AEMC L100 User manual

SIMPLE LOGGER®
RMS CURRENT MODULE
L100
L110
ENGLISH User Manual

Owner’s Record
The serial number for the Models L100 and L110 is located on the side of
the case. Please record this number and purchase date for your records.
SIMPLE LOGGER RMS CURRENT MODEL L100
CATALOG #: 2113.50
SERIAL #: _______________________________________________
PURCHASE DATE: ________________________________________
DISTRIBUTOR: ___________________________________________
SIMPLE LOGGER RMS CURRENT MODEL L110
CATALOG #: 2113.85
SERIAL #: _______________________________________________
PURCHASE DATE: ________________________________________
DISTRIBUTOR: ___________________________________________

Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 2
1.1 International Electrical Symbols.....................................................2
1.2 DenitionofMeasurementCategories...........................................3
1.3 ReceivingYourShipment...............................................................3
1.4 OrderingInformation ......................................................................3
1.4.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts ................................3
2. PRODUCT FEATURES ...................................................................... 4
2.1 Indicators and Buttons ...................................................................4
2.2 Inputs and Outputs.........................................................................5
2.3 Mounting ........................................................................................5
3. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 6
3.1 ElectricalSpecications .................................................................6
3.2 EnvironmentalSpecications.........................................................7
3.3 MechanicalSpecications..............................................................7
3.4 SafetySpecications......................................................................7
4. OPERATION .................................................................................... 8
4.1 RecordingData ..............................................................................8
4.2 Software.........................................................................................8
4.2.1 Minimum Computer Requirements....................................8
4.2.2 Installation .........................................................................9
4.2.3 UsingtheSoftware ............................................................9
4.2.4 Function...........................................................................10
5. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 11
5.1 Battery Installation ....................................................................... 11
5.2 Cleaning....................................................................................... 11
APPENDIX A ....................................................................................... 12
Importing.TXTFilesintoaSpreadsheet .....................................12
OpeningaSimpleLogger®.TXTleinExcel...............................12
FormattingtheDateandTime .....................................................13
Repair and Calibration.................................................................................15
Technical and Sales Assistance ..................................................................15
Limited Warranty .........................................................................................16
Warranty Repairs.........................................................................................16

2 RMS Current Simple Logger®Model L100/L110
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
WARNING
• Read the instruction manual completely and follow all safety
informationbeforeoperatingthisinstrument.
•Usecautiononanycircuit:Potentiallyhighvoltagesandcur-
rents may be present and may pose a shock hazard.
• Readthesafetyspecicationssectionpriortousingthedata
logger.Neverexceedthemaximumvoltageratingsgiven.
• Safety is the responsibility of the operator.
• Formaintenance,useonlyoriginalreplacementparts.
• NEVER open the back of the instrument while connected to
any circuit or input.
• ALWAYSconnecttheloggertotheprobebeforeinsertingthe
probeintothesamplebeingtested.
• ALWAYSinspecttheinstrumentandleadpriortouse.Replace
any defective parts immediately.
• NEVERusetheSimpleLogger®Models L100/L110 on electrical
conductorsratedabove600VinovervoltageCategoryIII.
• ALWAYSuseprobesratedfor600Vworkingvoltage.
1.1 International Electrical Symbols
Thissymbolsigniesthattheinstrumentisprotectedbydoubleor
reinforced insulation. Use only specied replacement parts when
servicingtheinstrument.
This symbol on the instrument indicates a WARNING and that
the operator must refer to the user manual for instructions before
operating the instrument. In this manual, the symbol preceding
instructions indicates that if the instructions are not followed, bodily
injury,installation/sampleandproductdamagemayresult.
Risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this
symbolmaybedangerous.

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1.2 Definition of Measurement Categories
Cat. IV: For measurements performed at the primary electrical supply
(<1000V) such as on primary overcurrent protection devices,
ripple control units, or meters.
Cat. II: For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to
the electrical distribution system. Examples are measurements
on household appliances or portable tools.
Cat. III:For measurements performed in the building installation at
the distribution level such as on hardwired equipment in xed
installation and circuit breakers.
1.3 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car-
rierandnotifyyourdistributoratonce,givingadetaileddescriptionofany
damage.Savethedamagedpackingcontainertosubstantiateyourclaim.
Donotuseaninstrumentthatappearstobedamaged.
1.4 Ordering Information
Simple Logger®Model L100 (0 to 1Vrms)........................ Cat. #2113.50
Simple Logger®Model L110 (0 to 1Arms)........................ Cat. #2113.85
Both models include software (CD-ROM), 6 ft DB-9 RS-232 cable, 9V Alkaline battery, set of
Velcro®mounting pads and user manual.
1.4.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts
Replacement 6 ft RS-232 cable with DB9F........................ Cat. # 2114.27
Order Accessories and Replacement Parts Directly Online
Check our Storefront at www.aemc.com/store for availability

