INSTRUCTION MANUAL
9267
SAFETY TEST DATA
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Contents
Introduction i
Safety Notes i
Notes on Use ii
Chapter 1 Setup 1
1.1 Operating environment 1
1.2 Installation
1.3 Uninstallation
Chapter 2 Specifications 5
Chapter 3 Before Using the Software 7
3.1 Outline of the Product 7
3.2 Test Details and Compatible Testers
3.3 Serial-Port Check
3.4 Tester Connection and Communication-Function
Settings
Chapter 4 Initial Settings (Settings to Be Made
Prior to Operation) 9
4.1 Test-Sequence Settings and Tester Selection 9
4.2 Serial-Port Settings
10
Chapter 5 Execution of Safety Tests
(General Flowchart) 11
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5.1 Safety-Test Flowchart 11
5.2 Before Conducting Tests
5.3 Starting Tests
5.4 Test-Result Display and Data File
5.5 File Format
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Chapter 6 Using the Functions 17
Chapter 7 Other Information 25
7.1 Troubleshooting 25
7.2 Support
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User's License Agreement
Important:
Please read the following agreement carefully. This user's license agreement (hereafter referred to
as Agreement) is a legal contract between the software user (individual or institution) and HIOKI
E. E. CORPORATION (hereafter referred to as HIOKI). The term "software" includes any related
electronic documentation and computer software and media, as well as any printed matter (such
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By installing, reproducing, or using the software, you, the Licensee, agree to accept the license
terms set forth in this Agreement.
Returning the User Registration Card
If you consent to the terms in this Agreement, please return the provided User Registration Card
(postcard) to HIOKI. Only registered users will receive software support and up-to-date
information services.
Overseas customers do not need to return the User Registration Card, and will receive
information services from their HIOKI distributor.
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(1) License
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specified computer system.
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You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software.
2. Separation of components:
This software is licensed for use as a single product. You may not separate the components
for use on multiple computer systems.
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You may not loan or lease the software.
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You may transfer full rights in accordance with this Agreement. However, if you do so, you
may not retain any copy of the software, but must transfer the software in its entirety (all
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In the event that the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement are violated, HIOKI
retains the right to cancel this Agreement without compromise of any of its other rights. In
this event, you must destroy all copies of the software and its components.
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and are protected by copyright laws and international agreement regulations. Accordingly, you
must treat the software as you would any other copyrighted document. However, you are
permitted to make copies as indicated in (A) and (B) below provided such copies are not
intended for use other than back-up purposes.
(A) You may make a single copy of the software.
(B) You may install this software on a single computer. However, you may not reproduce the
documentation supplied with the software, such as the Instruction Manual.
(4) Dual media software
You may receive the same software on more than one type of media. However, regardless of the
type and size of media provided, you may only use one media type and only on a single
computer. You must not use or install the other media on any other computer. Furthermore,
except when transferring the software as stipulated above, you may not loan, lease, or transfer
the other media to any other user.
(5) Warranty
1. HIOKI reserves the right to make changes to the software specifications without any prior
warning. If HIOKI releases a new version of the software, it will provide registered users with
information about the revised software.
2. If the software does not operate in accordance with the supplied Instruction Manual, or the
software media or Instruction Manual are damaged in any way, you have one year from the
date of purchase to apply for either an exchange or repair at HIOKI's discretion.
3. In no event will HIOKI be liable for any damages resulting from fire, earthquake, or actions of
a third party under the conditions stated in item number 2 above, or for any damage caused as
a result of your using the software incorrectly or under unusual circumstances. Further, the
warranty is invalid if the following occurs:
Damage incurred through transport, moving, droppage, or any other kind of impact after you
purchased the software.
Damage incurred through any form of alteration, unwarranted servicing, or any other type of
mistreatment.
4. In the event that the software is exchanged or repaired, the period of warranty expires on the
latest occurring date out of the day stated in the original warranty, and exactly 6 months from
the day the exchanged/repaired software is returned to you.
