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Chapter 2
Setting-Up
Supplying Power to the Q-T
RAK
The Q-T
RAK
IAQ Monitor must be powered in one of two ways: four size
AA batteries or the supplied AC Adapter.
Installing the Batteries
Insert four size AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the
inside of the battery compartment. TSI ships the Q-T
RAK
with alkaline
batteries. NiCd rechargeable batteries may also be used.
Using the AC Adapter
The AC Adapter allows you to power the Q-T
RAK
from an AC wall
outlet. When using the AC adapter, the batteries (if installed) will be
bypassed. The AC adapter is not a battery charger and will not charge
NiCd batteries.
The Q-T
RAK
has an internal, non-user accessible battery that is used to
keep memory intact when power is turned off. Changing the AA-size
batteries or disconnecting the AC adapter will not cause data to be lost.
This battery is designed to last for years. TSI will install a new battery,
if necessary, when the unit is returned to the factory for service.
Instrument Setup
The Q-T
RAK
comes with special software called T
RAK
P
RO
, which is
designed to provide you with maximum flexibility and power when using
the Q-T
RAK
. The following sections describe how to install the software and
setup the computer.
Setting-up T
RAK
P
RO
Data Analysis Software
T
RAK
P
RO
software contains a very comprehensive Help Function. This
utility provides all the necessary information to guide you in all aspects
of software operation.
Connecting the Q-T
RAK
to a Computer
Each Q-T
RAK
comes equipped with an RS-232 cable and a 25-pin to
9-pin serial cable adapter. One end of the cable is a 25-pin D
subminiature connector labeled COMPUTER; the other end is an RJ-45
modular connector that mates with the logging instrument. Serial port
connectors always have pins (male) on the computer side.
