TRIPLETT ACDL100 True RMS AC Voltage-Current Datalogger User Manual

June 6, 2024
TRIPLETT

User Manual
ACDL100

True RMS AC Voltage/Current Datalogger


Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Triplett ACDL100 TRMS Voltage or Current 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 nd evaluation. The LCD display provides real-time data, Max/Min data and time information

Safety

Warning!
Do not attempt to make measurements of inflammable gaseous areas!
When testing a non-insulated cable, pay attention to avoid short circuits. Do not attempt to use the instrument when your hand is wet!
Do not input over range during measurements.
Never open the battery cover during measurements.
Stop using the instrument when there is any structural defect or exposed metal parts. Do not install substitute parts or make modifications on the meter.
Never replace the battery in moist areas.
Ensure the meter is disconnected and switch off before opening the battery cover to replace the battery.
Do not attempt to place the instrument in high vibration areas.
Do not expose the meter to direct sunlight, high temperature, and high moisture environment. Switch off the meter after use. Remove the AAA batteries when the meter will be stored for a period of time.
When cleaning, do not use abrasives or solvents on the meter, use a damp cloth and mild detergent only.

Description and Button Functions

  1. LCD Description Normal record mode is selecteCapture record mode is selected. Records the sinewave when the measured value exceeds the capture Detection setlevel. Auto power off setting, the meter will automatically shut off after 5mins without any button presses.
    PEAK: Average peak measure and record mode selected (about 195ms)
    REC: Recording status. After the record mode is set up by the software, press the START/STOP button for more than 4 seconds to begin recording. This icon will be displayed and indicates the meter is recording data. Press the same button again for more than 4 seconds to stop recording.
    Record until full is selected. When the memory is full, the datalogger will stop recording.
    Continuous recording is selected. When the memory is full, the data will overwrite the oldest data.
    FULL: Memory full and recording has stopped.
    Battery sign, when displayed completely the battery power is full. When there is only a frame icon displayed, the battery is exhausted and should be replaced with a new one.

  2. AC adaptor jack

  3. ON/OFF Button

  4. MAX/MIN: Press the button one time to display the MAX (maximum) reading . Press again to display the MIN (minimum) reading. A third press will exit MAX/MIN mode. The meter will automatically exit MAX/MIN mode in 10 seconds if no button is pressed

  5. CH Input Jack: Insert the current or voltage sensor to this COM to measure and record the data.

  6. PEAK HOLD: In the non-PEAK measurement mode, press the PEAK HOLD button to display the average Peak value of the present value. Press the button again to exit the PEAK display. The meter will automatically exit in 10s if no button is pressed.

  7. START/STOP: Press the START/STOP button for one time to pause data. Press again to resume. After setting the record mode, press this button for more than 4 seconds and then release it after REC is shown on the LCD. The meter will measure and record data according to the software setup.

  8. USB Port

  9. AC Current Clamp Jaw: Clamp the jaws around a single  conductor for AC current measurements to 200A

  10. Jaw Opening Trigger

  11. CH Plug

  12. AC Voltage Probes or Alligator clips

  13. Voltage module

  14. CH Plug

Operation

  1. Install 4 fresh AAA batteries or connect the AC adaptor.
  2. Set up the datalogger using the software provided.
  3. Connect the voltage test leads or the current probe to the meter and then to the AC source to be measured.
  4. Press and hold the START/STOP button for four seconds to start recording. The “REC” icon will appear in the display indicating that the recording has begun.
  5. Press and hold the START/STOP button for four seconds to stop recording. The “REC” icon will disappear from the display.
  6. Remove the probe, connect the data logger to a PC and use the supplied software to download the data.
  7. After each recording, you will need to connect to the PC and supplied software to download the data and set up for the next recording.

You, as the end-user, are legally bound ( Battery ordinance ) to return all used batteries and accumulators; disposal in the household garbage is prohibited!
You can hand over your used batteries/accumulators at collection points in your community or wherever batteries/accumulators are sold!
Disposal: Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle.
Note: If the clock does not set to the correct time, replace the 3V button battery.

Software Introduction

  1. The software can be downloaded from the Triplett Website here: Download Triplett Product Software — Triplett — Triplett Test Equipment & Tools
  2. After the software is installed, connect the data logger to the PC by the USB cable.
  3. A USB Driver installation window will pop up. Follow the directions to install the driver.

System Required:
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 10

Minimum Hardware Required:
PC or NoteBook with Pentium 90MHz or higher 32 MB RAM At least 7 MB hard disk space available to install Datalogger USB software Recommended display resolution 1024 x 768 with High Color (16 bit)

Software Operation
The Software operation is described in the HELP file located in the software suite.

**Specifications

**

Display Multi-function LCD
Maximum data
points 100,000
Channels Single channel, TRMS AC Voltage or Current
Sample rate: 1s to 24h selectable
Transient capture :>0.244mS
Analysis software:  Windows 2000/XP/ Vista/7/8
Data output: USB port
Open input: “LO” appears on the LCD indication Low battery
indication:  Empty battery symbol appears on the LCD4 AAA Batteries and 1 CR 3V memory button battery (CR2032 or equivalent
Power supply
Battery life: 5 days (approximately)
AC Adaptor: 9V, 0.5A
Standards: CCCAT III 600V
Operating
Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Operating Humidity: <70% RH
Current Clamp Jaw
opening: 12.7mm (0.5”)
Dimensions: 114 x 63 x 34mm (4.5 x 2.5 x 1.3”)
Weight: 248g (8.7oz.)

| Range|

Accuracy

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Voltage 40Hz to 1kHz| 10VAC to 600.0VAC| ±2.0%±1V
Current 50/60Hz| 10A to 200.0A| ±2.0%±1A
Peak Measurement| 8.0 to 850.0V| ±5.0%

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 that 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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