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1 Data Pack A Issued March Data Sheet Data logging/acquisition General The RS range of dataloggers consists of several instruments with widely varying specifications, allowing customers to select the appropriate model for their application. The number of channels available ranges from one to a top of the range model with 8 analogue and 5 digital channels which will accept varying voltage and current inputs and Pt 100 (3 or 4 wire) temperature sensor inputs. Gemini Dataloggers Available from Gemini are six categories of miniature, selfcontained dataloggers; each offering specific advantages to users; three different softwares and two RS-232 connection cables. All dataloggers use the same powerful, inexpensive, software package-glm (RS stock no ) to start units logging. Units are then disconnected from the computer for deployment where required. The same software is used to offload and analyse data. Some dataloggers within the range can be customised to alter the units of measurement using the Re-educator software (RS Stock no ). Full details of each software is shown under the appropriate heading below. Units to measure some parameters (for example PT100) are available in more than one range of loggers, allowing customers to choose the unit type best suited to their needs. Units maintain real time, taking the time/date from the PC used to start the logging run. Dataloggers are powered by 1 2 AA sized lithium 3.6v battery, that is user replaceable. Service packs (replacement battery, O ring seal and desiccant) for each range are available from Gemini. Logged data is stored in EEPROM - offering the advantage that recorded data is not lost, even should the power fail. Standard dataloggers offered include Temperature, Quick Reference Feature comparison table: (1) Available in minute mode only, (2) Some loggers within a specific range may have different ratings, (3) All dataloggers requiring probes are supplied with probes, (4) Tinytag Plus Shock logger does not have trigger start. Humidity and Shock, while special dataloggers are available with industry standard inputs such as ma or Counts. Additional models (including two 2-channel units) are available. For quotation please call All Gemini dataloggers offer as standard: 3 stop options (never (overwrite oldest readings first) when full or after a number of readings) Software set delayed start-can be relative [2 hours] or actual [Monday 5th 9.00am] Non-volatile memory User selectable logging interval Data available in graphical, tabular or statistical format Note: A 9 pin to 25 pin D connector adaptor is available (RS Stock no ) as are replacement batteries (RS stock no ) Dataloggers included in the standard RS range, and their individual advantages, are: Tinytalk Budget datalogger-35mm canister Tinytag Ultra Higher specification budget datalogger, specially designed case Tinytag Plus Full specification unit housed in rugged, waterproof case designed for rough handling Tinytag Plus Re-ed Full specification unit, rugged, waterproof case-designed to be reeducated. Tinytag IS Intrinsically safe rating. Rugged, waterproof case. Tinyview Plus Full specification-with the addition of a display. Range Tinytalk Tinytag Ultra Tinytag IS Tinytag Plus Tinytag Re-ed Tinyview Features Budget Higher Rugged cased unit Full specification Full specification Full specification Datalogger specification for Intrinsically unit. Rugged unit. Rugged unit with addition Budget Datalogger save applications waterproof case. waterproof case of display. Can be re-educated Alarms No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Offload while logging (1) No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Magnetic No No No Yes (4) Yes Yes Trigger Start Number of readings Case Style 35mm flip Custom designed Custom designed, Custom designed, Custom designed, Circular blue food top canister light weight yellow red, glass filled yellow, glass filled yellow, glass filled grade case with case. Integral seal plastic box with plastic box with plastic box. With integral LCD and connector cap integral connector integral connector integral connector window Rating(2) IP-20 IP-54 IP-68 IP-68 IP-68 IP-65 Re-educable Volt only No No No Yes No Display No No No No No Yes

2 Dataloggers Tinytalk 4 versions of Tinytalk, the original member of the Gemini family of loggers, are available from the catalogue. These are shown in the table below. Dataloggers in the Tinytalk range offer 1800 Readings, small size, light weight and economical cost. Units have a long battery life and are ideal for long term monitoring in air ducts, stability testing and environmental research. Tinytalk units are also widely used by schools, laboratories and Universities. Units are supplied in 35mm canisters and are connected to an RS-232 interface via a 3.5mm jack socket fitted to the PCB. The high temperature PT100 version (RS stock no ) is supplied with a detachable PT100 probe,which plugs directly into the canister via a 2.5mm jack socket. The sensor on the RH version (RS stock no ) is fitted at the end of the canister. The Volt version (RS stock no ) can be re-educated using Re-Educator software (RS stock no ). All versions are easily removed from the 35mm housing, allowing use with customised enclosures or in OEM applications. Note: When considering enclosures for specific Tinytalk applications, consideration should be given to the inertia, insulating properties and time constants. Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Resolution Accuracy Tinytalk Internal K NTC -40 to C at +/-0.2 C (0 Temperature Thermistor C 25 C to 70 C) Tinytalk Temperature PT to C at +/_1 C (0 to PT-100 C 0 C 100 C) Tinytalk RH Capacitive 0 to 95% Better than +/-4% at RH 0.5%RH 25 C Tinytalk Volt N/A mV +/-1% of /10/25 V from 0 to reading 35V Max 2.5 V Tinytag Ultra Tinytag Ultra dataloggers offer all the features customers expect to find in a Tinytag at a lower cost and in a case designed specifically to meet customers requirements. In addition to the standard features outlined above, units can be set to log in seconds or minutes, store 7900 readings and offer two software set, programmable alarm limits. When operating in Minute mode, units can be set to record minimum or maximum readings seen in the logging interval. Data can also be offloaded while the unit continues to log - giving users the facility to interrogate the unit at any point (particularly important where alarm limits are seen to have been exceeded) whilst retaining the full data trail. Tinytag Ultra RH datalogger (RS stock no ) is designed to have a fast response time and a very low temperature dependency. Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Resolution Accuracy Tinytalk Ultra Internal K NTC -40 to C at +/-0.2 C temperature Thermistor C 25 C (0 to 70 C) Tinytalk Ultra K NTC -40 to C +/-0.2 C External Thermistor C at 25 C (0 to 70 C) temperature Probe Tinytalk Ultra Capacitive 0 to 95% Better than +/-4% RH Relative humidity RH 0.5%RH at 25 C retrieved while units continue to log. All Tinytag Plus dataloggers are housed in the same style IP68 casing and once the connecting caps are correctly secured loggers (not RH units) are waterproof to 15m. The two 12-bit resolution Tinytag Plus temperature dataloggers give improved resolution and overall accuracy. Tinytag Plus shock loggers are ideally suited to use in transporting fragile or sensitive materials - from soft fruits and biscuits, to computer components and plasma screens. Fitted with a single axis accelerometer, the sensor measures 100% of shock intensity in the vertical axis, reducing to 70% of shock intensity at 90 to that axis. The case used for this version has two mounting flanges, making it easily secured in any location. Ideally, units are designed to be launched and offloaded in situ, using the Psion Workabout and Tinylink software, avoiding the recording of any extraneous impacts. Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Resolution Accuracy Tinytag Plus G 12 bit K NTC -40 to C +/-0.2 C to external temperature Thermistor C at 25 C (0 to70 C) Probe Tinytag Plus Shock Piezo 0 to 100% 0.4g 2g Electric Tinytag Plus - Re-ed These dataloggers are designed to accept Industry standard inputs and have the ability to be customised by using Reeducator software. Tinytag Plus Re-ed loggers enable users to monitor any parameter where the chosen sensor output matches the input of a datalogger from the range. Based on Tinytag Plus dataloggers and with the same range of features, loggers in this range record in mv, ma or pulses (Volt unit also available, see additional units above) and offer a very cost effective way of collecting data from a wide range of sources. To use - simply identify a sensor to measure the parameter needed, with an Industry Standard output to suit a logger in the range and match to the appropriate logger. When used in conjunction with Re-educator software it is straightforward matter to modify these loggers so that they show the correct units of measurement, title and lookup table for the parameter being monitored. Once modified, as with all other loggers in the range units are launched and offloaded using standard OTLM software. It is possible to store more than one set of parameters in each datalogger, allowing full use to the made of the unit where different areas may need to be monitored at different times. Reconnecting to Re-educator software permits users to select the preferred parameters before using the datalogger. All Re-educable loggers are supplied with connector and lead to allow for termination of external sensors. In addition, Tinytag Plus Count loggers are fitted with a divide by counter which, via Re-educator software, can be programmed from 0 to 255. This enables the pulse per interval to be raised to approx. 65,000. Note: This will cause a corresponding loss in the accuracy figure Tinytag Plus Upgraded from the original specification, Tinytag Plus loggers now store readings and, in addition to the standard features, loggers are fitted with Trigger Start option. Small, powerful, robust and easy to use, loggers from this range are the ideal choice for most professional logging applications. All have two software programmable alarm limits and, when logging in Minute mode, can have data 2

3 With the Tinytag Plus XP ma (Extra power) datalogger, users can power sensors from the datalogger. Loggers are fitted with a large internal battery providing 2.7Ah at 12V. The datalogger sends a signal to this supply to power the external sensor approximately 8 seconds prior to taking a reading to warm up the sensor. Once a reading is taken, and at all other times it is switched off, thus extending the battery life. Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Resolution Accuracy Tinytag Plus ma to ma ma ma Ohms Tinytag Plus Count Voltage 50 Hz Count Counts free or per interval digital Tinytag Plus ma 10 Ohms 50mA XP ma ma Note: Tinytag-Plus XP ma is fitted in larger case measuring mm and weighs 550g Tinytag IS Tinytag IS units comply with EEx ia IIC T4(Ta 40 C), T3(Ta 75 C) and are the choice for datalogging in hazardous areas. Versions for temperature and humidity are available. (External probe temperature version also available from Gemini - see Additional units above) The range offers all the features from the original Tinytag range (7900 readings, 2 software programmable alarms, minimum or maximum readings, offload whilst logging, etc) with the additional protection of the IS approval. Loggers are housed in red, standard IP-68 cases. Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Resolution Accuracy Tinytag IS K NTC -40 to C +/-0.2 C Temperature Thermistor C at 25 C (0 to 70 C) Tinytag IS Capacitive 0 to 100% 1%RH +/-5% RH Relative Humidity RH at 25 C Tinyview Plus Offering a clear easy-to-read display, together with all the features associated with Tinytag Plus, Tinyview Plus, is ideal where it is essential to have a constant display of current reading. Small, neat and easy to use. Designed originally for the food industry, with external materials of food grade, Tinyview Plus dataloggers are also used in many other industries. All versions Store readings and again offer all the standard features, plus two alarm limits, offload whilst logging, minimum or maximum readings, etc. Tinyview Plus temperature dataloggers have a display operating temperature range of -30 to +70 C and a best display resolution of 0.5 C. Tinyview Plus RH datalogger has been designed to offer a fast response time, very low temperature dependency, and a best display resolution of 0.5% RH. Again the display operating temperature range is -30 to +70 C Specification RS Stock Sensor Range Best Sensor number type Recording Accuracy Resolution Tinyview Plus K NTC -30 to 0.25 C +/-0.2 C Internal temperature Thermistor +50 C at 0 C (0 to 70 C) Tinyview Plus K NTC -30 to 0.25 C +/-0.2 C Temperature with Thermistor +50 C at 0 C (0 to 70 C) fixed stab probe stab probe Tinyview Plus Wide K NTC -40 to 