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ZL6 Pro Data Logger
ZL6 Pro
Effortless Data Logger
If time is a luxury you don’t have, and labor is at a premium, you’ll love the new world-class ZL6 Pro—a powerful, all-inclusive solution that’s effortless to set up, automatically cloud-connected, hassle-free, ultra-robust, and comes with tons of extras.
Everything included, and more
The ZL6 Pro data logger is an all-in-one package for people who want state-of-the-art, cloud-based data delivery without spending much time and effort on it. It puts data collection and management on auto-pilot, so you can focus on what you love. How? We’ve added things like automated 15-minute real-time data uploads, automatic cloud backup, free install kit, 3 years of free yearly tune-ups, an increased 3-year warranty, and ZENTRA Cloud for 3 years. Plus, the ZL6 Pro data logger is simple to install, uber-robust, and comes with Bluetooth® configuration, GPS, firmware-over-the-air updates, and integrated metadata, all which automate, simplify, and speed up the process of data collection, management, and sharing.
Automate your life
The ZL6 Pro data logger uses ZENTRACloud to automatically deliver near-real-time data wherever and whenever you need it, every 15 minutes (more often than the ZL6). Accessing data on ZENTRA Cloud speeds up your analysis by enabling you to correlate event factors, see important trends, or discover problems almost instantly, from the comfort of your own desk. This means your grad students can spend less time downloading data in the field, and more time generating research papers.
Plus, data are incredibly easy to distribute and share. Simply enter an email, and send an invitation. Your collaborators can instantly see what you see. The ZL6 Pro and ZENTRA Cloud allow you and others to review data the way you want, whether it’s in map format, short graphs, a list, or downloading to data-analysis packages. Not only that, the ZL6 Pro package comes with a free 3 year subscription, so you don’t have to worry about renewals. And cloud data backup is now automatic so you don’t ever have to think about it.
METER is trusted by
You need to focus on data. Not distractions. Together, the ZL6 Pro and ZENTRA Cloud make it easy to connect all the critical tools you need to understand the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum, so you can analyze your data faster, and at a much deeper level.
Get connected
The ZL6 Pro connects up to six different types of multi-parameter METER sensors, so you can potentially monitor a host of different parameters, such as weather, soil moisture, and soil water potential, all at the same time, giving you deeper insight into what’s going on at your site. We’ve also integrated barometric pressure to eliminate the need to install extra sensors. And because everything is plug and play, you don’t have to be an expert at wiring or programming.
Peerless design—world-class reliability
We engineered the ZL6 data logger to be extremely robust and low maintenance, so you can almost forget about your data logger completely. The ZL6’s integrated solar charging panel means there’s hardly any power maintenance required. An IP56-rated enclosure designed for shedding rain makes sure water doesn’t get in. More secure cable handling ensures sensor cables don’t get yanked out. A hidden antenna limits breakage. And we’ve added fully round clasps and hinges that won’t break. Plus, free yearly tune-ups for 3 years and an increased 3-year warranty mean you no longer have to worry about upkeep.
| Feature | ZL6 Basic | ZL6 | ZL6 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-Range Telemetry Hardware for Automatic Uploads to ZENTRA Cloud | — | 3G or 4G Cellular | 3G or 4G Cellular |
| Hourly Data Uploads | — | Included | Included |
| Real-Time Data Uploads (15 min) | — | Sold separately | Included |
| GPS for Position and Timekeeping | — | Included | Included |
| Battery Technology | Alkaline | NiMH or alkaline | NiMH or alkaline |
| Battery Charging | — | Integrated solar panel | Integrated solar panel |
| Measurement Interval | 60 min | 5 min to 12 hours | 5 min to 12 hours |
| Flash Data Storage | 2 MB | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Reference Barometer | Sold separately | Included | Included |
| Sensor Cable Strain Relief | Sold separately | Included | Included |
| ZENTRA Cloud Subscription | Sold separately | Sold separately | 3 years |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | 3 years |
| Included with Logger | 6 alkaline batteries, Micro-USB communications cable, UV-stable plastic zip ties | 6 NiMH rechargeable batteries, Micro-USB communications cable, UV-stable plastic zip ties, ZENTRA Cloud subscription sticker (inside logger) | 6 NiMH rechargeable batteries, Micro-USB communications cable, ZENTRA Cloud subscription sticker (inside logger), Spare parts kit (including extra strain relief hooks and extra rubber gasket) |
Feature summary
Ultra-rugged and durable construction
Configure via Bluetooth with the ZENTRA Utility app for iOS and Android
Plug and play with METER sensors
Six sensor ports
Automated 15-minute real-time data uploads (user-activated during setup or remotely)
Automatic cloud data backup
Free install kit (USB cable, 6 rechargeable batteries, QS Manual, zip ties, spare strain relief, spare door seal)
3 years of free yearly tune-ups
Free ZENTRA Cloud for 3+ years. Enables near real-time data viewing anywhere with an internet connection (data can also be downloaded via USB)
Increased 3-year warranty
Integrated GPS and barometric pressure measurement
Simple setup
Firmware-over-the-air updates
Built-in solar panel for extended deployments
Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries
Stores 40,000 to 80,000+ records, depending on sensor configuration
Best for viewing data on the go
See signal strength and connection quality in real time: test connectivity at your site BEFORE installation
Transmitted data is backed up in the data logger memory to give you extra data protection
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