In-Situ Rugged TROLL Quick Start Guide - Manual

0091332 | Rev. 006 | 09/2013
Rugged TROLL
®
100 and 200 and Rugged
BaroTROLL Instruments
The Rugged TROLL 100 and 200 instruments are
designed to measure pressure, level, and temperature in
natural groundwater and surface water. They also can be
used at industrial sites, landfills, and other installations.
Both instruments have completely sealed housings that
contain an absolute (non-vented) pressure sensor,
temperature sensor, real-time clock, microprocessor,
lithium battery, and internal memory.
The Rugged TROLL 100 is designed to hang by a
backshell hanger from a suspension wire. The Rugged
TROLL 200 can utilize the backshell hanger or can
connect to a cable for easy top-of-well RS485
communications via RuggedReader Handheld PC or
laptop PC. Additionally, Rugged TROLL 200 cables with
stripped-and-tinned cable ends can communicate with
data loggers, TROLL Link Telemetry Systems, or PLC
devices via RS485 or SDI-12.
Rugged BaroTROLL Overview
The Rugged BaroTROLL measures and logs barometric
pressure and temperature in air. This data is used to
correct the Rugged TROLL 100 and 200 data by
compensating for barometric pressure effects during the
course of a log.
Communication Accessories
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USB or RS232 docking station for the Rugged
TROLL 100, 200, and Rugged BaroTROLL
Instruments.
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USB or RS232 Rugged TROLL Com for the Rugged
TROLL 200 and Rugged BaroTROLL Instruments
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Win-Situ 5 Software for programming and
downloading
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Optional software: Win-Situ Baro Merge for
barometric compensation; Win-Situ Mobile for the
RuggedReader Handheld PC; Win-Situ Sync to
transfer downloaded data logs from a
RuggedReader to a laptop or desktop PC; Software
Manager to check for updates
Other Accessories
Rugged TROLL 100
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Suspension cable
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RuggedReader Handheld PC
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Rugged BaroTROLL for logging barometric
pressure data
Rugged TROLL 200
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Suspension cable
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RuggedReader Handheld PC
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Rugged BaroTROLL for logging barometric
pressure data
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SDI-12 compatible cable with stripped-and-tinned
uphole termination
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RS485 compatible cable with stripped-and-tinned
uphole termination
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RS485 top-of-well cable
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Rugged TROLL 200 cable suspension kit (Use this
kit to create a weight-bearing loop capable of
suspending up to 45.5 kg (100 lbs.) of cable and
instrument.)
Getting Started
You will need the following items.
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Rugged TROLL 100 or 200 instrument
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Rugged BaroTROLL (optional)
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USB or RS232 docking station (The RS232 model is
needed for connection to a RuggedReader
Handheld PC and the Rugged BaroTROLL.)
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Rugged TROLL Com (for Rugged TROLL 200 and
Rugged BaroTROLL).
Install Software
Install the following software from the In-Situ Software CD
or from www.in-situ.com.
Win-Situ 5 Software
1. Click the Win-Situ 5 link and follow the installation
instructions.
2. Make sure that you select the option to "Install USB
Drivers."
Win-Situ Mobile Software for the RuggedReader
Handheld PC
1. Click the Win-Situ Mobile link and follow the instructions
to install Win-Situ Software Manager, which checks for
software updates and transfers data.
2. If you are using Windows XP operating system, install
ActiveSync 4.5 or higher. If you are using Windows
Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8, install Windows Mobile
Device Center software in order to communicate with
the RuggedReader Handheld PC.
3. Win-Situ Mobile is probably already installed on the
RuggedReader. If you need to install Win-Situ Mobile,
connect the RuggedReader to the PC via USB to serial
cable, establish a connection via ActiveSync, open the
Win-Situ Software Manager, click Win-Situ Mobile, click
Install. Make sure you have your In-Situ Software
License Certificate available.
Win-Situ Baro Merge Software
Install Baro Merge Software if you plan to post-correct
level data to compensate for barometric pressure.
Win-Situ Sync Software
Install Win-Situ Sync if you want to automatically transfer
downloaded log files from a RuggedReader to a PC.
Connect to the Rugged TROLL Docking Station
The docking station is intended for use with the Rugged
TROLL 100, 200 and Rugged BaroTROLL Instruments
that are not deployed with a communication cable. Once
connected, you can program the instrument, view
readings, and download the data.
1. Unscrew and remove the hanger from the instrument.
The hanger is the only removable part of the
instrument. Do not attempt to take the
instrument apart. There are no user-
serviceable parts in the instrument.
2. Invert the instrument. Align the notch on the instrument
with the tab on the rim of the docking station. This will
ensure that the pins are aligned to enable
communication.
3. Place the instrument into the docking station.
4. Connect the docking station to a computer.
Connect to the Rugged TROLL Com
The Rugged TROLL Com is used as a communication
interface between a Rugged TROLL 200 or a Rugged
BaroTROLL instrument, the Rugged TROLL 200 cable,
and a computer or a RuggedReader Handheld PC.
An internal 9 volt battery powers the Rugged TROLL
Com, but it does not provide power to the instrument. The
Rugged TROLL Com connects to the uphole end of the
Rugged TROLL 200 cable. Once connected, you can
program the instrument, view real-time readings, and
download the data.
Do not submerge the Rugged TROLL Com
Device.
Rugged TROLL Com Battery Installation
1. Open the battery compartment door.
2. Attach the battery leads to the battery terminals.