MC USB-500 Series User manual

USB-500 Series
Quick Start & Reference Guide
Contents
System requirements and recommendations..........................................................................................................................................2
USB-501-PRO Safety Agreement......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installing the software............................................................................................................................................................................4
Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers ...............................................................................................................................................5
Running the USB-500 Data Logger Application and Help....................................................................................................................5
USB-501 LED functions........................................................................................................................................................................6
USB-501-TC, USB-501-TC-LCD, and USB-501-RCG LED functions ...............................................................................................7
USB-501-TC-LCD display ....................................................................................................................................................................8
USB-501-LT LED functions..................................................................................................................................................................9
USB-502 and USB-502-PLUS LED functions....................................................................................................................................10
USB-502-LCD LED functions.............................................................................................................................................................11
USB-502-LCD display.........................................................................................................................................................................12
USB-503 and USB-504 LED functions...............................................................................................................................................13
USB-505 LED functions......................................................................................................................................................................14
Battery safety and power-saving guidelines.........................................................................................................................................15
Replacing the battery............................................................................................................................................................................16
Recharging the USB-501-RCG battery................................................................................................................................................19
How to contact technical support.........................................................................................................................................................19

System requirements and recommendations USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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System requirements and recommendations
PC with Pentium® II-class processor, 450 MHz (Pentium III class processor, 650 MHz or
higher recommended)
Windows XP (SP2), Windows Vista, Windows 7, 32 & 64-bit versions
Microsoft .NET framework 2.0 or greater (included on CD)
CD-ROM drive
VGA or higher resolution monitor (Super VGA recommended)
Microsoft® mouse or compatible pointing device (recommended)
At least 5 Mb of free storage
Microsoft Excel 2000 or greater (optional)
Important! Install the USB-500 Data Logger Application software before plugging your USB-500
Series data logger into a USB port on your computer.
Notice
Measurement Computing Corporation does not authorize any Measurement Computing Corporation
product for use in life support systems and/or devices without prior written consent from
Measurement Computing Corporation. Life support devices/systems are devices or systems which, a)
are intended for surgical implantation into the body, or b) support or sustain life and whose failure to
perform can be reasonably expected to result in injury. Measurement Computing Corporation
products are not designed with the components required, and are not subject to the testing required to
ensure a level of reliability suitable for the treatment and diagnosis of people.

System requirements and recommendations USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501-PRO Safety Agreement
PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS USB-500 QUICK START GUIDE, WHICH SHOULD BE
KEPT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. PASS THE USB-500 QUICK START GUIDE ON TO
THOSE WHO USE THIS DEVICE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE USB-501-PRO WITHOUT
READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE DOCUMENTATION. THIS PRODUCT IS CAPABLE
OF MEASURING HIGH TEMPERATURES. THE CORRECT PROCEDURES ARE REQUIRED
TO AVOID INJURY. IF THERE IS ANY DOUBT AS TO THE SAFETY OR APPLICATION -
STOP! AND CONSULT A QUALIFIED EXPERT.
The USB-501-PRO is a professional measuring instrument, designed to record TEMPERATURE.
Care must be taken when:
1. Removing the USB-501-PRO from extreme environments - The logger is metal and will retain
heat or will remain cold when it has been removed from the environment under measurement.
Personal protection, such as suitable heat resistant gloves or tools must be used to remove the
logger from any environment. Refer to the product specifications for the maximum and
minimum temperatures in which the logger can be used.
2. Replacing batteries - Always operate the USB-501-PRO and replace its batteries according to
the instructions. The USB-501-PRO will work in extreme temperatures. However, many
batteries will not work at these extremes. Serious injury can result if the replacement battery is
not designed for use within the full operating temperature range of the USB-501-PRO. Never
replace the battery with any battery not specified for use with this device by Measurement
Computing Corporation. Contact Measurement Computing if you are unable to find the correct
battery.

Installing the software USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Installing the software
Follow these steps to install the USB-500 Data Logger Application on your computer.
1. Insert the USB-500 Data Logger Application CD into your computer's CD drive. If the CD
does not start automatically, run setup.exe from the root of the CD.
A Preparing to Install… dialog opens momentarily. If the Microsoft .NET framework is not
installed on the system, its setup program starts, followed by a Welcome... dialog that starts the
USB-500 Data Logging Application installation program.
2. Click Next>. A Destination Folder dialog opens.
To install the software in the default folder, click Next>.
To install the software in a different folder, click Change… button, enter the new location on
the Change Current Destination Folder dialog, click OK button, and then click Next>.
A Ready to Install the Program dialog opens.
3. Click Install. An Installing USB 500 Data Logger Application dialog opens and remains open
while the software installs. An Installation Completed dialog opens when the software finishes
installing. Click Finish. The installation is complete.

Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Installing USB-500 Series Data Loggers
Follow these steps to install USB-500 Series Data Loggers on your computer. Make sure you have
already installed the software.
Important! To avoid damaging your USB-500 Series data logger, do not disconnect it from the
USB port while it is communicating with the PC, such as when you are setting up the
data logger or downloading data from it.
Note: Before connecting a USB-501-LT to the computer, remove the plastic tab
from the side of the device to activate the battery.
1. Insert your USB-500 Series device into a USB port on your computer.
A Found New Hardware Wizard opens.
2. Click Install the software automatically, and then click Next>.
Another Found New Hardware Wizard dialog opens while it searches for the software. Once
the software is found, the last Found New Hardware Wizard dialog opens, telling you the
installation is complete.
3. Click Finish.
Running the USB-500 Data Logger Application and Help
To run the USB-500 Data Logger Application, select Programs ►Measurement Computing ►
USB-500 ►USB-500 from the Start menu.
You can open the online help from either the computer's Start menu or from within the application:
To open the online help from the Start menu, select the USB-500 Help option from the
Programs ►Measurement Computing ►USB-500 folder.
To open the online help from within the application, pull down the Help menu and select Help
Topics.
Refer to the USB-500 help file for detailed information on the functions of the USB-500 Data
Logger Application.

USB-501 LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501 LED functions
The USB-501 has two LEDs. The red/green LED flashes green when there is no alarm,
and flashes red to indicate an alarm reading. The amber LED flashes when the USB-501
data memory is full, and when the battery charge is low.
Green
LED
When the green LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-501 is logging with no
alarms. No action is needed.
When the green LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, the USB-501 starts logging at the date
and time you set.
Red LED
When the red LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-501 is logging with a low
alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When the red LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, the USB-501 is logging with a high
alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
If both alarms have Hold selected, the LED only applies to the first alarm condition detected.
Red/green
and
amber
LEDs
When the amber LED flashes concurrently with the red or green LED, the USB-501's memory
is full and it can store no more readings. An alarm condition is indicated by the green or red
LED.
You need to download data from the device.
Amber
LED
When the amber LED flashes once every 60 seconds, the USB-501's battery charge is low.
The device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored.
You need to replace the battery and then download data from the device.
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the USB-501 into the PC and run the USB-500 software to
find out which condition applies and then take the corresponding action.
If logging is not set up, then set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new
battery.

USB-501-TC, USB-501-TC-LCD, and USB-501-RCG LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501-TC, USB-501-TC-LCD, and USB-501-RCG LED functions
The USB-501-TC, USB-501-TC-LCD, and USB-501-RCG each have two LEDs—one that flashes green and the
other that flashes red. The red LED flashes to indicate an alarm reading.
USB-501-TC-LEDs USB-501-TC-LCD LEDs USB-501-RCG LEDs
Green LED
When the green LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the device is logging with no alarms.
No action is needed.
When the green LED flashes once every 20 seconds, the device battery charge is low. The
device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored. You need to replace the
battery.
When the green LED flashes twice every 20 seconds, the device memory is full, and no
alarm condition. You need to download data from the device.
When the green LED flashes once every 30 seconds, the device starts logging at the date
and time you set.
Red LED
When the red LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the device is logging with a low alarm.
The action you take depends on your application.
When the red LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, the device is logging with a high
alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When the red LED flashes once every 20 seconds, the battery charge is low and it has a
low alarm, but it continues logging. Replace the battery and download data.
When the red LED flashes twice every 20 seconds, the battery charge is low and it has a
high alarm, but it continues logging. Replace the battery and download data.
Red and
green LEDs
When the red and green LEDs both flash once every 20 seconds, the device memory is full,
and a high or low alarm condition exists. You need to download data from the device. If both
the high and low alarms have Hold selected, the LED only applies to the first alarm condition
detected.
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the device into the PC and run the USB-500 software to
find out which condition applies and then take the corresponding action. If logging is not set
up, then set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new battery.

