Hioki 3470 User manual

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3470
MAGNETIC FIELD HiTESTER
December 2008 Revised edition 4 3470A981-04 08-12H
Instruction Manual

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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................1
Inspection ..................................................................................2
Safety Information .....................................................................4
Operating Precautions ...............................................................6
1Overview 9
1.1 Product Overview ............................................... 9
1.2 Features ...........................................................11
1.3 Measurement Example .................................... 13
1.4 Names and Functions of Parts .........................17
1.4.1 3470 Magnetic Field HiTester ............................17
1.4.2 3471 Magnetic Field Sensor ..............................21
1.4.3 3472 Magnetic Field Sensor ..............................22
1.5 Definition of Measurement Items ......................23
1.6 Screen Configuration and Key Operation
Work Flow ........................................................24
1.7 Measurement Work Flow ................................. 27
2 Measurement Preparations 29
2.1 Supplying Power .............................................. 29
2.1.1 Connecting the AC Adapter ..............................29
2.1.2 Inserting and Replacing Batteries ......................30
2.2 Connecting a Magnetic Field Sensor ............... 32
2.3 Turning the Power On and Off .........................33
3 Measurement Procedure 35
3.1 Measurement Preparations ..............................35
3.2 Pre-measurement Check ................................. 37
3.3 Measuring Magnetic Flux Density .................... 38
3.4 Measuring Exposure Level (General Public) ....41

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3.4.1 Preparing for Exposure Measurements .............41
3.4.2 Exposure Level ..................................................43
3.4.3 Measurement Procedure ...................................45
3.5 Measuring Exposure Level (Occup.) ................48
3.6 Holding Maximum Value of the Resultant
RMS Values ..................................................... 51
3.7 Checking and Deleting Saved Data ................. 52
3.7.1 Checking Saved Data ........................................52
3.7.2 Deleting Saved Data ..........................................54
3.7.3 Deleting All Saved Data .....................................57
4 Advanced Functions 59
4.1 Checking Remaining Battery Power ................. 59
4.2 Function for Saving Settings (Saving Set
Modes and Measurement Ranges) ..................60
4.3 Initializing Function (Returning Settings to
Their Factory Defaults) .....................................61
4.4 Other Functions ................................................ 62
4.4.1 Setting Auto Power Off (Saving Battery Power) 62
4.4.2 Setting Audible Key Feedback ..........................64
4.4.3 Changing Unit Indication ...................................66
4.4.4 Setting the Slow Function ..................................68
4.4.5 Turning on the MEM. MODE key in MAX.
HOLD or output mode .......................................70
5 Using Application Software 73
5.1 Overview ..........................................................73
5.2 Installing ...........................................................74
5.2.1 Installing the Driver ............................................74
5.2.2 Installing software ..............................................82
5.3 Graphic Representation of Measurement
Values .............................................................. 85
5.4 Transferring Recorded Data to a PC ................88
5.5 Configuring the 3470 ........................................91

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5.6 Viewing Version Information .............................93
6 Advanced Measurements 95
6.1 Outputting Waveform and Resultant
RMS Values ..................................................... 95
7 Specifications 101
7.1 3470 Magnetic Field HiTester ........................101
7.1.1 Basic Specifications .........................................101
7.1.2 General Specifications .....................................103
7.1.3 Application Software ........................................104
7.1.4 Equations and Functions .................................105
7.2 3471 Magnetic Field Sensor ...........................107
7.3 3472 Magnetic Field Sensor ...........................108
8 Maintenance and Service 109
8.1 Troubleshooting .............................................. 109
8.2 Error Indication ............................................... 110
8.3 Version Display .............................................. 110
8.4 Cleaning .........................................................110
8.5 Service ........................................................... 110
Appendix 111
Appendix 1 ICNIRP Guideline (Basic Restrictions) ..111
Appendix 2 Coupling Factor in the ICNIRP
Guidelines ............................................. 112
Appendix 3 Graph Showing the Range of
ICNIRP 1998 Guidelines .......................113

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI “Model 3470 Magnetic Field HiT-
ester.” To obtain maximum performance from the instrument, please
read this manual first, and keep it handy for future reference.
While every effort has been made to ensure that the content of this man-
ual is correct, we would appreciate it if you notified your dealer or local
Hioki agent should you notice any unclear, incorrect or missing informa-
tion.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Unless otherwise specified, “Windows” represents Windows 98, Me,
Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP.
• Dialog 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.
This instruction manual contains instructions for use of the device
with the3471 and 3472 Magnetic Field Sensor.
Note
Trademarks in this manual
Notation
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 cho-
sen item in the desired position.
Activate: Click on a window on the screen to activate that window.

2Inspection
Inspection
Verifying Package Contents
When you receive the instrument, inspect it carefully to ensure that no
damage occurred during shipping. If damage is evident, or if it fails to
operate according to the specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki rep-
resentative.
3470 (1) USB cable (1)CD (PC application
software) (1)
LR6 alkaline battery (4)
Instruction manual
(1)
3470-01 Magnetic Field HiTester
3471 Magnetic Field Sensor (1)
9445-02 AC Adapter
or
9445-03 AC Adapter (EU)
(1)
Carrying Case (1)

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Shipping precautions
Use the original packing materials when transporting the instrument, if
possible.
3470 (1) USB cable (1)CD (PC application soft-
ware) (1)
LR6 alkaline battery (4)
Instruction man-
ual (1)
3470-02 Magnetic Field HiTester
3471 Magnetic Field Sensor (1) 3472 Magnetic Field
Sensor (1)
9758 Extention Cable (1) 9759 Output Cable (1) Carrying Case (1)
9445-02 AC Adapter
or
9445-03 AC Adapter (EU)
(1)
This instrument has been calibrated to operate with the provided sen-
sor and should be used only with this sensor. Thus if multiple instru-
ments are used, Before use make sure that the matching number (up
to the hyphen) on the tester and the sensor are identical.

4Safety Information
Safety Information
This manual contains information and warnings essential for safe opera-
tion of the instrument and for maintaining it in safe operating condition.
Before using it, be sure to carefully read the following safety precautions.
Safety Symbols
The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative importance of
cautions and warnings.
This instrument is designed to comply with IEC 61010 Safety
Standards, and has been thoroughly tested for safety prior to
shipment. However, mishandling during use could result in injury
or death, as well as damage to the instrument. 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 instrument defects.
In the manual, the symbol indicates particularly impor-
tant information that the user should read before using
the instrument.
The symbol printed on the instrument indicates that
the user should refer to a corresponding topic in the man-
ual (marked with the symbol) before using the relevant
function.
Indicates DC (Direct Current).
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 signifi-
cant hazard that could result in serious injury or
death to the user.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a possi-
bility of injury to the user or damage to the instru-
ment.
Indicates advisory items related to performance or
correct operation of the instrument.