Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI "3167 AC/DC CLAMP ON POWER
HiTESTER". To obtain maximum performance from the product, please read
this manual first, and keep it handy for future reference.
Mishandling this product during use could result in injury or death, as
well as damage to the product. Be certain that you understand the
instructions and precautions in the manual before use. We disclaim any
responsibility for accidents or injuries not resulting directly from product
defects.
This manual contains information and warnings essential for safe operation of
the product and for maintaining it in safe operating condition. Before using
the product, be sure to carefully read the following safety notes.
Safety symbols
Thesymbol printed on the product indicates that the user should
refer to a corresponding topic in the manual (marked with the
symbol) before using the relevant function.
In the manual, thesymbol indicates particularly important
information that the user should read before using the product.
Indicates the ON side of the power switch.
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Indicates the OFF side of the power switch.
Indicates a grounding terminal.
Indicates DC (Direct Current).
Indicates both DC (Direct Current) and AC (Alternating Current).
The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative importance of
cautions and warnings.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents an extreme hazard
that could result in serious injury or death to the user.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a significant hazard
that could result in serious injury or death to the user.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a possibility of injury
to the user or damage to the product.
When you receive the product, inspect it carefully to ensure that no damage
occurred during shipping. In particular, check the accessories, panel switches,
and connectors. If damage is evident, or if it fails to operate according to the
specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
Standard accessories
AccessoryModel number or ratingNumber provided
Instruction manual1
Power cord1
Voltage cord9179 VOLTAGE CORD1
AC adapter9418-10 AC ADAPTER
(PSA-30U-120, PHIHONG)
Spare fuse (for voltage cord)M 0.3 A/250 V arc quenching1
1
Shipment
Use the original packing materials when reshipping the product, if possible.
If this is not available, employ the following procedure.
(1) Procure a packing case somewhat larger than the unit, such as a cardboard
box.
(2) Wrap the unit in plastic sheeting.
(3) Pack the unit wrapped in this cushioning material into the box, pack in the
accessories, add more cushioning to fill the box tightly, and then seal it
with adhesive tape. If required, secure the case with shipping twine.
Follow these precautions to ensure safe operation and to obtain the full
benefits of the various functions.
Preliminary check
Before using the product the first time, verify that it operates normally to
ensure that the no damage occurred during storage or shipping. If you find
any damage, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
Before use
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The maximum input voltage (maximum sustainable input) is 600V DC/AC.
Attempting to measure voltage in excess of the maximum input could
destroy the product and result in personal injury or death.
When the unit is using a DC power supply, the voltage is 12 V±2V. When
using the supplied AC adapter, the voltage is 100 to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz).
Using other voltage supplies may cause damage to the unit or an accident.
To avoid electric shock and ensure safe operation, connect the power cord to
a grounded (3-contact) outlet.
Making power meter connections
Connect the clamp-on sensors or voltage cords to the product first, and
then to the active lines to be measured.
Observe the following to avoid electric shock and short circuits.
Clamp sensor and Voltage cord should only be connected to the
secondary side of a breaker, so the breaker can prevent an accident if a
short circuit occurs. Connections should never be made to the primary
side of a breaker, because unrestricted current flow could cause a
serious accident if a short circuit occurs.
Do not allow the voltage cord clips to touch two wires at the same time.
Never touch the edge of the metal clips.
When the clamp sensor is opened, do not allow the metal part of the
clamp to touch any exposed metal, or to short between two lines, and
do not use over bare conductors.
To avoid short circuits and potentially life-threatening hazards, never
attach the clamp sensor to a circuit that operates at more than AC
600Vrms, or over bare conductors.
To avoid electric shock accident, before removing or replacing an
interface, power cord, and clamp sensor, confirm that the instrument is
turned off and that the power cord are disconnected.
The mounting screws must be firmly tightened or the input unit may not
perform to specifications, or may even fail.
Before using the product, make sure that the insulation on the sensor
and power cord is undamaged and that no bare conductors are
improperly exposed. Using the product under such conditions could
result in electrocution. Replace the sensor and voltage cord (9179)
specified by Hioki.
・Avoid stepping on or pinching the cable, which could damage the cable
insulation.
・Keep the cables well away from heat sources, as bare conductors could be
exposed if the insulation melts.
Others
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NOTE
・Do not store or use the product where it could be exposed to direct sunlight,
high temperature or humidity, or condensation. Under such conditions, the
product may be damaged and insulation may deteriorate so that it no longer
meets specifications.
・To avoid damage to the product, do not short-circuit the output terminal and
do not input voltage to the output terminal.
・To avoid damage to the product, protect it from vibration or shock during
transport and handling, and be especially careful to avoid dropping.
・Note that the product may be damaged if the applied voltage or current
exceeds the measurement range.
・Accurate measurement may be impossible in the presence of strong
magnetic fields, such as near transformers and high-current conductors, or
in the presence of strong electromagnetic fields such as near radio
transmitters.
・The values for apparent power (VA), reactive power (var), power factor (PF)
and phase angle (deg) produced by this unit are computed from the
measured voltage (V), current (A), and active power (W), using the
expressions given in the specifications.
The values given may be different from those measured with an instrument
of different operating principles or using different calculation expressions.
・Integration values produced by the 3167 are computed in software from the
measured current and power values. Similar integration values produced
by an instrument with a different response speed, sampling rate or method
of calculation may differ from those of the 3167.
・For accurate measurement, allow the unit to warm up for more than half an
・When the input is less than 0.4% of the measurement range, the indication
is forcibly set to zero.
・The 3167 has a frequency measurement function, but this may produce
unexpected results on a waveform which is severely distorted.
・When an in-phase voltage of high frequency is applied (as for example when
measuring the secondary side of an inverter), errors may occur in the
measured values.
・When the rectification method is set to AC + DC, it is not possible to
distinguish the polarity of the DC component of voltage or current.
・To ensure the accuracy of measurement be careful not to let the unit
overheat.(Keep away from sources of heat, and provide sufficient ventilation
space around the unit, or when rack-mounted provide a cooling fan.)
・If an external voltage or current transformer is used, there is a possibility
that its phase difference may cause great errors in power measurement.
For accurate power measurement, use a transformer which has a phase
error as small as possible, with regard to the frequency band of the circuit to
be used.
・If the voltage or the current of the circuit which is to be measured will
exceed its range as set on the 3167 unit, use an external voltage or current
transformer so as to ensure that the maximum sustainable value is not
exceeded.
When this is done, it its possible to read out the measured values directly by
using the PT and CT scaling functions.
・When extension wiring is in use, keep such wiring as far as possible away
from the 3167 unit in order to minimize the disturbing effects upon
measurement of the external magnetic field which it generates.
・Ensure that a ny instrument (recorder, digital multimeter,
oscilloscope,etc.) c onnected to the output terminal either ha s an
insulated input or is battery powered. Use of an instrument with
uninsulated input will result in a l oop between ground, the 3167, the
instrument, a nd ground, affecting the 3167’s analog ground level (the
reference potential) and rendering measurements and waveform
observations inaccurate.
The various chapters of this manual deal with the following subjects.
Follow the introduction to Chapter 1, which describes precautions on use,
overview, and features of this unit.
