Monarch 122 Instruction Manual

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True RMS Datalogging Multimeter

Monarch 122

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Instruction Manual

14. With the exception of replacing the battery or fuses, this

13. To avoid false readings, replace the battery immediately

12. Keep fingers behind the finger guards on the test leads

11. Exercise extreme caution when working with voltages

10. Do not connect the test leads to a voltage source when

9. Discharge all capacitors in a circuit before measuring

8. Do not measure resistance or continuity in a circuit or test

7. Do not exceed the rated voltage between any input jack

6. Do not, under any circumstances, exceed the maximum

5. Ensure the Function Selector switch is in the proper

4. Ensure the test leads are installed in the proper connectors

3. Ensure that the instrument and test leads are in good

2. Do not use this instrument in any manner inconsistent with

1. Read and follow all instructions in this manual carefully,

instrument is not user serviceable. For technical

assistance, contact the sales organization from which you

purchased the product or Monarch Instrument directly.

when the low battery indication appears.

when making measurements.

above 60Vdc or 30Vac. Such voltages pose a shock hazard.

the test leads are connected to the µA /mA or 10A input jacks.

capacitance.

diodes while power is applied to that circuit.

and ground.

ratings of this instrument.

position for the measurement to be made.

for the measurement to be made.

condition with no visible signs of damage before use.

these operating instructions or under any conditions that

exceed the environmental specifications stated.

and retain this manual for future reference.

Safeguards and Precautions

referencing this clause.

SELLER warrants that any software supplied will operate in accordance with the

documentation or manual supplied therewith in all material respects when used in strict

compliance with such documentation or manual. Notwithstanding the foregoing, BUYER

acknowledges that, since software is complex and therefore may have defects, BUYER’s

sole and exclusive remedy for any such defects or breach of this warranty shall be to

require SELLER, within a reasonable period of time, to provide all reasonable programming

services to correct programming errors in the software. Except as provided above SELLER

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theory of liability.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,

CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE LOSSES OR DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT

LIMITED TO, LOSSES OR DAMAGES FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST DATA) AS THE

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OR SOFTWARE, EVEN IF SELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OR MADE AWARE OF THE

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LIABILITY.

This limited warranty does not extend or apply to consumables (including, but not limited

to, lamps and batteries, if applicable) or equipment, instruments or accessories which are

warranted separately by the original manufacturer of these items.

SELLER warrants hardware products to be free from any defect in materials or workmanship

for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment to BUYER. SELLER’s entire liability and

BUYER’s sole and exclusive remedy resulting from any defect in workmanship or material

in the hardware product covered by this limited warranty shall be limited to and fully

discharged by the SELLER’s option of replacement or repair of such item without charge.

The limited warranty provided in this clause is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or

implied, arising by law or otherwise. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY

AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. This limited warranty

shall not be modified except by an arrangement signed by both parties specifically

LIMITED WARRANTY

Importer (Amherst, NH) Alan Woolfson, VP Engineering (Authorized Signature)

July 2000

and therefore conforms in accordance with 89/336/EEC-EMC Directive. The

testing of this product was performed by GesTek EMC Lab. in July of 2000.

(Ref. No. 0007018E).

EMC: EN55022/1998, CISPR 22, Class B

to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards:

Name: True RMS Multimeter

Model: Monarch 122

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

EN50082-1/1997 / EN61000-4 Series

Division of Monarch International Inc.

declares that the product:

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7.0 Setup TestLink (Multimeter) – RS232 Interface Software

8.0 Running TestLink

6.3 Fuse Replacement .......................................................................................................

8.1 Open TestLink ...........................................................................................................

8.2 Real Time Tabular and Real Time Graph ................................................................

8.3 Datalogger .................................................................................................................

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6.4 Closing the Instrument Case ......................................................................................

6.0 Battery and Fuse Replacement

5.9 Capacitance Measurements........................................................................................

6.1 Opening the Instrument Case .....................................................................................

6.2 Battery Replacement ...................................................................................................

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5.6 Diode Tests...................................................................................................................

