GRAPHTEC WR300 User Manual

WR300
THERMAL ARRAYCORDER
USER’S MANUAL
MANUAL NO. WR300-UM-151

Introduction

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a WR300 Series Thermal Arraycorder. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to use your new product to ensure that you use it correctly and to its full potential.
Notes on Use
Be sure to read all of the following notes before attempting to use the WR300 Series Thermal Arraycorder.
1. Note on the CE Marking
The WR300 Series complies with the EN61326 (1997+A1:1998+A2:2001 Class A) standard based on the EMC directive (89/336/EMC). It also conforms to the EN61010-1 (1993/A2:1995) standard based on the LV directive (72/73/EEC). Although the WR300 Series complies with the above-mentioned standards, be sure to use it correctly in accordance with the instructions and notes provided in its User's Manual. Moreover, use of the WR300 Series by incorrect procedures may result in damage to the WR300 Series or may invalidate its safeguards. Please confirm all of its notes regarding use and other related information to ensure correct use.
2. Warning
This is a Class A product according to the EMC directive. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference or may be affected by radio interference to the extent that proper measurement cannot be performed.
3. Notes for Safe Operation
(1) Be sure to use the Graphtec-supplied AC power cable. In environments where there is a lot of noise or
where the power supply is unstable, we recommend that you ground the WR300 Series.
(2) When a high-voltage signal cable has been connected to the main unit's analog signal input terminal,
avoid touching the leads of the input terminal's signal cable to prevent electrical shock due to high voltage.
(3) Ensure that the WR300 Series power source is positioned so that it can easily be disconnected.
4. Notes on Functions and Performance
(1) Be sure to connect the main unit to an AC or DC power supply that conforms to the rated range.
Connection to a non-rated power supply may cause the main unit to overheat and break down.
(2) Do not block the vent on the main unit.
Continued operation with the vent blocked may cause the main unit to overheat and break down.
(3) To avoid malfunctions and other damage, avoid using the WR300 Series in the following locations.
• Places exposed to high temperature and/or high humidity, such as in direct sunlight or near heating equipment. (Operating range - Temperature: 0 to 40°C, Humidity: 30 to 80% RH)
• Locations subject to excessive salt spray or heavy fumes from corrosive gas or solvents.
•Excessively dusty locations.
• Locations subject to strong vibrations or shock.
• Locations subject to surge voltages and/or electromagnetic interference.
(4) Use the chart paper supplied by Graphtec. The print quality cannot be guaranteed if other paper types
are used.
(5) If the main unit becomes soiled, wipe it off using a soft, dry cloth. Use of organic solvents (such as
thinner or benzene) causes deterioration and discoloration of the outer casing.
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Introduction
(6) In the course of use, the thermal head gradually becomes soiled which will lower the print quality. If this
happens, it is recommended to clean it using the optional B-368 head cleaner kit. If the print quality does not improve even after using the head cleaner, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor.
(7) Do not use the WR300 Series in the vicinity of other devices which are susceptible to electromagnetic
interference.
(8) Measured results may not conform to the stated specifications if the WR300 Series is used in an
environment which is subject to strong electromagnetic interference.
(9) Insofar as possible, position the WR300 Series input signal cables away from any other cables which
are likely to be affected by electromagnetic interference.
(10)For stabilized measurement, allow the WR300 Series to warm up for at least 30 minutes after turning it
on.
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To Ensure Safe and Correct Use

To Ensure Safe and Correct Use
• To ensure safe and correct use of the WR300 Series, read this Manual thoroughly before use.
• After having read this Manual, keep it in a handy location for quick reference as needed.
• Do not permit small children to touch the WR300 Series.
• The following describes important points for safe operation. Please be sure to observe them strictly.

Conventions Used in This Manual

To promote safe and accurate use of the WR300 Series as well as to prevent human injury and property damage, safety precautions provided in this manual are ranked into the five categories described below. Be sure you understand the difference between each of the categories.
DANGER
This category provides information that, if ignored, is highly likely to cause fatal or serious injury to the operator.
WARNING
This category provides information that, if ignored, is likely to cause fatal or serious injury to the operator.
CAUTION
This category provides information that, if ignored, could cause physical damage to the WR300 Series.
HIGH TEMPERATURE
This category provides information that, if ignored, is likely to cause burns or other injury to the operator due to contact with high temperature.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
This category provides information that, if ignored, is likely to expose the operator to electrical shock.

Description of Safety Symbols

The symbol indicates information that requires careful attention (which includes warnings). The point requiring attention is described by an illustration or text within or next to the symbol.
The symbol indicates action that is prohibited. Such prohibited action is described by an illustration or text within or next to the symbol.
The symbol indicates action that must be performed. Such imperative action is described by an illustration or text within or next to the symbol.
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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions
WARNING
Be sure to securely connect the WR300 Series power cord.
• After checking that the Power switch is turned off, connect the power cord's female plug to the WR300 Series and then connect its male plug into the electrical socket.
• Use of the WR300 Series without the power cord securely plugged into the electrical socket may result in electrical shock due to current leakage.
• Before running the WR300 Series using a DC power supply, be sure to ground the protective ground terminal ( fire hazards. For grounding, use a ground wire with a diameter of at least
0.75 mm When using the WR300 Series in an environment where grounding is not possible, ensure that the voltage to be measured is no greater than 50 V (DC or rms).
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) to avoid electrical shock and
If the WR300 Series generates smoke, is too hot, emits a strange odor, or otherwise functions abnormally, turn off its power and unplug its power cord from the electrical socket.
• Use of the WR300 Series in such status may result in a fire hazard or electrical shock.
•After checking that smoke is no longer being generated, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor to request repair.
•Never try to perform repair yourself. Repair work by inexperienced personnel is extremely dangerous.
Securely connect the power cord Make sure that the socket has a good protective ground
Amateur repair prohibited
Before turning on the WR300 Series, ensure that the electric socket's supply voltage conforms to the WR300 Series power rating.
• Use of a different supply voltage may cause damage to the WR300 Series or a fire hazard due to electrical shock or current leakage.
Use of a different supply voltage prohibited
Never disassemble or remodel the WR300 Series.
• Such action may cause a fire hazard due to electric shock or current leakage.
• Contact with a high-voltage component inside the WR300 Series may cause electric shock.
• If repair is required, contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor.
No disassembly
Avoid using the WR300 Series in extremely dusty or humid places.
• Such use may cause a fire hazard due to electrical shock or current leakage.
Use prohibited
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Watch out for electrical shock
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
WARNING
Avoid using the WR300 Series in places where it may be exposed to water such as bathrooms, locations exposed to wind and rain, and so on.
Avoid water
Watch out for electrical shock
Prevent dust or metallic matter from adhering to the power supply connector.
• Adhesion of foreign matter may cause a fire hazard due to electrical shock or current leakage.
No foreign matter
Never use a damaged power cord.
• Use of a damaged cord may result in a fire hazard due to electrical shock.
• If the cord becomes damaged, order a new one to replace it.
Watch out for electrical shock
Unplug the power cord from the socket
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
CAUTION
Do not use or store the WR300 Series in a location exposed to direct sunlight or the direct draft of an air conditioner or heater.
• Such location may impair the WR300 Series performance.
Storage/Use prohibited
Do not place coffee cups or other receptacles containing fluid on the WR300 Series.
• Fluid spilling inside the v may cause a fire hazard due to electrical shock or current leakage.
Avoid fluids
Watch out for electrical shock
Do not use the WR300 Series in a location subject to excessive mechanical vibration or electrical noise.
• Such location may impair the WR300 Series performance.
Use prohibited
To insert or disconnect the power cord or a signal input cable, grasp the power cord's plug or the signal input cable's connector.
• Pulling the cord/cable itself damages the cord/cable, resulting in a fire hazard or electrical shock.
No pulling
If fluid or foreign matters enters inside the WR300 Series, turn off the Power switch and disconnect the power cord from the electrical socket.
• Use in such status may cause a fire hazard due to electrical shock or current leakage.
• Contact your sales representative or nearest Graphtec vendor to request repair.
Unplug the power cord from the socket
Do not input voltage that exceeds the permissible input voltage range that is specified on the WR300 Series label.
• Exceeding the specified voltage input range may cause electrical shock or a fire hazard.
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Use prohibited
Safety Precautions
CAUTION
Do not attempt to lubricate the WR300 Series mechanisms.
•Such action may cause the WR300 Series to break down.
No lubrication
Never clean the WR300 Series using a volatile solvent (such as thinner or benzine).
• Such action may impair the WR300 Series performance.
• Clean off any soiled areas using a soft dry cloth.
No volatile solvents
Safety Precautions
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Contents

CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................i
To Ensure Safe and Correct Use ..................................................................................................................... iii
Conventions Used in This Manual ......................................................................................................... iii
Description of Safety Symbols............................................................................................................... iii
Safety Precautions........................................................................................................................................... iv
1 General Description
1.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Features...................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Operating Environment............................................................................................................. 1-3
Ambient Operating Conditions..................................................................................................... 1-3
Warming-up Before Use .............................................................................................................. 1-3
Configuration When in Use.......................................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Notes on Temperature Measurement....................................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Notes on Using the Monitor...................................................................................................... 1-4
1.6 Changing the Display Language .............................................................................................. 1-4
1.7 Protecting the Thermal Head.................................................................................................... 1-4
2 Checks and Preparation
2.1 Checking the Outer Casing....................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Checking the Accessories ........................................................................................................ 2-2
2.3 WR300/310 Part Names and Functions ................................................................................... 2-3
2.4 Monitor Part Names and Functions ......................................................................................... 2-4
Direct Settings (Selecting the Measurement Parameters) .......................................................... 2-4
2.5 Control Panel Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 2-5
2.6 Amplifier Part Names and Functions....................................................................................... 2-7
V amplifier.................................................................................................................................... 2-7
M amplifier ................................................................................................................................... 2-8
DCB amplifier .............................................................................................................................. 2-9
FV Amplifier ................................................................................................................................. 2-9
Logic amplifier............................................................................................................................ 2-10
2.7 Installing or Removing an Amp...............................................................................................2-11
2.8 The Printer Units and Compatible Chart Paper .................................................................... 2-12
2.9 Loading Chart Paper ............................................................................................................... 2-13
Loading Roll Paper .................................................................................................................... 2-13
Loading Z-fold Paper Internally (Option) ................................................................................... 2-14
Loading Z-Fold Paper in the Long-Length Z-Fold Unit (Option) ................................................ 2-15
Cutting the Chart Paper ............................................................................................................. 2-16
2.10 Inserting and Removing a PCMCIA Card .............................................................................. 2-17
2.11 Connecting the Power Cable and Turning on the Power..................................................... 2-18
Connecting to an AC Power Supply .......................................................................................... 2-18
Connecting to a DC Power Supply ............................................................................................ 2-19
2.12 Connecting to a PC.................................................................................................................. 2-20
Connection Using a LAN Cable................................................................................................. 2-20
Connection Using a USB Cable ................................................................................................ 2-20
2.13 Remote Functions and Connector Pin Assignments........................................................... 2-21
2.14 Assembling the Remote Connector....................................................................................... 2-22
2.15 Using the IRIG Terminals (WR310 only) ................................................................................ 2-23
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3 Recorder Mode
3.1 Recorder Mode Menu Tree Structure....................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Amp Settings.............................................................................................................................. 3-4
Amp Settings ............................................................................................................................... 3-4
Scaling, Lower - SPAN - Upper, Unit ........................................................................................... 3-5
Notes on Logic............................................................................................................................. 3-7
3.3 Memory Settings........................................................................................................................ 3-8
3.4 Trigger Settings ........................................................................................................................3-11
Possible Combinations of Source Settings................................................................................ 3-15
3.5 Record Settings ....................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.6 Data Replay Settings ............................................................................................................... 3-18
3.7 Format Settings ....................................................................................................................... 3-20
3.8 EU Settings............................................................................................................................... 3-22
3.9 Annotation Settings................................................................................................................. 3-24
3.10 Calculation Settings ................................................................................................................ 3-25
3.11 System Settings....................................................................................................................... 3-28
3.12 Option Settings ........................................................................................................................ 3-29
3.13 Customize Settings ................................................................................................................. 3-30
3.14 System Information ................................................................................................................. 3-31
3.15 Recorder Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure ..................................................................... 3-32
3.16 Replay Settings........................................................................................................................ 3-33
3.17 Cursor Settings and Cursor Position .................................................................................... 3-34
3.18 Search Settings ....................................................................................................................... 3-35
3.19 Execute Operations ................................................................................................................. 3-37
3.20 Calculation ............................................................................................................................... 3-39
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4 FFT Mode
4.1 FFT Menu Tree Structure .......................................................................................................... 4-2
4.2 FFT Mode Settings..................................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Record Settings ......................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.4 FFT Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure............................................................................... 4-10
4.5 REPLAY Menu ...........................................................................................................................4-11
5 Application Software
5.1 Procedures from Installation to Measurement ....................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Software System Requirements............................................................................................... 5-3
5.3 Connecting to a PC.................................................................................................................... 5-4
Connection Using a LAN Cable................................................................................................... 5-4
Connection Using a USB Cable .................................................................................................. 5-5
5.4 Installing the Software .............................................................................................................. 5-6
Checking the version of your USB driver (when already installed).............................................. 5-6
Installing the USB driver .............................................................................................................. 5-6
Installing OPS023........................................................................................................................ 5-8
5.5 Setting the IP Address and Device ID...................................................................................... 5-9
5.6 Menu Configuration and System Settings ............................................................................ 5-10
Starting the Software ................................................................................................................. 5-10
Menu Configuration ....................................................................................................................5-11
Measurement Data Save Destination Settings and Other Settings........................................... 5-12
Default Color Settings................................................................................................................ 5-13
OPS023 Transfer Settings......................................................................................................... 5-14
Synchronizing the Date and Time.............................................................................................. 5-15
5.7 Measurement Parameter Setting Procedures ....................................................................... 5-16
Amplifier Settings....................................................................................................................... 5-16
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Trigger Settings ......................................................................................................................... 5-17
Memory Settings........................................................................................................................ 5-18
Span Settings ............................................................................................................................ 5-19
EU Settings................................................................................................................................ 5-19
Format Settings ......................................................................................................................... 5-20
Start/Stop/Monitor/Replay ......................................................................................................... 5-21
Loading and Saving Setup Parameters..................................................................................... 5-21
5.8 Printer Functions ..................................................................................................................... 5-23
5.9 Measurement/Monitoring Procedures and Save/Scroll/Cursor Functions ........................ 5-24
Starting Measurement to Saving Data....................................................................................... 5-24
Saving Measurement Data ........................................................................................................ 5-24
Scrolling Measurement Data ..................................................................................................... 5-24
Cursor Functions ....................................................................................................................... 5-25
Searching and Jumping to Specific Points ................................................................................ 5-25
2-Screen Display ....................................................................................................................... 5-26
5.10 Opening Captured Data Files and Saving WR300-Captured Data to a PC ......................... 5-28
Opening Captured Data Files on a PC ...................................................................................... 5-28
Saving Data Captured in the WR300 to a PC ........................................................................... 5-28
Displaying Data Captured in the WR300 on a PC..................................................................... 5-29
5.11 Converting the Data Format and Saving the Data ................................................................ 5-30
Convert and Save Data ............................................................................................................. 5-30
Batch Conversion ...................................................................................................................... 5-31
5.12 Report Function ....................................................................................................................... 5-33
5.13 Exiting OPS023 ........................................................................................................................ 5-34
6 Specifications
6.1 WR300 Series Model Configuration Chart............................................................................... 6-2
6.2 Basic Specifications.................................................................................................................. 6-3
Main Unit Specifications .............................................................................................................. 6-3
Data Capture Function Specifications ......................................................................................... 6-3
Monitor and Printer Specifications............................................................................................... 6-4
Trigger Specifications .................................................................................................................. 6-5
Software Specifications ............................................................................................................... 6-5
6.3 Plug-in Amplifier Specifications............................................................................................... 6-6
WR3-V Amplifier (for voltage measurement) Specifications........................................................ 6-6
WR3-M Amplifier (for voltage/temperature measurement) Specifications................................... 6-7
WR3-DCB Amplifier (for strain measurement) Specifications ..................................................... 6-8
WR3-FV Amplifier (for frequency measurement) Specifications ................................................. 6-8
Logic Amplifier (for measurement of logic signals) Specifications............................................... 6-9
IRIG (Time Code) Specifications (WR310 only) .......................................................................... 6-9
6.4 Option Specifications.............................................................................................................. 6-10
12 V DC Drive Specifications .................................................................................................... 6-10
6.5 Options/Accessories/Supplies Charts ...................................................................................6-11
Units ........................................................................................................................................... 6-11
Accessories ................................................................................................................................6-11
Supplies......................................................................................................................................6-11
6.6 External Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 6-12
Index.......................................................................................................................................................... I-1
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CHAPTER 1

General Description

This chapter provides a general description of the WR300/310 and its features.
1.1 Overview
1.2 Features
1.3 Operating Environment
1.4 Notes on Temperature Measurement
1.5 Notes on Using the Monitor
1.6 Changing the Display Language
1.7 Protecting the Thermal Head
General Description

1.1 Overview

The WR300/310 Thermal Arraycorder is a compact, lightweight recorder that comes with a large-screen color display panel and a large-capacity hard disk (models with a built-in hard disk only). The WR300/310 employs a large-screen color LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) for its display panel and a thermal printhead in its printer unit, enabling high-speed display and high-speed recording. Moreover, use of the PCMCIA card and the large-capacity hard disk* permits direct storage of a large volume of measured data.
* WR310 only

1.2 Features

Input

(1) The adoption of plug-in type amp units lets you choose amps to suit a variety of objects for
measurement.
(2) The recorder is equipped with dedicated keys that enable amp-related settings to be specified using
interactive menu screens.

Display

(1) With the 8.4-inch TFT color liquid crystal display, you can confirm the waveforms of measured data and
each channel's settings at a glance.

