M211060EN-J

User Guide
Vaisala Humidity and Temperature Probes
HMP60 and HMP110 Series
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Table of contents

1. About this document.....................................................................................7

1.1 Version information.......................................................................................... 7
1.2 Related manuals................................................................................................8
1.3 Documentation conventions........................................................................... 8
1.4 Trademarks........................................................................................................ 9

2. Product overview.......................................................................................... 10
2.1 Introduction to HMP60 and HMP110 series..................................................10
2.2 Basic features and options............................................................................. 12
2.2.1 Output options......................................................................................... 12
2.2.2 Filter options.............................................................................................13
2.3 Installation accessories (optional)................................................................ 14
2.3.1 Probe mounting clamp............................................................................14
2.3.2 Probe mounting flange............................................................................16
2.3.3 Plastic locking bushing for HMP63 and HMP113................................... 17
2.3.4 Duct installation kit for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T...................... 18
2.3.5 Loop power converter............................................................................. 19
2.3.6 Cables........................................................................................................ 19
2.4 Safety...............................................................................................................20
2.4.1 ESD protection........................................................................................ 20
2.5 Regulatory compliance................................................................................... 21

3. Installation....................................................................................................... 22
3.1 Mounting HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T probes.......................................22
3.1.1 Probe assembly with duct installation kit............................................ 22
3.1.2 Drilling instructions for duct installation kit.........................................23
3.2 Mounting HMP63 and HMP113 probes..........................................................23
3.3 Wiring.............................................................................................................. 24
3.3.1 Wiring multiple digital devices.............................................................. 25
3.3.2 Wiring with the loop power converter................................................. 26
3.3.3 Power supply requirements................................................................... 27

4. Modbus communication ........................................................................... 29

4.1 Using multiple devices over RS-485............................................................ 29

5. Vaisala Insight software.............................................................................. 31

5.1 Connecting to Insight software..................................................................... 31

6. Serial line communication.........................................................................33

6.1 Connecting to serial interface....................................................................... 33
6.2 Installing the driver for the USB cable.........................................................34
6.3 Terminal application settings for digital probes......................................... 35
6.4 Accessing serial line command interface from analog or
Modbus mode................................................................................................. 36
6.5 List of serial commands................................................................................. 37

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6.6 Device information and status...................................................................... 38

6.6.1 View device information.........................................................................38
6.6.2 View calibration information................................................................. 39
6.6.3 Enter calibration information................................................................ 40
6.6.4 View order code......................................................................................40
6.6.5 View serial number.................................................................................40
6.6.6 View software version............................................................................40
6.7 Serial line output commands......................................................................... 41
6.7.1 Start measurement output..................................................................... 41
6.7.2 Stop measurement output......................................................................41
6.7.3 Output the measurement message once..............................................41
6.8 Configuring serial line operation.................................................................. 42
6.8.1 Set serial line settings.............................................................................42
6.8.2 Set serial interface mode....................................................................... 42
6.8.3 Set output interval.................................................................................. 44
6.8.4 Set measurement filtering..................................................................... 44
6.8.5 Set probe address................................................................................... 45
6.8.6 Set serial interface delay........................................................................ 45
6.8.7 Set measurement units.......................................................................... 45
6.9 Calibration commands...................................................................................46
6.9.1 Calibrate humidity measurement......................................................... 46
6.9.2 Clear adjustment of RH measurement................................................. 47
6.9.3 Calibrate temperature measurement....................................................47
6.9.4 Clear adjustment of T measurement.................................................... 48
6.9.5 View user adjustment parameters........................................................ 48
6.10 Other commands............................................................................................48
6.10.1 Set analog output mode........................................................................ 48
6.10.2 Set analog output parameters and scaling..........................................49
6.10.3 Set analog output error indication level.............................................. 50
6.10.4 Extend analog output range................................................................... 51
6.10.5 Extend maximum RH reading.................................................................51
6.10.6 Display command list..............................................................................52
6.10.7 Display the currently active errors........................................................ 52
6.10.8 Connect to the probe in POLL mode.................................................... 53
6.10.9 Close the connection in POLL mode.................................................... 54
6.10.10 Reset the probe.......................................................................................54
6.10.11 Restore factory settings......................................................................... 54

7. Maintenance....................................................................................................55
7.1 Periodic maintenance.................................................................................... 55
7.1.1 Cleaning....................................................................................................55
7.1.2 Replacing filter.........................................................................................55
7.2 Calibration procedure.................................................................................... 55
7.3 Adjustment procedure using serial line (HMP110 and HMP113)................ 56
7.3.1 1-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and HMP113)........ 57
7.3.2 2-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and HMP113).......58
7.3.3 1-point adjustment of T measurement (HMP110, HMP113,
and HMP110T)..........................................................................................60

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7.4 Adjustment procedure using MI70 indicator (HMP110 and HMP113).........61

7.4.1 1-point adjustment of RH measurement using MI70
indicator (HMP110 and HMP113)..............................................................61
7.4.2 1-point adjustment of temperature measurement using
MI70 indicator (HMP110 and HMP113)................................................... 62
7.5 Repair maintenance....................................................................................... 63
7.5.1 Changing the INTERCAPâ sensor (HMP60 and HMP63).................. 63
7.5.2 Changing the HUMICAPâ 180R/180V sensor (HMP110
and HMP113).............................................................................................64

8. Troubleshooting............................................................................................66
8.1 Analog output error notification.................................................................. 66
8.2 Solving typical problems...............................................................................66
8.3 Error messages in Insight software.............................................................. 67
8.4 Error codes in MI70 Handheld Meter........................................................... 68
8.5 Unknown serial settings................................................................................ 69

9. Technical data................................................................................................ 70
9.1 HMP60 specifications.................................................................................... 70
9.2 HMP63 specifications..................................................................................... 72
9.3 HMP110 specifications.................................................................................... 75
9.4 HMP113 specifications.....................................................................................78
9.5 Probe dimensions............................................................................................ 81
9.5.1 HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T dimensions.......................................... 81
9.5.2 HMP63 and HMP113 dimensions............................................................ 82
9.6 Spare parts and accessories..........................................................................83

Appendix A: Modbus reference.................................................................. 85

A.1 Communication settings................................................................................85
A.2 Function codes............................................................................................... 85
A.3 Data encoding.................................................................................................86
A.3.1 32-bit floating point or 32-bit integer format..................................... 86
A.3.2 16-bit integer format...............................................................................86
A.4 Modbus registers............................................................................................ 87
A.4.1 Measurement data registers.................................................................. 87
A.4.2 Configuration registers...........................................................................88
A.4.3 Status registers........................................................................................89
A.4.4 Test value registers................................................................................. 90
A.5 Device identification objects..........................................................................91
A.6 Modbus communication examples...............................................................92

Maintenance and calibration services........................................................ 95

Warranty............................................................................................................ 95

Technical support............................................................................................ 95

Recycling........................................................................................................... 95

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List of figures

Figure 1 HMP60 and HMP110 series probes............................................................... 11

Figure 2 Filters for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T..................................................13
Figure 3 Filters for HMP63 and HMP113...................................................................... 14
Figure 4 Probe mounting clamp in use...................................................................... 14
Figure 5 Probe mounting flange.................................................................................. 16
Figure 6 HMP113 with plastic locking bushing.......................................................... 17
Figure 7 Probe installation with the duct installation kit.......................................18
Figure 8 Loop power converter.................................................................................... 19
Figure 9 Cable with threaded connector................................................................... 19
Figure 10 USB cable for PC connection.......................................................................20
Figure 11 Assembly of the probe with duct installation kit................................... 22
Figure 12 Drilling instructions ........................................................................................23
Figure 13 M8 4-pin male connector..............................................................................24
Figure 14 Wiring multiple devices using local power supply................................ 26
Figure 15 Wiring multiple devices using common power supply........................ 26
Figure 16 Wiring with the loop power converter module.......................................27
Figure 17 Connecting probe to Insight......................................................................... 31
Figure 18 PuTTY terminal application..........................................................................36
Figure 19 HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T dimensions in mm [in]......................... 81
Figure 20 Installation with plastic M12 nuts................................................................ 82
Figure 21 HMP63 and HMP113 dimensions in mm [in].............................................82
Figure 22 HMP63 and HMP113 with plastic locking bushing.................................. 82

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 List of tables

List of tables

Table 1 Document versions (English)...........................................................................7

Table 2 Related manuals.................................................................................................. 8
Table 3 Parameters measured by HMP60 and HMP110 series............................. 10
Table 4 HMP60 and HMP110 series output options.................................................13
Table 5 Grounding methods......................................................................................... 24
Table 6 Operating voltage ranges............................................................................... 27
Table 7 Default Modbus communication settings.................................................. 29
Table 8 Serial line configuration commands for Modbus RTU......................... 0
Table 9 Default serial communication settings....................................................... 33
Table 10 List of serial commands (software version 2.4.0)....................................37
Table 11 Additional commands for probes with RS-485 output..........................38
Table 12 Serial interface modes.....................................................................................43
Table 13 Error messages on ERRS command............................................................ 53
Table 14 Troubleshooting table..................................................................................... 66
Table 15 Error messages in Insight software..............................................................67
Table 16 Error codes in MI70.......................................................................................... 68
Table 17 HMP60 measurement performance............................................................ 70
Table 18 HMP60 calculated parameters.......................................................................71
Table 19 HMP60 operating environment..................................................................... 71
Table 20 HMP60 inputs and outputs............................................................................. 71
Table 21 HMP60 mechanical specifications................................................................72
Table 22 HMP63 measurement performance.............................................................72
Table 23 HMP63 calculated parameters...................................................................... 73
Table 24 HMP63 operating environment..................................................................... 74
Table 25 HMP63 inputs and outputs.............................................................................74
Table 26 HMP63 mechanical specifications................................................................ 75
Table 27 HMP110 measurement performance............................................................ 75
Table 28 HMP110 calculated parameters......................................................................76
Table 29 HMP110 operating environment.................................................................... 77
Table 30 HMP110 inputs and outputs............................................................................ 77
Table 31 HMP110 mechanical specifications............................................................... 78
Table 32 HMP113 measurement performance............................................................ 78
Table 33 HMP113 calculated parameters......................................................................79
Table 34 HMP113 operating environment.................................................................... 80
Table 35 HMP113 inputs and outputs............................................................................80
Table 36 HMP113 mechanical specifications................................................................ 81
Table 37 HMP60, HMP63, HMP110, and HMP113 spare parts and accessories... 83
Table 38 Modbus communication settings................................................................. 85
Table 39 Supported Modbus function codes............................................................. 85
Table 40 Interpretation of 16-bit signed integer values...........................................87
Table 41 Modbus measurement data registers (read-only)...................................87
Table 42 Modbus configuration data registers (writable)...................................... 88

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Table 43 Modbus status data registers (read-only)................................................. 89

Table 44 Error codes on Modbus interface.................................................................90
Table 45 Modbus test registers (read-only)...............................................................90
Table 46 Device identification objects.......................................................................... 91

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1. About this document

1.1 Version information
This document provides information for installing, operating, and maintaining Vaisala Humidity
and Temperature Probes HMP60 and HMP110 Series devices.

Table 1 Document versions (English)

Document code Date Description

M211060EN-J October 2020 This document.

New content in this version:
• Information on new supported calculated parameters: wet
bulb temperature, absolute humidity, mixing ratio, and
enthalpy
• Vaisala Insight software (page 31)
• Error messages in Insight software (page 67)
• Error codes in MI70 Handheld Meter (page 68)
Updated content:
• Filter options (page 13)
• Calibration procedure (page 55)
• Technical data chapters
• Modbus reference (page 85)
Document format and layout update, quality improvements,
and content reorganization.
M211060EN-H August 2017 Previous version.
• Removed the separate HMP110D digital output model: digital
output is now a selectable option when ordering the HMP110
model (either analog or digital only HMP110 selected when
ordering).
• Added information on HUMICAP® 180V sensor option.
• Added instructions on wiring multiple devices to the RS-485
interface and updated Modbus specification with information
on maximum number of connected probes.
• Replaced plastic grid spare part DRW236214SP with
DRW240185SP and membrane filter spare part 230727SP
with ASM210856SP.
• Added new porous sintered PTFE filter DRW244938SP to
spare parts.
• Updated relative humidity accuracy specifications updated.

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Document code Date Description

M211060EN-G January 2016 • Added Modbus protocol.

• Updated instructions for switching the probe to serial mode
from analog or Modbus mode.
• Updated relative humidity factory calibration uncertainty
specification.
• Added information about using HMP110 with an MI70
indicator when in analog mode.
• Added instructions for entering calibration information with
the CDATE and CTEXT commands.

1.2 Related manuals
Table 2 Related manuals

Document code Name

M211059EN Vaisala Humidity and Temperature Probes HMP60 and HMP110 Series Multilingual
Quick Guide
M210297EN Vaisala Handheld Humidity and Temperature Meter HM70 User Guide
M211080EN Vaisala Mounting Flange for Humidity Probes Quick Reference Guide
M211106EN Vaisala Loop Power Converter Quick Reference Guide

1.3 Documentation conventions
WARNING! Warning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read and
follow instructions carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even death.

CAUTION! Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read and
follow instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged or
important data could be lost.

Note highlights important information on using the product.

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Tip gives information for using the product more efficiently.

Lists tools needed to perform the task.

Indicates that you need to take some notes during the task.

