CA 601 Simple Logger
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1. 5 2 Cleaning Clean the logger with a cloth dampened with soap and water when necessary Take precautions not to get the inside of the logger wet B Dry before use 5 3 Metrological verification It is essential that all measuring instruments are regularly calibrated For checking and calibration of your instrument please contact our accredited laboratories list on request or the Chauvin Arnoux subsidiary or Agent in your country Repairs under or out of guarantee Please return the product to your distributor 6 TO ORDER 100 RMS current module input 0 to 1 V AC P01 1569 11 1 110 RMS current module input 0 to 1 A AC rns P01 1569 16 230 RMS current module input 0 to 300 V AC P01 1569 21 L 260 RMS current module input 0 to 600 V AC P01 1569 26 600 Temperature module internal thermistor P01 1569 31 605 Temperature module internal thermistor and external thermistor P01 1569 36 601 RMS AC current 090 P01 1568 02 Delivered with a digital data logger a 3 1 2 diskette containing the Windows software an RS 232 cable with 9 pin connectors at each end a 9 V alkaline battery NEMA 1604 6JF22 6LR61 and this user s manual Optional accessories and replacement parts A variety of input cables and probes are available from CHAUVIN ARNOUX for2. 2 4 Main components s TO 2 5 Specifications cdi 2 6 Data storage function 18 2 7 IPNOCAULOMS 15 3 ei 15 31 License Agreement orate tete c ta Et FERRE RADI SEAE RO FEE EE EE erh 15 3 2 Minimum Computer Requirements rete 15 3 3 Installation ss 3 4 Getting En WEE 16 3 5 er Nun ET 18 3 6 File 2 3 7 Time Sel cioe irse eee p yc Yen e We EX a ER EY E XXX RE Fe REN 25 318 DOWNMOAGING EE 26 3 9 Port i 3 10 FUN Te DEO LE 28 CREWS 29 3 12 Help 3 13 Examining Data 314 ZOOM fU EE 3 15 Graph Statistics E 3 16 Appendix A Importing TXT Files from the Logger into a spreadsheet 34 317 Appendix B Troubl shootlligi ncc rer me t reete eee b e an e e en ar cannes 37 GLOSSARY ice bati dede Gb etie hn decide a b nda fie edu hid ede 38 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Changing the battery 5 2 5 9 Metrological Mee EE A0 TO ORDER E Optional accessories and replacement parts APPENDIX 7 1 Error the temperature range L 600 L 605 dee 7 2 Resolution L 600 and L 605 irm mter be nt trad 42 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 How to use this manual This manual is a reference guide for both the Logger and the graphic software We advise you to read this manual
3. Displayed Graph Max 231 0 Aug 214 6 100 SAVED 2 0 Points 5765 Figure3 2 The File Menu Annotate Save as TXT To save the data for analysis by a spreadsheet program or for later display by the Logger software select Save As from the File command In the dialog box that opens give the new file name Up to eight characters are allowed The file extension TXT will be added automatically The status box at the bottom right of the graph will change from unsaved to saved and its colour will change from yellow to green The resulting file can be imported into most spreadsheet programs It has comma separators and it has the date and time expressed as a number in the format that is common among spreadsheet programs Within the spreadsheet program you can format the date and time column as date or time or both date and time or you can copy it into a second column to display both date and time separately See Appendix A for assistance on importing data to a spreadsheet NOTE The Zoom function does not affect recording of the data The complete recording is saved even if part of it is not displayed in the graph at that moment B Open To retrieve a stored file select Open and then select the required file in the list of files in the dialog box Double click on the file or highlight the file and click on to open it The graph will then b
4. P01 1575 17 External 1 5m Thermistor Probe with 4 stainless steel sheath 4 P01 1575 18 7 APPENDIX 7 1 Error in the temperature range L 600 and L 605 2 00 1 00 0 00 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 10 1 00 Input temperature in C 2 00 Error in 4 00 5 00 6 00 8 00 9 00 7 2 Resolution L 600 L 605 45 T Range 4 1 2 3 3 5 5 9 S E 2 3 25 o e m i 2 A 1 5 A A b 1 9 5 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 Temperature in CHAUVIN ARNOUX 07 99 Code 906 121 568 Ed 2 Deutschland CA GmbH StraBburger Str 34 77694 Kehl Rhein Tel 07851 99 26 0 Fax 07851 99 26 60 CA Iberica C Roger de Flor 293 08025 Barcelona Tel 93 459 08 11 Fax 93 459 14 43 Italia AMRA CA SpA Torricelli 22 20035 Lissone MI Tel 039 2 45 75 45 Fax 039 48 15 61 sterreich CA Ges m b H Slamastrasse 29 3 1230 Wien Tel 1 61 61 9 61 Fax 1 61 61 9 61 61 Schweiz CA AG Einsiedlerstrasse 535 8810 Horgen Tel 01 727 75 55 Fax 01 727 75 56 UK UK Ltd Waldeck House Waldeck road Maidenhead SL6 8br Tel 01
5. STANDBY RECORDING or OL N Inputs 5 O Fixing tab RS 232 interface Figure 2 4a Indicator Push button RS 232 interface 2 Figure 2 46 Inputs and outputs For Lxxx models the left side of the data logger incorporates input connectors compatible with the sensors for which your Logger was designed See table 2 3 for a further description of the input specifications and the connector system for the model you purchased The RS 232 interface is located on the right side for the Lxxx model and on the front panel for the C A 601 clamp Mounting model Lxxx Your Logger is equipped with clearance holes in the base plate tabs for mounting See figure 2 4a for location For less permanent mounting the Velcro pads supplied as accessories can be attached to the data logger and the surface to which the data logger will be mounted Battery installation Under normal conditions the battery will last up to a year of continuous recording unless the logger is re started very frequently In the OFF mode the logger puts almost no load on the battery Use the OFF mode when the logger is net in use and replace the battery once a year in normal use If the logger will be used at temperatures below 0 C or is frequently turned on and off replace the battery every six to nine months 5 1 Replacing the battery 2 5 Specifications 2 5 1 Model Lxxx Number of channels 1 Input See table 2
6. 601 Simple Logger L100 L110 L230 L260 L600 L605 User s manual Meaning of the symbol Warning Please refer to the User s Manual before using the instrument In this User s Manual the instructions preceded by the above symbol should they not be carried out as shown can result in a physical accident or damage the instrument and the installations Meaning of the IO symbol This device is protected by a double insulation or by a reinforced insulation No linking is required from the protection earth terminal to ensure the electrical security Thank you for purchasing a Simple Logger 601 AC RMS Current Logger To get the best service from this instrument read this user s manual carefully and respect the safety precautions detailed PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Read this instruction manual completely before attempting to use or service this instrument and follow all safety information Read the Safety Specifications section carefully before using the Logger NEVER exceed the maximum working voltage ratings given ALWAYS make connections from the logger to the circuit under test NEVER open the logger while connected to any circuit or input ALWAYS inspect the instrument accessories and leads prior to use Replace any defective parts immediately with factory parts Before any intervention Models Lxxx Disconnect all the leads from the Logger C A 601
7. 02 96 11 46 52 Figure A 2 Spreadsheet formatted with Two Columns Displaying the Date and Time in One Column Opening a Simple Logger TXT file Lotus 123 The following example used Lotus 123 version 5 0 in a Windows 95 environment 1 After opening the Lotus 123 program click on the icon to open a file or select File from the command line and then select Open In the dialog box that appears in the field that is labelled File Type Select Text Then change the directory to the directory where your Logger TXT files are stored This will be called SIMPLOG if you accepted the default choice offered by the Logger installation program All the TXT files appear in the window Double click on the file that you want to open or highlight it and click on The data will now appear in your spreadsheet in two columns Column A and B will look similar to that shown in figure A 3 below A B Loggerfile Arms 35401 49 3 5 35401 49 5 35401 49 9 35401 49 13 5 35401 49 17 35401 49 20 35401 49 23 5 35401 49 27 5 35401 49 31 35401 49 34 5 35401 49 38 Figure A 3 Data Imported into Lotus 123 Column A contains a decimal number that represents both date and time Lotus can convert this number directly as follows 1 2 3 7 8 Click on the B at the top of the column to select the entire column Next select the command and then select to add a new column B to the file Next cli
