Manual TA465
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1. 43 Pitot Probes Model 634634000 Description Pitot Probe 12 30 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter 634634001 634634002 Pitot Probe 24 61 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter 634634003 Pitot Probe 18 46 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter Pitot Probe 36 91 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter 634634005 Pitot Probe 60 152 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter 634634004 Telescoping Pitot Probe 8 to 38 20 cm to 96 cm 800187 Air Flow Probe Straight Pitot 18 46 cm 5 16 8 mm diameter 44 Appendix B e AIRFLOW INSTRUMENTS Airflow Instruments TSI Instruments Ltd Visit our website at www airflowinstruments co uk for more information UK Tel 44 149 4 459200 Germany Tel 49 241 523030 France Tel 33 491 11 87 64 P N 6005359 Rev D 02014 TSI Incorporated Printed in U S A2. Supplying Power to the Model TA465 Series ssse 3 Installing the Batteries sn 3 DIP Switch Settings icc itti ai e cbe ete eines late 3 Using the AC Adapter 4 Connecting Ventilation or IAQ Probes pp 5 Using the Telescoping Thermoanemometer Probes 5 Extendirigitlie Probe idet 5 Retracting the Probe essen en 5 Using the Pressure Ports TA465 P pp 6 Connecting the Static Pressure Probe ssssssss 6 Connecting an Optional Pitot Probe or Airflow straight pltoD Probe etr deii ees 7 Thermocouple Ports 4 eee ct emet etti 9 Connecting the Thermocouples pp 9 Connecting the Optional Bluetooth Portable Printer Device 10 Connecting to a Computer sse 10 CHAPTER 3 OPERATION eeseeeeeenenee enne nennen tnnt 11 Keypad Functions garara aeaa ai aaaea AEE ARINAREN 11 Common PTE S errian e EA tian Beeline 12 MOTnUS c diona conde ieni aata aaa a aeaa ed ea 13 ZERO PRESSURE niii ndatan Hei dest Lea a anette 13 DISPLAY SETUP E dci E E T 14 SETTINGS iuias i iid a i ag Re dus ili ees 15 FLOW SETUP irda ad potter eedem Grief e eres 15 VOG SETUP enaa ide He itt EE ee HE ede x o er Ended 18 ACTUAL STANDARD SETUP Nt 18 DATA LOGGING imet o e d og fta one dede Qo 19 Measurements pp 19 Log Mode Log Settings c cccecccceeeeeeeseseeeeseaeeessaeeseneeseaees 19 24 Name TeSt wean Wane
3. Turbulence Intensity Application Note AF 141 Percent Outside Air Application Note AF 138 Leakage Test PANDA Manual MENU ME Zero Press Display Setup APPLICATIONS F Settings raft Rate Flow Setup Heatflow VOC Setup Turbulence Actual Std Setup Outside Air Data Logging Leakage Test Zero CO Applications Calibration Bluetooth Functions Operation 31 CALIBRATION The Calibration Menu lists measurement parameters that can be adjusted in the field The appropriate detachable probes must be attached to the TA465 before field calibration can be undertaken except for pressure and barometric pressure calibration For more information on performing field calibrations refer to TSI Applications Note AF 146 MENU Te Zero Press Display Setup CALIBRATION II E Settings Ibrate Temp Flow Setup alibrate Vel VOC Setup Calibrate RH Actual Std Setu Calibrate B P Data Logging Calibrate CO2 Zero CO Calibrate CO Applications Calibrate VOC Calibration Restore Factory Cal Bluetooth Functions BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS The AIRFLOW Instruments meter contains a Bluetooth Functions menu which is used to adjust parameters to assist with wireless connections to other Bluetooth capable devices MENU Zero Press Display Setup Settings Flow Setup VOC Setup Actual Std Setup Data Logging Zero CO Applications Calibration Bluetooth Functions TETTE Discover Devices Dis
4. AF 106 Press Kfact allows for calculating flow rate from diffusers or flow stations with pressure taps using the instruments pressure ports and Kfactors The Kfactors are obtained from the diffuser or flow station manufacturer For more information refer to Application Note AF 114 Up to 5 rectangular ducts 5 round ducts 5 duct areas and 5 Kfactors can be pre programed for quick use on a jobsite FuowseTue IIl FLOWSETUP ID ENTER SETTINGS I Flow Type Round duet Select pre programmed Flow Type Rectact Select Duct 1 L pape pro GONG Enter Settings ENTER SETTINGS IIli Duct dimensions Enter Settings gt Duct 1 20 3 cm dia Select Duct 1 Duct 1 355cm dia Duct 1 203cm da Duct 2 40cm dia Duct 2 355cm da Program up to 5 Duct 2 305cm dia Program up to 5 Duct 3 40 6 cm da separate duct Duct 3 30 5cm dia separate duct Duct 4 305cm da sizes Duct 3 305cm dia sizes Duct 5 305cm da Dict 4 203 ca de BI Duct 4 355cm dia gt Duct 5 40 6 cm dia gt lt gt Duct 5 40 6cm dia d L lt gt FLOWSETUP Mii FLOWSETUP Iiih Flow Type Duct eren Select pre programmed Flow Type EEE Select pre programmed EnterSetings ENTER SETTINGS IIl Duct dimensions Enter Settings ENTER SETTINGS IIT Kfactor SelectOuct 1 35 Select Kfactor 1 4 3 Duet 1 0 1642 m Kfactor 1 3 730 Duet 2 0 03242 m Program u
5. eh ee oh Ate ey euge deut 24 MIS UADIT aasad anatania daana ao ea a adaa aa adaa NEK 25 ViOW Stal Saena i e edi Et aa E 25 View Samples Rp 26 Print Testai aaaeaii tae iade Renee 27 Delete D3l8 irte tem tete Pere erences evt eria tere 28 96 Memory iiit ceret d awit peo 29 ZERO O 2 so rd ame db a 30 APPLICATIONS onirin 4 tide Dioec e oe ee 31 CALIBRATION tree ato sed taedia 32 BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS essent 32 Discover Devices cisiiiiessccsssdcstidnessicsdeesciccenevsnderdevaat taevacedeovsaace 32 Discoverability oec gididice aide aia p e aces 33 PINCODE TEREA 33 AUIOCONNGCIS ordei aii diene 33 Printing Data Using the Portable Printer pp 33 LogDat2 Downloading SoftWware ppp 34 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE ee 35 Recalibraiieonma aaa 35 CASOS 35 Stola gE iere eii p e E EEE 35 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING eere 37 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONG 2 ccsseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeneeensee 39 APPENDIX B OPTIONAL PLUG IN PROBES 43 These Application Notes can be found under TSI s web site hitp www tsi com AF 106 Traversing a Duct to Determine Average Air Velocity or Volume AF 107 Using the Models TA465 PVM610 and PVM620 to Measure Pressure AF 109 Converting Standard Velocity to Actual Velocity AF 114 Use of K Factors with TA465 PVM610 and PVM620 AF 124 Heat Flow C