1.4 Trademarks
Vaisala INTERCAPâ and Vaisala HUMICAPâ are registered trademarks of Vaisala Oyj.
Modbusâ is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.
Windowsâ is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and other countries.
All other product or company names that may be mentioned in this publication are trade
names, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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2. Product overview

2.1 Introduction to HMP60 and HMP110 series

Vaisala Humidity and Temperature Probes HMP60 and HMP110 Series are simple and cost-
effective humidity transmitters suitable for various volume applications:
• Integration into other manufacturers' equipment
• Incubators
• Glove boxes
• Greenhouses
• Fermentation chambers
• Data loggers
• Handheld meters
HMP60 series probes use the interchangeable Vaisala INTERCAPâ sensor. No recalibration is
required after sensor replacement.
HMP110 series probes use the Vaisala HUMICAPâ 180R sensor for increased accuracy. For
applications where H2O2 (for example, vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP)) is present,
HMP110 series probes can also be ordered with the HUMICAPâ 180V catalytic sensor. HMP110
series probes require calibration after sensor replacement. This can be done with Vaisala
Insight PC software or on the serial line using the optional Vaisala USB cable.

Table 3 Parameters measured by HMP60 and HMP110 series

Parameter Abbreviation Metric unit Non-metric unit

Measured parameters
Relative humidity RH %RH %RH
Temperature T °C °F
Calculated parameters

Dew point/frost point temperature 1) Td/f °C °F

Wet bulb temperature Tw °C °F

Absolute humidity a g/m3 gr/ft3

Mixing ratio x g/kg gr/lb
Enthalpy h kJ/kg Btu/lb

1) When the dew point is below 0 °C, the probe outputs frost point for Td.

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1 2 3 4 5 6

Figure 1 HMP60 and HMP110 series probes

1 HMP60 IP65 rated stainless steel probe with INTERCAPâ sensor. Rugged probe for
demanding applications. Two analog output channels.
2 HMP110 IP65 rated stainless steel probe with HUMICAPâ 180R sensor. Rugged
probe with higher accuracy for demanding applications. Analog and digital
output options (selected in order configuration). Note that when HMP110 is
ordered as a digital probe, analog output channels are not available.
3 HMP110T IP65 rated stainless steel probe with temperature sensor only. Has the same
temperature measurement performance as HMP110. One analog output
channel.
4 HMP110REF IP65 rated stainless steel probe. Does not measure; instead, outputs
constant humidity and temperature readings on serial line. Useful for
validating installations of HMT120 and HMT130 transmitters, for example.
Digital output only.
5 HMP63 IP54 rated probe with PC/ABS plastic housing and INTERCAPâ sensor.
Lightweight probe with faster thermal response time. Not for permanent
outdoor use. Two analog output channels.
6 HMP113 IP54 rated probe with PC/ABS plastic housing and HUMICAPâ 180R sensor.
Lightweight probe with higher accuracy and faster thermal response time.
Not for permanent outdoor use. Two analog output channels.
Used with the Vaisala HM40 handheld meter (requires special software
configuration).

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2.2 Basic features and options

• Analog and digital output options:
• HMP60, HMP63, HMP110, and HMP113 analog output mode: 2 analog output channels,
selectable from 0 ... 1 V / 0 ... 2.5 V / 0 ... 5 V / 1 ... 5 V
• HMP110 digital output option (Modbus, RS-485, or VDIGI, selected when ordering):
for permanent digital output installations, no analog output
• HMP110T analog output mode: single analog output channel (CH1), selectable from
0 ... 1 V / 0 ... 2.5 V / 0 ... 5 V / 1 ... 5 V
• RS-485 interface available for all models (Modbus RTU and temporary service access
with Vaisala Industrial Protocol serial line communication)
• Small size
• Low power consumption
• IP65 stainless steel body on HMP60 and HMP110 models
• IP54 lightweight plastic body on HMP63 and HMP113 models
• Options and accessories:
• Several filter options
• Probe mounting clamp
• Probe mounting flange
• Duct installation kit for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T
• 1-channel loop power converter 4 ... 20 mA (separate module, compatible with
humidity accuracy only)
• Shielded 0.3-m and 3.0-m (1-ft and 9.8-ft) connection cables with threaded connector
for probe connection, open end wires on the other end
• Plastic M12 installation nuts for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T
• Plastic locking bushing for HMP63 and HMP113 (for use with Vaisala products, for
example the HM40 handheld meter)

2.2.1 Output options
All HMP60 series probes and HMP110 series probes, with the exception of the HMP110REF
reference probe, can be ordered with analog output channels. Probes that use analog output
can also use the RS-485 interface for temporary service access (Vaisala Industrial Protocol
serial line commands) and Modbus RTU communication.
For installations where permanent digital output is required, the HMP110 model can be ordered
as a digital-only probe (select either Modbus, RS-485 or Interface for Vaisala devices (VDIGI)
as the output when ordering).

When you order HMP110 as a digital probe, analog output channels are not
available.

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Table 4 HMP60 and HMP110 series output options

HMP60 HMP63 HMP110 HMP110 HMP110T HMP113 HMP110REF

Analog Digital

Analog output 2 2 2 None 1 2 None

channels
Voltage output Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No
(0 ... 1/2.5/5 VDC,
1 ... 5 VDC)
Current output Yes 1) Yes 1) Yes 1) No Yes 1) Yes 1) No

RS-485 digital No 2) No 2) No 2) Yes No 2) No 2) Yes

output
Modbus RTU Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

1) 4 … 20 mA with separate loop power converter, compatible with humidity accuracy only.
2) Temporary service access with serial line only.

2.2.2 Filter options

1 2 3 4 5

Figure 2 Filters for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T

1 Plastic grid filter (fastest response time)

2 Membrane filter, pore size 0.2 µm
3 Stainless steel sintered filter, pore size 38 µm
4 PTFE membrane filter with stainless steel grid, pore size 0.2 µm
5 PTFE sintered filter, pore size 20 µm

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6 7 8 9

Figure 3 Filters for HMP63 and HMP113

6 Plastic membrane filter, pore size 0.2 µm

7 Plastic grid filter for (portable use only, fastest response time)
8 Porous PTFE filter, pore size 8 µm
9 Stainless steel sintered filter, pore size 38 µm

All filters are 12 mm in diameter.

2.3 Installation accessories (optional)

For item codes, see Spare parts and accessories (page 83).

2.3.1 Probe mounting clamp

The optional mounting clamp makes it easy to install the probe on the wall of the
measurement environment. The probe can be detached for calibration simply by loosening the
lower screw.

Figure 4 Probe mounting clamp in use

The probe mounting clamp is delivered in 2 parts that must be connected when it is used:

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1. Align the slots on the clamp parts.

2. Slide the lower clamp part over to the bottom end of the upper part.

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3. Place the clamp to the intended location and secure the upper clamp part with a screw.

4. Place the probe in the clamp.

5. Tighten the lower clamp part with a screw.

2.3.2 Probe mounting flange

The probe mounting flange is a silicone flange that you can use to hold the probe in a through-
wall installation. The flange is a general purpose mounting accessory for Ø 12 mm probes, and
comes with a sealing plug for coaxial cables that is not needed when you use the flange with
HMP60 and HMP110 series probes. For more information, see Mounting Flange for Humidity
Probes Quick Reference Guide (M211080EN).

Figure 5 Probe mounting flange

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2.3.3 Plastic locking bushing for HMP63 and HMP113

You can connect HMP63 and HMP113 to compatible Vaisala instruments using a plastic locking
bushing that is placed over the probe. The bushing has a M15×1 thread. It is compatible with
HMT120 and HMT130 transmitters, and HM40 handheld meter.

Figure 6 HMP113 with plastic locking bushing

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2.3.4 Duct installation kit for HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T

The duct installation kit includes a plastic pipe with a flange (Vaisala item code 215619). To
install the probe with the duct installation kit, drill a hole to the duct wall, assemble the probe
to the duct installation kit, slide the probe head through the hole, and attach the flange to the
duct wall with 4 screws.

Ø 24 [0.94]

mm
[in]

Figure 7 Probe installation with the duct installation kit

1 Tension screw
2 Installation depth. Adjust the depth and lock in place with the tension screw.

More information
‣ Mounting HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T probes (page 22)

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2.3.5 Loop power converter

The loop power converter is an open frame module that converts one 0 ... 2.5 VDC voltage
output to a 4 ... 20 mA current output. To use the loop power converter module, the probe
must be in the analog output mode. The desired parameter is on channel 1, which must be
scaled to 0 ... 2.5 V.

Figure 8 Loop power converter

More information
‣ Wiring with the loop power converter (page 26)

2.3.6 Cables
Connection cables have a straight, threaded female M8 connector on one end and open wires
on the other end. You can use other compatible M8 series cables.

Figure 9 Cable with threaded connector

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The Vaisala USB cable (item code 219690) has a straight, threaded female M8 connector on
one end, and a USB Type A male plug on the other. The USB cable is intended for maintenance
purposes only, not for permanent installation.

Figure 10 USB cable for PC connection

More information
‣ Spare parts and accessories (page 83)

2.4 Safety
This product has been tested for safety. Note the following precautions:

CAUTION! Do not modify the unit. Improper modification can damage the
product or lead to malfunction.

Before you connect an HMP60 or HMP110 series probe to a device, it is

recommended to power off the device.

2.4.1 ESD protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately
protected against ESD for their intended use. However, it is possible to damage the product by
delivering electrostatic discharges when touching, removing, or inserting any objects in the
equipment housing.
To avoid delivering high static voltages to the product:

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• Handle ESD‑sensitive components on a properly grounded and protected ESD workbench

or by grounding yourself to the equipment chassis with a wrist strap and a resistive
connection cord.
• If you are unable to take either precaution, touch a conductive part of the equipment
chassis with your other hand before touching ESD‑sensitive components.
• Hold component boards by the edges and avoid touching component contacts.

2.5 Regulatory compliance
HMP60 and HMP110 series probes are in conformity with the provisions of the following EU
directive(s):
• ROHS Directive
• EMC Directive
The electromagnetic compatibility of HMP60, HMP110, HMP110T, and HMP110REF has been
tested according to the following product family standards:
• EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC
requirements – for use in industrial locations.
• EN 55022 Class B: Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics
- Limits and methods of measurement.
The electromagnetic compatibility of HMP63 and HMP113 has been tested according to the
following product family standards:
• EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC
requirements – Basic immunity test requirements.
• EN 55022 Class B: Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics
- Limits and methods of measurement.

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3. Installation

3.1 Mounting HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T

probes
HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T are designed to be mounted from the M12 thread on the probe
body or from the smooth part of the probe body. For a convenient installation, use the
optional installation accessories:
• Use the plastic mounting nuts to hold the probe in a through-wall installation
• Use the probe mounting clamp to hold the probe on a wall
• Use the probe mounting flange to hold the probe in a through-wall installation

Avoid placing the probe in a place where condensation can run onto the sensor.

3.1.1 Probe assembly with duct installation kit

1 2 3

Figure 11 Assembly of the probe with duct installation kit

1 HMP60, HMP110, or HMP110T probe

2 Duct installation kit
3 Probe cable

1. Slide the probe cable through the duct installation kit plastic pipe.
2. Attach the cable to the probe.
3. Attach probe assembly to the duct.

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3.1.2 Drilling instructions for duct installation kit

.2
Ø3
4
Ø2
42

1
mm

Figure 12 Drilling instructions

1 Mounting screw
2 Tension screw
3 Probe assembled in duct installation kit plastic pipe

1. Use a 24-mm drill bit to drill a hole to the duct wall for the humidity probe.
2. Drill holes for the duct installation kit mounting screws around the hole in a square
arrangement, 42 mm apart from each other. Use a 3.2-mm drill bit to drill the holes for the
mounting screws (four ST4.2×16-C-Z DIN 7981 screws).

3.2 Mounting HMP63 and HMP113 probes

HMP63 and HMP113 probes do not have a thread on the probe body. For a convenient
installation, use the optional installation accessories:
• Use the probe mounting clamp to hold the probe on a wall
• Use the probe mounting flange to hold the probe in a through-wall installation
• If you are using the probe with HMT120 or HMT130 transmitter, or HM40 handheld meter,
use the plastic locking bushing

Avoid placing the probe in a place where condensation can run onto the sensor.

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More information
‣ Installation accessories (optional) (page 14)

3.3 Wiring
Before you connect an HMP60 or HMP110 series probe to a device, it is
recommended to power off the device.

For a secure connection to the probe, connect to the 4-pin M8 connector using a threaded
connector.

2 4

1 3

Figure 13 M8 4-pin male connector

Pin-out of HMP60 / HMP63 / HMP110 analog / HMP113 / HMP110T

1 5 ... 28 VDC (Vout 0 ... 1 / 0 ... 2.5 V)
8 ... 28 VDC (Vout 0 ... 5 / 1 ... 5 V)
2 Channel 1: RH / Td / T
0 ... 1 / 2.5 / 5 V, 1 ... 5 V
3 GND / AGND
4 Channel 2: RH / Td / T
0 ... 1 / 2.5 / 5 V, 1 ... 5 V
(HMP110T has no output on channel 2)
Pin-out of HMP110REF / HMP110 digital
1 5 ... 28 VDC
2 RS-485: - / B
3 GND
4 RS-485: + / A
The grounding method depends on the probe and the installation type.
Table 5 Grounding methods

Probe Grounding method

HMP63 Vaisala recommends to use a shielded cable and connect the shield to ground.
HMP113 In the shielded cables supplied by Vaisala, the threaded connector connects
the shield to the probe housing.

