MadgeTech X Series Specification sheet

TCTempX4LCD
TCTempX8LCD
4 and 8-Channel Thermocouple
Temperature Data Logger with
LCD Screen
PRODUCT
USER GUIDE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2Product Overview
2Thermocouple Connections
2Installation Guide
3Device Operation
3Device Functions
4Device Maintenance
5Need Help?
*Thermocouple Probes Sold Separately

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Product Overview
The TCTempX4LCD and TCTempX8LCD are four and eight
channel thermocouple data loggers with an LCD screen.
The device features on-screen minimum, maximum
and average statistics, as well as a user configurable
screen that allows for any combination of channels to be
displayed. The device accepts J, K, T, E, R, S, B and N type
thermocouples.
Display Overview
LCD Screen Overview
Status Indicators
Status LEDs
Communications
Port
Directional
Key Pad
Channel Inputs
LCD
Mounting
Holes
OK Key
Cancel Key
Status
Indicators
Screen
Title
Screen
Content
Thermocouple Connections
The TCTempX4LCD and TCTempX8LCD Series has 4 or 8 SMP
connections. These connections allow the user to insert
subminiature thermocouple plugs into the connectors on
the device. The diagram below shows how to connect the
individual thermocouples for each of the devices.
Warning: Note the polarity instructions. Do not attach wires to the
wrong terminals.
Thermocouple Channel Numbers
TC5 TC6 TC7 TC8
TC1 TC2 TC3 TC4
Installation Guide
Installing the Software
The Software can be downloaded from the MadgeTech
website at madgetech.com. Follow the instructions
provided in the Installation Wizard.
Battery Power
(Full, Half-full, Empty)
Memory Remaining
(Empty, Half-full, Full)
Device is running
Device is stopped
Delay Start
Push-button
(Manual) Start
Device reset
has occurred
External power
present

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Downloading Data from a Data Logger
1. Connect the logger to the interface cable.
2. Highlight the data logger in the Connected Devices list.
Click Stop on the menu bar.
3. Once the data logger is stopped, with the logger
highlighted, click Download. You then can create a
report from the saved Dataset.
4. Downloading will offload and save all the recorded
data to the PC.
Device Functions
Channel Options
Each of the TCTempX4LCD and TCTempX8LCD’s channels
have several options that are configurable by the user
through the device’s display screen menus and the
software.
Show or Hide Channels on the Home Screen
The user may choose to either show or hide channels on
the home screen.
To change channel visibility from the Home Screen:
1. Press to view first channel screen
2. Use to view additional channels
3. On desired channel screen use to highlight Visible
4. Use to choose Show or Hide
5. Press to return to the Home Screen
—OR—
1. Use to highlight desired channel
2. Press to view channel screen
3. Use to highlight Visible
4. Use to choose Show or Hide
5. Press to return to the Home Screen
Device Operation
Connecting and Starting the Data Logger
1. Once the software is installed and running, plug the
supplied USB-A to Micro USB cable into the data logger.
2. Connect the USB-A end of the cable into an open USB
port on the computer.
3. The device will appear in the Connected Devices list.
Highlight the desired data logger.
4. For most applications, select Custom Start from
the menu bar and choose the desired start method,
reading rate and other parameters appropriate for the
data logging application and click Start.
• Quick Start applies the most recent custom start
options
• Batch Start is used for managing multiple loggers
at once
• Real Time Start stores the dataset as it records
while connected to the logger
5. The status of the device will change to Running,
Waiting to Start or Waiting to Manual Start,
depending upon your start method.
6. Disconnect the data logger from the USB cable and
place it in the environment to measure.
Note: The device will stop recording data when the end of memory
is reached or the device is stopped. At this point the device cannot be
restarted until it has been re-armed by the computer.
Thermocouple Type
To change the thermocouple type:
1. In the Connected Devices panel, click the device
desired.
2. On the Device Tab, in the Information Group, click
Properties. Or, right-click the device and select
Properties in the context menu.
3. On the General Tab, change the Thermocouple type in
the drop down menu.
4. Apply these changes, there will be a prompt to reset
the device, select Yes.
Please note that the same thermocouple type must be used on all of
the channels.

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Change Channel Display Size
Channels may be viewed in a number of different sizes.
The smallest size allows for an overview of several
channels at once, while the largest gives at-a-glance
access to one or two channels.
To change channel display size from the Home Screen:
1. Press to enter the Main Menu
2. Use to highlight Setup Menu
3. Press to enter the Setup Menu
4. Use to highlight Channel Size
5. Use to choose the desired channel size
6. Press once to return to the Main Menu
7. Press again to return to the Home Screen
Change Channel Units
Channels can be customized
to display readings in a
variety of convenient units.
Units available for selection
will vary according to
channel type.
Note: Changing display units will not affect logged data.
To change channel display from the Home Screen:
1. Press to view first channel screen
2. Use to view additional channels
3. On desired channel screen use to highlight Units
4. Use to choose the desired unit option
5. Press to return to the Home Screen
—OR—
1. Use to highlight desired channel
2. Press to view channel screen
3. Use to highlight Units
4. Use to choose the desired unit option
5. Press to return to the Home Screen
Note: Press to update all channels.
LED Functionality
Primary LED (Green):
Flashes every 15 seconds when logging.
Flashes every 5 seconds when in delay start.
Flashes on key press.
Secondary LED (Red):
Flashes every 5 seconds when battery is low.
Flashes every 5 seconds when memory is low.
Channel LED (Blue):
Flashes when taking a reading per channel.
Device Maintenance
Battery Replacement
Materials: 3/32 inch HEX Driver (Allen Key) and a
Replacement Battery (U9VL-J)
1. Remove the cover from the device by unscrewing the
two screws.
2. Remove the battery from its compartment and unsnap
it from the connector.
3. Snap the new battery into the terminals and verify it is
secure.
4. Replace the cover taking care not to pinch the wires.
Screw the enclosure back together securely.
Note: Be sure not to over tighten the screws or strip the threads.
Recalibration
Recalibration is recommended annually. To send devices
back for calibration, visit madgetech.com.

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