User's Manual

Do not take apart, repair or modify the main unit.
It may cause fire, electrocution or damage. Ask the shop where you purchased the products
or T&D Corporation to carry out any repairs.
If any smoke or strange smells are emitted from the unit, immediately cease
using it.
Continued use may cause fire, electrocution or damage.
Do not use any batteries other than those that are recommended.
It may cause fire or damage.
If water or a foreign object enters the case, immediately cease using it.
Store all batteries, sensors and Thermo Recorder units out of the reach of
children.
It is dangerous to swallow batteries.
Please be careful when using in overly hot or cold environments, touching the
units may cause burns or frostbite.
The RTR-501/502/502Pt are devices to measure temperature.
The RTR-503 is a devices to measure temperature humidity.
Do not use this unit for any purpose other than temperature measurement.
Cracks may develop in the unit casing if it comes into contact with hazardous
substances such as oil products.
If the unit is being used in an environment where there is a possibility of oil spraying or
splashing, T&D advises protecting the unit by placing it in a polyethylene bag.
Pay attention to water leakage or foreign objects entering into the unit case as
in the following cases.
- The case was closed with dust, hair, etc., on the rubber packing or in the groove for the
packing.
- The rubber packing was damaged. (In this case, please purchase the optional maintenance
set.)
- The unit suffered from significant temperature change while wet. especially if the
temperature change was from high to low.
Do not use or store the unit in places such as listed below:
It may cause electrocution, fire or damage to the unit or to your computer.
- Areas exposed to direct sunlight
- Areas exposed to water or high-pressure water flow.
- Areas exposed to organic solvents and corrosive gas.
- Areas exposed to strong magnetic fields
- Areas exposed to static electricity.
- Areas exposed to fire or overheating.
- Areas exposed to excessive dust or smoke.
Wireless Thermo Recorders Warranty
RTR-501 / RTR-502 / RTR-503 / RTR-502Pt
Customer's name:
Address:
Phone No.:
Dealer's name:
Address:
Phone No.:
Guarantee period: 12 months from date of purchase
Date of purchase:
Statement of Limited Warranty
1. This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year following the date of purchase. Should the product fail to operate per specification in normal use
during this period T&D will repair the unit or provide a replacement free of charge. T&D will not accept
returns for any reason other than defects during the warranty period, and will not accept any product
that has been misused, dropped, abused or inappropriately used or mistreated at any time.
2. This warranty is strictly limited to repair or replacement-in-kind for defective product. T&D makes no
other warranty, either express or implied, and will not accept liability beyond the remedies stated herein.
Specifically, T&D will not accept liability for direct, indirect, special, consequential or incidental damages
arising from the use of this product.
3. Customers wishing to submit a defective product for repair or replacement during the warranty
period should first contact the dealer from whom it was originally purchased. After receiving a return
authorization the defective product should then be packaged along with a description of the difficulties
being experienced, proof of purchase and all included accessories and materials, and returned it to
the dealer. In the event of difficulty contacting the original dealer, customers should contact the nearest
authorized T&D sales representative. A list of these can be found on the company's website, www.
tandd.com, or it can be obtained by contacting TandD US directly.
4. This limited warranty statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have
other rights which vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in Canada,
and from country to country elsewhere in the world. To the extent this limited warranty statement is
inconsistent with local law, this statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local
law.
5. For further information relating to product repair or replacement, or for other service questions after
the termination of the warranty period, customers should contact their local authorized T&D sales
representative.
We are not responsible for any malfunction or trouble caused by the use of our
product or by any problem caused by the malfunction of our unit. Please be
fully aware of this before using our product.
This 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.
Do not drop or expose the unit to strong impact.
Do not put your fingers or foreign matter into the sensor connection.
Battery terminals may provide insufficient contact due to age or vibration.
Please be careful not to lose data due to insufficient contact.
Battery life depends on the measurement environment, communication
frequency, recording interval and battery quality.
Avoid using the lithium batteries, LS 14250 for long periods at temperatures
over 60
o
C.
The battery life may be signifi cantly decreased.
Operate the units with the latest version of RTR-500GSM for Windows.
The latest version software can be downloaded from our home page.
TR-5106, the standard Sensor for RTR-502.
-Do no fold the sensor (tip section) or expose it to a strong impact. This may cause trouble or break the
wire.
-The sensor and the cable are shielded by Tefl on . If the shield has a defect or tear, the waterproof
capacity is lost as the shield is very thin. Inspect it before operation.
-Insert the sensor tip of least 5cm or more to obtain on accurate temperture measurement.
-Only use the sensor within the sensor heat-durability range.
TR-3310, the standard temperature and humidity sensor for RTR-503.
-Use the sensor only within the measurable temperature and humidity
range (Temperature: 0
o
C to 55
o
C and , Humidity: 10% to 95% RH)
-The Temperature/Humidity sensor cable cannot be extended.
-When the sensor is not used, put it in the attached plastic bag with a drying agent and keep it in cool,
dark place at 5
o
C to 25
o
C and 30% RH or less.