Chapter 1 Overviews and identification of indicators
Overview of the unit and its features and identification of indicators.
Chapter 2 Specifications
Specifications for the main unit, and measurement ranges.
Chapter 3 Before measurement
Describes setup and preparation for using the unit and important points to
note.
Chapter 4 Basic operation
Illustrates handling and basic unit operation with illustration and example for
each function or mode.
Chapter 5 Applied operation
Illustrates handling and applied unit operation with illustration and example
for each function or mode.
Chapter 6 Interface GP-IB, RS-232C
Describes summary of optional interfaces (GP-IB and RS-232C) and
commands.
Chapter 7 Maintenance and service
Covers maintenance and notes on ultimate disposal.
Chapter 8 Appendices
Collects range correspondence table, list of error massages and command
summary as appendices.
The 3167 AC/DC CLAMP ON POWER HiTESTER is a single phase power
tester suitable for measuring the electrical power consumption of low power
equipment such as domestic electrical products.
With this one unit, it is possible to measure voltage, current, active power,
apparent power, reactive power, the power factor, phase angle, frequency and
integrated value.
(1) Wide broad band DC, from 10 Hz to 50 kHz.
(2) In reactive power and the power factor indication, it is possible to recognize
the phase is lead or lag.
(3) The voltage range and current range are wide. (from 15 V to 600 V, from 2 A
to 500 A)
(4) Simultaneous three-channel analog output for voltage, current, and active
power is provided.
(5) Simultaneous three-channel monitor output (wave form output) for voltage,
current and active power is provided.
(6) It is possible to get the plus, minus, total current or power integrations
simultaneously.
(7) When you set the rectification method to DC, you can recognize the polarity of
direct voltage and direct current.
(8) The terminal for voltage measurements are insulated. Current measurement
is insulated in the clamp-on sensor.
(9) All measurement data has synchronism.
(10) GP-IB interface (option) is equipped. When connect GP-IB listen only printer,
manual printing of measurement data, time interval printing which
synchronize with integration measurement and help printing of setting items
are possible.
(11) RS-232C interface (option) is equipped. When connect RS-232C printer,
manual printing of measurement data, time interval printing which
synchronize with integration measurement and help printing of setting items
are possible.
(12) It is possible to change one of the apparent power, reactive power, power
factor, phase angle, frequency and integration value to direct voltage from D/A
output terminal in 2 V f.s..
Switches over the display a.4.2
In combination with the SHIFT key, this
demagnetizes the sensor.
4.5
Switches over the display b.4.2
In combination with the SHIFT key, this switches
between the setting display and the measurement
5
display.
Switches over the display c.4.2
Changes items of setting display.5
Switches over the voltage range.4.3
Moves the cursor to the left in the setting display.
5
Switches over the voltage range.4.3
Moves the cursor to the right in the setting display.
5
Switches over th e current range.4.3
Changes setting value of setting display.5
Switches over the current range.4.3
▼
Changes setting value of setting display.5
Holds display value.4.4
Confirms setting value of setting display.5
Validates the lower indicated function for that key
(Shift lamp lights).
In combination with the SHIFT key, changes rectifie
type.
In combination with the SHIFT key, executes
integration start or stop.
In combination with the SHIFT key, resets
integration value.
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4.1
5.4
5.4
Outputs the measuring value to the printer.6.8
In combination with the SHIFT key, outputs the
・Figures 2.4-1 and 2.4-2 show the internal configuration of the 3167.
・The measurement voltage is insulated in the input unit. The measurement
current is insulated in the clamp-on sensor. The input signals are amplified
to the required signal level, and output as monitor signals. At the same
time, they are input to the power calculation circuit and effective value
conversion circuit. In DC mode, however, without passing through the
effective value conversion circuit, the signals pass through a mean value
rectification circuit. The analog outputs are output with a full scale value
of ±2 V DC. In the AC mode, the DC component is eliminated.
・In the effective value conversion circuit, using a dedicated analog calculation
IC, conversion to an effective value by the effective value computation (true
RMS) or mean value rectified effective value computation (voltage only) is
carried out.
The outputs converted to effective values are smoothed, and output as 2 V
DC full-scale analog signals to the digital circuits and output terminals.
・In the power calculation circuit, a multiplier multiplies the voltage and
current, and the result is output as a 2 V DC full-scale analog signal to the
digital circuits and output terminals. The multiplied waveform is also
amplified and output as a monitor signal.
・For frequency measurement the voltage and current waveforms are shaped
by a filter, and output to the digital circuits.
・The peak detection circuit checks whether the voltage and current values
exceed the circuit operation levels, and if so outputs an "out-of-range" signal
to the digital circuits.
・The digital circuits perform A/D conversion of the analog output signals for
voltage, current, and active power, then transfer the A/D converted values to
the CPU, where these values are used for computational derivation of the
apparent power, reactive power, power factor, phase angle, and integrated
value.
The signal for frequency goes to a frequency counter where its frequency is
measured and calculated in the CPU. Signals input from the I/O port are
used for the calculation expression and lighting the LEDs. The I/O port is
also used for output of the signals (range signals and so forth) controlling
the analog circuits.
・The digital circuits also carry out external control, D/A conversion output,
In this unit, uses CLAMP ON SENSOR (9270, 9271 or 9272) or UNIVERSAL
CLAMP ON CT (9277, 9278 or 9279) for current input.
The clamp sensors are sold separately, so select a proper sensor.
Compatible sensor
・9270 (rated at 20 A AC)
・9271 (rated at 200 A AC)
・9272 (rated at 20 A AC or 200 A AC, ranges are changeable)
・9277 (rated at 20 A AC/DC)
・9278 (rated at 200 A AC/DC)
・9279 (rated at 500 A AC/DC)
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(2) Vol tage cord
Use attached 9179 VOLTAGE CORD.
A fuse is located in the voltage cord for additional protection.
Always use a fuse of the specified rating.
M0.3 A/250 V arc quenching fuse, 20 mm ×5.2 mm dia.
On care of cables, please keep following notes
Before using the product, make sure that the insulation on the sensor and
power cord is undamaged and that no bare conductors are improperly
exposed. Using the product under such conditions could result in
electrocution. Replace the sensor and voltage cord (9179) specified by
Hioki.
・Avoid stepping on or pinching the cable, which could damage the cable
insulation.
・Keep the cables well away from heat sources, as bare conductors could be
.2.2Fitting Method of Clamp-on Sensor and Voltage Cord
(1) Fittin g method of clamp-on sensor
Connect a CLAMP ON SENSOR (9270, 9271 or 9272) or a UNIVERSAL
CLAMP ON CT (9277, 9278 or 9279) to the clamp-on sensor connector. Push
the connector in until you hear a click and it is securely locked.
(2) Fittin g method of voltage cord
Insert the attached VOLTAGE CORD (9179) into the connector, then lock it
securely with the arms.
(1) Confirm power switch on front panel is "OFF".
(2) Connect voltage cord and current sensor.
(3) Connect attached AC adapter to AC power inlet on rear panel.
(4) Connect power code to the power outlet
(5) Turn on the power switch on front panel.
(6) All Indicators on front panel illuminate and begin self testing. (Refer to
3.4 "Self Test" for details.)
This test ends about for 10 seconds.