USB-501-TC-LCD display USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501-TC-LCD display
The USB-501-TC-LCD's high contrast LCD displays temperature information as well as the logging
status. You can configure the LCD to be always on, always off, or on when the LCD button is
pressed.
By pressing the LCD button you can cycle between the current measured temperature data and the
values stored during the current logging session. The data display in the following sequence:
Current temperature (ºF or ºC)
Maximum stored temperature (ºF or ºC)
Minimum stored temperature (ºF or ºC)
The LCD also displays the status of the logging indicators. Refer to the table below for an
explanation of the logging status indicators:
LCD status icon Logger status Explanation
Delayed start Displays when the logger is configured to start logging at a
specific date and time. If the LCD is configured to display for
30 seconds after the button is pressed, then this will only be
shown after the LCD button is pressed.
Push to start Displays when the logger is configured for "push to start"
logging. This icon flashes on the display until the LCD button
is pressed.
Logging Displays for three seconds when the LCD mode is set to
"Always off" and the LCD button is pressed.
Stopped Displays for three seconds when the LCD button is pressed
even though the device is not configured to log data.

USB-501-LT LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Red/Green
LED
LED
button
USB-501-LT LED functions
The USB-501-LT has one LED which can flash either red or green. You must
press the LED button to make the LED flash. The LED flashes red to indicate
an alarm reading.
Green LED
When you press the LED button and the LED flashes green once, the USB-501-LT is
logging with no alarms. No action is needed.
Red LED
When you press the LED button and the LED flashes red once, the USB-501-LT is
logging with a low alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When you press the LED button and the LED flashes red twice, the USB-501-LT is
logging with a high alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
If both alarms have Hold selected, the LED only applies to the first alarm condition
detected.
No LED
When you press the LED button and the LED does not flash, plug the USB-501-LT into
the PC and run the USB-500 software to find out which condition applies and then take
the corresponding action.
If logging is not set up, then set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new
battery.

USB-502 and USB-502-PLUS LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Red/Green
LED (°C/°F)
Red/Green
LED (%rh)
USB-502 and USB-502-PLUS LED functions
The USB-502 and USB 502-PLUS each have two LEDs—each of which flash either
red or green. One LED represents temperature (ºC/ºF), and the other represents
relative humidity (%rh). An LED flashes red to indicate an alarm reading.
Green
LEDs
When each LED alternately flashes green once every 10 seconds, the USB-502/502-PLUS is
logging with no alarms. No action is needed.
When each LED alternately flashes green twice every 10 seconds, the USB-502/502-PLUS
will start logging at the date and time you set.
When each LED alternately flashes green three times every 10 seconds, the logger's memory
is full, and can store no more readings.You need to download data from the device.
Red
LEDs
When an LED flashes red once every 10 seconds, the USB-502/502-PLUS is logging with a
low alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When an LED flashes red twice every 10 seconds, the USB-502/502-PLUS is logging with a
high alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When each LED alternately flashes red three times every 10 seconds, both readings have an
alarm condition, and the logger's memory is full and can store no more readings.You need
to download data from the device.
When both LEDs flash red simultaneously once every 60 seconds, the logger's battery
charge is low. The device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored. Replace the
battery and then download data from the device.
If both alarms have Hold selected, the LED only applies to the first alarm condition detected.
Both red
and
green
LEDs
When one LED flashes green three times and the other LED alternately flashes red three times
every 10 seconds, the red LED indicates a reading with an alarm condition. The logger's
memory is full and can store no more readings.Download data from the device.
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the USB-502/502-PLUS into the PC and run the USB-500
software to find out which condition applies, and then take the corresponding action.
If logging is not set up, set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new battery.

USB-502-LCD LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Red/Green
LED (%rh) Red/Green
LED (°C/°F)
LCD button
LCD
USB-502-LCD LED functions
The USB-502-LCD has two LEDs—each of which flash either red or green. One
LED represents temperature (ºC/ºF), and the other relative humidity (%rh). An LED
flashes red to indicate an alarm reading. The LCD can display temperature and
humidity data all of the time or when the LCD button is pressed, depending on its
configuration.
Green
LEDs
When a green LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD is logging with no
alarms. The last stored readings are within the set alarm limits. No action is needed.
When a green LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD starts logging at the
date and time you have set.
When a green LED flashes three times every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD's memory is
full and it can store no more readings.You need to download data from the device.
If Hold is selected, a flashing green LED indicates that no alarm condition has been logged
during the current logging session.
Red LEDs
When a red LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD is logging with a low
alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When a red LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD is logging with a high
alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When a red LED flashes three times every 10 seconds, the USB-502-LCD has an alarm
condition and its memory is full.You need to download data from the device.
When the red LEDs simultaneously flash once every 60 seconds, the USB-502-LCD's
battery charge is low. The device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored. You
need to replace the battery and then download data from the device.
If both alarms have Hold selected, the alarm condition may have been triggered at any point
during the current logging session.
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the USB-502-LCD into the PC and run the USB-500
software to find out which condition applies. If logging is not set up, then set up logging. If the
battery is depleted, then install a new battery.

