A valid firmware file (typically, a *.HEX file) is required in order to perform an upgrade. A copy of the most recent firmware is included on the installation CD. A more recent file may be available for download from the Mesa Labs web site (www.mesalabs.com); alternatively, please contact your DataTrace representative for assistance in obtaining the most recent firmware file.
DT Pro requires MPRF loggers have firmware version "S" or newer.
If Repeaters, routers or Environmental Monitors are to be used, DT Pro requires all RF capable device (including loggers) have firmware version "U" or newer.
Upgrading firmware does not affect logger calibration.
Procedure:
1. Start DT Pro
2. Put the logger in the interface, access the Logger Test window and Click the Stop Logger button.
3. Verify proper communications occurred and the serial number of the logger is indicated.
4. Access the Tools menu and click on the Upgrade Firmware Item.
5. When prompted, select the firmware upgrade file. A typical file name would be “DT ENV CODE REV U.HEX”. It will be located either on the DT Pro installation CD, in the folder location were it was previously saved (e.g. after a download), or in the DT Pro Upgrade folder (typically C:\Program Files\DataTrace Pro\Upgrades).
6. Wait for DT Pro to load the new firmware into the logger.
7. When finished, it is advisable to Test the logger and confirm the new revision.
Problem Resolution:
There have been a few instances of problems arising whereby the new firmware is not loaded, indicated by a verification failure message. Should this occur, it is recommended to test the logger again to verify the actual firmware version, and if needed, try upgrading again prior to returning the logger for service or upgrade at the factory.
In very rare circumstances, the logger's ability to communicate may be compromised by the firmware upgrade process. Should this occur, it may usually be corrected by removing the battery from the logger for 10 or more seconds, and then testing the logger. If this does not resolve the problem, the logger will require factory service.
Addenda
Channel Selection
The Channel Number value determines the zigbee channel the logger radio will use to transmit data. Allowed values are 0 through 14. MPRF Loggers use a modified Zigbee protocol in the ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) 2.4GHz band. Transmission protocol is compatible with IEEE Standard 802.15.4. The protocol detects data corruption and disallows it as a valid
reception. The FCC certifications for MPRF Loggers require that the Logger does not transmit if it detects some other transmission in progress, therefore, it is preferable to use a channel that in generally clear (not used by other devices).
If there are other (non Mesa Laboratory) zigbee devices in use (which will typically also have a configurable channel number), it is preferable to use a different channel. Wi-Fi systems also use the ISM band. If it is known that a Wi-Fi or data routing system is configured for a lower channel, use higher channels for the loggers (or vice versa).
Some automatic RF control functions (e.g. RF commands to change interval or retrieve missed RF data) occur both on the selected channel and also on the next higher channel (or on channel 0 if the selected channel was 14). When allocating different channels to different groups of
loggers, it is preferable to have these groups use channels that are not sequential, for example, only use even channels. Conforming to this guideline is more important when repeaters or environmental monitors are in use.
Lower valued channels have slightly higher power capability (and longer range) than higher valued channels.
If there are other MPRF users or departments, and it is desired to keep distinctly different data sets, each user or department should use a distinct channel.
The RF domain name, configured in System Setup, is used to generate an encrypted control key which is loaded in RF capable devices (when loggers are programmed, when environmental monitors or repeaters are captured, or when RF host interfaces are started). RF control functions and data reception can occur only when the domain control key matches the system, even if RF transmissions occur on the same RF channel. If it is desired to program loggers on one
computer, and receive RF data on another one, both systems must be configured with the same RF domain and use the same channel.
In order for successful RF communications to occur, the Host receiver, loggers, environmental monitors or repeaters must be configured or programmed for the same channel. For loggers, this occurs when they are programmed. For environmental monitors or repeaters, the channel is set when the device is captured. The channel of the host receiver is set when logger are programmed with the "Program Host" option enabled. Host channel can also be viewed or changed from the Test and Calibration window (tools menu), or from Configuration Tools (expand network routers, select the host serial number and then right click for the pop up menu, select Host Channel).
Environmental Monitor Battery
Materials Needed:
• Lithium Battery(ies), C size.
• Phillips type screwdriver
Use batteries supplied by Mesa Laboratories, Inc. Unapproved batteries may have dimensional differences, poor temperature performance or other unknown behaviors which might affect or damage the equipment.
We recommend that the battery replacement take place in a dry, well-lit area.
1. Using the Phillips head screwdriver, remove the from cover from the monitor or router.
2. Carefully remove the old battery
3. Insert the new battery into the battery holder 4. Replace the cover and tighten the screws.
MPIII Battery Replacement
• A Supply of Clean, Dry Cloths
Battery replacement in the MicroPack III is a simple and straight forward procedure. However, care must be taken that these procedures are followed completely to avoid equipment damage or personal injury.
Refer to Figure 1.
