USER MANUAL
True RMS 600A
Solar Clamp
Meter with
METERLiNK®
Model CM65
USER MANUAL
True RMS 600A Solar Clamp
Meter with METERLiNK®
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Table of contents
1 Advisories............. ................. ............... ................. .. ..........1
1.1 Copyright......... ............. .. ................. ............... .......... 1
1.2 Quality Assurance ............... ............... ................. .......1
1.3 Documentation ............... ............... ................. ...........1
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste..... ............... .. ............... .... 1
2 Introduction...... .. ............. .. ................. ............. .. ................. 2
3 Safety ..... ............. .. ................. ............... ................. ...........3
3.1 General Safety Information ............... ................. ...........3
3.2 Safety Terms Used In This Manual ........... ................. .. ...3
3.3 Warning and Caution Statements .. ............... ............... .. .3
3.4 UL Listing Note .... ................. .. ............. .. ................. ...4
3.5 International Electrical Symbols ......... .. ............... ...........4
3.6 CENELEC Directives.............. .. ............... .. ............... ...5
4 Descriptions ...... ............... .. ............... .. ............. .. ............... .6
4.1 Product Description.. .. ............. .. ............... .. ............. .. .. 6
4.2 Control Button Descriptions ...... ............... .. ............... .... 7
4.3 Rotary Switch Positions......... ............... .. ............... .......7
4.4 Display Description ................ .. ............. ................. .. ...8
5 Meter Operation .............. .. ............. .. ............... .. ............... ...9
5.1 Powering the Meter .. ............... ................. ............... .... 9
5.2 Auto Power OFF (APO).......... .. ............... ............... .. .... 9
5.3 Automatic and Manual Ranges .......... ................. ...........9
5.4 Out-of-Range Alert.......... .. ............... .. ............. .. ........ 10
5.5 Display Hold Function.......... ................. ............... .. .... 10
5.6 Display Backlight ............... ............... ................. .. .... 10
5.7 Voltage Measurements ........ ................. .. ............. .. .... 10
5.8 LoZ Voltage Measurements ........ .. ............. .. ............... 11
5.9 Low Pass Filter (VFD) Voltage Measurements..... ............ 12
5.10 Milli-Volt Measurements ................ .. ............... ............ 12
5.11 Current Measurements (Clamp)......... ............... ........... 13
5.12 Resistance Measurements .... ............... .. ............... ..... 15
5.13 Continuity Measurements........... .. ............. .. ............... 16
5.14 Diode Measurements ............. .. ............. .. ................. . 17
5.15 Type-K Thermocouple Measurements........... .. .............. 18
5.16 External Clamp Adaptor Current Measurements .. ............ 20
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6 Bluetooth® Communication and FLIR Tools™ ............... ....... 21
6.1 FCC Compliance .. ............... ................. ............... ..... 21
7 Function Icons .... ................. ............... .. ............... ............. 23
8 Programming Menu ........ ................. ............... ................. .. 26
9 Data Logging . ............... ............... .. ............... ............... .. ... 28
9.1 Data Logging Basics .... ................. ............... ............. 28
9.2 Start/Stop a Data logging session........ ............... .. ........ 28
9.3 Deleting Data Log Files............... ............... ................ 28
9.4 Transmitting Data Log Files to a Mobile Device.... ............ 28
9.5 Transferring Data Log Files to a PC.......... ............... .. .... 28
9.6 Viewing Data Log File Contents on the CM65
Display......... ................. ............... .. ............... ......... 28
10 USB Connectivity ..... .. ............. .. ............... .. ............. .. ........ 29
10.1 Field Firmware Updates ................ .. ............... ............ 29
10.2 Transferring Data Log Files to PC ............ .. ............. .. .... 29
11 Maintenance............. .. ............. .. ............... .. ............. .. ....... 30
11.1 Cleaning........... .. ............... ............... .. ............... ..... 30
11.2 Battery Replacement....... .. ............. .. ............... .. ........ 30
11.3 Meter Storage... ................. ............... ................. .. .... 30
12 Specifications..... ................. ............... ................. ............. 31
12.1 General Specifications..... .. ............. .. ............... .. ........ 31
12.2 DC Voltage Specifications ........... .. ............... .. ............ 32
12.3 DC mV Specifications........... ............... .. ............... ..... 32
12.4 AC Voltage Specifications................ ............... ............ 32
12.5 AC mV Specifications ........ .. ............... ................. ...... 32
12.6 VFD AC Voltage Specifications .............. ................. ..... 32
12.7 LoZ Voltage AC and DC Specifications ............... .. ......... 33
12.8 Frequency Specifications ............. ............... .. ............. 33
12.9 DC Current Specifications (Clamp) ........ ............... .. ...... 33
12.10 AC Current Specifications (Clamp) ..... ............. .. ........... 33
12.11 Resistance Specifications.. ............... ................. ......... 34
12.12 Continuity Specifications . ................. ............... ........... 34
12.13 Diode Specifications ........... ................. .. ............. .. .... 34
12.14 External (Flex) Clamp Adaptor — AC Current
Specifications ................ ............... ................. .......... 34
12.15 Temperature Specifications...... ............... ................. ... 35
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12.16 Input Specifications... ................. ............... ................ 35
12.17 Safety Specifications .. ............... .. ............. .. ............... 35
13 Three-Year Warranty ....... .. ............... ............... .. ............... .. 37
14 Customer Support....... .. ............... ................. ............... ..... 38
14.1 Corporate Headquarters .............. .. ............... ............. 38
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Advisories
1.1 Copyright
©2019, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the
software including source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed
or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any
means, electronic, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine-readable form without prior consent, in writing, from FLIR Systems. Names and
marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of FLIR Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks,
trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification
only and are the property of their respective owners.