6. refer to TSI Applications Note AF 150 Connecting to a Computer Use the Computer Interface USB Cable provided with the Model TA465 to connect the instrument to a computer for downloading stored MR u USB Communications Port o This symbol is used to indicate that the data port of the Model TA465 is not intended for connection to a public telecommunications network Connect the USB data port only to another USB port on a safety certified computing device Protection provided by the instrument could be impaired A if used in a manner other than specified in this user manual Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG 10 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Operation Pressure Ports Battery Indicator Additional Messages Activity Area Primary Parameter Soft Key Indicators Secondary Parameters Soft Keys Keypad Functions ON OFF W Key Press the ON OFF key to turn the Model TA465 on and off During the power up sequence the display will show the following Model Number Serial Number and Software Revision To turn the instrument off press and hold the ON OFF Key for 3 seconds The instrument will count down OFF2 OFF1 OFF If AC Adapter is attached the Battery and ON OFF Key is bypassed If the ON OFF Key is pressed while the AC adapter is attached the instrument instructs you to Unplug the instrument to turn off unit To turn the instrument on again at
7. the average over the last time constant period For example if the time constant is 10 seconds the display will update every second but the displayed reading will be the average from the last 10 seconds This is also referred to as a moving average Log Interval The logging interval is the period over which the instrument will average the logged sample For example if the logging interval is set to 30 minutes each sample will be the average over the previous 30 minutes Test Length This is the time over which the data will be logged in the Continuous Time mode of data logging 12 Chapter 3 Menus The menu structure is organized to allow easy navigation and instrument setup utilizing the arrow keys and button To exit a menu or menu item press the ESC key e To access the Menu items press the Menu soft key e To select a parameter use the Arrow keys to highlight the selection and press the lt 4 button MENU Im Zero Press Display Setup Settings Flow Setup VOC Setup Actual Std Setup Data Logging Zero CO Applications Calibration Bluetooth Functions ZERO PRESSURE To zero the pressure reading leave the positive and negative ports open to atmosphere and select the Zero Press The pressure sensor should be zeroed after initial setup and checked periodically The instrument will indicate if the pressure zero was successful Operation 13 DISPLAY SET
8. 270 cm in increments of 0 1 cm Volumetric Flow Rate Range Actual range is a function of actual velocity pressure duct size and K factor Temperature TA Probe Range 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Accuracy 0 5 F 0 3 C Resolution 0 1 F 0 1 C Relative Humidity TA Probe Range 5 to 95 RH Accuracy 3 RH Resolution 0 1 RH Wet Bulb Temperature TA Probe Range 40 to 140 F 5 to 60 C Resolution 0 1 F 0 1 C Dew Point TA Probe Range 5 to 120 F 15 to 49 C Resolution 0 1 F 0 1 C Heat Flow TA Probe Range Function of velocity temperature humidity and barometric pressure Measurements available Sensible heat flow latent heat flow total heat flow and sensible heat factor Units measured BTU hr kW 39 Static Differential Pressure Range 15 to 15 in H2O 28 0 to 28 0 mm Hg 3735 to 3735 Pa Accuracy 1 of reading 0 005 in H2O 1 Pa 0 01 mm Hg Resolution 0 001 in H2O 0 1 Pa 0 01 mm Hg Barometric Pressure Range 20 36 to 36 648 in Hg 517 15 to 930 87 mm Hg Accuracy 2 of reading Instrument Temperature Range Operating Electronics 40 to 113 F 5 to 45 C Operating Probe 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Storage 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Instrument Operating Conditions Altitude up to 4000 meters Relative humidity up to 80 RH non condensing Data Storage Capabilities Range 26 500 samples and 100 test IDs one sample c
9. AIRFLOW INSTRUMENTS AIR VELOCITY METER MODEL TA465 Ee OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL P N 6005359 REV D OCTOBER 2014 AIRFLOW START SEEING THE BENPFIIS OF REGISTERING TODAY Thank you for your TSI instrument purchase Occasionally TSI releases information on software updates product enhancements and new products By registering your instrument TSI will be able to send this important information to you http register tsi com As part of the registration process you will be asked for your comments on TSI products and services TSI s customer feedback program gives customers like you a way to tell us how we are doing e UNDERSTANDING ACCELERATED e TSI Incorporated Visit our website www tsi com for more information USA Tel 1 800 874 2811 India Tel 91 80 67877200 UK Tel 44 149 4 459200 China Tel 86 10 8219 7688 France Tel 33 4 91 11 87 64 Singapore Tel 65 6595 6388 Germany Tel 49 241 523030 2013 TSI Incorporated Printed in U S A Copyright TSI Incorporated 2011 2014 All rights reserved Address TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Fax No 651 490 3824 Limitation Of Warranty And Liability effective April 2014 For country specific terms and conditions outside of the USA please visit www tsi com Seller warrants the goods excluding software sold hereunder under normal use and service as described in the operator s manual to be free fro
