3423 LUX HiTESTER
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1. CONNECTION CABLE Detector Light sensor sensor The sensor part for the 3423 Measures the illuminance on the light Display Reference level indication Indicates that the reference level is the tip of the light sensor LCD display AUTO Lights during Auto Range operation HOLDI Lights when holding the indication or lighting the backlight Notes on Use LCD display Lights when battery power is running low Lights when measuring in the 20 000 Ix range Lights when measuring in the 200 000 Ix range Indicates the unit of illuminance lux Indicates the decimal point RANGE key Selects the range HOLD key LIGHT key Holds the indication or lights the backlight 0 ADJ key Performs zero adjustment Light sensor cap Attached to the detector when performing zero adjustment Ejection hook Used to separate and put together the detector and display POWER switch Powers on and off AC adapter jack Input jack for an AC adapter ANALOG OUT terminal Performs analog output of illuminance The optional accessory 9094 OUTPUT CORD is used Battery cover Removed when changing batteries Notes on Use 10 Notes on Use 11 Chapter 2 Preparing for measurement 2 1 Installing or Replacing the Batteries N A WARNING To avoid electrocution tur2. The analog output value varies by 0 1 mV as the display value varies by 1 digit When the illuminance varies if the Auto Range is selected the range may change and the full scale value may vary In this case use in the Manual Range 10 When battery power is running low the 42 indication lights Please change the batteries 11 When measuring with the detector separated form the display pull the detector slowly holding the display and pressing both ejection hooks after making sure that the POWER switch is OFF Use the 9436 CONNECTION CABLE with case option to connect the detector and the display 12 After finishing measurement attach the light sensor cap and set the POWER switch to O OFF Notes on Use 15 When the light sensor cap is not attached more than approx 1 Ix is indicated CAP is indicated Make sure that it is attached If performing the zero adjustment soon after powering on several digits may not disappear In this case perform the zero adjustment again Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter and the detector and the display with the POWER switch on Setting the POWER switch to ON soon after setting to OFF may cause malfunction In this case power on in several seconds after setting to OFF Use the backlight under low illiminance It may be difficult to find it under ordinary illuminance as the brightness is set lowest for the low consumption of
3. protruding parts Approx 310 g 10 9 oz including batteries Accessories Light sensor cap two R6P manganese batteries 9376 CARRYING CASE Instruction Manual Options 9436 CONNECTION CABLE 2 m 7 87 with case 9376 CARRYING CASE 9094 OUTPUT CORD 1 5 m 5 91 Standards Applying Safety EN61010 1 2001 Pollution Degree 2 anticipated transient overvoltage 330 V EMC EN61326 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 A3 2003 Notes on Use 20 Notes on Use 21 Chapter 5 Using this unit for legal purpose This unit is approved under Weights and Measures legislation by the Japanese Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry An official approval from the Japan Electric Meters Inspection Corporation is necessary for this unit to be used as an illuminance meter for legal purposes After the approval the unit can be used for trade and evidential purposes The approval can be issued by HIOKI After the approval a seal is affixed and the unit can be used as a legally certified illuminance meter for two years When the approval expires recalibration and a new official approval are required Notes on Use 22 Notes on Use 23 Chapter 6 Reference 6 1 Recommended Levels of Illumination Suitable levels of illuminance According to the JIS standard Z 9110 1979 Offices Level of illuminance Ix 1500 to 750 Offices designing and drawing rooms 750 to 300 Offic
4. designed to conform to 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 product Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in the manual before use We disclaim any responsibility for accidents or injuries not resulting directly from product defects This Instruction Manual provides information and warnings essential for operating this equipment in a safe manner and for maintaining it in safe operating condition Before using this equipment be sure to carefully read the following safety notes Safety Notes Safety symbols A This symbol is affixed to locations on the equipment where the operator should consult corresponding topics in this manual which are also marked with this symbol before using relevant functions of the equipment In the manual this mark indicates explanations which it is particularly important that the user read before using the equipment Indicates DC Direct Current Indicates the ON side of the power switch Indicates the OFF side of the power switch The following symbols are used in this Instruction Manual to indicate the relative importance of cautions and warnings WARNING Indicates that incorrect operation presents significant danger of accident resulting in death or serious injury to the user Indicates that incorrect operation p
