ELPRO Libero Cx Operation Manual

LIBERO C PDF Logger & Indicator

Operation Manual

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Warranty conditions and liability disclaimer

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losses including lost profit or data resulting from the use of their data loggers, sensors, accessories, software products or information from the
documentation.

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- ELPRO-BUCHS AG does not provide any guarantees, either explicit or implicit, regardin g the usability or suitability of their products for a specific
purpose.

- In the interest of our customers we reserve the right to make changes and discontinue the product on the basis of technical advancement. For
this reason the functionality, diagrams, descriptions and scope of supply can be modified without prior notification!

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or not enforceable, this does not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.

- ELPRO-BUCHS AG does not accept any liability for transport damage.

- In general the statutory regulations of Switzerland apply.

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replacement of a faulty product that is returned within th e guarantee period to ELPRO-BUCHS AG or an approved reseller of ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

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- ELPRO-BUCHS AG provides a guarantee of 24 months on the following n ew products:

- Data logger

- Brackets

- Accessories excluding probes and third-party products

- This guarantee is valid for material faults or production faults.

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- All servicing and repair work

- Temperature probe

- Humidity probe

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faults under normal conditions. All main items of the software product comply with the operating instructions and the information in the help file.

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-misused

- modified

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- ELPRO-BUCHS AG does not offer any guarantee for th e standard or SCS calibration of the data loggers and probes. The stated data correspond
to the situation during the calibration process.

Software - The software products of ELPRO-BUCHS AG are subject to internal quality requirements and are validated regularly at the works. In the event

of program errors, circumvention of the error is regarded as constituting its elimination.

- Software manuals do not contain either instructions on basic operation of a computer or the basic functions of the Windows® operating system.
For information on the operation of the computer or the operating system please refer to the applicable computer manuals.

Data loggers, sensors and accesso­ries

- ELPRO-BUCHS AG applies the highest quality standards during production of the data loggers and the ir accessories as well as a certified quality
management system in compliance with ISO 9001:2008.

- For information on operation of the data loggers and their accessories please refer to the respective product documentation.

- During the installation of data lo ggers, probes and accessories , compliance with the locally valid installation regulations is mandatory.

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complied with.

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starting work.

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ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

- ELPRO-BUCHS AG reserves the right to invoice the customer for costs incurred for repair/part replacement.

- After repair work the product is returned to the purcha ser, who will be charged with the return shipping costs (FOB shipping point).

Trademarks

All stated company and product names and their trademarks are the protected property of the respective owner.

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Table of Contents

1 LIBERO Cx safety information .......................................................... 8

1.1 Influence of temperature .................................................................................. 8

1.2 Battery.............................................................................................................. 8

1.3 Disposal ........................................................................................................... 8

1.4 Exceptional environmental conditions.............................................................. 9

2 Quick start...................................................................................................... 10

3 Configuration of a LIBERO Cx......................................................... 11

3.1 Introduction to liberoCONFIG ........................................................................ 11

3.1.1 Configuration file till SmartStart Pack & Go exe file...................... 11

3.1.2 System requirements.................................................................... 12

3.2 Status information LIBERO Cx display .......................................................... 12

3.2.1 EoL - End of Life ........................................................................... 13

3.2.2 Schedule: Start to stop of logging................................................. 14

3.2.3 Error codes ................................................................................... 14

3.2.4 Temperature alarm ....................................................................... 14

3.2.5 Configuration mode ...................................................................... 15

3.3 Start of liberoCONFIG.................................................................................... 16

3.3.1 Options ......................................................................................... 18

3.3.2 Menus ........................................................................................... 20

3.3.3 Buttons ......................................................................................... 20

3.3.4 Confirmation ................................................................................. 20

3.3.5 Configuration Profiles ................................................................... 21

3.4 Configuring the LIBERO Cx ........................................................................... 21

3.4.1 Description.................................................................................... 22

3.4.2 Logging ......................................................................................... 23

3.4.3 Alarm conditions ........................................................................... 24

3.4.4 Time settings ................................................................................ 29

3.4.5 PDF Options ................................................................................. 30

3.4.6 Handling Options .......................................................................... 33

3.4.7 Apply Configuration Profile ........................................................... 34

3.4.8 View/Print configuration ................................................................ 34

3.5 Passwords ..................................................................................................... 36

3.6 Calibration - View/Print .................................................................................. 37

3.7 Check PDF Report Integrity ........................................................................... 39

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3.7.1 Example: Check the PDF Report Integrity.................................... 39

