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XHLogger Series User Manual 1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the XHLogger for your data logging needs. Data Logger XH series is an ideal solution for measuring and logging the temperature and humidity of an environment at the specified intervals. The logger not only provides temperature and humidity measurement on user's demand but also has several different recording methods, analysis data and report output function, No programming skills are required to use the UI of XH series and users can easily initiate data collection.
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.1 Features The XHLogger series has the following unique features: One click start/stop, pre-set start/stop USB interface Logging of temperature & humidity statistics MKT temperature logging Offer Celsius & Fahrenheit temperature measurement ...
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XHLogger Series User Manual MKT Temperature Mean kinetic temperature (MKT) is a simplified way of expressing the overall effect of temperature fluctuations during storage or transit of perishable goods. The MKT is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry. The mean kinetic temperature can be expressed as: =Mean Kinetic Temperature, −1 =Activation Energy (in kJ mol...
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.2 Package Upon receipt of the shipment, remove the data logger from the carton and inspect the unit for shipping damage. If any damage is found, contact your local representative immediately. Note the model number and serial number for future reference when corresponding with our service center. The serial number (S/N) is labelled on the box and the housing of the data logger.
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.3 XHLogger Specifications 1.3.1 XH13 Specifications XH13 Cloud Data Logger Items Spec Description Dual-mode: USB powered / Rechargeable Li-ion battery Power Supply USB/ Battery: 1-year life @10 min. interval Interface micro USB (power/ charging) Communication Wi-Fi 2.4G/ HTTP/ AWS MQTT Protocol Mobile App: XH Logger, iOS and Android system Cloud: AWSIOT Software...
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XHLogger Series User Manual IP Rating IP63 Dimensions, XH 65.1 x 70 x 23.25mm Case Weight 130 g (Battery and 1M external sensor included) XH Warranty 12 months, battery not included Battery Type 3.7V/ 1500mA Li-ion, rechargeable Li battery Battery charging time: when using charging power source DC5V/1A Total Charging Time (≥1A), from 0 to 100% fully charged around 4 hours Temperature range during battery charging:...
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.4 Product Overview There are three keys: START, SCROLL, and STOP on the device and two LEDs on the upper right-hand corner. The top one is RED and GREEN is on the bottom. The below figures are listed the overview of the XH data logger.
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.5 Appearance and Dimension XH13 Unit: mm Left Front View Right Rear View 1.6 Ordering Code XH1□-□ length of sensor cable Model 1=1M 2=2M External sensor module: XH13-1 (Sensor length 1M) XH13-2 (Sensor length 2M) - 14 -...
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.7 LCD Display - 15 -...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Icon/ Symbol: Recording icon: The symbol indicates that the unit is recording. When the logging is complete, it disappears Flashing icon: Flashing indicates a delayed start or the recording function will start when the timer matches the configuration settings. Battery icon: Battery capacity displays as a scale in proportion MEM: Remaining memory capacity displayed in proportion The wrench...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Abbreviations: The LCD display is for read only operation. The display will show model number as well as firmware version for up to 2 seconds respectively after a reset operation. The XH logger firmware release version will be a three-digit formatted numerical display as “A.B.C”. The below are the abbreviations of the symbols on the LCD display.
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.8 Scrolling Sequence The LCD display will cycle thru the following value from item 1 to item 23. The user can set the scrolling display or the most used item as the “Home” display via PC software. Once the user has not touch LCD function for eight seconds, the display will jump to the “Home”...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Temperature Humidity Temperature & (°C/°F) (%RH) Humidity ALM HL ALM HL ALM LL Humidity Alarm Temperature Alarm Temperature Alarm Accumulative Duration Accumulative Duration Accumulative Duration ALM LL Max Temperature Max. Humidity Humidity Alarm (°C/°F) (%RH) Accumulative Duration Min Temperature Avg Humidity Avg Temperature...
