MadgeTech TCTemp2000 User manual

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Data Logger Manual
TCTemp2000

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Table of Contents
Section 1: Device Safety............................................................................3
1.1 Model information ...................................................................3
1.2 Specifications ...........................................................................3
1.3 Warranty ..................................................................................5
Section 2: Device Overview ......................................................................6
Section 3: Status Indicator Icons ..............................................................7
3.1 Battery Status ...........................................................................7
3.2 Memory Status .........................................................................7
3.3 Running Indicator.....................................................................7
3.4 Delay Start Indicator.................................................................8
3.5 Wait Icon..................................................................................8
3.6 Stop Icon..................................................................................8
3.7 External Power Icon..................................................................8
3.8 Reset Icon.................................................................................8
Section 4: Front Panel Overview ..............................................................9
4.1 Changing the display units .......................................................9
4.2 Changing the number, type, and size of channels viewed.........9
4.3 Checking the memory status ..................................................10
4.4 Checking power status ...........................................................10
4.5 Changing the Contrast ...........................................................10
Section 5: PRHTemp2000 Function Reference .......................................11
5.1 Main Screen ...........................................................................11
5.2 Status Menu ...........................................................................12
5.3 Statistics Menu .......................................................................12
5.4 Units.......................................................................................13
5.5 Setup Menu ...........................................................................13
Section 6: TCTemp2000 Screen Descriptions.........................................18
6.1 Main Screen: ..........................................................................18
6.2 Status Screens (Run Parameters): ............................................18
6.3 Status Screens (Memory Status):.............................................19
6.4 Status Screens (Time): ............................................................19
6.5 ID Parameters.........................................................................20
6.6 Statistics Menu Screen:...........................................................20
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6.7 Channel Statistics: ..................................................................21
6.8 Type Statistics:........................................................................21
6.9 Statistics Information Screen:..................................................22
6.10 Unit Selection Menu:............................................................22
6.11 Device Configuration Menu:.................................................23
6.12 Adjust Visibility: ....................................................................23
6.13 Display Configuration:..........................................................24
6.14 Power Modes Screen: ...........................................................25
6.15 Display Update Mode Screen:...............................................25
6.16 Power Status Screen: ............................................................26
6.17 Device Information Screens (Minimum Device Range):.........26
6.18 Device Information Screens (Maximum Device Range): ........27
6.19 Device Information Screens (Device Version): .......................27
6.20 Device Information Screens (Firmware Version): ...................28
6.21 Calibration Information Screens (Calibration Date): ..............28
6.22 Calibration Information Screens (Internal Temperature Cal.): 29
6.23 Calibration Information Screens (External Probe Calibration):29
6.24 Device Reset Screen (Hardware Reset): .................................30
6.25 Device Reset Screen (Power Interruption): ............................30
Section 7: Computer Interface ...............................................................32
Section 8: Wall Mounting .......................................................................33
Section 9: Maintenance ..........................................................................34
Section 10: Terms and Conditions..........................................................35
10.1 Limited Warranty:.................................................................35
10.2 Limitations:...........................................................................36
10.3 Software License:..................................................................36

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Section 1: Device Safety
CAUTION: DEVICE MUST BE USED ONLY IN A MANNER CONSIS-
TENT WITH THIS MANUAL.
NOTICE: WHEN 230VAC SUPPLY USED, MADGETECH SPECIFIES
USE OF AC SUPPLY PART # T35-9-100R-3 MANUFACTURED BY
ENG ELECTRIC. THIS SUPPLY IS AVAILABLE FROM MADGETECH.
