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Copyright 2001-2008 T&D Corporation. All rights reserved.
2009. 04 16004454310 4th Edition
User's Manual
Thank you for purchasing our product.
Carefully read this instruction manual
before using this unit.
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Notices about this User's Manual
In order to properly use this product, please carefully read this manual
before using. T&D Corporation accepts no responsibility for any
malfunction of and / or trouble with this product or with your computer
that is caused by the improper handling of this product and will deem
such trouble or malfunction as falling outside the conditions for free
repair outlined in the attached warranty.
- All rights of this User's Manual belong to T&D Corporation. It is prohibited to
use, duplicate and / or arrange a part or whole of this User's Manual
without
the permission of T&D Corporation.
- Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
USA and are binding in the USA and all other countries. Company names
and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of each
company.
Windows Vista ™ is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation USA .
-
Specifications, design and other contents outlined in this manual are subject
to change without notice.
- On screen messages in this manual may vary slightly from the actual
messages.
- Please notify the shop where you purchased this product or T&D Corporation
of any mistakes, errors or unclear explanations in this manual. T&D
Corporation accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of income
caused by the use of our product.
- 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 use of measurement results of
our unit. Please be fully aware of this before using our product.
- Some of our products, which come under the category of strategic goods in
foreign trade law, need the permission of the Japanese government to be
exported outside of Japan.
- The Warranty that comes with this Manual can not under any cicumstance
be reissued, so please keep it in a safe place.
- The Manual itself can be downloaded from our Web site:
http://www.tandd.com
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Safety Precautions and Instructions
To ensure safety obey all of the following warnings
The following items should be strictly obeyed for the safe usage of this unit,
and for protecting yourself and other people from bodily harm and/or damage
to property. Before using make sure to carefully read, understand and follow
the safety rules and precautions for our products as outlined below.
Explanation of Symbols
Explanation of Warning Symbols
WARNING
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
Denotes an important warning or caution. Inside or near the
symbol may appear another symbol giving details.
（ EX: Be careful of electrocution）
Denotes a forbidden action. Inside or near the symbol may
appear another symbol giving details.
( EX: Do not use in wet areas.)
Denotes an action that you must take. Inside or near the
symbol may appear another symbol giving details.
( EX: Unplug power plug from outlet)
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WARNING
Be sure to follow the warnings and notices about use from your PC
maker when installing and using this unit.
Do not take apart, repair or modify the main unit. Doing so may
cause fire or electrocution.
If water or a foreign body enters in this unit, turn the power off and
remove the batteries. Continued use may cause fire or electrocution.
Do not use this unit in wet or humid places, such as a bathroom.
Store RTR-57U main units, batteries and communication cables out
of the reach of children. It is dangerous to touch or swallow
batteries.
Connecting a communication cable that is connected to a PC or a
Data Logger to the telephone cable may cause fire or damage.
If any smoke or strange smells are emitted from the unit,
immediately turn the power OFF and remove the batteries.
Continued use may cause fire or electrocution.
Do not drop the unit, or expose the unit to a strong impact. If that
happens to the unit, immediately turn the power OFF and remove
the batteries. Continued use may cause fire or electrocution.
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CAUTION
This unit is not water-resistant. If the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a
clean cloth and a mild detergent.
Do not put your fingers or foreign matter into the communication
port.
Battery life depends on the kind of the batteries, measurement
environment, communication frequency, ambient temperature, and
battery quality.
Do not use batteries other than specified. Doing so may cause fire
or damage.
Do not use an AC adaptor other than specified. Doing so may lead
to fire or damage.
Battery terminals may provide insufficient contact due to age or
vibration. This may lead to data loss.
If the unit will not be used for period of time, for safety reasons
please remove the battery. If left in the unit, it may leak and lead to
malfunctioning.
Condensation may occur if the unit is moved from one environment
to another where the difference in temperature is great. Use the unit
in an environment where the ambient temperature is from 0 to 50℃
and the humidity is 90％ RH (no condensation) or less.
Be sure to follow the warnings and notices about use from your PC
maker when installing and using this unit.
To prevent damage to the unit from static electricity, remove static
electricity from your body by touching metal around you (door knob,
window frame) before touching the unit.
Static electricity may cause not only damage to the unit, but may
cause breaks in or a loss of data.
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CAUTION
Do not use the unit in places such as listed below. It may cause
electrocution, fire or have adverse effects on the unit or your PC.