10. C add uncertainty of 0 05 F F 0 03 C C for change in instrument temperature 8 Accuracy with probe at 77 F 25 C Add uncertainty of 0 1 RH F 0 2 RH C for change in probe temperature Includes 1 hysteresis Overpressure range 190 in H20 7 psi 360 mmHg 48 kPa Specifications 41 42 This page intentionally left blank Appendix A Appendix B Optional Plug in Probes Thermoanemometer Probes Model Description 960 Air Velocity and Temperature Straight Probe 962 Air Velocity and Temperature Articulating Probe 964 Air Velocity Temperature and Humidity Straight Probe 966 Air Velocity Temperature and Humidity Articulating Probe Rotating Vane Anemometer Probes Model Description 995 4 in 100 mm Rotating Vane Air Velocity and Temperature Indoor Air Quality IAQ Probes Model Description 980 Indoor Air Quality Probe Temperature Humidity CO 982 Indoor Air Quality Probe Temperature Humidity CO and CO Volatile Organic Compounds VOC Probes Model Description 984 Low Concentration ppb VOC and Temperature 985 High Concentration ppm VOC and Temperature 986 Low Concentration ppb VOC Temperature CO and Humidity 987 High Concentration ppm VOC Temperature CO and Humidity K alloy Thermocouple Probes Model Description 792 Surface Temperature Probe 794 Air Temperature Probe
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13. T MIF Test003 12 Samy Test 004 8 Samp Test 005 erties Delete Test 005 Test 006 15 Sam Are you sure Test 007 0 Samy Test 008 0 Samy Test 009 0 Samy VES NO Test010 0 Samples V DATES Chapter 3 Delete Sample will clear the last sample in an individual Test ID selected by the user Memory This option displays the memory available Delete All under Delete Data will clear memory and reset the memory available to 100 Operation 29 ZERO CO This menu item applies to TSI probe Model 982 which can measure carbon monoxide CO Zero CO will zero the CO sensor readings that may have drifted Initiating the Zero CO function will show the sensor CO reading and the time remaining MENU MF Zero Press Display Setup gence m Settings Flow Setup VOC Setup Actual Std Sex 0 0 ppm Data Loggi Zero CO Applications Calibration EE Bluetooth Functions The Zero CO function should be performed in an area where no combustion is taking place which may affect zeroing of the sensor 30 Chapter 3 APPLICATIONS This menu option includes specialized measurement protocols used to perform various tests or investigations You can choose Draft Rate Heat flow Turbulence Outside Air and Leakage Test in the Applications menu For more information on these applications refer to the following information Draft Rate Application Note AF 142 Heat Flow Application Note AF 124
14. UP Display Setup menu is where you will setup the desired parameters to be displayed on the instrument screen With a parameter highlighted you can then use the ON soft key to have it show up on the instrument screen or select the OFF soft key to turn off the parameter Use PRIMARY soft key to have a parameter show up on the instrument screen in a larger display A total of 5 parameters can be shown on the display 1 primary large font and 4 secondary Parameters shown in the Display Setup screen are dependent on the type of probe currently connected e When set to PRIMARY measurement will be the large font on the display e When set to ON measurement will be displayed as a secondary parameter up to 4 can be displayed e When set to OFF measurement will not be displayed MENU TETTE Zero Press i gt DISPLAY SETUP IF Display Setup E Settings Velocity ON Flow Setup Flow OFF VOC Setup Pitot Velocity OFF Actual Std Setup Pressure ON Data Loggi Temperature ON gging Zero CO Baro Press OFF Applications Calibration Bluetooth Functions ON PRIMARY OFF Pitot Velocity and AFProbe Velocity cannot both be ON at the same time nor can one be set to PRIMARY and the other to ON Only one can be ON at any given time 14 Chapter 3 SETTINGS Settings menu is where you can set the general settings These include Language Beeper Select Units Time Constant Contrast Set Time Set Date T
15. alculations AF 138 Percent Outdoor Air Calculation and Its Use AF 141 Turbulence Intensity Measurements AF 142 Draft Rate A Determining Factor in the Quantification of Human Comfort AF 147 Photo lonization Detection PID Technology AF 150 Using Bluetooth Communications Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from the shipping container Check the individual parts against the list of components below If anything is missing or damaged notify TSI immediately 1 NO Aw LP Carrying case Instrument Static pressure tip TA465 P model only Rubber tubing TA465 P model only USB cable LogDat2 CD ROM with downloading software AC adapter This page intentionally left blank Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Setting up Supplying Power to the Model TA465 Series The Model TA465 AIRFLOW Instruments Air Velocity Meter can be powered in one of two ways four size AA batteries or the AC adapter Installing the Batteries Insert four AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the inside of the battery compartment The Model TA465 is designed to operate with either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries Battery life will be shorter if NiMH batteries are used If NiMH batteries are used the DIP switch will need to be changed Refer to the next section DIP Switch Settings Carbon zinc batteries are not recommended because of the danger
