GP2 Data Logger

Controller
Research-grade logger controller - capable of
complex calculated measurements and advanced feed-back control

User Manual version 2.0

Delta-T Devices Ltd

Contents
CONTENTS ............................................................................................................... 2
UNPACKING ............................................................................................................ 3
OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................. 4
INSTALL DELTALINK ................................................................................................. 7
CONNECT TO GP2 .................................................................................................... 7
SOURCES OF HELP ................................................................................................... 8
CREATE A SIMPLE PROGRAM IN 6 EASY STEPS ........................................................ 9
THE GP2 SIMULATOR ............................................................................................ 10
SAMPLE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................. 11
CHECK SENSOR OPERATION AND START LOGGING ............................................... 11
RETRIEVE, VIEW AND SAVE LOGGED DATA ........................................................... 11
DATASET IMPORT WIZARD.................................................................................... 11
APPENDIX 1: GP2 RELAY EXPANSION MODULE ..................................................... 12
APPENDIX 2: GP2 NETWORK CABLING .................................................................. 16
APPENDIX 3: CABLE EXPANSION LIDS .................................................................... 20
APPENDIX 4: WS-CAN CANOPY ............................................................................. 22
APPENDIX 5: DL-MKT UNIVERSAL DATA LOGGER MOUNTING KIT ......................... 23
APPENDIX 6: M-ENCL-B2 ENCLOSURE WITH GPRS MODEM GATEWAY TO
DELTALINK CLOUD ................................................................................................ 23
APPENDIX 7: MAKE SURE THE GP2 IS PROPERLY SEALED....................................... 25
GP2 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................. 26
PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................... 34
GP2 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE ............................................................................ 34
LEGAL AND REGULATORY ADVICE ......................................................................... 34
INDEX .................................................................................................................... 35

Page 2 Contents
Unpacking
The GP2 package contains:
 GP2 Logger (with 6AA batteries to be fitted by the user)
 GP2-USB USB cable for GP2
 DVD with DeltaLINK 3 software, video tutorials and documentation
 This GP2 User Manual
 Screwdriver and cable gland spanner

Accessory Options
GP2-RLY Relay Expansion Module - 4 extra relays
Page 12
and power terminals
WS-CAN an open Protective Canopy with U-bolts
Page 20
and logger mounting kit for GP2 or DL2e loggers
M-ENCL lockable enclosure
Page 23

DL-MKT Universal Mounting Kit – a flat plate with

U-bolts, nuts and bolts for GP2, GP1 and DL6 Page 23
loggers
GP2-G5-LID Expansion Lid with 5 cable glands for
Page 20
3 to 10 mm dia. cables
GP2-P2-LID Expansion Lid with 2 soil moisture
Profile Probe connectors Page 21

8-way M12 analogue signal extension cables

Page 16
(EXT/8W-xx where xx = 5,10 or 25m)
5-way M12 serial communication + power extension
Page 16
cables (EXT/5W-xx where xx = 1, 5,10 or 25m)
GP2-NTP 3-way network T- Piece for connection to
Page 16
EXT/5W-xx cables
GP2-NPC Network Power Cable – to supply power
Page 16
via a GP2-NTP and/or EXT/5W-xx cable
GP2-USB USB cable, 1.5m Page 16
GP2-RS232 RS232 cable, 1.5m Page 16
GP2/GP1-M8 network adapter cable, 1m Page 16
GP2-PSU Mains Power Supply1
with mains cable
Page 16
PC-XX where XX = UK, EU, US, IN or CN
GP2-SER Service Pack:– battery holder, desiccant,
cable gland bungs & seals, lid screws, wire links,
screwdriver and dust cap on lanyard

1 Not weatherproof, for indoor use only

Unpacking Page 3
 Overview
 The GP2 has 12 differential analogue input channels2, four event/digital
counter channels, and a serial input channel up to 62 SDI-12 sensors3 or a
single WET sensor.
 Two output relays can be extended to 6 using a relay expansion module.
 Two banks of terminals provide a 3V precision reference, or unregulated
power for sensors. There is also one 5V and one 12 V power terminal.
 Each sensor can be read at a different rate, from 1 second to >1000 days.
 Multiple recording rates are possible for any combination of measurements.
 Multiple recording types are provided:- average, minimum, maximum, total,
integral, wind-rose, conditional.
 The logger can hold about 2.5 million readings.
 Each relay can control a separate experiment, zone or test protocol, each
based on different threshold settings or conditional logic.
 Simple programs are quickly created on your PC, assisted by the sensor
library and a helpful user interface, and then sent to the logger.
 Sophisticated program scripts can be created without having to learn a
programming language or typing out any commands.
 New measurements can be created mathematically along with complex
control algorithms, using algebraic and trigonometric functions and conditional
logic, with easily created sequences of instructions.
 You can create and manipulate your own “variables” for e.g. disease risk
factor, integral error, days since soil moisture below a threshold, etc.
 Thresholds can be changed while logging, by using program settings.
 A simulator assists the checking and understanding of the behaviour of
logging and control programs. A weather pattern can be repeated, or new one
randomly created. It is particularly useful for irrigation.
 Video tutorials, online help, a sensor library and friendly user interface are
provided for the DeltaLINK 3 software.

Sensors Supported
 All Delta-T sensors. Many third party SDI-12 sensors.
 User defined sensors based on voltage, current, resistance, bridge,
potentiometer, counter, frequency and digital state sensors.
 Any number of calculated measurements.

