User Manual for MSR 145W2D Wireless Data Logger

Quick Guide for MSR 145W2D

This guide provides essential instructions for operating the MSR 145W2D data logger. Key operations include installing the MSR PC software, managing battery charging, configuring WiFi, and transferring data to a PC or the MSR SmartCloud.

Installing the MSR PC Software

The MSR PC software is required for configuration and data analysis. Download the installation program from the official website at www.cik-solutions.com/en-msr-support. Launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup on your PC.

PC Connection and Battery Charging

Connect the data logger to your PC using the supplied USB cable. The orange LED indicates that the battery is charging. When the LED flashes every two seconds, the battery is fully charged.

Important: To prevent damage and extend battery life, do not allow the battery to fully discharge. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before storing the device for long periods. If the battery does not appear fully charged after the first attempt, unplug and reconnect the USB cable to restart the charging process.

Starting Data Recording

1. Connect the device to your PC and launch the MSR PC software.
2. In the Setup program, navigate to the Sensors area to set the time interval for each sensor (e.g., 1s for one measurement per second).
3. Select Start immediately.
4. Click Write basic settings to transfer the configuration to the data logger.
5. Click Start to begin recording. The blue LED will flash every 5 seconds.
6. Disconnect the USB cable.

OLED Display Operation

Press the blue button on the data logger to activate the display. You can cycle through the following views by pressing the button:

• List: Shows current measured values.
• Graph 1: Displays measured values in diagram form.
• Graph 2: Displays the second diagram of measured values.

You can configure which displays are available under the Display menu in the setup program. To access options, keep pressing the button while the display is active; options will appear in the bottom left-hand corner. Release the button to select an option. The first option is Step (to change display) and the last is Cancel.

Transferring Data to a PC

1. Connect the data logger to your PC via USB and launch the MSR PC software.
2. Double-click Reader in the program selection window.
3. Confirm that you want to end the current measuring process.
4. Select the measuring process you wish to transfer (labeled Record) and click OK.
5. The Viewer program will automatically open, allowing you to view, analyze, and export the data.

Wireless LAN (WiFi) Connection

To transmit data to the MSR SmartCloud or a local application via WiFi:

1. Enter your network configuration details into the WLAN/WiFi section of the MSR PC software's Setup program.
2. Switch on the data logger display using the blue button.
3. Press and hold the button until WiFi appears on the display.
4. Press the button again and release it as soon as Start appears. The device will connect to your WiFi network.

Data Transfer to MSR SmartCloud

Before transferring data to the cloud, you must register an account and register your data logger on the MSR SmartCloud. Follow the instructions provided with the MSR SmartCloud activation key included with your device. If you do not have an activation key, contact MSR customer support.