5.7 Frequency and RPM Measurements ..........................................................................

5.8 Temperature Measurements .......................................................................................

5.3 AC/DC Current Measurements ...................................................................................

5.4 Resistance Measurements..........................................................................................

5.5 Continuity Measurements ...........................................................................................

5.0 Operating Instructions

5.1 AC Voltage Measurements ..........................................................................................

5.2 DC Voltage Measurements..........................................................................................

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1.0 Introduction

2.0 Specifications

3.0 Symbol Definitions and Feature Locations

4.0 Control Functions

4.1 Function Selector Rotary Switch................................................................................

4.14

4.15 Digital Output ...............................................................................................................

4.12 µA/mA Measuring Connector......................................................................................

4.13 COM Measuring Connector.........................................................................................

V, Hz, , RPM, , ȍ, TEMP Measuring Connector ............................................

4.9 Second Function Button .............................................................................................

4.10 Auto Power Off .............................................................................................................

4.11 20A Measuring Connector ..........................................................................................

4.6 Relative Operation .......................................................................................................

4.7 Voltage or Current to Frequency Function................................................................

4.8 Backlight Button ..........................................................................................................

4.3 MAX/MIN Button...........................................................................................................

4.2 Range Button ...............................................................................................................

4.4 Data Hold Function ......................................................................................................

4.5 Peak Hold Function .....................................................................................................

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Table of Contents

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2.0 Specifications:

1.0 Introduction:

Range

Active Range Test Voltage Overload protection

Under 40

<1.5V 600Vrms

Continuity Beeper:

400K

40M

10K

100

0.6%+2

1%+3 <1.5VDC 600Vrms

<1.5VDC 600Vrms

Resistance (Autoranging):

Range

40K

400

0.1

0.6%+2

0.6%+2 <1.5VDC 600Vrms

<1.5VDC 600Vrms

20A 10mA 1%+2 <1V 15A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

Resolution

Accuracy

Test Voltage Overload Protection

4000uA 1uA

400mA 100uA

40mA 10uA

0.8%+2

<0.25V

<1.5V

<1V

0.5A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

Range

400uA 0.1uA 0.8%+2 <0.25V 0.5A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

Resolution

Accuracy

Burden Voltage Overload Protection

DC Current (uA and mA - Autoranging):

1000V 1V 0.5%+2

10M



1200V peak

400V 100mV

40V 10mV

4V 1mV

0.3%+2

10M



1200V peak

DC Voltage (Autoranging):

Range

400mV 0.1mV 0.3%+2 100 M

Resolution

Accuracy

Input Impedance Overload Protection

1200V peak

400mA 100uA

40mA 10uA

20A 10mA

1.3%+5

1.5%+5 1.8%+5

1.6%+5

<0.25Vrms

<1.5Vrms

<1Vrms 15A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

0.5A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

4000uA 1uA

Range Resolution

400uA 0.1uA

45Hz~500Hz 500Hz~1KHz

1.3%+5 1.6%+5

1.3%+5

1.6%+5

<0.25Vrms 0.5A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

Voltage

<1Vrms

0.5A / 600V Fast Blow Fuse

Overload Protection

Accuracy

Burden

AC Current (uA and mA - Autoranging):

750V 1V 0.8%+5

1.2%+5

10M



1200V peak

400V 100mV 0.5%+5

1%+5

10M



1200V peak

400mV 0.1mV 100M

40V 10mV 0.5%+5

4V 1mV 0.5%+5 1%+5 10M

1%+5

10M



1200V peak

AC Voltage (Autoranging):

Range

Resolution

45Hz~500Hz 500Hz~1KHz

Accuracy

Impedance

Input

Overload Protection

This instrument is a true RMS autoranging digital multimeter capable of measuring AC voltage

and current, DC voltage and current, resistance, continuity, frequency, RPM, temperature and

capacitance. It is also equipped with a diode testing feature. It provides a full 32,000 record

datalogging capability. The instrument complies with IEC 1010-1 1000V CAT III.

Select DataLogger from the menu to load recorded data from the multimeter. A progress

8.3 Datalogger

tool bar (see figure above).

8.2 Real Time Tabular and Real Time Graph

Select Run from the menu or press

collection from the multimeter.

To change the data interval, edit the sampling rate from the box on the right hand side of



from the tool bar to begin real time data

Real Time Tabular

Analog Indicator

MAX/MIN Status

Real Time Graph

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Install TestLink:

1. Close all other applications before installing TestLink software.

2. Insert setup diskette 1 in floppy disk drive.

8.0 Running TestLink:

8.1 Open TestLink

Select TestLink from Start menu of Windows. Your display should appear as below.

