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T&D MCR-4V User Manual

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  • Page 1 (603) 746-5524 User’s Manual Thank you for purchasing our product. This manual provides explanations of the installation and operation of the MCR-4V. Please make sure the following items are included in the package. MCR-4V x 1 unit MCR for Windows...
  • Page 2 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Important Notices and Disclaimers In order to properly use this product, please carefully read all documents that accompany the product before using. T&D Corporation accepts no responsibility for any malfunction of and/or trouble with this product or with your computer that is caused by the improper handling of this product and will deem such trouble or malfunction as falling outside the conditions for free repair outlined in the attached warranty.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions And Instructions

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Safety Precautions and Instructions Safety Precautions and Instructions The following items should be strictly obeyed for the safe usage of this product, and for protecting yourself and other people from bodily harm and/or damage to property. Explanation of Symbols Warning Symbols These entries are actions that absolutely under no...
  • Page 4 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 DANGER To Prevent Serious Accidents Do not disassemble, repair or modify the unit and accessories. Do not use the unit in any environment that is exposed to chemicals and harmful gases. Doing so may cause corrosion and/ or other danger to the unit.
  • Page 5 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 We are not responsible for any damage, malfunction or trouble, whether direct or indirect, caused by the use of our product. Do not put anything on top of the cable. This may cause overheat- ing.
  • Page 6 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 CAUTION Do not place or store in the following areas: • Areas exposed to direct sunlight • Areas exposed to excessive heat or high temperatures such as near fire or heating equipment • Areas exposed to static electricity •...

  • Page 7: Before Using This Product

    Before Using this Product Please be careful about the procedures for Installation. (For USB communication between your computer and a MCR-4V) In order to use a USB connection to communicate between the unit and a computer, it is necessary to install the software and the USB device driver.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    About the Measurements Display -------------------------------------- 16 About the Trend Graph Display ----------------------------------------- 17 Operating the Trend Graph --------------------------------------------- 18 Recording with MCR-4V: An Outline ------------------------ 19 How to Use an SD Memory Card -------------------------------------- 19 Increasing Recording Channels ----------------------------- 20...
  • Page 9 Downloading Recorded Data to a PC ----------------------- 49 Download Recorded Data using “MCR for Windows”---------------- 49 Recorded Data File ------------------------------------------------------ 50 Download Recorded Data from all Connected MCR-4V Units------- 51 Analyzing Recorded Data ------------------------------------ 52 Open Recorded Data ---------------------------------------------------- 52...

  • Page 10: Using Mcr-4V

    - Average Value Recording Measurements - 50-60Hz Filter and Trend Graph - Increase of Number of Channels - Preheat - Recording Stop Trigger Device Coupling Image Master Slaves Throughout this manual, the MCR-4V is also referred to as “the device” or “the unit”.

  • Page 11: Basic Procedures

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Basic Procedures The following shows the basic flow of procedures. Use MCR-4V Use PC Getting Device Ready Install the batteries (see p.15) Getting PC Ready Install the provided software (see p.45) Connect the device to a PC (see p.47) Setting up the Device (see p.28)/ Making Recording Settings (see p.23)

  • Page 12: Appearance Diagram And Part Names

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Appearance Diagram and Part Names [TOP] [FRONT] [SIDE] [BACK] 1. Preheat Terminal 2. Input Terminal 3. Coupling Lug 4. LCD Display [BOTTOM] 5. Touch Panel (touchpad and control wheel) 6. SD Memory Card Slot 7.

  • Page 13: Touch Panel

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Touch Panel Press to change the selected menu or settings item (by going up or down), and to increase or decrease the values shown in the LCD. Press to confirm the selected menu, operation, or value. Press to jump to the [Start Recording] or [Stop Recording] menu.* Press to return to the previous screen in the menu* or cancel...

  • Page 14: Touch Panel Operation Methods

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Touch Panel Operation Methods There are two ways to operate the touch panel as follows: - Touchpad operation - Control wheel operation Terms and gestures related to operations Tap (touch) Press-and-hold Control Wheel (hold down) Operation (rotate) Tap desired area of...

  • Page 15: Lcd Display And Icons

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 LCD Display and Icons The following contains some brief explanations about icons. Each menu will be explained later in the “Menu List” pages. LCD backlight will be ON during operation. A highlighted display shows the item currently selected, and a blinking highlight shows that an...
  • Page 16 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 The battery mark shows the battery level as follows. : Full or near full power : Beginning to lose power : Significant loss of power : Change batteries as soon as possible : Change batteries immediately : Not operable with batteries only Below are some examples of recording conditions and the corresponding estimated battery life.