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NOTE
Use only the supplied Model 9418-10 AC ADAPTER (PSA-30U-120,
PHIHONG). AC adapter input voltage range is 100 to 240 VAC (with ±10%
stability) at 50/60 Hz. To avoid electrical hazards and damage to the
product, do not apply voltage outside of this range.
When power is turned off, do not apply voltage or current to the voltage input
terminal and clamp-on sensor. Doing so may damage the product.
Before measuring, please perform a warm-up at least for 30 minutes after the
power is turned on.
When a battery or other DC power supply is used, use a connector plug with
the positive terminal on the inside.
Battery
To prevent accidents, ground the negative side or connect it to the frame.
(1) When the test sample is grounded, connect the negative side to ground.
(For example: testing power lines indoors or outdoors, connect the negative
side to ground.)
(2) When the test sample is on a chassis ground isolated from ground, connect the
negative side to the chassis ground.
(For example: for vehicle-borne measurements, for testing vehicle parts when
the vehicle frame is taken as ground for the measurement, connect the
negative side to the frame.)
The power connector dimensions:
2.1 mm dia
5.5 mm dia
9.5 mm
The 3167 does not detect the battery voltage, so during long-term operation, it
is necessary to carry out separate checks on the battery.
Display b Software version number
Display c The rating of clamp-on sensor (when sensor is not connected,
"none" is displayed.)
Display example
Display
Display
Display
(3) When the optional interface is fitted, displayed as follows:
Display a Option name
(9588:GP-IB INTERFACE, 9592:RS-232C INTERFACE)
Display b baud rate (In GP-IB, nothing is displayed)
Display c Setting contents (GP-IB:address, RS-232C:data length, parity,
stop bits, control mode)
Display example of G P-IB
Display
Display
(address 1)(talk only
Display c
Display example of RS-232C
Display
Display
Display
(4) After self checking, errors are indicated in case that unusual matter is
founded.
(5) Nothing is displayed for two seconds.
(6) Enter normal measurement state.
For error indications, refer to 5.14.3 "Error indications".
・Settings at the power is turning on become previous condition. (Backup
function) However, this function does not work when internal lithium
battery is used up. In this case, error is indicated at the power is turning
on.
・The battery would run down after six years. Please contact your nearest
service representative for battery change.
・Don’t press the keys unnecessarily during self testing.
If the clamp-on sensor is different from the one which was connected when the
unit was last powered off, after self-tests (1), (2) and (3) have been displayed,
the clamp-on sensor rating display flashes.
Display example of 200 A AC/DC sensor
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NOTE
At this point, press any key one time to confirm the sensor. (display lights)
When clamp sensor is not connected or is pulled out, displayed as shown
below:
At this point, connect clamp sensor after the power is turned off.
In order to prevent damages of this unit and the sensor, never plug in or
unplug the sensor connector when the power is turned on.
Settings or operations depend on the sensor change as shown below:
1. Rectifier type AC+DC RMS (AC RMS in sensor dedicated for AC)
2. Current range Maximum range
3. Integration Stops forcibly or data reset
If the same sensor is connected, the integration calculation is forcibly stopped,
but other settings remain unchanged.
・After fitting the clamp sensor and voltage cord and power is turned on, make
connection.
・To measure accurately, the leads should connect correctly.
・Erroneous wiring may cause an accident. Please pay particular attention to
the following points.
.5.1Before connection to circuit
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The maximum input voltage (maximum sustainable input) is 600V DC/AC.
Attempting to measure voltage in excess of the maximum input could
destroy the product and result in personal injury or death.
Before using the product, make sure that the insulation on the sensor and
power cord is undamaged and that no bare conductors are improperly
exposed. Using the product under such conditions could result in
electrocution. Replace the sensor and voltage cord (9179) specified by
Hioki.
・Check the measurement range before taking measurements.
Note that the product may be damaged if the applied voltage or current
exceeds the measurement range.
・A fuse is located in the voltage cord for additional protection.
・In the event this fuse is blown replace it with a fuse of the specified rating.
(M0.3 A/250 V arc quenching fuse 20 mm ×5.2 mm dia.)
・Turn on the power and make sure that the power meter does not display
When the unit is connected to the live line, please pay particular attention to
the following points:
Safety gear
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Clamp sensor and voltage cord should only be connected to the
secondary side of a breaker, so the breaker can prevent an accident if a
short circuit occurs. Connections should never be made to the primary
side of a breaker, because unrestricted current flow could cause a
serious accident if a short circuit occurs.
Do not allow the voltage cord clips to touch two wires at the same time.
Never touch the edge of the metal clips.
When the clamp sensor is opened, do not allow the metal part of the
clamp to touch any exposed metal, or to short between two lines, and
do not use over bare conductors.
To avoid electric shock when measuring live lines, wear appropriate
protective gear, such as insulated rubber gloves, boots and a safety
helmet.
Cable handling
CAUTIO
・Avoid stepping on or pinching the cable, which could damage the cable
insulation.
・Do not use the damaged cables.
・Keep the cables well away from heat sources, as bare conductors could be
・To avoid damage to the product, protect it from vibration or shock during
transport and handling, and be especially careful to avoid dropping.
・Never disconnect the clamp sensor from the connecter of the main unit
which is connected to the live lines. Since power is supplied from the main
unit, damage to the unit is possible. If disconnects the sensor from the
connector, applying input without power supply may damage the unit.
・Use only specified clamp-on sensor or voltage cord.
・Taking the sensor apart may damage the open-close mechanism that could
result in and inoperative unit.
Notes when using CT
While supplying electricity to the current transformer, if the secondary is
open-circuited an extremely high voltage appears across the secondary
terminals, destroying the insulation and causing an electrical accident.
This unit can carry out measurement with a clamp-on sensor without
open-circuiting the secondary side, but when connecting it to other
instruments, to avoid the possibility of an electrical accident, short-circuit
the secondary side.
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How to clamp the clamp sensor to the line
To avoid short circuits and potentially life-threatening hazards, never
attach the clamp sensor to a circuit that operates at more than AC
600Vrms, or over bare conductors.
・mark is on the core section of clamp-on sensor.
・Position the sensor so that the
mark points the direction of the load,
and then close the core section (with the lever)
Current direction arrow
Point the direction of the load
Load side
Electric wire
Source side
Load side
Current direction arrow
Point the direction of
the load
.5.3How to make connections
Procedure
(1) Connect the clamp-on sensor to the clamp-on sensor connector on the rear
panel
(2) Plug the voltage cord into the voltage cord connector with the correct
polarity and lock the arms securely.
(3) Turn on the power.
(4) Connect the red and black voltage cord to the conductor to be measured.
(5) Clamp the clamp sensor to the line to which the red voltage cord is
(2) The present rectifier type displays on rectifier display.
Fig. 4.1-2 Rectifier display
(3) To change the type execute as follows.
Press the
Press the
key to illuminate the shift lamp (Shift condition).
key, the rectifier type is changed and shift lamp puts
out.
Select suitable rectifier type repeating these operation. In this operation,
shift condition is canceled with every key operation after that.
AC/DC Clamp Sensor
AC Clamp Sensor
NOTE
・When selecting DC, it is possible to display the polarity of voltage and
current.
・When selecting AC+DC or AC the displayed value of voltage and current
become always plus.
