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1. Change Password click this button to open Password Setting dialog Password Setting dialog has options Protect program settings Enable this option if you want to protect your programming settings for the current logger Protect retrieval of readings Enable this option to disallow viewing of data from the current logger without a password Fields to enter and to confirm new password 25 12 How to download Data from the Logger 1 Connect the logger to your computer How to connect the logger 2 To download data from the logger click on the toolbar button or select Download Information from the Action menu Escort Console will open Download Readings Wizard which allows you to retrieve and view the recorded samples from the logger 3 After the data has been successfully downloaded you can change logger s start conditions You have 4 options Do not upload any new start conditions to the logger Wait time after a magnetic start Select this option if you want to keep current data in the logger s memory The new data will be added to the end of the existing list until the logger is reprogrammed or logging is finished Restart logger after a magnetic start If time has not been selected logger will activate immediately after the magnetic start Select this option if you want logger to start in a known time interval For example in 2 hours after programming Select this option if you want logger to star2. Action menu commands The Action menu offers the following commands 4 1 Program and Configure command Action menu Use this command to program logger or ChartReader Shortcuts Toolbar For more help about programming the logger see Programming the logger Overview For more help about programming the ChartReader see How to program the ChartReader 4 2 Restart command Action menu Use this command to restart a logger Shortcuts Toolbar 4 3 Download Information command Action menu Use this command to download data from logger or ChartReader Shortcuts Toolbar For more help see Display list of readings 4 4 Show Current Readings command Action menu Use this command to scan the currently connected logger Shortcuts Toolbar For more help see Scanning the Logger 5 Window menu commands The Window menu offers the following commands which enable you to arrange multiple views of multiple documents in the application window 5 1 New Window command Window menu Use this command to open a new window with the same contents as the active window You can open multiple document windows to display different parts or views of a document at the same time If you change the contents in one window all other windows containing the same document reflect those changes When you open a new window it becomes the active window and is displayed on top of all other open windows 5 2 Split command Window menu
3. it will be printed normal size Note also that because a ratio is used to compress the graph it may print smaller than the specified length Custom ratio You can specify your own compression ratio by selecting this option Type the ratio into the box beside the drop down list Because this ratio represents the number of readings to be displayed on a single line you can only enter a whole number 3 Click Finish button after the ChartReader has been programmed successfully Note jf you would like to program additional ChartReaders you may do so by selecting Program and configure additional loggers and or ChartReaders option 33 17 Security options You can change the security code to safeguard your ChartReader from unauthorized tampering Make sure that you keep a note of your security code in safe place If you lose or forget the security code the ChartReader will have to be returned to the distributor or manufacturer to retrieve your password When you are programming the ChartReader click Change Password button in the Detailstab to open Password Setting dialog The Restrict Access option allows control of password access This password will potect access to the configuration of the ChartReader as well as data stored in the ChartReader It will not protect the operation of the ChartReader as the keypad will still be active If password access is enabled you can set the password by typing it into the Password field and again in
4. Colors e set color for the graph comment and Legend Note listed above options will change appearance of the current graph only Should you wish to make same changes to all your graphs please use Options command Edit menu 3 3 Options command Edit menu Use this command to open options dialog which allows you to customize your program settings General e select temperature scale This option gives you a choice to set temperature scale in Celsius Fahrenheit or Kelvin e display or hide Status Bar which is displayed at the bottom of the Escort Console window e display or hide View Manager e display or hide Tip of the Day when Escort Console start File e choose how many recent file entries are displayed e choose which default folder to store data logging files By default it is C My Documents My Logger Data Date e change date format Time e change time format Time Zone e change Time Zone settings 2D Graphs e change appearance of the graph such as whether to include comment and title or to display grid lines e change border colors Legend e change position of graph Legend e list items which can be included in Legend Products e list and set priorities for loggers and ChartReaders Communications e select the communications port Languages e set language for display and printing Colors e set color for graphs readings and Legend Advanced e choose advanced features applicable to your needs 4
5. Escort Console select Log On from User command Shortcuts Toolbar Keys F9 To log off from Escort Console select Log Off from User command Shortcuts Toolbar Keys F10 To change your details select Change Details from User command 2 9 Send command File menu Use this command to send the active document through electronic mail This command presents a mail window with the active document attached to it You may then fill out the To field Subject field etc and add text to the body of the message if you wish When you are finished you may click the Send button to send the message 2 10 Properties command File menu Use this command to display the active document properties 2 11 Digitally Sign command File menu E Note This command only available if User Admin Package for Title 21 CFR Part 11 compliance installed Use this command to add your digital signature to the active document Shortcuts Toolbar In opened Digital Signatures dialog you can see signatures if any were added at previous date e to add digital signature click Add button In opened Add a Digital Signature dialog select a meaning you wish to apply to your digital signature and click OK button New digital signature will be added to the current document and will include your username meaning and time stamp of the signature e to print list of the active document digital signatures click Print button 2 12 1 2 3 4 command File m
6. Programming loggers 26 4 Using loggers 2 oottware registratlonsecccs nseciheut Meta aaan bet eles ee aa anA nc a aed ee oo 51 28 Waay ea aaa aeaa aA ara EAE da da ode aaa E wah canes uiee dae odode ae e ea ar Eriata 52 1 Quick start guide 1 Connect the logger or ChartReader In order for the software to communicate with a logger or ChartReader you must connect the appropriate Communication Interface to the serial port of your computer Then place the logger into the Interface or connect the ChartReader to the Interface For more help on how to connect the logger see How to connect the logger For more help on how to connect the ChartReader see How to connect the ChartReader Note To make Escort Console work faster and more efficiently select the product s with which you are currently working and appropriate communication port To do this e choose Options command from Edit menu choose Productstab from Options dialog select product s and also you can set their priorities choose Communications tab from Options dialog select communication port s and also you can set their priorities click Apply button to set selected by you options and than click OK button to close the Options dialog 2 Program the logger or ChartReader To program the logger or the ChartReader click on the toolbar button or select Program and Configure from the Action menu Escort Console will open Program and Configure Wizard which allows you to input y
7. This number is incremented every time a logger is programmed and starts a new log 39 21 Supported file formats When you are saving the file for the first time or after selecting Save As menu Escort Console opens File Save dialog This dialog allows you to specify what file format to save the data into what name to call the file and in what location to save the file Note Default file name Serial number Trip number Serial number is the serial number of the logger Trip number is the current trip number of the logger The supported file formats are 21 1 Logger Compact Files If you want to save data for later study using this software you must save it using this format Logger Compact File can only be read by Escort Console 21 2 CSV Comma delimited This is a commonly used format to permit data to be imported into a spreadsheet or database writing the readings to a text file using a comma to separate each field on a row Each row in addition to the reading data includes the reading number the date and time of the reading and the elapsed time since the log cycle began The summary information is displayed at the top of the list The out of specification summary is displayed after the list of readings Note gata cannot be read back into this software using this format 21 3 Formatted Text Space delimited This writes the readings to a text file Each field in a row of data is placed at a common o
