Troubleshooting Ethernet Connectivity Issues with LI-COR Gas Analyzers
Newer generations of LI-COR gas analyzers are Internet Protocol (IP) enabled devices that enable remote connectivity over wired or wireless networks. Below are some tips to troubleshoot Ethernet...
View ArticleHow to Interpret the Diagnostic Values from the LI-7500A and LI-7200 CO2/H2O...
The diagnostic values output by the LI-7500A and LI-7200 CO2/H2O gas analyzers indicate whether or not your instruments are working normally, and what might have gone wrong in case of a malfunction....
View ArticleAdjusting Timestamps for Daylight Savings Time (DST)
In flux data analysis it is common to compare the local site data with data from other sites that are in regional or global flux networks (eg. AmeriFlux, FluxNet, AsiaFlux). The issue of timestamp is...
View ArticleDiagnostic Settings for the LI-7500/7500A/7200/7700 in EddyPro Software
Diagnostics are used to indicate whether your instrument is operating correctly. The LI-7500 and LI-7500A Open Path CO2/H2O Analyzers output integers between 0 and 255 that correspond to as many as 5...
View Article‘Socializing’ Your LI-7550
With the advent of small, low cost development boards using open-source platforms, many tasks that once were capable only of being automated with a personal computer or an expensive datalogger can be...
View ArticleControl Over Drought
Water is one of the most precious natural resources—and one that we often take for granted. But droughts are common and they’ve proven time and time again that we don’t know enough about the water...
View ArticleWiring an RM Young Sonic Anemometer to a LI-COR EC System
The RM Young 81000 sonic anemometer is one of the many sonic anemometers that can be used with a LI-COR EC system. Since the RM Young provides a junction box, wiring it to the LI-7550 is straight...
View ArticleUpdating Positional Tags for Biomet Data
Version 8.0.0 of the LI-7500RS/LI-7500A/LI-7200RS/LI-7200 gas analyzer embedded software implemented a new identifier for Biomet data. The identifier is a set of three digits that indicates the...
View ArticleHow to Routinely Check an Eddy Covariance System to Ensure Normal Operation
Most eddy covariance (EC) systems are deployed in remote areas and exposed to harsh environmental conditions. During years-to-decades of continuous operation, potential issues related to contamination,...
View ArticleUsing a Cradlepoint Modem with LI-COR Eddy Covariance Systems
LI-COR Eddy Covariance systems can be used with a variety of modems and M2M devices for remote communication. LI-COR provides Sierra Wireless modems for remote communication. However, there are a...
View ArticleR3 and HS Sonic Anemometer Configuration
The Gill R3 and HS series of anemometers can be connected to the LI-7550 to collect data on a USB drive. This can facilitate remote data monitoring and collection through the available Ethernet...
View ArticleChanging Seasons With Your Eddy Covariance System: Tips and Tricks
It is good practice to give your instrumentation routine maintenance as the seasons change. Below is a list of tips to help keep your Eddy Covariance System running in top shape. Gas Analyzers:...
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