T&D RTR-52Pt User Manual

Radio, EMC and Safety Regulations

・ RTR-5 Series complies with technical specifications

required under EN 301 489-3 (with battery and AC
Adaptor), EN 300-220-3 and EN 60950:2000.

・ Allowed to use in : A.B.D.DK.F.I.P.S.SW.UK.N.NL.

CH.FIN.AUS.NZ

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respon sible for safe ty if this product is used i n any manner other than was
intended.

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with this product or with your computer that is caused by the improper handling of
this product and will deem such tr ouble or malfunct ion as falling outside the
conditions for free repair of the attached warranty.

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User's Manual.

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from the actual product.

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reissued, so please keep it in a safe place. The Manual itself can be downloaded
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◆ Notices about this User's Manual

◆ Safety Precautions and Instructions

*Please carefully observe the following safety measures when using our

product.

To prevent any loss or damage to our customers, other people and/or property, and to ensure the proper use of our products we ask that before using
our product you carefully read, understand and follow the safety rules and precautions for our products as outlined below.

【Explanation of Warning Symbols】

DANGER

These entries are actions that absolutely under no
circumstance should be taken. The taking of such an action
may cause serious personal physical damage or death.

CAUTION

These entries are actions that if taken may lead to physical
injury or damage to persons or things.

【Explanation of Picture Symbols】

This symbol denotes an important warning or caution. Inside or near the
symbol will appear another symbol giving details.
(EX: stands for ELECTROCUTION)

This symbol denotes a forbidden action. Inside or near the symbol will
appear another symbol giving details.
(EX: stands for DO NOT TAKE APART)

This symbol denotes an action that you must take. Inside or near the
symbol will appear another symbol giving details.
(EX: stands for TAKE PLUG OUT OF SOCKET)

The RTR-52Pt is a devices to measure temperature. Do not use this
unit for any purpose other than temperature measurement.

If any smoke or strange smells are emitted from the unit, immediately
cease using it.
Continued use may cause fire, electrocution or damage.

If water or a foreign object enters the case, immediately cease using
it.

Please be careful when using in overly hot or cold environments,
touching the units may cause burns or frostbite.

Store all batteries, sensors and Thermo Recorder units out of the
reach of children. It is dangerous to swallow batteries.

Do not take apart, repair or modify the main unit.
It may cause fire, electrocution or damage. Ask the shop where you
purchased the products or T&D Corporation to carry out any repairs.

DANGER

Do not use any batteries other than those that are recommended. It
may cause fire or damage.

Do not drop or expose the unit to strong impact.

Do not use or store the unit in places such as listed below:
It may cause electrocution, fire or damage to the unit or to your
computer.

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Areas exposed to direct sunlight

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Areas exposed to water or high-pressure water flow.

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Areas exposed to organic solvents, corrosive gas and oils.

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Areas exposed to strong magnetic fields

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Areas exposed to static electricity.

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Areas exposed to fire or overheating.

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Areas exposed to excessive dust or smoke.

This product has been designed for private or industrial use only.
It is not for use in situations where strict safety precautions are
necessary such as in connection with medical equipment whether
directly or indirectly.

We are not responsible for any malfunction or trouble caused by the
use of our product or by any problem caused by the malfunction of
our unit. Please be fully aware of this before using our product.

Battery life depends on the measurement environment,
communication frequency, recording interval and battery quality.

Battery terminals may provide insufficient contact due to age or
vibration. Please be careful not to lose data due to insufficient
contact.

Pay attention to water leakage or foreign objects entering into the
unit case as in the following cases.

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The case was closed with dust, hair, etc., on the rubber packing or in the
groove for the packing.

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The rubber packing was damaged. (In this case, please purc hase the
optional maintenance set.)

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The unit suffered from significant temperature change while wet.
especially if the temperature change was from high to low.

Remove batteries from any unit that is not to be used for a long period
of time.
Batteries left in a unit not being used for a long time may leak and
cause a malfunction.

CAUTION

When using Senso r Ad aptor RTR-05P 1, plea se t ake note of t he
following:

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This sensor adaptor is not waterproof. Only use in an environment
where there is no condensation or possibility of wetness.

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When connecting the sensor, please follow the connection diagram on
the terminal block. Please make sure to securely tighten the screws to
the terminal block so as there is no chance of becoming unfastened.

Do not put your fingers or foreign matter into the sensor connection.

User's Manual

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Carefully read and fully understand these
instructions before using this unit.

Wireless Temperature Data Logger

Operate the units with the latest version of "T&D Recorder for
Windows

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(RTR-5 EU)".

The latest version software can be downloaded from our Website.

