ShockDisplay curve 2

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MONILOG
ShockDisplay curve 2
(Transport data logger)

Edition 05/2023
 ShockDisplay curve 2 PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

When used as intended, the product complies with the basic requirements of the
following EU -directives (www.monilog.de)
2014/30 / EU (EMC directive)
2011/65 / EU (RoHS directive)
2012/19 / EU (WEEE Directive)

When used as intended, the product complies with the basic requirements of the
following UK - regulations (www.monilog.de)
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRODUCT CERTIFICATION.................................................................................. 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................ 2

1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 4
1.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY .................................................................................................... 4
1.2 BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER .......................................................................... 5
1.3 FUNCTIONALITY......................................................................................................... 6
1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 8

2. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS ....................................................................... 10

3. DEVICE DESCRIPTION ............................................................................ 12

3.1 DEVICE SETUP / DEVICE VIEW ............................................................................... 12
3.2 OPERATION............................................................................................................ 13
3.3 DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................... 14
3.3.1 Main menu ............................................................................................................... 14
3.3.2 Configuration menu .................................................................................................... 15

3.4 DEVICE RUNTIME...................................................................................................... 19

3.5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT .............................................................................................. 20
3.6 MOUNTING INFORMATION ................................................................................. 22

4. PC SOFTWARE – MONILOG® SYCUR ........................................................... 23

4.1 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 23
4.1.1 General software installation ....................................................................................... 23
4.1.2 USB driver ................................................................................................................ 23

4.2 GENERAL USE OF THE PC SOFTWARE .................................................................... 24

4.2.1 Starting the software ................................................................................................... 24
4.2.2 Establishing the device connection ................................................................................ 24
4.2.3 File area ................................................................................................................... 26
4.2.4 Message window (Log) ............................................................................................... 26
4.2.5 View of the measurement data ..................................................................................... 26
4.2.6 Settings .................................................................................................................... 28

4.3 MONILOG® SHOCKDISPLAY CURVE 2 ............................................................................ 29

4.3.1 Reading out status, configuration and measurement data ................................................. 29
4.3.2 Save and export data ................................................................................................. 29

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4.3.3 Define the view period ................................................................................................ 31

4.3.4 Status and thresholds .................................................................................................. 31
4.3.5 Acquisition periods ..................................................................................................... 33
4.3.6 Synchronous data ....................................................................................................... 34
4.3.7 Inclination events / inclination curves ............................................................................ 37
4.3.8 Shock events and shock curves ..................................................................................... 38
4.3.9 Configuration of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve2 ..................................................... 43
4.3.10 Service information on the device ................................................................................. 49
4.3.11 Unlock the password................................................................................................... 49

5. FIRMWARE UPDATE ............................................................................... 50

5.1 PREPARATION .......................................................................................................50
5.2 CARRYING OUT UPDATE ....................................................................................... 51

6. WARRANTY CERTIFICATE ....................................................................... 52

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 ShockDisplay curve 2 INTRODUCTION

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY

Thank you

for having chosen the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2.

Scope of delivery1 (standard):

• MONILOG ShockDisplay curve 2 including two LR20 alkaline manganese or lithium

batteries according to your requirements
• USB mass storage device with
▪ Configuration software MONILOG® SYCUR with integrated software help
▪ Driver for USB interface
▪ Quick Guide
▪ Operating instruction in electronic form (PDF)
▪ Application examples, manual for transport monitoring
• Printed quick start guide
• USB 2.0 interface cable (type A to type Mini-AB)

In order to be able to further optimise our products for the respective applications, we are always
open to suggestions and change requests on your part.

1
The scope of delivery can deviate from the standard due to special contract agreements!

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1.2 BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER

If the MONILOG ShockDisplay curve 2 is pre-programmed for the application and the battery
capacity sufficiently, the device only needs to be attached to the cargo and turned on. The
mounting is preferably with three mounting screws or optionally with magnetic bases (see Section
3.6). The degree of protection of the device is IP67. To open the transport goods, please mount
the device vertically with the connections facing down.

ATTENTION!
Shock-absorbing intermediate layers and unstable structures falsify the measurement results!

To switch the device on, press MODE for at least two seconds until the progress bar has fully loaded.
The display switches on. If the display changes to the main menu (battery charge, shocks, trigger
counter), the device is ready for use and you do not have to do anything else. If a power-on
password has been stored in the device, enter it when requested. Otherwise the device will switch
off again after 60 seconds. The password is entered using the arrow buttons . The next
character is selected with the SET button and the entry of the password is confirmed with MODE .

To switch off, press MODE repeatedly until “Switch off with SET” appears. Confirm the switch-off with
SET . If a switch-off password is defined, enter it when requested. Otherwise the device remains

switched on.

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1.3 FUNCTIONALITY

The MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 is a universal data logger. Developed for long-term
measurement applications, it is perfectly suited for the monitoring of transport goods and critical
environments.

The integrated sensor system for the detection of shock events and inclination measurement
enables a wide range of different measurement applications. Configured alarm thresholds ensure
the reliable detection of exceedances of limit values. Shock loads are recorded and evaluated in
real time.

The compact and network-independent design enables

simple fixing on or in transport goods and transport devices. The
case of the device protects against dust and splash water (degree
of protection IP67) and thus is also suitable for the exterior use.
Thanks to this, the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 can be
used as an almost invisible goods companion in the international
transport of goods, in storage rooms, at reloading points and
during transport by the rail, by the roads as well as by water and
by air.

The power supply is implemented by standard, exchangeable alkaline-manganese or lithium

batteries. Thanks to very low current consumption and associated long, maintenance-free
operating time, the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 is perfectly suited for self-sufficient long-
term applications. Energy-optimised operating settings render possible a self-sufficient operational
time of typically one year under rough ambient conditions(depending on settings).

With the four buttons and the LCD display on the front, the full scope of the device can be used
via menu control. The stored data is displayed by showing the main parameters date, time,
maximum shock amplitude, shock duration and shock strength. Another menu window shows the
number of synchronized measured values (inclination) and the associated measured values with
date and time. Switching on and off as well as changing the measurement parameters can be
password-protected.

For the clear reproducibility of the operating status, every activity relevant to the recording of
measured values is recorded. A recording period indicates that the device is ready for
measurement with the associated measurement parameters and time specification.

