ELPRO-BUCHS AG

Langaeulistrasse 45

9470 Buchs SG

Switzerland

1. Safety Instructions

Intended Use

All electrical devices produced by ELPRO are intended for commercial use („business to business“).

Environmental Conditions

Battery

Do not remove or exchange battery. Material safety data sheet according to provisions of directive 91/155/EEC and shipping information are available from ELPRO. Do not subject the batteries to mechanical stress nor dismantle them. The leaking battery fluid is highly corrosive and can generate severe heat when it comes into contact with moisture or it can ignite fire.

Safe Use

Ordinary people may install and operate the device without further safeguards.

Radio Equipment

This equipment emits radiated power: LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66 maximum power: 23 dBm

2. Quick Start

1. Visit the elproCLOUD login, tipe in your credentials or register a new account.

2. Click on “Add Sensor” and tipe/scan the logger ID. Set the configuration you want the data logger to work with by clicking through steps 1-5.

3. Once you have finished the configuration, press the Start button for 3s. LIBERO G will operate in the set configuration and is ready for use.

4. Place LIBERO G in your application and monitor the captured data in elproCLOUD.

5. Upon arrival at the destination, the recipient can simply scan the QR code on LIBERO G to read the loggers data.

6. Detailed and video supported instructions for the configuration of LIBERO G in the elproCLOUD and further information can be found on the ELPRO online knowledge base.

3. System Overview

The LIBERO Gx realtime data logger family described in this document are used for temperature monitoring. The measured values are transmitted via the cellular network to a monitoring software (ELPRO Cloud) which stores and analyzes the data, provides alerts if alarm limits are violated, and generates reports. The system provides superior visibility and transparency in meeting GxP requirements. The sensor-based monitoring software is easily accessible via a web browser and is also used to configure the devices.

The following pages cover the key functionality of the Wireless data logger (LIBERO GS/GL/GF/GE/GF ext/GH) For more detailed software support, please visit our online knowledge base:

https://www.elpro.cloud/support/elpro-cloud

3.1 LIBERO Gx Series

LIBERO GS	LIBERO GF	LIBERO GL	LIBERO GE	LIBERO GF ext	LIBERO GH
Wireless realtime data logger, cellular data transmission (LTE-M / NB-IoT). Data logger has a comprehensive display and offers an internal memory of 16’000 measurement values.
Single-use Transport Monitoring 0°C … +70°C	Multi-use Transport Monitoring -35°C … +70°C	Multi-use Transport Monitoring 0°C … +70°C	Multi-use Transport Monitoring for Container, Dry-ice, Cryo 0°C … +70°C (with internal sensor) -200°C … +200°C (with probe)	Multi-use Transport Monitoring for Container, Dry-ice, Cryo -35°C … +70°C (with internal sensor) -200°C … +200°C (with probe)	Multi-use Transport Monitoring 0°C … +70°C / 0 to 100% RH
internal temperature sensor	internal temperature sensor	internal temperature sensor	internal temperature sensor and a connector for 1 external temperature probe	internal temperature sensor and a connector for 1 external temperature probe	internal temperature / humidity sensor

For technical specifications: please go to http://www.elpro.com/liberog

 4. Functionality and Modes

Unless otherwise noted, the following information applies to all LIBERO Gx models.

After configuration of the data logger, measured values for temperature and relative humidity (LIBERO GH only) are recorded, stored and evaluated in regards to the defined alarm criteria. The display shows the current mode.

4.1 Elements

4.1.1 Generic elements

4.1.2 Device-specific elements

Logger type	Element
LIBERO GE LIBERO GF ext	M8 connector for Pt100 probe Compare chapter 6.2 - External Pt100 Probes for LIBERO GE & LIBERO GF ext for available probes
LIBERO GS	Peel-off label containing device ID including barcode
LIBERO GH	Combined temperature / humidity sensor

4.2 Display

4.3 States

LIBERO Gx devices are mainly used to monitor temperature-sensitive products throughout the entire supply chain. The device offers various configuration options. The device states are visualized below and further described in subsequent chapters. The workflow options may vary depending from configuration and device type (e.g. single use).

