PCE Instruments PCE-AM 45 User manual

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PCE-AM 45 Anemometer
User Manual
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Contents
1Safety notes........................................................................................... 1
2Specifications........................................................................................2
3Delivery scope.......................................................................................2
4Device description ................................................................................ 3
4.1 Display description........................................................................................................... 5
4.2 Numeric keypad............................................................................................................... 6
5Switching the meter on and off ...........................................................7
5.1 Automatic power off.......................................................................................................... 7
6Making a measurement ........................................................................8
6.1 Beaufort scale.................................................................................................................. 9
6.2 Setting the flow unit.......................................................................................................... 9
6.3 Setting the temperature unit............................................................................................. 9
7Volume flow measurement .................................................................. 9
7.1 Setting the unit of the volume flow measurement ............................................................. 9
7.2 Area specification for volume flow measurement.............................................................10
7.3 2/3 MAX volume flow measurement................................................................................10
8Lowest, highest and average measured value ................................10
8.1 Highest measured value..................................................................................................10
8.2 Average reading..............................................................................................................11
8.3 Lowest measured value ..................................................................................................11
8.4 Wind direction.................................................................................................................11
8.5 Freezing the measured value..........................................................................................12
8.6 Recording the measured values......................................................................................12
9Software............................................................................................... 13
10 Warranty...............................................................................................16
11 Disposal ...............................................................................................16

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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.
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 Specifications
Unit
Measurement
range
Resolution
Accuracy
Wind speed
m/s
0.3 ... 45.0 m/s
0.01 m/s
±3 % ±0.1 m/s
of reading
ft/min
60 ... 8800 ft/min
0.01, 0.1, 1 ft/min
±3 % ±20 ft/min
of reading
knots
0.6 ... 88.0 knots
0.01 knots
±3 % ±0.2 knots
of reading
km/h
1.0 ... 140.0 km/h
0.01 km/h
±3 % ±0.4 km/h
of reading
mph
0.7 ... 100 mph
0.01 mph
±3 % ±0.2 mph
of reading
Wind direction
0 ... 360 °
1 °
Volume flow
CMM (m³/min)
0 ... 999900 m³/min
0.001 ... 100 m³/min
CFM (FT³/min)
0 ... 999900 ft³/min
0.001 ... 100 m³/min
Temperature measurement
°C
0 ... 45 °C
0.1 °C
±1.0 °C
°F
32 ... 113 °F
0.18 °F
±1.8 °F
Humidity measurement
% RH
10 ... 90 % RH
0.1 % RH
±5 % RH
Further specifications
Probe length
270 ... 540 mm / 10.63 …21.26“, telescopic
Probe aperture
Ø65 mm / 2.5"
Interface
Micro USB
Data memory
960 measured values
Power supply
4 x 1.5 V AAA battery
Power consumption
15 ... 20 mA without backlight
20 ... 25 mA with backlight
0 ... 8 µA standby
Flat battery indicator
<4.5 V
Operating conditions
0 ... 50 °C / 32 ... 122 °F, 40 ... 80 % RH,
non-condensing
Storage conditions
-20 ... 60 °C / -4 ... 140 °F, < 80 % RH,
non-condensing
Dimensions
70 x 194 x 35 mm / 2.7 x 7.6 x 1.3"
Weight
400 g / 14.1 oz
3 Delivery scope
1 x handheld anemometer PCE-AM 45
1 x micro USB cable
1 x carrying case
4 x 1.5 V AAA battery
1 x user manual

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4 Device description

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No.
Description
1
Shift key between:
- MAX: highest measured value
- AVG: average measured value
- MIN: lowest measured value
Numeric keypad digit: 1
2
Enter key (ENTER)
2/3 V Max key
Wind direction calibration key
Numeric keypad digit: 2
3
Freeze display (HOLD)
Numeric keypad digit: 3
4
Select between wind speed and volume flow
Numeric keypad digit: 4
5
Unit shift key (UNIT) (short press)
Switching the key tone on and off (long press)
Numeric keypad digit: 5
6
On/off switch (long press)
Numeric keypad digit: 6
7
Setting the temperature unit (short press)
Select between temperature and humidity display (long press)
Numeric keypad digit: 7
8
Setting the area for volume flow measurement (AREA)
Setting the storage interval (SAMPLE)
Numeric keypad digit: 8
9
Opening the memory menu (read, save, record)
Numeric keypad digit: 9
10
Save a measured value
Opening the recording menu
Numeric keypad digit: 0
11
Clear memory
Numeric keypad digit: .
12
USB interface for data transfer
13
LC display
14
Connection for the flow sensor
15
Connection cable of the flow sensor
16
Handle of flow sensor
17
Telescopic arm of flow sensor
18
Flow sensor

