Triplett ACDL100 User manual

User Manual
ACDL100
True RMS AC Voltage/Current
Datalogger

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Triplett ACDL100 TRMS Voltage
or Current datalogger. With this meter, you can monitor and log data over
long periods of time and then easily transfer the data to a pc for viewing
and evaluation. The LCD display provides real time data, Max/Min data and
time information
Safety
Warning!
Do not attempt to make measurement in flammable gaseous areas!
When testing a non-insulated cable, pay
attention to avoid short circuits. Do not
attempt to use the instrument when your hand
is wet!
Do not input over range during measurements.
Never open the battery cover during measurements.
Stop using the instrument when there is any structural
defect or exposed metal parts. Do not install substitute
parts or make modifications on the meter.
Never replace the battery in moist areas.
Ensure the meter is disconnected and switch off before opening
the battery cover to replace the battery.
Do not attempt to place the instrument in high vibration areas.
Do not expose the meter to direct sunlight, high temperature and
high moisture environment. Switch off the meter after use. Remove
the AAA batteries when the meter will be stored for a period of time.
When cleaning, do not use abrasives or solvents on the meter,
use a damp cloth and mild detergent only.

Description and Button Functions
1. LCD Description
Normal record mode is selected
Capture record mode is
selected. Records the sine
wave when the measure
value exceeds the
Capture Detection set
level.
Auto power off setting,
the meter will
automatically shuts off
after 5mins without any
button presses.
Average peak measure
and record mode
selected (about 195ms)
Recording status. After the record mode is set up by the
software, press the START/STOP button for more than 4
seconds to begin recording. This icon will be displayed
and indicates the meter is recording data. Press the same
button again for more than 4 seconds to stop recording.
Record until full is selected. When the memory is full, the
datalogger will stop recording.
Continuous recording is selected. When the memory is full,
the data will overwrite the oldest data.
Memory full and recording has stopped.
Battery sign, when display completely the battery power is
full. When there is only a frame icon displayed, the battery is
exhausted and should be replaced with a new one.

2. AC adaptor Jack
3. ON/OFF Button
4. MAX/MIN : Press the button one
time to display the MAX (maximum)
reading . Press again to display the
MIN (minimum) reading. A third press
will exit MAX/MIN mode. The meter
will automatically exit MAX/MIN mode
in 10 seconds if no button is pressed.
5. CH Input Jack: Insert the current or voltage sensor to this COM to
measure and record the data.
6. PEAK HOLD: In the non-PEAK measurement mode, press the PEAK
HOLD button to display the average Peak value of the
present value. Press the button again to exit PEAK display. The meter will
automatically exit in 10s if no button is pressed.
7. START/STOP: Press the START/STOP button for one time to pause
data. Press again to resume. After setting the record mode, press this
button for more than 4 seconds and then release it after REC is shown on
the LCD. The meter will measure and record data according to the
software setup.
8. USB Port
9. AC Current Clamp Jaw: Clamp the jaws around a single
conductor for AC current measurements to 200A
10. Jaw Opening Trigger
11. CH Plug
12. AC Voltage Probes or Alligator clips
13. Voltage module
14. CH Plug

Operation
1. Install 4 fresh AAA batteries or connect the AC adaptor.
2. Set-up the datalogger using the software provided.
3. Connect the voltage test leads or the current probe to the meter
and hen to the AC source to be measured.
4. Press and Hold the START/STOP button for four seconds to start
recording. The “REC” icon will appear in the display indication that
recording has begun.
5. Press and Hold the START/STOP button for four seconds to stop
recording. The “REC” icon will disappear from the display.
6. Remove the probe, connect the datalogger to a PC and use the
supplied software to download the data.
7. After each recording you will need to connect to the PC and supplied
software to download the data and set up for the next recording.
You, as the end user, are legally bound (Battery ordinance) to
return all used batteries and accumulators; disposal in the
household garbage is prohibited!
You can hand over your used batteries / accumulators at
collection points in your community or wherever batteries /
accumulators are sold!
Disposal: Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the
disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle.
Note: If the clock does not set to the correct time, replace the 3V button
battery.

Software Introduction
1. Software can be downloaded from the Triplett Website here:
Download Triplett Product Software —Triplett —Triplett
Test Equipment & Tools
2. After the software is installed, connect the datalogger to the PC by
the USB cable.
3. A USB Driver installation window will pop-up. Follow the directions to
install the driver.
System Required:
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7,Windows 8, or Windows
10
Minimum Hardware Required:
PC or NoteBook with Pentium 90MHz or higher 32 MB RAM
At least 7 MB hard disk space available to install Datalogger USB software
Recommended display resolution 1024 x 768 with High Color (16 bit)
Software Operation
The Software operation is described in the HELP file located in the
software suite.

Specifications
Display
Multi-function LCD
Maximum data
points
100,000
Channels
Single channel, TRMS AC Voltage or Current
Sample rate
1s to 24h selectable
Transient capture
>0.244mS
Analysis software
Windows 2000/XP/ Vista/7/8
Data output
USB port
Open input
indication
"LO" appears on the LCD
Low battery
indication
Empty battery symbol appears on the LCD
Power supply
4 AAA Batteries and 1 CR 3V memory button
battery (CR2032 or
equivalent)
Battery life
5 days (approximately)
AC Adaptor
9V, 0.5A
Standards
CCCAT III 600V
Operating
Temperature
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Operating Humidity
<70% RH
Current Clamp Jaw
opening
12.7mm (0.5”)
Dimensions
114 x 63 x 34mm (4.5 x 2.5 x 1.3”)
Weight
248g (8.7oz.)
Range
Accuracy
Voltage
10VAC to 600.0VAC
±2.0%±1V
40Hz to 1kHz
Current
10A to 200.0A
±2.0%±1A
50/60Hz
Peak
Measurement
8.0 to 850.0V
±5.0%

Warranty
Triplett / Jewell Instruments extends the following warranty to the original purchaser of
these goods for use. Triplett warrants to the original purchaser for use that the products
sold by it will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of (1) one
year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to any of our products
which have been repaired or altered by unauthorized persons in any way or purchased
from unauthorized distributors so as, in our sole judgment, to injure their stability or
reliability, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, misapplication, negligence,
accident or which have had the serial numbers altered, defaced, or removed.
Accessories, including batteries are not covered by this warranty
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