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Probe Grounding method

HMP60 There are two ways to ground the probe depending on installation type.
HMP110 Choose only one of these methods:

HMP110T • Grounding is provided by the metal cover of the probe. If using shielded
cables, shield is NOT connected to ground.
HMP110REF • A shielded cable is used, and the shield is connected to ground. In the
shielded cables supplied by Vaisala, the threaded connector connects the
shield to the probe housing.

When the probe is connected to a power supply, there is a delay as the probe
starts up and the analog output stabilizes. The delay depends on the output type,
and on the operating voltage that is supplied to the probe:
• Probes with analog output:
• 4 s at operating voltage 13.5 ... 16.5 VDC
• 2 s at other valid operating voltages
• Probes with digital output: 2 s

3.3.1 Wiring multiple digital devices

The maximum number of HMP60/HMP110 probes that you can connect to a system over the
RS-485 interface is 32 when the communication speed is 19200 bps or lower. Do not use
RS-485 termination with HMP60/HMP110 series probes.

Connecting other devices can decrease the maximum number of HMP60/HMP110

probes. If other devices require the use of termination, connect HMP60/HMP110
probes using an RS-485 repeater.

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The following figures show the recommended wiring when connecting multiple devices to the
RS-485 interface using either a separate local power supply for each device or a common
power supply.

HMP60/HMP110 M8 CONNECTOR

2: - / B 4: + / A

1: VDC 3: GND

TO PREVIOUS DEVICE TO NEXT DEVICE

COM COM

-/B -/B

+/A +/A

5 ... 28 VDC
ISOLATED
POWER SUPPLY

Figure 14 Wiring multiple devices using local power supply

HMP60/HMP110 M8 CONNECTOR
2: - / B 4: + / A
1: VDC 3: GND

TO PREVIOUS DEVICE TO NEXT DEVICE

5 ... 28 VDC 5 ... 28 VDC
COM COM

+/A +/A
-/B -/B

Figure 15 Wiring multiple devices using common power supply

3.3.2 Wiring with the loop power converter

To use the loop power converter module with an HMP60 or HMP110 series probe, the probe
must be in the analog output mode. The desired parameter is on channel 1, which must be
scaled to 0 ... 2.5 V.

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You cannot use the loop power converter with the digital-only HMP110.
When using the loop power converter module, power the module with 8 ... 28 VDC. The
operating voltage for the probe (5 VDC) is delivered by the module.

Loop power HMP60 or HMP110

converter series probe
brown 1: VDC
5V OUT
white 2: CH1
VIN
black 4: CH2
NC
blue 3: GND
GND
SHIELD
+OUT
-OUT
SHIELD 2 4

1 3

4 ... 20 mA
8 ... 28 VDC
Figure 16 Wiring with the loop power converter module

For more information, see the Loop Power Converter Quick Reference Guide (M211106EN).

More information
‣ Output options (page 12)

3.3.3 Power supply requirements

The operating voltage for the HMP60 and HMP110 series probes must be in the following
range:

Table 6 Operating voltage ranges

HMP60 / HMP63 / HMP110 analog / HMP113 / HMP110T HMP110REF / HMP110 digital

5 ... 28 VDC (Vout 0 ...1 / 0 ... 2.5 V) 5 ... 28 VDC

8 ... 28 VDC (Vout 0 ... 5 / 1 ... 5 V)

Current consumption is 1 mA on average, which makes the probes well suited for running on
battery power. The maximum peak consumption is 5 mA.

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Recommendations
• Continuous use over high operating voltage may cause heating. To conserve power and
minimize the warming of the probe, use the lowest operating voltage in the allowed
range.
• Using low impedance loads on the signal outputs increase the current consumption by up
to 0.5 mA. High impedance loads are recommended to minimize warming of the probe.
• Frequent interrogation of the probe using the RS-485 interface will also increase current
consumption from the average value. More frequent interrogation than once per second is
not recommended.

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4. Modbus communication
The Modbus variant used in HMP60 and HMP110 series probes is Modbus RTU. Modbus support
was added to HMP60 and HMP110 probes in 2016 for probe software version 2.1.4. The
following table lists the default communication settings used when Modbus is enabled at the
factory (chosen when ordering).

Table 7 Default Modbus communication settings

Description Default value

Serial bit rate 19200

Parity None
Number of data bits 8
Number of stop bits 2
Flow control None
Modbus device address 240
Serial delay 0
Communication mode Modbus RTU

Use Vaisala Insight software to change the Modbus serial communication settings if needed.
Download Vaisala Insight software at www.vaisala.com/insight.

The instrument must be switched off and on before the communication setting
changes take effect.

More information
‣ Accessing serial line command interface from analog or Modbus mode (page 36)
‣ Modbus reference (page 85)

4.1 Using multiple devices over RS-485

When you use HMP60/HMP110 series probes for Modbus communication over the RS-485
interface, the maximum number of HMP60/HMP110 probes that can be connected to a system
is 32 (with a communication speed of 19200 bps or lower).

RS-485 termination must not be used with HMP60/HMP110 series probes.

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Connecting other devices can decrease the maximum number of HMP60/HMP110

probes that can be connected. If other devices require the use of termination,
HMP60/HMP110 series probes must be connected using an RS-485 repeater.

More information
‣ Wiring multiple digital devices (page 25)

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5. Vaisala Insight software

Vaisala Insight PC software is a configuration software for Indigo compatible probes. The
supported operating systems are Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows 8.1 (64-bit), and Windows 10
(64-bit).
With the Insight software, you can:
• See device information and status.
• See real-time measurement data.
• Configure serial communication settings, filtering factor, and analog output parameters
and scaling.
• Calibrate and adjust the device.
Download Vaisala Insight software at www.vaisala.com/insight.
The probe can be connected to Vaisala Insight software using a Vaisala USB cable (item code
219690).

HMP60 and HMP110 probes support Insight from probe software version 2.1.4
onwards.

5.1 Connecting to Insight software

• Computer with Microsoft Windowsâ operating system and Vaisala Insight
software installed
• USB connection cable (item code 219690)

CAUTION! When connecting several devices at the same time, note that your
computer may not be able to supply enough power through its USB ports. Use
an externally powered USB hub that can supply >2 W for each port.

Figure 17 Connecting probe to Insight

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1. Open the Insight software.

2. Connect the USB cable to a free USB port on the PC.
3. Connect the probe to the USB cable.
4. Wait for Insight software to detect the probe.

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6. Serial line communication

In analog probes, serial line communication is intended for service use only.

HMP60 and HMP110 series probes support 2-wire RS-485 communication. The RS-485
interface is non-isolated and offers a maximum communications rate of 57600 bps.
There is no internal termination for the RS-485 on the probe. Use of termination resistors is not
recommended. If the resistors are used, the possible increase in current consumption should
be taken into account.

6.1 Connecting to serial interface

Connection to the serial interface is through the 4-pin connector on the probe.
For temporary use of the serial interface (for example, calibration), you can use the optional
Vaisala USB cable (item code 219690). Before you can use the cable, you must install the
provided USB driver on your PC.

The Vaisala USB cable is not designed for permanent installations. When using
the USB cable, no separate power unit is needed. The probe is powered through
the USB port.

For permanent interfacing to a host system, use a shielded cable with a threaded connector.
The probe does not echo typed characters back to the terminal screen. To see the commands
you type, you need to enable the "local echo" setting in your terminal program.
A new command cannot be received while the probe is sending data out. Wait until the
instrument has completed its response before entering the next command.

Table 9 Default serial communication settings

Property Description/Value

Baud rate 19200

Parity None
Data bits 8
Stop bits 1
Flow control None

You can change the serial settings and operate in RUN, STOP, POLL, and MODBUS modes.

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After power-up the probe (in STOP mode) outputs the software version and the command
prompt.
• In RUN mode, a measurement output starts immediately after power-up.
• In POLL mode, the probe does not output anything after power-up. It must be accessed
with an addressed command.
• In MODBUS mode, the probe does not output anything after power-up: serial line
commands are not in use and the probe must be used with the Modbus protocol.

More information
‣ Wiring (page 24)
‣ Installing the driver for the USB cable (page 34)
‣ Accessing serial line command interface from analog or Modbus mode (page 36)
‣ Set serial interface mode (page 42)

6.2 Installing the driver for the USB cable

Before taking USB cable 219690 into use, you must install the provided USB driver on your PC.
When installing the driver, you must acknowledge any security prompts that may appear.

1. Check that the USB cable is not connected. Disconnect the cable if you have already
connected it.
2. Insert the media that came with the cable, or download the latest driver from
www.vaisala.com/software.
3. Execute the USB driver installation program (setup.exe), and accept the installation
defaults. The installation of the driver may take several minutes.
4. After the driver has been installed, connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC.
Windows detects the new device, and uses the driver automatically.
5. The installation has reserved a COM port for the cable. Select Start > Vaisala > Vaisala
USB Instrument Finder, and verify the port number, and the status of the cable. The
reserved ports are also visible in the Ports of the Windows Device Manager.
Remember to use the correct port in the settings of your terminal program. Windows
recognizes each individual cable as a different device, and reserves a new COM port.
There is no reason to uninstall the driver for normal use. However, if you wish to remove the
driver files and all Vaisala USB cable devices, you can do so by uninstalling the entry for
Vaisala USB Instrument Driver from the Programs and Features menu in the Windows Control
Panel. In Windows XP and earlier Windows versions the menu is called Add or Remove
Programs.

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6.3 Terminal application settings for digital probes

The following steps describe how to connect to digital probes using the PuTTY terminal
application for Windows (available for download at http://www.vaisala.com/software) and the
USB serial interface.
If you have an analog probe, you can still connect to the serial line by following the instructions
in Accessing serial line command interface from analog or Modbus mode (page 36).

1. Connect Vaisala USB cable 219690 between your PC and the probe.
2. Start the PuTTY application.
3. Select the Serial settings category, and check that the correct COM port is selected in the
Serial line to connect to field.
To check which port the USB cable is using, select Start > Vaisala > Vaisala USB
Instrument Finder.
4. Check that the other serial settings are correct for your connection, and change if
necessary.
5. To open the connection window and start using the serial line, select Open.
If PuTTY is unable to open the serial port you selected, it shows an error message instead.
If this happens, restart PuTTY and check the settings.
6. You may need to adjust the Local echo setting in the Terminal category to see what you
are typing on the serial line. To access the configuration screen while a session is running,
right-click over the session window, and select Change Settings.
If the probe is in Modbus mode, to access the serial port command interface, follow the
instructions in Accessing serial line command interface from analog or Modbus mode
(page 36).

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Figure 18 PuTTY terminal application

6.4 Accessing serial line command interface from

analog or Modbus mode
Follow the steps below to connect to the serial line when the probe is in analog or Modbus
mode. You can also use the procedure to retrieve the communication settings of your device, if
you do not know them. You must use the Vaisala USB cable (Vaisala item code 219690) in this
case.

1. Connect the USB cable to the PC and install the driver, if necessary. Do not connect the
cable to the probe yet.
2. Open the terminal program and open a connection to the corresponding COM port using
the default settings 19200, 8, N, 1, no flow control.
3. Select the Serial settings category, and check that the Serial line to connect to field
contains the correct COM port.
To check which port the USB cable is using, select Start > Vaisala > Vaisala USB
Instrument Finder.
4. To open the connection window and start using the serial line, select Open.
5. Keep the ENTER key pressed down and connect the other end of the USB cable to the
probe. This causes the probe to start in RS-485 mode, using the default serial settings.
You can now use the probe with the terminal program.

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6. To prevent the analog or Modbus mode from being restored on the next power-up, select
a different serial mode with the smode command.
7. To switch back to analog mode or Modbus mode from a serial mode, use the smode
analog or smode modbus command to select analog or Modbus mode. Reset or power
cycle the probe to restart in the selected mode.

The probe cannot be used with the MI70 handheld indicator or the HM40
meter when the probe is in analog mode. To use the probe with MI70 or
HM40, enable a serial mode (for example, STOP) as instructed above.

More information
‣ List of serial commands (page 37)
‣ Set serial interface mode (page 42)

6.5 List of serial commands

You can issue all commands either in uppercase or lowercase. In the command examples, the
keyboard input by the user is in bold type.
The notation <cr> refers to pressing the carriage return (ENTER key on your computer
keyboard). Press ESC to clear the command buffer before starting to enter commands.