8. 4 C No Logger Figure 3 10 Com Port Selection the logger does not respond to the computer or if communication is unreliable there may be a conflict between the Logger software and software that is using another port which is served by the same interrupt request IRQ Normally IRQ4 serves ports 1 and COMS while IRQ3 serves ports COM2 and COMA If you experience difficulty with communication between the logger and your computer check to see what device if any is using the COM port that shares an interrupt request with the logger You may need to disable that device when the logger is connected Once on line with a data logger you will see data logger information in the upper right side of the screen The information will include first data point last data point sample rate number of data points logger ID number and com port in use and current data point Figure 3 11 shows a typical display To obtain the mot recent data from the logger click on the Update button The data displayed on the screen will be updated E Simple Logger Software File Time Set Download Port Date Frmt Logger Humber 319 is connected ENGU x First data point 06 24 98 03 16 16 2 readings per hour Simple Logger Last data point 10 22 98 05 16 16 pm 5765 points 05 33 56 pm 1 1230 225 00 V rms update Simple Logger Figure 3 11 Data Logger Update 3 10 Function T
9. OFF mode If you need to recover data from a logger that has been turned off press the button three or four times in rapid succession This will cause the logger to skip clearing its memory and go directly from OFF into the STANDBY mode You can then download the data using the normal procedure However when the logger was in the OFF mode its clock was not running To have the time scale on the data correct use the Time Set function in the Simple Logger software to set the program s time back by the period recording end date and time that the logger was turned off before downloading the data If you woke the logger immediately before downloading the data set the program s time to the time the logger was turned off 2 6 4 Downloading Recorded Data to your Computer The manual for your computer should indicate where to find the serial port and which COM designation it has If your computer has a 25 pin serial port rather than a 9 pin port you will need to get a 25 to 9 pin adapter If your serial port is being used by your mouse it will be necessary to disable the mouse driver and operate the software using the keyboard see precautions 2 7 Serial cable Simple Logger Computer Keyboard Figure 2 6 Connecting The Data Logger To The Computer s Serial Port 2 7 Precautions 1 Sincethe instrument case is designed accordance with the safety norms RS 232 galvanically insulated it is possible to download the data while
10. Simple Logger software allows the operator to define up to 17 points along the scale for DC current measurement type data loggers Any combination of points may be used to create the scale which allows the user to plot both linear and non linear data See Figures 3 5 and 3 6 4 to 20 ma Eile 50 Fig 3 5 Software version 4 0 or higher is required for this feature 10 Volt Die 0 320 1 2 UNITS 3 5 6 7 8 0 3 0 5 10 Clear All 10 Deman Volt Close Fig 3 6 E Simple Logger Software Time Set Download Port Date Frmt Gave Es Ho Connection 2 Creating A Library of Scale From the main menu select File and then Scaling Select the type of logger to be scaled from the choices presented See Figure 4 A window similar to Figure 5 will appear as soon as you make your selection This window shows the programmable scale points and the programmable units field Help Open Print Graph mt Graph lipboard 4 Oto 100 mv Oto 10V PROFILE ENTRY Will not affect existing data ma Clear All Fig 3 7 The left side of the screen provides the scale and unit programming while the right side displays the profile of the programmed scale in relationship to the actual input to the data logger Scale values entered here will not effect the current graph should one be on screen This window is strictly for creating templates
11. both date and time Excel can convert this number directly as follows 1 og gt 8 9 Click on the A at the top of the column The entire column should be highlighted Next click on Format and select Cells from the pull down menu In the dialog box that opens click on Date Next select the date format you desire and click on to reformat the column Click on the B at the top of the column The entire column should be highlighted Next click on Inser and select Columns from the pull down menu Next click on the A at the top of column A to select the entire column Then click on Copy Icon to copy the whole column Move your cursor into cell 1 of column B and then click on Paste Icon to insert a duplicate of column A into column B This is necessary if you want to show date and time Next click on Format and select the Cells from the pull down menu 10 In the dialog box that opens click on Time 11 Next click on the format you desire and click on OK to reformat the column Figure A 2 shows a typical spreadsheet with date time and value displayed It will be necessary to change the column width to see all the data A B 12 02 96 11 45 17 12 02 96 11 45 20 12 02 96 11 45 23 5 12 02 96 11 45 27 5 12 02 96 11 45 31 12 02 96 11 45 34 5 12 02 96 11 45 38 12 02 96 11 45 41 5 12 02 96 11 45 45 5 12 02 96 11 46 49 12
12. double blinks Check the light to confirm that the logger is operating C A 601 Model Make sure the logger is in its OFF mode indicator light not blinking If the logger is active press and hold the button for at least 5 seconds to turn the logger off Position the jaws of the C A 601 model around the conductor to be measured Be sure that the positioning of the C A 601 allows the jaws to close firmly before beginning the recording session Next press the push button on the front of the unit to begin the recording session The indicator light will double blink to indicate that the recording session has started 2 6 2 Ending a Recording Session To stop recording press the button for less than a second The blinks will change from double to single The input cable may be disconnected at this time In the case of AC measurements disconnect the probe or clips from the source of measurement before removing the cable from the data logger The logger is now in its STANDBY mode The data will be retained and may be transferred to your computer at any time When you no longer need the data in the logger s memory press and hold the button for five or more seconds This will shut down the microprocessor and greatly conserve battery power When the logger wakes from the OFF mode it will clear its memory 2 6 3 Recovering lost data Normally the logger clears the portion of its memory that deals with timing and scaling when it wakes from the
13. monitoring AC current AC voltage and external temperature Several are listed below for your convenience u Software version 5 00 eb dite cies P01 1575 21 m Current sensors for L100 MN 71 ammeter clamp 10 to 1204 20 MN 13 ammeter clamp 500 mA to 100 A 1204 06 C 107 ammeter clamp 100 mA to 1000 ver 1203 05 D 37N ammeter clamp 100 to 1000 siisii 1200 56A AmpFLEX 45 cm flexible probe 500 mA to 100 P01 1205 03 AmpFLEX 45 cm flexible probe 500 mA to 1000 A P01 1205 01 AmpFLEX 80 cm flexible probe 500 mA to 1000 P01 1205 02 AmpFLEX 120 cm flexible probe 500 mA to 10000 A P01 1205 09 m Current sensors for L110 MN 09 ammeter clamp 500 mA to 100 A eese P01 1204 02 Y1N ammeter clamp 4 A to 600 A A 1200 01A C 103 ammeter clamp 100 MA to 1000 P01 1203 03 D 30CN ammeter clamp 1 A to 1000 A P01 1200 64 Actual measurement ranges with product associated sensor m Probes for L 600 and L 605 External 1 5m Thermistor Probe with epoxy
