Campbell Scientific - Model CR300 - Compact Datalogger
Overview
The CR300 series includes Wi-Fi, cellular, or the following radio options for different regions:
CR300-RF407: US and Canada
CR300-RF412: Australia and New Zealand
CR300-RF422: Europe
CR300-RF427: Brazil
Note: Campbell Scientific does not recommend the CR300 for use as a PakBus router in networks with more than 50 devices. Large arrays or string variables may also reach memory limits. For such applications, a CR1000X Measurement and Control Datalogger is recommended.
Benefits and Features
- Connects directly to a computer's USB port
- Differentiates even slight changes in data values with higher resolutions measurements (24 bit Adc)
- Provides simple serial sensor integration and measurement with SDI-12 and/or RS-232
- Supports full PakBus networking
- Includes embedded web page for direct connection via web browser
- Set up easily with PC software and USB connectivity
- Measure with confidence analog and digital sensors
- Internet ready–email, FTP, HTTP/web, TCP–with required add-ons
- Trust in the Campbell Scientific quality, including integral surge and ESD protection
- Network wirelessly to another node or Internet gateway with integrated radio option
- Communicate from anywhere when using cellular or satellite peripheral
- Save money and space using the integrated 12 V battery solar charge regulator
- Measure smart sensors using RS-232 or SDI-12
- Connect with PakBus, Modbus, DNP3, GOES, and other standard communication protocols
- Analyze and control with programmability and multiple general purpose I/O
- Notify with event-driven communications and physical outputs
Detailed Description
- One switched 12 V terminal (SW12V) for powering sensors or communication devices, 1100 mA @ 20°C (The 1100 mA voltage output is for dataloggers with serial numbers ≥ 2813.)
- Two sensor excitation or continuous 0.15 to 5 V terminals (VX1, VX2) for sensor excitation or output control
- Six multipurpose analog input terminals (SE1 - SE6)
- Analog functions (SE1 - SE6)
- Analog inputs: 6 single-ended or 3 differential inputs with -100 to +2500 mV and ±34 mV ranges 24 bit ADC
- 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 20 mA inputs (SE1, SE2 only)
- Digital I/O functions (SE1 - SE4) consist of 3.3 V logic levels for:
- High frequency counter (35 kHz)
- Pulse width modulation
- Interrupts and timer input
- Period average (200 kHz, amplitude dependent)
- Analog functions (SE1 - SE6)
- Two Pulse Counting Terminals (P_SW, P_LL)
- P_SW
- Switch closure (150 Hz)
- High frequency counter (35 kHz)
- P_LL
- Low level ac (20 kHz)
- High frequency counter (20 kHz)
- P_SW
- Two Control Terminals (C1, C2): C terminals are software configurable for digital functions
- Digital I/O functions consist of 5 V output and 3.3 V input logic levels for:
- SDI-12
- High frequency counter (3 kHz)
- Switch closure (150 Hz)
- General status/control
- Voltage source 5 V: 10 mA @ 3.5 V
- Interrupts
- Serial asynchronous communication Tx/Rx pair
- Digital I/O functions consist of 5 V output and 3.3 V input logic levels for:
Specifications
CPU: ARM Cortex M4, running at 144 MHz
Internal Memory:
- Internal memory is for dataloggers with serial numbers ≥ 2813.
- 30 MB flash for data storage
- 80 MB flash for CPU drive / programs
- 2 MB flash for operating system
Clock Accuracy: ±1 min per month
USB Micro B: For direct connection to PC (limited power source during configuration), 2.0 full speed, 12 Mbps
RS-232: For connecting RS-232 modems or serial sensors
Battery Terminal Pair (-BAT+): For regulated 12 V power input or rechargeable 12 V VRLA for UPS mode
Charge Terminal Pair (-CHG+): For 16 to 32 V from dc power converter or 12 or 24 V solar panel (10 W)
Power Consumption @ 12 Vdc:
- 1.5 mA (sleep)
- 5 mA (1 Hz scan with one analog measurement)
- 23 mA (active processor always on)
Best Analog Accuracy: ±(0.04% of reading ± 6 µV) at 0° to 40°C
Best Effective Resolution: 0.23 μV (±34 mV range, differential measurement, input reversal, 50/60 Hz fN1)
Operating Temperature Range: -40° to +70°C
Compliance Information: View the compliance information in the Documents section of the web page.
Dimensions: 14.0 x 7.6 x 5.1 cm (5.5 x 3.0 x 2.0 in.)
