T&D RTR-71, RTR-72 User Manual

User's Manual

Carefully read and fully understand these
instructions before using this unit.

2003.2 16004094080

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Carefully read and fully understand these instructions before using this unit.
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 of the attached warranty.

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without the permission of T&D Corporation.

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Microsoft Corporation USA and are binding in the USA and all other
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registered trademarks of each company.

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Figures and illustrations in this manual may be slightly simplied and may

differ from the actual product.

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Specications, design and other contents are subject to change without

notice.

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We sincerely hope that the contents of this manual are true and

complete. If you nd any information to have been omitted, or if the
information within is confusing or mistaken, please contact your retailer
or T&D Corporation. We shall not, in any way, accept any responsibility
for the inability to use this product, nor shall we compensate for any
loss, monetary or otherwise, from the inability to use the product due to

purported mistakes, confusions or omissions in this manual.

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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.

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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.

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This User's Manual cannot be reissued, so please keep it in a safe place.

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Please carefully read this User's Manual and Free Repair Warranty.

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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 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.

When connecting or using this product, make sure to follow all
warnings and cautions set out by your computer's maker.

Do not take apart, repair or modify the main unit.
It may cause re, electrocution or damage.

If water or a foreign object enters the case, immediately cease
using it.
Contunued use may cause re, electrocution or damage.

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If water or a foreign body enters the case, immediately cease
using it .
Continued use may cause re, electrocution or damage.

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

Connecting a communication cable, that is already connected
to a computer or to a data logger, to a telephone line may
cause re or damage.

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

Do not drop or expose the unit to strong impact. If the unit
is exposed to a strong shock, please remove the batteries
immediately.　
Continued use may cause re or electrocution.

The RTR-71 / RTR-72 are devices to measure temperature
and humidity. Do not use these units for any purpose other
than temperature and humidity measurement.

This unit is not waterproof.
If the unit becomes dir ty, please wipe with an alcohol
dampened cloth.

Do not put your ngers or foreign objects into the
communication port.

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

Do not use any batteries other than CR123A.
It may cause re or damage.

Do not use any AC Adapter other than the one provided for
this unit. It may cause re or damage.

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Make sure to set up this unit as a Base Unit, Remote Unit, or
Relay Unit using the software [Wireless for Windows] (Sold
Separately)
It will not operate without doing this.

Neither the Base Unit nor a Relay Unit can measure, record,
or display data.
Only Remote Units can measure, record, and display data.

T&D accepts no responsibility for any damages or trouble
in any form that are directly or indirectly the results of using
measurements taken with this wireless data logger.

Poisonous gases and chemicals may cause the unit to
corrode. Also, poisonous substances coming in contact with
the unit may cause damage or harm to people and animals.
Please do not use the unit in environments subject to or
inuenced by poisonous gases or chemicals.

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

Please be careful to properly dispose of all used batteries
according to your local environmental rules and regulations.
Improper disposal may cause damage to our environment.

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

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Areas exposed to strong magnetic elds.

It may cause damage

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Areas exposed to static electricity.

It may cause damage.

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Areas exposed to excess vibration. It may cause injury, damage,

breakage or loss of connection.

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Areas that are uneven or not level.

It may cause the unit to fall and cause injury or damage.

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Areas exposed to direct sunlight.

It may cause the inside of the unit to become overheated and cause

re, damage, or a change in shape.

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Areas exposed to re or overheating.

It may cause damage or a change in shape.

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Areas exposed to excessive splashing water.

It may cause damage or electrocution.

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About the TR-5320, the standard temperature sensor for RTR-71

Use the sensor only within the measurable temperature range
(-60 to 155℃ ).

The sensor cable is coated with Teon®. The coating is
thin and if scratched or torn will cause a reduction in water
resistance. Please check before using.

To ensure accurate measurements, make sure to insert the
end of the sensor at least 3 cm into the object or area.

Please make sure that the external temperature sensor jack is
securely inserted into the main unit.

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This sensor cannot be used with RTR-72.