Recording

(1) Recording on chart paper, up to a maximum chart speed of 50 mm/second, demonstrates its full power
during realtime waveform recording of high-speed events.
(2) The recording zone for each channel can be separately set, enabling revision of the recording format to
suit individual applications.
Data Capture
(1) Concurrently with recording, a large volume of measured data can be saved at high speed to a PCMCIA
card or large-capacity hard disk*.
(2) Even after saving a large volume of data, use of the Search function lets you easily retrieve the required
portion of the data.
*WR310 only
Data Control & Processing
(1) The software provided lets you set conditions and monitor data on a computer using the USB or TCP/IP
interface. (2) Captured data can be read from the OPS023 software to files and displayed for processing. (3) Data can be transferred off-line to a computer using memory media (PCMCIA cards).
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General Description

1.3 Operating Environment

This section explains the operating environment for the WR300/310.

Ambient Operating Conditions

(1) Ambient temperature and humidity (the WR300/310 must be operated within the following ranges.)
•Temperature range: 0 to 40°C
• Humidity range: 30 to 80% RH
(2) Environment (do not use in the following locations.)
• Locations in direct sunlight or with high humidity, such as near heaters
•Locations exposed to salty air, corrosive gases, or organic solvents
• Dusty locations
• Locations subject to vibration or impact
• Locations subject to voltage surge or electromagnetic interference such as lightning or electric furnaces
(3) Installation category (over-voltage category)
• The WR300/310 conforms to the IEC664 installation category I
CHECKPOINT
If condensation occurs... Condensation occurs in the form of water droplets on the device surfaces and interior when the WR300/310 is moved from a cold to a warm location. Using the WR300/310 with condensation will cause malfunctioning. Wait until the condensation has disappeared before turning on the power.

Warming-up Before Use

The WR300/310 should be allowed to warm up with the power turned on for approximately 30 minutes to ensure that it operates according to the specified performance.

Configuration When in Use

The WR300/310 must always be laid flat when in use.
WR300-8
CAUTION
Do not block the air vent on the WR300/310, as this will cause malfunctioning.
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General Description

1.4 Notes on Temperature Measurement

Please observe the following precautions when using the WR3-M AMP (voltage/temperature amp) to perform temperature measurement.
(1) Do not block the air vents. Always provide a space of at least 30 cm on all sides of the WR300/310. (2) For stabilized temperature measurement, allow the WR300/310 to warm up for at least 30 minutes after
turning it on.
(3) Exposure of the WR3-M AMP's (voltage/temperature amp) input terminals to direct drafts, direct sunlight,
or abrupt changes in temperature may impair the equilibrium of the input parts and result in measurement errors. To measure temperature in such an environment, take appropriate countermeasures such as changing the installation site of the WR300/310.

1.5 Notes on Using the Monitor

The monitor is an LCD display unit, and so the display will vary depending on the operating environment.
CHECKPOINT
If the screen saver function is used, it will operate and clear the screen if no operations are performed during the preset time. If the screen saver operates, press any key to restore the display.
CAUTION
• Condensation may form on the LCD screen if the WR300/310 is moved from a cold to a warm location. If this occurs, wait until the LCD screen warms up to room temperature.
• The LCD screen is manufactured to extremely high precision. Black dots may appear, or red, blue, and green dots may not disappear. Likewise, streaks may appear when viewed from certain angles. These phenomena are due to the LCD screen construction, and are not signs of a fault.

1.6 Changing the Display Language

You can choose English, French, or Japanese as the language displayed on the screen. The default display language is set to English (US) when the WR300/310 is shipped overseas. To change the display language, see the instructions in "Changing the Display Language".

1.7 Protecting the Thermal Head

This recorder is provided with a circuit for protecting the thermal printhead. When the solid-fill area of recording is large, this circuit protects the thermal printhead by lowering the print density so that current above a stipulated level will not flow to the thermal printhead. As soon as the solid-fill area of recording is decreased, the print density automatically resumes its usual level. In the event that the print density fluctuates too often, reduce the solid-fill area of recording by such means as changing the Record Format setting, lowering the print density, and so on.
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CHAPTER 2

Checks and Preparation

This chapter explains how to check the WR300/310's external casing and accessories, and how to prepare the WR300/310 for operation.
2.1 Checking the Outer Casing
2.2 Checking the Accessories
2.3 WR300/310 Part Names and Functions
2.4 Monitor Part Names and Functions
2.5 Control Panel Part Names and Functions
2.6 Amplifier Part Names and Functions
2.7 Installing or Removing an Amp
2.8 The Printer Units and Compatible Chart Paper
2.9 Loading Chart Paper
2.10 Inserting and Removing a PCMCIA Card
2.11 Connecting the Power Cable and Turning on the Power
2.12 Connecting to a PC
2.13 Remote Functions and Connector Pin Assignments
2.14 Assembling the Remote Connector
2.15 Using the IRIG Terminals (WR310 only)
Checks and Preparation

2.1 Checking the Outer Casing

After unpacking, check the WR300/310's outer casing before use. In particular, please check for the following:
• Surface scratches
• Other flaws such as stains or dirt

2.2 Checking the Accessories

After unpacking, check that the following standard accessories are included. The accessories included will differ depending on the model purchased.

Standard Accessories

Thermal paper 1 roll
4ch : PR230(100 mm) 8/16ch : PR231A(200 mm)
Roll paper bobbins 2
REMOTE connector 1
LCD Protector 1
Roll length: 40 m
CD-ROM 1
Contains: User’s Manual, Application Software
QuickStart Guide 2

Additional Accessories

When the DC drive unit is included
DC power cable (RIC-140) 1
10-pin round connector
When the internal Z-fold chart paper unit is included
Z-fold chart paper 1 pack
4ch : PZ230(100 mm) 8/16ch : PZ233(200 mm)
Fuse 2
Slow-blow type 12V unit: 20A
AC cable (RSC-110) 1
When the long-length Z-fold chart paper unit is included
Z-fold chart paper (PZ231A) 1 pack
Chart paper length: 100 m
Long-length pipe 1
Chart paper length: 40 m
Options
Probe set (RIC-10) 4-ch models: 1 of each, 8-ch models: 2 of each, 16-ch models: 4 of each Logic input cable (RIC-07) Alligator-clip cable (RIC-08)
Standard Accessories, Thermal paper (PR231A/PR231A), Roll paper bobbins, REMOTE connector, LCD Protector, CD-ROM, User's Manual, Application Software, QuickStart Guide, AC cable (RSC-
110), Additional Accessories, DC power cable (RIC-140), Fuse, Z-fold chart paper (PZ231A), Long-length pipe, Z-fold chart paper (PZ230/PZ233), Options, Probe set (RIC-10), Logic input cable (RIC-07), Alligator-clip cable (RIC-08), IC-clip cable (RIC-09)
IC-clip cable (RIC-09)
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2.3 WR300/310 Part Names and Functions

This section describes the names and functions of the WR300/310's parts.
(6) Control panel keys
Checks and Preparation
(2) Chart paper unit
(3) PCMCIA slot
(1) Monitor
(7) LAN connector terminal
(5) Logic amp
(8) USB connector terminal
(4) Amplifier mounting section
(9) REMOTE connector terminal
(10) AC power connector
(11) Power switch
(14) Printer open lever
(13) IRIG connector (WR310 only)
(12) GND
(1) Monitor.......................... Displays the setting menus and measurement data.
(2) Chart paper unit............ Holds the roll paper and the Z-fold paper for internal use. If you want to use
long-length (100-m) Z-fold paper, the external long-length Z-fold paper unit is
required.
(3) PCMCIA slot .................. Used for inserting the PCMCIA card.
(4) Amplifier mounting section
.................................. Used for mounting the preamplifiers.
(5) Logic amp ...................... This is the logic amplifier.
(6) Control panel keys......... Used for the main operations, including settings, and starting and stopping
measurement.
(7) LAN connector terminal
.................................. Terminal for LAN connection.
(8) USB connector terminal
.................................. Terminal for USB connection.
(9) REMOTE connector terminal
.................................. Terminal for the Remote interface connector.
(10) AC power connector .... Terminal for connecting the AC power cable.
(11) Power switch................ Switch for turning on the power.
(12) GND............................. Used when a ground connection is required.
(13) IRIG connector (WR310 only)
.................................. Signal input/output terminal for IRIG time codes.
(14) Printer open leve ......... Used to open the printer cover when loading chart paper.
CHECKPOINT
To provide protection for the LCD screen, attach the LCD protector provided as a standard accessory.
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Checks and Preparation

2.4 Monitor Part Names and Functions

(1) Measurement mode display area(11) Channel annotation area
(10) Scale upper limit
(2) Date/time display area (3) Chart speed display area
(4) Simplified message display area
(5) Monitor area
(8) Span display area
(1)
Measurement mode display area
(9) Scale lower limit
.. Displays the measurement mode currently set.
(6) Position display area
(7) Waveform/settings window display area
(2) Date/time display area.................. Displays the current date and time. Moreover, displays IRIG time code
information when IRIG settings have been enabled.
(3) Chart speed display area.............. Displays the chart speed currently set.
(4) Simplified message display area .. Displays the system status.
For example, "Awaiting trigger" is displayed when waiting for a trigger signal.
(5) Monitor area ................................. Displays the input signal values for each channel.
(6) Position display area .................... Displays the input signal positions for each channel.
(7) Waveform/settings window display area
................................................. Displays the measurement signal waveforms. The menu windows are
also displayed when the MENU key is pressed.
(8) Span display area......................... Displays the zone width (span) for the range set.
(9) Scale lower limit............................ Displays the lower limit of the scale set for each channel.
(10) Scale upper limit ......................... Displays the upper limit of the scale set for each channel.
(11) Channel annotation..................... Displays the user annotation set for each channel.

Direct Settings (Selecting the Measurement Parameters)

(1) CH (2) MEAS (3) RANGE (4) FILT
(1) CH keys: Press to select the channel(s) for which measurement conditions can be specified. (2) MEAS. key: Selects the input coupling status for each preamplifier. Each time you press this key, the
input coupling status changes.
(3) RANGE [ ] and [ ] keys: Select the measurement range for each channel. Each time you press a
RANGE key, the measurement range changes.
(4) FILT. key: Selects the filter mode. Each time you press the FILT. key, the filter mode changes.
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2.5 Control Panel Part Names and Functions

Direct Channel Operations
Checks and Preparation
(1)
(4) (3)
MEAS.
RANGE POSITION
(2)
PRINTER
COPY
LIST
FEED
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MODE
CLOSE
CANCEL
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FILT. VERNI.
mm/s mm/m mm/h
REPLAY
CURSOR
ENTER
MENU
MONITOR
EXE.
UNIT
AUTO ZERO
LOCAL
TRIGGER
DISK
START
STOP
(5) (6)
(7)
(1) CH keys ......................... Select the channel number(s) for which measurement conditions can be
specified.
(2) MEAS. key..................... Selects the input coupling status.
(3) RANGE keys ................. The [ ] and [ ] keys select the measurement range.
(4) POSITION keys ............. The [ ] and [ ] keys specify the recording position. The position can also be
specified by using the MENU functions when the relevant menu is displayed.
(5) FILT. key ........................ Selects the filter mode.
(6) VERNI. key .................... Selects the Vernier function.
(7) AUTO ZERO key ........... Automatically moves the recording position to the origin point (cannot be used
for temperature measurement).
Printer Operations
RANGE
MEAS.
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POSITION
FILT.
VERNI.
AUTO ZERO
(2)
PRINTER
(1)
COPY
(3)
LIST
(4)
FEED
(5)
125102050V1V2
MODE
CLOSE
CANCEL
ENTER
(6)
MENU
MONITOR
UNIT
(7) (8)
EXE.
mm/s mm/m mm/h
REPLAY
CURSOR
DISK
LOCAL
TRIGGER
START
STOP
(1) PRINTER key ................ Press this key to initiate recording of measured data.
(2) PRINTER LED............... Lights when recording to chart paper is enabled.
(3) COPY key ...................... Press this key to make a copy of the screen display.
(4) LIST key......................... Press this key to print a list of the currently selected measurement conditions on
chart paper.
(5) FEED key ...................... Press this key to advance the chart paper, without recording measured data.
(6) CHART SPEED keys..... Press one of these keys to set the chart speed to the value indicated on the key.
(7) V1/V2 keys .................... Press V1 or V2 to change the chart speed to the chart speed set for V1 or V2.
(8) Unit key.......................... Use to specify the chart speed as mm/s, mm/min, or mm/hr.
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Detailed Setting Operations

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CH
12345678
RANGE
MEAS.
(1)
PRINTER
(2)
COPY
LIST
(3)
FEED
125102050V1V2
MODE
CLOSE
CANCEL
(11)
ENTER
(12)(12)
POSITION
(4)
(5)
(6)
FILT.
MENU
MONITOR
EXE.
UNIT
mm/s mm/m mm/h
VERNI.
REPLAY
CURSOR
AUTO ZERO
LOCAL
TRIGGER
DISK
START
STOP
(7) (8)
(9) (10)
(1) MODE key ..................... Selects the measurement mode. Each time you press this key, the
measurement mode switches between RECORDER and FFT modes. It is also
used to exit the REPLAY mode.
FFTRECORDER
(2) CLOSE key.................... Closes the setting window.
(3) CANCEL key.................. Cancels the selected setting(s) displayed in each setting window.
(2) + (3) KEY LOCK ............ Hold down the (2) CLOSE key and the (3) CANCEL key simultaneously for at
least three seconds to enable key lock status. To cancel key lock status, hold
down the same keys again for at least three seconds.
(4) MENU key ..................... Switches through the setting windows.
(5) MONITOR key ............... Displays the settings for each channel on the monitor.
(6) EXE. key........................ Press this key when "Press EXE." is indicated as a selection in a setting mode.
(7) REPLAY key .................. Replays the captured data.
(8) LOCAL key .................... Press this key to switch from online status to offline status.
(9) TRIGGER key................ When the trigger mode is set to MANUAL, press this key to activate the trigger
and initiate measurement.
(10) CURSOR key .............. Used for data analysis when REPLAY data is displayed.
(11) ENTER key ..................
Press this key when "Press ENTER" is indicated as a selection in a setting mode.
(12) Direction keys .............. These keys move the cursor on the screen in the direction indicated. For fast
cursor movement, use the [ ] and [ ] keys.
Measurement Status Operations
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12345678
ENTER
POSITION
FILT.
MENU
MONITOR
EXE.
UNIT
mm/s mm/m mm/h
VERNI.
REPLAY
CURSOR
AUTO ZERO
LOCAL
TRIGGER
DISK
START
STOP
(3) (2)
(1)
MEAS.
PRINTER
COPY
LIST
FEED
125102050V1V2
RANGE
MODE
CLOSE
CANCEL
(1) START/STOP key.......... Press this key to start measurement or to stop measurement when
measurement is in progress.
(2) START LED ................... Lights when measurement is initiated.
(3) DISK LED ...................... Lights when the media is accessed.
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2.6 Amplifier Part Names and Functions

This section describes the various amplifiers that can be installed in the WR300/310, with details of the signal input cable connections. The following five different amplifier types are available.
• V amplifier: for voltage measurement (WR3-V AMP)
• M amplifier: for voltage and temperature measurement (WR3-M AMP)
• DCB amplifier: for strain measurement (WR3-DCB AMP)
• FV amplifier: for frequency measurement (WR3-FV AMP)
• Logic amplifier: for logic measurement

V amplifier

This section describes the V amplifier and how to connect the input signal cable. The V amplifier is used for voltage measurement.
Low-potential input terminal
High- potential input terminal
V
33VACrms
(70Vp-p max.)
High- potential input terminal
Low-potential input terminal
CAT I
200Vp-p max. Ranges Up to 2V: 30Vp-p max.
Signal source
Signal source
High- potential input terminal ........ Terminal for connecting the high- potential input signal
Low- potential input terminal ......... Terminal for connecting the low- potential input signal
Item Description
Input format Independent unbalanced input for each channel Measurement range 50 mV to 200 V FS Max sampling interval 1 µs Frequency response DC coupling: DC to 200 kHz
AC coupling: 10 Hz to 200 kHz
Permissible input voltage [Between +/– terminals] 5 V to 200 V range: 200 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
50 mV to 2 V range: 30 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
[Between input and GND terminals] 33 V AC rms
CHECKPOINT
• When measuring, connect the WR300/310 GND terminal to the signal source GND terminal. Noise will occur at the input terminal if the GND terminals are not connected.
• Do not connect the cables with high voltage present (more than 42.4 Vp-p). There is a risk of electric shock or short circuit if accidentally touched.
• Do not alter the adjustment knobs next to the V amplifier input terminals.
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M amplifier

This section describes the M amplifier and how to connect the input signal cable. The M amplifier is used for voltage and temperature measurement.
High-potential input signal High-potential input signal
Low- potential input signal
Low- potential input signal
M
33VACrms
(70Vp-p max.)
* When using signals from thermocouples, clamp the bared wires securely.
500Vp-p max. Ranges Up to 1V: 100Vp-p max.
CAT I
Signal source
Signal source
High- potential terminal ....... Terminal for connecting the high- potential input signal
Low- potential terminal........ Terminal for connecting the low- potential input signal
Item Description
Input format Independent unbalanced input for each channel Measurement range Voltage: 20 mV to 500 V FS
Temperature: K, J, T, R, E, B Max sampling interval 10 µs Frequency response DC coupling: DC to 20 kHz
AC coupling: 10 Hz to 20 kHz Permissible input voltage [Between +/– terminals] 5 V to 500 V range : 500 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
20 mV to 1 V range: 100 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
[Between input and GND terminals] 33 V AC rms
CHECKPOINT
• When measuring, connect the WR300/310 GND terminal to the signal source GND terminal. Noise will occur at the input terminal if the GND terminals are not connected.
• Do not connect the cables with high voltage present (more than 42.4 Vp-p). There is a risk of electric shock or short circuit if accidentally touched.
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DCB amplifier