14. no load on the battery Use the OFF mode when the logger is net in use and replace the battery once a year in normal use If the logger will be used at temperatures below 0 C or is frequently turned on and off replace the battery every six to nine months A Before any intervention Lxxx models Disconnect all the leads from the Logger C A 601 The clamp must not clamp any conductors 1 Make sure your logger is turned off no light blinking 2 Turn the data logger upside down Remove the four Phillips head screws from the base plate of the data logger and take off the base plate Lxxx models Remove the captive screw on the battery compartment C A 601 Remove the old battery 3 Connect up the new battery 4 Once the connector is plugged onto the battery insert the battery into the holding clip on the circuit 5 board as shown in figure 5 1 for the Lxxx model or in its compartment for the C A 601 5 Refasten the flap onto the housing using the four screws for the Lxxx model or the captive screw for the C A 601 ON Your data logger is now ready for use A Note For long term storage remove battery to prevent discharge effects lt Note The product may switch to record mode as W soon as the battery is fitted If this occurs press the pushbutton for over 5 seconds to reset it to Off Figure 5 1 Replacing the batteries on Lxxx models
15. the graph entering pertinent information about the graph viewing trace statistics finding the date time and value of any point on the graph 3 14 Zoom function It is possible to zoom in on a portion of the graph Place the cursor at one corner of the area of interest Press and hold the left mouse button while dragging the mouse A dotted box will appear as you move the mouse Stretch the box to enclose the area of interest Release the left mouse button when the box includes the entire area of interest The computer will then re draw the graph showing only the area within the box To assist you in starting the selection of the zoom area the time and value of the cursor position will appear in the upper right side of the screen See figures 3 13a and 3 13b for examples To return to the original graph click on the Unzoom button at the bottom of the graph NOTE If portions of the trace are excluded by the zoom box they will not appear on screen when the graph is redrawn Simple Logger Software File Time Set Download Port Date Help Logger Number 319 is connected y First data point 24 06 98 15 19 07 2 readings per hour Simple Logger Last data point 22 10 98 17 19 07 5765 points 17 38 41 EE 230 22400 Vrms update CSSIMPLOGNPWRPNL TXT 6 5 98 14 25 55 11 0 Arms 1000 900 800 700 600 Arms
16. to be used at a later date with newly downloaded loggers Creating and storing the scales and units here will save you time later on especially for frequently used scale settings Two buttons are available from within this window Clear All and Close The Clear All button will clear all scale numbers entered and any units entered allowing you the opportunity to start over again The Close button will bring you back to the main menu without saving the data To enter a scale value in any of the slots click on the slot and type in a number up to 5 characters in length The minus sign and decimal point can be used as a valid character e g 10 0 would be a valid 5 character number As you enter numeric data in the scale slots the scale profile will appear on the small graph in the right side of the window Both linear and non linear profiles are acceptable Once the scale is defined click in the Units box to program the engineering units to be displayed on the graph Up to 5 alphanumeric characters may be typed in this box e g PSIG or GPM etc After all the data is entered and you are satisfied with the template click on File at the top left side of the window A small window will drop down with three choices Open Save and Print The Open choice is used to retrieve a previously stored template The Save choice is used to save the current template you just created for future use The print choice lets you print a copy
17. 10 1 and IEC 61010 2 032 Casing pollution level IEC 529 Protection against mechanical impacts NF EN 50102 2 5 5 Electrical safety as per IEC 1010 1 Model Insulation Operating voltage Installation category Pollution level L100 Dual insulation 600 V 2 L110 Dual insulation 600 V I 2 L230 Dual insulation 600 V 2 L260 Dual insulation 600 V 2 L600 Dual insulation 30V 2 L605 Dual insulation 30V 2 601 Dual insulation 600 V 2 2 5 6 Electromagnetic compatibility Emission as per EN 50081 1 Susceptibility as per EN 50082 2 2 6 Data storage function 2 6 1 Starting a recording session The mode of operation of the logger RECORD STANDBY or OFF is controlled by a button marked Press on the logger front panel and indicated by a red LED to the right of the button It is not necessary to configure the logger in preparation for a recording session Lxx model To record data do the following 1 2 3 Connect the external sensor to the input terminals exception model L600 which has a built in temperature sensor Mount the data logger in its desired location Place the sensor in service in the environment to be measured Make sure the logger is in its OFF mode indicator light not blinking If the logger is active press and hold the button for at least 5 seconds to turn the logger off Press the button again momentarily to start recording The light will make
18. 3 Resolution See table 2 1 Accuracy 1 of reading resolution L 600 and L 605 models see 7 1 Appendix Sample Rate 4096 h maximum Data Storage 8192 readings Storage Technique Time Extension Recording Power supply 9 V Alkaline NEMA1604 6JF22 6LR61 Battery Life Recording up to 1 year for continuous recording at 25 Standby 1 year with fully charged battery Input RS 232 at 1200 baud via 9 pin D shell connector Indicators The red LED flashes twice every two seconds in Record mode once every 2 seconds in Standby mode remains lit continuously in the event of overload and is off in OFF mode Controls One membrane switch used to start and stop recording sessions and to switch the data logger on and off 2 5 2 Model C A 601 Difference compared with Lxxx models Input 600 A rms Input Connection Clamp on Accuracy 2 reading 1 point 1 100A L 600 and L 605 models see 7 2 Appendix 296 reading 100 400A 596 reading 400 600A Resolution Scale Maximum Input Resolution 10096 600 A rms 4A rms 5096 500 A rms 2 A rms 25 250 Arms 1 Arms 12 5 125 A rms 0 5 Arms Reference Conditions Accuracies are given at a temperature of 23 5C 45 to 75 RH 9 V battery Earth s DC magnetic field no AC Magnetic Field no external electric field sine wave 50 60 Hz 2 5 2 Climatic specifications Operating temperature 20 to 70 C Storage temperature 20
19. 500 400 300 200 100 0 13 30 14 00 14 30 15 00 15 30 16 00 Start 6 5 98 13 54 52 Not from connected logger LoggerNo 8 Displayed Graph Annotat ces 1000 0 Aug 246 4 Annotate Min 98 0 Points _ 8183 Figure 3 13a Section of Graph Selected for Zooming At the bottom left of every graph is a button entitled Annotate If the graph has been zoomed up a second button called Unzoom will appear The unzoom function has been discussed previously Simple Logger Software cd File Time Set Download Date Help Logger Humber 319 is connected B First data point 24 06 98 15 16 15 2 readings per hour Simple Logger amp Last data point 22 10 98 17 16 15 5165 points 17 39 36 1 1230 224 00 V rms update ICNSIMPLOGNPWRPNL TXT 6 5 98 15 49 34 81 0 Arms 450 400 350 300 Arms 250 200 m NETS PEE 100 50 15 20 15 30 15 40 15 50 16 00 Start 6 5 98 15 20 51 Not from connected logger LoggerNo 8 Unzoom Displayed Graph Max 396 0 Aug 214 7 132 0 Points _ 2305 Table 3 13 Zoom on part of a graph Annotate This function allows you to type a title that will appear the top of the graph It also allows for six lines of data that can be typed in to assist you in detailing the recording Information about the customer s name address and phone number could be entered for example or condi
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21. An actual key on the data logger or computer keyboard or a soft key in the program on the computer screen CMRR Common Mode Rejection Ratio Ability to measure only the difference between the input conductors while rejecting what these conductors have in common Com Port the serial communications port on the computer used to accept the downloaded data from the Simple Logger Cursor A pointer or cross hair that indicates the active position on the computer screen It is usually moved around with the mouse or arrow keys Data logger device used to sample and store electrical signals representative of physical phenomena such as temperature pressure and flow for long periods of time in an unattended environment Download The process of transferring data from the Logger to the computer EEPROM A storage device that can be electrically written to erased and reused The Logger uses an EEPROM to store recorded data Greyed Out A Windows software technique used to indicate that a particular function is not active at that place in the program Hz Hertz a unit of measure of frequency equivalent to cycles per second Input Output a device or port capable of sending or receiving digital information NMRR Normal Mode Rejection Ratio the ability to filter out noise from external sources such as ac power lines Pointer See Cursor Port A name given to any connector allowing input or output of information Processo