5. Regardless of the grounds for making a legal claim, HIOKI and its licensors will not be liable
for any damage incurred (including, but not limited to: lost profits, suspension of business,
loss of data or lost savings) unstated in the warranty terms for the use of this software. This is
true even if HIOKI is notified of the possibility of such damages. In any event, HIOKI's
liability shall be limited only to replacing defective software with software that is not defective
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI "Model 9267 SAFETY TEST DATA
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE." To obtain maximum performance from the
product, please read this manual first, and keep it handy for future reference.
Safety Notes
This manual contains information and warnings essential for safe operation
of the product and for maintaining it in safe operating condition. Before
using it, be sure to carefully read the following safety precautions.
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Safety symbols
CAUTION
NOTE
Notation
In the manual, the symbol indicates particularly important information that
the user should read before using the product.
The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative importance of
cautions and warnings.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a possibility of injury to the user or
damage to the product.
Indicates advisory items related to performance or correct operation of the
product.
・Unless otherwise specified, ﾒWindowsﾓ represents Windows 95, 98, Me,
Widows NT4.0, Windows 2000, or Windows XP.
・Dialogue box represents a Windows dialog box.
・Menus, commands, dialogs, buttons in a dialog, and other names on the
screen and the keys are indicated in brackets.
Mouse Operation
Click Press and quickly release the left button of the mouse.
Right-click Press and quickly release the right button of the mouse.
Double click Quickly click the left button of the mouse twice.
Drag While holding down the left button of the mouse, move the
mouse and then release the left button to deposit the chosen
item in the desired position.
Activate Click on a window on the screen to activate that window.
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Notes on Use
In order to ensure safe operation and to obtain maximum performance from
the unit, observe the cautions listed below.
CAUTION
Always hold the disc by the edges, so as not to make fingerprints on the
disc or scratch the printing.
Never touch the recorded side of the disc. Do not place the disc directly
on anything hard.
Do not wet the disc with volatile alcohol or water, as there is a possibility
of the label printing disappearing.
To write on the disc label surface, use a spirit-based felt pen. Do not use
a ball-point pen or hard-tipped pen, because there is a danger of
scratching the surface and corrupting the data. Do not use adhesive
labels.
Do not expose the disc directly to the sun's rays, or keep it in conditions
of high temperature or humidity, as there is a danger of warping, with
consequent loss of data.
To remove dirt, dust, or fingerprints from the disc, wipe with a dry cloth,
or use a CD cleaner. Always wipe radially from the inside to the outside,
and do no wipe with circular movements. Never use abrasives or solvent
cleaners.
Hioki shall not be held liable for any problems with a computer system
that arises from the use of this CD-R, or for any problem related to the
purchase of a Hioki product.
This product is subject to change and the version is subject to upgrading
without prior notice, for the purpose of making improvements.
Trademarks
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
CopyrightC1981-2000 Microsoft Corporation.All rights reserved.
CopyrightCHIOKI E.E.Corporation 2001-2002.
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Chapter 1
Setup
1.1 Operating environment
Before installing the software in your personal computer, be sure to check
the operating environment of the PC.
Operating environment
The personal computer in which this software is installed must have the
operating environment described below
PC/AT-compatible personal computer equipped with an Intel Pentium 200-
MHz CPU or the equivalent, or better
Free hard-disk capacity (at the time of software installation): 4 MB or
more
Main memory: 32 MB or more
Display: 800 x 600 dots or higher
CD-ROM drive (required for software installation)
Mouse or other appropriate pointing device
Serial ports
Windows 95/98/Me, Windows NT4.0, Windows 2000, or Windows XP.
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1.1 Operating environment
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1.2 Installation
Before executing the setup program for software installation, shut down all
currently running applications.
Be sure to close any anti-virus software. If anti-virus software is running, it
may prevent installation. If you are using Windows NT4.0, Windows 2000,
or Windows XP make sure the user permission is set to allow software
installation. Note that the software may not operate properly in some
operating environments.
