Reed Instruments R6020 User manual

Temperature
& Humidity
USB Data Logger
Instruction
Manual
R6020
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................ 2
Product Quality........................................................................................... 3
Safety ......................................................................................................... 3
Features...................................................................................................... 3
Included...................................................................................................... 3
Specications............................................................................................. 4
Instrument Description ............................................................................... 5
Operating Instructions.............................................................................5-6
Software Installation .............................................................................. 5
Battery Installation or Battery Replacement.......................................... 5
Setting up or Downloading Data ........................................................... 6
LED Status Guide....................................................................................6-8
LED Status Notes .................................................................................. 8
FAQ's.......................................................................................................... 8
Product Care .............................................................................................. 9
Product Warranty ....................................................................................... 9
Product Disposal and Recycling ................................................................ 9
Product Support....................................................................................... 10
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your REED R6020 Temperature & Humidity USB
Data Logger. Please read the following instructions carefully before using
your instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your data
logger will provide years of reliable service.
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Product Quality
This product has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been
calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet stated product
specications. If a certicate of calibration is required please contact the
nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please
note an additional fee for this service will apply.
Safety
Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling your
product, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries, may cause
damage that will not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty.
Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.
Features
• Storesupto16,000temperatureand16,000humidityreadings
• SimplyplugintotheUSBporttobegindownloading-nocablesor
wires required
• Userselectablesamplingratefrom2secsto24hrs
• Visiblealarm(LED)ifsetmax/minvaluesareexceeded
• Wallmountbracketandscrewsforlong-termmonitoring
Included
• Wall Mount Bracket and screws
• Protective USB cap
• Software
• Battery
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Specifications
Temperature
MeasuringRange: -40to158°F(-40to70°C)
Accuracy: ±1.8°F(1.0°C)
Resolution: 0.1°F/°C
Humidity
Measuring Range: 0 to 100% RH
Accuracy: 0 to 20% & 80 to 100%: ±5%
20 to 40% & 60 to 80%: ±3.5%
40 to 60%: ±3%
Resolution: 0.1% RH
General Specifications
Datalogging Capabilities: Yes
Real-Time Clock and Date Stamp: Yes
SettableAlarms: Yes(temp.andRH)
SamplingRate: Yes(2secsto24hours)
Internal Memory: 32k readings
 (16,000temp.and16,000humidity)
PowerSupply: 3.6Vbattery
PCConnectivity: Yes(USB)
Software: Included
Product Certications: CE
OperatingTemperature: -31to176°F(-35to80°C)
StorageTemperature: -31to176°F(-35to80°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 100%
Dimensions: 4x1x0.9"(101x25x23mm)
Weight: 6oz(172g)
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Instrument Description
1. Protective Cover
2. USB Connector
3. Start Button
4. RH & Temperature Sensors
5. Mounting Clip
6. RecordLED(Green)
7. AlarmLED(Red/Yellow)
Operating Instructions
Software Installation
Install the included software by placing the supplied program disc in the
PC's CD-ROM drive. If the installation program does not automatically start,
open and browse the CD-ROM drive from your computer. Double click on
the setup le and follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.
If your computer does not have a CD drive please visit
www.reedinstruments.com/softwaretodownloadthelatestR6020software.
Battery Installation or Battery Replacement
A3.6VbatteryisprovidedwiththeR6020.Pleasenotethatonlya3.6V
battery should be used with the instrument. In order to install the battery
follow the steps below:
1. Use a small athead screwdriver to open the casing
2. Slidethecasingofftoexposethebattery
3. Install(orreplace)thebattery
4. Slide the casing back on the instrument
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Setting up or Downloading Data
1. Once the software and battery have been installed, insert the R6020
in an available USB port on your PC.
2. Double click the software icon on your desktop to load the program.
3. In the bottom left corner of the software window there is a status
indicatorthatshouldshowyourR6020isconnected"Connect".
Ifyoudonotsee"Connect"pleaseverifyyourbatteryhasbeen
correctly installed.
3. Set up the data logger for a new session, or download saved data
from a previous recording.
4. When setup is complete or data has been downloaded, the R6020
should be removed from the USB port in order to preserve battery life.
5. Full specications and Operating System compatibility can be found
on the product page at www.reedinstruments.com.