The licence-free configuration software MONILOG® SYCUR enables a simple and intuitive
configuration of the devices. It offers a comprehensive adjustment of the device functions to your
application-specific requirements. Besides the detailed evaluation of the device data in measured

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value tables and graphs, the programme also provides export functions for external applications
(e.g. Microsoft Excel). Communication takes place via a USB interface.

With the status report function, an overview of the measurement data, including the division of all
impacts into acceleration classes and activities of the device, is created immediately without any
necessary settings.

As an alternative to the software, the device can also be configured with the four device buttons
(see chapter 3.3.2).

Figure 1: SYCUR evaluation software

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1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Intended use

The MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 is intended for the verification of transport and storage
conditions and may only be used under the operating conditions mentioned in the Section 2. No
safety-relevant functions may be derived from it. Changes or modifications to the device could
void the user's authority to operate the device. The following information on handling lithium
batteries must be observed.

Environment & disposal

The MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 does not contain any caustic or environmentally harmful
substances, excluding the internal batteries.

Used batteries must be immediately removed from the device and be disposed of in an
environmentally friendly manner according to the applicable legislation. Lithium batteries are
hazardous waste.

Battery operation

The power supply of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 is guaranteed by two exchangeable
alkaline manganese or lithium batteries (type D|R20). These can be bought in specialised stores
or from equipment suppliers.
Please note that when using alternative battery types, the functionality of the device may no
longer be guaranteed in the entire specified temperature range from -40 °C to 85 °C.

ATTENTION!
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the wrong type.
When using lithium batteries
Only use batteries that conform to UN 38.3, IEC 60086-4 and
IEC 60079-11 (intrinsically safe).
In case of non-compliance with the national regulations/laws applicable in the handling of lithium
batteries, any liability and warranty claim becomes void!

ATTENTION!
When transporting devices with lithium batteries in one package, this must be marked in
accordance with the transport regulation UN3091 PI970 Section I, Class 9a dangerous goods.
The resulting transport conditions must be observed!

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Decommissioning

In case of decommissioning the devices must be properly switched off and all batteries must be
removed and be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.

Operation and storage conditions

Observe the conditions of use specified in section 2.

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 ShockDisplay curve 2 TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

2. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

Housing

Housing material Aluminium, hard-anodized

Degree of protection IP67

▪ 1,07 kg (standard version with alkaline manganese batteries)

Weight
▪ 42 g (per magnetic base, three pieces per module optional)

198 mm × 100 mm × 44 mm (standard version)

Dimensions (D/W/H)
Ø32 mm × 7 mm (small magnetic base)

Surface mounting (screw mounting recommended), alternatively magnetic

Mounting type
base mounting (on request)

Conditions of use
▪ from -20°C to +60°C with alkaline manganese batteries (Standard
type ex factory)
▪ from -40°C to +85°C with lithium batteries
Operation and storage
Max. 98% of relative humidity, non-condensing; for increased
conditions
requirements, please ask the manufacturer about special versions, also
regard the section on Battery operation on page 8
Absolute air pressure 0-2 bar, not contaminated with oil.

Data storage, time

Data storage At least 10 years (regardless of battery condition)

Storage type/size 32 MB Flash parameter and data storage

Date / time as UTC world time independent of the power supply, supported
System clock by an internal battery, replacement by the manufacturer necessary after 6
years

Voltage supply
▪ Two batteries type D or R20 can be replaced
o Alkaline-manganese batteries (2 x 1.5 V; 16000 mAh)
Internal o Lithium batteries (2 x 3.6 V; 17000 mAh, dangerous goods)
▪ Operating time: typically one year (with synchronous interval of 10
min, all options active)

▪ Via Mini USB A-B 5 V, cable length < 2 m

External ▪ external batterie power supply (6 - 24 V, < 15 W) via IP67 connector
(via RS232 / Power), cable length < 2 m

External interfaces

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USB ▪ USB 2.0 client (mini USB A-B) for connection to a PC

RS232 ▪ IP67 connector, five-pin

Display and operating elements

Illuminated LCD display (date, time, space vector, integrated shock strength,
Indication shock duration, minimum, maximum, number of values, multilingual and
password-protected menu navigation)

▪
MODE MODE
▪ Arrow up
Buttons
▪ Arrow down
▪
SET SET

Device sensors
Measurement Measurement range Tolerance Data sets

+/- 14 g 3-axis, standard ± 0,32 g

+/- 30 g 3-axis (optional) ± 0,60 g
+/- 60 g 3-axis (optional) ± 1,20 g
When a recording threshold of 0.3g or
Acceleration more is exceeded, a shock curve with
3.2kHz, 0.64sec 500 curves
(Shock events)
(up to year of manufacture 07/2023
2kHz, 1sec) is recorded. The 500
largest shock curves are stored.
Lower limit frequency 1.5 Hz
Upper filter cut-off frequency adjustable

Inclination calculation from static ± 3 degrees 200.000

acceleration 640 curves
If an inclination threshold is exceeded,
Inclination a inclination curve (12 Hz, 8 s) is
recorded.
Interval adjustable between one minute
and 24 hours in minutes.

Evaluation On the device display or via the included software for Windows 7/8/10/11

Calibration Manufacturer’s calibration valid for two years, unless otherwise agreed.

Password configuration

Two 8-digit passwords consisting of numbers/letters, protection freely configurable

protects: switching on, switching off, reading out, configuring

Device approval

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3. DEVICE DESCRIPTION

3.1 DEVICE SETUP / DEVICE VIEW

Front view:

5 1

6 3

7 4

Side view:

1 Name plate 6 “Arrow up” button

2 Battery cover 7 “MODE” button

3 “Arrow down” button 8 RS232

4 “SET” button 9 USB

5 Display

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3.2 OPERATION

The operation of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 is menu-driven with four buttons and an
illuminated LC display. If the buttons are held down, the automatic button repeat function starts
after about one second. The buttons have the following functions:

MODE Advance/confirm menu

Scroll forward, menu navigation

Scroll backwards, menu navigation

SET Confirm input or advance cursor position

In the display functions, there is an automatic return to the basic state (display of the measured
value counter) 30 seconds after the last button was pressed.

