Modular datalogger with Linux Evolution-M

Manufacturer: Nesa
Category: Data Logger, INSTRUMENTATION

The NESA Evolution-M is a modular datalogger with a Linux operating system, Apache web server and PHP interpreter, usable without external or proprietary software and configurable via web browser, with access via Ethernet, WiFi, USB, serial and remote.

Analog inputs 8 ÷ 32 differential or 16 ÷ 64 common @24bit, 5 digital inputs, 4 analog outputs @12bit and 4 open collector digital outputs, operating temperature -40 ÷ +70°C, typical consumption <1W (<1.5W with GPRS), 200x110x74.5mm and 700g.

Key points

Analog inputs 8 ÷ 32 differential or 16 ÷ 64 common @24bit; ranges -100÷100mV, -2÷2Vdc, 0÷100mV, 0÷2V, 0÷5V, 0÷10V, 0÷20mA, 4÷20mA and 4-wire Pt100
5 digital inputs for frequency (max. 5000Hz), status (On/Off) or count
4 analog outputs @12bit 0÷2Vdc (convertible with the MCS option) and 4 open collector digital outputs (50V, 200mA, 5000Hz)
2 RS232, 1 RS485, 2 USB host, 1 MiniUSB slave, 1 10/100 Ethernet LAN, SDI-12 slave and I2Cbus
Power supply 10.5 ÷ 24Vdc from solar panel or wind generator, 10.8 ÷ 15Vdc from battery, 24Vac, 110Vac or 220Vac with external power supply; typical consumption <1W (<1.5W with GPRS)
500MHz ARM Cortex A8; 128MB NAND + 128MB RAM internal memory; external USB memory up to 512GB or external HD up to 1TB
-40 to +70°C non-condensing; IP20; 200x110x74.5mm; 700g; polycarbonate and painted metal case, green version

Technical Frequently Asked Questions

What ports does the Evolution-M have?

8 ÷ 32 analog differential or 16 ÷ 64 common @24bit, with ranges -100÷100mV, -2÷2Vdc, 0÷100mV, 0÷2V, 0÷5V, 0÷10V, 0÷20mA, 4÷20mA and Pt100 4 wires, and 5 digital inputs in frequency (max. 5000Hz), status (On/Off) or count.

What exits does it have?

4 analog outputs @12bit 0÷2Vdc, convertible with the MCS option, and 4 open collector digital outputs (50V, 200mA, 5000Hz); in addition, a 12Vdc max. 5A power output and another controllable one.

What communication ports does it have?

2 RS232 (9 pin), 1 RS485, 2 USB host, 1 MiniUSB slave, 1 Ethernet LAN 10/100 Base T RJ45, SDI-12 slave and I2Cbus.

How does it feed?

10.5 ÷ 24Vdc from solar panel or wind generator, 10.8 ÷ 15Vdc from battery, or 24Vac, 110Vac or 220Vac with external power supply; with integrated charge regulator; typical consumption <1W (<1.5W with GPRS).

What is its operating temperature?

-40 ÷ +70°C, non-condensing.

What options do you have?

e-BAR, GPS, GPRS/UMTS, x.mcs, x.m2ch, x.Rele, Wifi, IS485/USB, IoT Gateway and SFL. NESA-XX.

How do I order it?

EVOLUTION Datalogger, complete with manual, 2/8GB USB memory and web software included, plus any additional options you may need.