・For sine wave, both "average rectifier effective value converted (MEAN)" and
"real effective value (RMS)" indicate correct effective value. However, only
"real effective value" indicates correct value for the input which include
distorted wave or DC element.
・After starting integration, rectifier cannot change until the integration data
is reset. Also cannot change when display is under holding state.
(5) When selecting "TIME" in display b, integrate elapsed time is displayed as
follows;
From 0 minute to
99 hours and 59 minute
From 1000 hours to
9999 hours and 59 minute
From 100 hours to
999 hours and 59 minute
10000 hours
(6) In frequency display, the frequency measurement range is displayed as follows;
On shipping, frequency for voltage input is able to measure until 500 Hz.
Refer to Chapter 5 "Applied Operation" when measuring current input or
frequency over 500 Hz.
NOTE
Under setting condition, constants or condition is displayed on the display.
Auto means auto-ranging function.
Shift level for auto-ranging function shows as follows;
NOTE
hen measuring value is over 110% for range
hen OVER lamp is illuminated
hen measuring value is less than 30% for range
Range up
Range down
To release auto-ranging function press any key for range setting.
・In auto-ranging function sometimes range goes on up and down according to
distortion of input wave or size of measuring value. In this case, release
auto-ranging function and select range manually.
・OVER lamp illuminates when peak value of voltage input and current input
waveform are over three times for range. In this case, internal circuit works
abnormally. Select the range not to illuminate OVER lamp.
・When over input is applied such as out of range displayed by either voltage
or current, sometimes other measuring value become abnormal. Be sure to
select the range not to show out of range or illuminate OVER lamp in both
voltage and current.
・Apparent power shows out of range when either voltage or current shows
same display. Reactive power, power factor and phase angle shows out of
range when either active power and apparent power shows same display.
Power factor and phase angle shows out of range when apparent power is 0.
DANGE
Do not apply input that exceeds the maximum sustainable input. Doing
so may damage the unit or cause an accident that might result in injury
or death. Stop measurement promptly.
key, holding lamp is illuminated and preserve all measuring
value at that point. (Hold state)
Press the
key again, this lamp is turned off, and return normal
measuring condition.
Holding lam
Under hold state, operating is controlled as follows;
(1) Shifting of range and rectifier type are not allowed. (Error No.016 is
displayed.)
(2) Following settings are unable to change which are explained in Chapter 5.
"Applied Operation". (Error No.017 is displayed.)
ItemsAbbreviation
Selecting frequency measurement source and range
Setting integrate time and items
Setting PT ratio
Setting CT ratio
Selecting number of averaging
Selecting D/A output items
When using an AC/DC clamp-on sensor to measure DC, the sensor may
become magnetized. Always carry out demagnetizing before beginning
measurement operations.
Demagnetizing method
(1) Disconnect the clamp-on sensor from measurement line and close the core
section tightly.
(2) Press the
(3) Press the
(4) During demagnetizing, "
measurement is not executed for about 4 seconds.
key to light shift lamp.
key to carry out demagnetization.
" is displayed and
NOTE
・Ensure that no input is applied while carrying out demagnetization.
・When using an AC sensor, demagnetizing is not executed.
・During integrating, demagnetizing cannot be executed.
・When demagnetizing is executed by pressing the demagnetizing key on the
Universal clamp-on CT, numerical value is displayed on the display of the
main unit.
・During demagnetizing, various waveforms may appear on the analog output
and monitor output, but this is not a malfunction.
"Setup key" means every key shown in figure 5.2 Those key work as "Setup
key" during shift lamp is lightening. During shift lamp is put out, this
function does not work. However, those key work as the function shown with
black letters above them.
Fig. 5.2 Setup keys
Function of those keys are shown with blue letters or marks under them.
Overview for operating is as follows;
(1) Press the
key and illuminate shift lamp. Then press the
would be setting condition. To return to normal measuring condition, press
the
(2) Press the
key again.
key under setting condition setting items shift according to
the following cycle.
FREQINTGPTCTAV
GP-IB
DATA OUTD-A OUT
RS-232C
Setting items and present setting condition and so on are displayed.
Changeable setting value and so on flash.
(3) To change setting condition press
,,
,
▲
▼
They select mode or digit or increase and decrease values and so on.
(4) Changed setting condition is decided by pressing the
key. At this time
flashing stops. (light becomes normal condition)
(5) To continue changing setting items press the
key again.
key it
key.
NOTE
(6) Press the
During integrating (for RUN lump is lightening,) it cannot be changed to
key, return to normal measuring condition.
setting display. (For invalid key operation error No.012 is displayed.)
To move to setting stop integrating by pressing the
(1) Setup keys are able to select frequency measurement source (either voltage or
current waveform frequency) and frequency measurement range (either auto
range or fix range 500 Hz or 50 kHz). Display example under setting
condition is shown as follows;
Display a Display b Display c
(500 Hz range)(In Auto-range function
rA
NOTE
(2) To select frequency source press
▲
▼
,
key during display b is
flashing. (V or A)
To select range press
Pressing
,key can exchange flashing of display b for display c.
,key during display c is flashing.
(500 Hz, 50 kHz or AUTO)
(3) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. Internal settings
does not change until this is operated.
(4) When changing settings again press
,,
▲
,
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to integration setting press the
key.
key.
・When there is no flashing indication, setting cannot be changed (during
holding display). At this time, press the
measurement and press the
key to release holding condition.
key to return to
・Frequency is able to measure in following limits.
In 500 Hz range 4 Hz to 500 Hz
In 50 kHz range 400 Hz to 50 kHz
When it exceeds measuring limit following mark is displayed. (out of range)
▼
key.
・When the auto range mode is selected for frequency measurement, if there
is no input, or if the input is outside the permitted range, the display
appears as follows:
・The 3167 has a low-pass filter to remove harmonics which exceed the upper
limit of measurement and ensure that the target frequency can be measured
correctly. The cut-off frequency of this filter is switched together with the
range.
(1) Setup keys are able to select integrate items (either current or power
integration) and set integrate time. Display example under setting condition
is shown as follows;
Display a Display b Display
or W
hours minute
NOTE
(2) To select integrate items press
▲
flashing. During flashing display c values can change by
To move the digit flashing press
▼
,
key during display b is
▲
,
,key. It can also select
▼
whether to select integrate items or to set integrate time. The setting limit of
integrate time is 1 minute to 10000 hours. To set 10000 hours, set values to
zero in all digits.
(3) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide the settings. As long as this
key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(4) When changing settings again press
,,
▲
▼
,
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to PT setting press the
key.
key.
When there is no flashing indication, setting cannot be changed (during
holding display or integrating). At this time, press the
to measurement and press the
press the
and
keys to reset integrating data.
key to release holding condition or
key to return
key.
key.
.4.2Integrating
(1) Integrating can start by following two way.
By key operation
By external control signal (Refer to 5.13.2 "External Control Terminal")
(2) To start integrating lighten shift lamp by pressing the
the
key under normal measuring condition. simultaneously RUN
lamp on the display is lit.
(3) To stop integrating lighten shift lamp by pressing the
(4) If integration is stopped then started again, the integration count will
continue from the previous cumulative value.
