MODEL 3567A

Digital MΩ Tester

Instruction Manual

I-01875

TSURUGA ELECTRIC CORPORATION

 Contents

Page Page
1. Preface························································ 1 4. Test procedures ············································· 17
1.1 ●Preparations prior to use ··························· 1 4.1 ●AUTO/CONTINUE mode ························ 17
1.1.1 Unpacking ······································ 1 4.1.1 AUTO operation······························· 17
1.1.2 Storage ·········································· 1 4.1.2 CONTINUE operation ························ 18
1.2 ●Confirmation prior to use ·························· 1 4.1.3 Setting method································· 19
1.2.1 Power supply ··································· 1 4.2 ●REMOTE/MANUAL mode ······················· 20
1.2.2 Power supply cable ···························· 1 4.2.1 Manual operation······························ 20
1.2.3 Replacement of fuse ··························· 2 4.2.2 Remote1 operation (REMOTE1) ············ 20
2. Name of parts ················································ 3 4.2.3 Remote2 operation (REMOTE2) ············ 20
2.1 ●Front panel··········································· 3 4.2.4 Selection of remote operation ················ 21
2.2 ●Rear panel ··········································· 5 4.3 ●Automatic discharge function ····················· 21
3. Operation····················································· 6 5. Remote control ·············································· 22
3.1 ●Power supply ········································ 6 5.1 ●Remote connector ·································· 22
3.2 ●Connection of measuring leads ···················· 6 5.1.1 Pin operation··································· 22
3.2.1 Line probe (option) ···························· 6 5.1.2 Remote operation of memory ················ 23
3.2.2 Switch-provided probe (option) ·············· 7 5.1.3 Timing chart of remote control ·············· 24
3.3 ●Key-lock ············································· 7 5.2 ●Remote control (input and output terminal blocks)
3.4 ●Program memory ··································· 8 ························································· 26
3.4.1 Selection of program memory ················ 8 6. Error display ················································ 27
3.4.2 Register and change of program memory ··· 8 7. Use in panel-mount ········································· 28
3.5 ●Change of measuring range ························ 9 7.1 ●Assembly drawing ································· 28
3.5.1 Selection of test voltage ······················· 9 7.2 ●External dimensions when fitted with panel-mount
3.5.2 Selection of resistance range·················· 9 bracket ··············································· 28
3.5.3 Change-over range in auto-range············ 10 8. Maintenance················································· 29
3.6 ●Comparator action ································· 11 8.1 ●Cleaning············································· 29
3.6.1 Conditions of comparison ···················· 11 8.2 ●Failure symptom ··································· 29
3.6.2 Comparator output ···························· 11 9. Specifications ··············································· 30
3.6.3 Adjustable range ······························ 11 9.1 ●Model name········································· 30
3.6.4 Setting method ································ 12 9.2 ●Measuring range and accuracy ···················· 30
3.7 ●Buzzer··············································· 13 9.3 ●General specifications ····························· 31
3.7.1 Setting method ································ 13 9.4 ●Table of initial setting (at delivery from factory) 32
3.8 ●Mask timer·········································· 14 9.5 ●External dimensions ······························· 32
3.8.1 Setting method ································ 14 9.6 ●Option ··············································· 32
3.9 ●Timer ················································ 15
3.9.1 Setting method ································ 15
3.10 ●Setting of over-range ······························ 16
3.10.1 Setting method ······························· 16
1. Preface

We thank you for your purchase of our MODEL 3567A. For safety and proper use of this product,
please carefully read this instruction manual before the initial operation.

 CAUTION
● To avoid break-down, malfunction or deterioration of life of the product, do
not use it in such places where:
◆ exposed to rain, water drops or direct sunlight.
◆ high temperature or humidity, heavy dust or corrosive gas.
◆ affected by external noise, radio waves or static electricity.
◆ where there is constant vibration or shock.
● Do not use the product dismantling or modifying it.

1.1 ●Preparations prior to use

1.1.1 Unpacking
When the tester is delivered, please check whether it conforms to the required specifications
and has not been damaged in transit. If there is any damage on the tester or it does nor work
in conformity with the specifications, please inform us of the model and product name.

1.1.2 Storage
In case of storing the tester for a long time, store it at the place of low humidity and where it is
not exposed to the direct sunlight.

1.2 ●Confirmation prior to use

1.2.1 Power supply

Use the tester with the power source voltage within 90~250VAC and the frequency 50/60Hz.
When connecting the power supply cable, confirm that the power supply switch is turned OFF.

1.2.2 Power supply cable

The plug of power supply cable connected to the tester is for 100VAC use. When the tester is
used with 200VAC, replace the plug with appropriate one for 200VAC use. Please connect
the power supply cable to the power supply connector on the real panel of the tester. The
plug of power supply cable has 3 pins and the round shape pin in the center is for grounding.
When connecting the tester to the receptacle with an adapter attached to the plug, be sure to
connect the earth wire of the adapter to the external earth line for grounding.

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 1.2.3 Replacement of fuse
A fuse of 250V/2A for the power source is mounted at the delivery from factory. A socket of
the fuse is incorporated in the input connector of the power supply line. In advance to
connecting the power supply cable, confirm the rate of the fuse, removing the cap of fuse
holder and taking the fuse out. In total two fuses, including a spare one, are put inside the
fuse cap. The fuse on this side (spare fuse) can be removed by pushing it toward right or left,
and the fuse another side downward.

Input connector for

power soutce line Spare fuse

Remove the cap with screwdriver or else.

