Fluke 190-504/FPC User manual

ScopeMeter® Test Tool 190 Series II

Fluke 190-062, -102, -104, -202, -204, -502, -504

Users Manual

May 2011, Rev.2, 1/14

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LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is three years for the
test tool and one year for its accessories. The warranty period begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days.
This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any
product which, in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Fluke warrants
that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media.
Fluke does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.

Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or
different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the
applicable international price. Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair/replacement parts when product purchased in one country
is submitted for repair in another country.

Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is
returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the warranty period.

To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center or send the product, with a description of the difficulty, postage and insurance
prepaid (FOB Destination), to the nearest Fluke authorized service center. Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit. Following warranty repair, the product
will be returned to Buyer, transportation prepaid (FOB Destination). If Fluke determines that the failure was caused by misuse, alteration, accident or abnormal
condition of operation or handling, Fluke will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before commencing the work. Following repair, the
product will be returned to the Buyer transportation prepaid and the Buyer will be billed for the repair and return transportation charges (FOB Shipping Point).

THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. FLUKE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, WHETHER ARISING FROM
BREACH OF WARRANTY OR BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, RELIANCE OR ANY OTHER THEORY.

Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the
limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent
jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.

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Table of Contents

Chapter Title Page

Chapter 1................................................................................................................................... 1-11

1 Using the Scope and Meter ......................................................................................... 1-11

Powering the Test Tool .................................................................................................. 1-11

Resetting the Test Tool .................................................................................................. 1-12

Navigating a Menu ......................................................................................................... 1-13

Hiding Key Labels and Menus ........................................................................................ 1-14

Key Illumination .............................................................................................................. 1-15

Input Connections .......................................................................................................... 1-15

Making Input Connections .............................................................................................. 1-16

Adjusting the Probe Type Settings ................................................................................. 1-18

Selecting an Input Channel ............................................................................................ 1-18

Displaying an Unknown Signal with Connect-and-View™ .............................................. 1-19

Making Automatic Scope Measurements ....................................................................... 1-20

Freezing the Screen ....................................................................................................... 1-22

Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture ............................................................ 1-23

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Using Average for Smoothing Waveforms ................................................................ 1-23

Smart average .......................................................................................................... 1-23

Using Persistence, Envelope and Dot-Join to Display Waveforms ........................... 1-24

Displaying Glitches ................................................................................................... 1-25

Suppressing High Frequency Noise .......................................................................... 1-26

Acquiring Waveforms ..................................................................................................... 1-27

Setting the Acquisition Speed and Waveform Memory Depth .................................. 1-27

Selecting AC-Coupling .............................................................................................. 1-27

Reversing the Polarity of the Displayed Waveform ................................................... 1-28

Variable Input Sensitivity ........................................................................................... 1-28

Working with Noisy Waveforms ................................................................................ 1-29

Using Mathematics Functions +, -, x, XY-mode ........................................................ 1-30

Using Mathematics Function Spectrum (FFT)........................................................... 1-31

Comparing Waveforms ............................................................................................. 1-33

Pass - Fail Testing ......................................................................................................... 1-35

Analyzing Waveforms .................................................................................................... 1-35

Making Automatic Meter Measurements (for models 190-xx4) ...................................... 1-36

Selecting a Meter Measurement ............................................................................... 1-36

Making Relative Meter Measurements ...................................................................... 1-37

Making Multimeter Measurements (for models 190-xx2) ............................................... 1-39

Making Meter Connections ....................................................................................... 1-39

Measuring Resistance Values .................................................................................. 1-39

Making a Current Measurement................................................................................ 1-40

Selecting Auto/Manual Ranges ................................................................................. 1-42

Making Relative Meter Measurements ...................................................................... 1-43

2 Using The Recorder Functions ................................................................................... 2-41

Opening the Recorder Main Menu ................................................................................. 2-41

Plotting Measurements Over Time (TrendPlot™) .......................................................... 2-42

Starting a TrendPlot Function ................................................................................... 2-42

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Displaying Recorded Data ......................................................................................... 2-44

Changing the Recorder Options ................................................................................ 2-44

Turning Off the TrendPlot Display ............................................................................. 2-44

Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) ................................... 2-45

Starting a Scope Record Function ............................................................................. 2-45

Displaying Recorded Data ......................................................................................... 2-46

Using Scope Record in Single Sweep Mode ............................................................. 2-46

Using Triggering to Start or Stop Scope Record ....................................................... 2-47

Analyzing a TrendPlot or Scope Record ........................................................................ 2-48

3 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors ............................................................................... 3-49

Replaying the 100 Most Recent Scope Screens ............................................................ 3-49

Replaying Step-by-Step ............................................................................................. 3-50

Replaying Continuously ............................................................................................. 3-51

Turning Off the Replay Function ................................................................................ 3-51

Capturing 100 Intermittents Automatically ................................................................. 3-51

Zooming in on a Waveform ............................................................................................ 3-52

Turning Off the Zoom Function .................................................................................. 3-52

Making Cursor Measurements ....................................................................................... 3-53

Using Horizontal Cursors on a Waveform ................................................................. 3-53

Using Vertical Cursors on a Waveform ...................................................................... 3-54

Using Cursors on a Mathematical Result (+ - x) Waveform ....................................... 3-55

Using Cursors on Spectrum Measurements .............................................................. 3-55

Making Rise Time Measurements ............................................................................. 3-56

4 Triggering on Waveforms ............................................................................................ 4-57

Setting Trigger Level and Slope ..................................................................................... 4-58

Using Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger ................................................................................. 4-59

Automatic Trigger Options .............................................................................................. 4-60

Triggering on Edges ....................................................................................................... 4-61

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Triggering on Noisy Waveforms ................................................................................ 4-62

Making a Single Acquisition ...................................................................................... 4-62

N-Cycle Triggering .................................................................................................... 4-63

Triggering on External Waveforms (models 190-xx2) .................................................... 4-64

Triggering on Video Signals ........................................................................................... 4-65

Triggering on Video Frames ..................................................................................... 4-66

Triggering on Video Lines ......................................................................................... 4-66

Triggering on Pulses ...................................................................................................... 4-67

Detecting Narrow Pulses .......................................................................................... 4-67

Finding Missing Pulses ............................................................................................. 4-68

5 Using Memory and PC ................................................................................................. 5-71

Using the USB Ports ...................................................................................................... 5-71

Saving and Recalling ..................................................................................................... 5-72

Saving Screens with Associated Setups ................................................................... 5-74

Saving Screens in .bmp Format (Print Screen) ......................................................... 5-77

Deleting Screens with Associated Setups ................................................................. 5-78

Recalling Screens with Associated Setups ............................................................... 5-79

Recalling a Setup Configuration ................................................................................ 5-80

Viewing Stored Screens ............................................................................................ 5-81

Renaming Stored Screens and Setup Files .............................................................. 5-81

Copying-Moving Stored Screens and Setup Files ..................................................... 5-82

Using FlukeView® .......................................................................................................... 5-83

Connecting to a Computer ........................................................................................ 5-83

Using the Standard Accessories .................................................................................... 6-81

Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs .......................................................... 6-83

Measuring Using Independently Floating Isolated Inputs .......................................... 6-83

Using the Tilt Stand ....................................................................................................... 6-86

Kensington®-lock ........................................................................................................... 6-87

Fixing the Hangstrap ...................................................................................................... 6-87

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Resetting the Test Tool .................................................................................................. 6-88

Suppressing Key Labels and Menu’s ............................................................................. 6-88

Changing the Information Language .............................................................................. 6-89

Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness ........................................................................... 6-89

Changing Date and Time ............................................................................................... 6-90

Saving Battery Life ......................................................................................................... 6-91

Setting the Power Down Timer .................................................................................. 6-91

Setting the Display AUTO-off Timer .......................................................................... 6-92

Changing the Auto Set Options ...................................................................................... 6-93

7 Maintaining the Test Tool ............................................................................................ 7-95

Cleaning the Test Tool ................................................................................................... 7-95

Storing the Test Tool ...................................................................................................... 7-95

Charging the Batteries .................................................................................................... 7-96

Replacing the Battery Pack ............................................................................................ 7-97

Calibrating the Voltage Probes ....................................................................................... 7-99

Displaying Version and Calibration Information .............................................................. 7-101

Displaying Battery Information ....................................................................................... 7-101

Parts and Accessories .................................................................................................... 7-102

Replacement Parts .................................................................................................... 7-102

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................. 7-105

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 7-108

The Test Tool Shuts Down After a Short Time .......................................................... 7-108

The Screen Remains Black ....................................................................................... 7-108

The Test Tool Cannot Be Turned Off ........................................................................ 7-108

FlukeView® Does Not Recognize The Test Tool ....................................................... 7-108

Battery Operated Fluke Accessories Do Not Function .............................................. 7-109

8 Specifications ............................................................................................................... 8-111

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 8-111

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Oscilloscope .................................................................................................................. 8-112

Isolated Inputs A,B, C and D (Vertical) ..................................................................... 8-112

Horizontal .................................................................................................................. 8-112

Trigger and Delay ..................................................................................................... 8-114

Automatic Connect-and-View Trigger ....................................................................... 8-114

Edge Trigger ............................................................................................................. 8-114

Isolated External Trigger (190-xx2) ........................................................................... 8-114

Video Trigger ............................................................................................................ 8-115

Pulse Width Trigger .................................................................................................. 8-115

Continuous Auto Set ................................................................................................. 8-115

Automatic Capturing Scope Screens ........................................................................ 8-115

Automatic Scope Measurements ................................................................................... 8-116

General ..................................................................................................................... 8-116

DC Voltage (VDC) ..................................................................................................... 8-116

AC Voltage (VAC) ..................................................................................................... 8-116

AC+DC Voltage (True RMS) ..................................................................................... 8-117

Amperes (AMP) ........................................................................................................ 8-118

Peak .......................................................................................................................... 8-118

Frequency (Hz) ......................................................................................................... 8-118

Duty Cycle (DUTY) ................................................................................................... 8-118

Pulse Width (PULSE) ................................................................................................ 8-118

Vpwm ........................................................................................................................ 8-118

V/Hz .......................................................................................................................... 8-119

Power (A and B, C and D) ........................................................................................ 8-119

Phase (A and B, C and D) ........................................................................................ 8-119

Temperature (TEMP) ................................................................................................ 8-119

Decibel (dB) .............................................................................................................. 8-119

Meter Measurements for Fluke 190-xx4 ....................................................................... 8-120

Meter Measurements for Fluke 190-xx2 ........................................................................ 8-120

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Meter Input (Banana Jacks) ...................................................................................... 8-120

Meter Functions ......................................................................................................... 8-120

General ...................................................................................................................... 8-120

Ohms (Ω) ................................................................................................................... 8-121

Continuity (CONT) ..................................................................................................... 8-121

Diode ......................................................................................................................... 8-121

Temperature (TEMP) ................................................................................................. 8-121

DC Voltage (VDC) ..................................................................................................... 8-121

AC Voltage (VAC) ...................................................................................................... 8-121

AC+DC Voltage (True RMS) ..................................................................................... 8-122

Amperes (AMP) ......................................................................................................... 8-122

Recorder ........................................................................................................................ 8-122

TrendPlot (Meter or Scope) ....................................................................................... 8-122

Scope Record ............................................................................................................ 8-122

Zoom, Replay and Cursors ............................................................................................ 8-123

Zoom ......................................................................................................................... 8-123

Replay ....................................................................................................................... 8-123

Cursor Measurements ............................................................................................... 8-123

Miscellaneous ................................................................................................................ 8-124

Display ....................................................................................................................... 8-124

Power ................................................................................................................. 8-124

Probe Calibration ....................................................................................................... 8-124

Internal Memory......................................................................................................... 8-125

External Memory ....................................................................................................... 8-125

Mechanical ................................................................................................................ 8-125

Interface Ports ........................................................................................................... 8-125

Environmental ................................................................................................................ 8-126

Certifications .................................................................................................................. 8-126

Safety ..................................................................................................................... 8-127

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10:1 Probe VPS410 ....................................................................................................... 8-129

Accuracy ................................................................................................................... 8-129

Electromagnetic Immunity ............................................................................................. 8-130

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Introduction

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D

Warning

Read “Safety Information” before using this
instrument.

