Inficon 551-010, Operating Instruction

Page 1: ...O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N RC1000 Remote control for leak test equipment from software version V1 5 Catalog No 551 010 551 015 lina15en1 05 1806 ...

Page 2: ...2 Imprint INFICON GmbH Bonner Straße 498 50968 Köln Germany Copyright 2018 INFICON GmbH Cologne This document may not be reproduced in any form without the permission of INFICON GmbH Cologne ...

Page 3: ... 4 Installation 18 4 1 Connection to the leak detector 18 4 2 Connecting radio transmitter and leak detector 19 4 3 Inputs and outputs 20 4 4 Wall plug in power supply 22 5 Operating the remote control 24 5 1 Starting up the RC1000 24 5 2 Touch display operation 25 5 3 Main menu for configuration 27 5 3 1 Buttons with basic functions 28 5 3 2 Connecting disconnecting RC1000WL 29 5 3 3 Setting the ...

Page 4: ... Spare parts 43 6 2 Maintenance 43 6 3 Cleaning 44 7 Transport and disposal 45 7 1 Transporting 45 7 2 Disposal 45 8 Technical Data 46 8 1 Weight dimensions 46 8 2 Characteristics 46 8 3 Environmental Conditions 47 8 4 Mains power for wall plug in power supply 47 8 5 Wireless permits of RC1000WL 47 9 Ordering information 48 10 Declaration of conformity 48 Index 52 ...

Page 5: ...rating manual if the device is ever passed on to third parties We reserve the right to alter the design or any data given in this manual The illustrations are not binding 1 2 Warning and danger symbols Specifications for the prevention of bodily injuries of all kinds Specifications for the prevention of severe material and environmental damage Specifications for handling or use Failure to observe ...

Page 6: ... control to reflect their personal preferences The menu has a tree structure As delivered status The condition of the RC1000WL or RC1000C remote control as it left the factory RC1000 RC1000C non wireless or RC1000WL wireless remote control If this manual talks about general functions that apply to both versions it is called only RC1000 ...

Page 7: ...ed for the purpose and within the context outlined in this manual Use only INFICON accessories 2 2 User requirements The user must be familiar with the function of the device he or she may only connect and operate the device after having read and understood the operating instructions The user should consult local state and national agencies regarding specific requirements and regulations for devic...

Page 8: ...e environments Possible interference with pacemakers The performance of pacemakers may be affected by the magnets on the back of the RC1000C RC1000WL remote control Observe the distances indicated by the pacemaker manufacturer Possible liquid crystal hazard If the display has broken prevent liquid crystals from entering people s mouths or eyes Use soap and water to wash hands feet or clothes that ...

Page 9: ...people must be observed with the exception of hands and wrists Operation at a shorter distance than indicated above is not allowed The RC1000 remote control complies with part 15 of the FCC regulations 1 Possible short circuit hazard In case of a short circuit the battery might ignite explode leak battery fluid or become overheated and cause burns Do not short circuit the battery of the RC1000WL r...

Page 10: ...d in the open through moisture strong insolation or intense dust Only use the device inside buildings Possible risk of destruction Aggressive substances may damage the RC1000 remote control beyond repair Avoid contact between the RC1000 and bases acids and solvents and do not expose it to extreme climatic conditions Possible risk of destruction The RC1000 remote control may be damaged beyond repai...

Page 11: ...ed if it is operated under the specified conditions of use see Technical specifications chapter 8 Possible risk of damage The RC1000 remote control may be damaged by being stored in unfavourable conditions too damp too hot too cold too high above sea level for months or years see Technical specifications chapter 8 If the RC1000 remote control has been stored under such conditions leave it switched...

Page 12: ...Any changes made to the RC1000 remote control by the user may result in a violation of statutory provisions or may affect the EMC properties and safety of the product INFICON does not accept any liability for the consequences of such changes ...

Page 13: ...s The integrated rechargeable battery enables over 8 hours of operation depending on the battery level The leak rates can be displayed in digits or in a curve on the 3 5 colour display Measured values of up to several hours of recording can be stored in an internal memory The data storage interval is adjustable The data can easily be downloaded to a USB stick via the integrated USB interface to sa...