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2. Name of parts
2.1 ●Front panel

1 15 17 16 19 20

ＧＵＡＲＤ ＥＡＲＴＨ
ＴＥＳＴ ＨＩＧＨ ＧＯＯＤ ＬＯＷ ２５Ｖ ２ＭΩ ＨＩＧＨ
５０Ｖ ２０ＭΩ 21
１００Ｖ ２００ＭΩ ＭΩ
ＬＯＷ
２５０Ｖ ２０００ＭΩ
５００Ｖ ＡＵＴＯ
22
ＭΩ ＭΩ
ＬＩＮＥ １０００Ｖ
ＲＥＭＯＴＥ ＡＵＴＯ ＭＡＳＫ ＴＩＭＥＲ ＢＵＺＺ ＳＨＩＦＴ ＯＮＬＩＮＥ ＬＯＣＫ ＣＯＭＰ ▲ ＲＣＬ

ＳＨＩＦＴ ＳＥＴ ＬＯＣＫ ＶＯＬＴ

▲

▲
ＳＴＯＰ ＳＴＡＲＴ ＥＮＴＥＲ

ＭＯＤＥＬ３５６７Ａ ＯＮＬＩＮＥ ＲＡＮＧＥ

2 18 4 3 12 13 14 5 9 8 11

6 7 10

① Measuring terminals EARTH : ＋ measuring terminal.

When the sample to be measured is ground, it is to be
connected to the grounded side of the sample.
LINE : － measuring terminal.
To be connected to the non-grounded side of the sample.
GUARD : The terminal to guard the leak current of LINE.

② REMOTE 2 input The input to control ON/OFF of the measuring voltage.

It is operable with use of the switch-provided probe (option).
③ START key Key to start a test.
④ STOP key Key to finish the test.
⑤ VOLT key Key to select the test voltage 25V~1000V.
( RANGE ) key (Key to select the insulation resistance range 2MΩ~2000MΩ, AUTO.)

⑥ COMP key Key to set a high and low limit of the comparator.
⑦ ▲ key Key used for various setting.
⑧ ▼ key Key used for various setting.

⑨  key Key used for various setting.

⑩ RCL key Key used to call up a memory.

⑪ ENTER key Key used to decide the content of the setting.

⑫ SHIFT key Key to change (ONLINE, RANGE, REMOTE).

⑬ SET key Key used for various setting.

⑭ LOCK key Key to prohibit the operation on the front panel. Prohibition or reset
can be done by pressing the key for 3 seconds or more.
( ONLINE ) key (On-line key for RS-485, RS-232C.)

⑮ TEST lamp Lit up during the test. Blinks during the discharging.

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 ⑯ Judgement lamp HIGH : Red lamp is lit up when the measured value exceeds the
high limit value.
GOOD : Green lamp is lit up with a good judgement.
LOW : Red lamp is lit up when the measured value exceeds the
low limit value.

⑰ Display section Measured value, characters etc. are displayed.

⑱ REMOTE lamp Blinks at setting, and the green lamp is lit up with the remote action.
AUTO lamp Blinks at setting, and the green lamp is lit up with the auto action.
MASK lamp Blinks at setting, and the green lamp is lit up when the mask timer is in
operation.
TIMER lamp Blinks at setting, and the green lamp is lit up when the timer is working.
BUZZ lamp Blinks at setting, and the green lamp is lit up.
SHIFT lamp Green lamp is lit up when the SHIFT is effective.
ONLINE lamp Green lamp is lit up during the remote operation.
LOCK lamp Green lamp is lit up when key-locked.

⑲ Test voltage lamp Green lamp of the test voltage range is lit up.
⑳ Resistance range lamp Green lamp of the resistance range is lit up.
AUTO lamp
Green lamp is lit up when the auto range is selected.

 HIGH display section Displays the high limit value of the comparator.
Data to set or characters are displayed during the setting.
 LOW display section Displays the low limit value of the comparator.
Data to set or characters are displayed during the setting.

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2.2 ●Rear panel

24 28 23

ＥＡＲＴＨ

ＬＩＮＥ

ＧＵＡＲＤ

25 26 27

 Rear measuring terminals EARTH : Common with the measuring terminals (EARTH) on the
front panel.
LINE : Common with the measuring terminal (LINE) on the front
panel.
GUARD : Common with the measuring terminal (GUARD) on the
front panel.
For connection to the rear terminals, use the banana plug or
Y-shape crimping ter minal.
 Power supply connector Connector to connect the attached power supply cable. Be sure to
use the tester with the specified power source voltage and frequency.
A fuse of 250V 2A must be used.

 Power source switch ON/OFF switch of the power supply.

 REMOTE connector Connector for the remote control.
 Input and output
terminal blocks Terminals for input of start and reset, and for comparator output.
 Insert of interface board Part to fit an optional interface board.

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3. Operation
3.1 ●Power supply

After confirming that the power source switch on the rear panel is turned OFF,
connect the power supply plug into the receptacle and turn ON the power supply
switch. The tester promptly enters into operable condition but it is
recommended to have a pre-heating time for 30 minutes or more. The tester is
provided with the function to retain the parameters, so it stores the status of the
following parameters even if the power supply is turned OFF.
(1) 10 sets of program memory
● Setting of comparator and test conditions etc.
OFF side ON side
Refer to the article 3.4 for detail.
(2) Key-lock.
(3) REMOTE/MANUAL

3.2 ●Connection of measuring leads

3.2.1 Line probe (option)

GUARD EARTH
T EST HIGH GOOD LOW 25 V 2 MΩ HIGH
50 V 2 0M Ω
10 0V 2 00M Ω MΩ
LOW
25 0V 2 000 MΩ
MΩ 50 0V A UTO MΩ
L INE 10 00V
REMOTE AUTO MASK TIMER BUZZ SHIFT ONLINE LOCK COMP ▲ RCL

SHIFT SET LOCK VOLT

STOP START  ▼ ENTER

MODEL 3567A ONLINE RANGE

ラインプローブ

アースプローブ

(1) Insert the plug of the earth probe to the EARTH terminal (red color) and the
plug of line probe to the LINE terminal (black color). By having the probe
to touch the sample to be measured, the insulation resistance is displayed.
(2) In case that the insulation resistance of the sample which is grounded is
measured, measure it by connecting the grounded side to the EARTH
terminal.
(3) GUARD terminal (gray) is used when the variation of display value is big
due to the leak current or inductive current.
(4) The measuring terminals on the front and rear panel are connected inside the
tester. Consequently, use either one of the measuring terminals. It is not
allowed to use the measuring terminals on both sides.