22. Statistics Statistics about the graph on screen are always displayed at the bottom of the screen The statistics that are displayed are Max Min and Average values of the data on screen as well as the number of data points in the trace These statistics will change with the zoom window to reflect just what is visible on screen See figure 3 15 E Simple Logger Software File TimeSet Download Date Frmt Help Logger Humber 319 is connected First data point 24 06 98 15 16 15 2 readings per hour Simple Logger Last data point 22 10 98 17 16 15 5765 points 17 42 13 1 1230 223 00 V rms update IC SIMPLOG PWRPNL TXT Test Stand n 01 450 400 350 300 f 1 Nee Arms 250 200 i 150 eege 100 50 15 20 15 30 15 40 15 50 16 00 Start 6 5 98 15 20 51 Not from connected logger LoggerNo 8 Unzoom Displayed Graph 34 Max 396 0 Aug 214 7 eat E 132 0 Points 2305 Figure 3 15 Statistics Box At Bottom Of Graph Finding Data Points on the Graph One other analysis function provides valuable insight into all the data on screen by cursor location Simply drag the mouse along the graph and you will be able to view the date time and value of the cursor position as shown in figure 3 16 amp Simple Logger Software ile Time Set Download Port Date Frmt Help Logger Humber 319
23. The clamp must not clamp any conductors WARRANTY Our guarantee is applicable for twelve months after the date on which the equipment is made available extract from our General Conditions of Sale available on request Copyright 1997 by AEMC Instruments and CHAUVIN ARNOUX All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or by any means whatsoever including storage on a data processing medium or translation into any other language without prior written agreement by AEMC and CHAUVIN ARNOUX in accordance with international Copyright law The product names used in this manual belong to the following companies Simple Logger is a registered trade mark of AEMC Instruments Windows 3 1 Windows 95 and Microsoft Excel are registered trade marks of Microsoft Corp Lotus 123 is a registered trade mark of Lotus Development Corp Licence for the Simple Logger software granted to AEMC Instruments by Conservation Devices Inc TXR is a registered trade mark of Conservation Devices inc CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION eir rer re retener rr ver rete dre rte eden revenus 1 4 Howto use this manual rr tert rrr ther 122 CONVENTIONS sed coco rne e e ect THREE DERE inne eB PE FER Ree TERES 1 3 Receiving elle ET cre rre reme tgo ttr erga ci rire vitat 2 THE DIGITAL LOGGER cerrara nana 21 EET RETRO TE ne WE 2 3 Time Extension Recording
24. Windows program manager or other open programs This command will appear in several menus within the program To select it place the pointer on the exit button and click on it 3 7 Time Set The software uses your computer s clock as a reference for time stamping the data If your computer s clock is incorrect you can set it by using the Windows Control Panel The TIME SET menu option allows you to adjust the time that is used without altering the setting of your computer s clock This is useful if the logger has been recording in another time zone and when you must recover data from a logger that has been turned off As a reminder the TIME SET menu appears automatically the first time you download a logger during a session If you do not need to change the time setting clear the menu by clicking or pressing Enter To change any value simply click on the up or down arrow next to the value box that you want to change see figure 3 8 The up arrow will increase the value by one The down arrow will decrease the value by one Li Simple Logger Software File TimeSet Download Pot Dat Loggei CHAUVIN The program needs the correct A B ARNOUX First de present time to calculate timing 2 resdings per hour Simple Logger Last da for logger downloads Your 765 points 05 28 53 pm 1 syste
25. a later in this section for details The strong point of this Logger is its ability to perform a wide range of logging tasks combining high resolution and accuracy without the user having to configure it This is made possible by the use of automatic scaling and the Time Extension Recording TXR system associated with a highly flexible basic model Analogue information on the input is sampled and converted to a digital signal This digital signal is processed and stored along with scale and time information A serial port provides for transfer of data tram infernal memory to the computer for analysis Figure 2 1 shows a block diagram of the Logger Power Source Data 9 V Battery Storage Figure 2 1 Logger Block Diagram 2 2 Automatic scaling The Logger employs a unique method of auto ranging its scale to provide you with the best possible resolution for the recording session Data logging always starts with the highest resolution and the lowest scale range The overall scale is divided into four ranges A maximum of three scale changes is provided for in the data logger to coincide with the four scale ranges The scale ranges as follows Range 1 0 12 5 of the total scale B Range 2 0 25 of the total scale B Range 3 0 50 of the total scale B Range 4 0 100 of the total scale Whenever a recorded value crosses over to a higher scale range the logger increases its scale range by a factor of two and repeats
26. all type five columns to a page A list may contain from three to five pages Here is an example of a printout with two data lines 01 22 96 12 38 09 pm 78 0 degF 01 22 96 12 49 52 pm 75 3 degF 01 22 96 01 01 35 74 2 degF 01 22 96 01 13 18 pm 01 22 96 01 25 01 pm 73 7 degF 01 22 96 12 38 10 pm 78 1 01 22 96 12 49 53 pm 75 3 degF 01 22 06 01 01 36 pm 74 3 degF 01 22 96 01 13 19 pm 01 22 96 01 25 02 pm 73 5 degF B Graph to Clipboard To place the graph in a document select Graph to Clipboard The graph is placed in the Windows clipboard From there it can be pasted into another graphic application such as PowerPoint or Freelance B Scaling 1 Scale And Engineering Unit Programming The data logger Models L320 L410 and 1430 allow the operator to program the values for scale and engineering units from within the software This permits the user to display the recorded data on the graph or in the tabular listing directly in the units appropriate to the measurement rather than mathematically converting a voltage or a current to the proper scale and value after the graph is displayed Scales can be programmed from two locations in the software the File menu and the Scale menu To create a library of scales to use with DC volt and DC current loggers use the File menu This will allow the user to select a number of predefined scales To create scales for loggers connected to the serial port for downloading use the Scale menu The
27. ar in most cases Some of the choices in the sub menus will be inactive depending on where you are in the program Inactive choices will appeared greyed out 3 5 The menu system A menu tree is shown below to assist you in finding your way through the program File Time Set Download Save as TXT Month Go to Com Port selection or Date Open Day amp Time Depending on need Print Graph Year go to Communication Port selection Print Data Hour or Date amp Time as you require Graph to Clipboard Minutes Scaling 4 20 mA 0 100 mV 0 10 V Seconds Baud rate communication speed Exit Date Frmt Help Port USA Contents Com 1 Europe Search Com2 About Com 3 Function Com 4 Depending on the model used No Logger to select the factor and the scale E Simple Logger Software Time Set Download Port Date Help DH Logger Number 319 is connected 3 6 Fi le First data point 06 24 98 03 14 51 2 readings per hour Last data point 10 22 98 05 14 51 prn 5 165 points The FILE menu provides four COM 4 1230 22400 Vrms _jupdate options for plotting and saving data Each will be described below s een Er qm See figure 3 2 for the File pull 200 180 down menu 60 140 Vims 120 100 80 60 40 20 06 06 07 04 08 01 08 29 09 26 1024 Start 6 24 98 03 13 27 LoggerNo 319
