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  • Zen Datalogger 16 Channel Datalogger with SD Card, Isolated Universal Input FREE Configuration & Data Viewing Software

    Zen Datalogger 16 Channel Datalogger with SD Card, Isolated Universal Input FREE Configuration & Data Viewing Software. Find out everything you need to know about the Define Instruments Zen Datalogger (Med Voltage, RS422/485) * in just 30 seconds with our quick video overview.
    Zen Datalogger (Med Voltage, RS422/485) *

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    What it does:
    Enables sophisticated monitoring, control and data logging of up to 16 input signals from a variety of sources

    Easy DAQ and onboard data logging

    Get all your data acquisition (DAQ) requirements fulfilled with the Zen Datalogger. It logs data onto a 1GB micro SD card, so you can physically take your data with you or route it to other hardware.

    Data visualization and graphing helps you understand your data

    If logging data is vital to your application then you'll know that interpreting that data is just as vital. The Zen Datalogger gives you a simple way (via WorkBench software) to plot graphs and visualize your data for a better understanding of your results.

    “We've had a Define data logger in operation for more than a year now and it has been running flawlessly since the day of commissioning.” Columbus Steel

    Enjoy the flexibility of universal inputs

    Like its predecessor (ZEN-16) the Zen Datalogger accepts TC, RTD, mA, mV, V, Frequency and Counter and shares many of its capabilities. This means you can reduce the number of separate instruments you need for your application, keeping things simple for maintenance and troubleshooting.

    • 16 isolated channels
    • 4 digital inputs, 2 analog ouputs, 2 relay outputs
    • RS232/RS485 and RS422/R485
    • Ethernet Modbus
    • HMI interface
    • Expansion option to ZEN-RIO

    In addition to this software a Bridge Key is required for the configuration of this product. You must order one unless you already have one from a previous product purchase.

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    Define Instruments Zen Data Logger
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    Omega OMB DAQ 2416
    		16 TC or 4-20mA
    		No
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    Next Industries NI-816
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    Prices checked Dec 13, 2016


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    RCM
    CE
    Modbus Member
    Input
     
    Number of input channels
    16
    Input configuration
    Isolated universal inputs: Current, Voltage, RTD, Thermocouple, Potentiometer, Digital Pulse, Current Sensor or Attenuator input
    See below for input specifications for each input type
    Input isolation
    2,500V AC for 1 minute between all input channels
    Isolation test voltage
    1000V DC for 1min between analog input channels, and between analog inputs and digital outputs
    Resolution
    16 bits
    Accurate to
    <±0.1% fso (unless otherwise stated for specific input dd>
    Power
     
    Power supply
    HV= 85–265V AC / 95–370V DC, OR
    MV= 24–48V AC / 17–72V DC
    Supply frequency
    50/60Hz, 10VA
    Mains isolation
    250V AC
    Isolation test voltage
    Mains isolation test voltage 3000V AC 50Hz for 1min to all inputs and outputs
    General Specifications
     
    Noise immunity
    (CMRR) 160dB tested at 300V RMS 50Hz
    RF immunity
    <±1% effect fso dd>
    Permanent memory
    (E²ROM) 100,000 writes per input parameter
    Linearity & repeatability
    <±0.1% dd>
    Channel Separation
    125db minimum
    Thermocouple Input
     
    Thermocouple types

    B= 32 to 3272°F (0 to 1800°C)
    E= -328 to 1292°F (-200 to 700°C)
    J= -328 to 1832°F (-200 to 1000°C)
    K= -328 to 2300°F (-200 to 1260°C)
    N= -328 to 2372°F (-200 to 1300°C)
    R= 32 to 3092°F (0 to 1700°C)
    S= 32 to 3092°F (0 to 1700°C)
    T= -328 to 752°F (-200 to 400°C)
    Input impedance
    >500KΩ
    T/C lead resistance
    100Ω max
    Cold junction compensation
    14 to 140°F (–10 to 60°C)
    CJC drift
    <0.02°c °c typical for all dd>
    Accuracy
    0.1% of FSO ±1°C typical
    Sensor open
    Upscale
    RTD Input
     
