Reed Instruments R4500SD Instruction Manual

Reed Instruments R4500SD Instruction Manual

Data logging hot wirethermo-anemometer

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R4500SD
Data Logging
Hot Wire
Thermo-
Anemometer
Instruction
Manual
REED Instruments
1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com

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  • Page 1 R4500SD Data Logging Hot Wire Thermo- Anemometer Instruction Manual REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Selecting the Temperature Unit of Measure (t-CF) ......14 Setting the Data Logging Sampling Rate (SP-t) ......... 14 Formatting the SD Card (Sd F) ............14-15 Verify Set Time and Date ..............15 continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Product Disposal and Recycling .............. 21 Product Support ..................21 Introduction Thank you for purchasing your REED R4500SD Data Logging Hot Wire Thermo-Anemometer. Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instrument. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will provide years of reliable service.
  • Page 4: Safety

    Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center. Features • Measures air velocity (fpm, m/s, kph, mph and knots) and air temperature • Contact temperature measurement with type J/K thermocouple option • Thermistor sensor for fast air temperature readings • Hot wire probe for precise low air velocity measurements • Real-time data logger with integrated SD memory card • User selectable sampling rate from 1 to 3600 seconds • Easy-to-read backlit LCD display • Data hold and Min/Max functions • Tripod mount for long-term monitoring • Low battery indicator and auto shut off Included • Telescope Hot Wire Probe • Hard Carrying Case • Batteries REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 5: Specifications

    5-digit, Dual LCD Display Backlit Display: Data Hold: Min: Max: Datalogging Capabilities: Real-Time Clock and Date Stamp: Sampling Rate: Yes (1, 2, 5, 10, 30, 60, 120, 300, 600, 1800, 3600 seconds) continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 6 Data Output: Yes (RS-232) Product Certifications: Operating Temperature: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C) Storage Temperature: 14 to 140°F (-10 to 60°C) Operating Humidity Range: 10 to 80% Dimensions: 8 x 3 x 1.5" (203 x 76 x 38mm) Weight: 1.13lb (515g) REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 7: Instrument Description

    FUNC. POWER HOLD ENTER NEXT TIME SAMPLING CHECK CHECK SD Series Data Logger R4500SD 10. Power Adapter Input 1. POWER/Backlight/ESC Button 2. SET/Down/TIME Button 11. Tripod Mounting Screw 3. SD Card Slot 12. Battery Cover 4. LCD Display 13. Kickstand 14. Type K/J Thermocouple 5. HOLD/FUNCTION/...
  • Page 8: Display Description

    Display Description Knot Km/h 1. Measurement Reading Indicator 2. Date & Time Values/Measurement Modes Indicator 3. Date/Time Stamp 4. Temperature Unit of Measure 5. Unit of Measure 6. Maximum and Minimum Indicators 7. Record Mode Indicator 8. Data Hold Indicator 9. Low Battery Indicator REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 9: Hot Wire Probe Description

    Turn the meter on by pressing the POWER button. To turn the meter off, press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds. Note: This meter can be powered by either six (6) "AA" batteries or AC adapter (sold separately). Selecting Measurement Modes The R4500SD offers 2 types of measurement modes: • Air Velocity/Temperature measurement • Type K/J Thermometer measurement When the meter is on, press and hold the FUNCTION button to toggle between "An" for air velocity/temperature and "tP" for Type K/J Thermometer measurement modes of operation.
  • Page 10: Changing The Air Velocity Unit Of Measure

    Note: Make sure to remove the telescopic probe before inserting the thermocouple probe. The screen will display a "K", confirming that is configured by default to a Type K thermocouple probe. The measured temperature will now be displayed on the display screen. Note: If using a type J thermocouple probe, see Selecting Thermocouple Type for details. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 11: Data Hold

    REC button for two seconds. When in recording mode the POWER button is disabled and the meter cannot be turned off. Backlight After powering the meter ON, the LCD Backlight will turn on automatically. Press the BACKLIGHT button to turn the LCD Backlight on or off. REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 12: Setup Mode

    Note: At any time, you can press the ESC button to exit the Setup mode and resume normal operation. The internal clock will keep accurate time when the meter is powered off. When new batteries are installed the clock will have to be reset. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 13: Setting Data Decimal Format (Dec)

    ON (enabled) or OFF (disabled). Press the ENTER button to confirm selection and skip to next parameter. Note: At any time, you can press the ESC button to exit the Setup mode and resume normal operation. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 14: Selecting Thermocouple Type (Type)

    Press the ENTER button to confirm selection. Press the ENTER button again to re-confirm. The meter will format the SD card and automatically return to the Setup menu when formatting is complete. Press the ESC button to exit the Setup mode and resume normal operation. REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 15: Verify Set Time And Date

    Press the buttons to select one of the 99 data memory positions in which to record. Press the ENTER button to confirm selection. Press the LOG button to save a reading to memory. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 16: Automatic Data Logging Mode

    Transferring Data from the SD Memory Card to a Computer While the meter is powered Off remove the SD memory card from the SD card slot. Insert the SD memory card into the computer. continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 17: Data Stream Output

    19-07-10 19-07-10 19-07-10 19-07-10 19-07-10 19-07-10 19-07-10 Data Stream Output Using Terminal application, a data stream can be viewed from the RS-232 output, connect RS-232/USB cable between the product and terminal/PC and use the following setting to view the data stream. Terminal Settings: • Bits per second: 9600 • Data bits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 continued... REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 18: 3.5Mm Terminal To Rs-232 Serial Connection

    After pressing the Reset pin, power the meter back up by holding the POWER button for 2 seconds. If resetting the meter does not resolve the issue, please return the meter to the nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center for repair. REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 19: Battery Replacement

    Secure the battery cover with the two (2) Phillips screws. Applications • HVAC/R and Refrigeration Servicing • Detecting Filter Blockage • Condensers and Chillers Accessories and Replacement Parts R4500SD-PROBE Replacement Probe for R4500SD R2920 Surface Thermocouple Probe R2930 Right Angle Thermocouple Probe R2940 Air/Gas Thermocouple Probe R2950 Immersion Thermocouple Probe R2960 Needle Tip Thermocouple Probe...
  • Page 20: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq's)

    2 second sampling rate; the batteries lasted approx. 14 hours. Product Care To keep your instrument in good working order we recommend the following: • Store your product in a clean, dry place. • Change the battery as needed. • If your instrument isn't being used for a period of one month or longer please remove the battery. • Clean your product and accessories with biodegradable cleaner. Do not spray the cleaner directly on the instrument. Use on external parts only. REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...
  • Page 21: Product Warranty

    REED Instruments guarantees this instrument to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, REED Instruments will repair or replace, at no charge, products or parts of a product that proves to be defective because of improper material or workmanship, under normal use and maintenance.
  • Page 22 TeST & MeASuRe WITH ConfIDenCe CHeCk ouT ouR LATeST PRoDuCTS! REED Instruments 1-877-849-2127 | info@reedinstruments.com | www.reedinstruments.com...

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