Model
R5010
TRMS Digital Multimeter
Instruction
Manual
INSTRUMENTS
Model
R5010
TRMS Digital Multimeter
Instruction
Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................................................................3-4
IEC1010 Overvoltage Installation Category ............................................... 3
Warnings ................................................................................................. 4
Features ...................................................................................................... 5
Specications .......................................................................................... 5-8
Instrument Description ............................................................................... 9
Display Description .................................................................................. 10
Operating Instructions ......................................................................... 11-18
DC Voltage Measurement ...................................................................... 11
AC Voltage Measurement ...................................................................... 11
DC Current Measurement ...................................................................... 12
AC Current Measurement ...................................................................... 13
Resistance Measurement ...................................................................... 14
Continuity Check ................................................................................... 14
Diode Test ............................................................................................. 14
Temperature Measurement .................................................................... 15
Capacitance Measurement .................................................................... 15
Frequency Measurement ....................................................................... 15
%4-20mA Measurement ........................................................................ 16
Autoranging/Manual Range ................................................................... 16
Max/Min ................................................................................................ 16
Relative Mode........................................................................................ 17
Display Backlight ................................................................................... 17
Hold ...................................................................................................... 17
Peak Hold .............................................................................................. 17
Low Battery Indication ........................................................................... 18
Auto Power Off ...................................................................................... 18
Maintenance ............................................................................................. 18
Battery Replacement ................................................................................ 19
Replacing the Fuses ................................................................................. 20
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Safety
This symbol adjacent to another symbol, terminal or
operating device indicates that the operator must refer to an
explanation in the Instruction Manual to avoid personal injury
or damage to the meter.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
WARNING
CAUTION
IEC1010 Overvoltage Installation Category
Overvoltage Category I is equipment for connection to circuits for which
measures are taken. Examples include protected electronic circuits.
Overvoltage Category II is energy-consuming equipment to be supplied
from the xed installation. Examples include household, ofce, and
laboratory appliances.
Overvoltage Category III is equipment in xed installations.
Examples include switches in the xed installation and some equipment
for industrial use with permanent connection to the xed installation.
Overvoltage Category IV is for use at the origin of the installation.
Examples include electricity meters and primary over-current protection
equipment.
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, may result damage to the product.
The terminal(s) so marked must not be connected to a circuit
point for which the voltage with respect to ground exceeds
(in this case) 1000 VAC or VDC.
This symbol adjacent to one or more terminals identies them
as being associated with ranges that may, in normal use, be
subject to particularly hazardous voltages. For maximum
safety, the meter and its test leads should not be handled when
these terminals are energized.
Indicates that a instrument is protected throughout by double
insulation or reinforced insulation.
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Warnings
This meter has been designed for safe use, but must be operated with
caution. The warnings listed below must be carefully followed for safe
operation.
1. NEVER apply voltage or current to the meter that exceeds the
specied maximum Input Protection Limits:
Function Maximum Input
V DC or V AC 1000VDC/AC RMS
mA AC/DC 500mA 1000V fast acting fuse
A AC/DC
Frequency, Resistance, Capacitance,
Duty Cycle, Diode Test, Continuity
Temperature 1000VDC/AC RMS
Surge Protection: 8kV peak per IEC 61010
2. USE EXTREME CAUTION when working with high voltages.
3. DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack
exceeds 1000V ground.
4. NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the
function switch is in the current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing
so can damage the meter.
5. ALWAYS discharge lter capacitors in power supplies and
disconnect the power when making resistance or diode tests.
6. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before
opening the covers to replace the fuse or batteries.
7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery
and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely.
8. If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
10A 1000V fast acting fuse (20A for 30
seconds max every 15 minutes)
1000VDC/AC RMS
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Features
• True RMS measures frequency, resistance, capacitance and temperature.
• Diode check and continuity functions.
• Backlit LCD readout with analog bar graph.
• 4-20 mA process loop measurements with % readout.
• Data hold, Max/Min and Peak capture mode.
• IP67 dust and waterproof.
• Cat. IV 600V, Cat. III 1000V safety rating.
