Novus TagTemp-Stick User manual

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TagTemp-S
TEMPERATURE DATA LOGGER - INSTRUCTION MANUAL V1.0x
1INTRODUCTION
TagTemp-S is an electronic temperature recorder. The temperature
measured by the sensor is recorded in equipment internal memory.
This data is transferred through a smartphone equipped with an
embedded NFC interface or by an NFC interface connected to a
computer through an USB port (both not included).
LogChart-NFC application for ANDROID™ and the Nx Software for
Windows® are the tools used to configure the operating mode,
transfer and display data. The acquisition start and end parameters,
logging interval, setpoint alarms and other parameters can be easily
defined using these applications.
The operating manual and Nx Software can be downloaded from
the manufacturer's website. The ANDROID™ LogChart-NFC app
can be downloaded from Google Play Store.
2MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
TagTemp-S can be installed using a double-sided adhesive tape on
the back of the device, taking care not to stick it over the
identification tag. Another way is to use the blister hole to attach the
transmitter.
3TECHNICAL FEATURES
Operating
temperature -30 °C to 60 °C
Storage
temperature From -30 °C to 65 °C.
Measuring range Temperature: -30.0 °C to +60.0 °C.
Accuracy of
measurement
±1 °C max. over the full measuring range.
Note: You can correct the measurement
error in the OFFSET parameter using the
configuration software.
Measurement
resolution Temperature: 0.1 °C / 0.1 °F
Memory Capacity 4020 registers.
Interval between
Measurements 1 minute min.
4 hours max. (240 minutes).
Power Supply 3.0 V lithium battery (CR2032), built-in,
non-replaceable.
Battery life
(estimated) Above 2 years at a 5-minute acquisition interval.
Dimensions 37 x 57 x 8 mm
RF Interface ISO 15693 (NFC-V) compatible.
Data transfer time
between register
and smartphone
Approx. 20 seconds (
depends on the
smartphone processing speed).
LogChart-NFC
Application ANDROID™ version: 4.0 or above.
Languages: Portuguese or English.
NFC interface for
the computer
USB to NFC
interface (optional),
compatible with Nx Software for
Windows®.
Case Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Degree of protection
All electronics are protected by the
housing. IP65 compatible.
Certification CE

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4OPERATION
To operate the device, the user must install the Nx Software
program or the LogChart-NFC application according to the
instructions given in sections 5 and 6 of this manual.
To communicate with the TagTemp-S, you must put your
smartphone or an NFC interface next to the device. The range of
communication is a few centimeters, being a characteristic limitation
of NFC technology.
If the computer has not been communicating for a long time and if it
is in circular log mode, it is recommended to stop the operation first.
To do this, simply press the Stop button through the Nx Software or
the LogChart-NFC configuration software.
4.1 Memory Modes
There are two ways to program the use of device memory:
•Memory Full: Logs stop when there is no more free memory.
•Circular Memory: When reaching the end of the memory, it
continues recording, overwriting the oldest records.
Logging must begin with Nx Software or LogChart-NFC
applications.
The log stop can be one of the following (whichever comes first): full
memory (when this mode of memory usage is configured); a
smartphone command or; by pressing the application button or by
NX Software TagTemp-S.
Note: The start and stop of the data record can be set using the
button on the device, when set in that way through the computer or
smartphone.
4.2 Luminous Notification
TagTemp-S has a LED that indicates its operation:
•One flash every 10 seconds: active;
•Two flashes every 10 seconds: recording;
•Three flashes every 10 seconds: active alarm;
•A quick flash followed by a slow flash: start or end of the records.
If the LED is always off, it can be for one of the following reasons:
•Registration has stopped.
•It is set to low power mode.
•The battery has run out.
Note: The LED flashing is intentionally weak and can be difficult to
see in bright places.
Start Delay
The Start Delay is a start-up delay, set by the user, in which
TagTemp-S will wait before starting the logs. During this delay time,
the LED flashes every 5 seconds.
Button
The button, located on the front of the product, can be used to
start or stop data logging, according to the settings.
To give the command to start or stop logs, press this button until the
LED turns on and then release it before it goes out.
If the LED goes off before releasing the button, the command will not
be validated and the button will be disabled for 30 seconds. This is a
protective measure to prevent accidental touches of the button from
discharging the device's battery.
This button is also used to remove the device from low-power mode
(see Device Power Options section).
4.3 Temperature Unit
The unit of temperature can be chosen by the user between degrees
Celsius (standard) and Fahrenheit. Changing the temperature unit
causes a new setting to be sent.
4.4 Range of Alarms
It is common for the transport of perishable products and other
temperature sensitive cargoes to have a preset temperature range at
which the cargo is to be maintained. With the LogChart-NFC and Nx
Software applications, you can configure alarms for viewing at the
time a collection is performed.
Two alarm conditions can be set:
•Temperature above desired limit;
•Temperature below desired limit.
This indication can be viewed in the LogChart-NFC or Nx Software.
In the app LogChart-NFC, you can check all alarm occurrence
records in the "Events Screen"
4.5 User Offset
A zero offset can be set up ± 3 °C (± 5.4 ° F) for temperature
adjustment. This makes it possible to reduce (or even cancel) the
temperature measurement error for a given point.
5LOGCHART-NFC MOBILE APPLICATION
LogChart-NFC is a mobile application for ANDROID™ that allows
you to configure, collect, view and share the data stored in the
TagTemp-S.
To use this application, follow the steps below.
5.1 Installing the App
To install it, look for the "LogChart-NFC" application in the Google
Play Store. After the download, open the application. If your
smartphone does not have support for NFC technology, the
application will display the following message.
Fig. 01 – Warning screen when the NFC interface itis notavailable
5.2 App Operation
The communication of the mobile application with the TagTemp-S is
done through the NFC interface of the smartphone and, therefore,
must be enabled in it.

