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GRAPHTEC GL400 User Manual

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GL400/350
USER'S MANUAL
MANUAL NO. GL400-UM-151

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  • Page 1 GL400/350 USER’S MANUAL MANUAL NO. GL400-UM-151...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    3. Notes for Safe Operation (1) Be sure to use the Graphtec-supplied AC adapter. In environments where there is a lot of noise or where the power supply is unstable, we recommend that you ground the GL400/350.
  • Page 3 (7) Insofar as possible, position the GL400/350 input signal cables away from any other cables which are likely to be affected by electromagnetic interference. (8) For stabilized measurement, allow the GL400/350 to warm up for at least 30 minutes after turning it on.

  • Page 4: To Ensure Safe And Correct Use

    • The following describes important points for safe operation. Please be sure to observe them strictly. Conventions Used in This Manual To promote safe and accurate use of the GL400/350 as well as to prevent human injury and property damage, safety precautions provided in this manual are ranked into the five categories described below. Be sure you understand the difference between each of the categories.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    50 V (DC or rms). If the GL400/350 generates smoke, is too hot, emits a strange odor , or otherwise functions abnormally, turn off its power and unplug its power cord from the electrical socket.
  • Page 6 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions WARNING Avoid using the GL400/350 in places where it may be exposed to water such as bathrooms, locations exposed to wind and rain, and so on. Avoid water Watch out for electrical shock Prevent dust or metallic matter from adhering to the power supply connector.
  • Page 7 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions CAUTION Do not use or store the GL400/350 in a location exposed to direct sunlight or the direct draft of an air conditioner or heater. • Such location may impair the GL400/350's performance. Storage/Use prohibited Do not place coffee cups or other receptacles containing fluid on the GL400/350.
  • Page 8 • Such action may cause the GL400/350 to break down. No lubrication Never clean the GL400/350 using a volatile solvent (such as thinner or benzine). • Such action may impair the GL400/350's performance. • Clean off any soiled areas using a soft dry cloth.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Warming-up Before Use ......................1-3 Configuration When in Use ......................1-3 Notes on Temperature Measurement ..................1-4 Notes on Using the Monitor (GL400) ..................1-4 Changing the Display Language ....................1-4 2 Checks and Preparation Checking the Outer Casing ....................... 2-2 Checking the Accessories ......................
  • Page 10 2.13 Noise Countermeasures ......................2-16 2.14 Logic/Alarm Functions ......................2-17 2.15 Trigger/Pulse Functions ......................2-18 3 Settings and Measurement Basic Settings and Measurement (GL400) ................3-2 CH GROUP key ........................... 3-2 RANGE/SPAN/POSITION key ..................... 3-3 TIME/DIV key..........................3-4 START/STOP key ........................3-4 Direction keys ..........................
  • Page 11 5 Specifications Standard Specifications ......................5-2 Standard Specifications ....................... 5-2 Internal memory devices......................5-2 PC Interface ..........................5-2 Monitor (GL400 only) ........................5-2 Input Unit Specifications ......................5-3 Function Specifications ......................5-4 Standard Specifications ....................... 5-4 Trigger Functions ......................... 5-4 External Input/Output Functions ....................

  • Page 12: General Description

    CHAPTER General Description This chapter provides a general description of the GL400/350 and its features. Overview Features Operating Environment Notes on Temperature Measurement Notes on Using the Monitor (GL400) Changing the Display Language...

  • Page 13: Overview

    (1) A large volume of measured data can be saved to a PCMCIA card. (2) With the GL400, even after saving a large volume of data, use of the Search function lets you easily retrieve the required portion of the data.

  • Page 14: Operating Environment

    CHECKPOINT If condensation occurs... Condensation occurs in the form of water droplets on the device surfaces and interior when the GL400/ 350 is moved from a cold to a warm location. Using the GL400/350 with condensation will cause malfunctioning. Wait until the condensation has disappeared before turning on the power.

  • Page 15: Notes On Temperature Measurement

    1.4 Notes on Temperature Measurement Please observe the following precautions when performing temperature measurement. (1) Do not block the air vents. Always provide a space of at least 30 cm on all sides of the GL400/ 350. (2) For stabilized temperature measurement, allow the GL400/350 to warm up for at least 30 minutes after turning it on.