Weight: 242 g (0.53 lb)
CR300-RF407 Option
Radio Type: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Output Power: 5 to 250 mW (user-selectable)
Frequency: 902 to 928 MHz (US, Canada)
Channel Capacity: Eight 25-channel hop sequences sharing 64 available channels
RF Data Rate: 200 kbps
Receive Sensitivity: -101 dBm
Antenna Connector: RPSMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
Average Additional Current Contribution @ 12 Vdc:
- 45 mA (transmit)
- 12 mA (idle on)
- 4 mA (idle 0.5 s power mode)
- 3 mA (idle 1 s power mode)
- 1.5 mA (idle 4 s power mode)
Compliance Information:
- MCQ-XB900HP (United States FCC Part 15.247)
- 1846A-XB900HP (Industry Canada [IC])
Weight: 249.5 g (0.55 lb)
CR300-RF412 Option
Radio Type: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Output Power: 5 to 250 mW (user-selectable)
Frequency: 915 to 928 MHz (Australia, New Zealand)
Channel Capacity: Eight 25-channel hop sequences sharing 31 available channels
RF Data Rate: 200 kbps
Receive Sensitivity: -101 dBm
Antenna Connector: RPSMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
Average Additional Current Contribution @ 12 Vdc:
- 45 mA (transmit)
- 12 mA (idle on)
- 4 mA (idle 0.5 s power mode)
- 3 mA (idle 1 s power mode)
- 1.5 mA (idle 4 s power mode)
Compliance Information:
- ACMA RCM
- MCQ-XB900HP (United States FCC Part 15.247)
- 1846A-XB900HP (Industry Canada [IC])
Weight: 249.5 g (0.55 lb)
CR300-RF422 Option
Radio Type: F868 MHz SRD 860 with Listen Before Talk (LBT) and Automatic Frequency Agility (AFA)
Output Power: 2 to 25 mW (user-selectable)
Frequency: 863 to 870 MHz (European Union)
Channel Capacity: 30 channels (default), software configurable for meeting local regulations; 10 sequences for reducing interference through channel hop
RF Data Rate: 10 kbps
Receive Sensitivity: -106 dBm
Antenna Connector: RPSMA (external antenna required)
Average Additional Current Contribution @ 12 Vdc:
- 20 mA (transmit)
- 9.5 mA (idle on)
- 3.5 mA (idle 0.5 s power mode)
- 2.5 mA (idle 1 s power mode)
- 1.5 mA (idle 4 s power mode)
Compliance Information: View the compliance information in the Documents section of the web page.
Weight: 249.5 g (0.55 lb)
CR300-RF422 Option
Radio Type
868 MHz SRD 860 with Listen Before Talk (LBT) and Automatic Frequency Agility (AFA)
Output Power
2 to 25 mW (user-selectable)
Frequency
863 to 870 MHz (European Union)
RF Data Rate
10 kbps
Receive Sensitivity
-106 dBm
Antenna Connector
RPSMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/rf422 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
Idle Current Drain, Average
9.5 mA
Active Current Drain, Average
20 mA
CR300-RF427 Option
Radio Type
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Output Power
5 to 250 mW (user-selectable)
Frequency
902 to 907.5 MHz/915 to 928 MHz (Brazil)
RF Data Rate
200 kbps
Receive Sensitivity
–101 dBm
Antenna Connector
RPSMA (External antenna required.)
Idle Current Drain, Average
12 mA (@ 12 Vdc)
Active Current Drain, Average
< 80 mA (@ 12 Vdc)
CR300-WIFI Option
Operational Modes
Client or Access Point
Operating Frequency
2.4 GHz, 20 MHz bandwidth
Antenna Connector
Reverse Polarity SMA (RPSMA)
Antenna
pn 16005 unity gain (0 dBd), 1/2 wave whip, omnidirectional with articulating knuckle joint for vertical or horizontal orientation
Transmit Power
7 to 18 dBm (5 to 63 mW)
CR300-CELL200 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL200 option is not compatible with a Verizon cellular network.
Cell Technologies
2G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
3G (UMTS/HSPA+)
2G Frequency Bands
850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz
3G Frequency Bands
800, 850, 900, 1900, and 2100 MHz
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
24 dBm on UMTS
27 dBm on EDGE
33 dBm on GSM
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
CR300-CELL205 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL205 option is not compatible with a Verizon cellular network.