USB-502-LCD display USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-502-LCD display
The USB-502-LCD's high contrast LCD displays temperature and humidity information as well as
the logging status. You can configure the LCD to be always on, always off, or on when the LCD
button is pressed.
By pressing the LCD button you can cycle between the current measured temperature and humidity
data and the values stored during the current logging session. The data display in the following
sequence:
Current temperature (ºF or ºC)
Current relative humidity (% rh)
Maximum stored temperature (ºF or ºC)
Minimum stored temperature (ºF or ºC)
Maximum stored relative humidity (% rh)
Minimum stored relative humidity (% rh)
The LCD also displays the status of the logging indicators. Refer to the table below for an
explanation of the logging status indicators:
LCD status icon Logger status Explanation
Delayed start Displays when the logger is configured to start logging at a
specific date and time. If the LCD is configured to display for
30 seconds after the button is pressed, then this will only be
shown after the LCD button is pressed.
Push to start Displays when the logger is configured for "push to start"
logging. This icon flashes on the display until the LCD button
is pressed.
Logging Displays for three seconds when the LCD mode is set to
"Always off" and the LCD button is pressed.
Stopped Displays for three seconds when the LCD button is pressed
even though the device is not configured to log data.

USB-503 and USB-504 LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Red
LED
Green
LED
USB-503 and USB-504 LED functions
The USB-503 and USB-504 have two LEDs—one that flashes green and the other that
flashes red. The red LED flashes to indicate an alarm reading.
Green
LED
When the green LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504 is logging with
no alarms. No action is needed.
When the green LED flashes once every 20 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504's battery charge
is low. The device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored. You need to replace
the battery.
When the green LED flashes twice every 20 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504's memory is
full, and no alarm condition. You need to download data from the device.
When the green LED flashes once every 30 seconds the USB-503/USB-504 starts logging at
the date and time you set
Red LED
When the red LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504 is logging with a
low alarm. The action you take depends on your application.
When the red LED flashes twice every 10 seconds, is logging with a high alarm. The action
you take depends on your application.
When the red LED flashes once every 20 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504's battery charge is
low and it has a low alarm, but it continues logging. Replace the battery and download data.
When the red LED flashes twice every 20 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504's battery charge
is low and it has a high alarm, but it continues logging. Replace the battery and download
data.
Red and
green
LEDs
When the red and green LEDs both flash once every 20 seconds, the USB-503/USB-504's
memory is full, and a high or low alarm condition exists. You need to download data from the
device.
If both alarms have Hold selected, the LED only applies to the first alarm condition detected.
No LEDs
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the USB-503/USB-504 into the PC and run the USB-500
software to find out which condition applies and then take the corresponding action.
If logging is not set up, then set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new
battery.

USB-505 LED functions USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Red
LED
Green
LED
USB-505 LED functions
The USB-505 has two LEDs—one that flashes green and the other that flashes red. The red
LED flashes to indicate an alarm reading.
Green
LED
Green LED
When the green LED flashes once every 10 seconds, the USB-505 is logging with no
alarms. No action is needed.
When the green LED flashes once every 20 seconds, the USB-505's battery charge is low.
The device continues logging, but alarm conditions are ignored. You need to replace the
battery.
When the green LED flashes twice every 20 seconds, the USB-505's memory is full, and no
alarm condition. You need to download data from the device.
Red LED
Red LED
When the red LED flashes, the USB-505 is logging an event, state change, or count.
No LEDs
No LEDs
When no LEDs are flashing, plug the USB-505 into the PC and run the USB-500 software to
find out which condition applies and then take the corresponding action.
If logging is not set up, then set up logging. If the battery is depleted, then install a new
battery.

Battery safety and power-saving guidelines USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Battery safety and power-saving guidelines
Remove worn-out batteries immediately. Replace with the battery type recommended for your
USB-500 Series data logger:
oThe USB-501, USB-501-TC, USB-502, USB-502-PLUS, USB-502-LCD, USB-503,
USB-504 and USB-505 use a 3.6 V, ½AA lithium battery.
oThe USB-501-PRO uses a 3.6 V, ⅔AA lithium battery.
oThe USB-501-LT uses a CR1620 lithium button cell battery.
Be careful when handling batteries to avoid damaging the battery casing in any way. Keep
batteries away from heat, and do not try to recharge them.
Follow local regulations when recycling or disposing of batteries.
Keep batteries out of reach of children.
A USB-500 Series data logger that is connected to the USB port uses more battery power than
normal. Do not leave the data logger connected to the USB port for longer than necessary.
Remove batteries if you don't plan on using a USB-500 Series data logger for over a month.

