HT63 Digital Multimeters User Manual

HT63 Digital Multimeters

PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES

The instrument has been designed in compliance with directive IEC/EN61010-1 relevant to electronic measuring instruments. For your safety and in order to prevent damaging the instrument, please carefully follow the procedures described in this manual and read all notes preceded by symbol with the utmost attention.
Before and after carrying out measurements, carefully observe the following instructions:

• Do not carry out any measurement in humid environments.
• Do not carry out any measurements in case gas, explosive materials or flammables are present, or in dusty environments.
• Avoid any contact with the circuit being measured if no measurements are being carried out.
• Avoid any contact with exposed metal parts, with unused measuring probes, circuits, etc.
•  Do not carry out any measurement in case you find anomalies in the instrument such as deformation, breaks, substance leaks, absence of display on the screen, etc.
• Pay special attention when measuring voltages higher than 20V, since a risk of electrical shock exists.

In this manual, and on the instrument, the following symbols are used:

Warning : observe the instructions given in this manual; improper use could damage the instrument or its components.
Double-insulated meter

• AC voltage or current
• DC voltage or current
• Connection to earth

1.1. PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS

• This instrument has been designed for use in environments of pollution degree 2.
•  It can be used for VOLTAGE and CURRENT measurements on installations with CAT IV 600V and CAT III 1000V.
• We recommend following the normal safety rules devised by the procedures for carrying out operations on live systems and using the prescribed PPE to protect the user against dangerous currents and the instrument against incorrect use.
•  In case the lack of indication of the presence of voltage may represent a danger for the operator, always carry out a continuity measurement before carrying out the measurement on the live system, in order to confirm the correct connection and condition of the leads.
•  Only the leads supplied with the instrument guarantee compliance with the safety standards. They must be in good conditions and be replaced with identical models, when necessary.
•  Do not test circuits exceeding the specified voltage limits.
• Do not perform any test under environmental conditions exceeding the limits indicated in § 6.2.1.
•  Check that the battery is correctly inserted.
•  Make sure that the LCD display and the rotary switch indicate the same function.

DURING USE

Please carefully read the following recommendations and instructions:

CAUTION

Failure to comply with the caution notes and/or instructions may damage the instrument and/or its components or be a source of danger for the operator.

• Before activating the rotary switch, disconnect the test leads from the circuit being measured.
• When the instrument is connected to the circuit being measured, do not touch any unused terminal.
• Do not measure resistance in case external voltages are present; even if the instrument is protected, an excessive voltage may cause malfunction.
•  While measuring, if the value or the sign of the quantity being measured remain unchanged, check if the HOLD function is enabled.

 AFTER USE

• When measurement is complete, set the rotary switch to OFF to turn off the instrument.
•  If the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries.

DEFINITION OF MEASUREMENT (OVERVOLTAGE) CATEGORY

Standard “IEC/EN61010-1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use, Part 1: General requirements”, defines what measurement category, commonly called overvoltage category, is. § 6.7.4: Measured circuits, reads:
(OMISSIS)
Circuits are divided into the following measurement categories:

• Measurement category IV is for measurements performed at the source of the low-voltage installation.
  Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and ripple control units.

• Measurement category III is for measurements performed on installations inside buildings.
  Examples are measurements on distribution boards, circuit breakers, wiring, including cables, bus-bars, junction boxes, switches, socket-outlets in the fixed installation, and equipment for industrial use and some other equipment, for example, stationary motors with permanent connection to fixed installation.

• Measurement category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the low-voltage installation.
  Examples are measurements on household appliances, portable tools and similar equipment.

• Measurement category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to MAINS.
  Examples are measurements on circuits not derived from MAINS, and specially protected (internal) MAINS-derived circuits. In the latter case, transient stresses are variable; for that reason, the standard requires that the transient withstand capability of the equipment is made known to the user.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The instrument carries out the following measurements:

• DC Voltage
• AC, AC+DC TRMS Voltage
•  DC, AC, AC+DC voltage with low impedance (LoZ)
• DC Current
• AC, AC+DC TRMS Current
• AC, AC+DC TRMS Current with transducer clamps
•  4-20mA% display
• Resistance and Continuity test
• Diode test
• Capacity
• Current and voltage frequency
• Duty Cycle
•  Temperature with K-type probe

Each of these functions can be selected by means of the appropriate switch. The instrument is also equipped with function keys (see § 4.2), an analogue barograph and backlight. The instrument is also equipped with an Auto Power OFF function (which can be disabled), which automatically switches off the instrument 15 minutes after the last time a function key was pressed or the rotary switch was turned. To switch on the instrument again, turn the rotary switch.

