Mikster Loggicar C User manual

Transport temperature and humidity logger.
v4.3

Operating Manual Loggicar –C v4.3
Contents.
1. Introduction. ................................................................................. 2
2. Operation description..................................................................... 2
3. Technical specifications. ................................................................. 3
4. Loggicar –C package contents......................................................... 4
5. Logger construction........................................................................ 6
6. Logger installation.......................................................................... 6
7. Keypad with display ....................................................................... 7
8. Display. ......................................................................................... 8
9. First installation. ............................................................................ 9
10. Connecting the measurement sensors. .......................................... 12
11. Adding (logging in) sensors Loggicar C............................................ 14
12. Logger setting (configuration). ...................................................... 17
12.1Date and time.............................................................................. 17
12.2 Logging frequency (SAMPLE)......................................................... 18
12.3 Header........................................................................................ 20
12.4 Footer......................................................................................... 22
12.5 System language.......................................................................... 23
12.6 Initialization ................................................................................ 25
13. Sensor configuration. ................................................................... 26
13.1 Adding (logging in) sensors ........................................................... 26
13.2 Deleting sensors .......................................................................... 27
13.3 Logged in sensors list.................................................................... 28
13.4 Setting alarm thresholds............................................................... 30
13.5 Sensor labels (Sensor name) ......................................................... 33
14. Printouts..................................................................................... 34
14.1 Latest delivery report ................................................................... 35
14.2 Delivery report from list................................................................ 36
14.3 “Date to date” period report......................................................... 38
14.4 Settings report............................................................................. 40
15. Delivery logging ........................................................................... 41
16. Connecting the Loggicar-C logger to a computer ............................. 42
17. Printout description ..................................................................... 44
18. Reservations and notes ................................................................ 45
19. Copyrights................................................................................... 45
20. EC Declaration of Conformity ........................................................ 46
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1. Introduction.
LOGGICAR-C was designed for the purposes of monitoring parameters, such as
temperature and humidity of products transported in refrigerated trucks –
according to the Commission Regulation (EC) No. 37/2005.
Reading this manual will increase your satisfaction with the reliable operation, low
cost and safe use of the product.
2. Operation description.
The logger has 4 measurement channels to connect temperature or temperature
and humidity sensors and 4 digital channels to connect door opening sensors. The
device provides full control over the refrigerated truck.
The logger is equipped with a report printer in order to print out a delivery report
for the customer or control authorities.
The memory of the logger (non-volatile) enables storing ca. 32000 measurements.
When the memory is full, older results are deleted to make space for newer ones
(overwriting).
The contents of the memory can be downloaded and archived using the Loggisoft LC
software (optional).
Breakdown of memory capacity depending on logging frequency is included in par.
3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS below.
The built-in OLED screen provides for easy operation and local display
of measurements.
The software of the logger enables setting alert thresholds (lower/upper threshold) –
if these values are exceeded, the display will blink and the event will be shown on
the printed report.
Printing paper is the only operational cost generated by the logger.
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3. Technical specifications.
Overall dimensions
105 x 75 x 45 mm
Weight
0.5 kg
Protection rating
IP 21
Power supply*
12-24 V
From the lighter port
Battery power supply
7.4V; 1500mAh
Li-Ion battery
Battery life
24 hours
Without printing
Logger memory**
98000 samples
Logging frequency
1-180 min.
Printer
thermal
Printing paper
Fi=30 mm
L=56 mm
Measurement channels
4
For temperature and humidity
sensors
Digital channels
4
For door opening sensors
*- In the case of connecting the logger directly to the car battery, an internal power supply unit, cat.
no. C228 made by MIKSTER is required.
** - Example of memory capacity depending on logging (sampling) frequency.
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Breakdown of logged data, depending on sampling frequency.
Sampling frequency
Logging days
5 min
340
10 min
680
15 min
1020
30 min
2041
4. Loggicar –C package contents.
Loggicar-C logger.
USB/mini USB cable: For PC connection
to download recorded data (using the LOGGISOFT LC software).
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LCE-01 sensors connection cable: For connecting sensors to the logger.
LLC-01 car charger: Input voltage - 12V-24V DC, output voltage - 9V DC
Battery: Li-ion 7.4V / 1500mAh.
Thermal paper: width 56mm, diameter 30 mm.
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5. Logger construction.