1.2 Quality Assurance
The Quality Management System under which these products are developed
and manufactured has been certified in accordance with the ISO 9001
standard.
FLIR Systems is committed to a policy of continuous development; therefore,
we reserve the right to make changes and improvements on any of the products without prior notice.
1.3 Documentation
To access the latest manuals and notifications, go to the Download tab at:
https://support.flir.com. It only takes a few minutes to register online. In the
download area you will also find the latest releases of manuals for our other
products, as well as manuals for our historical and obsolete products.
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste
As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed
of in an environmentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing
regulations for electronic waste. Please contact your FLIR Systems
representative for more details.
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Introduction
The CM65 is a 600 A True RMS Clamp Meter designed to meet the challenges of the solar, alternative/renewable energies, and utilities industries.
The supplied MC4 test leads help you troubleshoot photovoltaic systems and
keep them running efficiently. The CM65 accurately measures voltage, current
and other electrical parameters to ensure proper installation of PV systems.
FLIR’s exclusive METERLiNK® technology wirelessly connects to FLIR
Tools® Mobile so you can view readings and receive data log files from the
CM65 on your mobile device. The CM65 is the perfect tool for the installation
and maintenance of photovoltaic systems and includes features and accessories optimized for residential and light commercial electricians, and RV
technicians.
Visit https://www.support.flir.com/prodreg to register your CM65 and to read
the three-year warranty text.
Features
• 6000 count digital backlit display
• 1000 V AC/DC test lead measurements
• 600 A AC/DC clamp measurements
• Frequency reading for AC Current/Voltage measurements
• Resistance measurements to 60 k ohms
• Continuity and Diode measurements
• Type-K thermocouple temperature measurements
• External clamp adaptor measurements
• Display Hold
• DC zero adjust
• Minimum/Maximum/Average recording memory
• Integrated VFD mode (low-pass filter) on AC V and Hz measurements
• LoZ (low impedance) mode eliminates ‘ghost’ voltage problems
• Bluetooth® connectivity for remote measurement monitoring and data log
file transmit
• USB port in battery compartment for field firmware updates and data log
file transfer
• Adjustable Auto power OFF (APO) timer
• Safety Category Rating: CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V AC & DC
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Safety
3.1 General Safety Information
This user manual contains information and warnings that must be followed for
operating the instrument safely and maintaining the instrument in a safe operating condition. If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
The meter protection rating, against the users, is double insulation per UL/
IEC/EN61010-1 Ed. 3.0, IEC/EN61010-2-033 Ed. 1.0, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.
61010-1 Ed. 3.0, IEC/EN61010-2-032 Ed. 3.0 & IEC/EN61010-031 Ed. 1.1:
Measurement Category III 1000V & Category IV 600V AC & DC.
3.2 Safety Terms Used In This Manual
WARNING: Identifies conditions and actions that could result in serious injury
or even death to the user.
CAUTION: Identifies conditions and actions that could cause damage or malfunction in the instrument.
3.3 Warning and Caution Statements
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
The meter is intended only for indoor use.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock hazard, observe the proper safety precautions when working with
voltages above 60 V DC or 30 V AC rms. These voltage levels pose a potential shock hazard to the user. Before and after hazardous voltage measurements, test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning.
WARNING
Keep hands/fingers behind the hand/finger barriers (of the meter and the test leads) during
measurement. Inspect test leads, connectors, and probes for damaged insulation or exposed metal before using the instrument. If any defects are found, replace them immediately. Use only the test leads provided with the equipment (or UL Listed probe assemblies
rated CAT III 1000 V or better).
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WARNING
The accompanied test probe assembly meets UL/IEC/EN61010-031 Ed. 1.1 to 10A maximum at 140℉ (60℃). IEC 61010-031 requires exposed conductive test probe tips to be ≤
4 mm for CAT III & CAT IV ratings. Refer to the category markings on your probe assemblies as well as on the add-on accessories (detachable Caps or Alligator Clips, etc.), if any,
for applicable rating changes.
WARNING
This Clamp meter is designed for clamping around or removing from non-insulated, hazardous live conductors. Nonetheless, individual protective equipment must be used when
hazardous live parts in the installation, where the measurement is to be made, could be
accessible.
WARNING
Remove test leads from the meter before taking clamp measurements.
CAUTION
The maximum current rating for the supplied MC4 test leads is 10 A at 140℉ (60℃)
maximum.
CAUTION
Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing meter functions.
CAUTION
Do not use the device for a procedure that it is not intended for. This can cause damage to
the protection built into the instrument.
3.4 UL Listing Note
UL listing is not an indication or a verification of the accuracy of the meter
3.5 International Electrical Symbols
Caution! Refer to the explanation in the user manual.
Caution! Risk of electrical shock.
Earth ground.
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Double/reinforced insulation.
Fuse.
AC (alternating current).
