Model AL-Series - Chauvin Arnoux Group
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1. Auto Run Disabled If Auto Run is disabled insert the Simple Logger CD into the CD ROM drive then select Run from the Start Menu In the dialog box that appears type D setup then click the OK button NOTE In this example your CD ROM drive is assumed to be drive letter D If this is not the case substitute the appropriate drive letter Auto Run Enabled If Auto Run is enabled insert the Simple Logger CD into the CD ROM drive and follow the on screen prompts to complete the setup e Select Simple Logger 6 xx e Select Acrobat Reader to install Adobe Reader e Select Explore CD to view the User Guide Simple Logger Catalog or user specific manuals in PDF format To view the documents included on the CD ROM you must have Acrobat Reader installed on your machine If you do not have it installed you can install it from the Simple Logger Software CD ROM Installing Acrobat Reader Select Run from the Start Menu In the dialog box that appears type D Acrobat setup then click OK NOTE In this example your CD ROM drive is assumed to be drive letter D If this is not the case substitute the appropriate drive letter Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes USING THE SOFTWARE Launch the software and connect the RS 232 cable from your computer to the logger Note The first time the program is launched you will need to select a language Select Port from the menu bar and select the Com port you will be usi2. 12 5 of Scale 1 of Reading 2 x Resolution gt 12 5 of Scale 1 of Reading Resolution Resolution AL24 36 2500 250 Arms AL24 36 2500 2500 Arms Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution 100 250 Arms 1 Arms 100 2500 Arms 10 Arms 50 125 Arms 0 5 Arms 50 1250 Arms 5 Arms 25 62 5 Arms 0 25 Arms 25 625 Arms 2 5 Arms 12 5 31 25 Arms 0 125 Arms 12 5 312 5 Arms 1 25 Arms AL24 36 5000 500 Arms AL24 36 5000 5000 Arms Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution 100 500 Arms 2 Arms 100 5000 Arms 20 Arms 50 250 Arms 1 Arms 50 2500 Arms 10 Arms 25 125 Arms 0 5 Arms 25 1250 Arms 5 Arms 12 5 62 5 Arms 0 25 Arms 12 5 625 Arms 2 5 Arms Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes Sample Rate 4096 hr max Data Storage 8192 readings Data Storage Technique TXR Time Extension Recording Power 9V Alkaline NEDA 1604 6JF22 6LR61 Battery Life Recording 6 months continuous recording 25 C Output RS 232 via 5 pin circular connector 1200 Bps INDICATORS Operation Mode Indicator One Red LED e Single Blink STANDBY mode e Double Blink RECORD mode e No Blinks OFF mode e Continuously On Overload condition CONTROLS Operation Mode Push Button Internal Range Slide Switch ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature 4 to 158 F 20 to 70 C Storage Temperature 4 to 174 F 20 t
3. com or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N I S T are available NOTE All customers must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument Technical and Sales Assistance If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument please call or e mail our support hotline Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 techsupport aemc com www aemc com NOTE Do not ship instruments to our Foxborough MA address Limited Warranty The AmpFlex Current Probes are warranted to the owner for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture This limited warranty is given by AEMC Instruments not by the distributor from whom it was purchased This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments For full and detailed warranty coverage read the Warranty Coverage Information attached to the Warranty Registration Card or is available at www aemc com What AEMC Instruments will do If a malfunction occurs within the one year period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material Warranty Repairs What you must do t
4. Aslan nu kk u sS S k nennen 6 Inputs and Outputs n 6 Range Selection sess 6 Battery Installati n s ioes rne Er EE EEEE E enne 7 Operation YD aeta sea teda a aayqa eee ee 7 SOWA alent m uet en ie utm eta tecta io AA tos 8 Minimum Computer Requirements sss 8 fuso p 8 Using the Software LuE Ek kk k r k enne 9 TI STRATO ERR 9 Repair and Calibration sse 10 Technical Assistance and Sales sss 10 himited Wartan iy 2 ansie naa a dila MESE KER Eyn nennt nnne 10 Warranty Ropas xirs pou Ak S Sia Sa NA RE n E R K Suay 10 Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes A Warning A These safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of personnel and proper operation of the instrument e Read the instruction manual completely and follow all the safety information before attempting to use or service this instrument e Use caution on any circuit Potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard e Read the specifications section prior to using the probes Never exceed the maximum voltage ratings given e Safety is the responsibility of the operator e For maintenance use only original replacement parts e NEVER open the back of the instrument while connected to any circuit or input e ALWAYS inspect the instrument and leads prior to use Replace any de
5. Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes AL24 2500 AL36 2500 AL24 5000 AL36 5000 USER MANUAL AEMC YCK NOS T Y N Statement of Compliance Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments certifies that this instrument has been calibrated using standards and instruments traceable to international standards We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument has met its published specifications An NIST traceable certificate may be requested at the time of purchase or obtained by returning the instrument to our repair and calibration facility for a nominal charge The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer For recalibration please use our Calibration services Refer to our repair and calibration section at www aemc com Serial Catalog 2113 72 2113 73 2113 74 2113 75 Model AL24 2500 AL36 2500 AL24 5000 AL36 5000 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated Date Received Date Calibration Due Chauvin Arnoux Inc B d b a AEMC Instruments AEMC www aemc com Table of Contents lU Ela mE au aspa sa u ukaru Qu sat P 3 International Electrical Symbols sse 3 Receiving Your Shipment sse 4 Packaging A S uu Sia ANDERE aaa 4 SDGCITICAtIODS B IN e amie ea tees Gea ett on Led Pa Eee 4 RUDI rrr 6 Indicators and BUttONS