5. the relative value and calculating the average of many people In the 3423 the relative spectral response characteristics are close to the comparative standards for luminosity The deviation from the comparative standards for luminosity is determined by the fs value of JIS standard C 1609 1993 Spectral luminous efficiency Relative luminous 400 500 500 700 800 Wave length nm Relative Spectral Responsivity Notes on Use 26 6 3 Angled Incident Light Characteristics It is known that the luminance is proportional to the cosine of the incident angle of light the cosine law In the 3423 the shape of the light sensor hook etc is so made that it can follow the cosine law closely e 3423 Allowable range 20 characteristics 96 Deviation from consine 0 5 7 T 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Incient angle C Angled Incident Light Characteristics Notes on Use 27 Chapter 7 Maintenance and Service 7 1 Message OF Indicates the measured value exceeds the measurement range ADJ Indicates the zero adjustment is being performed CAP Indicates that the light sensor cap must be attached to the detector during the zero adjustment 7 2 Cleaning To clean the product wipe it gently with a soft cloth moistened with water or mild detergent Never use solvents such as benzene alcohol acetone ether ketones thinners or g
6. 3423 LUX HiTESTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Contents Introduction eese 1 Inspection Safety NOLES o Ue eee een nte 2 Notes on Use mmm 5 Chapter 1 Overview 7 7 1 1 Product Overview s 7 1 2 Names and Functions of Parts 8 Chapter 2 Preparing for measurement 11 2 1 Installing or Replacing the Batteries 11 2 2 Using An Adapter 12 Chapter Measurement Procedure 13 Chapter 4 General Specifications 17 Chapter 5 Using this unit for legal purpose 21 Chapter 6 6 1 6 2 6 3 Chapter 7 7 1 7 2 7 3 Reference 23 Recommended Levels of Illumination 23 Relative Spectral Response Characteristics in the Visible Spectrum 25 Angled Incident Light Characteristics 26 Maintenance and Service 27 Message 27 Cleaning eR RR 27 Calibration and Repair 28 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this HIOKI 3423 LUX HiTESTER To get the maximum performance from the tester please read this manual first and keep this at hand Inspection When the unit is delivered check and make sure that it has not been damaged in transit In particular check the accessories panel switches and connectors If the tester is damaged or fails to operate according to the specifications contact your dealer or HIOKI representative Inspection 2 Safety Notes A WARNING This product is
7. 999 04 HIOKI 3423 LUX HiTESTER Instruction Manual Publication date September 2006 Revised edition 8 Edited and published by HIOKI E E CORPORATION Technical Sales Support Section All inquiries to Sales and Marketing International Department 81 Koizumi Ueda Nagano 386 1192 Japan TEL 81 268 28 0562 FAX 81 268 28 0568 E mail os com ghioki co jp URL http www hioki co jp Printed in Japan 3423A980 08 All reasonable care has been taken in the production of this manual but if you find any points which are unclear or in error please contact your supplier or the Sales and Marketing International Department at HIOKI headquarters In the interests of product development the contents of this manual are subject to revision without prior notice Unauthorized reproduction or copying of this manual is prohibited HIOKI HIOKI E E CORPORATION HEAD OFFICE 81 Koizumi Ueda Nagano 386 1192 Japan TEL 81 268 28 0562 FAX 81 268 28 0568 E mail os com hioki co jp URL http www hioki co jp HIOKI USA CORPORATION 6 Corporate Drive Cranbury NJ 08512 USA TEL 1 609 409 9109 FAX 1 609 409 9108 Printed on recycled paper
8. asoline as they can deform and discolor the case Wipe dirt from the detector with a dry cloth etc when it is dirty Notes on Use 28 7 3 Calibration and Repair The calibration interval for the 3423 is two years It is recommended to calibrate it every two years for accurate measurement Contact your nearest service representative If the unit is not functioning properly check the batteries If a problem is found contact your dealer or HIOKI representative Pack the unit carefully so that it will not be damaged during transport and write a detailed description of the problem HIOKI cannot bear any responsibility for damage that occurs during shipment Notes on Use HIOKI DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name E E CORPORATION Manufacturer s Address 81 Koizumi Ueda Nagano 386 1192 Japan Product Name LUX HITESTER Model Number 3423 Option 9436 CONNECTION CABLE 9094 OUTPUT CORD The above mentioned products conform to the following product specifications Safety EN61010 1 2001 EMG EN61326 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 A3 2003 Class B equipment Portable test and measurement equipment Supplementary Information The product herewith complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC but is not applicable to the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 CORPORATION 15 2006 JA TatsuyosH Yoshiike President 3423B
