INSTRUCTION MANUAL

LI200R Pyranometer
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Table of Contents
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1. Introduction ................................................................ 1

2. Precautions ................................................................ 1

3. Initial Inspection ......................................................... 1

3.1 Ships With ............................................................................................ 2

4. QuickStart ................................................................... 2
5. Overview ..................................................................... 4

6. Specifications............................................................. 5

7. Installation .................................................................. 6
7.1 Siting .................................................................................................... 6
7.2 Mounting to an Instrument Mount ....................................................... 6
7.2.1 Required Tools.............................................................................. 6
7.2.2 Mounting Procedure...................................................................... 7
7.3 Wiring .................................................................................................. 9
7.4 Programming...................................................................................... 10
7.4.1 Input Range ................................................................................. 11
7.4.2 Multiplier .................................................................................... 11
7.4.3 Total Solar Radiation .................................................................. 11

8. Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Calibration .... 12

8.1 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 12
8.2 Maintenance ....................................................................................... 12
8.3 Calibration.......................................................................................... 12
8.3.1 Taking the Sensor Apart ............................................................. 13
8.3.2 Remove the Sensor ..................................................................... 14
8.3.2.1 If Using a Cover ............................................................... 14
8.3.2.2 Putting On a Calibrated Sensor Head ............................... 14

9. Acknowledgements ................................................. 15

Appendices

A. Importing Short Cut Code Into CRBasic Editor ... A-1

B. Example Programs................................................. B-1

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Figures
5-1. LI200R spectral response .................................................................... 4
7-1. LI200R schematic ............................................................................... 9

Tables
7-1. Datalogger Connections for Differential Measurements ................... 10
7-2. Multipliers Required for Average Flux and Total Flux Density
for SI and English Units ................................................................. 11
8-1. Replacement Parts ............................................................................. 13
B-1. Wiring for Example Programs......................................................... B-1

CRBasic Examples
B-1. CR1000X Program for Measuring the LI200R ............................... B-1
B-2. CR6 Program for Measuring the LI200R ........................................ B-2

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1. Introduction
The LI200R pyranometer measures sun plus sky radiation. It connects directly
to our dataloggers and is used extensively in solar, agricultural, and
meteorological applications. The input range and multipliers vary from one
pyranometer to another.

NOTE This manual provides information only for CRBasic dataloggers.

For retired Edlog datalogger support, you can access a retired
manual at www.campbellsci.com/old-manuals.

2. Precautions
• READ AND UNDERSTAND the Safety section at the front of this
manual.

• Care should be taken when opening the shipping package to not damage or
cut the cable jacket. If damage to the cable is suspected, contact Campbell
Scientific.

• Although the LI200R is rugged, it should be handled as a precision

scientific instrument.

• Keep the sensor clean. The vertical edge of the diffuser must be kept clean
to maintain appropriate cosine correction.

• Clean the sensor only with water, mild detergent, or vinegar. Alcohol,
organic solvents, abrasives, or strong detergents harm the acrylic
materials, which adversely affects the cosine response of the sensor.

• The black outer jacket of the cable is Santoprene® rubber. This compound
was chosen for its resistance to temperature extremes, moisture, and UV
degradation. However, this jacket supports combustion in air. It is rated as
slow burning when tested according to U.L. 94 H.B. and will pass
FMVSS302. Local fire codes may preclude its use inside buildings.

3. Initial Inspection
• Upon receipt of the LI200R, inspect the packaging and contents for
damage. File damage claims with the shipping company.

• The model number and cable length are printed on a label at the
connection end of the cable. Check this information against the shipping
documents to ensure the correct product and cable length are received.

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3.1 Ships With

• (1) Calibration Sheet

The LI200R is also shipped with a red cap on it. Ensure that this red cap is
removed after installing the sensor. Save the cap for shipping or storing the
sensor.

NOTE The calibration sheet shipped with each sensor includes a serial
number and calibration constant. The calibration constant is
unique for each sensor, and is used to compute the multiplier for
the measurement instruction in the datalogger program.

