Hioki 9332 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
9332
WAVE COMMUNICATOR

Contents
Introduction 3
Notes on Use 3
Chapter 1 Product Overview 4
Chapter 2 Product Specification 5
2.1 General 5
2.2 Functional Specification 5
Chapter 3 Setup and Operation of the 9332 WAVE
COMMUNICATOR 7
3.1 Required System Configuration 7
3.2 7
3.3 Installation 8
3.4 Uninstallation 8
3.5 Starting WAVE COMMUNICATOR 8
3.6 Exiting WAVE COMMUNICATOR 9
3.7 Modem Installation 9
3.8 10
Chapter 4 Using WAVE COMMUNICATOR 11
4.1 Main Window 11
4.2 Saving and Loading Connections and Settings 13
4.3 Creating the Settings for a Connection 14
4.4 Communications Settings 18
4.5 Getting Waveform Data 20
4.6 Getting Setting Files 21
4.7 Sending Setting Files 23
4.8 Starting Measurement on the MEMORY HiCORDER 24
4.9 Stopping Measurement on the MEMORY HiCORDER 25
4.10 Trigger Function on MEMORY HiCORDER
TriggerorMeasurementCompletion 26
4.11 Communications Log 30

Chapter 5 Displaying Waveforms 31
5.1 Displaying Waveforms 31
5.2 Using the Waveform Viewer 31
Chapter 6 Creating and Modifying Setting Files 36
6.1 Starting the Settings Editor 36
6.2 Using the Settings Editor 37
6.3 Details of Settings 38

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User's License Agreement
Important:
Please read the following agreement carefully. This user's license agreement (hereafter referred to
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this event, you must destroy all copies of the software and its components.

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except when transferring the software as stipulated above, you may not loan, lease, or transfer
the other media to any other user.
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warning. If HIOKI releases a new version of the software, it will provide registered users with
information about the revised software.
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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.
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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.
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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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Notes on Use
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CAUTION Do not drop or bend floppy disks, or subject them to other strong shocks.
Do not leave floppy disks in direct sunlight, near strong magnetic fields, or
close to heating equipment.
Keep water away from the disk.
HIOKI cannot accept responsibility for any incidental problems occurring as
a result of use of the software.
CAUTION Indicates that incorrect operation presents possibility of
injury to the user or damage to the equipment.
NOTE Denotes items of advice related to performance of the
equipment or to its correct operation.
Introduction
Notes on Use
Thank you for purchasing this HIOKI "9332 WAVE COMMUNICATOR."
To get the maximum performance from the unit, please read this manual
first, and keep this at hand.
The contents of the display screens, operating manual and data conversion
methods may be changed without notice.
In order to ensure safe operation and to obtain maximum performance from
the unit, observe the cautions listed below.
The following symbols are used in this Instruction Manual to indicate the
relative importance of cautions and warnings.
Hioki CD-R Development Management Manual
Handle the disc by its edge to avoid getting fingerprints on the label side
or rubbing off lettering.
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volatile solvents such as alcohol.
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Never use instruments with hard tips such as ballpoint pens, as these can
damage the disc. Further, do not affix adhesive labels to the disc.
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such conditions can destroy the disc by deforming it.
To remove stains, dust, or fingerprints from the disc, wipe it using a soft,
dry cloth or CD cleaner. Always wipe radially, from the inside of the disc
toward the outside, and never wipe around the disc in a circular direction.
Never use abrasive or solvent based cleaners.
The manufacturer disclaims all responsibility for any trouble experienced
with your computer system or other problems consequent to purchase of
the product.

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Chapter 1 Product Overview
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Chapter 1 Product Overview
(1) Communications functions
Communications with the MEMORY HiCORDER can be carried out
through a modem or RS-232C connection.
You can download MEMORY HiCORDER waveform data and store it on
a personal computer.
You can download MEMORY HiCORDER setting files and store them on
the personal computer. You can then upload them to a MEMORY
HiCORDER as required.
The software keeps track of multiple connections, so you can carry out
communications with more than one MEMORY HiCORDER unit.
(2) Arrival notification (using modem connection only)
Using the notification function of the MEMORY HiCORDER, you can
receive notification when a trigger is issued, or when waveform capture is
completed.
When the notification arrives, a popup message appears on the computer
screen. A simultaneous audible warning is also possible.
For notification when waveform capture is complete, you can receive the
waveform data.
(3) Waveform display
You can display an image of the waveform data from the MEMORY
HiCORDER on the screen.
You can convert all or a specified part of the displayed waveform data to
CSV*format and save it.
(4) Settings Editor
You can create new MEMORY HiCORDER setting files (file extension
.set).
You can also edit setting files that have been downloaded from a
MEMORY HiCORDER.
Using the communications functions, remote control of the MEMORY
HiCORDER is possible.
Created setting files can be read directly into the MEMORY HiCORDER.
* CSV format (comma-separated values):
This format consists of text data values separated by commas. It can be
read directly into most spreadsheet software.