Shelflife

When delivered, the device is in SHELFLIFE state.

·         In this state, the device is not transmitting and the display is switched off.

·         By pressing the Info button (shortly), the battery level as well as the Start before Date / Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds, the device will activate communication

Configuration

In the CONFIG mode, the device connects immediately to elproCLOUD to retrieve the configuration. The display shows CONFIG.

·         When entering this state, the device communicates in a higher frequency for the first 30 minutes

·         After the receipt of the configuration, the device enters START mode immediately

·         By pressing the Info button the Start before Date / Expiry Date is visible

Start

When the display shows START, the device is configured properly and can be started according to the chosen start option.

·         By pressing the Info button the Profile information / configured info field / Start before Date / Expiry Date is visible

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device starts logging (TRANSIT or DELAY). The RUN icon on the display indicates a successful start.

The Start/Stop button is inactive for 2 minutes after start

To reconfigure a device, delete the sensor in the cloud and reset the device

Delay

Depending on the activation mode, the device will enter into DELAY or TRANSIT.

·         The display indicates the DELAY mode by showing DELAY.

if DELAY mode “press button to activate alarm limits” is configured, the display shows DELAY

if DELAY mode “time delay” is configured, the display shows the remaining time

·         By pressing the Info button the actual measurement value / configured info field are visible

Transit

In TRANSIT, the alarm limits are activated (if configured). The Alarm on/off icon appears (Alarm on).

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device enters ARRIVED mode. The RUN icon on the display disappears.

Ensure to pack the device as such that the start / stop button is not pressed accidentally

·         By pressing the Info button the second measurement value (for LIBERO GH/GE) / configured info field are visible

Pause

When the alarm limits are deactivated, the device will enter PAUSE mode. The Alarming on/off icon changes to Alarming off. The device remains logging and transmitting.

·         By pressing the Info button the second measurement value (for LIBERO GH/GE) / configured info field are visible

Arrived

After terminating the TRANSIT mode, the device will enter ARRIVED mode. The RUN icon on the display disappears. The device will still log and communicate (interval 2 hours) for 72 hours or until stopped.

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button, the device enters STOP mode.

·         By pressing the Info button the measurement values / configured info field / Expiry Date are visible

Stop

In STOP mode, the device will not log any measurement data. The device first communicates at a faster interval (3 minutes) for 20 minutes to upload remaining buffered data, and then communicates at a reduced interval (12 hours) for 24 hours.

·         By pressing the Info button the configured info field / Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing the Menu button, the following menu options are available (select by pressing Menu button):

Sleep

After stop, the device is in SLEEP mode.

·         In this state, the device is not transmitting and the display is switched off.

·         By pressing the Info button (shortly), the battery level as well as the Expiry Date are visible

·         By pressing the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds, the device will activate communication and enter STOP mode.

4.3.1 Communication Behaviour

4.4 Menu

The LIBERO G family feature a menu to operate the device:

·         To enter the menu, press the Info/Menu button for at least three seconds

·         To switch between the menu options, press the Info/Menu button shortly

·         To select a menu item, press the Info/Menu button for at least three seconds. To confirm, a selected menu item blinks once.

o   the menu item FCT.RESET hast to be confirmed by pressing the Info button again shortly

·         to leave the menu:

o   wait for 5 seconds

o   press the Start/Stop button

o   select the last menu item EXIT

All menu items and its availability are described in the table below (now menu available in SHELFLIFE / SLEEP mode)

5 Further insructions

The ELPRO Online knowledge base provides up-to-date help for the installation and commissioning of LIBERO Gx. Furthermore, a FAQ and video-supported entries provide support for the daily use of the devices.

https://www.elpro.com/en/support/libero-g

5.1 Pairing procedure

5.2 Start before Date & Expiry Date

The Start before Date indicates the latest possible start of the device. The date (MMM/yyyy) is visible on the device label or via the display (before first device start)

• Device cannot be started afterwards (for Multi use devices: only applicable to initial start)

The Expiry Date indicates the end of the runtime of the device. The date (MMM/yyyy) is visible via the display (> Menu) or in the Cloud. The runtime is calculated from the initial start date.