4. QuickStart
Short Cut is an easy way to program your datalogger to measure the LI200R
and assign datalogger wiring terminals. Short Cut is available as a download on
www.campbellsci.com. It is included in installations of LoggerNet, PC200W,
PC400, or RTDAQ.

The following procedure shows using Short Cut to program the LI200R.

1. Open Short Cut and create a new program.

2. Double-click the datalogger model.

3. In the Available Sensors and Devices box, type LI200R. You can also
find the sensor in the Sensors | Meteorological | Solar Radiation folder,
and then double-click LI200R Pyranometer. Enter the LI200R Output
that is provided on the calibration sheet shipped with the sensor. This
value is unique to the individual sensor. The flux density defaults to
kW/m^2 and the total flux defaults to MJ/m^2. To change this, click the
Flux Density or Total Flux box and select another option. After entering
the Properties, click the Wiring tab to see how the sensor is to be wired
to the datalogger.

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4. Repeat step three for other sensors you want to measure.

5. In Output Setup, type the scan rate, a meaningful table name, and the
Data Output Storage Interval.

6. Select measurement and its associated output options.

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7. Click Finish and save the program.

8. Send the program to the datalogger if the datalogger is connected to the

computer.

9. If the sensor is connected to the datalogger, as shown in the wiring

diagram, check the output of the sensor in the data display of LoggerNet,
PC400, RTDAQ, or PC200W to make sure it is making reasonable
measurements.

NOTE Short Cut uses the execution interval to make total flux
calculations (Section 7.4.2, Multiplier (p. 11)). You need to take this
into account while editing the Short Cut program.

5. Overview
The LI200R measures incoming solar radiation with a silicon photovoltaic
detector mounted in cosine-corrected head. The detector outputs current; a
shunt resistor in the sensor cable converts the signal from current to voltage,
allowing the LI200R to be measured directly by Campbell Scientific
dataloggers.

The LI200R is calibrated against an Eppley Precision Spectral Pyranometer to

accurately measure sun plus sky radiation. Do not use the LI200R under
vegetation or artificial lights because it is calibrated for the daylight spectrum
(400 to 1100 nm). FIGURE 5-1 shows the pyranometer spectral response.

During the night, the LI200R may read slightly negative incoming solar
radiation. This negative signal is caused by electrical noise. The datalogger
program can set the negative values to zero.

FIGURE 5-1. LI200R spectral response

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The –L portion of the model number indicates that the LI200R has a user-
specified cable length. Its cables can terminate in:

• Pigtails that connect directly to a Campbell Scientific datalogger

(cable termination option –PT).

• Connector that attaches to a CWS900-series interface (cable

termination option –CWS). Connection to a CWS900-series interface
allows this sensor to be used in a wireless sensor network.

For more theoretical information on the silicon photovoltaic detector, see Kerr,
J. P., G. W. Thurtell, and C. B. Tanner: 1967, “An integrating pyranometer for
climatological observer stations and mesoscale networks”, J. Appl. Meteor., 6,
688-694.

6. Specifications
Features:
• Calibrated for the daylight spectrum (400 to 1100 nm)
• Compatible with Campbell Scientific CRBasic dataloggers: CR300
series, CR6 series, CR800 series, CR1000, CR1000X, CR3000,
CR5000, and CR9000(X)

Stability: < ±2% change over a 1-year period

Response Time: < 1 μs

Cosine Correction: Cosine corrected up to 82° angle of incidence

Operating Temperature: –40 to 65 °C

Temperature Dependence: ±0.15% per °C maximum

Relative Humidity: 0 to 100%

Detector: High stability silicon photovoltaic detector

(blue enhanced)

Sensor Housing: Weatherproof anodized aluminum case with

acrylic diffuser and stainless steel hardware;
O-ring seal on the removable base and cable
assembly

Diameter: 2.36 cm (0.93 in)

Height: 3.63 cm (1.43 in)

Weight: 84 g (2.96 oz)

Accuracy: Absolute error in natural daylight is ±5%

maximum; ±3% typical

Sensitivity: Typically 0.13 kW m–2 mV–1

Linearity: Maximum deviation of 1% up to 3000 W m–2

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Shunt Resistor: 100 Ω, 1%, 50 PPM

Light Spectrum
Waveband: 400 to 1100 nm

7. Installation
If you are programming your datalogger with Short Cut, skip Section 7.3,
Wiring (p. 9), and Section 7.4, Programming (p. 10). Short Cut does this work for
you. See Section 4, QuickStart (p. 2), for a Short Cut tutorial.

