How to update the Campbell Scientific Data Logger Operating System

Connect a PC with the Data Logger via USB Cable. Open LoggerNet / Utilities and Device Config UtilityA screenshot of a computer

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Select the type of datalogger to update the OS, e.g., CR6

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Connection Type = Direct

Select the COM1 from the Communication Port if the PC is using COM1 to connect with Datalogger via USB.

Enter the Pakbus Encryption Key

Specify Pakbus address = Select the Pakbus address of the DataLogger.

 

Or uncheck the Specify Pakbus Address option if it is not known. Then, select Connect and Bypass option.

 

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The datalogger will be detected and a message below will show up.

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Then, in Manage OS, the current and latest OS version will be compared. If the current OS is not up to date, it will show the Update Available version, e.g., V12.

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Click on Update to start the update process.

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After the update is done, the message below will show up.

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Click OK to finish.