Checking the on-state of the device

If the display shows something, the device is switched on. If "Standby" is displayed, the device is
outside a configured recording interval. In this case, the start time from which the recording
becomes active or the stop time since which the device has been inactive is also displayed.

Switching on the device

To switch on the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 press MODE for at least two seconds until the
progress bar has been fully loaded. After that, release the button. If a power-on password has
been stored in the device, enter it when requested.

The password is entered using the arrow buttons . The next character is selected with the
button SET and the entry of the password is confirmed with MODE .

Otherwise the device will switch off again after 60 seconds. The device then starts recording
data. If the device is connected to a USB cable when it is switched off, it switches on
automatically. When reading out the device, it is recognized that the device is password-
protected. At this point you will be asked to enter the device password.

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Switching off the device

To switch off the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2, press MODE repeatedly until the switch-off menu
appears. Confirm the switch-off with SET . If a switch-off password is defined, enter it when
requested. Otherwise the device remains switched on.

Note:
Switch off the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 after the configuration and only switch it on again
after it has been installed. This means that no early shock events are registered and the rest
position (zero position) of the inclination sensor is correctly determined.

3.3 DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION

3.3.1 Main menu

In the basic state, the number of recorded shocks (curve progression), the trigger counter, the
possible exceeding of an alarm threshold and the remaining battery charge in days are
displayed.

After pressing the button MODE , the switch-off menu is displayed. If you press SET in this menu, the
device switches off. If a switch-off password is defined, enter it when requested. Otherwise the
device remains switched on.

After pressing the button MODE

again, the menu of alarm events is displayed. In case of registered
limit value violations of a measuring channel activated for this purpose, you can scroll through the
alarm events with the buttons .

After pressing the button MODE again, the menu of the main parameters of all registered shocks is
displayed. With up to 500 shock events can be listed with the shock amplitude (amount of
the space vector) in g, the shock duration in ms, the integrated shock intensity in m/s, date and
time in chronological order.

If you press the button MODE again, the menu of the last recorded synchronous value data sets
appear, provided that synchronous measured values are available. Depending on the activation
and device variant, values for temperature, humidity, pressure, inclination, date and time are
displayed. With or all data records can be displayed sorted according to the time.

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Pressing the button MODE again takes you to the start/stop time menu. The set start/stop time is
displayed there. This can be changed in the configuration menu.

By pressing the button MODE again, the status display is shown. The device number (SN), firmware
version (FW), current battery voltage and the current system time of the device are displayed
here. It is not possible to change the parameters at this point.

As an alternative to the inputs described with the keyboard and device display, the same settings
and outputs can also be made with the PC and the SYCUR evaluation software (see Section 4).

3.3.2 Configuration menu

To access the menu levels for setting the measurement parameters, press SET in any main menu. If
a configuration password is defined, enter it when requested. The configuration password
protects the device setting functions against manipulation by unauthorized persons. The currently
active line is underlined by a cursor line. By operating the buttons , the cursor moves up
or down and further parameters become visible. When pressing SET , the active parameter is
either changed directly or a separate input field appears (e.g. when changing the password,
mailbox, synchronous parameters). You can return to the higher-level menu with MODE . If the
configuration menu is exited again, the changes are noted in the table of the acquisition periods.

Language

You can switch between the display languages by pressing SET several times in this menu.

Password mode

In the Password mode line, you can use SET to access the menu for modifying the password
configuration. A menu for selecting the password to be configured follows. The selection is
confirmed with SET .

The MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 can be protected with up to two passwords, each with
different access rights. Each password can contain up to 8 characters. A password can protect
any number of accesses to the device.

The cursor moves by operating the buttons and the elements can be selected with SET .

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Note:
To remove a password, select the password in the menu. Uncheck the password modes and enter
the old password under “Pw old”. Leave “PW new” empty.

If you have forgotten or lost the password, please follow the instructions in section 4.3.11 to
request a reset password.

• Name: Enter a name to assign the password, e.g., to describe the

future user group

• Pw old: Enter an existing password or master password

• Pw new: Enter the desired new password

• Turning on: If this field and a password are activated, the

password is required to turn on the device.

• Turning off: If this field and a password are activated, the

password is required to turn off the device.

• Configuration: If this field and a password are activated, changes in

configuration and erase memory are only possible after
entering the password.

• Reading out data: If this field and a password are activated, the
password is requested when making the USB connection.

Start/stop time

The menu item start/stop time enables a delayed activation of the data recording. Start and a
stop time can be set and activated in the subordinate menu here. If the programmed start time is
reached in the switched-on device, the recording of shock and synchronous data begins. Events
that occurred before are ignored. In the period before the start time is reached, the display is
deactivated and only becomes active for a few seconds when a button is pressed. When the stop
time is reached, the device switches off automatically. When switched on again, full functionality
is restored.

A-measurement parameters

Via A-measurement parameters you can set the parameters for dynamic acceleration
measurement.
The registration threshold of the three measuring channels can be set separately in a
submenu in 0.1 g steps with .

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The minimum shock duration, like the registration threshold, serves as a criterion for
recording shock events. Only those values are saved whose impact length is greater than the set
value (see 4.3.8 shock recording).
The setting of the limit values for the alarm display (alarm threshold) is carried out like the
setting of the recording threshold separately for each directional component The alarm threshold
has no influence on the recording of measured values but serves as an additional indicator for
user-defined limit values being exceeded. If the alarm display is not required, set the alarm limit to
“off”). The upper limit frequency of the signal recording can be selected using the "Shock
filter".

Synchronous parameters

Settings for the recording of measured values of the inclination sensor can be made under
synchronous parameters. The measuring channels activated in the submenu are then
recorded in the specified time interval.
In the Interval menu you set the recording interval for the synchronous measurement. The interval
from 1 min can be set in steps of one minute. It should be noted that frequent measurements will
reduce battery life. The expected “Remaining runtime” is adjusted dynamically. By setting “off”,
by reducing the interval below 1 min, the synchronous measurement is deactivated.
The position recording of the device can be activated in the Inclination submenu. The inclination
measurement is possible by setting “active” in the “Event” line. By activating the “Curve” line, a
recorded dynamic inclination measurement is started when a limit angle (“threshold”) is
exceeded. The threshold can be set in 1° steps between 3° and 90°.

