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Single-channel terminal board for TC-08 User's Guide User's Guide Single-channel terminal board for TC-08
Connecting to the data logger
You can plug the terminal board directly into any of the thermocouple sockets on the TC-08.
Disposal
Your help and efforts are required to protect and keep our environment clean. Therefore either return this
product at the end of life to the manufacturer or ensure WEEE-compliant collection and treatment yourself.
Care of the product
Inspect the Terminal Board and all probes, connectors, cables and accessories before use for signs of
damage.
CAUTION
When cleaning the Terminal Board, use a soft cloth and a solution of mild soap or detergent in water. Do not
submerge the Terminal Board in liquid as this will compromise the electronics and insulation.
3. Measuring voltages and currents
1. Connect the negative side of your circuit to the COM terminal.
2. Connect the positive side of your circuit to the 5 V, 500 mV or 50 mV terminal depending on the voltage
range of the signal. For a 4–20 mA loop signal, use the 5V input.
3. For a 4–20 mA loop signal, set the switch to ON. For a voltage signal, set the switch to OFF.
4-20/5V
500mV
50mV
4-20mA
COM
1.5 V
+
–
4. Plug the terminal board into the TC-08.
5. Connect the TC-08 to the computer using the cable supplied with the
logger.
6. Run PicoLog 6 on the computer.
7. On the Devices page, click the TC-08 channel that you are using.
8. Set Input type to one of the Terminal Board... options:
9. PicoLog will display the voltage or current applied to the terminal board
in the monitor window.
WARNING
Signals exceeding the voltage limits in the table below are defined as “hazardous live” by EN 61010:
Signal voltage limits of EN 61010-1:2010+A1:2019
±60 V DC 30 V AC RMS ±42.4 V pk max.
Do not use the Terminal Board to directly measure hazardous live voltages. Do not allow the Terminal Board,
or attached wiring to come into contact with exposed hazardous live conductors.
To prevent electric shock, take all necessary safety precautions when working on equipment where
hazardous live voltages may be present.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not connect the Terminal Board directly to the mains (line power).
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not use the product if it appears to be damaged in any way, and stop use
immediately if you are concerned by any abnormal behavior.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, use the product only as instructed and use only accessories that have been
supplied or recommended. Protection provided by the product may be impaired if used in a manner not
specied by the manufacturer.
CAUTION
Refer to the TC-08 User’s Guide for information on safe use of the data logger.
The Terminal Board is for use with the TC-08 only. To prevent damage, do not attempt to connect it to other
equipment.
Grounding
CAUTION
To prevent measurement errors caused by poor grounding, always connect the data logger to the computer
using the blue USB cable supplied with the data logger.
Environment
CAUTION
This product is for indoor or outdoor use, in dry locations only.
WARNING
To prevent injury or death, do not use in wet or damp conditions, or near explosive gas or vapor.
CAUTION
To prevent damage, always use and store your Terminal Board in appropriate environments.
Storage Operating
Temperature –20 °C to +60 °C 0 °C to +40 °C
Max. humidity (non-condensing) 5 to 95 %RH 5 to 80 %RH
Max. altitude 2000 m
Pollution degree
2
(As defined in IEC 61010-031. Non-conductive pollution with occasional
temporary conductivity due to condensation.)