Menu and Tool Bar Real Time Data Sampling

Digital Display Window

3. Choose the Start button on the Taskbar and select Run.

4. Type a:\setup and choose OK to copy SE120.exe (executable file) and Help file to your

hard disk (default is c:\program files\TestLink\SE120).

Data Sets Window – Displays how many data sets were loaded and the detail

information for each data set (start date, start time, recording rate and data length). Click

on any data set to choose the set for graph and tabular window.

For other operating instructions, please refer to the online help while executing

TestLink.

bar will show how many bytes should be loaded and how many bytes have been

received. When data is loaded successfully, three new windows appear as below.

Data Sets Window

Tabular Window

Graph Window

Minimum Hardware Required:

x 486-100 MHz PC, 16 MB RAM

x At least 5 MB hard disk space available to install TestLink program

x Recommended display resolution is 800x600.

System Requirements:

2. Custom designed RS232 cable for TestLink

Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0

7.0 Setup TestLink (Multimeter) – RS232 Interface Software:

The TestLink package contains:

1. Two 3.5” diskettes instrument over, and replace the five screws in the back.

Note: Do not over tighten screws. Excessive tightening could strip the threads in the

plastic case.

6.4 Closing the Instrument Case

To avoid damage to the meter or potential electrical hazard or shock, replace fuses with exact replacements.

Do not use higher rated fuses in either location.

Ensure the Function Selector switch has not been rotated from the position when it was

removed. Check to be certain that the battery leads are safely routed through the slot

provided for this purpose. Replace the top half of the instrument case, turn the

Remove and replace the defective fuse with an exact replacement.

Fuse ratings are as follows:

Fuse 1: F0.5A/600V 10

Fuse 2:F15A/600V

× 38mm Fast Blow

WARNING

6.3 Fuse Replacement

of the top half of the instrument case.

installing a new battery, be careful to route the battery leads through the slot in the

battery enclosure. Failure to do so could result in damage to the leads upon replacement

6.2 Battery Replacement

This instrument uses a single 9V, NEDA 1604 or IEC6F22 or JIS006P battery. When

15A fuse

Battery

Fuse 2

Turn the unit over and remove

the five screws from the back

as shown in Figure 1.

Turn the unit face up and

carefully separate the case

halves as shown in Figure 2.

Fuse 1

0.5A fuse

condition, the case must be

opened to replace the battery

or fuse(s).

Set the Function Selector

switch to the OFF position.

Figure 2

When the low battery indicator

shows in the display or when a

fuse blows due to an overload

Figure 1

6.1 Opening the Instrument Case

To prevent electrical hazard or shock, turn multimeter off and disconnect test leads before removing back cover.

6.0 Battery and Fuse Replacement:

WARNING

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Screws

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Diode Tester:

Range Resolution Accuracy Test Current Test Voltage Overload protection

1mV 1% +2 <1mA <3.5V 600Vrms

With holster: Approx. 600g (21.3 oz)

and 3 at full scale, or less than 6 at half scale

Accuracy specification: ± ([…% of reading] + [… number of least significant digits]) at

400nF 100PF 1.5%+10 600Vrms

400uF 100nF 1.9%+10

40mF 10uF 3%+10 600Vrms

4mF 1uF 1.9%+10

100% of range. Add 1% of reading for crest factor between 1.4

18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F) at less than 80% RH

40nF 10PF 1.5%+10 600Vrms

40uF 10nF 1.9%+10 600Vrms

4uF 1nF 1.5%+10 600Vrms

True RMS accuracy for ACV and ACA are specified from 5% to

Electromagnetic compatibility:

Vac and Aac only: RF field = 3V/m

Total accuracy: Specified accuracy + 2% of range

Digital display: 4000 counts

Sampling rate: Twice per second

Analog display: 41 segments

Sampling rate: 20 times per second

Overrange indication: Displays ‘OL’ when value exceeds range selected

Datalogging capability: 32,000 records

Digital Output: Bi-directional RS232. Cable and software included.

