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Berlinger Mini-tag
User manual
Multi-alarm temperature indicator
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20160715_Release_1.1
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Inhaltsverzeichnis
1) Foreword / introduction ..........................................................................3
2) Before commissioning............................................................................3
2.2) Quality test ................................................................................................................... 3
2.4) Alarm programming ..................................................................................................... 3
3) Activation .................................................................................................4
3.1) Activation process ........................................................................................................ 4
Activation option 1: ............................................................................................................ 4
By breaking the START break-o󰀨 tab (standard) ................................................................ 4
Activation option 2: ............................................................................................................. 4
By pressing the READ button ............................................................................................. 4
3.2) Start delay (optional) .................................................................................................... 4
3.3) Correct positioning ....................................................................................................... 4
4) LED sequence during measurement operation ...........................................5
4.3) Option 1: ...................................................................................................................... 5
Status display only on query ............................................................................................... 5
4.2) Option 2: ..................................................................................................................... 5
5) LEDs: Explanation of the blink sequences ...........................................6
6) LEDs: Alarm identication (optional) ....................................................7
7) Ending of the measurement operation ..................................................8
7.1) De-activation option 1: ................................................................................................. 8
De-activation by breaking the STOP break-o󰀨 tab (standard) ............................................ 8
7.2) De-activation option 2: ................................................................................................ 8
De-activation by pressing the READ button ........................................................................ 8
7.3) De-activation option 3: ................................................................................................. 8
8) LED sequence after stop conrmation .................................................9
8.1) Option 1: ..................................................................................................................... 9
8.2) Option 2: ..................................................................................................................... 9
Continuous display of the device status .............................................................................. 9
9) Assistance with problems ......................................................................9
10) Technical specications .....................................................................10
11) Important Information .........................................................................10
11.1) Liability ..................................................................................................................... 10
11.2) Battery ...................................................................................................................... 10
11.3) Useful life ................................................................................................................. 10
12) Contact .................................................................................................10
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1) Foreword / introduction
The Berlinger Mini-tag® is a very small but extremly powerful temperature-monitoring device. It measures the ambient temperature precisely and continuously. There can be up to 3 alarm limits programmed and monitored individually. If a temperature limit is exceeded or undershot, an alarm will
be immediately triggered and visually displayed via the LED indicators on the device (OK or ALARM
icon).
2) Before commissioning
2.1) Delivery status
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The Berlinger Mini-tag have been factory pre-programmed. Currently, no temperature data is being recorded. The Berlinger
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Mini-tag
must be started before the measurement mode starts. (see Chapter 3: Activation)
2.2) Quality test
The device has passed the necessary high-quality controls at the manufacturer. For the avoidance of transport damage, we recommend checking the following points before using the Berlinger Mini-tag
• The LED displays on the front of the panel are not blinking
• All components as described under Point "2.3 Device Explanation" are available.
is delivered in inactive mode. Any customer-specic alarm congurations
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2.3) Device Explanation
LEDs
(green = OK / red = ALARM x)
READ button
(for status query, optional to start / stop)
START break o󰀨 tab
STOP break o󰀨 tab
2D Code
contains the following information:
• CID
• Customer
• Expiry date
• Serial number: Example: 999C22E1503S1234567
2.4) Alarm programming
Three di󰀨erent alarm limits can be programmed. Alarm limits can be dened with temperature and time (cumulative or single event). The alarm limits are programmed at the factory and cannot be
changed upon receipt of the device.
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3) Activation
3.1) Activation process
The Berlinger Mini-tag® temperature indicator starts the temperature-measuring operation by
breaking o󰀨 of the START break-o󰀨 tab or by pressing and holiding the READ button for at least 3 seconds. The desired method of activation is dened upon ordering.
Activation option 1:
By breaking the START break-o tab (standard)
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Start
conrmation:
green blinks 10 times
Activation option 2: By pressing the READ button
The device is started by the START break-o󰀨 tab (the tab is labelled BREAK TO START) being completely broken o󰀨.
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The successful activation is conrmed by the green LED indicator (OK) blinking 10 times.
(see Chapter 5: LEDs: Explanation of the “start conrmation” blink
sequences)
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Note: Once the device is activated, the Berlinger Mini-tag® immediately monitors the programmed temperature limits and registers any violation of a temperature limit.
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Start
conrmation:
green blinks 10 times
The device is started by pressing the READ button (with the
1
edge of a ngernail) for at least 3 seconds.
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The successful activation is conrmed by the green LED indicator (OK) blinking 10 times.
(see Chapter 5: LEDs: Explanation of the “start conrmation” blink
sequences)
3.2) Start delay (optional)
If a start delay has been congured at the factory, the countdown starts immediately after activation of the device. The LEDs do not blink during the countdown / start delay. No status queries are possible. After completion of the countdown / start delay, the green LED blinks on the OK symbol 2 times
(see Chapter 5: LEDs: Explanation of the “start measurement operation after expiry of the start delay” blink
sequence).
The device is immediately in active mode and monitors the temperature.