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4.1 Display description

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No.
Meaning
1
2/3 of the maximum display for volume flow measurement
2
Display of the highest measured value
3
Display of the average reading
4
Display of the lowest measured value
5
Display of the saved measured value
6
Measured value is saved
7
Clearing the memory
8
Data connection with a PC has been established
9
Battery voltage too low
10
Measured value frozen
11
Beaufort scale
12
Units for speed display
13
When displayed, the flow value is shown
14
Displayed measured value must be multiplied by 100
15
When displayed, the volume flow is shown
16
Measured value
17
Unit: CFM (FT³/min)
18
Unit: CMM (m³/min)
19
Display for temperature, area and memory
20
Unit
21
Angle display
22
Unit: relative humidity
23
Compass direction
E: East
W: West
S: South
N: North
ES: Southeast
EN: Northeast
WS: Southwest
WN: Northwest
24
Indication that there is no saved data
4.2 Numeric keypad
It may happen that a number has to be entered; for example, when entering the memory interval.
To enter this function, each key changes its function to a specific numerical key. All four cells
must always be completed for each entry. A comma key is also available for volume flow
measurement.

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5 Switching the meter on and off
To switch the meter on and off, press and hold the on/off key for at least two seconds.
5.1 Automatic power off
If no entry is made within five minutes after switching on, the meter switches itself off. To
deactivate this function, hold down the Enter key when switching on and switch on the meter. The
display shows "no". The automatic power off function is now deactivated. Now release all keys to
make a measurement. The automatic power off function reactivates whenever the meter is
switched off.

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6 Making a measurement
To make a measurement, align the flow sensor with the flow direction. An arrow inside the sensor
indicates the orientation in relation to the wind flow. Wait for at least two seconds for the reading
to stabilise.

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6.1 Beaufort scale
The Beaufort scale is always active and shows the current wind force category
Wind force
Designation of the wind force
Designation of the sea state
(wind sea)
0
Calm
Completely calm, smooth sea
1
Light air
Calm, rippled sea
2
Light breeze
Mildly agitated sea
3
Gentle breeze
Mildly agitated sea
4
Moderate breeze
Slightly agitated sea
5
Fresh breeze
Moderately agitated sea
6
Strong breeze
Rough sea
7
Near gale
Very rough sea
8
Gale
Moderately high seas
9
Strong gale
High seas
10
Storm
Very high seas
11
Violent storm
Heavy sea
12
Hurricane
Exceptionally heavy sea
6.2 Setting the flow unit
To set the unit of the flow velocity, press the "UNIT" key. You can choose
between m/s, km/h, ft/min, knots and mps. The default setting is m/s.
6.3 Setting the temperature unit
To set the temperature unit displayed, press and release "°C/°F" once. You
can choose between °C and °F. The default setting is °C.
7 Volume flow measurement
For a volume flow measurement, first press the "VEL/FLOW" key
to select between velocity and volume flow measurement. This is
signalled by "VEL" (speed measurement) and "FLOW" (volume
flow measurement) on the display. Depending on the entered
area and the measured wind flow, the measured value can also
be significantly higher than it is possible to display. In this case,
"x100" or "x10" is displayed next to the measured value. The
measured value in the display must then be multiplied by 100 or
10 accordingly.
7.1 Setting the unit of the volume flow measurement
To select the unit FT³ or m³, press and release the "UNIT" key
once.
Hint:
The function also has an effect on the area specification.

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7.2 Area specification for volume flow measurement
In order to perform a volume flow measurement, it is mandatory to perform an area measurement
of the flow. To do this, press the "AREA/SAMPLE" key in volume flow mode. Now enter the area.
The unit of measurement m2 or FT2 flashes next to the display. Set the corresponding unit of
measurement before entering the area.
7.3 2/3 MAX volume flow measurement
During the volume flow measurement, it is possible to display 2/3 of the maximum volume flow.
To do this, press the "ENTER" key. 2/3 MAX" appears on the display. Only 2/3 of the maximum
measured value will be displayed. Press the "ENTER" key again to exit the mode.
8 Lowest, highest and average measured value
For velocity and volume flow measurement, the lowest / highest and the average measured value
can be displayed by pressing a key. To use these functions, repeatedly press the "MAX/MIN" key
until you have reached your desired function.
8.1 Highest measured value
When displaying the highest measured value, only the highest measured value is displayed after
activating this function. When "MAX" is displayed, this function is active. When the function is
changed, the value expires.