Tutorials
See GP2 Intro Series Tutorials at
http://www.youtube.com/user/DeltaTDevices/videos
…or on the Delta-T Software and Manual DVD

2 or 24 single-ended analogue channels – but note the limitation on the number of cable glands.
3 See also the SDI-12 for GP2 User Manual
Page 4 Overview
Layout
6 long life alkaline 1.5V Reset Internal Battery
AA/LR6 battery cells button connector

Space for Relay Expansion

Board
Ext
Counters
Relays pwr

WET
+12V
PR2 PR2
SDI-12 +5V

2 4 6 8 10 12

1 3 5 7 9 11

Signal input terminals Signal input terminals 9 cable

glands for
for analogue channels for analogue channels 3-6mm dia. M12 connector for
1-6 7-12 sensor joint serial comms.
+ power terminals for + power terminals for cables with & external power
each sensor, from each sensor, from sealing cable
Power Bank A Power Bank B bungs

Overview Page 5
Event Channels
Use Event 1 or 2 to monitor fast switch closures or pulses up to 30 kHz, such as a
flow meter.
Use Event 3 or 4 to monitor slower switch closure or pulses <100Hz, such as a rain
gauge. A 5ms de-bounce feature reduces the risk of double counting.

Relay Channels
The Relay channels have an open or closed latching switch, protected with a resetting
thermal-fuse. They can be used in a variety of ways, e.g. to control several different
experiments or irrigation zones, or alarms, or to switch power to sensors.
Each relay can switch up to 1A at 24VAC or 32V DC.
See also the Relay Expansion Module on page 12.

Status LED
Two flashes per ten seconds means the GP2 is logging.
Four flashes in a group indicate an error.
No flash means not logging or no battery power.

If the logger locks up, briefly press the Reset button.

After pressing Reset, 4 LED flashes indicate that the GP2 is doing a warm reset.
Your program and data are preserved and logging will resume.
Hold Reset for more than 5 seconds until a second set of four LED flashes occur to
initiate a cold reset. This restores the factory-set default program and deletes all data
including any program which you may have added.

Analogue Channel Considerations

The differential analogue channels accept signals nominally
0 to 2.5V, with a full signal range of -1.4 to +2.7V.
The input range of custom sensor types can be set to auto-
range or to fixed ranges.
Ensure each voltage input on the (+) or (-) terminals is kept
within the permitted common mode range of -2.5V to +3V relative to logger GND.
Ensure these limits are not exceeded, particularly if powered sensors
are not powered by the GP2. The input signal may need to be
connected to the logger ground. If the signal is floating then place a
10kohm resistor between (-) and (SGND).

Sensor Power
Analogue channels have (PWR) terminals to allow power to be
switched to sensors. Sensors can be powered with an adjustable
warm-up time prior to taking a reading. The duration of the warm-up
period can be increased in multiples of one second.
The PWR power terminals associated with channels 1 to 12 can
supply a regulated or unregulated voltage.
On Bank A and B the GP2 can provide either 3V (±0.2mV) or 5 to
10.5V (unregulated). In addition 5V (±2%) and 12V (±0.4V) DC are available on

Page 6 Overview
separate screw terminals. External power can also be switched to sensors via up
the two internal relays and four extra relays of the Relay Expansion Module.
For SDI-12 sensors refer to the SDI-12 for GP2 User Manual.
The WET sensor PWR terminal also supplies 5.0 to 10.5 VDC unregulated and can
be used by another sensor if no WET sensor is connected.

Install DeltaLINK
To operate the DeltaLINK 3 software for the GP2 logger you need:
 A PC running Windows Vista, XP, 7, 8 or later
 One free USB or RS232 port
 DVD drive or internet connection for software install
 GP2 to PC USB cable (supplied with GP2) or GP2 RS232 cable
 Delta-T Software and Manuals DVD (supplied with GP2) or internet connection
The following are also useful
 Acrobat Reader for .pdf documents (free from www.adobe.com)
 Microsoft Excel 97 or later for the Excel Dataset Import Wizard

1. Insert the Software and Manuals disk into your DVD drive, or obtain DeltaLINK 3
from http://www.delta-t.co.uk.
2. Select Install DeltaLINK and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Setup creates a desktop shortcut to DeltaLINK, and puts a Firmware Upgrade
program, a GP2 Calibration Certificate Generation program, a GSM Config
Utility and a Document Library folder in the DeltaLINK 3 program group.
4. An install program is also provided, if needed, for the GP2 to PC USB cable.
5. See the Release Notes in the Document
Library or at http://www.delta-t.co.uk.

Connect to GP2
1. Connect GP2 to the PC using the serial cable
provided.
2. Run DeltaLINK.
3. If DeltaLINK discovers your logger it displays
this in the status bar – see at right.
If the GP2 is not found select Connection
Details, Add,
Details, Detect
USB Port or select
the correct COM
port from the drop
down list.
See How to find your
USB COM port on
page 19.

If using networked loggers

see page 18.

Install DeltaLINK Page 7

Sources of Help
Online Help
Click Help from any DeltaLINK window (or press F1) in selected areas for context
sensitive information about DeltaLINK operation and functionality.
Select Start, All Programs, Delta-T Devices, DeltaLINK, Document Library.

Video Tutorials
Before attempting to program the GP2 watch the video tutorials –
at http://www.youtube.com/user/DeltaTDevices/videos
or on the Delta-T Software and Manual DVD.
These tutorials show the progressive development of a soil moisture sensor
program, followed by its use to control soil moisture using an irrigation control relay.
Run DeltaLINK at the same time and see if you can reproduce the instructions
along with the instructor.

