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M211861EN-AUser GuideVaisala VaiNet Wireless Humidity andTemperature Data LoggerRFL100

PUBLISHED BYVaisala Oyj Street address: Vanha Nurmijärventie 21, FI-01670 Vantaa, FinlandMailing address: P.O. Box 26, FI-00421 Helsinki, FinlandPhone: +358 9 8949 1Visit our Internet pages at www.vaisala.com.© Vaisala 2018No part of this manual may bereproduced, published or publiclydisplayed in any form or by anymeans, electronic or mechanical(including photocopying), normay its contents be modiﬁed,translated, adapted, sold ordisclosed to a third party withoutprior written permission of thecopyright holder. Translatedmanuals and translated portionsof multilingual documents arebased on the original Englishversions. In ambiguous cases, theEnglish versions are applicable,not the translations.The contents of this manual aresubject to change without priornotice.Local rules and regulations mayvary and they shall takeprecedence over the informationcontained in this manual. Vaisalamakes no representations on thismanual’s compliance with thelocal rules and regulationsapplicable at any given time, andhereby disclaims any and allresponsibilities related thereto.This manual does not create anylegally binding obligations forVaisala towards customers or endusers. All legally bindingobligations and agreements areincluded exclusively in theapplicable supply contract or theGeneral Conditions of Sale andGeneral Conditions of Service ofVaisala.This product contains softwaredeveloped by Vaisala or thirdparties. Use of the software isgoverned by license terms andconditions included in theapplicable supply contract or, inthe absence of separate licenseterms and conditions, by theGeneral License Conditions ofVaisala Group.This product may contain opensource software (OSS)components. In the event thisproduct contains OSScomponents, then such OSS isgoverned by the terms andconditions of the applicable OSSlicenses, and you are bound bythe terms and conditions of suchlicenses in connection with youruse and distribution of the OSS inthis product. Applicable OSSlicenses are included in theproduct itself or provided to youon any other applicable media,depending on each individualproduct and the product itemsdelivered to you.

Table of Contents1. About This Document................................................................................... 51.1 Version Information.......................................................................................... 51.2 Related Manuals................................................................................................ 51.3 Documentation Conventions...........................................................................51.4 Trademarks........................................................................................................ 62. Product Overview........................................................................................... 72.1 RFL100 Overview.............................................................................................. 72.2 RFL100 Parts..................................................................................................... 82.3 RFL100 Batteries.............................................................................................102.3.1 Battery Level Indicator............................................................................102.4 Alarm Indicators............................................................................................... 112.5 Service Port...................................................................................................... 122.6 Delays in a VaiNet Network............................................................................132.7 Safety................................................................................................................142.8 Regulatory Compliance.................................................................................. 142.8.1 FCC Compliance Statement....................................................................142.8.2 ISED Compliance Statement...................................................................142.8.3 EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................152.9 Symbols in RFL100 Product Markings.......................................................... 172.10 ESD Protection.................................................................................................173. Installation........................................................................................................ 183.1 Setting Up RFL100 Data Logger....................................................................183.2 Mounting RFL100............................................................................................ 193.3 Connection Indicators..................................................................................... 213.3.1 Connection Examples............................................................................. 224. Maintenance....................................................................................................234.1 Cleaning RFL100.............................................................................................234.2 Changing the Probe Filter............................................................................. 234.3 Disconnecting the Probe............................................................................... 244.4 Connecting the Probe....................................................................................244.5 Calibration and Adjustment.......................................................................... 244.5.1 Calibration and Adjustment Using HM40.............................................254.5.2 Calibration and Adjustment using MI70................................................314.6 Changing RFL100 Batteries...........................................................................324.7 Changing RFL100 Clock Battery...................................................................324.8 Updating RFL100 Firmware.......................................................................... 335. Troubleshooting............................................................................................345.1 Problem Situations.........................................................................................345.2 Error Codes......................................................................................................355.3 Verifying Operation of RFL100..................................................................... 365.4 Downloading Data Using Service Port........................................................ 36Table of Contents1

6. Technical Data................................................................................................386.1 HMP110 Technical Speciﬁcation.................................................................... 386.2 HMP115 Technical Speciﬁcation.................................................................... 396.3 RFL100 Technical Speciﬁcation....................................................................406.4 Spare Parts and Accessories.........................................................................456.5 RFL100 Dimensions....................................................................................... 46Technical Support.....................................................................................................49Warranty.......................................................................................................................49Recycling......................................................................................................................49RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A2

List of FiguresFigure 1 Connecting RFL100 to the viewLinc Monitoring System........................ 7Figure 2 Front and Display............................................................................................... 8Figure 3 Under the Silicone Plug.................................................................................... 8Figure 4 Rear and Inside................................................................................................... 9Figure 5 Mounting Bracket...............................................................................................9Figure 6 Alarm Indicators on RFL100 Display............................................................ 11Figure 7 RFL100 Mounting Methods............................................................................19Figure 8 RFL100 Data Logger Dimensions with Mounting Bracket................... 46Figure 9 RFL100 Data Logger Dimensions................................................................47Figure 10 RFL100 Mounting Bracket Dimensions......................................................48List of Figures3