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Fig. 02– Initialscreen ofthe application
Fig. 03 – NFC Communication
After starting the application (see Fig. 02), simply bring the
smartphone closer to the TagTemp-S (see Fig. 03) until the data in
the register has been transferred. This typically takes a few seconds,
but depends on the smartphone model used.
The application has six screens:
1. Device Status
2. Device Settings
3. Events
4. Data Graphs
5. Preferences
6. Download
5.2.1 Device Status Screen
Fig. 04 – Device StatusScreen
•Last recorded value: Shows the value of the last recorded
made by TagTemp-S. It does not always equal the current
temperature.
•Loggings: Indicates basic information about TagTemp-S.
Log interval: Indicates the value defined of the interval
between each acquisition.
Loggings: Number of records made by TagTemp-S.
Logging state: Indicates whether the log is running, stopped
or waiting for loggings to start – Start Delay.
Memory usage: Indicates the memory usage mode (full or
circular).
•Battery: Indicates the status of the battery charge.
Good: Perfect to use.
Medium: Significant discharge is already detected. It should be
monitored.
Low: The battery is discharged. In this case, you will not be able
to send new settings or continue recording the temperature.
•Device Info: Indicates some specific information of TagTemp-S.
Device tag: Identification name chosen by the user.
Model: TagTemp-S.
Serial Number: Serial number engraved factory.
UID: Unique Identification Number. Useful for tracking applications.
Firmware version: Device firmware version number.