  • Page 17: Installing The Battery

    - When you wish to replace batteries while recording is in progress, make sure to connect the USB cable to your PC for USB bus power. - If the MCR-4V runs out of power while processing data on a SD memory card, the data on the card may be corrupted.

  • Page 18: Measuring Voltage

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Measuring Voltage Connect the item to be measured to the MCR-4V using a compatible wire. 1. Prepare a compatible 10mm strip wire (see Spec). 2. Using a screwdriver or other such tool, while pressing down on the terminal button <B>...

  • Page 19: About The Trend Graph Display

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 * You can switch the Scale Conversion ON/OFF by going to [Record Settings] and selecting the desired channel settings (see p.31 “CH1 Settings - CH4 Settings”). Also, the scale conversion equation can be changed via “MCR for Windows”.

  • Page 20: Operating The Trend Graph

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Operating the Trend Graph to highlight the desired item, and tap <ENTER>. While the selected item is blinking, use again to change the value, and tap <ENTER>. * If no operations are performed or a change is not confirmed with <ENTER>...

  • Page 21: Recording With Mcr-4V: An Outline

    How to Use an SD Memory Card It is possible to transfer data stored in the MCR-4V internal memory to a computer by using an SD memory card. The MCR-4V records measurement data to its internal memory.

  • Page 22: Increasing Recording Channels

    Up to four units can be coupled together to allow for a maximum of 16 channels. When the bodies of multiple units are connected, the MCR-4V at the far left side will be automatically designated as the Master and all other connected MCR-4V units will be designated as Slaves.

  • Page 23: Group Operations Via Master

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Group Operations via Master Group operations such as the starting and stopping recording for the connected units can only be performed via the Master. Upon the start of a group recording, the main recording settings will be temporarily copied to all connected Slaves.

  • Page 24: Starting Recording By Group

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Starting Recording by Group Make recording settings for each device separately; no matter if it is a Master or a Slave. * See p.23 for a list of the possible setting items. * See p.21 for the settings that are/are not controlled by the Master. From the main menu of the Master, select [Record Settings] - [Start Recording].

  • Page 25: About Menus

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 About Menus [Record Settings] Menu [Back] Stop Recording [Back] Start Recording [Back] Method : IMMED (indv) IMMED (indv) / PGM (indv) / IMMED (grp) / PGM (grp) Month/Day/Year HH:MM:SS* Detailed Sett.: OFF ON / OFF Rec.Mode : Endless Endless / One Time Rec.Method : Instant*...
  • Page 26 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Unit [ V ] Warn Montr : OFF OFF / Lower / Upper / Up&Low Uppr Limit : - - -* User Specified Voltage Value Lwr Limit : - - -* User Specified Voltage Value Judge Time : - - -* User Specified...

  • Page 27: [Data List] Menu

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Data List] Menu Displayed Items when Recording Stopped: [Back] * List number, date, and time shown below are examples. Display Graph [Back] No4 '13.07.30 16:19:45 No3 '13.07.29 15:42:51 Export Selctd Data [Back] No4 Jul 30 '13 16:19:45 No3 Jul 29 '13 15:42:51 Export All Data [Back]...

  • Page 28: Displayed Items During Endless Recording

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Displayed Items during Endless Recording: [Back] Expt Curr Data Now Formatted & Blank Card? Auto Data Export*1 [Back] Quick Format [Back] *1: When recording in one-time mode, [Auto Data Export] will not be displayed.

  • Page 29: [Memory Card] Menu

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Memory Card] Menu [Back] Quick Format [Back] Memory Card Test [Back]...

  • Page 30: [Operation Settings] Menu

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Operation Settings] Menu [Back] Set Contrast : 65 0 to 100 Check Memory [Back] Memory : Data : Set Clock [Back] July/31/'13 16:43:22 Time Zone GMT+09:00 DST 00:00 Beep : ON ON / OFF All / OFF Click Key Lock : OFF OFF / 240 to 5sec Return to Default...