• Device stops automatically (logging and communication)

6. Accessories

6.1 Bracket

ELPRO offers an optional bracket BRA_LIBERO Gx, part number 802375, for mounting of data loggers if required, i.e. to containers for cryogenic applications.The bracket is made of solid ABS plastic to protect the data logger but not influence the communication. It consists of an upper and a lower part. The LIBERO is inserted into the lower holder from above.

1	Various mounting options ·         360° screwing ·         Adhesive tape ·         Cable strap
2	Cable wire mouth
3	Transparent cover allows to read display
4	A button slot to operate the device
5	The A snapping mechanism to close the cover
6	Secure fixation for the LIBERO Gx
7	Possibility to lock the cover

6.2 External Pt100 Probes for LIBERO GE

LIBERO GE can be used for different applications, depending on the sensor element. ELPRO offers standard probes for three main applications:

·         Cryogenic shipments and storage

·         Dry ice shipments and storage

·         Freezer (-25 °C..-15°C, typical) / fridge (+2 °C..+8 °C) / ambient (+15 °C..+25 °C) shipments and storage

To ensure correct measurement values, do only use external sensor elements provided by ELPRO

 

6.2.1 Cryogenic shipments and storage

For cryogenic applications the LIBERO GE is usually mounted directly to the container or the container lid, using the optionally available bracket with the sensor leading into the tank. ELPRO offers an easy, turnkey service for mounting the assembly and calibration.

ELPRO offers three Pt100 standard probes for cryogenic applications with M8 connector in different lengths:

Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_ST300D3_SIL0.05_M8 802287
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Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, M8 connector to connect to LIBERO CE/GE, bendable once at room temperature (do not kink). typical application = CRYO
Probe material	Stainless steel
Probe lenght	30cm
Probe diameter	3mm
Temperature range of probe	-200 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class A	n.a.
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +200°C
Cable material	Silicone (black)
Cable lenght	0.05m
Cable diameter	4mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -60°C … +90°C
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Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_ST350D3_SIL_0.05_M8 802288
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Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, M8 connector to for LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, bendable once at room temperature (do not kink). typical application = CRYO
Probe material	Stainless steel
Probe lenght	35cm
Probe diameter	3mm
Temperature range of probe	-200 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class A	n.a.
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +200°C
Cable material	Silicone (black)
Cable lenght	0.05m
Cable diameter	4mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -60°C … +90°C
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Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_ST50D3.2_PTFE1_M8 802340
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Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, with M8 connector for LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, waterproof, tipical application = CRYO
Probe material	Stainless steel
Probe lenght	5cm
Probe diameter	3.2mm
Temperature range of probe	-200 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class A	-200 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class B	n.a.
Cable material	PTFE (white)
Cable lenght	1m
Cable diameter	3mm
Temperature range of cable	-200 °C … +200 °C
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6.2.2 Dry ice shipments and storage

Also in dry ice applications, the LIBERO GE is usually attached to the outside of the container using the optionally available bracket and the sensor leads into the tank. ELPRO offers an easy, turnkey service for mounting the assembly and calibration.

For this application, ELPRO offers two standard probes with a probe length of 10 cm and Teflon cable in different lengths:

Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_ST100D4_PTFE1_M8 802284
Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, with M8 connector to connect to LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, tipical application = Dry Ice
Probe material	Stainless steel
Probe lenght	10cm
Probe diameter	4mm
Temperature range of probe	-90 °C ... +250 °C
-Temperature range Class A	-30 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +200 °C
Cable material	PTFE (white)
Cable lenght	1m
Cable diameter	3.5mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -90°C … +70°C
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Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_ST100D4_PTFE2.65_M8 802285
Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, with M8 connector to connect to LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, tipical application = Dry Ice
Probe material	Stainless steel
Probe lenght	10cm
Probe diameter	4mm
Temperature range of probe	-90 °C ... +250 °C
-Temperature range Class A	-30 °C … +200 °C
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +200 °C
Cable material	PTFE (white)
Cable lenght	2.65m
Cable diameter	3.5mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -90°C … +70°C
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6.2.3 Freezer, fridge, ambient shipments and storage