28. ck on the A at the top of column A to select the entire column Then click on Copy Icon to copy the whole column Move your cursor into cell 1 of column B and then click on Paste icon to insert a duplicate of column A into column B This is necessary if you want to show both time and date Next click on the A again at the top of column A to select the entire column Then select Style followed by Number Format Next select the date format you would like to use from the choices within the dialog box that opens Next click on the B again at the top of column B to select the entire column Then select Style followed by Number Format Next select the time format you would like to use from the choices within the dialog box that opens Column A and B should now display date and time respectively while Column C displays the value as shown in figure A 4 Loggerfile Arms 12 02 96 11 45 38 3 5 12 02 96 11 45 40 AM 5 12 02 96 11 45 42 9 12 02 96 11 45 44 13 5 12 02 96 11 45 46 17 12 02 96 11 45 48 20 12 02 96 11 45 50 23 5 12 02 96 11 45 52 27 5 12 02 96 11 45 54 31 12 02 96 11 46 56 34 5 12 02 96 11 46 58 38 Figure A A Reformatted Data Showing the Date and Time Columns 3 17 Appendix B Troubleshooting Symptom After being in a damp cold environment the logger does not function Cause Correction Condensation may have formed inside the log
29. e drawn on screen Figure 3 3 on the following page shows a typical graph A margin will exist at the front and back ends of the graph This is to let you see the beginning and end of the graph without vertical grid lines covering up the data NOTE It may not be possible to open files that have been altered and re saved by other software After retrieving a file it is possible to change its title and its units but it is not possible to change its time scale Simple Logger Software f x File Time Set Download Por Date r Logger Humber 319 is connected N First data point 06 24 98 03 14 51 pm 2 readings per hour 5 2 Last data point 10 22 98 05 14 51 5765 points Simple Logger 05 25 24 pm COM 1 L230 225 00 V rms update CASIMPLOGNV R SEAU TXT 240 320 200 HT 1 1 180 160 140 vms 120 100 80 50 40 20 0 06 06 07 04 08 01 08 29 09 26 10 24 Start 5 24 88 03 13 27 pm LoggerNo 319 Displayed Graph 4 Max 231 0 Aug 2146 100 SAVED KE 2 0 Points _ 5765 Figure 3 3 Open File On Screen Print To print the graph that appears on the screen select Print Graph and make the appropriate choice in the Graph Format dialog box that appears Figure 3 4a shows the available choices Selecting Yes w
30. e from mouse use 1 parallel port for printer support 3 3 Installation Your Logger software is supplied on a single 3 1 2 floppy disk To install the program on your Windows based computer proceed as follows Windows 3 1 Systems 1 Insert the floppy disk containing the Logger software in your computer s floppy drive usually Drive A From the Program Manager select File on the command line Next select Run from the pull down menu and type a setup in the dialog box Click on Ok The setup program will temporarily load onto your computer Next the setup program will offer CASIMPLOG as the location where the software will be installed Click on Continue to use this directory or type in a new name then click on Continue 6 Abar graph will appear showing the progress of installation When installation is complete a message screen will appear stating that the program has been installed Click on You are now ready to use the Logger software a P Windows 95 Systems Insert the floppy disk containing the Logger software in your computer s floppy drive usually Drive A Click on the Start button on the bottom left side of the screen Next select Run from the menu and type a setup in the dialog box Click on The setup program will temporarily load onto your computer Next the setup program will offer CASIMPLOG as location where the software w
31. e screen where it may be analysed annotated and saved to disk as needed Each of these functions will be discussed later in this chapter 2 If the units displayed on the graph do not correspond to the parameter that was recorded make the appropriate change using the FUNCTION menu 3 9 Port When you start the Logger software a window will appear asking you to tell the computer where the logger is connected If you have previously used the Logger with your computer the default selection will be the port that the logger was connected to at that time It is necessary to direct the Logger software to the right serial port on your computer where the data logger is connected in order to download and graph data Figure 3 10 shows the available choices To select a serial port click on Port in the main menu and then click on the required port Com port 1 2 3 or 4 and click on It becomes the default port for all subsequent downloads until you change it again If you only wish to review data already stored on disk select No Logger Note Selecting CANCEL here will take you out of the program entirely t Simple Logger Software File TimeSet Download Port Date Help ii U vi N o Connection MEARNOUX PORT SELECTION Simple Logger LMSC 05 32 53 pm _ E Select a communications port to connect with the logger 1 3 C COM 2 cmm C COM C
32. ger shorting out the circuitry and discharging the battery Open the logger remove the battery and allow the circuit board to dry thoroughly in a warm location Replace the battery with a new one Symptom The indicator light is very dim Cause Correction The battery is low and should be replaced Symptom The logger unexpectedly goes from the record mode to the standby mode Cause Correction Any of a number of conditions may have caused the logger to auto scale beyond its range The input cable may not have been fully plugged in at some time during recording causing a short at the input connector A resistance or temperature input may have been shorted out An excessive voltage may have been applied to a voltage input cable Symptom Temperature readings are decreasing when the actual temperature is increasing Cause Correction The temperature measuring probe is connected backwards Reverse the leads into the Simple Logger 4 GLOSSARY In this section all terms that are peculiar to that data logger and software are listed along with a brief definition for clarity Some general terminology associated with the data collection process are listed here as well for convenience In many cases a more detailed description can be found in the general body of this manual Baud a unit of signal transfer speed equal to the number of elements per second Bi Polar Inputs The ability to accept both and inputs Button
33. ger was turned off If this time is unknown you will have to estimate it Make it a habit to systematically download the data recorded before switching off the data logger To establish the correct time on the graph use the Time Set command and set the time back from its current reading by 7 hours 8 Hour recording 7 Hours Off Beginning of recording session Recorder Off Recorder On in STANDBY mode To establish the correct time on the graph use the Time Set command and set the time back from its current reading by 7 hours Figure 3 9 Recording vs Off Time If it is not possible to download the recorded data right after the session has ended leave the data logger in STANDBY mode until you have the opportunity to download In this way the time will not need to be reset This procedure of resetting the time is only needed if you are going to recover data from a data logger that has been turned off or you are crossing into another time zone 3 8 Downloading takes approximately 60 seconds to transfer the data when the loggers memory is full During this period the logger cannot record and its clock does not function Consequently if timing is critical it is recommended not to transfer data while the logger is recording To transfer from the logger 1 Select DOWNLOAD The computer will re read the logger s configuration information and then read the data from its memory It will then plot the information on th
34. he Function command allows you to select the correct engineering units for the recorded data When you click on Function a pull down menu appears It proposes all the available choices compatible with the version of the software that you have installed This menu will only appear if a data logger is connected to the COM port Simply click on the desired group and then select the proper units from the window that opens Depending on which type of logger is connected the pull down menu under Function may be empty You will be returned to the main screen and the graph Y axis scale will be recalculated using the choice you made here Future downloads will use the units selected here for graphing as well Figure 3 12 shows the selections for current outputs The data logger communicates to the software its basic configuration Therefore you will only be offered choices that are compatible with the data logger 5 Simple Logger Software File Time Set Download Port Function Date Frmt Help CA Mod les Sortie mV Sortie mV update C 10 C 100 mv A 10A C 100A C 10 mV A 100A C c107 1000A C 5 200 D37 100mV A 10 C3 3mV A 300A C D37 10mV A 100A C2mV A 500A C D3z 1mV A 1000A C4mV A 1000A C AmpFLEX 1000A C 1 mv A 100A C AmpFLEX 10000A t Courant AC Logger L110 Bisi ES mod les Sortie mA C MNOS 100A 100 mA7A 10A C YIN 600A C 10 mA A 100A C C103 1000A CD30CN 1000 0 333 mA A 3000A 0 2