Product Specifications

RTR-52Pt

Measurement Channels 1 Temperature Channel
Measurement Range -199.9 〜 600℃

Adaptable sensor Pt100 / Pt1000 (with 3 wires)

Measuring current 1mA/Pt100 0.21mA/Pt1000

Measurement Display
Resolution

0.1

℃

Measurement Accuracy
(at 0 〜 50℃ )

± 0.3℃ (-199.9 to 80℃ )

± 0.5℃ (80 to 450℃ )

± 1.0℃ (450 to 600℃ )

Sensor accuracy is not included.

Recording Interval

1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 seconds, 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 60minutes,

Total of 15 choices

Recording Capacity 16,000 Readings ×1 Channel

Recording Mode

Endless (Overwrite oldest data when capacity is full)
One-time (Stop reading when capacity is full)

LCD Display Items

Current Readings, Recording Settings, Battery Life Warning,

Over Measurement Range Warning, Unit

Power Lithium Battery (LS14250(SAFT)) × 1

Battery Life

Approx. 6 months (Battery life depending on measurement

environment, recording interval and battery performance)

Wireless Method

ETSIEN 300-220

Transmission Distance Up to 100 meters (May vary with conditions)

Interface

Wireless Communication (RTR-57U)

Optical Communication (RTR-57U

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Communication Speed

When downloading data (Wireless) Approx. 2,000 readings

per minute [Collection of a full unit of data=Approx. 420 seconds

(optical communication=Approx. 160 seconds)]

Water Resistance

*1 IP64 (rated for use in daily life)*2

Dimensions

H62 x W47 x D19mm

(excluding protrusions / antenna length 20mm)

Weight Approx. 56g. (including 1 lithium battery)
Unit Temp. Resistance − 40

℃ to 80℃ *3

Accessories Included:

Sensor Adaptor (RTR-05P1)× 1,

Lithium Battery (LS14250 (SAFT)) × 1, Tube× 1, Strap × 1,

User's Manual (Warranty)× 1

*1 : Not for continued immersion.
*2 : The water resistance rating with the sensor adaptor connected is IP64.
*3 : Radio commnication can not be operated at below -30

℃ degrees or less.

The case material of this unit is susceptible to certain organic
solvents and oils, such as vegetable oil. Prolonged exposure to
these substances can cause cracking of the case and will void the
manufacturer's warranty.
When using this unit in environments where such oils are present,
please insure that it is protected from contact through use of a
polyethylene bag or other means.

Cracks may develop in the unit casing if it comes into contact with
hazardous substances such as oil products.
When using t he unit in such an environmen t, protec t the unit by
placing it inside a polyethylene bag.

Avoid using the lithium batteries, LS 14250 for long periods at
temperatures over 60℃ .
The battery life may be significantly decreased.

Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-52Pt Warranty

Customer's name:

Address:

Phone No.:

Dealer's name:

Address:

Phone No.:

Guarantee period 12 months from date of purchase

Date of purchase

Provisions for Free Repair

1. If the unit does not work properly despite the fact that the customer used it
properly and in line with the User's Manual, the unit shall be repaired free of
charge through the distributor from which the unit was purchased.

2. If the customer requests free repair because of trouble within the warranty
period, bring or send the unit along with the warranty to the dealer. A service
charge may be added if a repairperson must be sent out to the place of use for
repair.

3. If you have moved after purchasing, or the product was received as a gift, or
there are some difficulties contacting the shop from which you purchased the
unit, please contact us directly for service.

4. Free repair is not available in the following cases even though it is within the
warranty period:

a:Trouble or damage was caused by careless operation, natural disaster, fire,

public pollution, or use of a power source other than specified.

b: If repair, adjustment, disassembly or modification of the unit has been carried

out by a person other than a T&D authorized engineer.

c:Trouble or damage was caused by transportation, movement or dropping of

the unit after purchase.

d:Failure to submit the Warranty or failure to fill in all items required in the

Warranty.

5. The Warranty cannot be reissued.
This Warranty only promises customers free repair within the period and
conditions clarified in this Warranty. Therefore, the customer's legal rights will not
be limited by this Warranty. For further information on repair and other service
questions after the termination of the warranty period, contact your dealer.

© Copyright 2007 T&D Corporation. All rights reserved. 2009.04 16004504070 3rd Edition

Shimadachi 817-1, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0852 Japan

Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Homepage: http://www.tandd.com/

3. Settings and Communication

1. Outline

To start and stop recording, make or change the various recording settings and/or collect data please see the
following instructions.

For details about how to change settings and about communications please see the User's Manual that comes
with the RTR-57U. You can also find detailed information in the User's Manual that accompanies the software
(Thermo Recorder for Windows) and in the Help Menu of the software.