MEASURING AVERAGE VALUES ANDTRMS VALUES

Measuring instruments of alternating quantities are divided into two big families:

• AVERAGE-VALUE meters: instruments measuring the value of the sole wave at fundamental frequency (50 or 60 Hz).
•  TRMS (True Root Mean Square) VALUE meters: instruments measuring the TRMS value of the quantity being tested.

With a perfectly sinusoidal wave, the two families of instruments provide identical results. With distorted waves, instead, the readings shall differ. Average-value meters provide the RMS value of the sole fundamental wave; TRSM meters, instead, provide the RMS value of the whole wave, including harmonics (within the instruments bandwidth). Therefore, by measuring the same quantity with instruments from both families, the values obtained are identical only if the wave is perfectly sinusoidal. In case it is distorted, TRMS meters shall provide higher values than the values read by average-value meters.

DEFINITION OF TRUE ROOT MEAN SQUARE VALUE AND CREST FACTOR

The root mean square value of current is defined as follows:
“In a time equal to a period, an alternating current with a root mean square value of 1A intensity, circulating on a resistor, dissipates the same energy that, during the same time, would be dissipated by a direct current with an intensity of 1A”. This definition results in the numeric expression:

• G= 2 (t)dt The root mean square value is indicated with the acronym RMS.
• The Crest Factor is defined as the relationship between the Peak Value of a signal and its
• RMS value: CF (G)= This value changes with the signal waveform, for a purely  sinusoidal wave it is 2 =1.41. In case of distortion, the Crest Factor takes higher values as wave distortion increases.

PREPARATION FOR USE

INITIAL CHECKS

Before shipping, the instrument has been checked from an electric as well as mechanical point of view. All possible precautions have been taken so that the instrument is delivered undamaged.
However, we recommend generally checking the instrument in order to detect possible damage suffered during transport. In case anomalies are found, immediately contact the forwarding agent.
We also recommend checking that the packaging contains all components indicated in §  In case of discrepancy, please contact the Dealer.
In case the instrument should be returned, please follow the instructions given in § 7.

 INSTRUMENT POWER SUPPLY

The instrument is supplied with 4×1.5V alkaline batteries type AAA IEC LR03, included in the package. When batteries are flat, the symbol “ ” appears on the display. To replace the batteries, see § 6.1.

STORAGE

In order to guarantee precise measurement, after a long storage time under extreme environmental conditions, wait for the instrument to come back to normal condition (see § 6.2.1).

NOMENCLATURE

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTRUMENT

CAPTION:

1.  LCD display

2. HIRES/ key

3.  Hz%/REL key

4. RANGE key

5.  AUTO HOLD key

6. MODE key

7. MAXMIN/PEAK key

8. Rotary selector switch

9. Input terminal 10A

10. Input terminal
    Hz% V

11. Input terminal mA A

12. Input terminal COM

DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION KEYS

AUTO HOLD key
Pressing the A HOLD key freezes the value of the measured quantity on the display. After pressing this key, the message “HOLD” appears on the display. Press the HOLD key again to exit the function. Press and hold the A HOLD key for a long time in order to activate/deactivate the “Auto HOLD” function. The message “A HOLD” appears on the display. With this function enabled, the instrument freezes the value of the quantity on the display, automatically updating it when a new stable value is detected; a buzzer sounds when this happens. This function is useful in case of input signals with quick oscillations.

RANGE key
Press the RANGE key to activate the manual mode and to disable the Autorange function. The symbol “AUTO” disappears from the upper left part of the display. In manual mode, press the RANGE key to change measuring range: the relevant decimal point will change
its position. The RANGE key is not active in positions , Hz%, °C°F and 4-20mA %. In Autorange mode, the instrument selects the most appropriate ratio for carrying out measurement. If a reading is higher than the maximum measurable value, the indication “O.L” appears on the display. Press and hold the RANGE key for more than 1 second to exit the manual mode and restore the Autorange mode.