Power requirement: 9 Volt battery, NEDA 1604 or JIS 006P or IEC 6F22

Battery life: 100 hours typical. Low battery indication.

Safety: 1000V CAT III, Regulation EN61010: Part 1:1993

Dimensions: Meter only: 198×86×38mm (7.8×3.4×1.5 in)

With holster: 209×94×48mm (8.2×3.7×1.9 in)

Weight: Meter only: Approx. 430g (15.2 oz)

Capacitance (Autoranging)

°F 1

Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection

4nF 1PF 1.9%+20 600Vrms

-58 to 32

°F: 1%+8

32 to 1832

Temperature (°C/°F)

400M RPM 100K RPM 0.05%+1

400K RPM 0.1K RPM 0.05%+1

40M RPM 10K RPM 0.05%+1

Range Resolution Accuracy Overload protection

°C 1

-50 to 0°C: 1%+4

0 to 1000

4M RPM 1K RPM 0.05%+1

40K RPM 0.01K RPM 0.05%+1 <1Vrms 600Vrms

Range Resolution Accuracy Sensitivity Overload Protection

RPM (Autoranging):

400KHz 100Hz 0.05%+1

40MHZ 10KHz 0.05%+1

40KHz 10Hz 0.05%+1

4MHz 1KHz 0.05%+1

Range Resolution Accuracy Sensitivity Overload Protection

4 KHz 1Hz 0.05%+1 <1Vrms 600Vrms

Frequency (Autoranging):

<10Vrms

<1Vrms

°C: 1%+3

°F: 1%+6

600Vrms

<3Vrms

600Vrms

<10Vrms

600Vrms

<3Vrms

600Vrms

<1Vrms

600Vrms

<1Vrms

600Vrms

3.0 Symbol Definitions and Button Locations:

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Accessories: Test Leads, Battery, Holster, Temperature Converter, Type K Wire

1) LCD Display 10) Function Select Dial

2) Hold Button 11)

3) MAX/MIN Button 12) ‘Amp’ Terminal

4) Range Button 13) ‘COM’ Terminal

5) Backlight Button 14) ‘Volts, Ohms, Frequency, RPM, Capacitance,

6) Peak Hold Button Temperature, Diode Test’ Terminal

7) Relative Button 15) RS232 Interface Connector

8) Record Button 16) Holster

9) Second Function Button 17) Tilt Stand

‘

µ A/mA’ Terminal

x Altitude up to 2000 meters (6500 feet)

Temperature Probe, RS232 Cable, Software, Instruction Manual

Below 70% RH Non-condensing

x Installation category III

x Pollution Degree 2

x Indoor use only

Operating conditions:

x Operating Temperature and Humidity: 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)

Below 80% RH Non-condensing

x Storage Temperature and Humidity: -10°C - 60°C (14°F - 140°F)

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5.9 Capacitance Measurements

Notes: 1. The bar graph is disabled in the Capacitance measuring mode. However, in

2. To obtain an accurate reading, the capacitor under test must be fully the 4mF and 40mF ranges, the bargraph indicates the time required to

accomplish this measurement.

discharged. This instrument will automatically discharge the capacitor, if

necessary, but requires considerable time to do so. Because of this time

factor, it is preferable to discharge the capacitor by external means. If the

instrument is discharging a capacitor prior to measurement,

on the display.

4. Read the Capacitance on the instrument display.

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the function.

3. Connect the test leads to the leads of the capacitor being

1. Connect the red test lead to the

tested, observing proper polarity on polarized capacitors.

lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

‘

’

jack and the black test

capacitors before measuring capacitance. Use the DC voltage function to

confirm that all capacitors are fully discharged.

To avoid damage to the meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the °C °F function.

3. Press the blue button, if necessary, to select °C or °F.

4. Locate the thermocouple probe in the environment to be

5. Read the Temperature on the instrument display.

Plug a Type K thermocouple into the converter, again

measured and allow sufficient time for the probe

temperature to stabilize.

WARNING

ensuring proper polarity.

5.8 Temperature Measurements

3. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit being

4. Read the Frequency or RPM on the instrument display.

1. Plug the temperature converter module into the

For RPM measurements, press the blue button to select the

RPM function.

‘COM’

jacks, taking care to observe the proper polarities.

measured.

