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17206 SC-IRDA Interface
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Overview

the 17206 is an SC-IRDA infrared interface factory installed in the enclosure bulkhead. When you purchase an enclosure and the 17206, Campbell Scientific will install the SC-IRDA in the enclosure bulkhead before the enclosure leaves the factory.The SC-IRDA is secured and sealed in the enclosure with a compression fitting. The SC-IRDA is an infrared interface that facilitates communication between the datalogger and an infrared-equipped PDA. This device allows you to interrogate the datalogger on site without opening the enclosure.

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Benefits and Features

  • Weather resistant to protect instruments
  • Interrogate the data logger on site without opening the enclosure

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Technical Description

The 17206 must be ordered at the same time as a standard or prewired enclosure. When the 17206 is ordered, Campbell Scientific will install an SC-IRDA Infrared Interface in the enclosure's case. The SC-IRDA provides an infrared interface that facilitates communication between the datalogger and an infrared-equipped PDA. This device allows you to interrogate the datalogger on-site without opening the enclosure. PConnect software or PConnectCE software is required. The SC-IRDA is secured and sealed in the enclosure with a compression fitting.

Specifications

Power Supplied by data logger 5 V (on CS I/O port)
Typical Current Drain
  • 0.17 mA (standby)
  • 6.2 mA (active)
Baud Rate 9600 (default)
Rates up to 19200 selectable via software.
Communication Range Up to 20 cm (8 in.) with typical lighting
Acceptance Angle 30º
Communication Standard Conforms to the IRDA low power SIR specifications as supported by most Palm PCs and laptops.
PDA Handheld Requirements Must have an IRDA sensor and an IR chipset compatible with the SC-IRDA. (See PConnect or PConnectCE product brochure for other PDA requirements.)
CE Compliance Complies with EMC standard EN61326:1996.

Compatibility

Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.

Dataloggers

Product Compatible Note
21X (retired)
CR10 (retired)
CR1000 (retired)
CR10X (retired)
CR200X (retired)
CR211X (retired)
CR216X (retired)
CR23X (retired)
CR3000 (retired)
CR500 (retired)
CR5000 (retired)
CR510 (retired)
CR800 (retired)
CR850 (retired)
CR9000 (retired)
CR9000X (retired)