Series BDL Button Data Logger
Specifications - Installation and Operating Instructions
Bulletin DA-USB
The
Series BDL Button Data Logger
records temperatures and humidity in
applications where size and cost effectiveness are key. The BDL is housed in a
stainless steel case and is water resistant, making it durable in hostile environments
where excessive moisture is present. The BDL is self-powered and features a USB
interface. Sample rate and high/low alarms are user selectable through the Windows
®
-
based application. The included software displays downloaded data graphically with
trace and zoom functions. The logger is very small which enables it to be inserted
into small items and packages. The Series BDL-K Logger Kit includes 2 buttons, 2
magnets, an interface cable, and a plastic button holder.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
1. Ensure that no applications are running.
2. Insert the installation CD and select the install option from the menu.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions.
4. Restart the computer. A new icon will be placed on the desktop.
5. After installing the software, connect the logger.
6. The first time you open the software, you will be prompted to enter a password.
The password will only be used if you decide to use the security functions. Enter
and take note of the password.
SOFTWARE FEATURES
• Graphing of downloaded data
• Zooming function
• Temperature in °F or °C
• Up to two traces per graph
• Multiple traces per graph (Full Version Only)*
• Exporting to spreadsheet (Full Version Only)*
• Viewing the data table (Full Version Only)*
• Calculating Mean Kinetic Temperature (MKT) (Full Version Only)*
• Emailing graphs (Full Version Only)*
*In order to obtain the Full Version Only features, the software upgrade key must be
purchased. To access the full version, the software key is inserted into a USB port on
the PC and the full version features are automatically added onto the existing software.
Windows
®
, Windows NT
®
, and Windows Vista
®
are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Range:
BDL-1: -40 to 185°F (-40 to 85°C); BDL-2: -4 to 185°F (-20 to 85°C), 0 to
100% RH.
Memory Size:
BDL-1: 2048 readings; BDL-2: 4096 temperature and 4096 humidity
readings (low resolution), 2048 temperature and 2048 humidity readings (high
resolution).
Accuracy:
BDL-1: ±1.5°F (±1°C) from -22 to 158°F (-30 to 70°C); BDL-2: ±0.9°F
(±0.5°C) from 14 to 158°F (-10 to 70°C), ±5% RH.
Resolution:
BDL-1: 8 bit; BDL-2: 8 or 11 bit.
Sampling Method:
Stop on memory full or continuous recording.
Sampling Rate:
BDL-1: Selectable from 1 to 255 min; BDL-2: Selectable from 1
sec to 24 hrs.
Computer Requirements:
Windows
®
98, Windows
®
2000, Windows
®
ME, Windows
NT
®
, Windows
®
XP, and Windows Vista
®
operating system with 16 MB RAM, one
free USB port.
Power Requirements:
Internal, non-replaceable 3.0V lithium battery.
Battery Life:
BDL-1: 10 years (approx); BDL-2: 5 years (approx).
Alarms:
Programmable high/low.
Interface:
USB port (cable included with kits).
Housing Material:
305 stainless steel.
Weight:
0.14 oz (4g).
Agency Approvals:
CE, RoHS.
Ø43/64
[Ø17.07]
1/4
[6.35]
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DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.
P.O. BOX 373 • MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46360, U.S.A.
Phone: 219/879-8000
Fax: 219/872-9057
www.dwyer-inst.com
e-mail: info@dwyermail.com