This section describes the DCB amplifier and how to connect the input signal cables. The DCB amplifier is used for strain measurement.
Input terminals
DCB CAT II
Signal source
A: Bridge voltage (+) B: Input signal (–) C: Bridge voltage (–)
E
D: Input signal (+) E: Shield * F: Not used
10VACrms
(30Vp-p max.)
DC OUT
AF
A
F
B
E
10Vp-p
C
D
max.
G
B
CD
G: Not used
* The shield is connected to the circuitry's reference potential, and is insulated from the GND level.
Input terminal ...................... The input terminal connector is a Tajimi PRC03-23A10-7F (receptacle). The
corresponding plug (PRC03-12A10-7M10.5) should be connected to this.
Item Description
Input format Independent balanced input for each channel (NDIS strain input connector) Measurement range Voltage: 1,000 to 20,000 x –6 strain FS (1/2/5 steps) Max permissible input Differential input 10 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
In-phase voltage 10 V AC rms
A/D Sampling interval: 10 µs
Resolution: 16-bit (out of which 14 are internally acknowledged)
Frequency band DC to 20 kHz (+1/–3 dB)

FV Amplifier

This section describes the FV amplifier and how to connect the input signal cables. The FV amplifier is used for frequency measurement.
Low-potential input terminal
High- potential input terminal
FV
30VACrms
(60VDC max.)
High- potential input terminal ... Terminal for connecting the high- potential input signal
Low- potential input terminal .... Terminal for connecting the low- potential input signal
Item Description
Input format Independent unbalanced input for each channel (floating system) (BNC terminals) Measurement range 200 Hz to 40 kHz FS (1/2/4/5 steps) Max permissible input Between +/– terminals 60 V DC (DC + ACp-p)
Between floating terminals 30 V AC rms
A/D Sampling interval: 4 µs (250 kHz)
Resolution: 12-bit (out of which 10 are internally acknowledged)
Minimum pulse width 2.5 µs
High- potential input terminal
Low-potential input terminal
CAT II
30VACrms
(60VDC max.)
Signal source
Signal source
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Logic amplifier

This section describes the logic amplifier and how to connect the input signal cables. The logic amplifier is used for logic measurement.
Group C terminal
Group D terminal
DCBA
LOGIC +25V
Group B terminal
Group A terminal
max.
Group A terminal ................. Terminal for inputting logic signals via channels A1 to A4.
Group B terminal................. Terminal for inputting logic signals via channels B1 to B4.
Group C terminal................. Terminal for inputting logic signals via channels C1 to C4.
Group D terminal................. Terminal for inputting logic signals via channels D1 to D4.
Item Description
No. of channels 8 (4 channels per terminal x 2) Input voltage range 0 to +25 V max (single wire ground input) Max sampling interval 1 µs Threshold level TTL (+1.4 V), CMOS (+2.5 V), Contact (+5.0 V)
(1) Connect the round connector on the RIC-07 logic cable to the A to D signal input terminals on the logic
input amplifier. Connect the other end to the RIC-08 alligator clip cable or RIC-09 IC clip cable depending on the measuring point configuration.
Affix so that mark "G" is
aligned with the black lead
1
RIC-07
A
RIC-08 or 09
Brown
2
Red
3
Orange
4
Yellow
G
Black
Affix mark "A" to "D" to match the amplifier channel group number.
(2) Perform connections to the measurement points of the RIC-08 alligator-clip cable or RIC-09 IC-clip cable
as indicated in the table below.
Terminal color
Red Brown 1
Black Black Common
Cable color Channel
Red 2
Orange 3
Yellow 4
CHECKPOINT
To remove the RIC-07 logic input cable, RIC-08 alligator-clip cable, or RIC-09 IC-clip cable after finishing measurement, insert a blade screwdriver into the connector as shown below to unlatch the cable.
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2.7 Installing or Removing an Amp

This section explains the procedures for installing or removing an analog amp. To remove an amp, perform the installation procedure in reverse. Moreover, when pulling out an amp, be sure to grasp the amp panel to pull the amp out and off.
CAUTION
• Always turn off the recorder before installing or removing an amp.
• Whenever handling an amp, pay due attention to avoid static electricity and so on.
(1) Remove the setscrews that secure the analog amp slot's cover and then remove the cover.
(2) Select an amp suitable for the type of measurements to be performed and insert it in the slot by aligning
the amp's guide with the main unit guide.
Main unit guide
Amp guide
(3) Secure the amp in place by tightening the setscrews.
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2.8 The Printer Units and Compatible Chart Paper

8-ch/16-ch models (WR300/310)
Width: 200 mm
Printer unit
PR231A PR230
4-ch model (WR300)
Width: 100 mm
Roll paper (40-m length)
PZ233 PZ230
Z-fold paper
Chart paper
(20-m length, option)
*Z-fold paper unit required
PZ231A
(100-m length, option)
Long-length Z-fold paper
*Long-length Z-fold paper unit required
*Z-fold paper unit required
Printer unit, Chart paper, Roll paper, Z-fold paper, Long-length Z-fold paper, PR231A, PR230, PZ233, PZ230, PZ231A
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Checks and Preparation

2.9 Loading Chart Paper

CHECKPOINT
• The thermally sensitive surface of the chart paper is the outer surface for roll paper, and the inner surface for Z-fold paper. Data will not be recorded if the paper is loaded in reverse.
The last meter of the chart paper is marked with a red line to indicate that the end of the chart paper is near. In addition, the remaining length of the chart paper is printed in meter units, at 10-cm intervals, along the edge of the chart paper.

Loading Roll Paper

(1) Lower the printer open lever and open the printer cover. Insert the roll paper bobbins into both sides of
the roll paper's core.
100-mm width Roll Paper: PR230 200-mm width Roll Paper: PR231A
Bobbins
(2) Load the roll in the recorder.
WR300-8/WR300-16 WR310-8/WR310-16
200-mm width
WR300-4 100-mm width
High Temperature
Right after recording, the thermal head may be very hot and cause burns or other injuries if accidentally touched. Before replacing the chart paper, allow the thermal head to adequately cool down.
CAUTION
When loading the chart paper, take care not to damage the thermal head. Recording will not be performed correctly if the thermal head is damaged.
(3) Pull the leading edge of the paper out of the printer cover's paper outlet, and then close the printer cover
firmly.
WR300-8/WR300-16 WR310-8/WR310-16
200-mm width
WR300-4 100-mm width
(4) Press the FEED key to feed the paper approximately 10 cm, and make sure that there is no slack in the
paper before starting measurement.
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Checks and Preparation

Loading Z-fold Paper Internally (Option)

(1) Lower the printer open lever and open the printer cover.
(2) Pull the paper's leading edge out of the chart paper outlet of the internal Z-fold unit.
PZ233: 200-mm width Z-fold paper
B-524: 100-mm width internal Z-fold paper unit for WR300-4
B-523: 200-mm width internal Z-fold paper unit for WR300-8, WR300-16, WR310-8, WR310-16
for WR300-8, WR300-16, WR310-8, WR310-16 PZ230: 100-mm width Z-fold paper for WR300-4
CAUTION
• When using an internal Z-fold unit, use PZ230 or PZ233 Z-fold paper.
• Recording cannot be performed unless the chart paper's thermal-sensitive surface contacts the thermal head. Be sure to load the chart paper correctly.
(3) Mount the Z-fold paper unit in the recorder. At this time, make sure that there is sufficient paper to
extend past the printer cover.
High Temperature
Right after recording, the thermal head may be very hot and cause burns or other injuries if accidentally touched. Before replacing the chart paper, allow the thermal head to adequately cool down.
CAUTION
When loading the chart paper, take care not to damage the thermal head. Recording will not be performed correctly if the thermal head is damaged.
(4) Pull the leading edge of the paper out of the printer cover's paper outlet, and then close the printer cover
firmly.
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Checks and Preparation

Loading Z-Fold Paper in the Long-Length Z-Fold Unit (Option)

(1) Mount the main unit onto the long-length Z-fold unit. As shown below, fit the main unit's rubber feet into
the round openings on the top surface of the long-length Z-fold unit.
B-522: 200-mm width long-length Z-fold unit for WR300-8, WR300-16, WR310-8, WR310-16
(2) Load the chart paper in the long-length Z-fold unit tray and then insert the tray into the long-length Z-fold
unit. At this time, do not insert the tray fully Leave part of the tray outside of the unit.
Pass through here
200-mm width Z-Fold Paper: PZ231A
Long-length Z-fold unit tray
(3) Lower the printer open lever, open the printer cover, insert the leading edge of the Z-fold paper in into
the space below the main unit's printer cover, and then pull it out as shown.
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(4) Assemble the guide shaft by attaching a bobbin to each end of the long-length pipe provided as shown
below. Pass the paper over the guide shaft. Pull the leading edge of the paper out of the printer cover's paper outlet, and then close the printer cover firmly.
Bobbin
Long-length pipe
High Temperature
Right after recording, the thermal head may be very hot and cause burns or other injuries if accidentally touched. Before replacing the chart paper, allow the thermal head to adequately cool down.
CAUTION
When loading the chart paper, take care not to damage the thermal head. Recording will not be performed correctly if the thermal head is damaged.
(5) In the Customize Settings window, select "Use" for 100m Z-fold Chart Unit" (see Section 3.13).

Cutting the Chart Paper

To cut off a length of chart paper, hold the leading edge so that it faces the control panel, and then pull it in the direction shown by the arrow so that it passes along the edge of the cutter.
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2.10 Inserting and Removing a PCMCIA Card

This section describes how to insert a PCMCIA card.
CAUTION
• Adequate precautions against static electricity must be taken when handling PCMCIA cards.
• Do not remove a PCMCIA card during a data capture operation, as this may damage the card.
Inserting a PCMCIA Card
Insert the PCMCIA card into the slot as far as it will go.
Checks and Preparation
Removing a PCMCIA Card
Press the eject button next to the PCMCIA card slot so that the button protrudes. Press it once more to eject the PCMCIA card.
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Checks and Preparation
2.11
This section describes how to connect the power cable and turn on the power. The connection method will vary depending on the type of power supply used.

Connecting the Power Cable and Turning on the Power

Connecting to an AC Power Supply

(1) Insert the AC cable's female plug into the recorder's AC connector, and then insert the male plug into an
electrical socket.
(2) To operate the recorder on the AC power supply, turn on the main unit's AC POWER switch.
CHECKPOINT
• Be sure to connect the GND terminal while referring to the "Safety Precautions" at the front of this manual. It must also be connected when connecting an external device so that both the recorder and that device will share the same GND level.
• The WR300/310 is designed to switch automatically between 100 VAC and 200 VAC power supplies. Make sure that the power cable you use has the correct rating.
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Connecting to a DC Power Supply

Use the DC power cable supplied with the recorder when connecting the WR300/310 to a DC power supply. Connect the red, orange, yellow, brown, and green leads of the RIC-140 DC power cable to the + terminal of the external DC power supply, connect the black, gray, white, navy blue and sky blue leads to the - terminal of the external DC power supply, and connect the black and white lead to the GND terminal of the external DC power supply. There are five leads each for connection to the + and - terminals, so be sure to connect all the leads.
Red, orange, yellow, brown, and green leads
DC power cable
Black, gray, white, navy blue, and sky blue leads Shielded lead (black & white)
GND .................................... Use this lead when a common GND level with other devices is required.
+
: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
8
1
76
910
2
3
5
4
DC power cable External DC power supply (+12V)
GND
DC-LINE DC-POWER DC-FUSE
DC-LINE.............................. This is the DC power supply cable connector.
DC-POWER ........................ This is the DC power switch.
DC-FUSE ............................ This is the fuse for the DC power supply.
(1) Connect the DC power cable's output end to the WR300/310's DC-LINE power supply connector.
RIC-140
(2) Connect the DC cable's input end to the DC power supply. (3) When the recorder's DC-POWER switch is turned on, power is supplied.
CAUTION
Make sure that the DC-POWER switch is in the off status before connecting the recorder to a power supply.
CHECKPOINT
Because a maximum current level of 20 A or more may flow through the cable in some cases, use of a DC power cable that has a small diameter or is longer than 1.5 meters may result in overheating which is extremely dangerous. When connecting the recorder to an external power supply, be sure to use the DC power cable provided.
• Before running the recorder using a DC power supply, be sure to ground the protective ground terminal ( ) to avoid electrical shock and fire hazards. For grounding, use a ground wire of at least 0.75 mm2. When using the recorder in an environment where grounding is not possible, ensure that the voltage to be measured is no greater than 50 V (DC or rms).
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2.12 Connecting to a PC

The WR300 can be connected to a PC via a LAN cable or a USB cable.

Connection Using a LAN Cable

Use the LAN cable to connect the WR300 to a PC.
LAN cable

Connection Using a USB Cable

Use the USB cable to connect the WR300 to a PC.
USB cable
CHECKPOINT
If the USB cable is used, the USB driver must be installed in your PC. Please refer to Section 5.4, "Installing the Software" for the installation procedure.
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2.13 Remote Functions and Connector Pin Assignments

This section describes the remote functions and connector pin assignments. Using the remote functions enables the to recorder to be operated remotely via electrical signals supplied externally. The control signals used are the CMOS type 0V (low-level) and -5V (high-level) signals.
Connector pin numbers
Recorder mounting side
Cable connection side
Pin 8
Pin 16
45
Pin functions
Pin 1
A B
Pin 9
Pin functions
Terminal No. Name Function Remarks
1START/STOP Measurement START/STOP
(Level operation) L level: Measurement starts
H level: Measurement stops Pulse width: At least I s Repeat cycle: At least 1 s
2START/STOP Measurement START/STOP
(Edge operation) Measurement starts and stops repeatedly whenever the L level is reached.
Pulse width: At least I s Repeat cycle: At least 1 s Input: CMOS type
3 EXT. FEED Chart feed (0/+5V)
Amount fed per pulse: 0.03125 mm Max. high frequency: 660 pps (20 mm/s)
4 EXT. TRIGGER Trigger activation
A trigger is activation whenever the L level is reached. L level pulse width: At least 10 ms
5 EXT. SAMPLE Data capture cycle
Data is captured whenever the L level is reached. Pulse width: At least 500 ns Repeat cycle: At least 10 µs
6 TRIGGER Output Trigger output
A CMOS type "L" pulse signal is output whenever a trigger is activation. Output pulse: At least 10 ms
16 AC Line Fail AC power supply error output
The following signal is output whenever a switch is made from AC power to Output: CMOS type DC power. (0/+5V) When the power is DC: L
9-12 GND GND Line
14, 15
Output: CMOS type (0/+5V)
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2.14 Assembling the Remote Connector

This section describes the assembly procedure for the remote connector. The signal cables are connected to the connector pins.
Assembly diagram
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2.15 Using the IRIG Terminals (WR310 only)

The IRIG function supports two time codes (IRIG-B, IRIG-E), and enables recording of the time codes input.
IRIG
TIME CODE
IN
(1)
OUT
(3)
MOD
(2)
DEMOD
(1) TIME CODE IN .............. This is the IRIG signal input terminal.
(2) MOD/DEMOD Switch .... This enables switching between the IRIG AC/DC signals (Modulated/
Demodulated) MOD: AC carrier input signals DEMOD: TTL level signals
(3) TIME CODE OUT .......... Output is performed via this terminal when the signals are demodulated (TTL
signals)
When a time code has been received correctly, an asterisk mark [*] is displayed on the screen and the time the code was input is printed. If a time code error occurred, the asterisk mark [*] is not displayed and the recorder's internal clock time is printed.
Example of printing (system annotation printing and screen display)
2004-04-01 * 00:00:01
Time printing
Time code receipt status
Date printing
CHECKPOINT
The date printed is the date specified in the recorder settings. The IRIG settings are made in the Option Settings window (see Section 3.12).
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CHAPTER 3

Recorder Mode

This chapter describes the Recorder Mode.
3.1 Recorder Mode Menu Tree Structure
3.2 Amp Settings
3.3 Memory Settings
3.4 Trigger Settings
3.5 Record Settings
3.6 Data Replay Settings
3.7 Format Settings
3.8 EU Settings
3.9 Annotation Settings
3.10 Calculation Settings
3.11 System Settings
3.12 Option Settings
3.13 Customize Settings
3.14 System Information
3.15 Recorder Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure
3.16 Replay Settings
3.17 Cursor Settings and Cursor Position
3.18 Search Settings
3.19 Execute Operations
3.20 Calculation
Recorder Mode

3.1 Recorder Mode Menu Tree Structure

Menu Item Details
1. Amp Settings AMP The installed amps are displayed 3.2 Input Range Filter Misc. Zero point adjustment, Auto balance,
Other
Scaling The Scaling status (including the
units is displayed) Lower-SPAN-Upper Unit Logic Threshold
2. Memory Settings Common Settings Capture Destination 3.3 Sampling Interval Time Scale Program Block
Data Memory Settings Block Size
Memory
Capture Block Auto Save Common Settings Sampling Interval
Disk
Data Disk Settings File Name
3. Trigger Settings Common Settings Function 3.4
Start Condition Source
Stop Condition Source
4. Record Settings Record Settings Function 3.5
Print Record Settings Scale Print
5. Data Replay Replay Source Settings Replay Source 3.6
Settings Replay Block
Data Save Conditions Sampling Interval The data capture sampling interval is
Memory
Replay View Settings Replay CH
Data Save Replay Source Settings Replay Source
Data Save Conditions Sampling Interval The data capture sampling interval is
Disk
Replay View Settings Replay CH
Capture Time The time is displayed Memory Chain Calculation Processing
Time Scale
Time Gate Action
Pre-trigger
Chart Speed V1 Setting V2 Setting
Direct
Waveform Display Mode Channel ID Function Output Mode Waveform Display Mode
Memory
Channel ID
List Print
displayed Time Scale The time scale axis unit is displayed No. of Data The number of data points is displayed
Output Ratio
File Name
displayed Time Scale The time scale axis unit is displayed No. of Data The number of data points is displayed
Output Ratio
Section
3-2
Recorder Mode
Menu Item Details
6. Format Settings Format Settings Grid 3.7 Envelope Priority Display
• Priority CH
Zone Settings Zone Preset
• Zone
• Color
• Width
• Trace
Logic Zone Group A
Group B 8-, 16-ch only Group C 16-ch only Group D 16-ch only
7. EU Settings* Function 3.8
Lower- EU –Upper Unit When the setting is 4-point Meas. value (upper/lower)
EU value (upper/lower) Dec pt Unit Select Choose Span
When the setting is Offset Meas. value (upper/lower)
EU value (upper/lower) Unit Select Choose Span
8. Annotation Settings* Common Settings Print Interval 3.9 Length Flying Annotation
Title Annotation CH Annotation
9. Calculation Settings Calculation Statistical Calculation 3.10 Arithmetical Calculation FFT Calculation
10. System Settings Settings Save Current Settings 3.11 Load Settings From Disk Return to Default Settings
Disk Operation File List
File Copy File Rename File Delete Disk Initialize
11. Option Settings Option Settings Screen Saver 3.12 Background Color Power On Start Printer Date/Time
New Line Code Device ID IRIG TCP/IP Settings IP Address
Subnet Mask Port Number
12 Customize Settings Customize Settings Language 3.13
100m Z-fold Chart Unit Echo Back Trigger Level Setting DCB AMP Calibration Mode Room Temp. Compensation Execute Settings
13.System Information FPGA 3.14
Firmware Network
Section
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Recorder Mode

