Hioki FT3424 User manual

FT3425
FT3424
Instruction Manual
LUX METER
Jan. 2018 Revised edition 4 FT3424A980-04
EN
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Contents
Introduction.........................................................................1
Verifying Package Contents..............................................2
Options (Sold Separately)..................................................3
Safety Notes........................................................................5
Usage Notes........................................................................8
1 Overview 13
1.1 Overview and Features.................................13
1.2 Parts Names and Functions.........................14
1.3 LCD.................................................................19
2 Measurement Methods 23
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2.2 Inserting/Replacing Batteries ......................24
2.3 Attaching the Strap.......................................26
2.4 Inspection Before Use ..................................28
2.5 Making Measurements..................................29
2.6 Selecting the Measurement Range..............33
3 Applied Functionality 35
3.1 Retaining the Measured Value after a
Set Amount of Time
(Timer Hold Function)...................................35
Retaining the measured value (TIMER) ...................35
3.2 Undocking the Display Unit and Sensor
Unit .................................................................37
3.3 Mounting the Sensor Unit on a Tripod
or Monopod ...................................................38
3.4 Using the Z5023 Extension Cart ..................39
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3.5 Limiting Battery Consumption
(Auto Power OFF Function) .........................42
3.6 Saving Measured Values
(Memory Function)........................................44
Saving the measured value (MEM) ..........................44
Reading the saved measured values (READ)..........45
Deleting the most recently saved measured
value (CLEAR)..........................................................46
Deleting all the saved measured values...................46
3.7 Logging Illuminance Data
(Output Function)..........................................47
3.8 Communicating with the PC ........................49
3.9 Communicating with a Smart Phone or
Tablet (FT3425 only)......................................51
Installing the smartphone application .......................53
Pairing the application with the lux meter (FT3425) .54
Making measurements with the Bluetooth function..55
3.10 Disabling the Buzzer.....................................56
3.11 Turning On the Backlight..............................57
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Accuracy...................................................................60
Characteristics..........................................................61
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4.6 Bluetooth Communication
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5 Maintenance and Service 67
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5.1 Repair, Inspection, and Cleaning.................67
5.2 Troubleshooting............................................68
5.3 Error Display..................................................70
5.4 Display Messages .........................................71
Appendix Appx.1
Appx. 1 Recommended Levels of Illumination
(Reference)........................................Appx.1
Appx. 2 Sensor Characteristics Graphs.......Appx.3
Relative Spectral Response Characteristics in
the Visible Spectrum..........................................Appx.3
Angled Incident Light Characteristics ................Appx.4
Appx. 3 Other Characteristics.......................Appx.5
Appx. 4 Dimensional Drawings.....................Appx.6
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI FT3424, FT3425 Lux Meter. To
obtain maximum performance from the product, please read this
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Only the FT3425 has the Bluetooth®communication function.
Using this function enables smart phones and tablets to view and
record measurement data.
Trademarks
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of BluetoothSIG, Inc.(USA).
The trademark is used by HIOKI E.E. CORPORATION under
license.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc.
IOS is a registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other
countries.
iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, iPad Pro, and iPod Touch are trademarks
of Apple Inc.
The App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
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Verifying Package Contents
Verifying Package Contents
When you receive the instrument, inspect it carefully to ensure that
no damage occurred during shipping.
In particular, check the accessories, operation keys of the panel, and
connectors. If damage is evident, or if it fails to operate according to
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Check the package contents as follows.
FT3424 or FT3425 LR6 Alkaline battery × 2
Carrying case
(soft) Strap (for the instrument) (p.26)
Sensor cap (with the
strap)
(p.29)
Instruction manual
Precautions
concerning use
of equipment that
emits radio waves
(FT3425 only)
CD* (USB driver,
dedicated computer
application
software, and
communications
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USB cable
(Length: 0.9 m)
* The latest version can be downloaded from our web site.
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Options (Sold Separately)
Options (Sold Separately)
The following options are available for the instrument.
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Connection cable
Use when positioning the sensor unit and display unit separately during use.
L9820 Connection Cable
(Length: 2 m)
Output cords
Required when using the instrument’s output functionality.
L9095 Output Cord
(Length: 1.5 m, for use with
BNC terminals)
L9094 Output Cord
(Length: 1.5 m, for use with
banana terminals)
L9096 Output Cord
(Length: 1.5 m, for use with
terminal blocks)
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Options (Sold Separately)
Carrying cases
Handy for storing the instrument with the L9820 Connection Cable, L9094/
L9095/L9096 Output Cord, and USB cable.
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L9820 Connection Cable
cannot be stored.
C0201 Carrying Case
(semi-hard) C0202 Carrying Case
(soft)
Measurement aid
Attach the sensor unit or instrument to this convenient cart to measure
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between measurement locations. In addition, a monopod can be attached to
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Model Z5023 Extension Cart
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Safety Notes
Safety Notes
The instrument is designed to conform to IEC 61010 Safety
Standards, and has been thoroughly tested for safety prior to
shipment. However, using the instrument in a way not described in
this manual may negate the provided safety features.
Before using the instrument, be certain to carefully read the
following safety notes.
CAUTION
Mishandling during use could lead to damage to
the instrument. Be certain that you understand the
instructions and precautions in the manual before use.
Individuals using an electrical measuring instrument for the
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experience in electrical measurement.
Notation
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result in death or serious injury to the operator.
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result in minor or moderate injury to the operator or
damage to the instrument or malfunction.
IMPORTANT Indicates information related to the operation of the
instrument or maintenance tasks with which the
operators must be fully familiar.
Indicates the prohibited action.
Indicates the action which must be performed.
*Additional information is presented below.
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Safety Notes
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instrument, refer to a corresponding topic in the Instruction Manual.
Indicates DC (Direct Current).
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of BluetoothSIG, Inc.
(USA). The trademark is used by HIOKI E.E. CORPORATION
underlicense.
Symbols for various standards
Indicates the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE Directive) in EU member states.
Indicates that the instrument conforms to regulations set out by
the EU Directive.
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