Overview
OTT XLink 2000 is a secure, scalable datalogger built for modern monitoring networks in hydrological, urban, and environmental applications. Designed for long-term reliability and future-ready operation, it combines encrypted communication, user authentication, regular firmware updates, and a modular hardware architecture to support evolving communication standards and sensor technologies.
With intuitive configuration via LinkComm software, convenient remote access, and compatibility with digital and analog sensors from different manufacturers, the XLink 2000 helps organizations deploy, manage, and expand monitoring systems efficiently. Its robust design, flexible communication options, and support from the OTT service team make it a reliable foundation for resilient monitoring networks.
Benefits
Future-proof and Secure
Ott XLink 2000 is designed for long-term adaptability and robust security, with a design that ensures reliable operation. Besides encrypted communication and user authentication, XLink 2000 inherits Ott’s legacy of proactive firmware updates, ensuring critical security features are always current. You remain compliant with evolving standards and protected against emerging threats. Its modular hardware architecture ensures compatibility with emerging communication standards and sensor technologies – making it a truly scalable and future-proof solution.Plug-and-Play Configuration
Combining proven reliability with modern innovation, the Ott XLink 2000 offers intuitive configuration via the LinkComm software. It features convenient remote access, a user-friendly interface, as well as regular firmware and software updates.Versatile Across Monitoring Applications
Thanks to its sensor-agnostic design, the XLink 2000 works with a wide range of sensor types and brands, regardless of manufacturer, following the same means of configuration of other loggers in our portfolio. Its flexibility allows users to mix and match digital and analog sensors across, hydrological, urban and environmental applications – ensuring compatibility with future technologies and eliminating the need for system overhauls.Excellent Support From Experienced Team
Ott offers extended warranties of up to five years, including premium coverage for unexpected events such as lightning, power surges, vandalism, or accidental damage. Our experienced service team is always available to provide expert assistance and peace of mind.Specifications
Technical Attributes
| DIN Rail | With DIN rail |
| Size | 255 mm x 141 mm x 53 mm | 10.04 × 5.55 × 2.09 in (incl. screw terminal strip, connectors & mounting) |
| Weight | 1 kg | 2.2 lbs |
| IP Rating | IP40 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +70°C | -40 ... +158 °F |
| Voltage | +10 ... +28 VDC |
| Quiescent power consumption | < 17 mA @ +12 VDC (datalogger only) |
| Analog voltage input – differential | 2x; input range: ± 5 V (each input must not exceed the input range of the unbalanced voltage input); accuracy & resolution: ± 0.05% FS | 0.06 µV |
| Analog voltage input – unbalanced | 4x; input range: 0 ... 0.025 V; 0 ... 5 V; accuracy & resolution: ± 0.05% FS | 0.06 µV |
| Digital inputs / outputs | Number of inputs: 2, pulse input (1 x) | +3 … +28 V; input type: status, counter, frequency; max. input frequency: 10 KHz, optional debouncing of the input signal; number of outputs: 5; output types: switch supply voltage: SDI-12 (2 x); RS-485 (2 x); V (1 x) 1 |
| Analog-4-20mA input | 1x; accuracy @ 25 °C (77 °F): 0.1 % error at FS |
| SDI-12 Interface | 2x (electronically independent of each other); interface design: SDI-12 specification version 1.4; overcurrent protection: yes – 0.5 A |
| RS-485 Interface | 2x (electronically independent of each other); protocol: SDI-12 via RS-485; Modbus; Lufft UMB |
| RS-232 interface (EIA-485) | 2x; connectors: D-Sub, 9-pin, male; protocol: Modbus: max 115.200 Bits/s & Cell modem: max 1 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet interface | 2x; power over ethernet: no; plug connector: RJ-45; transmission speed: up to 1 Gbits/s Ethernet; Compatible with IP cameras with REST-API (HTTP/HTTPS) |
| Interface for external data storage | 2x USB-A Host & slot for microSD card |
| Data storage | Available data storage for measured values: 8 GB; reserved for operating system: 2 GB; sample interval: 1 s ... 24 hrs |
| Data communication | Transmission interval: 1 min ... 24 hrs; communication channels: Ethernet LAN, cell, Wi-Fi; IP communication protocols: FTP, FTPS, SFTP, HTTP, HTTPS ; encryption (SSL): TLS 1.3; cipher suites: all algorithms supported |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, ISED |
| SDI-12 Interface | 2x (electronically independent of each other); interface design: SDI-12 specification version 1.4; overcurrent protection: yes – 0.5 A |