(5) Integrating value must be reset when you want to begin it from 0 after
stopping. To reset values lighten shift lamp by pressing the
press the
key.
key and
(6) Integrating would stop under following condition.
When achieving integrate time.
When stopped by key operation. (or by ":INTEGrate:STATe STOP"
command of GP-IB or RS-232C)
When integrate time achieve 10000 hours.
When integrate value achieve ±999999 MAh (MWh).
When disconnects clamp-on sensor from this unit or changes of the rating of
the clamp-on sensor. (While outputting to the printer, prints integrate
elapsed time and an error comment of "SENSOR ERROR".
NOTE
・When starting integration auto range setting is released and fixed on
starting point. It is necessary to set range not to be over inputting while
integrating. If during integration an input value exceeds 130 % of the
current range setting, the value added is just 130 % of the range. The Ah or
Wh unit indication flashes to indicate that an out-of-range value has
occurred. This continues flashing until the integration value is reset.
・When lightening RUN lamp for integration, range and rectifier can not
change.
And setup keys are invalid. (error No.012 is displayed)
・Even if RUN lamp is turned off, when there is integrate data (the data is
not reset) range and rectifier are unable to change. (error No.012 is
displayed) As following table, one of setup keys function are invalid. And in
case of holding display under this condition, changeable items are limited.
ItemsDisplayChange
Selecting frequency measurement source and rangeYesYesNo
Setting integrate time and selecting integrate itemsYesNoNo
Setting PT ratioYesNoNo
Change in
holding condition
Setting CT ratioYesNoNo
Selecting the number of averagingYesYesNo
Selecting D/A output itemsYesYesNo
Setting GP-IB addressYesYesYes
Setting RS-232CYesYesYes
Selecting printing items for GP-IB listen only printer or
RS-232C printer
Setting printing interval time for GP-IB listen only printer
or RS-232C printer
・When integrated by external control, displayin table above would be as
follows;
(W)
・During lightening RUN lamp for integration, resetting is out of order (error
No.015 is displayed). Resetting must be done after stopping integration.
・On starting and stopping integration key operating (and START command
of GP-IB or RS-232C) and external control are unable to mix (error No.011
is displayed).
・When using external control, integrating has no relation to integrate time
which is set according to 5.4.1 "Settings". After all, integration stops in
following cases.
Stopped by external control signals.
When the integrate time achieves 10000 hours.
When the integrate value achieves ±999999 MAh (MWh).
When disconnects clamp-on sensor from this unit or changes of the rating of
clamp-on sensor. (While outputting to the printer, prints integrate elapsed
time and an error comment of "SENSOR ERROR".)
But, integrate elapsed time can display normally same as key operating.
・During displaying "S. Err", integrating cannot start (error No.013 is
displayed). In this case, change PT ratio and CT ratio. Refer to Section 5.5
"PT Settings" or 5.6 "CT Settings".
・When the integrate value achieves "999999M" or when the integrate time
achieves 10000 hours, integrating cannot restart. (Error 014) In this case,
press the
and
keys to reset integrating data.
・When equip 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE provided as an option, set the unit to
printer mode and connect GP-IB listen only printer, measuring value which
is set in 5.11 "Selecting the Printing Items" are able to print according to
every certain interval simultaneously as starting integration.
・When equip 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE provided as an option, set the unit
to printer mode and connect RS-232C printer, measuring value which is set
in 5.11 "Selecting the Printing Items" are able to print according to every
certain interval simultaneously as starting integration.
・When doing system resetting, integrating is stopped and the equipment is
reset to initial condition. For system resetting refer to 5.14.2 "System
Resetting".
・When the clamp-on sensor is disconnected from the unit and a different
clamp-on sensor connected, or when the rating of the clamp-on sensor is
changed, the new clamp-on sensor rating is displayed flashing. At this
point, any key input, or the receipt of a GP-IB or RS-232C command, resets
the integration value. On returning to the original clamp-on sensor or
original rating, the integration value is not reset.
・When the power is cut off during integrating, integration starts again after
returned. If during printing, print integrate elapsed time and power cut
comment "POWER FAILURE".
Format in integration reset are showed in table 5.4-1 and 5.4-2.
Digits of integrate value and integrate range format carry up or down
simultaneously. (However, digits do not carry down in integration reset
format.)
Table 5.4-1 Constitution of current integrate range
(1) When using external PT, upstream value can read directly by operating with
setup key. (scaling function)
Display example under setting condition would be as follows;
Display a Display b Displ ay c
NOTE
(2) When display c is flashing values can change by
▲
▼
,
key. (The
digits do not carry up or down.) To move flashing digit press
key.
(3) When left side digit is flashing, decimal point flashes by pressing
When right side digit is flashing decimal point flashes by pressing
When decimal point is flashing it can move by
(4) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. As long as this
▲
▼
,
key.
key is pressed, internal settings unable to change. Scaling lamp is lit when
PT is except 1. (Refer to figure 5.5)
(5) When changing settings again, press
,,
▲
▼
,
Flashing indication appears.
(6) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(7) To move to CT setting press the
key.
key.
・When there is no flashing indication, setting cannot be changed (during
holding display or integrating). At this time, press the
to measurement and press the
press the
and
keys to reset integrating data.
key to release holding condition or
key to return
・Setting limit of PT ratio is 1 to 9999. When display PT ratio less than 1
and press the
key, "1.000" is set forcibly.
・As result of scaling, if value is over the maximum value "9999M", following
mark is displayed. (Means scaling error)
,
key.
key.
key.
When active and apparent power become scaling error, reactive power,
power factor, phase angle and power integrate value display this error too.
However, when becomes out of range, "o.r" is displayed.
Confirm whether hold lamp is turned off and integrate data is reset. (For
integration refer to 5.4 "Integration".)
When hold lamp is lit, setting is out of order. During integrating or in case of
not reset integrate data in spite of stopping integration, setting is also unable.
Setting samples
In this section, explain when using following PT and CT.
PT: Upstream 6,600 V Downstream 110 V (PT ratio 6,600÷110=60)
CT: Upstream 2,000 A Downstream 5 A (CT ratio 2,000÷5=400)
Uses clamp-on sensor (9270) rated at 20 A
Procedure
(1) Press the
(2) Press the
key and lighten shift lamp.
key and make setting condition. Displays in this case
become as follows;
Flashing
If this equipment is changed from initial setting, which item of (3) is displayed.
(3) Press the
(4) Set PT. Press the
key, setting items shift according to the following cycle.
key and display following marks.
The highest unit flashing
(When PT ratio except 1 is already set that value is displayed.) Not flashing
the highest unit means during the display holding or not reset the integrate
data. At this time press the
release holding state by the
(9) Because range setting is set at downstream of PT and CT, as a rule make it
150 V and 5 A range. Resolvable range such as voltage, current on active
power become as follows.
Voltage 9.000 kV (150 V ×60)
Current 2.000 kA (5 A ×400)
Active power 18.00 MW (150 V ×5A×60 ×400)
Apparent power 18.00 MVA
Reactive power 18.00 Mvar
Current integration 0.00000 kAh (On starting integration)
Power integration 0.0000 MWh (On starting integration)
(1) Average function is good when the measuring value is hard to read for its
instability. The 3167 performs movable averaging but can select its number.
