AEMC instruments 1510 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................6
1.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE ........................................................ 7
1.2 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT................................................ 7
1.3 ORDERING INFORMATION..................................................... 7
1.3.1 Accessories ........................................................................ 8
1.3.2 Replacement Parts............................................................. 8
2. PRODUCT FEATURES.......................................................9
2.1 INSTRUMENT REAR PANEL & BATTERY INSTALLATION ... 9
2.2 INSTRUMENT FRONT PANEL............................................... 10
2.3 INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS................................................... 10
2.4 TURNING THE INSTRUMENT ON/OFF................................ 11
2.5 FUNCTION BUTTONS ............................................................ 11
2.6 DISPL AY ................................................................................... 12
3. OPERATION ...................................................................... 13
3.1 MAKING A MEASUREMENT .................................................. 13
3.1.1 Selecting Temperature Units............................................. 13
3.2 PORTABLE MODE .................................................................. 13
3.3 1D AND 3D MODES................................................................. 13
3.3.1 1D and 3D Modes Activation ............................................ 14
3.3.2 Visible and Audible Warnings .......................................... 15
3.4 ECO (ENERGY SAVING) MODE ............................................ 16
3.5. P_REC (PROGRAMMED RECORDING) MODE ................. 17
3.6. MIN MAX FUNCTION............................................................. 17
3.7. HOLD FUNCTION ................................................................... 18
3.8. M_REC (MANUAL RECORDING) FUNCTION .................... 19
3.9. BACKLIGHT ............................................................................ 19
3.10 A L A R M B U Z Z E R .................................................................... 20
3.11. ERROR MESSAGES ............................................................. 20
3.11.1. OL (Overload) Symbol.................................................... 20
3.11.2. Err (Error) Symbol .......................................................... 20
3.11.3. MEM_FULL (Memory Full) Symbol ............................... 21
4. DATAVIEW®......................................................................22
4.1. D ATAV I E W ®INSTALL ATION .................................................. 22
4.2. CONNECTING THE INSTRUMENT TO A COMPUTER ..... 22

5. SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................24
5.1. REFERENCE CONDITIONS.................................................. 24
5.2. MEASUREMENT CHARACTERISTICS ............................... 24
5.2.1. CO2Measurements ......................................................... 24
5.2.2. Inuences on the Measurements of CO2.................................... 24
5.2.3. Temperature Measurements ........................................... 24
5.2.4. Humidity Measurement ................................................... 25
5.2.5. Inuence of the temperature on the relative humidity
measurement............................................................................. 25
5.3. MEASUREMENT MODES ..................................................... 26
5.4. POWER SUPPLY .................................................................... 26
5.5. RECORDING........................................................................... 26
5.6. ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS............................................. 26
5.7. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS .................................... 27
5.8. COMPLIANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS ...... 27
5.9. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY .............................. 27
6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................28
6.1. CLEANING............................................................................... 28
6.2. BATTERY REPLACEMENT ................................................... 28
6.3 REPAIR AND CALIBRATION ................................................. 29
6.4 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE .................................................... 30
6.5 LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................. 30
6.5.1 Warranty Repairs.............................................................. 31

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an AEMC®Instruments Air Quality Logger
Model 1510.
For the best results from your instrument and for your safety, you must read
the enclosed operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions
for use. Only qualied and trained operators should use this product.
Symbols and Denitions
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Whenever this symbol
is present, the operator must refer to the user manual before operation
Indicates Important information to acknowledge
Battery
Magnet
The product has been declared recyclable
This product complies with the Low Voltage & Electromagnetic Compatibility
European directives (73/23/CEE & 89/336/CEE)
The UKCA marking certies that the product is compliant with the
requirements that apply in the United Kingdom, specically regarding
Low-Voltage Safety, Electromagnetic Compatibility, and the Restriction of
Hazardous Substances.
Chauvin Arnoux®and AEMC®Instruments have adopted an Eco-Design
approach in order to design this instrument. Analysis of the complete
lifecycle has enabled us to control and optimize the e󰀨ects of the product
on the environment. In particular this instrument exceeds regulation
requirements with respect to recycling and reuse
In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection
system for recycling electrical and electronic components in accordance with
directive WEEE 2002/96/EC
Denition of Measurement Categories (CAT)
CAT IV corresponds to measurements performed at the primary electrical supply
(< 1000 V).
Example: primary overcurrent protection devices, ripple control units, and
meters.
CAT III corresponds to measurements performed in the building installation at the
distribution level.
Example: hardwired equipment in xed installation and circuit breakers.
CAT II corresponds to measurements performed on circuits directly connected to
the electrical distribution system.
Example: measurements on household appliances and portable tools.