Page 14: ... the remote control is ready for use Switch off by pressing and holding the button for more than 2 seconds RC1000C The remote control turns on when the cable is plugged in Pressing the Power button turns the display of the remote control on and off Pos Description 1 START button 2 ZERO button 3 POWER button 4 Touch Display 5 STOP button 6 Operating LED 7 Charge LED Fig 1 RC1000 remote control ...

Page 15: ...the menu option Control location STOP button Ends leak testing See 5 4 ZERO button Activates the ZERO function See 5 4 Touch Display Shows measurements displayed numerically or as a curve indicates statuses and offers operating interfaces Operating LED Flashes during normal operation Charging LED RC1000WL Lights up while the battery is being charged ...

Page 16: ... surfaces e g to the leak detector 2 M3 threaded bushings to attach holders Risk of damage Use screws that reach max 6 mm into the housing 3 Sound outlet aperture for the integrated loudspeaker 4 Eye for attaching carrying devices e g wrist band to be ordered separately Fig 2 Back of the RC1000 remote control ...

Page 17: ... for integrated battery Radio transmitter Connection cable for radio transmitter Operating instructions Cat No 551 010 Remote control RC1000C non wireless Supplied equipment Remote control RC1000C Connection cable 4 m Operating instructions Cat No 551 020 Radio transmitter for operating a second leak detector Supplied equipment Radio transmitter Connection cable Installation instructions ...

Page 18: ...the unit on Alternatively it can also be connected by means of the enclosed cable similar to connecting the RC1000C non wireless remote control In this case only one connection cable must be used with the RC1000WL not more RC1000C non wireless The RC1000C non wireless remote control is connected to the leak detector by connecting the enclosed connection cable to the RJ 25 socket see Fig 4 The conn...

Page 19: ...r will be affected by metal objects in its near avoid installing the antenna near such objects Connecting the radio transmitter for the RC1000WL wireless remote control 1 Use Velcro to position the radio transmitter 1 in a suitable location on the SmartTest leak detector so that there is a direct line of sight between the antenna and the remote control 2 Connect the connecting cable of the radio t...

Page 20: ...be guaranteed if the covers are closed RJ25 socket The RJ25 socket is located at the underside of the RC1000 remote control and closed with a protective plug when delivered Notice Leave the protective plug in the socket when the cable is not connected Notice We recommend only inserting and removing the RJ25 plug as often as is necessary for operation Fig 4 RJ25 socket on the bottom of the remote c...

Page 21: ...cription 1 USB connection Insert the USB stick FAT formatted to record data 2 3 5 mm jack for stereo headphones Standard stereo headphones with a 3 5 mm jack plug and 2x32 Ohm impedance can be connected to the jack If the headphones are inserted the volume of the integrated loudspeaker is automatically lowered 3 Charging socket for the enclosed power supply ...

Page 22: ...result in electric shock and or injuries Risk due to incorrect power supply unit Using an external power supply which has not been approved by the manufacturer of the remote control may result in electric shock damage and or injuries Only use the power supply which was enclosed with the RC1000WL remote control Fig 6 Wall plug in power supply of the RC1000WL ...

Page 23: ...ging LED is lit Short pressing of the POWER button reduces the backlight intensity pressing it for a time longer than about 10 s performs a reset of the remote control The LED switches off as soon as the battery has fully charged The battery can be charged during operation You can use the enclosed power supply all over the world adapt it with the interchangeable blades to the national design Europ...

Page 24: ... receiver radio transmitter of a leak detector after starting up to connect with it If no devices with which a connection is possible were found in the area a message no data connection is displayed The establishing of a data connection is described in chapter 5 3 2 If a data connection with a leak detector is established the RC1000 shows the measuring screen on the display see Fig 8 Fig 7 Touch D...