MAX MIN/PEAK key
Pressing the MAX MIN/PEAK key once activates the detection of maximum (MAX), minimum (MIN) and average (AVG) value of the quantity being measured. The values are constantly updated and are displayed cyclically every time the same key is pressed. The MAX MIN/PEAK key is not active when the HOLD function is activated. The MAX
MIN/PEAK key is not active in positions , , , Hz%, °C°F and 4-20mA %. Press and hold the MAX MIN/PEAK key for more than 1 second or turn the selector to exit the function.
Press and hold the MAX MIN/PEAK key for more than two seconds to activate the detection of Maximum and Minimum peak values o AC Voltage and Current with a response time of 1ms. Both values are constantly updated and are displayed cyclically every time the same key is pressed again. The display shows the symbol associated with the selected function: “PMAX” for maximum peak value, “PMIN” for minimum peak value. The Auto Power OFF function is automatically disabled.
Press and hold the MAX MIN/PEAK key for more than 2 seconds or turn the selector to exit the function.

Hz%/REL key
Press the Hz%/REL key to select frequency measurement and duty cycle test in
positions V Hz%, and Hz% of the rotary selector. The frequency range is different in the different positions.
Long pressing the Hz%/REL key activates relative measurement. The instrument zeroes the display and saves the displayed value as a reference value which subsequent measurements will be referred to. The symbol “ ” appears on the display. This function is not active in positions ,, Hz%, °C°F and 4-20mA % . Press and hold the  Hz%/REL key again to exit the function.

MODE key
Pressing the MODE key allows selecting a double function on the rotary switch. In particular, it is active in position to select diode test, continuity test, capacitance
measurement and resistance measurement, in position °C°F to select temperature
measurement in °C o °F, V Hz%, mV , Lo ZV (see § 4.2.7), mA , A and to select AC, DC or AC+DC measurements (see § 4.2.8)
In position V Hz%, pressing the MODE key activates/deactivates the “ ” function, which allows reading AC voltage with a low-pass filter, capable of reducing the effects of disturbance on the signal. In this condition, the instrument switches to Manual mode.
HIRES/ key
Press the HIRES/ key activates/deactivates the instrument’s high-resolution operating mode, and the message “HiRes” appears on the display. In this condition, the instrument switches to 4½ digits (60000 dots) for a better detail on data reading. This function is not
active in positions °C°F and in the capacitance measurement. Press again the HIRES key for a long time in order to go back to 3½ digits (6000 dots) standard display. Long press the HIRES/ key in order to activates/deactivates the display backlight. This feature is active in each position of rotary selector and is automatically deactivated after approx. 10s.
LoZ feature
This mode permits to perform the AC/DC voltage measurement with a low input impedance in way to avoid the wrong readings due to stray voltage in capacitive coupled.

CAUTION

Inserting the instrument between phase and ground conductors, the RCDs protection devices can be tripping out during the test. For phase-PE voltage measurement after a RCD device preliminarily connect the test leads between phase and neutral cables at least for 5s, then perform the phase-PE measurement to avoid unexpected trips-out.

AC+DC feature
The instrument is capable of measuring a possible presence of overlapping alternating components on a generic voltage or current direct waveform. This can be useful when measuring typical impulsive signals of non-linear loads (e.g. welding machines, electric ovens, etc.).
LEAD message at display
From instrument switch off (OFF), in the 10A , µA , mA and positions a short sound is emitted and a “LEAD” message is shown for a while to indicate an advise of using test leads for the current measurements.
Disabling the Auto Power Off function
In order to preserve internal batteries, the instrument switches off automatically approximately 15 minutes after it was last used. To disable the Auto Power Off function, proceed as follows:

•  Switch off the instrument (OFF)
•  Press and hold the MODE key and switch on the instrument by turning the rotary switch. The message “1OFF”appears on the display.
•  Switch off and then on again the instrument to enable the function.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

CAUTION

The maximum input DC voltage is 1000V. Do not measure voltages exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1. Select positions V Hz% or mV
2.  Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V and the black cable into input terminal COM.
3. Position the red lead and the black lead respectively in the spots with positive and negative potential of the circuit to be measure . The display shows the value of voltage.
4.  If the display shows the message “O.L”, select a higher range.
5.  When symbol “-” appears on the instrument’s display, it means that voltage has the opposite direction with respect to the connection in Fig. 2.
6. To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, REL and HIRES functions, see § 4.2