  • Page 16: Checks And Preparation

    CHAPTER Checks and Preparation This chapter explains how to check the GL400/350's external casing and accessories, and how to prepare the GL400/350 for operation. Checking the Outer Casing Checking the Accessories GL400/350 Part Names and Functions Monitor Part Names and Functions (GL400)

  • Page 17: Checking The Outer Casing

    Checks and Preparation 2.1 Checking the Outer Casing After unpacking, check the GL400/350's outer casing before use. In particular, please check for the following: • Surface scratches • Other flaws such as stains or dirt 2.2 Checking the Accessories After unpacking, check that the following standard accessories are included. The accessories included will differ depending on the model purchased.

  • Page 18: Gl400/350 Part Names And Functions

    Battery ........ Backup battery used in the case of an AC or DC power failure. Screwdriver for mounting the input terminal unit ........Used to connect the signal input cables to the input terminal unit. The monitor and control panel keys come with the GL400 main unit only.

  • Page 19: Monitor Part Names And Functions (Gl400)

    Scale upper limit/lower limit ........Displays the measurement scale for the range set. Key lock ......Lit when the GL400 is in key lock status. To enable key lock status, hold down the [ ] key for at least three seconds.

  • Page 20: Control Panel Key Part Names And Functions

    Checks and Preparation 2.5 Control Panel Key Part Names and Functions This section describes the control panel keys. RANGE/SPAN/POSITION CH GROUP RANGE SPAN CH GROUP POSITION TIME/DIV TIME QUIT MENU QUIT MENU LOCAL Direction keys ENTER ENTER REVIEW DISPLAY DISPLAY REVIEW START START STOP...

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Pc

    Checks and Preparation 2.6 Connecting to a PC The GL400/350 can be connected to a PC via a LAN cable or a USB cable. Connection Using a LAN Cable Use the LAN cable to connect the GL400/350 to a PC.

  • Page 22: Connecting The Power Cable And Turning On The Power

    Grounding cable (4) Plug the AC cable into the mains power outlet. (5) Press the power switch on the GL400/350 to the ON side to turn on the power. CAUTION Always connect the GND terminal and refer to the safety precautions. The GL400/350 must be...

  • Page 23: Connecting To A Dc Power Supply

    8 to 24 VDC power supply Shielded lead (– side) White (+ side) (3) Connect the DC input side to the DC power supply. (4) Press the power switch on the GL400/350 to the ON side to turn on the power.

  • Page 24: Using The Battery Pack (Option)

    Use the battery pack for data back-up when the AC power supply is interrupted by a power failure or brownout. Expected operating time when using the battery pack (fully charged status): • GL400: 1 hour • GL350: 2 hours Mounting the Battery Pack (1) Use a screwdriver to remove the battery pack cover from the bottom panel.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery

    • Battery charger: 10 hours Using the GL400/350 for Charging The battery pack is charged by mounting it in the GL400/350, and supplying it with AC power. The battery cannot be charged, however, while the GL400/350 is operating. (1) Mount the battery pack in the GL400/350 (see the previous section for the mounting procedure).

  • Page 26: Inserting And Removing A Pcmcia Card

    Checks and Preparation 2.9 Inserting and Removing a PCMCIA Card This section describes how to insert a PCMCIA card. CAUTION Adequate precautions against static electricity must be taken when handling PCMCIA cards. Inserting a PCMCIA Card Insert the PCMCIA card into the slot as far as it will go. Removing a PCMCIA Card Press the eject button next to the PCMCIA card slot so that the button protrudes.

  • Page 27: Mounting And Removing The Input Terminal Unit

    (1) Remove the cover from the input terminal mounting area. (2) As shown in the figure below, insert the input terminal unit in the GL400/350. At this time, be sure to check that the terminal unit is locked onto the connector.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Signal Input Cables To The Input Terminal Unit

    This section describes how to connect the signal input cables to the input terminal unit. Input Terminal Unit Types There are three types of input terminal unit: • 10-channel input terminal unit (mounted in the GL400/350) • 20-channel input terminal unit (mounted in the GL400/350) • 50-channel input terminal unit (used outside the GL400/350)

  • Page 29: Attaching The Input Cable

    Checks and Preparation Attaching the Input Cable (1) Use the supplied screwdriver to loosen the terminal screw. (2) Insert the cable tips into the terminal to be used. (3) Use the supplied screwdriver to tighten the terminal screw. 2-14...