7.1 Siting
Mount the LI200R so that no shadows or reflections are cast on it by the
tripod/tower or other sensors. Mount the sensor with the cable pointing towards
the nearest magnetic pole. For example, in the Northern Hemisphere, point the
cable toward the North Pole.

Mounting height is not critical for the accuracy of the measurement. However,
pyranometers mounted at heights of 3 m or less are easier to level and clean.

7.2 Mounting to an Instrument Mount

7.2.1 Required Tools
Tools required for installation on a tripod or tower:

• Small and medium Phillips screwdrivers

• 1/2-inch open-end wrench for CM225 or 015ARM
• Tape measure
• UV-resistant cable ties
• Side-cut pliers
• Compass
• Step ladder

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7.2.2 Mounting Procedure

CAUTION Avoid mounting the CM225 directly to a vertical pipe.

Instead, mount the CM225 to a crossarm. This avoids
reflections from the vertical pipe onto the sensor.

1. Mount the crossarm to the tripod or the tower if using a CM225.

2. Secure the CM225 to the crossarm by placing the CM225 U-bolt in the
bottom holes and tightening the nuts. Secure the 015ARM to the mast by
tightening the U-bolt nuts.

Mounting Screws
CM225 Stand

CM200 Series
Crossarm
U-bolt Nuts

015ARM

U-bolt Nuts

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3. Place the LI200R in the center of the LI2003S base/leveling fixture.

Secure the LI200R to the LI2003S by tightening the small Phillips screws.

Bubble Level

Leveling
Screws Holes for
Mounting Screws

LI2003S Base

LI200R

Small Phillips Screws

4. Loosely mount the LI2003S and LI200R on the CM225 or 015ARM. Do

not fully tighten the three mounting screws.

Mounting holes used

for the LI200R are
indicated in yellow.

5. Turn the leveling screws as required to bring the bubble of the bubble level
within the ring.

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6. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the assembly in its final position.
Check that the pyranometer is still correctly leveled and adjust as
necessary.

7. Route the sensor cable along the underside of the crossarm or 015ARM
mounting arm to the tripod/tower, and to the instrument enclosure.

8. Secure the cable to the crossarm or 015ARM mounting arm and mast by
using cable ties.

Cable Ties

Cable

9. Remove the red cap after installing the sensor. Save this cap for shipping
or storing the sensor.

7.3 Wiring
A schematic diagram of the LI200R is shown in FIGURE 7-1.

FIGURE 7-1. LI200R schematic

Connections to Campbell Scientific dataloggers are given in TABLE 7-1.

When Short Cut is used to create the datalogger program, connect the sensor to
the terminals shown in the wiring diagram created by Short Cut.

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TABLE 7-1. Datalogger Connections for Differential Measurements

Wire Color Wire Function Datalogger Connection Terminal

U configured for differential high
Red Signal input1, DIFF H (differential high,
analog-voltage input)
U configured for differential input
Black Signal Reference low1, DIFF L (differential low,
analog-voltage input)
White Analog Ground ⏚ (analog ground)
Clear Shield ⏚ (analog ground)
1U terminals are automatically configured by the measurement instruction.

7.4 Programming
Short Cut is the best source for up-to-date datalogger programming code.

If your data acquisition requirements are simple, you can probably create and
maintain a datalogger program exclusively with Short Cut. If your data
acquisition needs are more complex, the files that Short Cut creates are a great
source for programming code to start a new program or add to an existing
custom program.