We recommend that battery replacement for the MPIII Loggers take place in a dry, well-lit workstation.
The best place for this activity would be close to the location that Loggers are stored and programmed and that Logger batteries are stored.
DO NOT USE ANY WRENCHES, PLIERS, VICES, OR ANY OTHER MECHANICAL MEANS TO
LOOSEN OR UNSCREW THE Logger BATTERY COVER. THE Logger GRIPPER AND A COIN PLACED IN THE MPIII COVER GROOVE IS ADEQUATE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE BATTERY
COMPARTMENT. USING ANY OTHER DEVICE MAY DAMAGE THE Logger AND MAY MAKE REASSEMBLY IMPOSSIBLE.
1. Clean and dry the Logger body completely. Make sure no process residue remains on the Logger body that could cause the Logger to slip from the your grasp during the battery change procedure or could contaminate the battery compartment during battery replacement.
2. Grasp the Logger with the Logger Gripper in one hand, clasping the base (probe end) firmly. With your other hand, twist the battery cover counterclockwise. Use a coin in the cover's slot, if necessary.
3. Once loosened, remove the Gripper and the battery cover will unscrew easily.
4. Remove the old battery by turning the case over until it falls out.
5. Dispose of the battery appropriately per local regulations.DO NOT TRY TO RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, OR INCINERATE THE BATTERY.
6. Examine the battery compartment for any signs of contamination, and make sure that the springs located in the cover and inside the battery compartment are in place. If one of the springs has fallen out, reinsert it.
7. Examine the threads of both the battery cover and Logger body for damage and cleanliness. If the threads show any damage (e.g., cross threading or "burrs"), do not continue with this procedure. Loosely reassemble the Logger and return it to the factory for repair.
8. If damage is detected or contamination is noted, return the Logger to the factory for repair.
9. Remove the old O-Ring. DO NOT USE O-RINGS THAT APPEAR DAMAGED. LEAKS COULD RESULT THAT MIGHT DAMAGE THE Logger AND/OR SHORTEN BATTERY LIFE.
10. Clean any residue and grease from the threads and adjacent areas including the O-Ring groove on the Logger body with a clean, lint-free cloth.
You are now ready to reassemble the Logger with a new battery. We strongly recommended that you do NOT leave Loggers unassembled. Damage to components could occur making your Loggers unusable.
11. Obtain a fresh battery from the battery tray. Do not remove more batteries than you need.
12. Hold the battery + side up in the palm of your hand and place the battery cover over the battery, then, while holding the battery in place, turn this assembly over to access the threads.
Your battery installation is now complete. All that remains for you to do is reassemble the Logger. The reassembly procedure, if followed completely, will seal the battery compartment, maintaining the
waterproof and pressure-tight seal, as well as the intrinsically safe rating.Always replace the O-ring when the Logger battery compartment has been opened.
13. Before you replace the O-Ring, apply a thin coat of silicone vacuum grease (in the Maintenance Kit) to the O-Ring.
• Use avery smallamount of grease on your thumb and index finger.
• Place the O-Ring between these two fingers and gently pull the O-Ring through the grease until a light coating of grease completely covers the surface of the O-Ring.
14. Carefully place the O-Ring in the groove on the cap, centering it in the O-Ring groove.
15. Place the Logger body squarely over the battery cover threads. Begin to screw the cover in a clockwise direction. Be careful to not cross thread the cover on the Logger body threads. The cover should screw on smoothly and easily until the O-Ring becomes engaged.
16. Grasp your Logger in one hand, clasping the base (probe end) firmly. With your other hand, twist the battery cover clockwise until resistance is felt. A coin can be used in the cover's groove to complete the tightening procedure.
Never tighten the battery cover more than finger tight. Never use anything to hold the Logger Case except the Logger Gripper. Over tightening can cause damage to your Logger cover threads resulting in possible leakage which may damage your Logger. The design of the Logger seal is not dependent on high torque to provide an effective seal.
17. With a clean, dry cloth, wipe away any excess Silicone Vacuum Grease that may have been pressed out during closure. Silicone can become extremely slippery in combination with water and could cause the Logger to slip from your hand and be damaged.
18. Wait approximately 20 seconds after the Logger is reassembled with a new battery before trying to communicate with the Logger. This allows the circuitry to "re-boot" following the battery change.
The reassembly process is now complete and your Logger(s) is ready for use in your process.
Following reassembly, always perform the Test Logger procedure. This will assure that the battery is functioning properly, the electronics are reset correctly, and the Logger is initialized. During the Test Logger procedure, you will be asked if the battery was changed. Answer "Yes". Failure to do so will cause thebattery gaugeto be inaccurate.
If the Test Logger procedure fails, remove the battery for 20 seconds, reinstall the same battery in the Logger. Wait 20 seconds then perform the Test Logger procedure again. Should the procedure fail a second time, remove the battery and replace it with a new one. Perform the Test Logger procedure again.
