Helmer Legacy i.Series User manual

i.C³® User Guide

For i.Series®Ultra-Low Freezers

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Legacy i.Series

iUF116

iUF118

iUF124

iUF126

i.Series

iUF118-GX

iUF126-GX

Document History

Revision Date CO Supersession Revision Description

A18 APR 2014* 9275 n/a Initial release.

B 12 DEC 2014* 10128 B supersedes A Correct product changes made prior to initial product launch.

C 7 FEB 2017 12601 C supersedes B Reformat content for ease of use. Updated and added content to display features,

system settings, and data transfer as required by software platform changes.

D 15 NOV 2018 14035 D supersedes C Updated screenshots and Application Icons table to show the addition of the CSV and

PDF download buttons. Added PDF Download section and details regarding enhanced

Mute Duration option. (Changes/additions reect software updates included in

DP Version 12.48.)

E 6 FEB 2024 26928 E supersedes D Updated cover to reect the addition of the ULT-GX models. Added notes to identify

models without RS-232 port.

* Date submitted or change order review. Actual release date may vary.

Document Updates

This document is furnished for information use only, is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment

by Helmer Scientic. Helmer Scientic assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the

informational content contained in this material. For the purpose of clarity, Helmer Scientic considers only the most recent revision of

this document to be valid.

Support Informaon

Operation and Service Manuals provide additional product information. Manuals are available at www.helmerinc.com.

Noces and Disclaimers

The i.C³® User Guide provides information about use of the i.C³ as it pertains to Helmer Ultra-low freezers. Refer to the product

operation or service manual for general information. Refer to the product service manual for additional information about the equipment

on which the i.C³ is installed.

Helmer, Inc. Helmer, Inc., doing business as (DBA) Helmer Scientic and Helmer.

Condenal / Proprietary Noces

Use of any portion(s) of this document to copy, translate, disassemble or decompile, or create or attempt to create by reverse

engineering or otherwise replicate the information from Helmer Scientic products is expressly prohibited.

The i.C3® utilizes open source components. For a list of the specic open source programs, their associated licenses and copies of the

applicable program in source code format, please contact Helmer Scientic at 14400 Bergen Blvd, Noblesville, Indiana 46060 USA;

phone 317.773.9073; email [email protected].

Disclaimer

This manual is intended as a guide to provide the operator with necessary instructions on the proper use and maintenance of certain

Helmer Scientic products.

Any failure to follow the instructions as described could result in impaired product function, injury to the operator or others, or void

applicable product warranties. Helmer Scientic accepts no responsibility for liability resulting from improper use or maintenance of its

products.

The screenshots and component images appearing in this guide are provided for illustrative purposes only, and may vary slightly from

the actual software screens and/or product components.

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Contents

1 About this User Guide ................................................................................ 4

Safety Precautions and Symbols .........................................................................4

2 Overview ...........................................................................................5

Features............................................................................................5

Using the Touchscreen.................................................................................6

Care of the i.C3Screen.................................................................................6

3 Initial Setup.........................................................................................7

Start Screen .........................................................................................7

Language Conguration................................................................................8

Settings Conguration .................................................................................8

4 Home Screen Basics .................................................................................9

Home Screen Layout ..................................................................................9

Home Screen Icons and Indicators .......................................................................9

5 i.C3Applications....................................................................................10

Using i.C3Applications ................................................................................10

6 Min/Max Temperature Monitoring......................................................................12

7 Temperature Graph .................................................................................13

Event Data .........................................................................................13

Viewable with the 1-Day Time Span......................................................................14

8 Information Logs ...................................................................................15

Event Log ..........................................................................................15

Event Log Detail Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Access Control Log ..................................................................................18

9 Data Transfer ......................................................................................19

Downloading Temperature, Access Logs, and Event Data to CSV ..............................................19

Uploading Firmware Updates...........................................................................22

10 Customizing the i.C3Screen ..........................................................................24

Brightness Setting ...................................................................................24

Home Page Screensaver..............................................................................24

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11 i.C3Settings .......................................................................................25

Password Protection of the i.C3Settings Screen ............................................................25

Temperature Setpoint .................................................................................26

Device Control Settings ...............................................................................26

Alarm Settings ......................................................................................27

Users and Passwords ................................................................................28

Sound Settings......................................................................................29

Display Settings .....................................................................................30

Device Status and History .............................................................................31

Sensor Calibration ...................................................................................33

Date/Time..........................................................................................33

Auxiliary Systems....................................................................................34

Restore Factory Settings ..............................................................................34

System Functions....................................................................................34

Test Functionality ....................................................................................35

12 Access Control.....................................................................................36

Access Control Setup.................................................................................36

Access Control Screen................................................................................37

Access Control as the Home Screen .....................................................................38

13 Icon Transfer.......................................................................................39

Appendix A - Icon Reference Guide........................................................................40

Common Buttons ....................................................................................40

Application Icons ....................................................................................41

Appendix B - i.C3Reference Guide ........................................................................42

General Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Alarm Settings ......................................................................................44

Event Log Codes ....................................................................................46

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1 About this User Guide

This User Guide provides information on how to operate the i.C3 interface as it relates to the Helmer Ultra-Low freezer. Refer to the

product operation or service manual for general information.

Safety Precautions and Symbols

The following symbols are used in the user guide to emphasize certain details for the user.

Task Indicates procedures which need to be followed.

Note Provides useful information regarding a procedure or operating technique when using Helmer Scientic products.