- In places exposed to direct sun light.
The inside temperature of the unit will rise and may cause fire, damage or
deformation.
- In areas exposed to strong magnetic fields.
It may cause damage.
- In places exposed to water leakage.
It may cause damage or electrocution.
- In areas exposed to static electricity.
It may cause damage.
- In areas exposed to vibration.
It may cause an injury, damage, and/or insufficient contact.
- In places which are not flat.
It may lead to the unit being dropped or falling and cause injury or damage.
- In places exposed to fire or heat.
It may cause damage or a change in shape.
- In places exposed to excessive smoke, dirt and dust.
It may cause damage.
CAUTION
- RTR-57U complies with technical specifications required under
EN 301 489-3 (with battery and AC Adapter), EN 300-220-3
and EN 60950-1:2001/IEC 60950-1:2001
- Allowed to use in : A. B. D. DK. F. I. P. S. SW. UK. N. NL. CH. FIN.
PL. CZ. SK. IE. LT. LV. ML. TUR
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Before Using…
Important Notes about the Installation Procedure (for using this
product with USB communication)
Thank you for choosing T&D Products
In order to use a USB connection to communicate between this product
and a PC, it is necessary to install the application and the USB driver.
Before connecting this product to a PC with a USB cable, it is
necessary to first install the application and the USB driver.
If you use the USB cable to connect the product to a PC before
installation, the USB driver may not properly install.
If you have connected the product to a PC without first installing the
driver, please make sure to pres
s [Cancel] in the [Installation Wizard]
window when it pops up the PC screen and then disconnect the USB
cable from the product.
For more details about the proper installation procedure, see the
Software User
s Manual that accompanies [T&D Recorder for Windows
(RTR-5 EU)
].
Windows Vista
[Cancel]
Button
For other Windows Operating Systems
* The screen shot below is from Windows XP. For other Windows OS, there is also a [Cancel]
Button in the lower right of the screen. (Your screen may differ slightly if you are using a
Windows OS other than XP.)
[Cancel]
Button
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Table of Contents
Notices about this User's Manual ..............................................................i
Safety Precautions and Instructions ........................................... ii
To ensure safety obey all of the following warnings .................................ii
Explanation of Symbols ............................................................................ii
Before Using… ..........................................................................vi
About Data Collector RTR-57U .................................................
1
Outline ..................................................................................................... 1
Basic Functions ....................................................................................... 1
Contents of Package ................................................................. 4
Part Names and Functions ........................................................
5
Explanation of the Button Functions ....................................................... 5
How to Use the Operation Dial ................................................................ 6
LCD Display ............................................................................................
7
Recorded Data Displays ......................................................................... 8
Getting Ready ............................................................................ 9
Installing the Batteries. ........................................................................... 9
Switching the Power ON ......................................................................... 9
Setting the Date and Time ....................................................................
10
Communicating with the Computer ......................................... 11
For USB ................................................................................................ 11
For Serial (Use Optional Cable)
................................................................12
Communication between RTR-51A/52A/52Pt/53A, RVR-52A and
your Computer ......................................................................................
13
Communicating with the Data Logger ..................................... 14
Wireless Communication ...................................................................... 14
Optical Communication ......................................................................... 15
Via Optional Communication Cable ......................................................
15
One Remote Unit can be set up to communicate with any number
of RTR-57U Units. .................................................................................
16
Wireless Communication ......................................................... 17
Register the Data Logger Unit to be used as a Remote Unit ..................17
Recording Condition Settings ................................................................ 18
Recording Start Settings ....................................................................... 20
Forbidding Recording Start via Wireless Communication .....................
21
About Reading the Recording Settings ................................................. 21
About the Default Settings ....................................................................
22
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Downloading Recorded Data ................................................................ 22
Non-Wireless Communication ................................................. 25
How to Connect for Optical or Optional Communication Cable ............ 25
Recording Conditions Settings .............................................................. 26
About Reading the Recording Settings ................................................. 27
Recording Start Settings ....................................................................... 27
Downloading Recorded Data ................................................................ 29
Graph Display .......................................................................... 31
Event List Display ....................................................................
33
Checking Upper and Lower Limits ...........................................
35
Setting the Upper and Lower Limit Range ............................................ 35
Viewing the Results of Saved Data .......................................................
36
Remote Unit Conditions Display .............................................. 37
Searching for Remote Units ....................................................
39
Searching for Remote Units that have been additionally registered in
another RTR-57U Unit ..........................................................................
