Delta OHM HD208 Mini Data Logger Instruction Manual

Delta OHM HD208 Mini Data Logger

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: HD208
• Measurement Parameters: Temperature, Relative Humidity (RH), Dew Point Temperature
• Display: LCD (optional)
• Logging Function: Manual start/stop or programmable start/stop date and time
• Alarm Thresholds: Two configurable thresholds for each measured quantity
• Data Output: PDF report with charts and CSV file
• Data Transfer: USB port (recognized as a USB flash drive)
• Power Source: 3.6V non-rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride battery (Li-SOCl2)
• Calibration: Pre-calibrated sensors, user can perform new calibration if needed
• Certification: ACCREDIA certified (upon quote)

Description

1. LCD: Displays information such as measures, date/time, alarm thresholds, and logging settings.
2. POWER LED: Briefly flashes every 10 seconds to indicate power status. Steady on when connected to PC.
3. LOG LED: Briefly flashes three times when logging starts and stops, and once every 10 seconds during logging.
4. ALARM LED: Briefly flashes every 10 seconds if any measured quantity is in alarm.
5. Temperature or Temperature/RH Fixed Probe (HD208…TV): Used for temperature or temperature/RH measurements.
6. M12 Connector for Probes with Cable (HD208…TC): Allows connection of probes with cable.
7. Internal Temperature Sensor: Built-in temperature sensor.
8. Protective Cover for USB Port: Protects the USB port from damage.
9. Mini-USB Connector: Used for connecting to PC for data transfer.
10. Temperature Fixed Probe 4.5 x 25 mm (HD208…TS): Additional temperature probe.
11. USB Port: For data transfer and charging (if applicable).
12. STOP/Scroll Button: Press briefly to change the displayed parameter or press for more than 2 seconds to manually stop logging. In models without LCD, performs only the STOP function.
13. START/MODE Button: Press briefly to change displayed information or press for more than 2 seconds to manually start logging. In models without LCD, perform only the START function.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

1. Choose a suitable location for the data logger.
2. If using a fixed probe, connect it to the corresponding port on the data logger.
3. If using probes with cables, connect them to the M12 connector on the data logger.
4. If necessary, remove the protective cover from the USB port.
5. Connect the data logger to a power source or insert the battery.

Logging

1. To start logging, press and hold the START/MODE button for more than 2 seconds. The LOG LED will flash three times to indicate logging has started.
2. To stop logging, press and hold the STOP/Scroll button for more than 2 seconds. The LOG LED will flash three times to indicate logging has stopped.
3. If using the delayed start capability, press the START/MODE button briefly to set the delay time before pressing and holding it to start logging.

Alarm Thresholds

1. Press the START/MODE button briefly to display the alarm thresholds.
2. Use the STOP/Scroll button to scroll through the displayed parameters.
3. If any measured quantity exceeds the configured parameters, the ALARM LED will flash every 10 seconds.

Data Transfer

1. Connect the data logger to a PC using the Mini-USB connector.
2. The data logger will be recognized as a USB flash drive.
3. Copy the generated PDF report and CSV file to the PC for further analysis.

Calibration

1. The sensors are pre-calibrated and do not require further calibration by the user.
2. If necessary, the user can perform a new calibration using the HD35AP-S application software.

FAQ

• Q: Can the data logger be used without an LCD?
  A: Yes, the data logger can be used without an LCD. The START/MODE and STOP/Scroll buttons will still function accordingly.

• Q: Is the battery rechargeable?
  A: No, the battery is non-rechargeable. It is a 3.6V lithium-thionyl chloride battery (Li-SOCl2).

• Q: Can the data logger be certified?
  A: Yes, all versions of the data logger can be ACCREDIA certified upon quote.

INTRODUCTION

The data loggers of the series HD208 are compact instruments for monitoring tem-perature, relative humidity (RH) and dew point temperature. Usable in a wide spectrum of applications, are available in various models:

• With 1 channel for temperature only (depending on the model, the sensor can be internal, external fixed or external with cable).
• With 1 channel for temperature and relative humidity (combined probe fixed or with cable).
• With 2 channels for temperature only (one external sensor with cable and one internal sensor).
• With 2 channels: one for temperature and relative humidity (combined probe with cable) and one for temperature only (internal sensor).