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 3.2.2 Switch-provided probe (option)

GUARD EARTH
TE ST HIGH GOO D LOW 25V 2M Ω HIGH
50V 20M Ω
MΩ
100V 200MΩ
LOW
250V 2000MΩ
500V AUTO MΩ
MΩ
1000V
REMOTE AUTO MASK TIMER BUZZ SHIFT ONLINE LOCK COMP ▲ RCL

SHIFT SET LOCK VOLT

STO P STA RT  ▼ ENTER

MODEL 3 567A ONLINE RANGE

アースプローブ

スイッチ付きプローブ

Remote operation of the test can be done with the switch provided on the probe.
Insert the earth probe to the EARTH terminal (red color), and the plug of the
switch-provided probe to the LINE terminal (black color).

3.3 ●Key-lock

The key-lock is the switch to prohibit the key operation on the front panel so that the
measuring condition is not carelessly changed by the front panel keys.
The START and STOP keys and the switch of the switch-provided probe are
excluded from this prohibition.
During the key-lock, the LOCK lamp is lit up. When operating the other switch during
the key-lock, do it after releasing the key-lock.

GU ARD EAR TH
TEST HIGH GO OD LO W 25V 2MΩ HIGH
50V 20MΩ
100V 200MΩ MΩ
LOW
250V 2000MΩ

MΩ 500V AUTO MΩ
L INE 1000V

LOCK

MOD EL 3 567A

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2

How to key-lock
① While the LOCK lamp is turned off, press LOCK key for 3 seconds or more.
The LOCK lamp blinks and is then lit up.

Reset of key-lock
① While the LOCK lamp is lit up, press LOCK key for 3 seconds or more.
The LOCK lamp blinks and is then turned off.

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 3.4 ●Program memory

This tester is provided with a 10 sets of program memory which memorizes the
comparator and test conditions etc.
What can be memorized in the memory are the following 3 items and 8 kinds.
● AUTO/CONTINUE mode

● Comparator setting (high and low limit value, timer, mask timer and buzzer)

● Measuring range (test voltage and resistance range)

Note: ● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.

● No setting is possible in the memory mode with the MEM signal by the

REMOTE connector.
● Comparator output is held during the setting.

● When no key operation is made for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester

returns to the measuring mode.

● No setting is possible during the test operation.

3.4.1 Selection of program memory

●On the front panel

GU ARD EAR TH
TE ST HIGH GOO D LO W 25V 2MΩ HIGH
50V 20 MΩ
100V 20 0MΩ MΩ
LOW
250V 20 00MΩ
MΩ 500V AU TO MΩ
L INE 1000V
REMOTE AUTO MASK TIMER BUZZ SHIFT ONLINE LOCK RCL

1 2
ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

Call up
① In ready status, press RCL key.
The current memory number is displayed in blinking on the display section.
② Press continuously the RCL key to select and call up the memory number.

Finish of call up
③ Press ENTER key.
Return to the measurement.
●Method by remote operation

Refer to the article 5.1 Remote Connector for the detail.

3.4.2 Register and change of program memory

●How to register

After selecting the memory number to memorize (refer to the article 3.4.1), make a
setting of various conditions.

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3.5 ●Change of measuring range

3.5.1 Selection of test voltage

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GOO D LOW 25V HIGH
50V
100V MΩ
LOW
250V
MΩ 500V MΩ
L INE 1000V
▲

VOLT
▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3

① In ready status, press VOLT key.

The current memory number is displayed on the display section, and on the HIGH
display section  is displayed.
The voltage lamp being set blinks.
② Select a test voltage with ▲ and ▼ key.
③ Press ENTER key to memorize and finish.
Note: In case that the resistance range is out of the measuring range, the range is
automatically set to the tolerable one at the end of the setting.

3.5.2 Selection of resistance range

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W 2MΩ HIGH
20 MΩ
20 0MΩ MΩ
LOW
20 00MΩ
MΩ AU TO MΩ
L INE
▲

SHIFT
▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A RANGE

1 2 3

① In ready status, press SHIFT key, and in the condition that the SHIFT lamp is lit up,
press ( RANGE ) key.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section, and on the HIGH
display section  is displayed.
The lamp of resistance range being set blinks.
② Select a resistance range with ▲ and ▼ key.
③ Press ENTER key to memorize and finish.

○Measuring range of resistance range

Test voltage Resistance range Range of measurement display
2.000MΩ 0.000～4.990 Note1
DC25V
20.00MΩ 1.79～49.90 Note2
DC50V
200.0MΩ 17.9～999.0 Note3
2.000MΩ 0.000～4.990 Note1
DC100V 20.00MΩ 1.79～49.90 Note2
DC250V 200.0MΩ 17.9～499.0 Note2
2000MΩ 179～9990 Note3
20.00MΩ 0.00～49.90 Note1
DC500V
200.0MΩ 17.9～499.0 Note2
DC1000V
2000MΩ 179～9990 Note3
Note1, 2： When exceeded the 4990 count,  is displayed.
Note2, 3： When the count is less than 179,  is displayed.
Note3： When exceeded the 9990 count,  is displayed.