40
Monitoring ................................................................................ 41
About Monitoring Communication Time ................................................ 43
Viewing / Deleting Saved Data ................................................ 44
Viewing a Data List ............................................................................... 44
Displaying Recorded Data in Graph
or Event List ................................. 45
Deleting Selected Data ......................................................................... 46
Deleting All Data ................................................................................... 47
Radio Wave Monitor ................................................................ 48
Other Functions : Operational Settings ....................................
49
Adjusting Contrast ................................................................................. 49
Using the Backlight ...............................................................................
49
Muting the Operations Buzzer ...............................................................
49
Checking Memory .................................................................................
50
Changing Unit of Temperature .............................................................. 50
Menus at a Glance .................................................................. 51
Specifications for RTR-57U Data Collector .............................
55
Optional Accessories ............................................................... 57
Warranty .................................................................... Back Cover
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About Data Collector RTR-57U
Outline
Our revolutionary Wireless RTR-5 series is a system wherein the various
kinds of data measured and recorded by our Data Logger units (RTR51A/52A/52Pt :Temperature data, RTR-53A:Temperature and Humidity
data and RVR-52A:Voltage, Pulse, and Event data) can be transmitted to
the RTR-57U Data Collector via short wave radio communication. The
Data Collector can then be connected to your computer to enable easy
downloading and total data management. The RTR-57U Data Collector
can also be used to start recording and collect, check, and edit data on
site for any of the units in the TR-5 Series (TR-51A/52/51S/52S) and/or
the TR-7 Series (TR-71U/72U) making it unnecessary to collect the units
and take them to your computer to carry out these functions.
Basic Functions
- Wireless Data Communication Function
Our Thermo Recorder RTR-5 Series utilizes the RTR-57U to collect
recorded data from the RTR-51A/RTR-52A/RTR-52Pt/RTR-53A and
RVR-52A units via our exclusive short-wave wireless technology. The
RTR-57U also allows you to wirelessly control recording settings and start
recording, as well as other functions of the Data Loggers. Communication is
possible to a distance of up to 100m if unobstructed and direct.
Note
- If collecting data via wireless communication, it is necessary to first set up the
RTR-5 Series Units as Remote Units in your computer.
- Register up to 3,840 RTR-5 Series Units on 1 RTR-57U
RTR-57U is designed to manage the RTR-5 Series Units in groups. 1
RTR-57U Unit can be set up to manage up to 60 groups, with each group
containing up to 64 RTR-5 Series Units. If being set up via computer each
RTR-57U can also be set to handle 15 groups with each group containing
250 RTR-5 Series Units.
- Monitoring Function
With RTR-57U, you can wirelessly monitor current temperature readings of
one group of RTR-5 Series Units, with the readings being sequentially
displayed on the unit.
Note
If monitoring is carried out on a regular basis the battery life of the RTR-5 Series Units
will be shortened. For example, if the monitoring interval is set at 1 minute the battery life
will be about 4 months.
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- Easy Data Collection from a Variety of Unit Types
Data downloading can be carried out with any RTR-5 Series Unit via wireless
communication or by simply placing it face down on the communication pad
area. Data from other types of units can be downloaded via the provided
communication cable.
- Data Capacity: 256,000 Readings
The RTR-57U has a large enough capacity to collect data from 16 RTR-5
units at full capacity. If not at full capacity, the RTR-57U can collect and
manage data of up to 250 data downloading sessions.
- Graph Display
The RTR-57U gives you a high quality graph display of collected data
whether it be temperature, humidity, voltage or pulse. By using the handy
operation dial or the buttons on the front of the main unit you can easily scroll
left and right across the graph display; giving you the data you want in an
easy to check format.
- Event List Display
The event data recorded on the RVR-52A can be downloaded and instantly
displayed in an easy to read list. By using the handy operation dial or the
buttons on the front of the main unit to scroll up and down the list you can
easily check the event data.
- Radio Wave Monitor
Check the condition of radio wave transmissions.
- Handy Operation Dial
By simply moving the dial up and down you can scan the menu and make a
selection by simply pressing in on the dial.
- Monitor Temperature while Downloading
By making upper and lower limit settings on the RTR-57U you can monitor
the recorded data as it is collected for irregularities and the results will be
displayed.
If any RTR-5 Series Unit has already been set with its own upper and/or
lower limit, those values will take precedence over the values set in the
RTR-57U.