All models can be supplied with or without LCD. The logging function is extremely versatile; logging can be started and stopped manually, using the front buttons, or the start and stop date and time of acquisition can be programmed. The delayed start capability allows starting the logging with a configurable delay time after pressing the button for the manual start. For each quantity detected, two configurable alarm thresholds can alert the user if the measure exceeds the configured parameters. The instrument automatically generates, after logging, a PDF report with charts of the variables collected and a CSV file with all measurements logged. The PDF and CSV files can then be copied to the PC via the USB port, without any dedicated software: the instrument is recognized as a USB flash drive.

The basic application software HD35AP-S supplied with the instrument allows the configuration of the instrument, the real-time monitoring of the measurements and the transfer of the acquired data into a database. The connection to the PC does not require any installation of USB drivers, thereby ensuring compatibility with all versions of the Win-dows® operating system. The HD35AP-CFR21 application software option allows the use of security features of the recorded data and configuration of the instrument in response to FDA 21 CFR part 11 recommendations. Powered by a 3.6 V non-rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride battery (Li-SOCl2). The sensors are pre-calibrated and require no further calibration by the user. If necessary, the user can perform a new calibration using the HD35AP-S application software. All versions can be ACCREDIA certified, upon quote.

DESCRIPTION

1. LCD.
2. POWER LED: briefly flashes every 10 seconds to indicate that the instrument is powered. It is steady on if the instrument is connected to the PC.
3. LOG LED: briefly flashes three times when logging starts and stops, and once every 10 seconds during logging.
4. ALARM LED: briefly flashes every 10 seconds if any of the measured quantities is in alarm.
5. Temperature or temperature/RH fixed probe (HD208…TV).
6. M12 connector for probes with cable (HD208…TC).
7. Internal temperature sensor.
8. Protective cover for USB port.
9. Mini-USB connector.
10. Temperature fixed probe ∅4.5 x 25 mm (HD208…TS).
11. USB port.
12. STOP/Scroll button: by pressing it briefly, you change the parameter displayed (the parameter depends on the type of information selected with the START/MODE button); if pressed for more than 2 seconds, manually stops logging. In models without LCD, the button performs only the STOP function.
13. START/MODE button: by pressing it briefly, you change the type of information displayed (measures, date/time, alarm thresholds, logging settings); if pressed for more than 2 seconds, manually starts logging. In models without LCD, the button performs only the START function.

INSTALLATION

The case of the instrument is provided with a hole on the back to fix it to a support (screw or hook) on the wall. Insert the head of the support in the lower part of the hole (width 10 mm) and lower the instrument so that the head of the support remains wedged in the upper part of the hole (width 6 mm). Make sure that the instrument cannot accidentally come out from the support.

Alternatively, a fixed installation can be realized, using the optional HD208.13 aluminium flange to be fixed on the back of the instrument case.

BATTERY
The instrument uses a 3.6 V non-rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride (Li- SOCl2) battery AA size. To connect the battery, or to replace a dead battery with a new one, proceed as follows:

1. Unscrew the 4 screws on the back of the case and remove the back cover.
2. In case of replacement, disconnect the battery connector from the circuit board and replace the battery with a new one of the same type.
3. Connect the battery connector to the circuit board, observing the correct polarity. The connector is equipped with a polarization key that prevents the possibility of a wrong insertion of the connector.
4. Close the case by fixing the 4 rear screws (pay attention to the correct placement of the battery, not to hinder the closing of the case).

The battery symbol at the bottom left of the display lights up when the battery is low; in this case, replace the battery as soon as possible.