3.2 Amp Settings

(1)
(2) (3) (4) (5) (6)
(7) (8)

Amp Settings

(9) (10)
(1) CH ............................ Indicates the channel number.
(2) AMP.......................... Displays the type of amplifier installed
V : WR3-V (Voltage) amp M : WR3-M (Multi-input) amp DCB :WR3-DCB (DC strain) amp FV : WR3-FV (Frequency-to-voltage conversion) amp
(3) Input.......................... Selects the input coupling status. The available settings vary with the type of amp
installed.
Available Settings: WR3-V amp
Off : No signal input is accepted. AC : Used for measuring an alternating-current component of signal input that
also contains a direct-current component. DC : Used for measuring direct-current voltage. GND : Measures the 0-V line instead of measuring changes in the signal input. CAL : Generates a calibration voltage that is 1/2 full scale of the currently
selected range instead of measuring the input voltage.
Available Settings: WR3-M amp
Off : No signal input is accepted. AC : Used for measuring an alternating-current component of signal input that
also contains a direct-current component. DC : Used for measuring direct-current voltage. TEMP : Used for measuring temperature. GND : Measures the 0-V line instead of measuring changes in the signal input. CAL : Generates a calibration voltage that is 1/2 full scale of the currently
selected range instead of measuring the input voltage.
Available Settings: WR3-DCB amp
Off : Select this setting if you do not wish to perform measurement. DC : Select DC to measure the strain sensor's output voltage in DC coupling
status. ZERO : Select ZERO to check the zero-point position CAL+ : Select CAL+ to check the "+1/2 full-scale" position of the measurement
range. CAL– : Select CAL+ to check the "–1/2 full-scale" position of the measurement
range.
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Available Settings: WR3-FV amp
Off : No signal input is accepted DC : The FV amp regards 0 V as the threshold value for distinguishing between
High and Low signals. OC : The FV amp regards 2.5 V as the threshold value for distinguishing
between High and Low signals.
(4) Range ....................... Specifies the range of signal input to be measured. The available settings vary with
the type of amp installed and the INPUT setting. Please refer to Appendix A for the available ranges for each amp type.
TIP
When the AUTO setting is selected, the measurement range is automatically selected to suit the signal input. The selected range is determined by the input voltage level at the time the AUTO setting is selected.
(5) Filter.......................... Selects the filter status.
TIP
• Use the Line filter setting to cut off noise (50/60 Hz) from the power line when such noise is affecting the signal input.
The other filters are low-pass filters. The setting of each lowpass filter is -3dB (typical).
(6) Misc. ......................... Additional settings may be required according to the type of amp installed. Specify
the additional settings as necessary.
WR3-V amp, WR3-M amp, WR3-FV amp
Zero point auto adjustment, zero point adjustment reset, zero point voltage value
WR3-DCB amp
Auto balance, rated output, setting of calibration values

Scaling, Lower - SPAN - Upper, Unit

These items are not available in FFT mode.
(7) Scaling...................... Displays the setting status of this function in the EU Settings window.
CHECKPOINT
The scaling function cannot be turned on or off using this setting. Scaling on/off functions and other scaling settings should be set using the EU Settings window.
(8) Lower - SPAN - Upper Unit
............................. Set the span of signals to be measured within the currently selected measurement
range. The table below lists the standard SPAN values that can be specified. When setting SPAN values, be sure to set the Upper SPAN value so that it is greater than the Lower SPAN value. When the ENTER key is pressed while this parameter is selected by the cursor, the following window appears.
(a) (b) (e) (c) (d)
Span Settings Upper: +250.0 [ +250.0 ]
Lower: —250.0 [ —250.0] Unit: [ V ] [ V ] Reverse: Off
(f) (g)
[Enter]select/[Exec]register
(a) Input the Upper-limit SPAN value here. When the Scaling setting is On, this
SPAN setting is also scaled.
(b) Input the Lower-limit SPAN value here. When the Scaling setting is On, this
SPAN setting is also scaled.
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(c) Displays the original Upper SPAN value prior to scaling, if the Scaling setting is
On. If the Scaling setting is Off, the same value as (1) is displayed here.
(d) Displays the original Lower SPAN value prior to scaling, if the Scaling setting is
On. If the Scaling setting is Off, the same value as (2) is displayed here.
(e) Displays the unit of the selected Range (display only; the setting cannot be
changed).
(f) Displays the original prior to scaling (display only; the setting cannot be
changed).
(g) Displays the Upper and Lower SPAN values in reverse.

Available SPAN Settings

Voltage ranges: WR3-V and WR3-M amps
Maximum SPAN Minimum SPAN
Range [mV] [V] [mV] [V]
Lower to Upper SPAN Lower to Upper SPAN
1–-1.1000 to +1.1000 100 mV 2–-2.2000 to +2.2000 200 mV 5–-5.500 to +5.500 500 mV
10 -11.000 to +11.000 1 V 20 -22.000 to +22.000 -22.000 to +22.000 2 mV 2 V
50 -55.000 to +55.000 -55.00 to +55.00 5 mV 5 V 100 -110.00to +110.00 -110.00to +110.00 10 mV 10 V 200 -220.00 to +220.00 -220.00 to +220.00 20 mV 20 V 500 -550.00 to +550.00 -550.0 to +550.0 50 mV 50 V
Note: The 500-V range is available for the WR3-M amp only.
Upper SPAN minus Lower SPAN
Temperature ranges: WR3-M amp
Range
K -200.0 to +1300.0 50°C
J -200.0 to +1100.0 50°C T -200.0 to +400.0 50°C R 0.0 to +1600.0 50°C E -200.0 to +800.0 50°C B 600.0 to +1700.0 50°C
Maximum SPAN Minimum SPAN
Lower to Upper SPAN
Upper SPAN minus Lower SPAN
Strain ranges: WR3-DCB amp
Range
1 mε -1.1000 to +1.1000 0.1 mε 2 mε -2.2000 to +2.2000 0.2 mε
5 mε -5.500 to +5.500 0.5 mε 10 mε -11.000 to +11.000 1 mε 20 mε -22.000 to +22.000 2 mε
Note: m =1000
µ
Maximum SPAN Minimum SPAN
Lower to Upper SPAN
ε
is shown.
Upper SPAN minus Lower SPAN
Frequency ranges: WR3-FV amp
Range
200 Hz -220.00 to +220.00 20 Hz 400 Hz -440.0 to +440.0 40 Hz 500 Hz -550.0 to +550.0 50 Hz
1 kHz -1.1000 to +1.1000 100 Hz 2 kHz -2.2000 to +2.2000 200Hz 4 kHz -4.400 to +4.400 400 Hz
5 kHz -5.500 to +5.500 500 Hz 10 kHz -11.000 to +11.000 1 kHz 20 kHz -22.000 to +22.000 2 kHz 40 kHz -44.00 to +44.00 4 kHz
Maximum SPAN Minimum SPAN
Lower to Upper SPAN
Upper SPAN minus Lower SPAN
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CHECKPOINT
The span can be physically set to anywhere between -270.0°C to +2000°C regardless of the temperature range that has been set. However, the actual span that can be used for each range is shown in the above table.

Notes on Logic

(9) Logic ......................... Can only be set when the logic amplifier is installed. Sets the logic amplifier to
"Enable" (used) or "Disable" (not used).
CHECKPOINT
Logic signals can only be displayed and printed when this setting is enabled and the "Logic zone" setting is "On" in the Format Settings window.
(10) Threshold................ Can only be set when the logic amplifier is installed. Sets the logic signal High/Low
level threshold values. +1.4 V (TTL) : High level only when a logic signal greater than approximately
1.4 V is input.
+2.5 V (CMOS) : High level only when a logic signal greater than approximately
2.5 V is input.
+5.0 V (Contact) : High level only when a logic signal greater than approximately
5.0 V is input.
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Recorder Mode

3.3 Memory Settings

(2)(3)(4)
(1) (10)(5) (6) (7) (8)
(9)
When the Capture Destination is Memory When the Capture Destination is Disk
[Common Settings]: These are the common settings for capturing measured data.
(1) Capture Destination.. Selects the destination for saving measured data.
Memory : Saves the measured data in the recorder's internal memory. Disk : Saves the measured data to an internal hard disk (WR310 only) or
PCMCIA card.
CHECKPOINT
Disk cannot be selected in FFT mode or when the Waveform Display mode is XY.
(2) Sampling Interval...... Selects the interval for sampling data during measurement. The window shows the
Sampling Interval as a time interval (on the left) and a frequency (on the right). Available settings vary with the Capture Destination setting.
CHECKPOINT
• When different types of amps are installed and measurement is conducted using the fastest Sampling Interval setting of the amp with the highest Sampling Interval setting, each amp with a slower Sampling Interval setting will sample data using its own fastest Sampling Interval setting and any data between its own sampling intervals will be regarded as measured data of identical value.
• However, if an M amp is installed and you have selected TEMP for the input for even just one channel, the maximum sampling interval will be 10 µs.
[Sample measurement]
Installed amp types : WR3-V amp, WR3-M amp Sampling interval : 1 µs
1 µs
: Sampled points
Measurement result
1 µs
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WR3-VAMP WR3-MAMP
WR3-VAMP WR3-MAMP
Maximum Capture Speeds When Capturing Data to Memory
When the Capture Destination is Memory, the maximum data capture speed is the maximum sampling interval for the amplifier:
• WR3-V amp : 1 µs• WR3-M amp : 10 µs
• WR3-DCB amp : 10 µs• WR3-FV amp : 4 µs
• Logic amp : 1 µs
Recorder Mode
Maximum Capture Speeds When Capturing Data to Disk
The maximum capture speed when capturing data to disk varies depending on the maximum sampling interval, the number of channels, and on the memory device. When data capture is performed at a Sampling Interval setting higher than those listed in the table, some of the measured data may be skipped during data capture. If this happens, the "Skipped" message and a count of the number of data points skipped appear at the bottom of the Monitor window during data capture. In such case, change the Sampling Interval setting to a lower value.
Conditions Memory device
Amplifier Channels Hard disk* PCMCIA Card
WR3-V amp 8CH 1 µs
16CH 2 µs
WR3-M amp 8CH 10 µs
16CH 10 µs
WR3-DCB amp 8CH 10 µs
16CH 10 µs
WR3-FV amp 8CH 4 µs
6CH 4 µs
Logic amp 16CH Depends on the analog amps
* WR310 only
5 ms
CHECKPOINT
To ensure optimum data capture at the specified sampling interval, or if skipping occurs frequently during data capture, save your data files to another memory device and then reformat the disk.
(3) Time Scale................ Sets the time per division on the screen
(4) Program Block .......... This parameter can only be set when the Capture Destination setting is Memory.
When the Block Size setting is other than 1MW x 1, set the Program Block setting to Reserve before using one of the functions for calculation or the Waveform Judgment function, which will cause the final Memory Block No. to be used as the destination for saving the result of a calculation.
CHECKPOINT
When the Program Block setting is Reserve, even if the final Memory Block No. contains data, such data will be overwritten.
[Data Memory Settings]: These are the settings for capturing data to the internal memory.
(5) Block Size................. This parameter, which can only be set when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory, selects the number of blocks in the WR300/310's internal memory. By partitioning the internal memory according to the amount of time spent on measurement, you can change the capacity of the internal memory.
1 MWord x 1, 512 kWords x 2, 256 kWords x 4, 128 kWords x 8, 64 kWords x 16, 32 kWords x 32, 16 kWords x 64, 8 kWords x 128
(6) Capture Time............ This parameter, which is only displayed when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory, indicates the time required for capturing data in the WR300/310's internal memory. The total time equals the Sampling Interval setting multiplied by the Block Size setting.
Example:
Sampling Interval : 4 µs Block Size : 8 kW x 128 Capture Time : 8 kW x 4 µs x 1 = 32 ms
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(7) Memory Chain .......... This parameter, which can only be set when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory, selects the method for capturing data in partitioned memory blocks. Off : Repeatedly captures data to the specified Block No. Sequential Block : Repeatedly captures and overwrites data in ascending order
from the specified Block No. (proceeding to Block 1 after the highest Block No.) until measurement is completed.
Empty Block : Captures data in ascending order from the specified Block No.
(proceeding to Block 1 after the highest Block No.), terminating data capture when no empty blocks remain.
(8) Stat. Calc. ................. This parameter selects the On/Off status of statistical calculation, provided that
both of the following conditions are met:
• The Capture Destination setting is Memory; and
• The Block Size setting is other than 1 MW x 1. Arithmetic averaging is used as the method for statistical calculation. Statistical
calculation calculates the arithmetic mean between the data captured in the specified Memory Block (which varies with the Memory Chain and Memory Block settings) and the data captured at the final Block No., and then saves the calculated result at the final Block No. This operation is performed the number of times specified by the Number of Means parameter.
Available Settings Off : Disables statistical calculation. On : Enables statistical calculation. When On is selected, a submenu appears for
setting the frequency of arithmetic averaging.
CHECKPOINT
The result of a Statistical Calculation operation will be saved to the final Memory Block No.
• Data captured to the specified Memory Block is constantly overwritten so that only the most recent data is saved. Please note that earlier data will not be retained.
(9) Auto Save ................. This parameter, which can only be set when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory, selects the On/Off status of the Auto Save function. When Auto Save is On, the data captured in internal memory is automatically saved to the PCMCIA card or to the built-in hard disk.
CHECKPOINT
• A block containing data and an empty block can be distinguished by the color used to display them.
Block No.
Green :A block containing data. Gray : An empty block Blue : A block containing the result of a calculation operation and so forth.
• To erase captured data, change the setting of the block size. All the captured data will be erased.
[Data Disk Settings]:These are the settings for capturing data to the hard disk (WR310 only) or PCMCIA
card.
(10) File Name (Disk)..... This parameter can only be specified in the following case:
• Either a hard disk drive or a PCMCIA card drive is installed; and
• The Capture Destination setting is Disk. This parameter specifies the destination folder, and destination file name. The
extension differs according to the save destination as follows: PCMCIA card : ".GBD" HDD : ".GDT"
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3.4 Trigger Settings