NOTE
Before upgrading to a newer version, be sure to uninstall the previous version.
Installing the software
1. Insert the supplied CD-R disc into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Execute X:\ENGLISH\SETUP.EXE (X: CD-ROM drive letter) by doubleclicking on it.
3. When the installation program of the SAFETY TEST DATA
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE starts up, follow the directions displayed
on the screen.
4. The setup dialog box appears. In this box, the installation destination can
be changed using the [
Change Directory
] button (default installation
directory: C:\Program Files\SAFETY).
5. When the large PC illustration is clicked on, installation starts.
6. When installation is completed successfully, SAFETY TEST DATA
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE is registered under [
Programs
Windows Start menu. To start up the program, locate and select [
TEST DATA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
].
] in the
SAFETY
NOTE
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1.2 Installation
This application is produced using Microsoft VisualBasic 6.0. During installation, a
number of Windows shared files are copied. During this process, an error message
may be displayed. The message box includes several buttons. Click on the Skip
button to skip the copying process for the file that caused the error message and
continue the installation operation. An error message is displayed in the following
cases:
When a shared file to be copied already exists in the PC and is being used by
another application running at the time of installation
When Windows is using the shared file to be copied and the VisualBasic
installation program protects the application operation
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1.3 Uninstallation
Follow the procedure specified below to uninstall 9267 SAFETY TEST
DATA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE.
Uninstalling the software
1. In the Windows Start menu, select [
Click on [
2. Select [
Add/Remove Programs
SAFETY TEST DATA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
list, and click on [
Add/Remove
].
] to uninstall the software.
Settings
] and then Control Panel.
] in the displayed
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1.3 Uninstallation
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Chapter 2
Specifications
(1) General
Supplied medium CD-R (1)
Accessory Instruction manual (1)
(2) Operating environment
Main unit PC/AT compatible
CPU Pentium 200 MHz or later
OS Windows95/ 98/ Me/ NT4.0/ 2000/ XP
Display 800 X 600 dots or more
Memory 32 MB or more
Hard disk Free capacity: 4 MB or more
(3) Function specifications
Types of test Insulation/withstand-voltage test, protective grounding
test, actual operation test, and leakage current test
Applicable models 3153, 3159 (Insulation/withstand-voltage test)
3154 (Insulation test)
3156 (Leakage current test)
3158 (Withstand-voltage test)
3157 (Protective grounding test)
3332 (Actual operation test)
PLC (for connection switching)
Interface RS-232C
Data recording Test results (measurements) saved in a text file (CSV
format)
Test-result display Indication of "Pass" or "Fail" following test
Display of test-result list and detailed test results also
possible
Tester setting Setting of individual testers possible
With 3153, program-function setting also possible
ID function Input of ID for test sample possible
Test results recorded with ID designation
Connection-switching
function
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Command transmitted to the PLC prior to each test for
connection switching
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Chapter 3
Before Using the Software
3.1 Outline of the Product
This software performs electrical-equipment safety tests such as withstandvoltage tests, insulation tests, protective grounding tests, and leakage current
test, and also saves measurements in a text file. The software sets the test
conditions and controls the testing operations of testers connected to the PC
via RS-232C.
3.2 Test Details and Compatible Testers
The following shows the tests that can be conducted using the software and
compatible testers. Note that testers not listed below cannot be used.
Insulation/
withstand-voltage test
Insulation test 3154
Leakage current test 3156
Protective grounding test 3157
Actual operation test 3332
3153, 3159, 3158 (withstand-voltage test only)
(To be selected from the above three models)
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3.3 Serial-Port Check
This software uses the RS-232C interface for the connection of testers. Each
tester requires a serial port (RS-232C interface connection line). Therefore,
there must be as many serial ports as testers to be connected. If the number
of serial ports is insufficient, use a commercially available serial interface or
a USB-serial converter. HIOKI has confirmed the proper operation of the
following USB-serial converter product with the software:
CONTEC Model COM-4 (USB) (providing four serial ports per USB
connector)
3.4 Tester Connection and Communication-Function
Settings
Set the interface of each tester for RS-232C connection.
