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Shimpo DT209X Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of this Shimpo Product. This manual explains how to operate your equipment safely and correctly. The manual covers the various different features of the DT-209X. Kindly read this manual thoroughly before operation as it holds important information that will help you fully utilize this unit.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DT-209X Handheld Digital Laser Tachometer Table of Contents Section I – Handheld Tachometer • Description of Parts………………………………………………………………………….………1 • Description LCD Display…………………………………………………………………….………3 • Unit Selector Switch………………………………………………………………………………….4 • Abbreviation of Display Table………………………………………………………………………5 • Power Supply…………………………………………………………………………………………6 • Measurement Modes………………………………………………………………………………...7 • Flow Chart Diagram………………………………………………………………………………….8 o Standard Mode o Average Mode o USB Mode...

  • Page 5: Description Of Parts

    DT-209X Parts Description 4. Contact 6. Laser Beam Opening 9. Power Switch 5. Contact Adapter (DT-ADP-200L) 7. Display 3. Measurement Mode Selector 10. Memory Button 8. Unit Selector Switch 2. Analog Output 1. USB Connector Model DT-209X casing is similar to standard DT-207/DT-205L with addition of USB port, analog output, and selector switch.
  • Page 6 Parts Function Mini-USB connector for PC online measurements and data USB Connector downloads. Analog Output 0 to 1-volt analog output connector for pen recorders and other Connector external devices. Measurement Mode Slide selector switch for different measuring modes. (USB, Selector Switch Average, STD).

  • Page 7: Description Lcd Display

    Non- Rotation Speed Contact Measurement ON and OFF switch and block separator. For standard and average mode the power switch button is required while taking readings. Failure to press the power button Non- USB Mode will not permit measurements. Pressing the (No cable memory button while holding the power connected)

  • Page 8: Unit Selector Switch

    Unit Selector Switch Multi-mode capability measures RPM, mPM, YPM, FPM, IPM and total meters, yards, feet and inches. NOTE: Selector switch not available in USB mode; all controls are transferred to the software through the USB cable. Measurement Explanation of Operation method Contact measurement requires the contact adapter (DT-ADP-200L) and the proper attachments.

  • Page 9: Abbreviation Of Display Table

    Operation • The switch selector can be turned clockwise or counter-clockwise depending on which unit of measure is required. • The unit of measure selected on the dial is indicated in the digital display. • Conversion of units –measured values can be automatically converted to the unit selector switch.

  • Page 10: Power Supply

    Full memory indicator (the unit cannot FULL store additional data) Clear data from memory. Holding memory button for 5 seconds will clear stored data per block in CCCCC Standard and Average modes. For USB operation, CCCCC indicates deletion of all stored data in the selected measurement mode.

  • Page 11: Measurement Modes

    NOTE: In USB mode recorded data is downloaded directly to the computer. Auto power off feature of the tachometer is disabled; the supply of power for the unit is coming from the host computer. Measurement Mode The Measurement Mode is changed with the Measurement Mode Selector switch.

  • Page 12: Flowchart Diagram

    • The max, min, average, last and time of measurement can be stored in memory via power button. • The unit can store a maximum of 30 blocks • Each block of data is based from the time the power Average button was first pressed and then released.

  • Page 13: Usb Mode

    Average Mode Press and release the Power button Average Mode Memory Block 1 “n01” Memory Block 2 “n02” Average values are calculated Memory Block 3 “n03” based from the activation of the power button. (Only average values are available). Memory Block 30 “n30” NOTE: In both Standard and Average Mode, the memory button is pressed to recall memory.

  • Page 14: Measuring Methods

    Measuring Methods Rotational speed measurement (Contact RPM) Example: RPM measurement using the cone tip for motor rotation. The contact adapter (DT-ADP-200L) is attached to the tachometer laser opening. There are threads on the adapter assembly for easy installation. Install the contact adapter securely until all the threads are used.
  • Page 15 Three decimal points will flash on the center of the display when the tachometer is out of range. Speed and Length Measurements Example: Length measurement for amount of materials used. The contact adapter (DT-ADP-200L) is installed on the laser opening. There are threads on the adapter for easy installation.
  • Page 16 Typical measurement update is 1 second. (Using the software the update time can be adjusted as fast as 0.5 second). Things to Remember The rubber portion of the tip accessories (cone tip, funnel tip, FPM wheel) may become hot and may wear out prematurely at high speeds. Press the tachometer firmly on the moving material when using the wheel.