3.3) Correct positioning
The activated temperature indicator must be placed immediately and as close as possible to the monitored products in order to obtain the most accurate temperature data of the goods to be monitored. This is an important prerequisite for the temperature measurement to be meaningful.
Note: We recommend that devices without a programmed start delay be preconditioned for 30 minutes prior to activation. Any false measurements on the start of the device can thus be avoided.
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4) LED sequence during measurement operation
4.3) Option 1:
Status display only on query
The LEDs only light up when a request is performed. By pressing the READ button once, the status
request / alarm identication can be performed at any time. Thus, the status / alarm identication is
displayed again every 10 seconds for a duration of one minute
explanation of blink sequences and alarm ID)
/ alarm identication can be displayed again by pressing the READ button once more.
. Thereafter, the LED indicator will stop blinking. The status
4.2) Option 2:
Continuous status display
The LEDs blink continuously, green for OK or red for ALARM. Thus, the status / alarm identication
is displayed by regularly blinking according to optional programmed intervals of 15, 30 or 60 seconds.
(see Chapters 5 and 6: LEDs explanation of the blink sequences and alarm identication)
Attention: Due to increased battery usage, this option reduces the operating time of the device! The continuous display is terminated when the battery capacity is low. The query is still possible by pressing the READ button until the battery life has expired.
(see Chapters 5 and 6: LED indicators
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5) LEDs: Explanation of the blink sequences
Anzahl blinken
Descrip­tion
Possible displays during the measurement operation
Start conrmation Blink green
10 times
Start measurement operation after expiry of the start delay
Normal operation
(without alarm)
Normal operation and duration reserve * reached warning
Blink green 2 times
Blink green 1 time
Blink green 2 times
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Time
between blink interval
1 seconds - -
(0.5 seconds)
- Every 10
(0.5 seconds)
Possible displays during the stop process
Query with READ button
- -
seconds, repeating 6 times
Every 10 seconds repeating 6 times
Repeat every x seconds during long-term display
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
Stop conrmation The green
and red LED blink each 3 times alter­natively
Status after stop
conrmation without
alarm
Status after stop
conrmation without
alarm but warning that duration reserve * reached
Status after stop
conrmation with alarm (without alarm identication)
Status display without alarm
Status display without alarm but warning that duration reserve * reached
Status display with
alarm (without alarm identication)
Blink green 1 time every 10 seconds for 2 minutes
Blink green 2 times every 10 seconds for 2 minutes
Blink red 1 time every 10 seconds for 2 minutes
Blink green 1 time
Blink green 2 times
Blink red 1 time
1 second - -
10 seconds - -
(0.5 seconds)
10 seconds - -
Possible displays after stop process concluded
- Every 10
(0.5 seconds)
- Every 10
- -
seconds repeating 6 times
Every 10 seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
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*Duration reserve (optional)
With cumulative alarm events, it is also possible to set a duration reserve for the cumulative alarms. This serves as a warning, at least on a cumulative alarm, that the duration of the remaining alarm time is less than the programmed duration reserve.
Example:
Cumulative alarm at >8 °C for 60 minutes with a duration reserve of 10 minutes. If the temperature accumulated for 50 minutes is over +8 °C, the device will recognise that the duration reserve is reached. This is indicated with the green LED blinking 2 times, instead of 1 time for display of normal operation without alarm. After another 10 minutes in the alarm temperature range, the alarm is triggered and the red LED blinks.
6) LEDs: Alarm identication (optional)
Anzahl blinken
Descrip­tion
Possible displays during the measurement operation and after completion of the stopping process
AL1 Blink red 1
time
AL2 Blink red 2
times
AL3 Light red 1
time for 2 seconds
AL1 + AL2 Blink red 3
times
AL1 + AL3 Light red 1
time for 2 seconds and blink 1 time
AL2 + AL3 Light red 1
time for 2 seconds and blink 2 times
AL1 + AL2 + AL3 Light red 1
time for 2 seconds and blink 3 times
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Time
between blink interval
- Every 10
- Every 10
- Every 10
- Every 10
- Every 10
- Every 10
- Every 10
Query with READ button
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
seconds repeating 6 times
Repeat every x seconds during long-term display
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15, 30 or 60 seconds
15s, 30s oder 60s
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7) Ending of the measurement operation
The measurement operation of the Berlinger Mini-tag® temperature indicator can be stopped by either
breaking o󰀨 the STOP break-o󰀨 tab or by pressing and holding the READ button for 6 or 10 seconds. The desired de-activation method is dened when ordering.
7.1) De-activation option 1:
De-activation by breaking the STOP break-o tab (standard)
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The device is stopped by the STOP break-o󰀨 tab (the tab is
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Both blink alternatively 3 times.
labelled BREAK TO STOP) being completely broken o󰀨.
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Three seconds after de-activation the green and red LEDs
blink alternatively 3 times. This serves as a conrmation that
the device has been successfully stopped.
(see Chapter 5: LEDs: Explanation of the “stop conrmation” blink
sequences).
7.2) De-activation option 2: De-activation by pressing the READ button
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2
Both blink alternatively 3 times.
