Printer Data Logger
The development of low cost, reliable data storage cards has revolutionised our use of portable digital equipment such as cameras, mobile phones, music players, etc. It has also affected data capture techniques. Data loggers, event recorders and audit copy systems were once the realm of plotters or digital miniprinters but now, memory sticks or data cards are gaining popularity. They have no moving parts to wear out and do not require constant user maintenance to replace paper rolls or ink ribbons. Electronic data is also easier to analyse, a memory card can simply be uploaded onto a computer for searching or graphing.
Over the past few years there has been a steady migration away from printers for data capture where a hard copy ticket or receipt is not required at the time of the event. Until now, the chanegover has been slow because it usually entails a complete re-design of the data capture equipment to take advantage of the new recording medium. M-Tech Printers, working in conjunction with Isopharm Ltd. can now offer the Securilog Printer Data Logger. This is an RS232C data logger which acts like a virtual or paperless printer. It incorporates a standard printer interface but with a memory card writer instead of a printing mechanism. This simple device has been designed to plug into your equipment instead of the legacy printer and to record the output onto a memory card. To ensure the validity of the record, these data can be encrypted making it possible only to read but never modify the information that has been stored. The firmware can even proof read your printed reports and produce an alert if it encounters user definable words or strings such as 'ERROR', 'HIGH', 'LOW', 'PASSED', 'FAILED', etc.
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Features & Benefits
- Printer Data Logger
- Available as panel mount, mobile or pcb - suitable for a wide range of applications
- Recorded data can be encrypted (decryption via Securilog software provided) - can be used for evidential logging
- COM port connection - Replaces any RS232 printer
- Alerts based on automatic word search - providing alerts based on pass/fail report parameters
- Standard SD card - for easy access to data vis PC upload
- Can be powered via dedicated jacksocket or through the data cable - compatible with modern systems as well as legacy equipment
Securilog Specifications
| SPECIFICATION | ISOlog-B | ISOlog-FS | ISOlog-PM |
| Format | OEM PCB | Mobile | Panel Mounting |
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| Case Colour(s) | n/a | White | |
| Card Type | SPI compatible SD (SDHC coming soon!) | ||
| Card Capacity | Up to 8 Gb | ||
| Dimensions | 58x59x16mm | 65x65x28mm | 72x64x72mm cut-out 66x67mm |
| Weight | 32g | 70g | 105g |
| Interface | Serial RS-232C | ||
| Baud Rates | 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 or 57600 (default: 9600) |
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| Handshaking | Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF) or none | ||
| Data Connection | 10 way IDC (pin 10 can be used for +Ve) | ||
| Operating Voltage | 5 to 15V DC | ||
| Power Connection | Centre Positive socket mates with Lumberg 1636-02 plug (Farnell 1200128)(alternatively use the data connector) | ||
| Power | 100mA max(at 5V), typical 10mA (card dependent) | ||
| Operating temperature | -25 to 70°C | ||
| Software Supplied | Securilog application supplied runs under Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 & Windows 8 Config screen for straightforward setup Reader decrypts (if encrypted) and organises data on the card |
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| Other Features | Customisable alerts based on auto searching of text for pre-defined keywords Software controlled buzzer Tri-coloured LED to give indication of unit status Battery backed Real Time Clock |
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