6. attached by a 5 ft lead The bottom has a 5 pin circular connector used for serial data transmission from the logger to your computer Range Selection Before operating determine the maximum current to be logged Remove the back cover and select the appropriate range as shown Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes Battery Installation Under normal conditions the battery will last up to 6 months of continuous recording unless the logger is restarted very frequently In the OFF mode the logger puts almost no load on the battery Use the OFF mode when the logger is not in use Replace the battery every six monihs in normal use If the logger will be used at temperatures below 32 0 or is frequently turned on and off replace the battery every three to four months 1 Make sure your logger is turned off no light blinking and all inputs are disconnected 2 Turn the logger upside down Remove the four Phillips head screws from the base plate then take off the base plate 3 Locate the two wire red black battery connector and attach the 9V battery to it Make sure that you observe polarity by lining up the battery posts to the proper terminals on the connector 4 Once the connector is plugged onto the battery insert the battery into the holding clip on the circuit board 5 f the unit is not in record mode after installing the new battery disconnect it and press the button twice then reinstall
7. fective parts immediately e NEVER use the Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes on electrical conductors rated above 600V in overvoltage Category Ill CAT III International Electrical Symbols This symbol signifies that the loggers are protected by double or DJ reinforced insulation Use only specified replacement parts when servicing the instrument A This symbol signifies CAUTION and requests that the user refer to the user manual before using the instrument A For more information about the Logger refer to CD ROM USER GUIDE Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes Receiving Your Shipment Upon receiving your shipment make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list Notify your distributor of any missing items If the equipment appears to be damaged file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage Packaging The AmpFlex Current Probes include the following e User manual e One 9V battery e CD ROM containing the Windows 2000 ME NT and XP download and graphic software a generic user guide product specific manual and the Simple Logger catalog e 6 ft RS 232 cable Specifications ELECTRICAL Number of Channels 1 Current Ranges 2 Input AL24 36 2500 250 2500 Arms internally selectable AL24 36 5000 500 5000 Arms internally selectable Input Connection Permanent Flexible Sensor Accuracy lt
8. ng see your computer manual Once the software automatically detects the baud rate the logger will communicate with the computer ID number of the logger and number of points recorded displayed Depending on the selected range ALXX 2500 or ALXX 250 will be displayed and automatically scale the graph accordingly Cleaning The body of the logger should be cleaned with a cloth moistened with soapy water Rinse with a cloth moistened with clean water Do not use solvent Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes Repair and Calibration To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications we recommend that it be submitted to our factory Service Center at one year intervals for recalibration or as required by other standards or internal procedures For instrument repair and calibration Contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N I S T includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 repair aemc
9. o 80 lt Relative Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing MECHANICAL Size 2 1 2 x 1 9 16 x 4 1 2 63 5 x 40 64 x 114 3mm Maximum Conductor Size 24 length 8 36 length 12 Case Weatherproof NEMA4X IP65 rated SAFETY Working Voltage IEC 1010 1 600V CAT III ORDERING INFORMATION Simple Logger AmpFlex Model AL24 2500 Cat 2113 72 Simple Logger AmpFlex Model AL36 2500 Cat 2113 73 Simple Logger AmpFlex Model AL24 5000 Cat 2113 74 Simple Logger AmpFlex Model AL36 5000 Cat 2113 75 Reference condition 23 C 3K 20 to 75 RH Frequency 45 3000Hz No AC external magnetic field DC magnetic field lt 40A m centered conductor battery voltage 9V 10 Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes Features A sov carn E RANGE MODEL 1 Start Stop Button 2 Flexible Sensor Input 3 Operation Mode Indicator 4 RS 232 Interface Indicators and Buttons The AmpFlex Logger has only one button and one indicator Both are located on the front panel The button is used to start and stop recordings and to turn the logger on and off The red LED indicates the status of the logger OFF STANDBY or RECORDING When the LED is lit continuously it indicates an overload condition Inputs and Outputs The top of the logger incorporates a permanent flexible sensor
10. o return an Instrument for Warranty Repair First request a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA from our Service Department then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form Write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument to Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments Service Department 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss insure your returned material NOTE All customers must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument 10 KEJ AEMC INSTRUMENTS Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 WWW aemc com 99 MAN 100208 v12 07 08
11. the battery 6 Reattach the base plate using the four screws removed in step two Your logger is now recording LED blinking Press the test button for 5 seconds to stop the instrument Note For long term storage remove the battery to prevent discharge effects Operation Position the AmpFlex sensor around the conductor to be measured Be sure that the positioning of the logger sensor does not violate the minimum allowable bending radius of 0 75 inches 19mm Next press the start stop button on the front of the unit to begin the recording session The indicator light will double blink to indicate that the recording session has started When the recording session has been completed press the start stop button to end the recording The indicator light will single blink to indicate that the recording session has ended and the unit is in stand by Remove the logger from the conductor and transport it to the computer for data downloading See the User Guide for downloading instructions Simple Logger AmpFlex Current Probes SOFTWARE MINIMUM COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS Processor 486 or higher RAM Storage 8MB Hard Drive Space 8MB for application approx 400K for each stored file Environment Windows 98 2000 ME NT and XP Port Access 1 9 pin serial port and 1 parallel port for printer support INSTALLATION Your Simple Logger software is supplied on a CD ROM To install the program perform the following steps
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