AC, AC+DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

CAUTION

The maximum input AC voltage is 1000V. Do not measure voltages exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1. Select positions V Hz% or mV
2. Press the MODE key to display the “AC” or “AC+DC” symbol on the display
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal and the black cable into Hz% V input terminal COM.
4. Position the red lead and the black lead respectively in the spots of the circuit to be measured. The display shows the value of voltage.
5.  If the display shows the message “O.L”, select a higher range.
6. Press the Hz%/REL key to select measurements “Hz” o “%” in order to display the values of frequency and duty cycle of input voltage. The barograph is not active in these functions. Press the MODE key to go back to voltage measurement and activate the function, if necessary.
7.  To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, PEAK, HIRES and REL functions, see § 4.2

AC, DC, AC+DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT WITH LOW IMPEDANCE (LOZ)

CAUTION

The maximum input AC/DC voltage is 600V. Do not measure voltages exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1. Select position LoZV . The “LoZ” and “DC” symbols are shown
2. Press the MODE key to select possibly the “AC” or “AC+DC” measurement
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal and the black cable into Hz% V input terminal COM
4.  Position the red lead and the black lead respectively in the desired spots of the circuit to be measured (see Fig. 4) or in the spots with positive and negative potential of the circuit to be measured (see Fig. 2). The display shows the value of voltage.
5. The message “O.L.” indicates that the value of DC voltage exceeds the maximum measurable value.
6. When symbol “-” appears on the instrument’s display, it means that voltage has the opposite direction with respect to the connection in Fig. 2
7. To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, PEAK, HIRES and REL functions, see § 4.2

FREQUENCY AND DUTY CYCLE MEASUREMENT

CAUTION

The maximum input AC voltage is 1000V. Do not measure voltages exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1. Select position Hz%.
2. Press the Hz%/REL key to select measurements “Hz” or “%” in order to display the values of frequency and duty cycle of input voltage.
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V and the black cable into input terminal COM.
4. Position the red lead and the black lead respectively in the spots of the circuit to be measured (see Fig. 5). The value of frequency (Hz) or of duty cycle (%) is shown on the display. The bargraph is not active in these functions.
5. If the display shows the message “O.L”, select a higher range.
6. To use the HOLD and HIRES function, see § 4.2.

RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT AND CONTINUITY TEST

CAUTION

Before attempting any resistance measurement, cut off power supply from the circuit to be measured and make sure that all capacitors are discharged, if present.

1. Select position
2. Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V  and the black cable into input terminal COM.
3. Position the test leads in the desired spots of the circuit to be measured (see Fig. 6). The display shows the value of resistance.
4. If the display shows the message “O.L”, select a higher range.
5.  Press the MODE key to select “ ” measurement, relevant to the continuity test, and position the test leads in the desired spots of the circuit to be measured.
6. The value of resistance (which is only indicative) is displayed in and the instrument sounds if the value of resistance is <35.
7. To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, REL and HIRES functions, see § 4.2

DIODE TEST

CAUTION

Before attempting any resistance measurement, cut off power supply from the circuit to be measured and make sure that all capacitors are discharged, if present.

1. 1. Select position

2.  Press the MODE key to select “” measurement.
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V  and the black cable input terminal COM.
4. Position the leads at the ends of the diode to be tested (see Fig. 7), respecting the indicated polarity. The value of directly polarized threshold voltage is shown on the display.
5.  If threshold value is equal to 0mV, the P-N junction of the diode is short-circuited.
6. If the display shows the message “O.L”, the terminals of the diode are reversed with respect to the indication given in Fig. 7 or the P-N junction of the diode is damaged.
7. To use the HOLD and HIRES function, see § 4.2.

CAPACITANCE MEASUREMENT

CAUTION

Before carrying out capacitance measurements on circuits or capacitors, cut off power supply from the circuit being tested and let all capacitance in it be discharged. When connecting the multimeter and the capacitance to be measured, respect the correct polarity (when required).

1.  Select position
2. Press the MODE key until the symbol “nF” is displayed.
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V input terminal  and the black cable into COM.
4. Long press the Hz%/REL key before carrying out measurements.
5. Position the leads at the ends of the capacitor to be tested, respecting, if necessary, the positive (red cable) and negative (black cable) polarity . The display shows the value of capacitance. The bargraph is not active in this function. Depending on the value of capacitance to be measured, the instrument could take approx. 20s before displaying the final value
6.  The message “O.L.” indicates that the value of capacitance exceeds the maximum measurable value.
7. To use the HOLD and REL functions, see § 4.2.

TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT WITH K-TYPE PROBE

CAUTION

Before attempting any temperature measurement, cut off power supply from the circuit to be measured and make sure that all capacitors are discharged, if present.

1. Select position °C°F
2. Press the MODE key until the symbol “°C” or “°F” is displayed.
3. Insert the provided adapter into input terminals Hz% V  (polarity +) and COM (polarity -)
4.  Connect the provided K-type wire probe or the optional K-type thermocouple (see § ) to the instrument by means of the adapter, respecting the positive and negative polarity on it. The display shows the value of temperature. The bargraph is not active in this function.
5. The message “O.L.” indicates that the value of temperature exceeds the maximum measurable value.
6. To use the HOLD function, see § 4.2.

DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT AND E 4-20MA% READING

CAUTION

Maximum input DC current is 10A (input 10A) or 600mA (input mAA). Do not measure currents exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1. Cut off power supply from the circuit to be measured.
2. Select position A , mA or 10A to measure DC current or the same position 4-20mA% for 4-20mA% reading.
3. Insert the red cable into input terminal 10A or into input terminal mAA and the black cable into input terminal COM.
4. Connect the red lead and the black lead in series to the circuit whose current you want to measure, respecting polarity and current direction
5.  Supply the circuit to be measured.
6. The value of DC current (see Fig. 10 – left side) appears on the display.
7.  The value of reading 4-20mA% (0mA = -25%, 4mA = 0%, 20mA = 100% and 24mA = 125%) (see Fig. 10 – right side) appears on the display. The bargraph is not active in this function
8. If the display shows the message “O.L”, the maximum measurable value has been reached.
9.  When symbol “-” appears on the instrument’s display, it means that current has the opposite direction with respect to the connection in Fig. 10.
10.  To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, REL and HIRES functions, see § 4.2

AC, AC+DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT

CAUTION

Maximum input AC current is 10A (input 10A) or 600mA (input mAA). Do not measure currents exceeding the limits given in this manual. Exceeding voltage limits could result in electrical shocks to the user and damage to the instrument.

1.  Cut off power supply from the circuit to be measured.
2. Select positions A , mA or 10A
3. Press the MODE key to select “AC” or “AC+DC” measurement.
4.  Insert the red cable into input terminal 10A or into input terminal mA A and the black cable into input terminal COM.
5.  Connect the red lead and the black lead in series to the circuit whose current you want to measure
6. Supply the circuit to be measured. The display shows the value of current.
7. If the display shows the message “O.L”, the maximum measurable value has been reached.
8. Press the Hz%/REL key to select measurements “Hz” or “%” in order to display the values of frequency and duty cycle of input voltage. The bargraph is not active in these functions.
9. To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, PEAK, REL and HIRES functions, see § 4.2

AC, DC, AC+DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT WITH TRANSDUCER CLAMPS

CAUTION

• Maximum current measurement in this function is 3000A AC or 1000A DC. Do not measure currents exceeding the limits given in this manual
• The instrument performs the measurement by using both flexible transducer clamp (optional accessory F3000U) and other standard clamp transducers of HT family. For transducer clamps with Hypertac output connector is necessary the NOCANBA optional adapter in order to perform the connection

1. Select position
2.  Press MODE key to select “AC”, “DC” or “AC+DC” measurement
3. Press RANGE key to select on the instrument the same range set on the transducer clamp among the options: 1000mA,10A, 30A, 40A (only HT4006), 100A,300A, 400A (only HT4006),1000A, 3000A.The selected range appear for 2s on the display
4. Insert the red cable into input terminal Hz% V  and the black cable into input terminal COM. For other standard transducers (see § 7.3.2) with Hypertax connector use the NOCANBA optional accessory. For information about the use of transducer clamps refer to relative user manual
5. Insert the cable inside the jaw (see Fig. 32). The value of current appears on the display
6. Press the Hz%/REL key to select measurements “Hz” o “%” in order to display the values of frequency and duty cycle of input current. The bargraph is not active in these functions. Press the MODE key to go back to current measurement and set again the correct range press RANGE key
7. If the display shows the message “O.L”, the maximum measurable value has been reached
8. To use the HOLD, RANGE, MAX MIN, PEAK, REL and HIRES functions, see § 4.2

 MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

• Only expert and trained technicians should perform maintenance operations. Before carrying out maintenance operations, disconnect all cables from the input terminals.
•  Do not use the instrument in environments with high humidity levels or high temperatures. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
•  Always switch off the instrument after use. In case the instrument is not to be used for a long time, remove the battery to avoid liquid leaks that could damage the instrument’s internal circuits.