If it fails a third time, return the Logger to the factory for service.
MPRF Battery Replacement
See below forMPRF Repeater Battery Replacement
Materials Needed:
• DataTrace® MPRF Logger(s)
• Lithium Battery(ies), 1/2AA or Full AA to match Logger style
• Logger Gripper
• Logger O-Ring(s), Optional
• O-Ring grease, Optional
• A Supply of Clean, Dry Cloths
Battery replacement for the MPRF Logger is a simple and straight forward procedure. However, care must be taken that these procedures are followed completely to avoid equipment damage or personal injury.
We recommend that battery replacement for the MPRF Loggers take place in a dry, well-lit workstation.
The best place for this activity would be close to the location that Loggers are stored and programmed and that Logger batteries are stored.
ONLY USE BATTERIES SUPPLIED BY MESA LABORATORIES, INC. Unapproved batteries may have dimensional differences or poor temperature performance which can damage the Logger.
DO NOT USE ANY WRENCHES, PLIERS, VICES, OR ANY OTHER MECHANICAL MEANS TO LOOSEN OR UNSCREW THE Logger IN ORDER TO EXPOSE THE BATTERY.
1. Clean and dry the Logger body completely. Make sure no process residue remains on the Logger body that could cause the Logger to slip from the your grasp during the battery change procedure or could contaminate the battery compartment during battery replacement.
2. Place the Logger Gripper over the top ring. Grasp the Logger as shown.Do not attempt to twist the lower amber colored circuit housing as this could cause damage.
3. Loosen the Top ring. Keeping pressure on the Logger in order to compress the internal springs will allow the ring to rotate freely and be easily unscrewed.
4. Once the ring is free, remove it by sliding it over the sensor and gently fold the sensor aside to expose the battery. Remove the old battery by grasping it and pulling it out or by turning the case over until it falls out.
5. Dispose of the battery appropriately per local regulations.DO NOT TRY TO RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, OR INCINERATE THE BATTERY.
6. Examine the battery compartment for any signs of contamination, corrosion or liquid intrusion. If damage is detected or contamination is noted, return the Logger to the factory for repair. Verify the O-ring is in place and intact.
OPTIONAL: O-ring replacement is optional; if your Loggers are periodically serviced or re-certified at Mesa Laboratories, Inc. the O-rings will have been replaced as a matter of standard service. If the O-ring is not being replaced proceed to Item 11.
7. If the O-ring is being replaced, slide it over the sensor and discard it. Clean any residue and grease from the threads and adjacent areas including the O-Ring groove on the Logger body with a clean, lint-free cloth.
8. Before installing the new O-ring, apply a thin coat of silicone vacuum grease (in the Maintenance Kit) to the O-Ring.
• Use avery smallamount of grease on your thumb and index finger.
• Place the O-Ring between these two fingers and gently pull the O-Ring through the grease until a light coating of grease completely covers the surface of the O-Ring.
9. Carefully slide the new O-Ring over the sensor and seat in the O-ring groove.
10. Clean any residue and grease from the threads and adjacent areas including the O-Ring groove with a clean, lint-free cloth.
You are now ready to reassemble the Logger with a new battery. We strongly recommended that you do NOT leave Loggers unassembled. Damage to components could occur making your Loggers unusable.
11. Obtain a fresh battery from the battery tray. Do not remove more batteries than you need.
12. Note the polarity of the battery (the end with the stud is "+" ) and polarity indicator markings on the side of the Logger. Place the battery in the Logger matching the indicated polarity
13. Fold the sensor back onto the Logger Body and verify it is aligned and that the O-Ring has not become displaced or pinched. Place the Ring over the sensor and tighten. Take care not to spin or twist the lower amber colored housing.
14. Wait approximately 20 seconds after the Logger is reassembled with a new battery before trying to communicate with the Logger. This allows the circuitry to "re-boot" following the battery change.
Following reassembly, always perform the Test Logger procedure. This will assure that the battery is functioning properly, the electronics are reset correctly, and the Logger is initialized. During the Test Logger procedure, you will be asked if the battery was changed. Answer "Yes". Failure to do so will cause thebattery gauge to be inaccurate.
Upon re-initializing the Logger for the new battery, you will be instructed to place the Logger aside for a few minutes. During this time the Logger will perform a depassivation procedure on the battery. After the time has elapsed, perform the Test Logger procedure again to verify proper measurements and
communications.
If the Test Logger procedure fails, remove the battery for 20 seconds, reinstall the same battery in the Logger. Verify the battery was installed with the proper polarity. Wait 20 seconds then perform the Test Logger procedure again. Should the procedure fail a second time, remove the battery and replace it with a new one. Perform the Test Logger procedure again. If it fails a third time, return the Logger to the factory for service.