Mitutoyo IT-012U User manual

Input Tool
User’s Manual
Read this User's Manual thoroughly
before operating the instrument. After reading,
retain it close at hand for future reference.
No.99MAM014B4
SERIES No.264

Conventions for Describing Software Operation
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Excel are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

No. 99MAM014B i
CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL
Safety Precautions
To operate the instrument correctly and safely, Mitutoyo manuals use various
safety signs (Signal Words and Safety Alert Symbols) to identify and warn
against hazards and potential accidents.
● The following signs indicate general warnings:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in se-
rious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury or property damage.
● The following signs indicate specific warnings or prohibited actions, or indicate a mandatory action:
Alerts the user to a specific hazardous situation. The given example means "Caution,
risk of electric shock"
Prohibits a specific action. The given example means "Do not disassemble"
Specifies a required action. The given example means "Ground".

No. 99MAM014B
ii
CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL
On Various Types of Notes
The following types of notes are provided to help the operator obtain reliable mea-
surement data through correct instrument operation.
IMPORTANT
• An important note is a type of note that provides information essential to the com-
pletion of a task. You cannot disregard this note to complete the task.
• An important note is a type of precaution, which if neglected could result in a loss of
data, decreased accuracy of instrument malfunction/failure.
NOTE
A note emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text. A note supplies
Information that may only apply in special cases (e.g.. Memory limitations, equipment
configurations, or details that apply to specific versions of a program).
TIP
A tip is a type of note that helps the user apply the techniques and procedures de-
scribed in the text to their specific needs.
It also provides reference information associated with the topic being discussed.
Mitutoyo assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage,
direct or
indirect, caused by use of this instrument not conforming to this manual.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.


 2002 Mitutoyo Corporation. All righ
2002 Mitutoyo Corporation. All righ 2002 Mitutoyo Corporation. All righ
2002 Mitutoyo Corporation. All rights reserved.
ts reserved.ts reserved.
ts reserved.

No. 99MAM014B iii
Safety Precautions
・ This user’s manual provides important information on safe use of the Input Tool
(IT-012U). Read the user’s manual thoroughly before using this instrument.
Especially, read carefully the “Precautions for Use” given at the beginning of this
manual to fully understand them for better use of the instrument.
Store this manual in a safe place for future reference as necessary while the in-
strument is in service.
Mitutoyo has paid due attention to ensure the safe use of this instrument without any
harm to the properties of the customers.
・ Operate the instrument according to this manual.

No. 99MAM014B
iv
P
PP
Precautions for Use
recautions for Userecautions for Use
recautions for Use
IMPORTANT
To ensure safe operates with this instrument, check the following items prior to use.
The Input Tool operates with the power supplied form the PC connected. Depending
on the manufacturers or models, PCs may generate significant interference noise. Be
sure to check that the entire system operates normally before starting measurement.
Check the system according to the following procedure.
1)Connect the Input tool to measuring tool and the PC (or equivalent),then turn the
PC on.(It needs not to open the data input window.)
2)Zero set the measuring tool.(Refer to the respective User's Manual)
3)Open the measuring faces(contact point)to the point of workpiece insertion, then
close them to the original zero point. Check to be sure that the measuring tool
displays zero.
4)Repeat step 3 for 5 times. If the measuring tool repeats zero for each time, you may
safely use the system for measurement.
5)In the event that the instrument malfunction should result, please contact Mitu-
toyo office.
CAUTION
• As this product is an electronic instrument, it may be damaged if it is dropped. Be
careful to handle this product.
• Do not leave the Input Tool at site where it may be subjected to direct sunlight, in the
car or near the heat.
• Do not use the Input Tool at site where it may be subjected to water or oil.
• Do not disassemble the Input Tool.
• If a malfunction is not solved with switches, remove the cables and connect them
again.

No. 99MAM014B v
WARRANTY
This product has been manufactured under the rigorous quality control. Should it
malfunction under normal use within one year from the date of original purchase, it will
be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge. Contact your dealer or the
nearest Mitutoyo representative for more information.
However, the following damages may be subject to a repair charge even if damage
occurs within the warranty period:
1. Unit malfunction or damage arising from improper handling, or unauthorized retrofit
or repair by the user.
2. Unit malfunction or damage as the result of moving, dropping, or transporting after
purchase.
3. Unit malfunction or damage due to fire, salt, gas, abnormal voltage, or natural ca-
tastrophe.
This warranty is not transferable and is only valid within the country of the original
purchase.