Includes Thermocouple Adapter, thermocouple wire probe (Type K), test
•
leads, battery, weatherproof plugs, and carrying case.
Specifications
AC/DC Voltage
Range AC: 400mV, 4, 40, 400, 1000V
DC: 400mV, 4, 40, 400, 1000V
Accuracy AC: 400mV ±(1.0% rdg. + 5 dgt.)
4, 40, 400, 1000V ±(1.0% rdg. + 3 dgt.)
DC: 400mV/4,40,400V ±(0.06% rdg. + 2 dgt.)
1000V ±(0.1% rdg. + 5 dgt.)
Resolution AC: 0.1mV, 0.001, 0.01, 1V
DC: 0.01mV, 0.0001, 0.01, 0.1V
AC/DC Current
Range 400Ω, 4, 40, 400kΩ, 4, 40MΩ
Accuracy 400Ω: ±(0.3% rdg. + 9 dgt.)
4, 40, 400kΩ, 4MΩ: ±(0.3% rdg. + 4 dgt.)
40MΩ: ±(2.0% rdg. + 10 dgt.)
Resolution 0.01Ω, 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01kΩ, 0.001MΩ
NOTE: Accuracy is stated at 65oF to 83oF (18oC to 28oC) & less than 75%RH
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Capacitance
Range 40, 400nF, 4, 40, 400, 4000µF, 40mF
Accuracy 40, 400nF: ±(3.5% rdg. + 40 dgt.)
4, 40, 400µF: ±(3.5% rdg. + 10 dgt.)
4000µF, 40mF: ±(5% rdg. + 10 dgt.)
Resolution 0.001, 0.01nF, 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1µF, 0.001mF
Frequency
Range 40, 400Hz, 4, 40, 400kHz, 4, 40, 100MHz
Accuracy ±(0.1% rdg. + 1 dgt.)
Resolution 0.00, 0.01Hz, 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01kHz, 0.0001,
0.001, 0.01MHz
Temperature
Range -58 to 1832°F (-50 to 1000°C)
Accuracy ±(1.0% rdg. + 4.5°F)
±(1.0% rdg. + 2.5°C)
Resolution 1°F, 1°C
4-20mA%
Range -25 to 125%
Accuracy ±(50 dgt.)
Resolution 0.01%
General Specifications
Range Selection Autoranging/Manual
True RMS Yes
Display 40,000 count LCD display
Display Hold Yes
Max/Min Yes
Peak Hold Yes
Relative Mode Yes
Diode Test Yes
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Backlit Display Yes
Digital Analog Bargraph Yes
Continuity Check Audible signal if resistance ≤35Ω
Duty Cycle Yes (0.1 - 99.9%)
Kick Stand Yes
Auto Power Off Yes (after 15 minutes)
Power Supply 9V Battery
Low Battery Indicator Yes
Fuse Protection Yes
Replaceable Test Leads Yes
Overvoltage Category CAT. IV 600V, CAT. III 1000V
Product Certications CE, IP67, Drop Tested (2M)
Operating Temperature 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Dimensions 7.4 x 3.2 x 2.0" (187 x 81 x 50mm)
Weight 12oz (342g)
NOTE: Accuracy specications consist of two elements:
• (% reading) – This is the accuracy of the measurement circuit
• (+ digits) – This is the accuracy of the analog to digital converter
Enclosure Double molded, waterproof
Shock (Drop Test) 6.5 feet (2 meters)
Temperature Sensor Requires type K thermocouple
Input Impedance >10MΩ VDC & >3MΩ VAC
AC True RMS The term stands for "Root-Mean-Square",
which represents the method of calculation of
the voltage or current value.
