WatchDog Data Logger. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. at (800)248-8873 or (815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX at (815)436-4460, or E-Mail at info@specmeters.com.
General Overview Thank you for purchasing a WatchDog Data Logger. This manual describes how to use your WatchDog Logger and keep it working accurately for many years. Read this manual thoroughly in order to get effective performance from your data logger. This WatchDog Data Logger series will allow you to record conditions at remote sites.
Installation and Placement WatchDog loggers have the versatility to be located in any micro-climate for recording weather data. The sensors and the mini-radiation shield include hardware for attaching them on a 1” to 1¼” outside diameter mast (pipe). Use a 5’ - 10’ length of conduit or pipe as the mast mount.
Connecting to Computer To launch and/or download data from the logger, connect the logger to a computer via the data transmission cable. This cable is included with the SpecWare software package. The data cable connects to an available serial port on your personal computer and the port labeled “computer”...
SpecWare Software - Use SpecWare software to launch the logger to record specified parameters at chosen measurement intervals. Interval choices offered are 1,10,15, 30, 60, and 120 minutes. - Use SpecWare software to read the logged data. - Once the data has been downloaded to the computer, SpecWare software creates a plot and offers a wide variety of Report options.
Battery Replacement Each WatchDog Data Logger is powered by a 3 Volt CR2032 battery. The battery has a life of 6 months continuous use and a 2-year shelf life. It is user replaceable and can be purchased locally. Other battery numbers that may be substituted for a CR2032 are BR2032 or DL2032.
Trouble Shooting Commonly asked questions include: Q. Why will logger not connect with computer? A. Data logger needs a new battery or the COM Port settings need to be changed through SpecWare software. Q. Why is logger logging invalid or out-of-range readings? A.
Should you have a problem, or have questions: Who do I contact? Contact the company you purchased the data logger from: Spectrum Technologies, Inc. or an authorized Spectrum Dealer. When Contacting Spectrum Technologies: lease indicate that you need Technical Support.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. This warranty does...
Page 12
12360 S. Industrial Dr. E Plainfield IL 60585 (800) 248-8873 or (815) 436-4440 Fax (815) 436-4460 E-Mail: info@specmeters.com www.specmeters.com...