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Hioki PR8111 Instruction Manual

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PR8111
PR8112
Instruction Manual
PEN RECORDER
EN
Feb. 2020 Revised edition 3
PR8111A981-03 20-02H

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  • Page 1 PR8111 PR8112 Instruction Manual PEN RECORDER Feb. 2020 Revised edition 3 PR8111A981-03 20-02H...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Basic Operation..........1 Introduction............. 2 Chapter 3 Confirming Package Contents......2 Configuring the Instrument Safety Information .......... 3 and Taking Measurements Operating Precautions........5 Configuration and Measurement Process ..........23 Chapter 1 Basic Measurement ......24 Overview Select a Measurement Range (RANGE) . 24 Move the Pen Position (POSITION) ..
  • Page 4 Contents...

  • Page 5: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Basic Operation Unpacking and Preparing for Use Check the package contents Before using the instrument, be sure to read "Operating Precautions" (p. 2) (p. 5) carefully. Review operating precau- Pens tions (p. 5) Install batteries (p. 17) (When powering the instru- ment with batteries) Install recording paper (p.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI Model PR8111, PR8112 Pen Recorder. To obtain maxi- mum performance from the instrument, please read this manual first, and keep it handy for future reference. The PR8111 is a 1-pen model, while the PR8112 is a 2-pen model.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information This instrument is designed to comply with IEC 61010 Safety Standards, and has been thoroughly tested for safety prior to shipment. However, mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as well as damage to the instrument. Using the instrument in a way not described in this manual may negate the provided safety fea- tures.
  • Page 8 Safety Information Symbols for Various Standards Indicates that the product conforms to regulations set out by the EU Directive. WEEE marking: This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic appliance is put on the EU market af- ter August 13, 2005, and producers of the Member States are required to display it on the appliance under Article 11.2 of Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).

  • Page 9: Operating Precautions

    • Before using the instrument for the first time, verify that it operates normally to ensure that no damage occurred during storage or shipping. If you find any dam- age, contact your dealer or Hioki representative. • Before using the instrument make sure that the insulation on the power cord is undamaged and that no bare conductors are improperly exposed.
  • Page 10 Handling pens and recording paper • Use only genuine Hioki pens and recording paper (p. 33). • Do not touch pens while recording is in progress. • Do not use damp recording paper. Doing so may cause the instrument to malfunction.
  • Page 11 Operating Precautions Handling the Cords and Cables • Avoid stepping on or pinching cables, which could damage the cable insulation. • To avoid instrument malfunction or damage due to broken connections, do not bend or pull on the power cord or cables at their base. Using the Batteries How to install batteries: "Installing Alkaline Batteries"...
  • Page 12 Operating Precautions Using the AC Adapter How to connect the adapter:"Connecting the AC adapter" (p. 18) If you connect the AC adapter while batteries are installed in the instrument, the AC adapter takes precedence. • Use only the supplied Model 9418-15 AC Adapter. AC adapter input voltage range is 100 to 240 VAC (with ±10% stability) at 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 13: Overview

    Overview 1.1 Product Overview and Features The PR8111 and PR8112 are compact, lightweight, highly portable pen recorders. You can select from two power sources (AC adapter or dry-cell batteries) according to where the instrument is being used, assuring your ability to record data immediately and easily with unparalleled reliability, wherever you are.

  • Page 14: Names And Functions Of Parts

    1.2 Names and Functions of Parts 1.2 Names and Functions of Parts Front Panel (Example: PR8112) Operating panel (p. 11) Handle Pen lever • CHART SET (top) Use when changing recording paper. The pens will move up (away from the recording paper) and to the right.
  • Page 15 Black: Connect the cable carrying the low signal. channel. On the PR8112, the upper two terminals are CH1, and the lower two terminals are CH2. The PR8111 has only the upper two terminals.

  • Page 16: Span (Span Adjustment)

    • To decrease the width: Turn counterclockwise. (The recording width can be decreased up to 20%.) Adjusting the span causes values to diverge from the calibrated values guaranteed by HIOKI. After making measurements following span adjustment, have HIOKI or your nearest distribu- tor recalibrate the instrument.

  • Page 17: Measurement Preparations

    Before using the instrument for the first time, verify that it operates normally to ensure that no damage occurred during storage or shipping. If you find any damage, contact your dealer or Hioki representative. Peripheral Device Inspection Do not use the instrument if you find any...

  • Page 18: Loading Recording Paper

    2.2 Loading Recording Paper 2.2 Loading Recording Paper You can use either fanfold or roll type recording paper in the instrument. See: "Options" (p. 2) • Please use only the specified recording paper. Using non-specified paper may not only result in faulty printing, but printing may become impossible. •...

  • Page 19: Loading Roll Recording Paper

    2.2 Loading Recording Paper Loading Roll Recording Paper Turn on the POWER switch. Pen lever Set the pen lever to the CHART SET (top) position and lock the lever in place by moving it to the left. The platen will be raised, and the pens will auto- matically move to the far right.

  • Page 20: Installing The Pens

    2.3 Installing the Pens 2.3 Installing the Pens Use only genuine HIOKI P-1200 series felt pens in the instrument. Colors: P-1201 (red), P-1202 (green), P1203 (blue) The letters A through C are appended to the above part numbers depending on the pen type (speed).