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 3.5.3 Change-over range in auto-range

1000V/500V 250V/100V 50V/25V

Range DOWN UP Range DOWN UP Range DOWN UP
2000MΩ 9990 9990 2000MΩ 9990 9990 200MΩ 999.0 999.0
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
180 200 180 200 18.0 20.0
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
200MΩ 179.9 199.9 200MΩ 179.9 199.9 20MΩ 17.99 19.99
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
18.0 20.0 18.0 20.0 1.80 2.00
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
20MΩ 17.99 19.99 20MΩ 17.99 19.99 2MΩ 1.799 1.999
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
1.80 2.00 1.80 2.00 0.180 0.200
↓ ↑ ↓ ↑ ↓ ↑
0.00 0.00 2MΩ 1.799 1.999 0.000 0.000
↓ ↑
0.180 0.200
↓ ↑
0.000 0.000

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3.6 ●Comparator action

It is the digital comparator to compare the displayed value and high or low limit value.
The 10 sets of the memory (No.1~No.10), each set of which contains a high and a low
limit value, can be memorized.
● Memory can be selected by the REMOTE connector.

● It can also be selected by the RS-232C or RS-485 interface.

3.6.1 Conditions of comparison

Displayed value ≧ High limit value (HIGH) HIGH (HI) output

High limit value ＞ Displayed value ＞ Low limit value (LOW ) GOOD (GO) output
Displayed value ≦ Low limit value (LOW ) LOW (LO) output
At over-range display () HIGH (HI) output
At under-range display () LOW (LO) output

3.6.2 Comparator output

An open collector output or relay contact output is output at the input/output terminal
blocks on the rear panel of the tester (refer to the article 5.1).

Display・・・・ HIGH, LOW : Red color, GOOD: Green color

3.6.3 Adjustable range

The comparator can be set in the range of 0000~9999 but the displayable range for the
measured value is restricted depending upon the measurement range.
Even if the comparator is set out of the displayable range, the comparator action is made
to the measured value.
But, In case of over display (), it makes HIGH judgement.
In case of under display (), it makes LOW judgement.

Range of measurement Comparator

Test voltage Resistance range
display setting range
2.000MΩ 0.000～4.990 0.000～9.999
DC25V 20.00MΩ 1.79～49.90 1.79～99.99
DC50V 200.0MΩ 17.9～999.0 17.9～999.9
Auto range 0.000～999.0 0.000～999.9
2.000MΩ 0.000～4.990 0.000～9.999
20.00MΩ 1.79～49.90 1.79～99.99
DC100V
200.0MΩ 17.9～499.0 17.9～999.9
DC250V
2000MΩ 179～9990 179～9999
Auto range 0.000～9990 0.000～9999
20.00MΩ 0.00～49.90 0.00～99.99
DC500V 200.0MΩ 17.9～499.0 17.9～999.9
DC1000V 2000MΩ 179～9990 179～9999
Auto range 0.00～9990 0.00～9999

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 3.6.4 Setting method

During the ONLINE, no setting is possible by the interface such as BCD date output etc.
High limit value : 0000~9999 and the high limit action are prohibited (OFF).
Low limit value : 0000~9999 and the low limit action are prohibited (OFF).
Decimal point is set by the selection of resistance range.
In case of auto range, the selection is made by RANGE key.
● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to

the measuring mode.

Note: The content of the setting having been changed becomes effective from the next
test result.

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W 25V 2MΩ HIGH
50V 20 MΩ
100V 20 0MΩ MΩ
LOW
250V 20 00MΩ

MΩ 500V AU TO MΩ
L INE 1000V
COMP ▲

 ▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A RANGE

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3 4

Enter the comparator setting

① In ready status, press COMP key.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section.

Setting of high limit value

② The highest digit of HIGH display blinks.
Set a numeral with the  , ▲ and ▼ key.
The digit selected by  key blinks.
● To prohibit the high limit action, select the OFF display with the ▲ and ▼ key,
while the highest digit is in blinking.

Setting of low limit value

③ Press COMP key.
The highest digit of LOW display blinks.
④ Set a numeral with the  , ▲ and ▼ key.
The digit selected by  key blinks.
● To prohibit the low limit action, select the OFF display with the ▲ and ▼ key,
while the highest digit is in blinking.

Selection of decimal point in case of auto range

⑤ Every time the RANGE key is pressed, the decimal point changes.
(The decimal point is common for HIGH and LOW.)

Finish of the setting

⑥ Press ENTER key, then the settings are memorized and the setting finishes.

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3.7 ●Buzzer

The buzzer is sounded according to the judgement result of comparator. The buzzer
sounding can be selected from among the following 3 types, and the sound volume is
adjustable in 9 steps.
GOOD buzzer () : Buzzer sounds at GOOD output.
NG buzzer () : Buzzer sounds at HIGH and LOW output.
OFF () : Buzzer does not sound.
● The comparator output is held during the setting of buzzer.

● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.

● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to

the measuring mode.

Note:The content of the setting having been changed becomes effective from the next test
result.

3.7.1 Setting method

GU ARD EAR TH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W HIGH

MΩ
LOW

MΩ MΩ
L INE
BUZZ ▲

SET
 ▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3 4

Setting of buzzer
① In ready status, press SET key and select the blinking of BUZZ lamp.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section,  is displayed on
the HIGH display section, and on the LOW display section the selected status is
displayed.

Selection of buzzer action

② Select a buzzer action with the  key.

Display Name Action

 □ GOOD buzzer Buzzer sounds at GOOD output.
 □ NG buzzer Buzzer sounds at HIGH and LOW output.
 OFF Buzzer does not sound.
※ □: Buzzer sound level 1~9.

Adjustment of buzzer sound level

③ Adjust the sound level properly with the ▲ and ▼ key.
It is adjustable when the  or  is displayed.

Finish
④ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

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 3.8 ●Mask timer

Mask timer is the timer to temporarily prohibit the action of comparator, and it functions
in AUTO operation mode. When the mask timer is in operation, MASK lamp is lit up.
This timer is used when the waiting time is necessary for the measurement of such a test
sample having a delay as capacitor.
● The comparator output is held during the setting.

● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.

● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to

the measuring mode.

3.8.1 Setting method

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W HIGH

MΩ
LOW

MΩ MΩ
L INE
MASK ▲

SET

STO P STA RT  ▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3

Enter the setting of mask timer

① In ready status, press SET key and select the blinking of MASK lamp.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section,  is displayed on
the HIGH display section, and on the LOW display section the mask timer time is
displayed.

Change of mask timer time

② Select a digit to change with the  key.
Change a numeral with the ▲ and ▼ key.
● To OFF (prohibit the low limit action), select the OFF display with the ▲ and ▼
key, while the highest digit is in blinking.
Adjustable range: 00.1~99.9 seconds and OFF

Finish
③ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

Note:  indication at LOW display section:

The mask timer time can not be set longer than the timer time. Make a setting of
mask timer time after confirming the timer time.

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3.9 ●Timer

Timer is the timer to set the test time and it functions in AUTO operation mode.
During the test time, the test voltage is output to the measuring terminal and the
measurement of insulation resistance is made.
When the NG occurs during the test time, the measurement value and the judgement result
are retained, and the test finishes.
● The comparator output is held during the setting.

● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.

● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to

the measuring mode.

3.9.1 Setting method

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W HIGH

MΩ
LOW

MΩ MΩ
L INE
TIMER ▲

SET
 ▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3

Enter the setting of timer

① In ready status, press SET key and select the blinking of TIMER lamp.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section,  is displayed on
the HIGH display section, and on the LOW display section the timer time is displayed.

Change of timer time

② Select a digit to change with the  key.
Change a numeral with the ▲ and ▼ key.
Adjustable range: 00.2~99.9 seconds

Finish
③ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

Note-1:  indication at LOW display section:

The timer time can not be set shorter than the mask timer time. Make a setting
of timer time after confirming the mask timer time.
Note-2: Timer setting of AUTO range: The minimum time to set should be 0.4 second.
When the timer is set to 0.3 second or less, it may be under-range display
() in relation with the response time.

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 3.10 ●Setting of over-range

It is to set the steady or blinking light for the indication of over-range measurement.
 : Over-range is indicated by blinking light.
 : Over-range is indicated by steady light.
● The comparator output is held during the setting of over-range.

● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.

● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to

the measuring mode.

Note: The content of the setting having been changed becomes effective from the next
test result.

3.10.1 Setting method

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W HIGH

MΩ
LOW

MΩ MΩ
L INE
▲

SHIFT
 ▼ ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 1 3

Setting of over-range
① In ready status, press SHIFT key, and in the condition that the SHIFT lamp is lit up,
press ▼ key.
 is displayed on the display section and the setting condition is displayed on
the HIGH display section.

Selection of action
② Select the indication type of over-range measurement with  key.

Display Name Action

 ON Over-range is indicated by blinking light.
 OFF Over-range is indicated by steady light. 

Finish
③ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

Note: When the over-range is under the range, the indication is by steady light
regardless of the setting for the indication of over-range measurement.

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4. Test procedures
4.1 ●AUTO/CONTINUE mode

4.1.1 AUTO operation

This is the mode in which the judgement result and the display value are held, the test
voltage is shut off and the test finishes when the NG judgement is given during the test.
It functions in MANUAL operation, REMOTE1 operation and REMOTE2 operation (refer
to the article 4.2).

① To start the test in MANUAL operation, press START key.

② The measuring voltage is applied and, the measurement and comparator action are
started.
③ When the mask timer is set, the comparator does not make any judgement during the
mask time.
④ After passing the timer time, the measured value, judgement display and the
judgement result are output, and the measuring voltage is shut off
But in case that the judgement result becomes NG during the timer time, the
measuring voltage is shut off at the moment when the NG is given, retaining the
measured value, judgement display and the judgement result.
⑤ To reset the judgement output and the judgement display, press STOP key.
The measured value is continuously displayed until the next start signal.
⑥ To re-start the test, proceed with the item ① above. There is no need to rest.

Note: 1. In MANUAL and REMOtE1 operation, when the STOP key is pressed
during the timer is in operation, the timer stops its action, the measuring
voltage is shut off and no comparator action is made.
2. In REMOTE2 operation, when the switch if turned OFF during the time is in
operation, the timer stops its action, the measuring voltage is shut off and no
comparator action is made.

MANUAL operation
Finishes with timer time UP Finishes with
GOOD judgement NG judgement Finishes with STOP
① ② ③

HIGH
Display
LOW

ON
START
OFF

ON
STOP
OFF

Timer

Mask timer

Test voltage
0V

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

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 4.1.2 CONTINUE operation

This is the mode in which the measurement is continued without shutting of the measuring
voltage even if the NG judgement is given during the measurement.

① To start the test in MANUAL operation, press START key.

② The measuring voltage is applied and, the measurement and comparator action are
started.
③ The comparator outputs the judgement result from immediately after the start of
measurement.
④ To finish the test, press STOP key. The test voltage is then shut off.
The measured value is continuously displayed until the next start signal.
⑤ When the STOP key is pressed again, the judgement result is reset.

Note: 1. In REMOTE2 operation, when the switch if turned OFF, the test action is shut
off and the judgement result is retained.
2. In CONTINUE operation, the timer or the mask timer does not work.
3. In case that the test is finished by the RST terminal, the judgement result is
also simultaneously reset.

MANUAL operation

ON
START
OFF

ON
STOP
OFF

Test voltage
0V

Sampling 1 2 3 4

Measurement
1 2 3 4
display

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

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4.1.3 Setting method
● The comparator output is held during the setting.
● No setting is possible in ONLINE status.
● If there is no key operation for about 5 minutes during the setting, the tester returns to
the measuring mode.

