Getting Started with Leveloggers

Your choice of datalogger will be based on:

• Parameters to be monitored (temperature, water level, conductivity)
• Accuracy required
• Anticipated maximum submergence depth
• How long you will be monitoring (do you need a Barologger, more robust memory, longer battery life?)
• Type of sampling required (linear, event-based, scheduled)

Levelogger PC Software is available as a free download at http://downloads.solinst.com/

• Program and start your datalogger with your desired sampling regime and memory mode
• View real time data
• Download, view, save or export logged data
• Access utilities: Diagnostic, Firmware Upgrades, Conductivity Calibration

The Desktop Reader 5 provides the most stable communication between the Levelogger datalogger and the Levelogger PC Software.

*Alternatively, you can use a Field Reader 5 for this same purpose

*The Field Reader 5 is an alternative option to the Desktop Reader 5 for connecting your Levelogger to a PC for communication with Levelogger Software. It can be more convenient when connecting to Leveloggers in the field and when calibrating a Levelogger 5 LTC.

Use this method when you wish to minimize up front costs, and pre-program Leveloggers in the office and not require direct communication with the datalogger while it is deployed.

Use this method when you want direct communication with your Levelogger while it is deployed, and to view real-time readings. Avoid removing the datalogger from its deployment, saving time in the field.

A PC Interface Cable is used to connect to the Direct Read Cable of a deployed Levelogger and your PC for communication with Levelogger Software.

An L5 Threaded or Slip Fit Adaptor allows direct connection of a Levelogger to a Levelogger 5 App Interface, SRU, DataGrabber 5, or PC Interface Cable.

A DataGrabber 5 connects to an L5 Direct Read Cable or Optical Adaptor to allow Levelogger data file to be transferred and saved to a USB drive. No access to Levelogger settings.

A Solinst Readout Unit (SRU) connects to an L5 Direct Read Cable or Optical Adaptor and displays instant water level readings from the connected Levelogger, performs real-time logging, provides Levelogger status, and allows saving and downloading of data to the SRU. No access to Levelogger settings.

A Levelogger 5 App Interface connects to an L5 Direct Read Cable or Optical Adaptor to provide a wireless Bluetooth® connection between the Levelogger and the Solinst Levelogger App on your iOS or Android™ smart device. The Levelogger App is a free download. With the Solinst Levelogger App you have full access to datalogger settings; you can download and view data, view real-time data, program your Leveloggers, and more. Data can be e-mailed from your smart device directly to your office.

The 2" Locking Well Caps can be used for both wireline/cord and Direct Read Cable deployment. The well cap has a convenient eyelet for suspending Leveloggers. Well caps are vented. The well cap insert has two openings to accommodate direct read cables for both a Levelogger and Barologger. Adaptors are available to fit 4" wells.

Used with the 2" Locking Well Cap, a Support Hanger Bracket provides an option for supporting and organizing down well wires or cords, or for coiling extra Direct Read Cable if the full length is not required.

Use a Biofoul Screen when your Levelogger will be deployed for extended periods, especially in coastal and saltwater environments, to avoid the build-up of microorganisms, plants, algae, etc. Simply slips onto the sensor end of the datalogger.

For monitoring artesian condition, Solinst provides well fitting options for in-well and top of well installation, and can accommodate the use of L5 Direct Read Cables.

If you know the approximate conductivity range of the water that you will be measuring, best accuracy when calibrating your unit is to select two solutions—one above, and one below that range. Though, you can calibrate up to four points. Solution options are 1,413 μS/cm, 5,000 μS/cm, 12,880 μS/cm and 80,000 μS/cm.

The LevelSender 5 uses 4G cellular communication to send Levelogger data from the field to your Home Station PC and smart device using email or SMS. Fits in a 2" well. Barometrically compensated water levels can be obtained and reported using the built-in barometer. Connect up to two dataloggers.

SolSat 5 Satellite Telemetry leverages Iridium satellite technology to send Levelogger data in the field to a secure web portal or to the SolSat 5 Wi-Fi App for download. An internal barometer provides compensated water level readings. Connects to one datalogger.

STS Telemetry Systems use an LTE digital cellular modem to send Levelogger data from the field to your Home Station PC. Connect up to four dataloggers.

Solinst Leveloggers are able to communicate with third-party dataloggers using SDI-12 protocol by connecting a Levelogger's Direct Read Cable to a Solinst SDI-12 Interface Cable.