T&D RTR-50 User manual

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Notices
Carefully read this manual so that you can properly use this product.
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this product or with your computer that is caused by the improper handling of this
product and will deem such trouble or malfunction as falling outside the conditions for
free repair of the attached warranty.
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accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of income caused by the use of
our product.
ȆThis product has been designed for private or industrial use only. It is not for use in
situations where strict safety precautions are necessary such as in connection with
medical equipment, whether directly or indirectly.
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Introduction
Software User Agreement
Escape Clauses
ȆT&D Corporation does not guarantee the operation of RTR-50 for Windows®.
ȆT&D Corporation shall not accept any responsibility for any damage, whether direct or
indirect, that results from the usage of T&D Recorder for Windows.
ȆSpecifications of RTR-50 for Windows®may be subject to change and service may be
terminated without advance notice to the user. In such a case, T&D Corporation shall
not be responsible for any damages, whether direct or indirect, from the inability to
use RTR-50 for Windows®.
ȆT&D Corporation has no obligation to correct any defects found in RTR-50 for
Windows.
Copyright
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documents, belongs solely to T&D Corporation.
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magazines or as a part of any product is strictly forbidden without the expressed
consent of T&D Corporation. Any inquires concerning commercial redistribution
should be directed to the Sales Department of T&D Corporation.
ȆPlease do not attempt to make any changes or modifications to RTR-50 for Windows®.

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Table of Contents
Software User Agreement------------------- ii
Escape Clauses ---------------------------------- ii
Copyright ------------------------------------------- ii
Safety Precautions and Instructions ------v
To ensure safety be sure to obey all of the
following warnings.-------------------------------v
1. Introduction
What is Wireless Communication Port
RTR-50? -----------------------------------------3
Application Examples ---------------------------3
What is RTR-50 for Windows®? ------------4
Outline ----------------------------------------------4
Basic Functions ----------------------------------4
Package Contents -----------------------------6
Part Names and Functions------------------7
Appearance Diagram ---------------------------7
2. Getting Ready
General Procedure ----------------------------9
Getting Ready -------------------------------- 10
Install Batteries --------------------------------- 10
Install RTR-50 for Windows®-------------- 11
Connect the RTR-50 with a USB
communication cable to your computer 12
Installing the USB Device Driver--------- 13
Confirming the USB Device Driver
Connection to the Computer-------------- 18
Windows®XP / 2000 --------------------------18
Windows® Me/98SE ---------------------------19
If USB Device Driver Installation Fails-- 20
How to Re-install -------------------------------20
Connecting the RTR-50 with a serial
communication cable to your computer 21
Setting up the Communication Port ----- 22
3. How to use "RTR-50 for Windows"
Basic Functions ------------------------------ 25
Open "RTR-50 for Windows"----------------25
Explanation of Display ------------------------ 25
Main Unit Info -----------------------------------27
Remote Unit / Relay Unit Registration-- 28
Basic Procedure for Registration----------- 28
Registering a Remote Unit ------------------31
Deletion and Initialization of Remote
Unit ------------------------------------------------33
Getting Remote Unit Current Status
(Wireless Communication)-------------------35
Getting Registration Info
(Optical Communication)--------------------- 36
Registering a Relay Unit ---------------------37
Connect a Remote Unit via Relay Unit ---39
Deletion and Initialization of Relay Unit -- 40
Getting Relay Unit Current Status
(Wireless Communication)-------------------42
Getting Base Unit / Relay Unit Info
(Direct Communication) ----------------------43
Wireless Communication Test -------------- 44
Data Download Settings ------------------- 46
[Detailed Settings] Button-------------------- 48
Recording Start Settings------------------- 50
When using Wireless Communication ----50
When using Optical Communication ------ 53
Monitoring / Warning Monitoring
Settings----------------------------------------- 56
[Monitoring Settings] -------------------------- 56
[Monitoring Interval] Button------------------57
[Warning Settings] ----------------------------57
[Warning Report Mail Settings] Button --- 57
[View Warning Log] Button ------------------ 58
[Start Monitoring / Warning Monitoring]
Button ---------------------------------------------59
Monitoring Graph Window ------------------- 59
Monitoring Graph Settings------------------- 60
Mail Settings-------------------------------------63