Certifications
IC (Industry Canada) 10224A-201611EC21A
Cell Technologies
3G (UMTS/HSPA+)
4G (LTE CAT-1)
3G Frequency Bands
850, 1700/2100 (AWS), and 1900
4G Frequency Bands
700, 850, 1700/2100 (AWS-1), 1900
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
23 dBm on LTE
24 dBm on UMTS
27 dBm on EDGE
33 dBm on GSM
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
CR300-CELL210 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL210 option is only compatible with a Verizon cellular network.
Cell Technologies
4G (LTE CAT-1)
4G Frequency Bands
700, 850, 1700, 1900, 2100
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
Power Consumption - Low Power Mode
5 mA
Power Consumption - Idle
35 mA
Power Consumption - Active
70 mA
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
23 dBm on LTE
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
CR300-CELL215 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL215 option is intended for use in EMEA countries.
Cell Technologies
2G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
3G (UMTS/HSPA+)
4G (LTE CAT-1)
2G Frequency Bands
900 and 1800 MHz
3G Frequency Bands
850, 900, and 2100 MHz
4G Frequency Bands
800, 850, 900, 1800, 2100, and 2600 MHz
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
23 dBm on LTE
24 dBm on UMTS
27 dBm on EDGE
33 dBm on GSM
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
CR300-CELL220 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL220 option is intended for use in Australia.
Cell Technologies
3G (UMTS/HSPA+)
4G (LTE CAT-1)
3G Frequency Bands
850 and 2100 MHz
4G Frequency Bands
700, 850, 1800, 2100, and 2600 MHz
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
23 dBm on LTE
24 dBm on UMTS
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
CR300-CELL225 Option
-NOTE-
The CR300-CELL225 option is intended for use in Japan.
Cell Technologies
4G (LTE CAT-1)
4G Frequency Bands
800 (lower), 800 (upper), 850+, 900, 1800, and 2100 MHz
Antenna Connector
SMA (External antenna required; see www.campbellsci.com/order/cr300 for Campbell Scientific antennas.)
SIM Interface
3FF (6 position/contacts)
Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 V.
Radio Output Power
23 dBm on LTE
Radio Sensitivity Range
-99.5 to 110.5 dBm (10 M)
Compatibility
Measurement & Control Peripherals
The CR300 is typically not used with measurement and control peripherals because of its limited number of control ports. It is also compatible with low on current and voltage solid-state relays.
The CR300 is not compatible with SDM or CDM devices.
Sensors
With several channel types, the CR300 is compatible with nearly every available sensor. This includes analog output voltage (0 to 2.5 V) and current (0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA) sensors, thermistors, and RTDs to name a few. It is also compatible with pulse or frequency output sensors such as anemometers, rain gauges, and flow meters. SDI-12, Modbus, and other serial sensors are supported with the RS232 port and C1 and C2 as a Tx/Rx pair. The CR300 does not directly support RS485 sensors.
Communications
The CR300 can communicate with a PC via its USB port. Compatible telemetry devices include our RS-485 converters, digital cellular gateways, RF telemetry, and satellite transmitters. Data can be viewed on an iOS device, an Android device, or CD295 DataView II Display. To use an iOS or Android device, go to the Apple Store or Google Play and download our free LoggerLink Mobile Apps.
For the CR300 series, compatible software includes:
- LoggerNet (version 4.4 or higher)
- DevConfig (version 2.12 or higher)
- PC400 (version 4.4 or higher)
- PC200W (version 4.4 or higher)
- Short Cut (version 3.2 or higher)
- CRBasic (version 3.6 or higher)
- LNDB (version 1.3 or higher)
- LoggerLink (version 1.5 or higher)
- LoggerNet Mobile Connect (version 1.1 or higher)
The CR300 series is not compatible with:
- RTDAQ
Power
The CR300 series uses an external power source and has a built-in charger/regulator. Intelligent power sourcing autoselects the highest voltage from three input sources (Chg, Bat, or USB) to operate in one of the following four modes:
- UPS (recommended) - A 16 to 32 Vdc source, solar panel (SP10, SP20), or power converter (29796) is used to charge a 12 Vdc battery, such as our BP7 or BP12.
- 12 Vdc battery or other reliable 12 Vdc source
- Chg only - DC power supply (16 to 32 Vdc)
- USB - Powered over 5 Vdc USB port for setup, programming, and testing (will not charge battery or boost USB power to provide 12 Vdc to the switched battery terminal SW12)
Enclosures
An ENC10/12 or ENC12/14 enclosure is adequate for most CR300-based systems. Applications with minimal power requirements can use the ENC200 enclosure to house the CR300 and the 16869 Sealed Rechargeable Battery. The ENC200 cannot house a barometer or a battery that is larger than the 16869.
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