CONFIGURATION
The instrument parameters (date/time, logging parameters, alarm thresholds, quantities to be acquired) are configurable by connecting the instrument to a PC and using the HD35AP-S application software (please see the instructions of the software) or, alternatively, a specially designed PDF form included in the HD35AP-S software pack-age (file HD208 configuration.pdf in folder PDF/Language/Config_HD208).

The use of the PDF form must be enabled with HD35AP-S software. For the use of the PDF form, please see the HELP button in the form.

MODELS WITH LCD

In models with LCD, MODE and SCROLL buttons allow viewing a variety of information. With the MODE button (short press) you choose the type of information: measurements, date and time of the instrument, alarm thresholds, start and stop instants of programmed logging, and delay time for the manual start of logging. With the SCROLL button (short press) you navigate through the various fields of the type of information selected (see function diagram shown below). The button operation is cyclical. If you press the SCROLL button when the display shows the last of the quantities available on the display, the instrument does not return immediately to the first quantity but starts to automatically cycle through all the available quantities. Press SCROLL again to return to the permanent display of the first quantity.

If a parameter is not set, the instrument will display dashes.

ALARM SYMBOLS ON DISPLAY
In addition to the alarm LEDs, there are four alarm indications on the display; an arrow lights up in correspondence the alarms 1, 2, 3 and 4 if:

• Alarm 1: the temperature is below the lower threshold configured.
• Alarm 2: the temperature is above the upper threshold configured.
• Alarm 3: the relative humidity is below the lower threshold configured.
• Alarm 4: the relative humidity is above the upper threshold configured.

If the model measures two temperatures: the external sensor (channel 1) and the internal sensor (channel 2), alarms 1 and 2 refer to the temperature measured by the external sensor (channel 1).

ERROR MESSAGES ON DISPLAY
If a detected quantity is in error, the following indications appear on display:

• UFL: the measured value is less than the minimum measurable (Underflow).
• OFL: the measured value is greater than the maximum measurable (Overflow).

LOGGING

The start of logging can be:

• Automatic, by programming the start date and time.
• Manual, by pressing for more than 2 seconds the button START/MODE.
• Delayed: logging does not start immediately when you press the START/MODE button, but after the delay time set.

Logging stop can be automatic, by programming the stop date and time, or manually, by pressing for more than 2 seconds the STOP/Scroll button. The programmed time and the delay time are set using the HD35AP-S software or the PDF form. During logging, the LOG symbol on the display and the LOG LED flash. In case of a delayed start, during the delay time, the DELAY symbol appears on the display, indicating that the instrument is waiting to start logging.

PDF REPORT

At the end of each logging session, the data logger automatically generates a PDF report, which can then be copied to the PC via the USB port of the instrument. When generating the report, the display of the instrument shows PdF.
The report includes the graphs of the detected quantities and information about the logging session: logging start and stop time, logging interval, number of samples acquired, alarm thresholds, minimum, average and maximum of each detected quantity.

The report includes the calculation of the Mean Kinetic Temperature (MKT). The Mean Kinetic Temperature is an evaluation index of the cold chain used in the pharmaceutical field and is calculated according to the Haynes equation as a function of all the temperature measurements acquired during the logging session. The Mean Kinetic Temperature is used to evaluate temperature fluctuations experienced by a biological substance during storage or transport and corresponds to the storage temperature that, if maintained constant, produces on the biological substance the same effects of the actual temperature changes recorded in the period considered (i.e. the duration of the logging). You can set the value of the activation energy, a parameter necessary for the calculation of MKT.

The graphs are shown in grey the areas of alarm (values that exceed the thresholds set). The time required to generate the PDF file depends on the amount of data acquired and can go from a few seconds (if the amount of data acquired is limited) up to about a minute.

Note:
the PDF report is generated with the data stored in the Flash memory; the number of samples in the Flash memory may be less than the number of samples stored in the CSV file (please see the memory capacity in the specifications table).

Note:
if the ambient temperature is below zero or the battery level is low, the PDF report is not generated at the end of the logging session, but when the data logger is connected to the PC. At the end of the logging session, the “CON USB FOR PDF” mes-sage appears on the display.