DC (direct current).
Application around, and removal from, hazardous live conductors is
permitted.
3.6 CENELEC Directives
This instrument conforms to CENELEC Low-voltage directive 2014/35/EC,
Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2014/30/EU and RoHS directive 2011/
65/EU.
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Descriptions
4.1 Product Description
Figure 4.1 Product Description
1. Clamp jaws
2. Clamp measurement area
3. Jaw opening trigger
4. Display area
5. OK menu button (center) and navigation arrows
6. MODE/Hz button
7. RANGE button
8. Display backlight button
9. Bluetooth® ON/OFF button
10. COM (-) test lead terminal
11. Positive (+) test lead terminal
12. Data log button
13. Return button (back up and exit menu)
14. HOLD button
15. Rotary function selector
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Note: Battery compartment on rear, not pictured. USB port located inside battery compartment.
4.2 Control Button Descriptions
Toggle AC/DC (short presses), select frequency (Hz) mode (long press),
select an option at a multi-option rotary switch position.
Short press for Manual range mode, long press to return to Auto.
Short press to freeze/unfreeze displayed readings.
Return button, short press to back up or exit the menu system.
Short press to open a menu and to confirm selections.
Navigation buttons (short presses).
Short press to toggle display backlight ON/OFF.
Short press to toggle Bluetooth® ON/OFF.
Short press to start/stop the data logger.
4.3 Rotary Switch Positions
Low Impedance mode.
Meter power is switched OFF.
Voltage mode (AC/DC).
Current mode (AC/DC).
Millivolt mode (AC/DC).
Thermocouple measurement mode.
Resistance mode.
Continuity mode.
Diode mode.
External clamp meter adaptor mode.
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4.4 Display Description
Figure 4.2 Display Icon Descriptions
1. Auto Range
2. MAX/MIN/AVG memory
3. Data Hold
4. Bluetooth®
5. Data logger
6. Prompt to use up/down arrow buttons
7. Auto Power OFF (APO)
8. Battery status
9. AC measurements
10. DC measurements
11. Continuity function
12. Diode function
13. Resistance function (ohms)
14. Low Impedance mode
15. External clamp adaptor range
16. External clamp adaptor mode
17. Data Log File transmit function icon
18. Data Log File delete function icon
19. Data Log File open function icon
20. Low pass filter function icon
21. MAX/MIN/AVG function icon
22. DC Zero function icon
23. Settings function icon (opens Programming Menu)
NOTE
Not all icons are represented in Figure 4–2. Other available icons are explained in their respective sections of this user manual.
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CAUTION
Before operating the device, you must read, understand, and follow all instructions, dangers, warnings, cautions, and notes.
NOTE
When the meter is not in use, the function switch should be set to the OFF position.
CAUTION
When connecting the probe leads to the device under test, connect the negative lead before connecting the positive lead. When removing the probe leads, remove the positive
lead before removing the negative lead.
CAUTION
Before and after hazardous voltage measurements, test the voltage function on a known
source (such as line voltage) to determine proper meter functionality.
5.1 Powering the Meter
Set the function switch to any position to power the meter ON.
If the low battery voltage warning is displayed, or if the meter does not power
ON, replace the batteries. See Section 11, Maintenance, for battery replacement details.
5.2 Auto Power OFF (APO)
The APO feature switches the meter OFF after approximately 10 minutes (default) of inactivity. The APO timer can be set from 1 to 99 minutes (see the
Programming Menu section). The meter will beep to alert you when it is about
to power OFF, press any button to extend the APO time before it powers OFF.
5.3 Automatic and Manual Ranges
The meter uses automatic ranging by default. To manually select a measurement range, short press the RANGE button to exit the Auto mode. Subsequent, short presses will step through the available ranges. Long press the
RANGE button to return to the Auto Range mode. When the Auto Range
mode is active, the Auto Range symbol is displayed. In the manual mode, the
meter may display an up arrow, suggesting that a higher range should be selected for best accuracy and resolution.
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Figure 5.1 Auto Range Display Icon
5.4 Out-of-Range Alert
If the input is out-of-range, OL is displayed. Please do not attempt to make
measurements beyond the specified ranges of the meter.
5.5 Display Hold Function
After taking a measurement, short press the HOLD button to freeze a reading.
Press the HOLD button again to return to normal operation. The H icon will
appear when the display hold function is engaged.
5.6 Display Backlight
Short press the backlight button
to turn ON the display backlighting. Press
again to switch the backlight OFF.
5.7 Voltage Measurements
CAUTION
Use caution when the measured voltage is greater than 30V DC or AC rms.
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Figure 5.2 Basic Voltage Measurement Setup
1. Set the function switch to the Voltage position .
2. Short press the MODE button to select AC or DC voltage mode.
3. Insert the black test lead into the negative (COM) terminal and the red test
lead into the positive terminal.
4. Place the probe ends of the test leads in parallel to the part under test.
5. Read the Auto Range voltage measurement on the display.
6. To switch to Manual Range mode, short press the RANGE button. Subse-
quent short presses of the RANGE button will step through the available
ranges. Long press the RANGE button to return to Auto Range mode.
7. Long press the MODE button to read the frequency (Hz) of an AC signal.
8. The available Function Icons in Voltage mode are Settings, MIN/MAX/AVG,
and VFD (AC only). See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
5.8 LoZ Voltage Measurements
CAUTION
Use caution when the measured voltage is greater than 30V DC or AC rms.