  • Page 31: Explanation Of Items In Each Menu

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Explanation of Items in Each Menu [Record Settings] Menu Items [Stop Recording] Click [OK] to stop recording. [Start Recording] Click [OK] to start recording. [Method : IMMED(indv) / PGM(indv) / IMMED(grp) / PGM(grp)] IMMED(indv) : Starts recording immediately.
  • Page 32 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Rec.Method: Instant / Average / Ave.Fine] Select the recording method to be used. For information about the sampling interval when recording average values, see the attached document “Sampling Interval for Recording Average Values”. Instant (Value): Records the instantaneous value at the set recording interval.
  • Page 33 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 When the recording interval is less than 1 sec, the number of channels that can be recorded simultaneously varies depending upon the combination of settings made for 50-60Hz Filter and Recording Interval. Recording Intervals 1sec or 10ms 20ms...
  • Page 34 About the Warning Monitoring Function When the set upper or lower limit is exceeded for the set length of time necessary to be judged as a warning, the MCR-4V will display a warning sign next to the measurement value on the LCD.

  • Page 35: Connection Example

    - The necessary preheat time varies depending upon the sensor to be used; please check the specifications of the sensor before making settings for the preheat time. Connection Example MCR-4V Sensor Output Sensor Preheat...
  • Page 36 Set the delay to stop recording after the trigger condition has been reached. About the Recording Stop Trigger Function This is a function to determine when to stop recording. The MCR-4V will stop recording after the set trigger condition has been reached and the set delay time has elapsed.
  • Page 37 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Save/Restore Sett.] By selecting [Save Settings], it is possible to save up to 4 types of recording settings. All setting items in the [Record Settings] menu can be saved and re-used, allowing you to save steps to repeat making the same settings each time.

  • Page 38: [Data List] Menu Items (When Recording Stopped)

    Delete recorded data in the device as necessary. Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Cards SDHC Memory Cards IMPORTANT - SDXC memory cards cannot be used. - It is possible to run a quick test to see if your memory card works in MCR-4V. See p.42 for details.
  • Page 39 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Delete Selctd Data] While “Processing” is displayed on the LCD, do not perform any other operations. This process may take a long time to complete. Select the data you wish to delete from the displayed list, and tap <ENTER>.

  • Page 40: How To Read Recorded Data Graph

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 How to Read Recorded Data Graph The graph can be scrolled on the display by using or control wheel operation to move to the left or right. 1. While scrolling, the time of recorded data appears on the top of the screen.
  • Page 41 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Scroll Screen Change Screen Skimming Level (Horizontal Axis Scale) to change. Vertical Axis Scale to change. Recording Channel to change. Menu Screen IMPORTANT When changing settings as above, if no operations are performed or a change is not confirmed with <ENTER>, the change will automatically be applied and the graph will return to the “Scroll”...

  • Page 42: [Data List] Menu Items (During Endless Recording)

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 [Data List] Menu Items (during endless recording) [Expt Curr Data Now] Use this to immediately export the data currently being recorded to the SD memory card. IMPORTANT Memory cards are not included. Please purchase separately. [Auto Data Export] To prevent data loss in Endless mode, this menu will automatically export the data to be overwritten to the SD memory card.
  • Page 43 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Canceling [Auto Data Export] If you wish to cancel the auto data export process, select [Back] and tap <ENTER>. The displayed message will be cleared when the process is terminated. Restrictions on [Auto Data Export] - The exporting process will be terminated when the SD card is removed.

  • Page 44: [Memory Card] Menu Items

    (603) 746-5524 [Memory Card] Menu Items [Quick Format] Select [OK] to format your SD memory card for use in the MCR-4V. IMPORTANT - This process will erase all recorded data from the SD memory card. It is recommended to make backups of recorded data to a PC before formatting the memory card.

  • Page 45: [Operation Settings] Menu Items

    - It is not possible to set the clock while recording is in progress. - Please make sure that the date and time settings in the MCR-4V are correct, if they are not, the recording start time and recording time of downloaded data will be incorrect.

  • Page 46: Key Lock

    Please be careful when initializing a device as it is not possible, after initialization, to retrieve previous settings info or recover deleted or corrupted data. Do not turn off the power of the MCR-4V during initialization. Termination of the initialization process may cause damage or malfunction to the device.

  • Page 47: Using A Pc With Mcr-4V

    By using the supplied software, it is possible to make Device Settings and Recording Settings from a computer, as well as download recorded data from the MCR-4V to your computer for graph view and data analysis. Installing the Supplied Software...
  • Page 48 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Follow the directions as they appear to complete the installation. * If a window appears such as the one below during installation, click the [Install] or [Continue Anyway] button. After installation, “MCR for Windows” will appear in the Windows Start Screen or Start Menu.

