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hot-wire anemometer TA300
Software
The supplied free software is designed for useful basic
functionalities. Trotec assumes no liability with regard to this
free software and also provides no support on that score. Trotec
accepts no liability concerning the use of this free software and
is under no obligation to make adjustments or to further develop
updates or upgrades.
Installation requirements
Ensure that the following minimum requirements for installing
the PC software are fulfilled:
• Supported operating systems (32 or 64bit version):
– Windows 10
– Windows 8
– Windows 7
– Windows Vista
– Windows XP
• Hardware requirements:
– processor speed: min. 90 MHz
– 32 MB RAM, minimum
– 7 MB hard disk space, minimum
– a minimum screen resolution of 1024x768pixels with
a 16bit colour depth
Installing the PC software
Administrator rights are required for the software installation.
1. Place the supplied software CD into the CD-ROM drive and
download the current software from the Trotec homepage
download area.
2. Connect the device via USBcable to your computer and
follow the instructions on the screen.
3. Once the installation has been completed, start the Launch
METER.exe via the shortcut.
4. The data will now be displayed by the programme's
graphics.
The data recorded in this way can be saved, exported and
printed. Also you can manipulate the indication of the measured
values using the checkboxes.
Errors and faults
The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.
Indication Cause Remedy
OL air pressure or air
velocity above the
measuring range
• Check the battery voltage
and insert a new high
quality battery for testing
purposes.
• Choose a different
location for measuring.
If the message continues
to be displayed, carry out
a reference measurement
at a known location:
1. Choose a site within the
measuring range for this
measurement.
2. Press the HOLD/ZERO
button(9) for approx. 2s
to reset the saved
measured values to zero.
3. Read the measured value
from the measurement
value display(20).
If the error code is still
displayed, the device may be
defective. Please contact the
Trotec customer service.
-OL air pressure below
the measuring
range
Error air velocity or air
volume flow below
the measuring
range
Maintenance and repair
Battery change
A battery change is required when the battery status indication
flashes or the device can no longer be switched on.
Change the battery, if required (see chapter Inserting the
battery).
Cleaning
Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Make
sure that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any
sprays, solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive
cleaners, but only clean water to moisten the cloth.
Repair
Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.