16. an contain fourteen measurement types Logging Interval Intervals 1 second to 1 hour Time Constant Intervals User selectable Response Time Velocity 200 msec Temperature 2 minutes to 66 of final value Pressure 0 1 msec Humidity lt 1 minute to 66 of final value External Meter Dimensions 3 8 in x 8 3 in x 2 1 in 9 7 cm x 21 1 cm x 5 3 cm Meter Probe Dimensions Probe length 40 in 101 6 cm Probe diameter of tip 0 28 in 7 0 mm Probe diameter of base 0 51 in 13 0 mm Articulating Probe Dimensions Articulating section length 6 0 in 15 24 cm Diameter of articulating knuckle 0 38 in 9 5 mm Meter Weight Weight with batteries 0 8 Ibs 0 36 kg 40 Appendix A Power Requirements Four AA size batteries included or AC Adapter p n 801761 Input 90 to 240 VAC 50 to 60 Hz Output 9 VDC 2A Temperature compensated over an air temperature range of 40 to 150 F 5 to 65 C The accuracy statement of 3 0 of reading or 3 ft min 40 015 m s whichever is greater begins at 30 ft min through 9999 ft min 0 15 m s through 50 m s Pressure velocity measurements are not recommended below 1000 ft min 5 m s and are best suited to velocities over 2000 ft min 10 00 m s Range can vary depending on barometric pressure Accuracy is a function of converting pressure to velocity Conversion accuracy improves when actual pressure values increase Accuracy with instrument case at 77 F 25
17. cations To use the PRINT command Bluetooth communications must be established between the TA465 and the Model 8934 wireless printer or PC set up with Bluetooth communications Print Test Press 1 to print all statistics and samples for the selected Test ID VIEW DATA MIE Choose Test Test 001 View Stats View Samples Print Test The TA465 can send this data to the optional Model 8934 wireless printer or PC capable of Bluetooth communications To use the PRINT command Bluetooth communications must be established between the TA465 and the Model 8934 wireless printer or PC set up with Bluetooth communications For more information on establishing Bluetooth connections refer to TSI Applications Note AF 150 Operation 27 Delete Data Use this to delete all data delete test or delete sample DATA LOGGING IE Measurements DELETE DATA F Log Mode Cont tip Delete All Log Settings Delete Test Choose Test TSt 00 Delete Sample Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory lt gt Delete All will clear stored data in all Test IDs DELETE DATA Delete All DELETE ALL F Delete Test Delete Sample Are you sure YES NO Delete Test will clear stored data in an individual Test ID selected by the user DELETE DATA Delete All Delete Test Delete Sample 28 DELETE TEST II Test 001 14 Samy Test 002 10Sam_ DELETE TES
18. coverability PINcode 3t AutoConnects Discover Devices Enable 0000 1 Start the Bluetooth process of finding other devices from the AIRFLOW Instruments meter 32 Chapter 3 Discoverability Describes whether another device can discover the meter Options include Disable The instrument is not discoverable by other devices Temporary Allows the instrument to be discoverable until another device pairs with it or until the instrument power is turned off and back on Enable Makes the instrument discoverable indefinitely PINcode The PINcode is a security key to be entered into the computer if prompted The factory default PINcode is 0000 NOTE PINcode must be set to 0000 in order to use 8934 printer AutoConnects Specifies how many times the instrument will attempt to reattach to a paired device after the power is turned on For this option the instrument Discoverability setting must be enabled Settings are 0 to 5 times For more information on establishing Bluetooth connections refer to TSI Applications Note AF 150 Printing Data Using the Portable Printer To print logged data first enter the DATALOGGING menu Then use the CHOOSE TEST item to select the data to be printed After the test is selected use the VIEW STATS and VIEW SAMPLES items to select statistics or individual data points to view and print After selecting VIEW STATS or VIEW SAMPLES press the PRINT ke
19. ery contacts Clean the battery contacts Velocity reading Fluctuating flow Reposition probe in less fluctuates unstable turbulent flow or use longer time constant No response to Keypad locked out Unlock keypad by keypad pressing A V keys simultaneously Instrument Error Memory is full Download data if desired message appears then DELETE ALL memory Fault in instrument Factory service required on instrument Probe Error Fault in probe Factory service required message appears on probe Probe is plugged in Probe was plugged in Turn instrument OFF and but the instrument when the instrument was then turn it back ON does not recognize ON it 37 Remove the probe from excessive temperature immediately excessive heat can damage the sensor Operating temperature limits can be found in Appendix A Specifications The pressure sensor is protected from damage up to 7 psi 48 kPa or 360 mmHg At higher pressure it can burst 38 Chapter 5 Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice Velocity TA Probe Range 0 to 9999 ft min 0 to 50 m s Accuracy 3 of reading or 3 ft min 0 015 m s whichever is greater Resolution 1 ft min 0 01 m s Velocity Pitot Tube Range 250 to 15500 ft min 1 27 to 78 7 m s Accuracy 1 5 at 2000 ft min 10 16 m s Resolution 1 ft min 0 01 m s Duct Size Range 1 to 500 inches in increments of 0 1 in 2 5 to 1