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5.2.2 Device Configuration Screen
Fig. 05 – Device Settings Screens
•General: General settings
Device title: Text field in which you can define or view the
device title.
Logging interval: Text field in which you can define or view the
interval between each data acquisition.
Start Delay: This is the delay time between the TagTemp-S
configuration and the start of the logs.
Offset adjustment: Field where you can set or view the offset
value.
•Alarm range: Range of operation where the user defines the
limits that, in case of exceedance, result in alarm. The device
signals alarm via the LED. For more details on alarm activations,
the data must be collected through the LogChart-NFC or Nx
Software applications.
High: Valid range of operation (Maximum), connected to the
maximum alarm.
Low: Valid range of operation (Minimum), connected to the
minimum alarm.
•Options: The following options can be configured:
Start loggings by button: When you enable this option, you can
start logging data by pressing the logger button.
Stop loggings by button: When you enable this option, you can
stop logging by pressing the logger button.
Enable circular memory: When this option is enabled, when the
memory is complete, the recording will continue overwriting the
oldest records.
Use Fahrenheit degrees: when this option is enabled, the
temperature unit of Celsius (default) is changed to Fahrenheit.
•Device power options: the device can be placed in idle mode.
Idle mode is a low-power option, in which the device does not
operate.
•Password Configuration: The user can set a four-digit password
for device security. Using a password prevents unauthorized
persons from starting or stopping data logging by the LogChart-
NFC or Nx Software applications or even reconfiguring the
device, but does not prevent log data from being collected and
shared.
•Apply and Start Logging: Applies the settings and starts
recording the temperature.
Stop Logging: You can stop logging using the smartphone.
5.2.2.1 Password Configuration Screen
Fig. 06 – Password Configuration Screen
Fig. 07 – Password Configuration Screen
Note: Fig. 08 shows the screen to change the password.

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5.2.3 Events Screen
Fig. 08– Events Screen
•High excursions: Indicates when the measured value has
exceeded the maximum upper limit specified for the range.
First occurrence: The time of the first event, the measured value
exceeded the maximum limit.
Last occurrence: The time of the last event, the measured value
exceeded the maximum limit.
Total logs within occurrences: Number of acquisitions above
the maximum range limit.
Average temperature within occurrences: Average value of
temperatures above the maximum limit.
•Low excursions: Indicates when the measured value was below
the specified lower limit for the range.
First occurrence: The time of the first event, the measured value
was below the minimum limit.
Last occurrence: The time from the last event the measured
value was below the minimum limit.
Total logs within occurrences: Number of acquisitions below
the minimum range limit.
Average temperature within occurrences: Average value of
temperatures below the minimum limit.
5.2.3.1 Event Screen
Selecting the "See All" option shows the high and low temperature
events, their respective values and timetables. See examples in the
images shown in Fig. 10 and Fig. 11.
If no high or low events occurred, the messages in Fig. 12 and Fig. 13
will appear.
Fig. 09 – High Temperature Event Display
Fig. 10 – Low Temperature Excursion display
Fig. 11 – High excursions Message "No occurrences"

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Fig. 12 – Low Excursions Message "No occurrences"
5.2.4 Data Chart Screen
Fig. 13– Data Chart screen
In this screen, you can view the historical data in different time
intervals. You can also check the values that were in alarm,
maximum, minimum and the average value of temperatures.
By touching any location on the graph, you can see the temperature
value and the time of the record. To view the data for each record,
use the left or right arrows to select the previous or next record,
respectively.
When more than 2000 data are registered, the graph will show only
the last 2000. To select a graph display range, the "Chart range"
option can be used.
5.2.4.1 Data Chart Options Screen
When you select the icon in the upper right of the screen, the
chart options will appear.
Fig. 14 – Data Chart Options screen
1. By pressing the icon , you can share the obtained data,
using the applications already installed in the smartphone, or
through the option of publishing in the NOVUS Cloud (you need
to have an account). To include the geographical location of the
data log in NOVUS Cloud, the GPS must be activated on the
smartphone.
The way in which the data will be shared is chosen in "Sharing
Options" in the Preferences screen.
Fig. 15 – Share screen
2. "Full Screen" option : With this option, the chart will be
displayed in full screen in landscape mode.
Fig. 16– Full Screen Chart