3.8 LIBERO SmartStart settings ......................................................................... 41

3.8.1 Items ............................................................................................. 43

3.8.2 Configuration Report .................................................................... 46

3.8.3 Create SmartStart Pack & Go....................................................... 52

3.9 Help................................................................................................................ 53

4 Using SmartStart Pack & Go ............................................................ 54

4.1 Change of Settings ........................................................................................ 56

4.2 Error Messages.............................................................................................. 57

5 Miscellaneous.............................................................................................. 58

5.1 Software license............................................................................................. 58

5.2 ELPRO Customer Service Information .......................................................... 59

5.3 Revision History ............................................................................................. 59

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Symbols and designations

Information

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNING

 Reference to supplementary section [xxx / yyy / zzz; e.g. 3.4.4 Time settings / Sum-

mer time / start date] or document

LIBERO Cx Name of the data logger or indicator.

PDF report Logged transport information is created as ****.pdf file.

liberoCONFIG Program for the configuration of a LIBERO

LIBERO SmartStart Application for simple and reliable assignment of config-

uration profiles on a LIBERO.

In the interest of our customers we reserve the right to make any changes result­ing from technical advancement. For this reason diagrams, descriptions and the
extent of delivery are subject to change without any notice!

This manual is valid from software release 2013.6.1.0

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Introduction

LIBERO Cx is used for monitoring the transport of temperature sensitive goods. Tempera­ture limits, the mean kinetic temperature (MKT) and the logging time can be set as alarm
criteria and monitored during transport. Upon arrival the LIBERO Cx is connected to any
USB port and automatically generates a PDF report with the transport logging results. No
additional software is required to read out the LIBERO Cx. The PDF report is created in
PDF/A format and is compliant with the ISO 19005-1 Document Management Standard
which permits long-term archiving of the PDF report without further conversion.

The LIBERO Cx settings are made with the liberoCONFIG configuration software. During
configuration not only the device settings such as the logging interval, alarm limits and
device behavior can be set, but also the text information and the content of the PDF report
can be specified. The selected settings can be saved as a configuration profile and easily
transferred to other LIBERO Cx.

If there are several LIBERO Cx that are to be configured with the same setting, previously
created configuration profiles can be transferred directly with the LIBERO SmartStart appli­cation. Transfer is absolutely reliable and safe as no device settings are accessible during
this process. LIBERO SmartStart is used to load the correct configuration profile onto the
LIBERO at the start of transport quickly and reliably. When assigning a profile with the
LIBERO SmartStart, previously defined fields can be filled with shipment-related informa­tion such as the transport number, order number, carrier etc. This permits creation of ship­ment-related PDF reports with all details of the transport.

The data logged with the LIBERO Cx can additionally be analyzed, evaluated and com­mented with the elproVIEWER software.

In addition to the LIBERO Cx for transport monitoring, the LIBERO Tx device family pro­vides a wide selection of LIBERO data loggers for the widest range of applications (multiple
usage, dry ice and cryo-monitoring, temperature and moisture logging etc.).

A LIBERO PDF REPORT IS A PDF/A - ISO STANDARD FILE
ONLY OPEN THE FILE WITH A PDF READER

Always save the PDF file from the LIBERO Cx directly and without opening it or
send it as an e-mail attachment. Opening and saving of the PDF file with a PDF
editor can make additionally embedded data unusable for subsequent processing
with elproVIEWER, elproASSISTANT or liberoMANAGER. The integrity of a PDF
report can be checked with the "Check PDF file integrity" function in liberoCON­FIG.

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Common
LIBERO Cx

• Single use

• Logging of 8800 values

• Interval of 1 to 60 minutes

• No special device driver required

• Fully user configurable

Types

LIBERO CS

PDF logger

• Multi alarm zones, time and MKT alarm
Up to four high alarm zones (H) can be defined
Up to three low alarm zones (L) can be defined.
PDF report with graph

LIBERO CB

PDF logger

• Single alarm, time and MKT alarm
Only one high alarm zone (H) and one low alarm zone (L) can be defined
PDF report with graph

LIBERO CI

PDF indicator

• Multi alarm zones, time and MKT alarm
Up to four high alarm zones (H) can be defined
Up to three low alarm zones (L) can be defined.
PDF report without graph

THE PDF REPORT OF A LIBERO CI DOES NOT CONTAIN A GRAPH OF THE
TEMPERATURE CURVE!

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LIBERO CX SAFETY INFORMATION

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1 LIBERO Cx safety information

1.1 Influence of temperature

 For the application range: www.elpro.com.

- There is danger of a gas explosion when the lithium battery heats up to temperatures
exceeding 100 °C.

