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OPERATIONS MANUAL

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Continental Refrigerator

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539 Dunksferry Road

Bensalem, PA 19020-5908

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Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL Remote Temperature Logger WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System 1-800-523-7138 Please fill in the following information for your Data Logger, carefully read the instructions in Continental Refrigerator this manual and file it for future reference. A Division of National Refrigeration SCAN this code to download manual...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Remote Temperature Data Logger System Overview Data Logger Safety Spec Sheet Quick Online Setup Quick Bluetooth Setup Default Settings Custom Setup Setting Up Your Device Online Setting Up Your Device On Your Smartphone Adjusting Settings WebStorage Service Online Account TR-7wb/nw for Windows Software T&D Thermo App on Your Smartphone Data Viewing &...
Page 3: Remote Temperature Data Logger System Overview
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System REMOTE TEMPERATURE DATA LOGGER SYSTEM OVERVIEW Data & Alert View Auto Data Upload Data Analysis Data Collection & Upload Wireless * Components by others. Temperature Data Logger WiFi, Bluetooth & USB 2 Channel Continental’s Remote Temperature Logger System provides automatic monitoring and reporting of equipment temperatures through built-in WiFi, Bluetooth, or USB connectivity.
Page 4: Data Logger Safety Spec Sheet
DATA LOGGER SAFETY SPEC SHEET SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS The following items should be strictly obeyed for the safe usage of this product, and for protecting yourself and other people from bodily harm and/or damage to property. Sensor Jack Channel 1 Sensor Jack Channel 2 Power Button...
Page 5 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System DATA LOGGER SAFETY SPEC SHEET (cont’d) Do not use any battery, sensor, or cable other than those specified by Continental Refrigerator. Do not put anything on top of the cable or the unit. This may cause overheating. Do not disconnect the USB cable during USB communication.
Page 6: Quick Online Setup
QUICK ONLINE SETUP (For Custom Online Setup Instructions, see page 10) AUTOMATIC DATA UPLOAD TO THE CLOUD This function enables the logger to automatically upload recorded data to WebStorage Service, where data is available for viewing. Here, settings can also be changed. This procedure requires wireless LAN/ WiFi, as well as a smartphone or tablet with Bluetooth capabilities.
Page 7 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System QUICK ONLINE SETUP (cont’d) STEP 3: CHANGING DEVICE SETTINGS (For detailed instructions on changing device settings through your WebStorage Service account, see page 15) From the Web browser on your PC or mobile device, log on to your WebStorage Service account.
Page 8: Quick Bluetooth Setup
QUICK BLUETOOTH SETUP ® (For Custom Bluetooth Setup Instructions, see page 13) SMARTPHONE OVER BLUETOOTH: SETUP AND DOWNLOAD By using the “T&D Thermo” app, it is possible to change device settings, download recorded data, and view recorded data directly from your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth. Please note that the app supports Android OS 4.4 or later and iOS 10.0 or later.
Page 9: Default Settings
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System DEFAULT SETTINGS START RECORDING TAB Recording Start Date & Time Immediate Recording Interval 1 min. Recording Mode Endless Group Name Model # Device Name Serial # Channel 1 Name Cab Tem_Rtn Air Channel 2 Name Amb_Cond Air In...
Page 10: Custom Setup
CUSTOM SETUP Your device can be setup using two methods: Online, which requires WiFi and either a: Software download on a Windows device Bluetooth connection on a smart device Through your smartphone, which requires Bluetooth capabilities For either method, multiple devices can be registered. To do this, you will need your device Serial Number and Registration Code, which are provided on the cover of this manual.
Page 11 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System CUSTOM SETUP (cont’d) Figure 1: WebStorage Service Dashboard and Add a Device Button Now your device needs to be connected to WiFi. This can be done through your smart device (see page 14) or through your PC.
Page 12 CUSTOM SETUP (cont’d) 14. Click on the [Auto-Upload Settings] tab as shown in Figure 3. 15. In the Wireless LAN Settings section, enter the Network Name (SSID) and Password of your WiFi, as shown in Figure 3. See Troubleshooting Guide on page 28 for any connection errors. 16.
Page 13: Setting Up Your Device On Your Smartphone
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System CUSTOM SETUP (cont’d) CONNECTING YOUR DEVICE TO YOUR SMARTPHONE This requires a device with Bluetooth capabilities. You can also connect your logger to WiFi using your smartphone. Download the “T&D Thermo” app. Its icon is shown in Figure 1. FIGURE 1: T&D Thermo App Icon Open the app.
Page 14 CUSTOM SETUP (cont’d) Once all devices are added, click the [Back] button on the top banner of the screen. 10. Your device(s) will show on your main screen, as shown in Figure 3. FIGURE 3: Main App Screen with Added Device(s) If you want your logger connected to WiFi, either follow the steps below to connect via your smartphone, or refer to page 14 to connect via your PC using the provided USB cable.
Page 15: Adjusting Settings