The device is stopped by pressing the READ button (with the
1
edge of a ngernail) for 6 or 10 seconds (standard).
2
Three seconds after the ending of the measurement the green and red LEDs blink alternatively 3 times. This serves as
a conrmation that the device has been successfully stopped.
(see Chapter 5: LEDs: Explanation of the “stop conrmation” blink
sequences).
7.3) De-activation option 3: No stop function
The Berlinger Mini-tag® cannot be stopped. The device is active until the battery capacity is exhausted.
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8) LED sequence after stop conrmation
8.1) Option 1:
Display of the device status only on query
The LEDs do not light up after stopping the device. By pressing the READ button once, the status
request / alarm identication can be performed at any time. Thus, the status / alarm identication is
displayed again every 10 seconds for a duration of one minute. Thereafter, the LED indicator will stop blinking. The status can be shown again by pressing the READ button once more.
8.2) Option 2:
Continuous display of the device status
The LEDs blink continuously green for OK or red for ALARM. Thus, the status / alarm identication is
displayed by regularly blinking according to optional programmed intervals of 15, 30 or 60 seconds.
(see Chapter 6: Alarm identication)
Note: The continuous LED status is terminated when the battery capacity is low. The query is still possible by pressing the READ button until the battery capacity is completely exhausted.
9) Assistance with problems
Problem denition Possible problem solution Indications
No stop / start conrmation received
Am I using the correct programming for my current application?
How do I know that the battery is coming to the end of its life?
Check:
• whether the tab has been completely broken o󰀨
• if the READ button has been pressed with enough pressure and for long enough
Check (before commissioning):
• whether the correct programming is stored on the device. For this, read the data from the 2D Code
Check:
• the expiration date in the 2D Code
• With the option “continuous status display during the measurement operation”, it can be recognised that the status is no longer displayed. By pressing the READ button, the query is however still possible.
Chapter 3.1: Activation opt. 1
Activation opt. 2
Chapter 2.3: Device explanation
Chapter 2.3: Device explanation
Chapter 4.2: Option 2: Continuous status display
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10) Technical specications
External dimensions (L x W x H) 49 x 25 x 4 mm
Weight 4 g
Storage condition (inactive) 0 °C to +30 °C
Operating temperature -30 °C to +60 °C
Accuracy of temperature measurement +/- 0.6 °C (-30 °C to -10 °C) +/- 0.5 °C (-10 °C to +40 °C) +/- 0.6 °C (+40 °C to +60 °C) Measurement accuracy of the time +/- 2% max.
Temperature measurement interval Every 1, 5 or 10 minutes
Operating lifetime Up to 1 year storage / 3 years useful life
Protection class IP54
11) Important Information
11.1) Liability
The manufacturer shall not be held liable:
• if the device was used beyond the manufacturer’s given limitations.
• for any claims due to the improper storage and use of the device.
• for any problems with the temperature controlling and / or cooling unit.
• for the bad quality of any monitored goods.
• for incorrect readings if the device was used beyond its expiry date. Warranty: 2 years from date of delivery.
11.2) Battery
The Berlinger Mini-tag® contains a CR Lithium battery. Please pay strict attention to the following points:
• The housing of the Berlinger Mini-tag
• Never expose the Berlinger Mini-tag waves, etc.).It may cause injuries.
• Always keep the Berlinger Mini-tag
• The battery complies with IATA DGR Packaging Instruction 970 Section 2 and is therefore not considered as dangerous good.
• Dispose or recycle the Berlinger Mini-tag your local regulations. The device may also be returned to the manufacturer for proper recycling.
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must never be opened nor destroyed.
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to temperatures above the allowed range (re, oven, micro
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out of the reach of children.
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in accordance with the WEEE2012/19/EU guidlines or
11.3) Useful life
The devices can be used up to 4 years after production date (1 year storage / 3 years useful life) on
the condition that:
• the status / alarm identication is not displayed continuously (depending on device conguration).
• the buttons are not pressed for very long time, e.g. if jammed between the goods in a shipment.
• storage and operation of the device should remain inside the recommendations of the
manufacturer, especially temperatures below 0 °C or +32 °F could have a negative inuence for
the operating lifetime of the battery.
Attention
The Berlinger Mini-tag® monitors temperature exposure and not the product quality. Its purpose is to signal if product quality evaluation or testing is required.
12) Contact
If you have any problems with the Berlinger Mini-tag®, please do not hesitate to contact our support:
www.berlinger.com / [email protected]
Subjet to change. Please note that all information in this document is correct at the time of publication. Due to our policy of continuo­us product development, we reserve the right to change this information without prior notice.
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Berlinger & Co. AG
Mitteldorfstrasse 2 9608 Ganterschwil Switzerland
Tel. +41 71 982 88 11 Fax +41 71 982 88 39 [email protected] www.berlinger.com
Berlinger USA LLC
222 Turnpike Road Suite 3 Westborough, MA 01581 USA Tel. +1 508 366 0084 Fax +1 508 366 0087 [email protected] www.berlinger.com
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