1.1 Model information
• Model: TCTemp2000
• Description: Measure & record temperature on both an internal and
an external probe channel with LCD display
• Manufactured by MadgeTech, Inc. Warner, NH USA
1.2 Specifications
Internal Temperature
Range: -20 to +60ºC
Resolution: 0.1ºC
Thermocouple
Types: J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N
Connection: Female subminiature (SMP), fixed screw terminal, or
pluggable screw terminal
Cold Junction Compensation: Automatic, based on internal channel
Thermocouple Type: Range (ºC) Resolution Accuracy
J-210 to +760 0.1ºC ±0.5ºC
K-270 to +1370 0.1ºC ±0.5ºC
T-270 to +400 0.1ºC ±0.5ºC
E-270 to +980 0.1ºC ±0.5ºC
R-50 to +1760 0.5ºC ±2.0º C
S-50 to +1760 0.5ºC ±2.0º C
B+50 to +1820 0.5ºC ±2.0º C
N-270 to +1300 0.1ºC ±0.5ºC

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Dot-Matrix LCD
Dimensions: 2.5” x 1.375” (63mm x 35mm)
Text: Configurable channel text size
Indicators: Power, status, memory
Backlight: Configurable w/auto shut-off and contrast adjustment
Start/Stop Time:
Software programmable start time and date, up to six months in
advance; programmable stop time
Memory:
131,071 readings per channel; 262,143 total readings; software
configurable memory wrap
Reading Rate:
1 reading every 2 seconds to 1 every 24 hours
Calibration:
Digital calibration through software
Calibration Date:
Automatically recorded within device
Battery Type:
9V lithium battery included, user replaceable; optional AC adapter,
7-24 VDC Volts, 100mA. For 230 VAC operation use AC supply
T35-9-100 R-3 made by ENG Electric.
Battery Life:
30 days typical @ 1 min reading rate with continuous LCD and no
backlight usage. 1 year battery life at 1 minute reading rate with
display off
Data Format:
Date and time stamped ºC, ºF, ºK, ºR
Time Accuracy:
±1 minute/month (at 20º to 30°C)
Computer Interface:
PC serial or USB (interface cable required); 115,200 baud
Software:
Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP/Vista based software
Operating Environment:
-20 to +60ºC, 0 to 95%RH non-condensing

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Dimensions:
4.8” x 3.3” x 1.25” (122mm x 84mm x 32mm)
Weight:
16 oz (440 g)
Enclosure:
Black anodized aluminum
1.3 Warranty
Products manufactured by MadgeTech, Inc., are warranted against defective
material and workmanship for a period of one year, starting from the date
of shipment. In the event that a MadgeTech product is found to be defec-
tive, MadgeTech will repair or replace the product at its sole discretion. Such
repair or replacement shall be the sole remedy of this warranty.
This warranty extends only to the original purchasing customer and does
not apply to any unit, which in our sole judgment, has been subjected to:
a) Operating or environmental conditions in excess of our written
specifications or recommendations;
b) Damage, misuse or neglect;
c) Improper installation, repair or alteration.
This warranty excludes batteries.
Except as to title, this is our only warranty for the products. MadgeTech,
Inc. expressly disclaims all other warranties, guarantees or remedies—wheth-
er expressed or implied or statutory—including any implied warranty of mer-
chantability or fitness for a particular purpose. We also disclaim any implied
warranty arising out of trade usage or out of a course dealing or course of
performance. We do not guarantee the integrity of data or warranty that the
products will operate uninterrupted or error-free.
MadgeTech data loggers and their associated software have been thor-
oughly tested and the documentation reviewed. However, MadgeTech does
not warrant the performance of its products, or that the products or their
associated software will operate as described in this manual.
Please refer to page 35 for MadgeTech’s complete Terms and Conditions.

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Section 2: Device Overview
LED
Indicators
LCD Display
Screen
Power Jack
Communication
Jack
Up Key
Okay Key
Down Key
Cancel Key
Function Keys
Black
anodized
aluminum
enclosure

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Section 3: Important Status Icons
3.1 Battery Status
Full Empty
Battery Battery
Battery status icons indicate the state of charge of the batteries. When the bat-
tery empty indicator is displayed, the battery should be replaced.