The descriptions and instructions in this manual apply to
all ScopeMeter
(hereafter referred to as the instrument or as the test tool).
The versions are listed below. The version 190-x04
appears in most illustrations.

Input C and Input D, and the Input C and Input D selection
keys (
versions 190-x04.

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Test Tool 190 Series II versions

and

) are only present on the

Introduction

Version Description

190-062 Two 60 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC),

One Meter Input (banana jacks).

190-102 Two 100 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC),

One Meter Input (banana jacks).

190-104 Four 100 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC)

190-202 Two 200 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC),

One Meter Input (banana jacks).

190-204 Four 200 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC).

190-502 Two 500 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC),

One Meter Input (banana jacks).

190-504 Four 500 MHz Scope Inputs (BNC).

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CAT II 1000V

CAT III 1000V
CAT IV 600V

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Unpacking the Test Tool Kit

The items in Figure 1 are included in your test tool kit:

Figure 1. Test Tool Kit

Note

When new, the rechargeable Li-ion battery is not
fully charged. See Chapter 7.

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Description

Unpacking the Test Tool Kit

All Fluke 190 Series II versions include the following items:

1 Test Tool including

− side strap

− battery pack BP290 (models 190-xx2) or

BP291 (models 190-xx4 and 190-5xx)

2 Hang Strap (see Chapter 6 for mounting

instructions)

3 Power Adapter (country dependent, may vary

from what is shown in Figure 1)

4 USB interface cable for PC connection (USB-A

to mini-USB-B)

5 Safety Information sheet + CD ROM with Users

Manual (multi-language) and FlukeView
ScopeMeter
package (with restricted functionality)

6 Shipment box (basic version only)

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Software for Windows demo

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# Description

Voltage Probe Set (red)

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Voltage Probe Set (blue)

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Voltage Probe Set (gray), not for 190-xx2

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Voltage Probe Set (green), not for 190-xx2

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Each set includes:
a) Fluke 190-50x:

10:1 Voltage Probe, 500 MHz (red or blue or
gray or green)

Other models:

10:1 Voltage Probe, 300 MHz (red or blue or

gray or green)
b) Hook Clip for Probe Tip (black)
c) Ground Lead with Mini Alligator Clip (black)
d) Ground Spring for Probe Tip (black)
e) Insulation Sleeve (black)

f) Fluke 190-50x:

50 Ohm (1 W) Terminator

11 Test Leads with test pins (one red, one black),

for models 190-xx2 only.

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Description

Users Manual

Fluke 190-xxx /S versions include also the following items
(SCC290 kit):

12 FlukeView® ScopeMeter® Software for Windows

activation key (converts FlukeView
status into full operational status).

13 Hard Shell Carrying Case

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DEMO

Safety Information: Read First

Read all safety information before you use the product.

Specific warning and caution statements, where they
apply, appear throughout the manual.

A “Warning” identifies conditions and actions
that pose hazard(s) to the user.

A “Caution” identifies conditions and actions
that may damage the product.

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This product complies with the WEEE

municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for
recycling information.

Measurement Category III is applicable to

voltage MAINS installation.

Measurement Category IV is applicable to

MAINS installation.

Safety Information: Read First

The following international symbols are used on the
product and in this manual.











Risk of Danger. Important information.
See Manual.

Double Insulated

Conforms to relevant North American
Safety Standards.

Conforms to relevant Australian
standards.

Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC
Standards.

Battery Safety Approval











Earth Ground

Recycling information.

Conforms to European Union directives

DC (Direct Current)

AC or DC (Alternating or Direct Current)



CAT III

CAT IV

Directive (2002/96/EC) marking
requirements. The affixed label indicates
that you must not discard this
electrical/electronic product in domestic
household waste. Product Category: With
reference to the equipment types in the
WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is
classed as category 9 "Monitoring and
Control Instrumentation" product. Do not
dispose of this product as unsorted

test and measuring circuits connected to
the distribution part of the building’s low-

test and measuring circuits connected at
the source of the building’s low-voltage

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Warning

To avoid electrical shock or fire:

• Use only the Fluke power supply, Model
BC190 (Power Adapter).

• Before use, check that the selected/indicated
range on the BC190 matches the local line
power voltage and frequency.

• For the BC190/808 and BC190/820 universal
Power Adapters only use line cords that
comply with the local safety regulations.

Note:

To accommodate connection to various line
power sockets, the BC190/808 and BC190/820
universal Power Adapters are equipped with a
male plug that must be connected to a line cord
appropriate for local use. Since the adapter is
isolated, the line cord does not need to be
equipped with a terminal for connection to
protective ground. Since line cords with a
protective grounding terminal are more commonly
available you might consider using these anyhow.

Warning

To avoid electrical shock or fire if a product
input is connected to more than 42 V peak
(30 Vrms) or 60 V dc:

• Use only insulated voltage probes, test leads
and adapters supplied with the product, or
indicated by Fluke as suitable for the Fluke
190 Series II ScopeMeter® Test Tool series.

• Before use, inspect voltage probes, test l eads
and accessories for mechanical damage and
replace when damaged.

• Remove all probes, test leads and
accessories that are not in use.

• Always connect the power adapter first to the
ac outlet before connecting it to the product.

• Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms, 42 V ac
peak, or 60 V dc.

• Do not connect the ground spring (figure 1,
item d) to voltages higher than 42 V peak
(30 Vrms) from earth ground.

• When using the ground reference lead with
any of the probes, make sure that the black
isolation sleeve (Figure 1, item. 10e) is over
the probe tip.

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• Do not apply more than the rated voltage,
between the terminal s or between each
terminal and earth ground.

• Do not apply input voltages above the rating
of the instrument. Use caution when using
1:1 test leads because the probe tip voltage
will be directly transm itted to the product.

• Do not use exposed metal BNC or banana
plug connectors. Fluke offers cables with
plastic, safety designed BNC connector s
suitable for the ScopeMeter® Test Tool
product, see Chapter 7 ‘Optional
accessories’.

• Do not insert metal objects into connectors.

• Use the product only as specified, or the

protection supplied by the product can be
compromised.

• Carefully read all instruction s.

• Do not use the product if it operates

incorrectly.

• Do not use the product or i t s accessories in
case of any damage.

• Disable the product or its accesso r ies in case
of any damage.

• Keep fingers behind the finger guards on the
probes.

• Use only correct measurement category
(CAT), voltage, and current rated probes, t est
leads, and adapters for the measurement.

• Do not exceed the Measurement Category
(CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual
component of a product, probe, or accessory.

• Do not use the product around explosive gas,
vapor, or in damp or wet environments.

• Measure a known voltage first to make sure
that the product operates correctly.

• Examine the case before you use the product.
Look for cracks or missing plastic. Car ef ully
look at the insulation around the terminals.

• Do not work alone.

• Comply with local and national safety codes.

Use personal protective equipment (approved
rubber gloves, face protection, and
flame resistant clothes) to prevent shock and
arc blast injury where haz ardous live
conductors are exposed.

• The battery door must be closed and locked
before you operate the product.

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• Do not operate the product with covers
removed or the case open. Hazardous voltage
exposure is possible.

• Remove the input signals before you clean
the product.

• Use only specified replacement parts.

Voltage ratings that are mentioned in the warnings are
given as limits for “working voltage”. They represent
V ac rms (50-60 Hz) for ac sinewave applications and as
V dc for dc applications.

Measurement Category IV refers to the overhead or
underground utility service of an installation.
Measurement Category III refers to distribution level and
fixed installation circuits inside a building.
Measurement Category II refers to local level, which is
applicable for appliances and portable equipment.

The terms ‘Isolated’ or ‘Electrically floating’ are used in this
manual to indicate a measurement in which the product
input BNC is connected to a voltage different from earth
ground.

The isolated input connectors have no exposed metal and
are fully insulated to protect against electrical shock.

The BNC jacks can independently be connected to a
voltage above earth ground for isolated (electrically
floating) measurements and are rated up to 1000 Vrms
CAT III and 600 Vrms CAT IV above earth ground.

If Safety Features are Impaired

Use of the product in a manner not specified may impair
the protection provided by the equipment.

Do not use test leads if they are damaged. Examine the
test leads for damaged insulation, exposed metal, or if the
wear indicator shows.

Whenever it is likely that safety has been impaired, the
product must be turned off and disconnected from the line
power. The matter should then be referred to qualified
personnel. Safety is likely to be impaired if, for example,
the product fails to perform the intended measurements or
shows visible damage.

Safe Use of Li-ion battery pack

The battery pack Fluke model BP290 (26 Wh)/BP291
(52 Wh) has been tested in accordance with the UN
Manual of Tests and Criteria Part III Subsection 38.3
(ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.3) – more commonly known as the
UN T1..T8 – tests, and have been found to comply with
the stated criteria. The battery pack has been tested acc.

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Safe Use of Li-ion battery pack

to EN/IEC62133. As a result they can be shipped
unrestricted internationally by any means.

Recommendations to safe storage of battery pack.

• Do not store battery packs near heat or fire. Do not

store in sunlight.

• Do not remove a battery pack from its original

packaging until required for use.

• When possible, remove the battery pack from the

equipment when not in use.

• Fully charge the battery pack before storing it for an

extended period to avoid a defect.

• After extended periods of storage, it may be

necessary to charge and discharge the battery packs
several times to obtain maximum performance.

• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children and

animals.

• Seek medical advise if a battery or part of it has been

swallowed.

Recommendations to safe use of the battery pack.

• The battery pack needs to be charged before use.

Use only Fluke approved power adapters to charge
the battery pack. Refer to Fluke’s safety instructions
and Users Manual for proper charging instructions.

• Do not leave a battery on prolonged charge when not

in use.

• The battery pack gives the best performance when
operated at normal room temperature 20 °C ± 5 °C
(68 °F ± 9 °F).

• Do not put battery packs near heat or fire. Do not put
in sunlight.

• Do not subject battery packs to severe impacts such
as mechanical shock.

• Keep the battery pack clean and dry. Clean dirty
connectors with a dry, clean cloth

• Do not use any charger other than that specifically
provided for use with this equipment.