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W 25V 2MΩ HIGH
50V 20 MΩ
100V 20 0MΩ MΩ
LOW
250V 20 00MΩ
MΩ 500V AU TO MΩ
L INE 1000V
AUTO

SET
 ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3

Enter the change-over of AUTO/CONTINUE

① In ready status, press SET key and select the blinking of AUTO lamp.
The current memory number is displayed on the display section,  is displayed
on the HIGH display section, and on the LOW display the selected status of operation
is displayed.

Change-over of AUTO/CONTINUE
② Select an operation with the  key.

Display Operation
 AUTO operation
 CONTINUE operation

Finish
③ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

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 4.2 ●REMOTE/MANUAL mode

4.2.1 Manual operation

In manual operation, the start and finish of the test is done by the START and STOP
key on the front panel.

① Press START key to start the test.

② Start the measurement. Apply the measuring voltage to the measuring terminal, and
the TEST lamp is lit up.
③ To finish the test, press STOP key. Or, make the RST terminal (reset signal) ON.
In case that the test mode is AUTO operation, the test automatically finishes with the
time up of the timer or NG judgement.

4.2.2 Remote1 operation (REMOTE1)

In REMOTE1 operation, the start and finish of the test is done by the ST and RST
terminals of the terminal blocks on the rear panel of the tester.

① To start the test, make the ST (start signal) ON (minimum width 10ms).
② Start the measurementt. Apply the measuring voltage to the measuring terminal, and
the TEST lamp is lit up.
③ To finish the test, make the RST (reset signal) ON (minimum width 10ms), or press
STOP key.
In case that the test mode is AUTO operation, the test automatically finishes with the
time up of the timer or NG judgement.

4.2.3 Remote2 operation (REMOTE2)

In REMOTE2 operation, the start and finish of the test is done by ON or OFF of the
switch of the switch-provided probe (option).

① To start the test, press the switch continuously.

② Start the measurement. Apply the measuring voltage to the measuring terminal, and
the TEST lamp is lit up.
③ To finish the test, release the switch of the switch-provided probe.
In case that the test mode is AUTO operation, the test automatically finishes with the
time up of the timer or NG judgement.
The test also finishes with STOP key or RST terminal.

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 4.2.4 Selection of remote operation

GU ARD EARTH
TE ST HIG H GO OD LO W HIGH

MΩ
LOW

MΩ MΩ
L INE
REMOTE SHIFT

SHIFT SET
 ENTER

MOD EL 3 567A

1 2 3 4

Enter the change-over of REMOTE/MANUAL

① In ready status, press SHIFT key.
SHIFT lamp is lit up.
② Press SET key.
REMOTE lamp blinks.
The selected status of operation is displayed in blinking.

Change-over of REMOTE/MANUAL
③ Change with the  key.

Display Operation
 REMOTE1
 REMOTE2
 MANUAL

Finish
④ Press ENTER key, then the setting is memorized and the setting finishes.

4.3 ●Automatic discharge function

In case that the sample to be tested has capacitive element, it may be charged with the test
voltage and remains as residual voltage, causing an accident of electric shock.
This tester incorporates the discharging circuit (discharging resistance about 2MΩ) to
discharge the residual voltage.
1) Finish the test without removing the connection with the sample tested.
With the sample being connected, discharge the residual voltage of the sample with
the discharging circuit in the tester.
2) During the discharging, TEST lamp blinks, and it turns off at about 10V or less.
The discharging time becomes longer depending upon the volume of capacitive
element.

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5. Remote control
5.1 ●Remote connector

5.1.1 Pin operation

Input circuit ("L"=1.5V or less “H”＝3.5～5V IIL ≦-1mA）
+5V

8 6 4 2
7 5 3 1

COM

15 13 11 9 Up to +30V
14 12 10 Output circuit

COM

(Dsub15pin)
Pin No. Signal Function
1 NC Vacant pin
2 NC
3 MEM input When made ON, a memory is selected.
4 NC Vacant pin
5 NC
6 TEST output During the test, it makes the transistor output ON.
7 CHARGE output When the output voltage of the EARTH terminal is about 10V
or more, it makes the transistor output ON.
9 M-SEL0 input A memory number is input and the memory is called up.
10 M-SEL1 input
11 M-SEL2 input
12 M-SEL3 input
13 NC Vacant pin
14 NC
8, 15 COM Common for input and output.

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5.1.2 Remote operation of memory

① Make the MEM signal ON.

● Display changes to the memory No. being input to the M-SEL0~3 and of ONLINE lamp

is lit up.
Note: The ONLINE lamp is lit up by the MEM signal ON when the memory No. is of
1~10 code. It is not lit up with the code other than 1~10. Make an input of
the code 1~10.
② Input the code of memory No. and call the memory up.
● Input the code of the memory No. called up to M-SEL0~3.

● Display changes to the memory No. being called.

Note: When the memory number out of the code is selected, the memory can not be
called up. Make an input of the code 1~10.
Memory code table
Memory number
Signal Weight 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
M-SEL0 1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
M-SEL1 2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
M-SEL2 4 ○ ○ ○ ○
M-SEL3 8 ○ ○ ○

○ : Make ON.
Blank : Make OFF

③ Make the MEM signal OFF.

● The tester finishes the remote operation and the ONLINE lamp turns off.

● The memory becomes the No. before entering the remote operation mode of the

memory.