Replacing the battery USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Replacing the battery
Complete the following steps to replace the 3.6 V ½AA lithium battery in these data loggers:
USB-501 USB-502 USB-503
USB-501-TC USB-502-PLUS USB-504
USB-501-TC-LCD USB-502-LCD USB-505
1. Disconnect the data logger from the computer.
2. Using a small, flathead screwdriver, move the screwdriver in
the direction of the arrow and push down the tab. Do not to
push the tab down too far to avoid damaging the tab.
3. While the tab is pushed down, carefully pull apart the two
sections of the data logger.
4. Remove the old battery and dispose of it in accordance with
local regulations. Heed any warnings on the battery casing.
5. Insert a new ½AA battery in the battery compartment.
Make sure the battery is aligned to the correct polarity
symbols in the compartment.
6. Slide the two data logger sections back together until you hear
a click, which indicates that the sections are snapped together
correctly.
After you replace the battery, connect the data logger to your PC and download any data stored
in the logger device.

Replacing the battery USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501-PRO
Complete the following steps to replace the 3.6 V ⅔AA lithium battery in the USB-501-PRO.
1. Disconnect the data logger from the computer.
2. Remove the end cap from the bottom of the logger using a coin or flathead screwdriver.
3. Remove the old battery and dispose of it in accordance with local regulations. Heed any
warnings on the battery casing.
4. Insert a new ⅔AA battery in the battery compartment.
5. Screw the end cap onto the logger.
After you replace the battery, connect the data logger to your PC and download any data stored in
the logger device.
We recommend that you replace the battery every year, or prior to logging critical data. Stored
readings are not lost when the battery is discharged or replaced; the data logging process will
however be stopped and cannot be re-started until the battery has been replaced and the logged data
has been downloaded to PC.
Caution! The 3.6 V ⅔AA lithium battery supplied with the USB-501-PRO is rated for use in
high temperatures and has the correct battery terminals. Using a different battery type
may result in fire or explosion at high temperatures.
Always operate the USB-501-PRO and replace its batteries according to the
instructions. The USB-501-PRO will work in extreme temperatures. However, many
batteries will not work at these extremes. Serious injury can result if the replacement
battery is not designed for use within the full operating temperature range of the USB-
501-PRO. Never replace the battery with any battery not specified for use with this
device by Measurement Computing Corporation. Contact Measurement Computing if
you are unable to find the correct battery.

Replacing the battery USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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USB-501-LT
Complete the following steps to replace the CR1620 lithium button cell battery in the USB-501-LT.
1. Disconnect the data logger from the computer.
2. Remove the screw using a small Phillips screwdriver.
3. Open slightly, and pull the top housing away from the bottom
housing.
The battery is located on the underside of the circuit board.
4. Remove the circuit board from the housing.
5. Remove the old battery by pushing in the direction of the arrow on
the battery guard. Dispose of the old battery in accordance with
local regulations. Heed any warnings on the battery casing.
6. With the positive terminal facing away from the circuit board,
slide a new CR1620 lithium battery beneath the battery guard.
7. Place the circuit board on the housing bottom.
8. Replace the top housing, and replace the screw.
After you replace the battery, connect the USB-501-LT to your PC and download any data stored
in the logger device.

Recharging the USB-501-RCG battery USB-500 Series Data Loggers
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Recharging the USB-501-RCG battery
You should recharge the USB-501-RCG battery when either the device or the USB-500 software
indicates a low battery state.
When the LEDs indicate that the USB-501-RCG battery needs recharging, recharge the battery
immediately. If a battery is completely depleted, all previously logged readings are stored
securely inside the data logger, but no new readings are being taken.
The USB-500 software detects if the battery needs recharging when the USB-501-RCG is
communicating with your computer.
If you see a battery is low warning, the USB-501-RCG still operates in this state, but the
battery has a very limited life.
If you see a battery is critically low warning, the USB-501-RCG has stored any readings taken
and safely shut itself down. No more readings are logged and you must recharge the battery.
Caution Do not try to open the logger to replace the battery.
Do not use any source other than a standard USB port to recharge.
The battery starts recharging when connected to an active USB port, and indicates it is recharging
with a solid red LED. A full recharge can take up to five hours – depending on the previous level of
discharge. When fully charged, the green LED is solid.
Only recharge the battery at room temperature.
The capacity of the battery reduces over time – the typical lifespan of the battery is 300 – 500
recharge cycles.
How to contact technical support
Measurement Computing Corp., 10 Commerce Way, Suite 1008, Norton, MA 02766
Phone: [phone] and follow the instructions for reaching Tech Support.
Fax: [phone] to the attention of Tech Support
Email: [email protected]

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