List of TablesTable 1 Document Versions.............................................................................................5Table 2 Related Manuals...................................................................................................5Table 3 Battery Level Indicator.....................................................................................10Table 4 Alarm Symbols.....................................................................................................11Table 5 Speciﬁcations for a USB Power Supply........................................................12Table 6 Symbols Used in RFL100 Product Markings...............................................17Table 7 Symbols................................................................................................................ 21Table 8 Connection States..............................................................................................21Table 9 Troubleshooting Table.....................................................................................34Table 10 RFL100 Error Codes..........................................................................................35Table 11 Humidity Measurement...................................................................................38Table 12 Temperature Measurement............................................................................ 38Table 13 Mechanical.......................................................................................................... 39Table 14 Humidity Measurement...................................................................................39Table 15 Temperature Measurement............................................................................ 39Table 16 Mechanical..........................................................................................................40Table 17 Wireless............................................................................................................... 40Table 18 Memory.................................................................................................................41Table 19 Operating Environment....................................................................................41Table 20 General..................................................................................................................41Table 21 Mechanical Speciﬁcations...............................................................................42Table 22 HMP110/T Probe Measurement Performance............................................43Table 23 HMP115/T Probe Measurement Performance............................................44Table 24 RFL100 Spare Parts and Accessories.......................................................... 45Table 25 HMP110/T Probe Spare Parts and Accessories..........................................45Table 26 HMP115/T Probe Spare Parts and Accessories..........................................45RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A4

1. About This Document1.1 Version InformationThis document provides instructions for installing, using, and maintaining the RFL100 DataLogger.Table 1 Document VersionsDocument Code Date DescriptionM211861EN-A April 2018 First version.1.2 Related ManualsTable 2 Related ManualsDocument Code NameM211822EN RFL100 Data Logger Quick GuideM211821EN AP10 Access Point Quick GuideM211860EN AP10 Access Point User GuideM211820EN viewLinc Monitoring System Setup GuideM211975EN viewLinc Enterprise Server User Guide1.3 Documentation ConventionsWarning alerts you to a serious hazard. If you do not read andfollow instructions carefully at this point, there is a risk of injury or even death.WARNING!Caution warns you of a potential hazard. If you do not read andfollow instructions carefully at this point, the product could be damaged orimportant data could be lost.CAUTION!Note highlights important information on using the product.Chapter 1 – About This Document5

2. Product Overview2.1 RFL100 OverviewVaisala RFL100 Data Logger is a completely wireless, battery powered humidity andtemperate data logger. It is intended as a data collection point in a Vaisala viewLinc MonitoringSystem.viewLincEnterprise ServerAP10Access PointRFL100Data LoggersVaiNet wireless>100 m (328 ft) rangeNTP ServerWirednetworkFigure 1 Connecting RFL100 to the viewLinc Monitoring SystemRFL100 requires a connection to a Vaisala AP10 Access Point. AP10 can connect up to 32loggers to the viewLinc Monitoring System. In a typical indoor space, install the AP10 within100 meters of the RFL100. In an open space without many interfering structures, the rangemay be signiﬁcantly higher.RFL100 is optimized for low power operation. It reads the probe once a minute, and transmitsmeasurement data to the access point every four minutes. Because the radio link is notcontinuous, remote management actions and system joining status may take some time to beupdated on the display of the data logger.Before you start installing RFL100 Data Loggers, install the viewLinc EnterpriseServer and at least one AP10 Access Point within range of the RFL100. This wayRFL100 can immediately discover your access point and join your system.For more information on viewLinc Monitoring System installation, see viewLincSetup Guide.Chapter 2 – Product Overview7

2.2 RFL100 Parts12345678Figure 2 Front and Display1Service port connection indicator.2Battery level indicator.3Currently measured values.4Connection indicators.5Status LED. Blinks green for normaloperation, red for error or alarm.6Signal strength of access pointconnection.7Alarm indicators. Alarms areconﬁgured in viewLinc EnterpriseServer software.8Detachable probe or probe cable.12Figure 3 Under the Silicone Plug1Service port (Micro-USB).2Refresh button. Push to enable a fasterwireless scanning interval for one hour.Also wakes up the display if it hasbeen turned o remotely, and showsﬁrmware version and currentlyconnected VaiNet channel.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A8

12345678Figure 4 Rear and Inside1Type label.2On/o switch.3Clock battery.4Probe orientation mark. Whenconnecting the probe, line up themarkings on the probe and above theconnector before pushing the probe tothe connector.5Humidity and/or temperature sensorsunder the ﬁlter.6Release button. Push to releaseRFL100 from its current viewLincsystem, and allow it to connect to anyviewLinc system.7Main batteries. Use only non-rechargeable, AA size, 1.5 V alkaline(LR6) or lithium (FR6) batteries.8Battery cover.125432Figure 5 Mounting Bracket16 mm (0.23 inch) hole for hookmounting.2Holes for mounting with zip ties.3Strong magnet (in magnetic mountingbracket only). Handle with care.4Suitable area for attaching labels.53.80 mm (0.15 inch) holes for screwmounting.Chapter 2 – Product Overview9