0.35 C +/-0.2 C temperature range Thermistor +125 C at 25 C (0 to 70 C) with probe Probe Software GLM GLM Software: Windows based, used to launch, offload and analyse data from all Gemini loggers. All main functions are accessible from the toolbar. Comprehensive help file and different language options at installation. Suitable for Windows 3.1, 95, 98 or NT. True multitasking software. Start screen guides users through features available. Launch confirmation screen confirms parameters chosen (can be printed for record purposes) Quick Zoom in/out of graphical data via click & drag with mouse Precise data range with View: Zoom Range Step through data in selectable time intervals Dynamically linked Graph, Table and Statistics Export and Copy facilities. Logger Status and actual reading window Graph overlay window Psion Workabout Psion Workabout Software: Similar in functionality to the Windows software it can be used with any Workabout, Sienna, 3, 3A, 3C or 3mx, giving users the flexibility to launch and offload dataloggers in the field. Data file formats identical to OTLM, making file transfer between Psion and PC simple using Psion Package (not supplied). Launch / offload in situ Supports Print function 3 Text Fields - enables Custom certificate printing. Relaunch using existing parameters Supports all datalogger types Displays Graph / Statistics information Re-educator Re-educator: used specifically with Re-educable loggers to alter and insert new lookup tables. This enables loggers to show the correct units of measurement when connected to customer s own sensors. (i.e. ma datalogger, combined with sound meter with appropriate ma output / re-educated to show monitoring sound in db) Note: This software does not launch or offload dataloggers. See also Tinytag Plus Re-ed loggers Password protected Offload and save datalogger configurations Replace data conversion tables, property names, and units and rename the dataloggers RS-232 Communication Cables Both Tinytalk (RS Stock no ) and Tinytag/Tinyview (RS Stock no ) Cables are 1m in length and are terminated in a standard 9 way D type. Note: Cables operate with most PC s and the Psion Workabout. For other Psion cables and special computer cables please call:

4 Signalogger-PC (RS stock no ) Simplest possible solution to your multichannel logger requirements No need to open computer, the Signalogger-PC uses the standard serial port Ideal for portable applications No power supply or separate mains required Software for control, acquisition, storage and display included Selectable voltage, ma or thermistor inputs Compatible with any PC, including notebooks The Signalogger-PC is an integrated eight channel data logging system for your PC. Its simplicity and low cost contrast with its flexibility and software refinement. The Signalogger-PC is an excellent choice for all simple applications where the aim is to get to the results with the minimum of fuss and time. Because it uses a very small external hardware unit, the only work needed to be up and running is to connect the RS-232 cable to the serial port on the PC and load the software. Each input can be configured to accept either 0-4V, 4-20mA or thermistor inputs, thus offering the potential to connect directly into a wide range of application areas. The software supplied with each Signalogger-PC allows you to create graphical displays in full colour (if a colour monitor is used) and in a selection of formats. You can even display in bar graph format with programmable min and max limits for process control or gauging applications. Portable Requires no extra power supply because it uses the RS-232 port on a PC to provide the little power it needs. This means that the Signalogger-PC is ideally suited to datalogging with a portable PC in the field. Complete Supplied with all the necessary cables, software and hardware to begin work immediately. You can acquire data, store it to disk, display the results and produce printouts ready for your report without anything other than a PC. Software The menu driven software is specifically designed for ease of use whilst retaining the flexibility to optimise signal acquisition and display. Graphical chart, bargraph, statistical or tabular modes are provided so that the results can be presented in the format best suited to your needs. Signal acquisition The Signalogger-PC can sample the signals, store the results and update the display concurrently at rates from one per second to one per hour. This means that very long term recordings can be made without the need for huge memories or large disks. For instance, sampling all eight channels at once per hour, 24 hours a day for a whole month will require only 54Kbytes. Presentation There are five main modes of display: Graphical (Y-T). Plots inputs against time Selectable number of channels displayed, up to all eight Zoom into any area marked with cursors* Switch between whole record and expanded portion with one keystroke (not CGA). Graphical (X-Y). Any input can be user selected to provide X axis coordinate. All other inputs are plotted as Y coordinate values. Provides X-Y displays equivalent to Lissajou figures on a scope. Other features are as Y-T mode above. Tabular. Tabulates sample values in vertical columns with time shown in LH column. Bargraph. Real time display with each input represented by twin vertical bargraphs. One bar shows current value, the other shows exponential moving average. Software allows setting of nominal zero, + full scale, full scale, + overrange level, overrange level and averaging factor. Statistical*. Computed data relating to each channel can be displayed. The statistics are: Minimum Maximum Median Average Standard deviation Coefficient of deviation RMS Crest factor In addition, a histogram is displayed graphically showing amplitude density. Additional features Each file name, comments and notes can be tagged to each record Each input can be rescaled in engineering units with offset and multiplying factor A recall mode allows any files on disk to be recalled, displayed and printed Sampling period control from 1 second to 1 hour in 1 second increments Programmable logging inhibit band. Log data to disk only when any channel is outside preset limits Two TTL alarm outputs toggled when any channel exceeds present limits External sample trigger using any specified channel. Import/Export. The data is stored as an ASCII file. Export to standard spreadsheets and engineering/technical packages is straightforward. Similarly, data can be imported and displayed. Hardware Inputs Eight single ended input channels. All commoned to computer 0V. Any channel can be enabled or inhibited as required. Input range Internally selectable per channel 0-5 V0-1V 0-20mA Thermistor Resolution 5mV 1mV 20µA 0.3 C Impedance 410kΩ 1MΩ 47Ω Protection 100V 50V 100mA 10V 4