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- Manage Recording Settings without a Computer
Besides controlling the collection of data, the RTR-57U can manage various
recording settings such as: Recording Mode, Recording Interval,
Programmed Recording Settings and Immediate Record. This enables the
user to easily control various recording settings for a variety of
models
on-site without the need for a computer.
- Battery Life Warning Display
When the battery power goes low, a battery life warning will be displayed. If
the battery is not changed the unit will automatically go into sleep mode.
- Trustworthy Backup Function
If, after the battery warning display appears, the battery power goes even
lower the unit will automatically go into sleep mode. Although, in sleep
mode, the unit cannot be operated and power cannot be turned on, all data
will be safely stored without loss.
Note
- If after going into sleep mode, the battery is not changed for about 1 month (for
Ni-Cd (Nickel-Cadmium) batteries 1 day), or if the battery is left out of the main unit
for more than 2 minutes, all data will be lost.
- Over 100 Hours on 2 Alkaline Batteries
The RTR-57U takes advantage of our exclusive circuitry design to bring
over 100 operating hours worth of power on only 2 AAA alkaline batteries.
Energy efficiency is further enhanced with our Auto Power Off Function.
Note
- Battery Life varies according to type of battery, measuring environment, transmission
frequency, and ambient temperature. This estimate of battery life was based on
normal use under normal conditions using a new batteries. This is in no way or
manner a guarantee of battery life.
- Auto Power Off Function
To save battery energy the main unit will automatically be turned off when
not in use for 3 minutes.
- Backlit Display for Viewing in Dark Places
The RTR-57U comes equipped with a Backlit Display for easy viewing even
in hard to see places. The light can be switched ON/OFF in the main menu.
If set to be ON, it will light up when operation begins and automatically turn
off when operation stops for a few seconds, saving battery energy.
Note
- If an outside power source is being used, the back light function will normally be ON.
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Contents of Package
The following items are included in the package.
Collect List
Data Collector RTR-57U x 1 Software CD-ROM x 1
(T&D Recorder for Windows)
USB Communication Cable x 1
(US-15C) 1.5m
AAA Alkaline Batteries x 2
Main Unit User's Manual
and Warranty x 1
Software User's Manual x 1
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Part Names and Functions
1. Operation Dial
2. LCD Display
3. Operation Buttons
4. Optical Communication Port
5. USB cable connection jack
6. Serial Communication cable
connection jack
7. AC adapt
or connection jack
8.
Antenna
9. Battery Compartment
Collect List
1
2
3
5
6
4
8
9
7
Explanation of the Button Functions
- When downloading via wireless communication the [Select
Group] display will appear.
- Allows you to swift-scroll across data when viewing a graph
or an event list.
- Allows you to swiftly make changes to the upper and lower
limit value settings.
- The downloaded data list will be displayed.
- Allows you to swift-scroll across data when viewing a graph
or an event list.
- Allows you to swiftly make changes to the upper and lower
limit value settings.
- Switch Power ON/OFF. (See P.9)
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How to Use the Operation Dial
Press in
Move the dial up
Move the dial down
[Moving the dial up and down]
- By moving the dial up or down the arrow will move to allow you to choose
the desired item. The selected part will be displayed in an easy-to-see
inversed shade.
- When setting a numerical value, by moving the dial up the value will become
larger and by moving the dial down the value will become smaller.
[Pressing in on the dial]
- Switching the Power On (See P.9)
- You cannot switch the power OFF with the operation dial. Press in on the
<POWER> Button.
- By pressing in on the dial, you can make a desired menu selection or
complete and activate a setting.
- Keeping the dial pressed in (1.5 seconds) will activate different functions
depending on the display being viewed.
*If you keep it pressed in while viewing the graph display, you can change the display
channel.
*If you keep it pressed in while viewing a menu, a setting display, or the event list display,
you will be returned back to the main menu display.
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LCD Display
- Items marked with [ ] indicate menus for
Wireless Communication.
- When battery life goes low, a battery life
warning mark [
] will be displayed to inform
you it is time to replace the battery. (See P.9
)
- The item marked with an arrow [ ] denotes it
has been selected. If you move the operation
dial up and down, the arrow will move
accordingly and by pressing in the dial the
item selected will be activated.
- A [ ] [ ] indicates that there are more
menu items above
[ ] or below the [ ] to
view.
- After making a setting, adjust the dial to select
[OK] and press to complete the setting
procedure.
