MiniDAS - HOBI Labs

MiniDAS

Data Logger—Controller For Small Profiling and Moored Systems

Incredibly versatile data handling system and controller—equally at home in real-time profilers, moorings, and many other applications. Sophisticated software provides tremendous power, but also ease of use. MiniDAS shares most capabilities of the larger HydroDAS, but for a smaller number of instruments.

Functions

Interface with virtually any instrument, analog or digital
Collect data from up to 4 instruments—more with custom connector configurations
Store data in internal memory—up to 2GB flash
Multiplex data from all instruments in real time
Transmit data, logged and/or real-time, to computer or telemetry system.
Distribute power via 4 software-switchable outputs
Execute command sequences on completely programmable schedules—autonomously or under real-time control

Sub-Surface Features

Versatile—the same MiniDAS can be used for autonomous logging, real-time multiplexing, or both
Real-time communication with host computer—full bidirectional communication with all connected instruments
Autonomous operation with HydroScript programs
External switch for controlling scripts without a real-time computer connection
2-Color Indicator to show operational state (indicator can also be changed under the control of a script)

Host Computer Features

Features provided by any recent Windows computer running DASHost software

Real-time control of HydroDAS and connected instruments
Real-time communication with all instruments—a data terminal window available for each instrument
Data archiving
Demultiplexing—send data streams from individual instruments to other computers, or to different ports on the host computer
Real-time display of data through instruments' native software
Display vital functions such as data transmission and error rates, voltage, and temperature of MiniDAS