OPERATING INSTRUcTIONS
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VERSION 08/11
WIRELESS DATA LOGGER
ITEm NO.: 10 12 01
WDL-TH Temp/rH
ITEm NO.: 10 12 16
WDL-P Pressure
ITEm NO.: 10 12 20
WDL-k Temp Type k
INTENDED USE
This product is designed for measuring temperature and humidity (WDL-TH) / air pressure (WDL-P) /
temperature via a Type K thermocouple (WDL-K), which is optionally available. It features internal memory
for max. 5,000 data sets. The readings can only be transmitted to a PC for analysis and storage using the
“WDL-PC Wireless Data Logger USB Dongle” (optionally available). Power is supplied via a ½ AA battery.
The product is only to be used indoors.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the
product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper
use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric shock etc. Read the instructions carefully and
keep them. Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions.
DELIVERy cONTENT
Wireless data logger
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Battery
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Operating instructions
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SAFETy INSTRUcTIONS
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information.
If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this
manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property.
Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
Persons / Product
a)
The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous
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playing material for children.
Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, moisture,
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flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
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If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from
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any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
is visibly damaged,
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is no longer working properly,
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has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
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has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
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Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage
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the product.
(Rechargeable) batteries
b)
Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the (rechargeable) batteries.
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(Rechargeable) batteries should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long period
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of time to avoid damage through leaking. Leaking or damaged (rechargeable) batteries might
cause acid burns when in contact with skin, therefore use suitable protective gloves to handle
corrupted (rechargeable) batteries.
(Rechargeable) batteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave (rechargeable)
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batteries lying around, as there is risk, that children or pets swallow them.
(Rechargeable) batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into fire. Never
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recharge non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of explosion!
miscellaneous
c)
Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
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Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a
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qualified shop.
If you are not sure about the correct connection or use, or if questions arise which are not covered by
these operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or another qualified
specialist.
Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau, Tel. +49 180/586 582 7.
INSERTING / REPLAcING BATTERIES
The product is shipped with a battery inserted. Remove the battery safety strip before initial use.
Open the battery compartment on the back of the product.
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Insert a ½ AA battery, observing the correct polarity. Observe the polarity labelling in the battery
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compartment.
Close the battery compartment again.
3.
After switching the product on, no data will be recorded until the product is connected to the network.
The product will automatically make a connection attempt every ten seconds, if it was connected to
the network prior to the battery replacement. Alternatively, press the button “CONNECT“ to establish
a connection.
OPERATION
The product only works in conjunction with the optionally available “WDL-PC Wireless Data
Logger USB Dongle” and the associated “Wireless DataLogger Viewer” software. Therefore, also
refer to the operating instructions for the dongle and the software.
No equipment with strong electrical or magnetic fields should be in the direct vicinity of the
product, since it could influence the product.
The radio range of the product depends on the environment. Keep the product away from other
electronic equipment, especially from devices with radio technology.
If you adjust the internal clock of your computer, you have to pair the wireless loggers with your
network again, in order to assign the correct time to the readings.
Do not obstruct the signal path between the product and the Wireless Data Logger USB Dongle
(optionally available). This would impair radio communication, leading to faster discharging of
the batteries.
The batteries will discharge faster when temperatures are too high or too low. Refer to the battery
manufacturer’s instructions on the ideal ambient operating temperature.
When the battery level is low, data recording can malfunction. Moreover, measurement accuracy
is no longer guaranteed in such a case. Accordingly, insert a new battery then.
Pairing the logger with network
a)
Ensure that the dongle and the “Wireless DataLogger Viewer” software are operational. In the software,
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open the “Sensor Administration” menu item.
Place the product close to the dongle.
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If the product has previously been paired with another network, proceed as follows, or otherwise continue
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with item 4:
Press and hold the button “CONNECT“ at the back of the product.
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At the same time, turn the product on by sliding the on/off switch towards the “ON” label. The red power
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LED on the top of the product will flash for approx. five seconds.
Wait until the power LED goes off. The information about the previous network has now been deleted
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and the product is ready to be paired to a new network.
Turn the product on by sliding the on/off switch towards the “ON” label.
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Press the button “CONNECT” at the back of the product.
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Follow the software’s on-screen instructions and, if required, refer to the operating instructions for the
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software.
Starting the measurement
b)
Only applicable to “WDL-k Wireless Logger Temp Type k”:
For operation, you require an optionally available Type K thermocouple.
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Connect the thermocouple with the corresponding port on the logger, observing the correct
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polarity. Be sure to observe the polarity labelling on the logger and on the plug of the
thermocouple.
Connect the dongle to the computer and start the software.
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Ensure that the product has been paired with the network.
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Position the product where you want to conduct the measurement. If required, screw the product onto a
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tripod (optionally available).
Switch the product on.
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The LED signals and their meanings are described in the “LED Status” section.
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Check whether the dongle is receiving readings. If not, reduce the distance between product and
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dongle.
If there are rapid changes in temperature or humidity, wait for a few minutes until the readings have
stabilised.
If no connection can be established, the product will measure nonetheless and save the data on
internal memory. The product will keep trying to establish a connection automatically. If a connection
is not made, turn the product off, and then turn it on again.
The internal memory can store 5000 data sets. Once the memory is full, the oldest data sets will be
overwritten.
Data import
c)
When the product is connected to the network, the latest readings will be transmitted via the dongle to
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the software.
Then, the remaining stored data will be transmitted. The green signal LED will flash throughout. Meanwhile,
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the product will continue to record readings.
When the data has been transmitted, the process will be stopped.
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Reset
d)
Switch off the sensor first. Afterwards press and hold the button “CONNECT” and switch the sensor on while
holding the button “CONNECT”. After switching on the sensor keep pressing the button “CONNECT” for
approx. 5 seconds. Release the button when the red power LED stops flashing.