Sensor Wiring Instructions

Wiring, installation and programming notes are provided for all sensors in the GP2
sensor library. This information appears in the Info Panel when a sensor is selected in
the Measurement section as shown in Step 2 below,
Left click on the wiring diagram to enlarge it.
If wiring up in the field it may help to have these printed - see steps 3 & 4.

4
Print (Preview)

Page 8 Sources of Help

Create a Simple Program in 6 Easy Steps
Before you start you need to have DeltaLINK connected to your GP2 (see above),
or to the GP2 Simulator (see below).

1 2

3
4
5

1. Select Program
2. Select Change
3. Click on “Click to add new item, under Measurement
4. Select Temperature (or any other option from the list)
5. Select 2K Thermistor (or any other option)
6. Select Apply to send the program to your GP2 or the simulator

Create a Simple Program in 6 Easy Steps Page 9

You can now, if you wish, click on the Sensors tab and Read Now to watch real-
time readings, or cut to the chase, select the Logger tab and Start Logging.
Note after step 5 above, that the the icon and label for the sensor appear in the
Measurement list in the left hand window. Also, detailed properties for the chosen
sensor appear in the right hand window, including the channel number, and, as we
saw earlier, the sensor connection instructions appear in the lower left Info Panel.
Under Recording the row labelled Individual reading indicates a rate of once per
hour. To change this, select the row – which will open the recording options on the
right hand panel, and choose your own Recording rate.
Note: Before you can change a program, stop logging and delete the logged data
(select Logger, Stop then Delete Records).

The GP2 Simulator

This simulates the weather and its effect on a
variety of sensors. Before sending a program
to your logger, try it out on the Simulator.
You can speed up time in the simulator to
check the behaviour of your program.
Restart the simulator and it will recreate the
same weather as before, from the same date.
This lets you see the effect of changes to a
program.
(Note the simulated weather uses an artificial
pattern and pseudo-random numbers, so don’t
rely on it for anything important.)
Graphs of solar radiation, rain, soil
Connect to GP2 Simulator moisture, salinity and temperature
generated by the DeltaLINK
1) Ensure DeltaLINK is connected to the GP2
Simulator
Simulator as follows:-
a) Select Program, Connection Details, Add and on the Connection
Properties, Connection tab set Connect to logger using to Simulator
b) On the Details tab set Select simulator model to GP2 simulator.
2) Click on OK, then OK again to connect

Page 10 The GP2 Simulator

Sample Programs
Several sample programs are provided. To use these select Edit, Import Program,
and select one from the Open dialog.

Check Sensor Operation and Start Logging

1. Select the Sensors window and click the Read now button. The sensor readings
will continually refresh on a scrolling time graph.
2. Observe the sensor reading display in the scrolling charts and value panels while
adjusting sensor wiring and/or installation conditions.
3. Click the Cancel button when finished.
4. Once sensors are setup select the Logger tab and click Start to commence
logging.

Retrieve, View and Save Logged Data

1. Select the Dataset window. All stored
data in the logger will be retrieved and
displayed on the screen.
Click Refresh if required.
2. Select File, Save to save the data to a
dataset file on your PC.
3. Select File, Open to open and view a
previously saved dataset file.

Dataset Import Wizard

This helps import logged data files into MS
Excel spreadsheets.
Get it from http://www.delta-t.co.uk or from the
Delta-T Software and Manuals DVD.
To Install Dataset Import Wizard:
1. From the Delta-T Software and Manuals
DVD select Dataset Import Wizard Excel
add-in.
2. If prompted by Excel, select Enable
Macros. Note: Excel’s security settings
must allow macros to run: refer to Excel Help.
3. Dataset Import Wizard will report that it has installed successfully, and will add the
Import Dataset(s) to the File menu (or to the Add-Ins ribbon in Excel 2010).
4. To Start Dataset Import Wizard: Start Excel, select Import Dataset(s) and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Note: The GP2 memory can exceed the 65,000 row limit of Excel prior to Excel 2007.
If so, either update Excel, or import the data into multiple worksheets.

Sample Programs Page 11

Appendix 1: GP2 Relay Expansion Module
Contents
This contains:
4 x mounting screws
4 x stand-off pillars
5 x link wire
1 x GP2 relay expansion PCB

Overview
The GP2 contains 2 relays, used as
switches. This expansion module provides 4 more, bringing the total to 6.
These can only be used with low voltage applications, not mains power.
DO NOT CONNECT 110V or 240V MAINS POWER TO THE RELAY
Each relay is protected from overvoltage and overcurrent using a resettable fuse
that will activate at 1A. The relays can handle up to 24V AC or 32V DC .
The relay expansion module fits onto the ‘EXPANSION BOARD’ position on the
GP2 PCB (as shown below).

Fitting Instructions
Warning: use anti-static procedures when handling the relay expansion
module
1. Screw in the 4 hex stand-off pillars (provided) into the 4 positions on the
GP2 PCB
2. Push the relay expansion module onto the GP2 PCB as shown above. The
header on the bottom of the module should fit into the ‘RELAY’ connector on
the GP2 PCB and the 4 screw holes should line up with the hex stand-off
pillars underneath.
3. Use the 4 screws (provided) to secure the PCB down on to the GP2.

Page 12 Appendix 1: GP2 Relay Expansion Module

Relay Layout

RELAY 3

RELAY 4 RELAY 6

Note: All ‘Pwr’ and ‘Ret’ terminals are joined together on the circuit board
Power should not exceed 1A at 32V DC or 26V AC
DO NOT CONNECT 110V or 240V MAINS POWER TO THE RELAY

How to Control the Relays

To instruct the relays to switch on or off you need to set up suitable ‘control’
conditions which meet your requirements. This is done using the DeltaLINK
program.
For more information on how to do this, please refer to the DeltaLINK online help.
You may also find the video tutorials helpful.