8. of a lid unscrew tool may be required if the lid is seized on Contact your distributor if this is the case Note you are replacing the battery of a humidity logger care must be taken not to damage the humidity and temperature sensors that are exposed when the lid is removed As a precaution the black bung these sensors are attached to can be unplugged from the logger and then re fitted when the battery has been replaced If you decide to do this make sure the bung is inserted into the socket as shown in the diagram Temperature Sensor ZA Humidity Sr Sensor 2 Remove the expired battery Check if battery contacts are dirty In the unlikely event they are clean the contacts with isopropyl alcohol or methylated spirits and wipe dry 3 Insert new battery by placing battery negative end against spring and compress so that battery fits behind spring Ensure battery is inserted with correct polarity If the Junior chirps then the internal clock will need to be reset 4 Place logger in interface and access List using the software If logger beeps and is read correctly by the software replace the lid If the logger fails to beep or communicate after the battery has been replaced remove the new battery short the battery springs together with a piece of wire like a paper clip reinsert the new battery and try again 14 3 Humidity Calibration In order to maintain the rated accuracy of the humidit
9. process of configuring a logger so that it will record the data you want when you want it To program a logger click on the toolbar button or select Program and Configure from the Action menu Escort Console will open Program and Configuration Wizard which will guide you through the process The Next gt and lt Back buttons will help you to navigate through dialogs The Esc key and Cancel button will exit you from the programming sequence without implementing any changes currently made The lt Restart gt button will return you to the first step of the dialog When you program a logger the first thing the software will do is retrieve the current program information from the logger Once the programming information has been retrieved you may be prompted to enter a security code to enable re programming of the logger You will be able to program Sensor configuration The logger s internal time clock The logger s start and finish conditions 11 1 Alarm settings options Raise alarm on below lower spec reading Enable this option if you want the logger to raise an alarm if the temperature is less than the minimum specification that has been recorded Raise alarm on above upper spec reading Enable this option if you want the logger to raise an alarm if the temperature is greater than the maximum specification that has been recorded Deactivate alarm if conditions go back into spec This option means the logger
10. still to be considered within specification As the resolution is coarser at both ends of the range this value becomes greater the closer you measure to the end This is why we recommend that if a logger is predominantly used in a specific application the average temperature of that application should be in the middle of the logger s range where resolution and with it the capability of displaying an accurate value will be best 26 2 Computer and Logger Communication e The software says it can t communicate with the logger or that the logger is responding incorrectly what might be the cause 1 Check to ensure that the logger is placed firmly on the interface 2 The interface is not firmly connected to the computer Check the connection 3 There is a foreign substance on the interface and or logger contacts preventing reliable contact 4 The software is not configured to the serial port in use Please ensure that the selected communication port in the Communications dialog is the same as that being used To open the Communications dialog please select Options command Edit menu 5 The battery within the logger is flat and requires replacing 6 Another serial device for example an internal fax modem is sharing the same address space and or interrupts request IRQ line In such case you should try to use another serial port or to remove conflicting device so you may use this COM port 7 You may require a Serial Port Adapter see below
11. the actual humidity sensor as it will affect its accuracy and calibration The grease we use is DowCorning Molykote 111 which is valve and o ring lubricant This is also used on the battery terminals to prevent corrosion e My humidity logger does not show any sensible humidity or temperature readings only lt 22 2 amp 100 but I can program and list OK what is wrong The most likely cause is that you have at some stage removed the bung with the sensors for battery replacement and subsequently put it back the wrong way around Check that the sensor is located as in this drawing Temperature Sensor LA Humidity N Sensor e My logger has LED s but the activity LED does not blink even if the logger is logging why You have turned the beeper off The LED and the beeper work off the same internal signal If you turn the beeper back on the activity LED will also start blinking again This is done during the programming of the logger in the Program and Configuration Wizard see Programming the Logger where you can also change the password settings 46 e Why are there two different specifications for resolution and accuracy Resolution and accuracy are two different things Resolution is the smallest interval measurable by a scientific instrument In the case of Escort loggers these are the steps indicated by the temperature table If two consecutive values in the table read 5 C and 5 5 C the resolution is 0 5 C as th
12. 11 compliance is a software product which provides complete FDA 21 CFR Part 11compliant user login functions and a comprehensive administrator console Business benefits of Part 11 compliance recognizes electronic records as legally equivalent to paper records thereby eliminating the need for the maintaining paper based records ensures that critical information remains secure and private automation of administrative and manual entry tracking audit and validation processes improved ability for the firm to analyze trends problems etc enhancing internal evaluation and quality control reduced costs of storage space reduced shipping costs for data transmission to FDA more efficient FDA reviews and approvals of FDA regulated products increased speed of information exchange enabling of more advanced searches of information thus obviating the need for manual paper searches To get this package please contact your local distributor 44 25 How to get further assistance To get further assistance please contact your local distributor 45 26 Frequently Asked Questions FAQ 26 1 General Questions e What causes the alarm on the logger to activate The alarm will activate when the temperature that the logger records is not within the specified monitoring range as defined in the sensor specification step of the programming process e Why does the alarm Red LED on the logger still blink even when the logger has
13. Escort Console User Manual Index 1 Quick Start QUIDOs 22 5 2sor0252 4 80h ditecbeer ee hesdagtiabed Lesooebh Ea Z2iFile MENU command Sese ea A a ade de tbe cued doen ncoe ot ondnt epee sadecdedetevadeds 2 1 Open command File menu 2 2 Close command File menu 2 3 Save command File menu 2 4 Save As command File menu 2 5 Print command File menu 2 6 Print Preview command File menu 2 7 Print Setup command File menu 2 8 User command File menu 2 9 Send command File menu 2 10 Properties command File menu 2 11 Digitally Sign command File menu 2 12 1 2 3 4 command File menu 2 13 Exit command File menu S Edr menu commands sic cae ae ee Ae eee 3 1 Copy command Edit menu 3 2 Graph command Edit menu 3 3 Options command Edit menu 4 Action MENU COMMANAS cccc ec nn a a t E 4 1 Program and Configure command Action menu 4 2 Restart command Action menu 4 3 Download Information command Action menu 4 4 Show Current Readings command Action menu 5 Window menu COMMANAS cccceccececeeceeeececeuceeeeceeseueeeeuseusaeaueaeeeeees 5 1 New Window command Window menu 5 2 Split command Window menu 5 3 Unsplit command Window menu 5 4 Close command Window menu 5 5 Close All command Window menu 5 6 Cascade command Window menu 5 7 Tile Horizontally command Window menu 5 8 Tile Vertically command Window menu 5 9 Window Arrange Icons Command 5 10 1 2 comman
14. Pages Preview one or two pages at a time Zoom In Take a closer look at the page Zoom Out Take a larger look at the page Close Return from print preview to the editing window 2 7 Print Setup command File menu Use this command to select a printer and a printer connection This command presents a Print Setup dialog box where you specify the printer and its connection Print Setup dialog box The following options allow you to select the destination printer and its connection Printer Select the printer you want to use Choose the Default Printer or choose the Specific Printer option and select one of the current installed printers shown in the box You install printers and configure ports using the Windows Control Panel Orientation Choose Portrait or Landscape Paper Size Select the size of paper that the document is to be printed on Paper Source Some printers offer multiple trays for different paper sources Specify the tray here Options Displays a dialog box where you can make additional choices about printing specific to the type of printer you have selected Network Choose this button to connect to a network location assigning it a new drive letter 2 8 User command File menu 4 Note This command only available if User Admin Package for Title 21 CFR Part 11 compliance installed Use this command to log on to Escort Console or to log off from it or to change your details password To log on to
