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8423
MEMORY HiLOGGER
Mar. 2019 Revised edition 7
8423A983-07 19-03H
Quick Start Manual
Read first.
Offers an introduction to the Memory
HiLogger's basic measuring method
for first time users.
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  • Page 1 8423 Quick Start Manual MEMORY HiLOGGER Read first. Offers an introduction to the Memory HiLogger's basic measuring method for first time users. Mar. 2019 Revised edition 7 8423A983-07 19-03H...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction ________________________________ 1 Verifying Package Contents ___________________ 3 Names and Functions of Parts _________________ 4 Installing the Software________________________ 6 Installing Logger Utility ..............7 Installing the USB Driver ..............8 Software Screen____________________________ 12 Setting Up the Instrument ____________________ 13 Taking Measurements _______________________ 18 Application Measurement Tips________________ 29 8423A983-07...
  • Page 4 Contents...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI "Model 8423 Memory HiLogger." To obtain maximum performance from the instrument, please read this manual first, and keep it handy for future reference. The following instruction manuals are included with the 8423 Memory HiLogger.
  • Page 6 Introduction Notation Safety Symbols The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative importance of cautions and warnings. Indicates that incorrect operation presents a significant hazard that could result in serious injury or death to the user. Indicates that incorrect operation presents a possibility of injury to the user or damage to the instrument.

  • Page 7: Verifying Package Contents

    In particular, check the accessories, panel switches, and connectors. If damage is evident, or if it fails to operate according to the specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki representative. Please check to make sure that no items are missing from your package.

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Names and Functions of Parts Front Panel Key operations Display (See the next page) External control input CF card access LED terminals Synchronization cable connectors CF card slot 100BASE-TX connector Power switch USB connector AC adapter connector Names of parts Explanations Displays setting values, measurement values, error messages, warning...
  • Page 9 Names and Functions of Parts Key Operations Keys Explanations • The key lights during measurement. • Press the key once during standby to start measurement. • Press the key during measurement to input an event mark. When the power is on: You can initialize the settings by turning the power on while pressing See "13.3 Initializing Settings (System Reset)"...

  • Page 10: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software Installing the Software Install the supplied software Logger Utility on the computer the first time you use the instrument after purchase. Before starting the installation, check the operat- ing environment. Operating Environment : Windows 2000 (with SP4 or later) Windows XP (with SP2 or later) Windows Vista Windows 7...

  • Page 11: Installing Logger Utility

    Installing the Software Installing Logger Utility Follow the procedure below to install Logger Utility. This explanation is for install- ing the software on Windows XP. The messages displayed may differ slightly depending on the operating system you are using. Important If you are running software such as antivirus software, be sure to end the software before you start the installation.

  • Page 12: Installing The Usb Driver

    Install the driver. [SetupDriver32.msi] in the CD-R. If [Logger Utility] is already installed, run the CD from the following loca- tion. [c:\Program Files\HIOKI\LoggerUtility\Driver\SetupDriver32.msi] If you are using the WindowsVista/7 64bit version: [c:\Program Files(x86)\HIOKI\LoggerUtility\Driver\SetupDriver64.msi] [SetupDriver64.msi] in the CD-R. If [Logger Utility] is already installed, run the CD from the following loca- tion.
  • Page 13 When a dialog box requesting your permission to continue the program appears, click [Continue]. Sometimes another dialog box requesting your permission to install the software may appear. When it does, check “Always trust software from [Install] [HIOKI E.E. CORPORATION] and click to continue.
  • Page 14 Installing the Software When installation is completed and the dialog box appears, click [Close] exit. Click Connect the instrument and computer with the USB cable provided. Do not plug in or unplug the USB cable while the instrument is operating. For Windows2000/Vista/7 The HiLogger is automatically recognized, and preparations to use the device are complete.
  • Page 15 Installing the Software [Continue Anyway] Click A message saying that the software has not passed Windows Logo testing will appear a few times, click [Continue Anyway] to continue installing. When installation is completed and the dialog box appears, click [Finish] to exit.

  • Page 16: Software Screen

    Software Screen Software Screen This chapter describes the screen configuration, part names, and functions of the supplied software Logger Utility. Please see the Instruction Manual. Tool Button Menu Bar Displays the settings screen, starts and stops mea- Saves and loads measurement surement, etc.