NOTE Short Cut cannot edit programs after they are imported and edited
in CRBasic Editor.

A Short Cut tutorial is available in Section 4, QuickStart (p. 2). If you wish to
import Short Cut code into CRBasic Editor to create or add to a customized
program, follow the procedure in Appendix A, Importing Short Cut Code Into
CRBasic Editor (p. A-1). Programming basics for CRBasic dataloggers are
provided in the following sections. Complete program examples for CRBasic
dataloggers can be found in Appendix B, Example Programs (p. B-1).
Programming basics and programming examples for Edlog dataloggers are
provided at www.campbellsci.com/old-manuals.

The LI200R output is measured by the datalogger by using the VoltDiff()

CRBasic instruction. CRBasic is included in PC400 and LoggerNet datalogger
support software. The VoltDiff() instruction has the following structure:
VoltDiff(Dest, Reps, Range, DiffChan, RevDiff, SettlingTime,
Integ/FNotch, Mult, Offset)

Section 7.4.1, Input Range (p. 11), provides information about choosing the
Range. Nearby ac power lines, electric pumps, or motors can be a source of
electrical noise. If the sensor or datalogger is located in an electrically noisy
environment, use the 60 or 50 Hz rejection integration option as shown in
CRBasic Example B-1, CR1000X Program for Measuring the LI200R (p. B-1).
The Multiplier parameter converts the millivolt reading to engineering units
(Section 7.4.2, Multiplier (p. 11)).

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7.4.1 Input Range

The following is an example of how to determine the optimum input range for
a given sensor calibration and maximum expected irradiance. This is an
example only. Your values will be different.

This example uses the calibration provided by LI-COR®, Inc. Assume that the
sensor calibration is 87 µA kW–1 m2. The pyranometer outputs current that is
converted to voltage by the 100 Ω shunt resistor in the cable or on the wiring
panel. To convert the calibration from current to voltage, multiply the LI-COR®
calibration by 0.1 kΩ (shunt resistor). The example calibration changes to 8.7 mV
kW–1 m2.

A reasonable estimate of maximum of irradiance at the earth’s surface is

1 kW m–2. Thus, an estimate of the maximum input voltage is obtained by
multiplying the calibration by the maximum expected irradiance. In this
example that product is 8.7 mV. Now, select the smallest input range that is
greater than the maximum expected input voltage.

7.4.2 Multiplier
The multiplier converts the millivolt reading to engineering units. The most
common units and equations to calculate the multiplier are listed in TABLE
7-2.

TABLE 7-2. Multipliers Required for Average Flux

and Total Flux Density for SI and English Units

Units Multiplier Process

W m–2 (1/C) • 1000 Average
MJ m–2 t • (1/C) • 0.001 Total
kJ m –2
t • (1/C) Total
cal cm–2 min–1 (1/C) • (1.4333) Average
cal cm–2 t • (1/C) • (0.02389) Total
C = (LI-COR calibration) • 0.1
®

t = datalogger execution interval in seconds

7.4.3 Total Solar Radiation

Solar measurements are often totalized, which has the following structure:

Totalize(Reps,Source,Data Type,Disable Variable)

If the solar radiation is totalized in units of kJ m–2, there is a possibility of

overranging the output limits. CRBasic dataloggers avoid this by using the
IEEE4 or long data type. For example, the following Totalize() instruction
uses the IEEE4 data type to prevent overranging:

Totalize(1,SlrMJ,IEEE4,False)

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8. Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Calibration

NOTE All factory repairs and recalibrations require a returned material
authorization (RMA) and completion of the “Declaration of
Hazardous Material and Decontamination” form. Refer to the
Assistance page at the beginning of this document for more
information.

8.1 Troubleshooting
Symptom: –9999 or radiation values around 0

1. Check that the sensor is wired to the differential terminal specified by the
measurement instruction.

2. Verify that the range code is correct for the datalogger type.

3. Disconnect the sensor wire from the datalogger and use a digital voltmeter
to check the voltage between the red (+) and the black (–) wires. No
voltage indicates a problem with the photodiode, the cable, or the variable
shunt resistor.

