Hioki 8715-01 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
8715-01
POWER HiCORDER

Contents
Introduction i
Inspection i
Safety Notes iv
Notes on Use viii
Chapter 1 Product Overview 1
1.1 Major Features 1
1.2 Identification of Controls and Indicators 2
Chapter 2 Installation and Preparation 7
2.1 Installation of the Unit 7
2.2 Power Supply and Ground Connection 8
2.2.1 Connecting the AC Adapter 8
2.2.2 Installing the 9447 BATTERY PACK 9
2.3 Power On/Off 11
2.4 Connection of the Connection Cord 12
2.5 Connecting the 9322 DIFFERENTIAL
PROBE 14
2.6 Connecting the Clamp on Probe 16
2.7 Loading Recording Paper 20
2.8 Care of Recording Paper 22
2.9 Attaching the Strap 23
Chapter 3 Waveform Measurement Mode 25
3.1 Outline of the Waveform Measurement
Mode 25
3.2 Operation Sequence (Waveform) 27
3.3 Setting Items (Waveform) 28
3.3.1 Setting the Measurement Mode 28
3.3.2 Setting the Time Axis Range 29
3.3.3 Setting the Recording Length 30
3.3.4 Setting the Auto Print Function 31

Contents
Introduction i
Inspection i
Safety Notes iv
Notes on Use viii
Chapter 1 Product Overview 1
1.1 Major Features 1
1.2 Identification of Controls and Indicators 2
Chapter 2 Installation and Preparation 7
2.1 Installation of the Unit 7
2.2 Power Supply and Ground Connection 8
2.2.1 Connecting the AC Adapter 8
2.2.2 Installing the 9447 BATTERY PACK 9
2.3 Power On/Off 11
2.4 Connection of the Connection Cord 12
2.5 Connecting the 9322 DIFFERENTIAL
PROBE 14
2.6 Connecting the Clamp on Probe 16
2.7 Loading Recording Paper 20
2.8 Care of Recording Paper 22
2.9 Attaching the Strap 23
Chapter 3 Waveform Measurement Mode 25
3.1 Outline of the Waveform Measurement
Mode 25
3.2 Operation Sequence (Waveform) 27
3.3 Setting Items (Waveform) 28
3.3.1 Setting the Measurement Mode 28
3.3.2 Setting the Time Axis Range 29
3.3.3 Setting the Recording Length 30
3.3.4 Setting the Auto Print Function 31

3.4 Input Channel Setting (Waveform) 32
3.4.1 Setting the Input Mode 32
3.4.2 Setting the Measurement Range 33
3.4.3 Setting the Waveform Position 34
3.4.4 Setting the Low-Pass Filter 35
3.4.5 Setting the Waveform Display 36
3.4.6 Setting the Zoom 37
3.5 Trigger Functions 38
3.5.1 Level Trigger 40
3.5.2 Window-In/Out Trigger 43
3.5.3 Voltage Drop Trigger 45
3.5.4 Period Trigger 47
3.5.5 Waveform Detection Trigger 51
3.5.6 Setting the Pre-Trigger 54
3.5.7 Input Level Monitor Function 55
3.6 Waveform Display Screen Settings 56
3.7 Start and Stop Operation (Waveform) 57
3.8 Sequential Save Function 58
Chapter 4 RMS Trend Measurement Mode 59
4.1 Outline of the RMS Trend Measurement 59
4.2 Operation Sequence (Trend) 60
4.3 Setting Items (Trend) 61
4.3.1 Setting the Measurement Mode 61
4.3.2 Setting the Time Axis Range 63
4.3.3 Setting the Frequency 64
4.3.4 Setting the Printer (Real Time Printing) 65
4.4 Input Channel Setting (Trend) 66
4.4.1 Setting the Input Mode 66
4.4.2 Setting the Measurement Range 67
4.4.3 Setting the Waveform Position 68
4.4.4 Setting the Low-Pass Filter 70
4.4.5 Setting the Waveform Display 71
4.4.6 Setting the Print Value 72
4.4.7 Setting the Zoom 73