  • Page 17: Mode Operation

    CAUTION: Do not look into the laser beam opening while in operation. Staring into the laser beam can result to eye damage. The power switch is pressed while taking readings. The Mode Selection Switch is set to either Average or Standard Mode. The display will show “...
  • Page 18 Pressing the Power Switch it will show the memory block number where readings will be stored. The block number will flash for a few seconds. (Memory block location is identified by “n” followed by the block number on the LCD display). Standard mode allows 24 blocks;...

  • Page 19: Display Explanation

    The memory location where the measurement will be stored is shown on the Unit and Measurement section of the LCD display. (“M” followed by the number indicates memory location inside the current block). The memory number will advance automatically as the memory button is pressed each time.
  • Page 20 2. Average Mode Average mode is displayed on the LCD screen Pushing the Power Switch will show the memory block number where readings are to be stored. The block number will flash for a few seconds. Average mode allows 30 blocks total, each block is dependent on the time the power switch is first pressed and then released.

  • Page 21: Memory Function

    Releasing the Power Switch will trigger the auto shut off feature to activate. 3. USB Mode The Measurement Mode Selector Switch is set to USB mode (USB mode). The USB mode is displayed on the LCD screen. Please refer to the DT-209X API Section of this manual under USB Mode for additional information.
  • Page 22 To recall memory from the DT-209X, the memory button is pressed and then released. 1234 The last measured value is displayed. The Memory Button is pressed, and then released. 7200 The maximum measured value is displayed. The Memory Button is pressed and then released.
  • Page 23 The stored data in the tachometer can be recalled each time the memory button is pressed (M1→M2 etc.). (This is only applicable to the last Memory block used 2345 and in Standard Mode). Pressing the Memory Button after M10 will cycle back the process to M1.

  • Page 24: Other Function

    The Memory Button is pressed and then released. The minimum measured value is displayed. The memory button is pressed and then released. The calculated average value is displayed. 4500 Pressing the memory button cycles back to LST. Note: Only the last Memory block is accessible for review.

  • Page 25: Analog Output

    Clearing all the stored memory blocks requires manual deletion from the tachometer. (Example: To clear 23 blocks of memory requires erasing the memory 23 times.) Memory deletion: The tachometer deletes the last memory block used and shifts down one block at a time, starting from the last going down to the first block stored.

  • Page 26: Replacing Batteries

    Maximum Values Allowed Unit Full range Unit Full range Non contact 99,999 Contact RPM 25,000 m/min 3810.0 yd/min 4617.0 ft/min 12,500 in/min 99,999 99,999 99,999 99,999 99,999 Replacing batteries LO BAT flashes on the LO BAT LCD display. This indicates that battery needs replacement.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications Content Model DT-209X (6-inch cir wheel), DT-209X-S12 (12-inch cir wheel) Standard mode Measurement with memory switch Measurement Average mode Mean value measurement for measurement period mode USB Mode Measurement by computer Contact The contact adapter and headers are used on the rotating body. Measurement The laser beam is directed towards the reflective tape.

  • Page 31: Section Ii - Software

    DT-209X API Section Thank you for your purchase of the DT-209X handheld tachometer. Please read this section carefully before using the DT-209X software. This section covers the installation and description of the software for the DT- 209X. Keep this manual and software safe for future reference. Software Compatibility •...

  • Page 32: Dt-209X Api-Cd Checklist

    DLL of USB file. Windows200 DT209XUSB.inf inf of USB file DT209XUSB.sy sys of USB file. Setup information on the autorun.inf application Execution of the application DT209X.exe file Registration of the init.reg lication file. 209X Installation of the InstMsiA.Exe lication file. PC_API Installation of the InstMsiW.Exe...

  • Page 33: Dt-209X Usb Driver Installation

    DT-209X USB Driver Installation: (WINDOWS XP) Included in your package is a USB cable. Attach USB cable to the handheld tachometer and host computer as shown below. Windows will automatically detect the presence of new hardware. Insert software CD and click on “Next”. Windows will search for available drivers. Choose the driver suited for your operating system (Windows XP or Windows 2000).