  • Page 49: Connecting The Device To A Pc

    MCR-4V unit that is connected with a USB communication cable. - When connecting a MCR-4V to a PC, connect only one unit at a time. If you connect multiple units at the same time, they may not be recognized properly.

  • Page 50: Making Settings Via Pc

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Making Settings via PC The following items are not included on the device menu, and can only be set or changed from “MCR for Windows” by connecting the device to a computer via USB. Channel Name Create and assign names to each of the channels to be used for recording.

  • Page 51: Downloading Recorded Data To A Pc

    (603) 746-5524 Downloading Recorded Data to a PC Data stored in the internal memory of MCR-4V can be downloaded to a computer in either of the following two ways: - Use an SD memory card to export recorded data and transfer to a PC.* - Use “MCR for Windows”...

  • Page 52: Recorded Data File

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Click the [Download] button. Recorded Data File One recorded data file (.r4V) is created for each recording session. Storage Location of Recorded Data and File Name The default setting is as follows. Storage Folder: C:\Users\username\Documents(or My Documents)\TandD Corp\MCR File Name: Serial number_rec.month_rec.day_rec.year_rec.time (hhmmss).r4V...

  • Page 53: Download Recorded Data From All Connected Mcr-4V Units

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Download Recorded Data from all Connected MCR-4V Units Connect the Master unit to your computer via USB. Get a data list for the Master. (see p.49) Click the [Search for Slave] button to get data lists for the connected Slave units.

  • Page 54: Analyzing Recorded Data

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Analyzing Recorded Data Open Recorded Data In the storage folder for the downloaded recorded data on your PC (p.48), double click on the desired recorded data file. T&D Graph will be opened and a graph displayed. Print Graphs Open recorded data from the T&D Graph.

  • Page 55: Other

    USB driver. • Connect a different USB device (mouse, digital camera, etc...) other than the MCR-4V to your computer and see if it operates properly. • If your computer has more than one USB port, try connecting the USB cable to a different port.
  • Page 56 Please check the following: • Make sure the write protection switch on the SD memory card is unlocked. • Check if your SD memory card is supported by the MCR-4V. (See p.36) • Perform a “Memory Card Test”. (See p.42) •...
  • Page 57 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 The software “MCR for Windows” does not start, why not? Please check the following: • The software may not have been installed correctly. Try reinstalling “MCR for Windows”. • Check to see if the software was installed with Administrator rights. (For Windows 7 or earlier:) •...
  • Page 58 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 2. In the maintenance box, select “Repair .NET Framework 4 Client Profile to its original state” and then click [Next]. Click [Finish] when prompt. If after checking and trying the above there is no improvement please contact the distributor where the product was purchased.

  • Page 59: How To Install The Usb Driver (Windows Xp)

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 How to Install the USB Driver (Windows XP) If you are using Windows XP, the “Found New Hardware Wizard” window will automatically open when a USB device is connected. Please follow the directions to install the USB driver. Check “No, not this time.”...

  • Page 60: Specifications

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Specifications MCR-4V Measurement Voltage 4ch Channels Input Method Scanning Method, Differential Input, Each Channel Isolated Input Approx. 1.1 MΩ Impedance Input Frequency DC-100 Hz Measurement ±300 mV, ±1.5 V, ±6 V, ±24 V, Auto (*1) Range Absolute Maximum Input Voltage: ±50 V...
  • Page 61 Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Group Up to 4 units (16 channels) can be recorded simultaneously. Recording Communication USB Communication Interfaces Communication Download Times for Full Data via USB Time - While recording (at recording interval of 2 ms.) : Approx. 3 minutes 30 seconds - With recording stopped: Approx.

  • Page 62: Software (Mcr For Windows)

    Distributed by MicroDAQ.com, Ltd www.MicroDAQ.com (603) 746-5524 Software (MCR for Windows) Compatible OS Microsoft Windows 8 32 / 64 bit (*6) (*5) Microsoft Windows 7 32 / 64 bit Microsoft Windows Vista 32 bit (SP1 or later) Microsoft Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 or later) Display English Languages (*7)

  • Page 63: Product Information

    A list of distributors can be found at: http://www.tandd.com/about_tandd/contactus/ Product Information Product information can be found at: http://www.tandd.com/product/ Multichannel Voltage Recorder MCR-4V User's Manual T&D CORPORATION 817-1 Shimadachi, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0852, Japan Website : http://www.tandd.com/ FAX : +81-263-40-3152...

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