(2)(3)
(1) (4) (5)
(1) Function.................... This specifies the Action after Triggering,
Record : After Triggering, the measured data is displayed on the screen or
recorded on chart paper.
Memory : After Triggering, the data is captured to internal memory, the hard disk
drive (WR310 only), or the PCMCIA card.
Recorder Mode
CHECKPOINT
If you have selected Memory, data is captured to the Capture Destination in the Memory Settings menu.
(2) Time Gate................. Specifies the wait time for the trigger signal.
CHECKPOINT
The Time Gate setting only affects the [Start Condition] and cannot be used for the [Stop Condition]. The timing of the Time Gate function is based on the WR300/310's internal clock.
Disable : Disables the Time Gate function. Relative Time : Specifies the interval for awaiting trigger signal input as a relative
time period which begins when the START key is pressed. When this setting is selected, a submenu for setting the time interval appears.
Absolute Time : Specifies the time wait interval as absolute starting and stopping
times. When this setting is selected, a submenu for setting the time interval appears.
• Set Time : Can only be set when the Time Gate setting is Relative Time or Absolute Time.
• Set Mode : Selects the mode for setting the Time Gate parameter's wait interval.
Start Time : Enables only the starting time. Start & Stop : Enables the starting and stopping times.
CHECKPOINT
• When the Time Gate setting is Relative Time, both the starting and ending times must be specified relative to the starting time of measurement in the range of 0000:00:01 to 9999:59:59 (hours:minutes:seconds).
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CHECKPOINT
• When the Time Gate setting is Absolute Time, both the starting and ending times must be specified. The following table describes the relationship between the absolute starting and ending times.
Starting time Ending time Operation
Current time or earlier Current time or earlier The Time Gate function is disabled Current time or earlier After current time Only the ending time is recognized.
After current time Current time or earlier Only the starting time is recognized. After current time After current time Both the starting and ending times are recognized, but
(3) Action........................ This parameter selects whether the specified operation will be triggered only once
or repeatedly. Single : The specified operation is triggered once and then the trigger is disarmed. Repeat : Until the STOP key is pressed, the specified operation is repeatedly
performed whenever its trigger condition is satisfied.
(4) Start Condition.......... The Start Condition parameters specify the trigger condition that must be met in
order to initiate measurement.
• Source .................... Selects the trigger type to be used for initiating measurement.
Off : When the Source setting is Off, no trigger is used. Instead, measurement
is initiated by pressing the Start key.
Internal : When the Source setting is Internal, after the Start key has been pressed,
measurement is initiated when the specified trigger condition is satisfied.
Manual : When the Source setting is Manual, press the Trigger key to satisfy the
trigger condition and initiate measurement.
• Combination ........... This parameter can only be set when the Source setting is Internal. It selects how a
trigger condition is satisfied and the target channel(s). LEVEL OR : The start of measurement is triggered when one channel satisfies the
trigger condition.
< Sample >
CH.4 CH.3 CH.2
CH.1
: Trigger activated
LEVEL AND : The start of measurement is triggered when all of the target channels
satisfy the trigger condition.
< Sample >
CH.4 CH.3 CH.2
CH.1
: Trigger activated
EDGE OR : After all of the target channels have reached a level that does not
satisfy the trigger condition, the start of measurement is triggered when any one of the target channels satisfies the trigger condition.
< Sample >
CH.4 CH.3 CH.2
CH.1
: Trigger activated
Measurement starts
the starting time cannot be set later than the ending time.
Measurement starts
Trigger Condition
80% 60% 40% 20%
Measurement starts
80% 60% 40% 20%
: Trigger disabled
80% 60% 40% 20%
[MODE] [LEVEL] CH.1 CH.2 CH.3 CH.4
Trigger Condition
CH.1 CH.2 CH.3 CH.4
Trigger Condition
CH.1 CH.2 CH.3 CH.4
/H 20%
/H 40%
/H 60%
/H 80%
[MODE] [LEVEL]
/H 20%
/H 40%
/H 60%
/H 80%
[MODE] [LEVEL]
/H 20%
/H 40%
/H 60%
/H 80%
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EDGE AND :
After all of the target channels have reached a level that does not satisfy the trigger condition, the start of measurement is triggered when all of the target channels satisfy the trigger condition.Moreover, once a channel meets the trigger condition, it becomes a triggered channel.
< Sample >
CH.4 CH.3 CH.2
CH.1
: Trigger activated
Measurement starts
Trigger Condition
80% 60%
CH.1 CH.2
40%
CH.3
20%
CH.4
[MODE] [LEVEL]
/H 20%
/H 40%
/H 60%
/H 80%
• Mode....................... This parameter can only be set when the Function setting is Record and the
Source setting is Internal. It selects the trigger condition for each channel according to the Combination setting.
Off : When a channel's MODE setting is OFF, it will not be affected by the
currently selected COMBINATION setting.
/H : This Mode setting cannot be used by any channel for which the Range
parameter is a temperature setting. When the MODE setting is /H, the start of measurement is triggered when the signal input rises to (or rises above*) the specified trigger level.
< Sample >
Measurement starts
100%
60%
Trigger Condition
Target channel : CH. 1 LEVEL : 60%
CH.1
: Trigger activated
0%
/L : This Mode setting cannot be used by any channel for which the Range
parameter is a temperature setting. When the MODE setting is /L, the trigger is activated when the signal input falls to (or falls below*) the specified trigger level.
< Sample >
CH.1
: Trigger activated
Measurement starts
100%
Trigger Condition
Target channel : CH. 1
60%
LEVEL : 50%
0%
Win In : It specifies the lower and upper limits of the trigger level for each
channel. When the signal input goes within (or is within*) both limits, the trigger condition is met and measurement is initiated.
< Sample >
CH.1
: Trigger activated
Measurement starts
100%
70%
40%
0%
Trigger Condition
Target channel : CH. 1 LOWER LEVEL : 40% UPPER LEVEL : 70%
Win Out : It specifies the lower and upper limits of the trigger level for each
channel. When the signal input goes outside (or is outside*) both limits, the trigger condition is met and measurement is initiated.
< Sample >
CH.1
: Trigger activated
* When the Combination setting is Level OR or Level AND.
Measurement starts
100% 80%
30%
0%
Trigger Condition
Target channel : CH. 1 LOWER LEVEL : 30% UPPER LEVEL : 80%
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• Lower - Level - Upper
........................ Specifies the trigger level for the input signal in a range from 0 to 100% (Lower
SPAN limit: 0%, Upper SPAN limit: 100%).
When the Mode setting is ↑/H or ↓/L:
Specify one Trigger Level in the range of -100% to +100% in 1% steps (where the current Range setting's lower limit is -100% and its upper limit is +100%). Example :When the Range setting is 5V
-5V equals -100%, and +5V equals +100%.
When the Mode setting is Win In or Win Out:
Specify two Trigger Levels in the range of -100% to +100% in 1% steps (where the current Range setting's lower limit is -100% and its upper limit is +100%). Specify the upper and lower limits so that the difference between them is at least 5%. Example :When the Range setting is 5V
-5V equals -100%, and +5V equals +100%.
The Logic setting (only if a logic amp is installed):
X :Excludes the logic amp's channels as trigger channels. L :Activates the trigger at Low-level signal input. H :Activates the trigger at High-level signal input.
CHECKPOINT
The permissible range of the logic amp's L and H values varies with the Threshold setting in the AMP Settings window.
• Trigger Counter.......Can only be set when the Combination setting is Level OR or Level AND. When the
recorder is in trigger armed status, this function can be set to make the recorder ignore trigger signal input during a fixed interval. This function is provided with a choice of two parameters, Count and Filt.
Count : Measurement is started when the trigger condition has been satisfied the
specified number of times.
< Sample >
Trigger level
CH.1
: Trigger activated
Measurement starts
100%
Trigger Condition
Based on the Level OR or Level AND setting
50%
Sampling Interval
Count setting 3 (times)
0%
• Pre-trigger............... This parameter can only be set when the Function setting is Memory. It specifies
the pre-trigger period as a percentage.
CHECKPOINT
• Based on the position where the trigger condition is satisfied as the reference point, the Pretrigger function initiates data capture before or after that reference point. A Pretrigger setting of 100% equals the total capture time (the Sampling Interval setting x Block Size setting).
• The Pre-trigger time when the Capture Destination is the hard disk or PCMCIA card is calculated using the formulas below. Furthermore, the memory capacity for Pre-trigger varies according to the memory device used for the capture destination.
– Hard disk pre-trigger memory capacity: 24 MW – PCMCIA pre-trigger memory capacity : 1 kW
When there is a temperature measurement channel (when TEMP has not been selected for any channel on the AMP Settings window)
Pre-trigger memory capacity x sampling speed ÷ number of channels ÷ 2 = the pre-trigger time
When there is no temperature measurement channel (when TEMP has been selected for any channel on the AMP Settings window)
Pre-trigger memory capacity x sampling speed ÷ number of channels = the pre-trigger time
Example: Capture to hard disk, 1 µs sampling speed, 8-ch input, voltage only
24 MW x 1 µs ÷ 8 = approx. 3 s
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Pre-trigger action when capturing data to the internal memory
Trigger activated
Input signal
Recorder Mode
Pretrigger is
Pretrigger is
0%
-100% Total capture time
-100% 0% +100%
Pre-trigger action when capturing data to the hard disk or PCMCIA card
Trigger activated
Input signal
When HDD is used: 24 MW
When PCMCIA card is used: 1 kW
(5) Stop Condition .......... These parameters specify the trigger condition that must be met in order to stop
measurement. Similar to the Start Condition parameters, various conditions can be set by specifying the Stop Condition parameters. For a description of the Stop Condition parameters, please refer to the description for the Start Condition parameters.
Additional Function
"Time" has been added to the Source settings. After the Start Condition has been met to start measurement, this function stops measurement after the specified time has elapsed. The Stop trigger cannot be used if Pretrigger is used.

Possible Combinations of Source Settings

The table below describes the operation resulting from different combinations of Source settings for the Start Condition and Stop Condition.
Source of Start Source of Stop
Condition Condition
Off Off After measurement is started by pressing the START key, it is stopped by pressing the
STOP key.
Internal After measurement is started by pressing the START key , it is stopped when the specified
Stop Condition is met.
Manual After measurement is started by pressing the START key, it is stopped by pressing the
TRIGGER key.
Time After measurement is started by pressing the STAR T key, it is stopped after the specified
time interval.
Internal Off After measurement is started according to the specified Start Condition, it is stopped by
pressing the STOP key.
Internal After measurement is started when the specified Start Condition is met, it is stopped
when the specified Stop Condition is met.
Manual After measurement is started when the specified Start Condition is met, it is stopped by
pressing the TRIGGER key.
Time After measurement is started when the specified Start Condition is met, it is stopped
after the specified time interval.
Manual Off After measurement is started by pressing the TRIGGER key, it is stopped by pressing
the STOP key.
Internal After measurement is started by pressing the TRIGGER key, it is stopped when the
specified Stop Condition is met.
Manual After measurement is started by pressing the TRIGGER key, it is also stopped by pressing
the TRIGGER key.
Time After measurement is started by pressing the TRIGGER key, it is stopped after the
specified time interval.
Operation
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Recorder Mode

3.5 Record Settings

(1)(2)(3)(4) (7)
When the Function setting is Direct When the Function setting is Memory
(5)
(6)
(1) Function.................... Selects the operation to be performed upon activation of a trigger.
Direct : Records and displays the measured data. Memory : Saves the measured data to the internal memory, hard disk (WR310
only), or to the PCMCIA card (data is not displayed or recorded directly). Waveform data is not displayed during measurement. Display after measurement has ended depends on the output mode selected and the settings made.
CHECKPOINT
When the Function setting is Memory, it is synchronized with the Function setting in the Trigger Settings.
(2) Chart Speed ............. This parameter selects the screen scroll speed and the speed for feeding the chart
paper. It can only be set when the Function setting is Direct. V1, V2 Setting: Set the chart speed.
(3) Waveform Display Mode
............................. This function can only be used when Function has been set to Direct. It specifies
the display scrolling method. Scroll : Scrolls the display to match waveform movement. Fixed : Updates the waveform one screen at a time.
XY : XY display is only enabled when the Function setting is Memory. Please
see Section 3.19 "Execute XY Display" for details on the settings.
(4) Channel ID................ This function can only be used when Function has been set to Direct. Identifying
channel numbers are printed alongside the analog waveforms being printed on the chart paper.
[Print Record Settings]: The Scale Print and List Print settings are made here.
(5) Scale Prin ................. Scale printing is performed when Function has been set to Disk, or when Function
has been set to Memory and the Output Mode setting is All Data or One Frame. (In such case, scale printing is performed prior to printing the measured data. When recording has been completed, the scale with respect to the recording area is printed.)
Direct : Scale printing is performed after recording has been completed. Memory :Scale printing is performed prior to printing the measured data.
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(6) List Print.................... After recording is completed, a list of the WR300/310's currently selected settings
is printed.
(7) Output Mode............. This parameter selects whether or not to replay data after it has been measured
and saved to memory. It can only be set when the Function setting is Memory. All Data : Replays all of the captured data. One Frame : Replays only one frame of the captured data. No Output : Simply saves the measured data (without replaying it).
CHECKPOINT
This One Frame function can be used most effectively when used in combination with the Output Ratio function of the MEMORY key's Data Replay Settings window.
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3.6 Data Replay Settings

(2)
(1) (9)(3) (4) (5) (3) (4) (5)
(8)(7)(6)
When the Capture Destination is Memory When the Capture Destination is Disk
[Replay Source Settings]: Specifies the capture destination of the measured data.
(1) Replay Source .......... Selects the source for loading measured data.
Memory : Loads captured data from the WR300/310's internal memory. Disk : Selects the replay source when the replay data is located within a hard
disk (WR310 only) or a PCMCIA card.
(2) Replay Block............. This parameter, which can only be set when the Replay Source setting is Memory,
selects the Block No. that contains the data to be loaded. Any block that is displayed in solid green can be selected. After a block is selected by this parameter, it becomes red.
[Data Save Conditions]: Displays the conditions that were used to save the data being loaded. The
conditions appear as soon as the Replay Block setting is specified. The displayed data cannot be changed.
(3) Sampling Interval...... Displays the Sampling Interval setting used to save the data being loaded. The
displayed data cannot be changed.
(4) Time Scale................ Displays the time scale used when the data was captured.
(5) No. of Data ............... Displays the No. of Data points used to save the data being loaded. The displayed
data cannot be changed.
[Replay View Settings]: Sets the display conditions for replaying captured data.
(6) Replay CH ................ Selects the source channel(s) for loading data.
All CHs : Loads the data of all channels
Selected CH(s) : Loads the data of only the specified channel. If you select
Selected CH(s), also specify the target channel number at the CH parameter.
(7) Output Ratio ............. Selects the magnification ratio of the time axis for use in data replay.
x 1/10, x 1/8, x 1/5, x 1/4, x 1/2, x 1, x 2, x 4, x 5, x 8, x 10, Screen Width
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CHECKPOINT
The Screen Width setting enlarges or reduces the data so that it will all fit into the 10 div screen for viewing.
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(8) Data Save................. This parameter, which can only be set when the Replay Source setting is Memory,
lets you save data to a hard disk (WR310 only) or a PCMCIA card. This parameter
specifies the file format, destination drive letter, folder name, and file name. You
have a choice of two file formats: BINARY or TEXT.
(9) File Name ................. This parameter, which can only be set when the Replay Source setting is Disk,
specifies the source drive, folder, and file name where the data to be replayed is
stored. You can select any file which has a file name extension of ".GDT" or
".GBD".
Set Channel ................... This parameter, which can only be set when the Replay CH is Selected CH(s),
specifies the channel(s), for replay.
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3.7 Format Settings

(4)(5)
(10)
(6) (8)(7) (9)(1)(2)(3)
(1) Grid........................... Selects the grid pattern for use when displaying and plotting waveforms. The grid
patterns that can be selected differ according to the display mode set at the Record
Settings window.
None
10mm fine
10mm
10mm Coarse
10mm
5mm fine
5mm
5mm fine
5mm
10mm
10mm
5mm
5mm
(2) Envelope................... This parameter can only be set when the Function setting is Direct. Selects the On/
Off status of the Envelope function.
TIP
When fast-frequency signals are concurrently measured with slow-frequency signals, recording on chart paper products dark results for fast-frequency signals and hardly legible results for slow-frequency signals. If this happens, enable this function to increase the legibility of slow-frequency signals.
(3) Priority Display.......... Selects the On/Off status of the Waveform Priority Display function to determine
whether or not to place priority on a certain channel during waveform display.
TIP
When On is selected as the Priority Display setting, a submenu appears for specifying the priority channel number during waveform display (Priority CH).
(4) Priority CH ................ This parameter, which can only be set when the Priority Display setting is On,
selects the target channel number for priority display.
(5) Zone Preset .............. Sets the waveform display and recording formats.
Preset 1 to 7 : Display and recording are performed in the fixed formats. After
selecting your preferred preset, the Zone specification items are displayed.
Custom : Lets you specify the display and recording formats when you make
the settings.
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(6) Zone ......................... Selects the display and recording formats for each channel. If you have selected a
preset format using Zone Preset and then make specifications for Zone, the Preset
display will automatically switch to the Custom display.
TIP
The Zone settings enable you to specify display and recording at any location, which means that you can freely overlap waveforms. In addition, you can specify the start point as xx mm from the bottom of the chart paper, and then specify the waveform recording width from that point.
< Example of Zone Settings > 100-mm wide chart paper
4
CH No. Zone Specification
(4 channels) 1 0-20 [mm] 2 20-10 [mm] 3 30-50 [mm] 4 50-50 [mm]
3
200-mm wide chart paper
CH No. Zone Specification
2 1
1 0-40 [mm] 2 40-20 [mm] 3 60-100 [mm] 4 100-100 [mm]
(8, 16 channels)
(7) Color ......................... Selects the color of waveform display for each channel. Besides 32 existing colors
to choose from, you can also create an original color. In this case, a submenu for color editing appears.
(8) Width ........................ This parameter selects the line width for waveform recording according to channel.
(only when the optional printer is installed printer function has been enabled) 1 dot (about 0.125 mm) to 8 dots (about 1 mm)
CHECKPOINT
Depending on the signal input, recording may not be possible at the selected Width setting.
(9) Trace.........................Selects the on/off status of waveform display and recording.
(10) Logic Zone.............. This parameter can only be used when Logic has been enabled in the Amp
Settings window. It selects the display and recording zones for logic waveforms and the line color for displaying the waveforms by Logic Group. Zones from 1 to 10 can be specified. The Color setting can be set to one of 32 colors. It is also possible to create an original color besides the existing 32 colors. In this case, a submenu for color editing appears.
< Logic Zone Setting example >
Zone1 Zone2 Zone3 Zone4 Zone5 Zone6 Zone7 Zone8 Zone9 Zone10
Logic Group A : Zone 1
B : Zone 6 C : Zone 7 D : Zone 9
CHECKPOINT
The screen display appears as shown above, but if it is printed out on chart paper, the positions in the upper half of the display become zone setting positions.
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3.8 EU Settings

(1) (2)
(1) EU............................. Selects the On/Off status of the EU function.
(2) Lower - EU - Upper Unit
............................. Specifies the span of the measurement range that will be scaled for a channel in
EU On status. When this parameter is selected, a submenu for numeric input appears to let you specify the LOWER and UPPER limits of scaling.
Displays the setting for measured values
Displays the setting for EU output values
If the ENTER key is pressed here, the following window is displayed.
(a)
(b) (c)
(f)
(h)
(d) (e)
(g)
(a) Setting Method : Selects the method for specifying scaling.
4 point setting : Specifies the output (upper- and lower-limit) values that
respectively correspond to the measured data's upper- and lower-limit values.
Offset setting : Specifies the offset relative to the input values.
CHECKPOINT
The Scaling operation is calculated using a ratio of the Meas. Value or EU Value settings. If a ratio value that the recorder cannot process is specified, the message below appears.
-FS input is out of range Scale factor too large Decrease output digit?
[ENTER] Yes / [CANCEL] No
If this message appears, follow the instructions by either reducing the number of digits to be output by one or changing the Meas. Value and/or EU Value settings while leaving the number of digits unchanged.
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(b) Meas. Value : Specifies the numeric value(s) to be scaled according to the
Setting Method setting.
• If the Setting Method setting is 4 point setting, set two points (the Upper and Lower parameters).
• If the Setting Method setting is Offset setting, specify one point (the Meas. Value parameter).
(c) EU Value : Specifies scaled output, which varies with the Setting Method
setting.
•Specifies two points (the Upper and Lower parameters) if the Setting Method setting is 4 point setting.
•Specifies one point (the Meas. Value parameter) if the Setting Method setting is Offset setting.
(d) Dec pt : This parameter specifies the decimal point position of the numeral to
be specified as the EU value(s). (Specified only if the Setting Method setting is 4 point setting.)
(e) Unit : Selects the scaled unit, which can be specified as a user-defined
character string consisting of alphanumerics. This Unit parameter can also be
specified by selecting the Select Unit setting. (f) Select : Selects the type of engineering unit. (g) Choose : Selects the scaled unit. The unit displayed here is the type of unit
selected by the Select setting. To specify a unit that is not displayed here,
specify a user-defined character string as the Unit setting. Moreover, the setting
specified here is displayed as the Unit setting. (h) Span : Selects whether or not to link the specified scaled unit to the SPAN
settings.
Linked : Links the specified scaled unit to the SPAN settings. The method
of linking varies with the Setting Method setting.
•4 point setting :The specified EU Value settings become the Upper and Lower SPAN settings.
• Offset setting :The SPAN settings are shifted by the offset specified by the Meas. Value setting.
Do not link : The SPAN settings specified by the Lower-SPAN-Upper settings in
the AMP Settings window take effect.
Setting Example
Upper
setting
Specified scaled unit EU value setting —10.000
+5 V
CH.1 10V
+2.5000 —2.5000 +10.000
Lower
settin
+20.00rpm
1 CH.1 Scaling
- 20.00rpm
+10.00rpm
Not Linked
Linked
–5 V
1 CH.1 Scaling
-10.00rpm
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3.9 Annotation Settings

(1)(2)(3)
(1) Print Interval ............. Sets the print interval for annotation printing between 10 and 100 cm.
(2) Length....................... Sets the number of characters for annotation printing between 10 and 32.
(3) Flying Annotation...... Sets flying annotation on or off. When set to "On", annotation print control is
possible from a PC.
(4) Title Annotation ......... Prints a title at the top of the chart paper.
Off : Disables the Title Annotation function. System : Prints the date, starting time, and chart speed. User : Prints a user-defined character string as the title. When this
setting is selected, a submenu appears for inputting the title character string, so input a title that is no longer than the number of characters specified by the Length setting.
System & User : Prints the information described under the System setting and
then prints a user-defined character string as the title.
(5) CH Annotation .......... Prints a commentary character string for each channel.
Off : Disables the CH Annotation function. Amp : Prints the currently selected Range, Input, Filter and Span settings
for each channel.
User : Prints a user-defined character string for each channel. When this
setting is selected, a submenu appears for inputting a channel­specific comment, so input a character string that is no longer than the Length setting.
Amp & User : Prints the information described under the Amp setting and then
prints a user-defined comment.
Value : Prints the measured values.
(4) (5)
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CHECKPOINT
• When the CH Annotation setting is Amp & User, the print interval and the number of characters printed are respectively determined by the Print Interval and Length settings.
• When the CH Annotation setting is Value, the measured value at the position indicated by the symbol where the title is usually printed is printed. The print interval of the symbols is determined by the Print Interval setting.