  • Page 30: Precautions To Observe When Performing Measurement

    Checks and Preparation 2.12 Precautions to Observe When Performing Measurement Please be sure to read the following carefully in order to prevent electric shocks or shorts. DANGER • Do not input voltages exceeding 30 VAC rms or 60 VDC to any of the individual analog input sections or between the analog input section and the main unit.

  • Page 31: Noise Countermeasures

    Connect the signal chassis GND and the measurement device chassis ground. Use a short, thick lead to connect the chassis GND of the measurement object to the GL400/350's chassis GND. It will be even more effective if the ground potentials are the same.

  • Page 32: Logic/Alarm Functions

    Checks and Preparation 2.14 Logic/Alarm Functions Connect the round connector of the logic alarm cable (B-513, option) to the logic Input/alarm output terminal on the GL400/350. Logic alarm cable (B-513: 2m) Logic Functions Item Description Number of channels Input voltage range 0 to +24V max.

  • Page 33: Trigger/Pulse Functions

    Checks and Preparation 2.15 Trigger/Pulse Functions External Trigger Functions Item Description Number of channels Input voltage range 0 to +24V max. (single-ended ground input) Threshold level +2.5V Hysteresis Approx. 1 V (+2 to +3 V) PULSE TRIG Pulse Functions Item Description Number of channels Input voltage range...

  • Page 34: Settings And Measurement

    CHAPTER Settings and Measurement This chapter describes the setting and measurement procedures for the GL400/350. Basic Settings and Measurement (GL400) Detailed Settings and Measurement (GL400) Data Replay...

  • Page 35: Basic Settings And Measurement (Gl400)

    Settings and Measurement 3.1 Basic Settings and Measurement (GL400) With the GL400, control panel keys are provided for easy measurement. RANGE SPAN (1) CH GROUP key (2) RANGE/SPAN/POSITION key CH GROUP POSITION (3) TIME/DIV key TIME QUIT MENU LOCAL (5) Direction keys...

  • Page 36: Range/Span/Position Key

    Settings and Measurement (2) RANGE/SPAN/POSITION key These settings can be made or changed for each channel individually, even while the GL400 is running or performing measurement. CHECKPOINT The monitor is used for monitoring the measurement status only, and its settings cannot be changed. In addition, the RANGE setting can only be changed if data has not been captured.

  • Page 37: Time/Div Key

    Settings and Measurement SPAN settings 20 mV 0.200 to 40.000 mV/F.S. 0.0200v4.000 V/F.S. 50 mV 0.50 to 100.00 mV/F.S. 0.050 to 10.000 V/F.S. 100 mV 1.00 to 200.00 mV/F.S. 10 V 0.100 to 20.000 V/F.S. 200 mV 2.00 to 400.0 mV/F.S. 20 V 0.200 to 40.000 V/F.S.

  • Page 38: Direction Keys

    Settings and Measurement (5) Direction keys Direction keys ( ) ..These keys move the cursor on the screen in the direction indicated. Direction keys ( ) ... Press these keys to scroll the memory data waveforms, move the cursor, and specify the position of input values on menu screens. Direction keys ( ) ..

  • Page 39: Save Key

    Settings and Measurement (8) SAVE key Press the SAVE key to save data and to make a copy of the screen. Save Execute [Data Save] File Name: A:\<AUTO.GBD> Execute: [BMP Copy] File Name: A:\<AUTO.BMP> Execute: [QUIT] Exit (9) CURSOR key When the REVIEW key has been pressed and the replayed data is displayed, the cursor key can be used to select three cursor modes.

  • Page 40: Detailed Settings And Measurement (Gl400)

    Settings and Measurement 3.2 Detailed Settings and Measurement (GL400) The QUIT and MENU keys enable detailed settings to be made. RANGE SPAN CH GROUP POSITION TIME (1) QUIT key (2) MENU key QUIT MENU LOCAL ENTER DISPLAY REVIEW START STOP...