4.5 Instantaneous Waveform Recording
(Memory Record) 74
4.5.1 Setting the Instantaneous Waveform
Recording 74
4.5.2 Setting the Instaneous Waveform Trigger 77
4.5.3 RMS Level Trigger 79
4.5.4 RMS Window-In/Out Trigger 81
4.5.5 Voltage Drop Trigger 83
4.5.6 Setting the Pre-Trigger 85
4.5.7 Instantaneous Waveform Recording Display
Procedure 86
4.6 Waveform Display Screen Settings 88
4.7 Start and Stop Operation (Trend) 89
Chapter 5 Advanced Functions 91
5.1 Using the A/B Cursors 92
5.2 Scrolling the Waveform 95
5.3 Magnification/compression Ratio Along the
Time Axis 96
5.4 DMM Function 97
5.5 Key Lock Function 98
5.6 External Trigger Function 99
5.7 Trigger Output Terminal 101
Chapter 6 Advanced Settings 103
6.1 Environment Settings 104
6.1.1 Start Backup 104
6.1.2 Grid Type 105
6.1.3 LCD Saver 106
6.1.4 Display Color 107
6.1.5 Language 108
6.1.6 List & Gauge 109
6.1.7 Screen Copy Output Destination 110

6.2 Using the Previous State Settings 112
6.2.1 Storing Settings 112
6.2.2 Loading Previously Saved State Settings
114
6.2.3 Deleting saved state settings 115
6.2.4 Auto Setting 116
6.3 Initialize Screen Settings 117
6.3.1 Setting the Clock 117
6.3.2 Clearing the Waveform Data 118
6.3.3 System Reset 119
6.3.4 Self-check 120
6.4 Extended Setting 122
6.4.1 Auto Save Settings 122
6.4.2 Sequential Save Function 125
Chapter 7 Printout of Measurement Data 127
7.1 Printing Procedure 128
7.1.1 Manual Print 128
7.1.2 Auto Print (Waveform) 129
7.1.3 Real Time Print (Trend RMS Recording) 130
7.1.4 Partial Print 132
7.1.5 Screen Copy 133
7.2 Example of Printer Output 134
Chapter 8 Storing the Measurement Data 135
8.1 PC Card 136
8.2 Using the PC Card Slot 137
8.3 Settings on the File Screen 138
8.3.1 Loading the Data 138
8.3.2 Saving Measurement and Setting Data 142
8.3.3 Entering the File Name 148
8.3.4 Deleting the Files and Directories 151
8.3.5 Creating the Directory 152
8.3.6 Initializing 154
8.3.7 Changing the Names of Files and
Directories 155

Chapter 9 Specifications 157
9.1 General Specifications 157
9.2 Analog Inputs 160
9.3 Measurement Modes 163
9.4 Others 166
Chapter 10 Maintenance and Service 167
10.1 Changing the 9447 BATTERY PACK 168
10.2 Recharging the 9447 BATTERY PACK 170
10.3 Removing the Battery Before Discarding
the Instrument 171
10.4 Cleaning the Printer Head 172
10.5 Troubleshooting 173
10.6 Cleaning of the Instrument 174
Chapter 11 Appendix 175
11.1 Messages 175
11.2 RMS Value 177
11.3 Text File Internal Format 178
11.4 Waveform Viewer (Wv) 180
11.4.1 Starting the Waveform Viewer 181
11.4.2 Waveform Viewer Menus 182
11.4.3 Using the Waveform Viewer 184
11.4.4 Conversion to CSV Format 188
11.4.5 Converting Multiple Waveform Files into
CSV Files 190
Index INDEX 1

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Inspection
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Introduction
Ins
p
ection
Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI "8715-01 POWER
HiCORDER." To obtain maximum performance from the
instrument, please read this manual first, and keep it handy
for future reference.
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 representative.
Accessories
Instruction Manual 1
Measurement Guide 1
Application Disk (CD) 1
Strap 1
9234 RECORDING PAPER 1
Attachment (for printer) 1
9418-10 AC ADAPTER (PSA-30U-120, PHIHONG) or
9418-15 AC ADAPTER (SA130A-1225V-S, SINO
AMERICAN) 1
9197 CONNECTION CORD 4