Symptom: Incorrect solar radiation

1. Make sure the top surface of the sensor head is clean and that the sensor is
properly leveled.

2. Verify that the range code, multiplier, and offset parameters are correct
for the desired engineering units and datalogger type.

8.2 Maintenance
On a monthly basis, check the leveling of the pyranometer. Keep the sensor
clean and treat it as a scientific instrument to maintain the accuracy of the
calibration. Keep the vertical edge of the diffuser clean to maintain appropriate
cosine correction.

Clean the sensor only with water and/or a mild detergent such as dishwashing
soap. Vinegar can remove hard water deposits from the diffuser element if
necessary.

CAUTION Do not use alcohol, organic solvents, abrasives, or strong

detergents to clean the diffuser element. Exposure to
alcohol or organic solvents harm the acrylic materials of the
sensor, which adversely affects the cosine response of the
sensor.

8.3 Calibration
Recalibrate the LI200R every two years.

The LI200R can be separated into two parts. The sensor head containing the
photodiode disconnects from the base and cabling. Calibration values follow

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the sensor head. Each sensor head has a unique calibration value. When the
sensor is cabled at the factory, the sensor calibration value, as received from
LI-COR®, is put on a heat shrink label close to the end of the cable. We
recommend sending the entire sensor and cable to Campbell Scientific for
recalibration. Along with a calibration certificate, a new heat shrink label is
included on the cable with the new calibration value.

When it’s problematic to send in the sensor and the cable, you can send only
the sensor head for recalibration. A new calibrated LI200R head can be used
with the base or a protective cover put over it. Never leave the base part of the
sensor exposed to the environment while the sensor head is being calibrated.

NOTE The cable will no longer have the correct calibration information
on the label when calibration is done in this manner.

The datalogger program will need to be updated with the new calibration value
regardless of which method is used.

8.3.1 Taking the Sensor Apart

Replace the O-ring gasket on the base each time a sensor head is sent in for
calibration. You will need the parts listed in TABLE 8-1; part numbers and
pricing are available from our website.

TABLE 8-1. Replacement Parts

Description Notes
LI-COR® Replacement Replace this O-ring every time a sensor
LI190R and LI200R O-ring is separated.
LI-COR® LI190R and Cover comes with three small Phillips screws.
LI200R Sensor Base Cover Cap and screws can be reused.
When replacing the sensor head, the sensor
LI-COR® LI200R
base cover is only required if the sensor head
Replacement Head
cannot be immediately swapped out.

Tools needed:

• Small Phillips screwdriver

• Small slotted screwdriver

NOTE Collect all data from the datalogger before working on sensors.
Power the datalogger down while removing the sensor. Power
can be applied to the datalogger after work is completed. The
datalogger program can be run without a sensor attached but the
values will be erroneous. Write down the time and date that the
station was worked on to keep track of when bad data occurs in
the data file for these readings and when a calibrated sensor is
put back in place.

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8.3.2 Remove the Sensor

1. Remove the sensor from the LI2003S leveling fixture.

2. Remove the three small Phillips screws from the underside of the sensor.
Don’t lose them.

3. Gently pull the sensor apart. Notice the two wires coming up from the base
into a small printed circuit board. This printed circuit board has two gold-
plated sockets that mate with two gold plated pins from the sensor head.

4. With a small screwdriver, gently pry the printed circuit board away from
the pins. Avoid twisting the wires.

5. Put the sensor head in a safe place.

8.3.2.1 If Using a Cover

1. Place the sensor cover over the base and screw it into place by using the
three Phillips screws. Screw it down tight, but be careful not to strip the
screw heads.

2. Secure the base and cover to the LI2003S leveling fixture.

8.3.2.2 Putting On a Calibrated Sensor Head

1. If using a cover:

a. Remove the base and cover from the LI2003S leveling fixture.

b. Turn the base over and remove the three small Phillips screws holding
the cover in place. Don’t lose the screws.

c. Remove the protective cover. Put the cover in a safe place.