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Getting Ready RTR-50 for Windows Graph Other
Introduction
Auto-Download Settings ------------------- 64
[Auto-Download Settings] -------------------- 64
[Start Auto-Download] Button--------------- 65
[Data Storage Folder] Button---------------- 65
[View Auto-Download Log] Button ---------66
4. Graph Operations
Temperature / Humidity Graph ----------- 69
Main Window Names and Functions------69
Zooming In and Out on the Graph--------- 71
[Graph] Menu -----------------------------------72
Data List Display -------------------------------73
Switching the Graph Display Mode--------74
High, Low, Avg. Calculation Range-------- 75
Editing Recording Conditions --------------- 76
Re-ordering Channel Data------------------- 77
Erasing Selected Channel Data------------ 78
Changing Graph Colors and
Widths of Lines --------------------------------- 79
Shift Unit (Ɏ/ ɋF) ------------------------------80
Copy Display to Clipboard ------------------- 80
Print Preview and Print -----------------------80
Multi-scale Graph ---------------------------- 82
Main Window Names and Functions------83
Zooming In and Out on the Graph--------- 85
Data List Display -------------------------------86
Changing Graph Display Mode-------------87
High, Low, Avg. Calculation Range-------- 87
Editing Recording Conditions --------------- 87
Re-ordering Channel Data------------------- 87
Erasing Selected Channel Data------------ 88
Merging Channel Data------------------------ 88
Setting Vertical Axis Display Range ------- 89
Scale / Unit Conversion ---------------------- 90
Changing Graph Colors and
Widths of Lines --------------------------------- 91
Print Preview and Print -----------------------93
Event Viewer ---------------------------------- 94
Main Window Names and Functions------95
Changing the Event Viewer Method of
Display -------------------------------------------- 96
File Info -------------------------------------------97
Open multiple sets of data------------------- 97
Print Preview and Print -----------------------98
Other Functions ------------------------------ 99
Saving Recorded Data------------------------99
Saving Data for Event Viewer --------------- 99
Saving Data as Text File-------------------- 100
Opening a Saved File ----------------------- 102
Others
Troubleshooting ---------------------------- 105

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To ensure safety be sure to obey all of the following warnings.
The following items should be strictly obeyed for the safe usage of this unit,
and for protecting yourself and other people from bodily harm and/or damage
to property. To ensure the proper use of our product, please read the following
carefully and fully understand the contents.
Explanation of Symbols
Explanation of Warning Symbols
DANGER
These entries are actions that absolutely under no
circumstance should be taken. The taking of such
an action may cause serious personal physical
damage or death.
CAUTION These entries are actions that if taken may lead to
physical injury or damage to persons or things.
Explanation of Picture Symbols
Denotes an important warning or caution.
Denotes a forbidden action. Inside or near the symbol will
appear another symbol giving details.
(EX : stands for DO NOT TAKE APART)
Denotes an action that you must take.

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Introduction
DANGER
Be sure to follow the warnings and notices about use
from your PC maker when installing and using this unit.
Do not take apart, repair or modify the main unit.
Doing so may cause fire or electrocution.
If water or a foreign body enters in this unit, turn the
power off and remove the batteries. Continued use may
cause fire or electrocution.
Do not use this unit in wet or humid places, such as a
bathroom.
Store RTR-50 main units, batteries and communication
cables out of the reach of children.
It is dangerous to touch or swallow batteries.
Do not connect the communication cable to a telephone line.
It may cause a fire or other trouble including malfunction.
If any smoke or strage smells are emitted from the unit,
immediately remove the batteries and stop using.
Continued use may cause fire or electrocution.
Do not drop the unit, or expose the unit to a strong
impact. If that happens to the unit, immediately turn the
power OFF and remove the batteries.
Continued use may cause fire or electrocution.

