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1. 1 LED Indicator 2 Start Stop Button 3 RS 232 Interface Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 4 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 2 1 Indicators and Buttons The Simple Logger has one button and one indicator Both are located on the front panel The PRESS button is used to start and stop recordings turn the logger on and off and to delete data The Red LED indicates the status of the logger e Single Blink STAND BY mode e Double Blink RECORD mode e Continuously On OVERLOAD condition e No Blinks OFF mode A Warning Delete Data Pressing the PRESS button for more than 5 seconds will turn the instrument OFF and delete the stored data 2 2 Inputs and Outputs Input to the logger is via a split jaw CT The bottom of the logger has a female 9 pin D shell serial connector used for data transmission from the logger to your computer Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 5 CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 1 Electrical Specifications Number of Channels 1 Measurement Range 0 to 600Arms Input Connection Split jaw Accuracy 2 of Readings Resolution 0 to 400A 5 of Readings Resolution 400 to 600A Resolution 8 Bit 0 5Arms Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution 100 600 Arms 4 Arms 50 500 Arms 2 Arms 25 250 Arms 1 Arm2. E SIMPLE LOGGER RMS CLAMP ON MODULE tanta g aame Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com TERE User Manual INSTRUMENTS Owner s Record The serial number for the Simple Logger Model CL600 is located on the back of the instrument Please record this number and purchase date for your records RMS CURRENT CLAMP ON SIMPLE LOGGER MODEL CL600 CATALOG 2116 11 SERIAL PURCHASE DATE DISTRIBUTOR Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION c ccceceseseesesceeeeeeesensesesceensesesenesessessenenes 2 1 1 International Electrical SymMbols ccccceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 2 1 2 Receiving Your ShipMent cccccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 1 3 Ordering Information esseere nestea a 3 2 PRODUCT FEATURES 0cscceeseeesseseeeeseseeeeseseeeeeeeeeeeeneeeenens 4 2 1 Indicators and ButtOns 00 0 0 eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeneeeaaa 5 2 2 Inputs and Outputs ceccecceceeeceeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeeees 5 3 SPECIFICATIONG 2cccsceceeesesceeeeeseeeeeesesensesceenseeesensssesesees 6 3 1 Electrical Specifications cccccccceceeeeceeceeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeesaees 6 3 2 Mechanical Specifications cccccecceececeeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeensaees 7 3 3 Environmental
3. Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com vjyinwvi nay wy uunyYyI vuv 2 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 1 2 Receiving Your Shipment Upon receiving your shipment make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list Notify your distributor of any missing items If the equipment appears to be damaged file a claim immediately with the car rier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim Do not use an instrument that appears to be damaged 1 3 Ordering Information RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 Cat 2116 11 0 to 600Arms Input Includes software CD ROM 6 ft DB 9 RS 232 cable 9V Alkaline battery and user manual Order Accessories and Replacement Parts Directly Online Check our Storefront at www aemc com for availability Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 3 CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT FEATURES cQ SIMPLE LOGGER RMS CLAMP ON LOGGER MODEL CL600 LOGGER OPERATION 1 Press to Start Logging Logging Two Blinks 2 Press to Stop Logging Stand By One Blink 3 Press amp Hold 5 Seconds to Shut Off Off No Blinks Warning All Data will be Deleted AX continuous LED indicates Overload A soov carm 600a cE INSTRUMENTS
4. aemc com Please keep the Warranty Coverage Information with your records What AEMC Instruments will do If a malfunction occurs within the one year period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material REGISTER ONLINE AT www aemc com Warranty Repairs What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair First request a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA by phone or by fax from our Service Department see address below then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument postage or shipment pre paid to Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss we recommend you insure your returned material Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 16 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 Quality AEMC Products Online at www G lobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com GJ AEMG INSTRUMENTS 10 05 99 MAN 100215 v11 Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestS
5. format the column Figure A 2 shows a typical spreadsheet with date time and value displayed It may be necessary to change the column width to see all the data A B 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 45 AM 12 02 04 11 46 AM 12 02 04 11 46 AM Figure A 2 Shows Date Time and Value Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 14 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 Repair and Calibration To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications we recommend that it be scheduled back to our factory Service Center at one year intervals for recalibration or as required by other standards or internal procedures For instrument repair and calibration You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N I S T Includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 6