Appendix 1: GP2 Relay Expansion Module Page 13

Relay Wiring - Option 1:
Power supply NOT shared by all the relays
Using more than one power supply: To use the relays to switch in various
devices where each uses a separate, different power supply then connect the
positive wire directly from the selected power supply into the relay of choice.
Do not use the ‘Pwr’ and ‘Ret’ routing options on the board:

Figure A1: Example wiring for switching on a solenoid

valve using the A and B terminals of relay number 4

Relay terminals, applicable to relays 1 - 6

Pwr: Not used
A: Connect to power supply positive (+) output
B: Connect to pump positive (+) wire
Ret: Not used
Connect the pump negative (-) wire directly to the power supply negative
(–) terminal.

** DO NOT CONNECT 110V or 240V MAINS POWER TO THE RELAY **

Page 14 Appendix 1: GP2 Relay Expansion Module

Relay Wiring – Option 2:
Power supply shared by all the relays:
If you want to switch in several devices that all share the same power supply, such
as pumps or solenoids, you can use the external power option and route the power
through to each relay via the ‘Pwr’ and ‘Ret’ terminals:
• External power in (‘PWR IN’):
Pwr: Connect to the +ive terminal on the power supply
Ret: Connect to the –ive terminal on the power supply
• Relay terminals, applicable to relays 1 - 6
Pwr: Link to the ‘A’ terminal next to it, e.g. ‘4A’
A: As above, linked to ‘Pwr’
B: Connect to pump +ive wire
Ret: Connect to pump –ive wire

Figure A2: Switching in a solenoid valve using a common power supply through
relay number 4

Figure A3: Switching in a solenoid valve using a common power supply through
relay number 1 on the main PCB.
*Warning: The relay only can take up to 1A at 24V AC or 32V DC.

** DO NOT CONNECT 110V or 240V MAINS POWER TO THE RELAY **

Appendix 1: GP2 Relay Expansion Module Page 15

Appendix 2: GP2 Network Cabling

Figure A4 A network of 7 GP2 loggers connected to a PC via a total 100m of

EXT/5w-xx extension cables and seven M12 5-way T-Piece connectors. This is
the maximum number of loggers and maximum cable length supported.

Page 16 Appendix 2: GP2 Network Cabling

 GP2-RS232

GP2-USB

modem
RS232 + power

Test message
control
power

MD-GPRS-1: (GPRS modem, antenna and cabling)

for use in M-ENCL-B2 enclosure
along with GP2 and 12V battery

GPRS-BX1 GP2-NPT

GP2/GP1-M8
EXT/5w-01
GP1 cabling network
e.g. GP1-EXT-xx where xx=1, 5, 10 or 25m EXT/5w-05

PC-UK
EXT/5w-10
PC-EU
PC-US + EXT/5w-25
PC-IN
PC-CN GP2-PSU GP2-NPC

Figure A5 GP2 Network Cabling options

Notes
 A mini USB cable (not shown in Fig A5) - is required in order to configure
the modem at the logger end. This is supplied as standard with the Delta-T
GPRS modem solutions i.e. GPRS-BX1 and MD-GPRS-1.
 Seven is the maximum number of loggers which can be supported on a
combined network of GP1 (and/or DL6) and GP2 loggers.

WARNINGS
 Only one external power supply should ever be connected to the network.
Never connect more than one external battery.
 The GP2 network serial communication and power cable should not exceed
3A or 15V DC.
 Lead acid batteries must have a 2.5A in-line fuse in series with the +’ve wire
to protect the network cabling.
 Do not charge any external battery (including one in the GSM modem box)
via any extension cables.
 Do not power the GPRS modem via any extension cables.
 These warnings apply to all GP2 and GP1 network cabling systems.

Appendix 2: GP2 Network Cabling Page 17

DeltaLINK System Requirements
You need DeltaLINK version 3.2 or later.
Go to http://www.delta-t.co.uk for the current version of DeltaLINK or install it form
the Delta-T Software and Manuals DVD.

Creating a Network Connection

1. Connect your PC to the GP2 network, via the GP2 USB cable or GP2-
RS232 cable, or, if using a modem, via the cabling indicated in Figure A5..
2. Start DeltaLINK. Select Connection Details to display a window listing all
(known) logger connections. The first time you do this the list may be empty.
3. In the Connections dialog, click Add… to pop up the Connection
Properties dialog. See Figure A6.

Figure A6 Connections Properties

4. In Connect to logger using: select the communication method, e.g. Serial.
5. Select the Details tab and enter connection details e.g. COM3.
See also: How to Find your COM Port on page 19.
6. Select the Connection tab, tick the Networked check box, and enter the
serial number of the GP2 that you want to address.
7. Enter a descriptive Connection name, e.g. or “GP2 3-24 on COM3 (USB).
8. Click OK, and in the Connections dialog select the new connection and click
OK.
9. DeltaLINK will then open the connection in a new window.
10. Repeat the procedure for each logger on the network, with a unique
connection name for each.

Page 18 Appendix 2: GP2 Network Cabling

Figure A7 Example showing how DeltaLINK displays connections to GP2
loggers on the network connected to a PC on COM Port 3

How to find your USB COM port

Start
here 3

Click to create a
new connection

Click to detect
4 USB port

5
Disconnect
6
USB cable
Reconnect
USB cable

USB cable found

on COM8
Click to connect to
7 any logger on COM8

Appendix 2: GP2 Network Cabling Page 19

Appendix 3: Cable Expansion Lids
Note: The GP2 case has 9 cable glands for 3-6 mm diameter cables. Additional and/or
larger cables can be fitted using this expansion lid.