9. batteries Notes on Use 16 Notes on Use 17 Chapter 4 General Specifications Class Conforms to JIS C 1609 1993 general AA class Type Weights and Measure Act type approval E 11 Display LCD 3 1 2 Maximum 1999 However in the 20 000 Ix range the maximum is 19 990 and in the 200 000 Ix range the maximum is 199 900 Auto AUTO display indicator HOLD display indicator Battery consumption 3 display indicator Unit symbol Ix display indicator EL backlight function Display operation 20 200 2 000 Ix range 1 count step 20 000 Ix range 10 count steps 200 000 Ix range 100 count steps Measuring ranges 20 200 2 000 20 000 200 000 Ix Auto manual switching Overflow indication OF is displayed Accuracy 4 rdg 1 dgt 23 5 C 73 41 F Angled incident light characteristics Angle Deviation from cosine characteristics 10 1 30 2 50 6 60 7 80 25 Notes Use 18 Response time Auto range 5 seconds or less Manual range 2 seconds or less Temperature characteristics Deviation from value measured at 23 C 73 F between 10 C 50 F and 40 C 104 F 3 Humidity characteristics Deviation from value measured in an environment with a temperature and humidity of 23 C 73 F and 45 to 75 rh when the unit is left in an 85 to 95 rh environment for three hours and then is returned t
10. e LCD display Then ADJ is indicated and the zero adjustment for all ranges is performed at the same time When ADJ disappears remove the light sensor cap and put the detector where the measurement is taken When powering on AUTO is indicated in the LCD display and the Auto Range mode is selected When fixing the range press the RANGE key to select the optimum range AUTO disappears and the selected range is fixed Then the wider measurement range is selected by pressing the RANGE key The 20 Ix range is selected after 200 000 Ix range Press the RANGE key for more than one second to change the Manual Range to the Auto Range OF is indicated when the measured value exceeds the measurement range Take the reading When it is stable Notes on Use 14 7 Press the HOLD key to hold the reading Press it again to release holding The analog output is not held The range switching and zero adjustment is impossible when holding 8 Press the LIGHT key for more than one second to turn on the backlight The reading is held automatically when it lights The backlight lights for approx eight seconds and then goes out automatically Holding is not released after the backlight goes out If you press the LIGHT key again within eight seconds the backlight goes out and holding is released 9 When using the analog output connect the ANALOG OUT terminal and the recorder etc with the 9094 OUTPUT CORD option
11. ely water or dust proof To avoid damage do not use it in a wet or dusty environment Do not store or use the product where it could be exposed to high temperature or humidity or condensation Under such conditions the product may be damaged and insulation may deteriorate so that it no longer meets specifications Do not use the product where it may be exposed to corrosive or combustible gases The product may be damaged To avoid damage to the product protect it from vibration or shock during transport and handling and be especially careful to avoid dropping Notes on Use 6 When taking measurements from ordinary lighting fixtures the display will sometimes roll and be hard to read This is generally due to fluctuations in the line voltage to the fixture or shadows caused by people in the area etc Please note this in measuring This instrument is equipped with a backlight in the display for measuring under the low illuminance The brightness is set lowest for the low consumption of the batteries It also goes out automatically in approx eight seconds after it is turned on in order to prevent the effect of backlight on the illuminance The reference level as marked on the faceplate is the tip of the light sensor The indicator appears when battery voltage becomes low Replace the batteries as soon as possible Do not take this instrument apart or subject it to any shock or impact Notes
12. es conference rooms and computer rooms 300 to 100 Workrooms corridors stairways and restrooms 75 to 30 Indoor emergency stairways Notes on Use 24 Factories Level of illuminance Ix 3000 to 1500 1500 to 750 750 to 300 300 to 150 75 to 30 Schools Level of illuminance 1 1500 to 300 750 to 200 300 to 75 75 to 30 10 to 2 Where such work as assembling inspecting testing selecting and extremely precision visual work Assembling inspecting testing selecting and precision visual work Assembling inspecting testing selecting and visual ordinary work Wrapping and packing Indoor emergency stairways Precision drawing or drafting precision experimenting library reading rooms and precision handicraft Classrooms library reading rooms experiment demonstration rooms staff rooms and gymnasia Lecture halls assembly rooms locker rooms corridors stairways and restrooms Warehouses and emergency stairways School passages for night Notes on Use 25 6 2 Relative Spectral Response Characteristics in the Visible Spectrum Human perception of brightness ranges from 360 nm to 830 nm in the wavelength and is the maximum at 555 nm The International Commission on Illumination CIE has established comparative standards for luminosity setting the maximum perception for 1 and indicating the amount of perception of each wavelength by