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About the TR-3220, the standard temp.&humidity sensor for RTR-72

Use the sensor only within the measurable temperature and
humidity range.
(Temperature: 0 to 50℃ , Humidity: 10 to 95%RH)

Please make sure that the external sensor jack is securely
inserted into the main unit.

The unit may give an error in humidity value if there is a rapid
change of temperature. However, the value will return to
normal after the sensor temperature stabilizes.

The Temperature/Humidity sensor cable cannot be extended.

When the sensor is not used, put it in the attached plastic bag
with a drying agent and keep it in a cool, dark place at 5 to
25℃ and 30%RH or less.

This sensor is not waterproof.

This sensor cannot be used with RTR-71.

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Handling Instruction for TR-3220 Temp. and Humidity Sensor

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The replacement period for the standard sensor is 1 year. Replace it when 1 year

has passed after opening the bag. When using the Temperature and Humidity

Sensor, the surface can become dirty and may decrease its sensitivity and

accuracy. Therefore, if the unit is being used in a dusty or smoky environment, it

may be necessary to change the sensor sooner than usual.

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When the sensor is not used, put it in the attached plastic bag with a drying

agent and keep it in a cool, dark place at 5 to 25℃ and 30%RH or less.

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Two types of sensor seals are pasted on the sensor. If the seal shows

abnormality (appears red), replace the sensor as soon as possible.

◆ Water Leakage Sensor Seal

The seal turns red in an abnormal state. This indicates that the sensor has gotten wet.

Normal

Normally will appear with

white background and black

dots.

Abnormal

Under abnormal conditions

will turn RED.

◆ Temperature Sensor Seal

This indicates that the sensor was exposed to a temperature of 60℃ or higher.

Normal

Seal is light pink with the

gure "60" slightly readable.

Abnormal

Seal turns bright red in

abnormal state and the gure

"60" is clearly displayed.

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions and Instructions------------------------ ii

Outline of Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-71/72 ------ 1

Contents of Package ------------------------------------------- 4

Outline of Part Names and Functions---------------------- 5

Installing the Battery-------------------------------------------- 8

How to Connect Sensors------------------------------------ 10

Product Specications --------------------------------------- 11

Optional Sensor Guide -------------------------------------- 13

Radio, EMC and Safety Regulations --------------------- 15

Inquiries --------------------------------------------------------- 15

Warranty --------------------------------------------------------- 16

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Outline of Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-71/72

The System

Wireless Downloading Function

Prossible to gather and manage data from a variety of places without direct
wire connnection

A revolutionary system that allows you to measure and record temperature in each
Remote Unit and by making use of wireless communication, allows you to gather
that data to your computer, where you can create and view in colorful graph form.
Communication can take place within up to 400 meters if unobstructed and clear.
(Note: This may differ with specic conditions.)

Possible to mix RTR-71 and RTR-72 in same group

The Base Unit is set up to communicate with Groups of Remote Units. One Group
can contain up to 126 Remote Units and up to 32 Groups can be registered to 1
Base Unit.

Each Thermo Recorder can be set up as you wish

Any Thermo Recorder Unit can be set up and registered to carry out any of the
three roles in the system: Base Unit, Relay Unit or Remote Unit.

Ba se Unit:

The Base Unit is directly connected to your computer and functions to send out
orders via short wave wireless communication to Remote Units, as well as gather
recorded data. Besides inserting the lithium battery, please make sure to connect
the Base Unit to a power source using the AC adapter supplied with the software
set (RTR-70). The Base Unit cannot measure, record or display temperature or
humidity.

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Relay Unit:

A Relay Unit measures and records temperature and / or humidity, and following
orders from the Base Unit communicates that data to the Base Unit. Remote
Units can be registered into groups for easy management by the Base Unit. If an
electrical outlet is nearby the AC adapter may be used in addition to the lithium
battery. Always keeping a battery in every unit will help to cut down the chances of
data loss due to power failures.

Remote Unit:

The Relay Unit is used when communication conditions between the Base Unit and
Remote Unit(s) are poor. In a group where a Relay Unit has been set up all Remote
Units registered to that group will communicate via the Relay Unit. Besides inserting
the lithium battery, please make sure to connect any Relay Unit to a power source
using the AC adapter. A Relay Unit cannot measure, record or display temperature
or humidity.