The main test settings can be made using the software. However, detailed
settings must be made manually in advance. When using the 3153, 3159,
and/or 3158, set each tester so as to allow command start using the Optionsetting dialog box. For details, refer to the instruction manual of each tester.
Set the communication speeds specified below for the testers. If these
settings are not made, a communication failure will result.
3153 9600 bps
3154 9600 bps
3156 9600 bps
3159 9600 bps
3158 9600 bps
3157 9600 bps
3332 9600 bps
After making the communication settings for the testers, connect the testers
to the PC's serial ports (COM ports) using crossing cables. Use only crossing
cables for the connection of testers to the PC. Use of any other type of cable
will prevent communication. For details, refer to the instruction manual of
each tester.
NOTE
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3.4 Tester Connection and Communication-Function Settings
After the software starts up, the serial (COM) ports must be set according to the
tester type. Be sure to note the serial (COM)-port number of each tester.
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Chapter 4
Initial Settings (Settings to Be
Made Prior to Operation)
4.1 Test-Sequence Settings and Tester Selection
After the software starts up, make the settings specified below.
Test sequence and tester selection
Set the test types, test sequence, and testers to be used.
Select Settings from the menu bar, and select [
to display the dialog box.
Settings
]-[
Test Settings
]menu
Select test items in order of execution in the test-sequence dialog box. Tests
can be set in any sequence, but it is not possibletosetallteststo"Notuse"
or to select the same test two or more times.
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Select the tester to be used for the insulation withstand-voltage test in the
tester dialog box. Note that the test cannot be conducted if the selected tester
model does not correspond to the connected tester.
4.2 Serial-Port Settings
Set the serial (COM) port for each connected tester. If settings are not made
correctly, a communication failure will result.
Select Settings from the menu bar, and then select [
menu to display the dialog box.
Settings
]-[
COM Port
]
Set the serial (COM) port for each tester.
NOTE
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4.2 Serial-Port Settings
The serial-port list displays connectable COM ports only.
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Chapter 5
Execution of Safety Tests
(General Flowchart)
5.1 Safety-Test Flowchart
This software performs safety tests and displays the test results. It also saves
the measurement data in a text file. The test flow is shown below.
Test settings and tester measurement-condition settings
(Make settings using dialog boxes)
Execution of tests (Click on the Start Test button.)
Transmission of setting data to testers
Execution of the first test
The test starts automatically, and ends at the preset time.
If the test result is "Fail," subsequent tests will not be conducted.
Tests are conducted in a set test sequence.
Display of "Pass" or "Fail" based on the test result
Measurement in each test can be displayed by clicking on the Detail button.
Saving of test results in a text file
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5.2 Before Conducting Tests
1. Make sure each tester is properly connected to the PC with the RS-232C
crossing cable.
2. Check the COM-port setting dialog box to confirm that the COM ports
and connected testers correspond. For details, refer to "4.2 Serial-Port
Settings."
3. Make sure the probe of each tester is properly connected to a test sample.
4. In the 3158 and 3159, make sure the voltage dial is set to the desired
output voltage.
5. When a PLC is used for connection switching, be sure to conduct a
pretest operation under safe conditions before performing an actual test, in
order to ensure proper operation* of the PLC.
*: Confirm that commands are transmitted properly and that switching is
performed according to the settings.
6. Make sure the PLC's serial port is properly connected. Regarding
connection switching using a PLC, refer to "(5) Connection-switching
function" in "Chapter 6 Using the Functions."
7. Make sure the ID is properly set correctly in the software window.
8. Check the name of the file in which data is to be saved.
If it is not necessary to save data, remove the check mark from the box.