2. Replace the O-ring on the base with a new one. You might need to use the
small slotted screwdriver to gently pry off the old O-ring.

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3. The printed circuit board will only fit inside the sensor head one way. Line
up the sensor head pins with the printed circuit board sockets and gently
push them together. You might need to use the small slotted screwdriver to
make sure the printed circuit board is completely seated into the mating
sensor head.

4. Seat the sensor head on to the base and use the three small Phillips screws
to secure the assembly. Screw it down tight, but be careful not to strip the
screw heads.

5. Remember to update the datalogger program with the new sensor head
calibration value.

6. Pack the head for shipment and send it to Campbell Scientific. Refer to the
Assistance page at the beginning of this document for the required
procedure for sending equipment to Campbell Scientific.

9. Acknowledgements
Campbell Scientific, Inc. gratefully acknowledges the contribution of LI-COR®
to concepts, text, and images used in this manual.

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Appendix A. Importing Short Cut Code
Into CRBasic Editor
This tutorial shows:

• Importing a Short Cut program into a program editor for additional

refinement

• Importing a wiring diagram from Short Cut into the comments of a

custom program

Short Cut creates files, which can be imported into CRBasic Editor. Assuming
defaults were used when Short Cut was installed, these files reside in the
C:\campbellsci\SCWin folder:

• .DEF (wiring and memory usage information)

• .CR300 (CR300-series datalogger code)
• .CR6 (CR6-series datalogger code)
• .CR8 (CR800-series datalogger code)
• .CR1 (CR1000 datalogger code)
• .CR1X (CR1000X-series datalogger code)
• .CR3 (CR3000 datalogger code)
• .CR5 (CR5000 datalogger code)
• .CR9 (CR9000(X) datalogger code)

Import Short Cut code and wiring diagram into CRBasic Editor:

1. Create the Short Cut program following the procedure in Section 4,

QuickStart (p. 2). Finish the program. On the Advanced tab, click the
CRBasic Editor button. The program opens in CRBasic with the name
noname.CR_. Provide a name and save the program.

NOTE Once the file is edited with CRBasic Editor, Short Cut can no
longer be used to edit the datalogger program.

2. The program can now be edited, saved, and sent to the datalogger.

3. Import wiring information to the program by opening the associated .DEF

file. By default, it is saved in the c:\campbellsci\SCWin folder. Copy and
paste the section beginning with heading “–Wiring for CRXXX–” into the
CRBasic program, usually at the head of the file. After pasting, edit the
information such that an apostrophe (') begins each line. This character
instructs the datalogger compiler to ignore the line when compiling. You
can highlight several lines of CRBasic code then right-click and select
Comment Block. (This feature is demonstrated at about 5:10 in the
CRBasic | Features video.)

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Appendix B. Example Programs
The following programs measure the LI200R every second, and converts the
mV output to Wm–2 and MJ m–2. The scan interval is entered as a constant at
the beginning of the program. This way the user changes the constant when
they want to change their scan rate and it ripples through the program. The
programs output an hourly average flux (Wm–2) and a daily total flux density
(MJm–2). Negative values are set to zero before being processed. Wiring for the
examples is given in TABLE B-1. These examples assume the LI-COR
calibration value is 71.37. This value is unique to the sensor; therefore, your
program will be different.

TABLE B-1. Wiring for Example Programs

Color Description CR1000X CR6

Red Signal 1H U1
Black Signal Reference 1L U2
White Analog Ground ⏚ ⏚
Clear Shield ⏚ ⏚

CRBasic Example B-1. CR1000X Program for Measuring the LI200R

'CR1000X

'Declare Constants
't=scan rate in seconds
Constant t = 1

'Declare Variables and Units

Public BattV
Public PTemp_C
Public SlrW
Public SlrMJ

Units BattV=Volts
Units PTemp_C=Deg C
Units SlrW=W/m^2
Units SlrMJ=MJ/m^2

'Define Data Tables

DataTable(Hourly,True,-1)
DataInterval(0,60,Min,10)
Average(1,SlrW,FP2,False)
EndTable

