Amphenol Protimeter ReachMaster Pro User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INS5777_EN Rev. B
04/2020
ReachMaster Pro
BLD5777
PROTIMETER
Amphenol
Advanced Sensors

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Contents
Quick Start Guide
Sensor and Display Display Module ...................................4
1. Introduction.......................................................................5
1.1 Display Module......................................................................5
1.1.1 Display Module Battery Replacement & Installation ......... 6-7
1.2 Sensor Module .................................................................. 7-8
1.2.1 Battery & Abrasion Plate Replacement ........................... 8-10
2. Safety Considerations....................................................10
3. Product Components and Accessories: ................ 10-11
4. Starting the Device (Turning ON and OFF): .................12
5. ReachMaster Pro Modes......................................... 13-16
5.1 Measurement Mode ............................................................14
5.2 Feature Settings ..................................................................14
5.2.1 Changing Language ............................................................14
5.2.2 Changing Brightness ...........................................................15
5.2.3 Buzzer ON-OFF: ..................................................................15
5.2.4 Setting Auto Off Time:.........................................................15
5.2.5 Sensor Sl.NO:......................................................................15
5.2.6 Calibration ...........................................................................16
5.2.7 About...................................................................................16
6. Care and Maintenance ..................................................16
7. Technical Specifications: ..............................................17
7.1 Operating Conditions: .........................................................17
7.2 MeasurementSpecications: ..............................................17
7.3 PhysicalSpecications:......................................................17
7.3.a Power for sensor module .........................................17
7.3.b Power for display module.........................................17
7.3.c Gross weight.............................................................17
7.4 Regulatory Compliance: ..........................................................17
7.5 User interface: .........................................................................17
7.5.a Display.......................................................................17
7.5.bApplicationproles ...................................................17

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Quick Start Guide
ReachMaster Pro has a sensor unit and display unit assem-
bled on a telescopic handle for remote access.
Before getting started, the sensor module and display
module should be turned ON. For this, pull off the battery
insulatorassembledasarststepfromboththesensorand
display modules.
Sensor Module
a. Power ON Key : Press this Key to turn the sen-
sor module on.
b. Status LED: A multi-color LED is provided to indi-
cate the state of the sensor unit.
Display Module
a. Power ON Key
i. Press this key to turn the display unit on.
ii. The same key is also used as an Enter option,
and to make selection from the menu.
b. Settings Key :Tochangethedevicecongura-
tion, press this key to go to Settings Menu.
c. Up/Increment Key :
i. Press this key to navigate through the user
menu in Settings.
ii. The same key is also used to increase the incre-
ment of the sensitivity scale in the measurement
screen.
iii. When in measurement mode, press and hold for
2 seconds to enable sensitivity.
d. Down/Decrement Key :
i. Press this key to navigate through the user
menu in Settings.
ii. When in measurement screen, the same key
is also used to decrease the increment of the
sensitivity scale
iii. When in measurement mode, press and hold for
2 seconds to enable sensitivity..
e. Ref/Hold/Back Key :
i. When in the measurement screen, press and
hold for 2 seconds to enter Ref Mode.
ii. Press to freeze/unfreeze reading in the measure-
ment screen.
iii. Press to go back to the previous menu when in
settings/ref screen.

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1. Introduction
The Protimeter ReachMaster Pro is a non-invasive moisture
measurement device placed on an extendable pole to enable
easy access to remote areas. The sensor unit is mounted
on the tip of the telescopic pole, communicates with the
display unit mounted close to the handle with a docking
arrangement.
The display unit has a 2” screen to display the measurements
from the sensor unit.
A USB port is available to allow the user to update device
softwareintheeld,wheneverthereisanupdateavailable.
An off-the-shelf USB mini-B cable can be used for the
upgrade.
For notification of software updates, please register your
ReachMaster Pro at www.registeryourmeter.com.
The keypad on the display allows the user to easily change
the sensitivity while in measurement.
1.1 Display Module

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The display unit can be angularly adjusted from 0° to 90° for
better viewing experience during measurement.
4 X AA 1.5V alkaline batteries are to be installed in the
battery compartment at the back of the device as shown
intheabovegure.Polaritiesaremarkedinthebattery
compartment. Care needs to be taken to install the batteries
in the right direction according to the markings. Replace the
battery cover after installation.
1.1.1 Display Module Battery Replacement & Installation
1.1 Display Module (cont.)

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The display unit can be angularly adjusted from 0° to 90° for
better viewing experience during measurement.
4 X AA 1.5V alkaline batteries are to be installed in the
battery compartment at the back of the device as shown
intheabovegure.Polaritiesaremarkedinthebattery
compartment. Care needs to be taken to install the batteries
in the right direction according to the markings. Replace the
battery cover after installation.
1.2 Sensor Module
1.1.1 Display Module Battery Replacement (cont.)

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1.2.1 Battery & Abrasion Plate Replacement
The sensor module is powered with 2 X AA 1.5V alkaline
batteries. Units are shipped with batteries installed.
To replace the batteries, remove the screws to open the
battery compartment.
The sensor unit can be turned ON using the power button,
asshownintheabovegure.Thesensorunitautomatically
turns off when the battery is low, or when it is not connected
to display unit for more than 2 minutes or if the connected
display unit is turned off.
The status LED turns red to indicate the battery low
condition. Once the low battery is indicated, the user needs
to replace the battery as soon as possible; otherwise, the
sensor will turn OFF automatically.
A USB port is available to allow for software upgrades. A
USB mini-B cable can be used for upgrading, as with the
display unit. Once the program is loaded, remove the battery
cover and disconnect the batteries to restart the unit.
For notification of software updates, please register your
ReachMaster Pro at www.registeryourmeter.com.
Sensing area is built with an abrasion plate, which can be
replaced when worn out. Wear-out indication is provided
for every 0.5mm. It is advised to replace the abrasion plate
when the 1mm mark is reached. The user may continue to
use the device with the same abrasion plate based on the
application.
1.2 Sensor Module (cont.)

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The abrasion plate should be replaced when 1mm mark is
reached. Four screws need to be removed to replace the
abrasion plate, as shown below.
Replace the batteries, looking at the polarity markings
provided on the battery cover, and then close the cover with
the screws.
1.2.1 Battery & Abrasion Plate Replacement (cont.)

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2. Safety Considerations
► Battery: Do not charge the battery, as the supplied
batteries are primary alkaline cell. Also, dispose of the
batteries according to practices recommended by the
battery manufacturer.
► Calibration: It is recommended to calibrate the device
on each use to adapt to the measuring environment.
► Battery Replacement: Use recommended batteries for
replacement.
3. Product Components and Accessories:
Protimeter ReachMaster Pro has a replaceable abrasion pad,
which can be purchased separately when worn out.
1.2.1 Battery & Abrasion Plate Replacement (cont.)