Measuring and Recording

One Unit / Two Temperature Channnels (RTR-71)

Up to 1440 readings can be recorded in each channel and the recording interval
can be selected from 8 choices (1 minute-60 minutes)

One Channel for Humidity / One Channel for Temperature (RTR-72)

Channel 1 measures temperature and Channel 2 measures humidity.

3 Month Lithium Battery Life (Remote Unit)

A Remote Unit can function for about 3 months consecutively on 1 lithium battery.
When battery power becomes low, a message to change the battery is displayed
and all recorded data is automatically saved. If power is completely lost so is the
data, so be sure to replace battery as soon as possible.

Using the Software

Gathering Data via Wireless communication

You can set up the program schedule to gather recorded data either at a set time
interval or at a set time of day. Also, when necessary you can always gather present
data.

Monitoring Temperature and Humidity

With the software you can set upper and lower limits for each channel and the
monitoring function will periodically check to see if a limit has been exceeded. If
a limit has been exceeded a warning will be displayed on your computer screen.
Settings can be made separately for each Remote Unit.

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Software [Wireless for Windows®]

The Software is made up of the following three software programs

Wireless for Windows

(Set up Program)

This is the main program and controls registration and

settings for all units as well as manages the downloading

of data via cable.

Wireless for Windows

(Control Program)

This will be placed in your Start up Menu. It will

automatically open and an icon will appear in the task

tray. It manages the Auto Downloading and Warning

Monitoring functions.

Wireless for Windows

(Graph Tools Program)

This manages the creation of graphs, data tables and

text type les as well as all printing functions.

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Contents of Package

The following items are included in the product package.

RTR-71

Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-71 Temperature Sensors TR-5320 × 2

Lithium Battery CR123A × 1 User's Manual and Warranty × 1

RTR-72

Wireless Thermo Recorder RTR-72 Temperature and Humidity Sensor TR-3220 × 1

Lithium Battery CR123A × 1 User's Manual and Warranty × 1

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Outline of Part Names and Functions

Outline of Part Names

<Main Unit RTR-71/RTR-72>

① Antenna
② Sensor Connection
③ Battery Compartment

④ LCD Display
⑤ Serial Communication Connection
⑥ AC Adapter Connection

[Temperature Sensor TR-5320]

① Thermistor
② Stainless Pipe (SUS316)
③ Cable (Teon Resin Coated)
④ Connector

[Temperature and Humidity Sensor TR-3220]

① Temp / Humidity Sensor
② Polypropylene Resin
③ Cable (Vinyl Chloride Coated)
④ Connector

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■ Main Unit LCD Display

① Recording Indicator

Displayed when recording is in progress.

② Antenna Indicator

Displayed when wireless communication is possible.

③

Displays strength of radio wave.

④

Displayed when communication in progress.

⑤

Displayed when either temperature or humidity exceeds upper or lower limit.

⑥ Battery Life Warning

Displayed when battery power becomes low. Wireless communication cannot take
place so please change battery as soon as possible.

⑦ Channel Indicator

Indicates which channel of data is being displayed.

⑧ Measurement Display Unit

Indicates the unit in which the measurement is displayed. You can change the unit
via computer. % is the measuring unit for humidity on the RTR-72 but may also be
used to indicate the radio wave strength.

⑨ Unit Indicator

Base unit will display [bASE], Relay Unit will display [rLAY] and Remote Unit will
display current readings.

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LCD Display-Other displays

◆ Units registered as a Base Unit

◆ Units registered as a Remote Unit

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◆ Units registered as a Relay Unit

◆ Unregistered Units

The display will alternate from GO

– PC – ch.1- ch.2

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Installing the Battery

[Install the Lithium battery CR123A]

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● Always put in a new battery.

● Be sure that + and - are in the correct directions.

● If the unit is being used as a Base Unit or a Relay Unit,

please connect the AC adapter as well as install the

battery CR123A to help prevent data loss in the case of

power failure.

[Battery Life]

● Even if the Battery Life Warning appears on a Remote Unit, recording will continue.