-The replacement period for the standard sensor is 1 year. Replace it when 1 year has passed after
opening the bag.
RTR-05P1, the sensor adaptor for RTR-502Pt.
-This sensor adaptor is not waterproof. Only use in an environment where there is no condensation or
possibility of wetness.
-When connecting the sensor, please follow the connection diagram on the terminal block. Please
make sure to securely tighten the screws to the terminal block so as there is no chance of becoming
unfastened.
Notices about this User's Manual
In order to properly use this product, please carefully read this manual before using. T&D Corporation accepts no responsibility for any malfunction of and / or trouble with 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
outlined in the attached warranty.
- All rights of this User's Manual belong to T&D Corporation. It is prohibited to use, duplicate and / or arrange a part or whole of this User's Manual without the permission of T&D Corporation.
- “TANDD”, “T&D” and the logo of T&D Corporation are all registered property of T&D Corporation.
- Specifications, design and other contents outlined in this manual are subject to change without notice.
- We are not responsible for any malfunction or trouble caused by the use of our product or by any problem caused by the use of measurement results of our unit. Please be fully aware of this before using our
product.
- On screen messages in this manual may vary slightly from the actual messages.
- Please notify the shop where you purchased this product or T&D Corporation of any mistakes, errors or unclear explanations in this manual.
- T&D Corporation accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of income caused by the use of our product.
- This 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.
- Some of our products, which come under the category of strategic goods in foreign trade law, need the permission of the Japanese government to be exported outside of Japan.
- This User's Manual cannot be reissued, so please keep it in a safe place.
- Please carefully read this User's Manual and Warranty.
Safety Precautions and Instructions * Please carefully observe the following safety measures when using our product.
To prevent any loss or damage to our customers, other people and/or property, and to ensure the proper use of our products we ask that before using our product you carefully
read, understand and follow the safety rules and precautions for our products as outlined below.
6. Message Area
[Memory FULL]
If recording under the ONE-TIME MODE,
when the number of data readings reaches
the specified capacity, recording will stop and
[FULL] will be displayed intermittently with the
current temperature.
Data Capacity (Estimate of time until FULL is displayed)
Recording Interval 1 second 30 second 15 minutes 60 minutes
RTR-501/502/
502Pt
about 4 hours and
26 minutes
about 5 days and
13 hours
about 166 days and
16 hours
about 1 year and
10 months
RTR-503
about 2 hours and
13 minutes
about 2 days and
18 hours
about 83 days and
8 hours
about 11 months
RTR-501 / RTR-502 / RTR-502Pt (16,000 data readings x 1ch.)
EX: Recording Interval of 30 seconds x Data readings of 16,000 = 480,000 seconds (about
5 days and 13 hours)
RTR-503 (8,000 data readings x 2 ch)
EX: Recording Interval of 30 seconds x Data readings of 8000 = 240,000 seconds (about 2
days and 18 hours)
[Check]
If this appears, all data that was stored in the
Logger will have been erased. This will be
displayed under the following conditions:
- The first time a battery was inserted after
purchase
- If the battery is replaced after having been taken
out for a long period
[Wireless Communication]
This will appear when data is being sent via
wireless communication to the Base Unit.
[Measurement Range Exceeded] (for RTR-502 and RTR-502Pt)
RTR-502
The temperature display blinks when the
temperature goes below -60
o
C or above 155
o
C (-76
o
F or +311
o
F) .
RTR-502Pt
The temperature display blinks when the
temperature goes below -199.9
o
C or above
600
o
C (-327.8
o
F or +1112
o
F) .
* When measuring and recording using Fahrenheit, although it is possible
to measure between -327.8 and 1112 degrees, the LCD on the Logger
can only show between -199.9 and 999.9 degrees.
* Even when the LCD reading is blinking, the RTR-502Pt’s internal
measuring and recording circuitry will continue to measure and record
to the limits of its operating range. While blinking the reading shown in
the display should be interpreted as only a rough guideline for the actual
temperature being measured and recorded. If measuring becomes
impossible, the display will read [----] and will continue to blink.
[No Sensor]
Displayed when a sensor has not been
connected or the wire has been broken.
Measurement and recording will continue and
battery power consumed.
TR-5106
Teflon-Shielded Sensor for RTR-502
Cable Length: 0.6m
Thermal Time Constant:
Approx. 15 Sec. (in air)
Approx. 2 Sec. (in agitated water)
Possible Temperature Measurement Range:
-60 to 155°C Sensor
Temperature Resistance: -70 to 180°C
Temp Measurement Accuracy:
Average +/-0.3°C (-20 to 80°C)
Average +/-0.5°C (-40 to -20°C / 80 to 110°C)
Average +/-1.0°C (-60 to -40°C / 110 to 155°C)
Materials:
Thermistor
Teflon Resin (FEP) - Shielded
TR-3310
Temp / Humidity Sensor for RTR-503
Cable Length: 1.0m
Possible Temperature Measurement Range: 0 to 55°C
Possible Humidity Measurement Range: 10 to 95%RH
Sensor Temperature Resistance: -10 to 60°C
Temp Measurement Accuracy: Average +/- 0.3°C
Humidity Measurement Accuracy:
+/-5%RH (At 25°C / 50%RH)
Service Life: 1 year
(under normal operational conditions)
Operational Conditions:
Without dew condensation, water leakage or effect
from corrosive gas or organic solvents.