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.9 LCD MEM Display It shows memory consuming percentage on the current file with respect to the maximum available capacity of a logging file. Each bar in the MEM icon represents 10% of the maximum capacity of a file. For example, if there are only 4 bars on the MEM display, it means the total memory consumption of the current file is approximately 60%.
XHLogger Series User Manual 1.11 Installation of Mounting Plate The mounting plate can be mounted by one of the below options. Hang it on a screw with the hanging hole Screw it by using the mounting screws Fix it with any metal base by using the magnetic base on the mounting plate ...
XHLogger Series User Manual 2 XH13 Wireless Pairing & Configuration 2.1 XH Logger App Pairing with XH13 Add one brand new XH13 device via XH Logger App and complete pairing XH13 with Wi-Fi, simply scanning the QR code on the back of the XH. ...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Scan the QR Code on the back of the cover. Tap [Join] to add a XH13 for iOS devices and tap [Connect] for Android devices. Wi-Fi connection is available for pairing only when SN is shown XH13_XXXXXXX in the Wi-Fi list.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Press [Save] in the upper right corner. Tap [Ok]. Device added successfully and pairing has been completed. After pairing and Wi-Fi connected, the XH13 has been shown Green online in the list. - 24 -...
XHLogger Series User Manual 2.2 XH13 App Activation 2.2.1 APP Registration & Activation Set Time Zone The step is required to activate the system, resetting Time to unlock the default setting. Select one connected XH name, which connected shown green light. Tap [•••] State in the upper right corner to enter this single device configuration.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Set Log Interval The step is required to activate the system, resetting log interval to unlock the default setting. Select one connected XH name, which connected shown green light. Tap [•••] State in the upper right corner to enter this single device configuration.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Start Recording Reset Time Zone under <Parameter> and save to exit. Reset log Interval under <Parameter> and set the number at least one not zero. Start Recording immediately: Select one connected XH name. Tap [•••] State in the upper right corner to enter this single device configuration.
XHLogger Series User Manual 2.2.2 Firmware Update via XH13 App Firmware Update Update XH13 via XH13 App (Wi-Fi connected) Update Firmware to the latest version Select one connected online XH, which connected shown green light. Tap [•••] State in the upper right corner to enter this single device configuration.
XHLogger Series User Manual 2.3 XH13 Cloud Web Pairing 2.3.1 Cloud Web Registration & Activation Cloud Web Registration and Login Add one brand new XH13 device via XH Logger App and complete pairing XH13 with Wi-Fi, simply scanning the QR code on the back of the XH.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Add a New XH13 to Cloud Web account A new XH13 hardware device can only be added from the App version by scanning the QR code on back-cover of the product. After pairing, login to web account, the new XHLogger will appear on the device list. - 30 -...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Alert Email Notification Users need to register new accounts on App/ Webpage using email as login IDs. The error messages will send to this email for notification. Select a frequently used email account as receiving alerts email when temperature/humidity occurs abnormal. Log in to the web.
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XHLogger Series User Manual From the share list, edit the members, permission, and etc. Share/ Edit List from the XH13 cloud web Log in to the App, and select one XH already connected online. Tap [•••] “State” in the upper right corner to enter this single device configuration.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Exporting Reports Upgrade via XH13 Cloud Web: [Function Menu] -> [Device Management] Enter [Device Management] > [Report]. Inquire and export report by selecting the specific date range - 33 -...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Error Report Upgrade via XH13 Cloud Web: Search data and Inquire on the event overview. - 34 -...
XHLogger Series User Manual 2.3.2 Cloud Web Registration & Activation Firmware Update Upgrade via XH13 Cloud Web (Wi-Fi connected): Firmware Update procedure as follows: Connect and link with XH13 Cloud Web wirelessly Download the latest firmware from the original manufacturer official website ...
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XHLogger Series User Manual Update the XH13 firmware to the latest via XH13 Cloud XH13 Cloud Home, tap [Function Menu] -> [Device Management] -> select one online wireless connected XH13 -> [Firmware update]. Follow steps to complete the firmware update.
