Elitech RC-5 User Manual

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ＲＣ－5 USB Temperature Data Logger Operation Instruction
I. Product overview:
This data logger is mainly used for temperature recording during storage and
transportation of foodstuff, medicine, chemicals and other products, especially widely
used in all links of warehousing, logistics and cold chain, such as refrigerated
containers, refrigerated trucks, refrigerated package, cold storage, laboratory, etc.
II.Specification:
Product size: 80mm (length) X 25mm (width) X 12 mm (height)
III.Technical parameters：
1. Temperature unit: ℃ or ℉ optional
2. Temperature measuring range： -30℃～+70℃
3. Accuracy： ±0.5℃（-20℃～+40℃）;Others, +1℃；
4. Resolution：0.1℃；
5. Record capacity： 32000points(MAX)；
6. Record interval：10s～24hour adjustable；
7. Sensor: Internal NTC thermal resistor；
8. Communication interface：USB interface；
9. Power supply：inner wide temperature CR2032 battery or power supply via USB
interface;
10. Battery life: in normal temperature, if the record interval sets as 15 minutes, it
could be used half a year.
IV.Initial use:
1. Install RC-5 temperature data logger data management software.
2. Connect RC-5 with computer via USB, and install USB driver according to the
Installation Tips.
3. Open RC-5 temperature data logger data management software, click the
connection icon in the tool bar. After checking the connection information, exit
from connection interface.
4. Click the parameters setting icon in the tool bar . After finish the parameters
setting, click "save" button to save all the parameters and exit from parameter setting
interface.
5. Exit from RC-5 temperature data logger data management software.
V.Data access
The recorded data information could be accessed from the temperature data logger.
And this process will not clear the historical memory or stop record process if it is in
the record status.
1. Connect the data logger with computer via USB interface, after successfully
connection, the icon shown in the LCD of data logger will light.
2. Open RC-5 temperature data logger data management software, click the

Elitech RC-5 Specifications

General

Resolution	0.1°C
Data Export	USB
Power Supply	CR2032 battery
Protection Grade	IP67
Accuracy	±0.5°C
Logging Interval	10 seconds to 24 hours
Battery Life	1 year (typical)
Report Type	PDF
Memory Capacity	32, 000 readings
Sensor	Internal NTC thermal resistor

Summary

Product Overview

Device Specifications

Technical Parameters

Initial Setup and Configuration

Software Installation and Device Setup

Install software, connect device, install driver, and set parameters.

Accessing Recorded Data

Connect Logger for Data Retrieval

Connect the data logger via USB to retrieve recorded data without stopping the recording process.

Upload Data via Software

Use the data management software to upload recorded data to the computer.

Device Functionality and Display

Button Operation and Display Modes

Explains the function of the left and right buttons and various display interfaces.

Status Display Interface

Details the status display, including recording status, time delay, and alarm indicators.

Record Capacity and Time/Date Display

Describes interfaces for viewing record capacity, time, and date.

Min/Max Temperature and Limit Displays

Explains interfaces for displaying minimum, maximum, and limit temperatures.

Operation Instructions

Starting and Stopping Recording

Instructions on how to start, auto-stop, and manually stop recording.

Switching Menu Items and Returning to Status

How to navigate between display interfaces and return to the main status display.

Alarm Status Instructions

Interpreting alarm indicators for upper and lower temperature limits.

Record Interval and Time Length

Setting record interval and understanding record time length for data logging.

Data Clearing, Clock, and Sensor Failure

Procedures for clearing data, adjusting the clock, and diagnosing sensor failures.

Battery Level and Other Functions

Information on battery indication, record time delay, units, and serial number settings.

Data Management Software Features

Overview of the data analysis, graphing, and export capabilities of the software.

Parameter Setting Items

Details on default parameter settings available in the data management software.

Battery Replacement

Accessory List