REPLACING THE BATTERIES AND THE INTERNAL FUSES

When the LCD display shows the symbol ”, it is necessary to replace the battery. “” Replacing the battery

1. Position the rotary switch to OFF and remove the cables from the input terminals.
2. Turn the fastening screw of the battery compartment cover from position “ ” to position “ ” and remove it.
3. Remove the battery and insert a new battery of the same type (see § 7.1.2), respecting the indicated polarity.
4. Restore the battery compartment cover into place and turn the fastening screw from position “ ” to position “ ”.
5.  Do not scatter old batteries into the environment. Use the relevant containers for disposal.

Replacement of fuses

1. Position the rotary switch to OFF and remove the cables from the input terminals.
2. Turn the fastening screw of the battery compartment cover from position “ ” to position “ ” and remove it.
3. Remove the damaged fuse and insert a new fuse of the same type (see § 7.1.2).
4. Restore the battery compartment cover into place and turn the fastening screw from position “ ” to position “ ”.

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT

Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the instrument. Never use wet cloths, solvents, water, etc.

 END OF LIFE

WARNING : the symbol on the instrument indicates that the appliance and its accessories must be collected separately and correctly disposed of.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Accuracy calculated as [%reading + (num. digits*resolution)] at 18°C  28°C <75%RH

DC Voltage

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy| Input impedance| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---|---
600.0mV| 0.1mV| ±(0.9%rdg + 5dgt)| >10MW| 1000VDC/ACrms
6.000V| 0.001V
60.00V| 0.01V
600.0V| 0.1V
1000V| 1V| ±(1.2%rdg + 5dgt)

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy

AC TRMS Voltage

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy ()| Protection against overcharge
---|---|---|---
(50Hz ¸1kHz)| (1kHz ¸5kHz)
600.0mV| 0.1mV| ±(1.0%rdg + 5dgt)| ±(3.0%rdg + 5dgt)| 1000VDC/ACrms
6.000V| 0.001V
60.00V| 0.01V
600.0V| 0.1V
1000V| 1V| Not specified

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy
(**) Accuracy specified from 5% to 100% of the measuring range and crest factor≤3, Input impedance: > 10M Accuracy PEAK function: (10%rdg + 30dgt), Response time PEAK function: 1ms Accuracy  function: (1.5%rdg + 5dgt) (f 60Hz), (3.0%rdg + 5dgt) (60Hz  f  1kHz), not specified (f: 1  5kHz) For not sinusoidal waveforms the accuracy is: (4.5%rdg + 10dgt) (50Hz÷1kHz), (10.0%rdg

• 10dgt) (1kHz÷5kHz)

AC+DC TRMS Voltage

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy (50Hz ¸1kHz)| Input impedance| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---|---
600.0mV| 0.1mV| ±(1.5%rdg + 10dgt)| >10MW| 1000VDC/ACrms
6.000V| 0.001V
60.00V| 0.01V
600.0V| 0.1V
1000V| 1V

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the digits of the accuracy

DC/AC TRMS Voltage with low impedance (LoZ)

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy ()| Input impedance| Protection against overcharge
---|---|---|---|---
6.000V| 0.001V| ±(3.0%rdg+40dgt)| approx 3kW| 600VDC/ACrms
60.00V| 0.01V
600.0V| 0.1V
600V| 1V

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy (**) Accuracy AC+DC: (3.5%rdg+40dgt)

Diode test

4-20mA% reading

(*)HIRES feature not active

DC Current

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---
600.0mA| 0.1mA| ±(1.5%rdg + 5dgt)| Quick fuse 800mA/1000V
6000mA| 1mA
60.00mA| 0.01mA
600.0mA| 0.1mA
10.00A| 0.01A| Quick fuse 10A/1000V

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy

AC TRMS Current

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy ()| Protection against over char
---|---|---|---
(50Hz ¸1kHz)| (1kHz ¸5kHz)
600.0mA| 0.1mA| ±(2.5%rdg + 5dgt)| ±(3.5%rdg+5dgt)| Quick fuse 800mA/1000V
6000mA| 1mA
60.00mA| 0.01mA
600.0mA| 0.1mA
10.00A| 0.01A| Quick fuse 10A/1000V

