LoggerNet Datalogger Support Software
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Overview

LoggerNet is our main data logger support software package. It supports programming, communication, and data retrieval between data loggers and a PC.

LoggerNet consists of a server application and several client applications integrated into a single product. It can support connection to a single data logger, but it is especially adept in applications that require telecommunications or scheduled data retrieval used in large data logger networks.

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A copy of the current software license agreement (end-user license agreement) for LoggerNet is available in the LoggerNet Instruction Manual.

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Benefits and Features

  • Creates custom data logger programs using Edlog or CRBasic
  • Displays or graphs real-time or historic data
  • Builds custom display screens to view data or control flags/ports
  • Retrieves data using any of our telecommunication options
  • Processes data files using Split
  • Saves data in formats (including CSV and XML) that can be imported into third-party analysis packages

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Detailed Description

The standard LoggerNet software package is recommended for those who have data logger networks that do not require the more advanced features offered in LoggerNet Admin. It includes the LoggerNet server and client applications. The LoggerNet server stores the data in a cache and writes data to a variety of formats, including ASCII, binary, and XML.

The LoggerNet server and client applications enable you to do the following:

  • Configure the server to communicate with multiple data loggers via a variety of communications hardware
  • Create custom data logger programs using Short Cut, Edlog, or the CRBasic Editor
  • Connect to a data logger to check or set the clock, send programs, or perform other administrative functions
  • Collect data on demand or schedule
  • Monitor and troubleshoot the network
  • Display real-time data in a numeric display or graph
  • View and graph data files
  • Create graphical data displays that update when data is collected and allow you to control flags, ports, and variables
  • Create automated tasks
  • Process data files using Split
  • Save data in formats (including CSV and XML) that can be imported into third-party analysis packages.

The client applications included in the standard LoggerNet software package are the following:

  • Setup
  • Connect
  • Status Monitor
  • Task Master
  • Short Cut
  • CRBasic Editor
  • Edlog
  • Transformer
  • RTMC Development
  • RTMC Run-Time
  • View Pro
  • Split
  • CardConvert
  • Troubleshooter
  • Network Planner
  • PakBus Graph
  • LogTool
  • Device Configuration Utility
  • CoraScript
Version History
  • LoggerNet 4.x series replaced LoggerNet 3.x series on August 28, 2009.
  • LoggerNet 3.x series replaced LoggerNet 2.x series on 24 November, 2004.
  • LoggerNet 2.x series replaced PC208W on January 1, 2003.

Compatibility

Note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible or incompatible products.

Data Loggers

Product Compatible Note
21X (retired) The 21X requires three PROMs; two PROM 21X Microloggers are not compatible.
CR10X (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.
CR23X (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.
CR510 (retired) LoggerNet is compatible with the mixed array, PakBus®, and TD operating systems.

Communication Devices

Product Compatible Note
KonectPBRouter

Software

Product Compatible Note
KonectGDS

Additional Compatibility Information

Data Logger Considerations

LoggerNet supports Campbell Scientific data loggers.

Communications

LoggerNet runs on a PC, using serial ports, telephony drivers, and Ethernet hardware to communicate with data loggers via phone modems, RF devices, and other peripherals.

Software

The development tool of RTMC Pro 1.x and 2.x is not compatible with the RTMC run-time and the standard RTMC development tool in LoggerNet 4. An upgrade for RTMC Pro must be purchased separately.

Computer

LoggerNet is a collection of 32-bit programs designed to run on Intel-based computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems. LoggerNet runs on Windows 10 and Windows 11. LoggerNet runs on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of these operating systems.

Other Products

LoggerNet supports most commercially available sensors, SDM devices, multiplexers, relays, vibrating-wire interfaces, ET107, CompactFlash cards, microSD cards, and PC cards.

Specifications

Operating System Windows 11 or 10 (Both 32- and 64-bit operating systems are supported.)
Requirement .NET 4.6.2
Purchased Separately Yes
Software Level Intermediate to advanced
Communications Supported Direct connect, Ethernet, short-haul, phone modems (land-line, cellular, voice synthesized), RF transceivers (UHF, VHF, and spread spectrum), multidrop modems

Combinations of communication devices supported.
Scheduled Data Collection Supported Yes
Data Display Supported Numeric, graphical, Boolean data objects

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Certifications
  • LoggerNet 4.x is certified as Cert #201416752.
  • LoggerNet 4.x is certified as an upgrade to 4.0 and has ASC CoN ID 12274.

Downloads

LoggerNet Patch v.4.10 (437 MB) 07-07-2025

This patch will upgrade LoggerNet, LoggerNet Remote or LoggerNet Admin version 4.0 and newer to 4.10. A version of LoggerNet 4.x must be installed on the computer. 

Note: This patch includes RTMC Run-time and the RTMC Standard Development v5.0.1. If you are using RTMC Pro 4.3.3 or older or CSI Web Server 1.6 or older and plan to continue creating RTMC projects, we recommend that you opt out on updating RTMC during the install or upgrade to RTMC Pro v5.0.1.