6. Ifyouhavespecicquestionsrelatedtoyourapplicationand/or
questions related to software setup and functionality please contact
the nearest authorized distributor or Customer Service at
[email protected]or1-877-849-2127.
LED Status Guide
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LEDs Status Indication Action
REC ALM Both LED
lights OFF
Logging not active Start logging
Low battery or no
battery installed
Install or replace
battery
REC ALM
Single Green
ash every
10 seconds*
Logging, no set
alarm triggered**
No action required
Double Green
ash every
10 seconds*
Manual start was
chosen from setup
Press and hold the
start button until the
Green and Yellow
LEDs ash indicating
recording has started
REC ALM
Single Red
ash every
10 seconds*
Logging, Low
alarm for relative
humidity triggered
No action required
Double Red
ash every
10 seconds*
Logging, High
alarm for relative
humidity triggered
No action required
Single Red
ash every 60
seconds
Low Battery Replace Battery,
download saved
data
REC ALM
Single Yellow
ash every 10
seconds*
Logging, Low alarm
for temperature
triggered
No action required
Double Yellow
ash every
10 seconds*
Logging, High alarm
for temperature
triggered
No action required
Single Yellow
ash every
60 seconds*
Memory full Download data
*To conserve battery power, the LED ashing frequency can be adjusted between 15 and 30
seconds in the software.
**To conserve battery power, the alarm LEDs for temperature and humidity can be disabled
via software.
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LED Status Notes
• When the battery is low, all recording operations will be disabled
automatically. When the recording is disabled the R6020 will still retain
logged data. The supplied software is required to restart recording and to
download data.
• When both temperature and humidity alarms have been triggered, the
LEDstatuswillalternateeverycycle.Forexample,ifonlyonealarmhas
beentriggered,theRECLEDblinksGreenforonecycle(indicatingthe
instrumentislogging)andtheALMindicatorwillblinkREDduringthenext
cycle(indicatinganalarmhasbeentriggered).Iftwoalarmshavebeen
triggered, the REC LED will not blink green at all. The rst alarm will blink
duringtherstcycleandthesecondalarmwillblinkduringthenextcycle.
FAQ's
How do I start recording? What's the difference between "Instant" and
"Manual" recording options during the software setup process?
Byselecting"Manual"forthestartmode,youwillhavetopressthestart
buttonontheinstrumenttobeginrecording.Whenthe"Instant"modeis
selected, data logging will automatically start as soon as the instrument is
pulled out of the USB port.
How do I stop recording?
Unfortunately there is no way to stop recording in the eld. In order to stop
recording the R6020 needs to be connected to your PC.
Is the R6020 compatible with my Apple (MAC) computer or tablet?
At this time the R6020 is only compatible with PC computers.
I cannot install my software on my work computer, do you know why?
Please note that you will require administrative rights to install and run the
R6020 software. In order to install and run the software you will have to
contactyourITdepartment/personnel.
Can I use my R6020 without the software?
In order to setup the instrument and retrieve data the R6020 software
is required.
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Product Care
To keep your instrument in good working order we recommend
the following:
• Storeyourproductinaclean,dryplace.
• Changethebatteryasneeded.
• Ifyourinstrumentisn'tbeingusedforaperiodofonemonthorlonger
please remove the battery.
Product Warranty
REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in
materialorworkmanshipforaperiodofone(1)yearfromdateofshipment.
During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no
charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because
of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.
REED Instruments total liability is limited to repair or replacement of the
product. REED Instruments shall not be liable for damages to goods,
property, or persons due to improper use or through attempts to utilize the
instrumentunderconditionswhichexceedthedesignedcapabilities.In
order to begin the warranty service process, please contact us by phone at
1-877-849-2127orbyemailat[email protected]todiscussthe
claim and determine the appropriate steps to process the warranty.
Product Disposal and Recycling
Please follow local laws and regulations when disposing or recycling your
instrument. Your product contains electronic components and must be
disposed of separately from standard waste products.
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Product Support
If you have any questions on your product, please contact your authorized
REED distributor or REED Instruments Customer Service by phone at
1-877-849-2127orbyemailat[email protected].
Please visit www.REEDINSTRUMENTS.com for the most
up-to-date manuals, datasheets, product guides and software.
Product specifications subject to change without notice.
All rights reserved. Any unauthorized copying or reproduction of
this manual is strictly prohibited without prior written permission
from REED Instruments.
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