
4
5
6

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6. Get data from X-LOG

X-LOG dataloggers series sample, process and store/transmit data according to the configuration
settings.

X-Log stores data files in text format ("*.txt") inside an internal back-up area of about 32 MB.
Besides this area, files are stored in an industrial type external USB storage device connected to one
of the two USB ports of the machine; X-Log supports 512 MB to 4 GB USB memory sticks.

If a GPRS communication terminal is connected to the X-LOG, a copy of the data is sent via FTP
protocol to a predisposed internet area. In other words, there are always at least 2 or 3 (in case of
GPRS) areas where all of the historical data acquired can be found.

LSI LASTEM provides a program (compatible with Internet Explorer only), which allows the
historical data files to be downloaded and converted from ASCII into Excel® format for immediate
processing and interpretation. Besides the conversion, this application allows a backup to be made of
the data, dividing it by switchboard ID, year and month. This application, called X-COM, can be
downloaded using LSI WebInstaller program from our web site http://www.lsi-
lastem.com/Download-Software.aspx

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7. X-Storage
X-Storage is a web service provided by LSI LASTEM for X-Log users. There is no cost for the
service, only a charge for its configuration.

X-Storage received the data measured by X-Log whenever one of the three FTP sites programmed
(read part 3.3 of the X-Log user’s manual) is programmed as LSI FTP site.

X-Storage web software features:

 Current weather station data display in a real-time on the computer.

 Production of charts using archived weather data on an hourly, daily, weekly, monthly basis.
 Data collection from X-Log data logger on the computer in Excel format.

An example of X-Storage web site is http://www-lsi-lastem-xstorage.com/LSI-LASTEM.

In order to activate the X-Storage service, LSI LASTEM requires the activation form at §7.1 correctly
compiled on all its parts.

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7.1. Activation form

The following information are required to program the X-Storage service on web. Contact LSI
LASTEM to purchase the X-Storage configuration service. Complete and send this module to
support@lsi-lastem.it.

This form is also available on the LSI LASTEM web site (http://www.lsi-lastem.com) in the X-Log
section.

Measures list: list of the ordered measures configured in the X-LOG

Input N. Measurement description (add your description, 15 characters at maximum)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
11
12
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General information

X-LOG Serial Number

Station Name
Description (max 2 lines of text)

Latitude (degree, minute, second)

Longitude (degree, minute, second)
Record time (*)
Station Id Number (*)
Folder name for your web site (**)
Station image or webcam link (***)

NOTES:

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(*) As set in the station configuration first page

(**) Your station data will be available at URL:http:// www.lsi-lastem-xstorage.com/folder_name;

folder_name must be a valid folder name (avoid use of special characters and spaces).

(***) Attach an image of the station (jpg or png format) or insert an URL that point to the webcam.

After receiving this module, LSI LASTEM will send you the FTP parameters to configure X-LOG
for sending data to the X-Storage website.

IMPORTANT notice:

X-Storage service is free of charge. It is free password service, no data control or access control is
provided by LSI LASTEM.

- LSI LASTEM is not responsible for any wrong values and/or information shown on the X-
Storage web pages
- LSI LASTEM is not responsible for any interruption (random or definitive) of X-Storage
service.
- LSI LASTEM is not responsible for any loss or missing data inside the X-Storage data base.
- LSI LASTEM is not responsible for any data download and/or data usage made by not
authorized users.

Accepted by
Name: _______________________
Date: ______________________________
Company: __________________________
Position: ___________________________

Signature: _________________________

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