35. ill be installed Click on Continue to use this directory or click on Browse type a new name and then click on Continue A bar graph will appear showing the progress of installation When installation is complete a message screen will appear stating that the program has been installed Click on You are now ready to use the Logger software 3 4 Getting started To begin using the Logger software follow the instructions below for the Windows system you have Windows 3 1 Systems To begin using the Logger software follow the instructions below for the Windows system you have 1 2 gt Double click on the Simple Logger program group to open it After the Simple Logger program group is on screen double click on the Simple Logger Icon to start the program It will look like this Ej The screen in figure 3 1a will appear Windows 95 Systems Click on the Starf button Then select Programs Next select the directory where the Simple Logger software is stored This is called SIMPLOG if you used the default setting during installation Next click on the Logger icon in the SIMPLOG directory It will look like this Ej When the program is running without being connected to a digital logger and with no files open your screen will look like figure 3 1a Figure 3 1b shows a typical screen with a file open and a logger connected Simple Logger Software RES TimeSet Download Date Fr
36. ill print the statistics and annotation fields underneath the graph on the printout Selecting No will exclude this information in the printout Selecting Cancer will cancel printing Simple Logger Software BBE File Time Set Download Port Date Help Logger Humber 319 is connected REA First data point 06 24 98 03 14 51 2 readings per hour Simple Last data point 10 22 98 05 14 51 5 165 points 05 25 51 pm COM 1 1230 226 00 V rms update CSSIMPLOGNV RESEAU TXT 240 220 200 180 160 140 Vrms 120 0 100 Graph Format x 80 60 40 20 0 2 Do you want to print graph description 06 06 07 04 24 Start 6 24 98 03 13 27 pm 319 Max 231 0 Aug 214 6 100 SAVED _ Displayed Graph 2 0 Points 5765 Fees Figure 3 4 Graph Format Options After selecting Yes or No a print dialog box will appear Make any necessary changes and then select to print Figure 3 46 shows a typical printout excluding the statistics and annotations Vrms 06 06 07 04 08 01 08 28 09 26 10 24 Start 6 24 98 03 13 27 pm LoggerNo 319 Figure 3 4b Typical printout of a graph without the statistics Print Data To obtain a tabular listing of the data select Print Data The listing gives the date time value and units for each reading To save paper the data is printed in sm
37. in full before beginning your first logging session It will stop you wasting time during installation and logging operations Section 1 contains a presentation of your Simple Logger and its software The warranty information safety information and the conventions adopted are also in this section Furthermore it contains a detailed list of the components and accessories supplied with each digital logger Section presents the operation of the digital logger It includes information about how to start and stop a logging session theoretical operation battery installation the specifications how to recover lost data and other important information concerning the hardware part of your Logger Section 3 deals with full installation and use of the software supplied with your Logger We advise you to read it in full before using the program 1 2 Conventions used Bi The keys that you have to use on the computer or digital Logger are indicated in bold characters and between quotes For example Enter means press the enter key on the computer keyboard while Esc means press the Escape key The information to be typed using the keyboard is indicated in bold For example a setup Bi The selection of buttons or menus in the Logger software is indicated in italics between quotes For example File Bi The terms display and screen are used interchangeably in this manual to indicate the computer Screen Operations performed with
38. int may be used as valid characters e g 25 4 Once the scale is defined click in the Units box to program the engineering units to be displayed on the graph Up to 5 alphanumeric characters may be typed in this box If you wish to clear the entered data and start over click on the Clear All button The scale and unit information will be cleared from the screen Once you have entered the correct scale and unit data click on OK to proceed The screen below will appear giving you the opportunity to save the entered data for future use Enregistrer sous 127 xi Nom de fichier Dossiers c simplog Cy c simplog Annuler R seau d Lecture seule Type Lecteurs 4 to 20 files 420 z amp c disk c gt Click on Yes to save or No to bypass saving the data and use one time only If you click on Yes a dialog box will open similar to this figure where you can type in the name you wish to use for the file Type in up to 8 characters Click on OK to save the file and plot the graph with the new scale and unit data Click on Cancel to discard it and return to the scale and unit programming screen Language Used to choose the language of the software Baud rate Defines the communication speed between the PC and the logger all models except L 610 L 620 and L 630 enter 1200 Exit The Exit command will take you out of the Logger program and return you to the
39. ion which represents a range change Therefore the resolution is 5 25 1000 0 250 _ 250 _ 49A 250 250 250 NOTE A standard value of 1 is assigned to the associated sensors if their full scale output is less than 1Vor14A For example the maximum reading on the Y2N clamp is 600 A and the output voltage at 600 A is 0 6 V This gives the following formula for calculating the minimum resolution corresponding to range 4 of the scale 1 _1 1 666 Ouput voltage 0 6 Therefore FS 600 A x 1 6666 1000 A See table 2 1 for resolutions available on each model with respect to scale changes Model Value of Units Resolution full scale 1 2 3 4 L 100 L 110 10 A 0 005 0 01 0 02 0 04 with 100 A 0 05 0 1 0 2 0 4 an ammeter 500 A 0 5 1 2 clamp 1000 A 0 5 1 2 4 3000 A 1 5 3 6 12 L 230 300 V 0 25 0 5 1 2 L 260 600 V 0 5 1 2 4 L 600 and L 605 see 7 Appendix The resolution is based on a 500 V full scale for the L 230 and a 1000 V full scale for the L 260 Table 2 1 Resolution vs Scale Range For best resolution avoid including in the recording session signals that are above the range of interest For example when recording the temperature of a freezer allow the sensor to cool before starting recording Also if an input cable is being used make sure that it is securely plugged in throughout the period of the recording If the logger is taking a reading as the in
40. ions in the 1st wizard screen to be sure that the following choices are stated Original Data Type Delimited Start Import at Row 1 File Origin Windows ANSI Click on the box es that need changing and make the appropriate selections Click the NEXT button at the bottom of the Wizard dialog box to move to step 2 Click on Comma in the Delimiters box A check mark should appear Click the NEXT button at the bottom of the Wizard dialog box to move to step 3 A view of the actual data to be imported should appear in the lower part of the step 3 wizard dialog box Column 1 should highlighted In the Column Data Format window select Date Next click on Finish to complete the process and Import the data The data now appears in your spreadsheet in two columns preceded by information indicating the version of the firmware the number of counts memorized the logger model and a non significant number Columns A and B are identical to those presented in figure A 1 Column A Column B 8 Arms This line indicates the number of the digital logger in column A and the units in 35401 49 3 5 Geer contains the date and time while column B contains the data 35401 49 5 35401 49 9 35401 49 13 5 35401 49 17 35401 49 20 35401 49 23 5 35401 49 27 5 35401 49 31 35401 49 34 5 Figure A 1 Sample Data imported into 35401 49 38 Excel Formatting the Date and Time Column A contains a decimal number that represents