But the unit will not be able to communicate with the Base or a Relay Unit.

● If battery power is lost completely, all registration settings will remain, however, ALL

DATA WILL BE LOST.

● If the Battery Life Warning appears, change the battery as soon as possible.

A rough estimate for battery life is 3 months.

● Battery life depends on the measurement environment, communication frequency,

recording interval and battery quality.

[Battery Change Plug]

● Please use the Battery Change Plug included in the software set RTR-70 when

changing the battery.

● Do not use the battery change plug with any other Thermo Reorders other than

RTR-71 and RTR-72.

[How to Replace Batteries]

If the Battery Life Warning appears, change the battery as soon as possible. When
changing the battery please use the [Battery Change Plug] included in the software set
and follow these directions:

① Connect the Battery Change Plug to the unit (see gure 1). Check to see if the

( ) indicator is either on or ashing and that the Antenna Indicator ( ) is
off.

② Make sure that the COM mark is not ashing.

③ Change the battery (see gure 2)

NOTE: Use CR123A Battery only.

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④ Remove the Battery Change Plug. Make sure that the ( ) indicator goes off

and that the Antenna Indicator ( ) comes on in the LCD display.

＜ Figure 1 ＞ ＜ Figure 2 ＞

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Improper disposal may cause damage to our environment. Please be careful
to properly dispose of all used batteries according to your local environmental
rules and regulations.

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Helpful Hints

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● If the ( ) Indicator appears, communication will no longer be possible between

the Remote Unit and the Relay Unit or the Base Unit, but measuring and recording
will continue.

● If battery power is lost completely, all registration settings will remain so there is no

need to re-register, but ALL DATA WILL BE LOST.

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How to Connect Sensors

◆ Connecting the included sensor (Remote Unit Only)

[RTR-71]

● Insert the sensor plugs securely into the unit.

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[RTR-72]

● Insert the sensor plug securely into the unit.

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Product Specications

[RTR-71]

Measurement Channels 2 Channels (Temperature)

Measurement -60 to 155℃

Measurement Accuracy ± 0.3℃ (-20 to 80℃ )

± 0.5℃ (-40 to -20/80 to 110℃ )
± 1.0℃ (-60 to -40/110 to 155℃ )

Standard Sensors TR-5320 x 2

(Sensor with Stainless Protection)

Thermal-Constant Time In Air: Approx. 12 Sec.

In agitated water: Approx. 2 Sec.

[RTR-72]

Measurement Channels 2 Channels (One Temp. One Humidity)

Temperature Measurement Range 0 to 50℃

Humidity Measurement Range 10 to 95% RH

Temperature Measurement Accuracy ± 0.3℃

Humidity Measurement Accuracy ± 5%RH (at 25℃ and 50%RH)

Standard Sensors TR-3220 x 1

(Temperature and Humidity Sensor)

Service Life 1 year under normal conditions

[RTR-71/72]

Measurement Display Resolution 0.1℃ / 1%RH

Recording Interval 1,2,5,10,15,20,30,60 minutes /

Total of 8 choices

Data Capacity 1440 data x 2 Channels

Recording Mode Endless Method (Overwrite from the oldest

data when recording capacity is full)

Display Items Current Temperature/ Recording

Settings / Battery Life Warning / Exceed

Measurement Range Warning / Reading

Capacity / Unit of Temperature

Battery Lithium (CR123A) x 1 or AC Adapter (Sold

Separately)

Battery Life Approximately 3 months (Battery life differs

depending on measurement environment

and battery performance.)

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Data Back-up Low Battery Power

Wireless Method Special Short Wave

Transmission Range Approximately 400m

(May vary with conditions)

Dimensions H92mm x W66mm x D35mm

(Excludes antenna)

Weight Approximately 120g

(including one lithium battery)

Unit Temperature Resistance Temperature: 0 to 50℃

Humidity: Less than 90%RH

(Without dew condensation)

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Optional Sensor Guide

■ Sensor for RTR-71

TR-5106 Teon-Shielded Sensor

Possible Measurement Range: -60 to 155℃
Sensor Temperature Durability: -70 to 180℃

Cable Length: 0. 6m

Thermal-Constant Time

In Air: Approx. 15 Sec.