Erase memory

The entire measurement data memory including the trigger counter can be erased in the submenu.
The configuration remains unchanged. You can switch between yes and no with SET and confirm
the command with MODE .

Battery new

The battery type is selected once to correctly display the expected battery charge of the device.
Underlined lines can be changed with MODE . This should be done after installing a new battery.

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Mailbox

A message can be stored in the device in the Mailbox line. This note function has no influence on
the recording of measured values but appears in the table header when the data is evaluated
with the MONILOG® SYCUR evaluation program. Any text can be entered in the mailbox (e.g. for
the internal identification of your ShockDisplay curve 2).

Data / time

The time zone can be set here in ± 15-minute intervals. The system time can only be changed with
the MONILOG® SYCUR evaluation program.

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3.4 DEVICE RUNTIME

The running time of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 depends not only on the ambient
conditions and the shock frequency but also on the measurement parameters set and the type of
battery. The activation of the continuous inclination measurement is decisive here. The relationship
between device runtime and synchronous interval is illustrated in the following figure. The real
battery status is determined in the device during runtime and taking into account unforeseeable
events. A very small shock registration threshold can lead to frequent activation of the device and
thus to a reduction in the running time. It is therefore recommended to set at least a threshold of
5% of the measuring range.

Figure 2: estimation of the device runtime depending on the synchronous interval

If low battery is displayed during data transmission from the device with the MONILOG® SYCUR
evaluation software, insert new batteries before the next use.

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3.5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Switch off the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 properly before replacing the battery. Otherwise
data loss from the device cannot be excluded.

Attention:
Ensure the right polarity when inserting the batteries!

ATTENTION!
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the wrong type.
When using lithium batteries
Only use batteries that conform to UN 38.3, IEC 60086-4 and
IEC 60079-11 (intrinsically safe).
In case of non-compliance with the national regulations/laws applicable in the handling of lithium
batteries, any liability and warranty claim becomes void!

For the change of the battery proceed as follows:

1) Remove the battery cover and battery bridge by loosening the fastening screws by means of a
screw driver (cross recess, H size 2). You can then remove the used batteries.

2) Insert the new battery according to the specified polarity in the battery compartment.
When inserting the batteries, make sure that they spring slightly on the contacts in the device
and that the battery contact bridge also has 1 to 4 mm of spring travel.

3) Tighten the battery bridge with a maximum tightening torque of 0.75 Nm.

4) When putting on the cover, the position of the seal must be observed (sealing lip points into
the housing). The sealing surfaces must be checked for cleanliness. The maximum tightening
torque is 0.3 Nm.

5) Switch on the device.

6) Either follow the description in section 3.3.2 Configuration menu - Battery new or in section
4.3.9 Configuration of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve2 to configure a new battery.

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0.75 Nm

0.30 Nm

Figure 3: battery installation

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3.6 MOUNTING INFORMATION

The device can be attached to the transported goods with three fastening screws, for example of
the DIN 912 M6 cylinder screw type, in accordance with the marked mounting holes as shown in
Figure 4. Additional washers DIN 125 6.4 mm in combination with spring washers or S6 lock
washers are recommended. Wood screws with a flat head can also be used when screwing to
wooden elements.

The tightening torque for the M6 screws should be approx. 4.5 Nm for strength 8.8 and 3.5 Nm
for A2-70. Optionally, the device can also be mounted on magnetic surfaces with the aid of
magnetic bases. A tension belt installation is also conceivable.

The measuring device should be attached as directly as possible to the transported goods to be
measured. Shock-absorbing or poorly coupled pads can negatively affect the shock measurement.

Mounting holes

Figure 4: sizes and mounting information of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2

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4. PC SOFTWARE – MONILOG® SYCUR

The MONILOG® SYCUR programme can be used both for reading out and for configuring the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve, MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 and MONILOG® ShockDisplay
smart. It is intended for the display and analysis of the recorded data in tabular and graphic
form. Furthermore, data sets can be saved locally on your PC or loaded from your PC.

4.1 INSTALLATION

4.1.1 General software installation

The supplied USB mass storage device contains the installer for the MONILOG® SYCUR software.
Please start the installation by double-clicking on the file “Setup_SYCUR.exe”, and follow the
instructions.

Note:
To install the software and the USB driver you need administrator rights on the PC.

The required USB device driver is installed with the installation of the MONILOG® SYCUR
evaluation software. If the installation of the USB driver is not successful, it can be installed
manually. To do so, read the chapter 4.1.2.

4.1.2 USB driver

Note:
If problems arise during the installation of MONILOG® SYCUR, it may be necessary to install the
driver for the USB connection manually.

The following points must be observed when installing the USB driver:

• You need administrator rights to update a driver.

• If the installation is successful, the driver only needs to be set up once on your computer.

Installation process

1. Connect the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 to your PC using the USB cable supplied.
When the device is connected, “USB active” appears on the display and signals that it is
ready for connection.

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2. Open the folder of the supplied USB storage medium /Setup Installation/Drivers and run
the “FTDI CDM Driver” file as administrator. (via right click)

Figure 5: “Run as administrator” right-click menu

3. Follow the instructions until the installation is complete. You can then read out the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 with the MONILOG® SYCUR software.

4.2 GENERAL USE OF THE PC SOFTWARE

4.2.1 Starting the software

After starting the program file SYCUR.exe , select the device MONILOG® “ShockDisplay
curve 2”.

Figure 6: Starting screen MONILOG® SYCUR

4.2.2 Establishing the device connection

If the device driver is installed and a device is connected via USB, “USB active” appears on the
display. The evaluation software will usually automatically establish a connection with the device
after you have selected MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2.

If the evaluation program was already active before connecting the device, move the mouse to
the [COM port] area (Figure 7). The connection will be established automatically. If you want
to connect a device to a different COM port, click on the USB symbol and select the device in the
selection window (see Figure 8). After a successful USB connection, the status data of the
connected device is displayed (more on this in Section 4.3.1).

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Figure 7: no connection → select COM port

Figure 8: USB connection window, currently connected to COM4

COM3 also available

In case of connection problems:

If no connection can be established to the device, select the Refresh button (blue double arrow
) and disconnect the USB cable from the device. Afterwards, reconnect it with the USB cable.