GP2-G5-LID
This GP2 lid has 5 general purpose cable
glands.
Each gland can accept either a cable with an
outer diameter of 3 to10mm diameter, or it can
take 2 cables of diameter 3 to 4.5mm - using a
gland insert with two holes.

Fit the lid in place using a cross-head

cross-head screwdriver (not supplied).

GP2

3 to 10 mm 3 to 4.5 mm Blanking
diameter diameter plugs
cables cables

Outer Inner Inner and Twin hole

sleeve sleeve outer sleeve insert
combined

For larger cables separate When using the twin hole insert, ensure both holes
the inner and outer are used – if using only one cable, then a blanking
sleeves and use only the plug (or similar) must be put into the other hole.
outer sleeve Failure to do this will mean the enclosure is not
sealed, and may damage the insert.

See also: Appendix 7: Make sure the GP2 is properly sealed on page 25.

Page 20 Appendix 3: Cable Expansion Lids

GP2-P2-LID

This expansion lid has 2 connectors for PR2 soil moisture profile probes, which are
each connected via type EXT/8w-xx extension cables.
Inside the lid are two short internal cables with plugs which fit onto the PR2 sockets
on the main PCB, as shown on page 5.
PR2/6 probes connect to channels 1-6 and 7-12 in the GP2 logger.
Pr2/4 probes connect to channels 1-4 and 7-10, leaving four of the 12 logger
differential analogue channels free (along with all the relay and counter channels).

Note: to connect 3 PR2/4 probes you need to use a GP2-G5-LID and 3 PRC/w-05
PR2 to bare wire cables, (the cable glands in the main GP2 case do not take the
larger PR2 cables.

Appendix 3: Cable Expansion Lids Page 21

Appendix 4: WS-CAN Canopy

Parts

GP2
Logger

DL2e
Logger

Assembly

Page 22 Appendix 4: WS-CAN Canopy

Appendix 5: DL-MKT Universal Data Logger
Mounting Kit

The Universal Mounting Kit is a 2mm thick flat stainless steel plate with U-bolts
suitable for attaching to a 42 mm (1⅝ inch) diameter vertical pipe or post and with
nuts and bolts for GP2, GP1 and DL6 loggers.

Appendix 5: DL-MKT Universal Data Logger Mounting Kit Page 23

Appendix 6: M-ENCL-B2 Enclosure with
GPRS Modem Gateway to DeltaLINK Cloud

The enclosure is designed for use with the standard Delta-T M2 2m mast. It is an
alternative to the weather station canopy and provides greater weather protection,
electrical shielding, and security for GP2 logger and its related accessories.
 Weatherproof to IP54 standard
 Side opening door with twin locks
 Gland plate with 12 cable glands
 Two inch dia pole mounting brackets (2 off)
 Trunking for tidy cable routing
 Earthed back plate and strap

Detail showing an M-ENCL–B2

Enclosure with additional options
installed:- top left GPRS Modem
Gateway type MD-GPRS-DLC,
bottom left - a solar charger
regulator (which along with a 30W
solar panel and cabling forms a
SOL4-KIT2, and bottom right a 12V,
10 Ah battery type LBAT4

For further information see:

 M2 Enclosure User Manual
 GPRS Modem Gateway User
Manual
at http://www.delta-t.co.uk.
or on the Delta-T Software and
Manuals DVD.

See also:
 http://www.delta-
t.co.uk/DeltaLINK-Cloud.asp
 www.deltalink-cloud.com

Page 24 Appendix 6: M-ENCL-B2 Enclosure with GPRS Modem Gateway to

DeltaLINK Cloud
Appendix 7: Make sure the GP2 is properly
sealed
Make sure the case is not cracked nor damaged in any way
Check there is no dirt, foreign objects or damage to the rubber lid seal – this could
compromise the integrity.
Firmly tighten all 4 lid screws
Make sure the rubber seal in the cable
gland looks intact and clean.

Make sure the rubber seal hasn’t pealed back on

itself when a cable was inserted.

Ensure unused cable glands have a

blanking plug fitted.

Tighten cable glands onto the cable,

not onto heat shrink.

Finger
Tightened the cable glands as hard as you can tight
or
by hand or use a torque wrench set to 0.7 nm. 0.7 Nm
torque

A cable coming out of a GP2

with bare wires exposed, or a
break in the insulation, can allow
water to enter, so ensure the
whole cable is properly sealed.
If possible use sealed
connectors and mount the logger
vertically with the cable glands
facing down.