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CHAPTER 2
PRODUCT FEATURES
2.1 Indicators and Buttons
TheSimpleLogger®has one button and one indicator. Both are located
onthefrontpanel.ThePRESSbuttonisusedtostartandstoprecordings
andtoturntheloggeronandoff.
TheRedLEDindicatesthestatusofthelogger:
• Single Blink:  STAND-BYmode
• Double Blink: RECORD mode
• Continuously On: OVERLOAD condition
• No Blinks: OFF mode
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(1) Start/Stop Button
(2) Red LED Indicator
(3) Input Safety Plugs
(4) RS-232 Interface
LOGGER OPERATION:
1. Press to Start Logging
(Logging = Two Blinks)
2. Press to Stop Logging
(Stand-By = One Blink)
3. Press & Hold 5 sec. to Shut Off
(Off = No Blinks)
Warning: All Data will be Deleted!
!INPUT
(1 Arms max)
!RS-232
PRESS

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2.2 Inputs and Outputs
Theleftsideoftheloggerincorporates4mmsafetybananajackinputcon-
nectorscompatiblewiththecurrentprobesforwhichyourSimpleLogger®
wasdesigned.
Therightsidehasafemale9-pin“D”shellserialconnectorusedfordata
transmissionfromtheloggertoyourcomputer.
2.3 Mounting
YourSimpleLogger®is equipped with clearance holes in the base plate
tabsformounting.Forlesspermanentmounting,theVelcro®pads (sup-
pliedloose)canbeattachedtotheloggerandthesurfacetowhichitwill
be mounted.

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CHAPTER 3
SPECIFICATIONS
3.1 Electrical Specifications
Number of Channels: 1
Measurement Range:
0 to 10,000Arms (requires optional current probe)
0 to 3000Arms (requires optional current probe)
Input: 0 -1Vrms (L100)
0 - 1Arms (L110)
Input Connection: Recessed Safety Banana Jacks
Resolution: 8 Bits
Scale Range Maximum Input Resolution
100% 1A or 1V 0.004A or V
50% 0.5A or 0.5V 0.002A or V
25% 0.25A or 0.25V 0.001A or V
12.5% 0.125A or 0.125V 0.0005A or V
Reference condition: 23°C ± 3K, 20 to 70% RH, Frequency 50/60Hz, No AC external magnetic
Field, DC magnetic eld ≤ 40A/m, centered conductor, battery voltage 9V ± 10%.
Accuracy: ± 1% Reading + Resolution + Probe Accuracy
Sample Rate:
4096/hrmaxdecreasesby50%eachtimememoryisfull
Data Storage: 8192readings
Data Storage Technique: (TXR™)TimeExtensionRecording™
Power Supply: 9V Alkaline NEDA 1604, 6LF22, 6LR61
Battery Life Recording: upto1yearofrecording@77°F(25°C)
Output: RS-232via9pin“D”shell;1200Bps

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3.2 Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: -4to158°F(-20to70°C)
Storage Temperature: -4to176°F(-20to80°C)
Relative Humidity: 5to95%non-condensing
3.3 Mechanical Specifications
Size: 2-7/8x2-5/16x1-5/8”(73x59x41mm)
Weight (with battery):5oz(140g)
Mounting: BaseplatemountingholesorVelcro®pads
3.4 Safety Specifications
Working Voltage: EN 61010, 600V, Cat III
*All specications are subject to change without notice

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CHAPTER 4
OPERATION
4.1 Software Installation
Minimum Computer Requirements
• Windows®7 or later
•Processor-486orhigher
• 8MB of RAM
•8MBofharddiskspaceforapplication,400Kforeachstoredle
•One9-pinserialport;oneparallelportforprintersupport
• CD-ROM drive
1. InserttheSimpleLogger®CD into your CD-ROM drive.
If auto-run is enabled, the Setup program will start automatically. If
auto-run is not enabled, select Run from the Start menu and type in
D:\SETUP (if your CD-ROM drive is drive D. If this is not the case,
substitute the appropriate drive letter).
2. The Set-up window will appear.
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