2.3 RFL100 BatteriesMain BatteriesRFL100 Data Logger is powered by two AA size primary (non-chargeable) batteries with 1.5 Vnominal voltage. Operation of the data logger always requires that compatible batteries withsucient voltage are in place. When replacing batteries, always use new batteries, not partiallydischarged ones. Minimum battery voltage for operation is 2.15 V in series.Compatible battery types are:• 1.5 V alkaline batteries, designation IEC-LR6, ANSI 15A. Standard choice for mostapplications.• 1.5 V lithium batteries, designation IEC-FR14505 (FR6), ANSI 15-LF. Typically highercapacity, better in cold temperatures.Do not use batteries with a nominal voltage higher than 1.5 V.CAUTION!Use of rechargeable batteries is not recommended. RFL100 will not chargebatteries even if the service port is connected to a power supply.Clock BatteryRFL100 also has a separate 3 V lithium battery (type CR1/3N button cell) to keep the real-timeclock powered when the device is otherwise turned o. This battery is good for 10 years, andshould only be replaced if the data logger gives the low clock battery error.2.3.1 Battery Level IndicatorTable 3 Battery Level IndicatorSymbol on Display DescriptionFull batteries.One quarter of battery capacity used.Half of the battery capacity used.Low battery alarm is activated by viewLinc at this level.Remaining battery capacity is typically enough for 2 … 4 weeks ofnormal operation. Replace the batteries.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A10

Symbol on Display DescriptionBattery voltage is too low to support radio communication. Datalogging continues locally for 2 … 4 weeks until device shuts downcompletely. Replace batteries immediately.The battery level indicator is an estimate only. It is based on the typical behavior of batteries inthis application.2.4 Alarm Indicators12Figure 6 Alarm Indicators on RFL100 Display1Alarm indicators for channel 12Alarm indicators for channel 2Table 4 Alarm SymbolsSymbol on Display DescriptionHigh-high threshold alarm active.High threshold alarm active.Alarm bell symbol that is always shown when any thresholdalarm is active on this channel.Low threshold alarm active.Low-low threshold alarm active.RFL100 can show active threshold alarms on its local display. When a threshold alarm is activeon RFL100, the appropriate alarm indicators will be shown on the display. Additionally, the LEDwill ﬂash red for high-high and low-low threshold alarms.Chapter 2 – Product Overview11

Threshold alarms cannot be conﬁgured locally on the RFL100 itself; they are conﬁgured usingviewLinc Enterprise Server software. When applying a threshold alarm template to a Location,you can choose to show the alarms on the data logger that is linked to the location. To showthe alarms, enable the Send to device setting, and then enable Alarm on Device for eachthreshold that you want to generate an alarm on the RFL100.On the RFL100, only one set of thresholds can be active at a time for one channel. The latestset that is pushed to the device replaces the previous one. The Send to device setting of anypreviously sent threshold alarm is automatically set to No.RFL100 does not implement the Alarm Delay and Alarm o margin settings ofviewLinc threshold alarms. Local alarm status on RFL100 changes as soon as themeasured values cross the thresholds.2.5 Service PortThe service port of the data logger provides a local interface for performing service actionsthat cannot be done over the air, such as updating the device ﬁrmware. The service actions arebased on ﬁle transfer using Media Transfer Protocol (MTP), so no special software is needed.The service port connector is a standard micro-USB connector.The service port can be used to supply operating power to the data logger. Use a powersupply that fulﬁlls the requirements listed in Table 5 (page 12).Table 5 Speciﬁcations for a USB Power SupplyProperty SpeciﬁcationOutput voltage 5 VDCOutput current min. 100 mAOutput connector Micro-USBCertiﬁcations and approvals • Certiﬁed to IEC 60950-1 or IEC 62368-1• Approved for use in your countryBatteries with a sucient voltage (minimum 2.6 V in series) must always be in place inside thedata logger, even when supplying external power through the service port.When using an external power supply, the main batteries will bedrained very slowly. As alkaline batteries may leak when left in place for a longtime, always use compatible 1.5 V lithium batteries instead of alkaline batterieswhen using an external power supply.CAUTION!RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A12

2.6 Delays in a VaiNet NetworkVaiNet protocol and VaiNet devices are designed for power-ecient operation. Some of thedesign choices that enable long battery life also create signiﬁcant delays that the users shouldbe aware of.Intermittent Radio ConnectionsRadio connections between VaiNet access points and data loggers are not continuous. Accesspoints take turns communicating in a two-minute cycle, and connected data loggers send theirmeasurement data to their connected access point every four minutes. This introduces variousdelays:• Data loggers that are not currently connected (new devices or ones that have fallen out ofradio contact) have to scan for available access points for a complete cycle before theycan decide what is the optimal access point for them. This means that connectionattempts typically take at least a couple of minutes. Additionally, some joining scenariosmay take multiple attempts. For example, when ﬁlling a single access point up to its fullcapacity of 32 data loggers, it may take an hour for the last data logger to successfullyconnect to the access point.• Access points request missing data and issue management commands to data loggerswithin their communication window. Transferring a full month's worth of measurementdata from 32 data loggers using one access point takes several hours.Data Logger Scanning IntervalScanning for available access points consumes power. To prevent repeated scanning fromdraining their batteries, RFL100 Data Loggers shut down their radio temporarily if they canﬁnd no access points to join. They will resume scanning after a waiting interval that getsprogressively longer if they keep failing to ﬁnd an access point. The maximum interval is 8hours and 30 minutes.This means that when access points become available after an outage, it may take severalhours for data loggers to discover them. This is why you should always keep your access pointspowered up, and why you should start your network installation by installing the viewLincEnterprise Server and access points ﬁrst.You can manually wake up the radio of an RFL100 Data Logger by pressing itsRefresh button. The button is located next to the service port under the siliconeplug.Chapter 2 – Product Overview13