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LoZ Voltage measurements eliminate the affects of ‘ghost’ voltages. The procedure for taking LoZ Voltage measurements is virtually the same as for taking standard Voltage measurements, the only difference is that for LoZ
Voltage measurements you select the LoZ rotary switch position. Note that
frequency (Hz) measurements are not available in Loz Voltage mode. Refer to
Section 5.7, Voltage Measurements, for other voltage measurement details.
5.9 Low Pass Filter (VFD) Voltage Measurements
CAUTION
Use caution when the measured voltage is greater than 30V DC or AC rms.
The VFD feature in the CM65 eliminates high frequency noise in AC voltage
measurements by means of a low pass filter. The VFD mode is designed for
variable frequency drive measurements. When taking AC Voltage measurements, the VFD function icon will appear on the bottom of the display. Scroll to
the icon with the arrow buttons and press the OK button to engage the VFD
mode. Press the Return button to disengage the mode (see Section 7, Func-
tion Icons, for complete details). The procedure for taking VFD Voltage measurements is identical to the procedure for taking standard Voltage
measurements. Refer to Section 5.7, Voltage Measurements, for additional
voltage measurement details.
5.10 Milli-Volt Measurements
CAUTION
Use caution when the measured voltage is greater than 30V DC or AC rms.
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Figure 5.3 Millivolt Measurements
1. Set the function switch to the millivolt position .
2. Short press the MODE button to select AC or DC voltage mode.
3. Insert the black test lead into the negative (COM) terminal and the red test
lead into the positive terminal.
4. Place the probe ends of the test leads in parallel to the part under test.
5. Read the Auto Range voltage measurement on the display.
6. To switch to Manual Range mode, short press the RANGE button. Subse-
quent short presses of the RANGE button will step through the available
ranges. Long press the RANGE button to return to Auto Range mode.
7. Long press the MODE button to read the frequency (Hz) of an AC signal.
8. The available Function Icons in the millivolt mode are Settings and MIN/
MAX/AVG. See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
5.11 Current Measurements (Clamp)
WARNING
Do not measure current on a circuit if the voltage increases to more than 1000 V. This can
cause damage to the instrument and can cause injury to persons.
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WARNING
Do not use the meter to measure current above the rated frequency. This may cause the
magnetic circuits in the jaws to reach hazardous temperatures.
WARNING
Disconnect the test leads from the meter before taking Clamp measurements.
Clamp Measurement Considerations
• Press the jaw trigger to open the jaws and then clamp around the conductor(s) of only one pole of a circuit.
• Ensure that the jaws are completely closed. Enclosing conductor(s) of
more than one pole of a circuit may result in differential current
measurements.
• Align the conductor(s) to the jaws center indicators as closely as possible.
• Adjacent current-carrying devices such as transformers, motors and conductor wires may affect measurement accuracy.
Figure 5.4 Basic Current Clamp Measurement
Taking Current Clamp Measurements
1. Set the function switch to the Ampere position
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2. Short press the MODE button to select AC or DC current mode.
3. For DC current mode, with no conductor in the clamp, use the DC Zero
menu icon to zero the display (see the Function Icons section for complete
details).
4. Press the trigger to open the clamp jaws and clamp around the conductor
under test.
5. Read the Auto Range current measurement on the display.
6. To switch to Manual Range mode, short press the RANGE button. Subse-
quent short presses of the RANGE button will step through the available
ranges. Long press the RANGE button to return to Auto Range mode.
7. Long press the MODE button to read the frequency (Hz) of an AC signal.
8. The available Function Icons in the Current mode are Settings, MIN/MAX/
AVG, and DC Zero (DC only). See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete
details.
5.12 Resistance Measurements
WARNING
Do not take resistance measurements before removing power to the resistor or circuit
under test. Injury to persons can occur.
Figure 5.5 Resistance Measurements
1. Set the function switch to the Resistance position .
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2. If necessary, short press the MODE button to select the Resistance func-
tion k
.
3. Insert the black test lead into the negative (COM) terminal and the red test
lead into the positive terminal.
4. Place the probe ends of the test leads in parallel to the part under test.
5. Read the resistance value on the display.
6. To switch to Manual Range mode, short press the RANGE button. Subse-
quent short presses of the RANGE button will step through the available
ranges. Long press the RANGE button to return to Auto Range mode.
7. The available Function Icons in the Resistance mode are Settings and
MIN/MAX/AVG. See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
5.13 Continuity Measurements
WARNING
Do not perform continuity tests before removing power to the device under test. Injury to
persons can occur.
Figure 5.6 Continuity Measurements (note the OPEN and the SHORTED wire examples)
1. Set the function switch to the Continuity position .
2. If necessary, short press the MODE button to select the Continuity
function.
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3. Insert the black test lead into the negative (COM) terminal and the red test
lead into the positive terminal.
4. Place the probe ends of the test leads in parallel to the part under test.
5. If the measurement is <30 Ω, the meter will beep. If the measurement is >
480Ω, the meter will not beep. Between 30 Ω and 480Ω, the meter will
stop beeping at an unspecified point.