20. gt Pressing the A V keys simultaneously will lock the keypad to prevent unauthorized adjustments to the instruments during unattended logging A Lock symbol will appear on the display To unlock the keypad press the AW keys simultaneously The Lock symbol will disappear Cont time Logging In Cont time mode the user starts taking readings by pressing the 3 key The instrument will continue taking samples until the time as set in Test Length has elapsed DATA LOGGING MME Measurements Log Mod Log Settings Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory LOG MODE IT Manual Auto save Cont key Cont time Chapter 3 When set to Cont time the log interval and test length can be adjusted DATA LOGGING Measurements Log Mode Cprft t Log Settings Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory Test LOG SETTINGS LOGINTERVAL III Log Interval Test Length 00 01 00 00 01 00 05 Min Sec lt gt TEST LENGTH lt M 00 00 05 Day Hour Min gt Pressing the AW keys simultaneously will lock the keypad to prevent unauthorized adjustments to the instruments during unattended logging A Lock symbol will appear on the display To unlock the keypad press the A V keys simultaneously The Lock symbol will disappear Operation 23 24 Choose Test Te
21. hen set to DISPLAY measurement will be logged to memory if itis visible on the main running screen e When set to OFF measurement will not be logged to memory MENU M Zero Press Display Setup pun palin HEP Settings Lod Mode Cont gt MEASUREMENTS II h Flow Setup gT OCE om ea Seri Temperature DISPLAY VOC Setup Og eet gs i Velocity DISPLAY Choose Test Test Actual Std Setu Flow DISPLAY Data Loggin Name Test gging Vi Heatflow OFF Zero CO iew Data p ressure DISPLAY Applications p Piste Data Baro Press ON Calibration Memory Bluetooth Functions lt ON DISPLAY OFF Pitot Velocity and AFProbe Velocity cannot both be ON at the same time nor can one be set to PRIMARY and the other to ON Only one can be ON at any given time Log Mode Log Settings The TA465 can be programmed to store measurements to memory in several different logging formats e Manual e Auto save e Cont key e Cont time Operation 19 20 Manual Logging Manual mode does not automatically save data but instead prompts the user to SAVE a sample or ESC to not save To start logging press the key To adjust the averaging period for a sample change the Time Constant increase or decrease in seconds which is located in the Settings Menu DATA LOGGING Measurements Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory ME LOG MODE IIb Log Moren Log Settings Manual A
22. ime Format Date Format Number Format Backlight and Auto Off Use the Aor W keys to select an option and the lt or gt soft keys to change the settings for each option Press the key to accept settings MENU TE Zero Press Display Setup 77 SETTINGS MM Settin Language English gs B Disabl eeper isable Flow Setup Select Units VOC Setup Time Constant 1 Second Actual Std Setup Contrast 5 Data Logging Set Time 09 14 AM Zero CO Set Date 10 31 08 Applications Time Format 12 hr salary Bluetooth Functions Backlight ne Auto Off Enable FLOW SET UP In Flow Setup mode there are six types Round Duct Rectangle Duct Duct Area Pressure Kfactor Horn and Air Cone Use the lt or gt soft keys to scroll through the types and then press the key to accept the desired type To change the value highlight the Enter Settings option and press the key MENU LITTLE 4 ELOW TYPE I Zero Press FLOW SET Round duct Display Setup Flow Type Round Duct Rectduct Settings Enter Settings Ductarea Flow Setup Press Kfact VOC Setup yo Actual Std Setup Data Loggin CO ENTER SETTINGS IF Applications Calibration Bluetooth Functions 12 0 in dia gt Operation 15 Round duct Rect duct and Duct area are used to perform a duct traverse using a pitot probe or thermoanemometer probe For more information on how to perform a duct traverse refer to Application Note
23. ional Pitot Probe or Airflow straight pitot Probe When connected to a pitot probe air velocity or air volume can be measured A pitot probe can be connected to the and pressure ports on the Model TA465 P using two pieces of tubing of equal length The total pressure port of the pitot probe connects to the port on the meter and the static pressure port of the pitot probe connects to the port on the meter For information on how to perform a duct traverse refer to Application Note AF 106 NOTE The pitot velocity needs a valid temperature to perform the standard or actual velocity correction This is accomplished in the Actual Std Setup menu If no probe capable of measuring temperature plug in probe or thermocouple is connected the Temp Source must be set to Entered The duct air temperature must then be manually inputted by the user using the Entered Temp setting If the Temp Source is set to Probe or Thermocouple 1 or 2 and no probe is connected dashes will appear on the display For more information on entering the temperature manually refer to the Actual Standard Setup section of this manual Setting up 7 Total pressure hole Static pressure holes Static pressure port to input on manometer Total pressure port to 7 input on manometer A Do not use the instrument or probes near hazardous voltage so