Average responding multimeters are calibrated
to read correctly only on sine waves and they
will read inaccurately on non-sine wave or
distorted signals. True rms meters read
accurately on either type of signal
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ACV Bandwidth 50Hz to 1000Hz
Crest Factor ≤3 at full scale up to 500V, decreasing linearly
to ≤1.5 at 1000V
Overrange indication "OL" is displayed
Auto Power Off 15 minutes (approximately) with disable feature
Polarity Automatic (no indication for positive);
Minus (-) sign for negative
Measurement Rate 2 times per second, nominal
Low Battery Indication is displayed if battery voltage drops below
operating voltage
Fuses mA, µA ranges; 0.5A/1000V ceramic fast blow
A range; 10A/1000V ceramic fast blow
Operating Humidity Max 80% up to 87ºF (31ºC) decreasing linearly
to 50% at 104ºF (40ºC)
Storage Humidity <80%
Operating Altitude 7000ft. (2000 meters) maximum
Safety This meter is intended for origin of installation
use and protected, against the users, by double
insulation per EN61010-1 and IEC61010-1 2nd
Edition (2001) to Category IV 600V & Category
III 1000V; Pollution Degree 2. The meter also
meets UL 61010-1, 2nd Edition (2004),
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 2nd Edition
(2004), & UL 61010B-2-031, 1st Edition (2003)
Optional Accessories Adapter (R2990)
Replacement Fuses (F-500mA/1000V, F-10A/1000V)
Thermocouple Probes (R2920, R2930, R2950,
TP-01)
Test Leads (R1020, R1000)
Current Adapter (CP-09)
Carrying Case (CA-05A)
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Instrument Description
1. 40,000 count LCD display
2. REL button
3. RANGE button
4. MODE button
5. Function switch
6. mA, µA and 10A input jacks
7. COM input jack
8. Positive input jack
9. HOLD and (Backlight) button
10. PEAK button
11. MAX/MIN button
Note: Tilt stand and battery
compartment are on back of unit.
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Display Description
Continuity Diode test
Battery status n nano (10-9) (capacitance)
µ micro (10-6) (amps, cap) m milli (10-3) (volts, amps)
A Amps k kilo (103) (ohms)
F Farads (capacitance) M mega (106) (ohms)
Ω Ohms PEAK Peak Hold
Hz Hertz (frequency) V Volts
% Percent (duty ratio) REL Relative
AC Alternating current AUTO Autoranging
DC Direct current HOLD Display hold
ºF Degrees Fahrenheit ºC Degrees Centigrade
MAX Maximum MIN Minimum
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Operating Instructions
WARNING: Risk of electrocution. High-voltage circuits, both AC and DC,
are very dangerous and should be measured with great care.
1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the
meter is not in use.
2. If "OL" appears in the display during a measurement, the value
exceeds the range you have selected. Change to a higher range.
DC Voltage Measurement
CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being
switched ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage
the meter.
1. Set the function switch to the V position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
3. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit
Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
4. Read the voltage in the display.
AC Voltage (Frequency, Duty Cycle) Measurement
WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. The probe tips may not be long enough
to contact the live parts inside some 240V outlets for appliances because
the contacts are recessed deep in the outlets.
As a result, the reading may show 0 volts when the outlet actually has
voltage on it. Make sure the probe tips are touching the metal contacts
inside the outlet before assuming that no voltage is present.
CAUTION: Do not measure AC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being
switched ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage
the meter.
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1. Set the function switch to the Hz/% position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
Insert red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
3. Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit
Touch the red test probe tip to the "hot" side of the circuit.
4. Read the voltage in the display.
5. Press the MODE button to indicate "Hz".
6. Read the frequency in the display.
7. Press the MODE button again to indicate "%".
8. Read the % of duty cycle in the display.
DC Current Measurement
CAUTION: Do not make 20A current measurements for longer than
30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter
and/or the test leads.
1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
2. For current measurements up to 4000µA DC, set the function
switch to the
plug into the µA/mA jack.
3. For current measurements up to 400mA DC, set the function switch
to the
the µA/mA jack.
4. For current measurements up to 20A DC, set the function switch to
the 10A position and insert the red test lead banana plug into
the 10A jack.
5. Press the MODE button to indicate "DC" on the display.
6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit
at the point where you wish to measure current.
7. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
8. Apply power to the circuit.
9. Read the current in the display.
µA
position and insert the red test lead banana
mA
position and insert the red test lead banana plug into
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AC Current (Frequency, Duty Cycle) Measurement
CAUTION: Do not make 20A current measurements for longer than
30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the meter and/
or the test leads.
1. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
2. For current measurements up to 4000µA AC, set the function
switch to the
plug into the µA/mA jack.
3. For current measurements up to 400mA AC, set the function switch
to the
the µA/mA jack.
4. For current measurements up to 20A AC, set the function switch to
the 10A position and insert the red test lead banana plug into
the 10A jack.
5. Press the MODE button to indicate "AC" on the display.
6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit
at the point where you wish to measure current.
7. Touch the black test probe tip to the neutral side of the circuit
Touch the red test probe tip to the "hot" side of the circuit.
8. Apply power to the circuit.
9. Read the current in the display.
10. Press and hold the MODE button to indicate "Hz".
11. Read the frequency in the display.
12. Momentarily press the MODE button again to indicate "%".
13. Read the % duty cycle in the display.
14. Press and hold the MODE button to return to current measurement.
µA
position and insert the red test lead banana
mA
position and insert the red test lead banana plug into
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Resistance Measurement
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit
under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance
measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords.
1. Set the function switch to the Ω position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Ω jack.
3. Press the MODE button to indicate "Ω" on the display.
4. Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or part under test. It is
best to disconnect one side of the part under test so the rest of the
circuit will not interfere with the resistance reading.
5. Read the resistance in the display.
Continuity Check
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never measure continuity on circuits
or wires that have voltage on them.
1. Set the function switch to the Ω position.
2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Ω jack.
3. Press the MODE button to indicate and Ω on the display.
4. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire you wish to check.
5. If the resistance is less than approximately 35Ω, the audible signal
will sound. If the circuit is open, the display will indicate "OL".
Diode Test
1. Set the function switch to the Ω position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
and the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
3. Press the MODE button to indicate and V on the display.
4. Touch the test probes to the diode under test. Forward voltage
will typically indicate 0.400 to 0.700V. Reverse voltage will indicate
"OL". Shorted devices will indicate near 0V and an open device will
indicate OL in both polarities.
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Temperature Measurement
1. Set the function switch to the Temp position.
2. Insert the Temperature Probe into the input jacks, making sure to
observe the correct polarity.
3. Press the MODE button to indicate ºF or ºC.
4. Touch the Temperature Probe head to the part whose temperature
you wish to measure. Keep the probe touching the part under test
until the reading stabilizes (about 30 seconds).
5. Read the temperature in the display.
Note: The temperature probe is tted with a type K mini connector. A mini
connector to banana connector adaptor is supplied for connection to the
input banana jacks.
Capacitance Measurement
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit
under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any capacitance
measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords.
1. Set the rotary function switch to the CAP position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
3. Touch the test leads to the capacitor to be tested.
4. Read the capacitance value in the display.
Frequency (Duty Cycle) Measurement (Electronic)
1. Set the rotary function switch to the Hz/% position.
2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and
the red test lead banana plug into the positive Hz jack.
3. Touch the test probe tips to the circuit under test.
4. Read the frequency on the display.
5. Press the MODE button to indicate "%".
6. Read the "%" duty cycle in the display.
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% 4 – 20mA Measurement
1. Set up and connect as described for DC mA measurements.
2. Set the rotary function switch to the 4-20mA% position.
3. The meter will display loop current as a % with 0mA=-25%,
4mA=0%, 20mA=100%, and 24mA=125%.
Autoranging/Manual Range Selection
When the meter is rst turned on, it automatically goes into AutoRanging.
This automatically selects the best range for the measurements being
made and is generally the best mode for most measurements.
For measurement situations requiring that a range be manually selected,
perform the following:
1. Press the RANGE key. The "AUTO" display indicator will turn off.
2. Press the RANGE key to step through the available ranges until you
select the range you want.
3. To exit the Manual Ranging mode and return to Autoranging, press
and hold the RANGE key for 2 seconds.
Note: Manual ranging does not apply for the Temperature functions.