• Do not use any battery which is not designed or
recommended by Fluke for use with the Product.

• Take careful notice of correct placement of the battery
in the product or the External Battery Charger.

• Do not short-circuit a battery pack. Do not keep
battery packs in a place where the terminals can be
shorted by metal objects (e.g. coins, paperclips, pens
or other).

• Never use a battery pack or charger showing visible
damage.

• Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can cause
burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals occurs,
clean with water and get medical aid. Repair the
product before use if the battery leaks.

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• Alteration of battery pack: there shall be no attempt to

open, modify, reform or repair a battery pack, which
appears to be malfunctioning, or which has been
physically damaged.

• Do not disassemble or crush battery packs

• Use the battery only in the application for which it is

intended.

• Retain the original product information for future

reference.

Recommendations to safe transport of battery packs

• The battery pack must adequately be protected

against short-circuit or damage during transport.

• Always consult the IATA guidelines describing safe air

transport of Li-ion batteries. Refer also to the section
in the beginning of this paragraph on safe use of the
battery pack.

• Check-in luggage: battery packs are only allowed

when installed in the Product.

• Hand carried luggage: a number of battery packs as

required for normal and individual use is allowed.

• Always consult national/local guidelines that are

applicable for shipment by mail or other transporters.

• A maximum of 3 battery packs may be shipped by

mail. The package must be marked as follows:

PACKAGE CONTAINS LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
(NO LITHIUM METAL).

Recommendations to safe disposal of a battery pack.

• A failed battery pack shall be properly disposed of in

accordance with local regulations.

• Dispose of properly: do not dispose of the battery as

unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for
recycling information.

• Dispose in discharged condition and cover the battery

terminals with isolation tape.

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About this Chapter

This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the
scope and meter functions of the test tool. The
introduction does not cover all of the capabilities of the
functions but gives basic examples to show how to use the
menus and perform basic operations.

Chapter 1

Using the Scope and Meter

Powering the Test Tool

Follow the procedure (steps 1 through 3) in Figure 2 to
power the test tool from a standard ac outlet.
See Chapter 6 for instructions on using battery power.

Turn the test tool on with the on/off key.

The test tool powers up in its last setup configuration.

The menus to adjust date, time and information language
are switched on automatically when the test tool is
powered on for the first time. See Figure 2.

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2

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Figure 2. Powering the Test Tool

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Resetting the Test Tool

If you want to reset the test tool to the factory settings, do
the following:

1

Turn the test tool off.

2

USER

3

The test tool turns on, and you should hear a double beep,
indicating the reset was successful.

4

USER

Now look at the display; you will see a screen that looks
like Figure 3.

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Press and hold the USER key.

Press and release.

Release the USER key.

Figure 3. The Screen After Reset

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Navigating a Menu

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Navigating a Menu

SCOPE

1

The following example shows how to use the test tool's
menus to select a function. Sequently follow steps
1 through 3 to open the scope menu and to choose an item.

1

2

SCOPE

F4

Press the SCOPE key to display
the labels that define the present
use for the four blue function keys
at the bottom of the screen.

Open the Waveform Options
menu. This menu is displayed at
the bottom of the screen. Actual
settings are shown on a yellow
background. The setting on a
black background can be
changed upon operation of the
blue arrow keys and confirmed
with the ENTER key. See
Figure 4.

2

F4

3a

3a

3b

3b 3b 3b

ENTER ENTER ENTER

3a

Figure 4. Basic Navigation

Use the blue arrow keys to

ENTER

highlight the item.

Press the blue ENTER key to
accept the selection. The next
option will be selected. After the
last option the menu will be
closed.

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F4

On: The display is off, test tool is running.

Off: in all other situations

On: Measurements are stopped, the screen

Off: Measurements are running. (RUN)

A

B C

D

ViewTM)

TRIGGER

On: Signal is triggered

‘Single Shot’

or ‘On Trigger’ waveform update.

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Note

To exit the menu at any moment press
(CLOSE).

Hiding Key Labels and Menus

You can close a menu or hide key label at any time:

CLEAR

To display menus or key labels, press one of the yellow
menu keys, e.g. the SCOPE key.

You can close most menus using the
CLOSE.

Hide any key label, press again to display the
key label again (toggle function).

A displayed menu will be closed.

soft key

Key Illumination

Some keys are provided with an illumination LED. For an
explanation of the LED function see the table below.

See Chapter 6 ‘Tips’ section ‘Setting the
Display AUTO-Off timer ‘.

is frozen. (HOLD)

On: The range key, the move up/down key,

and the F1…F4 key labels, apply to the
illuminated channel key(s).

Off: -

On: Manual operating mode.
Off: Automatic operating mode, optimizes

the waveform position, range, time
base and triggering (Connect-and-

Off: Signal is not triggered
Flashing: waiting for a trigger at

HOLD

RUN

MANUAL

AUTO

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ALL INPUTS ISOLATED

!



Input Connections

1

Input Connections

Look at the top of the test tool. The test tool has four
safety BNC jack signal inputs (models 190–xx4), or two
safety BNC jack inputs and two safety 4-mm banana jack
inputs (models 190-xx2). See Figure 5.

Isolated input architecture allows independent floating
measurements with each input.

!

ALL INPUTS ISOLATED

Figure 5. Measurement Connections

Making Input Connections

To make scope measurements connect the red voltage
probe to input A, the blue voltage probe to input B, the
grey voltage probe to input C and the green voltage probe

to input D. Connect the short ground leads of each voltage
probe to its own reference potential (See Figure 6).

For Meter measurements refer to the applicable section in
this chapter.

Warning

To avoid electrical shock use the insulation
sleeve (Figure 1 item e)) if you use the probes
without the hook clip or the ground spring.

− To maximally benefit from having
independently isolated floating inputs and to
avoid problems caused by improper use,
read Chapter 6: “Tips”.

− For an accurate indication of the measured
signal, it is necessary to match the probe to
the test tool’s input channel. See section
‘Calibrating the voltage Probes’ in Chapter 7.

Notes

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Figure 6. Scope Connections

Adjusting the Probe Type Settings

To obtain correct measurement results the test tool probe
type settings must correspond to the connected probe
types. To select the input A probe setting do the following:

1

2

F3

3

ENTER

4

ENTER

Display the INPUT A key labels.

Open the PROBE ON A menu.

Select the probe type Voltage,

Current, or Temp.

Voltage: select the voltage probe

attenuation factor.

Current and Temp: select the

current probe or temperature
probe sensitivity.

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B

C

D

mV

V

RANGE

MOVE

A

B

C

D

A

Selecting an Input Channel

1

Selecting an Input Channel

To select an input channel, do the following:

Press the required channel key (A…D):

- the channel is turned on

- labels for the F1…F4 keys are
shown. Press the channel key again
to turn the labels off/on (toggle).

- the channel key illumination is turned
on.

If the channel key is illuminated, the
RANGE and MOVE UP/DOWN keys
are now assigned to the indicated
channel.

Tip

To set multiple channels to the same range
(V/div) as, for example, input A, do the followi ng:

− Select the input A measurement function,
probe setting and input options for all
involved channels

− press and hold

− press

− release

Notice that all pressed keys are illuminated now.
The MOVE UP/DOWN key and the RANGE
mV/V key applies to all involved input channels.

and/or

and/or

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Displaying an Unknown Signal with Connect-and-View™

The Connect-and-View feature lets the test tool display
complex, unknown signals automatically. This function
optimizes the position, range, time base, and triggering
and assures a stable display of virtually any waveform. If
the signal changes, the setup is automatically adjusted to
maintain the best display result. This feature is especially
useful for quickly checking several signals.

To enable the Connect-and-View feature when the test
tool is in MANUAL mode, do the following:

1

MANUAL

AUTO

The bottom line shows the range, the time base, and the
trigger information.

The waveform identifier (A) is visible on the right side of

the screen, as shown in Figure 7. The input A zero icon
at the left side of the screen identifies the ground level of
the waveform.

Perform an Auto Set. AUTO appears at
the top right of the screen, the key
illumination is off.

-

2

MANUAL

AUTO

Figure 7. The Screen After an Auto Set

Use the light-gray RANGE, TIME and MOVE keys at the
bottom of the keypad to change the view of the waveform
manually.

Press a second time to select the
manual range again. MANUAL appears
at the top right of the screen, the key
illumination is on.

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Making Automatic Scope Measurements

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Making Automatic Scope Measurements

The test tool offers a wide range of automatic scope
measurements. In addition to the waveforms you can

display four numeric readings: READING 1 … 4. These

readings are selectable independently, and the
measurements can be done on the input A, input B, input
C or input D waveform.

To choose a frequency measurement for input A, do the
following:

1

2

SCOPE

F2

3

F1

4

ENTER

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the READING .. menu.

Select the reading number to be

displayed, for example READING 1.
Select on A. Observe that the

highlight jumps to the present
measurement.

5

ENTER

Observe that the top left of the screen displays the Hz
measurement. (See Figure 8.)

To choose also a Peak-Peak measurement for Input B as

second reading, do the following:

1

SCOPE

2

F2

3

F1

4

ENTER

Select the Hz measurement.

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the READING .. menu.

Select the reading number to be

displayed, for example READING 2
Select on B. The highlight jumps

to the measurements field.

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RUN

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5

ENTER

6

ENTER

Figure 8 shows an example of the screen with two
readings. The character size will be reduced when more
than two readings are on.

Open the PEAK menu.

Select the Peak-Peak

measurement.

Figure 8. Hz and V peak-peak as Scope Readings

Freezing the Screen

You can freeze the screen (all readings and waveforms) at
any time.

1

2

Freeze the screen. HOLD appears
at the right of the reading area.
The key illumination is on.

Resume your measurement. The
key illumination is off.

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Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture

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Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture

Using Average for Smoothing Waveforms

To smooth the waveform, do the following:

1

SCOPE

2

F4

3

4

ENTER

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS
menu.

Jump to Average:

Select On... to open the AVERAGE

menu.

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

You can use the average functions to suppress random or
uncorrelated noise in the waveform without loss of
bandwidth. Waveform samples with and without smoothing
are shown in Figure 9.

Select Average factor: Average

64. This averages the outcomes

of 64 acquisitions.

Select Average: Normal (normal
average) or Smart (smart

average, see below).

Smart average

In the normal average mode occasional deviations in a
waveform just distort the averaged wave shape, and do
not show up on screen clearly. When a signal really
changes, for instance when you probe around, it takes
quite some time before the new wave shape is stable.
With smart averaging you can quickly probe around, and
incidental waveform changes like a line flyback in video
show up on screen instantly.

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Using Persistence, Envelope and Dot-Join to Display Waveforms

You can use Persistence to observe dynamic signals. See
Figure 10.

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Figure 9. Smoothing a Waveform

1

2

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS menu.

3

ENTER

4

ENTER

Jump to Waveform: and open the
Persistence... menu.

Select Digital Persistence: Short ,
Medium, Long or Infinite to observe

dynamic waveforms like on an analog
oscilloscope.

Select Digital Persistence: Off,
Display: Envelope to see the upper

and lower boundaries of dynamic
waveforms (envelope mode).

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function on.