24. m defects in workmanship and material for 24 months or if less the length of time specified in the operator s manual from the date of shipment to the customer This warranty period is inclusive of any statutory warranty This limited warranty is subject to the following exclusions and exceptions a Hot wire or hot film sensors used with research anemometers and certain other components when indicated in specifications are warranted for 90 days from the date of shipment b Pumps are warranted for hours of operation as set forth in product or operator s manuals c Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use for 90 days from the date of shipment d Seller does not provide any warranty on finished goods manufactured by others or on any fuses batteries or other consumable materials Only the original manufacturer s warranty applies e This warranty does not cover calibration requirements and seller warrants only that the instrument or product is properly calibrated at the time of its manufacture Instruments returned for calibration are not covered by this warranty f This warranty is VOID if the instrument is opened by anyone other than a factory authorized service center with the one exception where requirements set forth in the manual allow an operator to replace consumables or perform recommended cleaning g This warranty is VO
25. mmed curve to calculate flow rate from velocity when using a thermoanemometer probe The Air cone selection applies to the Model 995 Rotating Vane Anemometer and the Air Cone kit p n AFL72852201 which are used to take flow measurements on small outlets Operation 17 VOC SETUP This menu item applies to TSI probes that measure Volatile Organic Compounds VOC Refer to the manual included with VOC probe Models 984 985 986 and 987 for information on usage and setup ACTUAL STANDARD SETUP Choose Actual Standard measurements and parameters in the Act Std Setup menu The Model TA465 measures the actual barometric pressure using an internal sensor The temperature source can be entered manually or taken from a probe that measures temperature plug in probe or thermocouple For more information on Actual and Standard conditions refer to Application Note AF 109 MENU TETTE Sawe MMe Zero Press Display Setup ROSE Settings Temp source Entered Flow Setup VOC Setup TEMPSOURCE MF Actual Std Setu EnteredTemp 70 F Data Logging K gt A on see Zero CO Thermocouple 2 Applications lt gt Calibration Bluetooth Functions 18 Chapter 3 DATA LOGGING Measurements Measurements to be logged to memory are independent of measurements on the display and must therefore be selected under DATA LOGGING gt Measurements e When set to ON measurement will be logged to memory e W
26. mple consists of a pressure temperature and relative humidity reading Use the lt or gt keys to view statistics of each measurement parameter The TA465 can send this data to the optional Model 8934 wireless printer or PC capable of Bluetooth communications To use the PRINT command Bluetooth communications must be established between the TA465 and the Model 8934 wireless printer or PC set up with Bluetooth communications View Samples VIEW DATA WHE Choose Test Test 001 View Stats View Samples Print Test 26 Chapter 3 Use the lt and gt arrow keys to view samples of all the measurement parameters stored in a Test ID TEST OO II TEST OO II TESTOO II E Velocity Temperature 9erh Sample 1 218 ft min Sample 1 73 5 F Sample 1 15 1 rh Sample 2 280 ft min Sample 2 73 7 F Sample 2 14 2 rh Sample 3 316 ft min Sample 3 73 8 F Sample 3 13 8 rh Sample 4 399 ft min Sample 4 73 8 F Sample 4 13 8 rh Sample 5 188 ft min Sample 5 73 6 F Sample 5 13 5 rh Sample 6 306 ft min Sample 6 73 6 F Sample 6 13 6 rh Sample 7 313 ft min Sample 7 73 5 F Sample 7 13 6 rh Sample 8 294 ft min Sample 8 73 4 F Sample 8 13 5 rh Sample 9 309 ft min Sample 9 73 4 F Sample 9 13 5 rh V V V lt PRNT gt lt PRINT gt lt PRNT gt The TA465 can send this data to the optional Model 8934 wireless printer or PC capable of Bluetooth communi
27. n the Choose Test menu Measurements Log Mode Log Settings Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory DATALOGGING II VIEW DATA View Stats View Samples Print Test Choose Test Testor gt CHOOSE TEST II View Stats Test 001 9 Samples Test 002 7 Samples Test 003 0 Samples Test 004 0 Samples Test 005 0 Samples Test 006 0 Samples Test 007 0 Samples Test 008 0 Samples Test 009 0 Samples Test010 0 Samples FAN fee DATES Displays statistics average minimum and maximum of a selected Test ID and the number of samples date and time the samples were taken Measurements Log Mode Log Settings Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory DATA LOGGING Auto ME VIEW DATA Choose Test View Stats est oc View Samples Print Test Test 001 MM Operation 25 Use the lt and gt arrow keys to view statistics of all the measurement parameters stored in a Test ID TEST 001 Pressure M Avg 1 739 in H2O Min 1 665 in H2O Max 1 812 in H2O Samples 9 10 31 08 07 01 39 AM lt PRINT gt TEST001 IF Temperature Avg 78 2 F Min a AP Max 78 3 F Samples 9 10 31 08 07 01 39 AM lt PRINT gt TEST001 Mi RH Avg 12 2 RH Min 11 1 RH Max 12 9 RH Samples 9 10 31 08 07 01 39 AM lt PRINT gt Example TEST 001 has 9 samples each sa
28. of battery acid leakage DIP Switch Settings To access the DIP switch remove the batteries from the battery compartment On the inside of the battery compartment there is a window with a single DIP switch see figure below The table below shows the functions for the switch Switch Function Settings 1 NiMH OFF Alkaline Batteries ON NiMH Rechargeable Batteries AIRFLOW is a trademark of TSI Incorporated A Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries Using the AC Adapter The AC adapter can be used to power the instrument or to charge the NiMH batteries when the DIP switch in the battery compartment is set to NiMH If the DIP switch is set to Alkaline and the AC power adapter is connected then the batteries will be bypassed and the meter will be powered by the AC adapter Be sure to provide the correct voltage and frequency which is marked on the back of the AC adapter AC Adapter input Chapter 2 Connecting Ventilation or IAQ Probes The ventilation and IAQ probes have a D shape overmolding on the mini DIN connector which must align with the connector at the base of the TA465 series meter This will ensure the probe is properly connected and remains so during use Once connected and turned on refer to the DISPLAY SETUP for displaying the desired measurements D Shaped mini DIN connector Using the Telescoping Thermoanemometer Probes The telescoping probe contains the veloci