15. Use this command to split the active window into panes You may then use the mouse or the keyboard arrows to move the splitter bars When you are finished press the mouse button or enter to leave the splitter bars in their new location Pressing escape keeps the splitter bars in their original location 5 3 Unsplit command Window menu Use this command to remove the split 5 4 Close command Window menu Use this command to close the active window 5 5 Close All command Window menu Use this command to close all opened windows 5 6 Cascade command Window menu Use this command to arrange multiple opened windows in an overlapped fashion 5 7 Tile Horizontally command Window menu Use this command to vertically arrange multiple opened windows in a non overlapped fashion 5 8 Tile Vertically command Window menu Use this command to arrange multiple opened windows side by side 5 9 Window Arrange Icons Command Use this command to arrange the icons for minimized windows at the bottom of the main window If there is an open document window at the bottom of the main window then some or all of the icons may not be visible because they will be underneath this document window 5 10 1 2 command Window menu Escort Console displays a list of currently open document windows at the bottom of the Window menu A check mark appears in front of the document name of the active window Choose a document from this list to make
16. a beep will be sounded If this occurs during printing the most likely time the printing will pause until either the battery voltage rises or a charger is plugged in To continue using the ChartReader plug in an external power source As long as the printing was not aborted it will automatically continue once a suitable external power supply is attached 19 3 Overview of power indicator modes Meaning ssid ON Indicator slowly flashing with Charge in progress charger plugged in ON Indicator permanently on with Fast Charge completed Battery trickle charged charger plugged in ON Indicator flashing rapidly with Battery nearly exhausted beeping ON Indicator not on ChartReader inactive turned off Note The NiCad battery is not included in the warranty 36 19 4 Changing printer paper amp ribbon A PRINTER PAPER ROLL REPLACEMENT The ChartReader uses standard 57mm wide paper or 2 layer 57mm wide NCR type duplicating paper To replace the paper roll perform the following steps Note NEVER PULL PAPER BACKWARDS THROUGH PRINTER MECHANISM AS IRREPARABLE DAMAGE WILL RESULT 1 Open the hinged lid by springing the plastic clip at the rear of the case and lift the lid open 2 pono the short length of paper remaining in the printing mechanism by e using the small FEED button located on the circuit board to the left of the printer mechanism or e using the manual wheel if present or e gently pulling the paper through the
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18. ame Print the active document Log on user Log off user Insert the digital signature on an active document Prepare logger or ChartReader ready for use Program and configure loggers or ChartReaders Download logger trip information from loggers or from storage within ChartReaders Show the current sensor readings of the attached logger Copy the selection and put it on clipboard Zoom out the display to previous setting View the Internet home page for the product range supported by this software Display program information version number and copyright Display help for clicked on buttons menus and windows 8 Status Bar ca T The status bar is displayed at the bottom of the Escort Console window To hide or display the Status Bar choose Options from the Edit menu and uncheck or check Display the Status Bar option from the General tab Options 6 ht tt Products Communications Languages Colors Advanced General File Date Time TimeZone 2D Graphs Legend Display temperatures in Fahrenheit F Dialog Texture Standard 7 IV Display the Status Bar IV Display the View Manager IV Display Tip of the Day when starting Cancel Apply Help The left area of the status bar displays the meaning of selected items as you navigate through the menus This area also interprets the toolbar buttons Note This area also displays date time and value data of any indi
19. artReader has run out of paper Can re arm a logger If this option is enabled the ChartReader will have the ability to re arm loggers after downloading their data The ChartReader will be able to rearm a logger with the same logging parameters for a magnetic start Note that if a logger was originally programmed for a timer start rearming for a magnetic start will prevent the timer start Can store multiple downloads If this option is enabled the ChartReader will be able to store data from more than one logger and or multiple trips from the same logger s Each download from a logger is stored as a Data Block 31 Turn off after You can set the amount of time the ChartReader will wait when idle before automatically turning off Options tab This dialog allows the setting of list and graph options for the ChartReader Only out of specifications readings When this option is enabled each list printout will include only out of specification readings Include the log cycle summary When this option is enabled each list printout will include a summary breakdown of the out of specification readings after the actual listed readings In this summary the total amount of time out ofspecification is broken down into four bands based around the summary increment Two of these bands group data points above upper specification while the other two bands group data points below lower specification For more information on the list printout and t
20. ault The external sensor will require servicing if available for this model of sensor or replacing Please contact your distributor for the options replaced the battery in the logger but now the dates and times in my listed report are wrong Is there any way to fix this 1 Program the logger without changing any settings except make sure that a The logger s internal date and time are after the logger did or would have finished the last logging cycle b The start logging time is exactly when the first reading was taken c The number of readings to take is the same as the number of readings taken 49 Do not start the logger logging otherwise the stored readings will be lost 2 Create a listed report from the stored readings as per normal and the dates and times of each stored reading should be correct You may ignore the warning message that the software will report concerning that the logger has been re programmed 50 27 Software registration At start up of this software you will see the Registration dialog which gives you two options register or quit This dialog can be turned off by choosing Do not remind me of this again You can always register later by choosing License command from Help menu To register your installation and thereby gain access to the professional features of this software click Register button This will open for you License Registration dialog License Registration dialog displays Program na
21. cated point on the graph The right areas of the status bar indicate which of the following keys are latched down Indicator Description CAP The Caps Lock key is latched down NUM The Num Lock key is latched down SCRL The Scroll Lock key is latched down 17 9 View Manager what is it and how to display it Escort Console supplies you with a helpful data viewing tool the View Manager The View Manager by default occupies the left side of the Escort Console window xl Readings EE List of readings f Readings and summary Lay 2D Graph S Line RE Step f Summary Overview EE Statistics Fhviews If you want to see the View Manager in any other Escort Console window location simply select and drag The View Manager has 3 tabs Views To manage the type of reading graph or summary you would like to display To manage which data you would like to analyze or compare Analysis To manage which type of analysis you would like to add in the displayed readings or graphs To hide or display the View Manager choose Options from the Edit menu Select or deselect Display the View Manager option from the General tab Options hl Products Communications Languages Colors Advanced General File Date Time TimeZone 2D Graphs Legend Display temperatures in Fahrenheit F Dialog Texture Standard IV Display the Status Bar IV Display t