3.10 Calculation Settings

(1)(2)
(1) Statistical Calculation
............................. The Statistical Calculation function performs calculation on the captured memory
data and Readout data specified by the cursors. Standard Deviation (n):
Displays the standard deviation of the cursor-defined range of data.
σn = (ΣD2 — (ΣD)2/n)/n (n — 1)
D: Data, n: No. of data points
Recorder Mode
Standard Deviation (n-1):
Displays the standard deviation of the cursor-defined range of data.
σn = (ΣD2 — (ΣD)2/n)/(n — 1) (n — 1) D: Data, n: No. of data points
Maximum and Minimum Values (Min/Max):
Displays the maximum and minimum values within the cursor-defined range of data.
Maximum minus Minimum Value (P-P):
Displays the difference between the maximum value and minimum value (peak­to-peak value) within the cursor-defined range of data.
RMS Value:
Displays the root mean square within the cursor-defined range of data.
R.M.S. = ΣD2/n
D: Data, n: No. of data points
Rise Time :
Displays the rise time of a waveform displayed within a cursor-defined range of waveform data. The calculation of the rise time varies with the direction of the cursors.
When the cursors are in the time axis direction
After determining the maximum and minimum values within a cursor-defined range of data, the target waveform is that which first passes their mid-point value. Assuming that the minimum and maximum values are respectively 0% and 100%, the Rise Time is calculated within the range of 10% to 90%.
Max value
90%
Cursor A Cursor B
Mid-point value
10%
Min value
Rise time
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Fall Time :
Displays the fall time of a waveform displayed within a cursor-defined range of waveform data. The calculation of the Fall Time varies with the direction of the cursors.
When the cursors are in the time axis direction
After determining the maximum and minimum values within a cursor-defined range of data, the target waveform is that which first passes their mid-point value. Assuming that the maximum and minimum values are respectively 100% and 0%, the Fall Time is calculated within the range of 90% to 10%.
Max value
90%
Mid-point value
10%
Min value
Cursor A Cursor B
Fall time
Average :
Displays the purely arithmetic mean of data points within a cursor-defined range.
Area :
Displays the area within the cursor-defined range. When this parameter is selected, a sub-menu for specifying the calculation method is displayed. There are four methods as described below.
Y-T Mode Normal : Sets the area of the cursor-defined range of data as the difference
between respective areas of the positive and negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Positive : Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of
positive domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Negative : Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of
negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Absolute : Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of
both positive and negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
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(2) Arithmetical Calculation
............................. This parameter can only be specified when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory. The Arithmetical Calculation function performs calculation on the captured memory data and replay data specified by the cursors. The calculation results are saved to the final memory block number. Please refer to the items below for details on the settings.
Function : Selects the On/Off status of calculation functions for each channel.
On : Enables the calculation functions. Off : Disables the calculation functions.
CHECKPOINT
When a channel's Function setting is On, the Lower-Span-Upper and Unit settings specified at the AMP. Settings window for that channel become invalid. Therefore, set the Span and Unit values using the Lower-Span-Upper and Unit parameters described in the following.
Recorder Mode
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3.11 System Settings

(1)(2)(3)
[Settings]: Saves or loads settings or returns them to their factory default settings. (1) Save Current Settings
............................. Saves the currently selected settings. When this setting is selected, a submenu
appears for selecting the destination memory device and file name.
(2) Load Settings From Disk
............................. Loads a set of settings from disk. When this setting is selected, a submenu
appears for specifying the source path and file name.
(3) Return To Default Settings
............................. Returns the currently selected settings to their factory default settings.
(4) (5) (6) (7) (8)
[Disk Operation]:Performs various types of disk operations, such as displaying a file directory, copying or
renaming files, and so on.
(4) File List ..................... Lists a directory of the files in the specified disk. When this setting is selected, a
submenu appears for selecting the target drive and directory.
(5) File Copy .................. Copies the specified file. When this setting is selected, a submenu appears for
specifying the source file and destination file of the File Copy operation.
(6) File Rename ............. Renames the specified file. When this setting is selected, a submenu appears for
selecting the file you wish to rename and its new file name.
(7) File Delete ................ Deletes the specified file. When this setting is selected, a submenu appears for
selecting the name of the file to be deleted.
(8) Disk Initialize............. Reformats the hard disk* or the PCMCIA card.
• Initialize Mode......... This parameter can only be selected when the hard disk* or PCMCIA unit is
installed. It selects whether to reformat the drive or to reformat the hard disk*. If a hard disk* is not installed, the Initialize Mode setting is fixed to Drive Format.
Drive Format : Formats the disk in the designated disk drive. When this setting is
selected, additional parameters appear for selecting the drive letter, the disk format, and format type.
Drive : This parameter, which can only be set when the Initialize Mode
setting is Drive Format, selects the drive to be formatted. Format : This parameter selects the disk format, Super Floppy or HDD. Type : This parameter selects the type of formatting method, Quick
Format or Standard Format. Volume Label : This parameter, which can only be set when the Initialize Mode
setting is Drive Format, specifies the volume label of the disk to be
formatted. Specify a volume label of up to 12 characters.
* Hard disk: WR310 only
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3.12 Option Settings

Recorder Mode
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
(1) Screen Saver............ Turns off the display if the WR300/310 is not operated within the specified interval,
thus prolonging the product life of the display.
(6) (7) (8) (9)
CHECKPOINT
Press any key to redisplay the screen.
(2) Background Color..... Sets the color of the screen background.
(3) Power On Start ......... Initiates measurement as soon as the WR300/310 is turned on.
Disable : Disables the Power On Start function. Enable : Enables the Power On Start function. When this setting is selected, the
PRINTER submenu appears which is described below.
(4) Printer ....................... Selects whether or not to start printing as soon as the WR300/310 is turned on.
This parameter can only be set when the POWER ON START setting is Enable. Off : Printing does not start as soon as the WR300/310 is turned on. On : Printing starts as soon as the WR300/310 is turned on.
(5) Date/Time ................. Displays a submenu for setting the current date and time.
(6) New Line Code ......... Sets the CR+LF/CR/LF.
(7) Device ID .................. Sets the ID number for the WR300/310.
(8) IRIG .......................... Sets the time code (IRIG-B or IRIG-E) when the IRIG function is used.
(9) TCP-IP settings.........Sets the TCP-IP. To change the settings, select "Change Settings". The current
conditions set are displayed below this item. (Settings can only be viewed for confirmation here, and cannot be changed.)
Change Settings ............ Changes the TCP-IP settings.
IP Address : Sets the IP address. Subnet Mask : Sets the subnet mask. Port Number : Sets the port number.
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3.13 Customize Settings

(1)(2)(3)(4)
(1) Language.................. Sets the WR300/310's display language. If you change the language, perform the
Execute Settings operation to register the change. Japanese, English (US), English (UK), French
(5) (6) (7)
CHECKPOINT
The only difference between English (US) and English (UK) is the way the date is displayed.
(2) 100m Z-fold Chart Unit
............................. This function can be specified as Use or Do not use.
(3) Echo Back ................ This function can be specified as Enable or Disable. If you change the setting,
perform the Execute Settings operation to register the change.
(4) Trigger Level Setting
............................. Displays the setting in % units, and also enables the display to be switched to
display voltage units.
CHECKPOINT
If you use temperature ranges for the M amp channels, the settings will automatically be displayed as temperature units.
(5) DCB AMP Calibration Mode
............................. This sets the type of signal when performing calibration for the strain amp. You can
select either Strain or Voltage. If you change the setting, perform the Execute Settings operation to register the change.
(6) Room Temp. Compensation
............................. This parameter enables room temperature compensation settings when
thermocouples are used. You can select either Internal or External room temperature compensation. The Internal setting is normally used. If you change the setting, perform the Execute Settings operation to register the change.
(7) Execute Settings....... Executes any changes made to settings on the Customize Settings menu.
CHECKPOINT
If you change any of the settings in this window, be sure to perform the Execute Settings operation to register the change, and then turn the power off and on again. If a change is not registered, the setting will be not changed.
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3.14 System Information

This section describes the System Information window, an example of which is shown below. Please refer to this window for information on your WR300/310 unit.
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3.15 Recorder Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure

Menu Item
1. Cursor Settings Cursor Settings Mode 3.17 Select Sync. Mode
Cursor Position Move to Selected Position
Move to First Data Move to Last Data Move to Trigger Point Call Other Cursor Load Cursor Position Save Cursor Position
2. Search Settings Settings Next Level Match 3.18 Prev. Level Match
Combination Mode
Lower-Level-Upper Logic Logic Pattern
Trigger Counter
3. Execute Action Expansion/Compression 3.19 Printer Output (Between Cursors) Printer Output (All Data). Save to Disk (Between Cursors)
XY Display XY Settings
Execute XY DIsplay
4. Calculation Functions Calculation Statistical Calculation 3.20 Arithmetical Calculation FFT Calculation
5. Amp Settings Scaling
Lower-Span-Upper
6. Memory Settings Same as the Recorder mode’s “Memory Settings” 3.3
7. Trigger Settings Same as the Recorder mode’s “Trigger Settings” 3.4
8. Record Settings Same as the Recorder mode’s “Record Settings” 3.5
9. Data Replay Settings Same as the Recorder mode’s “Data Replay Settings” 3.6
10. EU Settings Same as the Recorder mode’s “EU Settings” 3.8
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3.16 Replay Settings

This section describes the Replay Settings window, an example of which is shown below.
CAUTION
When replaying data from a PCMCIA card, do not replace the card with another one even after the data replay operation has been completed. The replacement procedure may damage the card. If you need to replace the card, press the MODE key to return the WR300/310 to the measurement status.
(2) Cursor channel data
Recorder Mode
(3) Cursor time axis data
(1) Cursors
(1) Press the CURSOR key to display the A (B) cursor, and A,B cursors. (2) When the cursors are displayed, the data for those cursors is displayed. (3) If only one cursor is displayed, the time data for that cursor is displayed. If two cursors are displayed,
their time data and the time data between the cursors is displayed.
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3.17 Cursor Settings and Cursor Position

(1) (6) (7) (8) (9)(10)(2)(3)(4)(5)
[Cursor Setting]
(1) Mode......................... Specifies the cursor display method
(2) Select........................ Selects the cursor you want to move
(3) Sync. Mode............... This parameter can be selected when Dual has been specified for Mode. The
distance between the two cursors is maintained during cursor movement.
CHECKPOINT
Press the CURSOR key (see Section 2.5, "Control Panel Part Names and Functions" to display the cursors.
[Cursor Position]: This parameter moves the cursor to the selected position within the data being replayed,
loads/saves the cursor position, and so on.
(4) Move to Selected Position
............................. Moves the cursor to the selected position within the data being replayed using one
of three methods. Position : Moves the cursor to the position of the specified time from the current
position.
Time : Moves the cursor to the position of the specified time. Specify a time that
was captured along with the measured data during data capture.
% : Moves the cursor to the position specified as a percentage of the entire
data (which represents 100%).
(5) Move to First Data .... Moves the cursor to the beginning of the data being replayed.
(6) Move to Last Data .... Moves the cursor to the end of the data being replayed.
(7) Move to Trigger Point
............................. Moves the cursor to the trigger point of the data being replayed.
(8) Call Other Cursor...... Summons the other cursor within the same screen as the currently displayed
cursor. However, this function can only be used when the cursor mode is DUAL.
(9) Load Cursor Position
............................. Loads a previously saved cursor position and then moves the cursor to that
position.
(10) Save Cursor Position
............................. Saves the cursor's current position. The cursor position is saved under the name of
"Position number: n." Up to 10 cursor positions can be saved.
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3.18 Search Settings

(1)
(4) (5)(2)(3)
(6)
[Search Settings]: These settings enable a search of the displayed Replay data to be performed. The
Search settings are as follows.
Recorder Mode
(1) Next Level Match...... The next point in the data after the current data that satisfies the search condition
is displayed on the screen.
(2) Prev. Level Match ..... The previous point in the data after the current data that satisfies the search
condition is displayed on the screen.
(3) Combination ............. Selects the method for satisfying the Level condition.
OR : Searches for the position where a single channel among the target channels
satisfies the search condition (which has not yet been met any other channel).
AND :Searches for the position where all of the target channels satisfy the search
condition.
(4) Mode......................... Selects the Level condition.
Off : Set this condition for any channel that is to be excluded from the Data
Search operation.
H : The Level condition is satisfied when an input waveform exceeds the
specified Level value.
L : The Level condition is satisfied when an input waveform falls below the
specified Level value.
Win In : Sets the Lower-limit and Upper-limit levels for each channel. The Level
condition is met when a captured waveform goes inside both the
specified Lower-limit and Upper-limit levels.
Win Out : Sets the Lower-limit and Upper-limit levels for each channel. The Level
condition is met when a captured waveform goes outside both the
specified Lower-limit and Upper-limit levels. (5) Lower - Level - Upper
............................. Sets the search levels for captured data. Set the level in a range of -100% to
+100% in 1% steps. If the Mode setting is Win In or Win Out, be sure to set the difference between the Lower and Upper Levels to 5% or more. (The Lower limit of the specifiable range is -100% and its Upper limit is +100%).
Example: For a 5 V range: -5V = -100%, +5V = +100%
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(6) Trigger Counter.........This function determines how many times or how long to ignore the targeted
point(s) from the time the Level condition is first satisfied until the condition selected by the Trigger Counter parameter is satisfied.
Count : Searches for the position which has satisfied the Level condition for the
specified number of times. 1 to 255 [count]
Filter : Searches for the position which has satisfied the Level condition for at
least the specified time interval. The actual time is the product of this Filter setting and the Sample Interval setting.
1 to 255
CHECKPOINT
When the search condition is met, the status of the targeted point changes from a "no match" point to a "matched" point. Once the starting point satisfies the search condition, that point is ignored until it no longer satisfies it.
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3.19 Execute Operations

Recorder Mode
(1)(2)(3)(4)
(11)
(6) (9) (10)(7)(8)
(5)
XY Setting
[Action]:Performs various operations for waveforms, such as expansion, compression, printout, and
calculation.
(1) Expansion/Compression
............................. Expands or compresses the display of waveforms being replayed.
Between Cursors: Expands or compresses the cursor-defined segment of the
waveform display to fit the screen's width.
Fixed Scale : Expands or compresses the waveform by the ratio selected from
the choices below. Expansion : Can be set to any integer from 1 to 10. Compression : Can be set to any fraction with a numerator of 1 from 1/1 to 1/
1000.
Free Scale : Expands or compresses the waveform by the desired
magnification ratio from 1/1000 to 10. The User Scale value is
specified as the time unit per division.
(2) Printer Output (Between Cursors)
............................. This parameter prints the cursor-defined segment of the waveform display onto
chart paper. This function is only available when the cursor mode is set to "Dual".
(3) Printer Output (All Data)
............................. This parameter prints all waveform data being replayed onto chart paper.
(4) Save to Disk (Between Cursors)
............................. Saves the cursor-defined segment of the waveform enclosed again to the internal
hard disk or PCMCIA card. This function is only available when the cursor mode is set to "Dual".
[XY Display]: Displays the captured data in XY format when XY Display is selected
(5) XY Settings ............... Specifies the parameter settings for X-Y display.
(6) Size........................... Sets the display screen size to Narrow or Wide.
(7) Grid........................... Sets the grid.
Fine : Displays the main grid and sub-grid lines. Coarse : Displays only the main grid lines.
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(8) Compensation mode
............................. Sets the compensation mode.
Line: Displays the waveform as a solid line. Dot : Displays the waveform as a dotted line.
(9) Plot ........................... Switches the specified XY number on or off.
(10) X-Axis, Y-Axis ......... Sets the channels to display for both the X-axis and Y-axis.
Example: For the same X-axes, set all to CH1, then assign required channel
numbers to the Y-axis.
(11) Execute XY Display
............................. Displays the data in XY format when the XY settings have been made.
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3.20 Calculation