- Do not throw LIBEROs into fire, the battery could explode.

1.2 Battery

Lithium battery Material Safety Data Sheet (form according to EEC Directive 93/112/EC) and shipment rec-

ommendation are available from ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

- Lithium, manganese dioxide

- Non-rechargeable button cell battery

- No shipping declaration necessary

1.3 Disposal

Europe

WEEE

U.S.A.

Find a drop-off center for electronic waste in your area to dispose of the LIBERO. In any
case it is recommended to contact the local EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
office. http://www.epa.gov

International

If possible, dispose of the LIBERO in an official drop-off center for electronic waste in your
area. Many countries enforce electronic recycling.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_waste.

This product has to be disposed of according to WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment, 2002/96/EC)!

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LIBERO CX SAFETY INFORMATION

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1.4 Exceptional environmental conditions

Infrared radiation
Microwaves
X-Ray

Pay attention to the following if you use the LIBERO Cx under exceptional environmental
conditions:

- IR radiation (heat) and superheated steam can result in deformation of the case.

- There is a risk that the battery may explode if the logger is used in conjunction with
microwaves.

- X-rays can harm the LIBERO. The specifications are on file at ELPRO-BUCHS AG.

 3.4.5.1 Status information and error messages in the PDF report

CE

EMI LIBERO Cx PDF loggers and indicators meet the requirements regarding electromagnetic

interference (EMI) for portable electronic devices for use on airplanes in accordance with
the definition in the Advisory Circular 91-21.1B of the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA,) and were tested in accordance with RTCA/DO-160G Environmental Conditions and
Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment.

This product must be certified with CE

The manufacturer warrants this product is compliant to the following guidelines
EN 61000-6-2:2006 and EN 61000-6-4:2006.

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QUICK START

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2 Quick start

Case elements 1. Protection cap

2. USB connector

3. Display; a non-configured LIBERO Cx displays "ConF".

4. Start/Stop button

5. Exp:XX/YYYY
Expiry date: The LIBERO Cx can no longer be used after this date.
Device ID: 7100 0000 000

Display 1. Run

Flashes when the LIBERO Cx is active; data logging or delay

2. Battery exhausted
Signals a low battery charge. Access to the data through the USB ports is still possible.

3. Profile
The displayed value corresponds with the Profile-ID

 see 3.4.6 Handling Options - Profile-ID

4. Alarm indicator
The alarm indicator shows whether everything was within limits to date or if limits were
violated.

5. Temperature unit

6. Measured value or information

Start/Stop button

• A configured LIBERO Cx is started by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for at
least three seconds.

 3.4.6 Handling Options

• The Profile-ID can be displayed by briefly pressing the Start/Stop button when the
LIBERO Cx is configured or stopped.

• A running LIBERO Cx is stopped by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for at
least three seconds.

• The Start/Stop button can be deactivated.

 3.4.6 Handling Options

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3 Configuration of a LIBERO Cx

3.1 Introduction to liberoCONFIG

liberoCONFIG is the software to configure LIBERO PDF loggers and indicators. The nec­essary configuration parameters of the LIBEROs can be set and additionally saved in a
configuration profile. The profile contains all information regarding the monitored transport
and the information that is documented in the PDF report. It is also possible to use Smart­Start Pack & Go to quickly and safely assign configuration profiles to a large number of
LIBEROs.

3.1.1 Configuration file till SmartStart Pack & Go exe file

The configuration of an individual LIBERO Cx is carried out with liberoCONFIG. This work
is simplified considerably if configurations are repeated frequently by the use of SmartStart
and Pack & Go.

Configuration variants

In this operation manual the designation LIBERO Cx stands for the types LIBERO
CS, LIBERO CB and LIBERO CI.

Details on the current models and their data sheets are available at
www.elpro.com

SmartStart Pack & Go exe file with a LIBERO Cx can be used on any PC without
installation or a special driver.

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3.1.2 System requirements

- Windows XP, 7 or 8

- CPU 1.5GHz

- Memory: 512 MB RAM

- Free hard disk space: 100 MB

- Monitor: 800 x 600 Pixel

3.2 Status information LIBERO Cx display

LIBERO Cx Display

Information on the latest functions is given in the "ReadMe" file.

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A) End of transport
B) End of logging

If the end of transport is marked with the Start/Stop button, the LIBERO Cx logs the data
until connection to a USB port. This data does not have any influence on the status infor­mation in the PDF report, but can be evaluated with elproVIEWER.

If the end of transport is marked by connection to a USB port, no more data is logged.