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4.2.3 File area

The data read out from a MONILOG® device can be saved as a file. A click on the “Save file”
button or the corresponding menu selection opens the save dialogue.

Figure 9: File area

Likewise, saved data can be read back again into the PC programme. The button “Load file”
opens the corresponding dialogue for the selection of the required file.

4.2.4 Message window (Log)

The message window, which can be found under Display/Messages, renders possible an
overview on the actions performed by means of the programme or the status changes of the
device during the established USB connection. Error messages and notes, e.g. for executing
configuration commands, connection establishment to devices, saving of data etc. are listed here.

Figure 10: Log-window

4.2.5 View of the measurement data

As described in the previous section, the measurement data must either be read out from a
connected system or be available in an open file. The data can be displayed as a chart or a
table.

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Graphs

In a graph it is possible to zoom in. For this purpose, draw up a selection window using the
mouse (see Figure 11). The view of linear represented graphs can be shifted using the held right
mouse button . Logarithmically represented graphs can be zoomed at desired points but not
shifted. By moving the mouse wheel up or down, the entire display is zoomed. The standard
zoom is restored by double-clicking on the graph, or using the button .

Figure 11: zoom selection window in the shock curve graph

Sorting function in tables

For tables a sorting function is available. This is carried out by clicking on the respective column
in the table header. This facilitates the finding of the maximum/minimum values. The sorting is
made alternatingly in ascending and descending order. The data sets remain unchanged by this.

Figure 12: Sorting the table columns

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4.2.6 Settings

The program can be configured under MONILOG® SYCUR Settings.

3 4

Figure 13: settings menu

1) Warning thresholds If the set warning thresholds are exceeded in the shock
events table (see 4.3.8) or the synchronous values table
(see 4.3.6), the measured values are displayed in orange.
If a measured value meets the warning threshold and alarm
threshold, the measured value is displayed in red.
2) Time: Show the reference time from the PC or from the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2. The time zone and the
consideration of summer time can be set here.
3) Reset resolution: Reset the window size to 1200 x 720 pixels.
4) OK Use the button to apply the settings.

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4.3 MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2

4.3.1 Reading out status, configuration and

measurement data

After the connection to the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 has been successfully established,
the measurement data is automatically read out by the PC program. This can take up, depending
on the number of the data sets, a few seconds to several minutes. A progress bar shows the
current readout status. The transmission can be interrupted with the Cancel button. According to
the available measured values the corresponding programme tabs and graphs open. A detailed
description of the programme areas can be found in the following chapters.

Figure 14: overview window after reading out the measurement data from a
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2

Please do not disconnect the USB cable from your PC or MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2, as
long as the data transmission takes place!

4.3.2 Save and export data

Always save the read-out measurement data in the original data format *.SDC2 via the menu
item „File/Save file“. Only this file contains all the measurement data and diagnostic
information that is also necessary for support.

In addition, a summary status report can be created in PDF format. Via menu item „File/Print
status report“ you first get a draft view. Via menu „Status report (.pdf)“ it can be saved
immediately as a PDF file. It is possible to limit the reporting period via the sliders at the top (see
Figure 16). A "limited reporting period" is then indicated in the status report.

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Figure 15: Example of status report, page 1/3

If you want to export the data of the current view into MS-Excel, select the menu item „Excel report
(.xlsx)“. If you want to export all measurement data including the shock curves to another
programme, select the menu item „All data (.csv)“.

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4.3.3 Define the view period

With the view period (see Figure 16), the display of data can be restricted to the desired time
range.

This simplifies data analysis and the finding of certain events. Enter the desired start and end date
in the fields and confirm the entry using the green button to the right of the input fields. The
display period can also be adjusted using the slide bar by moving the blue bars with the
mouse (see Figure 16).

Figure 16: Slide bar for view period

4.3.4 Status and thresholds

The Status tab shows the current status and thresholds of the device.

Figure 17: status and set configuration of a ShockDisplay curve 2

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Status data

• Serial number: Device serial number (cannot be changed)

• Device name Freely selectable device identification

• Note: Field for programming a note in the device

• Transmitted: Current computer time when the device was read out
(current time zone related to UTC world time is displayed)

• Recording start: Beginning of the measurement recording by user (“running”)

or by measurement programme (date & time)

• Recording stop: End of the measurement recording by user (“infinite”) or by

measurement programme (date & time)

• Password configuration: Shows the current password status. Detailed display by

clicking on the info symbol (switch on, switch off,
configuration, read out data)

• Battery charge: Current percentage of battery charge and estimated

remaining time in days. Detailed display by clicking on the
info symbol .

• Battery voltage: Current voltage of the internal battery

Shock event thresholds:

• Measurement range: Available acceleration measurement range for each axis

• Shock amplitude x,y,z: Minimum acceleration amplitude (storage criterion) per

shock direction

• Min. shock duration: Minimum duration of the event (storage criterion)

The shock event must at least reach the specified values in order to be storable. This serves
to hide insignificant small shock events and thus not to unnecessarily load memory and
battery capacity.

• Shock filter: Cut-off frequency of the low-pass filter

Acquisition:

• Shock counter: Number of acceleration releases due to the device's trigger

threshold. Shocks that will not reach the set recording thresholds
(shock magnitude and shock duration) are rejected again. Thus, this
value is purely informative and signalises that events have been
registered by the device.

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• Shock events: Recorded shock curves as a result of exceeding the registration

threshold for shock events (see Section 4.3.8)

• Shock alarm x,y,z: Limit values for the detection of alarms with indication in the display
and red marking in the shock table.

• Acquisition periods: Number of active periods started (see Section 4.3.5)

• Synchronous data: Number of continuously saved data sets for the activated inclination
measuring channel

• Synchronous interval: Time interval for time-synchronous (continuous) recording of the

measuring channels temperature, humidity, pressure, light and
inclination

• Inclination events: Number of inclination events as a result of the threshold being

exceeded for inclination (see Section 4.3.7). If the device tilts from
its zero position by the specified angle (e.g. 45°), a inclination
event is generated. The zero position is determined when the unit is
switched on.