  • Page 17: Setting Up The Instrument

    Setting Up the Instrument Setting Up the Instrument Follow the procedure below to prepare the measurement instrument before beginning measurement. Required tools: Phillips screwdriver ....1 Attach the unit to the 8423 Memory HiLogger. To attach multiple units. Left side of Memory Right side of HiLogger unit...
  • Page 18 Setting Up the Instrument Pull down the levers on the rear of the instrument and unit, and hook the connection plate on to the hooks at the top of the DIN rail mounting groove. DIN Rail Mounting Groove Lever Push up the levers until they click into place. •...
  • Page 19 Setting Up the Instrument Loosen the screw at the bottom of the cover with the Phillips screw- driver and lift up the cover. Lift up Phillips screwdriver Loosen the screws of the terminal block, connect the input cable, and then tighten the screws. The connection method differs depending on the measurement object.
  • Page 20 Setting Up the Instrument Connect the connector of the AC adapter to the connector of the instrument, and insert the plug into a power outlet with a ground. Insert the plug Hook Connect the instrument to a computer with a USB cable. A USB cable is used in this example, but you can also use a LAN cable in the same way.
  • Page 21 Setting Up the Instrument Insert the CF card. The measurement data is sent to the computer, but you can also save the data to the CF card. CF card Cover Eject button Format a CF card on a computer the first time you use it or before you begin measurement.

  • Page 22: Taking Measurements

    Taking Measurements Taking Measurements This section uses a simple measurement example to present the flow of mea- surement to first-time users of the Memory HiLogger. Measurement Example: Determining the Temperature Distribution in an Office Connect an 8948 Voltage/Temp Unit to the 8423 Memory HiLogger, and mea- sure the temperature at 15 locations in the office for a period of 8 hours.
  • Page 23 Taking Measurements Setting Measurement Conditions Follow the procedure below to set the measurement conditions. Connection Settings From the Start Menu of Windows, click [All Programs] - [HIOKI] - [Logger Utility] - [Logger Utility]. (2) Click (1) Click Click the button in the main screen to display the connec-...
  • Page 24 Taking Measurements Select the search object from USB and LAN. For this example, select "USB" here. Click the [Search] button, and then The loggers connected to the computer appear. : Loggers that can be registered (1) Click (3) A searched logger appears here (2) Click : Loggers connected by LAN : Loggers connected by USB...
  • Page 25 Taking Measurements Unit Configuration Confirm that the unit configuration shown on the unit configuration page matches the actual content. Set the digital filter. (1) Click (2) Select Selectable Explanations Items The filter is not used. 50Hz Select this to use at an operating power frequency of 50 Hz. 60Hz Select this to use at an operating power frequency of 60 Hz.
  • Page 26 Taking Measurements Measurement Settings Click [Normal Sampling] on the measurement settings page. Set the recording interval (high-speed). For this example, select "1s" here. Selectable Intervals 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 ms, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 s, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 m, 1 h (1) Click (2) Click (3) Select...
  • Page 27 Taking Measurements Channel Settings Select the channel for measurement on the measurement settings page of the channel settings. Each click of the button toggles measurement ON and OFF. Set the input type and range to match the measurement object. For this example, select “Thermocouple” and “100°Cf.s.” See "5.4.1 Setting Measurement Conditions"...
  • Page 28 Taking Measurements Select the parameters to copy and the copy destination. For this example, select all the parameters. (1) Select (2) Select (3) Click Selectable Explanations Items Select All Select all the parameters to copy or copy destinations. Unselect Clear the selection for all the parameters to copy or copy destinations. Reverse Reverse the selection for the parameters to copy or copy destinations.
  • Page 29 Taking Measurements CF Card Save Settings This section describes setting the method for saving data to a CF (compact flash) card inserted in the logger. Click the icon of the logger you want to change the settings of on the environment settings page. The background color of the selected icon turns red.
  • Page 30 Taking Measurements Starting and Ending Measurement Start measurement. The measurement data is sent to the computer in real time. The same data is also saved in the CF card. Click the button in the main screen of Logger Utility to start measurement.
  • Page 31 Taking Measurements Why is a waveform not displayed? The measurement waveform may have gone out of the display range. Change the dis- play upper limit and display lower limit settings on the tab of the display set- [Channel] tings window to match the measurement values. See "7.1 Changing the Waveform Display Range"...
  • Page 32 Taking Measurements To ensure measurement is performed safely, observe the following precautions. • The maximum input voltage, maximum rated voltage to earth, and maximum rated voltage between channels for the input/output terminals of each unit and the external control input terminals of the 8423 Memory HiLogger main unit are as shown in the table below.

  • Page 33: Application Measurement Tips

    Application Measurement Tips Application Measurement Tips Dividing the measurement data into sheets • If you divide the channels into individual sheets, the target waveforms become easy to view. See "5.4.4 Assigning Channels to Sheets" in the Instruction Manual. Outputting an alarm when a certain value is exceeded •...
  • Page 34 Application Measurement Tips...

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