'The Totalize instruction uses the IEEE4 data type to prevent overranging.
DataTable(Daily,True,-1)
DataInterval(0,1440,Min,10)
Minimum(1,BattV,FP2,False,False)
Totalize(1,SlrMJ,IEEE4,False)
EndTable

'Main Program
BeginProg
'Main Scan

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Appendix B. Example Programs

Scan(t,Sec,1,0)
'Default Datalogger Battery Voltage measurement 'BattV'
Battery(BattV)

'Default Wiring Panel Temperature measurement 'PTemp_C'

PanelTemp(PTemp_C,_60Hz)

'LI200R Pyranometer measurements 'SlrMJ' and 'SlrW'

'Measurement returns SlrW in millivolts.
VoltDiff(SlrW,1,mV200,1,True,0,_60Hz,1,0)

'Set negative value to zero.

If SlrW<0 Then SlrW=0
'Convert millivolts to Megajoules/m² by using equation from TABLE 7-2.
'Multiplier = t*(1/C)*0.001
'Where t = execution interval in seconds
'Where C = (LI-COR calibration) * 0.1 = 71.37 * 0.1 = 7.137
SlrMJ=SlrW*t*(1/7.137)*0.001

'Convert millivolts to Watts/m² by using equation from TABLE 7-2.

'Multiplier = (1/C) * 1000
'Where C = (LI-COR calibration) * 0.1 = 71.37 * 0.1 = 7.137
'Therefore, Multiplier = (1/7.137)*1000 = 140.1149
SlrW=SlrW*140.1149

'Call Data Tables and Store Data

CallTable Hourly
CallTable Daily
NextScan
EndProg

CRBasic Example B-2. CR6 Program for Measuring the LI200R

'CR6 Series

'Declare Constants
't=scan rate in seconds
Constant t = 1

'Declare Variables and Units

Public BattV
Public PTemp_C
Public SlrW
Public SlrMJ

Units BattV=Volts
Units PTemp_C=Deg C
Units SlrW=W/m^2
Units SlrMJ=MJ/m^2

'Define Data Tables

DataTable(Hourly,True,-1)
DataInterval(0,60,Min,10)
Average(1,SlrW,FP2,False)
EndTable

'The Totalize instruction uses the IEEE4 data type to prevent overranging.
DataTable(Daily,True,-1)
DataInterval(0,1440,Min,10)
Minimum(1,BattV,FP2,False,False)
Totalize(1,SlrMJ,IEEE4,False)
EndTable

'Main Program
BeginProg
'Main Scan

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 Appendix B. Example Programs

Scan(t,Sec,1,0)
'Default Datalogger Battery Voltage measurement 'BattV'
Battery(BattV)

'Default Wiring Panel Temperature measurement 'PTemp_C'

PanelTemp(PTemp_C,60)

'LI200R Pyranometer measurements 'SlrMJ' and 'SlrW'

'Measurement returns SlrW in millivolts.
VoltDiff(SlrW,1,mV200,U1,True,0,60,1,0)

'Set negative value to zero.

If SlrW<0 Then SlrW=0

'Convert millivolts to Megajoules/m² by using equation from TABLE 7-2.

'Multiplier = t*(1/C)*0.001
'Where t = execution interval in seconds
'Where C = (LI-COR calibration) * 0.1 = 71.37 * 0.1 = 7.137
SlrMJ=SlrW*t*(1/7.137)*0.001

'Convert millivolts to Watts/m² by using equation from TABLE 7-2.

'Multiplier = (1/C) * 1000
'Where C = (LI-COR calibration) * 0.1 = 71.37 * 0.1 = 7.137
'Therefore, Multiplier = (1/7.137)*1000 = 140.1149
SlrW=SlrW*140.1149

'Call Data Tables and Store Data

CallTable Hourly
CallTable Daily
NextScan
EndProg

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