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TESTO 177 User Manual

TESTO 177
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TESTO 177 Specifications

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Temperature resolution0.1 °C
Humidity accuracy±2 %RH (+2 to +98 %RH) ±3 %RH (remaining range)
Humidity resolution0.1 %RH
Battery lifeTypically 3 years at +25 °C and 15-minute measurement cycle
Measurement ParametersTemperature, humidity
DisplayLCD
Probe TypeIntegrated

Summary

Copyright Information

Introduction and General Information

Product Introduction

Welcome message and advice to read the manual carefully before use.

General Information and Warnings

Explanation of how warnings and important information are highlighted in the manual.

Product Standards and Compliance

Confirmation of product compliance with CE 89/336/EWG guidelines.

Basic Safety Instructions

Electrical Safety Precautions

Instructions on avoiding electrical hazards when using the instrument.

Product Safety Guidelines

Ensuring proper connections, operation within parameters, and careful handling of the logger.

Proper Disposal Procedures

Guidelines for responsible disposal of spent batteries and the logger.

Intended Use and Applications

Model-Specific Applications

Details the intended applications for different testo 177 models (T1, T2, T3, T4, H1).

Food Contact Compliance (testo 177-T3)

Information on testo 177-T3 components designed for continuous contact with foodstuffs.

Initial Operation and Factory Defaults

Display and Control Elements

Data Logger Display Information

Details on what the display shows for different testo 177 models and reading/status information.

LED Indicator Functions

Explanation of the status and alarm LED indicators and their meanings.

Display Sequence Navigation

Details how information is displayed sequentially on loggers with a display.

Button Operation and Functions

Explains the functions of the data logger buttons, including starting programs and setting time marks.

Mounting and Securing the Data Logger

Mounting the Wall Holder

Step-by-step guide for attaching the wall holder to a desired location.

Securing the Data Logger with a Lock

Instructions on how to secure the data logger using a lock and retainer key.

Creating a Transportable Unit

How to assemble the wall holder, logger, and interface for easier transport.

Connecting Probes and Switches

Connecting Switches (testo 177-T3)

Instructions for connecting a switch (door contact) using a twin-wire cable.

Connecting Probes (testo 177-T4)

Ensuring correct probe connection to the socket for testo 177-T4.

Programming the Data Logger

Installing Testo ComSoft Software

Prerequisites and steps for installing the testo ComSoft software on a PC.

Connecting Data Logger to PC

Instructions for establishing a connection between the data logger and PC via serial or USB interface.

Setting Up the Connection with ComSoft

Step-by-step guide to configuring the connection within the testo ComSoft software.

Opening a Data Logger Connection

How to open an established connection in the Data window to access saved data.

Managing Multiple Data Loggers

Advice on connecting and managing multiple data loggers within the software.

Programming Data Logger Settings

Instructions on how to program the data logger using the ComSoft software's Device control.

ComSoft Software Interface Navigation

Guide to navigating the different windows available within the ComSoft software.

Recommended Programming Order

Suggests the optimal order for configuring probes and settings before programming.

Instrument Window Details

Overview of the Instrument window for reading general data logger information.

Protocol Window Details

Explains the Protocol window for viewing stored readings and choosing display options.

Configuring Probes in ComSoft

How to activate/deactivate probes, set units, alarm limits, and channel names.

Configuring General Settings

Setting date/time, temperature units, and Testo 575/580 functions.

Humidity Calibration (testo 177-H1)

Procedure for humidity calibration, either using factory defaults or custom settings.

Configuring Display Functions

Selecting whether LEDs, alarm LED, status LED, and display are activated.

Enabling Limit Signal Output

Activating the external alarm signal output for Testo 581.

Configuring Program Parameters

Setting start criterion, measuring rate, and stop criterion for the measurement program.

Estimated Program Duration

Indicates the calculated running time of the program based on selected parameters.

Estimated Battery Life

Provides an estimate of how long the battery will last under program conditions.

Titling Measurement Programs

Entering a descriptive title for the measurement program (max 24 characters).

Adding Program Comments

Adding additional notes or information about the measurement program (max 96 characters).

Emailing Measurement Protocols

Activating and configuring the email function to send measurement results.

Starting and Stopping Programs

Using the Start and Stop buttons in ComSoft to manage measurement programs.

Confirming Programming

How to apply programming and confirm its completion via the Programming data window.

Closing the Data Logger Connection

Instructions on how to properly close the connection to the data logger in the ComSoft software.

Reading Out Measurement Data

testo ComSoft 3 Basic Functions

Features of the Basic version of ComSoft software for data loggers.

testo ComSoft 3 Professional Functions

Advanced features of the Professional version of ComSoft software.

Reading Data via testo 580 Data Collector

Using the testo 580 data collector to retrieve data, which can then be read by ComSoft.

Printing Data via testo 575 Fast Printer

Using the testo 575 fast printer for direct data printouts.

Changing the Battery

Memory Protection During Battery Change

Explanation of the jumper's role in preventing data loss during battery replacement.

Using Original Testo Spare Batteries

Recommendation to use only original Testo spare batteries for replacement.

Troubleshooting: Error Messages

Technical Data

Technical Data: testo 177-T1

Detailed specifications for the testo 177-T1 data logger.

Technical Data: testo 177-T2

Detailed specifications for the testo 177-T2 data logger.

Technical Data: testo 177-T3

Detailed specifications for the testo 177-T3 data logger.

Technical Data: testo 177-T4

Detailed specifications for the testo 177-T4 data logger.

Technical Data: testo 177-H1

Detailed specifications for the testo 177-H1 data logger.

Battery Life Details

Data Retention During Battery Issues

Assurance that saved readings are not lost when the battery is spent or changed.

Accessories and Spare Parts

General Accessories and Spare Parts

List of common accessories and spare parts for testo data loggers.

NTC Probes for testo 177-T3/H1

Specific NTC probes available for testo 177-T3 and testo 177-H1 models.

Thermocouple Probes for testo 177-T4

Specific thermocouple probes available for testo 177-T4 models.

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