Dickson SP100 Getting Started

SX100 & TX120 Logger Operation Contents: Product Applications and Useful Features Product Specifications Getting Started DicksonWare Software Specifications Product Accessories Frequently Asked Questions Calibrations Troubleshooting Warranty / Factory Service & Returns Order Form Product Applications & Useful Features Product Specifications Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications Troubleshooting Warranty/ Factory Service & Returns Order Form DICKSON SP100 Self Contained Temperature TX120 Temperature & Humidity TP120 Temperature & Humidity SP150 Remote K-Thermocouple Temperature SX100 Self Contained Temperature all-guide s.com

based recording. Due to their compact size, rugged design and battery power they can be placed just about anywhere. Monitor temperature or temperature and humidly with models that come equipped with either an internal sensor for reading air temperatures, or both an internal and external sensor for reading temperatures in extreme environments or hard to reach places. Product Features • 5 year battery life (SP/TP) • Stores 32,000 sample points (SP/TP) • SP150 features a remote temperature range of -238 to +2000°F (-150 to +1039°C) • Delayed start • Unit on LED indicator • Compact size, fits in the palm of your hand Other Useful Features Delayed Start Program how many Days, Hours and Minutes must expire before your unit begins logging. Real Time Monitoring Monitor and graph your process as it happens and print and save from real time screen. (This feature should be used sparingly as it causes the battery to drain quicker) Customize Graphed Data DicksonWare™ calculates Min, Max and Average of all data collected. Customize data by eliminating unnecessary data points and customize Min, Max and Average to show only desired information. Export Data A snapshot of your graph or a real-time graph of points can be easily exported to other programs such as Excel™ or PowerPoint™. Click on the features button in the software for detailed instructions on how to use above features SP100 Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

-40 to +176°F (-40 to +80°C) (non-condensing) -40 to +176°F (-40 to +80°C) (non-condensing) Internal Temp. Sensor: Digital Sensor Digital Sensor Internal Temp. Accuracy: ±1.8°F (+14 to +176°F) ±3.6°F (-40 to +14°F) ±1.8°F (+14 to +176°F) ±3.6°F (-40 to +14°F) IP Rating IP20 IP20 External Temp. Sensor: Thermocouple External Temp. Range: -238 to +2000°F (-150 to +1039°C) External Temp. Accuracy: ±1.8°F Full Range (unit only) Storage Capacity: 32,000 points 32,000 points div. x 2 Resolution: 0.1°F 0.1°F Dimensions: 3.1” x 2.1” x 0.9” (79mm x 54mm x 22mm) 3.1” x 2.1” x 0.9” (79mm x 54mm x 22mm) Minimum DicksonWare Version Required: 5.0.1.4 6.0.3.10 TP120 Operating Range (unit): -40 to +176°F (-40 to +80°C) (non-condensing) Internal Temp. Sensor: Digital Sensor Internal Temp. Accuracy: ±1.8°F (+14 to +176°F) ±3.6°F (-40 to +14°F) IP Rating IP20 R/H Sensor Type: Monolithic % R/H Accuracy: ±2% @73°F (0 to 95%) Storage Capacity: 32,000 points div. x 2 Resolution: 0.1°F / 0.1% R/H Dimensions: 3.1” x 2.1” x 0.9” (79mm x 54mm x 22mm) Minimum DicksonWare Version Required: 5.0.1.4 SX100 TX120 Operating Range (unit): -40 to +176°F (-40 to +80°C) (non-condensing) -40 to +176°F (-40 to +80°C) (non-condensing) Internal Temp. Sensor: Digital Sensor Digital Sensor Internal Temp. Accuracy: ±2.25°F (+14 to +176°F) ±2.25°F (+14 to +176°F) IP Rating IP20 IP20 R/H Sensor Type: Monolithic % R/H Accuracy: ±5% @73°F (25 to 95%) Storage Capacity: 7,680 points 7,680 points div. x 2 Resolution: 0.9°F 0.9°F / 0.9% R/H Dimensions: 3.1” x 2.1” x 0.9” (79mm x 54mm x 22mm) 3.1” x 2.1” x 0.9” (79mm x 54mm x 22mm) Minimum DicksonWare Version Required: 6.0.0.5 6.0.0.5 Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