(For frequency measurement, this function is invalid.) Display example under
setting condition would be as follows;
Display a Display b Displa y c
(2) During display c is flashing, the number of averaging can change by key
operation as follows;
Move to righ
→ →→→→→
(64) OFF 8 16 32 64 (OFF
← ← ← ← ← ←
NOTE
Move to le
(3) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. As long as this
key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change. Average lamp is lit
when the number of averaging is except off. (Refer to figure 5.8)
Fig. 5.8 Average lamp
(4) When changing settings again, press
,,
▲
,
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to selecting D/A output press the
key.
key.
・When there is no flashing indication, setting cannot be changed (during
holding display). At this time, press the
measurement state and press the
key to release holding condition.
key to return to
・If during averaging an input value exceeds 130 % of the current range
setting, the value used for averaging is just 130 % of the range. While an
averaged value which includes an out-of-range value is being displayed, the
unit indication flashes to indicate this fact.
(1) By converting the measurement data to a DC voltage, and outputting it to a
recorder, it is possible to monitor long-term changes at a glance. D/A output
means the function which changes measuring data (digital value) to voltage
(analog value). For voltage, current and active power use analog output. Both
D/A and analog are output from rear panel connector. Refer to 5.13 "External
Control Terminal and Output Terminal".
(2) Display example under setting condition would be as follows;
Display a Display b Display c
(3) Measuring data output from D/A is displayed by symbols in display c. During
unit symbols in display c is flashing, they shift according to the following cycle
by key operation;
For integrated values, the current setting (current integration or power
integration) is determined automatically and the corresponding value output.
Move to right
→ →→→→→→→→
(ADD Ah/Wh) VA var PF deg Hz +Ah/Wh -Ah/Wh ADD Ah/Wh (VA
← ←←←←←←←←
Move to left
(4) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. As long as this
key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(5) When changing settings again, press
,,
▲
▼
,
key.
Flashing indication appears.
(6) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(7) To move to setting interface press the
key. However, when 9588 GP-
key.
IB INTERFACE or 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE is not equipped, return to first
The settings displayed differ according to whether an optional 9588 GP-IB
INTERFACE is fitted or an optional 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE is fitted.
.10.1Setting the GP-IB Address
(1) When equipped 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE provided as an option this
equipment is able to remote control by GP-IB. Address is set by setup key.
Setting limit of address is 0 to 30 and talk only. Display example under
setting condition would be as follows;
Display a Display b Display c
(For address 1)(For talk only
(2) During display c flashing each of
able to change address. When address is "00", pressing,
makes mode of talk only. When it is "30" pressing
makes mode of talk only.
(3) Pressing the
this key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(4) When changing settings again press
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to selecting the printing items press the
key stops flashing and decide the settings. As long as
.10.2Setting the RS-232C Interface
(1) When equipped 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE provided as an option this equipment
is able to remote control by RS-232C. Baud rate, data length, parity, stop bits,
control mode are set by setup key. Setting value of each item are as follows:
Band rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps
Data length 7,8 bits
Parity none, odd, even
Stop bits 1,2 bits
Communications mode Control mode (Co.), printer mode (Pr.)
Display example under setting condition would be as follows;
key stops flashing and decide the settings. As long as
this key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(4) When changing settings again press the
,,
▲
,
key. Flashing indication appears.
▼
NOTE
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to selecting the printing items press the
key.
key.
When the unit is controlled by connection to a computer, set the
communications mode to "Co." (control mode). Also, when connection to a
printer, set to "Pr." (printer mode). If set to "Pr", TLK lamp lights.
(1) When Equip 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE provided as an option, set address to
talk only, and connect GP-IB listen only printer measuring value are able to
print to printer. When Equip 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE provided as an
option, set communications mode to printer mode, and connect RS-232C
printer measuring value are able to print to printer.
Display example under setting condition would be as follows;
Display a Displ ay b Display c
NOTE
(2) Select printing items with
In case not output voltage
easuring value)
,key. At this time, unit symbols of
In case output voltag
easuring value)
display b and c are lit and displays items. "ON" showed on display c means
printing that item. "OFF" showed on display c means not printing that item.
Whether on or off can change by pressing
▲
▼
,
key. Repeating
this operating and select "ON" or "OFF" for every items.
(3) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. As long as this
key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(4) When changing settings again, press
,,
▲
▼
,
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
(6) To move to setting the print interval time press the
key.
key.
When all the printing items are set to "OFF", the effect of pressing the
key or of interval printing is to output the printer elapsed time and
the values of the a, b and c displays. (Printing example: Section 6.8.8.)
The values of the a, b, and c displays are produced by the "MEAS?" command.
(1) When Equip 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE provided as an option, set address to
talk only, and connect GP-IB listen only printer measuring value are able to
print to printer. When Equip 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE provided as an
option, set communications mode to printer mode, and connect RS-232C
printer measuring value are able to print to printer.
And at the same time of integration starting, in every certain intervals,
measuring value which is set in 5.11 "Selecting the Printing Items" can print.
In this section, set that interval. Display example under setting condition
would be as follows;
Display a Display b Display c
NOTE
hoursminutes 10 second
(2) Flashing unit can move with
can change with
▲
,
▼
,key. Values of flashing unit
key. The smallest unit of setting limit is 10
seconds and biggest is 100 hours. If input more times, it is set to 100 hours
in force at pressing the
(3) Pressing the
key stops flashing and decide settings. As long as this
key.
key is pressed, internal settings are unable to change.
(4) When changing settings again, press
,,
▲
▼
,
Flashing indication appears.
(5) To return to normal measuring condition press the
key key.
(6) To return to first condition of frequency measuring press the
If the printing interval is set to 0, printing is synchronized with the start of
integration is not executed.
Outputs ±2 V DCf.s. direct voltage for range.
Outputs simultaneously for voltage(V), current(A) and active power(W).
(2) Monitor output (Vm, Am, Wm terminals)
Waveform output 2 Vf.s. for range.
Outputs simultaneously for voltage(V), current(A) and active power(W).
(3) D/A output (D/A OUT terminal)
Refer to 5.9 "Selecting D/A output".
Output resistance of these terminals are about 100 Ω.
NOTE
・On the waveform of the monitor output for active power, there may be a
noise signal present for approximately 50 ms.
・Use ANALOG GND terminal for common of output terminal.
・Ensure that a ny instrument (recorder, digital multimeter,
oscilloscope,etc.) c onnected to the output terminal either ha s an
insulated input or is battery powered. Use of an instrument with
uninsulated input will result in a l oop between ground, the 3167, the
instrument, a nd ground, affecting the 3167’s analog ground level (the
reference potential) and rendering measurements and waveform
observations inaccurate.
The external control terminals accept a 0/5 V logic signal or a relay contact
short/open signal to control the unit.
For details of the settings, refer to Section 5.4 "Integration", and Sections 5.10
"Setting Interface" through 5.12 "Setting the Print Interval Time".
CAUTIO
・Voltage applying except 0/5 V causes damages.
・If there is remarkable chattering in contact point signal sometimes controls
become abnormally.
・Use EXT GND terminal for common of external control terminal.
(1) Integration start and stop (INTEGRATOR START/STOP terminal)
(1) Use suitable wires bared at their ends for a length of about 10 mm.
