Technical Support Index

SL5 Smart Logger information page.
DataBus Hubs provide a series of options for extending, weatherproofing and connecting smart sensors to the logger.
DataBus Extension Cables - Factory made in standard lengths or make your own custom extension cables.
Power Configurations - Different ways to make sure your system is properly powered.
Universal Power Schematic - How to connect the power for most ICT installations.
System Configurations - Different ways to organise an extended system.
Battery Types - Battery types for the Smart Logger system.
Power Calculations - How to ensure that you choose the right batteries and cabling for your system.
Battery Condition Monitor - A Smart sensor for monitoring the batteries in your system.
Splicing DataBus cables for exterior weatherproof deployment - correctly splicing cables is essential for outdoor use.
Using an LCD Reader to test systems that are deployed in stages - testing systems that are deployed in stages.
Cable Configuration Case Studies - examples of logger cabling solutions in the field (1.7M PDF)
Download SL5 USB driver (exe file - Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista)

Using a rain gauge as a rain switch - explanation and example of how to use a TB rain gauge as a rain switch.
Connecting ECRN rain gauge to an analogue device
Using the Smart Logger with a Macintosh computer - general advice on hardware and software requirements.

Knowledgebase - extensive database of frequently asked questions, tips, hints and useful technical tidbits.
Glossary - glossary of technical terms used on this site and in our documents.

A list of all downloadable manuals is available here. All manuals are also linked from their respective product pages.