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SD Memory Card and USB Drive
IMPORTANT
• Proper operation of the instrument is only guaranteed when using Hioki optional SD Memory
Cards and USB Drives. Proper operation is not guaranteed with other recording media.
• SD Memory Cards and USB Drives have a service life because they use ash memory. They
lose the ability to store and load data after extended use.
• Hioki is not liable for data stored on SD Memory Cards and USB Drives, regardless of the
nature or cause of the accident or damage involved. Data saved on SD Memory Cards and
USB Drives may become unreadable after an extended period of time has passed. Be sure to
back up any important data on SD Memory Cards and USB Drives.
• Format new SD Memory Cards and USB Drives with the instrument. Using those formatted
with a computer could prevent the real-time saving from keeping up with the measurement.
• Verify that the write protect switch of SD Memory Card has been disengaged.
• Observe the following to avoid loss or corruption of internally stored data:
1. Do not touch terminals or connection surfaces with your ngers or metallic objects.
2. Do not subject the instrument to vibration or mechanical shock or turn it o while writing or reading
data.
3. Verify that SD Memory Cards and USB Drives do not contain important information (les) before
initializing them.
4. Follow the procedure on the next page when removing the SD Memory Cards and USB Drives.
Making Connections (Preparing for Measurement)