5 Interval between readings Selectable from 1 second to 1 hour or on demand (Ext. trig or space bar) Logging duration Settable from software Sampling skew 400µsec worst case max. Data transfer RS baud Supply From RS-232 port Comms link Selectable, com 1 or com 2 Outputs 2 TTL outputs: Overrange and underrange Software Data Stored to disk as ASCII file Data file size Approx. 9 bytes per record, including file management overhead Markers Markers can be added to record whilst recording Display Each display mode may be used concurrently with recording. Graphical Plot against time or selected channel as horizontal axis Programmable scaling factors for each channel, including zero offset Cursor controlled zoom window* Tabular Time and recorded values displayed as vertical columns Bargraph Twin vertical bars represent current input and exponential average values for each channel. User specified nominal zero, full scale, upper and lower limits and averaging factor Statistics* Computes and displays the following for each channel; Min, Max, Average, Median, RMS, Crest factor, Std deviation, Coef. of Deviation. In addition, a histogram of magnitude density can be displayed for each channel File size No limit other than computer hardware Data output Tabular, graphical or statistical output to screen. Portions of the graphical output may be marked for output to dot matrix compatible printer. Data may be output to standard spreadsheets, technical /mathematical packages or databases for further processing. Physical: Size 115 x 200 x 31mm Weight 350g including RS-232 cable Input and output connections Detachable terminal block System requirements The minimum system is any PC with a hard or floppy disk. For graphics display EGA, VGA or Hercules is preferred. A colour monitor is an advantage. *Recall mode only. Hybrid datalogger/chart recorder Tracker T & T and accessories RS stock nos , & The tracker 3000 is a hybrid datalogger which can be used to solve a wide variety of data acquisition and display problems and may be used in five distinct configurations for a multiplicity of applications. As a datalogger Used as a stand alone datalogger the 3000 can store up to 40,000 readings in internal memory battery powered for up to 30 days. Set up and configuration is accomplished via front panel switches and an 80 character 2 line LCD display by menu. The front panel can be disabled and enabled by the user to prevent unauthorised access. Features 8 analogue 5 digital inputs 2 alarms/channel, 3 alarm outputs Battery backed real time clock User scalable engineering units Power fail recovery without data loss Selectable speed, max. 4 readings/channel/second. As a chart recorder Corrected to a standard centronics printer the datalogger imitates a chart recorder, with colour printing (depending on the printer selected) and prints its own graticule so that standard printer paper can be used. Features Individual channel scaling and identification Selectable chart speed Change of speed on alarm Time and digital status printed Colour or black and white trace (if available on printer) Change of colour on alarm (if available on printer). As a PC front end The 3000 can be attached to a PC allowing full configuration and control, using software RS stock nos A printer can be attached at the same time to give a chart recorder display. Features Full configuration from screen Configuration storage and recall from disk Data archive to named file Optional screen display of data Spreadsheet or compact data archive. 5

6 Tracker 3000 datalogger Inputs Analogue 8 or 16 differential Type Individually configurable for each channel dc volts ±0 to 100mV ±0 to 1V ±0 to 10V Current 0-20mA 4-20mA PRT Pt or 4 wire Inputs digital 5 Input 1 Printer stop/start Input 2 Serial data start/stop Inputs 3, 4, 5 Event marker (on printed chart and serial data) Outputs digital 3 3 TTL outputs Any output can be assigned from any alarm or alarms Max. 24mA per output Measurement speed User selectable 2 speeds available Accuracy(at 23 ) 0.1% on 0 to 10V input 0.3% all other types Pt 100 excitation 0.25mA Scaling User configurable each channel Alarms 2 per channel high/high high/low low/high Power 115 or 230Vac ±15% 50/60Hz Dimensions H 55mm W 345mm D 230mm Weight 1.5kg Pico PC based data acquisition A range of easy to use PC based data acquisition products. The units simply plug into the parallel or serial port of a PC (desktop or laptop) and require no power supply. Replacing costly chart recorders and complicated plug in data acquisition boards, these PC based instruments allow your computer to display and record voltages. By connecting suitable sensors they can be used to measure temperature, pressure, humidity, light, resistance, current, power, speed, vibration and other signals. General features for all units Easy to install and use - up and running in minutes Supplied with PicoLog data logging software and in addition the parallel port products are also supplied with Picoscope software which works as an oscilloscope, spectrum analyser and multimeter. PicoLog software can collect data at rates from 100 per second to once per hour and up to 1 million samples can be collected. PicoLog offers automatic repeat and delayed start options for data collection. Data can be displayed in both graphical or spreadsheet format both during and after collection. Programmable alarm limits can be set for each channel. Advanced scaling options (linear, equation, table lookup) enable reading to be converted into standard engineering units. PicoLog can collect data from multiple converters at the same time. This not only allows a mix of these voltage input units to be used on the same PC, but also allows other PC based instruments such as the TC-08 (temperature measurement) and the ADC200 oscilloscope to be used at the same time. For users who wish to write their own software, drivers and examples are included for C, Pascal, Delphi, Visual Basic and Labview. A macro is also included that allows data to be collected directly into a Excel spreadsheet. Windows (3.1x,95/98,NT) and DOS software supplied.software supports English, French, German and Swedish. ADC-10/12 Single Channel, Low Cost RS stock nos