CR10X Datalogger for Measurement and Control

Name: CR10X - Datalogger for Measurement and Control
Brand: Campbell Scientific

Data Loggers & Data Acquisition Systems / CR10X

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CR10X Datalogger for Measurement and Control

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Repair	No
Calibration	Yes
Free Support	No

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Overview

The CR10X provided sensor measurement, timekeeping, data reduction, data/program storage and control functions. The CR10X stored up to 62,000 data points. Data and programs were stored either in a nonvolatile Flash memory or RAM. A lithium battery backed up the RAM and real-time clock. The CR10X also suspended execution when primary power (BPALK, PS100) dropped below 9.6 V, reducing the possibility of inaccurate measurements.

Designed for unattended network applications
Stores 62,000 data points (nonvolatile)
Data format options are mixed array (default) or table
Detachable keyboard/display, the CR10KD, can be carried to multiple stations

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CR10X Top View

Technical Description

The data logger consisted of a CR10XM Measurement and Control Module and black CR10X Wiring Panel.

Compatibility

A typical field-based CR10X system included:

CR10X Measurement and Control Module and Wiring Panel with specified Operating System
Alkaline or Sealed Rechargeable Power Supply
Weatherproof Enclosure
Communications Peripheral(s)
Programming and Communications Software
Sensors

Specifications

Memory: up to 62,000 data points
Analog inputs: 12 single-ended or 6 differential, individually configured
Pulse counters: 2
Switched voltage excitations: 3
Control/digital ports: 8
Serial I/O port: 1
Scan rate: 64 Hz
Burst mode: 750 Hz
Analog volt. resolution: to 0.33 µV
A/D bits: 13
Programming: Edlog
Data Storage: Mixed Array, Table
Telecommunications: PakBus, Modbus, Alert

Downloads

CR10X OS v.1.23 (1.45 MB) 02-04-2010

Execution of this download installs the CR10X Operating System (Mixed-Array) on your computer.

Note: The Device Configuration Utility is used to upload the included operating system to the datalogger. Requires an SC32A or SC32B.

CR10X-TD OS v.1.15 (645 KB) 28-03-2006

Execution of this download installs the CR10X Table Data Operating System on your computer.

Note: The Device Configuration Utility is used to upload the included operating system to the datalogger. Requires an SC32A or SC32B.

CR10X-PB OS v.1.10 (647 KB) 28-03-2006

Execution of this download installs the CR10X PakBus Operating System on your computer.

Note: The Device Configuration Utility is used to upload the included operating system to the datalogger. Requires an SC32A or SC32B.

Device Configuration Utility v.2.32.01 (47.7 MB) 15-04-2025

A software utility used to download operating systems and set up Campbell Scientific hardware. Also will update PakBus Graph and the Network Planner if they have been installed previously by another Campbell Scientific software package.

Supported Operating Systems:

Windows 11 or 10 (Both 32 and 64 bit)

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Related FAQs

Number of FAQs related to CR10X: 12

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Is the observational data maintained in a CR10X if ac power is lost when data is written in the final storage area? Can the data of the final storage area be read by an internal program when ac power is restored?

The CR10X has battery-backup RAM and clock. In other words, the program, final storage data, or clock settings are not lost if ac power is lost. Data is sent to final storage by an internal program. Data can be sent by an internal program from final storage to a storage module, computer, or printer using Instruction 96 Active Serial Data Output.
Is there a minimum 12-channel datalogger available that can send data to an Internet server by GPRS?

The CR1000 can send data to the Internet using GPRS.
Is a special PROM needed for a CR10X?

The CR10X uses downloadable operating systems instead of PROMs and includes more instruction in the standard operating system. For a list of instructions included in the standard operating system, refer to the prompt sheet or CR10X manual.
Does the CR1000 module fit the CR10X wiring panel?

No.
Is there an existing port on the CR10X that can house a RS-232 one-wire interface device?

Instruction 15, Control Port Serial I/O, does allow the use of one control port for hardware flow control (RTS/DTR) or (TXD/RXD). The first control port is the (RTS/DTR) line. Baud rate is limited to 300 or 1200.
Can the CR10X send data out the serial port to be parsed by another instrument? If so, is this automatic, programmed, or a response to a command from another instrument?

Data can be sent out the CS/IO port automatically using Instruction 96 Activate Serial Data Output.
Can the CR10X communicate piezometer data easily with a Wonderware SCADA system for data display?

If the CR10X has Modbus OS, Wonderware can be used to display the data. Without the Modbus OS, LoggerNet software would be needed to collect the data and then the PC-OPC Sever software would be used to display the data.
Can a CR10X and an RF modem be wired directly without using an SC932A?

If the RF modem has a CS I/O connector, then it should be compatible with the CR10X without the use of an SC932A. Ensure that the RF modem’s firmware is compatible with the CR10X firmware.

Note: RF modems that are not sold by Campbell Scientific will only interface with a CR10X via an SC932A or an SC105.
The CR1000/CR3000 wiring panel shows four serial I/O ports on C1 to C8. Do these serial I/O ports provide the same functionality as the SDM-SIO4 module did on a CR10X or CR23X datalogger?
Not the same, but similar. The SDM-SIO4 provides RS-232 voltage levels; the CR1000 control ports provide 0 to 5 V only. Both usually work with all sensors, and both devices are compatible with RS-232 and TTL logic. The CR1000 is easier to set up and program for serial input. The SDM-SIO1 is a preferred alternative to the SDM-SIO4.

When compared to the CR10X, the CR1000 can handle strings as a specific data type. It also has more integrated serial interfaces including the following:
- Four control port pairs—COM1 (C1 TX / C2 RX) through COM4 (C7 TX / C8 RX)
- RS-232 port
- CS I/O port for connection to CS I/O peripherals
The serial I/O capabilities of the CR1000/CR3000 are similar to, and faster than, the SDM-SIO4 capabilities on a CR10X or CR23X. SDM devices are addressable and are connected to a datalogger on C1 through C3. Therefore, one benefit of using multiple SDM devices on a CR1000 datalogger is that only three control ports are used.
Is there a way to convert an Edlog program file to a CRBasic program file?
Yes. We have created a software application, Transformer, to help migrate Edlog program files to CRBasic program files. Transformer is available within LoggerNet 3.2 and higher.
- From the Windows Start Menu, navigate to LoggerNet3.0 | Utilities | Transformer.
- In LoggerNet 4.x, from the main LoggerNet window, navigate to Program | Transformer.
Transformer uses a CSI or DLD file created in Edlog to generate CRBasic code. A side-by-side comparison of the two programs is provided along with an action log that highlights parts of the program that may need attention or additional editing in CRBasic.

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Downloads

CR10X OS v.1.23 (1.45 MB) 02-04-2010

CR10X-TD OS v.1.15 (645 KB) 28-03-2006

CR10X-PB OS v.1.10 (647 KB) 28-03-2006

Device Configuration Utility v.2.32.01 (47.7 MB) 15-04-2025

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