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Inspection
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Options
Cord, Adapter
9199 CONVERSION ADAPTOR (BNC-Banana female)
9217 CONNECTION CORD (BNC-BNC)
(maximum input voltage: 300 V AC/DC)
9322 DIFFERENTIAL PROBE
(maximum input voltage: CAT ll: 1000 VAC, 2000 VDC,
CAT lll:600VAC,DC)
9094 OUTPUT CORD
(for connecting with the 3283, 3284, and 3285)
Clamp
9010-10 CLAMP ON PROBE
(10Ato500A,40Hzto1kHz)
9018-10 CLAMP ON PROBE
(10Ato500A,40Hzto3kHz)
9132-10 CLAMP ON PROBE
(20 A to 1000 A, 40 Hz to 1 kHz)*1
3283 CLAMP ON LEAK HiTESTER
(10 mA to 200 A 40 Hz to 2 kHz)*2
3284 CLAMP ON AC/DC HiTESTER
(20Ato500A 40Hzto2kHz)*2
3285 CLAMP ON AC/DC HiTESTER
(20Ato500A 40Hzto3kHz)*2
PC Card
9626 PC CARD 32M
9627 PC CARD 64M
9726 PC CARD 128M
9727 PC CARD 256M
9728 PC CARD 512M
9729 PC CARD 1G
*1: This device is not approved for CE marking.
*2: This device requires the 9094 OUTPUT CORD (sold
separately).

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Inspection
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Others
9335 WAVE PROCESSOR
9418-10 AC ADAPTER (PSA-30U-120, PHIHONG)
9418-15 AC ADAPTER (SA130A-1225V-S, SINO
AMERICAN)
9447 BATTERY PACK (7.2 V/2450 mAh)
9643 CHARGE STAND
9391 CARRYING CASE
9234 RECORDING PAPER
(18 m/59.06 feet, 112 mm width)
220H PAPER WINDER *1
*1: This device is not approved for CE marking.

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Safety Notes
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DANGE
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This instrument is designed to conform to 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.
Safety Symbols
The symbol printed on the instrument 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, the symbol indicates particularly
important information that the user should read before
using the instrument.
Indicates the ON side of the power switch.
Indicates the OFF side of the power switch.
Indicates both DC (Direct Current) and AC (Alternating
Current).
Indicates DC (Direct Current).
Safet
y
Notes
This manual contains information and warnings essential
for safe operation of the instrument and for maintaining it
in safe operating condition. Before using the instrument,
be sure to carefully read the following safety notes.

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Safety Notes
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DANGE
R
Indicates that incorrect operation presents an extreme
hazard that could result in serious injury or death to
the user.
WARNING
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a
significant hazard that could result in serious injury or
death to the user.
CAUTION Indicates that incorrect operation presents a
possibility of injury to the user or damage to the
instrument.
NOTE Advisory items related to performance or correct
operation of the instrument.
The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative
importance of cautions and warnings.

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Safety Notes
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CAT l Secondary electrical circuits connected to an
AC electrical outlet through a transformer or
similar device.
CAT ll Primary electrical circuits in equipment connected to
an AC electrical outlet by a power cord (portable
tools, household appliances, etc.)
CAT lll Primary electrical circuits of heavy equipment (fixed
installations) connected directly to the distribution
panel, and feeders from the distribution panel to
outlets.
CAT lV The circuit from the service drop to the service
entrance, and to the power meter and primary
overcurrent protection device (distribution panel).
Measurement categories (Overvoltage categories)
This instrument complies with CAT II safety requirements.
To ensure safe operation of measurement instruments,
IEC61010 establishes safety standards for various electrical
environments, categorized as CAT I to CAT IV, and called
measurement categories. These are defined as follows.
Higher-numbered categories correspond to electrical
environments with greater momentary energy. So a
measurement device designed for CAT III environments can
endure greater momentary energy than a device designed
for CAT II.
Using a measurement instrument in an environment
designated with a higher-numbered category than that for
which the instrument is rated could result in a severe
accident, and must be carefully avoided.
Never use a CAT I measuring instrument in CAT II, III, or
IV environments.
The measurement categories comply with the Overvoltage
Categories of the IEC60664 Standards.