2.7 SafetyDo not modify the unit or use it in ways not described in thedocumentation. Improper modiﬁcation may lead to safety hazards, equipmentdamage, failure to perform according to speciﬁcation, or decreased equipmentlifetime.CAUTION!The optional magnetic mounting bracket of the RFL100 has astrong magnet. Handle it with care and keep it away from devices that aresensitive to magnetic ﬁelds (for example, pacemarkers, magnetic cards, andmechanical watches.)CAUTION!This device requires a separation distance of at least 20 cm. Thisdistance must be maintained between the user and the device when the deviceis operating.CAUTION!Cet appareil nécessite une distance de séparation d'au moins 20cm. Cette distance doit être maintenue entre l'utilisateur et l'appareil lorsquel'appareil est en fonctionnement.ATTENTION2.8 Regulatory Compliance2.8.1 FCC Compliance StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercialenvironment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likelyto cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interferenceat his own expense.2.8.2 ISED Compliance StatementThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation issubject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference; and2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A14

This device has a PCB integrated inverted F-antenna with a gain of 1 dBi.Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et2. l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si lebrouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.Le présent appareil dispose d'une antenne F inversée intégrée à la carte avec un gain de 1 dBi.2.8.3 EU Declaration of ConformityBG: С настоящото Vaisala Oyj декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение RFL100 е всъответствие с Директива 2014/53/ЕС. Цялостният текст на ЕС декларацията засъответствие може да се намери на следния интернет адрес: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityCS: Tímto Vaisala Oyj prohlašuje, že typ rádiového zařízení RFL100 je v souladu se směrnicí2014/53/EU. Úplné znění EU prohlášení o shodě je k dispozici na této internetové adrese:www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityDA: Hermed erklærer Vaisala Oyj , at radioudstyrstypen RFL100 er i overensstemmelse meddirektiv 2014/53/EU. EU-overensstemmelseserklæringens fulde tekst kan ﬁndes på følgendeinternetadresse: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityDE: Hiermit erklärt Vaisala Oyj , dass der Funkanlagentyp RFL100 der Richtlinie 2014/53/EUentspricht. Der vollständige Text der EU-Konformitätserklärung ist unter der folgendenInternetadresse verfügbar: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityEL:Με την παρούσα ο/η Vaisala Oyj , δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός RFL100 πληροί τηνοδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ. Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ διατίθεται στηνακόλουθη ιστοσελίδα στο διαδίκτυο: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityEN: Hereby, Vaisala Oyj declares that the radio equipment type RFL100 is in compliance withDirective 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at thefollowing internet address: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityES: Por la presente, Vaisala Oyj declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico RFL100 esconforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE. El texto completo de la declaración UE de conformidadestá disponible en la dirección Internet siguiente: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityET: Käesolevaga deklareerib Vaisala Oyj , et käesolev raadioseadme tüüp RFL100 vastabdirektiivi 2014/53/EL nõuetele. ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik tekst on kättesaadavjärgmisel internetiaadressil: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityFI: Vaisala Oyj vakuuttaa, että radiolaitetyyppi RFL100 on direktiivin 2014/53/EU mukainen.EU-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutuksen täysimittainen teksti on saatavilla seuraavassainternetosoitteessa: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityFR: Le soussigné, Vaisala Oyj , déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type RFL100 estconforme à la directive 2014/53/UE. Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de conformité estdisponible à l'adresse internet suivante: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityChapter 2 – Product Overview15

HR: Vaisala Oyj ovime izjavljuje da je radijska oprema tipa RFL100 u skladu s Direktivom2014/53/EU. Cjeloviti tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na sljedećoj internetskoj adresi:www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityHU: Vaisala Oyj igazolja, hogy a RFL100 típusú rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EUirányelvnek. Az EU-megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege elérhető a következő internetescímen: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityIT: Il fabbricante, Vaisala Oyj , dichiara che il tipo di apparecchiatura radio RFL100 è conformealla direttiva 2014/53/UE. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibileal seguente indirizzo Internet: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityLT: Aš, Vaisala Oyj , patvirtinu, kad radijo įrenginių tipas RFL100 atitinka Direktyvą 2014/53/ES.Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos tekstas prieinamas šiuo interneto adresu: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityLV: Ar šo Vaisala Oyj deklarē, ka radioiekārta RFL100 atbilst Direktīvai 2014/53/ES. Pilns ESatbilstības deklarācijas teksts ir pieejams šādā interneta vietnē: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityMT: B'dan, Vaisala Oyj , niddikjara li dan it-tip ta' tagħmir tar-radju RFL100 huwa konformimad-Direttiva 2014/53/UE. It-test kollu tad-dikjarazzjoni ta' konformità tal-UE huwadisponibbli f'dan l-indirizz tal-Internet li ġej: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityNL: Hierbij verklaar ik, Vaisala Oyj , dat het type radioapparatuur RFL100 conform is metRichtlijn 2014/53/EU. De volledige tekst van de EU-conformiteitsverklaring kan wordengeraadpleegd op het volgende internetadres: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityPL: Vaisala Oyj niniejszym oświadcza, że typ urządzenia radiowego RFL100 jest zgodny zdyrektywą 2014/53/UE. Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności UE jest dostępny pod następującymadresem internetowym: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityPT: O(a) abaixo assinado(a) Vaisala Oyj declara que o presente tipo de equipamento de rádioRFL100 está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE. O texto integral da declaração deconformidade está disponível no seguinte endereço de Internet: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityRO: Prin prezenta, Vaisala Oyj declară că tipul de echipamente radio RFL100 este înconformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE. Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate estedisponibil la următoarea adresă internet: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformitySK: Vaisala Oyj týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu RFL100 je v súlade so smernicou2014/53/EÚ. Úplné EÚ vyhlásenie o zhode je k dispozícii na tejto internetovej adrese:www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformitySL: Vaisala Oyj potrjuje, da je tip radijske opreme RFL100 skladen z Direktivo 2014/53/EU.Celotno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na naslednjem spletnem naslovu:www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformitySV: Härmed försäkrar Vaisala Oyj att denna typ av radioutrustning RFL100 överensstämmermed direktiv 2014/53/EU. Den fullständiga texten till EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse ﬁnnspå följande webbadress: www.vaisala.com/declarationofconformityRFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A16

