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Rion VA-11 - User Manual

Rion VA-11
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VIBRATION ANALYZER
VA-11
3-20-41 Higashimotomachi, Kokubunji, Tokyo 185-8533, Japan
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Rion VA-11 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range20 Hz to 8 kHz
Microphone1/2 inch electret condenser microphone
Measurement Range (Sound)30 dB to 130 dB
Time WeightingFast, Slow
InterfaceUSB
Measurement FunctionsSound Level
WeightingA, C
DisplayLCD
Data LoggingYes
StandardsIEC 61672-1
TypeSound Level Meter
OutputUSB

Summary

Outline

Controls and Features

Front Panel

Describes controls and display elements on the front of the unit.

Carrying strap

Instructions on how to use the provided strap for carrying the unit.

Side Panel

Details ports and switches located on the side of the VA-11.

Top Panel

Explains connectors and controls on the top surface of the unit.

Bottom Panel

Identifies the battery compartment location and its contents.

Preparations

Power Supply

Instructions on inserting batteries and connecting AC adapter for power.

Connecting the Accelerometer PV-55

Guide on how to attach the accelerometer to the main unit.

Trigger Input

Information on using external trigger signals for measurement control.

Printer and Computer Connections

Details on connecting external devices like printers and computers via RS-232C.

Setting the Date and Time

Procedure for configuring the internal calendar and clock settings.

Using the shoulder belt

Guidance on utilizing the shoulder belt for convenient carrying.

Display Explanation

Display Layout

Overview of information categories shown on the unit's display screen.

Measurement Screens

Details and examples of various measurement display modes (Vibration meter, Spectrum, Time waveform).

Menu Screens

Explanation of the MAIN MENU and its sub-menus for parameter configuration.

Menu Operation on Measurement Screen

How to adjust measurement parameters directly from the measurement screen.

Trigger Functions

Trigger source

Configuration options for external signals or input levels to trigger measurements.

Input level

Setting the trigger level and slope for waveform-based triggering.

Pre-trigger and post-trigger functions

Understanding how to capture data before or after a trigger event.

Processing Principles

Processing operation

Explanation of when measurement processing begins and what parameters affect it.

Linear averaging, peak hold

Principles of averaging and peak hold processing methods.

Instantaneous value, exponential averaging

Details on instantaneous value and exponential averaging techniques.

FFT processing cycle (1 frame processing time)

How FFT processing time is affected by zoom settings.

Mass Memory

Information on the unit's internal memory for storing results.

Data store

Explanation of manual and transient data storing methods.

Measurement

Use As a Vibration Meter

Step-by-step guide for using the unit as a vibration meter.

Use As a Spectrum Analyzer

Instructions for operating the VA-11 as a spectrum analyzer.

Spectrum List Display

How to view the top ten data levels from the spectrum graph.

Time Waveform Display

Explanation of how to display and interpret time waveform data.

Cursor Control

How to use the cursor to analyze data on spectrum and waveform displays.

Recall Mode

Activating the recall screen

Steps to enter the mode for viewing stored measurement data.

Changing the memory address

How to navigate through stored data by changing the memory address.

Recalling Transient Store Data

How to recall and view transiently stored waveform and spectrum data.

Time waveform re-analysis function

Ability to re-analyze previously stored time waveform data.

Recalling Manual Store Data

How to recall and view manually stored measurement data.

Frequency Zoom Display Examples

Visual examples of how frequency zoom affects display.

Y Axis Zoom Display Examples

Visual examples of how Y-axis zoom affects display.

Printing

Compact Flash Card

Inserting a Card

Instructions for correctly inserting a compact flash card into the unit.

Writing mass memory data

Process of saving internal memory data to a compact flash card.

Displaying the mass memory data directory of a card

How to view the list of files and their dates on the flash card.

Direct Card Write Function

How to write data directly to the card during measurement.

Deleting data from a card (mass memory data)

How to delete data in block units from the flash card via the unit.

Formatting a card

Procedure for formatting a compact flash card for use with the unit.

Default Settings

Default Settings: UNIT, TRIGGER, MEMORY, PCMCIA

Lists default settings for core configuration menus.

Default Settings: INPUT, SPECTRUM, SETUP MEM, OTHERS, CALENDAR

Lists default settings for additional configuration menus.

Specifications

Input and Measurement Details

Covers input channels, connectors, measurement quantities, units, ranges, and frequency.

Filter Specifications

Specifications for pre-stage and acceleration envelope filters.

Operation Modes Specifications

Technical specs for Vibration Meter and Analyzer modes.

Interface and Connectivity

Details on RS-232-C interface, printer output, and external trigger.

Operating Environment and Power

Requirements for temperature, humidity, and power supply.

Physical Characteristics

Physical dimensions and weight of the vibration analyzer unit.

Accessories

Lists of supplied and optional accessories for the VA-11.

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