Table 10 List of serial commands (software version 2.4.0)

Command Description

? Output information about the device

AERR Set analog output error level
AMODE View or set the analog output mode
AOVER [ON/OFF] Allow analog outputs to exceed their range 10 %
ASEL Set analog output parameters and scaling
CDATE View or set the calibration date
CODE View the order code of the probe
CRH Calibrate and adjust RH measurement
CRHCLR Clear adjustment of RH measurement
CT Calibrate and adjust T measurement
CTCLR Clear adjustment of T measurement
CTEXT View or set the calibration information field
ERRS List present probe errors

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Command Description

FILT [0.001 ... 1] Set the result filtering

FRESTORE Restore factory settings
HELP List available commands
INTV [0 ... 255 S/MIN/H] Set the continuous output interval (for RUN mode)
L Displays user adjustment parameters
R Start the continuous outputting
RESET Reset the probe
RHLIMIT Extend maximum RH reading
S Stop the continuous outputting
SDELAY [0 ... 255] View or set serial line answer minimum delay

SEND [0 ... 255] Output the reading once

SNUM View the serial number of the probe
UNIT Select metric or non-metric output units
VERS View software version of the probe

Table 11 Additional commands for probes with RS-485 output

Command Description

?? Output information about the device in POLL mode

ADDR [0 ... 255] Set the probe address (for POLL mode)
CLOSE Close the temporary connection (Back to POLL mode)
OPEN [0 ... 255] Open a temporary connection to a POLL mode device

SERI [baud p d s] User Port settings (Default: 19200 N 8 1) baud: 300 ...
57600
SMODE [STOP/RUN/POLL/MODBUS/ Set the serial interface mode
VDIGI/ANALOG]

6.6 Device information and status

6.6.1 View device information

The ? command outputs a listing of device information.
?<cr>

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Example (output from HMP63):

?
HMP63 / 1.0.4
Serial number : H3640004
Batch number : T0001109
Sensor number : H0000322
Sensor model : Intercap
Order code : A12A0A2B0
Cal. date : 20120907
Cal. info : VAISALA/HEL
Time : 00:21:05
Serial mode : ANALOG
Baud P D S : 19200 N 8 1
Output interval: 1 S
Serial delay : 30
Analog delay : 10 S
Address : 0
Filter : 1.000
Ch1 output : 0 ... 1 V
Ch2 output : 0 ... 1 V
Ch1 RH lo : 0.00 %RH
Ch1 RH hi : 100.00 %RH
Ch2 T lo : -40.00 'C
Ch2 T hi : 60.00 'C

If the probe is in POLL mode, but a connection has not been opened using the OPEN
command, issue the ?? command.
??<cr>

More information
‣ Set serial line settings (page 42)

6.6.2 View calibration information

Use the CDATE command to view the calibration date and CTEXT to view the calibration info
text. Date format for CDATE is YYYYMMDD.
CDATE<cr>
CTEXT<cr>
Examples:

cdate
Cal. date : 20150109

ctext
Cal. info : VAISALA/HEL

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6.6.3 Enter calibration information

To enter the calibration date, use the CDATE command (cdate [YYYYMMDD]). To enter a
text string with information about the calibration, use the CTEXT command (ctext
[string]).
CDATE [yyyymmdd] <cr>
CTEXT [text string] <cr>
Example:

cdate 20151125

Cal. date : 20151125

ctext Calibrated in Room 1
Cal. info : Calibrated in Room 1

6.6.4 View order code

Use the CODE command to view the order code that has been stored in the probe. This
command is useful if you need to order a new probe with the same options.
CODE<cr>
Example:

code
Order code : A12A0A2B0

6.6.5 View serial number

Use the SNUM command to view the serial number of the probe.
SNUM<cr>
Example:

snum
Serial number : H3640004

6.6.6 View software version

Use the VERS command to display the software version of the probe.
VERS<cr>
Example:

vers
HMP63 / 1.0.4

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6.7 Serial line output commands

6.7.1 Start measurement output

Use the R command to start the continuous outputting of measurement values as an ASCII text
string to the serial line.
For HMP60 and HMP110, the output always includes readings for temperature, RH and Td. For
HMP110T, the output includes only temperature.
R<cr>
Example (HMP60 and HMP110):

r
T= 22.6 'C RH= 22.8 %RH Td= 0.3 'C
T= 22.6 'C RH= 22.5 %RH Td= 0.2 'C
T= 22.6 'C RH= 22.5 %RH Td= 0.2 'C
…

Example (HMP110T):

r
T= 22.6 'C
T= 22.6 'C
T= 22.6 'C
…

Outputting the results continues in intervals issued with the command INTV. You can stop the
output by entering the S command.

6.7.2 Stop measurement output

Use the S command or press the ESC key to stop the continuous measurement output.
S<cr>

6.7.3 Output the measurement message once

Use the SEND command to output the measurement values once. If the probe is in POLL mode
and the line is not open for commands, specify the address of the probe to receive the
measurement message.
SEND [aaa]<cr>

Syntax Description

aaa Address of the probe, range 0 ... 255. Set with

the ADDR command.

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Example (probe in STOP mode, no address needed):

send
T= 22.7 'C RH= 20.0 %RH Td= -1.5 'C

Example (probe in POLL mode, with address 10):

send 10
T= 22.8 'C RH= 20.1 %RH Td= -1.3 'C

6.8 Configuring serial line operation

6.8.1 Set serial line settings

Use the SERI command to show or set the serial line settings. The new settings will be taken
into use when the probe is reset or powered up.
SERI [b p d s]

Syntax Description

b baud rate (300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400,
57600)
p parity (n = none, e = even, o = odd)
d data bits (7 or 8)
s stop bits (1 or 2)

Example (shows default settings):

seri
Baud P D S : 19200 N 8 1

6.8.2 Set serial interface mode

Use the SMODE command to set the operation mode of the serial interface. The new mode is
applied when probe is reset.
SMODE [xxx]<cr>

Syntax Description

xxx Operation mode of the serial interface.

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Table 12 Serial interface modes

Mode Description

STOP Probe outputs only when a command is issued. Any command can be used.
RUN Probe automatically outputs measurement messages on the serial line. Only
command S or the ESC key can be used to stop the output.

POLL Probe outputs only when a command is issued. Probes communicate one at a time
when the specific address is called on the serial line, which is useful when more than
one probe is connected to one serial bus. Any command can be used after the line
has been opened using the OPEN command.
See descriptions of the commands ADDR and OPEN.

MODBUS Measurement outputs must be read from the transmitter using the Modbus
protocol. For more information, see Modbus communication (page 29) and Modbus
reference (page 85).
VDIGI Special serial interface mode that is only used for interoperability with Vaisala
devices such as HMT120, HMT130, and HM40. This mode is set at Vaisala for probes
that are ordered for such use.
ANALOG No serial line, analog outputs active. For instructions on how to enter the serial line
when in analog mode, see Accessing serial line command interface from analog or
Modbus mode (page 36). Note that analog output channels are not available in the
digital-only HMP110. See Output options (page 12).

Example (check current mode):

smode
Serial mode : STOP ?

Example (change mode to POLL mode):

smode poll
Serial mode : POLL

In the RUN mode, the probe may send the measurement data message right as
you are typing the S command to stop the sending. Therefore, you may need to
repeat the S command. This must be noted especially when designing computer
programs to access the probe.

The digital-only HMP110 probe option cannot be set to analog mode.

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6.8.3 Set output interval

Use the INTV command to show or set the output interval of the serial line measurement
messages (applies when R command or RUN mode is used). The shortest output interval is
1 second. This command has no effect on the operation of the analog output.
INTV [n xxx]<cr>

Syntax Description

n Time interval in range 1 ... 255

xxx Time unit = "S", "MIN", or "H"

Example:

intv 1 s
Value : 1
Unit : S

6.8.4 Set measurement filtering

Use the FILT command to view or set the speed at which the latest measurement result is
integrated into the humidity and temperature readings. The command affects both analog
output and serial line output.
FILT [a.aaa]<cr>

Syntax Description

a.aaa Range 0.001 ... 1.0.

1.0 = No filtering, the latest measurement is
output without averaging
0.5 = Average of the last 2 measurements
0.1 = Average of approximately
16 measurements

Example (default setting, no filtering):

filt
Filter : 1.000 ?

Example (set filtering to 0.5):

filt 0.5
Filter : 0.500

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6.8.5 Set probe address

Use the ADDR command to view or set the probe address. To operate in the POLL mode, the
probe must have an address. If multiple probes share the same serial line, each probe must
have a different address.
ADDR [nn]<cr>

Syntax Description

nn Address (0 ... 255)

Example:

addr
Address : 0

More information
‣ Set serial line settings (page 42)

6.8.6 Set serial interface delay

Use the SDELAY command to view or set the serial interface answer minimum delay.
SDELAY [delay]<cr>

Syntax Description

delay Range 0 ... 255. Value corresponds to

4 milliseconds (for example, 5 = 0.020 second
minimum answer delay)

Example:

sdelay
Serial delay : 30

sdelay 50
Serial delay : 50

6.8.7 Set measurement units

Use the UNIT command to view or set the measurement units that are used in the serial line
measurement messages.
UNIT [M/N]<cr>

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M is for metric units, N is for non-metric units.

Parameter Metric unit Non-metric unit

RH %RH %RH
Td °C °F

T °C °F

Examples:

unit
Units : Metric

unit n
Units : Non metric

6.9 Calibration commands

6.9.1 Calibrate humidity measurement

Use the CRH command to perform a 1-point or 2-point correction to the capacitance
measurement of the probe. This command changes the offset and/or gain of the humidity
measurement, depending on the calibration and reference:
• 1-point calibration with a single < 50 %RH reference will adjust the offset of the
capacitance measurement
• 1-point calibration with a single > 50 %RH reference will adjust the gain of the capacitance
measurement
• 2-point calibration will adjust both offset and gain. The first point requires a < 50 %RH
humidity reference, the second point must be > 50 %RH. There must also be at least
30 percentage point difference between the references.
CRH [reference]<cr>
This command is not available on the HMP110T.
When performing a 1-point calibration, you need to place the probe in the reference humidity
and wait for 20 … 40 minutes for the humidity to stabilize. To apply the adjustment, enter the
CRH command with the reference %RH as a parameter.
Example: 1-point calibration (LiCl reference, 11 %RH):

crh 11
OK

Example: 1-point calibration with NaCl reference (75 %RH):

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crh 75
OK

Giving the command without parameters starts the 2-point calibration. Remember to allow the
humidity to stabilize for 20 … 40 minutes after changing the reference.
Example: 2-point calibration with LiCl (11 %RH) and NaCL (75 %RH) references:

crh
RH : 11.2684 1. ref ? 11
Press any key when ready ...
RH : 75.0612 2. ref ? 75
OK

6.9.2 Clear adjustment of RH measurement

Use the CRHCLR command to clear the adjustment of RH measurement that has been done
using the CRH command. This command is not available on the HMP110T.
CRHCLR<cr>
Example:

crhclr
OK

6.9.3 Calibrate temperature measurement

Use the CT command to perform a 1-point or 2-point temperature (T) calibration. 1-point
calibration adjusts the offset for the measurement, 2-point calibration adjusts offset and gain.
CT [reference]<cr>
When performing a 1-point calibration, you need to place the probe in a single temperature
reference and wait for 20 … 40 minutes for the temperature to stabilize. To apply the
adjustment, enter the CT command with the reference temperature as a parameter.
Example: 1-point calibration

ct 23.5
OK

Giving the command without parameters starts the 2-point calibration. Remember to allow the
temperature to stabilize for 20 … 40 minutes after changing the reference. The first reference
point must be smaller than the second point, and the difference between the reference points
must be more than 30 °C. To update the measured value while the command is running, press
enter without inputting a value.
Example: 2-point calibration

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ct
T : 22.03 Ref1 ? 22
Press any key when ready ...
T : 55.12 Ref2 ? 55
OK

6.9.4 Clear adjustment of T measurement

Use the CTCLR command to clear the adjustment of temperature measurement that has been
done using the CT command.
CTCLR<cr>
Example:

ctclr
OK

6.9.5 View user adjustment parameters

Use the L command to view the current user adjustment parameters. This command is useful
for checking the currently applied customer calibration.
L<cr>
The output values are as follows:
• Cp offset and gain: capacitance, calibrated using the CRH command
• T offset and gain: calibrated using the CT command
Example (shows default values, no user calibration done):

l
Cp offset : 0.00000000E+00
Cp gain : 1.00000000E+00
T offset : 0.00000000E+00
T gain : 1.00000000E+00

6.10 Other commands

6.10.1 Set analog output mode

Use the AMODE command to show or set the operation mode of the analog output. This
command is not in use in the digital-only HMP110 probe option.
AMODE [ch1] [ch2]<cr>

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Syntax Description

ch1 Analog output mode for channel 1, range 0 ... 3.

The options are:
0 (0 ... 1 V)
1 (0 ... 2.5 V)
2 (0 ... 5 V)
3 (1 ... 5 V)
ch2 Analog output mode for channel 2, range 0 ... 3.
The options are the same as for channel 1.

Example (show current output modes):

amode
Ch1 output : 0 ... 1 V
Ch2 output : 0 ... 1 V

Example (set channel 1 to 0 ... 1 V and channel 2 to 0 ... 5 V):

amode 0 2
Ch1 output : 0 ... 1 V
Ch2 output : 0 ... 5 V

6.10.2 Set analog output parameters and scaling

Use the ASEL command to show or set the output parameters and scaling of the analog
outputs. This command is not in use in the digital-only HMP110 probe option.
ASEL [ch1 ch2] [ch1low ch1high ch2low ch2high]<cr>

Syntax Description

ch1 Output parameter for channel 1. The options are:

• RH = Relative humidity
• T = Temperature
• Td = Dew point temperature
• Tw = Wet bulb temperature
• a = Absolute humidity
• x = Mixing ratio
• h = Enthalpy
ch2 Output parameters for channel 2. The options
are same as for channel 1.
ch1low Low limit for channel 1 output scaling.
ch1high High limit for channel 1 output scaling.

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Syntax Description

ch2low Low limit for channel 2 output scaling.

ch2high High limit for channel 2 output scaling.

Example (show current output parameters and scaling):

asel ?
Ch1 RH lo : 0.00 %RH ?
Ch1 RH hi : 100.00 %RH ?
Ch2 T lo : -20.00 'C ?
Ch2 T hi : 80.00 'C ?