• Threshold inclination: Limit value of the angle change in any direction for the recording of
inclination events. If (active + curve) is displayed, a curve is also
saved for the first 640 inclination events. (see section 4.3.7)

Notes on inclination events:

Since the inclination naturally overlaps with other movements and is subject to general scattering,
the minimum threshold is limited to an angle of 3°. Scanning takes place at 12 Hz over a time
window of 3 seconds, i.e. a faster inclination may not be recognized under certain
circumstances.

4.3.5 Acquisition periods

The acquisition periods offer an overview on the individual configuration time segments of the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2. In this way, it can be traced back how the device was
configured at the respective period of time.

Figure 18: Table with acquisition periods

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The start and end time, the active time period and the reason which has led to the completion of
the acquisition period are shown. Moreover, all set thresholds and event channels for the period
and battery voltage are recorded. A new acquisition period begins when the device has been
switched on or configured or the USB was disconnected while it was switched on. Details on the
individual parameters are described in section 4.3.4.

4.3.6 Synchronous data

Inclination

Synchronous data are measured values that are continuously recorded synchronously at a fixed
interval. The data sets are shown consecutively in a table (see Figure 19).

Figure 19: view of synchronous data table

Inclination graph:

In the “Inclination graph” program tab the static inclination values of the synchronous data are
shown as a graph. By activating or deactivating the “check mark” in the legend on the right-hand
side, the x, y, z-channel can be switched on or off (see Figure 20). The static inclination can be
overlapped by accelerations that occur. The range that can be displayed is ± 2 g. To do this,
check the amount r. If it deviates significantly from 1 g, the actual position can no longer be
reliably determined.

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Figure 20: view of inclination graph

Inclination angle:

For a better understanding of the orientation of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2, the graphic
representation of the three spatial angles in the style of analogue aircraft instruments is used. The
designations are based on the ENU reference system
(“Right-hand rule“, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aircraft_principal_axes).

Calculation of the angle:

• Rotation around the x-axis: Roll angle Φ = arctan(y/z)

• Rotation around the y-axis: Pitch angle Θ = arctan(z/x)

• Rotation around the z-axis: Yaw angle Ψ = arctan(x/y)

When using this definition, the angles are not (0°, 0°, 0°) when the device is in the normal
position on the table but (0°, 90°, -). The roll angle is 0° as the z-axis points in the direction of the
earth's axis. The pitch angle is 90° as the x-axis is perpendicular to the earth's axis (namely
horizontally). The yaw angle (rotation around the z-axis) cannot be determined because the
acceleration due to gravity is almost zero for both reference axes (x- & y-axis).

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Figure 21: example of inclination angle view

Movement recorder

Shock events and shock curves are evaluated in the device using the configured threshold values
and saved as described in Section 4.3.8. In addition, the shock with the largest space vector (r) is
saved over the time window configured with the synchronous interval (see Figure 22).

Figure 22: configuration of the synchronous interval

R Amount of the space vector from the largest shock in the previous time window
x absolute maximum of the X component of this shock
y absolute maximum of the Y component of this shock
z absolute maximum of the Z component of this shock
All components x, y, z, r are from the same shock event.

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Figure 23: movement recorder graph

4.3.7 Inclination events / inclination curves

Inclination events are registered in the “Inclination events” tab if the activated alarm threshold in
the “Configuration” tab (4.3.9) is exceeded (Figure 25, no. 1). If the check mark for inclination
curves is also activated, the curve-plot is also recorded (Figure 25, no. 2).

Figure 24: inclination alarm activation

The associated curve 2 can be called up by double-clicking on one of the table rows 1 .

Figure 25: inclination events table and inclination curves graph

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In reality, inclination events often overlap with acceleration events. For inclination curves, check
whether the amount r has a curve of approximately 1 g. If this is the case, it is a “soft tilt” without
jerky movements. In the other case, a “vibration” or a shock process triggered the inclination
event. Depending on the signal frequency and strength, the shock sensor may have recorded a
curve.

The angle representation is also available for inclination curves. The representation of the
inclination curve can be filtered with a low-pass function (Figure 25, 3 ).

4.3.8 Shock events and shock curves

All shock events are listed in a table under the “Shock event table” programme tab (see Figure
26). The associated curve can be called up by double-clicking on the table row.

If the lower or upper alarm threshold is exceeded (see Figure 27), the measured value is
displayed in red. A warning threshold can be set under Settings/SYCUR settings (see Section
4.2.6 Settings). If this is exceeded, the corresponding measured value is displayed in orange. If a
measured value meets the warning threshold and alarm threshold, the measured value is
displayed in red.

Figure 26: shock event table

Figure 27 shock alarm setting

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The recorded shock curves are shown as a graph in the “Shock events / Shock curve graph”
programme tab. By activating or deactivating the check marks in the legend on the right-hand
side, the corresponding curves for the x, y, z-channel and the amount can be shown or hidden
(see Figure 28).

In addition, by activating the low-pass function and entering the cut-off frequency, unwanted high-
frequency components can be filtered out of the view. This is a view option and does not change
the original data.

With the button “Display range: ± measuring range value g” the vertical diagram axis is switched
between the limits of the curve and the measuring range limits. By means of the button , the
curve is displayed completely again after zooming in from an enlarged section of the curve. The
„Comparison window“ button can be used to open several shock curves at the same time in
order to compare them.

Figure 28: shock curve graph

Shock recording:

The shock recording begins when the value of the acceleration exceeds the internal trigger
threshold on at least one measuring.

The measuring points are recorded continuously with a sampling rate according to the technical
data per measuring channel. Individual shock impacts are then selected from this. A shock impact
starts exceeding the internal registration threshold on at least one measurement channel and ends
when the main thrust (channel with the absolute maximum of shock) changes sign (zero crossing)
or all three channels fall below the internal registration threshold again. Within a curve several
shock impacts can occur, for example, by vibration.

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The impact with the largest amplitude is evaluated at the end of a curve period and compared
with the configured criteria. A shock curve is permanently stored if the registration thresholds met
on at least one measurement channel and shock duration for this shock impact.

Impact 1 Impact 2

Figure 29: Evaluation of shock events

As a shock event is considered the largest single impact within the curve duration which meets all
the set conditions (amount of shock, shock duration) (in this example Figure 29 Impact 1). In
addition to the measurement of the three channels, a value for the space vector and integrated
value for the shock strength of this impact are calculated at each measurement point. The shock
strength is equivalent to the difference speed and is also available as a graph.