The generation of the PDF report can be enabled/disabled by using the HD35AP-S application software or by holding the STOP button and then pressing the reset button located on the electronic board (above the battery connector).

CONNECTION TO THE PC

Pull out the protection of the USB output and connect the instrument to the PC by using the cable CP23. If the instrument is not logging, the PC detects it as a simple USB flash drive and appears the list of PDF and CSV files with the reports and the data of the logging sessions.

To transfer data from the internal memory of the instrument in a database on the PC, use the HD35AP-S application software following the online instructions of the software. The HD35AP-S software allows the multi-client connection to the database: it is possible to store the data in a remote database on the local network to which the PC is connected, and the data can be viewed from any PC on the network via the HD35AP-S software. During logging it is possible to connect through the HD35AP-S software and display the measurements in real-time (Monitor), but you cannot copy the PDF and CSV files in the instrument.

The connection to the PC does not require any USB driver installation.
To disconnect the instrument from the PC, use the “Safely Remove Hardware” function provided by the operating system. When the instrument is not connected to the PC, reposition into place the protective cap of the USB output.

Note:
During PDF report generation at the end of a logging session, the instrument does not respond to the PC; wait for the instrument to finish saving the PDF file.

ADVANCED SOFTWARE
The HD35AP-CFR21 option allows, in addition to the features of the basic software, the protection of recorded data and configuration of the instrument in response to FDA 21 CFR part 11 recommendations. In particular, become available:

• The traceability of activities (audit trail) performed with the software; for example, which users connected and what changes were possibly made to the configuration of the instrument.
• The management of users’ access to the instrument configuration and viewing of data in the database. Each user can be assigned a different password for using the software. There are also three levels of access (Administrator, Super-user and standard User); for each level, the allowed operations can be defined.

To activate the advanced mode, the hardware key supplied with the HD35AP-CFR21 option must be connected. The hardware key can be connected to any PC connected to the same local network of the PC in which the HD35AP-S software is installed (please see the instructions provided with the key).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Relative Humidity|
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Sensor| Capacitive
Measuring range| 0…100 %RH
Resolution| 0.1%RH
Accuracy| ± 1.5 %RH (0…85 %RH) / ± 2.5 %RH (85…100 %RH) @ T=15…35 °C

± (2 + 1.5% measure)% @ T=remaining range

Sensor operating temperature| -40…+80 °C standard / -40…+150 °C with the probe HP3517 E2 … for high temperature
Response time| T90 < 20 s (air speed 2 m/s, without filter)
Temperature drift| ±2% over the whole operating temperature range
Stability| 1% / year
Temperature|
Sensor| Pt100, Pt1000 or NTC10kW @ 25 °C depending on the model
Measuring range| NTC10k W: -40…+105 °C

Pt100/Pt1000 : -50…+300 °C

The measuring range can be limited by the operating temperature of the probe used and, in the case of an internal sensor or external fixed probe, by the maximum operating temperature of the instrument (+75 °C).

Resolution| 0.1 °C
Accuracy| NTC10k W: ± 0.3 °C in the range 0…+70 °C / ± 0.4 °C outside

Pt100/Pt1000 : class A, ± (0,15 + 0,002|t|) °C

Long term stability| 0.1 °C / year
Unit of measurement| °C or °F
Logging interval| 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30 s / 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 min
Storable quantities| According to the model:

·    Temperature: internal sensor, fixed external probe or external sensor with cable; Mean Kinetic Temperature ( MKT ) calculated; the models with two temperature channels (internal sensor and external probe with cable) store both temperatures.

·    Relative Humidity.

·    Dew Point.

·    Battery Voltage.

Memory| Flash memory with circular management or stop logging when full. The PDF report is generated with the data stored in the Flash memory and the maximum number of samples (Ns) is:

Ns =        921,600

(1 + 0.75 ´ Ng)

With Ng = number of stored quantities. Example:

  526,000 with one quantity stored (Ng=1)

  147,000 with seven quantities stored (Ng=7)

The maximum number of samples in the CSV files is instead limited only by the capacity of the 4 GB SD memory.