    RTD input type
    Pt100 3 wire RTD DIN 43760: 1980
    Pt1000 3 wire RTD standard
    Range

    -328 to 572°F (-200 to 300°C), 0.02°F (0.01°C) resolution
    -328 to 1472°F (-200 to 800°C), 0.1°F (0.1°C) resolution
    Lead wire resistance
    10Ω/lead max recommended
    Sensor current
    0.6mA continuous
    Sensor fail
    Upscale
    Accuracy
    -328–572°F (-200–300°C) = ±0.1°C
    -328–1472°F (-200–800°C) = ±0.3°C
    Ambient drift
    0.003°C/°C typical
    Current Input
     
    Range
    0–20mA, 4–20mA
    Input impedance
    45Ω
    Max over-range
    Protected by PTC to 24V DC
    Linearity & repeatability
    0.1% FSO max
    Accuracy
    0.1% FSO max
    Channel separation
    0.001% max
    Ambient drift
    0.003%/°C FSO typical
    RF immunity
    1% effect FSO typical
    Fail safe micro switch
    Prevents external loops from being interrupted in the event of a power loss to the Zen
    Voltage Input
     
    Ranges
    ±200mV, –200mV to 1V, 0–10V, 0–18V
    Input impedance
    >500KΩ on all ranges
    Maximum over voltage
    24V DC
    Linearity & repeatability
    0.1% FSO max
    Accuracy
    0.1% FSO max
    Channel separation
    0.001% max
    Ambient drift
    0.003%/°C FSO typical
    RF immunity
    1% effect FSO typical
    Digital Pulse Input
     
    Frequency range
    0–2500.0Hz
    Fast counter range
    0–2500.0Hz
    Sensors
    Open collector (NPN, PNP), TTL or Clean Contact
    Frequency resolution
    0.1Hz
    Debounce counter range
    0–50Hz max
    Counter register output
    32 bit
    Accuracy
    ±0.5%
    AC Current Sensor Input
     
    Sensor type
    Current transformer ACCS-420, ACCS-420-L and ACCS-010
    Amperage range
    Header selectable
    ACCS-420/010= 100/150/200A
    ACCS-420-L= 10/20/50A
    Overload
    (continuous)
    ACCS-420/010= 175/300/400A respectively
    ACCS-420-L = 80/120/200A respectively
    Output
    (Representing 0–100% of full scale input range)
    ACCS-420(-L)= 4–20mA DC loop powered
    ACCS-010= 0–10V DC
    Power supply

    ACCS-420(-L)= Loop powered, 15–36V DC
    ACCS-010= Self powered
    Accuracy
    1% of full scale
    Response time
    250ms (10–90%)
    Isolation voltage
    2,000V
    Frequency
    50–60Hz
    Features
     
    Expansion interface
    Add 16 relay outputs and 16 digital control inputs with a ZEN-RIO Relay/IO Expansion
    HMI interface
    For FM1602 Remote Display
    Potentiometer Input
     
    Potentiometer input
    3-wire
    Excitation voltage
    Variable
    Potentiometer resistance
    <2kω low pot;>2kΩ high pot
    Field programmable zero
    0–90% of span
    Field programmable span
    0.1–100%
    Linearity & repeatability
    <±0.05% fso dd>
    Response time
    100msec
    Ambient drift
    <50ppm dd>
    Attenuator Input
     
    Attenuator type
    Define Instruments HVA-1000
    Max input voltage
    1000V DC
    Attenuation factor
    1000 ±0.1%
    Input impedance
    3.8MΩ
    Output impedance
    3.8kΩ
    Attenuator type
    Differential resistive
    Ambient drift
    50ppm/°C max
    Relay Output
     
    Number of relay outputs
    2
    LED indication
    of each output
    Isolation
    Isolated
    Contact rating
    5A 30V DC
    Analog Output (Retransmission)
     
    Number of analog outputs
    2
    Analog output type
    Isolated 4-20mA analog outputs
    Isolation test voltage
    1000V DC for 1min between analog output and digital output
    Resolution
    15 bits, 16,000 steps
    Compliance voltage
    10V 500Ω
    Intelligent Multiplexer
     