2.9 Symbols in RFL100 Product MarkingsTable 6 Symbols Used in RFL100 Product MarkingsSymbol DescriptionMeets the essential requirements of the applicable EC directivesSymbol of electrical and electronic equipment according to the WEEEdirectiveFCC markEnvironment Friendly Use Period of 10 yearsRead user instructionsRead user instructionsBattery orientation symbolRegulatory Compliance Mark (RCM)2.10 ESD ProtectionElectrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to electronic circuits.Vaisala products are adequately protected against ESD for their intended use. However, it ispossible to damage the product by delivering an electrostatic discharge when touching,removing or inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.Avoid touching component contacts or connectors when working with the device.Chapter 2 – Product Overview17

3. Installation3.1 Setting Up RFL100 Data Logger1231Power switch.2Protection cap. Remove afterinstallation is complete.3Latch of the battery cover.1. Open the battery cover of the data logger.2. Move the power switch to the On position.3. Close the battery cover of the data logger. Push the latch down until you hear a click. Ifthe cover does not close easily, push the probe in and try again.4. Look at the display and verify that: • Battery indicator shows full batteries .• Display shows measurement readings instead of dashes or error codes.If measurement readings are not shown after a few seconds, check that the probe isproperly connected. It is possible to disconnect the probe by pulling on the probe withthe battery cover open. In that case the display will show error code ERR 202.When you turn on the RFL100 it starts to scan for VaiNet access points that are ininstallation mode. RFL100 will connect to the access point with the best signalstrength, and wait to be accepted by the administrator of the viewLinc EnterpriseServer.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A18

3.2 Mounting RFL100A BDC68 [2.65]mm[in]Figure 7 RFL100 Mounting MethodsAMounting with screws. Screws and wall plugs are included with the data logger.BMounting with zip ties. Zip ties are included with the data logger.CMagnetic mounting (with optional magnetic mounting bracket)DMounting with a hook (hook not included)Chapter 3 – Installation19

1. Select a suitable mounting location. A good location is easily accessible, protected fromwater and condensation, and remains within the operating temperature range of theRFL100: • +2 ... +60 °C (+35.6 ... +140 °F) with alkaline batteries• -20 ... +60 °C (-4 ... +140 °F) with lithium batteriesUse the HMP110 probe to measure a wider range of conditions (operatingtemperature range -40 ... +80 °C (-40 °F ... +176 °F). HMP110 probe is alwaysconnected using a connection cable, so you can leave the RFL100 datalogger in an environment that is suitable to its speciﬁcation.2. Attach the mounting bracket using one of the mounting methods shown in Figure 7(page 19). Orient the bracket vertically so that the probe or probe cable points down afterinstallation. Do not attach the RFL100 without the mounting bracket. If you are mounting the data logger higher than 2 m (6 ft) or ina location where it would pose a hazard if dropped, ensure the mountingbracket is securely ﬁxed with screws or zip ties.CAUTION!3. Slide the logger into the mounting bracket with the probe or probe cable pointingdownward.4. Peel o the protective ﬁlm from the display and remove the yellow plug from the probe. 5. If the probe is attached with a cable, place the probe in the desired measurement locationand secure the cable.6. Recommended: Apply location labels to the mounting bracket and the RFL100 DataLogger according to your installation plan and company policy.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A20

3.3 Connection IndicatorsTable 7 SymbolsSymbol Description Symbol DescriptionData logger Connection OKAccess point Connection currentlyunavailableviewLinc Enterprise Server Table 8 Connection StatesSymbols on Display DescriptionData logger is searching for an access point.Data logger has failed to ﬁnd an access point that is in installationmode. viewLinc server icon is not shown, as the data logger hasnot been accepted to a viewLinc system yet.The data logger has failed to connect to an access point thatbelongs to its own network.Data logger is successfully connected to an access point, butthere is no connection between the access point and viewLincserver. Data logger has not been accepted to a viewLinc systemyet.Data logger is successfully connected to an access point, butthere is no connection between the access point and viewLincserver. Data logger has been accepted to a viewLinc system.Data logger is successfully connected to an access point, andconnection between the access point and viewLinc server is alsoOK. The viewLinc symbol is ﬂashing to indicate that the datalogger is waiting to be accepted to the viewLinc system as a newdevice.Data logger is successfully connected to an access point, andconnection between the access point and viewLinc server is alsoOK. Data logger has been accepted to the viewLinc system.Chapter 3 – Installation21

3.3.1 Connection ExamplesLooking for an access point to join: Linebetween data logger and access point symbols is blinking, and signal strengthindicator shows no bars.Connected to an access point butviewLinc Enterprise Server notdiscovered yet: Signal strength indicator shows the strength of the accesspoint connection.Full connectivity: Data logger hasdiscovered a viewLinc Enterprise Serverand is connected to it through the accesspoint. You can now log in to the viewLincEnterprise Server and accept the device tothe system.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A22

