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MadgeTech RFCurrent2000A User Manual

Product User Guide
RFCurrent2000A
RFCurrent2000A
Wireless Current Data Logger
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Product User Guide
Table of Contents
RFCurrent2000A Data Logger
General Specifications .................................. 6-7
RFC1000 Transceiver
Mounting Instruction ................................... 10
Channel Programming ................................. 11
Deployment & Activation .............................. 12
General Specifications ................................... 12
Compliance Information ................................ 13
Troubleshooting Tips ............ Back Cover
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Quick Start Steps
Product Operation (Wireless)
1. Install the MadgeTech 4 Software and USB Drivers onto a Windows PC.
2. The RFC1000 interface device comes with a USB cable. Plug one end of the cable into
an available USB port on the PC and plug the opposite end of the cable into the communication port on the RFC1000.
3. Push and hold the wireless button on the RFCurrent2000A for 5 seconds to activate
wireless communication. The display will confirm “Wireless: ON” and the blue LED will blink every 15 seconds.
4. Launch the MadgeTech 4 Software. All active MadgeTech Data Loggers that are within
range will automatically appear in the connected devices window. Each data logger in the list can be identified by serial number (printed on the exterior of the logger).
5. To claim a device, select the desired data logger in the list and click the Claim icon.
6. Select the start method, reading rate and any other parameters appropriate for the
desired data logging application. Once configured, deploy the data logger by clicking the Start icon.
7. To download data, select the device in the list, click the Stop icon, and then click the
Download icon. A graph will automatically display the data.
Product Operation (Plugged In)
1. Install the MadgeTech 4 Software and USB Drivers onto a Windows PC.
2. Before plugging the data logger in the computer, make sure the wireless setting on
the device is set to “Wireless: OFF”. If wireless mode is on, press and hold the Wireless button on the device for 5 seconds.
3. The RFCurrent2000A comes with a USB cable. Plug one end of the cable into an
available USB port on the PC and plug the opposite end of the cable into the communication port on the RFCurrent2000A.
4. Launch the Data Logger Software. The RFCurrent2000A will appear in the connected
devices window indicating the device has been recognized.
5. Select the start method, reading rate and any other parameters appropriate for the
desired data logging application. Once configured, deploy the data logger by clicking the Start icon.
6. To download data, select the device in the list, click the Stop icon, and then click the
Download icon. A graph will automatically display the data.
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Product User Guide
Product Overview
The RFCurrent2000A is a wireless data logger with display, designed to measure and record DC current signals. The data logger can connect directly to low-level DC current sources which makes it ideal for battery usage studies, energy monitoring studies and other DC current monitoring applications. The RFCurrent2000A can also be interfaced with a wide range of current output sensors such as flow meters, pH transmitters and more. Through the software, the device can be programmed with engineering units, which convert the current readings into a different unit of measure such as flow rate. The engineering unit is available for display on the LCD screen as well as in the software. The RFCurrent2000A is available in 20mA, 160mA or a 3A measurement range.
The RFCurrent2000A features an LCD screen which provides instant access to the current reading, minimum, maximum and average statistics. The statistics can be reset through the keypad of the device, allowing customers to keep track of statistics over certain time periods. This feature does not erase the data recorded, but only resets the statistics count. The RFCurrent2000A can be used as a standalone data logger, or used with the RFC1000 wireless transceiver, to transmit data back to a central PC. The RFCurrent2000A transmits up to 500 ft line of sight to the RFC1000 transceiver. Multiple RFC1000’s can be used as repeaters and transmit up to 1000 ft line of sight to other RFC1000’s. This allows the data to be sent over a greater distance.
Selection Buttons
The logger is designed with 3 direct selection buttons: Scroll, Units and Wireless.
• Scroll: Allows user to scroll through current readings, average stats and device status information displayed on the LCD Screen.
• Units: Allows user to change displayed units of measurement, A and mA Engineering Units.
• Wireless: Push and hold this button for 5 seconds to activate or deactivate wireless
communication.
• Manual Reset Option: Allows user to manually reset the statistics within the device to 0 without needing to use the Data Logging software. Any data recorded up to that point is recorded and saved. To apply the manual reset, press and hold the scroll key down for three seconds.
LED Indicators
• Status: Green LED blinks every 5 seconds to indicate unit is logging.
• Wireless: Blue LED blinks every 15 seconds to indicate unit is operating in wireless mode.
• Alarm: Red LED blinks every 1 second to indicate an alarm condition.
Connecting Information
Port Information
The RFCurrent2000A data logger terminal ports are located on the bottom of the device, one positive, one negative and a ground terminal port.
GND
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RFCurrent2000A
Additional Features and Operation
Alarm Settings/Rules
In the Data Logging Software, alarms can be created on two levels; in the software itself, and programmed specifically to the data logger. Creating alarm rules in the software allows the user to utilize alarms while real time recording, and have the added benefit of features such as e-mail and SMS notification. An alarm that is programmed on the data logger will only alert the user from the device itself, whether that is by a flashing LED, audible alarm, or local LCD notification.
Creating a Real time Alarm Rule
1. Within the Device tab in the Data Logging Software, in the Alarms group, click Manage
Rules, then select New.
2. Enter a name in the Rule name box, and select whether notifications will occur when
All conditions are met or Any condition is met.
3. Select the desired conditions to have met before notifications occur, and select which
notifications will occur from the drop down menus.
4. If selecting to receive notifications by email or text message, click Email settings and
make sure the correct info has been entered. Email and text message notifications will not be received if settings are incorrect.
5. Click OK. The OK button will be disabled if the Rule name box is empty.
Changing the Alarm Settings of a Device
1. In the Connected devices panel, select the RFCurrent2000A device.
2. Click the Properties button under the device tab at the top of the software, and select
the Alarm tab in the Properties window.
3. The High and Low settings indicate reading thresholds at which the alarm becomes active.
4. The Delay setting indicates how long to wait before the alarm becomes active after
passing an alarm threshold.
5. The Use cumulative alarm delay checkbox indicates whether the alarm delay should
reset when reading values fall back within the alarm threshold.
6. Once the alarm is configured appropriately, click Apply to save the settings.
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