  • Page 41: Menu Key

    Settings and Measurement (2) MENU key Press the MENU key to switch through the AMP, ANNO, DATA, ALM, FILE, I/F, OTHR and INFO setting menus. It can also be used to confirm details. ANNO DATA FILE OTHR INFO q q q q q AMP Settings Window AMP Menu Structure Setting Selections available...
  • Page 42 Settings and Measurement CHECKPOINT When the CH setting is ALL, the Input, Range and Filter settings are the same for all the channels in that group. Input ........Selects the input coupling status. Off: No signal input is accepted. Used for measuring direct-current voltage. TEMP: Used for measuring temperature.
  • Page 43 (f) Choose CHECKPOINT The Scaling operation is calculated using a ratio of the Meas. Value or EU Output Value settings. If a ratio value that the GL400 cannot process is specified, the message below appears. Out of input range [ENTER] Apply...
  • Page 44 Settings and Measurement Color ........This parameter enables the automatically set value for each channel to be changed manually. Misc........For voltage settings, zero position adjustment can be performed automatically, and the zero position reset. Perform Auto Zero ADJ.: Moves the current 'pen' position to the origin point.
  • Page 45 Settings and Measurement Pulse ........The signals that can be input to the pulse input terminal for data processing are Revol., Counts, and Inst. Modes: Select from OFF, Revol., Counts, and Inst. • Off: Input is disabled. • Revol.: Counts the number of pulses at 1-second intervals and converts them to Revolution.
  • Page 46 OK : Select to save the input text. CAUTION If [ * * ] displayed on the screen, this indicates that text from the OPS022 software has been input in a format that cannot be displayed on the GL400 monitor. 3-13...
  • Page 47 Settings and Measurement e e e e e DATA Settings Window Data capture, Data replay, and Statistical Calculation settings are made here. DATA Menu Structure Setting Selections available Setting method Record Settings 100, 200, 500ms 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30s ENTER→Select→ENTER •...
  • Page 48 Settings and Measurement PC Card: Commercially-available PCMCIA cards can be used in the PC slot. The amount of data that can be saved to the card is determined by the card itself. (Please see Specifications for the types of card that can be used.) CHECKPOINT When the captured data is Binary data, the reference to use is 1 data = 2 bytes.
  • Page 49 Settings and Measurement The maximum data capture time that can be selected depends on the sampling interval. • 24 hours: 1s or less sampling interval • 12 hours: 500 ms or less sampling interval • 6 hours: 200 ms or less sampling interval •...
  • Page 50 Settings and Measurement r r r r r ALM Settings Window The Alarm and Trigger settings are made here. Setting Selections available Setting method Combination OR, AND ENTER→Select→ENTER Mode H, L, Win In, Win Out ENTER→Select→ENTER Lower - Level - Upper Numeric settings ENTER→Select→ENTER Output...
  • Page 51 Settings and Measurement L: An alarm is generated when the signal input falls to (or falls below) the specified alarm level. Alarm generated CH.1 Win In: Specifies the upper and lower alarm limits for each channel. When the signal level goes within (or is within) both limits, an alarm is generated.
  • Page 52 Settings and Measurement Win In, Win Out: Input numeric values for the upper and lower levels. Output ......... Specifies the output channels for alarm generation (4 channels). Logic Sets the alarms for logic input settings. These conditions can be set when they have been enabled in the AMP settings.
  • Page 53 Settings and Measurement t t t t t FILE Settings Window Saves or loads the PCMCIA card settings or returns them to their factory default settings. Setting Selections available Setting method Save current settings Auto, User ENTER→Select→ENTER File name (when User) •...
  • Page 54 Settings and Measurement Card Initialize ...... Reformats the PCMCIA card. Format: Select from Super Floppy and HDD-compatible format. Type: Select Quick Format or Normal Format. Volume Label: This parameter specifies the volume label of the card to be reformatted. Specify a volume label of up to 11 characters.
  • Page 55 Subnet Mask: Sets the subnet mask. Port Number: Sets the port number. CHECKPOINT Be sure to restart the GL400 after settings have been made or changed. If the GL400 is used as is, the computer connections may not be performed correctly. 3-22...
  • Page 56 On: The waveforms are displayed on a grid. Off. Only the waveforms (without any grid) are displayed. Screen Saver ...... Turns off the display if the GL400 is not operated within the specified interval, thus prolonging the product life of the display.
  • Page 57 Date/Time ......This parameter sets the date and time. When this setting is selected, a submenu appears for setting the date and time. Language ......This parameter sets the GL400's display language. Japanese: The display is in Japanese. English US: The display is in English.
  • Page 58 Settings and Measurement i i i i i INFO Settings Window The GL400's system settings are displayed here. Use this window to check the version and other information. 3-25...