4. Maintenance4.1 Cleaning RFL100• Lint-free cloth• Isopropyl alcohol (70%)Do not spray anything directly on the RFL100, since that may deposit impuritieson the sensor.1. Remove the data logger from the mounting bracket.2. Moisten some lint-free cloth with isopropyl alcohol (70%).3. Wipe the data logger and the mounting bracket.4. Check the ﬁlter on the probe. If the ﬁlter becomes contaminated, it is very likely to aectthe humidity measurement since residue on the ﬁlter will retain some moisture. If the ﬁlteris dirty, replace it with a new one. See Changing the Probe Filter (page 23).5. Insert the data logger back in the mounting bracket.4.2 Changing the Probe Filter• New ﬁlter for the probeFilter on the probe should be replaced when it is damaged or dirty. You can change the probeﬁlter without disconnecting the probe from the data logger.The sensors are easily damaged when the ﬁlter is not in place.Handle the probe carefully.CAUTION!1. Turn the ﬁlter counter-clockwise to loosen it.2. Remove the ﬁlter from the probe. Be careful not to touch the sensors with the ﬁlter.3. Install a new ﬁlter on the probe, and tighten it so it is ﬁnger-tight. Make sure the ﬁlter sitsstraight and meets the thread properly.Chapter 4 – Maintenance23

More Information‣Spare Parts and Accessories (page 45)4.3 Disconnecting the Probe1. To disconnect a ﬁxed probe from RFL100 Data Logger:a. Remove the data logger from the mounting bracket.b. Open the battery cover of the data logger.c. Grip the probe from above the ﬁlter and hold the data logger with the other hand.Pull the probe straight out of the data logger. Do not rotate the probe.2. To disconnect a cabled probe from RFL100 Data Logger:a. Loosen the locking ring of the connector at the end of the probe cable.b. Pull the probe away from the connector.4.4 Connecting the Probe1. To connect a ﬁxed probe to RFL100 Data Logger:a. Open the battery cover of the data logger.b. Align the orientation mark on the probe with the line above the probe connector.Push the probe straight in all the way, do not rotate.c. Close the battery cover of the data logger. Push the latch down until you hear a click.If the cover does not close easily, push the probe in and try again.2. To connect a cabled probe to RFL100 Data Logger:a. Connect the probe to the connector at the end of the probe cable.b. Tighten the locking ring of the connector.4.5 Calibration and AdjustmentIf you think the device is not measuring correctly, calibration and adjustment isnot the ﬁrst thing to do. Check the following ﬁrst:• Make sure nothing is interfering with the measurement: heat sources,temperature dierences, or condensation.• Check that there is no moisture on the probe. If the sensor has become wet,wait for it to dry.• Always wait for the measurement to stabilize.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A24

Calibration means comparing the measurement output of the device to a knownreference, such as a known environment in a calibration chamber or the output ofa reference instrument. Correcting the reading of the device so that it measuresaccurately is referred to as adjustment.Sensors and measurement electronics used by the data logger are fully contained in thereplaceable probe. This allows the probe to be calibrated, adjusted, and replaced as needed.The calibration frequency depends on the application and your compliance requirements.Vaisala recommends having the probe calibrated and adjusted once a year by VaisalaCalibration and Repair Services. See www.vaisala.com/calibration.Generic procedures for on-site calibration and adjustment are provided in this guide:• To verify the measurement accuracy of the probe without disconnecting it from the datalogger, compare its readings with a calibrated reference instrument. Doing this at theinstallation location of the data logger is referred to as a ﬁeld check. See .• To calibrate and adjust the probe using humidity and temperature references, connect theprobe to a Vaisala HM40 Hand-Held Humidity and Temperature Meter. See Calibration andAdjustment Using HM40 (page 25).4.5.1 Calibration and Adjustment Using HM40• Vaisala HM40 Hand-Held Humidity and Temperature Meter• Connection cable for HM40 Hand-Held Meter (Vaisala item HMT120Z300)• Reference environment for the desired calibration point• RFL100 data logger with the probe to be calibratedYou can calibrate and adjust the probe of your RFL100 data logger in one or two points usingthe HM40. For a 2-point calibration, you need two reference environments. For example, LiCland NaCl salt chambers provide 11% and 75% relative humidity references. Note that whenperforming a 2-point RH calibration, the ﬁrst point requires a < 50% RH humidity reference,and the second point must be > 50% RH. The dierence between the two humidity referencesmust be at least 30% RH.1. Disconnect the probe to be calibrated from the RFL100 Data Logger. See Disconnectingthe Probe (page 24).2. Connect the probe to the HM40 hand-held meter using the connection cable.3. Turn on the HM40 and check that the measurements from the probe are displayed on thescreen.Chapter 4 – Maintenance25

4. Press the Menu button and select the Calibration submenu. 5. Select the parameter to be calibrated at menu item [1] Quantity. You can calibrateTemperature (T) or Relative Humidity (RH) measurement. All other humidity parametersare calculated from RH and T, so they will also be adjusted. RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A26

6. Select the number of calibration points at menu item [2] Points. 7. Place the probe in the ﬁrst reference environment (ﬁrst calibration point). Wait 20 – 40minutes for the reading to stabilize.Chapter 4 – Maintenance27

8. Select menu item [3] Point 1 and press the Set button. The meter now shows thecurrently measured value of the selected parameter. Set the reference value using thearrow buttons and press the OK button. The correction to the measurement at point 1 is now shown in the text for menu item [3]Point 1. If you are only doing a 1-point calibration, skip to step 11.9. Place the probe in the second reference environment (second calibration point). Wait 20 –40 minutes for the reading to stabilize.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A28