(1)(2)(3)
[Calculation]: The settings for calculations are performed here.
Recorder Mode
(1) Statistical Calculation
............................. This parameter can only be specified when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory. The Statistical Calculation function performs calculation on the captured memory data and replay data specified by the cursors. The calculation results are displayed on the screen.
Function : Selects the function used for area statistical calculation.
Available Settings
Standard Deviation (n) Standard Deviation (n-1) Max, Min Values (Min/Max) Max - Min Value (P-P) RMS Value Rise Time Fall Time Average Area Normal
Function Submenu parameters
Positive Negative Absolute
Standard Deviation (n):
Displays the standard deviation of the cursor-defined range of data.
σn = (ΣD2 — (ΣD)2/n)/n (n — 1)
D: Data, n: No. of data points
Standard Deviation (n-1):
Displays the standard deviation of the cursor-defined range of data.
σn = (ΣD2 — (ΣD)2/n)/(n — 1) (n — 1) D: Data, n: No. of data points
Maximum and Minimum Values (Min/Max):
Displays the maximum and minimum values within the cursor-defined range of data.
Maximum minus Minimum Value (P-P):
Displays the difference between the maximum value and minimum value (peak­to-peak value) within the cursor-defined range of data.
RMS Value:
Displays the root mean square within the cursor-defined range of data.
R.M.S. = ΣD2/n
D: Data, n: No. of data points
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Recorder Mode
Rise Time :
Displays the rise time of a waveform displayed within a cursor-defined range of waveform data. The calculation of the rise time varies with the direction of the cursors.
When the cursors are in the time axis direction
After determining the maximum and minimum values within a cursor-defined range of data, the target waveform is that which first passes their mid-point value. Assuming that the minimum and maximum values are respectively 0% and 100%, the Rise Time is calculated within the range of 10% to 90%.
Max value
90%
Mid-point value
10%
Min value
Cursor A Cursor B
Rise time
Fall Time :
Displays the fall time of a waveform displayed within a cursor-defined range of waveform data. The calculation of the Fall Time varies with the direction of the cursors.
When the cursors are in the time axis direction
After determining the maximum and minimum values within a cursor-defined range of data, the target waveform is that which first passes their mid-point value. Assuming that the maximum and minimum values are respectively 100% and 0%, the Fall Time is calculated within the range of 90% to 10%.
Max value
90%
Cursor A Cursor B
Mid-point value
10%
Min value
Fall time
Average :
Displays the purely arithmetic mean of data points within a cursor-defined range.
Area :
Displays the area within the cursor-defined range. When this parameter is selected, a sub-menu for specifying the calculation method is displayed. There are four methods as described below.
Y-T Mode Normal : Sets the area of the cursor-defined range of data as the difference
between respective areas of the positive and negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Positive :
Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of positive domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
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Negative : Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of
negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Absolute : Sets the area of a cursor-defined range of data as the total sum of
both positive and negative domains, centering on the baseline (0 V) of the measured data.
+ domains 0V
- domains
Execute .......................... Executes the details set for Statistical Calculation.
(2) Arithmetical Calculation
............................. This parameter can only be specified when the Capture Destination setting is
Memory. The Arithmetical Calculation function performs calculation on the captured memory data and replay data specified by the cursors. The calculation results are saved to the final memory block number. Please refer to the items below for details on the settings.
Function : Selects the On/Off status of calculation functions for each channel.
On : Enables the calculation functions. Off : Disables the calculation functions.
Recorder Mode
CHECKPOINT
When a channel's Function setting is On, the Lower-Span-Upper and Unit settings specified at the AMP. Settings window for that channel become invalid. Therefore, set the Span and Unit values using the Lower-Span-Upper and Unit parameters described in the following.
Formula Settings:
This parameter can only be set for a channel for which the Function setting is On. It specifies a numerical formula containing up to 32 terms.
Symbol Definition Symbol Definition
+ Addition INT Integration – Subtraction DINT Double integration * Multiplication SIN Sine /Division COS Cosine MEAN Moving mean TAN Tangent LOG Logarithm ASIN Arc sine EXP Exponential mean ACOS Arc cosine ABS Absolute value ATAN Arc tangent DIF Differentiation PI pi (π) DDIF Double differentiation INTA Integration SQRT Square root DINTA Double Integration
• MEAN (Moving Mean) Because the MEAN function permits averaging of data corresponding to a specified number of points, noise can be eliminated from data containing interference. The number of points to be averaged can be set from 1 to 128.
•DIF (Differentiation) and DDIF (Double Differentiation) Differentiation and double differentiation operations use Lagrange's five-order interpolation formula. With a five-order interpolation formula, the data of one point is obtained from the values of five points before or after that point. Calculation is performed, however, for the first point by using its five subsequent points and for the final point by using its five preceding points.
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Recorder Mode
•INT (Integration) and DINT (Double Integration) Perform the same functions as an integration amp (DC is not integrated).
• SIN (Sine) and COS (Cosine) The result of a SIN or COS operation is displayed within the range of -1 and +1. The angle is calculated in the counter-clockwise direction for positive values or the clockwise direction for negative values.
• ASIN (Arc Sine), ACOS (Arc Cosine), and ATAN (Arc Tangent) If the absolute value of the target data of an ASIN or ACOS operation is 1 or more, any value equal to +1 or higher is processed as +1 and any value equal to -1 or lower is processed as -1. For ASIN, ACOS, and ATAN operations, the calculated result is displayed as an angle (RAD) ranging from –π/2 to +π/2.
• INTA (Integration) and DINTA (Double Integration) Integration and double integration operations use a trapezoidal formula. With a trapezoidal formula, the average of the target point and its previous point is multiplied by Delta t to obtain the area, after which all the data preceding the target point are added.
• Regarding the permissible numeric range If a calculation results in a numeric value (absolute value) that is lower than
1.17 x 10-38 or higher than 1.7 x 1038, an underflow or overflow state will occur and that value will be rounded off to the closest limit value or to zero.
Number of means :
This parameter sets the number of means for Mean calculation.
Lower - SPAN - Upper Unit:
This parameter can only be set for those channels for which Function is On. SPAN settings can be performed for those channels that were set to On for
Calculation settings.
Execute .......................... Executes the details set for Arithmetical Calculation.
(3) FFT Calculation ........ Performs FFT calculation on the cursor-specified data. If you select FFT
Calculation, the mode will switch to FFT mode. Please make the settings in the Record Settings window. (Please refer to Chapter 4, FFT Mode for details.)
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CHAPTER 4

FFT Mode

This chapter describes the FFT Mode.
4.1 FFT Menu Tree Structure
4.2 FFT Mode Settings
4.3 Record Settings
4.4 FFT Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure
4.5 REPLAY Menu
FFT Mode

4.1 FFT Menu Tree Structure

Menu Item Details
1. Amp. Settings AMP Same as Recorder mode [Amp. Settings] 3.2 Input Range Filter Misc.
2. Memory Settings Common Settings Capture Destination Fixed to Memory 3.3
Sampling Interval Time Scale Not used
Data Memory Settings Block Size
Capture Time Not used Memory Chain
Calculation Processing Not used Capture Block Auto Save Not used
3. Trigger Settings Common Settings Function 3.4 Time Gate Action Trigger Display Point Not used
Start Condition Source
4. Record Settings Record Settings Frequency 4.3 Counts Window Average Mode Ave. Count Display Format Grid
Zone Function
Ch. A/B X/Y RMS Ch. A Calc. Ch. B Calc
5. Data Replay Settings Replay Source Settings Replay Source 3.6 Replay Block Displayed when Memory File Name Displayed when Disk
Replay Conditions Sampling Interval Displayed when Memory
Memory
Replay View Settings Not used Data Save Replay Source Settings Replay Source
Disk
6. Format Settings No menu available for Format Settings
7. EU Settings* No EU Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.8
8. Annotation Settings* No Annotation Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.9
9. Calculation Settings* No Calculation Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.10
10. System Settings* No System Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.11
11. Option Settings* No Option Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.12
12 Customize Settings* No Customize Settings menu available in FFT mode 3.13
13.System Information* No System Information menu available in FFT mode 3.14
* Some of the menu contents are the same as those of the Recorder mode. Please refer to Chapter 3, Recorder Mode, for details. Please note that
there are some settings that cannot be made in FFT mode, even if there are explanations provided in Chapter 3.
Time Scale Count
File Name
Section
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4.2 FFT Mode Settings

This section describes the procedures and restrictions for using FFT mode.
FFT Waveform Display Setup Parameters
Cursors displayed REPLAY mode
FFT Mode
Before using FFT Mode
This section describes the procedures and restrictions before using FFT mode.
FFT Mode Setting Windows
All menus other than the Record Settings window and Readout Menu window shown below are the same as those in Recorder mode, except for the following restrictions. For details of common menus, please refer to Chapter 3, "Recorder Mode Settings".
Usage Methods
Usage method 1 : In FFT mode, data is captured in the internal memory when measurement starts, and is displayed using the analysis method set.
Usage method 2 : After capturing data in Recorder mode, switch to FFT mode using the MODE key and press the REPLAY key to display the data using the analysis method set.
Usage method 3 : After data capture has been completed in Recorder mode, FFT calculation can be performed by selecting FFT calculation in the Readout menu. Only in this case is it possible to return to Recorder mode.
Restrictions
• Span cannot be set.
• Annotation printing is not possible.
• The data Capture Destination can be specified as internal memory only.
• Arithmetical and statistical calculation are not possible.
• Replay CH selection and Output Ratio selection cannot be performed during data replay.
• The Format Settings window cannot be displayed.
• The trigger stop conditions cannot be used.
CAUTION
FFT calculation results cannot be printed out on chart paper. Press the COPY key to make a copy of the display screen. Note that the amplifiers do not include an anti-aliasing function, and so aliasing phenomena may occur when data measured in Recorder mode is subjected to FFT processing.
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FFT Mode

4.3 Record Settings

(1)(3)(4)(6) (2)(5)(7)
(11) (10) (9) (8)
(13) (12)
(1) Frequency................. This parameter sets the analysis frequency, in the range 0.08 Hz to 400 kHz
(depends on the amps installed).
(2) Counts ...................... This parameter specifies the number of analysis points captured during
measurement. It can be specified as either 1000 points or 2000 points.
(3) Window..................... This parameter specifies the window, which can be specified as Hanning or
Rectangular.
TIP
•The Window Parameter Under normal conditions, signal input that can be subjected to FFT analysis will continue infinitely. Out of such infinitely continuous input signals, the Window parameter lets you conduct FFT analysis of the signal input only during a limited time interval, which is called a "window." In the WR300's FFT mode, the Window length and the Frequency setting are related as follows.
Window length = x Counts setting [seconds]
(The Counts setting in the WR300's FFT mode can be either 1000 or 2000.)
• The Impact of the Window on Analyzed Results It is common knowledge that the result of FFT analysis on signal input that has been extracted by a window will match the result of a Fast Fourier Transformation operation on infinitely repeated signal input of the window length. As a result, except in cases when the window length is equal to an integral multiple of the signal input's cycle, ordinary signal input may generate a non-continuous segment due to extraction by the window. Since this non-continuous segment did not exist in the original signal input, if FFT analysis is executed in this status, the non-continuous segment will affect the result of FFT analysis. Due to the WR300's operating principles, it is not possible to eliminate the error caused by the window, but you can minimize the error by using an appropriate window.
Frequency setting [Hz]
0.4
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Rectangular Window:
No operation is performed for the signal input extracted by the window. When using ordinary continuous waveforms, use of a window to extract a specific range of signal input will cause an error. With this Rectangular Window, however, you can obtain results that are not adversely affected by the window in the case of transient waveforms that attenuate inside the window or of signal input with a window length that is an integral multiple of the signal input's cycle.
Signal input
Window Function
Rectangular
window
T
Rectangular window
T
T = Measured waveform cycle x N T Measured waveform cycle x N Spectrum has a wide base
(V)
Approaches the linear spectrum Optimum measured waveform
After Window processing
0
(f)
Spectrum display
T
(V)
(f)
For signal input that converges in the time window like a transient waveform
Hanning Window:
To prevent the generation of non-consecutive points due to the use of a window to extract a specific range of signal input, the Hanning window gradually decreases the signal input to become zero at the starting and end points of the window. Because the signal input becomes zero at both ends of the window, you can minimize the adverse impact of using a window to extract a specific range of signal input, even when you have extracted a continuous waveform.
Signal input
Window Function
Hanning
window
T
Hanning window
T
T = Measured waveform cycle x N T Measured waveform cycle x N Spectrum has a wide base
(V)
The main lobe’s width increases, but the spectrum’s base does not spread
After Window processing
0
(f)
Spectrum display
T
(V)
The main lobe’s width increases, but the spectrum’s base does not spread
(f)
For regular cyclical waveforms and random waveforms
FFT Mode
(4) Average Mode........... This parameter sets the Average Mode processing, and can be set to one of four
settings: Off, Summation, Exponential, or Peak Hold.
CHECKPOINT
The green waveform represents the measured data, while the white waveform represents the averaged results.
(5) Ave. Count ................ This parameter specifies the number of samples to be averaged, and can be
specified in the range of 2 to 9999.
CHECKPOINT
Averaging cannot be performed on data that was captured in Recorder mode and then output and analyzed in FFT mode.
(6) Display Format ......... The Display Format parameter can be set to one of four settings: 1 Division, 2
Divisions, 4 Divisions, or Nyquist.
(7) Grid........................... The Grid parameter for display and recording can be specified as either On or Off.
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(8) Function.................... The analysis function can be specified as Y-T, Linear spectrum, Power spectrum,
P.S.D., Cross spectrum, Transfer function, or Coherence.
TIP
Description of the Function settings The time-axis data "x(i), where i = 0, 1, ... N-1)" is subjected to a Fast Fourier Transformation and its result is represented as:
X(i) = XR(i) + jXl(i), Where: i = 0, 1...N-1, j = an imaginary unit An FFT analysis of time-axis data, which consists of real numbers, results in multiple
elements containing information that indicates the amplitude and phase.
•Y-T The X axis is fixed to time and the Y axis is fixed to LIN. Just as in Recorder mode, you can detect changes in the signal input with respect to the time axis.
•Linear (Linear Spectrum) Based on the result of FFT analysis of time-axis data, either the amplitude or phase is displayed.
Y axis
LIN.
Amplitude
LOG.
PhasePhase
FFT result of measured signals : X(i) = XR(i) + jXI(i)
X
10 logX
—1
tan
RMS = Off RMS = On
(i)2+XI(i)2 [V]
R
(i)2+XI(i)2 [dBV] 10 log
R
(i)
X
I
[deg]
(i)
X
R
Display
XR(i)2+XI(i)
2
(i)2+XI(i)
X
R
2
2
[V
rms
]
2
[dBV
rms
]
– The amplitude is the voltage of the reference wave height value. –When the RMS setting is On, the root-mean-square value is displayed instead. – When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the display is identical to that for the Power
Spectrum setting shown in the following table.
–When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the reference value is either 0 dB = 1 V or 0
dBVrms = 1 Vrms.
• Power (Power Spectrum) Based on the result of FFT analysis of time-axis data, the power spectrum of each frequency component is displayed.
Y axis
LIN.
Amplitude
LOG.
PhasePhase
FFT result of measured signals : X(i) = XR(i) + jX I (i)
Xn(i)2+ XI(i)2 [V]
10 logX
—1
tan
RMS = Off RMS = On
(i)2+XI(i)2 [dBV] 10 log
R
(i)
X
I
[deg]
XR(i)
Display
X
(i)2+ XI(i)
R
2
2
(i)2+ XI(i)
X
R
2
[V
rms
]
2
[dBV
rms
2
]
– The amplitude is the voltage of the reference wave height value. –When the RMS setting is On, the root-mean-square value is displayed instead. –When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the display is identical to that for the Linear
Spectrum setting shown in the preceding table.
–When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the reference value is similarly either 0 dB =
1 V2 or 0 dBVrms = 1Vrms2.
–When the Y (axis) setting is Phase, the Phase display is identical to that for the
Linear Spectrum setting shown in the preceding table.
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•P.S.D. (Power Spectrum Density) The "Power Spectrum Density" refers to the power spectrum per unit frequency. The result of FFT analysis is an integral value of the power spectrum that is distributed along a bandwidth (the width of the frequency resolution) that is determined by the selected frequency for FFT analysis (the Frequency setting) and the selected number of points to be analyzed (the Counts setting). When the signals of a power spectrum form a continuous spectrum, therefore, the resulting value varies with the currently selected Frequency and Counts settings. In the case of signals of a spectrum that is distributed along a wide bandwidth, using a Function setting of P.S.D. will allow you to obtain measured values that are unrelated to the Frequency and Counts settings.
Display
10 log
SR(i)2+ SI(i)
2
XR(i)2+ XI(i)
2f
2
2
rms
]
[V
2
[dBV
rms
/Hz]
Amplitude
Y axis
LIN.
LOG.
PhasePhase
X
(i)2+ XI(i)
R
10 log [dBV/Hz]
—1
tan
RMS = Off RMS = On
2
(i)2+ XI(i)
X
R
[V2/Hz]
2
f
f
(i)
X
I
X
[deg]
(i)
R
FFT result of measured signals : X(i) = XR(i) + jX I (i)
Frequency setting
f: Analysis band width
f[Hz]
Counts setting 0.4
FFT Mode
– The amplitude is the voltage of the reference wave height value. –When the RMS setting is On, the root-mean-square value is displayed instead. – When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the reference value is either 0 dB/Hz = 1 V2/
Hz or 0 dBVrms/Hz = 1Vrms2/Hz.
–When the Y (axis) setting is Phase, the Phase display is identical to that for the
Linear Spectrum setting shown in the preceding table.
• Cross (Cross Spectrum) This cross spectrum is the product of the spectrum of two signals for a specific frequency component. It indicates the correlation and relative power of both signals. When the Function setting is Cross, the cross spectrum of the signal input and signal output is measured and averaged. Compared with only measuring the power spectrum of the signal output, therefore, you can substantially lower the impact of noise, even for a system in which noise mixes into the signal input.
Y axis
LIN.
SR(i)2+ SI(i)2 [V2]
RMS = Off RMS = On
Amplitude
LOG.
PhasePhase
10 logSR(i)2+ SI(i)2 [dBV]
(i)
X
—1
tan
I
XR(i)
[deg]
FFT result of measured signals : X(i) = X
Y(i) = YR(i) + jYI (i) S
(i) = XR(i)YR(i) + XI (i)YI (i)
R
S
(i) = XR(i)YI (i) - XI(i)YR(i)
I
(i) + jXI (i)
R
Display
10 log
SR(i)2+ SI(i)
2
(i)2+ SI(i)
S
R
2
2
2
rms
]
[V
2
[dBV
rms
]
– The amplitude is the voltage of the reference wave height value. –When the RMS setting is On, the root-mean-square value is displayed instead. –When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the reference value is either 0 dB = 1 V2 or 0
dBVrms = 1 Vrms2.
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FFT Mode
• T.R.F. (Transfer Function) This function expresses the frequency characteristics of the input and output of a transfer system. It can be used to obtain the ratio of the signal input's power spectrum to the cross spectrum of the signal input and signal output. Similar to the Cross Spectrum setting, the T.R.F. setting conducts averaging to reduce the impact of noise mixing into the system's signal input. Because the transfer function is measured throughout the entire range of the FFT analysis frequency specified by the Frequency setting, however, you must input signals that will contain the frequency components of the entire bandwidth of the FFT analysis frequency.
Y axis
S
20 log
—1
tan
(i) + jXI (i)
R
R
XR(i)2+ XI(i)
LIN.
Amplitude
LOG.
PhasePhase
FFT result of signal input : X(i) = X FFT result of signal output : Y(i) = YR(i) + jYI (i)
SR(i) = XR(i)YR(i) + XI (i)YI (i) SI (i) = XR(i)YI (i) - XI (i)YR(i)
(i)2+ SI(i)
SI(i)
SR(i)
Display
2 2
SR(i)2+ SI(i) XR(i)2+ XI(i)
[deg]
2
[dB]
2
–When the Y (axis) setting is LOG., the reference value is 0 dBV = 1. – The Phase value is identical to that of Phase Value of the Cross Spectrum
setting shown in the preceding table.
– In the WR300's FFT mode, the CH.A and CH.B parameters correspond to X(i)
and Y(i), respectively.
• Coherence (Coherence function) The Coherence function is obtained by calculating the ratio of [the product of the input and output power spectra] to the [the amplitude squared of the cross spectrum of the signal input and signal output]. The result expresses the causal relationship between the system's input and output signals. The value of the coherence function ranges from 0 to 1. "1" indicates that all signal output derives its power from the signal input, and "0" indicates that the power of the signal output is totally unrelated to the signal input. By measuring the coherence function, you can check the reliability of measuring the T.R.F. or other functions. When averaging is not performed, all values of the coherence function will become 1. When using the coherence function, be sure to also perform averaging.
Y axis
Amplitude FFT result of signal input : X(i) = X
FFT result of signal output : Y(i) = Y
LIN.
(i) = XR(i)YR(i) + XI (i)YI (i)
S
R
(i) = XR(i)YI (i) - XI (i)YR(i)
S
I
(i) + jXI (i)
R
(i) + jYI (i)
R
( XR(i)2+ XI(i)2)(YR(i)2+ YI(i)2)
Display
(i)2+ SI(i)
S
R
2
– In this recorder's FFT mode, the CH.A and CH.B parameters correspond to X(i)
and Y(i), respectively.
CH.A/B ........................... This parameter specifies the channels for each analysis method.
TIP
Aliasing may cause the input frequency to differ from the analyzed result. < Aliasing > Because the WR300 conducts measurement by using an analog-to-digital converter to sample signals, if the frequency of the signal input becomes greater than 50% of the frequency of the sampling interval, a phenomenon occurs in which theWR300 inadvertently measures a frequency that has not been input. This phenomenon is called "aliasing".
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X/Y ................................. This parameter sets the X and Y axis scales. The scales that can be selected vary
according to the current Function setting. When the Function setting is Y-T, the settings are fixed to:
X axis: Time; Y axis: LIN.
When the Function setting is Linear, Power, P.S.D., Cross, or Transfer:
X axis: LIN. or LOG.; Y axis: LIN., LOG., or Phase
When the Function setting is Coherence, the settings are fixed to:
X axis: LIN; Y axis: LIN.
RMS ............................... The RMS parameter only requires setting when a zone's Function parameter is
Linear, Power, P.S.D., or Cross. RMS can be specified as On or Off.
CHECKPOINT
When RMS is specified as On, the Y axis is displayed as an RMS scale.
CH. A Calc., CH. B Calc.
............................. These parameters only require setting for channels where the Function parameter
has been set as Linear, Power, P.S.D., Cross, Transfer, or Coherence. Calculation can be specified as Off, DIF., DDIF., INT., or DINT.
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FFT Mode