Page 25: ...tion on the display Pos Description Pos Description 1 Lock unlock buttons 6 Display of measured values 2 Wireless connection 7 Status bar 3 Data set of the entry 8 Menu access to the main menu 4 Charging status display 9 Sound volume 5 Trigger level 10 Toggle display of measured values ...

Page 26: ...mbol for more than 2 seconds Connection Shows whether the RC1000WL is connected to the leak test device by a wireless link Data recording The number of the active data record is displayed Status bar Shows information of the current operational status Menu To access the main menu Sound volume Enables adjusting the volume of the loudspeaker in the leak detector or in the remote control Toggle displa...

Page 27: ...for configuration The Menu symbol Fig 8 Pos 8 can be used to access the main menu for the configuration of the remote control The functions of the individual buttons are described in more detail in the following Fig 9 Main menu on the touch display ...

Page 28: ...ns a help window for the current display Click on Use the arrow keys to scroll through longer texts Close the window with OK X closes the current page No changes made will be saved OK closes the current page and saves the changed settings The remote control will now work with these settings Fig 10 Buttons with basic functions ...

Page 29: ...After establishing the connection the function of the button changes to Disconnect Close an existing connection with Disconnect the main menu is displayed Connecting to a leak detector Pressing the Connect button of the main menu starts the search If devices with which a connection is possible were found in the area they are displayed in the list Connectable devices Select the desired device and c...

Page 30: ...l of the RC1000 remote control Setting the trigger level The basic level and exponent of the trigger level of the remote control are set here The individual input fields can be selected with and The selected field is marked red and can be changed Use the numeric keypad to enter the desired digit After entering a digit the mark changes to the next field Confirm the set level with OK Fig 12 Trigger ...

Page 31: ...matically scaling see Fig 14 Time axis Opens a submenu for the scaling of the time axis see Fig 15 Fig 13 Scale menu Scaling options of the leak rate curve and the bargraph The selected values are displayed in the centre Lin Log Toggle between linear and logarithmic For logarithmic scaling Select number of decades between 1 and 15 with the arrow keys Automatic scaling Can be turned on or off Confi...

Page 32: ...control Scaling the time axis of the leak rate curve The selected value is displayed in the centre The shown time in this menu is the displayed range of the time axis of the leak rate curve Fig 15 Menu scaling of the time axis ...

Page 33: ...et only briefly expose the hearing to the alarm signal or use ear protection Setting the volume The volume of the loudspeaker of the remote control and the connected leak detector can be adjusted within 15 volume levels Both devices play an example tone at the volume corresponding to the set levels Set the volume of the leak detector and or the remote control with the arrow keys Level 0 the volume...

Page 34: ...ens a submenu see Fig 20 Fig 17 Recorder menu Preparing and configuring of recording Select Auto record On to prepare the recording The recording to a new data file will start if the measurement mode will be activated If the measurement mode is stopped again the recording quits and the data file is closed Select Auto record Off if no recording should be done Interval is the duration between the st...

Page 35: ...all button Press OK to copy the selected files to the USB stick Apply the shown message with OK The USB stick can be unplugged Fig 19 Recorder submenu Copy files Recorded data files can be deleted from the internal memory Select the files by clicking on it or use the Select all button Press OK to delete the selected files Apply the shown message with OK if the selected files should be deleted A me...

Page 36: ...s among others information about the power level of the battery the wireless connection and gives information on the current version on 5 information pages Detailed information Select the desired information with the arrow keys Return to the main menu with OK Fig 21 Info menu ...

Page 37: ...int Service offers expanded functions and test options via an access PIN 5 3 8 1 Language selection By clicking on Language the sub menu is opened for selecting the language The current language is displayed in the centre Available are German English French Spanish Russian and Chinese Select the desired language with the arrow keys and confirm with OK Fig 22 Miscellaneous menu submenu Language ...

Page 38: ...STBY or VENT mode When pushing any key at the RC1000WL the programmed time to switch off the backlight illumination will start again The background illumination can be automatically decreased after a time between 15 s and 10 min This lowers the energy consumption and the operating time of the battery is extended Set the time period with Arrow up and Arrow down The remote control can be turned off ...