22. d Window menu 6 Help menu commands 2 cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeesaeeeeseeeesaeesaeees 6 1 Help Topics command Help menu 6 2 Tip of the Day command Help menu 6 3 Check for new version command Help menu 6 4 Online command Help menu 6 5 About Escort Console command Help menu f TOOWWAR ss visi ities E A E E E A ae eal alee SStatus Barijcdi seh dak teiy heed vag gee ean ieesd E A EET 9 View Manager what is it and how to display it eee eeeeeeeeeee eee 9 1 Views 9 2 Links 9 3 Analysis 10 Gonnecting a Logger isisisi irisi etoile 11 How to program the logger Overview ceeeeeeceeeeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeaes 11 1 Alarm settings options 11 2 Display Liquid Crystal Display LCD settings options 11 3 Sensor configuration 11 4 Modifying Date Time 11 5 Start and Finish conditions 11 6 Security options 12 How to download Data from the Logger ce eeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeee eee eeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeaaaaeeeeeeaeneeeeeas 26 13 Scanning the Loggers eera heh oka een inn can sete wee E EAT DY cae nee Gabedenne ees 27 14 Logger Maintenance c eeeeeceeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenneeeeeeeeensessereeeceagseeeseneaueeeeeseneagereeeesegs 28 14 1 Cleaning Contacts 14 2 Battery Replacement 14 3 Humidity Calibration 14 4 External Sensors 14 5 Junior Batteries 14 6 Replacing Escort Junior Logger Lids 15 Connecting ChartReade tia eieiei nea i idee aea aaa A g et eat i
23. e logger can not hold any values and the software can not display any values in between these two Even if the real temperature is 5 2 C either 5 0 C or 5 5 C will be displayed The resolution of thermistor based sensors is NOT constant across the temperature range as thermistors are a non linear device Accuracy is the degree of refinement in measurement In case of a logger this is what the electronics are theoretically capable of achieving if the resolution was infinitely small If the true temperature value was 5 053 C and the electronics have an accuracy of 0 3 C any value between 4 753 C and 5 353 C is considered within the accuracy of the logger This does NOT necessarily mean that the value can also be displayed as this is again based on the resolution of the instrument If the electronics determine that the true temperature value is 5 29 C in above example either 5 0 C or 5 5 C will be indicated The accuracy of the loggers is constant across the temperature range Absolute accuracy AA is based on both accuracy A and resolution R and is scientifically calculated from the square root of the sum of the squared resolution and accuracy AA SQR RES 2 A 2 This is difficult to ascertain as the resolution of the logger varies with temperature In above example AA SQR 0 5 2 0 3 2 SQR 0 25 0 09 0 58 C The true temperature value can therefore be as much as 0 58 C out from the actual temperature displayed for the logger
24. enu Use the numbers and filenames listed at the bottom of the File menu to open the last four documents you closed Choose the number that corresponds with the document you want to open 2 13 Exit command File menu Use this command to end your Escort Console session You can also use the Close command on the application Control menu Escort Console will prompt you to save documents if there are any unsaved changes Shortcuts Mouse Double click the application s Control menu button Keys ALT F4 3 Edit menu commands The Edit menu offers the following commands 3 1 Copy command Edit menu Use this command to copy selected data onto the clipboard This command is unavailable if there is no data currently selected Copying data to the clipboard replaces the contents previously stored there Shortcuts 3 h Toolbar Keys CTRL C 3 2 Graph command Edit menu Use this command to customize appearance of the current graph Data e This option gives you a choice to set your own title and comment to the current graph Sensors e This option gives you a choice to set color and type of the line or marker for every sensor of the current graph 2D Graphs e change appearance of the graph such as whether to include comment and title or to display grid lines e change border colors Zoom e set maximum and minimum value for X and Y axis Legend e change position of graph Legend e list items which can be included in Legend
25. er On option in the Miscellaneous Settings window of the programming sequence e My password has changed but did not type a new one in what is wrong The password prevents an unauthorized person from overwriting your data There is no back door into the logger if you forget your password so please make sure no other person has access to your password and changes it without your knowledge If you are sure you have not reprogrammed your password you may have inadvertently changed it by entering the Password Setting dialog see Security Options and hitting the OK button rather than the Cancel button In this case the password has changed to a blank password and pressing OK in the Security Access dialog will get you to the next dialog box without having to enter a password You can then set the password in the normal way Other possible reasons include 1 The password within the logger has been corrupted The software will attempt to reset the password back to the factory default 2 You are experiencing communication errors Please check with your computer vendor to ensure your communication ports are configured and functioning correctly 3 The logger has corrupted configuration data possibly as a result of the electronics being subjected to an excessive electrostatic discharge or exposure to high EM fields The logger will require servicing e Why doesn t the software recognize the logger 48 1 The curren
26. erial number the description the highest and the lowest value of readings the average value of readings and the Process Hygiene Index 9 2 Links The Links window provides a way to analyze and or compare data from multiple loggers which could have been logged over different time periods and or different logging intervals In the Links window you can see all the loggers and their sensors being that Escort Console has currently open and displayed Simply select the loggers and their sensors to include their data into the current display window If you want to include data logged by another logger into the current displayed graph place a tick in the relevant sensor or logger tick box within the Links window The Multiple Trip Synchronization Wizard will guide you through the process of including the data from the other logger into the current display To compare log trip data gathered from multiple locations at similar periods of time it is recommended that you select the option Compare trip data based on actual date time of each reading For example this will allow data recorded from one site to be compared with data from another during the same interval of time To compare log trip data gathered from multiple and or the same location during different periods of time it is recommended that you select the option Compare trip data from different date time period s This is useful for comparing current log data with that of a previous wee
27. ette and load the cassette in the mechanism by positioning the left end of the cassette in the mechanism and gently pushing the right end into place 4 Using the star shaped disc on the left of the ribbon cassette tighten the ink ribbon by turning the wheel clockwise so it is straight and lying neatly behind the paper in the mechanism 5 Close the case lid making sure the paper feeds through the gap in the lid and secure the lid catch 38 20 Display list of readings To extract data from a logger click on the toolbar button or select Download Information from the Action menu Escort Console will open Download Readings Wizard which allows you to retrieve and view the recorded samples from a logger If you are using an Escort logger and the beeper is turned on or you are using an Escort Junior logger you will hear several beeps while data is being downloaded These beeps indicate that the logger is sending information to your computer Note that if the Protect Data option is enabled you will have to provide the logger s security code before being able to retrieve the readings List of Readings When the data is initially extracted from a logger it may be displayed in the following form e List of readings Readings and summary 2D graph Line 2D graph Step Overview Statistic Program Summary e This includes such facts as Description of the log trip Which sensors were used Number of readings taken Trip number
28. ffset separated by spaces This is a commonly used format to permit the data to be imported into spreadsheet database or word processor software Note gata cannot be read back into this software using this format 21 4 SYLK Symbolic Link This stores the readings as a SYLK file that most spreadsheet programs are capable of loading Each row representing a reading in the file includes the reading number the date and time of the reading and the elapsed time since the log cycle began The summary information displayed at the top of the list view and the out of specification summary displayed after the list of readings are also included in the file Note data cannot be read back into this software using this format 21 5 Text Tab delimited This is a commonly used format to permit the data to be imported in to a spreadsheet database or word processor software application The summary information displayed at the top of the list view and the out of specification summary displayed after the list of readings are also included in the file This writes the readings to a text file with a Tab to separate each field on a row Each 40 row representing a reading in the file includes the reading number the date and time of the reading and the elapsed time since the log cycle began Note gata cannot be read back into this software using this format 41 22 Print list of readings To print data from a logger click on the toolbar button
