RS Stock No.

712-6039

Instruction Manual
RS-1315
Data Logger Thermometer
EN FR IT DE ES

C
INTERVAL F
min:sec K
hour:min
TYPE
KJTERSN MX - MN AVG
TABLE OF CONTENTS / EN

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 1

2. SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 2

3. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION.................................. 4

4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................... 7

5. MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 13

6. RECALIBRATION PROCEDURE ............................. 14

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 INTRODUCTION / EN

1. INTRODUCTION

This instrument is a digital thermometer for use with J, K, T,

E, N, R and S-type thermocouples as the temperature
sensor.

Temperature indication follows the international temperature

scale of 1990. (ITS-90)

Read the following information carefully before attempting to

operate or service the meter. When servicing the meter, use
only specified replacement parts.

Environment conditions
 Altitude up to 2000 meters
 Relatively humidity 80% max.
 Operating ambient temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
U.S. Pat. No. 446,135
Safety symbols

Complies with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC

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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2-1 Electrical specifications
Measurement range:
J - type: -150.0 to +1090.0°C (-200.0 to +1994.0°F)
K - type: -150.0 to +1370.0°C (-200.0 to +1999.9°F)
T - type: -150.0 to +400.0°C (-200.0 to +752.0°F)
E - type: -150.0 to +870.0°C (-200.0 to +1598.0°F)
N - type: -150.0 to +1300.0°C (-200.0 to +1999.9°F)
R - type: 2.0 to +1767.0°C (+35 to +1999.9°F)
S - type: 2.0 to +1767.0°C (+35 to +1999.9°F)
Resolution:
J-, K-, T-, E-, and N-type: 0.1°C/ °F/K
R- and S-type: 1.0°C/ °F/K (0.1°C/ °F/ K only for reference)
Measurement accuracy:
J-, K-, T-, E-, and N-type: ±[0.05% of reading +0.5°C (0.9°F]
[Below -100°C (-148°F: add 0.15% of reading for J, K, E,
and N; 0.45% of reading for T]
R-and S-type: ±[0.05% of reading +2°C (4°F]

NOTE
This basic accuracy specification does not include the error
of the temperature probe. Please refer to the temperature
probe accuracy specification for additional details.

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Temperature coefficient:
0.01% of reading +0.03°C per °C (0.06°F per °F)
Outside the specified +18°C to 28°C (+64°F to 82°F) range.
[Below -100°C (-148°F): add 0.04% of reading for J-, K-,
E- and N-type; 0.08% of reading for T-type]
Input protection: 20V maximum.
Manual data memory capacity: 98 sets.
Continuous data logging capacity: 4200 sets.

2-2 General specifications

Power supply: Qty. 6 AAA batteries.
Battery life: approx. 200 hours (carbon zinc battery).
Auto power-off: 30 minutes. (If no key is pressed).
Low battery indication: The ( BT ) symbol is displayed
when the battery voltage drops below the operating voltage.
Measurement rate: Once per 1.5 seconds.
Weight: 235 gms. (8.29 oz)
Dimensions: 150x72x35mm
Operating temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Operating humidity: Below 80% RH
Storage temperature: -10 to 60°C, 14 to 140°F
Operating humidity: Below 70% RH
Supplied accessories: Qty 6 AAA batteries, Instruction
manual,CD software and optical RS-232 to USB cable.

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3. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION

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(1). LCD Display:

A. Main display: Temperature reading.
B. Secondary display: Temperature MAX, MIN or AVG reading.
C. Time display: Time display (100-hour clock) shows elapsed
time when MAX, MIN or AVG occurs.
D. Auto power-off mark ( : ).
(2). H HOLD key: Press “ H ” HOLD key to freeze or
unfreeze the display reading.
(3). Power key: Press “ ” key to turn the meter on or off.
(4). MX/MN key:
 Press "MX/MN" key to read the maximum, minimum,
and average readings alternately.
 Press "MX/MN" key for 2 seconds to exit MX/MN mode.
(5). MEM key:
 Press "MEM" key to store a single set of readings in
memory.
 Press "MEM" key for 2 seconds to enter the continuous
data-logging mode. Press again to exit this mode.
(6). SET key:
 Press "SET" key to enter to the interval time setting
for continuous data-logging mode.
 Press "↵ " key to enter to the alarm high-limit value
setting mode.
 Press "↵ " key to enter to the alarm low-limit value
setting mode.

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(7).
 Key:
 Press
or  key to increase or decrease the data
logging interval time setting and alarm high/low limit
value setting.
 Press
or  key to increase or decrease the READ
mode memory location.
(8). ↵ key:
 Press "↵ " key to store interval time setting and alarm
high/low limit value setting.
 Press "↵ " key to toggle between the "hour:min" and
"min:sec" elapsed time display in MX/MN mode.
(9). TYPE key: Press "TYPE" key to select the thermocouple
type (K, J, E, T, R, S or N).
(10). READ key: Press "READ" key to show manual
memory logged readings. Press again to
exit this mode.
(11). C/F/K key: Press C/F/K key to select Celsius (°C),
Fahrenheit (°F) or Kelvin (K) temperature
scale.
(12). key : Press backlight key to turn the backlight on
and off. The backlight turns off after 13
seconds automatically.
(13). Input: Miniature thermocouple connector.
(14). RS232 to USB optical interface jack.