SCOPE

F4

Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture

1

Select Display: Dot-join: Off to

display measured samples only. Dot
join off may be useful when
measuring for example modulated
signals or video signals.

Select Display: Normal to turn the

envelope mode off and the dot-join

Figure 10. Using Persistence to Observe Dynamic

Signals

Displaying Glitches

To capture glitches on a waveform, do the following:

1

2

F4

3

ENTER

4

You can use this function to display events (glitches or
other asynchronous waveforms) of 8 ns (8 nanoseconds,
due to ADC’s with 125 MS/s sampling speed) or wider, or
you can display HF modulated waveforms.

When you select the 2 mV/div range Glitch Detect will
automatically be turned Off. In the 2 mV/div range you can
set Glitch Detect On manually.

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS
menu.

Select Glitch: On.

Exit the menu.

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Suppressing High Frequency Noise

Switching the glitch detection off (Glitch: Off) will

suppress the high frequency noise on a waveform.
Averaging will suppress the noise even more.

1

2

F4

3

4

See also Using Average for Smoothing Waveforms
on page 21.

Glitch capture and average do not affect bandwidth.
Further noise suppression is possible with bandwidth
limiting filters. See
page 27.

ENTER

ENTER

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS
menu.

Select Glitch: Off, then select

Average: On… o open the

AVERAGE menu.

Select Average 8.

Working with Noisy Waveforms on

Acquiring Waveforms

Setting the Acquisition Speed and Waveform Memory Depth

To set the acquisition speed, do the following:

1

SCOPE

2

F4

3

ENTER

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS
menu.

Select Acquisition:

Fast – for fast waveform update

rate; shortest record length,
decreased zoom rate, no
readings possible.

Full – maximum waveform detail;

10,000 samples per waveform
record length, maximum zoom

rate, lower waveform update rate.

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A

Acquiring Waveforms

1

Normal – optimal waveform

update rate and zoom range
combination

4

F4

See also Table 2 in Chapter 8.

Exit the menu.

Selecting AC-Coupling

After a reset, the test tool is dc-coupled so that ac and dc
voltages appear on the screen.

Use ac-coupling when you wish to observe a small ac
signal that rides on a dc signal. To select ac-coupling, do
the following:

1

Display the INPUT A key labels.

2

F2

Observe that the bottom left of the screen displays the
ac-coupling icon: .

You can define how Auto Set affects this setting, see
Chapter 6 ‘Changing the Auto Set Options’.

Highlight AC.

Reversing the Polarity of the Displayed Waveform

To invert, for example the input A waveform, do the
following:

1

2

F4

3

ENTER

4

F4

For example, a negative-going waveform is displayed as
positive-going waveform which may provide a more
meaningful view. An inverted display is identified by an
inversed waveform identifier ( ) at the right of the
waveform, and in the status line below the waveform.

Display the INPUT A key labels.

Open the INPUT A menu.

Select Inverted and accept

inverted waveform display.

Exit the menu.

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Variable Input Sensitivity

The variable input sensitivity allows you to adjust any input
sensitivity continuously, for example to set the amplitude
of a reference signal to exactly 6 divisions.

The input sensitivity of a range can be increased up to 2.5
times, for example between 10 mV/div and 4 mV/div in the
10 mV/div range.

To use the variable input sensitivity on for example
input A, do the following:

1 Apply the input signal.
2

MANUAL

AUTO

Perform an Auto Set (AUTO must
appear at the top of the screen).

An Auto Set will turn off the variable input sensitivity. You
can now select the required input range. Keep in mind that
the sensitivity will increase when you start adjusting the
variable sensitivity (the displayed waveform amplitude will
increase).

3

Display the INPUT A key labels.

4

5

ENTER

6

At the bottom left of the screen the text A Var is displayed.

Selecting Variable will turn off cursors and automatic input
ranging.

7

Variable input sensitivity is not available in the
Mathematics functions (+ - x and Spectrum).

Open the INPUT A menu.

Select and accept Variable.

Exit the menu.

Press mV to increase the
sensitivity, press V to decrease
the sensitivity.

Note

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SCOPE

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Acquiring Waveforms

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Working with Noisy Waveforms

To suppress high frequency noise on waveforms, you can
limit the working bandwidth to 10 kHz or 20 MHz. This
function smoothes the displayed waveform. For the same
reason, it improves triggering on the waveform.

To choose the 10 kHz bandwidth on for example input A,
do the following:

1

Display the INPUT A key labels.

2

F4

Open the INPUT A menu.

3

ENTER

Jump to Bandwidth: and select
10kHz to accept the bandwidth

limitation.

Tip

To suppress noise without loss of bandwidth,
use the average function or turn off Display

Glitches.

Using Mathematics Functions +, -, x, XY-mode

You can add (+), subtract (-), or multiply (x) two
waveforms. The test tool will display the mathematical
result waveform and the source waveforms.

The XY-mode provides a plot with one input on the
vertical axis and the second input on the horizontal axis.

The Mathematics functions perform a point-to-point
operation on the involved waveforms.

To use a Mathematics function, do the following:

1

2

3

ENTER

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the WAVEFORM OPTIONS menu.

Jump to Waveform: and Select

Mathematics... to open the
Mathematics menu.

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4

ENTER

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

7

The sensitivity range of the mathematical result is equal to
the sensitivity range of the least sensitive input divided by
the scale factor.

Select Function: +, -, x or XY-
mode.

Select the first waveform:

Source 1: A, B, C or D

Select the second waveform:

Source 2: A, B, C or D

The mathematical function key
labels will be displayed now:

Press to select a scale
factor to fit the result waveform
onto the display.

Press to move the result
waveform up or down.

Switch the result waveform on/off
(toggle).

Using Mathematics Function Spectrum (FFT)

The Spectrum function shows the spectral content of the
input A, B, C or D waveform in the input waveform color. It
performs an FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) to transform the
amplitude waveform from the time domain into the
frequency domain.

To reduce the effect of side-lobes (leakage) it is
recommended to use Auto windowing. This will
automatically adapt the part of the waveform that is
analyzed to a complete number of cycles

Selecting Hanning, Hamming or no windowing results in a
faster update, but also in more leakage.

Ensure that the entire waveform amplitude remains on the
screen.

To use the Spectrum function, do the following:

1

SCOPE

2

F4

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the Waveform Options

menu.

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F2

F3

F4

Acquiring Waveforms

1

3

ENTER

4

ENTER

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

You will see a screen that looks like Figure 11.

Observe that the top right of the screen displays
SPECTRUM.

If it displays LOW AMPL a spectrum measurement cannot
be done as the waveform amplitude is too low.

Jump to Waveform: and select

Mathematics... to open the
Mathematics menu.

Select Function: Spectrum.

Select the source waveform for the

spectrum: Source : A, B, C or D

Select Window: Auto (automatic
windowing), Hanning, Hamming,
or None (no windowing).

If it displays WRONG TB the time base setting does not
enable the test tool to display an FFT result. It is either too
slow, which can result in aliasing, or too fast, which results
in less than one signal period on the screen.

7

8

9

10

Perform a spectrum analysis on
waveform A, B, C or D.

Set the horizontal amplitude scale
to linear or logarithmic.

Set the vertical amplitude scale to
linear or logarithmic.

Turn the spectrum function off/on
(toggle function).

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Comparing Waveforms

You can display a fixed reference waveform with the actual
waveform for comparison.

To create a reference waveform and to display it with the
actual waveform, do the following:

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Figure 11. Spectrum Measurement

1

2

Display the SCOPE key labels.

Open the Waveform Options

menu.

3

ENTER

Jump to the Waveform field and
select Reference… to open the

WAVEFORM REFERENCE menu.

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4

ENTER

Select On to display the reference

waveform. This can be:

- the last used reference waveform
(if not available no reference
waveform will be shown).

- the envelope waveform if the
persistence function Envelope is
on.

Select Recall… to recall a saved

waveform (or waveform envelope)
from memory and use it as a
reference waveform.

Select New… to open the NEW

REFERENCE menu.

6

ENTER

To recall a saved waveform from memory and use it as a
reference waveform, refer also to Chapter 5 Recalling
Screens with Associated Setups.

Example of reference waveform with an additional
envelope of ±2 pixels:

Store the momentary waveform
and display it permanently for
reference. The display also shows
the actual waveform.

If you selected New… continue at

step 5, else go to step 6.

5

Select the width of an additional
envelope to be added to the
momentary waveform.

black pixels: basic waveform
gray pixels: ± 2 pixels envelope

1 vertical pixel on the display is 0.04 x range/div
1 horizontal pixel on the display is 0.0333 x range/div.

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Pass - Fail Testing

You can use a reference waveform as a test template for
the actual waveform. If at least one sample of a waveform
is outside the test template, the failed or passed scope
screen will be stored. Up to 100 screens can be stored. If
the memory is full, the first screen will be deleted in favor
of the new screen to be stored.

The most appropriate reference waveform for the
Pass-Fail test is a waveform envelope.

To use the Pass - Fail function using a waveform
envelope, do the following:

1 Display a reference waveform as described in the

2

ENTER

Each time a scope screen is stored you will hear a beep.
Chapter 3 provides information on how to analyze the
stored screens.

From the Pass Fail Testing: menu

select

Store “Fail” : each scope screen

with samples outside the reference
will be stored

Store “Pass” : each scope screen

with no samples outside the

Analyzing Waveforms

You can use the analysis functions CURSOR, ZOOM and

REPLAY to perform detailed waveform analysis. These

functions are described in Chapter 3: “Using Cursors,
Zoom and Replay”.

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Making Automatic Meter Measurements (for models 190-xx4)

The test tool offers a wide range of automatic meter
measurements. You can display four large numeric

readings: READING 1 … 4. These readings are selectable

independently, and the measurements can be done on the
input A, B, C or input D waveform. In METER mode the
waveforms are not displayed. The 10 kHz HF rejection
filter (see Working with Noisy Waveforms on page 27)
is always on in the METER mode.

Selecting a Meter Measurement

To choose a current measurement for input A, do the
following:

1

METER

2

F1

Display the METER key labels.

Open the Reading .. menu.

3

F1

4

ENTER

5

6

You will see a screen like in Figure 12.

ENTER

ENTER

Select the reading number to be

displayed, for example READING 1
Select on A. Observe that the

highlight jumps to the present
measurement.

Select the A dc… measurement.

Select a current probe sensitivity
that matches the connected
current probe (see Adjusting the
Probe Type Settings on page 16.)

Figure 12. Meter Screen

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Making Relative Meter Measurements

A relative measurement displays the present
measurement result relative to a defined reference value.

The following example shows how to perform a relative
voltage measurement. First obtain a reference value:

1

METER

Display the METER key labels.

2

3

F2

4

Measure a voltage to be used as
reference value.

Set RELATIVE to ON. (ON is
highlighted.) This stores the
reference value as reference for
subsequent measurements.
Observe the ADJUST REFERENCE
soft key (F3) that enables you to
adjust the reference value (see
step 5 below).

Measure the voltage to be
compared to the reference.

Now the large reading is the actual input value minus the
stored reference value. The actual input value is displayed
below the large reading (ACTUAL: xxxx), see Figure 13.