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CAUTION
This unit is not water-resistant.
If the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean cloth and a mild
detergent.
Please do not insert your fingers or any foreign objects into any
of the devices' jacks.
Battery terminals may provide insufficient contact due to age or
vibration.
This may lead to data loss.
Do not use any other batteries than those that are specified in
this User's Manual.
It may cause a fire or other trouble including malfunction.
Battery terminals may provide insufficient contact due to
age or vibration. This may lead to data loss.
Condensation may occur if the unit is moved from one
environment to another where the difference in
temperature is great. Use the unit in an environment
where the ambient temperature is from -10 to 60Ɏand the
humidity is 90ɓRH (no condensation) or less.

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Introduction
Do not use or store the Thermo Recorder in any of the following
places. Doing so may cause electrocution, fire and/or other
adverse effects to the device and/or your computer.
- Areas exposed to direct sunlight
This will cause the inside of the device to become overheated
and may cause fire, deformation, and/or other damage
including malfunction.
- Areas prone to strong magnetic fields
This may cause damage including malfunction.
- Areas exposed to water leakage
This may cause electrocution or other damage incluing
malfunction.
- Areas exposed to excessive vibration
This may cause injury, malfunction, damage or loss of proper
electrical contact.
- Areas near fire or exposed to excessive heat
This may cause damage including malfunction and
deformation.
- Areas prone to smoke, duct and dirt
This may cause damage including malfunction.

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Wireless Regulations
- RTR-50 complies with technical specifications required under
EN 301 489-3 (with battery and AC Adapter), EN 300-220-3
and EN 60950-1:2001/IEC 60950-1:2001
- Allowed to use in : A. B. D. DK. F. I. P. S. SW. UK. N. NL. CH.
FIN. PL. CZ. SK. IR. LT. LV. ML. EE. TUR

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1. Introduction

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What is Wireless Communication Port RTR-50?
The Wireless Communication Port RTR-50 is a base unit designed to carry
out wireless communication with our compact waterproof Wireless Data
Loggers, RTR-5 Series (RTR-51/52/53/RVR-52) and to be connected to a
computer via a USB or serial communication cable to gather data from and
control the loggers. Also, by setting up an RTR-50 between the RTR-50 desig-
nated as the Base Unit and the RTR-5 Series Remote Data Logger unit, you
can use any RTR-50 as a Relay Unit for wireless communication.
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Application Examples
- For the gathering of recorded data via wireless communication from long distances
and the controlling of data loggers in places where handling of data loggers is difficult
or impossible
- For downloading recorded data and monitoring current readings from moving or
rotating data loggers on production lines
* The communication range for each RTR-50 Relay Unit is up to 100m.

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Introduction
What is RTR-50 for Windows®?
Outline
The easy-to-use software, RTR-50 for Windows®offers a variety of useful
functions for any RTR-5 series data logger: including control of data logger
recording settings, data downloading, graph display, table creation, printing,
and file output.
Using our exclusive short-wave wireless technology it is possible to carry out
Remote Unit Registrations and make Operational Settings between an
RTR-50 Base and any RTR-5 Series Data Logger via wireless communica-
tion. If you wish to use an RTR-50 as a Relay Unit, it is also possible to carry
out Relay Unit Registration and make other Operational Settings.
Basic Functions
Wireless Communication
Start Recording / Download Recorded Data / Monitor Current Readings / Warning Alarm
/ Auto-Download / Get Remote Unit Status / Wireless Communication Test / Get Radio
Wave Strength of Relay Unit / Get Remaining Battery Life in Relay Unit
Optical out by placing a data logger (Remote Unit) face down on an
RTR-50 (Base Unit).
Remote Unit Registration and/or Initialization / Start Recording / Download Recorded
Data / Get Remote Unit Info
Direct Cable Communication---Communication carried out via cable
between the computer and the Base Unit / Relay Unit(s) for the initial
settings.
Relay Unit Registration and/or Initialization (Returning RTR-50 to Base Unit) / Relay
Route Name Settings/ Communication Frequency Channel Settings / Get Remaining
Battery Life
Data Operation
- Easy processing of the data downloaded from a Remote Unit into graphs, saving to
files and/or printing.
- Convert the Remote / Relay Unit Registration Info to file format.
- Display current measurements in graph form / Warning Status Log
- The downloading of data can be set to be automatically carried out at a specified time
or at a set interval of time.