29. ombe Bucks HP12 3ST United Kingdom Tel 44 0 149 4 459200 Fax 44 0 149 4 459700 The Model TA465 and accessory probes can also be recalibrated in the field using the CALIBRATION menu These field adjustments are intended to make minor changes in calibration to match a user s calibration standards The field adjustment is NOT intended as a complete calibration capability For complete multiple point calibration and certification the instrument must be returned to the factory Cases If the instrument case or storage case needs cleaning wipe it off with a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol or a mild detergent Never immerse the Model TA465 If the enclosure of the Model TA465 or the AC adapter becomes broken it must be replaced immediately to prevent access to hazardous voltage Storage Remove the batteries when storing the unit for more than one month to prevent damage due to battery leakage 35 36 This page intentionally left blank Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Table 5 1 lists the symptoms possible causes and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with the Model TA465 If your symptom is not listed or if none of the solutions solves your problem please contact TSI Table 5 1 Troubleshooting the Model TA465 Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action No Display Unit not turned on Switch unit on Low or dead batteries Replace batteries or plug in AC adapter Dirty batt
30. p to 5 Kfactor 2 6 400 Program up to 5 Duct 3 12133m separate duct Kfactor 3 0 910 ___ separate Kfactors Duet 4 223m sizes Kfactor 4 1163 Range is from Duet 5 0 1098 m Kfactor 5 17 88 0 001 0999 9 gt Ee EM gt s id When Flow is set as the Primary measurement in the Display Setup menu the dimensions or Kfactor will also be displayed Standard TTE Standard IT mh mh 622 43 75 465 Bho 35 6cm 200 Pa 1 59 m s Pt Test003 Test003 NEXT TEST MENU STATS NEXTTEST MENU STATS For flow measurements with round rectangular or duct area velocity must be set as a secondary measurement in order for flow readings to appear when using the pitot or AF probe 16 Chapter 3 When measuring Flow as the Primary measurement the parameters can be quickly changed by pressing the A or W key while on the main measurement screen Duct2 MF KFACTOR 1 MF 305 cm dia 32 90 Select Kfactor Select Duct Make adjustments with the A or W arrow keys and press to accept or enter the Select Duct or Select Kfactor menu to choose a different pre programmed flow value or dimension The Horn numbers are the models of the horns For example 100 refers to a horn model number AM 100 Only horns with Model numbers as follows can be used with this function AM 100 AM 300 AM 600 and AM 1200 If a horn model number is chosen the instrument will return to measuring mode and use a preprogra
31. st IDs consist of a group of Samples that are used to determine statistics average minimum and maximum of a measurement application The TA465 can store 26 500 samples and 100 test IDs one sample can contain fourteen measurement types Example Each duct traverse will have its own Test ID consisting of several Samples Pressing NEW will advance to the next available Test ID Pressing DATES will list the date the Test was taken DATA LOGGING IT Measurements CHOOSE TEST IT Log Mode Cont stfn Test 001 9 Samples Log Settings Test 002 7 Samples Test 003 0 Samples Choose Test Test Ol Testoo4 0 Samples Name Test Test 005 0 Samples View Data Test 006 0 Samples Delete Data Test 007 0 Samples Memory Test 008 0 Samples Test 009 0 Samples Test 010 0 Samples lt gt VE NEW DATES Name Test This option allows for customizing the Test ID name using 8 characters maximum Use the arrow keys to move the cursor to a desired location press to accept Repeat until the desired name appears Press SAVE to store custom ID name DATA LOGGING IIT NAME TEST Mle Measurements Log Mode Log Settings aa Choose Test 0123456789 Name Test ABCDEFGH1J View Data KLMNOPQRST Delete Data UVWXYZ_ lt Memory lt gt lt SAVE x Chapter 3 View Data Choose Test To view stored data first select the Test ID that contains the data to be recalled This is accomplished i
32. tach the AC adapter or press the ON OFF Key Arrow A V Keys Press to scroll through choices while setting a parameter Pressing the AW keys simultaneously will lock the keypad to prevent unauthorized adjustments to the instruments To unlock the keypad press the AW keys simultaneously 11 Enter Key Press to accept a menu selection value or condition Press to Start or Stop datalogging when in Continuous Key mode Arrow lt or gt and Menu Soft Keys Press arrow keys to change choices while setting a parameter Press the Menu soft key to select the Menu selections which are Pressure Zero Display Setup Settings Flow Setup VOC Setup Actual Std Setup Data Logging Zero CO Applications Calibration and Bluetooth Functions Common Terms In this manual there are several terms that are used in different places The following is a brief explanation of the meanings of those terms Sample Consists of all of the measurement parameters stored at the same time Test ID A group of samples The statistics average minimum maximum and count are calculated for each test ID The maximum number of test IDs is 100 Time Constant The time constant is an averaging period It is used to dampen the display If you are experiencing fluctuating flows a longer time constant will slow down those fluctuations The display will update every second but the displayed reading will be
