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Holaday Industries HI-3604 User Manual

Holaday Industries HI-3604
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HI-3604
ELF Survey Meter
User's Manual
Copyright
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1992 Holaday Ind. Inc.
Manual #600043B 6/97 $12.50
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Holaday Industries HI-3604 Specifications

General IconGeneral
UnitsV/m
Accuracy±1 dB
Power Supply9V battery
Operating Temperature-10°C to +50°C
DisplayLCD

Summary

Revision Record

Revision History

Details of manual revisions, including release and updates.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Period

Specifies the one-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.

Warranty Service and Return Process

Outlines the procedure for obtaining warranty repairs and returning the instrument.

High Voltage Safety Warning

Advises caution when working near high voltage or current circuits.

HI-3604 Description

System Overview and Purpose

Introduces the ELF Survey Meter system for evaluating electric and magnetic fields.

Key Features and Technologies

Highlights datalogging, waveform output, auto-ranging, and dual sensors.

Electric Field Sensing Mechanism

Explains the use of a displacement current sensor for electric fields.

Magnetic Field Sensing Mechanism

Describes the coil sensor and electronic compensation for magnetic fields.

True RMS Measurement

Details the True RMS detector for accurate complex waveform measurements.

HI-3604 Specifications

Sensor and Coil Specifications

Details the electric and magnetic field sensors used in the instrument.

Measurement Sensitivity and Range

Provides the sensitivity and measurement ranges for electric and magnetic fields.

Core Instrument Features

Lists key features like auto-ranging, max-hold, and front panel controls.

Amplitude and Polarization Response

Describes the instrument's response to waveform amplitude and field polarization.

Power Source and Output Options

Details battery requirements and available output signals.

Frequency Response Graphs

Shows frequency response plots for magnetic and electric fields.

Calibration and Accuracy Basis

Explains how instrument accuracy is derived from field calibration.

Units of Measurement and Conversions

Information on programmable units and magnetic field unit conversions.

HI-3604 Operation

Instrument Handling and Startup

Guidance on handling the sensor and starting up the instrument.

Display and Bargraph Functionality

Explains the LCD display, bargraph, and digital filtering features.

Electric vs. Magnetic Field Modes

Describes how to switch between E and H field measurement modes.

Keypad Control Functions

Details the functions of the main keypads like SCALE, MAX, E/H, MODE SELECT.

Data Logging and Memory Management

Explains LOG, PREV, NEXT, CLEAR DATA, and DISP functions for data logging.

Understanding Range Indicators

Information on BarGraph range indicators like 'Below Range' and 'Over Range'.

Power Frequency Fields Analysis

Field Evaluation Near Power Lines

Discusses using the HI-3604 to evaluate fields around power transmission lines.

Field Generation and Spatial Patterns

Explains how power lines generate fields and their complex spatial distributions.

Impact of Human Body on Measurements

Describes how the human body can affect electric field measurement accuracy.

Example Applications and Techniques

Electric Field Measurement Procedure

Provides detailed steps for measuring electric field strength, including positioning.

Achieving Accurate Unperturbed Readings

Explains body proximity effects and the importance of free space values.

Optimal Sensor Orientation for Measurements

Illustrates correct and incorrect sensor orientation for different field types.

Waveform Analysis Techniques

Details how to use the waveform output to observe field signal shapes.

Frequency Measurement Using External Counter

Explains connecting a frequency counter to measure field frequency.

Maintenance and Care

Battery Replacement Guide

Step-by-step guide for replacing the instrument's batteries.

Using the HI-3616 Remote Control

Remote Measurement Advantages

Explains why and how to use the remote control for isolated measurements.

Remote Control Setup and Operation

Details turn-on procedure, communication, and fiber optic cable care.

Recorder Output for Data Logging

Describes the use of the 3.5mm jack for recording field values.