Triplett ACDL200 User manual

User Manual
ACDL200
Dual Input True RMS AC
Voltage/Current Datalogger

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Triplett ACDL200 Dual Input
Voltage / Current datalogger. With this meter, you can monitor and log data
(Voltage/Voltage, Current/Current or Voltage/Current) over long periods of
time and then easily transfer the data to a pc for viewing
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
Auto power off (does not apply
when recording), the meter will
automatically shuts off after
5mins without any button
presses.
REC: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.
FULL Memory full and recording has stopped.
Battery status, when completely filled in (black) the battery
power is full. When there is only one section filled in, 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 Jacks: Insert the current or
voltage sensor to these ports to measure
and record the data.
6. CHANNEL: Select the channel for display on the LCD
7. START/STOP: After the datalogger is setup from the software, press
The, START/STOP button for 4 seconds to begin recording. Press the
button again for 4 seconds to stop recording.
Recording cannot be started again until the data is
downloaded to the software!
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 probes 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.
Note: If the clock does not set to the correct time, replace the 3V button
battery.
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.
Software Introduction
1. Place the CD in the drive and then follow the on-screen installation
instruction.
2. After the software is installed, keep the CD in the drive and
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.
Download Triplett Product Software —Triplett —Triplett Test Equipment
& Tools
Software Operation
The Software operation is described in the HELP file located on the
software disk.

Specifications
Display
Multi-function LCD
Maximum data points
256,000 Values
Channels
Dual channel, TRMS AC Voltage or Current
Sample rate
1s to 24h
selectable
Data output
USB port
Current Clamp Jaw
opening
12.7mm (0.5”)
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
CC, CAT III 600V, for inside use, maximum height
2000 meters
Operating
Temperature
0 to 50°C, 32 to
122°F
Operating Humidity
<70% RH
Storage temperature
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Storage Humidity
< 80% relative
humidity
Dimensions
114 x 63 x 34mm” (4.5 x 2.5 x 1.3)
Weight
248g. (8.7oz)
Function
Range
Accuracy
Voltage (40Hz to
1kHz)
10VAC to
600.0VAC
±2.0%±1V
Current (50/60Hz)
10A to 200.0A
±2.0%±1A

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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