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System ADJUSTING SETTINGS This section describes different methods of altering your devices settings, using the following 3 options: WebStorage Service Online “TR-7wb/nw for Windows” software “T&D Thermo” app on your smartphone These settings include: Device Name –...
Page 16 ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) A new window will open. as shown in Figure 2. This Figure also shows the settings that can be adjusted. FIGURE 2: Settings Window and Send Settings Button Once all of the settings are entered, click [Send Settings], as shown in Figure 2. OPERATIONS MANUAL...
Page 17: Tr-7Wb/Nw For Windows Software
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) CHANGING SETTINGS THROUGH THE TR-7wb/nw FOR WINDOWS SOFTWARE NOTE: Make sure to click [Get Settings] in each window to view the current logger settings on the software.
Page 18 ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) Open the Auto-Upload Settings tab. Click on [Warning Settings] button, as shown in Figure 2A. Figure 3 shows the Warning Settings that can be entered. FIGURE 2: Warning Settings Button Once all of the settings are entered, click [Send Settings]. Once the transmission is successfully completed, click [OK] in the pop-up window.
Page 19 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) On the Auto-Upload Setting Tab, click on the Time Settings button, as shown in Figure 2B. Figure 4 shows the Time Settings that can be entered. Once the desired settings are entered, click [Send Settings].
Page 20: T&D Thermo App On Your Smartphone
ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) CHANGING SETTINGS THROUGH THE T&D THERMO APP ON YOUR SMARTPHONE When you open app, device list page will show. Click on the device you would like to manage. You will see the main screen for that device. Click [ Bluetooth] to start communication with the device.
Page 21 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) FIGURE 5: Warning Settings FIGURE 6: Warning Settings FIGURE 7: Network Settings FIGURE 8: Other Bluetooth Lock & Data Destination only accessible via Bluetooth connection OPERATIONS MANUAL...
Page 22: Data Viewing & Downloading
ADJUSTING SETTINGS (cont’d) In the Settings Table, you can view all of the settings for your device. To adjust the warning notification, you will receive on your smart phone, go back to the main screen and select [ Menu] button. Select [ App Settings].
Page 23: T&D Graph Software For Windows
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System FIGURE 1: Chart View (i.) Time Adjustment (ii.) Time Adjust Downloading Your Data Click the [ Menu] button in the top right corner. From this menu, you can select from the following downloading options: Print chart PNG image PDF document...
Page 24: T&D Thermo App On Your Smartphone
DATA VIEWING & DOWNLOADING (cont’d) Double click a device row to open the device graph in another window. To change the view of the graph, use the [ Magnifying Glass] in the top tool bar operations. Once selected, click and drag the mouse to zoom. After using the magnifying glass, use [ Display Entire Graph] button to revert the graph to its original form.
Page 25 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System DATA VIEWING & DOWNLOADING (cont’d) 11. The following operations can be performed with each instance of saved data: Share via an email attachment using the [ Email] icon Export to other Apps on your smartphone using the [ Share] icon Upload to WebStorage Service online using the [...
Page 26: Data Logger Spec Sheet
DATA LOGGER SPEC SHEET Measurement Channels Temperature 2ch Sensor Thermistor Measurement Units °C,°F Internal -10 to 60°C (*1) Sensor Measurement Range External -40 to 110°C (Supplied Sensor) Sensor Avg. ±0.3°C at -20 to 80°C Accuracy Avg. ±0.5°C at -40 to -20°C, 80 to 110°C Measurement Resolution 0.1°C Thermal Time Constant: Approx.
Page 27 REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System DATA LOGGER SPEC SHEET (cont’d) NOTES: When Auto Upload is used frequently, the measurement of the internal sensor may rise by around 0.3°C. When using external power, the data logger itself generates heat and the internal sensor will report a temperature much higher than ambient;...
Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Q: Why am I receiving an error when I try to connect to my logger through Bluetooth on the app? A: First, check to make sure that your smart device has its Bluetooth capabilities enabled. If so, make sure that you are close enough to the logger for it to properly make a Bluetooth connection.
Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions
REMOTE TEMPERATURE LOGGER WiFi / Bluetooth / USB Monitoring & Alert System FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: How long will be data be available for viewing/downloading? A: Different quantities of data can be viewed/downloaded from different locations. Table 1 below shows the maximum number of readings that can be viewed/downloaded depending on the method you are using.
Page 30 FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS (cont’d) Q: How long will the logger’s batteries last? A: The logger’s Upload Interval is the single largest factor in determining the logger’s battery life. The Upload Interval is the frequency at which the logger uploads its readings to the WebStorage Service. It can be set from once a minute to once a day.
Page 32 For Technical Questions: Please contact T&D’s technical support service Available from 8am to 5pm EST Phone: 440-490-4829 Email: birwin@dataloggerinc.com Images used with permission from T&D Corporation. A Division of National Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Products, Inc. 539 Dunksferry Road • Bensalem, PA 19020-5908 Phone: 215-244-1400 •...