Space vector: 𝑅 = √𝑥 2 + 𝑦 2 + 𝑧 2

Shock strength: 𝑑𝑣 = ∑𝑛0 𝑅 · 0,5 𝑚𝑠 z

Amount
X axis x
Y axis
y
Z axis

Figure 30: main axes for acceleration/inclination

Shock analyzation

In the programme tab “Shock analyzation graph” there are several graphs available for signal
analysis of the shock curves. For the optimization of transport routes and packaging, transformed
frequency spectra are required, sometimes derived from the stored acceleration time curve. The
following functions are implemented for this purpose:

• Fast Fourier Transformation (FFT): Representation of the individual frequency components

of the signal

• Power Density Spectrum (PSD): Power density spectrum

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• Vibration Response Spectrum (VRS): Vibration response Interesting for vibration analysis.
Indicates how a system behaves when it is excited by
vibrations. It is calculated here with quality 10

• Velocity change: Indicates the course of the velocity

• Octave analysis components of the signal for each measurement channel

X,Y,Z and for the space vector are displayed according
to EN 13011 in 8 frequency ranges

Figure 31: shock signal analyzation graph

For further information, please refer to the transport monitoring manual available on the enclosed
USB mass storage device or to specialist literature and the relevant standards DIN EN 15433,
DIN EN 13011 and IEEE Std C57.150™.

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Acceleration progress

Recorded shock events with their maximum acceleration amplitudes are shown in a line graph
(Figure 32). This is a complete representation of the shock events over all recording periods. Here
you can zoom into the curve with the mouse. You can also display an alternative representation
of the space vector with the „Line chart“ selection field. By the button “Calculate average”
statistical values of acceleration are calculated on all shock events (all recorded curve
progressions). The “Export values” button exports the measuring points of all impact curves to a
TXT file. This enables alternative processing in other programs, e.g., Excel. The acceleration curve
can also be processed with a "Low pass". However, this does not apply to the „Line chart“ form
of representation.

Figure 32: Overview of acceleration progress

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4.3.9 Configuration of the MONILOG® ShockDisplay

curve2

To configure a device, use the “Configuration” tab and adapt the parameters to the upcoming
transport. By clicking the “Send configuration” button , the set parameters are
transferred to the MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2.

Configuration of the measurement parameters

The settings are transferred to the device by clicking on “Send configuration” (Figure 33, 5 ).

The function “Erase memory” (see Figure 33, 6 ) erases all data in the MONILOG®
ShockDisplay curve 2.

Attention!
Make sure that you have completely read out the data before deleting it and
saved it as a *.sdc2 file! Deleted data cannot be restored!

1
3

2 4

10 11 6
7 5
12 13 8

Figure 33: measurement data configuration area of MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2

1) Synchronous interval: Time between the synchronous (continuous) recording of

measurement data (temperature, humidity, pressure, light
and inclination)

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2) Note: Text stored in the device for transport (e.g. order number,
destination, customer, supplier, owner)
3) Configuration for shock At least one threshold x, y, or z and the shock duration
measurement: must be exceeded in order to record shocks (see also
button). The shock filter is a real-time signal filter for the
upper limit frequency. For the explanation of the
parameters, see also section 4.3.4 and 4.3.8.
4) Configuration for alarm When measuring inclination, curve recording can also be
thresholds and activation of activated in addition to the angle limit value.
the alarm evaluation of the
measuring channels with
check marks:
5) Send configuration: Sends all currently made settings to the device.
6) Erase memory: By activating the check mark, all data in the device memory
is erased when the configuration is sent.
7) Setup new battery: By setting the check mark, the battery type used is first
queried at „Send configuration“ and then the remaining
battery runtime is reset.

8) Synchronize with system By activating the check mark, the current PC time is
clock: transferred to the device when the configuration is sent.
9) Password configuration: Enables changing, configuring and resetting the device
passwords. The password changes are applied when the
configuration is sent.
10) Load configuration: Completed measurement profiles can be opened from a
data carrier as a CFG file according to the application.
11) Save configuration: Saves the current settings as a file.
12) Close configuration: Closes the previously opened configuration. The current
configuration of the device is displayed.
13) Switch off device: The device is switched off.

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Note:
The meaning of the individual setting fields is described in the chapter 4.3.4 „Status and
thresholds“.

Changing the device name

The device name can be changed in the “Device name” input field (see Figure 34). Up to 32
characters are available for the device name.

Figure 34: changing the device name / recording period

Setting the recording period:

The desired recording period for the device can likewise be set by the user (see Figure 34). When
a recording period is defined, the measured value recording at the start time begins. The
measured value recording will be terminated when the stop time is exceeded and the device
switches off If the input fields are left empty, the measurement recording is running a long as the
device is switched on.

The input of start time and stop time is made in local time in the date format:
dd.mm.yyyy hh:mm:ss
(day.month.year hour:minute:second)

Setting the device time

The device time can be set by selecting the time synchronization and clicking on “Send
configuration” (see Figure 35). The synchronisation is made by means of the system time of your
PC. Note that all other configuration parameters are also sent.

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All time specifications are made in the PC programme according to the time zone setting of your
PC. Internally, the device works with the Universal Time Coordinated (UTC). Thus, a clear
temporal assignment of the events with a point in time is always possible.

Figure 35: Setting the device time

Changing the synchronous intervals:

The synchronous interval is set using the “Synchronous interval” selection fields (Figure 33, 1 ) in
hours and minutes. When set to 0 h and 0 min, there is no recording of time-synchronous
measured values.

Setting alarm events:

The input fields Figure 33 4 enable the parametrization of the alarm events. Based on the set
threshold values, alarm events are recognized if the exceeding or falling below the threshold
values is detected during the measurement run. A check mark in front of the input fields activates
the generation of alarm events. If alarm events have occurred, they are marked in red in the table
after the device has been read out.

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Configure password and access rights:

The MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 can be protected with up to two passwords, each with
different access rights. Each password can contain up to 8 characters. A new password can be
created by clicking the “Change with configuration” button. The new password setting is saved in
the device by clicking on the “Send configuration” button. A password can protect any number of
accesses to the device. If e.g. the configuration of the device is to be protected with a password,
the corresponding password will be requested the first time the configuration is attempted. After
successful entry, the configuration and all other password-protected accesses are activated for the
current session. A session lasts as long as the device is connected to the PC via USB and the
MONILOG® SYCUR programme has not been closed. In addition to the lock symbol , the
password can be given a name so that the password can be clearly assigned.