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Others
-Monitoring at each location for warnings is carried out and if any of the gathered data
exceeds the set limit, a notification can be sent via E-mail.
To properly use this software, the following operational environment
is necessary.
Compatible OS Microsoft Windows®98SE/Me (English)
Microsoft Windows®XP/2000 (English)
Software Microsoft Internet Explorer ver.5.01 or higher
PC / CPU IBM Compatible equipped with more than Pentium
90MHz or NEC 98 Series
USB Communication or Serial Communication (RS232-C
D-sub 9pin)
Operating Environment A Stable Windows®Operating Environment

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Introduction
Package Contents
The following items are included in the package:
Wireless Communication Port
RTR-50
Wireless Communication Port RTR-50 ȿ1
USB Communication Cable ȿ1 Software
CD-ROM ȿ1
Manual ȿ1 Memo Sticker*1
*1:Please write Relay Unit Names, Numbers or any other memos on the sticker and
fasten it to the unit.

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Part Names and Functions
Appearance Diagram
ȺFrontȻ
ȺLeft Side / Right SideȻ
ȺBackȻ

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2. Getting Ready
This section provides instructions on getting the RTR-50 ready to use.

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General Procedure
1.
Install RTR-50 for Windows®into the computer. P.11
2.
Connect the Communication Cable to the RTR-50.
When using the USB Communication Cable :
Installing the USB Device Driver /
Setting up the Communication Port
When using the Serial Communication Cable :
Setting up the Communication Port
P.12 〜
3.
Connect the Communication Cable to the Computer.
For Serial Communication install batteries or connect the AC
adaptor in advance.
P.12 〜
4.
Remote Unit / Relay Unit Registration, Various Settings by
Optical Communication from RTR-50 for Windows. P.28 〜
5.
Remote Unit / Relay Unit Installation P.28 〜
6.
Various Settings by Wireless Communication from RTR-50 for
Windows P.46 〜
7.
Post-downloading Data Management and Processing in Graphs P.69 〜

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Getting Ready
Getting Ready
Install Batteries
For serial communication with your computer and to use as a Relay Unit, make sure to
install batteries.
NOTE:
When the RTR-50 is connected by a USB communication cable to your computer or
power is supplied by an AC adaptor to the RTR-50, there is no need to insert batteries.
Insert 2 AA alkaline batteries as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
- Always use two batteries of the same type.
- Make sure not to mistake + / -.
- A battery cannot be charged inside the RTR-50.
*The Monitor LED will blink once when usable batteries are installed.

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Install RTR-50 for Windows®
- Is Windows®operating properly ȉ
If Windows®is not operating properly, RTR-50 for Windows®may not be installed
correctly or it may not operate properly.
- Please quit all other applications.
If you are running other applications, make sure to quit them before installation. If you
have any permanently active software, such as a virus check or scan program in your
computer, make sure to also quit it.
1. Open Windows®.
2. Insert the attached CD-ROM in the CR-ROM drive.
In a few seconds, the [Install Program] window will appear.
*If that window does not automatically open, please open it by double clicking the
CD-ROM icon in [My Computer] on your desktop.
3. Select [RTR-50 for Windows®] and click the [Execute] button to start the
installation.
4. Continue the installation by following the directions as they appear.
After installation has been completed, "RTR-50 for Windows®" will be registered in
Windows' [Start] Menu.
When connecting the RTR-50 to your computer for direct communication to download
or make setting changes, etcȤ, please use the USB communication cable (provided)
or the optional serial communication cable (TR-07C).