XHLogger Series User Manual 3 Operation Mode and Keypads 3.1 XH13 Operation 3.1.1 XH13 Operation of Keypads Action XH13 three keypads Start – Short press Reconnection Start – Long press Start recording SCROLL/MENU – Short/ Long press Toggle screen/ menu views Stop –Press &...
XHLogger Series User Manual 3.2 Operaion Modes There are types of operation modes available for XHLogger series. They are listed as below. Logging Mode At logging mode, the green LED will be flashing every 4 seconds. Start Recording: 1. Immediate: After setting the XH logger through cloud/App, it will start logging mode. 2.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Monitoring Mode Once the user presses the STOP key for more than 3 seconds while the device is at logging mode, the monitoring mode starts, stops recording and will disappear. Red LED will be flashing every 4 seconds and the LCD screen will still show the current measuring value of temperature and humidity, but it won’t be saved in flash memory, with a sampling rate at 10 seconds.
XHLogger Series User Manual 3.3 Reboot Button Terminal connector of the battery The battery position Press the reboot button Without removing the battery Restart Button - 40 -...
XHLogger Series User Manual 4 LED Display Flashing red LED indicates one of the following cases: (1) The device is working at the monitoring mode. (2) Either a High/ Low Limit (HL, LL) exceeded, it will trigger an alarm. (3) When there is no battery bar icon at the LCD display, it indicates that the battery level is extremely low.
XHLogger Series User Manual 5 Error Code LCD display will flash the current measured value and error code alternately at an every two-second interval. If there is an error symbol will appear on LCD screen. If there is no error, the will not appear on the LCD display 5.1 XH13 Error Code XH13 Data Logger...
XHLogger Series User Manual 6 Battery 6.1 XH13 Battery 6.1.1 XH13 Power Supply The wireless XHLogger has two types of power supply, USB powered with charging and battery powered. The XH13 uses a rechargeable battery; when charging, connecting USB port to power ≧...
XHLogger Series User Manual USB-powered USB charging: DC 5V/1A microUSB-USB cable Terminal connector of the battery Rechargeable Li battery 6.1.3 XH13 Battery Charge The XH13 use a rechargeable battery; when receiving the brand new product, before usage for the first time, please charge the new device to full level via USB port. Use one micro USB-USB cable, connecting USB port to power supply DC5V/1A.
XHLogger Series User Manual 6.2 XHLogger Battery Level and Percentage Battery Level 0~4 Level & Percentage 4 scales: Power 100% 3 scales: Power 80% 2 scales: Power 60% 1 scale: Power 40% 0 scale no blinking: Power < 20% 0 scale + blinking: Power < 20% - 46 -...
XHLogger Series User Manual 7 Product FAQ If you have any other tech problems, please contact our FAE and provide the serial number on the sticker from the back of the device. Q1: When the XHLogger turns on, starting recording mode, “ER09” is displayed on the screen. A1: When Error code <ER09>...
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XHLogger Series User Manual A4: How to operate the reboot button? A4: Short press & hold press three keys simultaneously. Or remove the 4 screws and the back cover. Press the white reboot button on the board. Please refer to the section, XH13 reboot button. Q5: How to receive alerts via Email? A5: Users need to register new accounts on App/ Webpage using email as login IDs.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Q7: How can I share XH13 devices with other members ? A3: Log in to the website using an Owner account, https://cloud.brainchildtw.com. Select an online XHLogger from the device list. Click the green button [Share]. Input a member email address, and select permission type.
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XHLogger Series User Manual Q9: How to upgrade the firmware of the XH13? A9: Connect and finish registration with the cloud. Pair your app with XH13 after registration. Please complete the App pairing/ XH13-web cloud registration and configuration firstly and download the latest firmware from the original manufacturer official website.
XHLogger Series User Manual 8 Announcements Batteries Users are responsible for the proper disposal of the waste generated during their work. Improper waste disposal may severely endanger public health and/or the environment. Dispose the battery in accordance with local regulations. ...
XHLogger Series User Manual FCC Warning Federal Communication Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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