33. ty temperature and humidity sensors When using the probe make sure the sensor window is fully exposed and the orientation dimple is facing upstream For temperature and humidity measurements make sure that at least 3 inches 7 5 cm of the probe is in the flow to allow the temperature and humidity sensors to be in the air stream Extending the Probe To extend the probe hold the handle in one hand while pulling on the probe tip with the other hand Do not hold the cable while extending the probe as this prevents the robe from extending Retracting the Probe To retract the probe hold the handle in one hand while gently pulling the probe cable until the smallest antenna section is retracted Setting up 5 Do not use the instrument or probes near hazardous voltage sources since serious injury could result Using the Pressure Ports TA465 P The TA465 P includes pressure ports that can be used to measure static and differential pressures in ductwork For more information see Application Note AF 107 Negative Pressure Port Positive Pressure Port Connecting the Static Pressure Probe The Static Pressure probe included with the TA465 P is connected to the port on the TA465 P using the included tubing The Static Pressure probe is used to measure the duct static pressure and features a magnet which holds the probe to the ductwork TSI AIRFLOW H t lt 6 Chapter 2 Connecting an Opt
34. urces since serious injury could result Chapter 2 Thermocouple Ports The TA465 series includes two thermocouple ports at the base of the meter Any K Alloy thermocouple with mini connector can be attached See Display Setup for setting the thermocouple temperature readings to be displayed as TC1 TC2 or TC1 TC2 Connecting the Thermocouples The K Alloy thermocouple with mini connector has one terminal wider than the other The wider terminal will be inserted into the bottom of the TC1 or TC2 connector port K alloy Thermocouple TC1 TC2 Thermocouples from an alternate TSI supplier must have the metal sheath electrically isolated from the wires inside Failure to meet this requirement may result in false readings electrical shock or fire hazard Do not use the instrument or probes near hazardous voltage sources since serious injury could result Setting up 9 Connecting the Optional Bluetooth Portable Printer Device To connect the Bluetooth printer to the Model TA465 power on the unit and the printer Then press the MENU soft key From the Menu use the A and V keys to highlight Bluetooth Functions and press the 3 key Highlight Discover Devices and press the 3 key If other TSI Bluetooth printers are in the area turn them off before searching The Model TA465 will then search for and list all available Bluetooth devices For more information on establishing Bluetooth connections
35. uto save Cont key Cont time lt Auto Save Logging In Auto save mode the user samples are automatically logged to memory at the end of the sampling period To start logging press the key DATA LOGGING MME Measurements Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory Log Mod Log Settings Manual Choose Test LOG MODE Mk Auto save Cont key Cont time lt Chapter 3 When set to Auto save the Sample Time can be adjusted Sample Time is the time period over which the Sample will be averaged DATA LOGGING IT Measurements SAMPLE TIME F Log Mode Aye Log Settings Choose Test Test 0 00 05 Name Test Min Sec View Data Delete Data S Memory Cont key Logging In Cont key mode the user starts logging by pressing the key The instrument will continue logging until the key is pressed again DATA LOGGING E Measurements LOG MODE JIB Log Mod Log Settings Manual Choose Test Auto save Name Test Cont key View Data Cont time Delete Data Memory gt Operation 21 22 When set to Cont key the log interval can be adjusted DATA LOGGING Choose Test Name Test View Data Delete Data Memory UTI Measurements LOG SETTINGS Log Mode Cont ke erent Log Settings eg TUervd Test 00 00 LOG INTERVAL IF 00 05 Min Sec lt
36. y to print the data Operation 33 LogDat2 Downloading Software The AIRFLOW Model TA465 also includes downloading software called LogDat2 LogDat2 software transfers the stored data from the Model TA465 to a computer as a spreadsheet file This software is useful for applications such as duct traverses fume hood and filter face velocity testing Follow the instructions on the label of the LogDat2 software to install the software on your computer The software is shipped on a CD ROM and includes a User s Guide and Installation Instructions Updates are available from the TSI website at http www tsi com SoftwareDownloads To download data from the Model TA465 connect the supplied computer interface USB cable to the Model TA465 and to a computer USB port Any USB port can be used 34 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Maintenance The Model TA465 and probe accessories require very little maintenance to keep it performing well Recalibration To maintain a high degree of accuracy in your measurements we recommend that you return your Model TA465 960 series thermoanemometer probes IAQ and VOC probes to TSI for annual recalibration Please contact one of TSI s offices or your local distributor to make service arrangements and to receive a Return Material Authorization RMA number To fill out an online RMA form visit TSI s website at htip service tsi com TSI Instruments Ltd Stirling Road Cressex Business Park High Wyc
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