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℃
℃
- If there is no [OK] in the setting display, but a
[BACK] is displayed, adjust the arrow to [BACK]
and press it to complete the setting and take
you back to the menu display.
- When carrying out a Remote Unit search, a [ ]
mark will appear next to Group Names in which
Remote Units that can carry out wireless
communication are registered, as well as, next
to any Remote Unit name that can carry out
wireless communication.
Recorded Data Displays
C
Graph Display
T
emperature, Humidity, Voltage and Pulse Data
that has been downloaded to an RTR-57U unit
can be displayed in Graph form. See P.31 for
details about the display.
Event List Display
Event Data that has been recorded by RVR-52A
and downloaded to RTR-57U can be viewed in
a List Display. See P.33 for details about
the
display.
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Getting Ready
Installing the Batteries.
Two AAA type Alkaline, Ni-Cd, or Ni-MH (1.2V) batteries may be
used, but be sure not to mix types of batteries and to insert them in
the correct direction to align + and -.
Note
- The RTR-57U unit has no battery
recharging ability.
- If using an outside power source,
batteries are not necessary.
[About the Battery Life Warning Mark]
When battery life goes low, a battery life warning mark [ ] will be displayed
to inform you it is time to replace the battery.
If battery life goes lower, in order to save data, the main unit automatically
goes into sleep mode and cannot be turned on or operated as usual. If all
battery power disappears, all data will be lost, so be sure to change the
battery as soon as possible. Even if the battery is removed from the unit, the
data will be stored without loss for about 5 days. (If the battery had been in
the unit for more than 24 hours before removal.)
Switching the Power ON
Switch the power ON by pressing the <POWER> Button or the
Operation Dial. To switch the power OFF, press the <POWER>
Button. You cannot switch the power OFF with the Operation Dial.
[Auto Power Off Function]
If the main unit is not in use for 3 minutes, the power will be automatically
switched off in order to save battery power. If you wish to continue to use,
switch the power on again.
Note
- If using the monitoring function, the Auto Power Off function will not go into effect.
- During communication, even by pressing the <POWER> Button, it is impossible to
switch the power OFF.
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Setting the Date and Time
Note
- After purchasing this product, please be sure to use the attached software
to set the clock and date.
- The difference between your local time and GMT will automatically be
calculated and written, after which the correct time will be displayed.
- If the date and time of the RTR-57U main unit are not accurate, the starting time of
a programmed start and the recorded time of downloaded data will be different from
the actual one, so please set the date and time accurately.
- When changing the battery, the time of the main unit may become incorrect; please
check the time after every change.
1.
In the Main Menu, open [SET FUNCTIONS] and
then [Set Clock] .
2.
Setting the desired values.
(1) By moving the operation dial up and down, the
selection item of the display changes in the
order of year, month, day, hour, and minute. By
pressing the dial, the value for that item will
flash.
(2) Set to the desired value by moving the operation
dial up and down and press the dial to set that
value. Move to the next item and follow the same
procedure. (Date Form
at:MM.DD.YYYY)
3.
When settings are completed, adjust to [OK]
and press the dial to complete the setting
procedure.
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Communicating with the Computer
For direct communication with your computer to download or make
setting changes, etc... please use a USB communication cable
(provided) or the serial cable (optional).
You can transfer the registration contents from one RTR-57U to
another via the attached software. For details see the [Help] Menu in
[T&D Recorder for Windows (RTR-5 EU)] or the User's Manual that
accompanies it.
Note
- Communication with a computer cannot be carried out while a wireles
communication session is occuring
For USB
- Communication between RTR-57U and your Computer
You will need to install the USB Device Driver in order to use the
device with a USB cable and Windows. After installing, your
computer will be able to detect and recognize an RTR-57U device
that has been connected with a USB cable.
USB Cable (US-15C)
USB mini-A
To the computer
USB mini-B
To the RTR-57U
USB Cable (US-15C)
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For Serial (Use Optional Cable)
-
Communication between RTR-57U and your Computer
1.
Connect the Serial Communication Cable (TR-07C) to a serial port on
your computer.
2.
Connect the Serial Cable to the COM port on the RTR-57U.
The cable connection is a D-sub 9pin male.
Please connect to the place that has such a
symbol.
Examples of Serial Port Symbols
Note
- Be sure the connections are correct. If wrong, communication will not be possible.
- To prevent faulty contact, make sure to fully insert the communication cable until you
hear a "click" sound.
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