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Users Manual ® 80 Series V Multimeters May 2004 Rev. 1, 8/04 2004 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
Users Manual ® 80 Series V Multimeters May 2004 Rev. 1, 8/04 2004 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current 24 Measuring Frequency 27 Measuring Duty Cycle 29 Determining Pulse Width 30 Bar Graph...30 Zoom Mode (Power Up Option Only 31 Uses for the Zoom Mode 31 HiRes Mode (Model 87) ...31 MIN MAX Recording Mode 32 Smooth Feature (Power Up Option Only 32 AutoHOLD Mode...34 Relative Mode ...34 Maintenance...35 General Maintenance...35 Fuse Test ...35 Replacing the Battery...36 Replacing the Fuses ...37 Service and Parts...37 Specifications ...43 Detailed Specifications 44 ii
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current 24 Measuring Frequency 27 Measuring Duty Cycle 29 Determining Pulse Width 30 Bar Graph...30 Zoom Mode (Power Up Option Only 31 Uses for the Zoom Mode 31 HiRes Mode (Model 87) ...31 MIN MAX Recording Mode 32 Smooth Feature (Power Up Option Only 32 AutoHOLD Mode...34 Relative Mode ...34 Maintenance...35 General Maintenance...35 Fuse Test ...35 Replacing the Battery...36 Replacing the Fuses ...37 Service and Parts...37 Specifications ...43 Detailed Specifications 44 ii
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...-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +65-738-5655 Anywhere in all illustrations. Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in this manual apply to Series V Models 83 and 87 multimeters (hereafter referred to as "the Meter"). To register your product, visit register.fluke.com 1 Introduction XWWarning Read "Safety Information" before you use the Meter.
...-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +65-738-5655 Anywhere in all illustrations. Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in this manual apply to Series V Models 83 and 87 multimeters (hereafter referred to as "the Meter"). To register your product, visit register.fluke.com 1 Introduction XWWarning Read "Safety Information" before you use the Meter.
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... (M) appears. • Remove test leads from the Meter before operating the Meter. • Replace the battery as soon as specified in this manual are explained in this manual or the protection provided by the Meter might be impaired. • Do not use the Meter, inspect the case. 80 Series V Users... Manual Safety Information The Meter complies with: • EN61010-1:2001 • ANSI/ISA S82.01-2004 • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:2004 • UL610101-1 ...
... (M) appears. • Remove test leads from the Meter before operating the Meter. • Replace the battery as soon as specified in this manual are explained in this manual or the protection provided by the Meter might be impaired. • Do not use the Meter, inspect the case. 80 Series V Users... Manual Safety Information The Meter complies with: • EN61010-1:2001 • ANSI/ISA S82.01-2004 • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:2004 • UL610101-1 ...
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... voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock hazard. • Use only the replacement fuses specified by the manual. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for measurements. • Avoid working with the circuit. When in doubt, have the Meter serviced. • Do...
... voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock hazard. • Use only the replacement fuses specified by the manual. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for measurements. • Avoid working with the circuit. When in doubt, have the Meter serviced. • Do...
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80 Series V Users Manual WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, follow these guidelines: • Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for all measurements. • Before measuring current, check the Meter's fuses. (See "Fuse Test".) 4
80 Series V Users Manual WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, follow these guidelines: • Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for all measurements. • Before measuring current, check the Meter's fuses. (See "Fuse Test".) 4
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Important information. Low battery when displayed. W M R Risk of Danger. Continuity test or continuity beeper tone. $ Conforms to European Union directives. Safety Information Table 1. See Manual. T Double insulated E Capacitance CAT III t IEC Overvoltage Category III CAT III equipment is designed to protect against transients from the primary supply level, such as ...
Important information. Low battery when displayed. W M R Risk of Danger. Continuity test or continuity beeper tone. $ Conforms to European Union directives. Safety Information Table 1. See Manual. T Double insulated E Capacitance CAT III t IEC Overvoltage Category III CAT III equipment is designed to protect against transients from the primary supply level, such as ...
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Return terminal for 18 hrs.) and current frequency and duty cycle. Input for 0 µA to 10.00 A current (20 A overload for voltage, continuity, resistance, diode, capacitance, frequency, temperature (87), and duty cycle measurements. 6 Inputs Terminal A mA µA COM I Description Input for 0 A to 400 mA current measurements (600 mA for all measurements. Input for 30 seconds maximum), current frequency, and duty cycle measurements. 80 Series V Users Manual The Meter's Features Tables 2 through 5 briefly describe the Meter's features. Table 2.
Return terminal for 18 hrs.) and current frequency and duty cycle. Input for 0 µA to 10.00 A current (20 A overload for voltage, continuity, resistance, diode, capacitance, frequency, temperature (87), and duty cycle measurements. 6 Inputs Terminal A mA µA COM I Description Input for 0 A to 400 mA current measurements (600 mA for all measurements. Input for 30 seconds maximum), current frequency, and duty cycle measurements. 80 Series V Users Manual The Meter's Features Tables 2 through 5 briefly describe the Meter's features. Table 2.
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Starts recording of minimum and maximum values. Switches between the ranges available for the selected function. Switches between °C and °F. 80 Series V Users Manual Button A (Yellow) B C Table 4. Cancels MIN MAX (hold the button down for a password. To return to autoranging, hold for 1 second) Enables the Meter's calibration mode and ...
Starts recording of minimum and maximum values. Switches between the ranges available for the selected function. Switches between °C and °F. 80 Series V Users Manual Button A (Yellow) B C Table 4. Cancels MIN MAX (hold the button down for a password. To return to autoranging, hold for 1 second) Enables the Meter's calibration mode and ...