Figure 13. Making a Relative Measurement

You can use this feature when, for example, you need to
monitor input activity (voltage, temperature) in relation to a
known good value.

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CAT III 1000V
CAT IV 600V

CAT II 1000V

Making Multimeter Measurements (for models 190-xx2)

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Adjusting the reference value

To adjust the reference value, do the following:

5

F3

6

F1

7

8

9

ENTER

Display the Adjust Reference
menu.

Select the applicable relative
measurement reading.

Select the digit you want to
adjust.

Adjust the digit. Repeat step 7
and step 8 until finished.

Enter the new reference value.

Making Multimeter Measurements (for models 190-xx2)

The screen displays the numeric readings of the
measurements on the meter input.

Making Meter Connections

Use the two 4-mm safety red ( ) and black (COM)

banana jack inputs for the Meter functions.
(See Figure 14.)

Figure 14. Meter Connections

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Measuring Resistance Values

To measure a resistance, do the following:

1 Connect the red and black test leads from the

4-mm banana jack inputs to the resistor.

2

3

4

Display the METER key labels.

Open the MEASUREMENT menu.

Highlight Ohms.

5

ENTER

Select Ohms measurement.

The resistor value is displayed in ohms. Observe also that
the bargraph is displayed. (See 15.)

Figure 15. Resistor Value Readings

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F1

Open the

Making Multimeter Measurements (for models 190-xx2)

Making a Current Measurement

You can measure current in both Scope mode and Meter
mode. Scope mode has the advantage of waveforms
being displayed while you perform measurements.
Meter mode has the advantage of high measurement
resolution.

The next example explains a typical current measurement
in Meter mode.

Figure 16. Measurement Setup

1

Warning

Carefully read the instructions about the
current probe you are using.

To set up the test tool, do the following:

1 Connect a current probe (e.g. Fluke i410,

optional) between the 4-mm banana jack inputs
and the conductor to be measured.

Ensure that the red and black connectors
correspond to the red and black banana jack
inputs. (See Figure 16.)

2

Display the METER key labels.

3

Open the MEASUREMENT menu.

4

Highlight A ac.

5

ENTER

submenu.

CURRENT PROBE

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V

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6

7

Now, you will see a screen like in Figure 17.

ENTER

Figure 17. Ampere Measurement Readings

Observe the sensitivity of the
current probe. Highlight the
corresponding sensitivity in the

menu, e.g. 1 mV/A.

Accept the current measurement.

Selecting Auto/Manual Ranges

To activate manual ranging, do the following during any
Meter measurement:

1

MANUAL

AUTO

Activate manual ranging.

2

Increase (V) or decrease (mV) the
range.

Observe how the bargraph sensitivity changes.

Use manual ranging to set a fixed bargraph sensitivity and
decimal point.

3

When in auto ranging, the bargraph sensitivity and decimal
point are automatically adjusted while checking different
signals.

MANUAL

AUTO

Choose auto ranging again.

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F2

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1

Making Relative Meter Measurements

A relative measurement displays the present
measurement result relative to a defined reference value.

The following example shows how to perform a relative
voltage measurement. First obtain a reference value:

1

Display the METER key labels.

2

3

4

Measure a voltage to be used as
reference value.

Set RELATIVE to ON. (ON is
highlighted.) This stores the
reference value as reference for
subsequent measurements.
Observe the ADJUST REFERENCE
soft key (F3) that enables you to
adjust the reference value (see
step 5 below).

Measure the voltage to be
compared to the reference.

Now the large reading is the actual input value minus the
stored reference value. The bargraph indicates the actual
input value. The actual input value and the reference value
are displayed below the large reading (ACTUAL: xxxx
REFERENCE: xxx), see Figure 18.

Figure 18. Making a Relative Measurement

You can use this feature when, for example, you need to
monitor input activity (voltage, temperature) in relation to a
known good value.

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Adjusting the reference value

To adjust the reference value, do the following:

5

6

7

8

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ENTER

Display the Adjust Reference
menu.

Select the digit you want to
adjust.

Adjust the digit. Repeat step 6
and step 7 until finished.

Enter the new reference value.

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RECORDER

Open the recorder main menu.

About this Chapter

This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the
recorder functions of the test tool. The introduction gives
examples to show how to use the menus and perform
basic operations.

Opening the Recorder Main Menu

First choose a measurement in scope or meter mode. Now
you can choose the recorder functions from the recorder
main menu. To open the main menu, do the following:

(See Figure 19).

Chapter 2

Using The Recorder Functions

Figure 19. Recorder Main Menu

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Make automatic Scope or Meter measurements,

2

RECORDER

Open the

main menu.

3 Highlight Trend Plot.

4

Start the TrendPlot recording.

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Plotting Measurements Over Time (TrendPlot™)

Use the TrendPlot function to plot a graph of Scope or
Meter measurements (readings) as function of time.

Note

Because the navigations for the TrendPlot Scope
and the TrendPlot Meter are identical, only Scope
TrendPlot is explained in the next sections.

Starting a TrendPlot Function

To start a TrendPlot, do the following:

see Chapter 1. The readings will be plotted!

RECORDER

ENTER

The test tool continuously records the digital readings of
the measurements and displays these as a graph. The
TrendPlot graph rolls from right to left like a paper chart
recorder.

Observe that the recorded time from start appears at the
bottom of the screen. The present reading appears on top
of the screen. (See Figure 20.)

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5

Set

to

to freeze

6

Set

to

to restart.

Plotting Measurements Over Time (TrendPlot™) 2

Note

When simultaneously TrendPlotting two readings,
the screen area is split into two sections of f our
divisions each. When simultaneously
TrendPlotting three or four readings, the screen
area is split into three or four sections of two
divisions each.

Figure 20. TrendPlot Reading

When the test tool is in automatic mode, automatic vertical
scaling is used to fit the TrendPlot graph on the screen.

F1

F1

RECORDER

the recorder function.

RECORDER

STOP

RUN

Note

Scope TrendPlot is not possible on cursor related
measurements. As an alternative you may use
the PC software FlukeView

®

ScopeMeter®.

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Display an overview of the full

F3

7

Open the

8

Select Time of Day or From

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Displaying Recorded Data

When in normal view (NORMAL), only the twelve most
recently recorded divisions are displayed on screen. All
previous recordings are stored in memory.

VIEW ALL shows all data in memory:

F3

Press
(NORMAL) and overview (VIEW ALL).

When the recorder memory is full, an automatic
compression algorithm is used to compress all samples
into half of the memory without loss of transients. The
other half of the recorder memory is free again to continue
recording.

waveform.

repeatedly to toggle between normal view

Changing the Recorder Options

At the lower right of the display, the status line indicates a
time. You can choose this time to represent either the start
time of the recording (‘Time of Day’) or the time elapsed
since the start of the recording (‘From Start’).

To change the time reference, proceed from step 6 as
follows:

F2

menu.

RECORDER OPTIONS

ENTER

Start.

Turning Off the TrendPlot Display

F4

9

Exit the recorder function.

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1

Apply a signal to input A and input B.

2

RECORDER

Open the

main menu.

3

From the Recorder main menu,

Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) 2

Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record)

The SCOPE RECORD function is a roll mode that logs a long
waveform of each active input. This function can be used
to monitor waveforms like motion control signals or the
power-on event of an Uninterruptable Power Supply
(UPS). During recording, fast transients are captured.
Because of the deep memory, recording can be done for
more than one day. This function is similar to the roll mode
in many DSO’s but has deeper memory and better
functionality.

Starting a Scope Record Function

To record for example the input A and input B waveform,
do the following:

Figure 21. Recording Waveforms

Observe that the screen displays the following:

• Time from start at the top of the screen.

RECORDER

ENTER

The waveform moves across the screen from right to left
like on a normal chart recorder. (See Figure 21).

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highlight Scope Record and Start

the recording.

• The status at the bottom of the screen which includes

the time/div setting as well as the total timespan that
fits the memory.

Note

For accurate recordings it is advised to let the
instrument first warm up for five minutes.

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Press to toggle between

4

Stop recording to unlock the

5

Open the

6

Jump to the Mode field, select

7

Start recording.

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Displaying Recorded Data

In Normal view, the samples that roll off the screen are
stored in deep memory. When the memory is full,
recording continues by shifting the data in memory and
deleting the first samples out of memory.

In View All mode, the complete memory contents are
displayed on the screen.

F3

(overview of all recorded
samples) and NORMAL view.

You can analyze the recorded waveforms using the

Cursors and Zoom functions. See Chapter 3: “Using
Replay, Zoom and Cursors”.

VIEW ALL

Using Scope Record in Single Sweep Mode

Use the recorder Single Sweep function to automatically

stop recording when the deep memory is full.

Continue from step 3 of the previous section:

F1

F2

F1

ENTER

OPTIONS… softkey.

menu.

RECORDER OPTIONS

Single Sweep and accept the

recorder options.

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4

Apply the signal to be recorded to the BNC

5

F1

Stop recording to unlock the

6

Open the

7

Jump to the Mode: field, select

8

Select one of the Conditions:

Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) 2

Using Triggering to Start or Stop Scope Record

To record an electrical event that causes a fault, it might
be useful to start or stop recording on a trigger signal:

Start on trigger to start recording; recording stops when

the deep memory is full

Stop on trigger to stop recording.
Stop when untriggered to continue recording as long as

a next trigger comes within 1 division in view all mode.

For the models 190-xx4 the signal on the BNC input that
has been selected as trigger source must cause the
trigger.

For the models 190-xx2 the signal applied to the banana
jack inputs (
trigger. The trigger source is automatically set to
(external).

To set up the test tool, continue from step 3 of the
previous section:

EXT TRIGGER (in)). signal must cause the

input(s).

OPTIONS… softkey.

Ext.

F2

ENTER

menu.

on Trigger… (models 190-xx4) or
on Ext. (models 190-xx2) to open

RECORDER OPTIONS

the START SINGLE SWEEP ON

TRIGGERING or the START SINGLE
SWEEP ON EXT. menu.

ENTER

and accept the selection.

For external triggering (190-xx2) continue at step 9.

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Select the desired trigger slope

10

Select the 0.12V or 1.2V trigger

11

Apply a trigger signal to the red and black ext.

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ENTER

ENTER

trigger banana inputs.

During recording samples are continuously saved in deep
memory. The last twelve recorded divisions are displayed
on the screen. See Figure 22. Use View All to display the
full memory contents.

To learn more about the Single Shot trigger
function, see Chapter 4 “Triggering on
Waveforms”.

(Slope:) and jump to Level:.

level and accept all recorder
options.

Note

Figure 22. Triggered Single Sweep Recording

Analyzing a TrendPlot or Scope Record

From a TrendPlot or Scope Record you can use the
analysis functions CURSORS and ZOOM to perform
detailed waveform analysis. These functions are described

in Chapter 3: “Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors”.

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About this Chapter

This chapter covers the capabilities of the analysis

functions Cursor, Zoom, and Replay. These functions

can be used with one or more of the primary functions
Scope, TrendPlot or Scope Record.

It is possible to combine two or three analysis functions. A
typical application using these functions follows:

• First replay the last screens to find the screen of

special interest.

• Then zoom in on the signal event.

• Finally, make measurements using the cursors.

