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VB300  V1.1  11/10 

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Datalogging Software Program 

 

 

INSTALLING THE DATALOGGER SOFTWARE 

 
Install the supplied Windows

TM

 PC Datalogger Software by placing the supplied program disk in the PC’s CD-ROM 

drive. If the installation program does not automatically open and provide on-screen prompts (as shown in diagram 
below), open and browse the CD-ROM drive, then find and double-click on the SETUP.EXE file included on the 
program disk.  Follow the on-screen prompts as shown below to complete the installation. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Before running the datalogger software, please connect the VB300 to the PC and install the USB Driver software as 
described in the next section. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for VB300

Page 1: ...User s Guide 3 Axis G Force Datalogger Model VB300 ...

Page 2: ...ted for use with other applications such as word processors and spreadsheets The data logger is supplied with a long life 1000 hour lithium battery The VB300 memory uses a 4MB Flash device that can hold 85 764 peak acceleration samples and 210 freefall samples This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service Features Records 3 axis g forc...

Page 3: ...gger Start Stop Button 5 Axis reference diagram Note Battery compartment access screws 2 located on rear of unit Refer to the battery installation section for further details Pedestal Mount Description 1 Mounting screw holes 2 Swivel latch 3 Swivel latch lock 4 Mounting magnets FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW ...

Page 4: ...g in process No battery found Battery completely discharged Install battery Replace the battery and download the data Green single flash every 10 sec Logging no alarm Press and hold the datalogger Start Stop button on the VB300 until the red LED flashes four times to stop logging Red single flash every 30 sec Low Battery If the unit is datalogging it will stop automatically The Data will NOT be lo...

Page 5: ... program does not automatically open and provide on screen prompts as shown in diagram below open and browse the CD ROM drive then find and double click on the SETUP EXE file included on the program disk Follow the on screen prompts as shown below to complete the installation Before running the datalogger software please connect the VB300 to the PC and install the USB Driver software as described ...

Page 6: ...mplete the driver installation If this is a repeat connection of the VB300 to the USB port the driver installation process will be automatically skipped RUNNING THE DATALOGGER SOFTWARE With the VB300 inserted in the PC s USB port double click the program icon located on the desktop to launch the program The main software screen will appear Instructions for using the Datalogger Software are contain...

Page 7: ...g data the moment the software window is closed If MANUAL is selected press and hold the datalogger start stop button until the green LED flashes the datalogger LED flashes periodically flash interval time selectable in software indicating that the datalogger is recording 3 To stop datalogging press and hold the start stop button while the unit is datalogging The red LED will quickly flash indicat...

Page 8: ...n and freefall Average and Peak Vector sums Computer PC interface USB Hardware requirements 8MB RAM 2MB Hard Drive space for software program USB jack System requirements WindowsTM XP VISTA WindowsTM 7 32 and 64 bit Operating temperature 32 to 104o F 0 to 40o C Storage temperature 0 to 140o F 10 to 60o C Battery type 3 6V Lithium 1 2 AA Power consumption 1mA typical while recording 15µA while idli...

Page 9: ...ttery compartment and tighten with the two screws WARNING Handle lithium batteries carefully observe warnings on battery casing Dispose of in accordance with local regulations Warranty EXTECH INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION A FLIR COMPANY warrants this instrument to be free of defects in parts and workmanship for one year from date of shipment a six month limited warranty applies to sensors and cables If ...

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