  • Page 34: Application Software Installation

    Click next. Installation process will continue. After installation is completed the following window will be displayed. Click on “Finish” to complete the installation of the DT-209X USB driver. Separate installation is required for computers that will use multiple USB ports. Follow same procedure for each USB port that will be used. Application Software Installation Please follow the following procedures.
  • Page 35 Browse the CD content. Go to PC_API folder Windows installer package Select Windows installer package to start program set up.
  • Page 36 DT-209X set up wizard will open. Click “Next>” Choose installation folder where DT-209X program will be stored.
  • Page 37 Space availability. Browse • Allows users to select location of the application • Default set up: C: \Program Files\NIDEC-SHIMPO\DT-209X for Windows\ • Select who can access the program (Computers with multiple users). It is recommended to use the default settings for installation of the program for easy access.
  • Page 38 Set up wizard will start the installation process. Please allow a few minutes to complete the installation process. Click on “Close” to complete the installation. DT-209X software is ready to use.
  • Page 39 Read this section carefully as it holds important information regarding the DT- 209X software and mode windows operation. From the Start Menu the DT-209X software is listed as NIDEC-SHIMPO. There are two types of operation for the software 1. Download stored information from the handheld tachometer. (Use for Standard and Average Modes).

  • Page 40: Main Screen Description

    Main Screen Description 1. Exit – terminates the program and exits the software 2. USB Mode – Online measurement (Note: Make sure that the DT-209X Handheld mode selector switch is set to USB. Failure to do this will not allow communication between host computer and the DT-209X). 3.
  • Page 41 5. Time Synchronize - Synchronize time with host computer for generating time stamping reports. To activate this feature click on time synchronize or press ALT + T from the keyboard. After the feature is activated you will notice the time and date window showing the following message.
  • Page 42 Example: In Non-contact RPM Maximum expected speed is 1,000 RPM. Entering 1,000 in the programmable analog output will scale 1V from 0 to 1000 rpm. (500 rpm will output 0.5 V). If the set rpm exceeded the analog output, it will maintain 1V. If the unit is change it defaults back to maximum value based from the Table of Maximum Values found on page 37.

  • Page 43: Lcd Display

    Virtual Software LCD Display Troubleshooting USB Communication • If USB communication cannot be establish check USB cable from the tachometer and the host PC. • If after all connections are checked, communication is still inactive, unplug the USB cable from the PC port and plug it back in, Windows should be able to detect the cable.

  • Page 44: Unit Selector Switch

    Unit Selector (Software) Selecting units of measure can be changed easily from the software. Provided on the main window is a virtual copy of the handheld unit selector switch. The selected setting is highlighted in RED; changing the settings would require clicking the mouse and dragging the red highlight to the appropriate setting.

  • Page 45: Usb Mode Screen

    USB Mode Screen USB mode screen display explanation Make sure that the DT-209X handheld tachometer is set to USB mode on the selector switch. Any other settings will not allow the software to recognize the tachometer. 1. Main - Return to main screen button (ALT + M) 2.
  • Page 46 Files are saved in CSV format, which can be opened by spreadsheets. Sample of data opened in Microsoft Excel (USB Mode). Example: Tab of data displayed on the screen in USB mode is the only set of data that will be saved on file, each tab is saved separately. In standard mode all 24 blocks are saved, and in Average Mode all 30 blocks are saved.
  • Page 47 Sample of data saved in Excel (Standard Mode). 3. Restore – file retrieval button. Open saved file from the computer. (Shortcut keystroke ALT + R)
  • Page 48 File restore window The letter “R” identifies file restored on the list of data shown from the screen. 4. Start - measurement starts (Only applicable in USB mode). Keystroke shortcut “ALT + S”. If software locks as shown below, please check the mode selector switch. Set switch selector to USB mode.
  • Page 49 5. Print – Print function from the software allows transfer of images displayed from the screen to a local printer. Keystroke shortcut “ALT + P”. 6. Measure – This button allows the creation of a new tab or set of data. It enables the “Start Button”...
  • Page 50 Confirmation screen, indicating unselected data will be erased 9. Graph – Opens graph in another window, only available in USB mode. This feature allows observation of actual data while it occurs during measurement test. To return to table of measured values select “Close” located on the middle of the window.
  • Page 51 Example: The start trigger is set to 10,000. The tachometer will only start recording values when measurements exceed 10,000. Alarm Whenever an alarm is generated the color of the DT-209X taskbar changes; the computer generates a buzzing sound. Normal Alarm...
  • Page 52 13. Maximum, Minimum, and Mean Value – The maximum, minimum and mean value are displayed based from the recorded data on the table. 14. Records – Displays number of measured data recorded.
  • Page 53 15. Start and End – Displays the beginning and the end of measurements. Format: Month/ Day/ Year Time based on 24 Hours: Hour/Min/Seconds 16. Measured Data – measured data are displayed based on their occurrence. 17. Block Tab – block separation of each set of data. Creation of new tab is based from the activation of the measure button.
  • Page 54 18. Time – Displays synchronized time from the host computer. Format: Month/Day/Year followed by Time: Hour/Minutes Before testing it is advisable to synchronize time with the host computer to update time and date for each record. 19. Software Display – Virtual display of the DT-209X software. It shows updates as measurement are taken.