5.7 Frequency and RPM Measurements

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the Hz RPM function.

1. Connect the red test lead to the

lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

‘Hz’

jack and the black test

disc

will appear

‘TEMP’

and

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Open Circuit Short Circuit

5.6 Diode Tests

Note: If the polarity of the test leads is reversed, the display will read ‘OL’. This can be

4. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit being tested.

5. When the impedance between the test leads is less than 40:a continuous beeper

1. Connect the red test lead to the

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the

3. Press the blue Second Function button once to select the

5.5 Continuity Measurements

Before making any in-circuit measurements, remove power from the circuit being tested and discharge all

capacitors in the circuit.

5.4 Resistance Measurements

used to determine the anode and cathode terminals of a diode.

4. Connect the red test lead to the anode side and the black

5. Read the Forward Voltage (V

test lead to the cathode side of the diode being tested.

) on the instrument display.

3. Press the blue Second Function button twice to select the

function.

ҏҏҏҏҏfunction.

Before making any in-circuit measurements, remove power from the circuit

being tested and discharge all capacitors in the circuit.

1. Connect the red test lead to the ‘ ’ jack and the black

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the

test lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

WARNING

will activate.

‘

’

jack and the black test lead to the

tested and read the measured resistance on the instrument

display.

WARNING

:

1. Connect the red test lead to the

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the

3. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit being

lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

WARNING

Before making any in-circuit measurements, remove power from the circuit

being tested and discharge all capacitors in the circuit.

function.

‘

’

function.

‘COM’

:

function.

jack and the black test

jack.

Relative indication Revolutions per minute

Auto range indication Minimum indication

Data hold indication Datalogging indication

Low battery indication Peak max/min indication

RS-232 indication Diode indication

AC source Continuity with beeper

DC source Temperature indication

Negative polarity indication Capacitance indication

Auto power off indication Voltage/current indication

Digital value indication Frequency indication

indicator in the display. Press it once more to display the ‘P

seconds until

capture Peak values.

Note: The instrument must be calibrated in accordance with the above procedure

Press the

Press and hold the

high speed Peak value.

To invoke the calibration operation, press and hold the

whenever the function range is changed.

PEAK

‘CAL’

button again to display the Maximum Peak, as indicated by the ‘P

PEAK

appears in the display. The instrument is now calibrated to properly

button for 2 seconds to exit the Peak mode.

calibration, which calculates and stores the offset voltage in preparation for capturing a

by the instrument, regardless of whether or not they might be displayed in the normal

measuring mode. To display Peak values, first ensure the value will not exceed the

measurement range selected. The instrument must then conduct an internal self-

Analog bar indication Resistance indication

4.0 Control Functions:

4.5 Peak Hold Function

4.4 Data Hold Function

to release the held data and return to continuous reading.

This instrument is equipped with a 1ms Peak capture capability in the ACA, ACV, DCA

and DCV ranges. The Peak values are the highest and lowest transient values captured

To hold the current measured value, press the

the display. Press it again to display the ‘

display the current value. In this selection, the

MAX/MIN

MAX/MIN mode, press and hold the

4.3 MAX/MIN Button

The Maximum and Minimum values are the highest and lowest values displayed during

the time the instrument is in the MAX/MIN mode. To display Maximum and Minimum

values, first ensure the value will not exceed the measurement range selected. Press the

or wraps from the highest back to the lowest range. To exit the Manual Range mode and

return to Auto Range, press and hold the

subsequent press of the

4.2 Range Button

meter in its’ present range and bring on the

Button, are printed in blue.

The instrument powers on in the Auto Range mode, as indicated by the

in the display. To select a Manual Range, press the

measured. The primary functions available are printed in red and white on the instrument

scale. Alternate functions, accessed in conjunction with the blue Second Function

4.1 Function Selector Rotary Switch

The rotary switch turns power on to the instrument and selects the function to be

button once to display the Maximum value, as indicated by the ‘

RANGE

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Manual range indication Maximum indication

button circulates the instrument to the next higher range

PEAK

button for approximately 2

MIN’

MAX/MIN

MIN’

button for one second.

HOLD

value and indicator. Press it once more to

‘MAX/MIN’

button. Press the

indicator will flash. To exit the

RANGE

button for one second.

