LoggerNet Datalogger Support Software
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Contains advanced programming and communication capabilities
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Overview

LoggerNet is our main data logger support software package. It supports programming, communication, and data retrieval between data loggers and a PC.

LoggerNet consists of a server application and several client applications integrated into a single product. It can support connection to a single data logger, but it is especially adept in applications that require telecommunications or scheduled data retrieval used in large data logger networks.

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A copy of the current software license agreement (end-user license agreement) for LoggerNet is available in the LoggerNet Instruction Manual.

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Benefits and Features

  • Creates custom data logger programs using Edlog or CRBasic
  • Displays or graphs real-time or historic data
  • Builds custom display screens to view data or control flags/ports
  • Retrieves data using any of our telecommunication options
  • Processes data files using Split
  • Saves data in formats (including CSV and XML) that can be imported into third-party analysis packages

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Detailed Description

The standard LoggerNet software package is recommended for those who have data logger networks that do not require the more advanced features offered in LoggerNet Admin. It includes the LoggerNet server and client applications. The LoggerNet server stores the data in a cache and writes data to a variety of formats, including ASCII, binary, and XML.

The LoggerNet server and client applications enable you to do the following:

  • Configure the server to communicate with multiple data loggers via a variety of communications hardware
  • Create custom data logger programs using Short Cut, Edlog, or the CRBasic Editor
  • Connect to a data logger to check or set the clock, send programs, or perform other administrative functions
  • Collect data on demand or schedule
  • Monitor and troubleshoot the network
  • Display real-time data in a numeric display or graph
  • View and graph data files
  • Create graphical data displays that update when data is collected and allow you to control flags, ports, and variables
  • Create automated tasks
  • Process data files using Split
  • Save data in formats (including CSV and XML) that can be imported into third-party analysis packages.

The client applications included in the standard LoggerNet software package are the following:

  • Setup
  • Connect
  • Status Monitor
  • Task Master
  • Short Cut
  • CRBasic Editor
  • Edlog
  • Transformer
  • RTMC Development
  • RTMC Run-Time
  • View Pro
  • Split
  • CardConvert
  • Troubleshooter
  • Network Planner
  • PakBus Graph
  • LogTool
  • Device Configuration Utility
  • CoraScript
Version History
  • LoggerNet 4.x series replaced LoggerNet 3.x series on August 28, 2009.
  • LoggerNet 3.x series replaced LoggerNet 2.x series on 24 November, 2004.
  • LoggerNet 2.x series replaced PC208W on January 1, 2003.

Compatibility

Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.

Data Loggers

Compatible Note
21X (retired) The 21X requires three PROMs; two PROM 21X Microloggers are not compatible.
CR10X (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.
CR23X (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.
CR510 (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.

Additional Compatibility Information

Data Logger Considerations

LoggerNet supports Campbell Scientific data loggers.

Communications

LoggerNet runs on a PC, using serial ports, telephony drivers, and Ethernet hardware to communicate with data loggers via phone modems, RF devices, and other peripherals.

Software

The development tool of RTMC Pro 1.x and 2.x is not compatible with the RTMC run-time and the standard RTMC development tool in LoggerNet 4. An upgrade for RTMC Pro must be purchased separately.

Computer

LoggerNet is a collection of 32-bit programs designed to run on Intel-based computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems. LoggerNet runs on Windows 10 and Windows 11. LoggerNet runs on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of these operating systems.

Other Products

LoggerNet supports most commercially available sensors, SDM devices, multiplexers, relays, vibrating-wire interfaces, ET107, CompactFlash cards, microSD cards, and PC cards.

Specifications

Operating System Windows 11 or 10 (Both 32- and 64-bit operating systems are supported.)
Requirement .NET 4.6.2
Purchased Separately Yes
Software Level Intermediate to advanced
Communications Supported Direct connect, Ethernet, short-haul, phone modems (land-line, cellular, voice synthesized), RF transceivers (UHF, VHF, and spread spectrum), multidrop modems

Combinations of communication devices supported.
Scheduled Data Collection Supported Yes
Data Display Supported Numeric, graphical, Boolean data objects

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Certifications
  • LoggerNet 4.x is certified as Cert #201416752.
  • LoggerNet 4.x is certified as an upgrade to 4.0 and has ASC CoN ID 12274.

Downloads

LoggerNet Patch v.4.9 (419 MB) 02-10-2024

This patch will upgrade LoggerNet, LoggerNet Remote or LoggerNet Admin version 4.0 and newer to 4.9. A version of LoggerNet 4.x must be installed on the computer. 

Note: This patch includes RTMC Run-time and the RTMC Standard Development v5.0.1. If you are using RTMC Pro 4.3.3 or older or CSI Web Server 1.6 or older and plan to continue creating RTMC projects, we recommend that you opt out on updating RTMC during the install or upgrade to RTMC Pro v5.0.1.

