Gemini ACS-5000 User Manual

9800-4367: Issue 11 (17th October 2014)

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• If this equipment is installed or used in a manner not specified by the

manufacturer then the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

• This equipment should only be interfaced to equipment which is powered by a

Safety Extra Low Voltage Supply. The maximum voltage levels are to be 30V
rms, 42V peak or 60V d.c. and separated from hazardous voltages by double or
reinforced insulation. For the United States consider a Safety Extra Low Voltage
Supply to be a Class 2 source as defined in the National Electrical Code. If the
unit is connected to a computer outdoors the computer must also comply.

• The relay output is intended for alarm purposes only and should not be used in

critical or safety control applications.

• This equipment is safe to use indoors over the temperature range 0°C to 50°C

(32°F to 122°F).

Warnings

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Tinytag Alarm Box
User Guide

Instructions for using the ACS-5000
Tinytag Alarm Box and software tool.

• Plug the Alarm Box into a spare serial or USB port using a CAB-0007 or CAB-

0007-USB cable.

• Open Tinytag Explorer.

• Go to Options and Configure ACS-5000 Alarm Box.

• Click Next on the screen that appears and select the communication port the

box is plugged into before clicking Next again.

• If you want your Alarm Box to sound as soon as an alarm limit is breached select

Sounds Alarms Immediately and then Program.

• If you want your Alarm Box to sound only after an alarm limit has been breached

for a set period of time, select Sound Alarms After a Delay and enter the
duration of the delay you require. When set, click on Program.

• When complete the software will confirm that the Alarm Box has been

programmed, click OK to exit the setup program.

The Alarm Box is now ready to use.

Using Tinytag Explorer to Configure an Alarm Box

Initial Setup

Using a cross-point screw driver, remove the back of the unit and fit the supplied
9V PP3 battery (the Alarm Box will give a double beep when it powers up).

Using the Tinytag Explorer software the alarm unit can be programmed to wait for
a specified length of time after the logger reports an alarm state. In this way, the
unit can ignore short periods in an alarm state and it will only sound after a more
prolonged, continuous alarm event.

If you do not wish to set a delay in your Alarm Box, skip to the Final Setup section.

Tinytag Explorer

To configure a Tinytag Alarm Box you will require a copy of Tinytag Explorer
version 4.4 or above.

If you are using an earlier version of the software, a free of charge upgrade can be
downloaded from our web site at:

www.tinytag.info/downloads

For instructions on how to install and set up Tinytag Explorer, please see the Quick
Start Guide and Help files provided with the software.

Final Setup

Set up your data logger as described in the Tinytag Explorer Quick Start Guide and
then screw one end of the supplied CAB-0013 cable into the data logger and the
other end into the Alarm Box.

Supplied Items

1 x ACS-5000 Tinytag Alarm Box
1 x CAB-0012 Alarm Box Cable
1 x 9V PP3 Battery
1 x Tinytag Alarm Box User Guide

1 x SWCD-0040 Tinytag Explorer software (version 4.4 or above)
1 x CAB-0007-USB Tinytag Ultra/Plus/View USB Interface Cable or
1 x CAB-0007 Tinytag Ultra/Plus/View Serial Interface Cable

Optional Accessories

The ACS-5000 Tinytag Alarm Box is suitable for use with the following data
loggers:

Tinytag Plus 2:

TGP-4017 TGP-4020 TGP-4104 TGP-4204
TGP-4500 TGP-4510 TGP-4520 TGP-4810

Tinytag View 2:

TV-4020 TV-4050 TV-4076 TV-4104
TV-4204 TV-4500 TV-4501 TV-4505
TV-4506 TV-4510 TV-4704 TV-4804
TV-4810

Supported Units

Alarm Sounder

When the logger reports that a pre-set alarm level has been exceeded, the alarm
box emits a loud beep every 2 seconds.

When the logger ceases to report an alarm condition the Alarm Unit is silenced.

Test button

The test button simulates an alarm condition while it is pressed, but without any
delay. It has no other effect.

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Alarm Box Features

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Approvals

• This product carries a manufacturing defects warrant y of 12 months from the

date of purchase. Units returned under warranty will be repaired or replaced at
the manufacturer’s discretion. This warranty does not cover mishandling,
modification or replacement batteries and is subject to the standard Terms and
Conditions of Sale, a copy of which is available on request.

• The equipment/goods are sold “as is” and with “all faults” (applies in

USA). Claims under warranty should be referred to the point of sale.

• Data loggers, accessories and batteries should be disposed of at

organised facilities, where available, in line with local regulations.

• In accordance with the WEEE directive, Gemini Data Loggers (UK)

Ltd. will accept the return of any equipment purchased directly for
disposal. Equipment not purchased directly should be returned to
the point of sale.

Warranty & Disposal

Battery Type 9V PP3 Alkaline or equivalent
Replacement Interval Annually

To change the battery, the case must be opened using a cross-headed
screwdriver.

To avoid damage, take care not to touch the electronics or trap any wires.

The unit gives a double beep on power-up.

Remove battery if exhausted or if the unit will not be used for a prolonged period.

Do not recharge.

Battery Information

Operating Range

Temperature 0°C to +50°C (32°F to +122°F)
Relative Humidity 0 to 90% (non-condensing)

Case Dimensions

Height 115mm / 4.53”
Width 105mm / 4.13”
Depth 33mm / 1.3”

Weight (including battery) 220g / 7.8oz

Interface Cable Length 1.5m

Physical Specification

Clear Alarms Button

If the logger is set with latched alarms, it will continue to report a previous alarm
condition even when it is no longer in an alarm state. This will result in the alarm
unit sounding continually.

The Clear Alarms button resets the alarm in the logger, which will remain off until
the next time it crosses back into the alarm state. Consequently the alarm unit is
silenced.

The Clear Alarms button must be held down until a triple beep is heard.

Audible battery low warning

When the battery voltage falls below about 6 Volts the unit emits three rapid high­pitched beeps once every minute.

Volt-Free Relay Contacts

There is a built-in
latching relay, which can
be used to connect other
devices to the alarm unit.

Two sets of changeover
contacts are available
from a set of screw
terminals inside the case.

A label under the battery
shows the arrangement
of the terminals.

A blanking plug in the side of the case allows cable access.

The relay operation reflects the state of the audible alarm (a small delay may be
noticeable).

It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the relay contacts are used in a safe
manner.

Switched Output Specification:

Maximum voltage: 42V peak / 60V d.c.
Maximum current: 1A a.c. or d.c.

Read carefully the warnings at the start of this manual.

Alarm Box Features (continued . . .)

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