and The ADC-10 and ADC-12 are low cost units that provide your PC with a single analog input. The ADC-10 has 8-bit resolution, whilst the ADC-12 has 12-bit resolution making it more suitable for detecting small signal changes. Low cost No power supply required Compact design Data Logging and oscilloscope software included Technical Specification No of channels 1 Input range 0 to 5V ADC-10 resolution 8-bit (20mV/Isb) ADC-12 resolution 12-bit (1.2mV/Isb) Sampling rate 15kHz Accuracy 1% Overload protection±30v Input impedance 200K Input connector BNC Output connector D25 to PC parallel port ADC-11 RS stock no The ADC-11 provides 11 channels of analog input in a case slightly larger than a matchbox. Please note that the ADC-11 is not compatible with Pico signal conditioning modules. Large number of channels Compact design Digital output for control purposes/alarm functions, in addition this output can also be used to power sensors such as thermistors. Data Logging software included No of channels 11 (ADC-11) Outputs 1 (digital) Resolution 10-bit (2.4mV/Isb) Input range 0 to 2.5V Overload protection ±30V Sampling rate 10kHz Accuracy 1% Input impedance >1M Input connector D25 female Output connector D25 male to PC parallel port 6

7 ADC-16 High resolution, high accuracy RS stock no The ADC16 has a high (16-bits + sign) resolution making it capable of detecting signal changes as small as 40uV. High resolution No power supply required Compact design Pairs of channels can be used differentially to reject noise Reference outputs can be used to directly power sensors. Data logging software included Input channels 8 Outputs 2 (fixed ±5V references) Resolution 16-bit + sign (40uV/LSB) Input range ±2.5V Overload protection ±30V Sampling rate 1Hz Accuracy 0.1% Input impedance 1M Input connector D25 female Output connector D9 male to PC serial port (cable and D25 adaptor included) Pico temperature and humidity loggers A range of easy to use PC based temperature and humidity loggers. The units simply plug into the serial port of a PC and require no power supply. The TC-08 accepts up to 8 thermocouples whilst the RH02 uses internal sensors to measure both temperature and humidity. All are supplied with PicoLog data logging software, a macro that allows data to be collected directly into Excel and drivers/examples for users who wish to write their own software. (See Pico PC based data acquisition for more details). Easy to install and use - up and running in minutes Windows (3.1x,95/98,NT) and DOS software supplied. Waveforms can be saved, printed, faxed or from your PC Uses PC monitor to give large colour display, ideal for education and training Save multiple setups for different tests and experiments Programmable alarm limits can be set for each channel Can be used with desktop or laptop PC s For users who wish to write their own software, drivers and examples are included for C, Pascal, Delphi, Visual Basic and Labview and Excel. TC-08 thermocouple to PC converter RS stock no Records up to 8 thermocouples Wide temperature range (-270 C to C) High resolution (0.025 C) Works with all popular thermocouple types No power supply required The TC-08 is a 8 channel thermocouple to PC interface, it can measure the full range of temperature from -270 C to +1800C and works with all popular thermocouple types (B,E,J,K,N,R,S,T). There is also a 60mV range which can be used for other types of sensor. The TC-08 is very easy to use - just plug into the serial port of your computer, connect a thermocouple and you are ready to measure temperatures. If more than 8 channels are required, the supplied Picolog software allows more than one TC-08 (or other Pico data acquisition device) to be connected to the same PC. No. of input channels 8 Accuracy ±0.3% (±0.5C) Conversion time 1500ms for calibration + 800ms per active channel Overload protection + -10V Input connectors Miniature thermocouple Output connector D9 female to serial port (cable and D25 adaptor included) RH-02 Temperature and humidity to PC converter RS stock no Records temperature and humidity High accuracy No sensors required No power supply required The Pico RH-02 allows temperature and humidity to be measured and recorded on a PC. Unlike most instruments that measure humidity it uses built in sensors that are calibrated to give highly accurate measurements. The RH02 is very easy to use, just plug into the serial port of your PC and you are ready to take measurements. It is supplied with PicoLog data logging software and software drivers for users who wish to write their own software. Humidity Temperature Range 0 to 100% -40 C to +70 C Accuracy 2% 0.2 C (0 to 70 C) Conversion time 2 seconds Humidity response time Approx. 1 min Output connector D9 female to serial port (cable and D25 adaptor included) Pico Enviromon stand alone data logger RS stock no Enviromon is an extremely versatile and expandable data logging and alarm system. It is ideal for the real time monitoring of a wide range of parameters such as temperature, humidity, pressure, current and light levels. Data can be viewed on the built in display or downloaded to a PC or printer. Enviromon is an ideal system to warn when readings go outside preset limits. The logger has an internal audible alarm, optional remote alarms, relay units and telephone diallers are also available. Easy to install and simple to use. Works on a network principle so that converters and sensors can be 400m away from the logger. Connections are made using telephone style cable and connectors. Can be expanded from 1 to 30 channels Logger is mains powered with battery backup in case of mains failure Display on logger shows current readings and alarm conditions. Supplied with DOS and Windows (3.1x,95/98,NT) software for configuration, download, storage and display of data. Logger can operate stand alone or can be connected to a printer, modem or a computer. Alarm warns if readings are out of range, for example when monitoring frozen/chilled foods. Max./min. limits can be set for each channel. 7