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8.2 Average reading
When the average reading is displayed, the average of the last 10 seconds is displayed. When
"AVG" is displayed, this function is active. When the function is changed, the value expires.
8.3 Lowest measured value
When the lowest measured value is displayed, it is only the lowest measured value that is
displayed. When "MIN" is displayed, this function is active. When the function is changed, the
value expires.
8.4 Wind direction
For wind direction measurement, there is an additional gyroscope in the wind speed sensor. The
wind direction can be determined via this sensor. To do this, hold the sensor vertically to the air
flow. Pay attention to the marking inside the sensor for the flow direction. The display shows the
current angle degree and the compass direction as letters:
E: East
W: West
S: South
N: North
ES: Southeast
EN: Northeast
WS: Southwest
WN: Northwest

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8.4.1 Calibrating the wind direction
The wind direction should be calibrated when the meter is first put into
operation, when it is located in a different region and at regular intervals. To
do this, switch on the meter and then align the sensor vertically. Now press
and hold the "ENTER" key until the wind direction indicator flashes "- - -".
Now rotate the sensor vertically around its own axis twice for 8 seconds
each. Then press the "Enter" key. The calibration is complete.
8.5 Freezing the measured value
To freeze and hold the currently displayed reading, press and release the
"HOLD" key once. The reading is now held. HOLD" appears on the display.
Press the "HOLD" key again to resume the measurement.
8.6 Recording the measured values
To record individual measured values, the storage interval must be set to "0000" seconds. The
storage interval can only be set when the air velocity measuring function "VEL" is set. To do this,
press the "SAMPLE" key and now set the storage interval accordingly. Then press the "REC" key
whenever you want to save the current measured value. The memory location used is shown on
the lower display and the "REC" display flashes once briefly above the display.
For continuous recording, set a desired storage interval with the "SAMPLE" key. You can select
between 1 ... 9999 seconds. Then press the "REC" key once. The lower display briefly shows the
storage interval. REC" is shown above the display. This signals that the measured values are
being recorded. To interrupt saving, keep the "REC" key pressed. If you press the "REC" key
again, recording will be restarted.
Date and time are only saved when recording with the software.
8.6.1 Read out data memory
To read out the data memory on the meter, press and release the "READ" key once. "READ" is
now shown above the display. All readings displayed are now those from the memory. Each time
you press the "READ" key, the next memory value is displayed. Now press the "AREA/SAMPLE"
key and type in the memory location you want to read out. To return to normal measuring mode,
keep the "READ" key pressed until "READ" disappears from the display.

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8.6.2 Delete data
The meter has a memory with 960 measuring points. As soon as the
memory is full, "FULL" is shown on the display.
To delete the measurement data on the meter, press and hold the "DEL"
key for at least two seconds until "CLA" is displayed and "DEL" lights up. All
saved data have now been deleted.
Hint:
Only the entire memory can be cleared.
9 Software
To install the software, first go to the page:
https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/download-win_4.htm
where you can download and install the latest software. Then connect the meter to the PC and
open the software with administrator rights. As soon as the meter is connected to the PC, the
automatic power off function is deactivated.
Button
Function
"Real Time Measure
Live view of the measurement
"Device Storage"
Reading out the memory of the meter.
The window for viewing the saved readings
on the meter has an identical structure.
"Erase Storage"
Clearing the memory of the meter.
As soon as you click on this button, all
measured values are immediately deleted.
There is no warning in advance.

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Icon
Function
Start live measurement
Stop live measurement
Import a saved live measurement. File format XLS
Export a current live measurement. The data is saved as
XLS.
Entry of a company name, author and comment
Open an anemometer file: File format .ane and .xls
Save an anemometer file
File format .ane and .xls
This function is only available when reading out the meter.
Close window
Delete all displayed measured values
Close programme
The scaling of the current graph is adjusted so that all
measured values in the current measurement period are
visible in one window.

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The exported data is saved in XLS format. This could look like this, for example:
After you have selected "Real Time Measure", a new window opens for live measurement on the
PC. From here, the measurement data is transferred directly to the PC.

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To set the read interval, click on "Option" and then select "Read interval(sec)". In the next window,
you can set the interval in seconds.
Below the window, you can see whether a meter is connected. In addition, the current window
can be printed. A print preview can be started before printing. There is also a status bar for the
current status of importing a file.
10 Warranty
You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here:
https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.
11 Disposal
For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament
applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste.
They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use
them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with
your local waste regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

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