Appendix 7: Make sure the GP2 is properly sealed Page 25

GP2 Specifications
General Specifications
Program repeat Multiples of 1s
rate
Real time clock ± 1 minutes per month typical, ±5 minute`s per month worst case.
(-20 to +60 °C)
Communications RS232 115.2kBaud, USB-RS232 adapter cable supplied
Networking Up to 7 GP2s on 100 m of network cabling, with optional power
distribution over network cabling
Input protection All terminals protected to ±15VDC, 24VAC, including battery reverse
polarity
Regulatory Surge tested IEC61000-4-5 PASS A
compliance
ESD tested IEC61000-4-2 PASS A
EMC tested IEC61000-4-3 PASS A
CE Compliant
FCC Compliant
Environmental Operating: -20 to +60 °C
Enclosure Fitted with cable glands, IP65
Data storage 4 MBytes FLASH memory.
Storage capacity (compressed): 2.5 million values (typical).
Autowrap option (i.e. overwrite earliest data when memory full)
and/or manual deletion of data without interrupting logging.
Activity indicator Every 10s, LED signals logging and error status

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Analogue Input Specifications
Analogue 12 differential.
input Each provided with signal (+), (-) and 0V (SGND), and power (PWR) and
channels power return (PGND) terminals, and individually configurable for
differential voltage, 3-wire resistance, bridge, potentiometer, or for a pair
of single-ended voltage or 2-wire resistance measurements (up to 24 in
total).
Input ranges 4 ranges, -1.4V to 2.7V maximum
Auto-ranging Optional, adaptive
Sensor <11K source resistance
source <20nF source capacitance
impedance
Sensor 20uA current source for resistance and precision 3V for bridge and
excitation potentiometric measurements provided at each terminal cluster.
Open circuit Optional, (+) and (-) terminals biased to -5V and +5V respectively for 2 ms
detection via 50KΩ prior to the measurement
Settling time Optional, 1 to 200 ms for high value resistance measurements
Reading Per analogue measurement:
duration 6ms built-in settling time
+ 2ms if open circuit detection enabled
+ optional settling time
+ 20ms or 16.67ms depending on mains filter frequency
+ additional 20 or 16.67ms if 2nd auto-range cycle required
Plus, per program execution cycle:
20 ms startup
+ 2 to 8 self-calibration cycles of 11ms
(dependent on mix of required measurements)
+ 26ms resistance self-calibration if required
Noise Common mode rejection ratio: >70 dB
rejection Common mode range: +3V to -2.5V
For Bridge measurements, common mode nulled at +1.5V.
Normal mode mains rejection (50/60Hz):
100 - 60dB (0 to 0.1% mains frequency error)
Input <2nA typical (-20 to +60°C: <12nA)
leakage
Input 0.8 to 3.8 GΩ
resistance
Stability 0.02% worst case over 1 year
Recalibration recommended every year
Cold junction Built-in, 0.1°C precision 10K Thermistor + logger contribution as below.
thermistor Isothermality <0.1°C per 1°C per hour temperature change

GP2 Specifications Page 27

Analogue Accuracy
Input range GP2 at 25 ° C -20 to +60 °C Noise*

Voltage -0.17V to 2.7V 0.004% + 87µV 0.036% + 148µV 33 µV

differential
-1.4V to 1.5V 0.004% + 87µV 0.036% + 148µV 33 µV
±185mV 0.008% + 17µV 0.067% + 38µV 5.9µV
±23mV 0.024% + 13µV 0.09% + 31µV 4.3µV
Voltage ** -1.7V to 2.7V 0.007% + 86µV 0.043% + 119µV 33 µV
single-ended
-1.4V to 1.5V 0.007% + 86µV 0.043% + 119µV 33 µV
±185mV 0.013% + 11µV 0.076% + 25µV 5.9µV
±23mV 0.017% + 9 µV 0.084% + 22 µV 4.3µV
Resistance 135KΩ 0.045% + 4.15Ω 0.138% + 6.46Ω 1.6 Ω
3-wire
9KΩ 0.059% + 0.63Ω 0.184% + 0.93Ω 0.3 Ω
1KΩ 0.091% + 0.42Ω 0.229% + 0.28Ω 0.2 Ω
Resistance 135KΩ 0.045% + 15.4Ω 0.109% +22.9Ω 1.6 Ω
2-wire
9KΩ 0.052% + 11.8Ω 0.155% + 17.4Ω 0.3 Ω
Bridge ±62mV/V*** 0.037% + 20µV/V 0.077% + 48µV/V 2 µV/V
±7.5mV/V 0.053% + 15µV/V 0.100% + 41µV/V 1.5 µV/V
Potentiometer 0 to 1 0.036% + 0.00015 0.057% + 0.00017 36 µV or
0.00002%
Thermistor 10K, -20 to +60°C 0.04°C 0.08°C <0.01°C
(3-wire)
2K, -20 to +60°C 0.05°C 0.09°C <0.01°C

Thermocouple**** ±23mV 0.47°C 1°C <0.3°C

K type
(differential)

* RMS noise, included in offset figure

** Single-ended voltage measurements are subject to further offset errors due to current
flowing in signal ground.
*** mV per 1V excitation
**** GP2 contribution to measurement error only, sensor error is additional

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Digital Input Specifications

Counter/frequen 2 x fast, 30 kHz, 30 us debounce

cy/digital state 2 x slow, 100 Hz, 5 ms debounce
channels Accepts logic level (low <0.8V, high >2.4V) or open collector or
voltage-free switch closure inputs.
SDI-12 sensors Up to 62 SDI-12 sensors4.
See also SDI-12 for GP2 User Manual.
WET sensor 1 x WET sensor channel (see footnote 4).
Water content, bulk/pore conductivity and temperature.