(2) As shown in figure 5.13-5, depress the knob on the terminal with a
screwdriver, and push the end of the wire into the connection hole.
(3) Release the screwdriver, and the wires will be locked into place.
(4) Use the same procedure to remove the wires.
Recommended wire size Single strand
1.0 mm dia. (AWG #18)
Multi-stranded
0.75 mm
Usable wire Single strand
0.4 to 1.0 mm dia.
(AWG 26 to 18)
Multi-stranded
0.3 to 0.75 mm
(AWG 22 to 20)
strand diameter
at least 0.18 mm.
Strand stripping length 10 mm
2
2
CAUTIO
NOTE
To prevent damage of this equipment, not apply input externally to output
terminal.
・Analog output voltage is ±2 V DCf.s. for each range. Monitor output is 2
Vf.s. for each range. When using PT・CT, range multiplied by value of those
is 2 V.
・When using measuring range as auto ranging, analog output rate changes
as range changing. Be careful of making mistake for range conversion when
recording on the such line measuring value changes hard. In such
measurement we advice you to measure in fixed ranging.
・Output response time is about 1.1 sec. Note that if there are fluctuations on
the line being measured which happen faster than the response time of the
unit, errors in the output voltage may occur.
(1) When the power is cut off during integrating, integration starts again after
that.
(2) When the power is cut off during equipped 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE provided
as an option and using listen only printer, or equipped 9592 RS-232C
INTERFACE as an option and using RS-232C printer, after returned,
When the power is cut off during data forwarding, reforward from the top
of the data.
When it is cut off during integrating, print integrate elapsed time and
power cut comment "POWER FAILUR".
(3) During above-stated transaction display following marks.
.14.2System Resetting
After power turning on, press the
self testing, you can do system resetting. (For self testing, refer to 3.4 "Self
Test.")
By above-stated operation, settings are reset following initial condition. (On
shipping each settings are set under initial condition.) Integrate elapsed time
or integrate value and so on are also reset.
Display aVoltage
Display bCurrent
Display cActive power
Voltage range600 V
Current rangeSensor rated at 20 A : 20 A
Sensor rated at 200 A : 200 A
Sensor rated at 500 A : 500 A
Rectifier t ypeAC Clamp-on se nsor AC RMS
AC/DC Clamp-on sensor AC+DC RMS
Frequency range500 Hz
Frequency measurement sourceVoltage
Integrate time1000:00 (1,000hours)
Integrate itemsActive power
PT ratio1.000
CT ratio1.000
D/A output itemsAppa rent power
The number of averagingOFF (No averaging)
Printing itemsAll items
Print interval time000:00:00 (No interval printing)
GP-IB address1
When there is something wrong for self testing at the power turning on or
operates wrong key in integrating or holding the display, error indications are
displayed.
A list of error indication
Error
number
001Backup error25
101ROM errorRequires repair
102RAM errorRequires repair
103I/O port errorRequires repair
104Frequency measurement circuit errorRequires repair
105A/D and D/A converter errorRequires repair
106Display and key control circuit 1 errorRequires repair
107Display and key control circuit 2 errorRequires repair
108Interrupt handler faultRequires repair
109RS-232C circuit errorRequires repair
110Clamp sensor is disconnected25
011Integration key operation and external control used together46
012Integration invalid key press during integration operation45
013Integration integration started while scaling error has46
014Integration restarted from maximum integration count or occurred
integration elapsed time
ErrorsPages
46
015Integration integration reset carried out during integration46
016Invalid key press during display hold38
017Invalid key press during setting38
021Interface data out or help operation carried out while not set to
"talk only" (GP-IB) or "printer mode" (RS-232C)
Data out or help operation carried out when interface
or is not installed
022Interface no space left in internal data buffer152
023Interface not connected printer, timeout occurred163, 164
・Error 001: When there is a backup error, pressing any key frees the display
and returns to the normal measurement state. The 3167, however,
undergoes a system reset. (Refer to Section 5.14.2 "System Resetting".)
This error happens when internal lithium battery is used up. Please contact
your nearest service representative for battery change. The battery would
run down after six years.
・Errors 101 to 109 indicate internal problems with the 3167. If these error
indications appear, the unit requires repair.
・Error 110 is displayed when sensor is disconnected. This is released by
connecting the sensor. However, before installing the sensor, turn off the
power switch.
・If the sensor fitted is different from the one which was previously used, after
a power-on, after the self-tests have been completed, the clamp sensor rating
display flashes. At this point, press any key to confirm the sensor.
Settings or operations depend on the sensor change, as indicated below.
1. Rectifier type AC+DC RMS (AC RMS in sensor dedicated for AC)
2. Current range Maximum range
3. Integration Stops forcibly or data reset
If the same sensor is connected, the integration calculation is forcibly
stopped, but other settings remain unchanged.
On the 9588, if the output queue becomes full, it is cleared and a query error
is generated. This does not correspond to the clearing of the output queue and
the outputting of a query error in the deadlock state as stipulated in IEEE
488.2.
(A deadlock state occurs when both the input buffer and the output queue are
full, and processing cannot continue normally.)
■ Hardware handshake Can be transmitted and received. (Set with the
RS232c:HANDshake command)
■ Execution confirmation After analyzing and executing one line of data
messages (data up to the terminator) from the controller, a
numeric data value (ASCII) is returned. (Set with
the RS232c:ANSWer command)
Transmitted data
000 no error
nnn error detected in item nnn of the received
program code
In the case of a query command, the transmission
is appended after the response message.
■ Electrical characteristics Input voltage levels +5 V to +15 V on
-15 V to -5 V off
Output voltage levels (load impedance 3 kΩ to 7 kΩ)
+5 V to +9 V on
-9 V to -5 V off
Connector pin assignment and function
Pin N
RS-232CCCITTSignal name
AA(GND)101Frame Ground
BA (TXD)103Send Data
BB (RXD)104Receive Data
CA (RTS)105Request to Send
CB (CTS)106Clear to Send
AB (GND)102Signal Ground
CF (DCD)109Data channel receive
There are two types of printer: ones with pin 2 of the RS-232C interface for
"receive data" (BB), and ones with pin 3 for "receive data" (BB).
For a printer with pin 2 for "receive data", use a "straight" cable (with samenumbered pins connected).
For a printer with pin 3 for "receive data", use a cable with pin connections as
shown above.
To avoid electric shock accident, before removing or replacing an
interface, power cord, and clamp sensor, confirm that the instrument is
turned off and that the power cord are disconnected.
The mounting screws must be firmly tightened or the input unit may not
perform to specifications, or may even fail.
To avoid the danger of electric shock, never operate the product with an
9588 GP-IB INTERFACE/9592 RS-232C INTERFACE. To use the product
after removing an interface, install a blank panel over the opening of the
removed module.
The space for fitting the 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE or the 9592 RS-232C
INTERFACE in the rear panel of the 3167 is covered with a blanking plate.
Follow these three steps to install the interface:
(1) Remove the fixing screws, and take off the blanking plate. (Be careful not to
lose the screws.)
(2) Insert the interface option into the exposed slot in the rear of the 3167 by
sliding its guide rails along the rails provided on the sides of the inside of the
slot. (See the figure below)
(3) Push the interface option firmly into place, and fix with the screws removed in
step (1).