Note:
To remove a password, click on the symbol and enter the password in the new dialogue.

If you have lost one of the passwords, please follow the instructions in section 4.3.11 to request a
reset password.

Figure 36: create/change password Figure 37: deactivate password

• Old password Enter an existing password or master password

• New password: Enter a desired new password here

• Confirm password: Enter the new password again to confirm

• Turning on protected: If this field and a password are activated, the

password is required to turn on the device.

• Turning off protected: If this field and a password are activated, the
password is required to turn off the device.

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• Configuration protected: If this field and a password are activated, changes in

configuration and erase memory are only possible after
entering the password.

• Reading out data protected: If this field and a password are activated, the password is
requested when making the USB connection (Figure 38).

Figure 38: USB connection, unlock configuration or switching on/off

Creation and use of ready-made configurations

If similar configuration parameters are to be used on several devices, the MONILOG® SYCUR
software offers the option of creating and loading configuration files. A configuration file can be
created by clicking the “Save configuration file” button. A configuration file (file extension .cfg) is
created from all parameters that are currently displayed in the configuration window. The storage
location of the file can be freely selected.

To configure several devices with the created configuration file, this can be read in using the
“Load configuration file” button and sent to the device with the “Send configuration” button if
there is an active USB connection with the device. The configuration file read in remains active in
the software until the configuration file or the software is closed. Active means that the parameters
read in from the configuration file are always displayed in the configuration window, which is
indicated by the addition of the file name in the tab. The actual, current device configuration is
still listed in the status window (see section 4.3.1).

Figure 39: “Configuration” tab without (left) and with loaded (right) configuration file

Changes to the configuration file can be made and transferred to the device. Changes made are
only temporary and are reset to the original content of the configuration file after the settings have
been successfully transferred.

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4.3.10 Service information on the device

Via the menu item “Settings/device maintenance” you get additional information on the device,
which are required for support requests.

Figure 40: device maintenance

The time of the last device maintenance is displayed in “Device maintenance”. f the check mark is
set for “Automatic message?”, the MONILOG® SYCUR gives a message when the set maintenance
interval has been exceeded. The device maintenance settings are accepted with the “OK” button.

In order to achieve good and reproducible measuring accuracy, the device should be serviced
regularly.

4.3.11 Unlock the password

Via the menu item “Info/unlock password”, your standard email programme opens with a
prepared email. The email contains a device-specific key which is sent to the address
[email protected]. After validation of the device-specific key and verification of your
authorization by us, you will receive a time-limited reset password per email. The reset password
can be entered at any request to enter a password (e.g. when deleting a password) and resets all
passwords assigned in the device. New passwords can then be assigned as described in the
previous chapter.

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5. FIRMWARE UPDATE

5.1 PREPARATION

Through a firmware update, a MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 receives a better software if this
update file is provided by the manufacturer.

Prior to the firmware update the following points must be observed:

• The update mode can only be activated if all passwords have been deactivated for the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 and the device is switched off.

• Have ready the included mini USB cable and plug one end of the cable in a free USB port
of your computer for the preparation. Do not plug the USB cable into the
MONILOG® ShockDisplay curve 2 yet!

• Ensure that on your computer no MONILOG® PC programmes are executed.

Note:
Back up all measurement, diagnostics and configuration data of your device prior to the firmware
update to prevent a possible data loss. The memory is reset to default settings.

With the device switched off, press and hold MODE and SET at the same time until the
“BOOTLOADER” menu appears. Connect the USB cable to the device. The update mode is active
now. It remains active as long as the USB cable is connected. If the MODE or SET button is released
before the detection of the update mode, the device starts the normal operating mode or switches
off.

Proceed now with the instructions according to chapter 5.2 „CARRYING OUT UPDATE“.

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5.2 CARRYING OUT UPDATE

After you have started your MONILOG® device in the update mode, open the PC software. The PC
software should automatically detect the MONILOG®device which is in the update mode and open
a window to select an encrypted firmware file (“Encrypted Hex File”). After selecting, confirm the
warning with “Yes” and the update begins. The loading process must not be interrupted.

Figure 41: Firmware update warning

Figure 42: Firmware update

If the progress bar shows 100%, then the message of the successful completion of the update
appears.

Figure 43: Completion of the update process

The USB connection can be disconnected after the update process. If the update process fails, a
corresponding error message is displayed. The MONILOG® device switches itself off. Due to the
update interruption the device firmware could not be completely installed. In some circumstances,
the device is not switchable any more in the normal operating mode due to this. Please repeat the
update process according to the instructions of the entire chapter 5 „Firmware update“.

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6. WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

MONILOG ShockDisplay curve 2

Against submission of this warranty certificate we grant a 12-month warranty from the date of
delivery for the above instrument.
In case of deficiencies we first have the right of rectification, either rectification of the deficiency
or subsequent delivery. Should the rectification fail, and only then, we will take back the
instrument and reimburse the purchase price. Any further warranty claims shall be excluded.
This warranty covers all faults that impair the proper functioning of the instrument due to technical
defects of individual components or assemblies.
Batteries and rechargeable batteries as expendables are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty will only be granted if the instrument has been used properly for its intended
purpose.
Any attempts of the warrantee or third persons to repair the instruments or to intervene in any
other way exclude warranty claims.
Any mechanical damage which is the result of undue stress also excludes warranty claims.
We will immediately notify the warrantee of any repair work excluded from warranty coverage.
If the instrument is sent in together with the warranty certificate, this will be considered as a repair
order for the elimination of all damage.
The warrantee can exclude partial services.
In case of any malfunctions of the instrument, please state the serial no. You can find it on type
label or on the logs when evaluating your data.

Cicor Deutschland GmbH Telephone: +49 351 266 13 888

An der Prießnitzaue 22 E-Mail: [email protected]
01328 Dresden Support: [email protected]
GERMANY

Copyright

The software is protected under the amended copyright law. Copies (with the exception of
backup copies) may only be made after express permission by Cicor Deutschland GmbH.

Google and Google Earth are trademarks of the Google Company.

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