  • Page 59: Data Replay

    Settings and Measurement 3.3 Data Replay Data captured at the GL400 can be replayed on the monitor, and waveform search, statistical calculation, and data save functions performed. RANGE SPAN CH GROUP POSITION TIME Readout function QUIT MENU (only after a REVIEW operation)
  • Page 60 Settings and Measurement Setting Selections available Setting method Search • Alarm Output No. 1 to 4 ENTER→Select→ENTER Alarm Slope Both, Hi, Lo ENTER→Select→ENTER Next Alarm Match ENTER Prev. Alarm Match ENTER Statistical Calculation • Function Off, Average, Max, Min, Peak, RMS ENTER→Select→ENTER Specify calculation channels Select channels from the input terminal unit: 2 ch ENTER→Select→ENTER...
  • Page 61 Settings and Measurement • Max: The maximum value of the data between the cursors is displayed. • Min: The minimum value of the data between the cursors is displayed. • Peak: The peak value of the data between the cursors is displayed. •...
  • Page 62 Settings and Measurement Cursor Move ....... There are other functions for Cursor Move apart from the Alarm Search function. Move to Selected Position: Specify the cursor position to be moved to. • Position: Move at the specified time from the start of measurement. Interval until the end of measurement, in 0.1-s units •...

  • Page 63: Software

    CHAPTER Software This chapter describes the software installation. System Requirements Installing the USB Driver Connecting to a PC Installing OPS022 Setting the IP Address and Device ID Menu Configuration and System Settings PC Connection Settings Measurement Parameters Settings View Functions 4.10 Review Device 4.11 Review PC 4.12 Logic, Alarm Display...

  • Page 64: System Requirements

    Software 4.1 System Requirements Make sure that the computer on which you plan to install the software meets the following requirements. Item System requirements Windows 2000, XP Pentium 4, 1.7 GHz or higher Memory 256 MB or more 10 MB for installing software, additional space required for data storage Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher, 65535 colors or more (16-bit or more) Other...

  • Page 65: Installing The Usb Driver

    Manager". (2) In the "Device Manager" window, open "USB (Universal Serial Bus) Controller". Confirm that "Graphtec DM/GL/WR Series USB Driver" is shown. Right-click it and select "Properties". (3) Updating the driver Select the "Driver" tab and click the "Driver Details" button.

  • Page 66: Installing The Usb Driver

    Software Installing the USB Driver This section describes how to install the USB driver. (1) Insert the GL400/350 User Guide CD-ROM provided as a standard accessory into the PC CD- ROM drive. (2) Connecting the GL400/350 to the PC. Connect the GL400/350 to the PC using the USB cable, and then turn the power on.
  • Page 67 Software (5) In the "Please choose your search and installation options." window, select "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install." and click "Next". (6) In the "Select the device driver you want to install for this hardware." window, click "Have Disk".
  • Page 68 Installing the USB driver (1) Starting the wizard Connect the USB cable to the PC and the GL400/350. The "Found New Hardware" wizard appears. (2) In the "Found New Hardware Wizard" window, select "Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)"...

  • Page 69: Connecting To A Pc

    Software 4.3 Connecting to a PC The GL400/350 can be connected to a PC via a LAN cable or a USB cable. Connecting Using a LAN Cable Use a LAN cable to connect the GL400/350 to a PC. LAN cable Connection Methods When connecting the GL400/350 to a PC directly, use a cross cable.

  • Page 70: Connecting Using A Usb Cable

    USB Driver" for the installation procedure. Connection Methods When connecting the GL400/350 to a PC directly, connect using an A-B type cable. USB cable (A-B type) When connecting via a network, use an A-B type cable and connect through a USB hub.