Materials:
Temperature / Humidity Sensor
Polypropylene Resin
Vinyl Coated Electrical Wire
RTR-05P1
Sensor Adaptor Cable for RTR-502Pt
Cable Length: 1.0m
Sensor Temperature Resistance: -25 to 60°C
Materials:
Vinyl Vinyl Coated Wire
Optional Sensors for the RTR-52Pt can be selected
from the Optional Sensors for TR-81.
Morever, designed for easy compatibility, the
RTR-52Pt can be used with any three-wire type Pt100
/ Pt1000 temperature sensor.
Unit type RTR-501 RTR-502 RTR-503 RTR-502Pt
Measurement
Channel
1 Temperature Channel 1 Temperature Channel
1 Temperature
Channel
1 Humidity
Channel
1 Temperature Channel
Sensor Internal Temp. Sensor
External Temp. Sensor
(TR-5106)
External Temp. and
Humidity Sensor
(TR-3310)
External Temp. Sensor
Three - Wire Pt100 / Pt1000
(Sold Separately)
Thermal-Constant
Time
15 minutes
L Type: 25 minutes
Approx. 15 Sec. (in air)
Approx. 2 Sec. (in agitated water)
-
-
Sensor Response
Time
- -
About 7 min.
(90% response)
Measurement Range - 40 to 80
o
C - 60 to 155
o
C 0 to 55
o
C 10 to 95%RH -199.9 to 600
o
C (*1)
Measurement
Accuracy
Avg. +/- 0.5
o
C
Avg. +/- 0.3
o
C (-20 to 80
o
C)
Avg. +/- 0.5
o
C
(- 40 to -20
o
C / 80 to 110
o
C)
Avg. +/- 1.0
o
C
(- 60 to -40
o
C / 110 to 155
o
C)
Avg. +/- 0.3
o
C Avg. +/-5%RH
+/- 0.3
o
C
(-199.9 to 80
o
C)
+/- 0.5
o
C (80 to 450
o
C)
+/- 1.0
o
C (450 to 600
o
C)
*at 0 to 50
o
C /
Sensor accuracy is not included.
(at 25
o
C and 50%RH)
Measurement Display
Resolution
0.1
o
C 0.1
o
C 0.1
o
C 1%RH 0.1
o
C
Recording Interval 1,2,5,10,15,20,30 seconds / 1,2,5,10,15,20,30,60 minutes Total of 15 choices
Recording Capacity
16,000 Readings x
1 Channel
16,000 Readings x
1 Channel
8,000 Readings x
2 Channels
16,000 Readings x
1 Channel
Recording Mode Endless (Overwrite oldest data when capacity is full) / One-time (Stop recording when capacity is full)
LCD Display Items Current Readings, Recording Settings, Battery Life Warning, Over Measurement Range Warning, Amount of Recorded Data
Power
Lithium Battery (LS14250(SAFT)) x 1
Litium Battery (LS26500) x 1 / AC Adaptor (sold separately) (*2)
Battery Life Approx. 1 year
Wireless
Specifications
FCC Part15 Section247 / IC RSS-210 [ Frequency Range: 902 to 928MHz ]
Transmission Range Approx. 500ft (May vary with conditions)
Interface Wireless Communication / Optical Communication
Communication
Speed
Collection of a full unit of data: Wireless communication = about 2 minutes / Optical communication = about 160 seconds
Water Resistance
IP67 (immersion proof) IP64 (rated for use in daily life) (*4)
Dimensions H62mm x W 47mm x D19mm (excluding protrusions / antenna length 23mm)
Weight Approx. 56g. (including 1 lithium battery)
Unit Temp. Resistance
Resistance -30 to 80
o
C
(Unit temp resistance and measurement range is -40 to 80
o
C but wireless communication cannot occur in an environment of less than -30
o
C)
Others In order to download data via wireless communication, it is necessary to purchase Base Unit.
(*1) When measuring and recording using Fahrenheit, although it is possible to measure between -327.8 and 1112 degrees, the LCD on the Logger can only show
between -199.9 and 999.9 degrees.
(*2) Contact your local authorized TandD sales representative.
(*3) Battery life depends on measurement environment, recording interval and battery performance.
(*4) Water protection is rated as splashproof (IP64) when the sensor is connected. Not for continued immersion.
Products Specification
DANGER
CAUTION
Notes about Sensors
Wireless Regulations
Radio, EMC and Safety Regulations
This device complies with part 15 of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules and with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada (IC).
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital
Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- sssConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.