Chapter 3

Replaying the 100 Most Recent Scope Screens

When you are in scope mode, the test tool automatically
stores the 100 most recent screens. When you press the

HOLD key or the REPLAY key, the memory contents are

frozen. Use the functions in the
in time” by stepping through the stored screens to find the
screen of your interest. This feature lets you capture and
view signals even if you did not press

REPLAY menu to “go back

HOLD.

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Replaying Step-by-Step

To step through the last scope screens, do the following:

1

2

3

Observe that the bottom of the waveform area displays the
replay bar with a screen number and related time stamp:

REPLAY

F1

F2

From scope mode, open the

REPLAY menu.

Observe that the waveform is
frozen and that REPLAY appears at
the top of the screen (see Figure

23).

Step through the previous
screens.

Step through the next screens.

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Figure 23. Replaying a Waveform

The replay bar represents all 100 stored screens in
memory. The
displayed on the screen (in this example: SCREEN -51). If
the bar is partly white, the memory is not completely filled
with 100 screens.

From this point you can use the zoom and cursor functions
to study the signal in more detail.

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REPLAY

F3

F4

Replaying the 100 Most Recent Scope Screens

3

Replaying Continuously

You can also replay the stored screens continuously, like
playing a video tape.

To replay continuously, do the following:

1

2

F3

Wait until the screen with the signal event of interest
appears.

3

From Scope mode, open the

REPLAY menu.

Observe that the waveform is
frozen and REPLAY appears at the
top of the screen.

Continuously replay the stored
screens in ascending order.

Stop the continuous replay.

Turning Off the Replay Function

4

Turn off REPLAY.

Capturing 100 Intermittents Automatically

When you use the test tool in triggered mode, 100

triggered screens are captured.

By combining the trigger possibilities with the capability of
capturing 100 screens for later replay, you can leave the
test tool unattended to capture intermittent signal
anomalies. This way you could use Pulse Triggering to
trigger and capture 100 intermittent glitches or you could
capture 100 UPS startups.

For triggering, see Chapter 4: “Triggering on Waveforms”.

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Zooming in on a Waveform

To obtain a more detailed view of a waveform, you can
zoom in on a waveform using the ZOOM function.

To zoom in on a waveform, do the following:

1

2

3

ZOOM

Even when the key labels are not displayed at the
bottom of the screen, you can still use the arrow
keys to zoom in and out. You can also use the

TIME ns

key to zoom in and out.

Display the ZOOM key labels.

ZOOM appears at the top of the

screen, and the waveform is
magnified.

Enlarge (decrease the time/div) or
shrink (increase the time/div) the
waveform.

Scroll. A position bar displays the
position of the zoomed part in
relation to the total waveform.

Tip

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Figure 24. Zooming in a Waveform

Observe that the bottom of the waveform area displays the
zoom ratio, position bar, and time/div (see Figure 24). The
zoom range depends on the amount of data samples
stored in memory.

Turning Off the Zoom Function

4

F4

s

Turn off the ZOOM function.

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Making Cursor Measurements

3

Making Cursor Measurements

Cursors allow you to make precise digital measurements
on waveforms. This can be done on live waveforms,
recorded waveforms, and on saved waveforms.

Using Horizontal Cursors on a Waveform

To use the cursors for a voltage measurement, do the
following:

1

2

F1

3

F2

4

5

F2

6

From scope mode, display the
cursor key labels.

Press to highlight

Highlight the upper cursor.

Move the upper cursor to the
desired position on the screen.

Highlight the lower cursor.

Move the lower cursor to the
desired position on the screen.

Note

Even when the key labels are not displayed at the
bottom of the screen, you still can use the arrow
keys. This allows full control of both cursors while
having full screen view.

Figure 25. Voltage Measurement with Cursors

The screen shows the voltage difference between the two
cursors and the voltage at the cursors. (See Figure 25.)

Use horizontal cursors to measure the amplitude, high or
low value, or overshoot of a waveform.

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Using Vertical Cursors on a Waveform

To use the cursors for a time measurement (T, 1/T), for a
mVs-mAs-mWs measurement, or for an RMS
measurement of the waveform section between the
cursors, do the following:

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1

CURSOR

From scope mode, display the
cursor key labels.

2

F1

3

F3

4

5

F2

6

7

F2

Press to highlight

Choose, for example, time
measurement: T.

Choose the waveform that you

want the markers to be placed on:

A, B, C, D or M (Mathematics).

Highlight the left cursor.

Move the left cursor to the desired
position on the waveform.

Highlight the right cursor.

Figure 26. Time Measurement with Cursors

8

Move the right cursor to the
desired position on the waveform.

The screen shows the time difference between the cursors
and the voltage difference between the two markers. (See
Figure 26.)

9

F4

Select OFF to turn off the cursors.

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Making Cursor Measurements

3

Notes

− For mVs select probe type ‘Voltage’.

− For mAs select probe type ‘Current’.

− For mWs select mathematical function x,

and probe type ‘Voltage’ for one channel
and ‘Current’ for the other channel.

Using Cursors on a Mathematical Result (+ - x) Waveform

Cursor measurements on, for examle, a AxB waveform
give a reading in Watts if input A measures (milli)Volts and
input B measures (milli)Amperes.

For other cursor measurements on, for example, a A+B,
A-B or AxB waveform no reading will be available if the
input A and input B measurement unit are different.

Using Cursors on Spectrum Measurements

To do a cursor measurent on a spectrum, do the following:

1

2

From Spectrum measurement
display the cursor key label.

Move the cursor and observe the
readings at the top of the screen.

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Making Rise Time Measurements

To measure rise time, do the following:

1

2
3

4

5

6
7

The reading shows the risetime from 10%-90% of the
waveform amplitude.

CURSOR

F1

F4

F3

F2

From scope mode, display the
cursor key labels.

Press to highlight

For multiple waveforms select the
required waveform A, B, C, D or
M (if a math function is active).

Select MANUAL or AUTO (this
automatically does steps 5 to 7).

Move the upper cursor to 100% of
the waveform height. A marker is
shown at 90%.

Highlight the other cursor.

Move the lower cursor to 0% of
the waveform height. A marker is
shown at 10%.

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Figure 27. Risetime Measurement

Note

Direct access to Rise time or Fall time with
cursors on is possible via the key sequence
SCOPE, F2 – READING, and then selection of
Rise or Fall time.

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This chapter provides an introduction to the trigger
functions of the test tool. Triggering tells the test tool when
to begin displaying the waveform. You can use fully
automatic triggering, take control of one or more main
trigger functions (semi-automatic triggering), or you can
use dedicated trigger functions to capture special
waveforms.

Following are some typical trigger applications:

• Use the Connect-and-View™ function to have full

automatic triggering and instant display of virtually any
waveform.

Chapter 4

Triggering on Waveforms

• If the signal is unstable or has a very low frequency,

you can control the trigger level, slope, and trigger
delay for a better view of the signal. (See next
section.)

• For dedicated applications, use one of the four

manual trigger functions:

• Edge triggering

• Video triggering

• Pulse Width triggering

• External Triggering (models 190-xx2 only)

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Setting Trigger Level and Slope

The Connect-and-View™ function enables hands-off
triggering to display complex unknown signals.

When your test tool is in manual range, do the following:

Automatic triggering assures a stable display of virtually
any signal.

From this point, you can take over the basic trigger
controls such as level, slope and delay. To optimize trigger
level and slope manually, do the following:

1

2

TRIGGER

F2

3

F3

Perform an auto set. AUTO appears
at the top right of the screen.

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

Trigger on either positive slope or
negative slope of the chosen
waveform.

In Dual Slope Triggering ( X ) the
test tool triggers on both positive
slope and negative slope.

Enable the arrow keys for manual
trigger level adjustment.

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Figure 28. Screen with all Trigger Information

4

Observe the trigger icon that indicates the trigger
position, trigger level, and slope.

At the bottom of the screen the trigger parameters are
displayed (See Figure 28). For example,
means that input A is used as the trigger source with a
positive slope.

When a valid trigger signal is found, the trigger key will be
lit and the trigger parameters appear in black.

When no trigger is found, the trigger parameters appear in
gray, ands the key light will be off.

Adjust the trigger level.

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Using Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger

4

Using Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger

You can begin to display the waveform some time before
or after the trigger point has been detected. Initially, you
have a half screen (6 divisions) of pre-trigger view
(negative delay).

To set the trigger delay, do the following:

5

Observe that the trigger icon on the screen moves to
show the new trigger position. When the trigger position
moves left off of the screen, the trigger icon changes into

to indicate that you have selected a trigger delay.
Moving the trigger icon to the right on the display gives
you a pre-trigger view. This allows you to see what
happened before the trigger event, or what caused the
trigger.

In case of a trigger delay, the status at the bottom of the
screen will change. For example:

This means that input A is used as the trigger source with
a positive slope. The 500.0 ms indicates the (positive)
delay between trigger point and waveform display.

Hold down to adjust the trigger
delay.

When a valid trigger signal is found, the trigger key will be
lit and the trigger parameters appear in black.

When no trigger is found, the trigger parameters appear in
gray, ands the key light will be off.

Figure 29. Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger View

Figure 29 shows an example of a trigger delay of 500 ms
(top) and an example of pre-trigger view of 8 divisions
(bottom).

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Automatic Trigger Options

In the trigger menu, settings for automatic triggering can

be changed as follows. (See also Chapter 1: “Displaying
an Unknown Signal with Connect-and-View”)

1

TRIGGER

The

TRIGGER key labels can differ depending on

the latest trigger function used.

2

3

ENTER

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

Note

Open the TRIGGER OPTIONS menu.

Open the AUTOMATIC TRIGGER menu.

If the frequency range of the automatic triggering is set to
> 15 Hz, the Connect-and-View™ function responds more
quickly. The response is quicker because the test tool is
instructed not to analyze low frequency signal
components. However, when you measure frequencies
lower than 15 Hz, the test tool must be instructed to
analyze low frequency components for automatic
triggering:

4

ENTER

Select > 1 HZ and return to the

measurement screen.

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F4

ENTER

ENTER

Triggering on Edges

4

Triggering on Edges

If the signal is unstable or has a very low frequency, use
edge triggering to obtain full manual trigger control.

To trigger on rising edges of the input A waveform, do the
following:

1

TRIGGER

2

3

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

Open the TRIGGER OPTIONS menu.

Open the TRIGGER ON EDGE menu.

When Free Run is selected, the test tool updates the

screen even if there are no triggers. A waveform always
appears on the screen.

When On Trigger is selected, the test tool needs a trigger

to display a waveform. Use this mode if you want to

update the screen only when valid triggers occur.
When Single Shot is selected, the test tool waits for a

trigger. After receiving a trigger, the waveform is displayed
and the instrument is set to HOLD.

In most cases it is advised to use the Free Run mode:

4

5

ENTER

Observe that the key labels at the bottom of the screen
have adapted to allow further selection of specific edge
trigger settings:

Select Free Run, jump to Trigger
Filter.

Set Trigger Filter to Off.

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Triggering on Noisy Waveforms

To reduce jitter on the screen when triggering on noisy
waveforms, you can use a trigger filter. Continue from step
3 of the previous example as follows:

4

ENTER

5

ENTER

When Noise Reject is on, an increased trigger gap will be

applied.