41. is connected CRAE VIN First data point 24 06 98 15 16 15 2 readings per hour Simple Ki Last data point 22 10 98 17 16 15 5765 points 17 43 54 1 1230 224 00 Vrms IC SIMPLOGSPWRPNL TXT 6 5 98 15 53 00 Test Stand n 01 339 1 Arms 450 400 La 350 300 t Arms 250 200 150 100 50 15 20 15 30 15 40 15 50 16 00 Start 6 5 98 15 20 51 Not from connected logger Logger 8 Displayed Graph 34 Max 396 0 Avg 214 7 Min 132 0 Points 2305 Figure 3 16 Cursor Position Statistics 3 16 Appendix A Importing TXT Files from the Logger into a spreadsheet Opening a Logger TXT file in Excel The following example used Excel version 7 0 in a Windows 95 environment 1 11 After opening the Excel program click on the icon to open a file or select File from the command line and then select Open In the dialog box that appears in the field that is labelled Look In select the directory where your Logger TXT files are stored This will be called SIMPLOG if you accepted the default choice offered by the Logger installation program Next change the file type to Text Files in the field labelled Files of Type All the TXT files in the Logger directory should now be visible Double click on the desired file to open up the Text Import Wizard Review the select
42. lls up Table 2 2 shows the relationship between recording time and sample rate for the Logger using this technique Sample Rate Seconds per Total recording Total recording per hour sample time hours time days 4096 0 88 2 0 083 2048 1 76 4 0 167 1024 3 52 8 0 333 512 7 04 16 0 667 256 14 08 32 1 333 128 28 16 64 2 667 64 56 32 128 5 333 32 112 64 256 10 667 16 225 28 512 21 333 8 450 56 1024 42 667 4 901 12 2048 85 333 2 1802 24 4096 170 667 1 3604 48 8192 341 333 Table 2 2 Sample Rate vs Recording Time Recording continues in this way until the battery becomes low or recording stops For convenience in data analysis the recording interval takes on values of fifteen minutes one half hour one hour and so on Since there is automatic scaling time extension recording is practically transparent for the user For best results stop the recording when the measurement is completed both to avoid including unwanted information in the plot and to provide maximum resolution for the period of interest 2 4 MAIN COMPONENTS Push button Fixing tab Indicators and Buttons N Se See figures 2 4a 2 46 The Logger has only one button and one indicator Both are located on the front panel The button is used to start and stop recordings and to switch the data logger on and off The red LED indicates the status of the digital Logger OFF
43. m clock will not change 5 00 V rms update ICASIMPLOGNV R SEAU TXT Month To 240 Day 22 220 200 Year 1998 180 160 Hour 17 140 Vrms 120 Minutes 26 100 80 Seconds 22 60 e October 22 1998 0 17 26 22 06 06 07 04 19 26 10 24 Start 6 24 98 03 13 LoggerNo 319 Max Aug 2146 100 SAVED Annotate 2 0 Points 5765 d Ee Figure 3 8 Time and Date Selection Example To change the month from December to January click on the up arrow next to the month value box to change the number from 12 to 1 When you have changed all the values to obtain the required date and time click on You can also click on Cancef at any time to leave the date and time unchanged Setting Time For Recovered Data From a Data Logger OFF Mode When data logger is turned off it loses all trace of the time You must use the Time Sef function to correct the time if you are recovering data from a logger that was switched off accidentally Figure 3 9 will help you see the relationship between time tracking and the off mode of Logger The time duration that the data logger is off needs to be reset in the Logger software in order for any data in the loggers memory to be graphed with the correct time scale When you download this data use the Time Set command to back the dock up by the duration of the off time 7 hours for the example shown in figure 3 6 Stated another way set the time to the time when the data log
44. mA A 5000A 0 1 10000A Figure 3 12 Choosing a Scale the Function Menu If the logger s input is no longer connected as it was during recording the current displayed value may non be meaningful You can specify the function before or after downloading the data but you must specify it before saving the data 3 11 Date Frmt The Date Format command is used to select the way the date and time will be displayed on the graph The choices are USA and Europe USA Month Day Year and 12 hour clock Example 11 22 96 03 31 24 PM Europe Day Month Year and a 24 hour clock Example 22 11 96 13 31 24 To select a date format click on Date from the main menu then click on the desired choice of USA or Europe The date and time which appears at the top left of the screen will change to reflect the selection made here 3 12 Help The HELP command allows you to view topics from within the manual on screen You can select Contents to view sections of the manual or select Search to type in a word or phrase and go directly to it A third choice called About will show you the revision level of the software and CHAUVIN ARNOUX address and phone numbers 3 13 Examining Data Once a graph is on screen several annotating and analysis choices are available to assist you in viewing the data These include zooming in on sections of the graph unzooming back to the original graph entering a title for
45. mt Help Connection CHAUVIN t ARNOUX Simple L re ETT Simple Logger Figure 3 1a Main Menu Screen amp Simple Logger Software File Time Set Download Port Date Help Logger Number 319 is connected 4 FRIO y First data point 06 24 98 03 14 51 pm 2 readings per hour Simple Logger Last data point 10 22 98 05 14 51 prn 5765 points 05 20 49 pm 1230 22400 Vrms _ jupdate 9 24 98 07 05 44 am 801 NV ms 240 220 NEEN 200 180 160 140 Vims 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 06 06 07 04 08 01 08 29 09 26 10 24 Start 6 24 98 03 13 27 pm LoggerNo 319 Displayed Graph 4 Max 231 0 Avg 2146 100 20 Points 5765 Figure 3 16 screen with graph on the screen and a digital logger connected This screen is considered the main menu Figure 3 16 also points out all the major areas of this screen for your convenience The second line is called the command line Seven choices are available on this line They are File Time Set Download Port Function Date Frmt and Help Note The Function command will only appear if a data logger is connected Each of these commands and its subordinate functions will be described in order in this section When you click on one of these commands a sub menu will appe
46. of the scale and unit programming window as seen on screen 3 Creating a scale for use with the Logger connected to the serial port Connect the data logger to the computer s serial port for downloading See 3 8 for downloading instructions Once the proper port is selected data will appear in the update box at the top right hand side of the screen This is an indication that the software has made connection to the logger The Scale command will also appear on the task bar if the data logger detected allows scale and engineering unit programming 100 File 0 320 To program the scale and units 10 click on Scale A screen similar 20 to Figure 6 will appear The left 30 side of the screen provides the m NEN scale and unit programming 50 while the right side displays the 70 profile of the programmed scale 80 0 in relationship to the actual input 90 Clear All 0 50 100 to the data logger 100 mV The operator may set the scale by programming as few as two points the low end and the right end or by entering as many points as necessary to define the scale up to 17 points for the 4 20 mA logger and up to 11 for the DC volts loggers The points entered do not have to be linear but should be an accurate representation of the relationship of the DC signal to the scale points To enter a scale value in any of the slots click on the slot and type in a number up to 5 characters in length The minus sign and decimal po
47. put cable is being inserted or removed unwanted rescaling may result When measuring AC current be sure to clamp the ammeter clamp around the conductor to be measured before starting the recording session 2 3 Time Extension Recording TXR Time extension recording is an automatic process that updates the sample rate and the number of stored data points based on the length of the recording The maximum number of stored data points is 8192 When Logger starts a new recording session it does so at its fastest sample rate of 4096 points per hour 0 88 seconds per point The Logger can operate at this rate for two hours If the session continues beyond two hours the time extension recording technique becomes active After two hours recording the Logger reduces its sample rate to 2048 h 1 7 seconds per count and continues recording selectively removing the data previously stored so that the new data stored is compatible with that recorded beforehand Recording continues for the next two hours at this new rate until the remaining 4096 storage points are filled See figure 2 3 First 2 hours 1 2 3 4 5 6 4096 4097 8191 8192 Next 2 hours 1 2 3 2048 4096 4097 4098 8192 Figure 2 3 Allocation of Time Extension Memory The time extension recording process of selectively overwriting previously stored data and reducing the sample rate for new stored data continues every time the memory fi
