Co2meter SAN-0001, Manual

Page 1: ...Last Revised March 23 2018 Copyright 2018 CO2Meter Inc all rights reserved Pocket CO2 Monitor Data Logger SAN 0001 ...

Page 2: ...ftware 9 Features 9 Minimum System Requirements 10 Quick Start Guide 10 Installing the Software 11 Connecting the Monitor 11 Main Screen Overview 11 Meter Select 12 Downloading Data 12 Viewing Data as a Graph 13 Data Archive 13 MAINTENANCE 13 Calibration 13 Cleaning and Storage 14 Troubleshooting 15 SPECIFICATIONS 16 WARRANTY 17 CONTACT US 17 APPENDIX A CO2 LEVELS AND GUIDELINES 18 APPENDIX B ALTI...

Page 3: ...frared NDIR CO2 sensing technology to provide long life accuracy and stability in daily use In addition to measuring the CO2 concentration the monitor displays temperature and relative humidity The SAN 0001 Pocket CO2 Monitor and Data Logger is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service FEATURES Personal protection from high CO2 levels in enclose...

Page 4: ...CO2 alarm LED 10 USB charging port 10 11 Gas entry ports LCD DISPLAY 1 CO2 concentration in ppm or 9 999 ppm 2 Air Temperature 3 Relative Humidity 4 Battery Charge Level Indicator Green Yellow Red LEDs CO2 level indicator for indoor Air Quality IAQ Green LED CO2 is below 800 ppm Yellow LED CO2 between 800 1 200 ppm Red LED CO2 level is above 1 200 ppm ...

Page 5: ...p Test is an industry term for verifying that the monitor will sound the alarm when it senses high levels of CO2 While you are encouraged to perform a full bump test daily at a minimum you should perform a quick bump test daily before entering any enclosed areas Full Bump Test 1 Turn the device on and wait for it to complete the 5 second warm up cycle 2 Use 5 CO2 calibration or test gas with the b...

Page 6: ...orm a full bump test If the full bump test fails contact CO2Meter support at 386 256 4910 or e mail us at support CO2Meter com MENU OPTIONS Press the Menu button to enter the menu mode There are 5 menu pages Alarm Temperature units Calibration Altitude and Data Logging Press the Set Home button to return to normal display Note If the monitor is on and the screen is black press any button to access...

Page 7: ...eit 1 Press Menu 2 times to select temperature units 2 Press Next to switch between C or F 3 Press Set to save and return to normal display 4 Calibration The monitor should be calibrated at least annually and can be calibrated either atmospheric outdoor 400 PPM CO2 or Zero with 100 Nitrogen 𝑁𝑁2 0 CO2 Both calibrations require the unit to be powered on Zero calibration procedure Place the tubing fr...

Page 8: ...properly the CO2 level should drop to approximately 400ppm depending on your location 5 Altitude Correction The CO2 level displayed is affected by the altitude This monitor is shipped with the altitude set at sea level zero feet If it is used at a higher altitude you should first correct for altitude to insure maximum accuracy Once the altitude correction is set it will be saved in memory See Appe...

Page 9: ...andard USB cable included DATA LOGGING SOFTWARE Included with your monitor is our GasDataLogging Software This Windows PC program allows you to view the stored data offline with a user friendly graphical interface It can also be used to manage logs stored in the monitor s internal memory as well as export data to a text file for use in spreadsheets While GasDataLogging is included on the USB drive...

Page 10: ...he GasDataLogging software connect the monitor to the computer with the included USB cable 3 The GasDataLogging software will automatically list the available monitor s IMPORTANT Always install software before connecting the monitor to your PC The software consists of an installable exe file and a dll file Both files must be installed correctly on your PC before you plug in the USB cable Otherwise...

Page 11: ...Double click or select Run from the popup menu to launch the GasDataLogging executable program as shown in Figure 1 Figure 1 GasDataLogging Software IMPORTANT THE FTD2XX DLL FILE IS REQUIRED TO CONNECT THE MONITOR VIA USB IT MUST BE IN THE SAME FOLDER AS THE GASDATALOGGING EXECUTABLE PROGRAM Connecting the Monitor Once the software is successfully installed you can connect the monitor using the pr...

Page 12: ...r is connected to your computer the Data Section allows you to download all the current logs stored in the monitor s internal memory When you click the Download Data button a progress bar indicates the download process See figure 3 Once download is complete you will see all data including CO2 level temperature and relative humidity in the Raw Data Window and the Graph Sections Figure 3 Download Pr...

Page 13: ...00 ppm or 1 The Temperature and Humidity Zoom In and Zoom Out buttons let you switch the temperature and humidity graph scales as well The Time scale of all Graph Section is always 1 hour apart The Time Move Forward and Backward buttons allow moving the time forward or backward if the log time is longer than 6 hours Data Archive This section of the screen includes two buttons Save Data button and ...

Page 14: ...t must be performed in outdoor 400 ppm fresh air during the entire procedure The temperature and humidity sensors do not require calibration and should remain accurate for the life of your unit Cleaning and Storage The front cover and case can be cleaned with a mild solution of detergent and water Apply sparingly with a soft cloth and allow to dry completely before using Do not use aromatic hydroc...

Page 15: ...ogging executable program Try using a different USB cable Windows reports unknown device error Go to CO2Meter com select the App Notes tab and follow the instructions for http www co2meters com Documentation AppNotes AN153 GasLab Driver Installation pdf pdf Slow response The log file stored in the monitor is very large The monitor needs time to transfer data to your computer Readings do not change...

Page 16: ... C Pressure Dependence 0 13 of reading per mmHg Response Time 60 seconds Warm up Time 5 seconds at 22 C IAQ LED Display Green 800ppm Yellow 800 1200ppm Red 1200ppm Measurement interval 2 seconds Temperature Sensor Specifications Temperature Range 10 0 60 0 C 14 140 F display Display Resolution 0 1 C 0 1 F Display Options C F switchable Accuracy 0 5 C 0 9 F Response Time 5 30 seconds device must eq...

Page 17: ...ty starting from the date the monitor was shipped to the buyer For more information visit our website www CO2Meter com pages faq CONTACT US Support CO2Meter com 386 256 4910 Technical Support CO2Meter Inc 131 Business Center Drive Ormond Beach FL 32174 USA ...

Page 18: ...re best for your application 2 Indoor Air Quality The Green Yellow Red LEDs are provided as a quick check of indoor air quality IAQ in schools offices and similar buildings While there are several recommended standards the most commonly used is the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers ASHRAE standard which states that maximum indoor CO2 levels should be no more ...

Page 19: ...itude online and enter the closest value into the monitor s menu settings Then the calculation will be made automatically before the CO2 level on the LCD is displayed Here is a list of the 8 largest cities in the US and the elevation measured at their airport City Airport where measured Elevation nearest 50 ft Set monitor elevation to Los Angeles CA LAX 150 ft 0 ft Chicago IL MDW 600 ft 500 ft Hou...

Page 20: ...bit no parity bit For example SetBaudRate FT_BAUD_57600 Set baud rate to 57600 SetDataCharacteristics FT_BITS_8 FT_STOP_BITS_1 FT_PARITY_NONE Commands to download log from monitor The server must send SAN 0001 or san 0001 ASCII code through the USB port to start the download For example 0X53 0X41 0X4E 0X2D 0X30 0X30 0X30 OR 0X73 0X61 0X6E 0X2D 0X30 0X30 0X30 Data Stream The data from SAN 0001 will...