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the digits of the accuracy

(**) Accuracy specified from 5% to 100% of the measuring range, Accuracy PEAK function: ±(10%rdg + 30dgt)

For not sinusoidal waveforms the accuracy is: ±(4.5%rdg + 10dgt) (50Hz÷1kHz), ±(10.0%rdg + 10dgt) (1kHz÷5kHz) Accuracy AC+DC: ±(2.8%rdg+5dgt) (50Hz ÷ 1kHz)

DC Current with transducer clamp

*Range ()| Output ratio| Resolution| Accuracy ()| Protection against overcharge
---|---|---|---|---
1000mA| 1000mV/1000mA| 1mA| ±(1.5%rdg + 6dgt)| 1000VDC/ACrms
10A| 100mV/1A| 0.01A
30A
40A| 10mV/1A| 0.01A| ±(1.5%rdg + 26dgt)
100A| 0.1A| ±(1.5%rdg + 6dgt)
300A
400A| 1mV/1A| 1A| ±(1.5%rdg + 26dgt)
1000A| ±(1.5%rdg + 6dgt)
3000A

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy (**) Accuracy referred to only instrument without transducer clamp

AC TRMS Current with transducer clamp

Range (*)| Output ratio| Resolution| Accuracy (*,)**

(50Hz ¸1kHz)

| Protection against overcharge
---|---|---|---|---
1000mA| 1000mV/1000mA| 1mA| ±(2.5%rdg + 10dgt)| 1000VDC/ACrms
10A| 100mV/1A| 0.01A
30A
40A| 10mV/1A| 0.01A| ±(3.5%rdg + 30dgt)
100A| 0.1A| ±(2.5%rdg + 10dgt)
300A
400A| 1mV/1A| 1A| ±(3.5%rdg + 30dgt)
1000A| ±(2.5%rdg + 10dgt)
3000A

(*)HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the digits of the accuracy (**) Accuracy referred to only instrument without transducer clamp

(***) Accuracy specified from 5% to 100% of the measuring range; For pulse waveforms the accuracy is: ±(10.0%rdg + 10dgt) Accuracy PEAK function: ±(10%rdg + 30dgt), AC+DC TRMS current: accuracy (50Hz¸1kHz): ±(3.0%rdg + 10dgt)

For not sinusoidal waveforms the accuracy is: ±(4.5%rdg + 10dgt) (50Hz÷1kHz)

Resistance and Continuity test

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy| Buzzer| Protection against overcharge
---|---|---|---|---
600.0W| 0.1W| ±(2.0%rdg + 9digits)| <35W| 1000VDC/ACrms
6.000kW| 0.001kW| **

±(1.2%rdg + 5digits)

60.00kW| 0.01kW
600.0kW| 0.1kW
6.000MW| 0.001MW| ±(2.0%rdg + 10digits)
60.00MW| 0.01MW

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the digits of the accuracy

Frequency (electronic circuits)

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---
40.00Hz ¸ 10kHz| 0.01Hz| ±(0.5%reading)| 1000VDC/ACrms

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy

Frequency (electronic circuits)

*Range ()| Resolution| Accuracy| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---
60.00Hz| 0.01Hz| ±(1.0%rdg + 2digits)| 1000VDC/ACrms
600.0Hz| 0.1Hz
6.000kHz| 0.001kHz
60.00kHz| 0.01kHz
600.0kHz| 0.1kHz
6.000MHz| 0.001MHz
10.00MHz| 0.01MHz

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy

Sensitivity: >2.0Vrms (@ 20% ¸ 80% duty cycle) and f<100kHz; >5Vrms (@ 20% ¸ 80% duty cycle) and f>100kHz

Duty Cycle

(*) HIRES feature not active. With HIRES feature active, multiply x10 the dgts of the accuracy Pulse frequency range: 5Hz ¸ 10kHz, Pulse amplitude: ±5V (100ms ¸ 100ms)

Capacitance

Temperature with K-type probe

Range| Resolution| *Accuracy ()| Protection against overcharge**
---|---|---|---
-40.0°C ÷ 600.0°C| 0.1°C| ±(2.0%rdg + 3°C)|  

1000VDC/ACrms

600°C ÷ 760°C| 1°C
-58.0°F ÷ 600.0°F| 0.1°F| ±(2.0%rdg+ 5.5°F)
600°F ÷ 1400°F| 1°F