  • Page 71: Installing Ops022

    (4) Continue, following the instructions on the screen. CHECKPOINT Be sure to observe the following points when connecting the GL400/350 to a PC. • Do not connect any devices apart from a mouse or a keyboard to any of the other USB terminals on your PC.

  • Page 72: Setting The Ip Address And Device Id

    4.5 Setting the IP Address and Device ID The GL400/350 Configuration Tools window is used to set the IP address, and Device ID. These can also be set using the GL400 (model with a built-in monitor). For details, see Chapter 3, "Settings and Measurement".

  • Page 73: Menu Configuration And System Settings

    Software 4.6 Menu Configuration and System Settings Starting the Software Click "Start" "Programs" "OPS022" to launch OPS022. Once started, the following window is displayed. (1) Connect (12) Meter View (6) Start (8) EXIT (2) Review PC (13) Report View (5) Settings (7) Stop (4) Info Message (3) Status View...
  • Page 74 Software Menu Name Selections (5) Settings Span Select CH: From 1-10 to 91-100 CH Span Settings: Upper, Lower Scaling Select CH: From 1-10 to 91-100 • Meas. Output: Func, Upper, Lower • Scaling Output: Upper, Lower, Unit Pulse Settings Device Number.: 1 to 10 •...

  • Page 75: Pc Connection Settings

    Software 4.7 PC Connection Settings The GL400/350 can be connected to a computer via USB or TCP-IP (LAN). (1) Click the "Connect" button on the main menu to display the Connect window. Select USB or TCP-IP. (2) Edit Several settings need to be made to enable connection to your PC.

  • Page 76: Measurement Parameters Settings

    Software 4.8 Measurement Parameters Settings Click the "Settings" button on the main menu to enable device and measurement parameters for the GL400/ 350 to be made. CHECKPOINT The GL400/350 settings are changed whenever the "OK" or "Apply" button is clicked in each setting menu.
  • Page 77 Software (2) Logic/Pulse Settings Device Number: Specify which of the connected devices to use for logic input. Logic: Off, On Select On if a Device Number was specified. • Line Color: Specifies the colors for channels 1 to 4. Pulse •...

  • Page 78: X-Y Settings

    Software X-Y Settings Specify a combination of the X channel with one of the Y channels to display measurement data in XY format. 10 combinations are provided. Disp.: On, Off Select On for X-Y display of the selected combination. Line Color: Specify the colors X Axis: Specify the channel for displaying X-axis measurement data.

  • Page 79: Span

    Software Span Click the "Span" button on the main menu to enable Span settings to be made. (1) Select CH Specify a group or groups of channels in the range [1 to 10] through [91 to 100]. (2) CH Span Settings Upper: Specify the upper limit value of the set range.

  • Page 80: Scaling

    Software Scaling Use the Scaling function to perform calculation functions on the measured values and the scaling values. (1) Select CH Specify a group or groups of channels in the range [1 to 10] through [91 to 100]. Meas. Output •...

  • Page 81: Data

    (1) Device Settings Sampling Interval: 100, 200, 500 ms, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 s, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 min, 1 h Specifies the sampling speed for the GL400/350. CHECKPOINT The maximum sampling interval that can be set is limited by the number of channels installed.

  • Page 82: Alarm

    Software Alarm (1) Select CH Specify a group or groups of channels in the range [1 to 10] through [91 to 100]. (2) Alarm Settings Function: Off, Hi, Lo, Win In, Win Out Specifies the condition for alarm generation. Upper: Specifies the Upper Limit Value for the condition specified in Function.

  • Page 83: Trigger

    Software Trigger The trigger Start/Stop settings are made here. (1) Trigger Settings Start • Function: Sets the Data Capture Start condition. Off: No trigger is used. Instead, measurement is initiated by pressing the START/STOP key. Level: The start of measurement is triggered when the trigger condition is satisfied.

  • Page 84: File

    (3) Delete File Data captured at the GL400/350 can be deleted. Select the file you want to delete and then click the "Delete File" button to delete it.

