Description
SPECIFICATIONS
| MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Sensor logging interval | ZL6 Basic: 60 min (average or accumulation of 60, 1-min sensor readings) ZL6 and ZL6 Pro: 5 min to 12 h (average or accumulation of 1-min sensor reading) |
| Logger reporting interval | ZL6 Basic: None ZL6: Hourly with additional charges for more frequent reporting ZL6 Pro: Hourly with the ability to enable more frequent reporting |
| Timekeeping | ZL6 Basic: Synchronize with ZENTRA Utility or ZENTRA Utility Mobile ZL6 and ZL6 Pro: Synchronize automatically and on-demand; GPS, cellular, or ZENTRA Utility software |
| COMMUNICATION SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Computer communication | Standard USB cable, USB A to micro-USB B |
| Internet downloads | SSL/TLS encrypted |
| Cellular communication (ZL6 and ZL6 Pro) | 3G Specifications: UMTS 3G 5-band cellular module with 2G fallback Coverage: AT&T® and T-Mobile® in USA, 550+ global partner carriers. Cellular and data hosting service provided by METER4G Specifications: 4G LTE-M and NB-IoT cellular Coverage: AT&T® in USA. Cellular and data hosting service provided by METER |
| Mobile communication | Bluetooth 5.2 supporting Bluetooth Low Energy protocol |
| GPS communication (ZL6 and ZL6 Pro) | Type: Integrated 56-channel GPS/QZSS receiver Update: Daily (automatic) and on-demand (manual) Accuracy: ±3 m, with good sky view |
| PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Dimensions | Length: 14.9 cm (5.9 in) Width: 6.3 cm (2.5 in) Height: 25.0 cm (9.9 in) |
| Enclosure material | Weather-, impact-, and UV-resistant polymer |
| Enclosure rating | IP56, NEMA 3R |
| Enclosure access | Hinged door with latches and eyelets for lock or zip tie |
| Sensor input ports | 6 (supports METER analog, digital, or pulse sensors) |
| Sensor port type | 3.5-mm stereo plug connector |
| Memory type | Nonvolatile flash, full data retention with loss of power |
| Data storage | ZL6 Basic: 2 MB (20,000 to 30,000 records depending on configuration) ZL6 and ZL6 Pro: 8 MB (40,000 to 80,000+ records depending on configuration) |
| Battery capacity | ZL6 Basic: 6 AA alkaline batteries ZL6 and ZL6 Pro: 6 AA NiMH or alkaline batteries |
| Battery life | Alkaline: 3–12 months depending on configuration NiMH: 3+ years with unobstructed view of sun. Charging through solar energy harvesting or USB |
| Operating temperature range | Minimum: –40 °C Maximum: +60 °C |
| COMPLIANCE | Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 EM ISO/IEC 17050:2010 (CE Mark) |