Example (change channel 1 to output dew point temperature, adjust scaling to -40 ... 60 °C for
channel 1 and to -20 ... 80 °C for channel 2):

asel td t -40 60 -20 80

Ch1 Td lo : -40.00 'C
Ch1 Td hi : 60.00 'C
Ch2 T lo : -20.00 'C
Ch2 T hi : 80.00 'C

Example (change channel 1 to output temperature and channel 2 to output relative humidity,
adjust scaling for channel 1 to -40 ... 60 °C when prompted):

asel t rh
Ch1 T lo : -20.00 'C ? -40
Ch1 T hi : 80.00 'C ? 60
Ch2 RH lo : 0.00 %RH ?
Ch2 RH hi : 100.00 %RH ?

6.10.3 Set analog output error indication level

If the device is malfunctioning, the analog output is set to a specified level. This overrides the
normal measurement output of the channel. The default error level is 0 V, or another value
predefined by the customer when ordering the device. You can set the level using the AERR
command. This command is not in use in the digital-only HMP110 probe option.
AERR [ch1 ch2] <cr>

Syntax Description

ch1 Error level of the analog output for channel 1.

The available range depends on the output
mode (check with AMODE command).
ch2 Error level of the analog output for channel 2.
The available range depends on the output
mode (check with AMODE command).

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Example (show present output modes):

amode
Ch1 output : 0 ... 1 V
Ch2 output : 0 ... 1 V

Example (check present analog output error level):

aerr
Ch1 error out: 0.000V ?
Ch2 error out: 0.000V ?

Example (set analog output error level to 1 V on both channels):

aerr 1 1
Ch1 error out: 1.000V ?
Ch2 error out: 1.000V ?

The error output value is displayed only when there are minor electrical faults
such as humidity sensor damage. When there is a severe device malfunction, the
error output value is not necessarily shown.

6.10.4 Extend analog output range

Use the AOVER command to allow the analog output channels to exceed their specified range
by 10 %. The scaling of the parameter remains as before; the extra range is used for additional
measurement range in the wet end. This command is not in use in the digital-only HMP110
probe option.
AOVER [ON/OFF]<cr>
The following example illustrates how the analog output is affected. Channel 1 outputs Td with
voltage output 0 … 5 V (−40 °C … +60 °C). After giving the AOVER ON command, the range is
0 … 5.5 V (−40 °C … +70 °C). Note that the +60 °C T d point is still at 5 V.

Example:

aover on
AOVER : ON

6.10.5 Extend maximum RH reading

With digital output, use the RHLIMIT command to set the maximum RH reading from 100 %
(default) up to 120 %.
With analog output, the RHLIMIT command allows you to extend the high limit of the analog
output scaling up to 120 %. This command does not change the scaling automatically. To
change the scaling, use the ASEL command.

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RHLIMIT [max_rh]<cr>

Syntax Description

max_rh Maximum reading of the RH parameter. Possible

values are 100.0 … 120.0. The default value is
100.0.

Example (extend the maximum RH reading to 120 %):

rhlimit 120
Max. RH % : 120.0 %RH

Example (on analog output, extend the maximum RH reading to 120 % and scale the RH
output on channel 2 from (0 … 1 V) 0 … 100 % to (0 … 1 V) 0 … 120 %):

rhlimit 120
Max. RH % : 120.0 %RH
asel ?
Ch1 T lo : -20.00 'C ?
Ch1 T hi : 80.00 'C ?
Ch2 RH lo : 0.00 %RH ?
Ch2 RH hi : 100.00 %RH ? 120

More information
‣ Set analog output parameters and scaling (page 49)

6.10.6 Display command list

Use the HELP command to display a list of the currently available commands.
HELP<cr>

6.10.7 Display the currently active errors

Use the ERRS command to display the currently active error codes.
ERRS<cr>
Example (no active errors):

errs
0000h
No errors

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Table 13 Error messages on ERRS command

ERRS command response Corresponding error

T MEAS error Temperature measurement error. [44]

F meas error Humidity measurement error. [45]
RH sensor failure Humidity sensor failure. [46]
Frequency measurement outside the Capacitance reference error. [47]
permissible value range
Ambient temperature error Ambient temperature out of range. [48]
Program flash check sum error Firmware checksum mismatch. [49]
Parameter flash check sum error Device settings corrupted. [50]
INFOA check sum error Additional configuration settings corrupted. [51]
SCOEFS check sum error Sensor coefficients corrupted. [52]
CURRENT check sum error Main configuration settings corrupted. [53]
Voltage error Supply voltage out of range. [55]
General flash failure w/r Non-volatile memory read/write failure. [57]
Calibration certificate check sum Calibration certificate checksum mismatch. [58]
failure

Refer to Error messages in Insight software (page 67) for more information about the error
states.

More information
‣ Solving typical problems (page 66)

6.10.8 Connect to the probe in POLL mode

Use the OPEN command to connect to a probe that is in POLL mode.
OPEN [aa]<cr>

Syntax Description

aa address (0 ... 255)

Example:

open 1
HMP110 1 line opened for operator commands

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6.10.9 Close the connection in POLL mode

The CLOSE command closes the connection to the probe.
CLOSE<cr>
Example:

close
line closed

6.10.10 Reset the probe

Use the RESET command to reset the probe. Upon reset or power-up, the probe enters the
serial mode that has been set with the SMODE command.
RESET<cr>
Example (probe set to serial mode STOP, will output probe model and software version at
reset):

reset
HMP60 / 1.00.0

Example (probe set to serial mode RUN, will start to output measurement messages at reset):

reset
T= 23.6 'C RH= 20.2 %RH Td= -0.5 'C
T= 23.6 'C RH= 20.2 %RH Td= -0.5 'C
T= 23.3 'C RH= 20.2 %RH Td= -0.8 'C
...

6.10.11 Restore factory settings

Use the FRESTORE command to restore the factory settings to the probe. All user settings,
including the user-performed calibration corrections, will be lost. The probe will revert back to
the factory calibrated settings.
FRESTORE<cr>
Example:

frestore
Factory settings restored

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7. Maintenance

7.1 Periodic maintenance
The humidity measurement accuracy of the HMP60 and HMP110 series probes should be
calibrated yearly. When calibration indicates that accuracy is not within specification:
• HMP60 and HMP63: change the INTERCAPâ sensor.
• HMP110 and HMP113: adjust the measurement yourself, or have it adjusted at Vaisala.
Light cleaning of the probe and replacement of the filter should be done only when necessary.

7.1.1 Cleaning
The probe body can be wiped clean with a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with mild detergent.
Do not use solvents or compressed air.
Note that wiping the membrane filter or stainless steel sintered filter may block its pores
and/or deposit residue on the filter. If the filter is heavily contaminated, replace it.

7.1.2 Replacing filter
The filter on the probe should be replaced when it is damaged or dirty.

1. Turn the filter counter-clockwise to loosen it.

2. Remove the filter from the probe. Be careful not to touch the sensors with the filter.
Without the filter in place, the sensors are easily damaged – handle the probe carefully.
3. Install a new filter on the probe, and tighten it so it is finger-tight. Make sure the filter sits
straight and meets the threads properly.
Order new filters from Vaisala.

More information
‣ Filter options (page 13)
‣ Spare parts and accessories (page 83)
‣ Maintenance and calibration services (page 95)

7.2 Calibration procedure
To calibrate your HMP60 or HMP110 series probe, you need a known stable humidity or
temperature reference, and a way to read the output of the probe (Vaisala Insight software,
analog output, serial output, the MI70 indicator, or the HM40 meter). As a humidity reference
you can use, for example, the Vaisala Humidity Calibrator HMK15.
The probe can be connected to a PC with Vaisala USB cable 219690, and to the MI70 indicator
with connection cable 219980. The HM40 meter does not need a specific connection cable.

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For other cable options, see Cables (page 19) and Spare parts and accessories (page 83).

The probe cannot be used with the MI70 handheld indicator or the HM40 meter
when the probe is in analog mode. To use the probe with MI70 or HM40, enable a
serial mode (for example, STOP) in Vaisala Insight software. Use Insight also to
return the probe to analog mode.

1. Connect the MI70 connection cable, the HM40 meter, or the USB cable to the HMP60/
HMP110 probe.
• With MI70: Connect the other end of the connection cable to the MI70 indicator.
• With Insight: Leave the other end of the USB cable unconnected at this point. You
can connect it to the PC after the stabilization period (step 4).
2. Remove the filter from the probe and place the probe in the reference environment. For
example, you can use a NaCl salt chamber (75 %RH) as the humidity reference.
3. Wait for 20 ... 40 minutes for the reading to stabilize. Do not touch the probe or breathe in
its direction during this time.
• If you are using the MI70 indicator or the HM40 meter, you can follow the stabilization
using the graph functionality.
• If you are using the USB cable, do not keep the cable connected to the PC during the
stabilization period for best calibration accuracy.
4. After the stabilization period:
• With MI70/HM40: Switch MI70/HM40 off and on to start a blank graph.
• With Insight: Connect the USB cable to the PC and start the Insight application.
5. Wait for 1 minute and make sure the graph showing the measurement reading is stable.
6. Check the measurement reading, and compare it with the reading shown by the humidity
or temperature reference.

More information
‣ Vaisala Insight software (page 31)

7.3 Adjustment procedure using serial line

(HMP110 and HMP113)
If you are adjusting a probe that is in the analog output mode, start the probe in
RS-485 mode. For instructions, see Accessing serial line command interface from
analog or Modbus mode (page 36).

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7.3.1 1-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and

HMP113)

You can also use Vaisala Insight software for performing calibration and
adjustment. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31).

To perform a 1-point adjustment to the capacitance measurement of the HMP110 or HMP113

using serial line, you need:
• Vaisala USB cable (item code 219690)
• PC with a terminal application
• One humidity reference. 1-point adjustment with a single < 50 %RH reference adjusts the
offset parameter of the measurement. 1-point adjustment with a single > 50 %RH
reference adjusts the gain parameter of the measurement.
The following procedure uses the HMK15 Humidity Calibrator. LiCl salt (11 %RH) is used as the
reference point.

1. Connect the USB cable to the PC, but do not connect it to the probe yet.
2. Remove the filter from the probe and insert the probe in the LiCl salt chamber of the
humidity calibrator (11 %RH).
3. Start a terminal application and set the correct connection settings. The default serial
settings are 19200 8 N 1. Remember to check which COM port the USB cable is using.
4. Wait for 20 … 40 minutes for the humidity to stabilize.
5. Start the terminal session and connect the USB cable to the probe. If your probe is in the
analog output mode, press ENTER a few times to start it in RS-485 mode.
6. Verify that the connection works by giving the ? command.

If the probe does not respond with device information:

• Disconnect the USB cable from the probe and retry. If your probe is in the analog
output mode, press ENTER a few times immediately after connecting the USB cable.
• Try the ?? command in case the probe is in POLL mode, open the line using OPEN
command if necessary.
• Check your serial line settings and cable connections.
7. When your serial connection is working, use the L command to see the current user
adjustment parameters.

8. Use the ERRS command to see that no errors are active.

errs

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9. Give the CRH command, with the %RH value of the reference as a parameter (in this case
11 for LiCl).

crh 11
OK

10. Check with the L command that the user adjustment parameters have changed.

More information
‣ Clear adjustment of RH measurement (page 47)

7.3.2 2-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and

HMP113)

You can also use Vaisala Insight software for performing calibration and
adjustment. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31).

To perform a 2-point adjustment to the capacitance measurement of the HMP110 or HMP113

using serial line you need:
• Vaisala USB cable (item code 219690)
• PC with a terminal application
• Two humidity references. The first point requires a < 50 %RH humidity reference, the
second point must be > 50 %RH. There must also be at least 30 %RH difference between
the references.
The following procedure uses the HMK15 Humidity Calibrator. LiCl salt (11 %RH) is used as the
first reference point, NaCl (75 %RH) as the second.

1. Connect the USB cable to the PC, but do not connect it to the probe yet.
2. Remove the filter from the probe and insert the probe in the LiCl salt chamber of the
humidity calibrator (11 %RH).
3. Start a terminal application and set the correct connection settings. The default serial
settings are 19200 8 N 1. Remember to check which COM port the USB cable is using.
4. Wait for 20 … 40 minutes for the humidity to stabilize.
5. Start the terminal session and connect the USB cable to the probe. If your probe is in the
analog output mode, you need to press ENTER a few times to start it in RS-485 mode.

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6. Verify that the connection works by giving the ? command.

If the probe does not respond with device information:

• Disconnect the USB cable from the probe and retry. If your probe is in the analog
output mode, press ENTER a few times immediately after connecting the USB cable.
• Try the ?? command in case the probe is in POLL mode, open the line using the OPEN
command if necessary.
• Check your serial line settings and cable connections.
7. When your serial connection is working, use the L command to see the current user
adjustment parameters.

8. Use the ERRS command to see that no errors are active.

errs

9. Use the SEND command to verify the currently measured RH value.

send
T= 22.9 'C RH= 11.1 %RH Td= -8.0 'C

10. Give the CRH command with the RH value of the humidity reference as a parameter.

crh 11
OK

11. After entering the correction, unplug the USB cable from the probe. Insert the probe in
the NaCl salt chamber (75 %RH) and wait for 20 … 40 minutes for humidity and
temperature to stabilize.
12. Connect the USB cable to the probe and use the SEND command to see the currently
measured value.
13. Give the CRH command with the RH value of the humidity reference as a parameter.

crh 75
OK

14. Check with the L command that the user adjustment parameters have changed. If you
wish to remove the effects of RH calibration (returning the RH measurement of the probe
to the factory calibrated state).