8 Logger has internal alarm (55dB) and an optional remote alarm (65dB) can be connected to any point on the network. Alternatively the alarm relay can be used to switch on/off electrical circuits (e.g. warning lamp or siren). Compatible with Pico signal conditioning to interface to a wide range of sensors (PT100, current clamps, load cells etc.) Enviromon logger Sampling rate 1 to 60 minutes Max. readings 15,000 total Internal alarm 55dB PC connection Serial port Power 12Vd.c. (mains adaptor supplied) Backup battery 4 x AA cells (not supplied) Temperature converters and sensors Range -55 to 105C Accuracy ±0.3C (-20C to +40C) Power Powered by network Sensor enclosure Food grade stainless steel on a 5m lead 50mm x 8mm Humidity and temperature convertor/sensor Humidity range 0 to 100% (non condensing) Temp. range -20 to +85C Accuracy ±0.2.C (temp) 2% (humidity) Power Powered by network Alarm relay Contact rating 240V/0.2A Enclosure IP65 rated Dr DAQ Environmental Data Logger Pico Technology DrDAQ represents a breakthrough in data logging. Simply plug DrDAQ into the parallel port of any PC, run the supplied software and you are ready to collect and display data. Everything required is supplied, DrDAQ uses power from the PC so no batteries are required. DrDAQ is an ideal tool for engineers or can be at the heart of hundreds of educational science experiments. As well as the built in sensors, DrDAQ has two sockets for external sensors. When a sensor is plugged in, the software detects it and automatically scales readings. For example if a temperature sensor is plugged in readings are displayed in C. Details are provided to allow users to develop their own sensors. Very low cost data logger. Built in sensors for light, sound and temperature. Sockets for external sensors. Measures ph - just plug in any standard electrode. Use DrDAQ to capture fast signals (e.g. sound waveforms). Output for control experiments. Simple plug into your PC and measure. PicLog (data logging) and PicScope (oscilloscope and spectrum analyser) software included. DrDAQ Built-in Sensors Temperature is sensed using a precision thermistor. it can measure over the range 0 to 70 C with a resolution of 0.1 C (at 25 C). The light sensor is designed for measuring ambient light levels. It has a fast response so can also be used to measure the flicker of lights or computer monitors. The internal microphone measures both sound level and sound waveforms. Sound level is A law weighted to match the response of the human ear and can be measured over the range 55 to 100dBA. Sound waveforms can be displayed in both the time (oscilloscope) and frequency (spectrum analyser) domain. Voltage (0 to 5V) and resistance (0 to 1MΩ) can be measured using the screw terminal connectors. A digital output and a LED are also provided for control/alarm purposes. These can be set on/off using threshold limits on any channel. DrDAQ data Logger and Software (RS stock no ) DrDAQ is supplied with two software packages, PicoLog and PicoScope. PicoLog allows DrDAQ to be used as an advanced datalogger over long periods of time. With PicoScope software rapidly changing signals can be analysed. For example using the internal microphone and PicoScope s trigger functions it is easy to display both the sound waveform and spectrum of a drum beat. PicoScope and Picolog are compatible with any PC running Windows 3.1x, 95/98/Me or NT/2000. DrDAQ is also supplied with an educational library of science experiments. Full details of the software supplied with DrDAQ can be found at From this web site demo versions and upgrades of the software can also be downloaded. DrDAQ full kit: (RS stock no ) Includes DrDAQ logger & software, x 2 external temperature sensors, 1 x ph electrode, 1 x humidity sensor and 1 x Reed switch. DrDAQ External Temperature Sensor (RS stock no ) A high accuracy general purpose temperature sensor with a metre lead. Suitable for air, surface or liquid measurements. DrDAQ External ph Electrode (RS stock no ) A robust epoxy bodied ph electrode ideal for educational use. It covers the full 0 to 14pH range. Body size is 12 x 120mm. Operating temperature range is 0 to 60 C. DrDAQ External Humidity Sensor (RS stock no ) This sensor is designed for the cost effective measurement of relative humidity. When plugged into one of the external sensor sockets on DrDAQ (using the supplied cable) readings can be displayed in % RH. The sensor has a response time of 60 seconds and can operate over a 0 to +60C temperature range. 8

9 DrDAQ Reed Switch (RS stock no ) The reed switch sensor can be used to detect the presence of a magnetic field such as from a bar magnet or an electromagnet. Alternatively, a simple external switch can be wired to the internal screw terminals. Uses include an alternative to a light gate for timing applications. The maximum response time is 2ms. Sensor Range Resolution Accuracy PH 0 to pH calibration dependent Temp -10 to 0.1 C(@ 0.3 C(@ +150 C 25 C) 25 C) Humidity 20 to 90% 0.2% ±10% Reed switch 0% = open - - Picoscope (supplied with ADC 10, 11 and 12) Virtual instrument software. Storage oscilloscope with trigger and timebase. Traces can be printed and saved. Multiple meters on screen. Real time spectrum analysis. Picolog (supplied with the ADC 16, available as an optional extra with the ADC 10, 11 and 12) Collects samples from 1 per ms to 1 per day, analyses and displays data. Records average, min/max or scaled values (linear, equation or table look up). Displays reports during and after data collection. Monitors (with min/max alarms), y- t graphs, x-y graphs. Text reports can be displayed, printed or exported. Typical application ADC-10 ADC-11 ADC-12 ADC-16 Oscilloscope Volt meter Spectrum analyser Audio sampling Chart recorder emulation Temperature measurement Pressure measurement Chromatography Automotive monitoring Medical research Education Data logging/acquisition EasyLog Data Loggers RS stock nos : EL-1 8 Bit : EL-2-8 Bit : EL-1-12 Bit : EL-2-12 Bit Simple or sophisticated data logging with the minimum of cost and complexity. The EasyLog family of data logging hardware and control software gives users the choice of 8 and 12 bit accuracy & resolution; stand-alone units or panel mounting and the power of a multi-function microcomputer. The EasyLog family includes four versatile modules easily configured to measure, display and record voltage, current, humidity, ph and temperature with the addition of an appropriate sensor. Each data logger in the range includes: A high contrast LCD 3 year battery life A sample rate between 5 seconds and 12 hours The ability to store up to 8000 readings A variety of alarm modes Delayed, automatic or push-to-start mode Panel Mounting or Stand-Alone Unit Designed for both panel mounting (EL-1) and as a standalone unit (EL-2 ). EL-1: Panel Mounting EL-2: Cased Portable Panel mounting units with screw terminal sensor connection Stand-alone units with phono socket (8 bit) and 4- way socket (12 bit) 8 and 12 Bit Resolution The EasyLog family has been designed with total flexibility in mind. To that end, both 8 and 12 bit versions are available for panel mounting (EL-1 range) and as a stand-alone unit (EL-2 range). 