Max/Min
1. Press the MAX/MIN key to activate the MAX/MIN recording mode.
The display icon "MAX" will appear. The meter will display and hold
the maximum reading and will update only when a new "max" occurs.
2. Press the MAX/MIN key again and the display icon "MIN" will
appear. The meter will display and hold the minimum reading and
will update only when a new "min" occurs.
3. To exit MAX/MIN mode press and hold the MAX/MIN key for 2 seconds.
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Relative Mode
The relative measurement feature allows you to make measurements
relative to a stored reference value. A reference voltage, current, etc. can
be stored and measurements made in comparison to that value.
The displayed value is the difference between the reference value and the
measured value.
Note: Relative mode does not operate in the 4-20mA function.
1. Perform the measurement as described in the operating instructions.
2. Press the REL button to store the reading in the display and the
"REL" indicator will appear on the display.
3. The display will now indicate the difference between the stored
value and the measured value.
4. Press the REL button to exit the relative mode
Display Backlight
Press the HOLD/ key for >1 second to turn the backlight on.
The backlight will automatically turn off after 10 seconds.
Hold
The Hold function freezes the reading in the display. Press the HOLD key
momentarily to activate or to exit the HOLD function.
Peak Hold
The Peak Hold function captures the peak AC voltage or current. The
meter can capture negative or positive peaks as fast as 1 millisecond in
duration. Momentarily press the PEAK button, "PEAK" and "MAX" will
display. The meter will update the dispay each time a higher positive peak
occurs. Press the PEAK button again, "MIN" will display. The meter will
update the dispay each time a lower negative peak occurs. Press and
hold the PEAK button for more than 1 second to exit Peak Hold mode.
Auto Power Off feature will be disabled automatically in this mode.
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Low Battery Indication
With a fresh battery installed, the battery icon with four lines above it will
be displayed in the lower right corner of the LCD. The lines will disappear
as the battery is used. When the
battery should be replaced.
icon appears alone in the display, the
Auto Power Off
The auto off feature will turn the meter off after 15 minutes. To disable the
auto power off feature, hold down the MODE button and turn the meter
on. "APO d" will appear in the display. Turn the meter off and then on
again to re-enable the auto power off feature.
Maintenance
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any
source of voltage before removing the back cover or the battery
or fuse covers.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until
the battery and fuse covers are in place and fastened securely. This
MultiMeter is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the
following care instructions are performed:
1. Keep the meter dry. If it gets wet, wipe it off.
2. Use and store the meter in normal temperatures.
Temperature extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts
and distort or melt plastic parts.
3. Handle the meter gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage the
electronic parts or the case.
4. Keep the meter clean. Wipe the case occasionally with a damp
cloth. Do not use chemicals, cleaning solvents, or detergents.
5. Use only fresh batteries of the recommended size and type. Remove
old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damagethe unit.
6. If the meter is to be stored for a long period of time, the batteries
should be removed to prevent damage to the unit.
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Battery Installation
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any
source of voltage before removing the battery cover.
1. Turn power off and disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2. Open the rear battery cover by removing two screws (B) using a
Phillips head screwdriver.
3. Insert the battery into battery holder, observing the correct polarity.
4. Put the battery cover back in place. Secure with the screws.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate the meter until the
battery cover is in place and fastened securely.
NOTE: If your meter does not work properly, check the fuses and batteries
to make sure that they are still good and that they are properly inserted.
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Replacing The Fuses
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any
source of voltage before removing the meter cover.
1. Disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2. Remove the protective rubber holster.
3. Remove the battery cover (two "B" screws) and the battery.
4. Remove the six "A" screws securing the rear cover.
5. Gently remove the old fuse and install the new fuse into the holder.
6. Always use a fuse of the proper size and value (0.5A/1000V fast
blow for the 400mA range [SIBA 70-172-40], 10A/1000V fast blow
for the 20A range [SIBA 50-199-06]).
7. Replace and secure the rear cover, battery and battery cover.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the
fuse cover is in place and fastened securely.
For service on this or any other REED product or information on other
REED products, contact REED Instruments at info@reedinstruments.com.
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