29. finished This feature is provided so that you are aware that the logger was in alarm mode when the logger finished its logging When monitoring temperature sensitive cargo for example this feature is extremely useful to give an immediate indication that the cargo may not be in an acceptable condition You may stop the alarm Red LED flashing by swiping a magnet over the logger in a similar fashion to starting the logger e Why does the LCD display incorrect sensor readings When the logger is programmed to display different sensor readings using an alternate scale for example C instead of F then the logger must be instructed on how to display these new values This will extend the time involved in transferring program settings to the logger If this process is not successfully completed for example because the logger was removed from the interface while transferring the new program settings to the logger then the LCD will appear to display incorrect sensor readings e There is some funny grease on my humidity logger why is that The only grease deposit on a humidity bung should be around the perimeter of the o ring which is located in the recess of the upper black bung This will assist un screwing the lid for battery replacement in the same way that it assists on the lid o ring Any other grease deposit is purely accidental Please be careful when you handle the bung during battery replacement as there MUST not be any grease deposit on
30. for further information 8 You are experiencing communication errors Please check with your computer vendor to ensure your communication ports are configured and functioning correctly 9 The logger has corrupted configuration data possibly as a result of the electronics being subjected to an excessive electrostatic discharge or exposure to high EM fields Logger will require servicing e have upgraded to a new computer but my logger does not communicate any longer why Please make sure that all your communication settings are correct and also check that no other serial devices for example mouse modem etc try to access the serial port at the same 47 time as the ESCORT software You may also require a Serial Port Adapter see below Also check that your logger is still working on a different PC More suggestions for troubleshooting can be found in the Diagnostics Form e What is a Serial Port Adapter and why do I need it Some of the latest PC s may incorporate communications hardware COM ports which implement the RS232 specifications differently to the previous generations of computers usually to reduce costs heat and EM fields The ESCORT Junior requires certain signal levels to communicate We have therefore developed the Serial Port Adapter which corrects some of the signal levels to allow successful communication even to PC s with such COM ports You may experience no reply messages or faulty data are reported to
31. g any changes currently made The lt Restart button will return you to the first step of dialog If password access for the ChartReader has been enabled you may be prompted to enter the password into the security access dialog You will be able to program Details tab This dialog allows you to change general information stored in the ChartReader A description such as the site name where ChartReader is located an asset or inventory number may be entered into the appropriate fields You can also enter up to 4 lines of text into the text fields of the Printable Messagesboxes These 4 lines will appear at the beginning of every ChartReader printout General tab This dialog allows setting of other operating power and miscellaneous options for the ChartReader Temperature Units The temperature units used on printed graphs can be set by selecting from the drop down Temperature units menu For example C can be chosen as the unit of temperature by selecting Celsiusfrom the menu Date Format Similarly the format of the date on printouts can be chosen by selecting from the drop down Date Format menu As an example of the selected date format the current date is displayed at the centre bottom of the Printout Options box Enable internal beeper This option will enable the beeper in the ChartReader which indicates such things as the ChartReader s communication with a logger the successful re arming of a logger and that the Ch
32. guration The available options include Minimum any samples less than set value will be marked as out of specification Maximum any samples greater than set value will be marked as out of specification Increment the grouping size used for listing out of specification readings For example if a cargo s temperature is allowed to vary 2 degrees from a nominal 2 degrees then the minimum would be set to 4 and the maximum would be 0 If increment was set to 2 degrees you would get a summary indicating the number of readings that fell outside the allowable parameters in 2 degree bands That is the number of readings between 0 and 2 degrees between 2 and 4 degrees etc Out of specification samples are marked with a symbol when displayed in a listed report 11 4 Modifying Date Time This dialog allows you to adjust the logger s time clock The logger s current date and time are displayed There are three options available Do not make any change to the date or time of the logger Select this option to leave the logger s time clock unchanged Change to the same date and time of this computer Use this option if you need to set multiple loggers to the same date and time Set to Selecting this option allows you to manually input time 11 5 Start and Finish conditions This dialog allows you to control the start and finish points and the interval between each reading Start new log trip determines when the logger is to start logg
33. he View Manager IV Display Tip of the Day when starting Cancel Apply Help 9 1 Views The Views window has 3 top level headings To expand or collapse the content of any headings just click on it Each heading contains 2 items To display the item double click on the item you would like to see Readings List of readings displays a table with separate line for each reading taken Each line shows the date and time the reading was made and the measurement made by each sensor Readings and displays reading summary report followed by detailed list of summary actual readings Summary report includes such facts as serial number and description of the logger trip number start and finish dates time zone number of readings etc 2D Graph displays the logger s reading as a line graph Step displays the logger s readings as a step graph You can enlarge a section of the graph with the mouse Move the mouse to one corner of the area you want to zoom press the left mouse button drag the mouse to the opposite corner and release the button to enlarge a section of the graph Press the toolbar button or right click the mouse to restore unzoom the graph Summary Overview displays overview information of the current logger such as serial number trip number battery report time zone start and finish dates number of readings readings interval logger s range and specification displays the s
34. he log cycle summary refer to your ChartReader manual 0 C 32 F reference line When this option is enabled a Odegrees Celsius reference line is included on each graph printout Specification lines When this option is enabled the ChartReader will print lines representing the maximum and minimum specification values as originally defined during the logger s programming sequence Sensor labels on each section When this option is enabled each section of the printed graph will be annotated with sensor labels identifying which sensor the data points are associated with For example represents an internal sensor E represents an external sensor and H represents a humidity sensor These labels will be printed at the bottom of each section These marks will not however appear for loggers with a single sensor Y Axis on each section When this option is enabled each section of the logger s graph printout will be individually annotated with a labeled Y Axis Log cycle summary When this option is enabled graph printouts will also include a summary breakdown of the out of specification readings This is the same log cycle summary as that included at the end of ChartReader list printouts Graphs tab There are two options available for defining the Y Axis range of printed charts The first option is to use the sensor s working range as the range of the graph Select Full range of the sensor to choose this option For example if the
35. hin the cargo to be monitored and the temperature within the cargo is what is to be monitored An external temperature sensor occupies far less space than a logger will 4 When the environment to be monitored is in a non transparent and or soundproof area and it is required to continuously view the status of the logger like if the logger is in alarm mode A logger does not need to be located in the same area as the external temperature sensor Where is the best place to place the logger and or the external sensor A logger or external temperature sensor best functions when placed in a location where abnormal air currents are not an issue For example if you want to monitor the temperature of a room it is advisable not to place the logger too close to the door Otherwise every time the door is opened the logger will be subjected to the temperature of the neighboring room while the average temperature of the room may not actually significantly change Why are all the readings from the external sensor that the logger took below the temperature range of the logger The logger was unable to communicate with the external sensor The most likely reasons include 1 The sensor was not plugged firmly into the logger check the connection 2 There is foreign substance on the external sensor socket or the external sensor plug preventing reliable contact Please check and clean the plug and sensor 3 The external sensor assembly is at f
