How do I set up my AZ INSTRUMENT 7710 PM2.5 Monitor for data logging?

[LeDamian]

Setting up the data logging feature on your AZ INSTRUMENT 7710 PM2.5 Monitor is straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Powering Up the Device:

   • Connect the device to a power source using the USB-C cable. This can be a PC, a 5VDC wall adapter, or a power bank.
   • Allow a warm-up period of 10 seconds after turning it on.
   • The monitor will begin measuring PM2.5, CO2 concentration, ambient temperature, and relative humidity after warming up.
   • For optimal data logging, allow the device to run for at least 30 minutes before starting the logging function.

2. Configuring Data Logging:

   • Connect the device to a Windows computer via the USB port. No special software installation is required as it's plug-and-play.
   • The computer should recognize the monitor as a CD-ROM, prompting you to configure it. If not, find the "PDF Logger" in your file management.
   • Open the "Logger configuration tool" by double-clicking it.
   • The configuration tool supports multiple languages for ease of use. You can adjust the:
     • Sampling rate (from 1 minute to 2 hours).
     • Start delay time (from 0 minutes to 12 hours).
     • Logger ID (a 4-digit number for unique identification).
   • Save your settings, ensuring they synchronize with your PC's time zone.
   • Disconnect the monitor from your computer and place it in the desired location for air quality monitoring.

3. Starting Data Logging:

   • Press and hold the “Start” key to activate logging. The “REC” LED will blink, showing logging is active.
   • If you set a start delay, the “REC” LED will stay on during this delay before it starts blinking.
   • To stop recording before the memory is full, hold the “STOP” key until the “REC” LED turns off.
   • The device can store up to 12000 records. When the memory is full, the display will show a “FULL” icon.

4. Downloading Data:

   • Connect the device to your computer to retrieve the logged data.
   • In the configuration tool, click "Data Download" and select where to save the data.
   • The downloaded data is saved as a CSV file, which you can open and analyze using Windows Excel. The report will contain detailed information about the recorded measurements.