  • Page 55: Usb Mode Graph Screen

    USB Mode Graph Screen This section describes the parts and functions of the Graph Screen under USB mode. 1. Close – closes the graph screen and moves back the screen to the USB table (Keystroke shortcut ALT + C). 2. Print – prints the graph as displayed from the screen. Size of print is dependent from the settings of the printer.
  • Page 56 4. All – horizontal display control, time axis. Setting Explanation It automatically sets time present while the measurements are in progress. It is also the time after all measurements are stopped. Setting Limit of the USB main screen Limit The same range setting is set to “All” when Limit is set to 10sec.

  • Page 57: Standard Mode Screen

    Standard Mode Screen Explanation of the Standard mode screen: In this mode data can be downloaded from the DT-209X memory. Memory tab separates each memory block. Initial Screen of Standard Mode Screen after data are downloaded...
  • Page 58 1. Main – returns to the main screen (Shortcut keystroke ALT + M). 2. File Save – Downloaded data from the DT-209X is saved in CSV format. (Shortcut Keystroke – ALT + F). Create name of file for the set of measurements. File save is inactive when there is no data available for download.
  • Page 59 3. Restore – opens previously saved file. From the screen the restored file has “R” Tab. (Shortcut Keystroke ALT + R). 4. Download – download function from the software. This allows transfer of stored data from the Tachometer to the software. (Shortcut Keystroke ALT + D). Numbered tabs separates each memory block.
  • Page 60 7. Measurement Data – measured values stored in each memory block is displayed. 8. Block Tab – Memory block separation. Each tab corresponds to a set of data stored per memory block. In Standard Mode, there are 24 Block s or 24 Tabs possible.

  • Page 61: Average Mode Screen

    Average Mode Screen verage mode screen description and explanation. Average Mode screen initial window prior to download Average Mode Screen after data are downloaded...
  • Page 62 1. Main – returns to the main screen. (Shortcut Keystroke ALT + M) 2. File Save – Saves downloaded data from the tachometer. File save button is inactive when no downloaded data is available. Data are saved in .CSV format, which can be imported directly to spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel.
  • Page 63 Restore File Window 4. Download – download saved data from the DT-209X. All blocks are displayed based from their occurrence. (Keystroke shortcut ALT + D). 5. Print – print function for the displayed table. Size of print out is dependent on the attached printer settings.
  • Page 64 Once “OK” is s elected, all the Average mode stored data from the tachometer are erased, CCCCC is displayed from the DT-209X LCD display. No further retrieval is possible. ata an d date of Measurement – displays the recorded average including e begi nning and end of each memory block.
  • Page 65 9. Blocks – Displays number of memory blocks downloaded from the tachometer. Measurement Time - displays the beginning and end of each memory block. This information changes based on the highlighted data block. Format of information: MM/DD/YYYY, followed by the 24 hour time format HH:MM:SS.

  • Page 66: Display Hold

    Display Hold: This feature is an enhancement to the DT-209X software, designed for users hich requires the ability to limit the amount of time the tachometer holds the last reading after the source of the signal ceases. he Display Hold feature is useful for applications that need to show eceleration and immediate stop.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting Section

    Uninstall and reinstall DT-209X USB Drivers, compatible drivers check the CD included in your Kit. Program is installed under the name "NIDEC- SHIMPO". Access list of programs from the Could not find software after installation Start Menu. Control of the tachometer is transferred to the...
  • Page 68 Useful Links: For inquiries email us at info@shimpoinst.com. Our website address is www.shimpoinst.com. Tel No. 1-800-237-7079. Check our website for additional Shimpo Pr oducts and current product updates. For applications check our appli cation notes section under the Resource...

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