Shimpo DT-207L User manual

Handheld LED Digital Laser Tachometer
Model DT-207L
Congratulationsonyour purchaseof a Shimpo DT-207LdigitaI
laser -rachomete-r!-We trust-you will enjoy-many yFaF5"df
professional resultsfrom your Shimpo tachometer.
Please read the entire instruction manual thoroughly before
initialset-upand operation; the information contained herein
will aid you in operating your Shimpo tachometer safely and
with excellent results.
If you have any questions regarding our product($, call your
local Shimpo representative or contact Shimpo Instruments
directlyfor assistance.
INSPECTIONISTANDARDACCESSORIES
If upon delivery shipping damage is detected, do not operate
tachometer. Notify shipping carrier immediately for damage
claim instructions. Refer tonameplateand recordserial number
for future reference.
Items includedwith the DT-207Lare:
Carrying case
(2) Cone adapters
Funneladapter
200L adapter
6" circumference wheel
Reflective tape
NlSTcertificate
ExtensionShaft (3.5'))
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The Shimpo DT-207L is a battery-operated, microprocessor-
controlled,non~~ontacVconfacttaCh6meter that utilizes a laser
beamfor movementdetection. Inthe non-contactmodealaser
beammeasures
RPM whendirectedtowardsashaft (orany other
rotatingmechanismmarkedwithasmall pieceof reflectivetape).
The included200L adapterallows for contact measurementvia
arubbertipconeattachmentor theincludedwheelattachment.
The DT-207Ltachometer incorporates the latestmicroprocessor
and laser technology and offers:
Multi-modecapabilitymeasuresRPM, mPM, YPM, FPM, IPM
and
total meters, yards, feet andinches
Large memory capacity allows up to 73 measurements to
be storedinmemory
Single chip microprocessor ensures reliability and low
maintenance
Safely measures RPM (non-contact mode) from up to 74
feet away
EdigitLED djsplay permits easy reading
Longbatterylife (up to 25 hoursofcontinuous use)
- .-- *- =- Ruggeddie-castalurnintrm-housingprovides exceptional
durability
Extendedmeasuring range (6 - 99,999 rpm) covers wide
range ofapplications
IMPORTANT SAFENINSTRUCTIONS
A
When usingthe 6" wheel, do not use the extension
shaft
- the wheel may fly off the shaft and cause
caun0N damage.
Although the tachometer alone is able to achieve
the higher ranges listed inthe Range and Accuracy
table on page
3, the wheel attachment has a
maximumspeed limitation of 5,000
FPM (for safety
UUTloN reasons).
Laser Use and Safety
Laser radiationmay be harmfultothe human eye.
Avoid direct exposureof humaneyes tolaser light.
,,, Eye damage can result.
Never pointthe unit at another person.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Avoidindirectexposurevia reflectivematerialssuch
as glass and mirrors.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
WAVELENGTH
670nm
CI.AS5 Il LASER PROlECT
When power
button
is depressed,
laser is active.
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CONTROL PANEL
Revolutionsper minute
0
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Non-Contact Measurement
2. Bringconeinto contactwiththe shaft. Apply onlyenough
1. Placeasmall pieceof reflectivetape pressureto avoid slippage.
(included) on the shaft or moving
3. Press and hold the power switch. During engagement
element (disc, pulley, etc.) whose the displaywill reflecttheproperRPM while the unit RPM
speed is to be measured. If the will be flashing abovethe display digits.
element'ssurfaceis highlyreflective
it may need to be painted a darker
color in, order to ensure reliable
results. Ifthedistancetotheobject
is less than
5" (127 mm), reflectivetabs (optional)should
be used instead of reflectivetape.
2. Aimthe tachometer at the reflectivetape fromadistance
of
5" (127 mm)to 14' (4.3 m).
3. Press and hold the power switch for several seconds
(when power button is depressed, laser is
active) to observe the display
as it changes according
to thespeed of theshaft or rotating element (as soon as
the laser hits the reflective tape, the unit will start to
indicate thespeed). Ifthe beam is "on target" a red dot
will flash inthe upper right corner of the display. If the
red dot is not flashing, the beam is "offtarget", and the
aim needs to be adjusted.
4. After observation is completed, retain the reading by
releasing the power switch (to turn off laser) before
removing the tachometer from its position. The last
reading is displayedfor a period of 10seconds and can
be extended any number of additional
5 minute
increments by pressingthe memory switch.
NOTE: Whenswitchingfromthecontacttothenon-contactmode,
the unit RPM will show on the display and also
5 dashes (---).
Pressthepower switch tocancelthedashes.
Contact Measurement
For bothRPM measurementsand non-RPM
measurements, screw the 200L adapter
(included)intothefront of thetachometer.
NOTE: Hand tighteningis sufficient; do not
use excessivetorque when mounting
RPM Measurement
1. Place rubber conetip onthe shaft of
theZOOLadapter. Make certainthat
the pin on the shaft is properly
aligned with the slot on the cone's
sleeve.
4. Releasethe power switch priortoremoval of tachometer
from rotating object to capturethe last reading.