6. sales GlobalTestSupply com CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION A Warning AN These safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of per sonnel and proper operation of the instrument Read the instruction manual completely and follow all safety information before operating this instrument Use caution on any circuit Potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard Read the Safety Specifications section prior to using the instrument Never exceed the maximum voltage ratings given Safety is the responsibility of the operator For maintenance use only original replacement parts NEVER open the back of the instrument while connected to any circuit or input ALWAYS inspect the instrument and lead prior to use Replace any defective parts immediately NEVER use the Model CL600 on electrical conductors rated above 600V in overvoltage category III CAT III 1 1 International Electrical Symbols This symbol signifies that the instrument is protected by double or reinforced insulation Use only specified replacement parts when servicing the instrument A This symbol on the instrument indicates a WARNING and that the operator must refer to the user manual for instructions before operating the instrument In this manual the symbol preceding instructions indicates that if the instructions are not followed bodily injury installation sample and product damage may result a Quality AEMC Products
7. supplied on the CD ROM e Check for Available Software Updates Opens the AEMC Software update web site where updated software versions are available for downloading if necessary e View User Guide and Manuals Opens Windows Explorer for viewing of documentation files 3 To install the software select Simple Logger Software Setup in the top section of the Set up window then select Simple Logger Version 6 xx in the Options section 4 Click the Install button and follow the on screen prompts to install the software 4 1 Recording Data e Position the Model CL600 around the conductor to be measured NOTE Be sure that the positioning of the CL600 allows the jaws to firmly close before beginning the recording session Overload Warning If the LED is continuously lit you are measur ing a current above 600A Unclamp the probe immediately Press the PRESS button on the front of the logger to begin the recording session The LED indicator will double blink to indicate that the record ing session has started e When the recording session has been completed press the PRESS button to end the recording The LED indicator will single blink to indicate that the recording session has ended and the logger is in stand by Warning Pressing the PRESS button for more than 5 seconds will turn the instrument OFF and delete the stored data e Remove the logger from the conductor and transport it to the computer for data downloadi
8. 03 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N I S T are available NOTE You must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument Technical and Sales Assistance If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument please call mail fax or e mail our technical support team Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Boulevard Foxborough MA 02035 USA Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 E mail techsupport aemc com www aemc com NOTE Do not shin Instruments to our Foxborough MA address Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 15 Limited Warranty The Simple Logger CL600 is warranted to the owner for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture This limited warranty is given by AEMC Instruments not by the distributor from whom it was purchased This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments For full and detailed warranty coverage please read the Warranty Coverage Information which is attached to the Warranty Registration Card if enclosed or is available at www
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10. igure A 1 Sample Data Imported into Excel Formatting the Date and Time Column A contains a decimal number that represents both date and time Excel can convert this number directly as follows 1 Click on column B at the top of the column to select the data then click on Insert from the main menu and select Columns from the drop down menu 2 Next click on column A at the top of the column to select the data then click on Edit from the main menu and select Copy to copy the entire column 3 Click on cell 1 of column B and then click on Edit and select Paste to insert a duplicate of column A into column B This is necessary if you want to show the date and time in two separate columns 4 Next click on the top of column A then click on Format and anlant AIA fanana tha Avan Aanu manis Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 13 5 In the dialog box that opens select the Date option from the category list on the left Select the date format you desire and click on OK to format the column 6 Click on the top of column B then click on Format and select Cells from the drop down menu 7 In the dialog box that opens select the Time option from the category list on the left Select the time format you desire and click on OK to
11. ng with it still single blinking See the User Guide on CD ROM far dawninadina Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 9 4 3 Using the Software Launch the software and connect the RS 232 cable from your computer to the logger NOTE The first time the program is launched you will need to select a language Select Port from the menu bar and select the Com port COM 1 2 3 or 4 you will be using See your computer manual Once the software automati cally detects the baud rate the logger will communicate with the computer ID number of the logger and number of points recorded displayed Select download to display the graph Download takes about 90 sec onds Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 10 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Battery Installation Under normal conditions the battery will last up to a year of continuous recording unless the logger is restarted very frequently In the OFF mode the logger puts almost no load on the battery Use the OFF mode when the logger is not in use Replace the battery once a year in normal use If the logger will be used at temperatures below 32 F 0 C or is frequently turned on and off replace the battery every six to nine months 1 Make sure your logger is turned off no blinking light and all input