6. The available Function Icons in the Continuity mode are Settings and MIN/
MAX/AVG. See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
5.14 Diode Measurements
WARNING
Do not perform diode tests before removing power to the diode under test. Injury to persons can occur.
Figure 5.7 Basic Diode Test Setup (Note Test 1 and Test 2 examples)
1. Set the function switch to the Diode position .
2. If necessary, short press the MODE button to select the Diode function.
3. Insert the black test lead into the negative (COM) terminal and the red test
lead into the positive terminal.
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4. Take two diode measurements, one in forward bias and one in reverse
bias. This can be accomplished by, first, placing the probe ends of the test
leads in parallel to the part under test in one direction and then taking a
second measurement in the reverse polarity orientation.
5. If the reading is between 0.40 V and 0.90 V in one direction and OL (over-
load) in the opposite direction, the component is good. If the measurement
is 0V in both directions (shorted) or OL in both directions (open), the component is bad.
6. The available Function Icons in the Diode mode are Settings and MIN/
MAX/AVG. See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
5.15 Type-K Thermocouple Measurements
CAUTION
The supplied thermocouple is rated for -4~482℉ (-20~250℃) only, it is not rated for the
entire specified temperature range of the meter.
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Figure 5.8 Thermocouple Temperature Measurements
1. Set the function switch to the Temperature position .
2. Use the MODE button to select the Temperature mode.
3. Insert the banana plug Type-K temperature probe into the meter’s input
terminals observing correct polarity. A plug adapter with banana plug to
Type-K socket (to adapt to other Type-K standard mini plug temperature
probes) can be obtained optionally.
4. Touch the thermocouple probe tip to the surface of an object under test or
hold the probe in air.
5. Read the temperature measurement on the display.
6. To select ℃ or ℉ as the default unit of measure, see Section 8, Program-
ming Menu.
7. The available Function Icons in Temperature mode are Settings and MIN/
MAX/AVG. See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
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5.16 External Clamp Adaptor Current Measurements
Note: This section applies only to measurements taken with an external clamp
adaptor that connects to the CM65 input terminal jacks. For clamp measurements using the CM65’s built-in clamp jaws, please see Section 5.11, Current
Measurements (Clamp).
Figure 5.9 External Clamp Adaptor Test Setup
1. Set the CM65 function switch to the external clamp adaptor position .
2. Connect the external clamp adaptor to the CM65 by inserting the signal
leads from the external clamp to the input terminals on the CM65, observing correct polarity.
3. Press the trigger to open the clamp jaws on the external clamp adaptor
and clamp around the conductor under test.
4. Read the measurement on the CM65 display. See Section 12.15, External
Clamp Adaptor (AC Current), to help interpret the reading based on the
range of the measurement . As an example, in some ranges, for each
100mV sent to the CM65 by the external clamp adaptor, the CM65 displays 1 ampere (100mV/A).
5. The available Function Icons in this mode are Settings and MIN/MAX/AVG.
See Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
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Bluetooth® Communication and FLIR Tools™
To connect the CM65 to a mobile device running the FLIR Tools™ Mobile App,
turn on the mobile device and start the FLIR Tools™ Mobile App (download
the mobile App from the Google Play™ store, the Apple App store, or here:
https://www.flir.com/products/flir-tools-app/).
Select INSTRUMENTS from the drop-down menu in the App and search for
the CM65 (the CM65 must be ON and the Bluetooth® button must be
pressed so that the Bluetooth® icon is displayed on the CM65). Tap in the
App to connect to the CM65.
When connected to a device running the App, the CM65 (using the METERLiNK® protocol) continually sends readings for live display on the remote device. The CM65 can also transmit bulk data log files to a mobile device (see
Section 9, Data logging, and Section 7, Function Icons, to learn about these
features).
6.1 FCC Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Function Icons
Figure 7.1 The Seven Function Icons (bottom of display)
The CM65 has seven Function Icons that appear along the bottom row of the
display in a variety of combinations depending on the selected function. The
seven icons are shown in the display description section of this manual and
are explained below. To enable a Function Icon, scroll to it with the left/right arrow buttons. When you’ve reached it, it will begin blinking. Press the OK button to enable it, a box will appear around the icon indicating that it has been
enabled. To disable it, press the Return button, the box will disappear.
• Data Log File Transmit
1. Once a data log file is created (see Section 9, Data Logging, to create
a file), open the Programming Menu (press OK) and scroll to the FILE
parameter. See Section 8, Programming Menu, for more details.
2. When you press OK at the FILE parameter in the Programming Menu,
a data log list will be available. Scroll through the list and press OK at
the desired log to select it.
3. With the CM65 paired with a mobile device (see Section 6, Bluetooth®
Communications and FLIR Tools™), press the Data Log File Transmit
icon (see icon at beginning of this section) to transmit the log file to the
mobile device.
• Data Log File Delete
1. To create a data log file, see Section 9, Data Logging.
2. Once a data log file is created, press OK to open the Programming
Menu and scroll to the FILE parameter. Press OK at the FILE parameter
to open it. See Section 8, Programming Menu, for more information.
3. When you open the FILE parameter in the Programming Menu a data
log list will be available. Scroll to the desired log and press OK.
4. Scroll to the Data Log File Delete icon (bottom of display) and press
OK, this will erase the selected file (see icon at the beginning of this
section).