When HF Reject is on, HF noise on the (internal) trigger

signal will be suppressed.

Select On Trigger, jump to Trigger
Filter.

Set Noise Reject or HF Reject to
On. This is indicated by a taller

trigger icon .

Making a Single Acquisition

To catch single events, you can perform a single shot

acquisition (one-time screen update). To set up the test
tool for a single shot of the input A waveform, continue
from step 3 (page 61) again:

4

ENTER

Select Single Shot.

The word MANUAL appears at the top of the screen
indicating that the test tool is waiting for a trigger. As soon
as the test tool receives a trigger, the waveform is
displayed and the instrument is set to hold. This is
indicated by the word HOLD at top of the screen.

The test tool will now have a screen like Figure 30.

5

Arm the test tool for a new single
shot.

Tip

The test tool stores all single shots in the replay
memory. Use the Replay function to look at all
the stored single shots (see Chapter 3).

Figure 30. Making a Single Shot Measurement

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Triggering on Waveforms

ENTER

Triggering on Edges

4

N-Cycle Triggering

N-Cycle triggering enables you to create a stable picture of
for example n-cycle burst waveforms.

Each next trigger is generated after the waveform has
crossed the trigger level N times in the direction that
complies with the selected trigger slope.

To select N-Cycle triggering, continue from step 3 (page

61) again:

4

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

Observe that the key labels at the bottom of the screen
have been changed to allow further selection of specific
N-Cycle trigger settings:

Select On Trigger or Single Shot,
jump to Trigger Filter.

Select a Trigger Filter or set it Off.

Set NCycle to On.

7

Set the number of cycles N

8

Waveforms with N-Cycle triggering (N=2) and without N­Cycle triggering are shown in Figure 31.

Adjust the trigger level

Figure 31. N-Cycle triggering

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Triggering on External Waveforms (models 190-xx2)

Use external triggering when you want to display
waveforms on inputs A and B while triggering on a third
signal. You can choose external triggering with automatic
triggering or with edge triggering.

1 Supply a signal to the red and black 4-mm

banana jack inputs.

In this example you continue from the Trigger on Edges
example. To choose the external signal as trigger source,
continue as follows:

2

TRIGGER

3

F1

Display the TRIGGER (On Edges)
key labels.

Select Ext (external) edge trigger.

Observe that the key labels at the bottom of the screen
have been adapted to allow selection of two different
external trigger levels: 0.12 V and 1.2 V:

4

F3

From this point the trigger level is fixed and is compatible
with logic signals.

Select 1.2V under the Ext LEVEL

label.

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F4

ENTER

Triggering on Video Signals

Triggering on Video Signals

To trigger on a video signal, first select the standard of the
video signal you are going to measure:

1 Apply a video signal to the red input A.

4

2

TRIGGER

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

3

Open the Trigger Options menu.

Figure 32. Measuring Interlaced Video Signals

4

ENTER

Select Video on A … to open the

TRIGGER ON VIDEO menu.

6

ENTER

Select a video standard or Non
interlaced… and return.

If you select Non interlaced a
scan rate selection menu will
open.

5

Select positive signal polarity for
video signals with negative going
sync pulses.

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Trigger level and slope are now fixed.

Observe that the key labels at the bottom of the screen
have been changed to allow further selection of specific
video trigger settings.

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Triggering on Video Frames

Use FIELD 1 or FIELD 2 to trigger either on the first half of

the frame (odd) or on the second half of the frame
(even).To trigger on the second half of the frame, do the
following:

7

F1

The signal part of the even field is displayed on the
screen.

Choose FIELD 2.

Triggering on Video Lines

Use ALL LINES to trigger on all line synchronization

pulses (horizontal synchronization).

7

F2

The signal of one line is displayed on the screen. The
screen is updated with the signal of the next line
immediately after the test tool triggers on the horizontal
synchronization pulse.

To view a specific video line in more detail, you can select
the line number. For example, to measure on video line
123, continue from step 6 as follows:

7

F3

8

The signal of line 123 is displayed on the screen. Observe
that the status line now also shows the selected line
number. The screen is continuously updated with the
signal of line 123.

Choose ALL LINES.

Enable video line selection.

Select number 123.

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Triggering on Pulses

4

Triggering on Pulses

Use pulse width triggering to isolate and display specific
pulses that you can qualify by time, such as glitches,
missing pulses, bursts or signal dropouts.

Detecting Narrow Pulses

To set the test tool to trigger on narrow positive pulses
shorter than 5 ms, do the following:

1 Apply a video signal to the red input A.
2

TRIGGER

3

4

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

Open the TRIGGER OPTIONS menu.

Select Pulse Width on A... to open
the trigger on pulse width menu.

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

7

ENTER

The test tool is now prepared to trigger on narrow pulses
only. Observe that the trigger key labels at the bottom of
the screen have been adapted to set the pulse conditions:

Select the positive pulse icon,

then jump to Condition.

Select <t, then jump to Update.

Select On Trigger.

To set the pulse width to 5 ms, do the following:

8

F1

9

All narrow positive pulses shorter than 5 ms are now
displayed on the screen. (See Figure 33).

Enable the arrow keys to adjust
the pulse width.

Select 5 ms.

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Tip

The test tool stores all triggered screens in the
replay memory. For example, if you setup your
triggering for glitches, you can capture 100
glitches with time stamps. Use the REPLAY key t o
look at all the stored glitches.

Figure 33. Triggering on Narrow Glitches

Finding Missing Pulses

The next example covers finding missing pulses in a train
of positive pulses. In this example it is assumed that the
pulses have a 100 ms distance between the rising edges.
If the time accidently increases to 200 ms, a pulse is
missing. To set the test tool to trigger on such missing
pulses, let it trigger on gaps bigger than about 110 ms.

Do the following:

1

TRIGGER

Display the TRIGGER key labels.

2

3

Open the TRIGGER OPTIONS menu.

Select Pulse Width on A... to
open the TRIGGER ON PULSE WIDTH

menu.

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F1

Triggering on Pulses

4

4

ENTER

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

The test tool is now prepared to trigger on pulses that are
more than a selectable time in duration. Observe that the
trigger menu at the bottom of the screen has been
adapted to set the pulse condition:

Select the positive pulse icon to
trigger on a positive pulse, then

jump to Condition: .
Select >t, then jump to Update: .

Select On Trigger and exit the

menu.

To set the pulse width to 110 ms, continue as follows:

7

8

Figure 34. Triggering on Missing Pulses

Enable the arrow keys to adjust
the pulse width.

Select 110 ms.

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Using Memory and PC

USB stick

Mini USB

About this Chapter

This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the
general functions of the test tool that can be used in the
three main modes: Scope, Meter, or Recorder. You will
find information on computer communication at the end of
this chapter.

Using the USB Ports

The test tool is provided with two USB ports:

• a USB-host port to connect an external flash memory

drive (‘USB-stick’) for data storage.

• a mini-USB-B port which allows you to connect the

test tool to a PC for remote control and data transfer
under PC-control, see Using FlukeView

®

on page 79.

The ports are fully isolated from the input channels and
are covered with dust covers when not in use.

Figure 35. Test Tool USB Connections

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Memory locations

30x

10x

9x

1 screen

screens

record data

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Saving and Recalling

You can:

• Save screens and setups to internal memory, and

recall them again from memory. The test tool has 30
‘screen and setup’ memories, 10 ‘record and setup’
memories, and 9 screen image memories. See also

•

• Table 1.

• Save up to 256 screens and setups to a USB memory

device, and recall them again from memory.

• Name saved screens and setups according to your

own preferences.

• Recall screens and recordings to analyze the screen

image at a later date.

• Recall a setup to continue a measurement with the

recalled operating configuration.

Notes

Saved data is stored in non-volatile Flash
memory.

Not saved instrument data is stored in RAM
memory and will be kept at least 30 seconds
when the battery is removed when no power is
supplied via the BC190 power adapter.

Table 1. Test Tool Internal Memory

METER Setup +

SCOPE Setup +

1 screen

SCOPE REC - Setup +

TRENDPLOT - Setup +

Setup +

100 replay

Notes:

- In persistence mode, the most recent

waveform will be saved, not all
waveforms that build the persistence
display.

- Screen image

Screen image

Screen image

Screen image

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F1

Saving and Recalling

- In the displayed file list of stored data
the following symbols are used:

setup + 1 screen

setup + replay screens/record data

setup + trendplot data

screen image (imagexxx.bmp

- a screen image can be copied to a U S B
stick connected to the test tool. The
USB stick connected to a PC allows
you to insert the image for instance
into a text document. The copying
function is available under SAVE and
F4 – File OPTIONS. A screen image
can not be recalled on to the screen.

Saving Screens with Associated Setups

To save for example a screen+setup in Scope mode, do
the following:

1

SAVE

From this point the screen is frozen.

2

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the SAVE menu.

Observe the number of available
and used memory locations.

In METER mode the SAVE AS menu
will be shown now as only a
setup+screen can be saved, see
step 4.

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3

F1

Select the target memory INT
(internal memory) or USB (USB
device).

Observe the new SAVE menu if you
select USB.

4

ENTER

Select Screen+Setup and open
the SAVE AS menu.

Below Save As: the default name +
serial number and OK SAVE are

5

ENTER

To resume your measurements press

already selected.

To modify the name for this
particular Screen+Setup or to
modify the default name see below

‘Editing Names’.

Save the Screen+setup.

.

You can save data in .csv format to
a USB stick. The saved .csv file
can be used to analyze the data in
e.g. FlukeView® ScopeMeter® or in
Excel.

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F3

F4

F1

F2

F1

Saving and Recalling

All memories in use

If no free memory locations are available a message pops
up that proposes to you to overwrite the oldest data set.
Do one of the following:

If you don’t want to overwrite the oldest data set,

- press

locations, and save again.

If you want to overwrite the oldest data set,

- press

, the delete one or more memory

.

Editing names

To name the screen+setup according to your own
preferences, continue from step 4 as follows:

5

6

7

ENTER

8

Open the EDIT NAME menu.

Skip to a new character position.

Select another character and press
ENTER to accept your choice.

Repeat 6 and 7 until done.

Accept the name and return to the

SAVE AS menu.

9

ENTER

To modify the default name generated by the test tool,
continue from step 8 as follows:

9

ENTER

10

ENTER

The ‘record+setup’ memory locations store
more than just what is visible on the screen.
In TrendPlot or Scope Record mode the full
recording is saved. In scope mode you can
save all 100 replay screens in a single
record+setup memory location. The table below
shows what you can store for the various test
tool modes.

To save a TrendPlot press STOP first.

Highlight OK SAVE to save the
actual screen using the edited
name.

Highlight SET DEFAULT to save
the new default name.

Highlight OK SAVE to save the
actual screen using the new default
name.

Notes

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Saving Screens in .bmp Format (Print Screen)

To save a screen in bitmap (.bmp) format, do the
following:

1

SAVE

2

F3

The file is saved using a fixed name (IMAGE) and a serial
number, for example IMAGE004.bmp.

If no free memory locations are available a message pops
up that proposes to you to overwrite the oldest data set.
Do one of the following:

If you don’t want to overwrite the oldest data set,

- press

locations, and save again.