    Channel selection
    Binary (digital inputs)
    Cycle time
    4sec minimum to cycle through all 16 inputs
    Resolution
    12 bits, 4000 steps typical
    Comm Port(s)
     
    Protocols
    Modbus RTU, RS232, RS422 or RS485
    Port 1
    Select either:
    RS= RS422 / RS485 OR
    EMOD= Ethernet Modbus (10/100/Auto)
    Port 2
    RS232 / RS485 auto-select
    Selectable baud rate 2400–230000 baud. Format: 8 bit, no parity, 1 stop
    Isolation test voltage
    1000V DC for 1min between comms and analog input/output, and between comms and digital input/output
    Digital Inputs
     
    Number of digital inputs
    4 x Opto isolated inputs
    LED indication
    of each digital input
    Functions
    Status, up counter, up/down counter with direction, debounced counter, frequency, gated frequency
    Counter register output
    32 bit
    Frequency range
    0–10,000Hz
    Input voltage
    5–30V DC
    Threshold
    4.6V typical
    Debounce counter range
    0–100Hz
    Load
    At 5V DC= 1.1mA; At 24V DC= 7mA
    Isolation test voltage
    1000V DC for 1min between digital input and analog input/output, and between digital input and digital output
    Data Logging
     
    Real-time clock
     
    Data logging
    to Micro SD card (supplied). Logging to onboard memory when Micro SD card removed
    Micro SD card capacity

    1GB (7,858,683 samples for all channels)
    Not compatible with higher-capacity Micro SD cards
    Onboard memory capacity

    32MB (31,774 samples for all channels)
    Used when Micro SD card is removed
    Datalog retrieval
    Fast, simple datalog retrieval and visualization using Define WorkBench
    Programming
     
    USB programmable
    Via USB prog port using Bridge Key USB programmer (sold separately)
    Define WorkBench
    Simple configuration and data log retrieval using Define WorkBench
    Construction
     
    Casing
    DIN 35 rail mounting; Material: ABS inflammability V0 (UL94)
    Dimensions (H x W x D)
    2.32 x 10.04 x 5.67" (59 x 255 x 144mm), with plugs in
    Weight
    ZEN-LOG-RS = 27.2oz (770g)
    ZEN-LOG-EMOD = 27.7oz (784g)
    Environmental Conditions
     
    Operating temperature
    14 to 140°F (–10 to 60°C)
    Storage temperature
    –4 to 176°F (–20 to 80°C)
    Operating humidity
    5–85% RH max, non-condensing
    Certifications & Compliances
     
    EN 61326-1
    Complies with EN-61326-1:2006
    EMC
    Emissions EN 558022-A; Immunity EN 50082-1; Safety EN 60950

    Zen Datalogger Manual Zen Datalogger Manual 16V03, 30-Sep-2016 | (4414 KB)

    Zen Register Supplement Zen Register Supplement 18V01, 04-Oct-2018 | (3660 KB)

    Zen Datalogger Datasheet Zen Datalogger Datasheet 16V04, 30-Sep-2016 | (733 KB)

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    Use Define WorkBench to simulate, configure and view data for all Zen series control stations, including:

    With a user-friendly, uncluttered design, WorkBench offers a simple interface for setting up and scaling your Zen unit, as well as retrieving and graphing your datalog.

    N.B. Version 2 features Simulation Mode and is only compatible with legacy ZEN-16 firmware 2.0.0 and later.

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    The basics of CodeLab are easy to pick up for users with beginner to intermediate programming experience. We also provide a Macro Development Tutorial document, offering a simple, step-by-step introduction to CodeLab.

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    ZEN-LOG
    Power Supply
    -HV 85-265V AC / 95-370V DC
    -MV 24-48V AC / 17-72V DC
    Port 1
    -RS RS422/485
    -EMOD Ethernet Modbus
    Sample order codes: ZEN-LOG-HV-RS, ZEN-LOG-MV-EMOD
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