Alarms| Two alarm thresholds (configurable) for each measured quantity
Power supply| 3.6 V not rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride internal battery (Li-SOCl2), size AA, 2-pole Molex 5264 connector.
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Battery life| 2 years typically, with logging intervals of 30 s
PC connection| USB port with mini-USB connector
Instrument operating temperature/humidity| -40…+75 °C / 0…100 %RH non condensing
Material| ABS (with added UV filters)
Dimensions| Case: 70 x 90 x 30 mm

Size of the TV model with fixed probe: 70 x 138 x 30 mm

Protection degree| IP 64
Weight| 150 g approx.
Installation| Wall mount

INSTRUMENT STORAGE

Instrument storage conditions:

• Temperature: -25…+55 °C.
• Humidity: less than 90 %RH no condensation.
• In storage, avoid places where:
  • humidity is high;
  • the instrument is exposed to direct sun radiation;
  • the instrument is exposed to a high-temperature source;
  • high vibration levels are present;
  • the instrument may be exposed to vapour, salt and/or corrosive gas.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General safety instructions
The instrument has been manufactured and tested by the safety standard EN61010-1:2010 “Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use” and has left the factory in perfect safety technical conditions.

The instrument’s proper operation and operating safety can be ensured only if all stan-dard safety measures as well as the specific measures described in this manual are followed. The instrument’s proper operation and operating safety can be ensured only in the climatic conditions specified in this manual.

Do not use the instruments in places where there are:

• Rapid ambient temperature variations may cause condensation.
• Corrosive or flammable gases.
• Direct vibrations or shocks to the instrument.
• High-intensity electromagnetic fields, static electricity.

If the instrument is moved from a cold environment to a hot one or vice versa, the formation of condensation might cause problems in its operation. In this case, you need to wait for the instrument temperature to reach ambient temperature before op-eration.

User obligations
The instrument operator shall follow the directives and regulations below that refer to the treatment of dangerous materials:

• EEC directives on workplace safety.
• National law regulations on workplace safety.
• Accident prevention regulations.

ORDERING CODES

HD208
Datalogger for temperature or temperature/relative humidity and dew point. Optional LCD Display. Configurable measurement alarms. USB output. Powered by a 3.6 V non-rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride internal battery (Li-SOCl2). Supplied with: basic HD35AP-S software (downloadable from Delta OHM website), battery, and user manual. The USB cable CP23 and the external probe with cable must be ordered separately.

HD208

Temperature and relative humidity combined probes

HP3517
 Temperature and relative humidity combined probe. R.H. sensor measuring range: 0…100%. Temperature sensor: NTC10kΩ @ 25 °C (HP3517TC…) or Pt1000 (HP3517E2TC…). NTC10KΩ sensor measuring range: -40…+105 °C. Pt1000 sensor measuring range: -40…+150 °C. R.H. sensor operating tem-perature: -40…+80 °C standard, -40…+150 °C with E2 option. M12 4-pole (HD3517TC…) or 8-pole (HP3517E2TC…) female connector. PBT technopolymer body.

Temperature probes with NTC10kΩ @ 25 °C sensor

TP35N1
Temperature probe with NTC10KΩ sensor. Operating temperature: -20…+75 °C. Accuracy: ± 0.3 °C in the range 0…+70 °C / ± 0.4 °C outside. Dimensions: Ø 5 x 40 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

TP35N2
Temperature probe with NTC10KΩ sensor. Operating temperature: 0…+75 °C. Accuracy: ± 0.3 °C in the range 0…+70 °C / ± 0.4 °C outside. Dimensions: Ø 6 x 50 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

TP35N5
Penetration temperature probe with NTC10KΩ sensor. Operating temperature: -20…+105 °C. Accuracy: ± 0.3 °C in the range 0…+70 °C / ± 0.4 °C outside. Dimensions: Ø 4 x 100 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

