Touchscreen Logger

This manual applies to:

 Temperature Models:FT600/FT620/FT625/FT625FC/FT630/FT640/FT645/FT660
 Temperature & Humidity Models: FH625/FH635

Getting Started
Your Color Touchscreen Logger includes the following:

 AC Adapter
 Replaceable Sensor
 Certificate of Calibration
 Quick Start Manual

***SD Flash Memory Card, USB Cable & DicksonWare Software Sold Separately***

Presets
Models: FT600/FT620/FT625/FT625FC/FT630/FT640/FT645/FT660

 Time Scale: 1 Hour / Sample every 6 sec

 Temperature Range: 0 to 100
 Unit of Measure: Deg. F
 Alarm: OFF

Models: FH625/FH635

 Time Scale: 1 Hour / Sample every 6 sec

 Temperature Range: 0 to 100
 Humidity Range: 0 to 100
 Unit of Measure: Deg. F; % RH
 Alarm: OFF

Quick Start
The Touchscreen Logger is a computer device and must be set and restarted prior to use.

1. The Replaceable Sensor must be plugged in before powering on. Turn the case to see the left
side (the USB jack and SD card slots are on the right side of the case). You will see a rectangular
opening on the upper edge of the side panel. The Replaceable Sensor can only be plugged in one
way so that the tip is visible above the top of the case.
2. Plug the AC adapter into a standard electrical outlet, connect the logger to the AC adapter and
press the power switch to turn on.
3. Set Time: Press Menu > Setup > Set Time Zone > Set Time > Save > OK
4. Set Date: Press Menu > Setup > Set Date > Save > OK
 5. Set Time Scale: Press Menu > Set Scales > Set Time Scales > Save > OK
6. Power off the logger, wait 10 seconds and power on the logger
7. Press Current to view current readings. The logger is ready for use when readings are displayed.
If no readings are displayed, repeat the above steps.

Need to Know
Logger Time
The logger does not automatically adjust for daylight savings. You must manually adjust the logger time
during the start and end of Daylight Savings.

Exporting Data
Saved data can be exported and viewed in DicksonWare:

 The logger must be CLEARED via DicksonWare 17.22 or greater prior to logging and downloading
data.
 Export data using the USB cable or Flash Memory Card. Open DicksonWare to view exported
data.

Additional Touchscreen User Settings include:

 Set channel 1/2 of Unit Measure/Range(s) > Menu > Setup > Set Ranges
 Set High/Low Alarms > Menu > Setup > Set Alarms

Alarm Operation
 Alarm ON: Alarm setting arrows will appear on the graph to indicate min and max settings. These
arrows can be dragged and dropped to adjust alarm min and max settings
 Alarm Triggered: Out of range alarm setting arrow will blink, the alarm symbol will display and an
audible alarm will sound.
 Press the logger's display to clear the alarm.
 If the alarm condition still exists after two minutes, the alarm will sound and display again.
 If the display is not pressed after 30 seconds, the alarm will stop sounding and beep 2x every 5
minutes until the alarm is cleared
Note: The alarm is inaudible while the unit is battery operated.

View
 There are 3 selectable views; press the View button to scroll through each view.
 Current Readings will update every 10 seconds or per the sample rate, whichever is greater.
Note: The Current Reading Window can be dragged and dropped to set a new display location.

Minimum and Maximum Readings


 Min/Max readings displayed reflects the Min and Max for all samples currently displayed displayed
displayed on the graph.

  When scrolling through logged data or zooming, the Min/Max readings will change to reflect the
data being displayed.

Scroll Bar
 A full graph will trigger the “Scroll” bar icon to display.
 Press and drag the bar to the left to view all saved data.

 When the scroll bar is in the right most position, the most recently saved data is displayed on the
graph. When in the left most position, the oldest saved data is displayed on the graph.

Zoom
 Press the ZOOM button to activate Zoom

 Place your finger on the graph and drag along the graph to draw a box over the desired data.

 To exit Zoom, press the Unzoom button. The graph will default to the standard Time Scale with the
most recent data displayed.