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f.s. (maximum display value or scale length)
The maximum displayable value or the full length of the
scale.
This is usually the maximum value of the currently
selected range.
rdg. (reading or displayed value)
The value currently being measured and indicated on the
measuring instrument.
dgt. (resolution)
The smallest displayable unit on a digital measuring
instrument, i.e., the input value that causes the digital
display to show a "1".
Accuracy
We define measurement tolerances in terms of f.s. (full
scale), rdg. (reading) and dgt. (digit) values, with the
following meanings:

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Notes on Use
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To avoid electric shock and damage to the instrument, do not
apply more than 450 V AC or DC between the analog inputs
and instrument, or between the analog inputs.
Use only the supplied AC adapter [9418-10 (PSA-30U-120,
PHIHONG), or 9418-15 (SA130A-1225V-S, SINO AMERICAN)].
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 instrument, do not apply voltage outside of this range.
To avoid damaging the instrument, do not apply voltage
exceeding the selected range to the input terminals, and never
exceed the maximum ratings for the analog input connection
cable or probe shown in the following table. In addition to
these limits, note that the absolute maximum analog input
voltage is 450V AC/DC.
Input/output terminal Maximum input voltage
Analog input 450 V AC, DC
EXT TRIG -5 V to +10 V
TRIG OUT -20 V to +30 V
500 mA max, 200 mW max
Maximum input voltage
9197 CONNECTION CORD 500 V AC, DC
9217 CONNECTION CORD 300 V AC, DC
9448 CONSENT INPUT
CORD
125 V
9322 DIFFERENTIAL PROBE 1000 V AC, 2000 V DC (CAT ll)
600 V AC, DC (CAT lll)
WARNING
For battery operation, use only the Hioki Model 9447
BATTERY PACK. We cannot accept responsibility for
accidents or damage related to the use of any other
batteries.
NOTE The 8715-01 POWER HiCORDERs are not affected by a drop in
power lasting 40 ms or less. However, a drop in power lasting
more than 40 ms may interrupt the power supply. Check the
power supply conditions at the installation site in advance.
Notes on Use
Follow these precautions to ensure safe operation and to
obtain the full benefits of the various functions.

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1.1 Major Features
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Chapter 1
Product Overview
1.1 Major Features
(1) Two Power Monitoring Modes
･The Waveform Measurement Mode measures the
waveform level of commercial power lines.
･The RMS Trend Measurement Mode records the trend in
the rms value of power line levels over a long term.
(2) Attached printer simultaneously prints measured waveforms
instantaneously on site.
(3) Current Measurement Capabilities
Current measurements capabilities are available when using
our clamp sensors, with which current values can be read
directly.
(4) Isolated Analog Inputs Satisfy Safety Concerns
･The four channels of the 8715-01 are completely isolated
from the instrument's ground (GND), allowing worry-free
connections to points of independent potential.
･Accepts direct connection to and measurement of 400V
lines.

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1.2 Identification of Controls and Indicators
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1.2 Identification of Controls and Indicators
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1. SET key Selects the Basic Setting screen.
2. CH SET key Selects the CH SETTING screen.
3. DISP key Selects the Waveform Display screen.
4. PRINT key Serves to print out stored waveforms.
5. COPY key Serves to print out a copy of the current
screen display.
6. FEED key Causes the printer paper to advance for
as long as the key is pressed.
7. DMM key Selects the DMM screen.
8. CARD key Selects the File screen.
9. / keys Select and accept settings here.
10. Cursor keys Moves the flashing cursor in the four
directions.
11. Scroll keys Moves the A/B cursors and scrolls the
waveforms.
12. CH1 - CH4
keys
Input and trigger settings can be made
by displaying the Settings window on
the Waveform Display screen.
13. RANGE key Sets the voltage axis range for the
channel.
14. POSN key Sets the display position for the
channel.
15. TIME/DIV
key
Sets the input signal capture speed.
16. START key Initiates the measurement and analysis.
During measurement, the LED above
the key is lit.
17. STOP key Stops measurement.

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1.2 Identification of Controls and Indicators
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1. PC card slot Insert the PC card.
2. Eject button Press this button to eject a PC card.
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3
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5
1. AC adapter connecting terminal (for the AC adapter
specified by Hioki only)
2. Power switch Switches on or off the power supply.
3. External trigger terminal
(EXT TRIG)
External trigger source input.
4. Trigger output terminal
(TRIG OUT)
Trigger signals are output.
5. Ground terminal
(GND)
Used together with the trigger
terminal.
6. Contrast adjustment knob Adjusts screen contrast.
Upper Side View
Lower Side View