48. r A computing device used to calculate and run a set of instructions Recording session A recording session is defined as the time and data contained within the starting and ending of a recording Resolution The number of bits in which a digitized value will be stored The Logger has 8 bit 25 resolution RTD Resistance Temperature Detector a platinum element whose resistance changes with temperature Thermistor A resistive element generally made from semiconductor materials that produces a large change in resistance for a small change in temperature Thermistor A resistive element generally made from semiconductor materials that produces a large change in resistance for a small change in temperature Thermocouple Two dissimilar metals joined together when heated produce an electrical signal related to the temperature X Axis The horizontal time axis of a graph Y Axis The Vertical scale axis of a graph Zoom The ability to select a section of the graph and magnify it for better readability 5 For maintenance use only specified spare parts The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any accident occuring following a repair done other than by its After Sales Service or approved repairers 5 1 Changing the battery Under normal conditions the battery will last up to a year of continuous recording unless the logger is re started very frequently In the OFF mode the logger puts almost
49. the instrument is operating However for greater user safety we advise against this 2 Keep the logger dry 3 Avoid condensation which can occur when the logger is moved from a cold environment to a warm humid environment 4 Avoid plugging in or unplugging the input cable when the logger is recording Doing so could interfere with the automatic scaling of the logger 5 The Simple Logger Model L600 has a precision internal thermistor used for recording temperature The internal temperature detector is perfectly adapted to measuring internal and external temperatures over long periods It is not recommended for applications requiring detection of short term or rapid temperature variations Use Model L605 which allows the use of an external probe for these short term applications 3 SOFTWARE 3 4 License Agreement This non exclusive License gives you the right to use and display this copy of the software You own the disk on which the software is shipped on a read only medium You are not permitted to copy the software beyond the installation of the software This License allows you to use the software on a single computer at a single location at any one time 3 2 Minimum Computer Requirements Processor 386 B Ram Storage 4 Mb Hard Drive Space 100 Kb for the application approximately 200 Kb for each stored file B Environmental conditions Windows3 1 or Windows 95 Port Access 1 serial port used to down load separat
50. the mouse are described using the expressions click or right click This means press the left or right mouse button once the cursor is on the command instruction or object required The word select is also used to mean the act of pointing and clicking with the left mouse button 1 3 Receiving Your Shipment B Upon receiving your shipment make sure the contents are consistent with the packing list see 6 To order Notify your distributor of any missing items f the equipment appears to be damaged file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage 2 THE DIGITAL LOGGER 2 4 Description The Logger is a battery powered single channel recording device The Logger operates in three modes RECORD STAND BY and OFF A red LED indicates the operating mode It flashes twice in RECORD mode flashes one in STANDBY mode and remains lit constantly when the signal measured exceeds the maximum value specified for the Logger input The LED is off in OFF mode A membrane push button marked Press on the label of the logger selects the mode of operation In the STANDBY mode the logger retains recorded information for transfer to a computer In OFF mode the memory is emptied and the microprocessor is inactive This mode helps to prolong the battery charge life If the logger is turned off by mistake the data can be recovered Please refer to Recovering Lost Dat
51. the reading Logger has 250 steps in each scale range Resolution can be calculated by dividing the scale range in use by 250 To permit the host computer to interpret the data correctly the logger notes during the recording process when each change of scale takes place Maximum resolution occurs when all the recorded samples stay within the lowest scale range Figure 2 2 shows the relationship between scale range and resolution in Full Scale 90 80 70 F S 250 lt 60 o 50 1 2 of Full Scale E F S 0 5 250 30 1 4 of Full Scale re F S 0 25 250 10 4 1 8 of Full Scale B ri F S 0 125 250 0 1 2 3 4 Scale Range r1 r2 r1 r3 r4 Resolution according to the max value of the measurement signal S1 S2 S1 S3 S4 Ranges within the scale ES Full Scale the rated value of the Logger input Figure 2 2 Relationship Between Scale Range And Resolution Example 1 You possess an L100 logger with a full scale value FS of 1000 A with a 1000 A 1V clamp The recording stayed between 60 and 120 Amps for the entire session which indicates that all data is contained in the lowest scale range Therefore the resolution is 5 x 12 5 _ 1000 x 0 125 _ 125 _ 250 250 250 Example 2 You possess an L100 logger with a full scale value FS of 1000 A with a 1000 A 1 V clamp The recording varied between 110 and 225 Amps for the entire sess
52. tions for the recording itself might be added Figure 3 14 shows these fields To access them simply click on Annotate A dialog box is displayed Twenty five characters is the practical limit in all fields although more are allowed When all the desired data is typed in click on to save it or Cancer to discard it The Title will appear at the top left side of the graph The other information will be printed when the graph is printed if you so choose When you select Print Graph you will be asked if you want to print the graph description as well Select Yes to include this information No to exclude it or Cancel to exit the print request altogether Printing the description will also include the graph statistics Both will print underneath the graph on the page Simple Logger Software PI xf File TimeSet Download Port Date Frmt Help i nnner Number 318 is connected Graph Description Bisi E Graph Title Test Stand n 01 Graph Description Information which will be stored with the graph file Tag CHAUVIN ARNDUX Location PARIS 190 rue Championnet 75876 PARIS cedex 18 x 100 50 15 20 15 30 15 40 15 50 Start 6 5 98 15 20 51 Not from connected logger LoggerNo 8 Unzoom Displayed Graph Max 396 0 214 7 Annotate E 132 0 Points 2305 Table 3 14 Title and Data Dialog Box 3 15 Graph
53. to 80 C Relative humidity 5 to 95 non condensing B Temperature Influence max 5 points 2 5 3 Mechanical specifications B Lxxx models Size 73 0 x 58 75 x 41 27 mm Weight 140 g Mounting Base plate holes or Velcro pads supplied as accessories B Model C A 601 Size 76 2 x 235 x 38 1 mm Weight 400 g with its batteries Model Input Impedance Input Applications connectors L 100 0 1 V 60 2 banana safety Measurement of AC current via probes sockets 4 with an output voltage of 1 V AC max L 110 0 1 A 19 2 banana safety Measurement of AC current via probes sockets 4 with an output current of 1 A AC max L 230 0 300 V 2 MQ 2 banana safety Direct AC voltage in the Logger sockets 4 L 260 0 600 V 2 MQ 2 banana safety Direct AC voltage in the Logger sockets 4 mm L 600 20 70 Integrated thermistor for measuring ambient temperature L 605 20 70 N A None for Internal Integrated thermistor for the interior measuring ambient temperature 20 100 Stereo jack socket External temperature measurement using 3 5 mm for an external thermistor element the external probe The element must possess 2 wires type 440006 or 440031 10 KQ at 25 601 600A N A Clamp on Clamp for AC Table 2 3 Input ranges and specifications 2 5 4 Compliance with international norms Lxxx IEC 61010 1 L 601 IEC 610
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