TRIPLETT RHDL60 Temperature and Humidity Datalogger User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- TRIPLETT
Table of Contents
TRIPLETT RHDL60 Temperature and Humidity Datalogger
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Triplett RHDL60 Temperature and Humidity Datalogger. With this meter, you can monitor and log data over long periods of time and then easily transfer the data to a pc for viewing and evaluation. The LCD display provides current or Max/Min temperature, humidity and time information. This device is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service.
Meter Description
- Record LED
- Alarm LED
- LCD Display
- Temperature – Humidity display selection
- MAX/MIN display selection
- Battery Compartment (rear)
- Temperature and Humidity sensors
- USB PC port (bottom)
Display Description
- Full battery symbol. Weak battery symbol.
- Replace battery when this appears. Battery life is more than 3 months.
DATE: Current date is displayed
TIME: Current time is displayed Time and Date automatically swap every 10
sec.
MAX: Maximum value during a datalogging session is displayed
MIN: Minimum value during a datalogging session is displayed
REC: Recording in progress indicator
FULL: Memory is full indicator
%RH: Humidity value is displayed
°C: Celsius temperature units
°F: Fahrenheit temperature units
Operation
The display and front panel buttons provide a means to view the status of the datalogger, observe the current Temperature or Relative Humidity and to view the MAX and MIN values recorded during a recording session. The datalogger setup conditions such as sample rate, temperature units and alarm values are programmed via the provided software. Refer to the software Help File on the disk for those procedures.
- Press the MAX/MIN button to view the recorded Max and Min values with the time they were recorded. If, while in this mode, no button is pressed for 40 seconds the display will automatically return to the real time display.
- The Time and Date display will automatically toggle every 10 seconds
- When downloading the data to the PC, “-PC-” will be displayed on the LCD. After the download is complete, the datalogger will display the last value recorded, but it will stop recording. The logger needs to be re-set from the software to begin a new recording session.
- The “REC” LED will flash at the programmed rate when the unit is datalogging.
- . Alarm function: When the measured value exceeds the programmed upper or lower limit and the LED function is selected in the software, the ALM LED will flash one time per minute.
- If “-LO-“ is displayed, the temperature and humidity sensors need attention.
- The datalogger should be placed upright when in use.
- If used in low temperature, high humidity environment, the datalogger should be placed upright in a dry area to remove any condensation before downloading the data.
- Battery life can be extended by leaving the datalogger connected to a pc.
- Disabling the REC and ALM LED’s will extend battery life.
- The LCD display will stop functioning at very low temperatures and will become active again when the unit is returned to higher temperatures.
NOTE:
The logger needs to be re-set from the software to begin a new recording
session.
Combination Lock
The logger is supplied with a wall mount case and security combination lock.
The lock is shipped with a -0-0-0- code as viewed from the side with the
alignment bar. To change the code:
- Press the release to open the lock (1)
- Using a pointed object, press IN and HOLD the locking pin on the bottom of the lock (2).
- Set the new code (3) and release the locking pin
Software Installation
This meter has the capability to connect to and communicate with a PC. Check the software download page of the website www.triplett.com for the latest version of the PC software and its operating system compatibility. Download, Unzip and install the software. Run ExtechInstaller.exe and then refer to the instructions provided in the HELP Utility within the software program.
Maintenance
WARNING:
To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the meter from any circuit and turn OFF
the meter before opening the case. Do not operate with an open case.
Battery Replacement
- Remove the green protective cover by pushing the bottom of the meter until it slides through the opening at the top.
- Remove the two Phillips head screws that secure the battery compartment at the back of the meter.
- Open the battery compartment and replace the 3.6V lithium battery observing correct polarity.
- Re-assemble the meter before use.
Safety: Please dispose of batteries responsibly; never dispose of batteries in a fire, batteries may explode or leak. If the meter is not to be used for 60 days or more, remove the battery and store separately.
Specifications
Display : Multi-function LCD
Measurement
ranges : 0 to 100% RH -40 to 158°F , -40 to 70°C
Resolution : 0.1°, 0.1RH
Maximum data : 16,350 Temperature and 16,350 Humidity
points : values
Sample rate : 1s to 24h selectable Check the software
download page of the
Analysis software : extech.com website for the latest version of the
PC software and its operating system compatibility.
Open input
indication : “LO” appears on the LCD
Low battery
indication : Empty battery symbol appears on the LCD
Power supply : 3.6V Lithium Battery
Battery life :3 months (approximately)
Operating
Temperature : -40 to 158°F, -40 to 70°C
Operating Humidity :0 to 100% R
LCD Operating
Temperature :-13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C)
Dimensions : 3.7×1.9×1.2″) (94.4×48.9×31.2mm)
Weight : 3.2oz (90.7g)
Warranty
Triplett / Jewell Instruments extends the following warranty to the original
purchaser of these goods for use. Triplett warrants to the original purchaser
for use that the products sold by it will be free from defects in workmanship
and material for a period of (1) one year from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not apply to any of our products which have been repaired or
altered by unauthorized persons in any way or purchased from unauthorized
distributors so as, in our sole judgment, to injure their stability or
reliability, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, misapplication,
negligence, accident or which have had the serial numbers altered, defaced, or
removed. Accessories, including batteries are not covered by this warranty
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References
- Extech is now on FLIR.com | Teledyne FLIR
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