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5.3 Starting Tests
NOTE
1. Click on the [
Start Test
] button.
2. A confirmation message appears on the screen.
3.Clickon[OK] to start the tests. When the set test time elapses, tests end.
4. Measurements are displayed in the measurement display section.
When a test result deviates from the standard-value range, a "Fail"
indication is displayed and the test stops. Subsequent tests will not be
performed. When a test result is within the standard-value range, the
testing operation continues.
5. Tests are conducted until all selected tests are performed.
To stop the test, click on the [
Stop Test
] button. When a test is interrupted
in this manner, the software does not evaluate the test result for judgement
display or save the result in a file.
The commencement of each test is controlled by the PC. Note that the software
does not support manual start or stop (using the start button or the remote start
switch of units). The Option dialog boxes of the 3153, 3159, and 3158 have a
setting item to enable and disable command start. Use this setting to enable
command start for each tester. If this setting is not made, the testers cannot be
started by the PC, and an error will occur. For details, refer to the instruction
manual of each tester.
When the set test time has elapsed, the tests stop. In normal use, set the test-time
setting to ON. If the test-time setting is set to OFF, tests will not stop until the
Abort Test button is clicked on or the [
pressed. When either of these actions is taken, the software detects test abortion;
therefore, it will not evaluate the test result for judgement display or save the
result in a file.
Stop Test
] button on the main unit is
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5.4 Test-Result Display and Data File
Upon completion of all tests, the software evaluates their results and displays
"Pass" or "Fail" as an overall judgement result.
The "Pass" indication is displayed only when all test results are within the
standard-value range. The test results are added to the test-result list together
with the test ID and displayed. The measurement in each test can be
displayed by clicking on the [
Detail
] button.
When the box for saving test results in a file contains a check mark, the test
results are output to the specified file in text format. As this file is in text
format (CSV format), it can be opened using a spreadsheet application such
as Excel.
NOTE
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5.4 Test-Result Display and Data File
The test-result list and detailed test-result table show a maximum of 25 test results
(or five when testing leakage current), starting with the most recent. The results of
tests conducted prior to that cannot be displayed. All test results are saved in text
files.
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5.5 File Format
Saved test results are written in CSV format (comma-separated text values).
The writing sequence is the same as that displayed in the detailed test-result
table.
The first line begins with the test item names, followed by the test results.
The results of each test cycle (all tests applied to each tested unit) are
written on a single line, or on five lines when testing leakage current.
Except when testing leakage current, all test results are written on a single
line.
The ID, test date, test time, test results (overall), conditions of each test,
measured values and measurement time are followed by the test results.
The second through fifth lines contain leakage current test results. If leakage
current testing is not performed, these lines are not present, and the results
of the next test are written instead.
The second line consists of the test conditions for the leakage current test,
the third line contains the judgment values, the fourth line contains the
measured values and the fifth line contains the judgment results, with the
results of all steps listed in sequence horizontally.
For leakage current test conditions, the following series is written as a single
character string, separated by colons.
Step Number:Network:Measurement Mode:Test Status:Polarity:Filter:Measurement Current
Recording File Example
Test ID,Test Date,Test Time,Result,W Volt [kV],W Curr [mA],W Time [s],W Result,I Volt [V],...
0000021,2002/11/11,15:41:00,Pass,0.2,0,0.3,PASS,487,10000,0.3,PASS
0000021,Leak Test Condition, 1:A:Encl-Line:ApplyL:----:ON:ACDC, 2:A:Earth:...
0000021,Leak Allowable [A],+10.000E-03,+10.000E-03
0000021,Leak Max [A],+11.11E-06,+11.50E-06
0000021,Leak Judge,PASS,PASS
0000022,2002/11/11,15:46:20,Pass,0.2,0,0.3,PASS,490,10000,0.3,PASS
0000022,Leak Test Condition, 1:A:Encl-Line:ApplyL:----:ON:ACDC, 2:A:Earth:...