13. n off the power switch and disconnect the AC adapter cord before removing the lithium battery After replacing the batteries replace the cover and screws before using the product Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries Also be careful to observe battery polarity during installation Otherwise poor performance or damage from battery leakage could result To avoid the possibility of explosion do not short circuit disassemble or incinerate batteries Handle and dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations Notes on Use 12 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Installing or replace with all two new batteries 3 Fit cover properly Collation number Measurement procedure Measurement range Notes on batteries Production year Serial number 2 2 Using An Adapter A WARNING Use an AC adapter that conforms to IEC 950 standards in respect to safety is rated for 6 V 300 mA with 10 stability has 5 mm dia terminals and has a center pin with negative polarity To avoid electrical hazards and damage to the product do not apply voltage outside of this range An AC adapter can be used Notes on Use 13 Chapter 3 Measurement Procedure 1 3 4 5 6 Attach the supplied light sensor cap to the detector and set the POWER switch to ON Press the 0 ADJ key if any digits appear in th
14. o the original environment 3 Relative spectral response characteristics in the visible spectrum Deviation from spectral luminous efficiency 8 or less Response characteristics in ultraviolet and infrared spectrums Response to ultraviolet and infrared radiation less than 1 Fatique Change in value one minute and ten characteristics minutes after light strikes sensor 1 Characteristics Deviation in value when subjected to regarding intermittent light intermittent light for 1 2 cycle at a frequency of 100 Hz or 120 Hz 2 Receptor element Silicon photodiode Operating temperature and humidity range 10 to 40 C 50 to 104 F 80 RH or less no condensation Storage temperature and humidity range 10 C to 50 C 50 to 122 F 80 RH or less no condensation Notes on Use 19 Operating temperature and humidity for guaranteed accuracy Guaranteed accuracy period 23 C 5 C 73 F 9 F 80 RH or less For 2 years Analog output 200 mVDC f s 2 5 f s versus the display value Power supply Rated supply voltage 1 5 VDC X2 two R6P manganese batteries or two LR6 alkaline batteries Maximum rated power 600 mVA Continuous operating time Approx 25 hours Effect of radiated radio frequency electromagnetic field 120 dgt at 3 V m Dimensions and mass Approx 74WX170HX30D mm 2 91 W X6 69 HX1 19 D excluding
15. on Use N Chapter 1 Overview 1 1 Product Overview The 3423 is suited for a wide range of applications involving illumination equipment lighting work and facility management The instrument has five measurement ranges 20 Ix to 200 000 Ix so it can measure the wide range of illuminance It can measure with the detector separated from the display and has a large LCD easy to read in the display for user s convenience Moreover the backlight allows to take readings easily under the low illuminance The display is held when the backlight tums on and the backlighting has no effect on the measurement By using the silicon diode and optical filter in the detector the visual perception is corrected so that the perception of colors is close to human perception The instrument has a microcomputer and can perform the auto range one touch zero adjustment of analog output An AC adapter is also available as well as batteries and useful for long time measurement Notes on Use 1 2 Names and Functions of Parts Detector Light sensor Display L Reference level ET indication RANGE key HOLD key LIGHT key Ejection hook C0 0 Light sensor E POWER switch AC adapter jack cap LCD display ANALOG OUT 0 ADJ key terminal Battery cover The 3423 consists of detector part and display part They can be separated using the optional accessory 9436
16. resents possibility of injury to the user or damage to the equipment Denotes items of advice related to performance of the equipment or to its correct operation Safety Notes Accuracy f s rdg dot The specifications in this manual include figures for measurement accuracy when referring to digital measuring instruments and for measurement tolerance when referring to analog instruments maximum display or scale value or length of scale Signifies the maximum display scale value or the length of the scale in cases where the scale consists of unequal increments or where the maximum value cannot be defined In general this is the range value the value written on the range selector or equivalent currently in use displayed or indicated value This signifies the value actually being measured i e the value that is currently indicated or displayed by the measuring instrument resolution Signifies the smallest display unit on a digital measuring instrument i e the value displayed when the last digit on the digital display is 1 Safety Notes Notes on Use N The detector and display of this unit can be separated In order to prevent damage to this unit always power off before separating or putting together To avoid damage to the unit do not short the ANALOG OUT terminal and do not input voltage to the ANALOG OUT terminal This product is not designed to be entir
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