• Data Log File Open
To view the logged readings of a file directly on the CM65 display, see the
steps below:
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1. Press OK to open the Programming Menu
2. Scroll to the FILE parameter in the menu
3. Scroll to the desired data log file (they are serially numbered)
4. With the desired data log file number displayed, press OK.
5. Scroll to the Data Log File Open function icon at the bottom of the dis-
play
and press OK. See Section 8, Programming Menu, for addi-
tional details.
6. The data log file is now open, you can scroll through the data using the
arrow buttons. The display will prompt you with arrow symbols indicating which arrow buttons are available for use. Note that the file provides
date and time along with the measurement readings.
7. Press the Return button to return to the Programming. Press the Return
button again to exit the menu.
• Low Pass Filter
1. This icon appears when you’ve selected the AC Voltage mode of opera-
tion. See Section 5.9, Low Pass Filter, for additional information.
2. With the AC Voltage mode selected, you’ll see the VFD icon at the bot-
tom of the display, scroll to it with the left/right arrow buttons. When the
icon is blinking, press the OK button to activate the VFD mode (a box
will appear around the icon). To disengage the VFD mode, press the
Return button (the box will disappear).
• Max/Min/Avg
1. This icon is available in most measurement modes. When selected, the
CM65 records the maximum, minimum, and average readings.
2. When this icon is available, scroll to it with the left/right arrow buttons
until the icon is blinking.
3. Press OK at the blinking icon to engage the Max/Min/Avg mode.
4. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the Max (up arrow
symbol), Min (down arrow symbol), Average (up and down arrow symbol) and real time reading (no arrow symbols).
5. To exit this mode (and to reset the Max/Min/Avg memories), press the
Return button.
• DC Zero
1. This icon is available in the DC current mode. When selected, the
CM65 display zeros so you can take an accurate DC clamp meter
measurement.
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2. When this icon is available, scroll to it with the left/right arrow buttons
until the icon is blinking.
3. Press OK at the blinking icon to engage the mode and the display will
zero.
4. To exit this mode, press the Return button.
• Settings (to access Programming Menu)
1. The Settings function icon takes you to the Programming Menu. See
Section 8, Programming Menu, for complete details.
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Programming Menu
To access the CM65 Programming Menu, short press the OK button with the
meter ON (or select the Settings function icon as explained in Section 7,
Function Icons). Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll the Programming
Menu list and press OK at a parameter to open it. See the details below:
• APO: Auto Power OFF utility.
1. Press OK at the APO parameter to open it.
2. Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value of the flashing digit.
3. Use the left/right arrows to select a digit for editing and use the up/down
arrows to change it. The APO setting range is OFF (no APO function)
and 1 to 99 minutes.
4. Press OK to confirm the new APO time.
5. Use the up/down arrows to select a new parameter to edit, or press the
Return button to exit to the normal operating mode.
• FILE: Data Log file list.
1. Press OK at the FILE parameter to open it. If Data Log records are
saved, the list will appear here.
2. Use the up/down arrows to scroll through the data log list.
3. Press OK at a list to open it.
4. When a list is open, the Function Icons for file delete
, and file open will appear on the bottom of the display. Note
that the file transmit icon will only appear if Bluetooth® is enabled in
this Programming Menu (BLE), the Bluetooth® button is pressed so
that the Bluetooth® icon is shown on the CM65 display, and the CM65
is paired with a mobile device. For details, see Section 6 for Bluetooth®
and Section 7 for Function Icons.
5. Press the Return button to return to the main menu list. Press again to
return to the normal operating mode or use the arrows to select another
menu parameter.
• TIME: Set the date and time.
1. Press OK at the TIME parameter to open it.
2. Use the up/down arrows to set the year.
3. Press OK to confirm.
4. Use the up/down arrows to set the month.
5. Use the right arrow to move to the date digits, use the up/down arrows
to set the date.
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6. Press OK to confirm the month and date.
7. Use the up/down arrows to set the hours.
8. Use the right arrow to select the minutes digits and use the up/down ar-
rows to set the minutes.
9. Press OK to confirm the hours and minutes.
10. Use the up/down arrows to select a new parameter to edit, or press Re-
turn to exit to the normal operating mode.
• BLE: Bluetooth® enable/disable.
1. Press OK at the BLE parameter.
2. Use the up/down arrows to select ON or OFF.
3. Press OK to confirm setting.
4. Use the up/down arrows to select a new parameter to edit, or press Re-
turn to exit to the normal operating mode.
• TEMP: Select the temperature units of measure.
1. Press OK at the TEMP parameter.
2. Use the up or down arrow button to select ℃ or ℉.
3. Press OK to confirm.
4. Use the up/down arrows to select a new parameter to edit, or press Re-
turn to exit to the normal operating mode.
• RST: Factory Default Reset.
1. Press OK at the RST parameter.
2. Use the up or down arrow to select YES or NO.
3. Press OK to confirm.
4. Use the up/down arrows to select a new parameter to edit, or press Re-
turn to exit to the normal operating mode.
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Data Logging
9.1 Data Logging Basics
The CM65 data logging utility allows you to automatically log readings to an
internal file every 10 seconds. Each file can contain up to 9999 readings and
the maximum number of files that can be created is 999. Files are automatically serially numbered. Each time a data log session is opened and closed, a
new file is created.