Depiction of an alarm
or error message

Alarm indicator

 3.3 Start of liberoCONFIG
 3.4.3 Alarm conditions

3.2.1 EoL - End of Life

LIBERO Cx Display "EoL"

If the LIBERO Cx is started before the expiry date, it continues logging until it is stopped,
the battery is exhausted or the memory is full. Logged data is available even the battery is
exhausted.

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3.2.2 Schedule: Start to stop of logging

LIBERO Cx - Start/stop time

 3.4.2 Logging - Start options
 3.4.6 Handling Options - Stop options

3.2.3 Error codes

In the event of device errors, an alarm indicator and the error code are displayed. The error
is documented in the PDF report. In such a case please contact the ELPRO Customer Ser­vice.

 3.4.5.1 Status information and error messages in the PDF report

Exxx - Logging status is not changed

- PDF report evaluation is possible

- Displayed error code remains visible

E210 - Configuration data are invalid

- Start is not possible

- Error is deleted after a valid configuration

3.2.4 Temperature alarm

HI: Ambient temperature is higher than +70 °C

Lo: Ambient temperature is lower than -20 °C

When used outside the measuring range an alarm indicator is always displayed. The error
is documented in the PDF report.

 3.4.5.1 Status information and error messages in the PDF report

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3.2.5 Configuration mode

The configuration mode is used to set or change all logging features (profile).
liberoCONFIG is used for these settings.

Configuration is only possible if "ConF", "Strt" or the Profile-ID is displayed.

 3.4.2 Logging
 3.4.3 Alarm conditions

Display: New LIBERO
Cx

Unconfigured LIBERO Cx show "ConF" on the display.

Display: Configured
LIBERO Cx

Either "Strt" or the Profile-ID is shown on a configured but not started LIBERO Cx.

Start configuration

As soon as the LIBERO Cx is connected to the USB port, it switches to configuration mode.

 Continue with 3.4 Configuring the LIBERO Cx

Configuration com­pleted

After configuration remove the LIBERO Cx from the USB port.

Either "Strt" or the Profile-ID is shown on the display.

Communication
error

THE FOLLOWING CASES COULD CAUSE COMMUNICATION PROBLEMS:

• Bad USB extension cable

• Passive USB hub. Please use an active USB hub or connect the LIBERO
Cx directly to the PC.

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3.3 Start of liberoCONFIG

In this view, all avail­able
LIBEROs are visible.

Start window of liberoCONFIG with 3 LIBERO Cx

The following infor­mation is shown

- LIBERO ID

- Type

- Firmware Version

-Expiry date

Single / multiple
device selection

Except "Edit configuration", all functions described in the following chapters can be applied
to multiple LIBERO Cx selected at the same time.

Application

A LIBERO CX IN STOP MODE DOES NOT APPEAR IN THE START WINDOW!

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First-time use

Before using liberoCONFIG for the first time make the following settings:

- Language

- Default file locations

- Password length

- Specify the paper format for the reports

 3.3.1 Options

Shows the information about the current program version and license number.

Refresh

Refreshes the start window of liberoCONFIG

Edit configuration

 3 Configuration of a LIBERO Cx

LIBERO SmartStart

 3.8 LIBERO SmartStart settings

Check the PDF file integrity

 3.7 Check PDF Report Integrity

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3.3.1 Options

In "Options" various general program settings can be made.

Options - General settings

Language -German

- English

- Spanish

-French

- Italian

-Dutch

Default File Loca­tions

3 different file locations may be defined or selected:

 For the configuration profiles see 3.4 Configuring the LIBERO Cx
 Calibration Profiles

It is not possible to assign a calibration profile to a LIBERO Cx,
see 3.6 Calibration - View/Print.

 3.8 LIBERO SmartStart settings

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Options - Additional Settings

Parameters Data entry field used for the definition of the minimum password length.

View & Print
Template for Calibra­tion Data

Paper Size You may choose between A4 and Letter.

• Not available for LIBERO Cx.

• Settings only apply for LIBERO Tx.

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3.3.3 Buttons

The following buttons are used within liberoCONFIG:

• Load Profile
Used to open a formerly saved profile for setting-up LIBERO Cx.

• Save Profile
Used to save a new profile in a file

•Apply
The currently displayed configuration settings are transferred to the LIBERO Cx.

3.3.4 Confirmation

All successful actions are confirmed, e.g. configuration.

3.3.2 Menus

Chapter

3.4 Configuring the LIBERO Cx

3.5 Passwords

3.6 Calibration - View/Print

3.7 Check PDF Report Integrity

3.8 LIBERO SmartStart settings