36. ing You can select one of the following options After a magnetic start the logger will start when a magnet passes over the logger label In after selected days hours and minutes At selected date and time Finish log trip determines when the logger is to stop logging You can select one of the following options After lt number gt readings after selected number of readings After lt time interval gt after selected days hours and minutes At selected date and time Continuous logging logger will not stop recording over its previous samples To simplify the settings of the start and finish points You can select Duration of your trip in days and start point only Escort Console will set the finish point and the interval between each reading automatically 24 11 6 Security options You can change the security code to safeguard your logger from unauthorized tampering Make sure that you keep a note of your security code and logger serial number in a safe place If you lose or forget the security code the logger will have to be returned to the distributor or manufacturer to restore default password For Junior loggers the security code can be up to 4 digits Loggers are shipped from the manufacturer with a security code of 1234 For Escort loggers the security code can be up to 20 characters long letters and numbers and is not casesensitive Loggers are shipped from the manufacturer with a security code of ESCORT
37. ingress of moisture 4 Evidence that the printed circuit board has been removed or tampered with 5 Evidence of mistreatment or abuse 6 Loss of unit Batteries are not covered by this warranty 52
38. its window active 14 6 Help menu commands The Help menu offers the following commands which provide you assistance with this application Topics command Help menu Use this command to display the opening screen of Help From the opening screen you can jump to step by step instructions for using Escort Console and various types of reference information Once you open Help you can click the Contents button whenever you want to return to the opening screen 6 2 Tip of the Day command Help menu Use this command to display Tip of the Day dialog 6 3 Check for new version command Help menu Use this command to connect to online information for updated versions of this application 6 4 Online command Help menu Use this command to connect to online service such as e Visit Home Page Shortcuts Toolbar e Support Web Page e Frequently Asked Questions Web Page 6 5 About Escort command Help menu Use this command to display the copyright notice version number of your copy of Escort Console and distributor contact information 7 Toolbar AEE The toolbar is displayed across the top of the application window below the menu bar The toolbar provides quick mouse access to many tools used in Escort Console Click Da BEBRBBEBBeEBEREEBE To Open an existing file Escort Console displays the Open dialog box in which you can locate and open the desired file Save the active document with its current n
39. k To customize how the log trip data from loggers is included select the option Manually define how the trip data is to be compared with other trip data This will provide you with a screen that will allow you to manually adjust the alignment offset through the Reading Offset controls 9 3 Analysis The Analysis window has 2 top level headings To expand or collapse the content of any headings just click on it The analysis functions allow you to see statistics or to calculate formulae for the measurements of the active logger data window Calculated Values Mean Average select this option to display the average value of readings in the graph s Legend Highest reading select this option to display the maximum value of the readings in the graph s Legend Lowest reading select this option to display the minimum value of the readings in the graph s Legend 20 Dewpoint information select this option to display temperature at which air becomes saturated with water and begins to condense forming dew Process Hygiene select this option to display the aerobic and anaerobic process Index PHI hygiene index of readings in the graph s Legend Mean Kinetic select this option to display the Mean Kinetic Temperature of Temperature MKT the readings in the graph s Legend User Defined Custom select this option to display custom defined value of readings in the graph s Legend Double clicking on the Custom ite
40. les of Type Select the type of file you want to open Note than this application works only with Logger Compact Files Drives Select the drive in which Escort Console stores the file that you want to open Directories Select the directory in which Escort Console stores the file that you want to open Network Choose this button to connect to a network location assigning it a new drive letter 2 2 Close command File menu Use this command to close an active document that contains logger data 2 3 Save command File menu Use this command to save an active document that contains logger data For help regarding supported file formats see file formats Shortcuts Toolbar Keys CTRL S 2 4 Save As command File menu Use this command to save an active document that contains logger data to a specified file name For help regarding supported file formats see file formats 2 5 Print command File menu Use this command to print an active document This command presents a Print dialog box where you may specify the range of pages to be printed the number of copies the destination printer and other printer setup options Shortcuts Toolbar Keys CTRL P Print dialog box The following options allow you to specify how the document should be printed Printer This is the active printer and printer connection Choose the Setup option to change the printer and printer connection Setup Displays a Print Setup dialog bo
41. m opens the Calculate Value Definition dialog where you can set Name any name you wish For example Calculated fresh value of food Formula enter the formula used to convert each sensor s reading into the calculated value Example the value of fresh food is given as Fresh Value Measured Temperature Target Temperature Time Assume the Target Temperature is 60 C e Setthe Formula to 60 e Setthe Time Units to hours e Select Greater than or equal to option and set limit to 60 The mathematical operations currently supported include subtraction o rupean left bracket sensorvalue 21 10 Connecting a logger In order for the software to communicate with a logger you must connect the Communication Interface to a serial port on your computer Place the logger into the Interface making sure that the two metallic contacts on the bottom of the logger are aligned with the contact pins on the Interface and that the logger is firmly seated The software defaults to auto detect mode which will check all the installed serial communications ports COM on your computer for a logger ChartReader or other known Escort products Note that the Interface is shipped with a standard 9 pin connector If your computer is equipped with a 25 pin connector you will need to purchase a 25 pin female to 9 pin male converter 22 11 How to program the Logger overview Programming a logger is the
42. me name of this software Current license current status of your license Restriction restriction of your license Brief instruction Site Code sequence of characters and numbers identifying this installation of the software This code has to be submitted to obtain a site key Site Key key which should be entered to register software To obtain a license please send your Site Code to your local distributor and pay the corresponding license fee To e mail Site Code 1 Click Copy button 2 Create new e mail message and paste Site Code into your message 3 Send completed message When you will receive Site Key 1 Copy Site Key from e mail message 2 In License Registration dialog click Paste button or type manually Site Key into required field 3 Click OK button Software will open for you Registration dialog with confirmation Click OK button You can always check status of your license by choosing License command from Help menu 51 28 Warranty The Escort loggers and ChartReaders have a 36 months warranty valid from date of purchase In the event of a malfunction please contact your distributor The warranty has the following exclusions 1 If the unit has been modified from manufacturers specifications 2 Exposure of the logger to temperatures less than 45 C or greater than 85 C unless the logger is designed for use in temperatures outside this range for example the Autoclave logger 3 Loss or damage caused by the
43. mechanism by hand in normal direction Feed through oo Approx Emi _ Ribbon Cassette PAPER LOADING PATH 3 Remove old roll core from the holding fingers and insert the new roll with the paper direction as shown in the diagram above 4 Free the end of the new paper and ensure that the end is cut reasonably straight and square Trim with scissors if necessary 5 Take the free end of the paper and gently push it over the plastic ramp and into the mouth of the printer 6 By using the manual feed knob if present or the FEED button with power ON feed the paper through the mechanism past the ink ribbon and leave about 6mm inch of paper protruding from the top of the mechanism 7 Tighten the ink ribbon in it s cassette by turning the star shaped disc on the left of the cassette 2 or 3 turns clockwise 8 Close the case lid making sure the paper feeds through the gap in the lid and secure the lid catch B RIBBON CASSETTE REPLACEMENT Printing on plain paper in the ChartReader is achieved by use of an inked ribbon which is contained in a replaceable cassette mounted on the printer mechanism The ribbon will normally last for 2 to 3 rolls of paper To replace the ribbon cassette perform the following steps 1 Open the lid of the ChartReader 37 2 Press down on the right end of the ribbon cassette to pop the left end up The cassette can now be lifted out 3 Pass the paper through the new ribbon cass