8 Bit Resolution: Accepts K type thermocouples, capacitive humidity sensors, ph probe with internal interface, d.c. current, (via 1 /6W shunt), d.c. voltage and can be used as a pulse counter. 12 Bit Resolution: Accepts direct sensor inputs: temperature (Pt100), d.c. voltage (3 ranges), d.c. current (via the addition of a shunt), 4-20mA current loop, a.c. current (via a suitable current transformer). Technical Specification Serial Link 8 pin mini-din Sample Rate 5 seconds to 12 hours Samples 8064 Battery 3.6V 1/2 AA Lithium (supplied) EL-1 & EL-2 8 Bit Range Resolution Accuracy Temperature EL-1 only -25 C to +200 C 1 C ±1 C EL-2 only -10 C to +30 C 1 C ±1 C (internal sensor) -25 C to +200 C 1 C ±1 C (external sensor) Humidity 5 to 95% RH 1% sensor dependent ph 0-14pH Resolution: 0.1pH (sensor dependent) 0.1pH (sensor dependent) Voltage 0 to 2V d.c. 0.01V ±1% 0 to 20V d.c. 0.1V ±1% Current 0 to 2A 0.01A ±1% Counting 255/period 1 unit n/a Frequency 40 to 400Hz n/a ±2Hz Serial Link 8 pin mini DIN EL-1 and EL-2 12 Bit Temp.Low Range -200 to +200 C 0.1 C ±0.5 C Temp.High Range -200 to +850 C 0.1 C ±1 C Voltage - d.c. 0 to ±200mV 100uV 0 to ±2V 1mV ±0.05% 0 to ±20V 10mV ±0.05% Current - d.c. 4 to 20mA 16A ±0.1% 9

10 Windows Compatible Software RS stock nos : Software/PC Cable : Daisy Chain Cable Windows compatible software has been developed to configure each data logging display module and to produce on-screen graphics. Easy to install on a Windows 3.1 or 95 platform, the control software also allows up to 8 loggers per PC to be operated as a network with the simple addition of a daisy chain cable. EasyLog Lite can be stand-alone data logging solution or be permanently connected to a system. The module has a 3.5 digit LCD, non-volatile memory of up to 8000 readings and a 3.6V long-life lithium battery. Control software for logger configuration & graphing results. EasyLog Software Key Features Up to 8 Easylog loggers to be daisy-chained together. Real time display of up to 8 loggers on PC screen. Graphical histogram/zoom options using Windows. Real time taken from PC clock which remains active when PC is removed. PC can be re-introduced after programming to retrieve data. Autocue prompting for ease of use. Mimic mode allowing remote indication on PC Extensive graphing facilities. Data to be exported into Excel and other popular spreadsheet packages. Miniature Free Standing Data Logger - EasyLog Lite RS stock nos : EasyLog Lite : software/pc cable A temperature only data logging module, the EasyLog Lite features an on-board temperature sensor, allowing it to measure, display, record and control ambient temperature. Supplied with a clear protective container, this module is totally self contained and is ideally suited to applications in a wide range of environmental and workplace monitoring systems. EasyLog Lite is configured using Windows compatible control software. Data stored in the module can be saved and graphically presented using the software s graphing feature or easily exported to popular spreadsheets. EasyLog Lite provided in a splash proof case for extra protection. Special Features Fully self contained data logging systems. On-board temperature system. Sample rates from 5 seconds to 12 hours. Sophisticated graphing and zoom functions using Windows. Records up to 8064 readings. Alarm indicator and outputs. On-board lithium battery. Readings safely stored in non-volatile memory. Technical Specification Range -10 C to +50 C Resolution 1 C Accuracy ±1 C Battery 3.6V _AA Lithium Serial Link 3.5mm jack to 9-way D-Type Samples up to 8064 Sample Rate 5 seconds to 12 hours Digitron Display Loggers RS stock nos , , and These single channel rolling three-day temperature loggers can be set up and read without the need of a computer, but can also download their information to both a printer or PC. This makes them ideal for short term checking of chillers/freezers or transport systems where access to PC s is limited. The logger can be used by HVAC engineers to trouble shoot air conditioning systems, QA managers in the food retailing or processing industries to investigate chiller and frozen food storage areas or small delivery vans as a low cost means of providing due diligence without the need for complicated PC s. The unique element to this logger is a clock face style display allowing easy viewing of the last 24 hours of data. A line shows on the display should the temperature go outside user set alarm conditions during any half-hour segment on the clock. Information from the previous 48 hours can be recalled at the touch of a button. Features Display of the current temperature and time User set alarm limits Visual indication of time outside alarm limits Built in or external probe options Waterproof to IP67 as standard Max./min. value recall Optional windows software 10

11 Range: -29 C to +110 C (external probe) - RS stock C to +50 C (built in sensor) - RS stock /-0.5 C to +70 C and 1 C elsewhere Battery: Lithium, 3 years Sensor: Thermistor Weight: 110g Digitron MonoLog Series 16k Single and Dual Channel Temperature Loggers - MLTD16 & MLTXD16 (RS stock nos & ) Two multi-purpose data loggers, suitable for many different temperature logging applications where reliability and performance count. MLTD16 Single channel, internally housed sensor MLTXD16 Dual channel, internally housed sensor and plug-in external probe (supplied) MLTD16 MLTXD16 Temperature range: -40 C to +70 C +/-0.3 C Average resolution: +/-0.5 C Memory: 16,000 readings Sampling rate: 5 to 59 seconds or 1 to 255 minutes Alarms: High and low, red LED warning Power: Lithium battery, user replaceable IP rating: IP51 (MLTD16) IP67 (MLTXD16) Case: Polycarbonate Size: 75mm dia, H. 18mm Weight: 70g Data recovery: Via download interface (RS stock no ) to IBM compatible PC or ChartReader (RS stock no ) with software (RS stock no ) Logger start up: Programmable time and date or magnetic swipe (magnet key starter (RS stock no ) High temperature Data logger - MLTV2 (RS stock no ) A high temperature data logger with an internally housed sensor, suitable for a wide range of logging applications where reliability and performance at high temperatures count. Temperature range: 0 C to +125 C +/-0.3 C Average resolution: +/-0.5 C Memory: 2,000 readings Sampling rate: 5 to 59 seconds or 1 to 255 minutes Alarms: High and low, red LED warning warning Power: Lithium battery, user replaceable IP rating: IP67 Case: Sulfone Size: 75mm dia, H.18mm Weight: 70g Data recovery: Via download interface (RS stock no ) to IBM compatible PC or ChartReader (RS stock no ) with software (RS stock no ) logger start up: Programmed time and date or magnetic swipe (magnet key starter RS stock no ) High temperature Autoclave Logger - MLTACXZY2 (RS stock no ) Intended primarily for use in the qualification of autoclaves used for the sterilisation but it is also ideal for measuring any high temperature applications not exceeding the specifications contained in the key characteristics table. Key Characteristics +150 C/5 Bar 30 minutes +150 C (dry heat) 60 minutes +125 C (dry heat) Indefinite Temperature range: +25 C to +150 C +/-0.5 C Average solution: +/-0.5 C Memory: 2000 readings Sampling rate: 5 to 59 or 1 to 255 minutes Power: High temperature Lithium battery IP rating: IP68 Case: 316 stainless steel Size: 65mm dia, 43mm ht, probe length 50mm 4-5mm dia. Weight: 345g Data recovery: Via download interface and adaptor (RS stock no ) to IBM compatible PC with software (RS stock no ) Logger start up: Programmed time and date or magnetic swipe (magnet key starter RS stock no ) Download software - MLSWARE (RS stock no ) Multiple languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Italian & Spanish Statistical analysis including min, max and averaging of all readings User defined alarm set points and activation conditions User defined calculations Data export to other generic software such as MS- Excel User defined graph labels Real-time interrogation of logger 11

12 MonoLog Chart Reader - MLCR (RS stock no ) Allows download and printout of logged readings without the need for a computer (works with MLTD16, MLTXD16 and MLTV2 data loggers) Printouts can be either in a list of out-of-specification readings or in graphical format Multiple downloads can be stored within the ChartReader memory for download to an IBM compatible PC at a later date, using download software RS stock no Printer mechanism: Impact printer Printer speed: 3.5 lines per second +/-0.3 C Average solution: +/-0.5 C Memory: 1 MB: would enable 65 16k logger downloads Power: NiCd rechargeable battery IP rating: IP67 Case: Sulfone Size: 225mm x 120mm x 75mm Weight: 1.25kg Data recovery: Via download interface to IBM compatible PC RS Low Cost Temperature Data Logger The introduction of this product brings datalogging within everyone s range - providing all the components of a temperature data logging system at an exceptionally low price. The hardware and software for this package has been specifically designed for RS Components by leading datalogger manufacturer, with ease of use and robustness in mind. Loggers are housed in a round IP53 case, 30mm high x 55mm diameter and weighing approximately 70g. The operating range is -20 to +75 with overall accuracy across the range of 1 C. Units store 2000 readings and can record in either Centigrade (resolution 0.5 ) or Fahrenheit (resolution 1 F). The choice is made in the software. Loggers are powered by a lithium cell and give a battery life in excess of 6 months with normal use. The minium logging interval is 1 second, the maximum 18 hours. The full package (RS stock no ) contains a data logger, communications cable and PC software - everything needed to start datalogging. The datalogger is also available separately (RS stock no ) to allow user who have already purchased the full package to expand their system as needed. The software is compatible with Windows 95, 98 or NT and is designed to lead the inexperienced datalogger user with helpful hints on screen. Communication between the PC and the data logger is by means of the communications cable and an RS-232 port, at a baud rate of up to The logger is initialised using a PC and the software and cable supplied. The recording cycle is started by means of a push button on the datalogger. After recording, the data is retrieved using the PC. The logger can then be initialised for a new recording cycle. Loggers are fitted with an audible alarm, the level of which is set during the initialisation. A unique number can be programmed into each as an identifier. Loggers give an audible battery low warning and the software also indicates when the battery needs to be replaced. EC600 Microlog Series EC600 Microlog temperature data loggers (RS stock no ) A unique data logger for measurement of temperature. IP65 rated. Extremely user friendly. You can either use the supplied software to interrogate data, or the unit cn be connected directly to a PC - simply by pressing 2 buttons on the front of the unit the logger will download to display data. Logger can also display data without the the use of a PC, logged information can easily be directed to any infrared printer for print out. Can be used with a wide variety of sensors, greatly increasing the number of applications for the logger (see following) Large and easy to read LCD display with option to display max and min values for required period Alarm functions allow you to set minimum level - the display will flash if the limited value has been exceeded. Low battery indicator Temperature range: -30 C to +50 C ±0.6 C Resolution: -0.5 C Display: 2 digit 7 segment display Output connection: IRDA interface to PC Host and HP printer plus RS-232 cable Memory: 8,000 recording samples Power supply: 3.6V Lithium battery Battery life: 2 years (average) Sampling rate: User defined from 1 per sec to 1 per 2 hours Enclosure: IP65 Dimensions: Ø72mm x 23mm Weight: 55g Software and serial pack needs to be ordered separately EC650 Microlog RH data logger (RS stock no ) A compact and rugged temperature and humidity data logger that is not easy to use, but has many unique features: Extremely user friendly. You can either use the software supplied with the logger, or can connect the unit to a PC, start downloaded by pushing 2 buttons on the front of the logger and the information will automatically be imported into a spreadsheet format. Logger can also display data without the use of a PC, logged data can be directed to any infrared printer via a built in IR communications device. Can be used with a wide variety of different sensors, greatly increasing the logger functionality (see sensors following). Large and easy to read LCD, which scrolls between RH and temperature to give continuous updates. Optical alarm functions allow you to set minimum and maximum levels. Low battery indicator 12