Wireless Temperature Link
Set-up
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The Hardware Setup panel changes to show that the
Wireless Temperature Link is connected.
3.
Click or touch the “Hardware Setup” icon in the Tools palette
to close the Hardware Setup window.
Collect Data
1.
In PASCO Capstone, select a display in the main window. In the display, use the <Select Measurement>
menu(s) to set up the desired measurement in the display.
2.
Select Record to begin collecting data.
Using the Sensor
LED Information
The Bluetooth LED (light-emitting diode) and the battery LED operate as follows:
*Logging: PASCO wireless sensors can either stream live data to a compatible device or log data (save it to the
sensor’s memory). The data can then be uploaded to the device for display and analysis at a later time. Logging
capability supports long-term or remote data collection while not connected to the device.
Note:
Latest v
ersions of SPARKvue and PASCO Capstone support logging. Check the PASCO Web page
at:
www.pasco.com/software
for the latest software version.
Calibrating the Wireless Temperature Link
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Calibration is not always necessary, especially if you are measuring a change in temperature rather than
absolute temperature values. However, it is possible to calibrate the sensor. For detailed information, see
Appendix B.
Battery Usage
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The Wireless Temperature Sensor includes a 3 V coin cell battery (CR2032). Battery life is very important to
making the sensor simple and always ready to use, so all of the PASCO wireless products are designed for
long battery life. For example, the sensor turns itself off after a short time of inactivity.
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We expect more than one year of battery life, but the actual amount depends on factors such as the data
collection sampling rate.
Sensor Storage
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If the sensor will be stored for many months, we recommend that you remove the battery to avoid damaging
the sensor in case of a battery leak.
Battery Removal and Replacement
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If the sensor’s battery status LED blinks red, the battery may need to be replaced. Replacing the small,
disk-shaped battery involves removing the Battery Compartment Cover on the bottom of the sensor, removing
Bluetooth LED
Status
Battery LED
Status
Red blink
Ready to pair
Red blink
Low power
Green blink
Connected
Yellow blink
Logging*