44. n the inner connection An adaptor of lesser current rating i e say 0 7 amp can be used but this will increase the time it takes to fully charge the battery A 12V car cigarette lighter adaptor can also be used When connected to a suitable power supply the ChartReader will indicate that the battery is being charged by flashing the ON light The battery will normally take up to 2 hours to fully charge with 90 of the charge being attained within the first hour The charger can be left permanently plugged in without damage to the ChartReader or battery Sometimes the battery will not take on a fast charge and the ON light will stop flashing well before 1 hour is elapsed In this case the ChartReader will continue to charge the battery in a trickle charge mode and may take up to 18 hours to fully charge a battery It is highly advised that the battery is fully exhausted before recharge to maximise life and capacity of the battery Note that because the ChartReader uses an intelligent charge technique it cannot be turned off when external power is applied i e a charger is connected As soon as the external power supply is plugged into an inactive ChartReader it will automatically turn on to maintain the charging of the battery 19 2 Power failure The battery will typically exhaust itself during printing as this is the most energy consuming activity When the battery is becoming exhausted the ON indicator will rapidly flash and
45. or select Print from the File menu Escort Console will open Print dialog where you may specify the range of pages to be printed the number of copies the destination printer and other printer setup options 42 23 What is FDA 21 CFR Part 11 The Food and Drug Administration FDA issued regulations that provide criteria for acceptance by FDA under certain circumstances of electronic records electronic signatures and handwritten signatures executed to electronic records as equivalent to paper records and handwritten signatures executed on paper These regulations which apply to all FDA program areas are intended to permit the widest possible use of electronic technology compatible with FDA s responsibility to promote and protect public health Part 11 applies to any record governed by an existing FDA predicate rule that is created modified maintained archived retrieved or transmitted using computers and or saved on durable storage media For more information please visit this website Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations 21 CFR Part 11 Electronic Records Electronic Signatures http www fda gov ora compliance_ref parti11 Default htm 43 24 How to achieve FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance You need to install User Admin Package for Title 21 CFR Part 11 compliance which allows creation of a database of electronic signatures and their individual responsibilities abilities User Admin Package for Title 21 CFR Part
46. our requirements For more help on how to program the logger see Programming the logger Overview For more help on how to program the ChartReader see How to program the ChartReader 3 Download data from the logger or ChartReader To extract data from the logger or the ChartReader click on the toolbar button or select Download Information from the Action menu Escort Console will open Download Readings Wizard which allows you to retrieve and view the recorded samples from the logger or the ChartReader For more help see Display list of readings 4 Viewing the data After data has been successfully downloaded you can change its appearance by using View Manager s tools Views Links or Analysis 5 Save the data into a file If you would like to save downloaded data please see how to save data into a file For more help see supported file formats 2 File menu commands The File menu offers the following commands 2 1 Open command File menu Use this command to open an existing document that contains logger data in a new window You can open multiple documents at once Use the Window menu to switch among the multiple open documents See File open dialog Shortcuts Ta Toolbar Keys CTRL O File Open dialog The following options allow you to specify which file to open File Name Type or select the filename you want to open This box lists files with the extension you select in the List Files of Type box List Fi
47. sensor s range is 39 5 C to 39 5 C and this option is selected the Y Axis range will be based on these limits Alternatively chart Y Axis ranges can be calculated from the specification and increment values as originally defined in a logger s programming sequence by selecting the Specification range and multiples of the increment option For this option the number of specification increments to include in the chart range can be set with Number of specification increments to use The maximum number of increments to be used must be less than 256 For example if the specification limits are 15 C minimum and 25 C maximum the summary increment is 2 C and the number of specification increments to use is set at 3 the Y Axis limits would be 15 C 3 2 C 9 C lower 32 and 25 C 3 2 C 31 C upper The value in the Round Y Axis to the nearest field controls the amount that the Y Axis range labels can be rounded by Y Axis range values are rounded to the nearest multiple of this value This rounding applies to the range values as set above In the above example if the rounding applies to range values set to 2 the Y Axis range would be 8 C to 32 C The default value is 5 Text orientation You can choose Portrait to print text horizontally across the page This is the default mode used in previous versions of ChartReader You can also choose Landscape which prints the graph header and axis and sensor labels
48. t at known date and time For example at 03 12 2002 10 41 55 4 To view the downloaded data click Finish button Note jf you would like to download additional data from the Logger s you may do so by selecting Download information from additional loggers and or ChartReaders option 26 13 Scanning the Logger Selecting Show Current Readingsfrom the Action menu or clicking the toolbar button will produce a dialog box showing what the sensors of a logger are currently registering updated in real time Note Scanning the logger quickly consumes battery power so short scans are recommended 27 14 Logger maintenance 14 1 Cleaning Contacts It may prove necessary from time to time to clean the metal contacts on the logger and interface in order to ensure reliable communications The contacts may be cleaned gently with isopropyl alcohol or methylated spirits 14 2 Battery Replacement Junior loggers are designed to allow the user to replace the lithium battery when it has expired An Escort logger s battery is not user replaceable and these loggers must be returned to your distributor for battery replacement Note The Junior stores its data in a non volatile mem ory so that even if the battery fails the recorded readings are retained However if battery power is lost for more than one minute the Junior s internal clock may stop and will need to be reset To replace the battery 1 Unscrew lid of Junior Sometimes the use
49. t version of software being used was created prior to the version of the logger being used You will require the latest version of the software to use this logger 2 You are experiencing communication errors Please check with your computer vendor to ensure your communication ports are configured and functioning correctly The software has reported that the logger has been reprogrammed why is this important 1 The software has detected that the logger has been re programmed after the last set of readings was logged Some of the data within the stored readings may not be correct like the date and time each reading was taken 2 You are experiencing communication errors Please check with your computer vendor to ensure your communication ports are configured and functioning correctly 3 The logger has corrupted configuration data possibly as a result of the electronics being subjected to an excessive electrostatic discharge or exposure to high EM felds The logger will require servicing 26 4 Using loggers When should I use an external sensor instead of the internal temperature sensor 1 When the best response time is required An external sensor will respond to changes in temperature slightly quicker than an internal sensor Refer to your logger s published specifications for further details 2 When the temperature of the environment may not be within the operating temperature limits of the logger 3 When the logger cannot be placed wit
