Hioki 9593-02 User manual

9593-02 Instruction Manual
RS-232C INTERFACE
EN
Oct. 2018 Revised edition 4
9593A985-04 18-10H
For 3157 AC GROUNDING HiTESTER

Contents
Introduction i
Chapter 1 Before Use 1
1.1 Check of External Appearance and Accessories 1
1.2 Shipping Precautions 2
1.3 Notes on Use 3
1.4 Installing the RS-232C Interface 4
Chapter 2 Overview 5
2.1 Introduction to the RS-232C Interface 5
2.2 Features 6
2.3 Specifications 7
Chapter 3 Names of Parts 11
3.1 Controls and Connections 11
Chapter 4 Connection to the Printer 13
4.1 9442 PRINTER 13
4.2 Setting the 9442 PRINTER Communication Conditions 14
4.3 Connecting the Printer 15
Chapter 5 Connection to the 3155 17
Chapter 6 Operation 19
6.1 Setting the RS-232C Communication Conditions 19
6.2 Communication Methods by the RS-232C 20
6.3 Message Format 21
6.3.1 Program Message 21
6.3.2 Response Messages 21
6.4 Headers 22
6.5 Data Formats 23
6.6 Delimiters 24
6.7 Separators 24
6.8 Abbreviation of Compound Commands 25
6.9 Output Queue 26
6.10 Input Buffer 26
6.11 Event Registers 27
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Chapter 7 Command Reference 29
7.1 Command Summary 29
7.2 Format of Command Explanations 32
7.3 Particular Commands 33
7.4 Commands Specific to the 3157 35
7.5 Response Format for Queries as Numerical Value 67
7.6 Initialization Items 68
Chapter 8 Sample Programs 69
8.1 Sample program Flowchart 69
8.2 Sample programs 74
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting 81

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Introduction
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WARNIN
G
Indicates that incorrect operation presents significant
danger of accident resulting in death or serious injury to
the user.
CAUTIO
N
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.
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ntroduction
Thank you for purchasing this HIOKI "9593-02 RS-232C INTERFACE."
To get the maximum performance from the unit, please read this manual first,
and keep this at hand.
This Instruction Manual provides information and warnings essential for
operating this equipment in a safe manner and for maintaining it in safe
operating condition. Before using this equipment, be sure to carefully read the
following safety notes.
The following symbols are used in this Instruction Manual to indicate the
relative importance of cautions and warnings.
* The "3157" in this Instruction Manual includes the "3157-01."

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Introduction
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1.1 Check of External Appearance and Accessories
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Before Us
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.1 Check of External Appearance and Accessories
When the unit is delivered, check and make sure that it has not been
damaged in transit. If the unit is damaged, or fails to operate according to the
specifications, contact your dealer or HIOKI representative.
(1) 9593-02 RS-232C INTERFACE
(2) This instruction manual

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1.2 Shipping Precautions
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.2 Shipping Precautions
If reshipping the unit, preferably use the original packing.
If this is not available, use the following procedure.
(1) Wrap the unit in plastic sheeting.
(2) After wrapping cushioning material around the unit, pack it into a
cardboard box, and then seal up the box with adhesive tape.

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1.3 Notes on Use
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.3 Notes on Use
(1) If you change the communication conditions of the 3157 while using it, you
should immediately turn the power off and on again. If you do not do so, the
communication conditions will not be changed to the new ones.
(2) Always be sure to secure the RS-232C cable to the 9593-02 unit by tightening
up the fixing screws provided.
(3) Program messages sent just after the power has been turned on are executed
after the self test has terminated.
(4) It is vital that the proper data format is used when inputting commands with
data values to the 3157 unit.
(5) For details of the various functions, refer to the instruction manual for the
3157 unit.

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1.4 Installing the RS-232C Interface
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WARNIN
G
To prevent electrical shock, before adding or replacing the RS-232C
interface, check that the power for the unit is off and the power cord
and connectors are disconnected. [The fixing screws must be firmly
tightened or the input unit may not function up to specification, or may
even fail.]
To avoid the danger of electric shock, never operate the unit with an
RS-232C interface removed. If you should wish to use the unit after
removing an interface, fit a blank panel over the opening of the removed
unit.
CAUTIO
N
When inserting in the interface, hold the metal plate. Directly touching the
board may cause static electricity and lead to damage of the instrument.
(Using the wrist strap for preventing static electricity when inserting is
recommended.)
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.4 Installing the RS-232C Interface
The space for fitting the 9593-02 RS-232C INTERFACE in the rear panel of
the 3157 is covered with a blank panel. Follow these three steps to install the
9593-02 interface:
(1) Remove the fixing screws, and take off the blank panel.
(2) Insert the 9593-02 RS-232C INTERFACE into the exposed slot in the rear
of the unit in the figure below.
(3) Push the 9593-02 firmly into place, and fix with the screws removed in
step 1.