0000022,Leak Allowable [A],+10.000E-03,+10.000E-03
0000022,Leak Max [A],+11.58E-06,+10.87E-06
0000022,Leak Judge,PASS,PASS
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Measurement Units
The units of measurement for recorded values are as follows.
Test Models Measurement Items Units
Withstand-
voltage test
Insulation test
Protective
grounding test
Leakage current
test
Actual operation
test
3153
3158
3159
3153
3159
3154
3157
3156
3332
Output Voltage kV
Withstand Current Test
Result
Output Voltage V
Insulation Resistance Test
Result
Output Current A
Protective Grounding
Resistance Test Result
Allowable Value A
Leakage Test Results A
Current A
Voltage V
Effective Power W
mA
MΩ
Ω
* The unit of measurement time is always "s" (seconds).
The following values have special significance when written as measurement
values.
Test Models
Insulation test
Protective
grounding test
Leakage
current test
Actual
operation test
3153
3159
3154
3157
3156
3332
Measurement
Items
Insulation
Resistance
Test Result
Insulation
Resistance
Test Result
Protective
Grounding
Resistance
Test Result
Leakage Test
Results
Voltage,
Current, and
Effective Power
Measurement
Value
10000 O.F.
0 U.F.
9999 O.F.
0 U.F.
9999 O.F.
9.999E+9 O.F.
-9.999E+9 -O.F.
999.99E+9 O.F.
-999.99E+9 -O.F.
Meaning
* O.F.: Overflow (indicates the measured value is above the measurement
range)
U.F.: Underflow (indicates the measured value is below the measurement
range)
Refer to the operating manual of the particular instrument for its
measurement range.
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Chapter 6
Using the Functions
(1) Test-sequence setting and tester selection
Used to set test types, test sequences, and testers to be used.
Select Settings from the menu bar, and then select [
Settings
]-[
Test Settings
menu to display the dialog box.
For details, refer to "4.1 Test-Sequence Settings and Tester Selection."
(2) Serial-port settings
Used to set the serial (COM) port for each connected tester. If settings are
not made correctly, a communication failure will result. To display this
dialog box, select Settings from the menu bar, and then select [
[
COM port
] menu. For details, refer to "4.2 Serial-Port Settings."
Settings
(3) Tester settings
Used to set measurement conditions for each tester.
3153 [Settings]-[
3154 [
3156 [
3159 [
3158 [
Settings
Settings
Settings
Settings
]-[
]-[
]-[
]-[
3153 Settings
3154 Settings
3156 Settings
3159 Settings
3158 Settings
]
]
]
]
]
]
]-
3157 [
3332 [
Settings
Settings
]-[
3157 Settings
]-[
3332 Settings
]
]
When a PLC (programmable logic controller) is used to control connection
switching, make settings to enable the use of a PLC. Regarding connection
switching using a PLC, refer to "(5) Connection-switching function" in
"Chapter 6 Using the Functions." Select the [
Settings
]-[
PLC Settings
]menu,
the wait insertion time, and the communication settings.
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(4) 3153 program editing and transmission
The 3153 is equipped with a program function, and this software allows easy
program setting. Select Settings from the menu bar, and then select
[
Settings
click on the [
]-[
3153 Settings
Edit Program
] menu. To display the program editing dialog box,
] button.
This dialog box allows steps to be set for each file.
NOTE
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Setting changes are entered when the file number or step number is changed.
Setting changes are not finalized until the [
editing dialog box is closed. When the [
] button is clicked on and the
OK
Cancel
] button is clicked on, editing
operations are canceled and the set values remain unchanged.
To display the list of program settings, click on the [
] button. The value of
Table
each setting can be changed by double-clicking on the applicable item.
Program settings can be saved in a text tile by clicking on the [
Save
] button.
Setting data is saved in the CSV format, so it can be opened using Excel and
other applications. By clicking on the [
] button, program-setting data can be
Open
transferred from a saved text file containing program-setting data.