10. Select menu item [4] Point 2 and press the Set button. The meter now shows thecurrently measured value of the selected parameter. Set the reference value using thearrow buttons and press the OK button. The correction to the measurement at point 2 is now shown in the text for the menu item[4] Point 2.Chapter 4 – Maintenance29

11. Select menu item [5] Note to edit the calibration info text that is stored in the probe. Editthe text using the select button and arrow keys. When done, select the OK character inthe bottom right corner to save the changed text. To exit without saving, press the Cancelbutton. 12. Select menu item [6] Apply to view the calibration result. Verify the applied corrections inthe conﬁrmation screen and press the Apply button to apply the adjustment to the probe,or Cancel to exit without applying the adjustment. 13. Disconnect the probe from the HM40.14. Connect the probe to the RFL100 Data Logger. See Connecting the Probe (page 24).RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A30

4.5.2 Calibration and Adjustment using MI70• Vaisala MI70 Measurement Indicator• Connection cable for MI70 Measurement Indicator (Vaisala item 219980SP)• Reference environment for the desired calibration point• RFL100 data logger with the probe to be calibratedOptional:• MI70-compatible reference probe and connection cableYou can calibrate and adjust the probe of your RFL100 data logger in one point using the MI70indicator. You can calibrate the probe in a known reference environment (for example, LiCl saltchambers that provides a 11 %RH humidity reference) or by comparing to the reading of anyMI70-compatible Vaisala probe.1. Disconnect the probe from the data logger. See Disconnecting the Probe (page 24).2. Connect the probe to be calibrated to port I of the MI70 measurement indicator using theconnection cable.3. If you want to calibrate by comparing to the reading of a reference probe, connect it toport II of the MI70 indicator.4. Turn on the MI70 indicator.5. Start the adjustment sequence from Main menu > Functions > Adjustments. If you havetwo probes connected, make sure to start the adjustment sequence for probe I.6. MI70 notiﬁes you that automatic power o is disabled during adjustment mode, select OKto acknowledge.7. Select RH or T parameter for adjustment and select OK. This procedure assumes you areadjusting relative humidity, but the same principles apply for temperature adjustment.8. Insert the probe to be calibrated in the reference environment. If you have a referenceprobe, insert that in the same environment. If you are comparing against the reading of areference probe, you can also use the ambient condition as the reference environment, aslong as its conditions are stable.9. Wait for the measurement to stabilize. You can follow the stabilization from the GRAPHdisplay. Select READY when the reading is stabilized in the reference.10. To perform the adjustment using the reference environment, perform these steps:a. Select 1-point adjustment > SELECT > OK.b. When the measurement is stable, select READY.c. Give the reference RH value by using the arrow buttons and select OK.d. To conﬁrm the adjustment, select YES. If you select NO, you return to the adjustmentmode display and no changes are made.e. Continue from step 12.Chapter 4 – Maintenance31

11. Perform the adjustment using a reference probe, perform these steps:a. Select To same as RH[II].b. To conﬁrm the adjustment, select YES. If you select NO, you return to the adjustmentmode display and no changes are made.12. Calibration and adjustment is now completed. Select BACK to exit the adjustment modeand EXIT to return to the basic display.13. Disconnect the calibrated probe from the MI70 indicator.14. Reconnect the probe to the data logger. See Connecting the Probe (page 24).4.6 Changing RFL100 Batteries• 2 pcs of new AA size 1.5 V batteries: alkaline (type LR6) or lithium (type FR6)1. Remove the data logger from the mounting bracket.2. Open the battery cover of the data logger.3. Move the power switch to the O position.4. Remove the old AA size batteries from the data logger.5. Check the battery orientation markings on the data logger and insert the new batteries inthe correct orientation.6. Move the power switch to the On position.7. Close the battery cover of the data logger. Push the latch down until you hear a click. Ifthe cover does not close easily, push the probe in and try again.8. Insert the data logger back in the mounting bracket.4.7 Changing RFL100 Clock Battery• New 3 V lithium battery (type CR1/3N button cell)• Small ﬂat-head screwdriver1. Open the battery cover of the data logger.2. Use a small ﬂat-head screwdriver to lift the top part of the small plastic cover markedClock battery (CR1/3N), and slide the cover upward until it comes loose.3. Use the small screwdriver to lift the old clock battery from the battery socket.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A32

$4. Take the new clock battery and verify the + and - markings of the battery itself and theclock battery socket. Insert the new clock battery in the clock battery socket.5. Replace the clock battery cover.6. Close the battery cover of the data logger. Push the latch down until you hear a click. Ifthe cover does not close easily, push the probe in and try again.4.8 Updating RFL100 FirmwareRequired:• Computer with a free USB port and an operating system that supports theMedia Transfer Protocol (MTP). For example, Windowsâ 7 and newer.• USB connection cable (USB 2.0 Type A - Micro-B, Vaisala cable 244961). Youalso can use a generic cable that has all pins connected (not just power).• RFL100 ﬁrmware update ﬁle from VaisalaUpdating RFL100 ﬁrmware erases the recorded data from thedevice. Before updating, verify from the viewLinc Enterprise Server that up-to-date data from this device is available.CAUTION!Updating the ﬁrmware will not aect the data logger's status in the Vaisala viewlincMonitoring System. If the device was accepted in the system before the update, it will remainaccepted.1. Turn the RFL100 on. The currently installed ﬁrmware version is shown brieﬂy during start-up. If the ﬁrmware version you have downloaded is newer than the installed version,continue with the update.2. Open the plug over the service port and connect the USB cable between your computerand the service port of the RFL100 Data Logger. When the computer detects the RFL100,it is available for ﬁle transfer.3. Copy the ﬁrmware update ﬁle supplied by Vaisala into the \Data\Update folder on theRFL100. Select to overwrite the old ﬁle when prompted by your computer. If the ﬁle is valid, RFL100 begins the update automatically.Do not unplug the cable or turno the RFL100 during the update.4. Monitor the update progress on the display of the RFL100. When the update is done, youwill see the following message on the display: UPD OK5. Disconnect the USB cable and replace the plug over the service port.Chapter 4 – Maintenance33$