3.2 Memory Status
Memory Memory
Empty Full
The memory status icons indicate the amount of memory left for data storage.
If the TCTemp2000 is in wraparound mode, the memory status icon will always
indicate empty.
3.3 Running Indicator
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3.4 Delay Start Indicator
The delay start icon indicates that a logging operation is
scheduled for the future.
3.5 Wait Icon
The wait icon indicates that the device is busy.
3.6 Stop Icon
Indicates that the TCTemp2000 is not currently taking readings.
3.7 External Power Icon
Indicates that the TCTemp2000 is powered by an external source.
3.8 Reset Icon
Indicates that the device has been reset.

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Section 4: Front Panel Overview
4.1 Changing the display units
The TCTemp2000 comes with factory default display units of °C for both the
internal temperature and external probe channels. These units can be easily
changed by pressing the F3 button in the main screen and then selecting
either F1 for the internal temperature or F2 for external probe. After selecting
a channel, the available units can be scrolled through by either pressing the
channel’s function key repeatedly or using the UP and DOWN keys.
Button pressing chain:
Main Screen -> F3 -> F1(temp), F2(probe) -> function key repeatedly or UP
and DOWN
4.2 Changing the number, type, and size of channels viewed
By default the TCTemp2000 displays recently measured values of both chan-
nels (internal temperature and external probe) on its Main Screen with the
two channels taking up the maximum amount of screen space available.
Channels can, however, be hidden or viewed on a smaller or larger scale.
To change the number and type of displayed channels:
From the Main Screen, press the F4 key to enter the Setup Menu and from
this menu press the F1 key to enter the Display screen. On this screen, F1
corresponds to the internal temperature channel and F2 to the external
probe. Pressing these function keys will cause the channels to scroll between
“show” or “hide” channels displaying “show” will appear on the main screen
and channels displaying “hide” will not. Any number of channels between
zero and two may be shown.
Button pressing chain:
Main Screen -> F4 -> F1 -> F1(internal temp) or F2(external probe)
To change the size of displayed channels:
From the Main Screen, press the F4 key to enter the Setup Menu and from
this menu press the F1 key to enter the Display screen, then F4 to scroll to
the next screen. Here the F2 key will change the size of the channels viewed.
By pressing F2 repeatedly the size parameter will scroll between 3 sizes:
Small: Both channels can be displayed and appear much smaller than the
available screen space.
Medium: Both channels can be displayed and take up two-thirds of available
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Large: Both channels can be displayed and take up entire available screen
space.
Button pressing chain:
Main Screen -> F4 -> F1 -> F4 -> F2 repeatedly to scroll or UP and DOWN to
scroll
4.3 Checking the memory Status
A status icon appears on all screens representing memory, but further infor-
mation including percent memory left and number of readings taken can
also be viewed. From the Main Screen press the F1 key to enter the Status
screens then press F2 to view memory status information.
Button pressing chain:
Main Screen -> F1 -> F2
4.4 Checking power status
A battery status and external power status (if available) icon appear on all
screens, but percent battery power remaining and external power presence
as well as battery type, current battery voltage, and current external volt-
age can also be viewed. From the Main Screen press F4 to view the Device
Configuration Menu, F2 to access the power options, then F4 twice to view
the Power Status screen, including battery power percent remaining and
the presence of external power. Battery type and battery voltage are also
displayed, as well as external power voltage (if connected).
Button pressing chain:
Main Screen -> F4 -> F2 -> F4 -> F4
4.5 Changing the Contrast
The TCTemp2000’s LCD screen contrast values can be changed in two ways.
One method is outlined in the Function Reference Guide. A faster, simpler
way involves simultaneously pressing the CANCEL and UP or DOWN repeat-
edly in any screen.