◆ Optical Communication with an RTR-57U

By simply placing an RTR-52Pt unit face down on an RTR-57U you can carry out recording start settings and
changes, as well as, collect recorded data via optical communication.

◆ Using Wireless Communication with an RTR-57U Unit

By registering an RTR-52Pt unit as a Remote Unit of an RTR-57U, it is possible to carry out wireless data
communication (special short wave radio) allowing you to start and stop recording, make recording condition
settings and collect data without having to handle the RTR-52Pt units.

2. Getting Started

NOTE:

● When changing batteries make sure to carefully read "5. Changing Batteries".

● Upon first installation of the batteries, measuring and recording will automatically begin at the factory

set default recording settings: (Recording Interval: 10 minutes / Endless Mode / Immediate Start)

● After replacing the batteries the settings will return to the most recent recording settings.

● If necessary make changes to the default recording settings according to your usage and needs. If

you are going to be using wireless communication it is necessary to register the [Group Name] and
[Remote Unit Name] information at this time. See "3. Settings and Communication

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◆ Inser t the batteries

Thermo Recorder RTR-52Pt is a Data Logger designed to be used with a platinum
resistor (Pt100/Pt1000) sensor for measuring and recording temperature. The data
recorded with the RTR-52Pt can easily be downloaded via special short wave
wireless communication to an RTR-57U Data Collector, where the data can be
saved. Then it is possible to download the data to your computer for data analysis
and management with our exclusive software. Communication between units can be
done via optical communication, as well as wireless communication.

Basic Functions of RTR-52Pt

■ Wireless Communication Function

Via special short wave radio communication recorded data can be downloaded from
an RTR-52Pt unit and saved to the RTR-57U Data Collector Unit. Recording settings
and recording start can also be controlled via wireless communication.

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Wireless Communication can occur between an RTR-52Pt Unit and an RTR-

57U Unit within a range of up to about 100 meters, if unobstructed and direct.

NOTE:
In order to collect data via wireless communication, it is necessary to register via
computer the RTR-52Pt unit as a Remote Unit in the RTR-57U Unit you wish to use. For
details about making these settings, please see the Help Menu in "T&D Recorder for
Windows" or the User's Manual for "T&D Recorder for Windows".

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Wide Temperature Measurement Range

The RTR-52Pt with a platinum resistor (Pt100/Pt1000) sensor can measure and
record in a wide range of -199.9 to 600℃ .

◆ Communication with your Computer

By placing an RTR-52Pt unit face down on an RTR-57U unit that is connected to your computer, you can make
any necessary recording conditions settings and changes, start recording and download recorded data easily
via your computer display.

Place the RTR-52Pt unit face
down on the RTR-57U

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If you are going to be using wireless communication
it is necessary to register the [Group Name] and
[Remote Unit Name] information in the RTR-57U
units.

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The wireless communication range, if unobstructed
and direct, is about 100 meters. In some cases
communication cannot take place even within 100
meters. Please check first by carrying out the
wireless communication test with the remote units.

5. Changing Batteries

NOTE: After removing the old batteries, replace them with new batteries within 1 minute.

1. When the battery power becomes low, the [BAT] indicator will appear on the LCD display.

Once the [BAT] indicator appears please change the battery as soon as possible.

Recording: OK
Wireless Communication: OK
Data Download: OK

● The recorded data will remain saved.

● If at this time a new battery is placed in the unit, recording will continue.

● After changing the battery, the [BAT] indicator will disappear in a short time.

2. If you do not change the battery and continue using the unit, the temperature display will intermittently
display [bAtt]. Please change the battery at once.

Recording: OK
Wireless Communication: No
Data Download: No

● The recorded data will remain saved.

● If at this time a new battery is placed in the unit, recording will continue and downloading of saved data can be done.

● After changing the battery, the temperature display will return to displaying only the temperature after which the BAT indicator

will disappear a short time later.

3. If you do not change the battery even under conditions in 2 above, the REC indicator will disappear and
temperature display area will display [SLP]. ("SLP" stands for "Sleep Mode".)

Recording: No
Wireless Communication: No
Data Download: No

● Recording will stop and recorded data until this point will be saved.

● If at this time a new battery is placed in the unit, downloading of saved data can be done. To start recording again please set the

recording conditions via your computer or RTR-57U and begin recording. See "1. Outline"

● After changing the battery, the temperature display will return to displaying the temperature.

4. If you do not change the battery even under conditions in 3 above, the display will go blank.

● All of the recorded data will be erased.

● If at this time a new battery is placed in the unit, [CHEC] will appear on the display after which recording will begin again using

the previously set recording conditions.