• Connect the cable (supplied with the software) to the logger and to a working serial port on your computer. • Click the Setup button. When the setup window appears, all fields should be automatically filled in, this will confirm that DicksonWare™ has recognized the logger. Should all fields remain blank, refer to “No Communication” in the Trouble Shooting section of this manual. Once DicksonWare™ recognizes the logger, press the Clear button. This will delete all data currently stored. • The logger is now sampling and ready for use. The default sample interval is 1 minute. Verify that the indicator light is flashing every 10 seconds. You may choose to change Default settings for sample interval and start-date and time. When changing these settings, the logger will automatically go through the clear process to accept your changes. NOTE: To conserve battery life when storing unit, press the Setup button and select the shortest Sample Interval and Stop When Full in the Samples section or remove the battery for SX100, SX120, and TX models. 03030901 DicksonWare™ Software Specifications • Microsoft Windows® compatible • Allows for simple viewing and zooming of logged data • Easy set-up of Dickson Data Loggers including: • User selectable sample intervals from 10 seconds to 24 hours • Display temperature in °C or °F • Delayed logger start times • Logger data capacity can be set to wrap data or stop when full • Allow for real time monitoring and graphing. • Effortless exporting of data and graphs to other software • Data can be viewed in tabular (numeric/table) or graphical formats • Fast downloading of logged data - 30 seconds (typical) from full logger • Even shows battery power status for battery operated loggers Specifications: Compatible With: Microsoft Windows® 95, 98, 2000, NT & XP PC Requirements: PC with 386 MHz or better microprocessor, 4 M RAM, 1 free COM (serial) port, CD drive Cable Type/Length: 9 pin male D-shell to male 2.5mm stereo plug, 6’ long Computer Interface: RS-232 COM (serial) port DicksonWare™ Version Required (minimum): See Specific Model for Version Requirement Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

Software Order # DicksonWare™ Software and Serial Download Cable A015 Logger Calibration Software SW400 Calibrations NIST Traceable Calibration 3-pt (new unit) N300 NIST Traceable Calibration 1-pt (new unit) N100 A2LA Accredited Calibration 3-pt. (new unit) N400 Certificate of Validation N520 Cases Locking Wall Mount Case A715 Waterproof Pouch A713 Cables 50’ Cable - For remote connection of logger to PC X050 25’ Cable - For remote connection of logger to PC X025 Serial to USB Adapter A170 Extra 6’ Serial Download Cable A060 Frequently Asked Questions Sample Interval: The Sample Interval determines how frequently the data logger will save a reading. Using DicksonWare™ Software, the user can set a Sample Interval ranging from 10 seconds to 24 hours in 10 second increments. A temperature logger with data storage of 32,512 set at a 10 second Sample Interval will record for 3.75 days, while the same logger set at a 1 minute Sample Interval will record for 22.5 days. Data Storage: Data Storage is the number of Sample Points a data logger can hold. You will find models that range from 7,680 samples to 32,512. A temperature logger with Data Storage of 32,512 and a sample interval set at 30 seconds would record for 11.25 days, while a temperature logger with Data Storage of 7,680 and the same sample interval would record for only 2.6 days. Does it have to stay connected to a PC in order for it to work? No. Unless you’re viewing data in real-time you only connect the logger to a PC when you want to view / retrieve data. What happens when all the storage space is taken up? Do I have to throw it away? After you have downloaded the data, you simply “clear” the logger and it is ready to log more data. What happens if I leave it monitoring somewhere too long? The Data Loggers have two user selectable modes, Stop and Wrap. In Stop mode, they will quit logging data when the memory is full. In Wrap mode, the Logger will begin to overwrite the oldest data in its memory. Where can I put them? Depending on the Dickson model, just about anywhere. We have waterproof units, stainless steel models, units with probes, and units that handle extreme temperatures. Our wide selection of instruments should fit about any application. What is the biggest advantage of a Data Logger? Its data is “logged”, stored on a microchip inside the Data Logger. Data in electronic memory takes advantage of the power of a PC and software. * Store the data as you would store any document on your PC. * Retrieve archived data as easily as opening a file on your PC. * Share the data as you would any PC file, email, copy and paste. * Data can be imported into spreadsheet software and word processing documents. * Easily import data from multiple data loggers onto a single graph. How are they mounted? The smallest ones, about the size of a pager, can be wall-mounted with Velcro or simply set anywhere you need to monitor. The larger units have keyhole slots for wall mounting and can also stand on their own. Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