MANU’

indicator in the display. Each

RANGE

button which will lock the

value and indicator.

HOLD

button again

MAX’

indicator in

‘AUTO’

indicator

MAX’

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TX is a 5V normally high output port.

RX is a 5V normally high input port.

4.14

4.15 Digital Output

measurements, connect the positive (red) test lead to this connector.

The RS232 Digital Output is a 9600 bps N 81 serial interface.

4.13 COM Measuring Connector

4.12 µA/mA Measuring Connector

This connector is the negative (black) lead connection for all measurements.

For all voltage, frequency, capacitance, RPM, diode test, resistance or temperature

connection is internally fused at 400mA for protection of the instrument.

V, Hz, , RPM, , ȍ, TEMP Measuring Connector

This instrument is capable of measuring up to 10 amps continuously, or up to 20 amps

for no more than 30 seconds. Connect the positive (red) test lead to this connector.

Current measurements up to 400mA are best measured via this connector. This

4.11 20A Measuring Connector

The will not be displayed, indicating that ‘Auto Power Off’ is disabled.

4.10 Auto Power Off

By default, the instrument powers on in the ‘Auto Power Off’ mode and will automatically

shut off 30 minutes after the last key operation or RS232 communication.

To disable this feature, press and hold the

x In the Temperature function, the blue button toggles between °C and °F.

x In any of the Current measuring modes, the blue button toggles between AC and DC.

The secondary functions available with this button are:

x In the Resistance position, the first press of the blue button selects the Continuity with

x In the Frequency position, the blue button selects the RPM mode.

4.8 Backlight Button

4.9 Second Function Button

cleared.

The round yellow button with a ‘Sun’ logo turns the display backlight ON and OFF. The

backlight automatically shuts off after 30 seconds to conserve battery power.

The solid blue button selects the second functions printed in blue on the instrument scale

around the rotary function selector.

4.7 Record Button

Press and hold the

Press the

To clear the memory, turn the instrument off, then press and hold the

turning the instrument back on. The

appear during recording. The instrument can record any number of data sets up to the

32,000 record capacity of its’ memory.

4.6 Relative Operation

Pressing the

Press the

a reference for subsequent measurements. The display now shows the difference

between the stored value and the new reading.

will flash in the Relative Hold mode.

beeper function. The second push of this button selects the Diode Test function.

'REL

button again to hold the Relative reading. The

button zeroes the display and internally stores the present reading as

REC

button to start and stop recording. The

for 1 second to exit the Relative mode.

REC

RANGE

indicator will flash until the memory is fully

button and then power on the meter.

REC

button while

and

RS232

indicators both

‘'REL’

symbol in the display

µA/mA Measurement Amp Measurement

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5.0 Operating Instructions:

damage to this instrument, do not attempt to make any voltage measurement

5.1 AC Voltage Measurements

Maximum Input Voltage is 750VAC. To avoid electrical shock hazard and/or

WARNING

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the current range corresponding to the jack

3. Remove power from the circuit to be measured and connect the instrument in

4. Apply power to the circuit and read the measured current on the instrument display.

being used and press the blue button to select AC or DC.

series with this circuit. Connect the black lead to the negative (-) side and the red

lead to the positive (+) side being measured.

1. If the current to be measured is unknown, connect the red lead to the

known or has been determined that the current is 400mA or less, connect the red

lead to the

‘µA/mA’

jack. Connect the black lead to the

5.3 AC/DC Current Measurements

To avoid injury, do not attempt a current measurement if the open circuit voltage exceeds the rated voltage of

this instrument.

WARNING

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the V range

3. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit being

4. Read the measured voltage on the instrument display.

measured.

that may exceed this limit.

1. Connect the red test lead to the

lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

Maximum Input Voltage is 1000VDC. To avoid electrical shock hazard and/or

damage to this instrument, do not attempt to make any voltage measurement

5.2 DC Voltage Measurements

4. Read the measured voltage on the instrument display.

2. Set the Function Selector switch to the V~ range

3. Connect the test leads in parallel with the circuit being

measured.

that may exceed this limit.

1. Connect the red test lead to the

lead to the

‘COM’

jack.

WARNING

‘COM’

jack.

‘V’

jack and the black test

‘V’

jack and the black test

‘A’

jack. If it is

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