Ensure that the fixing screws for the interface are fastened securely. Loose
screws can lead to added susceptibility to noise, and operational errors.
WARNIN
NOTE
3167
crews
To avoid the danger of electric shock, never operate the 3167 unit with
an input unit such as GP-IB or RS-232C interface removed.
If you should wish to use the unit after removing an input unit, fit a
blanking panel over the opening of the removed unit.
Ensure that the screws for the interface cable are fastened securely.
When 9588 GP-IB INTERFACE is fitted
These indicators show the GP-IB control state:
RMT: Remote
TLK: Talker
When 9592 RS-232C INTERFACE is fitted
These indicators show the RS-232C control state:
RMT: Remote
TLK: Printer Mode (Pr.)
NOTE
Data out/help output key (
When using GP-IB in talk only mode or RS-232C
in printer mode, measuring value or setting state
can output with this key.
LOCAL key (LOCAL)
Press this key to release the remote state of the
GP-IB or RS-232C interface and to resume the
local state. However, the LOCAL key is disabled
if the GP-IB controller has put the unit into the
local lock out state. (Only when GP-IB is fitted.)
When communications are carried out by means of a controller, both the GPIB and RS-232C interfaces go into the remote mode, and key input is not
accepted. To execute key input, release the remote state with the
・When connecting to a controller, set as follows:
GP-IB any address
RS-232C Control mode (Co.)
・When connecting to a printer, set as follows:
GP-IB Talk only
RS-232C Printer mode (Pr.)
(1) All of the functions of the 3167 main unit, except for powering on, can be
controlled.
(2) The unit can be reset.
(3) In the hold state, single-shot measurement is possible.
(4) IEEE 488.2-1987 standard (essential) commands can be used.
(5) This unit can output manual, time interval and help output using the talk
only mode or printer mode.
.5.2Messages
Data received or sent by the GP-IB interface is called a message. The
following are the message types:
Of these, program messages are those received by the unit from the controller,
while response messages are those sent from the unit to the controller.
(1) Program messages
Program messages can be divided into either command messages or query
messages. Command messages are orders for control of the unit, such as for
making settings or for reset or the like. Query messages are orders for
responses relating to results of operation, results of measurement, or the state
After a query message has been received, a response message is produced the
moment that its syntax has been checked. It is also possible to change the
message unit separator of response messages from the semicolon ";" to the
comma "," when headers are off, using the command "TRANsmit:SEParator".
Initially this separator is set to the semicolon ";".
A space is represented by "_" in this manual.
Headers on "V_+101.2 E+0;A_+1.200 E-3"
Headers off "+101.2 E+0;+1.200 E-3"
↓
Headers off "+101.2 E+0,+1.200 E-3"
(3) Execution confirmation message
Execution confirmation message is the numeric data (ASCII) created by
analyzing and executing one line of data (data up to the terminator) from the
controller. This numeric data is returned to the controller. The controller and
this unit are synchronized by means of this data.
(Refer to 6.1.2 "RS-232C".)
.5.3Command Syntax
The names of commands for the 3167 are as far as possible mnemonic.
Furthermore, all commands have a long form, and an abbreviated short form.
In command references in this manual, the short form is written in upper case
letters, and then this is continued in lower case letters so as to constitute the
long form. Either of these forms will be accepted during operation, but
intermediate forms will not be accepted. Further, during operation both
lower case letters and upper case letters will be accepted without distinction.
Example For "DISPLAY", either "DISPlay" or "DISP" will be accepted. However, any
one of "DISPLA", "DISPL", or "DIS" is wrong and will generate an error.
Response messages generated by the 3167 are in long form and in upper case
The 3167 recognizes,
(1) linefeed character (0AH) (GP-IB, RS-232C) ,
(2) EOI signal (GP-IB only),
(3) LF with EOI (GP-IB only),
as message terminators.
To terminate a response message, the 3167 always provides the appropriate
EOI signal, and also sends a terminating character sequence. By the use of
the "TRANsmit:TERMinator" command either of the following can be selected
as response message terminator sequence:
GP-IBRS-232C
(1)LF with EOI (linefeed only)LF
The initial selection is (1).
A detailed explanation of the "TRANsmit:TERMinator" command is given in
Section 6.6.2, "Commands specific to the 3167."
.5.6Separators
(1) Message unit separator
A semicolon ";" is used as a message unit separator when it is desired to set
out several messages on a single line.
Example "
RST ; :SCALe:CT_4 ; :AVERaging_64"
*
(2) Header separator
In a message which has a header and data, a space (represented by "_" in the
examples) is used as the header separator to separate the header from the
data.
(2)
CR + LF with EOI
(carriage return plus linefeed
CR + LF
Example ":VOLTage:AUTO_ON"
(3) Data separator
If a message has several data items, commas are required as data separators
for separating these data items from one another.
When several compound commands have a common head portion, for example
:SCAL:PT and :SCAL:CT, then, when and only when writing them directly
following on from one another, this common portion (:SCAL: in this example)
can be omitted from each command except for the first one. This common
portion is called "the current path", by analogy with the general concept of the
current directory in the directory structure of UNIX or MSDOS, and until it is
cleared the analysis of following commands is performed by deeming them to
be preceded by the current path which has been curtailed in the interests of
brevity. This manner of using the current path is shown in the following
example:
Normal expression
":SCALe:CT_2;:SCALe:PT_10;:SCALe:CT?"
Abbreviated expression:
" :SCALe:
The current path is cleared when the power is turned on, when a system reset
is performed by key input, when a colon ":" appears at the start of a command,
and when a message terminator is detected.
Messages of standard command form can be executed without relation to the
current path. Further, they have no effect upon the current path.
It is not necessary to prefix a colon ":" at the start of headers of simple commands
and compound commands. However, in order to prevent confusion with
abbreviated forms and mistakes in operation, it is recommended practice always
to prefix ":" to headers.
With the 3167, there are nine possible current paths:
":VOLTage:", ":CURRent:", ":SCALe:", ":TRANsmit:", ":FREQuency:",
":INTEGrate:", ":DATAout:", ":RS232c:" and ":STATus:"
CT_2;PT_10;CT?"
This becomes the current path, and can be curtailed from the
following commands.
In its implementation of the serial polling function using service requests, the
3167 employs the status model specified by IEEE 488.2.
The term "event" refers to any phenomenon which generates a service request.
Generation of service requests
Status byte register (STB
Generation of service
request (SRQ)
Represents standard event registe
Data is present in the output queue
Bits represent corresponding event registers
bit 7
bit 6
bit 5
bit 4bit 3bit 2bit 1bit 0
SRQ
MSS
Logical sum
bit 7bit 6
ESBMAVESB1ESB0
&
・・・ ・・・・・・・・・・・ ・・・
bit 5
&&&
bit 4bit 3bit 2bit 1bit 0
×ESBMAVESB1ESB0
Service request enable register (SRER
The status byte register holds information relating to the event registers and
the output queue. It is further possible to use the service request enable
register as a mask to select the items required. If any of the bits selected by
the mask becomes 1, bit 6 (the master summary status or MSS bit) is also set
to 1, an SRQ message is generated, and this generates a service request.