■ Setting the Recording Conditions

The recording conditions include [Recording Mode], [Recording Interval], [Start
Recording Date and Time] and [Unit of Temperature]. Detailed instructions on
how to change these settings are provided in the User's Manual for either the
RTR-57U.

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Recording Mode: Select from two types of Recording Mode

ONE-TIME MODE:
When the data capacity of 16,000 readings is reached, the LCD display
will indicate [FULL] and recording will stop.
ENDLESS MODE:
When the data capacity of 16,000 readings is reached, the data will be
erased in order from the oldest data first and recording will continue.
*Below is an estimate of the amount of time it will take for the unit to
become [FULL] in the ONE-TIME MODE.
Calculation Example:
30sec (recording interval) x 16,000 readings (capacity limit) = 480,000
seconds = about 5 days and 13 hours.

Recording Interval 1 second 30 seconds 15 minutes 60 minutes

Time period

4 hours
26 min.

5 days

13 hours

166 days
16 hours

1 year 10

months

■ Starting and Stopping Recording

You can make settings to control the starting and stopping of recording.

NOTE:

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By starting a new recording, all data previously stored in the data logger unit will

be erased.

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If you want to save the data make sure to download it and save it in an RTR-

57U Unit or in your computer before starting a new recording.

4. About the LCD Display

① Recording Status. (REC)

LIT UP: displayed during recording or when FULL of data.

BLINKING: displayed when waiting for a programmed recording to start.

② Low Battery Life Warning Indicator:

Displayed when time to change the battery.

③ Unit of Temperature Measurement:

select from ℃ (Celsius) or ○F

(Fahrenheit)

④ Temperature Measurement Display

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Check

This is displayed under the following conditions: after purchasing and putting in
the batteries for the first time, if the battery terminals +/- were mistaken and a
short occurred, or if the batteries are replaced after having been taken out for
a long period. If this is displayed, all data that had been stored in the main unit
has been erased.

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Full Memory

If recording under the ONE-TIME MODE, when the data readings reach the
upper limit of 16,000 readings, recording will stop and this will be displayed
intermittently with the current temperature.

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Wireless Transmission

This will be displayed when transmitting data to an RTR-57U unit via wireless
communication.

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No Sensor Connected

Displayed when a sensor has not been connected or the wire has been broken.
Measurement and recording will continue and battery power consumed.

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Measurement Over Range

Temperature display blinks when the temperature goes below -199.9℃ or
above 600℃ . While blinking, measuring and recording still continue. However,
note that the displayed temperature should be used only as a rough guide.
When the temperature cannot be displayed, a blinking [----] sign will appear.

Note:
Use in cold environments may cause the display to be difficult to read; this is not a malfunction.
For details about the display during battery changing see: "5. Changing Batteries

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Part Names and Functions

■ Downloading Data = (Data Collection)
After downloading you can save the data into files and folders, create
graphs, make data tables, create text file format files for use with popular
spreadsheet software, and print graphs and tables.

■ Setting Upper and Lower Limits
By making upper and lower limit settings you can check your recorded data
as it is downloaded for data that exceeds the set limits.

Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-52Pt

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Place the RTR-52Pt
unit face down on the

RTR-57U

Antenna

LCD

Optical
Communication Port

Sensor Adaptor

Terminal Block

◆ Connect the Temperature Sensor

3.

Check the rubber packing for any cuts or scratches and replace the cover as it was when opened.

● Make sure no water or foreign objects get inside the case.

● If dirt or scratches are present on the rubber packing, water resistance

will be reduced.

● Be sure to fasten the cover tightly.

● Make sure not to over tighten the screws.

(Tightening Torque: About 20N-cm – 30N-cm [2kgf-cm – 3kgf-cm])

2.

Insert the battery in its tube and place in unit as in diagram.

● Make sure that + and - are correct.

1.

Remove the screws and take off the back case.

*If nothing appears on the LCD Display, please follow the above instructions again.

Sensor Jack

Sensor Adaptor

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1.

Loosen the screws of the terminal block.

2.

Connect the sensor terminals to the terminal block as

instructed in the diagram on the terminal block.

● Securely tighten the screws to the terminal block.

3.

Connect the Sensor Adaptor to the RTR-52Pt Logger's Sensor Jack.

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Make sure that the sensor is properly connected
by inserting it until you hear a clicking sound.

*The RTR-52Pt factory default sensor type is "Pt100".

In order to use a Pt1000 sensor, change the settings using the software
"T&D Recorder for Windows" that is provided with RTR-57U Data Collector Units.
(Please use the latest version of the software.)

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Front Back

● Make sure to use the proper size and type of

screwdriver. (A #1 Slo t Screwdriver is b est
compatible with these screws.)