No. 99MAM014B
vi
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other European countries with sep-
arate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be
treated as household waste. To reduce the environmental impact of WEEE (Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and minimize the volume of WEEE entering landfills,
please reuse and recycle.
For further information, please contact your local dealer or distributors.
Conventions Concerning Korea Certification
/ 한국
한국한국
한국 규제
규제규제
규제 (KC)
(KC)(KC)
(KC)에
에에
에 관한
관한관한
관한 표기
표기표기
표기
Notes for users / 사용자안내문
사용자안내문사용자안내문
사용자안내문
Models Notes for users
Class A equipment
(Materials for professional
broadcasting and
communications equipment)
Retailers and users should note that this equipment is
professional-use only (class A) electron wave compliant
equipment and not for household use.
기 종 별 사 용 자 안 내 문
A 급 기기
(업무용 방송통신기자재)
이 기기는 업무용(A 급)전자파적합기기로서 판매자 또는
사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라며, 가정외의 지역에서
사용하는 것을 목적으로 합니다.
Service location in Korea / A/S
A/S A/S
A/S 서비스
서비스서비스
서비스
Mitutoyo Korea Corporation
Address : Kocom Build. 1, 2F, 260-7, Yeomchang-Dong, Gangseo-Gu, Seoul, 157-040
한국미쓰도요주식회사
주소 : (우)157-040 서울시 강서구 염창동 260-7 코콤빌딩 1,2 층
http://www.mitutoyokorea.com/

No. 99MAM014B vii
CONTENTS
CONVENTIONS USED IN USER'S MANUAL...................................................................................i
Safety Precautions.........................................................................................................................iii
Precautions for Use .......................................................................................................................iv
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................................v
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment ....................................................................vi
Conventions Concerning Korea Certification / 한국
한국한국
한국 규제
규제규제
규제 (KC)
(KC)(KC)
(KC)에
에에
에 관한
관한관한
관한 표기
표기표기
표기...............................vi
CONTENTS.....................................................................................................................................vii
1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................1-1
1.1 About the Input Tool.......................................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 Applicable models...................................................................................................1-1
1.1.2 Name and function of each part.............................................................................1-1
1.1.3 System connection method....................................................................................1-2
1.1.4 Data acquisition method ........................................................................................1-3
2 Driver Installation..................................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Driver Installation ...........................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1 Installing the drivers on Windows
98.....................................................................2-1
2.1.2 Installing the drivers on other Windows Operating System................................2-4
2.2 Confirming the Connection ...........................................................................................2-5
2.2.1 Confirming the connection on Windows
98 or Windows Me..............................2-5
2.2.2 Confirming the connection on Windows
2000 or Windows XP ...........................2-7
2.2.3 Confirming the connection on Windows Vista or Windows 7.............................2-9
3 Specifications........................................................................................................................3-1
3.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Table1 List of Digimatic (SPC) Cables..........................................................................3-2
Service Network

No. 99MAM014B
viii
MEMO

No. 99MAM014B 1-1
1 Introduction
This chapter describes the procedures of Inputtool connection and
operation.
1.1 About the Inputtool
This instrument is featured with the following:
• Measuring instrument data can be inputted by means of spread sheet calculation
software. (including Microsoft Excel)
• Dedicated software or drivers are not required if this is connected to a USB Port.
1.1.1 Applicable models
• The Inputtool can be used with a personal computer equipped with a USB port and
operating on the Windows Operating System of Windows 98 or later.
1.1.2 Name and function of each part
① Digimatic（SPC）10-pin connector
：For connection with the Digimatic (SPC) cable .
② Foot switch jack
：For connection with the foot switch No.937179T
(Optional).
③ DATA button
：Press to acquire data.
④ USB A connector
：For connection with the USB port or USB hub of your
personal computer.
①
③
②
④

No. 99MAM014B
1-2
Digimatic (SPC) cable
1.1.3 System connection
1)
1)1)
1) Ordinary connection method
CAUTION
• To connect measuring instruments to the Inputtool, use Mitutoyo original Digimatic
(SPC) cables.
• For more information about a SPC cable, refer to section 3.2 “Table1 List of
Digimatic (SPC) cables“
• The foot switch (order No.937179T) is optionally available.
2) Connections for multiple measuring instruments
Note
Three kinds of instruments with a Digimatic data output can be connected by using
the Gage Selector (order No.: 939039).
Inputtool
Measuring instruments
Instrument
Instrument
Instrument
Gage selector
Inputtool
Foot switch