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1.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
This instrument is compliant with safety standard IEC 61010-2-030,
for voltages up to 5 V with respect to ground. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions may result in electric shock, re, explosion,
and damage to the instrument and/or the installation in which it is
located.
■The operator and/or the responsible authority must carefully read and
clearly understand all precautions to be taken prior to using the instrument.
Thorough knowledge and awareness of electrical hazards are essential
when using this instrument.
■Observe the conditions of use, including temperature, relative humidity,
altitude, pollution degree, and location of use.
■Do not use the instrument if it appears damaged, incomplete, or improperly
closed.
■Before each use, check the condition of the housing and accessories. Any
item on which the insulation is deteriorated (even partially) must be set
aside for repair or disposal.
■Never make measurements in atmospheres contaminated by solvents,
which could damage the sensor.
■All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be done by accredited
personnel.
1.2 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, le a claim immediately
with the carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed
description of any damage. Save the damaged packing container to
substantiate your claim.
1.3 ORDERING INFORMATION
Air Quality Logger Model 1015 (gray)........................................ Cat. #2138.08
Air Quality Logger Model 1015 (white) ...................................... Cat. #2138.09
Both models include soft carrying pouch, (2) AA batteries, 6 ft USB cable,
quick start guide, USB drive with DataView®software and user manual.

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1.3.1 Accessories
Adapter, Bluetooth USB for Simple Logger II 4-Channel
Models, 6417, 1510 & L452 ....................................................... Cat. #2126.45
Wall Mount for Models 1520 & L452 (gray or black) ................. Cat. #2138.61
Desk Stand for Model 1510 (white) ........................................... Cat. #2126.62
Calibration Kit for Model 1510 (includes calibration software CD).. Cat. #2138.63
Metal Carrying Case ................................................................. Cat. #2138.65
Wall Mount for Model 1510 (white) ............................................ Cat. #2126.67
Adapter - USB Wall Plug ........................................................... Cat. #2153.78
1.3.2 Replacement Parts
Cable - Replacement 6 ft (1.8 m) USB ...................................... Cat. #2138.66
Soft Carrying Pouch.................................................................. Cat. #2154.71
Order Accessories and Replacement Parts Directly Online
Check our Storefront at www.aemc.com/store for availability

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2. PRODUCT FEATURES
2.1 INSTRUMENT REAR PANEL & BATTERY INSTALLATION
The instrument accepts (2) AA or LR6 alkaline batteries.
Rear panel:
1. Non-skid pads
2. Tear-drop notch to hang instrument
3. Battery compartment cover
4. Magnets for mounting to a metallic surface
To change the batteries:
1. Press the tab of the battery compartment cover and lift it clear.
2. Remove the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert the new batteries, ensuring correct polarity.
4. Close the battery compartment cover; ensuring it is completely and correctly.
closed.

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2.2 INSTRUMENT FRONT PANEL
1. Temperature and humidity
sensors
2. LCD display
3. MODE/temperature units button
4. Backlight/ECO mode button
5. Record button
6. ON/OFF button
7. CO2sensor
8. Activate/deactivate buzzer
9. HOLD/Bluetooth enable/disable
button
10. MAX/MIN button
2.3 INSTRUMENT FUNCTIONS
The Model 1510 measures:
■Concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the air
■Ambient temperature
■Relative humidity
The instrument uses these measurements to determine and display the
current comfort level.
DataView®with the Data Logger Control Panel software can be
installed on a computer to allow you to congure the instrument, view
measurements in real time, download data from the instrument, and
create reports.

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2.4 TURNING THE INSTRUMENT ON/OFF
■ON: Press the button
■OFF: Press the button for >2 seconds when the instrument
is ON. Note that you cannot turn OFF the instrument when it is in
HOLD or in recording mode.
NOTE: In Portable mode, the instrument automatically turns OFF
after 15 minutes of inactivity. This feature is de-activated in other
modes (1D or 3D, ECO, P_REC, MIN MAX, and M_REC), if the
instrument is actively communicating via Bluetooth or USB, or is
running on USB power.
2.5 FUNCTION BUTTONS
On each button, a short press activates the top function and a long press
(>2 seconds) activates the lower function.
Button Function
■Short press enables 1D and 3D modes.
■Long press changes temperature units.
■Pressing this button while holding down activates/
deactivates alarm buzzer.
REC ■Starts manual recording.
■Short press turns on the backlight.
■Long press enables/disables energy-saving mode.
■Holding down this button and then pressing activates/
deactivates alarm buzzer.
■Short press freezes the display.
■Long press activates/deactivates Bluetooth.
■Short press enters MIN MAX mode; measurement values
continue to be displayed.
Second press displays the maximum value.
Third press displays minimum value.
Fourth press returns to normal measurement operation.
■Long press exits MIN MAX mode.

