PCE Instruments ADL 11 User manual

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Anemometer PCE-ADL 11
User Manual
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Contents
1Safety notes........................................................................................... 1
2Introduction ........................................................................................... 2
3Delivery scope.......................................................................................2
4Specifications........................................................................................2
5Device description ................................................................................3
6Software description............................................................................. 3
6.1 Icon description................................................................................................................ 3
6.2 Graph description............................................................................................................. 4
6.3 Data download................................................................................................................. 5
6.4 Configure meter ............................................................................................................... 6
6.5 Zoom into graph............................................................................................................... 7
6.6 Print graph ....................................................................................................................... 7
6.7 Export and import data..................................................................................................... 7
6.8 Generate CSV file............................................................................................................ 7
6.9 Further settings for the graphical view.............................................................................. 7
6.10 Change graph colours...................................................................................................... 8
7Insert/replace battery............................................................................9
8LED status display..............................................................................10
9Warranty...............................................................................................11
10 Disposal ...............................................................................................11

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1 Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The
device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel.
Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and
not covered by our warranty.
•The device must only be used as described inthis instruction manual.If used otherwise,
this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
•The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative
humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose
the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
•Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
•The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
•Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
•You must not make any technical changes to the device.
•The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,
no abrasives or solvents.
•The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
•Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not
use the device.
•Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
•The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under
any circumstances.
•Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to
the user.
•Remove the batteries when the device is not used for more than 60 days.
•Switch off the device when it is not in use.
We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of
business.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at
the end of this manual.

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2 Introduction
The anemometer PCE-ADL 11 is a data logger for wind speed. The configuration of the
anemometer is done via the supplied software. The wind speed meter measures various
parameters. These include m/s, km/h, knots, mph and ft/min. In addition to the measurement
parameters, the measurement intervals can be set in the software. The memory has enough
capacity for 60,000 measured values. After completion of the measurement series, the data can
be read out on the computer via the software. The measurement results are displayed either
graphically as a curve or in tabular form.
3 Delivery scope
1 x anemometer PCE-ADL 11
1 x mounting equipment
1 x software
1 x impeller
1 x 3.6 V lithium thionyl chloride battery
1 x user manual
4 Specifications
Measurement range
1.2 ... 30.0 m/s
4.3 ... 108.0 km/h
2.33 ... 58.32 knots
2.69 ... 67.2 mph
236 ... 5906 ft/min
Resolution
0.01 m/s
0.1 km/h
0.1 knots
0.1 mph
1 ft/min
Accuracy
m/s: ±(3 % + 0.20 m/s)
km/h: ±(3 % + 1.0 km/h)
knots: ±(3 % + 0.4 knots)
mph: ±(3 % + 0.4 mph)
ft/min: ±(3 % + 40 ft/min)
Memory
for up to 60000 measured values
Data interface
USB for data transfer
PC software
for data evaluation with graphical
representation
Selectable recording intervals
3 s, 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min,
30 min, 1 h, 2 h, 3 h, 6 h, 12 h
Operating status
indicated by red, yellow and green LED
Alarm when extreme values are exceeded
yes
Measuring modes
automatic and manual start of
measurement
Sensor
anemometer
Power supply
lithium thionyl chloride battery, 3.6 V
Mignon
Low battery voltage alarm
Yes
Operating conditions
0 ... +50 °C / 32 ... 122°F, <80 % RH
Max. height above sea level
2000 m / 6561 ft
Weight
49 g / <1 lb
Dimensions
145 x 35 x 30 mm / 5.7 x 1.4 x 1.2 in

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5 Device description
1. LED data recording
2. LED alarm limit / battery status
3. Key to start manual measurement
6 Software description
To use the PCE-ADL 11, you need the included software. With this software, you can set up the
device, download the measured values from the PCE-ADL 11 and evaluate them as you wish in
tabular or graphical form.
6.1 Icon description
Icon
Description
Explanation
Download
The measured values from the PCE-ADL 11 can be downloaded
here.
Setting
The PCE-ADL 11 can be configured here.
Open
Measurement data can be imported from your PC here.
Save As
The measurement data can be exported here.
Print
The currently displayed graph can be printed here.
View all
If you have zoomed into the graph, you can display the whole
graph again here.
Zoom in
Here you can zoom into the graph.
Move
With this tool the graph can be moved.
About
Here you can view the software version.