  • Page 85: Report

    Software Report Daily or monthly reports can be generated during data measurement. (1) Daily Capture Daily Capture: Check this box to enable report data to be generated daily. Capture Interval: 5, 10, 30 seconds, 1, 5, 10, 30 minutes The measured data is automatically formatted into a table according to the capture interval specified.

  • Page 86: Other

    Software Other The GL400/350 device settings and email settings when an alarm has been generated are made here. (1) Device Number Specifies the Device Control Number for settings. (2) Synchronize PC and Device clocks Click this button to change the GL400/350's clock setting to match that of the computer.

  • Page 87: Information

    Software Information The device status control information is displayed. This information can be used for maintenance purposes, but it cannot be input directly. 4-25...

  • Page 88: View Functions

    When the measurement conditions have been set, waveforms are displayed even though "Finished" is displayed. However, when the GL400/350 is connected to a computer, the waveforms are monitored. If "Start" is selected in this status, the display changes to "Recording", and measurement starts according to the settings made in the setting menus.

  • Page 89: Waveform View

    Software Waveform View The waveform view "Y-T" display can be selected as "Single View" or "Dual View". When the GL400/ 350 is in on-line status, the measured waveforms are always displayed. Moreover, when data capture has been started, the data is captured according to the settings made in the setting menus.
  • Page 90 Software Click on the "Cursor", "Enlarge/Compress", "Move Display" and "Auto Scale" icons to select them. "Enlarge/Compress" selection screen. The X axis can be combined with a Y axis for an X-Y display. Specify the X and Y channels in "XY" under "Settings".

  • Page 91: Digital View

    Software Digital View Digital data can be displayed separately for each group. If the group is a 20-channel group, pulse measurements can also be displayed. For a 50-channel group, however, only digital is displayed. (1) 20-channel group displays: 1 to 20, 21 to 40, 41 to 60, 61 to 80, 81 to 100. (2) 50-channel group displays: 1 to 50, 51 to 100.

  • Page 92: Meter View

    Software Meter View The measured data is displayed in a meter format. Use this view when you want to monitor the status with the feeling of using an analog meter. Moreover, this display can be changed in group lots. 4-30...

  • Page 93: Report View

    Software Report View The measured data is displayed in a table format according to the specified processing interval. Data is displayed in daily capture intervals or monthly capture intervals. To change the setting, change to the "Capture Interval" and the "Capture Destination Folder" settings in the "Report" tab on the Settings menu.

  • Page 94: Review Device

    Software 4.10 Review Device Use this function to replay the data captured at the GL400/350. The captured data can be replayed when the GL400/350 is in online status. Put the GL400/350 in online status, insert a PCMCIA card in the PCMCIA card slot, and then click the "Review Device"...
  • Page 95 Software (2) Select the file to be displayed. The data is displayed on the screen. If waveforms are displayed, the data can be checked and converted if required. • The capture Start Time, Capture Time, and Capture Interval are displayed at the upper right of the screen.

  • Page 96: Convert Then Save

    After data has been converted, click the "Convert Then Save" button to display the following submenu. (1) Format GBD: GL400/350 dedicated binary format. Note: Use this format if you want to replay the captured data via the OPS022 software. CSV: A TXT format for processing data in Excel.

  • Page 97: Display In Excel

    Software Display in EXCEL This function displays the captured data being displayed in Excel format. (1) Data All: All the measured data is converted. BCursors: Only the data between the A and B cursors is converted. (2) Spot Samples Off: Spot sampling is not performed 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000: Data is sampled at the point interval specified.

  • Page 98: Review Pc

    Software 4.11 Review PC This function replays the data captured in the computer. Data can be replayed in online or offline status. Replay the data captured in the computer. Click the "Review PC" button to display the Review PC submenu. Opening a File (1) Click the "Open File"...

  • Page 99: Convert Then Save

    Software (2) Select the file to be displayed, and then click the OK button. If waveforms are displayed, the data can be checked and converted if required. • The capture Start Time, Capture Time, and Capture Interval are displayed at the upper right of the screen.

  • Page 100: Logic, Alarm Display

    Software 4.12 Logic, Alarm Display When the GL400/350 is in online status, the logic (4 channels) and alarm (4 channels) status can be monitored on-screen. Logic data can also be monitored as waveforms. Logic Display Alarm Display 4-38...