50. te 111 3 Ensure that the o ring is properly fitted into its seat in the lid 4 When screwing the lid on do not over tighten as this may damage the thread As Escort Data Logging Systems Ltd can not control how you replace the lid we are unable to guarantee the lid seal will remain watertight and condensation proof once the lid has been removed and replaced 29 15 Connecting ChartReader In order for the software to communicate with a ChartReader you must connect the Communication Interface to a serial port on your computer Connect the ChartReader to the Interface The software defaults to auto detect mode which will check all the installed serial communications ports COM on your computer Note the Interface is shipped with a standard 9 pin connector If your computer is equipped with a 25 pin connector you will need to purchase a 25 pin female to 9 pin male converter 30 16 How to program the ChartReader Programming ChartReader configures the chart and list printouts 1 Connect the ChartReader to your computer How to connect the ChartReader 2 Click on the E ovar button or select Program and Configure from the Action menu Escort Console will open Program and Configuration Wizard which will guide you through the process The Next gt and lt Back buttons will help you to navigate through dialogs The Esc key and Cancel button will exit you from the programming sequence without implementin
51. the software like completely wrong serial numbers wrong temperature ranges or a wrong logger type If the same software logger interface combination operates successfully on another PC you most likely require a Serial Port Adapter Note smart Interfaces JA INT manufactured after 2001 the first two digits of the serial number show the year of manufacture doesn t require a Serial Port Adapter as all current versions are communicating flawlessly with all current serial ports e Why can the software communicate with my old loggers but not my new one s The Escort product range is continually being improved upon and new variations are continually being created It is very likely that the version of software that you are using is not aware of the new features included in your new logger s and therefore is unable to safely access the logger To overcome this problem you will need to contact your local distributor to obtain the latest version of the software that will communicate with the new logger s 26 3 Programming loggers e am using the logger in a light sensitive environment how do make sure the LED s always remain off It is possible to ensure the alarm Red LED is never activated during a logging period by ensuring the Raise alarm on above upper spec readings and the Raise alarm on below lower spec readings options are disabled On some models of loggers the active Green LED can be disabled by disabling the Beep
52. to the Confirmation field The password may contain alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive 34 18 How to download Data from the ChartReader 1 Connect the ChartReader to your computer How to connect the ChartReader 2 To download data from the ChartReader click on the toolbar button or select Download Information from the Action menu Escort Console will open Download Readings Wizard which allows you toretrieve and view the recorded samples from ChartReader 3 After the data has been successfully downloaded you can free up memory capacity of ChartReader Select Delete all data blocks from within the ChartReader s if this option is enabled all the logger data currently stored in ChartReader will be deleted when the configuration settings are uploaded This will free up memory capacity to store data from further loggers A To view the downloaded data click Finish button Note jf you would like to download additional data from the ChartReader s you may do so by selecting Download information from additional loggers and or ChartReaders option 35 19 ChartReader maintenance 19 1 Powering amp charging the ChartReader The ChartReader contains an internal NiCad battery which typically when fully charged can provide power for about 1 hour of continuous printing To charge the NiCad battery plug a 12V 1A supply into the DC connector located at the rear of the case The plug needs to be a 2 1mm DC plug with negative o
53. vertically up the page When this option is enabled you can also use the Compression feature if you wish Compression Graph printout compression allows ChartReader graph printouts to be printed using a shorter than normal section of paper This feature can save time paper and the printer ribbon Compression is only available if Landscape text orientation is selected You can select from the drop down list None Choose this option to print graphs out full size with a printed dot representing each sample Thumbnail 40mm maximum length Choose this option to print graphs with a maximum length of 40 millimeters The ChartReader will then calculate an appropriate compression ratio for each graph printout Note that this is a maximum length if a log cycle has too few logs to fill 40mm it will be printed normal size Note also that because a ratio is used to compress the graph it may print smaller than 40mm Half length Choose this option to print all graphs half size using one printed dot for every two readings This is represented by a ratio of 2 1 Custom maximum length You can specify a maximum length for all graphs in millimeters with this option Type the length you require into the mm box beside the drop down list As with the Thumbnail option the ChartReader will calculate an appropriate compression ratio for each graph printout Note that this is a maximum length if a log cycle has too few logs to fill the specified length
54. will deactivate its alarm when the sensor goes back into its set specification If this option is not selected and the logger alarm is activated the logger will remain in warning mode until re programmed Audible alarm and alarm link activation Enabling this option will make the logger continuously beep when an alarm event has occurred Deactivate alarm by using the magnet Enabling this option will allow you to reset logger s alarm when a magnet passes over the logger label Number of consecutive out of specification readings Determines how many consecutive out of specification readings can occur before an alarm is raised Total number of out of specification readings Determines the total number out of specification readings can occur before an alarm is raised Show the sensor s reading on the display Enable this option if you want the logger s display to show current sample Indicate when the current reading is out of specification Enable this option if you want the logger s display to show a special symbol when the current sample above the maximum specification or below the minimum specification Show the symbol of the sensor s measurement units Enable this option if you want to add a temperature symbol to the logger s display 23 Units of measurement of the readings on the display Allows the temperature scale the logger displays to be changed Note This dialog appears for loggers that have a display 11 3 Sensor confi
55. x so you can select a printer and printer connection Print Range Specify the pages you want to print All Prints the entire document Selection Prints the currently selected text Pages Prints the range of pages you specify in the From and To boxes Copies Specify the number of copies you want to print for the above page range Collate Copies Prints copies in page number order instead of separated multiple copies of each page Print Quality Select the quality of the printing Generally lower quality printing takes less time to produce Print Progress Dialog The Printing dialog box is shown during the time that Escort Console is sending output to the printer The page number indicates the progress of the printing To abort printing choose Cancel 2 6 Print Preview command File menu Use this command to display the active document as it would appear when printed When you choose this command the main window will be replaced with a print preview window in which one or two pages will be displayed in their printed format The print preview toolbar offers you options to view either one or two pages at a time move back and forth through the document zoom in and out of pages and initiate a print job Print Preview toolbar The print preview toolbar offers you the following options Print Bring up the print dialog box to start a print job Next Page Preview the next page Prev Page Preview the previous page One Page Two
56. y sensor a humidity logger should have its humidity calibration checked at least twice a year to detect and correct any ageing of the sensor element Note that the chemicals in some enviroments can cause accelerated ageing of the 28 humidity sensor element and in these situations the calibration should be checked more frequently This checking and re calibrating when required can be performed either by your distributor or with the JCAL for Junior loggers or CAL for Escort loggers software and salt solutions available from your distributor 14 4 External Sensors When plugging external sensors into a logger make sure that the connector is inserted correctly Forcing an incorrectly aligned connector into its socket can damage the connector and or socket 14 5 Junior Batteries Please note that ESCORT Junior loggers use a 1 AA size 3 6 volt lithium battery commonly used in cameras and available through respective retail stores Also older model Junior loggers should use batteries with a large plus contact only as contact problems can occur when short terminals are used Small terminals Large terminals 14 6 Replacing Escort Junior Logger Lids When replacing an Escort Junior s lid the following steps are needed to ensure a watertight and condensation proof seal 1 Check that the o ring and seat are clean and free of dirt and other contaminants 2 Grease the oring with an o ring lubricant We recommend Dow Corning Molyko
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