◆Timing chart of change-over of the memory

ON
MEM
OFF

M-SEL O～3 1 2 4

Memory
5 1 2 4 5
change-over
MIN 0ms MAX 40ms
ON
ST (START)
OFF
MIN 40ms

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 5.1.3 Timing chart of remote control
◆ In CONTINUE mode

REMOTE1 operation
t1
ON
ST
OFF
t2 t1
ON
RST
OFF
t3 t4

Test voltage
0V

Sampling 1 2 3 4

Measurement 1 2 3 4
display

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

ON
TEST output
OFF

ON
CHARGE output
OFF

t1 ：10ms or more
t2、t4：MAX10ms
t3 ：MAX200ms

REMOTE2 operation

ON
Handy switch
OFF
t1

Test voltage
0V

Sampling 1 2 3 4

Measurement
1 2 3 4
display

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

ON
TEST output
OFF

ON
CHARGE output
OFF

t1：MAX10ms

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◆ In AUTO mode

REMOTE1 operation
Finish with timer time UP Finish with
GOOD judgement NG judgement Finish with RST
① ② ③

HIGH
Display
LOW

ON
ST
OFF

ON
RST
OFF

Timer

Mask timer

Test voltage
0V

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

ON
TEST output
OFF

ON
CHARGE output
OFF

REMOTE2 operation
Finish with handy switch OFF
① ② ④

HIGH
Display
LOW

ON
Handy switch
OFF

Timer

Mask timer

Test voltage
0V

ON
NG
judgement
OFF

ON
GOOD
judgement
OFF

ON
TEST output
OFF

ON
CHARGE output
OFF

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 5.2 ●Remote control (input and output terminal blocks)

Terminal arrangement
Open collector output

+5V +5V

3567A
１ ２ ３ ４ ５ ６ ７ ８ ９
GCOM GO LCOM LO HCOM HI COM ST RST

0V Controler

+V

Relay contact output

+5V +5V

3567A
１ ２ ３ ４ ５ ６ ７ ８ ９
Gc Ga Lc La Hc Ha COM ST RST

(1) ST terminal (start)

In REMOTE1, when it is connected to COM terminal, the test starts.
No voltage contact or TTL level IIL≦-1mA
“L”=1.5V or less, “H”=3.5~5V
Pulse width: 10ms or more
(2) RST terminal (reset)
During the test, when it is short-circuited to common (COM) terminal, the test stops
and the judgement is reset (made off).
In ready status, when it is short-circuited to common (COM) terminal, the judgement
is reset (made off).
No voltage contact or TTL level IIL≦-1mA
“L”=1.5V or less, “H”=3.5~5V
Pulse width: 10ms or more

(3) Comparator output

Open collector output : HI, GO, LO, sink type
30V 30mA Max.
Relay contact output : Hi, Go, LO, 1a contact each
250VAC 1A resistive load

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6. Error display

Display Name Explanation

Over-range Over-range of measurement

 (blinking or steady light )

 Under-range Under-range of measurement

Setting error When the setting parameter is out of the range,

it is displayed for about one second.

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7. Use in panel-mount
7.1 ●Assembly drawing

When the tester is used by panel-mounting, use the optional panel-mount bracket.

③ Tester
②

w
re
d sc
ea
a t h
fl
② 15
M4×

③Fixing metal
Panel mount bracket

①Foot

① Remove the feet (4 parts) at the bottom of the tester.

② Fix the panel-mount bracket to both side of the tester (M4×15flat screw)
③ Insert the tester from the front of the panel and fix it to the panel with the fixing metal.
Note: In case that the tester is installed to the chassis, utilizing the bottom screw taps of
the testers, keep the length of screw at 6mm + thickness of chassis (mm).

7.2 ●External dimensions when fitted with panel-mount bracket

Side view 169 20

2.6

Front view
230

ＧＵＡＲＤ ＥＡＲＴＨ
64

ＬＩＮＥ

ＭＯＤＥＬ３５６７Ａ

Panel cut-out dimension:214 ±0.5 ×65 +0.5

0 Unit:mm

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8. Maintenance
8.1 ●Cleaning

When the front panel or the case becomes dirty, wipe it with soft cloth.
For heavy dirt, wipe it lightly with the soft cloth wetted with the water thinned by neutral
cleaner. Do not use organic solvent like benzene or paint thinner as they may deform or
discolor the case.

8.2 ●Failure symptom

When the tester is supposed to be faulty, please check the following points before
requesting the repair of it.

Symptom Check points

● Isn’t the power supply plug of socket?

Although the power is turned ● Isn’t the fuse burnt out?
ON, display does not light up. Replace the fuse referring to the article 1, 2 or 3.

● Isn’t the LOCK lamp lit up?

Key is not operable.
Cancel the key lock referring to the article 3.3.

● Isn’t the REMOTE lamp lit up?

Test can not be started, though START switch is disabled during the remote
control.
START switch is pressed.
For remote control, refer to the article 4.2.
● Isn’t the ON LINE lit up?

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9. Specifications
9.1 ●Model name

Model name Description

3567A-X-□ No data output
3567A-03-□ With BCD output (TTL level)
3567A-04-□ With BCD output (open collector)
3567A-05-□ With RS-232C
3567A-06-□ With RS-485
□ : Judgement output
TN : Open collector NPN
RY : Relay output

9.2 ●Measuring range and accuracy

◆ Measuring range, accuracy

Test Resistance
Resistance range Mean value Resolution Accuracy
voltage measuring range
0.000～2.000MΩ 1kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
2.000MΩ 500kΩ
2.010～4.990MΩ 10kΩ ±30%rdg.
Auto-range

1.80～20.00MΩ 5MΩ 10kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)

DC25V 20.00MΩ
20.10～49.90MΩ * 100kΩ ±30%rdg.
DC50V
18.0～100.0MΩ 100kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
200.0MΩ 100.1～200.0MΩ 50MΩ 100kΩ ± 5%rdg.
201.0～999.0MΩ 1MΩ ±30%rdg.
0.000～2.000MΩ 1kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
2.000MΩ 500kΩ
2.010～4.990MΩ 10kΩ ±30%rdg.
1.80～20.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
Auto-range

20.00MΩ 5MΩ
20.10～49.90MΩ 100kΩ ±30%rdg.
DC100V
18.0～100.0MΩ 100kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
DC250V 50MΩ
200.0MΩ 100.1～200.0MΩ 100kΩ ± 5%rdg.
*
201.0～499.0MΩ 1MΩ ±30%rdg.
180 ～2000 MΩ 1MΩ ± 5%rdg.
2000MΩ 500MΩ
2010 ～9990 MΩ 10MΩ ±30%rdg.
0.00～20.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
20.00MΩ 5MΩ
20.10～49.90MΩ 100kΩ ±30%rdg.
Auto-range