12. or printer support e CD ROM drive 1 Insert the Simple Logger CD into your CD ROM drive If auto run is enabled the Setup program will start automatically If auto run is not enabled select Run from the Start menu and type in D SETUP if your CD ROM drive is drive D If this is not the case substitute the appropriate drive letter 2 The Set up window will appear setur hhh ftware Setup Exception Voltage Logger Software Setup Exit Select an option from the list below then select the Install button Options Description Simple Logger Version 6 20 Installs the Simple Logger Software onto this computer a Acrobat Reader Check for Available Software updates This version of Simple Logger Software supports the View User Guide and Manuals following instruments AC Voltage models L100 L110 L230 L205 L260 AC Current models L110 CL600 4L2500 AL5000 DC Current model L320 DC Voltage models L410 L430 Thermocouple Models L610 L620 L630 x Quality AEMC Products Online at www G lobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 8 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 There are a several options to choose from Some options require an internet connection e Simple Logger Version 6 xx Installs the Simple Logger software to the computer e Acrobat Reader Links to the Adobe web site to download the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required for viewing PDF documents
13. s 12 5 125 Arms 0 5 Arms Sample Rate 4096 hr max decreases by 50 each time memory is full Data Storage 8192 readings Data Storage Technique TXR Time Extension Recording Power 9V Alkaline NEDA 1604 6LF22 6LR61 1200 Bps Battery Life Recording Up to 1 year of recording 77 F 25 C Output RS 232 via DB9 connector 1200 bps Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 6 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 3 2 Mechanical Specifications Size 9 1 4 x 4 x 1 5 8 235 x 102 x 41mm Weight with battery 17 1 oz Maximum Conductor Size 1 conductor 1 65 42mm 2 conductors 1 25 4mm each Case Material Polycarbonate UL VO 3 3 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 4 to 158 F 20 to 70 C Storage Temperature 4 to 176 F 20 to 80 C Relative Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Temperature Influence 5cts max 3 4 Safety Specifications CE Working Voltage EN 61010 600V Cat Ill All specifications are subject to change without notice Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 7 CHAPTER 4 OPERATION 4 1 Software Installation Minimum Computer Requirements e Windows 98 2000 ME NT and XP e Processor 486 or higher e 8MB of RAM e 8MB of hard disk space for application 400K for each stored file e One 9 pin serial port one parallel port f
14. s are disconnected 2 Turn the logger upside down Remove the battery cover by removing the slotted screw 3 Locate the two wire red black battery connector and attach the 9V battery to it Make sure that you observe polarity by lining up the battery posts to the proper terminals on the connector 4 Once the connector is plugged onto the battery insert the battery into the battery compartment 5 If the unit is not in record mode after installing the new battery disconnect it and press the button twice then reinstall the battery 6 Place the battery cover over the compartment being careful not to pinch the wires and screw into place Your logger is now recording LED blinking Press the PRESS button for five seconds to stop the instrument NOTE For long term storage remove the battery to prevent discharge effects 5 2 Cleaning The body of the logger should be cleaned with a cloth moistened with soapy water Rinse with a cloth moistened with clean water Do not use Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 11 APPENDIX A Importing TXT Files into a Spreadsheet Opening a Simple Logger TXT file in Excel The following example used with Excel Ver 7 0 or higher 1 After opening the Excel program select File from the main menu and then select Open 2 In the dialog box that appears browse and open the folder where
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16. your logger TXT files are stored This will be located in C Program Files Simple Logger 6 xx if you accepted the default choice offered by the logger installation program 3 Next change the file type to Text Files in the field labeled Files of Type All the TXT files in the logger directory should now be visible 4 Double click on the desired file to open the Text Import Wizard 5 Review the selections in the first wizard screen and make sure that the following choices are selected Original Data Type Delimited Start Import at Row 1 File Origin Windows ANSI 6 Click the NEXT button at the bottom of the Wizard dialog box The second wizard screen will appear 7 Click on Comma in the Delimiters box A check mark should appear 8 Click the NEXT button at the bottom of the Wizard dialog box The third wizard screen will appear 9 A view of the actual data to be imported should appear in the lower section of the window Column 1 should be highlighted In the Column Data Format window select Date 10 Next click on Finish to complete the process and import the data 11 The data will now appear in vour soreadsheet in two columns A Quality AEMC Products Online at www GlobalTestSupply com sales GlobalTestSupply com 12 RMS Clamp on Simple Logger Model CL600 A 8 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 35401 49 F
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