9.2 Start/Stop a Data logging session
Short press the Data log button to start a data logging session. Readings will
be stored every 10 seconds. The data log icon will appear at the top of the
CM65 display while the meter is logging. To stop the session, press the data
log button again (the data log icon will disappear).
Figure 9.1 Data Log Start/Stop button and display icon.
9.3 Deleting Data Log Files
To delete a Data log file, use the Data Log Delete function icon
see Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details.
9.4 Transmitting Data Log Files to a Mobile Device
The CM65 can transmit Data Log files to a paired mobile device using the Da-
ta Log File Transmit function icon
File Transmit in Section 7, Function Icons, for complete details. See also Section 6, Bluetooth®, and Section 8, Programming Menu, for more information.
9.5 Transferring Data Log Files to a PC
The CM65 includes a USB port in the battery compartment for connecting
with a PC. See Section 10, USB connectivity, for details.
9.6 Viewing Data Log File Contents on the CM65 Display
For complete instructions on viewing data log file data directly on the CM65
display, please see Section 7, Function icons and read the Data Log File
Open paragraph.
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USB Connectivity
10.1 Field Firmware Updates
The USB port in the battery compartment allows for field firmware updates,
follow the steps below.
1. Connect the CM65 to a PC using a USB cable. The CM65 USB port is lo-
cated in the battery compartment.
2. Turn the CM65 rotary switch to any position, the CM65 will display ‘USB’.
3. Download the update file (CM65_V0.0x.hex) from the FLIR support site
(https:\\support.flir.com) and transfer it to the CM65 internal memory root
directory.
4. IMPORTANT: Disconnect the CM65 from the PC. Do not proceed unless
the USB cable that connects the CM65 to the PC is disconnected.
5. Turn the CM65 rotary switch to the OFF position.
6. Turn the CM65 rotary switch to any ON position.
7. The CM65 will begin the update process. This will take approximately 30
seconds during which there will be a blank screen.
8. When the update is complete, the CM65 will emit an alert beep and will
reboot.
9. This completes the update process, if errors occur please contact FLIR
customer support.
10.2 Transferring Data Log Files to PC
The USB port in the battery compartment allows for Data Log File transfer.
Connect the CM65 to a PC USB port and use the CM65 as you would any external storage device. For information on data logging, see Section 9, Data
Logging.
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Maintenance
11.1 Cleaning
With the CM65 OFF, wipe the meter housing with a damp cloth as needed.
Do not use abrasives or solvents. Dry completely before use.
11.2 Battery Replacement
The battery compartment is located on the back of the CM65. Use a small
screwdriver to turn the battery compartment lock so that the arrow printed on
the battery compartment cover is pointing toward the ‘open lock’ icon. Open
the compartment and replace the three ‘AA’ batteries observing correct polarity. Please secure the battery compartment before using the meter.
Figure 11.1 Battery Compartment Lock.
11.3 Meter Storage
If the meter is to be stored for an extended period, please remove the batteries for safety.
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Specifications
12.1 General Specifications
Display 6000 count backlit LCD
Polarity Automatic
Update rate 5 readings per second, nominal
Operating temperature 32 ~ 140℉ (0 ~ 60℃)
Relative humidity Maximum relative humidity 80% for temper-
ature up to 88℉ (31℃) decreasing linearly
to 50% relative humidity at 122℉ (50℃)
Pollution Degree 2
Storage temperature –4 ~ 140℉ (-20 ~ 60℃) < 80% RH (with
battery removed)
Operating altitude 7000 ft. (2000 m) maximum
Temperature coefficient Nominal 0.15 x (specified accuracy)/ ℃ @
32 ~ 64.4℉ [0 ~ 18℃] or 82.4 ~ 122℉ [28
~ 50℃]), or as otherwise specified
Sensing True RMS
Transient protection 6.0 kV (1.2/50μs surge)
Power supply 1.5 V ‘AA’ battery x 3
Power consumption 90 mA for all DMM functions with backlight
OFF
APO timer 10 minutes (default). Adjustable from 1 to
99 minutes
Dimensions (LxWxH): 9.9 x 3.4 x 1.6 in. (251 x 86 x 41
mm)
Weight 10.6 oz. (300 g)
Jaw opening/Conductor diameter 1.2 in. (30 mm) maximum
Electrical specification accuracy ± (% reading + number of digits) or as oth-
erwise specified, at 73.4℉ (23℃) ± 9℉
(5℃)
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12.2 DC Voltage Specifications
Range and Resolution Accuracy
60.00 V
600.0 V
1000 V
± (1% + 2 digits)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ, 100 pF nominal
Safety Category Rating: CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V DC
12.3 DC mV Specifications
Range and Resolution Accuracy
60.00 mV
600.0 mV
± (1% + 2 digits)
12.4 AC Voltage Specifications
Range and Resolution Frequency Accuracy
60.00 V /600.0 V /1000 V
50Hz ~ 60 Hz ± (0.7% + 3 digits)
45Hz ~ 440 Hz ± (2.0% + 3 digits)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ, 100 pF nominal
Safety Category Rating: CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V AC
12.5 AC mV Specifications
Range and Resolution Frequency Accuracy
60.00 mV / 600.0 mV
50Hz ~ 60 Hz ± (1.0% + 3 digits)
10Hz ~ 500 Hz ± (2.0% + 3 digits)
12.6 VFD AC Voltage Specifications
Range and Resolution Frequency Accuracy
60.00 V /600.0 V /1000 V
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12.7 LoZ Voltage AC and DC Specifications
Range and Resolution Frequency Accuracy
60.00 V /600.0 V /1000 V
45Hz ~ 440Hz ± (2.0% + 3 digits)
For inputs < 50 V, the impedance is 2.3 kΩ. For inputs > 50 V, the initial impedance is 2.3 kΩ increasing to 1 MΩ at 1000V.