LoggerNet Admin and Remote:

A change was made in the way the LoggerNet 4.6 Server performs "Custom Data Collection". A corresponding change was made in the Connect Screen 4.6 client "Custom Data Collection" functionality.

If you require "Custom Data Collection" functionality with the Connect Screen client, assure that the LoggerNet Servers and Connect Screen clients are 4.6 or higher.

This application requires the Microsoft .Net 4.6.2 Framework.  If it is not already installed on your computer,  it can be obtained from the Microsoft Download Center.

Supported Operating Systems: (32 and 64 bit) Windows 11 or 10.

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What's new in LoggerNet 4 Tutorial (exe format) v.- (12.9 MB) 09-14-2009

LoggerNet 4.0 was released in August of 2009. This tutorial demonstrates some of the new features and enhancements. Two new applications, View Pro and the Network Planner, are introduced.

LoggerNet Trial v.4.10 (422 MB) 07-07-2025

This is a fully functional 30 day trial of the standard version of LoggerNet. This is a trial only and can not be activated as a full version with a license key. (Network setup and data is preserved from the trial when installing the full version.)

Current LoggerNet users: It is recommended that you install the trial on a computer other than the one running your existing LoggerNet. If that is not practical, we strongly recommend you back up the LoggerNet working directory to prevent backward compatibility issues if you revert to a previous version. To revert you must re-install LoggerNet using the original disk and software key.

Note: This application requires the Microsoft .Net 4.6.2 Framework.  If it is not already installed on your computer,  it can be obtained from the Microsoft Download Center.

Supported Operating Systems: (32 and 64 bit) Windows 11 or 10.

Frequently Asked Questions

Number of FAQs related to LoggerNet: 132

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  1. Can backups from older versions of LoggerNet work on newer versions?

    Typically, a backup from an older version of LoggerNet will work on a newer version, but there will be issues trying to go from a newer version back to an older version.

  2. After installing an upgrade to the current version of LoggerNet, why does the Toolbar no longer show all the buttons?

    There is a difference between the Toolbar initialization files used in earlier 3.x versions of the software and more recent versions.

    To resolve this, close LoggerNet. Go to C:\Campbellsci\LoggerNet\sys\inifiles and delete the Toolbar.ini file. When LoggerNet is reopened, the Toolbar should display the default buttons.

  3. How can a data logger be switched out (for example, from a CR800 to a CR1000) in LoggerNet?

    Follow these steps:

    1. In the Setup screen, record the pertinent data from the Schedule and Data Files tabs. 
    2. Delete the listed data logger.
    3. Add the new data logger. 
    4. Adjust the settings on the Schedule and Data Files tabs to match what was being done previously.
      • If the settings are complicated, review the Help menu from the Setup screen to learn more about the option in LoggerNet 4.2 to Copy Device Settings in the Tools menu.
  4. How long does it take to install LoggerNet?

    The LoggerNet application is distributed on CD media and can be installed in minutes.

  5. What is the station name?

    There are two station names associated with a data logger. One name is the Station Name used in the LoggerNet network map. The other name is the Station Name field in the data logger Status table. Almost all data file formats work in LoggerNet include a station name in the header of the data file. By default, the network map station name is used. However, a checkbox in the LoggerNet Setup window, Data Files tab, allows choosing the data logger Status table station name instead.

  6. How does LoggerNet handle data collection when the data logger stores data to a CompactFlash card?

    LoggerNet collects data from the data logger first. If there is additional data on a CompactFlash card, LoggerNet collects that also. Nothing special needs to be set up in LoggerNet to have this occur.

  7. How can data during a certain duration be erased without erasing the configuration and the program?

    There is no mechanism to selectively erase data from the data logger for a given date range. However, the data tables in the data logger can be reset, which effectively erases the data.

    Note: Following these steps will cause the loss of all data:

    1. In the LoggerNet Connect screen, click the Station Status button.
    2. When the dialog box opens, select the Table Fill Times tab, which shows the data tables in the data logger and their sizes.
    3. Either select individual tables, or select the Select All checkbox.
    4. Click the Reset Tables button. This will erase all data in the tables.
  8. Can LoggerNet be configured so that each data collection is saved in a new file rather than being appended to an existing file?

    Yes. Follow these steps:

    1. In the LoggerNet Setup screen, click the icon for the data logger.
    2. Choose the Data Files tab.
    3. Deselect the Use Default File Name checkbox.
    4. In the menu for the File Output Option field, choose Create Unique File Name.
  9. If two licenses of LoggerNet are owned, why would having one Windows user in LoggerNet prevent another user from accessing the application?

    The LoggerNet Toolbar uses the TCP/IP protocol to communicate with the LoggerNet server. If two instances of LoggerNet are being run on the same computer, there would be a TCP/IP port conflict because they are both trying to use the same port.

  10. Is there a document that fully explains the various commands used in data logger programs, such as parameters, parameter ranges, and default values?

    No, but the Help in the Edlog and CRBasic editors is complete with all of this information. The CRBasic Editor Help also includes extensive examples.

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