1. Introduction
No. 99MAM014B 1-3
1.1.4 Data acquisition method
• Press the DATAbutton provided on the measuring instrument, Digimatic(SPC)
cable, or Inputtool main unit so the data can be read in to the personal
computer.
• The data can be read directly by software, including Microsoft Excel.
NOTE
• Target cells and direction of data input should be determined on each piece of
software.
Reference material
（http://www.orangehousejapan.com/download/99MAM015B1_E.pdf）
• This instrument may not be operated properly depending on the personal computer.
• Pressing the DATA button of the Inputtool while is being rebooted from the
suspended state with it connected with a personal computer may disable data output.
If this is the case, disconnect this instrument from the personal computer once, then
connect them again.
• When data needs to be output continuously, take an interval about one second.

No. 99MAM014B
1-4
MEMO

No. 99MAM014B 2-1
1 Driver Installation
This chapter describes the driver installation procedures.
2.1 About the Driver Installation
2.1.1 Installing the drivers on Windows 98.
1) Connect the cable supplied with the Input Tool to the USB port or USB Hub of
the personal computer.
2) The Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Click the [Next>] button.

No. 99MAM014B
2-2
3) With the following screen displayed, select the “Search for the best drive for your
device. (Recommended)” radio button, then click the [Next>] button.
4) After the display has been changed to the following, uncheck all check boxes,
then click the [Next>] button.

2. Driver Installation
Driver InstallationDriver Installation
Driver Installation
No. 99MAM014B 2-
3
5) With the following screen displayed, click the [Next >] button.
Driver installation will start .
NOTE
The Windows 98 CD-ROM may be required during copying files by the system
depending on the personal computer used. If this is the case, set the CD-ROM
in the computer and follow the instructions given on the screen.
6) After completion of file copy, the following screen will be displayed. Click the
[Finish] button.

No. 99MAM014B
2-4
2.1.2 Installing the drivers on other Windows operating systems.
Connecting the Input Tool with a personal computer with the supplied cable will
automatically install the drivers. No particular operation is required.
NOTE
If the Input Tool IT-012U is connected, the Japanese-version 106/109 keyboard of
Windows 2000-based machine may sometimes operate as an English 101 keyboard.
This problem is unique to Windows 2000 and will be addressed as shown below:
Example of phenomena:
Key stroke 106/109 101
Japanese keyboard English keyboard
Shift + 2 “ @
Shift + 8 ( *
Shift + 9 ) (
A solution for this problem is installing the Service Pack2 of Windows 2000. With the
Service Pack2 installed, the Japanese 106/109 keyboard will not change its key
arrangement even when the IT-012U is connected.
If the keyboard has already been changed to the English 101 keyboard in key
arrangement, use the following procedures to restore the original state:
To restore to the Japanese 106/109 keyboard, use the Device Manager as follows:
1) From the Keyboard menu in the Device Manager, double-click [Standard
101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural Keyboard].
2) Select the [Driver] tab, then click the [Renew Driver] button.
3) Following the Wizard, check “Show the list of known drivers of this device to
select a driver”, then click [Next>] button.
4) Check “Show all hardware of the devices of this class”, select [Japanese
106/109 keyboard], then click [Next>] button.
5) Follow the Wizard to renew the driver and restart the personal computer.
Windows 2000 Service Pack 2 is available from the Microsoft Web Site. Refer to the
Windows Update page.
For more information about the Service Pack, contact the Microsoft Corporation.

2. Driver Installation
Driver InstallationDriver Installation
Driver Installation
No. 99MAM014B 2-
5
2.2 Confirming the Connection
This section describes the procedure for confirming whether the Input Tool is properly
connected.
2.2.1 Confirming the connection on Windows 98 or Windows Me
1) Click the [Start] button, choose the [Settings] menu, then click [Control Panel]
to open it.
2) From [Control Panel] open the [System] icon, then select the [Device manager]
tab.
3) The following screen will be displayed. Open the [Keyboard] menu, then select
[HID-compliant keyboard].
4) Click the [Properties] button.

No. 99MAM014B
2-6
5 ) The [HID-compliant keyboard Properties] dialog will be displayed. Connection is
satisfactory if the Device status message shows “This device is working
properly”.