MadgeTech Temp101A Temperature Data Logger User Guide

: June 15, 2024
: MADGETECH

Table of Contents

Product Overview
Installation Guide
Installing the Software
Device Operation
Battery Replacement
References
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Temp101A
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Product Overview

The Temp101A is second to none in the compact, portable and low cost data logger class. This device can measure and record ambient temperature from -40 °C to 80 °C (-40 °F to +176 °F) and is approximately the size of a matchbox which allows for easy placement even in tight spaces.
The Temp101A features a pushbutton start/stop on the device or can be configured to start and stop using the MadgeTech Data Logger Software, with the ability to schedule a delayed start up to eighteen months in advance. These features combined with the ability to store over 2,000,000 readings makes the Temp101A the ideal solution for long term temperature deployment and monitoring cycles.

Installation Guide

Installing the Interface Cable
IFC200 (sold separately) — Insert the device into a USB port. The drivers will install automatically.

Installing the Software

The Software can be downloaded from the MadgeTech website at madgetech.com. Follow the instructions provided in the Installation Wizard. Compatible with Standard Software version 2.03.06 or later and Secure Software version 4.1.3.0 or later.

Device Operation

Connecting and Starting the Data Logger

Once the software is installed and running, plug the nterface cable into the data logger.
Connect the USB end of the interface cable into an open USB port on the computer.
The device will appear in the Connected Devices list.Highlight the desired data logger.
For most applications, select Custom Start from the menu bar and choose the desired start method, reading rate and other parameters appropriate for the data logging application and click Start.
• Quick Start applies the most recent custom start options
• Batch Start is used for managing multiple loggers at once
• Real Time Start stores the dataset as it records while connected to the logger
The status of the device will change to Running, Waiting to Start or Waiting to Manual Start, depending upon your start method.
Disconnect the data logger from the interface cable and place it in the environment to measure.
Note: The device will stop recording data when the end of memory s reached or the device is stopped. At this point the device cannot be restarted until it has been re-armed by the computer.

Downloading Data from a Data Logger

Connect the logger to the interface cable.
Highlight the data logger in the Connected Devices list. Click Stop on the menu bar.
Once the data logger is stopped, with the logger highlighted, click Download. You will be prompted to name your report.
Downloading will offload and save all the recorded data to the PC.

Alarm Settings
To change the settings for the alarm:

Select Alarm Settings from the Device Menu in the MadgeTech Software. A window will appear allowing to set the high and low alarms and warning alarms.
Press Change to edit the values.
Check Enable Alarm Settings to enable the feature and check each high and low, warn and alarm box to activate it. The values can be entered in the field manually or by using the scroll bars.
Click Save to save the changes. To clear an active alarm or warn, press the Clear Alarm or Clear Warn button.
To set an alarm delay, enter the duration of time into the Alarm Delay box in which the readings can be outside of the alarm parameters.

Set Password
To password protect the device so that others cannot start, stop or reset the device:

In the Connected Devices panel, click the device desired
On the Device Tab, in the Information Group, click Properties. Or, right-click the device and select Properties in the context menu.
On the General Tab, click Set Password.
Enter and confirm the password in the box that appears, then select OK.

LED Indicators

Green LED blinks: 10 seconds to indicate logging and 15 seconds to indicate delay start mode.
Red LED blinks: 10 seconds to indicate low battery and/or memory and 1 second to indicate an alarm condition.

Multiple Start/Stop Mode Activation

To start device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the green LED will flash during this time. The device has started logging.
To stop the device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the red LED will flash during the this time.

Trigger Settings
The device has stopped logging.
The device can be programmed to only record based off user configured trigger settings.

In the Connected Devices panel, click the device desired.
On the Device Tab, in the Information Group, click Properties. Users can also right-click the device and select Properties in the context menu.
Select Trigger Settings from the Device Menu: Start Device or Identify Device and Read Status.

Note: Trigger formats are available in Window and Two Point (bi-level) mode. Window allows for one range of temperature monitoring and two point mode allows for two ranges of temperature monitoring.

Battery Replacement

Device Maintenance
Materials: Small Phillips Head Screwdriver and a Replacement Battery (LTC-7PN)

Puncture the center of the back label with the screw driver and unscrew the enclosure.
Remove the battery by pulling it perpendicular to the circuit board.
Insert the new battery into the terminals and verify it is secure.
Screw the enclosure back together securely.

Note: Be sure not to over tighten the screws or strip the threads.

Recalibration
Recalibration is recommended annually. To send devices back for calibration, visit madgetech.com.
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Product Support & Troubleshooting:

Visit our Resources online at madgetech.com/resources.
Contact our friendly Customer Support Team at 603-456-2011 or support@madgetech.com.

MadgeTech 4 Software Support:

Refer to the built-in help section of the MadgeTech 4 Software.
Download the MadgeTech 4 Software Manual at madgetech.com.
Contact our friendly Customer Support Team at 603-456-2011 or support@madgetech.com.

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