Button pressing chain:
CANCEL + UP repeatedly (to increase) or DOWN repeatedly (to decrease)

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Section 5: TCTemp2000 Function Reference
5.1 Main Screen
The main screen of the TCTemp2000 features a real-time display of most
recently measured internal temperature and external probe data. At the bot-
tom of the main screen are tabs corresponding to each of the four function
keys. These tabs are used to access the four main function menus of the TC-
Temp2000: status, statistics, units, and setup. The left side of the main screen
and all subsequent screens of the device is where important status informa-
tion icons can be found (detailed in Section 3: Important Status Icons – page
5) including recording status, memory status, busy status, external power
status, and battery power status.
5.2 Status Menu
Pressing F1 on the main screen brings up the Status menu. The first screen
that appears in the Status Menu is Run Parameters, but the Memory Status
and Time screens can also be viewed by pressing the F2 and F3 keys respec-
tively.
5.2.i Run Parameters
The Run Parameters screen displays important information regarding the
device’s current recording session. These parameters include the time and
date the recording session started (start time and start date), the time and
date the recording session will end (stop date and stop time) due to either
lack of memory or preprogramming in the MadgeTech software. The rate
at which the TCTemp2000 is recording (rate) is also displayed. The device’s
current status (either running or stopped) is the last parameter on the Run
Parameters screen.
5.2.ii Memory Status
The Memory Status screen is where all information regarding the TC-
Temp2000’s memory. This screen displays the percent of memory space
currently available (memory left), the number of readings currently stored
on the device (readings), the maximum number of readings the device can
record (max readings), as well as information about the wrap feature display-
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5.2.iii Time
The time screen displays current time data including the current time and
date, time and date of last measured data, and current time zone.
5.3 Statistics Menu
Pressing the F2 key while in the Main Screen brings up the Statistics Menu.
From the Statistics Menu, statistics generated from the conditions encoun-
tered by the device can be viewed in a variety of different styles including
being sorted by channel and by type. The Statistics Menu also displays
important statistics information as well as the option to clear the statistics at
any time.
5.3.i Viewing statistics by channel
Pressing F1 while viewing the Statistics Menu brings up statistics sorted by
channel. Here the F1 and F2 keys provide the ability to view statistics re-
garding the internal ambient temperature and the external probe channels
respectively. Each channel screen displays the minimum, maximum, and
average values encountered by the device for a particular channel.
5.3.ii Viewing statistics by type
The TCTemp2000’s Statistics Menu also provides the option to view statistics
by type. This can be done by pressing F2 while in the Statistics Menu. Here
the function keys F1, F2, and F3 correspond to the three different types of
statistics: average, minimum, and maximum respectively. Each type screen
displays the values of internal temperature and the external probe data en-
countered by the device of the particular type.
5.3.iii Statistics Information
Pressing the F3 key while viewing the Statistics Menu screen brings up
Statistics Information. This screen displays the number of readings being
considered within the statistics (readings), as well as the date and time the
recording period began. From this screen the statistics information can also
be cleared. This is done by pressing the F1 key marked by a tab labeled
“CLEAR”. Upon pressing this key a confirmation message will appear with
function tabs labeled “NO” and “YES” corresponding to F1 and F2 respec-
tively. Selecting “YES” by pressing the F2 key will confirm the statistics clear
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5.4 Units
Pressing the F3 key while viewing the Main Screen will access the Units Selec-
tion screen. Here the measurement units can be easily changed. In the Units
Selection screen the F1 and F2 function keys correspond to the two channels
internal temperature and external probe respectively. Selecting a channel by
pressing its corresponding function key allows the user to change the units
by either pressing the function key repeatedly or using the UP and DOWN
keys to scroll through the list of available units. Selecting OK (either by press-
ing the OK button or the F4 key) accepts and confirms the unit selection.
Pressing the CANCEL key cancels the unit changing action and reverts to
the previously selected units. The TCTemp2000 offers most commonly used
units.