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Chapter 2 Product Specification
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2.1 General
Supplied medium CD-R (1)
Supported units HIOKI 8807/8808
Operating environment PC/AT compatible
Windows 95 SP1 or later, Windows 98, Windows NT4.0 SP3 or later,
Windows 2000, Windows XP *(English)
Supported modems Any guaranteed to operate under Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT4.0,
Windows 2000, Windows XP
Interface Serial port and normal telephone circuit (simultaneous use not possible)
Operating restrictions Do not use this application at the same time as another application
which uses a modem or serial port.
*: Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
2.2 Functional Specification
Data transfer Proprietary protocol
Data received Waveform file, setting files
Data transmitted Setting files (excluding settings affecting communications)
File types File formats saved on the MEMORY HiCORDER (file extensions .mem, .rec,
.rms, .set)
9332 setting files (file extension .wvc)
Data transmitted Setting files (.set ) only
Data received Setting files (.set ) and waveform files (.mem, .rec, .rms)
Log function Transfer date and time, transfer contents, and file name saved in log file
Recorded when waveform data received, setting data sent or received, or
trigger received
Maximum saved Limited only by main memory
Details stored Name, folder for saving, dialing code, telephone number, recorder type,
waveform range, etc
Communication means One modem only
Notification means Dialog box, plus selectable .wav file audible warning
Waveform data receipt Yes
Setting file receipt No
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Communications functions
Registered connections
Trigger input function

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File format File format saved by MEMORY HiCORDER (file extension .set)
File contents Settings allowed by MEMORY HiCORDER
New setting file creation Yes
Setting file editing Yes
Displayed waveforms All channels (formats displayed: .mem, .rec, .rms)
ASCII conversion MEMORY HiCORDER waveform data conversion to CSV format; saving all
or part of data
Scroll functions Yes
Cursor function No
Setting file editing function
Waveform display function

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Chapter 3 Setup and Operation of the 9332 WAVE COMMUNICATOR
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3.1 Required System Configuration
3.2 CD-R files
Folder name Contents
Japanese WaveCommunicator setup for Japanese version
English WaveCommunicator setup for English version
8807 Upgrade files for 8807/8808
Chapter 3 Setup and Operation of the 9332 WAVE
COMMUNICATOR
Using WAVE COMMUNICATOR requires the following hardware and
software.
Personal computer system CPU Pentium, at least 90 MHz
At least 32 MB of RAM
At least 5 MB of free hard disk space
Operating system Microsoft Windows 95,
Windows 98, Windows NT4.0, Windows
2000, Windows XP (English)
Mouse or suitable pointing device
CD-ROM drive
MEMORY HiCORDER unit 8807 or 8808, V2.00 or later
Using a modem
A modem that will operate under the operating system used
A telephone circuit without special features such as "call waiting" which
can interrupt the communications function.
Using a direct connection
A computer with an appropriate serial port
A direct connection to the 8807 or 8808 requires the optional 9612 RS-
232C CABLE.
The files on the supplied CD-R are arranged in the following folders.