  • Page 101: Specifications

    CHAPTER Specifications This chapter describes the basic specifications for the GL400/350. Standard Specifications Function Specifications Accessory/Option Specifications External Dimensions...

  • Page 102: Standard Specifications

    Description Interface types Ethernet (10 Base-T, 100 Base-TX) USB (Ver. 1.1) Functions Data transfer to the PC (realtime, memory) PC control of the GL400/350 Realtime data transfer speed 0.1 s (10 ch) maximum Monitor (GL400 only) Item Description Display 4.7-inch STN color LCD (320 x 240 dots)

  • Page 103: Input Unit Specifications

    Specifications Input Unit Specifications Item Description Number of input channels 10 channels/terminal unit (2 units mountable for a maximum of 20 channels) Input method Photo MOS relay scanning system; all channels isolated Scan speed 0.1s/10 ch maximum Measurement ranges Voltage: 20, 50, 100, 500 mV; 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 V; 1-5 V F.S. Temperature •...

  • Page 104: Function Specifications

    Specifications 5.2 Function Specifications Standard Specifications Item Description Display screen Waveform display: Normal, Wide Digital display: Normal, Wide Note: Can be key-toggled Sampling interval* 100, 200, 500 ms; 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 s; 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 min; 1 h Waveform expansion Time axis:1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 sec/Div /contraction...

  • Page 105: External Input/Output Functions

    Specifications External Input/Output Functions Item Description Input/output types Trigger input (1 ch), Logic input (4 ch), Pulse input (1 ch), Alarm output (4 ch) Input specifications Maximum input voltage: +24V Input threshold voltage: Approx. +2.5V Hysteresis: Approx. 1 V (+2 to +3 V) Alarm output specifications Output format: Open collector output (100 kΩ...

  • Page 106: Accessory/Option Specifications

    Specifications 5.3 Accessory/Option Specifications Control Software Item Description Compatible operating Windows 2000/XP system Functions Main unit control, realtime data capture, data conversion Main unit settings Input settings, memory settings, alarm settings, trigger settings Captured data Realtime data (CSV, Binary) Memory data (CSV, Binary) PC card data Display Analog waveforms, logic waveforms, pulse waveforms, digital values...

  • Page 107: External Dimensions

    Specifications 5.4 External Dimensions GL400 GL350 Dimensional precision: 5 mm ± Unit: mm...

  • Page 108: Index

    Index Index Sign Time ............3-15 10-ch input terminal unit ........2-2 Card Initialize ........... 3-21 20-ch input terminal unit ........2-2 CD-ROM ............2-2 50-ch input terminal unit ........2-2 GROUP key .......... 2-5, 3-2 Span Settings ..........4-17 Color ..............
  • Page 109 Index Device Number File .............. 4-22 File .............. 4-22 Input ..............3-9 Other ............4-24 Cable Attaching ........... 2-14 Digital View ............4-29 Terminal ............2-3 Direction keys ..........2-5, 3-5 Unit Specifications ........5-3 Display Input Terminal Unit Language ............1-4 Connecting the Signal Input Cables ....
  • Page 110 Scaling ............4-18 Noise Countermeasures ........2-16 Note Temperature Measurement ......1-4 Quick Start Guide ..........2-2 Using the Monitor (GL400) ......1-4 QUIT key ............ 2-5, 3-7 Operating Environment ........1-3 Range ..............3-9 OPS022, Installing ..........4-9 Settings ............3-3 Option Specifications .........
  • Page 111 Index Send E-mail ............4-24 Signal Warming-up Before Use ........1-3 Input Cables ..........2-13 Waveform Types ............2-13 Settings/window display area ......2-4 Simplified message display area ......2-4 View ............4-27 Single View Display .......... 4-27 Wiring ............... 2-17 Software Starting ..........
  • Page 112 The specifications, etc., in this manual are subject to change without notice. GL400-UM-151 May 17, 2004 1st edition-01 GRAPHTEC CORPORATION...
  • Page 113 503-10 Shinano-cho, Totsuka-ku, Yokohama 244-8503, Japan Tel : +81 (045) 825-6250 Fax : +81 (045) 825-6396 Email : info@graphteccorp.com Web : www.graphteccorp.com Printed in Japan...

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