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More information
‣ Clear adjustment of RH measurement (page 47)

7.3.3 1-point adjustment of T measurement (HMP110, HMP113,

and HMP110T)

You can also use Vaisala Insight software for performing calibration and
adjustment. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31).

To perform a 1-point adjustment to the temperature measurement of the HMP110, HMP113, or

HMP110T using serial line, you need:
• Vaisala USB cable (item code 219690)
• PC with a terminal application
• One known and stable temperature reference

1. Connect the USB cable to the PC, but do not connect it to the probe yet.
2. Remove the filter from the probe and insert the probe in the temperature reference.
3. Start a terminal application and set the correct connection settings. The default serial
settings are 19200 8 N 1. Remember to check which COM port the USB cable is using.
4. Wait for 20 … 40 minutes for the temperature to stabilize.
5. Start the terminal session and connect the USB cable to the probe. If your probe is in the
analog output mode, you need to press ENTER a few times to start it in RS-485 mode.
6. Verify that the connection works by giving the ? command.

If the probe does not respond with device information:

• Disconnect the USB cable from the probe and retry. If your probe is in the analog
output mode, press ENTER a few times immediately after connecting the USB cable.
• Try the ?? command in case the probe is in POLL mode, open the line using OPEN
command if necessary.
• Check your serial line settings and cable connections.
7. When your serial connection is working, use the L command to see the current user
adjustment parameters.

8. Use the ERRS command to see that no errors are active.

errs

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9. Give the CT command, with the temperature value of the reference as a parameter.

ct 23.5
OK

10. Check with the L command that the user adjustment parameters have changed.
If you wish to remove the effects of T calibration (returning the T measurement of the
probe to the factory calibrated state).

More information
‣ Clear adjustment of T measurement (page 48)

7.4 Adjustment procedure using MI70 indicator

(HMP110 and HMP113)
The probe cannot be used with the MI70 handheld indicator when the probe is in
analog mode. To use the probe with MI70, enable a serial mode (for example,
STOP) in Vaisala Insight software. Use Insight also to return the probe to analog
mode. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31).

For more information on the MI70 indicator and the HM70 meter, see the HM70
Handheld Humidity and Temperature Meter User Guide (M210297EN).

7.4.1 1-point adjustment of RH measurement using MI70

indicator (HMP110 and HMP113)

If you want to perform a 2-point adjustment instead of a 1-point adjustment, use

Vaisala Insight software or the serial line. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31)
and 2-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and HMP113) (page 58).

To perform a 1-point adjustment to the capacitance measurement of the HMP110 or HMP113

using the MI70 indicator, you need:
• MI70 indicator
• Connection cable for MI70 indicator (Vaisala item code 219980)
• One humidity reference. 1-point adjustment with a single < 50 %RH reference will adjust
the offset parameter of the measurement. 1-point adjustment with a single > 50 %RH
reference will adjust the gain parameter of the measurement.
The following procedure uses the HMK15 Humidity Calibrator. LiCl salt (11 %RH) is used as the
reference point.

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1. Connect the probe to Port I of the MI70 indicator.

2. Turn on the MI70 indicator.
3. Start the adjustment sequence from Main menu > Functions > Adjustments.
4. MI70 notifies you that automatic power off is disabled during adjustment mode, press OK
to acknowledge.
5. Select the RH parameter when prompted.
6. Now the adjustment mode is on, press ADJUST to select the adjustment method.
7. Select 1-point adjustment, press SELECT. Press OK to continue.
8. Insert the probe in the LiCl salt chamber of the humidity calibrator (11 %RH).
You can follow the stabilization from the GRAPH display. Press READY when the reading
is stabilized.
9. Give the reference humidity value by using the arrow buttons. Press OK.
10. Confirm the adjustment, press YES (by pressing NO you return to adjustment mode
display and no changes are made).
11. Adjustment has been carried out. Press BACK to exit the adjustment mode, and press
EXIT to return to the basic display.

More information
‣ 2-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and HMP113) (page 58)

7.4.2 1-point adjustment of temperature measurement using

MI70 indicator (HMP110 and HMP113)
Temperature adjustment can be done if there is reason to believe that the adjustment is
changed. In a 1-point adjustment, make sure the reference condition represents the measuring
environment.
To perform a 1-point adjustment to the temperature measurement of the HMP110 or HMP113
using the MI70 indicator, you need:
• MI70 indicator
• Connection cable for MI70 indicator (Vaisala item code 219980)
• One known and stable temperature reference

1. Connect the probe to Port I of the MI70 indicator.

2. Turn on the MI70 indicator.
3. Start the adjustment sequence from Main menu > Functions > Adjustments.
4. MI70 notifies you that automatic power off is disabled during adjustment mode, press OK
to acknowledge.
5. Select the T parameter when prompted.
6. Now the adjustment mode is on, press ADJUST to select the adjustment method.
7. Select 1-point adjustment, press SELECT.

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8. Set the probe to a reference temperature. You can follow the stabilization from the
GRAPH display. Press READY when the reading is stabilized in the reference.
9. Give the reference temperature value by using the arrow buttons. Press OK.
10. Confirm the adjustment, press YES (by pressing NO you return to adjustment mode
display and no changes are made).
11. Calibration is carried out. Press BACK to exit the adjustment mode and EXIT to return to
the basic display.

7.5 Repair maintenance

7.5.1 Changing the INTERCAP sensor (HMP60 and HMP63)

This procedure restores the humidity measurement accuracy of the probe. No adjustment after
the sensor change is needed.
To perform this procedure, you need a new INTERCAPâ sensor. It is also recommended that
you replace the filter with a new one.

1. Remove the filter from the probe by turning it counter-clockwise.

2. There are 2 sensors under the filter, the INTERCAPâ sensor and a temperature sensor.
Identify the INTERCAPâ sensor. Do not touch the temperature sensor.

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3. Pull out the old INTERCAPâ sensor and insert a new one. Handle the new sensor by the
plastic frame.

CAUTION! Do not touch the sensor plate.

4. Attach a new filter on the probe.

7.5.2 Changing the HUMICAP 180R/180V sensor (HMP110 and

HMP113)

Replacing the humidity sensor of the HMP110 and HMP113 is not necessary in
normal operation. If the accuracy of the probe does not seem to be within
specification, it is likely that the accuracy can be restored by performing the
adjustment procedure.

Follow this procedure to replace the humidity sensor of the HMP110 and HMP113 in case it has
been damaged, or normal adjustment is not sufficient to restore the measurement accuracy.
Calibration and adjustment of the humidity measurement is required after the sensor change.
To perform this procedure, you need a new HUMICAPâ 180R/180V sensor. It is also
recommended that you replace the filter with a new one.

1. Remove the filter from the probe by turning it counter-clockwise.

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2. There are 2 sensors under the filter, the HUMICAPâ sensor and a temperature sensor.
Identify the HUMICAPâ sensor. Do not touch the temperature sensor.

3. Pull out the old HUMICAPâ sensor and insert a new one. Handle the new sensor by the
plastic frame.

CAUTION! Do not touch the sensor plate.

4. Perform a 2-point adjustment of the RH measurement.

5. Attach a new filter on the probe.

More information
‣ 2-point adjustment of RH measurement (HMP110 and HMP113) (page 58)

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8. Troubleshooting

8.1 Analog output error notification

If the device is unable to measure due to an error, the analog output is set to an error level. The
default error level is 0 V, or another value predefined by the customer when ordering the
device.
You can change the analog output error level using the AERR command.

More information
‣ Set analog output error indication level (page 50)

8.2 Solving typical problems

You can check the error message via the serial interface by using the ERRS command. If you
are unable to remove the errors, contact Vaisala. For contact information, see Technical
support (page 95).

Table 14 Troubleshooting table

Problem or message Likely causes and solutions

Measurement not working. Any of the following Sensor(s) damaged or missing. Open the filter
errors active: and check.
• T meas error Check the supply voltage of the probe.
• RH meas error
Check the output mode of the probe using serial
line.
Humidity measurement appears to be wrong. Check for condensation on the probe and
sensor.
Use the L command to check the currently
applied calibration correction.
Calibrate and adjust the probe (HMP110).
Calibrate the probe and change the sensor if
necessary (HMP60).

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Problem or message Likely causes and solutions

The probe is not responding to any serial Disconnect the USB cable from the probe and
commands. retry. If your probe is in the analog output mode,
press ENTER a few times immediately after
connecting the USB cable.
Try the ?? command in case the probe is in
POLL mode, open the line using OPEN command
if necessary.
Check your serial line settings and cable
connections.
The following error is active: Voltage error Operating voltage out of range. Correct voltage
and reset probe.
Any check sum error is active. For example: Internal error. Perform the following steps:
• Program flash check sum error 1. Return the probe to factory settings using
• Parameter flash check sum error the FRESTORE command. Check again.
2. If the error is still active, contact Vaisala.
The following error is active: Frequency Check for condensation on the probe and
measurement outside the permissible value sensor. Allow the probe and sensor to dry.
range If the error is still active, there may be a problem
with the electronics. Contact Vaisala.

More information
‣ Technical support (page 95)

8.3 Error messages in Insight software

Table 15 Error messages in Insight software

Error Likely cause Suggested solution

Temperature Temperature sensor is Check that the legs of the temperature sensor
measurement error. short circuited, are not short circuited. Contact Vaisala if the
[44] damaged, or missing. temperature sensor is damaged.
Humidity Humidity sensor is wet. Wait for the humidity sensor to dry, or remove
measurement error. the filter and gently dry the sensors and the
[45] filter with clean instrument air.
Humidity sensor Humidity sensor is Replace the humidity sensor or contact Vaisala.
failure. [46] damaged or missing.
Ambient temperature Ambient temperature Lower the temperature at the installation site.
out of range. [48] is too high.

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Error Likely cause Suggested solution

Supply voltage out of Supply voltage is too Check and correct the power supply and wiring.
range. [55] low.
Capacitance reference Internal transmitter Power-cycle the device, and if necessary, restore
error. [47] failure. the factory settings. If the error remains, contact
Vaisala.
Firmware checksum
mismatch. [49]
Device settings
corrupted. [50]
Additional
configuration settings
corrupted. [51]
Sensor coefficients
corrupted. [52]
Main configuration
settings corrupted.
[53]
Non-volatile memory
read/write failure. [57]
Calibration certificate
checksum mismatch.
[58]

In case of constant error, contact Vaisala.

More information
‣ Technical support (page 95)

8.4 Error codes in MI70 Handheld Meter

If several errors are active at the same time, the MI70 shows the sum of currently active error codes.
The label "hex" might not be displayed in MI70.

Refer to Error messages in Insight software (page 67) for more information about the error states.
Table 16 Error codes in MI70

Transmitter error code in MI70 Corresponding error

1hex Temperature measurement error. [44]

2hex Humidity measurement error. [45]

4hex Humidity sensor failure. [46]

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Transmitter error code in MI70 Corresponding error

8hex Capacitance reference error. [47]

10hex Ambient temperature out of range. [48]

20hex Firmware checksum mismatch. [49]

40hex Device settings corrupted. [50]

80hex Additional configuration settings corrupted. [51]

100hex Sensor coefficients corrupted. [52]

200hex Main configuration settings corrupted. [53]

800hex Supply voltage out of range. [55]

2000hex Non-volatile memory read/write failure. [57]

4000hex Calibration certificate checksum mismatch. [58]

8.5 Unknown serial settings

You can check the current serial settings of your probe by connecting to the serial line, or with
Vaisala Insight software.

More information
‣ Vaisala Insight software (page 31)
‣ Accessing serial line command interface from analog or Modbus mode (page 36)

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9.1 HMP60 specifications
Table 17 HMP60 measurement performance

Property Description/Value

Relative humidity
Measurement range 0 … 100 %RH
Typical accuracy:
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +140 °F) ±3 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
±5 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
at −40 … 0 °C and +40 … +60 °C (−40 … +32 °F ±5 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
and +104 … +140 °F) ±7 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
Humidity sensor Vaisala INTERCAPâ

Temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Accuracy:
at +10 … +30 °C (+50 … +86 °F) ±0.5 °C (±32.9 °F)
at −40 … +10 and +30 … +60 °C (−40 … +50 and ±0.6 °C (±33.08 °F)
+86 … +140 °F)
Dew point temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Typical accuracy:
at +32 … +40 °C (0 … +140 °F) ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
when dew point depression 1) < +15 °C (< +59 °F)
at −40 … 0 °C and +40 … +60 °C (−40 … +32 °F ±3 °C (±37.4 °F)
and +104 … +140 °F) when dew point depression
< +10 °C (< +50 °F)
Analog outputs
Accuracy at +20 °C (+68 °F) ±0.2 % of FS
Temperature dependence ±0.01 % of FS/°C (±0.006 % of FS/°F)

1) Dew point depression = ambient temperature − dew point.