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3.3 Installation
NOTE If other applications are running, the installation may not proceed correctly. Be
sure to close all other applications before beginning the installation. In particular,
if any virus protection software is running it may prevent installation, and should
be shut down before beginning.
If the 9332 is already installed, first uninstall the existing version before installing
the new one.
3.4 Uninstallation
3.5 Starting WAVE COMMUNICATOR
NOTE If the "Large Fonts" screen setting is made, some of the captions in the WAVE
COMMUNICATOR windows may not be visible properly. In this case, select
Control Panel - Display - Settings, then select "Small Fonts."
If the personal computer has a power-saving function, WAVE
COMMUNICATOR may not operate correctly. Ensure that any power-saving
function is disabled.
Use the following procedure to install the software (English).
1. Shut down all currently running applications.
2. Insert the supplied CD-R disc into the CD-ROM drive.
3. Execute the setup file on the CD-R.
Supposing the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive is R (if another letter,
substitute before the colon) then in the Windows Start menu, select Run,
and enter R:\english\setup.exe, then click OK.
4. The 9332 installer start: follow the directions on the screen to complete
the installation.
Use the following procedure to uninstall the software.
1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs.
2. Select 9332 WAVE COMMUNICATOR.
3. This runs the uninstaller, and removes the software.
1. Select Start - Programs - HIOKI - 9332 WAVE COMMUNICATOR in sequence.
2. The main window, with the 9332 WAVE COMMUNICATOR title bar appears.

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3.6 Exiting WAVE COMMUNICATOR
3.7 Modem Installation
1. In the main window, select File - Exit.
2. If a warming message appears, click Yes to save the 9332 settings before
exiting, No to exit without saving, or Cancel to return to the program.
Once you exit the program, all data about the connection is lost; be sure
to save the data before exiting.
3. This terminates the program.
To use WAVE COMMUNICATOR through a modem connection requires
modem installation. For more details, refer to the documentation supplied
with your modem. If the modem is not installed correctly, the program may
not operate normally.
Flow control
For flow control between the modem and the personal computer, avoid
software flow control (XON/XOFF). Set the flow control as follows.
1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel - Modems.
2. In Modems Properties, click the modem to be used.
3. Click Properties.
4. In the Connection tab, click Details.
5. Select hardware (RTS/CTS). If your modem does not support hardware
flow control, do not use flow control at all.
Modem initialization
Depending on the modem used or the telephone circuit, WAVE
COMMUNICATOR may not operate properly. In this case, try setting an
appropriate modem initialization string. Use the following procedure.
1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel - Modems.
2. Click the modem being used in Modems Properties.
3. Click Properties.
4. In Connection - Advanced - Extra settings, enter the AT command for
initializing the modem. For details of AT commands, refer to the
documentation for the modem.
Using internal telephone circuits
The modem may not be able to detect dial tone or busy tone. Set it not to
wait for dial tone.
AT command: X1 or X3
If the line is cut off while the modem is operating
If there is a modem incompatibility problem, the carrier detect may be lost.
In this case, set carrier detect to be permanently on.
AT command: &C0
The AT commands may vary from modem to modem. For details, refer to
the modem documentation.

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3.8 Upgrading the Memory HiCorder
NOTE Be very careful not to disconnect the power supply during the upgrade. If the power
should fail during the upgrade process, it is necessary to send the unit for repair.
To use the 9332 WaveCommunicator requires the Memory HiCorder
software to have fax/modem support. First check the Memory HiCorder
software version, which appears on the title screen when the unit is powered
on.
Version for fax/modem support: 8807/8808 Version 2.00 or later
If the currently installed version does not have fax/modem support, an
upgrade is necessary.
Upgrading
1. Have ready a PC card (SRAM card or flash ATA card) which can be used
with the Memory HiCorder: check the Memory HiCorder manual for a list
of cards which are known to operate. Also make sure that the PC card can
be written on your computer. The PC card must have a free capacity of at
least 1.6 MB.
2. Insert the supplied CD-R into the CD-ROM drive.
3. Copy the upgrade files on the CD-R (file extension .PRG) to the PC card.
The upgrade files are in separate folders for each Memory HiCorder
model. For example, the 8807 folder includes upgrade files for models
8807/8808. Within the folder, for example, the file 8807V200.PRG is the
upgrade file for the 8807/8808 version 2.00. If the Memory HiCorder
version is already later than this, no upgrade is required; be careful not to
install an older version in error.
4. Get the Memory HiCorder ready. Make sure the unit has a reliable power
supply, if possible using an uninterruptible power supply. Note that if the
power should fail during the upgrade process, it is necessary to send the
unit for repair.
5. Carry out the upgrade. Insert the PC card in the Memory HiCorder, and
display the File screen. On the File screen, the upgrade file appears on the
PC card. Select the upgrade file, and execute Load. This starts the upgrade
process, which takes about three minutes. Leave the unit alone until the
upgrade process completes, whereupon it will restart automatically. This
completes the upgrade.