5.5 Setup Menu
Pressing the F4 key while in the Main Screen will display the Device Con-
figuration screen. From this menu, changes can be made to most of the
TCTemp2000’s display configuration including the screen contrast, size
of the channel view in the main screen, as well as display of the channels.
Power status can also be viewed including battery power remaining and the
presence of external power, and options regarding the LCD display and the
backlight can be modified. The setup menu is also the place to find basic
information regarding device identification, calibration parameters, and
firmware details.
5.5.i Display
From the Display section, the number and identity of channels shown on the
main screen can be changed and set, the LCD screen’s contrast values can be
changed and set, and the size the channel information appears on the main
screen can be changed and set. Pressing F1 while in the Setup Menu brings
up the Display section.
5.5.i.a Adjust Visibility
The first screen that appears in the Display section is the Adjust Visibility
screen. Here the F1 and F2 keys correspond to the internal temperature
and external probe channels respectively. Pressing one of these function
keys results in highlighting its corresponding channel function tab. While
a channel is highlighted the corresponding display function can be
toggled between “Hide” and “Show”, with “Hide” indicating that the
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that it will be shown. Channels can be toggled by either repeatedly press-
ing the channel’s corresponding function key or by using the UP and
DOWN keys.
5.5.i.b Display Configuration
By selecting “MORE” (either by pressing the F4 key on the Adjust Visibility
Screen or by pressing the OK button) in the Display section the Display
Configuration screen can be viewed. Here LCD screen contrast values can
be set as well as the size the channels are displayed on the Main Screen.
Contrast
To change the LCD screen contrast view while viewing the Display
Configuration screen, first select the contrast configuration parameter
by pressing the F1 key. This action will highlight the function tab
corresponding to the F1 key. Once this tab is highlighted the contrast
can be increased or decreased using the UP and DOWN keys.
Size
To change the size that each channel is displayed on the Main
Screen view while viewing the Display Configuration screen, first
select the size configuration parameter by pressing the F2 key. This
action will highlight the function tab corresponding to the F2 key.
Once this tab is highlighted the size can be increased or decreased
using the UP and DOWN keys. Sizes are as follows:
Small: Both channels can be displayed and appear much smaller
than the available screen space.
Medium: Both channels can be displayed and take up two-thirds of
available screen space.
Large: Both channels can be displayed and take up entire available
screen space.
5.5.ii Power
The Power section displays information regarding battery and external power
sources as well as giving options including display and backlight status that
could potentially save power and LED status options.
5.5.ii.a Power Modes
The power modes screen displays information regarding the display,
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Display
The TCTemp2000’s LCD screen has options to be either on
continuously or turn off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity. This
option can be changed by first pressing the F1 key to highlight the
display parameter configuration tab. Once the tab is highlighted the
option can be changed by pressing the F1 key repeatedly or using the
UP and DOWN keys to select either “On” or “Auto”.
Backlight
Like the display, the LCD screen’s backlight also has power saving
options. The backlight can be either on continuously, off, or set
to automatically shut off after 30 seconds of inactivity. This option
can be changed by first pressing the F2 key to highlight the back
light parameter configuration tab. Once the tab is highlighted the
option can be changed by pressing the F2 key repeatedly or using
the UP and DOWN keys to select either “On”, “Off” or “Auto”.
LED Modes
The function of the two LEDs on the upper left corner of the
TCTemp2000 can be regulated by first pressing the F3 key to
highlight the LED parameter configuration tab. Once the tab is
highlighted the option can be changed by pressing the F3 key
repeatedly or using the UP and DOWN keys to select either “Enabled”
meaning the LEDs will light to indicate device function or “Disabled”
meaning the LEDs will never light.