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Table 18 HMP60 calculated parameters

Property Description/Value

Measurement ranges
Dew point temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Wet bulb temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Absolute humidity 0 … 130 g/m3 (0 … 57 gr/ft3)
Mixing ratio 0 … 153 g/kg (0 … 1069 gr/lb)
Enthalpy −40 … 459 kJ/kg (−9.6 … 207 BTU/lb)

Table 19 HMP60 operating environment

Property Description/Value

Operating temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)

EMC compliance EN 61326-1, industrial environment

Table 20 HMP60 inputs and outputs

Property Description/Value

Power consumption 1 mA average, max. peak 5 mA

Operating voltage 1)
With 1 V / 2.5 V output 5 … 28 VDC
With 5 V output 8 … 28 VDC
With loop power converter 8 … 28 VDC
With digital output 5 … 28 VDC
Start-up time
Probes with analog output 4 s at operating voltage 13.5 … 16.5 VDC
2 s at other valid operating voltages
Probes with digital output 1s
Outputs
2 channels 0 … 1 VDC / 0 … 2.5 VDC / 0 … 5 VDC / 1 … 5 VDC
1-channel loop-power converter (separate 4 … 20 mA
module, compatible with humidity accuracy
only)
Digital output (optional) RS-485 2-wire half duplex, supports Modbus
RTU

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Property Description/Value

External loads
0…1V RL min. 10 kΩ

0 … 2.5 V /0 … 5 V RL min. 50 kΩ

Output parameters
Relative humidity, temperature, dew point temperature, wet bulb temperature, absolute humidity,
mixing ratio, enthalpy

1) Use lowest available operating voltage to minimize heating.

Table 21 HMP60 mechanical specifications

Property Description/Value

IP rating IP65 1)
Body thread MI2x1 / 10 mm (0.4 in)
Cable connector 4-pin M8 (IEC 60947-5-2)
Materials
Body Stainless steel (AISI 316)
Grid filter Chrome coated ABS plastic
Cable Polyurethane or FEP
Weight
Probe 17 g (0.6 oz)
Probe with 0.3 m (1 ft) cable 28 g (1 oz)

1) Applicable with stainless steel sintered filter and PTFE sintered filter only.

9.2 HMP63 specifications
Table 22 HMP63 measurement performance

Property Description/Value

Relative humidity
Measurement range 0 … 100 %RH
Typical accuracy:
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +140 °F) ±3 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
±5 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)

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Property Description/Value

at −40 … 0 °C and +40 … +60 °C (−40 … +32 °F ±5 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)

and +104 … +140 °F) ±7 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
Humidity sensor Vaisala INTERCAPâ

Temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Accuracy:
at +10 … +30 °C (+50 … +86 °F) ±0.5 °C (±32.9 °F)
at −40 … +10 and +30 … +60 °C (−40 … +50 and ±0.6 °C (±33.08 °F)
+86 … +140 °F)
Dew point temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Typical accuracy:
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +140 °F) when dew point ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
depression1 < 15 °C
at −40 … 0 °C and +40 … +60 °C (−40 … +32 °F ±3 °C (±37.4 °F)
and +104 … +140 °F) when dew point depression
< 10 °C 1)
Analog outputs
Accuracy at 20 °C (+68 °F) ±0.2 % of FS
Temperature dependence ±0.01 % of FS/°C (±0.006 % of FS/°F)

1) Dew point depression = ambient temperature − dew point

Table 23 HMP63 calculated parameters

Measurement ranges
Dew point temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Wet bulb temperature −40 … +60°C (−40 … +140°F)
Absolute humidity 0 … 130 g/m3 (0 … 57 gr/ft3)
Mixing ratio 0 … 153 g/kg (0 … 1069 gr/lb)
Enthalpy −40 … 459 kJ/kg (−9.6 … 207 BTU/lb)

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Table 24 HMP63 operating environment

Property Description/Value

Operating temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)

EMC compliance EN 61326-1, basic immunity test requirements

Table 25 HMP63 inputs and outputs

Property Description/Value

Power consumption 1 mA average, max. peak 5 mA

Operating voltage1)
With 1 V / 2.5 V output 5 … 28 VDC
With 5 V output 8 … 28 VDC
With loop power converter 8 … 28 VDC
With digital output 5 … 28 VDC
Start-up time
Probes with analog output 4 s at operating voltage 13.5 … 16.5 VDC
2 s at other valid operating voltages
Probes with digital output 1s
Outputs
2 channels 0 … 1 VDC / 0 … 2.5 VDC / 0 … 5 VDC / 1 … 5 VDC
1-channel loop-power converter (separate 4 … 20 mA
module, compatible with humidity accuracy
only)
Digital output (optional) RS-485 2-wire half duplex, supports Modbus
RTU
External loads
0…1V RL min. 10 kΩ

0 … 2.5 V /0 … 5 V RL min. 50 kΩ

Output parameters
Relative humidity, temperature, dew point temperature, wet bulb temperature, absolute humidity,
mixing ratio, enthalpy

1) Use lowest available operating voltage to minimize heating.

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Table 26 HMP63 mechanical specifications

Property Description/Value

IP rating IP54 1)
Cable connector 4-pin M8 (IEC 60947-5-2)
Materials
Body PC/ABS blend
Grid filter PC (glass reinforced)
Cable Polyurethane or FEP
Weight
Probe 9 g (0.3 oz)
Probe with 0.3 m (1 ft) cable 20 g (0.7 oz)

1) Not applicable with the plastic grid filter.

9.3 HMP110 specifications
Table 27 HMP110 measurement performance

Property Description/Value

Relative humidity
Measurement range 0 … 100 %RH

Accuracy: 1) 2)
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F) ±1.5 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
±2.5 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +80 °C ±3.0 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
(+104 … +176 °F) ±4.0 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
Factory calibration uncertainty ±1.1 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
at +20 °C (+68 °F) ±1.8 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
Humidity sensor types HUMICAPâ 180R
HUMICAPâ 180V

Stability ±2 %RH over 2 years

Temperature
Measurement range −40 … +80 °C (−40 … +176 °F)
Accuracy (probes with analog output):

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Property Description/Value

at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F) ±0.2 °C (±0.36 °F)

at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +80 °C ±0.4 °C (±0.72 °F)
(+104 … +176 °F)
Accuracy (probes with digital output):
at +15 … +25 °C (+59 … +77 °F) ±0.1 °C (±0.18 °F)
at 0 … +15 °C (+ 32 … +59 °F) and +25 … +40 °C ±0.15 °C (±0.27 °F)
(+77 … +104 °F)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +80 °C ±0.4 °C (±0.72 °F)
(+104 … +176 °F)
Temperature sensor Pt1000 RTD Class F0.1 IEC 60751
Dew point temperature
Measurement range −40 … +80 °C (−40 … +176 °F)

Accuracy (at 20 °C (68 °F) and 80 %RH 1)):

at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F)

when dew point depression < +15 °C (+59 °F) 3) ±1 °C (±33.8 °F)
when dew point depression +15 … +25 °C ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
(+59 … +77 °F)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +80 °C ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
(+104 … +176 °F), when when dew point
depression < +15 °C (+59 °F)
Analog outputs
Accuracy at +20 °C (+68 °F) ±0.2 % of FS
Temperature dependence ±0.01 % of FS/°C (±0.006 % of FS/°F)

1) Including non-linearity, hysteresis, and repeatability.

2) With HUMICAPâ 180V sensor, accuracy is not specified below −20 °C (−4 °F) operating
temperature.
3) Dew point depression = ambient temperature − dew point.

Table 28 HMP110 calculated parameters

Property Description/Value

Measurement ranges
Dew point temperature −40 … +80 °C (−40 … +176 °F)
Wet bulb temperature −40 … +80°C (−40 … +176 °F)
Absolute humidity 0 … 291 g/m3 (0 … 127 gr/ft3)

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Property Description/Value

Mixing ratio 0 … 548 g/kg (0 … 3836 gr/lb)

Enthalpy −40 … 1530 kJ/kg (−9.6 … 674 BTU/lb)

Table 29 HMP110 operating environment

Property Description/Value

Operating temperature −40 … +80 °C (−40 … +176 °F)

EMC compliance EN 61326-1, industrial environment

Table 30 HMP110 inputs and outputs

Property Description/Value

Power consumption 1 mA average, max. peak 5 mA

Operating voltage 1)
With 1 V / 2.5 V output 5 … 28 VDC
With 5 V output 8 … 28 VDC
With loop power converter 8 … 28 VDC
With digital output 5 … 28 VDC
Start-up time
HMP110 probes with analog output 4 s at operating voltage 13.5 … 16.5 VDC
2 s at other valid operating voltages
HMP110 probes with digital output 1s
Outputs
2 channels 0 … 1 VDC / 0 … 2.5 VDC / 0 … 5 VDC / 1 … 5 VDC
1-channel loop-power converter (separate 4 … 20 mA
module, compatible with humidity accuracy
only)
Digital output (HMP110 probes with digital RS-485 2-wire half duplex, supports Modbus
output) RTU
External loads
0…1V RL min 10 kΩ

0 … 2.5 V /0 … 5 V RL min 50 kΩ

Output parameters

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Property Description/Value

Relative humidity, temperature, dew point temperature, wet bulb temperature, absolute humidity,
mixing ratio, enthalpy

1) Use lowest available operating voltage to minimize heating.

Table 31 HMP110 mechanical specifications

Property Description/Value

IP rating IP65 1)
Body thread MI2x1 / 10 mm (0.4 in)
Cable connector M8 4-pin female (IEC 60947-5-2)
Materials
Body Stainless steel (AISI 316)
Grid filter Chrome coated ABS plastic
Cable Polyurethane or FEP
Weight
Probe 17 g (0.6 oz)
Probe with 0.3 m (1 ft) cable 28 g (1 oz)

1) Applicable with stainless steel sintered filter and PTFE sintered filter only.

9.4 HMP113 specifications
Table 32 HMP113 measurement performance

Property Description/Value

Relative humidity
Measurement range 0 … 100 %RH
Accuracy (incl. non-linearity, hysteresis, and repeatability):
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F) ±1.5 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
±2.5 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +60 °C ±3.0 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
(+104 … +140 °F) ±4.0 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)
Factory calibration uncertainty at +20 °C ±1.1 %RH (0 … 90 %RH)
(+68 °F): ±1.8 %RH (90 … 100 %RH)

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Property Description/Value

Humidity sensor HUMICAPâ 180R

Stability ±2 %RH over 2 years

Temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Accuracy:
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F) ±0.2 °C (±0.36 °F)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +60 °C ±0.4 °C (±0.72 °F)
(+104 … +140 °F)
Temperature sensor Pt1000 RTD Class F0.1 IEC 60751
Dew point temperature
Measurement range −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Accuracy (incl. non-linearity, hysteresis, and repeatability):
at 0 … +40 °C (+32 … +104 °F)
when dew point depression < +15 °C (+59 °F) 1) ±1 °C (±33.8 °F)
when dew point depression +15 … +25 °C ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
(+59 … +77 °F)
at −40 … 0 °C (−40 … +32 °F) and +40 … +60 °C ±2 °C (±35.6 °F)
(+104 … +140 °F), when dew point depression
< +15 °C (+59 °F)
Analog outputs
Accuracy at +20 °C (+68 °F) ±0.2 % of FS
Temperature dependence ±0.01 % of FS/°C (±0.006 % of FS/°F)

1) Dew point depression = ambient temperature − dew point

Table 33 HMP113 calculated parameters

Property Description/Value

Measurement ranges
Dew point temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Wet bulb temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)
Absolute humidity 0 … 130 g/m3 (0 … 57 gr/ft3)
Mixing ratio 0 … 153 g/kg (0 … 1069 gr/lb)
Enthalpy −40 … 459 kJ/kg (−9.6 … 207 BTU/lb)

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Table 34 HMP113 operating environment

Property Description/Value

Operating temperature −40 … +60 °C (−40 … +140 °F)

EMC compliance EN 61326-1, basic immunity test requirements

Table 35 HMP113 inputs and outputs

Property Description/Value

Power consumption 1 mA average, max. peak 5 mA

Operating voltage 1)

With 1 V / 2.5 V output 5 … 28 VDC

With 5 V output 8 … 28 VDC
With loop power converter 8 … 28 VDC
With digital output 5 … 28 VDC
Start-up time
Probes with analog output 4 s at operating voltage 13.5 … 16.5 VDC
2 s at other valid operating voltages
Probes with digital output 1s
Outputs
2 channels 0 … 1 VDC / 0 … 2.5 VDC / 0 … 5 VDC / 1 … 5 VDC
1-channel loop-power converter (separate 4 … 20 mA
module, compatible with humidity accuracy
only)
Digital output (optional) RS-485 2-wire half duplex, supports Modbus
RTU
External loads
0…1V RL min 10 kΩ

0 … 2.5 V /0 … 5 V RL min 50 kΩ

Output parameters
Relative humidity, temperature, dew point temperature, wet bulb temperature, absolute humidity,
mixing ratio, enthalpy

1) Use lowest available operating voltage to minimize heating.

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Table 36 HMP113 mechanical specifications

Property Description/Value

IP rating IP54 1)
Cable connector 4-pin M8 (IEC 60947-5-2)
Materials
Body PC/ABS blend
Grid filter PC (glass reinforced)
Cable Polyurethane or FEP
Weight
Probe 9 g (0.3 oz)
Probe with 0.3 m (1 ft) cable 20 (0.7 oz)

1) Not applicable with the plastic grid filter.

9.5 Probe dimensions

9.5.1 HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T dimensions

71 [2.8]

[0.47]
M12x1

Ø 12

Figure 19 HMP60, HMP110, and HMP110T dimensions in mm [in]

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max. 3 [0.12]

Figure 20 Installation with plastic M12 nuts

9.5.2 HMP63 and HMP113 dimensions

79.5 [3.13]
[0.55]

24.5 [0.96]
Ø 14

[0.47]
Ø 12
3.5
[0.14]

Figure 21 HMP63 and HMP113 dimensions in mm [in]

68 [2.68]
Ø 21.6 [0.85]

M15x1

Figure 22 HMP63 and HMP113 with plastic locking bushing

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9.6 Spare parts and accessories

Information on spare parts, accessories, and calibration products is available
online at www.vaisala.com and store.vaisala.com.

