RC-5

Quick Start Guide

Install Battery

1. Use a proper tool (such as a coin) to loosen the battery cover.

2. Install the battery with “+” side upward and keep it under the metal connector.

3. Put the cover back and tighten the cover.

Note: Do not remove the battery when the logger is running. Please change it when necessary.

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Install Software

1. Please visit www.elitechus.com/download/software or www.elitechonline.co.uk/software to download.
2. Double click to open the zip file. Follow the prompts to install it.
3. When the installation is completed, the ElitechLog software will be ready to use.
Please disable the firewall or close the antivirus software if necessary.

Start/Stop Logger

1. Connect the logger to a computer to sync the logger time or configure parameters as needed.
2. Press and hold  to start the logger until shows. The logger starts logging.
3. Press and release to shift between display interfaces.
4. Press and hold to stop the logger until shows. The logger stops logging.

Please note all the recorded data cannot be changed for security reasons.

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Configure Software

1. Download Data: ElitechLog software will automatically access the logger and download the recorded data to local computer if it finds the logger is connected. If not, manually click “Download Data” to download the data.
2. Filter Data: Click “Filter Data” under Graph tab to select and view your desired time range of the data.
3. Export data: Click “Export Data” to save Excel/PDF format files to local computer.
4. Configure options: Set logger time, log interval, start delay, high/low limit, date/time format, email etc. (Check User Manual for default parameters)
   Note: New configuration will initialize previous recorded data. Please make sure to back up all necessary data before you apply new configurations.
   Refer to “Help” for more advanced functions. More product information are available on the company website www.elitechlog.com.

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Troubleshooting

If…	Please…
only a few data was logged.	check whether the battery is installed; or check if it was installed correctly.
the logger does not log after start up	check whether start delay is enabled in the software configuration.
the logger cannot stop logging by pressing the button .	check parameter settings to see if button customization is enabled (default configuration is disabled.)

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Technical Specifications

Recording Options             Multi-Use
Temperature Range           -30°C to 70°C
Temperature Accuracy       ±0.5(-20°C/+40°C);±1.0(other range)
Temperature Resolution     0.1°C
Data Storage Capacity        32,000 readings
Shelf Life/Battery               Six months¹/CR2032 button cell
Recording Interval              10s~24hour adjustable
Startup Mode                       Button
Stop Mode                            Button, software or stop when full
Protection Class                   IP67
Weight                                   35g

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Certifications                        EN12830, CE, RoHS
Validation Certificate           Hardcopy
Software                                 ElitechLog Win or Mac (latest version)
Report Generation                PDF /Word/Excel/Txt report
Password Protection            Optional on request
Connection Interface           USB 2.0, A-Type
Alarm Configuration           Optional, 2 points
Reprogrammable                 With free Elitech Win or MAC software
Demensions                          80mmx33mmx14mm(LxWxH)

1. Depending on optimal storage conditions
   (±15°C to +23°C/45% to 75% RH)

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Important!

• Please store the logger in indoor environment.
• Do not use the logger in corrosive liquid or excessive heat environment.
• If this is the first time you use the logger, it is suggested to connect the logger to a computer to sync the time.
• Please dispose or handle the waste logger properly by local legislation.

Elitech Technology, Inc.
1551 McCarthy Blvd, Suite 112, Milpitas, CA 95035 USA
Tel: (+1)408-844-4070
Sales: sales@elitechus.com
Support: support@elitechus.com
Website: www.elitechus.com
Software Download: elitechus.com/download/software

Elitech (UK) Limited
2 Chandlers Mews, London, E14 8LA UK
Tel: (+44)203-645-1002
Sales: sales@elitech.uk.com
Support: service@elitech.uk.com
Website: www.elitech.uk.com
Software Download: elitechonline.co.uk/software

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Documents / Resources

Elitech RC-5 USB Temperature Data Logger Recorder [pdf] User Guide RC-5, USB Temperature Data Logger Recorder

References

• User Manual