4.4 FFT Mode REPLAY Menu Tree Structure

Menu Item Details
Section
1. Cursor Settings and Cursor Settings Mode Same as Recorder mode Replay Settings 3.16 Cursor Position*
1
[Cursor Settings] Select Sync. Mode
2. Search Settings The Search Menu is not displayed in FFT mode.
3. Execute Action Expanded display 4.5 (between cursors) Entire display Overall calculation. Peak list display Return to Recorder mode Only displayed when FFT calculation is
performed on data measured in Recorder mode
4. Calculation Functions The calculation menu is not displayed in FFT mode.
5. Amp Settings Not used
6. Memory Settings*
7. Trigger Settings*
8. Record Settings*
2
2
2
Same as the FFT mode's "Memory Settings" 3.3 Same as the FFT mode's "Trigger Settings" 3.4 Same as the FFT mode's "Record Settings" 3.5
9. Data Replay Settings*2Same as the FFT mode's "Data Replay Settings" 3.6
10. EU Settings*
*1: Some of the menu contents are the same as those of the RECORDER mode's REPLAY menu. Please refer to Chapter 3, Recorder Mode, for
details. Please note that there are some settings that cannot be made in FFT mode, even if there are explanations provided in Chapter 3.
*2: Some of the menu contents are the same as those of the FFT and RECORDER mode's REPLAY menu. Please refer to Chapter 3, Recorder
Mode, for details. Please note that there are some settings that cannot be made in FFT mode, even if there are explanations provided in Chapter 3.
2
Same as the FFT mode's "EU Settings" 3.8
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4.5 REPLAY Menu

(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
(1) Expanded display (between cursors)
............................. Displays the enlarged waveform between the cursors.
(2) Entire display ............ Returns to the full display of the enlarged waveform in the expanded display.
(3) Overall calculation .... Displays the overall calculation value.
(4) Peak list display........ Displays the list of peak values. This setting is only available when the Display
format is set to "1 Division", "2 Divisions", or "4 Divisions".
(5) Return to Recorder mode
............................. This parameter is not available when measuring in FFT mode. Select "Return to
Recorder mode" in this window and press the ENTER key to return to Recorder mode.
FFT Mode
CHECKPOINT
• The marks before the setting range for each channel in the channel information identify whether the captured waveform fits within the scale or is outside the scale. – Black mark : Data that fits within the scale. – Red mark : Overscale data
• Return to Recorder mode is only available when FFT mode is entered from the Recorder mode FFT Calculation function.
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CHAPTER 5

Application Software

This chapter describes the installation and measurement procedures for the WR300 when the OPS023 Application Software is used.
5.1 Procedures from Installation to Measurement
5.2 Software System Requirements
5.3 Connecting to a PC
5.4 Installing the Software
5.5 Setting the IP Address and Device ID
5.6 Menu Configuration and System Settings
5.7 Measurement Parameter Setting Procedures
5.8 Printer Functions
5.9 Measurement/Monitoring Procedures and Save/Scroll/Cursor Functions
5.10 Opening Captured Data Files and Saving WR300-Captured Data to a PC
5.11 Converting the Data Format and Saving the Data
5.12 Report Function
5.13 Exiting OPS023
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5.1 Procedures from Installation to Measurement

This section describes the procedures and system requirements for installing the application software and using it for measurements.

Procedures from Installation to Measurement

Step Setting For details
1 Install USB driver 5.4 2 Install OPS023 3 Set IP address and ID No. 5.5 4 Set data saving destination 5.6 5 Set default color settings 6 Set OPS023 communication Set IP address/ID No. of WR300 to be connected using
Check connection destination using
Connect using 7 Synchronize date/time 8 Set measurement conditions Make Amplifier settings 5.7
Make Trigger Settings
Make Memory settings
Make Span settings
Make EU settings
Make Format settings
Save/Load Setup Parameters 9 Start measurement/monitoring [Start Measurement] Start measurement using 5-8
[Start Monitoring] Start monitoring using
10 Stop measurement/monitoring Stop measurement/monitoring using 11 Save measurement data 12 Scroll measurement data 13 Search 14 2-screen 15 Convert data format and save
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Function Differences Between the Monitor and the OPS023
Item WR300 OPS023
FFT mode Y es No
Fixed display mode Yes No
2-screen display No Yes
Report file No Yes
Data conversion TXT only CSV, TXT, GBD, DADiSP
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5.2 Software System Requirements

Make sure that the computer on which you plan to install the software meets the following requirements.
Item System requirements
OS Windows 2000, XP CPU Pentium 4, 1.7 GHz or higher Memory 256 MB or more HDD 10 MB for installing software
Additional space required for data storage
Display 800 x 600 pixels or higher
65535 colors or more (16-bit or more)
Other TCP/IP port, USB port
CD-ROM drive (for installing from CD)
CHECKPOINT
Even when using a PC that meets the system requirements, measurement data may not be captured correctly depending on the PC status (e.g. running other applications or the storage media used). Exit all other applications before capturing data to the hard disk.
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5.3 Connecting to a PC

The WR300 can be connected to a PC via a LAN or USB cable.

Connection Using a LAN Cable

Use the LAN cable to connect the WR300 to a PC.
LAN cable
Connecting the WR300 to a PC directly
When connecting the WR300 to a PC directly, connect using a cross cable as shown below.
LAN cable (cross)
Connecting via a network
When connecting via a network, connect via a hub using straight cables as shown below.
LAN cable
(straight)
HUB
LAN cable (straight)
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Connection Using a USB Cable

Use the USB cable to connect the WR300 to a PC.
USB cable
Connecting the WR300 to a PC directly
When connecting the WR300 to a PC directly, connect using an A-B type cable as shown below.
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USB cable (A-B type)
Connecting via a network
When connecting via a network, connect via a USB hub using A-B type cables as shown below.
USB cable (A-B type)
USB HUB
USB cable (A-B type)
CHECKPOINT
When connecting via a USB cable, a USB driver must be installed in your computer. Please refer to Section 5.4, "Installing the Software", for the installation procedure.
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5.4 Installing the Software

This section describes how to install the USB driver, the system setting tools, and OPS023.

Checking the version of your USB driver (when already installed)

This section describes how to view the version of the USB driver. (1) Opening "Device Manager."
Select "Control Panel" "System" "Hardware" tab or right-click "My Computer," select "Properties" "Hardware" tab "System Properties" window, then click the "Device Manager" button.
(2) In the "Device Manager" window, open "USB (Universal Serial Bus) Controller." Confirm that "Graphtec
WR300" is shown. Right-click it and select "Properties."
(3) Updating the driver
Select the "Driver" tab and click the "Driver Details" button.
(4) Select [...\GTCUSBR.SYS] to view the version of the driver file.

Installing the USB driver

This section describes how to install the USB driver. (1) Insert the WR300 User Guide CD-ROM provided into the PC CD-ROM drive. (2) Connecting the WR300 to the PC
Connect the WR300 to the PC using the USB cable, then turn the power on.
(3) Installing the USB driver
Window XP: Driver software is to be installed for the first time.
Driver software is already installed.
Windows 2000: Driver software is to be installed for the first time.
Driver software is already installed.
Windows XP: Driver software is to be installed for the first time.
Installing the USB driver (1) Detecting the hardware
Connect the USB cable to the PC and WR300. The "Found New Hardware" message appears.
(2) Starting the wizard
In the "Found New Hardware Wizard" window, select "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" under "What do you want the wizard to do?" and click "Next."
(3) In the "Please choose your search and installation options." window, select "Don't search. I will choose
the driver to install." and click "Next." (4) In the "Select the device driver you want to install for this hardware." window, click "Have Disk." (5) In the "Install from Disk" window, browse the CD-ROM under "Copy manufacturer's files from," select
"USB DRIVER" "GTCUSBR.INF" and click "OK." (6) In the "Select the device driver..." window, "Graphtec WR300" appears in the "Model" box. Select it and
click "Next." (7) Installing the driver
Windows XP starts installing the driver. (8) Completing installation
The "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard" window appears. Click "Finish" to exit the wizard.
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Windows XP: Driver software is already installed.
Updating the USB driver (1) Opening "Device Manager"
Select "Control Panel" "System" "Hardware" tab or right-click "My Computer," select "Properties"
"Hardware" tab "System Properties" window, then click the "Device Manager" button. (2) In the "Device Manager" window, open "USB (Universal Serial Bus) Controller." Confirm that "Graphtec
WR300" is shown. Right-click it and select "Properties." (3) Updating the driver
Select the "Driver" tab and click "Update Driver." (4) Starting the update wizard
The "Hardware Update Wizard" appears. Select "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" under
"What do you want the wizard to do?" and click "Next." (5) In the "Please choose your search and installation options." window, select "Don't search. I will choose
the driver to install." and click "Next." (6) In the "Select the device driver you want to install for this hardware." window, click "Have Disk." (7) In the "Locate File" window, browse the CD-ROM, select "USB DRIVER" "GTCUSBR.INF" and click
"Open." (8) Return to the "Select the device driver..." window and click "Next." (9) Installing the driver
Windows XP starts installing the driver. Depending on the OS setting, "The software you are installing
for this hardware has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP"
message may appear. Simply click "Continue Anyway." (10)Completing installation
The "Completing the Hardware Update Wizard" window appears. Click "Finish" to exit the wizard.
Windows 2000: Driver software is to be installed for the first time.
Installing the USB driver (1) Starting the wizard
Connect the USB cable to the PC and WR300. The "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears. (2) In the "Found New Hardware Wizard" window, select "Search for a suitable driver for my device
(Recommended)" under "What do you want the wizard to do?" and click "Next." (3) In the "Locate Driver File" window, select "CD-ROM drive" under "Optional search locations" and click
"Next." (4) Browse the CD-ROM, select "USB DRIVER" → "GTCUSBR.INF" and click "OK." (5) "The wizard found a driver" message appears. Click "Next." (6) Completing installation
The "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard" window appears. Click "Finish" to exit the wizard.
Windows 2000: Driver software is already installed.
Updating the USB driver (1) Opening "Device Manager"
Select "Control Panel" "System" "Hardware" tab or right-click "My Computer," select "Properties"
"Hardware" tab "System Properties" window and click the "Device Manager" button. (2) In the "Device Manager" window, open "USB (Universal Serial Bus) Controller." Confirm that "Graphtec
WR300" is shown. Right-click it and select "Properties."
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(3) Updating the driver
Select the "Driver" tab and click "Update Driver." (4) Starting the update wizard
"Upgrade Device Driver Wizard" appears. Click "Next." (5) In the "Install Hardware Device Drivers" window, select "Display a list of the known drivers for this device
so that I can choose a specific driver." under "What do you want the wizard to do?" and click "Next." (6) In the "Select a Device Driver" window, click "Have Disk." (7) In the "Locate File" window, browse the CD-ROM, select "USB DRIVER" "GTCUSBR.INF" and click
"OK." (8) Return to the "Select a Device Driver" window and click "Next." (9) In the "Start Device Driver Installation" window, click "Next." (10)Completing installation
The "Completing the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard" window appears. Click "Finish" to exit the wizard.

Installing OPS023

This section describes how to install the application software and the system setting tools used to set and control the WR300.
(1) Insert the WR300 User Guide CD-ROM provided into the PC CD-ROM drive, and browse the CD-ROM
contents. (2) Click the Taskbar's Start button, then click the Run... icon to open the 'Run' window. (3) Enter the CD-ROM drive name and \English\OPS021\SETUP.EXE as the name of the file you wish to
open. If the disk is in drive D, for example, enter "D:\English\OPS021\SETUP.EXE" in the box to launch
the installer. (4) Continue, following the instructions on the screen.
CHECKPOINT
Be sure to observe the following points when connecting the WR300 to a PC.
• Do not connect any devices apart from a mouse or a keyboard to any of the other USB terminals on your PC.
• Set the PC's power-saving functions to Off.
• Set the Screen Saver to Off.
• Set the anti-virus software auto update and scan scheduler functions to Off. Also, set the Windows auto update and scheduler functions to Off.
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5.5 Setting the IP Address and Device ID

The WR300 Configuration Tools window is used to set the IP address, Sub Net Mask, Port Number, and Device ID.
• These can also be set using the WR300. For details, see Section 3.12, "Option Settings".
• IP Address : Used when measuring via a network.
• Sub Net Mask : Used when measuring via a network.
• Mac Address : Used when setting the Mac Address.
• Port Number : Used when measuring via a network.
• Device ID : Used when measuring via USB.
• Firmware version : Used to check each firmware version.
CHECKPOINT
• When setting the IP address and port or device ID using the WR300 Configuration Tools, the WR300 should be connected directly to the PC using a USB cable.
• When using more than one WR300, they should be connected separately, and not via a USB hub.
(1) Connect the WR300 to the PC using a USB cable. (2) Select "Start" → "Programs" → "OPS023" → "Wr Config" to launch the WR300 Configuration Tools and
display the window as shown below.
(3) LAN settings
Click "Read" to display the current setting. To set a new IP address, Sub Net Mask and/or Port Number, enter the new setting(s) and then click "Apply".
(4) USB settings
Click "Read" to display the current setting. To set a new Device ID, enter the new Device ID and then click "Apply".
(5) Firmware Version
Click "Read" to display the Main and Printer version numbers. Use this function to check the version number(s) of your equipment.
(6) After setting, exit from WR300 Configuration Tools.
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