Properties

Feature	Specification
Tickets and measurement
Differential inputs	8 ÷ 32 @24bit
Common entrances	16 ÷ 64 @24bit
Food entrances	12Vdc@250mA on each input
Reference voltage	2.048Vdc at each input
Voltage ranges	-100÷100mV, -2÷2Vdc, 0÷100mV, 0÷2V, 0÷5V, 0÷10V
Current ranges	0÷20mA, 4÷20mA
Temperature probe	Pt100 4-wire
Monitor @12bit	2 inputs, battery and primary power
Auxiliaries @12bit	3 inlets, internal pressure and auxiliary measurement
Digital tickets	5, in frequency (max. 5000Hz), state (On/Off) or count
Series entries	1 ÷ 200 via RS485, RS232, SDI-12, configurable via web
Radio tickets	1 ÷ 100 depending on the radio module, configurable via web
Sampling interval	<100μS
Validate sample	1 ÷ 10 s programmable
Process and/or shipment	1 s ÷ 1440min, predefined steps
Accuracy	Verified according to UNI CEI EN 13005, cat. A
Exit signals
Analog outputs	4 @12bit, 0÷2Vdc
Analog outputs with MCS option	Convertible to 0÷1Vdc, 0÷5Vdc, 0÷10Vdc, 0÷20mA, 4÷20mA, RS485 or RS485-ModBus
Digital outputs	4 programmable, open collector, ON/OFF
Maximum voltage	50V (digital outputs)
Maximum current	200mA (digital outputs)
Maximum frequency	5000Hz (digital outputs)
Power output	1, 12Vdc max. 5A
Controllable output	1, 12Vdc max. 5A
Power supply, environment, and mechanical data
External power supply	24Vac, 110Vac, 220Vac
Solar or wind	10.5 ÷ 24Vdc, from solar panel or wind generator
Battery	10.8 ÷ 15Vdc
Charge regulator	Integrated, for sealed cyclic batteries, max. 5A continuous
Load control	4-phase dual-level floating; PWM according to IEC 21-6/3
Charging indicator	Integrated LED
Typical consumption	<1W
GPRS consumption	<1.5W with GPRS
Working temperature	-40 to +70°C, non-condensing
Dimensions	200x110x74.5mm
Degree of protection	IP20
Box	IP65 – IP67, made of standard polyester or stainless steel, 300x400x220mm, models TMF-ALPS, TMF AL220 or TMF-ALPS+220
Weight	700g
Material	Polycarbonate and painted metal case, green version
Communication and programming
RS232	2 (9 pin)
RS485	1
USB host	2 (12Mb/s) @500mA
MiniUSB slave	1 (480MB/s)
Ethernet LAN	1, 10/100 Base T RJ45
SDI-12	1, slave (1÷100 connections)
I2Cbus	1
Local interface	24×2 LCD Screen
Supported protocols	Modbus RTU and TCP, TCP-IP, HTTP, FTP, SFTP, NTP, Telnet, SMTP, Socket, I2CBus, SDI-12, RS232/485 command line, SNMP, MQTT, IoT (Lora, SigFox)
Data formats	ASCII txt, Excel, CSV, XML, email, AES encryption
Programming	Local via LAN cable and remote via GPRS modem, WiFi, satellite, modem or radio; requires a web browser, XML configurator or text editor
Processing and memory
Processor	ARM Cortex A8 500MHz, 32bit
Operating system	Embedded Linux, kernel 2.6.37, with Apache web server
Internal memory	4MB NOR Flash (core); 128MB NAND + 128MB RAM (programs, user programs and level I and II data)
External memory	USB flash drive or 8GB to 512GB flash memory (-40°C to +60°C), supplied as Level III data, or HD or SSD
Maximum capacity	512GB USB drive; 1TB external hard drive
Memory management	Cyclical (overwrites the oldest)
Storage	Unencrypted (ASCII characters) or encrypted with a 256-bit hash key
Internal clock	Resolution 1ms, accuracy ±3 minutes per year; adjustment by NTP server (requires internet or LAN) or GPS
Watch battery	Lithium, 3.6Vdc
Programmable times	Independent acquisition, processing, storage and transmission, from 1 minute to 24 hours
Algorithms included	Dew point (Magnus Tetens), vapor pressure, precipitation intensity, hourly precipitation, daily precipitation, QNH, QFE, potential evapotranspiration (Penman Motheith), sunshine duration (Angström-Prescott), wind chill, humidex
Protections and diagnosis
Internal protection	Protection against short circuits and indirect discharges, with EMC filters
Overcurrent	6A interchangeable fuse
External protection	In M2Ch modules, ESD type ±3 kV according to IEC 61000–4-2
Analog channels	Internal EMC filters on each channel
Digital tickets	5KVrms opto-isolation
Ports	EMC filters on communication ports
Watch dog	3 levels (1 hardware, 2 software) + status LED
Diagnosis	According to ISO14230, three levels of restoration
Integrated monitors	Battery, primary power supply and pressure (e-Bar)
Applications and standards
Sectors	Hydrology, meteorology, roads, agrometeorology, wind energy, forests, landslides, geotechnics, microclimate, industry, landfills, photovoltaics
Standards	EC WMO, EN-13005, ISO-13528, CEI-21-6/3, IEC-61400-12, ISO-9060, Legislative Decree 121/2020, DE 2018/850, CE-128/2009

Reference

Configuration

Evolution-MEvolutionM

Description: Proprietary software, fully configurable via web interface, customizable with user scripts and programs shared over the network. Versatile and accurate multi-channel and multi-user datalogger for analog, digital, frequency, and serial signals. Basic configuration: 8 differential inputs or 16 common inputs, 5 digital inputs, 4 digital outputs, 4 analog outputs, 7 configurable communication ports (2xUSB, 2xRS232, 1xEthernet, 1xSDI12, 1xRS485). 24-bit accuracy on all AC/DC inputs. Multiple power sources: solar panel, 12Vdc battery, or external power supply; typical consumption <1W. Internal charger. Three levels of memory: internal, external, and USB memory up to 512 GB or external hard drive. 2 x 24 character LCD.