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3. Chart range : Using this option allows you to select the
range of values that will be displayed in the chart. This range can
include up to 2000 records.
View options: option to choose the start and end date for the
range of the records to see the data collected.
Fig. 17– ViewOptionsScreen
5.2.4.2 Preference Settings Screen
Fig. 18– PreferencesSettings screen
•Default share options: You can set the display preferences
according to the data you want to receive using the share
function.
Keep downloaded data in smartphone: Keeps files, previously
selected in the sharing options, in a folder called LogChart-NFC
in the internal memory of the smartphone.
Export Logs (.CSV): Shares a file with CSV extension with all
records from the last collection.
Export Logs (.CFG): Shares a text file with TagTemp-S settings
data, useful for backup and future reference. The shared
configuration is the one that is read from the device, the
subsequent changes will not be considered.
Export to Nx Software (.NXD): Shares a file with the collected
data in a format compatible with Nx Software (.nxd), so that the
data can be read and displayed by this application.
•Initial screen selection: Allows you to select the startup screen
after reading the data from the device.
•NOVUS Cloud Authentication: Hire an account in the NOVUS
Cloud to store the TagTemp-S data. Enter your login credentials
in the Username and Password fields to send the data.
•Export automatically: If this option is selected, whenever a
device's data is collected, the application will try to send them
automatically to NOVUS Cloud.
5.2.5 Manage Downloads Screen
Fig. 19 – ManageDownloadsscreen
Fig. 20 – Share Screen
This screen allows you to delete and share the data collected
previously. A list of collected data is displayed, and you can select a
file to share or delete.
To share a selected item, you only have to press the corresponding
button in the upper right of the screen.
To delete an item, press and hold the respective item until the delete
confirmation dialog appears.

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6NX SOFTWARE
6.1 Installing the Nx Software
The Nx Software application is used to adjust the configuration and
collection parameters of the acquired data. To install it just download
and run the NxSoftwareSetup.exe file available on our website.
6.2 Running Nx Software
Opening the Nx Software shows the main screen:
Fig. 21– Nx Software MainScreen
To communicate with the software, the NFC-USB reader must be
connected to the computer and the USB drivers must be installed.
You can then choose "Configure" or "Download". The "Monitor"
option is not available for this device model. The first time the device
is read, the application prompts the user to choose which device he
wants to connect. Just double click on the desired device and press
the "Ok" button, as shown in the next image. This device will be set
by default the next time the application communicates with the
device.
Fig. 22– Select Device Screen
6.3 Configuring the device
To configure the device, it is necessary to place the TagTemp-S on
top of the NFC-USB reader.
When choosing the "Configure" button, the following screen will
appear:
Fig. 23– Configuration Selection Screen
The "Create Configuration" option creates a new configuration,
without the need of the device. This setting can be saved to a file for
future use, or recorded to a connected device. The "Configuration
File" option is used to read an existing configuration file.
The reading of the device is done by choosing the option "Read the
Device". If the machine is logging data, the following message will be
displayed.
Fig. 24– ReadingDevice Screen
Stop logging: This option stops data logging and is read, allowing
the device to be configured.
Show Only: By choosing this option, you can only view the device's
settings. Functions such as saving settings, changing the password
or setting the device to idle mode will be disabled.
After reading the device, the configuration screen is shown below in
Fig. 25.
Fig. 25– Configuration Screen
The configuration of the TagTemp-S is distributed in several
screens. The "General" screen contains the following information:
Device Title: This field is used to identify the device, giving it a
unique name.
Information: Shows information about the device, such as: Model,
Serial Number, Firmware Version, Memory Capacity, Log Status, and
Battery Charge.
Clock: Shows the date and time of the device and the computer
respectively. When a configuration is sent, the date and time of the
device are synchronized with those of the computer.
Security: Selecting this option can create, delete or change the
password of the computer. This procedure is explained in detail in
the "Finalization" section.
Fig. 26– Channels Screen
The "Channels" screen displays the following parameters:
Input Type: Displays the type of sensor in the device.
Mode: Displays the registration mode. The instantaneous
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Unit: Sets the unit for the monitored quantity: °C or °F for the
temperature channel.
Inferior and Superior Limit: Displays sensor limits.
Lower and Higher Alarm Range: Allows to define the limits of
values, which, when exceeded, characterize an alarm condition. The
alarm events are indicated to the user through the Alarm Indicator.
Offset: Allows to make adjustments to the registered values.
Fig. 27– Data Log Screen
The "Data Log" screen displays the following parameters:
Interval between records: sets the time interval between data
acquisitions. The minimum interval is one (1) minute and the
maximum is four (4) hours.
Estimated Time: Informs how long it will take to fill the available
memory, with the conditions defined in the configuration.
Start of recording: The recording of data can begin in two ways: by
immediate start or by using the device button.
Start delay: Parameter that determines whether the register will start
immediately after the "begin registration" command or if the device
must wait for a while to save the first record in memory. Intervals can
be set between 0 and 120 minutes.
Stop logging: The logging can be stopped in two ways, when the
memory is completed or by pressing the button on the device. Both
modes can be configured to operate independently. If the option is
set to "Do not Stop", the registration is done in a circular way, in
which, when the memory is full, the oldest records will be overwritten
with the new values.
Fig. 28– FinalizationScreen
The "Finalization" screen is where the configuration settings are
sent and allows you to perform some other useful functions.
Send Configuration: Selecting this option will send the settings
made for the connected device.
Save to File: This option allows you to save the configuration
settings made to a file, so it can be reused to configure other
devices.
Security: This option allows you to create, change or delete a
password. The password must be four digits long. Fig. 29 shows the
definition and password change screen.
Fig. 29 – Definition and PasswordChange Screen
Idle Mode: This option places the device in low power mode, which
consumes practically no power, but also cannot perform any of its
functions. Selecting this option will display the following screen:
When you select "Yes", the application will place the device in idle
mode and display the following message:
To remove the device from the idle mode, you only have to do a read
of it, and in doing so, the application will display the following
message:
If "Yes" is selected, the application will remove the computer from
idle mode, but there will still be a need to interact with the device to
complete the process, according to the following message:
Data Collection: This option allows the data in the device memory to
be transferred to the application. For more information, see
"Collecting Data".
Stop: This option is only displayed when the configuration is being
read and the device is logging, so that to send a new configuration,
you need to stop the current log. See the following image.