(*) Instrument accuracy with no probe

Reference standards

Safety / EMC: IEC/EN61010-1 / IEC/EN 61326-1

Insulation: double insulation

Pollution level: 2

Overvoltage category : CAT IV 600V, CAT III 1000V

General characteristics

Mechanical characteristics

• Size (L x W x H):175 x 85 x 55mm (7 x 3 x 2in)
• Weight (batteries included): 360g (13 ounces)
• Mechanical protection:IP40

Power supply

Battery type :4×1.5V batteries type AAA IEC LR03

Low battery indication: symbol “”” on the display

Battery life: ca.18h (backlight ON), ca 60h (backlight OFF)

Auto Power Off: after 15 minutes’ idling (can be disabled)

Fuses: F10A/1000V, 10 x 38mm (input 10A ) F800mA/1000V, 6 x 32mm (input mA mA )

Display

Conversion : TRMS

Characteristics : 3½ LCD, 6000 dots, decimal sign, point 4½ LCD, 60000 dots, decimal sign, point backlight and bargraph

Sampling frequency :3 times/s

ENVIRONMENT

Environmental conditions for use

Reference temperature: 18°C ¸ 28°C (64°F ¸ 82°F)

Operating temperature: 5°C ÷ 40°C (41°F ¸ 104°F)

Allowable relative humidity: <80%RH

Storage temperature: -20°C ÷ 60°C (-4°F ¸ 140°F)

Storage humidity: <80%RH

Max operating altitude: 2000m (6562ft)

This instrument satisfies the requirements of Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
(LVD) and of EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
This instrument satisfies the requirements of European Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS) and 2012/19/EU (WEEE)

ACCESSORIES

Accessories provided

• Pair of test leads with 2/4mm tips
• Adapter + K-type wire probe
•  Batteries
• Carrying bag
•  User manual

Optional accessories

• K-type probe for air and gas temperature Code TK107
• K-type probe for semisolid substance temperature Code TK107
•  K-type probe for liquid substance temperature Code TK109
• K-type probe for surface temperature Code TK110
• K-type probe for surface temperature with 90° tip Code TK111
• Flexible transducer clamp AC 30/300/3000A Cod. F3000U
•  Standard transducer clamp AC 1-100-1000A/1V Cod. HT96U
•  Standard transducer clamp AC 10-100-1000A/1V Cod. HT97U
• Standard transducer clamp DC 1000A/1V Cod. HT98U
•  Standard transducer clamp AC/DC 40/400 Cod. HT4006
• Adapter for connection of standard transducer clamp Cod. NOCANBA

ASSISTANCE

 WARRANTY CONDITIONS

This instrument is warranted against any material or manufacturing defect, in compliance with the general sales conditions. During the warranty period, defective parts may be replaced. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to repair or replace the product. Should the instrument be returned to the After-sales Service or to a Dealer, transport will be at the Customer’s charge. However, shipment will be agreed in advance. A report will always be enclosed to a shipment, stating the reasons for the product’s return. Only use original packaging for shipment. Any damage due to the use of non-original packaging material will be charged to the Customer. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for injury to people or damage to property.
The warranty shall not apply in the following cases:

• Repair and/or replacement of accessories and battery (not covered by warranty).
• Repairs that may become necessary as a consequence of an incorrect use of the instrument or due to its use together with non-compatible appliances.
• Repairs that may become necessary as a consequence of improper packaging.
•  Repairs which may become necessary as a consequence of interventions performed by unauthorized personnel.
• Modifications to the instrument performed without the manufacturer’s explicit authorization.
• Use not provided for in the instrument’s specifications or in the instruction manual.

The content of this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the manufacturer’s authorization.

Our products are patented and our trademarks are registered. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and prices if this is due to improvements in technology.

ASSISTANCE

If the instrument does not operate properly, before contacting the After-sales Service, please check the conditions of battery and cables and replace them, if necessary. Should the instrument still operate improperly, check that the product is operated according to the instructions given in this manual. Should the instrument be returned to the After-sales Service or to a Dealer, transport will be at the Customer’s charge. However, shipment will be agreed in advance. A report will always be enclosed to a shipment, stating the reasons for the product’s return. Only use original packaging for shipment; any damage due to the use of non-original packaging material will be charged to the Customer.

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