Rion UV-16 User manual

3-20-41 Higashimotomachi, Kokubunji, Tokyo 185-8533, Japan
http://www.rion.co.jp/english/
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Two-Channel Charge Amplier
UV-16

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Organization of this manual
This manual describes the features, operation, and other aspects of the Two-Chan-
nel Charge Amplier UV-16. If the unit is used together with other equipment to
congure a measurement system, consult the documentation of all other components
as well. The section starting on page iii contains important information about safety.
Be sure to read and observe these precautions in full.
This manual contains the following sections.
Outline
Gives basic information about the unit and contains a block diagram.
Names of Parts and Functions
Briey identies and explains the front panel controls, rear panel connec-
tors and all other parts of the unit.
Linking
Explains how to congure multiple units as a system.
Power Supply Connection
Explains how to make connections for powering the unit.
Accelerometer Selection and Connection
Explains the types of accelerometers that can be used, how to connect them,
and how to set them up for measurement.
Output Connections
Explains how to use the output connectors on the rear panel.
Measurement
Explains the steps for setup and measurement.
Performance Characteristics
Contains charts that show the characteristics of the high-pass lter and low-
pass lter as well as velocity (VEL) and displacement (DISP) frequency
response characteristics.

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* Company names and product names mentioned in this manual are
usually trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
Specications
Lists the technical specications of the unit.
Reference Material
Provides representative data for accelerometer inherent noise. Maintenance
parts are also listed in this section.

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FOR SAFETY
In this manual, important safety instructions are specially marked as shown
below. To prevent the risk of death or injury to persons and severe damage
to the unit or peripheral equipment, make sure that all instructions are fully
understood and observed.
Caution
WARNING
Important
Disregarding instructions
printed here incurs the risk of
death or severe injury to per-
sons.
Disregarding instructions
printed here incurs the risk of
injury to persons and/or dam-
age to peripheral equipment.
Disregarding instructions
printed here incurs the risk of
damage to the product.
Mentioned about the tips to
use this unit properly. (This
messages do not have to do
with safety.)
Note

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To conform to the EU requirement of the Directive
on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment,
the symbol mark on the right is shown on the
instrument.
The product described in this manual is in conformity with the
following standards;
Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory
use.
RION Co., Ltd.
3-20-41 Higashimotomachi, Kokubunji, Tokyo 185-8533, Japan
BNC-BNC
BNC-BNC
AB
AB
AB
AB
AB
AC adapter
NC-99 series
Accelerometer
Core
Core
Core A: ZCAT2749-0430 (TDK)
Core B: ZCAT2436-1330 (TDK)
Equivalent product
This product can be used in any areas including residential
areas.

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Precautions
•Operate the unit only as described in this manual.
•Do not disassemble the unit or attempt internal alterations.
•Observe the following precautions before using the unit:
- Make sure that all connections are properly and safely established.
- Make sure that the unit is operating normally.
•The permissible ambient temperature range for operation of the unit is
−10 to +50°C. Relative humidity must be 90% or below.
•Do not use or store the unit in locations which
- may be subject to strong magnetic elds or strong radiation, or
- may be subject to high levels of dust or splashes of water, or
- may be subject to gases or air with high salt or sulphur content, or
are in the vicinity of stored chemicals, or
- may be subject to high temperature, humidity, or to direct sunlight,
or
- may be subject vibrations or shock.
•Always switch off the power after using the unit.
•When disconnecting cables, always hold the plug and do not pull the
cable.
•Use only the specied AC adapter or other specied power source.
•This is a precision device. Take care not to drop the unit and protect it
from shocks.
•The LCD panel of the unit can easily become scratched. Do not tap the
panel with a pointed object such as a pencil, screwdriver, etc.
•In case of malfunction, do not attempt any repairs. Note the condition of
the unit clearly and contact the supplier.
•When disposing of the unit, follow national and local regulations regard-
ing waste disposal.

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Contents
FOR SAFETY............................................................................... iii
Precautions......................................................................................v
Outline............................................................................................1
Names of Parts and Functions.........................................................3
Front Panel ................................................................................3
Rear Panel .................................................................................5
Display screen............................................................................6
Bottom Panel .............................................................................8
Top Panel...................................................................................8
Linking ...........................................................................................9
Linking procedure .....................................................................9
Removing the link connector ................................................... 14
Linking when using the Battery Unit BP-17.............................15
Using a single UV-16 unit ........................................................16
Power Supply Connection..............................................................17
Using an AC adapter................................................................18
Using the Battery Unit BP-17...................................................19
Accelerometer Selection and Connection ......................................21
Accelerometer connection........................................................22
Accelerometer Mounting..........................................................23
Output Connections.......................................................................25
Measurement.................................................................................26
Operation mode .......................................................................26
Default settings...................................................................26
Accelerometer setup mode.......................................................27
Setup mode..............................................................................29
Measurement mode.................................................................. 31
Bar graph indication...........................................................33
Output signal......................................................................33
Overload indicator LED .....................................................34
Calibration (CAL) mode ..........................................................35

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Performance Characteristics..........................................................37
Specications ................................................................................39
Reference Material ........................................................................44
Lower measurement limit ........................................................44
Maintenance parts ...................................................................45

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