Novak Sentry Data Logger Quick Start Guide (2010) - Manual

6-2008 #55-2000-1
Novak SeNtry Data Logger
Models #2000 and #2010
The Novak Sentry Data Logger system is the perfect
solution for radio control drivers who are looking
for a more visual representation of their vehicle’s
performance. It is feature rich and easy to use.
The Novak Sentry Data Logger device records
voltage, current, temperature, RPM, acceleration
and throttle/steering data that are easily accessible.
Included Items
(refer also to photo on back):
• Sentry Data Logger
• Mounting Bracket
• Battery Voltage Sensor
• Analog Temperature Sensor Loop
• Digital Temperature Sensors (2 included in Model
#2000 and 6 included in Model #2010)
• Brushless RPM Sensor
• RPM Sensor for Nitro, Brush Motors, and
Sensorless Motors
• Input Harness Sensor
• Current Sensor (included in Model #2010 only)
• USB Cable ( A-male to mini B-male)
A CD is also included with every Sentry Data Logger. This
CD contains the Novak Sentry Data Acquisition Software.
PreCaUtIoNS
Damage due to the following will void the product warranty.
Water aND eLeCtroNICS Do Not MIx!
Never allow water, moisture or other foreign materials to get
inside Sentry, ESC or Motor.
DISCoNNeCt BatterIeS WheN Not IN USe
Always disconnect the battery pack from the ESC when not in
use to avoid short circuits & possible fire hazard.
MaxIMUM 7 voLtS INPUt voLtage
Using more than 7 volts from the ESC/servo input harness
will damage the Sentry.
No Ca gLUe, Motor SPray or other SoLveNtS
Exposure to motor spray, solvents or CA glue or its fumes can
cause damage to internal components of the Sentry.
traNSMItter oN FIrSt
Always turn the transmitter on first so that you will have
control of the vehicle when you turn it on.
INSULate WIreS
Always insulate exposed wiring with heat shrink tubing or
electrical tape to prevent a short circuit, which can damage
the Sentry and any other connected electronics.
No reverSe voLtage!
All sensors plug into the Sentry with black wires facing toward
the outside edge. Reverse battery polarity can damage Sentry.
Disconnect battery immediately if reverse connection occurs.
DISaBLe reverSe FIrSt
The Remote Start/Stop feature is not intended to be used
with a reverse-enabled ESC.
CoNNeCt USB BeFore tUrNINg oN eSC
Make sure that the ESC is turned off before connecting the
USB cable to guarantee that the Windows operating system
will properly detect the USB connection to the Sentry.
DISCoNNeCt Motor WIreS BeFore CaLIBratINg
Before starting to calibrate the input signal, please make sure
the motor wires are disconnected from the ESC.
SySteM reQUIreMeNtS
• Microsoft Windows XP ™ or Windows Vista ™
operating system
• Microsoft .NET ™ Framework version 2.0
• Microsoft Report Viewer
NOTE: For proper display, your screen resolution should
be set to 1024 by 768 or higher in the Windows Display
Properties dialog box under the Settings tab.
SoFtWare INStaLLatIoN
Insert the Novak Sentry Data Logger installation CD
provided and follow the directions on the screen.
If the CD does not autorun after several minutes,
you can manually install the software by browsing
the CD in your Windows Explorer ™ .
Double-click on the
setup.exe to begin
installation.
The installation automatically checks to make sure
your system has Microsoft .NET ™ Framework 2.0
and Microsoft Report Viewer installed. If it detects
that your system does not have one or more of
the prerequisites installed, you will be prompted to
install these files.
aDDItIoNaL heLP
For further guidance, please reference the Sentry_
Instruction_Manual.pdf file located on the CD. The
same document, latest downloads and Frequently
Asked Questions can be found by clicking the icon in
the Sentry Data Acquisition software menu bar.
To benefit from all of the
technical features of the
Sentry Data Logger and
Data Logger Acquisition
Software, please read the
Instruction Manual located
on the CD and these Quick
Start instructions.
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