Table 37 HMP60, HMP63, HMP110, and HMP113 spare parts and accessories

Item Item code

Sensors
For HMP60 and HMP63:
Vaisala INTERCAPâ sensor, 1 pc 15778HM

Vaisala INTERCAPâ sensor, 10 pcs INTERCAPSET-10PCS

For HMP110 and HMP113:

Vaisala HUMICAPâ 180R HUMICAP180R

Vaisala HUMICAPâ 180V HUMICAP180V

Sensor protection
For HMP60 and HMP110:
Plastic grid filter DRW010522SP
Membrane filter DRW010525SP
Stainless steel sintered filter HM46670SP
PTFE membrane filter with stainless steel grid ASM212652SP
PTFE sintered filter DRW244938SP
For HMP63 and HMP113:
Plastic grid filter DRW240185SP
Plastic grid with membrane filter ASM210856SP
Stainless steel sintered filter HM47280SP
Porous PTFE filter 219452SP
Probe installation
For HMP60 and HMP110:
Probe mounting clamp set, 10 pcs 226067
Probe mounting flange 226061
Probe holder, 5 pcs ASM213382SP
Plastic M12 installation nuts, 1 pair 18350SP

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Item Item code

Flat extension cable 1 m (3 ft) 1) CBL210649SP

For HMP63 and HMP113:

Probe mounting clamp set, 10 pcs 226067
Probe mounting flange 226061
Probe holder, 5 pcs ASM213382SP
Plastic locking bushing (3 pcs) for attaching the DRW238590SP
probe to HM40 indicator

Connection adapters 2)
4 … 20 mA loop power converter UI-CONVERTER-1CB
Mounting bracket for converter 225979
USB cable for PC connection 219690
Connection cable for MI70 indicator 219980SP
Connection cables with open wires
+60 °C 0.3 m (+140 °F 1 ft) HMP50Z032SP
+60 °C 1.2 m (+140 °F 4 ft) HMP50Z120
+60 °C 3 m (+140 °F 9.8 ft) HMP50Z300SP
+80 °C 1.5 m (+176 °F 5 ft) 225777SP
+80 °C 3 m (+176 °F 10 ft) 225229SP
+180 °C 1.5 m (+356 °F 5 ft) FEP 238025
+180 °C 3 m (+356 °F 10 ft) FEP 226902SP

1) Connection cable 219980SP is also needed if this cable is used with MI70 indicator.
2) No separate adapter is needed for HM40 compatibility.

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Appendix A. Modbus reference

A.1 Communication settings
The following table lists the default Modbus serial settings of devices ordered with the Modbus
configuration option.

Table 38 Modbus communication settings

Property Description/Value

Serial bit rate 19200

Parity None
Number of data bits 8
Number of stop bits 2
Flow control None
Modbus device address 240
Serial delay 0
Communication mode Modbus RTU

You can use up to 32 probes on the same RS-485 line when the communication speed is
19200 bps or lower. You must configure each probe on the line to have a different Modbus
address.

RS-485 termination must not be used with HMP60/HMP110 series probes.

After power-up, it may take up to 2 seconds before the probe responds to any
Modbus request.

A.2 Function codes
Table 39 Supported Modbus function codes

Function code Function code (hexadecimal) Name

03 03hex Read Holding Registers

16 10hex Write Multiple Registers

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Function code Function code (hexadecimal) Name

43 / 14 2Bhex / 0Ehex Read Device Identification

A.3 Data encoding
In the data registers, the numeric values are available in one or two formats with separate
register addresses: 32-bit IEEE floating point format and/or 16-bit signed integer format.

For values that have both 32-bit and 16-bit register available, use of the 32-bit
register is recommended.

A.3.1 32-bit floating point or 32-bit integer format

Registers using 32-bit float data format are encoded using the binary32 encoding defined in
IEEE 754. The format is also known as "single-precision floating point format".
The least significant 16 bits of a floating point number are placed at the Modbus register listed
in the table, while the most significant 16 bits are placed in the register with number/
address + 1, as specified in Open Modbus TCP Specification, Release 1.0. This is also known as
"little-endian" or "Modicon" word order.
Despite the specification, some Modbus masters may expect a "big-endian" word order (most
significant word first). In such case, you must select "word-swapped" floating point format in
your Modbus master for the Modbus registers of the device.
A complete 32-bit floating point or 32-bit integer value should be read and written in a single
Modbus transaction.

CAUTION! Reading the measurement data registers with incorrect floating

point format setting may occasionally result in correct-looking, but nevertheless
incorrect values.

It is highly recommended to verify that you have configured the floating point
format correctly on your Modbus host system by reading a floating point value
from a test value register.

More information
‣ Test value registers (page 90)

A.3.2 16-bit integer format

Some 16-bit integer values in the data registers are scaled to include the necessary decimals.
The scaling factors for those values are shown in the register tables.

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Table 40 Interpretation of 16-bit signed integer values

Value (decimal) Value (hexadecimal) Description

0 … 32766 0000hex … 7FFEhex Value in range 0 … 32766

32767 7FFFhex Value is 32767 or larger

32768 8000hex Value is not available

32769 8001hex Value is −32767 or smaller

32770 … 65535 8002hex … FFFFhex Value in range −32766 … −1 (2’s complement)

A.4 Modbus registers
Registers are numbered in decimal, starting from 1. Register addresses in actual Modbus
messages (Modbus Protocol Data Unit (PDU)) are in hexadecimal and start from zero. Register
number 1 corresponds to address 0hex in the actual Modbus message.

CAUTION! Reading the wrong register(s) may result in correct-looking values.

Check the reference documentation of your Modbus host (PLC) to verify which
notation it uses for Modbus register addresses.

A.4.1 Measurement data registers

Table 41 Modbus measurement data registers (read-only)

Register Address Register description Data format Unit

number

Floating point values

1 0000hex Relative humidity 32-bit float %RH

0001hex

3 0002hex Temperature 1) 32-bit float °C

0003hex

9 0008hex Dew/frost point temperature 32-bit float °C

0009hex

15 000Ehex Absolute humidity 32-bit float g/m3

000Fhex

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Register Address Register description Data format Unit

number

17 0010hex Mixing ratio 32-bit float g/kg

0011hex

19 0012hex Wet-bulb temperature 32-bit float °C

0013hex

27 001Ahex Enthalpy 32-bit float kJ/kg

001Bhex

Integer values
257 0100hex Relative humidity 16-bit integer %RH * 10

258 0101hex Temperature 1) 16-bit integer °C * 10

261 0104hex Dew/frost point temperature 16-bit integer °C * 10

264 0107hex Absolute humidity 16-bit integer g/m3 * 10

265 0108hex Mixing ratio 16-bit integer g/kg * 10

266 0109hex Wet-bulb temperature 16-bit integer °C * 10

270 010Dhex Enthalpy 16-bit integer kJ/kg * 10

1) Only temperature output is available in probe model HMP110T.

A.4.2 Configuration registers

Table 42 Modbus configuration data registers (writable)

Register number Register address Register Data format Unit / Valid range
description

Filtering
785 0310hex Measurement 32-bit float 0.001 (maximum
filtering factor filtering) … 1.000
0311hex (no filtering)
Communication
1537 0600hex Modbus address 16-bit integer 1 … 247

1538 0601hex Bit rate 1) 16-bit integer 5 = 9600

6 = 19200
7 = 38400
8 = 57600

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Register number Register address Register Data format Unit / Valid range
description

1539 0602hex Parity, data, stop 16-bit integer 0 = None, 8, 1

bits 1) 1 = None, 8, 2
2 = Even, 8, 1
3 = Even, 8, 2
4 = Odd, 8, 1
5 = Odd, 8, 2
1540 0603hex Response delay 16-bit integer 0 … 1020 ms

1541 0604hex Protocol 16-bit integer 6 = Modbus RTU

1542 0605hex Restart device 16-bit integer When writing to

register:
1 = Restart
the device

1) Changed setting will be activated on device restart.

If incompatible settings/protocol are selected and the probe is then restarted, it

might no longer be possible to communicate with the probe using Modbus. You
can override invalid communication settings in Vaisala Insight software, Settings
menu. See Vaisala Insight software (page 31).

A.4.3 Status registers

Table 43 Modbus status data registers (read-only)

Register Address Register description Data Note

number format

513 0200hex Error status 16-bit 0000hex: One or more errors active
integer
0001hex: No errors

516 0203hex Error code 32-bit

integer
0204hex

518 0205hex Security hash 32-bit Security hash changes when any
integer change is made to device settings
0206hex or adjustments, but also returns
back to the previous value if such
changes are reverted completely.

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Table 44 Error codes on Modbus interface

Error code Corresponding error

register value

1 Temperature measurement error. [44]

2 Humidity measurement error. [45]
4 Humidity sensor failure. [46]
8 Capacitance reference error. [47]
16 Ambient temperature out of range. [48]
32 Firmware checksum mismatch. [49]
64 Device settings corrupted. [50]
128 Additional configuration settings corrupted. [51]
256 Sensor coefficients corrupted. [52]
512 Main configuration settings corrupted. [53]
2048 Supply voltage out of range. [55]
8192 Non-volatile memory read/write failure. [57]
16384 Calibration certificate checksum mismatch. [58]

If several errors are active at the same time, the Modbus error code register contains the sum
of currently active error codes.
Refer to Error messages in Insight software (page 67) for more information about the error
states.

A.4.4 Test value registers

Read the known test values from the test registers to verify the functionality of your Modbus
implementation.

Table 45 Modbus test registers (read-only)

Register number Register address Register Data format Test value

description

7937 1F00hex Signed integer 16-bit integer -12345

test
7938 1F01hex Floating point 32-bit float -123.45
test
1F02hex

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Register number Register address Register Data format Test value

description

7940 1F03hex Text string test text Text string

"-123.45"
1F04hex
1F05hex
1F06hex

A.5 Device identification objects

Table 46 Device identification objects

Object Object ID Object name Example contents

ID (hexadecimal)

0 00hex VendorName "Vaisala"

1 01hex ProductCode "HMP113"

2 02hex MajorMinorVersion "2.4.0"

Software version of the device.
3 03hex VendorUrl "http://www.vaisala.com"

4 04hex ProductName "Vaisala HUMICAP(R) Humidity and

Temperature Probe HMP113"
5 05hex ModelName "R00A0C1A0"
Configuration code of the device. Length
and content of the code are model-
specific.
128 80hex SerialNumber 1) "J1140501"

129 81hex CalibrationDate 1) "2020-06-01"

Calibration date in YYYY-MM-DD format.
Empty string if not set/valid.
130 82hex CalibrationText 1) "Vaisala/HEL"
Calibration information text. Empty string
if not set/valid.

1) Vaisala-specific device information object

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A.6 Modbus communication examples

Reading relative humidity value

The device address used in the following examples is 240 (F0hex).

The values returned by the device change depending on ambient conditions
and/or device settings.

Request Response

Bytes on the line Description Bytes on the line Description

(hexadecimal) (hexadecimal)
(silence for 3.5 bytes) Start of Modbus RTU (silence for 3.5 bytes) Start of Modbus RTU
frame frame
F0hex Probe address F0hex Probe address

03hex Function (Read 03hex Function (Read

Holding Registers) Holding Registers)
00hex Register address 04hex Number of data bytes

00hex 7Ahex Value of first register

(least significant
00hex Number of 16-bit E1hex word)
registers to read (2)
02hex 41hex Value of second
register (most
D1hex Modbus RTU F4hex significant word)
checksum
2Ahex 62hex Modbus RTU
checksum
(silence for 3.5 bytes) End of Modbus RTU 05hex
frame
(silence for 3.5 bytes) End of Modbus RTU
frame

Communication description

Register number 1 (1-based Modbus register number) = address 0000hex (0-based address
used in actual communication).
Data format Two 16-bit Modbus registers interpreted as IEEE 754 binary32 floating
point value, least significant word first.
Returned value 41F47AE1hex, which is binary32 representation of 30.56 (%RH).

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Writing filtering factor value

Request Response

Bytes on the Line Description Bytes on the Line Description

(Hexadecimal) (Hexadecimal)
(silence for 3.5 bytes) Start of Modbus RTU (silence for 3.5 bytes) Start of Modbus RTU
frame frame
F0hex Transmitter address F0hex Transmitter address

10hex Function (Write 10hex Function (Write

Multiple Registers) Multiple Registers)
03hex Register address 03hex Register address

10hex 10hex

00hex Number of registers to 00hex Number of 16-bit

write (2) registers written (2)
02hex 02hex

04hex Number of data bytes 55hex Modbus RTU

checksum
CChex Value for the first 68hex
register (least
CDhex significant word) (silence for 3.5 bytes) End of Modbus RTU
frame
3Ehex Value for the second
register (most The response to a write
4Chex significant word) function informs that the
function was correctly received
5Ehex Modbus RTU by the device. It does not
checksum guarantee that the written
96hex
value was accepted by the
(silence for 3.5 bytes) End of Modbus RTU device (for example, in case of
frame out-of-range values).
To verify that the value was
really accepted by the device,
read the register value after
writing.

Communication description

Register number 785 (1-based Modbus register number) = address 0310hex (0-based
address used in actual communication).
Data format Two 16-bit Modbus registers interpreted as IEEE 754 binary32 floating
point value, least significant word first.
Value to write 0.2, in binary32 format 3E4CCCCDhex.

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Recycling
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