5.5.ii.b Display Update Mode
Selecting “MORE” by either pressing the F4 key or “OK” key while
viewing the Power Modes screen brings up the Display Update
Mode screen. On this screen, options relating to the refresh rate of
the screen are displayed. The F1 key toggles between ‘auto’ and
‘reading’ modes. In ‘auto’ mode, the display is updated periodically,
whereas in ‘reading’ mode, the display only updates after a reading is
taken. F2 selects the update period option. Pressing the “UP” and
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5.5.ii.c Power Status
Selecting “MORE” by either pressing the F4 key or the OK key while
viewing the Display Update Mode screen brings up the Power Status
screen. On this screen the battery type is displayed and should be
changed by the user based on whether a Lithium or Alkaline battery
is used in the TCTemp2000. This can be changed by first pressing
the F1 button to highlight the type parameter configuration tab.
Once the tab is highlighted, the battery type can be changed by
either pressing the F1 key repeatedly or by using the UP and DOWN
arrows to select the correct battery type. The percent battery power
remaining, external power presence, battery voltage and external
power voltage are also displayed on the Power Status screen.
5.5.iii Device Information
The F3 key in the Setup Menu displays the Device Information screens. Here
device identification information can be found including serial number, prod-
uct ID, revision, and subtype. Calibration parameters are also found under
device information including the date the device was last calibrated and when
it will be due for calibration again. Firmware details are also found here.
5.5.iii.a Device Range (Minimum)
The Minimum Device Range screen can be accessed by pressing the
F1 key while viewing the Device Information screen. This display
indicates the minimum values which the TCTemp2000 is capable of
detecting and logging, for the selected thermocouple type. Values
on this screen cannot be modified.
5.5.iii.b Device Range (Maximum)
The Maximum Device Range screen can be accessed by pressing the
F2 key while viewing the Minimum Device Range screen. This display
indicates the maximum values which the TCTemp2000 is capable
of detecting and logging, for the selected thermocouple type. Values
on this screen cannot be modified.
5.5.iii.c Calibration Parameters
Pressing F3 while in the Maximum or Minimum Device Range
screens will display the device calibration parameters. This screen
displays information indicating the most recent calibration date as
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It is important to keep your device properly calibrated to
ensure accurate readings.
5.5.iii.d Device Version
Pressing the F4 key while viewing the Maximum or Minimum Device
Range screens will display the Device Version screen, containing
information such as firmware revision number and communications
baud rate. Values on this screen cannot be modified.
5.5.iii.e Firmware Version
Firmware details can be viewed by pressing the F2 key while viewing
the Device Version screens. These details include the firmware version
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Section 6: TCTemp2000 Screen Descriptions
6.1 Main Screen:
Displays last measured values.
F1 = STATUS: goes to status screens
F2 = STATS: shows statistics menu
F3 = UNITS: goes to unit selection screen
F4 = SETUP: shows device configuration menu
CANCEL = no function
OK = no function
UP = scrolls channel readings (only available while using large text)
DOWN = scrolls channel readings (only available while using large text)
6.2 Status Screens (Run Parameters):
Displays information about run parameters including date of recording start
(start date), time of recording start (start time), stop date, stop time, recording
rate, and current status.
For all status screens:
F1 = RUN: displays run parameters screen
F2 = MEM: displays memory status screen
F3 = TIME: displays date and time screen
F4 = MORE: displays the second status screen
CANCEL = returns to main screen
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OK = returns to main screen
UP = no function
DOWN = no function
6.3 Status Screens (Memory Status):
Displays information about the device’s memory capabilities including percent
of memory available (memory left), number of readings taken so far (readings),
max number of readings (max readings), and wrap.
For all status screens:
F1 = RUN: displays run parameters screen
F2 = MEM: displays memory status screen
F3 = TIME: displays date and time screen
F4 = MORE: displays the second status screen
CANCEL = returns to main screen
OK = returns to main screen
UP = no function
DOWN = no function
6.4 Status Screens (Date and Time):
Displays current time and date as well as registered time and date and time zone
information.
For all status screens:
F1 = RUN: displays run parameters screen
F2 = MEM: displays memory status screen