Relay Outputs
Relay channels 2 plus 4 with optional relay expansion card
Type Latching, single pole single throw
Rating 24VAC, 32VDC, 1A thermal fuse overload protection
Functions Alarm, control, scripts, or switching power to sensors

Other
Dimensions 225 x 185 x 75 mm (Standard lid, no
cables)
Weight 1 kg (Standard lid, No packaging, No
relay PCB)
Package GP2 logger with lid
contents Dessicant and dessicant storage bag
Toolkit- spanner and screwdriver
Software and Manuals DVD
GP2 User Manual
Warranty 1 year

4The serial input channel can be connected to either one WET sensor or to an SDI-12 sensor
network, but not both at the same time.
GP2 Specifications Page 29
Power Supply Specifications

Internal 6 x AA alkaline cells

battery
External IN: 10 to 15VDC, 2A via screw terminals or network cabling
power OUT: 2.5A via network cabling
Mains Accessory, provides 12VDC regulated, 2.5A
adapter
Sleep < 60uA typical (-20 to +60 °C: 120uA)
current Plus 30uA for each digital input held low.
<1mA (input regulator current) when running from external power
supply unit
Wake <10 mA, plus any current supplied to sensors
current
Backup GP2 draws current from internal battery or external supply,
whichever provides the higher voltage, so internal battery serves as
backup supply if external power fails. Internal backup capacitor
retains program state and maintains the clock for >1 hour for
battery change or if both supplies fail.
Low power 3.09V to 3.42V shutdown to self-preservation mode
detection 4.1 V analogue readings fail
User defined minimum power for analogue measurements
powered via PWR Bank A or B (below). Measurements invalidated if
requirement not met.

Sensor Power and Warm-up Specifications

Any of the sources below can be selected for powering sensors. Power is switched
when required, either immediately before a measurement or with 1s to 60s warm-
up duration in advance.

PWR Bank 5 to 10.5 V unregulated, 180 mA. Routed to PWR terminals of analogue
A input channels CH1 to CH6.
PWR Bank As PWR Bank A, routed to CH7 to CH12
B
REF 3V Calibrated 3V reference for bridge and potentiometer excitation,
Banks A, B ±0.2 mV (-20 to +60: ± 0.9mV) 18mA. Routed to Bank A and B terminals, so
excludes use of PWR on the selected Bank.
WET PWR 5 to 10.5V, 50 mA min, 150mA max unregulated
+5V 5.0VDC ±2% (-20 to +60: ±3%), 50mA, shared with internal functions
+12V 12 ± 0.4VDC (-20 to +60: ±0.6VDC), 0.5A
Relays Relay can be configured switch power to sensors from an independent
RLY 1 to 6 external supply.

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DeltaLINK 3 Software Specifications
DeltaLINK 3 is Windows software for configuring, managing and downloading data
from the GP2 data logger

System requirements
Screen 1024 x 600 or more
Operating MS Windows XP SP3 or later
system
DVD drive To install from DVD or download from
http://www.delta-t.co.uk.

Features
Compatibility GP2 ( GP1, DL6 data loggers – see footnote5)
Logger status Logger, program, memory and battery status, and error log.
Program Modify selected aspects of program behaviour without
settings interrupting program execution.
On demand Measurement values charted on demand at any time, for
measurements setting up and checking that ‘all is well’
Data Chart and table views of downloaded data, export as text file.
download Caching to optimize download times of large datasets
Program editor Multifunction GP2 program editor displays the logging program,
with point and click programming interface (GP2 loggers only).
Online help Detailed context-sensitive Help and reference.
GP2 simulator This can simulate a GP2 which is logging Delta-T sensors and
operating irrigation valves in a mid-latitude maritime climate.
For experimenting with program outcomes.6
Command line Downloads and manages logged data and error log. Can run in a
tool Windows scheduled task to automate data download.
Document Folder containing rich product documentation and application
library note resources
Firmware Update to most recent firmware version
update

5 Software support for DL6 and GP1 loggers uses earlier version of DeltaLINK
6 The Simulator does not support SDI-12 sensors at the moment (i.e. June 2016)
GP2 Specifications Page 31
Multifunction GP2 Program Specifications
Measurements Analogue, digital and calculated measurements.
Unlimited number (subject to channel availability and program
size).
Individually configured for input type, calculation method and result
limits, or by selection of a sensor type from a sensor library picking
list.
Input types Voltage, resistance, current, bridge, potentiometer, counter,
frequency, digital state, WET.
Calculation No calculation, average, min., max., mean, sum, linear scaling, slope
methods and intercept, linearization table, comparator, thermocouple, soil
moisture, pore conductivity and custom formulae.
Delta-T sensor Delta-T sensor library provides sensor types for all GP2-compatible
library Delta-T line item sensors, including detailed HTML Sensor
configuration notes.
Custom User-defined custom sensor library, including configuration notes
sensor library created with built-in HTML editor.
Recordings Individual readings, statistics, total, integral, wind (including
direction and vector average, gust, wind roses), conditional
Controls Relay switching controlled by independent Activate and Rest
conditions, safety conditions (limit duration of Active and Rest
periods), with optional additional recording while Active, and
optional pulsing. Conditions expressed as custom formulae and
evaluated at defined repeat rates or on a digital event or on a
DeltaLINK button click.
Alarms Relay switching triggered by evaluation of a measurement and
comparison against a numeric threshold value(s) or a custom
formula. Optional pulsing.
Scripts Custom scripts, executed at a defined repeat rate, including
conditional branches (IF… ELSEIF…ELSE…ENDIF), recording,
switching relays and use of variables.
Variables For use in custom formulae and scripts
Program Variables and critical control parameters optionally configured to
settings be adjusted while the program runs.
Video tutorial Instructions for building up a sophisticated program in easy stages.