After completing the program setting, click on [OK] in the editing dialog box to
close the dialog box. The program-setting data must be transmitted to the 3153
unit prior to use. To do so, click on the [
settin
dialogbox to transfer the data to the 3153 unit.
Send Program Data
] button in the 3153
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(5) 3156 Settings
Model 3156 provides the capability for various leakage current tests.
The [
Settings
]-[
3156 Settings
] menu displays the 3156 Settings screen.
Test settings are made for each step. Test conditions, allowable value,
measurement time and pre-test connection switching by PLC can be set for
each step. A test setting can be changed by double clicking the
corresponding cell. Up to 500 steps can be set up, with testing performed in
order from Step 1 (only those test steps that are set as enabled are
performed).
Steps can be copied, deleted and pasted using the [
] menu, so test steps
Edit
can be deleted and their order changed.
NOTE
Multiple commands can be sent to the PLC by inserting double slashes ("//") as
separators.
Example: AAAAA//BBBBB
Send command BBBBB followed by AAAAA.
Commands separated by "//" are sent at intervals of approximately 250 ms.
Test condition settings can be selected only in combinations that are allowed by
the 3156 instrument. When changing test settings, if a setting is disallowed by
other settings made for that step, it is automatically reset to an allowed setting.
If you have changed the grounding class or applied part, as described above, it
will be automaticall
reset to an allowed setting.
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(6) 3156 Auto Setting
Click [
Auto Setting
] on the 3156 Settings screen to display the auto setting
screen for leakage current testing.
NOTE
Select the network to test, test contents and conditions beforehand. Then
click [OK] to automatically select all executable test combinations from the
items selected beforehand, and create the corresponding test steps.
Also, by specifying the priority of combinations beforehand, you can change
their order of selection.
With network B, if a test mode is selected that does not allow any AC/DC
measurement current setting, AC+DC or AC is selected as the preset AC/DC
measurement current setting and is set for the test step, regardless of the selected
AC/DC measurement current.
(7) Precautions for Leakage Current Testing with the Model 3156
When performing leakage current testing using the 3156, and when
switching power polarity, the power supply is briefly interrupted. In this
case, depending on the device under test, the power may be cut off and
problems could result.
To minimize such problems, we suggest making test settings as follows:
Within the same measurement mode, perform forward- and reverse-phase
tests in sequence so that polarity is switched only once (in the priority of
combinations for automatic test setting, set the priority of polarity to
follow that of the measurement mode).
Perform the last test step in the power-off state.
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Examples
Network
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
B
Measurement
Mode
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Between
enclosure and
earth
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Patient leakage
current I
Condition Polarity Filter
Normal Normal OFF
Normal Normal ON
Disconnection of
protective earth
conductor
Disconnection of one
wire in power line
Normal Reverse OFF
Normal Reverse ON
Disconnection of
protective earth
conductor
Disconnection of one
wire in power line
Normal Normal OFF
Normal Normal ON
Disconnection of
protective earth
conductor
Disconnection of one
wire in power line
Normal Reverse OFF
Normal Reverse ON
Disconnection of
protective earth
conductor
Disconnection of one
wire in power line
Normal OFF
Normal OFF
Reverse OFF
Reverse OFF
Normal OFF
Normal OFF
Reverse OFF
Reverse OFF
However, when changing the measurement mode, the 3156 is set to the
"reverse phase, disconnection of protective earth conductor" default
condition, so even if power is cut at the end of the previous test, power is
applied briefly when changing the measurement mode.
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(8) Connection-switching function
Make sure connections are switched properly before conducting tests.
ARNING
If connections do not switch correctly, the execution of tests may
damage testers.
NOTE
Verification of the test-system operation before and after each workday ensures the
reliability of measurement results for safety tests and data recording.
This software features a connection-switching function. This function
transmits a command to a PLC (programmable logic controller) prior to each
test, to execute connection switching. To use this function, make the settings
specified below.