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2.6 DISPLAY
1. CO2measurement
2. Temperature
3. Relative humidity
Symbol Function
MEM_FULL Memory full
1D Monitor CO2level
3D Monitor CO2, temperature, and humidity comfort zone
thresholds
MAX Maximum value
MIN Minimum value
ECO Energy-saving operating mode
P_REC
Programmed recording
■Blinking: waiting to start recording
■Steady: recording
M_REC Manual recording
HOLD Hold of the display
MIN MAX MIN MAX function: detection of minimum and maximum values
ppm Unit of concentration of CO2 in the air in parts per million
Buzzer active
Bluetooth
■Blinking: waiting for connection
■Steady: connected
■Blinking: Batteries low
■Steady: Indicator of external power supply by connection of
the mains adapter or of the USB connection.
High threshold passed
Low threshold passed
Air quality/comfort level indicator

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3. OPERATION
3.1 MAKING A MEASUREMENT
When the instrument is turned ON, the message CO2is displayed
on the screen (and function buttons are disabled) until the rst CO2
measurement appears. Updated measurements then appear automatically.
NOTE: If the instrument is exposed to large variations of
temperature, after the temperature stabilizes, wait 20 minutes before
starting measurements.
The instrument has four operating modes: Portable mode, 1D and 3D
modes, ECO mode, and P_REC mode. It also has several functions that
can be used in certain modes: MIN MAX, HOLD, M_REC, and Backlight.
3.1.1 Selecting Temperature Units
Long-press the button to toggle between °F and °C. The setting
remains in e󰀨ect when the instrument is turned OFF.
3.2 PORTABLE MODE
When you turn ON the instrument, it automatically starts up in Portable mode.
In this mode the instrument makes a measurement every 15 seconds,
more frequently than in other modes. It is therefore highly responsive
to changes in air quality. This mode is used to inspect several rooms
one after another. Install the instrument in a room and wait for the CO2
measurement to stabilize (approximately 10 minutes).
3.3 1D AND 3D MODES
■1D mode: surveillance of CO2level.
■3D mode: surveillance of CO2level, temperature, and humidity.
The audible and/or visual warnings alert you to overages. The level of
CO2is measured every minute.
■S1 = Low threshold = 1000 ppm
■S2 = High threshold = 1700 ppm
In internal software versions 4.14 and above, these thresholds can be
programmed. To change them, simply modify the CO2limit.csv le in the
memory of the device. Connect the Model 1510 to a PC using a USB
cable (see § 4.2).
NOTE: Do not modify the CO2limit.csv le when recording is in
progress.

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You must observe the following rules:
■S1 ≤ S2
■S1 and S2 between (0 and 5000) ppm
After modifying the CO2limit.csv le:
1. Eject the device from the le explorer.
2. Unplug the USB cord.
3. Switch the device o󰀨 and back on to apply the new thresholds.
3.3.1 1D and 3D Modes Activation
1. Press to activate 1D
mode. The symbol 1D appears
on the display.
2. Press a second time to
activate 3D mode. The symbol
3D appears on the display.
3. Press a third time to return
to normal operation.

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3.3.2 Visible and Audible Warnings
1D Mode
Air quality good (CO2 level < S1)
Optimum comfort zone indicator:
Backlight OFF.
Air quality average (S1< CO2 level < S2)
Average comfort zone indicator:
Arrow indicates overage of low CO2threshold.
Backlight blinks orange.
NOTE: Backlight OFF in ECO mode.
Air quality poor (CO2 level > S2)
Outside optimum comfort zone indicator:
Arrow indicates overage of high CO2threshold.
Buzzer sounds (if enabled).
Backlight blinks red.
NOTE: Backlight OFF in ECO mode.
3D Mode
Air quality good (no overages of CO2, temperature and humidity thresholds)
Optimum comfort zone indicator:
Backlight OFF.
Air quality poor (overage of temperature and humidity thresholds)
Outside optimum comfort zone indicator:
Arrow in the direction of the overage for
each quantity ouside the comfort zone.
Buzzer sounds (if enabled).
Backlight blinks red.
NOTE: Backlight OFF in ECO mode.
NOTE: For 1D and 3D modes, if the buzzer is active it will sound
intermittently when is displayed.