Thermal paper dispenser
Keypad with display
9V power supply
Mini USB port
COM service port
LCE-01 block connection port
6. Logger installation
The Loggicar –C logger is a mobile device, therefore a specific mounting point is not
specified. The user should install the logger in such a way as to enable safe operation
of the vehicle and the logger during driving and parking. An industrial hook-and-loop
fastener is provided with the logger. The fastener does not guarantee stable and
permanent installation of the device on the vehicle, it only prevent movement. The
strength holding down the logger depends on the cleanness of the surface, its type
and installation accuracy. If the logger does not seem appropriately fixed, it should
be installed in a different place. The logger can be installed in car holders for mobile
devices.
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Recommended location for the industrial fastener
NOTE!
The hook-and-loop fastener should not be stuck on the battery cover –this
may result in the cover falling off and unwanted movement of the logger.
7. Keypad with display
Battery charge status LED
“Delivery start” button
“On/Off”
button
“Delivery start” button
Display “Delivery end” button
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Note!
The buttons have the following additional functions.
-Open system menu, back to previous function
-confirm selection
- increase the value, move the cursor “up”
- decrease the value, move the cursor “down”
8. Display.
Currently
displayed
measurement
Current sensor
reading
Battery level or Loggicar
–R operating
temperature (displayed
alternatively)
Clock
Event icon
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Even icons:
Icon Description
Out of paper
Delivery
Alarm
Battery status
9. First installation.
-Insert the battery into the logger
Note!
First charging is recommended to last until the green LED lights up on the
device keypad. The red LED informs you that the battery is charging. In
order to maintain the best battery life, do not completely discharge the
battery.
- Insert the thermal paper into the dispenser.
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Note!
Thermal paper can only be printed on one side. If the print is not visible, turn the
paper roll around.
- Connect the logger to power supply
The LCC-01 car charger connected to the car lighter port is typically use for
power supply.
There is an option to use the vehicle electrical wiring for power supply by using
the LCPS-01 power supply unit
or the LCWPS-01 wall plug charger.
LCPS-01 power supply unit LCWPS-01 wall plug charger
The LCPS-01 and the LCC-02 charger can be purchased separately.
Switch on the logger by pressing .
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After the display lights up, set up the logger by selecting basic system parameters,
such as language, date and time.
Follow the instructions and drawings below.
Use the buttons to select system language.
Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to set the day, month, year, hour and minute of
the system clock.
Confirm each selection by pressing .
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Note!
After these settings, the logger is ready
for connecting the sensors.
10. Connecting the measurement sensors.
Connect the temperature sensor cable to the port in the logger enclosure.
Make the following connections, depending on the type of the sensors.
Note!
Connect leads marked with A to the port with a similar A marking –connect the B
lead in a similar fashion.
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LCT-01 sensor connection method.
LCT (H)-02 sensors connection method.
Note!
In order for the device to recognise the sensors, add the sensors to the list of logged
in sensors –see par. 11.
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Installation notes.
The measurement element of the sensors should be installed in the cargo section of
the vehicle in such a way as to limit the unwanted effects of the external factors on
the accuracy of the measurement. In case of a one sensor layout, install the sensor
in the 2/3 of the length of the cargo section, from the driver’s cab. In the case of a
two sensor layout, install the sensors in the 1/3 and 2/3 of the cargo section.
Suggested mounting height form the floor: 1.5 m.
Allow at least 50 cm distance from the internal light source.
11. Adding (logging in) sensors Loggicar C
In case only one temperature or temperature and humidity sensor is connected
to the device, the logger automatically adds the sensor to the list.
In case more sensors are connected to the logger, add sensors manually by
following the procedure and drawings below.
Selection:
Press .
Use the buttons to select the SENSOR menu.
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Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to select the number of the sensor to be logged in.
Confirm by pressing .
Note!
If you cannot find the number of the sensor you wish to log in on the list, check the
connection of the sensors –see par. 10.
Description of sensor markings.
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Sensor number
Sensor type
T - temperature
H - humidity
D - digital sensor for logging events such as:
-door opening/closing
-unit on/off
-thawing on/off
Note!
Sensor number is provided on its enclosure.
After following this procedure, the sensor is ready for use.
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12. Logger setting (configuration).
12.1 Date and time
Selection: Press .
Use the buttons to select the SETTINGS menu.
Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to select the TIME menu.
Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to set the day, month, year, hour and minute of
the system clock.
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Confirm each selection by pressing .
12.2 Logging frequency (SAMPLE)
Data logging in the device is carried out by regular storing of measured values in
the non-volatile memory.
The period between each of the measurements is called the sampling frequency
–SAMPLE.
In practice, the sampling frequency depends on the transport time and is usually
in the range of 5–60 minutes.
Selection:
Press .
Use the buttons to select the SETTINGS menu.
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Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to select SAMPLE.
Confirm by pressing .
Use the buttons to set the sampling frequency.
Confirm by pressing .
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