5. Troubleshooting5.1 Problem SituationsTable 9 Troubleshooting TableProblem Possible Cause SolutionDisplay shows one or moreerror codes.Various causes. Check meaning of the errorcode(s) and proceedaccordingly. See Error Codes(page 35).You are adding a new RFL100Data Logger to the system butit is not coming up as a NewDevice in viewLincRFL100 is not in range of anAP10 that has installationmode turned on, and capacityto add more data loggers(maximum 32 for each AP10).Turn on installation mode in anAP10 that is within 100 m of thedata logger, and has capacityto add more data loggers.RFL100 is connected to anAP10 that is not connected toviewLinc.Verify the following:• AP10 is connected to thenetwork and has an IPaddress.• AP10 is conﬁgured toconnect to the correctviewLinc Enterprise Server.• viewLinc connection of theAP10 is OK.RFL100 has been previouslyaccepted to a dierentviewLinc system.Press the Release button of theRFL100 and verify that themessage NWK REL appears onscreen. The RFL100 is nowready to join any AP10 that is ininstallation mode.RFL100 has joined an AP10 buthas not been accepted to theviewLinc system. The AP10 isno longer in range, but RFL100cannot change to a dierentaccess point as it is pending tobe accepted to the system.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A34

Problem Possible Cause SolutionRFL100 turns o by itself. Display and LED of the RFL100have been turned o remotelyusing viewLinc EnterpriseServer. All other functions ofthe data logger remain active.You can change the settingfrom the Hosts and Devicestree in viewLinc EnterpriseServer.If you are connecting theRFL100 to a new viewLincMonitoring System and youwant the display and LED backon again, press the Releasebutton of the RFL100 andverify that the message NWK REL appears on screen.Main batteries are empty. Replace the main batteries. SeeChanging RFL100 Batteries(page 32).5.2 Error CodesTable 10 RFL100 Error CodesError Code Cause Recommended ActionErr 100 User parameter bank checksum failure. Turn the data logger o and on again. Ifthe error persists, contact Vaisala.Err 101 Factory parameter bank checksumfailure.Turn the data logger o and on again. Ifthe error persists, contact Vaisala.Err 102 Real-time clock of the data logger haslost accurate time.Restore the wireless connection to anAP10 access point. RFL100 willsynchronize its clock with the time fromthe access point.Err 103 Main battery voltage is critically low.Data logger has stopped radiocommunication to conserve energy butcontinues to record measurement data inthe local memory.Replace main batteries. See ChangingRFL100 Batteries (page 32).Err 104 Incorrect factory conﬁgurationparameters.Turn the data logger o and on again. Ifthe error persists, contact Vaisala.Err 105 Real-time clock hardware error. Turn the data logger o and on again. Ifthe error persists, contact Vaisala.Err 200 Real-time clock battery voltage is low. Replace the clock battery. See ChangingRFL100 Clock Battery (page 32).Chapter 5 – Troubleshooting35

$Error Code Cause Recommended ActionErr 202 Probe communication failure. Check that the probe is connectedproperly.Err 203 Probe error. Can be caused by probeincompatibility, damage, or a wethumidity sensor.Inspect the probe and replace it ifnecessary. If the error has been causedby a wet humidity sensor, wait for it todry out.Err 204 Real-time clock temperaturecompensation problem.1. If error 202 is also active, replace theclock battery. See Changing RFL100Clock Battery (page 32).2. Turn the data logger o and on again.3. If the error persists, contact Vaisala.5.3 Verifying Operation of RFL1001. Open the battery cover of the data logger.2. Move the power switch to the On position.3. Look at the display and verify that: • Battery indicator shows full batteries .• Display shows measurement readings instead of dashes or error codes.If measurement readings are not shown after a few seconds, check that the probe isproperly connected. It is possible to disconnect the probe by pulling on the probe withthe battery cover open. In that case the display will show error code ERR 202.4. Move the power switch to the O position.5. Close the battery cover of the data logger. Push the latch down until you hear a click. Ifthe cover does not close easily, push the probe in and try again.5.4 Downloading Data Using Service Port• Computer with a free USB port and an operating system that supports theMedia Transfer Protocol (MTP). For example, Windowsâ 7 and newer.• USB connection cable (USB 2.0 Type A - Micro-B, Vaisala cable 244961). Youalso can use a generic cable that has all pins connected (not just power).1. Connect the USB cable between your computer and the service port of the RFL100 DataLogger. When the computer detects the RFL100, it is available for ﬁle transfer.2. Navigate to the \Data folder on the RFL100.3. Navigate to the subfolder that corresponds to the timeframe you want. To download alldata, navigate to folder \Data\All.RFL100 User Guide M211861EN-A36$

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