  • Page 21: Connecting The Power Source (Alkaline Batteries Or Ac Adapter)

    PR8111 (1-pen model).(p. 26) Before installing batteries into the instrument, be sure to read "Using the Batteries" (p. 7). Required: One Phillips head screwdriver, six LR20 alkaline batteries...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    You can also use the instrument with DC power source input, for example from an external battery. The instrument can be powered with a 10 to 27 VDC signal from the AC adapter jack. Hioki can pro- vide cables for this purpose on a special-order basis. For more information, please contact your dealer or Hioki representative.

  • Page 23: Turning The Instrument On And Off

    2.5 Turning the Instrument On and Off 2.5 Turning the Instrument On and Off Once you have connected the instrument to its power supply or loaded batteries, you can turn the instrument on. Turning on the instrument Turn the POWER switch to the position.

  • Page 24: Connecting Measurement Cables To The Input Terminals

    How to connect cables (PR8112) The PR8111 does not have terminals for CH2. • When you input a signal such that the red (H) terminal has a higher potential than the black (L) terminal, the pen moves rightward, starting from the user-specified zero point.

  • Page 25: Attaching And Detaching The

    2.7 Attaching and Detaching the Front Cover 2.7 Attaching and Detaching the Front Cover You can keep wind, dust, and other foreign matter out of the instrument by attaching the front cover, which also prevents recording paper from becoming entangled. The cover also protects the mea- surement hardware when the instrument is being shipped or transported.

  • Page 26: Attaching The Drip-Proof Vinyl Cover

    2.8 Attaching the Drip-proof Vinyl Cover 2.8 Attaching the Drip-proof Vinyl Cover The drip-proof cover can keep the instrument and recording paper from getting wet when using the device in light rain or locations such as tunnels where dripping water is a concern. It can also help keep dust, sand, and other foreign matter out of the instrument.

  • Page 27: Configuring The Instrument And Taking Measurements

    3.1 Configuration and Measurement Process Configuring the Instrument and Taking Chapter 3 Measurements 3.1 Configuration and Measurement Process As much as possible, avoid printing in hot and humid environments. Otherwise, printer life may be severely shortened. Select a measurement range (RANGE) (p.

  • Page 28: Basic Measurement

    3.2 Basic Measurement 3.2 Basic Measurement Select a Measurement Range (RANGE) You can select the best range for the voltage you intend to mea- sure. The range can be set from ±1 mV to ±250 V. The 500 set- ting is used exclusively for mV ranges. Select the units with the mV/V switch.

  • Page 29: Start Measurement

    3.2 Basic Measurement Start Measurement Move the ZERO/MEAS switch to the MEAS position. The pens will move in response to input signals. Move the START/STOP/FEED switch to the START position. Paper will be fed through the instrument, and recording will start. Stop Measurement Move the START/STOP/FEED...

  • Page 30: Using Only One Channel (Pr8112 Only)

    3.3 Using Only One channel (PR8112 Only) 3.3 Using Only One channel (PR8112 Only) When using only CH1, you can limit the instrument’s power consumption to the power necessarily to drive one channel by setting the CH2 POWER switch on the rear of the instrument to OFF, thereby turning off the CH2 power supply.

  • Page 31: Example Printout

    3.4 Example Printout 3.4 Example Printout Example of data recorded with the PR8112 Indicates the amount of recording paper remaining (unit: cm).
  • Page 32 3.4 Example Printout...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Specifications

    2-pen model Model PR8112 Basic Specifications Operating method Self-balancing No. of pens PR8111: 1 pen; PR8112: 2 pens Input DC voltage Recording method Disposable felt pens Measurement ranges ±1 mV, 2.5 mV, 5 mV, 10 mV, 25 mV, 50 mV, 100 mV, 250 mV, 500 mV, 1 V, 2.5 V, 5 V, 10 V, 25 V, 50 V, 100 V, 250 V...
  • Page 34 Approx. 292W × 177H × 182D mm (11.50”W × 6.97”H × 7.17”D) (excluding protruding parts) Mass PR8111: Approx. 3.9 kg (137.6 oz) (instrument only) PR8112: Approx. 4.4 kg (155.2 oz) (instrument only) Power source Model 9418-15 AC Adapter (12 VDC)
  • Page 35 Chapter 4 Specifications Accessories Felt pens PR8111: P-1201A (red) PR8112: P-1201A (red), P-1202A (green) Recording paper SE-10Z-2 (fanfold paper) 1 AC adapter 9418-15 Instruction manual Drip-proof vinyl cover Front cover Accessories sold separately Felt pens Red : P-1201A (standard), P-1201B (high-speed), P-1201C (low-speed)
  • Page 36 Chapter 4 Specifications...

  • Page 37: Maintenance And Service

    • When sending the instrument for repair, remove the batteries and pack carefully to pre- vent damage in transit. Include cushioning material so the instrument cannot move within the package. Be sure to include details of the problem. Hioki cannot be responsible for damage that occurs during shipment.

  • Page 38: Replaceable Parts And Operating Lifetimes

    The fuse is housed in the power unit of the instrument. If the power does not turn on, the fuse may be blown. If this occurs, a replacement or repair cannot be performed by customers. Please contact your dealer or Hioki representative.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    If the paper is not being fed through the in- strument even though it has been loaded properly, the instrument may be damaged. Please contact your dealer or Hioki repre- sentative. Are you trying to reuse recording pa- Do not attempt to reuse recording paper.

  • Page 40: Outline Drawings

    5.3 Outline Drawings 5.3 Outline Drawings (mm) PR8111 PR8112 292±5 292±5 Front Rear 182±5 182±5 Right Left Bottom...

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