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The Porcher diagram denes the hygrothermal comfort zones:
Relative Humidity (% RH)
Absolute humidity (g/kg)
Dry-bulb temperature (° C)
3.4 ECO (ENERGY SAVING) MODE
ECO mode saves energy when the Model 1510 measures air quality
over a long period. The backlight and the buzzer are deactivated, and
CO2is measured only once every 10 minutes. This saves the batteries.
In addition, the instrument automatically activates “sleep” mode between
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. These times can be changed using DataView®
software (see § 4).
1. Long-press (>2 seconds to
activate ECO mode. Tyhe symbol
ECO appears on the display.
2. Long-press a second time to
return to normal operation.
NOTE: In ECO mode, measurements are more sensitive to
instantaneous variations of CO2. For example, breathing near the
instrument can a󰀨ect measurement. It will be necessary to wait for the
next measurement to recover the true concentration of CO2in the room.

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3.5. P_REC (PROGRAMMED RECORDING) MODE
When the instrument is connected to a computer, you can program two
types of recordings (see § 4):
■Locked recording, in which the instrument only displays the P_ REC symbol
(blinking before recording starts, then steady while recording) and the keys
are inactive. At the end of recording, the instrument automatically turns
OFF.
■Unlocked recording, in which the instrument displays the measurements.
The P_ REC symbol is displayed, blinking before recording starts, then
steady while recording. The instrument otherwise operates normally. It is
not possible to change the mode, but the MIN MAX, HOLD, and Backlight
functions can be used.
NOTE: In P_REC mode, pressing the button has no e󰀨ect.
3.6. MIN MAX FUNCTION
This function displays the maximum and minimum measured values
in addition to the current value: the instrument compares each new
measurement to those displayed. If the new measurement is greater than
the current MAX value or less than the current MIN value, it replaces
them in the display.
NOTE: The MIN MAX function cannot be used in the 1D and 3D modes.
1. Press to activate the MIN MAX
function. The symbol MIN MAX
appears on the display.
2. Press a second time to
display maximum and minimum
measurements for CO2.
3. Press a third time to
display maximum and minimum
measurements for temperature.

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4. Press a fourth time to
display maximum and minimum
measurements for humidity.
Additional presses of repeat this
cycle.
5. Long-press to exit MIN MAX
and return to normal measurement
display.
3.7. HOLD FUNCTION
Pressing HOLD freezes the displayed measurement on the screen. This
function does not interrupt recording or operation of the current mode;
but access to the other functions is disabled.
1. Press to activate HOLD. The
symbol HOLD appears and the
current measurement remains on the
screen.
2. Press a second time to return to
normal measurement display.

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3.8. M_REC (MANUAL RECORDING) FUNCTION
You can start a recording session manually. All measurement data is
recorded in the instrument at the rate determined by the current mode
(see § 5.3).
NOTE: You can start a manual recording session in any mode except
P_REC. After recording is in progress, you cannot change modes.
1. Long-press REC (>2 seconds)
to start a manual recording. The
symbol M-REC appears on the
display.
2. Long-press REC a second time to
stop recording.
3.9. BACKLIGHT
Press to turn ON the backlight. The backlight automatically turns
OFF after 10 seconds.
NOTE: The backlight function is disabled in ECO mode.

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3.10 ALARM BUZZER
1. To activate the alarm
buzzer, press the
button; and while holding it
down press . The
icon appears on the screen.
2. To deactivate the alarm,
press and while
holding it down press
.
NOTE: The alarm buzzer function is disabled in ECO mode.
3.11. ERROR MESSAGES
3.11.1. OL (Overload) Symbol
The OL symbol appears when the measurement is outside the range
measured by the instrument:
■CO2> 5000 ppm
■14 < T < 140 °F (-10 < T < 60 °C)
■5 % < RH < 95 %
3.11.2. Err (Error) Symbol
If an Err error is displayed, turn the instrument OFF and back ON. If the
error persists, the instrument must be sent in for repair (see § 6.3 Repair
and Calibration).