12.8 Frequency Specifications
Ranges
60 mV, 600 mV 50 mV 10 Hz ~ 50 kHz
60 V 10 V 10 Hz ~ 50 kHz
600 V 50 V 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
1000 V 500 V 10 Hz ~ 1 kHz
600 V (VFD) 50 V 10 Hz ~ 400 Hz
1000 V (VFD) 500 V 10 Hz ~ 400 Hz
60 A, 600 A 50 A 50 Hz ~ 400 Hz
Sensitivity
Frequency
Accuracy: ± (0.03% + 2 digits)
12.9 DC Current Specifications (Clamp)
Range Resolution Accuracy
60.00 A 0.01 A ± (1.5% + 5 digits)
600.0 A 0.1 A ± (2.0% + 5 digits)
Safety Category Rating: CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V DC
Induced error from adjacent current-carrying conductors: <0.01A/A
Accuracy specified with DC Zero mode applied to offset non-zero residual
readings
Add 10 digits to the specified accuracy @ < 9 A
12.10 AC Current Specifications (Clamp)
Range Resolution Frequency Accuracy
60.00 A 0.01 A
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600.0 A 0.1 A
50 ~ 100 Hz ± (1.5% + 5 digits)
100 ~ 400 Hz ± (2.0% + 5 digits)
Induced error from adjacent current-carrying conductors: < 0.1A/A
Safety Category Rating: CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V AC
12.11 Resistance Specifications
Range Resolution Accuracy
600.0 Ω 0.1 Ω
6.000 kΩ 0.001 kΩ
± (1.0% + 3 digits)
Typical Constant Test Current: 0.1 uA
Open Circuit Voltage: 1.6 VDC
12.12 Continuity Specifications
Built-in beeper activates when measured resistance is < 30Ω and is silent
when measured resistance is > 480Ω. Between 30 and 480Ω the beeper can
be on or off.
Beeper response time: < 15 ms
12.13 Diode Specifications
Range Accuracy
3.000 V ± (0.9 + 2 digits)
Test Current: 0.3 mA typical
Open Circuit Voltage: < 3.0 VDC typical
12.14 External (Flex) Clamp Adaptor — AC Current Specifications
Range Frequency Accuracy
30.00 A (100mV/A)
50 ~ 60 Hz (sine wave) ± (0.7% + 3 digits)*300.0 A (10mV/A)
3000A (1mV/A)
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30.00 A (100mV/A)
45~ 440 Hz (sine wave) ± (2.0% + 3 digits)*300.0 A (10mV/A)
3000A (1mV/A)
*Does not include error introduced by the external clamp adaptor.
12.15 Temperature Specifications
Range Accuracy
-40.0 ~ 752℉ ± (1.0% + 2℉)
-40.0 ~ 400℃ ± (1.0% + 1℃)
1. Assumes meter interior and ambient temperature have reached stable isothermal stage for cor-
rect junction voltage compensation. Does not include error introduced by thermocouple probe.
1
*Assumes meter interior and ambient temperature have reached stable isothermal stage for correct junction voltage compensation. Does not include error introduced by thermocouple probe.
Supplied thermocouple is rated for -4 ~ 482℉ (-20 ~ 250℃) only, and therefore not rated for the entire specified temperature range of the meter.
12.16 Input Specifications
Function
Voltage, Current 1100V DC/AC RMS
Resistance, Temperature, Diode, Ext.
Clamp adaptor, LoZ
Overload Protection
1000V DC/AC RMS
12.17 Safety Specifications
General Safety CE/EN/UL/RCM 61010
Safety Category ratings CAT III 1000 V & CAT IV 600 V AC & DC
IP40 rated Protected from tools and small wires greater than
Environmental Safety REACH Regulation EC 1907/2006
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RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EC
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EC
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Drop-proof Designed to 3.3 ft. (1 m)
EMC
EN 61000-6-3
EN 61000-6-2
FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B
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Three-Year Warranty
Please register your product within 60 days of purchase. Register your product at https://support.flir.com/prodreg or use the QR Code. Read the warranty
text at the links provided.
Figure 13.1 Product Registration QR Code
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Customer Support
Repair, Calibration, and Technical Support: https://support.flir.com.
14.1 Corporate Headquarters
FLIR Systems, Inc.
27700 SW Parkway Avenue
Wilsonville, OR 97070, USA
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last page
http://www.flir.com
Customer support
http://support.flir.com
Copyright
© 2019, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.
Disclaimer
Specifications subject to change without further notice. Models and accessories subject to regional market
considerations. License procedures may apply. Products described herein may be subject to US Export
Regulations. Please refer to exportquestions@flir.com with any questions.
Publ. No.: NAS100017
Release: AB
Commit:
Head: 59644
Language: en-US
Modified: 2019-09-16
Formatted: 2019-09-16
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