18.0～200.0MΩ 50MΩ 100kΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)

DC500V 200.0MΩ
201.0～499.0MΩ * 1MΩ ±30%rdg.
DC1000V
180 ～1000 MΩ 1MΩ ±(2%rdg.+3digit)
2000MΩ 1001 ～2000 MΩ 500MΩ 1MΩ ± 5%rdg.
2010 ～9990 MΩ 10MΩ ±30%rdg.
Accuracy: Defined at 23℃±5℃, 45~75%RH.
Note: During the auto-range measurement, the value marked with ＊is the mean value.
During the auto-range measurement, the range goes up by 2000 counts and goes down by 179 counts.

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9.3 ●General specifications

◆ Standard specifications
Applicable standard : Conforms to JIS C1302-1994
Open voltage : Within 130% or the rated voltage.
Rated measuring current : 1mA
Short circuit current : 15mA or less
Display : 0~9990 Green LED (character height 14.2mm)
Zero suppress function
When the input is over-range or open, it is indicated by the blinking or
steady light of .
Auto-range: Resolution within the measuring range is automatically
switched. Switching of resolution at 2000 when rising
and at 179 when falling.
Sampling rate : 20 times/sec.
Parameter retention : Memorized in EEPROM
Re-writable for 100,000 times, retainable for about 10 years.
Erroneous input
protection : Less than 1.2 times of the test voltage, max. 600V (50Hz/60Hz sine
wave) for 10 seconds or less.
Insulation resistance : Terminal blocks / Case 500V DC 100MΩ or more
Withstanding voltage : Terminal blocks / Case 2000V DC for 1 minute
Power source / Measuring terminals, Control input & output terminals.
1500V AC for 1 minute
Measuring terminals / Control input & output terminals, Data input &
output terminals. 1500V AC for 1 minute
Supply power voltage : 100V AC~240V AC 50/60Hz
Range of power source
voltage : 90V AC~250V AC
Power consumption : Approx. 20VA (100V AC)
Working ambient
temperature : 0~50℃
Working ambient humidity : 90%RH or less.(no condensation)
Storage temperature : -20~70℃
External magnetic field : 400mA/m or less.
Dimension : 206(W)×65(H)×200(D)mm
Weight : Approx. 1 kg.
Accessories : Power supply cord 1 piece
Fuse 250V/2A 1 piece
Instruction manual 1 copy
Options : Line probe Model 5813-12
Earth probe Model 5813-11
Switch-provide probe Model 5813-13
Calibration resistor
◆ Response
Fixed range
Display response : Approx. 0.2 second *1
Judgement time : Approx. 0.2 second *2
Auto-range
Display response : Approx. 0.4 second *1
Judgement time : Approx. 0.4 second *2

Note-1: *1 : The time required for the value to reach the specified accuracy when the resistance
of mean value is suddenly connected to the open measuring terminal.
*2 : The time required to make a judgement when the judgement value is set to mean
value and the open measuring terminal is suddenly short-circuited.
Note-2: The response time refers to the genuine resistor and is variable depending upon the wiring
condition of the measuring leads, capacitive load of the sample to be measured and so on.

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 9.4 ●Table of initial setting (at delivery from factory)

Item Description
REMOTE/MANUAL MANUAL
Program memory number 01
Key-lock OFF
ONLINE OFF
Over-range Blinking
AUTO/CONTINUE AUTO
Test voltage 25V
Resistance range 200.0MΩ
HIGH (setting of high limit value) 900.0MΩ Program memory
LOW (setting of low limit value) 100.0MΩ No.1~10
Time 1.0 second
Mask timer 0.2 second
Buzzer OFF, volume 5

9.5 ●External dimensions

205 169 20

ＧＵＡＲＤ ＥＡＲＴＨ
ＴＥＳＴ ＨＩＧＨ ＧＯＯＤ ＬＯＷ ２５Ｖ ２ＭΩ ＨＩＧＨ
５０Ｖ ２０ＭΩ
１００Ｖ ２００ＭΩ ＭΩ
ＬＯＷ
２５０Ｖ ２０００ＭΩ

ＭΩ ５００Ｖ ＡＵＴＯ ＭΩ
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ＬＩＮＥ １０００Ｖ
ＲＥＭＯＴＥ ＡＵＴＯ ＭＡＳＫ ＴＩＭＥＲ ＢＵＺＺ ＳＨＩＦＴＯＮＬＩＮＥ ＬＯＣＫ ＣＯＭＰ ▲ ＲＣＬ

ＳＨＩＦＴ ＳＥＴ ＬＯＣＫ ＶＯＬＴ

ＥＮＴＥＲ
▲

▲
ＳＴＯＰ ＳＴＡＲＴ
ＭＯＤＥＬ３５６７Ａ ＯＮＬＩＮＥ ＲＡＮＧＥ
11.5

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ＥＡＲＴＨ

ＬＩＮＥ

ＧＵＡＲＤ

UNIT：ｍｍ

9.6 ●Option

○ For the model 3567A, the following interfaces are prepared.

For the handling of each interface, please refer to the instruction manual of respective
interface.
(1) BCD data output board (TTL) : Model 5811-03E
(2) BCD data output board (open collector) : Model 5811-04E
(3) RS-232C interface board : Model 5811-05E
(4) RS-485 interface board : Model 5811-06E
○ Others
(1) Panel-mount bracket : Model 5811-31

Contact Information
Name : Tsuruga Electric Corporation
Address : 1-3-23 Minami-Sumiyoshi, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka-shi
558-0041 Japan
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