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2020/2040 SERIES
Squirrel Data Logger
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Getting Started
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Contents
1. Hardware Checklist............................................................................2
2. General Information...........................................................................3
3. Communicating with your Logger ...................................................4
4. Quick Start Example..........................................................................8
5. Download Process Explained.........................................................12
6. Menu and Navigation.......................................................................13
7. Connections.....................................................................................15
8. Accessories......................................................................................17
9. Specifications...................................................................................19
10. Declaration of Conformity....................................inside rear cover
After reading this document,
please refer to the Help contents
within SquirrelView (press F1) for
further details on your logger and
how to use it with the software.
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A) SQ2020/2040 Logger
B) USB drive containing software (SQA100)
C) Getting Started manual (this booklet)
D) USB Cable (LC77)
E) Mounting bracket/stand for logger (WB6)
F) Batteries, 6 x AA
G) Current shunt resistors for 4 to 20mA inputs, 10R x 4 (CS202)
H) Connectors: 6 way x 4 (18097), 4 way (13975), 3 way
(14174), with cable ties
Note: 2040 Logger is supplied with 4 extra 6 way connectors
as above (18097).
Wi-fi version also contains an antenna.
1. Hardware Checklist
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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2. General Information
The 2020/2040 uses six AA size alkaline batteries located under the removable cover
shown below. To insert new or change the existing batteries:
1. Open the battery cover by pushing down and sliding as shown.
2. Insert six AA* batteries, ensuring the correct polarity.
3. Refit the battery cover
* It is recommended that all replacement batteries are of the same manufacturer, type
and condition.
2.1 Installing the batteries
2.2 Power indicator
Battery indicator
When logging please ensure that the batteries in the unit have sufficient capacity to
complete the logging task. This can be checked via the battery indicator located in the
top right of the display.
HIGH LOW
CAPACITY CAPACITY
External power indicator
The logger may be powered from an external source (10-18V DC)
Important: To ensure data protection in the case of an unexpected power loss,
please ensure that batteries are fitted whilst the unit is operational.
Important: Remove the batteries when the logger is not used for long periods of
time or is being transported
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3. Communicating with your Logger
Important: Please ensure the software is installed before connecting the Squirrel data
logger.
3.1 Installing the Software
For detailed installation instructions please see the supplied ‘Software Installation Guide’
supplement. For quick installation please see the steps below;
1. Ensure you have administration rights on the PC you wish to install software on
2. Ensure any current Grant applications are closed
3. Insert the USB drive into the USB port of your computer, open the USB drive
window and run the .exe program.
4. Follow the on screen installation wizard
3.2 Connecting your Squirrel Data Logger
You can connect to your logger by using one of the following methods;
1. Serial (RS232), including serial adaptors
2. USB
3. Ethernet (where fitted)
4. Wi-fi (where fitted)
Please see below for more information.
Serial (RS232)
For information on using serial adaptors please see the SquirrelView help file. If using a
straight serial (RS232) cable, connect one end to the serial port on the logger and the other
end to the PC’s serial port. Once connected you are ready to begin communications.
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Win XP - During the installation the USB drivers were pre-installed so the wizard will
automatically locate the driver. On the ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ select ‘No, not this
time’ and for all the other screens select ‘Next’ to complete the installation.
USB
Connect one end of the supplied USB lead to the logger and the other end to the PC.
On detection of the logger the PC will install the Grant Instruments SQ20XX USB device
drivers
Win 7/Vista - USB Device Drivers are automatically installed and no further action is re-
quired
Select Continue Anyway on the Hardware Installation warning which refers to Windows
Logo testing. Once the driver installation has completed you are ready to communicate to
your logger.
If you experience any problems refer to Troubleshooting->20xx USB Drivers in SquirrelView
Help.
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Ethernet
Before using the Ethernet connection please read the configuration manual which can be
found under ‘~\SquirrelView\Manuals\SQ20xx Inbuilt Ethernet Configuration.pdf’ where
‘~\SquirrelView’ is the installation directory of SquirrelView. Connect your Ethernet network
to the Ethernet port on the logger.
Ethernet is only available when the logger is connected to an external power supply.
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Wi-fi
Before using the Wi-fi connection it is necessary to assemble the antenna to the logger as
shown below.
1. Screw the antenna onto the threaded socket and orient it in the same direction as
the antenna on the receiver connected to the PC (usually vertical).
2. Attach an external power supply to the logger.
3. Turning on the power will cause the yellow and green lights on the module to start
flashing. A connection has been established when the yellow light stays on
permanently.
Wi-fi is only available when the logger is connected to an external power supply.
To complete the installation please refer to the configuration manual which can be found
under ‘~\SquirrelView\Manuals\SQ20xx Inbuilt Ethernet Configuration.pdf’ where
‘~\SquirrelView’ is the installation directory of SquirrelView.
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4. Quick Start Example
From
SquirrelView Assistant
click on Logger
Setup.
From the Logger
Setup screen select
the Logger Control
tab.
Click on ‘Set Logger
Time to PC Time’,
click OK on the
confirmation screen.
After installing SquirrelView an example setfile will be installed within the SquirrelView
installation directory. The example file will log the internal temperature of the logger.
In order to familiarise yourself with the logger the novice user may find this example
Setup useful.
4.1 Start SquirrelView and Select Logger Type
Click on the shortcut icon on your desktop to launch SquirrelView or select it from your
start menu. When the SquirrelView Assistant is loaded, ensure the correct logger type
and communication method is selected.
Logger type can be viewed from the SquirrelView assistant, if you need to make any
changes select Logger Selection from the toolbar or run the Communication Wizard.
(Note: the default communication method is USB and you will need to change this via
the Communication Wizard if you are using any of the other communication methods).
4.2 Synchronise Logger & PC
It is advisable to start by synchronising the Logger clock with the PC clock.
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The Logger
Setup screen
is now visible,
from here you
will be able to
set up your
logging
requirements.
Within the
Actual
Channels tab
scroll down the
Sensor Type
column to Ref.
Junction 1.
This is the
input you will
be reading in
this example.
The Job
Description
can be used to
describe your
setup.
In the SquirrelView
Assistant click ‘Logger
Setup’ to enter the Logger Setup
screen. From here open the
demo setfile using File -> Open
and select the appropriate file for
your logger type.
4.3 Running Quick Start Demo
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