N100 - NIST Traceable Calibration 1-Point: Includes documentation to one Dickson pre-selected point on new units only. N300 - NIST Traceable Calibration 3-Point: Includes documentation of three Dickson pre-selected points (a high, medium, and low) on new units only. N400 - Deluxe A2LA Accredited NIST Traceable Calibration 3-Point: ISO Guide 25/A2LA Documen- tation of 3 pre-selected points of as found data before and after calibration for Dickson temperature and/or humidity instrumentation on new units only. N995 - NIST User Selected Temperature Points: Documentation of one customer specified point. Should be selected in addition to one of the above calibration options. The Importance and Benefits of Regular Calibrations Once you begin to use your precision Dickson instrumentation, regular calibrations are necessary to ensure accurate readings. The following Calibration Services are available: N150 - NIST Traceable Calibration 1-Point: Includes documentation to one Dickson pre-selected point after re-calibration. N350 - NIST Traceable Calibration 3-Point: Includes documentation of three Dickson pre-selected points (a high, medium, and low) after re-calibration. N450 - Deluxe A2LA Accredited NIST Traceable Calibration 3-Point: ISO Guide 25/A2LA Documen- tation of 3 pre-selected points of as found data before and after calibration for Dickson temperature and/or humidity instrumentation. N995 - NIST User Selected Temperature Points: Documentation of one customer specified point. Should be selected in addition to one of the above calibration options. Why should I recalibrate my instrumentation? Over time dirt, dust and normal handling can throw your precision instrumentation out of calibration. Regu- lar calibrations ensure that you receive the most accurate readings possible. How often should I recalibrate my instrumentation? Depending on the environment your instrument is used in and how often it is handled you will want to recalibrate your instrument every 6 to 12 months. Instruments in environments where there are extreme tem- peratures, wide temperature ranges, humidity or pressure variations, high condensation, dirt, dust and other debris will require calibration at least every 6 months. Instruments that are frequently moved or in locations with heavy machinery that cause vibrations should also be calibrated at least every 6 months. Why should I return my instrument to Dickson for calibration? Dickson calibrates your instrument at the factory using proprietary production/calibration software that guarantees proper calibration. Our Capabilities Dickson is the first manufacturer of humidity and temperature instrumentation to receive A2LA accreditation. We are also NIST Traceable; our procedures conform to MIS-STD-45662A, ANSI/NCSL 2540-1-1994, ISO/IEC Guide 25 and ISO10012. We are experts in the manufacture and calibration of humidity and temperature instruments. Fast Service: Our turnaround time is 3 days or less so you receive not only expert service but fast service as well. Easy: We make it easy for you! No phone calls for Return Authorization Numbers are required. We remind you when your instrument is due for calibration. You simply send in the completed Calibration Order Form with your unit for calibration with freight prepaid to Dickson. Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications all-guide s.com