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6.2 Graph description
On the X-axis you can see the time of measurement. On the Y-axis you can see the measured
value.
6.2.1 Caption
Abbreviation
Description
Explanation
RT
Realtime
The real measured value in the set storage interval is
displayed here
MAX
Maximum
value
The highest measured value in the set storage interval is
displayed here
MIN
Minimum
value
The lowest measured value in the set storage interval is
displayed here
AVG
Average
Here the average reading is displayed.
The average value refers to all measuring points over
the storage interval at a measuring rate of one second,
e. g. 10 measured values with a storage rate of 10
seconds

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6.2.2 Display of the measured values
If you move the mouse over a measuring point, the measured value is displayed directly at the
top right of the graph.
6.2.3 Alarm limits in the graph
The set alarm limits are shown in the graph as a dashed red line.
6.3 Data download
To download the data from the PCE-ADL 11, first connect the meter to your PC. Then click on
the "Download" icon. Another window appears and the software automatically connects to the
meter after a few seconds. Cancel the process with "Cancel".
Once the software is connected to the meter, you must click on "Download" to transfer the
measurement data to your PC.
Then click on "View" to view the data in graphical form.

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6.4 Configure meter
To configure the meter, connect the PCE-ADL 11 to the PC. Then click on the "Setting" icon.
Another window opens and the software automatically connects to the meter.
Parameter
Meaning
Basic settings
Model Select
Instant: The meter starts the measurement directly after you
confirm the configuration via "Setup".
Important: A live view is not possible.
Manual: The meter starts the measurement after you press the
start key on the meter.
Current Time
Current time of your PC. This time is also transmitted to the
meter.
Sample Point
Number of measuring points to be recorded
Sample Rate
Specification of the storage rate
Recording Time
This indicates how long the meter measures with the settings
made until the measurement is finished.
LED Flash Cycle
Here you can specify when the status LED should light up
Alarm settings
LED flash
Here you can specify whether the alarm LED flashes when the
limits are exceeded or not reached.
Low Alarm
Here you can enter the limit value for the lower limit.
High Alarm
Here you can enter the limit value for the upper limit.
Unit
Here you set the unit in which the meter records the data.
Important: The unit of the recorded data cannot be changed
afterwards.
More buttons
Default
The configuration is reset here.
Setup
Here the configuration is transferred to the PCE-ADL 11.
Attention: The already saved measurement data will be
deleted.
Cancel
No data is saved and the window closes.

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6.5 Zoom into graph
If you have recorded measurements over a long period of time, it can be difficult to analyse the
readings accurately. In order to analyse a specific period of time, it is helpful to display this specific
range. For this purpose, there is the "Zoom in" function. To use this, click on "Zoom in" and mark
the area you want to analyse more precisely. The marked area is enlarged immediately.
6.5.1 Move graph
To move the graph now, click on "Move". You can now move the graph within the X- and Y-axes.
6.5.2 Normal view
To return from zoom view to normal view, click once on "View all".
6.6 Print graph
To print the displayed graph, click on "Print". Now you can print the graph.
Important: Thecurrent view is always printed. This meansthat if youhave zoomed intothe graph,
only the zoomed part will be printed.
6.7 Export and import data
To export the measurement data, click on "Save As". From here, you can save the measurement
data to another storage medium or directly to your PC.
To import the measurement data again, click on "Open". From here, select the measurement
data.
6.8 Generate CSV file
To generate a CSV file of the measured values, first click on "File". Then click on "Export to Excel".
From here, select the storage location.
6.9 Further settings for the graphical view
By right-clicking on the graph, you can view further setting options for the graphical view.

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Parameter
Meaning
View All
Here you can view the entire graph again
Move View
Here you can move the graph
Zoom in
Here you can zoom into the graph
ColorSetting
Change graph colours
Grid X
Show or hide X-axis lines
Grid Y
Show or hide Y-axis lines
MaskPoints
Show or hide measuring points
Alarm Line
Show or hide alarm line
Maximum trace
Here you can show or hide the line for the highest measured values
Minimum trace
Here you can show or hide the line for the lowest measured values
Average trace
Here you can show or hide the line for the average values
RT trace
Show or hide real-time line
6.10 Change graph colours
To change individual graph colours, first right-click on the graph and select "ColorSetting". The
following window opens:
Here you can change individual colours now. The preview shows you every change directly.
Parameter
Meaning
Background Color
Change background colour
Border Colour
Change border colour
Grid Color
Change grid colour
Line Color
Change the colour of the average measurement line
Default
Reset settings
OK
Colours are adopted
Cancel
Discard settings