- If you want to overwrite the oldest data set,

- press

Display the SAVE key labels.

Save the screen to:

- Internal memory (INT) if no

USB device is connected.

a USB device if connected.

, then delete one or more memory

.

Deleting Screens with Associated Setups

To delete a screen and associated setup, do the following:

1

SAVE

2

F4

3

F1

4

5

ENTER

6

F2

7

ENTER

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the FILE OPTIONS menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device.

Highlight DELETE ,

Accept your choice and jump to the
filename field

Select the file to be deleted,

Or

Select all files for deletion.

Delete the selected files.

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F1

ENTER

ENTER

F1

Saving and Recalling

Recalling Screens with Associated Setups

To recall a screen+setup, do the following:

1

SAVE

2

F2

3

4

5

6

7

Observe that the recalled waveform is displayed and that

HOLD appears on the screen. From this point you can use

cursors and zoom for analysis or you can print the recalled
screen.

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the RECALL menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device.

Highlight DATA .

Accept your choice and jump to the
filename field

Select the file to be recalled.

Recall the selected screen+setup.

To recall a screen as a reference waveform to compare it
to an actually measured waveform, see Chapter 1
‘Comparing Waveforms’.

Recalling a Setup Configuration

To recall a setup configuration, do the following:

1

SAVE

Display the SAVE key labels.

2

F2

3

4

5

ENTER

6

7

ENTER

From this point you continue in the new operating
configuration.

Open the RECALL menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device.

Highlight setup .

Accept your choice and jump to the
filename field.

Select the file to be recalled,

Recall the selected setup.

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Viewing Stored Screens

To scroll through the memories while looking at the stored
screens, do the following:

1

SAVE

2

F2

3

F1

4

ENTER

5

6

F2

7

8

F3

9

F4

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the RECALL menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device.

Jump to the filename field.

Highlight a file.

View the screen, and open the
viewer.

Scroll through all stored screens.

Save the screen to USB device (if
connected) or internal memory.

Exit the View mode.

Note:

In the VIEW mode the replay screens of a
saved ‘record+setup’ cannot be viewed! Only
the screen at the instant of saving can be
reviewed in this way. To see all replay screens
recall them from memory using the RECALL
option.

Renaming Stored Screens and Setup Files

To modify the name of stored files, do the following:

1

SAVE

2

F4

3

F1

4

5

ENTER

6

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the FILE OPTIONS menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device.

Highlight RENAME.

Accept your choice and jump to the
filename field.

Highlight the file to be renamed.

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F4

F2

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7

8

9

10

ENTER

ENTER

F1

Open the RENAME menu.

Skip to a new character position.

Select another character.

Repeat 8 and 9 until done.

Accept the name and return to the

RENAME menu.

Copying-Moving Stored Screens and Setup Files

You can copy or move a file from internal memory to a
USB device or from a USB device to internal memory.

To copy or to move a file, do the following:

1

SAVE

2

3

F1

Display the SAVE key labels.

Open the FILE OPTIONS menu.

Select the source, internal memory
(INT) or a USB device. The other
memory will become the
destination.

4

5

ENTER

6

7

ENTER

Highlight COPY to copy or MOVE to
move (copy and delete source) a
file.

Accept your choice and jump to the
filename field.

Select the file to be copied or
moved,

Or

Select all files

Copy or delete the selected files.

Using FlukeView®

With the FlukeView® software you can upload waveform
data and screen bitmaps to your PC or notebook computer
for further processing.

USB drivers for the test tool and a FlukeView
version with restricted functionality are available on the
CD-ROM included in the shipment.

®

Demo

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Connecting to a Computer

To connect the test tool to a PC or notebook computer and
use the FlukeView software for Windows
the following:

• Use a USB-A to mini-USB-B interface cable to

connect a computer to the mini USB PORT of the test
tool (See Figure 36).

• Install the test tool USB drivers, see Appendix A.

• Install the FlukeView

about installing and using the FlukeView
ScopeMeter

®

®

Demo version. For information

software see the FlukeView® Users

Manual on the CD ROM.

Figure 36. Connecting a Computer

®

(SW90W), do

®

.

Notes

- The optional kit SCC290 contains an
activation code to convert the
FlukeView® Demo version into a fully
operational version.

- A complete FlukeV i ew® version can be
ordered using ordering code SW90W.
For use with the Fluke Series II
ScopeMeter®test tools
FlukeView®ScopeMeter®release V5.1
or higher is required.

- The test tool input channels are
electrically isolated from the USB port.

- Remote control and data transfer via
mini-USB is not possible while saving
or recalling data to or from the USB­stick.

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This chapter gives you information and tips on how you
can make the best use of the test tool.

Chapter 6

Tips

Using the Standard Accessories

The following illustrations show the use of the standard
accessories such as voltage probes, test leads, and the
various clips.

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Figure 37. HF Voltage Probe Connection Using

Ground Spring

Warning

To avoid electrical shock or fire, do not
connect the ground spring to voltages higher
than 30 Vrms from earth ground.

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Figure 38. Electronic Connections for Measurements

Using Hook Clips and Alligator Clip Grounding

 Warning

To avoid electrical shock, re-apply the insulation
sleeve (Figure 1, item e) over the probe tip when
the hook clip is not used. This also avoids the
risk of accidently interconnecting the reference
contact of multiple probes when groundleads
are connected or avoids short-circuiting any
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Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs

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Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs

You can use the independently floating isolated inputs to
measure signals that are independently floating from each
other.

Independently floating isolated inputs offer additional
safety and measurement capabilities compared to inputs
with common references or grounds.

Measuring Using Independently Floating Isolated Inputs

The test tool has independently floating isolated inputs.
Each input section (A, B, C, D – A, B, METER INPUT) has
its own signal input and its own reference input. The
reference input of each input section is electrically isolated
from the reference inputs of the other input sections. The
isolated input architecture makes the test tool about as
versatile as having four independent instruments. The
advantages of having independently floating isolated
inputs are:

• It allows simultaneous measurement of independently

floating signals.

• Additional safety. Since the commons are not directly

connected, the chance of causing short circuit when
measuring multiple signals is greatly reduced.

• Additional safety. When measuring in systems with

multiple grounds, the ground currents induced are
kept to a minimum.

Because the references are not connected together inside
the test tool, each reference of the used inputs must be
connected to a reference voltage.

Independently floating isolated inputs are still coupled by
parasitic capacitance. This can occur between the input
references and the environment, and between the input
references mutually (see Figure 39). For this reason, you
should connect the references to a system ground or
another stable voltage. If the reference of an input is
connected to a high speed and / or high voltage signal,
you should be aware of parasitic capacitance. (See Figure
39, Figure 41, Figure 42 and Figure 43.)

Note

The input channels are electrically isolated from
the USB port and from the power adapter input.

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B

C

D

SAME
POTENTIAL

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Figure 39. Parasitic capacitance between probes,

instrument and environment

Note:

Parasitic capacitances such as shown in Figure
39, 41 and 43 can cause ringing on the signal.
Ringing can be limited by adding a ferrite bead
around the probe cable.

Warning

To avoid electrical shock, alw ays use t he
insulation sleeve (Figure 1, item e) or the
hook clip when using the probe reference
(ground) lead. The voltage applied to the
reference lead is also present on the ground
ring near the probe tip as shown in Figure 40.
The isolation sleeve avoids the risk of
accidently interconnecting the ref er ence
contact of multiple probes when groundleads
are connected or short-circuiting any circuitry
via the bare ground ring..

Figure 40. Probe Tip

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M

MOTION/MOTOR CONTROLLER

DC BUS

DC BUS

DIGITAL
GROUND

+

-

A

D

ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL CONTROLLER

ANALOG
GROUND

DIGITAL
GROUND

A

D

Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs

Figure 42. Correct connection of reference leads

Figure 41. Parasitic capacitance between analog and

digital reference

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ANALOG
GROUND

DIGITAL
GROUND

A

D

Kensington lock
support

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Power adapter input

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Figure 43. Wrong connection of reference leads

Noise that is picked up by reference lead D can be
transmitted by parasitic capacitance to the analog input
amplifier.

Using the Tilt Stand

The test tool is equipped with a tilt stand, allowing viewing
from an angle while placed on a table. The typical position
is shown in Figure 44.

Figure 44. Using the Tilt Stand

Note

An optional Hanging Hook, ordering code HH290,
can be attached to the rear of the test tool. The
hook enables you to hang the test tool at a
convenient viewing position, for example a
cabinet door or a separation wall.

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Kensington®-lock

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Kensington®-lock

The test tool is provided with a security slot compatible
with a Kensington® lock, see Figure 44.

The Kensington Security Slot along with a locking cable
provides physical security against thefts of opportunity.
Locking cables can be obtained from, for example, laptop
computer accessory dealers.

Fixing the Hangstrap

A hang strap is supplied with the test tool. The figure
below shows how to attach the strap correctly to the test
tool.

Figure 45. Fixing the Hangstrap

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Resetting the Test Tool

If you want to reset the test tool to the factory settings,
without clearing the memories, do the following:

1

2

USER

3

The test tool turns on, and you should hear a double beep,
indicating the reset was successful.

4

USER

Turn the test tool off.

Press and hold.

Press and release.

Release.

Suppressing Key Labels and Menu’s

You can close a menu or hide key label at any time:

Hide any key label, press again to display the
key label again (toggle function).

A displayed menu will be closed.

To display menus or key labels, press one of the yellow
menu keys, e.g. the SCOPE key.

You can also close a menu using the
CLOSE.

softkey

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F2

ENTER

F4

Changing the Information Language

6

Changing the Information Language

During operation of the test tool, messages may appear at
the bottom of the screen. You can select the language in
which these messages are displayed. In this example you
can select English or French. To change the language
from English to French, do the following:

1

2

USER

3
4

The languages available in your test tool may
differ from this example.

Display the USER key labels.

Open the LANGUAGE SELECT
menu.

Highlight FRENCH.

Accept French as the language.

Note

Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness

To adjust the contrast and backlight brightness, do the
following:

1

2

3
4

To save battery power, the test tool is in economic
brightness mode when operated on the battery. The high
brightness intensity increases when you connect the
power adapter.

USER

The new contrast and brightness are stored until
a new adjustment is made.

Using dimmed light lengthens battery power
operating time. See Chapter 8 ‘Specifications’,
section ‘Miscellaneous’.

Display the USER key labels.

Enable the arrow keys for manual
contrast and backlight adjustment.

Adjust the contrast of the screen.

Change the backlight.

Note

Note

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ScopeMeter® Test Tool 190 Series II

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Users Manual

Changing Date and Time

The test tool has a date and time clock. For example, to
change the date to 19 April, 2013, do the following:

1

2

USER

3

ENTER

Display the USER key labels.

Open the USER OPTIONS menu.

Open the DATE ADJUST menu.

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ENTER

5

ENTER

6

ENTER

7

ENTER

You can change the time in a similar way by opening the

Time Adjust… menu (steps 2 and 3.)

Choose 2013, jump to Month: .

Choose 04, jump to Day: .

Choose 19, jump to Format: .

Choose DD/MM/YY, accept the new

date.

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