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Chapter 4 Using WAVE COMMUNICATOR
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4.1 Main Window
List of connections Details of connections or files received
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Starting WAVE COMMUNICATOR displays the main window.
The main window provides the following functions.
Registering multiple connections, and saving and loading the list.
Communications functions can use a modem or RS-232C interface.
(Getting waveform data, Getting and sending setting files, Trigger input
function, Communications settings)
Start waveform viewer
Start Settings Editor
The right pane of the main window shows details of the connections or
received files.

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(1) Displaying details of connections
Click MEMORY HiCORDER in the connections.
(2) Displaying received files
Click the connection in the list.

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4.2 Saving and Loading Connections and Settings
You can save and load the connections and their communications settings.
Before carrying out a communications task, you must either create new
connection settings, or load the settings from a file.
WAVE COMMUNICATOR saves the connections and their the settings in a
file with the file extension .wvc.
(1) Saving the connections and communications settings
1. Select File - Save as...
2. The Save as... dialog box appears. Enter the file name to save, and click
Save.
(2) Overwriting the connections and communications settings
1. Select File - Save.
2. Once you have saved with a specified file name, this function overwrites
the file with the current settings.
(3) Loading the connections and communications settings
1. Select File - Open.
2. The Open dialog box appears: select the file to load, and click Open.
(4) Creating a new connections
1. Select File - New.
2. The current connections disappears, and the communications settings
revert to their default settings. Be warned!

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4.3 Creating the Settings for a Connection
When amending the settings,
this shows the actual number
the modem will use for dialing.
In order to carry out communications, you must first create the settings
required for the device to which you want to connected.
You can specify the settings independently for each connection.
Adding a new connection
1. Select Edit - NewConnection.
You can also right-click the mouse on the connections and select from the
context menu.
2. The Connection Settings dialog box appears. Make the appropriate
settings.

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Name This is the name that appears in the connections.
Model Select the model of MEMORY HiCORDER.
Connection Type Select the type of connection used for this device.
Modem: Modem communications over a telephone line
COM1: Direct connection to serial port COM 1
COM2: Direct connection to serial port COM 2
Telephone Number If you selected Modem for Connection Type, enter the
country code, area code, and number.
You can include a dialing control character (the parameter
of the AT D command). For details of the D command
parameters, refer to the documentation supplied with your
modem.
Once you have created the entry for a connection, when
you come to amend the entry, underneath the telephone
number entry box appears the actual number dialed by the
modem. Use this as a reference when entering the
telephone number.
Country and area settings made in the Control - Modem -
Dialup Properties are taken as the default country code.
Use country code and area
code
Check this box to enable the country code and area code.
If you leave this unchecked, only the number in Telephone
number is valid.
Redial if busy Check this to redial if the first attempt fails. (Maximum two
attempts.)
Start measurement at end
of communications
If the MEMORY HiCORDER is currently measuring when the
connection is made, this forcibly stops measurement. Check
this box to resume measurement after getting the
measurement data.
Synchronize clocks This synchronizes the MEMORY HiCORDER clock to the
clock in the personal computer. The correction is made when
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Save in folder Specify the folder in which you want to save waveform data
from the MEMORY HiCORDER. By default, a folder named
"rec+<number>" is created in the folder containing the
WAVE COMMUNICATOR executable file. Click the Browse
button to display the Browse Folders dialog box, where you
can select a folder, then click OK. If the specified folder does
not already exist, it is created automatically.
Range of waveform to get Specify the range of waveform data to get. You can select
only a part of the waveform data recorded on the MEMORY
HiCORDER. Getting only part of the waveform data will
reduce the communications time. If you select other than
Whole waveform, specify the number of divisions.
Whole waveform: Get all of the recorded waveform data.
Startofwaveform: Get the specified number of divisions
of waveform data from the start.
End of waveform: Get the specified number of divisions
of waveform data from the end.
No forced stop during
measurement
Normally if the MEMORY HiCORDER is measuring when a
communications task starts, whether getting waveform data
or transferring a setting file. To prevent the MEMORY
HiCORDER from being forcibly stopped in this way, check
this box. In this case, if the MEMORY HiCORDER is
measuring, no communications tasks will take place.
3. After making all the settings, click OK.
This registers the new connection, and displays its name in the
connections.
4. Double-click on a connection or press the space bar to toggle
communications on and off.
When a connection shows "off" no communications take place with it.
: communications enabled
: no communications