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6.4 Collecting and Viewing Data
The data collection transfers the values recorded by the device to the
computer. The collect can occur at any time, during or after the
completion of the data acquisition process. If data collection occurs
during the acquisition process, this process is not interrupted, and
the operation is set according to the device configuration settings.
Collecting Data
When you select the "Collect" option in the application start screen,
another screen with the following options will be displayed:
Log File: This option allows you to upload stored log files for viewing,
customizing, preparing reports, or other functions.
Collect: This option allows transferring data from the connected
device. When you perform data collection, a progress bar is
displayed that indicates the progress of the transfer. The transfer
time will be proportional to the number of acquisitions recorded.
Viewing Collected Data
After the transfer of the records, the data collected are presented
graphically, as shown in the images below.
6.4.1 Sharing and processing data
After completing the collection, a screen will be displayed with the
collected data and these are presented in two forms: in graph form
and table form. In the same screen, the general information of the
device and the data of the collected registers are shown.
Chart: You can select a region of the chart to be viewed in detail
(zoom). The zoom functions are accessed from the toolbar. You can
also expand a chart area with a click and drag the mouse by creating
a zoom region from the upper left corner of the desired chart area.
You can also display or not, the lines that delimit the alarm values, to
facilitate the visualization of the periods of these events.
Table of values: Shows the values acquired in table format,
indicating the moment of the measurement with its respective value.

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General Information: This tab shows the basic information of the
device, from which the data was collected recently and about its
configuration.
6.4.2 Available Tools
The NX Software application offers several ways to customize
charts, data filters, export and data sharing. All these features are
easily accessible from the bottom menu of the main collection
screen. The function of each option in this menu is detailed below.
For more information on each of these features, check the
informational content available in the application.
1. Open log file
2. Collect from the device
3. Save the log file
4. Merge graphs
5. Zoom +
6. Zoom -
7. Chart Properties
8. Reports and Data Export
9. Formulas
10.Sending data to NOVUS Cloud
11.Exit
6.5 Exporting and creating reports with the data collected
Using the NX Software, you can export the collected data to various
file formats or create reports from the available templates. These two
features are accessed by clicking the Reports button in the function
menu.
Export: Selecting this option from the "Templates" options list
displays a second list of options where you can choose different
formats for exporting data.
Reports: There are five report templates available, each of them has
configurable parameters that can be changed before generating the
report. For more information on each template, see the information
available in the application.
Fig. 30 – ExampleReport
7WARRANTY
Warranty conditions are available on our website
www.novusautomation.com/warranty.