For temperature monitoring of freezers, refrigerators or rooms, ELPRO offers two waterproof silicon Pt100 probes with different cable lengths as standard articles:

Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_P20D5_PLA1_M8 802290
Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, with M8 connector to connect to LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, waterproof, tipical application = Freezer, fridge or ambient shipments and storage
Probe material	Silicone
Probe lenght	2cm
Probe diameter	5mm
Temperature range of probe	-50 °C ... +105 °C
-Temperature range Class A	-30 °C … +105 °C
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +105 °C
Cable material	Silicone (black)
Cable lenght	1m
Cable diameter	4mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -60°C … +90°C
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Designation Article Number	PRO_PT100_P20D5_PLA2.65_M8 802291
Description	Pt100 4-wire probe, with M8 connector to connect to LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext, waterproof, tipical application = Freezer, fridge or ambient shipments and storage
Probe material	Silicone
Probe lenght	2cm
Probe diameter	5mm
Temperature range of probe	-50 °C ... +105 °C
-Temperature range Class A	-30 °C … +105 °C
-Temperature range Class B	-50 °C … +105 °C
Cable material	Silicone (black)
Cable lenght	2.65m
Cable diameter	4mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -60°C … +90°C
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6.3 Extension of sensor cables

An extension cable with two M8 connectors at a length of 1m is also available to attach the data logger and the probe.

 ATTENTION:

Total cable length (including sensor and cable tail on the data logger) must not exceed 3 m!

If longer cables are needed for your application, please contact our Customer Success Team!

Designation Article Number	ECA_PLA_1M_M8 802282
Description	Extension cable 1 m for LIBERO CE / LIBERO GE / LIBERO GF ext. M8 connector at both ends (male / female), PVC, -60 °C ...+90 °C.
Cable material	PVC (black)
Cable lenght	1m
Cable diameter	3.5mm
Temperature range of cable	bendable in the range between -60°C … +90°C

6.3 M8 Connector incl. mounting service

ELPRO offers a mounting service, adding an M8 connector to a Pt100 temperature sensor in order to use any 4-wire Pt100 probe in combination with LIBERO CE/GE/GF ext

Designation Article Number	CTR_M8_SER 802289
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7. ERROR codes & actions

Message	Description	Recommended actions
N.C.	No connected probe. Logger cannot receive temperature values.	Connect a probe to the M8 connector.
Config Error	The configuration has not arrived at the device.	Make sure that the logger has enough signal (minimum 1 bar) and try again.
NO CONF	Device has no valid configuration	Make sure the correct ID is entered in the elproCLOUD. Make sure that the logger has enough signal (minimum 1 bar) and PULL.CONFIG again.
REJECTED	configuration could not be received (wrong ID, pairing request expired)	Make sure the correct ID is entered in the elproCLOUD. Make sure that the logger has enough signal (minimum 1 bar) and PULL.CONFIG again.
FATAL ERROR		Create an ELPRO Support Ticket Support & Knowledge Base | Create Support Ticket (elpro.com)
ERROR 35		Create an ELPRO Support Ticket Support & Knowledge Base | Create Support Ticket (elpro.com)

Fur further Information and FAQ’s, visit our ELPRO Support Website LIBERO G - Support & Knowledge Base (elpro.com).

8. Disposal

9. Declaration of Conformity

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9.1 EU Declaration

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9.2 FCC/ISED Regulatory notices

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9.3 UKCA Conformity

ELPRO-BUCHS AG Langäulistrasse 45

9470 Buchs

SWITZERLAND

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