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4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
 To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, do not
apply more than 20Vrms, between the thermocouple
input, or between thermocouple and earth ground.
4-1 Temperature measurement
 Press " " key to turn on the thermometer.
 Plug the thermocouple into the thermocouple connector. If
no thermocouple is plugged into the connector or the
thermocouple is "open circuit", the display will show "- - - -.-".
 Press "C/F/K" key to select the desired temperature scale.
 Press "TYPE" key to select the required thermocouple type.
 To measure the temperature, touch the probe sensor on
the object whose temperature is to be measured.
 Read the temperature on the display. The display shows
"OL" (overload) when the temperature being measured is
outside the meter valid range.

4-2 MAX, MIN and AVG Function Operations

 Press "MX/MN" key to enter to MX/MN mode and to step
through the maximum (MAX), minimum (MIN) or the true
average (AVG is a true 9.7 hours recording average)
readings. Auto power off function will be automatically
disabled.
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 Press "↵ " key to toggle showing the elapsed time

"hour:min" and "min:sec" on LCD display. The elapsed
time since entering reading mode, or the time at which the
MAX, MIN or AVG occurred appears on the time display.

min:sec
TYPE
K MX MN AVG
-

 Press "MX/MN" key for 2 seconds to exit MX/MN mode.

In MX/MN mode, the "C/F/K" and "TYPE" key are not
active.
4-3 To erase the memory of datalogger
 Press " " key to turn off the meter.
 Press and hold down "MEM" key then press " " key to
turn on the meter. The LCD display will show "CLr" and all
readings in memory will be cleared.

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4-4 To trigger "One-by-One datalogging"

 Press the "MEM" key once
and one set of readings will
be stored in memory. The
LCD display shows "MEM"
and a memory location
number (01 to 98).

 Press "READ" key to enter

the manual memory data
mode. The LCD display will
show "READ" and a
memory location number.

 Press "


" or "
" key to scroll through the logged readings.
 Press "READ" key again to exit READ mode.

TYPE
K

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4-5 To Trigger "Continuous Data Logging"

 To enter logging interval time setting mode, press "SET"
key once then release it. The LCD display will show
"INTERVAL", "MEM" and interval time.
 Press "

" or "
" key until the display shows the required
logging interval (3 to 255 seconds) and then press "↵ "
key 3 times to select.
 Press "MEM" key for 2 seconds to start logging. The LCD
display will show "MEM" and the auto power-off function
will be disabled. The "MEM" mark will flicker each time a
set of data is stored into memory.

TYPE
K

When the memory is full (4200 data sets), the "FULL"

symbol will appear on the display and the meter will stop
datalogging.
 In the continuous data-logging mode, the MAX, MIN and
AVG function can be used.
 Press "MEM" key to stop logging. The continuously
logged data can only be read after it is downloaded to a
PC. It cannot be read using the "READ" function to show
the data on the display.
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4-6 Alarm Function Operations

The ALARM function only operates on the main display

temperature value. The resolution of the set value is
one degree and independent the temperature units.

 Press "SET" key once and

then the press "↵ " key once
to enter to alarm high limit
value setting mode. The LCD
ALM Hi
display will show "ALM Hi"
mark.

 Press "

" or "

" key until the
display shows the desired
alarm high limit value and then
press "↵ " key to store the high
limit value. Repeat  to enter ALM Lo

the alarm low limit value setting

and the LCD display will show
"ALM Lo" mark.

 Press "

" or "" key until the display shows the desired
alarm low limit value and then press "↵ " key to store the
low limit value and exit the setting mode.

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 To enter ALARM mode, press the "SET" key for 2

seconds then release it. The LCD display will show the
"ALM" mark. When the main display measured
temperature value is greater than the setting high
temperature value or below the setting low temperature
value, the beeper will sound continuously.

C
ALM

 To exit the ALARM function, press the "SET" key for 2

seconds then release it.
4-7 How to disable Auto Power-off Function
The meter will automatically turn off if no key press
occurs for 30 minutes.
 Press " " key to turn off the meter.
 Press and hold down the "↵ " key then press " " key to turn
on the meter and the auto power-off function will be disabled.
The auto power-off mark " : " on the time display will not be
visible.
Auto power-off mode is automatically re-enabled each
time the meter is turned on. It is automatically disabled in
"MX/MN" and continuous data-logging modes.
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5. MAINTENANCE
5-1 Cleaning:
Periodically clean the case with a damp cloth and mild
detergent.
Do not use abrasives or solvents. Clean and dry as
required.
5-2 Battery replacement:
When the LCD display shows “ BT ”, the battery has
insufficient power to support an accurate test. Replace
the batteries with Qty. 6 type AAA cells.

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6. RECALIBRATION PROCEDURE
The thermometer should be calibrated once a year to
ensure its continued accuracy. Contact RS Components for
further details of calibration service. The address is given at
the end of these instructions.

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