Page 39: ... is removed or the leak detector is turned off Setting the time The fields can be selected individually with and The field selected for change is marked red Make changes via the numeric keypad After changing a digit the red mark automatically changes to the next field Confirm the set time with OK The date can be set in the same way Fig 24 Time menu ...

Page 40: ...e to the status display of the leak detector with Back The leak detector can be in the modes Running up or Stand By START button Pressing the START button for the first time activates the leak detector so that it starts measuring If the START button is pressed again while measuring the maximum leak rate display holding function is activated This displays the maximum leak rate which has occurred si...

Page 41: ...e mode STOP button Pressing the STOP button interrupts the measurements The inlet is vented if the button is pressed and held See the Operating Instructions of the leak test device used Fig 26 Evacuating and Measure status displays numerical and bar graph Fig 27 Measure curve and Vented status displays ...

Page 42: ...th the remote control 5 5 Paging function With the paging function the remote control RC1000WL can easily be located if it is searched sometimes Open the following menu at the leak detector Settings Miscellaneous Paging function Pressing the button On lets an acoustic signal sound at the remote control the button Off quits this signal Available with leak detector software version V 4 5 at UL1000 U...

Page 43: ...ies Description SP No Replacement battery RC1000WL 3 7 V 5800 mAh 200 003 316 Housing shell set RC1000 including keypad foil and fixture 200 003 315 Wall plug in power supply RC1000WL 200 003 317 Possible short circuit hazard The battery might ignite explode leak battery fluid or become overheated and cause burns due to short circuit Do not short circuit the battery of the RC1000WL remote control ...

Page 44: ... See Installation manual rechargeable battery RC1000WL document number liqf15e2 Notice Dispose of the old battery in accordance with the applicable regulations 6 3 Cleaning Notice Do not use any solvents Clean the plastic housing of the device the front foil and the display using a soft cloth moistened with some water or soap suds ...

Page 45: ...accordance with the applicable stat utory provisions on the disposal of electronic devices espe cially also regarding the installed rechargeable battery Possible risk of damage The RC1000 remote control may be damaged by improper transport Always transport the RC1000 remote control in its original packaging ...

Page 46: ... stereo 3 5 mm 2 x 32 Ohm Range of wireless transmission 100 m in free field HF output power 6dBm 4mW Frequency of wireless transmission 2 4 GHz Internal memory capacity 64 MB 32 MB of which is available for recording data Battery operation time RC1000WL 8 hours depending on battery level Display TFT Touch 1 4 VGA 3 5 240 x 320 px max error 4 px RC1000WL charging voltage from power supply 24 V DC ...

Page 47: ...Permissible ambient temperature during operation 5 to 40 C Permissible storage temperature 10 to 60 C Maximum relative humidity 80 to 31 C linear decreasing 50 at 40 C Max permissible height above sea level during operation 2000 m Mains voltages and frequencies 100 250 V 50 60 Hz Interchangeable blades of mains plug Europe North America Japan UK China Australia Power consumption max 30 VA ...

Page 48: ...y are to found regarding the wireless remote control RC1000WL and the non wireless version RC1000C Description Cat no RC1000C remote control non wireless 551 010 RC1000WL remote control wireless 551 015 Accessories 10 m extension cable 14022 Wireless transmitter to operate a second leak detector 551 020 ...

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Page 52: ...r 18 D Declaration of conformity 48 Description of the RC1000 13 E Environmental Conditions 47 I Info device information 36 Inputs and outputs 20 Installation 18 Intended use 7 L Language selection 37 M Main menu for configuration 27 O Operating Elements 14 Operating the leak detector 40 Ordering information 48 ...

Page 53: ...f use 8 S Scale scaling of the leak rate curve 31 Set Time and Date 39 Sound volume 33 Spare parts 43 Starting up 24 Supplied equipment 17 T Technical Data 46 Touch display 25 Transport and disposal 45 Trigger setting the trigger level 30 U User requirements 7 W Wall plug in power supply 22 Warning and danger symbols 5 ...

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