NOTICE Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage to equipment;

person injury is unlikely.

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2 Overview

NOTICE

• To avoid injury, before using the i.C3User Information Center, read all instructions in the associated product

operation manual.

• To avoid damage to the i.C3unit, read all instructions provided in this user guide.

Features

The i.C3® consists of an intuitive user interface and icon-driven touchscreen. The touchscreen is contained within the

instrument bezel, as are additional features.

Touchscreen

The interface to the i.C3system.

USB Port

Connect a ash memory device to download temperature data or upload rmware.

Ethernet/RJ45 Connection (Not shown)

Allows the system to provide and receive data or commands to and from external devices.

Audio Speaker

Provides an audible signal when alarm conditions are met. Also provides audible signal when screen icons and buttons

are touched.

Touchscreen

Audio Speaker

(boom of bezel)

USB Port

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Using the Touchscreen

The touchscreen and touch techniques make the i.C3easy to use. Icons, status indicators,and navigation buttons let the

user see and respond to i.C3system conditions and events.

Note

Anything that touches the screen is understood as a command. Do not let anything touch the screen unintentionally.

Touch Techniques

Touch-select Touch once to select an item.

Touch-drag To move an item, touch-hold to select the item and drag it to a new location. Use a deliberate

touch-drag motion (without lifting)

Touch-scroll To scroll, slide nger slowly across the screen (horizontal or vertical). Stop before lifting. For

more control while scrolling, keep your nger in contact with the screen.

Touch-hold To accelerate, touch-hold to select the item. Continue to hold the item for accelerated scrolling.

Icons, Indicators, and Buttons

For a complete list of all icons and indicators, see the Icon Reference Guide at the end of this user guide.

Application icons serve as navigation buttons to the associated application screen.

Status indicators alert the user to a change of status.

Navigation buttons return the display the previous screen or the Home screen.

Care of the i.C3Screen

NOTICE

The i.C3screen uses a sensitive touch technology.

• To avoid damage to the touchscreen, do not apply pressure on the front of the display bezel or around the screen borders.

• To preserve optimal touch sensitivity, keep the screen clean of foreign objects. Avoid excessive dust accumulation on

the screen.

• Do not expose the i.C3 screen to liquids or a harsh environment that contains excessive dust, heat or humidity.

• Clean the i.C3screen with a clean, dry cotton cloth.

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3 Initial Setup

The Calibration screen is displayed when the i.C3 is rst powered on. Using a soft pointing tool (such as the eraser end of a pencil),

touch the screen at each crosshair.

Notes

• The Calibration screen is not displayed on subsequent power on events.

• Refer to the instructions included with the calibration le for details on calibrating the i.C3screen.

Start Screen

The Start screen is displayed when the i.C3 is powered on. The i.C3 will take approximately three minutes to power up.

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Language Conguration

The Language screen is displayed when the i.C3 is powered on. Use the Language screen to select the i.C3display language.

Choose language

1. Touch the Language button. The language drop-down list is displayed.

2. Touch the language to be displayed. The selected language is displayed in the Language button.

3. Touch to conrm language selection, or to cancel.

4. Touch the Home icon to continue to the Home screen.

Note

English is the default language.

Settings Conguration

Basic conguration parameters have been set for the i.C3 at the factory. If factory default settings need to be adjusted refer

to i.C3Settings.

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4 Home Screen Basics

Note

To temporarily silence active alarms, touch the Mute icon in the top right corner of the screen.

Home Screen Layout

The i.C3Home screen is comprised of three information areas:

Information header - The dark blue horizontal band across the top of the Home screen. This header is displayed on all i.C3

screens. From left to right it includes: the Event Log icon, Screen ID, Unit ID, Date/Time, Battery indicator (displayed only during

AC power loss), and Mute icon.

Display zone - The middle band of the screen which includes information indicators and messages. From left to right, they are:

Status display; Alarm Conditions indicator and Alarm Conditions message; Primary Monitor Probe display; Min/Max Temperature

Display; and Ambient Temperature display (if enabled).

Notes

• Primary Monitor Probe (formerly Chamber Temperature probe) refers to the monitoring probe.

• Ambient Temp refers to the temperature of the environment where the freezer is located.

• Min/Max temperature display shows the highest and lowest Primary Monitor probe temperature occurrence within a given

period of time.

• DP Version 12.48 and later will display the PDF Download icon. Prior versions will display the Download icon.

Application icons - Icons located at the bottom of the screen which include ve factory-preset application icons. From left to

right the preset icons are: i.C3 Applications (APPS), Settings, Temperature Graph, Information Logs, and PDF Downloads. These

icons can be changed or rearranged through the Icon Transfer feature. For more information refer to Icon Transfer.

Notes

• After two minutes of no interaction, the Temperature Graph screensaver is displayed (if enabled).

• Additional applications are available on the i.C3APPS screen.

Home Screen Icons and Indicators

Touch the Event Log icon to navigate to

the Event Log screen.

Touch the Mute icon to temporarily

silence alarm sound.

Look for the New Event indicator (red

asterisk).

Touch the Reset icon to reset the Min/

Max display. Time since last reset will be

displayed.

Screen ID

Unit ID

Event Log Icon-Indicator

Display Zone

i.C³ Applicaons

Primary Monitor Probe

Informaon Header

Ambient Temperature

Alarm Condion Indicator

Alarm Condion Message

Min/Max Temperature Display

Min/Max Reset

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