In agitated water: Approx. 2 Sec.

Water Resistant Ability: Splash Proof (Sensor and Cable）

TR-5101 Teon-Shielded Sensor

Possible Measurement Range: -60 to 155℃
Sensor Temperature Durability: -70 to 180℃

Cable Length: 45mm

Thermal-Constant Time

In Air: Approx. 15 Sec.

In agitated water: Approx. 2 Sec.

Water Resistant Ability: Splash Proof (Sensor and Cable）

TR-5220 Stainless Protection Sensor

Possible Measurement Range: -60 to 155℃
Sensor Temperature Durability: -70 to 180℃

Cable Length: 2m

Thermal-Constant Time

In Air: Approx. 36 Sec.

In agitated water: Approx. 7 Sec.

Water Resistant Ability: Splash Proof (Sensor and Cable）

TR-5320 Stainless Protection Sensor

Possible Measurement Range: -60 to 155℃
Sensor Temperature Durability: -70 to 180℃

Cable Length: 2m

Thermal-Constant Time

In Air: Approx. 12 Sec.

In agitated water: Approx. 2 Sec.

Water Resistant Ability: Splash Proof (Sensor and Cable）

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TR-5420 Stainless Protection Sensor

Possible Measurement Range: -60 to 155℃
Sensor Temperature Durability: -70 to 180℃

Cable Length: 2m

Thermal-Constant Time

In Air: Approx. 12 Sec

In agitated water: Approx. 2 Sec.

Water Resistant Ability: Splash Proof (Sensor and Cable）

Materials

① Thermistor ② Stainless Pipe(SUS316) ③ Teon Compaction Tube
④ Teon Resin (FEP)-Shielded

Measurement Accuracy: Average ± 0. 3℃（-20 to 80℃）
Average ± 0. 5℃（-40 to -20℃ / 80 to 110℃）
Average ± 1. 0℃（-60 to -40℃ / 110 to 155℃）

TR-2C30 Sensor Extension Cable

Cable Length: 3m

Splash Resistant

① Viny Chloride Coated Wire

CAUTION

Use only one extension cable per temperature sensor. When using an extension

cable, carry out the appropriate setting changes. When using the extension
cable there will be a +0. 3℃ at normal temperature and at -50℃ a gap of +0. 5℃

may occur.

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■ Sensor for RTR-72

TR-3220 Temperature and Humidity Sensor

Humidity Measurement Range: 10 to 95%RH

Humidity Measurement Accuracy:
5%RH (at 25℃ and 50%RH)
Temperature Measurement Range:0 to 50℃
Sensor Durability Range:-10 to 55℃

Cable Length: 2m

Service Life: 1year under normal conditions

① Temperature / Humidity Sensor
② Polypropylene resin
③ Vinyl Chloride Coated Wire

Operational Conditions: No Dew Condensation or Water Leakage / No contact

with organic solvents, solutions or gasses emitted from spoiled foods. An

extension cable cannot be used with the humidity sensor.

■ AC adapter AD-0604

Input: 230V 50Hz

Output: 6V 50mA 0.3VA

Cable length: 1.80m

Radio, EMC and Safety Regulations

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RTR-7 Series complies with technical specications required EN
301 489-3 (with battery and AC Adapter), EN 300 220-3 and EN
60950:2000.

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

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Inquiries

T&D CORPORATION

5652-169 Sasaga Matsumoto City NAGANO 399-0033 JAPAN
Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Homepage:http://www.tandd.co.jp/English

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Warranty

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 agent which sold the unit.

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 repair person 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 difculties 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:

(1) Trouble or damage was caused by careless operation, natural disaster, re,

public pollution, or use of a power source other than specied.

(2) If repair, adjustment, disassembly or modication of the unit has been carried

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

(3) Trouble or damage was caused by transportation, movement or dropping of the

unit after purchase.

(4) Failure to submit the Warranty or failure to ll 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

claried in this Warranty. Therefore, the customer's legal rights will not be limited
by this Warranty. For further information on repair and others service questions
after the termination of the warranty period, contact your dealer.