Screen Lock
 Prevents unauthorized users from clearing the logger or changing settings.
 Press Menu, Setup, Set Screen Lock, enter code: 9 3 0
 Press OK
 Turn the Screen Lock Off/On, set screen lock delay and set new code

 The screen lock will activate once the preset delay period has passed after the last screen touch.
 Contact Dickson if the Screen Lock code is forgotten.

Stop or Wrap When Full

Your Touchscreen logger is set to log continuously, “wrap when full”. To change, in DicksonWare, go to
Setup > Samples to set the logger to “stop when full”.

Display
The Touchscreen Logger display may show colored lines during the start-up
process. This is part of the display testing process; however, the display should display normally within a
few seconds.

Relays
FT630/FH635/FT625FC feature 1SPST 24VDC. 0.5A, NO/NC Relay per channel. Relays do not operate
under battery power. A Relay wiring diagram is available at http://www.dicksondata.com.
Clear Logger
The Touchscreen Logger can be cleared via DicksonWare or by saving a current or new Time Scale or
changing the Date or Time via the Touchscreen Menu.

Power
The Touch Screen logger operates on a 120V AC adapter.

Turning the unit Off via the On/Off button:

 Hold down On/Off button for 3 seconds.

 May take up to 10 seconds for the “Power Down” confirmation window to pop up. Press “YES” to
shut down logger. “Cancel” or doing nothing will return logger to normal operation.
 Unit will stop logging. Backup battery will continue to charge while the logger is off but still powered
via AC.
 Fan will continue to run while connected to AC even when unit is turned off.
While battery operated:


 If AC power is removed while the logger is on, a rechargeable battery will provide backup for up to
12 hours.
 The display will turn off.
 The logger will continue to log data while operating on battery only power while the display is off.
 The logger will not sound an audible alarm when an alarm condition is present while operating on
battery power.
 If the backup battery drains before AC power is restored, the logger will stop logging.
 The unit must run for 24 hours before the backup battery is fully charged. No AC will display till 1st
data point is displayed.
 Battery life (charge and discharge cycle) is 400 times.
NOTE: The logger is set to wrap when full. Depending on the time graph interval and the duration
of lost AC, older data may be lost

Calibration
The logger does not need to be returned to Dickson for recalibration. A newly calibrated Replaceable
Sensor can be purchased with a NIST. Contact customer service to order. To replace, simply power
down the logger, remove the existing sensor and plug in the new one.

Wall Mounting
Your Touchscreen includes a wall mount plate, two each: wall anchors, #4 screws. Follow the steps
below for proper placement:

 Whenever possible, mount plate to studs using #4 screws (included).

 If studs are not available: Use a 5/32 drill bit to drill 2 pilot holes, Gently tap wall anchors (included)
into holes, and Secure plate to wall using #4 screws (included).

Warranty
Dickson warrants this line of instruments will be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of twelve months, after delivery. This warranty does not cover routine
calibration or battery replacement. For Specifications and Technical Support, go
to http://www.dicksondata.com or contact us via telephone at 800.323.2448.

Replaceable Sensor Certificate of

Validation
Dickson ensures that the Replaceable Sensors / Instruments listed below were developed, tested and
validated together.

Replaceable Sensor / Instrument:

 R200 / FH625
 R200 / FH635
 R300 / FT600
 R400 / FT620
 R525 / FT625 & FT625FC
 R500 / FT640
 R800 / FT645
 R600 / FT660

Operation
The Instruments and Replaceable Sensor models listed above were specifically designed to work
together. No other sensors will work with the Instrument models listed. No other Instrument will work with
the Replaceable Sensors listed. The Replaceable Sensor must be connected to the Instrument for the
Instrument to operate properly.

Calibration
Only the Replaceable Sensor is calibrated. The sensor, and all calibration defaults and adjustments are
stored on the Replaceable Sensor. Accuracy is strictly controlled by the sensor – no adjustments are
made by the Instrument. Readings are sent from the Replaceable Sensor to the Instrument for storage
purposes only. Certificates of Calibration / NISTs are only supplied for the Replaceable Sensor for this
reason.

Recalibration
When a Replaceable Sensor is due for recalibration the existing Replaceable Sensor can be replaced
with a new Replaceable Sensor thus eliminating the need to return the entire instrument for recalibration.
Replaceable Sensors can be returned for recalibration as well.