Aemc instruments 1246 User Manual

Thermo-Hygrometer

Data Logger Model 1246

Quick Start Guide

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Statement of Compliance

Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments certifies
that this instrument has been calibrated using standards
and instruments traceable to international standards.

We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument
has met its published specifications.

An N.I.S.T. traceable certificate may be requested at the
time of purchase, or obtained by returning the
instrument to our repair and calibration facility, for a
nominal charge.

The recommended calibration interval for this instrument
is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the
customer. For recalibration, please use our calibration
services. Refer to our repair and calibration section at

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Serial #:
Catalog #: 2121.73

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Model #: 1246

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Thank you for purchasing the Thermo-Hygrometer Datalogger Model 1246. For best
results from your instrument:

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read these operating instructions carefully

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comply with the precautions for use

Information or useful tip.
Battery.

Magnet.

The product has been declared recyclable after analysis of its life cycle
in accordance with the ISO14040 standard.

AEMC has adopted an Eco-Design approach in order to design this
appliance. Analysis of the complete lifecycle has enabled us to control
and optimize the effects of the product on the environment. In particular
this appliance exceeds regulation requirements with respect to
recycling and reuse.

Indicates conformity with European directives and with regulations
covering EMC.

Indicates that, in the European Union, the in stru ment mu st un dergo
selective disposal in compliance w ith Dire ctive WEEE 2002/96/EC. This
instrument must not be treated as household waste.

Precautions

This instrument is compliant with safety standard IEC 61010-2-030, for voltages up to 5V
with respect to ground. Failure to observe the following safety instructions may result in
electric shock, fire, explosion, and damage to the instrument and/or the installation in
which it is located.

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The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and clearly
understand all precautions to be taken prior to using the instrument. Thorough
knowledge and awareness of electrical hazards are essential when using this
instrument.

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Observe the conditions of use, including temperature, relative humidity, altitude,
pollution degree, and location of use.

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Do not use the instrument if it appears damaged, incomplete, or improperly
closed.

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Before each use, check the condition of the housing and accessories. Any item on
which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set aside for repair or
disposal.

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All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be done by accredited
personnel.

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INITIAL SETUP

Installing Batteries

1. Press the tab of the battery compartment cover and lift it clear.

2. Remove the battery compartment cover.

3. Insert the new batteries, ensuring correct polarity.

4. Close the battery compartment cover; ensuring it is completely and correctly
closed.

Connecting to a Computer

The Model 1246 must be connected to DataView
setup instructions, see the User Manual in the USB drive that comes with the
instrument.):

1. Install the DataView
Panel as an option (it is selected by default). De-select any Control Panels you
do not need.

2. If prompted, restart the computer after installation is complete.

3. Connect the instrument to the computer using a USB cable or pair with
Bluetooth.

4. Wait for the drivers to install. The drivers are installed the first time the
instrument is connected to the computer. The Windows operating system will
display messages indicating when the installation is complete.

5. Start the Data Logger Control Panel by double-clicking the Data Logger
shortcut icon in the DataView folder placed on the desktop during the

installation.

6. Click Instrument in the menu bar, and select Add an Instrument.

7. The Add an Instrument Wizard dialog box opens. This is the first of a series of
screens that lead you through the instrument connection process. The first
screen prompts you to select the connection type (USB or Bluetooth). Choose
the connection type and click Next.

8. If the instrument is identified, click Finish. The instrument is now communicating
with the Control Panel.

9. When you are finished, the instrument will appear in the Data Logger Network
branch in the Navigation frame, with a green check mark indicating a successful
connection.

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software, making sure to select the Data Logger Control

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for full configuration. (For detailed

Setting the Instrument’s Clock

To ensure an accurate time stamp of measurements recorded in the instrument, set the
instrument’s clock as follows:

1. Select the instrument in the Data Logger Network.

2. In the menu bar, select Instrument. In the drop-down menu that appears, click
Set Clock.

3. The Date/Time dialog box appears. Complete the fields in this dialog box. If you
need assistance, press F1.

4. When you are finished setting the date and time, click OK to save your changes
to the instrument.

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INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION

In addition to setting the instrument’s clock, other basic setup tasks include:

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Enabling Bluetooth (can be don e on the instrument or via DataView)

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Setting measurement units to °F or °C (can be done on the instrument or via
DataView)

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Changing the Auto OFF interval (requires DataView)

Detailed information for configuring the instrument via the DataView Data Logger Control
Panel is available by pressing the Help button.

Enabling Bluetooth

Long press (>2 seconds) the button to enable/disable Bluetooth.

Selecting Temperature Units

Press to toggle between °C and °F.

OPERATION

Making Measurements

1. Remove the cap protecting the sensor.

2. If the instrument is OFF, press and hold down the button until it turns ON.
The instrument displays the time, then the relative humidity (top) and
temperature (bottom) measurements. (The time is set via DataView.)

3. Press the button to change the displayed measurements. The first press

displays dew point (top) and relative humidity (bottom). A second press shows
dew point and temperature. A third press restores the original measurements.

4. To change temperature units, press and hold dow n until the desired unit

(°C or °F) is displayed

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Note that the last measurement display selected is saved when the instrument is turned
OFF.

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Relative humidity (RH) is the ratio of the quantity of water vapor contained in a
volume of air to the maximum quantity this same volume of air can contain at the
current temperature.

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Dew point is the lowest temperature to which a mass of air can be subjected, at
constant pressure and absolute humidity,
saturation.

HOLD Function

Pressing the button freezes the display. A second press unfreezes it.

MAX MIN Function

You can monitor the maximum and minimum measurements by pressing the button.
This displays the words MIN MAX at the top of the display. In this mode, pressing

once displays the maximum value measured during the current session. A second press
displays the minimum. A third press restores the normal display. Subsequent presses of

repeat this cycle.

To exit MAX MIN mode, long-press .

without liquid water forming by

Recording Measurements

You can start and stop a recording session on the instrument. Recorded data is stored in
the instrument’s memory, and can be downloaded and viewed on a computer running the

DataView Data Logger Control Panel. You can record data by pressing the button:

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A short press (MEM) records the current measurement(s) and date/time.

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A long press (REC) starts the recording session. While the recording is in
progress, the symbol REC appears at the top of the display. A second long press

of stops the recording session. Note that while the instrument is recording, a
short pres s of has no effect.

To schedule recording sessions , and download and view recorded data, see the
Data Logger Control Panel Help.

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Repair and Calibration

To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications, we recommend that it be
sent back to our factory Service Center at one-year intervals for recalibration, or as
required by other standards or internal procedures.

For instrument repair and calibration:

You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization Number
(CSA#). This will ensure that when your instrument arrives, it will be tracked and
processed promptly. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the shipping container. If
the instrument is returned for calibration, we need to know if you want a standard
calibration; or a calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. (includes calibration certificate plus
recorded calibration data).

Ship To: Chauvin Ar n oux
15 Faraday Drive
Dover, NH 0 38 2 0 U SA
Phone: [phone] (Ext. 360)
[phone] (Ext. 360)
Fax: [phone] or [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

(Or contact your authorized distributor.)
Cost for repair, standard calibration, and cal ibration traceable to N.I.S.T. are a vai lable.

NOTE: You must obta in a CSA# before returning any instrument.

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Technical and Sales Assistance

If you are experiencing any technical problems, or require any assistance with the
proper operation or application of your instrument, please call, fax, or e-mail our
technical support team:

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