5. After release of the powerswitch, the last reading (with
a non-flashing RPM unit) will remain on the display and
in memory for
5 minutes, and can be extended any
number of additional
5 minute periods by pressingthe
memory switch.
Rate (I Length Measurement
1. Attach 6" masterwheel and select the
desired function using the selector
switch located just below the
LED
display.
2. Press and hold the power switch;
while the wheel is turning and the
tachometer is measuringtheselected
function, the red dot in the upper
right corner of the display will beflashing.
3. Release the power switch before disengaging the
tachometer in order to capturethe last reading.
4. After release of the power switch, the last, maximum,
and minimum readingswill be stored in memory for
5
minutes and can be extended any number of additional
5 minute periods by pressingthe memory switch.
NOTE: Thememory will clear in 5 minutes after the release of
thepower switch.
For steps 1-4describedabove,
it was assumed that theselector
switch was in the rate mode region. If the selector switch is
moved from the rate mode to the count mode (length), the
displaywill showtheselected function (m, ft, yd, or in) and also
5 dashes (-----). Press the power switch to cancel the dashes
andstart measuringthesamewayas wasdescribed above. Once
inthecounting mode, themeasurementcan bestopped at any
timeandthe last readingwill be retainedfor
5 minutes. There is
no maximum or minimum readingwhen inthe count (length)
mode.
1 I LASER RAOIATI~IN I
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DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
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A& OUTPUT c lrn~ I
1 1' WAVELENGTH 670nm I
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MEMORY RECALL RANGE AND ACCURACY
The following readings are stored in memory for 5 minutes Placeselector switchinthe properposition. Usingthe 2OOL
after releaseof the power switch: adapter and
6" master wheel, the following industrialunits
Mernoryreading Ir
of measurementare achieved:
Last reading
11 K4 L
Maximum reading
7 17b~ 7)
Minimumreading I II I
These readingscan be recalled by pressingthe memoryswitch.
Ten extra readingscan also be captured, stored, then recalled
usingthe memoryswitch.
Whilethetachometer is inuse,
simply pressthe memoryswitcheach timeareading
needs to be stored.
, Contact Mode (Rate Functions)
When the rate functions are selected (mPM, YPM, FPlW and
IPM),the memory store and recallfunctions are accomplished
exactly as noted above.
Contact Mode (Length Functions)
When the counting functions are selected, the memory store
and recall functions are accomplished in the same manner as
the non-contactmode,theonly exceptionbeingthe maximum
and minimum readings (they do not exist).
To clear the memory completely (for all functions), press the
memory switch for approximately
6 seconds until the display
shows
CCCCC. then release the switch.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
NOTE: When using the 6" master wheel, accuracy can be
affected
as much as 0.3%of reading
Low battery voltage is indicated by flashing LOW BAT on the
display. Remove end cover by using a coin or appropriate
screwdriver and replace both batteries. Please ensure proper
A
Although the tachometer alone is able to achieve
polarity, theabove ranges, the master wheel has maximum
CAUTION
speed limitation of 5,000 FPM (forsafety reasons)
LASER RADIATION
WAVELENGTH
670nm
CLASS I1 LASER PIIOIECT
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The following are general checkpoints; please call your local Shimpo representative or contact Shimpo lnstruments directly
for further assistance.
110 laser beam is evident:
Confirm thatpowerswitch is functioning
Confirm that batteries are functioning andthatpolarityis correct
Inaccurate measurement results:
Ifthe surface be~ngmeasured is highly reflectwe, it may needto bepainted a darker color Inorder to ensure rellable results
Beam maynotbe hitting the reflective tape, ortapedarea maybetoosmall
Measuring distance may betooshort (unit must beat least 5" fromintendedmark)
DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
FRONT VlEW LEFT SIDE VIEW REAR VlEW BOTTOM VIEW
ZOOLADAPTER
nd Length:YRD, m, FT and IN
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Die-cast aluminum housing
case, 200L adapter,
NlST Certificate, instruction manual.
master wheel
(6" cir.)and 3.5" extension shaft
WARRANTY
LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTY: Shimpo lnstrumentswarrants, to the originalpurchaser of new products only, that thls product shall be
freefrom defects in workmanship and materialsunder normal use and pro er marntenancefor one year from the date of orig~nalpurchase.
This warranty shall not be effectwe if the product has been sub'ect to overroad, misuse, negligence, or accident, or if the roduct has been
re aired or altered outside of Shimpo instruments's authorized control in any respect which in Shimpo instruments's jud)gment, adversely
afrects its condition or operation.
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implied warranties of merchantabilityand fitness.
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roduct or part, at Sh~mpoInstruments'optlon. Shlmpo lnstruments reserves the r~ghtto satlsfywarranty obl~gatlonIn full by re~mburs~ng
guyer for all payments madeto Shimpo Instruments,whereupon, title shall pass to Sh~mpoInstrumentsupon acceptanceof return goods. To
obtain warrantyservice, Purchaser must obtain Shimpo Instruments's authorizationbefore returningthe product, properly repackaged, freight
pre-paidto Shimpo Instruments.
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