
6.4 Connector/Transmitter Operation
6.4.1 Button Operation
(1.) “PRESS ON/OFF”
The “PRESS ON/OFF” button on the front of your connector/transmitter is used
to turn your unit “ON” or “OFF”
(2.) “PRESS SETUP”
The “PRESS SETUP” button on the front of your connector/transmitter is only
used during the setup and configuration of your unit. See Section 4.1.2 for more
information.
Figure 6-2. Button Operation
6.4.2 Ambient Temperature Readings
The ambient temperature reading displayed on your screen when running the
TC-Central program, is the actual ambient temperature that your connector/
transmitter is being exposed to. This reading is only provided as reference and to
aid you in proper installation of your unit. The ambient temperature reading will
blink and change to RED digits to alert you that your have exceed the maximum
recommended safe operating conditions for your connector/transmitter. You
should not rely on this feature as sole protection. Additional protection should
be taken by you “the user” to protect your unit from extreme conditions.
Operating your connector/transmitter outside the specified ambient conditions listed
in Section 9 of this manual may cause your unit to malfunction and stop working
correctly.
6.4.3 Indicator Lights
①
Transmit (TX) Green Indicator Light
The green indicator light marked “TX” on the front of the connector/transmitter
will blink every time the unit sends data to the receiving unit. Example; If you
selected a 5 sec sample rate the green TX led will blink one time every 5 seconds.
②
Low Battery (Low Bat) Red Indicator Light
The red indicator light marked “Low Bat” on the front of the connector/
transmitter will blink when the battery voltage reaches a level at or below the
power level required for normal operation. When this indicator turns on it’s time
to install a fresh battery in your unit. For procedures on how to change your
battery see Section 4.5. For information on battery life see Section 6.11.
(See diagram on next page)
NOTE:
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System Operation
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TX
WIRELESS THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTOR
TC
–
+
MWTC
LOW
BATT
PRESS
SETUP
PRESS
I / O
TYPE
SETUP BUTTON
ON/OFF BUTTON