Dickson VFC320 Web Manual Download Page 3

Rev. 10/07

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Operating Instructions

MIN/MAX:

Display Min/Max: 

Pressing this button will start the Min/Max display cycle.

Clearing Min/Max Values: 

To clear the stored min and max values, hold the MIN/MAX and ALARM 

buttons down together until “clr” appears on the display. The min and max values now displayed will 
be those recorded after the min and max were cleared.

Note: DicksonWare™ will show the minimum and maximum values of the entire downloaded data set. These 
could be different than those displayed on the unit itself since, the unit displays continuous readings while 
the unit logs samples taken every 5 minutes for the alarm delay time.

ALARM:

Silencing Alarm: 

Pressing this button will silence the alarm. 

Disabling Alarm: 

Holding this button 

down for 5 seconds will clear the ALRN condition. If the unit is still in alarm condition the alarm will 
display and sound again.

Note: Alarm minimum and maximum parameters can only be set in DicksonWare™. Refer to the 
DicksonWare™ software manual.

SAVE:

Saving to Flash Memory Card: 

When using the Flash Memory Card pressing the SAVE button 

will download stored data from the logger to the memory card.  STORE will appear on the display 
momentarily and the counter will start counting down from 100. 

Do not remove the memory card 

until STORE is no longer displayed and the unit is displaying current readings.

Note: Leaving the memory card installed in the logger will reduce battery life by 50%. If you notice “Err” on 
the display, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.

Hardware

Display: 

These loggers have a continuous display than cannot be disabled. The display will toggle 

between temperature readings for channel 1 and channel 2. The display will read PROB if the 
thermocouple(s) is not connected.
In the lower right hand corner of the display, “1C”, “2C’ or “1F”, “2F” identifies which channel 
temperature reading is displayed.  The “K” on the left of the display window identifies the type of 
probe being used “k-thermocouple probe”.

120V AC Adapter with 10 ft cable: 

Once the vaccine data logger is positioned on the outside of 

the refrigerator or freezer, plug the adapter into the logger and into the electrical power source. The 10 
ft cable extension allows additional length based on individual need.

Battery Replacement: 

This unit has an average battery life of 6 months and requires 4AA batteries. 

The AC adapter is recommended for most applications. To replace the batteries, remove the battery 
door on the back of the unit using a Phillips screwdriver. Insert the 4AA batteries and replace the 
battery door

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Installing a Flash Memory Card Reader: 

Follow the instructions included with the flash card 

reader. Additional information and trouble shooting information on the card reader can be found at 
that manufacturers website. 

Flash Memory Card: 

With the use of the optional Flash Memory Card and reader, you can store 100 

Full Data Loggers. This eliminates the need to physically remove your loggers from their application for 
uninterrupted monitoring. 

The Flash Memory Card has been formatted at Dickson in order to work with DicksonWare

 

software. Please contact Technical Support if you wish to format your own card. 


Summary of Contents for VFC320

Page 1: ...Software Specifications Warranty Factory Service Returns Calibrations Product Specifications Accessories Operating Instructions Getting Started Getting Started DicksonWare Software DicksonWare Softwa...

Page 2: ...H Sensor Type N A N A RH Accuracy N A N A Storage Capacity 32 000 div x 2 32 000 div x 2 Resolution 0 1 0 1 Response Time 63 1 minute 1 minute Accessories for current pricing go to www dicksondata com...

Page 3: ...installed in the logger will reduce battery life by 50 If you notice Err on the display please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual Hardware Display These loggers have a continuous disp...

Page 4: ...lect USB or Serial depending on the type of download cable Click CONTINUE A setup window pops up with five tabs The Identification tab is chosen All fields should be automatically filled in The Model...

Page 5: ...creen This feature should be used sparingly as it causes the battery to drain very quickly unless using optional AC adapter Customize Graphed Data DicksonWare calculates Min Max and Average of all dat...

Page 6: ...is full In Wrap mode the Logger will begin to overwrite the oldest data in its memory 1 2 3 4 5 6 Specifications Compatible With Microsoft Windows 95 98 2000 NT XP PC Requirements PC with 386 MHz or...

Page 7: ...ge of the power of a PC and software Store the data as you would store any document on your PC Retrieve archived data as easily as opening a file on your PC Share the data as you would any PC file ema...

Page 8: ...to misuse or neglect Factory Service Returns Contact the factory 630 543 3747 for a Return Authorization RA Number before returning any instrument The model number serial number and a purchase order...

Page 9: ...mperature Points Documentation of one customer specified point Should be selected in addition to one of the above calibration options Why should I recalibrate my instrumentation Over time dirt dust an...

Page 10: ...ct Specifications Accessories Operating Instructions Getting Started Getting Started DicksonWare Software DicksonWare Software FAQ FAQ Troubleshooting Warranty Factory Service Returns Calibrations DIC...

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