higher is required for models SP100, SP120 and TP120. Version 6.0.3.10 or higher is required for model SP150. Version 6.0.0.5 or higher is required for SX100, SX120 and TX120 models. • If your SX100, SX120 or TX120 model has communicated before on the same PC, try resetting the unit by removing and reinstalling the battery. • Verify that the correct COM port is selected: From the main Dicksonware screen, click on Logger then Communication, a black dot will appear next to the selected COM port. You may need to select a different COM port. Should you get an error message stating that “device is already open”, this could mean that you have the proper COM port selected, but another device, or its’ software, has it allocated. Palm pilots, for example, will cause this problem, in which case the port is not actually “available” and you may have to disable that device. • You may need to relocate the download cable to another serial port on the back of the PC and possibly try changing the COM port again in DicksonWare. • If communication has not been established with the previous steps, you may need to open the logger and press the reset button and then try all COM port and cable combinations again. • If possible, try another PC Indicator There is a red indicator located on the front lower right corner of the unit. This indicator will flash every 10 seconds ONLY when the unit is sampling and operating properly. If the indicator is not flashing, please verify the following: • The logger memory may be full; download the data and clear the memory. • Sampling may not be activated. To start sampling clear the memory. • Condensation may have formed on the unit. Place unit in a warm dry environment for 24 hrs. • Clear memory and try again. These loggers are designed for use in a non-condensing environment. If the environment creates condensation, try placing the unit (temperature only models) in a small sealed plastic bag to protect it from condensation. Battery (SP/TP) The battery will operate the logger for 5 years at room temperature. Operation of the logger at the tem- perature extremes, in real-time mode for prolonged periods, or sample intervals of less than a minute, will significantly reduce battery life. Please contact the factory if the battery requires replacement. The battery level monitor on the “SETUP” screen displays the battery voltage and a low battery warning when replace- ment is needed Please visit: www.dicksonweb.com for complete troubleshooting guide or call (630) 543-3747 Battery Replacement (SX/TX) • Open the case by removing the screw in the back. • Remove the battery from its holder by pressing hard on the battery holder tab. Replace the battery with a Lithium CR-2032 type; +side up. • Close case with screw. NOTE: The logger will stop sampling; however, memory will not be lost when replacing battery. To start sampling again download the data and then Clear Memory. + BATTERY CR2032 3V BATTERY 3VCR2032 + PUSH TAB TO EJECT Press Here Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

normal use and service for a period of twelve months after delivery. In the event of a claim under this warranty, the product or part must be returned to the factory for repair or replacement (shipping pre-paid) with a Return Authorization Number (see Return Information above). It will be repaired at Dickson’s option without charge. This warranty DOES NOT cover routine calibration, pen, chart and battery replacement. The foregoing warranty and remedy are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties either expressed or implied. Dickson shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages resulting from failure or malfunction of its products. Dickson makes no warranty for products not manufactured by it or for any products modified by buyer, or subject to misuse or neglect. Factory Service & Returns Contact the factory (630-543-3747) for a Return Authorization (RA) Number before returning any instrument. The model number, serial number and a purchase order number will be requested before an RA number is issued. • Carefully repack the instrument, label the outside of the box with the RA# and return the instrument (freight pre-paid) to Dickson. • All instruments that do not have the RA# clearly marked on the outside of the box will be refused. When returning instruments for credit, please include all accessories in shipment. • Calibration/Freight charges are non-refundable. NOTE: Dickson shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages resulting from failure or malfunction of its products. Customer Satisfaction Dickson takes pride in providing you, the customer, with the highest quality instrumentation. We welcome the opportunity to help you in any way possible. Whether it be a question or a new idea in documentation, the Dickson Company would like to hear your response. Please call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-323-2448 or (630) 543-3747 (in Illinois). Software Return Policy IMPORTANT-Read your Software License Agreement carefully before installing software. DIckson will accept returns for replacement of defective disks and CDs only. DICKSON 930 South Westwood Avenue Addison, Illinois 60101 Phone: (630) 543-3747 • E-mail: [email protected] Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications

Step 1 - Bill To: Name Company Address City State Zip Phone ( ) – Email Step 2 - Ship To (if different than above) Name Company Address City State Zip Phone ( ) – Email Step 3 - Ordering Information Order # Quantity Price/Unit Total $ /each $ $ /each $ $ /each $ $ /each $ Subtotal: $ In Illinois, add 7.5% sales tax 4� Tax: $ � � Freight: $ All Prices in U.S. Dollars 4 Total: $ Step 4 - Payment Method Check: Check # Money Order Credit Card: Credit Card Number: Expires: (mm/yy) – – – / Signature Purchase Order: P.O.# (Net 15 days for established customers) Customer #: U.S.A. Freight Charges Total Order UPS 2nd Day UPS Next Day UPS Ground $0-100 $19 $39 $12 $101-400 $24 $50 $18 $401-700 $33 $66 $21 $701-1,000 $43 $70 $30 $1,001-1,500 $64 $89 $45 $1,501-2,000 $84 $111 $53 $2,001-over Please call Dickson Customer Service All shipments UPS 2nd day unless otherwise requested. Product Accessories & FAQs Calibrations Getting Started & DicksonWare Specifications