Temperature probes with Pt1000 sensor

TP35.1
Temperature probe with Pt1000 1/3 DIN 4-wire sensor. Operating temperature: -50…+105 °C. Dimensions: Ø 5 x 40 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

TP35.2
Temperature probe with Pt1000 1/3 DIN 3-wire sensor. Operating temperature: 0…+70 °C. Dimensions: Ø 5 x 20 mm. Thermoplastic rubber tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

TP35.5
Temperature probe with Pt1000 1/3 DIN 3-wire sensor. Operating temperature: -40…+300 °C. Dimensions: Ø 4 x 100 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

Note: the TP35… temperature only probes with Pt1000 sensor can not be connected to the models HD208[L]17PTC.

Temperature probes with Pt100 sensor

TP35.4
Temperature probe with Pt100 1/3 DIN 4-wire sensor. Operating temperature: -50…+105 °C. Dimensions: Ø 6 x 50 mm. AISI 316 stainless steel tube. M12 4-pole female connector.

Accessories

• HD35AP-CFR21 The Advanced version of the HD35AP-S software includes, in addition to the features of the basic software, the management of the data logging system under the FDA 21 CFR part 11 recommendations.
• CP23 Direct USB connection cable with a mini-USB male connector on the instrument side and USB type A male connector on the PC side.
• HD208.13 Aluminium flange for fixing the instrument to the wall.
• HD35-BAT3 3.6 V non-rechargeable lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) battery, size AA, 2-pin Molex 5264 connector.
• HD75 Saturated solution for testing the Relative Humidity probes at 75% RH, supplied with adapter for probes diameter 14 mm thread M12×1.
• HD33 Saturated solution for testing the Relative Humidity probes at 33% RH, supplied with adapter for probes diameter 14 mm thread M12×1.
• HD11 Saturated solution for testing the Relative Humidity probes at 11% RH, supplied with adapter for probes diameter 14 mm thread M12×1.

DELTA OHM metrology laboratories LAT N° 124 are ISO/IEC 17025 accredited by ACCREDIA for Temperature, Humidity, Pressure, Photometry / Radiometry, Acoustics and Air Velocity. They can supply calibration certificates for the accredited quantities.

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Delta Ohm S.r.L. a socio unico – Via Marconi 5 – 35030 Caselle di Selvazzano – Padova – ITALY

This declaration certifies the agreement with the harmonization legislation mentioned, contained however no warranty of characteristics.

GUARANTEE

TERMS OF GUARANTEE
All DELTA OHM instruments are subject to accurate testing and are guaranteed for 24 months from the date of purchase. DELTA OHM will repair or replace free of charge the parts that, within the warranty period, shall be deemed non- efficient according to its judgement. Complete replacement is excluded and no damage claims are accepted. The DELTA OHM guarantee only covers instrument repair. The guarantee is void in case of incidental breakage during transport, negligence, misuse, or connection to a different voltage than that required for the appliance by the operator. Finally, a product repaired or tampered with by unauthorized third parties is excluded from the guarantee. The instrument shall be returned FREE OF SHIPMENT CHARGES to your dealer. The jurisdiction of Padua applies in any dispute.

The electrical and electronic equipment marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of in public landfills. According to Directive 2011/65/EU, European users of electrical and electronic equipment can return it to the dealer or manufacturer upon purchase of a new one. The illegal disposal of electrical and electronic equipment is punished with an administrative fine.

This guarantee must be sent together with the instrument to our service centre.

IMPORTANT:
Guarantee is valid only if coupon has been correctly filled in all details.

Instrument Code: HD208

• Serial Number

RENEWALS

The quality level of our instruments is the result of the constant development of the product. This may produce some differences between the information written in this manual and the instrument you have purchased. We cannot completely exclude the possibility of errors in the manual, for which we apologize. The data, images and descriptions included in this manual cannot be legally asserted. We reserve the right to make changes and corrections with no prior notice.

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• Phone +39 049 8977150
• Fax +39 049 635596
• www.deltaohm.com
• [email protected].

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