LoggerNet Admin and Remote:

A change was made in the way the LoggerNet 4.6 Server performs "Custom Data Collection". A corresponding change was made in the Connect Screen 4.6 client "Custom Data Collection" functionality.

If you require "Custom Data Collection" functionality with the Connect Screen client, assure that the LoggerNet Servers and Connect Screen clients are 4.6 or higher.

This application requires the Microsoft .Net 4.6.2 Framework.  If it is not already installed on your computer,  it can be obtained from the Microsoft Download Center.

Supported Operating Systems: (32 and 64 bit) Windows 11 or 10.

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What's new in LoggerNet 4 Tutorial (exe format) v.- (12.9 MB) 14-09-2009

LoggerNet 4.0 was released in August of 2009. This tutorial demonstrates some of the new features and enhancements. Two new applications, View Pro and the Network Planner, are introduced.

What's new in LoggerNet 4 Tutorial (pdf format) v.- (8.46 MB) 14-09-2009

LoggerNet 4.0 was released in August of 2009. This tutorial demonstrates some of the new features and enhancements. Two new applications, View Pro and the Network Planner, are introduced.

Note: Adobe Reader 9 or later is needed to view this tutorial.

LoggerNet Trial v.4.9 (423 MB) 02-10-2024

This is a fully functional 30 day trial of the standard version of LoggerNet. This is a trial only and can not be activated as a full version with a license key. (Network setup and data is preserved from the trial when installing the full version.)

Current LoggerNet users: It is recommended that you install the trial on a computer other than the one running your existing LoggerNet. If that is not practical, we strongly recommend you back up the LoggerNet working directory to prevent backward compatibility issues if you revert to a previous version. To revert you must re-install LoggerNet using the original disk and software key.

Note: This application requires the Microsoft .Net 4.6.2 Framework.  If it is not already installed on your computer,  it can be obtained from the Microsoft Download Center.

Supported Operating Systems: (32 and 64 bit) Windows 11 or 10.

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FAQs for

Number of FAQs related to LoggerNet: 130

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  1. Does the LoggerNet server have a specific limit on the length of a generic modem script?

    The LoggerNet server imposes no specific limits on the lengths of the generic modem scripts.

  2. Can LoggerNet store data in binary file format?

    Yes. LoggerNet can be configured to store data in a binary file format.

    Follow these steps:

    1. In the LoggerNet Setup screen, select the data logger.
    2. Choose the Data Files tab.
    3. In the Output Format field, select Binary data.
  3. Does LoggerNet anywhere indicate the battery level of the connected data logger?

    For PakBus data loggers, the battery voltage is found on the Station Status screen. (The Station Status screen is accessed from the LoggerNet Connect screen.) For mixed-array data loggers, Station Status will display the lithium battery and the number of times the 12 V supply has dropped below an acceptable level. If the battery voltage is being read by the program, it may be available from the public table.

  4. How can a data logger be switched out (for example, from a CR800 to a CR1000) in LoggerNet?

    Follow these steps:

    1. In the Setup screen, record the pertinent data from the Schedule and Data Files tabs. 
    2. Delete the listed data logger.
    3. Add the new data logger. 
    4. Adjust the settings on the Schedule and Data Files tabs to match what was being done previously.
      • If the settings are complicated, review the Help menu from the Setup screen to learn more about the option in LoggerNet 4.2 to Copy Device Settings in the Tools menu.
  5. Does the license for LoggerNet include the application in a virtualized form (App-V sequencing)?

    No. For the current licensing information, refer to the LoggerNet Instruction Manual.

  6. What is the station name?

    There are two station names associated with a data logger. One name is the Station Name used in the LoggerNet network map. The other name is the Station Name field in the data logger Status table. Almost all data file formats work in LoggerNet include a station name in the header of the data file. By default, the network map station name is used. However, a checkbox in the LoggerNet Setup window, Data Files tab, allows choosing the data logger Status table station name instead.

  7. Where is scheduled data collection enabled?

    In the LoggerNet Setup screen, use the Schedule tab.

  8. How does LoggerNet handle data collection when the data logger stores data to a CompactFlash card?

    LoggerNet collects data from the data logger first. If there is additional data on a CompactFlash card, LoggerNet collects that also. Nothing special needs to be set up in LoggerNet to have this occur.

  9. Can LoggerNet perform scheduled data collection on two data loggers at the same time?

    Yes, but only if the communications links to the data loggers allow simultaneous communication. For example, two mixed-array data loggers can be contacted simultaneously using two different COM ports; however, if they are accessed via the same COM port, LoggerNet can connect to only one at a time.

  10. Can two instances of LoggerNet communicate at the same time with one data logger?

    It is certainly possible for two instances of LoggerNet to communicate with the data logger. Depending on the link type and capability of the data logger, they may be able to do so simultaneously. However, it is important to ensure that each of the PakBusPort devices in each LoggerNet instance has a unique PakBus address.

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