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... mode. Starts the frequency counter. Pushbuttons (cont.) Switch Positon Any switch position Function Stores the present reading as a reference for subsequent readings. 80 Series V Users Manual Button F (Relative mode) G Table 4. The display is zeroed, and the stored reading is used.
... mode. Starts the frequency counter. Pushbuttons (cont.) Switch Positon Any switch position Function Stores the present reading as a reference for subsequent readings. 80 Series V Users Manual Button F (Relative mode) G Table 4. The display is zeroed, and the stored reading is used.
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...HiRes=19,999 The Meter is relative to the terminal being tested. The polarity indicator at the left . Overload condition is in manual range mode. 12 Number R -- In the capacitance function, too much electrical charge is present on the left of the graph ...being used. Ohm, Megohm, Kilohm Hertz, Kilohertz Alternating current, direct current Degrees Celsius, Degrees Fahrenheit Displays selected range The Meter is detected. 80 Series V Users Manual Table 5. Display Features (cont.) Number Feature M A, µA, mA V, mV µF, nF nS % e, Me, ke Hz, kHz AC DC N ...
...HiRes=19,999 The Meter is relative to the terminal being tested. The polarity indicator at the left . Overload condition is in manual range mode. 12 Number R -- In the capacitance function, too much electrical charge is present on the left of the graph ...being used. Ohm, Megohm, Kilohm Hertz, Kilohertz Alternating current, direct current Degrees Celsius, Degrees Fahrenheit Displays selected range The Meter is detected. 80 Series V Users Manual Table 5. Display Features (cont.) Number Feature M A, µA, mA V, mV µF, nF nS % e, Me, ke Hz, kHz AC DC N ...
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80 Series V Users Manual When measuring voltage, the Meter acts approximately like a 10 MΩ (10,000,000 Ω) impedance in high-impedance circuits. In most cases, the error is ...;C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A LO V A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED + aom2f.eps Figure 2. Note the ac voltage range, then manually select a dc voltage range equal to or higher than the ac range. This loading effect can cause measurement errors in parallel with the circuit.
80 Series V Users Manual When measuring voltage, the Meter acts approximately like a 10 MΩ (10,000,000 Ω) impedance in high-impedance circuits. In most cases, the error is ...;C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A LO V A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED + aom2f.eps Figure 2. Note the ac voltage range, then manually select a dc voltage range equal to or higher than the ac range. This loading effect can cause measurement errors in parallel with the circuit.
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These offset readings are open, the display readings may be present. When measuring ac voltage or ac frequency, press A to manual mode. Making Measurements XWWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, do not affect the Meter's AC measurement accuracy over the specified measurement ranges. ...
These offset readings are open, the display readings may be present. When measuring ac voltage or ac frequency, press A to manual mode. Making Measurements XWWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, do not affect the Meter's AC measurement accuracy over the specified measurement ranges. ...
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... perform quick continuity tests without having to choose Celsius or Fahrenheit. Choose between degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F) by pushing C. 80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Temperature (87) The Meter measures the temperature of that range, use a higher rated thermocouple. W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or other...
... perform quick continuity tests without having to choose Celsius or Fahrenheit. Choose between degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F) by pushing C. 80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Temperature (87) The Meter measures the temperature of that range, use a higher rated thermocouple. W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or other...
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... 600.0 Ω, 6.000 kΩ, 60.00 kΩ, 600.0 kΩ, 6.000 MΩ, and 50.00MΩ. Refer to apply a lower current in Figure 5. 80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Resistance WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all paths between the...
... 600.0 Ω, 6.000 kΩ, 60.00 kΩ, 600.0 kΩ, 6.000 MΩ, and 50.00MΩ. Refer to apply a lower current in Figure 5. 80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Resistance WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all paths between the...
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... components up the Meter as shown for measuring resistance (Figure 5); To smooth out most noisy readings, enter the MIN MAX recording mode; 80 Series V Users Manual Using Conductance for measuring conductance: • High-resistance readings are some tips for High Resistance or Leakage Tests Conductance, the inverse of resistance, is normally...
... components up the Meter as shown for measuring resistance (Figure 5); To smooth out most noisy readings, enter the MIN MAX recording mode; 80 Series V Users Manual Using Conductance for measuring conductance: • High-resistance readings are some tips for High Resistance or Leakage Tests Conductance, the inverse of resistance, is normally...
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... the diode is good (< .85 V). A good silicon junction drops between the probe tips. A continuous beep sounds if the reading is ≤ .100 V. 80 Series V Users Manual Testing Diodes WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors...
... the diode is good (< .85 V). A good silicon junction drops between the probe tips. A continuous beep sounds if the reading is ≤ .100 V. 80 Series V Users Manual Testing Diodes WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors...
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80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current XWWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, never attempt an in-circuit current measurement where the open-circuit ...
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current XWWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, never attempt an in-circuit current measurement where the open-circuit ...
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... following are some tips for currents above 6000 µA. 4. Reversing the leads will produce a negative reading, but will not damage the Meter. 6. 80 Series V Users Manual 3. To measure dc current, press A. 5. Turn on power to µA for currents below 6000 µA (6 mA), or mA/A for measuring current: • If the current...
... following are some tips for currents above 6000 µA. 4. Reversing the leads will produce a negative reading, but will not damage the Meter. 6. 80 Series V Users Manual 3. To measure dc current, press A. 5. Turn on power to µA for currents below 6000 µA (6 mA), or mA/A for measuring current: • If the current...