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Script Editor Specifications
Point and click user interface for constructing custom formulae and scripts
incorporating the following programming elements:

Statements * IF… ELSEIF…ELSE…ENDIF, RECORD, ASSIGN

Values Constants (number, integer, time, duration), variables,
measurements, outputs
Operators Arithmetic: +, –, *, /, %
Logical: ==, <>, >=, <, <=, AND, OR
Numeric IsNumber, IsNan, IsOverflow, IsUnderflow
status
Mathematical Minimum, Maximum, Average, Sum, Sin, Cos, Tan, ASin, ACos,
functions Atan, SinH, CosH, Ln, Log10, Exp, Pow, Abs, Atan2
Time and date NOW, Time, Day of month, Month, Day of Week, Day of Year,
Week of Year, Week of Month, Year

* Statements are applicable only in scripts. Other elements may not be applicable, depending
on the context.

Simulator Specifications
The simulator assists the development of logging and control programs, simulating a
temperate maritime climate at a latitude of 51 degrees North, such as that in the UK.
Soil water, nutrient and heat fluxes are simulated.
Soil moisture is lost by drainage and by surface evaporation and evapotranspiration -
from a spring-sown crop harvested in the autumn.
Water uptake peaks in high summer, nutrient uptake peaking earlier.
Soil water is replenished by rainfall, and by irrigation which is modelled by switching
the GP2’s relays.
Irrigation can be with fresh water or saline/nutrient solution – these differ in their effect
on soil salinity – and can be measured by a simulated flow meter.
The simulator can be speeded up and the same weather pattern can be repeated.
SDI-12 sensors are not currently supported in the simulator.
For full details please see DeltaLINK 3 Help.

GP2 Specifications Page 33

Product Care and Maintenance
The battery can be changed quickly without losing program settings or data, but no
additional data will be logged while the battery is removed. Change the battery if the
voltage indicated on the Logger window of DeltaLINK is under 5.5V or below the
supply voltage needed for sensors.

One 25g bag of desiccant protects the logger from condensation. Replace with fresh
desiccant annually to ensure continued logger accuracy and reliability. Keep the cover
on and cable glands sealed except when connecting sensors or changing the battery.
Logger sealing: See Appendix 7: Make sure the GP2 is properly sealed on page
25.

The Service Kit (GP2-SER) contains desiccant, a replacement battery holder, spare
M8 connector cover cap & lanyard, and spare sealing bungs.

GP2 Calibration Certificate

To see your current calibration certificate:-
 Connect your PC to your GP2
 Run GP2 Calibration Certificate Generator from
the Start, All Programs, Delta-T Devices,
DeltaLINK 3 menu
 Enter the number of your GP2 COM port
connection and, if networked, the GP2 serial
number
 Select Fetch Details from logger
 Select Save or Print Certificate as required.

Legal and Regulatory Advice

Please read GP2 Product Usage.pdf in the DeltaLINK 3\Document Library folder.
The GP2 is CE compliant, conforming to the essential requirements of EMC directive
2004/108/EC.
For US markets the GP2 is Part 15 FCC compliant.

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Index
EXT/5W-xx, 3
EXT/8W-xx, 3
2
2K Thermistor, 9 F
Firmware Upgrade, 7
3
3V precision reference, 4 G
GP2 Program Specifications, 32
A GP2 Relay Expansion Module, 12
analogue, 3, 4 GP2 Simulator, 9
Analogue, 6 GP2-G5-LID, 3, 20
Analogue Accur, 28 GP2-NPC, 3
Analogue Input Specifications, 27 GP2-NTP, 3
Apply, 9 GP2-P2-LID, 3, 21
GP2-RLY, 3
GP2-RS232, 3
B GP2-USB, 3
battery power, 4 GPRS Modem Gateway, 24
blanking plug, 25 GSM Config Utility, 7

C H
cable glands, 25 Help, 8
COM port, 19
Connection Details,, 7 I
counter channels, 4
Import Dataset(s), 11
Individual reading, 10
D Info Panel, 10
Dataset Import Wizard, 11 Install, 7
DeltaLINK, 7
DeltaLINK 3 Software Specifications, 31 L
DeltaLINK Cloud, 24
Digital Input Specifications, 29 Legal Notices, 34
DL-MKT, 3 Logged Data, 11
DL-MKT Universal Data Logger Mounting
Kit, 23 M
M2 Lockable Enclosure, 24
E M2-ENCL, 3
Event Channels, 6 Maintenance, 34
Expansion Lids, 20 Measurement list, 10

Index Page 35
measurements S
mathematical, virtual, 4
Script Editor Specifications, 33
sensor
N reading rate, 4
Network Cabling, 16 Sensor Power and Warm-up
Network Cabling options, 17, 18 Specifications, 30
Network Power Cable, 3 Sensors tab, 10
serial, 3
serial input, 4
P simulator, 4, 33
power, 3 Simulator, 10
Power, 6 Specifications, 26
Power Bank, 6 Status LED, 6
Power supply NOT shared by all the
relays, 14 T
Power supply shared by all the relays, 15
Power Supply Specifications, 30 T- Piece, 3
Product Care, 34 tutorials, 4
Program, 9
U
R USB, 3
readings
maximum number, 4 V
Recording, 10
recording rates, 4 variables, 4
recording types Video Tutorials, 8
statistical, 4
relay, 4
Relay Channels, 6
W
relay expansion module, 4 WET sensor, 4, 7
Relay Expansion Module, 6 Wiring Instructions, 8
Relay Outputs, 29 WS-CAN, 3
Relay Wiring, 14 WS-CAN Canopy, 22
Retrieve, 11
RS232, 3

Tel: +44 1638 742922

Delta-T Devices Ltd
Fax: +44 1638 743155
130 Low Road, Burwell
e-mail: [email protected]
Cambridge CB25 0EJ
[email protected]
UK
web: www.delta-t.co.uk

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