1. Select [
Settings
2. Place a check in the box for [
]-[
Preferences
]menu.
Use PLC to change the connection
].
3.Clickon[OK] to close the dialog box.
4. Select [
Settings
]-[
PLC Settings
] menu to open the setting dialog box. A
PLC can be sent commands prior to each test. A wait time to be inserted
before the switching operation can also be set. This dialog box is used to
make communication settings. Make proper settings according to the PLC
used.
NOTE
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Multiple commands can be sent to the PLC by inserting double slashes ("//") as
separators.
Example: AAAAA//BBBBB
Send command BBBBB followed by AAAAA.
Commands separated by "//" are sent at intervals of approximately 250 ms.
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(9) Using the ID function
This software assigns an ID to each test sample, and records test data
together with the ID. The ID function offers the optional settings specified
below. For setting changes, select [
Settings
]-[
Preferences
]menutodisplay
the initial-setting dialog log.
Automatic increment of ID numbers
The ID number automatically increases by 1 increment after the
completion of a test.
Numerical-digit designation
The number of digits of the numerical part of the ID can be specified.
Non-specified digits are set to "0."
Addition of a character string
A character string can be added at the beginning of the ID.
For example, "A0108-" can be added to the ID to indicate "manufacturing
No. + year + month." In this example, the ID is "A0108-000001."
Input of an ID after testing
An ID is normally input prior to a test. However, it is possible to input
(check) an ID after a test.
(10) Saving and Loading Test Settings
Test condition settings can be saved to files.
When there are several conditions of tests, the settings can be saved to
different files, and by loading the appropriate setting file for a test, the test
settings can be easily switched.
To save, select [
File
]-[
Save As
]or[
File
]-[
Save
].
Saved setting files have the extension ".had" (that is, "filename.had").
To load saved settings, select [
File
]-[
Open
].
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Chapter 7
Other Information
7.1 Troubleshooting
Q. Communication fails when a notebook PC is used.
A.
The serial (COM) port of the notebook PC may be inactive. In some
notebook PCs, the COM port is used for infrared communication, and the
serial-port connector on the unit may not be functional. Refer to the
operation manual of the notebook PC, and enable use of the serial port.
Q. No serial (COM) port is provided on the notebook PC.
A.
Use a commercially available USB-serial converter (conversion cable). Use
of a multi-channel type enables the connection of multiple testers. Proper
operation of the following product with the software has been confirmed:
CONTEC Model COM-4 (USB)
Q. When the Start Test button is clicked on, the screen displays the error
message "Enable command start using test instrument's Option settings,"
and the software does not start tests.
A.
In the safety tester's Option settings, there is a setting item for enabling and
disabling command start.
Enable the command start option. For details, refer to the instruction manual
of each tester.
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Q. When the Start Test button is clicked on, the screen displays the error
message "Communication Error. Check the following," and the software
does not start tests.
A.
1. Confirm that the power switches of the testers are turned on.
2. Confirm that the RS-232C crossing cables are connected to the PC's COM
ports and testers.
3. Select [
Settings
in the displayed setting dialog box.
4. Confirm that the connected testers correspond with the testers specified in
the test-sequence settings.
5. Select [
Settings
make sure there is no check mark in the box for [
connection
6. Select [
Settings
in the displayed setting dialog box.
]-[
Test Settings
]-[
Preferences
] menu, and then check the tester settings
] menu. In the displayed setting dialog box,
], if no PLC is connected.
]-[
COM Port
] menu, and then check the COM-port settings
Use PLC to change the
7.2 Support
Contact us for any trouble, request or comments by e-mail.
E-mail:os-com@hioki.co.jp HIOKI E.E. CORPORATION, International
Sales and
Marketing Section
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HIOKI 9267 SAFETY TEST DATA MANAGEMENT
SOFTWARE
Instruction Manual
Publication date: November 2005 Revised edition 3
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